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Section 260500
General Electrical Specification
1.0 GENERAL
1.1 Scope
A. Unless otherwise noted, the plans or specifications are intended to include everything necessary to
complete the scope of work. Accordingly, all work shall be done under all headings in connection with
the work to carry out the plans and specifications to the OWNER's satisfaction, whether each item is
specified or not.
B. The General Conditions are part of these Specifications, and the CONTRACTOR shall consult them
for instructions pertaining to all trades for the entire work for the complete project except that, in the
event of conflicting provisions, this General Electrical Specification shall take precedence over the
General Conditions.
C. For design/build projects, the electrical system shall be designed by a registered electrical engineer,
registered in the state or province the plant is located. The registered engineering consultant shall stamp
all drawings submitted for approval. All drawings, preliminary and final must be submitted for
OWNER's approval at least 10 working days in advance of the date OWNER approval is required.
D. The CONTRACTOR shall provide all supervision, and labor for the procurement, fabrication,
delivery and installation of all equipment and material required for a complete and operating electrical
system as indicated on the drawings and specifications. Dimensions shown on drawings are
approximate. For design/build projects, include design and detail of complete electrical system as
described in the scope of work. CONTRACTOR shall verify dimensions by reference to shop drawings
and field measurements. Quantities or lengths indicated in any of the Contract Documents are
approximate only and shall not be held to gauge or limit the work.
E. Any revisions to the scope of work shall require approval by the project engineer in charge of this
specification and contract.
F. The CONTRACTOR shall complete all work, including any details that are necessary for the proper
functioning of the equipment.
G. Upon completion of the installation the CONTRACTOR shall demonstrate, by test and trials, that all
work has been completed to the satisfaction of the OWNER.
H. At locations with paint facilities, all field applied chemicals, coatings, sealants, paints, lubricants,
caulking and cleaners shall be certified by Ford Motor Companies Automotive paint supplier (to the plant
where work is being done) as harmless to the paint process.
1.2 Related Work Specified Under Other Sections
A. Power Distribution Systems - Section 262000/16400
B. Contractor Electrical Acceptance Tests - Section 260800/16951
1.3 Submittals
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A. Submit product data covering catalog items. If catalog is general in nature, indicate the specific items
and related accessories proposed for use.
B. Submit copies of all test reports.
C. Where specified, submit certificates stating that the work conforms to the Specifications.
D. Submit shop drawings to show compliance with the Contract Documents.
E. The CONTRACTOR shall submit 4 copies of his working drawings and list of commercial
components for approval by the OWNER. One copy of each will be approved in principle and returned
to the CONTRACTOR. Approval shall not relieve the CONTRACTOR of his responsibility for the
accuracy of his drawings or for the final satisfactory operation of the equipment supplied by him.
F. The OWNER reserves the right to reject the CONTRACTOR's electrical designs for excessive or
inadequate usage of control relays, control logic, switches, pushbuttons, lighting, power requirements,
etc. In such cases, the CONTRACTOR shall make the necessary changes without additional charges to
the OWNER.
G. When programmable controllers are used, one hard copy with descriptors shall be submitted along
with the control panel drawings for approval.
H. All original tracings for each unit, including any additional tracings by Subcontractors shall become
the property of the OWNER upon completion of the Contract. All final tracings shall cover the work as
installed in the field.
I. A schematic that is typical for several machines will not be accepted. Individual schematics for the
complete electrical operation shall be provided.
J. Where existing equipment or machine wiring is changed to tie in with the CONTRACTOR's design,
the CONTRACTOR shall make new CAD drawings showing all revisions required for the tie-in.
1.4 Reference Standards and Codes
A. National Electric Code (NEC)
B. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
C. National Electrical Safety Code (NESC)
D. American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
E. Underwriters Laboratories (UL)
F. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
G. National Electrical Manufacturer Association (NEMA)
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H. Occupational Safety and Health Association (OSHA)

I. Ford Global Manufacturing Standards
J. Ford Corporate Safety Guidelines for Contractors, Section 01100
K. Ford Safety Bulletin #FAS08-161 for Arc Flash Protection
L. Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE)
M. Canadian Electric Code (CEC)
N. Ontario Hydro Electrical Safety Code
O. Canadian Standards Association (CSA)
P. Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers Association of Canada(EEMAC)
Q. Any other applicable Federal, State, Provincial and/or Local Codes
R. If at anytime during the work, there is a conflict between the project specifications or drawings and
any other standard, specifications, applicable codes or regulations, the stricter shall apply and the
discrepancy shall be brought to the attention of the Ford Electrical Engineer immediately for resolution.
S. CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for the updating of his copy of the Ford Manufacturing
Standards. These standards can be obtained from Ford Motor Company website on the Ford Supplier
Network.
T. Electrical Industries Association/ Telecommunication Industries Association (EIA/TIA)
U- International Building Code (IBC)
V- International Electrotechnical commission (IEC)
W- Mexican and other International Electrical Codes.
X. In Brazil NR-10
Y. British Standard European Norm (BS-EN)
1.5 Testing
A. The CONTRACTOR, on completion of his work, shall test and document the electrical installation in
accordance with Ford Specification Short Circuit Analysis and Coordination Study 260573.
B. All OWNER supplied existing reused equipment shall be tested and recalibrated. The OWNER shall
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be advised of any equipment found to be deficient.

