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SECTION 15080:
GUIDELINE SPECIFICATION FOR

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Item No Title Page No
PART 1 GENERAL............................................................................................................ 1
1.01 DESCRIPTION OF WORK .................................................................................. 1
1.02 SECTION INCLUDES .......................................................................................... 1
1.03 RELATED SECTIONS ......................................................................................... 2
1.04 REFERENCES..................................................................................................... 2
1.05 DEFINITIONS....................................................................................................... 5
1.06 SUBMITTALS....................................................................................................... 6
1.07 QUALITY CONTROL ........................................................................................... 7
1.08 HEALTH AND SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS...................................................... 7
1.09 DESIGN CRITERIA.............................................................................................. 8
1.10 JOB CONDITIONS............................................................................................. 25
1.11 DELIVERY, HANDLING AND STORAGE ......................................................... 25
PART 2 PRODUCTS ....................................................................................................... 26
2.01 GENERAL .......................................................................................................... 26
2.02 PIPING INSULATION ........................................................................................ 26
2.03 EQUIPMENT INSULATION ............................................................................... 34
2.04 DUCT INSULATION........................................................................................... 41
2.05 ACCESSORY MATERIALS ............................................................................... 46
PART 3 EXECUTION ...................................................................................................... 47
3.01 EXAMINATION .................................................................................................. 47
3.02 INSTALLATION.................................................................................................. 47
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PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 DESCRIPTION OF WORK
A. This Section covers the furnishing and installation of acceptable insulation materials
in the location and quantities shown in the drawings. It shall include labor, tools and
equipment required to complete the work. The Contractor shall include the following:
1. Insulate ductwork and piping as described in this Specification.
2. Insulate exposed, bare or stripped off insulation materials for hot water line in
plumbing system.
3. Provide duct sound insulation or acoustic duct lining where necessary to meet
noise criteria described in SECTION 15070.
1.02 SECTION INCLUDES
A. The following piping systems shall be insulated:
1. Domestic hot water system (including hot water return).
2. Power generator engine cooling water piping.
3. Power generator engine exhaust piping (including silencer).
4. Condensate drain piping.
5. Refrigerant piping.
6. Chilled water and heating water piping.
7. Waste water drain piping (partial from F.D) when used as A/C condensate with
indirect waste funnel discharge point.
B. The following duct systems shall be insulated:
1. Supply air ductwork (both exposed and concealed).
2. Return air ducts when outside of a conditioned space.
3. Air conditioning plenums, housings, and cold sections that are not factory
insulated.
C. Pipe insulation, jacketing and accessories.
D. Equipment insulation and jacketing.
E. Duct insulation and jacketing.
F. Acoustic liner.
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1.03 RELATED SECTIONS
A. Section 01320 Construction Progress Documentation
B. Section 01330 Submittal Procedures
C. Section 01410 Regulatory Requirements
D. Section 01450 Quality Control
E. Section 01650 Product Delivery Requirements
F. Section 01660 Product Storage and Handling Requirements
G. Section 15051 Materials and Methods
H. Section 15055 General Requirements for Piping Systems
I. Section 15065 Equipment Installation
J. Section 15070 Mechanical, Sound, Vibration and Seismic Control
K. Section 15140 Domestic Water Piping
L. Section 15150 Sanitary Waste and Vent Piping
M. Section 15180 Heating and Cooling Piping
N. Section 15620 Packaged Water Chillers
O. Section 15670 Refrigerant Condensing Unit
P. Section 15720 Air Handling Units
Q. Section 15730 Unitary Air Conditioning Equipment
R. Section 15810 Ducts
S. Section 15820 Duct Accessories
T. Section 15840 Air Terminal Units
1.04 REFERENCES
A. The referred codes and standards are intended to provide an acceptable level of
quality for materials, products and workmanship. In case of conflict between these
standards and the text of this Specification, the Specification text shall govern.
B. The latest revision of the referred codes and standards shall be used wherever
applicable. In case of conflict, the Contractor shall propose equipment, materials and
processes conforming to one group of codes and standards.

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C. ASHRAE American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

Engineers Inc.
1. ASHRAE Std 90.1 Energy Efficient Design of New Buildings Except

Low-Rise Residential Buildings
D. ASTM American Society of Testing and Materials
1. ASTM A666 Standard Specification for Annealed or Cold-Worked

Austenitic Stainless Steel Sheet, Strip, Plate, and
Flat Bar
2. ASTM B209M Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-

Alloy Sheet and Plate
3. ASTM C177 Standard Test Method for Steady-State Heat Flux

Measurements and Thermal Transmission Properties
by Means of the Guarded-Hot-Plate Apparatus
4. ASTM C195 Standard Specification for Mineral Fiber Thermal

Insulating Cement
5. ASTM C335 Standard Test Method for Steady-State Heat

Transfer Properties of Horizontal Pipe Insulation
6. ASTM C423 Standard Test Method for Sound Absorption and

Sound Absorption Coefficients by the Reverberation
Room Method
7. ASTM C449M Standard Specification for Mineral Fiber Hydraulic-

Setting Thermal Insulating and Finishing Cement
8. ASTM C518 Standard Test Method for Steady-State Thermal

Transmission Properties by Means of the Heat Flow
Meter Apparatus
9. ASTM C533 Standard Specification for Calcium Silicate Block and

Pipe Thermal Insulation
10. ASTM C534 Standard Specification for Preformed Flexible

Elastomeric Cellular Thermal Insulation in Sheet and
Tubular Form
11. ASTM C547 Standard Specification for Mineral Fiber Pipe

Insulation
12. ASTM C552 Standard Specification for Cellular Glass Thermal

Insulation
13. ASTM C553 Standard Specification for Mineral Fiber Blanket

Thermal Insulation for Commercial and Industrial
Applications
14. ASTM C578 Standard Specification for Rigid, Cellular Polystyrene

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Thermal Insulation
15. ASTM C585 Standard Practice for Inner and Outer Diameters of
Rigid Thermal Insulation for Nominal Sizes of Pipe
and Tubing (NPS System)
16. ASTM C591 Standard Specification for Unfaced Preformed Rigid

Cellular Polyisocyanurate Thermal Insulation
17. ASTM C592 Standard Specification for Mineral Fiber Blanket

Insulation and Blanket-Type Pipe Insulation (Metal-
Mesh Covered) (Industrial Type)
18. ASTM C610 Standard Specification for Molded Expanded Perlite

Block and Pipe Thermal Insulation
19. ASTM C612 Standard Specification for Mineral Fiber Block and
Board Thermal Insulation
20. ASTM C795 Standard Specification for Thermal Insulation for Use
in Contact with Austenitic Stainless Steel
21. ASTM C916 Standard Specification for Adhesives for Duct

Thermal Insulation
22. ASTM C1071 Standard Specification for Fibrous Glass Duct Lining
Insulation (Thermal and Sound Absorbing Material)
23. ASTM C1136 Standard Specification for Flexible, Low Permeance

Vapor Retarders for Thermal Insulation
24. ASTM C1290 Standard Specification for Flexible Fibrous Glass

Blanket Insulation Used to Externally Insulate HVAC
Ducts
25. ASTM D1056 Standard Specification for Flexible Cellular Materials-

Sponge or Expanded Rubber
26. ASTM C1071 Standard Test Methods for Volumetric Measurement

of Gaseous Fuel Samples
27. ASTM D2842 Standard Test Method for Water Absorption of Rigid
Cellular Plastics
28. ASTM E84 Standard Test Method for Surface Burning

Characteristics of Building Materials
29. ASTM E96 Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor

Transmission of Materials
30. ASTM G21 Standard Practice for Determining Resistance of

Synthetic Polymeric Materials to Fungi
E. MSS Manufacturers’ Standardization Society

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1. MSS SP69 Pipe Hangers and Supports - Selection and

Application
F. NAIMA North American Insulation Manufacturers Association
1. NAIMA AH124 Fibrous Glass Duct Liner Standard
G. NFPA National Fire Protection Association
1. NFPA 90A Standard for the Installation of Air Conditioning and

Ventilating Systems
2. NFPA 90B Standard for the Installation of Warm Air Heating and
Air Conditioning Systems
3. NFPA 101 Code for Safety to Life from Fire in Buildings and
Structures
4. NFPA 251 Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials
H. SMACNA (DCS) Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractor’s National

Association
1. SMACNA (DCS) HVAC Duct Construction Standard - Metal and

Flexible; Second Edition with Addendum No. 1
I. UL Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
1. UL 723 Standard for Test for Surface Burning Characteristics

of Building Materials
1.05 DEFINITIONS
A. concealed spaces: Spaces out of sight. For example, above ceilings; below floors;
between double walls; furred-in areas; pipe and duct shafts; and similar spaces.
B. conditioned space: An area, room or space normally occupied and being heated or
cooled for human habitation by any equipment.
C. exposed: Open to view. For example, pipe running through a room and not covered by
other construction.
D. finished spaces: Spaces used for habitation of occupancy where rough surfaces are
plastered, paneled, or otherwise treated to provide a pleasing appearance.
E. fugitive treatments: Treatments subject to deterioration due to aging, moisture, high

humidity, oxygen, ozone, and heat. Fugitive materials are entrapped materials that can
cause deterioration, such as solvents and water vapor.
F. outside: Open to view up to 1.5 m (5 ft.) beyond the exterior side of walls, above the
roof, and unexcavated or crawl spaces.

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G. recirculating domestic hot water and heating hot water piping: Piping in which
water flows when the circulating pump is running. Piping runs which are not part of the
recirculating system are considered run-outs and are not required to be insulated.
H. unfinished spaces: Spaces used for storage or work areas where appearance is not a
factor, such as unexcavated spaces and crawl space.
1.06 SUBMITTALS
A. The Contractor shall submit to the Royal Commission, under the provisions of
SECTION 01330, the following items for review and approval before commencing
Work:
1. Certificate of compliance stating that the material used conforms to all

requirements of this Specification.
2. Samples of materials as required by the Royal Commission.
3. Catalog data for each type of insulation system including the following
information:
a) Density in kg/m3.
b) Insulation thickness in mm.
c) Thermal conductivity in W/m °C at 150°C mean temperature.
d) Perm rating.
e) Minimum and maximum temperature limits, if applicable.
f) External facing or covering.
g) Description of:
1) Adhesives.
2) Mechanical fasteners.
3) Application, finishing, and flashing materials and methods.
h) Independent or composite fire hazard classifications of the above.
4. Product Data
a) Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:

1) Preparation instructions and recommendations.
2) Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
3) Installation methods.
5. Shop Drawings

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a) Include location of materials.
6. Verification Samples
a) For each product specified, 2 samples, minimum size 150 mm (6 in.)

square, representing actual product.
1.07 QUALITY CONTROL
A. The Contractor shall be responsible for the quality of work and shall develop and
propose programs and methods of construction and testing to achieve the specified
quality to the approval of the Royal Commission in accordance with
SECTION 01450.
B. Fire Resistant Materials
1. All insulation, jackets, facings, and adhesive used shall have fire and smoke
hazard ratings as tested by procedure ASTM E84, not exceeding flame spread
of 25 and smoke developed of 50. Accessories such as adhesives, mastics,
cements, tapes and cloths for fittings shall have similar component ratings.
C. Installer's Qualifications
1. Use only applicators regularly engaged in the business of insulating

mechanical systems.
1.08 HEALTH AND SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
A. All works undertaken in relation to this Specification are to be completed in full

accordance with the respective health and safety requirements established by the
following:
1. Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
a) Legislation, Regulation, Standards and Codes.
2. Royal Commission Regulations
a) Standards, Contractual Conditions, and Health and Safety Systems.
3. Contractor
a) Health and Safety Standards and Systems as accepted by the Royal

Commission.
B. In the absence of any of the above, best accepted industry practice shall be
employed throughout.

