1110 1.14 DC G 2302 Rev01 Specs Facade Access Equipment

1110-1.
14-DC-G-2302-Rev01
Final Issue – Re-issue for FDD
SPECIFICATION FOR THE DESIGN, MANUFACTURE,

INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING
OF
FAÇADE ACCESS EQUIPMENT,
LOCATED AT
PARCEL 1.14
KING ABDULLAH FINANCIAL DISTRICT
RIYADH
SAUDI ARABIA
ON BEHALF OF
RAYADAH INVESTMENT COMPANY

&
SAUDI BINLADIN GROUP
IN CONJUNCTION WITH
GENSLER
BURO HAPPOLD
BY
DUNBAR & BOARDMAN
This document and its contents are the property of the Employer and Dunbar &
Boardman. They may not be copied or reproduced in any way, in part or whole,
without prior written approval of both parties. Violations will result in legal action.
KAFD 1.14 Specification 20 April 2011 1

INDEX
Section 1 Pages 3-4 Preliminaries and Conditions of Contract
Section 2 Pages 5-6 Schedule of Builders and Electrical Work
Section 3 Page 7 Schedule of Equipment General
Section 4 Pages 8-21 Technical Specification General
Section 5 Pages 22-37 Tender Particulars
Appendix I General Technical Specification
Annex A Facade Access and Maintenance Strategy

1 PRELIMINARIES & CONDITIONS OF CONTRACT
1.1 Scope of Works
All works described herein indicate the performance requirements and design
intent only. The Cradle Contractor shall include within his tender submission for
the development and completion of the design, including all necessary liaisons
with other disciplines and statutory authorities, where applicable.
The Cradles are to be installed to the dimensions indicated on the

Architects/Consultants drawings.
The details of the Cradles to be provided are indicated in Parts 3, 4, & 5 of this
Specification. General Technical and Contract details are included in Appendix 1.
100% access is required to the relevant internal and external fenestration for
cleaning and light maintenance works, glazing replacement is to be considered
and included for future utilisation.
Any disparity between this Specification and any other contract documents or
drawings, is to be notified immediately for clarification.
1.2 The Design
The design of the new installation are detailed within the Specification, the
principals for the design is to achieve a Cradle installation in accordance with
current British Standards BSEN1808 & BS6037, and the Health & Safety
provisions contained within those standards, as well as general requirements of
the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, and all other Regulations and quality
requirements as detailed therein, where reasonably practical.
1.3 Component Life
All major components such as contactors, any relays, indicators, shall have been
type tested to a minimum of 1 million operations.
Contractor is to state the expected life of solid state components.
1.4 QUALITY AND TOLERANCES
Refer to the Tender Documentation and the relevant clauses within this
Specification.
The completed installation shall comply in all respects with the latest current
editions of the following British Standards, including the Draft Standards noted:-
BS EN-1808:1999.
Safety requirements on suspended access equipment. Design calculations,
stability criteria, construction. Tests
BS 6037-1:2003.
Code of practice for the planning, design, installation and use of permanently
installed access equipment. Suspended access equipment
BS6037-2:2004.
Code of practice for the planning, design, installation and use of permanently
installed access equipment. Travelling ladders and gantries
BS 7883: 2005.

Code of practice for the design, selection, installation, use and maintenance of
anchor devices conforming to BS EN 795
BS 8213-1: 2004.
Windows doors and rooflights. Design for safety in use and during cleaning of
windows, including door-height windows and roof windows. Code of practice
BS EN354: 2002
Personal protective equipment against falls from height. Lanyards.
BS EN355: 2002
Personal protective equipment against falls from a height. Energy absorbers
BS EN360: 2002
Personal protective equipment against falls from a height. Retractable type fall
arresters
BS EN361: 2002
Personal protective equipment against falls from a height. Full body harnesses
BS EN360: 2004
Personal protective equipment against falls from a height. General requirements
for instructions for use and for marking
BS EN ISO 14122-2:2001
Safety of machinery. Permanent means of access to machinery. Working platforms
and walkways
BS EN ISO 14122-3:2001
Safety of machinery. Permanent means of access to machinery. Stairways,
stepladders and guard-rails
BS EN ISO 14122-4:2004
Safety of machinery. Permanent means of access to machinery. Fixed ladders
BS EN ISO 1461:1999
Hot dip galvanized coatings on fabricated iron and steel articles. Specifications and
test methods
BS6472-1 (2008)
Evaluation of human exposure to vibration in buildings
BS7385 (Part 1:1990 Part 2:1993)
Evaluation and measurement of vibration in Buildings
SAEMA code of practice
BS EN 795:1997
Protection against falls from height – Anchor devices – Requirements and testing.
The following regulations also apply:-
Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER 98)

The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER 98)
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
Work at Height Regulations 2005
The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2007
As well as all the requirements as applicable in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

2 BUILDERS AND ASSOCIATED ELECTRICAL WORK REQUIREMENTS
2.1 Specimen Outline Schedule of Building and Electrical Works to be provided

by the Main Contractor (MC), to the Cradle Contractor (CC).
The following works shall consist of the formation and construction of new roof or
wall fixing units for cradle track mounting, steel beams/reinforcement as
necessary, in accordance with the recommendations defined by British Standard
BS EN1808 and BS 6037-1 and other standards scheduled in this specification.
a) Calculations with regard to the building (MC)
b) The formation of each track fixing plinth/upstand, with safe access as

required to comply with the Health & Safety at Work Act, 1974 (MC)
c) Extra costs, due to Surveyor’s fees or special requirements of government

departments, local authorities, insurance companies or other bodies or
officials (MC)
The work in this section is to be provided by the Cradle Contractor or his Sub-
contractor and is to be included within the tender price, unless noted otherwise.
2.2 Attendances
Attendances as set out in the Preliminaries including:
Storage and accommodation. (MC)
Temporary Lighting and Power. (MC)
Scaffold as required for the Cradle Contractors preferred method of discharging

the works. All scaffolding used is to be in compliance with the requirements of the
Health & Safety at Work Act and any other Regulations or Statutory requirements
that apply. (CC)
2.3 Electrical
2.3.1 External Roof Socket Outlets
All electrical socket outlet units as indicated on the track drawing. Sockets to be
weatherproof units of 3 Phase and Neutral, 380/415 Volts, nominal 32 Amp with
30mA RCD protection and interlock. to be confirmed on the Cradle Contractors
drawings. (MC)
Provide 110 volts power supply and temporary lighting for use during installation.
(MC)
Provide 380 volts, 3-phase, 4-wire, 50-Hertz permanent electrical power for testing
and commissioning of the access equipment. (MC)
The socket shall derive its supply from the main power supply distribution from the
roof plant area and safe guarded as appropriate to ensure its failure does not lead
to the failure of another component. (MC)
All socket outlet units to be supplied by the Cradle contractor and fitted by the
electrical contractor. (MC)
All in accordance with BS EN1808 : 1999 and BS6037-1 : 2003.

2.4 Steelwork
Supply and fix all external/internal steelwork, finish galvanised in accordance with
BS 1460: 1991. (CC)
Cradle contractor to supply, for casting in/fixing by Main Contractor all stainless
steel roof fixings as per the tendered design and as shown on the general
arrangement/layout drawings in accordance with BS EN1808 :1999.
(CC)
Supply and fix all internal steelwork and support brackets, finish Galvanised, with
final colour to be agreed with the Design Team. (CC)
All stainless steel, mild steel and galvanised components, to be protected from
electrolytic corrosion with suitable insulation material.
All steelwork design to be in accordance with BSEN 1808: 1999 and associated
standard documents.
Cradle Contractor to provide required suitable anchors to the approval of the

Structural Access Consultant. (CC)
2.5 Installation
Provide suitable dry, locked, heated and illuminated storage area, protected from
theft and damage, for materials, tools and clothing. (CC)
Provide mess rooms, sanitary accommodation and welfare facilities. (MC)
From the off loading position up to the roofs, provide reinforcement of pavements
and floors, making suitable access and tracking, and cranage for handling
equipment into final position on site, where necessary. (MC)

3 Scope of Works, Schedule of Equipment
See Annex A – Facade Access and Maintenance Strategy
3.1 Roof Level

Comprising 1 No. fully powered and fully counterweighted trolley with integral
cradle and a track system to be installed on main roof perimeter, to enable access
to vertical areas of the façade within reach of the machine. The main roof machine
is to be sized to give access to the main glazing and curtain walling elevations
including any external features, inset glazing and curtain walling.
The external steelwork support systems will be from UB/UC rolled steel sections
galvanised in accordance with BS 1460: 1991.
3.2 Level 47 Plant Room

Comprising 1 N° fully powered and fully counterweighted BMU system with integral
cradle to be installed on the Level 47 Plant room, to enable access to the areas of
the sloping facade beyond the reach of the Roof Level machine. The machine is to
be sized to give access to the sloping glazing and vertical curtain walling
elevations.
The steelwork support systems will be from UB/UC rolled steel sections galvanised
in accordance with BS 1460: 1991.

elevations.

elevations.

4 INFORMATION FOR APPROVAL, NOTICES & TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATION
4.1.1 Roof Level Trolley.
No 1 – Roof Mounted system.
The reach of the trolleys and cradles shall be such that all facades and areas of
the building can be accessed for cleaning and maintenance purposes.
Power sockets and receptacles with interlock and RCD protection shall be
provided by the Cradle equipment supplier, and fitted by the Electrical Contractor
in the agreed locations. These locations shall be detailed on the roof plan.
4.1.2 Tracks – Roof Level.
181m long approximately
Stool fixings are to be supplied and fixed to the structural steel by the Main
Contractor, which are to be tied back to the structural reinforcement/frame. These
fixings are to adequately hold the trolley when it is loaded with 125% of its design
load. These loads, both negative (download) and positive (uplift) if applicable, are
to be agreed with the Structural Engineer.
The twin tracks are to be designed to take the loads imposed by the trolley with a
gauge of 2.0 m centres (TBC) and fixings every 2.5m approximately as designed.
The track system will also be required to incorporate a parking lift or similar to
allow the BMU to park below the roof level when not in use.
The fixings are to be of a suitable grade of galvanised steel or stainless steel and
these and the stool brackets are to be fitted with lock nuts or ‘nyloc’ type locking
nuts. Insulation against electrolytic corrosion should be provided as necessary
where stainless steel and mild steel or galvanised items are in contact. The mild
steel content of the unit is to be declared on the design in accordance with the
SAFed LG3 future examination requirements.
All the track fixings are to be numbered with a weather proof marking and detailed
on the track drawings, which are to be included within the O&M manuals. The
numbers are to be sequential throughout the total installation and not be repeated
on each system.
The tracks are to be manufactured from UB/UC, or equivalent, rolled steel

sections, and to have a galvanised finish, the bends are to be preformed. On site
modification is to be kept to a minimum with a galvanising repair procedure to be
agreed with the Main Contractor.
Suitably designed end stops are to be fitted to each track end and securely
fastened.
The track systems are also to include any limit trip ramps, guarding, web and top
flange location as required by the design.
4.1.3 BMU – Roof Level.
The BMU shall be of the fully power operated type, for body raising, slewing and
telescoping or luffing with a single jib format.

