A10_Amend_2_Attach_12_SEG_and_SB_Combined_Specifications_7-31-2024_0002.pdf

Region 5 Pacific Southwest Standard Engine Garage and Barracks

PROJECT TITLE PAGE

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DOCUMENT 000101 - PROJECT TITLE PAGE

1.1 PROJECT MANUAL VOLUME 1

A. STANDARD ENGINE GARAGE AND BARRACKS

B. US FOREST SERVICE PACIFIC SOUTHWEST REGION 5

C. <Insert city, state>.

D. Owner Project No.

E. Architect Project No.

F. Region 5 Pacific Southwest

G. 1323 Club Drive, Vallejo, CA 94592

H. Phone: 707-562-8737 TTY: 707-562-9240 FAX: 707-562-9130

I. Website: https://www.fs.usda.gov/

J. Issued: February 15, 2023

K. Copyright 2023 US FOREST SERVICE REGION 5 PACIFIC SOUTHWEST All rights reserved.

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DOCUMENT 002113 - INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

1.1 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

1. Note that products listed throughout this specification are the basis of design for reasons including but not limited to performance, cost, and aesthetics. References in the specifications to equipment, material, articles, or patented processes by trade name, make, or catalog number, shall be regarded as establishing a standard of quality and shall not be construed as limiting competition.

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SECTION 015719 INDOOR AIR QUALITY (IAQ) MANAGEMENT

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes:

1. Special requirements for Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) management during construction operations.

a. Control of emissions during construction.

b. Moisture control during construction.

2. Procedures for testing baseline IAQ. Baseline lAQ requirements specify maximum indoor pollutant concentrations for acceptance of the facility.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Definitions pertaining to sustainable development: As defined in ASTM E2114.

B. Adequate ventilation: Ventilation, including air circulation and air changes, required to cure materials, dissipate humidity, and prevent accumulation of particulates, dust, fumes, vapors, or gases.

C. Hazardous Materials: Any material that is regulated as a hazardous material in accordance with 49 CFR 173, requires a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.1200, or which during end use, treatment, handling, storage, transportation or disposal meets or has components which meet or have the potential to meet the definition of a Hazardous Waste in accordance with 40 CFR 261.

Throughout this specification, hazardous material includes hazardous chemicals.

1. Hazardous materials include pesticides, biocides, and carcinogens as listed by recognized authorities, such as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC).

D. Indoor Air Quality (IAQ): The composition and characteristics of the air in an enclosed space that affect the occupants of that space. The indoor air quality of a space refers to the relative quality of air in a building with respect to contaminants and hazards and is determined by the level of indoor air pollution and other characteristics of the air, including those that impact thermal comfort such as air temperature, relative humidity and air speed.

E. Interior final finishes: Materials and products that will be exposed at interior, occupied spaces; including flooring, wallcovering, finish carpentry, and ceilings.

F. Packaged dry products: Materials and products that are installed in dry form and are delivered to the site in manufacturer's packaging; including carpets, resilient flooring, ceiling tiles, and insulation.

G. Wet products: Materials and products installed in wet form, including paints, sealants, adhesives, special coatings, and other materials which require curing.

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1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Inspection and Testing Lab Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years experience in performing the types of testing specified herein.

1.4 PRECONSTRUCTION MEETING

A. After award of Contract and prior to the commencement of the Work, schedule and conduct a meeting with Owner and Architect to discuss the proposed IAQ Management Plan and to develop mutual understanding relative to details of environmental protection.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Management Plan: Not less than 10 days before the Pre-construction meeting, prepare and submit an IAQ Management Plan including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Procedures for control of emissions during construction.

a. Identify schedule for application of interior finishes.

2. Procedures for moisture control during construction.

a. Identify porous materials and absorptive materials.

b. Identify schedule for inspection of stored and installed absorptive materials.

3. Revise and resubmit Plan as required by Owner.

a. Approval of Contractor’s Plan will not relieve the Contractor of responsibility for compliance with applicable environmental regulations.

B. Product Data:

1. Submit product data for filtration media used during construction and during operation. Include Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value (MERV).

2. Submit air pressure difference maps for each mode of operation of HVAC.

3. Material Safety Data Sheets: Submit MSDSs for inclusion in Operation and

Maintenance Manual for the following products.

a. Adhesives.

b. Floor and wall patching/leveling materials.

c. Caulking and sealants.

d. Insulating materials.

e. Solid surface materials

f. Flooring

g. Paint.

h. Clear finish for wood surfaces.

i. Lubricants.

j. Cleaning products.

C. Inspection and Test Reports:

1. Moisture control inspections.

2. Moisture content testing.

3. Moisture penetration testing.

4. Microbial Growth testing.

PART 2 EXECUTION

2.1 IAQ MANAGEMENT - EMISSIONS CONTROL

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A. During construction operations:

1. Provide IAQ management that includes compliance with ASHRAE Standard 62

2. provide sequencing of finish materials

3. pre-occupancy flush out of the building

B. HVAC Protection:

1. Seal return registers during construction operations.

2. Provide temporary exhaust during construction operations

3. To the greatest extent possible, isolate and/or shut down the return side of the HVAC system during construction. When ventilation system must be operational during construction activities, provide temporary filters.

