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Q3. There are several low hanging power lines over the roads leading to the pump station. Is it the

contractor’s responsibility to raise these lines to accommodate the necessary equipment and material deliveries?

A3. Yes, Contractor must coordinate Mobilization and Demobilization with respective

utilities.

Q4. Can you confirm the size of the wetwell and valve pit as shown on the drawings? A4. Wetwell diameter is 54 inches. Valve pit size will vary by manufacturer. Contractor must

confirm size with manufacturer.

Q5. If we utilize a concrete wet well and valve pit, are their minimum dimensions that need to be met?

A5. Wetwell diameter is 54 inches. Valve Vault to be sized by Contractor, with approval of

Engineer. Valve Vault must be able to fit all piping, valves, etc. with acceptable maintenance clearances.

Q6. Will a concrete wet well need to include any special add mixtures or coatings for the wet well or

valve pit? A6. Yes, see attached Specification Sections 805 and 822.

Q7. Are we to assume pouring only a big enough control panel slab to accommodate the electrical gear or will additional space be required by the owner?

A7. Correct, only pour what is necessary to encompass electrical components.

Q8. Will flowable fill be allowed under the fiberglass valve vault?

A8. Yes, this will be allowed for a maximum of 4 feet thick below valve vault.

PLANS

1. See attached revised Sheet No. 003. Text is now viewable. SPECIFICATIONS

1. Alternate Concrete wetwell and Valve Vault Specifications. Section 805 and 822.

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SECTION 805 SUBMERSIBLE WASTEWATER PUMP STATION

805-1 SCOPE OF WORK: This specification provides a general description of pump station requirements. Details may vary depending on equipment offered. Provide materials, equipment, and appurtenances as specified. Construction shall include, but not be limited to providing, pumps and motors and their accessories, wet well, valve vault, electrical building (if needed), electrical service, controls and control accessories, piping, fencing, driveways, foundation pads, site work, generator installation; and associated activities such as factory testing, delivery, installation, and field testing. Pump station shall be complete and operate as specified. All units installed shall be of the highest standard available for this type of service including field testing of the entire installation and instructing the regular operating personnel in the care, operation, and maintenance of equipment. Pump Station Types:

a. Type I Pump Stations are either duplex or triplex stations with total motor load for duty

pumps less than or equal to 200 hp. A Type I Pump Station’s controls and service entrance panel shall be a freestanding NEMA 250, Type 4X enclosure housing the underground electric service, utility meter, main breaker, automatic transfer switch (ATS), power distribution panel, pump motor starters or VFDs, pump controls, wet well level monitoring controls, programmable pump controller (PPC), and telemetry equipment. The Type I Pump station panel shall be a packaged system from a single panel integrator listed and labeled by Underwriters Laboratory (UL) 508. For additional requirement on a Type I Pump Station and specific project features, refer to the Contract Drawings, the Standard Plans, and as specified herein.

b. Type II Pump Stations are triplex stations with total motor load for duty pumps greater than 200 hp. A Type II Pump Station’s controls, electrical distribution, and motor controls shall be installed in an electrical building. The electric service may be either overhead or underground based on Utility requirements. The Utility meter shall be mounted on the exterior of the building with associated metering transformers installed in the electrical switchgear. The electrical distribution shall be configured with main breakers, automatic transfer switch, diesel engine generator and pump station switchgear. The switchgear shall also include the required motor starters or breakers for VFD breakers. Where VFDs are used they shall be mounted in individual enclosures. The pump station controls shall be provided in a separate enclosure within the electric building including required pump control logic, wet well level controls, PPC, and telemetry equipment. For additional requirements on a Type II Pump Station and specific project features, refer to the Contract Drawings, the Standard Plans, and as specified herein.

c. Type III Pump Stations have 4 or more pumps and are not covered by this specification.

Excavation, backfill, and foundations for installation of structures including manholes and pump stations packages are all part of the tasks of the installation of the pump station. In the course of construction, Contractor shall protect structures, utilities, sidewalks, pavements, and other facilities from damage caused by settlement, lateral movement, undermining washout, and other hazards created by earthwork operations. 805-2 DESCRIPTION OF SYSTEMS: Each station shall be complete and include concrete wet well and valve box, explosion proof standard submersible non-clog wastewater pump units, standby pumps, pump lifting assemblies, and all piping and valves. Pumps/motors shall be designed to facilitate cycling of operation and backup protection in case of pump or motor failure. As specified in

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Paragraphs 805-21 through 805-48, pump systems shall also include circuit breakers, motor starters or VFDs, ATS, float switch suspension bracket, automatic pumping level controls, telemetry equipment, generator installation and electrical work with all accessories for complete installation. All the equipment specified herein is intended to be standard equipment for pumping all material in normal domestic wastewater. Contractor shall operate in a safe and responsible manner by maintaining a safe working environment, properly delineating work areas, utilizing appropriate safety equipment and shall comply with all rules and regulations of local, state and federal authorities. Contactor shall barricade open excavations occurring and post with warning lights as part of this Work. 805-3 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

a. Contractor shall assume responsibility for the satisfactory installation and operation of the entire pumping system including pumps, motors, generator, controls and other auxiliary equipment and materials as specified.

b. The pumps covered by these Specifications are intended to be standard pumping equipment of proven ability as manufactured by a manufacturer having a minimum of five (5) years experience in the production of such pumps. The pumps shall be installed in accordance with the Contract Documents and manufacturers’ installation instructions. The pumps furnished shall be designed, constructed and installed in accordance with the best practice and methods, and shall operate satisfactorily when installed. Pumps shall be manufactured in accordance with the Hydraulic Institute Standards.

c. Equipment furnished under this Specification shall be new and unused, shall be

standard product of manufacturers having a successful record of manufacturing and servicing the equipment and systems specified herein for a minimum of five (5) years. Pump manufacturer shall have, within a 100-mile radius of the Baton Rouge City limits, an authorized warranty center fully staffed with factory trained mechanics, and equipped with a stock of necessary spare parts for each model of pump specified.

d. The pumps shall be selected from a manufacturer listed on the EBR DPW Qualified

Products List (QPL), or approved equal, and appropriate for the job required. The pumps shall meet the specified operating data as shown in the Contract Documents by ±5%. A manufacturer’s listing on the QPL does not waive the requirement to meet the design conditions.

e. In order to ensure electrical and control system responsibility, pump control panels

shall be furnished by pump manufacturer and shall be completely wired, including interlocking between motor control, accessory devices, and level sensor systems. Programmable controllers shall be manufactured by TESCO Controls, Inc., or approved equal and shall have Ethernet capability. Panel manufacturer/assembler shall provide UL inspection of service entrance and control panels and each panel shall have a UL label meeting UL 508 for Industrial Control Panel standards. Individual parts listing will not be accepted. Each panel shall have a registered UL label attached. Panel manufacturer/assembler shall be TESCO Controls, Inc., or approved equal.

805-4 SUBMITTALS: Submittals shall include 6 copies of at least the following:

a. Certified shop and erection drawings showing details of construction, dimensions, anchor bolt locations.

b. Materials of construction list for machinery and structural components.

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c. Descriptive literature, bulletins, and/or catalogs of the equipment.

d. Contractor shall provide 48 hours’ notice to Owner in advance of pump station component delivery.

e. Data on the characteristics and performance of each size pump. Data shall include

guaranteed performance curves, based on actual shop tests of duplicate units, which show they meet specified requirements for head, capacity, efficiency, and horsepower. Factory certified curves should be submitted on 8-1/2-inch by 11-inch paper. Curves shall be plotted from zero flow at shut off head to pump capacity at minimum specified total dynamic head.

f. Total weight of equipment including weight of the single largest item.

g. A bill of materials for all equipment.

h. A list of the spare parts, at a minimum as specified in Article Tools and Spare Parts,

with manufacturer's current price for each item; include gaskets, packing, etc. List bearings by bearing manufacturer's number only.

i. Certified agreement to conditions of the warranty.

j. Motor data.

k. Shop and erection drawings shall be submitted showing details of construction,

dimensions, anchor bolt locations, dead front panel layouts, sub-dead front panel layouts, etc. Submittal shall also include a layout of panel penetrations for connections of the various conduits detailed in the panel size schedules in the Contract Documents. Each penetration shall be designated in submittal with a letter and description corresponding with letter and description noted on panel size schedules in the Contract Documents for the circuit to be utilizing the particular penetration. Panel supplier shall certify the Drawings.

l. Wiring diagrams, elementary diagrams and ladder diagrams shall be submitted and

certified by panel supplier.

m. Color photographs of panels presently in service showing complete overall and close up construction details of panels similar to those specified herein shall be provided with shop drawings submittals. Also, a list of locations where similar panels are in service along with contact personnel shall be provided in Shop Drawings for inspection of such panel at Engineer’s option prior to review of Shop Drawings.

n. Descriptive literature, bulletins, and/or catalog data of field and panel-mounted

instruments, devices and equipment.

o. 6 hard and 1 digital copy of Operation and Maintenance Manuals as specified herein.

p. Written report confirming the results of the start up and testing activities specified herein.

q. Certificates of Proper Installation for equipment as specified under Article Installation.

r. In the event that it is impossible to conform to certain details of the Specifications

because of different manufacturing techniques, describe completely nonconforming aspects.

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s. If a dewatering system is required, Contractor may be required to demonstrate the adequacy of the proposed system and wellpoint filter sand by means of a test installation. Refer to Specification Section 801 Excavation, Backfilling and Compaction for Sanitary Sewers for dewatering requirements. Discharge shall be clear, with no visible soil particles in a one quart sample.

805-5 CONSTRUCTION: 805-5.1 Excavation, Backfill, and Compaction: Excavation, backfill, and compaction required for this Work shall be in accordance with Section 801 and as shown in Contract Documents. 805-6 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS: After successful completion of Project provide Engineer six (6) hard and one digital copy of an as-built operating and maintenance manual for each size pump, fan, air conditioner, instrument, and item of electrical apparatus. Manuals shall be prepared specifically referenced for each installation and shall include all required cut sheets, equipment lists, descriptions, programming code, parts lists, repair instructions, preventive maintenance requirements, etc. that are required to instruct operating and maintenance personnel unfamiliar with such equipment. 805-7 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT:

a. The equipment covered by these Specifications is intended to be standard pumping equipment of proven ability as manufactured by reputable company having long experience in the production of such equipment. The equipment furnished shall be designed, constructed, and installed in accordance with the best practice and methods, and shall operate satisfactorily when installed as shown in the Contract Documents.

b. All parts shall be so designed and proportioned as to have liberal strength and stiffness and to be especially adapted for the work to be done. Ample room and facilities shall be provided for inspection, repairs, and adjustment.

c. Stainless steel nameplates shall be attached to each pump stating the unit is accepted

for use in NEC Class 1, Division 1, Group D, hazardous locations, and giving name of manufacturer, rated capacity, head, speed, serial number, model number, horsepower, voltage, amperes and other pertinent data.

d. The nameplate ratings for the motors shall not be exceeded, nor shall the design

service factor be reduced when its pump is operating at any point on its characteristic curve at maximum speed.

e. Parts and hardware installed inside wet well shall be constructed of Type 316 stainless

steel.

f. Powered equipment not specifically mentioned in this section shall be appropriate for the operation it is used for.

g. Appropriate tools will be utilized for their intended tasks. Tools will be properly

maintained and in good working order. 805-8 SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS:

a. The Contractor shall furnish and install explosion proof submersible non-clog

wastewater pump units with a submersible electric motor connected for operation on the phase and voltage as shown in the Contract Documents, 60 hertz, and a submersible cable with sufficient length to reach control panel with no splices and suitable for submersible pump applications for flow and total dynamic head conditions shown in Contract Documents. Pump shall be supplied with a mating cast iron

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discharge connection and rail system to allow pump removal and setting without entering the wet well.

b. Pumps shall be capable of handling raw, unscreened wastewater with a minimum of three (3) inch solid. The design shall be such that pumping units will be automatically connected to the discharge piping when lowered into place on the discharge connection. The pumps shall be easily removable for inspection or service, requiring no bolts, nuts or other fastenings to be removed for this purpose, and no need for personnel to enter pump well.

c. Pump casing shall have a machined connecting flange to connect with the cast iron

discharge connection specified under article Rail System, and be designed to connect to the pump connecting flange without the need of bolts or nuts.

d. Sealing of the pumping unit to the discharge connection shall be accomplished by a

simple linear downward motion of the pump with the entire weight of the pumping unit guided to and pressing tightly against the discharge connection; no portion of pump shall bear directly on the floor of the sump and no rotary motion of the pump shall be required for sealing.

e. Major pump components shall be of grey cast iron, ASTM A-48, Class 35B, with

smooth surfaces devoid of blow holes or other irregularities. The lifting handle shall be of Type 316 stainless steel. All exposed nuts or bolts shall be of stainless steel construction. All metal surfaces coming into contact with the pumpage, other than stainless steel or brass, shall be protected by a factory applied spray coating on the exterior of the pump suitable for wastewater immersion in accordance with Section 822.

f. Sealing design shall incorporate metal-to-metal contact between machined surfaces.

Critical mating surfaces where watertight sealing is required shall be machined and fitted with nitrile or Viton® rubber O-rings. For pump-motor connections, fittings will be the result of controlled compression of rubber O-rings in two planes and O-ring contact of four sides without requirement of a specific torque limit.

g. Rectangular cross-sectioned gaskets requiring specific torque limits to achieve

compression shall not be considered as adequate or equal. No secondary sealing compounds, elliptical O-rings, grease, or other devices shall be used.

h. Each pump shall be provided with a tandem mechanical shaft seal system consisting of

two totally independent seal assemblies. The seals shall operate in an oil reservoir that hydro-dynamically lubricates the lapped seal faces at a constant rate. The lower, primary seal unit, located between the pump and the oil chamber, shall contain one stationary and one positively driven rotating tungsten-carbide or silicon-carbide ring. The upper, secondary seal unit, located between the oil chamber and the motor housing, shall contain one stationary and one positively driven rotating tungsten-carbide or silicon-carbide ring. Each seal interface shall be held in contact by its own spring system. All seal rings shall be individual solid sintered rings. The seals shall require neither maintenance nor adjustment nor depend on direction of rotation for sealing. The position of both mechanical seals shall depend on the shaft. Mounting of the lower mechanical seal on the impeller hub will not be acceptable. For special applications, other seal face materials shall be available.

i. The following seal types shall not be considered acceptable or equal to the dual

independent seal specified: shaft seals without positively driven rotating members, or conventional double mechanical seals containing either a common single or double spring acting between the upper and lower seal faces. Cartridge type systems will not

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be acceptable. No system requiring a pressure differential to offset pressure and to affect sealing shall be used.

j. Each pump shall be provided with an oil chamber for the shaft sealing system. The oil

chamber shall be designed to prevent overfilling and to provide oil expansion capacity. The drain and inspection plug, with positive anti-leak seal shall be easily accessible from the outside. Seal system shall not rely upon the pumped media for lubrication. The motor shall be able to operate dry without damage while pumping under load. The oil shall meet manufacturer’s recommendation. A separate seal leakage chamber shall be provided so that any leakage that may occur past the upper, secondary mechanical seal will be captured prior to entry into the motor stator housing. Such seal leakage shall not contaminate the motor lower bearing.

k. Pump shaft shall be an extension of the motor shaft. Couplings shall not be acceptable.

Shaft material shall be ASTM Type 420 stainless steel or better.

l. A wear ring system shall be used to provide efficient sealing between the volute and suction inlet of the impeller. Each pump shall be equipped with a Type 420 or better stainless steel or ASTM A-532 (Alloy III A) 25% chrome cast iron ring insert that is drive fitted to the volute inlet.

805-9 IMPELLER: The impeller shall be of ASTM A-532 (Alloy III A) 25% chrome cast iron with a minimum Rockwell Hardness of 60HRC or ASTM A-351 stainless steel with a minimum Brinell Hardness of 250. The impeller shall be dynamically balanced, semi-open, multi-vane, back swept, screw-shaped, non-clog design. The impeller leading edges shall be mechanically self-cleaned automatically upon each rotation as they pass across a spiral groove located on the volute suction. The screw-shaped leading edges of the grey iron impeller shall be hardened to Rc 45 and shall be capable of handling solids, fibrous materials, heavy sludge and other matter normally found in wastewater. The screw shape of the impeller inlet shall provide an inducing effect for the handling of up to 5% sludge and rag-laden wastewater. The impeller to volute clearance shall be readily adjustable by the means of a single trim screw. The impellers shall be locked to the shaft, held by an impeller bolt and shall be coated with alkyd resin primer. 805-10 RAIL SYSTEM: A sliding guide bracket consisting of two (2) 2-inch minimum diameter non-sparking Schedule 40, Type 316 stainless steel rails shall be anchored to the wet well (top, bottom, and in between) as an integral part of pumping unit. The rail system shall consist of upper and lower guide rail supports, pump discharge base elbow, internal discharge piping with hydraulic sealing flanges, and carrier assembly with Type 316 stainless steel chain with stainless steel “D” rings at ten (10)-foot intervals. Rail systems that provide for pump units to be suspended from discharge pipe will not be acceptable. Intermediate stainless steel rail supports shall be provided as shown in the Contract Documents, or at not more than 10-foot centers. Sealing of pumping unit to the discharge connection shall be accomplished by a machined metal-to-metal watertight contact. Sealing of the discharge interface with a diaphragm, O-ring or profile gasket will not be acceptable. There shall be no need for personnel to enter the wet well to connect the pump to the discharge connection. 805-11 MOTORS AND CABLE:

a. Pump motor shall be submersible type. Pump motors shall be of the phase and voltage as shown in the Contract Documents. A single pump motor power cable shall be furnished for each pump. Control conductors shall be included in the cable for the winding temperature and seal failure sensors wherever possible.

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b. The pump motor shall be a NEMA B design, induction type with a squirrel cage rotor, shell type design, housed in an air filled, watertight chamber. The stator windings shall be insulated with moisture resistant Class H insulation rated for 180°C (356°F). The motor shall be inverter duty rated in accordance with NEMA MG1, Part 31 if supplied with variable frequency drive. The use of pins, bolts, screws or other fastening devices used to locate or hold the stator and that penetrate the stator housing are not acceptable. The motor shall be designed for continuous duty while handling pumped media of up to 104°F (40°C). The motor shall be capable of no less than 15 evenly spaced starts per hour. The rotor bars and short circuit rings shall be made of aluminum.

c. The motor service factor (combined effect of voltage, frequency and specific gravity)

shall be 1.15. The motor shall have a voltage tolerance of +/- 10%. The motor shall be designed for continuous operation in up to a 40°C ambient and shall have a NEMA Class B maximum operating temperature rise of 80°C. A motor performance chart shall be provided upon request exhibiting curves for motor torque, current, power factor, input/output kW and efficiency. The chart shall also include data on motor starting and no-load characteristics.

d. Pump and motor shall tolerate short periods of partially dry operation or typically

complete submergence in the liquid being pumped. Pump and the motor shall be capable of operation with the motor not submerged without damage.

e. Each pump motor stator shall incorporate three thermal switches, one per stator phase

winding and be connected in series, to monitor the temperature of the motor. Should the thermal switches open, the motor shall stop and activate an alarm. The seal leakage chamber shall be equipped with a float type switch or similar moisture sensing system that will signal if the chamber should reach 50% capacity. The thermal switches and seal leakage sensor/switch shall be connected to a Mini CAS or equal control and status monitoring unit, which shall be mounted in the pump control panel. The use of wire nuts or crimp-type connectors is not acceptable.

f. An elastomer compression seal shall hermetically seal junction chamber containing the

terminal board from the motor. Epoxies, silicones, or other secondary sealing systems shall be considered acceptable. Connection between the cable conductors and stator leads shall be made with threaded compression type binding posts permanently affixed to a terminal board. Wire nuts or crimping type connection devices are not acceptable.

g. Motor power and sensor cable shall be of the P-1 22 MSHA type insulated cable with a

double jacketed protection system, neoprene outside, synthetic rubber inside, exceeding industry standards for oil, gas, and sewerage resistance. The power cable shall be sized according to NEC and ICEA standards. Cable shall be rated 600 volts, 60°C, UL and/or CSA approved, and be of sufficient length to reach junction box without the need of a splice. The motor and cable shall be capable of continuous submergence underwater without loss of watertight integrity to a depth of 65 feet. Power cable shall include control cables from temperature/ moisture sensors whenever possible.

h. The cable entry seal design shall preclude specific torque requirements to ensure a

watertight and submersible seal. The cable entry shall consist of dual cylindrical elastomer grommets, flanked by washers, all having a close tolerance fit against the cable outside diameter and the entry inside diameter. The grommets shall be compressed by the cable entry unit, thus providing a strain relief function. The assembly shall provide ease of changing the cable when necessary using the same entry seal. The cable entry junction chamber and motor shall be sealed from each

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other, which shall isolate the stator housing from foreign material gaining access through the pump top.

i. Motor horsepower shall be sufficient so that the pump is non-overloading throughout its

entire performance curve, from shut-off to run-out. The motor and cable shall be capable of continuous submergence underwater without loss of watertight integrity to a depth of 65 feet or greater.

j. The integral pump/motor shaft shall rotate on two bearings. The motor bearings shall

be sealed and permanently grease lubricated with high temperature grease. The upper motor bearing shall be a single ball type bearing to handle radial loads. The lower bearing shall be a two row angular contact ball bearing to handle the thrust and radial forces. The minimum L10 bearing life shall be 50,000 hours at any usable portion of the pump curve.

