Illustrated construction dictionary

ffirs.indd i 06/09/12 9:13 AM RSMeans ILLUSTRATED CONSTRUCTION DICTIONARY ffirs.indd i 06/09/12 9:13 AM ffirs.indd ii 06/09/12 9:13 AM RSMeans ILLUSTRATED CONSTRUCTION DICTIONARY Student Edition John Wiley & Sons, Inc ffirs.indd iii 06/09/12 9:13 AM Cover image: Courtesy of RSMeans Cover design: Michael Rutkowski This book is printed on acid-free paper Copyright © 2012 by R.S Means Company LLC All rights reserved Published by John Wiley & Sons, Inc., Hoboken, New Jersey Published simultaneously in Canada No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, scanning, or otherwise, except as permitted under Section 107 or 108 of the 1976 United States Copyright Act, without either the prior written permission of the Publisher, or authorization through payment of the appropriate per-copy fee to the Copyright Clearance Center, Inc., 222 Rosewood Drive, Danvers, MA 01923, 978-750-8400, fax 978-646-8600, or on the web at www.copyright com Requests to the Publisher for permission should be addressed to the Permissions Department, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 111 River Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030, 201-748-6011, fax 201-748-6008, or online at http://www.wiley.com/go/permissions Limit of Liability/Disclaimer of Warranty: While the publisher and author have used their best efforts in preparing this book, they make no representations or warranties with the respect to the accuracy or completeness of the contents of this book and specifically disclaim any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose No warranty may be created or extended by sales representatives or written sales materials.The advice and strategies contained herein may not be suitable for your situation You should consult with a professional where appropriate Neither the publisher nor the author shall be liable for damages arising herefrom For general information on our other products and services, or technical support, please contact our Customer Care Department within the United States at 800-762-2974, outside the United States at 317-572-3993 or fax 317-572-4002 Wiley publishes in a variety of print and electronic formats and by print-on-demand Some material included with standard print versions of this book may not be included in e-books or in print-on-demand If this book refers to media such as a CD or DVD that is not included in the version you purchased, you may download this material at http://booksupport.wiley.com For more information about Wiley products, visit our Web site at www.wiley.com Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data: RSMeans illustrated construction dictionary — Student ed p cm ISBN 978-1-118-13352-1 (pbk.); 978-1-118-35170-3 (ebk.); 978-1-118-35171-0 (ebk.); 978-1-118-35315-8 (ebk.); 978-1-118-35316-5 (ebk.); 978-1-118-35318-9 (ebk.) Rev ed of Means illustrated construction dictionary 2003 Building—Dictionaries Construction industry—Dictionaries I R.S Means Company II Means illustrated construction dictionary III Title: Illustrated construction dictionary TH9.M42 2013 624.03—dc23 2012009782 Printed in the United States of America 10 ffirs.indd iv 06/09/12 9:13 AM Contents Preface vii Acknowledgments ix Terms and Definitions Appendix 355 v ftoc.indd v 06/09/12 9:15 AM ftoc.indd vi 06/09/12 9:15 AM Preface RSMeans Illustrated Construction Dictionary, Student Edition is a must-have companion to any construction-related curriculum The engineering staff at RSMeans has edited the original RSMeans Illustrated Construction Dictionary to apply specifically for the student Terms are defined in easy-to-understand language, and supplemented by over 1,400 illustrations In addition to a higher percentage of illustrations, many illustrations new to this Student Edition have been added to make learning easier.Whenever possible, words or phrases are explained in non-technical language When technical terms are used, they are also defined as separate entries Very old architectural terms are purposely omitted, as this is intended to be a current construction dictionary with up-to-date terminology A useful appendix illustrates and identifies the symbols that a building professional is likely to encounter Terms for new construction trends, such as BIM, building automation, energy and environmental conservation, “green” construction practice, engineered lumber products, the newest seismic technologies, and historic preservation are also covered The editors obtained the assistance of industry