Fire Fighting & Sprinkler System

Section 211200
Fire Fighting System & Sprinkler System
SECTION 211200
FIRE FIGHTING SYSTEM AND SPRINKLER SYSTEM
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 1 Specification Section, apply to this Section.
B. Section 220517 “Sleeves and Sleeve Seals For Piping” for sealing pipes passing through
penetrations.
C. Section 220517 “Hangers and Supports For Plumbing Piping and Equipment” for fire fighting
pipe supports.
1.2 SCOPE OF WORK
A. The Contractor shall refer to all relevant sections of the Tender drawings, specifications and
equipment schedules for particular requirements of the Fire Fighting systems for the project.
B. The scope of works includes the development, supply, installation, testing and commissioning
of the entire Fire Fighting systems, and all other associated systems in accordance with the
requirements of the Tender documentation and in accordance with all relevant; Regulations,
American/British/European Standards (NFPA, ASTM, AWWA, BS, BS-EN, ISO, EN), and
UAE Fire life Safety codes and local approval/ statutory authority requirements and other
relevant good practice guides & codes of practice
1. Fire Fighting: Provision of the entire firefighting systems for the entire building(s) and
its systems, including sprinklers, hose reels landing valves, and all firefighting equipment
as shown on the drawings and described in the specification in compliance with local
authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements.
2. Provision of all fixings, support, noise control items, electrical supply and connections,
pipes and ancillary items required to form a complete and safe working systems are
deemed to be included.
3. Provision of Fire Protection systems to the LPG installation, as per Dubai Civil Defense
Requirements.
C. MEP drawings are diagrammatic and generally indicative of the work. Ducting, piping,
accessories, systems, all equipment and its capacities and operating conditions shall follow
arrangement as much as possible. However, actual field conditions and all authorities having
jurisdiction shall dictate requirements. Contractor shall provide necessary modifications, as
approved by the engineer, to meet field conditions and authority requirements and avoid conflict
with other trades at no additional cost to the owner.
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1.3 SUMMARY
A. This section in conjunction with the contract documents and drawings indicates the design,
materials, equipment, installation, inspection, testing and operations requirement of the Fire
Protection Systems. Requirements are included but not limited to;
1. Water Based Fire Suppression System
2. Sprinkler System
3. Standpipe, Hose System and Cabinets
4. Fire Pump Set and Fire Pump Controller
5. Portable Fire Extinguishers
6. Fire Fighting Control Valves and Specialty Valves
7. Piping, Fitting, Support and Accessories
1.4 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A. The design of Fire Protection System shall be complete with all necessary equipment, devices
and accessories for proper system operation. System design and installation shall reflect high
quality of professional work that properly account for practical maintenance and aesthetic
concerns, as well as meets the design requirements of NFPA Standard and the Authority Having
Jurisdiction (Dubai Civil Defense). Deviation from the standards including in-efficient designs,
unnecessary materials and special system modification in order to meet the above desired
criteria shall be avoided.
B. Entire Sprinkler and Standpipe Systems shall include sprinkler heads, hoses, nozzles, piping,
valves, tamper switches, flow alarms and other appurtenances as required by the latest NFPA
Standard and Local or State Agencies, or by the Owner's insurance company. The entire
Sprinkler and Standpipe Systems and/ or other System shall be hydraulically designed unless
otherwise noted.
All the valves, pumps, piping, hose, nozzles, devices, sprinklers, motors, materials, systems,
assemblies, equipment, products and accessories, referred to in this section with respect to life
safety, fire safety and emergency services shall be listed, approved and registered by the Civil
Defense Material Approval Department.
C. Design Criteria:
1. Sprinkler throughout the building shall be based on the latest NFPA 13 (Installation of
Sprinkler Systems) and the following design criteria as per Dubai Civil Defense:
Hazard Classification Design Criteria
Light Hazard 4.10 lpm. over the most remote 139 sq. mtr. area. Using
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quick response fire sprinkler heads with head

temperature rating complying with NFPA 13-2007,
Table 6.2.5.1
Ordinary Hazard Group 1 6.10 lpm. over the most remote 139 sq. mtr. area. Fire
sprinkler head temperature rating complying with NFPA
13-2007 Table 6-2.5.1
Ordinary Hazard Group 2 8.10 lpm. over the most remote 139 sq. mtr. area. Fire
13-2007 Table 6-2.5.1
Extra Hazard Group 1 12.20 lpm. over the most remote 232 sq. mtr. area Fire
13-2007 Table 6-2.5.1
2. Hydraulic design: The hydraulic design area shall be the hydraulically most demanding
“rectangular area” having a dimension parallel to the branch line equal to 1.2 times the
square root of the area of the sprinkler operation.
3. Maximum water flow velocity shall not exceed 5.0 meter per second in any system
piping of hydraulically designed system.
4. Standpipe: Where shown on the drawings Standpipe System shall be installed as Class I
system per NFPA 14 (Standpipe and Hose Systems). Hydraulic calculations are required
for all wet standpipes serving two or more hose stations.
5. Hydraulic calculation shall be performed using an approved computer program software

generated calculation. Hand calculation programs or calculation on spreadsheet will not
be accepted. All calculation programs shall use the Hazen-Williams calculation method.
D. Provide Balance Pressure (Bladder Tank filled with 3% AFFF Foam Concentrate) Foam-Water
Sprinkler System where shown on the drawing. The system shall be in conformance to NFPA
16 - 2007 (Deluge Foam-Water Sprinkler Systems and Foam-Water Spray Systems).
E. Walk-in cold storage rooms shall be provided with Dry Pipe Sprinkler System.
F. For Dry-pipe systems, increase the area of sprinkler operation by 30 percent without revising
the density.
G. All Dry-pipe system, regardless of the volume, are required to deliver, sustained water flow to
inspector’s test connection 60 seconds upon opening of the inspector’s test valve. All Dry pipe
system shall be provided with a UL listed or FM approved quick opening device.
H. Firefighting equipment and materials in drawings showing sizes, capacities,and ratings are
indicative. Firefighting specialist shall verify all required sizes, capacities, and ratings indicated
on drawing. In addition, any additional fire protection required by the Authority Having
Jurisdiction (Dubai Civil Defence) or latest Fire Code requirement for the building and its
systems not mentioned or referred to in this specification and firefighting drawings shall be
foreseen by the Fire Protection Specialist Contractor without additional cost to the owner.
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1.5 SUBMITTALS
A. After award of contract and prior to fabrication, Fire Protection System Contractor shall submit
to the Engineer complete design submittals for approval. Design submittals package shall
include the following:
1. Product Data: Manufacturer’s catalogue data sheets containing details of technical

information, system and component operating instructions for the following;
a. Sprinklers heads, escutcheon and guards, including sprinkler flow characteristic,

temperature rating, finish and mounting orientation.
b. Standpipe, Hose system and Cabinets that includes size / type / finish, hose
connection / type / length of fire hoses, finish of fire hose coupling / type /
material, finish of nozzle and finish of hose reel / hose rack.
c. Fire Pump Set and Fire Pump Controller that includes rated capacities, certified
pump performance curves with each selection point indicated, operating
characteristics of furnished accessories and specialties for each pump / pressure
maintenance pump and Factory test certificates (i.e. Calibration, Hydrostatic,
Pump Performance, etc.) shall be submitted.
d. Portable Fire Extinguishers that includes size, type, rating and capacity.
e. Fire Fighting listed valves, system control and specialty valves that include size,
pressure ratings and type.
f. Piping, Fitting, Support and Accessories; pressure rating and class, load etc.
g. Listed alarm / monitoring switches that include size, pressure rating, electrical
rating, etc.
B. Shop Drawings: Submit shop drawings and calculations for the system and shall include the
following:
1. Approved Sprinkler and Fire Fighting System piping drawings: Working plans according
to NFPA 13 - 2007 (Installation of Sprinkler Systems) and NFPA 14 - 2007 (Standpipe
and Hose Systems), that have been approved by Authority Having Jurisdiction (Dubai
Civil Defence), including system hydraulic calculation.
2. Fire fighting, sprinkler system and pump room arrangement plans, elevations, sections
and details.
3. Details of anchoring and attachments to structure and to supported equipment.
4. Power, signal and control wiring diagrams. Differentiate wiring diagrams between
manufacturer installed and field-installed wiring.
5. Equipment schedules to include rated capacities, shipping, installed, and operating

weights, furnished specialties and accessories.
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C. Coordination Drawings
1. Coordinated layout and installation of Fire Fighting System, Sprinkler System and
Specialties with other construction discipline that penetrates ceiling, including other
services. This layout shall clearly indicate pipe bottom elevations and routes thus
avoiding collision with other services.
2. Reflected ceiling plans drawn to scale, coordinated penetrations and ceiling mounted
fixtures. Show the following:
a. Ceiling suspension assembly members.
b. Method of attaching hangers to building structure.
c. Size and location of initial access modules for acoustical tile.
d. Size and location of access panels in hard ceilings to provide access to concealed
valves, tamper switch, water flow switch, etc.
e. Ceiling-mounted items including lighting fixtures, diffusers, grilles, speaker,

sprinklers, detectors, access panels and special moulding.
f. Elevation of Sprinkler System and Fire Fighting System pipe work.
D. As-Built Drawings
1. Upon completion of the installation, the Contractor shall revise all Fire Protection Design
files, calculations, manuals, operating instructions to agree with construction as actually
accomplished and installed. The notation “AS-BUILT” shall be entered in the revision
block, dated and initiated.
2. As - built submittals shall be submitted and shall be approved by the Engineer prior to the
Final Acceptance Testing. This delivery shall include both electronic and hard copies of
all related drawings.
E. Samples for Initial Selection: Manufacturer’s charts showing the full range and ratings of
sprinkler coverage available, valves, fittings and specialty valves.
F. Test Reports: Written reports of tests specified in Part 3 of this Section.
1. Operation and Maintenance Data: Submit operation and maintenance manual fully
describing maintenance schedules, replacement parts, and other operation requirements
for Sprinkler System / Standpipe and Hose System / Other Systems, control / specialty
valves, pumps, pump drivers and controllers to include in Operation and Maintenance
manuals specified and required in Division 1. Factory test certificates of the fire pumps,
control / specialty valves, etc. shall also be submitted as mentioned above.
1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE
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A. Installer Qualifications:
1. The Contractor shall, at his cost, appoint a Specialist Sub-contractor for Fire Protection
Systems. The Specialist Fire Protection System Sub-contractor shall be one of those
listed elsewhere in the Specification and be approved by the JAFZA-EHS Fire Protection
/ Dubai Civil Defence and subject to Engineers approval. The Specialist Fire Protection
System Sub-contractor shall be entirely responsible for the Design, Supply, Installation,
Testing and Commissioning of the Fire Protection Systems in line with the Specification,
Drawings and to Engineers and JAFZA-EHS Fire Protection / Dubai Civil Defence
approval. After preparation of Shop Drawings and their approval by the Engineer, the
Specialist Fire Protection System Sub-contractor shall obtain their final approval from
JAFZA-EHS Fire Protection / Dubai Civil Defence. After installation, testing and
commissioning of the various systems, the Specialist Fire Protection System Sub-
contractor shall arrange inspection by the JAFZA-EHS Fire Protection / Dubai Civil
Defence and obtain their approval / acceptance of the installation.
2. Installer responsibilities includes designing, fabricating, installing, testing and

commissioning a complete Fire Fighting System, Sprinkler System, Other System and
providing professional engineering services needed to assume engineering responsibility.
B. Use only those products specifically listed and approved for Fire Protection services by UL-
Underwriters Laboratories Incorporated, FM-Factory Mutual Testing Laboratories, BSI Kite
mark, LPCB, or other approved agencies of international reputations, where stipulated.
1. All products shall conform to the requirements of the following:
a. Dubai Civil Defence Department
b. JAFZA - EHS Fire Protection
c. NFPA - National Fire Protection Association of USA, Latest Edition
d. BS-EN - British Standard Specifications
e. Local Authority, International Electro Technical Commission, IEC, IEE Standards

in the selection and installation of electrical components and systems.
2. Fire Pumps and Controllers shall be (UL) Listed and (FM) Factory Mutual approved
testing laboratories and underwriter’s laboratories incorporated for fire protection
services.
a. Pumps / Controllers shall also conforms to NFPA 20 - 2007 (Installation of

Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection) complying with the additional requirements,
if stated. Design shall be based on the occupancy hazards as specified in latest
NFPA Codes and Standards.
b. Electrical components, devices and accessories shall be UL Listed and FM

Approved defined in NFPA 70 – 2007 (National Electrical Code), Article 100, by
testing agency acceptable to JAFZA-EHS Fire Protection / Dubai Civil Defence,
and marked for intended use.
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c. Source Limitation: Obtain Fire pumps, Pressure maintenance pump and

Controllers through one source from a single manufacturer for each type of
equipment.
d. Test and inspect fire pumps with their controllers according to latest NFPA 20
(Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection) for certified shop tests.
e. Verification of Performance: Rate fire pumps according to requirements indicated.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 MATERIALS, GENERAL
A. Materials and equipment used in the installation of the Fire Fighting System and Sprinkler
System and/or Other Systems shall be new and listed by the UL Fire Protection Equipment
Directory or the FM Approval Guide, latest edition. The standard products and the latest design
of the manufacturer shall be used and installed per their listing, approval or manufacturer’s
recommendations.
B. Where two or more units of the same class of equipment are required, these units shall be of the
same manufacturer (e.g. couplings shall be from one manufacturer) All materials shall be
installed per their listing or approval and per the manufacturer’s recommendation and
specification.
2.2 SYSTEM CONTROL VALVE AND TRIMMINGS
A. System Isolating Valve
1. Cast Iron body, Outside Screw & Yoke (OS&Y) construction with solid wedge, flanged
ends for 65 mm & above / threaded ends for 50 mm & below. Valve shall be UL / FM
approved. The valve shall have a minimum working pressure of 1207 kpa. Use 2100 kpa
rated valves where applicable.
B. Wet Alarm Check Valve
1. Alarm Check Valve: Cast Iron body, flap type construction with flanged ends, metered
bypass with ball valve for pressure maintenance flow, test and alarm flow parts, bolted
access cover, pressure gauges (as specified elsewhere) at inlet and outlet and shall be UL
/ FM approved.
2. Test and Drain Valve: All bronze valve with screwed ends complete with metering
orifice, discharge turn dish etc.
3. Alarm Test Valve: All bronze ball valve with screwed ends, operating lever, engraved
position indicator attached to body.
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4. Strainer: All bronze, Y - type strainer with screwed ends, screwed cover and stainless
steel screen for alarm supply line.
5. Water Motor Alarm: The Gong, Gong Mount, and Water Motor Housing shall be
fabricated from a corrosion resistant aluminium alloys. The bearing type shall be polymer
drive bearings which do not require lubrication, and the Gong shall be closely fitted to the
Gong Mount to eliminate the need for a separate cover.
6. Pressure Switch: The switch housing shall be weather proof and oil resistant. The cover
shall incorporate tamper resistant screws. It shall have normally closed / open contacts
(SPDT) and rated for 2.5 amps at 30 VDC / 15 amps at 250 VAC, whichever is required.
C. Dry Pipe Valve
1. Dry Pipe Valve: Shall be low differential, latched closed spring assisted, self resetting
clapper, shall be UL listed & FM approved, suitable for both vertical or horizontal
installation, supplied with grade “E” EPDM seal, housing cast of ductile iron conforming
to ASTM A-536, grade 65-45-12, serviceable without removal from the line, flange ends
for installation with ANSI class 150 flange, rated for service up to 300 psi (2065kPa)
working pressure.
2. Where a system in a refrigerated space is supplied by an automatic air compressor, the air
shall be moisture free, and any device or apparatus used for automatic maintenance of air
pressure shall be of a type specifically listed for such service and capable of controlling
the required air pressure and maximum airflow to the system. Piping details shall be
consistent with those referenced in NFPA 13 -2007 (Installation of Sprinkler Systems),
Refrigerated Spaces. Where used, nitrogen shall be introduced through a pressure
regulator set to maintain system pressure.
D. Deluge Valve
1. Deluge Valve assembly shall be automatically re-settable type by hydraulic means, and
shall employ a positive vent on the priming line to ensure that the deluge will not
prematurely reset.
2. Deluge Valve: Shall be low differential, latched closed spring assisted, self resetting
clapper, pneumatic, hydraulic or electric release, Deluge valve and trim shall be UL
Listed and FM approved ,for vertical or horizontal installation, supplied with grade “E”
EPDM seal, housing cast of ductile iron conforming to ASTM A-536, grade 65-45-12
,serviceable without removal from the line , flange ends for installation with ANSI class
150 flange rated service up to 300 psi (2065 kpa) working pressure.
2.3 AUTOMATIC ZONE CHECK ASSEMBLY
A. Provide UL listed & FM approved automatic zone check assembly to support monitoring,
controlling, inspection, testing & maintenance of each zone in Sprinkler System, where shown
in the drawing as automatic zone check assembly.
B. Automatic zone check assembly shall consist of the following:
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1. Re – circulating pump.
2. Two sets of valve, elbows and pipes to facilitate the circulation of the water around water
flow monitoring switch.
3. Vane – type water flow monitoring switch (WFMS).
4. Electrical box enabling control of motor and monitor of WFMS, local / remote as
required.
5. There shall be a butterfly valve in upstream side and drain valve & pressure gauge in
downstream side.
C. When actuated, the following will be perform;
1. Test mode actuation: When activated in test mode, the pump shall circulate the water,
within the sprinkler riser and around WFMS to stimulate the flow of one sprinkler head
in operation. The electrical box shall control and monitor the motor and WFMS
respectively, as required.
2. Fire mode actuation: When fire occurs, the sprinkler burst and water starts flowing to
control / extinguishes the fire. This leads to flow equal to or more than one sprinkler,
through the WFMS actuating it. The fire alarm panel / flow monitoring panel performs
monitors / controls required in the fire condition when the WFMS actuation signal reach
them.
D. Shall have following features in the system:
1. Insure the testing of WFMS as per the requirements of BS 5306 Part-2 & latest NFPA 25
(Water Based Fire Protection Systems) without activating the fire pump and opening of
test / drain valve.
2. Installation shall be in such a way that the test shall be conducted from Central Control
Room, through single push button and the individual WFMS status can be read from
Main Fire Alarm Panel or separate Flow Monitoring Panel.
E. Have the future provisions (contacts and relays) facilitating the connection to BMS for
automatic actuation once in every 3 months which records the status, as required.
2.4 FLOOR (ZONE) CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLY
A. The Sprinkler System shall be adequately zoned as per latest NFPA 13 (Installation of Sprinkler
Systems) requirements and as shown in the drawings. Each zone shall have a zone control valve
assembly consisting of the following;
1. UL / FM Approved Butterfly valve with built-in tamper switch with normally close /
open contacts and shall be connected to the Main Fire Alarm Control Panel and or
Monitoring Panel. The valve shall be wafer type or grooved type with valve body made
of bronze material, stainless steel disc & stem and geared slow-close mechanism. Valve
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shall have a minimum pressure rating of 1207 kpa working pressure. Use 2100 kpa rated
valves where applicable, and or in case system has excessive working pressure.
2. UL / FM Approved Non-return Valve, either flanged ends or grooved ends type

connection rated at 1207 kpa working pressure. Use 2100 kpa pressure rating valves
where applicable, and or in case system has excessive working pressure. Valve body shall
be made of ductile iron conforming to ASTM A-536, clapper shall be stainless steel,
valve seal shall be of Class “E” EPDM material and the valve shall be provided with a
protective coating (Non lead paint).
3. UL / FM Approved Test & Drain Assembly consisting of 32 mm diameter drain valve

and sight glass. This shall be connected to a drain riser pipe.
4. UL Listed & FM Approved Water Flow Switch with specification as described elsewhere
in this Section.
5. UL Listed pressure gauge assembly, labelled, minimum 3-1/2 inches dial, liquid filled
type, moisture proof, weather resistant, 0 – 300 psi scale and with 5 psi increments.
2.5 INSPECTOR TEST CONNECTION
A. Inspector test connection shall be provided at the end of the farthest branch line with a test valve
installed in an accessible location and terminated to a nearest drain. Provide sight glass after the
valve in order to check flow of water equivalent to one sprinkler.
2.6 SPRINKLER HEADS
A. General Requirements for Sprinklers
1. One of the characteristics of sprinklers ability to control or extinguish a fire is its thermal
sensitivity measured in Response Time Index (RTI). Sprinklers defined as fast response
shall have a thermal element with response time index of 50 meters-second or less, and
sprinklers defined as standard response have a thermal element with a response time
index of 80 meters-second or more.
2. UL Listed & FM Approved Quick response sprinkler head with temperature rating of
570C to 770C. Sprinkler heads shall be used where required in the premises, except in
freezers, cold rooms and mechanical rooms where temperature ratings shall be verified to
its ambient room temperature base on NFPA 13 - 2007 (Installation of Sprinkler
Systems). All sprinklers shall be rated for 1207 kpa / 1730 kpa, where required except
otherwise as noted.
3. UL Listed & FM Approved Standard response sprinkler head with temperature ratings
shall be ordinary classification between 570C and 770C. The exceptions are that
intermediate classification sprinklers rated at 1000C shall be used in electrical closets and
1410C sprinklers with head guards shall be used in autoclave areas, mechanical rooms
and any other areas in which high temperatures are experienced. For systems with high
pressure, all sprinklers shall be high pressure type rated for 1730 kpa.
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4. All sprinklers shall be installed at least (12 inches) 300 mm from any air distribution
devices. Sprinkler location at wall mounted and peninsular shelving units shall be a
minimum of 450 mm away.
5. Provide two (2) sprinkler head wrenches for each type sprinkler head.
6. All sprinklers shall be supplied from one (1) manufacturer unless specified otherwise.
Submit one (1) sample of each sprinkler to be utilized on this project to be approved
technically by the Engineer and the colour finishes to be approved by the Architect.
7. Sprinklers using rubber O-rings or rubber seals shall not be permitted for use in this
project.
B. Standard Response Sprinklers
1. Exposed Sprinklers – Standard Response, UL Listed / FM Approved
a. Exposed sprinklers shall be large glass bulb operated, standard response, either
upright or pendent type automatic sprinkler head as indicated and shown on the
drawings. Finish shall be chrome (or as per Architect requirement), temperature
rating shall be 680C at a pressure of 1207 kpa for unconditioned areas and shall be
570C at a pressure of 1207 kpa for conditioned areas.
b. Provide wired sprinkler guards on sprinklers subjected to any mechanical damages.
2. Concealed Sprinklers – Standard Response, UL Listed / FM Approved
a. Concealed sprinklers shall be glass bulb type, standard response at 680C

