End of Section 14 92 00
<br />Section 2100 00
<br />Fire Suppression
<br />1. General
<br />1.1. Submit LOIs in accordance with Section O1 33 00 Submittal Procedures,
<br />1.2. System Description:
<br />1.2.1 Construction Documents indicate the Design of a Fire Sprinkler System that
<br />complies with the intent of Publix. Information contained in these Documents
<br />shall be the only basis for Bid.
<br />1.2.2 Publix is the approver of all systems that are acceptable to Factory Mutual.
<br />However, Factory Mutual approval is a minimum requirement. Publix's
<br />requirements exceed those of Factory Mutual in many particulars.
<br />1.2.3 Design Changes:
<br />1.2.3.1 It is recognized that there are several ways to obtain the protection
<br />intended by Publb , and approvable by Factory Mutual Engineering. If
<br />changes can be made to the Design to achieve cost or time savings,
<br />these shall be submitted to Publix before requesting approval by
<br />Factory Mutual or the Authority Having Jurisdiction.
<br />1.2.3.2 Work shall not begin on the assumption of approvability of changes to
<br />the Design.
<br />1.2.3.3 If Publix approves design changes, submit Change Order request for
<br />inclusion in Contract.
<br />1.3. Scope of Work:
<br />1.3.1 Provide complete overhead sprinkler system as shown on the Drawings and
<br />described herein.
<br />1.3.2 Make connection to the underground supply at the "Point of Service" as shown
<br />on the Drawings.
<br />1.3.3 Provide back flow preventer and OS&Y Valve assembly at location shown in
<br />the Site Documents.
<br />1.3.4 Locate Fire Department Connection as directed by the Authority Having
<br />Jurisdiction.
<br />1.3.5 Provide Dry Pipe System for exterior heads at locations north of Florida State
<br />Highway 60, with under -canopy heads as indicated, and concealed heads as
<br />required.
<br />1.3.6 Provide interconnections to systems provided under separate contract or by
<br />Owner.
<br />1.3.7 Provide other systems and apparatus as needed for security of components,
<br />ease of access by Fire Fighters and Officials, and as required for a complete,
<br />integrated system.
<br />1.4. Related Work by Others:
<br />1.4.1 Connection to mains:
<br />1.4.1.1 Underground fire water supply system shall be as approved by
<br />Factory Mutual Engineering Div. Atlanta, GA or Charlotte NC,
<br />including an acceptable outlet at a "Point of Connection" within 5 ft.
<br />of the building, lateral from the fire main or backflow preventer,
<br />funished and installed by outside utility Subcontractor.
<br />1.4.1.2 All such Fire Sprinkler work shall be accomplished by a Fire
<br />Sprinkler Contractor duly registered in the state of the work, and
<br />qualified by experience in work of similar scope to that indicated in
<br />the Contract Documents. Such work shall include, but not be limited
<br />to, connections to mains, underground supplies, backflow preventers,
<br />valves, fittings and other appurtenances required to connect the water
<br />supply to the fire sprinkler system.
<br />1.4.2 Central station alarm system, complete as shown on Drawings, furnished and
<br />installed under separate contract.
<br />1.5. Design Requirements
<br />1.5.1 Minimum requirements for the design, manufacture, testing and methods of
<br />installing all materials, apparatus, and equipment shall conform to the
<br />requirements of the Factory Mutual Engineering Div., Atlanta, Ga., or
<br />Charlotte, NC and to NFPA Standards 24 and 13.
<br />1.5.2 Conform to the requirements of the local building code and the Authority
<br />Having Jurisdiction. If conflicts occur between the requirements of the above
<br />mentioned codes and authorities, the most stringent shall govern.
<br />1.5.3 Obtain a Factory Mutual Engineering Assoc. flow test, performed within the
<br />previous 6 month time period, and ensure its acceptability by all Authorities
<br />Having Jurisdiction prior to basing calculations and proposal on the results of
<br />the test.
<br />1.5.4 Provide inspector's test connection at most remote point from riser. Provide
<br />minimum 1 per riser.
<br />1.5.5 Spacing of sprinklers shall not exceed 130 sq. ft. per sprinkler, without written
<br />permission from Publix.
<br />1.5.6 Sprinkler location: All sprinklers shall be located as shown on Engineer's
<br />Drawings, and as required by codes, including vestibules and canopy attic
<br />areas.
<br />1.5.7 Storage Areas; Ordinary Hazard Group II: Provide a hydraulically designed
<br />wet system to provide 0.25 gpm/sgft including the most remote 3000 sqft.
<br />Spacing of sprinklers shall not exceed 100 sq. ft. per sprinkler.
<br />1.5.8 Sales Areas, Work Areas; Ordinary Hazard Group II: Provide a hydraulically
<br />designed wet system to provide 0.18 gpm/sgft for all areas including the most
<br />remote 2500 sq. ft.
<br />1.5.9 Hydraulic calculations shall include a total allowance of 250 gpm for outside
<br />and inside hose streams.
<br />1.6. Shop Drawings, Calculations and Approvals
<br />1.6.1 Do not begin work until the shop drawings and calculations have been
<br />approved by Publix Super Markets, Factory Mutual, and by the Authority
<br />Having Jurisdiction.
<br />1.6.2 Submit shop drawings and calculations simultaneously to the Publix Super
<br />Markets Engineer, Factory Mutual Engineering Assoc., Atlanta, Ga. or
<br />Charlotte, NC and the Authority Having Jurisdiction for approval.
<br />1.6.3 Forward one copy of Factory Mutual's approved submittal to the Publix Super
<br />Markets Engineer for records purposes.
<br />1.7. Quality:
<br />1.7.1 Subcontractor:
<br />1.7.1.1 The Fire Sprinkler Subcontractor shall be a reputable firm regularly
<br />engaged in this type of work, employing skilled workmen, and with
<br />proper equipment. Work shall be performed by a firm licensed as a
<br />Class I or II Fire Sprinkler Contractor.
<br />1.7.1.2 Upon request, Subcontractor shall show evidence of at least two
<br />similar jobs, of comparable size and character, installed and operating
<br />within the two years prior to bid opening.
<br />1.7.1.3 Publix reserves the right to refuse any Subcontractor with or without
<br />disclosing cause.
<br />1.7.2 Personnel:
<br />1.7.2.1 Employ an experienced Superintendent to oversee all operation.
<br />1.7.2.2 Work shall not proceed without adequate supervision present at all
<br />times. Foreman shall be a Journeyman Sprinkler Fitter.
<br />1.7.2.3 Work shall be performed by workers certified in their trade as
<br />journeymen, and apprentices in accordance with regulations of the
<br />governing authority or customary practice. Utilize workers with skills
<br />in proportion to complexity of tasks required.
<br />1.7.2.4 Publix reserves the right to refuse assignment of workers to Publix
<br />work with or without disclosing cause.
<br />1.7.3 Quality Standards .
<br />1.7.3.1 Work shall be accomplished to ensure leak -proof installation.
<br />1.7.3.2 Work will be judged by Publix in comparison to work of similar
<br />types. Substandard construction as judged by Publix Representative
<br />will not be accepted
<br />1.7.3.3 Neatness counts. Make all joints, connections, unions, etc. with proper
<br />care to insure that tight connections are made without excess material,
<br />well secured to supports.
<br />1.7.3.4 Install piping with runs straight, accurately formed radii at bends, and
<br />adequate supports.
