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DIVISION 15 – PLUMBING Basic Mechanical Materials & Methods SECTION 15050
PART 1 - GENERAL ............................................................................................................................... 1

1.1 WORK INCLUDED ......................................................................................................................... 1
1.2 RELATED WORK ........................................................................................................................... 1
1.3 IDENTIFICATION OF MECHANICAL SERVICES.................................................................................... 1
1.4 PIPE AND DUCTWORK IDENTIFICATION ........................................................................................... 2
1.5 VALVE TAGS ................................................................................................................................ 2
1.6 EQUIPMENT NAMEPLATES ............................................................................................................. 3
1.7 CONTROLS IDENTIFICATION .......................................................................................................... 3
1.8 FLOW DIAGRAMS ......................................................................................................................... 3
PART 2 - PRODUCTS ............................................................................................................................ 3

2.1 INSERTS...................................................................................................................................... 3
2.2 PIPE AND EQUIPMENT SUPPORTS AND RESTRAINTS ........................................................................ 3
2.3 EQUIPMENT RIGGING SUPPORTS ................................................................................................... 7
2.4 SLEEVES, WALL AND FLOOR PLATES .............................................................................................. 7
2.5 PROVISION FOR PIPE EXPANSION, CONTRACTION AND BUILDING SHRINKAGE ..................................... 8
2.6 DRAINS ....................................................................................................................................... 8
2.7 ACCESS DOORS AND PANELS ........................................................................................................ 8
2.8 FLASHING ................................................................................................................................... 9
2.9 CURBS ........................................................................................................................................ 9
2.10 CONCRETE .................................................................................................................................. 9
2.11 COVERS (BY OTHER DIVISIONS) ..................................................................................................... 9
2.12 STEEL ....................................................................................................................................... 10
2.13 BELT DRIVES ............................................................................................................................. 10
2.14 DRIVE GUARDS .......................................................................................................................... 11
2. 15 FIRESTOPPING....................................................................................................................... 11
2.16 TOOLS AND LUBRICANTS ........................................................................................................... 11
PART 3 - EXECUTION ......................................................................................................................... 12
3.1 EXCAVATION AND BACKFILL ........................................................................................................ 12
3.2 PIPE, DUCT AND EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION .................................................................................. 13
3.3 CONNECTIONS TO EQUIPMENT .................................................................................................... 14
3.4 INSERTS.................................................................................................................................... 14
3.5 HANGERS .................................................................................................................................. 14
3.6 SLEEVES, WALL PLATES, FLOOR PLATES ...................................................................................... 16
3.7 PROVISION FOR PIPE EXPANSION, CONTRACTION AND BUILDNG SHRINKAGE ................................... 17
3.8 PIPE GUIDES AND ANCHORS ....................................................................................................... 17
3.9 PAINTING .................................................................................................................................. 18
3.10 MOTOR AND DRIVE ALIGNMENT ................................................................................................... 18
3.11 LUBRICATION ............................................................................................................................. 18
3.13 OPERATING AND PERFORMANCE TESTS ....................................................................................... 18
MEINHARDT PHILIPPINES INC.

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SECTION 15050
BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 WORK INCLUDED
A. Comply with Division 1, General Requirements and all documents referred to therein.
B. Provide all labour, materials, products, equipment and services to supply and install
the basic mechanical materials indicated on the Drawings and specified in Division 15
of these Specifications.
1.2 RELATED WORK
A. Section 01010 - General Requirements
B. Section 15200 - Noise and Vibration Control
C. Section 15250 - Insulation
D. Section 15370 - Firestopping
E. Section 19 Part 2 - Metal Deck Claddding
F. Section 19 Part 3 - Composite metal Claddding
G. Section 19 Part 4 - Metal Fixtures
H. Section 37 Part 1 - Painting
I. Section 16965 - Building Management System (BMS)
1.3 IDENTIFICATION OF MECHANICAL SERVICES
A. Identify all mechanical services after finish painting is complete.
B. Use terminology consistent - with the Drawings and Specifications
C. Identify lay-in type acoustic ceilings used for access to equipment and components by
a method acceptable to Consultant.
D. Mark valve and equipment identification on Record Drawings.
E. Provide typewritten master lists for each Equipment Room. Frame under glass.
Insert copies in Operating and Maintenance Instruction Manuals.
MEINHARDT PHILIPPINES INC. Page 1 of 18

1.4 PIPE AND DUCTWORK IDENTIFICATION
A. Provide SMS Wrap-Mark on all pipe coverings, using Wrap-Mark pipe markers with
flow arrow and alternating wording. For outside diameters up to 150 mm, allow
marker to completely wrap pipe. For larger outside diameters, secure markers with
stainless steel springs. Secure markers on vertical piping and elsewhere where
markers could be inadvertently moved.
B. Use stencils and stencil paint on ductwork or ductwork insulation. Apply solid black
capitalized lettering 50 mm high and solid black flow arrows 150 mm long x 50 mm
wide.
C. Locate identification and flow arrows so they can be seen clearly from floor and
service platforms:
1. at least once in each room
2. at each piece of equipment
3. at each branch close to connection point to main piping and ductwork
4. at not greater than intervals of 15 metres on straight runs of exposed piping

and ductwork
5. at entry and leaving point to pipe and duct chases, or other concealed spaces
6. both sides where piping and ductwork passes through walls, partitions and
floors
7. on vertical pipes and ducts approximately 1800 mm above floor
8. behind each access door and panel
9. at valves, identify piping upstream of valves and identify branch, equipment,

building part or building serviced downstream of valve
D. Colour code pipes meeting code International Standards and Owner’s requirements.
At minimum, colour code pipes with 50 mm wide bands in accordance with the detail
shown on the drawings. The Contractor is to submit the proposed colour coding of
pipes for approval.
1.5 VALVE TAGS
A. Provide 40 mm dia., 1 mm thick brass tags with 10mm high die-stamped black letters.
B. Attach to valves with 100 mm long brass chains.
C. Tag all valves except for small valves isolating a single piece of equipment such as a
unit heater, fan coil unit, terminal reheat coil and radiation section.