1.6 Requirements of Regulatory Agencies
A. Should any changes in specifications and plans be necessary to conform to the requirements stated
under the subject of "Laws, Ordinances, and Regulations" in the General Conditions, the bidder shall so
notify the OWNER at the time of submitting his bid so that suitable adjustments may be made. Failure to
fulfill the above requirements shall not relieve him of the responsibility of assuming all work necessary
for a complete and approved installation without extra expense to the OWNER.
B. All facilities equipment shall be UL labeled or certified to UL standards for protection from electrical
shock and electrical fire by a Nationally Recognized Testing Agency (NRTL). In regions where UL or
NRTL is not recognized, local agencies shall apply.
1.7 Existing Conditions
A. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for visiting the job site, where the work will be performed,
before submitting his bid, to verify existing conditions and to determine their impact on his scope of
work. Participate in the Pre-Bid walk-thru if one is scheduled.
B. The CONTRACTOR shall provide an underground utility locating service to survey the area where
trenching or digging for pits will be performed before starting to dig.
2.0 PRODUCTS
2.1 Material Approval
A. All materials shall be approved by the Underwriter's Laboratories, Inc.(UL), Canadian Standards
Association (CSA) and/or any other global electrical codes as listed in section 1.4
B. All materials and equipment supplied by the CONTRACTOR shall be new and free of factory
defects. Material samples where required, and descriptive literature of all materials to be used, and
descriptive literature of equipment, shall be submitted to the OWNER for his written approval prior to
use and/or installation of these materials or equipment.
C. The CONTRACTOR shall submit, to the OWNER, Electronic and 1 hard copy of complete material
cut-sheets for the equipment supplied by him, prior to purchasing of the equipment. These sheets shall
be bound in a suitable loose leaf booklet, and shall include:
1. Detailed list of commercial components and accessories, stating the complete information
required for ordering of critical spare parts.
2. List of recommended spare parts.
3. The above information shall be subdivided by index tabs by components.
D. The word "approved" as used in this specification only refers to the component being acceptable to
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the OWNER. It does not constitute approvals of extra cost or change in intent.
E. The CONTRACTOR shall furnish a complete list of materials and equipment he proposes to use
including delivery dates, subject to the approval of the OWNER in writing before ordering same.
F. The Ford Manufacturing Guideline E1-QSL shall be considered the base materials approval list. PTO
(Powertrain) projects also require adherence to the Form 2630, plant or program specific materials
guidelines. Consult the design section issuing this specification for approval of alternate components.
2.2 Labeling
A. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for providing Energy Control and Power Lock Out
Placarding (ECPL) in accordance with the latest standard published by the Ford-UAW National Joint
Committee on Health & Safety.
B. The CONTRACTOR shall obtain from the OWNER the Arc Flash hazard levels in accordance with
the latest editions NFPA 70E and IEEE 1584. Contractor is responsible for installing owner provided
Arc Flash Hazard Labels in accordance with the latest standard FAS08-160 published by the Ford-UAW
National Joint Committee on Health & Safety. Labels shall be field installed at the Plant after equipment
has been located and short circuit analysis, performed by others, is completed.
C. All electrical equipment shall be labeled using lamacoid plastic plates having black letters on a white
background. The plates shall be secured in place with screws; glue or other adhesive materials shall not
be permitted. In general, lettering shall be legible from the nearest accessible floor or platform location.
D. All electrical apparatus that are fed directly from switchgear, a distribution panel, or busway, shall
identify their electrical power source; i.e. substation id and switchgear feeder breaker number, panel id
and circuit number, or busway number and plug. Location of the source is also required on the label. A
panel or plug's location shall be the bay in which it is located. Each bay shall be identified by the column
row and number (e.g. A12) of the column at the North East corner of the bay.
E. All bus plugs, distribution panels, or switch gear directly feeding any electrical apparatus shall
identify the apparatus and its location. Busways shall be identified with the busway number on both
sides of the isolation joints. Bus tags shall be of sufficient size to be readable from floor level.
F. CONTRACTOR shall adhere to latest update of Occupational Safety and Health Standards (OSHA)
1910.147 (Lockout /Tagout), Ford Safety Bulletin FAS08-161, and to Ford/UAW ECPL procedures as
the minimum requirement or as specified by section specifications. Consult with the local Ford/UAW
safety office.
G. All materials or components used for installations outside of North America shall be identified as
being approved by the local underwriters and governing authority as referenced section 1.4.
2.3 Fuses
A. Approved North American Fuse Manufacturers
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1. Bussmann
2. Ferraz Shawmut
3. Littelfuse
B. Approved South American Fuse Manufacturers
1.
Siemens
2.
Bussman
3.
Semikron
C. In Europe follow European norms.
3.0 EXECUTION
3.1
Workmanship
A. All work shall be done in a first-class workmanship manner, corresponding to the best standards of the
trades involved, complete in all respects and including all items specified, or as outlined and illustrated
on the accompanying plans, and necessary for the accomplishment of a complete, satisfactory, and
approved operating installation.
B. The materials and/or workmanship as specified under this general heading shall apply to this project
and/or as shown and indicated on the drawings.
C. Electrical support systems shall only support electrical equipment.
3.2 Welding, Cutting or Drilling to Existing Building Steel
A. Welding to the building steel, cutting, drilling, or punching of the building steel will not be permitted.
1. Exception: Exothermic welding to building steel for an equipment ground is allowed.
B. The electrical equipment, conduit and supports, or any other parts which are to be supported from any
other portion of the building steel, shall be clamped in place or bolted to the angle iron or channel iron
which are to be clamped to the building steel.
C. The method of supporting any electrical equipment or components from building structural steel shall
be approved by a qualified structural engineer, and submitted to the OWNER for approval.
3.3 Plant Services
A. The facility is equipped with a 480 volt (plus or minus 10 percent) or 480Y/277 volt (plus or minus
10 percent), 3 phase, 60 hertz nominal electrical service. 400V/230V 50Hz for Europe
B. The facility is equipped with a 208Y/120 volt, 60 hertz nominal electrical distribution system for
small power and lighting requirements. 230V 50Hz for Europe
C. Any equipment selected by the contractor shall be suitable for installation in an industrial power
environment. CONTRACTOR shall provide the required protection against noise, harmonics and
voltage fluctuations.
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D. The CONTRACTOR shall verify specific voltages available at the facility for specific applications.
E. Substation loading shall not exceed 60 percent of the full rated current of the transformer without
cooling fans and 65 degree temperature rise, and without the benefit of power factor correction
capacitors.
3.4 200-480 (3 phase supply) Volt Branch Services
A. From bus plugs: CONTRACTOR shall provide electrical branch services consisting of bus plug,
fuses, conduit and wire to connect new or relocated control panels to the building bus way distribution
system.
1. Branch services from bus duct shall be sized TABLE 1. The size of the bus plug shall always
be at least equal to the panel disconnect size. The bus plug fuse size shall be at least equal to the
panel main over current device.3. In branch feeders to control panels with PLC's, the ground
conductor shall not be less than #8 AWG. For Europe: The ground conductor shall in line the
European Norms.
4. The OWNER, prior to installation, shall approve the location of all bus plugs.
TABLE 1: BUS DROP WIRE SIZE

125% Equip Full
Load Amp, FLA
0 30
31 60
61 100
101 125
126 150
151 175
176 200
201 225
226 250
251 300
301 350
351 400
401 450
451 500
501 600
601 800
801 1200
1201 1600
Bus Plug
Size
30
60
100
200
200
200
200
400
400
400
400
400
600
600
600
800
direct
direct
Bus Plug
Fuse Size
30
60
100
125
150
175
200
225
250
300
350
400
450
500
600
800
Conduit
Size
"
1"
1"
1"
1"
2"
2"
2"
3"
3"
3"
3"
2 3"
2 3"
2 3"
2 3"
C.T.
C.T.
Wire
Size
#10
#6
#2
#1/0
#1/0
#2/0
#4/0
#4/0
#250
#350
#500
#500
2 - #250
2 - #250
2 - #350
2 - #500
3 - #500
4 - #500
Ground
Wire Size
#8
#8
#8
#6
#6
#6
#6
#4
#4
#4
#2
#2
#2
#2
#1
#1/0
#4/0
#4/0
For Europe: The cable shall be in line with the actual tables from the European Norms. Derating shall
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B. From power distribution panels: CONTRACTOR shall run his power feeder from the power
distribution panel indicated by OWNER. CONTRACTOR shall furnish all fuses and switches required
in the power distribution panel. Connection of non-welding loads and/or applications, to a welding bus
distribution system, will not be permitted.
C. Any switch shall have, as a minimum, the short circuit interrupting capacity of the service feeding it.
Bus plug and/or distribution panel switch shall have, as a minimum, interrupting capacity of the service.
D. In the event of plant modifications, building services shall be maintained by the CONTRACTOR and
shall remain on line during production hours. (e.g. lighting, receptacles, etc.)
E. Supply and install safety switch/lockout provisions for all electrical equipment that do not come with
their own safety switch/lockout device. Safety switch shall be located at the equipment it serves, in an
accessible location.
3.5 Temporary Power
A. The CONTRACTOR shall provide temporary power, communications (telephone and
broadband/Ethernet) and lighting for construction trailers and all other work around and in the plant
unless otherwise specified in the project documents.
B. The CONTRACTOR shall also be responsible for any permits, utility hook-up fees, and monthly
utility bills for the temporary services and for utility bills until the new facility is turned over to the
OWNER.
C. The CONTRACTOR shall meet all NEC, OSHA, and local code requirements related to the
temporary services.
3.6 Drawings - General
A. Refer to Ford Global Manufacturing Standard w-EX-6.
B. All Panel drawings shall have a complete written sequence of operations and bill of material listing
manufacturer's name and model number of devices and shall be submitted with approval drawings.
C. Panel drawings shall include: panel layout, interconnection diagram, door layout and push-button,
pilot lights and nameplates nomenclature.
D. Layout drawings shall include conduit layouts complete with location of field mounted devices
including but not limited to push-button station and indicating lights, etc.
E. Electrical drawings shall have the same Ford number as the related mechanical equipment drawings,
but shall have numbers E1, E2, etc.
F. The internal wiring of pre-wired devices, such as motorized timers, motorized valves and recorders
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shall be incorporated schematically in the elementary diagram.

