General Construction Specifications
PART 1 - GENERAL
01 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Surface preparation and field application of paints and coatings.
B. Shop preparation and shop prime coating when specified in other Sections of these Specifications.
C. Pavement marking.
D. Pipe Identification.
E. A free choice of manufacturer's standard factory mixed or mechanically proportioned intermixed colors. A color schedule will be furnished after manufacturer of material has been selected.
F. Painting of all exposed process piping and equipment, low pressure air piping and ductwork, plumbing piping, HVAC piping and ductwork, and electrical conduit. Painting of all other listed surfaces in schedule.
02 RELATED SECTIONS
A. Section 09915 High Build Glazed Coatings.
1. Refer to Section 09915, Part 1.11, for coatings of metals in corrosive exposure areas.
03 REFERENCES
A. ASTM D16 - Definitions of Terms Relating to Paint, Varnish, Lacquer, and Related Products.
B. ASTM D2016 - Test Method for Moisture Content of Wood.
C. AWWA (American Water Works Association) - C204 - Chlorinated Rubber-Alkyd Paint Systems for the Exterior of Above Ground Steel Water Piping.
AWWA (American Water Works Association) - D102 - Painting Steel Water Storage Tanks.
D. NACE (National Association of Corrosion Engineers) - Industrial Maintenance Painting.
E. NPCA (National Paint and Coatings Association) - Guide to U.S. Government Paint Specifications.
F. PDCA (Painting and Decorating Contractors of America) - Painting - Architectural Specifications Manual.
G. SSPC (Steel Structures Painting Council) - Steel Structures Painting Manual.
04 DEFINITIONS
A. Conform to ASTM D16 for interpretation of terms used in this Section.
05 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
B. Product Data: Provide data on all finishing products.
C. Samples: Submit samples illustrating range of colors [and textures] available for each surface finishing product scheduled.
D. Inspection Devices: Furnish inspection devices, in good working conditions for the detection of holidays, the measurement of coating thickness (wet and dry).
E. Provide mask, gloves, and other protective materials, and/or clothing recommended by the paint manufacturer.
F. Provide special, temporary, ventilation required by the paint manufacturer.
G. Manufacturer's Instructions: Indicate special surface preparation procedures, substrate conditions requiring special attention, and other applicable requirements.
06 QUALIFICATIONS
A. Manufacturer: Company specializing in manufacturing the Products specified in this section with minimum 5 years documented experience.
B. Applicator: Company specializing in performing the work of this section with minimum 5 years documented experience approved by manufacturer.
07 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
A. Conform to applicable federal, state and local codes for flame and smoke rating requirements for finishes.
08 FIELD SAMPLES
A. Provide field sample of paint under provisions of Section 01400 and 01300.
B. Provide field sample panels, 3 feet long by 1 feet wide, illustrating coating, color, texture, and finish for systems in schedule.
C. Locate where directed by the Engineer's Field Representative.
D. Accepted sample may not remain as part of the Work.
09 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. Deliver, store, protect and handle products to site under provisions of Section 01600.
B. Deliver products to site in sealed and labeled containers; inspect to verify acceptability.
C. Container label to include manufacturer's name, type of paint, brand name, lot number, brand code, coverage, surface preparation, drying time, cleanup requirements, color designation, and instructions for mixing and reducing.
D. Store paint materials at minimum ambient temperature of 45 degrees F (7 degrees C) and a maximum of 90 degrees F (32 degrees C), in ventilated area, and as required by manufacturer's instructions.
010 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
A. Do not apply materials when surface and ambient temperatures are outside the temperature ranges required by the paint product manufacturer.
B. Do not apply exterior coatings during rain or snow, or when relative humidity is outside the humidity ranges required by the paint product manufacturer.
C. Minimum Application Temperatures for Latex Paints: 45 degrees F (7 degrees C) for interiors; 50 degrees F (10 degrees C) for exterior; unless required otherwise by manufacturer's instructions.
D. Minimum Application Temperature for Varnish Finishes: 65 degrees F (18 degrees C) for interior or exterior, unless required otherwise by manufacturer's instructions.
