Irrigation System Specifications

SPECIFICATIONS IRRIGATION
R.W. Armstrong & Associates 32 80 00
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. General
1. The scope of this contract comprises the supply, installation, testing,
commissioning and statutory maintenance, for a period of 12 months from
certified completion, of an automatic irrigation system as detailed in the drawings
and in this specification.
1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A. The extent of area to be irrigated shall be as shown on the planting plans.
B. The irrigation system as a whole shall comprise of:

1. [A booster pumping unit with pumps, manifolds, valves, control equipment and all
other accessories for the irrigation system. The pumping unit shall be installed
inside the pump room .[An underground pipe network of upvc mains and sub
mains and polyethylene tubing, with solenoid control valves for the operation of
the irrigation system.]
2. [A distribution system of drip emitters with all necessary fittings and accessories.]
3. [An electrical control system for the irrigation system operation, consisting of
solenoid valves, controllers, low voltage cable and all other necessary
accessories.]
4. [All the builders work connected with the installation of irrigation system
installation.]
C. All works which may be incidental, contingent or necessary for the proper completion
of works, but which are not specifically described herein are also considered to be
included.
1.3 SILENCE OF SPECIFICATION
A. The apparent silence of the specification, drawings or other contract

documents as to any detail or the apparent omission from them of
a detailed description concerning any point, shall be regarded as
meaning that only the best general practice is to be used. All
interpretations of the specifications will be made by the Engineer
on this basis.
1.4 SHOP DRAWINGS
A. The contractor shall carefully check and verify all dimensions on the tender drawings
and shall prepare, for approval by the Engineer, shop drawings including but not
limited to:
1. detailed layout of main, sub main and lateral pipes, valves, irrigation heads and
other typical connections, including hydraulic calculations.
2. [pumping unit installation details including pump head connections and electrical
control equipment with circuit diagrams.]
[or]
2. [connection details for mainline connections.]
3. electric power and control wiring diagrams system for irrigation controller, field
wiring and grounding.
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4. irrigation system operation schedule including valves and stations sequencing.
B. Shop drawings shall incorporate approved materials and equipment that will be
shown to scale.
1.5 APPROVAL OF MATERIALS
A. All materials shall be as described in the specifications. The contractor shall submit
samples of all materials, which are proposed to be used in the system, sufficiently in
advance, to the Engineer, for approval, prior to their installation. Any materials used,
which are not approved nor to the satisfaction of the Engineer, may be rejected and
the Contractor shall replace them, at his own cost, with acceptable items.
1.6 PROTECTION OF EXISTING SERVICES
A. Particular care is to be taken to avoid damage to underground electricity,

telephone and water mains, drains, roads and other underground services
during the progress of the works. The Contractor shall be responsible for
any damage caused to building works, supplies or services and shall fully
indemnify. The owner of the services, or his representatives shall decide
the method of execution of repairs.
B. Prior to starting any work at the site, the contractor has to check existing as
built services drawings. Copies of these drawings shall be submitted to the
engineer before starting the actual work at site.
1.7 AS-BUILT DRAWINGS
A. The Contractor shall maintain one set of contract drawings for the sole purpose of
recording "As-Built" conditions of the irrigation system as a whole. All changes,
previously approved, and all completed work shall be recorded on these drawings. All
valve locations and piping shall be dimensioned and recorded (except cable routes,
common to pipe runs, need not be dimensioned).
B. The As-Built drawings shall be prepared on latest version Auto Cad and supplied to
the Engineer for approval prior to the issue of the Completion Certificate.
C. On approval of the as-built drawings the Contractor shall forward the following for the
Engineer's retention:
1. Three complete sets of As-Built drawings properly folded and provided in the
plastic folders as part of the Operations and Maintenance manual.
2. One set of reproducible mother prints on heavy grade polyester sheet
3. One set of computer discs properly labelled and marked.
1.8 MANUFACTURER'S LITERATURE
A. At such time as the list of materials has been approved by the Engineer, the
Contractor shall provide two (2) sets of manufacturer's technical literature
and maintenance literature to the Engineer. Data sheets shall provide
sufficient technical information to identify each product and shall include
the name and address of the nearest re-supply firm.
1.9 UNITS OF MEASUREMENT

A. Unless otherwise stated, the units of measurement are metric units.
B. Where the unit of measurement is the gallon, it shall deemed to be the U.S. gallon.
1.10 INSTALLATION AND TESTING
A. The contractor shall submit his work method statement for approval prior to
commencements of the works. The statement shall detail proposed sequence of
work, hold points, testing frequency and document control.
1.11 WARRANTY
A. All the works included in this contract shall be warranted by the contractor against all
defects and malfunction of materials and workmanship for a period of one year from
the date of substantial completion of works and all pumps including all pump room
equipments, accessories and Irrigation controllers shall be warranted for the period
of five years from the date of completion of works. Should any problem arise with the
system during the warranty period all necessary repairs and/or replacements shall be
made by the contractor in an expedient manner at no additional cost to the client.
1.12 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS
A. The Contractor shall provide three copies of the operation and maintenance manual
for the Engineer's approval prior to issuing of the completion certificate. Manuals
shall contain comprehensive operational schedules, recommended spare parts lists,
manufacturer's operating data, catalogues and exploded parts diagrams, original
guarantees where applicable for the entire irrigation scheme. The material used for
the irrigation system shall be listed in the manual.
B. Draft, manuals shall be submitted for approval prior to commencement of

commissioning and shall be revised in accordance with Engineer's instructions and
reflect and record the results of the commissioning procedures described above.
C. One soft copy of the manual on CD shall also be provided.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 SCOPE
A. The scope of this section includes a description of the materials and methods for the
hydraulic element of the system. All equipment, fittings and accessories shall be
suitably rated to comply with the system design and operating parameters.
2.2 MATERIALS
A. UPVC Pipe and fittings