1.6 EQUIPMENT NAMEPLATES
A. Identify equipment, starters, and, remote control devices in a manner consistent with
the Drawings.
B. Use solid black capitalized lettering 100 mm high.
C. Where equipment size does not permit stencil identification, use lamacoid labels,
engraved white on black, mechanically fastened to the equipment. Minimum lettering
size 10 mm.
1.7 CONTROLS IDENTIFICATION
A. Meet Section 16965 requirements.
1.8 FLOW DIAGRAMS
A. Prepare neat diagrams 1200 mm x 900 mm of piping systems to identify equipment

and valves.
B. Insert legible page size copies into each Operating and Maintenance Manual.
C. Install diagrams, framed under glass, on Equipment Room walls where directed by
Owner.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 INSERTS
A. Submit proposed materials and methods for cast-in-place inserts.
B. Where inserts must be placed after concrete is poured, use HILTI System or
equivalent.
2.2 PIPE AND EQUIPMENT SUPPORTS AND RESTRAINTS
A. Vibration Isolators: Refer to Section 15200.
B. In lieu of the paragraph which follow, suspended equipment support and restraints
may be designed and installed in accordance with the National Uniform Seismic
Installation Guidelines (NUSIG), most current edition. Submittals based on either the
NUSIG guidelines or the following paragraphs of this Section shall be stamped and
signed by a professional. Support of suspended equipment over 227kg (500 pounds)
shall be submitted for approval of the Resident Engineer in all cases. See paragraph
2.8.L for lateral force design requirements.

C. Supports For Roof Mounted Items:

1. Equipment: Equipment rails shall be hot dipped galvanized steel, minimum
1.3 mm (18 gauge), with integral baseplate, continuous welded corner seams,
factory installed 50 mm by 100 mm (2 by 4) treated wood nailer, 1.3 mm (18
gauge) galvanized steel counter flashing cap with screws, built-in cant strip,
(except for gypsum or tectum deck), minimum height 280 mm (11 inches).
For surface insulated roof deck, provide raised cant strip to start at the upper
surface of the insulation.
2. Pipe/duct pedestals: Provide a hot dipped galvanized unistrut channel welded

to U-shaped mounting brackets which are secured to side of rail with
galvanized lag bolts.
D. Type Numbers Specified: MSS SP-58. For selection and application refer to MSS
SP-69. Refer to Section 19 Part 4, for miscellaneous metal support materials and
prime coat painting.
E. For Attachment to Concrete Construction:
1. Concrete insert: Type 18, MSS SP-58.
2. Self-drilling expansion shields and machine bolt expansion anchors: Fed.

Spec. FF-S-325, permitted in concrete not less than 102 mm (four inches)
thick. Applied load shall not exceed one-fourth the proof test load listed in
Fed. Spec. FF-S-325.
3. Power-driven fasteners: Permitted in existing concrete or masonry not less

than 102 mm (four inches) thick when approved by the Resident Engineer for
each job condition. Applied load shall not exceed one-fourth the proof test
load listed in Fed. Spec. FF-S-325.
F. For Attachment to Steel Construction: MSS SP-58.
1. Welded attachment: Type 22.
2. Beam clamps: Types 20, 21, 28 or 29. Type 23 C-clamp may be used for
individual copper tubing up to 23mm (7/8-inch) outside diameter.
G. Attachment to Metal Pan or Deck: As required for materials specified in Section19

Part 2, Metal Deck Claddding, and Section 19 Part 3, Composite Metal Cladding.
H. For Attachment to Wood Construction: Wood screws or lag bolts.
I. Hanger Rods: Hot-rolled steel, ASTM A36 or A575 for allowable load listed in MSS
SP-58. For piping, provide adjustment means for controlling level or slope. Types 13
or 15 turn-buckles shall provide 38 mm (1-1/2 inches) minimum of adjustment and
incorporate locknuts. All-thread rods are acceptable.
J. Multiple (Trapeze) Hangers: Galvanized, cold formed, lipped steel channel horizontal
member, not less than 41mm by 41mm (1-5/8 inches by 1-5/8 inches), 2.7 mm (No.
12 gage), designed to accept special spring held, hardened steel nuts. Not permitted
for steam supply and condensate piping.
1. Allowable hanger load: Manufacturers rating less 91kg ( 200 pounds).
2. Guide individual pipes on the horizontal member of every other trapeze

hanger with 6 mm (1/4-inch) U-bolt fabricated from steel rod. Provide Type 40
insulation shield, secured by two 13mm (1/2-inch) galvanized steel bands, or
preinsulated calcium silicate shield for insulated piping at each hanger.

