Burj Dubai - The Residences Nasa Multiplex

Client : Emaar Properties MEP ETA

Contractor
M&E Division

Method Statement Title Method Statement No.

ETA / MS / P – 005
Installation of Wet Riser Piping
Rev. No. & Date:
‘3’ - 24.07.2004

Burj Dubai - The Residences

Design Consultant
Woods Bagot

MEP Consultant
Roberts & Partners

Incorporated
NMX 24.07.2004
3
comments
Issued for
2 08.07.2004
approval
Issued for
27.06.2004
1 approval
0 Issued for
15.05.2004
Approval
ETA M&E ETA M&E NMX MACE

Rev. Description Date Prepared Reviewed Approved Approved

By By By By

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 Burj Dubai - The Residences Nasa Multiplex

Client : Emaar Properties MEP ETA

Contractor
M&E Division

Method Statement Title Method Statement No.

ETA / MS / P – 005
Installation of Wet Riser Piping
Rev. No. & Date:
‘3’ - 24.07.2004

1.0 Scope :
This method statement is applicable to the installation of Wet Riser Pipes and Hose
reels, related fittings and accessories, to ensure that the pipe work and other related
fittings and accessories are properly installed and conforms to the requirement of
contract specification Section 15500 and NFPA 14.

2.0 Purpose :
To define the installation of Wet Riser Pipes with Mechanical Grooved and Threaded
fittings, Fire fighting accessories e.g. Hose reel, Landing valve, etc.

3.0 Applicable locations:

3.1 East and West Towers and Podiums.

4.0 Method :
4.1 Preparation work

Before commencing any installation of Wet Riser Piping with fittings and accessories
the following activities shall be carried out by the responsible representative of the
company.

4.1.1 Check that the approved construction drawing of current revision is

readily available for installation.

4.1.2 Verification of material used for installation, should have an approved

material submittal.

4.1.3 Check the type and working conditions of pipe and applicable or
required fittings and accessories as per the contract specifications.

4.1.4 Verify the availability of all required accessories on construction SITE

prior to start of any installation activity.

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 Burj Dubai - The Residences Nasa Multiplex

Client : Emaar Properties MEP ETA

Contractor
M&E Division

Method Statement Title Method Statement No.

ETA / MS / P – 005
Installation of Wet Riser Piping
Rev. No. & Date:
‘3’ - 24.07.2004

4.1.5 Loading and unloading of pipes should be carried out by hands and use
of skids should be avoided. Pipes should not be dragged along rough
surface. Extra care should be exercised in handling small dia pipes to
avoid damage.

4.1.6 Check the work area as per the safety aspect; it should be clean, tidy
and safe for installation of fire fighting piping systems.

4.2 Installation Procedure

4.2.1 Mark out the location of hangers and supports for fire pipes and
accessories as per the approved construction drawings.

4.2.2 Drill the marked position for the hangers and supports by using a drill
of appropriate or required size.

4.2.3 Fix the flush anchor at drilled position by gentle and uniform
hammering. During hammering use the “Setting Tool” of appropriate
size for proper grip of the anchor in concrete.

4.2.4 Before fixing the threaded rod, insert a washer of appropriate size in to
the rod.

4.2.5 Fix the threaded rod of appropriate dia and length into the anchor by
twisting. For easy and balancing twisting of the rod use preferably two
nuts locked together and a wring spanner for tightening.

4.2.6 Finally fix the washer near to the slab by tightening a nut over it; this
will improve the strength and load bearing capacity of threaded rod and
lock the support in place.

4.2.7 Measure length of pipe required, make due allowance of any pipe
fittings to be used. Cut the pipe to the measured length in machine,
ensuring that the ends are cut square. Flame cut ends will not be used
for grooving.

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 Burj Dubai - The Residences Nasa Multiplex

Client : Emaar Properties MEP ETA

Contractor
M&E Division

Method Statement Title Method Statement No.

ETA / MS / P – 005
Installation of Wet Riser Piping
Rev. No. & Date:
‘3’ - 24.07.2004

4.2.8 For pipes more than 2 ½” dia grooved joints are required. With help of
grooving machine prepare grooves at the pipe end to accept the
Victaulic mechanical joints fittings as per the specifications and
manufacturers recommendations.

4.2.9 For pipe less than 2 ½” dia, threaded joint is required, for this purpose,
make external threads on the pipe’s end by using proper threading
machine.

4.2.10 After making thread, these will be covered with jute. Wrap the jute
around the entire length of the threads beginning with the second
number thread from the end. Then screw the threaded end of the pipe in
the adjacent fitting or pipe.

4.2.11 After preparing threads and the grooves, check them for their proper
formation and depth.

4.2.12 The pipe will be checked for correct level and position and if necessary
adjusted on the pipe support, or re-level the pipe with spirit level and
tape.

4.2.13 For vertically installed pipes, install wall hangers at drilled position by
adopting the same procedure. Install the pipes in the clips and “U”
clamps. Provide additional support, to hang each landing valve.

4.2.14 Refer Annexure-I for a typical arrangement of landing valve.

4.3 Installation of Landing Valve

4.3.1 Mark out the location of landing valves on the pipes as per the
approved construction drawing of current revision.

4.3.2 Provide mechanical Tee in the pipe to install the landing valve with the
help of appropriate hole saw cutting machine prior to install the landing
valve.

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 Burj Dubai - The Residences Nasa Multiplex

Client : Emaar Properties MEP ETA

Contractor
M&E Division

Method Statement Title Method Statement No.

ETA / MS / P – 005
Installation of Wet Riser Piping
Rev. No. & Date:
‘3’ - 24.07.2004

4.3.3 Install the “U” clamp fittings with each landing valve fitting.

4.3.4 Keep the canvas 2 ½” x 30 meter hose in the pre-installed metallic fire
cabinet after the commissioning stage.

4.4 After completion of installation, remove burrs, dirt and construction debris and
repair any damaged finishes including chips, scratches and abrasion. Make
good paint finish.

4.5 After completion of installation work, work inspection request (WIR) shall be
raised for Consultant’s inspection.

4.6 Hydrostatic test shall be performed as per attached format for the entire system
to a pressure of 15 bars.

4.7 FIREX shall supervise the installation and testing and certify the same.

5.0 Equipment / Tools Required:

5.1 Electric drilling machine.

5.2 Mobile scaffold and step ladder.
5.3 Mechanical tool kit.
5.4 Measuring tape.
5.5 Water level.
5.6 Cutting tool.
5.7 Grinding machine.
5.8 Threading tool.
5.9 Grooving machine.

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 Burj Dubai - The Residences Nasa Multiplex

Client : Emaar Properties MEP ETA

Contractor
M&E Division

Method Statement Title Method Statement No.

ETA / MS / P – 005
Installation of Wet Riser Piping
Rev. No. & Date:
‘3’ - 24.07.2004

6.0 Safety

6.1 All safety regulations prevailing to this project site shall be strictly adhered to.

6.2 Ensure work area is clean and tidy.

6.3 Safety equipment (example hard hats, safety shoes, coverall gloves, goggles
when necessary etc) to be worn all the times.

6.4 Ensure area is kept clear while lifting is in progress and cordon area off if
necessary with warning tape.

6.5 Check all lifting equipment for visual sign of damage.

6.6 Check electric drill machine and extension leads for visual sign of damage.

6.7 Safety Officer shall check and ensure all safety measures are taken as required.

7.0 Attachment

7.1 Hydrostatic Test Certificate

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