FLOOR PLATES Clause Samples

FLOOR PLATES. The floor plate system in the spud rooms, machinery room, and storage spaces in the holds shall consist of Diamond tread aluminum tread plating. The floor plates in the bunk room area (frame 31-40, outboard starboard side) shall consist of smooth aluminum plate. These plates are to be sectionalized for easy removal and shall be held in place by countersunk flat head stainless steel screws. Supports shall not extend above the surface of abutting plates. Plates shall be required to be flat and free from warp, twist, and other defects affecting their appearance and serviceability. The floor plates shall be designed to support a minimum static load of 100 pounds per square foot without excessive deflections and shall be locally reinforced as necessary where greater loadings are expected in the removal or disassembly of machinery for overhaul and repair. Hinged sections of floor plate shall be provided in way of all valves, strainers, and other equipment located beneath the floor plates requiring access for operation, inspection, or maintenance. Flush type lifting rings or finger holes shall be provided in hinged sections. In order to isolate dissimilar metals, rubber gasketing shall be used between the engine room floor plates and the steel hull. A. CONTRACT DRAWINGS