1. UPVC piping shall be fabricated from unplasticised polyvinyl chloride (Upvc)
according to BS 3505: 1968 and BS 3506: 1969. Pressure rating of pipes shall be
class D (12 bar working pressure). Pipe shall be supplied in lengths no smaller
than six (6) meters. Each length of pipe shall bear markings to identify type and
grade. All piping shall show no evidence of blisters, grooves or other extrusion
marks. The Contractor shall provide three (3) samples of each size, on

meter in length for approval prior to supply and installation. All pipes 4" and above
shall be of the Rubber ring sealing type. The socket shall be an integral part of
the pipe and offer hydraulic security under both positive and negative pressure
heads.
2. All joints in pipe shall be made by solvent welding using adhesive solvent and
primer as recommended, in writing, by the manufacturer and approved by the
Engineer. All cans of solvent and primer shall have labels intact and shall be
stamped with date of manufacture. No cans dated over two years old will be
permitted. No thinning of solvent or primer will be permitted.
3. Lubricant and solvent cement used to make joints shall be approved in writing by
the pipes manufacturer or his designated representative and the Engineer. Joints
up to 2" shall only be threaded. All threaded joints shall be made up using PTFE
tape or an approved equal thread sealant. Fittings shall be fabricated from UPVC
according to BS 4346.
4. Joints larger than 2" shall be flanged. Flange couplers shall be PN 16 and in
accordance with BS 4504. Bolts, nuts and washers shall be 316 stainless steel.
5. All UPVC pipes and fittings shall be kite marked.
B Polyethylene Pipe and Fittings

1. Polyethylene pipe and fittings for emitter lines shall be manufactured from linear
low-density polyethylene incorporating a minimum of 2.8% carbon black and shall
have a working pressure of 4kg/cm2.
2. Random samples of drip irrigation pipes shall be subjected to the Teepol stress
crack resistance test. Fittings shall be compression type and shall be compatible
with the pipe used. Insert barbed type fittings secured by plastic ratchet clips shall
not be used.
3. Pipes for spray head and drip line risers shall be LDPE Class C as per BS 1972-
67. Fittings for these pipes shall be compression quick joint type with minimum
12 bar pressure rating.
C. Steel Pipe and Fittings

1. Steel pipes shall conform to API standard schedule 80 or equal and approved.
Welded fittings shall be schedule 80 and weld neck. Flanges shall be in
accordance with BS 4504 PN16. All bolts nuts and washers used for flanged
connections shall be 316 stainless steel.
2. All pipes and fittings to be coated inside and outside by electrostatic fusion
bonded epoxy to average DFT 150 micron or by fusion bonded plastic powder
coating to average DFT 500 microns.
D. Threaded Steel Pipes & Fittings (for 3" and below)

1. Pipe and fittings shall be heavy-duty class (C) hot dip galvanized mild steel,
manufactured in accordance with BS 1387/67. Joints shall be threaded and
sealed with PTFE tape or some approved method.
2. Connections to the flanged equipment shall be via threaded flanged adapters. All
bolts, nuts and washers used for flanged connections shall be 316 stainless steel.
3. All pipes and fittings shall be coated inside and outside by electrostatic fusion
bonded epoxy to average DFT 150 micron or by fusion bonded plastic powder
coating to average DFT 500 micron.
4. Any galvanized pipe installed in contact with the soil shall be wrapped with at
least two layers of an approved wrapping tape of minimum thickness of 1.15mm
and applied with 50% overlap.

E. Gate Valves
1. Gate valves 50mm (2") in diameter and smaller shall have non-rising stem and be
manufactured from bronze according to BS 5154. Inlet and outlet shall be BSP
threaded. Gate valves larger than 50mm (2") diameter shall be flanged ductile
iron waterworks valves manufactured to BS 5163. All valves shall be coated with
solvent free coal tar epoxy DFT 300 micron. Valves installed below ground shall
be provided with stemcap for key operation. Nominal pressure rating for the
valves shall be 16 bar or more.
F. Solenoid Valves
1. Solenoid control valves shall be normally closed electrically operated, by means
of an integrally mounted heavy-duty 24 volt AC 50 Hz waterproof solenoid, having
a maximum inrush current of 0.41 amps and a maximum 0.23 amp holding
current. Valves shall be specifically designed for operation in arid areas with
temperatures up to 500 c and 100% humidity. The valve shall be serviceable
without removing it from the system and shall have a manually operated flow
adjustment stem for throttling. The body and flow control stem shall be sand cast
brass. The diaphragm shall be nylon reinforced nitrile rubber. Valves shall be
specifically rated for operation with dirty or effluent water. Control lines shall be
protected by self flushing nylon or grade 316 stainless steel screens that project
into the stream flow or by a stainless steel 'scrubber' arrangement designed to
clean control passages every time the valve opens. The inlet and outlet shall be
B.S.P. threaded.
2. Valves shall be provided with a pressure regulator, capable of regulating
downstream pressures in the range 15 psi to 100 psi + 5 psi. It shall be possible
to measure downstream pressure via a schraeder valve, or integral pressure
gauge. The pressure regulator shall function when the valve is manually opened
and shall regulate successfully for a cross valve head loss of 7.5m (10 psi) or
less.
G. Quick Coupling Valves and Keys

