Fire Pumps

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SECTION 213113 – ELECTRIC-DRIVE, CENTRIFUGAL FIRE PUMPS
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including all NEOM’s guidelines and
procedures, apply to this Section.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. This Section includes electric-drive, centrifugal fire pumps for building fire-
suppression systems and the following:
1. Split-case fire pumps.

2. Fire-pump controllers.
3. Fire-pump specialties and accessories.
4. Alarm panels.
5. Flow-measuring systems.
1.3 DEFINITIONS
A. Fire Pump: Electric-driven fire pump used to supply water at rated capacity and total
head required for fire-suppression service.
B. Fire-Pump Unit: Assembly with fire pump, driver, controller, and related accessories.
C. Split-Case Fire Pump: Axially split-case, centrifugal fire pump with its housing split
parallel to shaft.
1.4 SYSTEM PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
A. Minimum Working-Pressure Rating: 1200 kPa.
B. Quality Standards: NFPA 20 and NFPA 70.
C. Seismic Performance: Fire pumps shall withstand the effects of earthquake motions
determined according to ASCE/SEI 7, and SBC 201.
1. Basis for Certification: Indicate whether withstand certification is based on

actual test of assembled components or on calculation.
a. The term "withstand" means "the unit will remain in place without separation
of any parts from the device when subjected to the seismic forces specified
and the unit will be fully operational after the seismic event."
1.5 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: Include rated capacities; operating characteristics, certified pump

performance curves with each selection point indicated; electrical characteristics;
shipping, installed, and operating weights; furnished specialties; and accessories for
each fire-pump and flow-measuring system.
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B. Shop Drawings: Detail equipment assemblies and indicate dimensions, weights, loads,
required clearances, methods of field assembly, components, and location and size of
each field connection for each fire-pump and pressure-maintenance-pump unit.
1. For installed products indicated to comply with design loads, include structural
analysis data signed and sealed by the qualified professional engineer
responsible for their preparation.
2. Wiring Diagrams: Detail wiring for power, signal, and control systems and
differentiate between manufacturer-installed and field-installed wiring.
3. Shop Drawings may be incorporated into other fire-suppression piping systems.
C. Manufacturer Seismic Qualification Certification: Submit certification that fire pumps

and drivers and fire-pump controllers, accessories, and specialties will withstand
seismic forces defined in Section "Vibration and Seismic Controls for Fire-Suppression
Piping and Equipment." Include the following:
1. Basis for Certification: Indicate whether withstand certification is based on actual

test of assembled components or on calculation.
2. Dimensioned Outline Drawings of Equipment Unit: Identify center of gravity and

locate and describe mounting and anchorage provisions.
3. Detailed description of equipment anchorage devices on which the certification
is based and their installation requirements.
D. Product Certificates: Signed by manufacturers of fire pumps and fire-pump controllers

certifying that products furnished comply with requirements.
E. Field Test Reports: As specified in "Field Quality Control" Article in Part 3 of this
Section. Indicate and interpret test results for compliance with performance
requirements.
F. Operation and Maintenance Data: For each fire-pump and pressure-maintenance-

pump unit to include in operation and maintenance manuals specified in Division 1.
G. Warranties: Warranties specified in this Section.
1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Product and equipment shall demonstrate compliance with requirements specified in

Section 016000 “Product Requirements.”
B. Comply with the applicable requirements and recommendations of local Saudi Building
Code (SBC) and the latest applicable local regulations for materials, tests, installation,
and identification, as listed in, but not limited to, the “Saudi Fire Code,” SBC 801, and
the standards listed below in this section; whichever is more stringent.
C. Manufacturer Qualifications: Firms whose fire pumps, pressure-maintenance pumps,

drivers, controllers, and accessories are listed by product name and manufacturer in
UL's "Fire Protection Equipment Directory" and FM's "Fire Protection Approval Guide"
and that comply with requirements indicated.
D. Source Limitations: Obtain fire-pump and pressure-maintenance-pump units through

one source with responsibility and accountability to respond to and resolve problems
regarding compatibility, installation, performance, and acceptance of units.

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E. Provide listing/approval stamp, label, or other marking on equipment made to specified
standards.
F. Comply with standards of authorities having jurisdiction pertaining to materials, hose

threads, and
1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. Preparation for Shipping: After assembling and testing fire pumps and pressure
maintenance pumps, protect flanges and exposed machined metal surfaces, pipe
openings, and nozzles.
B. Retain shipping flange protective covers and protective coatings during storage.
C. Protect bearings and couplings against damage from sand, grit, or other foreign matter.
1.8 WARRANTY
A. Manufacturer's Warranty: Provide written warranty, signed by manufacturer agreeing

to repair or replace components of the electric-drive, centrifugal fire pumps that fail in
materials or workmanship within specified warranty period.
B. Warranty Period: Two years from date of Substantial Completion.
C. Warranty commencement, validity, and prerequisites shall comply or exceed

"Warranty requirements Section of "00-000000-0000000000-NEO-CON-EMR-
000024_00 Warranties".
D. Warranties stipulations of the contract for the terms of the Contractor's overall
"Warranty of the Works" shall prevail.
E. Warranty duration of all manufacturers’ standard warranties shall be measured from

the end of the "Defects Notification Period", provide statement accordingly.
1.9 EXTRA MATERIALS
A. Furnish extra materials described below, that match products installed and that are
packaged with protective covering for storage and identified with labels describing
contents.
1. Rings of graphite-impregnated braided yarn and bronze packing gland: Furnish

1 set for each pump installed.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. Materials and equipment shall be standard products of a manufacturer regularly

engaged in the manufacturing of such products, which are of a similar material, design,
and workmanship. The standard products shall have been in satisfactory commercial
or industrial use for 5 years prior to bid opening. The 5-year use shall include
applications of equipment and materials under similar circumstances and of similar size
however, digital electronics devices, software, and systems such as controls,
instruments, Operator interface devices, shall be of the current generation of

