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230000MSBA Accelerated Repair Program RK Finn/Ryan Road and Leeds Elementary Schools Northampton, Massachusetts HVAC 23 00 00 - i SECTION 23 00 00 HVAC (Filed Sub-Bid Required) PART 1 - GENERAL ......................................................................................................................................1 1.01 GENERAL PROVISIONS .................................................................................................................1 1.02 RELATED DOCUMENTS .................................................................................................................2 1.03 SUMMARY OF WORK .....................................................................................................................2 1.04 RELATED WORK .............................................................................................................................2 1.05 CODES, ORDINANCES, AND PERMITS ........................................................................................3 1.06 QUALITY ASSURANCE ...................................................................................................................3 1.07 CONTRACT DRAWINGS .................................................................................................................4 1.08 NOTIFICATION OF RELATED TRADES .........................................................................................4 1.09 MECHANICAL INSTALLATIONS .....................................................................................................4 1.10 CUTTING AND PATCHING .............................................................................................................5 1.11 SUBMITTALS ...................................................................................................................................5 1.12 SUBSTITUTIONS .............................................................................................................................5 1.13 PRODUCT LISTING .........................................................................................................................6 1.14 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING ........................................................................................6 1.15 WARRANTIES ..................................................................................................................................6 1.16 SELECTIVE REMOVAL OF HVAC EQUIPMENT ............................................................................6 PART 2 - PRODUCTS ...................................................................................................................................7 2.01 EXISTING EQUIPMENT ..................................................................................................................7 2.02 POWER AND GRAVITY VENTILATORS ........................................................................................7 2.03 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT .............................................8 2.04 METAL DUCTWORK .................................................................................................................... 10 2.05 DUCTWORK ACCESSORIES ...................................................................................................... 11 2.06 ROOF LOUVERED GRAVITY RELIEF HOODS ........................................................................... 13 2.07 REFRIGERANT PIPING AND ACCESSORIES ............................................................................ 14 2.08 AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (DDC) ..................................................................... 16 PART 3 - EXECUTION ............................................................................................................................... 16 3.01 INSTALLATION OF EXISTING EQUIPMENT ............................................................................... 16 3.02 INSTALLATION OF POWER AND GRAVITY VENTILATORS ..................................................... 16 3.03 INSTALLATION OF METAL DUCTWORK .................................................................................... 17 3.04 INSTALLATION OF DUCTWORK ACCESSORIES ...................................................................... 18 3.05 INSTALLATION OF ROOF GRAVITY RELIEF HOODS ............................................................... 19 3.06 INSTALLATION OF REFRIGERANT PIPING & ACCESSORIES ................................................ 19 3.07 INSTALLATION OF AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (DDC): ................................... 19 END OF INDEX MSBA Accelerated Repair Program RK Finn/Ryan Road and Leeds Elementary Schools Northampton, Massachusetts HVAC 23 00 00 - 1 SECTION 23 00 00 HVAC (Filed Sub-Bid Required) PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 GENERAL PROVISIONS A. Attention is directed to the CONTRACT AND GENERAL CONDITIONS and all Sections within DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS which are hereby made a part of this Section of the Specifications. B. Time, Manner and Requirements for Submitting Sub-Bids: 1. Sub-bids for work under this Section shall be for the complete work and shall be filed in a sealed envelope with the ________________________ at a time and place as stipulated in the "NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS". The following should appear on the upper left hand corner of the envelope: NAME OF SUB-BIDDER: (Insert name of sub-bidder) PROJECT: ((Insert project number from top of page)) SUB-BID FOR SECTION: 23 00 00 – HVAC 2. Each sub-bid submitted for work under this Section shall be on forms furnished by the ________________ as required by Section 44F of Chapter 149 of the General Laws, as amended. Sub-bid forms may be obtained at the office of the ________________, or may be obtained by written or telephone request; telephone _____________. 3. Sub-bids filed with the _____________________ shall be accompanied by BID BOND or CASH or CERTIFIED CHECK or TREASURER'S CHECK or CASHIER'S CHECK issued by a responsible bank or trust company payable to the ____________________ in the amount of five percent of the sub-bid. A sub- bid accompanied by any other form of bid deposit than those specified will be rejected. C. Sub Sub-Bid Requirements: Class of Work: Reference Section Sheetmetal & Accessories 2.04, 2.05, 2.03, 3.04 D. Reference Drawings: The Work of this Filed Sub-Bid is shown on the following Contract Drawings: M1.0(Leeds Elementary Schools), M2.0(Leeds Elementary Schools), M2.1(Leeds Elementary Schools), M2.2(Leeds Elementary Schools), M1.0 (K Finn/Ryan Road), M2.0 K Finn/Ryan Road), M2.1 K Finn/Ryan Road), M2.2 K Finn/Ryan Road) MSBA Accelerated Repair Program RK Finn/Ryan Road and Leeds Elementary Schools Northampton, Massachusetts HVAC 23 00 00 - 2 1.02 RELATED DOCUMENTS A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section. B. Examine all Drawings and all Sections of the Specifications for requirements and provisions affecting the work of this Section. 