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1.09 DESIGN CRITERIA
A. Piping Insulation, General
1. All piping shall be insulated unless otherwise noted. Pipe insulation shall be
continuous and installed on all fittings and appurtenances unless specified
otherwise. Installation shall be with full length units of insulation and using a
single cut piece to complete a run. Cut pieces or scraps abutting each other
shall not be used. Pipe insulation shall be omitted on the following:
a) Chromium plated pipe to plumbing fixtures.
b) Sanitary drain lines and vent piping that does not pass through
conditioned plenum space.
c) Unions.
d) Strainers.
e) Fuel oil piping inside building.
f) Diesel engine exhaust piping outside building.
g) Compressed air piping.
B. Pipes Passing Through Sleeves
1. Pipe insulation shall be continuous through the sleeve except at firewall

penetrations.
2. An aluminum jacket with factory applied moisture barriers shall be provided

over the insulation wherever penetrations require sealing.
3. Where penetrating interior walls, the aluminum jacket shall extend 50 mm

(2 in.) beyond either side of the wall and shall be secured on each end with a
band.
4. Where penetrating floors, the aluminum jacket shall extend from a point below
the backup material to a point 250 mm (10 in.) above the floor with one band at
the floor and one not more than 25 mm (1 in.) from the end of the aluminum
jacket.
5. Where penetrating waterproofed floors, the aluminum jacket shall extend from
below the backup material to a point 50 mm (2 in.) above the flashing with a
band 25 mm (1 in.) from the end of the aluminum jacket.
6. Pipes Penetrating Exterior Walls
a) Where penetrating exterior walls, the aluminum jacket required for pipe
exposed to weather shall continue through the sleeve to a point 50 mm
(2 in.) beyond the interior surface of the wall.
7. Pipes Penetrating Roofs

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a) Where penetrating roofs, pipe shall be insulated as required for interior

service to a point flush with the top of the flashing and sealed with vapor
barrier coating.
8. The insulations for exterior application shall butt tightly to the top of flashing
and interior insulation.
9. The exterior aluminum jacket shall extend 50 mm (2 in.) down beyond the end
of the insulation to form a counterflashing.
10. The flashing and counterflashing shall be sealed underneath with caulking.
11. Diesel Generator Piping
a) Diesel generator engine exhaust piping and muffler shall be insulated up

to exterior ceiling, except for the flexible duct section. Engine exhaust
pipe outside building shall not be insulated.
C. Pipes Passing Through Hangers
1. Insulation, whether hot or cold application, shall be continuous through

hangers.
a) On support points where Type 39 saddle or Type 40 shield conforming

to MSS SP-69 are permitted for a particular pipe attachment application,
the Type 39 saddle shall be used on all pipe 100 mm (4 in.) and larger.
b) On piping under 100 mm (4 in.), the Type 40 galvanized protection

shield may be used.
c) Insulation or an insulation insert of a density at least 138.4 kg/m3

(9 lb/ft3) shall be installed under each shield.
d) The insert shall cover not less than the bottom 180° arc of the pipe.
e) Inserts shall be the same thickness as the insulation, and shall extend
50 mm (2 in.) on each end beyond the protection shield. Inserts are not
required with Type 39 pipe saddles.
f) Inserts shall be covered with a jacket material of the same appearance

and quality as the adjoining pipe insulation jacket, shall overlap the
adjoining pipe jacket 38 mm (1½ in.), and shall be sealed as required for
the pipe jacket.
D. Flexible Cellular Pipe Insulation
1. Flexible cellular pipe insulation shall be tubular form for pipe sizes 125 mm
(5 in.) and less.
2. Sweat fittings shall be insulated with miter-cut pieces the same size as on
adjacent piping.
3. Screwed fittings shall be insulated with sleeved fitting covers fabricated from
miter cut pieces and shall be overlapped and sealed to the adjacent pipe

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insulation.
E. Above Ground Cold Pipelines
1. Pipe lines operating in the temperature range of - 34.4 to 15.6°C (- 30 to 60°F)

shall be insulated as per the Table 1A.
TABLE 1A: INSULATION SYSTEM
Pipeline Insulation System

Flexible cellular with vapor barrier jacket
Domestic cold and chilled drinking
or HDPE pre-insulated pipe.
water, including all water piping in well
houses.
Mineral fiber or flexible cellular with

Make up water.
vapor barrier jacket.
Cellular glass or flexible cellular with

vapor barrier finish and aluminum jacket.
Refrigerant suction lines.
Cellular glass shall be used at all pipe
supports suspended under ceiling.
Exterior fuel oil piping. Flexible cellular or cellular glass.
2. Insulation Thickness
a) Thickness of insulation shall be as indicated in Table 1B unless

otherwise noted.
TABLE 1B: INSULATION THICKNESS FOR DIFFERENT PIPES
Pipe Sizes in mm (in.)

Runouts
Service or Range
¼ to 1½ 150 to 275 to 625 to
of Temp. °C (°F) 6.5 to 32 38 to 75 90 to 125
in. 250 (6 to 600 (11 825 (25
(¼ to 1¼) (1½ to 3) (3½ to 5)
10) to 24) to 33)
15.6 to - 1 (60 to 30) 12.5 25 25

- - - -
(Flexible Cellular) (½) (1) (1)
15.6 to - 1 (60 to 30) 38 38 50 50 50 50

-
(Cellular Glass) (1½) (1½) (2) (2) (2) (2)
15.6 to - 1 (60 to 30) 25 25 38 38 38 38

-
(Mineral Fiber) (1) (1) (1½) (1½) (1½) (1½)
1.1 to - 17.8 (34 to 65 65 65 75 75 90

-
0) (Cellular Glass) (2½) (2½) (2½) (3) (3) (3½)
1.1 to - 17.8 (34 to 38 38 50 50 65 65

-
0) (Mineral Fiber) (1½) (1½) (2) (2) (2½) (2½)

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Pipe Sizes in mm (in.)

Runouts
Service or Range
¼ to 1½ 150 to 275 to 625 to
of Temp. °C (°F) 6.5 to 32 38 to 75 90 to 125
in. 250 (6 to 600 (11 825 (25
(¼ to 1¼) (1½ to 3) (3½ to 5)
10) to 24) to 33)
- 18.3 to - 34.4 (- 1
75 75 75 90 90 100
to -3 0) (Cellular -
(3) (3) (3) (3½) (3½) (4)
Glass)
- 18.3 to - 34.4 (- 1
38 50 65 65 75 75
to - 30) (Mineral -
(1½) (2) (2½) (2½) (3) (3)
Fiber)
Domestic (Flexible 50 50 50
- - - -
Cellular) (2) (2) (2)
Cold Water (Cellular

25 25 25 38 38 38
Glass), HDPE Pre- -
(1) (1) (1) (1½) (1½) (1½)
insulated Pipe
Interior (Mineral 50 50 50 25 25 25
-
Fiber) (2) (2) (2) (1) (1) (1)
3. Vapor Barrier Jacket for Fibrous and Cellular Glass Insulated Pipe
a) Insulation shall be covered with a factory applied vapor barrier jacket or

field applied seal welded PVC jacket. Insulation inside the building
shown to be protected with an aluminum jacket shall have the insulation
and vapor barrier jacket installed as specified herein.
b) Aluminum jacket shall be installed on all insulated piping exposed to

weather, except sealing of the laps of the aluminum jacket is not
required.
4. Insulation for Straight Runs on Fibrous and Cellular Glass Insulated Pipe
Inside Building
a) Insulation shall be applied to the pipe with joints tightly butted. The ends
of fibrous insulation shall be sealed off with vapor barrier coating at
intervals not to exceed 4.6 m (15 ft.).
b) Longitudinal laps of the jacket material shall overlap not less than
38 mm (1½ in.). Butt strips 75 mm (3 in.) wide shall be provided for
circumferential joints.
c) Laps and butt strips shall be secured with adhesive and stapled on
100 mm (4 in.) centers if not factory self-sealing.
d) Factory self-sealing lap systems may be used when the ambient

temperature is between 4.4 and 48.9°C (40 and 120°F) during
installation. The lap system shall be installed in accordance with

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manufacturer's recommendations. Stapler shall be used only if

specifically recommended by the manufacturer. Where gaps occur, the
section shall be replaced or the gap repaired by applying adhesive
under the lap and then stapling.
e) Staples and seams, including those on self-sealing lap systems with

adhesive on one side shall be coated with a vapor barrier coating.
Double pressure-sensitive adhesive seams need not be coated.
f) Breaks and punctures in the jacket material shall be patched by

wrapping a strip of jacket material around the pipe and securing it with
adhesive, stapling, and coating as specified for butt strips. The patch
shall extend not less than 38 mm (1½ in.) past the break.
g) At penetrations such as thermometers, the voids in the insulation shall

be filled and sealed with 2 coats of vapor barrier mastic.
5. Fibrous and Cellular Glass Insulation on Flanges, Unions, Valves, Anchors,