The cradle boom shall slew at the head and the jib shall telescope or luff to allow
full access reach to the relevant glazed areas, and retract to minimise the machine
profile on the roof when parked.
The drive motors shall be manufactured to IP65 rating and braked in accordance
with the requirements of BSEN 1808: 1999. The machine drive will need to
incorporate a ‘rack and pinion’ drive system to allow negotiation of the sloped
cross-over track section.
4-point suspension/hoisting units shall be fitted.
The drum shall be suitable for 4-wire suspension and a device shall be fitted
internally to lay the wires on to the drum. A secondary overspeed safety device
shall be incorporated to protect against gearbox failure.
The controller shall be housed within an IP65 rated cabinet on or within the trolley
unit and it shall be suitably ventilated to prevent condensation. The trolley and
cabinet doors shall be fitted with restraining straps at the top and bottom to prevent
damage in windy conditions, with suitable warning signage. If these doors are over
1m sq they shall be fitted in sections. A roller shutter is preferred.
The BMU unit is required to have the facility for socket restraint – with automatic
cut out at the agreed level of restraint on and around the building façade.
All circuits shall be designed to fail safe, and adequate overload protection shall be
fitted including phase failure and thermal motor protection.
The BMU shall be painted with one coat primer and two topcoats to a RAL colour
as agreed with the Architect, over a suitable anti-corrosion coating, giving the
required life of the equipment – nominally at 25 years.
The BMU shall be fully counterbalanced to reduce or negate the uplift loads on the
base to a minimum in accordance with current regulations, and shall be designed
in accordance with BSEN 1808: 1999 for ‘in service’ and ‘out of service’ wind
loading conditions to the approval of the Access Consultant.
Consideration of BS6472 Vibration in Buildings is required – curve 2 applies.
‘Storm’ Locks shall be fitted and applied in the parking positon.
Signage in accordance with BSEN 1808: 1999 Clause 13 shall be applied as

directed.
A serial number and manufacturers ID plate is to be provided with details of the

WLL and the number of persons. The CE marking may be incorporated in this
item.
A facility for easily lowering the cradle manually to the ground in an emergency
shall be included, with suitable instruction displayed adjacent to the winch unit.
Glazing Replacement
Consideration shall be given for the replacement of fenestration glazed panels

during and after the construction period for external glazed facades, a capacity of
500kg (300kg glass/curtain walling screen panel, 200kg frame, winch and wire
rope) is to be allowed – generally comprising dedicated lifting points provided on
the roof trolley.

4.1.4 CRADLE – Roof Level.
The trolley shall be supplied with 1 N° 2-man with a 250kg WLL dedicated cradle.
The cradle is to be nominally 2.5m long and of steel or aluminium construction,

fully clad to a height of 1100mm.
An overload device shall be fitted, that will inhibit the hoist facility until the condition
is removed.
Dedicated safety harness attachment points are to be fitted together with large
blue and white harness wearing notices.
The cradle controls are to include the trolley controls so that the trolley can be
traversed from the cradle when at the top limit only. Jib head controls are
acceptable, subject to correct reach from the cradle.
Footholds are to be provided in the cradle structure for ease of access.
A safety trip bar shall be fitted which should stop the cradle when coming into
contact with any obstacle but allow movement away from the object. Top and final
limits are also to be fitted.
The cradle shall be fitted with two levels of hard low profile white rubber buffers to
both sides and ends to prevent damage to the glazing walls, balconies etc.
The cradle shall have a solid non-slip floor with drainage holes.
The cradle unit is to be provided with restraint ‘guns’ fully interlocked to the trolley
hoist and traverse at a minimum of one level around the building perimeter. The
restraint ‘guns’ are to be retained permanently within the cradle unit and fixed to
storage clips when not in use.
Means of communication shall be agreed, preferably site intercom units with the
Building Manager’s reception.
A hand held anemometer shall be provided with each cradle. Instructions shall be
incorporated in the O&M Manual on its use and the cradles are not to be operated
when the wind exceeds 12.5 m/s, the m/s maximum (unrestrained) or 20 m/s max
(restrained).
The cradle shall be painted to a colour agreed by the Architect.
A weatherproof cover shall be provided for the cradle, colour to be agreed by the
Architect.

directed.

WLL and the number of persons. The CE marking and Notified Body reference
may be incorporated into this item.
4.2.1 Level 47 Plant Room Trolley.
No 1 – Plant Room Mounted system.

The reach of the trolley and cradle shall be such that all facades and areas of the
building can be accessed for cleaning and maintenance purposes.
4.2.2 Tracks – Level 47 Plant Room.
on each system.

fastened.
4.2.3 BMU – Level 47 Plant Room.
The BMU shall be of the fully power operated type, for slewing and telescoping
and/or articulating with a single jib format.
The cradle boom shall slew at the head and the jib shall telescope and/or articulate
to allow full access reach to the relevant glazed areas, and retract to minimise the
machine footprint in the plant room when parked.


directed.

item.
Glazing Replacement

the roof trolley.
4.2.4 CRADLE – Level 47 Plant Room.

is removed.

(restrained).

directed.


on each system.

fastened.


directed.

item.
Glazing Replacement

the roof trolley.

is removed.

(restrained).

directed.


on each system.

fastened.


directed.

item.
Glazing Replacement

the roof trolley.

is removed.

(restrained).

directed.

4.5 Cradle Restraint – sockets/pins.
Due to the hoist height around the building perimeter exceeding 40 metres, cradle
restraint fixings are required as directed by BSEN 1808: 1999. The level and type
of building fixed units are to be agreed with the Architect. The cradles will have the
mating parts to these units and the trolleys will be provided with the control
systems to interlock the use during hoisting and traversing and actual detail agreed
with the Architect and the Cladding Contractor.
4.6 Safety harness Line systems and eyebolts
Recognised and CE marked Safety Harness line systems will be required to

ensure safe access to the roof louvers and the entrance canopy. These may be
supplemented by provision of suitable eyebolt units correctly installed, marked and
tested in accordance with current standards. The design, positioning and
weathering of the structural post and anchor fixings for the harness line system is
to be coordinated with the Architect.
Where possible the option of fall restraint, where the principle is to prevent the
operative from being physically able to get to the fall hazard, is preferable.
However where this is not possible, fall arrest, where the principle is to prevent
impact with the ground or next nearest equivalent, is to be considered. This
method will keep the operative suspended until rescue procedures have been
carried out.
Areas identified for access provisions:-
Roof Louvers
Entrance Canopy
Facade fin soffits low level.
4.7 Safety harness trolley units.
CE marked and tested safety harness trolley units – 2 pairs are required for
operation on the trolley tracks to be installed at the main roof level, to provide safe
access around the track systems.

These units should be transferable and easily portable, with a failsafe locking
arrangement and harness attachment.
The trolleys should be identified and provided with individual serial numbers in
accordance with BSEN 1808: 1999.
4.8 External Roof Socket Outlets

All electrical socket outlet units as indicated on the track drawing. The sockets are
to be weatherproof units of a 3 Phase and Neutral, 380/415 Volts, nominal 32 Amp
type with 30mA RCD protection and interlock. To be confirmed on the Cradle
Contractors drawings.
(MC)
to the failure of another component.
electrical contractor.
4.9.1 It is the Building Management’s responsibility to ensure that the SAFed LG3
inspections and annual weight tests are continued and that copies of the future
insurance inspection reports are kept onsite and issued to the maintenance
contractor.
4.9.2 The window cleaners should be trained on an annual basis, normally by the
Maintenance Company and issued with signed certificates with a recommendation
or incorporating a photograph. Photo ID also to be retained by Site Security to
ensure fully trained and authorised persons only have use of this equipment.
4.9.3 Risk Assessment for the maintenance and operation of the equipment should be
provided by the maintenance contractor together with a schedule of safety critical
items for inspection and testing and is retained in the O&M Manual on site.
4.9.4 The following paperwork is recommended and should be retained on site for future
reference and record purposes:
 Equipment handbook.
 Maintenance log book/card – recommendation.
 Training and photo ID record of window cleaners – recommendation to
Building Management.
 “Men Working Overhead” and “Cradle Out of Service” signage should be
provided if the maintenance company do not carry their own.
 Provision of PPE where agreed and necessary.
 Relevant Test Certification – Cradle Maintenance Company and Insurance
Representatives report.

4.10 The Supplier shall provide:
a) Method Statement and Risk Assessment of operation for all of the

equipment
b) Operating and Maintenance manuals of the equipment including

wiring/hydraulic diagrams.
c) Encased wiring/hydraulic diagrams.
d) Training of the window cleaners on the operation of the equipment.
e) 1 Year maintenance contract during warranty period.
f) Additional 4-year comprehensive maintenance contract and warranty period.
4.11 The Building Owner shall provide two-way radios to the operatives for use
within the cradle.

5.0 TENDER PARTICULARS
The Cradle Contractor should note that if at the time of evaluation of his Tender all
technical and other details within this document have NOT been completed, this will cause
his offer to be invalidated.
Tenderer ....................
The Cradle Contractor MUST submit the following information for each BMU at the time of
tender.
Technical and Construction Details of Equipment
The tenderer shall provide the following information.
ROOF SYSTEM
BMU
Type
Cradle WLL
Gauge/Footprint (m)
Reach forward of front track (m)
Counterweight (Kg)
Counterweight Offset behind rear track
Type of Jib
Nº of Telescope Extensions
Luffing Mechanism Type (if applicable)
Glazing Replacement Capacity (Kg)
Lifting Height
BMU Weight.
Protective Finishes
Cradle
Cradle Type
Cradle Size
Cradle Construction Material
Floor

Hoist Speed (m/min)
Communication
Anti Collision Devices
Facade Protection Details
CE Marking
Restraint Type
Suspension Wires
Number and diameter (mm)
Tensile Strength
Wire rope Construction and Lay
Finish
Number of layers on Drum
Breaking force per rope
Hoisting Drum
Drum type
Height Capacity
Hoisting Drive
Type of drive
Power
N° of motors drive
Motor type
Motor brake type
Motor class/type
Hoist Speed (m/min)
Brake System
Primary
Secondary

Power Supply
Voltage and Rating
Control system type
Control Voltage
Busbar /Reeling Drum
Electric cable length
IP Rating
Body Raise
Type of drive
Motor type
Manufacturer
N° of motors
Motor power (kW)
Traversing speed (m/min)
Body Slew
Type of drive
Motor type
Manufacturer
N° of motors
Motor power (kW)
Jib Head Slewing speed (m/min)
Jib
Type of drive
Motor type
Manufacturer
N° of motors
Motor power (kW)
Jib Head Extension speed (m/min)

Jib Head
Type of drive
Motor type
Manufacturer
N° of motors
Motor power (kW)
Restraint Device
Restraint type
Type of lanyard
Length
Fixing distance
Horizontal
Suction restrainers’
Track
Track Length : (m)
Corners : (pc.)
Points : (pc.)
End-Stops : (sets)
Track Gauge (m)
Track Profile
Material & Grade
Type of finish
Maximum track support distance
Type of holding down bolt
Material
Diameter of bolt
Type of bend

LEVEL 47 PLANTROOM SYSTEM
BMU
Type
Cradle WLL
Gauge/Footprint (m)
Counterweight (Kg)
Type of Jib
Lifting Height
BMU Weight.
Protective Finishes
Cradle
Cradle Type
Cradle Size
Floor
Hoist Speed (m/min)
Communication
CE Marking
Restraint Type
Suspension Wires

Tensile Strength
Finish
Hoisting Drum
Drum type
Height Capacity
Hoisting Drive
Type of drive
Power
N° of motors drive
Motor type
Motor brake type
Motor class/type
Hoist Speed (m/min)
Brake System
Primary
Secondary
Power Supply
Voltage and Rating
Control system type
Control Voltage
IP Rating
Body Slew

