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National Productivity and Quality Specifications (NPQS)

A3-40 External Metalwork

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CONTENTS Page

1. GENERAL 3
1.1 Scope 3
1.2 Related Sections 3
1.3 Standards 3
1.4 Trade Preambles 6

2. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS 8
2.1 Contractors Brief 8

3. MATERIALS AND COMPONENTS 9


3.1 Types of Metalworks 9
3.2 Stainless Steel 9
3.3 Carbon Steel 10
3.4 Aluminium Alloy Components 11
3.5 Prefinished Metals 11
3.6 Fixing and Fasteners 11
3.7 Grout 12
3.8 Timber 12
3.9 Protective Coatings 12
3.10 Standard Elements 13

4. WORKMANSHIP 15
4.1 Fabrication 15
4.2 Grinding, Polishing and Finishing 15
4.3 Joints 15
4.4 Shims 15

5. VERIFICATION AND SUBMISSION 16


5.1 Submission 16
5.2 Samples and Mock-ups 16
5.3 Tests 17

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1. GENERAL
Read with the General Requirements section, and all other contract documents.

1.1 Scope
This section covers the requirements for the fabrication and installation of external
metalwork which are generally meant for gates and fences, railings etc. This section
does not cover metal fixtures and fittings and furniture such as lamp post, benches,
bins etc. which shall be to specialist suppliers specifications.

1.2 Related Sections


Read this work section in conjunction with the relevant requirements of the other work
sections as follows:
A1-80-3 External Painting and Coating

1.3 Standards
Unless otherwise agreed by the SO, ensure all of the Works comply with the relevant
requirements of the Standards and Codes listed below or referenced in the body of
the Specification. Alternative Standards and Codes may be submit to the SO,
provided it can be demonstrated that the alternative Standards and Codes comply
with the requirements of the standards specified. All Standards and Codes quoted
are the current version, unless specific year references are noted.

Singapore Standards
SS 470 Hot finished structural hollow sections of non-alloy and fine
grain structural steel
Other Standards
BS EN ISO 1461 Hot dip galvanized coatings on fabricated iron and steel
articles - specifications and test methods
BS EN ISO 3506-1 Mechanical properties of corrosion resistant stainless steel
fasteners. Bolts, screws and studs
BS EN ISO 3506-2 Mechanical properties of corrosion-resistant stainless-steel
fasteners. Nuts
BS EN 485 Aluminium and aluminium alloys
BS EN 499 Welding consumables covered electrodes for manual metal
arc welding of non alloy and fine grain steels - classification
BS EN 895 Destructive tests on welds in metallic materials transverse
tensile test
BS EN 910 Destructive tests on welds in metallic materials bend tensile
test
BS EN 1172 Sheet & strip for building purposes

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BS EN 1321 Destructive tests on welds in metallic materials


macroscopic and microscopic examination of welds
BS EN 1461 Galvanising
BS EN 1652 Plate, sheet, strip & circles for general purposes
BS EN 3506-1 Mechanical properties of corrosion resistant stainless steel
fasteners
BS EN 10048 Stainless Steel
BS EN 10055 Equal flange tees
BS EN 10056-1 & 2 Equal and unequal angles
BS EN 10088 Stainless Steels
BS EN 10088-01 Stainless steel-List of Stainless steel
BS EN 10088-02 Technically delivery conditions for semi finished products-
sheet/plate and strip for general purposes
BS EN 10088-3
Technically delivery conditions for semi finished products-
bars rods and sections for general purposes
BS EN 10111 Low carbon steel sheet & strip for cold forming
BS EN 10130 Cold-rolled low carbon steel flat products for cold forming
technical delivery conditions
BS EN 10131 Cold-rolled uncoated low carbon and high yield strength steel
flats products for cold forming tolerances on dimensions
and shape
BS EN 10137-1 to 3 Plates & wide flats. High yield strength steel
BS EN 10139 Uncoated mild steel narrow strip (1) for cold forming
BS EN 10140 Cold rolled narrow steel strip-tolerances on dimension and
shape
BS EN 10142 Continuously hot dip zinc coated low carbon steels strip and
sheet for cold forming technical delivery conditions
BS EN 10143 Continuously hot dip metal coated steel sheet and strip
tolerances on dimensions and shape
BS EN 10147 Continuously hot dip zinc coated structural steel sheet & strip
- technical delivery conditions
BS EN 10149-1 to 3 Flat products. High yield strength for cold forming
BS EN 10152 Electrolytically zinc coated cold rolled steel flat products for
cold forming Technical delivery conditions (AMD
Corrigendum 14564)
BS EN 10169-1 Organic coated flat products
BS EN 10209 Low carbon steel flat products for vitreous enamelling
BS EN 10210-1 & 2 Non alloy & fine grain steels. Hot finished
BS EN 10214 Hot dip zinc-aluminium (za) coated sheet & strip
BS EN 10215 Hot dip aluminium-zinc (az) coated sheet & strip
BS EN 10218-2 Wire and wire products. General