G. All connecting wires and symbols for electrical devices shall be identified and numbering shall not be
duplicated elsewhere in the same control system.
H. Actual values of all resistors, potentiometer, condensers, and transformer voltages shall be clearly
marked beside the device symbols on schematic electronic diagrams.
3.7 Panel and Schematic Drawings
A. Line numbers will correspond to sheet numbers as follows:
1. Sheet 3EL will have lines 301 to 399
2. Sheet 6EL will have lines 601-699, etc.
B. Relays, pushbuttons, etc., (except limit switches, proximity switches and photo-switches) will be
numbered according to the line number upon which it is shown.
C. Wire numbering shall be as follows:
1. Wire numbers shall assume the ladder line number plus one more digit for wires in the
magnetic section of the circuit.
2. Wire numbers shall assume the input or output address number plus and "A" or "B" or etc. for
the wires in the I/O section or the circuit.
3. The common line wire numbers shall start at one and increase as required.
4. In the case of hard wire numbers being the same as input numbers, the OWNER shall be
notified for clarification.
D. There shall be no more than two ladders per sheet. Each ladder shall be a minimum of 10 inches
wide, on 3/4 inch vertical spacing.
E. Where major changes or additions are made to existing circuitry, the contractor shall be required to
furnish completely new drawings of the altered circuitry. However, in some cases, if in the opinion of
the OWNER, the rework of existing electrical drawings would be sufficient to present changes and
rework of existing circuitry required, the contractor shall be permitted to revise said existing drawings to
show the required work.
F. Line numbers shall not be changed on the existing drawings. If lines numbers are required between
existing line numbers, use the suffix letter. If an additional sheet is required between two existing sheets,
use the previous number with a suffix letter and record the changes and additions in the change column
of the existing sheet.
G. Drawings shall be formatted in CAD per Ford Standard w-EX-6.
For Europe, Electrical drawings shall be in EPLAN and PDF format.
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H. All required permits, licenses, inspections, approvals, and fees for electrical work shall be paid for by
the CONTRACTOR.
In Europe some approvals are not permitted to pay by the contractor, here Ford has to make the order
independent.
3.8 OWNER Furnished Drawings
A. All electrical drawings furnished to the successful bidder by the OWNER must be checked by the
CONTRACTOR insofar as required for discharge of CONTRACTOR's specified responsibility for
accuracy and function as required by the sequence of operations. Any shop or field changes caused by
CONTRACTORS failure to check drawings as outlined above, or reconcile same with conditions of
existing equipment in the field, shall be made by the CONTRACTOR at no additional cost to the
OWNER.
B. The control panel shall be shipped with one reduced print, (11 x 17), of all drawings of the control
circuit in the pocket of the control panel. In Europe EPLAN drawings shall delivered in DIN A3 or DIN
A4 format.
C. When a PLC is used, a computer printout of the logic, with word descriptions of each address, shall
also be in the control panel pocket.
D. These drawings and the computer print-outs shall not be taken from the control panel, nor used for
any purpose other than recording changes to the control circuit.
E. If these drawings and computer printouts do not reflect the "as-installed" circuits, and are not in the
control panel after production start-up, the contractor will not be relieved from stand-by duty.
3.9 As-Built / As-Installed Drawings
A. After completion of installation and de-bug period, CONTRACTOR shall field check installed and/or
re-worked circuit changes by Subcontractors and shall up-date the contract drawings and computer logic
printouts. This shall be completed within 30 days of completion of installation. Changes to the contract
drawings shall be indicated by red ink mark-ups on "full size" (D-size) black on white drawings only,
CAD submittals will not be accepted.
B. Refer to the contract documents for all drawing and distribution requirements.
C. Immediately after any PLC logic up-date, the contractor shall send the plant one copy of the revised
computer printout and electronic copy with nomenclature.
3.10 Electrical Connected Load
A. Power factor correction shall be designed into the electrical system at the low voltage unit sub-station
level.
B. Services to any equipment shall not exceed 800 amps when taken from a busway.
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C. Balance all loads between phases AB, BC, and CA to within 5 percent of load. This applies to all
substation breakers, mains and feeder breakers as well as main breaker or main lugs on lighting panels.
D. The maximum bus plug size shall not exceed 50 percent of the trip rating of the feeder breaker for
busway to which it will be attached. The total load (demand load) connected to a bus duct shall not
exceed 80 percent of the busway feeder breaker ampacity rating.
3.11 Conduit, Wireway and Cable Tray
A. Cable trays, conduit, or other electrical equipment or conductors shall not be mounted, placed, or run
on or across the roof.
3.12 Sleeves and Inserts
A. CONTRACTOR shall provide and seal all openings, sleeves, and inserts in walls and floors as
required for his work.
B. All inserts shall be of design and capacity to adequately support the load requirements and suit the
installation and shall be watertight.
C. All after-set type inserts shall be the tapered nut type with expansive retainer sleeve. For small work,
single units may be used and for large work multiple units shall be used. The use of wooden plugs or
"Rawl" plugs will not be permitted.
D. All pre-set type inserts shall have rust proof type finish, firmly secured to forms and shall finish flush
with underside of concrete slab.
E. If conduit is installed through the roof, the CONTRACTOR shall provide temporary sealing of all
penetrations and notify the OWNER in writing of all such locations. CONTRACTOR shall employ a
certified roofing Contractor acceptable to the plant that will make permanent repairs and ensure roof
integrity and maintain all existing warranties.
F. When in areas containing hazardous materials, fittings shall be installed that will meet the hazardous
classification requirements of the area and maintain the classification of the adjacent area.
G. All electrical conduits passing through sleeves in walls or floors shall have the void between the
sleeve and conduit or cable filled with fire stopping material rated the same as wall or floor fire rating
flush with the end of sleeve to seal the opening.
H. All unused conduits shall be capped watertight.
3.13 Pull Boxes and Junction Boxes
A. Pull boxes or junction boxes shall be installed in the conduit system where shown and indicated on
the plans or where necessary to facilitate the installation of conductors.
B. All boxes shall be NEMA 12 (or in Canada, Code gauge galvanized steel EEMAC Type 12) without
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drainage holes inside the building and NEMA 4X outside the building. All boxes shall have continuous
hinged covers. All raceways and cables entering a NEMA 4X box shall enter from the bottom or side
and shall be made watertight.
C. All conduit holes shall be closely cut to size with a rotary saw or cut or punched out with a tool made
for that purpose. Torch cutting will not be permitted. De-burring is required.
D. Sheet metal boxes shall be constructed of the following U.S. Standards Sheet metal Gauge Steel.
Larger Than or Equal to
2.0 cu. ft.
6.0 cu. ft.
Smaller Than
2.0 cu. ft.
6.0 cu. ft.
12.0 cu. ft.
Gauge
#14
#12
#10
E. All pull boxes and junction boxes shall be supported independently of all conduits and shall be
secured in place using a sufficient number of supports to provide a strong and workmanlike job.
F. Where pull boxes are to be installed in damp locations or where excessive moisture is present, they
shall be hot dip galvanized after fabrication. All drilling, if possible, shall be made before galvanizing
and rubber gaskets between box and cover provided, securely fastened to box. A inch diameter hole
shall be provided through the lowest point in box for drainage.
G. Where pull boxes or junction boxes are to be provided in areas in which "vapor tight" or "explosion
proof" construction is specified, they shall be cast iron or cast aluminum with threaded hubs. Hubs shall
permit the engagement of 5 conduit threads. Unused hubs or openings shall be closed with countersunk
non-ferrous threaded metal plugs.
H. Supports for conductors in vertical raceways shall be provided as specified or indicated on the
drawings, or at intervals of not more than 40 feet, and at the top most point of any conduit or duct riser
which is 25 or more feet in vertical rise, except where there is a change of direction equal to 2 quarter
bends in the run.
3.14 Wireways
A. Wireways shall be lay-in type unless otherwise noted, suitable for the protection of electrical wiring
from oil, water, coolants, dirt or dust, (NEMA 12) as well as physical damage. Straight lengths and
fittings shall be made of 14-gauge steel or greater and all straight lengths shall have hinged covers with
neoprene gasket all around held closed with external screw clamps. All lengths and fittings shall be
provided without knockouts. Duct and fittings shall be painted with gray machine paint similar to ASA49 over a phosphate surface. All fittings shall have removable covers to permit the lay in installation of
wiring. All wireway shall be elevated to clear working areas at locations subject to heat or damage.
3.15 Outlet Boxes
A. Each outlet, except work in slabs, shall be a threaded conduit fitting of type and size required to suit
the area conditions in which it is located and to accommodate the conduit layout indicated on the
drawings.
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B. Outlet boxes for office area only shall be standard galvanized, pressed steel of the knockout type, of
not less than No. 12 gauge. Conduits shall be fastened to outlet boxes with locknuts inside and out, and
bushings. All unused knockouts shall be left sealed.
C. All pressed steel boxes shall have knockout openings of the sizes required for each installation.
Boxes with concentric knockouts will not be acceptable. Outlet boxes shall have provisions for the
support of devices separate and independent of any screws for supporting the boxes. Covers or
extensions for boxes shall be the same gauge or thickness specified for boxes.
D. There must be supplied, in all boxes, sufficient room for insulating joints, wires, and bushings.
E. Outlet boxes installed exposed in damp or wet locations, in locations exposed to the weather, or in
other locations as may be indicated on drawings, or in these specifications, shall be of the cast malleable
iron type, with hot dip galvanized finish with covers and gaskets of the proper type for the fitting or
device to be installed.
F. Outlet boxes for installation in "vapor tight" construction or where specified on the drawings, shall be
either cast aluminum or cast malleable iron, with hot dipped galvanized finish, with covers of the proper
gaskets. Outlet boxes to be installed in hazardous areas where "explosion proof" or weatherproof
construction is specified, shall be made of cast or malleable iron, bronze, brass or aluminum, etc.,
furnished with conduit hubs drilled and tapped as required for each installation, and with end stops or
tapered threads to insure tight conduit connections.
3.16 Conduit Fittings
A. All conduit not terminating in boxes as indicated on the drawings or specified herein or in conduit
terminal boxes of apparatus shall be terminated by means of conduit fittings with suitable screw covers.
Conduit fittings shall be of the threaded cast type of high corrosion resistant finish. In wet or moist
locations all fittings shall have neoprene gaskets.
B. All flexible steel conduit fittings shall be of a type that will not separate from the conduit and that
will make good electrical contact with the flexible conduit and retain the liquid tight characteristics of the
conduit.
3.17 Conduit
A. No thread less couplings or running threads will be permitted on rigid conduit.
B. The use of steel or other metallic cables for the purpose of pulling electrical conductors through
conduit or for use as "fish tape" is not permitted. Nylon ropes or other inorganic fibrous material are
required. Pulling eyes on multiple conductor cables or the connection joint between a group of cables or
wires and the rope being used to pull them through conduit must be well taped and padded. A nonsilicon pulling lubricant shall be used.
C. All conductor wire or cables for 120 volt and above, except as otherwise specified, shall be installed
in heavy wall rigid steel conduits of mild steel tube, with a metallic corrosion resisting hot dipped
