EMBASSY OF MOROCCO IN QATAR

ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS

VOLUME 03

SECTION 23

SL NO.

TITLE OF SPECIFICATIONS

23.1.00

FIRE FIGHTING GENERAL

23.1.01

Scope of Works

23.1.02

Design Requirements

23.1.03

Hydraulically Designed Sprinkler Systems

23.1.04

Regulatory Agencies

23.1.05

Submittals

23.1.06

Coordination

23.2.00

PRODUCTS

23.2.01

General

23.2.02

Piping Products

23.2.03

Pipe Supports and Sleeves

23.2.04

General Purpose Valves

23.2.05

Landing Valves

23.2.06

Supervisory Devices

23.2.07

System Accessories

23.2.08

Fire Department Connections

23.2.09

Sprinklers and Accessories

23.2.10

Stock of Spare Sprinklers

23.2.11

Cabinets

23.2.12

Zone Control Valves

23.2.13

Locks

23.2.14

Monitored Isolation Valve

23.2.15

Portable Fire Extinguishers

23.2.16

Fire Pumps

23.2.17

Fire Extinguishing System for Electrical Cabinets

AEB-891-11-REV.00

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FIRE FIGHTING INSTALLATION

23.2.18

Aerosol Fire Extinguishing System

23.2.19

Clean Agent Fire Suppression System (FM-200)

23.3.00

EXECUTION

23.3.01

Preparation

23.3.02

Installation

23.3.03

Field Quality Control

23.3.04

Cleaning and Flushing

23.3.05

Pre-Commissioning Works

23.3.06

Testing

23.3.07

Painting

23.3.08

Labels and Identification

23.3.09

Schedule of Approved Manufacturers

FIRE FIGHTING AND SPRINKLER INSTALLATIONS

23.1.00 GENERAL
Work covered under this section includes furnishing of material, labor, and
equipment to install fire protection system as indicated on drawings and specified
herein.
Include incidental work necessary to make fire protection system complete,
satisfactory, and ready for operation.
A specialist Contractor shall execute the complete scope of work under this contract
and the contractor shall be in the approved list of Qatar civil defense.
The Scheme and Selection of equipment and components as shown on the drawings
are indicative, all the design parameters are to be cross verified and sized
accordingly on a need and requirement basis, by the Specialist Contractor assigned
and nominated by the Main Contractor to carryout the job.
The Profile of the Specialist Contractor need to be submitted to the Consultant in
charge for the project, prior to the nomination by the Main Contractor, and the
Consultants Decision will be final and binding on the Main Contractor.
23.1.01 SCOPE OF WORK
The Fire Fighting Services include, but not limited to the following:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j.
k.
l.
m.

Fire Fighting Pumps

Hose reel cabinets
Sprinkler System
Fire department connections
Piping products
Pipe supports
Pipe sleeves
General purpose valves
Standpipe and fire hose valves
Fire extinguishers
Aerosol Fire Extinguishing System
Supervisory devices
System accessories.

It shall be executed as shown on the drawings, and all the equipment and
components shall be approved by the Fire Department of State of Qatar and any
other statutory bodies as required and confirm to the NFPA Standards.

23.1.02

DESIGN REQUIREMENTS

System requirements and pipe sizes shall be determined using hydraulic calculations
prepared in accordance with NFPA Standards.
System requirements to comply with applicable NFPA Standards (as referenced by
the authority having jurisdiction).
23.1.03

HYDRAULICALLY DESIGNED SPRINKLER SYSTEMS

Contractor to prepare and be responsible for final hydraulic calculations including

accuracy of water supply information.
Total demand including hose streams to be calculated with 90% of the available
water supply pressure (i.e.; 10% of the pressure reserved as a safety factor).
Methods used and information given on hydraulic calculations to meet requirements
of NFPA 13 with following exceptions:
a. Where pipe sizes are indicated on plans, these sizes may exceed minimum code
requirements and shall be sized as indicated. Where pipe routes and/or locations
are indicated on plans, locations are suggested for coordination purposes. Other
locations/routes are acceptable, coordinate with other trades.
b. Calculations of the most hydraulically remote area shall be based on actual floor
area covered and the design density (gpm/sq. ft.) as indicated in NFPA 13. The
remote area shall be equal to or larger than the area stated in the design density
and shall include all sprinkler heads within that area.
c. Floor area covered by sprinkler shall be determined by using distance between
sprinkler and wall, or half distance between sprinklers, whichever is greater.
Distance to be determined in two directions, parallel with branch line and
perpendicular to branch line. Multiply longest parallel distance by longest
perpendicular distance. Multiply resultant by four to determine area covered by
sprinkler.
d. The hydraulic calculations shall be performed using a computer software that
reads the inputs such as pipe sizes, length, etc directly from the drawings and
uses Hazen-Williams formula for friction loss calculations.
23.1.04

REGULATORY AGENCIES

Installation shall comply with following:

1. Building and fire safety codes of the authority having jurisdiction.
2. Owner's insurance carrier or Insurance Services Office.
3. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standards (as referenced by the
authority having jurisdiction and Owner's insurance carrier).
4. Underwriters Laboratories (UL).
5. Design documents.

23.1.05

SUBMITTALS

A. General
Comply with Tender Invitation documents.
Special Submittal Requirements: Combine submittals of this Section with Sections
listed below to ensure the "design intent" of the system/assembly is understood and
can be reviewed together.
B. Product Data
Manufacturers specifications
construction, and fabrication.

and

technical

data

including

performance,

Submit product data for each manufactured component.

C. Shop Drawings
Indicate dimensions, description of materials and finishes, general construction,
specific modifications, component connections, anchorage methods, hardware, and
installation procedures, including specific requirements indicated.
1. Submit shop drawings for each complete system or assembly of shop-fabricated,
field-fabricated, and manufactured components.
2. Special requirements:
a. Unless otherwise noted, prepare shop drawings in accordance with
requirements for "Working Plans" as described in NFPA Standard 13.
b. Draw floor plans at 1:100 scale or greater. Submit reproducible copies of all
drawings.
d. Cloud and key with date to indicate areas that have been changed on all resubmittals.
e. Calculations for Hydraulically Designed Systems:
1) Calculations are required for hydraulically designed fire protection
systems.
2) Unless otherwise noted, prepare calculations in accordance with
requirements of "Hydraulic Calculations Procedures" as described in
NFPA Standard 13.
3) Include calculations with submission of Shop Drawings.
D. Quality Control
Field Quality Control submittals as specified in Part 3 of this Section.
a. Document results of test required by authority having jurisdiction, the
Owner's insurance carrier, and listed NFPA Standards.
b. Document test results on standard NFPA forms or a form acceptable to the
Architect / Engineer.

E. Submittal Sequence
1. First, submit reproducible copies of each shop drawing to Architect/Engineer
along with product data and hydraulic calculations.
a. All submittals are to be complete.
b. All shop drawings, hydraulic calculations and product data shall be included
in one submittal.
c. Identify all material.
2. Second, submit two sets of the revised shop drawings to the Owner who will
forward one copy to their insurance carrier for review.
a. Send a copy of transmittal to Architect/Engineer.
b. Make changes to shop drawings after these reviews.
c. Circle changes to indicate areas that have been changed.
3. Submit the final shop drawings with approvals from the approved agencies to the
Architect/Engineer.
F. Alternative Materials
Equipments and Materials used as the basis for the design are listed in the Schedule
of Manufacturers. Only in case if the specified item/s are not available due to valid
reasons, with official written apologies from manufacturers for not being able to
supply the requested materials. Only in such cases, the Consultant will consider the
alternatives, before the tender is accepted and the Consultants decision will be final
regarding the matter.
In case the alternatives are accepted, the Consultant will confirm the acceptance of
the same in writing. During the execution of the contract, no alternative equipment,
materials or fittings will be permitted other than the approved and the contractor is
fore-warned that any item provided by him which is not up to the specification, must
be replaced at his own expense. In cases where time will not permit, then such
replacements shall be at the clients convenience, but at the Contractors expenses
etc.
23.1.06

COORDINATION

Coordination with Construction Documents:

1. Refer to drawings for smoke and fire ratings of walls and floors.
2. Refer to drawings for exact location and mounting height of cabinets housing fire
department valves and hoses.
3. If shown, sprinklers to be located as noted on architectural and mechanical
plans.
4. Architect/Engineer, after reviewing installation, reserves the right to direct the
contractor to make minor adjustments in head locations at no additional cost to
the Owner.

