Particular HVAC

Volume 3 MEP Specifications
Particular Air Conditioning & Ventilating Services
AP 1 : DESIGN CRITERIA...........................................................................................2
AP 1.1
CODES AND STANDARDS.................................................................................................... 2
AP 1.2
EXTERNAL DESIGN CONDITIONS.......................................................................................2
AP 1.3
INTERNAL DESIGN CONDITIONS........................................................................................ 2
AP 1.4
FRESH AIR SUPPLY.............................................................................................................. 3
AP 1.5
OCCUPANCY LEVELS........................................................................................................... 3
AP 1.6
AIR MOVEMENT.................................................................................................................... 3
AP 1.7
EXTRACT VENTILATION....................................................................................................... 3
AP 1.8
NOISE LEVELS...................................................................................................................... 3
AP 2 : MECHANICAL ENGINEERING SERVICES.....................................................4

AP 2.1
GENERAL............................................................................................................................... 4
AP 2.2
VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (VAC)....................................................4
AP 2.3
THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM.......................................................................................4
AP 2.4
FRESH AIR SUPPLY.............................................................................................................. 5
AP 2.5
CHILLED WATER SYSTEM................................................................................................... 7
AP 2.6
NOISE AND VIBRATION CONTROL......................................................................................9
AP 2.7
CHILLED WATER PIPE INSULATION....................................................................................9
AP 2.8
REFRIGERATION AND EQUIPMENT..................................................................................11
AP 2.9
FRESH AIR HANDLING & FAN COIL UNITS.......................................................................14
AP 2.10 FANS.................................................................................................................................... 19
AP 2.11 CHILLED WATER PUMPS................................................................................................... 21
AP 2.12 VALVES................................................................................................................................ 27
AP 2.13 DUCTWORK AND ANCILLARIES........................................................................................ 31
AP 2.14 DUCT INSULATION.............................................................................................................. 35
AP 2.15 AIR OUTLET AND INLET..................................................................................................... 37
AP 3 : AUTOMATIC CONTROL SYSTEM (IF APPLIABLE).....................................40

AP 3.1
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS............................................................................................... 40
AP 3.2
DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION.......................................................................................... 40
AP 4 : LIST OF APPROVED MANUFACTURERS....................................................44
Project : Al Abbas Twin Building on plot no.22-008, Dubai Silicon Oasis

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AP 1 : DESIGN CRITERIA
AP 1.1
CODES AND STANDARDS

The Design Criteria listed below shall comply with all Government and local
authorities regulations, byelaws etc. as applicable to the works including the
following:
Dubai Silicon Oasis Regulations.
Dubai Civil Defence Regulations.
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority Regulations.
British Standards and Codes of Practice.
The Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) Guide books.
American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Engineers

(ASHRAE).
The Institute of Mechanical Engineers.
American Society of Mechanical Engineers.
Institute of Plumbing Data guide book.
National Plumbing Code.
Institution of Electrical Engineers.
SMACNA.
MEW Regulations
Insurance Companies
Any other related Local Authority Regulations
AP 1.2
EXTERNAL DESIGN CONDITIONS

Ambient design conditions shall be taken as follows:
Summer:
46oC dry bulb, 30oC wet bulb
Winter:
8oC dry bulb
AP 1.3
INTERNAL DESIGN CONDITIONS

In general, inside design conditions shall be in accordance with CIBSE standards,
according to space utilisation.
For offices, the design conditions to be achieved are:
Summer:
23oC 1.5oC dry bulb 50 % nominal Relative Humidity
Winter:
20oC 1.5oC dry bulb
For public circulation corridors, lift lobbies, entrance and reception areas, the design
conditions to be achieved are:
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Summer:
24oC 1.5oC dry bulb
Winter:
20oC 1.5oC dry bulb
AP 1.4
FRESH AIR SUPPLY
AP 1.5
Shops and Offices
8 l/s/person
OCCUPANCY LEVELS
As per the Architect and / or Interior Designers layout.
AP 1.6
AIR MOVEMENT
AP 1.7
8-12 Air Changes per Hour, depending on room usage.

EXTRACT VENTILATION
Toilet areas:
8-10 Air Changes per Hour
Pantry areas:
10-15 Air changes per hour
Note: The total extract from the building with all fans working shall not exceed the
total fresh air supply
AP 1.8
NOISE LEVELS
The HVAC systems shall be designed with so that the noise levels shall not exceed
the following noise criteria:
Offices
NR 40 45
Bedroom
NR 30
Living/Dining
NR 35
Corridor, Lobby
NR 38 40
Pantry and toilets
NR 38 40

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AP 2 : MECHANICAL ENGINEERING SERVICES

AP 2.1
GENERAL
The air conditioning system used for this project shall be chilled water type for
Offices Building and Ducted split type for Residential Building with fresh air handling
units and fan coil units.
AP 2.2
VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (VAC)

The system chosen shall provide cooling, dehumidification, space ventilation, air
filtration and smell extraction
Chilled water air-conditioning system shall be utilised in order to satisfy the cooling
requirements of the building.
Fan coil units mounted above the suspended ceiling shall provide the means by
which the air-conditioning of all level space is achieved.
Fresh air shall be introduced into each offices via a dedicated ducted system from
fresh air-handling units equipped with heat recovery wheel.
A common extract fans to be provided for all the toilets and to be connected to Fresh
air AHU through plate to plate heat exchanger for heat recovery.
Positive pressurisation of the space shall be adopted in order to minimise the
infiltration of outside air.
AP 2.3 THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

An all-air system shall be installed utilising a Constant Air Volume (CAV) air
conditioning system. The air shall be circulated to the various spaces via dedicated
fan coil units (FCUs).
The fan coil units shall provide the means by which the air conditioning of all level
space is achieved.
The conditioned air shall be circulated into the space via
insulated galvanised steel ductwork and suitable ceiling or wall mounted supply air
diffusers.
The return air path shall be provided via dedicated return air grilles or ceiling
diffusers, which shall allow the air to flow into the ceiling void. The ceiling void shall
be utilised as a return air plenum and the air shall be collected and directed to the
FCUs. Temperature sensors shall act upon the two port chilled water control valves
to achieve the room temperature set points requirements.
All the units shall be provided with a combined wall mounted thermostat and threespeed manual operation switch (Off Low Medium- High).

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AP 2.4
FRESH AIR SUPPLY

Fresh air shall be provided to each apartment via ductwork from fresh air AHUs
equipped with heat recovery wheel. The fresh air shall be regulated by a volume
control damper mounted on each ductwork branch in order to maintain a constant
flow of required fresh air to each area served.
AP 2.4.1 THE VENTILATION SYSTEM
The ventilation system shall be designed to maintain a positive pressure in the

space in order to prevent and/or minimise the infiltration of outside humid air, which
can otherwise result an internal condensation on cold surfaces.
Dedicated extract systems shall be used in order to meet the general, toilet and
pantry ventilation requirements.
The pantry and toilet exhaust shall be achieved via a common fan extract system.
This system shall be designed to maintain a negative pressure in the pantry and
toilet areas. Air shall be drawn into each toilet via under-cut doors. The fans shall
be mounted on the roof and to be connected to heat recovery wheel.
AP 2.5 DUCTED SPLIT UNITS(RESIDENTIAL BUILDING)
Supply and install air to air condensing units in combination with direct expansion
coil indoor units where shown on drawings. The units shall be designed and tested
for use with Refrigerant 22.
The unit shall be selected based on equipment schedule provided in the relevant
drawing/specification. Units shall be ARI rated. All units shall be selected to
achieve the specified duty and noise criteria against an external static pressure
shown in the schedule.
The complete split unit assembly shall be manufactured and tested in accordance
with ANSI/AHAM RA C-1-1992 and shall be installed in accordance with the
manufacturers recommendations.
The indoor unit shall have a solid casing, supply air fan, cleanable filter and
controller.
The controller shall be fixed to the wall 1.500m above finished floor level and shall
provided the following minimum facilities:
Fan :
ON/OFF
Cooling:
ON/OFF
Digital display and set points

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The indoor units shall be provided with a condensate drain. The condensate drain
pipe shall be tested, insulated and should connect to network floor drain.
The outdoor unit shall have a corrosion resistant casing and be bolted to either a
wall bracket or to a concrete base. The wall bracket shall be fabricated from mild
steel and be hot dipped galvanised after fabrication. The outdoor unit shall house
the compressor, condenser fan, condenser soil, expansion valve, filter / drier and
controls.
Refrigeration pipes shall be pre-charged copper type, be securely supported and
insulated with 25 mm thick closed cell elastomeric foam insulation as detailed
elsewhere in the specification and cladded with aluminium sheet.
AP 2.6 DECORATIVE SPLIT UNITS
Supply and install air to air condensing units in combination with direct expansion
coil decorative indoor units where shown on drawings. The units shall be designed
and tested for use with Refrigerant 22.
The unit shall be selected based on equipment schedule provided in the relevant
drawing/specification. Units shall be ARI rated.
The complete split unit assembly shall be manufactured and tested in accordance
with ANSI/AHAM RA C-1-1992 and shall be installed in accordance with the
manufacturers recommendations.
The indoor unit shall have a decorative casting, supply air fan, cleanable filter, air
inlet grille, adjustable air outlet grille and controller.
The controller shall be fixed to the wall 1.500m above finished floor level and shall
provided the following minimum facilities:
Fan :
ON/OFF
Cooling:
ON/OFF
The indoor units shall be provided with a condensate drain. The condensate drain
pipe shall be tested, insulated and should connect to network floor drain.
The outdoor unit shall have a corrosion resistant casing and be bolted to either a
wall bracket or to a concrete base. The wall bracket shall be fabricated from mild
steel and be hot dipped galvanised after fabrication. The outdoor unit shall house
the compressor, condenser fan, condenser soil, expansion valve, filter / drier and
controls.
Refrigeration pipes shall be pre-charged copper type, be securely supported and
insulated with 25 mm thick closed cell elastomeric foam insulation as detailed
elsewhere in the specification and cladded with aluminium sheet.

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AP 2.7
CHILLED WATER SYSTEM(OFFICE BUILDING)

The design intent for the air conditioning system shall be chilled water system
through seamless schedule 40 insulated pipes and associated pumps and
pressurization units. A variable flow hydraulic system shall be adopted and the
FCUs shall be fitted with two way modulating valves and controllers. The chilled
water pumps shall be located on Basement level positioned to suit the buildings
served. They shall be of the long coupled, direct drive, centrifugal type.
AP 2.7.1 CHILLED WATER PIPING (ABS)
1. Material
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) pressure pipes and fittings for chilled water
supply and return water piping system all in accordance with the following
specifications. The pressure rating of the pipes to be subject to the approval based
on the maximum operating pressure of the chilled water system.
2. Regulatory Requirements:
AS/BS Compliant: Comply with the applicable Australian or British standards AS
3518.1/AS 3518.2 and /or BS 5391.1/BS 5392.2
3. Installation:
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Installation shall be in accordance with AS 3690 Installation of ABS Pipe

systems and in accordance with manufacturers recommendations.
The contractor shall ensure that all personnel involved with the installation are
familiar with the installation procedure for ABS piping systems. Provide
certified personnel subject to the approval of the engineer.
The layout of all pipe work shall be checked on site prior to installation and
during installation to ensure a workmanlike appearance of installation.
Locate groups of pipes parallel to each other, spaced to permit applying full
insulation and servicing of valves.
Where pipes pass through partitions, ceiling, and external wall seal space
between construction opening and pipe with insulation, metal sleeve, and
metal flange. Apply fireproof sealant when required.
The complete pipe work has to be pressure tested at 1.5 times the design
pressure before the application of the insulation.
4. Jointing:
Jointing to be with cold solvent welding technique according to manufactures

installation handbook.
Use only approved ABS solvent cement and MEK cleaner.

