Marina Square - MVAC Specification (V1) (20.02.2024)

MARINA SQUARE, SRILANKA
MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VERSION 1 (FEBRUARY 2024)
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MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS VERSION 1
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Report Title Marina Square – Mechanical Specifications
Document ID HDG-MS-SPEC-ME-01 Project Name Marina Square, Sri Lanka
Client Harbour Village Client Contact Mr. Pradeep
Version Date Status Prepared by Verifier Approver
1 20th February 2024 For Review HM TS / TK PS
Current Version Version 1
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Contents
1 GENERAL ........................................................................................................................................................ 6
1.1 General Information .............................................................................................................................. 6
1.2 TECHNICAL INFORMATION.................................................................................................................. 13
2 SCOPE OF WORKS AND DESIGN INFORMATION ......................................................................................... 16
2.1 Design Information .............................................................................................................................. 16
2.2 Performance Requirements ................................................................................................................ 16
2.3 General Design requirements ............................................................................................................. 21
3 MECHANICAL SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONS......................................................................................................... 23
3.1 General Description and Design Information...................................................................................... 23
3.2 Toilet Exhaust System ......................................................................................................................... 23
3.3 Kitchen Exhaust System ...................................................................................................................... 23
3.4 Stair Pressurization Systems................................................................................................................ 23
3.5 Refuse and Bin Room Ventilation Systems ......................................................................................... 23
3.6 Lift Machine Room Air-Condition System ........................................................................................... 24
4 VENTILATION FANS...................................................................................................................................... 25
4.1 General ................................................................................................................................................ 25
4.2 Inline Duct Fans ................................................................................................................................... 25
4.3 Wall/Window Mounted Fans .............................................................................................................. 25
4.4 Kitchen Exhaust Inline Duct Fans ........................................................................................................ 26
4.5 Basement Smoke Extract System ........................................................................................................ 26
4.6 Stairwell Pressurization System .......................................................................................................... 26
4.7 Centrifugal Fans ................................................................................................................................... 26
5 AIR-CONDITION SYSTEM ............................................................................................................................. 28
5.1 Single Split Type Air Conditioners ....................................................................................................... 28
5.2 Refrigerant Pipework .......................................................................................................................... 28
5.3 Condensate Drain Piping ..................................................................................................................... 29
6 DUCT WORK AND ACCESSORIES.................................................................................................................. 30
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6.1 General ................................................................................................................................................ 30
6.2 Low Pressure Ducts ............................................................................................................................. 30
6.3 Joints.................................................................................................................................................... 31
6.4 Duct Supports ...................................................................................................................................... 32
6.5 Bends, Offsets and Transformation .................................................................................................... 32
6.6 Fire Rated Ductwork ............................................................................................................................ 33
6.7 Sleeves ................................................................................................................................................. 33
6.8 Flexible Connections ........................................................................................................................... 33
6.9 Welding ............................................................................................................................................... 33
6.10 Access Doors........................................................................................................................................ 34
6.11 Duct Test Hole - Low Pressure Ductwork ............................................................................................ 34
6.12 Sealants ............................................................................................................................................... 34
6.13 Fire Dampers ....................................................................................................................................... 34
6.14 Dampers .............................................................................................................................................. 35
6.15 External Louvers and Insect Screen..................................................................................................... 35
6.16 Air terminals ........................................................................................................................................ 36
6.17 Cleaning of Ductwork .......................................................................................................................... 37
6.18 Ductwork for Kitchen Exhaust System ................................................................................................ 37
6.19 Flexible Ducting ................................................................................................................................... 37
6.20 Protection of Finishes .......................................................................................................................... 37
6.21 Painting and Protection ....................................................................................................................... 38
7 ELECTRICAL DETAILS .................................................................................................................................... 40
7.1 Control Panels and Components ......................................................................................................... 40
7.2 BMS In MVAC Systems ........................................................................................................................ 40
7.3 Control Panels ..................................................................................................................................... 40
7.4 LV Cables and Cable Distribution ........................................................................................................ 55
8 TESTING AND COMMISSIONING ................................................................................................................. 69
8.1 Instruments ......................................................................................................................................... 69
8.2 Commissioning And Handing Over ...................................................................................................... 69
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8.3 Maintenance And Defects Liability...................................................................................................... 70
8.4 Additional Anti-Corrosion Treatment for Air Conditioning Outdoor Units ......................................... 71
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1 GENERAL
1.1 General Information
1.1.1 Extent of Contract

The Contract includes the design, manufacture, supply, testing, packing for transport, delivery to site,
unloading, installation, connections, final testing, and commissioning, handing over in approved working order
and maintenance thereafter for the Maintenance Period of twelve (12) months, the whole of the Contract
Works as detailed hereunder and as shown in the Specification Drawings Marina Square - Proposed Mixed
Development at No. 250, Srimath Ramanathan Mawatha, Colombo 15, Sri Lanka.
The work to be carried out under this Contract shall include the whole of the materials (except equipment
specified as supplied under other Contracts) and all necessary Labor for the completion of the Contract in every
detail ready for continuous operation whether such be directly mentioned in this Specification or not. The
Contract Works including all equipment and materials shall be suitable for the purpose of the Contract Works.
1.1.2 Definition of Terms

Following are the definitions of the terms used in this specification related to both technical and contractual.
The word “MVAC” refers to Mechanical Ventilation and Air-Conditioning.
In this Specification, the word “E” shall be as described in the “Engineer” and any such person or persons as
may be deputed by him/her in writing to act on their behalf.
The word “Contractor” shall be as described as the Main Contractor meanwhile the word “Sub- contractor”
shall be as described as the MEP Contractor.
The words “supply” and “provide” in this Specification shall be deemed to include in each case the term “fix”,
as usually understood, unless otherwise stated.
1.1.3 Obvious work

The Contract is to include the whole of the Works which are described in or implied by the Contract Document.
All matters omitted from the Contract Document, which may be referred to as essential items to fulfill the
efficiency, stability and requirements for completion of the Works, shall be deemed to be included in the
Contract Price. Additionally, the Sub-Contractor shall provide all materials, fittings or perform any work which
is obviously necessary to the efficient functioning of the installation, or which is generally provided or
performed in accordance with good accepted trade practice even though such materials or work may not be
explicitly mentioned in the Specification.
Works shown upon the Specification Drawings and not mentioned or described in the Specification and Works
described in the Specification and not shown on the Specification Drawings will nevertheless be held to be
included in this Contract, and their execution is to be covered by the Contract Price in the same manner as if
they had been expressly shown upon the Specification Drawings and described in the Specification.
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1.1.4 Weather Conditions

The Sub-Contractor shall be deemed to have checked the actual weather data even though it is generally
assumed that the main features of the climate of the Colombo, Sri Lanka are of uniform temperature (27 to 33
degrees Centigrade), high humidity (mean annual relative humidity is 75 per cent).
1.1.5 Correspondence
All correspondence on matters arising out of the Contract shall be copied by the Sub- Contractor to the E if so,
required by the E.
1.1.6 Tender Drawings

The Tender Drawings provided by the E (and referred to as Drawings or Tender Drawings in this Document) are
for the guidance of the Sub-Contractor and show the approximate positions of all items of equipment, etc. and
the Sub- Contractor shall comply with the general arrangements shown on these Tender Drawings. The Tender
Drawings shall be considered as the basis for the design of the works by the Sub-Contractor.
1.1.7 Manufacturers Technical Details

The Sub-Contractor shall supply to the E, if so, required by the E, full and comprehensive manufacturing details
for any items of plant to assess its technical suitability and application for which it has been offered. This
information shall include constructional details and drawings, performance graphs or curves, assembly and test
data as may be necessary or as required by the E.
No withstanding any such information which the Sub-Contractor may supply, the Sub- Contractor shall comply
with the Specifications and Tender Drawings unless the Sub-Contractor has requested by letter and obtained
the E's written agreement for any deviations from the Specifications and Drawings.
1.1.8 Builders' Work Drawings

Within 4 weeks of award of the Contract, the Sub-Contractor shall submit to the E 5 copies of fully detailed and
dimensioned drawing showing any necessary builders' work required in connection with the Contract together
with full technical information to enable the associated builders' work to be designed.
1.1.9 Working Drawings

Before the Contract Work is put in hand, the Sub-Contractor shall submit dimensioned working drawings
showing all details of the plant, materials, pipes, ducts, trays, trunkings, conduits, etc. to be used to the E for
his review. The drawings shall be submitted as soon as possible after the award of the Contract and in any case
in sufficient time to permit modifications to be made if such are deemed necessary by the E without delaying
the delivery or installation of the Contract Work. The drawings submitted shall be modified as necessary and,
if requested by the E, resubmitted for final review. For each submission or re-submission, the Sub-Contractor
shall submit one reproducible copy and 5 paper print copies of the drawings. The E will over mark all comments
in the reproducible copy and thereafter, will print 6 paper prints from the commented reproducible copy for
distribution. The reproducible copy and one paper print copy of the drawings will be returned to the Sub-
Contractor.
For each submission of drawings, a minimum time of 4 weeks shall be allowed for review of all drawings by the
E Delays caused by late submission of drawings or modifications of drawings due to repeated errors will under
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no circumstances be construed as reasons for extensions of the Contract Period. The E's review of drawings
does not exonerate the Sub-Contractor from any responsibility under the Contract terms and conditions. The
Sub-Contractor shall be responsible for all claims arising out of errors/omissions in working drawings submitted
or delays in submitting. If the Sub-Contractor required early review of any drawings to avoid delay in the
delivery or installation of the Contract Works, he shall advise the E to such effect when submitting the
drawings.
Mechanical drawings shall include the following.
❖ Set out dimensions of all equipment, ductwork, penetrations etc.

❖ Sections of plant and ductwork
❖ Room numbers/Apartment numbers
❖ Mechanical switchboards, controls to scale with door swings indicated.
❖ Location and size of access panels in ductwork, filter plenums, and plant
❖ Location and size of access panel through building elements for maintenance purposes
❖ Details of major items including supports, anchoring, expansions etc.
❖ Cable tray and other trades switchboard’s locations to scale
❖ Manufacturer’s dimensioned drawings of all plant
1.1.10 Cutting Away and Making Good

The Sub-Contractor shall inform the Contractor of all builders' works that are required to be done as early as
possible in order that holes, chases, etc. may be formed as the building work proceeds. Should the Sub-
Contractor neglects to give the Contractor reasonable notice and full particulars of any "Builders' Works"
required to be done and thereby cause delay to the Contractor or additional expense to be incurred, the Sub-
Contractor shall be required to indemnify the Contractor against all charges or additional expenses incurred in
respect thereof.
1.1.11 Ordering and Delivery of Equipment & Materials

In order to avoid any delays caused by the non-delivery of materials and equipment, the Sub-Contractor must
place all orders for equipment and materials immediately where instructions have been received by him to
proceed with the Contract Work, otherwise any delay in delivery of materials and equipment will not therefore
be accepted as an excuse for a request for extension of time to complete the Contract. The Sub-Contractor
shall be responsible for the thorough checking and acceptance of his goods on site.
The Sub-Contractor shall prepare and submit the schedule of delivery of imported materials and equipment
for the Contract Works as and when instructed by the E.
1.1.12 Copies of Orders and Invoices

The Sub-Contractor shall produce all copies of orders, invoices, vouchers or receipts accounts for any materials
if called upon to do so by the E or the Quantity Surveyor.
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1.1.13 Sub-Contractor's Employees and Responsibilities

The Sub-Contractor shall provide and employ in connection with the execution and maintenance of the
Contract Works only such engineers, technical assistants and licensed workers (as required by the relevant
authorities) as are skilled and experienced in their respective callings and such Supervisors, Foreman and
Chargehands as are competent to give proper supervision to the Contract Work they are required to supervise
and such skilled and semi-skilled labour as is necessary for proper and timely execution and maintenance of
the Contract Works.
The E will be at liberty to object to and require the Sub-Contractor to remove forthwith from the Contract
Works any person employed by the Sub-Contractor in or about the execution or maintenance of the Contract
Works who in the opinion of the E misconduct himself or is incompetent or negligent in the proper performance
of his duties or whose employment is otherwise considered by the E to be undesirable and such person shall
not be employed again upon the Contract Works without the written permission of the E Any person so
removed from the Contract Works shall be replaced as soon as possible by a competent substitute.
1.1.14 Sub-Contractor's Site Staff

The Sub-Contractor shall appoint for full-time duties at Site a Project Manager, suitably qualified and fully
experienced in the type of Contract Work being carried out, who shall supervise on his behalf all of the Contract
Work of the Contract on the site. Such Project Manager shall familiarize himself with all the Contract Work
involved in the Contract and keep himself up-to-date with all reports and updating of the Construction Works
Program and shall attend all Site meetings.
The Sub-Contractor shall appoint and maintain on the site a competent General Foreman who shall be
continuously in charge of the Contract Works throughout the Contract. He shall not be engaged on any
particular part to the detriment of the general supervision, but shall rather employ in turn a sufficient number
of competent Sub-Foremen to assist in the supervision of the Contract Work.
All instructions given to the Project Manager shall be binding as if given to the Sub- Contractor.
The Sub-Contractor's Project Manager and General Foreman shall not be changed without discussion with the
E, whose prior consent to such change shall be necessary, such consent not to be unreasonably withheld.
In addition to the above personnel the Sub-Contractor shall provide adequate "back-up" staff. The Sub-
Contractor shall provide an organization chart and a full and detailed list of the Site Supervisory staff for the
project. The list shall include all relevant details of each staff including his position, duties, qualification,
experience, age and length of employment with the Sub-Contractor. The provision of the organization chart
and staff list does not limit the Sub-Contractor's responsibility with respect to adequate staffing of the project
and should additional staff be considered necessary to supervise the Contract Works, the Sub-Contractor shall
provide such staff at no extra cost to the Employer.
The Sub-Contractor shall appoint such Project Es who shall be registered with the Local Authority and/or who
are Licensed Workers to assume full responsibilities for all engineering matters in respect of all design,
equipment and installations, and shall be stationed full-time or part-time on site as may be demanded by the
progress of Contract Work or as directed by the E Upon completion of the Contract, the Project Es shall furnish
Completion and Inspection Certificates to the E to certify that all installations are in accordance with the
Specification requirements.
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1.1.15 Progress Reports and Meetings

Progress Meetings shall be held at the offices of the E or on site as directed by the E. The Sub-Contractor's
Project Manager shall attend all Progress Meetings.
The Sub-Contractor shall keep a diary recording the day to day progress of the Contract Works and details of
all instructions received. This diary shall be at the disposal of the E If required by the E, the Sub-Contractor shall
prepare and submit regular progress reports to the E.
1.1.16 Co-ordination
The Sub-Contractor shall be responsible for the proper and accurate setting out of his Contract work.
The Sub-Contractor shall at all times maintain on site, in good order and condition, a complete set of all
drawings and documents necessary for the proper execution and checking of the Contract Work. These
drawings and documents shall be made available on request to the E or other authorized persons on site.
The Sub-Contractor shall co-operate with the Contractor and all other Sub-Contractors on the job and his
Contract Work shall be suitably preplanned to ensure proper co-ordination with the Contract Work of others.
The contractor shall produce the necessary co-ordinate services drawing for approved prior to installation of
services at site.
All duct and pipe sizes inside ceiling voids shall be checked prior to fabrications and installations to make sure
that duct and pipes sizes do not clash with finished ceiling levels and other fixtures/installation and shop
drawing shall be done accordingly. Contractor shall arrange door grilles or door under cuts (provided by civil
contractor) in consultation with the Architect for air to transfer to washrooms, corridors, MEP rooms where
necessary.
1.1.17 Schedule of Contract Work

The Sub-Contractor shall prepare, in collaboration with the Contractor, a detailed Schedule of Contract Work
based on the time requirements of the Main Contract Building schedule. The Schedule of Contract Work shall
clearly indicate the sequence of operations required to complete the Contract Works of the Contract, and also
the commencement and completion dates of each section of the Contract Work.
The Sub-Contractor shall submit to the soft copies of the Schedule of Contract Work for their review.
1.1.18 Compliance with Instructions

The Sub-Contractor shall promptly replace, make good and completely rectify any Contract Work which are
considered defective or unsatisfactory to the E.
1.1.19 Protection of Contract Work, Equipment & Materials

The Sub-Contractor shall take all practical precautions and provide protection to safeguard all Contract Works,
materials and equipment against corrosion and mechanical damage, inclement weather, dust, etc. during
storage and erection at the Site and until such works have been properly completed and handed over to the
Contractor. The Sub-Contractor shall comply with any instructions issued by the E for the safety of equipment.
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1.1.20 Progressive Removal of Unwanted Materials

The Sub-Contractor shall from time to time during the progress of the works remove all rubbish, waste, surplus
materials and empty cases, cartons, cable drums, etc., from all parts of the Site where he is not immediately
engaged on installation work, and shall deposit all such rubbish and waste tidily at a position to be indicated
for such purpose by the Sub-Contractor. The Sub-Contractor shall maintain a clean and safe site.
1.1.21 Claim for Progress Payments

The Sub-Contractor shall submit with each claim for progress payment a Statement of Account to show the
following:
❖ Value of work carried out on the Site and set out in sufficient detail to enable the E and Quantity
Surveyor to make an assessment of values.
❖ If required by the E or Quantity Surveyor, receipts or other evidence of payment to merchants by the
Sub-Contractor shall be included for the relevant items in all claims and certificates.
❖ The original and updated Sub-Contract Sums, and the item and amounts of any variations authorized
since the preceding Statement, whether additions or deductions, together with the Schedule of
Quantities and other information necessary for the checking thereof.
1.1.22 Measurement of Contract Work

All measurements of variation Contract Work shall be carried out by the Sub-Contractor to the approval of the
E or the Quantity Surveyor.
1.1.23 Access Openings

The Contractor shall provide all access openings required for inspection and maintenance of the installations.
Inspection holes, covers, doors and flaps as well as access covers, doors and plates shall be provided wherever
necessary for erection, inspection, operation and maintenance at all air ducts, equipment and installation shafts
or trenches as well as at all suspended ceilings and false floors. Where openings are necessary in the building
construction such as walls, ceilings, etc. such openings shall have a closure facility designed to match the
adjacent surfaces. Closure shall be removable and replaceable without damage to the adjacent surfaces.
1.1.24 Labels
Durable designation labels shall be provided for all of air conditioning systems e.g. fans, filters, coolers, heaters,
dampers, valves, compressors, motors, sensors, thermometers, pressure stats, actuators, emergency cutouts,
lighting switches, access doors and clean outdoors. They shall be made of strong, unbreakable, chemical and
heat resistant, colored synthetic material and shall be double spaced engraved with complete lettering
including clear text in the English language. Plant identification code, specified on drawings or equipment
schedules shall be lettered as well. Provide a drawing of all proposed labels for review prior to manufacture.
1.1.25 Inspection at Contract Works

The Employer and E reserve the right to inspect and witness the manufacturers' works, tests on selected items
of equipment and the Sub-Contractor shall allow all testing facilities for this purpose.
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1.1.26 Inspection and Testing

The E reserves the right to inspect and test equipment at any time during manufacture by giving due notice to
the Sub-Contractor of his intention. The materials, equipment, labour, etc. required for testing, both at the
manufacturers' works and on Site, shall be supplied by the Sub-Contractor. The Sub-Contractor shall give
reasonable advance notice to the E of the intention to carry out tests at the manufacturers' works or on Site.
Four (4) copies of all test certificates shall be forwarded to the E for his review.
1.1.27 Tests at Manufacturers' Works