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BS EN 10258 Cold-rolled stainless steel and narrow strip and cut lengths -
tolerances on dimensions and shape
BS EN 10259 Cold-rolled stainless steel wide strip and plate/sheet -
tolerances on dimensions and shape
BS EN 10268 Flat products. High yield strength micro-alloyed steels for cold
forming
BS EN 12020 Aluminium and aluminium alloys
BS EN 12163 Rod for general purposes
BS EN 12166 Wire for general purposes
BS EN 12167 Profiles & rectangular bar for general purposes
BS EN 12449 Tube for general purposes
BS EN 12540 Corrosion protection of metals - Electrodeposited coatings
BS 499 Welding terms and symbols
BS 1052 Wire: Mild steel for general engineering purposes
BS 1449-1-1.15 Narrow strip (1). General engineering purposes
BS 1449-1-1.8 & BS Narrow strip (1). Formable & general engineering purposes
1449-1-1.14
BS 1453 Specification for filler materials for gas welding (AMD 5363)
(AMD 10840) (AMD Corrigendum 13107)
BS 1703 Refuse chutes and hoppers
BS 2901 Fillers and rods for gas shielded arc welding
BS 2994 Steel sections
BS 3692 ISO metric precision hexagon bolts, screws and nuts
BS 3830 Vitreous enamelled steel building components
BS 3987 Specification for anodic oxide coatings on wrought aluminium
for external architectural applications (AMD 10944)
BS 4190 ISO metric black hexagon bolts, screws and nuts
BS 4320 Metal washers for general engineering purposes
BS 4360 Specification for weldable structural steels
BS 4464 Spring washers for engineering work
BS 4604 The use of high strength friction grip bolts in structural steel
work. Metric series
BS 6323-1 to 7 Tubes. Seamless & welded
BS 6363 Specification for welded cold formed steel structural hollow
sections
BS 7668 Weather resistant steels. Hot finished
AS 1231 Aluminium and aluminium alloys. Anodic oxidation coatings
AS 3715 Metal finishing: Thermoset powder coating
ASTM 2605.2 Organic coatings on aluminium extrusions

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1.4 Trade Preambles

1.4.1 Contractors Submissions


The intended type and locations of the external metalworks are indicated in the
drawings and schedules. Based on the information supplied, engage qualified and
experienced personnel to carry out and submit the following items to the SO:
1.4.1.1 Develop all necessary details for the fabrication and installation of the
work, and to meet with the performance requirements as set out in clause
2.0 below; Details to develop may include shape and sizing of
components, accessories and connections to the building.
1.4.1.2 Design for the appropriate structural support for the works including
structural connection to the building frames, and foundations, if not shown
in the structural engineering drawings. Where required as indicated in the
PSD, engage a PE (civil) to verify the design and endorse the
submissions.
1.4.1.3 Submit suitable methods of installation to the works.
1.4.1.4 Submit manufacturer and product for proprietary items when called for.

1.4.2 Shop Drawings


Prepare and submit shop drawings to enable the fabrication and installation of the
works.

1.4.3 Co-ordination with Other Works


Co-ordinate the metalworks particularly the interfacing with the following trades:
a. Walls and parapets
b. Foundation for the metalworks
c. Hardscape
d. Softscape
e. All External services

1.4.4 Spare Material


Deliver to site in strong protective packages marked for identification, and store
where directed, components and materials for future replacement and repair. Refer
to the PSD for list.

1.4.5 Warranty
Provide warranty in accordance with contract conditions for the performance of the
following items:
a. A ten-year indemnity for all aluminium works and glazing.

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1.4.6 Maintenance Manual


No item.

1.4.7 Quality Control Plan


No item.