K. Pipe Hangers and Supports: (MSS SP-58) use hangers sized to encircle insulation on
insulated piping. Refer to Section 15250, for insulation thickness. To protect
insulation, provide Type 39 saddles for roller type supports or preinsulated calcium
silicate shields. Provide Type 40 insulation shield or preinsulated calcium silicate
shield at all other types of supports and hangers including those for preinsulated
piping.
1. General Types (MSS SP-58):
a. Standard clevis hanger: Type 1; provide locknut.
b. Riser clamps: Type 8.
c. Wall brackets: Types 31, 32 or 33.
d. Roller supports: Type 41, 43, 44 and 46.
e. Saddle support: Type 36, 37 or 38.
f. Turnbuckle: Types 13 or 15. preinsulate
g. U-bolt clamp: Type 24.
h. Copper Tube:
1) Hangers, clamps and other support material in contact with

tubing shall be painted with copper colored epoxy paint,
plastic coated or taped with non adhesive isolation tape to
prevent electrolysis.
2) For vertical runs use epoxy painted or plastic coated riser

clamps.
3) For supporting tube to strut: Provide epoxy painted pipe

straps for copper tube or plastic inserted vibration isolation
clamps.
4) Insulated Lines: Provide pre-insulated calcium silicate shields

sized for copper tube.
i. Supports for plastic or glass piping: As recommended by the pipe

manufacturer with black rubber tape extending one inch beyond steel
support or clamp.
2. HVAC Piping (Other Than General Types):
a. Medium and high pressure steam:
Spring Supports (Expansion and contraction of vertical piping):
1) Movement up to 20 mm (3/4-inch): Type 51 or 52 variable

spring unit with integral turn buckle and load indicator.
2) Movement more than 20 mm (3/4-inch): Type 54 or 55

constant support unit with integral adjusting nut, turn buckle
and travel position indicator.
3. Convertor and Expansion Tank Hangers: May be Type 1 sized for the shell
diameter. Insulation where required will cover the hangers.

4. Plumbing Piping (Other Than General Types):
a. Horizontal piping: Type 1, 5, 7, 9, and 10.
b. Chrome plated piping: Chrome plated supports.
c. Hangers and supports in pipe chase: Prefabricated system ABS

self-extinguishing material, not subject to electrolytic action, to hold
piping, prevent vibration and compensate for all static and operational
conditions.
d. Blocking, stays and bracing: Angle iron or preformed metal channel

shapes, 1.3 mm (18 gage) minimum.
L. Pre-insulated Calcium Silicate Shields:
1. Provide 360 degree water resistant high density 965 kPa (140 psi)
compressive strength calcium silicate shields encased in galvanized metal.
2. Pre-insulated calcium silicate shields to be installed at the point of support

during erection.
3. Shield thickness shall match the pipe insulation.
4. The type of shield is selected by the temperature of the pipe, the load it must
carry, and the type of support it will be used with.
a. Shields for supporting chilled or cold water shall have insulation that
extends a minimum of 1 inch past the sheet metal. Provide for an
adequate vapor barrier in chilled lines.
b. The pre-insulated calcium silicate shield shall support the maximum

allowable water filled span as indicated in MSS-SP 69. To support the
load, the shields may have one or more of the following features:
structural inserts 4138 kPa (600 psi) compressive strength, an extra
bottom metal shield, or formed structural steel (ASTM A36) wear
plates welded to the bottom sheet metal jacket.
5. Shields may be used on steel clevis hanger type supports, roller supports or
flat surfaces.
M. Seismic Restraint of Piping:
1. Design criteria is as follows:
a. Piping resiliently supported: 120 percent of the weight of the systems

and components and contents.
b. Piping not resiliently supported: 60 percent of the weight of the

system components and contents.
c. Except as noted above, meet the more severe requirements of the

Local Code and the latest Uniform Building Code for determining
seismic force Fp.
2. Provide one of the following options:
a. Design and installation to meet the criteria listed above, and meet
requirements of the latest Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning
Contractors National Association (SMACNA), Seismic Restraint
Manual Guidelines for Mechanical Systems for the prescribed
Seismic Hazard Level (SHL).

b. Design and installation to meet the criteria listed above, and meet the
most current requirements of the National Uniform Seismic
Installation Guidelines (NUSIG). Contractor shall submit all design
tables and information for the design force levels, stamped and
signed by a professional engineer registered in the State where
project is located.
c. Where SMACNA or NUSIG requirements are not met completely,

submit proposed alternate details and calculations to completely
address seismic bracing requirements. Such designs shall use more
severe of the Local Code and the Uniform Building Code
requirements for determining seismic forces, and be performed,
stamped and signed by a professional engineer. Revise if necessary
any details shown on the contract drawings for vertical support and
lateral bracing, and submit for the approval of the Resident Engineer
to meet the design criteria listed above.
2.3 EQUIPMENT RIGGING SUPPORTS
A. Provide eyebolts suitable for block and tackle connection, adequately supported by
the structure above for:
1. Pumps
2. Motors
3. Other equipment which will require block and tackle handling
2.4 SLEEVES, WALL AND FLOOR PLATES
A. Use machine cut and reamed standard weight steel piping. Pipe sleeves 200 mm and
larger shall have minimum 6 mm wall thickness.
B. Concealed perimeter risers and runouts may have sleeves of 1.31 mm galvanized
steel set around section of insulation to provide freedom of movement of piping.
Extend 50 mm above finished floor level.
C. For piping through exterior walls, cooperate with the waterproofing trade at all times,
and do not break any waterproofing seal without consent of the waterproofing trade.
Provide waterproof link seals as detailed on Drawings.
D. Provide leak plates where pipe sleeves pass through exterior building walls. Each
leak plate shall be a 3.42 mm steel plate, welded to the sleeve, 100 mm diameter
greater than sleeve outside diameter.
E. Provide 1.31 mm galvanized steel duct sleeves. Provide adequate bracing for support
of sleeves during concrete and masonry work. For fire rated floors and walls, build
fire damper assemblies into structure to attain fire rated construction, in a manner
acceptable to the governing authorities.
F. Cover pipe sleeves in walls and ceilings of finished areas, other than Equipment
Rooms, with satin finish stainless steel, or satin finish chrome or nickel plated brass
escutcheons, with non-ferrous set screws. Do not use stamped steel split plates.
Split cast plates with screw locks, however, may be used.
G. Cover exposed duct sleeves in finished areas with 1.31 mm galvanized steel plates in
the form of duct collars. Fix in position with non-ferrous metal screws.

