Technical Specification - Fire Alarm System- P0.pdf

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

FOR

FIRE ALARM SYSTEM (DP1057C-336EN-SI-04)

PROJECT : PREMIER EXOTICA - I & II (SALE BUILDING 3 & 4). CLIENT : HDIL, MUMBAI. CONSULTANT : DESIGN POWER JOB NO. : DP1057C

DESIGN POWER (ENGINEERING CONSULTANT, ENERGY AUDITOR AND PROJECTS)

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CONTENT

Sr.No. DESCRIPTION Page No.

1.00 SECTION 1 – DESIGN CRITERIA 4

1.01 INTRODUCTION 4

SECTION 2 - ADDRESSABLE FIRE ALARM SYSTEM 7

2.00 PRODUCTS 7

2.01 GENERAL 7

2.02 BASIC SYSTEM 7

2.03 SYSTEM SOFTWARE 9

2.04 NETWORKING 10

2.05 SEQUENCE OF OPERATION 10

2.06 ANALOG MODULE 11

2.07 CONTROL PANEL 11

2.08 NOTIFICATION CIRCUITS 12

2.09 SYSTEM RELAYS 12

2.10 OPERATOR DISPLAY 12

2.11 WALK TEST 13

2.12 COMMUNICATION PORTS 14

2.13 POWER SUPPLY 14

2.14 REMOTE ANNUNCIATORS 15

2.15 INITIATING DEVICES 15

2.16 SIGNALLING DEVICES 19

2.17 ENCLOSURES 19

2.18 PRINTER 19

2.19 GLOBAL EVENT GRAPHICAL WORKSTATION 20

2.20 OPERATOR INTERFACE 20

2.21 EVENT LIST DISPLAY 20

2.22 WORKSTATION EVENT LOGGING AND REPORTS PRINT FILTER 21

2.23 FACILITY 3D EVENT MANAGEMENT INTERFACE 21

2.24 ON SCREEN CONTROLS 22

2.25 FACILITIES RENDERING 22

2.26 OPTIONAL VIDEO CAMERA INTEGRATION 22

2.27 OPTIONAL BROWSER WINDOW 22

2.28 GRAPHICAL MAPS AND FLOOR PLANS 23

2.29 WORKSTATION EXTERNAL INTERFACES SUPPORTED 23

2.30 PC REQUIREMENTS 23

2.31 VIDEO DISPLAY REQUIREMENTS 24

2.32 POWER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS 24

3.00 FIRE ALARM SYSTEM CHARACTERISTICS 24

3.01 WALK TEST 25

3.02 ALARM INITIATING DEVICE RESPONSE 25


3.03 ACKNOWLEDGE SWITCH OPERATION 25

3.04 SUBSEQUENT ALARM CONDITION 25

3.05 TROUBLE CONDITION 25

3.06 PROGRAMMING AND SERVICEABILITY 26

4.00 PROJECT ENGINEERING 26

4.01 INSTALLATION 26

4.02 INSTALLATION GENERAL 26

4.03 GENERAL WIRING 27

4.04 JUNCTION BOXES 27

4.05 PROGRAMMING & MAINTENANCE 27

4.06 OPERATION 27

4.07 SUPERVISION AND TESTING 27

4.11 WARRANTY 28

4.12 APPROVED MAKE LIST 29


SECTION: 1

DESIGN CRITERIA 1.0 Introduction 1.1 The proposed High-rise Residential tower is a multi-storied and multi-tenant

residential complex situated at Mumbai. It is a framed structure having multiple

parking floors, residential apartments located at typical floors with combination

of flats with combination of Amenity, Services & Terrace floors etc.

All equipment and accessories shall be designed for temperatures of

i) Peak 42°C

ii) Daily average 35°C

iii) Yearly weighted average 30°C

1.2 Design Strategy

The FAPA System is designed based on NFPA72 & in accordance with IS: 2189.

The system is integrated FAPA, in which the expected product selection should

be „UL Listed‟ & „FM Approved‟.

Within the development, there will be 02nos. of towers along with the common

area car-parking spread-out surrounding these 02 towers at Basement/Ground

levels.

For every tower, there will be 01nos. Main Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP)

located at Ground level/Basement Level within the Fire Alarm Control Panel

(FACP) Room.

Considering FACP Room will be manned for 24x7, Repeater Panel of another

tower shall be also placed along with the Main FACP, within the FACP Room

for the continuous surveillance.

The necessary integration between the towers Main FACP, repeater panels

shall be done with peer-to-peer configuration (for the seamless integration).

The designed FAPA System shall have provision to be integrated with the BMS.

To get the seamless integration of FAS, the selected makes for FAS shall be of


same product, having UL Listing with FM Approval.

SECTION: 2

ADDRESSABLE FIRE ALARM SYSTEM 1.0 Scope of work 1.1 The scope of work covers „UL LISTED & FM APPROVED‟ supply, installation,

commissioning and testing of Addressable Type Fire Alarm System meeting the

intents of these specifications. The work shall cover:

i) Addressable Alarm initiating devices

ii) Circuit interface modules, as required

iii) Repeater Panels (RP)

PART 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

1.01 Furnish and install addressable fire detection systems in accordance with the parameters shown on the drawings and herein specified.

1.02 Refer to General Provisions for requirements relative to submittals, accessories and components, installation, removals, protection, maintenance manual, systems demonstration and instruction. Additionally sections relating to Conduit Systems and Wire and Cables shall apply.

1.03 Systems shall be modular with microprocessor based distributed intelligence and shall be of direct current supervised type. They shall be field programmable (password protected) and be complete with control module master, analog interface card, controllable relay module(s), controllable signal module(s), conventional zone module(s), power supply, addressable input and output modules, remote conventional zone module(s), conventional and intelligent initiating devices, interface module(s), enclosure, printer, signalling devices, global event graphical workstation(s) and voice control system, Class A wiring system(s) and all interconnecting wire ways, fibre, wiring and other related equipment to provide complete connectivity from the central control station to all buildings. The systems shall be Underwriters Laboratories listed, Underwriters Laboratories of Canada listed and be compliant to National Fire Protection Association standard(s).