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galvanized coating, inside and out, and shall be especially selected for uniformity of the thickness and
freedom from defects, in accordance with ANSI Spec. C80-1. The use of intermediate metal conduit will
not be permitted.
D. Conduits shall be delivered to the "job site" in not less than 10-foot lengths, threaded, with a coupling
on one end and a thread protector on the other end.
E. The minimum size of conduit permitted for general use shall be ". The minimum size of conduit
encased in concrete shall be 1". The minimum size of conduit direct buried shall be 2".
F. Conduits shall be installed plumb and level, at right angles to the building walls or walls of rooms in
which they are installed and shall be supported at intervals not exceeding 8'-0". Conduits shall be run
parallel to the finished floor.
G. The ends of all conduits and elbows shall be cut square and reamed and all joints shall be brought to a
shoulder, finished butt to butt in the couplings, and corners turned with standard manufactured elbows of
the same specifications as the conduit used on the project with long radius bends in conduit where
indicated on the drawings. Cut threads of conduit shall be clean and true and shall provide for a
minimum engagement of 5 threads. Running threads will not be permitted.
H. Conduits shall be installed along walls and truss members and shall not in any way interfere with the
movement and operation of cranes. Except for vertical drops to equipment, all conduits shall be run
above the bottom chord of truss. Conduits shall be kept at least 6 inches away from any non-electrical
piping lines. Suitable conduit hangers and brackets shall be clamped to the building structure in order to
support conduits. Conduit shall be run in a manner that will not inhibit access to building services.
I. Wherever conduits, supported from building steel, cross building expansion joints, conduit expansion
joints shall be provided.
J. Conduits where entering outlet or junction boxes, cabinets or any piece of electrical equipment, shall
maintain NEMA 12 integrity.
K. All ends of conduits shall be provided with an insulated bushing, except as couplings.
L. The CONTRACTOR shall be permitted to use rigid aluminum conduit of trade sizes 2-1/2 inches or
larger. The use of heavy wall rigid steel galvanized "factory" elbows is required. Aluminum conduit will
not be permitted in slabs, concrete ductwork, or directly buried in earth.
M. The use of Electro Metallic Tubing (EMT) or "thin wall" will be permitted in office areas, where
concealed above dropped ceilings or in walls, and in the plant areas above the bottom chord of truss
except as listed below. All 3 phase branch circuits originating at bussway plugs shall be run entirely in
rigid galvanized steel conduit, and NEMA 12 integrity shall be maintained. EMT shall not be installed in
any floor slab.
N. Fittings, connectors and couplings for EMT of 2-inch or less diameter shall be compression type.
EMT 2" and above diameters shall have a minimum of 2 set screws per coupling.
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O. Make necessary provisions for electrical equipment with threaded hubs to adapt for EMT conduit
where EMT is permitted.
P. Slip-on type fittings for rigid conduit will not be permitted.
Q. Underground conduits shall not be extended under the floor of a new building addition. The conduits
shall be extended overhead to the new perimeter wall and then brought down at that location. Conduits
and wiring under the factory floor are to be avoided.
R. Provide a separate ground conductor wire in all feeder and branch circuit conduit runs.
3.18 Conduit Nipples
A. Conduit nipples shall have two independent sets of threads. Running threads shall not be permitted in
an installation. Where conditions require joining two fixed conduit into a continuous run, conduit union
(Erickson, or an approved equal) shall be used in place of running threads and coupling.
3.19 Flexible Conduit
A. Flexible conduit shall be non-metallic, liquid-tight and oil resistant.
B. " flexible conduit shall be considered minimum size for installations except connection to a single
device where only a " female hub is supplied, unless specifically excepted. A bond wire must be
utilized between equipment to insure a proper ground.
C. Flexible steel conduit may be installed only where indicated on the drawings. Flexible steel conduit
shall be single strip, helical wound, interlocking type, in standard conduit sizes, hot dip galvanized, to
type UA and and greater type EF. Flexible conduit shall be delivered to the "job site" in standard
length packages, each package length to bear the label of Underwriter's Laboratories Inc., of the National
Board of Fire Underwriters.
D. For the connection of devices and the terminal connection of motors, the flexible conduit permitted
shall consist of an oil proof, liquid tight jacket or lining in combination with a flexible reinforcing tubing,
which shall bear the label of the Underwriter's Laboratories, Inc.
E. Installations of flexible steel conduit of any type, more than 24" in length must be approved by the
OWNER. Oil tight flexible non-metallic conduit may be used only where local inspection authorities
permit and where rigid conduit is impractical. Connections to motor shall not exceed 18". Provide
grounding wire in all flexible conduit terminated at each end to insure continuity of ground system to all
enclosures.
3.20 Supports, Hangers and Equipment Racks
A. All supports and braces shall be provided by this contractor where required for the proper installation
of all busway, conduits, panels, lighting duct, lighting fixtures, raceways, transformers, starting and
control equipment, and other electrical equipment, installed and connected in accordance with these
specifications and accompanying drawings.
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B. CONTRACTOR shall check building steel for sufficient loading before supporting conduit, bus or
cable tray. CONTRACTOR shall coordinate with the other trades to determine total loading on support
steel.
C. In the Americas busway, conduits, outlets, fixtures, hangers or other materials should not be
supported or hung from metal roof decking. In European regions this may be acceptable upon review &
approval from the Ford Land Electrical Engineer.D. All supports or braces secured to the building
structural steel shall be with clamping bolted devices, "J" clamp or equal. "C" clamps alone shall not be
permitted. Hardened sheet steel clamps or hanger accessories intended to be driven on to the flanges of
structural members, or where closure depends on snap locking methods shall not be permitted.
E. Single conduit clamps shall be a wrap around one bolt clamp.
F. Single conduits run tightly along or across structural members shall be fastened to members by angle
clamps commonly referred to as "korn clamps".
G. All rods shall be a single continuous piece and a minimum size of 3/8" or greater cold rolled steel as
required for the load.
H. Bolting through or welding to the building structural steel shall not be permitted.
I. Method of hanging shall not introduce torsion loading into any structural steel member unless
previously approved by the OWNER. Cantilevered channel to support conduits and/or lighting fixtures
shall be permitted up to 18 inches out from the truss.
J. Racks and supports shall employ prefabricated channels, which may be modularly punched, attached
to the building structural members with clamps fabricated for the purpose.
K. Cables connected to bus plugs shall be moored at each end of run to prevent accidental pull on bus
plug.
3.21 Cable Tray
A. All armored and Teck cables shall be installed in aluminum ladder-type cable trays, of widths as
indicated on the drawings, including all fittings and accessories required for a complete system. All
cable tray systems shall be constructed, tested, and meet the performance criteria as set forth in the
Common CSA and NEMA Standard for Metal Cable Tray Systems, C22.2 No. 126.1 / NEMA VE-1.
Only ladder cable tray systems shall be used. Expanded metal, solid, and/or perforated sheet metal type
construction will not be allowed.
B. Spacing of rungs or cross bars on all cable trays shall not exceed 12" on centers and rungs shall be
welded to side rails of the cable tray. Tray shall meet NEMA 12C load/span designation. Fill depth from
top of rung to top of side rail shall be not less than cable diameter. Minimum radius of all bends and/or
offsets shall be not less than 10 times cable diameter and shall be greater where indicated and/or required
to suit permissible bending radius of cable specified. Cable trays shall be UL listed as equipment
grounding conductors. Minimum cross sectional area shall be one square inch.
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C. The provisions of expansion joints for this installation shall be in strict accordance with the cable
manufacturer's recommendation and designed to insure protection for the primary and secondary cables
from excessive expansion and contraction due to temperature changes. Where required, cable expansion
loops shall be provided.
D. The cable trays shall be designed and built to meet or better the following criteria:
1. Cable tray shall not retain any permanent set or deflection caused by a 200 pound
concentrated load placed on one side rail at midpoint of any span, with cable loads as hereinafter
specified.
2. Cable tray loading shall be such that the total load capacity of NEMA 12C shall not be
exceeded by the combined working load and static load described in D.1 above when calculated
per NEMA VE-1. Tray loading guidelines follow:
Tray Width
18"
24"
30"
36"
Cable Loads
30 lb/ft
45 lb/ft
60 lb/ft
75 lb/ft
E. Cable trays shall be installed in strict accordance with CSA or NEC requirements and NEMA
Standards Publication No. VE 2 with supports installed such that splice points fall between the support
and the quarter point. Each tray shall be supported and braced where it passes through a main column
truss to prevent sway, and trapeze-type hangers shall support it. The support span shall not be greater
than the straight section length, nor exceed 12'-0". Manufacturer's side-type accessory for supporting
ladder shall not be used in lieu of above specified hanger.
F. Provide and install expansion joints in tray of a type and at such intervals as recommended by the tray
manufacturer, to avoid any deflection or distortion of the tray due to changes in temperature. Trays shall
be clamped to supports as recommended by the Manufacturer to coordinate best with expansion joints.
G. Cable tray systems shall be grounded and electrically continuous per NEC 318. Provide flexible
ground bonding jumpers across each expansion joint, across any mechanical discontinuities, across
hinged adjustable joints (unless they have been permanently locked into position by a second bolt), and at
any location where high pressure bolted splices are not used.
H. Each armored cable shall be spaced on the cable trays the diameter of the largest adjacent cable apart,
and shall be arranged on the tray to provide for future cables without necessity of relocating cables
installed under this Contract. Cables shall be clamped, with a non-metallic clamp, to the crossbar or rung
on not greater than 4'-6" centers on all horizontal runs and 18" on all vertical runs.
I. Installation of cables:
1. Do not install cables until Work that may cause damage to cables, including concrete pouring,
has been completed.
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2. Verify cutting and pulling lengths with cable manufacturer and obtain written confirmation
that pulling tensions, sidewall pressures, and bending radii conform to manufacturer's
recommendations before installing cable. Submit copy to Construction Manager or Project
Engineer.
3. Install cables in strict accordance with manufacturer's recommendations and instructions. The
CONTRACTOR shall provide and install anti-friction rollers at intervals along the entire length
of the cable tray system, with multiple sheaves at all changes of direction. Rollers shall be
spaced on such centers and shall be of such a type as recommended by the cable manufacturer to
permit installation of the cable specified without damage to the tray or the cable. Sheaves shall
be of such a type and shall have such a cable-bending radius as recommended by the cable
manufacturer to prevent damage to the cable during installation. Sheaves shall be adequately
braced to structural members for the temporary loads to be imposed so that no strain is
transmitted to the cable tray, and no damage is done to structural members, during the pulling of
the cables.
4. Use only lubricants recommended by the cable manufacturer.
5. At each termination and splice allow sufficient slack to avoid stressing the connections.
Secure the cables firmly to brackets of adequate strength and provide ground lugs, to accept
grounding tails, connected to the electrical system ground loop or bus.
6. Identify each cable at each pulling location and each end with non-metallic tag with the
following information:
a.
b.
c.
d.
Service voltage and number of phase conductors