2.5 PROVISION FOR PIPE EXPANSION, CONTRACTION AND BUILDING SHRINKAGE
A. Where space limitations do not permit the use of expansion loops or offsets, provide
expansion joint equal Flexonics, Mason or Tozen Expansion Joints properly selected
for system operating pressures according to the following:
1. For piping up to and including 65 mm, select ends to suit specified pipe
fittings. Pressure shall be external to the bellows. Pressure ratings for Model
H and HB expansion compensated as 1400 kPa and 1050 kPa.
2. Steel Piping - Flexonics Model H expansion compensator with two ply

stainless steel bellows.
3. Copper Piping - Flexonics Model HB expansion compensator with two ply

below, all bronze construction.
4. For piping 75 mm and above, use flanged ends.
5. Steel Piping - Flexonics controlled, flexing expansion joint with stainless steel
pressure carrier, flanged ends.
6. Copper Piping - Flexonics controlled, flexing expansion joint with monel

pressure carrier, and brass flanged ends.
B. Submit for Consultant review prior to installation, drawings showing the location of
expansion joints, anchors and guides. Show details of proposed connection to
structure and loads to be imposed.
C. Recognize that the concrete structure will shrink. Design risers with sufficient
flexibility. Consult with structural engineer to determine the degree of flexibility.
2.6 DRAINS
A. Provide minimum 20 mm ball valve with hose end adapter, metal cap and chain at all
low points of all systems. Locate to allow easy connection of hose.
B. Provide 40 mm minimum size drains from ductwork connected to intake hoods and
wall louvres. Equip drains with deep seal traps. Locate traps in heated areas.
C. Provide 20 mm valves with metal caps and chains at the base of all pipe risers. Install
hose end ball valve in conjunction with 450 mm minimum length full line size dirt leg.
2.7 ACCESS DOORS AND PANELS
A. Provide access to concealed mechanical equipment and components which require

inspection, adjustment, repair and preventive maintenance. Install systems and
components to result in a minimum number of access doors and panels. Install
equipment and components in locations readily accessible through doors and panels.
B. Supply for installation by Other Contractors, doors, panels and frames. Ensure that
access doors and panels are properly located.
C. Coordinate requirements for all access doors and panels to suit Architectural finishes
and large enough to provide adequate access to equipment and components.
D. Check and coordinate Architect’s provision of access doors and panels with a fire
rating required by the code governing the fire rating of the structure.
E. In tile walls, and washroom walls, supply minimum 2.78 mm Type 304 stainless steel
with #4 finish, with recessed frame secured with stainless steel countersunk flush

head screws.
F. For all other surfaces, supply minimum 2.66 mm welded steel, flush type with
concealed hinges, lock and anchor strap, and factory prime coat finish.
2.8 FLASHING
A. Flashing will be carried out under each trade for roof curbs shown on their drawings.
B. Provide flashing for pipe openings or pre-manufactured roof curbs.
C. Carry out all counterflashing for roof mounted mechanical equipment and for pipes
and ducts passing through roof. Fit counterflashing over flashing or curb. Pitch
pockets are not acceptable.
2.9 CURBS
A. Curbs required for Division 15 work will be carried out under each trade.
B. Arrange and pay for Division 3 or Division 5 to provide other curbs and reinforcing
steel required for Division 15.
C. Pre-manufactured curbs for mechanical equipment mounted on roof will be supplied

by equipment manufacturer and they are specified under other Sections of this
Division.
D. Curbs are required for roof mounted equipment, around ducts passing through roof
and surrounding holes where groups of pipes and/or ducts pass through Equipment
Room floors, Kitchens and similar areas where water dams are required.
E. Provide roof curbs at least 300 mm above finished roof, unless exceeded by
Architectural considerations.
F. Provide concrete curbs around holes in Equipment Room floors, extending at least
150 mm above finished floor. Make watertight connection between curb and floor.
G. Fill spaces between curbs and pipes and ducts with firestopping material similar to
“Rectorseal” or equal. Caulk watertight with manufacturer’s recommended fire
resistant waterproof compound.
2.10 CONCRETE
A. Coordinate with Division 3 provision of 100 mm concrete housekeeping pads under all
floor mounted mechanical equipment and supports. Extend pads over the full
equipment base and isolator area.
B. Concrete work, including housekeeping pads, required for Division 15 work and
shown on the Structural or Architectural Drawings will be provided by Division 3.
2.11 COVERS (BY OTHER DIVISIONS)
A. Supply frames for installation by Division 3.
B. Provide covers for pits and sumps.
C. Provide gas tight gaskets for sewage pits.
D. Trench gratings will be provided by Division 5 - Metals.