E. Provide lighting level of 80 ft candles measured mid-height at substrate surface.
011 EXTRA MATERIALS
A. Provide 5 gallons in 5 separate 1 gallon containers of each color, type, and surface texture to Owner.
B. Label each container with color, type, texture, room locations, and date in addition to the manufacturer's label.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
012 MANUFACTURERS
A. See Schedule in Part 3 for manufacturers; types surfaces by exposure to be painted, the paint system to use and minimum dry mil thickness.
B. The following manufacturers (with the code used in the Painting Schedule) are approved for use. Use the products of only one manufacturer.
1. Devoe & Raynolds Co., (Devoe).
2. Pittsburgh Paints, (PPG).
3. Pratt and Lambert Inc., (P&L)
4. The Valspar Corporation (Valspar).
5. The Sherwin Williams Co., (Sherwin).
B. Comparable products, to those listed in the decorative painting schedule, Section 09915 of those manufacturers named under protective coating materials may be substituted therefor upon submission to and approval by the Engineer of the manufacturers printed material for each system.
C. Products of a manufacturer other than those named may be accepted if proof is submitted, prepared by an independent testing laboratory, that the products, item by item, are the same generic type and equal to those specified in composition, durability, utility, coverage, and appearance for the intended use.
2.02 MATERIALS
A. Coatings: Ready mixed, except field catalyzed coatings. Process pigments to a soft paste consistency, capable of being readily and uniformly dispersed to a homogeneous coating; good flow and brushing properties; capable of drying or curing free of streaks or sags.
B. Accessory Materials: Linseed oil, shellac, turpentine, paint thinners and other materials not specifically indicated but required to achieve the finishes specified, of commercial quality.
C. Patching Materials: Latex or manufacturer's recommended filler.
D. Fastener Head Cover Materials: Latex or manufacturer's recommended filler.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
013 EXAMINATION
A. Verify site conditions under provisions of Section 01039.
B. Verify that surfaces and substrate conditions are ready to receive work as instructed by the product manufacturer.
C. Examine surfaces scheduled to be finished prior to commencement of work. Report any condition that may potentially affect proper application.
D. Test shop applied primer for compatibility with subsequent cover materials.
E. Measure moisture content of surfaces using an electronic moisture meter. Do not apply finishes unless moisture content of surfaces are below the following maximums:
1. Gypsum Wallboard: 12 percent.
2. Concrete, and Concrete Unit Masonry: 12 percent.
3. Interior Wood: 15 percent, measured in accordance with ASTM D2016.
B. Starting work constitutes acceptance (on the Contractor's part) of conditions and substrates and full responsibilities for the quality and suitable for the finished work.
3.02 PREPARATION
A. Remove electrical plates, hardware, light fixture trim, escutcheons, and fittings prior to preparing surfaces or finishing.
B. Correct defects and clean surfaces which affect work of this section. Remove existing coatings that exhibit loose surface defects.
C. Seal with shellac and seal marks which may bleed through surface finishes.
D. Impervious Surfaces: Remove mildew by scrubbing with solution of tri-sodium phosphate and bleach. Rinse with clean water and allow surface to dry.
E. Aluminum Surfaces Scheduled for Paint Finish: Remove surface contamination by steam or high pressure water. Remove oxidation with acid etch and solvent washing. Apply etching primer immediately following cleaning.
F. Asphalt, Creosote, or Bituminous Surfaces Scheduled for Paint Finish: Remove foreign particles to permit adhesion of finishing materials. Apply compatible sealer or primer.
G. Insulated Coverings: Remove dirt, grease, and oil from canvas and cotton.
H. Copper Surfaces Scheduled for a Paint Finish: Remove contamination by steam, high pressure water, or solvent washing. Apply vinyl etch primer immediately following cleaning.
Gypsum Board Surfaces: Fill minor defects with filler compound. Spot prime defects after repair.