Type of drive
Motor type
Manufacturer
N° of motors
Motor power (kW)
Jib
Type of drive
Motor type
Manufacturer
N° of motors
Motor power (kW)
Jib Articulation
Type of drive
Motor type
Manufacturer
N° of motors
Motor power (kW)
Jib Head
Type of drive
Motor type
Manufacturer
N° of motors
Motor power (kW)
Restraint Device
Restraint type
Type of lanyard

Length
Fixing distance
Horizontal
Track
Track Length : (m)
Corners : (pc.)
Points : (pc.)
End-Stops : (sets)
Track Gauge (m)
Track Profile
Material & Grade
Type of finish
Material
Diameter of bolt
Type of bend
BMU
Type
Cradle WLL
Gauge/Footprint (m)
Counterweight (Kg)
Type of Jib

Lifting Height
BMU Weight.
Protective Finishes
Cradle
Cradle Type
Cradle Size
Floor
Hoist Speed (m/min)
Communication
CE Marking
Restraint Type
Suspension Wires
Tensile Strength
Finish
Hoisting Drum
Drum type
Height Capacity
Hoisting Drive
Type of drive

Power
N° of motors drive
Motor type
Motor brake type
Motor class/type
Hoist Speed (m/min)
Brake System
Primary
Secondary
Power Supply
Voltage and Rating
Control system type
Control Voltage
IP Rating
Body Slew
Type of drive
Motor type
Manufacturer
N° of motors
Motor power (kW)
Jib
Type of drive
Motor type
Manufacturer
N° of motors

Motor power (kW)
Jib Articulation
Type of drive
Motor type
Manufacturer
N° of motors
Motor power (kW)
Jib Head
Type of drive
Motor type
Manufacturer
N° of motors
Motor power (kW)
Restraint Device
Restraint type
Type of lanyard
Length
Fixing distance
Horizontal
Track
Track Length : (m)
Corners : (pc.)
Points : (pc.)
End-Stops : (sets)
Track Gauge (m)
Track Profile

Material & Grade
Type of finish
Material
Diameter of bolt
Type of bend
BMU
Type
Cradle WLL
Gauge/Footprint (m)
Counterweight (Kg)
Type of Jib
Lifting Height
BMU Weight.
Protective Finishes
Cradle
Cradle Type
Cradle Size
Floor
Hoist Speed (m/min)

Communication
CE Marking
Restraint Type
Suspension Wires
Tensile Strength
Finish
Hoisting Drum
Drum type
Height Capacity
Hoisting Drive
Type of drive
Power
N° of motors drive
Motor type
Motor brake type
Motor class/type
Hoist Speed (m/min)
Brake System
Primary
Secondary
Power Supply

Voltage and Rating
Control system type
Control Voltage
IP Rating
Body Slew
Type of drive
Motor type
Manufacturer
N° of motors
Motor power (kW)
Jib
Type of drive
Motor type
Manufacturer
N° of motors
Motor power (kW)
Jib Articulation
Type of drive
Motor type
Manufacturer
N° of motors
Motor power (kW)
Jib Head

Type of drive
Motor type
Manufacturer
N° of motors
Motor power (kW)
Restraint Device
Restraint type
Type of lanyard
Length
Fixing distance
Horizontal
Track
Track Length : (m)
Corners : (pc.)
Points : (pc.)
End-Stops : (sets)
Track Gauge (m)
Track Profile
Material & Grade
Type of finish
Material
Diameter of bolt
Type of bend

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Premises where a similar installation may be viewed and performance characteristics given in
this specification can be checked.
Forecast of life of the installation based on anticipated usage.
This schedule must be completed in every particular, signed and dated and returned with the
tender. Any deviations from the specification and any other information relevant to the tender
shall be set out by the BU contractor on a separate sheet as an additional Schedule of
Particulars.
NAME OF TENDERER
ADDRESS
SIGNATURE
NAME DATE

Appendix 1
KAFD Specification Rev 01 20 April 2011 1

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION FOR THE DESIGN, MANUFACTURE,
INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING
OF
FAÇADE ACCESS EQUIPMENT,

EXTERNAL MAIN ROOF,
LOCATED AT
VARIOUS PLOTS WITHIN THE

KING ABDULLAH FINANCIAL DISTRICT
RIYADH
SAUDI ARABIA
ON BEHALF OF
RAYADAH INVESTMENT COMPANY

&
SAUDI BINLADIN GROUP
IN CONJUNCTION WITH
RTKL
BURO HAPPOLD
BY
DUNBAR & BOARDMAN
This document and its contents are the property of the Employer and Dunbar &
Boardman. They may not be copied or reproduced in any way, in part or whole,
without prior written approval of both parties. Violations will result in legal action.

INDEX
Section 1 Pages 4-9 Preliminaries and Conditions of Contract
Section 2 Pages 10-11 Schedule of Equipment General
Section 3 Pages 12-16 Technical Specification General
Section 4 Pages 17-20 Commissioning and Acceptance
Section 5 Pages 21-23 Maintenance

PRELIMINARIES AND CONDITIONS OF CONTRACT
SECTION 1

1 PRELIMINARIES & CONDITIONS OF CONTRACT
1.1 Drawings, Specification, Orders and other Particulars
This Specification shall be read in conjunction with the Architects/Consultants and

Access Consultant’s Drawings, Schedules, Specification and Contract
Documentation being construed as a whole, and the Cradle Contractor shall carry
out such work accordingly.
The Cradle Contractor will be held responsible for the works embodied therein and
shall take all necessary particulars and provide, at his own expense, all other
necessary work and detailed drawings of equipment specified or to be supplied
herein, copies of which must first be submitted for approval before the work is put
into hand. Other drawings to be provided by the Cradle Contractor are set out in
Section 6.
The Cradle Contractor shall be responsible for any drawings, Specification, orders
or other particulars supplied by him and for any discrepancies, errors or omissions
in it.
1.2 Equipment and Materials
The Specification for this part of the works includes for the installation of the
Cradles and Gantries detailed in 1.1 to be manufactured, supplied and installed
and all of the work necessary, all in accordance with the Sections of this
Specification, whether specifically mentioned, inferred or otherwise, together with
the remedying of defects during the Maintenance period, as provided herein.
The Cradle Contractor shall base his tender on the materials and manufacturers
(where indicated) as detailed in Section 4 of the Specification. Where materials
and manufacturers have not been specified, the materials shall be of the highest
possible grades of their respective kinds and shall conform, where relevant, to the
British Standard for such materials.
The Client’s Representative must approve all unspecified materials proposed for
use by the Cradle Contractor.
1.3 Maintenance Period
The Maintenance Period for the Cradle shall commence at the date of Practical
Completion of the building and shall be for a period of 12 months thereafter.
If prior to PC the cradle be required by the Main Contractor then the Main
Contractor shall make due allowance including maintenance and
repairs/replacement as required by the Consultant.
If, during the Maintenance Period, any defects or faults develop which are due to
faulty materials, workmanship or design of components, then the Contractor shall
replace these at his own expense.
The Cradle Contractor shall include for giving full instructions as to the running and
operation of the Cradle to the Employers appointed staff at or before the handover
period.

1.4 Abbreviations
The following abbreviations have been used:
BS British Standards Specification

BSI British Standards Institute
mm millimetres
m metres
kg kilograms
kN kilo Newtons
N° Number
1.5 Drawings & Dimensions
Wherever dimensions are marked on drawings or described, such dimensions are

to be considered as correct. However, in the case of discrepancy between
drawings and any existing site measurement, this shall be referred to the Access
Consultant whose decision will be final.
1.6 Trade Names
Where in the specification a particular firm or product is specified, the Cradle

Contractor must use such firm or product. Where in the specification a choice of
more than one firm or product is allowed for any particular item, then the Cradle
Contractor must use the particular firm or product upon which he has based his
prices.
If the Specification allows an equivalent to a named product or firm, then the

Cradle Contractor, if he elects to supply or use the equivalent, will be required to
confirm that a full stock of relevant spares will be readily and promptly available at
his local branch or depot. These must be made available to the Employer’s
maintaining contractor throughout the anticipated life of the installation, as
declared in the summary of Technical and Constructional Details (7.1).
If the Cradle Contractor wishes to substitute an alternative firm or product, he must

submit a written request to the Access Consultant enclosing samples and
indicating the financial effect of his proposed change.
The Cradle Contractor will not be allowed to proceed with any substitution, until
samples are approved, financial adjustment has been agreed and the written
approval of the Access Consultant has been given.
1.7 Work Covered Up
The Cradle Contractor must give due notice to the Access Consultant when any
work or materials are intended to be covered up. In default thereof, the work shall
be uncovered at the Contractor’s expense.
1.8 Site Inspection
The Cradle Contractor shall be deemed to have satisfied himself as to the local
conditions with regard to accessibility of the site, the full extent and nature of the
works, the supply of and conditions affecting labour, messing, toilets, carriage,
cartage, unloading, tools, accommodations, scaffolding, hoisting, cranage, ladders,
and anything which may influence his tender for carrying out the works.

1.9 Off Site Inspection
The Access Consultant may undertake inspection of the materials prior to dispatch
to site from the factory and should overseas travel be involved, the Cradle
Contractor shall include the travel and subsistence costs.
All materials shall be identified with the contract number and name and shall be
presented in a fully accessible and well illuminated area.
The Main Contractor shall provide and display in the appropriate position, all
necessary signs in accordance with the Ministry of Transport system of advance
warning signs, as required by the Policy Authority and the responsible Highway
Authority. Include for all costs and charges for complying with all other regulations
and directions, including obtaining Police permission for any road closure, cranes
etc., and all associated costs.
1.10 Staff Instruction
Allow for demonstrating and instructing the operating and emergency procedures
relating to the running of the Cradle installation to Employer’s appointed staff.
Furnish certificates of competence to the staff who have received such instruction
together with an encapsulated photograph.
1.11 Sustainability
The Cradle Contractor is to make themselves aware of the sustainability issues

associated with this project and make the necessary provisions to comply with all
such matters.
1.12 Substances Hazardous to Health
The Cradle Contractor shall identify all substances that will be incorporated into
the completed works and which could pose a health risk if improperly used or
disposed of.
On an existing installation, prior to dismantling any equipment or structural
alternation, he shall identify as far as reasonably possible, all such substances that
will be retained in the completed works. Furthermore, he shall identify, as far as
reasonably possible, all substances which will be removed from site and which
could prove a health risk if improperly disposed of.
The identified substances shall be listed in a schedule suitable for incorporation

into the Health & Safety plan and submitted to the Access Consultant.
At all times the current edition of the “Control of Substances Hazardous to Health”
Regulations shall be fully complied with.
1.13 Building Drawings
Architectural/structural and M&E drawings are available relating to the building

areas relevant to Cradle systems. The Cradle Contractor will, therefore, be
expected to interpret this information correctly and shall visit the site and ascertain
for himself the nature and extent of the works and the conditions under which they
are to be executed.
No claim by the Cradle Contractor for additional payment will be allowed, on the
grounds that he did not or could not foresee any matter, which may in fact affect or
have affected the execution of the works.