23.2.00 PRODUCTS
23.2.01 GENERAL
List products by name and manufacturer as listed in UL Fire Protection Equipment
Directory and FM Approval Guide and conform to requirements contained in Contract
Documents.
Material and equipment to be new and currently listed or approved.
Where more than one of any specific item is required, items to be of same type and
manufacturer.
Products to be UL listed, and preferred FM approved as well.
Products to be QCD approved.
23.2.02 PIPING PRODUCTS
General
Only pipe and fitting materials listed in this specification shall be acceptable for use.
Extra lightweight steel, schedule 10 steel, and associated fittings are not acceptable.
Pipe
All above ground pipe works shall be Galvanized ERW to schedule 40: ASTM A53
Grade B and underground pipes shall be High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Class
PE 100 as specified hereunder.
Threaded Fittings
Threaded fittings shall be Malleable iron, Class 150 pound: comply with ANSI
B16.3/B1.14.
Pipe Size minimum

Working Pressure

through 1
1 1/4" through 2"
2-1/2" through 3"
4" and 6"

2000 psi
1500 psi
1000 psi
800 psi

Flanges and Flanged Fittings

a. Flanges and Flanged fittings to ASTM/ANSI B 16.5 1996 Class 300 .
b. Flange gaskets: 1/16 inch thick.
c. Bolts and nuts: Bolt length to allow not less than 1/8 inch exposed thread
beyond nut.

d. Flange gaskets: comply with ANSI B16.24.

e. Fastener bolts: comply with ANSI B18.2.1.
f. Fastener nuts: comply with ANSI B18.2.2.
Grooved Fittings
1. Grooved fittings shall be cast from ductile iron to ASTM A 536 Grade 65-45-12 in
hot dipped galvanized.
2. Grooved fittings shall be suitable to rolled grooved pipe.
3. Pressure rating of fittings to exceed twice the maximum system working
pressure.
4. Fittings to be of same manufacturer as couplings
23.2.03

PIPE SUPPORTS AND SLEEVES

Design: Provide in this section in compliance with Section 15140 and NFPA 13 (as
referenced by the authority having jurisdiction).
23.2.04

GENERAL PURPOSE VALVES

All valves shall be marked with the manufacturers name and the appropriate British
or American standard or shall fully comply with NFPA standards.
All valves to be FM approved and/or UL listed.
A. Indicating Control Valve (O S & Y Gate Valve)
1. Rising indicating stem.
2. 1 inch through 2 inches: screwed ends.
3. 2-1/2 inch through 12 inches: flanged ends.
O.S & Y gate valves shall be provided to each branch pipe and, at the locations
where the flow is required, either fully open or fully closed, as indicated on the tender
drawings or as directed by the Engineer in order to isolate that part of the system in
the event of leaks and maintenance, which may arise at the time of commissioning
and pressure testing.
All main sprinkler system isolating valves shall be listed indicating valves and shall
be connected with the tamper switches. All valves controlling water supplies to the
sprinkler system including floor control valves shall be accessible to the authorized
persons during emergency.
Gate valves shall be made of cast iron and tested to 300-psi hydraulic pressure.
Valves of 50 mm dia and below shall be screwed ends and provided with unions on
both sides. Valves more than 50 mm dia shall be with flanged ends. Valves shall be
manufactured in accordance with NFPA standards.

Valves used as drain valve and valves near jockey pump shall be standard gate
valves. All other valves shall be UL listed, FM approved O.S & Y gate valves.
B. Indicating Control Valve (Butterfly Valve)
1. 2 inch through 12 inches: Ductile iron, lug, or wafer type body with stainless steel
stem and gear operator butterfly valve with a supervisory switch.
C. Globe and Ball Valve: Bronze body with screwed ends.
D. Check Valve
Bronze body with screwed ends. 1 inch through 2 inches.
Listed check valves shall be provided in discharge line of each pump, fire
department connection and at other locations as indicated in the drawing to prevent
reversal of flow. Non-return valves shall be made of cast iron and shall be UL-listed.
Valves shall be swing pattern, metal-to-metal seat and tested to 300-psi hydraulic
pressure.
E. Alarm Check Valves
This shall be NFPA approved to be constructed and equipped to give clear positive
audible alarm at any water flow through the sprinkler system equal to or greater than
that from a single automatic sprinkler. It shall be suitable for vertical/ horizontal
installations as per as the system requirement or as directed by the engineer and for
the variable pressure of water supply.
Alarm check valves shall be of flanged, designed to withstand the working pressure
and to be rated of 175 or 300 psi as per system requirements. It shall have cast iron
body and a clapper hinge, bronze clapper assembly, pilot valve assembly and other
moving parts.
Alarm check valves shall be complete with retarding chamber 2 main drain valve, up
stream and downstream pressure gauge cocks, alarm control and test valves,
pressure operated alarm switch to actuate a bell, horn, or siren. Water motor and
alarm gong shall be located preferably outside the building at a location to engineers
approval.
F. Rubber Face Check Valve: Swing type with flanged ends. 2-1/2 inches through
12 inches.

23.2.05

LANDING VALVES

Landing valves shall be of acceptable to the Fire Brigade to use inside buildings.
This device shall have 65mm inlet diameter bore fitted with 65 mm. instantaneous
female coupling conforming to BS 336 and a blank cap secured by a suitable length
of chain. The product should have at least been certified by an independent
Certification Organizations from International Testing Laboratories & Accredited
Certification Body such as LPCB approval/ BSI KITE mark approval or UL listed/FM
Approved.
The valve shall be of brass / Gunmetal construction with approved finish. If the
landing valve is UL listed then the outlet coupling must be quick instantaneous with
local fire services. The installation of the coupling should be done by an authorized
installer.
Landing valves shall be installed as indicated inside the cabinet in the drawing at a
height above floor level between 750 mm and 1100 mm. The outlet shall be installed
to give clearances of not less than 150 mm on both sides and below the valve and
not less than 200 mm clearance above the hand wheel.
23.2.06

SUPERVISORY DEVICES

A. Supervisory (Tamper) Switches

Design Requirements:
a. Switches to indicate position of control valve.
b. Rated for 120 VAC - 24 VDC.
c. Compatible for use with fire alarm system.
B. Water Flow Switches
1. Paddle type for pipe sizes 1-1/4 inches through 2 inches:
a. Rated for 175 psi working pressure.
b. Two sets 120 VAC - 24 VDC form C contacts.
c. Compatible for use with fire alarm system.
2. Paddle Type: For pipe sizes 2 inches through 8 inches, with 0 - 70 second
adjustable pneumatic retard.
a. Rated for 175 psi working pressure.
b. Two sets 120 VAC - 24 VDC form C contacts.
c. Compatible for use with fire alarm system.

23.2.07

SYSTEM ACCESSORIES

A. Combination Test and Drain Connection

1. Manufactured combination test, drain, and sight glass fitting.
2. 175 psi working pressure.
3. 1/4 inch NPT gauge fitting.
B. Pressure Gauges
3-1/2 inch dial marked in 5 pound increments.
1. 1/4 inch NPT.
2. 175 psi working pressure.
Pressure gauges shall be provided on the discharge of the pumps and on wet pipe
sprinkler system riser as shown on the drawing. Each gauge shall not be less than
100 mm dia in dial size and shall comprise of a corrosion resistant housing with glass
window and brass trim. It shall have accuracy within +/-5% of the full-scale deflection
when working at 50 degree C. each gauge shall be provided with a gauge cock. The
pressure gauges shall be calibrated in psi or bars, or both. Each gauge shall have a
range of 0 to 11/2 times the normal working pressure.
C. Automatic Ball Drips: 1/2 inch or 3/4 inch NPT.
D. Insert Sight Glasses: 175 psi working pressure.
E. Downspout Nozzle (express drain outlet):
1. Wall mounted downspout nozzle.
2. Rough bronze finish.
3. Full line size. Terminate at and provide concrete splash block.
23.2.08

FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTIONS

Breeching Inlet Connection

The inlet breeching shall be of horizontal pattern having a 150 mm flanged outlet and
four 65 mm instantaneous male inlets complete with blank caps and chains. A nonreturn (check) valve shall protect the inlet. The coupling shall comply with BS 336.
The inlet connections shall be of suitable type of local fire brigade department. The
breaching shall be equipped with a 25 mm drain valve to drain the riser. Valves body
shall be made of DI with polished chrome brass Inlet Valves and Brass/Bronze cap
and chain.

Breeching Inlet Cabinet

The inlet breeching unit shall be housed in a steel flush box red painted by polyester
powder coated with wired glass glazed front panel as per BS 5041-5 standard and:
a. Conspicuously indicated by the words: Wet Riser Inlet, Sprinkler Inlet, or Fire
Water Tank in block letters on the inner face of the glass, depending on the
project type.
b. Fastened only by means of a spring lock, which can also be operated from
the inside without the aid of a key after the glass has been broken.
c. Made large enough for hose to be connected to inlets even if the door cannot
be opened and the only means of access is by breaking the glass.
23.2.09

SPRINKLERS AND ACCESSORIES

A. General
1. Minimum sprinkler orifice size shall be 1/2 inch.
2. Sprinklers in non-public spaces such as mechanical/electrical equipment, and
storage rooms and sprinklers on exposed piping shall have brass finish unless
noted otherwise.
3. Sprinklers and escutcheons in finished areas to have polished brass or white
finish or finish as noted on plans.
3. Concealed sprinklers shall be installed with the cover plates with a finish
matching with the interiors and to the approval of the architect.
4. Style, size, and temperature rating to be type specifically approved for such use.
5. Thermosensitive glass bulbs to be of all one color for a given temperature
classification.
6. Fusible link sprinkler shall not be acceptable unless the glass bulb sprinkles are
not available for a given application.
B. Upright Sprinklers
1.
2.
3.
4.
a.

Thermosensitive glass-bulb or fusible solder/alloy standard response.

Thermosensitive glass-bulb quick response.
Fusible solder/alloy quick response.
Installation style:
Exposed: No escutcheon

C. Pendent Sprinklers
1.
2.
3.
4.

Thermosensitive glass-bulb or fusible solder/alloy standard response.

Thermosensitive glass-bulb quick response.
Fusible solder/alloy quick response.
Installation style:
a. Exposed: No escutcheon.

D. Vertical Sidewall Sprinklers

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Thermosensitive glass-bulb or fusible solder/alloy standard response.

Thermosensitive glass-bulb quick response.
Fusible solder/alloy quick response.
Normal or extended coverage type is acceptable.
Installation style:
a. Exposed: No escutcheon.

E. Horizontal Sidewall Sprinklers

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
a.

Thermosensitive glass-bulb or fusible solder/alloy standard response.