Power source
Termination point
Feeder number
J. The maximum strain placed on the cable during the pulling-in operation shall not exceed the cable
manufacturer's recommendation. A cable dynamometer shall be used to determine the strain. Within
practical limits, the pulling process shall be continuous for each cable from the time it is started until the
cable is in its final position. The CONTRACTOR shall station men along the cable route, especially at
sheaves, to watch the installation and to halt the pulling for adjustments to cable and equipment to avoid
damage to the cable.
K. The CONTRACTOR is specifically advised to visit the site and note the conditions and interferences
of the existing facilities. Exact routing of cable tray shall be determined by the CONTRACTOR and
approved by the OWNER. All offsets, changes in elevations, bends, etc., necessary to avoid
interferences shall be included in this CONTRACTOR's bid.
L. Maintain a minimum of 12" clear workspace above any cable tray, as measured from the top of the
tray rail.
3.22 Conduit in Trenches
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A. As a general rule no conduit or cables shall be run under floor unless approved by the OWNER. All
conduits required at floor level across walkways or aisle shall be "trenched" into the floor. When
trenching is not possible, and the OWNER concurs, the CONTRACTOR shall provide a ramp.
B. Back fill and new concrete shall match existing slab loading. All conduits run in trenches shall be
identified with a conduit marking system. The conduit marking system shall consist of a properly
anchored flush marker, " in diameter with designation E, every 10 feet or minimum quantity of 2,
following the conduit path. Where multiple conduits are buried, identify edges with markers.
C. Trenches for conduit to be placed in existing concrete floor slabs, shall be cut with a concrete saw.
The trench shall be deep enough to allow a difference of elevation between the top of the conduit and the
finished slab elevation of 1". After placing a conduit, the trench shall be filled with non-shrink
concrete consisting of specially prepared metallic aggregate that when mixed with sand, cement, and
water, will expand during the settling process, eliminating shrinkage cracks at the joints. The non-shrink
concrete shall have a compressive strength of 3,000-psi minimum in 28 days or match existing slab
loading, which ever is greater. Concrete surface shall be pointed as required and troweled smooth.
D. The CONTRACTOR shall wire brush, swab, and mandrel underground ducts and conduits,
employing an iron or hard wood mandrel which is " smaller in diameter with the inside diameter of the
duct or conduit. If the ducts and conduits are found clear, and acceptable by the OWNER, the
CONTRACTOR shall proceed with the installation. If the ducts or conduits installed by this
CONTRACTOR are not found clear and acceptable, the CONTRACTOR shall, at his own expense, clear
the obstructions, or open the trenches, replace any damaged portions of the ducts or conduits, wire brush,
swab, and mandrel the ducts or conduits again - all as stated before, to the complete satisfaction of the
OWNER, and then shall proceed with the installation of the conductors or pull-wire as required.
E. Whenever work is suspended during construction, ducts and conduits shall be temporarily closed at
ends, with suitable wooden plugs, to prevent the entry of foreign material. Empty ducts and conduits
without conductors shall be suitably closed or capped at ends with tight fitting wooden plugs at ends of
ducts, and standard galvanized iron pipe caps at ends of conduits.
3.23 General Wiring (600 Volt or Less)
A. New material shall be used both in extensions to existing systems and in the installation of new or
relocated equipment.
B. All conductor wire and cable shall consist of 98 percent conductivity stranded copper, type THW,
THWN, THHN or XHHW insulation in strict accordance with the requirements of the Board of
Underwriter's and the IEEE.
C. Where home runs exceed 100 feet and where 1800 watts or more are on one 20 amp, 120 volt circuit,
No. 10 stranded wire shall be used. (5% voltage drop per NEC)
D. Wire identification tags shall be made of oil resistant material. If wrap type adhesive strips are used,
they shall be a minimum of 1-3/8" long. Sleeve type tags shall be undersized so that they will not slip off
the wire if the wire is removed from its termination point. No hand written tags.
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E. Each coil of wire shall bear a tag containing the Underwriter's approval stamp, name of manufacturer,
trade name of wire and month and year when manufactured. Wire shall be manufactured within the last
5 years. The CONTRACTOR at his own expense shall replace any conductors whose insulation shows
signs of deterioration within 1 year after final acceptance of the work.
F. Current conductors shall be sized so that the voltage drop at the furthest point of utilization shall not
exceed 2 percent for power or lighting feeders, or 3 percent for branch circuits, and a maximum of 5
percent total from source to furthest user.
1. All power conductors, including the neutral, and equipment grounding conductor of the same
circuit, shall be routed in the same raceway or cable with the intent to minimize or cancel the
electromagnetic fields created by the individual conductors and the effects of these fields.
G. Wire Size
1. Control Panel Wiring:
460vac general
120vac > 10 amp
120vac < 10 amp
PLC swing arms to terminal strip
min. size 12 AWG- 19 strand