The Sub-Contractor shall supply to the E, if so, required by the E, all such assembly and test data, performance
graphs or curves and calibration certificates of tests at the manufacturers' works of any equipment or their
prototypes intended for the Contract. Such tests should cover different operating conditions viz. rated capacity,
most frequent conditions and extreme operating conditions. All testing shall be in accordance with the
appropriate Standards as may be agreed by the E Such items of equipment shall not be sent to the site until
the test certificates have been reviewed and agreed by the E Any agreement by the E to such tests does not
exonerate the Sub-Contractor from any responsibility under the Contract terms and conditions. The costs for
all tests including instruments, labour, materials, electricity, etc. shall be borne by the Sub-Contractor.
If any such tests as may be required by the E are not routine standard tests undertaken at the manufacturers'
works and are also not specified in the Specification or Schedules, the Sub-Contractor shall inform the E in
writing of the costs involved and then obtain the necessary variation orders before commencing with such
tests.
1.1.28 Checking at Site

The Sub-Contractor shall provide full facilities and assistance to the E to check the Contract Works on Site.
The Sub-Contractor shall obtain from the E, details of the parts which he wishes to inspect, but such inspection
shall in no way exonerate the Sub-Contractor from any of his obligations.
The Sub-Contractor, if requested by the E, shall open up for inspection before re-erection any equipment which
has been delivered to the site partly assembled.
1.1.29 Operation & Maintenance Manuals

The contractor shall provide two copies of an operation and maintenance manual together with the As-Built
drawings. The front cover of the manual shall include the project name, contractors’ name, address and contact
number. The manual shall be 3 ring A4 size bound in a vinyl hard cover, embossed on the front cover and spine
with the project name and date of issue. A draft copy of the manual shall be submitted for review prior to
testing and commissioning. The draft copy shall include pro-forma sheets of the commissioning data. After
testing and commissioning the remaining copies shall be provided for review of the Consultant.
1.1.30 Spare Parts

The Contractor shall provide manufacture's recommended list of spares and any special tools required to
enable maintenance to be carried out for all plant and equipment after the defect’s liability period.
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1.2 TECHNICAL INFORMATION
1.2.1 Design and Construction

The Sub-Contractor shall ensure that the essence of design of all equipment and components shall be simplicity
and reliability in order to give long continuous service with high economy and low maintenance cost. Particular
attention should be paid to internal and external accesses in order to facilitate inspection, cleaning, lubrication,
repair and maintenance. Designs shall be in accordance with best modern practice. The design, dimensions and
materials of all parts are to be such that they will not suffer damage as a result of stresses under the most
severe service conditions. Workmanship and general finish are to be of the highest class throughout. All similar
parts of equipment are to be interchangeable.
All equipment shall be designed to minimize the risk of fire and any damage which may be caused in the event
of fire. All equipment shall be designed to prevent ingress of all vermin, accidental contact with live parts and
to minimize the ingress of dust and dirt. The use of materials which may be liable to attack by termites or other
insects shall be avoided. All equipment shall
operate without undue vibration, and the noise levels at the boundaries of the Site due to the operation of the
equipment shall comply with the Local Authorities' requirements. The noise levels in the occupied areas shall
not exceed the noise criteria as stipulated in the various sections of the Specification but in any case, shall not
exceed NC 40.
All microprocessors, electronic components and any other parts used for control equipment shall be the types
which pass the necessary tests and reliability for the purpose and working environment as required and
specified elsewhere in the Specification. All microprocessors and components shall also be protected against
any external influence which may affect performance.
All control equipment which may endanger personnel due to its inadvertent operation or malfunction caused
by the failure of any of its components shall be provided with appropriate protection and limiting device in the
form of electro-mechanical interlock or limiting switch to ensure safety.
1.2.2 Materials
All equipment and materials shall be new, of first quality of their respective kinds and of appropriate grade and
quality for/or to be adequately protected against the local climatic conditions. An indication of the mean air
temperature together with the mean relative humidity is given elsewhere in this Specification. In addition, the
Sub-Contractor shall give special consideration to exposure to very high humidity, spray from rain, exposure to
sea and brackish water and dust.
All materials, components and workmanship shall comply with the appropriate Standards as published by the
British Standards Institution last published prior to the date of closing of tenders or be in accordance with other
authoritative standards which, in the opinion of the S.O., will ensure an equivalent or higher quality of materials
or equipment.
If the Sub-Contractor offers materials, equipment, design, calculations or tests which conform to standards
other than those published by the British Standards Institution, full details or the differences between the
proposed standard and the equivalent British Standard, insofar as they affect the design or purpose of the
equipment, are to be supplied by the Sub-Contractor.
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1.2.3 Regulatory Bodies

The Contract Works and all plant, equipment and materials forming part of this Contract shall comply in all
respects with any relevant Statutory Regulations, Bye Laws and Orders currently in force in the Sri Lanka. In
addition, Rules and Requirements of the following authorities shall be complied with:
❖ CEB (Ceylon Electricity Board)

❖ Water Supply & Drainage Board
❖ Fire Service Department
❖ Telecommunication Company (SLT or Dialog)
❖ BOI (Board of Investment of Sri Lanka)
❖ Department of Labor Sri Lanka Department of Buildings
❖ Department of Civil Security
❖ Gas supply company
❖ Coast conservation department.
❖ Department of Manpower and Employment, Department of Telecommunications
All other Authorities having jurisdiction over the installation works.
The Sub-Contractor shall obtain and complete all notices required by all Local Authorities as necessary and shall
obtain all consents necessary for the various Contract Works to be executed and shall pay all fees in connection
therewith. The Contract Work of the Contract shall also be carried out strictly in accordance with the current
editions of all applicable British Standards or other National Standards acceptable.
1.2.4 SELECTION DATA/APPROVALS

After receipt of notice to proceed and before starting installation of any materials or equipment, the contractor
shall submit selection data along with the Material/Equipment Approval Sheet to the Consultant. Selection data
shall be submitted in duplicate and shall consist of Engineering selection tables, charts, etc., provided by the
manufacturer. The Contractor shall very clearly indicate in these documents the items selected, the selection
criteria and their designation. These submissions shall include, dimensioned shop drawings/sections of
equipment showing general construction, size, arrangement, operating/maintenance clearances, performance
characteristics, capacities together with sufficient engineering data to indicate compliance with the relevant
clauses of the specification. Each item shall be identified by the identification tags shown on
schedules/drawings The successful tenderer is advised that no any material/component /item/ accessories or
equipment (both locally purchased or imported) should be ordered prior to the consultant's approval.
1.2.5 SAMPLES FOR APPROVAL

Where required, the contractor shall submit sample of materials and other items for approval. All costs involved
in the submittal and return of these samples shall be borne by the contractor.
Samples to be submitted with technical literature for review/approval shall include:
❖ Internally insulated duct and thermal insulation material
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❖ Insulated refrigerant pipe work including support arrangement

❖ Outside air louvers
❖ Grilles and Diffusers
❖ Labels
❖ Dampers, non-return dampers, duct fittings
❖ Commissioning pro-forma sheets
❖ Volume damper
❖ Fire damper
❖ Access panel
❖ Insulation materials
❖ Flexible duct
❖ Canvas joints
❖ Plenum box
❖ Communication cables used for indoor and outdoor units’ communication
❖ Communication cable for wired thermostat
❖ Other items as requested by the consultant during the work progress
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2 SCOPE OF WORKS AND DESIGN INFORMATION

2.1 Design Information
The scope of the Mechanical Services is the work described below and detailed elsewhere in this specification,
in Mechanical Services drawings, and other associated disciplines drawings and specifications where
Mechanical interface is required to complete the work.
The scope of works includes design, review and incorporation of architectural and fire engineering inputs,
review of other disciplines drawings for coordination and services interface inputs, preparation of shop
drawings, provision of samples, fabrication, supply, delivery, installation, setting to work, decommissioning and
demolition, shutdowns, testing, commissioning, preparation and provision of O&M and As Built information;
training, provision of spare parts; defects liability, warranty and maintenance.
The scope of work shall include all mechanical services items necessary for a complete installation of Tower 1
to Tower 5 to enable an occupation permit to be granted in accordance with the construction program,
including staged handover.
2.2 Performance Requirements
2.2.1 Design Life

The Design Life for the mechanical services works will be designed to meet or exceed the minimum
requirements set out in the table below.
Element Design Life Comments

Ductwork 30 years Based on change in leakage of < 5% airflow
Based on free movement without binding and sealing
Dampers 20 years
rate changes < 5%
Ventilation fans 10 years Based on reliable operation without bearing and motor
Based on reliable operation without upgrade required or
Split units 10 years
failure of components
2.2.2 Design Conditions

The MVAC system shall be designed to maintain the specified internal design conditions at the following
external ambient temperatures.
External Ambient Conditions Requirements

Extreme ambient conditions within which plant Summer 33°C dry bulb (DB) / 29°C wet bulb (WB)And full
must be required to Operate. solar load.
Outside ambient conditions in which air
conditioning must be required to achieve Summer 33°C DB, 29°C WB and full solar load
continuous maximum ratings of performance
Design mechanical services to accommodate local wind
conditions to ensure design airflows do not vary greater than
Wind pressure effect
15% for periods of more than 30 minutes for local wind
speeds as per Bureau of Meteorology average maximums.
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Internal design condition

Space Temperature Relative Humidity
Apartment Bedroom/Living Room 24°C (DB) 60+/- 5%
Apartment Corridor NC NC
Office Area 23°C (DB) 60+/- 5%
Retail 24°C (DB) 60+/- 5%
Multifunction Hall 24°C (DB) 60+/- 5%
Gym 24°C (DB) 60+/- 5%
Play Area 24°C (DB) 60+/- 5%
Electrical Panel Room 26°C (DB) 60+/- 5%
Kitchen Areas 26°C (DB) 60+/- 5%
Ventilated Areas Design Conditions Requirements

Internal conditions required to be achieved Design to comply with ASHRAE standard 62.1 and other
by comfort mechanically ventilation systems local standards
To achieve manufacturers’ requirements of equipment
Plant area ventilation
within plant rooms
Toilet 10ACH or 25L/s per fixture whichever the higher value
Internal Design Criteria Requirements

People load - heat output to AIRAH design guide for
Space use activity level.
Minimum lighting loads - 10W/m2
Lighting loads, and people loads
Minimum equipment loads.
Apartment Bedroom-10W/m2
Apartment Living Area-15W/m2
Infiltration 0.5 air changes per hour for all perimeter areas.
Apartment Area –
Internal Noise Criteria
Retail Area -
External Wall - 2.8 W/m2K
Internal Partition wall - 2 W/m2K
External Walls / Glazing
Glazing – 5 W/m2K (Single glaze)
Overall shading coefficient – 0.7
Ventilation Criteria Requirements

In accordance with ASHRAE 62.1 for Commercial
General Exhaust
areas
Fresh Air (Outside Air) In accordance with ASHRAE 62.1 for Commercial areas
Smoke Control In accordance with CIDA
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Miscellaneous Items Requirements

In accordance with ASHRAE Standard 52–76, minimum
Filtration Efficiency 80%, Arrestance 98%.
Provide panel type filtration on all outside air intakes
Design Pressure Losses All ductwork designed to achieve low pressure losses including:
Ductwork:
To minimize airborne noise and ensure space noise criteria, ducts are sized
with following velocities.
❖ 12 m/s – Pressurization ducts
❖ 7.5 m/s – Risers of general ventilation duct
❖ 5m/s – Horizontal duct branches.
❖ All bends to be full radius with stream splitters. Where square bends
must be used they shall Be fitted with aero foil turning vanes.
❖ For vertical risers, 2 Hour fire rated duct system complete with
gaskets, caulk, fire dampers, etc. in absence of 2-hour shaft wall
Construction.
❖ All bends to be full radius with stream splitters. Where square bends
must be used they shall be fitted with airfoil turning vanes.
Flexible Ductwork:
❖ Maximum velocity in a flexible duct: 3m/s
❖ Maximum total length of flexible duct: 3m
Dampers:
❖ Minimum 3.0m/s
❖ Maximum 5.0m/s (unless scheduled otherwise)
Louvres:
❖ Intake & Exhaust - maximum 2m/s
Door Grilles:
❖ <50L/s – 25mm Undercut.
❖ 51 – 200L/s – 600x300 Door Grille
❖ 201 – 300L/s – 600x450 Door Grille
Filters:
❖ Maximum face velocity1.8m/s
Coils:
❖ Maximum face velocity 1.8m/s
Movement joints All pipework, ductwork & cabling to include 3-dimensional movement joints
at all building structural movement joint locations (internal and external to
the building)
2.2.3 Corrosion Resistance

The mechanical services must be provided with appropriate water treatment and corrosion protection to
ensure minimization of corrosion including:
Third party treatment of equipment which shall be exposed to external ambient air.
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Treatment to the inside of ducting in high humidity rooms, including shower rooms etc.
2.2.4 Reliability
The completed mechanical services are to achieve reliable and resilient operation of systems and equipment
for the Design Life of the systems and equipment Safety.
The design will incorporate risk assessments and developed strategies to minimize risk of injury during
construction of the mechanical services and during operational maintenance of mechanical services.
Leak detection to be provided where other toxic or dangerous gases are present, including fuel vapor, carbon
dioxide, carbon monoxide, chlorine or other pool water treatment, fertilizers, latent methane and industrial
level cleaning agents.
2.2.5 Aesthetics
Mechanical services to be integrated within the built environment to minimize impact on the aesthetic quality
of the interior spaces and the external envelope.
Air diffusion and other visible equipment to be selected to provide the required performance levels whilst
achieving appropriate aesthetical integration within the room they are located.
2.2.6 Flexibility, Reconfiguration and Expansion

Spare capacity in major items of mechanical plant, such as chillers, boilers, primary air handling units, riser
shafts and distribution infrastructure are to be provided to accommodate a minimum of 10% future growth to
support reconfiguration.
The design and construction of the mechanical services to achieve flexibility and provide the ability to alter or
change the mechanical services to accommodate:
Changes to occupancy levels and internal thermal loads by ±10% of the initial planned capacity; and Changes
to floor layouts and functionality over time, including as a result of reconfiguration.
2.2.7 Maintainability
The mechanical services are to be designed and installed to accommodate manufacturers’ recommended
maintenance activity without removal of structure or other services and with clear access zones in accordance
with all relevant Quality Standards and Laws, manufacturer’s recommendations.
Minimum maintainability access requirements are as follows:
❖ Maintenance of equipment and mechanical services shall not be performed from within publicly
occupied areas with the exclusion of in-ceiling fans and fan coil units.
❖ In-ceiling fan coil units to be installed to allow access to all sides and not be installed above flush set
ceilings without agreement from architect.
❖ Maintainable equipment to not be installed more than 300mm above ceilings, in locations requiring
ladder access more than 1.8m in height and above flush set ceilings.
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❖ Access openings, doors and lifting provisions to be provided for replacement of all equipment installed
without removal of fixed building components or other services.
2.2.8 Location of Mechanical Services Plant

All large items of mechanical plant shall be located in dedicated plant areas and be secure from accidental or
intentional damage caused by the introduction of material through outside air intakes. The location of air
intakes and discharges (including heat rejection, kitchen exhaust, smoke exhaust and flues) to also take into
account noise, visibility, aesthetics, OHS and security.
2.2.9 Specific Contractor Design Requirements

The Mechanical Services contractor shall have the following specific design responsibilities:
❖ Finalizing co-ordination of all mechanical services including spatial co-ordination and interface with
other trades - the mechanical contractor is to be the lead co-ordination sub-contractor and shall
receive, process and review shop drawings from all other disciplines to produce combined services
overlay drawings where necessary and co-ordinate other disciplines to rectify any clashes.
❖ Design of all temporary works, facilities and provisions required during construction, commissioning
and testing required to meet the construction program.
❖ All bracketry, fixings, hangers and support systems for ductwork, pipework, grilles, diffusers, FCUs etc.
❖ Identify all BWIC penetrations 150mm or less including chases.
❖ Confirming setting out for all BWIC including penetrations, plinths, upstands, pits, kerbs, lifting eyes
and Beams as required for plant maintenance and replacement.
❖ Final selection of all grilles and diffusers
❖ Verifying the final selection of attenuators based on the installation drawings and taking into account
items of plant and equipment selected for incorporation into the works where these differ from the
consultant’s design drawings and equipment identified in the equipment schedules.
❖ Final selection of vibration isolation mountings, based on performance specification provided by the
acoustic consultant and detailed within this specification.
❖ Determining final positioning and setting out of all grilles and diffusers, access panels, room sensors
and controllers in conjunction with the architect.
❖ Design of the BMS including determination of final number of points, controls equipment selection
(including inverters, DDC controllers, sensors, room controllers), wiring design, design of motor control
panels (MSSBs), power wiring downstream of MSSBs and software design.
❖ Determining and selecting all requirements for commissioning, maintaining and cleaning of pipework
and ductwork installations
2.2.10 Other Requirements

General: Provide efficient and effective facilities in line with good commercial practice for delivering and
controlling the building
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Reliability: Provide reliable system with multiple units and standby or redundant equipment
Energy usage and running costs: Give due regard to equipment selections and system design to minimize
energy usage and operating and maintenance costs.
Flexibility: Provide building services which are sufficiently flexible to enable a reasonable change of use in all
areas without extensive modifications.
Sensitivity to architectural features and adjacent uses: Accommodate building services in an unobtrusive
manner that does not detract from the architectural appearance nor reduce the amenity of the facilities or
adjacent areas. These requirements extend to all aspects of the installation including location, route, fixing,
spacing, noise, vibration, color, shape and finish.
Isolation facilities: Provide suitable isolation facilities for operation and maintenance, i.e. all take-offs from
piping or cable risers, long horizontal runs and the like.
2.3 General Design requirements
2.3.1 Space Requirements

Check space requirements of equipment and services which are indicated diagrammatically in the contract
documents.
Select equipment with dimensions and handing to suit the available space.
Lay out equipment and services to be accessible for operation, maintenance and replacement and so as not to
interfere with access to other installations. Make offsets as necessary.
Set out access ways 2.1m high and 1.0m wide to all major plant clear of all obstructions, unless otherwise
approved.
2.3.2 Coordination
Co-ordinate the layout of plant and services with the building layout and structure, and with other plant and
services. Neatly group services, with separate layers for crossing services.
Mechanical contractor should co-ordinate the arrangement of all services.
2.3.3 Mechanical System Resistances

Calculate system resistances to fluid flow based upon the actual plant layout and selected equipment. Allow
for dirty filters and diversified flows. Allow for standby plant and future demand as shown.
Amend piping, fans, motors and electrical power supplies to suit the requirements of the actual installation.
Submit amended selections for review.
2.3.4 Cable Sizing

Calculate cable rating and voltage drops based upon actual cable lengths and selected make of cables. Take
into consideration installation conditions, and external influences short circuit fault levels and ratings of
protection equipment
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2.3.5 Electrical Protection and Grading

Protect and grade the electrical reticulation and distribution system so that all faults are cleared by the
protective device immediately upstream of the system circuit fault.
It is intended that the grading shall be applied from the point of supply to the terminal equipment of the
building.
2.3.6 Balance of Electrical Loads

Balance loads evenly over all phases.
2.3.7 Submission and Approval

Coordination of all trades in preparation of both the design and shop drawings Samples Design submissions as
further described in this specification.
2.3.8 Delivery and Installation

Storage of equipment off-site Delivery to site Coordination of crane time Protection of equipment on site
Fixing Equipment and material
2.3.9 Painting, Finishes and Identification