1. Quick coupling valves shall be solid bronze or brass. Cover shall be rubber
covered bronze. The seat disc plunger shall be spring loaded to keep valve
closed at zero inlet pressure. Coupler shall be removable from top while valve is
under pressure. Valve shall be one-piece design with single slot and 1” in size.
2. The valve shall be operated with plug-in type special coupler key with single lug.
The key shall be cast bronze. For connection of hose, swivel elbow to be used.
The keys are to be from same manufacturer to ensure compatibility of the
connection.
3. A key complete with swivel elbow, brass quick coupling hose connectors and 25m
of 1" diameter reinforced rubber garden hosepipe shall be provided for every five
valves installed.
H. Check Valves
1. Check valves sizes three (3) inches and above shall be double flanged swing
type having ductile iron body and gunmetal seat to BS 1400. Pressure rating shall
be PN16 or more.
2. All valves shall be internally and externally epoxy coated to average DFT 300
micron. All nut bolts shall be 316 stainless steel.
3. Check valves two inches and smaller shall be of non-slam type, with stainless
steel spring and brass disc in a brass body. Valve shall be of 16kg/cm 2 pressure
class and shall be easily serviceable, with removable seat and disc. Inlet and
outlet shall be B.S.P. threaded.

I. Combination Air/Vacuum Release Valve

1. Combination Air/Vacuum release valves shall be rated PN 16 and combine the
function of a large orifice air and vacuum relief valve with the features of a small
orifice continually acting air vent valve. Body to be ductile iron; coating shall be
fusion-bonded epoxy or plastic powder. Internal components to be stainless steel
or protected by injection moulded intrile rubber that ensures that there are no
metal parts in contact with the water. Valves shall have controlled closing speed
to eliminate surge generation from sudden closing.
J. Combination Air/Vacuum Release Valve

1. Pressure sustaining valve shall be installed to regulate the pressure. It shall be
flanged to PN 16 and ductile iron body. Valve shall open and close in modulating
action as required to maintain constant system pressure. On pressure reversal
valve shall close tightly. Operation shall be completely automatic with only one
adjustment required to change the pressure setting. Adjustable pressure range
from 1.0 kgs/cm2 to 8.5 kgs/cm2. The valve shall be "Y" pattern globe diaphragm
actuated with pilot control. The diaphragm shall be made of reinforced neoprene
and the pilot shall be brass and all tubing copper. The valve shall be epoxy
coated internally and externally to minimum DFT 300 microns.
K. Pressure Relief Valve [OPTIONAL]

1. Pressure relief valve shall be installed to release excess pressure away from the
system. The valve shall be flanged, diaphragm type, hydraulically operated, pilot
controlled and modulating type. The pilot shall be brass and tubing copper/brass.
The valve shall be fast opening and slow closing. The valve shall be flanged and
of ductile iron body. All internal and external exposed surfaces shall be FDA
approved epoxy coated to minimum DFT 300 microns. All nut bolts to be of 316
stainless steel.
L. Basket strainer [OPTIONAL]

1. The basket strainer shall be ductile iron with bolted cover, inlet and outlet to be
flanged and drilled to PN 16. The strainer shall be stainless steel with 1/8 inch
perforations. Working pressure should be minimum 10 bar. The basket strainer
shall be coated internally and externally with coal tar epoxy to minimum DFT 300
micron.
M. Foot Valve (if required) [OPTIONAL]

1. The foot valve shall be full flow type installed at the bottom of the pump suction
line inside the tank. The valve shall be flanged ductile iron construction. All internal
and external exposed surfaces shall be epoxy coated to average DFT
300 microns for protection against corrosion. The valve shall have minimum
10% larger flow area (including heavy duty stainless steel strainer) than the pipe
size to ensure minimum head loss.
2. All the internal components shall be bronze with drop tight resilient seating to
guarantee no loss of suction.
N. Valve Boxes
1. All solenoid valves, flush valves, quick coupling valves and wire pull boxes shall
be installed in lockable access boxes of sufficient size to permit ready removal of
the valve and inner assembly. Valve boxes shall be constructed from ABS, GRP
or HDPE and shall be supported on block work to prevent shrinkage. The inside
of the box and cover shall be labelled with permanent paint or plastic tags with
valve identification details. All valve boxes shall be installed in non-traffic areas
and preferably in landscape zones.

2. Valve boxes shall be fabricated from reinforced plastic and minimum

recommended size shall be as follows:
COVER DEPTH
Q.C.V. 250 mm (dia) 230 mm
Pull box, Air valve 1” &
Flush valve 430 X295 mm 300 mm

Solenoid valves
up to 2” 590X 349 mm 380 mm

Solenoid valves above 2”
and Isolation valves up to 3” 825 x 495 mm 450mm
3. Measurements are taken from the top of boxes.