2.12 STEEL
A. Provide steel required for Division 15 work including supports, framing of openings
and lintels over openings that is not shown on Structural or Architectural Drawings.
B. Provide steel of adequate strength to support equipment and materials during all
operating and test conditions.
C. Support suspended equipment from the bottom or from manufacturer's designated
suspension points. Support tanks and similar equipment with adequate beam
strength by saddles with curvature to match the equipment. Continuously support
other equipment.
D. Provide base supports for all pipe risers. Design to distribute operating and static
loads to meet Consultant requirements.
E. Fabricate steel supports in contact with water or humidity conditions from materials
having approved corrosion resistance or galvanize after fabrication or brush welds
clean and apply a prime coat of rust inhibiting paint.
2.13 BELT DRIVES
A. Type: ANSI/RMA standard V-belts with proper motor pulley and driven sheave. Belts
shall be constructed of reinforced cord and rubber.
B. Dimensions, rating and selection standards: ANSI/RMA IP-20 and IP-21.
C. Minimum Horsepower Rating: Motor horsepower plus recommended ANSI/RMA

service factor (not less than 20 percent) in addition to the ANSI/RMA allowances for
pitch diameter, center distance, and arc of contact.
D. Maximum Speed: 25 m/s (5000 feet per minute).
E. Adjustment Provisions: For alignment and ANSI/RMA standard allowances for

installation and take-up.
F. Drives may utilize a single V-Belt (any cross section) when it is the manufacturer's
standard.
G. Multiple Belts: Matched to ANSI/RMA specified limits by measurement on a belt

measuring fixture. Seal matched sets together to prevent mixing or partial loss of sets.
Replacement, when necessary, shall be an entire set of new matched belts.
H. Sheaves and Pulleys:
1. Material: Pressed steel, or close grained cast iron.
2. Bore: Fixed or bushing type for securing to shaft with keys.
3. Balanced: Statically and dynamically.
4. Groove spacing for driving and driven pulleys shall be the same.
5. Minimum Diameter of V-Belt Sheaves (ANSI/RMA recommendations)in

millimeters and inches:

Fractional Horsepower Standard High Capacity
Cross Min. od Cross Min. od Cross Min. od

Section mm (in) Section mm (in) Section mm (in)
2L 20 (0.8) A 83 (3.25) 3V 67 (2.65)
3L 38 (1.5) B 146 (5.75) 4V 180 (7.10)
4L 64 (2.5) C 239 (9.40) 5V 318 (12.50)
5L 89 (3.5) D 345 (13.60)
E 554 (21.80)
I. Drive Types, Based on ARI 435:
1. Provide adjustable-pitch or fixed-pitch drive as follows:
a. Fan speeds up to 1800 RPM: 7.5 kW (10 horsepower) and smaller.
b. Fan speeds over 1800 RPM: 2.2 kW (3 horsepower) and smaller.
2. Provide fixed-pitch drives for drives larger than those listed above.
3. The final fan speeds required to just meet the system CFM and pressure
requirements, without throttling, shall be determined by adjustment of a
temporary adjustable-pitch motor sheave or by fan law calculation if a
fixed-pitch drive is used initially.
2.14 DRIVE GUARDS
A. For machinery and equipment, provide guards as shown in AMCA 410 for belts,
chains, couplings, pulleys, sheaves, shafts, gears and other moving parts regardless
of height above the floor. Drive guards may be excluded where motors and drives are
inside factory fabricated air handling unit casings.
B. Materials: Sheet steel, cast iron, expanded metal or wire mesh rigidly secured so as to
be removable without disassembling pipe, duct, or electrical connections to
equipment.
C. Access for Speed Measurement: 25 mm (One inch) diameter hole at each shaft
center.
2. 15 FIRESTOPPING
Section 15370, specifies an effective barrier against the spread of fire, smoke and gases
where penetrations occur for piping and ductwork. Refer to Section 15250, for firestop pipe
and duct insulation.
2.16 TOOLS AND LUBRICANTS
A. Furnish, and turn over to the Resident Engineer, special tools not readily available
commercially, that are required for disassembly or adjustment of equipment and
machinery furnished.

B. Grease Guns with Attachments for Applicable Fittings: One for each type of grease
required for each motor or other equipment.
C. Tool Containers: Hardwood or metal, permanently identified for in tended service and
mounted, or located, where directed by the Resident Engineer.
D. Lubricants: A minimum of 0.95 L (one quart) of oil, and 0.45 kg (one pound) of
grease, of equipment manufacturer's recommended grade and type, in unopened
containers and properly identified as to use for each different application.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXCAVATION AND BACKFILL
A. Conform to the requirements of Division 2.
B. Read subsurface information data.
C. Excavation and backfill required for Division 15 work inside the building and to a point
1.5 m outside building shall be carried out by the Division listed in the following
schedule:
1. Excavation:
Initial excavation to 150 mm above pipe inverts Division 2
2. Final excavation to pipe inverts Division 15
3. Backfill
Initial backfill with sand to 300 mm above top of pipes Division 15
4. Final backfill Division 2
D. Ensure that excavation work is executed to attain required inverts and grades.
E. Remove material excavated by Division 15 and not to be reused, from the site.
F. Carefully prepare the bottom of pipe trench. Use one of the following bedding
methods:
1. In firm undisturbed soil, lay pipe directly on the soil and shape soil to fit the
lower 1/3 segment of pipe and fittings.
2. In rock, shale and where noted, excavate to 150 mm below and minimum 200
mm on each side of pipe. Form a 150 mm thick bedding using 10 mm
crushed stone. Provide continuous support over at least the lower 1/3
segment of pipe.
3. In unstable soil, in fill and where soil has been disturbed during previous
excavation work, excavate to at least 150 mm below bottom of pipe and form
a reinforced concrete cradle supporting full length between firm support, or
install piers down to undisturbed solid soil. Piers shall be at a maximum
spacing of 2400 mm. Provide at least one pier for each pipe length. Support
over at least the lower 1/3 segment of pipe.
G. Where excavation is necessary close to and below the level of any footing, backfill
with 14,000 kPa concrete to the level of the highest adjacent footing. Do not proceed
with the work prior to receiving written approval from Consultant.
H. Obtain approval from governing authorities and Consultant before backfilling.