Thermosensitive glass-bulb quick response.
Fusible solder/alloy quick response.
Normal or extended coverage type is acceptable.
Fixed or field adjustable type is acceptable.
Installation style:
Exposed: No escutcheon

F. Sprinkler Guards: Metal with red finish

G. Spare Sprinkler Cabinet: Wall mounted. Storage capacity of not less than
minimum designated by NFPA 13.
H. Sprinkler Wrench: To match style and brand of sprinklers used
Sprinklers shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 13. These shall be local Fire
officers approved, pendant glass bulb sprinklers rated for 79 degree C. for sprinklers
mounted in non air conditioned areas and 68 degree C. for sprinklers mounted in air
conditioned areas, and suitable for maximum ambient temperature of 50 degree C.
sprinklers shall have k factor of 80 with 15 mm (1/2) MSPT male inlets.
Recessed type of sprinklers shall be installed in the false ceilings in order to make
the surroundings decorative. There shall be a 2-piece design of the recessed
enclosure and mounting plate allows installation of the sprinklers prior to the
installation of the false ceiling. Both sprinklers and escutcheon plates shall have
chrome finish.
Toilet and pantry areas (AHU Plant room) shall be provided with side wall type
sprinklers and shall have chrome finish.
Samples to be submitted to the consultant for approval.
Side sprinkler head to be installed at plant room of swimming pool.

23.2.10

STOCK OF SPARE SPRINKLERS

A stock of spare sprinklers shall be provided and stored in a cabinet installed at a

suitable location in the basement. The number of spare sprinklers is to be in
accordance with NFPA 13, 1994, clause no. 2-2.7 or 20 no. special sprinkler wrench
shall be provided in the cabinet to be used for the removal and installation of
sprinklers.
23.2.11

FIRE HOSE REEL CABINETS

Combination Landing Valve and Flat Hose and Nozzle Cabinets:

1. Type: Single cabinet, surface or recessed mounted.
2. Cabinet: heavy gauge steel.
3. Door and Trim: Weather resistant, one piece, heavy gauge stainless steel.
a. Solid door labeled "Landing Valve" and "Fire Hose & Nozzle" with vertical
black lettering 1-1/2" high.
FIRE HOSE REEL
Fire Hose Reel shall be installed where shown on the drawings.
The Fire Hose shall be automatic swinging recessed type. The Fire Hose Reel shall
be installed where shown on the drawings. It shall be automatic swinging recessed
type.
Hose reels shall be in accordance with EN 694 & EN671-1. The hose reel shall have
a 30 meters long of 25 mm. internal diameter reinforced non-kickable rubber hose
capable of withstanding a working pressure of 12 bar (175 psi). The hose shall be
wound on a fabricated steel drum with circular side plates.
The hose reel shall turn on automatically when 1.5 to 1.8 meters of hose is
withdrawn from the real/ drum.
The hose reel shall be equipped with shut-off valve for connecting with pipework.
The hose nozzle shall be chrome plated brass, JET/SPRAY/SHUT/ OFF nozzle, and
shall have a 6 mm orifice.
FIRE HOSE CABINET
The hose reel cabinet shall be either wall-mounted type or recessed type as
indicated in the drawing.
The cabinet shall be double compartment
to
accommodate fire hose reel in the upper compartment and other fire equipments
including fire extinguishers in the bottom compartment. The cabinet shall be made of
minimum 1.2 mm thick electro-galvanized sheet. The door and archive shall be of
stainless steel brush finish or mirror polish finish as per the architects requirements.
The finish shall be decided upon the approval of the architect.

The Double fire hose reel cabinet in different locations of the building shall have
following specified fire equipments:
a. Automatic Fire Hose Reel
b. 6 Kg Dry Powder Fire Extinguisher
c. 9 ltr Water Fire Extinguisher
23.2.12

ZONE CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLY

A zone control valve set shall be UL, FM Approved and it is to be provided for each
sprinkler system zone as shown in the drawings, and shall comprise:
a. Butterfly valve shall have UL 1091. It shall be fitted with factory installed
UL/FM approved tamper switch.
b. Flow alarm switch shall be UL listed and FM approved for the size of the pipe
in which it is installed as a paddle type water flow indicator. Shall be fixed
after the butterfly valve, on the main supply pipe and before any connection is
taken off.
c. Inspector test and drain connections.
d. Dial pressure gauges suitable for the water pressures shall be fitted so
arranged that it can be easily removed for testing and checking without
shutting down the water supply.
23.2.13

LOCKS

Locks shall be of type suitable for the Qatar Fire Department type key. If a non brigade key is used on doorways to control valves, pump rooms, etc. a key shall be
placed in a box with a brigade lock, adjacent to the door.
23.2.14

MONITORED ISOLATION VALVE

Supply and install monitoring switches on all sprinkler and hydrant system isolation
valves, to register an alarm if the valves are moved from the fully open position.
The switch, means of actuation and power supply shall be of approved manufacture
and function.
23.2.15

PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

ABC DRY POWDER FIRE EXTINGUISHER

ABC Dry powder fire extinguishers (Multi purpose) shall be manufactured in
accordance with BS EN3 for portable extinguishers and shall be operated by means
of a lever/squeeze handle operated valve provided with a safety pin which shall avoid
inadvertent operation and the valve shall be capable for controlling partial discharge.
The cylinder shall have minimum working pressure of 14bar. The temperature shall
range from -20 to 60 C. The extinguisher must have a plastic base (Only for
portable). It must be coated externally by electrostatic polyester powder and oven
baked for corrosion resistance. The cylinder shall be made special cold rolled steel

sheet with Argon/CO2 automatic welding process and the suction tube shall be made
of PVC material. All extinguishers shall carry instructions for operation and
maintenance in English and Arabic. The Fire Extinguisher should have at least been
certified by an independent Certification Organization from International Testing
Laboratories/ Accredited Certification Bodies such as LPCB Approval, BSI KITE
mark or UL listed/FM Approved.
The capacity of the ABC dry Powder Fire
Extinguisher shall be 6 KG and shall have a minimum fire rating of 34 A & 183 B as
per BS EN3.
WATER FIRE EXTINGUISHER
Water type Fire extinguisher shall manufactured in accordance to BS EN 3 and shall
be operated by means of a lever operated self closing control valve to enable the
discharge to be interrupted temporority and provided with a safety pin. The cylinder
shall have minimum working pressure of 14bar. The temperature shall range from
+5 to 60C. The extinguisher must have a plastic base. It must be coated inside by
electrostatic PVC resin to resist corrosion. The cylinder shall be made special cold
rolled steel sheet with Argon/CO2 welding process and the suction tube shall be
made of Rigid PVC with filter. The water type fire extinguisher capacity shall be of 9
Ltrs stored pressure type or 2-1/2 Gallon. All extinguishers shall carry instructions for
use in English and Arabic. The Fire Extinguisher should have at least been certified
by an independent Certification Organization from International Testing Laboratories/
Accredited Certification Bodies such as LPCB Approval, BSI KITE mark or UL
listed/FM Approved. The capacity of the extinguisher shall be of 9Lts and shall have
a minimum fire rating of 13A as per BS EN3.
CLEAN AGENT FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
Clean agent fire extinguishers which shall contain Halotron agent and shall be of 15
lbs capacity (approximately 7 Kg) with a A;10-B;C rating. The discharge time shall be
13 seconds and the unit weight shall not be more than 11.75 kg. The Halotron fire
extinguishers shall be UL-Listed and Local Civil Defense Approved. Where the clean
agent fire extinguishers are located in electrical rooms they shall be complete with
wall mounting brackets. Instructions shall be screen printed on the front door. The
Halotron fire extinguishers shall be UL-listed.
FIRE BLANKETS
Provide fire blankets in Kitchens. Fire blanket shall be good quality with silicon
coating provided on both sides. The size shall be 4 Feet x 6 feet.
The Fire Blanket shall be LPCB approved, BSI KITE mark or UL listed/FM approved
as well as QCD approved.

23.2.16

FIRE PUMPS

A. GENERAL
Each system shall be design to insure the maximum pumping capacity even if one of
the main pumps fails. The total supplying of all the necessary equipment for the
firewater production (including pumps, engines driven, controllers, instrumentation,
piping, valves, relief valves,) is included in the Contractors scope of work. The
supplying and installation of the day fuel tank of the engines is included in the
Contractors scope. The fuel tank (and all the fuel installation) shall be in accordance
with NFPA standards. The air supply system of the diesel engines drive (automatic
opening, venting panels,) is included in the Contractors scope. The fire pumps,
motor shall be UL listed or FM approved, engine and electric pump controllers and
diesel pump controllers shall be UL listed and FM approved and suitable for
sprinklered fire pumproom. An undertaking to this effect shall be submitted to the
supervising engineer. Unit responsibility must be submitted from the manufacturer.
The engine driven fire pumps shall be in accordance with NPFA 20 (curves, starting,
protection, etc.) The problem of surge (hammer effect) shall be taken into account in
the design. A surge analysis shall be conducted and specific surge pressure control
system shall be installed.
Over-pressure system shall also be installed. The
contractor shall provide fully certified hydraulic calculations for exact sizing of the
pumps. The pumps shall be furnished with a full set of bench test certificates
proving acceptability for the design points for this installation.
B. FIRE PUMPS
Fire pumps shall be UL and FM approved. Each pump shall have a capacity as
shown in pump schedule, adjusted as necessary to suit the hydraulic calculations.
The pumping unit or package shall meet all requirements complying with NFPA 20
The pumps shall also deliver not less than 150% of rated capacity at a pressure of
not less than 65% of rated pressure. The shutoff pressure shall not exceed 140% of
the rated pressure at rated capacity.
C. FIRE PUMPS TYPE
Each fire pump shall be of horizontal split case centrifugal single stage or multistage
construction, specifically labeled for fire service and capable of providing the
required flow and pressure of the entire development. The pump shall be connected
to the combined sprinkler/standpipe system. The suction supply for the fire pump
shall be from a storage tank at a maximum pressure of 20 kPa and a minimum
pressure of 0 kPa. The pump casing shall be cast iron and rated to withstand twice
the working pressure.