<br />1.8. Pressure Test:
<br />1.8.1 Perform testing as required by Factory Mutual and Authorities Having
<br />Jurisdiction. Test results shall be certified by these agencies.
<br />1.8.2 Asa minimum, test all piping and equipment under hydrostatic pressure of 200
<br />pounds per square inch for a 2 hour continuous period.
<br />1.8.3 Correct all defects revealed by test.
<br />1.8.4 Retest as required until system is leak free under test conditions.
<br />2. Products
<br />2.1. Heads
<br />2.1-1 All sprinkler heads shall be UL listed, Factory Mutual approved, and the
<br />product of one manufacturer.
<br />2.1.2 Approved manufacturer's:
<br />Viking
<br />Victualic
<br />Tyco
<br />Reliable
<br />Globe
<br />2.1.3 Sprinkler heads shall be standard response thermosensitive glass bulb style,
<br />standard pressure rated to 175 PSI.
<br />2.1.4 Sprinklers with 1/2" orifices shall have 1/2" NPT connections, 17/32" orifices
<br />shall have 3/4" NPT connections, dry pendant heads shall have 1" NPT
<br />connections.
<br />2.1.5 Areas with suspended ceilings: Use chrome recessed or semi -recessed type
<br />sprinklers rated at 155 degrees F. unless otherwise noted on the plan.
<br />2,1.6 In areas with exposed structure:
<br />2.1.6.1 Sales/Customer Areas: Use brass upright type sprinklers rated at 155
<br />degrees F. Where suspended ceiling occurs use chrome pendant type
<br />sprinklers rated at 155 degrees F. Provide chrome two-piece
<br />escutcheons.
<br />2.1.6.2 Storage, and other areas not used by customers: Use brass upright
<br />type, rated at 286 degrees F.
<br />2.1.7 Cooler/Freezer Areas: Provide 155 degree F dry pendant sprinklers. Seal pipe
<br />penetration and insulate pipe to V-0" above top of cooler/freezer insulation
<br />panel. Minimum barrel length shall be 18".
<br />2.1.7.1 Approved Manufacturer: Viking
<br />2.2. Provide spare sprinkler heads and wrenches. Provide number of cabinets, spare
<br />sprinkler heads in locations required by NFPA 13 and Factory Mutual. Minimum
<br />cabinet size shall be for 12 heads.
<br />2.3. Dry Systems: Where required by local authorities, the system shall be controlled by a
<br />separate wall or post indicator valve and dry pipe valve. Valves are to be equipped
<br />with an air compressor, low air trouble alarm, and supervisory switches. Control
<br />valves for either shall be located 4'-6" above finished floor.
<br />2.3.1 Air compressors for dry systems will be direct drive, 208 volt, 3 phase, electric
<br />motor driven, air cooled, with thermal overload protection. Units shall be fully
<br />automatic, with a UL listed pressure switch, check valve and safety valve, oil -
<br />less piston compressor, and permanently lubricated bearings. Include air filters
<br />and riser mounting kits.
<br />2.3.1.1 Approved manufacturer: General Air Products.
<br />2.4. Back Flow Devices: Provide a Factory Mutual approved back flow device where
<br />required by local codes. At stores located north of Florida Route 60, set assembly in
<br />insulated below -ground concrete vault.
<br />2.5. Inspector's test connection shall be piped to floor level on the inside of the building,
<br />then stubbed through the wall and piped to grade. Conform to requirements of NFPA
<br />13 and Factory Mutual.
<br />2.6. Riser assembly shall include alarm valve with DPDT water flow switch, water motor
<br />alarm, electrically supervised gate valve, main drain and pressure gauges. Water flow
<br />switch and tamper switch. Riser assembly shall be located in rear of store. All risers
<br />shall be interior risers. System control valve shall be a wall or post indicator type.
<br />2.7. Provide pipe sleeves for all pipes passing through concrete floors and for all pipes
<br />passing through concrete and masonry walls.
<br />2.8. Provide escutcheons for all exposed pipes passing through floors and walls.
<br />Escutcheons shall be chrome plated steel or stainless steel, two-piece hinged, fastened
<br />with set screw, size to suit. Where subject to corrosion (outside) use stainless steel
<br />only.
<br />2.9. Tamper Switches: Provide Systems Sensor Supervisory switch OSY2 for outside
<br />screw and yoke gate valves, or PIBV2 for post indicator gate valves, to be wired by
<br />others.
<br />2.10. All fittings shall be Factory Mutual approved and stamped and shall conform to the
<br />requirements of NFPA. # 13 and the Factory Mutual Approval Guide, except that no
<br />"slip" type fittings are to be used.
<br />2.11. Piping:
<br />2.11.1 Piping shall conform to the requirements of NFPA. #13 and the Factory Mutual
<br />Approval Guide. Piping may be grooved, threaded and/or welded if all
<br />components and methods are Factory Mutual approved.
<br />2.11.2 Underground Service Piping:
<br />2.11.2.1 Pipe: AWWA C900, PVC, AWWA C151, Ductile Iron Pipe
<br />2.11.2.2 Fittings and Joints: AWWA C110 & C115, Ductile Iron Pipe ANSI
<br />B 16.1 Cast Iron Pipe, for sizes 3"-48".
<br />2.11.3 Above ground Service Piping:
<br />2.11.3.1 Sprinkler Piping: ASTM-A795 and ASTM A35 for black and hot
<br />dipped, zinc coated (galvanized) welded and seamless steel pipe.
<br />ASTM A135 for electric resistance welded steel pipe.
<br />2.11.3.1.1 Exterior Wet/Dry Sprinkler Piping: Gavlanized steel.
<br />2.11.3.1.2 Interior Wet Sprinkler Piping: Black steel.
<br />2.11.3.1.3 Interior Dry Sprinkler Piping: Galvanized steel.
<br />2.11.3.2 Pipe sizes 1%2" shall be Schedule 40.
<br />2.11.3.3 Pipe sizes 2 1/2" - 6" shall be Schedule 10.
<br />2.11.4 Fire Department Connection Piping:
<br />2.11.4.1 Interior: Same as Interior Sprinkler Piping above.
<br />2.11.4.2 Exterior: Same as Exterior Service Piping above. Where stubbed -up
<br />for connections above grade, use standard weight galvanized steel
<br />pipe with galvanized malleable iron screw fittings.
<br />2.11.5 Drain Piping: Schedule 40 galvanized steel screwed pipe with cast iron
<br />drainage pattern screw fittings.
<br />2.12. Valves:
<br />2.12.1 Drain valves, test valves, and control valves shall be fitted with FM approved
<br />enamelled signs indicating their use.
<br />2.12.2 Gate Valves
<br />2.12.2.1 Non Rising Stem: 4" - 12", iron body, 1751b. service rating, flanged
<br />connections. UL listed, Factory Mutual approved. Bolted bonnet
<br />indicator, bolt patter, solid bronze or resilient wedge.
<br />Nibco F609
<br />2.12.2.2 Outside Screw and Yoke: 4" - 12" iron body 2001b. service rating,
<br />flanged connections. UL listed, Factory Mutual approved. Epoxy
<br />coated interior/exterior. Pregrooved stem for supervisory switch,
<br />resilient wedge.