temperature rating, standard coverage and includes a unique 2 piece base elements
/ cover assembly at 570C temperature rating that will accommodate the pendent
type sprinkler oriented in the ceiling opening. The flat cover plate of the sprinkler
head (which is normally soldered to the retainer at three points) once exposed to
heat from a fire shall fall away to expose the sprinkler assembly. Once the 5 mm
glass bulb rated temperature is reached, the fluid inside the bulb expands
sufficiently to shatter and activate the sprinkler allowing flow of water. Colour
finish shall be approved by the Architect.
3. Horizontal Sidewall Sprinklers – Standard Response, UL Listed / FM Approved
a. Horizontal sidewall sprinklers shall be glass bulb type, standard response, standard
coverage, where coverage more than the requirement of the standard sprinkler
head, the extended coverage sprinkler head shall be provided and includes an
adjustable 2 piece recessed escutcheon from sidewall flush position.
4. Dry Pendent Sprinklers – Standard Response, UL Listed / FM Approved
a. Dry pendent sprinklers shall be used where pendent sprinklers are exposed to
freezing temperature and or where the system is seasonably drained to avoid
freezing. This sprinkler shall be so designed that water is prevented from entering
the assembly by the lug and Belleville sealing assembly in the inlet of sprinkler to
prevent freezing. If required and or as necessary, furnish a factory made lengths to
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fit the job. The sprinkler shall be 5 mm glass bulb type, standard response,
standard coverage, 1207 kpa rating and 1 inch (25 mm) inlet connection.
C. Quick Response Sprinkler
1. Exposed Sprinklers – Quick Response, UL Listed / FM Approved
a. Exposed sprinklers shall be glass bulb operated, quick response, upright or pendent
type automatic sprinklers as indicated on the drawings with chrome finish.
Temperature rating shall be 570C to 770C at 1725 kpa.
2. Horizontal Sidewall Sprinklers – Quick Response (Light Hazard areas only), where
coverage more than the requirement of the standard coverage sprinkler head the extended
coverage sprinkler head shall be provided, UL Listed / FM Approved
a. Horizontal sidewall sprinklers shall be glass bulb operated, quick response

horizontal sidewall sprinkler rated at 570C to 770C. Sprinkler shall be chrome
plated and/or the colour shall be approved by the Architect.
3. Concealed Sprinklers – Quick Response, UL Listed / FM Approved
a. Concealed sprinklers shall be glass bulb type, quick response, standard coverage
and includes a unique 2 piece base elements / cover assembly at 570C temperature
rating, that will accommodate the pendent type sprinkler head at 680C temperature
rating oriented in the ceiling opening. The flat cover plate of the sprinkler head
(which is normally soldered to the retainer at three points) once exposed to heat
from a fire shall fall away to expose the sprinkler assembly. Once the 3 mm glass
bulb rated temperature is reached, the fluid inside the bulb expands sufficiently to
shatter and activate the sprinkler allowing flow of water. Colour finish shall be
approved by the Architect.
4. Semi-Recessed Sprinklers – Quick Response, UL Listed / FM Approved
a. Semi-recessed sprinklers shall be glass bulb operated type, quick response, rated at
1725 kpa at 680C and be fitted with suitable recessed escutcheon. Colour shall be
approved by the Architect.
5. Dry Pendent Sprinklers – Quick Response, UL Listed / FM Approved
a. Dry pendent sprinklers shall be used where pendent sprinkler are exposed to
freezing temperature like walk-in coolers / freezers as indicated in the drawings
with chrome finish plated finish and chrome adjustable escutcheon subject to the
approval of the Architect. Temperature rating shall be 740C.
6. Window Sprinklers
a. Window sprinklers shall be glass bulb operated, quick response, (either pendent or
sidewall). Colour finish shall be approved by the Architect. Temperature rating
shall be 680C. Use standard flush type escutcheon at glazing near cafeteria and
deep style at glazing of atrium area.
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D. Sprinkler Type Application Schedule
1. The following schedule shall be used to determine which type of sprinkler should be
installed in a given area.
ROOM TYPE CEILING TYPE SPRINKLER TYPE
Parking Exposed-Lay-In Upright
Parking Ramps Lay-in Sidewall
Mechanical Room Exposed-Lay-In Upright
Offices Lay-In Recessed Pendent
Toilet rooms Lay-In Recessed Pendent
Corridors Dry wall Recessed Pendent
Interstitial Spaces Exposed Upright
Stairwells Exposed Sidewall
Vestibule Dry wall; Lay-In Recessed Pendent
Storage Exposed Upright
Elevator Lobby Dry wall; Lay-In Recessed Pendent
Escalator Lobby Dry wall; Lay-In Recessed Pendent
Loading Docks Lay-In Upright
Hotel Lobbies Dry wall; Lay-In Concealed
Hotel Rooms Lay-in Sidewall
Restaurants Dry wall; Lay-In Concealed
Mullion or Butt Lay-in Window

Jointed Glazing
Assemblies
2. The sprinkler heads shall be of the spray pattern installed in an upright position or
pendent position as may be required where indicated in the drawing.
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3. Installed in areas without false ceiling: Provide Upright / Pendent Sprinkler, Glass bulb
sprinkler head, 13 mm orifice and color finish shall be as per Architect’s approval. The
sprinkler shall be UL / FM approved.
4. Horizontal Side Wall Sprinkler: The automatic sprinklers designed for installation along
with a wall or lintel. The sprinkler shall be glass bulb type and shall have UL / FM
approval.
5. Horizontal Side Wall Extended coverage sprinkler covering 7300 mm shall use 20 mm
orifice with ¾” NPT inlet.
6. Spare Sprinklers: A set of spare sprinkler heads shall be provided in a Spare Sprinkler
cabinet together with sprinkler wrenches / spanners as mentioned elsewhere in this
specification.
2.7 LANDING VALVES
A. Pressure Regulating Type Landing Valve
1. Pressure regulating type landing valve shall be installed where valve outlet pressure
exceeds 7 bars. The valve shall be factory calibrated to supply minimum flow of 945 lpm
at a pressure of 7 bars at the valve outlet. The valve shall be UL/ FM Approved or KITE
mark approved. The body shall be cast brass with 65 mm diameter female threaded inlet,
internal pressure regulator and 65 mm nominal diameter and female instantaneous outlet
to BS 336.
2.8 FIRE HOSE
A. Fire hose shall be UL Listed & FM Approved for 65 mm (2-1/2”) diameter and 40 mm (1-1/2”)
diameter and minimum of 30 mtr. (100 ft.) long. Fire hose shall be 100% polyester double
jacket with synthetic rubber lining. Specifically designed for where abrasion resistance and high
pressure are being considered. 100% virgin polyester yarn in both the wrap, inner jacket twill
weave, plain waive on outer jacket, with applicable coupling to adopt the Local Fire Brigade
connections.
B. Rubber hose 25mm (1”) shall be Non-kink rubber, hose shall have three ply with two synthetic
rubber layers, a textile reinforcement and working pressure of 15 bar.
2.9 COUPLINGS
A. Hose coupling shall be Gunmetal, chrome plated, instantaneous design to BS 336, Listed, KITE
mark or LPCB approved.
2.10 FIRE HOSE RACK
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A. Hose rack assembly shall be polyester coated steel, swivel type with water retention device and
pins for 40 mm. diameter at 30 m long hose. Provide escutcheon, rack nipple and hose coupling.
Rack shall be UL 47 approved.
2.11 FIRE HOSE REEL
A. The hose reel drum shall be made of stainless steel with the cabinet supported with reinforced
support arm, shall be chrome plated and swing through 180 degrees. Welding of any part on
cabinet front shall not be allowed. The reels shall comply with BS-EN 671 and comprise a
reinforced rubber hose, 25 mm. diameter x 30 m long, coiled on a revolving drum. The outer
end of a hose shall be fitted with a “jet / spray / shut-off” control nozzle. The inner end of the
hose shall be connected through the reel to the water supply.
2.12 FIRE CABINETS
A. Cabinet shall be manufactured by an ISO-9001 manufacturing company and certified (e.g.

