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Issue: 21 February 2023

SECTION 211200 - FIRE-SUPPRESSION STANDPIPES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Particular
Conditions and Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes piping and equipment for the following building systems:

1. Automatic wet-type, Class III standpipes (Landing valve & Hose reel)

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Hose Connection: Valve with threaded outlet matching fire hose coupling thread for
attaching fire hose.

B. Hose Station: Hose connection, fire hose rack, and fire hose.

C. Working Plans: Documents, including drawings, calculations, and material specifications

prepared according to NFPA 14 for obtaining approval from Engineer and authorities having
jurisdiction.

1.4 SYSTEM PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Verify the design of standpipes for compliance with NFPA, and obtain approval from
Engineer and authorities having jurisdiction. Include minimum residual pressures at
hydraulically remote outlets according to the

1. DN40 Hose Connections: 450 kPa.

2. DN65 Hose Connections: 690 kPa.

B. Components and Installation: Capable of producing piping systems with 1200-kPa minimum
working-pressure rating, unless otherwise indicated.

1.5 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For the following:

1. Pipe and fitting materials and methods of joining for standpipe piping.
2. Pipe hangers and supports.
3. Valves, including specialty valves, accessories, and devices.
4. Alarm devices. Include electrical data.
5. Fire department connections. Include type; number, size, and arrangement of inlets;
caps and chains; size and direction of outlet; escutcheon and marking; and finish.

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6. Hose connections. Include size, type, and finish.

7. Hose stations. Include size, type, and finish of hose connections; type and length of
fire hoses; finish of fire hose couplings; type, material, and finish of nozzles; and
finish of rack.

B. Field Test Reports and Certificates: As specified in "Field Quality Control" and
"Commissioning" Articles in Part 3 of this Section. Indicate and interpret test results for
compliance with performance requirements and as described in NFPA 14. Include
"Contractor's Material and Test Certificate for Aboveground Piping".

C. Operation and Maintenance Data: For each type of standpipe specialty to include in
operation and maintenance manuals specified in Division 1.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Installer Qualifications:

1. An experienced installer who has designed, installed, and obtained approvals for fire-
suppression piping similar to that indicated for this Project.
2. Prior to commencing work, submit data showing that the Contractor has successfully
installed fire extinguishing standpipe systems of the same type and design as
specified herein, or that he has a firm contractual agreement with a subcontractor
having the required experience. Include the names and locations of at least two
installations where the Contractor, or the subcontractor referred to above, has
installed such systems. Indicate the type and design of each system, and certify that
the system has performed satisfactorily for a period of at least 18 months.
3. Qualifications of System Technician: Installation drawings, Shop Drawings and
Record (As-Built) Drawings shall be prepared, by or under the supervision of, an
individual who is experienced with the types of works specified herein.

B. Engineering Responsibility: Preparation of working plans, calculations, and field test reports
by a qualified professional engineer. Base calculations on results of fire-hydrant flow test.

C. Professional Engineer Qualifications: A professional engineer who is legally qualified to

practice in jurisdiction where Project is located and who is experienced in providing
engineering services of the kind indicated. Engineering services are defined as those
performed for installations of fire-suppression piping that are similar to those indicated for
this Project in material, design, and extent.

D. Manufacturer Qualifications: Firms whose equipment, specialties, and accessories are listed
by product name and manufacturer in UL's "Fire Protection Equipment Directory" and FM
Global's " Approval Guide" and that comply with other requirements indicated.

E. Standpipe Components: Listing/approval stamp, label, or other marking by a testing agency

acceptable to Engineer and authorities having jurisdiction.

F. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA
70, Article 100, by a testing agency acceptable to Engineer.

G. NFPA Standard: Equipment, specialties, accessories, installation, and testing complying

with NFPA 14, "Standpipe and Hose Systems."

H. Comply with local codes and regulations.

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I. All fire detection & protection services shall comply with the regulation and requirements of
the local civil defense authority, in addition to what is specified and indicated on the
drawings. The contractor shall fully responsible for carrying out all the fire detection and
protection services to the complete satisfaction and final acceptance of the local civil
defense authority.

1.7 WARRANTY

A. Manufacturer’s Warranty: Submit a written warranty signed by the manufacturer agreeing to

repair, restore or replace any defective equipment specified in this section during the
specified warranty period.