4. Use materials and products with low pollutant emissions, including adhesives, sealants, paints, carpet systems, and furnishings.

5. Manage, minimize, and monitor these potential sources of emissions including but not limited to the following:

Indoor Pollutant or Pollutant Class Potential Sources Environmental Tobacco Smoke Lighted cigarettes, cigars, pipes Combustion Contaminants Furnaces, generators, gas or kerosene space heaters, tobacco products, outdoor air, vehicles.

Biological Contaminants Wet or damp materials, cooling towers, humidifiers, cooling coils or drain pans, damp duct insulation or filters, condensation, re-entrained sanitary exhausts, bird droppings, cockroaches or rodents, dust mites on upholstered furniture or carpeting, body odors.

Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) Paints, stains, varnishes, solvents, pesticides, adhesives, wood preservatives, waxes, polishes, cleansers, lubricants, sealants, dyes, air fresheners, fuels, plastics, copy machines, printers, tobacco products, perfumes, dry cleaned clothing.

Formaldehyde Particle board, plywood, cabinetry, insulation, furniture, fabrics.

Soil gases (radon, sewer gas, VOCs, methane) Soil and rock (radon), sewer drain leak, dry drain traps, leaking underground storage tanks, land fill

Pesticides Termiticides, insecticides, rodenticides, fungicides, disinfectants, herbicides.

Particles and Fibers Printing, paper handling, smoking and other combustion, outdoor sources, deterioration of materials, construction/renovation, vacuuming, insulation.

C. Source Control: Provide low and zero VOC materials as specified.

D. Pathway Interruption: Isolate areas of work as necessary to prevent contamination of clean or occupied spaces. Provide pressure differentials and/or physical barriers to protect clean or occupied spaces.

E. Housekeeping: During construction, maintain project and building products and systems to prevent contamination of building spaces.

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F. Temporary Ventilation: Provide an ACH (air changes per hour) of 1.5 or more and as follows:

1. Provide minimum 48 hour pre-ventilation of packaged dry products prior to installation. Remove from packaging and ventilate in a secure, dry, well-ventilated space free from strong contaminant sources and residues. Provide a temperature range of 60 degrees F minimum to 90 degree F maximum continuously during the ventilation period. Do not ventilate within limits of Work unless otherwise approved by Architect.

2. Provide adequate ventilation during and after installation of interior wet products and interior final finishes.

3. Provide filtration media with a Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value (MERV) of 8 as determined by ASHRAE 52.2 during construction. Coordinate with work of Division 23 (15), Heating Ventilating and Air Conditioning (HVAC).

G. Scheduling: Schedule construction operations involving wet products prior to packaged dry products to the greatest extent possible.

H. Flush-Out: After construction ends, prior to occupancy and with all interior finishes installed, perform a building flush-out by supplying a total air volume of 14,000 cu.ft. of outdoor air per sq.ft. of floor area while maintaining an internal temperature of at least 60 degrees F and relative humidity no higher than 60%.

3.2 IAQ MANAGEMENT - MOISTURE CONTROL

A. Housekeeping:

1. Keep materials dry. Protect stored on-site and installed absorptive materials from moisture damage.

2. Verify that installed materials and products are dry prior to sealing and weatherproofing the building envelope.

3. Install interior absorptive materials only after building envelope is sealed and weatherproofed.

B. Inspections: Document and report results of inspections; state whether of not inspections indicate satisfactory conditions.

1. Examine materials for dampness as they arrive. If acceptable to COR dry damp materials completely prior to installation; otherwise, reject materials that arrive damp.

2. Examine materials for mold as they arrive and reject materials that arrive contaminated with mold.

3. Inspect stored and installed absorptive materials regularly for dampness and mold growth. Inspect weekly and after each rain event.

a. Where stored on-site or installed absorptive materials become wet, notify COR.

Inspect for damage. If acceptable to COR, dry completely prior to closing in assemblies; otherwise, remove and replace with new materials.

4. Crawl space: Monitor crawl space humidity and dehumidify when relative humidity is greater than 85 percent for more than 2 weeks or at the first sign of mold growth.

5. Site drainage: Verify that final grades of site work and landscaping drain surface water and ground water away from the building.

6. Weatherproofing: Inspect moisture control materials as they are being installed.

Include the following:

a. Air barrier: Verify air barrier is installed without punctures and/or other damage.

Verify air barrier is sealed completely.

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b. Flashing: Verify correct shingling of the flashing for roof, walls, windows, doors, and other penetrations.

c. Insulation layer: Verify insulation is installed without voids.

d. Roofing: In accordance with ASTM D7186 Standard Practice for Quality

Assurance Observation of Roof Construction and Repair

6. Plumbing: Verify satisfactory pressure test of pipes and drains is performed before closing in and insulating lines.

7. HVAC: Inspect HVAC system as specified in Section 01 91 00 (01810) –

Commissioning.

