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PROJECT MANUAL – VOLUME II of II

DIV. 02-46 – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

FOR THE

South Fayette Township Building Renovation & Addition

515 Millers Run Road

Morgan, Pennsylvania 15064

ISSUED FOR BIDS:

March 20, 2025

PREPARED FOR

SOUTH FAYETTE TOWNSHIP

515 Millers Run Road, Morgan, PA 15064

PREPARED BY

MS CONSULTANTS, INC.

2221 SCHROCK ROAD

COLUMBUS, OH 43229

South Fayette TABLE OF CONTENTS 03-20-2026

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 02 - EXISTING CONDITIONS

024119 SELECTIVE DEMOLITION 3

DIVISION 03 - CONCRETE

031000 CONCRETE FORMWORK 3

032000 CONCRETE REINFORCEMENT 2

033000 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE 5

DIVISION 04 - MASONRY

040100 MAINTENANCE OF MASONRY 3

DIVISION 05 - METALS

051200 STRUCTURAL STEEL FRAMING 4

052100 STEEL JOIST FRAMING 3

053000 METAL DECK 3

054000 COLD-FORMED METAL FRAMING 4

055000 METAL FABRICATIONS 4

055200 METAL RAILINGS 2

DIVISION 06 - WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

061053 MISCELLANEOUS CARPENTRY 6

064116 LAMINATE-CLAD ARCHITECTURAL CABINETS 6

066400 PLASTIC PANELING (GLASS FIBER REINFORCED) 2

DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

072100 BUILDING INSULATION 4

072200 ROOF DECK AND INSULATION 3

072600 VAPOR RETARDERS 2

072700 AIR BARRIERS 4

073113 ASPHALT SHINGLES 5

074213 INSULATED METAL WALL PANELS 11

074243 COMPOSITE WALL PANEL: FIBER CEMENT PANEL 8

075500 MODIFIED BITUMINOUS MEMBRANE ROOFING 8

076200 SHEET METAL FLASHING AND TRIM 2

078400 FIRESTOPPING 3

079200 JOINT SEALANTS 6

DIVISION 08 - OPENINGS

081113 HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES 6

083113 ACCESS DOORS AND FRAMES 2

084113 FRAMED STOREFRONTS 4

087100 DOOR HARDWARE 36

088100 GLASS GLAZING 7

DIVISION 09 - FINISHES

092116 GYPSUM BOARD ASSEMBLIES 3

093000 TILING 4

095123 ACOUSTICAL TILE CEILINGS 5

096500 RESILIENT FLOORING 3

096818 TILE CARPETING 3

097200 WALL COVERINGS 3

099113 EXTERIOR PAINTING 5

099123 INTERIOR PAINTING 5

DIVISION 10 - SPECIALTIES

101400 SIGNAGE 4

102113 TOILET PARTITIONS 3

102226 OPERABLE PANEL PARTITIONS 3

102800 TOILET ACCESSORIES 4

104416 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS & CABINETS 2

DIVISION 12 - FURNISHINGS

122413 ROLLER WINDOW SHADES 4

DIVISION 22 - PLUMBING

220020 GENERAL CONDITIONS & CONTRACT DOCUMENTS 1

220032 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS 1

220033 PLUMBING COORDINATION 1

220034 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS 1

220037 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS 1

220040 EXECUTION REQUIREMENTS 1

220043 FIRESTOPPING 1

220553 IDENTIFICATION FOR PLUMBING PIPING AND EQUIPMENT 3

220719 PLUMBING PIPING INSULATION 1

221005 PLUMBING PIPING 7

221006 PLUMBING PIPING SPECIALTIES 1

223000 PLUMBING EQUIPMENT 1

224000 PLUMBING FIXTURES 1

DIVISION 23 - HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR-CONDITIONING (HVAC)

230020 GENERAL CONDITIONS & CONTRACT DOCUMENTS 1

230032 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS 1

230033 HVAC COORDINATION 1

230034 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS 1

230037 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS 1

230040 EXECUTION REQUIREMENTS 1

230043 FIRESTOPPING 1

230553 IDENTIFICATION FOR HVAC EQUIPMENT 3

230593 TESTING, ADJUSTING AND BALANCING FOR HVAC 2

230713 DUCT INSULATION 1

230993 CONTROLS 1

231123 FACILITY NATURAL-GAS PIPING 1

233100 HVAC DUCTS AND CASINGS 1

233300 AIR DUCT ACCESSORIES 8

233423 HVAC POWER VENTILATORS 1

233700 AIR OUTLETS AND INLETS 1

237416 PACKAGED ROOFTOP AIR-CONDITIONING UNITS 2

238101 TERMINAL HEAT TRANSFER UNITS 1

DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL

260519 LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES 4

260526 GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 2

260529 HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 3

260533.13 CONDUIT FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 3

260533.16 BOXES FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 3

260553 IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 2

260573 POWER SYSTEM STUDIES 2

260583 WIRING CONNECTIONS 1

260923 LIGHTING CONTROL DEVICES 1

262413 SWITCHBOARDS 2

262416 PANELBOARDS 2

262726 WIRING DEVICES 2

262816.16 ENCLOSED SWITCHES 1

264300 SURGE PROTECTIVE DEVICES 1

265100 INTERIOR LIGHTING 1

DIVISION 28 - ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

284600 FIRE DETECTION AND ALARM 4

SITE WORK SPECIFICATIONS 19

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SECTION 024119

SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

1.01 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes the following:

1. Demolition and removal of selected portions of building or structure.

2. Demolition and removal of selected site elements.

3. Salvage of existing items to be reused or recycled.

B. Related Sections include the following:

1. Division 01 Section "Summary" for use of premises, and phasing, and Owner- occupancy requirements.

2. Division 01 Section "Alternates" for selected demolition work.

3. Division 01 Section "Special Project Procedures" for requirements for work in or

a. adjacent to existing occupied hospital facilities.