Painting of all equipment as further described in this specification Labelling of all ductwork and pipework
exposed to view including plant rooms Labelling and identification of all plant, including plant name and
capacity information.
2.3.10 Commissioning and Witnessing

Preparation of a commissioning plan, cooperating with Commissioning Agent. Setting to work and
commissioning the systems until they achieve the design performance Submission of completed commissioning
results Demonstrating published results to Commissioning Agent, Main Contractor and Consultant. All works
and staging to facilitate hot smoke testing as required by the relevant regulatory authorities.
2.3.11 Documentation
Preparation of as Installed drawings Preparation of O& M Manuals Preparation of Building Users Guide
2.3.12 Training
Training of client staff in maintenance and operation of mechanical systems Training of client staff in operation
of control systems Training of representatives from tenant organization in use of systems
2.3.13 Maintenance
For 12 months from the date of Practical Completion Maintain the systems in accordance with manufacturers
recommendations, AS3666 BCA Section I so that the plant operation and availability is maintained Carry out
tests of fire safety systems quarterly Keep maintenance records.
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3 MECHANICAL SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONS

3.1 General Description and Design Information
The Smoke Management, Air Conditioning and ventilation installations will be designed to comply with the
following standards where applicable.
❖ Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE)

❖ American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Engineering (ASHRAE) Standards
❖ British Standard European Norm (BSEN)
❖ National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
❖ Local Standards
The Mechanical Ventilation and Air-Conditioning (MVAC) system is designed to maintain building pressure
requirements, sustainability requirements and the user comfort.
The Air-conditioning strategy for this development is based around the user categories and the area served by
individual plant. Air cooled Split System is used for Air-conditioning for apartment area.
Smoke Management Strategy of the development consists of both pressurization and smoke exhaust systems
as per Local requirement and NFPA where it is applicable. The system is controlled by hardwire interlock with
the fire alarm system. Remote control panel is provided inside the Fire Command Center with manual override
to activate the smoke control system for each fire compartment and smoke zone. The manual override will also
deactivate the MVAC system in the affected compartment or zone if necessary.
Building Automation System provision to control and monitor various M&E services shall be provided by the
Air-conditioning and Ventilation Sub-Contractor.
3.2 Toilet Exhaust System

Apartment toilet - Ceiling mounted toilet exhaust fan shall be provided for each toilet.
3.3 Kitchen Exhaust System

Ceiling mounted kitchen exhaust fan shall be provided for each apartment kitchen hood and exhausted at same
level via ductwork in corridor. The kitchen exhaust ductwork shall be 1.2mm thickness galvanized sheet.
3.4 Stair Pressurization Systems

All stairs shall be provided with stair pressurization systems to meet the code requirements. 3 fans shall be
provided as 2 Duty and one stand by. Only one fans shall be provided with VSD to operate fan at normal
ventilation mode. Fans shall be linked to pressure sensors within each stair to limit the maximum pressure in
accordance with code. A barometric relief damper will also be provided on the topmost level.
3.5 Refuse and Bin Room Ventilation Systems

Mechanical exhaust will be provided to the Refuse and Bin room. Each floor will have exhaust grille with fire
damper and central fan is located at Lift overrun level.
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3.6 Lift Machine Room Air-Condition System

The lift motor room shall be provided with an air conditioning system sized to maintain the temperature limits
specified by the lift contractor.
2No’s of suspended split unit has been provided. Timer controller shall be provided to run the units as per
requirement.
All LMR lift shafts shall be mechanical ventilated to limit the maximum temperature within the shaft due to
heat gains from the lift motors.
Openings within the lift shaft equivalent to 0.1m2 per lift will be provided at the highest points within each shaft
riser for pressurization relief.
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4 VENTILATION FANS
4.1 General
Fans shall be carefully selected and be suitable for their service/application, position of installation and chosen
with respect to corrosion, flammability and other hazardous applications.
Fans shall be capable of handling the air quantity necessary for the specified system performance against the
resistance of the system. The resistances shown on the Schedule of Technical Requirements are for tendering
purposes only and the Sub- Contractor shall be held responsible for checking the final system resistance before
ordering the equipment.
Fans shall be constructed and rated in accordance with AMCA/BS and ASHRAE Standards and shall bear the
AMCA certification. Housings shall be suitably braced where necessary to provide stiffness to the housing and
rigid support for bearings. Fan housings shall be thermally and acoustically insulated where necessary. Fan
inlets/outlets shall have means for attaching flexible connections. Fan housings shall be provided with access
panels and drain plugs as necessary.
All fans shall be fitted with engraved identification and directional labels giving full details of speed,
horsepower, pulley and belt sizes and type of grease required, and mechanically fixed where they can be easily
seen and not subject to potential damage.
After manufacture, the casing, impeller shaft and belt guards shall be thoroughly cleaned and given two coats
of “Anodize” anti-corrosive paint or other approved treatment.
All fans including motors, pulleys, electrical wiring, control panels, etc. within the air stream of ventilation
system for Kitchen Exhaust System shall be of the flame proof types to comply with the requirements of the
local Authorities with motor and drive outside air stream.
Motor is to BS EN 60034 S1 duty type, IE2 high efficiency. Insulation is to class F BS EN 60085. Protection class
by enclosure is to BS EN 60529 IP 54 or above. Motor base with alignment adjustment bolt shall be provided.
4.2 Inline Duct Fans

In line duct fans shall have non overloading characteristics to suit the performance duty specified. Fans shall be
direct driven type with adjustable pitch type. Motor shall be totally enclosed type rated to class F and with
protection to IP 55. Motor shall be supplied with sealed for life bearings. Motor shall also be protected against
overheating.
4.3 Wall/Window Mounted Fans

Fans shall be installed in wall as shown on the drawings. Impellers shall be of the non-metal type. Motor shall
be double insulated, lubricated for life and internally protected against over temperature. Impellers and
shutters shall be of molded plastic. Fans shall have inner and outer grilles and finger guarded front covers.
Motors shall have thermal cutouts which require no maintenance.
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4.4 Kitchen Exhaust Inline Duct Fans

Fans shall have a galvanized sheet metal housing with direct drive external rotor motorized impeller assembly.
Speed shall be controllable and interlocked with the kitchen exhaust hood. It shall have built-in thermal
overload protection and automatic reset. It shall have permanently lubricated sealed ball bearings. Fan’s
electrical terminal box shall be external with prewired electrical strip. This fan should be suitable for airstream
temperatures more than 55°C.Fan shall be designed to operate in grease laden environment. Fan blades shall
be backward curved.
4.5 Basement Smoke Extract System

The basement smoke extraction fan shall be operated as ventilation fans under normal conditions. But under
fire condition, it shall be activated automatically by the building fire alarm system to accommodate the
emergency condition. In addition, a remote manual start-stop switch shall be located at fire command center.
Visual indication of the operation status of the smoke purging system shall also be provided with this remote
control.
Ensure that following a loss of power supply, all equipment and systems restart automatically on restoration of
power with suitable delays to ensure no overload condition on any part of the installation. Ensure that
equipment and systems do not overload electrical supplies on starting or when running.
Fans for high temperature operation shall be capable of operating effectively up to two hours at an ambient
temperature of 250 degrees Celsius. Fan motors insulation shall be Class F to BS EN 60085. Special high
temperature performance grease shall be used in the bearings to prevent early bearing failure. Shrunk-in
stators are to be doweled to prevent rotation of the stator core. Fans shall be supplied with steel or cast-iron
impeller.
4.6 Stairwell Pressurization System

Stairwell pressurization fans shall be interlocked with fire alarm panel to be activated in case of fire in any
particular zone.
The controller shall maintain the set pressure of the differential pressure controller by varying the fan speed,
through VSD. Expressive pressure shall be released through barometric pressure relief damper.
If in manual mode, fireman shall have total authority to control the fan within set limits of controller.
Fan shall automatically disable when smoke is found in the supply air stream.
Fan control panel to have BMS provision also.
Fans shall be 2hr fire rated for continuous operation at 250deg C.
4.7 Centrifugal Fans

Centrifugal fans shall be supplied and fitted generally as shown in the Specification Drawings. Unless otherwise
specified or shown in the Specification Drawings, the centrifugal fans shall be double inlet, double width type.
Fans handling more than 35,000 CMH shall be of airfoil backward curved blade type and fans handling 35,000
CMH or less may be of flat blade backward curved type. Fan wheels and housing shall be of galvanized steel or
approved equivalent. All centrifugal fans shall be belt driven unless otherwise noted on the Schedule of
Technical Requirements.
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For kitchen exhaust fan, it should be single inlet, single width type. If it is DIDW with cabinet, it should be
extended shaft with motor and drive outside the cabinet. The fan scrolls and fan cabinet are provided with
drain plug.
All v-belt drives and shafts shall be fitted with easily removable expanded and flattened steel guard of 6 mm
mesh size and mounted on 14 SWG angle steel frameworks. All guards shall have access openings to the shaft
ends to enable tachometer reading to be taken.
All belt drives shall have approved lock pulleys on both the driver and driven. Belts sets shall be matched. Belts
which have taken a permanent set through remaining idle shall be rejected. All belt speed shall not exceed 23
m/sec.
Motor speed shall be selected with fan speed as low as possible for the most efficient operation and speed shall
not exceed 1500 rpm or as noted on the Schedules of Technical Requirements. The fan selection should be
substantiated with fan selection with one size bigger and one size smaller to confirm the selection is with the
lowest fan speed and highest efficiency.
For centrifugal fan with cabinet, the construction of the cabinet is same as 5.2 Air Handling Unit, and not needed
to have cold bridge isolation.
Vibration isolators for the centrifugal fans shall be as specified in the Schedule of Vibration Isolation Equipment.
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5 AIR-CONDITION SYSTEM
5.1 Single Split Type Air Conditioners
Single Split type air conditioning system shall be of air-cooled type with remote condenser and direct expansion
type indoor units as shown in equipment schedules and on drawings.
Units shall generally be mounted at the locations shown on the drawings. Cooling capacities specified in the
drawings shall be the resultant net available capacities of the system installed. Thus, air conditioning units shall
be selected considering the required refrigerant pipe runs and vertical runs. Due to the space and performance
requirements, selection of units shall be given careful consideration.
Condensing unit and fan coil unit shall be of the same manufacture, designed to operate together. The complete
unit shall be assembled, wired and tested at the factory.
Indoor units shall be ceiling cassette, wall mounted or ceiling suspended type as specified in drawings/
schedules. Access panels shall be provided for service and maintenance. Internal surface of the casing shall be
insulated to avoid condensation. Cooling coil shall have copper tubes and aluminum fins mechanically bonded.
The coil shall be factory cleaned and leak tested. Fan shall be of forward curved type, statically and dynamically
balanced. The filters shall be washable synthetic type. Ceiling cassette type units shall have inbuilt condensate
drain pumps.
External condensers shall be factory assembled and housed in a sturdy weatherproof casing constructed form
rust-proofed material. Heat exchangers shall be constructed with copper tubes mechanically bonded to
aluminum fins. Aluminum fins shall be covered with corrosion resistive resin film. Units shall have controls to
provide proper sequence of operation of fans, compressors, time delays between starting of motors and safety
devices including high/low pressure controls, crankcase heater, compressor anti-cycling lockout timer, overload
protectors etc.
Units shall have wireless remote controller which shall have an LCD control including control of set point, mode
selection, timer setting, fan speed, timer, start/stop. Unit shall automatically restart after power failure.
For outdoor units placed on ground level, a plinth shall be provided. Fabricated metal support bracket made of
galvanized steel is acceptable for units mounted on walls. Brackets shall be designed and fabricated by the
contractor to suit the weight of the unit, location and the available spaces to fix outdoor units. Outdoor units
shall be mounted on vibration isolation pads.
Each air conditioner outdoor unit shall have a minimum ESP of 30 Pa.
5.2 Refrigerant Pipework

Pressure rating of refrigerant copper pipes’ shall be compatible with the refrigerant in use. Pipe sizing and
installation shall be carried out by the contractor as per the manufacturer’s recommendation of the offered
make for each type of air conditioner/system. All systems shall be pressure tested and charged to the pressures
recommended by the manufacturers.
All refrigerant lines shall be insulated with vapour sealed closed cell elastomeric foam type insulation to avoid
condensation. Thermal conductivity of insulation shall not be higher than 0.036 W/mK at 24 °C. Thickness shall
be not less than 19mm and shall be selected to avoid condensation and shall be black in color. Insulation
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materials shall be fiber free, non-health hazardous, nonflammable and shall have a fire index of Class 0 and
shall have an GDP of 0 complying with relevant standards.
All piping shall be laid only horizontally or vertically. Support pipe work from the building structure in a manner
to ensure no sagging of the pipe work and pipes shall be insulated with closed cell material to ensure no
condensation. All the pipe work shall be supported individually.
All pipe support elements shall be galvanized. Provide 200mm long Sheetmetal sleeves at each support point
for insulated pipe work to avoid crushing of insulation. Pipe runs shall be grouped and evenly spaced to ensure
minimum of crossovers.
Provide sleeves of the same material and cover plates for all pipework penetrations and floor penetration.
Sleeves shall project 15 mm on both sides of the penetration and caulked with suitable materials.
Jointing of lengths of preformed insulation shall not be by means of adhesive tapes which deforms the
insulation. Such joints shall be done by proper gluing of mating faces of each length using glue and method
recommended by the manufacturer.
To protect nitrile rubber insulation associated with exposed copper piping from degrading due to ultraviolet
rays & atmospheric conditions, it shall be covered with poly-shield coating. Fiberglass tape shall be helically
wrapped & applied with two coats of resin with hardener to give smooth finish. In addition to above, provide
Aluminum cladding for mechanical protection over refrigerant pipework where exposed to view internally or
externally as per manufacturer recommendations.
5.3 Condensate Drain Piping

Condensate pipes shall be of type 600 u-PVC type. Drainpipe work shall be provided with matching fittings,
traps, cleaning eyes, vents/air breaks etc. as required. A sufficient gradient shall be maintained in horizontal
pipe network to facilitate the gravity flow.
Condensate drainpipes berried shall be connected to nearest storm water pipe as shown in drawings. All
condensate drain pipes where condensation can occur shall be insulated with vapour sealed closed cell
elastomeric foam type insulation to avoid condensation. Thermal conductivity of insulation shall not be higher
than 0.036 W/mK at 24 °C. Thickness shall be not less than 13mm and shall be selected to avoid condensation
and shall be black in color.
Connections of condensate drain line to floor gully should be done coordinating with Plumbing contractor.
Exposed gully together with discharge pipe up to the stack shall be insulated to avoid the risk of condensation
with 25mm thermal insulation material as same as refrigerant pipes.
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6 DUCT WORK AND ACCESSORIES

6.1 General
The Sub-Contractor shall supply and install the range of galvanized sheet ductwork generally as shown in the
Specification Drawings, where duct dimensions shown are clear internal sizes; where ducts are internally
insulated, the insulation thickness shall be added to the duct dimensions. Ductwork for kitchen exhaust systems
shall comply with the appropriate clauses in the Specification and/or details as shown in the Specification
Drawings.
All ductwork and fittings shall be constructed in accordance with practice recommended in the current editions
of relevant Manuals, Standards and Guides by the SHEET METAL AND AIR- CONDITIONING CONTRACTORS
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, INCORPORATED (U.S.A.) (SMACNA) unless otherwise specified in the section of the
Specification and Drawings. Constructional tolerances shall be within +/- 3 mm for ductwork and +/- 1.5 mm
for matching joints. Ductwork shall be free from buckles or waves and shall be neat and accurate. Full size
standard galvanized iron sheet shall be used, and any patches, made up on second hand sheets will be rejected.
The degree of zinc coating on sheet steel shall be in accordance with BS EN10142:1991 and the minimum
thickness is to Z 220. Ductwork shall be cross-broken or provided with steel angles bracing for additional
stiffness to prevent sagging, drumming or vibration of ductwork.
All fixing of duct hangers, supports and brackets to building structure shall be by means of approved metal
expansion anchor. Suitable receiving holes shall be cut by approved rotary- percussion electric drills to give true
and accurate drilling.
Dimensions of ductwork refer to the sides of rectangular ducts or the diameters of circular ducts where
applicable.
6.2 Low Pressure Ducts
6.2.1 Rectangular Ducts

For low pressure rectangular ducts where air mean velocities are less than 10 m/s and static pressure in duct
does not exceed 5 mbar, such ducts shall be constructed of galvanized sheet steel in accordance with the table
below, unless otherwise indicated in the Specification Drawings.
Where drive slip joints are required for use in conjunction with bar slip joints, 25 x 25 x 3 reinforcing angle shall
be provided adjacent to the drive slip if the side exceeds 450 mm.
Reinforcing angle size &

Dimension of longest Sheet steel Type of Transverse Joint Maximum spacing between
side of duct (mm) Gauge (B.G.) Longitudinal transverse joints and/or
intermediate reinforcing
Up to 300 26 (0.498mm) Drive slip or Hemmed S-Slip -
301 to 450 24 (0.629mm) Drive slip or Hemmed S-Slip -
25 x 25 x 3 angle flanged
25 x 25 x 3 angle @
451 to 750 24 (0.629mm) connection all sides or Bar Slip
1200 centres
(40mm ht)
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Reinforcing angle size &

Dimension of longest Sheet steel Type of Transverse Joint Maximum spacing between
side of duct (mm) Gauge (B.G.) Longitudinal transverse joints and/or
intermediate reinforcing
25 x 25 x 3 angle @ 1200
centres
(40mm ht)
40 x 40 x 3 angle @ 1200
centres
(40mm ht)
40 x 40 x 3 angle flanged 40 x 40 x 3 angle @ 1200
1201 to 1500 20 (0.996mm)
connection all sides centres
40 x 40 x 3 angle flanged 40 x 40 x 3 angle @ 600
1501 to 2100 20 (0.996mm)
connection all sides centres
2101 to 2400 18 (1.257mm) 40 x 40 x 5 angle @ 600 centres
connection all sides
Over 2400 18 (1.257mm) 50 x 50 x 6 angle @ 600 centres
connection all sides
Transverse joints shall be provided at intervals not exceeding 2400 mm for duct dimensions up to 750 mm and
not exceeding 1200 mm for duct dimensions above 750 mm. The “duct dimension” column refers to the
maximum dimension of the duct i.e. either top, bottom or side or diameter if circular.
All rectangular ducts shall be cross-broken. Cross-breaking shall be between joints.
6.3 Joints
Transverse joints for rectangular ductwork shall be as described in Clause D.2 and illustrated in the standard
drawings attached.
Thickness of metal for drive slips, hemmed S-Slips, and bar slips shall not be thinner than the metal used for
the ductwork.
For angle-flanged connections and reinforcing angles, the angles shall be riveted to ducts at intervals not
exceeding 100. Angle flanged connection shall be fitted with 3 mm thick neoprene gaskets and bolted at
intervals not exceeding 150 mm. All angles shall be of standard steel section, cleaned and prime coated before
installation. All angle flanges for each section of duct shall be welded at corners to provide true 90 degree
corners.
All corners of transverse joints shall be properly closed and sealed. Drive slips shall extend approximately 200
mm and hammered over the other slip to seal the corner. For angle flanged connection, gaps at corners shall
be sealed by means of neoprene gaskets with tongue and groove overlap.
Transverse joints shall be used between ducts and all fixed points (i.e. grilles, bends and branches).
Longitudinal joints of ductwork shall be made at corners with “Pittsburgh” seams.
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Pop rivets and screws will not be permitted for use on ducts, No free or cut edges of ductwork shall appear
within ducts, and where seams or joints protrude into the duct air stream, they shall be arranged in the direction
of air flow.
No ductwork joints, bends or other fittings will be permitted within the thickness of the wall, floor or ceiling
structure.
6.4 Duct Supports