The Cradle Contractor will be responsible for providing general arrangement and
setting out and construction drawings for the cradle, as part of the project detailed
within the Specification, as well as any additional drawings required for any
authorised bodies.
1.14 Construction Materials
The equipment, where applicable, will be pre-fabricated and manufactured off site
in minimum number of sections, then reassembled on site at the roof.
The components will include both electrical and mechanical elements, which have
been designed and manufactured to ensure reliable performance and minimise or
eliminate risks.
Where applicable - The removal of any combustible or hazardous material will

require the necessary Health & Safety precautions.
All new materials and components utilised on the installations are to be properly
designed and manufactured to suit their purpose and capable of providing reliable
operation throughout their service life. Where materials are detailed in the
Specification, then the Contractor will utilise these or approved equivalent
alternatives.
Redundant materials will become the property of the Contractor to dispose of in a

responsible manner and taking due regard of current legislation and codes. These
are to be removed from site expeditiously and accumulations of rubbish/debris will
not be permissible, except in designated storage areas and only then if properly
bagged. All new materials are to be delivered as required or stored in the
approved storage areas.
1.15 Testing
The Cradle Contractor is responsible for providing all test weights and relevant
equipment, which shall have been subject to annual calibration testing and tools
for carrying out the testing and commissioning of the installation to the satisfaction
of the Access Consultant.
The Access Consultant shall be given a minimum of five full working days notice
by the Cradle Contractor of his intention to offer the installation for acceptance
tests and this shall be confirmed in writing.
The Cradle Contractor shall be responsible for all the tests to ensure the proper
functions and operations of the lift under this Contract. Before the equipment is
accepted and put into service, the equipment shall, under the supervision of the
Access Consultant, pass all the tests detailed within this clause or as required by
the Access Consultant during commissioning.
a) 10% and 25% overload test (dynamic) 50% overload test (static).
b) Motor current and speed tests.
c) Electrical insulation resistance to earth test, and earth loop impedance test.
d) Earth continuity resistance test.
e) Full load, full speed safety brake test where applicable.
f) Overload test (electrical).

g) RCD electrical protective device tests.
h) Electrical protective device tests.
i) Levelling device tests.
The Cradle Contractor shall also carry out any other tests required by the Access
Consultant in order to prove that the equipment complies with the contract
documents, codes and regulations covering equipment supplied under this sub-
contract.
The 25% overload test is to ensure that the equipment installed has ample safety
margin above the rated load incorporated in the design and to observe deflections
under load.
During the test, the equipment should not overheat, spark excessively, become
noisy or operate in a faulty manner.
All the tests shall be carried out in the presence of the Access Consultant and the
results shall be signed and recorded in a tabulated form for easy checking and
reference.

SCHEDULE OF EQUIPMENT
SECTION 2

2 The Cradle Contractor is to allow and identify separately for the following
additional requirements:-
2.1 Beneficial use of the equipment to assist the Main Contractor in the execution of
his façade works during the agreed construction period.
Refurbishment of the main external Cradle at the end of this period or the supply
or temporary units should also be allowed for.
2.2 Costs are to be identified for the Cradle Contractors rapid response (under 2
hours) to breakdowns or machine movement as required by the Main Contractor
2.3 Costs are to be identified for the Cradle Contractors operatives to be supplied on
standby as requested by the Main Contractor
2.4 The installation is to fully comply with all the latest BS specifications including
BSEN 1808: 1999, BS6037-1: 2003, BS6037-2 : 2004
The Regulations of PUWER & LOLER shall be fully complied with as well as all the
requirements of The Health and Safety of Work Act including CDM.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
SECTION 3

3 INFORMATION FOR APPROVAL, NOTICES & TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
3.1 Information for Approval and Notices
The Cradle Contractor must take all necessary dimensions on site during the
progress of the works.
Before commencing work, 2 copies of the following working drawings shall be

submitted for approval of the Access Consultant.
Item Description
a) General arrangement and builders work details.
b) General dimensioned track and power supply requirements layout and

section drawing for each area of access equipment.
c) Trolley and cradle design drawings.
d) Drawings of auxiliary items such as restraint sockets etc.
After approval 6 copies of each shall be submitted for use during the duration of
the Contract. Electronic copies shall also be provided in Auto Cad 2000 format or
equal as advised.
The information shall be complete in all respects and will include confirmation of
power supply requirements for the 3-phase supplies.
Any additional requirements for ancillary equipment, such as communications or

diagnostics, shall be fully detailed with all information on cabling and terminations.
On completion of the work, the Cradle Contractor shall provide in the trolley and
O&M manuals a “straight line” and “as wired” set of wiring diagrams of all electrical
apparatus of the access equipment as actually wired and fitted and showing the
arrangement and markings of all connections. These diagrams shall be plastic
encapsulated or equivalent finish to approval.
Similarly, nomenclature detailing all symbols and forms of identification used on

the equipment drawings or circuit diagrams applicable to the equipment,
encapsulated in plastic of equivalent to approval, shall be provided with the circuit
diagrams.
3.2 Notices
All danger, warning or advisory notices required by LOLER, PUWER or as

required by BSEN 1808 or BS 6037-1, which are applicable to this Contract, shall
be provided by the Cradle Contractor. They shall comply in all respects with the
requirements of British Standards
Weatherproof Self-adhesive notices will be accepted where necessary.
3.3 Hand Winding/Emergency rescue Notice
The Cradle Contractor shall provide diagrammatic and worded site specific hand-
winding instructions mounted in an appropriate and prominent position within the
Trolley body or Cradle structure where they can easily be read when carrying out
emergency hand-winding operations. The notice shall be in Arabic and English,
clear and legible.

3.4 Notices (Special travel or restrictions)
On the trolley, gantry or cradle unit as necessary provide notices warning

maintenance personnel of any travel, slewing or descent restrictions. The
wording, in Arabic and English, is to be approved by the Access Consultant.
3.5 Notices (Electrical)
Provide and fix an Electric Shock notice, in accordance with the current Electricity
at Work Act, adjacent to the machinery in the garage areas.
All switches, inclusive of the main switch fuse, are to have a permanently fixed
label identifying their use.
3.6 Cradle Restraint – sockets/pins.
Due to the hoist height around the building perimeter exceeding 40 metres, cradle
restraint fixings are required as directed by BSEN 1808: 1999. The level and type
of building fixed units are to be agreed with the Cladding Contractor and
coordinated with the Architect. The cradles will have the mating parts to these units
and the trolleys will be provided with the control systems to interlock the use during
hoisting and traversing.
3.7 Safety harness Line systems and eyebolts
Recognised and CE marked Safety Harness line systems may be required to

ensure safe access to raised roof areas. These may be supplemented by provision
of suitable eyebolt units correctly installed, marked and tested in accordance with
current standards. The design, positioning and weathering of the structural post
and anchor fixings for the harness line system is to be coordinated with the
Architect.
3.8 Safety harness trolley units.
CE marked and tested safety harness trolley units – 2 pairs are required for
operation on the trolley tracks to be installed at the main roof level, to provide safe
access around the track systems.
These units should be transferable and easily portable, with a failsafe locking
arrangement and harness attachment.
The trolleys should be identified and provided with individual serial numbers in
accordance with BSEN 1808: 1999.
3.9 Glazing Replacement
Consideration and proposals shall be given for the replacement of fenestration

glazed panels after the construction period for both external facades – generally
comprising dedicated lifting points provided on the main roof trolley.

3.10 External Roof Socket Outlets
All electrical socket outlet units as indicated on the track drawing. Sockets to be
weatherproof units of 3 Phase and Neutral, 400/415 Volts, nominal 32 Amp with
30mA RCD protection and interlock. to be confirmed on the Cradle Contractors
drawings.
(MC)
to the failure of another component.
electrical contractor.
3.11 Testing – PPE Eyebolts.
 The eyebolt installation has statutory requirement for test and inspection at
least every 12 months and should include a visual inspection for wear
defects and corrosion.
 The anchors should be tested to a 5kN load (static), which is to be
maintained for a minimum of 15 seconds.
 The fixing medium should also be inspected after the static test for signs of
cracking or failure.
 The eyebolt units should be marked advising the safe working load and test
date.
 Test certificates should be issued in line with BS EN795 and BS 7883,
copies of which should be retained on site for future reference.
3.12 Client’s Responsibilities
 The eyebolt installation has statutory requirement for test and inspection at
least every 12 months and should include a visual inspection for wear and
defects and corrosion.
 The eyebolt installation will also require inspection by the Insurance
Engineer where applicable.
3.12.1 It is the Building Management’s responsibility to ensure that the SAFed LG3
inspections and annual weight tests are continued and that copies of the future
insurance inspection reports are kept onsite and issued to the maintenance
contractor.
3.12.2 The window cleaners should be trained on an annual basis, normally by the
Maintenance Company and issued with signed certificates with a recommendation
or incorporating a photograph. Photo ID also to be retained by Site Security to
ensure fully trained and authorised persons only have use of this equipment.
3.12.3 Risk Assessment for the maintenance and operation of the equipment should be
provided by the maintenance contractor together with a schedule of safety critical
items for inspection and testing and is retained in the O&M Manual on site.

3.12.4 The following paperwork is recommended and should be retained on site for future
reference and record purposes:
 Equipment handbook.
 Maintenance log book/card – recommendation.
 Training and photo ID record of window cleaners – recommendation to
Building Management.
 “Men Working Overhead” and “Cradle Out of Service” signage should be
provided if the maintenance company do not carry their own.
 Provision of PPE where agreed and necessary.
 Relevant Test Certification – Cradle Maintenance Company and Insurance
Representatives report.
3.13 The Supplier shall provide:
a) Method Statement and Risk Assessment of operation for all of the

equipment
b) Operating and Maintenance manuals of the equipment including

wiring/hydraulic diagrams.
c) Encased wiring/hydraulic diagrams.
d) Training of the window cleaners on the operation of the equipment.
e) 1 Year maintenance contract during warranty period.
f) Additional 4-year comprehensive maintenance contract and warranty

period.
3.14 The Building Owner shall provide two-way radios to the operatives for use
within the cradle.

COMMISSIONING, ACCEPTANCE PROCEDURE AND SERVICE
MANUALS
SECTION 4

4.1 Commissioning and Acceptance Procedure - Cleaning Cradle
The Contractor shall allow for the Access Consultant to inspect the cradle/trolley in
the works prior to delivery to site.
The Contractor shall be required to fully test the whole works after completion of
installation and to provide instruments and personnel to fully commission the project
to the satisfaction of the Access Consultant.
Commissioning shall include trial operation of all parts for fine adjustment, lubrication
and the like by the Contractor to ensure that the works are properly commissioned.
The Contractor shall be responsible for all the tests to ensure the proper function
and operation of the equipment under this Contract.
Before the cleaning cradle is accepted and put into service the equipment shall,
under the supervision of the Access Consultant, satisfactorily pass the tests detailed
within this Clause or as required by the Contract Administrator during
commissioning.
The Contractor shall also carry out any other tests required by the Access
Consultant in order to prove that the equipment complies with the contract
documents, codes and regulations covering equipment supplied under this
Specification.
All tests shall be carried out in the presence of the Access Consultant and the
results shall be signed and recorded in a tabulated form for easy checking and
reference.
The Contractor shall provide all necessary tools and instruments, to enable these
tests to be carried out.
The equipment will display the CE marking and Notified Body reference on
completion.
4.2 Maintenance Manuals
The Contractor shall be aware that Employer will not accept handover of any item of
plant without having approved maintenance manuals in their possession.
Three copies of the maintenance manual are to be provided at the date of handover
and shall comprise the following.
Documents
a) A full written general description of the equipment as installed identifying its

main operational features.
b) Nomenclature detailing all symbols and forms of identification used on the

equipment, drawings or circuit diagrams applicable to the installation.
c) Fully descriptive list of components which it is anticipated may require

regular or routine replacement due to "fair wear and tear". The minimum
information provided shall ensure that ordering of replacement components
can be achieved.
d) Full details of routine maintenance required throughout the life of the

machine including all clearance acceptable tolerances.

e) Supply full details in electronic format on suitable CD media to current
software releases.
Test Certificates
a) Three copies of the site test certificates in respect of the tests carried out at
the time of commissioning of the equipment. These are to be fully completed
and signed by a qualified person authorised by the Contractor.
b) The certificate shall be identified with the description of the equipment.
c) Factory quality and conformity certificates.
d) CE Certificate of Conformity.
Drawings
a) Full set of drawings which shall incorporate any and all amendments which
have been carried out prior to the equipment being accepted by the Contract
Administrators.
b) Complete set "as fitted" drawings in respect of the completed installation.
c) Complete set of builders work and general arrangement drawings including

general arrangement and builders work.
Maintenance Contract and Inspection Reports
a) This section shall be provided for the future retention of maintenance

reports and the maintenance contract documents.
Health & Safety File
a) The Contractor shall provide all necessary site records, Health & Safety
Policy, COSHH Statements, Risk Assessments etc. to the approval of the
Planning Supervisor for incorporation into the Health & Safety File by the
Principal Contractor.
4.3 Handover Procedure
The Contractor shall provide a handover package at the handing over of the Works.
The package shall include:
a) Maintenance Manuals in electronic format.
b) Maintenance Service call-out telephone numbers for normal and out of hours
calls including the hours of working and the Planned Maintenance procedure
documents.
c) Method statement of Safe Working Procedures for maintenance.
Before offering the equipment for acceptance, the Cradle Contractor shall ensure
that works identified during the witness tests as remedial items have been
completed to his satisfaction and the Operating and Maintenance Manuals with
relevant certification are available.