GUARANTEE:

1.04 The system shall be guaranteed to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of final acceptance by the Owner, during which time all above mentioned defects shall be corrected and all services incidental to proper performance shall be provided free of charge.


QUALIFICATIONS:

1.05 Installation contractor shall be licensed for the installation of fire alarm systems in the State, Province, or Country of project. Installation contractor shall also be licensed for any additional licenses that the AHJ may require.

1.06 Authorized installer for product supplied. Authorization letter from manufacturer required upon request.

SCOPE OF WORK:

1.07 Work shall be the installation of new combined fire alarm and mass notification system for a new installation or replacement of the building‟s existing fire alarm and detection and/or mass notification system.

FABRICATION DRAWINGS, MATERIAL LISTS AND EQUIPMENT

SUBMITTALS:

Prior to installation, submit fabrication drawings, material lists and equipment submittals (shop drawings) for approval in accordance with the following: 1.08 Complete description (manufacturer‟s cut sheets) data indicating UL

listing for all network components including the ACU and LOC for mass notification equipment.

1.09 Complete sequence of operation of all functions. 1.10 A list of every address of every device connected to a network node that

is provided for purposes of alarm initiation, status monitoring, supervised notification appliance circuits and auxiliary control.

1.11 Complete wiring diagrams for components and interfaces to equipment supplied by others.

1.12 A listing of the manufacturer‟s representatives responsible for installation coordination and service.

1.13 Location of all controls, alarm actuating devices and notification appliance devices as shown on drawings.

DEFINITIONS:

1.14 NFPA: National Fire Protection Association. Definitions in NFPA 72 1.15 UL: Underwriters Laboratories 1.16 ULC: Underwriters Laboratories of Canada 1.17 NICET: National Institute of Certification in Engineering Technologies 1.18 ASME: American Society of Mechanical Engineers 1.19 FM: FM Global (Factory Mutual) 1.20 FACP: Fire alarm control panel. 1.21 LED: Light-emitting diode 1.22 LCD: Liquid crystal display 1.23 CPU: Central processor units 1.24 SLC: Signalling line circuit

CERTIFICATIONS:

1.25 The Fire alarm control panel and all sub-systems must be listed to UL 864 Rev. 9

1.26 The Graphical Workstation should be listed according to UL 864 Rev. 9 1.27 Power supplies shall comply with UL1481 rev 5 requirements.


System:

1.28 Must comply with applicable National, State, and/or local Building

code recognized at time of installation.

1.29 Must comply with NFPA 101 70, 72 fire alarm installation standard recognized at time of installation.

1.30 Installation must comply with requirements of Local Authority

Having Jurisdiction.

Devices & Control equipment:

1.31 Equipment described here in must be UL listed under the current

issue of the standard indicated: 1.32 Manual fire alarm stations: No. 38 1.33 Heat detectors: No. 521 1.34 Smoke detectors for Fire Protective Signaling Systems: No. 268 1.35 Audible signal devices: No. 464 1.36 Control Units for Fie Protective Signaling systems: No. 864 1.37 Visual Notification Appliances: 1971 1.38 Power Supplies for Fire Protective Signaling Systems: No. 1481 1.39 Smoke Detectors for Duct Applications: No. 268A 1.40 Water flow Indicators for Fire Protective Signaling Systems: No. 346

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.01 General: a. The main control panel or remote control panel(s) shall be multi-processor

based systems suitable for stand-alone or networked applications. They shall be designed specifically to provide Fire Detection, Fire suppression, Mass notification and emergency audio communications functions either as specialized or in combination fashion.

b. The control panel(s) shall include all required hardware, software and site specific system programming to provide a complete and operational system. The control panel(s) shall be designed such that interactions between any applications can be configured, and modified using software provided by a single supplier. The control panel operational priority shall assure that life safety takes precedence among the activities coordinated by the control panel.

2.02 Basic System:

A. The fire detection system shall be capable of integrating multiple control command centers and remote network annunciators. Each panel shall be capable of fire detection, equipment supervision and control, alarm management, and historical data collection and archiving, and of integrating multiple annunciator units and remote command centers, each


capable of alarm display and system control functions. Up to 63 units may be networked together utilizing "Peer to Peer" communication technology. Systems that are of the OEM nature (under private label) and not fully field programmable will not be considered. The fire detection system shall consist of the following:

1. Network capability of up to 63 units

2. 3D color graphics capability

3. Stand-alone capability of each control unit on loss of data channel

4. Conventional and Analog Devices

5. 250 software groups/zones or more

6. Up to 17 Class “A" intelligent SLC's

7. 4 Class "A" or “B” notification circuits (NAC‟s)

8. Minimum 12Amp power supply

9. Field programmable

10. Alarm/Trouble/Supervisory/Monitor buttons to view specific event separately

11. Capability to add additional programmable switch unit and Fan Damper control units

12. Large 80 character or 960 Character back-lighted LCD read-out

13. 60 characters dedicated to user text messaging per device/circuit

B. The system shall permit expansion of both capacity and functionality through the addition of units, modules, addressable devices and detectors.

C. The response time shall be less than 10 seconds. Each control unit shall support a minimum of 3000+ addressable devices in Class “A” Loop wiring. The entire "peer-to-peer" network shall have a minimum capacity of 200,000+ intelligent points.

D. Expandability: The system shall be expandable in nature and shall permit easy expansion through the addition of software applications, additional units and devices.

E. Serial Communication Ports: provide data communication ports for simultaneous operation of devices such as industry standard printers, programming terminal, personal computer and annunciators.

F. The system shall be capable of storing a minimum of 3 configuration

databases in non-volatile memory directly on the main board of the FACP

G. The control Panel master processor must consist of a digital signal

processor (DSP) module that stores the system database, and

coordinates activities of sub-processors for areas such as:

1. system polling


2. communication interfaces

3. 2-ways voice evacuation operations

4. mass notification operations

5. display peripherals

6. LCD Visual Display:

7. The display shall be a graphical backlit LCD with a

resolution of 320x240 pixels or better.

2.03 System Software

A. All necessary software to form a complete operating system as described in this specification shall be provided.

B. The software programs specified in this section shall be provided as an integral part of the unit and shall not be dependent upon any higher level computer for execution.