I. Galvanized Surfaces: Remove surface contamination and oils and wash with solvent. Apply coat of etching primer.
J. Concrete and Unit Masonry Surfaces Scheduled to Receive Paint Finish: Remove dirt, loose mortar, scale, salt or alkali powder, and other foreign matter. Remove oil and grease with a solution of tri-sodium phosphate; rinse well and allow to dry. Remove stains caused by weathering of corroding metals with a solution of sodium metasilicate after thoroughly wetting with water. Allow to dry.
K. Uncoated Steel and Iron Surfaces: Remove grease, mill scale, weld splatter, dirt, and rust. Where heavy coatings of scale are evident, remove by power tool wire brushing or sandblasting; clean by washing with solvent. Apply a treatment of phosphoric acid solution, ensuring weld joints, bolts, and nuts are similarly cleaned. Spot prime paint after repairs.
L. Shop Primed Steel Surfaces: Sand and scrape to remove loose primer and rust. Feather edges to make touch-up patches inconspicuous. Clean surfaces with solvent. Prime bare steel surfaces. Prime metal items including shop primed items.
M. Interior Wood Items Scheduled to Receive Paint Finish: Wipe off dust and grit prior to priming. Seal knots, pitch streaks, and sappy sections with sealer. Fill nail holes and cracks after primer has dried; sand between coats.
3.03 APPLICATION
A. Apply products in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
B. Do not apply finishes to surfaces that are not dry.
C. Apply each coat to uniform finish.
D. Apply each coat of paint slightly darker than preceding coat unless otherwise approved.
E. Sand lightly between coats to achieve required finish.
Vacuum clean surfaces free of loose particles. Use tack cloth just prior to applying next coat.
F. Allow applied coat to dry before next coat is applied.
G. Prime concealed surfaces of interior woodwork with primer paint.
H. Paint or coat all ferrous metal surfaces regardless of finish indicated for walls, floors or ceilings.
I. The following surfaces shall be painted only when specifically noted.
1. Exterior concrete including tank interiors.
2. Clay masonry.
3. Bronze or brass items.
4. Factory finished items (unless the finish has deteriorated due to handling or storage at the construction site).
5. Fiberglass and polyethylene, polyvinyl chloride, or other plastic pipe.
6. Surfaces indicated to receive protective coatings.
7. Shop finished items.
J. Color code equipment, piping, conduit, and exposed duct work in accordance with color schedule. Color band and identify with flow arrows, names, and numbering.
3.04 FINISHING MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
A. Refer to this and other Sections for schedule of color coding and identification banding of equipment, duct work, piping, and conduit.
B. Paint shop primed equipment.
C. Remove unfinished louvers, grilles, covers, and access panels on mechanical and electrical components and paint separately.
D. Prime and paint insulated and exposed pipes, conduit, boxes, insulated and exposed ducts, hangers, brackets, collars and supports, and other paintable items of material listed in the schedule except where items are prefinished.
Paint interior surfaces of air ducts, [and convector and baseboard heating cabinets] that are visible through grilles and louvers with one coat of flat black paint, to visible surfaces. Paint dampers exposed behind louvers, grilles, and convector and baseboard cabinets to match face panels.
E. Paint exposed conduit and electrical equipment.
F. Paint both sides and edges of plywood backboards for electrical and telephone before installing equipment.
G. Color code equipment, piping, conduit, and exposed duct work in accordance with color schedule. Color band and identify with flow arrows names and numbering. Specific color schedule shall be furnished after award of the Contract for this project.
H. Reinstall electrical cover plates, hardware, light fixture trim, escutcheons, and fittings removed prior to finishing.
I. Back coat concealed surface of item to be attached to similar or dissimilar materials.
3.05 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Field inspection and testing will be performed under provisions of Section 01400.
B. Test questionable coated areas in accordance with the instructions of the Engineer's Field Representative.
3.06 CLEANING
A. Clean work under provisions of 01700.
B. Collect waste material which may constitute a fire hazard, place in closed metal containers and remove daily from site.