805-12 VALVES: 805-12.1 Gate Valves: Gate valves shall be resilient seated, manufactured to meet or exceed the requirements of AWWA C509 or AWWA C515 of latest revision, and in accordance with Section 1019. 805-12.2 Check Valves: Horizontal swing check valves, sized as shown in the Contract Documents shall be installed in the discharge piping. The valve shall permit flow in one direction only and close tightly without slamming when the discharge pressure exceeds the inlet pressure. Valve shall be flanged full body rubber flapper type with a domed access cover and one moving part as specified in Section 1019. 805-13 WET WELLS AND VALVE PITS: Contractor shall provide precast concrete wet well and valve pit as shown in Contract Documents.

805-14 PRECAST CONCRETE WET WELL AND VALVE PIT:

a. Contractor shall furnish all materials, labor, and equipment and construct wet wells,

valve pits, and accessory items, consisting of precast sections as specified herein.

b. The forms, dimensions, concrete, and construction methods shall be approved by Engineer in advance of construction.

c. Precast manufacturer will be responsible for certification of design and construction of

precast concrete sections by a registered professional engineer in the State of Louisiana. This certification will accompany Shop Drawings for review by Engineer.

d. Contractor shall ensure coordination of precast structure fabrication with equipment

supplied to achieve the proper structural top slab openings, spacings, and related dimensions for the selected equipment frames and covers. Top slabs and subsurface structures shall be capable of supporting the overburden plus live load equivalent to AASHTO HS-20 loading.

e. All interior surfaces of the concrete wet well, with the exception of the floors, shall be

coated in accordance with Section 822. Protective coating along the walls of the wet well structure shall stop 6 inches above the floor. Protective coating shall be field applied in accordance with Section 822 and manufacturer’s recommendations after installation. Shop applied coatings will not be accepted. If a valve pit is required, all interior surfaces, including the floor, shall be coated in accordance with Section 822. Upon completion of the wet well, valve pit and pipe installation the protective coating shall be free of bugholes, pinholes, and continuous across the section joints.

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f. Concrete wet wells and valve pits shall include a Crystalline Waterproofing Additive as outlined below:

1. Concrete waterproofing system shall be of the crystalline type that chemically

controls and permanently fixes a non-soluble crystalline structure throughout the capillary voids of the concrete. The system shall cause the concrete to become sealed against the penetration of liquids from any direction, and shall protect the concrete from deterioration due to harsh environmental conditions.

2. Crystalline waterproofing for precast structures shall include an approved

coloring that will tint the finished concrete as proof of additive. Coloring must be provided by the additive manufacturer. Protective admixture tint shall be uniform in color and appearance throughout wall thickness of concrete structure. If cross-sectional views of concrete structure, such as pipe cutouts or across joints, are not available for visual inspection or do not provide satisfactory evidence of color uniformity, at the request of the Engineer, the Contractor shall have the structure cored to provide evidence. Coring and repair shall be at no cost to the Owner. Any unapproved coatings or paints applied to the manhole structure may be cause for rejection of the manhole by the Engineer.

3. Crystalline waterproofing for poured in place structures is required in all below

grade concrete walls, but is not required for floors. Crystalline waterproofing for precast concrete structures is required in all concrete.

4. Installer of crystalline waterproofing additive shall be approved by the

manufacturer or manufacturer’s representative in writing.

5. Waterproofing additive shall be added to concrete mix at time of batching, and dosage rates and installation shall be in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations.

6. Crystalline waterproofing additive shall be as manufactured by Xypex Chemical

Corporation or approved equal and shall meet the following requirements:

i. Testing Requirements: Crystalline waterproofing system shall be tested in accordance with the following standards and conditions, and the testing results shall meet or exceed the performance requirements as specified herein. Independent tests verifying these results shall be submitted prior to approval.

ii. Independent Laboratory: Testing shall be performed by an independent laboratory meeting the requirements of the recognized specifying body of the country in which the testing is performed. Testing laboratory shall obtain all concrete samples and waterproofing product samples.

iii. Crystalline Formation: Crystallizing capability of waterproofing system shall be evidenced by independent SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope) photographs showing crystalline formations within the concrete matrix at a magnification no greater than 2000 times.

iv. Permeability: Independent testing shall be performed according to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers CRD-C48 - Mod “Permeability of Concrete”. Under CRD-C48 treated concrete samples that are no greater than 2 inches thick shall be pressure tested to 150 psi (350 foot head of water). The treated samples shall exhibit no measurable leakage against control samples which shall exhibit full saturation and measurable leakage. In

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all case cases treated and untreated samples shall have the same mix design.

v. DIN 1048/ EN 12390 “Water Impermeability of Concrete”/Requirement: Treated and untreated samples that are 120mm thick shall be subjected to hydrostatic pressure for 3 days (Minimum of 3 samples of each). Control samples shall have a minimum of 100mm of penetration (average of samples). Treated samples shall show a minimum of 90% reduction in depth of water penetration when compared to the control sample (average of samples). In all cases treated and untreated samples shall have the same mix design.

vi. Compressive Strength: Independent testing shall be performed according to ASTM C39 “Compressive Strength of Cylindrical Concrete Specimens”. Concrete samples containing the crystalline waterproofing additive shall be tested against untreated control sample. At 28 days, the treated samples shall exhibit an increase in compressive strength over the control sample.

vii. Crack Bridging Capability: Requirement: Minimum of 0.4mm. Crack heal effect shall be supported by reports from recognized independent agency documenting crack healing effects of crystalline modified versus a control concrete in the same application.

g. Contractor may choose to provide cast-in-place concrete constructed wet well and/or

valve pit; however a watertightness test of the concrete structures will be required prior to application of protective coating. Crystalline waterproofing additive is required in concrete mix (see subsection 805-14 f 3). Contractor shall submit a design package including but not limited to design calculations and Shop Drawings prepared and sealed by a registered professional engineer currently licensed in the State of Louisiana. Associated costs of design, submittals, and resubmittals are the responsibility of the Contractor.

805.14-1 Precast Concrete Sections:

a. Precast concrete structures for submersible pump stations shall consist of a precast or cast-in-place base slab, precast wet well sections, top cover slab, precast or cast-in-place valve pit and valve pit cover slabs. Concrete shall have a minimum compressive strength of 5,000 psi at the end of twenty-eight (28) days.

b. The cylindrical wet well structures may be manufactured as one complete precast section or may be separated into more easily handled sections; however, no section shall be less than four (4) feet in length.

c. Joints between precast concrete sections shall be set by plastic shims and fitted with

non-metallic non-shrink grout, single application of preformed mastic sealant material conforming to ASTM C990, or rubber gaskets conforming to ASTM C443. Joints shall be sealed in strict accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and shall provide a watertight structure. Additionally, each section joint shall be sealed with an external rubber seal wrap conforming to ASTM C 877, Type III, chemically bonded adhesive butyl bands. Seal shall be designed to prevent leakage of water through joint of each section.

d. Top slab sections shall be fitted with aluminum hatches per Contract Documents as

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e. The various precast sections shall have inside dimensions and minimum thickness of

concrete as shown in the Contract Documents. Precast and cast-in-place concrete members shall conform to Building Code requirements for reinforced concrete ACI 318. Precast concrete cylinders shall be designed and manufactured in accordance with the provisions of ASTM C478 as modified herein.

f. Provide vent pipe; minimum six (6)-inch ductile iron pipe for concrete wells and

configured as shown in the Contract Documents. Vent pipe is to be supplied with a 16-mesh stainless steel expanded metal insect screen.

g. Fillets shall be provided in wet wells. They shall be constructed using concrete fill.

Fillets shall be constructed to ensure structural bond between wet well walls and floors, and shall be indicated on Shop Drawings.

h. Type II cement shall be used except as otherwise approved.

i. Date of manufacture and name or trademark of manufacturer shall be clearly marked

on each precast section.

j. Sections shall be cured by an approved method and shall not be shipped until at least seven (7) days after having been fabricated and in no case prior to concrete attaining a minimum strength of 4000 psi.

k. Each precast section manufactured shall be clearly marked to indicate the intended

pump station installation location. Contractor shall be responsible for installation of the correct precast sections in their designated pump station locations.

l. Valve box shall be sealed watertight. Drain in valve box shall have PVC ball valve to

prevent backflow into valve area.

805-15 HATCHES AND CABLE HOLDERS: a. Aluminum wet well and valve pit access hatches with stainless steel hardware and

frames shall be supplied with the pumps and valve boxes. Hatches shall include suitable recessed lifting handles and locking hasp. Hatch operation shall be assisted with a compression spring. For concrete wet wells, metal in contact with concrete shall be coated with coal tar. When cover is in full open position, a hold open device shall be provided to prevent accidental closing. The minimum size of the frames and covers shall be as required by pump manufacturer for clearance of equipment (24-inch x 24-inch minimum) and as shown in the Contract Documents for access to the valves. Hatches shall have drainable frames. Hatches shall be Bilco type JAL-H20 or JD AL-H20 or approved equal. Hatches shall have an H-20 wheel load rating unless wet well design or protective bollards prevent traffic access to the hatches. Hatches up to 30” x 48” may be a single leaf style. Larger hatches shall be a 2 leaf style.

b. Stainless steel cable holders including three eights (3/8)-inch minimum cable hooks shall be fabricated from Type 316 stainless steel plate. Sharp corners and edges shall be ground smooth to prevent abrasion and cutting of electrical cable insulation. Cable holder shall be of sufficient length and strength to provide support for each separate cable. Pump power/control cable, float switch cables and pump lifting chain shall be supported by the cable holder. All cables and the pump lift chain shall be easily accessed from a pump hatch opening. Cable holders shall be attached with 3/8-inch minimum 316 stainless steel wedge anchors.

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c. Hatch assembly shall be provided by pump supplier, accommodate all pumps, and include upper guide bearing brackets, safety chain hook, hinged and hasped covers, wiring channel or junction box and level sensor cable holders, as required.

805-16 ELECTRICAL POWER CORD:

a. The pumps shall be supplied with power and sensor conductors encapsulated in a single cable wherever possible. Whenever separate cables are provided for power and sensors, Contractor shall furnish and install separate conduit runs to enclose each conductor. Cable(s) shall be fixed to pump using a watertight compression assembly. Stainless steel watertight connectors, equal to Crouse-Hinds Type CGB, with neoprene glands shall be furnished and installed in junction box enclosure to terminate each conduit and seal each cable end into the panel as shown in the Contract Documents.

b. Electrical power cord shall be water resistant 600 volts, 60°C, UL and/or CSA approved and applied dependent on amp draw for size. Cord shall be of sufficient length to reach junction box with no splices and appropriate slack.

c. Power cord leads shall be connected to motor leads by power distribution blocks.

d. Cord cap assembly where bolted to connection box assembly shall be sealed with a

Buna N Rubber O-ring on a beveled edge to assure proper sealing.

805-17 PRODUCT HANDLING:

a. Parts shall be properly protected so no damage or deterioration will occur during a prolonged delay from time of shipment until installation is completed and the units and equipment are ready for operation.

b. Equipment and parts shall be properly protected against damage during storage at site.

c. Factory assembled parts and components shall not be dismantled for shipment unless permission is received in writing from Engineer.

d. Finished surfaces of exposed pump openings shall be protected by wooden blanks,

strongly built and securely bolted thereto.

e. Finished iron or steel surfaces not painted shall be properly protected to prevent rust and corrosion.

f. After hydrostatic or other tests have been completed, entrapped water shall be drained

prior to shipment and proper care shall be taken to protect parts from the entrance of water during shipment, storage and handling.

g. Each box or package shall be properly marked to show its net weight in addition to its

contents.

805-18 WARRANTY:

805-18.1 Pumps: Pump manufacturer shall warrant pumping equipment for each time period or duration of actual operational running time whichever occurs first, participating in the cost of repair or replacement, in accordance with the following schedule.

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Warranty Period

Time After Shipment of Pumping

Equipment (months)

Time of Actual Pump Operation

(Hours)

Manufacturer’s Share of Cost of Repair or

Replacement (percent) 1 0-24 0-3000 100 2 25-45 3000.1-6500.0 50 3 46-66 6500.1-10,000.0 25

Warranty shall cover defects in workmanship and material and cover all costs for both labor and parts required to inspect and repair pumping equipment delivered to pump manufacturer's authorized repair and maintenance service center. Contractor shall be responsible for removing and reinstalling pumping equipment in wet well and pump manufacturer shall be responsible for removal and reinstallation of pump power and control cables and transportation or shipping costs for delivery of pumping equipment to service center and return to site during first warranty period. If warranty service is required after first warranty period, Owner shall be responsible for transportation or shipping costs for delivery of pumping equipment to service center and return to site within a 100-mile radius as specified in this section. Pump manufacturer shall be responsible for transportation or shipping costs for delivery of pumping equipment to a service center, outside of the specified 100 mile radius, and return to Owner, in the event that conditions occur that no authorized service center is located within required area at time warranty service is required after first warranty period. Contractor's obligation under this warranty shall be to repair or replace the defective pumping equipment at the prorated share of cost stated above, exclusive of shipping costs for which pump manufacturer is responsible as stated above. In addition to the manufacturer’s warranty as stated above, the pump manufacturer shall provide a one (1) year clog free guarantee. If the pump clogs with typical solids and/or debris normally found in domestic wastewater during this period (within 12 months of final acceptance by the Owner), the manufacturer or the manufacturer’s representative will reimburse the Owner for reasonable cost to remove the pump, clear the obstruction and reinstall the affected pump, or the manufacturer’s representative will provide a service technician to perform this work at no cost to the Owner. 805.18.2 Control Panel: From the time the pump station is accepted for maintenance by the Owner, pump control panel components shall carry a full one (1)-year replacement warranty. Programmable pump controller shall carry a ten (10)-year replacement warranty. 805.18.3 Wet Well, Building, VFDs, Transformers, Electrical Distribution Equipment, Air Conditioning, Lighting, Site Improvements, Guide Rail Systems, and Other Accessory Items: The obligation of the Contractor and pump supplier shall be to repair and/or replace defective access hatches and frames, guide rail systems, wet well and building components, VFDs (if not part of the control panel), transformers, electrical distribution equipment, air conditioning equipment, lighting, site improvements and other accessory items, or any of their defective components which are supplied under this Specification at no additional cost to Owner concurrent with warranty period number one for the pumping equipment. Extended warranty requirements for time periods, after the expiration of warranty period number one as stated above, shall not be applicable to access frames, guide rail system, and other accessory items. 805-18.4 Agreement to Warranty Conditions: Pump manufacturer shall, as a part of the required Shop Drawing and product submittal data, deliver a certified statement of agreement to the above listed conditions of warranty for equipment and materials to be supplied and installed under this Specification. If this agreement is not submitted, equipment shall not be approved. A typewritten or printed copy of product warranty, including the above provisions and applicable dates of commencement and expiration of each warranty period shall be supplied with other required product data.

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805-19 SURFACE PREPARATION AND SHOP PAINTING FOR PUMPS

a. Before exposure to weather and prior to shop painting, surfaces shall be thoroughly cleaned, dry and free from mill-scale, rust, grease, dirt, and other foreign matter.

b. Pumps and motors shall be shop coated.

c. Nameplates shall be properly protected during painting.

d. Gears, bearing surfaces, and other similar surfaces obviously not to be painted shall be given a heavy shop coat of grease or other suitable rust-resistant coating. This coating shall be maintained as necessary to prevent corrosion during periods of storage and erection and shall be satisfactory to Engineer up to time of final acceptance test.

805-20 PUMP CONTROL AND SERVICE ENTRANCE PANELS:

a. To establish unit responsibility for the complete operating system, the service entrance and control panel shall be supplied by pump manufacturer/supplier and shall be as specified in Paragraphs 805-22 through 805-48 of these Specifications.

b. Furnish all labor, materials, equipment and incidentals required and install pump station service entrance and control panels, complete and ready for use. Pump control panels shall be furnished complete with liquid level controls as specified herein and as shown in the Contract Documents.

c. Pump control logic and sensors are to be made or assembled and warranted by the

manufacturer of the service entrance and control panels in addition to all other warranties specified herein.

d. In order to assume electrical and control system responsibility, the above specified

pump control panels shall be furnished completely wired, including interlocking between motor control, accessory devices, and level systems. Pump control panels furnished for all pump stations on this project shall be of the same manufacturer.

805-21 CONTROL PANEL (TYPE I PUMP STATION ONLY):

a. Furnish and install equipment as shown in the Contract Documents in a low profile, UL

508 listed, weatherproof NEMA 4X, Type 316 stainless steel panel with rain-tight cap, sealed bottom, and eight-inch leg stands. Pump control panel shall be as manufactured by TESCO Controls Inc., or approved equal. Enclosure shall be furnished with hinged dead front interior and exterior doors. Outer enclosure shall be constructed of 12-gauge, Type 316 stainless steel with non-glare finish. Doors shall be equipped with Type 316 stainless steel polished handles with three point roller bearing latches and hasps for owner padlocks. Doors shall be hinged on the same side and shall open to greater than 90 degrees. Outer doors shall also be furnished with metal doorstops for use in wind conditions. Dead front latches shall be 1/4 turn adjustable with one eighth inch thick latching dog and knurled knob. Interior mounting hardware shall be Type 316 stainless steel. Enclosure exterior shall be unpainted. Interior color including front and back of hinged dead front doors, separation barriers and mounting backpanels shall be white. Painting process shall include five stages of metal preparation using dip tanks as follows: 1) Alkaline cleaner, 2) Clear water rinse, 3) Iron phosphate application, 4) Clear water rinse, and 5) Inhibitive rinse to seal phosphated surfaces. Finish shall be polyester dry powder, electrostatically applied and baked on at 380 degrees F.

b. Enclosure shall be compartmentalized such that programmable pump controller, power, and telemetry sections are isolated from each other. In compartments

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containing programmable pump controller, barriers behind inner dead front doors shall separate power sections and space for telemetry. Space shall be available in pump control panel for the mounting of existing or new telemetry components (Ethernet switch, radio/modem, battery and charger). Openings shall be sealed to prevent entrance of insects and rodents.

c. Pump control panel shall house the main circuit breaker, and an ATS. A separate utility

switch with an appropriately sized breaker in a box shall be attached to the main control panel. Main circuit breaker, branch circuit breakers, and wiring shall be located behind interior dead front door. Interlocks, control device and circuit breaker operation shall be possible without opening dead front door. Elapsed time meters, indicating devices and H.O.A. switches, shall be mounted on the inside dead front door. Breaker cutouts for breaker toggle protrusion shall be supplied, to eliminate exposure to hazardous potentials. A physical lockout device shall be supplied on each motor circuit breaker. Lightning/surge protection and PFR power fail relay shall be furnished to protect panel equipment from lightning, loss of power, or Utility power surges. Provide additional surge suppression on 120V ac service to programmable controller and external analog loops. Provide GFCI receptacle, intrusion switch and florescent light with door-activated switch in each panel section. Provide site area light switch with associated circuit breaker protection. Bussing and wire shall be copper. Wire shall be stranded with locking spade pressure connectors and labeled with clip-on permanent plastic wire markers. Circuit breakers and dead front mounted devices (lights and switches) shall be equipped with engraved phenolic nameplates.

d. When control panel is installed outside, provide climate control devices to keep temperature and humidity within limits of installed devices and equipment. Provide individual heaters in each control enclosure section sized to maintain a minimum temperature and maximum humidity based on the most extreme ambient environment. Each heater shall be controlled by individual humidistat with independent controls for humidity and temperature. For Type I Pump Stations, provide air conditioners on each enclosure section that contains a VFD and where the maximum temperature limit of a housed component may be exceeded. Air conditioners shall be sized to maintain temperature 20 degrees below the high temperature limit of enclosed components within that control panel section during the most extreme anticipated ambient environment. The anticipated outside ambient environment temperature range shall be between 15 and 103 degrees F with 100 percent humidity and direct sun exposure.