groups, associations, societies, and manufacturers, as well as published authors who are nationally recognized authorities, to achieve this comprehensive construction trades, practices, and equipment dictionary vii fpref.indd vii 06/09/12 9:15 AM fpref.indd viii 06/09/12 9:15 AM X adapted plant species, especially in dry climates, to avoid the need for irrigation Xeriscaping typically calls for less fertilizer and fewer pest control measures than traditional landscapes Abbreviations X experimental XBAR crossbar XEPS extruded expanded polystyrene XH, X HVY extra heavy XL extra large xonolite Calcium silicate monohydrate (C3S5H), a natural mineral that is readily synthesized at 150°C to 350°C under saturated steam pressure Xonolite is a constituent of sand-lime masonry units x-ray diffraction The diffraction of x-rays by substances having a regular arrangement of atoms A phenomenon used to identify substances having such structure xr without rights X STR extra strong XXH double extra heavy x-ray fluorescence Characteristic secondary radiation emitted by an element as a result of excitation by x-rays, used to yield a chemical analysis of a sample Definitions x-ray protection Lead encased in sheetrock or plaster to prevent the escape of radiation from the encased room xw without warrants X-brace (cross brace) A paired set of sway braces xeriscaping Landscaping featuring native, drought-tolerant, well- xylol An aromatic hydrocarbon distilled from coal tar, used as a solvent for paints and varnishes X-brace (cross brace) X Entries marked with an asterisk (*) are reprinted with the permission of AACE International Copyright © by AACE International; all rights reserved 352 c24.indd 352 06/09/12 9:11 AM Abbreviations Y y yard Y yttrium, wye, Y-branch yd yard yp yellow pine YP yield point YR year YS yield strength Definitions yakima pine See ponderosa pine yard A unit of length in the English system equal to 3Ј A measure of concrete One cubic yard ϭ 3Ј ϫ 3Ј ϫ 3Ј in volume, or 27 cubic feet A term applied to that part of a plot not occupied by the building or driveway yardage An amount of excavated material equal to the volume in cubic yards An area of surface (two dimensions) measured in square yards yard drain A drain in a pavement or earth surface, used to drain surface water yard lumber (general building construction lumber) Lumber graded according to its size, length, and intended use, stockpiled in a lumber yard Y-branch (wye branch) A plumbing system branch, in the shape of a Y yelm A bundle of reeds or straw used as thatching material for a roof Y-fitting (wye fitting) A pipe fitting in the shape of a Y One arm is usually at 45° to the main fitting and may be of reduced size yield The volume of freshly mixed concrete produced from a known quantity of Y-fitting ingredients The total weight of ingredients divided by the unit weight of the freshly mixed concrete The number of product units, such as block, produced per bag of cement or per batch of concrete A rate of return as calculated by the profit earned on an investment over a specified period of time yield point The point at which a stressed material begins to exhibit plastic properties The point beyond which the material will not return to its original length yield strength The stress, less than the maximum attainable, at which the ratio of stress to strain has dropped well below its value at low stresses, or at which a material exhibits a specified limiting deviation from the usual proportionality of stress to strain Y-level A surveyor’s level with the telescope and level supported by Y-shaped fittings The telescope can be removed and reversed in order to average out internal sources of error yoke A tie or clamping device around column forms or over wall or footing forms to keep them from spreading as a result of lateral pressure of fresh concrete Part of a structural assembly for slipforming that keeps the forms yoke from spreading and transfers form loads to the jacks A collar for supporting pipe A soil pipe fitting in the shape of a Y Pipe assembly used to install a water meter yoke vent A pipe connecting upward from a soil or waste stack to a vent stack for venting A vertical or 45° relief vent of the continuous waste and vent type formed by the extension of an upright wye-branch inlet of the horizontal branch to the stack Referred to as a dual yoke vent when two horizontal branches are thus vented by the same relief vent Y Young’s modulus See modulus of elasticity Y-shaped fitting Plumbing fitting in the shape of a