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technology and basic design that has a proven satisfactory service record. The 5-year
experience shall be satisfactorily completed by a product that has been sold or is
offered for sale on the commercial market through advertisements, manufacturer's
catalogs, or brochures. Products having less than a 5-year field service record shall
not be acceptable.
B. Products shall be supported by a local service organization, authorized, and trained by

the manufacturer of the equipment supplied. System components shall be
environmentally suitable for the indicated locations.
C. Manufacturers for all products shall be approved by NEOM.
2.2 Horizontally Mounted, Single-Stage, Split-Case Fire Pumps:
A. Standard: UL 448, factory-assembled and –tested as a one package in country of

origin (UL listed & FM approved).
B. Casing: Axially split case, cast iron.
C. Impeller: Cast bronze.
D. Wear Rings: Replaceable bronze.
E. Shaft and Sleeve: Stainless steel shaft with bronze sleeve.
F. Shaft Bearings: Grease-lubricated ball bearings in cast iron housing.
G. Seals: Stuffing box with minimum of four rings of graphite-impregnated braided yarn
and bronze packing gland.
H. Mounting: Pump and driver on same base, with horizontal shafts.
I. Coupling: Flexible and capable of absorbing torsional vibration and shaft

misalignment, with metal guard.
J. Inlet Flange: ASME B16.1, Class 125 or Class 250 as required.
K. Outlet Flange: ASME B16.1, Class 125 or Class 250 as required.
L. Driver:
1. Standard: UL 1004-5.
2. Type: Electric motor; NEMA MG 1, polyphase Design B, totally enclosed, fan
cooled, squirrel-cage, induction motor. Motor shall comply with Division 21
Section “Common Motor Requirements for Fire Suppression Equipment”. Include
construction complying with NFPA 20 and NFPA 70 and include wiring
compatible with controller used.
3. Finish: Manufacturer's standard red paint applied to factory-assembled and -
tested unit before shipping.
M. Volts: 400 V.
N. Phase: Three.
O. Frequency 60 Hz

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2.3 Horizontally Mounted, Multistage, Split-Case Fire Pumps:
A. Standard: UL 448.
B. Number of Stages: Two.
C. Casing: Axially split case, cast iron.
D. Impeller: Cast bronze.
E. Wear Rings: Replaceable bronze.
F. Shaft and Sleeve: Stainless steel shaft with bronze sleeve.
G. Shaft Bearings: Grease-lubricated ball bearings in cast iron housing.
H. Seals: Stuffing box with minimum of four rings of graphite-impregnated braided yarn
and bronze packing gland.
I. Mounting: Pump and driver on same base, with horizontal shafts.
J. Coupling: Flexible and capable of absorbing torsional vibration and shaft

misalignment, with metal guard.
K. Inlet Flange: ASME B16.1, Class 125 or Class 250 as required.
L. Outlet Flange: ASME B16.1, Class 125 or Class 250 as required.
M. Driver:
1. Standard: UL 1004-5.
2. Type: Electric motor; NEMA MG 1, polyphase Design B, totally enclosed, fan
cooled, squirrel-cage, induction motor. Motor shall comply with Division 21
Section “Common Motor Requirements for Fire Suppression Equipment”. Include
construction complying with NFPA 20 and NFPA 70 and include wiring
compatible with controller used.
3. Finish: Manufacturer's standard red paint applied to factory-assembled and -
tested unit before shipping.
N. Volts: 400 V.
O. Phase: Three.
P. Frequency 60 Hz
2.4 PUMP CONTROLLERS, GENERAL
A. Description: Combined automatic and nonautomatic operation; factory assembled and

wired; factory tested for capacities and electrical characteristics; and with the following
features:
1. Enclosure: UL 50, Type 12, waterproof, indoor, unless special-purpose enclosure

is indicated.
2. Controls, devices, alarms, functions, and operations listed in NFPA 20 as
required for drivers and controller types used, and specific items listed for each
controller type.

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3. Nameplate: Complete with capacity, characteristics, approvals and listings, and
other pertinent data.
4. Controller Sensing Pipes: Fabricate pipe and fittings according to NFPA 20 with
nonferrous-metal sensing piping, DN15 (NPS 1/2), with globe valves for testing
controller mechanism from system to pump controller as indicated. Include
bronze check valve with 2.4-mm orifice in clapper or ground-face union with non-
corrosive diaphragm having 2.4-mm orifice.
2.5 FIRE-PUMP CONTROLLERS
A. Description: UL 218 and NFPA 20; listed for electric-drive, fire-pump service.
B. Motor Starting: Reduced-voltage soft starter or auto transformer type as per

manufacturer’s recommendation and Engineer’s approval, unless otherwise specified
or shown on the Drawings.
C. Fire pump controllers shall be provided with surge arresters in compliance with IEEE
C62.1 or IEEE C62.11 and shall be installed in common mode to eliminate overvoltage
between each phase and earth. As an alternative, the controller shall withstand without
any damage 10 kV impulse in accordance with IEEE C62.41 or ANSI/UL 1449.
D. Method of Control:
1. Pressure-switch actuated.
a. Water-pressure-actuated switch and pressure transducer with independent
high-and low-calibrated adjustments responsive to water pressure in fire-
suppression piping.
b. System pressure recorder, electric ac driven, with spring backup.
2. Emergency Start: Mechanically operated start handle that closes and retains
the motor RUN contactor independent of all electric or pressure actuators.
E. Method of Stopping: Nonautomatic.
F. Rate controllers for scheduled horsepower. Include short-circuit withstand rating at

least equal to short-circuit current available at controller location. Take into account
cable size and distance from substation or supply transformers.
G. Method of Isolation and Overcurrent Protection: Interlocked isolating switch and MCCB
(Molded-case circuit breaker); with a common, externally mounted operating handle,
and providing locked-rotor protection. Fire pump controller circuit breaker settings shall
comply with NFPA 20 requirements. The circuit breaker shall not trip when starting a
motor from rest in the across-the-line mode, whether or not the controller is of the
reduced inrush starting type.
H. Door-Mounted Operator Interface and Controls:
1. Monitor, display, and control the devices, alarms, functions, and operations
listed in NFPA 20 as required for drivers and controller types used.
2. Method of Control and Indication:
a. Microprocessor-based logic controller, with multiline digital readout.
b. Membrane keypad.
c. LED alarm and status indicating lights.
3. Local and Remote Alarm and Status Indications:

a. Controller power on.