805-22 CONTROL PANEL (TYPE II PUMP STATION ONLY):

a. Furnish and install equipment as shown in the Contract Documents in a low profile, UL

508 listed, weatherproof NEMA 1, steel panel with sealed bottom and eight-inch leg stands. Pump control panel shall be as manufactured by TESCO Controls Inc., or approved equal. Enclosure shall be furnished with hinged dead front interior and exterior doors. Outer enclosure shall be constructed of 12-gauge steel with painted finish. Doors shall be equipped with Type 316 stainless steel polished handles with 3-point roller bearing latches and hasps for owner padlocks. Doors shall be hinged on the same side and shall open to greater than 90 degrees. Dead front latches shall be 1/4 turn adjustable with one-eighth inch thick latching dog and knurled knob. Interior mounting hardware shall be Type 316 stainless steel. Interior color including front and back of hinged dead front doors, separation barriers and mounting backpanels shall be white. Painting process shall include five stages of metal preparation using dip tanks as follows: 1) Alkaline cleaner, 2) Clear water rinse, 3) Iron phosphate application, 4) Clear water rinse, and 5) Inhibitive rinse to seal phosphated surfaces. Finish shall be polyester dry powder, electrostatically applied and baked on at 380 degrees F.

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b. Enclosure shall be compartmentalized such that programmable pump controller, power and telemetry sections are isolated from each other. In compartments containing programmable pump controller, barriers behind inner dead front doors shall separate power sections and space for telemetry. Space shall be available in pump control panel for mounting of existing or new telemetry components (Ethernet switch, radio/modem, battery and charger). Openings shall be sealed to prevent entrance of insects and rodents.

c. Elapsed time meters, indicating devices and H.O.A. switches, shall be mounted on the

dead front door. Provide lightning/surge protection to protect panel equipment from lightning, loss of power, or utility power surges. Provide additional surge suppression on 120V ac service to programmable controller and external analog loops. Provide GFCI receptacle, intrusion switch and florescent light with door-activated switch in each panel section. Wire shall be stranded with locking spade pressure connectors and labeled with clip-on permanent plastic wire markers. Circuit breakers and dead front mounted devices (lights and switches) shall be equipped with engraved phenolic nameplates.

d. Electrical building shall be climate controlled to maintain temperature and humidity

within limits of the installed devices and equipment. Air conditioning and heating shall be sized to maintain the temperature 20 degrees below the high temperature and above the low temperature limit of enclosed components, respectively, during the most extreme anticipated ambient environment. The anticipated outside ambient environment shall include a temperature range shall be between 15 and 103 degrees F with 100 percent humidity and direct sun exposure.

805-23 UTILITY METERING:

a. Utility meters shall be installed as per the Contract Documents. Water services

complete with metering shall be completed prior to testing or wash down operations. Metering shall meet requirements of and be approved by relevant local utility companies. Until pump station is accepted and turned over to Owner, metering including installation charges, deposits and payment of utilities are responsibility of Contractor. Metering compartment shall be UL labeled as suitable for use as service equipment only. Furnish lever operated meter socket to meet local Utility requirements. Pull section and utility compartments shall be accessible only by local Utility company. Pull section shall include circuit breaker disconnect and neutral landing lug per local utility requirements. Bussing and wire shall be copper.

b. For Type I Pump Stations, electric service meter compartment shall be constructed as an integral part of pump control panel.

805-24 AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH:

a. Provide automatic transfer switch (ATS) mounted inside control panel for a Type I

pump station and mounted in association with the MCC or switchgear for a Type II pump station as shown on the Contract Documents. Transfer switch voltage and current ratings shall be as shown on the Contract Documents and match main incoming circuit breaker for the Utility incoming feeder. Transfer switch shall be open transition type suitable for mounting inside control panel. Utility side shall be connected at the load side of the main breaker. Provide suitable termination means for engine generator cables as shown on the Contract Documents.

b. ATS shall be as manufactured by ASCO, Russelectric, GE-Zenith Control, or approved equal.

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c. ATS Transfer Switch Features:

1. Type: Electrically operated, mechanically held, double throw.

2. Momentarily energized, single-electrically operated mechanism energized form source to which load is to be transferred.

3. Locking mechanism to maintain constant contact pressure.

4. Mechanical interlock switch to ensure only one of two possible switch positions.

5. Silver alloy contacts protected by arcing contacts.

6. Main and arcing contacts visible when door is open and barrier covers removed.

7. Manual operating handle for transfer in either direction under either loaded or

unloaded conditions.

d. ATS Control Module Features: 1. Completely enclosed and mounted separately from transfer switch unit.

2. Microprocessor for sensing and logic control with inherent digital communications

capability.

3. Plug-in, industrial grade interfacing relays with dust covers.

4. Connected to transfer switch by wiring harness having keyed disconnect plug.

5. Plug-in printed circuit boards for sensing and control logic.

6. Adjustable solid state undervoltage sensors for all three phases of normal and for one phase of standby source:

i. Pickup 85 to 100 percent nominal.

ii. Dropout 75 to 98 percent of pickup setting.

7. Adjustable frequency sensors for standby source:

i. Pickup 90 to 100 percent nominal.

ii. Dropout 87 to 89 percent of pickup setting.

8. Control module with adjustable time delays:

i. 0.5 to 6-second engine start delay.

ii. 0 to 5-minute load transfer to emergency delay.

iii. 0 to 30-minute retransfer to normal delay.

iv. 0 to 30-minute unload running time delay.

v. Switch to bypass any of the above time delays during testing.

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9. Form-C start contacts, rated 10 amperes, 32-volt dc, for two-wire engine control, wired to terminal block.

10. Exerciser, adjustable in fifteen (15)-minute increments, seven (7)-day dial clock complete with dead-front door mounted NO LOAD and LOAD selector switch with option to manually initiate exerciser sequence.

11. In-phase monitor to control transfer when both sources are within acceptable phase

angle limits.

12. Adjustable zero (0) to five (5) minutes time delay relay for engine starting signal.

13. Provide dry-contact outputs rated at 5 amps, 120V ac for the following conditions:

i. Normal power fails.

ii. Normal power available.

iii. Generator power available.

iv. ATS in normal position.

v. ATS in generator position.

e. Indicators:

1. Type: Manufacturer’s standard.

2. Mounting: Dead-front door mounted.

3. Green lens to indicated switch position for normal power source.

4. Red lens to indicate switch position for standby power source.

5. Green lens to indicate normal power source is available within parameters established by pickup and dropout settings.

6. Red lens to indicate standby power source is available within parameters

established by pickup and dropout settings.

7. Provide one normally open and one normally closed, 5 amperes, 120V contact for remote indication when transfer switch is in either position.

f. Factory Tests:

1. Test to ensure correct:

i. Operation of individual components.

ii. Sequence of operation.

iii. Transfer time, voltage, frequency, and time delay settings.

2. Dielectric strength test per NEMA ICS 1.

805-25 TERMINAL AND DISTRIBUTION BLOCKS: Distribution blocks shall be furnished and

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installed as required for "fan-out" of control power and other 120V sources within enclosure. Blocks shall be rated 300V at a minimum of 20 amperes and sized for the conductors served. Distribution blocks shall be Entrelec, Allen Bradley, Connectron, or approved equal.

805-26 CIRCUIT BREAKERS: Unless noted otherwise on the Contract Documents, pumps less than 5 horsepower shall have 230V ac, three-phase service with breakers, starters and overloads as per NEC recommended sizes. Pumps five (5) horsepower and over shall have 480V ac service with breakers, starters & overloads as per NEC recommended sizes. All 230/480 volt circuit breakers shall have interrupting capacities at 14,000 amperes. All 120-volt breakers shall be rated 10,000 amperes interrupting capacity. Circuit breakers shall be of the indicating type, providing ON, OFF, and TRIPPED positions of operating handle. Circuit breakers shall be quick-make, quick-break, with a thermal-magnetic action. Circuit breakers shall be bolted on type with molded case and lugs on both sides. Use of tandem or dual circuit breakers in a normal single-pole space to provide the number of poles or spaces specified is not acceptable. Multiple-pole circuit breakers shall be designed so an overload on one pole automatically causes all poles to open. Circuit breakers shall meet requirements of UL and NEMA AB l. Breakers shall be Cutler Hammer EHD, QC, or approved equal. Circuit breakers shall be UL listed heavy-duty molded case circuit breakers. Circuit breakers shall conform to UL 489, UL 486B, and UL 1087. Circuit Breakers shall also comply with the National Electrical Code and Federal Specification W-C-375C.

805-27 MOTOR CONTROL:

b. Fixed Speed: 1. Provide each motor with suitable controller and devices that will perform functions

as specified for their respective motors. Controllers shall conform to applicable requirements of NEMA ICS, ANSI C19.1, the NEC, and UL. Anticipated horsepower ratings are shown on the Contract Documents. This information is for guidance only and does not limit equipment size. When motors furnished differ from the expected ratings indicated, make necessary adjustments to wiring, conduit, disconnect devices, motor starters, branch circuit protection, and other affected material or equipment to accommodate motors actually installed at no additional cost to Owner.

2. Each motor control system shall be equipped with a HAND/OFF/AUTO control switch, indicating lights, elapsed time meter, motor starter, and three-phase pump current monitoring.

3. Control switches and indicating lights shall be UL listed oil-tight devices rated heavy

duty as manufactured by Allen Bradley or approved equal. Motor starters shall be NEMA rated with an electrically held contact and single reset, three-phase, overload relay with a normally closed holding contact and a normally open isolated contact for overload alarm. Each overload shall be ambient compensated and shall trip on 600% of full load current in less than six (6) seconds. Each motor starter Size 3 and larger shall be furnished with a minimum of four auxiliary contacts and provisions for adding two more. Auxiliary contacts shall be convertible, in the field, from normally open to normally closed. Each overload relay shall have a test trip push-button built-in and an adjustable calibrated trip with indicating dial. There shall be an unbreakable steel operator, with insulated plastic foot (for safety) through the dead front door for manual reset. Motor starters shall be Allen Bradley or approved equal.

4. Indicating Lights Color Convention:

i. Red = pump running.

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ii. Green = pump off.

iii. Yellow/Amber = pump fail.

5. Elapsed running time meter for recording total elapsed running time for each motor shall be six digit, non-reset, recording in hours and tenths. Meters shall be mounted to dead front door with stainless steel machine screws. Sheet metal screws will not be acceptable.

c. Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs): 1. Drive Units:

i. Incorporate a switching power supply operating from a dc bus, to produce a

PWM output waveform simulating a sine wave and providing power loss ride through of 2 milliseconds at full load, full speed.

ii. Current-limiting semiconductor fuses for protection of internal power

semiconductors.

iii. Employ a diode bridge rectifier providing a constant displacement power factor of 0.95 minimum at all operating speeds and loads.

iv. Use transistors for output section, providing minimum 97 percent drive

efficiency at full speed, full load.

v. Employ dc power discharge circuit so that after removal of input power dc link capacitor voltage level will decay below 50 volts dc within 1 minute after de-energizing following NEMA CP 1 and NFPA 79. Design dc link capacitor for a MTBF of 5 years.

vi. Operate with an open circuited output.

vii. Input Voltage: As shown on Contract Drawings plus or minus 10 percent.

viii. Output Voltage: 0 to the input voltage as shown on Contract Drawings, three-

phase, 0 to 66-Hz, minimum.

ix. Maximum peak voltage of PWM AFD output pulse of 1000 volts, with pulse rise time of not less than 2 microseconds, and a maximum rate of rise of 500 volts per microsecond. Maximum frequency of PWM AFD output pulse (carrier) frequency of 3,000-Hz. If magnitudes of these characteristics be more stressful to motor insulation than specified values, furnish insulation systems on the motors suitable for the proposed values.

x. Motor Audible Noise Level: When operating throughout speed range of PWM

AFD, no more than 3 dBA above that designated in NEMA MG 1 for same motor operated at constant speed with a 60-Hz supply voltage.

xi. Short-Time Overload Capacity: 125 percent of rated load in rms current for

1 minute following full load, full speed operation.

xii. Equipment Short-Circuit Rating: Suitable for connection to system with maximum source three-phase, bolted fault, short-circuit available of 42,000 amps rms symmetrical at 480 volts or 21,000 amps rms symmetrical at 240 volts.

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xiii. Furnish drives with output current-limiting reactors mounted within equipment

enclosure.

xiv. Diagnostics: Comprehensive for drive adjustment and troubleshooting:

A. Memory Battery Backup: 100 hours minimum during a power loss. B. Status messages will not stop drive from running but will prevent it from

starting. C. Fault Condition Messages and History: First fault protection function to be

activated, ability to store six successive fault occurrences in order. Minimum faults numerically:

1) Overcurrent (time and instantaneous). 2) Overvoltage. 3) Undervoltage (dc and ac). 4) Overtemperature (drive, motor windings, motor bearing, pump bearing). 5) Serial communication fault. 6) Short-circuit/ground fault (motor and drive). 7) Motor stalled. 8) Semiconductor fault. 9) Microprocessor fault. 10) Single-phase voltage condition.

a) Drive Protection: Fast-acting semiconductor fuses. b) Overcurrent, instantaneous overcurrent trip. c) Dc undervoltage protection, 70 percent dropout. d) Dc overvoltage protection, 130 percent pickup. e) Overtemperature, drive, inverter, converter, and dc link components. f) Overtemperature, motor, and pump. g) Single-phase protection. h) Reset overcurrent protection (manual or automatic reset). i) Active current limit/torque limit protection. j) Semiconductor fault protection. k) Short-circuit/ground fault protection. l) Serial communication fault protection. m) Microprocessor fault. n) Surge protection for transient overvoltage (6,000 volts, 80 joule

surge, tested per IEEE C62.41). o) Visual display of specific fault conditions.

xv. Operational Features:

A. Use manufacturer’s standard unless otherwise indicated. B. Sustained power loss. C. Momentary power loss. D. Power interruption. E. Power loss ride through (0.1 second). F. Start on the fly. G. Electronic motor overload protection. H. Stall protection. I. Slip compensation. J. Automatic restart after power return (ability to enable/disable function). K. Critical frequency lockout (three selectable points minimum, by 1.5-Hz steps

in 10-Hz bands, to prevent resonance of system). L. Drive maintenance system software for complete programming and

diagnostics.

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M. Ground fault protection, drive, and motor. N. Operate with no motor connected to output terminals.

2. Rectifier: Three-phase, 6-pulse full wave diode bridge rectifier for pump horsepower

less than 150 horsepower and 18-pulse full wave diode bridge rectifier for pump horsepower 150 horsepower and greater to provide constant dc voltage to drive’s dc bus.

3. Furnish series choke and capacitors on dc bus to reduce ripple in rectifier output and to reduce harmonic distortion reflected into incoming power feeders.

4. Controller: Microprocessor-controller PWM inverter to convert to dc voltage to

variable voltage, adjustable frequency three-phase ac output. Output voltage shall vary proportionally with frequency to maintain a constant ratio of volts to hertz up to 60-Hz. Above 60-Hz, voltage shall remain constant with drive operating in a constant horsepower output mode.

5. Operator Interface:

i. Controls: Mount drive local control on dead front door of enclosure and include

control switch and membrane type keypad for the following operator functions:

A. Start (when in local mode). B. Stop (when in local mode). C. Speed increase (when in local mode). D. Speed decrease (when in local mode). E. Parameter mode selection (recall programmed parameters). F. HAND/OFF/AUTO control selection (in auto, furnish for auto RUN command

digital input and speed increase/decrease via remote 4 -20 mA analog signal).

G. Fault reset, manual for all faults (except loss of ac voltage which is automatic upon return).

H. HAND/preset speed. I. Parameter lock (password or key switch lockout of changes to parameters). J. Start disable (key switch or programmed code).

ii. Control circuit disconnect shall de-energize circuits in units that are not de-

energized by main power disconnect device.

iii. Arrange component and circuit such that failure of any single component cannot cause cascading failure(s) of any other component(s).

iv. Alphanumeric Display: During normal operation and routine test, the following

parameters shall be available:

A. Motor current (percent of drive rated current). B. Output frequency (Hertz). C. Output voltage. D. Running time. E. Hand/Auto indicator. F. Status of digital inputs and outputs. G. Analog input and output values. H. Output motor current per leg. I. All test points.

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v. Adjustable Parameters: Set drive operating parameters and indicate in a numeric form. Potentiometers may not be used for parameter adjustment. Minimum setup parameters available:

A. Frequency range, minimum, maximum. B. Adjustable acceleration/deceleration rate. C. Volts per Hertz (field weakening point). D. Active current limit/torque limit, 0 to 140 percent of drive rating. E. Adjustable voltage boost (IR compensation). F. Preset speed (adjustable, preset operating point). G. Provision for adjustment of minimum and maximum pump speed to be

furnished as function of 4 -20 mA remote speed signal.

6. Signal Interface: i. Digital Input:

A. Accept a remote RUN command contact closure input. B. High temperature contact closure input from field mounted motor

temperature monitoring relay.

ii. Digital Output: Furnish three discrete output dry contact closures rated 5 amps at 120 V ac.

A. DRIVE RUNNING. B. DRIVE FAULT, with common contact closure for all fault conditions. C. DRIVE IN REMOTE MODE.

iii. Analog Input: When LOCAL/OFF/REMOTE switch is in REMOTE, control drive

speed from a remote 4 -20 mA dc signal. Make provisions for adjustment of minimum and maximum motor speed which shall result from this signal. Factory set this adjustment to comply with operating speed range designated in driven equipment specifications. Frequency resolution shall be 0.1 percent of base speed.

iv. Analog Output: Furnish two 4 -20 mA dc signals, for actual frequency, actual

load.

805-28 DIESEL ENGINE GENERATOR SET:

805-28.1 General:

a. When generator is Owner-furnished, Contractor shall: 1. Receive, load, and transport generator from Owner designated site, within City-

Parish to pump station site.

2. Offload and store generator at pump station.

3. Set, level and anchor generator on Contractor installed foundation.

4. Terminate interconnecting structures and conductors to pump station systems.

5. Touchup or repair damage to coatings resulting from unloading, storage, installation, testing and startup.

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6. Cooperate with Owner’s generator supplier with startup and testing:

i. Supplier to inspect installation and issue Certificate of Proper Installation prior to testing. Contractor to remedy deficiencies noted by Supplier associated with the work performed by the Contractor.

ii. Functional Test: Contractor to assist Supplier in performing functional test to verify engine generator runs within its allowable limits, unit safety devices function, and automatic transfer switch transfers load to generator on loss of utility power and back on restoration of power.

iii. Performance Test: Contractor to assist Supplier in performing load cell test to

verify rated output of generator and test to verify generator can power installed load. Supplier will supply and temporarily wire the load cell.

iv. Contractor to provide assistance during testing to correct installation issues

relating to Contractor’s scope of Work. As a minimum, Contractor’s electrician shall be present during the Functional Test and for the Performance Test until generator is operating in a steady state.

b. When generators are indicated in the Contract Documents to be provided by the

Contractor, generator shall meet requirements in Paragraphs 805-29.2 through 805-29.16.

805-28.2 Manufacturer Special Requirements:

a. Generator set shall be listed to UL 2200 or submitted to an independent third party

certification process to verify compliance as installed. Field evaluated products are not acceptable.

b. Manufacturer of generator set shall be certified to ISO 9001 and shall have third party certification verifying quality assurance in design/development, production, installation, and service, in accordance with ISO 9001.

805-28.3 Manufacturers:

a. Generator Sets:

1. Baldor

2. Caterpillar

3. Cummins.

805-28.4 Service Conditions: a. Ambient Temperature at Air Intake: 95 degrees F maximum.

b. Ambient Temperature at Engine Generator Set: 95 degrees F maximum.

c. Suitable for service in a legally-required standby power system per NFPA 70, National

Electric Code.

d. In conjunction with automatic transfer switch, able to restore power within 60 seconds after failure of the normal power supply.

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805-28.5 Generator General Characteristics

a. Generator sets shall be used to drive centrifugal pump motors and ancillary loads and shall be Industrial Grade.

b. Ratings:

1. Operate at maximum 1,800 rpm.

2. Power and voltage ratings shall be sized to start and operate the sized pumps provided for pump station and associated ancillary loads. Sizing shall be based on ancillary loads and one pump starting in the first unit step with one pump started in subsequent steps.

3. Rated based on standby service.

c. Emissions: Engines shall be certified in compliance with 40 CFR 89.

805-28.6 Engine

a. General: 1. Manufacturer’s standard design, unless otherwise specified.

2. Designed with adequate strength for specified duty.

b. Type:

1. Diesel cycle, 4-stroke type with unit mounted radiator and fan cooling.

2. Minimum displacement shall be as recommended by generator manufacturer.

3. Minimum number of cylinders shall be four.

c. Starting System:

1. Type: Automatic, using 12-volt or 24-volt battery-driven starter acting in response to

control panel.

2. Starter shall be capable of three complete cranking cycles without overheating.

3. Batteries:

i. Sized as recommended by engine manufacturer.

ii. Lead-acid type.

iii. Capable of providing 15 seconds minimum of cranking current at 0 degree C and three complete 15-second cranking cycles at 40 degrees C.

iv. Housed in acid-resistant frame isolated from engine generator main frame.

v. Located such that maintenance and inspection of engine is not hindered.

vi. Complete with battery cables and connectors.

