Specifications include, but are not limited to: Tapping sleeves shall be split type with a flange side outlet or branch connection. The side outlet flange shall be drilled and faced for template Class 125 rating. The side outlet shall have a machined recess to match the machined projection on standard tapping valvesto assure correct alignment. The metal to be used in the manufacture ofthe tapping sleeves is to be ductile iron in, accordance with AWWA C110-72 or latest revision. Tapping sleeves are to be coated with a bituminous coating that will meet AWWA Specifications. All mechanical joint accessories shall be ductile iron and in accordance with ASA Specifications A2l .11 and shall be assembled on sleeve prior to shipment. All tapping sleeves shall be ofthe mechanical joint type. The mechanical joint ends·shall be sealed by neoprene gaskets, compressed tightly around mains by means of a second flange or gland bolted to the end flanges ofthe sleeve. Gasket and its seat inside the flange ofthe sleeve shall be tapered or wedge shaped. The gasket shall be totally confined to prevent cold-flow when gland is tightened.