<br />. Nibco F607RW
<br />2.12.2.3 Other approved manufacturer's:
<br />Mueller
<br />Kennedy
<br />Stockham
<br />2.12.3 Alarm Check Valves: 3" - 8" iron body, 1751b. service rating, flanged or
<br />grooved connection. UL listed, Factory Mutual approved. Vertical mounted
<br />with complete trim for variable pressure. Bolted hand hole cover. EPDM
<br />rubber clapper seal.
<br />2.12.3.1 Wet Alarm Check Valves:
<br />Central Model F or G
<br />Viking Model J-1
<br />Reliable Model E
<br />2.12.3.2 Retard Chambers:
<br />Central Model F
<br />Viking C-1
<br />Reliable Model E-1
<br />2.12.3.3 Dry Alarm Check Valves:
<br />Central Model C
<br />Viking F-1
<br />Victualic Series 756 Firelock
<br />2.12.3.4 Accelerators and Exhausters:
<br />Central Model A
<br />Viking Model E-1
<br />Victualic Series 746
<br />2.12.4 Double Check Detector Assembly: Iron body, 175 lb. service rating. UL listed
<br />Factory Mutual approved. Epoxy coated interior/exterior. Ductile iron or
<br />stainless steel clapper, EPDM rubber seal. Resilient wedge outside screw and
<br />yoke gate valves.
<br />FEBCO 856, Watts 77ODCDA - OSY - RW, or equal as approved by
<br />Publix Engineer.
<br />2.12.5 Indicator Posts: Iron body. UL listed, factory Mutual approved for use with
<br />non -rising stem gate valves:
<br />NIBCO NIPIAJ upright post or NIP2AJ wall post
<br />Grinnell
<br />Kennedy
<br />Mueller
<br />Stockham
<br />2.12.6 Drain Valves: Angle or globe type as required.
<br />Jenkins 108-A angle or 106A globe or equal as approved by Publix
<br />Engineer.
<br />2.12.7 Check Valves: Factory Mutual approved swing check valves installed
<br />horizontally, iron body, bronze mounted, 175 pound service rating.
<br />2.13. Riser and Fire Department Connection
<br />2.13.1 Riser: Provide riser where indicated on the drawings. Riser shall have alarm
<br />valve, complete with valve trimmings, gauges, and all required accessory
<br />equipment. Provide approved electric flow switch where indicated on the
<br />drawings.
<br />2.13.2 Inspector's Test Connection: 1" inspectors test valve, drain valve and pipe
<br />extending to drain indicated on drawings. System shall also be connected into
<br />the central fire alarm system.
<br />2.13.3 Fire Department Connections: Factory Mutual approved flush type Fire
<br />Department connections 4" F.I.P.T. outlet and two 2-1/2" NSHT inlets with
<br />lettered nameplate. All exposed parts shall be rough brass and polished trim;
<br />plate shall be lettered "Automatic Sprinkler", "Fire Department Connections".
<br />2.14. Gauges
<br />2.14.1 Pressure gauges shall be installed as required by code, Factory Mutual
<br />approved 4 1/2" dial type, and shall have a maximum limit of not less than
<br />twice the normal working pressure at the point where installed.
<br />2.14.2 Control valves, drain valves, check valves, identification tags and drain piping
<br />shall be approved for fire service and shall conform to the requirements set
<br />forth in NFPA. # 13.
<br />3. Execution
<br />3.1. General
<br />3.1.1 Architectural and Structural Drawings shall be used for building construction,
<br />dimensions and specific locations.
<br />3.1.2 Perform all cutting and fitting required for work of this Section in rough
<br />construction of the building, and in areas of existing buildings and structures as
<br />required by alterations and connections to existing.
<br />3.1.3 All patching of finished construction ofnew and existing buildings shall be by
<br />the General Contractor under the Sections of Specifications covering those
<br />materials.
<br />3.1 A Subcontractor shall perform all excavation and backfiU required for services,
<br />inside and outside the building. Cutting of curbs, walks, concrete and paving
<br />required by the excavation shall be done by Subcontractor. Any rock shall be
<br />excavated 3 inches below the laying depth, and the trench shall be backfilled
<br />with sand 3 inches deep. Over excavation shall be added in 12 inch layers and
<br />mechanically compacted. Flooding or puddling not permitted. All piping which
<br />will be under walks, planters, arcades, parking lots, concrete or asphalt shall be
<br />mechanically compacted in 12 inch layers. Pipe under driveways shall have a
<br />minimum cover of 3 ft.
<br />3.1.5 Verify all field dimensions and locations of equipment and fixtures within the
<br />layout as established by the General Contractor to insure close, neat fit, with
<br />other trades work. -
<br />3.1.6 No underground piping shall be covered until inspected by Publix'
<br />Representative and Authority Having Jurisdiction.
<br />3.1.7 Where the work is dependent upon work of other trades or work already in
<br />place for its proper installation, examine such other work and see that is in the
<br />proper condition and state of completion before continuing the installation.
<br />3.1.8 Include the services of an experienced Superintendent, who shall be constantly
<br />in charge of the work, together with qualified journeymen required to properly
<br />unload, install, connect, adjust, start and operate and test the work involved,
<br />including equipment and materials furnished by others and by Owner. All work
<br />shall be executed in a first class workmanlike manner. Workmanship that, in
<br />the opinion of Publix, is substandard or shoddy, shall be removed and replaced
<br />with acceptable work at no cost to Publix.
<br />3.1.9 Follow Drawings in laying out work and check Drawings of other trades to
<br />verify spaces in which work will be installed. Coordinate work with other
<br />trades. Maintain maximum headroom and space conditions at all points. Where
<br />headroom or space conditions appear inadequate, notify Architect before
<br />proceeding with installation.
<br />3.2. Area of horizontal runs by trades: See Section O1 1100 Summary of Work.
<br />3.3. Conceal all piping above suspended ceiling where practical.
<br />3.4. If directed by Architect, the Subcontractor shall, without extra charge, make
<br />reasonable modifications in the layout as needed to prevent conflict with work of
<br />other trades or for proper execution of the work.
<br />3.5. Provide qualified installers. Install materials, apparatus and equipment in neat,
<br />workmanlike manner.
<br />3.6. Cooperate with the work of other trades to prevent conflict or interference and to aid
<br />rapid completion of the overall project.
<br />3.7. Protect materials, apparatus and equipment from damage, moisture, dirt, debris and
<br />work of other trades. Do not install damaged materials and equipment; remove them
<br />from the site.
<br />3.8. Install drops for sprinkler heads in areas with finished ceiling. Sprinkler heads in tile
<br />ceilings shall be located within 1 1 /2" of the center of tile. Coordinate the exact
<br />location of the ceiling grid with the ceiling contractor.
<br />3.9. Examine all work of others. If any conditions exist which will prevent satisfactory
<br />installation of materials or equipment the Architect shall be notified in writing.
<br />Starting of work without notification indicates acceptance, and any or all changes
<br />required will be at Contractor's expense.
<br />3.10. Keep the job site free from accumulations ofwaste materials and rubbish. Leave the
<br />job site and work in clean, orderly and acceptable condition. Clean all materials and
<br />equipment of dirt, dust, paint, spots and stains, soil marks and other foreign matter.
<br />3.11. The inside sprinkler piping shall be installed in such a manner that there will be no
<br />leakage.
<br />3.12. There shall be no on site welding of sprinkler piping.
<br />3.13. Install, test and flush the fire protection underground from the "Point of Service" to
<br />the building in accordance with NFPA. 24.
