VOLUME 1 - Civil & Architectural Specifications

PROPOSED CAST ALUMINIUM PLANT
AT KIZAD, ABU DHABI

VOLUME - 1
CIVIL & ARCHITECTURAL SPECIFICATIONS
DOCUMENT NUMBER: CAIPACESPECCA01

DESCRIPTION
DATE
AUTHOR
CHECKED BY
Issued for Tender
21st August
2014
Swaroop Abraham,
Hani Akkari
Faisal Majeed
CLIENT:
MASTER DEVELOPER:
APPROVED BY
Faisal Majeed
REV
R0
DESIGN CONSULTANT:
Proposed Cast Aluminium Plant @ KIZAD, Abu Dhabi

ADM Project Number: 201355150
VOLUME 1: Civil & Architectural Specifications

Revision Number: R0
Section AA. Excavation and Earthworks
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EXCAVATION AND EARTHWORKS

1.1.
Nature of Soil
1.2.
Original levels
1.3.
Site investigation report
1.4.
Excavation
1.5.
Finish of excavation and inspection
1.6.
Removal of water
1.7.
Sheeting and shoring
1.8.
Storage and disposal of excavated material
1.9.
Utilities trench excavation
1.10.
Filling, back-filling and compaction
1.11.
Soil improvement by Vibro-compaction.
1.12.
Disposition of existing utilities
1.13.
Safety of adjoining existing buildings/structures
1.14.
De-watering
1.15.
Site clearance
1.16.
Demolitions
1.17.
Blinding
1.18.
Polythene Sheeting
1.19.
Bitumen Treatment / Protection
1.20.
Protective membrane to U/G Reinforced Concrete Structures
1.21.
Depth of foundations
1.22.
Anti-termite Treatment
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EXCAVATION AND EARTHWORKS

All Materials shall be of the best quality and to the approval of the Engineer in accordance to the
relevant standards such as ASTM, British Standards, ACI, IBC-UPC and Agreement Board
Certificates noted in Specifications and the Local Authorities the ESTIDAMA Credits
Requirements to be fulfilled for obtaining the required Pearl Ratings for the Project.
Workmanship shall be to the highest required standards and codes of practices.
1.1.
NATURE OF SOIL
The Contractor is to visit the Site and ascertain for himself the condition of the surface of the
excavations, previously completed by others and the type of substrata encountered in the
excavation.
The Contractor shall judge for himself the nature of the ground and shall be fully responsible for
ascertaining all necessary information concerning strain, permanent water table, periods of
rainfall, flooding of the site and all matters affecting the excavations and foundation work. No
extra will be allowed due to want of knowledge in this respect.
The methods of excavation which the Contractor desires to use shall be at the sole discretion of
the Contractor.
The Contractor shall confirm to the Engineer that excavations are ready to receive foundation
concrete and shall obtain consent before depositing concrete. Any concrete deposited before
consent is given may, at the Engineers request, be broken up and removed at the Contractors
expense and the work re-executed at no extra cost to the Employer.
In the event of additional excavation being made deeper than required, the Contractor shall fill in
the excavated void to the correct profile with hardcore or with sulphate resistance mass concrete
as described in the "Concrete Work" Section hereinafter, at his own expense, and to the
satisfaction of the Engineer.
1.2.
ORIGINAL LEVELS
A survey of the existing site excavation shall be made and the results of same submitted to the
Engineer before commencement of the work.
1.3.
SITE INVESTIGATION REPORT

Site investigation report has been carried out for the engineering design at the consultancy stage.
The Contractor shall carry out his own further site investigation as required.
1.4.
EXCAVATION
Excavation shall be carried out in all materials and by whatever means are necessary accurately
to the lines and levels shown on the Drawings, or as ordered by the Engineer.
No blasting of any kind will be permitted without the written permission of the Engineer.
Slopes and formation surfaces shall be trimmed true to line and the required profiles shall be left
well consolidated, neat and smooth.
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Any additional excavation occasioned by slips, falls, wash-ins, etc., shall be made good at the
Contractor's expense with mass concrete or approved filling materials as ordered by the
Engineer's Representative.
1.5.
FINISH OF EXCAVATION AND INSPECTION

The Engineer's Representative shall inspect all the excavations before commencement of further
work and the Contractor shall notify the Engineer's Representative when excavations are ready
for inspection.
The Engineer's Representative may instruct the Contractor to test the bearing capacity of the soil
in the bottom of excavations. Upon receipt of such instructions, the Contractor shall forthwith
carry out such tests as the Engineer's Representative may instruct.
Should the bottoms of excavation be found to be unsuitable as bearing surfaces as a result of
such tests or inspection by the Engineer's Representative, the Contractor shall excavate further as
directed until a satisfactory bearing surface is achieved.
No excavation shall be refilled nor any permanent work commenced until the formation has been
inspected by the Engineer's Representative and his permission to proceed given.
1.6.
REMOVAL OF WATER
The excavations shall at all times be kept free from storm water, percolating water or subsoil
water by means of de-watering Systems installed by the Employers previous contractor, and
handed over to the Main Contractor for continued operation. The Contractor shall provide,
maintain and clear away on completion any equipment necessary together with temporary drains
and the like. Under no circumstances shall concrete be poured, fill placed, pipes laid or
appurtenances installed in excavations containing water.
1.7.
SHEETING AND SHORING

Shoring shall be provided where required, at the excavations to ensure complete safety against
collapse of soil at sides of excavations, to provide protection of workmen and to prevent damage
to adjacent property, structures, paving and utilities.
1.8.
STORAGE AND DISPOSAL OF EXCAVATED MATERIAL

Any additional excavated material shall be removed from site.
1.9.
UTILITIES TRENCH EXCAVATION

Utilities shall generally be installed in open cut trenches except that short connections may be
tunneled if in the opinion of the Engineer's Representative, the pipe or duct can be safely and
properly installed and back-fill can be properly placed and compacted in such tunneled section.
Bottom of trenches shall be graded evenly to secure the required falls for pipes and to ensure
bearing over the entire length of the pipe. Bottoms of trenches shall be firm undisturbed soil,
other than topsoil and free from rock, stones, hard substances, rubbish, and the like. Where rock,
stones or other hard materials occur, these shall be removed for a depth of at least 150mm and
the space back-filled with selected sand or granular material compacted in accordance with backfill requirements. No such material shall be excavated or back-filling carried out without the
approval of the Engineer's Representative.
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1.10. FILLING, BACK-FILLING AND COMPACTION

All filling material shall be imported. The imported filling material shall be sand and obtained
from an approved source in accordance with the latest instructions issued by the Department of
Municipalities regarding the winning of material for filling. Imported filling material shall
contain no perishable or organic rubbish and no particles. The maximum dry density of the
material shall be not less than 1600 kg/m.
Care shall be taken when filling or back-filling to avoid any wedging action or eccentric action
upon or against the structure of the work. Before placing of fill, the surface of the sub-grade shall
be compacted at optimum water content to the same percentage of maximum dry density
required of subsequent layers.
Filling and back-filling shall be placed in layers not exceeding 150mm thick (after compaction).
Each layer shall be uniformly spread and shall be moistened or dried by aeration when required
to ensure the optimum water content and shall be compacted uniformly by hand or machine
methods of specified density as follows:Filling under,
concrete beds, side walks
and other bearing situations
At least 98%
maximum dry
density
Fill within 300mm, measured horizontally,

of foundation walls, retaining walls,
edges of footings, and other below-grade
vertical surfaces. When machine compacted,
compaction shall be by means of a 6 ton
smooth wheeled roller.
At least 95%
maximum dry
density
The Engineer's Representative shall have the right to disapprove any compacting device of
inadequate capacity or in his opinion, of type unsuited to the character of the material being
compacted. Heavy equipment for spreading and compacting fill and back-fill shall not be
operated closer to walls than a distance to the difference in height between the top of the footings
and the layer being compacted
Testing to determine the density of in place soil shall be by means of ASSHTO Standard Method
of Test T147 or in accordance with BS 1377: 1975. The number of density tests per layer shall
be as instructed by the Engineer's Representative.
When back-filling behind retaining walls, basement walls and the like the said structures shall be
kept propped during the complete operation. The hydraulic compaction of fill shall not be
permitted and the back-filling shall be carried out in layers not exceeding 150mm thick. Each
layer shall be compacted to 90% of the modified compaction. No back-filling shall be carried out
until the wall concrete has achieved its full works cube strength and care shall be exercised so as
not to damage the external tanking membrane and its protection.
Trenches shall not be back-filled until all required pressure tests have been performed and until
the utility systems, as installed, conform to the requirements of the Specifications governing
mechanical, electrical, and utility work.
Where, in the opinion of the Engineer's Representative, damage is likely to result from
withdrawing sheeting, the sheeting shall be left in place. The trenches shall be carefully backfilled with approved back-filling materials, as herein before specified, deposited in 150mm
layers and thoroughly and carefully hand tamped until the pipe has a cover of not less than
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300mm for electric ducts, and 600mm for sewers and water mains. Where the pipe is specially
coated for protection against corrosion, care shall be taken not to damage the coating. The
remainder of the back-fill material shall then be placed in 150mm layers, and compacted by hand
hammers or mechanical tampers to at least 90% maximum dry density. Settling the back-fill with
water will be permitted, and will be a requirement, when so directed by the Engineer's
Representative. Any trenches improperly back-filled, or where settlement occurs, shall be
reopened to the depth required for compaction, then refilled and compacted, with surface
restored to the required grade and compaction, mounded over and smoothed off.
Open trenches across parking areas and trenches at other areas to be paved shall be back-filled as
specified above, except that the entire depth of the trench shall be back-filled in 150mm layers
and each layer shall be moistened and compacted to at least 98% of maximum dry density, to
provide the required bearing value, so that construction or paving over the area can proceed
immediately after back-filling is completed. Along all other portions of the trenches, the ground
shall be graded to a reasonable uniformity and the mounding over of the trenches left in a
uniform and neat condition to the satisfaction of the Engineer's Representative.
Field control density tests shall be made by the Contractor as directed by the Engineer's
Representative to determine the degree of compaction being obtained by field compaction
procedures during construction of sub grade. Each lift of material placed by the Contractor shall
be subject to the approval of the Engineer's Representative. No material shall be placed on a
prepared sub grade, without the prior acceptance of the sub grade by the Engineer's
Representative. Sub grade shall be compacted throughout to 98% of maximum density at
optimum moisture content.
Compaction equipment shall consist of smooth power rollers or other equipment which will
produce the compaction 7kg/cm2. No compaction equipment may be employed for the
permanent work without the approval of the Engineer's Representative. Material in the layers
shall not be compacted when the moisture content is more than 2 percentage points above or 3
percentage points below the optimum moisture content except for cohesive materials for which
no optimum point can be obtained.
If the material is too dry, immediate steps shall be taken to rectify the situation and no additional
materials shall be placed until the compaction can be resumed and the required moisture content
and densities required can be met. If the material is too wet, compacting work and placement of
additional fill shall be delayed until the material has dried to the extent that the required moisture
content will be required through the layer for the particular soil involved, wetting or drying and
manipulation of the material will be required, if necessary, to accomplish this objective. During
the progress of the work, the Engineer's Representative will inspect the material as to type,
condition, moisture content and densities, and may direct the location of its placement in the fill.
The compaction of each layer shall be completed both in widths and longitudinal extent before
the next lift is started. The quantity of material being placed shall not exceed the capacity of the
compaction equipment. The Contractor shall make "in place" density and moisture
determinations and the Engineer's Representative will approve the compaction and moisture
contents of each layer. The distribution of materials shall be such that the compacted materials
will be free from lenses, pockets, streaks or other imperfections. Based on unsatisfactory results
of 'in place' density and other moisture tests, the Engineer's Representative will require the
Contractor to obtain the specified valued for these items, including, if necessary, replacement of
work. The Contractor shall be responsible for the stability of all fill made under the Contract
until the work has been accepted by the Engineer's Representative and shall replace any portion
which, in the opinion of the Engineer's Representative has become displaced.
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Compact fill shall consist of approved materials obtained either from excavations or from other
approved sources. Compacted fill shall comprise suitable granular materials well graded and
shall not include perishable matter or an excess of fines and should give a dense fill layer.
The material shall be free of organic matter and have the following properties:
Minimum Soaked CBR of 15% when he material is compacted to 95% of the maximum
dry density.
Insitu CBR of 10% when the compacted layer is field tested at site.
Liquid Limit not more that 35% and plasticity index not more than 6%.
Linear Shrinkage not exceeding 3%
Water Soluble Salts not more than 0.5% by weight of dry material.
Organic Materials no organic material permissible
Maximum Particle Size not more than 75 mm; max passing sieve No.200 < 30%
Lab CBR Tests as determined by Test 16, BS 1377.
Sulphate Content as per BS 1377 0.5% maximum.
Chloride Content as per BS 812 1% maximum.
Field Density Test as determined by Test 15B of BS 1377.
Linear Shrinkage Test as determined by AASHTO T92: Not to exceed 3%
Organic Matter Test as determined by Test 8 of BS 1377.
Maximum Dry Density at Optimum Moisture Content as determined by Test 13, BS
1377, but not less than 1600 kg/m3.
Liquid Limit as determined by BS 1377; 1975: 2.2 (Test 2 A : Preferred method using
the cone penetrometer)
Plasticity Index as determined by BS 1377: 1975 2.4: Less than 6%
Prior to any approval of the source of fill material, tests will be performed to ascertain that the
material complies with the above minimum requirements. Subsequently if different material is to
be used other than the approved one, new tests shall be carried out.
Tests for Density and Compaction
The following gives the minimum testing required for fill. Additional or more frequent tests may
be required if materials vary or workmanship is inconsistent:
a)
Laboratory tests for MDD, optimum moisture contents, for each layer.
b)
Field density and moisture content, insitu CBR, for each layer as required by the Engineer.
The areas shall be rejected if the resulting test results do not satisfy specified requirements.
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1.11. SOIL IMPROVEMENT BY VIBRO COMPACTION.

Vibro-compaction is a ground improvement technique that densifies clean, cohesion-less
granular soils by means of a down-hole vibrator.
The vibrator is typically suspended from a crane and lowered vertically into the soil under its
own weight. Penetration is usually aided by water jets integrated into the vibrator assembly.
After reaching the bottom of the treatment zone, the soils are densified in lifts as the probe is
extracted. During vibro compaction, clean sand back-fill is typically added at the ground surface
to compensate for the reduction in soil volume resulting from the densification process. The
vibratory energy reduces the inter-granular forces between the soil particles, allowing them to
move into a denser configuration, typically achieving a relative density of 70 to 85 percent. The
treated soils have increased density, friction angle and stiffness. Compaction is achieved above
and below the water table.
The improved soil characteristics depend on the soil type and gradation, spacing of the
penetration points and the time spent performing the compaction. Generally, the vibro
compaction penetration spacing is between 1.8 m and 4.3 m, with centers arranged on a
triangular or square pattern. Compaction takes place without setting up internal stresses in the
soil, thus ensuring permanent densification.
The use of clean sand back-fill during vibro compaction allows the original site elevation to be
maintained. However, on sites where the planned final grade is below the existing grade,
lowering of the site elevation may be desirable. In these instances, the ground surface is allowed
to subside during the compaction effort.
Vibro-compaction permits the use of economical spread footings with design bearing pressures
generally of 240 kpa up to 480 kpa .Settlement and seismic liquefaction potentials are reduced.
The required treatment depth is typically in the range of 4.5 to 15 m. Examples of previously
performed applications include increasing bearing capacity, decreasing settlement and mitigating
liquefaction for planned structures, embankments, railways and roadways.
Vibro-compaction rigs can be fully instrumented with an on-board computer to monitor
parameters during vibro-compaction. Monitoring these parameters allows the operator to correct
any deviations in real-time during the construction process to keep the vibro compaction within
project specifications. Data from the Data Acquisition (DAQ) system such as amperage and lift
rate are recorded and displayed in real-time alongside specified target values on an in-cab
monitor.
1.12. DISPOSITION OF EXISTING UTILITIES
Before commencing any construction work, the Contractor shall obtain from the various utilities
Departments, Companies or Employer the location of any existing utilities on the Site. Active
utilities on the Site shall be carefully protected from damage, relocated or removed as required
by the work. When an active utility line is exposed during construction, its location and elevation
shall be plotted on the Record Drawings and both the Engineer's Representative and the utility
owner notified in writing.
Inactive or abandoned utilities encountered during construction operations shall be removed,
plugged or capped. The location of such utility shall be noted on the Record Drawings and
reported in writing to the Engineer's Representative.
Active utility lines damaged during the course of construction operations shall be repaired or
replaced as determined by the Engineer's Representative at the Contractor's expense.
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Immediately, when an active utility line is damaged, the Contractor shall notify the Engineer's
Representative and the utility owners by telephone and in writing.
1.13. SAFETY OF ADJOINING EXISTING BUILDINGS/STRUCTURES
The Contractor shall take all necessary precautions during the excavation for the Works
particularly those excavation which are adjoining existing buildings/structures and shall protect
such buildings/structures from the damage or collapse by means of temporary or permanent
shoring, strutting, sheet piling or underpinning or excavation in short lengths and/or other
methods as he deems fit also he shall properly support all foundations, trenches, walls, floors, etc.
affecting the safety of the adjoining existing buildings/structures.
The Contractor shall alter, adopt and maintain all such works described above for the whole
period of the Contract and shall finally clear away and make good all damages done.
The construction and efficiency of the shoring, underpinning, strutting and the like for the
purpose for which it is erected shall be the responsibility of the Contractor, should any
subsidence or any other damage occur due to the inefficiency of the shoring, underpinning,
strutting and the like or any other support provided, the damage shall be made good by the
Contractor at his own expense and responsibility.
The shoring, strutting, piling and the like, shall be executed in such a manner as to cause as little
inconvenience as possible to adjoining owners or the public and the Contractor shall be
responsible for negotiating with the adjoining owners the means to safeguard their property and
for the use of any portion of their land for the purpose of executing the excavations and no
claims submitted on this ground will be entertained.
The Contractor shall be held solely responsible for the safety of the adjoining existing
buildings/structures the sufficiency of all temporary or permanent shoring, underpinning, piling,
and the like. The Contractor shall keep the Engineer informed as to manner in which he intends
to proceed with the execution of the excavations and obtain his approval, such approval if given
shall not absolve the Contractor of his responsibility under this Clause.
The Contractor shall save harmless and indemnify the Employer in respect of all claims,
demands, proceedings, damages, costs, charges and expenses whatsoever arising out of or in
relation to any such matters in so far as the Contractor is responsible under this Clause.
1.14. DE-WATERING
Surface water and ground water shall be prevented from flowing into excavations and from
flooding the project site and surrounding areas.
Water shall not be allowed to accumulate in excavations and the Contractor shall provide and
maintain pumps, well points, sumps, suction and discharge lines, and other de-watering system
components necessary to continuously convey water away from excavations.
Temporary drainage systems, pumps and/or other diversions outside excavation limits shall be
established and maintained to convey rain water and water removed from excavations to
discharge locations.
Surface and subsurface water encountered in the course of the work shall be collected and
properly disposed of.
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The Contractor shall maintain adequate supervision and control, to ensure that stability of
excavated and constructed slopes are not adversely affected by water, erosion is controlled;
flooding of excavation or damage to structures does not occur.
The Contractor shall ensure that groundwater removal will not cause settlement of adjacent soil,
or any displacement, settlement or damage to permanent and temporary works, existing
structures, roads, utilities and other property. He shall monitor conditions at all times to
determine that no soil or fines is removed in the pumped water which would cause displacement,
settlement or damage.
Water removed from excavations shall be disposed of in a manner to avoid endangering public
health, property and portions of work under construction or completed. Sumps, sedimentation
tanks, oil separators, and other flow control devices shall be provided as required by Local
Authorities.
Settling tanks are to be provided to collect earth fines and other sediment from pumped water
before it enters the discharge system. Tanks are to be cleaned out on a regular basis to ensure
that only clear water is discharged by the system.
The water pumped from the excavations or well points shall be conveyed to a discharge location
approved by the Local Authorities. Under no circumstances may water be disposed of in the
Municipality's foul sewer system.
Stand-by equipment is to be provided on site, installed and available, for immediate operation if
required to maintain de-watering on a continuous basis in event any part of the system becomes
inadequate or fails. If de-watering requirements are not satisfied due to inadequacy or failure of
de-watering system, extra equipment has to be installed at no additional cost to the Contract.
1.15. SITE CLEARANCE

The site shall be given to the Main Contractor clear of all obstructions.
1.16. DEMOLITIONS
Demolition includes the complete demolition including grubbing up of foundations and the
proper termination of all services as required by the Drawings including the removal and
disposal of all demolished materials. The demolition work shall be executed in a systematic
manner.
Demolition operations and the removal of debris shall be carried out to ensure minimum
interference with roads, streets, footpaths and other adjacent occupied or used facilities.
The Contractor shall be responsible for removing all kerb footings etc. In this respect he shall
liaise with the respective department at the Municipality, gain the necessary permission, payment
of fees as applicable before commencing this item of work.
Damage caused to adjacent facilities by demolition operations shall be repaired by the
Contractor at his own expense. The Contractor shall arrange and pay for the disconnecting,
removing and capping of utility services, notify the affected utility agency in advance and obtain
written approval before commencing work.
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1.17. BLINDING
The Contractor shall lay min. 100mm blinding to excavations generally as directed after
inspection of the excavations by the Engineer. Sand blinding shall be clean sand obtained from
an approved source, crushed stone blinding shall be well graded from 10mm to dust and obtained
from an approved source, concrete blinding shall be sulphate resisting concrete (1:2:4 mix) as
specified in "Concrete Work" Section and on the drawings.
The surface of the blinding shall be floated smooth to receive the building waterproofing system
or polythene sheeting in other areas.
1.18. POLYTHENE SHEETING
Cover the whole of the area beneath concrete slabs, other than the raft foundation, and elsewhere
directed by the Engineer with polythene sheeting. The polythene shall be 1000 gauge nominal
weight 0-94 kg per sq meter manufactured by a manufacturer and shall be approved by the
Engineer.
The sheet shall be supplied in rolls and laid by rolling over the prepared base at the levels and in
the areas shown on the drawings. Joints at the side or end of a sheet shall be 450mm wide double
welts made by placing the edges together and folding over twice. The joints shall be prevented
from opening prior to concreting by blocks placed at intervals on top of the joint.
The Contractor shall protect the sheets from damage during laying and subsequent operations
and shall replace all damaged sheets to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
1.19. BITUMEN TREATMENT/PROTECTION
Unless shown otherwise, all surfaces of concrete or block work shall be painted with 3 coats of
bitumen. This shall be cold applied by rollers to give a minimum thickness of 2mm to the
satisfaction of the Engineer.
1.20. PROTECTIVE MEMBRANE TO U/G REINFORCED CONCRETE STRUCTURES
All surfaces of foundations, or where indicated on drawing shall be protected by a proprietary
waterproof membrane system as described in Particular Specifications. The membrane is to be
specified and to be protected by protective board to the approval of Engineer.
1.21. DEPTH OF FOUNDATIONS
The foundations shall be the minimum depth below original ground level shown on the drawings
and soil investigation report.
1.22. ANTI-TERMITE TREATMENT
1.22.1.
General
Work shall be carried out by a qualified specialist sub-contractor registered in the UAE.
The specialists sub-contractors shall be from the list of approved manufacturers /
suppliers or equal approved.
The Sub-contractor shall be responsible for all the pre and post termite treatment for the
construction. The Sub-contractor shall make all necessary arrangements for and provide
all necessary attendance to the Pest Control Section, if required.
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The Sub-contractor shall carry out the pre and post treatment work for anti-termite
control to include the whole of the site areas within the areas defined by the contract
limit lines.
1.22.2.
Scope of Works
The Contractor shall survey the sites before tendering to ascertain the nature and extent
of the work involved for anti-termite treatment and any conditions and restrictions
likely to affect the execution of the works. Work consequent upon treatment, but not
included in the tender, is to be clearly identified as such. The Contractor shall ensure
that the sites are adequately prepared before treatment commences.
Prior to application of the treatment on site all chemical dilution samples and
computations shall be submitted for approval with a copy of the submission furnished
to the Engineer.
Samples of materials, chemical applicator and protective clothing and accessories shall
be provided together with all necessary certificates for approval by the Engineer and Al
Ain Municipality, if required.
Samples shall not be incorporated in the works but kept intact for the duration of the
whole contract period for purposes of comparison with the works carried-out. Samples
from manufacturers shall be in the manufacturers packaging sealed and unopened.
A work programme shall be prepared taking into account and coordinating all other
related works and shall be submitted for the Engineers approval.
The Sub-Contractor shall submit a list of chemicals and their respective manufacturers
technical literature.
The Sub-Contractor shall submit a Method Statement for carrying out the works to the
Engineer for approval and the works shall be carried out as per the method statement.
The Sub-Contractor shall keep all the working areas clean and shall keep all chemicals
and tools/machineries in a safe place each day after works are completed.
Clear warning notices shall be posted at the entrance to the site during treatment
operations and immediately following completion. The sign shall show the name of the
pesticide being utilized and date of application.
Materials shall include the supply of all chemicals, water, tools, equipment, machineries,
protective clothing and emergency items and clear procedures to be followed for health
and safety in case of accident including all necessities to complete the application
effectively and safely.
The Contractor shall prepare as built drawings for walls, floor slabs and other areas
treated with residual chemicals and shall submit 4 copies of the drawings to the
Engineer, together with Contractors guarantee certificate.
The Contractor shall provide 4 copies of all documents for submission to the Engineer
as required, unless specified otherwise.
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Procedures
All pre and post termite treatment works shall be in accordance with the best
international pest control practices, paying special attention to safety of workers
carrying out the works and all staff and personnel within the construction site.
Specifically, all chemicals, equipment, machineries used or supplied and all
workmanship shall be in accordance with the appropriate practices of the British Pest
Control Association (BPCA) and the National Pest Control Association of the United
States of America (NPCA) and the related requirement of the World Pest Control
Organization (WPCO) and the European Community Council (ECC) guidance
directives on the use of pesticides, unless otherwise approved.
The Sub-Contractor shall note that the Engineer does not have suitably qualified and
certified personnel to make any recommendations on the use and choice of pesticides
and such responsibility shall remain solely with the Sub-Contractor.
The Sub-Contractor shall obtain the advice of a suitably qualified person prior to the
use of any pesticide. Such advice shall be taken into account in all respects and full
details and recommendations shall be provided to the Engineer prior to the application
of pesticides on the site.
The Sub-Contractor shall be entirely responsible for the choice, application and storage
of any pesticides utilized for the works all of which shall conform to standard practices
recognized by BPCA and/or NPCA or as approved.
The Contractor shall use a qualified and locally certified technician and operator to
apply the pesticides in accordance with all local and international legislation.
The Contractor shall give the Engineer 3 weeks minimum notice on the proposed
application of pesticides, giving details of the purpose, chemical dose rate, method of
application, proposed application dates, and 4 copies of the appropriate current product
information.
The Contractor shall keep full and accurate records of all pesticides used. Records after
each application and a summary recorded at the end of the contract shall be provided to
Engineer.
The Contractor shall dispose of all empty containers and unwanted chemicals including
all surplus diluted tanked mixture, to an off-site location approved by the Engineer.
All areas shall be made clean during and after work operations. No chemicals, diluted
solutions or equipment shall be left unattended during and after working hours.
During lunch break, works are to be secured and supervised by visible sign boards
which shall be provided before and after chemical applications. Contractor to prepare
and submit pesticide work safety program. This program shall include the following:
Advise as to how pesticides can harm human beings, animals, vegetation.
Instruction, training and supervision of pesticide workers.
Emergency care if an accident occurs.
Medical supervision routine following an accident or illness.
Special instructions restricting employees handling toxic pesticides.
Personal hygiene.
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Protective clothing.
Safety equipment (personal).
Safety requirements for pesticides application equipment.
Maintenance of pesticide application equipment.
Safety of field workers, general public, animals, vegetation and property.
Protection of the soil and environment.
Copies of the following certificates shall be provided to the Engineer for acceptance of
the chemicals to be utilized and a method statement for applications.
Certificate from any of the Emirates within the UAE to certify that the said applicator
company is an authorized and certified pest control contractor.
Importation, transportation and any certification for all chemicals and materials
required by national and/or local laws, unless otherwise approved.
Chemical certificate confirming the certified analysis of the chemicals to be used and
listing the proportions of the various ingredients, as declared by the original
supplier/manufacturer and by the approved testing laboratory.
All pre and post termite treatment applications shall be carried out in appropriate season
and weather conditions.
If during the application of chemicals the weather condition changes making conditions
unfavourable to works being carried-out, the contractor should immediately stop the
works and apply the contingency plan approved by the Engineer.
The Contractor shall ensure proper co-ordination of all pre and post termite treatment
applications in relation to the carrying-out of associated works on site.
Such co-ordination must be approved in advance by the Engineer.
Chemicals shall be stored in a separate locked storeroom with proper ventilation system
approved by the Engineer.
Contamination of materials due to contact with other materials or alien substances shall
be avoided. Contaminated material shall be immediately removed from site. Material
detrimental to humans, animals and plants shall be stored separately.
Storage areas and protection of stored materials shall be agreed with the Engineer in
advance of the works.
During lunch break, the works are to be secured and supervised by a qualified member
of the staff.
Visible sign boards are to be provided before and after each application.
The Sub-Contractor shall submit a written, 10-year guarantee made out to the Owner
and jointly signed and sealed by the main Contractor, guaranteeing safety of the
building and surrounding areas against termite infestations.
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PILING WORKS
1.0
SCOPE OF WORK
The works comprise the construction of reinforced concrete piles in the positions shown on the
drawings.
2.0
STANDARDS
All Materials shall be of the best quality and to the approval of the Engineer in accordance to
the relevant standards such as ASTM, British Standards, ACI, IBC-UPC and Agreement
Board Certificates noted in Specifications and the Local Authorities, also the ESTIDAMA
Credits Requirements to be fulfilled for obtaining the required Pearl Ratings for the Project.
Safety regulations throughout the piling operations shall comply with the standards previously
listed.
3.0
GUARANTEE
The Contractor shall guarantee unconditionally in writing that each and every pile
installed will safely carry the maximum working load as stated on the drawings. In addition
he shall guarantee that a load of at least 1.5 times the working load can be carried by each and
every pile without progressive settlement or creep.
It should be noted that the performance of satisfactory pile tests on the site (as specified
below) does not release the Contractor from responsibility, liability or consequence arising
in the future due to unsatisfactory performance of the foundations which can be attributed
to the piles
4.0
SPOIL AND RUBBISH DISPOSAL