BVQI, LPCB, UL or any reputable certifying bodies).
B. Fire hose cabinets, hose, valves, nozzle and coupling shall be approved and listed intended for
fire use and shall be in conformance with the requirement of the Authority Having Jurisdiction
(JAFZA-EHS Fire Protection / Dubai Civil Defence). Fire hose cabinets shall be provided
according to its type as shown on the drawings and in accordance with the specification.
C. Where floor areas having block work enclosure fire hose cabinets shall be recessed frameless
type (Door & Architrave) as per the Architect drawings. Door shall be made of 1.2 mm thick
stainless steel design to hold the cladding of the same finish of wall. Hinges shall be solid pin
type machined from steel rods and welded to cabinet door. The cladding finish shall be of the
same material of the wall and to the approval of the Architect.
D. Recessed fire hose cabinet shall be of 1.2 mm thick electro galvanized steel sheet. Fabricated
that all joints shall be welded and ground smooth. Architrave trimming shall be 100 mm depth
of the same finish of the door. Hinges shall be solid pin type machined from steel rods and
welded to cabinet door. Cabinet shall be electro static powder coated painted, to RAL finish and
to the Architects approval. Cabinets shall be installed as shown in the drawing and where
applicable.
E. All fire hose / valve cabinet used in the through penetration fire rated wall shall be UL fire rated
cabinets with insulation materials and UL classified to restore firestop around penetration.
F. Surface mounted fire hose cabinet shall be 1.5 mm thick electro galvanized steel / 1.2 Stainless
Steel 316 sheet. Fabricated that all joints shall be welded and ground smooth. Hinges shall be
solid pin type machined from steel rods and welded to cabinet door. Cabinet shall be electro
static powder coated painted, to RAL (Fire Red) and to the Architect’s approval. Cabinets shall
be installed as shown in the drawing and where applicable.
G. All fire hose / valve cabinets shall be clearly marked to indicate its contents, letters shall be red
and shall be 65 mm in height. Visibly identified as per the requirement of NFPA 14 - 2007
(Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems) and to the approval of the Authority Having
Jurisdiction (JAFZA-EHS Fire Protection / Dubai Civil Defence).
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Contents of Fire hose cabinets according to its type are as follows:
1. FHC-1
a. 65 mm nom. dia. Landing valve
2. FHC-2
a. Hose rack with 40 mm dia. x 30 m long hose with couplings, angle valve and
adjustable nozzle.
b. 65 mm dia. x 30 m long hose with instantaneous couplings and nozzle.
c. Water fire extinguisher, 9 litres capacity
d. CO2 fire extinguisher, 5 kgs. Capacity
3. FHC-R (Recessed mounted)
adjustable nozzle.
b. 65 mm dia. Pressure reducing type landing valve
c. 65 mm dia. x 30 m long hose with instantaneous couplings and nozzle.
d. Water fire extinguisher, 9 litres capacity
e. CO2 fire extinguisher, 5 kgs. Capacity
4. FHC-S (Surface mounted)
adjustable nozzle.
5. FHC-4 (Free Standing)
adjustable nozzle.
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2.13 PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
A. The Water Fire Extinguisher shall have a Kite mark approval and shall comply with BS-EN3
standard. The cylinder shall be special CRCA sheet with Argon / CO2 welding process and
factory tested to 30 bar. Provide Water fire extinguisher of 9 ltr. capacity and the rating shall be
21A.
B. The Carbon Dioxide Fire Extinguishers shall have a KITE mark approval and shall comply with
BS EN3 standards. The cylinder shall be made of high grade steel and shall have high gloss
polyester finish. The cylinders shall be tested to 250 bar. Provide CO2 fire extinguishers of 5
kgs. capacity and the rating shall be 55B.
C. The Dry powder Fire Extinguishers shall have a KITE mark approval and shall comply with BS
EN3 standards. The cylinder shall be made special cold rolled steel sheet with Argon / CO2
welding process and the rising pipe shall be made of Aluminium. The cylinder shall have a
minimum working pressure of 14 bar. Provide Dry powder fire extinguishers of 6 kgs. capacity
with 34A & 183B rating.
D. The Wet Chemical Fire Extinguishers shall have a KITE mark approval and shall comply with
BS 7937 standards. The cylinder shall be tested to 15 bar and shall have a safety valve to
provide maximum safety. The capacity shall be 6 litres with 75F / 13A ratings. They shall be
provided in all kitchen areas, if indicated in the drawing.
2.14 FIRE BLANKETS
A. Provide fire blankets in kitchens where indicated in the drawings. Fire blankets shall have a BS
Kite mark and shall be LPCB approved. Fire blanket shall be manufactured from 430 gm/sq. m
glass fibre material which shall withstand temperature up to 5500C. The size shall be (1200 mm)
4 ft x (1200 mm.) 4 ft. or (1200 mm) 4 Ft. x (1800 mm) 6 ft as indicated on the drawings.
2.15 FIRE BRIGADE BREECHING INLETS
A. The Breeching Inlet connection shall be of horizontal pattern having a 100 mm / 150 mm
flanged outlet and 65 mm diameter instantaneous male inlets complete with blank caps and
chains. A non-return (check) valve shall be provided to protect the inlets. The coupling shall
comply with BS 336. The Breeching inlet shall have BSI KITE mark approval and shall be
housed in a box with wired glass door. Construction material for the cabinet shall be polished
stainless steel. Breeching inlet location shall be accessible and as per approval of Authority
Having Jurisdiction (JAFZA-EHS Fire Protection / Dubai Civil Defence).
2.16 AUTOMATIC AIR RELIEF VALVES
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A. Air release valve shall be made of copper alloy to BS 1400. The valve shall be 25 mm diameter
size and tested to 2415 KPa.
2.17 FIRE PROTECTION VALVES
A. All Fire protection valves shall be UL listed and FM approved with 1200 kpa minimum
pressure rating. Valve shall have 2070 kpa pressure rating if valves are components of high
pressure piping system.
B. Valves controlling water flow in fire protection piping shall be O.S&Y (Outside Screw & Yoke)
type with tamper switch, except as noted, and shall be UL Listed and FM approved.
C. All Fire protection service valves (Gate valve, Check valves & Butterfly valves) shall be from
one source.
D. Gate valve shall be OS& Y type or Non-rising type, resilient seated as indicated in the drawing.
Sizes up to 50 mm and below shall be threaded type. The valve body shall be cast bronze and
wheel shall be cast iron. The valve shall be UL listed and rated for 1207 kpa working pressure.
Use 2070 kpa pressure rating if valves are components of high pressure piping.
E. Sizes 65 mm dia. and above shall be Cast Iron OS&Y / Non-rising flanged type Gate valves
where indicated. The valve body shall be cast iron. The valve shall be UL listed / FM approved
and rated for 1207 kpa working pressure (or 1380 / 1725 kpa where required).
F. Use class 1725 kpa OS&Y gate valves where required. The valve body shall be cast iron and
shall be designed & manufactured according to AWWA standards.
G. Check valves shall be swinging type or split clapper type with flanged / grooved ends. The
valve body shall be cast iron. The valve shall be UL listed / FM approved and rated for 1380
kpa working pressure (or 2070 kpa where required).
H. Use class 1725 / 2070 kpa check valves where required. The valve body shall be cast steel and
shall be designed & manufactured according to AWWA standards.
I. Butterfly valves shall be wafer type or Grooved type with built-in valve tamper switch. The
valve body shall be made of bronze material and stainless steel disc & stem. The valve shall be
UL listed / FM approved and rated for 1207 kpa working pressure. Use 2070 kpa pressure rating
if the valve is a component of a high pressure piping.
J. Globe type valve shall be bronze, 1207 kpa pressure rating, UL / FM approved. Use 2070 kpa
pressure rating if valve is a component of high pressure piping.
K. Y–Type Strainer. Shall be rated at 300 psi ( 2065Kpa) Y - Type Strainer consisting of Ductile
Iron Body, ASTM A-536 grade 65-45-12, Type 304 Stainless Steel cylindrical removable
baskets with 1/16” perforations and 41% open area for 2” - 3” strainer size. 1/8” (3.2mm)
diameter perforations and 40% open area 4” - 12” strainer size.
L. Suction Diffuser. Shall be Grooved End type rated at 300 psi, Ductile Iron Body , ASTM A-395
grade 65-45-15 body with base support boss. Diffuser of 304 Stainless Steel with 5/32” (4mm)
diameter holes for 3” - 12”. Removable start up prefilter 20 mesh 304 Stainless steel screen.
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Provide connections for pressure measurement and drain. Access coupling style 07, flange
ANSI Class 150 standard.
M. Riser Check Valve. Shall be Grooved type Riser check valve, Black Enamel Painted, Ductile
Iron Body to ASTM A536 grade 65-45-12 4” - 8”, Grade “E” EPDM encapsulated Ductile Iron
disc, stainless steel spring and shaft, rated to 300 psi (2070 kpa). Suitable for Anti Hammer
service and horizontal or vertical installation. Provide drilled, tapped and plugged stream for 2”
drainage outlet and ½” pressure taps both upstream and downstream of disc. UL listed and FM
approved.
N. Flexible Joints: Flexible Couplings shall be installed at pump suction and discharge flanges to
reduce the noise and vibration. It shall be flanged end type rated at 150#, pipe ends shall be
carbon steel and 321 stainless with 304 stainless braided sheath corrugated hose. The flexible
joints shall be rated at 2380 kpa working pressure.
O. Building Expansion Joints: Flexible couplings shall be used to accommodate any movement in
the pipe due to Building expansion or contraction. A proper study and calculation needs to be
provided by the Manufacturer.
2.18 SUPERVISORY SWITCHES
A. Provide FM Approved tamper switches on all control valves. PIV switches shall be weather-
resistant and shall monitor target position. OS&Y switches shall monitor stem movement and
shall be complete with mounting J-bolts.
B. Electric valve supervision switches shall be installed for all internal (inside) and external
(outside) fire protection valves 2½ inches or larger. The devices shall be electrical, single-pole,
double-throw, with normally closed / open contacts and include design that signals controlled
valve is in other than normal position.
C. For wet pipe sprinkler systems, install a pressure operated water flow alarm initiation device,
unless otherwise noted on the contract drawings. All vane type water flow alarm initiation
devices shall be equipped with an adjustable delay of audible alarm initiation. Adjustment range
shall be from 0 to 120 seconds. Vane type water flow switch.
D. Water flow vane-type alarm initiation devices shall be labeled as to the correct orientation of
flow when mounted on system piping. When drilling of the system riser is necessary to mount
flow switch, the drilled out disc (coupon) shall be retrieved and attached to the mounting u-bolt
of the flow switch.
E. Where pressure operated water flow alarm initiation devices are used, any valve installed
upstream of the device on the alarm line shall be electrically supervised. Pressure operated
alarm initiation devices shall be an electrical-supervision type, water-flow switch with retard
feature. The device shall include single-pole, double-throw, normally closed contacts and
design that operates on rising pressure and signals water flow.
F. A vane-type water flow alarm initiation device shall be installed on the air gap drain for all
reduced pressure backflow prevention devices.
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G. Pressure Switch: System Sensor Alarm. Contact ratings 10A @ 125/250 vac or 2.5A @ 6/12/24
vdc. Working pressure 250 psi and max adjustment range 4-20 psi, differential pressure to be 3
psi, UL 4x & Nema 4 rated for indoor and outdoor use.
H. Low-pressure supervision shall be installed on all dry pipe systems and be connected into the
Fire Alarm System.
I. Any device that is to be installed in a hazardous location defined by NFPA 70 - 2007 shall be
rated for occupancy.
2.19 GAUGES
A. Pressure gauges shall be UL listed and labelled, minimum 3-1/2 inch dial, liquid filled type,
moisture proof weather resistant, 0 - 300 psi scale, 5 psi increments.
2.20 FOAM BLADDER TANK
A. Foam bladder tank as a component of Balance Pressure Foam System shall be UL listed and FM
approved. The tank shell shall be constructed of steel complying ASME specifications, tensile
strength not less than 70,000 psi. The circumferential, as well as the longitudinal body seam
shall be machine welded. Bladder shall be manufactured of a vinyl based polymer, or a
polyester reinforced copolymer. The bladder material shall have an ASTM D-412 tensile
strength of at least 3000 psi and ann ASTM D-624 Graves tear strength of at least 420 psi.
2.21 STEEL PIPES & FITTINGS
A. All pipes shall be Galvanized steel, Seamless or Electric Resistance Welded, conform to ASTM
A-53, Schedule 40, Grade B.
B. Sprinkler and fire fighting specialty fittings shall be UL listed & FM approved, with 175 psig
(1200 kpa) minimum working pressure rating and made of materials compatible with piping.
Specialty fittings shall have 300 psig (2070 kpa) working pressure if fittings are components of
high pressure.
C. Threaded Fittings: Fittings for 50 mm diameter and below shall be 2070 kpa Ductile Iron
threaded type. All fittings shall be and UL / FM approved.
D. Fittings 65 mm diameter and above shall be mechanical roll grooved type. Grooved fittings
shall be UL / FM approved. Use 2070 kpa or 3450 kpa rated fittings as per system pressure. All
mechanical coupling shall be rigid type, except in areas where subject to seismic forces a
flexible mechanical coupling shall be used.
E. When pipes are assembled by screwed fittings or by roll grooved, the minimum thickness
required shall withstand to a pressure of 2070 kpa.
F. Bushing / hexagonal reducers shall not be used. Only concentric type reducer are acceptable.
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G. All piping and fittings shall be painted with primer coat and painted finish with fire protection
red per NFPA requirements.
H. All painting of sprinkler system shall be complete and as specified under painting specification.
I. All piping crossing building expansion joints shall be provided with flexible joint fitting 600
mm away from the building expansion joint.
J. All system piping shall be provided with flushing connection with readily removable fitting at
the end of the cross main pipe.
2.22 PIPE SLEEVES AND ESCUTCHEON PLATES
A. Provide sleeves for piping passing through walls, floors, roofs, equipment, structural members,
and other building components. Where a pipe passes thru holes in platforms, foundations, walls
or floors, sleeves shall be provided with sizes nominally 50 mm larger than the pipe that pass
thru for 25 mm up to 80 mm diameter and 100 mm larger than the pipe that passes thru for 100
mm up to larger. Sleeves shall be securely fastened to the assembly penetrated.
1. Through penetration of fire resistive rated walls;
a. Annular space between sleeves and pipes shall be protected by an approved

penetration fire stop system installed and tested in accordance with ASTM E814,
with minimum positive pressure differential of 0.01 inch of water and shall have an
F rating of not less than the required fire resistive rating of the wall penetration.
b. Sealant in one and two hour walls shall be UL listed and installed in accordance
with manufacturer’s printed instructions.
c. Shall comply with latest DCD requirements
2. Through penetration of fire resistive rated floor and floor assemblies
a. Annular space between sleeves and pipes shall be protected by an approved

through penetration fire stop system installed and tested in accordance with
ASTM-E814, with a minimum positive pressure differential of 0.25 mm of water.
The system shall have an F and a T rating of not less than one hour but not less
than the required rating of the floor penetration.
b. Sealant in one and two hour walls shall be UL listed and installed in accordance
with manufacturer’s printed instructions.
c. Shall comply with latest DCD requirements
B. Schedule of Sleeve Materials
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Sleeve Type Sleeve Material