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4. Battery Charger: i. Locate within enclosure.

ii. UL 1236 listed and labeled.

iii. 10-amp automatic float, taper and equalize charge type, with plus or minus 1

percent voltage regulation over a plus or minus 10 percent input voltage variation.

iv. Temperature compensated to operate over an ambient range of minus

30 degrees C to 50 degrees C.

5. Include: i. Ammeter and voltmeter.

ii. Fused ac input and dc output.

iii. Power ON pilot light.

iv. AC failure relay and light.

v. Low and high dc voltage alarm relay and light.

6. Alarm relay dry contacts rated 4 amps at 120V ac.

d. Fuel System:

1. Engine driven, mechanical, positive displacement fuel pump.

2. Fuel filter with replaceable spin-on canister element.

3. Fuel Connections to Engine: Flexible hose, suitable for application.

e. Governing System:

1. Electro-mechanical or electro-hydraulic type.

2. Regulates speed as required to hold generating frequency within tolerable limits

and within 5 percent of nominal design speed.

3. Accessories:

i. Manual speed control device.

ii. Positive overspeed trip switch.

f. Jacket Water Cooling System: 1. Radiator:

i. Consisting of jacket water pump, fan assembly, and fan guard.

ii. Cooling System: Rated for full load operation in 122 degrees F (50 degrees C)

ambient as measured at alternator air inlet.

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iii. Sized based on a core temperature that is 20 degrees F higher than rated

operation temperature.

2. Engine Thermostat: As recommended by manufacturer to regulate engine water temperature.

3. Engine Cooling Liquid: Fill cooling system with a 20/80-propylene glycol/water mixture prior to shipping.

g. Lubrication System:

1. Type: Full-pressure.

2. Accessories:

i. Pressure switch to initiate shutdown on low oil pressure.

ii. Oil filter with replaceable element.

iii. Bayonet type oil level stick.

iv. Valved oil drain extension.

3. Oil Cooling System: Water-cooled heat exchanger utilizing jacket water if

recommended by manufacturer.

h. Exhaust System: 1. Muffler: Rated for residential silencing.

2. Exhaust Pipe: ASTM A335, Grade P11, standard wall, with fittings selected to

match piping materials.

3. Pipe Connections: Welded.

4. Engine Connection: Flanged.

i. Air Intake System: Equip with dry type air cleaner with filter service (restriction) indicator.

805-28.7 Generator:

a. General:

1. Meet requirements of NEMA MG 1.

2. Synchronous type with 2/3 pitch, revolving field, drip-proof construction, air cooled

by a direct drive centrifugal blower fan.

3. Stator Windings:

i. Skewed for smooth voltage waveform.

ii. Reconnectable, 12 lead.

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iii. Overspeed Capability: 125 percent.

iv. Waveform Deviation from Sine Wave: 5 percent maximum.

v. Telephone Interference Factor: 50 maximum.

vi. Total Harmonic Current and Voltage Distortion: 5 percent maximum, measured at generator main circuit breaker.

vii. 480-volt, three-phase, 60-cycle or 230-volt, three-phase, 60-cycle as indicated

on the Contract Documents or specified herein.

b. Insulation System: 1. Class H, with a maximum rise of 125 degrees C over 40 degree C ambient in

accordance with NEMA MG 1.

2. Epoxy varnish.

c. Excitation System: 1. Field brushless type or permanent magnet generator (PMG) exciter.

2. PMG and Controls: Capable of providing regulated current, at a rate of 300 percent

of nameplate current, to a single-phase or three-phase fault for 10 seconds.

d. Voltage Regulation: 1. Solid state, three-phase sensing type.

2. Adjustable output voltage level to plus or minus 5 percent.

3. Provisions for proper voltage regulation for existing or future adjustable frequency

drives as part of generator load.

4. Conformal coating environmental protection.

e. Voltage and Frequency Regulation Performance: 1. Steady State Voltage Regulation: Less than plus or minus 1 percent from no load to

continuous rating point.

2. NEMA MG 1 Defined Transient Voltage Dip:

i. Less than 20 percent at rapid application of rated load.

ii. Recovery to rated voltage and frequency within 2 seconds following initial load application.

iii. Steady State Frequency Regulation: Plus or minus 1.5-Hz overload range.

f. Motor Starting Capability: See Contract Documents.

g. Short Circuit Capabilities: Sustain 300 percent of rated current for 10 seconds for

external three-phase bolted fault without exceeding rated temperatures.

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h. Main Circuit Breaker:

1. Type: Molded case.

2. Current Rating: As recommended by generator manufacturer.

3. Interrupt Rating: See Contract Documents.

4. Short Time Rating: See Contract Documents.

5. Trips:

i. Thermal-magnetic with inverse time characteristics and adjustable magnetic pickup.

ii. Solid state, RMS sensing.

iii. Adjustable Functions:

A. Long-time current pickup. B. Long-time delay. C. Normal range instantaneous. D. Short-time delay with I2t function.

6. Enclosure:

i. Rating: NEMA 250, Type 12.

ii. Mounted with vibration isolation from engine generator set.

7. Surge Protective Devices: Three-phase capacitors and arresters mounted in

terminal compartment.

805-28.8 Baseplate: a. Mount engine generator set on rigid common steel base frame.

b. Base frame shall be stiffened to minimize deflections.

805-28.9 Integral Subbase Fuel Tank:

a. General:

1. Full load operation of generator set for 72 hours.

2. UL 142 listed and labeled.

3. Installation shall be in compliance to NFPA 37.

4. Double-walled, steel construction and shall include the following features:

i. Emergency tank and basin vents.

ii. Mechanical level gauge.

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iii. Fuel supply and return lines, connected to generator set with flexible fuel lines as recommended by engine manufacturer and in compliance to UL 2200 and NFPA 37 requirements.

iv. Leak detection provisions, wired to generator set control for local and remote

alarm indication.

v. High and low level float switches to indicate fuel level. Wire switches to generator control for local and remote indication of fuel level.

vi. Basin drain.

vii. Integral lifting provisions.

5. Desiccant canister on air vents line.

805-28.10 Vibration Isolators: a. Provide vibration isolators, spring/pad type.

805-28.11 Automatic Load Transfer Control: a. Automatic run controls shall be suitable for remote interface and control by automatic

transfer switch. Engine generator set shall start and run upon closure of a remote dry contact specified in, article Automatic Transfer Switch(Type I and II Pump Stations).

805-28.12 Control System:

a. Control Panel:

1. Rating: NEMA 250, Type 12.

2. Material: Steel.

3. Instrument Identification: Face label or engraved, black, laminated plastic

nameplate with white 1/4-inch high letters, attached with Type 422 stainless steel screws.

4. UL 508 listed.

5. Tested to meet or exceed IEEE 587 requirements for voltage surge resistance.

6. Controls shall be solid-state, microprocessor based. Control panel shall be

designed and built by generator manufacturer and shall provide operating, monitoring, and control functions for generator set.

7. Control panel mounting height shall not exceed 6 feet 6 inches above where

personnel will access panel. Manufacturer shall modify mounting height for a subbase fuel tank.

b. Instrumentation:

1. Type: Suitable for engine-mounted vibration environment.

2. Mounting: Nonshock mounted.

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3. Alarm and Signal Contacts: Rated 5 amps at 120V ac, dry.

4. Fault Indication Lamps: Manufacturer’s standard.

5. Meters: Digital with analog display, plus or minus 2-percent accuracy.

c. Operator Controls and Indicators: 1. HANDCRANK/STOP/AUTO/ENGINE TEST selector switch.

2. Generator voltage adjustment.

3. Voltmeter PHASE SELECTOR switch.

4. Ammeter PHASE SELECTOR switch.

5. Voltmeter.

6. Ammeter.

7. Kilo-Watts (kW).

8. Power factor.

9. FREQUENCY meter.

10. Engine OIL PRESSURE indicator.

11. Engine jacket WATER TEMPERATURE indicator.

12. Engine SPEED indicator (RPM).

13. Engine OIL TEMPERATURE indicator.

14. RUNNING TIME indicator.

15. DC battery voltage.

16. Emergency Stop button.

d. Alarm Indicators with Manual Pushbutton RESET:

1. Low oil pressure.

2. High jacket water temperature.

3. Engine overspeed.

4. Engine overcrank.

5. Low/high dc voltage.

e. External Interfaces:

1. Furnish a single, common DPDT relay output upon occurrence of alarm condition.

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2. Output: Dry contact rated 5 amps at 120V ac.

3. Accept remote dry start contact closure from automatic transfer switch, rated 10 amps at 32V dc.

f. Functional Requirements:

1. LCD text display of alarm/event descriptions.

2. Recranking Lockout: When engine fires, starting control shall automatically

disconnect cranking control to prevent recranking for a preset period of time after engine stop.

3. Overcranking Lockout: Initiate after four cranking cycles of 10 seconds on and

10 seconds off or provide continuous cranking cycle with crank time limiter.

4. Cooldown timer, adjustable from 5 minutes to 60 minutes.

5. Alarms:

i. Low coolant level.

ii. Low fuel level.

iii. Low battery voltage

iv. High battery voltage.

v. Battery charger failure.

6. Engine shutdown upon following conditions: i. Engine overspeed.

ii. Emergency stop button depressed.

iii. High jacket water temperature alarm setpoint and shutdown setpoint.

iv. Low oil pressure alarm setpoint and shutdown setpoint.

7. Power Requirements: 120 volts, three-phase.

805-28.13 Outdoor Weather-Protective Enclosure:

a. General:

1. Provide generator set with outdoor enclosure, with entire package listed under

UL 2200.

2. Designed for a minimum wind speed of 110 mph.

3. Package shall comply with requirements of NEC for wiring materials and component spacing.

4. Enclosure constructed of minimum 12-gauge steel for framework and 14-gauge

steel for panels.

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5. Hardware and hinges shall be austenitic stainless steel.

6. Design total assembly of generator set, enclosure, and subbase fuel tank to be

lifted into place using spreader bars.

7. Housing:

i. Provide ample airflow for generator set operation at rated load in ambient temperature of 100 degrees F.

ii. Doors:

A. Hinged access doors as required to maintain easy access for operating and service functions.

B. Lockable and include retainers to hold door open during service.

8. Roof: Cambered to prevent rainwater accumulation.

9. Openings: Screened to limit access of rodents into enclosure.

10. Electrical power and control interconnections shall be made within perimeter of enclosure.

11. Finishes:

i. Prime sheet metal or aluminum for corrosion protection and finish painted with

manufacturer’s standard color using a two-step electrocoating paint process, or equal meeting performance requirements specified below.

ii. Prime and paint surfaces of metal parts. Painting process shall result in coating that meets the following requirements:

A. Primer: 0.5 mil to 2.0 mils thick. B. Top Coat: 0.8 mil to 1.2 mils thick. C. Gloss:

1) Per ASTM D523, 80 percent plus or minus 5 percent. 2) Gloss retention after 1 year shall exceed 50 percent.

D. Crosshatch Adhesion: Per ASTM D3359, 4B-5B. E. Impact Resistance: Per ASTM D2794, 120-inch to 160-inch pounds. F. Salt Spray: Per ASTM B117, plus 1,000 hours. G. Humidity: Per ASTM D2247, plus 1,000 hours. H. Water Soak: Per ASTM D2247, plus 1,000 hours.

iii. Painting of hoses, clamps, wiring harnesses, and other nonmetallic service

parts shall not be acceptable.

iv. Fasteners used shall be corrosion resistant and designed to minimize marring of painted surface when removed for normal installation or service work.

12. Exhaust Silencer:

i. Install factory-mounted exhaust silencer inside enclosure.

ii. Exhaust shall exit enclosure through a rain collar and terminate with a rain cap.

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iii. Exhaust connections to generator set shall be through seamless flexible

connections.

13. Maintenance Provisions: i. Flexible coolant and lubricating oil drain lines that extend to exterior of

enclosure, with internal drain valves.

ii. External radiator-fill provision.

iii. External fuel-fill provision for subbase fuel tank.

14. Inlet ducts shall include rain hoods.

15. Provide external emergency stop switch that is protected from accidental actuation.

16. Sound Attenuation:

i. Provide with sound-attenuated housing which allows generator set to operate at full rated load in an ambient temperature of up to 100 degrees F.

ii. Enclosure shall reduce sound level of generator set while operating at full rated load to a maximum of 85 dBA at any location 7 meters from generator set in a free field environment when tested in accordance with SAE J1074.

iii. Insulate enclosure with nonhydroscopic materials.

805-28.14 Factory Tests (on each unit):

a. Conform to NFPA 110.

b. Steady Load Test: Test engine generator set at steady load run of 60 minutes minimum

duration at 100 percent full-rated load.

c. Transient Load Test: Conduct transient load test to demonstrate ability to meet load pickup and load release requirements specified.

d. Harmonic Test: Conduct at full load conditions.

e. Record and Report:

1. Strip chart recording and full harmonic analysis measuring up to 50th harmonic for

both voltage and current and three phases simultaneously.

2. Transient response.

3. Load/speed stability.

4. Engine fuel consumption.

5. Power output.

6. Harmonic analysis.

805-28.15 Field Tests:

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a. Conform to NFPA 110.

b. Coordinate with the generator supplier to perform the following tests on each unit:

1. Performance Test:

i. Perform upon completion of installation.

ii. Operate 2 hours minimum.

iii. Manufacturer’s representative shall make necessary adjustments.

iv. Demonstrate ability of engine generator set to carry specified loads.

v. Demonstrate engine generator set safety shutdowns.

2. Test Report: Record and report the following:

i. Electric load on generator.

ii. Fuel consumption.

iii. Exhaust temperature.

iv. Ambient air temperature.

v. Safety shutdown performance results.

vi. Noise levels at 7 meters.

3. Post-test Requirements:

i. Make final adjustments.

ii. Replace fuel and oil filters.

iii. Check belt drive tensions.

iv. Demonstrate proper operation of equipment, including automatic operation with

control from automatic transfer switch, to Engineer and Owner. 805-28.16 Manufacturer’s Services for Contractor Procured Generators: Manufacturer’s Representative: Present at each pump station site for minimum one person-day, travel time excluded for functional and performance testing and completion of Manufacturer’s Certificate of Proper Installation. 805-29 CONTROL POWER TRANSFORMER: Transformer shall be furnished with primary and secondary fusing. Transformer shall be encapsulated with electrical grade epoxy and silica sand to completely seal the core and coils from moisture and contaminants. Transformer shall be designed for quiet operation, 180 degrees C insulation system standard with 115 degrees C temperature rise for longer, more reliable life. Transformer shall be made in USA and meet or exceed all applicable NEMA, ANSI, OSHA, UL, and CSA requirements. 805-30 PANELBOARD: Panel board shall be circuit breaker type custom constructed to utilize minimum enclosure space with breakers as shown. Circuit breakers shall be molded case, screw-on

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type with lugs on both sides. Panel board shall be furnished with phenolic nameplates. Panel board transformer shall be dry type construction sized as shown in the Contract Documents with primary breaker protection. Panel board transformer shall be a Jefferson 211, G.E., or approved equal. 805-31 CONDUIT SYSTEMS: Conduit shall be PVC-coated Rigid Galvanized Steel (GRS), rigid aluminum, or Schedule 40 or 80 PVC, unless otherwise noted. All underground conduits shall be direct buried PVC-coated GRS; except conduit for the electric utility service lateral shall be direct bury Schedule 40 or 80 PVC as required by local Utility provider requirements and direct bury Schedule 40 PVC shall be used for conduit between the control panel and the generator pad. Above ground conduits shall be PVC-coated GRS or rigid aluminum. Conduit inside electrical buildings shall be rigid aluminum. No other conduit types will be allowed. 805-31.1 PVC-Coated Rigid Galvanized Steel Conduit: PVC-Coated Rigid Galvanized Steel Conduit shall be constructed to meet the requirements of NEMA RN 1, NEMA C80.1 and UL 6. The exterior finish shall be PVC coating, 40-mil nominal thickness with bond to metal having tensile strength greater than PVC and an interior finish consisting of a 2-mil nominal thickness of Urethane coating. Threads shall be hot-dipped galvanized and factory coated with urethane. Conduit shall be bendable without damage to interior or exterior coating. PVC-Coated Rigid Galvanized Steel Conduit fittings shall meet requirements of UL 514B. Fittings shall be rigid galvanized steel type, PVC coated by conduit manufacturer. Conduit bodies shall be cast metal hot-dipped galvanized or urethane finish. Cover shall be of same material as conduit body. PVC coated by conduit manufacturer of 40-mil PVC exterior, 2-mil urethane interior with overlapping pressure-sealing sleeves. Manufacturer shall be Robroy Industries, Plasti-Bond.

805-31.2 PVC Schedule 40 Conduit: PVC Schedule 40 and 80 conduit shall be constructed to meet the requirements of NEMA TC 2 and UL 651 or as otherwise required by utility provider. The product shall be UL listed and labeled for concrete encasement, underground direct burial, concealed or direct sunlight exposure, and 90 degrees C insulated conductors. Fitting shall meet the requirements of NEMA TC 3 for slip-on PVC fittings.

805-31.3 Rigid Aluminum Conduit: Rigid Aluminum Conduit shall be constructed of Type 6063, copper-free aluminum alloy, meeting the requirements of NEMA C80.5 and UL 6A. Fittings used with rigid aluminum conduit shall meet the requirements of and be labeled UL 514. Fitting shall be threaded, copper-free aluminum. Set screw fittings not permitted. Provide fittings as follows:

a. Insulated Bushings shall be cast aluminum, with integral insulated throat, rated for

150 degrees C as manufactured by O-Z/Gedney, Type AB.

b. Grounding Bushing shall be cast aluminum with integral insulated throat, rated for 150 degrees, with solderless lugs as manufactured by O-Z/Gedney, Type ABLG.

c. Conduit Hub shall be cast aluminum, with insulated throat, UL listed for use in wet

locations as manufactured by O-Z/Gedney, Type CHA or equal.

d. Conduit Bodies shall be one of the following Manufacturers and Products

1. For Normal Conditions:

i. Appleton; Form 85 threaded unilets.

ii. Crouse-Hinds; Mark 9 or Form 7-SA threaded condulets.

iii. Killark; Series O electrolets.

2. For Hazardous Locations:

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i. Appleton.

ii. Crouse-Hinds.

iii. Killark.

3. Conduit Sealing Fitting shall be one of the following manufacturers and Products:

i. Appleton; Type EYF-AL or Type EYM-AL.

ii. Crouse-Hinds; Type EYS-SA or Type EZS-SA.

iii. Killark; Type EY or Type EYS.

4. Drain Seal shall be one of the following Manufacturers and Products:

i. Appleton; Type EYDM-A.

ii. Crouse-Hinds; Type EYD-SA or Type EZD-SA.

5. Drain/Breather Fitting shall be one of the following Manufacturers and Products:

i. Appleton; Type ECDB.

ii. Crouse-Hinds; ECD.

6. Expansion Fitting shall be one of the following Manufacturers and Products:

i. Deflection/Expansion Movement: Steel City; Type DF-A.

ii. Expansion Movement Only: Steel City; Type AF-A.

7. Cable Sealing Fittings:

i. To form watertight nonslip cord or cable connection to conduit.

ii. Bushing: Neoprene at connector entry.

iii. Manufacturer and Product: Appleton; CG-S. 805-32 PUSH-BUTTONS AND SELECTOR SWITCHES: Furnish and install push buttons and selector switches as shown in the Contract Documents. Engraved phenolic nameplates shall specify each switches function. Switches shall be wired as shown in the Contract Documents. Switches shall be full voltage Allen Bradley 800H series or approved equal. 805-33 RECEPTACLES, DUPLEX: Receptacles shall be of specification grade and of NEMA configuration and rated 2 pole, 3 wire grounding, 20 amperes, 125 volts, such as Leviton 6898, Bryant 5252, or approved equal. Bases shall be of ivory phenolic composition. Wire terminals shall be suitable for 10 AWG wire and shall be screw type. Receptacles shall be UL listed. The receptacles shall have corrosion resistant conducting parts of nickel-plated brass and other metal parts of stainless steel. All external and dead front receptacles shall be installed on ground fault interrupter circuits (GFCI). 805-34 RELAYS, CONTROL: Control relays shall be Potter and Brumfield KU, Idec Type RR or approved equal. Two form-C contacts (minimum) shall be provided on each relay. Provide relay energized neon lamp (inside relay case).