If the handover is delayed because remedial items are outstanding, the Defects
Liability Period commencement will be deferred until the items have been
completed to the Access Consultant’s satisfaction.
Prior to, or during handover, the Cradle Contractor shall provide on site training to
the Employer/Employers representatives, comprising practical instruction and
demonstration of emergency release, handwinding operation, which are safe to be
carried out by non-access equipment Access Consultants. This will also include
instruction on procedures for calling Cradle Contractor if the release is either
unsuccessful or deemed unsafe for the Employer/Employers representative to
carry out.
At handover, the Cradle Contractor shall provide for the Employer’s use the
following:-
a) 3 sets of keys for each key switch on the installation.
b) A typed document encapsulated in plastic giving full details of the Cradle

Contractor’s local and national emergency breakdown and call out
procedure inclusive of phone numbers.
c) Certificates of personnel trained in emergency release procedure.
4.4 Training
The Contractor shall train the window cleaners in the safe use of the equipment and
provide a certificate with a photograph provided by the operative attached.
These certificates are to be kept by the Building Operator to ensure trained persons
only are permitted to use and operate the equipment.
4.5 Warranties & Guarantees
Each manual shall retain copies of the manufacturer’s or supplier’s guarantees or

warranties on products as described in the Preliminaries Section of this document.

MAINTENANCE
SECTION 5

5 COMPREHENSIVE FORM OF CONTRACT
5.1 Maintenance
The Contractor shall provide a price for the Comprehensive Form of maintenance
contract. Samples of the schedule of planned maintenance and record cards are
also to be included with the tender. At commencement of the defects liability period
these shall be in place with the Client and completed at each visit.
For the duration of the "Defects Liability Period" the Contractor shall provide a
maintenance and repair service in full compliance with the Comprehensive Form of
Contract.
Comprehensive Form of Contract
Excluded from the Contractor's responsibility on maintenance are:
a) Decorative finishes.
b) Any modification to the equipment carried out by others during the term of the
Contract, whether mechanical or electrical.
c) Failure of the equipment due to mis-use as these repairs will be chargeable

as an extra to the contract.
Included in the Contractor's responsibility will be the provision of all labour and
material for the correct adjustment repair and/or replacement where conditions
warrant, of all other component parts of the cleaning access installation not
specifically excluded.
a) Provision of all cleaning material and correct lubricants to equipment

manufacturer's specifications for the correct maintenance of the access
equipment. No stocks of lubricating oil or lubricants of an inflammable nature
will be allowed to be retained on site at any time.
b) 'Out of service' indicator notices shall be provided whenever the equipment is

removed from service for either maintenance or repair.
All inspections in compliance with the SAFed Recommendations as amended from

time to time are to be carried out when they fall due and copies of the certificates
provided to the Employer’s Representative.
Under this contract SAFed LG3 supplementary tests 2.2, 2.2.1 & 2.2.2 shall be
every year. 2.3.2. 2.3.4, 2.3.5 & 2.3.6 every 5 years. 2.3.7 every 4 years.
a) Gear box, pulleys and motors.
b) Safety brake and ropes.
c) Track fixings.
d) All electrical and safety circuits.
e) Overload devices.
Following each inspection, a report is to be forwarded to the Employer’s

Representative within one calendar month. All reports shall:

a) Relate to one inspection of the Cradle.
b) State clearly the work done and adjustments made.
c) Certify that the Cradle is or is not in a satisfactory safe and serviceable

condition.
d) Give details of attendance to any breakdowns during the period since the
date of the preceding inspection report.
The Cradle Contractor shall include for giving full instructions as to the running and
operation of the Cradles to the Employer’s appointed staff.
The Cradle Contractor shall arrange to be present at the same time as the
Insurance Inspector and fully operate the equipment so that a Thorough
Examination can be carried out.
The Comprehensive Contract shall include for operational guarantees by the

Cradle Contractor to the Employer for:
i) Response times to breakdowns not exceeding:
½ hour - at any time when persons are trapped within the cradle
2 hours – during normal office hours) where no trapping has occurred
3 hours – outside normal office hours)
ii) Guarantees against failure. This will be a maximum number of:
4 failures per Cradle, per annum maximum.
iii) Financial penalty of 1% per failure above the guarantee rate of the units
annual premium. This rate will be operational after the 12 months warranty
period.
iv) Repair and replacement component availability to be stated, including an

agreed schedule of “down” time.
v) Maintenance during agreed periods as determined by the Employer’s

requirements.

King Abdullah Financial District ‐ Plot 1.14 Facade Access and Maintenance Strategy
Dunbar & Boardman

Facade Access and Maintenance Strategy
Gensler Architects
King Abdullah Financial District

Plot 1.14
DUNBAR & BOARDMAN

Lifts, Escalators and Access Equipment
3rd Floor,91‐93 Great Eastern Street,
London, EC2A 3HZ
T 020 7739 5093
F 020 7739 5403
Dunbar & Boardman – Date December 2010 Rev 03 Page 1

Contents:‐
1.0 Introduction
2.0 Executive Summary
3.0 Schedule of Equipment
4.0 Equipment Summary
5.0 Cradle Loadings on the Facade
6.0 Cleaning Overview for Proposed Systems
7.0 Additional Information
8.0 Standards
03 December 2010 Notes on Facade Fin Soffits added BB

02 August 2010 Additional Photo’s of Parapet Machine added BB
01 July 2010 Corrections & Update of Drawings BB
00 June 2010 Interim Design Development Issue BB
Revision Date Reason of Issue Issue By

1.0 Introduction Level 30 Plant Room.

Tracked Trolley and Cradle unit.
It is proposed that 1 No. fully powered and fully counterweighted medium reach (c13m max tbc.)
Plot 1.14 is primarily a commercial office space rising 52 stories above ground level with supporting retail articulating and telescoping jib trolley with powered functions to traversing and slewing body, with cradle
area connecting to the Financial Plaza and Skywalk network. Major plant levels are located at boom slewing to allow correct reach to the fenestration. Jib head controls are provided to allow correct
approximately 1/3 points in the building height. positioning of the cradle and jib at high level and provide correct interlocks during hoisting within the
limits of the cradle restraint.
The building displays an axial relationship with the Financial Plaza with an inclined glazed ‘cliff’ addressing
the Plaza and three ‘veiled’ facades featuring a saw‐tooth plan and copper coloured, vertical metal fins,. The internal track systems will be from UB/UC rolled steel sections hot dip galvanised in accordance with
The fins act to provide solar and visual protection and form directional views from the floors to key BS1460:1991. Running inside the plant room, the track system is envisaged as fixed to structural plant
landmarks in Riyadh. room slab, weathered into the slab finishes. Gauge would be nominal 2 metre with 2‐3m spans as
designed, to suit the perimeter design.
The building has a very efficient and rational plan general arrangement, but presents externally a
sculptural form on the skyline of the KAFD master plan. This is achieved by rounding of the building Level 13 Plant Room.
corners and chamfering of the main building lines at roof line and street level. The uppermost floors areas Tracked Trolley and Cradle unit.
are stepped and incorporate landscaped terraces. The building has a strong and clearly legible aesthetic,
identified by the primary façade treatment of vertical natural metal fins. It is proposed that 1 No. fully powered and fully counterweighted medium reach (c8m max tbc.)
articulating and telescoping jib trolley with powered functions to traversing and slewing body, with cradle
boom slewing to allow correct reach to the fenestration. Jib head controls are provided to allow correct
2.0 Executive Summary positioning of the cradle and jib at high level and provide correct interlocks during hoisting within the
Roof Level (Level 53).
Tracked Parapet Trolley and Cradle unit. The internal track systems will be from UB/UC rolled steel sections galvanised in accordance with
BS1460:1991. Running inside the plant room, the track system is envisaged as fixed to structural plant
It is proposed that 1 No. fully powered and fully counterweighted short reach (circa 7.5m max tbc.) luffing room slab, weathered into the slab finishes. Gauge would be nominal 2 metre with 2‐3m spans as
jib trolley with powered functions to traversing and slewing body, with cradle boom slewing to allow designed, to suit the perimeter design.
correct reach to the fenestration. Jib head controls are provided to allow correct positioning of the cradle
and jib at high level and provide correct interlocks during hoisting within the limits of the cradle restraint. Plaza Level
The external track systems will be from CHS, SHS or UB/UC rolled steel sections hot dip galvanised in It is envisaged that the low level areas and sky bridges will be accessed using Mobile Elevated Work
accordance with BS1460:1991. Running in a vertical configuration below the parapet edge. Platforms (MEWPs). To access the stepped area a machine with a minimum working height of 25m, this
level of reach will be sufficient to cover other parts of the plaza level.
Level 47 Plant Room.
Tracked Trolley and Cradle unit. Roof Fins
It is envisage that the access to the roof fins will be via a rail type fall arrest or fall restraint system for
It is proposed that 1 No. fully powered and fully counterweighted medium reach (c14.5m max tbc.)
articulating and telescoping jib trolley with powered functions to traversing and slewing body, with cradle cleaning and accessing the fins.
Facade Fin Soffits
positioning of the cradle and jib at high level and provide correct interlocks during hoisting within the
A rope access point will be required in the low level fin soffits to both sides of the building which are
beyond the reach of the MEWP.
The internal track systems will be from UB/UC rolled steel sections hot dip galvanised in accordance with
BS1460:1991. Running inside the plant room, the track system is envisaged as fixed to structural plant
Internal Areas
room slab, weathered into the slab finishes. Gauge would be nominal 2 metre with 2‐3m spans as
designed, to suit the perimeter design.
It is envisaged that the internal areas can be reached using a variety of access equipment predominantly
Genie type aerial work platforms, although the lifts have the capacity for scissor lifts to be utilised. A
further alternative is for temporary Aluminium Scaffold Towers to be erected locally as required.