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b. Motor running condition.
c. Loss-of-line power.
d. Line-power phase reversal.
e. Line-power single-phase condition.
4. Audible alarm, with silence push button.
5. Nonautomatic START and STOP push buttons or switches.
I. Optional Features:
1. Extra Output Contacts:

a. One N.O. contact(s) for motor running condition.
b. One set(s) of contacts for loss-of-line power.
c. One each, Form C contacts for high and low reservoir level.
2. Local alarm bell.

3. Door-mounted thermal or impact printer for alarm and status logs.
4. Operator Interface Communications Ports: USB, Ethernet, and RS485.
J. Automatic Transfer Switches:
1. Complies with NFPA 20, UL 218, UL 1008 and FM approved.

2. Integral with controller as a listed combination fire-pump controller and power
transfer switch and shall be housed in a barriered compartment of the fire pump
controller or in a separate enclosure attached to the controller and marked “Fire
Pump Power Transfer Switch.”
3. Automatically transfers fire-pump controller from normal power supply to
alternate power supply in event of power failure and retransfers to normal power
supply upon return of power supply with a time delay till the normal source is
stabilized unless the alternate source fails.
4. Electrically operated and mechanically held.
5. Allows manual transfer from one source to the other.
6. Local and Remote Alarm and Status Indications:
a. Normal source available.
b. Alternate source available.
c. In normal position.
d. In alternate position.
e. Isolating means open.
7. Audible alarm, with silence push button.

8. Nonautomatic (manual, nonelectric) means of transfer.
9. Engine test push button.
10. Start generator output contacts.
11. Timer for weekly generator tests.
2.6 FIRE-PUMP SPECIALTIES AND ACCESSORIES
A. Match fire-pump suction and discharge ratings as required for fire-pump capacity
rating and complying with NFPA-20 requirements. Include the following:
1. Automatic air-release valve, complying with NFPA 20 for installation in fire-

pump casing.
2. Circulation relief valve, UL 1478, brass, spring loaded, for installation in pump
discharge piping.

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3. Relief valves, UL 1478, bronze or cast iron, spring loaded; for installation in fire
suppression water-supply piping.
4. Suction and discharge pressure gages.
5. Eccentric-tapered reducer at suction inlet.
6. Concentric-tapered reducer at discharge outlet.
7. Discharge Cone: Closed or open type.
8. Hose Valve Manifold Assembly:
a. Standard: Comply with requirements in NFPA 20.
b. Header Pipe: ASTM A 53/A 53M, Schedule 40, galvanized steel with ends
threaded according to ASME B1.20.1.
c. Header Pipe Fittings: ASME B16.4, galvanized cast-iron threaded fittings.
d. Automatic Drain Valve: UL 1726.
e. Test Connections: Comply with UL 405 except provide outlets without
clappers instead of inlets.
f. Body: Flush type, brass, or ductile iron, with number of outlets required by
NFPA 20.
g. Nipples: ASTM A 53/A 53M, Schedule 40, galvanized-steel pipe with ends
threaded according to ASME B1.20.1.
h. Adapters and Caps with Chain: Brass or bronze, with outlet threaded
according to NFPA 1963 and matching local fire-department threads.
i. Escutcheon Plate: Brass or bronze; rectangular.
j. Hose Valves: UL 668, bronze, with outlet threaded according to NFPA 1963
and matching local fire-department threads.
k. Exposed Parts Finish: Polished or brass.
l. Escutcheon Plate Marking: Equivalent to "FIRE PUMP TEST."
2.7 ALARM PANELS
A. Description: Factory-assembled and -wired remote panel complying with UL 508 and
requirements in NFPA 20. Include audible and visible alarms matching controller type.
1. Enclosure: NEMA 250, Type 2, remote wall-mounting type.

2. Enclosure Finish: Manufacturer's standard red paint applied to factory-
assembled and -tested unit before shipping.
B. Features: Include manufacturer's standard features and the following:
1. Motor-operating condition.
2. Loss-of-line power.
3. Phase reversal.
4. Low-water alarm.
2.8 FLOW-MEASURING SYSTEMS
A. Description: UL-listed or FM-approved, fire-pump, flow-measuring systems that

indicate flow to not less than 175 percent of fire-pump rated capacity. Include sensor
of size to match pipe, tubing, flow meter, and fittings.
1. Pressure Rating: 1600 kPa minimum.

2. Sensor: Venturi, annular probe, or orifice plate, unless otherwise indicated. The
sensor size shall match pipe, tubing, flow meter, and fittings.
3. Flow Meter: Compatible with flow sensor with dial not less than 115 mm in
diameter or manufacturer's equivalent size.
4. Permanently Mounted: Flow meter suitable for wall mounting with copper tubing
to connect to flow sensor.
5. Include complete operating instructions.

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2.9 SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL
A. Factory Tests: Hydrostatically test and test run fire pumps before shipping according
to UL 448 requirements for "Operation Test" and "Manufacturing and Production
Tests." Test at 150 percent of shutoff head plus suction head, but not less than 1725
kPa (250 psig). Produce certified test curves and inspection reports showing head
capacity and brake horsepower of each pump.
B. Fire pumps will be considered defective if they do not pass tests and inspections.
2.10 GROUT
A. Description: ASTM C 1107/C 1107M, Grade B, factory-mixed and -packaged nonshrink

and nonmetallic grout; suitable for interior and exterior applications.
B. Characteristics: Post-hardening, volume-adjusting, dry, hydraulic-cement grout.
C. Properties: Non staining, noncorrosive, and nongaseous.
D. Design Mix: 34.5-MPa, 28-day compressive strength.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine areas, equipment foundations, and conditions, with Installer present, for
compliance with requirements for installation and other conditions affecting fire-pump
performance.
1. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been

corrected.
B. Examine roughing-in of fire-suppression piping systems. Verify actual locations of

piping connections before pump installation.
3.2 CONCRETE BASES
A. Install concrete bases of dimensions indicated, or otherwise required, for fire pumps,
and controllers. Refer to Section "Cast-in-Place Concrete."
3.3 INSTALLATION
A. Comply with fire-pump, relief valves, accessories and controller manufacturers' written
installation and alignment instructions, and with NFPA 20.
B. Install pumps and controllers to provide access for periodic maintenance, including
removal of motors, impellers, couplings, and accessories.
C. Set base-mounting-type pumps on concrete bases. Disconnect coupling halves before

setting. Do not reconnect couplings until alignment operations have been completed.
1. Support pump baseplate on rectangular metal blocks and shims or on metal

wedges having small taper, at points near foundation bolts to provide 19- to 38-
mm gap between pump base and foundation for grouting.

