# Manufacturer or Product Substitution in Division 11 Equipment submittals

> Source: https://deviationcheck.com/divisions/11-equipment/manufacturer-substitution/

The submittal proposes a different manufacturer or product than the spec names, without an approved or-equal or substitution request.

## What to look for in Division 11 Equipment

Div 11 specs name equipment manufacturers by product type. Look for:
- Foodservice cooking equipment manufacturer substitutions (Rational, Vulcan, Garland, Blodgett, Combi Oven brands)
- Foodservice refrigeration manufacturer substitutions (True Manufacturing, Traulsen, Hoshizaki, Turbo Air)
- Ice machine manufacturer substitutions (Hoshizaki, Manitowoc, Scotsman)
- Commercial dishwasher manufacturer substitutions (Hobart, Jackson, Champion)
- Food preparation equipment manufacturer substitutions (Hobart, Globe, Berkel)
- Loading dock equipment manufacturer substitutions (Rite-Hite, Kelley, Serco, Pentalift, Frommelt)
- Parking control equipment manufacturer substitutions (FAAC, Magnetic AutoControl, SKIDATA, Amano)
- Waste handling equipment manufacturer substitutions (Marathon, Wastequip, SP Industries, Precision)
- Laboratory equipment manufacturer substitutions (Fisher Hamilton, Labconco, Kewaunee, Mott)
- Laboratory fume hood manufacturer substitutions (Labconco, Fisher Hamilton, Hamilton Scientific)

## Severity

Default grade: Blocker. Drops to a Note if the submittal attaches an or-equal approval letter from the architect of record.