The Contractor shall include in his work for the prompt removal from site of any spoil
removed from the pile bores and upon completion of the works shall clear away all spoil and
rubbish and leave the site clean and to the satisfaction of the Engineer
Disposal of drilling mud is the responsibility of the Contractor. It must not be deposited into
the local drainage system etc. The ground water may be removed by passing through
settlement tanks and disposed in accordance with local authority regulations and to the
approval and satisfaction of the Engineer.
5.0
SETTING OUT
The Contractor will be responsible for setting out the base lines and pile positions and
establishing datum and cut off levels as shown on the Engineer's drawings.
A maximum tolerance of 50 mm in any plan direction may be permitted in the position of any
pile. The maximum permitted deviation of the finished pile from the vertical is 1 in 100. If
these tolerances are exceeded, the Contractor shall be responsible for the cost of and
providing the means of rectifying the error . The contractor shall propose a method of
overcoming the error to the satisfaction of the Engineer
Forcible corrections to piles shall not be made.
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RECORDS
The Contractor shall keep full records of each pile for daily submission and approval of the
Engineer. An approved format for these records will be agreed before commencement of the
piling works.
7.0
PILE LENGTH
All piles shall be founded at a common level and any significant variations are to be
notified to the Engineer before proceeding.
8.0
CUT-OFF
All piles shall be terminated in faultless concrete at the cut-off level specified on the
drawings, with a deviation of +200 mm -0.00 mm. The Contractor will be responsible for
any additional cost in cutting down or making up piles outside this tolerance or for replacing
defective concrete up to cut-off level.
9.0
CONCRETE
Concrete and reinforcement for piles shall fully comply with the requirements of the
appropriate section of this specification together with the following extra clauses. The
minimum cement content for piles to be 400 kg/cu.m with a maximum 0.45 w/c ratio.
Concrete shall be placed in the piles using an approved tremie system. Where piles are
concerted in water or bentonite mud a tremie pipe must be used.
All piles shall contain a minimum of 6 number longitudinal bars with suitable helical binding.
The bars are to project a minimum of 1.0 m, as specified on the approved drawings, above the
specified cut-off level. The actual quality and size of the reinforcement bars is to be specified
by the Contractor and is to be dependent upon the loading conditions on the pile shaft.
10.0 PILING
The Contractor shall supply full details when tendering of the type and size of pile offered,
the standards of control to be used and how the calculation and checking of the load bearing
capacity and settlement of the piles will be carried out.
The Contractor shall supply for approval all relevant details of the method of piling and
the proposed plant to be used.
Any alternative designs to that shown on the tender
drawings may be submitted at tender for the Engineer's consideration and approval.
10.1. Reinforced Bored Cast in-situ Piles
Bored piles shall be formed by boring in an approved method to a minimum of 1 meter or two
diameters (whichever is the greater) into a suitable foundation stratum as defined by the Site
investigation report and approved by the Engineer. Throughout boring, the hole will be fully
lined with a steel casing to ensure whole stability and avoid loss of or loosening of ground
between piles. Where requested by the Engineer any cores recovered, arisings from boring
will be laid out for examination.
On completion of boring, the pile base shall be thoroughly cleaned of all slurry and loose
material in a manner to be approved by-the Engineer. The reinforcement cage will then be.
placed with appropriate spacers to ensure that a minimum steel cover of 70 mm (or other
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cover as directed) is maintained throughout the pile. Concrete will be placed by tremie pipe
to the base of the hole and the tremie will be withdrawn so that its base is never less than 1
meter below the top of the concrete until concreting is completed.
Lining casings may be withdrawn on completion of concreting or during concreting provided
that its base is never less than 1 meter below the top of the concrete. Delays between adding
individual batches of concrete to the pile shall not be greater than 15 minutes.
The Contractor shall ensure that when all piles are trimmed back to sound and
uncontaminated concrete, the trimmed level shall not be below the specified finished cutoff level as shown on the Engineer's drawings.
10.2. Reinforced Bored Piles by Continuous Flight Auger Method
The construction of piles by the CFA method may only be adopted by prior agreement with
the engineer. This method may only be used on low rise projects.
During uncased boring with continuous flight auger , the feed forward and speed (revolutions
per minute) are to be adjusted according to the soil conditions in a way that the excavation of
soil will be limited to a quantity that the lateral support of the uncased borehole wall will be
ensured . While withdrawing the CF-auger, the auger has to be rotated in the same direction as
during drilling into the soil or has to be withdrawn without rotation
The number of auger rotations has to be automatically recorded in dependence to the depth.
The records are to be part of the complete pile records.
The system and equipment used must ensure that neither water nor soil can enter the hollow
stem of the CF -auger during drilling.
The inclination of piles should not exceed 6 degrees (10:1)
The installation of the reinforcement cage after concreting may be achieved by vibration.
Concrete cover and location of the reinforcement cage should be assured. The reinforcement
cage should be installed immediately after pouring concrete. The volume of concrete poured
must be checked to ensure that it is equal to the excavated volume to be occupied by the pile.
In the event of significant discrepancies in these two values the matter must be investigated to
establish the cause and necessary action immediately taken. In all events Al-Ain Municipality
must be informed and approval of corrective measures must be obtained prior to effecting
repairs and alterations.
10.3. Reinforced Cast in situ and Precast Driven Piles
These types of pile may only be used with the prior agreement of the engineer and the
municipality. This agreement will only be given in very particular circumstances.
11.0 PILE TESTS
A minimum of two non working piles shall be installed and tested to a maximum capacity of
2.5 times the working load .
Working piles shall be tested to 1.5 times the working load.
The selection of the working load test piles shall be made by the Engineer and the
Municipality Engineers.
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Pile testing procedures shall be in accordance with BS 8004 and to Annexure 3 of the Abu
Dhabi Municipality Building Regulations and Guidelines for Structural Design.
12.0 INTEGRITY TESTS
All piles shall be integrity tested.
13.0 DRILLING FLUID
Bentonite as supplied to the site and prior to mixing shall be in accordance with specification
DFCP 4 of the Oil Companies Materials Association.
A certificate shall be obtained by the Contractor from the manufacturer of the bentonite
powder, showing the properties of each consignment delivered to the site. This certificate
shall be made available to the Engineer on request. The properties to be given by the
manufacturer are the apparent viscosity range (in centipoises) and the gel strength range (in
newtons per square meter) for solids in water.
Bentonite shall be mixed thoroughly with clean fresh water to make a Suspension which will
maintain the suitability of the pile excavation for the period necessary to place the water
used in mixing the bentonite suspension and of the suspension when supplied to the
borehole, shall be not lower that 5( C
Where saline or chemically contaminated groundwater occurs, special precautions shall be
taken to modify the bentonite suspension or prehydrate the bentonite in fresh water so as to
render it suitable in all respects for the construction of piles.
The frequency of testing drilling fluid and the method and procedure of sampling shall be
proposed by the Contractor prior to the commencement of the work. The frequency may
subsequently be varied as required, depending on the consistency of the results obtained.
Control tests shall be carried out on the bentonite suspension, using suitable apparatus.
The density of freshly mixed bentonite suspension shall be measured daily as a check on the
quality of the suspension being formed. The measuring device shall be calibrated to read to
within 0.005 g/ml. Tests to determine density, viscosity , shear strength and pH value shall
be applied to bentonite supplied to the pile boring. For average soil conditions the results
shall generally be within the ranges stated in Table 1.
The tests shall be carried out until a consistent working pattern has been established,
account being taken of the mixing process, any blending of freshly mixed bentonite
suspension and previously used bentonite suspension and any process which may be used
to remove impurities from previously used bentonite suspension. When the results show
consistent behaviour, the tests for shear strength and pH value may be discontinued, and test to
determine density and viscosity shall be carried out as agreed with the Engineer.
In the event of a change in the established working pattern, tests for shear strength and
pH value shall be reintroduced for a period if required.
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Table 1
Property to be measured
Range of results at 20' C
Test method
Density
Less than 1.10

g/ml
Mud density balance
Viscosity
30 - 90 s or less than 20 Cp
Shear strength
(10 minute gel strength)
Shear meter
1.4 - 10 N/m2
or
4-40 N/m2
Fann viscorneter
9.5 - 12
pH indicator
paper strips or electrical pH
meter
pH
Marsh cone method Fann

viscometer *
Where the Fann viscometer is specified, the fluid sample should be screened by a
number 52 sieve (300 mu) prior to testing.
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2.
CONCRETE WORKS
2.1.
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2.1.1. Codes of Practice

2.1.2. Materials
2.1.3. Storage of Materials
2.1.4. Testing of Materials
2.1.5. Concrete Mix Design & Concrete Mixing
2.1.6. Sampling & Testing of Concrete
2.1.7. Quality Control of Concrete
2.1.8. Concrete Placing
2.1.9. Vibration
2.1.10. Cutting Away
2.1.11. Waterproof Concrete
2.1.12. Expansion Joints
2.1.13. Form-work
2.1.14. Construction Joints
2.1.15. Remedial Treatment of Surfaces
2.1.16. Finishes
2.1.17. Curing
2.1.18. Work below ground
2.2.
Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP)
2.3.
Glass Reinforced Concrete (GRC)
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CONCRETE WORKS
2.1.
CONCRETE
2.1.1.
CODES OF PRACTICE
All Materials shall be of the best quality and to the approval of the Engineer in accordance
to the relevant standards such as ASTM, British Standards, ACI, IBC-UPC and Agreement
Board Certificates noted in Specifications and the Local Authorities the ESTIDAMA
Credits Requirements to be fulfilled for obtaining the required Pearl Ratings for the Project.
2.1.2.
MATERIALS
Except where otherwise specified all materials for which British Standard Specifications
exist shall conform to the latest revised editions of such specifications as published at the
date of tender.
a)
Cement
Except where otherwise required, cement shall be locally manufactured controlled fineness
ordinary Portland cement complying with BS 12 or ASTM C 150 Type 1.
The source of supply of cement shall be subject to the Engineer's approval and the
Contractor shall at all times furnish the manufacturer's certificates and proof that the
required specification has been complied with together with a note of the date of
manufacturer, certified by an independent agency. The Engineer shall have the power to
reject a part of the whole of any consignment of cement if the considers it to be unsuitable
for use in the works.
The chemical composition of the cement shall comply with the standards as stipulated above
an in addition with the following requirements.
i. Tricalcium Aliminate (C3A) content shall be within the range of 4% to 12%.
ii. The total lime (CaO) contents shall not exceed 70% unless agreed otherwise by the
Engineer.
iii. The total alkali content shall not exceed 0.6%.
One brand as approved by the Engineer shall be used throughout the works unless otherwise
authorized by the Engineer in writing.
b)
Aggregates for Concrete
i.
General
Aggregates for concrete shall consist of naturally occurring materials complying with the
requirements of fine and coarse aggregates of BS 882 and as specified herein, except that for
Class D concrete all-in aggregate within the grading limits of Table 3 of BS 882 may be
used. Approval of aggregate will not prevent subsequent rejection if results of subsequent
tests of not indicate compliance with the specified requirements. The properties specified for
aggregates in below points Nos. ii, iii & IV shall be for aggregates form individual sources.
The use of beach sand in mixes for reinforced concrete is prohibited. The frequency of
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site. The CI test shall be as per BS 812 (Part 117), S03 as per BS 812 (118) and water
absorption test as per BS 812.
ii.
Fine Aggregate
The grading of fine aggregate shall be within the limits of Class C or M, table 5 BS 882 :
1983 and the percentage by weight passing BS 410 test sieve 300 m shall not be in excess of
30%.
The amount of deleterious material shall not exceed the following limits when determined
by the ASTM standard test stated below.
Clay Lumps & friable particles 1% by weight ASTM C142
Coal, Lignite & shells 1% by weight ASTM C123
Fine aggregate shall satisfy the requirements of ASTM C33 with regard to organic
impurities, when tested in accordance with ASTM C40 and C87. Local sands contain
aggressive salts, and it is essential to test the fine aggregate to ascertain that the maximum
quantity of acid soluble chlorides shall not exceed 0.06% by weight of fine aggregate and
the maximum quantity of acid soluble sulphate shall not exceed 0.4% by weight of fine
aggregate. The fine aggregates shall be washed with fresh water complying with BS 3148
(1980) Unwashed sand shall not be allowed under any circumstances for any part of the
works.
When fine aggregate is subjected to five cycles of the sodium Sulphate Soundness Test.
ASTM C88, the loss shall not exceed 10% of weight.
Fine aggregate shall be of such uniformity that the fineness modulus as defined in AASHTO
M6 shall not vary more than 0.20 either way from finess modulus of the representative
samples used in the mix design.
The sand equivalent for fine aggregate (AASHTO T176) shall be a minimum of 70%.
The water absorption of fine aggregate shall not exceed 2% (BS 812)
iii. Coarse Aggregate

Coarse Aggregate shall be prepared as single size aggregate and blended to produce normal
size grading. The combined grading of coarse aggregate shall be within the limits given in
Table 1 of BS 882 for nominal size of graded aggregate 20mm to 5mm.
The proportion of soft and friable particles in coarse aggregate shall not exceed 1% when
tested in accordance with ASTM C142. The maximum quantity of acid soluble chlorides
(C1) shall not exceed 0.03% weight of coarse aggregate. The maximum quantity of acid
soluble sulphate (SO3) shall not exceed 0.4% by weight of coarse aggregate. (BS 812 part
118). No organic matter of any nature shall be permissible to be contained by the aggregates
such as wood, paper, plastic, or any other matter. The standard test method for organic
matters shall be as per BS 1377 Test 8.
iv. Combined Aggregate in Concrete
For the combined grading, the quantities of acid soluble salts shall not exceed the following
in the concrete mix.
Chlorides (CI) - Max. 0.3% by weight of cement (OPC) and max 0.06% for SRC
Sulphates (So3) - Max 4% by weight of cement (including the sulphate in the cement)
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Potential Aggregate-Cement Reactivity

If so directed by the Engineer, the Contractor shall carry out petrographic analysis in
accordance with ASTM 33 and C295 on all aggregates proposed for use. Arising from such
analysis the Engineer may require the Contractor to perform further tests in accordance with
ASTM C286 and BRE Digest No. 35; also in accordance with ASTM C227 and C586 if the
Engineer so decides after his examination of the results of the proceeding tests. In the event
that tests in accordance with ASTM C227 are called for, the cement used in the test shall
have an alkali content (expressed as sodium oxide + 0.658 potassium oxide) greater than
0.8% by weight of 2.25 to 1.0. Depending on the results obtained the Engineer may decide
to limit the alkali content (Na20 and K20) of the cement to 0.6%.
c)
Water
Unless otherwise authorized in writing by the engineer only water form portable supply
system may be used for mixing concrete and other products containing cement. Similarly
only portable water conforming to BS 3148 (1980) may be used for curing purposes. No
other source of water shall be allowed to be used for any of the above purposes.
The PH requirements of water shall be from 7 - 9.
The inorganic impurities in water shall not exceed the following:
Chlorides
Sulphates
Total dissolved solids
Alkali Carbonate and Bicarbonate
d)
= 600mg/liters
= 500mg/liters
= 2000mg/liters
= 1000mg/liters
Admixtures
No admixture of any type shall be allowed in preparation of concrete unless agreed by the
Engineer in writing. In case any admixture are used these should be silicates based (sodium
or calcium or magnesium) pore blocking type to produce water proof, impervious and dense
concrete. The admixture shall be generally to ASTM-C-260 + C494 standards. The rates
and method of application shall be as instructed by the manufacturer. Admixture containing
chlorides salts will not be permitted under any circumstances.
e)
Reinforcement for Concrete

Steel reinforcement shall generally be one of the following types:
i. Hot rolled mild, medium or high yield steel smooth round or deformed bars complying
with BS 4449 or similar approved standard.
ii. Cold twisted bars complying with BS 4482 or similar approved standard.
iii. Steel fabric reinforcement complying with BS 4483 or similar approved standard.
In case any other type of reinforcement is required, it shall comply with the requirements of
the particular specification.
All reinforcement shall be free of loose rust and mill scale and any coating such as oil, clay,
paint etc., which might impair the bond with the concrete. Steel reinforcement shall be
stored in clean conditions and shall be protected from damage at all times. It shall be clean
and free of loose rust, dirt, mud, loose mill scale, paint, oil or all other foreign substances at
the time of fixing in position and subsequent concreting.
Manufacturer's test certificates for all classes of reinforcement shall be supplied when
required. Specimens sufficient for three tensile tests and three cold bending tests per ten
tons of bars or fraction thereof and for each different size of bar shall be sampled under the
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supervision of the Architect. Testing shall be in accordance with BS 4449 or other approved
standard and batches shall be rejected if the average results for each batch are not in
accordance with the specification.
The Contractor shall cut and bend bars to BS 4466 (or ACI (SP-66)) and to schedule, if
provided or unless otherwise instructed by the Architect. Straight sections of bars must be
kept out of winding. The internal radius of bends shall in no case be less than two times the
diameter of the bar. Great care is to be taken to bend stirrups and blinders separately and to
the sizes shown.
All bars will be bent cold on approved machines, and at temperatures in the range of 5C to
100C. Lengthening of bars by welding, and rebending of incorrectly bent bars will not be
permitted, except where requested by the Engineer.
Unless otherwise allowed for in the particular specification splices in reinforcing bars shall
be formed by lapping. Such laps in bars in any member shall be staggered. Except as
otherwise indicated on the drawings, the minimum overlap of lapped splices shall be 40 bar
diameters or 300mm whichever is greater. No splices shall be made in the reinforcement
except where described in the Contract or where approved by the Engineer.
Reinforcement shall be placed and maintained in the position shown in the Contract. Unless
otherwise permitted by the Engineer, all bar intersections shall be tied together and the ends
of the tying wire shall be turned into the main body of the concrete. 1.2mm diameter
stainless steel wire shall be used throughout.
f)
Cover Blocks (Buried Concrete Surfaces)

i. Concrete cover blocks required for ensuring that the reinforcement is correctly positioned,
shall be as small as possible consistent with their purpose, of a shape acceptable to the
Engineer, and designed so that they will not overturn when the concrete is placed. They
shall be made of concrete with 10mm maximum aggregate size to produce the same
strength as the adjacent concrete. Tying wire complying with the requirements of above
topic e last paragraph shall be cast in the block for the purpose of tying it to the
reinforcement.
ii.Cover Blocks (Exposed Concrete Surfaces)
Concrete cover blocks required for ensuring that the reinforcement is correctly positioned,
shall be as small as possible consistent with their purpose, of a shape acceptable to the
Engineer, and designed so that they will not overturn when the concrete is placed. They
shall be made of asbestos cement, factory produced and of the same strength as the
adjacent concrete. Tying wire complying with the requirements of above topic e last
paragraph shall be cast in the block for the purpose of tying it to the reinforcement.
2.1.3.
a)
STORAGE OF MATERIALS
Cement
The cement shall be stored in a weather proof shed used exclusively for this purpose. The
shed shall be large enough to allow proper aeration and effectual separation of the various
consignments, the old consignments being used before the latter ones. Cement shall not be
stored on site for more than 21 days; after this it must be removed from the site at the
Contractor's expense. Alternatively, the cement may be stored in a Silo, the design of which
has been approved by the Engineer.
All cement received shall be subjected to test at a frequency of one test each 50m or at
change of source of supply.
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Aggregates
The aggregates are to be stored on a concrete slab in such a way that contamination from
other materials and inter-mixing of the various grading will be prevented. The aggregate
shall be deposited in a way that will prevent segregation through dropping on to the peak of
a high heap.
The Contractor's attention is drawn to the fact that for some of the design mixes specified it
may be necessary in order to obtain the required cube strength with minimum cement
content to store the aggregate in different sizes so that they can be combined in the correct
proportion at the mixer.
c)
Reinforcement
The reinforcement should be stored clear of the ground and should be protected from
contamination by other materials.
2.1.4.
TESTING OF MATERIALS
(All tests to be carried out by an independent approved Lab.)
The costs of all tests required under this clause are to be met by the Contractor, whether the
test results show the materials to be satisfactory for the work or not.
The Contractor shall submit to the Engineer sufficient quantity of material proposed to be
used for the works, together with a list of suppliers to be employed. The Engineer's consent
in wiring shall be obtained to all such samples and source of supply before any concreting
work is put in hand and no change shall subsequently be made without the Engineer's
approval. The Engineer shall have access to all sources of supply for the purpose of
inspecting and taking samples of any materials which will be later delivered to the site.
a)
Cement
Cement will be tested at an approved testing station. Samples are to be taken from each
delivery of cement as directed and conveyed by the Contractor to a testing station to the
approval of the Engineer, or as specified.
b)
Aggregate
All aggregates shall be tested by an approved testing laboratory at the beginning of the work
and for every 50m of aggregate or before any change is made in the source of supply during
the progress of the work and the Engineer shall have approved the results of such tests
before the preliminary test cubes are made.
The size of the sample shall be as required by the testing laboratory but in the absence of
specific instruction two samples of not less than 12 kg. of fine aggregate and 50 kg. of
coarse aggregate shall be quartered down from representative bulk samples for each test.
Each sample shall clearly and durably labeled to give the name of the supplier and of the pit
of quarry and one of each pair of samples shall be sent to the laboratory for testing and one
retained on the site for reference.
c)
Reinforcement
Generally the manufacturer's test certification should be obtained with each delivery of
reinforcement but the Engineer reserves the right to request tests from an independent
testing station from time to time or from every batch of steel delivered to site.
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Testing Equipment
The Contractor shall provide:1) Sufficient 150mm. cast iron cube moulds to enable him to carry out the requirements
of this specification.
2) BS Slump Cone, base plate and tamping rod.
3) Maximum and minimum thermometers, also thermometer to measure temperature of
concrete.
4) Suitable graduated measuring tubes for measuring the moisture content of fine
aggregate.
5) Suitable weighing scales
2.1.5.
a)
CONCRETE MIX DESIGN & CONCRETE MIXING

The concrete to be used in each part of the works shall be of the class described in the
drawing and shall conform to the requirements of the grade as set out in the table, unless
otherwise specified.
Mix for structural concrete shall be designed by the Ready-mix Sub-contractor. The grade of
concrete shall be as shown on the drawings and as denoted by the minimum 28 day works
cube strength and the maximum size of aggregate. Cement for blinding and mass concrete
below ground level shall be sulphate resisting. Cement for reinforced concrete shall be
ordinary Portland cement, unless otherwise specified or approved by Engineer on the basis
of Soil Investigation Report or any other related information.
b)
Characteristic Strength 28 days

N/mm2
40
35
25
15
60
45
Mixes to be designed for a mean

strength (N/mm)
45
40
30
20
68
52
Slump Max (with Plasticizer or

Super-plasticizer
100
100
100
120
120
100
Max water cement ratio
0.4
0.45
0.55
0.65
0.35
0.38
Minimum Cement (kg/m)
400
370
300
250
450
420
Nominal Maximum Size of

aggregate
20mm
20mm
20mm
20mm
20mm
20mm
Grade of Concrete
For pump able concrete, plasticizers / Super-plasticizer may be used in particular cases to
increase the work-ability. As there is likelihood of higher strengths due to their use, the
requirements of average of four cubes and that of an individual test result have to be
correspondingly increased and those figures shall be agreed upon at the trial mix stage.
7-day strength is 0.8 of 28 days strength.
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All materials are to generally conform to following standards:Cement

Water
Aggregates
Admixtures
:
:
:
:
B.S 12
B.S 3148 (Also as specified for concrete works)
B.S 882
B.S 5075 Part I
All concrete mixes are to be designed according to requirements of the above table.
The concrete shall be mixed by machine to a uniform colour and consistency before placing.
The quantity of water used shall not exceed that required to produce a concrete with
sufficient work ability to be placed and compacted in the required location.
The concrete shall be compacted by mechanical vibration.
c)
Trial Mixes
No structural concrete shall be placed in the works until the relevant mix has been approved
by the Engineer.
Generally for the major concrete only an approved ready-mix supply is to be used.
For minor concreting sections site mix will be accepted but must comply with this
specification. The Contractor shall, at least 35 days before the commencement of concreting,
have trial mixes prepared in a laboratory to be approved by the Engineer. The concrete from
each mix shall be tested in accordance with Clause 4.1.6 and must satisfy the strength
requirements of Clause 4.1.5.
When the mix has been approved, no variations shall be made in the proportions, the
original source of the cement and aggregates, or in the type, size and grading zone of the
latter without the consent of the Engineer who may require further tests to be made.
The Engineer may also require practical tests to be made on the site by filling trial moulds to
confirm the suitability of the mix for the works. In these tests, the type of plant used for
mixing, the method of compaction used, and the form-work face to the mould shall be
similar in all respects to those intended for use in the works.
When the Contractor intends to purchase factory-made precast concrete units, the Engineer
may dispense with trial mixes and laboratory tests, provided that evidence is given which
satisfies him that the factory regularly produces concrete which complies with the
Specification. The evidence shall include details of mix proportions, water-cement ratio,
work-ability and strengths obtained at 7 and 28 days.
d)
Mixing Concrete (for minor elements)
i.
The weighing and water-dispensing mechanisms shall be maintained in good order. Their
accuracy shall be maintained within the tolerances described in BS 1305 and checked
against accurate weights and volumes when required by the Engineer.
ii.
The mass of cement and each size of aggregate indicated by the mechanisms employed
shall be within a tolerance of 28% of the respective mass per batch agreed by the Engineer.
The mass of the fine and coarse aggregates shall be adjusted to allow for the free water
contained in them. The water to be added to the mix shall be reduced by the quantity of free
water contained in the fine coarse aggregates, which shall be determined by the Contractor
by a method approved by the Engineer immediately before mixing begins and further as the
Engineer requires.
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iii. Unless otherwise agreed by the Engineer, concrete shall be mixed in a batch type mixer
manufactured in accordance with BS 1305 or in a batch type mixer, a specimen of which
has been tested in accordance with BS 3963 and having a mixing performance within the
limits of Table 6 of BS 1305. Where appropriate the batch capacity, conform to the details
furnished in accordance with the requirements of BS 3963 for the mix which corresponds
most closely to the mix proportions being used. The mixing blades of pan mixers shall be
maintained within the tolerances specified by the manufacturer of the mixer and the blades
shall be replaced when it is no longer possible to maintain the tolerances by adjustment.
iv. Mixers which have been out of use for more than 30 minutes shall be thoroughly cleaned
before any fresh concrete is mixed, and unless otherwise agreed by the Engineer, the next
batch of concrete through the mixer shall contain only two-thirds of the normal quantity of
coarse aggregate. Mixing plant shall be thoroughly cleaned before changing from one type
of cement to another.
v.
The Contractor shall ensure that the constituent materials of the concrete are sufficiently
cool to prevent the concrete from stiffening in the interval between its discharge from the
mixer and compaction in its final position.
e)
Ready-Mixed Concrete (for all major concrete pours and elements)
i.
Ready-mixed concrete as defined in BS 5238, batched off the site, is to be used for the
works but must comply with all requirements of the Contract.
ii.
The concrete shall be carried in purpose-made agitations, operating continuously, or truck

mixers. The concrete shall be compacted and in its final position within 2 hours of the
introduction of cement to the aggregates, unless a longer time is agreed by the Engineer.
The time of such introduction shall be recorded on the delivery note together with the right
of the constituents of each mix.
iii. When truck-mixed concrete is used, water shall be added under supervision at the central
batching plant but in no circumstances shall water be added in transit or at site.
iv. Unless otherwise agreed by the Engineer, truck mixer units and their mixing and discharge
performance shall comply with the requirements of BS 4251. Mixing shall continue for the
number and rate of revolutions recommended in accordance with Item 9 in Appendix B of
BS 4251 or, in the absence of the manufacturer's instructions, mixing shall continue for not
less than 100 revolutions at a rate of not less than 7 revolutions per minute.
f)
Precautions Against High Temperatures

When the rate of evaporation of surface moisture from concrete is expected to approach 1
kg/m per hour or when the shade air temperature is 35C and rising, precautions shall be
taken, including the following:
Fig.1108 - effect of concrete and air temperatures, relative humidity, and wind velocity on
the rate of evaporation of surface moisture from concrete.
1) Dampening the forms.
2) Reducing the concrete temperature to the lowest practical level by procedures such as:
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i.
ii.
iii.
iv.
v.
shading the aggregate

cooling the mixing water before use and/or adding flaked ice.
screening the mixing plant and transporting vehicles from wind, rain and sun.
erecting wind breaks ad sunshades at the concrete placing location
reducing the time between the placing of the concrete and the start of curing to the
minimum possible.
vi. minimizing evaporation (particularly during the first few hours subsequent to
placing the concrete) by suitable means such as applying moisture by fog spraying.
All precautions to be taken shall be subject to the Engineer's approval and the Contractor
shall demonstrate that all approved precautions are available for use prior to the Engineer
granting approval to any concreting operation.
The temperature of the concrete when placed shall not exceed 32C or shall be concrete
mixed or placed when the shade air temperature is 40C or above, or is expected to reach
such a level during concreting, without special permission from the Engineer.
g)
Supervision of Concrete Work

The Contractor is to employ a qualified competent person whose main duty is to supervise
all stages in the preparation and placing of the concrete work.
Concrete Mixes - See Engineers Drawing "General Notes" which shall supersede the
specified mix in the general specifications, if so instructed by the Engineer.
2.1.6.
a)
SAMPLING & TESTING OF CONCRETE

General
The cost, including transport to the testing station of all cube tests required under this
specification, it to be met by the Contractor, whether the test results are satisfactory or not.
The Contractor shall keep a set of at least six cube molds on site at all times, together with a
standard slump cone.
b)
Sampling
Sampling shall be in accordance with the requirements of BS 1881 (method of Testing
Concrete) at a testing station approved by the Engineer.
Concrete shall be sampled in two series as follows:
Series A - one batch shall be sampled at random from every 50 cu.m of concrete placed. For
strength tests one sample shall be taken from each batch samples, from which six test cubes
shall be made, three of which shall be tested at 7 days and three at 28 days.
Series B - batches shall be sampled at the direction of the Engineer. For strength tests three
independent samples shall be taken from each batch to be sampled, from each of which one
test cube shall be made. Test cbes shall test at 7 days as directed.
The work-ability tests, one sample shall be taken at an early stage the discharge of each
batch sampled at the direction of the Engineer.
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Testing
Test cubes shall be made, cured and tested in accordance with BS 1881 Parts 101,108,111 &
116.
Where a batch has been sampled for the purpose of determining the workability of the
concrete, one test shall be made on each sample using one of the following tests in
accordance with BS 1881 (1983) and shall be within the following limits of the values for
the accepted trial mix:
d)
Slump
25mm or 1/3 of the trial mix value whichever is the greater.
Compacting Factor
0.03
`V-B' Consistometer
3 seconds or 15% of the average time for the trial mix

whichever is the greater.
Load Tests
Tests loads shall generally be in accordance with relevant clauses of CP-110-1972, or in
such other manner as may be directed by the Engineer.
e)
Records
Each cube shall be clearly marked showing from which part of the structure the concrete
was obtained and the mix proportions used, and this information must be recorded on the
report sheet. An accurate record is to be kept on site of all test made, indemnifying them to
the various parts of the work.
f)
Work not upto standard

If any of the works tests are not upto standard, the Engineer shall be entitled t stop the work
until the reason has been investigated and steps taken to prevent further low results.
Any concrete carried out from a batch that afterward appears to be faulty will be liable to
rejection and, if so directed, the Contractor shall, at his own expense, cut and replace the
defective work, or take such other measures as may be allowed to prove by means of test
loading, at his own expense, that the concrete is capable of safely withstanding the
prescribed stresses.
2.1.7.
a)
QUALITY CONTROL OF CONCRETE

General
The control of concrete quality shall satisfy the requirements of Clause 4.1.5 (a to c).
b)
Standard of Control
The Standard of control for structural concrete shall be such that not more than 5% of works
concrete test cubes shall have strengths which fall below the appropriate specified minimum
strength. Compliance with this standard of control shall be monitored by the methods
described below.
As test results become available average values of test results and values of standard
deviation shall be determined on a continuing basis for Series A cubes taking 7 days and 28
days tests results separately, but in each calculating the Standard deviation.
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Until the relationship between 7 days strength and 28 days strength has been established to
the satisfaction of the Engineer, the assessment of control shall be based on the 28 day tests
only. The required standard of control shall be deemed to have been attained if the average
value of the 28 day test results exceeds the specified minimum strength as detailed on the
drawing by not less than 1.64 times the standard deviation or by 7.5N/mm for Grades C and
above or by 5N/mm for Grade D, whichever is the greater. Where less than 40 tests results
are available for the calculation of the standard deviation, the average of the 28 days test
shall exceed the specified minimum strength, by 15N/mm for Grades C and above or
10N/mm for Grade D.
When the Engineer is satisfied that sufficient cube test results from Series A cubes are
available to establish the rates of 7 days to 28 days strengths the assessment of control as
described in paragraph above shall also be based on the 7 days cube tests.
c)
Series B Test Cubes

The strength requirements of each set of three test cubes of Series B shall be deemed to be
satisfied if none of the test results for the three cubes is below the required minimum
strength, or if the average value of test results for the three cubes is not less than the required
minimum strength and the difference between the greatest and the lowest value is not
greater than 20% of the average value. The required minimum strength shall be the specified
minimum strength at 28 days, as detailed on the drawing, multiplied by that ratio of 7 days
and 28 days strength as determined.
In cases where the standard of control is being met but where anyone cube tested has a
strength less than 85% of the required minimum strength, or where any set of three cubes in
Series B fails to satisfy the strength requirements as specified, the Contractor shall take such
remedial action as the Engineer may direct. This may require the cutting out of the concrete
to which the cubes correspond together with any sound concrete as the Engineer may
consider necessary in order to effect a satisfactory repair, the whole to be carried out at the
Contractor's expense.
d)
Additional Tests
Where a subsequent operation is dependent on the strength of the concrete in particular
portions of the work, for example if the Contractor wishes to remove form-work in advance
of the minimum periods stated or to subject the concrete to early loading, the Engineer will
require additional cubes to be made, stored, cured and tested on the same basis as is
specified for Series A & B in Clause 4.6 (b&c) to check the concrete has attained sufficient
strength for the subsequent operation to proceed until he is satisfied that the requisite
strength has been reached.
2.1.8.
CONCRETE PLACING
Before the concrete is actually placed in position the inside of the shuttering or moulds
should be inspected by the Engineer or the Engineer's representative to see that it has been
properly assembled and fixed.
The Contractor shall submit to the Engineer a weekly and a monthly concreting program,
which shall be approved before the concreting work is executed.
The Contractor shall be responsible for giving 24 hours notice in writing to enable the
Engineer to have a representative present during concreting. In the event of the Contractor
not giving such notice, the Engineer reserves the right to cut away such concrete as he may
require to expose the reinforcement and the cost of such cutting away shall be borne by the
Contractor, even is the position of the reinforcement is found to be correct.
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As soon as possible after the mixing and before the initial set has taken place, the concrete
shall be deposited directly in the work from barrows, etc. carefully trimmed into position in
layers and well rammed and vibrated. Concrete shall not be thrown or dropped from a
height exceeding 2m without the written authority of the Engineer.
The concrete shall be worked up against the face of the previously deposited concrete or
against form-work or molds with rods or long tampers. Very great importance is attached to
the depositing and through consolidating of the concrete to ensure that it is homogenous and
free from interstices and that it is in contact throughout with the forms or molds; all to the
entire satisfaction of the Engineer.
Care shall be taken not to disturb setting concrete by shocks, loading or otherwise before it
has sufficiently hardened. Any concrete that it not finally placed within half an hour of
mixing shall be discarded. Any concrete which shows signs of initial setting before it is
deposited in the forms or molds shall not be used in the work and shall be removed from the
site or otherwise disposed of to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
Care shall be taken that at no time segregation of the concrete takes place.
Where concrete is laid on hardcore or any absorbing material, the surface shall be
thoroughly wetted before the concrete is deposited.
Large areas of un-suspended floor construction shall be of alternate bay construction. Each
panel cast shall be approximately square in plan and not exceeding an area of 20m for the
un-reinforced and 50m for the reinforced slab.
For suspended floor construction generally the area may be increased to 100 m and the
sizes of bays to be cast should be agreed with the Engineer. The sizes of bays may be
increased at the discretion of the Engineer depending on the conditions relating to each
individual case.
The specifications for reinforced slabs may be considered to apply for reinforced wall
construction generally, but the length of panels to be cast may not exceed 8m.
2.1.9.
VIBRATION
The Contractor shall have available sufficient mechanical vibrators of an approved pattern
(having not less than 6000 vibrations per minute) to cope with the largest volume of
concrete likely to be poured at any one time.
Spare machines shall be kept available over and above those normally used in the works in
case of a breakdown. The type of vibrator should be applied in a number of places for short
periods rather than in one place for a long time. The spacing between points of application
should be such that all parts of the section are equally and fully compacted. The vibrations
should be removed slowly from the compacted concrete.
The vibrations must not be used to cause the concrete to 'flow' horizontally along the work
or cause bleeding and placing of concrete shall therefore be kept sufficiently ahead of the
vibrator to prevent this.
Under no circumstances should the vibrator be attached, or allowed to rest on reinforcement
not embedded in the concrete.
Clamp on vibrators should be rigidly fixed to the formwork and their spacing should be
determined in relation to the size of the section so that all parts of the concrete are vibrated
equally.
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Accumulation of water on the surface due to any cause during compaction is to be prevented
as far as possible and any such water is to be removed before further concrete is placed.
In case bleeding tests are instructed to be carried out by the Engineer these shall be as per
ASTM-C-232.
2.1.10. CUTTING AWAY
The Contractor shall not cut away any concrete work without the written authority of the
Engineer and the Contractor will be held responsible for the safety of any work damaged
due to unauthorized cutting by himself or his sub-contractors.
2.1.11. WATERPROOF CONCRETE
Particular care shall be taken for all waterproof concrete to use an aggregate of the correct
grading and the proportion of fine and coarse aggregate are to be carefully adjusted to obtain
the maximum density.
All waterproof concrete below ground and in direct contact with water shall include an
admixture similar to "Conmix Type W2" or Micro-Silica as directed by the Engineer.
2.1.12. EXPANSION JOINTS
Expansion joints to be formed in the position and details shown on drawings shall be filled
with bitumen impregnated fibre board to their full depth and width. The top portion of the
fibre board shall be cut back for a depth of at least 25mm and sealed with a proprietary
sealant as specified including pre-priming of the concrete surface against which sealant will
be applied.
The ground floor slabs shall be generally separated from the tie beams by forming such a
joint. Similar treatment shall be ensured to separate the cement and screed from the
surrounding block work concrete.
2.1.13. FORM-WORK
a)
Definition
Form-work is the casing into which concrete is placed and/or its supports.
b)
Materials
Form-work shall be constructed of timber, metal or other approved material; shall be so
constructed as to prevent any loss of grout or fine materials during concreting. The
materials used shall be adequate to provide the required surface finish to the concrete after
removal and be sufficiently rigid to produce concrete surfaces true and plane as required
within a tolerance of 6mm in 4 m.
The contractor shall ensure that 50% of the timber used for construction (formwork) shall be
reused.
c)
Design
Form-work shall be so designed and constructed that concrete can be properly placed and
thoroughly compacted.
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Form-work shall be firmly supported and adequately strutted, braced or tied. It shall be
capable of adjustment to the lines and dimensions of the finished concrete, and it shall be
sufficiently strong to resist, without excessive distortion, the pressure of concrete during its
placing and compaction, and other loads to which it may be subjected. It shall not be liable
to suffer distortion under the influence of the weather.
When concrete is to be vibrated, special care shall be taken to ensure that the form-work will
remain stable and the joints tight.
The Contractor shall, if required, supply to the Engineer drawings and calculation for the
form-work he proposes to use.
d)
Deflection and Camber