Y Also called a wye Entries marked with an asterisk (*) are reprinted with the permission of AACE International Copyright © by AACE International; all rights reserved 353 c25.indd 353 06/09/12 9:11 AM Z z flashing Z-shaped metal flashing applied between panels of plywood siding to shed water Abbreviations z zero, zone Z modulus of section ZI zone of interior Zn azimuth, zinc z-furring channel A z-shaped, galvanized steel track used to mechanically attach blanket or rigid plastic foam insulation to interiors of exterior walls Also used to attach drywall to concrete, brick, concrete block, and tile Definitions zigzag rule A folding ruler made of pieces connected by a pivot Z-bar A Z-shaped member that is used as a main runner in some types of acoustical ceiling Z-bar flashing Z-shaped flashing installed above horizontal door or window trim to keep rainwater from seeping into a structure Z-bar zee zero lot line A form of cluster housing development in which individual dwelling units are placed on separately platted lots with very small yards and in some there is no side yard They may be attached to one another, but not necessarily zero-slump concrete Concrete of stiff or extremely dry consistency showing no measurable slump after removal of the slump cone Z z flashing zinc dust Zinc ground to a fine powder and used as a pigment in priming paints, especially those for use on galvanized surfaces zee A light-gauge member with a Z-like cross section The flanges of the Z are approximately at right angles to the web zeolite A group of hydrous aluminum silicate minerals or similar synthetic compounds used in water-softening equipment zinc A metallic element used for galvanizing steel sheet and steel or iron castings, as an alloy in various metals, as an oxide for white paint pigment, and as a sacrificial element in a cathodic protection system Characterized by its brittleness in ordinary temperatures zero-water urinal An energy-efficient, wall-mounted urinal that uses no running water, other than for occasional servicing to clean the unit zinc oxide (zinc white) A pigment used in paints to provide durability, color retention, and hardness, and to improve sag zigzag rule resistance zone A space or group of spaces in a building with common control of heating and cooling A form of public control over land use An area covered by a sprinkler system zoned building design Separating areas of a facility by establishing a series of clearly discernible zones to control access zone valve A control device for the flow of water or steam to areas, or zones, of a building Entries marked with an asterisk (*) are reprinted with the permission of AACE International Copyright © by AACE International; all rights reserved 354 c26.indd 354 06/09/12 4:59 PM Appendix: Symbols Lighting Outlets Ceiling surface incandescent fixture Wall surface incandescent fixture Incandescent fixture on emergency circuit R Ceiling recess incandescent fixture Fluorescent fixture on emergency circuit R Recess incandescent fixture 3b Standard designation for all lighting fixtures; A= fixture type, = circuit number, b = switch control B Ceiling blanked outlet B Wall blanked outlet E Ceiling electrical outlet E Wall electrical outlet J Ceiling junction box J Wall junction box A L L Recessed continuous row fluorescent fixtures OR PS PS L Receptacle Outlets Single receptacle outlet Duplex receptacle outlet Duplex receptacle outlet ϫ indicates above counter max height ϭ 42Љ or above counter x Weather proof receptacle outlet Triplex receptacle outlet Quadruplex receptacle outlet Duplex receptacle outlet—split wired Ceiling lamp holder with pull switch Triplex receptacle outlet—split wired Wall lamp holder with pull switch Ceiling outlet controlled by low voltage switching when relay is installed in outlet box Single special purpose receptacle outlet Duplex special purpose receptacle outlet L Wall outlet—same as above R Outlet box with extension ring DW EX Surface fluorescent fixture O O OR O Exit sign with arrow as indicated P Pendant fluorescent fixture Special purpose connection—dishwasher Explosion-proof receptacle outlet max height ϭ 36Љ to [cl] Multi-outlet assembly X Recessed fluorescent fixture C Clock hanger receptacle Wall surface fluorescent fixture F Fan hanger receptacle Channel mounted fluorescent fixture O XP Range outlet Floor single receptacle outlet Surface or pendant continuous row fluorescent fixtures 355 bapp.indd 355 06/09/12 9:17 AM Appendix: Symbols Floor duplex receptacle outlet Floor special purpose outlet