1. Warranty Period: 5 years from date of substantial completion.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONS

A. Automatic Wet-Type, Class III Standpipe System: Includes DN 65 hose connections. Has
open water-supply valve with pressure maintained and is capable of supplying water
demand. And includes DN 25 connection to fire hose reel with pressure reducing valve. The
standpipe is connected to the fire hose cabinet type FHCR and type FHCS. Coordinate with
specification section 104413 “fire extinguisher cabinets” and refer to details in drawings.

2.2 PIPING MATERIALS

A. Standard-Weight Steel Pipe, DN150 and smaller: ERW, welded galvanized steel piping
complying with ASTM A53, grade A, schedule 40.

B. Standard-Weight Steel Pipe, DN200 and larger: ERW, welded galvanized steel piping
complying with ASTM A53, grade A, schedule 40.

C. Steel pipes shall comply with the pressure requirements of the system.

2.3 PIPE FITTINGS

A. Malleable-Iron Threaded Fittings: ASME B16.3.

B. Steel, Threaded Couplings: ASTM A 865/A 865M.

C. Steel Flanges and Flanged Fittings: ASME B16.5.

D. Steel, Grooved-End Fittings: UL-listed and FM-approved or complying with relevant EN/BS
standards, ASTM A 47/A 47M, malleable iron or ASTM A 536, ductile iron; with dimensions
matching steel pipe and ends factory grooved according to AWWA C606.

E. Steel, Press-Seal Fittings: UL 213 and FM-approved or complying with relevant EN/BS
standards, 1200 kPa pressure ratings; with steel housing, butylene O-rings, and pipe stop;
for use with Schedule 5, plain-end, steel pipe. Include manufacturer’s pressure-sealing
tools.

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2.4 PIPING JOINING MATERIALS

A. Steel, Keyed Couplings: UL 213 and AWWA C606 or complying with relevant EN/BS
standards, for steel-pipe dimensions. Include ASTM A 536, ductile-iron housing, rubber
gaskets, and steel bolts and nuts. Include listing for dry-pipe service for couplings for dry
piping.

B. Pipe-Flange Gasket Materials: AWWA C110, rubber, flat face, 3.2 mm thick.

1. Class 125, Cast-Iron Flanges and Class 150, Bronze Flat-Face Flanges: Full-face
gaskets.
2. Class 250, Cast-Iron Flanges and Class 300, Steel Raised-Face Flanges: Ring-type
gaskets.

C. Metal, Pipe-Flange Bolts and Nuts: ASME B18.2.1 carbon steel unless otherwise indicated.

2.5 FIRE-PROTECTION-SERVICE VALVES

A. General: UL listed and FM approved, with minimum 1200-kPa nonshock working-pressure

rating. Valves for grooved-end piping may be furnished with grooved ends instead of type of
ends specified.

B. Gate Valves, DN50 and Smaller: UL 262; cast-bronze, threaded ends; solid wedge; OS&Y;
and rising stem.

C. Gate Valves, DN65 and Larger: UL 262, iron body, bronze mounted, taper wedge, OS&Y,
and rising stem. Include replaceable, bronze, wedge facing rings and flanged ends.

D. Swing Check Valves, DN50 and Smaller: UL 312 or MSS SP-80, Class 150; bronze body
with bronze disc and threaded ends.

E. Swing Check Valves, DN65 and Larger: UL 312, cast-iron body and bolted cap, with bronze
disc or cast-iron disc with bronze-disc ring and flanged ends.

F. Split-Clapper Check Valves, DN100 and Larger: UL 312, cast-iron body with rubber seal,
bronze-alloy discs, and stainless-steel spring and hinge pin.

2.6 SPECIALTY VALVES

A. Pressure-Regulating Valves: UL 1468, 2760-kPa minimum rating, brass. Include DN40 or

DN65, female NPS inlet and outlet; adjustable setting feature; and straight or 90-degree
angle pattern design as indicated.

B. Waterflow Test Connection: Provide test connections approximately 1.83 m above the floor
for each standpipe system or portion of each standpipe system equipped with an alarm
device; locate downstream and adjacent to each alarm actuating device. Provide test
connection piping to a location where the discharge will be readily visible and where water
may be discharged without property damage. Discharge to janitor sinks or similar fixtures
shall not be permitted. Provide discharge orifice equivalent to 15 mm sprinkler orifice.