4. Covers shall be secured by stainless steel 316 bolts.
O In-line Drip Tubing

1. Inline drip tube shall consist of linear low-density Polyethylene tubing with
pressure compensating, self-flushing type integral drip emitters. The tubing shall
have a minimum outside diameter (O.D.) 16mm and thickness of 1.1 mm +
0.05mm. Pipes for drip lines shall be manufactured from low-density polyethylene
incorporating a minimum of 2.8% carbon black, antioxidants in an amount not
exceeding 0.5% and shall have a nominal pressure PN 6.
2. Random samples of drip pipes shall be subjected to the Teepol crack resistance
test. The samples shall be immersed in a bath containing a solution of 10%
Teepol and 90% water maintained at 50 degrees C. The pipe should resist the
solution without showing any fatigue or crack for a period of 150 hours.
3. The test should be carried out in an independent laboratory within Qatar.
4. All fittings for drip line shall be compression type.
5. The emitters must be pressure compensating according to ISO9260 and
emission rate of the emitter shall remain constant at varying water pressure from
1bar to 4.5 bar. The flow path in the emitter must ensure non-turbulent flow and
emitter must conform to excellent pressure compensation and self-
cleaning/flushing mechanism. The emitter must be clogging resisting and the
filtration requirement not more than 150 mesh. Coefficient of variation shall be
less than 5%. The flow of the emitter must remain same/constant at temperatures
varying from 0 to 60 deg. Celsius.
6. The product must have warranty against cracking and performance for 7 Years.
7. The number of drip line risers shall be as per the Engineer’s approval. Separate
drip line risers shall be for each planter. Each tree in grass areas shall be
provided with a separate drip line riser. Drip stakes shall be provided at each
point of change in direction of drip line and spacing between drip stakes shall not
be more than 10.0 meters.
8. The capacity and spacing of the in-built emitters in the dripper line shall be as
follows:
(i)FOR GROUND COVERS:

Emitter discharge rate shall be 2.3 LPH and spacing between emitters on
dripper line shall be 50 cm.

(ii)FOR SEASONAL FLOWER BEDS:

Emitter discharge rate shall be 2.3 LPH and spacing between emitters on drip
line shall be 30 cm. Spacing between drip lines shall be 50 cm.
(iii)FOR HEDGES:
Two rows drip lines at 50 cm spacing shall be provided for hedges. Emitter
discharge rate shall be 2.3 LPH and spacing between emitters shall be 50 cm.
(iv)FOR TREES:
A loop of dripper line (around tree) with 3.5 LPH in-line emitter at every 30 cm.
Length of dripper line in a loop shall be not less than 3.5m.
(v)FOR SHRUBS:
Two no. in-line PC emitters (each emitter 3.5 LPH) per plant shall be used for
shrubs if spacing between shrubs is less than or equal to 1.0m.
(vi)A loop of dripper line with 3 no. in-line PC emitters (each emitter 3.5 LPH) per
plant shall be used for shrubs if spacing between shrubs is greater than 1.0m.
P. Emitter accessories
1. Drip line stakes
2. Drip line piping shall be staked at minimum 10m centres or as shown on the
drawings. Stakes shall be fabricated from polypropylene and shall be at least
220mm long. Stake head shall feature a serrated surface to grip drip line. Tails of
the stakes shall be provided with integral barb type flaps (min 4 No.) to increase
retention in the soil.
Q. Rotor Pop up Sprinkler

1. The sprinkler shall be of the gear-driven, rotary type, capable of covering a radius
of 6.7 to 15.9m at pressure range of 2.1 to 4.8 bars with discharge rate of 1.9 to
54.5 litres per minute. The sprinkler shall be available with twelve standard
interchangeable nozzles.
2. The sprinkler shall be available in both full-circle and adjustable part-circle
configurations. The part-circle sprinkler shall be adjustable from 40 0 to 3600
during all phases of installation i.e., before installation, after installation in static
condition and during operation.
3. The sprinkler body and riser shall be constructed of non-corrosive, heavy duty
A.B.S plastic and shall be equipped with a drain check valve to prevent low head
drainage. The sprinkler shall have minimum 100mm pop-up height and exposed
surface diameter of not more than 4cm.
4. The sprinkler should be equipped with an integral rubber cover with
interchangeable nozzle identifiers to indicate nozzle in use after installation. The
unit shall have 3/4inch female threaded inlet.
R. Pop-up Sprays
1. The sprinklers shall have a high-level impact strength corrosion resistant body,
stem and nozzle. Pop - up height should be 4". The sprinkler shall have a heavy-
duty stainless steel retraction spring with minimum diameter of 1.5mm. The
sprinkler shall incorporate a wiper seal to protect the internal mechanism against
ingress of foreign material and prevent pressure blowouts and shall have an
easily accessible under nozzle screen. The wiper seal should be co-moulded type
that ensures flow-by of less than 0.10 US. gpm at low pressure and complete
sealing at pressure greater than 10 psi. The sprinkler shall have 12mm (½")
threaded inlet.

2. All sprays should be provided with built-in seal-a-matic check valve and in - stem
pressure regulator to maintain constant outlet pressure.
3. The sprayer shall have the following performance specification at 2 Bar operating
pressure:
Pattern Radius (M) Trajectory Discharge (l/s.)