And inspect HVAC to verify:

1. condensate pans are sloped and plumbed correctly

2. condensate pumps are plumbed correctly

3. access panels are installed to allow for inspection and cleaning of coils and ductwork downstream of coils

4. ductwork and return plenums are air sealed

5. duct insulation is installed and sealed

6. chilled water line and refrigerant line insulation are installed and sealed

C. Schedule:

1. Schedule work such that absorptive materials, including but not limited to porous insulations, paper-faced gypsum board, ceiling tile, and finish flooring, are not installed until they can be protected from rain and construction-related water.

2. Weather-proof as quickly as possible. Schedule installation of moisture-control materials, including but not limited to air barriers, flashing, exterior sealants and roofing, at the earliest possible time.

D. Testing for Moisture Content: Test moisture content of porous materials and absorptive materials to ensure that they are dry before sealing them into an assembly. Document and report testing results. Where tests are not satisfactory, dry materials and retest. If satisfactory results cannot be obtained with retest, remove and replace with new materials.

1. Concrete: Moisture test prior to finish flooring application. Test per one or more of the following; unless otherwise indicated, acceptable upper limits for concrete are < 4% top inch; < 85% headspace RH; <3 lbs/1000ft2/day:

a. ASTM D4263 Test Method for Indicating Moisture in Concrete by the Plastic

Sheet Method

b. ASTM F1869 Test Method for Measuring Moisture Vapor Emission Rate of

Concrete Subfloor Using Anhydrous Calcium Chloride

c. ASTM F2170 Test Method for Determining Relative Humidity in Concrete Floor

Slabs Using In Situ Probes

2. Wood: Moisture test as per ASTM D4444 - Standard Test Methods for Use and

Calibration of Hand-Held Moisture Meters; unless otherwise indicated acceptable upper limits for wood products are < 20% at center of piece; < 15% at surface.

3. Gypsum Board, Gypsum Plaster, Insulation, and other absorptive materials:

Moisture test with a Pinless Moisture Meter to assess patterns of moisture, if any.

E. Testing for Moisture Penetration:

1. Windows: Test as per ASTM E1105 Test Method for Field Determination of Water Penetration of Installed Exterior Windows, Skylights, Doors, and Curtain Walls by Uniform or Cyclic Static Air Pressure Difference; unless otherwise indicated, acceptable upper limits are no leakage for 15 minutes.

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2. Horizontal Waterproofing (not roofing): Test as per ASTM D5957 Standard Guide for Flood Testing Horizontal Waterproofing Installations; acceptable upper limits are no leakage for 15 minutes.

4. Exterior Walls:

a. Air tightness of the enclosure test: ASTM E779 Standard Test Method for

Determining Air Leakage Rate by Fan Pressurization or ASTM E1827 Standard Test Methods for Determining Air Tightness of Buildings Using an Orifice Blower Door; The measured air leakage shall not exceed 0. .0977 CFM/sf (the testing unit enclosure area at a pressure differential of 0.2 inch water gauge (75 Pa).

b. Water Leakage: Review as per ASTM E2128 Standard Guide for Evaluating Water Leakage of Building Walls.

F. Testing for Support of Microbial Growth: Test and report in accordance with ASTM

D6329 Standard Guide for Developing Methodology for Evaluating the Ability of Indoor Materials to Support Microbial Growth Using Static Environmental Chambers. Indicate susceptibility of product or material to colonization and amplification of microorganisms.

Identify microorganisms and conditions of testing.

1. Normal conditions: Perform testing at 35 degrees Centigrade and 50 percent relative humidity.

2. Extreme conditions: Perform worst case scenarios screening tests by providing an atmosphere where environmental conditions may be favorable for microbial growth.

3. Perform testing for the following:

a. gypsum board

b. SIPS

END OF SECTION

ROUGH CARPENTRY

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SECTION 061000 - ROUGH CARPENTRY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Wood products.

2. Wood-preservative-treated lumber.

3. Dimension lumber framing.

4. Miscellaneous lumber.

5. Plywood backing panels.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Boards or Strips: Lumber of less than 2 inches nominal (38 mm actual) size in least dimension.

B. Dimension Lumber: Lumber of 2 inches nominal (38 mm actual) size or greater but less than 5 inches nominal (114 mm actual) size in least dimension.

C. Exposed Framing: Framing not concealed by other construction.

D. Lumber grading agencies, and abbreviations used to reference them, include the following:

1. NeLMA: Northeastern Lumber Manufacturers' Association.

2. NLGA: National Lumber Grades Authority.

3. SPIB: The Southern Pine Inspection Bureau.

4. WCLIB: West Coast Lumber Inspection Bureau.

5. WWPA: Western Wood Products Association.

1.3 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each type of process and factory-fabricated product. Indicate component materials and dimensions and include construction and application details.