C. Main Drains: Provide separate drain piping to discharge at safe points outside each building
or to sight cones attached to drains of adequate size to readily receive the full flow from
each drain under maximum pressure. Provide auxiliary drains as required by NFPA 13 and
NFPA 14.

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D. Double-check backflow prevention assembly shall comply with ASSE 1015. The assembly
shall have a bronze or stainless-steel body with flanged ends. The assembly shall include
pressure gage test ports and OS&Y shutoff valves on the inlet and outlet, 2-positive-seating
check valve for continuous pressure application, and four test cocks. Assemblies shall be
rated for working pressure of 1207 kPa. The maximum pressure loss shall be 40 kPa at a
flow rate equal to the sprinkler water demand, at the location of the assembly. A test port for
a pressure gage shall be provided both upstream and downstream of the double check
backflow prevention assembly valves.

E. Pressure reducing valve assembly (with standby) shall be UL listed.

F. All landing valves shall be with built in pressure restricting device to limit the outlet pressure
to a maximum of 6.9 Bar unless otherwise required on the drawings.

2.7 HOSE CONNECTIONS

A. Description: UL 668, 2070-kPa minimum pressure rating, brass, hose valve for connection
of fire hose. Include 90-degree angle pattern design; female NPS inlet and male hose outlet;
and lugged cap, gasket, and chain. Include DN65 as indicated, and hose valve threads
according to NFPA 1963 and matching local fire department threads. And includes DN 25
connection to fire hose reel with pressure reducing valve

1. Valve Operation: Pressure-regulating type.

2.8 HOSE STATIONS

A. Description: UL 47, semiautomatic hose stations. Include brass, rack nipple; hose rack; and
the following features:

1. Valves: UL 668, 2070-kPa minimum pressure rating, 90-degree angle pattern hose
valve with female NPS inlet and outlet, unless otherwise indicated.
a. Valve Operation: Pressure-regulating type.
2. Threads and Gaskets: NFPA 1963 and matching local fire department threads.
3. Fire Hose: NFPA 1961 and UL 219, lined fire hose with couplings, gaskets, and
nozzle. Include the following fire hose materials:
a. Jacket: Synthetic thread.
b. Lining: Plastic compound.
c. Cover: Rubber, plastic, or combination of compounds.
d. Cover: Optional.
4. Nozzles: UL 401.
5. Drain Valves: UL 1726.
6. Mountings: Pipe clamp or wall bracket for freestanding units.
7. Mountings: Pipe escutcheon for cabinet-mounted units.

B. Spare Parts: Provide 1 percent of the nozzles as spare parts.

2.9 MONITORS

A. Description: UL-listed, stationary, single-waterway type for 47.3-L/s water stream. Include
the following features:

1. Waterway: DN65 minimum, brass tube.

2. Operation: Lever handle.

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3. Horizontal Rotation: 360 degrees with locking device.

4. Vertical Rotation: 80-degree elevation and 60-degree depression with locking device.
5. Nozzle: Brass, adjustable from shutoff to fog spray or straight stream.

2.10 FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTIONS

A. Wall, Fire Department Connections: UL 405; cast-brass body with brass, wall, escutcheon
plate; brass, lugged caps with gaskets and brass chains; and brass, lugged swivel
connections. Include inlets with threads according to NFPA 1963 and matching local fire
department sizes and threads, outlet with pipe threads, extension pipe nipples, check
devices or clappers for inlets, and escutcheon plate with marking "STANDPIPE." Fire
department connections shall be suitable for use by Fire Brigade.

B. Breeching inlets: 4 ways breeching inlets, inside cabinet with stainless steel door and frame
and wired glass door, subject to architectural preference. Refer to details in drawings

1. Type: Exposed, projecting mounting.

2. Escutcheon Plate: Round.
3. Finish: Polished chrome-plated.

C. The four-way breeching connection shall be provided at external wall of ground floor near to
external road to allow fire brigade to pump water to the common fire pump discharge pipe.
Location of the four-inlet breeching connection shall be coordinated with architectural and
fire and life safety.