The Contractor shall make allowance for any settlement or deflection of form-work that is
likely to arise during construction so that the hardened concrete conforms accurately to the
specified line and level. The Contractor shall also make allowance in the form-work for any
camber and deflection due to creep of the concrete.
e)
Supports
Form-work shall be constructed so that the form work to the sides of members can be
removed without disturbing the soffit form-work or its supports.
Props and supports shall be designed to allow the form-work to be adjusted accurately to
line and level to be erected and removed in an approved sequence without injury to the
concrete.
Supports shall be carried to construction, which is sufficiently strong to afford the necessary
support without injury to any portion of the structure. This may mean in some cases that it
be carried down to the foundations or other suitable base.
Props and bracing shall be provided for the temporary support of composite construction
where separately specified.
f)
Joints and Edges

All joints in form-work shall be close fitting to prevent leakage of grout from the concrete.
At construction joints form-work shall be tightly secured against previously cast or hardened
concrete to prevent the formation of stepping or ridges in the concrete.
Form-work shall be constructed to provide straight and true angles, arises or edges. Where
chamfers are shown on the drawings, the fillets shall be accurately cut to size to provide a
smooth and continuous chamfer.
Form-work panels shall have true edges to permit accurate alignment at sides and provide a
clean line at construction joints in the concrete.
Form-work panels shall be fixed with their joints either vertical or horizontal, unless
otherwise specified.
g)
Ties
The material and position of any ties passing through the concrete shall be to the Engineer's
approval. Except where corrosion of a metal tie is unimportant it shall be possible to
remove a tie so that no part of it remaining embedded in the concrete shall be nearer to the
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finished surface of the concrete than the specified thickness of cover to the reinforcement.
Any holes left after the removal of ties shall be filled with concrete or mortar of approved
composition.
h)
Sundries
Form-work shall be provided to the top surface of concrete where the slope or the nature of
the work requires it.
Provision shall be made for forming holes and chases for services and for building in pipes,
conduits and other fixings shown on the drawings.
i)
Cleaning and Treatment of Form-work

All rubbish, chippings, shavings, sawdust and dirt shall be removed from the interior of the
form-work before concrete is placed. The form-work to be in contact with the concrete shall
be cleaned and watered and treated with a suitable mold oil of approved composition. Care
shall be taken that oil or composition is kept from contact with the reinforcement or with
concrete at any construction joints.
Retarding agents shall not be used except with the permission of the Engineer. Form-work
shall be thoroughly cleaned after each use.
j)
Striking or Removal of Form-work

All form-work shall be removed without shock or vibration that might damage the concrete.
Before the soffit and props are removed the surface of the concrete shall be exposed where
necessary in order to ensure that the subjected at the time of striking.
The form-work to vertical surfaces such as walls, columns and sides of beams may be
removed after 12-24 hours in normal weather conditions, although care must be taken to
avoid damage to the concrete, especially to arises and features. In cold weather a longer
period may be necessary before striking and protection against frost should be afforded to
exposed surfaces.
Where the early concrete strengths are not accurately known the following minimum times
(in days) shall elapse before removal of form-work.
Ordinary Portland
cement concrete
Rapid-Hardening
Portland cement
concrete
Normal Weather
(about 30C)
Normal Weather
(about 30C)
Slabs (props left under)
Beam soffits (props left

under)
Props to slabs
7-10
Props to beams
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Any days during which the average temperature is below 2C must be completely
disregarded in calculating the minimum time which must elapse before form-work is
removed. The Contractor must at such time obtain the approval of the Engineer before
striking any form-work.
The times given for the removal of props are based on the assumption that the total live plus
dead weight to be supported at the time of removal is not more than one half the total design
loads.
For horizontal members where the loading is a higher proportion of the total design load
these times may need to be increased.
The Contractor shall be responsible for any injury to the concrete work and for any damage
caused by or arising from the removal and striking of the forms and supports. Any advice
permission or approval given by the Engineer relative to the removal and striking of forms
and supports shall not relieve the Contractor from responsibility.
k)
Plastered Surfaces
Where concrete surfaces are to be plastered the Contractor shall ensure that the solution
used on form-work will not in any way reduce the adhesion of the plaster to the concrete.
2.1.14. CONSTRUCTION JOINTS

Construction joints and day work joints are to be formed in positions approved by the
Engineer, and vertical stop boards must be provided to form these joints, with joggles
wherever possible; provision shall be made from the reinforcement to run continuously
through the joint without being temporarily bent up or otherwise displaced, and any concrete
flowing past the joint is to be hacked off as soon as it is set. Once concreting has started, it
must be carried on to its natural completion or to properly constructed day work joints.
Before concreting is resumed, the surface of the concrete on the first side of the joint shall
be thoroughly cleaned, and the surface removed so as to expose the aggregate. The work
required to achieve this will depend on the age of the concrete, and may vary from hacking,
if the concrete is thoroughly hard to mist spray on horizontal surfaces which can be dealt
with whilst the concrete is still green.
The new concrete shall be carefully worked up against the hardened surface of the joint.
Where possible, except in the case of exposed face work where colour is important, the
proportions of cement and fine aggregate to coarse aggregate shall be increased in the
batches to be placed against the joint.
The Contractor must at all times ensure that the supply of concrete is adequate for pours up
to a properly constructed day work joint. If for any reason this is not achieved the Engineer
shall be entitled to stop the work and reject the incomplete pour and the Contractor shall at
his own expense remove that concrete either wholly or partly as directed by the Engineer
and re-concrete to a newly prepared day work joint.
2.1.15. REMEDIAL TREATMENT OF SURFACES
Any remedial treatment to surfaces shall be agreed with the Engineer following inspection
immediately after removing the form-work and shall be carried out without delay.
Any concrete, the surface of which has been treated before being inspected by the Engineer,
shall be liable to rejection.
No claim of any sort will be admissible for carrying out any such repair work.
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2.1.16. FINISHES
All concrete surfaces which are not exposed (sawn form-work) are to be left as struck from
the mold, except that any surfaces which are found to be honeycombed shall be made good
as soon as they have been inspected by the Engineer.
The making good shall be done with a mixture of fine aggregate and cement in similar
proportions to the concrete, and as dry as possible.
All exposed concrete surfaces with wrought form-work are to have a rubbed finish, which
shall mean the application of two rubs. The first rub shall be made after the removal of the
forms, the surface shall be wetted and rubbed with a No. of 20 carborundum stone to
remove all mold marks. The second rub shall be made when finishing the concrete work
when the surface shall again be wetted, and rubbed with a No. of 24 carborundum stone,
excess paste being removed with a we brush.
The final surface shall be free from all irregularities and discoloration and shall be an even
level surface.
If any honeycombing is found on exposed faces, the Engineer's decision as to whether the
concrete shall be cut out and replaced or made good shall be final.
2.1.17. CURING
a)
General
The concrete shall be protected during the first stage of hardening from the harmful effects
of sunshine, drying winds, cold, rain or running water.
Unless the following procedures are followed to the satisfaction of the Engineer the concrete
will be considered defective and unacceptable.
All material needed for curing should be ready for use before concreting begins.
Contractor has to ensure attendance for the curing before proceeding with concreting.
b)
Top Surface
Immediately upon finishing, the exposed surface is to be covered by polythene sheeting, the
sheeting to be in direct contact with concrete and covered with hessian to prevent air
circulations over the concrete.
As soon as the concrete has stiffened sufficiently the sheeting is to be removed and the
surface covered with wet hessian and polythene sheeting to reduce evaporation.
Additional water to be introduced frequently under the polythene sheeting to keep the
hessian thoroughly and permanently wet.
This process should continue without interruption for seven days.
Alternatively and whenever possible, bonding of the exposed concrete surface may be
allowed. In such a case care should be taken to reduce evaporation.
In areas where starter bars protrude and is not possible to pond, as much of the area as
possible is to be covered with hessian and kept continuously wet.
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Vertical Surfaces
For the sides of columns, beams and walls, form-work kept in position and sprayed with
water for at least 24 hours provides the initial protection needed against evaporation.
Immediately on removal of form-work the concrete should be closely wrapped with wet
hessian and enclosed with polythene sheeting. The hessian should be kept wet by frequent
additions of water. This process should continue for not less than seven days.
Curing by using an approved curing membrane will be allowed on surfaces which are
difficult to cure by any other method.
Traffic or loading shall not be allowed on the concrete until the concrete is sufficiently
matured and in no case shall traffic or loading be of such magnitude as to cause deflection or
other movement in the form-work or damage to the concrete members.
d)
Composition and Proportions of Floor Screed Constituents

Composition:
Screed shall be prepared on site or premixed and supplied by an approved ready-mix
supplier.
Screed shall consist of Portland Cement, Sand and Water. Chemical additive may be added
to improve work-ability.
A bonding material shall be used to bond the screed to the substrate concrete. The material
shall be cement sand grout, cement sand latex grout or an epoxy bonding agent.
Proportions:
In general proportion the mix such that the compressive strength of screed shall be at least
that of the substrate material with a minimum value of 25 N/mm2 at 28 days.
Other required properties of the screed shall be:
Maximum water cement ratio
Minimum cement content
Minimum bond strength
:
:
:
0.55
300 kg/cu.m.
1 N/mm2
Bonding Material:
Proportion bonding material mixes to obtain minimum bond strength of 1 N/mm2.
Submit all mixes for approval by the Engineer.
2.1.18. WORK BELOW GROUND
All surfaces of concrete or block work below ground level shall be generally painted with
three coats of cold applied bituminous coating with a guaranteed rubber latex content of
minimum 8%, unless otherwise specified.
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GLASS REINFORCED PLASTICS PANEL CLADDING / FEATURES

To be read with Preliminaries/General Conditions.
2.2.1.
a)
Design/Performance Requirements
Design
Complete the detailed design of the GRP and associated features shown on the drawings to
meet the requirements of this specification.
b)
Weather Resistance:
The cladding and associated features must be weather tight under all conditions with full
allowance made for deflections and other movements.
c)
Integrity:
The shade structure and associated features must resist all dead and live loads. Wind loads
to be calculated in accordance with ASCE7-05.
Basic wind speed
Topography factor
Ground roughness, building size and height factor determined from ASCE7-05.
The shade structure must accommodate without damage all drying shrinkage, creep,
deflections and thermal movements.
d)
Fire Rating:
Make specimens of the proposed panel construction (including core if any) and arrange for
specified tests to be carried out by an approved independent testing authority. Submit results
demonstrating compliance before commencing manufacture.
e)
f)
Colour Fastness of Opaque GRP:

Before undertaking the verification work required by this clause confirms choice of colour
with the Engineer.
The manufacturer must report to the Engineer if he considers that use of the proposed
pigments and resins is likely to result in an unacceptable change of colour with time.
Pigments must have a colour fastness to daylight of not less than standard 6 when measured
to BS 1006, 2/7 scales. Submit evidence of compliance.
If available obtain samples of GRP, made from the proposed pigments and resins, and
naturally weathered for not less than 2 years.
If naturally weathered samples are not available, prepare samples using the proposed
pigments, resins and gel coat thickness, and test for 1500 hours in an accelerated weather
meter which subjects the samples to both moisture and ultraviolet light.
The weathered samples must not show significant change of colour. Obtain approval of
colour fastness before commencing manufacture.
Colour Fastness / appearance of Translucent GRP:
Before undertaking the verification work required by this clause confirms choice of colour
and translucency with the Engineer.
The manufacturer must report to the Engineer if he considers that use of the proposed
pigments, resins and reinforcement is likely to result in an unacceptable appearance or
change of translucency or colour with time.
Pigments must have a light fastness of not less than 6 when measured to BS 1006, 2/7
scales. Submit evidence of compliance.
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If available obtain samples of GRP, made from the proposed pigments, resins and
reinforcement naturally weathered for not less than 2 years.
If naturally weathered samples are not available, prepare samples using the proposed
pigments, resins and reinforcement, and test for 1500 hours in an accelerated weather meter
which subjects the samples to both moisture and ultraviolet light.
The weathered samples must not show significant change of colour or translucency and no
obvious fibre patterning: obtain approval of these respects before commencing manufacture.
Dimensional Co-ordination:
The cladding must be detailed to ensure compliance with requirements for accuracy in
manufacture and erection, and to accommodate deviations in the building structure.
Select types and methods of fixing which will give ample adjustability in three dimensions.
Liaise with the party responsible for construction of the building structure to ensure coordination of dimensions and tolerances.
Submit details of the proposed system of tolerances and adjustments.
Design Sample:
At an agreed stage in the detailed design work make a sample of the proposed construction,
size 2000 x 2000 mm, showing the proposed colour, texture and incorporating a completed
section of a joint. Obtain approval of appearance before proceeding.
i. Mock-Up:
At an agreed stage in the detailed design work construct a mock-up at site.
Arrange for inspection to be carried out jointly with the Engineer and/or arrange for
tests as instructed. Obtain approval of appearance before proceeding.
2.2.2.
a)
Manufacture
Quality of Work:
Manufacture GRP units carefully to ensure compliance with design and performance
requirements, using materials and workmanship appropriate for the purpose.
All materials must be compatible with each other, and must be stored and used in
accordance with the manufacturers' recommendations. Resins must be used as supplied and
not adulterated: fillers and admixtures may be used only where authorized.
The standard of finish must be appropriate to the end use and position in the building.
Ensure that defects such as wrinkling, spotting, striations, fibre patterning, fish eyes, blisters,
crazing, cracking, dry patches and uneven or inconsistent colour do not occur.
b)
Workshop Conditions:
Workshops must be warm, dry, clean and well ventilated. Cease manufacture if the
temperature falls below 10 deg.C or if dew point is reached.
c)
Patterns:
Inform Engineer when each master pattern is complete and not less than 20 days before
commencing manufacture of molds.
d)
Manufacturing Accuracy:
Finished dimensions of completed units to be such that the cladding, when erected, complies
with clause 630 and all sizes fall within the following permissible deviations:
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Overall dimension
involved (m)

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Up to
2
2-3
3-4.5
4.5-6
____________________________________________________________
Width and height:
+0
+0
+0
+0
-2
mm
-3
mm
-5
mm
-6 mm
____________________________________________________________
Straightness of edges:
deviation from intended
line, any variation to be
evenly distributed with
no sudden bends or
irregularities.
mm
mm
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___________________________________________________________________
Square ness: taking the
longer of 2 sides at any
corner as a base line, the
deviation of shorter side
from perpendicular;
dimension involved is
the shorter side.
3
mm
mm
mm
6 mm
___________________________________________________________
Twist: deviation of any
corner from the plane
containing the other
3 corners; dimension
involved is the
shorter side.
3
mm
mm
mm
8 mm
_____________________________________________________________
Flatness - deviation under a 1 m straight edge placed anywhere on a flat
panel surface: 3 mm
_____________________________________________________________
(Measurements taken at 16-18degC ambient temperature).
e)
Gel Coats to External Surfaces:

Mix resins thoroughly. All units of one colour to have gel coats from the same colour batch
of resin.
Apply evenly to give an overall nominal thickness of 500 microns.
Check the wet film thickness(es) of the gel coat(s) of all units in accordance with BS
3900:Part C5, Method 6, four readings per sq m per coat over the external surface area.
If single gel coating is used, no reading to be less than 400 microns or more than 600
microns. Average of readings for each unit to be within the range 450-550 microns.
If double gel coating is to be used, submit proposals for coat thickness limits based on the
resin manufacturer's recommendations, and obtain approval.
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Laminating:
Ensure that:
g)
Each GRP skin contains not less than 900 g/sq m of glass fibre, in not less than two layers.
Random reinforcement is distributed uniformly, and non random reinforcement is correctly
positioned and aligned.
Each layer of woven fabric reinforcement has a layer of chopped strand mat on both sides.
The glass is fully wetted out by the resin, with a resin: glass ratio of not less than 2:1, higher
as appropriate.
There is good overall bond between all gel coats and all layers of laminate.
The GRP is well consolidated and free from air voids.
Cores, Ribs, Etc.. :
Ensure that all core materials, ties, ribs, fixings and accessories are fully bonded to the GRP
skin(s) over the full contact surface area.
h)
Fixings:
To be of a suitable type of stainless steel, nonferrous metal or GRP and to be such as to
avoid bimetallic corrosion.
i)
Sealing of Units:
j)
Apply a flow coat to all surfaces of the finished units which are not gel coated.
Thoroughly seal all cut edges, holes etc., to protect the glass fibre from penetration of
moisture.
Curing:
All units must be adequately cured at not less than 50 deg.C (higher as necessary) for not
less than 8 hours (longer as necessary). Ensure that units are not distorted whilst being cured.
k)
Hardness:
After curing, and at time(s) to be agreed with the PM, measure hardness of GRP in
accordance with BS 2782:Part 10: Method 1001, one test for each 1sq m of external surface
area, not less than 2 tests per unit. Reject any unit in which any Barcol hardness
measurement is less than 30 at ambient temperature.
l)
Weight:
The first unit of each type and size produced is to be thoroughly checked for compliance
with the design and specification, and the weight recorded. All subsequent units must then
be weighed, and must not deviate from the weight of the first identical unit by more than +/10%. Inform PM if any unit fails to comply.
m) Production Control Units:

The first unit produced of each of the type(s) listed below is to be inspected by the Engineer
and, if its appearance is approved, clearly marked and kept safely at the shop as a control
standard for appearance of subsequently produced units.
Control units to be delivered to site last.
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Inspection:
All completed units must be carefully inspected and checked by the manufacturer for match
with approved sample(s) or control unit(s) and compliance with specification before
dispatch to site. Make arrangements with the PM for him to inspect completed units in the
shop.
o)
Additional Units for Destructive Testing:

Make the following additional units to permit random selection for purposes of opening up
or other destructive testing as instructed by the Engineer:
p)
Records:
Keep complete records for each unit including the following information:
Unique identification number.
Full details of composition.
Date of each stage of manufacture.
Dates and results of all tests, checks and inspections.
Dimensions related to specified levels of accuracy.
Specific location in the finished work.
Details of any damage and making good.
Any other pertinent data, e.g. if the unit is an approved production control unit.
Records to be available for inspection on request.
q)
Retention of Molds:
After manufacturing ceases retain molds and store in a reusable condition to allow
manufacturing to recommence if required.
2.2.3.
a)
Erection / Fixing Jointing

Erection, Fixing or Jointing by persons other than the Manufacturer:
The GRP manufacturer must:
Provide clear and comprehensive instructions and ensure that they are understood by
the site operatives.

Provide adequate site supervision by a suitably skilled person.
b)
Protection:
Prevent mechanical damage and disfigurement. Separate units during transport and
storage to prevent chaffing. Pad all slings, ropes, bearers, ladders, etc.
Support units as necessary so that they do not bow, twist or distort.
Adequately protect units from the weather. Surfaces not having a weathering gel coat
must not have prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or water.
Do not cover units with plastics sheeting or stick adhesive tape on exposed surfaces.
Store fixing and jointing materials indoors.
Do not deliver to site any units which cannot be erected immediately or unloaded into a
suitable well protected storage area.
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c)
Accuracy of Erection:
d)
Obtain approval of appearance of each elevation before tightening fixings or sealing

joints.
Lighten threaded fastenings to torque figures recommended by the manufacturer. Do
not over tighten restraint fixings intended to permit lateral movement.
Open Drained Joints:
f)
Survey the structure, including any fixing inserts, before commencing erection. Report
to Engineer immediately if structure will not allow the required accuracy of erection.
Set out joint centers for a complete elevation at a time unless otherwise agreed with
Engineer. Erect units using temporary spacers to suit the survey results and ensure
generally consistent joint widths.
The widths of joints must be such as to ensure that the joints perform as intended and
are within the recommendations of the joint sealant or baffle manufacturer.
The finished work must have a satisfactory appearance, being square, regular, true to
line, level and plane with a satisfactory fit at all junctions, all to approval.
Final Fixing:
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Ensure that rear seals are completely airtight.

Install baffles and flashings securely and accurately to ensure that they function as
intended.
Damaged Units:
Do not repair without approval: such approval will not be given where the units are badly
damaged or where the proposed repair will impair appearance or performance. Obtain
approval of appearance of all repaired units. Repairs must be:
g)
Well keyed onto the surrounding GRP using both abrasion and a suitable chemical
primer.
Carried out using the same materials as used in manufacture of the units.
Adequately cured, using suitable portable heaters for site curing.
Cleaning Down:
Return to site at Completion or when instructed and thoroughly clean down the entire area
of the GRP work. Cleaning agents for the purpose must be approved by the GRP
manufacturer.
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GLASS REINFORCED CONCRETE MATERIALS (GRC)

GRC materials and products shall only be obtained from 'Specialists'.
Finishes shall be as shown on the Drawings and specified by the Engineer. Acceptable
variations in texture colour and appearances shall be agreed by the Engineer on a range of
samples.
The finished panels shall be free from surface imperfections such as blowholes, voids,
ridges or any other defects that will be visible in the finished condition, as the approved
samples.
Elements shall be manufactured so as to prevent water penetration.
Materials used for making the GRC units shall comply with relevant British Standards. Any
reference to a British Standard shall mean that current at the time to going to Tender. Where
materials are fully covered by this Specification or alternative materials are offered, the
Contractor shall forward to the Engineer full details of those he proposes to use for approval
prior to commencing the work.
Cement shall be ordinary Portland cement complying with BS 12 as stated in the Concrete
Specification and shall be obtained from one source throughout manufacture. The
Contractor shall obtain test certificates from the cement suppliers showing the results of
cement strength tests, so that an early indication may be obtained of possible low strength of
GRC units resulting from low cement strengths.
The glass fibre shall be Cem-fila glass fibre or other equal and approved.
The Contractor shall ensure that any admixture used by the manufacturer are approved by
the Engineer and do not have any harmful effects on the proposed elements.
Sand shall have a 98% minimum silica content by weight with a maximum moisture content
of 2% by weight and a particle size between 1 mm and 150 microns. The material shall be as
approved by the Licensor / Engineer.
Fillers shall only be used in accordance with recommendations of the Manufacturer to
improve the GRC properties or to assist the manufacture of the material. The Contractor
shall seek prior written approval from the Engineer before using any fillers.
Water used in the manufacture of the elements shall be clean, fresh and potable.
Release agents shall be applied and used according to Licensors recommendations and to the
Engineer's approval.
2.3.1.
Manufacture
The elements shall be manufactured by spraying a uniform mixture of glass fibre and
cement matrix during the application process.
1
The glass fibre and cement slurry shall be metered to the spray head at rates to
achieve the desired mix proportion and glass content. These shall be checked
prior to spray up of each element in accordance with test methods CEM/QC/002
and 003. Distribution of fibre in the mix shall be controlled by the operator in
such a way as to be as uniform as possible.
All weight and volume measurements of mix constituents shall be carried out in a
careful manner such that the correct mix proportions are achieved.
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Wet mixing and spray application shall be carried with equipment and to
procedures approved by the Licensor. These shall be submitted to the Engineer
for approval.
Cleanliness of equipment and working procedures shall be maintained at all times.
Elements, etc., shall be manufactured using a spray technique as approved by the Licensor.
Spray applicators shall be experienced personnel whose proficiency meets the standards set
by the Licensor.
Mist coats consisting of the basic composition without fibre may if necessary be sprayed
onto the moulds. The thickness of this coating shall not exceed 0.5 mm maximum in order
to avoid an unreinforced surface.
Spray-up of the main body of material shall proceed before any mist coat has set.
The method of spraying the main body of material shall achieve the greatest possible
uniformity of thickness and fibre distribution.
Consolidation shall be by rolling and such other techniques as approved by the manufacturer
which are necessary to achieve complete encapsulation of fibres and full compaction.
Control of thickness shall be achieved by using a pin-gauge or other method approved by
the Engineer.
All hand forming of intricate details, incorporation of formers or infill material, and overspraying shall be carried out before the material has achieved its initial set so as to ensure
complete bonding.
The Contractor shall agree the detailed construction of the elements with the Engineer.
Details of the agreed method of construction shall be recorded by the Contractor in drawing
form.
The elements shall be manufactured to the tolerance specified for precast cladding in B.A
C.P.297 with the addition that thickness of the GRC material skin shall be to the specified
thickness with a tolerance of - 0 mm and + 4 mm.
Immediately after the completion of spraying of the element a curing method approved by
the Licensor shall be adopted in order to achieve sufficient strength for the de-moulding
process.
On de-moulding, the elements shall be uniformly supported in a way agreed between
Contractor and Engineer, but this shall nevertheless be the Contractor's responsibility; all
elements shall then be transferred to the curing enclosure.
Curing shall be continued after demoulding to the method agreed by the Engineer. The
curing conditions shall be such as to provide free water on the surface of the elements and
an adequate level of temperature.
At the completion of the curing period external cladding elements shall be stored inside
before receiving any treatment. The coating shall be applied in accordance with the
manufacturer's recommendations particularly with regard to the time and method of
application of the coating.
Elements, etc., shall be handled, stored and transported in such a way that no damage or
marking of the architectural surfaces occurs and so that the elements are not subject to
undue stress.
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All elements, etc., shall be identified individually to indicate the type and date of
manufacture.
Making good of architectural surfaces shall only be permitted on approval of the Engineer.
Structural making good will not be permitted and the Contractor shall replace at his expense
any element so condemned.
Any panel not complying with the specification shall be declared unacceptable.
Details of the methods of transport and erection and site storage shall be agreed between the
Contractor and the Engineer.
The safety and protection of the GRC units shall be ensured throughout the whole of the
contract until the issue of the Certificate of Completion.
2.3.2.
Test Boards/Tests, etc.

1.
Test boards shall be produced at a frequency agreed between the Engineer and
Contractor, but will be as a minimum manufactured in parallel with the first and last
element of each days production by each spray team. (The actual frequency of testing
required will depend upon the production rate and quality). In order to provide sufficient
data to establish compliance an initial increased rate of production of test boards may be
required.
2.
The test board shall be large enough to enable the test coupons to be cut from it without
using the area at the edge of the test board which may be of uneven thickness.
3.
When the element is removed from the curing area the test board shall be transferred to
the quality control laboratory for testing as detailed.
The methods described are those from the Pilkington Quality Control Test booklet.
Where quality control testing is carried out continuously the number of specimens may
be reduced in agreement with the Engineer and Contractor.
The GRC from which the elements, etc., are to be made shall have the following
properties on completion of curing.
a)
b)
Characteristic Modulus of Rupture

Characteristic Limit of Proportionality
(MOR) 21 N/mm
(LOP) 8 N/mm
'Characteristic' MOR or LOP shall have the same general meaning as used for
Characteristic Strength in B.S. C.P.110.
The glass content shall be determined on each freshly sprayed test board by the washout method CEM/QC/004.
Test for Modulus of Rupture (MOR) shall be carried out in accordance with test method
CEM/QC/007.
The Limit of Proportionality (LOP) shall be determined from the load/displacement
curve during modulus of rupture testing above.
The density of the cured material shall be the oven dry bulk density determined by the
test method CEM/QC/006.
If considered necessary additional tests may be specified by the Engineer.
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Quality Control
Quality control of GRC being produced shall be carried out by monitoring test results on a
statistical basis in accordance with the GRCA Specification. Samples for glass content
determination shall be taken from the test board immediately after spraying.
Within 48 hours of completion of the cure schedule the test board shall be cut into test coupons
and the MOR, LOP and density measured.
Requirements shall be as follows:
1
Glass Content. The glass content of the GRC shall not be less than 5% by weight.
Modulus of Rupture. A characteristic MOR Mk of 21 N/mm is to be achieved. This is

defined as the value which 95% of all the mean strengths of individual test boards shall
exceed.
The average MOR needed to achieve Mk is the overall target mean MOR MTM and
MTM = Mk = 1.64 * SD. Where SD is the standard deviation of the accumulated test
board (mean MOR's, or of the last 40 results if more than 40 test boards have been
processed).
Density. The density of the GRC shall exceed 1.80 tonnes/m.

Results of the individual test board mean MOR and LOP values will be treated
statistically for compliance with the following conditions:
a)
No single test board mean result shall fall below 85% of the characteristic value.
b)
The average of overlapping groups of four successive results must be greater

than the characteristic value (Mk Lk) plus half the Margin (where the Margin is
the difference between the characteristic and Target Mean prior to the last four
results, ie. MTM - Mk and LTM - Lk).
In the event of any result or results not fulfilling the requirements, the elements that the results
represent shall be deemed defective. Where non-compliance has occurred the current standard
deviation up to and including the low results should be calculated. From this, a new temporary
margin may be calculated and used to re-assess the results, against the compliance requirement
in consultation with the Engineer. It should be understood that where non-compliance has
occurred, all elements represented by the four results may be deemed defective.
2.3.4.
Preliminary Testing and Samples

The Engineer shall require preliminary testing to be carried out before the Contractor
commences with the actual mix, equipment, personnel and technique proposed for manufacture
to ensure that the following can be achieved.
(a)
That the modulus of rupture and quality control requirements can be achieved.
(b)
That the quality of the finished product is acceptable. Once approved the finished
samples shall be retained on sit by the Engineer as the standard which all elements shall
attain prior to fixing in position.
(c)
A relationship between any special curing regime for quality control proposed and the
curing of the actual product.
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Results of tests shall be submitted before manufacture is due to commence. Failure to achieve
the quality control requirements will mean re-testing to a modified mix design, or
manufacturing method.
2.3.5.
Mix Design
Mix designs shall have been determined by the Contractor in conjunction with the Licensor and
submitted to the Engineer for approval before work commences.
The choice of a mold release must be compatible with architectural finishes and be approved by
the Engineer.
Proposals for forming internal ribs and incorporating infill shall be submitted to the Engineer
for approval. Where sandwich construction is employed, the core material shall comply with
the Licensor's recommendations for material and use.
The material and manufacture of the molds shall be consistent with the type and quality of the
surface finish required for the element, with the tolerance specified and to the Engineer's
approval.
2.3.6.
Fixings
Fixing shall be stainless steel (or as approved by the Engineer) and details of incorporation
should also follow the recommendations of the Licensor.
A safety margin of 7 - 10 of ultimate test load/design working load is required for all fixings.
2.3.7.
Workmanship and Construction

Access shall be allowed to the Engineer at all stages of the work for inspection of all processes
and elements being manufactured.
The Contractor shall provide a means for producing a replacement element at any time during
the Contract. Molds shall be adequately cured to eliminate shrinkage and distortion and shall be
properly braced. Molds shall be inspected and approved by the Engineer before production
commences.
One or more samples of a typical unit shall be manufactured to the agreed detailed construction
and submitted for load testing, as specified by the Engineer.
An agreed number of small samples typical of the manufacture and finish specified are to be
submitted to the Engineer for architectural approval. Approved samples must be clearly marked
and kept safely on site and further approved comparable samples are to be kept safely by the
Contractor so that a preliminary approval of manufactured units can be made.
The Contractor shall ensure that the existing concrete works shall support the erection of the
proposed GRC elements and should there be insufficient support available the Contractor shall
be responsible for providing such support to the approval of the Engineer.
The Contractor shall design, manufacture and install the GRC elements shown on the Drawings,
all to the Engineer's approval.
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Concrete Works
PARTICULAR REQUIREMENTS
Concrete Mix Proportions
The information in following table supersedes that given in Clause 4.1.5
Mix Usage
RC Work as
specified
Mass Concrete
Max Aggregate Size (mm)
20
40
Max W/C Ratio
0.40
0.45
MSRC+Micro-Silica
Below Ground
400
300
OPC Above
Ground
400
300
Works Test Cubes 28 days

(N/mm)
45
30
Slump (mm)
50 - 100
50 - 125
Min Cement Content (kg/m)
END OF SECTION
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Section CC. Block Work
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3.