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All pipes shall be cut square, chamfered and all burrs removed prior to joining. Pipe
shall be inserted to full depth of socket. Installed fittings which do not have pipe
inserted to full depth shall be considered below required standard and shall be
rectified at contractors expense.
Backing rings and gaskets should be used on all flanged joints.
The use of solvent welded sockets, flanges and shoulder style couplings are
permitted to join pipe and fittings as required. Equipment connections 50mm ( 2)
and less may be threaded and equipment connections above 50 mm (2) to be with
stub flange and backing rings to manufacturers recommendations.
ABS pipe connections to other materials may not be made by cementing or glued
joints.
The use of hand operated lever winch or similar mechanical means of supplying a
sufficient axial load is required for pipe sizes 100 mm ( 40 and above. The use of
hammers etc. to apply fittings is NOT permitted at any time.
5. Support:
The maximum distance between pipe supports shall be in accordance with
manufacturer recommendations.
The width of pipe
recommendations.
support
will
be
in
accordance
with
manufacturer
Pipe supports shall not exert undue pressure on the pipe wall or deform the pipe
wall against the clamp or support. All clamps on horizontal pipe shall allow axial
movement of the pipe.
The contractor to follow manufacturers recommendation to ensure that adequate
allowances have been made for the expansion and contraction of the piping system
without creating undue stresses.
6. Acceptable manufacturers:
Subject to compliance with requirements of the contract documents acceptable
manufacturers to be firms regularly engaged in the manufacture of ABS pressure
piping systems, materials and sizes required, whose products have been in
satisfactory service for not less than five (5) years in Gulf, and approved by the
Engineers Representative.
All insulation shall be applied in a workman like manner as recommended by the
manufacturer. No insulation shall be applied until all piping and equipment have
been tested and cleaned. All hangers should be outside the insulation. Density shall
be minimum 35 kg/m3 and conductivity of 0.035 W/mK at 50C.
Fibreglass Insulation Thickness Schedule
PIPE NOMINAL DIA.
INSULATION THICKNESS
Concealed
Exposed

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AP 2.8
15- 50mm
15mm
25mm
65- 150mm
25mm
32mm
200 mm and above
32mm
50mm
NOISE AND VIBRATION CONTROL

Special consideration shall be given to vibration isolation of the mechanical
equipment. Vibration isolators shall be selected according to type and location of
equipment. In critical cases vibration isolators shall be at least 95% efficient. All
AHU`s on the roof shall be put on floating structural base.
Special care shall be given in the vibration and noise isolation of the plant rooms
from nearby areas.
AP 2.9 CHILLED WATER PIPE INSULATION

AP 2.9.1 MATERIAL:
The material shall be Closed Cell Elastomeric Foam Insulation preformed sections
with the following properties.
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Thermal conductivity () BS 874 Part 2-86 (DIN 52613, 52612, ISO 8497),
max. values.
-20 C 0.034 W / mK
0 C 0.037 W / mK
20 C 0.034 W / mK
Thermal Conductivity values shall be governed by a Third party Supervisory

Control Agreement which shall be available for attestation of conformity
purposes.
Water Vapour Diffusion Resistant () DIN 53122 Part 2, DIN 52615) 7000
Water Vapour Diffusion Resistant ( ) values shall be governed by a Third
party. Supervisory Control Agreement which shall be available for attestation
of conformity purposes.
Water vapour permeability (BS 4370/2, DIN 52675) < 0.09 gm / Nh.
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Closed Cell Content - > 90%
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Fire Rating :-
BS 476 Part 6 1989 (Fire propagation)
: Fire index <12 (Class O rated).
BS 476 Part 7 1987 (Surface spread of flame) : Class 1 rated. (UNI 845 UNI 9174)
Reaction to Fire Certification tests shall be available for all commercial
insulation thickness upto 50mm.
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The FM (Factory Mutual) product approval should be available for the

insulation material.
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Wall and ceiling penetration of insulated pipes should have a minimum of R90
fire resistancy rating of DIN 4102 Part 11 (or EN 1366-3, penetration seals)
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Smoke and Toxicity (for public and high rise buildings). The insulation product
and system should meet the following requirements:
ASTM E662 Smoke density Dm< 400
Carbon monoxide (CO) concentration <1450 ppm.
Limit concentration, are in line with IMO requirements and AIRBUS
specification.
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Corrosion risk assessment DIN 1988 / 7 certified.

Material should be nitrite free and can contain no more than 0.2% of
ammonia.
Insulating material for stainless steel must contain no more than 0.05% of
water soluble chloride ions the PH value should be limited to PH = 7 + 0.5.
Corrosion risk assessment values shall be governed by a Third party
Supervisory Control Agreement which shall be available for attestation of
conformity purposes.
AP 2.9.2 IMPORTANT NOTE :
Manufacturer should be certified in accordance with ISO 9002/UNI EN 29002 which

includes production control procedures and systems as pre-requisite.
All tests should be conducted by independent , accredited institutes and the
supervisory (third party) control agreements should be available for attestation of
conformity purposes .
At all support points for the pipes, the Contractor shall provide manufacturers
recommended pipe supports or approved equal material subject to Engineers
approval.
The insulation laggers shall be trained by the manufacturers local agents before
commencement of works. The manufacturers local agent shall visit the site
periodically to inspect the insulation work.
The insulation thickness shall be as follows:
In conditioned areas :
Upto 4 pipes 19mm thickness, 55 to 70 kg/m3

5 and above 25mm thickness
In unconditioned areas: Upto 5 pipes 25mm thickness

Above 5 to 10 pipes 32mm thickness
Above 10 50mm thickness

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Note :- In areas with no U.V radiation, vapour barriers/coatings are not required.
Protection against high U.V light radiation, e.g areas exposed to sunlight, is required
U.V resistant paint coatings or claddings with metal can be used.
AP 2.9.3 METHOD STATEMENT FOR APPLICATION OF KAIMANNFLEX (K-FLEX) INSULATION ON
CHILLED WATER PIPES
Pipe section tubing to be cut along its length using a sharp knife.
Position the tube so that the edges are separated and apply an even layer of
manufacturers recommended glue.
Once the glue has become dry reseal the tube pressing the edges firmly
together.
In areas where the pipe hangers come in contact with the pipes, a rigid support is
recommended, such as a section of wood to prevent the rubber insulation from
compression and hence damage.
To insulate the pipe where pipe hangers come in contact with the pipe the
following procedure to be followed :a)
The pipe has to be wrapped with self adhesive insulating foam tape.
b)
The wooden support should be placed above the pipe wrapped with
foam tape.
c)
The wooden support should then be wrapped with self adhesive

insulating foam tape ensuring that both the joint on either side of the
support are covered 50%
d)
Method statement of application for outdoor usage: Avoid working under direct sunlight and exposure of glued joints to
sunlight for at least 12 hrs after glue application as sunlight prevents
proper curing.
Prolonged Exposure of K-flex elastomeric foam to direct sunlight is not
recommended as this will eventually result in deterioration of the
surface. Do not keep the glue under direct sunlight as this will result in
rapid evaporation of the solvent and affects the performance of the glue.
AP 2.10 REFRIGERATION AND EQUIPMENT

AP 2.10.1
PACKAGE AIR COOLED WATER CHILLERS
Packaged air-cooled water chillers shall be of the screw type, fully assembled at the
factory and charged with R134a refrigerant and shall be suitable for outdoor operation in ambient temperatures from 5C up to 55oC.

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Each chiller shall be complete with screw compressors, evaporators, electrical

starting, interlocked, safety and refrigerant controls and air-cooled condensers with
low noise type fans. Chillers with multiple compressors shall have same number of
independent refrigeration circuits. Minimum number of circuits shall be two.
The units shall have the capacities as specified on the drawings. All ratings shall be
ARI certified. The COP must not be less than 2.50 at design conditions.
Catalogues shall be stamped with quality certification.
Electrical power shall be 380 volts 3-phase 50 cycle and the chiller shall be capable
of operating within line voltage plus or minus 6%. The control power shall be 220
volts single phase.
The Sound Power level shall not exceed 82 dB (A) at a distance of 1m from the
chiller. Contractor must ensure that Indoor sound conditions do not exceed those
specified. No vibrations shall be transferred to the building structure. The
compressor compartment shall be provided with purpose made acoustic insulation
installed at the factory.
Units to be CE marked and the manufacturers to have the ISO 9001.
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Screw compressors - Compressors shall be serviceable direct drive, semihermetic of the twin or single screw type with integral suction accumulator, oil
pump, oil filter screen, oil charging valve, unloading valve control and
crankcase heater. If the compressor is refrigerant cooled then the oil system
may be replaced by the equivalent refrigerant cooling system as designed by
the chiller manufacturer. The motor shall be hermetically sealed suction gas
cooled. Motor power factor must be over 0.90. Compressors to be mounted
on spring or rubber in shear isolators.
Casing - Unit shall be 16 gauge galvanised and phosphatised steel in large

removable panels. All internal parts shall be accessible. The units shall be
mounted on a structural galvanised steel base. Casing, base and accessories
shall be coated with a baked enamel primer finish before assembly. Finish
coat of air-dry enamel shall be applied to all exterior surfaces after final
assembly. Colour shall be to Architects approval.
Evaporator - The evaporator shall be of the direct expansion, shell and tube
design with seamless copper tubes either straight or finned. The shell shall be
constructed with carbon steel tube sheets, fully weatherised to resist
corrosion, factory insulated with cell foamed rubber of not less than 20mm
thickness.
where flooded evaporators are utilised they shall be provided complete with
marine type water boxes in order to facilitate maintenance, and refrigerant
isolation system.
The evaporator shall be built and tested in accordance with ASME code for
Unfired Pressure Vessels or other European Union recognised equivalent
standard.