Fittings, and Accessories
a) Pipe insulation shall have tapered ends thoroughly coated with a vapor
barrier coating not more than 150 mm (6 in.) from each flange, union,
valve, anchor, or fitting in all directions. Insulation may be premolded or
segmented. Insulation of the same thickness and conductivity as the
adjoining pipe insulation shall be used. If nesting size insulation is used,
the insulation should be overlapped 50 mm (2 in.) or one pipe diameter.
Loose fill mineral fiber or insulating cement shall be used to fill the voids.
Insulation for elbows less than 75 mm (3 in.) size shall be remolded.
Insulation for elbows 75 mm (3 in.) size and larger shall be either
premolded or segmented. Elbows insulated using segments shall not
have less than 3 segments per elbow. Insulation may be secured by
wire until finish is applied.
b) Upon completion of installation of insulation, 2 coats of vapor barrier

coating with a minimum total thickness of 1.6 mm (1/16 in.) shall be
applied with glass tape embedded between coats. Tape seams shall
overlap 25 mm (1 in.). The coating shall extend out onto the adjoining
pipe insulation 50 mm (2 in.).
c) Insulation terminations shall be tapered to unions at a 45° angle.
d) Anchors attached directly to the pipe shall be insulated for a sufficient

distance to prevent condensation but not less than 150 mm (6 in.) from
the insulation surface.
e) Flexible connections at pumps and other equipment shall be insulated

with 12.5 mm (½ in.) flexible cellular insulation, unless otherwise
indicated.
6. Optional PVC Fitting Covers
a) At the option of the Contractor, premolded, 1 or 2 piece PVC fitting

covers may be used in lieu of the vapor barrier and embedded glass
tape. Factory premolded insulation segments or factory cut blanket

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inserts shall be used under the fitting covers for elbows. Insulation
thickness for inserts shall be as recommended by the insulation
manufacturer for the prescribed application temperatures. Elsewhere
field cut inserts may be used. The covers shall be secured by PVC
vapor barrier tape or adhesive or with tacks made for securing PVC
covers. All tape seams and tacks shall then be coated with vapor barrier
coating.
F. Aboveground Hot Pipelines above 15.6°C (60°F)
1. Aboveground hot water pipeline shall be insulated as per the Table 1C.
TABLE 1C: INSULATION FOR ABOVEGROUND HOT WATER PIPELINE
Pipeline Insulation System
Domestic hot water Mineral fiber or flexible cellular.
Steamed or hot Mineral fiber with all service jacket except mechanical room
water heating which shall have aluminum jacket.
2. Insulation Thickness
a) Insulation thickness for pipelines handling 15.6 to 93.3°C (60 to 200°F)

domestic hot water shall be as indicated in Table 1D.
TABLE 1D: REQUIRED THICKNESS OF PIPE INSULATION FOR PIPES

HANDLING DOMESTIC HOT WATER
Pipe Size in mm (in.)

Range of Runouts
Service 6.5 to 38
50 (2) 65 to 75 125 to
15.6 to mm 100 200 250 300
or (2 ½ to 150
93.3°C (60 (¼ to (4) (8) (10) (12)
less 3) (5 to 6)
to 200°F) 1½ in.)
Mineral 25 25 25 25 38 38 38
Fiber (1) (1) (1) (1) (1.5) (1.5) (1.5)
Cellular 38 38 38 38 50 50 50
Glass (1.5) (1.5) (1.5) (1.5) (2) (2) (2)
Flexible 6.5 25 25 25 25
Cellular (½) (1) (1) (1) (1)
3. Jacket for Fibrous and Cellular Glass Insulated Pipe
a) Insulation shall be covered with a factory applied Type II jacket or field

applied aluminum where required or seal welded PVC.
4. Insulation for Straight Runs on Fibrous and Cellular Glass Insulated Pipe
a) Insulation shall be applied to the pipe with joints tightly butted.

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Longitudinal laps of the jacket material shall overlap not less than
38 mm (1½ in.), and butt strips 75 mm (3 in.) wide shall be provided for
circumferential joints. Laps and butt strips shall be secured with
adhesive and stapled on 100 mm (4 in.) centers if not factory self-
sealing. Adhesive may be omitted where pipe is concealed.
b) Factory self-sealing lap systems may be used when the ambient

temperature is between 4.4 and 48.9°C (40 and 120°F) and shall be
installed in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. Laps and butt
strips shall be stapled whenever there is non-adhesion of the system.
Where gaps occur, the section shall be replaced or the gap repaired by
applying adhesive under the lap and then stapling.
c) Breaks and punctures in the jacket material shall be patched by

wrapping a strip of jacket material around the pipe and cementing,
stapling and coating as noted for butt strips. Patch shall extend not less
than 38 mm (1½ in.) past the break.
5. Fibrous and Cellular Glass Insulation on Flanges, Unions, Valves, Anchors,

Fittings, and Accessories
a) The run of the line pipe insulation shall have the ends brought up to the
item. Insulation of the same thickness and conductivity as the adjoining
pipe insulation, either premolded or segmented, shall be placed around
the item abutting the adjoining pipe insulation, or if nesting size
insulation is used, overlapping 50 mm (2 in.) or one pipe diameter.
Loose fill mineral fiber or insulating cement shall be used to fill the voids.
Insulation for elbows less than 75 mm (3 in.) size shall be premolded.
Insulation for elbows 75 mm (3 in.) size and larger shall be either
premolded or segmented. Elbows insulated using segments shall have
not less than 3 segments per elbow. Insulation may be wired or taped on
until finish is applied.
b) Upon completion of installation of insulation, 2 coats of Class 1 adhesive

shall be applied with glass tape embedded between coats. Tape seams
shall overlap 25 mm (1 in.). Adhesive shall extend onto the adjoining
insulation not less than 50 mm (2 in.). The total dry film thickness shall
be not less than 1.6 mm (1/16 in.).
c) Insulation terminations shall be tapered to unions at a 45° angle.
6. Optional Polyvinyl Chloride Fitting Covers
a) At the option of the Contractor, factory premolded 1 or 2 piece PVC

fitting covers may be used in lieu of the 2 coats of adhesive with tape
embedded between coats. Factory premolded segment, or factory cut
blanket insert insulation shall be used under the fitting covers, for
elbows. Elsewhere field cut inserts may be used. Covers shall be
installed over the insulation and secured by seal welding, stapling,
taping with PVC vapor barrier tape, or with metal or plastic tacks made
for securing PVC fitting covers.

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G. Pre-Insulated Chilled Water Piping
1. The Contractor shall supply and install pre-insulated chilled water piping
system with the following requirements:
a) Core Pipe
1) The core pipe shall be made from extruded, rigid high-density
polyethylene (HDPE) pipe to DIN 8074/8075 with material
designation of PE 100 with MRS of 10 MPa at 20°C, 50 years of
service and pressure rating of PN 16 SDR 11. All pipes shall be
with straight plain ends with standard length of 12 m.
b) Pipe Technical Data for High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Pipes

1) HDPE is UV resistant and dimensions-weights as per
DIN 8074/8075 and ISO 4427.
(a) Physical Properties
(i) Color: Black, PE 100.
(ii) Density: 950 kg/m³ as per ASTM D792.
(iii) Melt Flow Index (5 kg/190°C): 0.4 g/10 min. as per
ASTM D1238.
(iv) Carbon Black Content: 2 to 2.5% maximum as per
ASTM D1630.
(b) Mechanical Properties
(i) Tensile Strength at Yield: 22.5 MPa as per
ASTM D638.
(ii) Elongation at Break: > 600% minimum as per
ASTM D638.
(iii) Environmental Stress Crack Resistance: > 1000
hours as per ASTM D1693.
(iv) Flexural Modulus: 840 MPa as per ASTM D790.
(v) Ball Indentantion Hardness: 60 N/mm² as per
DIN 53 456.
(vi) Minimum Required Strength: > 10 MPa as per
ISO TR 90 80.
(c) Thermal Properties
(i) Thermal Stability: ≥ 25 at 210°C minimum as per
ISO TR 10 837.
(ii) Thermal Conductivity: 0.38 W/m-K as per
DIN 52 612.
(iii) Thermal Expansion Coefficient: 1.8 x 10-4 /°C as per
DIN 53 752.
(iv) Flammability: B2 as per DIN 4120.
(v) Brittleness Temperature: < - 75°C.

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(vi) Cell Classification: 345444C.
H. Piping Exposed to Weather
1. Piping exposed to weather shall be insulated and as specified for the

applicable service, prior to application of the jacket. All piping exposed to
weather shall have aluminum jacket.
2. Aluminum Jacket
a) The jacket for hot piping may be factory applied. The jacket shall overlap
not less than 50 mm (2 in.) at longitudinal and circumferential joints and
shall be secured with bands at not more than 300 mm (12 in.) centers.
Longitudinal joints shall be overlapped down to shed water and located
at 4 or 8 o'clock positions. Joints on piping 15.6°C (60°F) and below
shall be sealed with caulking while overlapping to prevent moisture
penetration. Where jacketing on piping 15.6°C (60°F) and below abuts
an un-insulated surface, joints shall be sealed with caulking. Joints on
piping above 15.6°C (60°F) shall be sealed with a moisture barrier.
3. Flanges, Unions, Valves, Fittings and Accessories
a) Flanges, unions, valves, fittings, and accessories shall be insulated and

finished as specified for the applicable service. Two coats of emulsion
type weatherproof mastic recommended by the insulation manufacturer
shall be applied with glass tape embedded between coats. Tape
overlaps shall be not less than 25 mm (1 in.) and the adjoining aluminum
jacket not less than 50 mm (2 in.). Factory preformed aluminum jackets
may be used in lieu of the above.
I. Below Ground Pipe Insulation
1. The following shall be included:
a) Fuel oil.
b) Water line between new central control station and new well house.
2. Type of Insulation
a) All below ground pipe shall be insulated with cellular 75 mm (3 in.) glass.
3. Installation of Below Ground Pipe Insulation
a) Bore surfaces of the insulation shall be coated with a thin coat of

gypsum cement of a type recommended by the insulation manufacturer.
Coating thickness shall be sufficient to fill surface cells of insulation.
Mastic type materials will not be permitted for this coating.
b) Insulation applied to the pipe shall have all joints tightly butted and
bedded together with bedding compound. Butt joints shall be staggered.
c) Stainless steel bands, 19 mm (¾ in.) wide by 0.5 mm (0.020 in.) thick

shall be used to secure insulation in place. A minimum of 2 bands per

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section of insulation shall be applied. As an alternate, fiberglass

reinforced tape may be used to secure insulation on piping up to
300 mm (12 in.) in diameter. A minimum of 2 bands per section of
insulation shall be applied.
d) Insulation shall terminate at anchor blocks but shall be continuous

through sleeves and manholes.
e) At point of entry to buildings, underground insulation shall be terminated