1.03 SUMMARY OF WORK A. The work described herein shall be interpreted as work to be done by the HVAC Subcontractor. Work to be performed by other trades will always be specifically referenced to that trade. B. This Contractor to raise equipment from existing curbs for flashing purposes. Disconnect and reconnect all ductwork, power wiring, ATC wiring, refrigerant piping, hot water piping, and insulation associated with ductwork and piping. This contractor will also be removing when no longer needed, all temporary lifts, hoists, staging, scaffolding, rigging, labor and materials, and temporary support to perform all operations in connection and disconnection of this work. C. Without limiting the generality thereof, the work to be performed under this Section includes: 1. Lifting existing HVAC equipment and appurtenances from the roof to accommodate the roof replacement project. 2. Providing roof curb extensions as required to accommodate desired mounting heights of equipment in original locations upon completion of roof replacement project. 3. Providing necessary extensions to HVAC equipment and appurtenances to reconnect original equipment to existing HVAC systems in the building. 4. Reinstallation of original equipment in original locations upon completion of installation of new roof. 5. Providing original equipment in original locations for complete and operable HVAC systems. D. Furnish all labor and material associated with sealing and fire safing of mechanical systems. 1.04 RELATED WORK A. Cutting beyond the requirements as stated herein, and patching of all openings regardless of size, is specified in the respective Sections of the trade responsible for furnishing and installing similar new materials. B. For power wiring of mechanical equipment refer to Section 260000 - ELECTRICAL. MSBA Accelerated Repair Program RK Finn/Ryan Road and Leeds Elementary Schools Northampton, Massachusetts HVAC 23 00 00 - 3 1.05 CODES, ORDINANCES, AND PERMITS A. Perform all work in accordance with the requirements of the City of Northampton Building Department, State of Massachusetts Building Code, and applicable State and Federal Laws. Give all requisite notices, file all requisite plans, and obtain all permits required to perform HVAC Work. Pay all fees and include in the Bid. 1.06 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Codes and Standards: 1. ANSI Standards: Comply with ANSI A13.1 for pipe, valve, and equipment identification. 2. FM Compliance: Provide control devices and control sequences in accordance with requirements of Factory Mutual System (FM). 3. IRI Compliance: Provided control devices and control sequences in accordance with requirements of Industrial Risk Insurance (IRI). 4. AGA Compliance: Provide gas controls and devices in accordance with American Gas Associates. 5. UL and NEMA Compliance: Provide electrical components required as part of air handling units, which have been listed and labeled by UL and comply with NEMA standards. 6. NEC Compliance: Comply with National Electrical Code (NFPA 70) as applicable to installation and electrical connections of ancillary electrical components of air handling units. B. MSS Standard Practices: Comply with the following standards for valves: 1. MSS SP-45: Bypass and Drain Connection Standard 2. MSS SP-67: Butterfly Valves 3. MSS SP-70: Cast Iron Gate Valves, Flanged and Threaded Ends 4. MSS SP-71: Cast Iron Swing Check Valves, Flanged 5. MSS SP-72: Ball Valves with Flanged or Butt-Welding Ends for General Service 6. MSS SP-78: Cast Iron Plug Valves, Flanged and Threaded Ends 7. MSS SP-80: Bronze Gate, Glove Angle and Check Valves 8. MSS SP-84: Steel Valves - Socket Welding and Threaded Ends 9. MSS SP-85: Cast Iron Globe and Angle Valves, Flanged with Threaded Ends 10. MSS SP-92: MSS Valve User Guide C. Automatic Temperature Control Contractor Qualifications: Firms specializing in manufacturing and installation of control system for not less than 5 years. 1. Codes and Standards: a. Electrical Standards: Provide electrical components of control systems which have been UL-listed and labeled, and comply with NEMA standards. b. NEMA Compliance: Comply with NEMA standards pertaining to components and devices for pneumatic control systems. c. NFPA Compliance: Comply with NFPA 90A "Standard for the Installation of Air Conditioning and Ventilating Systems" where applicable to controls and control sequences. MSBA Accelerated Repair Program RK Finn/Ryan Road and Leeds Elementary Schools Northampton, Massachusetts HVAC 23 00 00 - 4 1.07 CONTRACT DRAWINGS A. All work shown on the Drawings is intended to be approximately correct to scale, but shall be taken in a sense as diagrammatic. Sizes of pipes and general method of running them are shown, but it is not intended to show every offset and fitting. To carry out the true intent and purpose of the plans, furnish all necessary parts to make complete working systems ready for use. B. The HVAC Drawings and Specifications are intended to supplement each other so that any details shown on the Drawings and not mentioned in the Specifications, or vice- versa, shall be executed the same as if mentioned in the Specifications and shown on the Drawings. C. Refer to the Architectural, Structural, and other Mechanical and Electrical Drawings which indicate the construction in which this work shall be installed. Locations shown on the plans shall be checked against the general and detailed Drawings of the construction proper. All measurements must be taken at the building. 1.08 NOTIFICATION OF RELATED TRADES A. Notify all other trades responsible for installing chases, inserts, sleeves, anchors, and louvers. when ready for such installation and for final checking. Cooperate with such trades to obtain proper installation. B. Leave openings in roof for mechanical and electrical work as shown on Drawings or required by layout of mechanical or electrical systems. 