4. Division 01 Section "Execution" for cutting and patching procedures.

1.02 DEFINITIONS

A. Remove: Detach items from existing construction and legally dispose of them off-site, unless indicated to be removed and salvaged or removed and reinstalled.

B. Remove and Salvage: Detach items from existing construction and make Owner ready for reuse, store as directed by Owner and/or Contractor. Salvage items shall be identified by Owner or shown on documents prior to bidding.

C. Remove and Reinstall: Detach items from existing construction, prepare them for reuse, and reinstall them where indicated.

D. Existing to Remain: Existing items of construction that are not to be removed and that are not otherwise indicated to be removed, removed and salvaged, or removed and reinstalled.

1.03 SUBMITTALS

A. Qualification Data: For demolition firm refrigerant recovery technician.

B. Schedule of Selective Demolition Activities: Indicate the following:

1. Detailed sequence of selective demolition and removal work, with starting and

a. ending dates for each activity.

2. Interruption of utility services. Indicate how long utility services will be

a. interrupted.

3. Coordination for shutoff, capping, and continuation of utility services.

4. Means of protection for items to remain and items in path of waste removal from building.

C. Inventory: After selective demolition is complete, submit a list of items that have been removed and salvaged.

D. Pre-demolition Photographs or Videotapes: Show existing conditions of adjoining construction and site improvements, including finish surfaces, that might be misconstrued as damage caused by selective demolition operations.

E. Landfill Records: Indicate receipt and acceptance of hazardous wastes by a landfill facility licensed to accept hazardous wastes.

1.04 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Demolition Firm Qualifications: An experienced firm that has specialized in demolition work similar in material and extent to that indicated for this Project.

B. Refrigerant Recovery Technician Qualifications: Certified by an EPA-approved certification program.

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C. Regulatory Requirements: Comply with governing EPA notification regulations before beginning selective demolition. Comply with hauling and disposal regulations of authorities having jurisdiction.

D. Standards: Comply with ANSI A10.6 and NFPA 241.

E. Pre-demolition Conference: Conduct conference at Project site to comply with requirements in

Division 01 Section "Project Management and Coordination." Review methods and procedures related to selective demolition including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Inspect and discuss condition of construction to be selectively demolished.

2. Review structural load limitations of existing structure.

3. Review and finalize selective demolition schedule and verify availability of materials, demolition personnel, equipment, and facilities needed to make progress and avoid delays.

4. Review requirements of work performed by other trades that rely on substrates exposed by selective demolition operations.

5. Review areas where existing construction is to remain and requires protection.

6. Review interim life safety measures to be followed during selective demolition work.

1.05 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Conditions existing at time of inspection for bidding purpose will be maintained by Owner as far as practical.

B. Notify Architect of discrepancies between existing conditions and Drawings before proceeding with selective demolition.

C. Hazardous Materials: It is expected that hazardous materials and Lead Paint will be encountered in the Work. Coordinate removal of Hazardous materials and Lead Paint directly with Owner.

D. Storage or sale of removed items or materials on-site is not permitted.

E. Utility Service: Maintain existing utilities indicated to remain in service and protect them against damage during selective demolition operations.

1.06 WARRANTY

A. Existing Warranties: Remove, replace, patch, and repair materials and surfaces cut or damaged during selective demolition, by methods and with materials so as not to void existing warranties.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 REFERENCE STANDARDS

3.02 EXAMINATION

A. Verify that utilities have been disconnected and capped.

B. Survey existing conditions and correlate with requirements indicated to determine extent of selective demolition required.

C. Inventory and record the condition of items to be removed and reinstalled and items to be removed and salvaged.

D. When unanticipated mechanical, electrical, or structural elements that conflict with intended function or design are encountered, investigate and measure the nature and extent of conflict.

Promptly submit a written report to Architect.

E. Engage a professional engineer to survey condition of building to determine whether removing any element might result in structural deficiency or unplanned collapse of any portion of structure or adjacent structures during selective demolition operations.

F. Survey of Existing Conditions: Record existing conditions by use of preconstruction photographs or preconstruction videotapes.

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1. Before selective demolition or removal of existing building elements that will be reproduced or duplicated in final Work, make permanent record of measurements, materials, and construction details required to make exact reproduction.

G. Perform surveys as the Work progresses to detect hazards resulting from selective demolition activities.

3.03 UTILITY SERVICES AND MECHANICAL/ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

A. Existing Services/Systems: Maintain services/systems indicated to remain and protect them against damage during selective demolition operations.

B. Service/System Requirements: Locate, identify, disconnect, and seal or cap off indicated utility services and mechanical/electrical systems serving areas to be selectively demolished.

1. Arrange to shut off indicated utilities with utility companies.

2. If services/systems are required to be removed, relocated, or abandoned, before proceeding with selective demolition provide temporary services/systems that bypass area of selective demolition and that maintain continuity of services/systems to other parts of building.

3. Cut off pipe or conduit in walls or partitions to be removed. Cap, valve, or plug and seal remaining portion of pipe or conduit after bypassing.

a. Where entire wall is to be removed, existing services/systems may be removed with removal of the wall.

3.04 PREPARATION

A. Site Access and Temporary Controls: Conduct selective demolition and debris- removal operations to ensure minimum interference with roads, streets, walks, walkways, and other adjacent occupied and used facilities.

B. Temporary Facilities: Provide temporary barricades and other protection required to prevent injury to people and damage to adjacent buildings and facilities to remain.

1. Provide protection to ensure safe passage of people around selective demolition area and to and from occupied portions of building.

2. Provide temporary weather protection, during interval between selective

a. demolition of existing construction on exterior surfaces and new construction, to prevent water leakage and damage to structure and interior areas.

3. Protect walls, ceilings, floors, and other existing finish work that are to remain or

a. that are exposed during selective demolition operations.

4. Cover and protect furniture, furnishings, and equipment that have not been removed.

5. Comply with requirements for temporary enclosures, dust control, heating, and cooling specified in Division 01 Section "Special Project Procedures."