50 mm (2 in.) inside the wall or floor, shall butt tightly against the
aboveground insulation and the butt joint shall be sealed with vapor
barrier coating.
f) Provision for expansion and contraction shall be made in accordance

with the insulation manufacturer's recommendations.
g) Flanges, couplings, valves, and fittings shall be insulated with factory

premolded, prefabricated, or field-fabricated sections of insulation of the
same material and thickness as the adjoining pipe insulation. Insulation
sections shall be secured in place with wire, bore surfaces coated, and
joints sealed as specified.
h) Insulation, including fittings, shall be finished with 3 coats asphaltic

mastic, with 10 by 10 glass mesh reinforcing fabric embedded between
coats. Fabric shall be overlapped a minimum of 50 mm (2 in.) at all
joints. Total film thickness shall be a minimum of 4.8 mm (3/16 in.). As an
alternate, a prefabricated bituminous laminated jacket, reinforced with
10 by 10 glass fiber mesh, shall be applied to the insulation. Jacketing
material and application procedures shall match manufacturer's written
instructions.
i) At termination points, other than building entrances, the mastic and cloth
or tape shall cover the ends of insulation and extend 50 mm (2 in.) along
the bare pipe.
j) Heat traced pipe lines shall be insulated as indicated on the drawings.
J. Diesel Engine Exhaust Pipe and Muffler
1. Calcium silicate for the muffler and exhaust piping.
2. 100 mm (4 in.) of insulation shall be applied in 2 or more layers with joints

staggered. The insulation shall be held on with metal bands at a spacing
recommended by insulation manufacturer but not to exceed 300 mm (12 in.).
The insulation shall be protected with a 0.4 mm (0.016 in.) thick aluminum
jacket securely fastened around the insulation. The insulation shall conform to
ASTM C533.
K. Duct Insulation - General
1. All duct and equipment shall be externally insulated unless otherwise noted.
Corner angles shall be installed on external corners of insulation on ductwork
in exposed finished spaces before covering with jacket. Duct insulation shall
be omitted on the following:

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a) Factory pre-insulated flexible ducts.
b) Ducts within HVAC equipment may be omitted only if the equipment

room is air conditioned. Insulate both supply and return ducts in a
mechanical room if only ventilation is provided.
c) Exhaust air ducts unless noted.
d) In ceilings used as return air plenum, the supply duct always requires
insulation. Return duct and exhaust duct may not need insulation.
e) Duct portions inside walls or floor-ceiling space in which both sides of

the space are exposed to conditioned air and the space is not vented or
exposed to unconditioned air.
L. Insulation and Vapor Barrier for Cold Air Duct Below 15.6°C (60°F)
1. Ducts and associated equipment shall be insulated to a thickness of 50 mm

(2 in.) except fresh air intake ducts which shall be insulated 38 mm (1½ in.).
The following shall be insulated:
a) Supply ducts.
b) Flexible runouts (except for factory-insulated).
c) Fresh air intake ducts.
2. Insulation for Rectangular Ducts
a) Insulation for rectangular ducts shall be rigid type minimum density

47 kg/m3 (3 lb/ft3). Insulation for all round ducts shall be flexible type,
minimum density 12 kg/m3 (¾ lb/ft3) with a factory Type I jacket. Fibrous
and cellular glass insulation shall be provided with either a factory-
applied Type I vapor barrier jacket or a vapor barrier coating finish as
specified. Fibrous and cellular glass insulation on concealed duct shall
be provided with a factory-applied Type I vapor barrier jacket.
3. Vapor Barrier
a) Vapor barrier coating finish shall be accomplished by applying 2 coats of

vapor barrier coating with a layer of glass cloth embedded between the
coats. The total dry film thickness shall be approximately 1.6 mm
(1/16 in.).
4. Duct Insulation
a) Duct insulation shall be continuous through sleeves and prepared

openings except fire wall penetrations. Duct insulation shall terminate at
fire dampers and flexible connections. Vapor barrier materials shall be
applied to form a complete unbroken vapor seal over the insulation.
M. Installation on Concealed Cold Air Duct
1. For rectangular, oval or round ducts, insulation shall be attached by applying

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Class 2 adhesive around the entire perimeter of the duct in 150 mm (6 in.)
wide strips on 300 mm (12 in.) centers. For rectangular and oval ducts,
600 mm (24 in.) and larger insulation shall be additionally secured to bottom of
ducts by the use of mechanical fasteners. Fasteners shall be spaced on
450 mm (18 in.) centers and not more than 450 mm (18 in.) from duct corners.
2. For rectangular, oval and round ducts, mechanical fasteners shall be provided
on sides of duct risers for all duct sizes. Fasteners shall be spaced on 450 mm
(18 in.) centers and not more than 450 mm (18 in.) from duct corners.
Insulation shall be impaled on the mechanical fasteners where used and shall
be pressed thoroughly into the adhesive. Care shall be taken to insure vapor
barrier jacket joints overlap 50 mm (2 in.). The insulation shall not be
compressed to a thickness less than that specified. Insulation shall be carried
over standing seams and trapeze-type duct hanger.
3. Self-locking washers shall be installed where mechanical fasteners are used.

The pin shall be trimmed back and bent over.
4. Jacket overlaps shall be secured under the overlap with Class 2 adhesive and
stapled on 100 mm (4 in.) centers. Staples and seams shall be coated with a
vapor barrier coating. Breaks in the jacket material shall be covered with
patches of the same material as the vapor barrier. The patches shall extend
not less than 50 mm (2 in.) beyond the break or penetration in all directions
and shall be secured with Class 2 adhesive and staples. Staples and joints
shall be sealed with a brush coat of vapor barrier coating.
5. At jacket penetrations such as hangers, thermometers, and damper operating

rods, voids in the insulation shall be filled and the penetration sealed with a
brush coat of vapor barrier coating.
6. Insulation terminations and pin punctures shall be sealed and flashed with a
reinforced vapor barrier coating finish. The coating shall overlap the adjoining
insulation and un-insulated surface 50 mm (2 in.). Pin puncture coatings shall
extend 50 mm (2 in.) from the puncture in all directions.
7. Where insulation standoff brackets occur, insulation shall be extended under

the bracket and the jacket terminated at the bracket.
N. Installation on Exposed Cold Air Duct Work
1. For rectangular ducts, rigid insulation shall be secured to the duct by

mechanical fasteners on all 4 sides of the duct, spaced not more than 300 mm
(12 in.) apart and not more than 75 mm (3 in.) from the edges of the insulation
joints. A minimum of 2 rows of fasteners shall be provided for each side of duct
300 mm (12 in.) and larger. One row shall be provided for each side of duct
less than 300 mm (12 in.).
2. Duct insulation shall be formed with minimum jacket seams, and in no case
shall a jacket seam be allowed on or within 75 mm (3 in.) of the duct corner.
Insulation shall be brought up to standing seams, reinforcing, and other vertical
projections and shall not be carried over. Vapor barrier jacket shall be
continuous across seams, reinforcing, and projections. When height of
projections is greater than the insulation thickness, insulation and jacket shall
be carried over.

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3. Insulation shall be impaled on the fasteners; self-locking washers shall be

installed and the pin trimmed and bent over. Joints in the insulation jacket shall
be sealed with a 100 mm (4 in.) wide strip of the same material as the vapor
barrier jacket. The strip shall be secured with Class 2 adhesive and stapled.
Staples and seams shall be sealed with a brush coat of vapor barrier coating.
4. Breaks and ribs or standing seam penetrations in the jacket material shall be
covered with a patch of the same material as the jacket. Patches shall extend
not less than 50 mm (2 in.) beyond the break or penetration and shall be
secured with Class 2 adhesive and stapled. Staples and joints shall be sealed
with a brush coat of vapor barrier coating.
5. At jacket penetrations such as hangers, thermometers, and damper operating

rods, the voids in the insulation shall be filled and the penetrations sealed with
a brush coat of vapor barrier coating.
6. Insulation terminations and pin punctures shall be sealed and flashed with a
reinforced vapor barrier coating finish. The coating shall overlap the adjoining
insulation and uninsulated surface 50 mm (2 in.). Pin puncture coatings shall
extend 50 mm (2 in.) from the puncture in all directions.
O. Insulation for Warm Air Duct Above 15.6°C (60°F)
1. Ducts and associated equipment shall be insulated to a thickness of 50 mm

(2 in.) except relief ducts and fresh air intake ducts which shall be insulated
38 mm (1½ in.). The following shall be insulated:
a) Supply ducts.
b) Return air ducts in the mechanical room.
c) Flexible runouts (except for factory insulated).
d) Fresh air intake ducts.
e) Filter boxes.
f) Mixing boxes.
2. Insulation for Rectangular Ducts
a) Insulation for rectangular ducts shall be rigid type minimum density

47 kg/m3 (3 lb/ft3). Insulation on exposed ducts shall be provided with
factory-applied Type II jacket, or finished with Class 1 adhesive finish.
Flexible type insulation shall be used for all round duct, minimum density
12 kg/m3 (¾ lb/ft3) with a factory-applied Type II jacket. Insulation on
concealed duct shall be provided with a factory-applied Type II jacket.
3. Adhesive Finish
a) Class 1 adhesive finish shall be accomplished by applying 2 coats of

Class 1 adhesive with a layer of glass cloth embedded between the
coats. The total dry film thickness shall be approximately 1.6 mm
(1/16 in.).

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4. Duct Insulation
a) Duct insulation shall be continuous through sleeves and prepared

openings. Duct insulation shall terminate at all fire dampers and flexible.
P. Installation on Concealed Warm Air Duct
1. For rectangular, oval and round ducts, insulation shall be attached by applying
Class 2 adhesive around the entire perimeter of the duct in 150 mm (6 in.)
wide strips on 300 mm (12 in.) centers. For rectangular and oval ducts 600 mm
(24 in.) and larger, insulation shall be secured to the bottom of ducts by the
use of mechanical fasteners. Fasteners shall be spaced on 450 mm (18 in.)
centers and not more than 450 mm (18 in.) from duct corner.
2. For rectangular, oval and round ducts, mechanical fasteners shall be provided
on sides of duct risers for all duct sizes. Fasteners shall be spaced on 450 mm
(18 in.) centers and not more than 450 mm (18 in.) from duct corners.
3. The insulation shall be impaled on the mechanical fasteners where used and
shall be pressed thoroughly into the adhesive. The insulation shall not be
compressed to a thickness less than that specified. Insulation shall be carried
over standing seams and trapeze-type hangers.
4. Self-locking washers shall be installed where mechanical fasteners are used

and the pin trimmed and bent over.
5. Insulation shall overlap not less than 50 mm (2 in.) at joints and the laps shall
be secured with staples on 100 mm (4 in.) centers.
Q. Installation on Exposed Warm Air Duct
1. For rectangular ducts, the rigid insulation shall be secured to the duct by the
use of mechanical fasteners on all 4 sides of the duct, spaced not more than
300 mm (12 in.) apart and not more than 75 mm (3 in.) from the edges of the
insulation joints. A minimum of 2 rows of fasteners shall be provided for each
side of duct 300 mm (12 in.) and larger and a minimum of one row for each
side of duct less than 300 mm (12 in.).
a) Duct insulation with factory-applied jacket shall be formed with minimum

jacket seams, and in no case shall a jacket seam be allowed on or within
75 mm (3 in.) of the duct corner. Insulation shall be brought up to
standing seams, reinforcing, and other vertical projections and shall not
be carried over the projection. Jacket shall be continuous across seams,
reinforcing, and projections. Where height of projections is greater than
the insulation thickness, insulation and jacket shall be carried over the
projection.
b) Insulation shall be impaled on the fasteners; self-locking washers shall

be installed and pin excess clipped and bent over.
c) Joints on jacketed insulation shall be sealed with a 100 mm (4 in.) wide

strip of the same material as the jacket. The strip shall be secured with
Class 2 adhesive and stapled.