1.09 MECHANICAL INSTALLATIONS A. Coordinate mechanical equipment and materials installation with other building components. B. Verify all dimensions by field measurements. C. Arrange for chases, slots, and openings in other building components to allow for mechanical installations. D. Sequence, coordinate, and integrate installations of mechanical materials and equipment for efficient flow of the work. Give particular attention to large equipment requiring positioning prior to closing-in the building. E. Coordinate the cutting and patching of building components to accommodate the installation of mechanical equipment and materials. F. Where mounting heights are not detailed or dimensioned, install mechanical services and overhead equipment to provide the maximum headroom possible. G. Install mechanical equipment to facilitate maintenance and repair or replacement of equipment components. As much as practical, connect equipment for ease of disconnecting, with minimum of interference with other installations. H. Coordinate connection of mechanical system with utilities and services. Comply with requirements of governing regulations, franchised service companies, and controlling agencies. Provide required connection for each service. MSBA Accelerated Repair Program RK Finn/Ryan Road and Leeds Elementary Schools Northampton, Massachusetts HVAC 23 00 00 - 5 1.10 CUTTING AND PATCHING A. Drilling, coring, and cutting of new and existing structures (through walls, floors, ceiling, etc.) where the largest dimension does not exceed 12 in. shall be by this Contractor. B. Throughout the performance of the cutting and coring work, ensure that the structural integrity of the existing walls, floors, overhead structure, and other structural components, which are to remain, is maintained until permanent work is installed. Prior to any coring or cutting verify all locations of same with the General Contractor. All cutting and coring is to be performed in accordance with approved coordination drawings. C. No additional compensation will be authorized for cutting and patching work that is necessitated by ill-timed, defective, or non-conforming installations. 1.11 SUBMITTALS A. Refer to Division 01 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS for submittal definitions, requirements, and procedures. The following paragraphs supplement the requirements of Division 01. B. Submittal of Shop Drawings, product data, and samples will be accepted only when submitted by the General Contractor. Data submitted by Sub-contractors and material suppliers directly to the Architect/Engineer will not be processed. C. Provide submittals for the following equipment: 1. Metal Ductwork 2. Ductwork Accessories 3. Exhaust Fans D. If a Shop Drawing is not accepted after two submissions, a third submission from the same manufacturer will not be considered. E. Check Shop Drawings and other submittals to assure compliance with contract documents before submittal to A/E. F. Review of Shop Drawings is final and no further changes shall be considered without written application. Shop Drawings review does not apply to quantities, nor relieve this Contractor of his responsibility for furnishing materials or performing his work in full compliance with these Contract Drawings and Specifications. Review of these shop drawings shall not be considered a guarantee of the measurements of this building or the conditions encountered. 1.12 SUBSTITUTIONS A. If materials or equipment are substituted for specified items that alter the systems shown or its physical characteristics, or which have different operating characteristics, clearly note the alterations or difference and call it to the attention of the a/e. Under no circumstances shall substitutions be made unless material or equipment has been successfully operated for at least three consecutive years. MSBA Accelerated Repair Program RK Finn/Ryan Road and Leeds Elementary Schools Northampton, Massachusetts HVAC 23 00 00 - 6 B. Any modifications to the design, as a result of approving a substitution, shall be the responsibility of this contractor. Any additional cost to this contractor or any other contractor, directly or indirectly, as a result of such substitutions, shall be the responsibility of this contractor. 1.13 PRODUCT LISTING A. Prepare listing of major mechanical equipment and materials for the project. B. Provide all necessary information. C. Submit to the A/E through the General Contractor, within twenty days of signing contract, this listing indicating all equipment and manufacturers, as a part of the submittal requirement. D. When two or more items of same material or equipment are required they shall be of the same manufacturer. Product manufacturer uniformity does not apply to raw materials, bulk materials, pipe, tube, fittings (except flanged and grooved types), sheet metal, wire, steel bar stock, welding rods, solder, fasteners, motors for dissimilar equipment units, and similar items used in work, except as otherwise indicated. E. Provide products which are compatible within systems and other connected items. 1.14 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING A. Refer to Section General Conditions for delivery, storage, and handling of equipment. The following paragraphs supplement the requirements of Section General Conditions. B. Deliver products to project properly identified with names, model numbers, types, grades, compliance labels, and similar information needed for distinct identifications; adequately packaged and protected to prevent damage during shipment, storage, and handling. C. Store equipment and materials at the site, unless off-site storage is authorized in writing. Protect stored equipment and materials from damage. D. Coordinate deliveries of mechanical materials and equipment to minimize construction site congestion. Limit each shipment of materials and equipment to the items and quantities needed for the smooth and efficient flow of installations. 1.15 WARRANTIES A. Refer to General Conditions for procedures and submittal requirements for warranties. 1.16 SELECTIVE REMOVAL OF HVAC EQUIPMENT A. Existing HVAC equipment located on the roof shall be disconnected from existing HVAC system, stored and reinstalled in the same approximate location upon completion of the roof replacement project. B. All HVAC equipment being removed from the roof to accommodate the roof replacement shall be properly tagged by the Contractor prior to removal to ensure original equipment is installed in the original location of equipment and properly re- connected to existing HVAC systems, to be reused. MSBA Accelerated Repair Program RK Finn/Ryan Road and Leeds Elementary Schools Northampton, Massachusetts HVAC 23 00 00 - 7 C. Upon completion of the roof replacement project, original equipment shall be reconnected to existing associated HVAC systems and equipment shall be returned to original working order as it was prior to the roof replacement project. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 EXISTING EQUIPMENT A. All existing equipment is intended to be reused. If original equipment is deemed not fit for reuse, the HVAC Contractor shall notify the Architect, Owner, and/or Engineer immediately for direction to proceed. B. All existing equipment indicated on the roof plan shall be removed for the roofing repair project. Upon completion of the roofing repair project the equipment shall be reconnected in its original locations as indicated on the roof. C. Equipment shall be reconnected to existing controls and operate in the same manner it operated prior to the roof replacement project. 