18AWG - 19 strand
2. Field Wiring
460vac/120vac
120vac control
minimum size 12AWG

minimum size 14AWG
All wiring shall meet the minimum provisions of the latest NEC and all local codes.
H. The CONTRACTOR shall exercise great care in identifying the phases of the electrical circuits rated
at or below 600 volts. Conductors shall be identified with a visual color code, which shall be an integral
part of the outer covering. Use brown, orange, yellow, grey (neutral) and green (ground) for 277/480
through 600 volts and black, red, blue, white (neutral) and green (ground) for 120/208 volts.
CONTRACTOR shall submit for approval a wiring color code prior to the start of any installation.
1. This color code shall be extended to the panels, cabinets, outlets and junction boxes for
lighting and control systems.
2. Exception: Three bands of color vinyl tape, on black wire, can be used to identify phases
"A", "B", and "C" of feeder wiring greater than #4AWG only.
3. The CONTRACTOR shall verify if local electrical codes require unique color-coding other
than that specified above. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for adhering to all local
codes.
I. All wires shall be continuous and there shall be no splices.
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J. Conduit and wireway fill shall conform to the Ford Global Manufacturing Standards, and at no time
shall exceed 45 percent cross-sectional area fill. Use latest NEC specification for de-rating of wire.
K. No multiple conductors of the same phase shall be run in the same conduit.
L. Each 3-phase feeder shall reside in its own conduit.
M. Power DC wiring shall have the same number cables of each polarity, in each conduit, for
electromagnetic balance.
N. Wire terminations for # 4/0 wire or larger shall be copper compression (hypress type) terminals made
for heavy-duty applications. For sizes over 250 kcmil supply 2 hole lugs with extra barrel length for
double indent.
O. All outdoor underground conduits shall be heavy wall, minimum schedule 80 PVC buried 42 inches
below grade. Concrete encasement is not normally required unless the conduit is beneath a roadway
carrying truck traffic, or a railroad track. See plans and specifications for details. Where concrete
encasement is required, conduits shall be at least 1" PVC schedule 80.
P. In-plant receptacles shall be mounted in the web of columns only.
Q. A common neutral conductor in 120 volt and 277 volt circuits can be used for all building wiring with
the following exceptions:
1. The common neutral can only be used with different phase conductors, for example: Phases
A, B and C with one neutral. Under no circumstances can two circuits of the same phase share a
common neutral.
2. All computer work station circuits must have a separate neutral.
3.24 Control Wiring (600 Volt or Less)
A. All control panel connections shall be made on terminal strips. All field connections shall be made
on terminal strips in terminal boxes. No splices will be permitted.
B. All commons from all limit switches, pushbuttons and other field located devices shall be run back to
the main control panel. No daisy chaining will be permitted.
C. DC control wiring and AC power wiring shall be run in separate conduit and pull boxes.
D. Low voltage control wiring and data/communication wiring may be run exposed in bridle rings above
the bottom chord of truss and in concealed ceiling spaces only.
E. No terminations will be permitted in an FS/FD box. All terminal strips shall be permanently mounted
inside an appropriate box and not on the cover.
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3.25 Existing Control Field Wiring (600 Volt or Less)