C. Status Change Report: All alarm or point change reports shall include the point's English language description, and the time and date of occurrence.

D. Report Routing: Alarm reports shall be archived for future recall.

E. Alarm Messages: In addition to the point's description and the time and date, the user shall be able to print, display or store a custom alarm message to more fully describe the alarm condition or direct operator response.

F. Each control unit shall be capable of storing a library of at least 12000 events. The event log shall have the ability to be printed via a printer port built-into the FACP.

G. The FACP shall have a Built in printer port which allows the internal software the ability to print the following reports:

i. System event log

ii. Sensitivity for all devices etc.

H. Alarm Verification: The alarm verification feature shall be used to delay acceptance of alarms until they can be confirmed, and shall meet all applicable code requirements and standards. Any or all circuits may be selected for verification through field configuration, which shall be done without removal of an EPROM.

I. Field Configurable: The system shall be fully configurable and expandable at the owner's site without the need for EPROM programmers. All configurations shall be accomplished through downloading of programs from a computer. Reconfiguration shall not require knowledge of any programming languages or require any special training. All programs shall


be stored in non-volatile memory. Entry into program mode shall require a special key and a special password entered into the front panel.

J. Boolean Logic: The panel shall support Sophisticated Boolean logic with built-in, configurable timers with interval and scheduling to support complex smoke control functions.

2.04 Networking

A. The control panel shall have provision for the installation of the Mircom network interface card. This shall enable up to 63 control panels to work together in a peer to peer high speed network. Using the recommended wiring, the network shall work with distances of up to 4000ft between control panels.

B. Network wide worst case delay from alarm event detection to annunciation

shall be less than 10 seconds as per UL 864 Rev 9.Connection between

panels must be performed with a single pair and all system data and audio

signals (including from Fire-phones) shall be sent over it.

C. Overall connection between panels must be selectable to be open ended (class B) or looped back (class A).

D. Where loop connection is selected for the network, a single short, open or ground fault shall be detected but shall not affect system operation. When multiple wiring faults result in isolation of sections of the network, each individual section shall continue to operate normally without compromising alarm detection and annunciation in the related zones.

2.05 Sequence of Operation

A. A. When a fire alarm condition is detected by one of the system initiating devices, the following shall occur:

a. All automatic programs assigned to the alarm point shall be executed and the associated indicating devices and relays activated.

b. The System Alarm on appropriate unit will indicate an alert condition.

c. The corresponding zone(s) in alert alarm will be indicated

d. Activate all control by event functions related to the alarm

e. Fan systems, i.e., shutdown, exhaust and pressurization operations to be initiated.

f. Doors with hold open devices shall be signaled to release

B. When a trouble condition is detected by one of the system initiating or indicating circuits, the following functions shall immediately occur:

a. System Trouble will be indicted on the unit and system annunciator(s).

b. A local trouble-sounding device in the unit and annunciator shall be activated. This sound shall be distinct from the alarm sound.

c. The trouble for the corresponding initiating or indicating circuit shall be indicated on the unit.


d. The appropriate message will appear on the LCD display.

2.06 Analog Module

A. Each network control panel shall be have the provision of Connecting Conventional initiating devices with the help of adder module cards capable of supporting min. of 8 class "B" circuits within one cabinet.

B. The control panel shall have one SLC interface board supporting up to 99 addressable fire detection devices and 99 addressable input or output modules

C. Additional SLC lines shall be supported by adding Main and Daughter boards which will provide 4 Class A/B SLCs. Each SLC Main board shall have a dedicated central processor unit (CPU) and power supply and shall support two fully loaded SLC lines. The Daughter Board shall provide two additional SLC lines for a total of up to 396 detection devices and up to 396 input or output modules per adder.

D. All SLC lines shall be capable of Class B (single ended) or Class A

(looped) wiring arrangement without affecting the total number of SLC

lines or devices supported by the system.

E. The analog interface board shall receive analog information from all intelligent detectors and shall process this information to determine normal, alarm, supervisory or trouble conditions. The analog information may also be used for automatic test and determination of maintenance requirements.

F. It shall be possible to display on the control unit LCD display, the current analog value of any addressable device, as well as the programmed trip points.

2.07 Control Panel

A. The CPU shall communicate with the operator interface, LCD display, LED display and control all other modules in the unit. Removal, disconnection or failure of any control unit module shall be detected and reported by the Central Processing Unit.

B. The CPU shall contain and execute all control-by-event programs for specific action to be taken if a fire situation is detected in the system. Such control-by-event programs shall be held in non-volatile programmable memory, and shall not be lost even if system primary and secondary power failure occurs. The CPU shall also provide a real time clock for time annotation on the display and remoteoptional printer.

C. The real time operating system shall be suitable for embedded applications and shall enable fast response to system events.

D. The system shall provide a non-volatile real-time clock with a precision better than 2 minutes per year.

E. System configuration and firmware upgrades shall be performed through a single location even for networked systems.


F. There shall be provision to store up to three different configurations in the system non-volatile memory. Switching between configurations shall be possible trough menu operations from the front panel.

G. Access to system information and system modifications shall be restricted by a configurable multi-level password mechanism.

2.08 Notification Circuits

A. The Control Unit shall provide at least 4 fully supervised Class B/Class A notification circuits. The notification circuit capacity shall be 1.7amperes maximum per circuit. If a short circuit trouble occurs on one of the notification circuits it will not affect the operation of the remaining circuits.

2.09 System Relays

A. The control panel shall provide three dry contacts for the reporting of common trouble, common alarm and common supervisory conditions.

B. Dry contacts shall provide form C (SPDT) connection and be rated at

1A at 24VDC

2.10 Operator Display

A. The operator display shall provide all controls and indicators used by the system operator. The display shall contain, and display, as needed, custom alphanumeric message for all intelligent detectors and addressable modules. Such message information shall be stored in programmable non-volatile memory.

B. The display board shall provide Large 80-character alphanumeric Liquid Crystal Display (LCD). It shall also provide programmable 16 Light Emitting Diodes (LED's) for zone alarm, trouble condition,supervisory condition,bypass indications and a further it should provide separate scroll buttons for alarm queue, supervisory queue, Trouble queue & monitor queue keys.