2.02 POWER AND GRAVITY VENTILATORS A. General: Except as otherwise indicated, provide standard prefabricated power and gravity ventilator units of type and size indicated, modified as necessary to comply with requirements, and as required for complete installation. B. Refer to Division 23 HVAC for control sequence. C. Roof Fans (EF): 1. Type: Centrifugal fan, direct or belt driven as scheduled. Provide aluminum, or galvanized steel, weatherproof housings as scheduled. Provide square base to suit roof curb. Provide permanent split-capacitor type motor for direct driven fans; capacitor-start, induction-run type motor for belt driven fans. 2. Electrical: Provide factory-wired non-fusible type disconnect switch at motor in fan housing. Provide thermal overload protection in fan motor. Provide conduit chase within unit for electrical connection. 3. Bird Screens: Provide removable bird screens, 1/2 in. mesh, 16-ga. aluminum or brass wire. 4. Gravity Operated Dampers: Provide gravity-actuated, felt edge, louvered dampers in curb bases. 5. Motor Operated Dampers: Provide louvered dampers with linkage below curb base (maximum of 6 in.). 6. Provide hinged curb access with restraint cable for service. 7. Manufacturer: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide centrifugal roof ventilators of one of the following: a. Cook Co., Loren. b. Greenheck Fan Corp. c. Twin City d. Or equal D. Roof Hoods (RH): 1. Type: Stationary, natural draft type. Provide weatherproof housings to match power ventilators in materials and finish. Provide square or rectangular base to suit roof curb. MSBA Accelerated Repair Program RK Finn/Ryan Road and Leeds Elementary Schools Northampton, Massachusetts HVAC 23 00 00 - 8 2. Bird Screens: Provide removable bird screens, 1/2 in. mesh, 16-ga aluminum or brass wire. 3. Gravity Operated Dampers: Provide gravity actuated louvered dampers in curb bases on relief hoods only. 4. Motor Operated Dampers: Provide low voltage electronic dampers on intake hoods with linkage below curb base (maximum of 6 in.). Refer to Division-15 Automatic Temperature Control section for control sequence. 5. Manufacturer: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide gravity ventilators of the following: a. Cook Co., Loren. b. Greenheck Fan Corp. c. Twin City d. Or equal E. Prefabricated Roof Curbs: 1. Manufacturer of ventilating unit shall provide his standard roof curb compatible with unit being provided. Curb shall be insulated and sloped to allow for level installation of device. Provide all necessary nailers, canted curbs, etc. for a complete installation. 2.03 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT A. Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 141, a Massachusetts Licensed electrician shall install all low and line voltage wiring required by this section. B. General: The following are basic requirements for simple or common motors. For special motors, more detailed and specific requirements are specified in the individual equipment specifications. 1. All motors for all mechanical equipment shall be premium efficiency matching the following: HP RPM Efficiency a. 1 1800 85.5% b. 1.5 1800 86.5% c. 2 1800 86.5% d. 3 1800 89.5% e. 5 1800 89.5% f. 7.5 1800 91.0% g. 10 1800 91.7% h. 15 1800 93.0% i. 20 1800 93.0% j. 25 1800 93.6% k. 30 1800 94.1% l. 40 1800 94.1% m. 50 1800 94.5% 2. Torque characteristics shall be sufficient to satisfactorily accelerate the driven loads. 3. Motor sizes shall be large enough so that the driven load will not require the motor to operate in the service factor range. 4. 2-speed motors shall have 2 separate windings on poly-phase motors. 5. Temperature Rating: Rated for 40° C. environment with maximum 50° C temperature rise for continuous duty at full load (Class A Insulation). MSBA Accelerated Repair Program RK Finn/Ryan Road and Leeds Elementary Schools Northampton, Massachusetts HVAC 23 00 00 - 9 6. Starting Capability: Frequency of starts as indicated by automatic control system, and not less than 5 evenly time spaced starts per hour for manually controlled motors. 7. Service Factor: 1.15 for poly-phase motors and 1.35 for single phase motors. 8. Motor Construction: NEMA Standard MG 1, general purpose, continuous duty, Design "B", except "C" where required for high starting torque. 9. Frames: NEMA Standard No. 48 or 54; use driven equipment manufacturer's standards to suit specific application. 10. Bearings: a. Ball or roller bearings with inner and outer shaft seals. b. Re-greasable, except permanently sealed where motor is normally inaccessible for regular maintenance. c. Designed to resist thrust loading where belt drivers or other drives produce lateral or axial thrust in motor. d. For fractional horsepower, light duty motors, sleeve type bearings are permitted. 11. Enclosure Type: a. Open drip-proof motors for indoor use where satisfactorily housed or remotely located during operation. b. Guarded drip-proof motors where exposed to contact by employees or building occupants. c. Weather protected Type I for outdoor use, Type II where not housed. 12. Overload Protection: Built-in thermal overload protection and, where indicated, internal sensing device suitable for signaling and stopping motor at starter. 13. Noise Rating: "Quiet". 14. Efficiency: "Energy Efficient" motors shall have a minimum efficiency as scheduled in accordance with IEEE Standard 112, test method B. If efficiency not specified, motors shall have a higher efficiency than "average standard industry motors", in accordance with IEEE Standard 112, Test Method B. 15. Nameplate: Indicate the full identification of manufacturer, ratings, characteristics, construction, special features and similar information. C. Starters, Electrical Devices, and Wiring: (Provided By The HVAC Contractor for Each Packaged Piece Of HVAC Equipment Requiring Such): 1. Motor Starter Characteristics: a. Enclosures: NEMA 1, general purpose enclosures with padlock ears, except in wet locations shall be NEMA 3R with conduit hubs, or units in hazardous locations which shall have NEC proper class and division. b. Type and size of starter shall be as recommended by motor manufacturer and the driven equipment manufacturer for applicable protection and start- up condition. 2. Magnetic Starters: a. Maintained contact push buttons and pilot lights, properly arranged for single speed or multi-speed operation as indicated. b. -free thermal overload relays, each phase. c. Interlocks, switches and similar devices as required for co-ordination with control requirements of Division 15 Controls Sections. d. Built-in 120 volts control circuit transformer, fused from line side, where service exceeds 240 volts. e. Externally operated manual reset. f. Under-voltage release or protection. 