I. Provide backfilling materials as specified in Division 2. Lay and compact as specified

in Division 2.
3.2 PIPE, DUCT AND EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION
A. Locate distribution systems, equipment and materials for maximum usable space,
optimum service clearances and to accommodate current requirements and identified
future expansion.
B. Coordinate Division 15 services installation above typical floor modular ceilings to

allow installation and future relocation of lights and air troffers without interfering with
or requiring relocation of mechanical, electrical or other services, or removal of ceiling
grid.
C. Include all pipe and duct offsets required to eliminate interference with the work of
other Divisions.
D. Install equipment and materials to present a neat appearance. Run piping, ducts and
conduit parallel to or perpendicular to building planes. Conceal piping, ducts and
conduit in finished areas. Install so as to require a minimum amount of furring.
E. Install pipe, straight, parallel and close to walls and slab or deck underside, with
specified pitch.
F. Use standard fittings for all direction changes. Do not use drilled tees and other field
fabricated fittings.
G. Install eccentric reducers in horizontal piping to permit drainage and eliminate air
pockets.
H. Where pipe sizes differ from connection sizes of equipment, provide reducing fittings
between inline components such as valves, strainers and fittings, and equipment.
Reducing bushings are not permitted.
I. Cap open ends of piping during installation.
J. Lay copper tubing so that it is not in contact with dissimilar metal and will not kink or
collapse.
K. Use non-corrosive lubricant or teflon tape equal to Dow Corning and apply on male
thread.
L. Provide brass adaptors or dielectric couplings wherever dissimilar metals are joined.
M. No pipe to be laid in water or when, in opinion of Consultant conditions are unsuitable.
N. Ensure that pipe installation does not transmit vibration to the walls and floors through
which they pass.
O. Make provisions for neat insulation finish around equipment and materials. Do not
mount equipment within insulation depth.
P. Provide, in electrical rooms and elevator machine rooms, drip trays under the entire
length of pipe within the confines of the room. Pipe drip tray to nearest floor drain.
Q. Perform welding to meet ANSI B31.9.

3.3 CONNECTIONS TO EQUIPMENT
A. Provide unions or flanges at all connections to equipment. Ensure that piping

adjacent to equipment is readily removable for servicing and/or removal of equipment
without shutting down entire system.
B. Install unions in piping up to and including 50 mm pipe size. Install flanges in piping
65 mm pipe size and larger.
C. Prevent galvanic corrosion by isolating copper and steel. Use red brass adapters, or
completely isolate flanges using full face gaskets with bolts installed through phenolic
sleeves with insulating fibre washers. Where the Plumbing Code prohibits the use of
red brass adapters, use insulating couplings. Where system valves are required,
solid brass isolating valves may be used in lieu of adapters or couplings.
D. Provide metallic code rated continuity link between flanges or unions, where pipe
mains carry flammable fluids or gases.
E. Make all plumbing and sheet metal connections to equipment provided by the Owner.
3.4 INSERTS
A. Size and space for the loads to be supported.
B. Properly locate and firmly secure inserts to forms before concrete is poured.
C. Place inserts only within main structure and not in any finishing materials.
D. When inserts are required in precast concrete, supply inserts and location drawings to
the precast concrete supplier for casting into material. Otherwise, include the cost of
having the precast concrete supplier install inserts at the site.
E. Do not use powder actuated tools.
3.5 HANGERS
A. Suspend piping and equipment with all necessary hangers and supports required for a
safe and neat installation. Ensure that pipes are free to expand and contract and are
graded properly. Adjust each hanger to take its full share of the weight.
B. Suspend hanger rods directly from the structure. Do not suspend pipes, ducts or
equipment from other pipes, ducts, equipment, metal work or ceilings.
C. Provide auxiliary structural steel angles, channels and beams where ductwork, piping
and equipment must be suspended between joists or beams.
D. Use galvanized rods, steel support angles, channels and beams where exposed to
direct contact with water or to possible high humidity conditions where condensation
can occur.
E. Space hangers to ensure that structural steel members are not over stressed. In no
case shall pipe hangers be further apart than indicated in the tables. When
requested, submit detailed drawings showing locations and magnitude of ductwork,
piping and equipment loads on the structure. Provide calculations when requested by
Consultant.
F. Do not use trapeze type hangers for support of piping, without prior review by
Consultant. Where permitted, fabricate from angle or channel frames, and space
hangers to suit the smallest pipe size.