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2. Adjust metal supports or wedges until pump and driver shafts are level. Check
coupling faces and pump suction and discharge flanges to verify that they are
level and plumb.
D. Comply with requirements for vibration isolation and seismic control devices specified
in Section 210548 "Vibration and Seismic Controls for Fire-Suppression Piping and
Equipment."
E. Install suction and discharge piping equal to or greater than diameter of fire-pump
nozzles, and as required by NFPA 20.
F. Install valves that are the same size as piping connecting fire pumps, bypasses, test
headers, and other piping systems.
G. Install pressure gages on fire-pump suction and discharge at pressure-gage tappings.
H. Support pumps and piping separately so weight of piping does not rest on pumps.
I. Install piping accessories, hangers and supports, anchors, valves, meters and gages,
and equipment supports according to NFPA 20.
J. Install flow meters and sensors where indicated. Install flow-measuring-system

components and make connections according to NFPA 20 and manufacturer's written
instructions.
K. Electrical Wiring: Install electrical devices furnished by equipment manufacturers but

not specified to be factory mounted. Furnish copies of manufacturers' wiring diagram
Submittals to electrical Installer.
1. Verify that electrical wiring is installed according to manufacturers' submittal and

installation requirements in Division 26 Sections. Proceed with equipment startup
only after wiring installation is satisfactory.
3.4 3.4 ALIGNMENT
A. Align fire-pump and driver shafts after complete unit has been leveled on foundation,
grout has set, and foundation bolts have been tightened.
B. After alignment is correct, tighten foundation bolts evenly but not too firmly. Fill
baseplate completely with grout, with metal blocks and shims or wedges in place.
Tighten foundation bolts after grout has hardened. Check alignment and make required
corrections.
C. Make piping connections, check alignment, and make required corrections.
1. Align pump and driver shafts for angular and parallel alignment according to HI
1.4.
2. Alignment Tolerances: Comply with manufacturer's written instructions.
D. Align vertically mounted, split-case pump and driver shafts after complete unit has been
made plumb on foundation, grout has set, and foundation bolts have been tightened.
Follow pump manufacturer's written instructions.

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3.5 CONNECTIONS
A. Piping installation requirements are specified in other Sections. Drawings indicate

general arrangement of piping and specialties. The following are specific connection
requirements:
1. Install piping adjacent to fire pumps and equipment to allow service and
maintenance.
2. Connect fire-pump discharge piping to building fire-suppression piping.
3. Connect relief-valve discharge to point of disposal.
B. Connect flow-measuring-system meters and sensors according to manufacturer's

written instructions.
C. Connect fire-pump controllers to building fire alarm system. Refer to Division 28

Sections.
D. Connect controllers to pumps.
E. Electrical wiring and connections are specified in Division 26 Sections.
F. Ground equipment.
1. Tighten electrical connectors and terminals according to manufacturer's

published torque-tightening values. If manufacturer's torque values are not
indicated, use those specified in UL 486A-486B.
3.6 IDENTIFICATION
A. Identify system components. Comply with requirements for fire-pump marking

according to NFPA 20 and Division 21 Section "Identification for Fire-Suppression
Piping and Equipment."
3.7 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Manufacturer's Field Service: Engage a factory-authorized service representative to

inspect field-assembled components and equipment installation, including fire-pump
and pressure maintenance- pump units, piping, and electrical connections. Report
results in writing.
1. Leak Test: After installation, charge system and test for leaks. Repair leaks and
retest until no leaks exist.
2. Check suction line connections for tightness so no air gets into pumps.
3. Operational Test: After electrical circuitry has been energized, start units to
confirm proper motor rotation and unit operation. Remove malfunctioning units,
replace them with new units, and retest.
4. Test and adjust controls and safety. Replace damaged and malfunctioning
controls and equipment.
5. Furnish fire hoses in number, size, and length required to reach storm drain or
other acceptable location to dispose of fire-pump test water. Fire hoses are for
field acceptance tests only and are not property of Employer.
6. Final Checks before Startup: Perform the following preventive-maintenance
operations and checks:
a. Lubricate oil-lubrication-type bearings.

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b. Remove grease-lubrication-type bearing covers, flush bearings with
kerosene, and clean thoroughly. Fill with new lubricant according to
manufacturer's written instructions.
c. Disconnect coupling and check electric motor for proper rotation. Rotation
shall match the direction of rotation marked on pump casing.
d. Verify that pump is free to rotate by hand. If the pump is bound or if it drags
even slightly, do not operate until the cause of trouble is determined and
corrected.
7. Starting procedure for pumps is as follows:

a. Prime pump by opening suction valve and closing drains and prepare pump
for operation.
b. Open sealing liquid supply valves if pump is so fitted.
c. Start motor.
d. Open discharge valve slowly.
e. Observe leakage from stuffing boxes and adjust sealing liquid valve for
proper flow to ensure lubrication of packing. Do not tighten gland immediately
but let packing run in before reducing leakage through stuffing boxes.
f. Check general mechanical operation of pump and motor.
B. Perform field tests for each fire-pump unit and system piping when installation is
complete. Comply with operating instructions and procedures in NFPA 20 to
demonstrate compliance with requirements. Where possible, the field correct
malfunctioning equipment, then retest to demonstrate compliance. Replace equipment
that cannot be satisfactorily corrected or that does not perform as indicated, then retest
to demonstrate compliance. Verify that each fire pump unit performs as indicated.
Report test results in writing.
3.8 DEMONSTRATION
A. Engage a factory-authorized service representative to train Employer's maintenance

personnel to adjust, operate, and maintain fire pumps. Refer to Division 1.
1. Schedule at least 8 (eight) hours of training.
END OF SECTION 213113

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SECTION 213116 – DIESEL-DRIVE, CENTRIFUGAL FIRE PUMPS
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including all NEOM’s guidelines and
procedures, apply to this Section.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. This Section includes electric-drive, centrifugal fire pumps for building fire-
suppression systems and the following:
1. Single-stage, split-case fire pumps.