3. Capacitors: a. Individual unit cells. b. All welded steel housing. c. Each capacitor internally fused. MSBA Accelerated Repair Program RK Finn/Ryan Road and Leeds Elementary Schools Northampton, Massachusetts HVAC 23 00 00 - 10 d. Non-flammable synthetic liquid impregnant. e. Craft tissue insulation. f. Aluminum foil electrodes. g. KVAR size shall be as required to correct motor power factor to 90 percent or better and shall be installed on all motors 1 horsepower and larger, that have an uncorrected power factor of less than 85 percent at rated load. 4. Disconnect Switches (Those specified under this Section): a. Fusible Switches: Fused, each phase; general duty; horsepower rated; non-teasible quick-make, quick-break mechanism; dead front line side shield; solderless lugs suitable for copper or aluminum conductors; spring reinforced fuse clips; electro silver plated current carrying parts; hinged doors; operating lever arranged for locking in the "OPEN" position; arc quenchers; capacity and characteristics as indicated. b. Non-fusible Switches: For equipment 2 horsepower and smaller, shall be horsepower rated; toggle switch type; quantity of poles and voltage rating as indicated. For equipment larger than 2 horsepower, switches shall be the same as fusible type. 2.04 METAL DUCTWORK A. Ductwork Materials: 1. Exposed Ductwork Materials: Where ductwork is indicated to be exposed to view in occupied spaces, provide materials which are free from visual imperfections including piping, seam marks, roller marks, stains and discolorations, and other imperfections, including those which would impair painting. 2. Sheet Metal: Except as otherwise indicated, fabricate ductwork from galvanized sheet steel complying with ASTM A 527, lock forming quality, with G 90 zinc coating in accordance with ASTM A 525; and mill phosphatized for exposed locations. B. Miscellaneous Ductwork Materials: 1. General: Provide miscellaneous materials and products of types and sizes indicated and, where not otherwise indicated, provide type and size required to comply with ductwork system requirements including proper connection of ductwork and equipment. 2. Fittings: Provide radius type fittings fabricated of multiple sections with maximum 15 degree change of direction per section. Unless specifically detailed otherwise, use 45 degree laterals and 45 degree elbows for branch takeoff connections. Where 90 degree branches are indicated, provide conical type tees. 3. Duct Sealant: Non-hardening, non-migrating mastic or liquid elastic sealant, type applicable for fabrication/installation details, as compounded and recommended by manufacturer specifically for sealing joints and seams in ductwork. 4. Ductwork Support Materials: Except as otherwise indicated, provide hot-dipped galvanized steel fasteners, anchors, rods, straps, trim and angles for support of ductwork. a. For exposed stainless steel ductwork, provide matching stainless steel support materials. b. For aluminum ductwork, provide aluminum support materials except where materials are electrically separated from ductwork. 5. Flexible Ducts: Corrugated aluminum complying with UL 181. a. Where installed in unconditioned spaces other than return air plenums, provide 1 in. thick continuous flexible fiberglass sheath with vinyl vapor barrier jacket. MSBA Accelerated Repair Program RK Finn/Ryan Road and Leeds Elementary Schools Northampton, Massachusetts HVAC 23 00 00 - 11 C. Fabrication: 1. Shop fabricated ductwork in 4, 8, 10 or 12-ft lengths, unless otherwise indicated or required to complete runs. Preassembled work in shop to greatest extent possible, so as to minimize field assembly of systems. Disassemble systems only to extent necessary for shipping and handling. Match-mark sections for reassembly and coordinated installation. 2. Shop fabricated ductwork of gages and reinforcement complying with SMACNA "HVAC Duct Construction Standards". 3. Fabricate duct fittings to match adjoining ducts, and to comply with duct requirements as applicable to fittings. Except as otherwise indicated, fabricate elbows with center-line radius equal to 1-1/2 times associated duct width; or squared metered elbows with double thickness turning vanes. Limit angular tapers to 30 degrees for contracting tapers and 20 degrees for expanding tapers. 4. Fabricate ductwork with accessories installed during fabrication to the greatest extent possible. Refer to section "Ductwork Accessories" for accessory requirements. 5. Fabricate ductwork with duct liner in each section of duct where indicated. Laminate liner to internal surfaces of duct in accordance with instructions by manufacturers of lining and adhesive, and fasten with mechanical fasteners. D. Factory-Fabricated Low Pressure Round and Oval Ductwork: 1. General: Provide factory-fabricated duct and fittings. 2. Material: Material type shall be as indicated or, galvanized sheet steel complying with ASTM A 527, lock forming quality, with ASTM A 525, G90 zinc coating, mill phosphatized. 3. Gage: 28-gage minimum for round and oval ducts and fittings, 4 in. through 24 in. diameter. 4. Seams: All seams shall be spiral lockseams. 5. Elbows: One piece construction for 90 degrees and 45 degree elbows 14 in. and smaller. Provide multiple gore construction for larger diameters with standing seam circumferential joint. 6. Divided flow Fittings: 90 degree tees, constructed with saddle tap spot welded and bonded to duct fitting body. 7. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide factory- fabricated ductwork of one of the following: a. Semco Mfg., Inc. b. United Sheet Metal Div. United McGill Corp. c. Or equal 2.05 DUCTWORK ACCESSORIES A. Dampers: 1. Low Pressure Manual Dampers: Provide dampers of single blade type or multiblade type, constructed in accordance with SMACNA "HVAC Duct construction Standards". 2. Automatic Control Dampers: Refer to Division-15 section "Automatic Temperature Control" for control dampers; not work of this section. 3. Backdraft Relief Dampers: Provide dampers with parallel blades, counterbalanced and factory-set to relieve at .05 in. static pressure. Construct blades of 16-ga. aluminum, provide 1/2 in. diameter ball bearings, 1/2 in. diameter steel axles spaced on 9 in. centers. Construct from 2 in. x 1/2 in. x 1/8 in. steel channel for face areas 25 sq. ft. and under: 4 in. x 1-1/4 in. x 16 ga. channel for face areas over 25 sq. ft. Provide galvanized steel finish on frame with aluminum touch-up. Provide felted or rubber trim to assure tight, leak-proof seal when closed. MSBA Accelerated Repair Program RK Finn/Ryan Road and Leeds Elementary Schools Northampton, Massachusetts HVAC 23 00 00 - 12 4. Manufacturer: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide dampers of one of the following: a. Air Balance, Inc. b. Airguarde Corp. c. American Warming & Ventilating, Inc. d. Arrow Louver and Damper; Div. of Arrow United Industries, Inc. e. Louvers & Dampers, Inc. f. Penn Ventilator Co. g. Ruskin Mfg. Co. h. Or equal B. Fire Dampers: 1. Fire Dampers: Provide fire dampers, of types and sizes indicated. Construct casings of 11-ga. galvanized steel. Provide fusible link rated at 160 to 165 degrees F (71 to 74 degrees C) unless otherwise indicated. Provide out of air stream type damper in open position and with positive lock in closed position, and with the following additional features: a. Damper Blade Assembly: Curtain type. b. Blade Material: Steel, match casing. c. Blade Material: Stainless steel. 