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2. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

2.1 Contractors Brief


When carrying out the proposals as set out in clause 1.4.11.4.11.4.11.4.1, take
account of the following requirements:

2.1.1 Structural Criteria


2.1.1.1 Dead Loads
The self-weight and other associated dead loads of the metalworks shall be
supported and transferred to the main building structure.
2.1.1.2 Loading Capacity
All works shall sustain and withstand as a minimum, the gravity and lateral loadings
as set out in the Building Control Regulations, including crowd loads and impact
loads.
2.1.1.3 Wind Loads
The whole of the Works shall be able to withstand repeatedly imposed wind
pressures based on a design wind speed of 35 m/s.

2.1.2 Structural Movement and Movement Between Works by Others


Take into account, that performance, appearance and proper functioning of the
external metalworks are not affected by any movements, settlement, deflection,
expansion or contraction which can be expected to occur in the site,building or the
construction process.
Form the junction between the external metalworks systems and adjacent work by
others to take into account, possible structural deflections or movement in that
adjacent element without distortion to the Works, or disintegration of joints between
the works.

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3. MATERIALS AND COMPONENTS

3.1 Types of Metalworks


Refer to the drawings for types and locations of external metalworks required for the
project. Refer to the PSD for any specified proprietary product.

3.2 Stainless Steel

3.2.1 Sections
Stainless steel shall be to BS EN 10088-1. Stainless steel sections shall comply with
BS EN 10088-3.
Unless otherwise indicated, stainless steel grade shall be 1.4401 (previously 316
external grade).
3.2.1.1 Finishes
a. 1G/2G (3A) Ground: Coarse, unidirectional texture; low reflectivity.
b. 1J/2J (3B or 4) Brushed or dull polished: Unidirectional texture; smoother than
1G/2G; low reflectivity.
c. 1K/2K (5) Satin polished: Smoother than 1J/2J. Suitable for marine and external
architectural applications.
d. 1P/2P (7 or 8) Bright buffed/polished: Nondirectional finish with high degree of
reflectivity. Achieved by mechanical polishing.
Note the references in brackets are the nearest equivalent finishes to the superseded
BS 1449-2.
The finish is achieved on the exposed surface only unless specified otherwise.

3.2.2 Plate, Sheet and Strip


3.2.2.1 Stainless steel in plate, sheet and strip to comply with, BS EN 10048, BS
EN 10258, BS EN 10259 and BS EN 10088 as appropriate.
3.2.2.2 Unless noted otherwise, grade 1.4401 (formerly 316) shall be used for
visible components, in all other circumstances grade 1.4301 (formerly 304)
shall be used.

3.2.3 Welding of Stainless Steel


Comply with BS 1453 and BS 2901.
Use electrical fusion metal-arc method. Carbon-arc or gas welding will not permitted.
Undertake in a thorough manner, with edging rod of same composition as sheets or
part welded.
Weld completed welds, strong and ductile, with excess metal ground off and joints
finish smooth to match adjoining surface. Welds shall be free of Mechanical
imperfections such as gas holes, pits, runs, crack etc. and shall have same colour as
adjoining surfaces.

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Continuously butt weld all sheets together with welds ground smooth and polished.
Butt welds made by spot welding strips under beams and filling in the voids with
solder and finishing by grinding will not be acceptable
Wherever welds occur on surfaces not finished by grinding and polishing, such welds
and the accompanying discolouration shall be suitably coated in the factory by
means of metallic base paint to prevent the possibility of progressive corrosion to
such joints.

3.2.4 Fixtures and Fastenings


Comply with BS EN ISO 3506-1 and BS EN ISO 3506-2.
Unless noted otherwise, use grade A4 for visible fasteners, in all other circumstances
use grade A2.
Submit suitable fastener property class to the SO, to meet the performance criteria
specified.

3.3 Carbon Steel

3.3.1 Generally
Steel components to be hot dip galvanised after fabrication unless alternative
corrosion protection is approved.
Do not cut, drill or work galvanised members.

3.3.2 Metal Material


3.3.2.1 Steel Plates and Shapes
To BS4360
3.3.2.2 Bolts, Nuts and Washers
To BS 3692: (Grade 8.8) / BS 4190: (Grade 4.6) High friction grip bolts shall comply
with BS 4604:
a. Part 1: General grade
b. Part 2: ( Parallel shank).

3.3.2.3 Cold Rolled Steel


To BS 1449: Section 1.3: matte finish.
3.3.2.4 Hot-dipped Galvanized Steel Sheets
To BS EN 10143:
3.3.2.5 Cold Formed Steel Hollow Section
To BS 6363:
3.3.2.6 Welding Materials
To BS EN 499: and BS 6363:
3.3.2.7 Concrete Inserts
Cast steel or malleable bolts, washers, and shims, hot-dipped galvanized.