2.11 ALARM DEVICES

A. General: Types matching piping and equipment connections. Coordinate with fire alarm
specification section

2.12 PRESSURE GAUGES

A. Pressure Gages: UL 393, 90- to 115-mm diameter dial with dial range of 0 to 1725 kPa.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 PREPARATION

A. Perform fire-hydrant flow test according to NFPA 14 and NFPA 291. Use results for system
design calculations required in "Quality Assurance" Article.

B. Report test results promptly and in writing.

3.2 EXAMINATION

A. Examine roughing-in for hose connections and stations to verify actual locations of piping
connections before installation.

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B. Examine walls and partitions for suitable thickness, fire- and smoke-rated construction,
framing for hose-station cabinets, and other conditions where hose connections and stations
are to be installed.

C. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

3.3 PIPING APPLICATIONS

A. Flanges, unions, and transition and special fittings with pressure ratings the same as or
higher than system's pressure rating may be used in aboveground applications, unless
otherwise indicated.

B. Piping between Fire Department Connections and Check Valves: Use galvanized, standard-
weight steel pipe with threaded ends; cast- or malleable-iron threaded fittings; and threaded
joints.

C. Above ground firefighting pipes to be steel pipes to ASTM A53 type E, grade A.

D. Standpipes: Use the following:

1. DN100 and Smaller: steel pipes to ASTM A53 type E, grade A with threaded ends;
cast- or malleable-iron threaded fittings; and threaded joints.
2. DN125 and DN150: steel pipes to ASTM A53 type E, grade A with grooved ends;
steel, grooved-end fittings; steel, keyed couplings; and grooved joints.

3.4 VALVE APPLICATIONS

A. Drawings indicate valve types to be used. Where specific valve types are not indicated, the
following requirements apply:

1. Fire-Protection-Service Valves: UL listed and FM approved for applications where

required by NFPA 14.
a. Shutoff Duty: Use gate valves.
2. General-Duty Valves: For applications where UL-listed and FM-approved valves are
not required by NFPA 14.
a. Shutoff Duty: Use gate, ball, or butterfly valves.
b. Throttling Duty: Use globe, ball, or butterfly valves.

3.5 SERVICE-ENTRANCE PIPING

A. Connect fire-suppression standpipe piping to water-service piping at service entrance into

building.

B. Install shutoff valve, backflow preventer, pressure gauge, drain, and other accessories at
connection to fire-suppression water-service piping.

C. Install shutoff valve, check valve, pressure gauge, and drain at connection to water service.

3.6 WATER-SUPPLY CONNECTIONS

A. Connect fire-suppression standpipe piping to building's interior water-distribution piping.

Comply with requirements for interior piping in Section 221116 "Domestic Water Piping."

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B. Install shutoff valve, backflow preventer, pressure gauge, drain, and other accessories at
connection to water-distribution piping.

3.7 PIPING INSTALLATION

A. Locations and Arrangements: Drawing plans, schematics, and diagrams indicate general
location and arrangement of piping. Install piping as indicated, as far as practical.

1. Deviations from approved working plans for piping require written approval from
authorities having jurisdiction. File written approval with Engineer before deviating
from approved working plans.

B. Use approved fittings to make changes in direction, branch takeoffs from mains, and
reductions in pipe sizes.

C. Install unions adjacent to each valve in pipes DN50 and smaller. Unions are not required on
flanged devices or in piping installations using grooved joints.

D. Install flanges or flange adapters on valves, apparatus, and equipment having DN65 and
larger connections.

E. Install drain valves on standpipes. Extend drain piping to outside of building.

F. Install automatic (ball drip) drain valves to drain piping between fire-department connections
and check valves. Drain to floor drain or outside building.

G. Install alarm devices in piping systems.

H. Install hangers and supports for standpipe system piping in accordance with NFPA 14.
Comply with requirements in NFPA 13 for hanger materials.

I. Install piping with grooved joints according to manufacturer's written instructions. Construct
rigid piping joints, unless otherwise indicated.

J. Install pressure gauges on riser or feed main and at top of each standpipe. Include pressure
gauges with connection of not less than DN 8 and with soft-metal seated globe valve,
arranged for draining pipe between gauge and valve. Install gauges to permit removal, and
install where they are not subject to freezing.

3.8 VALVE INSTALLATION

A. Install fire-protection specialty valves, trim, fittings, controls, and specialties according to
NFPA 13 and NFPA 14, manufacturer's written instructions, and authorities having
jurisdiction.