2. Manufacturer: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide fire dampers of one of the following: a. Air Balance, Inc. b. American Warming & Ventilating, Inc. c. Arrow Louver and Damper; Div. of Arrow United industries, Inc. d. Louvers & Dampers, Inc. e. Penn Ventilator Co. f. Phillips-Aires g. Ruskin Mfg. Co. h. Or equal C. Turning Vanes: 1. Manufactured Turning Vanes: Provide double thickness airfoil turning vanes constructed of 1-1/2 in. wide curved blades set at 3/4 in. o.c., supported with bars perpendicular to blades set at 2 in. o.c, and set into side strips suitable for mounting in ductwork. 2. Manufacturer: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide turning banes of one of the following: a. Aero Dyne Co. b. Airsan Corp. c. Anemostat Products Div.; Dynamics Corp. of America. d. Barber-Colman Co. e. Duro Dyne Corp. f. Environmental Elements Corp.; Subs, Koppers Co., Inc. g. Hart & Cooley Mfg. Co. h. Register & Grille Mfg. Co., Inc. i. Souther, Inc. j. Or equal D. Duct Hardware: 1. General: Provide duct hardware, manufactured by one manufacturer for all items on project, for the following: a. Test Holes: Provide in ductwork at fan inlet and outlet, and elsewhere as indicated, duct test holes, consisting of slot and cover, for instrument tests. MSBA Accelerated Repair Program RK Finn/Ryan Road and Leeds Elementary Schools Northampton, Massachusetts HVAC 23 00 00 - 13 b. Quandrant Locks: Provide for each damper, quadrant lock device on one end of shaft; and end bearing plate on other end for damper lengths over 12 in.. Provide extended quadrant locks and end extended bearing plates for externally insulated ductwork. 2. Manufacturer: Subject to compliance with requirements. Provide duct hardware of one of the following: a. Ventbabrics, Inc. b. Young Regulator Co. c. Or equal E. Duct Access Doors: 1. General: Provide duct access doors of a size as required to service and maintain device in duct. Provide one access door at each control damper, humidifier, coil, fire damper, and any device that requires attention. 2. Construction: Construct of same or greater gage as ductwork served, provide insulted doors for insulated ductwork. Provide flush frames for uninsulated ductwork, extended frames for externally insulated duct. Provide one side hinged, other side with one handle-type latch for doors 12 in. high and smaller, 2 handle-type latches for larger doors. 3. Manufacturer: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide duct access doors of one of the following: a. Air Balance, Inc. b. Duro Dyne Corp. c. Register & Grille Mfg. Co., Inc. d. Ruskin Mfg. Co. e. Ventfabrics, Inc. f. Zurn Industries, Inc.; Air Systems Div. g. Or equal F. Flexible Connectors: 1. General: Provide flexible duct connections wherever ductwork connects to vibration isolated equipment. Construct flexible connections of neoprene-coated flameproof fabric crimped into duct flanges for attachment to duct and equipment. Make airtight joint. Provide adequate joint flexibility to allow for thermal, axial, transverse, and torsional movement, and also capable of absorbing vibration of connected equipment. 2. Manufacturer: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide flexible connections of one of the following: a. American/Elgen Co.; Energy Div. b. Duro Dyne Corp. c. Flexaust (The) Co. d. Ventfabrics, Inc. e. Or equal 2.06 ROOF LOUVERED GRAVITY RELIEF HOODS A. Louvered penthouse unit for relief applications. Units feature a stormproof aluminum louver with mitered corners. The clean horizontal lines blend well with modern architecture. The louver design affords lower pressure drops while maintaining hood heights. The all-aluminum construction assures lasting durability and appearance. The removable cover is lined with fiberglass to prevent condensation. B. Louvers are mounted 4 in. form the roof opening for added weather protection. Options include bird screens, dampers, roof curbs and special finishes. MSBA Accelerated Repair Program RK Finn/Ryan Road and Leeds Elementary Schools Northampton, Massachusetts HVAC 23 00 00 - 14 C. Each unit is factory made into four side sections and one cover. Covers for larger units may require two or more pieces. A factory assembled side consists of the curb cap, vertical supports, and the quantity of louvers required for the specified height. The sides are joined at the four corners by sheet metal screws in each louver. These fasteners are countersunk so as not to disturb the attractive appearance of the mitered corner. The cover is securely fastened to the unit by stainless steel sheet metal screws. D. The interior vertical edge of the curb cap forms the throat and weather shield. Each corner is also shielded to prevent leakage. Additional vertical supports are provided for added strength whenever a side section exceeds 44 in. in throat length. E. Sizes of Gravity relief hoods shall be verified in the field to fit existing penetration and ductwork. F. Acceptable Manufacturers: 1. Greenheck 2. Ruskin 3. Wonder Metal 4. Or Equal 2.07 REFRIGERANT PIPING AND ACCESSORIES A. General: Provide piping materials and factory-fabricated piping products of sizes, types, pressure ratings, temperature ratings, and capacities as indicated. Where not indicated, provide proper selection as determined by Installer to comply with installation requirements. Provide materials and products complying with ANSI B31.5 Code for refrigeration piping where applicable; base pressure rating on refrigerant piping system maximum design pressures. Provide sizes and types matching piping and equipment connections; provide fittings of materials which match pipe materials used in refrigerant piping systems. Where more than one type of materials and products are indicated, selection is Installer’s option. B. Material: Provide pipes and pipe fittings in accordance with the following listing: 1. Tube Size four-1/8 in. and Smaller: Copper tube; Type ACR, hard-drawn temper; wrought-copper, solder-joint fittings; brazed joints. C. Soldered Joints: Solder joints using silver-lead solder, ASTM B32, Grade 96 TS. D. Brazed Joints: Braze joints using American Welding Society (AWS) classification BCUO-4 for brazing filler metal. E. Piping Specialties: Provide piping specialties complying with Division-23 “Hydronic Piping” in accordance with the following listing: 1. Pipe escutcheons. 2. Drip pans. 3. Sleeves. 4. Sleeve seals. MSBA Accelerated Repair Program RK Finn/Ryan Road and Leeds Elementary Schools Northampton, Massachusetts HVAC 23 00 00 - 15 F. Refrigerant Valves and Accessories: Special valves required for refrigerant piping include the following types. 1. Globe Shutoff Valves: Forged brass, packed, back seating, winged seal cap, 300 deg. F (149 degrees C) temperature rating, 500 psi working pressure. Provide shut-off valves at all terminal units and equipment for services. 