BOROUGE GENERAL SPECIFICATION

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CONTENTS

1.0 PURPOSE............................................................................................................................... 3
2.0 DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS........................................................................... 3
2.1 DEFINITIONS..................................................................................................................................3
2.2 ABBREVIATIONS...........................................................................................................................3
3.0 CODES AND STANDARDS ................................................................................................ 3
4.0 REFERENCE DOCUMENTS.............................................................................................. 4
5.0 DOCUMENTATION REVIEW........................................................................................... 5
6.0 SPECIFICATION DEVIATION/CONCESSION CONTROL......................................... 5
7.0 QUALITY CONTROL ......................................................................................................... 5
8.0 DOCUMENTATION ............................................................................................................ 5
9.0 PACKING, SHIPPING AND STORAGE........................................................................... 5
10.0 DESIGN .................................................................................................................................. 6
10.1 STANDARDS....................................................................................................................................6
10.2 GRADES ...........................................................................................................................................6
10.3 MOISTURE CONTENT..................................................................................................................6
11.0 MILLWORK.......................................................................................................................... 6
11.1 COLOR/SAMPLES .........................................................................................................................6
11.2 MATERIALS....................................................................................................................................6
11.3 FABRICATION................................................................................................................................7
11.4 INSTALLATION .............................................................................................................................7
11.5 ADJUSTING AND CLEANING .....................................................................................................8

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1.0 PURPOSE
The purpose of this document is to define the technical requirements for the performance
and descriptive information for the Architectural Woodwork and finishes including
minimum requirements for building Basic Wood and Plastic Materials, Cabinets, Counter
Tops, and Shelves etc of the building to afford an aesthetically pleasing environment on
the Borouge 2 Project. It is provided to the CONTRACTOR for the specification and
definition of the COMPANY’S minimum requirements for the WORKS.
Any references to VENDOR define the requirements to be imposed on the VENDOR by
the CONTRACTOR.

2.0 DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS

2.1 DEFINITIONS
For the purposes of this Specification, the following definitions shall apply:
COMPANY – means Abu Dhabi Polymers Company Limited (Borouge) and its
successors in interest.
CONCESSION REQUEST – refers to a technical or other deviation requested by the
CONTRACTOR or VENDOR to COMPANY. Its submission is often linked to an
authorization to modify the design, to use, repair, recondition, reclaim, or release
materials, components or equipment already in progress or completely manufactured but
which does not meet or comply with COMPANY requirements. A CONCESSION
REQUEST is subject to COMPANY approval.
CONTRACTOR – means a party contracted to COMPANY to carry out work or services
to the Project.
GOODS – means any and all things, including but not limited to materials and equipment
(including spare parts) required to be incorporated in the WORK.
PROJECT – means the Borouge 2 Project at Ruwais, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
VENDOR – means any and all persons, firms, partnerships, companies, bodies entities or
a combination thereof including sub-vendors and suppliers, who are providing GOODS,
and the successors and assigns of such persons, firms, partnerships, companies, bodies,
entities or a combination thereof.
Shall and Must – means a mandatory requirement.
In addition supplementary definitions are contained in Article 1 of the AGREEMENT.

2.2 ABBREVIATIONS
UAE United Arab Emirates

3.0 CODES AND STANDARDS

It shall be the CONTRACTOR’s responsibility to comply with the requirements of all
Codes and Standards which are applicable to meet the Specification.
The following Codes and Standards form a part of the Specification:
American National Standards Institute (ANSI):
ANSI A135.4 Basic Hardboard
ANSI A208.1 Mat Formed Wood Particleboard

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Builders Hardware Manufacturer’s Association (BHMA):

BHMA A156.9 Cabinet Hardware
National Electrical VENDOR’S Association (NEMA):
ANSI/NEMA LD 3 High-Pressure Decorative Laminates
Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI):
AWI Quality Standard
National Bureau of Standards (NBS):
NBS PS-1 Construction and Industrial Plywood
NBS PS-20 American Softwoods Lumber Standards
The edition or revision of the Codes and Standards shall be the edition current at the
EFFECTIVE DATE of the AGREEMENT.
CONTRACTOR shall advise COMPANY of any changes to Codes and Standards after
the EFFECTIVE DATE. CONTRACTOR shall comply with COMPANY instruction to
comply with any changed Codes and Standards.
CONTRACTOR shall advise of conflict among any referenced Codes and Standards and
any technical specification, and COMPANY will determine which shall govern.