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d) Breaks and penetrations in the jacket material shall be covered with a

patch of the same material as the jacket. Patches shall extend not less
than 50 mm (2 in.) beyond the break or penetration and shall be secured
with Class 2 adhesive and stapled.
e) Insulation terminations and pin punctures shall be sealed and flashed

with a Class 1 adhesive. Two coats of Class 1 adhesive coating shall be
applied with glass cloth embedded between coats. The total coating
shall have a dry film thickness of approximately 1.6 mm (1/16 in.) and
shall overlap the adjoining insulation and un-insulated surface 50 mm
(2 in.).
R. Equipment Insulation - General
1. Removable insulation sections shall be provided to cover parts of equipment

which must be opened periodically for maintenance including vessel covers,
fasteners, flanges and accessories. Equipment insulation shall be omitted on
the following:
a) Handholes.
b) Cleanouts.
c) ASME stamps.
d) Manufacturer's nameplates.
S. Insulation for Cold Equipment Below 15.6°C (60°F)
1. Insulation shall be furnished on all equipment handling media below 15.6°C

(60°F) including the following:
a) Refrigeration equipment parts that are not factory insulated.
b) Roof drain bodies.
c) Air handling equipment parts that are not factory insulated.
d) 11356 L (3000 gallon) diesel fuel tank.
e) Pressure tanks and filter tanks in well houses.
2. Insulation
a) Insulation shall be rigid block, flexible cellular, or semi-rigid board,

suitable for the temperature encountered. Thicknesses shall be as
follows:
1) Equipment handling media between 1.7 and 15.6°C (35 and
60°F). 38 mm (1½ in.) thick mineral fiber, 50 mm (2 in.) thick
cellular glass, or 38 mm (1½ in.) thick flexible cellular.
2) Equipment handling media between - 17.8 and 1.1°C (0 and
34°F). 65 mm (2½ in.) thick mineral fiber, 90 mm (3½ in.) thick
cellular glass, or 65 mm (2½ in.) flexible cellular.

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3) Equipment handling media between - 1.1 and - 18.3°C (30 and

- 1°F). 75 mm (3 in.) thick mineral fiber, 100 mm (4 in.) thick
cellular glass or 75 mm (3 in.) thick flexible cellular.
3. Installation
a) Insulation shall be formed or fabricated to fit the equipment. To insure a

tight fit on round equipment, edges shall be beveled and joints shall be
tightly butted and staggered. Insulation shall be secured in place with
bands or wires at intervals as recommended by the manufacturer but not
more than 300 mm (12 in.) centers except flexible cellular which shall be
adhered. Insulation corners shall be protected under wires and bands
with suitable corner angles.
b) Cellular glass insulation shall be set in a coating of bedding compound,

and joints shall be sealed with bedding compound. Mineral fiber
insulation joints shall be filled with insulating cement.
c) Insulation on heads of heat exchangers shall be removable. Removable

section joints shall be fabricated using a male-female shiplap type joint.
The entire surface of the removable section shall be finished as
specified.
d) Exposed insulation corners shall be protected with corner angles.
e) Insulation on equipment with ribs shall be applied over 150 x 150 x

2.66 mm (6 x 6 x 12 gage) welded wire fabric which has been cinched
in place, or if approved by the Royal Commission, spot welded to the
equipment over the ribs. Insulation shall be secured to the fabric with J-
hooks and 2 by 2 washers or shall be securely banded or wired in place
on 300 mm (12 in.) centers.
4. Coating
a) A smooth coat of insulating cement shall be applied over the insulation

except for removable sections of insulation.
5. Penetrations
a) Upon completion of installation of the insulation, penetrations shall be

caulked and 2 coats of weather barrier coating shall be applied with a
layer of glass cloth embedded between the coats. The total dry
thickness of the finish shall be 1.6 mm (1/16 in.). Insulation installed
outside shall be weather resistant and ultraviolet-resistant.
T. Insulation for Hot Equipment Above 15.6°C (60°F)
1. Insulation shall be furnished on all equipment handling media above 15.6°C

(60°F) including the following:
a) Boilers if not factory installed.
b) Water heaters if not factory installed.

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c) Diesel generator exhaust pipe and muffler. Insulation system. Two

layers of calcium silicate with joints staggered and mastic coating.
2. Insulation
a) Insulation shall be rigid block, flexible cellular, or semi-rigid board

suitable for the temperature encountered. Insulation thicknesses shall be
as per Table 1E:
TABLE 1E: INSULATION THICKNESS
Temperature Thickness in mm (in.)
Up to 65.5°C (150°F) 50 (2)
93.3°C (200°F) 75 (3)
121°C (250°F) 90 (3½)
149°C (300°F) 100 (4)
125 (5), 2 layers of

177°C (350°F)
62.5 (2½)
3. Installation
a) Insulation shall be formed or fabricated to fit the equipment. To insure a

tight fit on round equipment, edges shall be beveled and joints shall be
tightly butted and staggered. Insulation shall be secured in place with
bands or wires at intervals as recommended by the manufacturer but not
greater than 225 mm (9 in.) centers except flexible cellular which shall
be adhered. Insulation corners shall be protected under wires and bands
with suitable corner angles.
b) Cellular glass insulation shall be set in a coating of bedding compound,

and joints shall be sealed with bedding compound. Mineral fiber joints
shall be filled with insulating cement.
c) Insulation on heads of heat exchangers shall be removable. The

removable section joint shall be fabricated using a male-female shiplap
type joint. Entire surface of the removable section shall be finished as
specified.
d) Exposed insulation corners shall be protected with corner angles.
e) A smooth coat of insulating cement shall be applied over insulation,

except for removable sections of insulation.
f) Upon completion of installation of insulation, penetrations shall be

caulked and 2 coats of Class 1 adhesive shall be applied with glass
cloth embedded between coats. The dry film thickness of the finish shall
be 1.6 mm (1/16 in.).

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4. Equipment Handling Dual Temperature Media Below and Above 15.6°C (60°F)
a) Equipment handling dual temperature media shall be insulated as

specified for cold equipment.
1.10 JOB CONDITIONS
A. Maintain environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, and ventilation) within

limits recommended by manufacturer for optimum results. Do not install products
under environmental conditions outside manufacturer's absolute limits.
B. Maintain ambient conditions required by manufacturers of tapes, adhesives, mastics,

cements, and insulation materials.
1.11 DELIVERY, HANDLING AND STORAGE
A. The Contractor shall deliver, handle and store equipment and material units in
accordance with SECTIONS 01650 and 01660, as well as the following
requirements:
1. Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for

installation.
2. Store and dispose of solvent-based materials in accordance with requirements

of local authorities having jurisdiction.
3. Follow manufacturer's recommended handling practices.
4. All products shall be delivered in manufacturer's original, protective packaging.
5. All products shall be inspected at time of delivery for damage and for
compliance with specifications.
6. Any products that are damaged or found not to be in accordance with the
specifications shall be immediately repaired or replaced.
7. All products shall be handled and stored as recommended by the

manufacturer to prevent damage and deterioration.

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PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 GENERAL
A. All goods and products covered by these Specifications shall be procured, when
available, from an in-Kingdom manufacturer. Procurement of all goods and products
manufactured out-of-Kingdom must be approved by the Royal Commission.
B. Field-applied insulation and accessories on mechanical systems shall be as specified

herein; factory-applied insulation is specified under the piping, duct or equipment to
be insulated.
2.02 PIPING INSULATION
A. Use the specified molded pipe insulation on all piping unless otherwise indicated.
1. R-Value and/or Thickness
a) As indicated on the drawings.
2. Finish insulation located indoors with ASJ (All Service Jacket) jacket, unless
otherwise indicated.
3. Finish insulation exposed outdoors and in mechanical rooms and high traffic
areas with the following jacketing, unless otherwise indicated:
a) Jacket
1) PVC jacketing and fitting covers.
b) Where PVC jacketing cannot be used, use specified metal jacketing and
fitting covers.
4. Do not use PVC jacketing where exposed to direct sunlight and insulation is
more than 500 mm (20 in.) outside diameter, or where insulation thickness is
not adequate to ensure that the surface temperature of PVC does not exceed
51°C (125°F).
B. Molded Pipe Insulation
1. Fiber glass pipe insulation, meeting ASTM C547, C585, and C795; rigid,
molded, non-combustible.
a) Thermal Conductivity (K-Value)

1) 0.033 W/m °K (0.23 Btu in/hr ft2 °F), when tested in accordance
with ASTM C335 at 24°C (75°F).
b) Maximum Service Temperature

1) 538°C (1000°F).
c) ASJ (All Service Jacket)

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1) Vapor retardant all service jacket complying with ASTM C1136

Type I, secured with self-sealing longitudinal laps (SSL) and butt
strips.
C. Semi-Rigid Board Insulation
1. Pipe and Tank Insulation; semi-rigid fiber glass, limited combustible.

1) 0.036 W/m °K (0.25 Btu in/hr ft2 °F), when tested in accordance

1) 454°C (850°F).
c) ASJ (All Service Jacket) Facing

Type I.
2. Vapor retardant all service jacket complying with ASTM C1136 Type I.
a) FSK (Foil Scrim Kraft) Facing

1) Vapor retardant foil scrim Kraft jacket complying with
ASTM C1136 Type II.
D. PVC Jacket and Fitting Covers
1. Molded PVC high-impact jacketing, fitting covers, and accessories, with fiber
glass inserts.
a) For Interior Use

1) Proto 25/50; flame spread/smoke developed index of 25/50, when
tested in accordance with ASTM E84.
b) For Exterior Use

1) Proto Indoor/Outdoor, UV-resistant.
c) PVC
1) Minimum thickness of 0.508 mm (0.020 in.), outdoor weatherable.
d) Insulation Inserts
1) Fiber glass; thermal conductivity (K-value) of 0.033 W/m °K
(0.23 Btu in/hr ft2 °F) 24°C (75°F).
e) Closures
1) Stainless steel tacks, matching PVC tape, or PVC adhesive as
recommended by manufacturer.