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BLOCK WORK
3.1
General
3.2
Materials
3.3
Mortar
3.4
Workmanship
3.5
Cavity Walls
3.6
Protection of Cavities
3.7
Load-bearing walls
3.8
Non load-bearing walls
3.9
Fair faced walls
3.10
Protection of finished block work
3.11
Compressible joint fillers
3.12
Partitions
3.13
Poly-sulphide sealant
3.14
Lintels
3.15
Reinforcement
3.16
Source of materials
3.17
Storage of Materials
3.18
Block work Below Ground Level
3.19
Damp proof Courses
3.20
External Pointing of Joinery or Metal works
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3.
BLOCKWORK
3.1
GENERAL

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the relevant standards such as ASTM, British Standards, ACI, IBC-UPC and Agreement
Board Certificates noted in Specifications and the Local Authorities.
The materials shall also satisfy the ESTIDAMA Credits Requirements to be fulfilled for
obtaining the required Pearl Rating of 1 Pearl for the Project.
3.2
MATERIALS
1) Cement
Ordinary Portland cement shall be used as described under concrete work. White or
coloured cement shall comply with the physical requirements of BS 12.
2) Lime
Lime shall be hydrated lime complying with BS 890 Class B to be soaked in water for
not less than 16 hours before use.
3) Water
Water shall be as described under Concrete Works.
4) Sand
Sand shall be clean, sharp, and free from salt and organic matter. It shall comply with
BS.1200. The chloride and sulphate contents of sand shall not exceed the limits given
for aggregate in the "Concrete Specifications".
5) Concrete Blocks
The blocks, hollow or solid shall be strictly as manufactured to BS 6073 Part I and II.
Blocks shall be manufactured of cement and sand 1:5 mix (300 Kg cement to one
metre cube of sand) made in vibrated pressure machines. They shall be hard, sound,
square and clean with well defined arises and shall be 400 mm ( 5 mm) long x
200mm ( 5 mm) high unless otherwise shown in the Drawings. The tolerance of
thickness shall be ( 3 mm).
Unless otherwise shown in the Drawings blocks shall be hollow blocks and shall be
of approved design.
Immediately after moulding, blocks shall be placed on clean, level, non- absorbent
pallets. Blocks shall not be removed from the pallets until they have been inspected
and approved by the Engineer. Blocks shall be steam cured.
Prior to manufacture, the Contractor shall prepare ten nos. sample of each block for
the Engineer's approval, and the approved samples shall be clearly marked and
retained until completion of the Contract.
Blocks shall be tested for compressive strength whenever required by the Engineer.
For each test twelve blocks will be selected by the Engineer.
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The concrete blocks shall comply with the following requirements:

Compressive Strength at Twenty Eight Days
Hollow blocks > 7.5N/mm average of 10 blocks (for Non Load Bearing Walls)
Solid blocks > 12.5N/mm average of 10 blocks (for Load Bearing Walls)
Hollow blocks > 6.0N/mm minimum for any block
Solid blocks > 10.0N/mm minimum for any block
Should a test not meet the above requirements, the batch of blocks from which the
sample was taken, will be rejected and shall be removed from the Site.
Water Absorption: (To ASTM C140/75 & ASTM C145/75)
20% or less of dry weight
The design of the cavities and webs of the hollow blocks shall be submitted to the
Engineer prior to manufacture. The thickness of the face shell and of the membrane
of solid portions shall not be less than one fourth of the width and length of the block
respectively.
Blocks below damp proof course level shall be solid sulphate resisting concrete
blocks, or shall be solid blocks coated with thick black bitumen or tar composition
unless otherwise stated.
6)
Insulated Concrete Blocks

Insulated concrete blocks generally shall be manufactured as described in Sub clause
5 above as per BS 6073. The blocks shall measure 400 x 300 x 300mm thick or
otherwise stated with keyed edges to ensure proper butt-joints. Polystyrene inserts
shall have a K-Value of 0.0645 W/mK or better. The block work shall contribute
towards the achievement of a 1 Pearl Rating for the project.
3.3
MORTAR
Mortar shall consist 1 part cement to 3 parts of sand by volume. For work not in contact with
earth or sand, one part lime may be added to the mix. Mortar for pointing facing concrete
blocks shall be prepared using white cement. When block work is constructed below ground
level sulphate resisting cement shall be used.
Should the Contractor wish to use a plasticizer with mortar, then the mortar shall consist of 1
part cement to 4 parts sand with plasticizer added and used strictly in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions. The plasticizer must be approved by the Engineer before use.
Mixing shall be carried out by means of an approved mechanical batch mixer. The mortar
shall be mixed dry until a uniform mix is obtained. Sufficient water shall then be added and
the mixing continued until a homogeneous mix is obtained. Excess water shall not be used in
the mix.
All mortar shall be used before the initial set has taken place and on no account shall mortar
which has commenced to set be remixed with water or new batches and used.
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WORKMANSHIP
Generally in accordance to BS 8000.
Block work shall be set out and built to the respective dimensions, thicknesses and heights
shown on the Drawings and/ or as instructed in writing by the Engineer.
Unless otherwise ordered, hollow blocks shall be used in all closures, end blocks such as at
door jambs, window openings, etc., and blocks of special lengths or size, shall be solid. The
blocks shall be well soaked before being used and the tops of walls left off shall be made wet
before work is recommenced.
Blocks shall be laid in true and regular courses on a full bed of mortar of 10 mm average
thickness, exclusive of any key in the jointing surfaces of the blocks. Sufficient mortar shall
be used in bedding and jointing to ensure that all keys are solidly filled. Where blocks abut
against concrete each third course shall be tied thereto by means of approved galvanized
steel ties.
All horizontal joints shall be properly level. The Vertical joints shall be properly lined and
quoins, jambs and other angles plumbed as the work proceeds.
All walls shall be plumbed vertical.
Standard sized block shall be used wherever possible. Broken blocks shall not be used except
where required for bonding purposes. Walls and partitions shall be bonded to one another at
angles and junctions.
Joints of faces of block walls which are to be rendered or plastered shall be raked out for
depth of 10 mm as the work proceeds.
Walls shall be carried up regularly without leaving any part more than one meter lower than
another unless the permission of the Engineer is first obtained. Work which is left at different
levels shall be racked back.
The Contractor shall cut and fit block work as required, leave or form chases for edges of
concrete slabs, steps, ends of partitions, etc cut chases for pipes, conduits, etc., and generally
perform all cutting away for all trades. Wooden plates and door and window frames shall be
bedded and exposed edges pointed in mortar and cramps shall be built in. No hollow blocks
shall abut any built in fixtures eg. Doors, frames, louvers etc.
3.5
CAVITY WALLS
The block work skins of cavity walls shall be tied together with galvanized mild steel
butterfly pattern wall ties to BS 1243 Fig. 2 spaced at the rate of one every 800 mm
horizontally, staggered, and every 400 mm vertically at ends, jambs and quoins, wall tiles,
double density.
3.6
PROTECTION OF CAVITIES
The Contractor shall submit to the Engineer for his approval a method for protecting the
cavities of hollow blocks and cavities of cavity walls against mortar droppings and concrete
falling into these cavities while casting floor slabs and edge beams.
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The layers of felt between the underside of the concrete edge beam and top of the wall is for
the purpose of separation of these members and they are not designed for protection against
concrete filling into cavities.
3.7
LOAD BEARING WALLS

Load bearing walls shall be constructed in accordance with BS.CP 111 Part 2.
Where a horizontal or vertical joint is not solidly filled or where it is found that the
Contractor has used blocks other than the blocks specified the whole panel of wall will be
considered suspect and will be removed and rebuilt at the Contractor's expense.
3.8
NON LOAD BEARING WALLS

Non load bearing walls shall not be constructed at the same time as the load bearing walls
but built at least two weeks after the roof or upper floor structure is completed. Toothing into
load bearing walls will not be permitted.
3.9
FAIR FACED WALLS

External and internal walls where described as "fair face" shall be built with blocks having
unblemished surfaces, with good clean arises to all exposed edges and shall be pointed with a
neat flush joint as the work proceeds.
3.10
PROTECTION OF FINISHED BLOCKWORK

The Contractor shall ensure that the finished block work walling is not damaged by
subsequent operations.
The Contractor is to protect newly or partially built walling against it being dried out too
rapidly by the sun's heat or from any other adverse climatic effects and is to follow the
Engineer's instructions in this matter.
The Contractor shall in all cases cover all newly erected walling with hessian or other
material approved by the Engineer and shall keep the same wet for at least three days.
3.11
COMPRESSIBLE JOINT FILLERS

Compressible joint fillers shall be used where specified at joints on drawings or requested by
the Engineer. Filler shall be cut to exact widths and shall have all edges neatly trimmed. All
fixing shall be strictly in accordance with the manufacturer's printed instructions. Exposed
edges of filler shall be pointed with approved sealant.
3.12
PARTITIONS
Block work partitions over 3.00 meter high shall be stabilized as follows:
i. Provide continuous 200x200/100 mm reinforced concrete lintel at the door lintel level or
as required by the Engineer.
ii. For a partition taken between or passing in front of a reinforced concrete column provide
two round steel bars laid in the bedding mortar at 1.00 meter center and fixed to column
using threaded bars locked into cast in "Spit Rock" dowels.
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iii. Provide rebates, toothing and the like at all vertical intersection of walling every meter of
height.
All internal block walls and partitions shall extend up to the underside of the concrete slab,
soffits, beams and the like.
3.13
POLY-SULPHIDE SEALANT
Gun grade sealant shall be used where specified on the drawing or where requested by the
Engineer including external joinery and metal work bedded against block work or concrete.
The colour shall be to the approval of the Engineer.
The primer shall be supplied by the same manufacturer as the sealant. The joints will first be
thoroughly cleaned to the satisfaction of the Engineer and shall be primed before sealing
with sealant. Application of these materials shall be strictly in accordance with the
manufacturer's printed instructions.
3.14
LINTELS
Prefabricated lintels shall comply with the requirements of BS 5977, Part 2. All lintels shall
be bedded on cement and sand mortar and the Contractor shall allow for a minimum bearing
at each end of 150 mm.
3.15
REINFORCEMENT
Totally embedded metal reinforcement shall be used every second course in the mortar joints.
The width of reinforcement to be such that it is 10 mm from the inner face and 20 mm from
the outer face of the block.
3.16
SOURCE OF MATERIAL
All blocks for use shall be obtained from a source (Vendor Lists) approved by the Engineer.
The Contractor shall not change same source without the written approval of the Engineer.
3.17
STORAGE OF MATERIALS
Blocks shall be delivered to Site stacked and stored to permit ventilation and protected from
rain, dampness and the like.
In the event that any materials for use in this Section deteriorate and become unusable due to
inadequate and poor storage they shall be removed from Site as instructed by the Engineer
and replaced at the Contractor's expense.
3.18
BLOCKWORK BELOW GROUND LEVEL

All blocks used in construction below ground level shall be solid and manufactured using
sulphate resisting cement.
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DAMP PROOF COURSES

Damp proof course shall be tropical quality bituminized fiber felt (Hessian type) to comply
with BS. 6398 and be provided under every block wall at ground bearing slab level and
elsewhere as indicated on the drawings or as directed by the Engineer. The damp proof
course shall be lapped at corners and joints and bedded in the cement mortar mix and pointed
both sides.
3.20
EXTERNAL POINTING OF JOINERY OR METAL WORK

Joinery or metal work shall be pointed externally with approved standard Silicon sealant
colour to match the external faces or paint finishes and shall be used strictly in accordance
with the manufacturers printed instructions.
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4.0 ROOFING AND WATERPROOFING
4.1 General
4.2 Testing
4.3 Guarantee
4.4 Preparation of surfaces
4.5 Protection
4.6 Roofing System
4.7 Water proofing below ground
4.8 Waterproofing in Wet Areas
4.9 GRP Water tank lining
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4.
ROOFING AND WATERPROOFING
4.1.
GENERAL
the relevant standards such as ASTM, British Standards, ACI, IBC-UPC and Agreement Board
Certificates noted in Specifications and the Local Authorities, also the ESTIDAMA Credits
The roofing system shall be as shown on the standard roofing detail drawings. However, if the
Contractor desires to submit an alternative proprietary system the Contractor should obtain the
Engineers Approval. Below are the approved systems and basic specifications of materials.
4.2.
TESTING
The Contractor is required to test and to the satisfaction of the Engineer, all areas of roofing,
waterproofing, terraces, bathrooms, kitchens and the like for water penetration. These tests are
to be carried out after the membrane has been laid.
The Contractor shall keep the provisions of all relevant required tests to be carried out in the
item rates for such areas to be flooded with water, and left for a minimum of 48 hours and or to
the satisfaction of the Engineer.
On completion of roofing works the Contractor is to leave the roof in a sound and watertight
condition, to the approval of the Engineer, and in a satisfactory state for final handing over.
4.3.
GUARANTEE
The Contractor and Sub-Contractor both have to provide the Employer with a written
unconditional guarantee for the roofing system installed on site for a period of 10 (ten) years
from the date of issue of the Final Certificate and to the completion of the maintenance period.
The Contractor shall bear the cost of any of the consequential damages or complete renewal as
determined by Engineer during the above period as is provided for in same guarantee. The text
of the guarantee shall be to the Engineer's approval.
4.4.
PREPARATION OF SURFACES
All surfaces shall be clear of all deleterious matter and dry all in accordance with the
manufacturer's written instructions. Prior to the application of any waterproofing/roofing
material or primer the Contractor shall grind the concrete surface using a mechanical grinder to
ensure all surface irregularities are removed and obtain the Engineer's written approval to
commence the said works, without proper approval all the works shall be rejected and replaced
at the Contractor's expense.
4.5.
PROTECTION
Finished and part finished surfaces shall be suitably protected to ensure no damages are made
by other trades. Any roofing or waterproofing so damaged due to non-protection shall be
removed and replaced at the Contractor's expense. The Contractor shall submit to the Engineer
his proposed methods of protecting the various surfaces and locations prior to their completion
or application of finishing layers, i.e. tiling and the like.
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ROOFING SYSTEM
The roofing shall comprise of the following layers: -
1. Install one layer of 4 mm elastomeric polyester tropical grade modified bituminous felt, torch
applied. Provide extra strip layer with min 300 horizontal and vertical lap at junctions with
vertical surface.
2. Thermal Insulation shall be done with polyisocyanurate or polyurethane (rigid foam) SHD
Grade, closed cell with minimum density 32 kg/m over water proofing membrane. Insulation
shall be of make Kingspan, Isolparma, Hapri or equivalent, of suitable thickness so as to satisfy
the ESTIDAMA requirement of 1 Pearl for the project. The thermal conductivity shall be
0.028W/m.K or better.
The contractor shall verify and confirm that the thickness of thermal insulation provided is
sufficient to satisfy the ESTIDAMA credit requirements. The combined construction U values
of the roof shall not exceed more than 0.20W/m2. K. However, in all cases the total
construction thickness of the roof including the structural slab shall not exceed 550mm as
shown on drawings.
3. A separation layer of polypropylene fabric (Typar or equal) laid loosely over roof insulation
layer to receive tiles on screed.
4. Light weight foam Concrete of density 650- 800 kg/m, minimum thickness 50mm lay to falls
and cross falls to drainage outlets. The screed shall be laid in alternate bays not exceeding ten
square meter panels and 300 mm wide from the edge with joints between bays in 10mm thick
compressible fiber material. Angle fillet 100x100mm shall be provided at junctions with
vertical surfaces.
5. 20 mm thick finished Concrete tiles lay over sand cement screed (ratio 4:1). Joints at 10 m to
be filled with approved polysulphide sealants (two part polysulphide) in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions. The tiles shall be flat, smooth and free from depressions and
projections.
6. Approved solar reflective aluminium shield flashing tucked into groove with pin and flat
washers and covered with 2 part polysulphide sealant.
7. Apply gravel mulch at roof drains at a minimum depth of 50mm.
4.7.
WATER PROOFING BELOW GROUND

a) For concrete surfaces and top of blinding: Apply primer and 3 coat bituminous paint.
b) For solid block work. Apply 3 coats of proprietary bituminous based paint.
4.8.
WATER PROOFING FOR WET AREAS

The contractor through standard leak tests shall verify and confirm that the waterproofing is
done properly.
1.5mm thick preformed, self adhesive water proofing membrane shall be laid on to primed
smooth concrete slabs, on to suitably primed up-stands and vertical dressing, applying the
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preformed membrane sticky side downwards to give well rolled 50mm overlaps and shall be
laid strictly in accordance with the manufacturers instructions, to all wet areas, viz, bath room,
toilets, Kitchen/Pantry, etc. including dressing into drainage outlets, and the like and turning
membrane as skirting up (minimum 200mm high) on all perimeter walls and tucking into
preformed grooves.
4.9.
GRP WATER TANK LINING

Waterproof concrete shall be used for the under-ground water tanks. Concrete surfaces, where
lamination is to be applied shall be dry and free from any chemical, oil or shutter release agent.
The concrete shall be completed, cured smoothed and absolutely dry and free from foreign
matters. In order to ensure good wetting out and adhesion on concrete surface first layer shall
be primed with Isophthalic resin about 0.3mm thick and effective sealing of pores shall be
ensured.
The second layer shall be of chopped strand mat 300 gm / m2 "E" glass with Isophthalic resin.
Three layers of chopped strand mat 450 gm / m2 'E' glass impregnated with Isophthalic resin
shall be applied, followed by 'C' veil impregnated with Isophthalic resin. The final layer shall
be Isophthalic resin flow coat with 5% paraffin wax. The total GRP lining shall be 4mm thick.
The Contractor shall submit the detailed Method Statement for the Engineers approval. The
application for the same shall be strictly in accordance with the manufacturer's printed
instructions.
The Contractor shall submit samples for Engineer's approval.
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METALWORK AND GLAZING
5.1 Generally
5.2 Standards
5.3 Finished coating
5.4 Aluminium
5.5 Storage and protection
5.6 Materials
5.7 Shop painting materials
5.8 Shop coating for ferrous and galvanized surfaces
5.9 Workmanship
5.10 Installation
5.11 Samples
5.12 Sealing joints
5.13 Glazing
5.14 Glazing materials
5.15 Glass openings
5.16 Glass installation
5.17 Cleaning
5.18 Cat ladders
5.19 Expansion joint trims, etc.
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METAL WORKS & GLAZING
5.1.
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The Contractor is required to employ approved specialists to supply, or supply and erect all
metalwork items. Working drawings are to be prepared and issued to the Engineer in
quadruplicate for approval in good time to afford no delay to the project and in no case less
than eight weeks before work needs to be put in hand. No work at site or fabrication in factory
shall commence prior to any approval by the Engineer.
5.2.
STANDARDS
Materials used in this Section shall comply with British Standards, the British Codes of
Practice, DIN Standards, American Standards and American Society for Testing and Materials,
or Local Authority Standards and Codes whichever are the more stringent.
Applicable provision of the following British Standards shall apply to these works as follows:1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
5.3.
Mild Steel shall comply with BS 4360, sections generally shall comply with BS 4: Part 1,
hollow sections with BS 4848: Part 2 and angles with BS 4848: Part 4. Steel plate and sheet
shall comply with BS 1449: Part 1 and steel tubes to BS 1775.
Stainless Steel Tubes shall comply with BS 3014, and stainless steel plate with BS 1449:
Part 2.
Aluminium alloy extruded sections shall comply with BS 1161 or BS 1474 and aluminium
alloy drawn tube with BS 1471. Anodizing process when applicable to comply with BS
3987.
Brass work as indicated on the drawings shall comply with the various appropriate
Standards.
Fastenings unless otherwise specified shall be of the same metal as the item being fixed,
with matching coating or finish. Wood screws shall comply with BS 1210. Bolts, Screws
and nuts to BS 4190, machine screws and nuts to BS 4138 and self tapping screws to BS
4174.
Plugs shall be proprietary fiber plastics or other approved type.
Bitumen solution for cold application shall comply with BS 3416, Type 1.
FINISHED COATING
1)
General
The finished coating shall be as stated on the Drawings and applied strictly in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.
The colour of the coating shall be selected from available ranges if not stated elsewhere in
these Documents. The Contractor shall offer samples for approval prior to the final selection
and the manufacturer of these elements.
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The contractor shall demonstrate that all paints and coatings used in the building are within
the maximum VOC content limits of Annex II, Table A of European directive 2004/42/CE:
2004/as mentioned in the PBRS guide book.
2)
Anodized coating
The aluminium anodizing shall comply with BS 3987 and be integral colour hard coat
anodizing 550kp/mm hardness, minimum 25 microns thick.
The colour of anodizing shall be as described on the drawings. Samples of colour including
limits of colour variation shall be submitted to the Engineer for his approval before work
commences. The Engineer reserves the right to reject the products of any supplier who
cannot guarantee a reasonable limit of colour variation, the acceptable limit of variation
being at the Engineer's discretion.
3)
Polyester powder coating

All aluminium sections that are to receive a polyester powder coating shall be given a caustic
etch followed by an anodic oxide treatment to obtain an architectural class 1 anodic coating.
Anodization should be not less than 20 micron thickness.
All aluminium works shall be finished in coloured electrostatic polyester powder coating as
per DIN standard 53151, 53152, 53153, 53156 or equal and approved to RAL colour subject
to the Engineer's approval.
4)
Epoxy Paint Coating

Mild steel dipped galvanized to be spray coated with Epoxy based paint shall be factory
applied in two layers, primer coat 0.4 mils dry film thickness and finished colour coat
minimum 1.0 mils dry film thickness, minimum overall thickness of 1.3 mils dry film
thickness. Inside corners, channels and the like shall be visually covered to the extent
possible. The Engineer shall select the colour from the range available.
The coating shall be applied to properly clean and pre- treated galvanized steel sections.
Application shall be by approved applicators and the Contractor shall provide certified
details of same. The pretreatment and application of the coating shall conform to all ASTM,
BS, DIN Standards and the like as stated in the Supplier's printed Specifications.
5)
Coating thickness
As and when instructed by the Engineer, the Contractor shall provide certificates from
independent laboratories that the minimum thickness as stated in these Documents has been
applied to the aluminium sections. Failure to provide such information shall result in the
complete installation being rejected and replaced at the Contractor's expense.
6)
Dissimilar materials
All aluminium surfaces that are to be in contact with cured concrete, mortar, steel and other
metals shall have the contact surfaces protected wherever they may entrap moisture or
corrosive elements. Metals that are to be in contact with mortar or concrete shall be protected
with a two coat bituminous coating.
Prime paint steel parts of anchors, anchor inserts reinforcement, supports, and all parts after
field welding or bolting with zinc chromate. Minimum dry film thickness of 1 mm for zinc
chromate.
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ALUMINIUM
i.
Generally
All aluminum doors, windows, frames, transoms, mullions, etc, where shown on the drawing
shall be manufactured of extruded section of aluminum alloy to B.S. 1474. Heat treatable
free from defects type, 11.9. They shall be supplied by a manufacturer approved by the
Engineer. Fittings shall be aluminum alloy in accordance with B.S. 1473.
All exposed surfaces shall be light etched and anodized in a satin or matt finish to the colour
indicated on the drawings. The thickness of anodizing shall be guaranteed to be 20 microns
(.020 mm) by the manufacturer and shall be polished to a mirror-like surface.
Aluminum coated materials shall not be permitted in lieu of the aluminum items specified
herein. Samples of the anodized finish must be offered for approval before proceeding.
All aluminum sections shall present clear, straight and shapely defined lines and shall be free
from defects and imperfections that may impair their strength.
Samples of aluminum shall include a corner joint and glazing gasket.
The Contractor shall be responsible for the protection of all aluminum work until the
completion of the Works, and only units in perfect working order and in perfect condition
will be accepted. All hardware, screws, bolts and other necessary accessories shall be of
aluminum or other non-corrodible material and shall match in colour and consistency the
finish of the anodized aluminum.
Where aluminum is in contact with wood, the wood shall be treated with penta-chlorophenol or equal and approved, 5% minimum concentration, followed with the protective
measures described for aluminum in contact with wood or other absorptive materials.
The aluminum work shall be designed and anchored so that work will not be distorted nor
the fasteners over stressed from the expansion and contraction of the metal.
ii.
Protection
Before shipment from the factory, aluminum surfaces requiring protection shall be given a
coating which will protect the metal during construction. In areas where appearance of the
finish on aluminum items is important a coating of methacrylate lacquer shall be applied.
Apply two sprayed coats or water-white methacrylate lacquer having a total minimum
thickness of 0.125 mm, which when applied to the aluminum surface shall be capable of
withstanding the action of lime mortar for a period of at least one week in an atmosphere of
100% relative humidity at 100 degree F and the action or 10% (by weight) muriatic acid for
a period of six hours at 70 degree F and the action of atmospheric weathering for a period of
12 months. Alternatively a thick adhesive tape may be used. The coating or tape shall be
applied in the manufacturers plant to the exposed surfaces of all aluminum components
subject to staining from alkaline mortar and plaster abrasion and other construction abuses.
iii. Workmanship
The Contractor shall furnish all aluminium units as indicated on the drawings.
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Workmanship and installation shall be in accordance with recommended standards of First

Class Aluminium Manufacturers.
The Contractor shall furnish all labour materials and equipment to complete the aluminium
work indicated on the drawings or specified herein to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
Work shall include all parts and accessories for all variations of fabrication techniques
required for a complete installation, caulking, priming and back coating and shop drawings.
All aluminium work shall be performed in a shop where grade of metal work is of
recognized quality acceptable to the Engineer. All items shall be installed plump, straight,
square, level and in proper elevation, plane, location and alignment with other work. All
work shall be designed for adjustment to field variations, fitted with proper joints and
intersections and adequately anchored in place.
All workmanship and finishes shall be first class, strictly in accordance with the best practice.
All work shall be complete in every detail. Finished work shall be approved by the Engineer
before the job will be accepted.
Where aluminium surfaces come into contact with metals other than stainless steel, zinc,
white bronze or small areas of other metal compatible with aluminium, they shall be kept
from direct contact with such parts by painting the dissimilar metal with a primer, followed
by one or two coats of aluminium metal and masonry paint of other approved suitable
protective coating, excluding those containing lead pigments, or a non-absorptive tape or
gasket shall be placed between aluminium and dissimilar metals. Steel anchors and
connecting members shall be hot dip galvanized or zinc plated after fabrication.
Aluminium in contact with wood or other absorptive materials which may become
repeatedly wet shall be painted with two coats of aluminium metal and masonary paint or a
coat at heavy bodied bituminous paint. Alternatively paint the wood or other absorptive
material with two coats of aluminium house paint and seal joints with a good caulking
compound.
Before application of lacquer, the manufacturer shall remove all fabrication compounds,
moisture, dirt accumulations and other foreign materials to ensure proper lacquer adhesion.
Upon completion, the Contractor shall clean all aluminium work as required by removing
protective tape and other coating, using mild soap or detergent and clear petroleum spirits.
Acid, caustics and abrasives shall not be used. Where cleaners are used to remove excess
sealing compounds care shall be taken to prevent damage to seal or staining or damage to
adjacent work.
iv. Aluminium Windows and Doors
a)
General
All windows and doors are to be constructed by approved specialist suppliers of light,
medium or heavy section to suit location, local building regulations, and particular
requirements noted on the drawing as to weight and profile.
All frames should be made to fit the actual openings with a 5mm clearance all round.
Discrepancies in overall width or height exceeding 5mm will not be allowed and the frames
will be rejected in such cases. Any small discrepancies shall have the gaps suitably backed
and then filled with gun- applied water repellent mastic sealant.
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All nuts, bolts, washers and screws used for assembly and fixing shall be of adequate
strength for their purpose within the design and shall be stainless steel grade 18/8.
All fixing of windows to the supporting structure to be achieved using a suitable lug and/or
frame anchor fixing method capable of accommodating all applicable loads, deflection,
tolerances and expansion expected on site. Details of the proposed fixing method shall be
submitted to the project engineer for approval prior to installation.
All sealants used in the assembly of, and in the fixing of cladding and window framing, shall
be non- setting to allow thermal movement without detriment to those joint sealants used for
peripheral caulking and shall be one part silicone sealant and shall conform to BS 4245. All
spliced joints between mullions will be sealed with an approved silicone product, compatible
with other sealants and packing used.
All ironmongery shall have the same finish as the frames and shall be approved by the
Engineer.
At all opening windows and doors and where there are louvered screens and doors, a flyscreen shall be provided to the approval of the Engineer.
Glazing sections shall be set in special heat resisting PVC and of channel type. Separate
glazing sections on each side of the glass will not be permitted.
The following table indicates the basic requirements for window construction. The weights
of framing make no allowance for beads, glazing bars, opening light framing, coupling
mullions or transoms.
Classification
b)
Maximum
Minimum weight superficial
Maximum Dimension
of basic frame area of either
(mm)
(kg/m run)
window way
(sq.m)
Light
0.60
1500
Medium
1.50
2500
Medium
2.00
3000
Heavy
2.50
12
3500
Heavy
3.00
12
3500
Remarks
With door
Thermal Performance:
The contractor shall ensure that all windows and sliding windows, in conjunction with a
suitable glazing shall have efficient thermal barriers and should achieve a target area average
weighted U-Value of 1.90 W/m2K or satisfy the requirements of the ESTIDAMA Energy
Prescriptive Pathway. The Solar Heat Gain Coefficient for the glazing unit shall be a
maximum of 0.23
The average rated u-value for the entrance doors shall not exceed 2.60 W/m2K and shall
satisfy the requirements of the ESTIDAMA Energy Prescriptive Pathway method.
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The contractor shall submit, for approval, details / evidence of all calculations / methods of
determining the required target U-value of all windows.
Suitable performance tests are to be conducted to ensure that the thermal breaks installed are
effective and that infiltration rates are within the specified limits.
c)
Building Air Leakage:

The building shall be tested as per ASTM E779 and should not exceed 3.64 l/s/m2@75Pa
based upon the area of exposed facade.
5.5.
STORAGE AND PROTECTION

1) All materials shall be stored in protected areas on site and shall be fully protected against
the effects of weather.
2) All materials shall be carefully handled and stored under cover in a manner to prevent
deformation and damage to the materials and to shop finishes, and to prevent rusting and
the accumulation of mud, dirt or other foreign matter on the metal work. All such damage
and accumulation shall be corrected prior to erection.
5.6.
MATERIALS
All materials shall be new stock, free from defects, impairing strength, durability or appearance
and of best commercial quality for each intended purpose.
Provide all anchors, bolts, sleeves, spigots and other parts required for securing each item of
work of this Section to the construction, including furnishing to concrete workers all required
inserts and sleeves for use in concrete and furnishing to masons of all anchors, bolts, and other
items required to be built- in masonry.
All exposed fastenings shall be of the same material finish as the metal to which applied, unless
otherwise noted.
Welding rods shall conform to British Standards and the recommendations of the metal
welding rod manufacturer.
Bolts and nuts where used, shall be in accordance with B.S. 1400 or 1769. Bolts shall be of
sufficient length to show at least one full thread beyond the nut after tightening. Bolted joints
subject to vibration shall be securely locked.
Washers, where used, shall be in accordance with B.S.4320. The size of the holes shall not
exceed the bolt diameter by more than 2mm.
Crambs, Wall Tiles, Anchors etc.
The cramps for fixing wood frames to walls shall be 200mm long 30mm wide and 3mm thick
and shall have one end bent and twice countersunk drilled for screwing to the frame and the
other end fishtailed for setting into walling.
All fixing cramps, wall tiles, anchors etc., shall be galvanized mild steel proprietary type such
as Pepcon International (Al Tayer), Harris and Edgar or equal and approved. The Contractor is
responsible for submitting suitable samples to Engineer for approval.
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Galvanized Steel Channels and Chequered Plate

Where Site Electrical Rooms or Substations are required, the Contractor must allow for all
necessary galvanized steel channels and chequered plate as directed by the Engineer including
framing, supports, hand-railing etc., as necessary.
5.7.
SHOP PAINTING MATERIALS

Shop paint for un-galvanized ferrous surfaces shall be a high quality, lead free, rust inhibitive
primer, as approved by the Engineer.
Shop paint for galvanized metal shall be high quality, zinc rich, metal primer especially
formulated for use on galvanized metal, as approved by the Engineer.
Shop paint for aluminium shall be Dichromate based primer.
5.8.
SHOP COATINGS FOR FERROUS AND GALVANIZED SURFACES