2. Diesel engine.
3. Fire-pump accessories and specialties.
4. Fuel oil storage.
5. Grout.
1.3 ACTION SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: For each type of product.
1. Include construction details, material descriptions, dimensions of individual

components and profiles, and finishes for fire pump.
2. Include rated capacities, operating characteristics, certified performance test
curves, electrical characteristics, and furnished specialties and accessories.
B. Shop Drawings: For each fire pump.
1. Include plans, elevations, sections, and mounting details.

2. Include details of equipment assemblies. Indicate dimensions, weights, loads,
required clearances, method of field assembly, components, and location and
size of each field connection.
3. Detail fabrication and assembly of fire pumps.
4. Vibration Isolation Base Details: Detail fabrication, including anchorages and
attachments to structure and to supported equipment. Include adjustable motor
bases, rails, and frames for equipment mounting.
5. Include diagrams for power, signal, and control wiring.
1.4 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS
A. Manufacturer Seismic Qualification Certification: Submit certification that fire pumps

and drivers, and fire-pump controllers, accessories, and specialties will withstand
seismic forces defined in Section "Vibration and Seismic Controls for Fire-Suppression
Piping and Equipment." Include the following:


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B. Product Certificates: Signed by manufacturers of fire pumps and fire-pump controllers

certifying that products furnished comply with requirements.
C. Field Test Reports: As specified in "Field Quality Control" Article in Part 3 of this
Section. Indicate and interpret test results for compliance with performance
requirements.
1.5 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS
A. Operation and Maintenance Data: For each fire-pump and pressure-maintenance-

pump unit to include in operation and maintenance manuals specified in Division 1.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS

not be acceptable.

2.2 ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION
A. Description: Factory-assembled and -tested fire-pump and driver unit.
B. Assembly Attachment to Base: Fabricate mounting base and attachment to fire-pump

assembly with reinforcement strong enough to withstand seismic forces defined in
Section 230548 "Vibration and Seismic Controls for HVAC" when mounting base is
anchored to building structure.
C. Finish: Red paint applied to factory-assembled and -tested unit before shipping.
D. NFPA Compliance: Comply with NFPA 20.

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2.3 SINGLE-STAGE, SPLIT-CASE FIRE PUMPS
A. Standard: UL 448, factory-assembled and –tested as a one package in country of

origin (UL listed & FM approved).
B. Casing: Axially split case, cast iron.
C. Impeller: cast bronze.
D. Wear Rings: Replaceable bronze.
E. Shaft and Sleeve: Alloy-steel shaft with bronze sleeve.
F. Mounting: Pump and driver shafts are horizontal, with pump and driver on same base.
G. Coupling: Flexible and capable of absorbing torsional vibration and shaft

misalignment. Include metal coupling guard.
2.4 DIESEL ENGINE
A. Fuel: Fuel oil.
B. Horsepower Rating: Not less than 110 percent of maximum brake horsepower (after
derating for temperature and elevation according to NFPA 20).
C. Emergency Manual Operator: Factory wired for starting and operating standby engine
in case of malfunction in main controller or wiring.
D. Controls:
1. Adjustable governor.
2. Over-speed shutdown.
3. Manual reset, speed switch.
4. Instrument panel with tachometer, oil pressure gage, water temperature gage,
and hour meter.
E. Fuel System:
1. Comply with NFPA 20.

2. Main Fuel Pump: Mounted on engine. Pump ensures adequate primary fuel
flow under starting and load conditions.
3. Relief-Bypass Valve: Automatically regulates pressure in fuel line and returns
excess fuel to source.
4. Flexible metallic fuel lines.
5. Inline fuel filter.
6. Oil pressure safety switch.
7. Air cleaner.
8. Engine-driven oil pump.
9. Enclosed control wiring electric starter with voltage regulator.
10. Storage Tank: Size indicated, but not less than required by NFPA 20; with floor
legs, direct-reading level gage.
F. Exhaust System:
1. Piping: ASTM A53/A53M, Type E or S, Schedule 40 black steel pipe; ASME

B16.9 weld-type pipe fittings; ASME B16.5 steel flanges; and ASME B16.21
nonmetallic gaskets.

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2. Fabricate double-wall, ventilated thimble from steel pipe.
3. Flexible exhaust connector.
4. Exhaust silencer with spark arrestor.
G. Rated Engine Speed: 1800 rpm.
H. Maximum Piston Speed for Four-Cycle Engines: 11.4 m/s.
I. Engine- or Skid-Mounted Lubrication System:
1. Filter and Strainer: Rated to remove 90 percent of particles 5 micrometers and

smaller while passing full flow.
2. Thermostatic Control Valve: Controls flow in system to maintain optimum oil
temperature. Unit shall be capable of full flow and is designed to be fail-safe.
3. Crankcase Drain: Arranged for complete gravity drainage to an easily removable
container with no disassembly and without use of pumps, siphons, special tools,
or appliances.
J. Coolant Jacket Heater: Electric-immersion type, factory installed in coolant jacket

system.
2.5 FIRE-PUMP ACCESSORIES AND SPECIALTIES
A. Automatic Air-Release Valves: Comply with NFPA 20 for installation in fire-pump

casing.
B. Circulation Relief Valves: UL 1478, bronze or cast iron, spring loaded; for installation
in pump-discharge piping.
C. Inlet Fitting: Eccentric tapered reducer at pump suction inlet.
D. Outlet Fitting: Concentric tapered reducer at pump-discharge outlet.
E. Discharge Cone: Closed or open type.
F. Hose Valves: UL 668, bronze, with outlet threaded according to NFPA 1963 and
matching local fire-department threads.
2.6 FUEL OIL STORAGE
A. Comply with NFPA 30.
B. Day Tank: UL 142, freestanding, factory-fabricated fuel tank assembly, with integral,
float-controlled transfer pump and the following features:
1. Containment: Integral rupture basin, with a capacity of 150 percent of nominal

capacity of day tank.
a. Leak Detector: Locate in rupture basin and connect to provide audible and
visual alarm in the event of day-tank leak.
2. Pump Capacity: Exceeds maximum flow of fuel drawn by engine-mounted fuel

supply pump at 110 percent of rated capacity, including fuel returned from
engine.
3. Low-Level Alarm Sensor: Liquid-level device operates alarm contacts at 25
percent of normal fuel level.