<br />3.14. Requirements for Final Acceptance and Payment:
<br />3.14.1 The entire system shall be tested under hydrostatic pressure. This pressure shall
<br />be 50 psi greater than pressure in the main, but in no case less than 200 psi.
<br />The test pressure shall be maintained for two (2) hours. Properly executed test
<br />certificate shall be sent to Factory Mutual Engineering Association and Publix'
<br />Representative upon Completion.
<br />3.14.2 Furnish Publix' Representative with a complete set of all manufacturer's
<br />warranties and instructions, and with two sets of as -built drawings.
<br />3.14.3 Obtain Final Inspection and test required by the authorities having jurisdiction
<br />for their acceptance of the system; provide adequate advance notice to Publix'
<br />representative of such inspection and test; furnish Publix' Representative with
<br />evidence of acceptance of the system by the local authority having jurisdiction.
<br />3.14.4 Contractor's Material and Test Certificates for Underground Piping/
<br />Aboveground Piping shall be completed on the appropriate NFPA 13 form and
<br />submitted to the Owner, Factory Mutual, and the authority having jurisdiction.
<br />3.14.5 The system, upon completion and testing, shall be inspected and accepted by
<br />Factory Mutual Engineering Association,
<br />3.15. Guarantee
<br />3.15.1 All equipment shall be tested, adjusted and placed in proper operating
<br />condition by the subcontractor. Both the Contractor and the Engineer shall
<br />advise the Architect in writing that the systems are installed according to the
<br />Specifications and Drawings and are operating satisfactorily. The Owner shall
<br />receive written warranty covering all defects in workmanship and material for
<br />a period of one (1) year from the date of Final Acceptance.
<br />3.15.2 All defects within this period shall be repaired without cost to the Owner. This
<br />shall include adjustments, and all regular and preventative maintenance.
<br />3.15.3 The Owner reserves the right to make emergency repairs as required to keep
<br />equipment in operation without voiding the Contractor's warranty.
<br />3.16. Final Inspection .
<br />3.16.1 All of the following items shall be completed prior to final inspections. No
<br />exceptions will be made and no final payment will be made until all items are
<br />completed. -
<br />3.17. Cleaning Equipment and Premises:
<br />3.17.1 Thoroughly clean all exposed parts of the apparatus and equipment. Exposed
<br />parts which are to be painted shall be thoroughly cleaned of cement, plaster,
<br />and other material and all oil and grease spots shall be removed. Repaint or
<br />touch up as required to make look like new. Such surfaces shall be carefully
<br />wiped and all cracks and comers scraped out.
<br />3.17.2 Exposed metal work shall be carefully brushed down with steel brushes to
<br />remove rust and other spots and touched up with primer.
<br />3.18. Identification, Operating Instructions and Service Manual:
<br />3.18.1 Provide a permanent non -corrosive metallic placard indicating hydraulic design
<br />and demand information, securely affixed to riser, one required each riser.
<br />3.18.2 Manual:
<br />3.18.2.1 Provide two (2) neatly bound copies of maintenance and instructions
<br />book, parts lists pertaining to all equipment furnished. Submit to the
<br />Architect for approval.
<br />3.18.2.2 Each section shall be indexed and include parts lists, instruction
<br />books, suppliers' phone numbers and addresses, and individual
<br />equipment guarantees all in separate sections.
<br />End of Section 21 00 00
<br />Section 22 40 00
<br />Plumbing
<br />1. General
<br />1.1. Summary
<br />1.1.1 Provide all materials and equipment and perform all labor required to install
<br />plumbing complete as indicated, as required by code, and as specified herein.
<br />All sizes, etc. are Publix minimum and if local code requirements are higher,
<br />the work shall be bid and installed accordingly.
<br />1.1.1.1 Obtain and pay for all permits, bonds, inspection.
<br />1.1.1.2 Provide 2-1/2" water service line, with water meter and 2-1/2"
<br />backflow preventer.
<br />1.1.1.3 Provide hot and cold water mains and distribution piping, all overhead
<br />and concealed except main water supply into building and where
<br />indicated on the Drawings. No PVC pipe allowed above floor slab,
<br />(except plumbing waste piping, unless not code approved).
<br />1.1.1.4 Provide a system of soil and waste drains, vents, and connections to
<br />all sewer, and water mains and all fixtures.
<br />1.1.1.5 Plumbing Fixtures: Provide and adjust, except as herein specified.
<br />1.1.1.E Provide Grease Interceptors as specified and as required by local
<br />codes.
<br />1.1.1.7 Provide all piping hanging and hangers.
<br />1.1.1.8 Provide gas piping and all indirect drains required for equipment
<br />furnished in other sections, and by Owner, except provide indicated
<br />drains (floor drains, hub drains, floor sinks, etc.) for refrigerated cases,
<br />walk-in coolers, and freezers.
<br />1.1.1.9 Provide rough -in plumbing for fixtures indicated as furnished by
<br />Publix or others, and make required connections. Include uncrating
<br />equipment, moving into place, and installing complete.
<br />1.1.1. I0 Coordinate plumbing work with all other trades including
<br />Refrigeration Contractor's work.
<br />1.1.1. I 1 Provide all other materials and services required for a complete
<br />working installation described in Contract Documents.
<br />1.1.2 All apparatus shall be installed at exact height and locations as shown on the
<br />Architectural Drawings, or if not shown, at heights and locations determined
<br />by applicable codes and laws.
<br />1.1.3 Perform all excavation and backfill required for services, and for all plumbing
<br />and work inside and outside the building. Cutting of curbs, walks, concrete and
<br />paving required for excavation shall be done by appropriate trade.
<br />1.1.4 All store cases, coolers, and freezers will be furnished and set in place by
<br />Publix. The Refrigeration Contractor shall make all condensate waste
<br />connections required to Plumbing Contractors stub ups. Check equipment
<br />drawings against Drawings in order to verify exact locations. Provide gas
<br />piping as indicated.
<br />1.2. Definitions: Explanation and Precedence of Documents:
<br />1.2.1 For purposes of clarity and legibility, Plumbing Drawings are essentially
<br />diagrammatic and, although size and location of equipment are drawn to scale
<br />wherever possible, Contractor shall make use of all Contract Documents.
<br />1.2.2 The Drawings indicate size, connection points and routes of pipe. It is not
<br />intended, however, that all offsets, rises and drops are shown. Install piping as
<br />required to fit structure, avoid obstructions, and retain clearance, headroom,
<br />openings and passageways.
<br />1.2.3 Carefully examine all existing conditions, existing piping and premises and
<br />compare the Drawings with the existing conditions. Submittal of bid indicates
<br />that the Contractor has examined the site and Drawings and has included all
<br />required work in his bid. No allowances will be made for any error resulting
<br />from Contractor's failure to visit Job Sites and to review Drawings.
<br />1.2.4 Conflicts, discrepancies, interferences and omissions in documents shall be
<br />brought to the attention of the Architect for clarification prior to
<br />commencement of work.
<br />1.3. Submittals:
<br />1.3.1 Submit LOI in accordance with Section 0133 00 Submittal Procedures.
<br />1.3.2 Within 30 days of Contract Commencement (Authorization to Proceed), submit
<br />for Publix' Architect's approval:
<br />Fixtures and trim with cuts including rough -in dimensions.
<br />Equipment (water heaters, expansion tanks, other items)
<br />Drains and cleanouts (floor and wall)
<br />Valves, stops, hose bibbs
<br />Miscellaneous
<br />Roof flashing
<br />Piping, piping diagrams
<br />Other items required to complete the Work
<br />1.3.3 Submit six identical bound copies of all items. Arrange categories in order
<br />listed above.