C. Operator Interface unit shall provide Indications for AC POWER.CPU FAIL & GROUND FAULT INDICATIONS Moreover system should provide Min.of 8 programmable Hot Key switches With LED's for system indication such as TROUBLE ACKNOWLEDGE; ALARM ACKNOWLEDGE and SIGNAL SILENCE,FIRE DRILL & GENERAL ALARM.

D. Factory programmable system indications and keys shall be available for unique functions. Keys shall be referred to as "Hot Keys".

E. The operator display shall provide a 4-directional selection keypad with control capability to command all system functions, and entry any information. The keypad shall include means to enter a minimum of two different passwords to prevent unauthorized manual control.

F. Conventional LED lamp indication shall be provided for all zones. Separate alarm, supervisory and trouble, indication shall be available on a per zone basis. Operator intervention shall not be required for display


of all zones in alarm condition.

a. LCD Visual Display: i. The display shall be a graphical backlit LCD with a resolution of

320x240 pixels or better.

b. LED Display: i. The following functions status shall be indicated by individual

LEDs: 1. System Power (green LED). Illuminated when main AC

power is within specs. 2. Alarm queue (red LED). Flashes when a new alarm has

been received. 3. Trouble queue (yellow LED). Flashes when a new trouble

has been received. 4. Supervisory queue (yellow LED). Flashes when a new

supervisory event has been received. 5. Monitor queue (yellow LED). Flashes when a new trouble

has been received. 6. Ground Fault (yellow LED). Flashes when a ground fault

has been detected. 7. CPU Fault (yellow LED). Steady ON when processor is

unable to perform its tasks. ii. The queues LED shall turn to steady ON when all related

events have been reviewed by the system user through the queues navigation switches.

c. Function switches: i. The following functions shall be controlled by dedicated

switches: 1. Alarm Silence. 2. Fire Drill 3. Alarm Acknowledge ( “automatic Alarm signal cancel”). 4. Alarm Reset. 5. Trouble Silence. 6. Lamp Test. 7. On screen menu calling key. 8. Menu Navigation keys ( left , right , up and down screen

scroll) 9. Info key for getting more information on displayed event. 10. OK key to accept menu items. 11. Cancel key to exit menu items. 12. Queue navigation keys (one for each queue).

2.11 Walk Test

The system shall be capable of being tested by one person by enabling the “walk-test” mode. Activating the “walk-test” mode shall:


i. Bypass central station connection. ii. Bypass control functions. iii. Cause a trouble condition at the control panel. iv. Reset the panel automatically after signalling is

complete.

2.12 Communication Ports

The system shall provide the following interfaces:

i. The system shall provide a RS 232C port for a printer. A

configurable supervision option shall allow the supervision of the device connected to this port using the robust XON handshake mechanism.

ii. The system shall provide an Ethernet Port through a standard RJ-45 receptacle. It shall provision to connection to a WAN using TCP/IP protocol.

iii. The system shall provide a RS 485 port for interfacing FACP accessories.

2.13 Power Supply

A. Main Input:

The control panel power supply shall be operable at 120VAC 60Hz

220VAC 50Hz 3-wire (hot, neutral, ground). The power supply shall have over-current protection. The quality of the AC power shall be monitored by the control panel. There shall be an automatic transfer of power to the back-up power source when AC voltage falls under a level where panel performance is compromised.

B. Supply Outputs:

The system shall provide one 24 VDC @ 1.7A special applications output for auxiliary equipment. The auxiliary equipment output shall be power limited and equipped with an auto-resettable over-current protection. The system shall provide a 24VDC, 400mA output for devices and equipment such as four wires detectors. This output shall be shut down when the reset button shall be activated.

C. Standby Power:

Sealed lead-acid batteries shall be used to provide 24VDC standby power. The batteries shall be sized according to system requirements calculated in the installation manual of the control panel. The batteries shall be able to power the system during a period of _____ hours in standby condition followed by ____ hours of alarm condition (all system NACs and speakers actuated).The battery charger shall provide full recharge of the selected batteries as per UL864 Rev 9 and UL-C527 requirements. The battery charger shall be monitored for integrity and a trouble shall be indicated if battery charging is no more possible or if the battery is disconnected..


2.14 REMOTE ANNUNCIATORS:

2.08.1 Remote annunciators shall be built of either 4 lines of 20 characters each or shall be used where 24 lines x 40 characters or 320x240 pixels graphic capacity is required.

2.08.2 The remote annunciators shall provide the same basic controls and indicators as the control panels.

2.08.3 The remote annunciators shall use the same components as the control panels to provide extra switches and LED indicators.

2.08.4 The remote annunciators shall be able to accommodate the same paging microphone modules and master telephone modules used on the control panel.

2.08.5 It shall be possible to reproduce on a remote annunciator the same user interface as one built on a control panel.

2.08.6 A programmable priority system shall allow exclusive control of the Fire-Alarm system from one of the remote annunciator as per an order determined by the authority overseeing the installation

2.08.7 Remote annunciators‟ enclosures shall be made of heavy gauge steel with a lockable door. They shall be suitable for recessed or surface mounting as applicable.

2.15 INITIATING DEVICES:

Addressable Devices - General 1. Addressable devices shall provide an address-setting means using rotary

decimal switches. 2. Addressable devices shall use simple to install and maintain decade

(numbered 0 to 9) type address switches. Devices which use a binary address or special tools for setting the device address, such as a dip switch are not an allowable substitute.

3. Detectors shall be Analog and Addressable, and shall connect to the fire alarm control panel's Signaling Line Circuits.

4. Addressable smoke and thermal detectors shall provide dual (2) status LED‟s. Both LED‟s shall flash under normal conditions, indicating that the detector is operational and in regular communication with the control panel, and both LED‟s shall be placed into steady illumination by the control panel, indicating that an alarm condition has been detected. If required, the flashing mode operation of the detector LED‟s can be programmed off via the fire control panel program.

5. The fire alarm control panel shall permit detector sensitivity adjustment through field programming of the system. Sensitivity can be automatically adjusted by the panel on a time-of-day basis.

