DESIGN ALERT FROM PROCATS
(PROACTIVE CLAIMS ANALYSIS AND TRACKING SYSTEM)
ISSUE:
Utilities for fixed equipment.
BACKGROUND:
ProCATS data shows utility connections such as water, steam, electric, and floor
drains etc. for equipment are frequently missed on contract drawings. Involved are a
number of change orders with substantial dollar amount. The equipment involved are
such as water still, glassware washers, lab controlled temperature rooms, washer
sterilizes, fume hoods, and garbage can washers etc.
RECOMMENDATIONS/CONCLUSION:
1. It's important to remind the A/Es to pay attention in showing utility connections for
these equipment on the contract documents to avoid change orders.
2. It's a multidisciplinary responsibility and each discipline would ensure compliance by
their A/E designers in showing their respective utilities for the equipment.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFOR MATION:
Contact Satish Sehgal at 202.565.5032 in the Standards Service (187C).
7 November 1994
FM-187C-DA16
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