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Condenser Coil - Direct expansion condensing coils shall be constructed of

15mm seamless copper tubes with aluminium fins mechanically bonded tubes
tested at 30 bar under water. Coils to have an integral sub-cooler circuit. The
coil surface area to permit low air velocity. Coils shall be dehydrated, pressure
tested with refrigerant and then sealed with holding charge of dry nitrogen. All
coils shall have an integral sub-cooling and external liquid receiver. Coils to
have factory applied anti-corrosive coating for highly saline environment and
shall be fitted with hail guard protection.
Condenser fans - Condenser fans shall be low speed of the propeller or axial
type. All fans shall be statically and dynamically balanced and factory tested
with the fan installed in the casing. Drip-proof protected motor with built-in
three-phase overload protection, to IP55 suitable for operation from -10C to
55C, factory mounted and wired. Fans to be supplied with antirust fan
guards and mounted on resilient mountings.
Control panel - The control panel shall be weatherproof with NEMA 4 or IP55
rating, mounted on the unit. It shall have two sections, one section for the
refrigerant controls and the other for the electrical controls. Power and starter
controls compartment access door must be mechanically interlocked with
disconnect switch.
The control panel shall be equipped with all controls required for a fully
automatic operation and protection of the chiller, including but not limited to,
differential oil pressure controls, high and low pressure, safety controls, signal
lights, capacity modulation, compressor lead- lag, temperature and sequence
of operation controls. The control module shall be microprocessor based
complete with diagnostics with BMS interfacing capabilities.
Isolation - spring type vibration isolators at least 99% efficient and 50mm static
deflection, shall be provided for mounting the unit.
Selection of the isolation system shall be carried out by the chiller
manufacturer and shall be supplied with earthquake restrictors ,sandwich base
or floating base, as approved by the Engineer.
Commissioning - The commissioning of the chillers shall be done by a

competent person of the Contractor or the Supplier, fully authorised by the
manufacturer and at least the following shall be reported to the Engineer (see
also Section 15504 for more information on commissioning procedures to be
followed)
PRESSURES
e)
Discharge and Suction pressures
f)
Differential oil pressure.
g)
Water pressure drop in the cooler.
WATER AND AIR FLOW

a)
Water flow through the heat exchanger

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b)
Airflow through condenser.
TEMPERATURES
c)
Ambient db and wb.
d)
Condenser entering and leaving.
e)
Water entering and leaving.
ELECTRICAL
f)
Power consumption.
g)
Voltage per phase.
h)
Running amps.
SOUND POWER
i)
Within the building rooms below the chillers.
j)
3m away from units.
AP 2.11 FRESH AIR HANDLING & FAN COIL UNITS

AP 2.11.1
FRESH AIR HANDLING UNITS
The air handling units shall be of the draw-through type with variable speed, self
contained including cooling coils, mixing box, 50mm thick washable permanent pre
filter and heat recovery pipe section, supply fans, condensate drain, eliminator etc.
as specified and as shown on drawings. For air handling unit sections are indicated
on the drawing.
The air moving, coil capacities, fan and other characteristics shall be as shown on
the drawings, and shall be ARI certified.
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Casing - Frame shall be made with anodised aluminium, or steel coated with
antirust paint, sections specially designed to avoid bridging. All casing panels
to be of substantial gauge steel metal) heavily protected against corrosion or
alternatively, anodised aluminium. It should be double skin of airtight design
with approximate thickness of 50mm for all units, high quality mineral wool,
sound and thermal insulation in between the two skins and inside the frame.
All panel sections shall be air tight and joint with a continuous neoprene
gasket. U-value not to exceed 0.65 w/mK.
As an alternative to the high quality mineral wool, other types of insulation
such as polyurethane may be accepted subject to the following:
Melting points of mineral wool is about 1100 1200 0C and should omit
hazardous and toxic gases.
The units for outdoor installation shall be fully weatherised and externally
sealed with permanent elastic sealing compound. Hinged access doors with
heavy-duty handles are to be provided on all compartments for maintenance
purposes. These shall be tightly sealed with neoprene gaskets.

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The unit shall include one-piece insulated drain pans, one under the coil
section and one under the fan section and shall have drain connections on
both sides.
All unit panels shall be chemically cleaned, spray painted baked and coated
with an additional exterior coat of enamel after final assembly.
The casing shall be designed so that assembling and disassembling of the
unit on site can be easily carried out.
Sections shall be supported on a painted metal base of a minimum height of
150mm. The units shall be properly secured on their base through rubber in
shear isolators. The base frame shall be constructed from galvanised steel
with adjustable feet.
All units, indoor or outdoor, shall be equipped with an explosion proof light
fixture, one per section, controllable from externally mounted light switch in the
fan section
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Motor - The Motor shall be especially designed for quite operation. It should
be totally enclosed, fan-cooled class F, suitable for 380V - 3phase - 50Hz.
Motor over load protection shall be provided to cut off electrical supply to the
motor when drawn current exceeds a pre-set value. Motor shall be mounted
on common, torsionally rigid galvanised steel base frame.
Fan - The unit fans shall be double width double inlet type with GI steel casing
backward inclined airfoil construction. Fan shall have a minimum balancing
accuracy of G 2.5. Fan shaft bearings shall be designed for at least 200,000
running hours life expectancy. All rotating parts shall be dynamically balanced,
individually and after final assembly. Bearings shall be mounted externally for
servicing without dismantling of unit. The shaft shall be designed for a critical
speed at least 10% higher than the maximum fan speed.
All fans shall be tested in accordance with AMCA 300 & 301 standard and all
components shall be factory approved by AMCA or other competent authority
and shall be currently catalogued product. Fan shall be tested AMCA 300
85.
The fan shall be reinforced with suitable bolted angle flanges or by any other
approved means to safeguard full rigidity of the unit.
The fan shall be belt driven with adjustable motor sheaf. Belts shall be of the
oil resistant V-type to suit horsepower transmitted.
The fan motor and belt drive shall be mounted on a robust beam frame
effectively separated from the unit casing by internal spring type anti-vibration
mountings, so that the vibration and noise from the units shall not be
transmitted to the building structure. Belt drive guard shall be factory supplied
and installed. Back curved fan should be coated with 60-micron epoxy
painting of high quality. Fan shall not exceed a maximum outlet velocity of 15
m/sec.

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The static resistance of the various systems have been calculated by the
Engineer and the Sub-Contractor shall be required to check and recalculate
the resistance in the system taking into consideration the resistance through
the equipment that is finally approved and satisfy himself that the resistance
figures for the fan is adequate. If necessary the total fan resistance shall be
adjusted and agreed with the Engineer. No claim shall be allowed by the
Engineer if the Sub-Contractor fails to fully acquaint himself with the
capabilities of the various systems. The fan shall have provision for connecting
variable frequency device.
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Sound attenuator - Sound attenuators shall be provided on all AHU/FAHU.

The sound attenuators shall consist of baffle elements of a non-flammable
sound absorption material of mineral wool retained by an outer layer of woven
glass fibre fabric. The sound attenuator shall be installed at both the inlet and
the outlet of each air-handling unit to maintain the specified sound pressure
levels.
Coils - Heating and Cooling Coils shall have capacities as shown on the
drawings.
The water coils shall be of the continuous aluminium plate fin and copper tube
type assembled in zinc - coated steel frame.
The coils shall be fitted with a sloping stainless steel dip tray (SS 304)
insulated with pitched slope with outside connection.
The coils shall be designed for a face velocity up to 2.5 m/s without any
condensate transfer away from the coil.
The coils shall be for a maximum working pressure of 16 bar and shall be
factory tested to at least 21 bar. The coil shall be fitted with connections for
vents and drains and they shall be brought to outside casing.
Mixing Box (if applicable)- The filter mixing box shall be of the high efficiency
type with opposed blade dampers for the recirculated, fresh and exhaust air,
as shown on the AHU schedule on the drawings, positioned across the short
dimension of each air - opening.
The mixing box shall be especially designed to provide high efficiency mixing
of air streams at different temperatures. The dampers shall have extended
shafts and galvanised pivot rods, suitable for the control sequence specified.
The blades of the dampers shall be airtight of airfoil design made of rigid,
double skin construction of painted galvanised steel or extruded aluminium
sections.
Filters- The pre-filter section shall contain 50mm thick throw-away heavy duty
filters, glass-fibres of progressive density, with 75%(EU4) arrestance
efficiency. Air face velocity through the filters shall not exceed 2m/s. Filter
frame shall be permanent type aluminium with pull-out hooks. Filter elements
shall be held in place with sturdy metal retainers.

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The bag filters shall be high capacity filters with dust spot efficiency of 85%
(EU7). They shall comprise of a corrosion resistant frame housing the filter
media, which shall be supported by a 3mm-dia. wire assembly, designed to
keep the media cartridge in a fully open position. The media cartridge shall be
preformed and shall consist of glass fibres. Filter shall be capable to operate
under high humidity conditions. The bag length shall not be less than 500mm.
Filter efficiencies shall be according to EUROVENT 4/5.
Filters shall be flame retardant to BS 5588.Pt. 9:1989. Pressure tappings
together with inclined manometers for visual indication of filters pressure drop
shall be provided before and after each filter. See Control section for any
additional tappings.
8
Heat Recovery Unit

k)
Rotary Heat Exchanger (Thermal Heat Wheel)

The wheel shall be made of layers of corrugated and intervening flat
aluminium foil of uniform width to ensure smooth surface. This wheel
material is bonded together to form a rigid transfer medium forming a
multitude of narrow channels thus ensuring a laminar flow. The rotary
heat exchanger shall be hygroscopic type for the transfer of sensible and
latent heat. The whole rotor shall be chemically treated by controlled
corrosion process to produce hygroscopic layer on aluminium foil. The
chemically attached layer should have high affinity to moisture. Precaoted aluminium foil should not be used.
The dessicant shall be water molecule selective and not migratory and
shall be molecule sieve 3A.
Rotor shall be mounted in a sturdy casing with an access door and
sealed against casing by means of wear resistant, adjustable seal. The
casing shall be equipped with purging sector. The wheel shall be
cleanable by spraying its surface with compressed air, low temperature
steam, hot water or by vacuum cleaning without affecting its latent heat
recovery properties. The casing shall be equipped with adjustable brush
seals which minimise carry-over to max 0.5-0.2%. The wheel shall be
belt driven along its perimeter. A constant speed drive motor shall be
used. The motors shall be mounted on a self adjusting base to provide
correct belt tension.
The rotary wheel should confirm to ASHRAE 84-78, EN 29001 and BS
7550.
For one-piece rotor, hub and spoke shall be in aluminium. On sectorised
rotor, hub made of steel, painted with anticorrosion paint, galvanised
sheet steel spokes.

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The directions of airflow through the rotor should be reversing

continuously to give excellent self-cleaning effect. In order to prevent
fouling and clogging of the rotor, a standard EU-4 filter (synthetic
washable) should be in position and the rotor should always be rotating
when the fans in the system are running. A double glass inspection
window should be provided in this section.
The Heat Recovery Wheel shall be constant speed. The HRW shall be
provided with speed detector.
AP 2.11.2
CHILLED W ATER FAN COILUNIT
Type - The fan coil unit shall be of the factory assembled, integral fan type with
chilled water cooling coil and shall be made for decorative type with filter back.
Capacity - Shall be as shown on the specification equipment schedules. Units

shall be ARI rated. All units shall be selected to achieve the specified duty and
noise criteria against an external static pressure of minimum 50 Pa at medium
speed. Contractors responsibility to select exact static pressure.
Chassis - The chassis shall be constructed of attractive backed on off white

enamel finish. All cold panel surfaces shall be covered with not less than
15mm thick coated glass fibre insulation 32 kg/m3.
Mounting - The concealed fan coil unit shall be securely attached to the
building structure and shall be set dead level in both directions.
Coil - The coil shall be constructed of aluminium fins mechanically bonded to

copper tubes. The minimum fin thickness shall be 0.115 mm and the tubes
shall not be less than 15 mm OD and the minimum wall thickness shall be 0.5
mm. Provide an air vent and drain plug in the coil. Coil shall be tested at 30
bar while submerged in water.
Drain pan - shall be provided under the cooling coil supply and return lines,
and valves. The pan shall be of sufficient size to catch all drippage of
condensation from any part of the unit. The drain pan shall be fabricated of
not less than 1.5 mm galvanised steel with all corners welded and coated with
antirust inhibiting paint. The pan shall be insulated with not less than 15mm
thick glass fibre insulation to effectively prevent condensation from the pan.
Fan and Motor The motor shall be Squirrel Cage with low starting torque. It
shall be multi-speed (min. 4 tappings) and have built-in thermal overload
protection. The fan shall be suitable for the external static pressures as
specified and as required for the installation shown on the drawings. Fans
shall be centrifugal type with aluminium or galvanised scroll, self-lubricating
bearings, mounted on resilient suspension for quiet operation.