6. Using software in the FACP, detectors shall automatically compensate for dust accumulation and other slow environmental changes that may affect their performance. The detectors shall be listed by UL as meeting the calibrated sensitivity test requirements of NFPA Standard 72, Chapter 7.

7. The detectors shall be ceiling-mount and shall include a separate twist-lock base which includes a tamper proof feature.

8. The following bases and auxiliary functions shall be available :


a. Sounder base rated at 85 DBA minimum. b. Form-C Relay base rated 30VDC, 2.0A c. isolator base

9. The detectors shall provide a test means whereby they will simulate an alarm condition and report that condition to the control panel. Such a test may be initiated at the detector itself (by activating a magnetic switch) or initiated remotely on command from the control panel.

10. Detectors shall also store an internal identifying type code that the control panel shall use to identify the type of device (example: PHOTO, THERMAL).

B. Addressable Manual Alarm Pull Station

1. The alarm pull station shall be a low profile design, with terminal or pigtail connection. It shall have 10AMP SPST contacts and be double action. The pull station shall be equipped with Allen wrench or key lock/reset.

2. Addressable manual alarm pull station shall, on command from the control panel, send data to the panel representing the state of the manual switch and the addressable communication module status. They shall use a key operated test-reset lock, and shall be designed so that after actual emergency operation, they cannot be restored to normal use except by the use of a key.

3. All operated stations shall have a positive, visual indication of operation and utilize a key type reset.

C. Intelligent Photoelectric Smoke Detector

1. The detector shall use the light-scattering principal to measure smoke density and shall send data to the FACP indicating analog level of smoke

density. Detectors shall be Analog and Addressable, and shall connect to the Fire Alarm Control Panel using Signaling Line Circuits. The addressable smoke detectors shall utilize a decade (numbered 0-99) type address switch. Devices that use binary address or special tools for setting the device address shall not be allowed.

The detectors shall provide dual status LED‟s. Detectors shall be ceiling mount and shall include a separate twist-lock base that includes a tamper proof feature. The following features must also be capable for the detector: Sounder base rated at 85 dBA minimum, Form C relay, or Isolator base. The detector shall provide a test means for simulation of alarm condition and report that condition to the main control panel. This test may be initiated by activation with a magnetic switch. Detector must store internal identity type indicating the device is a photo type at the panel.

D. Intelligent Laser Photo Smoke Detector

The intelligent laser photo smoke detector shall be a spot type detector that incorporates an extremely bright laser diode and an integral lens that focuses the light beam to a very small volume near a receiving photo sensor. The scattering of smoke particles shall activate the photo sensor. The laser detector shall have conductive plastic so that dust accumulation is reduced significantly. The intelligent laser photo detector


shall have nine sensitivity levels and be sensitive to a minimum obscuration of 0.03 percent per foot. The laser detector shall not require expensive conduit, special fittings or PVC pipe. The intelligent laser photo detector shall support standard, relay, isolator and sounder detector bases.The laser photo detector shall not require other cleaning requirements than those listed in NFPA 72. Replacement, refurbishment or specialized cleaning of the detector head shall not be required. The laser photo detector shall include two bicolor LED‟s that flash green in normal operation and turn on steady red in alarm.

F. Intelligent Multi Criteria Acclimating Detector The intelligent multi criteria Acclimate detector shall be an addressable

device that is designed to monitor a minimum of photoelectric and thermal technologies in a single sensing device. The design shall include the ability to adapt to its environment by utilizing a built-in microprocessor to determine its environment and choose the appropriate sensing settings. The detector design shall allow a wide sensitivity window, no less than 1 to 4% per foot obscuration. This detector shall utilize advanced electronics that react to slow smoldering fires and thermal properties all within a single sensing device.

The microprocessor design shall be capable of selecting the appropriate

sensitivity levels based on the environment type it is in (office, manufacturing, kitchen etc.) and then have the ability to automatically change the setting as the environment changes (as walls are moved or as the occupancy changes).

The intelligent multi criteria detection device shall include the ability to

combine the signal of the thermal sensor with the signal of the photoelectric signal in an effort to react hastily in the event of a fire situation. It shall also include the inherent ability to distinguish between a fire condition and a false alarm condition by examining the characteristics of the thermal and smoke sensing chambers and comparing them to a database of actual fire and deceptive phenomena.

G. Intelligent Thermal Detectors The heat detector shall be an intelligent addressable device rated for 135

degrees and have a rate-of-rise element. The detector shall connect to the FACP using a Signaling Line Circuit. The heat detector shall utilize a decade (numbered 0-99) type address switch. Devices that use binary address or special tools for setting the device address shall not be allowed.

H. Intelligent Duct Smoke Detector

The smoke detector housing shall accommodate either an intelligent ionization detector or an intelligent photoelectric detector, of that provides continuous analog monitoring and alarm verification from the panel.


When sufficient smoke is sensed, an alarm signal is initiated at the FACP, and appropriate action taken to change over air handling systems to help prevent the rapid distribution of toxic smoke and fire gases throughout the areas served by the duct system.

The sampling tubes shall be in 3, 5, or 10-foot lengths as required. When required, provide a remote indicator light.

. I Addressable Dry Contact Monitor Module

Addressable monitor modules shall be provided to connect one supervised IDC zone of conventional alarm initiating devices (any N.O. dry contact device) to one of the fire alarm control panel SLC‟s.

The IDC zone shall be suitable for Style D or Style B operation. An LED

shall be provided that shall flash under normal conditions, indicating that the monitor module is operational and in regular communication with the control panel.

For difficult to reach areas, the monitor module shall be available in a

miniature package and shall be no larger than 2-3/4 inch (70 mm) x 1-1/4 inch (31.7 mm) x 1/2 inch (12.7 mm). This version need not include Style D or an LED.

J. Two Wire Detector Monitor Module

Addressable monitor modules shall be provided to connect one supervised IDC zone of conventional 2-wire smoke detectors or alarm initiating devices (any N.O. dry contact device).

The IDC zone may be wired for Class A or B (Style D or Style B)

operation. An LED shall be provided that shall flash under normal conditions, indicating that the monitor module is operational and in regular communication with the control panel.

