Specifications include, but are not limited to: 2.1 Pathways and Fittings A. Communication Underground Boxes 1. Communication Pull Boxes • Provide separate pre-cast concrete pull boxes, with lids labeled "communications" (for TV, telephone, data, security). • Type equal to “Christy N16, N30, N40, N44” steel reinforced solid concrete box, concrete lid & 12” extension box shall be used. See project drawings for locations & additional requirements. • Shall be constructed out of 3000 PSI steel reinforced concrete. • Install on 6” gravel pad and provide drain. See project details for more info. • Pull boxes in traffic areas and along roads shall be designed and installed for H20-44 loading. • Pull boxes shall be located and provided with grade rings as necessary to ensure that water is drained from conduits. • Pull boxes shall be installed to minimize surface drainage entry as follows: Pull boxes should not be located in paths or streets. If such location cannot be avoided, pull boxes should not be located in low spots or drainage channels. Pull boxes not located in paths or streets should be installed so that the top is approximately 2" above final grade. • All pull boxes shall be installed with a mow strip minimum of 6”. Refer to concrete installation specification for requirements. • Non-slip lids shall be provided for pull boxes in sidewalk areas. Use concrete or fiberglass-no metal lids in sidewalks. • Quantity: Contractor will provide pull boxes and covers in the sizes and quantities as shown on the drawings 2. Communication Vaults • Provide separate pre-cast concrete vault, with lids labeled "communications" (for TV, telephone, data, intrusion alarm). • Vaults shall be equipped with a cable racking on the long walls suitable to support large copper cables as called for on the design documents. • Vaults shall include; Anchorage, Lifting Inserts and Racking Devices. • All Vaults shall be equipped with traffic-rated lids with a locking mechanism. All lids shall have the identification marking of “Communications” permanently affixed to the cover. • All pull boxes shall be installed with a mow strip minimum of 6”. Refer to concrete specifications for installation requirements. • Quantity: Contractor will provide vaults and covers in the sizes and quantities as shown on the drawings. • Standard Vault size 24”x36”x36” equal to Old Castle 2436-STD • Large Vault size 36”x60”x36” equal to Old Castle 3660-STD 3. Communication Vault Accessories • UNDERGROUND CABLE RACK HOOKS • Lite Duty Extension Formed from 3/16-inch steel Hot dipped galvanized per ASTM A123 / A153 Smooth top surface to protect cables from damage Insulator 11A31 fits these hooks Part numbers Inwesco or equal