Full 3.5 - 4.0 30 degrees 0.16
Half 3.5 - 4.0 30 degrees 0.08
Three Quarter 3.5 - 4.0 30 degrees 0.12
Quarter 3.5 - 4.0 30 degrees 0.04
4 Nozzles with shorter spray radius shall be used at certain locations as indicated
on the drawings.
S. Underground Warning Tape

1. Warning tapes shall be laid above irrigation main and sub main pipes. Tapes shall
be durable and detectable by electro-magnetic means using low output generator
equipment. They shall remain legible and colour fast in all soil conditions at pH
values of 2.5 to 11.0 inclusive.
2. The tapes shall be flexible and subject to the Engineer's approval. Width of the
tape shall be at least 6" (150mm).
3. Tapes shall be orange colour with black text in Arabic and English as "CAUTION:
IRRIGATION PRESSURE MAIN BELOW". The text on the tape shall be
permanent ink bounded to resist prolonged chemical attack by corrosive acids
and alkaline with message repeated at a maximum interval of two meters.
4. The tape shall be laid continuous over pipelines and at joints there shall be a
minimum of one meter overlapping. Tape shall be terminated inside valve boxes
to allow clipping of detector equipment to the tape.
2.3 PUMP STATION [OPTIONAL]
A. General
1. The Contractor shall provide a multiple pump booster pumping system that will
deliver minimum [15.00 litres/second at 80.00 m head], optimising as much as
possible within the high efficiency range of the pump motor. The Contractor shall
provide a detailed breakdown of pressure loss calculations, particularly taking
into account the elevation variations on site.
2. The pumping unit shall comprise of one duty, one assist, one standby [(7.50 l/sec
each)] and one jockey pump.
3. The Jockey pump shall be able to deliver [4.00 litres/seconds at 75.00 m head.]
B Pump Construction
1. Shaft, impellers, guide vanes, outer sleeves and intermediate chambers shall all
be manufactured from stainless steel 304. Bases and discharge heads shall be of
cast iron to GC20. Mechanical type shaft seal shall be diamond polished
Tungsten Carbide with heat resistant o-ring. The bearings shall be lubricated by
the pump liquid.
2. The pump shall be suitable for treated sewage effluent.
C. Motor
1. Motor shall be totally enclosed, fan-cooled, squirrel-cage type and shall
dimensionally comply with IEC and DIN standards. Insulation shall be to Class F
and power supply shall be 3 phase 380 V 50 HZ. Motors shall be directly coupled
to pump chambers.

D. Manifolds and Pipe work

1. All manifolds and interconnecting pipe work and fittings shall be steel conforming
to API schedule 80 or equivalent approved. All pipes and fittings shall be coated
inside by electrostatic fusion bonded epoxy to average DFT 150 micron or by
fusion bonded plastic powder coating to average DFT 500 micron. Welded fittings
shall be schedule 80 and weld neck.
E. Cold Water Pressure Tank

1. Tank shall be vertical configuration with interchangeable membrane. Working
pressure shall be not less than 8kg/cm2 and test pressure should be 20 kg/cm2.
The tank shall be of the permanent precharged diaphragm separation type and
shall have a nominal capacity of minimum 500 litres. The diaphragm shall be
suitable for water with high chlorine content. The tank shall be connected to the
discharge system downstream of the pressure switch.
F. Pressure Gauges
1. Gauges shall be stainless steel, direct reading, glycerine filled, 4" diameter with 0-
16kg/cm2 register. Gauges shall have glass or plexiglass face and shall be drip-
proof with bottom connection 1/4" NPT and complete with shut off cocks
fabricated from cast brass or stainless steel. Gauges shall record inlet and
discharge pressures.
G. Screen Filter
1. Automatic self-cleaning filters shall be specifically suitable for use with organic
contaminants. Cleaning shall be effected by a hydraulically powered suction
scanner, automatically activated when the differential pressure across the filter
reaches an adjustable level, nominally 5 psi.
2. The screen shall be stainless steel 316 with 75-micron mesh size. The filter body
and internal parts including flanges shall be stainless steel. Flushing line to be
connected to the nearest surface water drainage, if it is not possible, connection
has to be made to a soak pit.
3. Two filters shall be installed in the pump room, one duty and one standby. The
capacity of each filter shall be minimum 250 gpm at 2.5 psi maximum pressure
loss. The screen area shall not be less than 474 square inches.
4. The control system shall feature a fail-safe timer to prevent continuous flushing
due to malfunction. Filter should not flush when the irrigation system or pumps
are not working.
5. All the filters shall have isolation valves in the suction as well as delivery side for
easy maintenance. The controller for the filters shall be equipped with timer and
pressure differential control unit.
6. Pressure gauges shall be connected to suction and delivery side of each filter,
pressure switches to be mounted in the electric control panel in an isolated
compartment.
2.4 ELECTRICAL
A. General
1. All electrical equipment shall be in accordance with the local Electricity Authority
regulations and electrical specifications. The enclosures shall be protected in
accordance with IP55 for equipment installed above grade and IP58 for
equipment installed below grade. Wiring to and from the control panels shall be
routed in PVC conduits below the ground. Above grade conduits to be liquid tight

flex or galvanized steel. The electrical components shall be manufactured by one

of the following manufacturers:
(i) Siemens
(ii) Telemecanique
(iii) ABB
B. Control Panel
1. The pump control panel shall be mounted on the wall at appropriate location in
the pump room.
2. The pump control panel shall be equipped with the following features:
(i) thermal overload protection