C. Temporary Shoring: Provide and maintain shoring, bracing, and structural supports as required to preserve stability and prevent movement, settlement, or collapse of construction and finishes to remain, and to prevent unexpected or uncontrolled movement or collapse of construction being demolished.

1. Strengthen or add new supports when required during progress of selective

a. demolition.

3.05 SELECTIVE DEMOLITION, GENERAL

A. General: Demolish and remove existing construction only to the extent required by new construction and as indicated. Use methods required to complete the Work within limitations of governing regulations and as follows:

1. Proceed with selective demolition systematically, from higher to lower level.

a. Complete selective demolition operations above each floor or tier before disturbing supporting members on the next lower level.

2. Neatly cut openings and holes plumb, square, and true to dimensions required.

a. Use cutting methods least likely to damage construction to remain or adjoining

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b. construction. Use hand tools or small power tools designed for sawing or grinding, not hammering and chopping, to minimize disturbance of adjacent surfaces.

Temporarily cover openings to remain.

3. Cut or drill from the exposed or finished side into concealed surfaces to avoid marring existing finished surfaces.

4. Do not use cutting torches until proper authorization and approvals, including hot

a. work permit, are attained from Owner. Clear flammable materials from work area. At concealed spaces, such as duct and pipe interiors, verify condition and contents of hidden space before starting flame-cutting operations. Maintain fire watch and portable fire-suppression devices during flame-cutting operations.

5. Maintain adequate ventilation when using cutting torches.

6. Remove decayed, vermin-infested, or otherwise dangerous or unsuitable materials and promptly dispose of off-site.

7. Remove structural framing members and lower to ground by method suitable to avoid free fall and to prevent ground impact or dust generation.

8. Locate selective demolition equipment and remove debris and materials so as not to impose excessive loads on supporting walls, floors, or framing.

9. Dispose of demolished items and materials promptly.

B. Dust Control: Provide dust control measures in compliance with Ohio Health "Infection Control Guidelines" included in Division 01.

C. Reuse of Building Elements: Do not demolish building elements beyond what is indicated on Drawings without Architect's approval.

D. Removed and Salvaged Items:

1. Clean salvaged items.

2. Store items in a secure area until delivery to Owner.

3. Transport items to Owner's storage area on-site.

4. Protect items from damage during transport and storage.

E. Removed and Reinstalled Items:

1. Clean and repair items to functional condition adequate for intended reuse.

2. Protect items from damage during transport and storage.

3. Reinstall items in locations indicated. Comply with installation requirements for new materials and equipment. Provide connections, supports, and miscellaneous materials necessary to make item functional for use indicated.

F. Existing Items to Remain: Protect construction indicated to remain against damage and soiling during selective demolition. When permitted by Architect, items may be removed to a suitable, protected storage location during selective demolition and cleaned and reinstalled in their original locations after selective demolition operations are complete.

3.06 SELECTIVE DEMOLITION PROCEDURES FOR SPECIFIC MATERIALS

A. Concrete Slabs-on-Grade: Saw-cut perimeter of area to be demolished, then break up and remove.

B. Roofing: Remove no more existing roofing than can be covered in one day by new roofing and so that building interior remains watertight and weathertight. Refer to Division 07 for new roofing requirements.

1. Remove existing ballast roof membrane, flashings, copings, and roof accessories.

2. Remove existing roofing system down to substrate.

3.07 DISPOSAL OF DEMOLISHED MATERIALS

A. General: Except for items or materials indicated to be recycled, reused, salvaged, reinstalled, or otherwise indicated to remain Owner's property, remove demolished materials from Project site and legally dispose of them in an EPA-approved landfill.

1. Do not allow demolished materials to accumulate on-site.

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2. Remove and transport debris in a manner that will prevent spillage on adjacent surfaces and areas.

3. Remove debris from elevated portions of building by chute, hoist, or other device that will convey debris to grade level in a controlled descent.

B. Burning: Do not burn demolished materials.

C. Disposal: Transport demolished materials off Owner's property and legally dispose of them.

3.08 CLEANING

A. Clean adjacent structures and improvements of dust, dirt, and debris caused by selective demolition operations. Return adjacent areas to condition existing before selective demolition operations began.

END OF SECTION

South Fayette 031000 - 1 CONCRETE FORMWORK

SECTION 031000

CONCRETE FORMWORK

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Form work for cast-in place concrete, with shoring, bracing and anchorage.

B. Openings for other work.

C. Form accessories.

D. Form stripping.

1.02 PRODUCTS INSTALLED BUT NOT FURNISHED UNDER THIS SECTION

A. Section 03 3000 - Cast-In-Place Concrete: Supply of concrete accessories for placement by this section.

B. Section 05 5000 - Metal Fabrications: Supply of metal fabrications for placement by this section.

C. Division 26: Supply of electrical items for placement by this section.

1.03 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Section 03 2000 - Concrete Reinforcement.

B. Section 03 3000 - Cast-in-Place Concrete.

1.04 DESIGN REQUIREMENTS

A. Design, engineer and construct formwork, shoring and bracing to conform to design and code requirements; resultant concrete to conform to required shape, line and dimension.

1.05 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit under provisions of Section 01 3300 – Submittal Procedures.

1.06 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Perform Work in accordance with ACI 347.

B. Maintain one (1) copy of document on site.

1.07 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

A. Conform to applicable code for design, fabrication, erection and removal of formwork.

1.08 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Deliver, store, protect and handle products to site under provisions of Section 01 6000 –

Product Requirements.

B. Store off ground in ventilated and protected manner to prevent deterioration from moisture.

1.09 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate work under provisions of Section 01 30 00 – Administrative Requirements.

B. Coordinate this Section with other Sections of work which require attachment of components to formwork.

C. If formwork is placed after reinforcement resulting in insufficient concrete cover over reinforcement before proceeding, request instructions from Owner’s representative.