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805-35 RELAYS, POWER FAIL: The power fail relay shall continuously monitor the three phases for power loss, low voltage, phase loss, phase reversal and have automatic reset. The power fail monitor shall have a dropout voltage adjustment and a failure indicating LED. Provide Timemark B269, or approved equal. 805-36 RELAYS, FLOAT SWITCH INTERFACE: Float interface transceivers shall be provided for functions as shown in the Contract Documents. Transceivers shall connect to optical floats that have no electrical wires or metallic connections between control panel and floats in wet well. Optical transceivers shall be Opti-Float® model TR2 as represented by Tesco Controls, Inc. or approved equal. 805-37 RELAYS, TIME DELAY: Time delay relays shall be solid state relays with a timer adjustable over the range one (1) to sixty (60) seconds unless other ranges are indicated or required. Provide LED relay energized indicator lamp. Time delay relays shall be Idec RTE or approved equal. 805-38 RELAYS, PUMP MOISTURE SENSING:

a. Pump moisture sensing relays shall be provided for submersible pumps. The unit shall

be specifically designed for monitoring conductive circuits. The unit shall utilize low current (120 micro amps maximum) and low voltage (12 volts d-c maximum). Unit sensitivity shall allow pick-up on circuit closures of 100 K ohms or less. Pump moisture sensing relays shall be TESCO 72-144 or approved equal.

b. If selected pump manufacturer is FLYGT, then moisture/overtemperature-sensing relays shall be FLYGT Mini-CAS. Pump control panel shall be furnished with 24V ac control power transformer for Mini-CAS power supply. Furnish Mini-CAS reset pushbutton for each pump. Where pump are provided by another manufacturer, provide similar device with the same features, function and level of quality.

805-39 CHECK VALVE CONTROLS: Control panel shall include circuitry to accept a signal from an external check valve position limit switch which will shut down the associated pump if the pump is running and the check valve is not open, and provide a telemetry signal indicating the pump has shutdown. 805-40 LEVEL MONITORING SYSTEM (TYPE I PUMP STATIONS): Level monitoring shall be by a Captive Air System consisting of a 120-volt air compressor, compression bell, 3-way solenoid valve, and level transducer as shown in the Contract Documents. Level transducer senses back pressure of the static air column set up in the compression bell that is periodically replenished by the purge air compressor. Compression bell shall be Type 316 stainless steel and designed for resistance to buildup of foreign material. Compression bell shall also be designed to travel on the independent guide rail system. The specially designed programmed multi-cycle cleaning system shall prevent compression bell from plugging while minimizing compressor run time. Level monitoring system shall also provide a means of manually actuating the purging cycle when immediate purging and cleaning is necessary. 120-volt compressors shall start against a 250-psi head and shall be furnished with a written ten (10)-year warranty. 805-41 LEVEL MONITORING SYSTEM (TYPE II PUMP STATIONS): Level monitoring shall be by a Bubbler System of the following components:

a. General: Provide all instrumentation, equipment, and ancillaries as required for a fully

functional bubbler system.

b. Air Supply Sets:

1. Parts: Integrally Mounted:

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2. Pressure Controls: Automatic START/STOP, factory set at 30 psig to 50 psig.

i. Valves: Manual drain, manual shutoff, pressure relief, and check valve.

ii. Pressure gauge.

iii. Inlet filter muffler.

iv. Power: 120V ac.

v. Compressor: Oil-less, single cylinder, rated for at least 1 scfm at 50 psig.

vi. Material: Stainless Steel.

vii. Manufacturers and Products: ITT Pneumotive; GH Series, or approved equal.

3. Duplex Air Supply Sets:

i. Air Receiver: 20 gallons. ii. Compressors: Two.

iii. Automatic Failover Control: Factory set at 20 psig.

c. Dual Compressor Controller:

1. Features:

i. Automatic motor alternation. ii. Lag motor start if lead fails.

iii. Adjustable motor failure delay.

iv. Adjustable power on delay timer.

v. Lamp test feature.

vi. 24 VDC level and moisture sensing circuits with intrinsic safety.

vii. Common alarm dry contact output.

2. Operator Indicators:

i. On status light.

ii. Failure status light.

iii. Seal failure status light.

iv. High level alarm light.

v. Low level alarm light.

vi. Common alarm light, with dim glow.

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3. Power Requirement: 115 VAC.

4. Manufacturer and Model: Control Systems Inc, DC101, or approved equal.

d. Valve, Solenoid: Solenoid Valve, Two-Way:

1. Type: Globe valve directly actuated by solenoid and not requiring minimum

pressure differential for operation.

2. Materials:

i. Body: Brass or stainless steel globe valves as recommended by manufacturer for designated service, unless otherwise shown on Drawings.

ii. Valve Seat: Buna N.

3. Size: Normally closed or opened

4. Coil: 115V ac

5. Solenoid Enclosure: NEMA 7.

6. Manufacturer and Product: ASCO; Red Hat Series 8260, or approved equal.

e. Valve, Needle: 1. Materials: Brass, or stainless steel to suit.

2. Size: 0.020 inch orifice.

3. Manufacturers and Products: Hoke; 3700 Series, or approved equal.

f. Differential Pressure Flowmeter:

1. For air service.

2. Rotameter:

i. Materials: Glass tube, fiberglass body, stainless steel float, nylon ball check

valve.

ii. Direct-Reading Scale Length: 2 1/2 inches, minimum.

iii. Scale Ranges: 0 scfh to 2.5 scfh.

iv. Integral inlet needle valves.

3. Differential Pressure Regulator: i. Body: Type 316 stainless steel or brass to suit.

ii. Diaphragm: Viton or Buna N.

iii. Springs: Type 316 stainless steel.

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iv. Max Pressure: 200 psig at 100 degrees F.

v. Maximum Differential Pressure: 100 psi.

4. Manufacturers and Products: i. ABB Automation Series 10A6100, or approved equal.

g. Pressure Regulator, Air:

1. Provide air at reduced pressures, as shown, constant to within plus or minus 10

percent for flows from 0 scfh to 300 scfh with 100 psi supply pressure.

2. Setscrew for outlet pressure adjustment.

3. Integral filter and relief valve.

4. Manufacturers and Products:

i. Fisher; Series 67FR, or approved equal.

h. Pressure Switch, Adjustable Dead Band: 1. General:

i. Function: Monitor pressure, activate switch at set point, and deactivate switch at

reset point.

ii. Type: Piston-actuated.

iii. Both set point and deadband (the differential between set point and reset point) adjustable.

2. Performance:

i. Setpoint:

A. As noted.

ii. Reset Point: As noted.

iii. Range: The noted set point shall fall between 20 percent and 80 percent of the

range.

iv. Deadband: Adjustable within nominally 25 percent and 85 percent of range.

v. Overpressure Proof Pressure:

A. Pressure psi Ranges: At least 400 percent of rated maximum static pressure.

B. Pressure Inches of Water Ranges: 20 psig. C. Compound Range: 250 psig. D. Vacuum Range: 250 psig.

vi. Operating Temperature Range:

A. Dependent on actuator seal materials.

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B. For Buna-N seal, 0 degrees F to 150 degrees F.

3. Features:

i. Actuator Seal: Buna N

ii. Adjustable deadband.

iii. Mounting: Surface

4. Process Connection:

i. 1/4 inch type 316 Stainless steel NPT female connections

5. Signal Interface:

i. Contact Type: A. SPDT. B. Rated for 10 amps minimum at 120V ac.

6. Manufacturers and Products:

i. Ashcroft; L or P Series or approved equal.

i. Pressure Differential Transmitter, Nonsmart:

1. General:

i. Function: Measure differential pressure and transmit signal proportional to

differential pressure, flow, or level.

ii. Type: Electronic variable capacitance, two-wire transmitter.

iii. Parts: Transmitter and three-valve manifold.

2. Performance: i. Maximum Adjustable Range: Such that the noted range shall be between 40

percent and 80 percent of maximum adjustable range.

ii. Accuracy: Plus or minus 0.25 percent of calibrated span between 4 and 100 percent of input differential pressure.

iii. Temperature: Operating range minus 20 to plus 150 degrees F, minimum.

3. Features:

i. Damping: Fluid or electronic type with adjustment.

ii. Materials: Wetted parts including process flanges and drain/vent valves, Type

316 stainless steel, or approved equivalent.

iii. Wetted O Rings: Viton

iv. Fill Fluid: Silicone

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4. Signal Interface: 4 to 20 mA dc output for load impedance of 0 to 500 ohms

minimum without load adjustment with 24V dc supply.

5. Enclosure: Wall or pipe mounted NEMA 4X, unless otherwise noted.

6. Three-Valve Manifold, constructed of Type 316 stainless steel

7. Manufacturers and Products: Foxboro; Series 823DP, or approved equal.

j. Pressure Gauge: 1. General: Pressure indication with Bourdon tube.

2. Accuracy: Plus or minus 0.50 percent of full scale.

3. Features:

i. Liquid Filled: Glycerin filled.

ii. Dial: 4-1/2-inch diameter.

iii. Case Material: Stainless steel.

iv. Element Material: Phosphor-bronze.

v. Throttling Devices: Brass pulsation dampener required.

vi. Pointer: Micrometer-adjustable.

vii. Movement: Stainless steel, Teflon coated bearings, rotary geared.

viii. Window: Glass.

ix. Socket Materials: Brass.

x. Threaded reinforced polypropylene front ring for zero adjustment.

xi. Case Type: Solid front with solid wall between window and element.

4. Process Connection: 1/2-inch threaded (NPT).

5. Manufacturers and Products: Ashcroft; Duragauge Model 1279/1379, or approved

equal.

805-42 FLOAT SWITCH BACKUP CONTROL SYSTEM: Float interface transceivers shall be provided for functions as shown in the Contract Documents. Transceivers shall connect to optical floats that have no electrical wires or metallic connections between control panel and floats in the wet well. Optical transceivers shall be Opti-Float® model TR2 as represented by Tesco Controls, Inc. or approved equal. Provide optical float switches and associated transceivers and cables as specified in 805-36, and Type 316 stainless steel mounting bracket, for low level/high level alarm status as a backup for captive air system level control. Float control system shall call for pumps to operate should primary control system fail. Refer to the Contract Documents for details. 805-43 EXTERIOR ALARM LIGHT AND HORN: Provide weatherproof exterior alarm light with red LEXAN lens on top. Exterior alarm light shall burn dimly during normal conditions to indicate “POWER

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ON” and “LAMP GOOD” and shall flash brightly during failure condition. Provide Type 316 stainless steel protective box open front and top as shown in the Contract Documents for Type I Pump Stations and on the exterior of the electrical building on NEMA 4X box for Type II Pump Stations. Provide NEMA 4X panel mounted, 120-volt horn with adjustable output from 78 to 103 dB, Edwards Signaling and Security Systems, AdaptaHorn 870P or equal. Horn shall energize when alarm light is signaling failure condition. Mount horn on control side of enclosure for Type I Pump Stations and on exterior of electrical building on NEMA 4X box for Type II Pump Stations. 805-44 COMBUSTIBLE GAS ELEMENT AND TRANSMITTER, REMOTE SAMPLING PANEL:

a. General: 1. Function: Continuously and remotely monitor ambient air for the lower explosive

limit (LEL) of combustible hydrocarbon based gases.

2. Combustible Gas Sensor Type: Infrared, unless otherwise noted.

3. Parts: Sensor element, transmitter, monitor, sensor element J-box, interconnecting cable between transmitter and sensor element J-box, panel, calibration kit, and ancillaries.

b. Performance:

1. Combustible Gas Range: 0 to 100 percent LEL.

2. Repeatability: Plus or minus 1 percent of full scale.

3. Long-term Drift: Less than 1 percent full scale LEL per month.

4. Operating Temperature (Panel and Internal Components): Minus 40 degrees F to

plus 160 degrees F.

5. Operating Humidity (Element/Transmitter and Controller): Combustible Gas IR Sensor: 0 to 95 percent relative humidity, noncondensing.

6. Element(s)/Sensor(s):

i. Number of Sensors: One.

ii. Gas Monitored: Combustible gas.

iii. Combustible Gas Sensor Type: Single path Non-dispersive Infrared, unless

otherwise noted.

iv. Sensor Mounting: Remote mounting on rated explosion-proof, Class 1, Division 1, Group B, C & D enclosure. Provide interconnecting cable between transmitter and Sensor.

v. Sensor Separation: 25-feet from sensor to transmitter.

vi. Calibration cup.

7. Transmitter(s):

i. LCD display.

ii. Nonintrusive interface for functional testing, calibration, and alarm testing.

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iii. Alarm Relays: Three SPST, 5 amps @ 230 VAC resistive, with programmable

coil either normally energized or normally de-energized. Configure for HIGH and HIGH-HIGH gas level alarms.

iv. Power: 12 – 30 VDC, 350 mA maximum, 3-wire connection.

v. Enclosure:

A. Explosion proof; suitable for Class 1, Division 1, Group B, C, and Group D;

unless otherwise noted. B. NEMA 4X, Type 316 stainless steel. C. Minimum of four-wire entry holes.

vi. Output: 4-20mA proportional to gas being measured.

vii. Typical Mounting Location: Wet Well Terminal Junction Box top section, unless shown otherwise.

8. Accessories and Ancillary Devices:

i. Audible buzzer for common warning and alarm with acknowledge/silence button

to be installed at pump station control panel.

ii. Top-mounted Beacon: One installed on pump station control panel, unless otherwise noted.

iii. Flame arrestor.

iv. Hydrophobic end-of-line filter.

v. Sample Line: Length as required, 100 feet maximum.

vi. Calibration Kit:

A. Complete with accessories, including regulator, and zero and span cylinders

of gas(es) to be monitored. B. Device that allows operator to nonintrusively calibrate and adjust

transmitter. vii. Incidental parts and supplies for complete functioning installation.

9. Manufacturer and Product:

i. Analytical Technology Incorporation (ATI), Model D12-IR

ii. MSA Gas Detection Sample Flow System with Ultima XE Series Sensors and

X3 Series Monitor. See P&I Drawings for additional details. 805-45 DISCHARGE PRESSURE TRANSMITTER: Contractor shall provide pressure transmitter on discharge piping where indicated on Contract Documents. Pressure transmitter shall be Rosemount 3051 (0-100 psi) NEMA 4X or approved equal. Transmitter shall be HART compatible with a 4-20mA output. 805-46 PRESSURE GAUGE: Contractor shall provide local pressure gauges indicated on Contract Documents. Gauge shall be a bourdon tube element type with a scale range of 0 to 100 psig, unless listed otherwise in the Contract Documents. Provide gauge with the following features:

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a. 4-1/2-inch diameter dial.

b. Glycerin fill.

c. Black thermoplastic case material.

d. Wetted parts, including element socket process connection, shall be stainless steel.

e. Process connection shall be one-half (1/2)-inch MNPT, unless noted otherwise.

f. Manufacturer shall be Ashcroft, Duragauge Model 1200 series, or equal. 805-47 ANNULAR DIAPHRAGM SEAL: Pressure gauges and pressure transmitter shall be mounted on an off-line annular diaphragm seal, 2-inch size, Red Valve 42 or 742 (depending on orientation) or equal. Provide a 2-inch bronze ball valve to isolate the seal from the main line, and a 3/4-inch ball valve with female garden hose thread coupling on the opposite side of seal to allow flushing with city water. 805-48 TOOLS AND SPARE PARTS: The pump and control panel manufacturer shall furnish a complete set of recommended spare parts necessary for the first five (5) years of operation, which shall include at least the following:

a. One impeller for each type pump supplied per station.

b. One set of seals and bearings for each size required by pumping equipment supplied at each station.

c. Two sets of power fuses of each furnished.

d. Two sets of control power fuses of each furnished.

e. One set of pilot lights or each furnished.

f. Two sets of overload heaters for each set furnished.

g. Two three-pole sets of current limiting fuses for each motor circuit protector or circuit

breaker furnished.

h. One relay for each type mounted in pump control panel.

i. One complete motor starter.

j. Loose spare parts shall be properly bound and labeled for easy identifications without opening the packaging and suitably protected for long storage.

1. Provide one set of special tools required for normal operation and maintenance.

Furnish in a suitable steel tool chest complete with lock and duplicate keys.

2. Spare parts shall be properly protected for long periods of storage and packed in containers that are clearly identified with indelible markings of the contents.

Contractor shall include a line item for Tools and Spare Parts in schedule of values breakdown for the pump station as 5% of the total lump sum pay item. Contractor shall organize and label tools and spare parts per pump station and include an inventory listing of all required items per pump station.

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805-49 INSTALLATION: The Contractor shall submit a Certificate of Proper Installation for the pumps, control panel and Contractor-procured generator from the equipment manufacturer’s field representative stating that the installation of the equipment is satisfactory, that the equipment is ready for operation, and that the City-Parish operating personnel have been suitably instructed in the operation. 805-49.1 Concrete Wet Well Installation:

a. Contractor shall be responsible for handling ground water to provide firm, dry subgrade

for structure and shall prevent water rising on newly poured in place concrete or grouted joint sections within twenty-four (24) hours after placing, and shall guard against flotation or other damage resulting from ground water or flooding.

b. Material shall be placed as a base for wet well and valve pit foundation slabs as shown in the Contract Documents.

c. Precast foundation slabs conforming to requirements of ASTM C478 and the above

listed requirements for precast sections, may be used. Slab shall be set in place in bedding material and adjusted in grade for the correct structure elevation.

d. Foundation slabs may be cast-in-place concrete and placed on bedding material, as

shown in the Contract Documents. Tops of cast-in-place slabs shall be shaped to mate with the precast barrel section.

e. Precast concrete riser sections shall be set so as to be vertical and in true alignment

with one-quarter (1/4)-inch maximum tolerance, per each riser section. The outside and inside joint shall be sealed with materials as specified in Article Precast Concrete Wet Well and Valve Pit of this Specification. Contractor shall install precast sections in a manner that will result in a watertight joint.

f. Holes in the concrete sections required for handling or other purposes shall be plugged

with a non-metallic, non-shrinking grout or by grout in combination with concrete plugs.

g. Where holes must be cut in the precast sections to accommodate pipes, cutting shall be done prior to setting them in place to prevent any subsequent jarring which may loosen the mortar joints. Cutting shall be performed in such a manner so as to damage the remaining concrete as little as possible and in no case will the breaking of holes by jack hammering or impacting the structure with a sledgehammer be allowed.

h. Frames and hatches shall be cast into the top slab.

805-49.2 Pump Installation: Installation shall be in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and recommendations. Installation shall include furnishing the required oil and grease for initial operation. The grades of oil and grease shall be in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. The Contractor, in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations, shall set anchor bolts. 805-49.3 Incidentals: Supply anchor bolts, temporary lift equipment, power, water, labor, and other incidentals required for proper installation. 805-50 INSPECTION AND TESTING: 805-50.1 Precast Concrete Wet Wells and Valve Vaults:

a. Quality of materials, manufacturing process, and finished sections shall be subject to

inspection and approval by Engineer. Such inspection may be made at place of

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manufacture or at site after delivery, or at both places, and the sections shall be subject to rejection at any time on account of failure to meet Specification requirements; even though sample sections may have been accepted as satisfactory at the place of manufacture. Sections rejected after delivery to site shall be marked for identification and shall be removed from site at once. Sections that have been damaged after delivery will be rejected. However, if already installed, they shall be acceptably repaired, if permitted, or removed and replaced in their entirety, at no additional cost to Owner. This shall be done at the discretion of Engineer.

b. At time of inspection, the sections will be carefully examined for compliance with the ASTM designation specified and these Specifications, and with the approved manufacturer's drawings. Sections shall be inspected for general appearance, dimension, "scratch-strength”, blisters, cracks, roughness, soundness, etc. The surface shall be dense and close-textured.

c. Imperfections may be repaired, subject to approval of Engineer, after demonstration by

manufacturer that strong and permanent repairs result. Repairs shall be carefully inspected before final approval. Cement mortar used for repairs shall have minimum compressive strength of 4,000 psi at the end of seven (7) days and 5,000 psi at end of twenty-eight (28) days, when tested in 3-inch by 6-inch cylinders stored in the standard manner. Epoxy mortar may be utilized for repairs subject to approval of Engineer.

805-50.2 Pumps

a. Furnish the services of a factory representative who has complete knowledge of proper

operation and maintenance to inspect final installation and supervise a test run of the equipment.

b. After pumps have been installed and working, under direction of manufacturer, conduct in the presence of the Engineer, such tests as are necessary to indicate pump discharge conforms to Specifications. Field tests shall include all pumps supplied under this Section. Supply electric power, water or wastewater, labor, equipment, and incidentals required to complete field test.

c. Final Acceptance Test shall demonstrate items on the DPW Pump Station Checklist

and these Specifications have been met. In addition conduct the following tests:

1. Quick release lift out feature functions properly and allows pump to be raised and lowered without draining pit.

2. Units have been properly installed and are in correct alignment.

3. Units operate without overheating or overloading and without objectionable vibration.

4. No mechanical defects.

5. Pumps deliver specified pressure and quantity.

6. Pumps capable of pumping raw unscreened wastewater.

7. Pump sensors and controls perform satisfactorily as to sequence control, correct

start and stop elevations, and proper high level alarm functions.

