TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

DIVISION 1: SURVEY AND LAYOUT WORK

Description: This item shall consist of furnishing the necessary equipment and
material to survey, stake, calculate and record data for the control of work in
accordance with this Specification and in conformity with the lines, grades and
dimensions shown on the Plan or as established by the Engineer.

1.01 Construction Requirements

The Engineer shall set initial reference lines, horizontal and vertical control
points, and shall furnish the data for use in establishing control for the completion of
each element of the work. Data relating to horizontal and vertical alignments and
other design data shall be furnished.

The Contractor shall be responsible for the true settling of the works or
improvements and for correctness of positions, levels, dimensions and alignments of
all parts of the works. He shall provide all necessary instruments, appliances,
materials and supplies, and labor in connection therewith.

Prior to construction, the Engineer shall be notified of any missing initial

reference lines, control points or stakes.

All initial reference and control points shall be preserved. At the start of
construction, all destroyed or disturbed initial reference or control points necessary to
the work shall be replaced.

1.02 Interior Layout Work

As the work progresses, the contractor shall provide the reference points
throughout each interior area, which are necessary to facilitate detailed layout of
partitions, doors, windows, equipment foundation, ceilings and other structures.

All layouts, locations and dimensions shall be rechecked and verified in the
plans by the contractor before starting any work items of the project.

DIVISION2: REMOVAL OF STRUCTURES AND OBSTRUCTIONS

Description: This item shall consist of the removal wholly or in part, and
satisfactory disposal of all buildings, structures, pavements and any other obstruction
which are not designated or permitted to remain, except for the obstructions to be
removed and disposed-off under other items in the Contract. It shall include the
salvaging of designated materials and backfilling the resulting trenches, holes and
pits.
2.01 Construction Requirements

The Contractor shall perform the work described above as shown in the Plans
or as directed by the Engineer. All designated salvable material shall be removed,
without unnecessary damage, in sections or pieces which may be readily
transported, and shall be stored by the Contractor at specified places on the project
as directed by the Engineer. Non-perishable material may be disposed-off outside
the limits of view from the project with written permission of the property owner on
whose property the material is placed. Basements or cavities left by the structure
removal shall be filled with acceptable material to the level of the surrounding ground
and, shall be compacted to the required density.

Unless otherwise directed, the substructures of existing structures shall be

removed down to at least 300 mm below the natural ground surface. Where such
portions of existing structures lie wholly or in parts within the limits for new structure,
they shall be removed as necessary to accommodate the construction of the
proposed structure.

DIVISION 3: EXCAVATION AND BACKFILLING FOR BUILDINGS

3.01 Scope of Work

The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, plant and other
facilities and perform all work necessary to complete the preparation of site,
excavation, filling and grading in strict compliance with the applicable drawings and
as specified herein.

3.02 Stake and Batter Boards

The Contractor shall stake out the buildings accurately and establish grades,
after which the approval of the Owner shall be secured before any excavation work
is started.

Basic batter boards and basic reference marks shall be erected at the
expense of the Contractor, at such places where they will not be disturbed during
construction. Materials shall be stored and work shall be conducted in such manner
as to preserve all reference marks set.

The Contractor shall construct two (2) permanent benchmarks of previously

known elevations near or within the site of construction for determining any
settlement that may occur during the progress of construction.

Elevation reading shall be taken on at least four (4) points in the buildings and
other related structures. A permanent record of the weekly reading shall be kept at
construction site and monthly report thereof shall be submitted to the Owner unless
some unusual reading is observed in which case report shall be made immediately.

3.03 Excavation

Excavation work shall commence after the fill has thoroughly compacted and
attained the required elevation.

The Contractor shall make all necessary excavation for foundations to grade
indicated on the Drawings. All trenches shall be excavated at a neat size, leveled to
a line at the bottom, which is ready to receive the foundation. The Contractor shall
not excavate to a depth below elevations shown on the Drawings. Work that is
excavated to a greater depth than required by the drawings and this specification
shall be filled with lean concrete (fc’ = 13.8 Mpa) at the expense of the Contractor.

No footings shall rest on fill. If the excavations for foundation reveal that
footing will rest on fill, excavations shall be carried until the desired stratum is
reached for safe bearing. All excavations shall be made with proper allowance made
for floor slabs and forms. Bottom of footing and foundations shall be approximately
level, clean and clear of loose materials with the lower section true to size.

All excavation for drainage, sewer and water services, and other underground
utilities, which are within the property line or scope of work indicated on the Plans,
are included.

Sheathing shall be driven below the bottom of excavation deep enough.

Where walls or footings are to be poured without forms, trench sides shall be sharp
and true.

The Contractor, at all times protects the excavation and trenches from
damage due to water. He shall provide pumps and equipment, build enclosures and
shall construct and maintain temporary drainage and do all pumping necessary to
keep the excavation free of water. Sheet pilling if needed shall be provided and
tightly driven, shored and braced to maintain its position until removed.

3.04 Utilities

When encountered in work or as indicated, protects the existing active sewer,

water, gas, electric, other utility services, and structures, when required for proper
execution of work, relocate them as directed. If encountered, requiring of protection
or relocation, request in writing for decision of the Owner. Do not proceed until
written instructions are obtained.

3.05 Backfilling, Grading and Compaction

After forms have been removed from footings, beams, foundations, walls, etc.,
and when the concrete work has attained full designed strength, backfill shall be
placed free from waste and objectionable matters. After the backfill has settled, the
Contractor shall fill all shallow places to bring the backfill area to grade.

The Contractor shall grade the site within the area indicated in the scope of
work.

All filling materials shall be placed in layers not exceeding 150 mm in

thickness, each layer being thoroughly wetted and compacted by rolling or tamping.
All fills shall have 95% compaction. The types of filling materials for buildings shall
be selected earth fill and the source shall be approved by the Engineer.

DIVISION 4: MASONRY

SECTION 1: CONRETE MASONRY

1.0 GENERAL

The concrete masonry contractor shall examine all drawings, specifications

and all conditions that has relations and may affect his work and performance in the
execution of the Contract Where any deviation on the Plans and Specification is to
be made, the Owner shall be notified and his written approval shall be obtain before
proceeding with the work.

4.01 SCOPE OF WORKS

The work covered by this Item shall include the following:

Furnishing of all necessary materials, tools, and equipment, labor, and

appliances necessary to complete the execution of the concrete masonry work as
shown on the drawings and herein specified.

All preparations for masonry work necessary to receive and adjoin other work,
including provisions for inserts and attachments as noted in the plans and
specifications which shall be installed under the terms of this work.

Coordination with all other trades in lying out and execution of the concrete
masonry work. Giving the work his personal supervision and keeping a competent
foreman on the job at all times.

Arranging for adequate bracing, forming and shoring required in conjunction

with and in the course of constructing the concrete masonry although not provided
for under other sections.
 Furnishing of all reinforcing steel for concrete masonry work and their
placement including those not provided for under other sections but necessary for
proper prosecution of the work.

Arranging for the necessary storage space and protection for materials at the
job site.

Providing assistance and facilities for all inspections by the Owner or his
authorized representative as required in the course of execution of the work. 1.1.8
Arranging for furnishing test specimens and samples of materials as may be
required.

4.02 MATERIALS

The following materials to be used under this section of the specifications

shall conform with the concrete masonry standards as indicated.

1. Cement to conform with ASTM C-150

2. Sand or fine aggregate shall be clear, sharp and well graded, and free form
injurious amount of dust, lumps, shale, alkali, surface coatings and organic matter.

3. Lime: Hydrated shall conform with ASTM C-207

4. Quicklime shall conform with ASTM C-5 Specifications. Quicklime shall be slaked
and then screened through a 16 mesh sleeve.

5. After slaking, screening and before using, it shall be stored and protected for not
less than 10 days. The resulting product shall weigh not less than 1330 kilogram per
cubic meter.

6. Hollow load bearing masonry units shall be type Class A or B unit conforming with
ASTM C-90-70 and the Philippine Bureau of standard No. 15-2, series of 1979.

7. Solid load bearing masonry unit shall be Class A units conforming to ASTM C-
145. All load bearing masonry units shall have a minimum compressive strength of
not less than 5.5 MPa (800 psi) based on 5 individual units when tested in
accordance with the methods set forth in ASTM C-140-70 or as tested by the Bureau
of Research and standard, DPWH.
8. Masonry units shall have been cured for not less than 14 days if Steam cured, or
28 days if air-cured when placed in the structure.

A. CONCRETE HOLLOW BLOCKS

1. For walls and partitions shown on the drawings requiring concrete hollow blocks,
the Contractor either uses concrete or ceramic hollow blocks upon approval of the
Architect or Engineer.

2. The load bearing of hollow blocks shall have a minimum compressive strength of
6.89 MPa (1000 psi) computed from the average of five (5) units based on the
average gross area, and a minimum of 5.41 MPa (800 psi) for the individual unit
respectively, all based on gross area.

Reinforcement

All units shall be laid with a mortar composed of one part Portland cement and three
parts of sand. Reinforcement shall be done in accordance with the structural plans
as to size, spacing and other requirements.

B. MORTAR AND GROUT

Cement to be used for mortar and grout shall be: Type 1, 2, 3 or Type 4 Portland
Cement conforming to ASTM C-150.

1. Plastic cement shall have less than 12% of the total volume in approved types of
plastic agents and shall conform to all of the requirement for Portland cement per
ASTM C-150, except to the limitations in insoluble residue, air entrainment, and
addition subsequent to calcinations.

2. Mortar shall be freshly prepared and uniformly mixed in the proportion of 1 part
Portland Cement 4 part maximum lime putty or hydrated lime, loose sand not less
than 1-1/2 and not more than 3 times the sum of the volume of cement and lime
used, and shall conform to ASTM C-270.

3. Grout for pouring shall be of fluid consistency and mixed in the proportion by
volume: 1 part Portland Cement, 2-1/2 part minimum to 3 parts maximum damp
loose sand where the grout space is less than 7.5 cm in its least dimension.
4. Grout for pouring shall be fluid consistency and mixed in the ratio by volumes: 1
part Portland Cement, 2 parts minimum to 3 parts maximum damp loose sand, 2
parts coarse aggregate where the grout space is not more than 7.5 cm. in its least
dimension.

5. Grot for pumping shall be of fluid consistency and shall have not less than 7 bags
of cement in each cubic meter of grout. The mix design shall be approved by the
supervising Engineer.

6. Fluid consistency shall mean; as fluid as possible for pouring without segregation
of the constituent parts.

7. Aggregate for mortar shall conform to ASTM C-144.

C. ADMIXTURE

1. The use of Admixtures shall not be permitted in mortar or grout unless

substantiating data is submitted to and approved by the supervising Architect or
Engineer.