1. Include data for wood-preservative treatment from chemical treatment manufacturer and certification by treating plant that treated materials comply with requirements. Indicate type of preservative used and net amount of preservative retained.

2. Include data for fire-retardant treatment from chemical treatment manufacturer and certification by treating plant that treated materials comply with requirements. Include physical properties of treated materials based on testing by a qualified independent testing agency.

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3. For fire-retardant treatments, include physical properties of treated lumber both before and after exposure to elevated temperatures, based on testing by a qualified independent testing agency in accordance with ASTM D5664.

4. For products receiving a waterborne treatment, include statement that moisture content of treated materials was reduced to levels specified before shipment to Project site.

B. Sustainable Design Submittals:

1. Coatings must be tested and determined compliant in accordance with California

Department of Public Health (CDPH) Standard Method v1.1–2010, using the applicable exposure scenario.

2. VOC Content Requirements for Wet Applied Products: All paints and coatings wet-applied on site must meet the applicable VOC limits of the California Air Resources Board (CARB) 2007, Suggested Control Measure (SCM) for Architectural Coatings, or the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) Rule 1113, effective February 5, 2016.

3. Methylene chloride and perchloroethylene shall not be intentionally added in paints, coatings, adhesives, or sealants.

4. Indicate VOC content.

5. Compliance with UL 2818 GREENGUARD Certification Program for Chemical

Emissions for Building Materials, Finishes and Furnishings

6. Compliance with California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Standard Method

V1.2-2017 using the applicable exposure scenario(s).

7. Compliance with UL GREENGUARD Certified standards for low chemical emissions into indoor air during product usage.

1.4 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Material Certificates:

1. For dimension lumber specified to comply with minimum allowable unit stresses.

Indicate species and grade selected for each use and design values approved by the ALSC Board of Review.

2. For preservative-treated wood products. Indicate type of preservative used and net amount of preservative retained.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Qualification Data: For Installer.

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Stack wood products flat with spacers beneath and between each bundle to provide air circulation. Protect wood products from weather by covering with waterproof sheeting, securely anchored. Provide for air circulation around stacks and under coverings.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 WOOD PRODUCTS

A. Lumber: Comply with DOC PS 20 and applicable rules of grading agencies indicated. If no grading agency is indicated, comply with the applicable rules of any rules-writing agency certified by the ALSC Board of Review. Grade lumber by an agency certified by the ALSC Board of Review to inspect and grade lumber under the rules indicated.

1. Factory mark each piece of lumber with grade stamp of grading agency.

2. For exposed lumber indicated to receive a stained or natural finish, mark grade stamp on end or back of each piece.

3. Where nominal sizes are indicated, provide actual sizes required by DOC PS 20 for moisture content specified. Where actual sizes are indicated, they are minimum dressed sizes for dry wood products.

B. Maximum Moisture Content:

1. Boards: 15 percent.

2. Dimension Lumber: 15 percent for 2-inch nominal (38-mm actual) thickness or less; 19 percent for more than 2-inch nominal (38-mm actual) thickness, unless otherwise indicated.

2.2 WOOD-PRESERVATIVE-TREATED LUMBER

A. Preservative Treatment by Pressure Process: AWPA U1, Use categories as follows:

1. UC2: Interior construction not in contact with ground but may be subject to moisture.

Include the following items:

a. Wood sills, sleepers, blocking, furring, stripping, and similar concealed members in contact with masonry or concrete.

b. Wood framing and furring attached directly to the interior of below-grade exterior masonry or concrete walls.

c. Wood floor plates that are installed over concrete slabs-on-grade.

2. UC3A (Commodity Specification A): Coated sawn products in exterior construction not in contact with ground but exposed to all weather cycles including intermittent wetting.

Include the following items:

a. Wood cants, nailers, curbs, equipment support bases, blocking, stripping, and similar members in connection with roofing, flashing, vapor barriers, and waterproofing.

b. Wood framing members that are less than 18 inches (460 mm) above the ground in crawlspaces or unexcavated areas.

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3. UC4A (Commodity Specification A): Non-critical sawn products in contact with ground and exposed to all weather cycles including continuous or prolonged wetting, and sawn products not in contact with ground but with ground contact-type hazards or that are critical or hard to replace. Include the following items:

a. Wood framing members that are less than 12 inches (152 mm) above the ground.

b. Joists and beams when they are difficult to maintain, repair, or replace and are critical to the performance and safety of the entire system/construction.

c. Preservative Chemicals: Acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction and containing no arsenic or chromium. Do not use inorganic boron (SBX) for sill plates.

d. For exposed items indicated to receive a stained or natural finish, chemical formulations are not to require incising, contain colorants, bleed through, or otherwise adversely affect finishes.

e. After treatment, redry boards and dimension lumber to 19 percent maximum moisture content.

4. UC4B (Commodity Specification A): Critical or difficult-to-replace sawn products in contact with ground and exposed to all weather cycles including continuous or prolonged wetting, high decay potential, and salt water splash. Include all rough carpentry.