All ductwork shall be supported by purpose made hangers, supports and cantilever brackets at centers not
exceeding 2 meters to prevent sagging and vibration.
Generally, all horizontal ducts shall be supported by trapeze hangers with angle supports and GI sheet load
spreader for insulated duct and steel rod hangers in accordance with the table below:
Dimension of Longest Steel Rod Spacing

Angle Support
Side of Duct (mm) Hangers (mm) (mm)
25 x 25 x 18 B.G. (1.257mm)
Up to 450 6 3000
galvanized sheet steel angle- hemmed
451 to 750 25 x 25 x 3 angle iron 8 3000
751 to 1500 40 x 40 x 3 angle iron 10 2500
1501 to 2400 50 x 50 x 6 angle iron 10 2500
Over 2400 50 x 50 x 6 angle iron 12 2500
Steel rod hangers shall be threaded at one end to enable adjustment of level of duct for minimum 40 mm; at
the other end, the steel rod may be welded to a 50 x 50 x 6 angle iron piece for fixing to concrete ceiling.
Vertical ducts shall be rigidly supported by angle iron brackets securely fixed to walls or at floor levels, and at
centers not exceeding 3600 mm. Details of brackets and method of support shall be submitted to the S.O for
review.
All angle iron and steel rods shall be cleaned, prime coated and painted.
6.5 Bends, Offsets and Transformation

Construction shall be as per SMACNA.
On all bends and offsets, the inside radii shall not be less than the width of duct unless otherwise shown. Where
right angled bends are used, double thickness turning vanes shall be incorporated as shown in the standard
drawings attached. Single thickness vanes shall be fitted for ductwork as necessary; the leading edge of the
vanes shall be turned over with internal wire or small diameter rod bending.
All branches shall be fitted with folded metal splitter dampers fixed in position with quadrant and clamp. Details
of branch take offs are shown in standard drawings attached. For final branch take off to an outlet, straight tap
in will be permitted as shown in standard drawing attached; for outlets located less than 300 mm from the
takeoff, stream splitter damper shall be installed as shown in standard drawing attached.
Changes in section of ductwork shall be effected by tapering the ducts with a slope not greater than 1 in 4 but
preferably, 1 in 7 slope or less.
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6.6 Fire Rated Ductwork

All ductwork where required or as indicated in the Specification Drawings to be fire rated shall unless stated
otherwise, be constructed to give a minimum of 2 hours fire rating internally and externally. All fire rated
ductwork shall be to the approval of the Local Authorities, and must meet all the criteria for stability, integrity
and insulation as called for under B.S. 476.
Sheet metal ductwork shall be constructed of not less than the gauge specified in clause D.2. The Sub-
Contractor’s Professional Engineer is to certify that the materials and installation of the fire rated ducts are in
compliance with local Authority’s requirements.
The fire rated ductwork shall be directly connected to the fans with fire rated flexible connections. All fire rated
ductwork shall be installed at the highest level above other ductwork and services. All fire rated enclosures
where required or as indicated in the Specification Drawings shall also comply with the above Specification and
requirements.
6.7 Sleeves
Where ducts pass through walls or partitions, suitable galvanized sheet steel sleeves of a gauge not less than
the duct concerned shall be located into place by the Sub-Contractor in liaison with building works. These
sleeves shall be of lengths to suit the finished wall thickness and in the case of plastered and/or rendered walls
should not protrude more than 3 mm over the finished wall surface. In the case of insulated ductwork the
sleeves shall be over sized to allow the insulation and vapor sealing to be continuous through them.
Where ducts penetrate walls of plant rooms/fan rooms or penetrate floors, the insulation (if external) shall be
sheathed with 16 B.G. galvanized sheet steel. The space between the duct sleeve and duct/sheath shall be
tightly packed with suitable fiberglass or mineral wool insulation and sealed at both ends with approved non
hardening resilient sealant.
6.8 Flexible Connections

Flexible connections shall be provided on the suction and discharge connections to each fan as may be
necessary throughout the Building.
Flexible connections shall not be less than 150 mm in length and shall be made of glass fabric material which shall be
noncombustible when tested in accordance with methods specified under B.S. 476, Part 6, 1981 “Fire Propagation
Test for Materials”.
Glass fabric material shall be coated with neoprene or other fire retardant material on one side of the surfaces.
Flexible connections shall have heat resistance which shall withstand 148 degrees Celsius for short periods and 93
degrees Celsius continuously.
The flexible connections shall provide 150 mm clearance between fan or equipment connections to ductwork. The
method of connection shall permit renewal of the flexible connection without dismantling the ductwork.
Fire rated flexible connections shall be used for connection between ductwork and stairwell pressurization or smoke
stop lobby ventilation fans.
6.9 Welding
Welding of galvanized steel ductwork may be carried out where approved by the S.O in writing. The affected
areas shall be wire brushed, cleaned and painted with cold galvanizing paint.
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6.10 Access Doors

The Sub-Contractor shall provide access doors with approved neoprene gaskets on all ductwork connections,
both upstream and downstream of coils, heaters, and humidifiers and upstream of fans, filters, fire dampers,
etc. for inspection, cleaning and maintenance purpose. The access doors shall measure at least 600 mm (length)
x 450 mm (width); for smaller ducts, the width dimensions may be reduced to the width or depth of duct.
Access doors shall be hinged and fitted with sash locks, and constructed in accordance with
SMACNA recommendations. For insulated ducts, the access doors shall be insulated and sheathed with 26 B.G.
galvanized sheet steel. Access doors shall be constructed of 18 B.G. galvanized sheet steel suitably braced.
Opening in ducts shall be stiffened by galvanized sheet steel frame riveted to the duct; gauge thickness of the
frame shall be same as the duct.
6.11 Duct Test Hole - Low Pressure Ductwork

Duct test holes with proprietary made test plug with screw cap shall be provided as shown in the Specification
Drawings and on the discharge duct of each fan and each major branch duct handling over 10% of the total air
to enable Pitot tube or volumeter readings to be taken.
The test plug shall be welded to a plate fixed to the side of the ducts or other convenient positions and fitted
with plugs. This arrangement shall not project into the air stream and internally insulated ductwork shall have
the insulation locally removed sufficient only to allow passage of robes.
Test holes shall be located at a point of minimum turbulence and the number and spacing shall be in accordance
with B.S. 848.
6.12 Sealants
Where required, joints and seams shall be made airtight by use of sealants. Liquid sealants shall not be used
except on the flexible ductwork. Mastic sealant where required, shall be applied where possible, by a pressure
gun to the inside of the assembled joint. Oil based caulking and glazing compounds shall not be used.
6.13 Fire Dampers

Fire dampers shall be supplied and fitted where shown in the Specification Drawings within the thickness of the
various fire break walls, partitions and floor slabs. The fire dampers shall comply in all respects with the
requirements of the local Authorities and shall not have less than the fire rating of the wall, floor, slab or
partitions in which they are located; unless otherwise indicated in the Specification Drawings, fire dampers shall
be rated for not less than 2-hour fire rating. Fire dampers shall be certified by approved Laboratory or Authority
acceptable to the local Authorities. General guide for construction and installation of fire dampers shall be as
provided in the “Fire Damper Guide for Air Handling Systems” published by Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning
Contractors’ National Association, Inc. (U.S.A.). Damper blades shall have self-aligning sintered bearings
pivoting on stainless steel shaft. The fire damper shall complete with installation frame for mortar cast in
construction (not dry wall construction).
Fire dampers shall be of the curtain or multi blade type except for ducts less than 350 mm (height) where
curtain or single blade type may be used. The fire damper shall complete with installation frame for mortar cast
in construction (not dry wall construction).
Fusible links (70 degrees Celsius) and spring catch shall be arranged at same side as the access door.
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Fire dampers shall not be used for volume control. No welding to any part of fire dampers shall be allowed.
The Sub-Contractor must maintain and continually update a Schedule of Installed Fire Dampers listing the
following information:
❖ Make:
❖ Size:
❖ Serial No:
❖ Issue of Fire Damper Labels:
❖ Job No:
❖ Location of Installation:
This Schedule is to be submitted to the S.O at regular intervals of not less than 3 months. The final updated
Schedule, together with all Records of Issue of Fire Damper Labels, must be submitted to the S.O not less than
3 1/2 months before Date of Practical Completion.
6.14 Dampers
Supply and install dampers as shown in the Specification Drawings, as covered in Clause D.5 and as may be
necessary. Constructional details of dampers shall be as shown in the standard drawings attached and generally
in accordance with SMACNA recommendations.
Volume control dampers shall be of the opposed blade multi leaf type except for ducts less than 300 mm in
height where single leaf dampers may be used. Dampers shall be constructed of 16
B.G. galvanized sheet steel blades mounted on solid steel bar spindles not less than 10 mm diameter, and fitted
with bronze bushes or ball bearings. Splitter dampers shall be of double thickness type constructed of 18 B.G.
galvanized sheet steel.
Motor operated dampers shall have suitable connecting rod and base plate for mounting the damper motor.
Motor operated dampers in the “close” position shall not permit air leakage in excess of 2% of the design air
quantity.
Non return/relief dampers shall be of the multi leaf constructed of 22 B.G. aluminum with suitable aluminum
spindles and linkage rods. Non return dampers shall be provided as shown in the Specification Drawings and
also in ducts on suction sides of multiple fan installations; fan shall be selected to account for resistance across
the dampers.
All volume control dampers (i.e. single leaf, multi leaf opposed blade or splitter dampers) shall be fitted with
external levers complete with quadrant arm and clamping device for locking in position and clearly marked with
graduated scale “Open” to “Shut”.
6.15 External Louvers and Insect Screen

Unless otherwise shown in the Specification Drawings, all external louvres for air intake and air exhaust shall
be supplied and fixed to S.O’s details. The Sub-Contractor shall also provide and fix non-corrodible insect
screens behind all such louvres. The screens shall be of suitable mesh and fixed in such manner so as to facilitate
easy removal for periodic cleaning.
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6.16 Air terminals

Material shall be of aluminum construction minimum 18 gauge and complete with matte finish paint coated
with finishing color as approved by ID. Interior surfaces shall be lined with 12 mm thickness minimum coated
fiberglass or scrimped mineral wool. The exterior surfaces shall be suitably prime etched to prevent rusting.
All diffusers, registers and grilles shall be designed to account for the noise levels as specified elsewhere in this
Specification. The performance is type tested to ASHRAE standard 70 or equivalent with test report.
Ceiling diffusers shall be of 4 way, 3 way or 2 way blow type as shown in the Specification Drawings. The
diffusers shall be of square or rectangular type designed for overlap ceiling installation, moderately stepped
down inner cores and designed to minimize smudging. Centre cores shall be removable. Deflector vanes shall
be spaced at approximately 35 mm centers, measured horizontally. Duct rings shall be provided so that
concealed screws may be used for right adjustment of margins to ceiling. At each outlet position, provide a rigid
duct support.
Side discharge registers shall be of the rectangular or square type with adjustable vertical and horizontal face
bars. For guestroom, the side discharge double deflection register is with horizontal face bars at the front and
vertical face bar at the back. The vertical reinforcement of the register or grille shall be non-noticeable.
Registers and grilles shall be fixed using concealed screws to the S.O’s satisfaction.
Air velocities at neck of ceiling diffusers shall not exceed 2.5 m/s unless otherwise shown. Air velocities across
face of return air grilles or exhaust grilles shall not exceed 3.0 m/s.
Opposed blade volume control dampers with matte black paint finish shall be fitted to all diffusers, registers
and grilles except for return air grilles or exhaust grilles which are not directly connected to any ductwork. The
dampers shall be operated by ‘Allen’ key from the front of the diffuser, register or grille. For diffusers and
registers, the dampers shall be installed with blades perpendicular to the air flow wherever possible.
Where flexible ductwork connections are shown on the drawing each diffuser shall be provided with a round
to square tapered transition. Volume control shall be achieved by a butterfly damper located in the flexible
duct spigot on the plenum box of the grille and shall be accessible at the supply air outlet.
All diffusers and registers shall be provided with suitable nonflammable gaskets at flanges. Generally, diffusers,
registers and grilles shall be manufactured of minimum 20 B.G. aluminum with baked enamel finishes.
Where grilles/diffusers are used in conjunction with the VAV boxes, these shall be supplied by specialist
grille/diffuser manufacturer. Such grilles/diffusers shall be capable of operating at reduced air volume down to
50% of the designed air quantity without air dumping. Selection of such grilles shall be submitted to the S.O for
review before commencement of manufacture or order.
Supply air outlets shall have sound power levels sufficiently low such that the noise levels specified for the
various spaces/areas are complied with double deflection supply air grille with front blade horizontal shall be
provided for guest room. Filter at return air grille, louvre: For return air bar grille with filter, the core should be
dismountable with filter clip fixed to the core. For return air louvre with filter, it shall be hinge type with
dismountable louvre and the filter is clip fixed to the louvre.
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6.17 Cleaning of Ductwork

For installed lengths of vertical and horizontal ducts, properly fitted sheet metal covers shall be provided on all
open ends at all times to prevent ingress of rubbish, waste, etc.
Internally insulated vertical and horizontal ductwork shall be protected with a layer of heavy gauge polythene
at all the open ends before fitting of the sheet metal cover so as to prevent ingress of moisture to the insulation.
All ductwork shall be thoroughly cleaned during installation and fans shall be operated as soon as practicable
to clear the ducts. Dirt and dust shall not be discharged from diffusers and grilles.
6.18 Ductwork for Kitchen Exhaust System

Ductwork shall be of minimum 16 B.G. (1.58mm) black steel sheet and all seams and joints shall have liquid
tight continuous external welds. Ductwork shall be of fully sealed construction with welded angle iron flanges
and use full faced gaskets. Gaskets and duct shall be non-porous, impervious to grease and cooking oil and
capable of withstanding the high temperature experienced in kitchen extract systems as per DW172. All interior
surfaces of the ductwork shall be accessible for cleaning and inspection purposes. Access holes of 300 mm x
450 mm for inspection and cleaning shall be provided at intervals not greater than 3 m along each run of ducting
and at each change in direction of the ducting. The panels shall be of at least the same thickness material as
the ductwork, be grease tight using a heat-proof gasket and contain minimum projections into the duct as per
DW172. Plugged drain point shall be provided at the lower point of each run of ducting. Flexible connection
shall be oil resistant. Each duct section should be leak tested with water at floor level prior to installation.
6.19 Flexible Ducting

Flexible ducting shall be supplied and fitted where shown in the Specification Drawings. The length of the
flexible duct <= 2m with a minimum diameter 250mm.
Flexible ducting shall be of the acoustic type with the equivalent of 25 mm thickness fiberglass of density 32
kg/cu m. A relatively smooth internal finish is preferred.
Flexible ducting shall be continuous between connections and shall be capable of bending, twisting, stretching
under installation conditions, without denting or cracking. Flexible duct diameter should not be less than
200mm with a maximum length of each section shall not exceed 1.0m to minimize pressure drop.
Ductwork shall be suitable for the air pressure involved. Flexible ducting shall be constructed such that it
complies with the requirements for Class ‘O’ surface, when tested in accordance to BS 476: Part 6 and 7. Ducting
shall be approved by Local requirement and acceptable to the S.O. Sub-Contractor shall submit sample of
flexible ducting for S.O’s review prior to commencement of work.
Flexible ducting shall be fixed to the sheet metal duct and diffusers by means of an approved self-locking worm
drive stainless steel clips. Each joint shall be taped with 50 mm self-adhesive and fire resisting tape to ensure
complete airtight joint.
6.20 Protection of Finishes

All polished or chromium plated iron or steel works shall have at least 1 coat of protective finish at the
manufacturer’s works and the Sub-Contractor shall maintain this preservative until the work is finally painted
or put into use.
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6.21 Painting and Protection

The following items shall be painted to colors approved by project consultants:
❖ Ductwork, sleeves and sheet metal casings

❖ Diffusers and grilles
❖ Pipe and duct insulation
❖ Electrical conduits, electrical trunking and cable trays
❖ Unprotected metal work
❖ Screw heads and means of fixing
❖ Suppliers items
❖ Galvanized steel
❖ Special applications
Before any painting is carried out the Sub-Contractor shall ensure that the surface to be painted is clean, free
of grease and rust as recommended by the paint manufacturers. If necessary, degreasing and de rusting shall
be carried out.
Each coat of paint shall be applied by brush and when thoroughly dry, smoothed with suitable abrasive paper
or cloth before the next coat is applied.
No painting or drying should be carried out in direct sunlight and due care shall be taken during dusty or wet
conditions.
Should any corrosion, or signs of faulty painting workmanship become apparent during the Maintenance Period
the Sub-Contractor will be required to remove the defective paint work or component part at his own cost and
retreat and/or repaint it as directed and to the satisfaction of the consultant.
Painting shall be carried out as follows:
a) All unlagged ductwork and internally insulated ductwork and associated metal casings, sleeve boxes,
etc. which are exposed to view shall be painted as follows:
i. Primer Coat
ii. Top Coats hard gloss finish paint
b) All diffusers, registers and grilles of aluminum construction are to be delivered to site with a baked on
paint finish. Painting shall consist of at least 1 primer coat, 1 undercoat and 2 finish. Furthermore, all
duct internal surfaces behind diffusers and grilles shall be painted matt black.
All pipe and duct insulation in the plant room and where exposed to view shall be painted as detailed under
(a).
c) All electrical conduits, electrical trunkings and cable trays shall be painted with 2 finishing coats to
orange color or any other colors as may be instructed by the contractor.
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d) All unprotected concealed metal work shall be painted 2 coats of bituminous paint, care shall be taken
in the choice of this paint in regard to its melting point and adhesive properties.
e) All screw heads, wingnut and other means of fixing shall be painted at the time of installation and re
finished after the final testing and commissioning is complete.
f) All manufactured items that are delivered in a painted condition, whether under or finish coated, shall
be prepared as mentioned above and re painted. Special care shall be taken with the painting of the
underside of pumps, bases, etc. A layer of bituminous material or roofing felt shall be laid on the base
before the item is installed and then trimmed to size.
g) All cut ends of galvanized steel or sheet metal work shall be prepared as specified herein and painted
with 2 coats of zinc chromate paint.
h) All items that are considered liable to oil or grease splashes shall be finished painted using 2 coats of
appropriate oil proof paint.
All items subject to corrosive air or other hazardous conditions shall be specially treated and painted with
suitable anti corrosive paint as recommended by the manufacturers.
Schedule of Colors
B.S. 381C B.S. 2260

Colour No Colour No
Insulated and uninsulated ductwork and fittings Manila 367 3-040
Post Office
Refrigerant Discharge Lines 538 0-006
Red
Refrigerant Suction Lines ‘Dark’ Green - 6-073
Refrigerant Liquid Lines Black - -
Condensate Drain Lines Black - -
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7 ELECTRICAL DETAILS
7.1 Control Panels and Components
The Sub-Contractor shall supply and install electrical equipment and services necessary for efficient, safe and
satisfactory operation of the plants and systems detailed elsewhere in this Specification including inter-alia:
❖ All motors, starters, circuit breakers and/or isolating switches and fuse switches.
❖ All control panels complete with circuit breakers, molded case circuit breakers (MCCB), fuse switches,
selector switches, remote push buttons indicators lights, relays anti condensation cubicle heaters etc.
❖ All control equipment, control cabling and associated conduit work.
❖ Conduits, cable trays, cabling and control wiring between the control panels, alarm panels, and the
various items of equipment.
The whole of the Works shall be carried out in accordance with these Specification, the Specification Drawings
and to the satisfaction of the consultant.
For all electrical equipment and services including motors, starters, control panels, components, wiring
accessories within painting rooms/booth, film projection rooms, car parks ventilation fans rooms, battery room
as well as within the air stream of ventilation fans for kitchen exhaust, painting room/booth or car parking shall
be of the flame proof type to comply with B.S. 5000 Part 17 and the requirements of the Local Authorities.
7.2 BMS In MVAC Systems

