TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

FOR
MECHANICAL WORKS

PREPARED BY :

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PROFESSIONAL MECHANICAL ENGINEER

PRC NO. :
PTR NO. :
ISSUED ON :
PLACE ISSUED :
TIN NO. :
PROJECT : PROPOSED TWO (02) STOREY WITH ROOF DECK RESIDENTIAL BUILDING
LOCATION : UNIT 231 THE RECOLETOS STREET, URDANETA VILLAGE., SAN BRGY. SAN
URDANETA, MAKATI CITY

OWNER : ONE CATUCBAC TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION/ LEVI VILLA

MECHANICAL WORKS

1.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

2.0 EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION
3.0 PIPING WORK
4.0 AIR CONDITIONING
1. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1.1 GENERAL

1.1.1 The Specifications and Drawings are intended to set out the basic requirements
and characteristics and also the required standards of workmanship and
products in the design, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of the
systems herein indicated.
1.1.2 The Contractor shall in due course and as stipulated in the Contract shall submit
to the Owner’s Representative or Consultant Engineer for review, checking and
approval sets of shop drawings and technical data which fu lfill the basic
performance requirements and characteristics of the Specifications and the
Drawings and also to provide localized technical data meeting the statutory
regulations.
1.1.3 Equipment, materials and installation methods employed for the project are
based on applicable standards and specifications prevailing in the Philippines.
1.1.4 The Contractor shall submit the operation manuals of the system and
equipment written in English.

1.2 Scope of Work

1.2.1 The work under these Specifications shall comprise the delivery, installation,
test, commission and handing over the completed work with warranty for
twelve (12) months for new equipment after issuance of the certificate of
substantial completion.
1.2.2 The work to be carried out shall be as herein specified which shall include all
labors, materials and equipment.
1.2.3 The work shall include the coordination of the affected structures or
architectural finishes and all the openings in floors, walls, beams, girders,
partitions, ceilings, and foundations or supports for equipment, pipe work and
ductwork.

1.3 Codes and Standards

1.3.1 Mechanical system shall be governed by the statutory regulations and

requirements of the authorities having jurisdiction.
1.3.2 The applicable standards and codes of practice for the project shall be as
follows:
1) The Philippine Mechanical Engineering Code.
2) American Society of Heating Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Engineers (ASHRAE)
 3) Fire Code of the Philippines
4) American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
5) National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
6) American Society of Testing Materials (ASTM)
7) Japan Industrial Standards (JIS)
8) Philippine Electrical Code (PEC)
9) National Electrical Code (NEC)
10) National Electrical Manufacturer’s Association (NEMA)
11) Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association
(SMACNA)
1.4. Submittals

1.4.1 Shop drawings which are required to be submitted to the Engineer for
approval shall include but not limited to:
1. Layout arrangements and mounting details of new equipment, devices,
apparatus and appliances.
2. Detailed layout and installation of piping system.
3. Opening details through walls, floors, etc.
1.4.2 Documents which are required to be submitted to the Engineer for
approval shall include but not limited to:
1) Catalogue data, specifications and performance rating of
equipment including installation details.
2) Catalogue data of valves, strainers, flexible connections, and other
manufactured items.
3) Operation and maintenance manuals of equipment.

1.4.3 Record drawings (as-built drawings) shall be submitted to the Engineer

after completion.

1.5 Testing and Commissioning

1.5.1 All completed installations shall be tested to the satisfaction of the Engineer
and/or the authorities having jurisdiction.
1.5.2 All tests shall be carried out under the direction of the Representative of the
Contractor in the presence of the Engineer.
1.5.3 Portions of the installation failing the tests shall be replaced or repaired at no
cost.
1.5.4 All tests data shall be submitted for his record.
2. EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION

2.1 General

2.1.1 Equipment shall be installed in accordance with manufacturer’s requirements.

2.1.2 Space for operation and maintenance shall be considered in equipment
layout/installation.
2.1.3 Drains from equipment shall be coordinate with the plumbing contractor.

3. PIPING WORK

3.1 The word “PIPING” shall mean completed installations comprising of the following:
1 Pipes and tubes
2. Fittings
3. Hanger, brackets and other required supports
4. Accessories

3.2 The Specifications and the Drawings indicate the minimum nominal diameter of pipes
and the manner in which the various systems of piping are to be run.
3.3 All work whether shown in the drawings or specified shall be installed in an approved
manner to integrate with structural and architectural conditions and to avoid
interference with the work of the trades.
3.4 Materials for the respective piping services shall be as follows:

3.4.1 Refrigerant Piping

a. Pipe Material – shall be type “L” copper tubing, hard drawn with
wrought copper solder type fittings suitable for connection with silver
solder.
b. Pipe Workmanship – all piping shall be installed parallel or
perpendicular to the building construction. All piping shall so as to allow
for expansion.
c. Piping Joints – all piping joints shall be made with silver solder. The
piping shall be charged with dry nitrogen while constructing the joints. A
removable type drier strainer. After the Freon piping has been
completed, the refrigerant system shall be pressured tested at a
pressure of 300 psi (20 x 10 Pa) for high side and 150 psi (10 x 10 Pa) for
low side. While the system is being pressured tested, leak detector shall
be used to check for leaks. Pressure shall be maintained on the system
for a minimum of 12 hours. The system shall be evacuated when the
surrounding ambient air is not less than 15 degrees C. A minimum
vacuum of 2.0 mm of mercury shall be pulled on the system and
maintained for 12 hours. The vacuum pressure displacement shall be
not less than 5 cfm (8.5 cum.)
4. AIR CONDITIONING

4.1 Statement of Work

4.1.1 Intent – It is the intent of these specifications to furnish ventilating air

conditioning systems complete, fully adjusted and ready for use.
4.1.2 Equipment – Equipment has been carefully selected for this project and
the Contractor is expected to provide all items as closely as possible to
the specifications and as called for on the drawings. Equipment
specifications as per owner choice.
4.1.3 Job Coordination – The Contractor for Ventilating and Air Conditioning
shall plan his work in advance and shall coordinate all space
requirements with other traders involved. Where conflicts occur, the
Contractor shall request clarification thru the General Contractor.
4.1.4 Workmanship – It is the intent of these specifications to provide the
best workmanship available.
4.1.5 Cleaning – It is the intent of these specifications that all work, including
the inside of equipment be left in a clean condition. All construction dirt
shall be removed from material and equipment.