2. The use of Admixtures shall not be permitted in mortar without reducing the lime
content

3. Insert coloring pigments may be added but not to exceed 6% by weight of the
cement.

4. The use of uncontrolled fir clay, dirt and other deleterious materials is prohibited.

5. Water to be use shall be fresh, clean and free from deleterious quantities of acids
alkali and organic materials.

D. REINFORCING STEEL

1. The minimum requirements for deformed steel bars shall conform to ASTM A 305.

2. Wire reinforcement shall also be clean and free from loose, rust, scales and any
coatings that will reduce bond.

PART 3 EXECUTIONS

3.1 CONSTRUCTION
A. WORKMANSHIP

1. Masonry work shall not be started when the horizontal and vertical alignment of
the foundation has a maximum total error of 25mm OR 2.5 centimeters.

2. All masonry work shall be laid true to line, level, plumb and neat in accordance
with the plans and to the satisfaction of the Owner.

3. Units shall be cut accurately to fit all plumbing ducts, openings electrical works,
etc., and all hole shall be neatly patched.

4. Extra care shall be taken to prevent visible grout mortar attain.

5. No construction supports shall be attached to the wall except where specifically

permitted by the supervising Architect or Engineer.

B. MASONRY UNIT

1. Masonry unit shall be sound, dry, clean and free from cracks when placed in the
structure.

2. All masonry units shall be stored on the job and kept off the ground and protected
from the elements of weather.

3. Wetting the units shall not be permitted except when hot dry weather exists
causing the units to be warm to the touch, and then the surface only may be wetted
with a light fog spray.

4. Proper masonry units shall be used to provide for all window, doors, bond beams,
lintels, plaster, etc., with a minimum of unit cutting.

5. Where masonry units cutting are necessary, all cuts shall be neat and true to line.

6. Mixing of mortar and grout Mortar shall be mixed by placing 1/2 of the water and
sand in the operating mixer, then add the cement, line and the remainder of the sand
and water.

7. Mortar should be re-tampered with water as required to maintain high plasticity.

Re- tampered on mortar boards shall be done only by adding water within a basin
formed with mortar and the mortar re-worked into the water.
8. Any mortar which is unused after 1-1/2 hours from the initial mixing time shall not
be used.

9. After all ingredients are in the batch mixer, they shall be mechanically mixed for
not less than 3 minutes. Hand mixing shall not be employed unless specifically
approved.

C. BONDING

Concrete masonry units shall be laid with the thicker edge of the core up to provide a
wider mortar bed.

1. Both face core and ends of all blocks should receive a full bed of mortar.

2. Cross web should be mortared.

3. For masonry to the foundation, to the top surface of the concrete foundation shall
be clean with laitance removed and aggregate exposed before masonry construction
can be started.

4. Where no bond pattern is shown, the wall shall be laid up in straight, uniform
coarse with regular running bond.

5. Intersecting masonry walls and partitions shall be bounded by the use of steel ties
at 6 centimeter on.

D. REINFORCEMENT

When the foundation dowel does not line up with a vertical core, it shall be sloped
more than one horizontal in six vertical.

1. Dowels shall be grouted into a core in vertical alignment, even though it is an

adjacent cell to the vertical wall.

2. Reinforcing bars shall be straight except for bends around corners and where
bends or hooks are detailed on the plans.

3. Reinforcing steel shall be lapped 30 bar diameters minimum where spliced bars
shall be separated by one bar diameter or wired together.
4. Vertical bars shall be held in position at the top and bottom and at intervals not
exceeding 192 diameter of the reinforcement

5. Horizontal reinforcing bars shall be laid on the webs of the units in continuous
masonry courses, consisting of bond-beam or channel units, and shall be solidly
grouted in place.

6. Vertical reinforcing steel shall have a minimum clearance of 6 mm from the

masonry, and not less than one bar diameter between bars.

7. Wire reinforcement shall be completely embedded in mortar or grout Joints with

wire reinforcement shall be at least twice the thickness of the wire.

8. Wire reinforcement shall be lapped at least one cross wire of each piece of
reinforcement in the lapped distance.

E. GROUTING

Reinforcing steel shall be secured in place and inspected before grouting starts.

1. Mortar dropping should be kept out of the grout space.

2. All grout shall be puddle or vibrated in place.

3. Vertical cells to be filled with grout shall have vertical alignment to maintain a
continuous unobstructed core space.

4. Cells containing reinforcement shall be solidly filled with grout and pours shall be
stopped 3,8 centimeters below the top of a coarse to form a key at pour joints.

5. Grouting of beams over openings shall be done in continuous operations.

6. The tops of unfilled cell columns under a horizontal masonry beam shall be
covered with metal latch or special units used to confine the front fill to the beam
section.

7. All bolts, anchors, or inserts in the wall shall be solidly grouted in place.

8. Spaces around metal door frame and other built-in items shall be filled solidly with
grout of mortar.
SECTION 2 CEMENT PLASTER FINISH

2.0-GENERAL CONDITIONS

The Contractor shall furnish all cement plaster materials, labor, tools and
equipment required in undertaking cement plaster finish as shown on the Plans and
in accordance with this Specifications.

2.1 MATERIAL

Manufactured materials shall be delivered in the manufacturer's original

unbroken pack- ages or containers which are labeled plainly with the manufacturer's
name and trade mark.

A Cement-Cement shall be Portland Hydraulic Cement of any Approved brand. any

B. Hydrated Lime-shall conform to the requirements as defined in Hydraulic Cement

of approved brand

C. Fine Aggregates. Fine aggregates (sand) shall be clean, washed and Sharp River
sand, free from dirt, clay, organic matter or other deleterious substances Sand
derived from crushed gravel or stone may be used with the supervising Architect or
Engineer's approval but in no case, shall such sand be derived from stone unsuitable
for use as coarse aggregates.

PART 3-EXECUTION

3.1 CONSTRUCTION

A. Mixture

1. Mortar mixture for brown coat shall be freshly prepared and uniformly mixed in the
proportion by volume of one part Portland Cement, three (3) parts sand and one
fourth (1/4) part hydrated lime.

2. Finish coat shall be pure Portland Cement properly graded and mixed with water
to approved consistency and plasticity.
B. Surface Preparation

1. After removal of forms, reinforced concrete surfaces shall be roughened to

improve adhesion of the cement plaster.

2. Surface to receive cement plaster shall be cleaned of all projections, dust, loose
particles, grease and bond beakers.

3. Before any application of brown coat is started, all surfaces that are to be
plastered shall be wetted thoroughly with clean water to produce a uniformly moist
condition.

4. Brown coat mortar mix shall be applied with sufficient pressure starting from the
lower portion of the surface to fill the grooved and to prevent air pockets in the
reinforced masonry work and avoid mortar mix dropping.

5. The brown coat shall be applied broomed or scratch before surface has properly
set and allowed to cure.

6. Finish coat shall not be applied until after the brown coat has seasoned for 7 days
and corrective measures had been done by the Contractor on surfaces that are
defective.

7. Just before the application of the finish coat, the brown coat surface shall be
evenly moistened with clean water.

8. Finish coat shall be floated first to a true and even surface, then troweled in a
manner that will force the mixture to penetrate into the brown coat

9. Surfaces applied with finish coat shall then be smooth with paper or foam in a
vertical motion to remove trowel marks, checks and blemishes.

10. All cement plaster finish shall be 10 mm thick minimum on vertical concrete and
or masonry walls.

Cement plaster shall not be applied directly to:

a. Concrete or masonry surface that had been coated with bituminous

compound and
 b. Surface that had been painted or previously plastered.

C. WORKMANSHIP

1. Cement plaster finish shall be true to details and plumbed. Finish surface shall
have no visible junction marks where one day's work adjoins the other.

2. Where directed by the Architect or Engineer or as shown on the Plans vertical and
horizontal groove joints shall be 25 mm wide and 10 mm depth.

SECTION 3 PLAIN CEMENT PLASTER FINISH

3.0-GENERAL CONDITIONS

The Contractor shall furnish all materials, tools, equipment and labor required
in under taking the proper application of plain cement plaster finish as provided
where plastering is noted on the drawings and schedules.

1. The work of other trades shall be adequately protected from damages during the
plastering operations. Finishing work shall be protected with a covering of heavy
craft, waterproof paper or other approved protective covering with lapped and sealed
joints.

2. Scaffolding shall be amply strong, well braced, tied securely and inspected
regularly. Overloading of scaffolding will not be permitted.

A. DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

Manufactured materials shall be delivered with unbroken packages or

container which is plainly labelled with the manufacturer's name and brand. All
cement materials shall be kept dry until ready for use.

2.1 MATERIALS REQUIREMENTS

A. Portland cement shall conform with the standard specifications of the ASTM 1-
150, type-1, latest edition.

B. Hydrated lime shall conform with the standard specifications of the ASTM C-6,
latest edition. C. Sand shall be hard, sharp, well washed, siliceous, clean and free
from deleterious material.
D. Water shall be fresh, clean and free from organic matter, acid and alkali.

2.2 MIXTURE

A. Plaster materials, specified on a volume basis, shall be measured accurately in

approved containers that will insure the specified proportion.

B. Measuring materials with shovels or shovel count will not be permitted.

C. Mortar for brown coat shall be mixed in the proportion by volume of part Portland
Cement 3 parts sand, and part hydrated lime

D. Mortar for finish coat shall be the same as specified for brown coats, except that
the proportions of sand shall be increased to not more than 4 parts.

4.0-EXECUTION

4.1 APPLICATION

All surfaces to receive plaster shall be cleaned of all projections, dust, loose
particles, grease bond breakers and other foreign matter.

A. Plaster shall not be applied directly to concrete of masonry surfaces that have
painted or previously plastered.

B. Before the plastering work is started, masonry surfaces shall be wetted thoroughly
with a fog of clean water to produce a uniformly moist condition.

C. Brown Coat-shall be applied with sufficient pressure to fill the grooves in hollow
block or concrete to prevent air pockets and secure a good bond.

D. The brown coat shall be lightly scratched and broomed. Each coat of cement
plaster shall be kept moist for 48 hours after application and then allowed to dry.

E. Finish Coat-shall not be applied until after the brown coat has seasoned for 7
days:

1. Dust before the application of the finish coat

2. The brown coat shall again be evenly moistened with a fog spray.
3. The finish coat shall be floated first to a true and even surface then troweled in a
manner that will force the sand particles down into the plaster.

4. Plastered surfaces shall be smooth and free from rough areas, troweled in a
manner that will force the sand particles down into the plaster.

5. Thickness of the plaster shall be 10 mm (3/8") to 12mm (1/2") on vertical concrete

and on masonry

4.2 WORKMANSHIP

Plaster work shall be finished level, plumb, square and true to line within a
tolerance of 3 mm (1/8") in 3.00 meters without waves, cracks, blisters, pits, crazing,
discolorations, projections and other imperfections.

A. Plaster work shall be formed carefully around angles, contours and well up to
screeds.

B. Special care shall be taken to prevent sagging and consequent dropping of mortar
during application.

C. There shall be no visible junction marks in the final coat where on day work
adjoins the other.

4.3 PATCHING, PAINTING AND CLEARING

A. Upon completion of the building, and when directed, all loose, cracked, damage or
defective parts shall be cut out and re-plastered in a satisfactory and approved
workmanlike manner.