BMS supplier shall follow MVAC requirements specified therein and incorporate same into the BMS System.
7.3 Control Panels
7.3.1 General
All control panels shall be designed and constructed in accordance with B.S. 5486: Part 1 and shall be self-
contained, extensible, floor standing, metal clad, flush fronted, cubicle type for front and/or rear access built
up from completely enclosed units housing circuit breakers, molded case circuit breakers, fuse switches, motor
starters, copper busbars, switches, indicating lamps, meters, anti-condensation cubicle heaters, cable glands,
relays and all other necessary items of equipment whether specified hereinafter or not suitable for indoor
service in the environment conditions as specified elsewhere in this Specification.
The design of the control panels shall take into account of the significant dust pollution prevalent in the local
environment. Control panels where installed outside M&E Plant room shall be of vandal proof design to prevent
unauthorized tampering with the control switches, indicating lights, etc.
a) Rating
The control panels shall be type-tested assemblies in compliance with BS EN 61439 and capable as a whole of
withstanding without damage the electrical, mechanical and thermal stresses produced under short circuit
conditions equivalent to 43kA or other rupturing capacity as stated in the Specification Drawings at 400V for 3
seconds in accordance with B.S. 5486 Part I. However, control panels of the lower rupturing capacities
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compatible with the prospective fault levels at the points of application may be considered if calculations and
details could be submitted to substantiate the lower fault levels at the control panels concerned.
Type Test Certificate issued by National or International Testing Authorities shall be produced if called upon.
b) Degree of Protection
The degree of protection for the control panels shall be IP 31 in compliance with IEC 529.
Ventilating openings and vent outlets shall be so arranged and shielded to achieve the same degree of
protection as that specified. Such openings shall be of suitable mechanical strength.
Openings in cable entries, cover plates, etc. shall be designed such that when cables are properly installed, the
degree of protection shall be maintained.
Non-deteriorable rubber gaskets shall be provided between the metal panels and on the covers, etc. to provide
the specified degree as protection.
c) Design and Construction
Each cubicle framework shall be fabricated from rolled steel angel sections and shall be self- supporting when
assembled and of standard size, uniform in height and depth. The cubicle roof, side panels and doors shall be
of not less than 2mm thick electro-zinc plates and passivated sheet steel with turned edges to the front panels
and so framed as to provide a clean, flush and pleasing appearance and rigid construction without welded cross-
struts. Where necessary, the cubicle shall be strengthened by horizontal and vertical folded channels and
corner gussets.
The internal barriers or partitions shall be so provided such that the busbars are separated from the functional
units and the functional units are separated from one another including their outgoing terminals i.e. in
conformance with FORM 3 arrangement of Appendix D of B.S. 5486: Part 1.
Full access shall be provided to control equipment inside cubicle by means of suitable hinged doors secured
with adequate number of locks. The opening or withdrawal of the doors shall necessitate the use of a key or
tool. For all circuit breakers, molded case circuit breakers and/or fuse switches, the doors shall be mechanically
interlocked to prevent any door being opened with the fuse switch molded case circuit breaker in the ‘ON’
position. The exterior of the cubicles shall be finished semi-gloss grey to any external fixing bolts or set screws
similarly finished except those steel parts normally left bright which shall be cadmium plated and operating
parts finished semi-gloss black.
The interior of each cubicle shall be finished matt white and shall be insect and vermin proof. The interior of
each piece of equipment shall be clearly marked to show the phases with either coloured plastic sleeving for
identification in accordance with B.S. 5559. Plastic tape will not be permitted.
Proper steel mounting frame & other steel support shall be provided where required.
All the control panels shall be factory assembled & tested before delivery to site in sections of suitable sizes for
installation.
d) Busbars and Secondary Wiring
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Busbar makings and arrangements, connections and grade of copper shall all comply as appropriate with B.S.
159, 1433 and 1977.
The control panels shall be so arranged that the main busbars run horizontally through each sectioned length
in a ventilated separate compartment. The busbars shall be of adequate cross-sectional area to meet the type
test requirements, temperature rise limits as set out in Table III of B.S. 5486: Part 1 and to give the current
ratings as shown on the Specification Drawings after allowing for all necessary derating factors. The main
busbars shall comprise of four rectangular section bars of equal cross sectional areas (i.e. full size neutral)
fabricated from hard drawn high conductivity copper, electro-tinned for the entire length, rigidly mounted on
proprietary made non-hygroscopic insulators with connections from the busbars to the molded case circuit
breakers, fuse switches and switches effected by means of copper bars or rods securely clamped to the bars
and identified by means of colored plastic sleeving or proper painting to indicate the phase colors.
Secondary busbars where approved by Local Electricity Department for used in the control panels shall be HDHC
copper similar to the main bars. Copper connections shall be provided from busbars to the distribution
equipment and when required, from distribution equipment to the cable terminations. Connections shall be so
arranged that they do not impede access to cable entries connecting surface shall be tinned; however, for the
lower rated circuits of 100 amp below, PVC/PVC single core cables may be permitted for connections provided
the cables are of adequate cross-sectional area to withstand the prospective fault level. Insulated conductors
shall not rest against bare live parts at different potentials or sharp edges and shall be adequately supported.
PVC/PVC cable connections where permitted shall be identified with color PVC sleeving.
All secondary wiring shall be of 600 volt grade PVC cables with multi-strand copper conductor of not less than
2.5 sq section and shall be fixed securely without strain by cleats of the compression type. Multiple runs of
wiring shall be bundled with cable ties and enclosed in proprietary made PVC slot cable trunkings specially
designed for installation within the control panels. For the purpose of identification, different insulant colors
shall be provided to distinguish the circuits shall terminate at separate functions and the circuits shall terminate
at separate terminal blocks placed in an easily accessible position for testing at site, with coded ferrules on both
ends of each conductor.
No connectors or soldered joints shall be permitted in the wiring. Wiring shall be formed in a neat and
systematic manner, with cables supported clear of panels and without crossovers. Bushes shall be provided as
necessary to prevent chafing of cables. All wiring to instruments/equipment mounted on the hinged doors shall
be run in flexible PVC conduit which are securely fixed and enclosed at both ends.
e) Cable Arrangement
Control panels shall be located over the floor on channels and shall be designed for cables entering and leaving
the control panels vertically from above or below as appropriate.
Cable terminations shall be mounted adjacent to the associated circuit breakers and other associated
equipment. The bottom and top sheets of the cubicle shall be sectionalized but vermin proof for bottom and
top entry cables respectively. Entry plates shall be provided for top entry cables. Where necessary, cables shall
be supported in a folded channel with cable clamps. Cubicles shall be arranged to accommodate entries of all
type of cables and gland plates.
The terminations of the main incoming feeders shall be compartmentalized to Local Authority’s requirements.
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f) Control Panels Arrangement
The Sub-Contractor shall provide the proposed control panels layout drawings for the consultant’s review
before fabrication of assemblies. Control Panels shall be arranged to suit the spaces available.
g) Earthing
A suitable earthing terminal shall be provided on the frame of each section of the switchboard for connection
to earth.
An electro-tinned HDHC copper earth bar to be extended to the entire length of the Control Panels shall be
provided in each control gear for earthing of all outgoing circuits and equipment frames.
h) Anti-Condensation Heaters
The control panels shall be fitted with heating devices suitable for operating at 230 volt A.C. single phase of
sufficient capacity to raise the internal ambient temperature by 5 degrees Celsius. The electrical apparatus so
protected shall be so designed that the maximum permitted rise in temperature is not exceeded if the heaters
are energized while the apparatus is in operation.
Heater ‘ON’ indicating lamps shall be provided and they shall be wired to give true indication at all times.
A suitable terminal box and control switch shall be provided and mounted in an accessible position for each
control panel.
i) Labels
All cubicle doors shall be appropriately labelled to indicate the service. Labels shall also be provided to identify
all items of equipment, circuits, cables and where applicable current rating of fuses and setting of relays. Labels
on the exterior of equipment shall be clear Perspex, reverse engraved filled flush with black (or red as suitable)
filling and the back painted the same color as the equipment. Labels shall be attached by means of machine
screws and nuts or machines screws driven into drilled and tapped holes.
7.3.2 Alarm Panel

Alarm panels shall be self-contained, flush mounted, metal clad, cubicle type with flushed hinged doors for
front access. Doors shall be provided with car type lockable handles. Alarm panels shall generally be
constructed, fitted and tested in accordance with the control panels.
Alarm panels for outdoor installation shall be weatherproof and the degree of protection shall be IP65.
Alarm panels where installed in public areas (such as car parks, corridors, lobbies etc.) shall be of vandal proof
design to prevent unauthorized tampering with the control switches, indicating lights, etc.
7.3.3 Subsidiary Control Panel (SCP)

Subsidiary control panels (SCPs) shall be similar in construction to “Control Panels” as specified elsewhere in
this Specification. SCPs shall be self-contained, wall mounting or floor mounting, metal clad, cubicle type with
flush hinged doors for front access. Doors shall be provided with car type lockable handles. The panels shall be
fabricated from 14/16 SWG sheet steel.
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The construction of the SCP for multi-starters shall conform to Form 3 arrangement in accordance with B.S.
5486: Part 1.
SCP for outdoor installation shall be weatherproof and the degree of protection shall be IP 65. Control panels
where installed in public areas (such as car parks, corridors, lobbies etc.) shall be of vandal proof design to
prevent unauthorized tampering with the control switches, indicating lights, etc.
7.3.4 Main Circuit Breakers

Unless otherwise shown, the main circuit breakers shall be the air break type, triple of four pole A.S.T.A. or
K.E.M.A. certified for a fault rating of not less than 50KA at 500 volt with a short time rating of 3 seconds
generally in accordance with the requirements specified in B.S. 4752 for circuit breakers.
The unit shall be spring charges, manually closed with ratings and instrumentation as specified and of the
horizontal draw-out isolation type so arranged that it may be completely isolated from the control panel except
that secondary circuits shall not be broken with the circuit breaker in the ‘isolated’ position in order to permit
test tripping or closing.
Closing mechanism shall be of the toggle action trip free type and incorporate mechanical ‘ON’/‘OFF’ and
‘ISOLATED’/ ‘PLUGGED’ indicators mechanically and positively coupled to the operating mechanism and
mechanically interlocked to prevent:
❖ Withdrawal or plugging of the circuit breaker in the closed position.

❖ Closure unless either fully plugged or fully isolated.
❖ Opening of cubicle door unless breaker is isolated.
❖ Plugging until the cubicle door has been closed and locked.
Contacts shall be adequately rated to ensure that they can carry continuously full rated current within the
manufacturer’s recommended temperature rise limits in the degree of protection specified and without
damage or deterioration and shall be individually spring loaded, hard silver plated, of the magnetically ‘blown
out’ type so arranged that electro-magnetic forces arising under short circuit conditions do not tend to produce
contact pressure. Auxiliary arcing contacts shall be provided with renewable arc resisting alloy tips arranged to
close before and open after the main contacts. Units shall be complete with primary and secondary isolating
plugs and sockets, bolted type neutral link with provision of links for both transformer neutral earthing and
connection, fixed busbar and feeder isolating contacts, screening shutters actuated automatically with the
circuit breaker isolated and withdrawn and capable of padlocking in the screened position, arc chutes with
baffle and splinter plates and efficient electro-magnetic arc control effective at all values of load current,
including very low values, and magnetic blow out contactor, 230 volts A.C. shunt trip coil energized through
relay contacts, auxiliary switches/relays/contacts for all necessary electrical interlocks including those
associated with standby generators, remote indication of ‘ON’, ‘OFF’, ‘FAULT’ status, etc; four (4) spare auxiliary
contacts, independently adjustable for N/O or N/C shall also be provided for each circuit breaker. “Close” and
“Trip” push buttons and red and green indicating lamps shall also be provided.
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7.3.5 Fuse Switches

Fuse switches shall comply with B.S. 5419 and shall have ratings of not less than those shown on the Drawings.
They shall be triple-pole with neutral link or single-pole and neutral link as required, capable of carrying
continuously their rated current without over-heating or damage.
Fuse switches shall be heavy duty, double air break, quick make and break pattern with fuse cartridges bolted
on to the moving contacts complete with phase barriers, fully shrouded contacts, hard silver plated switch
contacts, mechanical interlocks to prevent switch covers being opened with the switch closed and switch
closure with the cover open.
In addition, positively driven switch position indicators, which can be seen clearly through windows shall be
provided in the front cover of each unit.
Switch handles shall be either of the front operated removable type, in which event, a full complement of
handles shall be provided or means shall be provided for locking switches in the ‘OFF’ position by means of
fixed integral cylinder type door locks in which event a full complement of keys shall be provided (two keys for
each lock).
Switches shall be provided with adequate accelerating springs and a toggle action to ensure positive ON/OFF
switching action independent of the operator so that they will close fully on fault and remain closed under this
condition.
All fuses shall be of the H.R.C. type. Fuse bases and carriers shall be of the unbreakable type, and shall be
arranged for safe and easy replacement of fuses. All live connections including fuse base contacts, shall be
efficiently shrouded. The fuse fitted in a circuit shall be of such a rating as to give maximum protection to the
apparatus it supplies.
Fuse links shall be of high rupturing capacity type category 440/AC 4 Class “Q1” to B.S. 88. Fuse links in a motor
circuit shall provide short circuit protection and must be selected to withstand the starting current of the motor
and to carry the normal full load current continuously without deterioration.
7.3.6 Molded Case Circuit Breakers

Molded case circuit breakers shall comply fully with B.S. 4752: Part 1 and the case shall be of molded insulating
material of good mechanical strength and non-tracking properties. The tripping mechanism shall be calibrated
in compliance with British Standards at the factory and the breaker shall be sealed to prevent tampering.
Molded case circuit breakers shall be manual or automatic tripping operation as required. The automatic type
shall each incorporate a trip unit to provide overload and short circuit protection.
The trip unit for each pole shall provide inverse time delay under overload conditions and instantaneous
magnetic tripping for short circuit protection. The trip units in all the circuit breakers shall be interchangeable.
Earth fault protection shall be provided where called for in the Specification and Drawings.
The MCCB’s shall be so designed that when on tripped condition, the circuit breakers cannot be switched on
again unless it has been reset by switching to OFF position first. The operating conditions (i.e. ON, OFF or TRIP)
of the circuit breaker shall be clearly indicated.
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Molded case circuit breakers shall be Single Pole and Neutral (SPN), Double Pole (DP) or Triple Pole and Neutral
(TPN) or Four Pole (4P) type as required. The construction and operation of the circuit breakers shall be such
that if a fault occurs, all the poles of the circuit breakers shall operate simultaneously to isolate and clear the
fault efficiently and safely without any possible risk to the operator or to the installation.
Each circuit breaker shall incorporate “trip-free” mechanism to ensure that the breaker cannot be held closed
in fault conditions.
The operating mechanism of the circuit breakers shall be hermetically sealed at the factory and all metallic
parts associated with the operating mechanism shall be treated against rust and corrosion. The short-circuit
breaking capacity of the MCCB’s shall not be less than the maximum prospective fault levels at the point where
the MCCB is installed.
The Sub-Contractor shall be responsible for the selection and provision of the correct type of circuit breakers
for protection of the types of circuits involved. The Sub-Contractor shall also be responsible for ensuring that
the fuses where used in connection with MCCB’s shall co-ordinate with the circuit breakers to give proper
protection and discrimination of the electrical system.
Molded case circuit breakers may be used in locations where the short circuit current exceeds the breaker’s
established interrupting ratings provided suitable current limiting fuses are incorporated in the circuit breakers.
The ratings for the circuit breakers and fuses must be carefully selected to prevent damage to the circuit breaker
and to ensure co-ordination and high short-circuit protection required. The Sub-Contractor must provide the
relevant data for review by the S.O before the use of integrally fused MCCB’s.
MCCB’s rating in excess of 100 amp shall each be provided with an extended operating handle to facilitate easy
operation.
7.3.7 Service Contractors

Contactors shall comply with B.S. 5424: Part 1 with uninterrupted ratings (U.R.) intermittent duty Class II and
making and breaking Category AC3.
Contacts shall be renewable butt type, solid copper hard silver faced, fully shrouded main and auxiliary contacts
and the design shall be such as to ensure effective freedom from contact bounce and sticking of the fixed and
moving portions of the magnet assembly. Auxiliary contacts shall be provided as required by the Specification
and/or Specification Drawings.
Contactor coils shall be fully tropicalized and wound for continuous operation at phase voltage with Class “B”
insulation to B.S. 2757.
Magnets shall be fabricated from silicon alloy riveted electrical steel sheet with shaded pole and
magnet/armature assemblies shall be fully floating and staff aligning.
Arc chutes and magnetic blow out coils shall be fitted to the larger sizes as necessary.
7.3.8 Meters and Relays

Meters and relays for external panel mounting shall be of the flush pattern, with square escutcheon plates
finished matt black and pressed steel cases. Indicating instruments shall be to B.S. 89 1st grade, moving iron
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spring controlled with 100mm diameter dials (240 degrees scale) with external zero adjustment, integrating
meters shall be to B.S. 5685 with cyclometer registers and protective relays to B.S. 142.
Unless otherwise shown on the drawings, ammeters and voltmeters shall be provided for control panels where
the current rating of the incoming MCCB is 200 amperes and above.
Voltmeters shall incorporate selector switches to enable phase to phase and phase to neutral voltages to be
read. Ammeters, being provided with selector switches shall be able to read all the line current. Generally,
ammeters shall be scaled up to the rating of the incoming isolator/breaker; however, ammeters associated
with motor circuits shall be 500% over scaled.
Relays shall comply with B.S. 142 or equal and shall have performance characteristics appropriate for the
installation. Unless otherwise indicated, over-current relays shall be IDMTL type adjustable over-current setting
50% to 200% of rated values and adjustable characteristics of 1.3/10. The earth fault relays, where shown shall
incorporate adjustable definite time lag 0 to 1.0 second and adjustable current settings from 5% to 40% in steps
of 5%. Relays shall be of draw out type, flush mounted in dust-proof cases. Relay cases shall generally be
finished in black enamel.
Relays shall be arranged so that adjustments, testing and replacements can be effected with the minimum of
time and labour. Relays of the hand reset type shall be capable of being reset without opening the case.
Electrically reset tripping relays shall be provided where necessitated by the system of control. Relay contacts
shall be suitable for making and breaking the maximum current which they may be required to control in normal
service but where the contacts of the protective relays are unable to deal directly with the tripping current,
auxiliary contactors, relays or auxiliary switches shall be provided. Separate contacts shall be provided for alarm
and tripping functions. Relay contacts shall make firmly without bounce and the whole of the relay mechanisms
shall be as far as possible unaffected by vibration or external magnetic field.
Relays, where appropriate shall be provided with flag indicators, phase colored where applicable. Flag
indicators shall be of the hand reset pattern and shall be capable of being reset without opening the case.
Where two or more phase elements are included in one case separate indicators shall be provided for each
element.
Relays with provision for manual operation from outside the case, other than resetting, will not be accepted,
and time delay relays shall not be of the dashpot type.
Relays, whether mounted on panels or not, shall be provided with clearly inscribed labels describing their
application and rating in addition to the general purpose labels.
Means shall be provided on the relay panels for the testing of protective relays and associated circuits,
withdrawable type cases and plug in type test facilities being preferred.
Attention is particularly drawn to the humid tropical climate and relay designs should be entirely suitable for
duty under these conditions.
To minimize the effect of electrolysis, relay coils operating on D.C. shall be so connected that the coils are not
continuously energized from the positive pole of the battery.
Instruments, meters and relays located on the front of the control panels shall be so positioned that as far as
possible, each instrument, meter and relay is adjacent to the unit with which it is associated. Other relays more
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suitable for mounting inside the cubicle such as those required for back indication and tripping etc. shall be
grouped conveniently in dust proof cases with removable covers to provide easy access for cleaning and
adjustment without dismantling. All relays shall be heavy duty pattern, unaffected by external vibration and
capable of operation in any position. Meter panels shall be hinged to provide ready access to connections and
small wirings shall be enclosed in flexible plastic conduit. All meters and relays shall be fully tropicalised. All
terminations shall be completely insulated and potential circuits shall be suitably fused.
7.3.9 Current and Voltage Transformers