1)
Galvanizing
a)
All ferrous metal under this Section for exterior use in addition to any other interior items
specifically so specified, shall be of hot dip galvanized, including all bolts,
b)
Hot- dip galvanizing process shall comply with BS 729 as applicable. After galvanizing,
processed items shall be straightened free of all wrap-age and distortion caused by the hot
dip process.
c)
Galvanized surfaces to receive paint coatings shall be given hot phosphate (bonderizing)
shop pre-treatment.
d)
Furnish to the Engineer, a certified statement that galvanizing and hot- phosphate pretreatments comply fully with this Specification.
2)
Shop Painting
a)
All materials (plain and galvanized) (including nonferrous where specified for paint finish)
under this Section shall be given a shop coat of primer as specified, using the appropriate
primers specified previously in this Section.
b)
Immediately before painting, remove all rust, loose mill scale, dirt, weld flux, weld spatter
and other foreign material with wire brushes or steel scrappers. Remove all grease and oil by
use of detergent or solvent as recommended by the manufacturer of the proposed painting
system.
c)
Apply paint by spray process in strict accordance with manufacturer's printed instructions to
dry film thickness recommended. Apply thoroughly and evenly and work well into corners
and joints taking care to avoid sags and runs.
d)
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e)
After erection, sand smooth and retouch all portions of the shop coats chipped or damaged
during erection, and coat all field welds and connections with the same paint used for all the
shop coat.
f)
All aluminium surfaces in contact with cement or concrete surfaces are to be given two coats
of bitumen based paint before being fitted.
WORKMANSHIP
1.
Co- ordinate and provide details of the work as necessary to ensure co- ordination with
related building elements and services. Liaise as necessary to ensure co- ordination of the
work with related building elements and services, provide fabrication/installation drawings
and other information requested, submit sufficient copies of drawings, etc., for approval.
Make any necessary amendments in accordance with any comments of the Engineer and
without delay and re- submit unless it is confirmed that this is not necessary and submit
sufficient copies of final version of drawings, etc., for distribution to all parties.
2.
Take site dimensions and submit Drawings as detailed elsewhere in these documents,
showing elevations, plans and full size sections, proposed methods of fixing, proposed
methods of forming joints, any proposals for fabricating large components in more than one
piece.
3.
Prepare control samples as requested and obtain Engineer's written approval of appearance
before proceeding with manufacture.
4.
Fabricate metalwork carefully and accurately to ensure compliance with design and
performance requirements, using types and grades of metal appropriate for the purpose.
Finished work must be free from distortion and cracks. Use proprietary products to
manufacturer's recommendations.
5.
Pre- finished metal may be used if the finish complies with this specification, the methods of
fabrication do not damage or alter appearance at finish and the finish is adequately protected
during fabrication.
6.
Cold formed work, use brake presses or cold rolling to produce accurate profiles with
straight arrises. Unless specified otherwise, mitre junctions of identical sections. Remove all
burrs and sharp arrises which would be visible after fixing or a hazard to the user. After
thermal cutting stainless steel grind off material which is liable to corrode.
7.
When assembled all moving parts must move freely and without binding.
8.
Prepare surfaces of metals to receive adhesives by degreasing and abrading mechanically or

chemically and form bond under pressure. Use adhesives in accordance with manufacturer's
written recommendations.
9.
Mechanical joints shall be tight with no visible gaps. Where screw heads will be visible after
component is fixed, or raised screw heads would interfere with any moving part of
component, use counter-sunk machine screws unless specified otherwise. Mechanical joints
of components which will be located externally shall be bedded in bedding compound,
including all mating surfaces, cleats and other fixings.
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10. Thoroughly clean surfaces to be welded and ensure accurate fit using clamps and jigs where
practicable. Use tack welds only for temporary attachment unless specified otherwise. Make
joints with parent and filler metal fully bonded throughout with no inclusions, holes,
porosity or cracks. Completely remove all traces of flux residue and slag. Prevent weld
spatter falling on surfaces of materials which will be self finished and visible in completed
work. Butt welds which will be visible in completed work shall be finished smooth, flush
with adjacent surfaces.
11. Metal arc welding shall be to BS 5135 or other methods subject to approval. Welding of
stainless steel shall be TIG welding to BS 3019: Part 2, or other methods subject to approval.
Use double bevel butt welds, backing bars to remove heat, jigging, tack welds and any other
measures necessary to minimize distortion.
12. Remove slight distortion by light hammering, taking care not to damage surface finish.
Welding of aluminium alloys shall be TIG welding to BS 3019: Part I, or MIG welding to
BS 3571: Part I, or gas welding to BS 1126, or other methods subject to approval. Welding
of copper alloys shall be fusion welding to BS 1077 for copper, or other methods subject to
approval.
13. Apply metal coatings after fabrication is complete and all fixing holes have been drilled,
unless otherwise, specified. Before applying coating remove all welding slag, weld spatter,
anti- spatter compounds, paints, grease, flux, rust, burrs, and sharp arrises and make good all
defects which would show after application of coating and finish surfaces smooth.
14. Galvanizing shall comply with BS 729, sherardising to BS 4921, zinc spraying of iron and
steel surfaces shall comply with BS 2569: Part I and Vitreous enameling of steel surfaces
with BS 3830. Surfaces of stainless steel, bronze and brass which will be visible in the
completed work shall be finely polished.
15. All sections shall be protected to prevent distortion of metalwork during transit, handling,
storage and fixing and damage to arrises, projecting features and surfaces which will be
exposed in the finished work. Prevent contact with mud, ashes, plaster and cement and
provide protective coverings as necessary and remove on completion.
16. Position metalwork accurately, plumb, level and true to line. Fix securely to prevent pulling
away, deflection, or other movement during use. Do not distort when tightening fastenings
and the like.
17. Do not use railings or balustrades as strutting or supports after fixing for other works. Do not
weld, braze or solder on site without approval.
18. Fastenings shall be concealed where practicable. Thickness or metal and details of assembly
and supports shall give ample strength and stiffness. Joints exposed to weather shall be
formed to exclude water. Do all cutting, punching, drilling and tapping required for
attachment of hardware and of work by other trades.
19. Generally metalwork shall conform to all Local Authority Bye- Laws, and, in lieu of other
specific legal requirements, shall support any live loads which may normally be imposed
plus a safety factor of 2.5.
5.10. INSTALLATION
1.
All work shall be installed adjusted and glazed by experienced workmen all in accordance
with the manufacturer's installation instructions and in full conformity with the approved
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shop drawings, samples and other submitted data. Under no circumstances shall materials be
installed on surfaces that contain condensation, dirt, grease or other foreign encountered
materials that would hinder or prevent proper installation and functioning for the use
intended.
2.
All work shall be carefully and accurately assembled with proper and approved provision for
contraction and expansion and set in correct locations as per approved detailed shop
drawings, all level, square, plumb and aligned with other work. All joints between framing
and structural building shall be sealed in order to be watertight and weatherproof and to
satisfy all other requirements of the Engineer.
3.
Frames shall be designed and manufactured with a maximum 2.5mm tolerance around the
opening in the structure. These joints are to be finished by applying an approved sealant into
a polystyrene foam backing strip.
4.
All works are to be fully protected for the duration of the contract from damage by other
trades. The Engineer shall approve the method of protection.
5.
If for any reason final finishes become scratched, abraded or damaged during transport,
delivery, storage or erection, it shall be the Contractor's responsibility to remove or repair
those defective areas or components as directed and to the complete satisfaction of the
Engineer.
Repair work shall be identical to the manufacturer's applied finish with regard to gloss, finish
and visual appearance. Field touch up of painted aluminium is permitted only with the
written permission of the Engineer. Where touch up is not an authorized means of repair the
damaged materials must be replaced by new.
6.
Upon completion of work all protective coverings from all exposed surfaces shall be
removed. All surfaces shall be cleaned using soap or detergents as recommended by the
aluminium manufacturers to remove sealants, discolouration and any other foreign material.
Defection of any type determined by the Engineer shall be repaired at the Contractor's
expense.
7.
Extreme care shall be taken when cleaning the exterior portion to protect all other adjacent
works.
5.11. SAMPLES
1.
Submit duplicate samples of all finished materials for approval by Engineer. The samples
will show the full range of finishes and mechanical properties to be expected in the finished
product. Where physical samples would otherwise be too large, examples will be given that
can be readily inspected locally, or the Contractor will provide facilities for the Engineer's
inspection at the Contractor's expense.
2.
Unless specifically called for, size and form of each sample shall be as directed by the
Engineer.
5.12. SEALING JOINTS

The contractor shall demonstrate that all sealants used in the building interior do not exceed the
prescribed VOC (Volatile Organic Compound) limits in the South Coast Air Quality
Management District Rule 1168.
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The Contractor shall ensure that joints are dry and remove all loose material, dust and grease.
Joints shall be prepared in accordance with sealant manufacturer's recommendations using
recommended solvents and primers where necessary.
Adjoining surfaces which would be impossible to clean if smeared with sealant shall be
masked.
Backing strips shall be inserted in all joints to be pointed with sealant.
When using backing strips, the Contractor shall not leave gaps and shall not reduce depth of
joint for sealant to less than the minimum recommended by the manufacturer.
Cavities shall be filled and jointed with sealant in accordance with the manufacturer's
recommendations.
Sealant shall be tooled to form a smooth flat bead.
Excess sealant shall be removed from adjoining surfaces using cleaning materials
recommended by the sealant manufacturer, and shall be left clean.
5.13. GLAZING
All glazing work shall be installed by skilled workmen experienced in this work in accordance
with BS 6262.
The Contractor shall fix all glass with the required gaskets, clips, beads, etc.
All glass shall be of the type, shape and size indicated on the drawings and/or specification
here under. All types of glass shall be free of waves, bubbles, and other defects.
All glass panels shall have rounded edges to prevent any damage to gaskets.
The Contractor shall produce on request all invoices or advice notes from suppliers to confirm
that the glass is of the standard specified. Any scratched, broken or otherwise defective glass is
to be removed and replaced by the Contractor at his cost during or on completion of the Works.
The contractor shall submit for approval, details / evidence of all calculations / methods of
determining the required target u-value of all windows. Suitable performance tests are to be
conducted to ensure that the thermal breaks installed are effective and that infiltration rates are
within the specified limits.
5.14. GLAZING MATERIALS
General
The Contractor shall submit representative samples of all glass he proposes to install in the
Works. On receipt of the Engineer's approval of same the Contractor shall commence the
procurement of the glass.
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Alternatively, the combined U-Values of the window units, Glass and frame shall meet the
following performance parameters: U-Value 1.90 W/m2K , SHGC of 0.23 and infiltration of
0.35 ach or satisfy the requirements of the ESTIDAMA Energy Prescriptive Pathway.
Sheet Glass
Sheet glass shall be flat-drawn clear sheet glass complying with BS 952, Section 1, ref 4(a),
Ordinary Glazing Quality.
Plate Glass
Plate glass shall be cast, rolled or drawn glass ground and polished on both surfaces complying
with BS 952, Section 1, ref 6a(1), Glazing Quality for Glazing.
Obscured Glass
Obscured glass shall be figured rolled glass complying with BS 952, Section 2, ref 14b of
approved type.
Wired Glass
Wired glass shall be polished Georgian wired glass having both surfaces ground and polished
and with square mesh inserted during rolling complying with BS 952, Section 4, ref 21b.
Heat Absorbing Glass
Heat absorbing glass shall be floated glass substantially opaque to infra-red radiation
complying with BS 952, Section 4, ref 23. Tint and manufacture to Engineers approval.
Toughened Glass
Toughened glass shall be tempered or heat-treated and comply with BS 952, Section4, ref 25.
Tint and manufacture to Engineers approval.
Poly-carbonate Glass
Translucent and bendable poly-carbonate glass panels to comply with standards.
Double and Multiple Glazing Units
Double and multiple glazing units shall comply with BS 952, Section 4, ref 35. The glazing
units shall be to the size shown on the drawings with the panes hermetically sealed at their
periphery with dehydrated air in between. The gap between the panes shall be 12mm wide.
Glass as described shall be used in the fabrication of the sealed units with the glass tint (Bronze)
thickness and manufacture all to the Engineers approval. Use panels comprising 6mm thick
panes with 12mm wide air space.
Mirrors
Mirrors shall be of uniform thickness, free from waviness, air bubbles and the like.
Representative samples of mirror shall be submitted for the Engineer's approval. The mirror
glass shall be clear and silvered by nitrate precipitation, protected by copper plating with a
protective plastic coating on the reverse side. The mirrors shall be 6 mm thick and cut to sizes
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as shown with ground and polished edges. The mirrors shall be set on 20 mm thick plywood
backing plugged and screwed to wall.
5.15. GLASS OPENINGS
The glass framing shall both structurally support and adequately cushion the glass. To prevent
mechanical and thermal stresses on the glass, the framing system shall provide openings that
are within the tolerances for squareness, corner offset and bow. These tolerances are listed
below.
Squareness
3mm difference in lengths of the diagonals.
Corner Offsets
0.8mm maximum offsets at corners.
Bow
1.6mm bow in a 1.22m length of frame.
If the variations from these tolerances are anticipated, details of same shall be advised to the
Engineer. If site conditions are found to be outside these tolerances corrections must be made
before the openings are glazed.
5.16. GLASS INSTALLATION
Workmanship shall generally be in accordance with CP 152 and respective British Standards.
The glass is to be delivered to the site with adequate protection to prevent damage and where
possible it is to be fixed in position immediately after delivery. When fixed the Contractor is to
take all necessary precautions to prevent damage during succeeding building operations and
will be entirely responsible for the replacement of any broken or damaged glass at his own cost.
The Contractor is to be solely responsible for determining the exact sizes of glass required,
including a tolerance of 2mm to each edge and he is recommended to check the necessary
dimensions on site.
No glazing is to be carried out until rebates have been painted with primer. Glazing beads as
applicable are also to be primed before fixing.
All mastic is to be neatly struck off to agree exactly with site lines inside and out.
Rates are to include for all necessary springs, clips, setting blocks, location blocks and distance
pieces and for taking off and later re-fixing loose beads.
Glass apertures in timber doors are to be bedded in chamois leather glazing strip, black ribbon
velvet or P.V.C. glazing strip to the approval of the Engineer.
5.17. CLEANING
All glass shall be thoroughly cleaned and polished on both sides and all paint spots and the like
completely removed to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
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5.18. CAT LADDERS

Cat ladders where noted on the drawings shall be aluminium and unless otherwise detailed
shall be constructed as follows: Stringers shall be 50 x 6mm flat attached to the structure with
75 x 75 x 6 mm plates bolted to the structure at not less than 300mm center to center.
Treads shall be formed of 19mm tube riveted to the stringers.
Safety loops shall be fitted to cat ladders more than 2000mm long and thereafter at 1000mm
intervals. The width across the loop shall be 685mm and the distance from the centre line of the
stringers to the inside of the back of the loops measured at right angles to the stringers shall be
762mm. The loop material shall be minimum 50 x 12mm.
5.19. EXPANSION JOINT TRIMS, ETC.
The Contractor is to provide, at all expansion joints in floors, roofs, ceilings, walls and columns,
appropriate extruded aluminium expansion joint cover system as appropriate and as shown on
the drawings and fixed in accordance with the manufacturer's printed instructions including all
necessary components and fixings.
Floor, wall, roof and ceiling joint covers shall be approved joint seals 50 mm deep. Butt joints
within continuing runs shall be a maximum of 6 m apart and will be sealed during installation
using patent butt joint sealing method and be finished standard grey.
Transition pieces at changes of direction and at joints between horizontal and vertical joint
covers shall be factory fabricated.
The contractor shall ensure that the sealants wherever used in the interior of the building do not
exceed the prescribed VOC limits in the South Coast Air Quality Management District Rule
1168.
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6. CARPENTRY AND JOINERY

6.1.
Timber generally
6.2.
Timber for caracassing
6.3.
Softwood for joinery
6.4.
Hardwood for joinery
6.5.
Preservative treatment
6.6.
Fire resistance and flame retardants
6.7.
Plywood
6.8.
Block board
6.9.
Chipboard
6.10.
Veneers
6.11.
Plastic laminate
6.12.
Hardboard
6.13.
Nails and screws
6.14.
Metalwork
6.15.
Adhesives
6.16.
Access panels and the like
6.17.
Workmanship
6.18.
Packaging and storage
6.19.
Wooden Doors
6.20.
Protection, Finishing and re-examination
6.21.
Ironmongery
6.22.
Service ducts and access panels
6.23.
Kitchen Cabinets
6.24.
Framed Lining to Doors & Windows
6.25.
Architraves, Stops Etc.
6.26.
Drywall Partition
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CARPENTRY & JOINERY

The contractor shall ensure that no ACMs (Asbestos Containing Material) or CAA
(Chromated Copper Arsenate) treated timber are used in the project so as to satisfy the
ESTIDAMA requisite of SM-R1
6.1.
TIMBER GENERALLY
Joiner's work shall be carried out in accordance with the drawings and the principles of first
class construction.
Full details of the timber to be used are to be submitted to the Engineer and the quality for any
purpose is to be approved before any timber is delivered to site.
Hardwood is to be defined as BS 881 and softwood as defined in BS 589 and 1186.
The timber is to be of the best quality available having due regard for the purpose for which it
is required and it is to be seasoned to a moisture content of 14%- 15% before transportation.
The Contractor is to take a site reading to determine the moisture content of all joinery by
Moisture Meter. Documentation is to accompany each batch shipped to verify the moisture
content. Without such documentation the whole batch will be rejected.
The Engineer shall reject all unsound timber caused by decay, insect attack, sapwood, splits,
shakes, and wavy edges, pith pockets, together with large, loose or dead knots.
Unless stated otherwise, sizes shown on drawings are finished sizes. All timber is wrot on all
faces unless otherwise stated.
Timber which is to be plugged to the structure shall be properly and securely fixed by means of
rawl plugs, rawl-plastic or hardwood plugs cut on the twist. Nails shall be in accordance with
British Standard No.1202.
For wood works installed inside the building, the contractor is required to use timber and
composite wood products that are certified. The certification should be complete with chain of
custody certificates associated with each timber product and evidence of purchase and
installation of the certified timber products from suppliers and installers.
The contractor shall ensure certification under any one of the ESTIDAMA approved
certification schemes such as Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), Program for the Endorsement
of Forest Certification Scheme (PEFC), Canadian Standards Association (CSA), Sustainable
Forestry Initiative (SFI) and Malaysian Timer Certification Scheme (MTCS). The contractor
shall also ensure that all timber and timber products will not include species on the CITES list
of endangered species. Construction timber used may however be from non-certified sources.
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TIMBER FOR CARACASSING

Timber for caracassing generally is to be imported European or Canadian softwood, free from
decayed or loose knots, splits and any sign of fungus/live insect attack, and to the approval of
the Engineer.
The structural softwood is to be straight, close grained, with not less than eight annular rings to
25 mm. Unless otherwise described all sawed softwood members are to be of a permissible
species (as listed in Schedule 6 of the building Regulations) of Species Group S2 of CP 112
Part 2 and are to be of GS or MGS grade, as defined in BS 4978. Imported timber which has
been visually or machine stress graded overseas and which meets the requirement of BS 4978
may be used with the Engineer's permission.
6.3.
SOFTWOOD FOR JOINERY

The softwood timber for joinery is to be European Redwood, Swedish, Russian or Romanian
White wood, or other equal and approved, selected for joinery work.
softwood joinery timber is to be selected with due regard for the particular purpose for which it
is to be used, Appendix A of BS 1186 (Part I) being used as a guide.
Softwood shall comply in all respects with BS. 881/589 and 1186.
Timber shall be of an approved variety and quality suitable for the purpose for which it is to be
used and equal to samples approved by the Engineer.
All timber shall be properly seasoned and shall be sawed square, straight, and true.
All timber shall be free from the following defects:a) Splits, ring shakes, soft pith.
b) Checks exceeding 300mm long
c) Checks exceeding 20mm wide
d) Checks exceeding in depth one half of the thickness of the timber
e) Knots exceeding 30mm
f) Knots exceeding one half of the width of the surface
g) Decayed or dead knots unless cut out and plugged
h) Loose knot or knot holes unless cut out and plugged
i) Pith pockets
j) Decay and insects attack.
6.4.
HARDWOOD OR JOINERY
Hardwood for joinery is to be first quality Teak Wood unless otherwise stated, and it is to be
suitable for its intended use in accordance with Appendix B of BS 1186 (Part I).
Hardwood for joinery is to be quarter sawed unless otherwise indicated and is to show a
straight and regular grain throughout without shakes or other defects which would reduce the
mechanical or physical properties of the timber. Timber in the finished joinery is to be free
from woolly texture, soft heart, sapwood, splits, and shakes, dote, all evidence of fungus/insect
attack and all faults caused by compression failures. There are to be no wavy edges.
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It is to be free from unsound knots and there are to be no knots of any description on exposed
faces, unless specifically agreed. Plugging or piecing in will not be permitted.
In joined panels each piece shall be of the same species. Joinery for staining or polishing shall
have all surfaces of the same character of grain running in the same direction.
Colour of hardwood throughout is to be consistent and to the approval of the Engineer.
6.5.
PRESERVATIVE TREATMENT
The preservative treatment to all timber shall comply with the requirements of BS 5268 or
equivalent for any species not listed therein. The Contractor shall provide a certificate of
assurance that treatment has been carried out as specified. Any ends cut after treatments are to
be given two coats of preservative. Factory fabricated timber and components shall be treated
therein.
All grounds and other timber to be built into concrete or block walls or otherwise covered shall
first be coated all over with approved wood preservative and anti-termite solution suitable for
the position in which the member is to be incorporated.
6.6.
FIRE RESISTANCE AND FLAME RETARDANTS

All timber, plywood and boarding shall comply with the requirements of BS 476 and 5669 in
respect of fire resistance and the application/treatment of flame retardants. The Contractor shall
provide a certificate of assurance that such compliance/treatment has been carried out as
specified.
6.7.
PLYWOOD
Plywood generally is to comply with BS 1455 and BS 6566 and is only to be obtained from a
manufacturer approved by the Engineer.
The plywood bonding is generally to be type WBP, except where otherwise stated. The
Contractor is only to use plywood of the required thickness, and under no circumstances is he
to make up thickness by gluing together sheets of thinner plywood.
The surface grading is to be Grade 1 where to receive clear finish and Grade 2 elsewhere,
unless otherwise described. The Contractor is only to use a fine tooth saw when cutting
plywood.
Plywood shall be free from end joints, (including scarf joints in veneers) overlaps in core
sheets, dead knots, patches and plugs, open defects, depression due to defects in core, insect
attack, (except isolated pin-worm holes through face veneers only), fungal attack and from
discolouration differing from that normally associated with the species.
Face veneers shall be durable and shall be capable of being finished to a smooth surface. Face
veneers shall closely match the general joinery timber supplied. They shall be free from knots,
worm and beetle holes, splits, glue stains, filling and inlay of any kind or other defects.
Adhesives shall comply with the requirements of B.S 1203, Grade W.B.P. and shall ensure
proper adhesion between plies.
All plywood shall be of exterior grade unless otherwise stated.
Where required, lippings are to be hardwood, tongued and glued to the edge of the plywood to
finish a minimum of 12mm thick.
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BLOCK BOARD
Block board is to comply with BS 3444 and bonding and surface grading are to be as
previously described for plywood.
6.9.
CHIPBOARD
Chipboard is to comply with BS 5669 and is to be of the density specified on the shop
drawings. Chipboard is to be used in accordance with the recommendations of the Chipboard
Promotion Association.
6.10. VENEERS
Veneers shall be roll-cut veneers, minimum 0.6mm thick, having a class A facing in
accordance with French Standards, NF B 53.504.
The veneers shall be factory applied under pressure using urea-formol adhesive by
manufacturer of the various components, all veneers shall be guaranteed by the manufacturer.
The reverse faces of veneered boards shall always have a balancing veneer of the same type.
The choice of veneer is to be to the approval of the Engineer.
Whole sheets are to be used wherever possible to minimize jointly and edges are to be lipped
with matching hardwood fillets, which are to be the full thickness of the sheet and 6mm thick.
The Contractor is only to use a fine tooth saw when cutting the veneer faced boards, and any
edges arising are to be faced with a hardwood fillet to match factory produced edges.
6.11. PLASTIC LAMINATE
Decorative plastic laminate (melamine) sheeting shall comply with BS 3794 Class 1.
The sheeting shall be capable of being post formed at the edges without cracking, breaking,
chipping or the like. Under no circumstances shall edges be stuck on but formed from whole
sheets covering the main body of the item of work.
Only whole sheets shall be used and fixing of the sheeting shall generally be as stated above for
Veneers. VGS class laminate shall generally be used for doors while HGP class laminate shall
be used for all other applications including post forming. Selection of laminate and choice of
colour shall be to the approval of the Engineer.
6.12. HARDBOARD
Hardboard is to be standard quality in accordance with BS 1142 Part 2.
6.13. NAILS AND SCREWS
Nails are to comply with BS 1201 and screws with BS 1210. They are to be of the appropriate
approved type for their intended use.
6.14. METALWORK
Metalwork fixings are to be galvanized and of a make and pattern approved by the Engineer.
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Bolts are to comply with BS 4190.

Fixing accessories are to comply with BS 1494.
Timber connectors are to comply with BS 1579.
Expanding bolts to the approval of Engineer.
6.15. ADHESIVES
The contractor shall demonstrate that all adhesives and sealants used in the building interior do
not exceed the prescribed VOC (Volatile Organic Compound) limits in the South Coast Air
Quality Management District Rule 1168.
Adhesives are to be synthetic resin type complying with BS 1204 Part 1, and they are to be
type WBP.
6.16. ACCESS PANELS AND THE LIKE
The Contractor is to provide access doors, panels and traps to the complete satisfaction of the
Engineer, wherever access may be necessary in order to maintain the services within the
building.
Accesses which are likely to be used regularly are to be formed with hinged lockable panels;
those used irregularly are to be capable of being removed by releasing screws or clips.
6.17. WORKMANSHIP
Joinery shall comply with BS 1186 Part 2 and CP 112 for structural carpentry, and where
possible shall be fabricated in a manufacturer's shop prior to delivery. It shall be accurately,
properly and soundly constructed with all moulds and arises clean and sharp. Joinery shall be
protected from damage during storage at Site and throughout the construction period
subsequent to fixing.
The terms "frame" or "framed" or "framing" mean work put together by proper carpentry or
joinery joints, such as mortising and tenoning, dovetaling, dowelling, etc., and the joints are to
be as shown, specified or directed. Butted and screwed or nailed joints or halved joints and the
like will not be deemed framed and will not be accepted for framed work.
Fixing of all joinery work, including fillets, architraves, frames, glazing beads and the like
shall be by means of screws. Nailed work will not be permitted.
Screw heads in work to be painted shall be countersunk and stopped. Screw heads in wood to
be oiled, varnished or polished shall be plated, with the grain of the pellet in the same direction
as the grain of the member.
Unless otherwise described, work described as "plugged" shall be fixed by drilling holes in the
wall or floor, plugging with "Plastic Plugs" well rammed in and fixing the member with screws.
Centers of the fixings must not exceed those necessary to provide adequate support, and in any
case must not exceed 600 mm.
6.18. PACKAGING AND STORAGE
All timber and composite items are to be polythene wrapped at 14% moisture content before
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The timber is to be properly stored and protected on site until immediately prior to fixing when
the polythene is to be removed and the timber stacked above the ground in the shade.
The Contractor is to ensure that the timber is covered in wet weather and uncovered in dry
weather and is to replace any damaged or otherwise affected items at his own expense.
All factory fabricated units and components shall be stored in their packing until fixing of same
commences to ensure that damage is kept to a minimum.
6.19. WOODEN DOORS
In general for all wooden doors installed inside the building, the contractor is required to use
timber and composite wood products that are certified. The certification should be complete
with chain of custody certificates associated with each timber product and with evidence of
purchase and installation of the certified timber products from suppliers and installers.
of endangered species.
The contractor shall ensure that all wood products used for the doors do not exceed class E1
levels for formaldehyde content and do not exceed 5ppm for Pentachlorophenol (PCP) content.
Wood product must be tested, classified and marked according to the requirement of BS EN
14342:2005.
Unless shown otherwise the non fire-rated hollow core flush doors are to be constructed from
25mm x 75mm top and bottom rail and stiles, 25mm x 50mm intermediate cross rails at
100mm centers, both sides covered with plywood glued and pinned to framing and veneered
as described for painting or clear finish and with extra blockings in the lock position.
All flush doors are to comply generally with B.S.459 (1988) in the case of hollow cored and
semi-solid doors and B.S. 459 Part 3 in the case of fire resisting doors. Doors are to be
constructed to the thickness, size and type as shown on the drawings or as directed by the
Engineer. Flush doors generally shall be solid core flush faced with a teak veneer finish
prepared to receive varnish decoration.
The core of fire-rated solid core flush doors shall be constructed of longitudinal laminations of
precision planed timber, butt jointed and glued with resin based adhesive under hydraulic
pressure, the whole forming a rigid, fire resistant raft.
Where flush doors are to have rebated or rounded stiles the lippings at the edges must be
increased sufficiently to allow for these labours. Cutting rebates or forming roundings on
standard sized lippings will not be permitted.
In the case of hollow cored or semi-solid doors, blockings shall be built into the construction of
the door to provide firm fixings for locks, bolts, hinges, springs, and other ironmongery.
Positions of these blockings shall be indicated on the facing of the door, care being taken to
avoid permanent marking.
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All doors are to be hardwood lipped on all edges. The lippings shall be a minimum of 12mm
thick securely jointed and tongued into the framing of the door. Where rebate meeting stiles are
required on pairs of door, the lippings on the meeting edges shall be a minimum of 20mm thick.
Doors shall be properly fitted to give a uniform clearance of not more than 3 mm all round and
hinges shall be let into doors and frames.
Where observation panels are required they shall be formed to the dimensions and using the
type of glass shown on the drawings. The opening is to be lipped all round similarly to the
edges of the door. The glass is to bedded in non-setting mastic as described in the "Glazing
Section" and held in position with two sets of glazing beads to the section shown on the
drawings, fixed with small brads or lost head nails.
Where observation panels occur in doors with a clear finish, the lippings and beads shall be in a
hardwood to match the veneer, and the beads shall be fixed with brass cups and screw.
Fire doors shall have a 1.5 hour fire rating unless otherwise described, and shall generally be
constructed in accordance with the relevant British Standard or DIN Standard. All fire doors
shall be fixed with an intumescent strip insert in their frame.
All fire doors shall be provided with appropriate certificate from a recognized and approved
testing agency to British Standards requirements
6.20. PROTECTION, FINISHING AND RE- EXAMINATION

All the wood for joinery works, whether it is to be painted or left clear finished, shall be
supplied properly planed and rubbed down.
The joinery shall be properly protected during fixing and work by other trades, especially
frames and door linings which may require temporary casings.
The frames shall be fitted with a temporary threshold to retain frame shape which can be
removed before floor finishes are laid.
Units supplied "pre- finished" (veneered doors, pre painted doors etc.) shall be supplied with an
appropriate wrapping, and the Contractor shall repair or replace any defective work, no matter
from whatever cause, in order to hand over the works in perfect condition.
All joinery shall be accurately set out, framed and executed in accordance with the detailed
drawings.
Where timber work is required to be wrought it shall be machine dressed, unless otherwise
directed.
Joinery shall be cut and framed at an early stage, but shall not be glued or wedged until the
building is ready to receive it.
Framed work shall be properly mortised and tenoned, wedged and glued, and cramped and
dowelled together where necessary. All joints, mort ices, tenons, housings, etc., shall be
perfectly formed and fitted, and all joints shall be painted over with the best red lead before
fixing. All faces of joinery in direct contact with block work, concrete or rendering shall be
painted over with best red lead before fixing. All external joinery is to be put together with
waterproofing glue. Butted, screwed or nailed joints will not be acceptable for framed work.
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The jointing and fabrication are to be such that the shrinkage of any part shall be compensated
at the joint, and shall not impair the strength of the finished work nor interfere with the
construction tolerances.
The Contractor shall take all necessary measures to check or prevent capillary penetration of
water in the joints and open connections of external joinery works.
The use of nails for fixing any items of joinery will not be permitted. Springs may be used for
glazing beads only.
Screws shall be in accordance with B.S.1210. All screws shall be countersunk and puttied and
all springs shall be punched and puttied. All joinery work such as architraves, beads, etc.,
required to fit against the contour or irregular surfaces shall be accurately scribed to ensure a
close connection.
All joinery which is to be polished varnished or painted shall be finished smooth and clean by
rubbing down with fine glass paper.
Except where the work is to be built-in the Contractor shall obtain all dimensions for joinery
works from the building structure. Carpentry work which does not form an essential part of the
structure fabric shall not be carried out nor brought on to the building site until required.
The Contractor shall provide and maintain all temporary covering and box in and protect all
work liable to damage, and shall provide temporary doors where necessary during the progress
of the work. The Contractor shall ensure that the work of other trades is properly arranged to
obtain the best results, both in the joinery and the other trades.
After the setting, placing and fixing of the joinery, the Contractor shall examine all the works
and ensure that they are fixed correctly. Until the issue of the Practical Completion Certificate
and handover of the entire work, the Contractor shall replace at his own expense, all missing or
defective parts. At the end of the works, the Contractor shall check all opening units and their
proper functioning, and shall grease all moving parts, if necessary.
After handover, the Contractor shall maintain his work and shall, on request, carry out all
easing and adjustments as required.
In the case where defects appear especially, twisting of doors and the like, the Contractor shall
rectify such defects at his own expense.
6.21. IRONMONGERY
1. General
All ironmongery shall be selected for the appearance and performance required and shall be
obtained from a well known reputable manufacturer and shall bear the stamp of the
manufacturer. Unless specified otherwise all ironmongery shall be supplied from the same
manufacturer.
The Contractor shall not use in the works types or classes of ironmongery other than those
specified except with approval in writing of the Engineer.
The type, location, quality and finish of ironmongery shall be as shown on the drawings and
the Contractor shall submit for approval a comprehensive schedule of ironmongery covering
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all items required to complete the works. This schedule shall give catalog references and
locations for all ironmongery.
All screws used for fixing ironmongery shall be supplied and shall be of the correct type,
material, finish, size and shape to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
The base metals for finishes shall be as follows:
nylon finish
aluminium finish
nickel plated
stainless steel finish
: mild steel
: aluminium
: bronze or brass
: stainless steel
2. Workmanship
All ironmongery shall be carefully wrapped and protected until the completion of the work
and any items or parts which are damaged shall be replaced at the Contractor's expense
before handover of the works.
Any locks with steel components which are to be used in or near damp rooms shall be hot
galvanized and painted before fixing.
All ironmongery shall be securely fixed or housed and all rebates, holes, etc., to take
ironmongery shall be neatly and cleanly executed.
All hinges shall be carefully housed or let into the hinged elements and to the frames.
Intumescent paste shall be applied around all ironmongery to be fixed on fire doors.
All fitting shall be removed before starting any painting operations and re-fixed in place after
all painting work is completed and approved by the Engineer.
The Contractor shall check and adjust all ironmongery, and oil or grease moving parts to
ensure good performance.
On completion, all locks, catches and similar types of ironmongery shall be properly cleaned,
tested and oiled or greased.
3. Suiting
Locks shall be selected from a range of ironmongery having compatible keys. It will be a
requirement that the locks shall be so arranged as to accept a common master key and
sub- divided so as to offer a number of sub master keys.
Locks shall employ a construction key facility and shall be delivered to site with copies of a
construction master key for each building or floor. The Contractor shall propose to the
Engineer and account for the number of keys required for the construction period. An
additional construction master key will be required for the Employer's security personnel.
Upon completion of construction, the manufacturer's representative along with the Employer
and/or his appointed agent and the Contractor, shall visit the site with a changeover key to
reset all cylinders and it shall not be possible to reinstate the construction key facility once
this has been done. The `changeover' key shall be destroyed once the construction key has
been canceled.
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Permanent individual keys and Master Keys shall be handed directly to the Employer or his
appointed agent together with Master key charts upon completion of the above procedures.
Replacement keys and cylinders shall only be obtained from the manufacturer by an agreed
procedure with the Employer.
6.22. SERVICE DUCTS AND ACCESS PANELS
Provide service ducts and access panels to sanitary appliances and fittings, dry riser, electric
panel and the like as shown on detailed and location drawings. Ducts and panels shall generally
be de-mountable comprising plywood board fixing to galvanized steel frames with countersunk
machine screws. All framing shall be galvanized and painted. Outside face of ducts and panels
shall be finished to receive the adjacent wall finish. Externally located ducts and panels shall be
constructed accordingly using only properly treated materials.
Size of service ducts and access panels shall be as shown. Contractor shall provide details of
proposed framing and fixing details for Engineer's approval prior to commencing work.
6.23. KITCHEN CABINETS
The contractor shall source and install wooden kitchen cabinets together with all the fixtures
and fittings including the kitchen sink, counter tops, cabinet lighting, platform lighting and
garbage collection bins required for waste segregation as per the Estidama regulations to
achieve the necessary credit point.
For the kitchen cabinets, the contractor is required to use timber and composite wood products
that are certified. The certification should be complete with chain of custody certificates
associated with each timber product and with evidence of purchase and installation of the
certified timber products from suppliers and installers.
of endangered species.
All installed wood works shall meet Class E1 levels of formaldehyde content in accordance to
the information in the Estidama PVRS Guidebook Version 1.0.
Detailed shop drawings shall be submitted to the Architects / Engineer for review and approval
prior to any installation activities.
All sealants and adhesives used in the installation shall be non-polluting and shall have low
VOC content.
6.24. FRAMES AND LININGS TO DOORS AND WINDOWS
Frames and linings shall be provided and built to the dimensions and sections shown on the
drawings or as directed by the Engineer. Frame members are to be framed together and linings
are to be tongued at angles all in accordance with the principals of good construction.
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6.25. ARCHITRAVES STOPS, ETC.