3.07 SCHEDULE
A. Ferrous Metal -- Normal Exposure
1. Ferrous metal and shop primed ferrous metal surfaces, normal exposure; for example: interior and exterior doors, door frames, stairs, ladders, handrails, lighting standards, electrical conduit and boxes, exposed structural steel, vents, louvers, cabinets, catwalks, convectors, machinery, gas storage spheres, piping, and like items.
a) Step One: Remove all corrosive deposits down to a sound surface, clean thoroughly, and allow to dry. Prime bare or damaged surfaces as required.
b) Step Two: Apply one of the following alkyd enamel systems.
1) Devoe: 5 mils system
a) One coat 13101 off-white Metal Primer, 2 mills.
b) Two coats 70xx Mirrolac Gloss Alkyd Enamel Interior-Exterior, 1.5 mils each.
2) PPG: 5.5 mils system
a) One coat 97-682 Multiprime, 1.5 mils.
b) Two coats Speedhide Exterior-Interior Alkyd Gloss Enamel, 2 mils each.
3) P & L: 4.5 mils system
a) One coat Effecto Rust Inhibitive Primer, 1.5 mils.
b) Two coats Effecto Enamel, 1.5 mils each.
4) Valspar: 4.5 mils system
a) One coat Lead and Chromate Free - Fast Dry Primer 13-W-22, 1.5 mils dry.
b) Two coats Syn-Gard Urethane/Alkyd 34 Series, 1.5 mils dry per coat.
5) Sherwin: 7 mils system
a) One coat Kem Kromik Metal Primer B50 N2, 3 mils.
b) Two coats Industrial Enamel, B54 Series, 2 mils each.
F. Galvanized - Normal Exposure
1. Galvanized ferrous metal surfaces, normal exposure; for example: interior or exterior gutters, downspouts, exposed ductwork, handrails, doors, door frames, tanks, vents, electrical conduit and boxes, and like items.
a) Step one: Remove all rust to sound surface, solvent clean, wash, and let dry.
b) Step two: Spot prime former rust areas with one of the following primers.
c) Step three: Apply one of the following alkyd enamel systems.
1) Devoe: 4.5 mils system
a) One coat 13201 Mirrolac Galvanized Metal Primer, 1.5 mils
b) Two coats 70xx Mirrolac Gloss Alklyd Enamel, Interior-Exterior, 1.5 mils each.
2) PPG: 5.5 mils system
a) Spot prime 6-204 Zinc Chromate Primer.
b) One coat 6-209 Galvanized Steel Primer, 1.5 mils.
c) Two coats Speedhide Exterior-Interior Alkyd Gloss Enamel, 2 mils each.
1) P & L: 4.3 mils system
a) One coat Galvanized Metal Latex Primer, 1.3 mils.
b) Two coats Effecto Enamel Gloss, 1.5 mils each.
2) Valspar: 4.5 mils system
a) One coat 79-W-1 Latex Primer, 1.5 mils dry.
b) Two coats 42 Series Gloss Acrylic Latex, 1.5 mils dry per coat.
3) Sherwin: 6.0 mils system
a) One coat Galvite Primer B50 W 3, 2.0 mils.
b) Two coats Industrial Enamel, B54 Series, 2.0 mils each.
G. Exterior Aluminum
1. Exterior aluminum surfaces of roof hatches, skylights, electrical conduit and boxes, roof mounted motor and fan housings, and like items. Aluminum items provided with an anodized finish are not to be painted.
a) Step One: Remove all grease and signs of oxidation by hand tool or solvent cleaning.
b) Step Two: Apply one of the following alkyd systems.
1) Devoe: 3.9 mils system
a) One coat 13201 Mirrolac Galvanized Metal Primer, 1.5 mils.
b) Two coats 70XX Mirrolac Gloss Alkyd Enamel Interior-Exterior, 1.2 mils each.
2) PPG: 5.5 mils system
a) One coat 6-204 Zinc Chromate Primer, 1.5 mils.
b) Two coats Speedhide Exterior-Interior Alkyd Gloss Enamel, 2 mils each.
3) P & L: 3.75 mils system
a) One coat Effector Rust Inhibitive Primer, 1.25 mils.
b) Two coats Effecto Enamel, 1.25 mils each.