1
1.3 mm galvanized steel.
2
Std. weight galvanized steel pipe.
Std. weight galvanized steel pipe with a continuously welded water stop of
3
6.5 mm steel plate extending a minimum of 50 mm from the outside of the
sleeve.
4
Cast iron pipe sleeve with center flange.
Std. weight galvanized steel pipe with flashing clamp device welded to pipe
5
sleeve or watertight sleeves with oakum and lead caulking as required, or
approved equivalent.
6
Metal deck and wall sleeves.
C. Escutcheon Plates
1. Schedule of Escutcheon Plate Materials
Location Escutcheon Plate Material
Finished spaces Anodized aluminium or chrome-plated brass

Unfinished spaces Plain brass, cast iron or aluminium
D. Schedule of Sleeve Caulking and Packing
Caulking/Packing Type Caulking / Packing Requirements
1 Space between pipe and sleeve shall be packed with mineral wool
and caulked watertight with fire rated caulking.
Space between pipe or pipe covering and sleeve shall be caulked

2 with a non-combustible permanently waterproof, non-staining, fire
proof compound leaving a smooth, finished appearance to match
existing.
3 Rubber mechanical jointed watertight seals
2.23 PIPE HANGERS
A. The components of hanger assembly that directly attach to the pipe or the structure shall be UL
listed / FM approved.
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B. All hangers shall be made of steel. Hangers shall be Galvanized and UL / FM approved. The
spacing of the hanger supports shall be complying with NFPA 13 – 2007 (Installation of
Sprinkler Systems) requirement.
C. Piping shall be hung with hangers and supports independent of any other hangers, support
systems, or devices. Non related materials may not be suspended from or attached to sprinkler
piping or components.
D. Powder driven supports or anchor shall not be used. Do not mix piping material and hanger
material of dissimilar metals.
E. Riser pipe shall be provided with trust force arrest pipe support (for vertical run) / hanger
(horizontal run) to minimize pipe sway.
2.24 FIRE PUMPS, GENERAL (For Sprinkle & Standpipe System)
A. Fire pump set shall consist of Main fire pump, Stand-by fire pump and Pressure Maintenance
Pump (Jockey pump) with dedicated Controllers and ancillaries.
B. General Description: UL 448, factory-assembled and tested, centrifugal fire pump capable of
furnishing not less than 150 percent of rated capacity flow at not less than 65 percent of total
rated head and with shut-off head limited to 140 percent of total rated head.
1. Finish: Manufacturer’s standard red paint applied to factory-assembled and tested

unit before shipping.
2. Nameplate: Complete with capacities, characteristics, and other pertinent technical

data.
C. Equipment like Fire Pumps, Jockey Pumps, Fire Pumps Driver, Fire Pumps Controllers and Fire
Pumps Accessories shall be UL listed / FM approved and shall be to the approval of the
JAFZA-EHS Fire Protection / Dubai Civil Defence.
D. Components such as fuses, contactors, indicators, timers, etc. which may require replacement in
future, shall be products of the same standard / manufacture as that of the electrical works of the
project.
E. Equipment like fire pumps, jockey pumps and the control panels shall have local dealers /
representatives certified to check, test, adjust and commission the equipment.
F. Fire pumps shall be Single-Stage Horizontally Mounted Split Case Fire Pumps: Double Suction
Type with pump driver mounted on the same base.
G. Materials of Construction:
1. Pump Casing : Axially split cast iron casing with suction and discharge
flanges machined to ASME B16.1 Class
2. Impeller : Bronze of construction to match fire pump, statically and

dynamically balance and keyed to shaft.
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3. Shaft and Sleeve : Stainless Steel
4. Shaft Bearing : Grease lubricated ball bearing in cast iron housing
5. Case wearing ring : Bronze
6. Seal : Stuffing box with minimum of four rings of graphite

Impregnated braided yarn and bronze packing gland
7. Base plate : Fabricated Steel – Inertia base frame with restrained spring
vibration isolators.
H. Accessories: Air bleed off valve, compound gauge at suction and pressure gauge at discharge,
casing pressure relief valve and flexible connections at suction and discharge.
I. Capacity: See schedules on drawings for nominal flow and pressure ratings. Pumps shall have
name plate stating these parameters, permanently attached to the casing.
2.25 MAIN FIRE PUMPS SHALL BE ELECTRIC MOTOR DRIVEN AND STAND BY FIRE
PUMP SHALL BE DIESEL ENGINE DRIVEN– UL Listed and FM Approved
A. Fire pumps shall be UL – Listed / FM Approved and consist of Main fire pump (Electric motor
driven), Stand-by fire pump (Diesel engine driven) and Pressure Maintenance Pump (Jockey
Pump) with dedicated Controllers and ancillaries., complying with NFPA 20 – 2007
(Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection) and NFPA 70 -2007 (National Electrical
Code) and Dubai Civil Defense. Include wiring compatible with controller used.
B. Electrical motor, type and construction shall be as follows:
1. Type : Squirrel cage induction, delta wound

2. Enclosure : Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled (TEFC)
3. Service factor : 1.15
4. Power factor : 0.85 Minimum at full load
5. Insulation : Class F
6. Temperature rise : Class B
7. Electrical supply : 400 v / 3 ph / 50 Hz
C. Suitable for use in indoor or outdoor applications involving severe duty conditions such as high
humidity or salty atmospheres, 500C ambient temperature.
D. Vibration: Motor balance and vibration shall meet NEMA standards MG 1- 12.06 & 1.
E. Motor power rating: See schedules on drawings for motor power ratings. The motor shall be
rated for continuous operation at 150% of the pump nominal flow. Additional capacity available
from motor service factors exceeding unit may be used in working out the motor power ratings
in limiting cases. The motor acceleration period shall not exceed 10 seconds.
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F. Motor shall be derated due to altitude and temperature in accordance to NEMA MG-1, Motors
and Generators, Part 14.
2.26 FIRE PUMP CONTROLLERS
A. Electric Driven Fire Pump Controller
1. The transfer switch fire pump controller shall be designed and built strictly in accordance
with the latest requirements of the National Fire Protection Association's Pamphlet No.
20 – latest edition.
2. The controller shall be a factory assembled and tested combination transfer switch fire
pump controller that is listed and approved for fire protection service by Underwriters
Laboratories (UL) and Factory Mutual Research (FM).
3. It shall be comprised of modular chassis with plug-in printed circuit boards (conformal
coated), relays, and connectors, and shall be securely latched or locked in place. The
controller shall be provided with a facility to download data to a laptop computer via 25-
pin RS 232 connector.
4. Control power shall be 24 VDC and shall be derived from 3 independent, electrostatically
shielded, control power transformers with redundant isolated rectifier circuits.
5. The controller shall have a dielectric strength of 5000 VAC for increased immunity to
voltage surges. Control logic shall be "air gap" isolated from control power until a start
demand is received for additional protection from line surges.
6. Power for the circuit breaker shunt trip solenoid shall be derived from three transformers
and shall be completely independent of any one single phase A.C. voltage.
7. Controller shall be provided with a digital readout that can be read with the door in close
position and the motor running shall also be provided indicating the three line to line
voltages, the minimum of any voltages, the three phase currents, and the maximum of
any currents. Accuracy of the meter (is better than 2% or 2 digits) shall be shown in a
calibration sheet, traceable to NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) and
both the Normal and Emergency sources shall also be read.
8. Individual status indicator shall be visible through the door indicating Pressure start,
Remote start, Local start, Restart timing, Breaker timing, Sequence Start timing,
Accelerate timing, Commit to Run status, Lockout status, Full Voltage Run status and
Minimum Run status. The start LED’s shall be latched-on until the pump is stopped.
9. Provide instant “On” control circuitry which is capable of starting the fire pump
immediately after power is applied and a fixed 2-second re-start delay to reduce motor
back EMF before power is re-applied.
10. Provide a phase sequence switch in the controller capable of switching controller
sequence from ABC to CBA, and also a minimum run timer (On / Off switch) capable of
switching the controller from manual stop to a fixed ten (10) minutes minimum run.
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11. A Circuit breaker test switch (Three positions) shall also be available in the controller to
demonstrate the locked rotor and instantaneous protection (as required in NFPA 20 –
Latest edition). Simulation of the test current by the test switch will be displayed on the
digital display.
12. In order that the controller will not start the motor under single phase conditions when the
voltage on any phase is below 65% of the rated motor voltage, a phase smart logic shall
be provided, the same shall keep the motor running whenever any phase loss occurs when
motor is already in running condition.
13. Indications of Power Available, Phase Smart, Phase Reversal, Transfer Switch Normal,
Transfer Switch Emergency and Emergency Isolating Switch Open will be via local
visual signals arranged individually. All alarm indications shall use a long life LED light
bars. All “Failure alarms” shall be red, “Pump room trouble alarms” shall be amber, and
“Power on” shall be green. Power Available signal shall be indicated when the controller
line voltage is less than 85% of the controller rated voltage on any or all phases.
Supervision of Emergency Isolating Switch in Open position shall be by alarm bell
having a noise level of 92 dB.
14. Indications of AC Power Failure, Phase Reversal, Motor Running, Transfer Switch
Emergency, and Emergency Isolating Switch Open shall be provided via SPDT remote
contacts.
15. A pressure switch with hydraulic hose rated at 1200 psi working pressure and 1/2” dia.
FNPT bulkhead fitting on a removable bracket mounted in the controller door opening
shall be plumbed outside of the enclosure.
16. In order to prevent opening of the normal source until after the emergency source is
opened, an interlock (mechanically operated) shall be provided between the normal and
emergency isolating switches.
17. Controller enclosure shall not exceed 1475 mm in width and 1905 mm in height suitable
for floor mounting and baked on fire engine red paint finish. Enclosure shall be NEMA
12 (dust tight), NEMA 4 operators, and all pushbuttons and signal lights are in full size.
18. The controller shall be a combined automatic / non-automatic, and shall provide Primary
Reactor Reduced voltage starting using low power factor reactors.
19. "Pressure/Alarm Switch", "Scroll Switch" and "Check-in Switch" shall be provided. The
switches shall be accessible even if the controller door is in closed position. The switches
shall display the history of pressures / alarms, scrolls the recorded data and records the
date and time respectively.
20. The controller shall be provided with a pressure and alarm recorder built in the door and
shall operate independent of any single phase power condition, and has also its own
regulated power supply completely independent to the controller’s automatic circuitry. In
case of AC power loss and/or controller circuitry failure, the recorder shall be provided
with a battery to support a minimum of 12 hours continuous recording into separate
memory buffers, the last 350 alarms points or controller status light emitting diode in
static, last 4000 pressure points, non-volatile and solid state memory without moving
parts. Indicators shall also be provided to indicate the status of the serial port, transducer,
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recorder and modem. During recorder initiation, it shall perform self checks of hardware
and coded troubles. All pump house alarm points, controller alarm points, and controller
status LED’s shall be recorded when they occur. Every data point shall be time and date
stamped down to the second and shall be capable of being transmitted in ASCII over an
RS-232 serial link. The serial link shall be compatible with standard laptop computer
COM ports and standard dial-up smart modems. The recorder shall be provided with a
built-in smart modem suitable for a standard dial-up telephone line. It shall be both
password protected and have a manual security switch to prevent unauthorized access,
and shall also be capable of operating directly on a local area network (LAN), a wide area
network (WAN), or the internet with the addition of a TCP/IP server as supplied by the
controller manufacturer. Custom communication software shall be provided to download
all the recorded data from the Paperless Recorder, plot the pressure data, display the
alarm data, and step through the data on a second by second basis. It shall be capable of
communicating through either WAN, LAN or Internet. The software shall run on
Windows 95 or Windows 98 operating systems. Data Master Data Retrieval and Archival
Service shall be available with the paperless recorder. This monthly fee-based service
shall contact the paperless recorder, automatically retrieve the data and generate monthly
deficiency reports. It shall be capable of E-mailing text-based critical alarm messages to a
registered cell phone, pager or computer. Additionally, all historical data shall be retained
electronically, for the customer to view on the World Wide Web. The recorder shall be
provided with a network interface. This interface shall use the TCP/IP protocol and be
suitable for a local area network (LAN), a wide area network (WAN), or the internet.
21. A four (4) row display unit, 160 characters displaying current pressure, date and time
shall be provided through the door of the controller. Pressure readings shall be sampled
and recorded, as recommended by the manufacturer.
22. The controller shall be equipped with dual independent pressure switches. One shall be
mechanically actuated and the other shall be digital. The digital pressure switch shall
have start and stop settings that can be set to the nearest 1.0 psi. These settings shall be
readable through the door.
23. A weekly test timer shall be provided to automatically open a drain valve solenoid to
drop the system pressure and start the fire pump. After 15 minutes, the fire pump shall
automatically shut off.
24. Two drop-out type remote start relays shall be provided. One for shall be provided for
automatic starting devices and one for manual pushbutton stations. Remote manual
starting pushbutton stations shall not be delayed by sequence start and shall require
manual stop.
25. A pump running LED light bar shall be provided to indicate when the pump is running
and the motor current is greater than 20% of the motor's FLA.
26. Additional SPDT contacts shall be provided for Phase reversal contacts in addition to the
set required by NFPA 20, Failure to Start LED light bar to indicate when a start signal is
received /and the motor current is less than 20% FLA after a field settable time delay of
approximately 20, 40, 80, or 160 seconds, Transfer Switch Emergency Source Position,
Emergency Isolation Switch Open, Pump Running, AC Failure, and Pump Room
Trouble,
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27. A built-in alarm system shall provide audible indication of Loss of Main A.C. Power,
Phase Reversal, and Motor Running. A 92 dB vibrating alarm bell with an alarm silence
switch shall be the audible means. The audible alarm shall be powered from the
controller power and a separate 120 VAC supervisory power source. Visual indication of
Supervisory Power On shall be provided.
28. Visual alarms and a common SPDT remote contact shall be provided in the controller to
signal the AC voltage low.
29. A precision low voltage sensor and LED light bar shall be provided with SPDT contacts
to indicate when the line voltage drops below 85% of controller rated voltage during
motor starting or 95% during motor running.
B. CERTIFICATES
1. An Underwriters Laboratories (UL) certificate of compliance verifying electromagnetic