All architraves, stops, cover beads, glazing beads, etc., are to be provided and fixed to the
dimensions and sections shown on the drawings or as directed by the Engineer with neatly
mitred angles.
Stops to half hour fire resisting doors are either to be worked out of the solid or otherwise fixed
with screws at maximum 18" centers. Stops to one hour fire resisting doors are to be worked
out of the solid, all in accordance with BS 459 Part 3.
Glazing beads shall be fixed with small brads or lost-head nails or in the case of work to
receive a clear finish, with brass cups and screws.
6.26. DRY WALL PARTITIONS
The drywall partitions shall comprise and be constructed using the following specifications:
1. Materials:
All materials shall be of Gyproc from British Gypsum or equal and approved.
Drywall partitions shall be installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. All materials
should have Engineer's approval prior to commencement of Works.
Internal drywall partitions will have a total thickness of 75mm, 0.5 hour fire resistance and 44
decibel average sound reduction index. Two hour resistance drywall partitions shall include fire
resistant lining to give specified rating.
Drywall partitions having glazing vision panels shall consist of two 6 mm clear monolithic
float glass with aluminium frame and beading covering the full width of the wall.
2. Metal Studs:
Metal studs and channels of 48 mm width to be made of light weight cold rolled, galvanized
mild steel to comply with BS 2989 and BS 2994. Vertical studs shall be installed at 600 mm
maximum centers. Damp-proof membrane will be inserted under the floor channel.
3. Plasterboards:
Gypsum plaster boards of 12.7 mm thick to comply with BS 1230, shall be screwed to the studs,
carefully cut and jointed.
The lining shall be skimmed with taped joints to receive finish.
4. Insulation:
All drywall shall receive 40 mm resin bonded glass wool slabs, 68 kg/m, to be installed
between the plasterboard linings.
5. Services:
Prior to installing insulation and plasterboard on second side, all pipes, switch boxes, etc. will
be fixed, inspected and tested if required.
Heavy fixtures such as lavatory cisterns and hand basins shall have a timber frame inside the
partition with vertical and horizontal members to take the required fixings.
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Section HH. Floor, Wall and Ceiling Finishes
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8. FLOOR, WALL AND CEILING FINISHES

8.1.
Cement
8.2.
Water
8.3.
Sand
8.4.
Lime
8.5.
Gypsum plaster
8.6.
Admixtures and plasticizers
8.7.
Colour pigments
8.8.
Plasterboard
8.9.
Metal lathing, stops and beads, Expansion joint cover strip
8.10.
Porcelain Tile
8.11.
Ceramic tiles
8.12.
Adhesives and sealants
8.13.
Surface hardeners
8.14.
Workmanship generally
8.15.
Defective/damaged work
8.16.
Storage
8.17.
Preparation of surfaces
8.18.
Plastering and rendering
8.19.
Gypsum plaster
8.20.
Angle beads
8.21.
Beds for floor tiling
8.22.
Sand cement screed
8.23.
concrete tiles
8.24.
Ceramic floor & wall tiling
8.25.
Floor tiling
8.26.
Granite work
8.27.
Suspended ceiling
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FLOOR, WALL AND CEILING FINISHES

All suspended ceiling system to comply with the requirements of BS EN 13964:2004
SECTION 4.5, in relation to asbestos and formaldehyde content i.e. there must be no asbestos,
the formaldehyde content must not exceed class E1 levels and must be tested, classified and
appropriately marked.
8.1.
CEMENT
The cement shall be as described in 'Concrete work'.
8.2.
WATER
All water used in the completion of the finishes as specified herein shall be clear, clean, potable,
fresh water, free from all deleterious matter or chemical impurities which may adversely affect
the finishes and shall comply with BS 3148.
8.3.
SAND
The sand is to be clean, sharp, river or pit sand free from earth, loam, saline materials or other
impurities and well graded from coarse to fine.
For use in plastering, sand is to comply with the requirements of BS1198 Table 1.
For use in beds, granolithic finishing, tile bedding and jointing, etc., sand is to comply with the
requirements of BS 1199 Table 1.
8.4.
LIME
The lime used in plasters is to be hydrated complying with BS 890 Class B.
8.5.
GYPSUM PLASTER
Gypsum plaster shall be a dual-purpose plaster (undercoat and finishing) as retarded hemihydrates gypsum Class B as BS 1191. The resultant plaster shall be capable of being troweled
to a smooth surface, highly resistant to cracking and crazing and chemically inert when set.
8.6.
ADMIXTURES AND PLASTICISERS

All additives and the like shall only be used when approved in writing by the Engineer and in
strict accordance with the manufacturer's written instructions.
8.7.
COLOUR PIGMENTS
The contractor shall demonstrate that all paints and coatings used in the villa are within the
maximum VOC content limits of Annex II, Table A of European directive 2004/42/CE:
2004/as mentioned in the PBRS guide book.
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All paints and coatings must have fungal resistance in the wet state (to protect from fungal
growth in the paint tin) and all wet spaces (bathrooms and kitchens) must have fungal
resistance that also provide protection in the dry state (after the paint has been applied and
dryed)
Colour pigments shall comply with the requirements of BS 1014, and are to be lime proof and
non fading.
8.8.
PLASTERBOARD
Plasterboard shall be self finished gypsum wallboard, or gypsum lath or baseboard where to
receive a skim coat, complying with requirements of BS 1230.
8.9.
METAL LATHING, STOPS AND BEADS, EXPANSION JOINTS COVER STRIP

Metal lathing, stops and beads are to suit the plaster and tile thicknesses and are to be as
manufactured by The Expanded Metal Co. Ltd., U.K., Catnic Components Ltd., or Haffan or
equal and approved, and is to be fixed with nonferrous nails to walls strictly in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.
Expansion Joint Cover Strip (for all Types of Finishes generally)
Expansion joint, cover strips shall be extruded mill finish aluminium profiles as manufactured
by Expandito Ltd. or other equal and approved, fixed in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.
8.10. CERAMIC TILES

Unglazed ceramic floor tiles and coved skirting are to comply with the requirements of BS
1286.
The glazed ceramic wall and floor tiles are to comply with the requirements of BS 1281.
8.11. ADHESIVES AND SEALANTS
The contractor shall demonstrate that all adhesives and sealants used in the villa interior do not
exceed the prescribed VOC limits as mentioned in the South Coast Air Quality Management
District Rule 1168.
3-4 mm high performance tropical grade thin flat bed water proof membrane adhesive by FEB,
BASF or FOSROC or equal and approved - applied in accordance to manufacturer's written
instructions. Specifically designed for the fixing of tiles in wet areas and provide a waterproof
membrane to substrate.
8.12. SURFACE HARDNERS
The Contractor shall treat surfaces of cement and sand screeds with suitable medium duty
surface hardener, used strictly in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8.13. WORKMANSHIP GENERALLY
Workmanship shall conform to the recommendations of the appropriate Codes of Practice and
to full satisfaction of the Engineer. The Contractor is responsible for the provision of all labour,
scaffolding, materials, tools, plant, etc., required for the completion of the execution of the
Works, to the full satisfaction of the Engineer.
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8.14. DEFECTIVE/DAMAGED WORK

All defective or damaged work shall be cut out and patched as directed by the Engineer. All
patched surfaces shall match the consistency and finish of the original surface and shall be
level with adjoining surfaces.
Damaged or deteriorated materials and manufactured items shall not be used in the Works. Any
materials or manufactured items damaged during and after bedding or setting in position shall
be removed and replaced by and at the Contractor's expense.
8.15. STORAGE
All branded materials delivered to site are to be properly stored in a watertight shed on a dry
floor, or in equivalent conditions to avoid deterioration prior to use. Any materials which
deteriorate or become damaged before use are to be removed from site and replaced at the
Contractor's expense.
8.16. PREPARATION OF SURFACES
Surfaces to receive plastering, beds and the like are to be dry brushed to remove all loose
particles, dust, laitance, efflorescence and the like, any projecting fins on concrete surfaces
shall be hacked off. All traces of mould oil shall be removed from concrete surfaces by
scrubbing with water containing detergents and rinsing with fresh water.
Surfaces are to be wetted and re- wetted as required to equalize suction before the first coat of
plaster or the like is applied. Particularly dense, hard concrete surfaces are to be wetted and
re- wetted as required before bonding plaster is applied.
Where surfaces are out of line, they are to be brought to level by hacking or dubbing out in
similar mix to the undercoat prior to commencement of finishing. Irregularities in surfaces to
be plastered shall be filled with mortar (without lime) twenty four hours before plastering
commences.
Joints in block work and the like shall be well raked out before re-plastering to form a good
key. Smooth concrete surfaces to be plastered shall be treated with an approved proprietary
bonding agent.
Before plastering is commenced all junctions between differing materials shall be reinforced.
This shall apply where walls join columns and beams, particularly where flush, and similar
situations where cracks are likely to develop and as directed by the Engineer. The
reinforcement shall consist of a strip of expanded metal lathing 300mm wide which shall be
plugged, nailed or stapled as required at intervals not exceeding 450mm at both edges fixed to
cover both materials evenly.
The reinforcement is also to be provided over all electrical conduits and service pipes running
within the walls.
Plastering shall not be commenced until all mechanical and electrical services, conduits, pipes
and fixtures have been installed.
The Contractor shall satisfy himself as to the suitability of all surfaces prior to the
commencement of the application of the finishing material.
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8.17. PLASTERING AND RENDERING

Internal plastering is to comply with BS 5492.
The plaster for use internally is to be composed of one part cement, one quarter part lime and
four parts of sand, and is to be applied in two coats to the finished stated thickness.
The render for use externally is to be composed of one part cement and four parts of sand, and
is to be applied to the finished stated thickness externally. A small quantity of lime may be
added to this mix at the Engineer's discretion.
Plaster or render is to be mixed in clean buckets and gauge boxes. All tools are to be kept clean
and fresh plaster or render is not to be contaminated with set plaster or render.
The ingredients for the plaster or render are to be mixed three times dry and three times while
water is added. Alternatively mixing may be done by approved mechanical mixers, which are
to be cleaned before use.
The working time permissible after the addition of water to the plaster or render mix is to be
thirty minutes. Mixed plaster or render that has exceeded this limit is to be removed from the
site and not re-tempered and used in the works.
The Contractor is to ensure that before plastering or rendering commences the junctions
between differing base materials are reinforced with a strip of galvanized expanding metal lath
secured at both edges. All angle beads and the like shall also have been fixed.
All surfaces to be plastered or rendered are to be sprayed with water, with is to be allowed to
dry out before a key coat of cement slurry is applied.
All undercoats are to be scratched to form an adequate key for the next coat. The setting coat is
not to be applied until the floating coat has been left in a moist condition for at least three days.
All Plastering shall be executed in a neat workman like manner and made good to wood frames
skirting, pipes, fittings and the like.
Plaster work is to be finished with a smooth, trowel face, free from blemishes and fit to receive
decoration. Render is to be finished with a wood float. Any blown, cracked or otherwise
damaged plaster or render shall be condemned by the Engineer and is to be hacked off and
made good with quick setting plaster at the Contractor's expense.
Full use is to be made of grounds, rules and angle trowels to ensure that all wall faces finish
plane and true to line in all direction and that all angles are straight, true and plumb. Prices for
plastering and rendering are to ensure that work to walls and ceilings are effectively 'cut' at the
joint so as to minimize damage due to movement.
8.18. GYPSUM PLASTER
Gypsum plaster shall generally be applied in accordance with the manufacturer's written
instructions and the requirements of the previous clause of this section.
Mixing of the plaster may be by hand or mechanically whichever is preferred. All mixing
utensils and equipment shall be clean and thoroughly washed after each mix. It is important
that all equipment is kept clean and free from set plaster and impurities.
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Should any plaster be present in subsequent mixes the Engineer shall condemn the mix and
require the Contractor to clean all the utensils and equipment before continuing with further
mixing?
The gypsum plaster shall be of European origin and suitable for mixing with water. The plaster
is gypsum hemi-hydrates premixed plaster containing special aggregates and additives similar
to products manufactured by British Gypsum and the like.
Preparation of background surfaces shall follow the previous clause for plasterboard or
concrete which shall be treated with a proprietary bonding agent. The bonding agent shall be
compatible with the gypsum plaster and applied strictly in accordance with the manufacturer's
written instructions.
Application of the gypsum plaster may be by hand or by machine at the selection of the
Contractor and it shall be carried out as follows:
Hand applied plaster shall be applied to solid background with firm pressure. The initial coat
shall firstly be applied as a tight coat, then turning back with the same batch of material to give
an overall thickness of 11 mm. For thicknesses over 11 mm, scratch the first or render coat
thoroughly to provide a good mechanical key for subsequent coats. Apply further coats to a
maximum thickness of 8 mm per coat. Allow each coat to set before applying the next. Rule
the floating coat to an even surface and lightly scratch to provide a key for the application of
the thistle finish coat. The minimum thickness of the thistle finish coat shall be 2 mm and
finished with a smooth, blemish free surface.
When application is by machine, the plaster is sprayed onto the background in the form of
ribbon by holding the nozzle of the plastering machine close to the surface. The consistency of
the mix shall allow the ribbon to run together. When a substantial area has been covered the
plaster is worked and ruled in exactly the same manner as for the hand applied undercoat.
Scratch undercoat and apply thistle finish coat as before.
The Contractor shall only use operatives skilled in the application of plaster in this operation.
All plaster shall be finished to receive decoration and any damaged or cracked surface shall be
cut out and replaced at the Contractor's expense.
8.19. ANGLE BEADS
All external angles in walls and at openings such as doors, windows and the like shall be
protected with stainless steel angle beads complying with BS 1246 Fig.7 Profile C3.
They shall be securely plugged, nailed or stapled as required at intervals not exceeding 18"
(450 mm) at both edges.
Work to include as well, supply and fix of galvanized mild steel plaster stops to finish the
plaster at meeting with skirting leaving 10 mm joint groove.
8.20. BEDS FOR FLOOR TILING
Beds for floor tiling shall be composed of 1 part cement and 4 parts of sand by volume. Mixing,
all as previously described.
Prices shall include surface preparation, temporary rules, laying to falls and cross falls as
required by the room location, making good and the like.
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8.21. SAND CEMENT SCREED

Floor screeds are to compose of one part cement and three parts sand and are to be smooth and
level. Final difference in levels in any part of the building shall not exceed 2 mm; otherwise the
Contractor shall be required to apply an approved self leveling screed to finish the surface.
Thicknesses are generally as shown on drawings, 70mm in carpet and granite areas
Where beds are to be laid direct on to a concrete sub- floor that has set, the surface of the
sub- floor is to be thoroughly cleaned and prepared to ensure a good bond, the surface being
chipped with a pick if necessary, brushed well and washed out to remove all dust and dirt, and
thoroughly soaked with water left on overnight. Surplus water is to be mopped up and
immediately prior to laying the bed, the sub- floor is to be coated with a grout of neat cement
wash well brushed on as the work proceeds. The grout must not be permitted to set before the
bed is laid.
Alternatively the Contractor may use a bonding agent applied in conformity with the
manufacturer's instructions.
Pipes, conduits and the like to be embedded in a screed or topping shall be securely fastened to
the concrete sub base, then apply cement and sand haunch to the side of pipes/conduits and a
layer of chicken wire mesh overlaid at least 200 mm wide at each side. When these operations
have been completed the Contractor may commence the laying of screed/toppings.
The Contractor shall lay screeds or toppings in bay sizes as instructed by the Engineer
including filling joints between bays as directed. Joints in the concrete sub base shall be
continued through the screeds or toppings.
The screeds or toppings shall be finished to give the surface stated using either a hand trowel,
mechanical power float or the like. All finishes shall be uniform, smooth and free from ridges,
trowel marks and other blemishes. For a non- slip finish apply carborundum particles between
successive troweling operations to give a smooth surface.
The beds shall be protected from excessively rapid drying out by means of tarpaulins or
polythene sheeting for a minimum of 7 days after laying.
Laying beds is preferably to be carried out when the building is fully protected from adverse
weather, however, the Contractor is to protect all beds as necessary from damage by wet
weather.
8.22. CONCRETE FLOOR TILES
1. General Preparation
Before starting work ensure that:
Bases are sufficiently flat to permit specified flatness of finished surfaces, bearing in mind the
permissible minimum and maximum thicknesses of the bedding material.
Concrete slabs have been allowed to dry out by exposure to the air for not less than 6 weeks.
2. Samples
Before placing orders submit representative samples of floor and skirting tile as well as an
ENGINEER agreed section of treads/risers and strings. Ensure that delivered materials match
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3. Control Samples
Complete sample areas, being part of the finished work, in ENGINEER approved locations and
obtain approval of appearance before proceeding.
4. Laying
Laying Generally:
Joints to be true to line, continuous and without steps, and parallel to the main axis of the space
or specified features.
b. Cut tiles to be kept to the minimum, as large as possible and in unobtrusive locations. Cut tiles
neatly and accurately.
c. Where positions of dividing strips are not specified they are to be agreed with the engineer.
d. Before laying obtain engineers approval for setting out tile joints and any necessary cutting.
e. Fix tiles so that there is adhesion over the whole of the background/base and tile backs.
f. Before bedding material sets make adjustments necessary to give true, regular appearance to
tiles and joints.
a.
5. Level of finished floor:

Permissible deviation in level from datum for floors and landings to be +/-10 mm.
6. Flatness of finished floor:
Sudden irregularities not permitted. When measured with a slip gauge to BS 8204: Part 1,
Figure 3 or equivalent, the variation in gap under a straight edge (with feet) placed anywhere
on the surface to be not more than: - 1 m straight edge: 2 mm
7. Partially bonded construction:
a.
Before surface of base (including any associated minor areas such as skirting, treads and risers)
has completely hardened brush off all surface laitance with a stiff broom.
b. Shortly before laying bedding thoroughly clean surface by scrubbing and washing.
c. Keep surface wet for several hours before laying bedding. Remove free water then brush in
cements slurry of creamy consistency.
d. Lay screed bed while slurry or bonding agent is still wet to ensure a good bond.
8. Mortar for bedding:
Unless specified otherwise:
a. Cement: Ordinary Portland to BS 12. Sand for walls: To BS 1199, Table 1.
b. Sand for floors: To BS 882, Table 5, grading limit M, but where fine sand is specified grading
limit F.
c. Batch by volume. Specified proportions are for dry sand, allow for bulking if damp.
d. Mix materials thoroughly to a uniform consistence in a suitable forced action mechanical mixer.
Do not use a free fall type (tilting drum) mixer. Use the minimum water necessary to give
required work ability.
e. Use mortar within two hours of mixing at normal temperatures. Do not use after the initial set
has taken place and do not re-temper.
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9. Tiling Semi dry mortar bed:

a.
Mortar for bed: 1:31/2-4 as clause 390, with water content such that a sample squeezed in the
hand will retain its shape and not crumble, and such that a film of water does not form on the
surface of the bed when compacted.
b. Dampen base, then lay suitably small working areas of the screed bed and compact thoroughly
to the required level.
c. Within two hours, using 1:1 cement: fine sand slurry incorporating an approved bonding agent,
spread an even layer 2 mm thick, coat backs of tiles, lay on the wet slurry and tap firmly into
position.
d. Grout tiles within four hours of completing laying. Colour of cement grout to match colour of
tile/tile matrix. Apply with a squeegee until joints are completely filled, remove surplus from
face of tiles and cure as specified before finishing.
10.
Tile Skirting:
Bed solid to wall with cement based adhesive.

Ensure joints in skirting are match and align with joints in floor tiles.
11.
In-situ toppings:
a. Batch material by volume using accurate gauge boxes.

b. Thoroughly mix, including any pigments, in a dry state to a uniform colour and with even
distribution of different size aggregates. Add the minimum water necessary to achieve work
ability and mix to a uniform consistency.
c. Lay suitably small areas of screed bed using a 1:3 mortar as clause 390 of a stiff plastic
consistency and thoroughly compact to level.
d. Within 48 hours brush neat cement slurry into the surface, lay topping and thoroughly compact
by tamping, toweling and rolling level with the dividing strips.
e. Remove excess laitance from the surface and ensure that the aggregate is regularly distributed
with the minimum amount of cement matrix visible.
f. Cure as specified before finishing.
12.
Dividing strips:
Depth to be such as to give secure anchorage into the mortar bedding.

Fix to exact finished level of floor.
13.
Movement joint metal edgings:
a. Stainless Steel angle, size 50 x 50 x 6 mm.

b. Fix to base by plastic spacer shims over timber grounds with SS screws at 600 c/c's to exact
finished level of floor.
14.
Preformed strip movement joints:
Manufacturer and reference: By approval.

15.
Finishing Curing:
Immediately after laying, protect tiled surfaces from wind, draughts and strong sunlight. Cover
with polythene sheets held in close contact with the surface and lapped 100 mm at edges. Keep
in position for not less than three days or until grinding commences, whichever is the later.
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Grinding:
a.
Mechanically grind surface using coarse grit stones and water. Dry grinding will be permitted
only where it is not practicable to use the wet process.
b. Thoroughly clean and wash floor to remove all grinding residue and dust.
c. Fill holes and depressions in surface with matching grout well pressed in to surface and allow
to harden.
d. Mechanically polish surface with fine grit stones and water to a fine grit finish.
e. Wash surface clean and keep free from traffic for at least two days.
17.
Protection:
Adequately protect and keep clean all completed areas. Clean off any droppings immediately.
18.
Cleaning and Maintenance:
a.
Before practical completion submit the specialist subcontractor's recommendations for cleaning
and maintenance to the ENGINEER.
b. Immediately before practical completion thoroughly clean all surfaces in accordance with those
recommendations.
8.23. CERAMIC FLOOR AND WALL TILING
Glazed ceramic wall tiles shall comply with the requirements of BS1281.
The surfaces to which tiles are to be fixed are to be thoroughly dry before fixing commences
and free from all defects. Any such defects are at being made good before work commences.
Wall tiling shall be carried out in accordance with CP 212.
The ceramic tiles shall be true in size and shape, free from flaws, cracks and crazing, uniform
in colour and texture and keyed on the back. They shall be equal in all respects to samples
approved by the Engineer.
External angles and exposed edges of tile areas shall be formed with rounded edge tiles. Misfits
as well as damaged or defective tiles shall be removed and replaced with good. Where tiling
abuts frames, surrounds, etc., or where holes are required for pipes etc., the tiles shall be
carefully cut and fitted to form a neat close joint. Fair exposed edges of tiled areas shall be
finished with tiles having a polished edge matching the surface.
The wall tiles shall be fixed with adhesive to a true vertical face with continuous vertical and
horizontal joints. Joints shall be straight, level, perpendicular and pointed neatly. The width of
joints shall be as directed by the Engineer. Any surplus grout which adheres to the tiling shall
be wiped off with a damp cloth before it sets hard.
The floor tiles shall be laid symmetrically about the center lines of the room and any cut tiles
shall be made by using a proper tool leaving the cut edges square and smooth. The tiles shall be
solidly bedded in cement and sand mortar (1:4) and pointed in coloured cement to match the
tiling.
Before setting in position, glazed tiles shall be thoroughly immersed in clean potable water for
24 hours and drained off so that no free moisture remains on the back of the tile.
The surface of concrete or block work shall be thoroughly cleaned, wetted and well dried
before applying the base coats and screeds. Mixes, thicknesses and methods of application of
beds and backings far wall and floor tiling shall be as shown on the drawings. Mortar for base
coats shall be used within one hour after mixing and re-tempering will not be permitted. The
base coat shall be applied with sufficient force to prevent air pockets and to secure a good bond
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and shall be scored or cross-scratched, when nearly set, to form a key. The surface of the base
coat shall be well wetted and dried immediately before the tiling is commenced.
Floor and wall tiling to kitchens shall be run under and behind cupboard units. In the Garbage
Room the ceramic wall tiles shall extend up to the soffit of the ceiling slab.
Movement joints are to be provided at the perimeter of areas of ceramic tiling and at intervals
not exceeding 4m in either direction in larger areas. In addition, the Contractor shall take
adequate precautions against lifting or cracking of ceramic tiles for any other person.
Upon completion, all tiling shall be left clean and free from cement or stains.
For areas specified tiles shall be certified acid resistant min. thickness 8mm and size and colour
to approval and shall be fixed in Mortar Bed or Adhesive to approval of Engineer.
Tiles shall be necessarily true to line and shape.
The agreement of the Engineer to the setting out of tiles is to be obtained before commencing
work and a sample room is to be set out for the Engineer's approval prior to continuing work on
other rooms.
Shop drawings shall be prepared where patterns in the wall tiling are required.
Tiles shall be fixed with true horizontal and vertical joints of an even width of 1- 2 mm to a true
vertical plane.
Tiles adhesive shall be approved in writing by the Engineer prior to the commencement of this
work. They shall have low VOC content.
Adequate time shall be allowed to enable complete setting of the tile bedding before joints are
grouted. Grout of a plastic mix of neat cement, colour to Engineer's selection, shall be used in
grouting up the joints. The whole of the tiled surface is to be thoroughly cleaned down on
completion and left in perfect condition.
Any cut tiles are to be neatly and cleanly cut using an approved method and cut tiles are to be
used only at internal corners or in other locations to be approved by the Engineer. All service
points in wall tiling shall be of drilled holes if the tiles in which they are located are central to
the tile.
8.24. FLOOR TILING
Prior to commencing the floor tiling the Contractor shall satisfy himself that the surface on
which the tiles are to be laid is satisfactory to receive the tiles. It is the responsibility of the
Contractor to provide a satisfactory surface and or bedding and any remedial work necessary is
to be carried out at the Contractor's expense.
Before laying commences the base is to be free from dust, loose material, grease, plaster, and
the like.
Care is to be taken in cutting and fitting and the setting out of tiles and colour patterns are to be
as shown on the drawings or as directed by the Engineer. Shop drawings are required where
patterns in the floor tiling are required. Any adhesive on tile surface or any other finished
surface is to be completely cleaned off. The tiles shall be laid with true aligned joints of an
even width of 1- 2 mm and grouted up on completion.
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The work shall be set out from the center of rooms using whole tiles and working outwards.
Rates are to include for the all cut margins and make up pieces at limits and boundaries.
The flatness of tiled or paved floors must be such that a two meter rule moved in all directions
shows no bump or hollow of over 4 mm.
The Contractor is to store ceramic floor tiles in such a way that they are protected from
moisture until laying. Ceramic floor tiles shall be laid in a manner as previously described in
this section onto a cement and sand bed, with even joints of not wider than 2mm. Care being
taken to adequately fill and remove all air pockets from beneath the tiles. The tiles are to be
grouted with a tinted mortar mix to match the tiles, a minimum of twelve hours after
completion of the tiling.
All floor tiling in wet area such as bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, washing area, balconies, garbage
rooms and the like above ground floor level shall be laid over a self adhesive waterproof
membrane on the concrete sub base. Provide continuous skirting up walls at least 300 mm high.
Floor tiling shall be laid to falls towards drainage outlet of respective rooms. Protect floor tiling
with slurry or like material on completion and clean off and prepare flooring to satisfaction of
Engineer.
8.25. GRANITE WORK
Granite shall be obtained from a source/quarry that has the capacity to provide quantity, quality
and sizes required for the Works.
Samples of all granite to be used in the Works are to be submitted to the Engineer for approval
prior to confirmation of order and commencement of same on site. Actual materials used in the
works shall match the approved samples.
Granite shall be of the best quality, smooth, uniform in colour texture and thickness, free from
voids, holes, vents, cracks, earth veins, objectionable irregularities and laminations or structural
weakness.
Where vein colours are acceptable, they shall, insofar as they form a distinct pattern, be laid to
complete the pattern or in the direction of the vein.
The Contractor is to ensure that all granite delivered to site is stored on a raised platform in a
water free area and is protected with suitable sheeting.
Any chipped or stained pieces are to be removed from site and replaced at the Contractor's
expense.
Granite for use as counter tops & wall cladding is first to be shown on working drawings
submitted for the Engineer's approval. These drawings shall give site dimensions, relationship
with other materials; detail the key members of each slab together with details of anchorages
and the like. No granite shall be worked until these drawings are approved. Work in this
section shall be completed to the tolerance set out in CP 298 and BS 5390.
The Contractor is to supply all necessary stainless steel fixings, dowels and continuous
stainless steel supports at the base of wall linings as required, and all in accordance with CP
298. All fixings are to be concealed when the work is complete.
All external angles are to be rebated jointed. Where granite abuts door frames and the like the
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The Contractor is to use the following tables as a guide to the minimum number of anchors
required to support each slab:
Slab Size
No of anchors per slab
Not exceeding 0.06 m
over 0.60 not exceeding 1.20 m
over 1.20 not exceeding 3.60 m
Over 3.60 not exceeding 6.00 m
Over 6.00 m one extra anchor for each additional square meter of slab
The Contractor is to be solely responsible for the provision of sufficient fixings.
The granite finish shall be as described and as samples approved by the Engineer before
ordering of the material commences.
Unless otherwise instructed wall linings are to be set 45 mm clear of the structural backing and
the rear of each slab is to be coated with shellac or bitumen paint to prevent staining from
behind.
In addition to anchors and the like, internal work is to be bedded on plaster of paris or nonstaining cement mortar spots, and the joints are to be neatly pointed in non-staining cement
mortar. External work is to be set as internal work, but non-staining, quick setting cement is to
be used. Provide slurry backing to all granite walls cladding up to 1500 mm from finished floor
level. Sealants, where used, shall match in colour the stone colour around it.
Granite cladding is to be protected at the corners with non-staining wood formwork, and floors
are to be protected by suitable boarding or slurry as approved by the Engineer.
On completion of work, all granite is to be thoroughly cleaned by scrubbing with fibre brushes
and mild alkaline solution, to the entire satisfaction of the Engineer.
Thresholds
All thresholds shall be one piece fixed at floor openings of the material type approved by the
Engineer. The threshold shall be bedded in cement and sand mortar and be the same width as
the opening in which they are being fixed. Shape and finish to Engineer's approval.
8.26. SUSPENDED CEILINGS
1. General
The Contractor shall be responsible for the co- ordination of the service and suspended ceilings,
including checking the ceiling heights and setting to module, which shall be to the exact
locations required by the Engineer, who shall confirm and approve the setting out and location
of all fittings, luminaries, switches, smoke detectors, security alarms and detectors, air
conditioning grilles and controls and the like. Suspended ceilings shall be installed by
specialists. They shall be capable of outstanding normal air pressure and suction forces action
both below the ceiling and within the ceiling void.
The Contractor shall prepare, and submit for approval, fully dimensioned working drawing
prepared from the general working drawings of the Engineer and from a site survey.
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These drawing shall coordinate the service and ceiling installation. Setting out points common
to all trades including service shall be established early in the manner described and shown on
the working drawings.
Under no circumstances shall work of other sections be concealed by suspended ceilings until
same has been inspected and approved by the Engineer.
Rod type suspension system hangers and hook bolts for suspension systems shall be fixed to
structural concrete soffits. Self - drilling threaded metal sockets of an approved type shall be
used for fixing to concrete. Suspension and framing shall be of metal sections only. No timber
framing will be accepted.
Finished ceiling heights shall be rigorously respected; they shall be measured from the finished
floor levels.
The ceilings shall be left perfectly flat and shall not show a deviation of more than 3 mm from
a 3 meter straight edge. The Contractor shall take all possible precautions to eliminate any
defects.
Price shall include for cutting and fitting ceilings around obstacles and neatly finishing the
edges of the work.
Proprietary suspended ceiling system shall be installed in strict accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions, by workmen skilled in this work in a rigid and secure manner so
that the final surface is free of any waves, buckles or sap.
Tiles and ceiling forming a grid or pattern shall be set out on the axis of the room in both
directions.
Suspended ceilings shall not be erected until the windows have been glazed, the building
closed in, the plaster work dried out, all wet work completed and the building suitably air
conditioned; relative humidity must not exceed 70% and the temperature must be maintained
within the range 15- 30C.
The design of and dimensional tolerances set by the manufacturer for accessory items such as
formed wire hangers, spring spacer clips, tile retainers, and spacer bars shall be such as to
assure satisfactory performance of their intended function in the suspension system. Failure
attributable to such accessories to control alignment, prevent undesirable rotation or other
unsatisfactory performance which results in unfavourable appearance will be cause for their
rejection.
General installation procedures shall be as follows:
a. The area to receive treatment shall be dry and be satisfactorily closed against excessive
traffic and be protected against weather before work is started.
b. Installation shall be in strict accordance with manufacturer's specifications except as
modified by this Specification.
c. Install units in a true and even plane, in straight line course laid out symmetrically about
center lines of ceiling or panel, continuing pattern, through wall openings or as indicated.
Border tile shall not be less than 15 cm wide.
d. Fit border units neatly against vertical surfaces.
e. Seal joints in units around pipes, ducts, and electrical outlets with acoustical sealant.
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f. Carefully coordinate and fit units to grilles, lighting fixtures and other related items of work.
In determining spacing and locations of hangers for main runners and carrying channels,
take into consideration the weight of grilles, fixtures, etc. that are to be installed in
conjunctions with acoustic ceilings.
2. Gypsum Plaster Ceilings
Gypsum plaster ceilings comprising flat tiles, units, mouldings, cornices and the like shall be
fabricated in accordance with the relevant Standards and Practices. Before commencing
manufacture of the components the Contractor shall submit fully detailed shop drawings. These
drawings shall indicate overall dimensions of the unit together with fixing details and the interrelationship with other components. On receipt of the written approval of the Engineer, the
Contractor may commence work on this section.
Gypsum plaster shall be procured form an approved European source and comply with the
requirements of BS 1191 Parts 1 and 2 ensure the highest standard of workmanship.
All gypsum components shall be reinforced using 13 mm diameter hollow plastic tubes in a
grid pattern with plastic mesh infill. At junction and unions between tiles and cornices,
mouldings and the like natural fibres shall be used to reinforce the joints. All exposed surfaces
shall be used to perfectly flat and smooth, free from blemish and scar.
All units with an external angle shall be moulded to achieve perfectly straight and slightly
rounded arises. The components shall be fixed on to a rigid framework so as to provide a level
and even surface with all joints and irregularities made good with gypsum plaster.
The Contractor shall submit his mix proportions for approval, which shall include gypsum,
vermiculite and fiberglass crystals. The minimum thickness of the gypsum components shall be
20mm irrespective of their purpose. All finishes shall be left clean and smooth to receive the
specified finish.
All suspended ceiling system to comply with the requirements of BS EN 13964:2004
SECTION 4.5, in relation to asbestos and formaldehyde content i.e. there must be no asbestos,
the formaldehyde content must not exceed class E1 levels and must be tested, classified and
appropriately marked.
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Section I I. Painting & Decoration
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PAINTING AND DECORATING
9.1 General
9.2 Materials
9.3 Workmanship
9.4 Guaranties
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PAINTING AND DECORATING
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Certificates noted in Specifications and the Local Authorities, also the ESTIDAMA mandatory
Credits Requirements shall be fulfilled for obtaining the required Pearl Ratings for the Project.
The painting materials shall be obtained from an approved manufacturer (but priority shall be
given to local manufacturers when complying with the required specification) and shall be
supplied ready mixed in the manufacturer's sealed and branded containers. Each container shall
bear the maker's brand name, identification of contents and directions for its proper use. All
material must be thoroughly stirred before use.
All sealers, primers, undercoats and thinners shall be the products recommended by the
manufacturers of paint used for the finishing coat.
Unless otherwise indicated on the Drawings colours shall be selected by the Architect.
The term "Paint" as used herein includes emulsions, enamels, lacquers, sealer and other coating
or inorganic finish, whether used as primer, intermediate or finish coats.
The Contractor shall protect all painting and decorating work and shall provide adequate dust
sheets, canvases, etc., in order to protect adjacent work.
All painting and decorating shall be applied by skilled workmen experienced in this work.
The Contractor shall repaint at his own expense any work where the paint is found to be
incorrectly applied.
Brushes, pails, kettles, etc. used in carrying out the work shall be clean and free from foreign
matter. They shall be thoroughly cleaned before being used for different types or classes of
materials.
The Contractor is to submit to the Engineer for approval the brand and quality of the paints he
proposes to use. If approval is given to a brand of paint the contractor shall use the primers
undercoat, etc., manufactured or recommended by the manufacturer of that brand and
notwithstanding anything herein contained shall prepare the surface and carry out the work in
accordance with the manufactures specification to give the best finish required on the surface
to be painted.
All paints to be used under this Contract shall be delivered to and stored on the Site in sealed
labeled containers a minimum of 30 days prior to application. Upon notification by the
Contractor that the material is at the site, samples of each material shall be obtained at random
from sealed containers by the Engineer in the presence of an authorized representative of the
Contractor.
Samples shall be clearly identified by commercial name, type of paint and intended use. If
judged necessary by the Engineer the paint sample may be tested for compliance at the
Contractor's expense in a laboratory designated by the Engineer.
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Complete colour charts for the paints to be used shall be submitted to the Engineer for approval
and the preparation of the colour schedules.
Paints shall be factory manufactured and delivered to the site in unbroken containers which
shall show the designated name, formula, colour, manufacturer's directions and name of
manufacturer all of which shall be plainly legible at the time of use.
Pigmented paints shall be supplied in containers not larger than 25 kg. All paints shall be
products that have a minimum of 2 years satisfactory field service.
All paints shall be thoroughly stirred before use.
Mixing and applications of paint shall be in accordance with the specification of the
manufacturers concerned and to the approval of the Engineer. The mixing of paints etc., of
different brands before or during painting materials shall be allowed except strictly as detailed
by the manufacturers and as approved by the Engineer. Spraying will only be allowed with the
Engineer's written approval.
9.2.
MATERIALS
1. Materials in General
The contractor shall demonstrate that all paints and coatings used in the building are within the
maximum VOC content limits as mentioned in the Estidama PBRS guide book.
All paints and coatings must have fungal resistance in the wet state (to protect from fungal
growth in the paint tin) and all wet spaces (bathrooms and kitchens) must have fungal
resistance that also provide protection in the dry state (after the paint has been applied and
dried)
The materials to be used as required by the Schedule of Finishes and the drawings shall be of
the best quality and of approved types, obtained from an approved manufacturer.
All paints shall comply with the following requirements:
a) The product shall be thoroughly mixed and ground. It shall not be settled, caked or
thickened to such a degree that it cannot be mixed easily with a paddle by stirring to a
good uniform brushing consistency.
b) The colour of the paint shall match the approved sample.
c) Paint shall show no evidence of cracking, chipping, flaking or dusting.
d) Paint shall not skin (form a thin membrane surface on the top of the liquid) within 48
hours in a filled closed container.
e) Paint in the containers during and after application shall not be abnormally pungent,
offensive or disagreeable.
f) Paint shall show easy brushing, good flowing and spreading and good leveling properties.
Those properties shall be demonstrated on test specimens at the request of the Engineer.
Coats that have any noticeable pull under a large brush and that show poor spreading and
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g) Paint shall dry to a uniform, smooth, flat or semi gloss appearance under conditions of
illumination and wearing. There shall be no laps, skips, high-lighted spots or brush marks.
Tinted paints shall dry to a uniform colour.
h) Relocating of a previous painting surface shall produce no lightening softening or other
film irregularities.
2. Knotting
Knotting shall be composed of dissolved shellac or other resin which remains unaffected by
the resinous materials in the wood or the following paint coating, thereby preventing the
resinous materials in the timber leaching into the paint film and causing discoloration or
defective drying, it shall be in accordance with BS 1336.
3. Filling
Filler shall be "Polyfilla", "Alabastine" or other equal and approved.
4. Stopping
Stopping for woodwork to receive clear finish shall be tinted to match surrounding woodwork,
to approval.
Stopping for internal woodwork, plywood, hardboard, and fiberboard shall be linseed oil
putty to BS 544. tinted to match the colour of the undercoat.
Stopping for external woodwork shall be white lead paste and gold size well mixed.
5. Thinners
Thinners shall be approved turpentine or white spirit to BS 245. Where paints are specified to
be water thinned, fresh water shall be used for thinning.
6. Satin
Satin for woodwork shall be an approved brand of oil satin complying with BS.1215.
7. Etch Primer
The etch primer shall be mordant solution, slightly acidic in nature and containing solvents,
for applying to new smooth metallic surfaces to remove grease, organic soaps and provide a
physical key, or other equal and approved.
8. Polyurethane Lacquer
Polyurethane lacquer for woodwork shall be of an approved manufacture.
9. Varnish
Varnish for interior woodwork shall be an approved brand, oil varnish. Varnish shall form a
hard flexible transparent and quick drying film. It shall have low VOC content.
10. Linseed Oil
Linseed oil for woodwork shall be refined linseed oil to comply with B.S 246.
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11. Priming Paints