5. Kiln-dry lumber after treatment to a maximum moisture content of 19 percent. Do not use material that is warped or that does not comply with requirements for untreated material.

6. Mark lumber with treatment quality mark of an inspection agency approved by the ALSC Board of Review.

7. For exposed lumber indicated to receive a stained or natural finish, mark end or back of each piece

B. Application: Treat all rough carpentry unless otherwise indicated.

1. Wood cants, nailers, curbs, equipment support bases, blocking, stripping, and similar members in connection with roofing, flashing, vapor barriers, and waterproofing.

2. Wood sills, sleepers, blocking, furring, stripping, and similar concealed members in contact with masonry or concrete.

3. Wood framing and furring attached directly to the interior of below-grade exterior masonry or concrete walls.

4. Wood framing members that are less than 18 inches (460 mm) above the ground in crawlspaces or unexcavated areas.

5. Wood floor plates that are installed over concrete slabs-on-grade.

2.3 DIMENSION LUMBER FRAMING

A. Non-Load-Bearing Interior Partitions by Grade: Construction or No. 2 grade.

1. Application: All interior partitions

2. Species:

a. Hem-fir (north); NLGA.

b. Southern pine or mixed southern pine; SPIB.

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c. Spruce-pine-fir; NLGA.

d. Hem-fir; WCLIB, or WWPA.

e. Spruce-pine-fir (south); NeLMA, WCLIB, or WWPA.

f. Northern species; NLGA.

g. Eastern softwoods; NeLMA.

h. Western woods; WCLIB or WWPA.

B. Load-Bearing Partitions by Grade: Construction or No. 2 grade.

1. Application: Exterior walls and interior load-bearing partitions.

2. Species:

a. Hem-fir (north); NLGA.

b. Southern pine; SPIB.

c. Douglas fir-larch; WCLIB or WWPA.

d. Spruce-pine-fir; NLGA.

e. Douglas fir-south; WWPA.

f. Hem-fir; WCLIB or WWPA.

g. Douglas fir-larch (north); NLGA.

h. Spruce-pine-fir (south); NeLMA, WCLIB, or WWPA.

C. Load-Bearing Partitions by Performance: Any species and grade with a modulus of elasticity of at least 1,300,000 psi (8970 MPa) and an extreme fiber stress in bending of at least 700 psi (4.83 MPa) for 2-inch nominal (38-mm actual) thickness and 12-inch nominal (286-mm actual) width for single-member use.

1. Application: Exterior walls and interior load-bearing partitions.

D. Ceiling Joists: Construction or No. 2 grade.

1. Species:

a. Hem-fir (north); NLGA.

b. Southern pine; SPIB.

c. Douglas fir-larch; WCLIB or WWPA.

d. Douglas fir-larch (north); NLGA.

e. Spruce-pine-fir; NLGA.

f. Hem-fir; WCLIB or WWPA.

g. Douglas fir-south; WWPA.

h. Spruce-pine-fir (south); NeLMA, WCLIB, or WWPA.

i. Northern species; NLGA.

j. Eastern softwoods; NeLMA.

k. Western woods; WCLIB or WWPA.

E. Joists, Rafters, and Other Framing by Grade: Construction or No. 2 grade or higher grade as required to meet structural requirements.

1. Species:

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a. Hem-fir (north); NLGA.

b. Southern pine; SPIB.

c. Douglas fir-larch; WCLIB or WWPA.

d. Spruce-pine-fir; NLGA.

e. Douglas fir-south; WWPA.

f. Hem-fir; WCLIB or WWPA.

g. Douglas fir-larch (north); NLGA.

h. Spruce-pine-fir (south); NeLMA, WCLIB, or WWPA.

A. Joists, Rafters, and Other Framing by Performance: Any species and grade with a modulus of elasticity of at least 1,300,000 psi (8970 MPa) and an extreme fiber stress in bending of at least 700 psi (4.83 MPa) for 2-inch nominal (38-mm actual) thickness and 12-inch nominal (286-mm actual) width for single-member use.

B. Exposed Framing: Hand-select material indicated to receive a stained or natural finish for uniformity of appearance and freedom from characteristics, on exposed surfaces and edges, that would impair finish appearance, including decay, honeycomb, knotholes, shake, splits, torn grain, and wane.

1. Species and Grade:

a. As indicated above for load-bearing construction of same type.

b. Hem-fir (north); Select Structural grade; NLGA.

c. Southern pine; Select Structural grade; SPIB.

d. Douglas fir-larch; Select Structural grade; WCLIB or WWPA.

e. Mixed southern pine; Select Structural grade; SPIB.

f. Spruce-pine-fir; Select Structural grade; NLGA.

2.4 MISCELLANEOUS LUMBER

A. Provide miscellaneous lumber indicated and lumber for support or attachment of other construction, including the following:

1. Blocking.

2. Nailers.

3. Rooftop equipment bases and support curbs.

4. Cants.

5. Furring.

6. Grounds.

7. Utility shelving.

B. Dimension Lumber Items: Construction or No. 2 of the following species:

1. Hem-fir (north); NLGA.

2. Mixed southern pine or southern pine; SPIB.

3. Spruce-pine-fir; NLGA.

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4. Hem-fir; WCLIB or WWPA.