G. Do not use hooks, chains or straps to support equipment and materials.
H. For precast concrete work, if inserts cannot be cast into members, pass hanger rods
between the members and weld to steel plates resting on the upper surface of the
precast material. To prevent raising of the hanger rod, apply a lock nut and 50 mm
minimum dia. flat washer tight against the under surface of the precast material.
I. Ensure that copper materials are completely isolated from ferrous materials. Use
plastic or epoxy coated hangers and clamps, or use lead inserts between copper
piping and ferrous materials, and between copper piping and copper coated ferrous
materials.
J. Provide round steel threaded rods meeting ASTM A36.
K. The following table establishes minimum standards of rod sizes and hanger spacing
for steel and copper piping.
Maximum Horizontal
Spacing of Supports
Pipe Size Rod Size Steel Copper

mm mm m m
12 10 1.5 1.5
20 10 1.8 1.8
25 10 1.8 1.8
32 10 2.4 2.1
40 10 2.7 2.4
50 10 2.7 2.7
65 12 3.0 3.0
75 12 3.0 3.0
90 12 3.0 3.3
100 16 3.0 3.7
125 16 3.7 3.7
150 20 3.7 3.7
200 22 3.7
250 22 3.7
300 22 3.7
350 25 3.7
400 25 3.7
450 29 3.7
500 32 3.7
600 32 3.7
L. In addition to these basic requirements, provide hangers in the following location:
1. to eliminate vibration
2. at points of vertical and horizontal change of direction of pipe
3. at inline centrifugal pumps
4. at valves and strainers
5. on mains at branch takeoffs
6. to avoid stress on equipment connections

7. as required for seismic restraint
M. Install spring hangers or other special supports specified in Section 15240.
N. Support horizontal cast iron soil pipe at each hub. Where groups of fittings occur, not
more than three joints shall be between hangers.
O. Refer to applicable articles of the Specification regarding thermal insulation

requirements. Unless shown specifically on Drawings, provide the following support
methods.
1. For insulated condensate piping up to 65 mm diameter, support with hangers
directly on piping.
P. Generally, support ducts with 2.7 mm by 25 mm wide galvanized hangers or with 12

mm dia. rods and 40 mm rolled angle saddles to meet SMACNA or ASHRAE
Standards.
Q. Support vertical duct risers at each floor with rolled angle collars bearing on building
structure.
3.6 SLEEVES, WALL PLATES, FLOOR PLATES
A. Set sleeves for piping in conjunction with erection of floors and walls. Locate sleeves
accurately in accordance with submittal drawings, and as follows:
1. Through interior walls, set sleeves flush with finished surfaces on both sides.
2. Through exterior walls above grade, set sleeves flush with finished surfaces
on inside and to suit flashing on outside.
3. For floors in Mechanical Equipment Rooms, Janitors Closets, Kitchens and

similar areas where a water dam is required, set sleeves flush to underside of
structure and extending 50 mm above finished floor.
4. For other floors, set sleeves flush to both finished surfaces. Refer to Room
Finish Schedule.
B. Size sleeves to provide 25 mm clearance around insulated piping and ductwork.
C. Ensure that fire ratings of floors and walls are maintained.
D. Provide continuous insulation runs through fire separations. Ensure that piping and
ductwork do not touch sleeves.
E. Pack clearance spaces with Rectorseal Metacaulk Firestopping materials strictly as

recommended by the manufacturer.
F. Install leak tight seals to meet the manufacturer's requirements. Select the inside
diameter of each wall sleeve opening to fit the pipe and leak tight seal, all to ensure
watertight joint.
G. Additional sleeving requirements:
1. Provide sleeves for systems not part of Contract, but identified to be required
on Drawings.
2. Provide sleeves to accommodate compressed air piping and wiring conduits

required for Division 15 work.

3. Utilize, insofar as possible, sleeves provided in other Contracts.
4. Provide additional sleeves as required by Drawings to accommodate service

requirements. Include for the cost of drilling and setting sleeves.
5. Fill unused sleeves with lime plaster.
3.7 PROVISION FOR PIPE EXPANSION, CONTRACTION AND BUILDNG SHRINKAGE
A. Make provision for pipe expansion, contraction and building shrinkage with suitable
anchors and offsets or expansion loops.
B. Install piping to allow freedom of movement in all planes without imposing undue
stress on any section of main piping, branch piping, equipment and structure.
C. Use offsets at takeoffs to fans, fan coil units, pipe risers and other branch lines.
D. Select expansion joints for the calculated movement according to the following
temperature ranges.
1. For cold pipes, from minimum operating temperature to 38 deg C, plus 25%
safety factor.
2. For warm and hot pipes, from minimum ambient, but not lower than -5 deg C,
to maximum operating temperature plus 25% safety factor.
E. When ambient temperature during installation is higher than operating temperature,

use precompressed expansion joints.
F. Select expansion joints to withstand system test pressure, as well as operating

pressures and temperatures.
G. Install expansion joints in accordance with manufacturer's published installation

instructions.
H. During the construction and warranty periods, regularly review provisions for building
shrinkage and make necessary adjustments to piping to ensure freedom from binding
and stress.
3.8 PIPE GUIDES AND ANCHORS
A. Install pipe guides for expansion joints according to expansion joint manufacturer's
published recommendations. Use at least two guides on each side of expansion joint.
B. Install manufactured or field fabricated alignment guides to allow movement in axial

direction only.
C. Install vertical risers properly anchored and guided to maintain accurate vertical
position of piping. At time of startup, clean and lubricate guides, and adjust to allow
free sliding at operating conditions.
D. For piping up to and including 75 mm, guide pipes at every floor or every 3900 mm.
Guide larger pipes at every second floor or every 7500 mm.
E. Fabricate anchors from structural steel channels, plates or angles.
F. Secure anchors to the structure. Avoid introduction of excessive reactive forces and
operating weights into the structure and onto equipment and piping.

