SECTION 22 62 00
VACUUM SYSTEMS FOR LABORATORY FACILITIES
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** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** VACUUBRAND Inc.; vacuum systems for laboratory and healthcare facilities.
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This section is based on the products of VACUUBRAND Inc., which is located at:
11 Bokum Rd.
Essex, CT 06426-1506
Toll Free Tel: 888-882-6730
Tel: 860-767-5341
Fax: 860-767-2563
Email:request info ()
Web:|
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VACUU-LAN local vacuum networks are a lab-by-lab approach to scientific vacuum systems that saves energy, bench space and maintenance. A single under-bench pump can support the whole lab. These modular vacuum networks are located entirely within each lab, and replace central lab vacuum systems (CVS) and individual vacuum pumps in new labs or renovations.
What's the appeal? 70-90 percent energy savings vs. CVS; Adaptable as needs change; Huge water savings vs. aspirators; Reduced water and air pollution; Better vacuum quality than CVS; Fast, simple installation; No inter-lab cross-contamination like CVS; Suited for renovations and new construction; Right-sized installation for sustainability; Proven worldwide for over 20 years. Call the manufacturer for specification and design assistance.
VACUUBRAND takes great pride in its history of environmentally sensitive operations, and was the first company in the vacuum industry to earn ISO 14001 certification.
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SECTION INCLUDES
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A. Local vacuum network system, including the following components:
1. Pumps.
2. Controls.
3. Valves.
4. Interconnecting tubing.
5. Inlets.
6. Valves.
7. Identification.
8. Supports.
9. Accessories.
1.2 RELATED SECTIONS
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A. Section11600 - Laboratory Equipment.
B. Section 12 35 53 - Laboratory Casework.
C. Section 23 05 00 - Common Work Results for HVAC.
1.3 REFERENCES
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A. American National Standards Institute (ANSI): ANSI/ASQ/ISO Q9001 - Quality Management Systems Requirements Standard.
B. International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC): IEC 60529 - Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code).
C. National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA).
D. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):
1. NFPA 45 - Standard on Fire Protection for Laboratories Using Chemicals.
2. NFPA 70 - National Electric Code.
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements.
B. Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:
1. Manufacturer's descriptive literature, illustrations and installation instructions for all components included within this project.
2. Preparation instructions and recommendations.
3. Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
4. Installation methods.
C. Shop Drawings: Provide dimensional drawings indicating details of construction and installation. Include templates for coordination with adjacent work.
D. Operations and Maintenance Data: Servicing and testing requirements, inspection data, installation instructions, replacement part numbers and availability, location and contact numbers of service depot.
E. Record Documents:
1. Installation Contractor for local vacuum networks shall record actual locations of pumps, valves, and distribution and exhaust piping.
2. Record of test procedures and the results of all tests indicating room and area designations, dates of the tests, and names of persons conducting tests.
3. Documentation and description of manufacturer's warranties.
1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Compliance: Materials, equipment, installation, testing and certification shall be in strict accordance with NFPA 45.
B. Qualifications:
1. General: Company specializing in manufacture, installation, testing, certifying and servicing the products and systems specified with a minimum of 5 years documented experience.
2. Manufacturers: Firms regularly engaged in manufacture of vacuum systems equipment and products, of types, material and sizes similar to systems and products specified herein, whose products have been in satisfactory use in similar service for not less than 5 years. Submit references if requested.
3. Equipment Suppliers: The vacuum systems equipment supplier shall provide onsite or remote access to the services of a manufacturer authorized product specialist to periodically coordinate remotely with the installing Contractor during initial installation of piping and vacuum systems.
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4. Service Organizations:
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a. Service by in-house facility personnel.
b. Service performed by manufacturer-authorized repair facility to which components of system will be shipped.
5. Installers: Minimum of 2 years experience with successful installation experience on project with vacuum systems.
C. Single Source Requirements: Pumps, valves, inlets, alarms, controls, tubing and associated components shall be supplied by a single manufacturer to the greatest extent possible and shall be fully compatible with one another.
D. Identification:
1. Valves: Manufacturer's name shall be marked on valve bodies.
2. Equipment: Manufacturer's name, address and contact information shall be permanently marked on equipment.
E. Tubing Connections: Consist of vacuum compression fittings. Connections tested with a vacuum gauge of sufficient resolution to determine that the completed network conforms to manufacturer's specifications for effective vacuum pressures.