SDM Incandescent dimmer switch SFDM Fluorescent dimmer switch Floor telephone outlet—public S Floor telephone outlet—private S Underfloor duct and junction box for triple, double, or single duct system as indicated by number of parallel lines Cellular floor header duct Special outlet circuits SA Institutional, Commercial, and Industrial System Outlets Double pole switch S3 Three-way switch S4 Four-way switch SD Automatic door switch SK Key operated switch SP Switch and pilot lamp SCB SWCB Nurses’ call system devices—any type Single pole switch, max height = 42˝ to [CL] S2 Paging system devices—any type Fire alarm system devices—any type F Fire alarm manual station—max Height = 48˝ to [CL] F Fire alarm horn with integral warning light Fire alarm thermodetector, fixed temperature S Circuit breaker Weatherproof circuit breaker SMC Momentary contact switch SRC Remote control switch (receiver) SWP Weatherproof switch Switch and double recpetacle A Switch Outlets S Switch and single rceptable Smoke detector Fire alarm thermodetector, rate of rise F Fire alarm master box—max Height per fire department H Magnetic door holder ANN Fire alarm annunciator Staff register system—any type SF Fused switch SL Switch for low voltage switching system Electrical clock system devices—any type Master switch for low voltage switching system Public telephone system devices Time switch Private telephone system devices SLM ST STH Thermal rated motor switch 356 bapp.indd 356 06/09/12 9:17 AM Appendix: Symbols Watchman system devices Electrical Distribution or Lighting System, Aerial, Lightning Protection Sound system, L = speaker, V = volume control L Pole Other signal system devices: CTV = television antenna; DP = data processing Street light and bracket Transformer SC Signal central station Primary circuit Telephone interconnection box Secondary circuit PE Pneumatic/electric switch Auxiliary system circuits EP Electric/pneumatic switch GP Operating room grounding plate Down guy P Head guy Patient ground point; = number of jacks Sidewalk guy Panelboards Service weather head Lightning rod Flush mounted panelboard and cabinet Lightning protection system conductor L Surface mounted panelboard and cabinet Lighting panel Residential Signaling System Outlets Power panel Push button Heating panel Buzzer Controller (starter) Bell Externally operated disconnect switch Bell and buzzer combination Annunciator Bus Ducts and Wireways T T T Trolley duct B B B Busway (service, feeder, or plug-in) C C C Cable through ladder or channel W W W Wireway J Bus duct junction box Outside telephone Interconnecting telephone Telephone switchboard BT Bell ringing transformer 357 bapp.indd 357 06/09/12 9:17 AM Appendix: Symbols O Electric door opener E Emergency conduit and wiring M Maid’s signal plug T Telephone conduit and wiring R Radio antennal outlet Feeders CH Chime Conduit turned up TV Television antenna outlet Conduit turned down T Thermostat Underground Electrical Distribution or Lighting System M Manhole H Handhole G Generator M Motor Motor—numeral indicates horsepowper I Instrument (specify) T Transformer Remote start/stop push button station TM Transformer—manhole or vault TP Transformer pad HTR Electric heater wall unit Underground direct burial cable Underground duct line Street light standard fed from underground circuit Panel Circuits and Miscellaneous Remote start/stop push button station Common Abbreviations on Drawings EWC Electric water cooler EDH Electric duct heater AFF Above finished floor UH Unit heater GFI Ground fault interrupter GFP Ground fault protector Conduit concealed in floor or walls Wiring exposed Home run to panelboard—number of arrows indiates number of circuits Home run to panelboard—two-wire circuit Home run to panelboard— number of slashes indicates number of wires (when more than two) LS−L1,3,5 C Home run to panelboard—“LS” indicates panel designation; L1, 3, 5, indicates circuit breaker no GFCB Ground fault circuit breaker EC Empty conduit WP Weatherproof VP Vaporproof Clock circuit, conduit and wire 358 bapp.indd 358 06/09/12 9:17 AM Appendix: Symbols HVAC Ductwork Symbols M Supply duct Automatic damper Return/exhaust duct FD Fire damper 10 ϫ 20 Duct—first number is side shown VD Volume damper Direction of flow SD Smoke damper Lined ductwork 24؅؅ Dia CD 1250 CFM Inclined drop in direction of air flow D Inclined rise in direction of air flow R Supply outlet ceiling diffuser 20 ϫ 10 CD 500 CFM Supply outlet ceiling diffuser Canvas connection 20 ϫ 10-L Linear diffuser 84 ϫ 6-LD 