Priming paints shall be the primer recommended by the manufacturer of the finishing paint or:
a. For woodwork-Alkyd-based or priming paint to comply with BS 2521 and 2523.
b. For steel work red oxide priming paint to comply with BS 2524.
c. For galvanized, zinc or aluminium work- grey zinc chromate priming paint.
d. For concrete, block work, plaster, plasterboard and the like- alkali priming paint.
12. Undercoating
Undercoating shall be:
a. Zinc oxide based undercoating paint.
b. Alkyd based undercoating paint in accordance with BS 2525- 7. Colours shall
approximately match the finishing paint.
c. Synthetic alkyd based undercoating in accordance with the recommendations of the
paint manufacturer.
13. Rust inhibiting Primer
The rust inhibiting primer shall be calcium plum bate red head, chromate, zinc chromate or
other equal and approved primer.
14. Finishing Paints
Finishing paints shall have either a matt, eggshell, semi gloss or gloss appearance as indicated
on the finishes schedule requested by the Engineer or these Specifications. Allowance must be
made for a full colour range.
15. Clear Finish
The clear finish is to be polyurethane matt lacquer or other equal and approved.
16. Silk/Vinyl Emulsion Paint
Emulsion paint shall have either a matt or eggshell appearance as indicated on the schedule or
requested by the Engineer or these Specifications. Allowance must be made for a full colour
range.
17. Special Decorative Finishes
External walls and other surfaces indicated on the drawings shall be painted with proprietary
paint as stated in the Particular Specification. The paint shall be applied strictly in accordance
with the manufacturer's printed instructions.
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WORKMANSHIP
1. General
The Contractor shall carry out all tests necessary for determining the colours and shades of the
finishes and the appropriate methods of application. Sample panels shall be completed in
accordance with Architect's instructions.
All work shall be performed in accordance with the manufacturer's written instructions.
Before application of any paint or finish all surfaces shall be cleaned, dried and prepared as
specified hereinafter, all to the Architect's approval, no work shall commence until this
approval is given in writing to the Contractor.
The Contractor shall coordinate work to ensure that factory primed items are primed or painted
as required in the Specifications.
All metal fittings such as hardware and fastenings, etc., not required to be painted shall first be
fitted and then removed before the preparatory processes are commenced. When all painting is
completed the fitting shall be cleaned and re-fixed in position.
Before painting, floors must be washed and every possible precaution shall be taken to keep
down dust before and during the painting processes. No paint shall be applied to surfaces
structurally or superficially damp and all surfaces must be ascertained to be free from
condensation, efflorescence, etc., before the application of each coat.
No exterior or exposed painting shall be carried out under adverse weather conditions such as
rain, extreme humidity, dust storms, high temperature of surface etc.
All coats of paint must be thoroughly dry before subsequent coats are applied, and rubbed
down with fine waterproof abrasive where necessary.
All coating shall be well applied, leaving no sags, laps, brushes or other defects. Each coat
must thoroughly dry before next coat is applied. All work must be carefully cut into a true line
and left smooth and clean.
Details of mixing and application shall be in accordance with the Specifications of the
manufacturer concerned and to the approval of the Architect. The mixing of paint, etc., of
different brands before or during application will not be permitted. No dilution of painting
materials shall be allowed except strictly as detailed by the manufacturers and as approved by
the Architect.
On surfaces which are not accessible to paint brushes or rollers paint shall be applied by
spraying or with sheep skin daubers. All surfaces to be painted shall be thoroughly covered
with paint. Method of paint applications shall be approved by the Architect prior to the
commencement of the work.
Brushes, pails, kettles and all other tools and equipment used in carrying out the work shall be
maintained in good working order, and shall be clean and free from foreign matter. They shall
be thoroughly cleaned before being used for different types or classes of materials.
The Contractor will be required to re-paint at his own expense any work on which the paint is
found to be incorrectly applied. The Contractor shall be responsible for protecting from
damage the paint work and all other work during and after operations including the provision
of all necessary dust sheets, covers, etc. All paints dropping shall be cleaned up as the work
proceeds.
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All loose and defective paint shall be removed from previously painted surfaces before
re- painting. All burning off must be done by skilled workmen. The blow- lamp must not be
used on surfaces adjoining glass. Damage to adjacent surfaces shall be made good at the
Contractors expense.
Prior to hand over the Contractor shall carry out all remedial painting work due to damage
caused by others, adjustment and easing of joinery and metal work testing and commissioning
of service installations and the like all as instructed by the Architect. On completion, leave
Works clean and tidy to the Architect's approval.
2. Painting to Concrete, Block or Plaster
Concrete, block-work and plaster surfaces to be painted or decorated shall have all cracks cut
out and made good to the satisfaction of the Architect.
Plasterboard surfaces shall have taped joints and the surface puttied to the satisfaction of the
Architect. The surfaces shall be completely dry and shall be brushed free of impurities
immediately prior to the commencement of the painting work.
Efflorescence shall be completely removed by rubbing down with dry coarse cloths followed
by wiping down with damp cloths and allowed to dry. All surfaces shall be rubbed down with
fine glass paper and brushed free of dust before applying any form of decoration.
Concrete block work and plastered surfaces which are to receive paint shall be given one thin
coat of oil putty and allowed to dry for at least two days. The surfaces shall then be rubbed
down with fine glass paper and given a second thin coat of oil putty and when completely set
shall be rubbed down again with fine glass paper before applying the painting system.
Emulsion paint shall be applied by brush or roller and shall consist of primer and two full coats
of paint.
Texture paint shall be uniformly applied at a rate of not less that a 4m per litre by overlapping,
crisscross rollers or spray in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Where finished
surfaces are described as having smooth texture finish, the overall thickness of the applied
finish shall be less than 1.5 mm. Where finished surfaces are described as having rough texture
finish, the overall thickness of the applied finish shall be not less than 2 mm. Finished surface
shall be uniform in sheen colour and texture, free from runs, sags, crawls or other defects.
Oil paint shall be applied by brush or roller and shall consist of a priming coat, two undercoats
and one finishing coat of paint.
Fire resistant paint shall be applied in three coats over a primer all in strict accordance with the
manufacturers instructions.
All plastered or rendered surfaces shall be twice stopped with approved putty filler. The first
coat of stopping shall be applied after the primer coat has dried out completely. And the second
coat after the first undercoat application. Each coat of stopping shall be allowed to dry and
harden thoroughly and shall then be rubbed by sandpaper until smooth surface is achieved.
The emulsion or P.V.A paint is to be applied in three coats, the first a thinned coat and the
other two full coats. Each coat shall be allowed to dry and harden thoroughly before the next
coat is applied.
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3. Lacquer to Woodwork
Woodwork to lacquered shall be cleaned of impurities.
Knots shall be treated with two coats of knotting.
Where shown on the Drawings or required by the Architect the wood shall be stained with a
water or spirit stain to the approval of the Architect.
The coats of lacquer shall be applied on joinery by brush or spray, either in the joinery shop or
on Site as directed by the Architect.
4. Oil Stain Finish to Woodwork
The stain finish to woodwork shall be an approved manufacturer's oil stain system applied
strictly in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
All surfaces are to be thoroughly dry and cleaned and sanded down and all nail holes or similar
defects shall be filled and leveled up with approved stopping.
The finish shall be applied in two coats. The first coat shall be pigmented stain wax brush
applied. The surface shall be allowed to dry for 2 - 10 minutes and then rubbed with a cloth in a
rotary motion to remove excess stain and produce an even surface.
The first coat shall be allowed to dry completely before application of the second coat.
The second coat shall be natural (clear) stain wax, buffed.
The Architect shall select the stain colour and the Contractor shall allow for preparing sample
panels for approval and these sample panels will provide the standard for the work.
5. Varnishing
All surfaces to be varnished shall be thoroughly dry and cleaned and sanded down and all nail
holes or similar defects shall be filled and leveled up with approved hard stopping. Sanding
shall follow the line of the grain. Knots shall be treated with two coats of knotting.
Two or three coats of clear varnish shall be applied as recommended by the manufacturer of
the varnish or as directed by the Architect.
6. Painting to Woodwork
Woodwork to be painted shall be cleaned of impurities.
Knots shall be treated with two coats of knotting.
Priming paint shall be applied by brush. Two coats shall be applied to end grain. Priming paint
shall be applied on Site after the Architect has approved the joinery and before it is fixed.
When the priming paint is dry, all cracks, holes, open joints and the like shall be filled with
stopping and rubbed down with fine glass paper.
Two undercoats and one finishing coat of paint shall be applied by brush.
The priming paint and undercoats shall be lightly rubbed down with glass paper to remove
blemishes, and all dust removed before the application of subsequent coats.
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7. Painting to Metalwork
Steel work delivered to the Site un-primed shall be cleaned of impurities, scrapped and wire
brushed to remove rust and painted with one coat of priming paint applied by brush.
Steel work delivered to Site primed shall be cleaned of impurities and damage to the priming
paint and made good with priming paint.
Galvanized metalwork to be painted shall be cleaned of impurities. Where rusting has occurred
the rust shall be removed by wire brushing and made good with an approved rust inhibitor. The
surfaces shall be coated with a mordant solution, washed with clean water and painted with two
coats of priming paint applied by brush.
Metal which is concealed shall be prepared and primed as above and shall be painted with two
priming coats and one finishing coat of paint applied by brush.
9.4.
GUARANTEES
For all external and internal painting works, the Contractor shall provide a guarantee for
material and workmanship to be valid for a period of five years from the date of practical
completion certificate, unless stated otherwise.
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10. EXTERNAL WORKS

10.1
Generally
10.2
Boundary Walls
10.3
Interlocking Block Paving for Pavement and Parking
10.4
Unpaved Areas
10.5
Precast Concrete Kerbs
10.6
Asphalt Road Surface
10.7
Road Markings
10.8
Tree Grilles
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EXTERNAL WORKS
10.1. GENERAL
The provisions of all other sections of these specifications shall be applicable to this section
where relevant. Also this section is a general guideline specification and to be coordinated with
Drawings, which will take precedence.
10.2. BOUNDARY WALLS
The Boundary Wall shall be constructed all around the plot as shown in the drawings. The
following general specifications shall be followed:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Precast concrete modular units laid on strip footings.

Upper part of boundary wall shall have cast aluminium Kynar coated fence.
The precast concrete unit shall be epoxy coated textured finish (3 coats).
Allow for water proofing for the units in contact with soil-see clause 3.19.
Expansion joint to be provided.
Whenever there is side filling, weep holes of 50mm shall be provided at 3m c/c with
gravel around the hole at the filling side.
Allow for light filling (pedestal luminar) arrangement at alternate precast units and a
conduit to the power source.
The dimension of the last precast wall shall be adjusted to suit the corner condition of the
plot.
Submit shop drawing showing all the components of the boundary wall including
boundary gate.
10.3. INTERLOCKING BLOCK PAVERS

Interlocking block paving shall be precast concrete blocks as specified, to shape, pattern,
colours and layout subject to approval. Blocks shall be uniform in shape and colour, supplied
by an approved manufacturer conforming to the requirements of BS 7617 and laid on well
compacted bed of 50mm layer of clean sharp crushed sand over min 250mm layer of road base
material compacted to 95% of the M.D.D. as obtained in BS 1377 test 13 (field density tests to
be carried out at a frequency of 2 tests per 1000m as per BS 1377 test 15 B) and laid over a
properly watered and compacted base course. All the works shall be subject to final approval of
the Engineer.
Precast Concrete Paving Blocks
The requirements for Concrete Paving Blocks for the construction of paved surfaces used by
vehicular and pedestrian traffic shall be as follows:
1. Materials
a. Cement:
The cement used in the manufacture of precast concrete pavin blocks shall comply with
the requirements of either BS 12, 4027 or BS146. The cement content of compacted
shall not be less than 400 kg/m.
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b. Aggregates:
The aggregates shall consist of naturally occurring crushed or uncrushed materials
which apart from grading requirements comply with BS 882. The salt contents shall not
exceed the following limits.
Acid Soluble Chlorides 0.06% by wt. of Fine Aggregate 0.02% by wt. of Coarse
Aggregate
Acid Soluble sulphates 0.03% by wt. of Coarse and Fine Aggregates
c. Water:
The water shall be clean and free from any deleterious matter having ph value n the
basic range (7-9) and shall conform to BS 3148 (1990), and as specified for the concrete
works.
d. Pigments:
Any pigment used shall comply with BS 1014.
2. Dimensions and Tolerances
Standard rectangular blocks shall be manufactured with a nominal length of 200mm and a
nominal width of 100mm. Alternative sizes and shapes shall have a ration of length to width of
100mm. Alternative sizes and shapes shall have a ration of length to width on plan of not less
than 1.5 or greater than 2.3; the width shall not be less than 80mm or greater than 115mm. The
minimum nominal thickness for paving blocks or any size shall be 80mm for areas used by
vehicular and 60mm thick for areas used by pedestrian such areas like external pavement
around the site.
All arises shall be clean and of uniform dimension. Wearing surface area shall be not less than
70% of the plan area.
Tolerance
: Length
< > 2mm
: Width
< > 2mm
: Thickness < > 2mm
3. Compressive Strength
The average compressive strength of the block on delivery when sampled and tested in the
manner described below shall not be less than 49 N/mm.
4. Sampling Block
Two blocks shall be drawn from each group of 1000 blocks for sampling 10 blocks every
designated 5000 block section or part thereof in a consignment.
All samples shall be clearly marked at the time of sampling in such a way that the designated
section or part thereof and the consignment represented by the sample, are clearly defined.
5. Test for Compressive Strength
The sample specimens shall be tested in a wet condition after being stored for at least 24 hours
in water maintained at a temperature of 20C <> 5C. Before the specimens are submerged in
water, the necessary area shall be determined as follows:
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a. Where possible, the plan area o the wearing surface area shall be calculated by multiplying
the length by the width.
b. Alternatively the plan area or the wearing area shall be calculated by cutting our shapes of
cardboard and weighing it to the nearest 0.01g.
As
2000 ms
m
As
Area of block (m)
ms
Mass of the cardboard shape matching test block

(g) the block shall be placed wearing surface
uppermost on the cardboard.
Mass of 200 x 100mm cardboard rectangle (g) cut

from the same cardboard.
In case of chamfer or radius the width of chamfer or radius shall be measured and marked on
the cardboard shape. This shape shall then be cut out accurately and weighed for above
calculation of the wearing surface area.
Plywood nominally 4m thick, shall be used as packing between the upper and lower faces of
the specimen and the machine platens, and these boards shall be larger than the specimen by a
margin of at least 5mm at all points. Fresh packing shall be used for each specimen tested.
The load shall be applied without shock and increased continuously at a rate of approximately
15 N/mm per minute until no greater load can be sustained. The maximum load applied to the
specimen shall be recorded. The strength shall be expressed to the nearest 0.1 N/mm.
6. Certificate of Compliance
This certificate is to be provided by the manufacturers at the same time of sale as per item No.
12 of BS 6717.
10.4. UNPAVED AREAS
Unpaved areas within the boundary of the site shall be rated over to remove all rubbish and
other unwanted materials and shall be leveled off.
10.5. PRECAST CONCRETE KERBS
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Precast concrete kerbs shall comply with BS 340 and shall be laid and bedded on a mortar
bed on a concrete foundation as shown on the Drawings.
The carriageway or foundation shall be thoroughly cleaned and prior to placing the
backing, the line levels and joints of all units shall be approved by the Engineer.
Precast concrete kerbs shall be hydraulically pressed.
For radii less than 12m, radius kerbs shall be used.
Any units deviating more than 3mm in 3m from line or level shall be taken up and re-laid.
Where filling placed adjacent to the kerb is likely to have a harmful effect on the kerbs,
due to its aggressive chemical nature then the kerbs shall be protected from the fill
material by a method agreed with the Engineer or as shown on the Drawings.
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Expansion joints will be provided at 6m spacing along the kerb run. The expansion joints
shall be formed of suitable flexible material to the approval of the Engineer.
New kerbs shall match existing kerbs around the perimeter of the site and shall be painted
as required.
Allow for flush kerbs/drop kerbs at crossings and ramps.
10.6. ASPHALT ROAD SURFACE

1.
2.
3.
4.
Repair to existing asphalt road surface shall be carried out where necessary to exactly
match the existing road construction, and any parching or making good shall be provided
with minimum number of clean, precise joints in alignments to be approved by the
Engineer.
All marking good shall be to existing road levels to match adjacent falls and inclines.
All materials and standards of workmanship shall be to the approval of concerned
Statutory Authorities.
All road markings and car parking line markings shall be made good upon completion to
match the standard required by Statutory Authorities, and specifications and shall be
carried out to their approval.
10.7. ROAD MARKINGS

1.
The markings shall be white or yellow continuous or intermittent lines, letters, figures,
arrows or symbols laid as shown on the drawings or as directed by the Engineer.
2.
Road markings shall consist of a hot thermoplastic material complying with the
requirements of BS 3262: Part 1 & 2: 1989. All markings are to be reflectorized
incorporating a minimum 10% of ballotini glass beads. The grading of glass beads shall be
as per BS 6088.
The thermoplastic shall contain a minimum of 10% titanium dioxide.
The thermoplastic material shall be laid to the following thicknesses:Screed or sprayed markings
1.5 +/- 0.5 mm
The thickness specified shall be exclusive of surface applied ballotini and not greater than
3mm when finished. The method of thickness measurement shall be in accordance with
Appendix H of BS 3262.
.
The Contractor shall state the maximum safe heating temperature, the temperature range of
apparatus and the method of laying to be used.
All markings are to be reflectorised by the incorporation of ballotini and shall also have a
surface application of ballotini applied evenly at the rate of 400-500 g/m2. Paint shall be
machine applied except in locations where it is not practical to do so. The paint shall then be
screed applied as agreed or instructed by the Engineer.
3.
If required by the Engineer a tack coat compatible with the markings shall be applied in
accordance with the manufacturers instructions prior to the application of thermoplastic
material.
4.
Road marking materials shall only be applied to surfaces which are clean and dry.
Markings shall be free from raggedness at their edges and shall be uniform and free from
streaks. Carriageway lane and edge lines shall be laid by approved mechanical means to a
regular alignment.
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Paint shall be road marking paint supplied by an approved manufacturer. It shall be

suitable for applying by brush, roller or by airless spray to concrete or asphalt pavements
and to kerbs to give a chemically stable film of uniform thickness and shall be either
chlorinated rubber, one pack epoxy or alkyd based.
Colours shall be white, yellow and black. Unless otherwise agreed by the Engineer, the paint
shall have the following characteristics:
Solide (% by volume)
40 min.
Specific Gravity
1.20 - 1.32
Viscosity
200 - 250 CPS
Wet film thickness
75 - 125 microns
Dry film thickness
30 - 50 microns
White paint shall be standard not less than 6% by mass of titanium dioxide as a pigment,
conforming to type A (anatase) or type R (rutile) specified in BS 1851.
Yellow paint shall be standard colour BS 381C No. 356, except where an alternative shade
has been specified in the contract, and contain not less then 6% by mass of a suitable yellow
pigment.
The paint shall be supplied fresh and ready for use in sealed containers and stored in
accordance with the manufacturers instructions. The paint shall be applied without the use of
thinners or other additives
Paint shall be applied at a covering rate recommended by the manufacturer and approved by
the Engineer.
Where markings are to be reflectorised with ballotini it shall be sprayed uniformly on to the
wet paint film at the rate of 400 - 500 g / sq.m. Ballotini shall comply with the requirements
of BS 3262 Clause 15.
10.8. TREE GRILLES (if required by landscape design)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Tree Grilles shall be cast in high grade grey cast iron, primed and painted to the Engineer's
approval.
The grilles shall be to the dimensions and patterns detailed on the drawings.
The tree grilles shall be provided in four (4) pieces, each with access holes for
maintenance of buried irrigation emitters sleeves.
The grilles shall be fixed to the frame with vandal-resistant bolts.
The grilles shall be supported by a mild steel split frame set in the concrete haunching to
the block trim.
The tree grille shall be set flush with the surrounding paved surface.
END OF SECTION
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Section KK. Particular Specifications
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1.
General
2.
Structural Specifications
3.
List of Approved Manufacturers
4.
External Finishes
5.
Schedule of Finishes
6.
Floor finish
7.
Skirting Finish
8.
Wall finish
9.
Ceiling finish
10.
False ceiling Finish
11.
Sanitary Ware
12.
Sanitary Fittings
13.
Sanitary Accessories
14.
Special Items
15.
Door Schedule
16.
Doors
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GENERAL
The particular specification shall be read in conjunction with the general specification. Where
discrepancies occur between the conditions of the general and particular specification then the
conditions of the particular specification shall take precedence.
All Materials shall be of the best quality and to the approval of the Engineer in accordance to the
relevant standards such as ASTM, British Standards, ACI, IBC and Agreement Board
Certificates noted in Specifications and the Local Authorities. The ESTIDAMA Credits
Requirements shall also be fulfilled for obtaining the required Pearl Rating of 1 Pearl for the
Project.
2.
STRUCTURAL SPECIFICATIONS.
a.
Design Code: All design works shall be in accordance with the INTERNATIONAL BUILDING
CODE IN THE EMIRATE OF ABU DHABI.
b.
Vibro-compaction in terms of stone piles to done on the hole plot area to get a bearing
capacity of 150 KN/m2 at foundations levels and at industrial slab on grade level
c.
Foundations, Ground Beams & Suspended Slab: The concrete strength for Foundations (pile
caps, raft over piles), Ground beams & suspended slab is fcu= 40 Mpa.
d.
Reinforcement Steel: The yield strength of steel: fy =460 Mpa.
e.
Steel Concept design and steel frames reactions were proposed by M/S Al Zamil Steel.
f.
Steel design was done According to IBC2009(AISC for steel members design).
g.
Steel material specification :
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h.
Concrete cover for Foundations:
3.
LIST OF APPROVED MANUFACTURERS
The following list of approved manufacturers is intended as a guide to the quality and standard
of materials required. The Contractor may put forward alternative manufacturers and subject to
the Engineers approval, formal material submission can be made.
The following list is a guide to the major items of equipment where the Engineers approval is
required. This list is not exhaustive and may be amended as necessary by the Engineer.
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List of Approved Materials / Manufacturers / Suppliers - Building Works
No.
Materials
Approved Manufacturers / Suppliers

Brand 1
Brand 2
Brand 4 /
Remarks
Brand 3
General &
Preliminaries
1.1
Material Testing
Laboratory
Substructure &
Superstructure
Arab Centre
Al Futtaim Exova
Al Hai & Al
Mukaddam
Al Hoty
Stanger
Modern Ready mix
Trans Gulf
Ready mix
2.1
Ready-mix
Concrete
REEM Ready
Mix - Abu Dhabi
Unibeton
2.2
Reinforcement
Steel
Qatar Steel
Saudi Steel
2.3
Reinforcement
fixing Accessories
Emirates
Geap
Aseel
2.4
Formwork &
Scaffolding Subcontractor
Doka
Peri
SGB
2.5
P.V.C Water bar
Expandite
Fosroc
2.6
Joint Filler boards
Feb Master
Builders
Fosroc
2.7
Sealants
Feb Master
Builders
Fosroc
Tremco
2.8
Expansion Joint
Covers
Architectural Art
Manufacturing
Inc.
Dekoflex
Couvert
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Emirates Steel
Turkey Made
Al Quebisi
Balko
Metalim
No.
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Materials

Brand 1
Brand 2
Brand 4 /
Remarks
Brand 3
Block Work
3.1
Hollow & Solid

Concrete Block
Hi-Tech
Al Ain
Pasco
Hussain
Abbas
3.2
Block work
Accessories
Expamet
Catnic
Hi-Tech
Hussain
Abbas
3.3
Damp Proof
Course
Permanite
Ruberoid
3.4
Admixtures /
Plasticizer
BASF
Fosroc
Sika
Feb Master
Builders
Water Proofing
4.1
Foundation
Gammat
Siplast
Axter
4.2
Wet Areas / AC
Room / Janitor
Bituthene 1000 x
HC
Premseal - 100
Axter
4.3
Water Tank Lining
Extra Co.
Nitco
4.4
Protection Board
Feb Master
Builders
Becker board
Texo board
4.5
Bitumen Paint
Fosroc
MBT
Sika
Self Adhesive
Roofing
5.1
Roofing Membrane
Rubberit
Gammat
Axter Force
5.2
Roof Insulation
Board
Roofmate
Esscofoam
Styrotop
5.3
Separation layer
Feb Master
Builders
Fosroc
Paraseal
5.4
Cement Tiles
Terrazo Inc.
Pasco
Union
5.5
Sealant
Tremco
Dow Corning
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No.
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Materials

Brand 1
Brand 2
Brand 3
5.6
Aluminium
Roofing &
Cladding
Rigidal
Arabian Profile
Alucobond
5.7
Polycarbonate Roof
lights
Coxdome
BIK (Holland)
Cox Building
Products
5.8
Tent structures
Cenotec (Aseel)
Koch Membrane
Structures
Architectural
Specialised System
Carpentry &
Joinery
6.1
Anti Termite
Treatment
ACAS - Grovey
Unimar Pest
Control
Scientific Pest
Mngmt
6.2
Doors & Joinery
Phoenix
Eldiar
Ajman - Korea
6.3
Ironmongery
Format
Newman Tonks
Modric
6.4
Aluminium
Ironmongery
Dorma
Savio
Schucco
Brand 4 /
Remarks
Bilal Tents
Leader
Metal Work &

Glazing
7.1
Aluminium
Sections
Gulf Extrusions
Schucco
7.2
Aluminium Subcontractor
Belgium Al.
Alico
P.I. Group
7.3
Glazing
Emiglass
Glaverbel
Interpane
7.4
Sealant
Tremco
Dow Corning
Polychem
7.5
Miscellaneous
Metal works Subcontractor
Intercare
Aseel
Galadari Engg.
7.6
Expansion Joint
Couvriere
Expandite
Joints (UK)
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No.
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Materials

Brand 1
Brand 2
Brand 4 /
Remarks
Brand 3
Cover
7.7
Threshold
Gradus
Acrovyn
7.8
Stainless Steel/
Wrought Iron
handrail
Armetal
Al Hamy
Belgium
7.9
Glass balustrade
System
Alico
Al Hamy
Armetal
Belgium
Finishes
8.1
Dust Inhibitor
Feb Master
Builders
Fosroc
Schomberg
8.2
Epoxy based floor

coating (for
external & internal
use)
Fosroc
Feb Master
Builders
Schomberg
8.3
Water Proof
Polyurethane paint
Ertodur
Pantidur
8.4
Plaster Accessories
Catnic
Expamet
8.5
Ceramic Wall tiles
Al Khaleej
Marazzi
RAK Ceramics
Artecasa
8.6
Ceramic Floor tiles
Al Khaleej
Marazzi
RAK Ceramics
Artecasa
8.7
Porcelain wall tiles
R.A.K Ceramics
Al Khaleej
Ceramic
Marazzi
Reem Bldg
Materials
8.8
Porcelain floor tiles
R.A.K Ceramics
Al Khaleej
Ceramic
Marazzi
8.9
Terrazzo tiles
Terrazo Inc.
Union
8.10
Tile Adhesive
Feb Master
Builders
Fosroc
Bal
8.11
Tile Grout
Feb Master
Fosroc
Bal
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Materials

Brand 1
Brand 2
Brand 4 /
Remarks
Brand 3
Builders
8.12
Cement Render
(Proprietary)
Cemrend
(Snowcem)
Burlite Stucco
8.13
Gypsum plaster
board ceiling
Danogyps
Rigyps
Daiken
8.14
PVC coated
Gypsum board tiles
Daiken
Danogyps
British Gypsum
8.15
Calcium silicate
vinyl tiles
Daiken
Danogyps
British Gypsum
8.16
GRP works
Arabian Profiles
D.I.R.P
Prefab Builders
8.17
GRC works
Arabian Profiles
D.I.R.P
Prefab Builders
8.18
Staircase nosing
Gradus
Mercer
Norament
British
Gypsum
Painting
9.1
Acrylic emulsion
paint
Jotun
Hempel
Nippon
National
Paint
9.2
Oil based paint
Jotun
Hempel
Nippon
National
Paint
9.3
Preservative
stained paint &
varnish
Jotun
Caparol
Sadolin
National
Paint
10
Speciality,
Equipments &
Furnishing
10.1
Sanitary Ware
Artecasa / RBM
Stelrad Doulton
Ideal Standard (UK)
Armitage
Shanks
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Materials