4.0 REFERENCE DOCUMENTS

The following Reference Documents form a part of this Specification.
BGS-AU-057 Finishes
BGS-CU-012 Fireproofing Requirements
BGS-CU-033 Design Basis for Buildings and Structures
BGS-MU-002 Preservation and Export Packing Procedure
BGS-MU-013 Criticality Rating System
BGS-MU-014 Minimum Shop Inspection and Certification Requirements

BPM-GG-03-001 Document Numbering Procedure

BPM-GG-03-002 Plant Numbering
BPM-GG-03-005 Document and Drawing Format Procedure
BPM-GG-03-009 Procedure for Concession Requests
BQP-GG-03-002 Quality Management Requirements for CONTRACTOR

The edition or revision of the Reference Documents shall be the edition current at the
EFFECTIVE DATE of the AGREEMENT.
CONTRACTOR shall advise COMPANY of any changes to Reference Documents after
the EFFECTIVE DATE. CONTRACTOR shall comply with COMPANY instruction to
comply with any changed Referenced Documents.
CONTRACTOR shall advise of conflict among any Reference Documents and any
technical specification, and COMPANY will determine which shall govern.

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5.0 DOCUMENTATION REVIEW

The CONTRACTOR shall notify the COMPANY of any apparent conflict between this
Specification, Codes and Standards, Referenced Documents and any other applicable
documentation (i.e. Datasheets, AGREEMENT).
The CONTRACTOR shall prepare a tabulated list of discrepancies between any of these
documents for review with the COMPANY. Resolution of any conflict shall be obtained
from COMPANY in writing before proceeding.

6.0 SPECIFICATION DEVIATION/CONCESSION CONTROL

Any technical deviations to this Specification shall be sought by the CONTRACTOR
only through the CONCESSION REQUEST procedure. Refer to “Procedure for
Concession Requests” BPM-GG-03-009.
COMPANY will review and consider all proposed CONCESSION REQUESTS.
Approval may be granted at COMPANY’S discretion. No proposed technical deviation
shall be implemented prior to approval being granted. Technical deviations implemented
prior to approval shall be subject to rejection.

7.0 QUALITY CONTROL

CONTRACTOR and VENDOR shall comply with the requirements of “Quality
Management Requirements for CONTRACTOR’S” BQP-GG-03-002.
The Criticality Rating (CR) System outlined in Project Specification BGS-MU-013 shall
be used by CONTRACTOR to develop the design checking levels and minimum
requirements for shop inspection, testing and material certification given in Project
Specification BGS-MU-014.
Regardless of the Criticality Rating CONTRACTOR shall review the VENDOR’S
documentation to ensure compliance with the requirements of the AGREEMENT.
CONTRACTOR shall develop a list of Criticality ratings for all equipment items.

8.0 DOCUMENTATION
CONTRACTOR and VENDOR shall comply with the requirements of the “Procedure
for Document and Drawing Format” BPM-GG-03-005, “Document Numbering
Procedure” BPM-GG-03-001 and “Document Issuing Procedure CONTRACTORS”
BPM-GG-03-008.

9.0 PACKING, SHIPPING AND STORAGE

As a minimum, the CONTRACTOR shall ensure that items are packed for shipment in
accordance with the requirements of “Preservation and Export Packing Procedure” BGS-
MU-002.
The CONTRACTOR shall ensure that detailed and specific instructions for the
preservation and maintenance of equipment while stored at the construction site, from
receipt at site to operational start-up, shall be delivered to construction site with the
equipment. Such instructions shall include as a minimum the preservation and
maintenance schedule, preservative materials, lubricants to be used etc. As a minimum,
the CONTRACTOR shall ensure that items are packed for shipment in accordance with
the requirements of Project General Specification “Preservation and Export Packing
Procedure” BGS-MU-002.

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10.0 DESIGN

10.1 STANDARDS
10.1.1 Construction Standard and Concealed Lumber
Conform to the latest requirements of the Department of Commerce Product Standard PS
20 and the Simplified Practice Recommendation SPR-16.
10.1.2 Finish Lumber
Conform to the AWI Quality Standards.

10.2 GRADES
Conform to the grading rules of the VENDOR’S Association under whose rules the
lumber is produced.

10.3 MOISTURE CONTENT

Air or kiln dry lumber to a moisture content no greater than 19 percent (19%). Kiln dry,
store, package, and ship finish lumber and millwork, so that at the time of the delivery to
the site, moisture content does not exceed 12 percent (12%) for material up to 25 mm (1
inch) thick and 13 percent (13%) for material greater than 25 mm (1 inch).