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Temperature and Fan speed Control - The unit shall have wall mounted
temperature control unit, offering OFF / LOW / MEDIUM / HIGH fan speed
control and operating the 2-way valve. The control unit shall further
incorporate a manual changeover switch for Summer/Winter mode of
operation. See the Automatic Controls Section for more details.
Sound levels - Units shall be tested in accordance with ARI Standard 443-66.
"Standard for sound Ratings of Fan Coil Air conditioners" or ISO 3742.
Manufacturer shall submit Octave Band analysis from 125 Hz to 4000 Hz
showing sound power levels resulting in dB (A) not exceeding 55, based on
high speed in a "medium hard room". The Sub-Contractor shall take all
measures required so that the specified room noise levels are not exceeded.
10
Air filters - shall be accessible by dropping down bottom panel of the filter
back. Filter shall be 15-25mm permanent, cleanable aluminium mesh 65%
efficiency to ASHRAE 52/68 mod.72 or Eurovent EU2.
11
Valves - Each Fan Coil Unit shall be provided at least with one isolating and
one self balancing valve, in addition to the modulating control valve.
12
Electrical supply All FCUs shall be fitted with a purpose made electrical
connections compartment incorporating a surface mounted local electrical
isolator with ON/OFF indication. The compartment shall be made of
galvanised steel with minimum dimensions of 200mmLx120mmHx100mmD
with a front removable access panel. The box shall serve as power supply to
the FCU motor as well as the control components and shall incorporate all
necessary junction boxes, fuses, relays control valve transformer and all
available motor speed connections.
AP 2.12 FANS
7. Fans General
The static resistance of the various systems have been calculated by the Engineer
and the Sub-Contractor shall be required to check and recalculate the resistance in
the system taking into consideration the resistance through the ducts and equipment
that is finally ordered and satisfy himself that the resistance for the fan are correct.
If necessary the total fan resistance shall be adjusted and agreed with the Engineer.
No claim shall be allowed by the Engineer if the Sub-Contractor fails to fully acquaint
himself with the capabilities of the various systems.
All fans shall be selected for quite operation and their performance and noise levels
shall be tested in accordance to BS 848 part 1(1980) and 2(1985).
Attenuators shall be supplied where shown or where required to meet specified
noise levels. These shall be made of galvanised casing, suitably reinforced and the
internal sound absorbing material shall be effectively fixed to prevent loose material
carried away.

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Each fan impeller shall be carefully balanced, both statically and dynamically and
rigidly keyed to the fan shaft. The fan shaft shall be constructed from best quality 40
ton mild steel, each shaft being adequately sized to ensure that running speed is not
more than 55% of the first critical speed.
All the bearings shall be grease lubricated ball roller bearings. All necessary
precautions shall be taken to prevent the ingress of dirt and dust to the bearings,
and adequate facilities for bearings lubrication shall be furnished.
Any exposed fan inlets or outlets shall be protected with stout galvanised wire mesh
guards.
All fans shall be selected at a point of pressure volume curve, which allows for a
twenty per cent variation in volume, without operating in unstable range.
The Sub-Contractor shall furnish all fan driving motors, and these shall not run at
more than the recommended r.p.m. and be of the TEFC type motor.
The motors shall be selected for the fan duty specified taking into account the torque
required for starting the fans.
8. Duct Mounted Fans
Fans should be of high efficiency double inlet multi-vane impeller and direct
mounted electric drive motor. The motor should be attached to the fan scroll plate
via resilient mounts and the whole assembly should be tested and balanced. The
motors should have three speed settings.
Auto changeover controller should be provided and indication facility /volt free
contact should be provided such as power on, fan running and fan failure for
connecting with BMS system. Duty sharing facility should be provided. The
following accessories should be provided:
Top access panel
Flanged connections
Acoustically lined casing
Flexible connections
Matching duct attenuators, etc.

9. Axial Fans
All in-line axial fans shall have long galvanised casings with flanges. Casings to be
painted as required by the Engineer. The fans shall be of single or multi-stage
contra-rotating, construction.
The impellers shall be designed with a special airfoil section for maximum
performance and low noise characteristics. These shall be of die-cast aluminium
alloy construction. The impellers shall be assembled with plated set screws and
self-locking nuts.
For improved efficiency fans shall be supplied with inlet cones.
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The motors shall be speed controllable, TEFC, weatherproofed to IPP55. Output

and performance to comply with BS 5000, part 10, part 99 and IEC 34.1.
The fans shall be supported with approved type mounting feet or anchors, supplied
with vibration isolators.
10. Roof & Wall Fans
The impellers shall be of axial or centrifugal type constructed from aluminium alloy.
In the case of the axial fans, polypropylene impellers are also acceptable.
Fans to be supplied complete with bird screen, inlet guards, roof flashing or wall
mounting plate
The motors shall have thermal protection and shall be speed controllable, TEFC,
weatherproofed to IP55. Output and performance to comply with BS 5000, part 10,
part 99 and IEC 34.1.
AP 2.13 CHILLED WATER PUMPS
(a)
End-Suction Type
1
Water pumps shall be single stage with constant speed, base plate mounted,
centrifugal with flexible coupling. See pump schedule for more information on
pump selection and capacities.
Maximum Working Pressure 16 bar.
Maximum Working Temperature 120oC.
Pump casing to be of cast-iron construction with bronze or stainless steel

impeller, and stainless steel shaft running in lubricated ball bearings. Port
flanges shall be PN16. Pump shall be fitted throughout with renewable
wearing rings, provided with mechanical rotating carbon seal. Provide
drainpipe to floor drain and 20mm drain cock with pipe in pump casing
discharging into base plate. Pumps shall be set on a concrete pad 150mm
high.
Pump Motor shall be 380 volts 3 phase 50 cycles for motors 1 kW and over.
Motor speed shall be 1450 RPM and shall be of the totally enclosed fan
cooled type with internal fan circulating air between interior and exterior shell.
Motor shall be suitable for 45oC and 90% RH ambient conditions. All electric
motors shall be of the high efficiency type suitable for variable speed
operation. Protection to IP 55 with class F insulation.
Final Pump sizing (capacity and head) shall be the responsibility of the SubContractor based on the installed system configuration and final equipment
selection. Sub-Contractor shall submit all selections including pump curves
for single and parallel operation (official submittals by the manufacturer) to the
Engineer for approval prior to ordering. All sizes indicated on the pump
schedule are for bid purposes. Any deviation from the capacities given on the
contract drawings shall be at no extra cost to the owner.

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Noise and vibrations- The Sub-Contractor shall take all measures required so
that no vibrations are transmitted to the building structure and the specified
room noise levels are not exceeded
2. In-Line Type
Water pumps shall be of mono block design for vertical installation, vibration
free operation, single stage, and centrifugal type. See pump schedule for
more information on pump selection and capacities. Maximum Working
Pressure 12 bar. Maximum Working Temperature 120oC.
Pump casing to be of cast - iron construction of in-line design with bronze or

stainless steel impeller and stainless steel shaft running in lubricated ball
bearings with bronze shaft sleeve and a mechanical rotating carbon seal.
Pump shall be fitted throughout with renewable wearing rings. Suction and
delivery ports to have flanges with gauge tapping.
Pump Motor shall be for 220 volts, 1 phase, 50 cycles for motor up to 0.75KW
and 380 volts 3 phase 50 cycles for motors 1 kW and over. Motor shall be of
the totally enclosed fan cooled type with internal fan circulating air between
interior and exterior shell. Speed shall be 1450 RPM. Performance and size
frame shall conform to IEC standards. Motor shall be suitable for 45 oC and
90% R.H. ambient conditions. All electric motors shall be of the high efficiency
type suitable for variable speed operation. Protection to IP 55 with class F
insulation.
Final Pump sizing (capacity and head) shall be the responsibility of the SubContractor based on the installed system configuration and final equipment
selection. Sub-Contractor shall submit all selections including pump curves
for single and parallel operation (official submittals by the manufacturer) to the
Engineer for approval prior to ordering. All sizes indicated on the pump
schedule are for bid purposes. Any deviation from the capacities given on the
contract drawings shall be at no extra cost to the owner.
Noise and vibrations- the Sub-Contractor shall take all measures required so
that no vibrations are transmitted to the building structure and the specified
room noise levels are not exceeded
AP 2.13.1
EXPANSION SYSTEM
Expansion vessels shall control any change in volume due to expansion and
contraction and pressure fluctuations in the cooling system. The capacity and
pressure rating of the vessels shall be determined by the pump and/or tank
manufacturer to suit the specific requirements of the system. The SubContractor shall submit tank selections to Engineer for approval prior to
ordering. Sizes given on Tank schedules are for Bid purposes only.

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The steel pressure vessel to contain internally a durable India rubber bladder
complete fitting the interior shape of the vessel, containing the compressed air
buffer and separating it positively from the media liquid of the installation. The
rubber to be connected on the vessel by a flange and shall be of the
replaceable type.
Protection against excess air pressure shall be effected by means of a

certified pressure relief valve.
The filling of the system shall be effected by an automatic system, consisting

of isolating valve, strainer, pressure reducing valve, check valve and inlet
outlet pressure gauges.
Vessels to be factory supplied with a steel base and shall be suitably painted
red with heat resisting paint.
AP 2.13.2
MOTORS FOR HVAC APPLICATIONS
3. General
Motors over 500W shall be in accordance with British Standard 5000 Part 99 'The
Electrical Performance of Rotating Electrical Machinery or IEC-34-1, in respect of
mechanical details and British Standard 2757 'Classification of Insulatory Materials
for Electrical Machinery and Apparatus on the basis of Thermal Stability in Service'
or IEC-85 in respect of electrical details and the windings shall be as Class F,
derated as necessary in respect of the operating conditions.
All motors shall be in accordance with the requirements of the British Standards. All
motors shall operate satisfactorily under rated load at 10% rated voltage. Motors
shall be suitable for high ambient temperature of 60 degrees Celsius. Class "F",
except where they are in equipment that may be subject to higher temperatures e.g.
air handling units, where they shall be suitable for the operating conditions.
4. Load
Motors shall be capable of continuous operation at rated full load horsepower or
current without exceeding rated temperature rise at site conditions.
5. Service Factor
Motors, except totally enclosed, shall have a rated service factor of 1.15 minimum.
Totally enclosed motors may have a service factor of 1.0. Rated motor hp shall
exceed the calculated required Bhp of the driven equipment by 15% for single phase
motors and 10% for three phase motors.
6. Bearings & Wound:
Shall be mounted in protective housing and shall include fittings for adding, draining
and replacing the lubricant and removing cleaning and replacing the bearings.
Design shall prevent lubricants from entering the motor space during normal
operation and during lubrication.

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Two speed motors shall be double wound.