2. Check Valves: Forged brass, accessible internal parts, soft synthetic seat, fully guided piston and stainless steel spring, 250 deg. F (121 deg. C) temperature rating, 500 psi working pressure. 3. Manufacturer: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide globe and check valves of one of the following: a. Henry Valve CO. b. Parker Hannifin Corp.; Refrigeration and Air Cond. Div. c. Sporlan Valve Co. d. Or equal 4. Two-Way Solenoid Valves: Forged brass, designed to conform to ARI 760, normally closed, teflon valve seat, NEMA 1 solenoid enclosure, 24 volt, 60 Hz., UL-listed, ½ in. conduit adapter, 250 deg. F (121 degrees C) temperature rating, 400 psi working pressure. 5. Manufacturer: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide solenoid valves of one of the following: a. Alco Controls Div.; Emerson Electric Co. b. Automatic Switch Co. c. Sporland Valve CO. d. Or equal 6. Refrigerant Strainers: Brass shell and end connections, brazed joints, monel screen, 100 mesh, UL-listed, 350 psi working pressure. 7. Moisture-Liquid Indicators: Forged brass, single port, removable cap, polished optical glass, solder connections, UL-listed, 200 deg.F (93 deg. C) temperature rating, 500 psi working pressure. 8. Refrigerant Filter-Driers: Steel shell, ceramic fired desiccant core, solder connections, UL-listed, 500 psi working pressure. 9. Refrigerant Filter-Driers: Corrosion-resistant steel shell, steel flange ring and spring, wrought copper fittings, ductile iron coverplate with steel cap screws, replaceable filter-drier core, 500 psi working pressure. 10. Evaporator Pressure Regulators: Provide corrosion-resistant, spring loaded, strainless steel springs, pressure operated, evaporator pressure regulator, in size and working pressure indicated, with copper connections. 11. Refrigerant Discharge Line Mufflers: Provide discharge line mufflers as recommended by equipment manufacturer for use in service indicated, UL-listed. 12. Manufacturer: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide refrigeration accessories of one of the following: a. Alco Controls Div.; Emerson Electric CO. b. Henry Valve CO. c. Parker-Hannifin Corp.; Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Div. d. Sporlan Valve Co. e. Or equal MSBA Accelerated Repair Program RK Finn/Ryan Road and Leeds Elementary Schools Northampton, Massachusetts HVAC 23 00 00 - 16 2.08 AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (DDC) A. Basic Components and Systems: 1. General: Provide control products in sizes and capacities to match existing. Provide shall consist of disconnecting make safe and reconnect all control components associated with all equipment. ATC contractor shall retest units after reconnection to ensure unit is operating correctly. Provide required components and accessories for a complete operating system. ATC contractor shall be responsible for surveying existing equipment and controls to ensure reconnection operates correctly. 2. Electric Wiring: a. All electric wiring and wiring connections, either line voltage or low voltage, from the main electric panels to the ATC panels, and from the ATC related panels to the individual control devices i.e. valves, dampers, equipment. required for the installation of the control system, as herein specified shall be provided by the control contractor unless specifically shown on the electrical drawings or called for in the electrical specifications. The wiring installation shall be in accordance with National and Local Codes and with the Electrical portion of these specifications. All wiring shall be run concealed wherever possible. Exposed wiring in occupied areas shall be run in raceways. Raceways shall be Wiremold 200 series with all elbows, raceways, covers, mounting stops, box extensions and wiring for a complete and neat installation. All wiring located in mechanical spaces, boiler rooms, fan rooms, etc. shall be installed in metal conduit b. All wiring above ceilings, in boiler rooms, and all mechanical spaces shall follow routing of piping and where not possible shall be in conduit. All exposed wire shall be bundled and wire tied and shall be supported to adjacent piping. Draped and free floating wire will not be allowed. c. All terminations of wire at control devices shall be looped and supported adequately. d. All wiring shall comply with the requirements of the electrical section of the specification. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 INSTALLATION OF EXISTING EQUIPMENT A. Upon completion of installation of new roof existing equipment shall be installed in original locations. B. HVAC Contractor shall provide roof curb extensions required to achieve desired installation height indicated on contract documents. C. HVAC Contractor shall provide required extensions of existing system including but not limited to ductwork, refrigerant piping, hydronic piping, ATC wiring, etc. Power wiring extensions shall be by the Electrical Contractor. HVAC Contractor shall coordinate. 3.02 INSTALLATION OF POWER AND GRAVITY VENTILATORS A. General: Except as otherwise indicated or specified, install ventilators in accordance with manufacturer's installation instructions and recognized industry practices to insure that products serve the intended function. MSBA Accelerated Repair Program RK Finn/Ryan Road and Leeds Elementary Schools Northampton, Massachusetts HVAC 23 00 00 - 17 B. Coordinate ventilator work with work of roofing, walls and ceilings, as necessary for proper interfacing. C. Ductwork: Connect ducts to ventilators in accordance with manufacturer's installation instruction, and details on drawings. D. Roof Curbs: Furnish roof curbs to roofing Installer for installation. E. Electrical Wiring: Install electrical devices furnished by manufacturer but not specified to be factory-mounted. Furnish copy of manufacturer's wiring diagram submittal to Electrical Installer. 1. Verify that electrical wiring installation is in accordance with manufacturer's submittal and installation requirements of Division-16 sections. Verify proper rotation direction of fan wheels. Do not proceed with equipment start-up until wiring installation is acceptable to equipment installer. F. Remove shipping bolts and temporary supports within ventilators. Adjust dampers for free operation. G. Testing: After installation of ventilators has been completed, test each ventilator to demonstrate proper operation of unit at performance requirements specified. When possible, field correct malfunctioning units, then retest to demonstrate compliance. Replace units which cannot be satisfactorily corrected. Cleaning: Clean factory-finished surface. Repair any marred or scratched surfaces with manufacturer's touch-up paint. H. General: Furnish to Owner, with receipt, one spare set of belts for each belt driven power ventilator. 