A. When removing equipment completely, CONTRACTOR shall remove all existing field wiring, the
bus plug, and conduit from the bus plug to the control panel and from the control panel to the equipment.
This shall include all conduit and wiring back to the source. For conduit buried below the floor, the
CONTRACTOR shall pull all wire out of the conduit, cut the conduit off even with the floor and seal the
ends of the conduit with an epoxy sealer or grout. With approval, buried conduit can be reused, the
CONTRACTOR shall modify the ends of the buried conduit for terminal boxes above the floor level.
B. Where alterations and/or additions are necessary to existing control wiring, the changes and additions
shall be installed in similar manner to existing wiring, provided such existing wiring conforms to the
current electrical code.
C. Where alterations and/or additions are necessary to existing control wiring and the electrical code
enforcing authorities require that the existing wiring be changed to conform to the present day code
requirements, the CONTRACTOR shall make these changes at no additional cost to the OWNER.
D. Only those existing conduit runs related to the equipment being altered may be reused if the final path
achieved is a logical one in the estimation of the approving engineers. It is the intent of the above to
produce the shortest possible run of conduit and wiring between control panel and equipment being
wired, while preserving as much of the existing conduit and wiring as possible. That conduit and wiring
not reused shall be removed as outlined in this Section.
1. Cut conduit and all wires therein at a location that will permit installation of a terminal box
convenient for maintenance access, such as at a column, truss on existing platform, etc. Stub end
of conduit shall be removed back to nearest threaded connection.
2. Provide an approved terminal box at the point desired, equipped with OWNER approved
terminal strips of adequate size to contain a terminal set for each wire in the existing conduit.
3. Install new conduit and wire using identical color codes from terminal box to relocated
equipment. On the far side of the terminal strip, label each wire again and install as above.
3.26 Facility Equipment Control Panels
A. All facility equipment control panels and field mounted electrical devices e.g. motor starters, etc.
shall be constructed to minimize accidental contact and shock hazards to employees as required by Ford
Safety Bulletin FAS08-160, Article 6.1.2.
"Electrical components in control enclosures shall be designed to meet IP2X rated "finger safety"
for prevention of inadvertent contact with live electrical components greater than 50 volts where
possible. Where it is not possible to specify IP2X rated components, shields or covers of
nonflammable materials (e.g. Lexan polycarbonate) shall be installed for protection. If shields or
covers are used, consideration must be given for hinged access covers and/or minimally sized
access holes for instrument test probes that will still maintain the IP2X rating. This requirement
is not intended to apply to electrical distribution system components such as switchgear, buss
ducts or motor control centers. These devices are to be designed with suitable insulation or by
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location of energized components to prevent inadvertent contact. The requirements of this