(ii) pump run trip and phase indication lamps
(iii) hand-off-auto selector
(iv) dry run protection
(v) phase failure protection
(vi) capacitors for automatic stop control
(vii)anti condensation heater
(viii) ammeters for each pump
(ix) voltmeter for incoming supply
(x) hour run meter for each pump
(xi) IP55 enclosure with door interlocked isolator
(xii)volt free contacts for BMS
(xiii) 24V pump start relay
3. The pump panel shall operate 2 Nos. main pumps on duty / assist / standby basis
and shall incorporate variable speed inverter drive and a PLC capable of storing
historical event logs.
4. The Lead selection in this mode (Automode 1) shall be by multi channel timer.
When there is a demand not exceeding 100% of the duty of single pump, the lead
pump shall run on frequency control (speed variation by signal from pressure
transducer) up to 0 to 100% of the speed. When the requirement goes from 100%
to 200%, pump 1 shall still be on frequency control but shall operate between 1 to
100% on frequency control and pump 2 at 100% speed. On reducing
requirement, the pumps shall switch off in the reverse order.
5. A multi channel timer shall changeover the starting sequence of the pumps at
programmed time intervals to ensure even wear.
6. In Automode 2, the pumps shall operate through HOA switches for each pump,
having Auto and manual modes. In the auto mode of HOA switch, both the
pumps shall be controlled by their pressure switches and pumps shall start one
by one for 100 & 200 % duties. Safety protection features and controls like over
load relay and level control relay shall work in this mode.
7. In the Manual mode each pump shall be separately selectable and they shall also
have safety controls such as overload, phase failure and dry run protection.
8. The lead/lag selection shall be through the multi channel timer and the pumps
shall stop one by one in the reverse order on reducing duty. The pumps when
operated in automode 2 shall have delayed off timers to avoid pumps from rapid
cycling.
C. Underground Cables
1. All electric wires for underground use shall be single core solid "Underground
Feeder" type insulated with flame retardant thermoplastic compound rated for
600 volts and suitable for direct burial. The contractor shall prepare a wire-sizing

chart with effective lengths of each station and common wires, which shall be
submitted for approval prior to commencement of the works.
2. Cable markers shall be used for indicating valve numbers for each cable at both
ends as well as at splices. Cables shall be laid in PVC conduits in Main Line
trenches. Power and signal cables shall be laid in separate conduits. Separate
wire shall be laid for each solenoid valve and one spare cable shall be provided
for every five cables.
D. Wire Connectors
1. All wire connections at electric control valves and all splices of wire in the field
shall be made using wire connectors. The wire connectors shall be specially
designed to ensure waterproof underground wire connectors.
2. The connector shall consist of precision moulded PVC base socket, moulded
sealing plug, wire crimping sleeve and shall be easily installed in the field to give
a permanent water-proof joint by using sealer for joint make up. All wire
connections to be arranged in plastic pull boxes at fixed interval distances of
maximum 100 metres and/or at any change of direction.
E Electric Pressure Switch [OPTIONAL]

1. Pressure switches shall be fabricated from die cast aluminium as per ASTM B-85
and designed to meet IP65 specifications. Transducers shall be fabricated from
brass and buna N. The pressure switch shall incorporate an alternating fulcrum
balance plate allowing independent adjustment of both set and reset points over
the full range.
2. Both set and reset points shall be adjustable 1.40 to 14.0 bar, having a minimum
dead band range less than or equal to 1.40 bar. Repeatability shall be +/- 0.5% to
2% of full scale. Switches shall be vibration resistant and shall have front access
to electrical connections and adjustment nuts.
F. Irrigation Controller
1. The Contractor shall supply and install a wall-mounted controller as required for
the good and control & operation of the overall system. The controllers shall
operate the irrigation system and the pumps. Controllers shall be solid state
computer controllers capable of independent timed operation and have the
following features:
(i) Station timing 0 - 99 minutes (in minutes increments).

(ii) 8 start times per station.
(iii) Independent station programming.
(iv) Simultaneous station operation to 4 stations.
(v) Water budgeting from 25% to 200%.
(vi) Monitor capability.
(vii)Current time maintained during power outage via rechargeable battery
(supplier).
(viii) Manual test programme.
(ix) Station copy facility
(x) Up to 4 valves maximum per station excluding pump start.
(xi) 220/240/260 50 Hz transformer.
(xii)Electrical output of controller will be sufficient to operate a total of 8 valves
plus pump start relay.
(xiii) U.L. listed and tested.
(xiv) Minimum 48 stations