B. All painting and patching of plastered surface and plaster work abutting or
adjoining any other finish work, shall be done in a neat and workmanlike manner.

C. Plaster drops or spatter shall be removed from all surfaces. Exposed plastered
surfaces shall be left in a clean, unblemished condition ready to receive paint or
other finish.

D. After the work has done, all protective coverings of cement finishes shall be
removed from the floors. All rubbish and debris shall be removed from the building.
DIVISION 5 METALS STRUCTURAL STEEL

1.0 GENERAL

a. SCOPE OF WORKS

The scope of work under this section consists of furnishing of all materials, labor,
tools, equipment, and performance of all operations relative to the fabrication,
delivery to site, erection and painting of structural steel trusses and purlins as shown
in the plan.

b. DESIGN CONDITIONS

A. All structural steel work shall be in accordance with AISC Specification for the
Design, Fabrication and Erection of Structural steel for buildings.

B. Materials, and parts necessary to complete each item through such work which is
not shown or specified shall be included, such as miscellaneous bolts, anchor,
supports, braces and connections etc.

C. Shop drawings as well as erection drawings shall be prepared and submitted by

Contractor to the supervising Architect or Engineer for approval before any
fabrication is made.

c. SHOP DRAWINGS

1. Shop drawings giving complete information necessary for the fabrication of the
component parts of the structures, including the location, type and size of all rivets,
bolts and welds, shall clearly distinguish between shop and field rivets, bolts and
weld.

2. Shop drawings shall be made in conformity with the best modern practice and with
due regard to speed and economy in fabrication and erection.

2. PRODUCTS

a. MATERIALS

1. All structural steel shapes and plates shall conform to ASTM A-36.
2. Light-Guage Cold-formed Structural Steel shall conform to pertinent specifications
of the American and Steel Institute (AISI).

3. Machine Bolts shall conform to ASTM A 307. Each bolt shall be provided with
standard nuts and washers.

4. Anchor Bolts-shall conform to ASTM A-141. 5. Cross bracing with Turnbucklles

shall conform to ASTM A-307.

6. Welding Electrodes-shall conform to AWS A-5.1 or A-5.5; E70 electrodes.

b. FABRICATION

1. Field fabrication shall be kept to a minimum. And shop fabrication shall be

employed to the greatest extent possible with members shop fabricated as
practicable with a minimum requirement for field connections.

2. Welding, shearing, gas cutting, chipping and all other works involved in the
fabrication of structural steel shall be done with accuracy and of the highest quality of
workmanship, within the allowable tolerance prescribed in the AISC specifications.

c. QUALITY CONTROL

1. Quality control shall be practiced by the Fabricator to assure high quality in the
work. In addition to the Fabricator's quality control procedures, materials and
workmanship shall be subject to Inspection by qualified inspectors representing the
Owner.

2. Fabricator shall cooperate harmoniously with the inspector to avoid interpretation

in the work, when correction will be needed.

3. EXECUTION

a. WELDING

1. The technique, appearance and quality of welds and the method of correcting
defective work shall conform to the applicable provisions of "Workmanship of the
Standard Code for Welding in Building Construction of the American Welding
Society".
2. Welding of structural members in shop and on field, shall be done only by certified
and experienced welder.

3. Surfaces to be welded shall be free from loose side, rust, grease, paints and other
foreign materials that will impair the soundness of the weld.

4. Temporary weld and assembly attachments shall be kept to a minimum. All

temporary attachment that are welded, shall be removed by a flame torch above the
parent metal surface and ground to smooth surface by power grinding.

5. Note shall be made on the Plans and on the shop drawings of those joints or
groups of joints in which it is especially important for the welding sequence and
technique of welding to be controlled carefully, to minimize welding under restraint,
and to avoid undue distortion.

6. Weld length called on the Plans and on the shop drawings shall be the net
effective length.

b. CONNECTIONS AND HOLES

Connections shall be as shown in the drawings and shall develop the full capacity of
the members.

1. Surfaces or joints prepared for welded or high strength bolted connections shall
comply with the cleanliness requirements of all joints surfaces and contact surfaces
within friction types joints as specified in Bolted parts" of the AUSC Specifications.

2. Holes shall be punched or drilled at right angles to the surface of the metals and
not be enlarged by burning.

3. Holes shall be clean-cut without rugged edges. Outside burrs resulting from
drilling or reaming operations shall be removed with a tool which reaches a 1.588
mm level around the bolt holes.

c. ERECTION

1. The steel structures shall be erected plumb and true to line and grade. Bracings
and supports shall be introduced whenever necessary to take care of all the loads to
which the structure may be subjected. Such bracings shall be left in place as long as
may be required for safety

2. Base plates and bearing plates shall be supported on steel wedges until the
supported members shall have been aligned and plumb, following which the entire
bearing area shall be grouted solid with non-shrink cement grout.

3. Grouting mortar shall be of the commercial type approved by the supervising

Architect or Engineer and the methods of use as recommended by the manufacturer.

d. MARKINGS

1. Shop fabricated members shall be marked prior to delivery to facilitate the erection
of the members.

2. Markings shall be listed and given description and copies of which shall be
furnished to the owner.

3. Markings shall be neatly painted on the members with a distinctive color of enamel
paint.

e. SHOP PAINTING

1. Steel works to be encased in concrete shall not be painted. All other steel works
shall be given one coat of shop paint of red lead primer, applied thoroughly and
evenly to dry surfaces, which have been cleaned, by brush, spray roller coating or
dipping at the selection of the Fabricator.

2. Steel work prior to painting and after inspection and approval shall be cleaned of
loose mill scale, loose rust, weld slag or flux deposit, dirt and other foreign materials.

3. Oil and grease shall be removed by solvent. Parts of the steel work which shall be
yielded, welded or connected shall not be painted. All steel work specified to have no
shop paint shall likewise be thoroughly cleaned.

f. FIELD PAINTING

All steel work after complete erection, shall be field painted with the type and color
specified in the section of painting of this Specifications. Painting shall not be done
on any steel surface that is thoroughly clean and dry.
DIVISION 6 WOOD AND PLASTICS SECTION

6. GENERAL

6.1 SCOPE OF WORK

The work to be done under this Item consist of furnishing all required materials,
fabricated woodwork, tools, equipment and labor and performing all operations
necessary for the satisfactory completion of all carpentry and joinery works in strict
accord with applicable drawings, details and these Specifications.

6.2 QUALITY OF MATERIALS

All materials to be incorporated in the carpentry and joinery works shall be of

approved quality as specified. Before using, all materials shall have been inspected
and accepted by the supervising Architect or Engineer.

6.3 STORAGE AND PROTECTION OF MATERIALS

A. Lumber and other materials shall be protected from dampness during and after
delivery at the site.

B. Materials shall be delivered well in advance of actual need and in adequate

quantity to prelude delay in the work.

C. Lumber shall be piled in orderly stack at least 15.0 cm. above the ground and at
sheltered place where it will be of least obstruction to work.

6.4 SHOP DRAWING

Complete Shop Drawing with essential dimensions and details of construction, as

may be required by the supervising Architect or Engineer in connection with
carpentry and joinery work, shall be submitted for approval before proceeding with
the work.
PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Lumber

Lumber of the different species herein specified for the various parts of the
structure shall be well seasoned, sawn straight, sun-dried or kiln-dried and free from
defects such as loose and unsound knots, pitch, pockets, sapwood, cracks and other
imperfections impairing its strength, durability and appearance.

B. Grades of lumber and Usage

1. Stress grade lumber is seasoned, closed-grained and high quality lumber of the
specified specie, free from defects and suitable for sustaining heavy load.

2. Stress grade lumber shall be used for wooden structural members subject to
heavy loads, and for sub-floor framing imbedded or in contact with concrete and
masonry.

3. Select grade lumber of the specified specie is generally of high quality of good
appearance, without imperfections, and suitable also for natural finish.

4. Select grade lumber shall be used for flooring, sidings, fascia and base boards,
trims, molding, millwork, cabinet work, shelves, doors, windows and frame of
openings.

5. Common grade lumber has minimum tight medium knot larger than 25 mm in
diameter, with minimal imperfections, without sapwood, without decay, insect holes,
and suitable for use with some waste due to minor defects and suitable also for paint
finish.

6. Common grade shall be used for light framework for walls and partitions, ceiling
joist and nailers.

C. Lumber Species and Usage

Unless otherwise specified on the Plans, the following lumber species shall be used
as indicated:
1. Yacal (stress grade) for structural member such as posts, girders, girts, sleepers
door and window frames set or in contact with concrete masonry.

2. Guijo (select grade) for door and window frames set in wooden framework and for
other wooden structural parts.

3. Apitong (common grade) for wall framing, ceiling joist, hangers and nailers.

4. Tanguile (select grade) for doors and windows, fascia and base boards, trims,
mouldings, millwork, railings, stairs, cabinet work, shelves, and sidings.

5. Narra (select grade) for cabinet work, millwork, doors and windows when indicated
as such in the plan.

6. Dao (select grade) for parts of the structure as enumerated or when indicated in
the plan.

D. Moisture Content

1. Rough lumber for framing and siding boards shall be air-dried or sun-dried such
that its moisture content shall not exceed 22 percent.

2. Dressed lumber for exterior and interior finishing for doors and windows, millwork,
cabinet work and flooring boards shall be kiln dried having no moisture content in
excess of 14 percent at the time of its installation.

E. Substitution in lumber specie

1. Any lumber equally good for the purpose intended may be substituted for the
specified kind subject to the prior approval of the supervising Architect or Engineer.
Provided that the substitution shall be of equal or better specie acceptable to the
supervising Architect.

2. In case of substitution with better specie, no additional cost therefore shall be

allowed to the contractor.

F. Plywood

Plywood shall be of good grade and made of laminated wood strips bonded together
with water resistant resin glue.
1. The laminated glue core shall be finished both faces with select grade tanguile,
red similarly bonded to the core.

2. The plywood of not less than 19 mm thick be free from defects such as split in
veneer, bucking or warping and shall conform to the requirements of the Philippine
Trade Standard 631-02.

3. Thickness of a single layer of laminae shall not be less than 2 mm. The laminae
shall be superimposed in layers with grains crossing at right angles in successive
layers to produce stiffness.

4. The face veneer shall be rotary cut from selected grade timber. The laminae and
face veneers shall be bonded with water resistant resin glue, hot pressed and
pressure treated.

5. Ordinary tanguile, red lauan, palosapis or equivalent grade with good quality face
veneers, 6mm thick shall be used for double walling and ceiling not exposed to
moisture.

6. Waterproof or marine plywood shall be used for ceiling exposed to moisture such
as at toilets and eaves, and ceiling to be finished with acrytex.

G. Lawanit or Hardiflex

1. Lawanit or hardiflex when required in the plan shall be 6mm and 8 mm thick
respectively, tempered or oil impregnated for moisture/ water resistance.