A 24-hour operating period of the pumps will be required before acceptance. During this consecutive 24-hour operating period, Contractor shall supply power, water, labor, equipment, and incidentals

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necessary. If pump performance does not meet the Specifications, Contractor shall take corrective measures, or pumps shall be removed and replaced with pumps that satisfy the conditions specified. Subsequently additional consecutive 24-hour tests will be required after each revision until satisfactory results are achieved.

805-50.3 Panels and Instrumentation:

a. Engineer shall have the right to inspect, test, or witness tests of materials or equipment to be furnished under these Specifications prior to their shipment from the point of manufacture.

b. Notify Engineer in writing prior to initial shipment, in ample time so Engineer can make arrangements for inspection.

c. Services of panel manufacturer factory representative shall be furnished, for a

minimum of one (1) day per pump station, who shall have complete knowledge of proper operation and maintenance to inspect final installation and supervise test run of the equipment.

d. Field tests shall not be conducted until such time that the entire installation is complete

and ready for testing.

e. In the event the equipment does not meet Final Acceptance Test, Contractor shall, at no additional expense to Owner, make such changes and adjustments in the equipment that they deem necessary and conduct further tests until Engineer indicates full satisfaction and written certification is issued.

f. Bubbler tubing shall be leakage tested at 60 psi for one hour at constant pressure.

g. Formal Tests/Checkouts:

1. Contractor shall furnish the services of the manufacturer's servicemen, all special

tools, calibration equipment, and labor to perform the tests and checkouts. Utility services, including water, shall be in place prior to 24-hour facility testing. Certified copies of the tests shall be furnished in duplicate to the Engineer.

2. Following installation and final adjustment of instruments, meters, and flow control devices, a performance check shall be made on each metering and flow control system. Meters shall be tested at 10 percent or 12-1/2 percent, 20 percent, 50 percent, and 100 percent of scale, as required. The total error based on manufacturer's certification for differential produced, when added to the field determined instrument errors, shall not exceed plus or minus two (+2) percent.

3. If, during running of the tests, one or more points appear to be out by more than the

specified amount, manufacturer's field engineer shall make such adjustments or alterations as are necessary to bring equipment to specification performance. Following such adjustment, the test shall be repeated for all specified points to insure compliance.

4. At least two (2) weeks prior to final acceptance, instrument system supplier shall

submit a proposed test procedure to Engineer for approval. Proposal shall be designed to completely check out components and sequences point by point during formal test. Each point of the test shall be completely documented and each point shall be signed off in the presence of the Engineer. Contractor shall supply equipment and labor necessary to complete testing and correct all defects to satisfaction of Engineer.

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5. Verify, demonstrate and document that the system works as specified in the

functional control logic requirements. Verify and document accuracy of all instrument readings, proper operation of all alarm and status points. Verify and document BITS and WORDS involved in SCADA data exchange. Submit Data Exchange Table to Engineer for review. Refer to Pump Station Commissioning and Startup specification for sample Data Exchange Table.

h. Refer to Article Diesel Engine Generator Set for inspection and testing requirements for

that equipment. 805-51 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT:

a. Measurement for submersible wastewater pump stations shall be made on a lump sum basis. This Item shall include but not necessarily be limited to furnishing and installing pump station(s) with wet well, pumps, equipment, electrical power and controls, site preparation, excavation, bedding, backfill, fencing, gates, drives, building, generator installation, limestone, geotextile fabric, wiring, piping, spare parts/tools, utilities, testing, start up and all incidentals, thereto related to the pump station as shown in the Contract Documents and specified herein. Payment of amount of bid for these items will be made as measured above, which shall be full compensation in accordance with the Contract Documents and all else incidental thereto for which separate payment is not provided under other Items No.(s) in the Bid Form.

b. Schedule of Values: Payments during the course of the Work for the pump station lump sum item will be made on the basis of percentage completion of the work items listed in the schedule of values for each lump sum item. The Schedule of Values (SOV) shall be prepared by the Contractor and submitted to the Engineer as specified herein. The SOV shall serve as a breakdown of the lump sum bid for the purpose of arriving at a basis for the monthly estimate. The schedule shall be broken down into schedule of values categories and each category shall be further broken into each applicable specification section. The schedule shall add up to 100% of the lump sum bid. 1. Eligible payment items shall be separated on the SOV into the following categories:

i. Sitework ii. Yard Piping iii. Pumping Station iv. Overall Electrical Power Distribution and Controls v. Generator vi. Odor Control (if applicable) vii. Startup and Commissioning viii. Spare Parts and O&M Manuals (shall be minimum 5% of overall lump sum)

2. Additional categories may be added if required.

805-52 PAY ITEM: Item No. Item Unit 805020_ Duplex Submersible Wastewater Pump Station (PS___) Lump Sum 805030_ Triplex Submersible Wastewater Pump Station (PS___) Lump Sum

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SECTION 822 PROTECTIVE COATING

822-1 SCOPE OF WORK: The Contractor shall provide surface preparation and protective coatings, complete and in place, in accordance with the Contract Documents. 822-2 GENERAL:

a. References - The following is a list of standards which may be referenced in this Section:

1. American Water Works Association (AWWA):

i. C203, Coal-Tar Protective Coatings and Linings for Steel Water Pipelines—Enamel and Tape—Hot-Applied.

ii. C209, Cold-Applied Tape Coatings for the Exterior of Special Sections, Connections, and Fittings for Steel Water Pipelines.

iii. C213, Fusion-Bonded Epoxy Coating for the Interior and Exterior of

Steel Water Pipelines.

iv. C214, Tape Coating Systems for the Exterior of Steel Water Pipelines.

2. Applicable sections of NACE International (NACE)(approved for field

performance testing).

3. NSF International (NSF): 61, Drinking Water System Components - Health Effects.

4. Applicable standard of The Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC) (approved

for field performance testing)

5. ACI305R - Hot Weather Concreting.

6. ACI 503R - Use of Epoxy Compounds for Coating Concrete.

7. ASTM B 117 – Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray Apparatus

8. ASTM C 109 - Compressive Strength of Hydraulic Cement Mortars (Using 2-in. or 50-mm Cube Specimens).

9. ASTM C 579 - Standard Test Methods for Compressive Strength of Chemical-Resistant Mortars, Grouts, Monolithic Surfacings and Polymer Concretes

10. ASTM C 496 - Standard Test Method for Splitting Tensile Strength of Cylindrical Concrete Specimens

11. ASTM C 868 - Standard Test Method for Chemical Resistance of Protective Linings

12. ASTM D 1014 – Standard Practice for Conducting Exterior Exposure Tests of

Paints and Coatings on Metal Substrates

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13. ASTM D 4138 - Measurement of Dry Film Thickness of Protective Coating Systems by Destructive Means (approved for field performance testing)

14. ASTM D 4060 – 10 Standard Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of

Organic Coatings by the Taber Abraser

15. ASTM D 3359 Method B – Standard Test Methods for Measuring Adhesion by Tape Test (approved for field performance testing)

16. ASTM D4285 - Standard Test Method for Indicating Oil or Water in

Compressed Air

17. ASTM D 7234 – Test Method for Pull-off Adhesion Strength of Coatings on Concrete Using Portable Pull-Off Adhesion Testers (approved for field performance testing)

18. ASTM D 4541 - Standard Test Method for Pull-Off Strength of Coatings Using

Portable Adhesion Testers (approved for field performance testing)

19. ASTM D 4585 - Standard Practice for Testing Water Resistance of Coatings Using Controlled Condensation

20. ASTM D 4587 - Standard Practice for Fluorescent UV-Condensation Exposures of Paint and Related Coatings

21. ASTM D 2794 - Standard Test Method for Resistance of Organic Coatings to the Effects of Rapid Deformation (Impact)

22. ASTM D4285 - 83(2012) Standard Test Method for Indicating Oil or Water in Compressed Air

23. ASTM G 210 - Standard Practice for Operating the Severe Wastewater Analysis Testing Apparatus

24. International Concrete Repair Institute (ICRI) Technical Guideline No. 03730 - Surface Preparation Guidelines for the Repair of Deteriorated Concrete Resulting From Reinforcing Steel Corrosion (approved for field performance testing)

25. National Association of Corrosion Engineers International, NACE RP 0188 -

Discontinuity (Holiday) Testing of Protective Coatings.

26. National Association of Pipe Fabricators, NAPF 500-03 – Surface Preparation Standard for Ductile Iron Pipe and Fittings in Exposed Location Receiving Special External Coatings and/or Special Internal Linings (approved for field performance testing)

b. Definitions

1. The term "paint," "coatings," or "finishes" as used herein, shall include surface

treatments, emulsions, enamels, paints, epoxy resins, and all other protective coatings, excepting galvanizing or anodizing, whether used as a pretreatment, primer, intermediate coat, or finish coat.

2. MDFT: Minimum Dry Film Thickness.

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3. MDFTPC: Minimum Dry Film Thickness per Coat.

4. Coverage: Total minimum dry film thickness in mils or square feet per gallon.

5. Mil: Thousandth of an inch.

6. PSDS: Paint System Data Sheet.

7. SFPG: Square Feet per Gallon.

c. The following surfaces shall not be protective coated:

1. Concrete, unless required by items on the concrete coating schedule below or the Drawings.

2. Stainless steel

3. Machined surfaces

4. Grease fittings

5. Glass

6. Equipment nameplates

7. Platform gratings, stair treads, door thresholds, and other walk surfaces unless specifically indicated to be coated.

d. The coating system schedules summarize the surfaces to be coated, the required

surface preparation, and the coating systems to be applied. Coating notes on the Drawings are used to show or extend the limits of coating schedules, to show exceptions to the schedules, or to clarify or show details for application of the coating systems.

822-2.1 Compliance with Environmental Regulatory Requirements: Contractor shall comply with all current Federal, State, and Local environmental laws and regulations, including, but not limited to the laws and regulations of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) and LA Dept. of Environmental Quality. 822-2.2 Protection of Work: The Contractor shall be responsible for any and all damage to his Work or the work of others during the time his Work is in progress. 822-2.3 Right of Rejection: The Owner shall have the right to reject all material or Work that is unsatisfactory, and require the replacement of either or both at the expense of the Contractor. 822-2.4 Pre-job Conference: Prior to commencing Work, a pre-job conference shall be held for the purpose of reviewing and clarifying the painting and coating requirements of the Project. The Contractor, coating applicator, Coating Manufacturer’s representative, Engineer and Engineer’s third party assurance inspector shall be present. This meeting shall be scheduled upon completion of coating shop drawing review but at least 7 days prior to surface preparation. A schedule of work to be accomplished will be established. 822-2.5 Warranty: In accordance with Section 4-6, Contractor shall provide a one (1) year warranty against failure of any kind of all coatings. Warranty period shall commence on the date of final acceptance. Failure of any coating during the warranty period shall be repaired by the Contractor who shall absorb all costs related to the accepted repair of the coating. All defective Work shall be

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repaired in accordance with this Specification and to the satisfaction of the Engineer. 822-3 SUBMITTALS:

a. General: Submittals shall be furnished in accordance with Subsection 5-8, unless indicated otherwise below.

b. Submittals shall include the following information and be submitted at least 30 days

prior to protective coating work:

1. Coating Materials List: Six copies of a coating materials list showing the Manufacturer and the coating number keyed to the coating systems herein.

2. Coating Manufacturer's Information: For each coating system to be used,

the following data:

i. Coating Manufacturer's Paint System Data Sheet (PSDS) for each system proposed, including statements on the suitability of the material for the intended use.

ii. Technical and performance information that demonstrates compliance with the system performance and material requirements.

iii. Coating Manufacturer's instructions and recommendations on surface

preparation and application.

iv. Colors available for each product (where applicable).

v. Compatibility of shop and field applied coatings (where applicable).

vi. Material Safety Data Sheet for each product used.

3. Reference Panels:

i. Prior to start of surface preparation, furnish a 4-inch by 4-inch steel panel for each grade of sandblast specified herein, prepared to specified requirements.

ii. Provide panel representative of the steel used and prevent deterioration of surface quality.

iii. The panels will be used as a reference for quality control inspections by

the engineer.

4. Provide five (5) references that show that the coating subcontractor has previous successful experience with the indicated or comparable coating systems. Include the name, address, and the telephone number for the owner of each installation for which the painting subcontractor provided the protective coating.

c. Quality Control Submittals:

1. Factory Applied Coatings: Manufacturer’s certification stating factory applied Coating system meets or exceeds specified requirements.

2. If the manufacturer of finish coating differs from that of the shop primer, provide

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both manufacturers’ written confirmation that materials are compatible.

3. Manufacturer’s written instructions and special details for application of each system.

4. Contractor’s Quality Control Plan in accordance with subsection 822-4.

5. Contractor’s Daily Activity Reports in accordance with subsection 822-4.

d. Manufacturer’s Certification: For all coating systems, the Contractor shall require the coating manufacturer to certify in writing to the following:

1. The manufacturer’s representative has provided on-site instruction in the proper surface preparation, use, mixing, application, and curing of the coating systems.

2. The manufacturer's representative has personally observed and endorsed the start of surface preparation, mixing and application of the coating materials.

3. Written certification from the selected coating product manufacturer must be provided for each of the specified coating systems. This certification shall clearly state the product, applicator and site specific service conditions when the manufacturer certifies their acceptance of the applicator. This certification is to be submitted with the coating product shop drawings. Shop drawings will be deemed incomplete without this certification.

e. Mockup:

1. Before application of any coating or coating system, a performance mockup

approved by the manufacturer shall be provided by the Contractor. The performance mockup shall finish one complete space or item of each color scheme required showing selected colors, finish texture, materials, quality of work, and special details. The mockup shall be subjected to all field performance testing stipulated.

2. After Engineer review and Manufacturer approval, mockup area shall serve as a standard for similar work throughout the project.

3. Accepted mockup area may remain as part of the Work. 822-4 QUALITY CONTROL: Quality control of the Work is solely the responsibility of the Contractor. The Engineer’s third party quality assurance inspector and/or the manufacturer’s representative are not meant to serve as the Contractor’s quality control.

a. The Contractor shall complete his own quality control such as spark testing (Low and

High voltage), Dry Film Thickness, adhesion, and others in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations prior to requesting a final inspection by the Engineer and manufacturer’s representative.

b. The Contractor shall submit a Quality Control Plan as part of the shop drawing review

process including but not limited to the following:

1. Provide documented evidence of qualified personnel. 2. Surface preparation procedure such as methodology, abrasive media to be

used, blast pressure and source

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3. Methods and/or equipment for environmental and atmospheric controls. 4. Protective coating application such as methodology, mixing, thinning, etc. 5. Examination, measurements or tests to be conducted. 6. Verification and acceptance criteria for individual tests. 7. Mandatory inspection surveillance points, witness points, and hold points. 8. Methods for documenting inspection findings. 9. Methods to identify conformance or rejection of work in process. 10. Methods to ensure that corrective actions are re-inspected. 11. Criteria for final acceptance

c. The Contractor is required to maintain daily (typed) activity reports. Copies of these

reports shall be submitted to the Engineer on a weekly basis. Copies of these reports shall also be available onsite. Items including but not limited to the following shall be logged on a daily basis.

1. Personnel on site. 2. Ambient conditions in close proximity of actual application including but not

limited to humidity, ambient temperature, surface temperature and dew point starting at the commencement of the work, every two hours after and at the completion of the work.

3. Surface conditions. 4. Work performed. 5. Batch numbers and amount of coating materials applied. 6. Inspections made and actions taken to correct nonconforming work.

822-5 PRODUCTS: 822-5.1 General:

a. Suitability: The Contractor shall use suitable coating materials as recommended by the Manufacturer. The materials used shall be designed, manufactured and intended for industrial, water, and wastewater industries.

b. Compatibility: In any coating system only compatible materials from a single

Manufacturer shall be used in the work. Particular attention shall be directed to compatibility of primers and finish coats. If necessary, a barrier coat shall be applied between existing prime coat and subsequent field coats to ensure compatibility.

c. Containers: Coating materials shall be sealed in containers that plainly show the

designated name, formula or specification number, batch number, color, date of manufacture, expiration date, and name of manufacturer, all of which shall be plainly legible at the time of use.

d. Colors: All colors and shades of colors of all coats of paint shall be as indicated or

selected by the Owner. If not specifically indicated on Drawings, color shall be as designated below. Each coat shall be of a slightly different shade, to facilitate inspection of surface coverage of each coat. Finish colors shall be as selected from the manufacturer's standard color samples by the Owner.

Raw Sewage Piping

Green or Gray

Sludge Piping

Brown

Gas Piping

Red

Potable Water Supply Piping

Blue

Non-Potable Water Piping

Orange

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Gas or Liquid, Fuel Red

Heating Piping and Ducts

Aluminum

Elect. Equip. and Conduits

Light Gray

Mechanical Equip., Exposed Interior & Exterior

Dark Gray

Mechanical Equip., Submerged or Intermittently Submerged

Black

Compressed Air Piping

White

Chlorine Gas or Solution Piping

Yellow

Plumbing Drains and Submerged Surfaces

Black

Structural Steel, Interior & Exterior Safety Equipment or Cabinets

Pastel Green, Cream Blue, or as Directed Jade Green

Pump Room, Walls and Ceilings White

Masonry, Interior and Exterior

Pastel Green, Cream, Blue, or as Directed

Masonry and Concrete Normally Unexposed or Submerged

Black

e. Products:

1. To establish equality under Subsection 6-3, the Contractor shall furnish satisfactory documentation from the manufacturer of the proposed substitute or "or-equal" product that the material meets the indicated requirements and is equivalent or better in the following properties:

i. Quality

ii. Durability

iii. Resistance to abrasion and physical damage

iv. Life expectancy

v. Ability to recoat in future

vi. Solids content by volume

vii. Dry film thickness per coat

viii. Compatibility with other coatings

ix. Suitability for the intended service

x. Resistance to chemical attack

xi. Temperature limitations in service and during application

xii. Type and quality of recommended undercoats and topcoats

xiii. Ease of application

xiv. Ease of repairing damaged areas

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xv. Stability of colors

2. Protective Coating Materials shall be standard products produced by recognized manufacturers who are regularly engaged in production of such materials for water and wastewater services. The Contractor shall provide the Engineer with the names of not less than 10 similar applications of the proposed manufacturer's products that comply with these requirements.

822-5.2 Industrial Coating Systems:

a. System 1 – Alkyd Enamel: High quality, gloss, long oil alkyd finish shall have a minimum solids content of 49 percent by volume. Primer shall be as recommended by manufacturer.

1. Prime coat (DFT = 2 mils).

2. Finish coats (two or more, Total DFT = 4 mils).

3. Total system DFT = 6 mils.

Products must meet or exceed the following ASTM tests:

1. Primer Requirements:

i. Adhesion: ASTM D 3359 Method B – Requirement: No less than a rating of 5 or ASTM D 4541 Requirement: No less than a rating of 1000 psi on steel or no less than 350 psi (concrete failure) on concrete.

ii. Salt Fog: ASTM B 117 – Requirement: No blistering, cracking, rusting or delamination of film. No more than a 1/64” rust creepage at scribe after 1,500 hours exposure.

iii. Humidity: ASTM D 4585 – No blistering, cracking, rusting or delamination of film after 5,000 hours exposure.

2. Topcoat Requirements:

i. Exterior Exposure: ASTM D1014 Exposed at 45 degrees facing south,

Florida exposure – Requirement: No more than 85% gloss loss after one year exposure.

ii. UV Exposure: ASTM D 4587 QUV (UVA Bulb, Cycle 4) – Requirement: No less than 90% gloss retention after 2,000 hours exposure.

b. System 7 – Acrylic Latex: Single component, exterior grade, water based acrylic

latex shall have a minimum solids content of 35 percent by volume. Prime coat shall be as recommended by manufacturer. The coating material shall be available in the ANSI safety colors.

1. Prime coat DFT = 2 mils, as recommended by manufacturer.

2. Finish coats (2 or more, Total DFT = 4 mils).

3. Total system DFT = 6 mils. Products shall be suitable for application to the intended substrates including galvanized metal, aluminum, polyvinyl chloride (pvc), plastic, and fiberglass.

c. System 8 – Epoxy, Equipment: Two component, polyamidoamine cured epoxy

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coating material shall provide a recoatable finish that is available in a wide selection of colors. The coating material shall have a minimum solids content of 66 percent by volume and be resistant to service conditions of condensing moisture, splash and spillage of lubricating oils, and frequent washdown and cleaning.

1. Prime coat DFT = 3-5 mils.

2. Prime coat, where shop applied, DFT = 3-5 mils, universal primer.

3. Finish coats (2 or more), Total DFT = 6-10 mils.

4. Total system MDFT = 9-12 mils.

Products must meet or exceed the following ASTM tests:

1. Adhesion: ASTM D 3359 Method B – Requirement: No less than a rating of 5 or ASTM D 4541 Requirement: No less than a rating of 1000 psi on steel or no less than 350 psi (concrete failure) on concrete.