2. Controller shall be mounted in a lockable robust stainless steel cabinet. Input

shall be 240 VAC 50 Hz. Output shall be nominally 24 VAC and shall be sufficient
to accommodate the maximum number of valves.
3. Field wires shall be terminated in screw terminal blocks connected to the
controller by a pre-installed cable harness.
4. The programme memory shall be non-volatile in the event of a power failure and
shall have the capability of remaining effective for a minimum of 10 years.
5 The real time shall be maintained without re-setting in the event of a power failure
lasting a minimum of 24 hours.
6 Lightning protection shall be provided for all field controllers. All equipment shall
be grounded to a local grounding rod strictly in accordance with the
manufacturer's printed instructions.
2.5 PREFFERED SUPPLIERS
A. UPVC PIPES
Hepworth
Gulf Eternate
Durapipe
B. UPVC FITTINGS
George Fischer
Uponor Durapipe
C. POLYETHYLENE PIPES
Hepworth
National Plastics
Gulf Eternate
D. POLYETHYLENE PIPE FITTINGS
Philmac
Alprine
FIP
E. VALVES
AVK
Guest and Chrimes
Econosto Peglers,
U.K. Hettersley
F. IRRIGATION EQUIPMENT
Rainbird
Toro Hunter
Griswold Irritrol
Irridelco
Wingfield
Netafim K-Rain
Signature Control
G. VALVE BOXES
Carson
Applied Engineering Products
H. PUMPS
Grundfos

DP
Biral
SPP
Lowara
PART 3 – EXECUTION
3.1BUILDERS WORK
A. Any required core drilling and re-waterproofing of core holes to be the responsibility
of Irrigation installation contractor and shall be completed to the Engineers approval.
3.2 PVC PIPE AND FITTINGS
A. Excavation and Backfilling

1. All UPVC pipes shall have a burial depth to the top of the pipe as specified on the
drawing. Prior to trenching all services crossing or running close to the line of the
trench shall be identified and exposed. In addition the line of the trench shall be
swept using an approved detection device, capable of detecting both live and
'dead' cables.
2. Trenches shall be made as narrow as practicable, but not less than the pipe
diameter plus 300mm, and shall provide sufficient room for laying jointing and
testing. The width of the trench at the crown of the pipe shall not exceed the pipe
diameter plus 600mm. Sheeting, bracing and shoring shall be used to provide for
the safety of all personnel for all trenches. The trench bottom shall be composed
of stable uniform sand with no protuberances that might cause point loading of the
pipe. The trench formation shall be trimmed to an even finish, which will provide
continuous support for the pipe. Additional excavation shall be carried out at the
position of the pipe socket to ensure proper joint assembly and pipe support.
3. If the existing formation is unsuitable for direct laying, pipes shall be laid on a bed
of imported sand 100mm thick (minimum). This sand may be sourced from sieved
excavated material, but shall not contain any particles larger than 5mm, and shall
have good self-compacting properties. Pipes shall be centre loaded leaving joints
exposed within three days of laying. Backfill material shall be sand and water
compacted once the level of backfill reaches the crown of the pipe. Initial back-fill
shall be by hand in 300 mm lifts, and carried out in such a manner as to ensure
adequate support under the pipe and distributed evenly to ensure there are no
voids under or to the side of the pipe.
B. Solvent Cement Welded Joints

1. The prospective joint should be free of moisture. The jointing surfaces shall firstly
be cleaned with a light wiping of PVC cleaner. A light application of cement shall
be first applied to the inside of the fitting followed by a slightly heavier application
to the exterior of the pipe. The pipe shall be inserted into the fitting, with a 1/8th
turn to distribute the solvent cement and the excess on the exterior of the pipe
wiped clean. The Contractor shall ensure that excessive quantities of the cement
are not permitted to be forced into the interior of the fitting. In addition, care shall
be exercised to allow no disturbance of the fittings recently cemented on the line.
Cement that becomes heavy or unduly thick shall not be thinned or reused.
2. If trench conditions so require, the pipes can be jointed into manageable lengths at the
trench side and carefully lowered to the trench bottom. If this method is adopted
then the assembled line must be carefully inspected in the trench to ensure that
individual joints have not been withdrawn during the installation operation.

C. Thrust Blocks
1. Concrete anchor blocks must be provided at all directional changes, branches,
tees, valves and end caps. Anchor blocks will be constructed to adequately
transmit the thrust forces applied at these points to the solid undisturbed wall of
the pipe trench. Anchor block concrete shall not be allowed to totally encase the
fitting. Fittings shall be wrapped in a minimum of 3 layers of heavy gauge
polyethylene film prior to concreting.
2.3 DRIPLINE PIPE
A. Drip line pipe shall be installed as shown on the detail drawings.
B. The planting plans accurately detail the location and density of palm trees,
ornamental trees, shrubs and groundcovers. The irrigation pipeline system should
take these locations into account, but the pipeline does not necessarily pass through
the planted areas. The Contractor shall use his judgement to irrigate the planting by
making suitable take-off connections from the drip line lateral pipe. However the drip
line take-off points shall be limited by the following criteria.
1. No drip line shall exceed 50m in length.
2. No drip line shall exceed 100no. emitters along its length.
C. Low Head Drainage From Drip Zone Irrigation Laterals

1. The Contractor shall provide sufficient measures to ensure that low head
drainage is prevented.
2. Take-off points shall be supplemented with a ½" check valve where appropriate.
3.4 ELECTRIC CONTROL VALVES
A. Electric control valves shall be installed as shown on the detail

drawings. The valves shall not be installed until all
mains have been flushed thoroughly.
B. Electric control valves shall be located in planted areas.
3.5 QUICK COUPLING VALVES
A. Quick coupling valves shall be installed as shown on the detail

drawings. Installation shall be carried out in a
workmanlike manner with all operating devices easily
accessible by special key or by hand.
3.6 VALVE BOXES
A. Valve boxes shall be installed as shown on the detail drawings, and shall be firm,
level and aligned with surrounding final levels.
3.7 PAINTING
A. All metal work provided for the purpose of piping, supports, etc. or any ancillary
parts, exposed to the possibility of corrosion shall be thoroughly degreased, cleaned
and then coated with epoxy paint. The paint shall be applied as one (1) coat of
primer of a thickness of a minimum of 100 microns followed by two (2) coats of top
whose total thickness does not exceed 300 microns.