1.6 COORDINATION
A. Installation Contractor shall coordinate with Vacuum Equipment Manufacturer and Vacuum Equipment Supplier to ensure onsite or remote installer training at a mutually agreed time and with reasonable notice in advance of start of installation work.
1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. Deliver, store and handle materials and products in strict compliance with manufacturer's instructions and recommendations and industry standards. Protect from damage, theft, vandalism, exposure to precipitation, freezing temperatures and direct sunlight.
B. Store products in manufacturer's original packaging until ready for installation.
C. Each length of tube shall be delivered packaged by manufacturer and kept in original packaging until being prepared for installation.
D. Loose fittings, valves, gauges and other components shall be delivered sealed and labeled and kept sealed until installation.
E. Where contamination has occurred, materials must be removed and replaced with materials that have been cleaned and sealed by the manufacturer or supplier.
F. Provide equipment and personnel necessary to handle equipment and components with methods approved by manufacturer to prevent damage to products or packaging. Provide additional protection so as to protect products or surrounding areas from damage.
G. Lift components only at designated lifting points, and in accordance with operating manual lifting procedures.
1.8 PROJECT CONDITIONS
A. Maintain environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, and ventilation) within limits recommended by manufacturer for optimum results. Do not install products under environmental conditions outside manufacturer's recommended limits.
1.9 SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING
A. Schedule work to ensure installation is complete tested and certified prior to substantial completion.
B. Sequence installation of PTFE plastic vacuum tubing so that it will not be subjected to damage from the heat of brazing, soldering or welding adjacent tubing.
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C. Pre-drill at casework manufacturer's factory all bench lab tops with penetrations needed for on-site mounting of vacuum valves.
D. Pre-drill at fume-hood manufacturer's factory penetrations needed for on-site mounting of vacuum valves, fittings and controls. Pre-install vacuum valves, fittings and controls as specified in contract documents.
1.10 WARRANTY
A. Manufacturer's Standard Warranty:
1. Warranty Period for Defects in Materials and Workmanship: 1 year under normal use from date of system start-up.
2. Warranty Period for Vacuum Network: 1 year.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. Acceptable Manufacturer: VACUUBRAND Inc., which is located at: 11 Bokum Rd.; Essex, CT 06426-1506; Toll Free Tel: 888-882-6730; Tel: 860-767-5341; Fax: 860-767-2563; Email:request info (); Web:
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B. Substitutions: Not permitted.
C. Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01 60 00 - Product Requirements.
2.2 LOCAL VACUUM NETWORK SYSTEMS
A. Local Vacuum Network System: VACUU-LAN system components as manufactured by VACUUBRAND GMBH + CO KG of Germany and supplied by VACUUBRAND INC. of the USA.
1. General: Materials shall meet or exceed applicable referenced standards, federal, state and local requirements and conform to codes and ordinances of authorities having jurisdiction.
a. VACUU-LAN components are not approved for operation in potentially explosive atmospheres.
b. Local vacuum networks that serve more than one laboratory shall be equipped with demand-responsive electronic controls which enable the server pumping unit to provide vacuum when needed, while moving to standby mode in the absence of immediate vacuum demand.
c. Local vacuum networks restricted to a single laboratory may be equipped with demand-responsive electronic control, or may be actuated manually, either by a switch directly on the server pump, or by a wall-switch-actuated electrical outlet.
2. System: Local vacuum networks with oil-free, diaphragm vacuum pumps with corrosion-resistant flow-paths made of fluoropolymers such as PTFE or FFKM, vacuum valves with fluoropolymer check valves and PTFE tubing with chemical resistant compression connectors and fittings.
3. Shut-Off Valves: Integral to each vacuum service inlet.
4. Venting: Duct exhaust for local vacuum networks via PTFE tubing through fume hoods, or use another manufacturer approved method, to exterior of building.
5. Technical Data:
a. Leak Rate: 1*10^(-2)mbar*l/s per component.
b. Maximum Gas Temperature (< 5 min.): 176 degrees F (80 degrees C)
c. Maximum Gas Temperature (Continuous): 140 degrees F (60 degrees C).
d. Maximum Ambient Temperature: 104 degrees F (40 degrees C).
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6. Electronic Controls: Demand-responsive operation of pumps for VACUU-LAN local vacuum networks.