2. Texture of lawanit or hardiflex shall be subject to the approval of the supervising

Architect or Engineer. H. Materials other than Lumber

1. Plastic Sheet

When required for counter top, plastic sheet such as formica shall not less than 1.50
mm thick and shall have hard, durable and glossy surface resistant to stain, abrasion
and heat. Color and design shall be as selected from the manufacturer's standard
and approval by the supervising Architect or Engineer.
2. Glue

Shall be from water resistant resins which, upon hardening, shall not dissolve
nor lose its bond or holding power even when soaked with water for extended period.

3. Fasteners

Nails, screw, bolts and straps shall be provided and used where suitable for
fixing carpentry and joinery works. All fasteners shall be brand new and of adequate
size to ensure rigidity of connection.

Nails of adequate size shall be steel wire, diamond-pointed, ribbed shank and
bright finish. Screw of adequate size shall be cadium or brass plated steel with
slotted head. Lag Screw of adequate size, for anchoring heavy timber framing in
concrete or masonry, shall be galvanized steel.

Bolts and nuts shall be of steel having a yield point of not less than 245 Mpa.
Bolts shall have square heads and provided with standard flat steel washers and
hexagonal nuts and provided with standard flat steel washers and hexagonal nuts.

Threads shall conform to American coarse thread series. The threaded

portion shall be long enough such that the nut can be tightened against the bolted
members without any need for blocking.

The threaded bolt shall be finished smooth for ease of engaging and turning
of nut Wrought Iron Straps or Angles, when required in conjunction with bolts or lag
screws to provide proper anchorage shall be of the shape and size shown on Plans.

DIVISION 7 THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

SECTION 1 PRE-PAINTED METAL SHEET

1.0 GENERAL: Scope of Work:

This item consist of furnishing all pre-painted metal sheet materials, tools and
equipment, plant including labor required in undertaking the proper installation
complete as shown on the Plans and in accordance with this Specifications.
1. A-1 MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS: All Pre-painted metal sheet and roofing ace.

SECTION 2 WATERPROOFING

1.0GENERAL

a. SCOPE OF WORKS

This item shall consist of furnishing all materials, labor, tools, equipment, plant
and other facilities required as shown on the Plans and undertaking the proper
application of integral and membrane waterproofing complete in accordance with this
Specifications.

2.0PRODUCTS

a. MATERIALS

1. Integral Proofing

Integral proofing compound shall be cementitious powder pre-mix admixture

or water base surface coat conforming with the standard Specifications set by the
Bureau of Product standards, Department of Trade and Industry.

2. Membrane Waterproofing

Membrane waterproofing shall be Osmo-seal powder, Liquid Elastomeric or

Epoxy Solventless waterproofing compound formulated for extra flexibility and
resiliency to give lasting waterproof effect. Mixture shall be applied by notched
trowel, squeegee, roller, paint brush or airless spray and shall remain tight under
condition of expansion, contraction and vibration of loads.

3.0EXECUTION

a. CONSTRUCTION

1. Concrete mixture for roof decks, balconies, toilet and bathroom, gutters, parapets,
canopies and other areas indicated on the Plans to be integrally waterproofed shall
be blended with integral waterproofing compound.

2. Only a minimum quantity of clean water shall be used in concrete mixture to be

sufficiently plastic and to obtain enough workability in placing concrete.
3. Concrete surface to be applied with membrane waterproofing shall have been
integrally waterproofed, thoroughly set, dry, clean and free from foreign matters.

4. Surface shall be topped and plastered with double strength integral waterproofing
compound pre-mix admixture of screed mixture: One(1) part Portland cement,
three(30 parts clean and sharp sand and two (2) packages integral waterproofing
compound (Ratio of 1:3:2) steel toweled to smooth surface finish.

5. Concrete slab shall be properly graded to drain rainwater. A minimum pitch of one
percent (1%) is satisfactory drain water free into the drain lines.

6. Drainage connection and weep-holes shall be set up to permit the free flow of
water. 7. Any expansion and contraction joints shall be cleaned, primed, fitted with a
backing rod and caulked with sealant 8. Prepared surfaces shall be cured and kept
wet by sprinkling water at regular intervals for a period of at least three days when
smooth surface finishes have actually set

9. Allow cured surfaces to dry and remove all dust, dirt, debris and oil.

10. All loose areas shall be refitted and well secured. Repair cracks, breaks and
open seams. Where required or as directed in the membrane waterproofing product
instruction manual, prepared surface shall be prime coated.

b. APPLICATION

1. Prior to application, concrete surface, shall be sound and cured without the use of
curing compound.

2. Apply a coat of neutralizer to remove oil, dirt, and other contaminant.

3. Apply a coat of concrete primer on surfaces to be installed with membrane self-

sealing type when required or as directed in the product instruction manual.

4. Stir thoroughly each container of membrane waterproofing before use.

5. Apply a coat of membrane by brush, airless spray, notched trowel, squeegee or

roller preferably 15 to 20 mils maximum thickness of each wet coat.

6. Three applications is recommended in the product manufacturer's instruction

manual.
7. Application of membrane waterproofing coat should not commence unless the
ambient temperature is 4.44deg C or higher and shall not proceed during inclement
weather condition.

8. The waterproofing compound is combustible. Extra care shall be observed by

persons having skin sensitiveness to wear protective gloves while applying.

c. PROTECTION OF MEMBRANE WATER PROOFING SURFACES

1. To have a bond between the membrane waterproofing and the slab, concrete
topping shall be placed as the membrane dries after 48 hours of application.

2. If a bond is not required the membrane shall be protected with asphalt asbestos
board or asphalt felt paper until such time as topping and concrete covering is
applied.

3. Prior to topping or placing concrete cover, inspect the membrane for any damage
and repair work as required.

4. Exposed membrane surfaces at basement shall be covered and protected by

installing tightly butted asphalt impregnated protection boards with a minimum
thickness of 6mm and 12mm on all horizontal areas.

5. Use asphalt impregnated joint boards along walls and cove areas.

HARDWARE

1.0GENERAL CONDITION

A. The contractor shall provide all rough hardware required for the completion of the
work. including nails, spikes, bolts, log screws, etc., and shall provide and fit in place
all finishing hardware hereinafter specified-put on in the most improved manner with
screws to match the finishes.

B. The Contractor shall provide and fit in place all hardware not herein specifically
mentioned but necessary to leave the work complete. All such hardware should
there be any, shall conform in every respect to the balance of the hardware herein
specified.
C. Finishing hardware, suitable to the service required to fully equip in the most
satisfactory operative condition, for all doors, windows transom sashes, screen door,
and windows, closet, built-in cabinets, counters, drawers, lockers and other
operating members throughout the project shall be furnished and installed or fitted by
the contractor.

D. Where the exact types of hardware specified are not adoptable to the finishing,
shape or size of members requiring the hardware, suitable types having as
applicable the same operation and quality as the corresponding individual types shall
be furnished.

a. SCOPE OF WORKS

All items shall consist of furnishing and installing all building hardware required to
ensure rigidity of joints or connections of the different parts of the structure and
equipment in a satisfactory operating condition parts of the structure such as doors,
windows, cabinet, lockers, drawers and other similar operating parts as indicated on
the plans and in accordance with this specifications

2.0PRODUCTS

a. MATERIALS

1. Rough Hardware

All rough hardware such as nails, screws, lag screws, bolts and other related
fasteners required for carpentry work shall be first class quality and locally available.

2. Finishing Hardware

All finishing hardware consisting of locksets, latches, bolts and other devices,
door closers, knobs, handles, hinges and other similar hardware shall be first class
quality available locally and conforming with the following Specifications

a) Door Locksets

Door locks appropriate for particular functions shall be of durable construction,

preferably the product of reputable manufacturer for consistent quality and master
keying.
b) Door Closer

a. All door closer shall be cast bronze provided with a key valve or cap valve for
making necessary adjustment.

b. The following table shall serve as guide in determining door closer sizes.

Door Maximum Width Size of Closer

76 cm Size 2
90 cm Size 3
107 cm Size 4
120 cm Size 5
137 cm Size 6
Use larger size where unusual conditions exist.

c) Hinges

Hinge unless otherwise indicated on the Plans shall be brass coated wrought iron
steel for interior doors and wrought bronze for exterior doors with non-rising loose
steel pins with button tips and mounting screws of the same materials.

d) Sliding Door Hardware

a. Track is rolled steel formed steel or extruded aluminum.

b. Bearing is of plain steel balls or steel rollers.

c. Wheels to be steel, brass, rubber or plastic as the case maybe.

e) Make

a. The plate numbers herein given designates the quality and styles as to the type,
design. operation, materials and finish of hardware designated.

b. Any other hardware equally good, may be substituted only in cases of urgent
necessity and subject to the written approval of the supervising Architect or
Engineer.

f) Exposed Items of Hardware

a. After hardware has been properly fitted, all exposed items such as knobs platers,
pulls, locks etc., shall be removed until final coat of painters finish has been applied,
and then hardware installed.

b. Other items of hardware, unless to be painted over that are not be moved before
painting shall be properly marked or completely covered until final coat of painter's
finish has been applied, after which such protective cover shall be removed.

b. PLACING ORDER OF HARDWARE

1. The Contractor shall place his order for all hardware early in order to avoid delay
in the job. 2. No request for extension of time shall be entertained by the Owner due
to this delay and 3. No substitution of hardware shall be allowed due to negligence of
contractor on this matter.

3.0EXECUTION

a. CONSTRUCTION

1. Door Knobs and latch Strikes

a) All lock and latch strikes shall be installed in door frames at the same height from
the floor.

b) Door knobs shall be located so that the center of the knob is 95centemeters from
the finished floor and or as directed by the supervising Architect or Engineer.

2. Butt Hinges

a) Each panel of hinged doors shall be hung on two(2) butts for doors 1.50 m or less
in height.

b) Three (3) butts, over 1.50 m high and not over 2.10 m Four (4) butts above 2.10 m
in height.

c) Doors of a greater height than 2.10 m unless otherwise specified shall be hung on
an additional one butt for each 65 centimeters or fraction thereof.

Thickness of door Width of door Size of Butt Hinges

21 Or 25 mm 1( 7/8 -1”) 90cm 63mm (2-1/2”)
28 mm ( 1 -1/8”) 90cm 75x75mm (3”x3”)
35 mm (1-3/8") 90cm 88 x 88 mm(3" x 1/2")
44 mm (1 - 3 / 4”) 90cm 100x100mm(4”x4”)
56 mm x 63 mm 90cm 125x125mm(5”x5”)

d) Where the size of the butt hinges is not sufficient to allow door to clear door trim in
open position, same shall be increased.

b. MASTER KEY AND GRAND MASTER KEY

1. All door shall be master keyed as stated on the above schedule of lockset and
grand master keying for the whole building.

2. Before placing the purchase order for door locks, it shall comply with the
manufacturer's requirements regarding the master keying for the locks.