3.8 TESTING AND COMMISSIONING
A. Pipe work and Fittings

1. All pipes shall be pressure tested within two weeks of installation. Pipes shall
be tested after centre loading and generally with joints exposed. Length of
pipe tested at any time shall not exceed 500 metres and the rate at which
pipelines are successfully tested shall be of the same order of magnitude as
the rate of pipe laying. Centre loading shall be sufficient to prevent buckling or
deformation due to application of pressure.
2. All pipe work shall be pressure tested for a minimum of 6 hours. The pressure
variation over the test period shall not exceed 10%
3. Test pressures shall be as follows:
(i) Main lines, pipe work 10.00 kg/cm2

(ii) Lateral pipe work and
all other UPVC pipe work 6.00 kg/cm2
4. All mainline fittings shall be left exposed for the purpose of this test and shall
be inspected for evidence of leakage. Any major break in the mainlines
requiring shutdown of the test shall cause the test to be re-run entirely. The
Engineer shall govern the re-scheduling of the test.
B. Electrical Tests
1. Each electrical equipment, cable and complete system shall be thoroughly
inspected and tested before finally placing in service under the full responsibility
of the Contractor. All tests shall be made in compliance with respective
regulations, recommendations and standards.
2. Any modifications or repairs deemed necessary upon completion of the tests
shall be executed at the Contractor's expenses. Further tests shall be carried out
on any modified or repaired equipment until it is certified trouble free and
acceptable for its intended service. All testing shall be demonstrated to the
Engineer in a manner to be agreed later.
C. Irrigation System Tests

1. After successful pressure test and acceptance thereof by the Engineer, the
automatic portion of the system including all electric control valves, quick coupling
valves, sprinklers, spray heads and emitters, shall be activated in a fully
automatic manner and run through a complete cycle. Station timings of the
irrigation controller will be programmed by the Engineer. Each function shall be
demonstrated in accordance with an approved commissioning procedure
developed by the contractor. Failure of any components to function in accordance
with the design will require a complete new start for a final acceptance test. The
Engineer shall re-schedule the time for re-testing.
END OF SECTION 32 80 00 – IRRIGATION


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SPECIFICATIONS IRRIGATION

R.W. Armstrong & Associates 32 80 00

1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

A. The extent of area to be irrigated shall be as shown on the planting plans.

B. The irrigation system as a whole shall comprise of:

1.3 SILENCE OF SPECIFICATION

A. The apparent silence of the specification, drawings or other contract

1.4 SHOP DRAWINGS

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4. irrigation system operation schedule including valves and stations sequencing.

1.5 APPROVAL OF MATERIALS

1.6 PROTECTION OF EXISTING SERVICES

A. Particular care is to be taken to avoid damage to underground electricity,

1.7 AS-BUILT DRAWINGS

3. One set of computer discs properly labelled and marked.

1.8 MANUFACTURER'S LITERATURE

1.9 UNITS OF MEASUREMENT

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A. Unless otherwise stated, the units of measurement are metric units.

1.10 INSTALLATION AND TESTING

1.12 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS

B. Draft, manuals shall be submitted for approval prior to commencement of

C. One soft copy of the manual on CD shall also be provided.

A. UPVC Pipe and fittings

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B Polyethylene Pipe and Fittings

C. Steel Pipe and Fittings

D. Threaded Steel Pipes & Fittings (for 3" and below)

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G. Quick Coupling Valves and Keys

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I. Combination Air/Vacuum Release Valve

J. Combination Air/Vacuum Release Valve

K. Pressure Relief Valve [OPTIONAL]

L. Basket strainer [OPTIONAL]

M. Foot Valve (if required) [OPTIONAL]

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2. Valve boxes shall be fabricated from reinforced plastic and minimum

Pull box, Air valve 1” &

Flush valve 430 X295 mm 300 mm

up to 2” 590X 349 mm 380 mm

and Isolation valves up to 3” 825 x 495 mm 450mm

3. Measurements are taken from the top of boxes.

O In-line Drip Tubing

(i)FOR GROUND COVERS:

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(ii)FOR SEASONAL FLOWER BEDS:

Q. Rotor Pop up Sprinkler

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Pattern Radius (M) Trajectory Discharge (l/s.)

S. Underground Warning Tape

2.3 PUMP STATION [OPTIONAL]

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D. Manifolds and Pipe work

E. Cold Water Pressure Tank

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flex or galvanized steel. The electrical components shall be manufactured by one

(i) thermal overload protection

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E Electric Pressure Switch [OPTIONAL]

(i) Station timing 0 - 99 minutes (in minutes increments).

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2. Controller shall be mounted in a lockable robust stainless steel cabinet. Input