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4. Piping Connections: Factory-installed fuel supply and return lines from tank to
engine; local fuel fill, vent line, overflow line; and tank drain line with shutoff valve.
C. Base-Mounted Fuel Oil Tank: Factory installed and piped, complying with UL 142 fuel
oil tank. Features include the following:
1. Tank level indicator.

2. Vandal-resistant fill cap.
3. Containment Provisions: Comply with requirements of authorities having
jurisdiction.
2.7 GROUT
A. Standard: ASTM C1107/C1107M, Grade B, post-hardening and volume-adjusting,

dry, hydraulic-cement grout.
B. Characteristics: Non shrink and recommended for interior and exterior applications.
C. Design Mix: 34-MPa, 28-day compressive strength.
D. Packaging: Premixed and factory packaged.
2.8 SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL
A. Testing: Test and inspect fire pumps according to UL 448 requirements for
"Operation Test" and "Manufacturing and Production Tests."
1. Verification of Performance: Rate fire pumps according to UL 448.
B. Fire pumps will be considered defective if they do not pass tests and inspections.
C. Prepare test and inspection reports.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine equipment bases and anchorage provisions, with Installer present, for
compliance with requirements and for conditions affecting performance of fire pumps.
B. Examine roughing-in for fire-suppression piping systems to verify actual locations of

piping connections before fire-pump installation.
C. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
3.2 INSTALLATION
A. Fire-Pump Installation Standard: Comply with NFPA 20 for installation of fire pumps,
relief valves, and related components.
B. Equipment Mounting:

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1. Install fire pumps on cast-in-place concrete equipment base(s). Comply with
requirements for equipment bases and foundations specified in Section 033000
"Cast-in-Place Concrete."
2. Attach pumps to equipment base using anchor bolts.
3. Comply with requirements for vibration isolation and seismic control devices
specified in Section 210548 "Vibration and Seismic Controls for Fire-
Suppression Piping and Equipment."
D. Install fire-pump suction and discharge piping equal to or larger than sizes required
by NFPA 20.
E. Support piping and pumps separately, so weight of piping does not rest on pumps.
F. Install valves that are same size as connecting piping.
G. Install pressure gages on fire-pump suction and discharge flange pressure-gage

tappings.
H. Install piping hangers and supports, anchors, valves, gages, and equipment supports
according to NFPA 20.
I. Install fuel system according to NFPA 20.
J. Install water supply and drain piping for diesel-engine heat exchangers. Extend drain
piping from heat exchangers to point of disposal.
K. Install exhaust-system piping for diesel engines. Extend to point of termination outside
structure. Install pipe and fittings with welded joints; install components having flanged
connections with gasketed joints.
L. Install flowmeters and sensors. Install flowmeter-system components and make

connections according to NFPA 20 and manufacturer's written instructions.
M. Electrical Wiring: Install electrical devices furnished by equipment manufacturers that

are not factory mounted. Furnish copies of manufacturers' wiring diagram submittals to
electrical Installer.
N. Wiring Method: Conceal conductors and cables in accessible ceilings, walls, and
floors where possible.
3.3 ALIGNMENT
A. Align split-case pump and driver shafts after complete unit has been leveled on
concrete base, grout has set, and anchor bolts have been tightened.
B. After alignment is correct, tighten anchor bolts evenly. Fill baseplate completely with
grout, with metal blocks and shims or wedges in place. Tighten anchor bolts after grout
has hardened. Check alignment and make required corrections.
C. Align piping connections.
D. Align pump and driver shafts for angular and parallel alignment according to HI 1.4
and to tolerances specified by manufacturer.
3.4 CONNECTIONS
A. Install piping adjacent to pumps and equipment to allow service and maintenance.

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B. Connect relief-valve discharge to drainage piping or point of discharge.
C. Connect flowmeter-system meters, sensors, and valves to tubing.
D. Connect fire pumps to their controllers.
3.5 IDENTIFICATION
A. Identify system components. Comply with requirements for fire-pump marking

according to NFPA 20.
B. Manufacturer's Field Service: Engage a factory-authorized service representative to

test and inspect components, assemblies, and equipment installations, including
connections.
C. Perform the following tests and inspections:
1. After installing components, assemblies, and equipment, including controller,

test for compliance with requirements.
2. Test according to NFPA 20 for acceptance and performance testing.
3. Leak Test: After installation, charge system and test for leaks. Repair leaks and
retest until no leaks exist.
4. Operational Test: After electrical circuitry has been energized, start units to
confirm proper motor rotation and unit operation.
5. Test and adjust controls and safety. Replace damaged and malfunctioning
controls and equipment.
D. Components, assemblies, and equipment will be considered defective if they do not

pass tests and inspections.
E. Prepare test and inspection reports.
3.7 DEMONSTRATION
A. Engage a factory-authorized service representative to train Employer's maintenance

personnel to adjust, operate, and maintain fire pumps. Refer to Division 1.
1. Schedule at least 8 (eight) hours of training.
END OF SECTION 213116

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SECTION 213413 – PRESSURE-MAINTENANCE PUMPS
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and

Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this
Section.
B. Comply with the NEOM procedures.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Multistage, pressure-maintenance pumps.

2. Controllers for pressure-maintenance-pumps.
3. Pressure-maintenance-pump specialties and accessories.
1.3 DEFINITIONS
A. Pressure-Maintenance Pump: Electric-drive pump used to maintain water pressure in

fire suppression piping system.
B. Pressure-Maintenance-Pump Unit: Assembly with pressure-maintenance pump,

driver, controller, and related accessories.
1.4 SYSTEM PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
A. Fire-Pump Systems: Fire-pump and pressure-maintenance-pump units that comply

with performance requirements specified and are compatible with building fire-
suppression systems.
B. Controller shall comply with UL 508 factory assembled, wired, and tested across-the-
line for combined automatic and manual operation
C. Pump Equipment, Accessory, and Specialty Pressure Rating: 175 psig (1200 kPa)
minimum unless higher pressure rating is indicated.
D. Seismic Performance: Fire pumps shall withstand the effects of earthquake motions
determined according to ASCE/SEI 7, and SBC 201.