4.2 Drain Water Piping

4.2.1 Pipe Material – Shall be schedule PVC Pipe.

4.2.2 Pipe Workmanship – All piping shall be installed parallel or
perpendicular to the building construction.
4.2.3 Piping Joints – All pipe shall be reamed to full pipe before joining. Joints
shall be screwed for pipe sizes smaller than 100mm. Valves and
specialties shall have screwed joints.
4.2.4 Piping Supports – All pipe shall be supported from the building structure
in a neat and workmanlike manner and whenever possible, parallel runs
of horizontal piping shall be supported.
4.2.5 Protection – The piping shall be protected at all times from dirt and
moisture. During storage on the jobsite or contractor shall keep pipe
ends plugged or capped to prevent dirt or moisture entering the pipe.
4.2.6 Civil works contractor shall be responsible for A/C system.
4.3 Refrigerant Piping

4.3.1 Pipe Material – Shall be type “L” copper tubing, hard drawn with
wrought copper solder type fittings suitable for connection with silver
solder.
4.3.2 Pipe Workmanship – All piping shall be installed parallel or
perpendicular to the building construction. All piping shall be shall be
installed so as to allow for expansion.
4.3.3 Piping Joints – All piping joints shall be made with silver solder. The
piping shall be charged with dry nitrogen while constructing the joints. A
removable type drier strainer shall be installed in the liquid line. A three
valve bypass shall be pressure testes at a pressure of 300 psi (20x10 Pa)
for high side at 150 psi (10x10 Pa) for low side. While the system is
xceed 2.40 mbeing pressure tested, leak detector shall be used to check
for leaks. Pressure shall be maintained on the system for a minimum of
12 hours. The system shall be evacuated when on the ambient is not
less than 1 5 degrees C. A minimum vacuum of 2.0 mm of mercury shall
be pulled on the system and maintained for 12 hours. The vacuum
pressure displacement shall be not less than 5 cfm (8.5 cum. per hour).
The vacuum shall be checked with acceptable gages.
4.3.4 Piping Supports – All pipes shall be supported from the building
structure in a neat and workmanlike manner and wherever possible
parallel runs of horizontal piping shall be grouped together on trapeze
type hanger. The use of wire of perforated metal to support pipes will
not be permitted. Spacing of pipe supports shall not exceed 2.40 m for
pipes up to 30mm and 3 m on all other piping. Hangers shall pass
around the insulation and an 18 gauge steel protective band, 300 mm
long shall be inserted between the hanger and the insulation.
4.3.5 Insulation Material – Shall be a flexible, elastomeric thermal insulation,
black in color, supplied and unslit tubing as manufactured by Aero flex,
or approved equal. The insulation shall be 20 mm thick for all size of
pipes supplied at 86 kgs/cu.m. Density. For 40TR and 12mm for 1.0 and
1.5 Hp. The insulating material and thickness to be used for fittings and
valves shall not be less than that for the adjoininig straight pipe. All the
insulation shall be sealed against moisture penetration. The insulation
material shall be protected from hangers, and supports shall not pierce
the insulating materials.
4.4 VRF & Split Type

4.4.1 Type – The VRF & Split Type unit shall be of the factory assembled,
integral fan type with direct expansion cooling coil and shall be made for
outdoor unit.
4.4.2 Capacity – Shall be as indicated on the drawings. Units shall be ARI
rated. Split Type variable cooling from 8% to 108% load.
4.4.3 Refrigerant – R410a
4.4.4 Compressor – 2 units with the same capacity. INVERTER TYPE.
4.4.5 Casing – Shall be constructed of 18 gauge die formed furniture of steel,
with all corners rounded, fitted, and sanded smooth. The casing shall be
of sufficient size to enclose all piping and shall have access doors to
piping and controls. The unit shall be supplied with decorative panels
with adjustable air discharge grilles and return air louvers.
4.4.6 Interior Chassis – The interior chassis shall be constructed of not less
than 16 gauge galvanized steel and coated with a rust inhibiting paint.
All cold panel surfaces shall be covered with not less than 12 mm thick
coated glass fiber insulation or approved equal.
4.4.7 Coil – The coil shall be constructed aluminium fins mechanical bonded
to copper tubes. The minimum fin thickness shall be 0.2mm and the
tubes shall not be less than 12mm and the minimum wall thickness shal
be 0.5 mm. provide an air vent and drain plug in the coil. Coil shall be
tested at 500 psi (34 x 10 Pa) while submerged in water.
4.4.8 Monitoring – The fan coil unit shall be securely attached to the building
structure and shall be set dead level in both directions.
4.4.9 Drain Pan – Shall be provided under the cooling coil, liquid and suction
return lines, and control valves.
4.4.10 Motor – Shall of the capacitor type and shall have sufficient torque to
start on low speed. The motor shall be suitable for the current
characteristic shown in the drawings. The motor shall have built-in
thermal overloaded protection.
4.4.11 Remote Control Switch – The unit shall be complete with a remote
control switch consisting of a fan speed control and temperature
control. Remote control switches shall be installed as shown by the
detail on the drawings.