5. Spruce-pine-fir (south); NeLMA, WCLIB, or WWPA.

6. Western woods; WCLIB or WWPA.

C. Concealed Boards: 15 percent maximum moisture content and the following species and grades:

1. Mixed southern pine or southern pine; No. 2 grade; SPIB.

2. Hem-fir or hem-fir (north); Construction or No. 2 Common grade; NLGA, WCLIB, or

WWPA.

D. Roofing Nailers: Structural- or No. 2-grade lumber or better; kiln-dried Douglas fir, southern pine, or wood having similar decay-resistant properties.

E. For blocking not used for attachment of other construction, Utility, Stud, or No. 3 grade lumber of any species may be used provided it is cut and selected to eliminate defects that will interfere with its attachment and purpose.

F. For furring strips for installing plywood or hardboard paneling, select boards with no knots capable of producing bent-over nails and damage to paneling.

2.5 FASTENERS

A. General: Fasteners are to be of size and type indicated and comply with requirements specified in this article for material and manufacture. Provide nails or screws, in sufficient length, to penetrate not less than 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) into wood substrate.

1. Where rough carpentry is exposed to weather, in ground contact, pressure-preservative treated, or in area of high relative humidity, provide fasteners with hot-dip zinc coating complying with ASTM A153/A153M or ASTM F2329.

B. Nails, Brads, and Staples: ASTM F1667.

C. Power-Driven Fasteners: Fastener systems with an evaluation report acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, based on ICC-ES AC70.

D. Post-Installed Anchors: Fastener systems with an evaluation report acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, based on ICC-ES AC01 or ICC-ES AC308 as appropriate for the substrate.

2.6 METAL FRAMING ANCHORS

A. Post Bases: Adjustable-socket type for bolting in place with standoff plate to raise post 1 inch (25 mm) above base and with 2-inch- (50-mm-) minimum side cover, socket 0.062 inch (1.6 mm) thick, and standoff and adjustment plates 0.108 inch (2.8 mm) thick.

B. Joist Ties: Flat straps, with holes for fasteners, for tying joists together over supports.

1. Width: 1-1/4 inches (32 mm).

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2. Thickness: 0.062 inch (1.6 mm).

3. Length: 24 inches (600 mm)

C. Rafter Tie-Downs: Bent strap tie for fastening rafters or roof trusses to wall studs below, 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) wide by 0.050 inch (1.3 mm) thick. Tie fastens to side of rafter or truss, face of top plates, and side of stud below.

D. Rafter Tie-Downs (Hurricane or Seismic Ties): Bent strap tie for fastening rafters or roof trusses to wall studs below, 2-1/4 inches (57 mm) wide by 0.062 inch (1.6 mm) thick. Tie fits over top of rafter or truss and fastens to both sides of rafter or truss, face of top plates, and side of stud below.

E. Floor-to-Floor Ties: Flat straps, with holes for fasteners, for tying upper floor wall studs to band joists and lower floor studs, 1-1/4 inches (32 mm) wide by 0.050 inch (1.3 mm) thick by 36 inches (914 mm) long.

F. Hold-Downs: Brackets for bolting to wall studs and securing to foundation walls with anchor bolts or to other hold-downs with threaded rods and designed with first of two bolts placed seven bolt diameters from reinforced base.

1. Bolt Diameter: 5/8 inch (15.8 mm).

2. Width: 2-1/2 inches (64 mm).

3. Body Thickness: 0.138 inch (3.5 mm).

4. Base Reinforcement Thickness: 0.108 inch (2.8 mm)

G. Wall Bracing:

1. T-shaped bracing made for letting into studs in saw kerf, 1-1/8 inches (29 mm) wide by 9/16 inch (14 mm) deep by 0.034 inch (0.85 mm) thick with hemmed edges.

2. Angle bracing made for letting into studs in saw kerf, 15/16 by 15/16 by 0.040 inch (24 by 24 by 1 mm) thick with hemmed edges.

H. Materials: Unless otherwise indicated, fabricate from the following materials:

1. Galvanized-Steel Sheet: Hot-dip, zinc-coated steel sheet complying with ASTM A653/A653M, G60 (Z180) coating designation.

a. Use for interior locations unless otherwise indicated.

2. Heavy-Galvanized-Steel Sheet: Hot-dip, zinc-coated steel sheet complying with ASTM A653/A653M; structural steel (SS), high-strength low-alloy steel Type A (HSLAS Type A), or high-strength low-alloy steel Type B (HSLAS Type B); G185 (Z550) coating designation; and not less than 0.036 inch (0.9 mm) thick.

a. Use for wood-preservative-treated lumber and where indicated.

3. Stainless steel bars and shapes complying with ASTM A276/A276M, Type 316.

a. Use for exterior locations and where indicated.