<br />1.3.4 All cuts for the above shall have rough -in dimensions, connection sizes, and
<br />any special installation requirements. In addition, furnish motor horsepower
<br />voltage and phase for all equipment.
<br />1.3.5 Project Record Drawings: Comply with Section 01 78 39.
<br />1.3.6 Do not order materials or proceed with work untill all submittals have been
<br />reviewed, and approved.
<br />1.3.7 Confirm electrical and other requirements with other contractors.
<br />1.4. Quality:
<br />1.4.1 Subcontractor:
<br />1.4.1.1 The Plumbing Subcontractor shall be a reputable firm regularly
<br />engaged in this type of work, employing skilled workmen, and with
<br />proper equipment.
<br />1.4.1.2 Upon request Subcontractor shall show evidence of at least two
<br />similar jobs, of comparable size and character, installed and operating
<br />within the previous two years prior to bid opening.
<br />1.4.1.3 Publix reserves the right to refuse any Subcontractor with or without
<br />disclosing cause.
<br />1.4.2 Personnel:
<br />1.4.2.1 Employ an experienced Superintendent to oversee all operation.
<br />1.4.2.2 Work shall not proceed without adequate supervision present at all
<br />times.
<br />1.4.2.3 Work shall be accomplished by workers certified in their trade as
<br />masters, journeymen, and apprentices in accordance with regulations
<br />of the governing authority or customary practice. Utilize workers with
<br />skills in proportion to complexity of tasks required.
<br />1.4.2.4 Publix reserves the right to refuse assignment of workers to Publix
<br />work with or without disclosing cause.
<br />1.4.3 Quality Standards
<br />1.4.3.1 Work shall be accomplished to ensure leak -proof installation.
<br />1.4.3.2 Work will be judged by Publix in comparison to work of similar
<br />types. Substandard construction as judged by Publix Representative
<br />will not be accepted.
<br />1.4.3.3 Neatness counts: Make all joints, connections, unions, etc. with proper
<br />care to insure that tight connections are made without excess material,
<br />well secured to supports.
<br />1.4.3.4 Install piping with runs straight, accurately formed radiuses at bends,
<br />and adequate supports.
<br />1.4.4 Regulations: Comply with applicable provisions of the following codes (latest
<br />version adopted by governing agencies):
<br />State Sanitary Code
<br />Local Building Code
<br />ASME Code for Unfired Pressure Vessels
<br />International Plumbing Code
<br />Florida State Plumbing Code
<br />OSHA - for construction
<br />Other applicable laws and regulations.
<br />1.4.5 Coordination: Work shall be accomplished along with the work of other trades.
<br />Cooperate with others to benefit the job as a whole.
<br />1.4.6 Participate in the Pre -Construction Conference.
<br />1.5. Sequencing:
<br />1.5.1 Notify General Contractor, or any others, of all required chases, sleeves and
<br />openings required so that the work can be accomplished without delay. Provide
<br />necessary sleeves, etc., to be installed. Otherwise, Plumber shall pay for
<br />appropriate trades to perform cutting and patching.
<br />1.5.2 Joists, girders, beams, columns or reinforcing steel shall not be cut.
<br />1.5.3 Where construction necessitates the routing of piping through structural
<br />members, framing or under footings, permission to make such installation shall
<br />first be obtained from the Publix Field Representative
<br />1.6. Temporary Operation: -
<br />1.6.1 The Owner may require operation of parts or all of the installation prior to
<br />Final Acceptance.
<br />1.6.2 Cost of utilities for such operation shall be paid by the Contractor. This
<br />operation does not constitute acceptance of the Contractor's work.
<br />1.6.3 All gas and water used for construction shall be paid for by the General
<br />Contractor. Furnish and install all temporary water piping required for
<br />construction purposes and remove piping when use is no longer required.
<br />Restore site and piping to original conditions.
<br />1.7. The Owner reserves the right to make emergency repairs as required to keep
<br />equipment in operation without voiding the Contractor's guarantee nor relieving the
<br />Contractor of his responsibilities during the guarantee period.
<br />1.8. Operating Instructions and Service Manual: ,
<br />1.8.1 Provide two (2) neatly bound copies of maintenance and instructions book,
<br />parts lists pertaining to all equipment furnished.
<br />1.8.2 Each section shall be indexed and include parts lists, instruction books,
<br />suppliers' phone numbers and addresses, and individual equipment guarantees
<br />all in separate sections.
<br />1.8.3 Representatives of the Owner shall be instructed by the Contractor as to
<br />complete care and operation of the plumbing system. Inform the Architect in
<br />writing as to the persons who received the instructions and the date that this
<br />was done.
<br />2. Products:
<br />2.1. Materials:
<br />2.1.1 All materials shall be new, full weight, of the best quality with the same brand
<br />or manufacturer used for each class of materials or equipment. All similar
<br />materials such as valves, pumps, boilers, fixtures, shall be of the same type and
<br />manufacturer unless otherwise designated.
<br />2.1.2 All plumbing fixtures shall be "first quality" as defined and set forth in
<br />Commercial Standard CS 20-36 As Promulgated By The U.S. Department of
<br />Commerce.
<br />2.2. Fixtures
<br />2.2.1 Provide cast iron fixtures with acid resisting white enamel where possible.
<br />Otherwise provide vitreous china fixtures (unless otherwise noted).
<br />2.2.2 American Standard product designations have been used for consistency.
<br />Equivalent fixtures by Crane, Kohler, Toto, or Eljer may be accepted.
<br />2.3. Equipment
<br />2.3.1 Grease Interceptor: Rectangular, pre -cast concrete, all in accordance with state
<br />and local codes. Two cast iron traffic tops with traffic cast iron cleanouts are
<br />required. Tanks shall be designed for an H-20 traffic load.
<br />2.3.2 Drains, Cleanouts: As scheduled. Approved manufacturers:
<br />Smith
<br />Zurn
<br />2.4. Pipe and Fittings:
<br />2.4.1 Hot and cold water piping: ASTM B88 type "L" seamless copper tubing. Main
<br />service type "K" with red lion seal cote coating, or approved equal.
<br />2.4.1.1 Fittings: Wrought copper solder fittings, solder with silvaloy,
<br />streamline 122, phos-copper or approved equal no -lead solder.
<br />2.4.1.2 Alternate: Copper press fittings shall conform to the material and
<br />sizinge requirements of ASME B16.18 or ASME B16.22. O-rings for
<br />copper press fittings shall be EPDM. Approved Manufactueres:
<br />Viega
<br />Rigid Tool Co.
<br />2.4.2 Gas Piping: Shall be schedule 40-A-120 black steel pipe with black banded
<br />malleable iron fittings, pipe shall be welded. Grounding by Electrical
<br />Contractor.
<br />2.4.2.1 Indoors: ASTM A53 steel pipe, schedule 40, black forged steel weld
<br />fittings.
<br />2.4.2.2 Outdoors: ASTM A53 steel pipe, schedule 40, mill galvanized,
<br />fittings as require&
<br />2.4.3 Plastic Gas Piping: Used underground only. Shall conform to the
<br />requirements of ASTM D2513 for medium -density polyethylene pipe and
<br />tubing. Fittings shall comply with the requirements of ASTM D2683 for
<br />socket type, ASTM D3261 for butt fusion and ASTM F1055 for electrofusion.