PART 2 - 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 WOOD FORM MATERIALS

A. Form Materials: At the discretion of the Contractor.

2.02 PREFABRICATED FORMS

A. At the discretion of the Contractor.

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2.03 FORMWORK ACCESSORIES

A. Form Ties: Removable or Snap-off type, galvanized metal, adjustable length, free of defects that could leave holes larger than one (1) inch in concrete surface.

B. Form Release Agent: Colorless mineral oil which will not stain concrete, or absorb moisture, or impair natural bonding or color characteristics of coating intended for use on concrete;

manufactured by Sika Corporation or approved equal.

C. Dovetail Anchor Slot: Galvanized steel, 22 gage, release tape sealed slots, anchors for securing to concrete formwork; manufactured by Building Product or approved equal.

D. Nails, Spikes, Lag Bolts, Through Bolts, Anchorages: Sized as required, of sufficient strength and character to maintain formwork in place while placing concrete.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 EXAMINATION

A. Verify lines, levels and centers before proceeding with formwork. Ensure that dimensions agree with drawings.

3.02 EARTH FORMS

A. Hand trim sides and bottom of earth forms. Remove loose soil prior to placing concrete.

Properly cut to size plus 2 inches.

3.03 ERECTION - FORMWORK

A. Erect formwork, shoring and bracing to achieve design requirements, in accordance with requirements of ACI 301.

B. Provide bracing to ensure stability of formwork. Shore or strengthen formwork subject to over stressing by construction loads.

C. Arrange and assemble formwork to permit dismantling and stripping. Do not damage concrete during stripping. Permit removal of remaining principal shores.

D. Align joints and make watertight. Keep form joints to a minimum.

3.04 APPLICATION - FORM RELEASE AGENT

A. Apply form release agent on formwork in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations.

B. Apply prior to placement of reinforcing steel, anchoring devices, and embedded items.

C. Do not apply form release agent where concrete surfaces will receive special finishes or applied coverings which are effected by agent. Soak inside surfaces of untreated forms with clean water. Keep surfaces coated prior to placement of concrete.

3.05 INSERTS, EMBEDDED PARTS, AND OPENINGS

A. Provide formed openings where required for items to be embedded in passing through concrete work.

B. Locate and set in place items which will be cast directly into concrete.

C. Coordinate with work of other sections in forming and placing openings, slots, reglets, recesses, sleeves, bolts, anchors, other inserts, and components of other Work.

D. Install accessories in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, straight, level, and plumb.

Ensure items are not disturbed during concrete placement.

E. Provide temporary ports or openings in formwork where required to facilitate cleaning and inspection. Locate openings at bottom of forms to allow flushing water to drain.

F. Close temporary openings with tight fitting panels, flush with inside face of forms, and neatly fitted so joints will not be apparent in exposed concrete surfaces.

3.06 FORM CLEANING

A. Clean forms as erection proceeds, to remove foreign matter within forms.

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B. Clean formed cavities of debris prior to placing concrete.

C. Flush with water or use compressed air to remove remaining foreign matter. Ensure that water and debris drain to exterior through clean-out ports.

D. During cold weather, remove ice and snow from within forms. Do not use de-icing salts. Do not use water to clean out forms, unless formwork and concrete construction proceed within heated enclosure. Use compressed air or other means to remove foreign matter.

3.07 FORMWORK TOLERANCES

A. Construct formwork to maintain tolerances required by ACI 301.

B. Construct and align formwork for elevator hoistway in accordance with ANSI/ASME A17.1.

3.08 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Inspect erected formwork, shoring, and bracing to ensure that work is in accordance with formwork design, and that supports, fastenings, wedges, ties, and items are secure.

3.09 FORM REMOVAL

A. Do not remove forms or bracing until concrete has gained sufficient strength to carry its own weight and imposed loads.

B. Loosen forms carefully. Do not wedge pry bars, hammers, or tools against finish concrete surfaces scheduled for exposure to view.

C. Store removed forms in manner that surfaces to be in contact with fresh concrete will not be damaged. Discard damaged forms.

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SECTION 032000

CONCRETE REINFORCEMENT

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Tension, compression, and temperature-reinforcing steel and welded wire fabric.

1. Reinforcing steel.

2. Welded wire fabric.

1.02 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Codes and Standards: Comply with provisions of the following codes, specifications, and standards, except where more stringent requirements are shown or specified:

1. Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI) Manual of Standard Practice.

1.03 REFERERNCES

A. ACI 301 – Structural Concrete for Buildings.

B. ACI 318 – Building Code Requirements for Reinforced Concrete.

C. ACI SP-66 – American Concrete Institute – Detailing Manual.

D. ASTM A185 – Welded Steel Wire Fabric for Concrete Reinforcement.

E. ASTM A615 – Deformed and Plain Billet Steel Bars for Concrete Reinforcement.

F. AWS D1.4 – Structural Welding Code for Reinforcing Steel.

G. CRSI – Concrete Reinforcing Steel institute – Manual of Practice.

H. CRSI 63 – Recommended Practice for Planning Reinforcing Bars.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.01 MATERIALS

A. Reinforcing Bars (ReBar): ASTM A615, and as follows:

1. Provide Grade 60 for bars No. 3 to 11.

B. Steel Wire: ASTM A82, plain, cold-drawn steel.

C. Welded Wire Fabric (WWF): ASTM A185, welded steel wire fabric.

1. Provide sheet stock only for interior slab on grade (roll stock not acceptable).

D. Supports for Reinforcement (including welded wire fabric): Bolsters, chairs, spacers, and other devices for spacing, supporting, and fastening reinforcement in place.

1. Use wire bar type supports complying with CRSI recommendations, unless otherwise indicated. Do not use wood, brick, and other unacceptable materials.

2. Over waterproof membranes, use precast concrete chairs to prevent penetration of the membrane.

3. For footings, trench footings, slabs on grade, and grade beams use precast concrete bricks (f’c = 4000 psi minimum at 28 days). (Concrete masonry bricks not acceptable.)

