6 02/18 DUC-TITE INSTALLATION SPECIFICATION GENERAL: Installation of the DUC-TITE piping system shall be done in accordance with the appropriate publications including ANSI B31.1 and the following specifications and instructions. A Thermal Pipe Systems, Inc. field representative may conduct an installation clinic to pre-qualify contract personnel in the proper procedures for the installation. Piping shall be accurately cut to dimensions established at the construction site and shall be worked into place without springing or forcing, properly clearing all openings and equipment. Excessive cutting or other weakening of structural members to facilitate piping installation shall not be permitted. Pipe ends shall have burrs removed by reaming and shall be installed to permit free expansion and contraction without damage to joints. Good workmanlike procedures shall be followed. All piping, unless otherwise indicated, shall be pitched with a grade of not less than 1 inch in 40 feet toward the drain points when applicable. Open ends of pipe lines and equipment shall be properly capped or plugged during installation to keep dirt or other foreign matter out of the system. RECEIVING AND HANDLING SHIPMENTS INSPECTION: Each Shipment shall be inspected upon its arrival at the site. The products are carefully loaded at the plant using methods acceptable to the carrier and it is their responsibility to deliver the pipe in good condition. It is the responsibility of the installing contractor to ascertain whether there has been any loss or damage. The carrier is the contractor's agent. Any pipe or equipment that arrives damaged or is lost in shipment shall be reported by the contractor. Make overall inspection of the load. If load is intact, ordinary inspection while unloading should be enough to make sure that the pipe has arrived in good condition. It is the responsibility of the receiver to make certain that there has been no loss or damage. Note specifically that any end packaging should not show signs of damage. If the load has shifted, or end packing damaged, then each piece must be carefully inspected for damage. Specifically, the ends should be inspected for scars, nicks, etc. Other obvious damage is also cause for rejection. Check total quantities of each item against the tally sheet (pipe, fittings, etc.). Any damaged or missing items are to be noted on delivery receipt and the receipt returned to the carrier. Notify the carrier immediately and make claim in accordance with the carrier’s instructions. Thermal Pipe Systems, Inc. will assist, if