B. Local Vacuum Network Pumps: VACUU-LAN Series manufactured by VACUUBRAND GMBH + CO KG of Germany and supplied by VACUUBRAND Inc of the USA.
1. Design: Oil-free, dry-running pumps featuring corrosion resistant diaphragms, heads and valves; with chemical resistant flow-path of fluoropolymers such as PTFE and FFKM, 120 V, 60 Hz power supply plugged into NEMA 5-15 conventional grounded outlet. Rotary vane, liquid ring and scroll designs are not acceptable.
2. Description: Including inlet and outlet catchpots to collect condensed vapors.
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a. Each vacuum pump shall have an end (ultimate) vacuum of better than 29.6 inches Hg gauge (7.6 Torr absolute, or better), based on a barometric pressure of 29.92 inches Hg, unless otherwise specified for special applications.
b. Each vacuum pump shall have an end (ultimate) vacuum of better than 27.8 inches Hg gauge (55 Torr absolute, or better), based on a barometric pressure of 29.92 inches Hg, unless otherwise specified for special applications.
c. Each vacuum pump shall operate totally oil-free, eliminating all need for oil changes, and require diaphragm changes at greater than 10,000 operating hour intervals when used as designed for particulate-free and liquid-free vapor streams.
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3. Electronically Controlled Units: Electronically controlled vacuum pumping units may be equipped with liquid level sensors on inlet or outlet catchpots.
4. Pump ventilation: Vacuum pumps shall be air-cooled and have no water requirements unless water-cooled condensers are specified for emissions capture. Ventilation must ensure that ambient temperatures in pump cabinet stay below 104 degrees F (40 degrees C). Cabinet must be of sufficient size to provide for 2 inch (50 mm) clearance for air circulation on top and sides of pump.
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a. Ventilation Method: Open cabinet design.
b. Ventilation Method: Louvered cabinet door and back of cabinet removed for natural circulation through cabinet.
c. Ventilation Method: Front of pump-cabinet shelf and back of cabinet removed for natural circulation through cabinet.
d. Ventilation Method: Active ventilation though fan-assisted ventilation lines, as provided by others, with extraction at upper back of cabinet and cabinet door louvered at lower level, as provided by others.
5. Pump Exhaust: Any pumping unit/system, as specified in subsequent paragraphs, that is used to support a local vacuum network shall be plumbed to appropriate building exhaust point with continuous airflow to ensure removal of lab process exhaust and a safe laboratory environment.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Consult manufacturer to ensure selection of appropriate pumping unit/system Delete units/systems not required.
6. Pumping Units/Systems: ME 4C NT + 2AK Chemistry Vacuum Systems
7. Pumping Units/Systems: MZ 2C NT + 2AK Chemistry Vacuum Systems.
8. Pumping Units/Systems: MZ 2C NT + AK + EK Chemistry Vacuum Systems.
9. Pumping Units/Systems: MD 4C NT + 2AK Chemistry Vacuum Systems.
10. Pumping Units/Systems: MD 4C NT + AK + EK Chemistry Vacuum Systems.
11. Pumping Units/Systems: PC 3002 VARIO Chemistry Pumping Units.
12. Pumping Units/Systems: PC 3004 VARIO Chemistry Pumping Units.
13. Pumping Units/Systems: ME 8C NT +2AK Chemistry Pumping System.
14. Pumping Units/Systems: ME 16C NT +AK with EK Chemistry Pumping System.
15. Pumping Units/Systems: PC 3016 NT VARIO Chemistry Pumping Unit.
16. Pumping Units/Systems: PC 3012 NT VARIO Chemistry Pumping Unit.
17. Pumping Units/Systems: PC 3016 NT VARIO DUO Chemistry Pumping Unit.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Interconnecting PTFE tubing is essential to network performance and must be provided by VACUU-LAN® manufacturer.
C. Local Vacuum Network Tubing: Interconnecting PTFE tubing and compatible joints and fittings as provided by VACUUBRAND INC.
1. Size: 10 mm OD / 8 mm ID.
2. Composition: PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene), such as Teflon or manufacturer approved equal.