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E. Metal Jacket and Fitting Covers
1. Aluminum or stainless steel, 0.045 mm (0.016 in.) thick in smooth, corrugated,

or embossed finish with factory-applied moisture barrier.
a) Overlap
1) 50 mm (2 in.), minimum.
b) Fittings
1) Die-shaped with factory-applied moisture barrier.
F. Fitting Insulation
1. Where molded PVC fitting covers are not used, provide preformed fitting
insulation made of molded or mitered fiber glass board and protected with
field-applied fitting covers or metal fittings.
G. Glass Fiber
1. Insulation
a) ASTM C547 and C795; rigid molded, noncombustible.

1) 'K' ('Ksi') Value
(a) ASTM C177, 0.035 at 24°C (0.24 at 75°F).
2) Maximum Service Temperature
(a) 454°C (850°F).
3) Maximum Moisture Absorption
(a) 0.2% by volume.
2. Vapor Barrier Jacket
a) White Kraft paper with glass fiber yarn, bonded to aluminized film;
moisture vapor transmission when tested in accordance with ASTM E96
of 0.029 ng/Pa s m (0.02 perm in.).
3. Tie Wire
a) 1.22 mm (0.048 in.) stainless steel with twisted ends on maximum

300 mm (12 in.) centers.
4. Vapor Barrier Lap Adhesive
a) Compatible with insulation.
5. Insulating Cement/Mastic
a) ASTM C195; hydraulic setting on mineral wool.
6. Fibrous Glass Fabric

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a) Cloth
1) Untreated; 305 g/m² (9 oz/yd²) weight.
b) Blanket
1) 16 kg/m³ (1 lb/ft³) density.
c) Weave
1) 5 x 5.
7. Indoor Vapor Barrier Finish
a) Cloth
1) Untreated; 305 g/m² (9 oz/yd²) weight.
b) Vinyl emulsion type acrylic, compatible with insulation, black color.
8. Outdoor Vapor Barrier Mastic
a) Vinyl emulsion type acrylic or mastic, compatible with insulation, black

color.
9. Insulating Cement
a) ASTM C449M.
H. Cellular Glass
1. Insulation
a) ASTM C552, Grade 1.

(a) 0.053 at 38°C (0.37 at 100°F).
2) Service Temperature
(a) Up to 482°C (900°F).
3) Water Vapor Permeability
(a) 0.007 ng/Pa s m (0.005 perm in.).
4) Water Absorption
(a) 0.2% by volume, maximum.
2. Tie Wire

a) ASTM C449M.

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I. Polyisocyanurate Cellular Plastic
1. Insulation Material
a) ASTM C591, rigid molded modified polyisocyanurate cellular plastic.

1) Dimension
(a) Comply with requirements of ASTM C585.
(a) 0.026 at 24°C (0.18 at 75°F), when tested in accordance
with ASTM C518.
3) Minimum Service Temperature
(a) - 51°C (- 70°F).
(a) 150°C (302°F).
5) Water Absorption
(a) 0.5% by volume, maximum, when tested in accordance
with ASTM D2842.
6) Moisture Vapor Transmission
(a) 5.8 ng/Pa s m (4 perm in.).
7) Connection
(a) Waterproof vapor barrier adhesive.
J. Polyethylene
1. Insulation
a) Flexible closed-cell polyethylene tubing, slit lengthwise for installation,

complying with applicable requirements of ASTM D1056.
(a) ASTM C177; 0.036 at 24°C (0.25 at 75°F).
(a) 93°C (200°F).
3) Density
(a) 32 kg/m³ (2 lb/ft³).
4) Maximum Moisture Absorption
(a) 1% by volume.
5) Moisture Vapor Permeability
(a) 0.073 ng/Pa s m² (0.05 perm in.), when tested in
accordance with ASTM E96.
6) Connection
(a) Contact adhesive.

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K. Flexible Elastomeric Cellular Insulation
1. Insulation
a) Preformed flexible elastomeric cellular rubber insulation complying with

ASTM C534 Grade 3; use molded tubular material wherever possible.
(a) - 40°C (- 40°F).
(a) 104°C (220°F).
3) Connection
2. Elastomeric Foam Adhesive
a) Air dried, contact adhesive, compatible with insulation.
L. Jackets
1. PVC Plastic
a) Jacket
1) One piece molded type fitting covers and sheet material, off-white
color.
(a) Minimum Service Temperature
(i) - 18°C (0°F).
(b) Maximum Service Temperature
(i) 66°C (150°F).
(c) Moisture Vapor Permeability
(i) 0.00029 ng/Pa s m² (0.002 perm in.), maximum,
when tested in accordance with ASTM E96.
(d) Thickness
(i) 0.25 mm (10 mil).
(e) Connections
(i) Brush on welding adhesive.
b) Covering Adhesive Mastic

1) Compatible with insulation.
2. ABS Plastic
a) Jacket
1) One piece molded type fitting covers and sheet material, off-white
color.

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(i) - 40°C (- 40°F).
(b) Maximum Service Temperature of 82°C (180°F).
(i) 0.018 ng/Pa s m² (0.012 perm in.), when tested in
(d) Thickness
(i) 0.76 mm (30 mil).
(e) Connections
3. Canvas Jacket
a) UL listed 220 g/m² (6 oz/yd²) plain weave cotton fabric treated with dilute
fire retardant lagging adhesive.
1) Lagging Adhesive
(a) Compatible with insulation.
4. Aluminum Jacket
a) ASTM B209M formed aluminum sheet.

1) Thickness
(a) 0.40 mm (0.016 in.) sheet.
2) Finish
(a) Smooth.
3) Joining
(a) Longitudinal slip joints and 50 mm (2 in.) laps.
4) Fittings
(a) 0.4 mm (0.016 in.) thick die shaped fitting covers with
factory attached protective liner.
5) Metal Jacket Bands
(a) 10 mm (3/8 in.) wide; 0.38 mm (0.015 in.) thick aluminum.
(a) 10 mm (3/8 in.) wide; 0.25 mm (0.010 in.) thick stainless
steel.
5. Stainless Steel Jacket
a) ASTM A666, Type 304 stainless steel.

1) Thickness
(a) 0.25 mm (0.010 in.).

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2) Finish
(a) Smooth.
steel.
M. Pre-Insulated Chilled Water Piping
1. Insulation
a) The insulation shall be rigid cellular CFC-free polyurethane foam, factory

injected between the core pipe and outer casing/protective jacket,
having a density of 56 kg/m³ minimum and thermal conductivity
coefficient of 0.03 W/m °K (0.21 Btu.in/ft² hr °F) maximum at a mean
temperature of 24°C (75°F). The insulation shall meet ASTM C591 and
C1029 with typical operating temperatures between - 35 to 142°C. The
insulation thickness shall be 50 mm minimum.
2. Outer Casing/Protective Jacket
a) The outer casing/protective jacket shall be made of rigid, extruded high-

density polyethylene (HDPE) pipe with density of 950 kg/m³. The HDPE
material shall be resistant to any ultraviolet rays (UV).
3. Field Joints Insulation
a) The field joints insulation shall consist of polyethylene foam chemical

poured into an aluminum roll-up around the joint area.
4. Leak Detection/Alarm System
a) The pre-insulated chilled water piping systems should be supplied with

an electronic-moisture detection system. This does not prevent
corrosion; however, it indicated the presence of moisture within the
insulation before serious corrosion can occur. The moisture in the foam
insulation could be the result of damage to the jacket pipe (i.e. ground
water penetrating the insulation) or leakage in the carrier pipe. The pipe
and fitting components to be monitored by means of the detection
system are supplied as standard with two 1.5 mm² non-insulated copper
wires integrated in the foam insulation. For ease of identification and to
ensure proper joining, one wire has a tin-coated surface while the other
has clean-copper surface. The leak detection/location system works on
the TDR (time domain reflectometry) fault, begin a leak or a break in the
copper wire, is detected by the alarm or monitoring unit, then stored in
the memory and automatically displayed in case of an alarm condition.
The system works very much like radar and can be compared to a radar
system. Each monitoring unit can monitor up to a maximum of 4000 m
of piping using 4 channels (i.e., 1000 m per channel) the accuracy of the
monitoring unit is ± 1%. A piping network, depending on its length and
layout, may require more than one monitoring unit. Several monitoring
units could be lined in a system to a host computer.

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b) The leak detection system consists of the following main parts and
equipment:
1) Alarm wires installed in the insulation of the pipes and fittings. The
wire of the individual pipes are field-connected to each other.
2) Megger for field measurement.
3) Monitoring unit.
4) Matching boxes.
5) Connected cables.
2.03 EQUIPMENT INSULATION
A. Use the specified rigid insulation on all equipment indicated to be insulated, unless
otherwise indicated.
2. Where equipment shape does not accommodate rigid boards, use elevated
temperature insulation, either semi-rigid or flexible.
3. Finish insulation exposed in mechanical rooms or subject to mechanical abuse

with PVC jacketing, unless otherwise indicated.
4. Finish insulation exposed outdoors with PVC jacketing, unless otherwise

indicated.
5. Finish other insulation with ASJ (All Service Jacket) facing.
B. Use one of the following materials, as appropriate to conditions, on equipment with

surface temperature between 232 and 454°C (450 and 850°F):
1. Elevated temperature rigid insulation.
2. Elevated temperature semi-rigid insulation.
3. High-density elevated temperature flexible insulation.
4. Elevated temperature flexible insulation.
6. Finish
a) PVC jacketing.
C. Use one of the following materials, as appropriate to conditions, on equipment with

surface temperature between 454 and 538°C (850 and 1000°F):

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1. Elevated temperature semi-rigid board insulation.
2. Elevated temperature flexible blanket insulation.
4. Finish
a) PVC jacketing.
D. Rigid Insulation
1. Fiber glass insulation board meeting ASTM C612 Type IA and IB; rigid.
a) Maximum Service Temperature

1) 232°C (450°F).
b) Use medium density insulation in concealed areas and high density

insulation in exposed areas.
c) Medium Density
1) 48 kg/m³ (3 lb/ft³), minimum.
(a) Thermal Conductivity (K-Value)
(i) 0.033 W/m °K (0.23 Btu in/hr ft2 °F), when tested in
accordance with ASTM C177 at 24°C (75°F).
(b) ASJ (All Service Jacket) Facing
(i) Vapor retardant all service jacket conforming to
ASTM C1136 Type I.
(c) FSK (Foil Scrim Kraft) Facing
(i) Vapor retardant foil scrim Kraft conforming to
ASTM C1136 Type II.
d) High Density Insulation

(i) 0.032 W/m °K (0.22 Btu in/hr ft² °F), when tested in
(b) ASJ (All Service Jacket) Facing
(i) Vapor retardant all service jacket conforming to
ASTM C1136 Type I.
(c) FSK (Foil Scrim Kraft) Facing
(i) Vapor retardant foil scrim Kraft conforming to
ASTM C1136 Type II.