4) Valspar: 5 mil system
a) One coat 13-Y-5 Zinc Chromate Primer, 2.0 mils dry.
b) Two coats 20 Series M & F Enamel, 1.5 mils dry per coat.
5) Sherwin: 7 mils system
a) One coat Zinc Chromate Primer, B50 Y 1, 3 mils.
b) Two coats Industrial Enamel, B54 Series, 2.0 each.
H. Interior Concrete
1. Designated interior exposed concrete surfaces, including walls, ceiling, pilasters and columns, and like items.
a) Step One: Remove dust, form oil, curing compounds, and other foreign matter.
b) Step Two: Etch surface with a 10 to 12 percent solution of muriatic acid.
c) Step Three: Rinse with water to remove all acid residue.
d) Step Four: Apply one of the following alkyd systems.
1) Devoe: 4.9 mils system
a) One coat 50801 Vinyl Latex Primer, 1.5 mils.
b) Two coats 23xx Velour Alkyd Eggshell with final coat roller stippled, 1.7 mils each.
2) PPG 4.5 mils system
a) One coat 6-3 Alkali Resistant Primer, 1.5 mils.
b) Two coats 50-65 Snolite Alkyd Stippling Eggshell Enamel with final coat roller stippled, 1.5 mils each.
3) P & L: 4 mils system
a) One coat Vitra-Shield Latex Primer, 1 mil.
b) One coat Lyt-All Double Duty Primer, 1 mil.
c) One coat Vitra Shield, roller stippled, 2 mils.
1) Valspar: 4.5 mils system
a) One coat 79-W-1 Latex Primer, 1.5 mils dry
b) Two coats 34 Series Syn-Gard Urethane Enamel, 1.5 mils dry per coat.
2) Sherwin: 6 mils system
a) One coat Wall and Wood Primer, B49 W 1, 2 mils.
b) Two coats Pro-Mar Alkyd Eg-Shel Enamel, B33 W 100 with final coat roller stippled, 2 mils each.
I Interior Concrete Masonry
1. Interior concrete masonry units. -- (Normal Exposure)
a) Step one: Remove dust, mortar drippings, and other foreign matter.
b) Step two: Apply one of following alkyd system with the block filler indicated in sufficient coats and mill thickness to provide a uniform smooth surface.
1) Devoe:
a) 52901 De-Vo-Ko Bloxfil Latex Block Filler, tinted.
b) One coat 23xx Velour Alkyd Eggshell Enamel, roller stippled, 1.7 mils.
2) PPG:
a) Masonry Block Filler No. 6-7.
b) One coat 50-65 Snolite Alkyd Stippling Eggshell, roller stippled, 1.9 mils.
3) P & L:
a) Primafil 200.
b) One coat Vitra-Shield, roller strippled, 2.0 mils.
4) Valspar:
a) 79-W-8 Latex Block Filler, white or tinted if needed.
b) One coat 31 Series Semi-Gloss Enamel, 2.0 mils dry.
1) Sherwin:
a) Heavy Duty Block Filler, B42 W46, not tinted.
b) One coat Pro-Mar Alkyd Eg-Shel Enamel, B33 W 100, 2 mils.
1. Epoxy Finish -- Interior concrete masonry units -- (Abusive Exposure) (Where protective high build glazed coatings are present)
a) Step One: Remove dust, mortar drippings, and other foreign matter.
b) Step Two: Apply one of the following epoxy coating systems with block filler indicated in sufficient coats and mill thickness to provide a uniform smooth surface.
1) Devoe:
a) 52901 Bloxfil acrylic latex block filler, or (in damp areas, shower room, etc.) 11502 Wonder-Pruf waterproofing masonry coating.
b) One coat 121xx Gloss Mixed with 12002 Converter, 4 mils.
2) PPG:
a) PPG Polyamide Block Fill 97-685/686.
b) One Coat Pitt-Glaze Polyester-Epoxy Coating, 4 mils.
3) P & L:
a) Primafill 200.
b) 2 Coats Palgaro Epoxy Coating Gloss, 2 mils each.
