Common use of Special Equipment, Warranties and Guaranties Clause in Contracts

Special Equipment, Warranties and Guaranties. 9.4.1 It is recognized that certain equipment of a highly technical and specialized nature as specified by the City or manufacturer may be installed at Project Work sites. The nature of the equipment, together with the requirements for manufacturer’s warranties, may dictate that it be prefabricated, pre-piped and/or pre-wired and that it be installed under the supervision and direction of the City’s and/or manufacturer’s personnel. Unless otherwise required to prevent the loss of or negate manufacturer warranties, the Unions agree to install such equipment without incident and as required by the manufacturer(s). 9.4.2 The Parties recognize that the Contractor will initiate from time to time the use of new technology, equipment, machinery, tools, and other labor-savings devices and methods of performing Project Work. The Union agrees that they will not restrict the implementation of such devices or work methods. The Unions will accept and will not refuse to handle, install or work with any standardized and/or catalogue: parts, assemblies, accessories, prefabricated items, preassembled items, partially assembled items, or materials whatever their source of manufacture or construction. 9.4.3 If any disagreement between the Contractor and the Unions concerning the methods of implementation or installation of any equipment, or device or item, or method of work, arises, or whether a particular part or pre-assembled item is a standardized or catalog part or item, the Project Work will precede as directed by the Contractor and the Parties shall promptly consult over the matter. If the disagreement is not resolved, the affected Union(s) shall have the right to proceed through the procedures set forth in Article 10.