3.0 SCHEDULE OF EQUIPMENT

Roof Level (Level 53).
Tracked Parapet Trolley and Cradle unit.
It is proposed that 1 No. fully powered and fully counterweighted short reach (circa 7.5m max tbc.) luffing
jib trolley with powered functions to traversing and slewing body, with cradle boom slewing to allow
correct reach to the fenestration. Jib head controls are provided to allow correct positioning of the cradle
and jib at high level and provide correct interlocks during hoisting within the limits of the cradle restraint.
Due to the building height of around 254 metres mullion guides incorporated into the glazing mullions to
guide the cradle for the full hoist height subject to design. The inclined glazing between grid lines E and J
would benefit from the mullion guide option benefit which allows full control of the cradle orientation
during the full hoist height. In areas where drops from one cradle position to the next exceed the
permissible unrestrained drop of 20m (Grids D 1‐3). It will be necessary to provide a ‘soft‐rope’ restraint
option which allows adjustment of the cradle position relative to the facade whilst still restraining the
suspension wires from excessive movement. This area is subject to design attention.
In one position it will be necessary to consider offset Mullion guides to locate the cradle (Grids E A‐B) if
mullion guides are selected.
The trolley jib reach and slewing cradle boom will be sized to achieve correct access to the building
fenestration including recessed/inset areas.
The luffing jib will allow fine positioning of the cradle relative to the working face.
The cradle movement will be protected by a lower limit trip bar. The cradle will be a 2‐man unit sized at 3
metres long or to suit the glazing module dimension.
The cradle shape may require consideration with reference to the inset/raised profile glazing design.
The trolley drive will also require particular attention in design to achieve the sloping track traverse
requirement. Four wheel drive may be possible if the slope allows alternatively a rack and pinion positive
location system could be required with suitable secondary brake arrangements to prevent runaway down
the sloping track system. A further alternative would be a winched system with buffer and secondary
brake back up.
Due to the high‐rise building height consideration should be given to the provision of emergency
descent units supplied within the cradle to avoid abseil rescue in the event of an emergency preventing
the cradle from being raised or manually lowered. At this height the emergency services may not be
able to reach a high level cradle breakdown.
At the bottom of the saw tooth where it meets the inset glazing, the inset glazing continues up to the floor
above behind the saw tooth profile leaving a triangular chimney area 2600mm x 1200mm of varying
heights.
It is proposed that fixings will provided at the top of each area for the attachment of a Boson’s Chair for
cleaning these areas.

Tracks.
The external track systems will be from CHS, SHS or UB/UC rolled steel sections galvanised in accordance
with BS1460:1991. Running in a vertical configuration below the parapet edge.
Where structural fixings are to be “covered up” consideration should be given to future inspections as
required by SAFed LG3 guidance.
The vertically opposed twin tracks are to be designed to take the loads imposed by the trolley. This layout
will require clearance in and around any sloping roof finishes to allow the equipment freedom of
movement without clashing with roof construction.
The proposed option is a perimeter mounted twin track system which allows the machine to traverse
around the extent of the building facade with the jib reach sized to suit the distance to the facade faces.
This option requires a shorter reach jib machine. The track system is envisaged as fixed to structural
parapet frames, weathered into the roof finishes. Gauge would be nominal 1.5 – 2 metre with 2‐3m spans
as designed, to suit the sloped perimeter design.
Power distribution would normally be via weatherproof and correctly rated power socket outlets fixed to
and spaced around the track system which is connected by a power cable paid out from a reeling drum on
the trolley unit. It is necessary to return to roof level at intervals to change over the power supply position
to allow continued progress. An alternative could be a ‘bus‐bar’ type of system subject to design and
consideration of local temperature and environmental conditions – sand/dust ingress etc.
Also consideration will need to be given to a walkway adjacent to the high level track to provide access for
inspection, changes of power supply points and water changes.
A garage area along gridline A could be provided to give protection from the elements and ensure
longevity of the equipment at this point. The trolley and cradle unit will be slewed 180 degrees from its
working position parallel to the track run, jib luffed down for parking/out of service condition this removes
the trolley unit from the building sight line.

Track with support

(example)
Track with brackets mounted

to the support
Support mounted
to the wall
Cradle
563
Balancer (slewing)
Detail of the undercarriage with the
1179
1000
track
630
Luffing jib
5000
Winch house
(slewing) Luffing cylinder
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King Abdullah Financial District - Plot 1.14

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Project
Drg Nº
Client
Title
91-93 Great Eastern Street
Rack and pinion system London EC2A 3HZ

T +44 (0)20 7739 5093
for the climbing machine

F +44 (0)20 7739 5403
www.dunbarboardman.com
[email protected]
FOR INFORMATION
ONLY

Level 47 Plant Room. Tracks.

The internal track systems will be from UB/UC rolled steel sections galvanised in accordance with
It is proposed that 1 No. fully powered and fully counterweighted medium reach (c14.5m max tbc.) BS1460:1991. Running inside the plant room. The track system is envisaged as fixed to structural plant
articulating and telescoping jib trolley with powered functions to traversing and slewing body, with cradle room slab, weathered into the slab finishes. Gauge would be nominal 2 metre with 2‐3m spans as
boom slewing to allow correct reach to the fenestration. Jib head controls are provided to allow correct designed, to suit the perimeter design. The twin tracks are to be designed to take the loads imposed by
positioning of the cradle and jib at high level and provide correct interlocks during hoisting within the the trolley.
Due to the building height reached from the plant room around 218 metres mullion guides incorporated required by SAFed LG3 guidance.
into the glazing mullions to guide the cradle for the full hoist height subject to design. The inclined glazing
benefit from the mullion guide option which allows full control of the cradle orientation during the full This layout will require clearance in and around any localised plant to allow the equipment freedom of
hoist height. In areas where drops from one cradle position to the next exceed the permissible movement without clashing with roof construction.
unrestrained drop of 20m (Grids D 1‐3). It will be necessary to provide a ‘soft‐rope’ restraint option which
allows adjustment of the cradle position relative to the facade whilst still restraining the suspension wires The trolley and cradle unit will be slewed parallel to the track run, jib telescoped in and the articulation
from excessive movement. This area is subject to design attention. folded back on itself for parking/out of service condition this removes the trolley unit inside the plant
room column line. Bi‐folding plant doors would protect the BMU and plant when the machine is not in use.
The trolley jib reach and slewing cradle boom will be sized to achieve correct access to the building Typical Holding Down Unit
fenestration including recessed/inset areas. In Situ Slab
Partial Section
Nyloc Nut M20 Stainless Steel UB or UC Section Track
The cradle movement will be protected by a lower limit trip bar. The cradle will be a 2‐man unit sized at Plain Washer M20 Stainless Steel
3.0 metres long or to suit the glazing module dimension, and may be provided with an extending Isolator Washer M20 Nylon
10mm Max Shimming for Levelling
Track Ear Galv.
/counterweighted facility to allow reach to under hang or negative inclined/sloping facade areas. The Sealing Plate Galv. Mastic seal around HD Bolts
cradle shape may require consideration with reference to the saw tooth facade design.
Exposed
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Min.
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Lead Cap (to BS 1174 Code 4)
150 Min.
Ø20 U Bolt Stainless Steel
Particular care and consideration is required as the machine will need to be deployed between the Ensure isolation between dissimilar
metals particularly where Galvanising
(Zinc) and Stainless Steel meet.
structural columns through bi‐folding doors in the external facade of the plant room level.
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F4 35 kN
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London EC2A 3HZ
T +44 (0)20 7739 5093
F +44 (0)20 7739 5403
[email protected]
FOR INFORMATION ONLY

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room slab, weathered into the slab finishes. Gauge would be nominal 2 metre with 2‐3m spans as
It is proposed that 1 No. fully powered and fully counterweighted medium reach (c13m max tbc.) designed, to suit the perimeter design. The twin tracks are to be designed to take the loads imposed by
articulating and telescoping jib trolley with powered functions to traversing and slewing body, with cradle the trolley.
positioning of the cradle and jib at high level and provide correct interlocks during hoisting within the Where structural fixings are to be “covered up” consideration should be given to future inspections as
limits of the cradle restraint. required by SAFed LG3 guidance.
Due to the building height reached from the plant room around 138 metres mullion guides incorporated This layout will require clearance in and around any localised plant to allow the equipment freedom of
into the glazing mullions to guide the cradle for the full hoist height subject to design. The inclined glazing movement without clashing with roof construction.
benefit from the mullion guide option which allows full control of the cradle orientation during the full
hoist height. In areas where drops from one cradle position to the next exceed the permissible The trolley and cradle unit will be slewed parallel to the track run, jib telescoped in and the articulation
unrestrained drop of 20m (Grids D 1‐3). It will be necessary to provide a ‘soft‐rope’ restraint option which folded back on itself for parking/out of service condition this removes the trolley unit inside the plant
allows adjustment of the cradle position relative to the facade whilst still restraining the suspension wires room column line. Bi‐folding plant doors would protect the BMU and plant when the machine is not in use.
from excessive movement. This area is subject to design attention.
Typical Holding Down Unit
In Situ Slab
The trolley jib reach and slewing cradle boom will be sized to achieve correct access to the building Partial Section
fenestration including recessed/inset areas.
Plain Washer M20 Stainless Steel
Isolator Washer M20 Nylon
The cradle movement will be protected by a lower limit trip bar. The cradle will be a 2‐man unit sized at Track Ear Galv.
Sealing Plate Galv. Mastic seal around HD Bolts
3.0 metres long or to suit the glazing module dimension. The cradle shape may require consideration with
Exposed
Min.
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150 Min.
Ø20 U Bolt Stainless Steel Ensure isolation between dissimilar
Particular care and consideration is required as the machine will need to be deployed between the (Zinc) and Stainless Steel meet.
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F1 47 kN
F2 54 kN
F4 47 kN
Project
Drg Nº
Client
Title
London EC2A 3HZ
T +44 (0)20 7739 5093
F +44 (0)20 7739 5403
[email protected]

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It is proposed that 1 No. fully powered and fully counterweighted medium reach (c8m max tbc.) BS1460:1991. Running inside the plant room, the track system is envisaged as fixed to structural plant
articulating and telescoping jib trolley with powered functions to traversing and slewing body, with cradle room slab, weathered into the slab finishes. Gauge would be nominal 2 metre with 2‐3m spans as
boom slewing to allow correct reach to the fenestration. Jib head controls are provided to allow correct designed, to suit the perimeter design. The twin tracks are to be designed to take the loads imposed by
positioning of the cradle and jib at high level and provide correct interlocks during hoisting within the the trolley.
Due to the building height reached from the plant room around 66 metres mullion guides incorporated required by SAFed LG3 guidance.
into the glazing mullions to guide the cradle for the full hoist height subject to design. The inclined glazing
benefit from the mullion guide option which allows full control of the cradle orientation during the full This layout will require clearance in and around any localised plant to allow the equipment freedom of
hoist height. In areas where drops from one cradle position to the next exceed the permissible movement without clashing with roof construction.
unrestrained drop of 20m (Grids D 1‐3). It will be necessary to provide a ‘soft‐rope’ restraint option which
allows adjustment of the cradle position relative to the facade whilst still restraining the suspension wires The trolley and cradle unit will be slewed parallel to the track run, jib telescoped in and the articulation
from excessive movement. This area is subject to design attention. folded back on itself for parking/out of service condition this removes the trolley unit inside the plant
room column line. Bi‐folding plant doors would protect the BMU and plant when the machine is not in use.
The trolley jib reach and slewing cradle boom will be sized to achieve correct access to the building
Typical Holding Down Unit
fenestration including recessed/inset areas. In Situ Slab
Partial Section
The cradle movement will be protected by a lower limit trip bar. The cradle will be a 2‐man unit sized at Plain Washer M20 Stainless Steel
3.0 metres long or to suit the glazing module dimension, and may be provided with an Isolator Washer M20 Nylon
Track Ear Galv.
extending/counterweighted facility to allow reach to under hang or negative inclined/sloping facade areas. Sealing Plate Galv. Mastic seal around HD Bolts
The cradle shape may require consideration with reference to the inset/raised profile glazing design.
Exposed
Min.
60
Lead Cap (to BS 1174 Code 4)
150 Min.
Ø20 U Bolt Stainless Steel
Particular care and consideration is required as the machine will need to be deployed between the Ensure isolation between dissimilar
(Zinc) and Stainless Steel meet.
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F2 48 kN
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Project
Drg Nº
Client
Title
London EC2A 3HZ
T +44 (0)20 7739 5093
F +44 (0)20 7739 5403
[email protected]