3. Straight Unions, T-Unions, Elbow Unions, Offsets and Fittings: Chemical resistant PVDF plastic.
4. Minimum Turn Radius without Compression Fittings: 8 inches (200 mm).
5. Corrosion Resistant PVDF Plastic Compression Fittings: In locations where turning radius for PTFE tubing is less than 8 inches.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Exhaust tubing shall be free of dips and loops that could trap condensate. Where such low points are unavoidable an access fitting (T-connector) or drip leg and blind fitting shall be installed to provide means of removing collected condensate that is not removable with blow-through techniques. Delete if not required.
6. Condensate Removal: Access fittings; T-Connectors.
7. Condensate Removal: Drip leg and blind fitting.
D. Local Vacuum Network Modules: Service inlets as manufactured by VACUUBRAND GMBH + CO KG of Germany and supplied by VACUUBRAND, INC. of the USA.
1. General: Compatible with other components of VACUU-LAN local vacuum network. Modular design. Inlets flush-mounted on lab benches, ceiling tiles and overhead utility carriers for attachment to concealed piping; or surface-mounted with exposed tubing for attachment to concealed piping or surface mounted with exposed tubing. Factory assembled, tested, cleaned and supplied with protective packaging.
2. Vacuum Line Gauges and Controllers: Shall register mbar, Torr and hPa and shall be scaled from 1 atmosphere to 1 mbar and equivalents, with resolution to 1 mbar and equivalents.
3. Digital vacuum gauges and controllers shall include analog and digital representations of vacuum pressures with sufficient resolution to confirm performance of VACUU-LAN local vacuum network.
4. Source, Main, Riser, and Service Line Valves: Equipped with compression fitting connections.
a. Valve Inlets: Consist of barbed tubing fitting designed to be compatible with flexible vacuum tubing.
5. Shut-off Valves: Ball-type valve, corrosion resistant designed for vacuum to 29.86 inches Hg (1.5 Torr) with integral check valve; operated with lever-type handle requiring only a quarter turn from fully open position to fully closed.
6. Manual Flow-Control Valves: Corrosion resistant, designed for vacuum to 29.86 inches Hg (1.5 Torr) with integral check valve; manually variable flow.
7. Networks shall be compatible with Quick Connect (QC) fittings on ceiling tiles or overhead utility carriers. Installation contractor must adapt QC fittings to 10/8 mm PTFE network tubing, and QC fittings must be resistant to chemical vapors in vacuum lines, and provide leak rates as described in paragraph 2.2 A.5. QC fittings provided by others.
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8. Bench/Wall Modules: VACUU-LAN VCL 01 Manual Flow Control Modules.
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a. Mounting Bases: A1, Surface mount, exposed tubing.
b. Mounting Bases: A5, Flush mount, concealed tubing.
9. Bench/Wall Modules: VACUU-LAN VCL 02 Shut-off/Manual Flow Control Modules.
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a. Mounting Bases: A1, Surface mount, exposed tubing.
b. Mounting Bases: A5, Flush mount, concealed tubing.
10. Bench/Wall/Ceiling Tile Modules: VACUU-LAN VCL K Straight Manual Shut-off Modules.
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a. Mounting Bases: A1, Surface mount, exposed tubing.
b. Mounting Bases: A5, Flush mount, concealed tubing.
11. Bench/Wall Modules: VACUU-LAN VCL K 90-degree Manual Shut-off Modules.
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a. Mounting Bases: A1, Surface mount, exposed tubing.
b. Mounting Bases: A5 Flush mount, concealed tubing.
1) Modules In Fume Hoods: VACUU-LAN VCL AR Manual Flow Control Modules.
c. Mounting Bases: Flush mount, concealed tubing.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 PREPARATION
A. If preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect in writing of deviations from manufacturer's recommended installation tolerances and conditions.
B. Do not proceed with installation until substrates have been properly prepared and deviations from manufacturer's recommended tolerances are corrected. Prepare cabinets, benchtops, fume hoods and ceiling tiles using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the best result for the substrate under the project conditions.
C. Commencement of installation constitutes acceptance of conditions.
3.2 INSTALLATION
A. Install in accordance with manufacturer's written instructions and recommendations. Prevent oil or grease from being introduced into tubing. Do not install components that have become contaminated internally.
B. Vacuum network tubing shall be of PTFE of appropriate diameter and finish, as supplied by the vacuum network manufacturer. Tubing connections shall consist of compression fittings, with connections tested with a vacuum gauge of sufficient resolution to determine that the completed network conforms to manufacturer's specifications for effective vacuum pressures.