4) Valspar:
a) Degraco Industrial Coatings 46 x 31 Epoxy Fill coat.
b) One Coat Hi Build Epoxy 89-x-xx Two Component System, 4 mils.
5) Sherwin:
a) Heavy Duty Block Filler, B42 W 46.
b) One coat Tile-Clad II Epoxy Enamel, B 62 Series, 4.0 mils.
J. Interior Gypsum Board
1. All gypsum board surfaces designated to be painted.
a) Step one: Spackle all scratches, nail holes, dents, and other abrasions. When dry, sand surfaces smooth and vacuum clean.
b) Step two: Apply one of the following alkyd systems.
1) Devoe: 4.8 mils system
a) One coat 50801 Devoe Vinyl Primer, 0.8 mil.
b) Two coats 21xx Velour Alkyd Flat Interior, 2 mils each.
2) PPG: 4 mils system
a) One coat 6-3 Alkali Resistant Primer (plaster ceiling only), 1.4 mils.
b) One coat 6-2, Quick-Drying Emulsion Sealer (drywall only), 1.4 mils.
c) Two coats 24 line Alkyd Flat Enamel, 1.3 mils each.
1) P & L: 3.7 mils system
a) One coat latex vinyl acrylic wall primer, 1.2 mils.
b) One coat Lyt-All Double Duty Primer, 1 mil.
c) One coat Lyt-All Flowing Flat, 1.5 mils.
2) Valspar: 3 mils system
a) One coat No. 80 Interior PVA Primer, 1 mil dry.
b) One coat 14 Series Flat Wall Finish, 2 mils dry.
3) Sherwin: 5.4/6.0 mils system
a) (Plaster ceiling only) One coat wall and wood primer, B49 W 2, 2.0 mils.
b) (Drywall only) One coat Pro-Mar Latex Wall Primer B28 W 1, 1.4 mils.
c) Two coats Pro-Mar Alkyd Flat Wall Paint B32 W 101, 2 mils each.
K. Interior Wood Painted
1. Interior wood surfaces designated to be painted.
a) Step One. Sand smooth, shellac knots and pitch streaks, fill holes, dents, joints, cracks, and irregularities with linseed oil putty. Sand smooth.
b) Step two: Apply one coat of one of the following primers.
1) Devoe:
a) 51701 Wonder-Tones Acrylic Latex Enamel Undercoat, 1.5 mil.
2) PPG:
a) 6-6 Quick Dry Enamel Undercoat, 1.4 mils.
3) P & L:
a) Interior Trim Primer, 1 mil.
4) Valspar:
a) Alkyd First Coater 17-W-4, 2 mils dry.
5) Sherwin:
a) Wall and Wood Primer B49 W 2, 2 mils.
c) Step three: Apply two coats of same paint as adjacent walls.
B. Insulation
1. Exposed insulation cover surfaces on piping, ducts, tanks, boilers, and similar items.
a) Step one: Correct all holes, rips, or other abrasions with spackle or paintable tape consistent with the insulation cover.
b) Step two: Apply one of the following Alkyd Enamel Systems.
1) Devoe: 3.8 mils system
a) One coat 50801 Devoe Vinyl Primer, 0.8 mil.
b) Two coats 70xx Mirrolac Gloss Alkyd Enamel, Interior-Exterior, 1.5 mils each.
2) PPG: 5.4 mils system
a) One coat 6-2 Quick-Drying Emulsion Sealer, 1.4 mils.
b) Two coats Speedhide Exterior-Interior Alkyd Gloss Enamel, 2 mils each.
3) P & L: 4 mils system
a) One Coat Latex Vinyl Acrylic Wall Primer, 1.2 mils.
b) Two coats Effecto Enamel, 1.5 mils each.
4) Valspar: 3.5 mils system
a) One coat 79-W-1 Latex Primer, 1.5 mils dry.
b) One coat 12 Series Alkyd Enamel, 2 mils dry.
5) Sherwin: 5.4 mils system
a) One coat Pro-Mar Latex Wall Primer B28 W 1, 1.4 mils.
b) Two coats Industrial Enamel B54 Series, 2 mils each.