D. PUMP CONSTRUCTION
The pump construction shall be cast iron casing, Bronze impeller, Stainless Steel
shaft and gland packing.
Note: The pump shall also deliver not less than 150 % of the rated capacity at a
pressure of not less than 65 % of the rated pressure. The shut off pressure shall not
exceed 140 % of the rated pressure at rated capacity.
E. PUMP DISCHARGE & HEAD
The fire protection contractor shall select a pump discharge and head to satisfy the
fire protection system requirements resulting from the system hydraulic calculations
and submit it to engineers approval.
F. FIRE PUMP ACCESSORIES
The Fire and Sprinkler Pumps shall include the following accessories, as required by
NFPA standards:
a. Flow Metering Device, shall be of the Venturi type. Pilot and annular devices
will not be acceptable- One metering device shall be provided for each pump.
or as shown on the drawings. Pipe water back to the storage tank.
b. Discharge tee.
c. Necessary isolating valves with supervisory switches.
d. Air release valve and fittings.
e. Discharge pressure gauge.
f. Main relief valve, pilot operated, enclosed relief valve overflow cone and
discharge tee with elbow (diesel drive only).
g. Main relief valve with discharge pipes to water tank.
h. Pump casing relief valve.
G. ELECTRIC MOTOR DRIVE
On installations where the Fire Pump is to be operated electrically, the electric motor
shall be a horizontal, TEFC, UL listed, wound for 380 V, 3 phase, 50 Hz (cycle)
current The motor shall be of such capacity that 115% of the full-load ampere rating
shall not be exceeded at any condition of the pump load for UL Listed fire pump.
With an ambient temperature not exceeding 40 deg. C, the motor shall be designed
for a temperature rise not exceeding 60 deg. C when carrying fully rated-load
continuously, and shall be capable of operating continuously with an overload of 15%
without stress or excessive rise in temperature. The locked rotor current shall not
exceed the values specified in NFPA Pamphlet No. 20.
Bearings shall be anti-friction ball or roller type.

H. CONTROL EQUIPMENT FOR ELECTRIC DRIVE

The Fire Pump motor control panel shall be UL listed and FM Approved. It shall be
completely assembled, wired and tested by the control manufacturer before
shipment from factory, and shall be labeled 'Fire Pump Controller". The controller
shall be located as practical and within the sight of the motor.
The controller shall be so located or protected that it will not be injured by water
escaping from the pump or connection. The controller shall be of the combined
manual and automatic star & delta type. and shall be in NEMA 4 enclosure complete
with:
1. Disconnect switch - externally operable, quick-break type.
2. Circuit breaker - time delay type with trips in all phases set for 300% of the
motor full load current3. Motor starter, capable of being energized automatically through the pressure
switch or manually by means of an externally operable handle. Motor starter
shall be of the autotransformer type.
4. Pressure switch, of adjustable type.
5. Running period timer - set to keep motor in operation, when started
automatically, for a minimum period of one minute for each 10 HP motor
rating, but not to exceed 7 minutes.
6. Pilot lamp - to indicate circuit breaker closed and power available.
7. Ammeter test link and voltmeter test studs.
8. Alarm relay - to energize an audible or visible alarm through an independent
source of power to indicate circuit breaker open or power failure.
9. Manual selection station - a two position station shall be provided on the
enclosure marked "Automatic" and Non-automatic".
10. Means shall be provided on the Controller to operate an alarm signal
continuously while the pump is running.
11. Provisions for power supply at 220 V for diesel pump battery chargers.
12. Control equipment shall meet all requirements of NFPA 20 & NFPA72.
I. DIESEL ENGINE DRIVE
Diesel engine shall be UL listed and FM approved for fire protection service.
The engine shall be of the self-contained open type, mounted on a suitable base with
the following minimum plus any others that may be necessary by NFPA-20 and local
CD requirements:
a. Dual battery set sized to NFPA -20 requirements with electrolyte shipped in
separate containers, rack and cables.
b. Dual battery charger of proper type for batteries used (included in UL Listed /
FM Approved controller). Power to battery charger shall be supplied from
electric pump control panel. Wiring from control panel to battery chargers
shall be by the contractor.
c. Electric starter with suitable generator and voltage regulator.
d. Engine water pump.
e. Heat exchanger cooling system.
f. Water cooled or ceramic blanketed exhaust manifold.

g.
h.
i.
j.

Lubricating oil pump and filter.

Fuel injection system.
Air cleaner.
Proper instrument panel, complete with engine run warning light, water
temperature gauge, oil pressure gauge, voltmeter, totalizing type tachometer
and hour meter.
k. Residential Grade Muffler.
l. Cooling water line for the engine heat exchanger assembly.
m. Flexible exhaust connectors.
All engine wiring for automatic operation shall terminate in a proper junction box to
permit connection to control panel.
J. FUEL SYSTEM
A suitable fuel system for the diesel engine shall be furnished. It must be in
accordance with NFPA Pamphlet No.20 and shall include above surface day storage
tank, flexible hose connectors, combination vent, flesh arrestor and fill cap.
K. SILENCER ( MUFFLER )
The silencer shall be for turbo-charged engines, sized and selected to accommodate
the allowable pressure drop of the engine.
The silencer shall provide an average attenuation of 20-25 Db (a).
The silencer shall be designed by HEAVY DUTY APPLICATIONS, with noise
attenuation across the entire audible range of the frequency spectrum 63 through
8000 Hz. The silencer shall consist of a series of chambers connected by nonresonant tubes. The entire silencer shall be manufactured from plate steel and be of
a completely welded design. The heavy plate ensures longer silencer life and better
resistance to damage. The heavy plate shall prevent shell radiated noise. There
shall be no spot welds or press fits used.
Silencer inlet and discharge shall be flanged, manufactured from minimum 10mm
thick plate and drilled to ANSI 70 kg. Silencers shall be either and in/end out and
side in/end out configurations to suit installation.
Provide 12mm drain connections. Prior to shipping, the silencers shall be thoroughly
cleaned and coated in a high temperature 650C aluminum paint.
L. DIESEL ENGINE DRIVE CONTROLLER
Automatic Diesel Drive Engine Control Panel: The automatic engine control panel
shall be UL listed and FM approved for fire pump service and meet the requirements
of NFPA20 and shall be in NEMA 4 enclosure. The panel shall be of the floor
mounted or wall mounted type, and enclosed in moisture and dust tight housing. A
combination manual and automatic type controller with Manual-Off-Automatic
selector shall be provided and a 240 volt single phase power failure relay or a

pressure switch, which will ( when the system pressure drops ) activate all electric
circuits to automatically start the engine.
Should the engine fail to start after the required cranking cycles, the controller shall
disconnect the starting circuit and activate an alarm system using lights and buzzer
or bell. Low oil pressure and high jacket-water temperature shall also be
indicated by a suitable alarm system. The engine shall not shut down if either of
these conditions occurs during an operating cycle.
The engine shall be started automatically by the Controller at least once a week,
adjustable, and operate a minimum of 30 minutes (adjustable). An appropriate
timing arrangement shall determine the day and hour of this test.
Pressure recorder (7 day drive ) shall be provided within the control panel.
Fire Pump Controller shall be a diesel engine type, Controller approved and listed by
the Underwriters Laboratories for fire pump service, carry the labels of both UL/FM
and meet the requirements of the NFPA20.
The controller shall incorporate the following:
1. Each charger shall be completely independent of the other charger and
equipped with its own individual power transformer, rated for a maximum
continuous charge current of 10A.
The charger shall be of solid state
electronic design, with semi-conductor type rectifier, and include the following
supervisory and safety features :
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.

Current limiting in every charging mode

Over current shut-off
Automatic selection of bulk or charge by sensing battery voltage
Trickle charge limited to less than 500MA
Reverse voltage shut-off
Dead cell detection
Over and under voltage alarm

In case of battery failure, the charger shall initiate an alarm and provide a
signal to prevent the use of the defective battery during the start attempt
cycle.
2. Relays: All relays shall be equipped with manual test buttons, status ON
OFF indicators, be of the plug in type and shall meet all voltage and current
requirements.
Remote Alarm Circuit: A total of five (5) standard alarm contacts, rated at 10 A,
125 V shall be provided and wired to the field terminal block, to indicate the
following engine conditions:
SPDT contact
1 N/O contact

:
:

1 N/O contact

Engine Running
Contact shall close when main switch in Autoposition
Contract shall close when main switch is in OFF
or Manual position.

SPDT contact

Engine trouble. This shall be a common alarm

contact indicating the following conditions.
Engine over speed, engine fail to start, low oil
pressure, high coolant temperature.

