final bid specs 09328.pdf - Freese and Nichols, Inc.

C. PULL AND JUNCTION BOXES: Metal construction conforming to National Electrical Code
and ANSI/NEMA OS 1 with a hinged cover and quick release stainless steel luggage type
clasp. Provide hinge type for boxes of 12" or larger in any dimension. Boxes shall be
provided with integral mounting lugs.
D. FLUSH-MOUNTED PULL BOXES: Provide overlapping covers with flush-head cover
retaining screws.
3.00 EXECUTION
3.01 INSTALLATION
A. Use separate pull boxes and junction boxes for electric power, control and communication
systems.
B. Install pull boxes and junction boxes where required by the National Electrical Code and
wherever required to overcome mechanical difficulties.
C. Install pull boxes in interior conduit at not more than 100' apart when conduit runs are not
broken by junction or outlet boxes.
D. Pull and junction boxes shall be accessible and not buried.
E. Do not install boxes back to back in walls and provide a minimum of 6" separation, except in
acoustic-rated walls, provide 24" separation.
F. Support boxes independently of conduit except for cast boxes that is connected to two rigid
metal conduits, both supported within 12" of box.
G. Junction boxes shall have terminal strips/distribution blocks for splicing conductors where
approved by the ENGINEER or as shown/specified on the plans. Terminal strips shall be
manufactured by Allen-Bradley, Phoenix Contact or approved equal. Distribution blocks shall
be per Section 26 05 19.01, WIRE CONNECTIONS AND DEVICES.
END OF SECTION
Pull and Junction Boxes for Electrical Systems 26 05 33.04-2
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