Current and voltage transformers shall comply with SS 318 (or B.S. 3938) and B.S. 3941 as appropriate. They
shall be of suitable ratio output types and class of accuracy for their function.
Generally, all current transformers shall be of the ratio equivalent to the rating of the incoming isolator /
breaker.
Secondary windings shall be wired to suitable terminal boards and earthed at one point in the circuit.
All transformers shall be wired with an identifying label giving type, ratio, class, output and serial number.
7.3.10 Terminal Boards

All terminal boards shall be mounted in accessible positions and, when in enclosed cubicles shall be inclined
towards the door. Spacing of adjacent terminal boards shall not less than 100 mm and the bottom of each
board shall be not less than 200mm above the incoming cable gland plate. Separate studs shall be provided on
each terminal strip for the cores of incoming and outgoing cables including all spare cores. Separate terminal
boards shall be used for circuits of different voltages.
Brass bolts and studs shall be of not less than ‘O’ B.A. size but stainless steel and bronze down to 2 B.A. may be
used provided that the current carrying capacity is adequate. All studs shall be provided with nuts, washers and
lock nuts or lock washers. Where pinch type terminations are provided these shall be reviewed by the
Consultant. They are to have adequate current carrying capacity and shall be provided with locking devices.
Insulated carriers shall be fitted between adjacent terminals.
Terminals shall be fitted with nonflammable transparent plastic covers to prevent contact with any live part.
They are to have warning labels with red letterings mounted thereon in a conspicuous position.
All connections shall be made at the front of terminal boards and no live metal shall be exposed at the back.
7.3.11 Control Switches and Push Buttons

Control switches for electrically operated circuit breakers shall be of pistol grip type arranged to operate
clockwise when closing the circuit breakers and anti-clockwise when opening them. They are to be designed to
prevent accidental operation and interlocked to prevent two successive operations in the “Close” direction.
Switches for the other apparatus shall be operated by shrouded push buttons or having handles of the spade
type, the pistol grip type being reserved for circuit breaker operation wirings.
Control switches, reversing selector and test switches shall be mounted, constructed and wired so as to
facilitate the maintenance of contacts without the necessity of disconnecting wirings.
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Control switches for circuit breakers and for motor operated setting devices, shall be of the non- locking type
with spring return to the “neutral” position. Such switches, shall be controlled by independent springs, the use
of contact springs alone for restoring not being acceptable.
All push buttons shall be of the non-retaining type made of non-hydroscopic material, non- swelling and fitted
to avoid any possibility of sticking. All push buttons provided for remote stopping of motor control gear and all
emergency trip push buttons shall be of the “hold-in” type requiring to be reset by being pulled out, or by a
separate release device which may be the associated “start” push buttons.
The contacts of all switches and push buttons shall be strong with a positive wiping action when operated.
All control switches shall be provided with labels complying with relevant GC clause under the heading “Rating
Name-Plates” in addition to clear indication as to the direction of each operation, for example, “Open”, “Close”,
“Raise”, “Lower”, etc.
7.3.12 Indicating Lamps

Each control panel shall be provided with indicating lamps at the supply side of the isolating switch/MCCB.
The indicating lamps shall be of the type with built-up transformer and made of brass with chromium plated
bezel and locking ring. Lamps shall be adequately ventilated and easily removed or replaced from the front of
the panel without the use of extractors. Lamps shall be cleared and fitted into an accepted standard form of
lamp holder.
The colour in coloured lamp glasses shall be in the glass and not an applied coating.
Transparent synthetic materials may, however, be used instead of glass provided no material flow or
discolouration takes place due to heat from lamps.
7.3.13 Fuses
Cartridge fuses complete with carriers for protection of auxiliary circuits shall be provided. Fuses shall be of the
H.R.C. type Category 440/AC 4 Class “Q” to B.S. 88. Rewirable fuses will not be accepted.
7.3.14 Radio Interference Suppressors

Certain types of electrical equipment or systems involving sudden changes, or interruption or low frequency or
of direct electric current such as thermostatically controlled devices, contactors, commutators, etc. supplies
and installed under this Contract shall be fitted with radio and television interference suppression components
suitable to meet the levels specified in B.S. 800 “Limits of Radio Interference”.
7.3.15 Motors
Motors of 0.75 kW and above shall be suitable for operation on 400 volt 3-phase 50 Hz supply, whereas motors
of less than 0.75 kW may be rated for 230 volt 1-phase 50 Hz supply.
Motors shall be of the totally enclosed type with fan cooling (TEFV). Adequately precautions shall be taken to
prevent the ingress of moisture. The degree of protection shall be IP 54 for motors installed indoors. For motors
installed outdoors, the degree of protection shall be IP 55.
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All motors shall be in accordance with B.S. 5000 of squirrel-cage type, with Class “B” insulation to B.S. 2757.
Motors shall be continuously rated (C.M.R. Category of B.S. 5000) and shall have torque characteristics as
required by their respective duties.
Motors shall be capable of accelerating the driven load to full speed in a time in seconds not exceeding 0.25
times the rated B.H.P. plus 15.
The ends of motor windings shall be brought to terminal boxes and the arrangement shall be such as to permit
easy changing over of any two phase leads without disturbing the sealing compound when this is used at cable
terminations.
All terminals shall be of the stud type of adequate size for particular duty, marked in accordance with B.S. 822:
Part 6 and to be enclosed in a weatherproof box, which is to be securely fixed to the motor frame.
All terminals boxes shall be fitted with sealing chamber, conduit entry or adaptor plate as required together
with the necessary fittings to suit the type of cable specified.
All motors shall be appropriately earthed.
Where shown in the Specification Drawings, motor heaters shall be provided. The heaters shall be so connected
such that when the motor is on, the heater is switched off and vice versa. The heater terminal at the motor and
starter shall be clearly labelled:
“CAUTION – MOTOR HEATER – ALIVE WHEN MOTOR STOPPED”
All electric motors of 5.0 kW and above shall have power factor of 0.85 lagging or better at full load.
7.3.16 Motor Starters

General
Unless otherwise specified all motor starters shall be the triple pole contactor type of appropriate rating for
the direct-on-line, star-delta, auto-transformer or solid state starting as shown in the Drawing. All starters
should preferably be supplied by one manufacturer.
Contactors shall be of robust design to B.S. 5424, intermittent Duty Class II, and Utilization Category AC3 and
equipped with overload, single-phasing and under-voltage protection. The contactor shall be located within the
enclosure so that upon making or opening of the contactor under normal or fault conditions, damage will not
be caused to other equipment and wiring within the enclosure. All A.C. contactor coils shall be continuously
rated for a phase to neutral voltage of 230 volts 50 cycles per second and suitable for the tropical conditions at
site.
All motor contactors and their associated apparatus must be capable of operating without over-heating for a
period of five minutes if the supply voltage falls for that period to 75 percent of the normal value at normal
frequency.
For circuits controlling motors of 20 kW and above transformer operated overload and phase failure relays are
to be provided. These are to be of the thermal type and to be operated by saturating types current
transformers. For circuits controlling motors of less than 18.75 kW series thermal overload trips will be
accepted. Fuses shall be provided for all control and indicating circuits. However, circuits controlling the motors
for fire pumps (viz wet riser pump and sprinkler pumps) magnetic & thermal overload trips are NOT permitted.
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Starters shall be of the following types unless otherwise indicated in the Specification Drawings:
❖ Up to 3.7kW motors – Direct-on-line
❖ Above 3.7kW and up to 30kW motors – star delta type (Open Transition)
❖ Above 30kW and up to 55kW motors – star delta type (Close Transition)
❖ Above 55kW – auto transformer type
❖ Solid State Starters – as shown in the Specification Drawings.
Each starter shall be provided with a current type of MCCB suitable for motor control. Each motor starter rated
at 30 kW and above shall be provided with an ammeter having an overload scale.
Contactors equipped with both local and remote control shall have local/remote changeover switches capable
of being locked in either position.
All starters shall be automatic type complete with “START” / “STOP” push buttons, auxiliary contacts as
required, LOCAL/OFF/AUTO selector switch and provision for remote controls as required.
The Sub-Contractor shall submit the starting characteristics curves of all motors to the consultant.
7.3.17 Star/Delta & Auto-transformer Starters

Both star/delta and auto-transformer starters shall be of the close transition types. The auto-transformer
starters shall be provided with tapping suitable for connection to 40% - 75% of line voltage in step of 5%. All
motor starters shall be tested to B.S. 4941 and B.S.5856.
7.3.18 Solid State Starters

Solid state starter (soft starter) shall be suitable for the control of three phase squirrel cage induction motors,
having operating characteristics compatible with the motor application.
Starters shall be fully enclosed, protected to IP21 and wall mounted. Units shall not be mounted within
switchboards.
Starters shall be capable of operating at 40 degree Celsius and 90% RH (non- condensing).
Radio interference of starters and generated supply power harmonics shall not exceeding limits allowed by the
relevant authorities.
Starters shall be capable of providing 10 hot starts of 30 seconds duration every 1 hour at the starter rated
starting current.
Starters or associated contactors shall accept an input signal for thermistor protection of the motor.
The following features shall be provided:
❖ Reverse connected thermistors in each phase of the power circuit

❖ Semi-conductor fuse protection (including spare fuses)
❖ Over temperature trip
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❖ Phase loss trip

❖ Power interruption (or power restoration) shall not damage the starter
❖ Starters shall be capable of starting motors which are rotating
❖ Led indicators shall be provided on and run and for each type of trip incorporated
❖ Motor current protection
For chillers, chilled and condenser water pumps, the starter shall be closed loop controlled current type. Both
constant current or timed current ramp options shall be provided. The initial start current, maximum start
current and current ramp rate shall be adjustable.
Excess start time protection shall be provided, to absorb start if the motor fails to reach full speed within an
adjustable time span.
For domestic water transfer pumps, starters shall be of the timed voltage ramp method of starting. Voltage
shall be rammed from zero to a preset start and voltage and then rammed to line voltage in a present time.
The starter shall also provide a ramp down feature.
The starter shall provide a pair of volt free contacts for the remote indication of any starter faults. A 0 - 10V of
4 – 20 mA signal shall be provided which is proportional to motor current.
7.3.19 Variable Speed Drive Controller

Variable speed drive controllers shall be of the electronic variable frequency suitable for the control of three
phase squirrel cage induction motors, having operating characteristics compatible with the motor application.
The output shall be variable frequency of 1 to 50 Hz proportional to input signal to an accuracy of 1%. The
voltage/frequency ratio shall provide the highest efficiency possible for a centrifugal load.
When operating at 50 Hz controller efficiency shall not be less than 95% and shall not cause an increase in
motor losses of more than 1.5%.
Controllers shall be fully enclosed, protected to IP21 and wall mounted. Units shall not be mounted within
switchboards. Controller shall be capable of operating at 40 degree Celsius and 90% RH (non-condensing). Radio
interference of controllers and generated supply power harmonics shall not exceed limits allowed by the
relevant authorities.
Controller or associated contactor shall accept an input signal for thermistor protection of the motor.
The following features shall be provided:
❖ Semi-conductor fuse protection (including spare fuses)

❖ Over temperature trip
❖ Phase loss trip
❖ Power interruption (or power restoration) shall not damage the starter
❖ Controller shall be capable of starting motors which are rotating
❖ Led indicators shall be provided on and run and for each type of trip incorporated
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❖ Motor current protection

❖ Overvoltage trip
❖ Under voltage trip
❖ Remote trip through volt free contacts
❖ Speed control inputs through either 4 – 20 mA or 0 - 10V signals
Acceleration and deceleration times shall be adjustable between 1 to 150 seconds. The controller shall provide
an output signal of 4 – 20 mA or 0 - 10V proportions to load.
7.3.20 Isolating switches

Where motors are installed remote from the starter/control panel, an on-load isolating switch to B.S. 5419
(Category AC23) shall be provided to be placed in such a position as to be easily operated and to comply with
Local Authorities’ requirements. The isolating switch shall be so connected that the power supply to the motor,
regulating switch, resistances or any other devices connected to it shall be cut-off when this switch is turned-
off.
An isolating switch manufactured to B.S. 5419 (Category AC22) shall be provided at the incoming of each
subsidiary control panel of the no. of poles and current ratings as shown in Schedule ‘B’. Such isolating switches
for use in subsidiary control panels shall be of the MCCB styled similar to Crabtree 82 series, MK 5500 series or
equivalent. Where the current rating of the incoming is 200 Amperes and above, an MCCB shall be provided in
lieu of the isolating switch.
7.3.21 High Voltage Direct-On-Line Starter Panel

Each high voltage direct-on-line starter panel shall be of rated voltage and current to suit the associated high
voltage chiller motor. The panel shall be of metal clad type and shall be capable as a whole of withstanding
without damage, the mechanical, electrical and thermal stresses produced under short circuit conditions
equivalent to 250 MVA at 6.6 kV for 3 seconds.
Each starter panel shall comprise interalia the following: - Isolation Switch
The isolating switch shall be manually operated, off-load type. A mechanical interlock shall be provided to
prevent opening of the isolating switch while the main contractor is closed and the compressor is running. The
panel door shall also be interlocked so that it can only be opened when the compressor is turned off and the
isolating switch opened. When the isolating switch is opened, baffles shall slide over to cover the stab slots so
that the high voltage bus bars are completely shielded. The panel door must be closed before the isolating
switch can be reclosed.
Current Limiting Fuses
Current limiting fuses shall be provided for short circuit protection of the starter.
Vacuum Contactors
The contactors shall encapsulated in an evacuated ceramic bottle.
Ground Fault Protection
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Ground fault protection comprising relays and sensors shall be provided and shall be arranged to trip the
contactor upon sensing of a ground fault. The relay shall include provisions for adjustment of current and time
setting.
Overload Protection
Overload protection of the type as recommended by the chiller motor manufacturer shall be provided to trip
the contactor on overload condition.
Phase Failure Protection
Phase failure protection shall be provided to trip the contactors upon sensing of opening of any one phase,
phase imbalance or phase reversal.
Overvoltage and Under voltage Protection
Relays shall be provided to trip the contactor when the voltage exceeds a preset value or when it falls below a
preset value. The relays shall be reset manually.
Microprocessor Monitoring & Control Device
A microprocessor-based monitoring and control system shall be incorporated to provide monitoring of motor
overload, over-temperature, etc., digital readout of selected phase current, voltage, megawatts, power factor,
frequency, hours run, etc., motor over-temperature protection, etc. The device shall incorporate output dry
contacts for remote monitoring and control.
7.3.22 Automatic Transfer Switches

Automatic transfer switches shall be rated at 400 volts of the current rating as shown on the Specifications
Drawing, 4-pole type, electricity operated, mechanically held for automatic transfer from normal to emergency
power supply when any phase of the normal power supply drops below 80 percent (but adjustable) rated
voltage frequency and retransfer to normal power supply when the voltage of all phases are 90 percent (but
adjustable) or more.
Each automatic transfer switch shall be electrically and mechanically interlocked to prevent the normal and
emergency contacts from closing simultaneously. The electrical interlock circuits shall be wired to operate from
both normal and emergency power supplies.
Each automatic transfer switch shall be capable as a whole of withstanding without damage the electrical,
mechanical and thermal stresses produced under short circuit conditions at the prospective short circuit
currents indicated on the Specification Drawings.
In-phase monitors shall be provided to sample the relative phase angle between the normal and emergency
power supplies and shall signal the transfer switch to operate when the phase angle is at a predetermined value
and approaching zero phase angle difference. The purpose of the in- phase monitors is to avoid high inrush
currents and nuisance tripping during transfer and retransfer of motor loads.
Each transfer switch shall incorporate the following time delays: -
Time delay to override momentary normal power supply outages to delay the transfer switch and engine
starting signals. The time delay shall be adjustable from 0.5 to 6 seconds.
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Transfer to emergency time delay which shall be adjustable from 0 to 1 minute for controlled timing of local
transfer to emergency power supply.
Unloading running time delay for associated standby generator cool-down. The time delay shall be adjustable
from 0 to 5 minutes.
Retransfer from emergency to normal power supply time delay. The time delay shall be automatically bypassed
if emergency power supply fails and normal power supply is available. The delay shall be adjustable from 0 to
30 minutes.
Each transfer switch shall incorporate the following manual controls, indicators, etc:-
Test switch to momentarily simulate failure of normal power supply.
Reset to normal switch for re-transfer to normal power supply during non-automatic operation. Green and red
indicator lights to indicate that the automatic transfer switch is connected to the normal emergency power
supply respectively.
Pairs of auxiliary contacts wired to terminal blocks within the switchboard for connection to the lift
switchboards to initiate homing of the lifts when the transfer switch operates.
7.4 LV Cables and Cable Distribution
7.4.1 General
The works covered in this section is for the supply, installation and connection of LV cables and busbar trunkings
as detailed in this section, including all necessary materials, terminations to form a complete installation.
All works to be performed under this section shall be in accordance with the current edition of Code of Practice,
relevant standards and rules & regulations currently in force in Sri Lanka.
The installation of the LV cables etc. shall be carried out in accordance with the specified requirements for each
type of cable. The cables shall be routed underground or in cable trenches, ducts, trunkings or conduits or
ladders or trays as shown on the Specification Drawings and/or detailed in this Specification.
The cable routes and cable ducts where shown on the Specification Drawings are for general guidance only and
the Sub-Contractor shall be responsible to check and ensure the feasibility of these routes and adequacy of the
cable ducts and make any necessary modifications/alterations to suit the site conditions and to the satisfaction
of the consultant.
Conductors of less than 1.5 sq mm cross sectional area shall not be used in mains voltage circuit.
7.4.2 Cable Codes

Where applicable, the following abbreviations are cable codes used in this Specification and Drawings:
PVC - Polyvinyl chloride insulated

PVC/PVC - Polyvinyl chloride insulated and polyvinyl chloride
sheathed
PVC/SWA/PVC - Polyvinyl chloride insulated, single steel wire
armoured and polyvinyl chloride sheathed
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XLPE - Cross linked polyethylene insulated

XLPE/PVC - Cross linked polyethylene insulated and polyvinyl
chloride sheathed
XLPE/SWA/PVC - Cross linked polyethylene insulated, single steel
wire armoured and polyvinyl chloride sheathed
MI - Mineral insulated copper covered
FR - Fire resistant
EPR - Ethylene propylene rubber
7.4.3 PVC & PVC/PVC Cables