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3.3.2.8 Fasteners & Washers


a. Fasteners BS EN 3506-1:
b. Washers BS 4320: and BS 4464:.

3.3.3 Welding of Steel


To BS 499: Part 1: & Part 2: and BS 135

3.4 Aluminium Alloy Components

3.4.1 Aluminium Alloy Plate, Sheets and Strip


To BS EN 485: acceptable 3003 H14 and 5005 H14 alloy and temper
combinations for sheet and plate subject to fabrications, finish and structural
requirements. Provide 3.0 mm minimum nominal thickness.

3.4.2 Aluminium Alloy Bars


Extruded tube sections and hollow sections: To BS EN 12020: acceptable alloy and
temper combinations for 6063-T5 and 6063-T6 for extrusion subject to fabrication,
finish and structural requirement. Nominal wall thickness of 3.0 mm or greater is
required for structural extrusions. Minimum nominal wall thickness for non-structural
trim shall be 1.5 mm.

3.4.3 Aluminium Alloy Drawn Tubes


To BS EN 12020: acceptable alloy and temper combinations 6063-T5 and 6063-T6.

3.4.4 Welding of Aluminium


a) Weld aluminium in the factory and in conformance to BS EN 895, BS EN 910
and BS EN 1321. Use inert gas process electric arc with a protective envelope
of argon gas. Oxyacetylene welding is not permitted as a substitute. Do not
solder aluminium.
b) Weld aluminium only where specifically approved by the SO.

3.5 Prefinished Metals


Prefinished metals may be used if methods of fabrication do not damage or alter
appearance of finish.

3.6 Fixing and Fasteners

3.6.1 Generally
Submit suitable fasteners to the SO.

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3.6.1.1 Fasteners to be to the appropriate Singapore/European/British standards


as agreed with the SO. And, unless stated otherwise, to be of the same
metal as the component with matching coating and finish.
3.6.1.2 Where a particular fixing or fastening is not shown or fully detailed, design
the fixing in order to fulfil the performance criteria.

3.6.2 Methods
Concealed fixings are to be adopted unless otherwise shown on drawings.
Locate face fixings in unobtrusive positions.

3.6.3 Strength
Allow minimum safety factor of 2.5 in addition to the anchorage design safety factor.
Where requested on drawings supply a torque setting for bolted or screwed
fastenings.
Structural anchorage to be by two or more fixing devices.

3.7 Grout
Grout between base/face plates and concrete is to have a minimum compressive
strength at 28 days of 40 N/m

3.8 Timber
Timber accessories such as handrails etc shall be formed of species as noted in the
drawings.
Timber handrails to be finished as set out in Section A1-80-3 External Painting and
Coating clause 3.1.

3.9 Protective Coatings

3.9.1 Generally
Apply coats after completion of fabrication and drilling of all fixing holes.
Remove all burrs and sharp arrises prior to coating.

3.9.2 Galvanizing
To BS EN ISO 1461.
Provide all necessary vent and drain holes in approved locations and seal to approval
after galvanizing.

3.9.3 Electrolytically Zinc Coating


Electrolytically zinc coated cold rolled steel flat products to BS EN 10152.

3.9.4 Cadmium/Zinc Plating


Cadmium/zinc plating of steel to BS 1703.

3.9.5 Chromium Plating


Chromium plating to comply with requirements of BS EN 12540.

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3.9.6 Vitreous Enamelling


Vitreous enamelling to steel surfaces shall be to BS 3830.

3.9.7 Anodizing
Anodizing to aluminium surfaces shall be 25 micron thick to BS 3987

3.9.8 Externally Painted Steel


Refer to Section A1-80-3 External Painting and Coating clause 3.1.

3.9.9 Anodizing
Comply with AS1231 thickness grade 25.

3.9.10 PVF2
Wet applied fluoropolymer to comply with ASTM 2605-2.
Resin content minimum of 70%, minimum coating 25 microns.

3.9.11 Polyester Powder Coating


Comply with AS3715.
Minimum thickness 50 microns. Submit suitable thickness to the SO.