3. Description of Operation: A four positions main switch shall provide selection

of three starting method and one OFF position.
OFF position shall shut down engine and alarms under any condition.
AUTO position: a water pressure switch mounted inside the controller shall
provide the engine start on water pressure drop. The automatic starting circuit
shall alternate the two storage batteries after each start attempt. The attempt to
start cycle shall consist of six cranks and five rest periods of 15 seconds
duration. In the event of one battery failure, the starting cycle shall lock itself to
the remaining battery. In case of engine failure, the controller shall stop any
further cranking and energize the ENGINE FAIL TO START alarm. A manual
stop pushbutton shall enable engine shut down, but only after all starting causes
have returned to normal. The automatic Weekly Exercise cycle shall also be
operational in the auto-position. This cycle shall be programmed on the 7 day
time clock. A short opening of the water solenoid valve shall create a momentary
pressure drop and cause automatic engine start. At the end of the programmed
Exercise cycle, engine shall shut down automatically. A manual test switch
located on the time clock shall allow for manual test operation of the weekly
exercise cycle. The 7 day time clock shall hold its time on A/C power failure and
not require resetting.
TEST Position: Engine shall start in the same manner as the above exercise
cycle start. Turning main switch to Auto or Off position shall shut down engine.
MANUAL Position: Start pushbutton Battery 1 or Battery 2, shall override all
automatic starting circuits, and allow for direct manual engine start.
Safety Shut Down: Engine overspeed condition shall shut down engine without
time delay and lock out until manually reset.
The controller shall provide the following additional safety features Engine shut
down in case of low oil pressure or high coolant temperature during exercise, test
or optional AC failure operation only.
M. JOCKEY PUMP
The Jockey pump capacity and pressure shall be as indicated in the pump schedule
on the drawings.
Pump shall be constructed as follows:
Type
Rotation
Motor

: Vertical multi-stage motor driven,

: Counter-clockwise, viewed down
: TEFC

Motor bracket
: Cast type, connecting motor to pump
Diffuser cases
: Pressure containing, flow directing
Impellers
: Stainless steel
Shaft, l
: Stainless steel,
Pump discharge
: Flanged type
Control
: Definite purpose type, magnetic starter
In NEMA II enclosure, with reset button
Pump controller shall be factory pre-wired and tested. Pressure switch shall sense
low pressure in the fire pump system. Set cut-in pressure 5 PSI above main fire
pump cut-in pressure. Set cut-out pressure at system pressure. Provide minimum
run timer to operate the pump for a minimum of 3 minutes.
Across the fine start, H-O-A selector switch.
Control panel to contain a fusible 3-pole disconnect switch, magnetic motor
contractor and thermal overload relays with external reset Enclosure to be wall
mounted with hinged door.
The Contractor shall supply and install fire-fighting pumps as shown and detailed on
the drawings.
The fire pump duty/standby and the Jockey pump, shall be comply with the
requirements of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Underwriters
Laboratories Inc. (UL), and Factory Mutual (FM), Local Building and Fire Department
rules and regulations.
Fire pumps shall be fully automatic, factory assembled, skid mounted units includes
the following features:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.

One duty pump for Sprinkler system, electrically driven

One Jockey pump, common for the system, electrically driven
One Stand-by pump, common for both, diesel engine driven
Galvanized Steel frame
Galvanized suction and delivery manifolds with flanged connections
Isolating valves and flexible connection on suction and delivery for each
pump
g. Check valves on delivery for each pump
h. Strainer on suction for each pump
i. Pressure gauges, pressure switches and pressure relief valves
j. Automatic control panel
k. Fire pump set (Duty / standby) to be electrical driven for hose reel and fire
hydrant
Pump construction shall be in cast iron casing, bronze impeller, stainless steel shaft
complete with steel base frame / plate.
The motor shall be squirrel cage induction type and rated for continuous operation at
ambient temperature not less than 50 Deg. C, totally enclosed fan cooled with
insulation class F and IP 54-protection level and rated for 415 volt, 3 phase and 50
Hz.

The Engine shall be of 4-stroke mechanical injection air-cooled type with automatic
speed regulator and flywheel housing.
The Engine shall be provided with double battery kit (12 VDC) and charger, complete
with exhaust pipe (insulated) and arranged to discharge outside.
The Engine shall be manually switched off.
The Control Panel shall consist of the following:
1
1
1
1
1
1
3
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

Starter with Overload protection for each motor.

Residual current circuit breaker (for each pump)
Set timing relays
Hand / off / Auto switch for each pump
System Mode selector switch
Run and Trip Indication Lamps for each motor
Indicating Lamps, Power On, Low Water and Phase Failure.
Main Neutral Link
Cyclic Controller
Pressure switch and adjustable setting for each pump
Dry run prevention relay and floats switch in feed tank
Set of Volt free contacts for BMS interface
Multi attempt relay to allow at least 3 attempts for Engine Starting
Earth leakage sensor with hooter, mute push button and Indication lamp.

The construction of the Panel to be to IP 65 level.

The hand button shall be spring-loaded and shall override all control circuits
exception the overload, so that the selected pump can be checked for performance
and operation.
The pump sets shall operate under the control of pressure switches
The control panel design shall ensure:
a) Automatic operation of all pumps under the control of pressure switches and
cyclic relay. The duty pump selection switch shall be in Auto position.
b) Automatic switch over to stand-by pump in case of failure of the duty pump.
c) The hand position of H-O-A switches is only foe testing of pump and shall be
spring-loaded. Alternatively non-latching push button shall be used for
starting pump in HAND mode.
d) Dry run protection based on level switch in the feed tank with indication.
e) Volt free terminals for remote indications of common fault including low water
level in feed tank, and pump on demand.
The fire pump set shall be constructed to local Fire departments requirements and a
certificate stating this shall be provided with the pumps and shall confirm to NFPA
and shall be a single stage horizontal split casing centrifugal type.

23.2.17

FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM FOR ELECTRICAL CABINETS

Cabinet Mounted Fire Extinguishing System shall be based on the technology of

Flexible sensor tubing and installed at the locations indicated in the firefighting
drawings. The Flexible Sensor tubing shall be installed directly into the electrical
component enclosure. The tubing shall be pressurized with nitrogen holding down
the valve piston. The heat produced by, or coming immediately before, a fire shall
cause the tube to burst at the hottest point (approx. 110 deg C) releasing pressurized
nitrogen, moving the piston, and opening the valve assembly. The pressure
differential valve shall open to release the agent through the piping network and shall
be discharged through the nozzles. The system cylinder shall be filled with HFC 227
ea or Novec 1230 Extinguishing Agent. The contractor to calculate the exact capacity
of the extinguishing agent as per the manufacturers design guidelines. The system
shall be UL-listed/FM-approved and QCD approved.

23.2.18

AEROSOL FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM

The Aerosol Fire Extinguishing System shall be in accordance with NFPA 2010.
The aerosol extinguishing Agent must not be pressurized and must not be toxic;
supportive documentation mandatory. The extinguishing agent must not cause
excessive cooling to avoid damage to components and must be suitable for Class A,
B, C and F Fire as per EN2 Classification. The extinguishing agent must not be
pyrotechnic; supportive documentation mandatory and must be of a stable media,
and have no physical and/or chemical changes in temperatures of over 275 deg C.
The extinguishing agent must extinguish fire chemically. The extinguishing agent
must be environmentally friendly, ecologically friendly, and SNAP Listed (Significant
New Alternative Policy) as per EPA; supportive documentation is mandatory. The
atmospheric Life Time should be negligible and the global Warming Potential shall
be zero. The ozone depletion potential shall also be zero. The extinguishing agent
shall be non-Corrosive for electronic components. The aerosol system shall not use
the pressure piping & valves. The extinguishing system must be versatile, and
suitable for possible future extension and/or additional room protection.
The
manufacturer of the aerosol extinguishing system shall be ISO 9001 & ISO 14000
Certified. It should have the International Certification, and should be in accordance
with the NFPA Standards and relevant Test Reports shall be produced. It should
have approval such as UL/ULC, KIWA, BSI, ANPI, LPC, etc.
The submittal shall include Material Safety Data Sheet MSDS, installation reference
list for similar applications and for any other relevant installations. The manufacturer
should have at least 10 years relevant industry experience. The Certified Life Time of
Extinguishing Agent not less than 15 years. The extinguishing agent discharge Time
shall be in the range of 5 10 sec. The agent shall be suitable for the operating in
the ambient temperature range of (minus) -50 C to (plus) 150 deg C and should be
Suitable for humidity level of up to 98%.

23.2.19 CLEAN AGENT FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM (FM-200 / HFC-227ea)

A)

GENERAL CONDITIONS

SCOPE
This specification outlines the requirements for a Total Flooding Clean Agent Fire
Suppression System with automatic detection and control. The work described in this
specification includes all engineering, labor, materials, equipment and services
necessary, and required, to complete and test the suppression system.
APPLICABLE
PUBLICATIONS

STANDARDS

AND

The design, equipment, installation, testing and maintenance of the Clean Agent
Suppression System shall be in accordance with the applicable requirements set
forth in the latest edition of the following codes and standards:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

NFPA No. 2001 - Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems

NFPA No. 70 - National Electrical Code
NFPA No. 72 - Standard for Fire Alarm System
Factory Mutual Approval Guide
U.L Listings
Requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)

The standards listed, as well as all other applicable codes and standards, shall be
used as "minimum" design standards. Also to be considered are good engineering
practices.
REQUIREMENTS
The Clean Agent Fire Suppression System installation shall be made in accordance
with the drawings, specifications and applicable standards.
Scope of Work
The Specialist contract shall include the following materials / works in their scope but
not limited to:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.