7. Electrical Characteristics
6
Building voltages for this project shall be:

220 volts
1 phase
50 Hz
380 volts
3 phase
50 Hz
All motors 250W and lower shall be 220 volt, 1 phase, 50 Hz, unless otherwise
specified.
All motors 350W and above shall be 380 volt, 3 phase, 50 Hz, unless
otherwise specified.
8. Enclosures & Starting
Open, drip-proof motor or totally enclosed, fan cooled motor unless otherwise
specified.
Split, package, room and small chilled water unit compressor motors shall be special
refrigerant gas cooled 3 phase motors arranged integrally with the compressors.
Motors up to and including 5kw shall be arranged for direct-on line starting and over
5kw shall be arranged for star/delta starting, except if otherwise required by local
authorities and/or approved by the Engineer.
The cold water pumps and centrifugal fan motors shall be specially arranged for
quiet running and have one size larger frame than standard to reduce magnetic
hum.
Generally, motors driving centrifugal fans through V-belts shall be arranged to run at
nominally 950 r.p.m.
Generally, motors driving pumps and compressors shall be arranged to run at
nominally 1450 rpm and shall be non-overloading.
9. Motor Starters
All motors shall be supplied with combined starter/ isolator switch units. Where it is
necessary to fit a second isolator, due to the remote location of the motor from the
starter/ isolator, it shall be supplied by the Sub-Contractor. The starters shall be
supplied by the manufacturer of all the panel and control boards.
Where motor starters are supplied by others, the Sub-Contractor shall install and
connect as a part of the Contract Works.
All starters shall be automatic unless otherwise specified.
Care shall be taken in installing each starter to ensure that it shall not be subjected
to excessive vibration during operation and ensure that overload settings are
correctly calibrated against the motor load after connection.
The Sub-Contractor shall demonstrate that the overload trips are correctly set to
afford protection to the motor.
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Each starter shall be housed in a dustproof casing, having front access door. Each
starter shall be complete with the following:
1
On-load isolators to isolate all power and control circuits simultaneously.
Thermal trips for overload.
Single phase preventors.
No-volt trip coils with auto reset.
All necessary auxiliary contacts, switches, etc.
Contactor coil arranged to operate off 220V line voltage A.C Supply.
An interlock relay fitted inside. The relays shall have a 24V A.C. 2 Watt
maximum coil, contacts rated for line voltage and equipment controlled, sealed
transparent cover, pin contacts and plug in base. The relays and the wiring
shall be arranged to bring the starter control in operation.
Ammeter with protective fuse for all 3 phase starters only.
Auxiliary contacts and fuses for feeding filter motors etc.
10
Control circuit fuses.
11
Remote/local control switch. This switch shall work in the 24volt control
circuits only and not the 220v line voltage contactor coil circuit.
12
Local ON/OFF or where duplicate motors with automatic changeover

ON/DUTY/STANDBY/OFF or where two-speed motor the ON shall be
replaced with HIGH/LOW switch. This switch shall work in the 24-volt control
circuit only and not the 220V line voltage contactor coil circuit.
13
220/240-volt double wound transformer. This transformer shall be supplied

from the switched side of the on-load isolator to ensure correct control and
signal indication. This transformer shall feed the control circuits and pilot lights
in the starter and the various control panels associated with the starter.
14
RUN/DUTY/STANDBY/FAULT or RUN/FAULT pilot lights or if a two speed

motor, then the RUN shall be replaced with HIGH/LOW.
The Sub-Contractor shall supply and fix all automatic starters for each item of
equipment and these shall be built into control panels.
Starters for motors rated at 5kW and over shall be star/delta.
Where particularly specified the Sub-Contractor shall supply and install an isolator
switch adjacent to each starter so arranged to achieve total isolation of the starter
for maintenance and other purposes.

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Each motor frame shall be provided by the Sub-Contractor with a substantial

terminal box so arranged for the reception of not less than 25mm OD Conduit. The
Sub-Contractor shall install circuits to the motors comprising PVC or Butyl rubber
insulated cable in conduit to a fixed position adjacent to each motor on the wall,
column steelwork or plinth. From each location to the motor terminal box the end of
the cable conductors shall be enclosed in PVC covered flexible conduit shall be
provided by inserting a BESA through box drilled to receive a bare copper earth wire
connected to the corresponding earth terminal provided on the motor frame.
All starters shall be equipped with suitable run/trip indication lights.
AP 2.13.3
VARIABLE SPEED DEVICES FOR PUMPS (IF APPLICABLE)
The system shall include the adjustable frequency drive(s),

sensor/transmitter(s), motor(s), and a programmable logic controller.
remote
The pumps shall be sized to meet duty system conditions as indicated on the
schedules and according to the specifications.
Submittal for approval for above pumps shall include a complete system profile
analysis (variable speed pump curves and system curve, motor and adjustable
frequency drive efficiencies, load profile and KW/HR drawn).
The pump manufacturer shall either supply the variable frequency speed control
system together with the pumps/fans or at least approve the system for the specific
application.
The adjustable frequency drives shall be controlled by the BMS through a local
stand-alone controller.
The controller shall select the analogue signal that has deviated the greatest amount
from its set point. This selected signal shall be used as the command feedback
input for a closed loop stabilisation function, which shall have the capability of
performing the proportional integral and derivative mode. The proportional function
shall have a range and shall be infinitely programmable within that range. The
integral function shall be also infinitely programmable and compatible with the adjustable frequency drives and the hydraulic/air system.
The system controller shall be capable of operating in automatic, manual or off-line
diagnostics mode.
The system shall also include a manual by-pass across the line adjustable
frequency drive.
The sensors shall send a signal to the controller indicative of process variable
conditions.
The controller shall compare each signal to the independent determined set points.
When all set points are satisfied by the process variable, the pump speed shall
remain constant at the optimum energy consumption level.
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The controller shall continuously scan and compare each process variable to its
individual set point and control to the least satisfied zone. As the worst case zone
deviates from set point, the pump/fan controller shall sent the appropriate analogue
signal to the adjustable frequency drive to speed up or slow down the motor.
The variable torque AC drive shall consist of an adjustable frequency controller
capable of driving a standard A/C induction motor.
The adjustable frequency drive shall convert 415V + 10%, three phase, 50Hz utility
power to an adjustable frequency output for speed control from 0-100 percentage of
base speed. The drive shall be modifiable to accept all standard input voltage from
200-500 VAC. The adjustable frequency control shall be designed exclusively for
variable speed applications.
The adjustable frequency drive shall produce adjustable frequency and voltage
output. To eliminate the need for isolation transformers and/or line suppression
equipment, input line filters shall be an integral part of the input section of the drive.
To minimise motor noise generation, the drive output shall be six step.
The pressure sensors shall have an adjustable span limit between 0 and 20 bars,
and shall have watertight electrical enclosure. All sensor wiring shall run in a
suitable conduit separate from power wiring to prevent interference with low voltage
sensor signals.
The flow sensors shall be insertion type flow transducers, located where indicated
by the Engineer. The transducer shall produce a voltage signal proportional to flow.
Accuracy shall be within + 1% of flow rate.
The transducer shall be capable of being inserted and removed when the pipe/duct
served is under pressure.
AP 2.14 VALVES
AP 2.14.1
(a)
GATE VALVES
BS 5154
15-50mm Gate valves:
Ends:
Threaded to BS 21
Stem:
Inside screw non-rising stem
Trim Material:
Manufacturers standard
Temperature:00C to 1200C
Pressure:
Pn16
Body:
Bronze

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Bonnet, Wedge and stem: Brass

2. BS 5150
65mm and above:
Ends:
Flanged to BS 4504
Stem:
Inside screw non-rising stem
Trim Material:
Manufacturers standard
Pressure:
Pn16
Body, Bonnet and Stuffing box assembly: Cast Iron

AP 2.14.2
(a)
GLOBE VALVES
DN 15 DN 50
Body:
Bronze according to DIN 1705 standard.
Brass Bonnet, Teflon impregnated gland packing.

Handwheel:
Metal
Disc with PTFE (Teflon) Seal
Temperature:
Maximum upto 1500C
Pressure rating:
PN16
2. 65mm and above

Body, Bonnet and Handwheel made of Cast Iron GG25.
Valve seat inside the body and sealing surface on the disc and stem should be
made of Stainless Steel.
Lengths and Leg Lengths should be according to DIN 3202 F1.
Dimensions and Tapping points of flanges according to DIN
Stem:
Rising Stem
Pattern:
Straight Pattern
AP 2.14.3
(a)
CHECK VALVES
15 MM 50 MM: Swing Type

Body:
Bronze
Inner Parts:
Brass
Temperature:upto 1200C
Pressure:
PN16

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2. 65 MM and Above: Swing Type

Body, Cover & Stuffing box assembly: Cast Iron (EN-GJL-250 DIN EN 1561)
Seat Rings:
Brass
Asbestos free gaskets.

Flanges to BS 4504 PN16.
CE marking according to directive 97/23/EC.
Pressure: PN16.
AP 2.14.4
(a)
Y STRAINERS
15 50 MM
Body:
Bronze
Bonnet:
Brass
Wire Basket:
Stainless Chromium Steel
Mesh Size:
To be 0.6mm (100 meshes/cm2)
Pressure:
PN16
2. 65 MM 150 MM
Body and Cover:
Cast Iron (EN-GJL-250 DIN EN 1561)
Wire Basket:
Stainless Steel
Mesh Size:
to be 1.5 MM
Asbestos free gasket.

Flanges According to BS 4504 PN16
Lengths According to DIN EN 558-1, Basic Series 1.
CE-marking according to directive 97/23/EC.
AP 2.14.5
(a)
DOUBLE REGULATING VAVE
15 50 MM
Body and Bonnet:
Bronze.
Stem and disc:
Brass resistant to dezincification (DZR)
Disc:
with PTFE seal.
Pressure test points: to be made of Brass

Ends: Threaded to BS 21

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2. 65 MM 150 MM
Body:
Cast Iron (GG 25 DIN 1691)
Bonnet and Disc:
Bronze
Stem:
Brass resistant to dezincification
Disc:
with PTFE seal.
Stem seal to have Double EPDM O-rings.

Flanges should be according to BS 4504
Lengths according to DIN 3202 F1 and BS 7350.
AP 2.14.6
(a)
Construction
Body:
Cast Iron
Disc:
Aluminium Bronze
Shaft:
316 Stainless Steel
Seats:
EPDM
Shaft Bushing:
Polyester
Shaft Packing:
Buna N
Upper & Lower Bearing:
Sintered Metal
Pressure:
Vacuum to 1200 kPa
Temperatures:
Minus 400C to 1200C
End Connections:
AS 2129 E & ANSI 150 as Standard
AP 2.14.7
(a)
BUTTERFLY VALVES
DYNAMIC BALANCING VALVES (AUTOFLOW VALVES)
General
The manufacturer of Dynamic Balancing valves shall have ISO 9001 certification for
Design, Manufacturing, Sale and Delivery. The valves shall have marking for
Country of Origin on the valve body (No stickers or plate to show the will be
accepted).
All valve parts including the Body and Cartridge should be manufactured in the
same factory (Cartridges manufactured and supplied by sub-suppliers will not be
accepted). Al cartridges should be tested for the flow and corresponding differential
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AP 2.14.8
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Autoflow valves shall automatically control specified flow rates with 5% accuracy.
Valves shall have replaceable cartridges with flow rates determined at the factory.
The flow cartridge shall be Tin-Nickel coated DZR Brass, which should be anti
corrosive. Each cartridge should be coded to indicate specific flow rate.
(a)
For sizes upto 40mm

The valve shall be made of hot stamped Brass and shall operate by means of an
automatic flow balancing flow rate cartridge, that is accessible without dismantling
the valve from the piping system. The valve should have integral isolating Ball valve
with union programmes and test points. The Cartridges shall be Tin-Nickel Coated
DZR Brass Cartridges with replaceable fixed orifice. The differential pressure range
should be 12-600kPa.
The pressure class shall be PN 25.
2. For sizes 50mm and above
The valve shall be made from Ductile iron GGG40 and shall operate by means of
one or more automatic balancing flow Cartridge(s). The flow rate cartridge shall be
able to maintain a constant flow at a differential pressure upto 600kPa.
The cartridges shall be Tin-Nickel coated DZR Brass Cartridges with replaceable
fixed Orifice. The differential Pressure range should be 13-600kPa.
The pressure class shall be PN 16.
AP 2.15 DUCTWORK AND ANCILLARIES