3.03 INSTALLATION OF METAL DUCTWORK A. Installation of Metal Ductwork: 1. General: Assemble and install ductwork in accordance with recognized industry practices which will achieve air-tight (5 percent leakage for systems rated 3 in. and under; 1 percent for systems rated over 3 in.) and noiseless (no objectionable noise) systems, capable of performing each indicated service. Install each run with minimum number of joints. Align ductwork accurately with internal surface smooth. Support ducts rigidly with suitable ties, braces, hangers and anchors of type which will hold ducts true-to-shape and to prevent buckling. Support vertical ducts at every floor. 2. Sealing: All ductwork joints and seams shall be sealed with flexible duct sealer to assure an airtight installation. 3. Penetrations: Where ducts pass through interior partitions and exterior walls, and are exposed to view, conceal space between construction opening and duct or duct insulation with sheet metal flanges of same gage as duct. Overlap opening on 4 sides by at least 1-1/2 in.. Fasten to duct and substrate. a. Where ducts pass through fire-rated floors, walls, or partitions, provide firestopping between duct and substrate. 4. Coordination: Coordinate duct installation with installation of accessories, dampers, coil frames, equipment, controls and other associated work of ductwork system. 5. Installation: Install metal ductwork in accordance with "SMACNA HVAC Duct Construction Standards". MSBA Accelerated Repair Program RK Finn/Ryan Road and Leeds Elementary Schools Northampton, Massachusetts HVAC 23 00 00 - 18 B. Installation of Flexible Ducts: 1. Maximum Length: For any duct run using flexible ductwork, do not exceed 4ft.-0 in. extended length. 2. Installation: Install in accordance with Section II of SMACNA's, "HVAC Duct Construction Standards, Metal and Flexible". C. Field Quality Control: 1. Leakage Tests: After each duct system, which is constructed for duct classes over 3 in. is completed, test for duct leakage in accordance with SMACNA "HVAC Air Duct Leakage Test Manual". Repair leaks and repeat tests until total leakage is less than 1 percent of system design air flow. D. Equipment Connections: 1. General: Connect metal ductwork to equipment as indicated, provide flexible connection for each ductwork connection to equipment mounted on vibration isolators, and/or equipment containing rotating machinery. E. Adjusting and Cleaning: 1. Clean ductwork internally, unit by unit as it is installed, of dust and debris. Clean external surfaces of foreign substances which might cause corrosive deterioration of metal or, where ductwork is to be painted, might interfere with painting or cause paint deterioration. 2. Strip protective paper from stainless ductwork surfaces, and repair finish wherever it has been damaged. 3. Temporary Closure: At ends of ducts which are not connected to equipment or air distribution devices at time of ductwork installation, provide temporary closure of polyethylene film or other covering which will prevent entrance of dust and debris until final connections are to be completed. 3.04 INSTALLATION OF DUCTWORK ACCESSORIES A. Install ductwork accessories in accordance with manufacturer's installation instructions, with applicable portions of details of construction as shown in SMACNA standards, and in accordance with recognized industry practices to ensure that products serve intended function. B. Install turning vanes in square or rectangular 90 degree elbows in supply, return, and exhaust air systems, and elsewhere as indicated. C. Install access doors to open against system air pressure, with latches operable from either side, except outside only where duct is too small for person to enter. D. Operate installed ductwork accessories to demonstrate compliance with requirements. Test for air leakage while system is operating. Repair or replace faulty accessories, as required to obtain proper operation and leakproof performance. E. Adjusting: Adjust ductwork accessories for proper settings, install fusible links in fire dampers and adjust for proper action. F. Cleaning: Clean factory-finished surfaces. Repair any marred or scratched surfaces with manufacturer's touch-up paint. G. Furnish extra fusible links to owner, one link for every 10 installed of each temperature range; obtain receipt. MSBA Accelerated Repair Program RK Finn/Ryan Road and Leeds Elementary Schools Northampton, Massachusetts HVAC 23 00 00 - 19 3.05 INSTALLATION OF ROOF GRAVITY RELIEF HOODS A. Relief hoods shall be installed and connected where indicated on roof plans. Units shall connect to existing ductwork connections of existing systems. B. Controls for associated system served by Gravity relief hood shall be existing to remain. 3.06 INSTALLATION OF REFRIGERANT PIPING & ACCESSORIES A. Piping Installations: 1. Locations and Arrangements: Drawings indicate the general location and arrangement of piping systems. Locations and arrangements of piping take into consideration pipe sizing and friction loss, and other design consideration. So far as practical, install piping as indicated. 2. Install pipe sleeves at all wall and floor penetrations. 3. Install escutcheons at all exposed pipe wall penetrations. 3.07 INSTALLATION OF AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (DDC): A. Installation of Control Systems: 1. General: Install systems and materials in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, roughing-in drawings and details shown on drawings. 2. Control Wiring: Install control wiring, without splices between terminal points, color-coded. Install in neat workmanlike manner, securely fastened. Install in accordance with National Electrical Code. a. Install circuits over 25-volt with color-coded No. 12 wire in electric metallic tubing. b. Install circuits under 25-volt with color-code No. 18 wire with 0.031 in. high temperature 105 deg. F. (41 deg. C) plastic insulation on each conductor and plastic sheath over all. c. Install electronic circuits with color-coded No. 22 wire with 0.023 in. polyethylene insulation on each conductor with plastic-jacketed copper shield over all. d. Install low voltage circuits, located in concrete slabs and masonry walls, or exposed in occupied areas, in electrical conduit. e. Power sources from lighting circuits and wall outlets shall not be used to power DDC controllers. 3. Controllers and safety devices: a. All safety devices such as freezestats, duct mounted heat detectors, smoke detectors, etc., shall be reconnected as previously installed and tested to ensure proper operation. B. Adjusting and Cleaning: 1. Replace damaged or malfunctioning controls and equipment. 2. Cleaning: Clean factory-finished surfaces. 3. Final Adjustment: After completion of installation, adjust thermostats, control valves, motor and similar equipment provided as work of this section. a. Final adjustment shall be performed by specially trained personnel in direct employ of manufacturer of primary temperature control system. END OF SECTION