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2.7 MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS

A. Sill-Sealer Gaskets:

1. Closed-cell neoprene foam, 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) thick, selected from manufacturer's standard widths to suit width of sill members indicated.

B. Adhesives for Gluing Furring and Sleepers to Concrete or Masonry: Formulation complying with ASTM D3498 that is approved for use indicated by adhesive manufacturer.

C. Water-Repellent Preservative: NWWDA-tested and -accepted formulation containing 3-iodo-2-propynyl butyl carbamate, combined with an insecticide containing chlorpyrifos as its active ingredient.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Framing Standard: Comply with AF&PA's WCD 1, "Details for Conventional Wood Frame Construction," unless otherwise indicated.

B. Set work to required levels and lines, with members plumb, true to line, cut, and fitted. Fit rough carpentry accurately to other construction. Locate furring, nailers, blocking, grounds, and similar supports to comply with requirements for attaching other construction.

C. Install plywood backing panels by fastening to studs; coordinate locations with utilities requiring backing panels.

D. Install metal framing anchors to comply with manufacturer's written instructions. Install fasteners through each fastener hole.

E. Install sill sealer gasket to form continuous seal between sill plates and foundation walls.

F. Install sill sealer gasket/termite barrier in accordance with manufacturer's written instructions at the underside of wall bottom track or rim track and at the top of foundation wall or slab at stud or joist locations.

G. Do not splice structural members between supports unless otherwise indicated.

H. Provide blocking and framing as indicated and as required to support facing materials, fixtures, specialty items, and trim.

1. Provide metal clips for fastening gypsum board or lath at corners and intersections where framing or blocking does not provide a surface for fastening edges of panels. Space clips not more than 16 inches (406 mm) o.c.

I. Sort and select lumber so that natural characteristics do not interfere with installation or with fastening other materials to lumber. Do not use materials with defects that interfere with

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J. Comply with AWPA M4 for applying field treatment to cut surfaces of preservative-treated lumber.

1. Use inorganic boron for items that are continuously protected from liquid water.

2. Use copper naphthenate for items not continuously protected from liquid water.

K. Where wood-preservative-treated lumber is installed adjacent to metal decking, install continuous flexible flashing separator between wood and metal decking.

L. Securely attach rough carpentry work to substrate by anchoring and fastening as indicated, complying with the following:

1. Table 2304.10.1, "Fastening Schedule," in ICC's International Building Code (IBC).

2. ICC-ES evaluation report for fastener.

M. Securely attach roofing nailers to substrates by anchoring and fastening to withstand bending, shear, or other stresses imparted by Project wind loads and fastener-resistance loads as designed in accordance with ASCE/SEI 7.

N. Use steel common nails unless otherwise indicated. Select fasteners of size that will not fully penetrate members where opposite side will be exposed to view or will receive finish materials.

Make tight connections between members. Install fasteners without splitting wood. Drive nails snug but do not countersink nail heads unless otherwise indicated.

3.2 INSTALLATION OF WOOD BLOCKING AND NAILERS

A. Install where indicated and where required for screeding or attaching other work. Form to shapes indicated and cut as required for true line and level of attached work. Coordinate locations with other work involved.

B. Attach wood blocking to substrates to support applied loading. Recess bolts and nuts flush with surfaces unless otherwise indicated.

C. Attach wood roofing nailers securely to substrate to resist the designed outward and upward wind loads indicated on Drawings and in accordance with ANSI/SPRI ED-1, Tables A6 and A7.

3.3 INSTALLATION OF WOOD FURRING

A. Install level and plumb with closure strips at edges and openings. Shim with wood as required for tolerance of finish work.

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3.4 INSTALLATION OF CEILING JOIST AND RAFTER FRAMING

A. Ceiling Joists: Install with crown edge up and complying with requirements specified above for floor joists. Face nail to ends of parallel rafters.

1. Where ceiling joists are at right angles to rafters, provide additional short joists parallel to rafters from wall plate to first joist; nail to ends of rafters and to top plate, and nail to first joist or anchor with framing anchors or metal straps. Provide 1-by-8-inch nominal- (19-by-184-mm actual-) size or 2-by-4-inch nominal- (38-by-89-mm actual-) size stringers spaced 48 inches (1200 mm) o.c. crosswise over main ceiling joists.

B. Rafters: Notch to fit exterior wall plates and use metal framing anchors. Double rafters to form headers and trimmers at openings in roof framing, if any, and support with metal hangers.

Where rafters abut at ridge, place directly opposite each other and nail to ridge member or use metal ridge hangers.

1. At valleys, provide double-valley rafters of size indicated or, if not indicated, of same thickness as regular rafters and 2 inches (50 mm) deeper. Bevel ends of jack rafters for full bearing against valley rafters.

2. At hips, provide hip rafter of size indicated or, if not indicated, of same thickness as regular rafters and 2 inches (50 mm) deeper. Bevel ends of jack rafters for full bearing against hip rafter.