G. Where guides are provided on cold piping, provide thermal break to prevent sweating.
3.9 PAINTING
A. Supply ferrous metal work except piping and galvanized and stainless steel ductwork,
with at least one factory prime coat, or paint one prime coat on job.
B. Clean and steel brush surfaces with welds. Then prime coat all steel supports and
brackets.
C. On uninsulated piping, steel brush and prime coat welds.
D. Touchup or repaint all surfaces damaged during shipment or installation and leave
ready for finish painting.
E. Prime coat material shall conform to, Approved Standards.
F. Finish painting will be provided by Section 37 Part 1.
3.10 MOTOR AND DRIVE ALIGNMENT
A. Belt Drive: Set driving and driven shafts parallel and align so that the corresponding
grooves are in the same plane.
B. Direct-connect Drive: Securely mount motor in accurate alignment so that shafts are
free from both angular and parallel misalignment when both motor and driven
machine are operating at normal temperatures.
3.11 LUBRICATION
Field check and lubricate equipment requiring lubrication prior to initial operation.
3.12 STARTUP AND TEMPORARY OPERATION
Start up equipment as described in equipment specifications. Verify that vibration is within

specified tolerance prior to extended operation. Temporary use of equipment is specified in
Section 01010, Article, TEMPORARY USE OF MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL
EQUIPMENT.
3.13 OPERATING AND PERFORMANCE TESTS
A. Prior to the final inspection, perform required tests as specified in Section 01010,
Article, TESTS and submit the test reports and records to the Resident Engineer.
B. Should evidence of malfunction in any tested system, or piece of equipment or

component part thereof, occur during or as a result of tests, make proper corrections,
repairs or replacements, and repeat tests at no additional cost to the Owner.
C. When completion of certain work or system occurs at a time when final control
settings and adjustments cannot be properly made to make performance tests, then
make performance tests for heating systems and for cooling systems respectively
during first actual seasonal use of respective systems following completion of work.
END OF SECTION


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DIVISION 15 – PLUMBING Basic Mechanical Materials & Methods SECTION 15050

PART 1 - GENERAL ............................................................................................................................... 1

PART 2 - PRODUCTS ............................................................................................................................ 3

MEINHARDT PHILIPPINES INC.

1.1 WORK INCLUDED

1.2 RELATED WORK

A. Section 01010 - General Requirements

B. Section 15200 - Noise and Vibration Control

C. Section 15250 - Insulation

D. Section 15370 - Firestopping

E. Section 19 Part 2 - Metal Deck Claddding

F. Section 19 Part 3 - Composite metal Claddding

G. Section 19 Part 4 - Metal Fixtures

H. Section 37 Part 1 - Painting

I. Section 16965 - Building Management System (BMS)

1.3 IDENTIFICATION OF MECHANICAL SERVICES

A. Identify all mechanical services after finish painting is complete.

B. Use terminology consistent - with the Drawings and Specifications

D. Mark valve and equipment identification on Record Drawings.

MEINHARDT PHILIPPINES INC. Page 1 of 18

1.4 PIPE AND DUCTWORK IDENTIFICATION

1. at least once in each room

2. at each piece of equipment

3. at each branch close to connection point to main piping and ductwork

4. at not greater than intervals of 15 metres on straight runs of exposed piping

7. on vertical pipes and ducts approximately 1800 mm above floor

8. behind each access door and panel

9. at valves, identify piping upstream of valves and identify branch, equipment,

1.5 VALVE TAGS

B. Attach to valves with 100 mm long brass chains.

MEINHARDT PHILIPPINES INC. Page 2 of 18

1.6 EQUIPMENT NAMEPLATES

B. Use solid black capitalized lettering 100 mm high.

1.7 CONTROLS IDENTIFICATION

A. Meet Section 16965 requirements.

1.8 FLOW DIAGRAMS

A. Prepare neat diagrams 1200 mm x 900 mm of piping systems to identify equipment

A. Submit proposed materials and methods for cast-in-place inserts.

2.2 PIPE AND EQUIPMENT SUPPORTS AND RESTRAINTS

A. Vibration Isolators: Refer to Section 15200.

MEINHARDT PHILIPPINES INC. Page 3 of 18

C. Supports For Roof Mounted Items:

2. Pipe/duct pedestals: Provide a hot dipped galvanized unistrut channel welded

E. For Attachment to Concrete Construction:

1. Concrete insert: Type 18, MSS SP-58.

2. Self-drilling expansion shields and machine bolt expansion anchors: Fed.

3. Power-driven fasteners: Permitted in existing concrete or masonry not less

F. For Attachment to Steel Construction: MSS SP-58.

1. Welded attachment: Type 22.

G. Attachment to Metal Pan or Deck: As required for materials specified in Section19

H. For Attachment to Wood Construction: Wood screws or lag bolts.

1. Allowable hanger load: Manufacturers rating less 91kg ( 200 pounds).

2. Guide individual pipes on the horizontal member of every other trapeze

MEINHARDT PHILIPPINES INC. Page 4 of 18

1. General Types (MSS SP-58):

a. Standard clevis hanger: Type 1; provide locknut.

b. Riser clamps: Type 8.

c. Wall brackets: Types 31, 32 or 33.

d. Roller supports: Type 41, 43, 44 and 46.

e. Saddle support: Type 36, 37 or 38.

f. Turnbuckle: Types 13 or 15. preinsulate

g. U-bolt clamp: Type 24.