B. Gate Valves: Install fire-protection-service valves supervised-open, located to control

sources of water supply except from fire department connections. Provide permanent
identification signs indicating portion of system controlled by each valve.

C. Valves for Wall Fire Hydrants: Install gate valve with nonrising stem in supply pipe.

D. Install check valve in each water-supply connection. Install backflow preventers instead of
check valves in potable-water supply sources.

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E. Deluge Valves: Install in vertical position, in proper direction of flow, in main supply to
deluge system.

F. Maximum pressure at any hose and landing valve outlets shall be restricted to 6.9 BAR (100
psi) with in-built pressure reducing devices, unless otherwise indicated on drawings.

3.9 JOINT CONSTRUCTION

A. Steel-Piping, Grooved Joints: Use Schedule 40 steel pipe with cut or roll-grooved ends.
Assemble joints with couplings, gaskets, lubricant, and bolts according to coupling
manufacturer's written instructions. Use gaskets listed for dry-pipe service for dry piping.

B. Press-Seal-Fitting Joints: Use UL-listed, or complying with relevant EN/BS standards, tool
and procedure and follow fitting manufacturer's written instructions. Include use of specific
equipment, pressure-sealing tool, and accessories.

C. Locking-Lug-Fitting, Twist-Locked Joints: Follow fitting manufacturer's written instructions.

3.10 HOSE-CONNECTION INSTALLATION

A. Install hose connections adjacent to standpipes.

B. Install freestanding hose connections for access and minimum passage restriction.

C. Install DN 65 hose connections with quick-disconnect DN 65 by DN 40 reducer adapter and
flow-restricting device.

D. Install wall-mounted-type hose connections in cabinets. Include pipe escutcheons, with

finish matching valves, inside cabinet where water-supply piping penetrates cabinet. Install
valves at angle required for connection of fire hose. Comply with requirements for cabinets
in Section 104413 "Fire Protection Cabinets."

3.11 HOSE-STATION INSTALLATION

A. Install freestanding hose stations for access and minimum passage restriction.

B. Install DN 65 hose connections with quick-disconnect DN 65 by DN 40 reducer adapter and
flow-restricting device unless otherwise indicated.

C. Install freestanding hose stations with support or bracket attached to standpipe.

D. Install wall-mounted, rack hose stations in cabinets. Include pipe escutcheons, with finish
matching valves, inside cabinet where water-supply piping penetrates cabinet. Install valves
at angle required for connection of fire hose. Comply with requirements for cabinets in
Section 104413 "Fire Protection Cabinets."

3.12 CONNECTIONS

A. Connect water-supply piping and standpipes to fire pumps. Include backflow preventers.

B. Install ball drip valves at each check valve for fire department connection. Drain to floor
drain or outside building.

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C. Connect piping to specialty valves, hose valves, specialties, fire department connections,
and accessories.

D. Electrical Connections: Power wiring is specified in Division 26.

E. Connect alarm devices to fire alarm.

3.13 IDENTIFICATION

A. Install labeling and pipe markers on equipment and piping in accordance with NFPA 14
requirements.

3.14 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Tests and Inspections:

1. Flush, test, and inspect standpipe systems in accordance with NFPA 14, "System
Acceptance" chapter.
2. Replace piping system components that do not pass test procedures and retest to
demonstrate compliance. Repeat procedure until satisfactory results are obtained.
3. Report test results promptly and in writing to Engineer and authorities having
jurisdiction.

3.15 COMMISSIONING

A. Verify that specialty valves, trim, fittings, controls, and accessories are installed and operate
correctly.

B. Verify that specified tests of piping are complete.

C. Verify that potable-water supplies have correct types of backflow preventers.

D. Verify that hose connections and fire department connections have threads compatible with
local fire department equipment.

E. Fill wet-pipe standpipe piping with water.

F. Verify that hose connections are correct type and size.

G. Verify that hose stations are correct type and size.

H. Energize circuits to electrical equipment and devices.

I. Adjust operating controls and pressure settings.

J. Coordinate with fire alarm tests. Operate as required.

3.16 DEMONSTRATION

A. Demonstrate equipment, specialties and accessories, and train Employer's maintenance

personnel to adjust, operate, and maintain standpipes and hoses. Refer to Division 1.

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