K. Addressable Control Module Addressable control modules shall be provided to supervise and control

the operation of one conventional NACs of compatible, 24 VDC powered, polarized audio/visual notification appliances.

The control module NAC may be wired for Style Z or Style Y (Class A/B)

with up to 1 amp of inductive A/V signal, or 2 amps of resistive A/V signal operation.

Audio/visual power shall be provided by a separate supervised power

circuit from the main fire alarm control panel or from a supervised UL listed remote power supply.

The control module shall be suitable for pilot duty applications and rated

for a minimum of 0.6 amps at 30 VDC.


L. Addressable Relay Module

Addressable Relay Modules shall be available for HVAC control and other building functions. The relay shall be form C and rated for a minimum of 2.0 Amps resistive or 1.0 Amps inductive. The relay coil shall be magnetically latched to reduce wiring connection requirements, and to insure that 100% of all auxiliary relay or NACs may be energized at the same time on the same pair of wires.

M. Isolator Module

Isolator modules shall be provided to automatically isolate wire-to-wire short circuits on an SLC Class A or Class B branch. The isolator module shall limit the number of modules or detectors that may be rendered inoperative by a short circuit fault on the SLC loop segment or branch. At least one isolator module shall be provided for each floor or protected zone of the building.If a wire-to-wire short occurs, the isolator module shall automatically open-circuit (disconnect) the SLC. When the short circuit condition is corrected, the isolator module shall automatically reconnect the isolated section.

The isolator module shall not require address-setting, and its operations

shall be totally automatic. It shall not be necessary to replace or reset an isolator module after its normal operation.

The isolator module shall provide a single LED that shall flash to indicate

that the isolator is operational and shall illuminate steadily to indicate that a short circuit condition has been detected and isolated.

2.16 SIGNALLING DEVICES: 2.10 General: 2.10.1 Signaling devices shall be compatible as mentioned by the FAS

manufacturer document. 2.10.2 Strobes intended for Fire-Alarm signaling, shall have a clear lens and shall

have a white housing with red “FIRE” lettering. 2.17 ENCLOSURES:

The enclosures back-boxes and doors must be made of heavy gauge steel. They must be suitable for flush or surface mounting. All enclosures doors must be equipped with a key lock. On all enclosures where user access is allowed, a dead-front cover must be used for protection.

2.18 PRINTER: A printer shall be provided to record events and status logging. It shall be a dot matrix type with continuous tractor feed and internal menu driven program. It shall be provided with a RS-232C serial interface suitable for 9600bps data rate .


GLOBAL EVENT GRAPHICAL WORKSTATION:

2.19 General: 2.13.1 The global event graphical workstation shall run the Open Protocol

Graphic Navigator software package. 2.13.2 The monitoring and control graphical workstation shall communicate

with the fire alarm network(s) via supervised Ethernet port using IP communications protocol with full command and control capability.

2.13.3 Password protected to operate common control functions from the Workstation including acknowledging, silencing, and resetting of fire alarm functions

2.13.4 Capable of generating reports in multiple formats with ability to filter by building/area, device type, and/or activation type

2.13.5 Capable upon receipt of any event to activate an audio WAV file over the workstation speakers alerting the operator to an event, and providing detailed textual instructions on a „per device‟ basis. Additionally, a visual graphical indication color coded for the event type shall appear for the affected device

2.13.6 Support unlimited fire alarm Networks Systems via Ethernet using IP protocol communications. Networks can be monitored independently and all information shall be stored locally in a database format. Events can be emailed and filtered based on trouble and/or alarm activations.

2.13.7 Shall be able to activate preset switches on the FACP to perform operations related to fire system control and maintenance

2.13.8 Graphical screens shall be provided to select a virtual switch 2.13.9 Must allow for master node for control and slave nodes for auxiliary

monitoring

2.20 Operator interface:

2.14.1 The operator interface shall manage and configure the different screen

(window) layouts for the operator System Control to be display simultaneously on the screen.

2.14.2 The operator interface shall provide support for dual monitor mode. 2.14.3 It shall be possible to assign layouts to access groups so that they load

when a user from that access group logs in. 2.14.4 User authentication shall be provided using access groups with defined

permissions and with support of multiple user accounts per access group.

2.21 Event list display:


2.14.5 All events shall be display in the order of priority and remain until they are acknowledged.

2.14.6 Each event and notification shall be color-coded. 2.14.7 The event type, description, location, date and time and count

information shall be displayed for each event in columns on each tab. 2.14.8 Once the event has been acknowledged, a visual indicator showing

the event has been acknowledged shall be presented to the operator and logged to the database.

2.14.9 The Current Events tab shall display all of the events that have taken place in the system up to a maximum of 1,000 events.

2.14.10 All other events shall be stored in the database and accessible via a separate “event log” window.

2.14.11 The following colour Coding of events and notifications shall be used

Red – Mass Notification or Fire Alarms. Orange – Supervisory or Security Alarm Yellow – Troubles Blue – Monitor Points or Security Points Green – Restored to normal.

2.22 Workstation Event Logging and Reports Print Filter:

2.14.12 Filters shall be made available through configuration for events to be

printed or reported from the workstation. The following filters shall be provided: a. Alarms, b. Supervisory, c. Monitor, d. Troubles and e. Security events f. Time of Day g. Location of the Even

2.14.13 The following pre-programmed reports shall be available: a. Alarm Report – Print only Alarm events. b. Alarm and Supervisory Report – Print only Alarm and Supervisory events. c. Maintenance Report – Print all events. d. Location Report – Print all events of a specific building/floor e. Time Period Report – Print all events from a date range

2.23 Facility 3D Event Management Interface:

2.14.14 The 3D event management interface shall display facilities organized by building, floor, and device. Upon event activation it shall:

2.14.15 Provide the opportunity to display the device custom take action message with a minimum of 500 characters. The custom message shall provide instructions to the operator on what to do, information


on the event/device and possible hazards. 2.14.16 Provides 3D visual representation of new device status.

2.24 On Screen Controls: The system shall provide on-screen buttons for;

a. Acknowledge, b. Signal Silence, c. Fire Drill, d. Reset, and e. Silence Workstation f. Network View g. 3D View h. 2D View

2.25 Facilities rendering:

2.14.17 The system shall display site plan vector rendering of campus,

building or facility, with optional vector rendering of building profile and every level of building floor plan map. Operator shall be able to zoom to any desired level without pixilation when a vector based input file is used for the campus, building or floor.

