Complete Compiled Specification.pdf - Peck Ormsby Construction

On chalky and loose insulation, soft, porous, fiber-filled or fiberglass coverings, a spiral wrap of pipe banding
tape shall be made around the circumference of the pipe. Sufficient spiral wraps shall be made to accommodate
the horizontal dimension of the pipe marker.
On bare pipes, painted pipes, and pipes insulated with a firm covering, pipe banding tape matching the
background color of the marker shall be used for 360 deg. color coding. After applying pipe markers, wrap pipe
banding tape around pipe at each end of marker. Tape should cover 1/4" to 1/2" of each end of marker, and
should overlap approximately 1/2" to 1" on itself. Be sure pipe surface is dry and free of dirt or grease before
applying markers or banding tape.
Stenciling may be used in lieu of the above labels and markers if finished application gives the same overall
appearance, that is that stenciling is applied over a background color. If stenciling is used, letter heights,
background colors, banding, and arrow shall be as specified above. Submit sample to Owner's representative
before proceeding with work.
Ceiling Markers:
Use round color coded stickers on all accessible ceiling grid to indicate location of valves and dampers.
Color code as follows: Yellow HVAC
Green Plumbing
Blue Air
White Duct valves
Orange Electrical devices
Red Fire
PART 3.00 - EXECUTION
COORDINATION:
All equipment and piping shall be arranged to allow for easy maintenance and access to service valves.
Provide valves and unions or flanges at all pieces of equipment to allow maintenance.
Install all automatic valves, sensor well, flow switches, etc., as directed by the control contractor.
TESTING:
All piping shall be tested in accordance with Section 15042 prior to applying insulation or concealing in partitions,
wall, etc.
ACCESS:
All valves and equipment shall be located to allow easy access for inspection, service and maintenance, test and
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SEGO LILY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CLASSROOM ADDTION March 2, 2009
BASIC MATERIALS & METHODS 15050-25