SECTION 27 05 53

IDENTIFICATION FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including Conditions, Project

Requirements and other Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

B. All the requirements presented in the below listed Specification Section shall
be complimentary to and shall apply to this Specification “Identification for
Communications Systems (TIA)” except where the latter calls for otherwise. In this
case, this Specification “Identification for Communications Systems (TIA)” shall
have precedence:

1. Division 27 Section 271005 “Common Clauses for Structured Cabling (TIA)”.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section includes requirements for the identification of the various components of

the telecommunications infrastructure and pathway system.

B. Works covered by this Section shall consist of furnishing labor, equipment,

materials and software necessary for the labeling of the telecommunications
infrastructure as described on the Drawings and/or required by these Specifications.

1.3 REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. Refer to Division 27 Section “Common Clauses for Structured Cabling (TIA)”.

B. In addition to the above, standards relevant to identification include:

1. ANSI/TIA 606-C, Administration Standard for Commercial

Telecommunications Infrastructure.
2. ANSI/UL 969, Marking and Labeling Systems.
3. ISO/IEC 14763-2, Information Technology—Implementation and
operation of customer premise cabling, Part 2: planning and installation.

1.4 DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS

A. Refer to Division 27, Section “Common Clauses for Structured Cabling (TIA)” .

B. Definitions

1. Administration: The method for labeling, identification, documentation and

usage needed to implement moves, additions and changes of the
telecommunications infrastructure.
2. Automated Infrastructure Management system (AIM): integrated software
and hardware which automatically records the nature of, and identifies
changes to, connections between the cabling infrastructure and of the
interconnected transmission and terminal equipment.
3. Discoverable equipment: equipment with a network address.

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 4. Identifier: An item of information that links a specific element of
the telecommunications infrastructure with its corresponding record.
5. Label: Means of marking a specific component of the information technology
infrastructure with its identifier and (optionally) other information and intended
to be fixed to, or be part of, the component.
6. MAC: Move, Add, Change.
7. Record: A collection of detailed information related to a specific element
of the telecommunications infrastructure.

1.5 SCOPE OF WORK

A. Refer to Division 27, Section “Common Clauses for Structured Cabling (TIA)”.

1.6 SUBMITTALS

A. Refer to Division 27, Section “Common Clauses for Structured Cabling (TIA)”.

1.7 PROJECT/SITE CONDITIONS

A. Refer to Division 27, Section “Common Clauses for Structured Cabling (TIA)”.

1.8 MISCELLANEOUS QUALITY MANAGEMENT TOPICS

A. For the following quality management topics, refer to Division 27, Section “Common
Clauses for Structured Cabling (TIA)”:

1. PRODUCTS AND WORK BY OTHERS / COORDINATION

2. CONFIDENTIALITY
3. QUALITY ASSURANCE
4. DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
5. WARRANTY
6. MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT
7. SPARE PARTS AND EXTRA MATERIAL

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 STANDARD COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS

A. Refer to Division 01 Section "Product Requirements".

2.2 CABLE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

A. Description: Computer-based cable management system, with integrated database

and graphic capabilities.

B. Documentation: Document physical characteristics by recording the network and

connections between equipment and cable.

C. Presentation of Data: Information shall be presented in database view, schematic

plans and technical drawings.

1. Microsoft Visio Professional or AutoCAD drawing software shall be used as

drawing and schematic plans software.

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 D. System shall interface with the following testing and recording devices:

1. Direct upload tests from circuit testing instrument into the personal computer.
2. Direct download circuit labeling into labeling printer.

2.3 LABELING GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. All components of the telecommunications infrastructure and pathway system shall

be labeled according to the applicable Standard and the adopted ‘System
Administration Scheme’ described herein and in coordination with the Employer
and Engineer, including but not limited to:

1. Copper and fiber optic cables and patch cords.

2. Workstation outlets faceplates and Individual outlet connectors.
3. Termination panels, blocks, trays.
4. Telecommunications Room entry and exit pathways.
5. Racks, cabinets, and equipment.
6. Fiber optic on either side of the splice closure.
7. Grounding and bonding system for telecommunications.
8. OSP manholes / pull boxes covers.
9. Telecommunications cable tray and conduit pathways.

B. Labels shall provide a direct link to the identifier within the record within the
administration system.

C. Labels shall be machine-manufactured by a labeling machine. Handwritten labels

will not be accepted for final labeling.

D. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to acquire, understand, and utilize the

Employer’s labeling scheme for all components of the voice/data communications
system.

E. Labels shall meet the legibility, defacement, exposure and adhesion requirements
of ANSI/UL969. “Marking and Labeling Systems”.

1. The size, color, and contrast of all labels should be selected to ensure that the
identifiers are easily read.
2. Labels should be visible during the installation of and normal maintenance
of the infrastructure.
3. Labels shall be durably affixed.

F. Labels should be resistant to the environmental conditions at the point of installation

(such as moisture, heat, or ultraviolet light), and should have a design life equal to
or greater than that of the labeled component.

G. Labels shall be accessible and, where necessary, able to be modified.

H. Cable Labels: Self-adhesive vinyl or vinyl-cloth wraparound tape markers, machine

printed with alphanumeric cable designations.

I. Flat-surface labels: Self-adhesive vinyl or vinyl-cloth labels, machine printed with

alphanumeric designations.

J. Where insert type labels are used, provide clear plastic cover over label.

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 K. Outside plant labels shall be engraved, totally waterproof even when submerged.
Provide plastic warning tape for underground utilities as described in Division 26
Section “Basic Electrical Materials and Methods”.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Check actual site conditions prior to start of any work. Ensure all preceding trade
work associated with the telecommunications system is accurate and complete
before proceeding with installation or use of products specified in this Section.