2. Abrasion: ASTM D 4060 (CS-17 wheel, 1,000 gram load) – Requirement: No more than 140 mg loss after 1,000 cycles.

3. Salt Fog: ASTM B 117 – Requirement: No blistering, cracking, or delamination

of film. No more than 1% rusting on the plane and no more than 1/16” rust creepage at scribe after 6,700 hours exposure.

4. Humidity: ASTM D 4585 – No blistering, cracking, rusting or delamination of

film after 10,000 hours exposure.

d. System 9 – Epoxy plus polyurethane top coat: Two component, polyamidoamine cured epoxy coating material shall provide a recoatable finish that is available in a wide selection of colors. The coating material shall have a minimum solids content of 67 percent by volume and be resistant to service conditions of condensing moisture, splash and spillage of lubricating oils, and frequent washdown and cleaning. The top coat shall be a two component aliphatic polyurethane coating material. It shall provide superior color and gloss retention, resistance to splash from acid and alkaline chemicals, resistance to chemical fumes and severe weathering, and contain a minimum solids content of 66 percent by volume.

1. Ferrous Metal System:

i. Prime coat DFT = 3-5 mils.

ii. Prime coat, where shop applied. DFT = 3-5 mils

iii. Intermediate epoxy coat DFT = 3-5 mils.

iv. Top coat, polyurethane DFT = 2.5-3 mils.

v. Total system DFT = 8.5-12 mils.

2. Ductile Iron System:

i. Prime coat DFT = 4-6 mils.

ii. Prime coat, where shop applied. DFT = 4-6 mils

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iii. Intermediate epoxy coat DFT = 5-6 mils.

iv. Top coat, polyurethane DFT = 2.5-3 mils.

v. Total system DFT = 11.5-15 mils.

Products must meet or exceed the following ASTM tests:

1. Primer Requirements:

i. Adhesion: ASTM D 3359 Method B – Requirement: No less than a

rating of 5 or ASTM D 4541 Requirement: No less than a rating of 1000 psi on steel or no less than 350 psi (concrete failure) on concrete.

ii. Salt Fog: ASTM B 117 – Requirement: No blistering, cracking, or delamination of film. No more than 1% rusting on the plane and no more than 1/16” rust creepage at scribe after 6,700 hours exposure.

iii. Humidity: ASTM D 4585 – No blistering, cracking, rusting or delamination of film after 5,000 hours exposure.

2. Topcoat Requirements:

i. Exterior Exposure: ASTM D1014 Exposed at 45 degrees facing south,

Florida exposure – Requirement: No more than 85% gloss loss after one year exposure.

ii. UV Exposure: ASTM D 4587 QUV (UVA Bulb, Cycle 4) – Requirement: No less than 90% gloss retention after 2,000 hours exposure.

e. System 10 – Acrylic, Concrete: The acrylic coating material shall be a single

component, industrial grade, high molecular weight, waterborne acrylic material with a solids content of at least 35 percent by volume. The filler-sealer shall be a two component epoxy masonry sealer for wet and exterior exposure, with a solids content of at least 64 percent by volume. Either a two component epoxy block filler or three component cementitious acrylic block filler that are suitable for interior and exterior exposure as recommended by the coating system manufacturer shall be used to fill holes and patch the concrete surface after abrasive blasting.

1. Prime coat (filler-sealer), applied in two coats to the entire surface and worked

into the surface with a squeegee to achieve a smooth, void-free surface

2. Finish coats (2 or more), Total DFT = 6-8 mils.

Products must meet or exceed the following requirements:

1. Filler Surfacer Requirements:

i. Adhesion: ASTM D 7234 – No less than 300 psi per pull, three trials.

2. Topcoat Requirements:

i. Humidity: ASTM D 4585 – No blistering, cracking, loss of adhesion or color change after 2,000 hours exposure.

ii. Wind Driven Rain: Federal Test Method TT-C-555B, Section 4.4.7.3 – No water damage or dampness visible on back of light weight block after 48 hours.

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f. System 11 – Aliphatic Polyurethane, Concrete: Two component aliphatic polyurethane coating material shall provide superior color and gloss retention, resistance to splash from acid and alkaline chemicals, resistance to chemical fumes and severe weathering, and contain a minimum solids content of 66 percent by volume. The filler-surfacer shall be as recommended by the manufacturer and shall be used to provide a smooth surface for the epoxy intermediate coat. The filler-sealer is applied to the entire concrete surface and worked into the concrete surface with a wide blade putty knife or squeegee. The intermediate coat shall be a high-build epoxy coating with a minimum solids content of 67 percent by volume.

1. Surfacer = Filler-surfacer shall be applied to the entire surface and worked into surface defects and bugholes to achieve a smooth, void-free surface. (Total DFT = Minimum of 1/16” above highest peak of the substrate).

2. Intermediate coat = 4-6 mils.

3. Finish coat = 2-3 mils.

4. Total system DFT = 6-9 mils.

Top Coat Polyurethane Products must meet or exceed the following ASTM tests:

1. Adhesion: ASTM D 7234 – Requirement: No less than 300 psi per pull, three trials

2. Abrasion: ASTM D 4060 (CS-17 wheel, 1,000 gram load) – Requirement: No

more than 116 mg loss after 1,000 cycles

g. System 12 – Aliphatic Polyurethane, Fiber Glass: Two-component aliphatic polyurethane coating material shall provide superior color and gloss retention, resistance to splash from acid and alkaline chemicals, and resistance to chemical fumes and severe weathering. A primer, tie coat, or mist coat shall be used as recommended by the manufacturer.

1. Prime coat (Tie coat).

2. Finish coats (2 or more, Total DFT = 3 mils). 822-5.3 Submerged and Severe Service Coating Systems

a. System 100 – Amine Cured Epoxy: High build, polyamine cured, epoxy resin shall

have a solids content of at least 80 percent by volume, and shall be suitable for long-term immersion service in municipal wastewater.

1. Prime coat = 3-5 mils.

i. Note: Surface shall be scarified by blasting with fine abrasive if more than 60 days has elapsed between application of the prime coat and the intermediate coat (or between any subsequent coats).

2. Intermediate coat = 5-7 mils.

3. Finish coats = 5-7 mils.

4. Total coats = 13-19 mils.

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100% Epoxy Products must meet or exceed the following ASTM tests.

1. Adhesion: ASTM D 3359 Method B – Requirement: No less than a rating of 5 or ASTM D 4541 Requirement: No less than a rating of 1000 psi on steel or no less than 350 psi (concrete failure) on concrete.

2. Abrasion: ASTM D 4060 (CS-17 Wheel, 1,000 gram load) – Requirement: No

more than 120 mg loss after 1,000 cycles.

3. Salt Fog: ASTM B 117 – Requirement: No blistering, cracking, rusting or delamination of film. No more than a 1/32” rust creepage at scribe after 1,500 hours exposure.

b. System 101 – Cold-Applied Tape: Tape coating materials and procedures shall be in

accordance with ANSI/AWWA C209. Prefabricated tape shall be Type II. The system shall consist of a primer layer, inner layer tape (50 mils), and an outer layer tape (30 mils). Total system DFT = 80 mils.

c. System 106 – Fusion Bonded Epoxy: The coating material shall be a 100 percent powder epoxy, certified as compliant with NSF Standard 61, applied in accordance with the ANSI/AWWA C213 - Fusion-Bonded Epoxy Coating for the Interior and Exterior of Steel Water Pipelines, except that the surface preparation shall be as specified in the coating system schedule of this Section. The coating shall be applied using the fluidized bed or electrostatic spray process.

1. Coating DFT = 16 mils.

2. For coating of valves, DFT - 12 mils.

3. Liquid Epoxy: For field repairs, the use of a liquid epoxy will be permitted,

applied in not less than 3 coats to provide a Total DFT of 15 mils. The liquid epoxy shall be a 100 percent solids epoxy recommended by the powder epoxy manufacturer.

d. System 108 – Epoxy, Concrete: The coating material shall be a polyamine cured

epoxy material suitable for long-term immersion in water and wastewater and for service where subjected to occasional splash and spillage of water and wastewater treatment chemicals. The finish coating material shall have a minimum solids content of 100 percent by volume. The filler-surfacer shall be either a miniumum 85 percent solids amine-cured epoxy material with silica and inert fillers or an epoxy-modified cementitious surfacer as recommended by the coating system manufacturer.

1. Filler-surfacer, applied to the entire surface and worked into surface defects and bugholes to achieve a smooth, void-free surface. (Total DFT = Minimum of 1/16” above the highest peak of the substrate)

2. Finish coat: New Sewer Manholes (2 or more, DFT = 60 – 80 mils) All other Structures (2 or more, DFT = 100 – 125 mils)

Products must meet or exceed the following ASTM tests:

1. Filler-surfacer Requirements:

i. Compressive Strength: ASTM C 579 – Requirement: No less than

5,000 psi. ii. Tensile Strength: ASTM C 496 – Requirement: No less than 600 psi, 28

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days. ii. Adhesion: ASTM D 7234 – No less than 300 psi per pull, three trials.

2. Epoxy Liner Requirements:

i. Chemical Resistance:

A. ASTM C 868 – Requirement: No blistering, cracking, softening, swelling or loss of adhesion or gloss after 60 days immersion in 25 percent sulfuric acid at 100°F, or

B. Severe Wastewater Analysis Testing Apparatus (SWAT) ASTM G 210 – Requirement: No blistering, cracking, checking or loss of adhesion. Initial impedance greater than 10.0 (log-Z) at 0.01 Hz (ohms cm²). No less than a final log-Z electrical impedance of 8.5 at 0.01 Hz (ohms cm²) after 28 days. (Thickness of tested sample to be no more than 20% greater than the maximum film thickness requirement outlined in the specification).

ii. Impact: ASTM D 2794 – Requirement: No visible damage after 88 in-lbs.

iii. Adhesion: ASTM D7234 No less than 300 psi per pull, three trials iv. Abrasion: ASTM D 4060 – Requirement: No more than 120 mg loss

after 1,000 cycles.

e. System 109 – Coal Tar Epoxy: Amine or polyamide cured coal tar epoxy coating material with 70% minimum volume solids content for exterior surfaces of buried concrete structures. A filler-surfacer shall be applied after abrasive blasting and prior to the finish coating as recommended by the manufacturer.

1. Finish coat (2 or more), MDFT = 16-20 mils. 822-5.4 Special Coating Systems:

a. System 200 – PVC Tape: Prior to wrapping the pipe with PVC tape, the pipe and fittings first shall be primed using a primer recommended by the PVC tape manufacturer. After being primed, the pipe shall be wrapped with a 20-mil adhesive PVC tape, half-lapped, to a total thickness of 40 mils.

b. System 204 – Water-Retardant:

1. Two coats (or single coat if manufacturer recommends in writing) of a clear, non-staining, silane-modified-siloxane masonry water-retardant material. The water-retardant system after application shall be provided with not less than a five-year warranty on the performance of the product.

2. Surfaces shall be cleaned with a chemical cleaner approved by the

manufacturer and power wash. Surfaces shall be clean and dry before application of the material. Method and rate of application shall be in accordance with manufacturer's published instructions. A manufacturer's representative shall be present during applications if necessary for warranty.

c. System 205 – Polyethylene Encasement: Refer to subsection 1016-2.3.1.

Application of polyethylene encasement shall be in accordance with ANSI/AWWA C105 using Method C.

d. System 208 – Aluminum Metal Isolation: Two coats of a high build polyamide epoxy paint. Total thickness of system DFT = 8 mils.

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e. System 209 – Alkyd-Wood: Industrial quality, gloss or semi-gloss, medium long oil

alkyd coating material with a minimum solids content of 49 percent by volume. Primer shall be an alkyd primer as recommended by the manufacturer.

1. Prime coat DFT = 3 mils.

2. Finish coats (two or more, Total DFT = 3 mils).

3. Total system DFT = 6 mils.

f. System 210 – Acrylic-Wood: Single component, water-based acrylic latex coating

material with a fungicide additive and a minimum solids content of 35 percent by volume. Primer shall be an alkyd primer as recommended by the manufacturer.

1. Prime coat DFT = 2 mils.

2. Finish coats (two or more, Total DFT = 6 mils).

3. Total system DFT = 8 mils.

g. System 211 – Acrylic-Drywall: Single component, water-based acrylic latex coating material with a fungicide additive and a minimum solids content of 35 percent by volume. Primer shall be a PVA sealer as recommended by the manufacturer.

1. Prime coat DFT = 1.5 mils.

2. Finish coats (two or more, Total DFT = 6 mils).

3. Total system DFT = 7.5 mils. 822-6 EXECUTION: 822-6.1 Manufacturer’s Services: The Contractor shall require the protective coating manufacturer to furnish a qualified technical representative to visit the project site for technical support as may be necessary to resolve field problems attributable or associated with the manufacturer's products.

a. Coating manufacturer’s representative shall be present at site for each structure to be coated as follows: 1. Manufacturer’s representative shall attend the Pre-job Conference.

2. All required inspection hold points as described in subsection 822-6.15(c)(5).

3. To verify full cure of coating prior to coated surfaces being placed into immersion

service.

4. As required to resolve field problems attributable to or associated with manufacturer’s product.

b. Manufacturer's representative shall provide the Contractor and Engineer with documentation of site visit listing observations made and deficiencies, if any, that are to be corrected. Contractor shall submit documentation to Engineer.

c. Contractor shall provide Manufacturer's representative with ample prior notice before

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being required on site. 822-6.2 Workmanship:

a. Skilled craftsmen and experienced supervision shall be used on all Work.

b. Coating materials shall be applied evenly in strict accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations.

c. Coating shall be done in a workmanlike manner so as to produce an even film of uniform thickness. Edges, corners, crevices, and joints shall receive special attention to insure thorough cleaning and an adequate thickness of coating material. The finished surfaces shall be free from runs, drops, ridges, waves, laps, brush marks, and variations in color, texture, and finish. The hiding shall be so complete that the addition of another coat would not increase the hiding. Special attention shall be given to insure that edges, corners, crevices, welds, and similar areas receive a film thickness equivalent to adjacent areas, and installations shall be protected by the use of drop cloths or other precautionary measures.

d. The Contractor shall protect the public and the Work against disfigurement by paint

materials and damage caused by surface preparation. The Contractor shall be responsible for damage caused by the Contractor’s operations to vehicles, persons or property, including plants and animals, and shall provide protective measures to prevent such damage. Paint stains that result in an unsightly appearance shall be removed or obliterated by the Contractor. All damage to surfaces resulting from the Work shall be cleaned, repaired, and refinished to original condition.

e. All Work shall be subject to final acceptance by the Owner. The Contractor shall correct Work that does not comply with the Contract Documents. Acceptance is based on Contractor’s documented evidence of compliance and successful field performance tests approved by the Engineer.

822-6.3 Storage, Mixing, and Thinning of Materials:

a. Manufacturer's Recommendations: Unless otherwise indicated, the coating manufacturer's printed recommendations and instructions for thinning, mixing, handling, applying, and protecting its coating materials, for preparation of surfaces for coating, and for all other procedures relative to coating shall be strictly observed.

b. Shelf Life: All protective coating materials shall be used within the manufacturer's

recommended shelf life.

c. Storage and Mixing: Coating materials shall be stored under the conditions recommended by the Material Safety Data Sheets, and shall be thoroughly stirred, strained, and kept at a uniform consistency during application. Coatings of different manufacturers shall not be mixed together.

822-6.4 Preparation for Coating:

a. General: All surfaces to receive protective coatings shall be cleaned as indicated prior to application of coatings. The Contractor shall examine all surfaces to be coated, and shall correct all surface defects before application of any coating material. All marred or abraded spots on shop-primed and on factory-finished surfaces shall receive touch-up restoration prior to any coating application. Surfaces to be coated shall be dry and free of visible dust.

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b. Protection of Surfaces not to be Coated: Surfaces which are not to receive protective coatings shall be protected during surface preparation, cleaning, and coating operations. All hardware, lighting fixtures, switchplates, machined surfaces, couplings, shafts, bearings, nameplates on machinery, and other surfaces not to be painted shall be removed, masked or otherwise protected. Drop cloths shall be provided to prevent coating materials from falling on or marring adjacent surfaces. The working parts of all mechanical and electrical equipment shall be protected from damage during surface preparation and coating operations. Openings in motors shall be masked to prevent entry of coating or other materials. Care shall be exercised not to damage adjacent work during blast cleaning operations. Spray painting shall be conducted under carefully controlled conditions. The Contractor shall be fully responsible for and shall promptly repair any and all damage to adjacent work or adjoining property occurring from blast cleaning or coating operations.

c. Protection of Painted Surfaces: Cleaning and coating shall be coordinated so that

dust and other contaminants from the cleaning process will not fall on wet, newly coated surfaces.

822-6.5 Surface Preparation Standards:

a. The following referenced surface preparation specifications of the Steel Structures Painting Council shall form a part of this specification:

1. Solvent Cleaning (SSPC-SP1): Removal of oil, grease, soil, salts, and other

soluble contaminants by cleaning with solvent, vapor, alkali, emulsion, or steam.

2. Hand Tool Cleaning (SSPC-SP2): Removal of loose rust, loose mill scale,

loose paint, and other loose detrimental foreign matter, by hand chipping, scraping, sanding, and wire brushing.

3. Power Tool Cleaning (SSPC-SP3): Removal of loose rust, loose mill scale,

loose paint, and other loose detrimental foreign matter, by power tool chipping, descaling, sanding, wire brushing, and grinding.

4. White Metal Blast Cleaning (SSPC-SP5): Removal of all visible rust, oil,

grease, soil, dust, mill scale, paint, oxides, corrosion products and foreign matter by blast cleaning.

5. Commercial Blast Cleaning (SSPC-SP6): Removal of all visible oil, grease,

soil, dust, mill scale, rust, paint, oxides, corrosion products, and other foreign matter, except that staining shall be limited to no more than 33 percent of each square inch of surface area.

6. Brush-Off Blast Cleaning (SSPC-SP7): Removal of all visible oil, grease, soil,

dust, loose mill scale, loose rust, and loose paint.

7. Near-White Blast Cleaning (SSPC-SP10): Removal of all visible oil, grease, soil, dust, mill scale, rust, paint, oxides, corrosion products, and other foreign matter, except that staining shall be limited to no more than 5 percent of each square inch of surface area.