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1.5 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated. Include rated capacities, operating
characteristics, performance curves, electrical characteristics, and furnished
specialties and accessories
B. Shop Drawings: For pumps, accessories, and specialties. Include plans, elevations,
sections, details, and attachments to other work.
1. Detail equipment assemblies and indicate dimensions, weights, loads, required

clearances, method of field assembly, components, and location and size of each
field connection.
2. Wiring Diagrams: For power, signal, and control wiring.
C. Manufacturer Seismic Qualification Certification: Submit certification that pressure

maintenance pumps, accessories, and specialties will withstand seismic forces defined
in Section "Vibration and Seismic Controls for Fire-Suppression Piping and
Equipment." Include the following:
1. Basis for Certification: Indicate whether withstand certification is based on actual

test of assembled components or on calculation.
of any parts from the device when subjected to the seismic forces specified."
b. The term "withstand" means "the unit will remain in place without separation

D. Product Certificates: Signed by manufacturers of pressure maintenance pumps and

pressure maintenance pump controllers certifying that products furnished comply with
requirements.
1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Product and equipment shall demonstrate compliance with requirements specified in

Section 016000 “Product Requirements.
B. Comply with the applicable requirements and recommendations of local Saudi Building
Code (SBC) and the latest applicable local regulations for materials, tests, installation,
and identification, as listed in, but not limited to, the “Saudi Fire Code”, SBC 801, and
the standards listed below in this section; whichever is more stringent.
C. Manufacturer Qualifications: Firms whose fire pumps, pressure-maintenance pumps,

drivers, controllers, and accessories are listed by product name and manufacturer in
UL's "Fire Protection Equipment Directory" and FM's "Fire Protection Approval Guide"
and that comply with requirements indicated.
D. Source Limitations: Obtain fire-pump and pressure-maintenance-pump units through

one source with responsibility and accountability to respond to and resolve problems
regarding compatibility, installation, performance, and acceptance of units.
E. Provide listing/approval stamp, label, or other marking on equipment made to specified

standards.

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F. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in
NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and
application.
G. Comply with standards of authorities having jurisdiction pertaining to materials, hose

threads, and installation.
H. Comply with NFPA 20, "Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection," for
pressure maintenance pumps, drivers, controllers, accessories, and installation.
1.7 COORDINATION
A. Coordinate sizes and locations of concrete bases with actual equipment provided.
1.8 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. Preparation for Shipping: After assembling and testing pressure-maintenance pumps,

protect flanges and exposed machined metal surfaces, pipe openings, and nozzles.
B. Retain shipping flange protective covers and protective coatings during storage.
C. Protect bearings and couplings against damage from sand, grit, or other foreign matter.
1.9 WARRANTY
A. Manufacturer's Warranty: Provide written warranty, signed by manufacturer agreeing

to repair or replace components of the pressure-maintenance pumps that fail in
materials or workmanship within specified warranty period.
B. Warranty Period: Two years from date of Substantial Completion.
C. Warranty commencement, validity, and prerequisites shall comply or exceed

"Warranty requirements Section of "00-000000-0000000000-NEO-CON-EMR-
000024_00 Warranties".
D. Warranties stipulations of the contract for the terms of the Contractor's overall
"Warranty of the Works" shall prevail.
E. Warranty duration of all manufacturers’ standard warranties shall be measured from

the end of the "Defects Notification Period", provide statement accordingly
1.10 EXTRA MATERIALS
A. Furnish extra materials described below, that match products installed and that are
packaged with protective covering for storage and identified with labels describing
contents.
1. O-Ring: Furnish 1 set for each pump installed.

2. Seal: Furnish 100% of seals installed.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS

not be acceptable.

2.2 MULTISTAGE, PRESSURE-MAINTENANCE PUMPS
A. Description: Factory-assembled and -tested, multistage, barrel-type vertical pump as

defined in HI 2.1-2.2 and HI 2.3; designed for surface installation with pump and motor
direct coupled and mounted vertically.
B. Pump Construction:
1. Barrel: Stainless steel.

2. Suction and Discharge Chamber: Cast iron with flanged inlet and outlet.
3. Pump Head/Motor Mount: Cast iron.
4. Impellers: Stainless steel, balanced, and keyed to shaft.
5. Pump Shaft: Stainless steel.
6. Seal: Mechanical type with carbon rotating face and silicon-carbide stationary
seat.
7. Intermediate Chamber Bearings: Aluminum-oxide ceramic or bronze.
8. Chamber-Base Bearing: Tungsten carbide.
9. O-Rings: EPDM or NBR.
C. Motor: Single speed with permanently lubricated ball bearings and rigidly mounted to
pump head. Comply with requirements in Division 21 Section "Common Motor
Requirements for Fire Suppression Equipment."
1. Power Cord: Factory-connected to motor for field connection to controller and

at least 10 feet (3 m) long.
D. Nameplate: Permanently attached to pump and indicating capacity and characteristics.
E. Capacities and Characteristics, as per design requirements:

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2.3 MOTORS
A. Comply with NEMA designation, temperature rating, service factor, enclosure type, and
efficiency requirements for motors specified in Division 21 Section "Common Motor
Requirements for Fire Suppression Equipment."
1. Motor Sizes: Minimum size as indicated; if not indicated, large enough so

driven load will not require motor to operate in service factor range above 1.0.
2. Electrical Devices, and Wiring: Comply with requirements for electrical devices
and connections specified in Division 26 Sections.
2.4 CONTROLLERS FOR PRESSURE-MAINTENANCE PUMPS
A. General Requirements for Pressure-Maintenance-Pump Controllers:
1. Type: UL 508 factory assembled, -wired, and tested, across-the-line; for

combined automatic and manual operation.
2. Enclosure: UL 508 and NEMA 250, Type 12 for wall-mounting.
3. Factory assembled, wired, and tested.
4. Finish: Manufacturer's standard color paint.
B. Rate controller for scheduled horsepower and include the following:
1. Fusible disconnect switch.