375 CFM Access door Intake louver and screen Round elbow Exhaust louver Square elbow 650 CPM Splitter damper Square elbow turning vanes Round elbow turning vanes Double duct air system RA OA F P H HP C C HOT C C COLD MP LP FAN OA ‫ ؍‬Outside Air RA ‫ ؍‬Return Air F ‫ ؍‬Filter PH ‫ ؍‬Preheat Coil R H HP CC ‫ ؍‬Cooling Coil RH ‫ ؍‬Reheat Coil HP ‫ ؍‬High Pressure Duct MP ‫ ؍‬Medium Pressure Duct MP Mixing Boxes (VV or CV) or Induction Units LP ‫ ؍‬Low Pressure Duct VV ‫ ؍‬Variable Volume CV ‫ ؍‬Constant Volume 359 bapp.indd 359 06/09/12 9:17 AM Appendix: Symbols Valves, Fittings, and Specialties Flow direction Gate Up/ Dn Pipe pitch up or down Globe Expansion joint Check Expansion loop Butterfly Flexible connnection Solenoid T Lock shield 2-way automatic control Thermostat Thermostatic trap F&T Float and thermostatic trap Thermometer 3-way automatic control Pressure gauge Gas cock Plug cock FS Flow switch Flanged joint P Pressure switch Union Pressure Reducing valve Cap H Humidistat A Aquastat Strainer Concentric reducer Air vent Eccentric reducer M Meter Pipe guide Elbow Pipe anchor Tee Elbow looking up Elbow looking down 360 bapp.indd 360 06/09/12 9:17 AM Appendix: Symbols Equipment Plug cock HWS Hot water heating supply HWR Hot water heating return CHWS Chilled water supply CHWR Chilled water return D Drain line CW City water FOS Fuel oil supply FOR Fuel oil return FOV Fuel oil vent FOG Fuel oil gauge line PD Flanged joint Union Cap Strainer Concentric reducer Eccentric reducer Pipe guide Pipe anchor Flow direction Elbow looking up Pump discharge Low pressure condensate return LPS Low pressure steam HPS Medium pressure steam MPS High pressure steam BD Boiler blow-down Elbow looking down Up/ Dn Pipe pitch up or down Expansion joint Expansion loop Flexible connection Piping Symbols T Thermostatic trap Valves, Fittings, and Specialties Gate Thermostat Float and thermostatic trap F&T Globe Thermometer Check Presssure gauge Butterfly Solenoid FS Lock shield P Flow switch Pressure switch 2-way automatic control Pressure reducing valve Temperature and pressure relief valve 3-way automatic control H Gas cock Humidistat 361 bapp.indd 361 06/09/12 9:17 AM Appendix: Symbols A Aquastat Air vent G Gas—low pressure MG Gas—medium pressure HG Gas—high pressure CA Compressed air V Vacuum “Y” VC Vacuum cleaning OS and Y gate N Nitrogen Shock absorber N2O Meter M Hose bibb Elbow Tee House trap “P” trap Floor drain O Nitrous oxide Oxygen LOX Liquid oxygen LPG Liquid petroleum gas Indirect waste IW Fire Protection Piping Symbols S Sanitary below grade S Sanitary above grade ST Storm below grade ST Storm above grade F Vent Combination waste and vent CWV AW Acid waste below grade AW Acid waste above grade AV WSP Wet standpipe DSP Dry standpipe CSP Combination standpipe SP Automatic fire sprinkler Upright fire sprinkler heads Pendant fire sprinkler heads Fire hydrant Acid vent Wall fire dept connection CW Cold water Sidewalk fire dept connection HW Hot water Hot water circulation FHR DWS Drinking water supply FHC DWR Drinking water return FHC HWC Fire protection water supply Fire hose rack Surface mounted fire hose cabinet Recessed fire hose cabinet 362 bapp.indd 362 06/09/12 9:18 AM Appendix: Symbols Plumbing Fixture Symbols Kitchen Sinks Baths Single basin Corner Recessed Twin basin Angle Single drainboard Whirlpool Double drainboard Institutional or island Dishwasher Showers DW Stall Dishwasher Drinking Fountains or Electric Water Coolers DF Floor or wall DF Recesssed Corner stall DF Wall gang Semirecessed Laundry Trays Water Closets LT Tank L T Single Double Flush valve Service Sinks Bidet Wall SS Bidet SS Urinals Wall Floor Wash Fountains Stall WF Trough Lavatories WF Circular Semicircular Hot Water Vanity WH Wall Counter Pedestal HWT Heater Tank Separators G Gas O Oil 363 bapp.indd 363 06/09/12 9:18 AM Appendix: Symbols Material Indication Symbols Table A-1 Material Indication Symbols Material Plan Elevation Earth None None Porous fill None None Section Concrete Same as plan Brick Same as plan Concrete block Same as plan Cut stone Stone Steel Rubble OR OR Cut stone Rubble None Siding Framing wood Wall or partition Plywood Indicated by note Sheet metal flashing Indicated by note Batt insulation Same as plan Blocking Finish wood Framing Indicated by note Shaped Heavy Line None Same as plan (Continued) 364 bapp.indd 364 06/09/12 9:18 AM Appendix: Symbols Table A-1 Material Indication Symbols (Continued) Material Plan Rigid insulation Elevation Section None Same as plan Small scale Glass Large scale Gypsum wallboard Same as plan Acoustical tile None Ceramic wall tile Same as plan Floor tile Table A-2 None Window and Door Symbols Type Plan Elevation Double-hung windows Casement window Indicates Window Hinge Slider Exterior door Interior door Bifold door 365 bapp.indd 365 06/09/12 9:18 AM bapp.indd 366 06/09/12 9:18 AM [...]