4. For concrete masonry bond beams use #3 bar laterally, tied to each longitudinal reinforcing bar below to hold bars apart and up from bottom. Space #3 bars at 48 inches on center.

E. Fibrous Reinforcement: Furnish fibrillated polypropylene fibers as secondary reinforcement only of concrete toppings, in nonstructural slabs on grade, and in structural slab on grade without control joint.

1. Provide one of the following:

a. Polypropylene Fibers: 100 percent collated fibrillated polypropylene fibers with an average length of 3/4 inch, a minimum specific gravity of 0.9, and a minimum tensile strength of 80 ksi. Polypropylene fibers shall be added to the concrete mix at a rate of 1-1/2 pounds per cubic yard.

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b. Antimicrobial Fibers: 100 percent virgin homopolymer polypropylene fibers containing no reprocessed olefin materials. Fibers shall be added to the concrete at a rate of 1- 1/2 pounds per cubic yard.

2. Fiber reinforcement shall require Owner’s representative’s approval for sealed concrete finish locations, for horizontal slab on grade, and toppings over structural elevated slabs only.

a. Not to be used for structural, elevated structural or sloping slabs.

3. Fiber reinforcement is to be used in addition to welded wire fabric.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.01 PLACEMENT

A. Place, support and secure reinforcement against displacement. Do not deviate from required position.

B. Do not displace or damage vapor barrier.

C. Accommodate placement of formed openings.

D. Conform to applicable code for concrete cover over reinforcement.

E. Coordinate placement of reinforcing with use of form release agents.

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SECTION 033000

CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Cast-in-place concrete footings.

B. Slabs on grade.

C. Control, expansion and contraction joint devices associated with concrete work.

D. Equipment pads.

1.02 PRODUCTS FURNISHED BUT NOT INSTALLED UNDER THIS SECTION

A. Section 03 1000 – Concrete Formwork: Placement of joint device and joint device anchors in formwork.

1.03 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Section 32 1313 – Concrete Paving: Sidewalks and curbs.

B. Section 03 1000 - Concrete Formwork: Formwork and accessories.

C. Section 03 2000 – Concrete Reinforcement.

D. Division 26 – Electrical items for casting into concrete.

1.04 REFERENCES

A. All production, fabrication, delivery and installation of products herein specified shall follow the latest edition and applicable sections of the industry standards involved, i.e. ASTM, AISC, ASCE, CSI, PCI, etc.

1.05 SUBMITTALS FOR REVIEW

A. Submit under provisions of Section 01 3300 – Submittal Procedures.

B. Product Data: Provide data on joint devices, attachment accessories and admixtures.

C. Manufacturer’s Installation Instructions: Indicate installation procedures and interface required with adjacent Work.

1.06 PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

A. Submit under provisions of Section 01 7000 – Execution and Closeout Requirements.

B. Accurately record actual locations of embedded utilities and components which are concealed from view.

1.07 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Perform Work in accordance with ACI 301.

B. Maintain one copy of each document on site.

C. Acquire cement and aggregate from same source for all work.

D. Conform to ACI 305R when concreting during hot weather.

E. Conform to ACI 306R when concreting during cold weather.

1.08 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate work under provisions of Section 01 3000 – Administrative Procedures.

B. Coordinate the placement of joint devices with erection of concrete formwork and placement of form accessories.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.01 CONCRETE MATERIALS

A. Cement: ASTM C150, Type I - Normal.

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B. Fine and Coarse Aggregates: ASTM C33.

C. Water: Clean and not detrimental to concrete.

D. Fly Ash: ASTM C618, Type F.

2.02 ADMIXTURES

A. Air Entrainment: ASTM C260; certified by manufacturer to be compatible with other admixtures.

1. Available Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, products that may be incorporated in the Work include, but are not limited to, the following:

a. Holnam, Inc.,1-313-663-1532 – recoverable materials available.

b. Air-Tite, Cormix Construction Chemicals.

c. Air-Mix or Perma-Air, Euclid Chemical Co.

d. Darex AEA or Daravair, W. R. Grace & Company.

e. MB-VR or Micro-Air, Master Builders, Inc.

f. Sealtight AEA, W. R. Meadows, Inc.

g. Sika AER, Sika Corp.

B. Water-Reducing Admixture: ASTM C494, Type A.

1. Available Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, products that may be incorporated in the Work include, but are not limited to, the following:

a. Holnam, Inc.,1-313-663-1532 – recoverable materials available.

b. Chemtard, ChemMasters Corp.

c. PSI N, Cormix Construction Chemicals

d. Eucon WR-75, Euclid Chemical Co.

e. WRDA, W. R. Grace & Company

f. Pozzolith Normal or Polyheed, Master Builders, Inc.

g. Metco, W. R. Metalcrete Industries

h. Prokrete-N, Prokete Industries

i. Plastocrete 161, Sika Corp.

2.03 CURE & SEAL

A. Cure and seal compound conforming to ASTM C-309, manufacturers and products meeting the above requirement as follows:

1. Sonneborn – ‘Kure-N-Seal”.

2. Symons – “Resi-Chem” Clear Cure.

3. Proposed Equals: In accordance with Section 00 2113 - Instructions To Bidders, Article

2.5.

B. Clean floors thoroughly and provide one additional coat on all exposed concrete floors just prior to substantial completion.

C. Refer to drawings and finish schedules for any additional concrete finishes.

2.04 ACCESSORIES

A. Bonding Agent: Latex emulsion; manufactured by Sonneborne Building Products or approved equal.

B. Non-Shrink Grout: Premixed compound consisting of non-metallic aggregate, cement, water reducing and plasticizing agents; capable of developing minimum compressive strength of 2,400 psi in 48 hours and 7,000 psi in 28 days; Embeco 885 manufactured by Master Builders or approved equal in accordance with Section 00 2113 – Instructions To Bidders, Article 2.5.