Design & Engineering of clean Agent fire suppression system;

Prepare workshop drawing and technical submittals;
Perform Flow calculation;
Clean Agent gas storage cylinders filled with gas and all hardware
accessories;
Cylinder Manifold and discharge piping;
Discharge Nozzles;
Gas low pressure switch & Gas discharge pressure switch;
Fire Detection and Alarm system c/w Optical smoke detectors, manual
release, Auto / Manual selector switch, Abort unit, First stage Alarm bell,

second stage Alarm sounder, strobe horn, Gas discharge warning sign and
associated cabling etc.;
9. Gas release control panel
i.
Interlock wiring and conduit for shutdown of HVAC, dampers and/or
electric power supplies, relays or shunt trip breakers.
ii.
Integrity Test and Functional test;
iii.
Training to the client representatives;
iv.
Provide as Built drawings and Operation & Maintenance Manuals.
The work listed below shall be provided by others, or under other sections of this
specification:
1) 120 VAC or 208/220 VAC power supply to the Fire suppression control panel.
2) Connection to local/remote fire alarm systems, listed central alarm station.
3) Sealing of openings to maintain the protected room enclosure as Air tight.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
MANUFACTURER
1) The manufacturer of the Suppression System hardware and detection
components shall have a minimum of 10 years experience in the design and
manufacture of similar types of suppression systems and who can refer to similar
installations providing satisfactory service.
2) The name of the manufacturer, part numbers and serial numbers shall appear on
all major components.
3) All devices, components and equipment shall be new, standard products of the
manufacturers latest design and suitable to perform the functions intended.
4) All equipment shall be U.L listed and/or FM approved.
a. INSTALLER
1) The installing contractor shall be trained by the supplier to design, install, test
and maintain Suppression Systems.
2) The installing contractor shall be an experienced firm regularly engaged in
the installation of automatic Clean Agent, or similar, fire suppression systems
in strict accordance with all applicable standards.
3)
The installing contractor must have a minimum of eight (8) years
experience in the design, installation and testing of Clean Agent, or similar,
fire suppression systems. A list of systems of a similar nature and scope
shall be provided on request.
4) The installing contractor shall be an authorized stocking distributor of the
Clean Agent system equipment so that immediate replacement parts are
available from inventory.
5) The installing contractor shall show proof of emergency service available on a
twenty-four hour, seven-days-a-week basis.

b. SUBMITTALS
1) The installing contractor shall submit the following information for approval to
the local Fire Prevention Agency, owners Insurance Underwriter,
Architect/Engineer, and all other Authorities Having Jurisdiction before
starting installation:
a) Field installation layout drawings scale shall be 1:100m detailing the
location of all agent storage tanks, pipe runs, including pipe sizes and
lengths, control panel(s), detectors, manual pull stations, abort stations,
audible and visual alarms, etc.
b) Auxiliary details and information such as maintenance panels, door
holders, special sealing requirements and equipment shutdowns.
c) Separate layouts, or drawings, shall be provided for each level, ( i.e.;
room, underfloor, and above ceiling) and for mechanical and electrical
work.
d) A separate layout or drawing shall show isometric details of agent storage
containers, mounting details and proposed pipe runs and sizes.
Electrical layout drawings shall show the location of all devices and include point-topoint conduit runs and a description of the method(s) used for detector mounting.
Internal control panel wiring diagram shall include power supply requirements and
field wiring termination points.
Graphic Annunciator wiring schematics and dimensioned display panel illustration
shall be provided. (Optional device)
Complete flow calculations shall be provided from a U.L. listed computer program,
for all engineered Clean Agent systems. Calculation sheet(s) must include the
manufacturers name and U.L. listing number for verification. The individual sections
of pipe and each fitting to be used, as shown on the isometrics, must be identified
and included in the calculation. Total agent discharge time must be shown and
detailed by zone.
Provide calculations for the battery stand-by power supply taking into consideration
the power requirements of all alarms, initiating devices and auxiliary components
under full load conditions.
A complete sequence of operation detailing all alarm devices, shutdown functions,
remote signaling, damper operation, time delay and agent discharge for each zone
or system.
CLEAN AGENT SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
A) The system shall be a Total Flood Clean Agent Suppression System supplied &
installed by an Authorised by the manufacturer.
B) The system shall provide minimum design concentration of 7.0%, by volume, in
all areas and/or protected spaces, at the minimum anticipated temperature within

the protected area. System design shall not exceed the NOAEL value of 9.0%,
adjusted for maximum space temperature anticipated, unless provisions for room
evacuation, before agent release, are provided.
C) The system shall be complete in all ways. It shall include all mechanical and
electrical installation, all detection and control equipment, agent storage
containers, FM 200 agent, discharge nozzles, pipe and fittings, manual release
and abort stations, audible and visual alarm devices, auxiliary devices and
controls, shutdowns, alarm interface, caution/ advisory signs, functional checkout
and testing, training and all other operations necessary for a functional, U.L.
Listed and/or F.M. approved FM 200 Clean Agent Suppression System.
D) Provide two (2) inspections during the first year of service. Inspections shall be
made at 6 month intervals commencing when the system is first placed into
normal service.
E) The general contractor shall be responsible for sealing and securing the
protected spaces against agent loss and/or leakage during the 10 minute "hold"
period.
F) The system(s) shall be actuated by cross zoned photoelectric detectors installed
at a maximum spacing of 250 sq. ft. (23.2 sq. m) per detector, in both the room,
underfloor and above ceiling protected spaces. If the air flow is one air change
per minute, photoelectric detectors shall be installed at a spacing not to exceed
125 sq. ft. (11.6 sq. m) per detector. (Ref. NFPA No. 72 - current edition)
G) Detectors shall be wired in Sequential Detection method of operation, standard
Cross-Zoned detection, or Single Detector Release, using either a Class "A" or
Class "B" wiring arrangement. No other detection / wiring arrangements will be
acceptable.
H) Automatic operation of each protected area shall be as follows:
1) Actuation of one (1) detector, within the system, shall:
a) Illuminate the "ALARM" lamp on the control panel face.
b) Energize an alarm bell and/or an optional visual indicator.
c) Transfer sets of 5 Amp rated auxiliary contacts which can perform
auxiliary system functions such as:
1) Operate door holder/closures on access doors.
2) Transmit a signal to a fire alarm system.
3) Shutdown HVAC equipment.
d) Light an individual lamp on an optional graphic annunciator.
2) Actuation of a 2nd detector, within the system, shall:
a) Illuminate the "PRE-DISCHARGE" lamp on the control panel face.
b) Energize a predischarge horn or horn/strobe device.
c) Shut down the HVAC system and/or close dampers.
d) Start time-delay sequence (not to exceed 60 seconds). System abort
sequence is enabled at this time.
e) Light an individual lamp on an optional graphic annunciator.
3) After completion of the time-delay sequence, the HFC-227ea Clean Agent
system shall discharge and the following shall occur:
a) Illuminate a "SYSTEM FIRED" lamp on the control panel face.

b) Shutdown of all power to high-voltage equipment

c) Energize a visual indicator(s) outside the hazard in which the discharge
occurred.
d) Energize a "System Fired" audible device. (Optional)
4) The system shall be capable of being actuated by manual discharge devices
located at each hazard exit. Operation of a manual device shall duplicate the
sequence description above except that the time delay and abort functions
SHALL be bypassed. The manual discharge station shall be of the electrical
actuation type and shall be supervised at the main control panel.
MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
The Clean Agent System materials and equipment shall be standard products of the
supplier's latest design and suitable to perform the functions intended. When one or
more pieces of equipment must perform the same function(s), they shall be
duplicates produced by one manufacturer.
1) All devices and equipment shall be U/L Listed and or FM approved.
2) Clean Agent System and Distribution:
Each system shall have its own supply of clean agent.
The system design shall be modular type.
Systems shall be designed in accordance with the manufacturer's guidelines.
3) Each supply container shall be located outside the hazard area, or as near as
possible, to reduce the amount of pipe and fittings required to install the
system.
4) The clean agent shall be stored in Agent Storage Containers. Containers
shall be super-pressurized, with dry Nitrogen, to an operating pressure of 360
psi @ 70 F. (2482 kpa at 21 C). Containers shall be of high-strength alloy
steel construction and conform to NFPA 2001.
5) Clean agent containers with an Impulse valve can be actuated by the
following methods and Solenoid valve is not allowed:
Method 1: Electric actuation Single container system with Impulse valve
operator (IVO) & Impulse release Module (IRM)
Method 2: Electric actuation Multi container system with Impulse valve
operator (IVO) & Impulse release Module (IRM)
Method 3: Electric & Pneumatic actuation Two container system with
Impulse valve operator (IVO) & Impulse valve pneumatic operator (IVPO)
Method 4: Electric & Pneumatic actuation Multi container system with
Impulse valve operator (IVO) & Impulse valve pneumatic operator (IVPO)
6) Each container shall have a pressure gauge and low pressure switch to
provide visual and electrical supervision of the container pressure. The low

