2.3
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headworks, dewatering rooms, chemical rooms, clarifiers, aeration basins,
splitter structures, equalization or storage tanks, etc. For additional description
and definition of submerged surfaces refer to Specification Section 09900.
EQUIPMENT AND VALVE TAGS
A.
All new plumbing and HVAC (Mechanical Systems) equipment shall be identified
by a color coded equipment/valve tag, provided and installed by the Contractor.
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1.3 JOB CONDITIONS
A.
Scheduling Work: Install and test all plumbing to be cast into or buried under
concrete floor slabs prior to the placement of concrete.
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A.
B.
C.
Prior to ordering fixtures, equipment and appurtenances, submit shop drawings in
accordance with the General Conditions of the Construction Contract.
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SECTION 15400
PLUMBING — GENERAL
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1
1.2
DESCRIPTION
A.
Description: Perform the following items of work required to complete the work of
this Section, as shown on the DRAWINGS and specified herein:
3.2
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cover strips.
Insulation at sleeves:
1. ‘Insulation shall be continuous through all sleeves except where gas-tight seal
is indicated.
2. Provide aluminum cover on insulation where caulking is required.
3. Delete insulation at walls requiring a gas-tight seal.
Insulation at Hangers:
1. Insulation shall be continuous at hangers.
2.2
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3. Insulation shall have a maximum thermal conductivity of 0.27 Btu-in./h-ft2-
°F at a 75°F mean temperature when tested in accordance with ASTM C 177
or ASTM C 518, latest revision. Insulation shall have a maximum water vapor
transmission of 0.08 perm-inches when tested in accordance with ASTM E
96, Procedure A, latest revision.
4. Insulation Covering: Field applied PVC jacket with joining surfaces adhered
15180-1
SECTION 15180
PIPE AND EQUIPMENT INSULATION
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION
A. Work Included: Provide and apply insulation to all interior piping and equipment in
accordance with Table 1.
B. Related Work Specified Elsewhere: "Plumbing - General" and "HVAC General"
are specified in this Division.
12 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Standards:
1. Fiberglass pipe insulation shall conform to ASTM C547.
2. All-service vapor retarder jacket shall conform to ASTM C1136.
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4. Do not remove the temporary clamps until the piping is correctly installed on
the permanent supports.
3.2 TESTING
A.
B.
All permanent pipe supports shall be installed prior to testing.
Demonstrate compliance with the requirements of this section with respect to
support, pitch, vibration, movement, and expansion and contraction during start-up
testing of the equipment and associated piping systems as indicated in Section
01800.
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Systems (Chemset Capsule Series); Power Fasteners (T308 Plus); or
equivalent.
2. Expansion anchors. Stainless steel AISI Type 316 for galvanized and
aluminum fabrications; cadmium plated for painted steel fabrications.
Manufactured by Hilti Fastening Systems (Kwik Bolt HI); Ramset Fastening
Systems (Tru Bolt Stud Anchor); Power Fasteners (Power Stud); or
equivalent.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1
INSTALLATION
A.
B.
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E.
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i. Anvil International, Inc. (Fig 177)
ii. Carpenter & Patterson Inc. (Fig 142)
iit. Or equal
Pipe Clamp (Type F).:
i. Anvil International, Inc. (Fig 212, Fig 216 or Fig 295 Clamp w/
Fig 272 Eyerod)
ii. Carpenter & Patterson Inc. (Fig 175, Fig 298 or Fig 304 Clamp w/
Fig 93 Eyerod)
iit. Or equal
U-Bolt (Type S)
i. Anvil International, Inc. (Fig 137)
ii. Carpenter & Patterson Inc. (Fig 283)
iit. Or equal