2.05 JOINT DEVICES AND FILLER MATERIALS

A. Construction Joint Devices for 4”and 6” thick slabs: Integral galvanized steel, formed to tongue and groove profile, knockout holes spaced at 6 inches, ribbed steel spikes with tongue to fit top screed edge; manufactured by Heckman Building Products or approved equal in accordance with Section 00 2113 – Instructions To Bidders, Article 2.5.

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B. Construction Joint Devices for 8”-10” Thick Slabs: Diamond Plate Dowels with sleeves that provide vertical load transfer while allowing both parallel and perpendicular movement at the joint. See drawings for size and spacing.

2.06 CONCRETE MIX

A. Mix and deliver concrete in accordance with ASTM C94, Alternative No. 3.

B. Select proportions for normal weight concrete in accordance with ACI 301, Method C. Provide concrete to the following criteria:

ITEM OR

STRUCTURE

28 DAY

(COMPRESSIVE

STRENGTH)

MAX.

SLUMP

(INCHES)

AIR

CONTENT

WAT/CEM

RATIO

(BY WT.)

MAX. SIZE

AGGREGATE

INCHES

Exterior slabs 4,000 2-4 5-7 0.45 1 Piers, Footings and all concrete below grade unless noted otherwise.

3,000 3-5 0-1 0.55 1

Interior slab 4,000 2-4 0-1 0.45 1 Exterior walls 4,000 2-4 5-7 0.45 1

D. Use accelerating admixtures in cold weather only when approved by Engineer. Use of admixtures will not relax cold weather placement requirements.

E. Use calcium chloride only when approved by Engineer.

F. Use set retarding admixtures during hot weather only when approved by Engineer.

G. Add air entraining agent to normal weight concrete mix for work exposed to exterior.

H. Limit use of flyash to not exceed 25 percent of cement content by weight.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 EXAMINATION

A. Verify site conditions under provisions of Section 01 3000 – Administrative Requirements.

B. Verify requirements for concrete cover over reinforcement.

C. Verify that anchors, seats, plates, reinforcement and other items to be cast into concrete are accurately placed, positioned securely, and will not cause hardship in placing concrete.

D. Locate and install construction, isolation and control joints as indicated or required for the prevention of random cracking.

3.02 PREPARATION

A. Prepare previously placed concrete by cleaning with steel brush and applying bonding agent in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

B. In locations where new concrete is dowelled to existing work, drill holes in existing concrete, insert steel dowels and pack solid with non-shrink grout.

3.03 PLACING CONCRETE

A. Place concrete in accordance with ACI 301.

B. Notify Owner’s representative minimum 24 hours prior to commencement of operations.

C. Ensure reinforcement, inserts, embedded parts, and formed expansion and contraction joints, are not disturbed during concrete placement.

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D. Separate slabs on grade from vertical surfaces with joint filler of thickness shown.

E. Extend joint filler from bottom of slab to within 1/8 inch of finished slab surface.

F. Install joint devices in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

G. Install construction joint devices in coordination with floor slab pattern placement sequence.

Set top to required elevations. Secure to resist movement by wet concrete.

H. Maintain records of concrete placement. Record date, location, quantity, air temperature, and test samples taken.

I. Place concrete continuously between predetermined expansion, control, and construction joints.

J. Do not interrupt successive placement; do not permit cold joints to occur.

K. Saw cut joints within 24 hours after placing. Use 3/16 inch thick blade, cut into 1/4 depth of slab thickness.

L. Screed slabs-on-grade level, maintaining surface flatness of maximum 1/8 inch in 10 ft (unless noted otherwise).

3.04 CONCRETE FINISHING

A. Finish concrete slab surfaces in accordance with ACI 301.

3.05 CURING AND PROTECTION

A. Immediately after placement, protect concrete from premature drying, excessively hot or cold temperatures, and mechanical injury.

B. Maintain concrete with minimal moisture loss at relatively constant temperature for period necessary for hydration of cement and hardening of concrete.

C. Cure slab surfaces in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications.

3.06 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Field inspection and testing will be performed in accordance with ACI 301 and under provisions of Section 01 40 00 – Quality Requirements.

B. Provide free access to Work and cooperate with Owner’s representative.

C. Submit proposed mix design of each class of concrete to the Engineer for review prior to commencement of Work.

D. Tests of cement and aggregates may be performed to ensure conformance with specified requirements.

E. Three concrete test cylinders will be taken for every 75 or less cu. yds. of each class of concrete placed.

F. One additional test cylinder will be taken during cold weather concreting, cured on job site under same conditions as concrete it represents.

G. One slump test will be taken for each set of test cylinders taken.

3.07 PATCHING

A. Allow Owner’s representative to inspect concrete surfaces immediately upon removal of forms.

B. Excessive honeycomb or embedded debris in concrete is not acceptable. Notify Owner’s representative upon discovery.

C. Patch imperfections in accordance with ACI 301.

3.08 DEFECTIVE CONCRETE

A. Defective Concrete: Concrete not conforming to required lines, details, dimensions, tolerances or specified requirements.

B. Repair or replacement of defective concrete will be determined by the Owner’s representative.

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C. Do not patch, fill, touch-up, repair, or replace exposed concrete except upon express direction of the Owner’s representative for each individual area.

South Fayette 040100 - 1 MAINTENANCE OF MASONRY

SECTION 040100

MAINTENANCE OF MASONRY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY

A. Section includes repair of damaged exterior brick and mortar.

B. Related Sections:

1. Section 04 20 00 – Unit Masonry and Mortar.

2. Section 04 51 00 – Masonry Cleaning.

3. Section 04 52 10 – Masonry Pointing.

4. Section 07 90 00 - Joint Protection.

1.02 REFERENCES

A. American Concrete Institute:

1. ACI 530 - Building Code Requirements for Masonry Structures.

2. ACI 530.1 - Specifications for Masonry Structures.

1.03 SUBMITTALS

A. Section 01 33 00 - Submittal Procedures: Submittal procedures.

B. Product Data: Submit product data for all materials to be used.

C. Manufacturer's Installation Instructions: Submit installation procedures for products selected for use, manufacturer's installation instructions and perimeter conditions requiring special attention

1.04 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Perform Work in accordance with ACI 530 and ACI 530.1 requirements.