3. The keying for this project shall be in accordance with the requirement of the
owner:

4. Supply of keys:

D-1 Grand master key 6 each

D-2 Master key 3 each
D-3 Keys for each lock 3 each

E. Other doors not included in this schedule, but necessary to leave the works
complete, shall be provided and fitted complete, by the contractor with one lockset
suitable to the service required and depending under which type and finish of each
door lock, shall be classified by the Architect or Engineer
DIVISION 8 DOORS AND WINDOWS STEEL DOORS

1.0GENERAL

a. SCOPE OF WORKS

This item shall consist of furnishing and installing all fabricated steel doors and
frames equipped with fixing accessories and locking devices in accordance with the
Plans and or shop drawings and as herein specified.

2.0PRODUCTS

a. MATERIALS

All doors cladding plates or panels shall be formed from gauge 20 cold-rolled, quality
steel. Frames shall be formed from guage 16 cold-rolled steel. The materials used
shall be conformed with the specifications requirement of ASTM-505.

1. TUBULAR DOOR (CASEMENT/ SLIDING)

1. Hollow steel doors shall be custom built size details as indicated on the Plans and
or shop drawings.

2. Cladding of doors shall be flush or louver type. Doors shall be 44mm thick, side
hinged or overhead hung, as called for on the Plans.

3. Flush doors shall be constructed from two outer steel sheets not less than gauge
20, with welded and finished flush.

4. The outer face sheets shall be reinforced with gauge 24 vertical channel or
interlocking zee members.

5. Insulation fillers of cord fiberboard, mineral wool board or asbestos shall be placed
full height in spaces between reinforcing channels.

6. Doors shall have smooth flush surfaces without any visible joints or seams on
exposed faces or stile edges except around glazed or louvered pane inserts.

7. The top and bottom frame of doors shall have continuous reinforcing channels
welded to face sheets.
8. The channels for exterior doors shall be inverted type, not less than gauge 16,
constructed to form a weather seal.

9. Where indicated on Plans, glazed opening shall be provided and molding around
glazed openings shall not be lighter than gauge 20 metal.

2. STEEL LOUVERS

1. Louvers shall be machine pressed conforming to the size and design indicated on
the Plans with removable louver pane formed to fit the metal sub-frame of openings.

2. The steel sheets shall meet the requirements of ASTM 505, rivets of ASTM B-316
screws, bolts, nuts and washers of ASTM B-211.

3. ANCHORS AND FASTENERS

1. Anchors shall be steel zinc coated or painted with rust inhibitive paint, of sizes,
and design according to manufacturer's standard.

2. Floor anchors shall not be less than gauge for installing door frames in metal latch
and plaster assemblies which shall be minimum of gauge 16 and shall not extend no
more than 20 mm out of the back of the jamb.

3.0 EXECUTION

a. CONSTRUCTION

1. Fabrication

1. Corner joints of frames shall be mitered and welded conforming to the

manufacturer's standard manual for metal doors.

2. All contact edges shall be closed tight. Welds on exposed surface shall be grinded
smooth and neat in appearance.

3. Joints for knock down type frame comers shall be designed for simple field
assembly of header to jamb members by concealing tenon, splice plates, or other in
interlocking joint that will produce square rigid corners.

4. Joints shall be securely locked in place during erection and alignment of adjoining
members shall be maintained.
5. All bolted connections shall be provided with lock units.

2. Shop Finish

All steel doors, frames and louvers shall be cleaned thoroughly by hot or cold
phosphate treatment to assure maximum paint adherence and prime finish in
accordance with the following operations:

1. After fabrication, grease and dirt shall be removed by a hot alkali solution then
rinsed with hot water.

2. After cleaning, all parts shall be immersed in hot or cold phosphate solution and
rinsed with a diluted solution of chronic acid.

3. After drying under controlled temperature, one coat of shop primer shall be
applied by dipping type especially developed for materials treated with phosphate.

4. The cleaning, phosphating, dipping, or spraying of shop primer and even drying
shall be done on a continuous operation in the factory.

3. Installation

Steel door, frames and louvers shall be set plumb and true to line in openings. The
joint between frame and masonry shall be properly caulked. Contacts between door
frame and adjacent steel shall be sealed with mastic.

4. Wall Anchors

1. A minimum of three anchors shall be provided for each jamb. Anchors shall be
located apposite the top bottom hinges and midway between top and bottom
anchors.

2. Anchors for fastening frames to masonry shall be adjustable, corrugated and or

perforated and shall be embedded not less 20 cm into the masonry.

3. Anchors for fastening frames to metal or wood stud partitions shall be welded to
metal or nailed to wood studs respectively.

4. Floor anchors shall be provided at the bottom of each jamb members. Anchors
shall be fixed/adjustable and drilled for 10mm diameter anchor bolts.
5. Where floor fill occurs, the bottom of frames shall terminate at the indicated
finished floor levels and shall be supported by adjustable extension clips resting on
and anchored to the structural slab.

5. Hardware

Side bronze butts for side hung doors and overhead pocket hardware for track and
roller types, and locksets shall be suitable for the service required and subject to the
approval of the supervising Architect or Engineer.

STEEL WINDOWS

1.0 GENERAL

a. SCOPE OF WORKS

The work covered by this Item shall consists of furnishing all fabricated steel
windows full equipped with fixing accessories and locking devices and installations
as shown on the Plans in accordance with this Specifications.

2.0PRODUCTS

a. MATERIALS

1. All materials shall be not rolled, new billet steel frame, heavy section with depth of
at least 33 mm and web thickness of at least 3mm.

2. Frame members shall be of equal leg design section only at points where called
for in the Plans, and continuous angle finish as indicated on Drawings.

3. Zee type sections of special design with offset permitting down-turned leg to the
vent member to seat flush when vent is in full closed position, shall be used for frame
at sills.

4. Ventilator members shall be of special angle shapes. Frame and vent members
shall have integral weathering baffles providing double flat parallel weathering
contacts of not less than 6 mm width on all four sides of the ventilators.

5. Muntins shall be 21 mm x 31 mm rolled Tee sections.

6. The fame member shall afford not less than 16 mm continuous anchorage to
surrounding masonry

7. Steel sections shall be hot rolled new billet steel of special design.

8. Frame and ventilator members shall be specially designed zee sections, not less
than 25mm in depth and not less than 3mm in thickness with weathering baffles
rolled integrally to provide continuous double contact between frame and casement
ventilator members.

9. Muntins shall be 19mm by 19mm rolled tee sections. Side hinges shall be of
extension friction type welded to both frame and ventilator with steel nuts and friction
washers.

b. HEAVY DUTY SIDE HINGED VENTILATOR

1. Frame and ventilator members shall be specially designed Zee section not less
than 33mm in depth and not less than 3mm in thickness, with weathering baffles
rolled integrally to provide continuous double contact between frame and side hinged
ventilator members.

2. Hinge design shall provide ferrous to non-ferrous contacts between all movable
surfaces.

3. Hinges shall be welded to both frame and ventilator.

c. AWNING VENTILATOR

This is a series of ventilators operating simultaneously. Frame, ventilator and muntin

members shall be hot rolled new billet steel sections not less than 33mm deep,
specially designed for steel windows.

3.0 EXECUTION

a. CONSTRUCTION

1. Fabrication and welds

1. Corners of frame and ventilator shall be mitered and electrically butt welded
exposed welds ground smooth.
 2. Head drips shall be provided where ventilator extend to the top of the
windows.

3. Muntin shall be welded to frames. Muntin intersections shall be welded with

flush interior surfaces.

2. Awning Window Ventilator

1. Each awning window indicated on the Plans shall be of the awning type
window in which the ventilators operate simultaneously and re-controlled manually.
Each projecting panel shall be balanced on two heavy steel supporting arms.

2. Arms for upper ventilators shall have top pivots enclosed malleable iron
housing riveted to ventilator and pivoting point shall be located outside of window
plane to provide efficient leverage.

3. Awning window ventilators in each window shall be equipped with

extension arms attached to connecting steel frame and shall be concealed within the
frame when ventilators are in closed position.

4. Where windows are screened, provide a bronze under screen push bar
working through the frame member.

5. Vent connections shall have provisions for adjustment to take up wear.

6. Each pivoted window ventilators shall be pivoted horizontally at the center

line, unless otherwise noted in the drawings. Pivot shall be heavy solid bronze
removable pins held in place with washers and cotter pins.

7. Hardware shall consist of bronze peg stay bars for ventilators within reach
of floor.

3. Installation

1. All steel windows shall be set plumb and true to line in openings. The joints
between window frame and masonry shall be carefully caulked.

2. Contact between windows or doors and adjacent steel including mullions

shall be sealed with mastic furnished and applied by the contractor.
 3. Windows shall be designed for glazing from the outside with spring wire
glazing putty.

4. Mullions and anchors shall be of manufacturer's standard design. Vertical

mullions, anchors and bolts for attaching shall be furnished where required.

5. Adequate anchorage shall be provided to ensure firm installation.

4. Shop Painting

1. All windows shall be given a coating of gray metallic paint applied to all
surfaces as paint base for prevention of corrosion.

2. Prior to application of paint primer the steel sections shall be cleaned of

rust, oil, grease and other foreign matter.

ALUMINUM GLASS DOORS AND WINDOWS

1.0 GENERAL

a. SCOPE OF WORKS

This Item shall consist of furnishing all aluminum glass door and window
materials, labor, tools, and equipment required in undertaking the proper installation
as shown on the Plans and in accordance with this Specifications.

2.0PRODUCTS

a. MATERIALS

1. Frames and panel members shall be fabricated from extruded aluminium sections
true to details with clean, straight, sharply defined profiles and free from defects
impairing strength, durability and appearance.

2. Extruded aluminum sections shall conform to the specification requirements of

ASTM B-211. 3. Screws, nuts, washers, bolts, rivets and other miscellaneous
fastening devices shall be made of non-corrosive materials such as aluminium and
stainless steel.
4. Hardware for fixing and locking devices shall be closely matched to the extruded
aluminium section and adaptable to the type and method of opening.

5. Vinyl weather strip shall be first class quality flexible vinyl forming an effective seal
and without adverse deformation when installed.

6. Pile weather strip shall be silicon treated and free from residual wetting agents
and made of soft fine hair as on wool, fur, etc.

7. Glazing shall conform to the requirement specified in item Glass and Glazing
Specifications.

3.0EXECUTION

a. CONSTRUCTION

1. For all assembly and fabrication works, the cut ends shall be true to line and
accurately jointed, free of burrs and rough edges.

2. Cut-out recesses, mortising, grinding operation for hardware shall be accurately

made and properly reinforced when necessary.

3. Main frame shall consist of head, sill and jamb stiles specifically designed and
machined to inter-fit and be joined at corners with self-threading screws.

4. Frame sill shall be stepped and sloped with offset weep holes for efficient
drainage to the exterior.

5. Door panel shall be accurately joined at corners assembled and fixed rigidly to
ensure weather tightness.

6. Aluminium glass door and main frame shall be installed in a prepared opening to
be set plumb, square, level and true to details.