<br />Pipe shall be yellow and marked in accordance with ASTM D2513.
<br />2.4.4 Soil, Waste, Vent Pipe:
<br />2.4.4.1 PVC DWV pipe (where allowed by codes): Unplasticized, ASTM
<br />D2665, Type I, Grade 1, solvent cement joints, DWV fittings.
<br />schedule 40 unless indicated otherwise on the Drawings, all elbows
<br />shall be long sweep type.
<br />2.4.4.2 ABS DWV pipe (where allowed by codes): Unplasticized, ASTM
<br />D2661, Type I, Grade 1, solvent cement joints, DWV fittings.
<br />schedule 40 unless indicated otherwise on the Drawings, all elbows
<br />shall be long sweep type. Use only where indicated on the drawings.
<br />2.4.4.3 Cast Iron Pipe: Coated service weight cast iron soil pipe using coated
<br />service weight cast iron fittings.
<br />2.4.4.4 Vent Piping Option: All vent piping above grade may be copper
<br />DW V, with copper drainage fittings, solder as for hot and cold water.
<br />2.4.5 Provide field fabricated DWV copper or cast brass traps with an integral clean
<br />out at bottom of traps for stainless steel utility sinks, except those which
<br />discharge to a floor sink.
<br />2.5. Valves, Stops, Specialties
<br />2.5.1 Materials: Valves 2 inch and smaller shall be bronze, screwed ends. Valves 2-
<br />1/2 inch and larger shall be iron body bronze mounted 125 lb. ASA flanged,
<br />faced and drilled. Bronze castings shall be material meeting ASTM A-126
<br />specification. Furnish union adjacent to all screwed central valves and at all
<br />connections to equipment.
<br />2.5.2 Hot and cold water and other fluids operating below 200 psig: Valves rated 125
<br />lb. steam, 200 lb. cold water or oil.
<br />2.5.3 Gate Valves:
<br />2.5.3.1 2 inches and smaller:
<br />Milwaukee 105
<br />Jenkins 992
<br />Stockham B-103
<br />Crane 438
<br />Nibco T-113
<br />2.5.3.2 2-1/2 inches and larger:
<br />Milwaukee F2882
<br />Jenkins 326C
<br />Stockham G-612
<br />Crane 461
<br />Nibco F-619
<br />2.5.4 Mixing Valves: Combination thermostatic and prP-��re balanced, with liquid
<br />filled motor. Bronze body with stainless steel piston, integral checks and stops.
<br />Symmon
<br />Lawler
<br />Bradley
<br />2.5.5 Swing Check Valves: Use only on non pulsating service lines. Where
<br />compression or pulsation affects line flow, lift checks or piston type checks
<br />shall be used.
<br />2.5.5.1 Swing Check Valves 2 inches and smaller:
<br />Milwaukee 509T
<br />Stockham B-319
<br />Crane 37
<br />Nibco T-413Y
<br />2.5.5.2 Swing Check Valves 2-1/2 inches and larger:
<br />Milwaukee F2974
<br />Stockham G931
<br />Crane 373
<br />Nibco F-918B
<br />2.5.6 Ball Valves shall be as follows, sized as required:
<br />Hammond 8604
<br />Milwaukee BA-300
<br />Nibco T-590Y
<br />2.5.7 Gas Valves: ANSI Z21.15, Nibco T-580-70-UL 1-1/4" - 3", Nibco T-585-70-
<br />UL 1" , or comparable by other manufacturer listed above.
<br />2.5.8 Mechanical Gas Valve with Remote Pull: ASCO Automatic Switch Co., Model
<br />as indicated on Drawings.
<br />2.5.9 Interior Hose Bibbs and Stops
<br />2.5.9.1 Stops:
<br />Eastman Type SM12, Brasscraft, McGuire, all brass construction
<br />2.5.9.2 Interior Hose Bibbs:
<br />Chicago #397 Brass 3/4" R.C.P W/Watts No. 8BC Vacuum Breaker,
<br />or T&S Brass B-0737-POL.
<br />2.5.10 Exterior Hose Bibbs and Hydrants:
<br />2.5.10.1 Description: All shall have integral vacuum breakers and an integral
<br />stop valve. If an integral stop valve is not available, provide an in -line
<br />gate valve.
<br />2.5.10.2 Approved Manufacturers:
<br />Acorn
<br />J.R. Smith
<br />Zum.
<br />2.5,11 Flush Valves:
<br />2.5.11. I Description: Cast brass or bronze body with corrosion -resistant
<br />internal components; non -hold open, control stop with check valve;
<br />vacuum breaker and copper or brass tubing; polished, chrome -plated
<br />finish on exterior parts; vandal -resistant stop cap; ADA compliant
<br />handle.
<br />2.5.11.2 Manufacturers:
<br />Toto
<br />Sloan - Royal
<br />Zum - Z6000AV
<br />2.5.12 Faucets:
<br />2.5.12.1 Description: Cast brass body with corrosion -resistant internal
<br />components; polished, chrome -plated finish.
<br />2.5.12.2 Manufacturers:
<br />Chicago Faucet
<br />T & S Brass
<br />2.5.13 Hand Sinks:
<br />2.5.13.1 Description: Wall hanging; 18 gauge, 304 stainless steel, polished
<br />finish, basin with radius comers; back for faucet; integral side support
<br />panels, approximate size - 17"xl6"x5" with 2-3/16" drain outlet.
<br />2.5.13.2 Manufacturers:
<br />Eikay
<br />Just
<br />Amtekco
<br />2.6. Miscellaneous:
<br />2.6.1 Faucet (Janitor Room). Sink faucet with top brace, 9" - 10" rigid spout with
<br />bucket hook vacuum breaker and integral stops; at 36" above floor.
<br />T&S Brass
<br />Chicago Faucet
<br />2.6.2 Vacuum Breakers: Shall be installed on all fixtures where required
<br />2.6.3 Unions: Malleable iron ground joint equivalent and similar to Crane 519, up to
<br />and including 2 inch. Over 2 inch shall be cast iron flanged with a Garlock
<br />7022 Gasket.
<br />2.6.4 Reducing and Regulation: Water, air, gas; Watts or approved equal, model as
<br />indicated on the Drawings.
<br />2.6.5 A shut off valve shall be placed near the building on the water main. It shall be
<br />placed in a box or file pipe and have a removable plate cover of cast iron, equal
<br />to Mckinley Iron Works, Fort Worth, Texas; Type MB14, for 80009loading.
<br />2.7. Pipe Insulation
<br />2.7.1 Rigid fiberglass pipe insulation:
<br />2.7.1.1 Heavy density molded insulation from inorganic glass fibers bonded
<br />with a thermosetting resin; jacketed with a reinforced, wrinkle -
<br />resistant, all -service vapor retarder facing and a factory -applied
<br />longitudinal double -pressure adhesive closure system. Use factory
<br />butt strips to complete joints. Thermal conductivity [`K' Factor
<br />(BTU-inch/ftz-hr-°F) at 75°F mean] shall be 0.23 r� i-m.
<br />2.7.1.2 Manufacturers:
<br />. Owens-Corning
<br />Johns Manville
<br />CertainTeed
<br />2.7.2 Flexible pulyethylene/polyolefin pipe insulation:
<br />2.7.2.1 Unicellular polyethylene thermal plastic, preformed pipe insulation;
<br />white color, 25/50 rated, pre -slit with factory -applied adhesive on both
<br />surfaces. Use factory adhesive for gluing butt joints. Thermal
<br />conductivity [`K' Factor (BTU-inch/ft2-hr-°F) at 75DF mean] shall be
<br />0.23 maximum.