B. Perform Work in accordance with State of Ohio standards.

1.05 QUALIFICATIONS

A. Manufacturer: Company specializing in manufacturing products specified in this section with minimum three years documented experience.

B. Installer: Company specializing in performing Work of this section with minimum three years documented experience.

1.06 MOCKUP

A. Section 01 40 00 - Quality Requirements: Mockup requirements.

B. Prepare a sample repair in an inconspicuous location approved by the Architect.

1.07 PRE-INSTALLATION MEETINGS

A. Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements: Pre-installation meeting.

B. Convene minimum one week prior to commencing work of this section.

1.08 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Section 01 60 00 - Product Requirements: Product storage and handling requirements.

B. Store mortar ingredients in manufacturer's packaging, or when delivered loose, with adequate weatherproof covering.

1.09 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 01 60 00 - Product Requirements.

B. Cold Weather Requirements: In accordance with ACI 530.1 when ambient temperature or temperature of masonry units is less than 40 degrees Fahrenheit (4.44 degrees Celsius)

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C. Hot Weather Requirements: In accordance with ACI 530.1 when ambient temperature is greater than 100 degrees Fahrenheit (37.78 degrees Celsius) or ambient temperature is greater than 90 degrees Fahrenheit (32.22 degrees Celsius) with wind velocity greater than 8 mph

1.10 SCHEDULING

A. Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements: Coordination and project conditions.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. ASTM C144 - Standard Specification for Aggregate for Masonry Mortar; 2025.

B. ASTM C207 - Standard Specification for Hydrated Lime for Masonry Purposes; 2024.

C. ASTM C404 - Standard Specification for Aggregates for Masonry Grout; 2024.

2.02 BRICK REPAIR

1. Brick Repair Mortar

a. Portland Cement: ASTM C150, Type I or II, except Type III may be used for cold-weather construction. Provide color to match existing.

b. Hydrated Lime: ASTM C207, Type S.

c. Portland Cement-Lime Mix: Packaged blend of Portland cement complying with

ASTM C150, Type I or Type III, and hydrated lime complying with ASTM C207.

d. Aggregate for Mortar: ASTM C144; except for joints less than 1/4-inch thick, use aggregate graded with 100 percent passing the No. 16 sieve.

e. Aggregate for Grout: ASTM C404.

f. Cold-Weather Admixture: Nonchloride, noncorrosive, accelerating admixture complying with ASTM C494, Type C, and recommended by the manufacturer for use in masonry mortar of composition indicated.

g. Water: Potable.

2. Miscellaneous: Manufacturers associated products required for proper installations and finishing.

3. Substitutions: In accordance with Instructions to Bidders.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 EXAMINATION

A. Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements: Coordination and project conditions.

B. Verify surfaces to be cleaned and restored are ready for work of this section.

3.02 PREPARATION

A. Protect elements surrounding work of this section from damage or disfiguration.

B. Immediately remove stains, efflorescence, or other excess resulting from work of this section.

C. Carefully remove and store fixtures, fittings, finishing hardware, accessories D. Close off, seal, mask, and board up areas, landscaping, materials, and surfaces not receiving work of this section to protect from damage.

E. Construct dust proof and weatherproof partitions to close off occupied areas.

3.03 INSTALLATION

A. Brick and mortar repair

a. Cut out deteriorated brick and adjacent materials that have begun to deteriorate.

Remove additional brick as necessary to provide consistent repair edges.

b. Remove loose particles, soil, debris, oil, and other contaminants from existing brick units at locations indicated by cleaning with a stiff-fiber brush.

c. Brush-coat surfaces with a slurry coat of patching mortar complying with manufacturer's written instructions.

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d. Place patching material according to manufacturer’s written instructions. Do not overwork or float the material.

e. Build patch up 1/4 inch (6.35 mm) above surrounding brick. Strike joints to match adjoining brick, allowing recommended setting time.

f. Clean “halo” of patching mortar from surface of stone with a damp sponge.

g. Keep each layer damp for 72 hours or until mortar has set.

h. Unacceptable patches are those with hairline cracks or that show separation from brick at edges, and those that do not match adjoining brick in color or texture.

Remove patches and refill to provide patches free of these defects.

3.04 CLEANING

A. Section 01 70 00 - Execution and Closeout Requirements: Final cleaning.

B. As work proceeds and on completion, remove excess mortar, smears, droppings.

C. Clean surrounding surfaces.

South Fayette 051200 - 1 STRUCTURAL STEEL FRAMING

SECTION 051200

STRUCTURAL STEEL FRAMING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes structural steel and grout.

1.02 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Connections: Provide details of simple shear connections required by the Contract Documents to be selected or completed by structural-steel fabricator to withstand ASD-service loads indicated and comply with other information and restrictions indicated.

1. Select and complete connections using AISC's "Manual of Steel Construction, Allowable

Stress Design.”

1.03 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated.

B. Shop Drawings: Show fabrication of structural-steel components.

C. Welding certificates. Certify welders employed on the Work, verifying AWS qualification within previous 12 months.

D. Mill test reports. Submit indicating structural strength, destructive and non-destructive test analysis.

1.04 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Fabricator Qualifications: A qualified fabricator who participates in the AISC Quality Certification Program and is designated an AISC-Certified Plant, Category SBD.