Brand 1
10.2
Sanitary Fittings
10.3
Sanitary
Accessories
11
Brand 2
Artecasa / RBM
Artecasa / RBM
Brand 4 /
Remarks
Brand 3
Grone
Hansa
Armitage
Shanks
Bobrick
Watrous
Armitage
Shanks
Vertical
Transportation
11.1
Elevators
Dover
Mitsubishi
Schindler
11.2
Escalators
Hitachi
Mitsubishi
Schindler
12
Piling
Dutch Found
Al Habtoor
Austrailian PT
Keller
13
Precast Elements
Gulf Pre-cast
(GPC)
Hi-Tec
RAK Pre-cast
Concretec
14
Aluminium False
ceiling
Silver Arrow
Standard
Engineering &
Deco
Speedwell Decor
Arctic
15
Landscaping
Gulf Dunes
Orient Irrigation
Greenscapes
16
Marble
Tile/Granite Tile
Al Habtoor
Marble
Terrazo
An Banna
Classic
17
Interlock Tile
Hitech
Bin Lahej
Siemen Products
APEX
Concrete
Block
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EXTERNAL FINISHES
General:
The following is a general specification different finishes refer to architectural, detail drawing
for project specific requirement.
A. Ceramic Tile Cladding
6mm thick interior quality ceramic tile with ribbed back profile to be provided inside toilets and
along pantry walls. The tile cladding shall be set flush with the wall with appropriately sized
spacers.
General Properties
i.
Frost Acid and Alkali Resistant
ii.
Water absorption between 0.7 to 1.5%
iii.
Coefficient of thermal expansion
:6 x 106 x k-1
iv.
Scratch resistant
:5 - 6 Mohs
v.
Bending strength
:32 - 36 N / mm
vi.
Tolerance in size
:Length and width 0.6% Thickness 10%0
vii.
Compression strength
:200 N / mm
viii.
Straightness of sides
:DIN 18166 - shall not exceed 0.5%
ix.
Rectangularity
:DIN 18166 1%
x.
Flatness of surface
:DIN 18166 Curvature and war pages shall not

exceed 0.5% of length of corresponding
diagonal
The substrate shall be prepared by grit blasting, etc. to provide a level surface of 2mm
tolerance. The surface shall be pre-wetted to receive high performance epoxy based primer /
bonding coat. Each ceramic tile shall be fitted independently and solidly bedded in High
Performance Tropical grade Epoxy tiling mortar, minimum bed thickness of 10mm. The joints
shall be 5mm wide and be flush with a High Performance latex modified grout mortar, colour to
Engineers approval. All of the above to be carried out to manufacturers written instructions and
to the approval of the site Engineer.
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The tiles shall be divided at intervals to form large panels for movement and expansion purposes
as well as for aesthetic reasons. Such joints shall be filled with high quality polysulphide sealant,
colour to Engineers approval.
The cladding shall be designed by the specialist supplier to form traditional pattern to the
approval of the Engineer. Allow three colour variation and for cut tiles laid to the approved
pattern.
Tiling setting plans shall be prepared by the Contractor giving all details, junctions, window and
door connections, openings, special shaped fittings, expansion joints, layout etc. for Engineer
approval.
Like any other item on the project, the directions and approvals of the Engineer not relieve the
Contractor from his responsibility towards the works he executes.
B.
Steel Works
Specified in this Section : The provision, fabrication, erection, connection, grouting, galvanizing
and shop painting of all structural steel work members.
General Requirements
Method: Fabricate and erect the structural steel in a safe manner, without interfering with or
damaging adjacent structures.
i.
The steelworks must be done according to the standard DIN or equivalent BS standards.
ii.
The quality of the steel work and its connections (bolts, weldings etc.) must be verified with
tests and material certificates. This material certificate must show the mechanical properties of
the used material.
iii. All steel members shall be shop coated with one coat primer and field painted with two coats
vinyl or equal approved. Colour to Engineers choice.
Adjoining Elements Requirement: Obtain the requirements for adjoining building elements to be
fixed to or supported on the structural steel and provide for the required fixings.
Identification Marks: Provide suitable and sufficient marks or other means for identifying each
member, and for the correct setting out, location, erection and connection of the steel work.
Mark bolted connections to shows the bolting category.
Surface Preparation of Steel Work
i.
Steel work shall be blast cleaned to remove all mill scale and other contamination. The surface
shall be cleaned to second quality standard (CLASS S2).
ii.
No blasting or priming shall take place when the relative humidity exceeds 90% and
condensation is likely, or when the surface temperature of the steel work is at or below dew
point.
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iii. The abrasive used during blast cleaning shall be steel, malleable iron or chilled iron grit of a
grading suitable to give maximum surface amplitude of 100 microns.
iv. All surface defects likely to be detrimental to the protective system such as cracks, surface
laminations and deep pitting, shall be removed. Fabrication surface defects such as fins at saw
cuts and burns shall be similarly removed.
v.
All dirt and debris shall be removed from surface after blasting by vacuum cleaner, airline or
brush. If any residues are trapped in the paint the affected area shall be re-blasted and re-coated.
vi. All shop weld areas and shop bolted or riveted connections shall be blast cleaned to the same
standards as adjacent steel. All weld stag and spatters shall be removed.
vii. Blast cleaned surface shall be over coated within four hours of the start of cleaning, and the steel
shall not be exposed out of doors during this period.
Quality Control
Contractors Documents
Shop Drawings: Supply shop drawings of the structural steel work prepared in accordance with
AS 1101.3, or equal approved showing the relevant details of each assembly, treatment and
erection, including:
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Identification;
Steel type and grade;
Dimensions of items;
Required camber, where applicable, hot or cold
Forming and post weld heat treatment
Location of temporary connections;
Weld categories and bolting categories;
Orientation of members;
Location of temporary connections;
Surface preparation methods and coating system;
Procedures necessary for shop and site assemble;
Lifting and support points for handling and transport;
Required fixings for adjoining building elements;

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Procedures for erection including temporary bracing.
Fabrication: Do not commence fabrication until the Engineers permission to use the relevant
shop drawings has been obtained.
Materials
Steel Type and Grade
Standards:
Materials generally: To AS 4100 section 2 or equal approved.
Cold formed sections: To AS 1538 clause 1.7 or equal approved.
Compliance with Standard: For each batch of steel supplied to the works, provide certified mill
test reports or test certificates issued by the mill as evidence of compliance with the material
standards specified.
Independent Tests: Alternatively, have the steel tested by an independent testing authority for
compliance with the chemical composition and mechanical test requirements of the appropriate
material standards.
Fabrication
Standards: To AS 4100 Section 14 or equal approved.
Splicing : Provide structural members in single lengths otherwise required or approved.
Availability: If steel members are not available in the section, grade or length specified, obtain
approval before substituting other sections or grade.
Site Work: Other than work shown on the shop drawings as site work do not fabricate structural
steel on site without prior approval.
Welding
Welding Procedures: Before commencing fabrication submit details of proposed welding
procedures, using the form in Appendix E of AS 1554.1 or equal approved.
Approval: Do not commence fabrication until welding procedures have been approved by the
Engineer.
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Weld Category: Use category SP to AS 1554.1 and executed according to DIN 18800 or
equivalent BS standards.
Site Welds: Other than site welds, if any, shown on the shop drawings, do not weld on site
without prior approval. Wherever possible locate site welds in positions for down hand welding.
Bolting
Connection Bolts: If the connection bolts are not shown on the Drawings or specified, use hot
dipped galvanized high strength bolts, nuts and washers to As 1252 and bolting category 8.8/s or
equal approved.
Lock Nuts: Provide lock nuts for bolts in moving parts or parts subject to vibration and for
vertical bolts in tension.
Erection
Standard: To as 4100 Section 15 or equal approved.
Temporary Connections:
Anchor Bolts: For each group of anchor bolts provide a template with setting out lines clearly
marked for positioning the bolts when casting in.
Grouting at Supports: Do not grout if the temperature of the base plate or the footing surface
exceeds 38 C.
Methods: Use high strength cementatious grout. Minimum thickness: 15mm, Maximum
thickness: 35mm
Finishes
Steel work Coating System
Definition: Steel work coating system shall be deemed to include powder coating, painting,
galvanizing and fire protection coatings included in the scope of this sections, and the applicable
surface preparation methods.
Painting, Galvanizing and Metal Spray Coatings:
Steel work is to be sand blasted to a 21/2 finish to AS 1627 or equal approved and then repainted
in the shop with:
Primer: Two pack epoxy zinc phosphate to min. 60-70 microns DFT.
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Barrier Coat: Polyurethane to min. 60-70 microns DFT

Colour and texture to Engineers choice.
Surface Preparation
Steel Surfaces Generally: (Including surfaces not otherwise treated, and contact surface with
concrete encasement or grout): Remove loose mill scale, loose rust, oil, grease, dirt, globules of
weld metal weld slag and other foreign matter.
C.
Insulated Profiled Aluminium Roofing / Cladding

The Aluminium sheeting shall comprise of profiled aluminium sheeting in composite insulated
panel form. The material shall conform to relevant BS specification. The fixing shall be as per
recommended manufacturer's detail and to Engineer's approval. The end laps shall be minimum
200mm.
Roof cladding shall comprise profiled aluminium sheeting in composite insulated panel form.
The panel shall comprise an external fully protected aluminium weathering sheet. 50mm of
urethane foam and an internal lining sheet with a finish to suit the final application. The panel
shall be a factory manufactured unit with the urethane foam bonding the composite parts
together in such a way to completely fill all spaces in its panel. The panel shall provide an
effective cover width of 1000mm and shall be manufactured in precise lengths to suit the
structure in order to minimize jointing.
The aluminium sheeting shall be of a quality not less than the requirement of BS 4300/6
conforming to alloy 3105 with H6 or H8 temper.
The aluminium sheeting shall further conform to the requirements for material and finishes as
laid down in BS 4868 - 1972. "Profiled Aluminium Sheet for Building".
The roofing and cladding system shall be fully co-ordinated with the space frame design, roof
lights, drainage and other services. Slope shall be provided for effective drainage as per
drawings and as instructed by the Engineer. External and internal flushing, gutters etc. shall be
provided as required. Allow for any openings required for services such as AC ducts to pass
through.
The scope of work shall include design, engineering, fabrication, supply and installation of
roofing / cladding specified. Shop drawings including but not limited to design, fabrication, and
installation and fixing details including necessary calculations and details at all junctions shall be
submitted for approval.
Outer Skin
The outer skin is of aluminium alloy 3105 sheet 0.7mm gauge with 45/250 trapezoidal profile,
(min 45mm high), cover width 1000mm with a factory applied semi-gloss, two coat PVF2 paint
system. Colour to Engineers choice.
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Insulation Core
The insulation core comprises factory injected rigid closed cell fire retardant polyurethane foam.
The minimum depth of insulation will be 50mm between the liner sheet and the valley bottom of
the outer sheet. The thermal 'U' valve shall be 0.4 W/m2 deg.C or less. The contractor shall
ensure that the thermal insulation material has an ozone depleting potential (ODP) of zero and a
low Global warming potential of less than five (GWP<5)
Polyurethane Insulation Test Values
Material Property
Test Method
Density
ISO 845
35-40 Kg/m
Compression Strength
ISO 844
C10 = 1.5 Kg/cm
Modulus of Compressibility
ISO 844
37 Kg/cm
Tensile Strength
ISO 1920
2.8 Kg.cm
Thermal Conductivity
ISO 2581
0.019 Watt/m.deg.K
Flame Resistance
Water Vapour Transmission
ISO 3582
Value
Burning extent = 4 cm.

Self extinguishing = 26 secs time.
ISO 1663
72 gram/m 24hr
(at 38%-90% Relative Humidity)
The insulation used in these panels shall be resistant to moisture, shall not support fungal growth,
nor rot or deteriorate with age. It shall also be resistant to moist oils, greases; adhesives dilute
acids and alkalis at normal temperature.
Inner Skin
0.55mm gauge Stucco embossed aluminium sheet to alloy specification NS 31 which conforms
to the stronger of the two alloy specifications as laid down in BS 4868 1972. The sheet shall be
flat with a shallow 3mm depth profile. The finish to be factory applied semi-gloss two coat
PVF2 paint system. Colour to Engineer's choice.
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Side & End Laps

Side laps to be sealed with a non-hardening, permanently elastic, self adhesive poly-butyl sealant
strip 12m x 3mm and riveted at 250mm centers using aluminium rivets. Sealing is not required
on the verticals, but should be riveted at 400mm centers.
End laps are to be 200mm and sealed with two runs of sealant strip (Specification as side laps).
Flashings
External Trims and Flashings will be manufactured from 1.2mm gauge aluminium to match the
colour and finish of the external sheet where applicable.
Internal flashings where applicable will match material gauge, colour and finish of the internal
sheet.
Fixing Accessories
Roof and inclined panels to be fixed to steel purlins with stainless steel grade 316 self tapping
screws complete with stainless steel (or aluminium) washer incorporating neoprene sealing
washer and PVC colour cap.
The screws for roof panels shall be fixed through the profile crown and shall incorporate
aluminium and vulcanized rubber saddle washer to match the roof sheet colour. The screw
length shall be 127mm and diameter min. 6mm. The washer size shall be 22mm.
The screws for inclined panels shall be fixed through the profile trough. The screw length shall
be 76mm and diameter min. 6mm. The washer size shall be 19mm.
Purlin and sheeting rails should be covered by PVC barrier tape extending 10mm past the face of
this purlin.
Flashings and side laps to be fastened with an all aluminium sealed rivet including mandrill and
pin.
Profile filler blocks to be used in conjunction with flashings to adequately seal edge of roof
lights, ridge, eaves, gable and drip where applicable.
Filler blocks to be in Black synthetic rubber.
Isolating grommets shall be used to prevent contact between screw and sheet.
The joining between the roofing and inclined cladding of the space frame sides shall be
completely scaled and water tight.
Manufacturer to provide necessary supervision and only qualified assembly companies
authorized by the manufacturer to be used.
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Submittals
The Contractor shall submit three sets of shop drawings and data details which show the manufacturers
intents in complying with the requirements of this specification section for the exterior elements as follows:
i.
Show details of all junctions
ii.
Junction with anchorage to the building structure.
iii. Air barrier and vapor barrier.

iv. Dielectric separator details
v.
Thermal separator details
vi. Provisions for thermally induced expansion of contraction of members.

vii. Provisions for absorption of the building structure movements.
viii. Details at parapet conditions.
ix. Roof Drainage
x.
Methods of erection.
Samples
Provide sample panel for showing the construction of the Roof. Actual applied samples of the
approved colour to be provided as per the Engineers requirement.
Warranties
i.
Complete weather tight work within specified tolerances.
ii.
Structural soundness and freedom from distortion and within elastic deflection limits specified.
iii. Metal finish will not crack, peel, pit, corrode or dis-colour.
iv. Sealants and gaskets shall remain free from deterioration, oxidation or dislocation due to
sunlight and weather conditions.
v.
Completed installation shall remain free from rattles, wind whistles and noise due to thermal
and structural movements and wind pressure.
D. Poly-carbonate Roof Lights

The roof lights shall be entirely self supporting over a structured box rafter system, transferring
loads directly to suitable building curbs. Thus totally eliminating the requirement for structured
steel supporting frame work. The main structured rafters shall be formed to required geometry.
The roof light shall be positively drained via integral extruded condensation channels. The roof
light shall be pyramid shaped with concealed external fixings. The roof lights and fixing system
shall be engineered in accordance with:BS 6399 Part 2 1995
Code of practice for wind loads
BS 6399 Part 3 1988
Code of practice for imposed roof loading

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BS 8118 Part 1 1991
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Structural use of Aluminium.
Materials & Components

Stainless steel fixing shall be grade A2 of BS 6105 (grade 304) or equal approved. Extruded
Aluminium shall be of grade 6063 T6 conforming to BS 1474 or equal approved. The sheet
aluminium used if any shall conform to BS 1470. The heat cured gaskets shall conform to BS
4255 and the silicone based sealant shall conform to BS 5889 1989 or equal approved.
Finish
The aluminium shall receive all necessary pre-treatments to Engineers satisfaction, followed by
polyester powder coating in accordance with BS 6496 or equal approved. Colour to Engineers
choice from standard range.
Glazing
The glazing shall be double skin U.V protected poly-carbonate comprising of:
-
outer skin 6mm thick diffused opal type with light transmission of approximately 54%.
20mm air gap.
Inner skin 4mm thick clear type with light transmission of approximately 87%.
The total light transmission through the double skin unit shall be approximately 45% to
50%. Average U value of the double skin poly-carbonate roof light unit shall be
2.81/W/m degree C. Glazing material shall be tested in accordance with BS 476 PT
7 building regulation (1991) or equal approved and passed to class O (surface
spread of flame), to Engineers satisfaction.
Shop drawings showing details of fixing, drainage etc shall be submitted for approval. The roof
light system shall be fully co-ordinated with the supporting structure & its finishes. Required
samples shall be submitted for approval on site.
The roof light units shall be pyramid shaped, double glazed installed with a gutter system to
ensure effective drainage of each unit.
E.
Timber Trellis
The work shall conform to the codes and standards of ASTM, BS, and UI. Affidavits shall be
submitted from the supplier indicating the species grades and moisture content of all framing
timber if requested by the Engineer. The timber shall be new, sound, kiln-dried and seasoned,
free from bows, twists, crooks and waves that cannot be corrected in process of bridging of
nailing. Moisture content shall not exceed 5%.
The work shall be completely co-ordinated with the other adjacent works. Submit shop drawings
after verifying dimensions and works of other trades which adjoin materials.
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All external timber having direct contact with concrete or masonry shall be given a pressure
preservative treatment and shall be accompanied upon delivery with certificates from the
treatment company certifying the pressure used. The timber shall be fire-retardant in accordance
with the governing code, factory treated and certificates shall be submitted from the
manufacturing company to the Engineer.
Rough hardware such as nails, screws, clips, etc. shall be hot-dipped galvanized. Anchor bolts
shall conform to ASTM, dramatic & length required with hooked end at concrete embedded
conditions. Provide standard steel washers & nuts field welding shall not be allowed. It is not the
intent of this specification to define the types, sizes and installation methods for each item of
work. The methods of detailing and construction shall be in equal in quality of similar details as
may be shown on the drawings. The work that is finished shall be stained and shall be free from
defects or blemishes on surface exposed to view that will show after the finish coat is applied.
Joints shall be tight and so formed to conceal shrinkage. All nail heads in finished work shall be
sunk.
F.
Ladders
The ladders shall be used for access to the roof. The ladder shall be made of galvanized mild
steel flat section of size 15mm x 60mm and angle sections with 40mm ladder rungs spaced at
300mm with collar fixing; safety cage construction with security gate hinged gate at bottom of
cage with padlock provision all epoxy paint coated.
G. Louvered Aluminium Doors

Refer section 16 of particular specification for Doors.
5.
SCHEDULE OF FINISHES
Refer to Tender Drawings for the project specific schedule of finishes.
Note: Availability of all tile sizes mentioned is to be confirmed from approved manufacturers.
Different manufacturers vary their sizes to suit the modules.
6.
FLOOR FINISH
6.1. Glazed Ceramic tiles 8mm thick of nominal size 500x500mm as shown on the drawings
including cement sand bedding to give overall thickness as per Engineer's approval. Allow for 4
colour / range variations. The tile grout shall be waterproofed and matching the colour of the
tiles or as directed by Engineer. The tiles shall be laid to falls and cross falls and drains shall be
fixed to the center of 4 tiles. Shop drawings showing the design pattern and fixing details at
junctions shall be submitted for approval. Allow for rounded edge tiles where edges are exposed
to view. Allow for waterproofing in all areas of the building that are exposed to the exterior.
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6.2. Epoxy Resin floor coating, high performance, heavy duty, (Nitofloor FC 140 or equal), 2 coats,
minimum 100 microns on cement sand screed laid to falls and cross falls to make up the required
levels.
6.3. Epoxy Resin floor, exterior quality, slip resistant having dry film thickness of 500 micron, laid
on cement sand screed laid to falls to make up the required level.
6.4. Non-slip Ceramic tiles size 300x300x8mm thick for toilets and kitchen, coloured, laid to pattern
on mortar and sand over seamless waterproofing. The tiles shall be laid to falls and cross falls as
per drainage points. Drains shall be fixed to the center of 4 tiles. Allow for 2 colour variation in
tiles and matching water proofed grout. Submit shop drawings showing the design pattern and
fixing details at junctions. Allow for rounded edge tiles where edges of tiles are exposed.
6.5. Terrazzo tiles - 500x500x25mm thick polished terrazzo tiles consisting of marble chips, locally
factory manufactured, laid on and including sand cement mortar to give an overall thickness with
joints grouted using matching cement. The tiles shall be ground and polished after installation.
Allow for waterproofing in all areas exposed to the exterior.
6.6. Interlock block pavers - The pavers shall be precast blocks to size, shape, pattern, colour and
layout to the approval of Engineer. The pavers shall be uniform in shape and colour, supplied by
an approved manufacturer conforming to the requirements of BS7617. It shall be laid on a well
compacted bed of 50mm layer of clean, sharp, crushed sand over a minimum 250mm layer of
road base material compacted to 95% of MDD as obtained in BS1377 test 13. Field test to be
carried out at a frequency of 2 tests per 1000 m2 as per BS 1377 Test 15B) and laid over a
properly watered and compacted base course.
Other properties
i.
ii.
iii.
iv.
v.
vi.
vii.
Minimum nominal thickness

vehicular areas
Cement
Aggregate
Water
Pigments
Compressive Strength
Certificate of Compliance
: 60mm thick for pedestrian areas & 80mm thick for

: BS 12, 4027, BS 146
: BS 882
: BS 3148 (pH value 7-a)
: BS 1014
: Not less than 49 N/mm2
: BS 6717
For other specific floor finish types refer to tender drawings.
7.
SKIRTING FINISH
7.1. Ceramic Tile:

500 x 100 x 8mm thick ceramic skirting coved type with round edge, including all external and
internal angles. The skirting shall match in colour and range to the floor tiles. Separate the
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skirting from the wall finish by a 10mm x 10mm painted channel groove only where the wall is
not ceramic tiles finish.
7.2. Terrazzo Tiles:
100 x 20mm thick polished terrazzo skirting with profiled top edge set flush with the wall finish.
7.3. Epoxy Coating:
300mm high heavy duty high performance epoxy resin based coating (Nitofloor FC140 or equal).
2 coats on 15mm thick sand cement render. For other specific skirting refer to tender drawings.
8.
WALL FINISH
8.1. Proprietary self coloured cement render based on selected sand and cement as described in BS
5262 to be applied in one coat to block work and / or concrete suited to receive render. Poorly
keyed surfaced like smooth concrete shall have a stipple coat applied on it. The cement render
should be through coloured and should have excellent weather and fire (Class 0) resistance and
durability.
No painting is required. The render shall have a scraped finish with Ashlar grooves marked on
surface made by approved Ashlar cutters. Allow for 2 colour variation. Colour, pattern and shape
of Ashlar grooves shall be as per Engineer's approval. The mixing of cement render shall be
done using a suitable render spray machine, drill and whisk or tumble mix ashlar cut and 28mm
for 10mm ashlar cut.
Render shall be applied by traditional methods to an initial thickness of 23 mm for, a 5mm.
Minimum thickness of 15mm must be maintained at the base of the cut. The render shall be ruled
level and flattened with a spatula and allowed to harden (5-16 hours) depending on weather and
background condition. When render is green (set but not fully hardened) it shall be scraped
using an approved scraping tool in circular motion. Thoroughly brush down the surface using a
soft bristle brush. Remove no more than 3mm from the surface to give the required finished
thickness. Correct defects if any. Mark out and cut the ashlar effect to Engineer's approval.
Cement render shall not be applied in rain or if exposure to rain is likely during setting and
drying. Curing with clean water required during rapid drying condition. Exact colour matching
is to be achieved.
Shop drawings showing pattern and shape of ashlars grooves shall be submitted for approval.
8.2. 15mm thick sand cement render smoothed finish with three coats of approved acrylic / silk
emulsion paint.
8.3. Three coats of approved paint. In cases where the paint is applied directly onto poorly
constructed block work allow for appropriate sealant or plaster to be applied as per Engineers
instruction. The contractor shall ensure that the paints used are certified with low VOC content.
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8.4. Coloured ceramic tiles 300 x 200 x 6mm thick on plaster to full height of walls if no false ceiling
or 100mm above false ceiling. Allow for 3 colour variation and or pattern and fixing of tiles in
pattern of varying size to the approval of Engineer. Tile grout and adhesive shall be waterproof
epoxy type and grout shall be matching in colour to the tile. RE, coved tiles and angles to be
used at all junctions including wall / floor junctions.
8.5. 15mm thick sand cement plaster smooth finish.
Note: These walls shall be finished by the end user based on their finishes requirements.
9.
CEILING FINISH
9.1. Three coats of approved paint to the soffit of the hollow core slab.
9.2. Proprietary self colored cement render based on selected sand and cement as described in BS
5262 to be applied in one coat to concrete suited to receive render. Smooth concrete shall have a
stipple coat applied on it. The render should be through colored and should have excellent
weather and fire (Class O) resistance and durability. The render shall have a scraped finish, color
to Engineer's approval. The cement render shall be mixed using a suitable render spray machine,
drill and whisk or tumble mix, and applied by traditional methods to an initial thickness of
18mm. The render shall be ruled level and flattened with a spatula and allowed to harden (5 - 16
hours) depending on weather and background condition. When render is green (set but not fully
hardened) it shall be scraped using approved scraping tool in circular motion, and brushed down
using a soft bristle brush. No more than 3mm should be removed from the surface, leaving a
minimum finished thickness of 15mm. Amend defects if any. Cement render shall not be applied
in rain or if exposure to rain is likely during setting and drying. Curing with clean water is
required during rapid drying condition. Exact color matching is to be achieved.
9.3. H.W Trellis or pergolas with proprietary preservative treated and stained painted.
9.4. Concrete slab with no finish.
10. FALSE CEILING FINISH

10.1. Gypsum Board Ceiling:
12mm thick gypsum plaster board ceiling / bulkhead on concealed metal proprietary suspension
system with taped and skimmed joints, fire resistant with shadow line edge trim with three coats
of acrylic emulsion textured paint. Allow for openings, cut-outs for lights, AC grills etc.,
proprietary lockable framed access panels as required. Colour and texture to Engineers choice.
10.2. Aluminium False Ceiling:
600 x 600mm Aluminium Non-perforated Acoustic Tile on concealed suspension system.
Description: Polyester Painted Aluminium tiles supported on a concealed clip-in grid system
with some swing down tiles such that the tiles are retained vertically in the grid during
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service/maintenance. Most of the swing down tiles shall be located near the service shaft or
below slab mounted equipment.
Thickness
: 0.7mm minimum Un-perforated Aluminium
Edge Detail
:5mm bevelled on all sides
Pattern
: Plain
Finish
opacity.
: Electro statically applied polyester paint, 45 microns, high
Colour
opacity.
: White, RAL shade to Engineers approval, 20% gloss high
Acoustic Insert
: 25mm thick, 45kg/m3 density mineral wool insulation faced with

one side aluminium foil and other side with black glass tissue.
Suspension System:
Primary grid system consisting of suspended channel installed at 1500mm centers and suspended
from the structural soffit slab at 1500mm centers by galvanized MS suspension angle hangers.
The hangers shall be secured fixed to the primary grid using M6 or equivalent fixings. Rigid clip
in fixing bars shall be connected to the primary grid using suspension brackets at 600mm centers.
Perimeter Trim: Extruded aluminium perimeter channel trim in same colour as the tiles.
Fire Performance: System to be tested as per BS 476 Class O.
11. SANITARY WARE

The contractor shall ensure the buildings interior potable water consumption is reduced through
the use of efficient fixtures and appliances as specified in The ESTIDIMA HANDBOOK.
Items listed are in vitreous china - all colours to Engineer's selection.
A. Vanity Wash Basin, size as per Drawings, under counter, complete with traps etc.
B. Wash Basin pedestal type, size as per drawings complete with traps etc.
C. European WC with matching cistern and double seat, open front type with hand spray.
D. Kitchen Sink: 18/8 stainless steel size as per drawings single/double bowl, counter mounted
with pillar mounted sink mixer with swivel nozzle.
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12. SANITARY FITTINGS

All fittings listed shall be stainless steel unless otherwise stated. All apparent cold and hot water
pipes connected to taps shall be rigid and chrome plated.
A. Single Lever mixer type for wash basin with pop-up waste set.
B. Spray combination consisting of angle-valve, flexible metal hose, wall holder and trigger
controlled hand spray. The assembly shall be located on the right side of WC.
C. Angle valve to wash basin and W.C
D. Water supply concealed valve.
E. Grab bar as shown in drawings for all Accessible Toilets
13. SANITARY ACCESSORIES

Position and type of accessories shall be as shown on drawings or as directed by Engineer.
A. Soap holder for wash basin, semi recessed.
B. Toilet tissue roll holder for W.C
C. Hand dryer surface mounted auto pilot, no touch operation in Kitchen.
D. Hook & Bumper (included in door ironmongery)
E. Paper towel dispenser.
F. Mirror 6mm thick with ply backing as per required size.
G. Towel Rail and Stainless Steel grab bar.
14. SPECIAL ITEMS

14.1. Vanity Counter (As Required)
The counters shall have a 20mm thick good quality polished black granite counter top, 600mm
wide, colour to approval of Engineer and include a 180mm wide fascia work, under frame, a
counter top with vitreous china basin with single hole mixer and a waterfall edge detail.
Counter Height shall be as shown in the drawings or in compliance with one or more reach
ranges as specified in Section 308 & 309 of ANSI A117.1.2003.
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The height from bottom of fascia to finished floor level shall not be less than 685mm so as to
cater to the requirements of knee clearance for wheelchair accessibility as described in ANSI
Standards A117.1.2003 Section 306.
The mirror shall be 6mm thick with ply backing as per required size.
The colour and type of granite shall be as per Engineer choice. Samples shall be submitted for
approval.
14.2. Steel Staircase Handrail and Balustrade
The handrail shall be Galvanized and painted mild steel pipe of 50mm dia and in compliance
with IBC Section 1012 as shown in drawings. Colour to Clients / Architects approval.
Balustrades shall be galvanized and painted mild steel pipe of 25mm dia bolted to Channel
section Stringer Beams which also shall be galvanized and painted to client / architects approval.
Treads shall be 4mm thick galvanized heavy duty chequered plate welded between channel
section stringer beams.
Fixing detail shall be as per drawings. Contractor shall submit detailed shop / fabrication
drawings for Engineers approval.
14.3. Timber Truss & Ceiling Planks
The timber used for the outdoor pergolas over walkways shall be made of good quality hard
wood as specified in the carpentry & joinery general specification. The timber shall be new,
sound, kiln-dried and seasoned, free from bows, twists, crooks and waves that cannot be
corrected in process of bridging of nailing.
Moisture content shall not exceed 5%. The design timber posts and beams shall conform to
relevant BS standards. The design and installation shall be fully coordinated with the adjoining
works.
Submit shop drawings and calculations showing details of design and fixing for approval. Rough
hardware such as nails, screws, clips etc. shall be hot-dipped galvanized.
The work that is finished shall be stained and shall be free from defects or blemishes. Joints shall
be tight and so formed to conceal shrinkage. All nail / screw heads in finished work shall be sunk.
14.4. Galvanized Steel Ladder for Roof Access.
615mm wide galvanized steel ladder with 300mm center to center vertical distance between
steps shall be provided near the office building (Block-A). Hardwood stiffeners shall be provided
as required. Brackets shall be provided at every 500mm vertical distance and shall be fixed to the
wall with anchor bolts. Shop drawing showing details of ladder and fixing shall be submitted for
Engineer's approval.
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15. DOOR SCHEDULE (As per Tender Drawings/ BOQ
16. DOORS
FRAME TYPES
Frame for Wooden door
1. Solid Wood, colour and finish to match the leaf and subject to Engineers approval
2. 50mm Standard size all around
3. Covers the full width of wall including finishes
4. Nylon anti-bang gasket
5. Solid wood Architrave
Frame for Wooden Main Entry Doors
1. Solid wood
2. 50mm standard size all around
3. Covers the full width of wall including finishes
5. Intumescent strip seal all around.
6. Solid wood Architrave
Frame for Aluminium doors
1. Aluminium extruded profiled section with appropriate thermal breaks.
2. 50mm standard size all around
3. Covers full width of wall including finishes
4. Matching silicon mastic
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LEAF TYPES
Leaf for internal wooden doors
50mm thick flush door 75% solid wood filling, with 10 mm mahogany lipping and 6 mm MDF
on both sides pressed in 0.6 mm a quality mahogany veneer with 3 mm grove on both sides
stained as per Engineers approved colour.
Leaf for external main entry doors
6mm thick glass door as per Engineers approved colour.
Louvered Aluminium Doors
The louvered aluminium doors shall conform to BS 1474 with a powder coating finish that
conforms to BS 6496. Colour to Engineers approval from standard range. The door shall be
bolted to galvanized steel structural angle supports minimum 50 x 50 x 6 mm. Anti-bird & insect
screen mesh shall be provided. It shall be of exposure category (design wind pressure: 1600
2000 pa).
Glazing For Doors & Windows
All external (including open to arcade) doors and windows shall be double glazed units
consisting of 6mm + 12mm cavity + 6mm, with tinted glass for outer pane & clear glass for
inner pane as per general specification. Doors shall be of tempered safety glass. Inner window
glazing shall be 6mm clear glass.
The contractor shall ensure that all windows and sliding windows, in conjunction with a suitable
glazing shall have efficient thermal barriers and should achieve a target area average weighted
U-Value of 1.90 W/m2K or satisfy the requirements of the ESTIDAMA Energy Prescriptive
Pathway. The Solar Heat Gain Coefficient for the glazing unit shall be a maximum of 0.23
END OF SECTION
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PROPOSED CAST ALUMINIUM PLANT

AT KIZAD, ABU DHABI

DOCUMENT NUMBER: CAIPACESPECCA01

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Proposed Cast Aluminium Plant @ KIZAD, Abu Dhabi