paragraph are intended for new equipment purchases and are not expected to be retroactive."
B. Starters for Reduced Voltage Starting
1. All motors with nameplate rating of 125 horsepower and above, and where required by
applications with high inertial loads shall be controlled by a variable frequency drive (VFD) or
soft start. The design shall incorporate the most energy efficient solution. The starter shall be
installed in NEMA 12 enclosure complete with disconnecting device, circuit breaker or fusible
disconnect switch with current limiting fuses, and control transformer. The mounting of the
reduced voltage motor starter in a common control enclosure with other motor starters and/or
control devices, must have prior written approval of the OWNER.
2. The 460 volt, 3 phase, 60-hertz power services and 115 volt, single phase, 60-hertz control
services shall be in accordance with Ford Manufacturing Standard EX1. The 460 volt power
source shall be supplied from one master disconnect switch. If 2 or more panels are required, a
master relay shall be installed in the master panel, to disconnect the power (460 volt), for
capability of power lockout.
C. Pushbuttons and Pilot Lights
1. Pushbuttons and pilot lights shall be oil tight design. Pilot lights shall be LED transformer
type "push-to-test" 115/6V AC.
2. Pilot lights shall be provided to indicate the running or stopped condition of each circuit.
Lens colors shall be as called out in SAE HS-1738 and Ford Standard EX-1.
3. The above pilot lens color are minimum requirements. For other systems such as a paint
spray unit, robot spray unit, gas fired unit control system, etc., the lens color shall be as shown
and indicated on standard reference drawings.
D. Control Panel Fuses
1. The CONTRACTOR shall provide all fuses required. They shall be current limiting type fuses
selected to reduce downstream arc flash hazards to Class 0 as defined in NFPA 70E. Fuses shall be of
sizes and ampere ratings in accordance with use or nameplate of equipment to be protected, and shall be
in compliance with the standards of the NEC. All fuses blown or damaged during construction shall be
replaced with good new fuses of proper rating and type for the particular use, with all fuse openings
closed at completion of project.
3.27 Control Panel Short Circuit Current Rating
A. All industrial control panels shall be clearly marked with panel short circuit current rating (SCCR)
per NEC Article 409.
B. Control panels shall be designed and fabricated to meet the following minimum SCCR requirements:
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1. Panels requiring 30 amp or 60 amp service drops shall have a minimum SCCR of 10kA.
2. Panels requiring 100 amp or 200 amp service drops shall have a minimum SCCR of 20kA.
3. Panels requiring greater than 200 amp service drops shall have a minimum SCCR of 45kA.
C. The above requirements also apply to panels being re-used (but modified) at the same location or
relocated from one plant to another.
3.28 Field Located Safety Switches
A. CONTRACTOR shall verify field location of motor control centers, control panels, hydraulic pumps,
pushbuttons and remote devices with the OWNER prior to installation even though devices and
equipment are shown on the layout.
B. All safety or disconnect switches shall be fusible or non-fusible as required and of ampere rating as
shown and indicated on the drawings. They shall be heavy duty, industrial type HD, 600 volt, 3 phase, 3
pole, or as required, in NEMA 12 enclosure, with safety interlocked covers, externally operated switch,
and provision for 3 safety padlocks in the "off" position. Switch design shall conform to latest revision
of NEMA Standard KS-1, and the Ford Manufacturing Standard ES20.
C. A non-fused disconnect switch (NEMA 12 for indoor use, NEMA 4 weatherproof for outdoor use)
shall be mounted adjacent to each motor. (Exception: in paint kitchens lockout stop pushbuttons shall be
installed). The disconnect switch shall have a normally open auxiliary contact that will be used in the
motor control circuit. This disconnect switch is in addition to any other disconnect components. On
motors requiring relocation, CONTRACTOR shall install a disconnect switch, if one does not exist. The
disconnect switch shall not be used as a control device. It is intended for lockout purposes only.
3.29 Field Located Motors
B. Unless specified otherwise, all motors shall be severe duty, premium efficiency NEMA "T" frame
type with cast housings. All motors provided must comply with Ford Global Manufacturing Standard
number EM-1.
C. All motors of horsepower and larger shall be designed to operate on 3 phase, 60 hertz.
D. Motors smaller than horsepower shall be designed to operate on 115 volts, single phase, 60 hertz.
E. For motors between & one horse power alternate voltage sources (e.g. 120V supply) can be
considered if approved by the Ford Land electrical engineer for the project.
F. Motors up to 1 horsepower for portable equipment using a cord plugged into a building receptacle
shall have start-stop push buttons and proper overload protection per NEC.G. Motors 800 horsepower
and above shall be rated at 4000 volts or shall be reviewed with Ford Electrical GFF (Reference NEMA
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3.30 Field Located Pushbuttons
B. All field pushbuttons shall be mounted in a dust, moisture and airtight enclosure, with a female hub
outlet for " threaded conduit.
3.31 Field Located Lights
B. All field mounted indicating lights, beacons and etc. shall be installed at a maximum elevation of
11'-0" above the operating floor, and located near the activating device, and visible to the operating
personnel. The OWNER prior to final installation shall approve Field light locations.
3.32 Field Located Limit Switches
B. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for determining the position of and locating all limit
switches. Exact location of limit switches, to permit them to function as outlined in the related sequence
of operation, cannot be determined until production tryout. Adequate length of liquid-tight flexible
conduit or SO Cord must be provided for adjustment. The CONTRACTOR at no additional cost shall
provide any field changes in location required to obtain desired limit switch operation to the OWNER.
C. The CONTRACTOR shall provide, install and connect additional limit switches not specifically
mentioned in the Sequence of Operations or Reference Drawings, to provide for the satisfactory
operation of the equipment.
3.33 Field Located Combination Motor Starters
B. Motor starters shall be combination automatic magnetic type, rated 460 volt nominal, with heavy duty
fusible disconnect switches, minimum NEMA size 1, complete with control transformer all mounted in a
NEMA 12 enclosure. The disconnect switch shall be externally operable, with padlock provisions for
lockout in the open position, and mechanically interlocked with the cover to prevent opening when the
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switch is in the closed position. Switches rated 200 amps or less shall be horsepower rated. Fuse clips,
when required shall be sized to accommodate a 2-element Class RK5 fuse of 150 percent of the motor
full load running current. Starters shall have a 120 volt operating coil, 3 ambient temperature
compensated, thermal overload relays (electronic type with approval only) rated at 115 percent to 120
percent of FLA, with a manual internal reset. Each starter shall have an auxiliary holding contact circuit
and provisions for adding 2 auxiliary contacts.
C. Control transformer shall be rated 480 volt to 120 volt, fused secondary, minimum 50VA with
sufficient capacity to handle continuously the starter coil and such auxiliaries as indicating lights,
solenoids, etc. Fuse the primary winding as required by the NEC. Provide pilot lamp in starter. No
integral bus plug/starters will be approved.
D. Starters shall be mounted in accessible areas where they will not be damaged by plant activities, such
as material handling equipment, stock racks etc. The CONTRACTOR shall provide all support steel for
mounting.
3.34 Grounding
A. All grounding shall be in conformance with the provisions of NEC and/or the Electrical Safety code
for Ontario Hydro and any local or state codes. Provide a separate ground conductor wire in all feeder
and branch circuit conduit runs. Equipment that is subject to excessive vibration shall be securely
bonded to building steel.
B. No ground rods shall be installed for equipment unless approved in writing by the OWNER. The
main panel equipment grounding conductor shall be carried from the busway via the bus plug contact to
the machine tool panel.
3.35 Interlocks
A. When a control panel is scheduled for removal or rework, the CONTRACTOR shall verify all the
interlock wiring between the control panel and other equipment, to insure that any change to the control
panel or removal of the control panel, will not interfere with the operation of the other equipment. The
CONTRACTOR shall perform any wiring changes required to maintain the other equipment operating.
3.36 Power Factor Correction
A. Power factor/harmonic correction shall only be installed at the 480-volt substation level.
B. See power factor correction Specification Section 16050 / 263500 for requirements.
3.37 Cleaning and Touch-Up Painting
A. All conduit, fittings, hangers, and junction boxes, furnished under this Contract shall be thoroughly
cleaned of oil, scale and dirt.
B. Miscellaneous iron or steel work shall be primed and finish coated before delivery to site.
CONTRACTOR shall do touch-up painting as required.
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C. Painting under this section shall not apply to new equipment furnished by either the OWNER or the
CONTRACTOR, which had been painted by the manufacturer of this equipment (control panels, motor
control centers, lighting panels, etc.) including aluminum or galvanized conduit and conduit fittings.
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H. Occupational Safety and Health Association (OSHA)

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be advised of any equipment found to be deficient.

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TABLE 1: BUS DROP WIRE SIZE

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also follow the European Norms..

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shall be incorporated schematically in the elementary diagram.

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Service voltage and number of phase conductors

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min. size 12 AWG- 19 strand

minimum size 12AWG

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3.25 Existing Control Field Wiring (600 Volt or Less)

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location of energized components to prevent inadvertent contact. The requirements of this

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