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E. Semi-Rigid Insulation
1. Pipe and Tank Insulation; semi-rigid fiber glass board, limited combustible.

1) 0.036 W/m °K (0.25 Btu in/hr ft² °F), when tested in accordance

1) 454°C (850°F).
c) ASJ (All Service Jacket) Facing

Type I.
d) FSK (Foil Scrim Kraft) Facing

1) Vapor retardant foil scrim Kraft jacket complying with
ASTM C1136 Type II.
F. Elevated Temperature Rigid Insulation
1. Elevated temperature board; ASTM C612 Type IA, IB, and II; rigid fiber glass
board, noncombustible.

1) 850°F (454°C).
b) Density
1) 45 kg/m³ (2.8 lb/ft³).
c) Thermal Conductivity (K-Value)

G. Elevated Temperature Semi-Rigid Insulation
1. Elevated temperature panel 1000°; ASTM C612 Type II and III; semi-rigid fiber
glass board, noncombustible.

1) 538°C (1000°F).
b) Density
1) 38 kg/m³ (2.4 lb/ft³).


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H. High Density Elevated Temperature Flexible Insulation
1. Flexible fiber glass batt or blanket, noncombustible.

1) 538°C (1000°F).
b) Density
1) 26 kg/m³ (1.6 lb/ft³).

I. Elevated Temperature Flexible Insulation
1. Flexible fiber glass blanket, noncombustible.

1) 538°C (1000°F).
b) Density
1) 18 kg/m³ (1.1 lb/ft³).

J. PVC Jacketing
1. For Exterior Use
a) 0.76 mm (0.030 in.) thick, minimum, outdoor weatherable.
2. For Interior Use
a) 0.508 mm (0.020 in.) thick, minimum.
K. Metal Jacketing
1. Aluminum or stainless steel, 0.045 mm (0.016 in.) thick in smooth, corrugated,

or embossed finish with factory-applied moisture barrier; 50 mm (2 in.),
minimum, overlap joints.
L. Glass Fiber, Flexible
1. Insulation
a) ASTM C553; flexible, noncombustible.


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with ASTM C177 or C518.
(a) 232°C (450°F).
3) Maximum Water Vapor Sorption
(a) 5% by weight.
a) Kraft paper reinforced with glass fiber yarn and bonded to aluminized
film.
1) Moisture Vapor Permeability
(a) 0.029 ng/Pa s m² (0.02 perm in.), when tested in
2) Secure with self-sealing longitudinal laps and butt strips.
3) Secure with outward clinch expanding staples and vapor barrier
mastic.
3. Tie Wire

M. Glass Fiber, Rigid
1. Insulation
a) ASTM C612 or C592; rigid, noncombustible.

with ASTM C177 or C518.
(a) 454°C (850°F).
(a) 5% by weight.
4) Maximum Density
(a) 128 kg/m³ (8 lb/ft³).

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film.
b) Moisture Vapor Permeability

1) 0.029 ng/Pa s m² (0.02 perm in.), when tested in accordance with
ASTM E96.
c) Secure with self-sealing longitudinal laps and butt strips.
d) Secure with outward clinch expanding staples and vapor barrier mastic.
3. Facing
a) 25 mm (1 in.) galvanized steel hexagonal wire mesh stitched on one

face of insulation.
N. Cellular Glass
1. Insulation
a) ASTM C552, Grade 2.

(a) 0.059 at 38°C (0.41 at 100°F).
2) Service Temperature
(a) Up to 482°C (900°F).
3) Water Vapor Permeability
(a) 0.007 ng/Pa s m² (0.005 perm in.).
4) Water Absorption
(a) 0.2% by volume, maximum.
2. Tie Wire

a) ASTM C449M.

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O. Flexible Elastomeric Cellular Insulation
1. Insulation
a) Preformed flexible elastomeric cellular rubber insulation complying with

ASTM C534 Grade 3, in sheet form.
(a) - 40°C (- 40°F).
(a) 104°C (220°F).
3) Connection
2. Elastomeric Foam Adhesive
a) Air dried, contact adhesive, compatible with insulation.
P. Jackets
1. PVC Plastic
a) Jacket
1) Sheet material, off-white color.
(i) - 40°C (- 40°F).
(b) Maximum Service Temperature
(i) 66°C (150°F).
(i) 0.029 ng/Pa s m² (0.02 perm in.), when tested in
(d) Thickness
(i) 0.25 mm (10 mil).
(e) Connections
b) Covering Adhesive Mastic

1) Compatible with insulation.
2. Canvas Jacket
1) Lagging Adhesive

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3. Aluminum Jacket
a) ASTM B209M formed aluminum sheet.

1) Thickness
(a) 0.40 mm (0.016 in.) sheet.
2) Finish
(a) Smooth.
3) Joining
steel.
4. Stainless Steel Jacket
a) ASTM A666, Type 304 stainless steel.

1) Thickness
(a) 0.25 mm (0.010 in.).
2) Finish
(a) Smooth.
steel.
2.04 DUCT INSULATION
A. Use one of the following materials on exterior of ducts, unless otherwise indicated:
1. Flexible insulation.
2. Rigid insulation.
3. R-Value
a) Comply with ASHRAE Std 90.1, installed.

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5. Finish insulation exposed outdoors with aluminum jacketing, unless otherwise

indicated.
B. Use same insulation as specified for high temperature equipment on ducts operating
at over 177°C (350°F).
C. Use duct liner on interior of ducts, unless otherwise indicated.
D. Flexible Insulation
1. Duct Wrap; flexible fiber glass blanket insulation meeting ASTM C553 Types I,
II and III, and ASTM C1290; limited combustible.

b) Density
1) Concealed Areas
(a) Minimum 12 kg/m³ (0.75 lb/ft³).
2) Exposed Areas
(a) Minimum 16 kg/m³ (1 lb/ft³).
c) No Facing
1) Maximum service temperature 177°C (350°F).
d) FSK (Foil Scrim Kraft) Facing

1) Foil scrim Kraft (FSK), conforming to ASTM C1136 Type II;
maximum service temperature 121°C (250°F); factory applied.
e) PSK (Polypropelent Scrim Kraft) Facing

1) Metalized polypropylene scrim Kraft jacket, conforming to
ASTM C1136 Type II; maximum service temperature 121°C
(250°F); factory applied.
f) Vapor Retarder Facing

1) Vinyl, white or gray; 50 mm (2 in.) stapling flange on one edge;
factory applied.
E. Rigid Insulation
1. Insulation Board; fiber glass insulation board meeting ASTM C612 Type IA and
IB; rigid.

1) 232°C (450°F).
b) Use medium density insulation in concealed areas and high density

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insulation in exposed areas.
c) Medium Density
(b) Facing
(i) Vapor retarder all service jacket (ASJ) conforming to
ASTM C1136 Type I.
(c) Facing
(i) Vapor retarder foil scrim Kraft (FSK) conforming to
ASTM C1136 Type II.
d) High Density Insulation

(b) Facing
(i) Vapor retarder All Service Jacket (ASJ) conforming
to ASTM C1136 Type I.
(c) Facing
(i) Vapor retarder Foil Scrim Kraft (FSK) conforming to
ASTM C1136 Type II.
F. Duct Liner
1. Duct Liner E-M, complying with ASTM C1071 Type I and NFPA 90A and 90B;
or Rigid Plenum Liner, complying with ASTM C1071 Type II and NFPA 90A
and 90B.
a) Insulation
1) Incombustible glass fiber, flexible blanket, rigid board, and
preformed round liner board; impregnated surface and edges
coated with poly vinyl acetate polymer, or acrylic polymer shown
to be fungus and bacteria resistant by testing to ASTM G21.
b) Thermal Conductivity (K-Value)

c) Service Temperature
1) Up to 121°C (250°F).

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d) Noise Reduction Coefficient (NRC)

1) 0.45 or higher for 13 mm (½ in.) product, 0.70 or higher for 25 mm
(1 in.) product, when tested in accordance with ASTM C423 in
Type A mounting.
e) Maximum Air Velocity

1) 1829 m/min. (6000 ft/min.) for Type I product, 1524 m/min.
(5000 ft/min.) for Type II product.
f) Adhesive
1) ASTM C916. Waterproof, fire-retardant type.
g) Liner Fasteners
1) Galvanized steel, self-adhesive pad with integral head.
G. Aluminum Jacketing
1. Aluminum sheet, 0.045 mm (0.016 in.) thick, smooth, corrugated, or embossed

finish with factory applied moisture barrier; overlap joints 50 mm (2 in.),
minimum.
H. PVC Jacketing
1. Proto Corporation Indoor/Outdoor, UV-resistant, white; solvent welded

adhesive joints, or as recommended by manufacturer.
I. Glass Fiber, Flexible
1. Insulation
a) ASTM C553; flexible, noncombustible blanket.

with ASTM C518.
(a) 232°C (450°F).
(a) 5% by weight.
a) Kraft paper with glass fiber yarn and bonded to aluminized film.

ASTM E96.
c) Secure with pressure sensitive tape.

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3. Vapor Barrier Tape
film, with pressure sensitive rubber based adhesive.
4. Outdoor Vapor Barrier Mastic
a) Vinyl emulsion type acrylic or mastic, compatible with insulation, black

color.
5. Tie Wire
a) Annealed steel, 1.52 mm (16 gage).
J. Glass Fiber, Rigid
1. Insulation
a) ASTM C612; rigid, noncombustible blanket.

with ASTM C518.
(a) 232°C (450°F).
3) Maximum Water Vapor Absorption
(a) 5%.
4) Maximum Density
(a) 128 kg/m³ (8 lb/ft³).
a) Kraft paper with glass fiber yarn and bonded to aluminized film.

ASTM E96.
c) Secure with pressure sensitive tape.
3. Vapor Barrier Tape
film, with pressure sensitive rubber based adhesive.
4. Indoor Vapor Barrier Finish
a) Cloth
1) Untreated; 305 g/m² (9 oz/yd²) weight, glass fabric.

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b) Vinyl emulsion type acrylic, compatible with insulation, black color.
K. Jackets
1. Canvas Jacket
1) Lagging Adhesive
2. Mineral Fiber (Outdoor) Jacket
a) Asphalt impregnated and coated sheet, 2.45 kg/m² (50 lb/ft²).
3. Aluminum Jacket
a) ASTM B209M.
1) Thickness
(a) 0.40 mm (0.016 in.) sheet.
2) Finish
(a) Smooth.
3) Joining
4) Fittings
(a) 0.4 mm (0.016 in.) thick die shaped fitting covers with
factory attached protective liner.
steel.
2.05 ACCESSORY MATERIALS
A. Joint Tape
1. Pressure-sensitive foil tape, 75 mm (3 in.) wide, minimum, with flame

spread/smoke developed index of 25/50, when tested in accordance with
ASTM E84 or UL 723; for application with moving pressure using a squeegee
or other appropriate sealing tool.