pressure switch shall be wired to the control panel to provide an audible and
visual "Supervisory" alarm in the event the container pressure drops below
288 psi (1986 kpa). The pressure gauge shall be color coded to provide an
easy, visual indication of container pressure.
7) Each container shall have a pressure relief provision that automatically
operates when the internal temperature exceeds 150F. (66C).
8) Engineered discharge nozzles shall be provided, within the manufacturers
guidelines, to distribute the clean agent throughout the protected spaces.
The nozzles shall be designed to provide proper agent quantity and
distribution.
a) Nozzles shall be available in pipe sizes 3/8 thru 2.0 (BPS 10mm thru
50mm). Each size shall be available in 180 and 360 distribution
patterns.
b) Ceiling plates, can be used with the nozzles to conceal pipe entry holes
through ceiling tiles.
9) Distribution piping, and fittings, shall be installed in accordance with the
manufacturer's requirements, NFPA 2001 and approved piping standards
and guidelines. All distribution piping shall be installed by qualified individuals
using good, accepted practices and quality procedures. All piping shall be
adequately supported and anchored at all directional changes and nozzle
locations.
a) All piping shall be seamless, schedule 80, reamed, blown clear and
swabbed with suitable solvents to remove burrs, mill varnish and cutting
oils before assembly.
b) All pipe fitting shall be malleable iron, threaded with suitable pressure
rating of class 300. The threads shall be sealed with Teflon tape pipe
sealant applied to the male thread ONLY.
c) All pipes and fittings shall be UL-listed.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
CONTROL PANEL
The Control System, and its components, shall be UL listed and FM approved for
releasing service and be suitable for clean Agent release service.
The Control System shall perform all functions necessary to operate the system
detection, actuation and auxiliary functions, as outlined.
The Control System shall be capable of providing 7AH or 18AH battery standby
power supplies.
The Control System shall be microprocessor based with hardware and software
integration designed to guarantee reliability.
The Control System shall support Cross Zoned, Sequential, Single Detector Release
and Manual Release detection/actuation methods.
The Control System shall provide the following capabilities and functions:

a. Three (3) Class B (Style Y) indicating appliance circuits rated for 2.0 amps @
24 VDC.
b. Four (4) Class B (Style A) initiating circuits
c. Optional Class A (Style D) module for initiating circuits
d. Eight (8) Status LEDs plus alpha-numeric display for troubleshooting: AC
normal; alarm; pre-discharge; release; supervisory; trouble; alarms silenced
and system abort.
e. Programmable pre-discharge and discharge timers
f. Resettable and continuous auxiliary output power
g. Five (5) optional Abort types
h. Intelligent Transistor protection to prevent noise spikes and microprocessor
failure from inadvertently activating release outputs
i. A dedicated Disarm switch for release outputs
j. Dedicated alarm and trouble contacts programmable for alarm, trouble, predischarge, discharge, abort, supervisory or waterflow functions, depending on
panel configuration.
k. Two (2) Form C relays, rated at 5 amps, are provided on the panel board.
Installation of the optional SRM4 Relay Module (P/N 10-2176) will provide
four (4) additional 5 amp relays.
l. Multiple input power source - 120 VAC or 208/220 VAC @ 50/60 Hz
m. 2.6 amp @ 24 VDC power supply to operate high current draw horns and
strobes. Capable of allowing expansion to 8 amp external power supply for a
total of 10.6 amps of available power.
n. Available in either Red or Gray finish
Optical Smoke Detector
The detectors shall be spaced and installed in accordance with the manufacturer's
specifications and the guidelines of NFPA 72 current edition.
The optical smoke detector shall continuously measures the smoke level in the air,
and gives a proportional output. It shall comply with the requirements of EN54 part
7.
The detector shall be an optical light scattering type sensitive to visible smoke and
be stable under all environmental conditions. The internal test and calibration circuits
shall use the same optical elements as the smoke sensing circuits, to ensure
reliability.
A light emitting diode (LED) on the base must illuminate when a detector is in alarm.
MANUAL RELEASE (Electric)
The electric manual release switch shall be a dual action device which provides a
means of manually discharging the Suppression System.
The Manual Release switch or Manual Pull station shall be a dual action device(s)
requiring two distinct operations to initiate a system actuation.

Manual actuation shall bypass the time delay and abort functions, shall cause the
system to discharge, and shall cause all release and shutdown devices to operate in
the same manner as if the system had operated automatically.
A Manual Release switch shall be located at each exit from the protected hazard and
shall have an advisory sign, provided at each location.
ABORT STATION
The optional Abort Station shall be the "Dead Man" type and shall be located next to
each manual switch.
The Abort Station shall be supervised and shall indicate a trouble condition at the
Control Panel, if depressed, and no alarm condition exists.
"Locking" or "Keyed" abort stations shall not be permitted.
The Abort Station shall be located adjacent to each manual station.
AUDIBLE and VISUAL ALARMS
Alarm audible and visual signal devices shall operate from the Control Panel.
The Alarm Bell, Alarm Horn and Horn/Strobe devices shall operate on 24 volts Dc
power to allow supervision of the circuit wires.
The alarm bell and horn shall deliver a minimum sound level of 92 decibels at a
distance of 3m.
Horn and strobe light are to operate simultaneous from one power supply with flash
rate of 1-3 flashes per second minimum over the listed input voltage range.
A Strobe device shall be placed outside, and above, each exit door from the
protected space. Provide an advisory sign at each light location.
CAUTION and ADVISORY SIGNS
Provide signs, as required, to comply with NFPA 2001 and the recommendations of
the equipment supplier:

Entrance sign: (1) required at each entrance to a protected space.

Manual Discharge sign: (1) required at each manual discharge station.
Flashing Light sign: (1) required at each flashing light over each exit from a
protected space.

SYSTEM AND CONTROL WIRING

All system wiring shall be furnished and installed by the contractor.

All wiring shall be installed in electrical metallic tubing (EMT), or conduit, and must
be installed and kept separate from all other building wiring.
All system components shall be securely supported independent of the wiring. Runs
of conduit and wiring shall be straight, neatly arranged, properly supported, installed
parallel and perpendicular to walls and partitions.
The sizes of the conductors shall be those specified by the manufacturer. Color
coded wire shall be used. All wires shall be tagged at all junction points and shall be
free from shorts, earth connections (unless so noted on the system drawings), and
crosses between conductors. Final terminations between the control panel and the
system field wiring shall be made under the direct supervision of a factory trained
representative.
All wiring shall be installed by qualified individuals, in a neat and workmanlike
manner, to conform to the National Electrical Code, Article 725, and Article 760,
except as otherwise permitted for limited energy circuits, as described in NFPA 72 current edition. Wiring installation shall meet all local, state, province and/or country
codes.
The complete system electrical installation, and all auxiliary components, shall be
connected to earth ground in accordance with the National Electrical Code.
SYSTEM INSPECTION AND CHECKOUT
After the system installation has been completed, the entire system shall be checked
out, inspected and functionally tested by qualified, trained personnel, in accordance
with the manufacturer's recommended procedures and NFPA standards.
All containers and distribution piping shall be checked for proper mounting and
installation.
All electrical wiring shall be tested for proper connection, continuity and resistance to
earth.
The complete system shall be functionally tested, in the presence of the owner or his
representative, and all functions, including system and equipment interlocks, must be
operational at least five (5) days prior to the final acceptance tests.
a. Each detector shall be tested in accordance with the manufacturer's
recommended procedures, and test values recorded.
b. All system and equipment interlocks, such as door release devices, audible
and visual devices, equipment shutdowns, local and remote alarms, etc. shall
function as required and designed.
c. Each control panel circuit shall be tested for trouble by inducing a trouble
condition into the system.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
Prior to final acceptance, the installing contractor shall provide operational training to
each shift of the owners personnel. Each training session shall include system
Control Panel operation, manual and abort functions, trouble procedures,
supervisory procedures, auxiliary functions and emergency procedures.
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
Prior to final acceptance, the installing contractor shall provide complete operation
and maintenance instruction manuals, four (4) copies for each system, to the owner.
All aspects of system operation and maintenance shall be detailed, including piping
isometrics, wiring diagrams of all circuits, a written description of the system design,
sequence of operation and drawing(s) illustrating control logic and equipment used in
the system. Checklists and procedures for emergency situations, troubleshooting
techniques, maintenance operations and procedures shall be included in the manual.
ACCEPTANCE TESTS
1) At the time "As-Built" drawings and maintenance/operations manuals are
submitted, the installing contractor shall submit a "Test Plan" describing
procedures to be used to test the control system(s). The Test Plan shall include
a step-by-step description of all tests to be performed and shall indicate the type
and location of test apparatus to be employed. The tests shall demonstrate that
the operational and installation requirements of this specification have been met.
All tests shall be conducted in the presence of the owner and shall not be
conducted until the Test Plan has been approved.
2) The tests shall demonstrate that the entire control system functions as designed
and intended.
All circuits shall be tested: automatic actuation, solenoid and
manual actuation, HVAC and power shutdowns, audible and visual alarm devices
and manual override of abort functions. Supervision of all panel circuits,
including AC power and battery power supplies, shall be tested and qualified.
3) A room pressurization test shall be conducted, in each protected space, to
determine the presence of openings which would affect the agent system
concentration levels. The test(s) shall be conducted using the Retro-Tec Corp.
Door Fan system, or equivalent, with integrated computer program. All testing
shall be in accordance with NFPA 2001.
4) If room pressurization testing indicates that openings exist which would result in
leakage and/or loss of the extinguishing agent, the installing contractor shall be
responsible for coordinating the proper sealing of the protected space(s) by the
general contractor or his sub-contractor or agent. The general contractor shall
be responsible for adequately sealing all protected space(s) against agent loss or
leakage. The installing contractor shall inspect all work to ascertain that the
protected space(s) have been adequately and properly sealed.
THE
SUPPRESSION
SYSTEM
INSTALLING
CONTRACTOR
SHALL
BE
RESPONSIBLE FOR THE SUCCESS OF THE ROOM PRESSURIZATION
TESTS. If the first room pressurization test is not successful, in accordance with

these specifications, the installing contractor shall direct the general contractor to
determine, and correct, the cause of the test failure. The installing contractor
shall conduct additional room pressurization tests, at no additional cost to the
owner, until a successful test is obtained. Copies of successful test results shall
be submitted to the owner for record.
5) Upon acceptance by the owner, the completed system(s) shall be placed into
service.
SYSTEM INSPECTIONS
The installing contractor shall provide two (2) inspections of each system, installed
under this contract, during the one-year warranty period. The first inspection shall be
at the six month interval, and the second inspection at the 12 month interval, after
system acceptance.
Inspections shall be conducted in accordance with the
manufacturer's guidelines and the recommendations of NFPA 2001.
Integrity Test must be done by qualified certified Engineer. The installer must have
UL Approved filling station in Qatar for refilling and maintenance purpose.
Documents certifying satisfactory system(s) operation shall be submitted to the
owner upon completion of each inspection.
WARRANTY
All system components furnished and installed under this contract, shall be
guaranteed against defects in design, materials and workmanship for the full
warranty period which is standard with the manufacturer, but in no case less than
one (1) year from the date of system acceptance.
AS-BUILT DRAWINGS
Upon completion of each system, the installing contractor shall provide four (4)
copies of system "As-Built" drawings to the owner. The drawings shall show actual
installation details including all equipment locations as well as piping routing details.
Show all room or facilities modifications, including door and/or damper installations
completed. One (1) copy of reproducible engineering drawings shall be provided
reflecting all actual installation details.