3.2 SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION SCHEME

A. Comply with ANSI/TIA-606 for system administration scheme.

B. ANSI/TIA-606 Administration Scheme

1. The elements of the subject telecommunications infrastructure shall each

have an identifier that:

a. Is unique and informative within the administration system.

b. Defines explicitly the element to which it refers (e. g. closure, cable,
outlet, etc).

2. Identify cabling infrastructure elements, including:

a. Distributors
b. Racks
c. Rack-mounted equipment
d. Bonding conductors and pathways
e. Backbone cabling subsystem
f. Horizontal cabling subsystem
g. Patch Cords/jumpers
h. Access points
i. Earth busbars
j. Closures
k. Cables and cable pathways (including fire stops)
l. Premises
m. Spaces
n. Termination points including joints
o. Work areas.

3. Color-code cross-connect fields. Apply colors to voice and data service

backboards, connections, covers, and labels.
4. For installations outside buildings, label cables, jointing chambers and
cabinets with a unique identifier to enable tracing in both directions.
5. Labeling of optical fiber installations should be such that the polarization of
duplex optical fiber connections is known and consistent throughout the
installation.
6. Administration Class: 3

a. Paint and label colors for equipment identification shall comply with

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 ANSI/TIA- 606 for the adopted Class of administration, including patch
cords and similar wiring accessories and all optional identification
requirements of this Standard.

3.3 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Using the specified cable management system software, develop a complete and
accurate set of Cabling Administration Drawings for system identification, testing,
and management. Use unique alphanumeric designation for each cable and
label cable, jacks, connectors, and terminals to which it connects. At Contract
completion, cable and asset management software shall reflect as-built conditions.

B. Comply with requirements in Division 09 Section "Painting and Interior Finishing"

for painting backboards. For fire-resistant or fire retardant plywood, do not paint
over manufacturer's label.

C. Cable Schedule: Post in prominent location in each equipment room and wiring
closet. List incoming and outgoing cables and their designations, origins, and
destinations. Protect with rigid frame and clear plastic cover. Furnish an
electronic copy of final comprehensive schedules for Project.

D. Cabling Administration Drawings: Show building floor plans with cabling

administration- point labeling. Identify labeling convention and show labels for
telecommunications closets, backbone pathways and cables, entrance pathways
and cables, terminal hardware and positions, horizontal cables, patch cords, work
areas and workstation terminal positions, grounding busbars and pathways, and
equipment grounding conductors. Furnish electronic record of all drawings, in
software and format selected by Employer.

E. Cable and Wire Identification:

1. Label each cable within 100 mm (4 inches) of each termination and tap,
where it is accessible in a cabinet or junction or outlet box, and elsewhere as
indicated.
2. Exposed Cables and Cables in Cable Trays: Label each cable at intervals not
exceeding 4.5 m (15 feet).
3. Label each terminal strip and screw terminal in each cabinet, rack, or panel.

a. Individually number wiring conductors connected to terminal strips, and

identify each cable or wiring group being extended from a panel or
cabinet to a building- mounted device shall be identified with name and
number of particular device as shown.
b. Label each unit and field within distribution racks and frames.

4. Identification within Connector Fields in Equipment Rooms and Wiring Closets:

Label each connector patch cord, and each discrete unit of cable-terminating
and connecting hardware. Where similar jacks and plugs are used for both
voice and data communication cabling, use a different color for jacks and
plugs of each service.
5. Uniquely identify and label work area cables extending from the MUTOA
(Multiuser Telecommunications Outlet Assembly) to the Work Area. These
cables may not exceed the length stated on the MUTOA label.
6. Patch cords shall be labeled on each end specifying the source and
destination of the cord.

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 7. Long cable runs in underground ducts shall be labeled at 50 meters intervals.

F. Labels shall be pre-printed or computer-printed type with printing area and font
color that contrasts with cable jacket color but still complies with requirements in
ANSI/TIA-606.

1. Labels that snap-around or slip-around the cable/raceway shall be flexible

vinyl or polyester labels that flex as the cable/raceway is bent.
2. Label each component with a machine-generated label where it is
accessible for administration.
3. Coordinate specific ceiling tile (false ceiling panel) or location identification
for overhead Wireless Access Point (WAP) connectivity. Ceiling tile below
WAP outlet shall be “tagged” with a discrete identification method to aid in
future locating by Employer. Review with Employer and Engineer for more
information.

3.4 RE-INSTALLATION

A. No additional burden to the Employer regarding costs, network down-time and/or

end user interruption shall result from the re-installation of specified components.
Scheduling for re- installation work shall be coordinated, in writing, with the
Employer prior to beginning the work.

3.5 CLOSEOUT ACTIVITIES

A. Contractor shall provide documentation of all telecommunications system

components under this Section utilized throughout the Project site for review and
reference by the Employer and Engineer. Refer to Division 27 Section “Common
Clauses for Structured Cabling (TIA)”.

B. Contractor shall submit all As-Built drawings required prior to acceptance by the
Employer.

C. Contractor to submit for PC-based, cabling administration system - as detailed in

Division 27 Section “Common Clauses for Structured Cabling (TIA)”:

1. Software and Firmware Operational Documentation.

2. Software Service Agreement.

3.6 DEMONSTRATION AND TRAINING

A. Refer to Division 27 Section “Common Clauses for Structured Cabling (TIA)”.

END OF SECTION

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