11.0 MILLWORK

11.1 COLOR/SAMPLES
Colours of the laminated plastic shall be selected by the COMPANY from the
VENDOR’S standard colours.
Submit 300 mm (12-inch) by 300 mm (12-inch) sample panel and showing each piece of
members, molding and counter tops.

11.2 MATERIALS
11.2.1 Wood Materials
Softwood Lumber: PS 20; graded in accordance with AWI Custom, average moisture
content of 8 percent (8%).
11.2.2 Panel Materials
1) Softwood Plywood: PS 1; graded in accordance with AWI custom, average
moisture content of 8 percent (8%)
2) Wood Particleboard: PS 1; AWI standard, composed of wood chips, medium
density, made with water resistant adhesive; of grade to suit application; sanded
faces, located as follows:
• Door and Drawer Fronts, Drawer Construction
• Not for shelf use
3) Hardboard: ANSI A135.4; Pressed wood fibre with resin binder, standard grade, 6
mm (1/4 inch) thick, smooth two sides, located as follows:
• Drawer Bottoms
• Gables and Backs

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11.2.3 Laminated Plastic

Meet or exceed performance standards set by the ANSI/NEMA LD 3, Type PF-42.
11.2.4 Adhesive
As recommended by laminated plastic VENDOR.
11.2.5 Accessories
Fasteners: Size and type to suit application.
Bolts, Nuts, Washers, Lags, Pins, and Screws: Of size and type to suit application; plain
finish in concealed locations and chrome finish in exposed locations.
Concealed Joint Fasteners: Threaded steel.
Grommets: Plastic material for cut-outs.
11.2.6 Hardware
Hardware: Per BHMA A156.9.
Drawer Pulls: "U" shaped pull, satin finish aluminium, 4 inch centres.
Cabinet Locks: Keyed cylinder, two keys per lock, satin finish.
Catches: Touch type.
Drawer Slides: Galvanized steel construction, ball bearings separating tracks, full
extension type.
Hinges: Recessed concealed type, steel with satin finish.

11.3 FABRICATION
Shop assemble casework for delivery to site in units easily handled and to permit passage
through building openings.
Cap exposed plastic laminate finish edges with material of same finish and pattern.
Door and Drawer Fronts: 19 mm (3/4 inch) thick; flush style.
When necessary to cut and fit on site, provide materials with ample allowance for
cutting. Provide trim for scribing and site cutting.
Apply plastic laminate finish in full uninterrupted sheets consistent with manufactured
sizes. Fit corners and joints hairline; secure with concealed fasteners. Locate counter
butt joints minimum 610 mm (2 feet) from sink cut-outs.
Apply laminate backing sheet to reverse side of wood laminate finished surfaces.
Provide cut-outs for plumbing fixtures, inserts, appliances, outlet boxes, fixtures and
fittings. Verify locations of cut-outs from on-site dimensions. Seal cut edges.

11.4 INSTALLATION
11.4.1 Inspection
The installer shall examine substrates scheduled to receive the units for unevenness,
irregularities, and dampness that would affect quality and execution of work under which
this work is to be performed and notify CONTRACTOR, in writing, of conditions
detrimental to the proper completion of the work. Do not proceed with work until
unsatisfactory conditions are corrected. Beginning of work shall mean the installer
accepts substrates and conditions.

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11.4.2 Placement
a. Install and secure casework in place; rigid, plumb, and level strictly comply
with VENDOR’S instructions and recommendations
b. Use fixture attachments in concealed locations for wall mounted components
c. Use concealed joint fasteners to align and secure adjoining cabinet units
d. Carefully scribe casework abutting other components, with maximum gaps of 1
mm (1/32 inch). Do not use additional overlay trim for this purpose
e. Secure cabinet to floor using appropriate angles and anchorage
f. Countersink anchorage devices at exposed locations. Conceal with solid wood
plugs of species to match surrounding wood; finish flush with surrounding
surfaces.

11.5 ADJUSTING AND CLEANING

11.5.1 Adjusting
Adjust doors and drawers to function smoothly and correctly.
11.5.2 Cleaning
Clean exposed surfaces using materials and methods recommended by VENDOR of
material or product being cleaned. Remove and replace work that cannot be successfully
cleaned.

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