<br />2.7.2.2 Manufacturers:
<br />Armacell
<br />Nomaco K-Flex
<br />2.8. Pipe Hangers and Supports:
<br />2.8.1 Piping shall be firmly held -in place by adjustable, Grinnell #CT-99C split ring
<br />malleable iron hangers, supports and pipe rests, located adjacent fittings, at
<br />each offset or change of direction, at the ends of branches over 5 feet long, at
<br />riser pipes and along piping where necessary to prevent sags, bends, or
<br />vibration.
<br />2.8.2 Pipe straps shall be heavy gauge galvanized iron factory fabricated to fit
<br />against supporting surface when installed. Makeshift devices are not
<br />acceptable. No plumbing tape is allowed Use insulation shields at each pipe
<br />hanger and support.
<br />2.8.3 Stainless steel pipe straps and hangers shall be used for all exposed piping and
<br />underslab piping where structural slabs are provided
<br />2.8.4 The maximum spacing between hangers or supports measured along the piping
<br />shall be as listed below:
<br />Steel Copper PVC
<br />H V H V H V
<br />3/4" and 1/2" 5 ft. 15 ft. 6 ft. 10 ft. 4.0 ft. 10 ft.
<br />1" and 1-114" 7 ft. 15 ft. 6ft. 10 ft. 4.0 ft. 10 ft.
<br />1-1/2", 2" & 2-1/2" 9 ft. 15 ft. 10 ft. 10 ft. 4.0 ft 10 ft.
<br />3" 12ft. 15ft. loft. loft. 4.0ft loft..
<br />4" 12 ft. 15 ft. 10 ft. 10 ft. 4.0 ft. 10 ft.
<br />6" 12 ft. 15 ft. 10 ft. 10 ft. 4.0 ft. 10 ft.
<br />2.9. Roof flashings: All vent and roof drains shall be flashed by Roofing Contractor with
<br />lead flashing furnished by the Plumbing Contractor. Flashing shall turn down 2" into
<br />vent pipes.
<br />2.10. Isolating Couplings: Provide dielectric protection for gas and water main risers inside
<br />building. Isolate connections of copper and steel pipe with cathodic isolating unions.
<br />Acceptable Manufacturers:
<br />EPCO
<br />W & K Dielectric
<br />F.H. Maloney
<br />3. Execution
<br />3.1. Examination:
<br />3.1.1 Verify all field dimensions and locations of equipment and fixtures within the
<br />layout as established by the General Contractor to insure close, neat fit, with
<br />other trades work.
<br />3.1.2 Examine all work of others. Notify Architect in writing if any conditions exist
<br />which will prevent satisfactory installation of materials or equipment. Start of
<br />work without notification indicates acceptance of work in place.
<br />3.2. Excavation:
<br />3.2.1 Perform excavation for trenches under slab and outside building lines as
<br />required for installation. Excavate true to lines and grades shown to achieve
<br />adequate fall on drain lines and as needed for refrigeration drainage.
<br />3.2.2 Bell holes shall be dug to allow soil pipe to lie fully supported.
<br />3.2.3 Rock shall be excavated 3 inches below the laying depth, and the trench shall
<br />be backfilled with sand 3 inches deep.
<br />3.2.4 Over -excavation shall be added in 12 inch lifts (max) and mechanically
<br />compacted. Flooding or puddling not permitted
<br />3.2.5 All piping which will be under walks, planters, arcades, parking lots, concrete
<br />or asphalt shall be mechanically compacted in 12 inch lifts (max).
<br />3.3. Interface with Site Utilities:
<br />3.3.1 Coordinate with other work. Connect to site supplies and storm drain at 5'-O"
<br />demising line.
<br />3.3.2 Provide waste connection to site sewer at 5'-O" demising line. Provide grease -
<br />bearing waste connection to grease trap and from grease trap to waste line
<br />located as shown on the Drawings or otherwise indicated.
<br />3.4. Pipe Installation:
<br />3.4.1 Install horizontal sanitary and drain piping, to a uniform grade of not less than
<br />1/8" per foot, unless otherwise noted.
<br />3.4.2 Openings in pipes, drains, fitting, apparatus and equipment shall be kept
<br />covered or plugged to prevent accumulating obstructions in the piping.
<br />3.4.3 Run piping free of traps, sags, bends or other defects. grade and valve for
<br />complete drainage and control of the system.
<br />3.4.4 All waste, vent and water lines shall be concealed, and all water lines shall be
<br />overhead.
<br />3.4.5 Maintain headroom and keep passageways clean. offset to maintain the
<br />required clearance and conform. with architectural and structural features of
<br />building. Run parallel and straight with adjacent walls or ceilings to present a
<br />uniform appearance. Group long runs together. Run concealed in finished
<br />rooms.
<br />3.4.6 All rough -ins shall be set exactly to measurements furnished by manufacturer.
<br />Batteries of fixtures shall have rough outlets set in straight lines at equal
<br />spacing.
<br />3.4.7 Flush out all lines to insure that they are clear of obstructions prior to the
<br />setting of refrigerated cases. If lines are not clear and a case is set, the
<br />Plumbing Contractor shall be responsible for the removal and re -set cost.
<br />3.4.8 Water piping shall not be embedded in concrete nor concealed within the floor
<br />slab within the building. unless shown on drawings). Isolate copper piping
<br />from concrete with tar paper or felt.
<br />3.4.9 All piping shall be installed to prevent unusual noise from the flow of water
<br />under normal conditions. Install pipe isolators at ring hangers consisting of a
<br />metal sheath with end flanges assuring positive retention in the ring hangers.
<br />Separate cold lines from hot lines by 6".
<br />3.4.10 Provide dirt pockets on low point of vertical gas piping. Install full pipe size
<br />drip pockets at low point in change of grade. .
<br />3.4.11 For refrigeration case drains, stub up a 3" line 1 ". above floor; no hub required.
<br />3.5. Pipe, joints, fittings, and connection -installation
<br />3.5.1 Cast Iron SoilPipe: Pack tight with first quality oakum to within 1 inch of end
<br />hub. Fill remaining space with one pouring of molten lead and caulk tight; or
<br />make-up with neoprene gaskets.
<br />3.5.2 Screwed Piping: Make up with pipe dope, applied only to male thread. Remake
<br />leaky joints with new material without use of thread cement or caulking. Paint
<br />exposed threads of all pipe with asphaltic paint.
<br />3.5.3 Copper Tubing: .
<br />3.5.3.1 Solder with 95-5 (no -lead solder) and a noncorrosive flux. Thoroughly
<br />clean inside and outside surfaces with sandpaper or wire brush before
<br />assembly. Defective joints shall be dismantled, cleaned, and
<br />resoldered. Do not use acid Solder.
<br />3.5.3.2 Press Connections: Copper perss fittings shall be made in accordance
<br />with the manufacturer's installation instructions. The tubing shall be
<br />fully inserted into the fitting and the tubing marked at the shoulder of
<br />the fitting. The fitting alignment shall be checked against the mark on
<br />the tubing to assure that the tubing is fully engaged (inserted) in the
<br />fitting. The joints shall be pressed using the tool approved by the
<br />manufacturer.