2.14.18 The buildings of the campus shall be presented as a set of stacked 2D floor plans to create a transparent 3D image of the building

2.14.19 Devices shall be visible through the transparent floors when looking “through the top” of a building in bird‟s eye view camera position

2.14.20 Device activation animations shall also be visible through the transparent floor plans as above from „bird‟s eye view‟ camera position

2.26 Optional video camera integration:

The system shall provide the capability to display and control CCTV video cameras connected to a compatible Video Switcher. The CCTV Cameras shall be controllable using pan/tilt, focus, zoom, preset and sequence buttons. The system shall have the capability to link events automatically in order to pull up the corresponding video camera.

2.27 Optional browser window:

2.14.21 The system shall have the capability to display HTML files linked to the Internet through the Building Automation System, Weather Channel, ChemTec, or any similar websites. The system shall have the capability to link events automatically to display the


corresponding webpage or IP Camera/DVR. 2.14.22 The workstation shall be capable upon receipt of an event to send

e-mail messages to appropriate recipients via a SMTP mail server. Within the email message shall be the event message, instructional text, date and time. System shall support 100 email recipients or more.

2.14.23 The software shall have the ability to customize each Access Level with the ability to limit system restrictions and shall be password protected. It shall provide a minimum of 128 users with access levels.

2.28 Graphical maps and floor plans:

2.14.24 It shall be possible to import graphical floor plans from any of the following formats: DXF, DWG, JPEG, RLE, TIF, BMP, and WMF.

2.14.25 Drawing display shall allow for zoom out to full floor view or zoom in to individual device location. It shall be possible for the operator to manually zoom down to any portion of a vector-based graphic without aliasing, artefacts, or pixilation of the image.

2.14.26 Preset-only zoom levels shall not be considered equivalent. 2.14.27 The system must have available floor plan legend to identify

locations on floor plan key view. 2.14.28 There shall be toggle buttons on screen for all drawing levels that

allow instant migration to the previous and next building compared to the building currently being displayed on screen.

2.14.29 There shall be toggle buttons on screen for all drawing levels that allow instant migration to the previous and next floor compared to the floor currently being displayed on screen.

2.14.30 The system shall provide the following Floor Plan features: a. All Exterior and Interior Walls furnished as per architectural drawings b. Door swings. c. Window locations. d. Room number and designation of occupancy. e. All initiating and notification device locations.

2.29 Workstation External Interfaces Supported:

The workstation shall have optional provision for tie in to remote distributed recipient mass notification system providing alerts on personal computers (PC), text messages to personal data assistants (PDA) and cellular telephones, electronic mail to IP-capable cellular telephones, and recorded distributed recipient mass notification system voice messages to voice-over-IP (VoIP) telephones and PCs).

2.30 PC requirements:

a. Operating software shall be MS windows XP pro or later. b. Industrial grade 3.2GHz Pentium 4 Processor with 800 MHz front side

bus. c. 1GB memory DDR2 800Mhz, upgradeable to 8GB. d. Dual video; DVI and SVGA. e. Audio sound.


f. Dual 1G LAN. g. 500GB Hard Drive. h. 24X DVD-R/W, DVD+RW, CD-R/W. i. Computer hardware shall be UL864 listed.

2.31 Video display requirements:

The video display shall be a 19 inches or more LCD display monitor with built-in audio speakers and touch screen control operation.

2.32 Power supply requirements:

The workstation and display shall run from an UPS System by Reputed Brand to provide back-up support for 2hours of operation.

PART -3 FIRE ALARM SYSTEM CHARACTERISTICS: 3.00 System Features :

a. The system program shall have a minimum of 100 system definable bypass Groups to facilitate the testing of installed system based on the physical layout of the system. Bypass groups that disable entire circuits serving multiple floors or fire zones shall not be considered as equivalent.

b. The system shall provide system reports that list a detailed description of the status of system parameters for corrective action or for preventive maintenance. Reports shall be displayed on the operator interface or be capable of being sent to a printer.

c. System should support up to 63 nodes with a capacity for over 3000 I/O points per node, supporting over 200,000 on a single network.

d. Intelligent devices address shall be established using rotary dial switch. By passing devices shall not affect other components or system operations.

e. Intelligent devices shall be dynamically supervised (continuously) by the control unit for internal and/or external trouble conditions.

f. System control unit processor and software shall be independently supervised and arranged to insure trouble indication in event of failure.

g. Intelligent/analog initiating devices sensitivity adjustment and measurement shall be achieved via the system configuration utility. The control panel shall provide drift compensation capability for devices permitting it.

h. Alphanumeric annunciator(s) and remote printer (upon request) shall list:

i. Alarms, Troubles & other events (time, date, location). j. The main control panel shall have a display of 80 character

expandable to 24 lines by 40 character using a graphic LCD which is backlit when active.

k. System programming shall include the capacity for time related functions.

3.01 Walk Test:


The system shall be capable of being tested by one person by enabling the “walk-test” mode. Activating the “walk-test” mode shall:

a. Bypass central station connection. b. Bypass control functions. c. Cause a trouble condition at the control panel. d. Reset the panel automatically after signalling is complete.

3.02 Alarm Initiating Device Response:

a. Control unit shall latch the alarms, permitting clearance by manual reset only.

b. System alarm visual indicators shall be energized (synchronous flashing mode).

c. Alarm relay contacts shall change state (applicable modules). d. Silenceable and non-silenceable alarm outputs shall be energized

(sounding audible devices). e. Activated initiating device(s) parameters (address, type, status,

applicable Owner designated message) shall be displayed. f. All doors normally held open by door control devices shall release after

a programmable time delay. g. A supervised signal to notify an approved central station shall be

activated. h. The mechanical controls shall activate the air handling systems as

indicated on the drawings and upon reset request shall sequentially start-up air handling units to minimize power demand.

i. Elevators and other equipment affected by the alarm should be set to the appropriate condition.