compatibility (EMC) with other equipment and immunity from other equipment shall be
supplied.
2. Factory test data certificate shall be provided to verify that the following tests have been
performed;
a. Visual inspection.
b. Operational test.
c. Plumbing leakage test at the maximum system pressure.
d. Pressure switch accuracy test.
e. 5000 volt dielectric voltage withstand test.
f. 125% thermal power path test.
g. 300% no trip test conducted through the entire power path.
h. 600% locked rotor test conducted through the entire power path.
C. WARRANTY
1. The manufacturer's warranty certificate for the entire controller shall cover parts and
labour for a period of 2 years and parts for a period of 5 years. In addition, a guarantee
shall be provided to cover parts damaged by transient voltage surges, including lightning,
up to a maximum period of 5 years.
2.27 FIRE PUMP ACCESSORIES AND SPECIALTIES
A. Match fire pump suction and discharge ratings as required for fire-pump capacity rating. Include
the following:
1. Automatic air-release valve
2. Circulation relief valve
3. Suction and discharge pressure gauges.
4. Eccentric tapered reducer at discharge outlet
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5. Concentric tapered reducer at discharge outlet.
6. Ball Drip Valve: UL 1726
7. Finish: Manufacturer’s standard factory-applied red paint unless brass or other finish is
specified.
2.28 FIRE PUMP REMOTE ALARM PANEL
A. A U.L. listed remote alarm panel shall be provided at a point of constant attendance. Factory-
assembled and wired remote alarm panel complying with UL 508 and requirements in NFPA 20
– 2007 (Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection). The remote alarm panel shall be
located in the Fire Command Room mounted in the wall. Include audible and visible alarms
matching fire pump controller.
B. The alarm circuitry shall consist of fully repetitive alarm circuitry which closes to alarm. It shall
operate at 24 VDC derived from each A.C. input.
C. Audible and visual alarms shall be provided to indicate all of the alarm contacts provided on the
fire pump controller.
D. A momentary Alarm Silence switch shall be provided.
E. Remote Start Pushbutton.
F. Enclosure: NEMA 250, NEMA Type 12/4/4X, remote wall mounting type.
1. Finish: Manufacturer’s standard red paint applied to factory-assembled and tested unit
before shipping
2.29 FLOW METERING DEVICE
A. Description: Fire pump flow meter device that will indicate flow reading not less than 175
percent of fire pump rated capacity. Include sensor of size to match pipe, tubing, flow meter,
fittings and Globe type (UL / FM) Throttle valve.
1. FMG-Approved Manufacturers as per list.
2. UL-Listed manufacturers as per list.
3. Pressure Rating: 175 psig (1200 KPa) minimum.
4. Sensor: Venturi, annubar probe, or orifice plate, unless otherwise indicated.
5. Flow Meter: Compatible with flow sensor, the dial not less than 4-1/2 inches (115 mm) in
diameter or manufacturer’s equivalent size.
6. Permanently Mounted Flow Meter: Suitable for wall mounting with copper tubing to
connect to flow sensor.
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7. Portable Flow meter: With two 12 foot (3.7 m) hoses, in carrying case.
2.30 PRESSURE MAINTENANCE PUMP (Jockey Pump)
A. Pressure Maintenance Pump – General: Factory assembled and tested pump with electric motor
driver, controller, accessories and specialties. Pump shall include cast iron or stainless steel
casing, bronze or stainless steel impellers, mechanical seals and suction / discharge flanges
machined to ASME B16.1, Class 125 dimensions unless Class 250 flanges are indicated and
except that connections may be threaded in sizes where flanges are not available.
1. Finish : Manufacturer’s standard colour paint applied to factory

assembled and tested unit before shipping.
2. Nameplate : Complete with capacity, characteristics and other pertinent data.
B. Regenerative Turbine, Pressure Maintenance Pump : Close-coupled type complying with HI

1.1-1.2 and HI 1.3 requirements for regenerative turbine centrifugal pumps, including base.
1. Driver : NEMA MD-1, TEFC, squirrel cage induction motor complying

with NFPA 20 – 2007 (Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire
Protection) and NFPA 70 – 2007 (National Electrical Code). Include
wiring compatible with the controller used.
C. Controller : UL 508, factory assembled, wired and tested, Across-the-line type

for combined automatic and manual operation.
1. Enclosure : UL 508, NEMA 250, Type 12/4/4X, wall mounted type for field
Electrical wiring
a. Finish : Manufacturer’s standard colour paint applied to factory assembled

and tested unit before shipping.
2. Rate controller for scheduled horsepower and include the following;
a. Fusible disconnect switch
b. Pressure switch
c. Hand-Off-Auto selector switch
d. Pilot light
e. Running period timer
D. Accessories and Specialties: Match pressure maintenance pump suction and discharge ratings as
required for pump capacity rating. Include the following:
1. Circulation relief valve
2. Suction and discharge pressure gauges
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2.31 PRESSURE GAUGES
A. Description: UL 393, 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 inch (90 to 115 mm) diameter dial with range of 0 to 300
psig (0 to 2070 KPA) minimum. Include caption “WATER” on dial face.
2.32 GROUT
A. Description: ASTM C 1107, factory-mixed and packaged, dry, hydraulic-cement, non-shrink