AP 2.15.1
GENERAL
The Sub-Contractor shall furnish and install all sheet metal work and appurtenances
indicated on the drawings or otherwise required to connect all ventilating and
air-conditioning equipment and accessories complete and ready for regular
operation and flexible connections between ducts and fans.
The drawings shall be adhered to as closely as possible but changes in duct routes
and shape if found necessary due to interference or other work shall be made
without extra charge. Dimensions shall be changed without decreasing cross
sectional area.
All ductwork shall be constructed of best quality cold, annealed, perfectly flat, hot
dipped galvanised mild steel (BS 2989, group II, clause "F" and BS115 and
amendments) material shall be clearly stamped and marked with grades and
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Ducts where shown circular shall be spirally - wound ducts fabricated to the sizes
shown on the drawings. All take-off, reducers, bends, dampers etc shall be
constructed with purpose made fittings. Use cross joints in accordance to DW 142
and tested to DW/TM1.
Minimum sheet thickness for sheet metal, ductwork method of construction, leakage
testing and all other details of manufacture and erection shall be as recommended
by the practical guide DW 142 and DW 143 as issued by the Heating and Ventilating
Sub-Contractor's Association of the U.K. and the latest amendments and revisions
coming into force during the time of preparing the tender.
Construction and erection of ductwork to any other standard or guide shall be
authorised in writing by the Engineer.
All ducts shall be free from "drumming" due to air-movement and truly air-tight under
all operating conditions. Where square elbows are shown, factory made turning
vanes shall be used. Long radius elbows shall be used in all other cases. Where
branch ducts take off at right angles to the mains, provide adjustable air extractors,
factory made.
All curves, bends, offsets and other transformations shall be made for an easy and
noiseless flow of air. Generally, straight transformations shall be made at an angle
not to exceed 15 degrees.
Volume dampers shall be provided on all main branches and/or as shown on the
drawings.
Provide hangers and supports throughout in accordance with DW 142, DW 151 or
DW191 as appropriate.
All ductwork, generally, shall be supported from the slab by galvanised straphangers
fastened to the slab construction by means of anchor bolts and approved type
inserts. Straps shall be not less than 4 mm by 25 mm flat iron spaced approximately
1200mm on centres and screwed or bolted to the duct or as otherwise directed by
the Engineer or shown on the drawings
Vertical ducts passing through floor shall be supported at each floor level by
40x40x4mm angles bolted or screwed to the ductwork and fastened to the floor slab
or sides of the shaft in an approved manner.
Access doors shall be installed in casings, plenum chambers and ducts where
shown and wherever else required for ready access to the operating parts of any
kind such as dampers, thermostats, valves, bulbs, etc. Doors shall be constructed
of steel angle frame with builders cleats and a double wall insulated door panel
fitted with a profiled rubber seal and handles. Provide access panels where
adjustable air-extractors/dampers cannot be reached through inlet or discharge
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Where the sheet metal connects to the intake and discharge of each fan or fan unit,
there shall be installed a flexible canvas connection which shall be securely
fastened to the apparatus and adjacent ductwork in such a manner that it may be
readily adjusted or replaced. Such canvas connection should have adequate length
to avoid any transfer of vibration. Flexible canvas connections shall also be installed
at all building expansion joints.
In cases where this canvas is exposed to adverse atmospheric conditions, the
material should be able to withstand such conditions. The Sub-Contractor shall
supply and install steel sleeves 4 mm thick where duct passes through wall or slabs.
The gap between the sleeves and the duct shall be filled with fire resisting material.
Sealing materials and method of use to comply DW/142, DW151 as appropriate.
Ensure ductwork does not come in direct contact with the building elements except
in case of the fire dampers, silencers and building frames. Isolate all supporting
members from ductwork and secure lining of 6mm thick rubber support by means of
adhesive.
Provide test holes at each side of all equipment for commissioning and upstream of
all dampers. Number of holes, maximum 4 (four), according to duct diameter.
Provide holes for all instruments and control equipment is required.
AP 2.15.2
CASINGS AND PLENUMS
All casings and plenum chambers shall not be less than 1.5 mm thick. All exposed
uninsulated ductwork shall have flat seams and be properly stiffened over 450 mm
width. Plenums for supply and return slot diffusers shall be supplied from the
manufacturers of the diffusers.
All joints in casings and plenum chambers shall be standing seam (screwed, bolted
or riveted) with angle bracing. Angles shall be screwed or bolted to the casing on
150 mm centres. Angles shall be spaced not more than 600 mm apart. All joints in
casing shall be completely airtight. Casings shall be arranged substantially as
shown on drawings, but shall be modified to the extent required to make fit filters,
coils etc.
Casing angles shall be securely fastened to the floor or ceiling construction by
means of expansion bolts.
AP 2.15.3
FLEXIBLE DUCTS
The flexible duct shall be suitable for high medium and low pressure applications
and shall comply with DW 142.
Duct shall be fire resistant and shall satisfy the requirements of BS 476 parts 6, 7
and 8.

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Duct shall be constructed from two layers of fabric with each layer being 3-ply
laminated (aluminium/polyester/aluminium) and supported by a high tensile steel
wire helix.
The flexible duct shall be site or factory insulated with 30 mm flexible fibreglass k
value 0.04 W/mK with density 30kg/m3 and covered by a tough, reinforced
aluminium fabric.
The fixing of the flexible duct to duct spigots shall be done with "Ovide clamps" and
all joints shall be sealed with sealant or duct tape recommended by the
manufacturer of the flexible duct.
The flexible duct shall have a maximum length of 1500mm.
AP 2.15.4
CONTROL DAMPERS
Type - The dampers shall be of the opposed blade, 100% shut-off type, suitable for
the static pressures shown on the drawings.
Frame - The damper frame shall be 2 mm zinc-coated steel and shall be provided
with mounting holes. The frame shall be roll-formed, interlocked, and welded at
corners. The frame shall be 100 mm, width minimum.
Blade - Blades shall be constructed of 2 mm roll formed, zinc-coated steel not to
exceed 150mm in depth and shall be formed with double 90 degrees bends to
insure positive air lock and maximum strength. Blades shall be felt tipped to insure
tight closure and noiseless operation. Where these are not motorised this shall be
supplied with normal control with position indicator and locking device.
Sections - Damper and damper frame may be made in one section up to 1200 mm
in width and 1000 mm height. Larger sizes shall be made in sections.
Linkage - The damper shall have dual blade linkage concealed in the jambs and
connected with steel rods.
The blades shall rotate on 12 mm diameter pivot assembly in permanently lubricated
bearings. Blades shall be capable of opening to a full 90 degrees and linkage shall
incorporate positive 90 degrees opening stop. Operation shaft shall be suitable for
motor operation. All dampers to be provided with position indicators. Where these
are not motorised, shall be supplied with handle and locking device.
Installation - The damper and damper frame shall be installed dead level in both
directions. The blades shall not touch any adjacent material throughout the full travel
of the blades. The damper and damper frame shall be installed so that there is no
torsion or twist in the frame to prevent smooth operation of the damper.
Pressure Drop - Pressure drop through the damper shall not exceed 5mm W.G. at
2.5m/s velocity based on the face area.
Final Adjustment - After installation, the damper shall be adjusted to the airflow
quantities shown on the drawings.
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Cleaning - The dampers and linkages shall be cleaned of all construction dirt. Any
debris or dirt that could cause binding shall be thoroughly removed.
Manufacturer - The damper, damper frame and linkage shall be the product of a
manufacturer regularly engaged in the production of high quality dampers.
Each motorised damper shall also have an airflow measuring device, linked to the
BMS.
AP 2.15.5
FIRE DAMPERS
Type - Dampers shall be manufactured to DW142 shall meet the local codes, the
standards of the "National Fire Protection Association" and shall comply with BS
476. Dampers shall be sized so that the free air space is not less than the
connected duct free air space. Location shall be as shown on drawings and as required by Local Authority.
Material - Frame shall be constructed to be unaffected by corrosion of high heat.
Mechanical parts shall have bronze or SS non-corrosive pins. When closed, the
dampers shall be held closed by a catch arrangement.
Fuse links - Fire dampers shall be arranged to close automatically and remain tightly
closed upon the operation of an approved fusible link or other approved heat
actuated device, located where readily affected by an abnormal rise of temperature
in the duct. Fusible links shall have a temperature rating approximately 30oC above
the maximum temperature that would normally be encountered when the system is
in operation or shut down.
Workmanship - Fire dampers shall be installed so as to provide the positive barrier
to passage of air when in a closed position. Dampers shall be installed so they shall
be self-supporting in case of duct destruction due to heat. Care shall be exercised
that the frame shall be set so that closing device shall not bind.
Access Hole - Suitable hand hole openings with tightly fitted covers shall be
provided to make accessible for inspection and maintenance, or resetting.
Manufacture - Fire dampers and access doors shall be the product of a
manufacturer regularly engaged in the production of high quality products.
All fire dampers shall be supplied with a visual indicator of the damper blade status,
which shall be shown externally on the false ceiling.
The level of cleanliness and protection internal to the ductwork shall be as defined in
HVCA document DW/TMC.

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AP 2.16 DUCT INSULATION

AP 2.16.1
MATERIAL:
The insulation used shall be Flexible Closed Cell Elastomeric Foam with the
following properties :1
Thermal conductivity ( ) BS 874 Part 2-86 ( DIN 52613, 52612, ISO 8497)
max. values.
-20 C 0.034 W / mK
0 C 0.037 W / mK
20 C 0.034 W / mK
Thermal Conductivity values shall be governed by a Third party Supervisory
Control Agreement, which shall be available for attestation of conformity
purposes.
Water Vapour Diffusion Resistant ( ) (DIN 53122 Part 2, DIN 52615).

7000 Water Vapour Diffusion Resistant ( ) values shall be governed by a
Third party. Supervisory Control Agreement, which shall be available for
attestation of Conformity purposes.
Water vapour permeability (BS 4370/2, DIN 52615) < 0.09 gm / Nh.
Closed Cell Content - > 90%.
Fire Rating:-
BS 476 Part 6 1989 ( Fire Propagation ) : Fire Index < 12 (Class O rated)
BS 476 Part 7 1987 (Surface spread of flame)
UNI 9174)
: Class 1 rated. (UNI 845
Reaction to Fire Certification shall be available for all commercial insulation

thickness upto and including 50mm.
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The FM (Factory Mutual) product approval should be available for the

insulation material.
Smoke & Toxicity (for public and high rise buildings).

The insulation product and system should meet the following requirements:
ASTM E622 Smoke density Dm < 400.
Carbon monoxide (CO) Concentration <1450 ppm.
Limit concentrations are in line with IMO requirements and AIRBUS
specification.
Corrosion risk assessment DIN 1988/7 certified.

Material should be nitrite free and contain no more than 0.2% of ammonia.
Insulating material for stainless steel must contain no more than 0.05% of
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Corrosion risk assessment values shall be governed by a Third party

Supervisory Control Agreement, which shall be available for attestation of
conformity purposes.
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AP 2.16.2
Noise reduction DIN 4109 upto 32dB(A).