<br />3.5.4 Copper, brass pipe and chromed, polished or painted connections from fixtures
<br />shall show no tool marks.
<br />3.5.5 PVC Joints: Clean socket and pipe ends with cleaner recommended by cement
<br />manufacturer. Liberally apply solvent cement to both socket and pipe ends.
<br />Make up joint firmly.
<br />3.5.6 Gas Piping:
<br />3.5.6.1 Black iron schedule 40, welded except at equipment connections.
<br />Certified welding is required.
<br />3.5.6.2 At each piece of equipment, provide shut-off valve, union, dripleg
<br />(mininmum 4 times pipe diamenter, capped) and flexible pipe
<br />connection.
<br />3.5.7 Springing, bending or forcing of pipe will not be allowed. Use fittings for all
<br />offsets or changes in alignment of piping. Center hubs so cast iron will lay
<br />straight without pinched joints.
<br />3.5.8 Street elbows, bushings, and long screw fittings will not he allowed
<br />3.5.9 Cleanly cut pipe and tubing and remove burrs to full diameter of pipe.
<br />Excessive reaming will not be permitted. Remove metal particles from ends of
<br />pipe and clear each section of foreign material before assembling.
<br />3.5.10 Cut pipe threads to full depth of die and screw up tight to fully engage thread in
<br />fitting. Threads to comply with ASA No B 2.1, and be cut with clean sharp
<br />dies.
<br />3.5.11 Cleanouts: Cleanouts shall be placed as shown on Drawings, or max. 50' o.c.,
<br />at bases of stacks, at major changes in direction, and at the ends of all lines that
<br />have 2 or more openings going into that line, or as required by code. Cleanouts
<br />shall be as indicated on Drawings. If PVC. is used include hub adaptor.
<br />3.5.12 Provide shut-off valves in access panels to allow shut down of area of fixtures
<br />where indicated on Drawings,
<br />3.5.13 Provide shock absorbers with isolating gate or ball valves as indicated on the
<br />Drawings. Mount in the vertical position as recommended by the manufacturer.
<br />3.5.14 The inside of all pipes shall be clean, reamed smooth with no burrs, fins or
<br />other obstructions. All drains including trap under utility sinks shall be copper
<br />with soldered joints. No pipe shall be run exposed, unless approved by Publix
<br />Representative.
<br />3.6. Pipe Insulation
<br />3.6.1 Sealed at all joints and seams with adhesive in accordance with insulation
<br />manufacturer's recommendations. Pipe supports shall be on the outside of the
<br />insulation with 6" minimum length saddles of galvanized sheet metal.
<br />3.6.2 Fiberglass seams shall be sealed with factory furnished self sealing lap and butt
<br />joints in accordance with manufacturer's recommendation.
<br />3.6.3 Polyolefin seams shall be sealed with factory -furnished, self -adhering, pressure
<br />sensitive seams. Butt joints shall also be glued with factory -furnished
<br />adhesive.
<br />3.7. Fixture Installation
<br />3.7.1 Stub out to the exact location of the fixtures. All stubs shall be set
<br />symmetrically with fixture.
<br />3.7.2 Install fixtures and trim supplied by Publix or others. Connect to plumbing as
<br />required. Finish out and trim fixtures as needed for complete installation.
<br />3.7.3 Caulking: All plumbing fixtures shall be bedded and caulked along joint at
<br />walls, and other intersecting surfaces with butyl caulking compound, counter
<br />tops and brass shall be caulked with "plumbers putty".
<br />3.7.4 Backing shall be of 2 x 6 pressure treated wood flush with stud face and
<br />extending to next stud beyond fixture on each side. Secure as required
<br />3.8. Inspection:
<br />3.8.1 The Work shall be installed under the inspection and with the approval of
<br />Publix' Authorized Representative.
<br />3.8.2 Notify the Publix' Representative two days in advance of baclffilling,
<br />enclosing, or covering all plumbing lines so that he may inspect installation.
<br />3.8.3 Do not cover or enclose plumbing until inspection is made and installation is
<br />acceptable. Correct deficiencies in installation as directed by Publix'
<br />Representative.
<br />3.9. Tests and Adjustments
<br />3.9.1 All soil, waste, and vent piping shall be filled with water to the highest point in
<br />each system with all air removed The lines shall be flushed by removing the
<br />test plug. Piping may be tested in sections providing that all portions to be
<br />concealed shall be subjected to not less than a 10 ft. head for 24 hours with no
<br />leaks. Standpipe installed for head test shall be 2 in. minimum diameter.
<br />3.9.2 Sewer piping shall be filled with water to it's highest point.
<br />3.9.3 Water piping shall be flushed out, tested at 100 psi and shall be left under
<br />pressure of supply main for the balance of the construction period.
<br />3.9A Plumbing fixtures shall be filled with water and checked for leaks or retarded
<br />flow.
<br />3.9.5 All flush valves, loose key stops, valves and similar equipment shall be
<br />adjusted and balanced to provide for the proper operation of the various
<br />systems.
<br />3.9.6 Each piece of plumbing equipment and the entire plumbing system shall be
<br />adjusted and readjusted as required to insure proper functioning and shall be
<br />left in first class operating condition.
<br />3.9.7 Gas piping, shall be tested at 15 psi air pressure for 24 hours, in excess of the
<br />requirements of NFPA 54.
<br />3.10. Disinfection:
<br />3.10.1 Purge system of all deleterious material before proceeding with disinfection.
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<br />S U P E R M A R K E T S
<br />CORPORATE OFFICES
<br />FACILITIES DESIGN
<br />BOX A07, LAKELAND, FL 33802
<br />(863) 680-5295
<br />PHYSICAL ADDRESS:
<br />3300 AIRPORT RD., LAKELAND, FL 33811
<br />PUBLIX FACILITIES
<br />DESIGN DEPARTMENT
<br />DAVID TAULBEE, AIA
<br />ARCHITECT - FL. REG. 91318
<br />DAVID RUBIN, AIA
<br />ARCHITECT -FL. REG.92557
<br />GA. REG.] 1881
<br />SC. REG.7477
<br />AL. REG. 623A
<br />JOHN W. KITCHENS, PE
<br />CIVIL/STRUCTURAL- FL. REG. 45277
<br />GA. REG,020251
<br />SC. REG.16340
<br />AL. REG. 20382
<br />TN. REG. 101507
<br />PAUL C. HARMAN, PE
<br />STRUCTURAL- FL. REG. 51959
<br />GA. REG.2774Q
<br />SC. REG. 21754
<br />AL. REG.24905
<br />TN. REG.107882
<br />JOHN J. CARAMALIS, PE
<br />MECHANICAL- FL. REG.43889
<br />GA. REG. 021246
<br />SC. REG.16521
<br />AL REG.20581
<br />TN.REG.108507
<br />ANTHONY CLEMENTI, PE
<br />MECHANICAL • FL. REG. 54781
<br />GA. REG.31882
<br />SC.REG.25591
<br />AL. REG. 2SA69
<br />TN. REG. 111382
<br />RAYMOND J. SIRIANNI, PE
<br />ELECTRICAL- FL. REG. 54085
<br />GA. REG. 025636
<br />SC. REG. 19743
<br />AL. REG. 23065
<br />TN.REG.108038
<br />NORMAN MEIER, PE
<br />ELECTRICAL- FL REG.59422
<br />GA. REG. 31 d92
<br />SC. REG. 25290
<br />AL REG- 28079
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