3.10 Standard Elements


Unless otherwise indicated or specified, adopt the general requirement for standard
elements as below:

3.10.1 Chain Link Fence


Unless otherwise noted on drawings fence to be formed of:
a. 50mm square PVC coated galvanised mesh 16 SWG including PVC
b. 9SWG strong wire, PVC coated galvanised
c. 3mm thick, 75mm diameter galvanised steel hollow section top, bottom and
bracing rails
d. 4mm thick 100mm square galvanised hollow section posts
e. Mesh attachment 20 x 10 x 3 galvanised U bolts.
Height above ground as indicated in the drawings.
Steel posts bedded in 450 square and 500 deep Grade 25 concrete set 100 below
finished ground level.
Align top and bottom rails with ground contour.

3.10.2 Steel Guard Rails, Handrails and Railings


Fabricate to dimensions shown on drawings.
Sand down all welded joints to provide a smooth finish.
Paint or finish as noted on drawings and in accordance with Section A1-80-3, clause
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3.10.3 Metal Gates


Fabricate as shown on drawings, refer to clause 3.13.13.13.1 for proprietary product
including mechanised movement control, and manufacturer if any.

3.10.4 Standard PUB Elements


3.10.4.1 Safety Railings
In accordance with standard details published by PUB (Drainage or Sewerage
Departments).
3.10.4.2 Special Railings
In accordance with standard details published by PUB (Drainage or Sewerage
Departments).
3.10.4.3 Drainage Reserve Marker, Bollard and Posts and Chain
In accordance with standard details published by PUB (Drainage or Sewerage
Departments).
3.10.4.4 Gratings, Chequered Plate and Access Shaft
In accordance with standard details published by PUB (Drainage or Sewerage
Departments).

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4. WORKMANSHIP

4.1 Fabrication
Verify dimension and clearances on site prior to shop fabrication.
Fabricate items with joints tightly fitted and secured.
Fit and shop assemble in largest practical sections for delivery to site. Locate joints
only as indicated on the architectural drawings.

4.2 Grinding, Polishing and Finishing


Welded exposed joints are to be suitably ground flush with adjoining material. All
ground surfaces shall be smooth and consistent with good workmanship.
Exercise care in all grinding operations to avoid excessive heating of metal and metal
discoloration.
Remove grain of rough grinding by successive polishing operations. Texture of final
polishing operation shall be uniform and smooth.

4.3 Joints
Butt joints and contact joints, wherever they occur, shall be close fitting and shall not
require solder as filler.
Sheared edges are to be free of burrs, fins or irregular projection.
Neatly finish mitres or bull nose with under edges of material ground to uniform
condition. Do not overlap materials.

4.4 Shims
Separate all pairs of moving surfaces with friction reducing pads. Pads shall have/be:
a. minimum 3 mm thickness,
b. sufficiently reduce friction to permit movement,
c. resistant to wear,
d. positively retained in position ( open ended slots are not acceptable ).
e. not be subjected to heat damage from welding , cutting or to excessive pressure
from over tightening of bolts.
Plastic shims are acceptable at static connections for which the shims transfer only
compressive forces.
Wood shims shall not be used.

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5. VERIFICATION AND SUBMISSION

5.1 Submission

5.1.1 Submissions
Include in construction program, event for submission of the following information:
a. Technical details for the manufactured items noted in clause 3.13.13.13.1.
b. Details of fabricators for items set out on drawings
c. Details of PVF2 applicator

5.1.2 Design Submissions


Prepare an installation strategy, containing the following information, prior to the
preparation of detailed shop drawings.
a. Sequence of construction
b. Method statements
c. Specimen of warranty
Do not proceed to Fabrication stage until the SO has approved Design drawings and
installation strategy.

5.1.3 Fabrication Submissions


5.1.3.1 Shop Drawings
Prepare shop drawings, which shall include:
a. Plan Layout and sections of all metalworks at a scale of 1:50.
b. Section showing all details of connections/interfacing.
Fabrication shall not commence until shop drawings have been reviewed and
permission to proceed has been obtained from the SO.

5.1.4 Certification of Materials


Provide the SO with certification from the manufacturer of all materials/components,
certifying that the respective material is of the correct grade, strength, size, finish, etc,
and is in accordance with the relevant codes and standards specified.

5.1.5 Maintenance Submissions


No item.

5.1.6 Warranty
Submit the warranty upon completion of the works.

5.2 Samples and Mock-ups


Refer to the PSD for the schedule of samples and mock-ups required for the project.

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5.3 Tests
No items unless otherwise noted in the PSD.

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