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PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 EXAMINATION
A. Verify that piping has been tested before applying insulation materials.
B. Verify that surfaces are clean and dry, with foreign material removed.
3.02 INSTALLATION
A. Piping Insulation
1. Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
2. Install in accordance with NAIMA National Insulation Standards.
3. Exposed Piping
a) Locate insulation and cover seams in least visible locations.
4. Insulated Pipes Conveying Fluids Below Ambient Temperature
a) Insulate entire system including fittings, valves, unions, flanges,

strainers, flexible connections, pump bodies, and expansion joints.
5. Glass Fiber Insulated Pipes Conveying Fluids Below Ambient Temperature
a) Provide vapor barrier jackets, factory-applied or field-applied. Secure

with self-sealing longitudinal laps and butt strips with pressure sensitive
adhesive. Secure with outward clinch expanding staples and vapor
barrier mastic.
b) Insulate fittings, joints, and valves with molded insulation of like material
and thickness as adjacent pipe. Finish with glass cloth and vapor barrier
adhesive or PVC fitting covers.
B. Pre-Insulated Chilled Water Piping
1. Installation Procedures
a) The Pre-insulated chilled water piping system shall be installed in

accordance with the manufacturer’s requirements. Install the pre-
insulated pipes and fittings in excavated trenches with the leak detection
wires in the horizontal plane for accessibility at time of field joining and
testing the wires.
b) After welding the joints or mechanically joined and successfully

hydrotesting of the system or section of it, pull out the leak trace wires
carefully on both ends of the first pre-insulated pipe in the section to be
tested. Straighten the wires and inspect them for any mechanical
damage (specifically where the wire exits the pipe end). Then, clean the
wires with normal sandpaper.

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c) Connect both the cables from the megger to the pre-insulated HDPE
pipe. Set the megger to Mega Ohms, press TEST button. The readout
shall be Ohms, if not, check the connection to the pipe.
d) Insulation Test
1) Leave the black cable connected to the HDPE pipe and connect
the red cable of the megger to the tinned wire. Press the TEST
button. The reading shall be infinity. Similarly, do the same test to
the copper wire.
e) Form a loop at the start point of the pipeline by crimping the copper and
tinned wires. Repeat step as in par. 3.02 B.1.d.
f) Repeat steps as in pars. 3.02 B.1.c, d and e. The reading will increase
at a rate of 2.2 Ohms/100 m pipe.
g) If the above is OK, proceed with the insulation of the joint.
h) If a preformed sectional insulation is being used:

1) Measure the joint length to be insulated and cut the foam sections
to the same length (use a saw blade).
2) With a saw blade or a knife, make a slit or a groove in the foam
sections along its length to secure the copper wires in it. The slit
should be about 15 to 20 mm from the inside surface of the foam
section i.e., the wire should be 15 to 20 mm away from the pipe.
3) Place the foam sections tightly around the steel pipe and ensure
that the copper wires are embedded in the foam groove and not in
contact with the steel pipe and coupling.
4) After insulating the joints, repeat step as in pars. 3.02 B.1.c, d
and e. If the reading is OK, proceed to the next joint and repeat
step as in pars. 3.02 B.1.c to h.
i) Note that all readings should be documented and recorded by the

Contractor for future reference. If the carrier pipe is non-steel, start the
test of leak detection wires from step as in par. 3.02 B.1.f.
C. Equipment Insulation
2. Factory Insulated Equipment
a) Do not insulate.
3. Exposed Equipment
a) Locate insulation and cover seams in least visible locations.
4. Apply insulation close to equipment by grooving, scoring, and beveling

insulation. Fasten insulation to equipment with studs, pins, clips, adhesive,
wires, or bands.

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5. Fill joints, cracks, seams, and depressions with bedding compound to form
smooth surface. On cold equipment, use vapor barrier cement.
6. Insulated Equipment Containing Fluids Below Ambient Temperature
a) Insulate entire system.
7. Fiber Glass Insulated Equipment Containing Fluids Below Ambient

Temperature
a) Provide vapor barrier jackets, factory-applied or field-applied. Finish

with glass cloth and vapor barrier adhesive.
8. For hot equipment containing fluids 60°C (140°F) or less, do not insulate
flanges and unions, but bevel and seal ends of insulation.
9. For hot equipment containing fluids over 60°C (140°F), insulate flanges and
unions with removable sections and jackets.
10. Fiber Glass Insulated Equipment Containing Fluids Above Ambient

Temperature
a) Provide standard jackets, with or without vapor barrier, factory-applied

or field-applied. Finish with glass cloth and adhesive.
11. Inserts and Shields
a) Application
1) Equipment 40 mm (1½ in.) diameter or larger.
b) Shields
1) Galvanized steel between hangers and inserts.
c) Insert Location
1) Between support shield and equipment and under the finish
jacket.
d) Insert Configuration
1) Minimum 150 mm (6 in.) long, of same thickness and contour as
adjoining insulation; may be factory fabricated.
e) Insert Material
1) Hydrous calcium silicate insulation or other heavy density
insulating material suitable for the planned temperature range.
12. Finish insulation at supports, protrusions, and interruptions.
13. Equipment in Mechanical Equipment Rooms or Finished Spaces
a) Finish with canvas jacket sized for finish painting.

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14. Exterior Applications
a) Provide vapor barrier jacket or finish with glass mesh reinforced vapor
barrier cement. Cover with aluminum jacket with seams located on
bottom side of horizontal equipment.
15. Cover glass fiber insulation with metal mesh and finish with heavy coat of
insulating cement aluminum jacket.
16. Nameplates and ASME Stamps
a) Bevel and seal insulation around; do not insulate over.
17. Equipment Requiring Access for Maintenance, Repair, or Cleaning
a) Install insulation so it can be easily removed and replaced without

damage.
D. Duct Insulation
2. Install in accordance with NAIMA National Insulation Standards.
3. Insulated Ducts Conveying Air Below Ambient Temperature
a) Provide insulation with vapor barrier jackets.
b) Finish with tape and vapor barrier jacket.
c) Continue insulation through walls, sleeves, hangers, and other duct

penetrations.
d) Insulate entire system including fittings, joints, flanges, fire dampers,

flexible connections, and expansion joints.
4. Insulated Ducts Conveying Air Above Ambient Temperature
a) Provide with or without standard vapor barrier jacket.
b) Insulate fittings and joints. Where service access is required, bevel and
seal ends of insulation.
5. Ducts Exposed in Mechanical Equipment Rooms or Finished Spaces below

3 m (10 ft.) above Finished Floor
a) Finish with canvas jacket sized for finish painting.
6. Exterior Applications
a) Provide insulation with vapor barrier jacket. Cover with outdoor finished
jacket.

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7. External Duct Insulation Application
a) Secure insulation with vapor barrier with wires and seal jacket joints with
vapor barrier adhesive or tape to match jacket.
b) Secure insulation without vapor barrier with staples, tape, or wires.
c) Install without sag on underside of duct. Use adhesive or mechanical

fasteners where necessary to prevent sagging. Lift duct off trapeze
hangers and insert spacers.
d) Seal vapor barrier penetrations by mechanical fasteners with vapor

barrier adhesive.
e) Stop and point insulation around access doors and damper operators to
allow operation without disturbing wrapping.
8. Duct and Plenum Liner Application
a) Adhere insulation with adhesive for 90% coverage.
b) Secure insulation with mechanical liner fasteners. Refer to SMACNA

HVAC Duct Construction Standards - Metal and Flexible for spacing.
c) Seal and smooth joints. Seal and coat transverse joints.
d) Seal liner surface penetrations with adhesive.
e) Duct dimensions indicated are net inside dimensions required for air
flow. Increase duct size to allow for insulation thickness.
END OF SECTION

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Item No Title Page No

1.01 DESCRIPTION OF WORK .................................................................................. 1

1.02 SECTION INCLUDES .......................................................................................... 1

1.03 RELATED SECTIONS ......................................................................................... 2

1.07 QUALITY CONTROL ........................................................................................... 7

1.08 HEALTH AND SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS...................................................... 7

1.09 DESIGN CRITERIA.............................................................................................. 8

1.10 JOB CONDITIONS............................................................................................. 25

1.11 DELIVERY, HANDLING AND STORAGE ......................................................... 25

PART 2 PRODUCTS ....................................................................................................... 26

2.01 GENERAL .......................................................................................................... 26

2.02 PIPING INSULATION ........................................................................................ 26

2.03 EQUIPMENT INSULATION ............................................................................... 34

2.04 DUCT INSULATION........................................................................................... 41

2.05 ACCESSORY MATERIALS ............................................................................... 46

PART 3 EXECUTION ...................................................................................................... 47

3.01 EXAMINATION .................................................................................................. 47

Rev 0 i Contract No:

1.01 DESCRIPTION OF WORK

1. Insulate ductwork and piping as described in this Specification.

1.02 SECTION INCLUDES

A. The following piping systems shall be insulated:

1. Domestic hot water system (including hot water return).

2. Power generator engine cooling water piping.

3. Power generator engine exhaust piping (including silencer).

4. Condensate drain piping.

6. Chilled water and heating water piping.

B. The following duct systems shall be insulated:

1. Supply air ductwork (both exposed and concealed).

2. Return air ducts when outside of a conditioned space.

C. Pipe insulation, jacketing and accessories.

D. Equipment insulation and jacketing.

E. Duct insulation and jacketing.

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1.03 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Section 01320 Construction Progress Documentation

B. Section 01330 Submittal Procedures

C. Section 01410 Regulatory Requirements

D. Section 01450 Quality Control

E. Section 01650 Product Delivery Requirements

F. Section 01660 Product Storage and Handling Requirements

G. Section 15051 Materials and Methods

H. Section 15055 General Requirements for Piping Systems

I. Section 15065 Equipment Installation

J. Section 15070 Mechanical, Sound, Vibration and Seismic Control

K. Section 15140 Domestic Water Piping

L. Section 15150 Sanitary Waste and Vent Piping

M. Section 15180 Heating and Cooling Piping

N. Section 15620 Packaged Water Chillers

O. Section 15670 Refrigerant Condensing Unit

P. Section 15720 Air Handling Units

Q. Section 15730 Unitary Air Conditioning Equipment

R. Section 15810 Ducts

S. Section 15820 Duct Accessories

T. Section 15840 Air Terminal Units

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C. ASHRAE American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

1. ASHRAE Std 90.1 Energy Efficient Design of New Buildings Except

D. ASTM American Society of Testing and Materials