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Manufacturer should be certified in accordance with ISO 9002/UNI EN 29002

which includes production control procedures and systems as a pre-requisite.
All tests should be conducted by independent, accredited institutes and the

supervisory (third party) control agreements should be available for attestation
of conformity purposes.
At all support points for the ducts, the Contractor shall provide hard wood
insulators or approved equal material subject to Engineers approval.
The insulation laggers shall be trained by the manufacturers local agents
before commencement of works. The manufacturers local agent shall visit the
site periodically to inspect the insulation work.
The insulation thickness shall be as follows :
Supply air ducts, extract air ducts, transfer duct etc. within the building and in
the return air path (i.e. all ducts in conditioned areas) to be 13mm thickness.
All ducts outside the building or not in return air path (i.e. all ducts in
unconditioned areas) to be 25mm thickness.
* Note :- Aluminum cladding / jacketing 0.6mm thick is to be applied on
insulation in areas with a high U.V. radiation e.g. areas exposed to sunlight. All
insulation in conditioned are to be wrapped with canvas cloth and apply two
coats of vapour barrier.
AP 2.16.3
METHOD STATEMENT FOR APPLICATION OF KAIMANNFLEX (K-FLEX)
INSULATION ON DUCTS
Clean area of duct to be insulated to make it dust free, apply thinner / cleaner
wherever necessary to make the area grease free.
Apply glue recommended by manufacturer with an even spread on complete

surface of insulation sheet.
Once the glue on the sheet gets dry, apply glue on the G.I. duct and let it dry,
then stick the sheet on one end and slowly press the sheet on the duct from
one end to the other so as to ensure that the sheet sticks on the G.I. duct
completely avoiding air bubbles between the insulation sheet and G.I. duct.
In areas where the G.I. duct comes in contact with the duct hangers, rigid
support is recommended such as section of wood. The wood piece should be
glued onto the duct hanger and a layer of rubber to be glued on the wood, so
that there is no direct contact between the duct insulation and the wooden
piece thus preventing tearing of the duct insulation.

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In case the positioning of the support is available in advance, wood by itself

can be used. In this case it has to be made sure that the insulation will be
glued to the wood from both sides accordingly. For proper wood thickness
selection please contact manufacturers representative.
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Method statement of application for outdoor usage: Avoid working under direct sunlight and exposure of glued joints to sunlight for
at least 12 hrs after glue application as sunlight prevents proper curing.
Prolonged Exposure of Kaimannflex elastomeric foam to direct sunlight is not
recommended as this will eventually result in deterioration of the surface.
Do not keep the glue under direct sunlight as this will result in rapid
evaporation of the solvent and affects the performance of the glue.
AP 2.17 AIR OUTLET AND INLET

AP 2.17.1
GENERAL
All grilles-registers and diffusers shall be constructed from extruded aluminium with
factory baked on colour to the Engineers approval. For tender purposes, SubContractors shall assume a white colour (RAL 9010).
The duct behind all grilles, registers and diffusers shall be painted black to obstruct
the sight behind the fitting.
All grilles registers and diffusers shall be suitable for concealed fixing. No screws
shall be used on the front frame of the same.
The Sub-Contractor shall co-ordinate the location of diffusers, ceiling lights and any
other ceiling mounted fittings and shall produce working drawings to indicate the
position of the diffusers relative to these. Lengths of diffusers although stated on the
drawings are indicative only and the Sub-Contractor shall confirm exact length from
false ceiling layouts. Corner pieces and end caps shall be provided as shown on
the drawings and as required.
Sub-Contractor shall make sure that air velocity at occupancy level does not exceed
0.445 m/s. Blades on supply grilles and diffusers shall have a profile for
aerodynamic performance and minimal noise, generation.
Apply protective
wrapping prior to dispatch to site.
All grilles, registers diffusers, shall be supplied from a well known reputable
manufacturers specialising in this field.
AP 2.17.2
SUPPLY GRILLES
Shall be double deflection with horizontal face bars and vertical rear bars complete
with damper, rubber gasket between the periphery of the register and the building
surface. The effective area of the register shall be not less than 80%. Bars shall be
adjustable and shall hold deflection setting under all conditions of velocity and
pressure.
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The damper shall be of the opposed blade type and shall be key operated with a
detachable key. An adequate number of keys shall be furnished for these registers.
AP 2.17.3
RETURN OR EXHAUST GRILLES
Shall be of the single deflection with fixed horizontal front bars complete with rubber
gasket. The grilles shall have the horizontal front bars set at an angle of 35 degrees
downward where installed below 1500mm and 35 degrees upward where installed
more than 1500 mm from the floor. Exhaust grilles to have volume control damper.
Effective area of the grilles not to be less than 75%.
Return or exhaust grilles to be similar to supply grilles if in the same space.
AP 2.17.4
DOOR GRILLES
Adjustable frame from 25 mm to 65mm to fit on wooden doors. V-blade design shall
not permit vision through the grille. Spacing between inverted V-blades shall not be
more than 12mm and the grille free area not less than 65% Aluminium extruded
frame shall have a rounded edge with all corners mitred and rigidly staked to angle
corner piece.
AP 2.17.5
FRESH AIR LOUVERS
Frame and blades shall be heavy gauge, sturdy construction from anodised extruded aluminium. Louvers shall be fitted with insect/vermin screens, constructed of
galvanised steel, wire woven to form fine square mesh, fitted into a stainless steel
angle frame. Fresh air louvers fixed at the elevations of the building shall be
coloured to the approval of the Engineer.
AP 2.17.6
LINEAR SLOT DIFFUSER
The air terminal shall be finished in powder coated to BS approved colour / RAL
colour or be satin anodised as determined by the Engineer prior to sample being
given.
Each slot of the diffuser houses rotating air control cylinders, which can be adjusted
in 150mm partitioned increments to provide horizontal, alternating and angular
patterns.
The diffuser shall be capable of blanking off from the face by rotating the cylinders
without the introduction of additional blanking plates.
The slot diffuser range should include three standard airway widths, 10mm, 15mm
& 24mm, each with control blades available in white or black.
Alternative standard border styles shall be include integral and slid-in with a range of
end caps to suit.
The plenum box should be available with 1st and 2nd fix options and shall be of
shouldered constructions.
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The plenum and slot diffuser shall be of a low height construction as standard, with
an unlined height of a 4-slot unit not exceeding 283mm for 1st fix and 308mm for 2nd
fix.

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AP 3 : AUTOMATIC CONTROL SYSTEM (IF APPLIABLE)

AP 3.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
An integrated BMS system shall be provided. All items of MEP equipment except
FCUs in each apartments shall be addressable via the BMS central interface station
with the ability to report, monitor, interrogate and modify set points. The BMS
system is equipped with a modem facility in order to notify and report equipment
failure and/or other data as required, to a remote location.
The system shall be designed not only to achieve maximum possible savings in
energy but also to receive full data on the performance of the main equipment for
maintenance purposes.
The BMS shall interface with the Fire Alarm system in order to shut down all AHUs
in the event of a fire.
The system shall be linked with other items of the installation and the lighting control
system in order to monitor their operational status.
The system shall generally provide the following functions:
AHU operation and optimisation.
On/Off control of selected equipment in accordance with given programme.
Optimum start-stop.
Maximum Demand Control.
Duty Cycling.
Alarm and Fault Indication.
Electrical panel status, DB status
External Lighting control and operation
Fire fighting pump and transfer pump control status
Status and control of all LV system.
Management Reports.
AP 3.2 DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION

AP 3.2.1 AHUS WITH HEAT
RECOVERY WHEEL
This AHUs shall comprise of exhaust fan with damper and supply fan with fresh air
damper, CHW cooling coil with 2-way modulating valves, filter bank & heat recovery
wheel.

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The BMS shall takeover the operations of the AHUs when the Hand-Off-Auto switch
is in the AUTO position. The AHUs shall be switched on automatically as per the
dictates of the time channels defined in the DDC controllers. Under normal
conditions the AHUs shall run in the AUTO mode. The AHUs shall run in the
hand mode only for testing purposes.
Temperature sensor shall be located in the supply air duct. The space temperatures
shall be maintained at the desired set point via the 2-way modulating valve located
on the chilled water coil.
Differential pressure switches are located across the filters (one across each filter
bank). In case the filter is clogged beyond the value set in the differential pressure
switch, a contact is made which the DDC controller recognizes. The DDC controller
raises an alarm after a pre-determined time delay.
The overload trip condition of the motor is monitored at the DDC controller via a
volt-free contact from the Motor Control Centre.
The motor control centre serving the AHU shall have the "HAND-OFF-AUTO"
switches. The airflow switch (AFS) is mounted across the exhaust and supply fan to
detect airflow. The airflow switch is connected to a digital input of the DDC controller.
Motorised dampers shall be provided in the fresh air and exhaust air duct and these
2 dampers shall be operated On/Off as per the FAHU operations.
The BMS shall monitor the ambient temperature/humidity and the treated air inlet
temperature after the plate heat exchanger.
When the fire alarm panel relays a fire alarm to the DDC panel the DDC controller
will shut down the AHU.
The DDC controllers for these AHUs shall be housed in a separate compartment of
the AHU MCC.
In addition to the functions normally carried out by the BMS the following information
shall also be provided at the head-end:
a)
Fan(s) running / fail status.
b)
Fan speed as a percentage of maximum speed, and inverter output.
c)
Supply air temperature.
d)
Return air temperature.
e)
Duct mounted pressure sensors reading.
f)
Panel filter pressure drop.
g)
Bag filter pressure drop.
h)
Fresh air volume flowrate and damper position as a percentage of fully

open position.
i)
Exhaust air fan run/fail status.
j)
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The controls shall be programmed to operate the AHUs as per following modes.
3. Normal mode:
As described above
4. Night setback mode:
The fresh air shall work at low speed & all exhaust air fans shall be switched off
except toilet extract fan.
The supply air temperature from the AHUs shall be 16.0 deg C.
5. Fire mode:
Upon activation of the fire alarm system, a volt-free contact situated within the
associated MCC panel shall switch off the AHUs, fresh air and exhaust air fans
through hardwiring (not through software).
AP 3.2.2 CHILLED WATER PUMPS
The chilled water system consists of 3 pumps (2 Duty +1 Stand By) .The pumps are
VFD driven.The BMS shall monitor the H-O-A switch Auto Position, Run Status,
Trip Alarm via volt free signals from the MCC panel. A constant pressure is
maintained in the chilled water circuit by modulating the speed of the pumps, which
are controlled by the VFDs. The speed of the pumps shall be modulated as per the
pressure variations caused in the circuit, which are monitored by the pressure
sensors mounted at 2/3rds of the index circuits. The BMS shall also monitor the
VFD speed feedback, VFD Trip Alarm & VFD Common Fault
AP 3.2.3 EXTRACT FAN
These fans shall be under the control of the BMS. The extract fans shall receive
start/stop command from the DDC controller via pre-determined time channels, but
only when the hand-off-auto switch is in auto position. The airflow status of the fan
shall be monitored on BMS. The overload trip status of these fans shall also
monitor by the BMS via volt free contacts from the motor control centers.
AP 3.2.4 FAN COIL UNITS
The fan coil units comprise filter, supply fan and a cooling coil. The FCU shall be
controlled by a FCU controller mounted in the conditioned space. The controller
should have a built-in temperature sensor, with set point adjustment, fan speed
selection switch and a digital display.
The wall-mounted controller shall sense the space temperature and compare it with
the set point signal desired by the occupant.
The controller shall compare these two signals and shall generate a linear
proportional output based on the difference in the two values. This cooling output is
fed to the 2-port modulating valve, in a way to achieve the desired room
temperature.
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AP 3.2.5 FAN COIL UNITS LIFT LOBBIES AND SERVICE ROOMS
The fan coil units comprise filter, supply fan and a cooling coil. The FCU shall be
controlled based on a return duct temperature sensor .The room unit shall be used
only to adjust the set point. The temperature controller shall be mounted in the control
box near the FCU. The duct temperature sensor shall relay the temperature input to
the controller and the set point signal shall be relayed to the temperature controller via
the same bus, which connects the room unit to the controller.
The controller on comparing these two signals shall generate a linear proportional
output based on the difference in the two values. This cooling output is fed to the
two-port modulating valve, in a way to achieve the desired room temperature.
AP 3.2.6 LIFTS
The "Healthy status of the Lift shall be monitored through volt free contact from the
respective panels. In addition to the above, Passenger Car / Cabin alarm for the
individual lifts shall also be monitored. The electrical panel manufacturer shall
render all the digital signals to the BMS as volt free signals.
AP 3.2.7 LV PANELS
The breaker "Trip Alarm, Breaker ON Status & Breaker OFF Status shall be
monitored through volt free contact from the respective panels. The electrical panel
manufacturer shall render all the digital signals to the BMS as volt free signals.
AP 3.2.8 CHILLED WATER ENERGY METERING
The BMS shall monitor the thermal energy at the chilled water inlet of each
apartment as indicated on the chilled water schematic drawings.
AP 3.2.9 POWER MONITORING
The BMS shall monitor the Kw-Hr for the MDBs as indicated on the schematic
drawings.
AP 3.2.10
FIRE ALARM SYSTEM
There shall be a software interface connecting the fire alarm system to the BMS via
industry standard open protocols depending upon fire alarm system installed.
AP 3.2.11
EXTERNAL LIGHTING CIRCUITS
The DDC controller shall control the lighting circuits via time based ON/OFF
command to the lighting circuits DBs