7. All joints between metal surface and masonry shall be fully caulked to ensure
weather tightness.

8. Sliding panel shall be equipped with concealed roller overhead tracks with bottom
guide. 9. Double action type door panel shall be equipped with heavy duty hinges
that will control the door leaf in a close or open position.
10. Weather strip shall be furnished on edges at the meeting stiles of doors.

11. Where aluminium is to be in contact with steel, concrete, cinder, block, tile,
plaster or other similar masonry construction, the aluminium surface shall be back
painted before erection with a bituminous paint.

12. Sliding windows shall be provided with nylon sheave.

13. Exposed aluminium surface shall be electro type hard coats.

14. Protection

1. All aluminium parts shall be protected adequately to ensure against

damaged during transit and construction operation.

2. Aluminium parts in contact with steel members shall be properly insulated

by a coat of zinc chromate primer applied to the steel or by application of bituminous
paint.

15. Cleaning

1. The Contractor shall protect all entrance units during construction and shall
be responsible for removal of protective materials and cleaning of all aluminium
surfaces.

2. Aluminium shall be thoroughly cleaned with plain water with kerosene or

gasoline and then wipe surfaces using clean cotton fabric. No abrasive cleaning
agents shall be permitted.

GLASS AND GLAZING

1.0GENERAL

a. SCOPE OF WORKS

This item consists of furnishing all glass and glazing materials, labor, tools, plants
and equipment required in undertaking the proper installation as shown on the Plans
and in accordance with this Specifications.

2.0 PRODUCTS
a. MATERIALS

All glass and glazing materials shall be delivered at jobsite with labels affixed
indicating quality, make, type and thickness. Each glass in glazed position shall
resist a design pressure of 244 kilograms per square meter.

a) Plate Glass

Plate glass shall be manufactured from float glass that is mechanically rounded and
polished and sealed with a coating of silver and a uniform film of electrolytic copper
plating, then applied with protective coating of paint to seal out moisture from the
silver. Use where good vision is required.

b) Float Glass

These basic types of glass shall be manufactured by floating continuous ribbon of

molten glass into a bath of molten tin where it is reheated to obtain a flat fire polished
finish and annealed slowly to produce a transparent float glass eliminating grinding
and polishing. Variations of these basic types are:

Grade AA-intended for use were superior quality is required Grade A intended for
selected glazing

Grade B- Intended for general glazing

Greenhouse quality-intended for greenhouse glazing where quality is not very

important.

1. Glazing Materials

a) Glazing materials for glass installation may be:

1) Bulk compound such as mastic that are elastic and non-skinning

compound.

2) Putties- wood sash putty, or metal sash quality.

3) Sealant shall be chemically compatible with setting blocks, edge blocks and
sealing tapes.

b) Performed Sealant such as:

 1) Synthetic polymer-shall be base sealant that is resilient or non-resilient
type.

2) Performed Gasket-shall be compression or structural type.

c) Setting and edges Blocks shall be made of lead or neoprene, chemically

compatible with sealant.

d) Accessories like glazing clips, shims spacer strips etc. shall be made from non-
corroding metal accessories.

2. Schedule of Glass

a) Use 5.6 mm (7/32") thick sheet glass of locally manufactured clear quality for the
following: (unless otherwise indicated on the Plans as frosted)

1) Aluminum windows and doors, notwithstanding plate glass indicated elsewhere.

2) Fixed glass louvers.

3) Glass panels for partitions and counter door panels, if any.

3.0EXECUTION

a. CONSTRUCTION

1. Safety precaution and procedure shall be observed in determining the sizes and in
providing the required clearances by measuring the actual opening to receive the
glass.

2. Movable items or parts shall be kept in a closed and locked position until after the
glazing compound has thoroughly set.

3. All glass sheets shall be bedded, back puttied, secured in place

4. Apply putty in a uniformly straight lines, with accurately formed bevels and clean
cut corners, then remove excess putty from glass frames.

5. Set glass in hollow metal doors and in metal frames of interior partitions in felt
channel insets or embedded in putty to prevent any rattle.

1. Secure glass in wood doors and wooden frames with glazing stops.
 2. Secure stops on doors with screws

6. Glass breakage caused in executing the work or by faulty installation shall be

replaced by the Contractor without extra without extra cost.

7. Improperly installed glass which does not fully meet the requirements of its grade,
will not be accepted and shall be replaced without extra cost.

b. WORKMANSHIP

1. All glass shall be accurately cut to fit openings and set with equal bearing on the
entire width of plane.

2. Putty shall be neatly run in straight lines parallel with inside of glazing rebate.

3. Corners shall be carefully made. All excess putty shall be removed and surfaces
left clean.

4. Apply a thin layer of putty to rebate and set glass. Apply putty by pressing into an
even bed secured.

5. Place spring wire or angle glazing clips and run face putty. Remove excess putty
from other side flush with edge of rebate.

c. CLEANING

Clean all glass on both sides after putty has been applied completely. Do not
disturb edge of putty with scraper. At completion of work leave glass and glazing
works free from cracks and rattles and clean on both sides..

DIVISION 9 FINISHES

SECTION 1 FLOOR COATING SYSTEM

1.0 GENERAL

1.1 Scope of work

Furnish all labor, materials and other facilities required for the finishing of all
floor surfaces shown in the plans and specified herein
1.2.0 PRODUCTS

1.2.1 MATERIALS

A. Materials used shall conform to the provisions of section 2.1 of this specification.

B. Concrete proportion on ground floor slab shall have a 1:2-1/2:5 ratio of loose
volume or said proportion, including cement ratio, shall be established on the basis
of trial mixtures.

1.2.2 REQUIREMENTS

All floors and stairs shall be finished with plain cement and sloping as specified in the
plan. It shall be done right after the pouring of concrete on floor slabs.

SECTION 2 CLASSROOM FOLDING PARTITIONS

2.0 GENERAL

2.1 Scope of work

Furnish all labor, materials and other facilities required for the finishing of all floor
surfaces shown in the plans and specified herein.

2.0 PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Materials used shall conform to the provisions of section 2.1 of this specification.

2.2 REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 3 TILE WORKS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 Scope of work

Furnish all Ceramic tiles and Cementitious materials, tools and equipment
including labor required in undertaking the proper installation of walls and floor tiles
as shown in the plans and specified herein.

PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 MATERIALS

A. Ceramic Tiles

1. Ceramic tiles and trims shall be made of clay, or a mixture of clay and other
materials which is called the body of the tile classified by ASTM C-242 as to their
degree of water absorption.

2. Ceramic tile or trims are manufactured either by dust pressed process or by

plastic process in which the clays are made plastic by mixing with water, shaped by
extrusion or in molds and then fired.

B. Glazed Tiles and Trim

1. Glazed tiles and trims shall have an impervious face of ceramic materials fused on
to the tiles and trims.

2. The glazed surface may be clear white or colored depending on the color scheme
approved by the Architect.

3. Standard glaze may be bright (glossy) semi-matte (less glossy) matte (dull) or
crystalline (mottled and textured), good resistance to abrasion.

4. Used glazed tile for walls. Crystalline glazed tiles may be used for floors provided
that these are used as light duty floors.

C. Unglazed Tiles and Trims

1. Unglazed tiles shall be hard dense tile of homogenous composition. Its color and
characteristics are determined by the materials used in the body, the method of
manufacture and the thermal treatment. Unless otherwise specified, used unglazed
tiles for all floors as indicated on the plan.

2. Trims are manufactured to match wall tile color, texture and to coordinate with it in
dimensions.

3. These are shaped in various ceramic trim units such as caps, bases, coves, bull-
nose, corners, angles, etc. that are necessary for edging or making a transition
between intersecting surfaces.
D. REQUIREMENTS

1. Tile work shall not be started until roughing-ins for plumbing, electrical and other
trades have been completed and tested. The work of all other trades shall be
protected from any kind damages.

A. Surface Preparation

1. Mortar mix for scratch coat and setting bed shall consist of one part Portland
cement part lime and 3 parts sand by volume.

2. Surface to received tile must be level, true to elevation, dry, free from dirt, oil and
other kinds of ointments.

3. Allow at least seven days curing of scratch coat and setting bed. Installation work
shall not be allowed to proceed until unsatisfactory conditions are corrected.

4. Thoroughly dampen surfaces of masonry or concrete before scratch coat is

applied.

5. On masonry surface apply first a thin coat with pressure, then bring it out
sufficiently to compensate for the major irregularities of the surface to a thickness not
less than 10 mm at any point.

6. Evenly rake the scratch coat to provide good mechanical key before the mortar
mix has fully hardened.

PART 3 EXECUTIONS

3.1 INSTALLATION

A Ceramic Wall Tiles

Ceramic tiles shall be soaked in clean water prior to installation for a minimum of one
hour. 1. Determine and mark layout of ceramic tiles as to minimize cutting less than
one half size of the tile.

2. Thoroughly dampen surface of wall but not to saturate the surface.

3. Apply a bond coat mix with consistency of cream paste 1.5 mm thick to the wall
surface or to the back of the tile to be laid.

4. Lay the tiles true to profile then exert pressure and tamp title surface before the
bond coat mix has initially set.

5. Continue with the next full tile to be laid and pressed firmly upon the setting bed
tamped until flush and in place of the other tiles.

6. Intersections and returns shall be formed accurately using the appropriate trim.

7. All lines shall be kept straight and true to profiles, plumbed and internal corners
rounded using the appropriate trims.

B. Ceramic Tile Floor Tiles

1. Before tile is laid to the floor, surface shall be tested for levelness or uniformity of
slope by flooding it with water. Area where water ponds are filled and leveled, shall
be tested again before the setting bed is applied.

2. Establish the lines of borders and center of the walls at the field work in both
directions to permit the pattern to be laid with a minimum cutting of tiles.

3. Clean concrete sub-floor then moisten but do not soak. Then, sprinkle dry cement
over the surface and spread the mortar on the setting bed.

4. Apply and spread mortar mix for setting bed and tamp to assure good bond over
the entire area to be laid with tile.

5. Pitch floor to drain as shown on plans or as directed by the Architect or Engineer.

6. Allow the setting bed to set sufficiently, and then spread a bond coat over the
surface and lay the tile.

Grouting and Pointing

1. Before grouting of joints, tiles shall have been laid in place for at least 24 hours.
Grouting mortar shall be white Portland cement or blended with pigments to acquire
the color appropriate for the ceramic tiles.
2. Grouting mortar shall be applied over the tile by float or squeegee stroked
diagonally across the joints.

3. Remove excess mortar with a wet sponge stroked diagonally or in a circular

motion after 12-15 minutes.

4. Polish surface of tile with soft cloth.

Protection

1. Apply a protective coat of neutral cleanser solution diluted with water in the
proportion of 1:4 or one liter cleanser concentrate to one gallon of water.

2. In addition, cover tile floor with heavy duty non-staining construction paper, taped
in place.

3. Just before final acceptance of the work, remove paper and rinse the protective
coat of neutral cleaner from the tile surface.