3.03 Acknowledge Switch Operation:

Engaging momentary “Acknowledge” switch shall de-energize audible NAC and speaker circuits and cause the system alarm visual indicators to go steady.

3.04 Subsequent Alarm Condition (“Acknowledge” or “Signal Silence”

engaged): a. All audible NAC and speakers shall be re-energized b. System alarm visual indicators shall return to the flashing mode.

3.05 Trouble condition:

a. If a trouble condition occurs, the system trouble visual and audible (buzzer) indicators shall be energized (flashing mode).

b. Source of the trouble shall be displayed on all annunciators using the configured alphanumeric trouble message.

c. In case the fault affects the display itself, a common trouble LED shall be provided as well.

d. The trouble relay contacts shall change state (applicable modules). e. Remote trouble indicators and monitoring stations shall receive a

trouble signal. f. Trouble conditions shall include: g. Internal circuit failure.


h. Any activated system function preventing the Fire-Alarm from working as intended.

i. Any extended line fault such as open, short, or grounded line. j. Intelligent device missing or not as per configuration. k. Intelligent/analog initiating device “drift” beyond compensation limits. l. Off-normal switch position. m. AC power too low. n. Battery or charger failure. o. Ancillary device failure (where required).

3.06 Programming and Serviceability:

a. The system configuration utility shall be an advanced Windows-based program with Program Version Reporting to document any and all changes made during system start-up or system commissioning. Time and date stamps of all modifications made to the program must be included to allow full retention of all previous program version data.

b. The system shall provide an authorized operator with the ability to operate or modify system functions such as system time, date, passwords, holiday dates, restart the system and clear the control panel event history file.

c. The system shall be capable of storing a minimum of 3 configuration databases in non-volatile memory directly on the main board of the FACP

PART 4 – EXECUTION

SYSTEM ARRANGEMENT:

4.00 Project Engineering

a. System arrangement shall be consistent with the component locations and riser diagram shown on the drawings.

b. Precise as-built mark-ups (illustrating actual field wiring arrangements, device addresses and control panel configurations) shall be submitted to the Engineer.

4.01 INSTALLATION:

4.02 General: a. The Installation Sub-Contractor shall possess a State, District, or Country

license for the installation and testing of alarm systems in the location matching the address of the project installation.

b. All existing components that are necessary to properly interface with the existing system, but are incompatible with the above requirements, shall be replaced.

4.03 General Wiring:


a. Wiring for the system shall be installed according to National and local jurisdiction requirements, whichever applies.

b. Wire type shall meet requirements of IS code. Conductor size shall be calculated according to load and line length as per the Main equipment manufacturer‟s recommendation &tables provided by them found for each circuit type. Minimum wire size shall be either the calculated values or the minimum size acceptable by the AHJ.

c. Shielded wire shall only be used where recommended. d. Twisted pairs shall be used where recommended.

4.04 Junction Boxes:

All junction boxes associated with the fire alarm system shall be sprayed RED and labelled “FIRE ALARM”.

PROGRAMMING & MAINTENANCE:

4.05 General: a. Programming of the system shall be executed by an authorized

technician. b. Update software to latest available version at project completion and

install and program software upgrades that become available at any time during guarantee period.

4.06 Operation:

a. The system shall be expandable and reprogrammable at any time up to system‟s maximum capacity.

b. Operating system shall be field programmable for program changes and shall not require any factory modifications.

c. Each addressable device shall be uniquely identified by an address code (Owner selected) entered at time of installation.

SUPERVISION AND TESTING:

4.07 General: Supervision and testing shall be executed by an authorized technician.

4.08 Supervision:

a. Provide “on-site” observation throughout the system construction period, lending all guidance necessary to insure proper installation.

b. Perform the prescribed “systems demonstration” and “instruction”. c. Provide as-built drawings.

4.09 Testing:

Dedicated function keys shall be programmed to permit testing: 4.10 Final inspection and instruction

a. A factory trained representative or Engineer of the manufacturer shall demonstrate that the system functions properly.


b. Instructions for operating the system shall be provided in a hands-on

demonstration as stated elsewhere in the specification or as indicated on the drawings.

c. Written operating instructions shall be provided.

d. Record of Completion indicating certification of the fire alarm system

installation and testing shall be submitted to the Consultant at completion in accordance with Tender Requirements. A copy of all Record of Completion certificates together with Inspections and Testing Forms shall be delivered to the Owner‟s Representative. Photocopies shall be included in the Operating and Maintenance Manuals.

4.11 Warranty

The FACP & Detection Devices/Modules shall have a 1 year manufacturer‟s warranty against product defects. This warranty shall be for material only. Installation and labor shall be warranted for a period of 1 year or as indicated elsewhere in this specification. Manufactures that do not provide a standard 2-year warranty, must provide an extended warranty with their bid package.

4.12 Approved Make List

Sr Decription Makes

1 FAS Panel Mircom/Secutron/Notofier/Esser/Siemens

2 Smoke Detector Mircom/Secutron/Notofier/Esser/Siemens

3 Manual Call Point Mircom/Secutron/Notofier/Esser/Siemens

4 Hooters Mircom/Secutron/Notofier/Esser/Siemens

5 Modules Mircom/Secutron/Notofier/Esser/Siemens

6 Multisensor Detectors Mircom/Secutron/Notofier/Esser/Siemens

7 Ceiling Speakers Bosch/Bose/Aties/Audio

8 Wall Mount Speakers Bosch/Bose/Aties/Audio

9 Amplifiers Bosch/Bose/Aties/Audio

10 PAS Controller Bosch/Bose/Aties/Audio

11 Call Station Bosch/Bose/Aties/Audio

12 Analog CCTV Fixed Dome Bosch/AVTRON/Samsung/Honeywell/Digisol

13 Analog CCTV Fixed Bullet Bosch/AVTRON/Samsung/Honeywell/Digisol

14 Digital Video Recorder Bosch/AVTRON/Samsung/Honeywell/Digisol

15 RG11 Cable Calipllast/Technoflex/Ploycab/RR/Lapp

16 2cx1.5Sq.mm FRLS Armoured

Cable Calipllast/Technoflex/Ploycab/RR/Lapp

17 HDD Seagate/WDD/HP/Toshiba

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