PVC & PVC/PVC cables and PVC/PVC flexible cords shall be of 450/750 volt grade comprising high conductivity
stranded copper conductors of sizes shown on the Specification Drawings, to B.S. 6360, PVC insulated and PVC
sheathed to SS 79 or B.S. 6746 and manufactured to SS 358 for PVC insulated, non-sheathed cables and to IEC
502 for PVC insulated PVC sheathed cables. Insulant colors shall be in accordance with the current edition of
Sri Lanka Code of Practice for Electrical Installation. PVC cables shall be routed in conduits and/or trunkings.
PVC/PVC cables shall be routed at high level on proprietary make horizontal cable trays or ladders and support
system similar to UNISTRUT or equivalent system. All vertical runs including cable to switchboards, etc. shall be
secured on cable ladder system similar to BICC VANTRUNK or equivalent system. For horizontal runs, PVC/PVC
cables shall be secured neatly on the cable trays or ladders at close intervals by means of molded polythene
cleats similar to BICC ‘Telcleat’ or other equivalent whereas claw cleats shall be used for securing vertical cables.
Fixing shall be made with raw bolts or other patent fixing devices of design to be reviewed by the S.O. Details
of cables routes, terminations and support system shall be forwarded to the S.O for review prior to installation.
PVC and PVC/PVC cables shall be terminated in suitable sizes tinned copper compression connector to relevant
B.S. standard requirements.
7.4.4 XLPE and XLPE/PVC Cables

XLPE and XLPE/PVC shall be of 600/1000 volt grade comprising high conductivity stranded copper conductors
Manufactured and tested in accordance with B.S. 6469. The PVC sheathed for XLPE/PVC cables shall be in
accordance to B.S. 6746.
For XLPE and XLPE/PVC cables, the installation details and method shall be same as those specified elsewhere
in this Specification for PVC and PVC/PVC cables respectively.
7.4.5 PVC/SWA/PVC Cables

All PVC/SWA/PVC cables shall be of 600/1000 volt grade manufactured and tested in accordance with B.S. 6346.
Jointing of PVC/SWA/PVC steel wire armored cables shall be carried out by accredited and fully experienced
jointers and evidence of this shall be produced to the satisfaction of the S.O before jointing is started.
At terminal sealing boxes, cable cores shall be carried through unbroken to apparatus terminals and cores shall
be sweated solid where they pass through cast resin.
All joints which are buried in the ground shall be compound filled. The design of the box and the composition
shall provide an effective seal to prevent moisture gaining access to the conductor ferrules and armor clamps.
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Provision shall be made for earthing the wire armor to the main earth electrode at the supply end by means of
a metallic bond of adequate conductance, and the bonding connection should be as short and straight as
possible.
The wire armoring shall be maintained electrically continuous, and careful attention shall be paid to the design
of all bonding clamps in joints and terminations to ensure that the resistance across a clamp is not higher than
that of the equivalent length of the complete wire armor of the cable. The conductance of the carcass of the
cast iron box is normally sufficient for this purpose but where it falls short, an auxiliary metallic bond shall be
included.
Compression type glands for the termination of PVC/SWA/PVC cables shall be included with the termination
boxes supplied under this Contract. Marshalling and other terminating boxes supplied under this Contract,
however, are to include the cable terminating glands.
The design of compression glands is to be such that the cable is not twisted when the gland is tightened. They
are to provide facilities for the efficient bonding and termination of the armor wires and are to project at least
20 mm into the terminating box so that any condensation collected on the inner surfaces of the boxes cannot
flow down between the cable cores. Where anti condensation heaters are not fitted, drain holes are to be
provided. It is to be possible to effect and dismantle any cable compression gland without the use of special
tools.
7.4.6 XLPE/SWA/PVC Cables

XLPE insulated single steel wires armored and PVC sheathed cables (XLPE/SWA/PVC) shall be of 600/1000 volt
grade comprising of high conductivity stranded copper conductors manufactured and tested in accordance with
B.S. 5468. The installation details and method shall be same as those specified elsewhere in this Specification
for PVC/SWA/PVC cables.
7.4.7 FR Cables
Fire resistant cables shall be of 600/1000 volt grade comprising high conductivity copper conductors, insulated
with an extruded thermoset flame retardant and fire resistant, moisture proof compound and overlapped with
a copolymer coated aluminum strip extruded with a special flame retardant PVC outer jacket. The cable
insulation and sheath (where used) shall be of halogen free material tested in accordance with IEC754-2. All
fire resistant cables shall be tested to comply with Local Authority requirements and shall be approved by the
Local Authorities for use as fire resistant cables related to emergency power supplies.
In addition, the cables shall be flame resistant to BS 6387 (minimum category B) and flame retardant to BS
7211. The electrical and mechanical properties of the cable shall comply with BS 6387 (minimum category Y).
Test certificate from relevant testing authorities to substantiate compliances of the cables to local authority
standards shall be submitted to the Engineer.
FR cables shall be installed in accordance with the maker’s recommendations and instructions. FR cables shall
be run on proprietary make cable trays, conduits, trunkings or cable ladders depending on the sizes of the
cables.
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All installation accessories shall be of manufacturer’s standard products. Cable glands shall be of fire rating
equal to the cable. The bending radius of the cables measured from the inside of the bend shall be not less than
eight times the diameter of the cable
7.4.8 EPR Flexible Cords

Rubber insulated HOFR sheathed circular flexible cords shall be of 300/500 volt grade to B.S.6500, insulated
with ethylene propylene rubber (EPR), with conductors of high conductivity copper wires. The cords shall have
three cores, green/yellow, blue and brown, twisted together; filled and sheathed with chloro-suphonated
polyethylene (CSP) compound suitable heat resistance up to 90 degrees Celsius in normal use, 100 degrees
Celsius within luminaires, appliances, etc. and not subject to flexing as manufactured by Pirelli General or
equivalent.
7.4.9 TRS Cables

Rubber insulated and tough rubber sheathed (TRS) copper cables of 300/500 volts grade and to B.S. 6007. The
rubber insulation shall be to B.S. 6899, type EI 1, 60 degrees Celsius with stranded copper conductors.
TRS cables shall be installed in non-metallic enclosures not inferior to rigid PVC or flexible PVC conduit with
glued or other appropriate fittings when installed in damped areas.
7.4.10 MI Cables
MI cables shall be the heavy duty grade manufactured to B.S. 5468 comprising high conductivity copper
conductors, embedded in pure and pressure packed magnesium oxide insulation, contained in a ductile
seamless, solid drawn copper sheath.
MI cables shall be supplied and installed strictly in accordance with the maker’s recommendations and
instructions.
Jointing and termination of MI cables shall be carried out using cold seals and all necessary short brass ring type
universal glands, screw on prototype seals, compounds, colored neoprene sleeving for phase identification,
cone shaped beads, fiber discs, locknut and purpose made single or multi-way, as required, two screw fixing,
copper spacer base saddles and other necessary accessories.
The following purpose made tools shall be provided for the purpose of installing MI cables and these shall be
produced for inspection prior to commencement of work:
❖ Set of crimping tools (life limited to approx. 100 operations)

❖ Set of rotary stripping tools with spare blades
❖ Pot wrench in various conduit sizes
❖ Sheath cutter (universal size)
Insulation and continuity test shall be carried out before and after MI cable is installed. The insulation resistance
of a terminated cable should be greater than 100 Megohm when measure with a 500 V or 1000 V insulation
repeated immediately after sealing. This test should be repeated not less than 24 hours later. A blow lamp may
be used for drying out cut cable ends if it is impracticable to cut to waste, in which event the cable should be
brought to cherry red heat at about 600 mm from the end of moisture carefully driven towards the cut end.
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Minimum bending radius shall not be less than six times the overall diameter of cable saddle spacings not less
than 60 times the cable diameter and not greater than 750 mm whichever is the less.
An unsupported loop shall be left in the cable at terminations subject to vibration.
It is absolutely essential that greatest care shall be taken to ensure that hands and all materials, particularly the
compound, are perfectly dry and clean when terminating MI cables. The length of tails shall be kept to the
minimum.
Dirt and metallic particles in the compound and any loose traces of dielectric left at the fact of the sheath after
stripping shall be carefully removed prior to sealing.
Cold sealing compounds shall be forced down one side of the pot and up the other at the same time ‘overfilling’
in order to avoid trapping air at the base of the pot and to ensure that when the sealing disc is entered before
crimping a completely solid insulation barrier is affected.
Electricians employed for termination of MI cables shall be fully instructed and experienced in all stages of the
operation and work will be stopped, if, in the opinion of the S.O sufficient care and/or skill is not being exercised
particularly in this phase of the works.
All MI terminations shall be carried out using an earth-tall pot type seal to ensure effective bonding of non-
current carrying metalwork, including switch-boxes, to the copper sheath of the cable. Reliance shall not be
placed on metalwork for earth continuity and separate copper connections shall be provided for this purpose.
For terminating large single MI cables to equipment, insulated end plates of Tufnol materials or equivalent shall
be used.
Due to the low surge strength of MI cable, surge diverters of the gas discharge tube of Metrosil type shall be
installed on all discharge lamps and motor circuits and other similar circuits where MI cables are used and the
Sub-Contractor is to ensure that the cables and other equipment are not damaged due to surges in the system
whether caused by the equipment used or by lightning.
7.4.11 Busbar Trunkings & Tap-Off Units

a) General
All busbar trunkings (vertical and horizontal) shall be of proprietary make of copper busbar type with
continuous internal integral earthing bar enclosed in steel sheet trunking and shall have the current ratings as
shown on the Specification Drawings.
Busbar trunkings as a whole shall comply with B.S. 5486. It shall be of low impedance type and of slim design.
Trunkings shall be of folded mild steel channel construction, of not less than 2 mm. The casing ends shall be
identical to minimize the fittings required and to simplify installations. A splice plate shall be furnished at each
joint to mechanically join the casings.
Busbars assemblies shall be suitably enclosed, vermin and insect proof and designed to present unauthorized
access to live metal. Trunkings shall be supplied complete with all external galvanized steel supports and
brackets suitable for fixing to walls/ceiling.
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All metal works shall be treated against corrosion, painted with primer undercoat, and finished with grey
synthetic enamel.
Metal casings shall be treated to prevent corrosion and finished in the same manner as the busbar trunking.
Red oxide primer shall be used for steel casing, and the remaining steelwork including machine parts are to be
sheradised or subjected to an equivalent process.
Weatherproof busbar trunkings where called for in the Specification Drawings shall incorporated gaskets, drain
holes etc. suitable for outdoor installation.
The busbar trunkings shall be able to accept tap-off units of current ratings up to not less than half the current
rating of the busbar trunking.
b) Rating
Busbar trunking shall be capable as a whole of withstanding without damage the electrical, mechanical and
thermal stresses produced under a short circuit condition equivalent to 45 MVA or 31MVA as shown on the
Specification Drawings at 400 volt for 3 seconds as defined in B.S. 5486 unless otherwise specified.
c) Busbars
Busbars shall be of rectangular cross section HDHC copper, having current ratings in accordance with B.S. 5486
for a temperature rise not exceeding 40 degree Celsius and shall be fully insulated with a thick layer of
continuous seamless PVC and further wrapped with non-ageing glass filled polyester film with good heat
conducting properties.
Busbar trunking of 300 Amp rating and below may be of the air insulated type but shall be totally enclosed in
steel trunking.
High grade insulators shall be used to support the busbars. Full size neutrals shall be provided for all busbar
trunkings. Phase indication of busbars shall also be provided. All busbar trunkings shall be built to withstand
expansion and contraction and shall be capable of operating continuously at rated current for ambient
temperature not exceeding 40 degrees Celsius without derating.
Busbars supports shall be suitably insulated and ample clearance shall be allowed between conductor surfaces
and busbar casing. Insulation materials shall be of high- resistivity, non-hygroscopic, non-ignitable, non-
tracking, strong and so shaped to avoid accumulation of dust and dirt.
Busbars forming long stretch run shall include proprietary made expansion joints. Such joints shall be the
laminated copper having current carrying capacity not less than that of the conductors to which they are
attached. Movement of the expansion joints or of conductors shall not encroach on a minimum clearance
required.
d) Joints
Joints shall be accomplished by means of an insulated bolt passing through conductors. Joints shall not be
affected by deforming the casing. Inspection covers shall be provided on each side of the joint and shall be
usable without disturbing the joint pressure.
Contact surfaces in busbar joints, ends, and tap-off points shall electrolytically tinned all over and joints shall
be properly tightened. Proprietary make standard bend, elbow and tee units of correct sizes shall be supplied
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complete with all fixings necessary for assembly of the units shall be submitted to the S.O for review prior to
installation.
e) Fire Barriers
Fire-resisting barriers of 2 hours fire rating shall be incorporated in the busbar trunking whenever the busbar
trunking passes through floor slabs or fire rated walls; 2 hours fire resisting barriers shall also be provided
around (external) the busbar trunking to the requirements of the Building Authority concerned.
f) Feed In Units, Tap-Offs & Tap-Off Units
Tap-off units shall be of the same manufacturing as busbar trunking, comprising MCCB, MCB, HRC fuses and
neutral link with circuit’s ratings as indicated on the Specification Drawings. The short circuit breaking capacities
of the MCCB, MCB HRC fuses shall not be less than the maximum prospector fault level at the point where the
tap-off unit is installed.
Tap-off units shall be proprietary make, totally enclosed in casings having securely fastened hinged covers, and
provided with screwed conduit entries or cable glands as required to suit the type of cables used. Glands or
cable entries are to be located in either base, back or sides of the units as required to suit site conditions.
Tap-off units shall be the plug-in type suitable for all sizes of busbars with adequate contact pressure. Beams
shall be provided for fixing the casing to the busbar trunking. All tap-off units shall be suitably earthed. The
earthing contact shall always be made before that of the active conductors.
For vertical busbar risers, provisions shall be made in the trunking for tap-off units at intervals of 600 mm; tap-
off points where not used shall be provided with proper outlet covers. Tap-off openings shall be of the safely
type and in conjunction with the tap-off units shall have interlocks provided which present additions or removal
of the tap-off unit when the switching mechanism is in the ‘ON’ position. Metal parts of the tap-off units shall
be designed to contact the steel casing before the plug fingers contact the busbars.
‘Danger’ warning signs shall be provided at all tap-off points. Feeder busbar turnings utilized for the
interconnection between transformers and the main switchboards shall not be provided with tap-off points
7.4.12 Erection of Cables

Rates for erection of cables shall include the following:
❖ All measuring, marking off and cutting to length.

❖ Temporary sealing of cable ends where necessary and testing of cuts ends prior to connection.
❖ Supply, delivery and erection of all racks, clamps, saddles, trays, supports, framing systems, bushes and
other items required for erection and fixing of cables including excavation where necessary.
❖ Design, provision, erection and painting of all additional supporting steelwork.
❖ Sheath bonding in the case of single core cables including supply of necessary materials.
❖ Forming of necessary bends, surface fixing at intervals and phase identification of cores by suitably
colored PVC sleeving.
❖ Sealing of cables in pipes or ducts where called for.
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❖ Tests at site on completion including continuity, phasing out and insulation resistance between
conductors and sheath employing a 500V ‘Megger’ tester.
In the vertical risers/ducts, all cables passing through floors shall be sealed effectively with suitable material of
2 hours fire rating to the approval of Building Authority and the S.O.
All cables shall, where they pass through floor or otherwise in such positions vulnerable to damage by
mechanical or other means be protected by short length of steel pipe suitably bushed to prevent abrasion of
the cable.
7.4.13 Jointing
The Sub-Contractor is to be wholly responsible for the sealing and jointing of all cables erected and jointed
under this Contract.
Cable sealing and jointing is to be in accordance with the best current practice and of first class workmanship.
Where cable sheaths are used as earth continuity conductors, glands are to have the necessary contact surfaces
or straps to provide a low resistance path under fault conditions.
The cost of all jointing materials for the termination of cables into sealing boxes attached to equipment supplied
under other contracts is to be included in the prices for jointing into these boxes.
A record is to be kept of all joints and terminations made and is to include the name of the jointer and mate,
the date of testing and the weather conditions prevailing. Three copies of this records signed by the Sub-
Contractor shall be supplied to the Engineer.
Straight joints in any of the cables installed under his Contract will only be permitted in very exceptional
circumstances and only with the S.O’s consent in writing. The cost of such straight joints, if permitted by the
S.O, shall be borne by the Sub-Contractor unless such joints are arising from unavoidable limitations in
manufacturing lengths or from alterations in routes after initial review.
7.4.14 Underground Cable Installation

Excavation of Trenches
The excavation of trenches shall include, by way of amplification but not of limitation, all timbering, pumping
and required and the provision of all necessary labor, plan, tools, additional soil, fuel and motive power for such
purposes and the cost of this service and of the supply of expendable materials shall be included in the Contract
Price.
All trenches shall be of sufficient width to enable the following minimum spacing between cables to be
maintained:
❖ Between LV cables - 75 mm
❖ Between LV & ELV cables - 300 m
Before the cables are laid, the bottom of the trench shall be lined with sifted soil which is to be punched down
to a thickness of 50 mm to form a bed. After the cables are laid, the first 75 mm depth of cover back fill shall
consist of sifted soil over which shall be placed protective covers.
Backfilling and Reinstatement
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After all cables and protective covers have been laid, the trenches shall be refilled in 150 mm layers, each layer
being well rammed and consolidated.
The surface of refilled trenches shall be temporarily reinstated and maintained in a thoroughly safe condition
until complete consolidation of the solid is achieved.
The Sub-Contractor shall supply backfill materials necessary for the replacement of unsuitable excavation
material and the cost of this material together with the backfilling, reinstatement and removal of surplus
material shall be included in the Contract Price. The Sub-Contractor shall include for all materials and labor to
reinstate the ground to the same condition as existed prior to excavation.
Cable Covers & Markers
Protective cable covers shall be of reinforced concrete and shall be 900 mm long, 150 mm wide, and 50 mm
thick. They shall be arranged for interlocking one with the other both vertically and laterally.
Plain flat concrete cable markers minimum size 460 mm by 100 mm thick shall be provided and installed with
the top surface flush with ground level to identify cable routes of cables laid direct in the ground. Markers shall
be inscribed with indented lettering reading LV cables.
Cable Identification Tags
All cables shall be identified at both ends by lead labels with 5 mm (3/16 inch) high (minimum) stamped cyphers
securely wired on to the tinned copper wire.
7.4.15 Sealing & Drumming

Immediately after works’ tests, both ends of every cable length shall be sealed by means of suitable metal caps.
The ends of the factory lengths are to be marked ‘A’ and ‘Z’ in accordance with B.S. 6480 Part 1.
The cable end projecting from the drum is to be adequately protected to prevent damage during handling and
in transit, and a thick PVC wrapper shall be placed over the cable to prevent the ingress of dirt, dust and grit
etc.
Cable drums shall be lagged with closely fitting battens. Each drum is to bear a distinguishing number which is
to be branded with hot irons or neatly chiseled on the outside of one flange. A painted identification number
will not be accepted.
7.4.16 Tests during Laying

Where required by this Specification, and as required from time to time by the S.O, the Sub- Contractor shall
subject completed portions of the cable installation to voltage tests to prove the soundness of the conductor
insulation and the protective servings.
7.4.17 Cable Pulling

Winching of cables through ducts shall only be carried out with a pulley eye attached to the conductors.
A cable sheath stocking may be employed on cables where no undue stress in the sheath is likely to occur.
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Care shall be taken to ensure that the draw strain is applied to the armoring and that the armoring and serving
are protected during drawing against damage.
7.4.18 Test Certificates from Manufacturers

The Sub-Contractor shall submit to the S.O for review, prior to dispatch of cables from the place of manufacture, test
certificates in respect of all cable supplied under this Contract.
7.4.19 Cable Record Drawings