4. Do not let protective paper get torn or removed.

Painting

2.13.1. General

All necessary scaffolding, tools and appliances, and everything else required
for the execution of the works shall be supplied by the Contractor. No painting on
exterior work shall be done during wet or foggy weather or upon surfaces that are
not thoroughly dry. All Surfaces to be painted shall be properly prepared according to
approved practice. All tints and shades shall be approved. The tints of undercoats
shall approximate those of the finishing colour. In order to indicate the number of
coats applied a difference shall be made in the tint of each successive coat. All
paints varnishes and other materials shall be supplied in marked packets or this by a
well-known and approved paint making firm. The materials supplied shall be used
strictly in accordance with the maker's instructions.

2.13.2. Oil-bound Water Paints

These paints shall be prepared by adding the proper colouring material to a

solution of lime putty together with the proper quantity of linseed oil so that the
required colour is achieved.

2.13.3 Distempers

Distempers of both type, i.e.. washable and non- washable oil-free must
conform t( B.S 1053, 195,0 Water paints and distempers" They must be provided in
sealed tins of any ready mixed brand approved by the Engineer. Prior to
distempering plastered surfaces must be dressed to reduce suction. This shall be
achieved by using clearcolle i.e.a solution of size to which only a small proportion of
whiting (finely ground chalk) can be added. 63- When the water is added to the
ready-mixed distemper according to manufacture's instructions, it is necessary to
allow the mix to stand for about an hour before using, in order to allow air bubbles to
escape and ensure a smooth coat unless otherwise recommended by the
manufacturer.

2.13.4 Cement Paints

These paints are a type having a base of white portland cement to which are
added other materials to adjust the setting and working qualities. In the case of
coloured paints, ordinary portland cement is used, together with suitable pigments
which shall be capable of resisting the action of alkalis. This type of paint is supplied
in powder form and mixed with water for application. It contains water-proofer and
hardener can be applied on damp or fresh cement but can be applied over other
paint or distemper. It is essential that the mixing should be done according to the
maker's instructions to ensure satisfactory results. Cement paint shall be used within
one hour after mixing.

2.13.5 Oil Paints

These paints shall be of the best quality composed of best quality linseed oil,
boiled or not of zinc white for the interior surfaces or white lead for the exteriors and
of the necessary colouring material for the required colour. The contractor shall
always test any quantity of linseed oil to make sure that it is not any of the usual
chemical substitutes. The grinding of the colouring material and its mixing with the
linseed oil shall be so good that a small quantity of the product spread on a glass
pane shall not show any particle of the colouring material not grinded. Any special
paint to be used shall be brought by the contractor in containers where originally
filled by the manufacturer and it shall be of the best quality form the best local or
foreign manufacturers.

2.13.6 Painting Iron and Steelwork

The contractor shall furnish any special cleaners and cleaning equipment to
clean the surfaces to be painted and any special etching compounds or other
compounds required to prepare surfaces for painting. All rust scale oil dirt etc. shall
be removed so that a perfectly clean surface is obtained. Galvanized surfaces shall
first be neutralized with a galvanized etch Rinsed off thoroughly- and dried
thoroughly before being painted with the primer. Prefabricated components which
are not welded on site are to be primed in the factory before delivery. Any damage
which occurs during transport is to be made good according to the specification for
site painted components:

Priming must be carried out on clean surfaces as above with yellow air drying
zinc chlorate primer. Primer is to be applied by brush and to cover the whole surface
to be painted including all holes services etc. thickness of the first coat to be not less
than 0.04mm.

All arises corners, rivets, weld fillets, and bolts to be primed as above. Second
priming coat is to be zinc chromate. Coat thickness for both coats is not to be less
than 0.6mm. 64- This preparation and priming shall be followed up promptly by the
completion of the specified paint system. Where this is not practicable the primer
shall be protected by a protective coating. Metal work shall receive an intermediate
field coat of an alkaline base (paint synthetic resin). After final acceptance all
metalwork shall receive one final coat of paint.

Prior to the application of the final coat of paint all damage to the previous
shall be touched up with the same paint and all grease oil and dirt on the surfaces to
be painted, shall be removed and the surface shall be completely dry before
painting. Total paint thickness to be 0.1 mm.

2.13.7 Water Paints

Water paints on wall surface or ceilings shall be applied in two or more coats
until a perfect and uniform colour is achieved, the colour shall be chosen by the
Engineer. When the plasters are completed and repairs done (tilling of holes
scaffoldings, covering of electrical conduits, water supply pipes heating etc) and all
these have dried out well the first coat shall be applied consisting of a solution of
sieved putty of wood burned lime in drinkable water. Then shall follow a careful
scraping of all the irregularities on the wall surfaces, filling- in of joints between walls
and architraves picture rails cover fillets sills etc. and general repair of plaster. Then
the last coats shall be applied consisting of the same putty solution in which coloured
matter shall be added, each coat shall be applied after the previous one has dried
out.

When applying exterior paints in particular new scaffolding shall be used

because the scaffoldings which where used for the plaster shall have been removed
and the holes in the walls shall be filled in. For all water paints the proper quantity of
linseed oil shall be put in the putty solution.

2.13.8 Glossy Finished Putty Oil- Painting of Walls

All surfaces to be painted shall first be cleaned and scraped to become free of
plaster terrazzo water paint, and splashed and be brushed clean from dust. After
correct preparation as described above and all surfaces are free of any defect two
coats at right angle directions shall be applied consisting of double putting of a rather
thin mixture of powdered whiting, linseed oil turpentine and drier. As soon as the
double putting is dry, a coat of this oil- paint shall be applied (priming paint). After the
priming paint shall follow fine putty smoothing and filling of holes pores etc, the
surfaces shall be carefully inspected for any smooth spots which may have been left
and which shall be rubbed down with sandpaper before the first coat of paint is
applied. Before applying, the second coat of paint the surfaces shall again be rubbed
with sandpaper to avoid peeling of the paint. In any circumstances if the work is not
properly done or bad quality materials were used the applied paint shall be scraped
off and the coats repeated at the contractor's own expense additionally the
contractor shall clean away at his own expense all paint or linseed oil and other
stains from wall surfaces floors doors windows and other installations and make
good any damage caused during the oil painting-65.

2.13.9 Roughly Finished putty Oil- Painting of Walls

These shall be executed as described in spec. 2.13.2. with the difference that
the two top coats shall consist of thick oil paint and immediately each coat is applied
the surface shall be treated with a special brush.

2.13.10 Varnishing of Wall Surfaces

After the glossy finished putty oil painting as described in spec.2.13.8 is

finished the surface shall be rubbed with sandpaper and covered with a coat of good
quality varnish.

2.13.11 Repainting of Wall Surfaces

All defective plaster shall be cut out and made good with keen's cement (of
equivalent cement which dries with hard glossy surface) Slight cracks shall be made
good with hard stopping. Large cracks shall be cut out with the edges undercut,
given one coat of oil paint, and filled with keen's cement, the edge being closely knit
and the filling being level with surrounding surfaces. All loose and defective paint
shall be removed from previously painted surfaces before repainting. The blow lamp
shall not be used on curved surface or surfaces adjoining glass such as sashes.
Paint removers shall be of a approved quality free from soda or other caustic
substances and shall be used in accordance with the maker's instruction. Alkaline
paint. removers shall not be used except under exceptional circumstances and with
the approval of the Engineer. After correct preparation of surfaces as described
above painting shall be carried out in accordance with spec. 2.13.7 to 2 13.10
inclusive.

2.13.12. Painting Concrete

Cement to be thoroughly dried out before painting is commenced. All

defective surfaces to be cut out and made good with materials of the same type. The
surface to be painted must be completely dry and at least 4 weeks old. Paints to be
mixed to the consistency of a thin soup for the first coat and somewhat thicker for the
second coat. The paint is to be kept thoroughly stirred during application and for
colored paints no extra water is to be added after painting has begun. The base is to
be well wetted by spraying 3 times between 30 and 60 minutes of the application of
the paint. Painting is to be carried out preferably in the shade so that evaporation is
same color with an interval of at least 24 hours between the two coats. The paint is
to be brushed on with a stiff brush with short bristles. The painted surface is to be
sprayed with a fine mist spray regularly for at least) days after the final coat.

2.13.13. Painting Plaster Work

Plaster to be thoroughly dried out before painting is commenced. All defective

surfaces to be cut out and made good with materials of the same type. Plastic alkali-
resistant paint to be brush applied in two coats before the installation of plan etc.
plaster ground to be free from chacks, surface unevenness loose patches etc. and to
be dry (at least three weeks after setting). All dust and damp generating activities to
be stopped or removed during painting-66-

After erection of all brackets plant etc, the priming coats to be washed down
by sponging with clean water. All defects in the surfaces or damage caused by
sponging oil in the erection of brackets etc. to be made good. Final coat to be
applied by brushing or rolling. The final coat must be well protected during drying
and afterwards until the building is handed over.

2.13.14 Painting Wood Work

Wood surfaces shall be rubbed down with fine water proof abrasive paper. All
knots to be painted with two coats of shellac and all holes cracks and crevices
scraped out primed and made good with hard stopping or plastic wood faced up and
rubbed down to an even surface. (Glazing putty may not be used for this purpose).

Woodwork to be properly primed before being fixed in position. All wood work
not previously painted, or from which defective paint has been removed to be given a
coat of priming well brushed in. Woodwork shall receive an intermediate field coat
and final coat of paint as above and with the same conditions. Both coats shall be of
oil colors.

2.13.15 'Measurement of Painting

Painting shall be measured per square meter (however the paint in iron frame
work doors window and miscellaneous iron work are included in the rate of these
items).

DIVISION 10 SPECIALTIES

SECTION 1 ACOUSTIC CEILING

1.0 GENERAL

a. SCOPE OF WORKS

This item shall consist of furnishing and installing acoustic ceiling materials, tools,
labor and equipment and performing all operations for all acoustical treatment
requirements as shown on the Plans and in accordance with this Specification.

2.0 PRODUCTS

a. MATERIAL

1. All acoustic materials shall be delivered in the manufacturer's original unbroken

packages or containers labeled plain with manufacturer's name and trade mark.

2. All materials shall be carefully handled and delivered to the job site provide with a
storage space protected from damages by water or dampness.

3. All acoustic ceiling materials shall be provided with non-combustible material fiber
and have a 9, 12, 15 mm thickness and must have the following physical properties:

Property Figures Test Methods

a) Thickness tolerance 0.2 mm JIS A 6307
b) Density 320 350 kg/sq.m JIS A 6307
c) Moisture 1.0 2.0% JIS A 6307
d) Flexural strength 20-25 kgf/sq. cm JIS A 6307
e) Thermal conductivity 0.047 kcal/mhc JIS A 6307
f) Light reflectance 87% ASTM C 523
g) Flame spread Class 1 (0-25) ASTM E 84
Class 25 US Federal
Specs SS-s 118a

3.0 EXECUTION

a. CONSTRUCTION

The acoustic ceiling materials to be used shall conform to the samples

approved by the bureau of Design. All acoustical work shall be done by men
experience and qualified to do this particular trade.