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AP 4 : LIST OF APPROVED MANUFACTURERS
ITEM
MANUFACTURER
LOCAL AGENT
CHILLER (R134A)
TRANE
CARRIER
YORK
TRANE
CARRIER
YORK
WEST AIR
EUROCLIMA ITALY
CARRIER
YORK
SAIF INTL GROUP

FAISAL JASSIM
CARRIER
YORK
CHILLED WATER PUMPS
TACO- USA
ITT BELL & GOSSET USA
SPP
ENERGY INTL
FAISAL JASSIM
AL SAGAR TRADING
PRE-INSULATED DUCT
ALP
P3 GROUP
PAL
FAISAL JASSIM
P3 DUBAI
DRAKE & SCULL DUBAI
SEAGULL TARD DUBAI
G I SHEETS METAL
(IF APPLICABLE)
ISCOR STEEL - SOUTH

AFRICA
NISHIN - JAPAN
KOBE CO.- JAPAN
EUROPIPE
HEPWORTH
DURAPIPE
FIKREE PIPE
AHUs
FAHUs & FCUs
ABS PIPES FOR

CHILLED WATER
SYSTEM
BIN DASMAL
JUMA AL MAJID

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11
12
13
SOUND ATTENUATORS
EXHAUST & VENTILATION

FANS
CHEMICAL DOSING
SYSTEM WITH
CHEMICALS (CHILLED
WATER)
PRESSURISATION UNIT
GRILLES, DIFFUSERS,
AND SAND LOUVRES
BINDER TEST POINT
ALUMINUM TAPES
SAFID SAUDI ARABIA

SEAGUL NOISE
CONTROL UK
SOUND ATTENUATORS LTD.
- UAE
INTER TECHNO DUBAI
PENN VENTILATOR
LOREN COOK USA
DYNAIR
ENERGY INTERNATIONAL
SAIFMIDDLE EAST
HIRA TRADING
WATER BIRD
WATER BIRD
CLEVER BROOKS
FAISAL JASSIM
HOUSEMAN
CORODEX TRADING
HOLDEN & BROOKE
IMEC-SHARJAH
IBAIONDO - EUROPE
CHEQ POINT
PILLINGER
DANWAY
TECHNALCO UAE
METAL AIR
TROX
TUTTEL & BAILLEY USA
AIR MASTER
SEAGULL TRADING- DUBAI

GULF ACCOUSTICS DUBAI
TECHNALCO UAE
ENERGY INTL
AL AMANA TRADING
SAIFMIDDLE EAST
AIR MASTER
HOLMES
IMEC
ECONOSTO
ECONOSTO
INDUSTRIAL HANGER
FIKREE PIPE CO.
ADVANCED-U.K
ASTIC GENERAL TRADING
IDEAL USA
MEAPTASHI CORP.
P.P.C. AUSTRALIA
INTERTECHNO

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FIRE DAMPERS & VCDS
TECHNALCO UAE
AIR MASTER
AIRDYNE UAE
ACCESS DOOR
AIR MASTER
SEAGUL TRADERS UAE
TECHNALCO - UAE
TECHNALCO FUJEIRAH
AIR MASTER
RAPID COOL - DUBAI
AIR MASTER
SEAGULL TRADING- DUBAI
GULF ACCOUSTICS - DUBAI
AIR FILTERS
BINAIR UAE
FCR- ITALY
BINAIR-DUBAI
RAPID COOL TRAD.- DUBAI
ADHESIVE
NAPCO UAE
FOSTER UK
KOOLTERM - UK
NAPCO SHARJAH
BIN DASMAL DUBAI
ZAINAB AIR CONT. - DUBAI
SAIF MIDDLE EAST DUBAI
HONEYWELL - DUBAI
STAEFA DUBAI
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DIGITAL ROOM
THERMOSTAT
KING - USA
HONEYWELL USA
STAEFA & SIEMENS GERMANY
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FLEXIBLE DUCT
CONNECTIONS
DURA DYNE USA

ZEST - UK
HIRA TRADERS SHARJAH

ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY DUBAI
VALVES, STRAINERS
HATTERSLEY UK
NIBCO (USA)
ECONOSTO - Holland
AL AMANA TRADG DUBAI

ENERGY INTL
ECONOSTO
DYNAMIC BALANCING
VALVES
CRANE UK
FRESE DENMARK
CONTROFLOW
T.P.C. - DUBAI
TECHNOFLOW DUBAI
AL AMANA TRADING
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A. AIR VALVES
SPIRAX SARCO - UK
FLAMCO - HOLLAND
ECONOSTO - HOLLAND
TECH PARTS DUBAI

MEPTASHI SHARJAH
ECONOSTO
VIBRATION ISOLATORS
MASON USA
UNISON USA
KYNETICS - USA
ENERGY INTERNATIONAL
FAWAZ REFRI & AC
FAISAL JASSIM
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EXPANSION JOINTS /
FLEXIBLE CONNECTION
TOZEN JAPAN
UNISON KOREA
VIBRATION CO. - USA
TECH PARTS DUBAI

FAWAZ REFRI & AC DUBAI
MEAPTASHI CORP.
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THERMOMETERS AND
PRESSURE GAUGES
WEISS
VIBRATION M CO, - USA
ENERGY INTL
ECONOSTO - SHARJAH
CONTROLS
HONEYWELL USA
ERIE CONTROLS USA
STAEFA SIEMENS
HONEYWELL SHARJAH
SAIF MIDDLE EAST
STAEFA SIEMENS
MOTOR CONTROL
CENTRE
SIEMENS GERMANY
KLOCKNER MOLLER
ABB - UK
SCIENTECHNIC DUBAI
JUMA AL MAJID DUBAI
FAISAL JASSIM - DUBAI
HANGERS & SUPPORTS
WEICCO INDIA
FLAMCO HOLLAND
UNISON - KOREA
LAMINAR AIR CONDITION

DUBAI
HIRA TRADERS SHARJAH
FIBRE GLASS PIPING

INSULATION
URSA EUROPE
KIMMCO
ISOVER
SAIF MIDDLE EAST

KIMMCO DUBAI
ISOVER
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KIMMCO - DUBAI
DUCT, ACCOUSTIC LINER
KIMMCO INSULATION
KUWAIT
MANSON - UK
ELASTOMERIC FOAM
INSULATION
(IF APPLICABLE)
KAIMANNFLEX ITALY
ARMAFLEX
EURUBATEX
UNIGULF
BINDASMAL
GULF REFRIGEATION
BTU METER
SONTICS SWITZERLAND
EQUAL OR APPROVED.
SAIF MIDDLE EAST
HONEYWELL USA
STAEFA & SIEMENS
GERMANY
HONEYWELL - DUBAI
STAEFA DUBAI
BMS (IF APPLICABLE)
INVENSIS CONTROL
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VAV (IF APPLICABLE)
TUTTEL & BAILEY - USA

EQUAL & APPROVED
LEMINAR AC
INVENSIS
SAIF MIDDLE EAST

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Volume 3 MEP Specifications

Particular Air Conditioning & Ventilating Services

CODES AND STANDARDS.................................................................................................... 2

EXTERNAL DESIGN CONDITIONS.......................................................................................2

INTERNAL DESIGN CONDITIONS........................................................................................ 2

FRESH AIR SUPPLY.............................................................................................................. 3

AP 2 : MECHANICAL ENGINEERING SERVICES.....................................................4

VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (VAC)....................................................4

THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM.......................................................................................4

FRESH AIR SUPPLY.............................................................................................................. 5

CHILLED WATER SYSTEM................................................................................................... 7

NOISE AND VIBRATION CONTROL......................................................................................9

CHILLED WATER PIPE INSULATION....................................................................................9

REFRIGERATION AND EQUIPMENT..................................................................................11

FRESH AIR HANDLING & FAN COIL UNITS.......................................................................14

AP 3 : AUTOMATIC CONTROL SYSTEM (IF APPLIABLE).....................................40

AP 4 : LIST OF APPROVED MANUFACTURERS....................................................44

Project : Al Abbas Twin Building on plot no.22-008, Dubai Silicon Oasis

Volume 3 MEP Specifications

CODES AND STANDARDS

Dubai Silicon Oasis Regulations.

Dubai Civil Defence Regulations.

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority Regulations.

British Standards and Codes of Practice.

The Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) Guide books.

American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Engineers

American Society of Mechanical Engineers.

Institute of Plumbing Data guide book.

National Plumbing Code.

Institution of Electrical Engineers.

Any other related Local Authority Regulations

EXTERNAL DESIGN CONDITIONS

46oC dry bulb, 30oC wet bulb

8oC dry bulb

INTERNAL DESIGN CONDITIONS

23oC 1.5oC dry bulb 50 % nominal Relative Humidity

20oC 1.5oC dry bulb

Volume 3 MEP Specifications

24oC 1.5oC dry bulb

20oC 1.5oC dry bulb

FRESH AIR SUPPLY

Shops and Offices

8-12 Air Changes per Hour, depending on room usage.

8-10 Air Changes per Hour

10-15 Air changes per hour

Pantry and toilets

Project : Al Abbas Twin Building on plot no.22-008, Dubai Silicon Oasis

Volume 3 MEP Specifications

AP 2 : MECHANICAL ENGINEERING SERVICES

VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (VAC)

AP 2.3 THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

Project : Al Abbas Twin Building on plot no.22-008, Dubai Silicon Oasis

Volume 3 MEP Specifications

FRESH AIR SUPPLY

AP 2.4.1 THE VENTILATION SYSTEM

The ventilation system shall be designed to maintain a positive pressure in the

Digital display and set points

Project : Al Abbas Twin Building on plot no.22-008, Dubai Silicon Oasis

Volume 3 MEP Specifications

Project : Al Abbas Twin Building on plot no.22-008, Dubai Silicon Oasis

Volume 3 MEP Specifications

CHILLED WATER SYSTEM(OFFICE BUILDING)

AP 2.7.1 CHILLED WATER PIPING (ABS)