L. Pavement Striping
1. Parking lot and pavement striping on all pavements except tar based materials.
a) Step one: Remove dust and dirt by scrubbing, brushing or hosing. Remove oil, wax, and grease with a high quality paint thinner.
b) Step two: Adjust layout to avoid striping over longitudinal crack or joint or over tar or asphalt painted lines.
c) Step three: Apply one of the following alkyd resin paints.
1) Devoe:
a) One Coat Traffic Marking Paint, 3 mils.
2) P & L:
a) One Coat Traffic Paint, 2.25 mils.
3) PPG:
a) One Coat Traffic and Zone Marking Paint 11-3 or 11-4, 6 mils.
4) Valspar:
a) One Coat Zone Marking Paint 18-W-7, White or 18-Y-7 Yellow.
5) Sherwin:
a) One Coat Pro-Mar Traffic Marking Paint B29 WI or B29 Y2, 6 mils.
B. When work is complete leave all materials properly coated to conform to the above Specifications. Remove overspray, droppings, or spatter from adjacent materials. Make good damage to other work to the satisfaction of Engineer.
C. Furnish two copies and all instructions, manufacturers' certificates, and documents to Engineer.
3.02 SCHEDULE - COLORS
A. The Engineer will prepare color schedule after award of Contract.
3.03 PIPELINE PAINTING
A. General
1. All pipelines in the project which are exposed to view in buildings or tunnels, above suspended ceilings, or exposed above grade, and all exterior lines shall be identified by color and signs. Each pipeline shall be identified by a color complying with the following schedule of colors and further identified by applied markers.
2. Pipes which are exposed in areas requiring protective coatings shall be coated in accordance with the specifications for protective coating. Other pipes shall be painted in accordance with the specifications for decorative painting.
3. Pipes shall be coated in the number of coats and type of material specified for protective coating and decorative painting. Base coats for pipeline painting may be the same neutral color. Each succeeding base coat shall be a slightly different color. The final coat shall comply with the pipe identifying color schedule.
4. Pipeline identification markers shall be applied to all pipe, whether coated or uncoated.
B. Pipeline Identification Markers
1. Identify all pipe lines with applied signs or markers at 15-feet centers, at both sides of penetrated walls or floors, adjacent to valves, at connected equipment, at branch fittings, and in congested pipe layouts.
a) Markers shall consist of applied signs with legend as follows:
Outside Diameter Length of
of Pipe or Color Size of
Covering Field Letters
inches inches inches
3/4 to 1-1/4 8 1/2
1-1/2 to 2-3/8 8 3/4
2-1/2 to 5-7/8 12 1-1/4
6 to 7-7/8 12 1-1/4
8 to 10 24 2-1/2
Over 10 32 3-1/2
a) Pipe markers shall be semi-rigid outdoor grade acrylic plastic, Seton Name Plate Corp. "SetMark", or equal. Use Type SNA for outside diameters 3/4 through 5-7/8 inches and Type STR for 6-inch outside diameter or larger. For pipes or pipe covering less than 3/4-inch in diameter use applied marker or brass identification tags 1-1/2-inches square with depressed letters 1/4-inch high, black-filled. Apply tightly to pipeline with metal or plastic straps.
B. Pipe Identifying "Color Schedule"
1. The final colors for the pipeline coatings shall be the field colors as specified in the following color schedule.
2. The colors for the applied signs and markers shall be in accordance with the following color schedule except brass identification tags shall be colored as indicated above.
3. Final colors used for pipeline identification shall conform to the following Federal Standard 595a and as directed by the Owner and Engineer.
Dark Brown 10080 Light Green 14516
Aqua 15193 Light Brown 10219 Orange 12246 Black 17038
Gray 16187 Purple 17142
Blue 15102 Red 11105
Dark Blue 15102 Light Gray 16492
Violet 17142 Light Blue 15200
Green 14260 White 17875
Brown 10080 Dark Green 14109
Yellow 13655
a) Match the colors of the existing pipeline identification system.
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