23.3.00

EXECUTION

23.3.01

PREPARATION

Ensure concrete bases are provided for floor mounted equipment.

23.3.02

INSTALLATION

A. Install Fire Protection System in compliance with applicable NFPA standards

(as referenced by the authority having jurisdiction.
B. Pipe and Fittings
1. Acceptable pipe connection methods:
Schedule 40: Cut grooves or threaded.
2. Acceptable pipe size reducers:
a. Reducing fittings.
b. Tapered reducers.
3. Companion flanges or reducing grooved couplings are unacceptable.
4. Install piping as follows, unless noted otherwise:
a. Parallel to walls.
b. Above suspended ceilings.
c. Behind walls.
5. Galvanized pipe and fittings:
a. Use where exposed to corrosive atmospheres in the following locations:
Exterior piping.
b. Field paint damaged galvanizing on pipe and fittings.
6. Label piping appropriately.
C. Pipe Supports
Install hangers in compliance with Section 15140 and NFPA 13 (as referenced by the
authority having jurisdiction). All pipe hangers bolts, nuts, washers and other
hardware to be hot dipped galvanized construction for use at the cooling towers. All
outdoor piping to be hot dipped galvanized construction with all threads coated to
prevent corrosion from outdoor elements.
D. Pipe Sleeves and Seals
Install sleeves and seals in compliance with Section 15140.

E. Drains
Provide drainage facilities as follows:
a. In accordance with NFPA standards, and as indicated.
b. Drain entire system by gravity.
c. Drain size not less than 3/4 inch.
d. Provide nipple and cap or brass plug for systems or partial systems of 5
gallons or less.
e. Provide valve and plug for systems or partial systems of more than 5 gallons.
F. Control Valves
1. Bolt position on lugged butterfly valves to allow removal of downstream piping.
2. Globe or ball valves to be used as shutoff valves for:
a. Water piping systems.
b. Drain valves.
c. Test valves.
G. Reduced Pressure (Zone Principal) Backflow Preventer
1. Size as indicated on plans.
2. Install where shown and
recommendations.

in

accordance

with

manufacturers

H. Standpipe and Fire hose Valves

Mount valves minimum 1070 mm and maximum 1525 mm above finished floor
elevation.
I. Alarms
Install electric alarms as follows:
a. Above fire department Siamese connection or as indicated on plans.
b. No less than 2.5 meters above finished grade.
c. Coordinate with Division 16 for electrical characteristics.
J. Supervisory Devices
1. Coordinate with Division 16 for electrical characteristics.
2. Provide supervisor (tamper) switch for each control valve.
3. Provide water flow switch for each wet pipe system and where otherwise
indicated.
a. Locate minimum distance recommended from change in flow direction.
b. Field adjust for proper flow retard.

K. Combination Test and Drain Connection

1. Locate in accessible location.
2. Pipe express drain discharge as directed on the drawings.
3. Provide pressure gauge at test connection with brass 3-way valve and test plug.
L. Down Spout Nozzle
1. Verify location with architectural elevations.
2. Provide pipe increaser for connection to nozzle when drain line size is less
than available minimum size nozzle outlet.
M. Fire Department Connections
1. Install fire department connections where indicated on plans.
2. Install not less than 1 meter and not more 1.2 meters above adjacent grade.
Verify with architectural elevations.
N. Sprinklers
1.
2.
3.
4.

Unless noted otherwise, provide sprinkler types as indicated on drawings.

Install sprinklers in fittings after piping is in place.
Install exposed sprinklers with frame parallel to branch line.
Install sprinkler guards where sprinklers are within 2.2 meters of floor, or
when subject to injury.
5. Line sprinklers up with themselves.
6. Prior to Date of Substantial Completion, deliver spare heads and wrench and
place in spare head cabinet(s).
O. Cabinets
Mount cabinets at elevation indicated on architectural drawings.
P. Signs
Provide permanent signs to identify:
a. Drains.
b. Test connections.
c. Shut-off valves.
d. Risers supplying hydraulically designed systems.
e. Each alarm.
Q. Power Wiring: Furnished and installed under Division 16.

23.3.03

FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Arrange, conduct, and document all performance and acceptance tests required
by the applicable NFPA Standards and the authority having jurisdiction.
1. Give sufficient advance notice of time of test (2 week minimum).
2. Test must be witnessed by:
a. Owner's fire department and maintenance representative.
b. Architect/Engineer representative.
c. Authorized inspector.
d. Owner's insurance representative.
3. Deficiencies to be corrected at no additional cost to owner.
4. Use new pipe and fittings as necessary to correct leaks.
5. Temporary repairs of leaks not acceptable.
6. Repair water damage caused by leaks or test procedures.
B. Conduct tests prior to:
1. Painting.
2. Covering.
3. Concealing in any way.
C. Pressure test control valves as follows:
1. While under full system pressure.
2. Open and close each valve.
3. Demonstrate proper operation to owner.
D. Test drain valves and test valves as follows:
1. Open to full flow for two minutes.
2. Close to test for tightness.
23.3.04 CLEANING AND FLUSHING
Procedure:
1. Clean and flush piping systems and connections in accordance with the
applicable NFPA Standards and the authority having jurisdiction.
2. Connect hoses to outlets and discharge to sewer.
3. Discharge water must be free of rust, stain and discoloration.
4. Remove stains caused by discharge.
5. Replace equipment and materials that cannot be cleaned.
6. Provide hoses and hose connections for this work.
23.3.05

PRE-COMMISSIONING WORKS

Tubes and all items of equipment shall be delivered stored and maintained in
storage with their open ends effectively plugged, capped or sealed. All fittings, valves
and sundry items shall be stored in clean bins or bagged and stored in suitable

racks. All such stored items shall be maintained under weather proofed cover to be
supplied by the contractor until they are ready for incorporation in the works.
Particular care shall be taken to ensure that electrical equipment and components
are kept clean and dry.
Before installations are handed over or subjected to the inspection and tests the
entire installation shall be thoroughly cleaned, both internally and externally.
All fire protection installations shall be flushed out with clean water. During the
flushing out provision shall be made to exclude any item of plant, which could be
damaged by the cleaning operation. The entire operation shall be carried out to the
satisfaction of the consultant.
23.3.06

TESTING

All paperwork and the whole installation shall be hydraulic pressure tested to twice
the normal working pressure or 16.0 bars whichever is greater. The Pressure shall
be maintained for a period of not less than 24 hours, and the drop in pressure
recorded, and the drop in pressure shall be within the specified limits and as per the
relevance British standards.
Any equipment fitted not suitable for this pressure test shall be adequately protected
from the system during the tests.
All leaks are to be immediately repaired and the installations re-tested until the above
requirements are obtained.
All the required tests are to be performed before application of the paint and valve
adjustments made with the pumps in operation.
The Consultants decision will be final and binding the contractor.
23.3.07

PAINTING

All pipe works for the fire fighting services shall be given one coat of rich primer and
two coats of Post office Red paint after installation and pressure testing.
23.3.08

LABELS AND IDENTIFICATION

All items of Fire Protection Services shall be labeled and identified as required, and
as per the requirements of the Fire Department.

23.3.09

SCHEDULE OF APPROVED MANUFACTURES

ITEM

MANUFACTURER

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN

1. Hose Reels & Cabinets

THORN NORSEN
NAFFCO
MOYNE
NOHA

UK
UAE
IRELAND
NORWAY

2. Sprinkler Heads

VICTAULIC
TYCO
VIKING
GLOBE

USA
USA
USA
USA

3. Control Valves

KIDDE
GLOBE
NIBCO
KENNEDY

UK
USA
USA
USA

4. Landing Valve

ANGUS
GIACOMINI
TYCO
MOYNE

UK ITALY
USA
IRELAND

5. Fire Extinguisher

CHUBB
NAFFCO
ANGUS
MOYNE

UK
UAE
UK
IRELAND

6. Fire Fighting Pipes

SURYA
ECONOSTO
PACIFIC
SHIELD

INDIA
EUROPE
THAILAND
UK

7. Fire Fighting Fittings

(Threaded)

CRANE
SHIELD
NIPPON
ECONOSTO

UK UK
JAPAN
EUROPE

8. Fire Fighting Fittings

(Groove Mechanical)

VICTAULIC
GRINNEL
SHIELD
NATIONAL

USA
USA
UK
USA

9.

ITT AURORA
PATTERSON
R- B PUMPS

USA
USA
USA
USA

NAFFCO
MOYNE
CHUBB

UAE
IRELAND
USA

Fire Pumps

10. Fire Blankets