B. Welding: Qualify procedures and personnel according to AWS D1.1, "Structural Welding Code- -Steel."

C. Comply with applicable provisions of AISC's "Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges."

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.01 STRUCTURAL-STEEL MATERIALS

A. W-Shapes: ASTM A 992/A 992M.

B. Structural M-Shapes: ASTM A36 (A36M) C. Channels, Angles-Shapes: ASTM A 36/A 36M.

D. Plate and Bar: ASTM A 36/A 36M.

E. Cold-Formed Hollow Structural Sections: ASTM A 500, Grade B, structural tubing.

F. Steel Pipe: ASTM A 53/A 53M, Type E or S, Grade B.

G. Welding Electrodes: Comply with AWS requirements.

2.02 BOLTS, CONNECTORS, AND ANCHORS

A. High-Strength Bolts, Nuts, and Washers: ASTM A 325, Type 1, heavy hex steel structural bolts; ASTM A 563 heavy hex carbon-steel nuts; and ASTM F 436 hardened carbon-steel washers.

1. Finish: Hot-dip zinc coating, ASTM A 153/A 153M, Class C.

2. Direct-Tension Indicators: ASTM F 959, Type 325 compressible-washer type.

a. Finish: Mechanically deposited zinc coating, ASTM B 695, Class 50.

B. High-Strength Bolts, Nuts, and Washers: ASTM A 490, Type 1, heavy hex steel structural bolts or tension-control, bolt-nut-washer assemblies with splined ends; ASTM A 563 heavy hex carbon-steel nuts; and ASTM F 436 hardened carbon-steel washers, plain.

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C. Tension-Control, High-Strength Bolt-Nut-Washer Assemblies: ASTM F 1852, Type 1, heavy hex head steel structural bolts with splined ends; ASTM A 563 heavy hex carbon-steel nuts;

and ASTM F 436 hardened carbon-steel washers.

1. Finish: Mechanically deposited zinc coating, ASTM B 695, Class 50.

D. Shear Connectors: ASTM A 108, Grades 1015 through 1020, headed-stud type, cold-finished carbon steel; AWS D1.1, Type B.

E. Headed Anchor Rods: ASTM F 1554, Grade 36, straight.

1. Finish: Hot-dip zinc coating, ASTM A 153/A 153M, Class C.

F. Threaded Rods: ASTM A 36/A 36M.

1. Finish: Hot-dip zinc coating, ASTM A 153/A 153M, Class C.

2.03 PRIMER

A. Primer: Fabricator's standard lead- and chromate-free, nonasphaltic, rust-inhibiting primer.

2.04 GROUT

A. Nonmetallic, Shrinkage-Resistant Grout: ASTM C 1107, factory-packaged, nonmetallic aggregate grout, noncorrosive, nonstaining, mixed with water to consistency suitable for application and a 30-minute working time.

2.05 FABRICATION

A. Structural Steel: Fabricate and assemble in shop to greatest extent possible. Fabricate according to AISC's "Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges" and AISC's "Specification for Structural Steel Buildings--Allowable Stress Design and Plastic Design."

1. Fabricate connections for bolt, nut, and washer connectors.

2. Develop required camber for members.

B. Shear Connectors: Prepare steel surfaces as recommended by manufacturer of shear connectors. Use automatic end welding of headed-stud shear connectors according to AWS D1.1 and manufacturer's written instructions.

2.06 SHOP CONNECTIONS

A. High-Strength Bolts: Shop install high-strength bolts according to RCSC's "Specification for

Structural Joints Using ASTM A 325 or A 490 Bolts" for type of bolt and type of joint specified.

1. Joint Type: Snug tightened.

B. Weld Connections: Comply with AWS D1.1 for welding procedure specifications, tolerances, appearance, and quality of welds and for methods used in correcting welding work.

2.07 SHOP PRIMING

A. Shop prime steel surfaces except the following:

1. Surfaces embedded in concrete or mortar. Extend priming of partially embedded members to a depth of 2 inches.

2. Surfaces to be field welded.

3. Surfaces to be high-strength bolted with slip-critical connections.

4. Surfaces to receive sprayed fire-resistive materials.

5. Galvanized surfaces.

B. Surface Preparation: Clean surfaces to be painted. Remove loose rust and mill scale and spatter, slag, or flux deposits. Prepare surfaces according to the following specifications and standards:

1. Section 09 9113 – Exterior Painting

2. Section 09 9123 – Interior Painting

C. Priming: Immediately after surface preparation, apply primer according to manufacturer's written instructions and at rate recommended by SSPC to provide a dry film thickness of not less than 1.5 mils. Use priming methods that result in full coverage of joints, corners, edges, and exposed surfaces.

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2.08 SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL

A. Owner will engage an independent testing and inspecting agency to perform shop tests and inspections and prepare test reports. Comply with testing and inspection requirements of Part 3, Article "Field Quality Control."

B. Correct deficiencies in Work that test reports and inspections indicate does not comply with the Contract Documents.

C. In addition to visual inspection, shop-welded shear connectors will be tested and inspected according to requirements in AWS D1.1 for stud welding.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 ERECTION

A. Examination: Verify elevations of concrete- and masonry-bearing surfaces and locations of anchor rods, bearing plates, and other embedments, with steel erector present, for compliance with requirements.

1. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

B. Set structural steel accurately in locations and to elevations indicated and according to AISC's "Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges" and "Specification for Structural Steel Buildings--Allowable Stress Design and Plastic Design."

C. Base and Bearing Plates: Clean concrete- and masonry-bearing surfaces of bond-reducing materials, and roughen surfaces prior to setting base and bearing plates. Clean bottom surface of base and bearing plates.

1. Set base and bearing plates for structural members on wedges, shims, or setting nuts as required.

2. Weld plate washers to top of base plate.

3. Snug-tighten anchor rods after supported members have been positioned and plumbed.

Do not remove wedges or shims but, if protruding, cut off flush with edge of base or bearing plate before packing with grout.

4. Promptly pack grout solidly between bearing surfaces and base or bearing plates so no voids remain. Neatly finish exposed surfaces; protect grout and allow to cure. Comply with manufacturer's written installation instructions for shrinkage-resistant grouts.

D. Maintain…