and non-metallic grout, suitable for interior and exterior applications.
1. Properties: Non-staining, non-corrosive and non-gaseous.
2. Design Mix: 50000 psi (34.5 MPa), 28 days compressive strength.
2.33 SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL
A. Test and inspect fire pumps with their controllers according to NFPA 20 for certified shop tests.
B. Verification of Performance: Rate fire pumps according to requirements indicated.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 RESPONSINILITIES
A. The Contractor is responsible for the installation of the fire protection system in accordance
with these specifications and the contract drawings. The Contractor shall coordinate with
architectural, mechanical, and electrical, design and construction documents, to ascertain the
required information, to affect a properly designed and installed sprinkler system for the
building construction and occupancy classification. The installation shall reflect high quality
professional work that properly accounts for practical maintenance concerns and aesthetics.
B. The installation of the fire protection systems shall be complete with all necessary accessories
for proper operation and shall be accomplished by a specialist fire fighting contractor or
licensed company regularly engaged in this type of work, and in accordance with requirements
of the National Fire Protection Association Standards (NFPA) and the Authority Having
Jurisdiction (JAFZA-EHS Fire Protection / Dubai Civil Defense).
C. The fire protection system installation shall be coordinated with the other trades (mechanical,
electrical and structural, etc.).
D. The installation shall comply with all mandatory, advisory interpretations, and recommended
applicable rules of the latest editions of the NFPA standards and the Authority Having
Jurisdiction (JAFZA-EHS Fire Protection / Dubai Civil Defense).
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3.2 ALARM CHECK VALVE
A. Alarm Check Valves shall be provided with internally and externally galvanized trim piping and
fittings, pressure gages, a retarding chamber, water motor gong, alarm switch, testing bypass,
and all necessary pipe, fittings and accessories.
B. The retarding chamber drain line shall be piped independently of the main drain line.
C. The drain line from the water motor gong shall be piped to discharge through the wall as close
to the grade line as possible.
D. Piping between the alarm check valve and a pressure actuated alarm initiating device shall be
galvanized piping not less than 3/8 inch nominal pipe size.
E. Piping supplying the retard chamber, water motor gong, and associated drains shall be
galvanized. Galvanized fittings are to be used where galvanized piping is required.
3.3 DRY PIPE VALVE
A. Proper operation of the Dry Pipe Valve depends upon its trim being installed in accordance with
manufacturer’s instruction.
B. Open clapper assembly prior to system hydrostatic test.
C. The dry pipe valve and associated trimmings shall be installed I a readily visibly and access able
location.
D. All nipple, fittings, and devices must be clean and free of scale and burrs before installation.
Use pipe thread sealant sparingly on male pipe threads only.
3.4 DELUGE VALVE
A. Proper operation of the Deluge Valve depends upon its trim being installed in accordance with
manufacturer’s instruction.
B. The dry pipe valve and associated trimmings shall be installed in a readily visibly and
accessible location.
C. All nipple, fittings, and devices must be clean and free of scale and burrs before installation.
Use pipe thread sealant sparingly on male pipe threads only.
3.5 SPRINKLERS
A. Accurately align sprinklers heads in hung ceiling areas symmetrically with diffusers, grilles,
lighting fixtures and ceiling tiles.
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B. Install heads in center tiles / coordinated with architectural design this may result in additional
heads which shall be provided at no additional cost unless otherwise indicated.
C. Sprinkler shall not be installed closer than 1800 mm apart.
D. Where suspended ceilings are installed, the sprinkler Contractor shall install pendent sprinklers
as shown on the reflected ceiling plans. Where these plans do not specify the location of the
pendent sprinklers, the Contractor shall obtain the original reflected ceiling plans, and design
sprinkler locations at least 150mm from ceiling tile edges, (dimension the location) and 750mm
from HVAC supply diffuser. If a sprinkler lands with in 750mm of the HVAC supply diffuser
the contractor shall install an intermediate temperature rated sprinkler. Locate sprinklers along
straight lines to the extent possible, follow a repetitive pattern. Pendent sprinklers shall be
installed by means of an approved flexible application (such as flex head or approved equal), or
Return bends from 25mm outlet tees in branch lines.
E. Sprinklers are required to be installed in elevator machine room and top / bottom of elevator
shaft.
F. Sprinklers are required to be installed beneath staircase mid-landing.
G. Garbage and linen chute shall be provided with sprinklers as per NFPA 13 and as shown /
detailed in the drawing.
3.6 FLOOR (ZONE) CONTROL ASSEMBLIES
A. The use of 65 mm nom. size valve with size adjustment spools shall be permitted up to 100 mm
nom. line size.
B. The system drain line shall be connected to the nearest drain (waste water or storm water
systems only).
3.7 FIRE CABINETS
A. Landing valve hose connection system for Class 1 shall be located in the mid-landing of the
stairway enclosure, with fire stopping material in the penetration of the recessed cabinet.
B. Hose Reel or Hose Rack shall be located in the corridor space adjacent to the stairway or space
adjacent to the stairway enclosure.
C. Provide fire rated framing of correct size, extending to the plaster finish on all recessed fire
cabinets.
D. Secure fire cabinets in wall by screws, at the frame.
E. Provide steel angle base supports for taking up the weight of cabinets installed in shaft walls.
F. Cut openings in fire cabinets using appropriate tools. Provide fire rated material grommets at
these openings to prevent rattling and entry of dust.
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G. Provide boxed sheet metal stiffeners or external, supporting steel framing for installing hose
reels and similar items.
3.8 AUTOMATIC AIR RELEASE VALVES
A. Provide access doors in shaft walls, where installed in inaccessible places. Provide drain pipe to
convenient location.
3.9 SWITCHES
A. Co-ordinate with the electrical works and ensures their connection with the building fire alarm
system.
3.10 LANDING VALVES
A. Schematic riser diagrams, clearly indicating the identification number of each landing valve,
their elevations with respect to the pump center line and the maximum pump discharge pressure
etc. shall be furnished to the manufacturer of pressure reducing type valves for a the purpose of
calibrating these landing valves.
B. Pressure reducing type landing valves installed at site, shall be calibrated at the factory and
sealed and tagged to this effect.
3.11 PIPINGS
A. Pitch sprinkler piping to main and auxiliary drain outlets to provide for complete drainage.
Number of drain outlets shall be kept to a minimum.
B. Install piping approximately as indicated and modify to suit building conditions and to avoid
interference with other trades. Maintain access to all pipes and duct work and maintain required
pitch.
C. Sloped branch pipe to drain back to cross main pipe and sloped cross main pipe to drain back to
riser pipe. Where downward offset are un-avoidable, auxiliary drain shall be provided.
D. Provide additional offset, fittings, valves, drain where required by construction and work of
other trades.
E. Run in chases, recesses, shaft, hung ceiling and beam cuts where applicable. Do not cover
before examination and testing. Run parallel with or right angles to walls and other piping
neatly spaced and with plumb riser.
F. Joints: Install joint in accordance with manufacturer’s instruction. For screwed piping, threads
shall be clean-cut of exact length. Ream pipe after cutting and threading. Apply approved
compound on male thread only, apply graphite on drain plugs.
G. Provide di-electric fittings where dissimilar piping materials are joined.
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H. Provide tapered reducing fittings for changes in pipe size, no bushing will be permitted, except
with prior special approval.
I. Expansion swings: Provide elbow swings or expansion loops in piping for vertical and
horizontal expansion and contraction and building expansion joint crossings. Install flexible
joints 600 mm away from building expansion joints.
3.12 FIRE PUMPS
A. Examination
1. Examine areas, concrete bases, and conditions, with the presence of the Installer, for
compliance with requirements and other conditions affecting performance of the fire
pumps.
2. Examine roughing-in for fire suppression piping to verify actual locations of piping
connections before fire pump installation.
3. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
B. Concrete bases
1. Install concrete bases with dimensions indicated for fire pumps, pressure maintenance
pumps, and controllers.
2. Install dowel rods to connect concrete base to concrete floor. Unless otherwise indicated,
install dowel rods on 18-inch (450 mm) centres around full perimeter of base.
3. For supported equipment, install epoxy coated anchor bolts that extend through concrete
base and anchor into structural concrete floor.
4. Place and secure anchorage devices use setting drawings, templates, diagrams,
instructions, and directions furnished with items to be embedded.
5. Install anchor bolts to elevations required for proper attachments to supported equipment.
6. Cast-in-place concrete materials and placement requirements as specified.
C. Pump installation
1. Install and align fire pump, pressure-maintenance pump, and controller according to
NFPA 20 (Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection).
2. Install pumps and controllers to provide access for periodic maintenance including
removal of motors, impellers, couplings, and other accessories.
3. Set base mounting type pumps on concrete bases, Disconnect coupling halves before
setting. Do not re-connect couplings until alignment operations have been completed.
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4. Support pump base plate on rectangular metal blocks and shims or on metal wedges
having small taper, at points near anchor bolts, to provide ¾ to ½ inch (19 to 38 mm) gap
between pump base and concrete base for grouting.
5. Adjust metal supports or wedges until pump and driver shafts are level. Verify that
coupling faces / pump suction & discharge flanges are levelled and plumbed.
6. Install suction and discharge piping equal to or greater than diameter of fire-pump
nozzles.
7. Install valves that are same size as piping connecting fire pumps, by-passes, test headers,
and other piping systems.
8. Install pressure gauges on fire pump suction and discharge at pressure gauge tapping.
9. Support pumps and piping separately so weight of piping does not rest on pumps.
10. Install piping accessories, hangers and supports, anchors, valves, meters and gauges and
equipment supports.
11. Install flow meters and sensors where indicated. Install flow meter-system components
and make connections according to manufacturer’s written instructions.
12. Electrical Wiring: Install electrical devices furnished by equipment manufacturers but not
specified to be factory mounted. Furnish copies of manufacturer’s wiring diagram
submittals to electrical installer.
D. Alignment
1. Align fire pump and driver shafts after complete unit has been levelled on concrete base,
grout have been set, and anchor bolts have been tightened.
2. After alignment is correct, tighten anchor bolts evenly. Fill base plate completely with
grout, with metal blocks and shims or wedges in place. Tighten anchor bolts after grout
had hardened. Check alignment and make necessary corrections, if required.
3. Align piping connections.
4. Align pump and driver for angular and parallel alignment according to HI 1.4 and to
tolerance specified by the pump manufacturer.
E. Connections
1. Piping installation requirements as specified. Drawings indicate general arrangements of

piping, fittings, and specialties.
2. Install piping adjacent to pumps and equipment to allow service and maintenance.
3. Connect water supply and discharge piping for fire pumps with flexible connectors.
Connect water supply and discharge piping to pressure maintenance pump with flexible
connectors as specified.
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4. Connect relief valve discharge to point disposal.
5. Connect flow meter system sensors and meters.
6. Connect controllers to pumps driver.
7. Connect fire-pump controllers to building fire-alarm system.
8. Ground equipment according to Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems.
9. Connect wiring according to Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables.
F. Field quality control
1. Manufacturer’s Field Service: Engage a factory-authorized service representative to

inspect, test, and adjust field-assembled components and equipment installation,
including connections, and to assist in field testing. Report results in writing.
2. Perform field test for each fire pump when installation is complete. Comply with
operating instructions and procedures in NFPA 20 (Installation of Stationary Pumps for
Fire Protection) to demonstrate compliance with requirements. Where possible,
malfunctioning equipment shall be corrected in the field, then retest to demonstrate
compliance. Replace equipment that cannot be satisfactory corrected or that does not
perform as indicated, then retest to demonstrate compliance. Verify that each fire pump
performs as indicated.
3. Perform the following field tests and inspections and prepare test reports as follows;
a. Leak Test: After installation, charge system and test for leakage. Repair leakage
and retest until no leakage exist.
b. Final checks before start-up: Perform the following preventive maintenance

operations and checks:
1) Lubricate oil lubrication type bearings.
2) Remove grease lubrication type bearing covers, flush bearing with

kerosene, and clean thoroughly. Fill with new lubricant according to
manufacturer’s written instructions.
3) Disconnect coupling and check electric motor for proper rotation. Rotation
shall match direction of rotation marked on pump casing.
4) Verify that pump is free to rotate by hand, If pump is bound or of it drags

even slightly, do not operate until cause of trouble is determined and
corrected.
c. Starting procedure for pump is as follows:
1) Prime pump by opening suction valve and closing drains, and prepare
pump for operation.
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2) Open sealing liquid supply valves if pump is so fitted.
3) Start motor.
4) Open discharge valve slowly.
5) Observe leakage from stuffing boxes and adjust sealing liquid valve for
proper flow to ensure lubrication of packing. Do not tighten gland
immediately, but let packing run in before reducing leakage through
stuffing boxes.
6) Check general mechanical operation of pump and motor.
d. Test and adjust controls and safeties. Replace damaged and malfunctioning
controls / equipment.
e. Furnish fire hose in number, size, and length required to reach storm drain or other
acceptable location to dispose of fire pump test water. Fire hose are for field
acceptance tests only and are not a property of Owner.
G. Demonstration
1. Engage a factory authorized service representative to train Owner’s maintenance