2. Pressure switch.
3. Hand-off-auto selector switch.
4. Pilot light.
5. Running period timer.
2.5 PRESSURE-MAINTENANCE-PUMP SPECIALTIES AND ACCESSORIES
A. Match pressure-maintenance-pump suction and discharge ratings as required for

pump capacity rating. Include the following:
1. Circulation relief valve.

2. Suction and discharge pressure gages.
2.6 GROUT
A. Description: ASTM C 1107/ C 1007M, Grade B, factory-mixed and -packaged

nonshrink and nonmetallic grout; suitable for interior and exterior applications.
B. Characteristics: Post-hardening, volume-adjusting, dry, hydraulic-cement grout.
C. Properties: Nonstaining, noncorrosive, and nongaseous.
D. Design Mix: 34.5-MPa, 28-day compressive strength.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION
A. NFPA Standard: Comply with NFPA 20 for installation of pressure-maintenance

pumps.

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B. Base-Mounted Pump Mounting: Install pumps on concrete bases. Comply with

requirements for concrete bases specified in Division 03 Section "Cast-in-Place
Concrete."
1. Install dowel rods to connect concrete base to concrete floor. Unless

otherwise indicated, install dowel rods on 18-inch (450-mm) centers
around the full perimeter of concrete base.
2. For supported equipment, install epoxy-coated anchor bolts that extend
through concrete base and anchor into structural concrete floor.
3. Place and secure anchorage devices. Use setting drawings, templates,
diagrams, instructions, and directions furnished with items to be embedded.
4. Install anchor bolts to elevations required for proper attachment to
supported
equipment.
5. Attach pumps to equipment base using anchor bolts.
C. Install multistage pressure-maintenance pumps according to HI 1.4.
A. Manufacturer's Field Service: Engage a factory-authorized service

representative to inspect, test, and adjust components, assemblies, and
equipment installations, including connections.
B. Perform tests and inspections.
1. Manufacturer's Field Service: Engage a factory-authorized service

representative to inspect components, assemblies, and equipment
installations, including connections, and to assist in testing.
C. Tests and Inspections:
1. Operational Test: After electrical circuitry has been energized, start

units to confirm proper motor rotation and unit operation.
2. Test and adjust controls and safeties. Replace damaged and
malfunctioning controls and equipment.
D. Pressure-maintenance pumps will be considered defective if they do not

pass tests and inspections.
E. Prepare test and inspection reports.
3.3 ADJUSTING
A. Lubricate pumps as recommended by manufacturer.
B. Set field-adjustable pressure-switch ranges as
indicated. END OF SECTION 213413

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SECTION 213113 – ELECTRIC-DRIVE, CENTRIFUGAL FIRE PUMPS

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

1. Split-case fire pumps.

1.4 SYSTEM PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Minimum Working-Pressure Rating: 1200 kPa.

B. Quality Standards: NFPA 20 and NFPA 70.

1. Basis for Certification: Indicate whether withstand certification is based on

A. Product Data: Include rated capacities; operating characteristics, certified pump

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C. Manufacturer Seismic Qualification Certification: Submit certification that fire pumps

1. Basis for Certification: Indicate whether withstand certification is based on actual

2. Dimensioned Outline Drawings of Equipment Unit: Identify center of gravity and

D. Product Certificates: Signed by manufacturers of fire pumps and fire-pump controllers

F. Operation and Maintenance Data: For each fire-pump and pressure-maintenance-

G. Warranties: Warranties specified in this Section.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Product and equipment shall demonstrate compliance with requirements specified in

C. Manufacturer Qualifications: Firms whose fire pumps, pressure-maintenance pumps,

D. Source Limitations: Obtain fire-pump and pressure-maintenance-pump units through

Division 21 – Fire Suppression Page 125 of 148

F. Comply with standards of authorities having jurisdiction pertaining to materials, hose

1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Manufacturer's Warranty: Provide written warranty, signed by manufacturer agreeing

B. Warranty Period: Two years from date of Substantial Completion.

C. Warranty commencement, validity, and prerequisites shall comply or exceed

E. Warranty duration of all manufacturers’ standard warranties shall be measured from

1.9 EXTRA MATERIALS

1. Rings of graphite-impregnated braided yarn and bronze packing gland: Furnish

A. Materials and equipment shall be standard products of a manufacturer regularly

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B. Products shall be supported by a local service organization, authorized, and trained by

C. Manufacturers for all products shall be approved by NEOM.

2.2 Horizontally Mounted, Single-Stage, Split-Case Fire Pumps:

A. Standard: UL 448, factory-assembled and –tested as a one package in country of

B. Casing: Axially split case, cast iron.

C. Impeller: Cast bronze.

D. Wear Rings: Replaceable bronze.

E. Shaft and Sleeve: Stainless steel shaft with bronze sleeve.

F. Shaft Bearings: Grease-lubricated ball bearings in cast iron housing.

H. Mounting: Pump and driver on same base, with horizontal shafts.

I. Coupling: Flexible and capable of absorbing torsional vibration and shaft

J. Inlet Flange: ASME B16.1, Class 125 or Class 250 as required.

K. Outlet Flange: ASME B16.1, Class 125 or Class 250 as required.

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B. Number of Stages: Two.

C. Casing: Axially split case, cast iron.

D. Impeller: Cast bronze.

E. Wear Rings: Replaceable bronze.

F. Shaft and Sleeve: Stainless steel shaft with bronze sleeve.

G. Shaft Bearings: Grease-lubricated ball bearings in cast iron housing.

I. Mounting: Pump and driver on same base, with horizontal shafts.

J. Coupling: Flexible and capable of absorbing torsional vibration and shaft

K. Inlet Flange: ASME B16.1, Class 125 or Class 250 as required.

L. Outlet Flange: ASME B16.1, Class 125 or Class 250 as required.

2.4 PUMP CONTROLLERS, GENERAL

A. Description: Combined automatic and nonautomatic operation; factory assembled and

1. Enclosure: UL 50, Type 12, waterproof, indoor, unless special-purpose enclosure

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2.5 FIRE-PUMP CONTROLLERS