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External Low Level Mobile Elevated Work Platform Internal Low Level Mobile Elevated Work Platform
It is proposed that the low level areas and the under hung area adjacent to grid line XX are served by and It is proposed that the restaurant glazed areas will need to be cleaned externally.
accessed from a Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP).
It is possible to utilize a scissor type Mobile Elevated Work (MEWP) this would run on the terraced area
The minimum required reach of such a machine would need to be in the region of 27 metres. between the BMU track and the Restaurant base.
A variety of manufacturers offer these products as either a drivable self propelled unit or a spyder type The minimum required reach of such a machine would need to be in the region of 9 metres.
machine.
A variety of manufacturers offer these products as either a drivable self propelled unit.
The self propelled booms are generally heavier with the advantage of quicker operation as they do not
need to deploy out riggers from their travel position before they can start work, the advantage of the Machine Weights
Spyder type machine is a lower weight and greatly reduced surface pressure.
Typically a Genie GS‐3246 weighs:‐ 2,796 kgs
Machine Weights
Surface Loads/ Bearing Pressures
Typically a Genie Z‐135/70 weighs:‐ 20,693 kgs
Typically a Genie GS‐3246 will have:‐
Typically a Teupen Leo 36T weighs:‐ 4,800 kgs a tire contact pressure of:‐ 1799 kPa (kN/m²)
Surface Loads/ Bearing Pressures and a stated occupied floor pressure of:‐ 11.5 kPa (kN/m²)
Typically a Genie Z‐135/70 will have a tire contact pressure of:‐ 896 kPa (kN/m²) the stated maximum tyre load is 1183 kgs
and a stated occupied floor pressure of:‐ 9.76 kPa (kN/m²)
Note: Floor loading information is approximate. It should be used only with adequate factors of Safety
Typically a Teupen Leo 36T will have a Working Pressure of :‐ 2.4 kPa (kN/m²)
and a Travelling pressure of:‐ 64 kPa (kN/m²) This machine will fit into the service/fire service lift which has a stated capacity of 3000 Kgs and a car size
of 1500mm wide x 2800mm deep x 2800m high.
Note Floor loading information is approximate. It should be used only with adequate factors of Safety
Alternatively consideration can be given to an Aluminium Scaffold towers, theses would have a reduced
Internal Mobile Elevated Work Platform loading on the slab but they would take substantially longer to erect and strike adding to the duration of
the cleaning cycle.
A one‐man mobile elevated work platform or MEWP, should be considered to access internal glazing and
lighting for maintenance and access etc Roof Fins
The MEWP should be of the Aerial Work platform – Genie type AWPS or IWPS for one man operation, or It is envisage that the access to the roof fins will be via a rail type fall arrest or fall restraint system for
similar specifications. cleaning and accessing the fins.
Machine Weights A UniRail or Latchway type system can be incorporated into every third fin to allow safe access to the fins
below. The system provides a continuous attachment where a fall hazard exists via a free running
Typically a Genie AWP‐40S weighs:‐ 513 kgs attachment carriage. The system can be used, as a fall arrest system for two users.
Surface Loads/ Bearing Pressures Facade Fin Soffits
Maximum Genie AWP‐40S Outrigger load:‐ 181 kgs A rope access point will be required in the low level fin soffits to both sides of the building which are
Wheel load:‐ 213 kgs beyond the reach of the MEWP, these point will be reached by an integral ladder in the internal fin face
and will require two independent suspension points in accordance with BS EN 7883:2005
Note Floor loading information is approximate. It should be used only with adequate factors of Safety






4.0 Equipment Summary

Assumed Frequency
Area Scope Proposed system Comment Item
of Access
Full Height Glazed Facades Medium reach luffing type BMU BMU Loads in the region of 7.5T BMU
Roof Level Facade Varies 8‐12 Weeks
BMU from 254m Maximum Reach 7m Retracting platform along grid line A to allow for BMU Nominally 181m twin parapet
down to 220m Solid Facades parking. mounted track.
Operates within perimeter roof zone of 2.5m
12+ Weeks
Track gauge nominal 2000mm Co‐ordinate interface of suspended platform with Parking System
Track follows inclined parapet around the perimeter of the building supported on the high level facade serrated saw tooth facade to optimise performance.
structure Consideration of a Bosons chair for accessing the Power Distribution
Position of BMU parking and storage along gridline A to be confirmed triangular recesses behind the saw tooth profile where it 3 Phase and Neutral, 380
Operating height and location demands the system incorporates facade restraints at 11 levels to meets the low level glazing. Volts, nominal 32 Amp with
control and restrain the suspended platform. 30mA RCD protection
Partial Height Glazed Facades Telescoping and slewing jib long reach type BMU BMU Loads in the region of 13.5T BMU
Level 47 Facade 8‐12 Weeks
Plant Room. approximately Maximum Reach 14m Co‐ordinate interface of suspended platform with Nominally 6.5m twin track
208m Solid Facades serrated saw tooth facade to optimise performance. Parking System
Operates within the confines of the 47th floor plant area
12+ Weeks
Track gauge minimum 2000mm Power Distribution
Track sits inboard of the structural columns at the plant slab edge 3 Phase and Neutral, 380
Operating height and location demands the system incorporates facade restraints at 10 levels to Volts, nominal 32 Amp with
control and restrain the suspended platform. 30mA RCD protection
Part Height Glazed Facades Telescoping and slewing jib long reach type BMU BMU Loads in the region of 16T BMU
Level 30 Facade 8‐12 Weeks
Plant Room. approximately Maximum Reach 13m Co‐ordinate interface of suspended platform with Nominally 9m twin track
140m Solid Facades serrated saw tooth facade to optimise performance. Parking System
Operates within the confines of the 30th floor plant area
12+ Weeks
Operating height and location demands the system incorporates facade restraints at 3 levels to control Volts, nominal 32 Amp with
and restrain the suspended platform. 30mA RCD protection
Level 13 Part Height Glazed Facades Telescoping and slewing jib long reach type BMU BMU Loads in the region of 10.5T BMU
Plant Room. Facade 8‐12 Weeks
approximately Maximum Reach 6.5m Co‐ordinate interface of suspended platform with mullion Nominally 36m twin track
57m Solid Facades guides to control the cradle on the negatively inclined Parking System
Operates within the confines of the 13th floor plant area sections of the facade to optimise performance.
12+ Weeks
Operating height and location demands the system incorporates facade restraints at 3 levels to control Volts, nominal 32 Amp with
and restrain the suspended platform. 30mA RCD protection
Plaza Level Glazed Facades MEWP for lower levels generally. MEWP Loads in the region of 4.8T to 21T depending on
8‐12 Weeks Type
28m reach.
Solid Facades Surface load in standard work position: approx. 2.4 kN/m2
to 9.76 kN/m2
12+ Weeks
Internal Internal Areas As required MEWP for internal areas generally. Genie AWP‐40S or similar MEWP weight in the region of 513Kgs depending on Type
Areas Generally
Optionally a Scissor Lift or temporary Aluminium Scaffolding can be employed where necessary. Maximum Genie AWP‐40S
Outrigger load:‐ 181 kgs
Wheel load:‐ 213 kgs

5.0 Cradle Loadings on the Façade Typical Restraint Socket
81,95
Consideration needs to be given to the loading on the restraint points. A restraint loading of 1.0kN 46,22
31,49
R1,2
maximum per side (2.0kN total) can generally be taken that as a point load occurring at the restraint 27
1
positions. This is the load that the restraints have to resist due to ‘in‐service’ wind conditions (wind suction
Ø12,66
Ø15,08
Ø15,12
Ø12,7
14,35
Ø20
if soft link, both suction and pressure if solid).
30 11,68
30 14,56 2,39 35
In practice with the soft buffering there is normally no risk of damage to the façade, however the smaller,
harder rubber buffers favored by some BMU manufacturers can scuff or dent if not supplemented with RESTRAINT PIN RESTRAINT SOCKET
(STAINLESS STEEL)
rollers or wheels.
‘Out of service’ wind loads do not apply as unit should not be used under these conditions. SUSPENDED
WIRE ROPE
In Service Wind Loads ‐ from BS EN 1808 6.3.3 RESTRAINT

PIN
RESTRAINT
LANYARD
“All Suspended Access Equipment intended to be used outside with personnel and materials on board
shall be regarded as being effected by wind at a pressure in accordance with table 6”
Based on a cradle length of 3.0m and two operatives in the cradle, the cradle will potentially apply the
M20 NUT
following loads to the facade:‐ WITH WASHER
Non guided Platform 1.125 kN/m²
Restrained Platform 2.055 kN/m² Typical Mullion Guide

50
42
4,5
2
This figure is based on the calculation from BS EN 1808 comprised of :‐
20
64
56
4,5
Wind Loading applied to the cradle (From table 6)
22
4
Non guided Platform 125N/m² 5
Restrained Platform 250N/m²
Ø37
This acts on an exposed area of 3.7m².
This comprises of 3.0m x 1.0m for the cradle and 0.35m² (x2) for each person standing on a work platform
behind an imperforate panel 1.0m high.
Ø52
Giving a load of:‐
Non guided Platform 0.4625 kN
100
200
Restrained Platform 0.925 kN
This in turn acts on the façade over the surface of one soft buffer at 3.0m long by 0.15m deep, resulting in
the localised loads as shown above.
This load can be further decreased by adding a second buffer below the top rail of the cradle to further
spread the loads if required.