Cable Record Drawings or ‘As-Installed’ Drawings showing the exact route of cables and positions of all joints,
etc. shall be submitted for the Engineer’s review.
7.4.20 Cable Trays

All cable trays shall be manufactured from perforated epoxy coated electro-galvanized mild steel of not less
than 1.5 mm thickness for tray widths less than 450mm and not less than 2mm thickness for tray widths of
450mm and above. Copper links of appropriate cross section shall be provided from section to section to
maintain earth continuity for cable tray.
Trays shall have upturned flanges on both sides of 20 mm deep for tray widths less than 450 mm and not less
than 25mm for tray widths of 450mm and above and shall be completed with all necessary standard long radius
bends etc. and fixing brackets proprietary fabricated from galvanized steel channels etc. or frame system similar
to UNISTRUT.
Heavy duty deep flange cable tray shall be joined by specially designed couplings to provide a strong continuous
structure at joints and rigidity.
Trays shall generally be supported by directly bearing onto the top side of the concrete rib construction forming
the ceiling and in this event only, a simple and efficient clamping arrangement to the ribs shall be effected to
prevent lateral displacement of the tray. Unless otherwise stated, the tray shall be supported at not more than
1 meter intervals.
The whole of cable tray installation is to be provided with all necessary proprietary factory-made bends, risers,
reducers, tees, crosses, drop-outs, etc. and any site fabricated items will not be allowed.
7.4.21 Cable Ladders

All cable ladders shall be heavy duty manufactured from epoxy coated electro-galvanized mild steel of not less
than 2mm thickness similar to BICC Van trunk or equivalent.
Cable ladders should have a minimum 120mm high longitudinal side members and minimum 50mm wide rungs
with slots of 63mm x 12mm covering the whole length of the rungs. Each cable ladder shall be in 3m length and
supplied complete with coupling sets consisting of fishplates, splinted bolts, nuts and locking washers.
The whole of the cable ladder installation is to be provided with all necessary proprietary factory- made elbows,
risers, reducers, tees, crosses, drop-outs, etc. and any site fabricated items will not be allowed.
Cable ladders shall be supported from roof/sidewall using frame system similar to UNISTRUT. 16 sq. mm copper
jumpers are to be installed from section to section.
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7.4.22 Cable Trunkings

Cable turnings shall be manufactured from epoxy coated electro-galvanized mild sheet steel. The thickness of
the body and cover shall be in accordance with Table 1 of SS 249 or BS4678 Part 1.
The turnings shall be complete as required with standard bolted flanged outlets, blank ends, reducers, outlet
bushes, bends, tees, sleeve couplings, intersection four way boxes and fittings adaptors of the same
manufacturer. Bridge pieces to act as cable retainers shall be readily removable, but positive fixing by machine
screws for the covers shall be provided. The inner radius of any bend shall not be less than 2.5 times the minor
dimension of rectangular section trunking.
A copper link shall be provided on both sides of every trunking joint to provide earth continuity.
Trunkings shall be supported adequately by suitable brackets fabricated from galvanized mild steel flats.
Vertical runs of trunkings within electrical riser ducts which pass through floors must be provided with 2 hours
fire resistant barriers inside and around the trunking, these barriers should consist of fire rated material cut
way to enable the cables to pass through. Similar fire barriers shall be provided for cable trunkings passing
through fire rated walls. Cable retainers shall be provided for all the cable trunkings. The type of cable retainers
to be adopted shall be subject to review by the S.O.
Cables for lighting and power circuits shall not be run in the same trunking as the cables for extra low voltage
circuits unless they are segregated effectively by means of a rigidly fixed metal barrier of screen. Wiring for
emergency lighting shall be run exclusively in separate trunkings. Trunking runs shall be erected complete
before any cables drawn in and the number of cables installed shall be such that a space factor of 45% is not
exceeded.
All cut edges shall be anti-rust treated and all trunkings shall be painted with two finishing coats of good quality
orange paint or any other color paints to be advised later by the Engineer.
7.4.23 Conduit Installation

All conduits, fittings and accessories where run on surface shall be galvanized steel complying with B.S. 4568.
Conduits shall be screwed and welded Class B and fittings shall be manufactured from steel or malleable cast
iron.
uPVC conduits may be used in areas where they are concealed in walls, columns or floors. However, in cases
where part of the conduit system is run on surface and the remaining part run in concealed position, then the
entire run of the conduit shall be of galvanized steel including those parts which are concealed, in order to
assure an electrically continuous system.
uPVC conduits shall be of heavy duty type manufactured to B.S. 6099 and the accessories shall be manufactured
to B.S. 4607. The system shall be halogen free, has low smoke density under fire, flame-retardant and impact
resistant. Permanent adhesive shall be used for all joints and terminations to provide a rigid watertight joint.
For long conduit runs or where structural/movement is anticipated, a non-hardening adhesive shall be used in
conjunction with expansion couplers. Appropriate bending springs shall be used for bending of uPVC conduits
where recommended by the manufacturer.
All GI conduits and accessories shall be painted with one coat of red lead wherever the exposed galvanized
surface has been cut or otherwise damaged including exposed threads and connections after erection.
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Conduits shall be properly and tightly screwed into the full depth of box spouts and butted in sockets between
lengths to ensure maximum mechanical strength and electrical continuity so that the wiring is continuously and
effectively protected throughout its whole length and is not in any way under mechanical stress.
The whole of the conduit system shall be electrically continuous throughout and in addition a separate circuit
protective conductor shall be provided in all conduits. Further, all conduits shall be earthed at terminations.
Conduit sizes shall be selected carefully for the number and sizes of cables they are to contain and conduit shall
be arranged with an adequate number of boxes, accessible for the life of the installation so as to allow easy
draw in or draw out of any one or all of the cables at any time and shall not in any circumstances be less than
20 mm and cables drawn in shall not be greater than the appropriate number permitted in the current edition
of Sri Lanka Standard Code of Practice for Electrical Installations.
Cables for low voltage circuits shall not be drawn into the same conduit for extra low voltage systems. In
addition, lighting and power final circuits shall be run in separate conduits except, where an adaptable box is
employed as a final distribution point, a number of final circuits may be grouped together in larger conduits
between the distribution board and the adaptable box provided that all circuits in one conduit are of the same
phase; in the case of three phase circuits all three phases and neutral of any circuit should be draw into the
same conduit. Wiring for emergency lighting shall be run exclusively in separate conduits.
Where condensation is likely to occur in surface conduits they shall be laid with falls so as to drain off condensed
moisture without entry into terminations. Provisions shall be made where necessary for leading the drainage
away from outside walls, ceilings, fittings and accessory boxes and collecting spots and small bore tubing may
be used for this purpose.
The inside surface of all conduits and fittings used in connection therewith shall be smooth and free from signs
of corrosion, burrs and all other defects. The ends of conduits shall be cut square, filed and reemerged out after
screwing and care shall be taken to ensure removal of cutting oil and swarf.
All corners shall be turned by easy bends or sets made cold on bending machines without deformation of the
section of the conduit or opening of seams and the inner radius of any bend shall not be less than 2 1/2 times
the outside diameter of the conduit. Where it is impracticable to set the conduit, normal or half normal bends
may be permitted but in no circumstances shall be solid or insertion elbows or ‘tee’ pieces be used in a
concealed position.
All switches, socket outlets, accessories and other fittings shall be mounted in conduit boxes of suitable size
and where for reasons of construction the box face is not reasonably flush to the finished surface of wall or
ceiling, purpose made extension rings of the same construction and diameter as the box shall be employed.
When conduit terminates at a metal base, distribution board, adaptable box, motor starter, terminal box or
other fitting not provided with screwed E.T. conduit entry, a socket shall be screwed to the end of the conduit
and a smooth bore male brass bush screwed into the socket entered from inside the metal case which shall be
drilled with a clearance hole for the bush. The end of the conduit should butt together with the bush after the
bush has been pulled up tightly against the inside of the case.
Where looping junction boxes are used for lighting points, outlets, etc. they shall be circular pattern with an
appropriate number of back outlets. Conduits shall be terminated in these boxes by means of screwed sockets
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and male brass bushes as specified above. Ceiling boxes shall be standard circular deep pattern with long
internally tapped spouts.
Conduit terminations to apparatus subject to vibration or movement shall be made off in flexible metallic
conduit which shall be heavy gauge, weatherproof type PVC coated overall and sweated into heavy brass
adaptors with a male thread for connection to the rigid conduit system at each end. Reliance shall not be placed
upon the flexible tubing as an earth conductor and bare tinned flexible copper wire of not less than 1.5mm2
shall be run inside and connected to the equipment earth terminal at one end and isolating switch earth
terminal at the other end.
All boxes shall be fixed securely to walls, ceilings, etc., by means of at least two screws correctly spaced and all
conduit runs shall be straight and run either horizontally or vertically; diagonal runs will not be permitted.
Conduit work and accessories where not concealed shall be fixed effectively by means of heavy pattern spacing
saddles to hold off the conduit from the surface and metal or other non-disintegrable plug of proprietary
manufacture shall be used for fixings.
On straight runs the conduit shall be supported by saddles at intervals not exceeding 900 mm in addition to
supports provided by structure, box or fitting included in the run except that for 32 mm conduit and larger,
saddles may be spaced at intervals of not more than 1200 mm apart.
Bends must in all cases be supported on each side by two saddles as near thereto as possible and a draw-in box
shall be provided after two bends and after not more than each 9 meter of straight run.
Where conduits are or may be in contact with steelwork of any description an efficient and permanent metallic
bond shall be made between conduit and steelwork.
Where conduits cross expansion joints they shall be installed so as not to resist relative movement of the
sections.
Immediately on completion of erection of any conduit during building construction, all exposed conduits and
boxes shall be plugged effectively against the ingress of water and dirt particularly where concrete will be
poured. Such seals shall be maintained in good order for such time as is necessary to complete wiring and
connection of fittings and switches.
On completion of erection, the conduits will be inspected by the Engineer and may be tested at his discretion
by ball or plug gauge before any wire is drawn in. All conduits shall be swabbed out and free from moisture to
the Engineer’s satisfaction before wiring is commenced; draw in tapes with absorbent cloth, such as winceyette,
flannel or army pull through cloth, shall be used for this purpose.
On completion of the installation, all exposed conduits shall be painted with two coats of good orange paint or
any other color paints may be advised later by the Engineer.
7.4.24 Fixings
Necessary fixings for all fittings, switches, socket outlets, cables, cable tray, cable turnings, etc. shall be supplied
and erected under this Contract as follows:
❖ In woodwork by appropriate size of woodscrew.
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❖ In brickwork or concrete by appropriate size non shrinkable raw plug and sherardized round head wood
screw.
❖ On steel work by proprietary made galvanized girder clip.
No drilling of structural steel work will be permitted except as reviewed by the Engineers.
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8 TESTING AND COMMISSIONING

8.1 Instruments
❖ Tube type velometer (range 1.5 to 13m/sec)
❖ Micro-manometer
❖ Pitot tubes of various lengths to suit duct sizes
❖ Electronic temperature detectors
❖ Mercury in glass thermometers
❖ Sling psychrometer
❖ Weekly recorders of temperature and humidity
❖ Specially mounted anemometers fixed in a conical sheet metal box hood for
❖ measuring accurately air flow from diffusers
❖ Ammeter
❖ Tachometer
❖ Voltmeter
❖ Pressure and temperature meter for use with self-sealing test points
❖ Sound levels meters
On completion of each section of work, the results shall be typed in schedule form and submitted to the
Consultant for checking.
8.2 Commissioning And Handing Over

The contractor shall carry out all commissioning and testing necessary for the safe, reliable and satisfactory
operation of the systems, equipment, components, controls etc. installed.
This shall include systematic handing over documents that comprise of equipment O&M Manuals, as built
drawings, inspection and testing reports, commissioning sheets and maintenance plan of equipment and
systems.
The work shall be commissioned and tested in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, the appropriate
CIBSE/ASHRAE commissioning codes and standards, local authorities’ requirements and as per consultant’s
instructions that will be issued at the time of commissioning in consultation with the owner.
At least one month prior to testing and commissioning any system, the contractor shall furnish the following
information for each system or process to the Consultant for endorsement.
❖ Type of instruments to be used
❖ Program of testing and commissioning
❖ Operating instructions for instruments
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The contractor shall employ thoroughly competent and experienced personnel to carry out all tests.
Should the results of any test show that any plant, system, equipment, accessories fail to perform to the
efficiencies or duties as given in these specifications, the contractor shall adjust, modify and if necessary replace
the equipment etc. without further payment in order to obtain required performances.
Should it be necessary for the contractor to modify or replace any item of plant as described above, he shall be
responsible for the cost for any damage or deterioration to the building or other services consequent on such
modifications.
The contractor shall allow in his cost for periodic site tests during the defect’s liability period of one year that
starts from date of handing over.
8.3 Maintenance And Defects Liability

The contractor shall provide a comprehensive planned maintenance program and emergency call out service
during the Defects Liability Period.
During the Defects Liability period, the Contractor shall replace and or repair all defective parts or items entirely
free of charge whenever required, if such repairs or replacement has been necessitated by reason of defects in
the equipment, or as a result of wear and tear.
The Contractor will enter into a log book kept by the Employer the details of work carried out on each visit,
witnessed and countersigned by Employer's representatives. All works under this maintenance shall be
performed by competent personnel under the supervision and in the direct employ of the Contractor.
Maintenance shall be carried out in accordance with provision of the maintenance manuals and this
specifications on all equipment and systems supplied under this Contract and shall include but not be limited
to the following:
❖ Air Conditioning Units
❖ Mechanical Ventilation fans
❖ Automatic Control Systems/Electrical control system
❖ Refrigeration system
The minimum maintenance requirements shall be as follows and shall be maintained as per manufacturer’s
recommendations at recommended intervals. Maintenance works shall include but not be limited to,
❖ Checking and cleaning of drain pans, drain pipes, filters, contactors, control panels,
❖ diffusers, grilles, and ducts.
❖ Checking drives, bearings and lubricating
❖ Checking alignment and tension of belts and adjustments
❖ Checking and adjust controls
❖ Checking gas pressures
❖ Checking and clean circuits/controls
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❖ Checking and repair any other component/accessories in systems.

❖ Checking any other component/accessories in auxiliary control systems
❖ Maintaining and servicing controls/sensors as recommended by the supplier
❖ Cleaning evaporator coil and fins
❖ Cleaning condenser coils and fins
❖ Checking operation of all fans.
❖ Cleaning and applying anti rust paints
The contractor shall allow in his cost for periodic site tests during the defects liability period of one year that
starts from date of handing over.
During the defects liability period provide the following services:
❖ Attend site within 4 hours in response to callouts to attend to problems with the air conditioning
system. If attendance and fault identification are not completed within 12 hours of call out, the
Consultant will be entitled to engage alternate service providers and deduct any monies paid for
attendance and fault finding from the contract sum.
❖ Rectify any failures of equipment or other operational problems within 24 hours following the callout
to ensure that the system remains fit for purpose. If rectification is not completed within 24 hours of
call out, the Consultant will be entitled to engage alternate service providers and deduct any monies
paid for rectification from the contract sum. In the case of longer rectification, this period may be
extended only by mutual agreement with the Consultant, in writing.
The Owner shall have the option to enter an annual service contract, after the contractor has fulfilled the
defects liability and guarantee obligations. The service contract shall include emergency service and regular
maintenance.
8.4 Additional Anti-Corrosion Treatment for Air Conditioning Outdoor Units

The site is located very close to sea, therefore additional protection is required for all air conditioner condenser
units. This additional anti corrosive treatment shall be
❖ Suitable to be applied on air conditioning condenser units situated at high salinity environments.
❖ The coating shall be without any bringing between fins.
❖ Impact on condenser coil pressure drop and heat transfer must be less than 5%. Test reports shall be
available.
❖ The coating shall have test certified from an independent laboratory for salt spray test as per SATM
B117 with minimum 1500 hours.
❖ The coating environmentally friendly with low VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds).
❖ For onsite applications, coating must be non-flammable.
❖ Warranty period for the coating for corrosion free operation shall be 2 years.
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MARINA SQUARE, SRILANKA

HEADROGEN (Pvt) Ltd

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COPYRIGHT OF REPORT IS RETAINED BY THE CONSULTANT.

Document ID HDG-MS-SPEC-ME-01 Project Name Marina Square, Sri Lanka

Client Harbour Village Client Contact Mr. Pradeep

Version Date Status Prepared by Verifier Approver

1 20th February 2024 For Review HM TS / TK PS

Current Version Version 1

1.1 General Information .............................................................................................................................. 6

1.2 TECHNICAL INFORMATION.................................................................................................................. 13

2 SCOPE OF WORKS AND DESIGN INFORMATION ......................................................................................... 16

2.1 Design Information .............................................................................................................................. 16

2.2 Performance Requirements ................................................................................................................ 16

2.3 General Design requirements ............................................................................................................. 21

3 MECHANICAL SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONS......................................................................................................... 23

3.1 General Description and Design Information...................................................................................... 23

3.2 Toilet Exhaust System ......................................................................................................................... 23

3.3 Kitchen Exhaust System ...................................................................................................................... 23

3.4 Stair Pressurization Systems................................................................................................................ 23

3.5 Refuse and Bin Room Ventilation Systems ......................................................................................... 23

3.6 Lift Machine Room Air-Condition System ........................................................................................... 24

4.1 General ................................................................................................................................................ 25

4.2 Inline Duct Fans ................................................................................................................................... 25

4.3 Wall/Window Mounted Fans .............................................................................................................. 25

4.4 Kitchen Exhaust Inline Duct Fans ........................................................................................................ 26

4.5 Basement Smoke Extract System ........................................................................................................ 26

4.6 Stairwell Pressurization System .......................................................................................................... 26

4.7 Centrifugal Fans ................................................................................................................................... 26

5 AIR-CONDITION SYSTEM ............................................................................................................................. 28

5.1 Single Split Type Air Conditioners ....................................................................................................... 28

5.2 Refrigerant Pipework .......................................................................................................................... 28

5.3 Condensate Drain Piping ..................................................................................................................... 29

6 DUCT WORK AND ACCESSORIES.................................................................................................................. 30

6.1 General ................................................................................................................................................ 30

6.2 Low Pressure Ducts ............................................................................................................................. 30

6.4 Duct Supports ...................................................................................................................................... 32

6.5 Bends, Offsets and Transformation .................................................................................................... 32

6.6 Fire Rated Ductwork ............................................................................................................................ 33

6.7 Sleeves ................................................................................................................................................. 33

6.8 Flexible Connections ........................................................................................................................... 33

6.9 Welding ............................................................................................................................................... 33

6.10 Access Doors........................................................................................................................................ 34

6.11 Duct Test Hole - Low Pressure Ductwork ............................................................................................ 34

6.12 Sealants ............................................................................................................................................... 34

6.13 Fire Dampers ....................................................................................................................................... 34

6.14 Dampers .............................................................................................................................................. 35

6.15 External Louvers and Insect Screen..................................................................................................... 35

6.16 Air terminals ........................................................................................................................................ 36

6.17 Cleaning of Ductwork .......................................................................................................................... 37

6.18 Ductwork for Kitchen Exhaust System ................................................................................................ 37

6.19 Flexible Ducting ................................................................................................................................... 37

6.20 Protection of Finishes .......................................................................................................................... 37

6.21 Painting and Protection ....................................................................................................................... 38

7 ELECTRICAL DETAILS .................................................................................................................................... 40

7.1 Control Panels and Components ......................................................................................................... 40