... establish minimum technical requirements for the design and construction of buildings and facilities Their intent is to increase the level of accessibility in the built environment, in existing facilities as well as new construction and alterations actual costs The actual expenditures incurred by a program or project.* actual cost records Contemporaneous construction and accounting records detailing actual... and obligations as contained in the construction contract Actual damages are considered economic (monetary) damages that can be clearly determined and proven, typically awarded by a court as the result of a lawsuit brought by one of the parties to the construction contract.* actual dimension The real dimensional measurement of a piece of lumber, masonry unit, or other construction material actual finish... Association ASEC American Standard Elevator Codes AISC American Institute of Steel Construction ASES American Solar Energy Society AISE Association of Iron and Steel Engineers AISI American Iron and Steel Institute ASHRAE American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and AirConditioning Engineers AITC American Institute of Timber Construction ASIS American Society for Industrial Security AL, alum aluminum... owner certifying that all the work of a construction project is complete and in accordance with all provisions of the contract.* accolade Ornamental treatment over an arch, doorway, or window formed by two ogee curves meeting in the middle accepted bid The proposal or bid a contractor and an owner or owner’s representative use as the basis for entering into a construction contract accordion door A retractable... well jointed together 2 Plywood designation A-face, best veneer grade agreement 1 A promise to perform, made between signatories to a document 2 In construction, the specific documents setting forth the terms of the contracts among architect, owner, engineer, construction manager, contractor, and others agreement form A standard printed form used by the signatories to an agreement, with blank spaces to... and molded electrical parts where temperatures will not exceed 400°F alteration Construction within a structure or to its exterior closure that does not change the overall dimensions of the structure Alteration includes remodeling and retrofitting 11 c01.indd 11 06/09/12 4:52 PM alternate A alternate A specified item of construction that is set apart by a separate sum An alternate may or may not be... the construction industry It is used in sheets, extrusions, foils, and castings Sheets are often anodized for greater corrosion resistance and surface hardness Because of its light weight and good electrical conductivity, aluminum is used extensively for electrical cables Aluminum is usually used in alloy form for greater strength aluminum-clad window A factoryfinished and sealed window whose wooden construction. .. disciplines related to manufacturing and construction American Federation of Labor and the Committee for Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) A major union formed by the merger of the two organizations listed above under the leadership of John L Lewis in 1955 The AFL-CIO represents the interests of various types of member workers in industry and other endeavors (including construction) for the purpose of negotiating... for attaching gypsum board to wood studs angle gauge A template used to set or maintain an angle during construction angle iron (angle bar, angle section) An L-shaped steel structural member classified by the thickness of the stock and the length of the legs annealed wire A pliable wire used in construction primarily for reinforcing steel tie wires annular ring nail annunciator An electrical signaling... a building, in lieu of stairs approved In construction, materials, equipment, and workmanship in a system, or a measurable portion thereof, which have been accepted by an authority having jurisdiction Usually, the term refers to approval for payment, approval for continuation of work, or approval for occupancy approved equal Material, equipment, or method of construction that has been approved by the ... 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