Specifications

St. David Catholic School Manning Architects
Gym and Classroom Replacement N10.024.00
New Orleans, Louisiana July 20, 2012
BASIC MATERIALS AND METHODS 16100 -3
All device plates shall be brushed stainless steel with matching counter sunk screws unless noted
otherwise.
Consult with the Architect for color selections before ordering devices.
Use multigang plates where devices are grouped together.
Boxes and fittings shall comply with article 314 of the NEC. Particular attention shall be paid to
the number of conductors allowed in an outlet box or junction box. Contractor shall make
provisions to prevent overcrowding outlet and junction boxes regardless of the number of
conductors shown on the plans at the outlets.
In locations where power, combination, and tele/data outlets are mounted together, care shall be
taken to minimize the overall spacing along the wall. Consult with the Architect for specific
details.
2.04 GROUNDING
The grounding system shall be in accordance with N.E.C. Article 250.
A grounding conductor shall be provided in all conduit.
2.05 SAFETY SWITCHES AND FUSES
Safety switches shall be of the quick-make, quick-break, heavy-duty, fusible or non-fusible type
with cover interlock to prevent opening of the door when the switch is in the “ON” position.
Use NEMA 3R enclosures outdoors and NEMA 1 enclosures indoors, unless otherwise noted.
Provide a complete set of dual-element, class RK-1 or class J fuses of ampere rating shown on
the drawings. Furnish the owner with 20% spare fuses with at least one set for every rating.
All fuses shall have a minimum interrupting rating of 100,000 A.
2.06 SUPPORTING DEVICES
Material: Cold-formed steel, with corrosion-resistant coating.
Metal Items for Use Outdoors or in Damp Locations: Hot-dip galvanized steel.
Slotted-Steel Channel: Flange edges turned toward web, and 9/16-inch- diameter slotted holes
at a maximum of 2 inches o.c., in webs. Strength rating to suit structural loading.
Slotted Channel Fittings and Accessories: Recommended by the manufacturer for use with the
type and size of channel with which used.