8. Power Tool Cleaning to Bare Metal (SSPC-SP11): Removal of all visible oil, grease, dirt, dust, mill scale, rust, paint, oxides, corrosion products, and other foreign matter. Slight residues of rust and paint may be left in the lower portion of pits if the original surface is pitted. The surface profile shall not be less than

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1 mil (25 microns). 822-6.6 Metal Surface Preparation (Ungalvanized):

a. The minimum abrasive blasting surface preparation shall be as indicated in the coating system schedules included at the end of this Section. Where there is a conflict between these specifications and the coating manufacturer's printed recommendations for the intended service, the higher degree of cleaning shall apply.

b. Workmanship for metal surface preparation shall be in conformance with the current

SSPC Standards and this Section. Blast cleaned surfaces shall match the standard samples available from the National Association of Corrosion Engineers, NACE Standard TM-01-70 - Visual Standard for Surfaces of New Steel Airblast Cleaned with Sand Abrasive and TM-01-75 - Visual Standard for Surfaces of New Steel Centrifugally Blast Cleaned with Steel Grit.

c. All oil, grease, welding fluxes, and other surface contaminants shall be removed by

solvent cleaning per SSPC-SP1 - Solvent Cleaning prior to blast cleaning.

d. All sharp edges shall be rounded or chamfered and all burrs, and surface defects and weld splatter shall be ground smooth prior to blast cleaning.

e. The type and size of abrasive shall be selected to produce a surface profile that meets

the coating manufacturer's recommendation for the particular coating and service conditions. Abrasives for submerged and severe service coating systems shall be clean, hard, sharp cutting crushed slag. Automated blasting systems shall not be used for surfaces that will be in submerged service. Metal shot or grit shall not be used for surfaces that will be in submerged service, even if subsequent abrasive blasting is planned to be one with hard, sharp cutting crushed slag.

f. The abrasive shall not be reused unless an automated blasting system is used for

surfaces that will be in non-submerged service. For automated blasting systems, clean oil-free abrasives shall be maintained. The abrasive mix shall include at least 50 percent grit.

g. The Contractor shall comply with the applicable federal, state, and local air pollution

control regulations for blast cleaning.

h. Compressed air for air blast cleaning shall be supplied at adequate pressure from well-maintained compressors equipped with oil and moisture separators that remove at least 95 percent of the contaminants.

i. Surfaces shall be cleaned of all dust and residual particles of the cleaning operation by

dry air blast cleaning, vacuuming, or another approved method prior to painting.

j. Enclosed areas and other areas where dust settling is a problem shall be vacuum cleaned and wiped with a tack cloth.

k. Damaged or defective coating shall be removed by the specified blast cleaning to

meet the clean surface requirements before recoating.

l. If the specified abrasive blast cleaning will damage adjacent work, the area to be cleaned is less than 100 square feet, and the coated surface will not be submerged in service, then SSPC-SP2 or SSPC-SP3 be used.

m. Shop applied coatings of unknown composition shall be completely removed before

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the indicated coatings are applied. Valves, castings, ductile or cast iron pipe, and fabricated pipe or equipment shall be examined for the presence of shop-applied temporary coatings. Temporary coatings shall be completely removed by solvent cleaning per SSPC-SP1 before the abrasive blast cleaning work has been started.

n. Shop primed equipment shall be solvent cleaned in the field before finish coats are

applied. 822-6.7 Surface Preparation for Galvanized Ferrous Metal:

a. Remove all soluble and insoluble contaminants and corrosion. Remove all storage stains per Section 6.2 of ASTM D6386. Abrasive blasting all surfaces per ASTM D 6386 to achieve a uniform anchor profile of 1.0 - 2.0 mils.

b. Pretreatment coatings of surfaces shall be in accordance with the printed

recommendations of the coating manufacturer. 822-6.8 Surface Preparation of Ferrous Surfaces with Existing Coating, Excluding Steel

Reservoir Interiors:

a. General: All grease, oil, heavy chalk, dirt, or other contaminants shall be removed by solvent or detergent cleaning prior to abrasive blast cleaning. The generic type of the existing coatings shall be determined by laboratory testing.

b. Abrasive Blast Cleaning: The Contractor shall provide the degree of cleaning

specified in the coating system schedule for the entire surface to be coated. If the degree of cleaning is not indicated in the schedule, deteriorated coatings shall be removed by abrasive blast cleaning to SSPC-SP6. Areas of tightly adhering coatings shall be cleaned to SSPC-SP7, with the remaining thickness of existing coating not to exceed 3 mils.

c. Incompatible Coatings: If coatings to be applied are not compatible with existing

coatings the Contractor shall apply intermediate coatings per the paint manufacturer's recommendation for the indicated coating system or shall completely remove the existing coating prior to abrasive blast cleaning. A small trial application shall be conducted for compatibility prior to painting large areas.

d. Unknown Coatings: Coatings of unknown composition shall be completely removed

prior to application of new coatings.

e. Water Abrasive or Wet Abrasive Blast Cleaning: Where specified or where job site conditions do not permit dry abrasive blasting for industrial coating systems due to dust or air pollution considerations, water abrasive blasting or wet abrasive blasting may be used. In both methods, paint-compatible corrosion inhibitors shall be used, and coating application shall begin as soon as the surfaces are dry. Water abrasive blasting shall be done using high-pressure water with sand injection. In both methods, the equipment used shall be commercially produced equipment with a successful service record. Wet blasting methods shall not be used for submerged and severe service coating systems unless indicated.

822-6.9 Concrete and Concrete Block Masonry Surface Preparation:

a. Surface preparation shall not begin until at least 30 days after the concrete or masonry has been placed.

b. All oil, grease, and form release and curing compounds shall be removed by detergent

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cleaning per SSPC-SP1 before abrasive blast cleaning.

c. Concrete, concrete block masonry surfaces and deteriorated concrete surfaces to be coated shall be abrasive blast cleaned to remove existing coatings, laitance, deteriorated concrete, and to roughen the surface equivalent to the surface of the No. 80 grit flint sandpaper.

d. If acid etching is required by the coating application instructions, the treatment shall be

made after abrasive blasting. After etching, rinse surfaces with water and test the pH. The pH shall be between neutral and 8.

e. Surfaces shall be clean and as recommended by the coating manufacturer before

coating is started.

f. Unless required for proper adhesion, surfaces shall be dry prior to coating. The presence of moisture shall be determined with a moisture detection device.

822-6.10 Plastic, Fiber Glass and Non-ferrous Metals Surface Preparation:

a. Plastic and fiber glass surfaces shall be sanded or brush off blast cleaned prior to solvent cleaning with a chemical compatible with the coating system primer.

b. Non-ferrous metal surfaces shall be solvent-cleaned SSPC-SP1 followed by sanding

or brush-off blast cleaning SSPC-SP7.

c. All surfaces shall be clean and dry prior to coating application. 822-6.11 Architectural Concrete Block Masonry:

a. The mortar surfaces shall be cured at least 14 days before surface preparation work is started.

b. Dust, dirt, grease, and other foreign matter shall be removed prior to abrasive blasting.

c. The masonry surfaces shall be prepared in accordance with the material

manufacturer's printed instructions. 822-6.12 Shop Coating Requirements:

a. Unless otherwise indicated, all items of equipment, or parts of equipment which are not submerged in service, shall be shop primed and then finish coated in the field after installation with the indicated or selected color. The methods, materials, application equipment and all other details of shop painting shall comply with this section. If the shop primer requires topcoating within a specified period of time, the equipment shall be finish coated in the shop and then touch-up painted after installation.

b. All items of equipment, or parts and surfaces of equipment which are submerged or

inside an enclosed hydraulic structure when in service, with the exception of pumps and valves, shall have all surface preparation and coating work performed in the field.

c. For certain pieces of equipment it may be undesirable or impractical to apply finish

coatings in the field. Such equipment may include engine generator sets, equipment such as electrical control panels, switchgear or main control boards, submerged parts of pumps, ferrous metal passages in valves, or other items where it is not possible to obtain the indicated quality in the field. Such equipment shall be primed and finish coated in the shop and touched up in the field with the identical material after

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installation. The Contractor shall require the manufacturer of each such piece of equipment to certify as part of its shop drawings that the surface preparation is in accordance with these specifications. The coating material data sheet shall be submitted with the shop drawings for the equipment.

d. For certain small pieces of equipment the manufacturer may have a standard coating

system which is suitable for the intended service conditions. In such cases, the final determination of suitability will be made during review of the shop drawing submittals. Equipment of this type generally includes only indoor equipment such as instruments, small compressors, and chemical metering pumps.

e. Shop painted surfaces shall be protected during shipment and handling by suitable

provisions including padding, blocking, and the use of canvas or nylon slings. Primed surfaces shall not be exposed to the weather for more than 2 months before being topcoated, or less time if recommended by the coating manufacturer.

f. Damage to shop-applied coatings shall be repaired in accordance with this Section and

the coating manufacturer’s printed instructions.

g. The Contractor shall make certain that the shop primers and field topcoats are compatible and meet the requirements of this Section. Copies of applicable coating manufacturer's data sheets shall be submitted with equipment shop drawings.

822-6.13 Application of Coatings:

a. The application of protective coatings to steel substrates shall be in accordance with SSPC-PA1 - Paint Application Specification No. 1.

b. Cleaned surfaces and all coats shall be inspected prior to each succeeding coat. The

Contractor shall schedule such inspection with the Engineer in advance.

c. Blast cleaned ferrous metal surfaces shall be painted before any rusting or other deterioration of the surface occurs. Blast cleaning shall be limited to only those surfaces that can be coated in the same working day.

d. Coatings shall be applied in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and

recommendations, and this Section, whichever has the most stringent requirements.

e. Special attention shall be given to edges, angles, weld seams, flanges, nuts and bolts, and other places where insufficient film thicknesses are likely to be present. Use stripe painting for these areas.

f. Special attention shall be given to materials which will be joined so closely that proper

surface preparation and application are not possible. Such contact surfaces shall be coated prior to assembly or installation.

g. Finish coats, including touch-up and damage repair coats shall be applied in a manner

which will present a uniform texture and color matched appearance.

h. Coatings shall not be applied under the following conditions:

1. Temperature exceeding the manufacturer's recommended maximum and minimum allowable.

2. Dust or smoke laden atmosphere.

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3. Damp or humid weather.

4. When the substrate or air temperature is less than 5 degrees F above dewpoint.

5. When air temperature is expected to drop below 40 degrees F or less than 5

degrees F above the dewpoint within 8 hours after application of coating.

6. When wind conditions are not calm.

i. Dewpoint shall be determined by use of a sling psychrometer in conjunction with U.S. Dept. of Commerce, Weather Bureau psychometric tables.

j. Unburied steel piping shall be abrasive blast cleaned and primed before installation.

k. Sealing cut ends of coated or lined pipe and/or coating field repairs to pipe and fittings shall be performed in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.

l. The finish coat on all work shall be applied after all concrete, masonry, and equipment

installation is complete and the work areas are clean and dust free. 822-6.14 Curing of Coatings:

a. General: The Contractor shall maintain curing conditions in accordance with the conditions recommended by the coating material manufacturer or by this Section; whichever is the most stringent, prior to placing the completed coating system into service.

b. Ventilation: In the case of enclosed areas, forced air ventilation, using heated air if

necessary, may be required until the coatings have fully cured.

c. Forced Air Ventilation of Steel Reservoirs and Enclosed Hydraulic Structures: Forced air ventilation is required for the application and curing of coatings on the interior surfaces of steel reservoirs and enclosed hydraulic structures. During application and curing periods, continuously exhaust air from a manhole in the lowest shell ring, or in the case of an enclosed hydraulic structure, from the lowest level of the structure using portable ducting. After all interior coating operations have been completed, provide a final curing period for a minimum of 10 days, during which the forced ventilation system shall operate continuously. For additional requirements, refer to the specific coating system requirements in Section 822-5 above.

822-6.15 Shop and Field Inspection and Testing:

a. General: The Contractor shall give the Engineer a minimum of 3 days advance notice of the start of any field surface preparation work or coating application work, and a minimum of 7 days advance notice of the start of any shop surface preparation work.

b. All such work shall be performed only in the presence of the Engineer, unless the

Engineer has granted prior approval to perform such work in its absence.

c. Inspection: Inspection by the Engineer, or the waiver of inspection of any particular portion of the Work, shall not relieve the Contractor of its responsibility to perform the Work in accordance with these Specifications.

1. Applicator shall be responsible for and maintain an active site specific quality

control program, monitored by the applicators inspector who shall be

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knowledgeable of coating inspection methods, test procedures and corrective measures for items found to be in nonconformance. The site specific quality control program shall insure and document compliance with the job specifications in all facets of surface preparation, coating/lining application, cure and final inspection.

2. The applicator shall provide the Engineer with documentation of inspections and testing performed. The documentation shall include weather conditions at the start and end of each application, test results and specific locations examined to confirm.

3. Audits may be performed by the Engineer or a third party designated by the Engineer to confirm that inspections have been performed in a thorough and proper manner.

4. Applicator shall correct work that is not acceptable, verify corrective actions have been completed and submit documentation of such inspection prior to requesting a follow-up audit.

5. Contractor's Inspector Responsibilities:

i. Verify that surface preparation and application of coatings or coating systems are as specified at all specific inspection hold points as outlined below and other points as directed by the Engineer:

A. Completion of Surface preparation. B. Completion of first coat. C. Completion of second coat. D. Completion of each subsequent coat.

Note1: Nonconformance discovered during quality control inspection may at the Engineer’s discretion require additional coating performance inspection hold points and/or testing to establish compliance. Note 2: Applicator shall notify the Engineer in writing 48 hours prior to the required inspection hold point. Note 3: Staging and/or scaffolding used for the work shall not be removed before the work has been examined and approved by all parties.

ii. Verify coatings and other materials are as specified.

iii. Verify compressor air supply is clean and free of contaminants prior to

start of blast cleaning per ASTM D4285 blotter test.

iv. Verify Dry Film Thickness (DFT) of each coat and total DFT of each coating system are as specified using wet film and dry film gauges. DFT measurements shall be performed per SSPC PA-2 including gage calibration to compensate for surface profile. DFT is the thickness of record. Destructive testing may be required to measure DFT.

v. Verify each coating is properly cured in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

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vi. Coating Defects: Visually examine coatings for film characteristics or

defects that would adversely affect performance or appearance of coating including dust, dirt or overspray inclusions, runs, sags, pinholes, blisters, finish coat overspray, mud cracks, and even in color and appearance.

vii. Daily Reports: The Contractor is required to maintain typed daily activity reports that are to be submitted to the Engineer on a weekly basis in accordance with subsection 822-4.

d. Scaffolding shall be erected and moved to locations where requested by the Engineer

to facilitate inspection. Additional illumination shall be furnished to cover all areas to be inspected.

e. The Contractor shall furnish, until final acceptance of such coatings, inspection devices

in good working condition for the detection of holidays and measurement of dry-film thicknesses of protective coatings. Dry-film thickness gages shall be made available for the Owner's use at all times while coating is being done, until final acceptance of such coatings. The Contractor shall furnish the services of a trained operator of the holiday detection devices until the final acceptance of such coatings. Holiday detection devices shall be operated only in the presence of the Engineer.

f. Testing Equipment:

1. Provide magnetic type dry film thickness gauge to test coating thickness

specified in mils.

2. Provide low-voltage wet sponge electrical holiday detector to test completed coating systems, 20 mils dry film thickness or less, except zinc primer, high-build elastomeric coatings, and galvanizing, for pinholes, holidays, and discontinuities.

3. Provide high-voltage spark tester to test completed coating systems in

excess of 20 mils dry film thickness.

g. Testing:

1. Evaluation of blast cleaned surface preparation work will be based upon visual comparison of the blasted surfaces with SSPC-Vis1 photographic standard samples available from SSPC.

2. Measure coating thickness specified in mils with a magnetic type, dry film thickness gauge, in accordance with SSPC PA 2. Check each coat for correct millage. Do not make measurement before a minimum of 8 hours after application of coating.

3. Holiday detect coatings 20 mils thick or less, except zinc primer and

galvanizing, with low voltage wet sponge electrical holiday detector in accordance with NACE RP0188.

4. Holiday detect coatings in excess of 20 mils dry with high voltage spark tester

as recommended by coating manufacturer and in accordance with NACE RP0188.

5. All other approved applicable field performance testing.

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6. After repaired and recoated areas have dried sufficiently, retest each repaired

area. Final tests may also be conducted by Engineer.

h. Unsatisfactory Application:

1. If the item has an improper finish color or insufficient film thickness, clean surface and topcoat with specified paint material to obtain specified color and coverage. Obtain specific surface preparation information from coating manufacturer.

2. Evidence of runs, bridges, shiners, laps, or other imperfections is cause for rejection.

3. Repair defects in accordance with written recommendations of coating

manufacturer.

4. Damaged Coatings, Pinholes, and Holidays:

i. Feather edges and repair in accordance with recommendations of paint manufacturer.

ii. Hand or power sand visible areas of chipped, peeled, or abraded paint, and feather the edges. Follow with primer and finish coat. Depending on extent of repair and appearance, a finish sanding and topcoat may be required.

iii. Apply finish coats, including touchup and damage-repair coats in a

manner that will present a uniform texture and color-matched appearance.

822-6.16 Coating System Schedules – Ferrous Metals:

a. Coating System Schedule, Ferrous Metal - Not Galvanized: Item Surface Prep. System No. FM-1 All indoor surfaces,

except those included below.

For Ferrous Metal: Commercial blast cleaning SSPC-SP6 For ductile pipe: Clean as required to remove all soluble surface contaminants. Abrasive blast all surfaces to be coated in accordance with NAPF 500-03-04 to remove all insoluble surface contaminants and to achieve a minimum surface profile of 1.5 mils.

(8) Epoxy

FM-2 All outdoor surfaces, except those included below.

For Ferrous Metal: Commercial blast cleaning SSPC-SP6 For ductile pipe: Clean as required to remove all soluble surface contaminants.

(9) Epoxy plus polyurethane

topcoat

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Abrasive blast all surfaces to be coated in accordance with NAPF 500-03-04 to remove all insoluble surface contaminants and to achieve a minimum surface profile of 1.5 mils.

FM-3 Surfaces of equipment and ferrous surfaces submerged or intermittently submerged in utility water or wastewater including all surfaces lower than 2 feet above high water level in hydraulic structures, and all surfaces inside enclosed hydraulic structures and vents (excluding shop-coated valves, couplings, pumps).

For Ferrous Metal: White metal blast cleaning SSPC-SP5. For ductile pipe: Clean as required to remove all soluble surface contaminants. Abrasive blast all surfaces to be coated in accordance with NAPF 500-03-04 to remove all insoluble surface contaminants and to achieve a minimum surface profile of 1.5 mils.

(100) amine-cured epoxy

FM-6 Buried small steel pipe. Removal of dirt, grease, oil (200) PVC tape

FM-7 Ferrous surfaces in water

passages of all valves 4-inch size and larger, exterior surfaces of submerged valves.

White metal blast cleaning SSPC-SP5

(100) amine-cured epoxy

FM-8 Ferrous surfaces in water passages and submerged surfaces of all pumps which have discharge size of 4 inches or larger.

White metal blast cleaning SSPC-SP5

(100) amine-cured epoxy

FM-9 Ferrous surfaces of sleeve-couplings.

Solvent cleaning SSPC-SP1, followed by white metal blast cleaning SSPC-SP10

(106) fusion-bonded epoxy

FM-10 All ferrous surfaces of sluice gates, flap gates, and shear gates, including wall thimbles.

White metal blast cleaning SSPC-SP5

(100) amine-cured epoxy

FM-11 Buried surfaces that are not indicated to be coated elsewhere.

Near white metal blast cleaning SSPC-SP10

(100) amine-cured epoxy

FM-19 Buried pipe couplings, valves, and flanged joints (where piping is ductile or

Brush-off blast cleaning SSPC-SP7

(205) polyethylene encasement

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cast iron, not tape-coated), including epoxy-coated surfaces.

b. Coating System Schedule, Ferrous Metal - Galvanized: Pretreatment coatings,

barrier coatings, or washes shall be applied as recommended by the coating manufacturer. All galvanized surfaces shall be coated, except for chain link fencing.

Item Surface Prep. System No. FMG-1 All exposed surfaces

indoors and outdoors, except those included below.

Solvent cleaning SSPC-SP1 Followed by SSPC-SP7

(7) Acrylic latex

822-6.17 Coating System Schedule, Non-ferrous Metal, Plastic, Fiber Glass:

a. Where isolated non-ferrous parts are associated with equipment or piping, the Contractor shall use the coating system for the adjacent connected surfaces. Do not coat handrails, gratings, frames or hatches. Only primers recommended by the coating manufacturer shall be used.

Item Surface Prep. System No. NFM-1 All exposed surfaces,

indoors and outdoors, except those included below.

Solvent cleaned SSPC-SP1 (7) Acrylic latex

NFM-3 Aluminum surfaces in contact with concrete, or with any other metal except galvanized ferrous metal.

Solvent cleaned SSPC-SP1 (208) aluminum metal isolation

NFM-6 Buried non-ferrous metal

pipe. Removal of dirt, grease, oil (200)

PVC tape 822-6.18 Coating System Schedule – Concrete: Item Surface Prep. System No. C-1 All indoor surfaces where

indicated in Contract Documents.

Per Section 822-6.9 (10) acrylic,concrete

C-2 Interior surfaces of pump station wet wells, and various wastewater treatment plant structures as indicated in Contract Documents. Note: The floors and the bottom six (6) inches of the interior wet well walls only are not required to be coated.

Per Section 822-6.9 (108) epoxy, concrete

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C-3 Interior surfaces of new wastewater manholes and as indicated in Contract Documents.

Per Section 822-6.9 (108) epoxy, concrete

C-4 C-5

Buried exterior surfaces of various wastewater treatment plant structures as indicated in Contract Documents. Buried exterior surfaces of as indicated in Contract Documents.

Per Section 822-6.9 Per Section 822-6.9

(109) coal tar epoxy, concrete

(109) coal tar epoxy, concrete

822-6.19 Coating System Schedule – Concrete Block Masonry: Item Surface Prep. System No. CBM-1 All surfaces, indoors and

outdoors, where indicated in Contract Documents.

Per Section 822-6.9 (10) acrylic, concrete

822-6.20 Coating System Schedule – Miscellaneous Surfaces: Item Surface Prep. System No. MS-1 Wood, indoors and

outdoors. Per manufacturer's printed instructions

(209) alkyd-wood

822-7 SPECIAL CORRECTION OF DEFECTS REQUIREMENTS:

a. Warranty Inspection: A warranty inspection may be conducted during the eleventh month following completion of all coating and painting work. All personnel present at the Pre-job Conference shall attend this inspection. All defective work shall be repaired in accordance with these specifications and to the satisfaction of the Engineer. The Engineer may, by written notice to the Contractor, reschedule the warranty inspection to another date within the one-year correction period, or may cancel the warranty inspection altogether. If a warranty inspection is not held, the Contractor is not relieved of its responsibilities under the Contract Documents.

822-8 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT: No measurement or direct payment will be made for protective coatings.