1. Inspection of Surface

1. The acoustic contractor shall verify and examine all surfaces covered and the
conditions under which all acoustic ceiling work is to be performed and must note all
unsatisfactory conditions

2. No work shall be performed unless all noted unsatisfactory conditions have been
corrected by the General Contractor.

2. Surface preparation

Before any installation of the work, all surfaces to receive acoustic treatment
shall be clean, dry, level and free from irregularities and shall be tested for adhesive
bond.

3. Installation of Acoustic materials

1. Installation of acoustic materials shall be accordance with the detailed section and
with the manufacturer's manual of instruction.
2. Acoustic materials shall be cut as required to fit the perpendicular condition and
shall be properly secured by anchorage and other accessories to obtain a
satisfactory workmanlike installation.

3. No mechanical work shall be exposed on the finish work.

4. All joints around electrical outlets, pipes and other work extending through
materials shall be sealed with caulking

4. Cleaning of the Surface

1. The finished surface shall be cleaned and free from any spots, dirt marks and dust
by the use of soft art gum eraser.

2. For wider area with larger smudges, use a chemical treated new sponge rubber
pad or wall paper cleaner.

3. Dust shall be removed by brushing lightly with a soft brush or clean rag, or by
vacuum cleaner with soft brush attachment

5. Guarantee

1. The materials and workmanship provided under this item shall be guarantee by
the acoustical Contractor for a period of one year from the time of final inspection
and acceptance of the work in writing by the supervising architect.

2. Any defective materials or workmanship shall be replaced and corrected by the

contractor without extra cost to the Owner.

3. The work accomplished shall be measured in area by square meter or by number

of tiles or board.

4. The quantity determined shall be paid for at the contract unit bid price which price
constitute full payment including labor, materials, tools and equipment and
incidentals necessary to complete the work.
DIVISION 11

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

1. All electrical works herein shall be executed according to the requirements of the
National Building Code of the Philippines, the Philippine Electrical Code, the Rules
and Regulations of the local government unit and requirements of local Power
Company and local telephone company.

2. All electrical works shall be done under the direct supervision of a duly licensed
electrical engineer.

3. All metallic conduits, cabinets, metal frames of equipment and lighting fixtures
shall be properly grounded and bonded.

4. All panel board shall be provided with equipment grounding terminal bus which
conforms with the latest edition of the Philippine Electrical Code.

5. All materials to be used shall be new and installed in applications for which they
are intended.

6. All branch circuits and feeders shall be installed as indicated in the plans.
Combination of the homeruns in the same raceway shall not be acceptable unless
noted otherwise.

7. Minimum size of wire for power shall be 3.5 mm sq. and for control wires shall be
2.0 mm sq.

8. Mounting height of devises shall be as detailed in the plans or detailed by the

project Architect and or as follows:

Local switch 1370 mm above finish floor line

300 mm above finish floor line or 170
Receptacles
mm above counter

9. Exposed conduit runs shall be installed in parallel or perpendicular with the

building line, diagonal run shall not be accepted. All boxes and conduits shall be
rigidly supported by hanger rods, angle bars, u bolts and metal conduit clamps. Use
of G.I wire hanger is not acceptable. Conduit support shall be every 1500 mm
interval.

10. Use of metal flexible shall be limited to 1000 mm length only. Use of mica tube
shall be limited only to six inches. Use of non-metallic flexible conduit is not allowed.

11. All lighting fixture transformers shall be mounted on concrete or non-combustible

surface only. Otherwise use hanger rods, and angle bars to support them.
Transformers shall not be mounted directly on drop ceilings.

12. For switch the receptacles boxes with more than six (6) wires entering them, use
100 x 100 x 50 mm square boxes with one (1) adapter ring.

13. All pull boxes, splice boxes and auxiliary gutters shall be gauge #14.

14. Boxes shall be made of Code gauge steel with zinc chromate protection.

15. All receptacles outlets shall be properly grounded to the box by means of
grounding lugs.

16. All molded case circuit breakers for motors shall be industrial type.

17. All empty conduits shall be provided by pulling wires.

18. Exact location and rating of all equipment to be supplied by other trades shall be
coordinated with their respected trade drawings/plans prior to implementation.

19. Communication and data circuit run shall be separated by 100 mm minimum
distance from power circuit run.

20. Additional material specifications aside from those mentioned elsewhere shall be
as follows or approved equal:

a. Intermediate Metallic Conduit (IMC) Panasonic

b. Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Conduit Atlanta
c. Wires and Cables Phelp Dodge
d. Circuit Breaker (Bolt On Type and Square D/G.E.
Internal Common Trip)
e. Wiring Devices Panasonic
DIVISION 12

PLUMBING SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:

1. All plumbing works/installation shall conform to the latest requirements and

specifications of the Revised National Plumbing Code of the Philippines
(NPCP), the National Building Code of the Philippines, and other local
ordinances.

2. 2 Verify all drawing / dimensions with conditions at the site, and other related
drawings. Should any discrepancies in the plans be found, contact
immediately the designing Architect, Engineers, and Master Plumber for
clarification.

3. All pipes shall be installed as per plan. Any relocation shall require the
approval of the Designing Architect, Engineers and the Master Plumber.

4. All pipe sizes are in millimeter and dimensions/ distances are in meters,
unless otherwise noted.

5. All Drainage, Waste, Vent (DWV) pipes shall maintain a slope of:

2.0%-pipes 90mm (3") Ø or smaller

1.5%-pipes 110mm (4") Ø or larger

6. Drain, waste and vent (DWV) pipes shall be Unplasticized Polyvinyl Chloride
(uPVC), Series 1000. Atlanta Brand, or equivalent with jointing materials as
recommended by manufacturer. Unless specified in the plans, pipe sizes shall
be as follows:

160 mm (6") Ø for storm drainage soil pipe

110 mm (4") Ø for soil pipes, soil stack, and soil branch serving more than
3 water clauset
90 mm (3") Ø for soil branch serving no more than 3 water drain pipe,
and main clauset, vent
63 mm (2") Ø for drain pipes, and vent pipes
 7. All vents passing thru roof shall extend not less than one (1) meter above and
away from and door or window opening..

8. All joints at the roof around vent pipes shall be made watertight by the use of
approved flashings or flashing material.

9. Water supply piping system shall be Polypropylene (PE), type 3, Fusio pipe
brand or equivalent.

10. Union & Valves shall be PE, type 3, Fusio pipe brand or equivalent, and
installed as indicated in the plans.

11. Roughing in for pipes shall be tested prior to being covered with concrete,
earth or attachment of fixtures. Refer to the Revised National Plumbing Code
for manner of testing and minimum pressure required.

12. All plumbing fixtures shall be installed as per manufacturer's

recommendations (e.g. use clauset flange in installing water clauset).

13. Fixtures to be used in the building shall be as follows:

 Flush valve Water Closet, white, American

Office Comfort Room
General use Comfort room
Std(New Sibia)brand or equivalent
 Waterless Urinal, white, American Std (Mini
Washbrook) brand or equivalent
 Under-counter lavatory, American Std(Ovalyn)
brand or equivalent
 CHB, tiled and waterproofed slop sink
 Flush valve shall be placed at a height of
1.50M from Finished Floor line
 Flush valve Water Closet, white, American
Std(New Sibia)brand or equivalent
 Waterless Urinal, white, American Std (Mini
Washbrook) brand or equivalent
 Under-counter lavatory, American Std(Ovalyn)
 brand or equivalent
 CHB, tiled and waterproofed slop sink Flush
valve shall be placed at a height of 1.50M
from Finished Floor line

14. Cistern tank must be constructed of reinforced concrete, watertight and

waterproof using any non-toxic waterproofing paint, Aquashield brand or
equivalent.

15. Each cistern compartment shall be provided with a manhole, extended to level
ground for easy access and cleaning. Overflow pipe must be provided
equipped with a screen to prevent rodents and other vermin form entering

16. Overhead water tank shall be Stainless Steel Cylindrical tank or Polyethylene
Tank mounted horizontally, Bestank brand or equivalent.

17. Water pump shall be Goulds or Speroni brand or equivalent. Pressure tank
shall be 26 liters diaphragm type

18. Septic Vault shall be constructed watertight / waterproof to eliminate seepage.

Both chambers of the septic vault shall be provided with manhole for easy
access and cleaning.

19. Outflow from such septic vault shall be discharged directly to the street
drainage. Drain pipes, catch basin discharging outflow form the septic vault
shall also be constructed waterproof to prevent leakage from percolating to
the ground.

20. The top cover of both Septic Vault and Cistern Tank shall not be put in place,
unless inspected and approved by the supervising Master Plumber.

21. Whenever available, potable water requirement for buildings used for human
habitation shall be supplied from existing Municipal or City Waterworks
System as per section 902, chapter 9 of the National Building Code
 22. Journeyman plumber assigned on the project must be TESDA certified and
should show proof of skill in handling and working with Polypropylene (PPR)
pipes.

23. All work shall be done by a licensed Master Plumber, or a journeyman under
the direct supervision of a licensed Master Plumber.

DIVISION 13

ELECTRONICS SPECIFICATIONS

PAGING SYSTEM

1.0 GENERAL

1.1 The Contractor shall furnish and install all equipment including, but not limited to,
outlet boxes, conduit (with pull strings), wiring, speakers, amplifiers, mixers,
microphones, and all other equipment necessary to provide a complete and
operating system for the Project.

2.0 SUBMITTALS

2.1 Data sheets shall be provided on all equipment being provided.

2.2 Block diagram connections shall be provided.

2.3 Wiring diagrams showing typical field wiring connections shall be provided.

3.0 QUALIFICATIONS

3.1 The Contractor shall be from an established and locally run business which has
been operating in the area for a minimum of 1 year.

3.2 The Contractor shall show evidence that he maintains a service organization and
parts inventory to adequately support the supplied equipment.

4.0 MAINTENANCE SERVICE

4.1 The Contractor shall provide a one-year guarantee of the installed system
against defects in material and workmanship. All labor and materials shall be
provided at no expense to the Owner. Guarantee period shall begin on the date of
acceptance by the Owner or engineer.

4.2 A maintenance contract offering continued factory authorized service of this

system shall be made available if requested by the Owner.

5.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE

5.1 The Contractor shall currently maintain a locally run business for a minimum of 1
year and shall be an authorized distributor of the supplied equipment with full
warranty privileges.

5.2 The Contractor shall maintain at his facility the necessary spare parts in the
proper proportion as recommended by the equipment manufacturer to maintain and
service the equipment being supplied. This facility shall be available for inspection by
the engineer.

5.3 The supplying Contractor shall have attended the manufacturer's installation and
service school.

5.4 The Contractor shall furnish manufacturer's manuals of the completed system
including individual specification sheets, schematics, inter-panel and intra-panel
wiring diagrams. In addition, all information necessary for the proper operation of the
system must be included.

5.5 As built drawings that include any changes to wiring, wiring designations,
junction box labelling and any other pertinent information shall be supplied upon
completion of project