6.0 Cleaning Overview for Proposed systems 1 elevation with a total of 5 drops with a building height of 67m to the area served by the 13th plant floor
BMU
Central Saudi Arabia has low rainfall between January and March with Riyadh receiving an average
number of 3 wet days in March and 4 in April (+0.25mm rainfall). The area is also prone to a moderate 13th Floor Plant Room BMU
level of dust storm activity, with Riyadh recording an average of 7.6 dust storm days per year, and 76 days Access to the negatively inclined and vertical glazing. This area is served by one 6.5m reach BMU with a
on average when blowing dust reduced visibility to less than 11 km. 3.5m cradle serving the inclined elevation. The BMU will operate from inside the confines of the 30th floor
plant room and will access the external facade in two positions through folding doors in the inclined face
The building will be divided as follows of the plant floor. The cradle requires socket restrain at 10 levels down the building, alternatively mullion
guides may be used. The working areas for this machine comprise the following.
Roof BMU 2 elevation with a total of 11 drops with a building height of 57m to the area served by the 13th plant floor
The upper tower is served by one 7m reach BMU with a 3.0m cradle serving three full elevations and one BMU
partial elevation adjacent to the inclined glazing. The cradle requires socket restrain at 11 levels down the
building, alternatively mullion guides may be used. The working areas for this machine comprise the See attached drawing for a visual indication of scope.
following.
1 partial elevation with a total of 9 drops on an inclined track with a varying building height of 186m
maximum down to the area served by the 13th floor BMU Assumption for cleaning cycle.
1 elevation with a total of 3 drops with a building height of 254m
1 elevation with a total of 21 drops with a building height of 254m Machine Performance
1 elevation with a total of 12 drops with a building height from 254m down to 228 metres due to the Telescoping of Jib = 18 m/min maximum.
inclined parapet Slewing of Jib = 18 m/min maximum. Traversing of Trolley = 8 m/min.
1 elevation with a total of 15 drops with a building height from 228m down to 220 metres due to the Hoisting (Winch speed) = 18 m/min.
inclined parapet
1 elevation with a total of 5 drops with a building height of 10m to the area served by the 47th plant floor Operator Performance
BMU Working Day = 10 Hours
Productivity say 85%
47th Floor Plant Room BMU Cleaning Area 4.5m² /min per 2 men
To access the inclined glazing and the saw tooth drops outside of the reach of the roof BMU. This area is
served by one 14m reach BMU with a 3.0m cradle serving the inclined elevation and 4 off saw tooth drops. Roof BMU
The BMU will operate from inside the confines of the 47th floor plant room and will access the external Total Cleaning Time for the Roof BMU – 21 Days for one pair of operatives
facade in one position through folding doors in the inclined face of the plant floor. The cradle requires
socket restrain at 10 levels down the building, alternatively mullion guides may be used. The working 47th Floor Plant Room BMU
areas for this machine comprise the following. Total Cleaning Time for the 47th Floor Plant room BMU – 2 Days for one pair of operatives
4 off Saw Tooth slots elevation with a total of 4 drops with a building height from 208m down to 161
metres due to the inclined glazed face 30th Floor Plant Room BMU
1 elevation with a total of 5 drops with a building height of 47m to the area served by the 30th plant floor Total Cleaning Time for the 30th Floor Plant room BMU – 2 Days for one pair of operatives
BMU
13th Floor Plant Room BMU
th
30 Floor Plant Room BMU Total Cleaning Time for the 13th Floor Plant room BMU – 2 Days for one pair of operatives
To access the inclined glazing and the saw tooth drops outside of the reach of the 47th floor BMU. This
area is served by one 13m reach BMU with a 3.0m cradle serving the inclined elevation and 4 off saw tooth
drops. The BMU will operate from inside the confines of the 30th floor plant room and will access the Total Cleaning Time for Plot 1.14 – 27 Days for one pair of operatives
external facade in two positions through folding doors in the inclined face of the plant floor. The cradle
requires socket restrain at 10 levels down the building, alternatively mullion guides may be used. The As the building has four machines it would be possible to operate the plant room BMU’s concurrently with
working areas for this machine comprise the following. the Roof BMU with two teams to reduce the cleaning duration to approximately 21 Days.
4 off Saw Tooth slots elevation with a total of 4 drops with a building height from 140m down to 76 metres
due to the inclined glazed face

Roof Parapet
Mounted BMU
47th Plant Room

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7.0 Additional Information A Risk Assessment for the maintenance and operation of the equipment should be provided by the
maintenance contractor together with appropriate method statements and a schedule of safety critical
Glazing Replacement/Auxiliary Lifting Facility items for inspection and testing and is retained in the O&M Manual on site.
It is envisaged that the BMU can be provided with a secondary lifting point inboard of the cradle A hand held anemometer shall be provided with each cradle unless a monitored building system is
suspension to allow a winch and glass lifting frame connection with control and assistance from the cradle provided. Instructions shall be incorporated in the O&M Manual on its use and the cradles are not to be
operatives. Pending further information on the facade nominal capacity would be 500kg (300kg operated when the wind exceeds 12.5m/s working or 14m/s maximum (unrestrained). When the cradles
glass/curtain walling screen panel, 200kg frame, winch and wire rope) but can be more subject to design; are restrained an in‐service wind speed of 20m/s is permitted however the quality of clean is reduced and
this will affect imposed machine loadings to track and roof. not recommended.
High Level Controlled Descent and Rescue System

Noise and Vibration due to BMU Operation.
Due to the high‐rise building height consideration should be given to the provision of emergency descent
Although of low probability consideration needs to be given to any noise and vibration into the building
units supplied within the cradle to avoid abseil rescue in the event of an emergency preventing the cradle
structure caused by the BMU whilst it is operational.
from being raised or manually lowered. At this height the emergency services may not be able to reach a
Guidance can be found in BS6472‐1 (2008) Evaluation of human exposure to vibration in buildings, curve 2
high level cradle breakdown.
applies, and BS7385 (Part 1:1990 Part 2:1993) Evaluation and measurement of vibration in Buildings.
A typical system of this type is the DBI SALA Rescumatic Automatic Decent Device, providing a safe,
automatic controlled descent from the cradle. The system lowers the endangered operatives at a
Other Considerations ‐ Safety issues.
controlled rate of 1m (3 ft) per second, vertically. In addition, the unit automatically adjusts to the user’s
body weight.
Concern is raised regarding the design of any inset glazing and the potential of providing a sand/dust trap
from material driven by the wind due to local environmental conditions.
The system comprises a braid‐covered steel cable with a safety belt fitted to each end. The cable passes
through sheaves in the control unit, activating a geared brake system. The control unit may be bolted in
Design consideration should also be given to the prevention of dust/sand ingress into the machine
place, or alternatively, attached by a karabiner to an eye bolt for semi‐permanent installation.
workings particularly suspension ropes, traction winches (where used) bearings and sliding surfaces where
contamination can accelerate the wear of components. The marine environment is also conducive to
The system alternates from clockwise to counter clockwise from descent to descent, thus allowing for
corrosion so suitable materials and protective coatings are necessary and robust maintenance is
multiple descents to occur. Rope lengths up to 305m (1,000 ft) are available.
imperative.
Tropicalisation of the electrical equipment will need to be considered due to local temperature levels and
potential temperature change levels with the potential for condensation to form ‐ + 50C.
Due to the close proximity of service roads and main thoroughfares the hoisting operation would be
interlocked to provide normal stop to the cradle descent to prevent the cradle from landing in the service
road/thoroughfare in normal use. Descent to ground in an emergency would be allowed but would need
to be managed for safe operation.
Any low rise access areas could be accessed via use of a Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP) of one or
two man capacity as required.
The window cleaners should be trained on an annual basis, normally by the Maintenance Company and
issued with signed certificates with a recommendation or incorporating a photograph. Photo ID also to be
retained by Site Security to ensure fully trained and authorised persons only have use of this equipment.


8.0 Design standards and codes

The completed installation shall comply in all respects with the latest current editions of the relevant codes of practice and regulations.
Main Codes :‐
BS EN‐1808:1999.
Safety requirements on suspended access equipment. Design calculations, stability criteria, construction. Tests
BS 6037‐1:2003.
Code of practice for the planning, design, installation and use of permanently installed access equipment. Suspended access equipment
BS6037‐2:2004.
Code of practice for the planning, design, installation and use of permanently installed access equipment. Travelling ladders and gantries
BS 7883: 2005.
Code of practice for the design, selection, installation, use and maintenance of anchor devices conforming to BS EN 795
BS 8213‐1: 2004.
Windows doors and rooflights. Design for safety in use and during cleaning of windows, including door‐height windows and roof windows. Code of practice
BS EN354: 2002
Personal protective equipment against falls from height. Lanyards.
BS EN355: 2002
Personal protective equipment against falls from a height. Energy absorbers
BS EN360: 2002
Personal protective equipment against falls from a height. Retractable type fall arresters
BS EN361: 2002
Personal protective equipment against falls from a height. Full body harnesses
BS EN360: 2004
Personal protective equipment against falls from a height. General requirements for instructions for use and for marking
BS EN ISO 14122‐2:2001
Safety of machinery. Permanent means of access to machinery. Working platforms and walkways
BS EN ISO 14122‐3:2001
Safety of machinery. Permanent means of access to machinery. Stairways, stepladders and guard‐rails
BS EN ISO 14122‐4:2004
Safety of machinery. Permanent means of access to machinery. Fixed ladders
BS EN ISO 1461:1999
Hot dip galvanized coatings on fabricated iron and steel articles. Specifications and test methods
BS6472‐1 (2008)
Evaluation of human exposure to vibration in buildings
BS7385 (Part 1:1990 Part 2:1993)
Evaluation and measurement of vibration in Buildings
SAEMA code of practice
The following regulations also apply:‐
Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER 98)

The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER 98)
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
Work at Height Regulations 2005
The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2007
As well as all the requirements as applicable in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

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Final Issue – Re-issue for FDD

SPECIFICATION FOR THE DESIGN, MANUFACTURE,

FAÇADE ACCESS EQUIPMENT,

RAYADAH INVESTMENT COMPANY

DUNBAR & BOARDMAN

KAFD 1.14 Specification 20 April 2011 1

Section 1 Pages 3-4 Preliminaries and Conditions of Contract

Section 2 Pages 5-6 Schedule of Builders and Electrical Work

Section 3 Page 7 Schedule of Equipment General

Section 4 Pages 8-21 Technical Specification General

Section 5 Pages 22-37 Tender Particulars

Appendix I General Technical Specification

Annex A Facade Access and Maintenance Strategy

KAFD 1.14 Specification 20 April 2011 2

1.1 Scope of Works

The Cradles are to be installed to the dimensions indicated on the

1.2 The Design

1.3 Component Life

Contractor is to state the expected life of solid state components.

1.4 QUALITY AND TOLERANCES

KAFD 1.14 Specification 20 April 2011 3

The following regulations also apply:-

Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER 98)

KAFD 1.14 Specification 20 April 2011 4

2.1 Specimen Outline Schedule of Building and Electrical Works to be provided

a) Calculations with regard to the building (MC)

b) The formation of each track fixing plinth/upstand, with safe access as

c) Extra costs, due to Surveyor’s fees or special requirements of government

Attendances as set out in the Preliminaries including:

Storage and accommodation. (MC)

Temporary Lighting and Power. (MC)

Scaffold as required for the Cradle Contractors preferred method of discharging

2.3.1 External Roof Socket Outlets

All in accordance with BS EN1808 : 1999 and BS6037-1 : 2003.

KAFD 1.14 Specification 20 April 2011 5

Cradle Contractor to provide required suitable anchors to the approval of the

Provide mess rooms, sanitary accommodation and welfare facilities. (MC)

KAFD 1.14 Specification 20 April 2011 6

3.1 Roof Level

3.2 Level 47 Plant Room

3.3 Level 30 Plant Room

3.4 Level 13 Plant Room

KAFD 1.14 Specification 20 April 2011 7

4.1.1 Roof Level Trolley.

No 1 – Roof Mounted system.

4.1.2 Tracks – Roof Level.

181m long approximately

The tracks are to be manufactured from UB/UC, or equivalent, rolled steel

4.1.3 BMU – Roof Level.

KAFD 1.14 Specification 20 April 2011 8

4-point suspension/hoisting units shall be fitted.

Consideration of BS6472 Vibration in Buildings is required – curve 2 applies.

‘Storm’ Locks shall be fitted and applied in the parking positon.

Signage in accordance with BSEN 1808: 1999 Clause 13 shall be applied as

A serial number and manufacturers ID plate is to be provided with details of the

Consideration shall be given for the replacement of fenestration glazed panels

KAFD 1.14 Specification 20 April 2011 9

The cradle is to be nominally 2.5m long and of steel or aluminium construction,