personnel to adjust, operate, and maintain fire pumps, drivers, controllers and pressure
maintenance pump.
2. Install pumps in such a manner that avoids horizontal elbows at pump suction, excludes
air entrapment in suction line and allows unrestrained movement of the pump assembly
(for vibration isolation purposes).
3. Make required adjustments to pipe sizes, immediately after the pump flanges. Use
flanged eccentric reducing spool with level crown at pump suction and concentric type at
discharge.
4. The suction pipe shall be sized such that, with the pump operating at 150% of rated
capacity, the velocity of the suction pipe located within 10 pipe diameters upstream of the
pump suction flange do not exceed 4.57 meter per second (15 ft/sec).
5. Install pump flexible connections at suction and discharge to prevent carry over of pump
vibrations to system piping. Anchor piping immediately after the flexible connections.
6. Install the suction header horizontally. Make foundations for different models of pumps
to suit the suction header, so that all the suction lines are horizontal.
7. Vortex inhibitor shall be installed at the entrance of the suction pipe
H. Control panels
1. Panels shall be fabricated from minimum 1.2 mm thick sheet steel and shall have
continuously welded butt joints. Apply two coats of red oxide primer and two coats of
baked on fire red enamel. All required holes and cut outs shall be done at the factory.
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2. All internal wiring shall be done in a neat and professional manner, using cable ties, slip-
on spiral plastic bundle sheaths etc. Provide ample free lengths to allow full swing of
doors.
3. Provide suitable legs, drilled for bolting down to house keeping pads.
4. Wall mounted panels shall be stiffened with profiled sections welded to the back plate, as
required. Top of wall mounted panels shall be at 180 cm above FFL.
5. All panels shall have enclosures to IEC IP-56, NEMA Type 4X, watertight and corrosion
resistant / IEC IP 52, NEMA Type 12, dust-tight and oil tight.
I. Conduits, trunking and cable trays
1. Fix conduits to walls / ceilings with two piece clamps, spaced at not more than 120cm.
2. Trunking shall be attached to walls by brass screws in plastic expansion plugs.
3. Cable tray hangers shall be attached to ceilings with expansion anchors and studs.
Support vertical cable trays by bolting to steel angles extending from floor to ceiling.
J. Identification
1. Control, drain, test, and alarm valves and zone water flow switches shall be provided
with identification signs of the standard design adopted by the automatic-sprinkler
industry, or their equivalent.
2. A hydraulic data information nameplate shall be secured to the riser with chain, directly
above the controlling alarm check valve and shall include the following design data;
a. Building designation
b. Location of remote area
c. Design density
d. Area of application
e. System demand (gpm (l/s) and psi (kPa) at base of riser)
f. Data shall be permanently engraved on the nameplate and material shall be
durable plastic or aluminium. Minimum height of lettering is 1/8".
3. The Contractor shall furnish and place in a clear, plastic envelope attached to each
sprinkler alarm check valve riser: one complete set of typed or printed maintenance and
operating instructions, a set of prints of the as-built working drawings and hydraulic
calculations of the sprinkler system.
4. Contractor shall supply each riser with a cabinet containing maintenance and repair
equipment (spare heads, wrench, etc.).
5. Each Contractor shall affix an identification tag on each system riser indicating:
Name of the Contractor

Business Address of the Installing Contractor
Phone Number
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24-hour emergency contact phone number.
3.13 FLUSHING
A. Before connecting sprinkler systems to the main supply, each sprinkler supply line shall be
flushed out thoroughly by the Fire Protection Specialist Contractor in the presence of the
Engineer, through an unrestricted opening not less than (100 mm) 4 inches in diameter.
Minimum flowing quantities are specified in NFPA 13 (Installation of Sprinkler Systems).
B. Failure to comply with this requirement shall necessitate flushing of the entire sprinkler system
by the Contractor at no additional cost.
C. A (100 mm) 4 inch temporary pipe or two 2½ inch fire hoses shall be provided by the
Contractor to discharge water to a suitable location, as designated by the Engineer.
3.14 PAINTING AND LABELLING
A. The above ground steel piping system including valves, piping in finish areas, miscellaneous
metal work shall be cleaned, pre-treated, primed and painted.
B. Coating shall only applied on clean, dry surfaces using clean brushes. Surface shall be cleaned
to remove all dust, dirt, rust and mill scale.
C. Galvanised pipe shall wash primed with proper material before painting. Application shall be as
per the manufacturer recommendation for pipe surface corrosion protection.
D. Contractor shall paint those portions of fire protection as required by Painting Specification.
Labelling shall be as follows:
1. Sprinkler system (e.g. inspector tests, drain valves) shall be labelled with all information
required by NFPA Standard 13 (Installation of Sprinkler Systems).
2. Metal or rigid plastic identification signs. The signs shall be secured with corrosion-
resistant wire, chain, or other approved means. These signs shall be provided by the
manufacturer, manufacturer's representative, or installer of the sprinkler system.
3. Sprinkler riser shall be labelled with building and sprinkler system riser numbers.
Labelling shall be accomplished with the use of "Brady" or approved equal self-sticking
labels. The colour and size shall contrast the surface that it is applied to. The labels shall
be provided and applied by Fire Protection Systems Maintenance Organization.
3.15 HYDROSTATIC TESTING
A. Hydrostatic pressure testing shall be performed as per the requirement of NFPA 13 (Installation
of Sprinkler Systems) before any ceiling is installed below the sprinkler piping. Each water
control valve shall be fully opened and closed under water pressure proper operation.
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B. Where sprinkler locations are roughed-in, using plugged drop nipples projecting below the level
of finished ceiling; the hydrostatic testing shall be performed two times.
C. First, after the system is completed using the plugged drops and before the ceiling panels is
installed.
D. Second, after the plugged drop nipples are cut to length for the finished ceiling, or replaced with
other drop nipples of correct length and the sprinkler installed.
E. Prior to the acceptance of the installation, the Specialist Fire Protection System Contractor shall,
in the presence of the Engineer, subject the system to the tests required by NFPA for the
completion of the Contractor’s Material and Test Certificate. In addition complete operating test
of Wet pipe, Dry pipe, Water spray, Stand pipe and Fire hose systems shall be performed.
F. The system shall be complete, tested and ready for operation and shall include all necessary /
required connections and shall be accomplished prior to carpet installation. Testing shall be as
required to conform to current applicable requirements of NFPA and Local Code Authority. The
serving Authority Having Jurisdiction (JAFZA-EHS Fire Protection / Dubai Civil Defence),
Engineers and Owners shall be allowed to conduct such tests as may be required. Any cost in
connection with these, test is borne by the Contractor.
G. Alarm Testing: Contractor shall be responsible for testing new alarms and modified alarms
installed under this contract. Defective alarms shall be replaced immediately.
3.16 INSPECTION, TESTS AND ADJUSTMENTS OF FIRE PUMPS
A. Prior to start - up
1. Check the pump motor/diesel engine driver assembly alignment. Adjust if necessary.
Weld steel cleats on pump and motor bases to lock them in aligned position.
2. Tighten and lock foundation and coupling bolts.
3. Check pump shaft for free rotation.
4. Check electrical continuity and insulation of motor and the control panel, by meggering.
5. Ensure that the relief valve is correctly calibrated and installed.
6. Shut off the system isolating valve/s and open the test line.
7. Ensure that the circuit breaker trip rate is correctly selected and the elements properly
installed. Adjust the star - delta change over timer to the period recommended by the
motor manufacturer.
8. Check system power supply voltage. Perform all other checks outlined in the controller
operation manual, before energising the controller.
9. Ensure that the suction lines and the pump casing are full of water.
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B. Start - up
1. Check and correct, if necessary, the direction of rotation of the pump, by momentary
operation of the emergency start lever.
2. Close the valve on the test line partially to avoid the operation of the pump at high
discharge rates.
3. Start the pump on manual mode.
4. Check the motor full load current by manipulating the flow.
5. Check the pressure relief valve for proper operation by gradually closing the test valve.
6. Check the pump and motor bearings for signs of overheating.
7. Check the suction line for signs for entry of air and proper suction intake flow.
C. Verification of performance
1. Check the pump head at nominal flow and at 150% of nominal flow and ensure
conformity with design requirements.
2. Close the test line and stop the pump. Release the system pressure gradually with the test
valve. Check and adjust the pressure switch setting for automatic cut-in. Check and adjust
the pressure switch setting for automatic cut-in and cut-out of jockey pump.
D. Put system into service
1. Isolate the fire pump controllers.
2. Close the test line and open the system isolating valve. Ensure that the system outlets are
closed.
3. Fill the system with the jockey pump. Maintain pressure for 24 hours and ensure that
there are no leaks.
4. Energise fire pump controllers and ensure that the system is in automatic mode.
3.17 SPARES
A. The installing fire protection specialist contractor shall supply the owner with quantities of
spare parts equal to a minimum of ten pieces of each system replacable part utilized in this
installation.
3.18 TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:
A. Prior to final acceptance, the installing fire fighting specialist contractor shall provide
operational training to each shift of the owners personnel. Each training session shall include
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system operation, manual and functions, trouble procedures, supervisory procedures, auxiliary
functions and emergency procedures.
3.19 WARRANTY:
A. All fire fighting and sprinkler system including fire pump set components furnished, and
installed under this contract, shall be guaranteed against defects in design, materials and
workmanship for the full warranty period which is standard with the manufacturer, but in no
case less than one (1) year from the date of system acceptance, except for those equipment
having a specified warranty period.
END OF SECTION
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Section 211200

Fire Fighting System & Sprinkler System

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

1.2 SCOPE OF WORK

1. Water Based Fire Suppression System

3. Standpipe, Hose System and Cabinets

4. Fire Pump Set and Fire Pump Controller

5. Portable Fire Extinguishers

6. Fire Fighting Control Valves and Specialty Valves

7. Piping, Fitting, Support and Accessories

1.4 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

Hazard Classification Design Criteria

quick response fire sprinkler heads with head

5. Hydraulic calculation shall be performed using an approved computer program software

1. Product Data: Manufacturer’s catalogue data sheets containing details of technical

a. Sprinklers heads, escutcheon and guards, including sprinkler flow characteristic,

3. Details of anchoring and attachments to structure and to supported equipment.

5. Equipment schedules to include rated capacities, shipping, installed, and operating

a. Ceiling suspension assembly members.

b. Method of attaching hangers to building structure.

c. Size and location of initial access modules for acoustical tile.

e. Ceiling-mounted items including lighting fixtures, diffusers, grilles, speaker,

f. Elevation of Sprinkler System and Fire Fighting System pipe work.

F. Test Reports: Written reports of tests specified in Part 3 of this Section.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

2. Installer responsibilities includes designing, fabricating, installing, testing and

1. All products shall conform to the requirements of the following:

a. Dubai Civil Defence Department

b. JAFZA - EHS Fire Protection

c. NFPA - National Fire Protection Association of USA, Latest Edition

d. BS-EN - British Standard Specifications

e. Local Authority, International Electro Technical Commission, IEC, IEE Standards

a. Pumps / Controllers shall also conforms to NFPA 20 - 2007 (Installation of

b. Electrical components, devices and accessories shall be UL Listed and FM

c. Source Limitation: Obtain Fire pumps, Pressure maintenance pump and

e. Verification of Performance: Rate fire pumps according to requirements indicated.

2.1 MATERIALS, GENERAL

2.2 SYSTEM CONTROL VALVE AND TRIMMINGS

A. System Isolating Valve

B. Wet Alarm Check Valve

C. Dry Pipe Valve

2.3 AUTOMATIC ZONE CHECK ASSEMBLY

B. Automatic zone check assembly shall consist of the following:

3. Vane – type water flow monitoring switch (WFMS).

C. When actuated, the following will be perform;

D. Shall have following features in the system:

2.4 FLOOR (ZONE) CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLY

2. UL / FM Approved Non-return Valve, either flanged ends or grooved ends type

3. UL / FM Approved Test & Drain Assembly consisting of 32 mm diameter drain valve

2.5 INSPECTOR TEST CONNECTION

2.6 SPRINKLER HEADS

A. General Requirements for Sprinklers

B. Standard Response Sprinklers

1. Exposed Sprinklers – Standard Response, UL Listed / FM Approved

b. Provide wired sprinkler guards on sprinklers subjected to any mechanical damages.

2. Concealed Sprinklers – Standard Response, UL Listed / FM Approved

a. Concealed sprinklers shall be glass bulb type, standard response at 680C

3. Horizontal Sidewall Sprinklers – Standard Response, UL Listed / FM Approved

4. Dry Pendent Sprinklers – Standard Response, UL Listed / FM Approved

C. Quick Response Sprinkler

1. Exposed Sprinklers – Quick Response, UL Listed / FM Approved

a. Horizontal sidewall sprinklers shall be glass bulb operated, quick response