C. Provide collar beams (ties) as indicated or, if not indicated, provide 1-by-6-inch nominal- (19-by-140-mm actual-) size boards between every third pair of rafters, but not more than 48 inches (1219 mm) o.c. Locate below ridge member, at third point of rafter span. Cut ends to fit roof slope and nail to rafters.

D. Provide special framing as indicated for eaves, overhangs, dormers, and similar conditions if any.

3.5 PROTECTION

A. Protect wood that has been treated with inorganic boron (SBX) from weather. If, despite protection, inorganic boron-treated wood becomes wet, apply EPA-registered borate treatment.

Apply borate solution by spraying to comply with EPA-registered label.

END OF SECTION 061000

STRUCTURAL INSULATED PANELS

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SECTION 061200 - STRUCTURAL INSULATED PANELS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes: Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) and accessories.

1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

A. Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) consist of oriented strand board (OSB) laminated with a structural adhesive to an expanded polystyrene insulation core and SIP manufacturer-supplied accessories.

B. SIP manufacturer-supplied accessories.

1.3 REFERENCES

A. ANSI/APA PRS 610.1- Standard for Performance Rated Structural Insulated Panels in Wall Applications.

B. ASTM C578- Standard Specification for Rigid, Cellular Polystyrene Thermal Insulation.

C. ASTM D7446- Standard Specification for Structural Insulated Panel (SIP) Adhesives for Laminating Oriented Strand Board (OSB) to Rigid Cellular Polystyrene Thermal Insulation Core Materials.

D. DOC PS 2- Performance Standard for Wood-Based Structural-Use Panels.

E. ICC-ES AC05- Acceptance Criteria for Sandwich Panel Adhesives.

1.4 PRE-INSTALLATION MEETINGS

A. Pre-Installation Conference: Conduct meeting to verify Project requirements, foundation/structural system/substrate conditions, SIP manufacturer’s installation instructions, SIP manufacturer’s warranty requirements, and requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Manufacturer Qualifications:

1. SIPA Membership: Provide certificate indicating SIPs manufacturer is a Structural

Insulated Panel Association (SIPA) manufacturing member in good standing.

2. Product Code Report: Provide copy of manufacturer’s product code report.

3. Quality Assurance Program: Provide evidence of manufacturer’s third party quality assurance program.

B. Installer: Installer shall have at least one of the following qualifications:

1. Field supervisor having completed SIPA Registered Builder Education Building with SIPs Training Program.

2. Field supervisor having completed Carpenters International Training Fund (CITF) Program on Structural Insulated Panels.

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3. Field supervisor having completed training provided by the SIP manufacturer.

4. Field Supervisor shall have a minimum of three verifiable SIP installations in successful service.

C. Professional Engineer: Experienced professional engineer licensed in the Project jurisdiction.

D. SIP Manufacturer's Installation Instructions: Instructions shall be available onsite.

1.5 SUSTAINABLE DESIGN SUBMITTALS

A. Coatings must be tested and determined compliant in accordance with California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Standard Method v1.1–2010, using the applicable exposure scenario.

B. VOC Content Requirements for Wet Applied Products: All paints and coatings wet-applied on site must meet the applicable VOC limits of the California Air Resources Board (CARB) 2007, Suggested Control Measure (SCM) for Architectural Coatings, or the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) Rule 1113, effective February 5, 2016.

C. Methylene chloride and perchloroethylene shall not be intentionally added in paints, coatings, adhesives, or sealants.

D. Indicate VOC content.

E. Compliance with UL 2818 GREENGUARD Certification Program for Chemical Emissions for Building Materials, Finishes and Furnishings F. Compliance with California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Standard Method V1.2-

2017 using the applicable exposure scenario(s).

G. Compliance with UL GREENGUARD Certified standards for low chemical emissions into indoor air during product usage.

1.6 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For SIPs and accessories.

B. Shop Drawings: Show fabrication, layout, supports required by this Section, and installation details for SIPs.

1. Indicate locations of structural supports not specified in this Section.

2. Indicate location and type of field-installed lumber.

3. Indicate type, size, and spacing requirements for fasteners.

4. Indicate location, size, and spacing of horizontal and vertical electrical chases.

C. Delegated Design: For SIPs indicated to comply with performance requirements and design criteria, including analysis data signed and sealed by the qualified professional engineer responsible for their preparation.

1.7 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Qualification Data: For Manufacturer and Installer.

B. Product Code Report: For SIPs, from ICC-ES or another independent evaluation agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction.

1. Label each SIP with identification of third-party inspection agency and evaluation report number.

1.8 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Warranty: Executed copy of manufacturer warranty meeting requirements of Warranty Article.

1.9 DELIVERY, STORAGE, & HANDLING

A. Handling:

1. Note that SIPS are the finished product exposed to view by building occupants. SIPS must be handled as a finished product to keep them fully intact and without damage.

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2. Protect SIPS during moving, handling, delivery, and storage to prevent damage and retain finished appearance.

3. Unload and move SIPs using forklift or other means that fully support SIPs. Do not handle SIPs by top facing only.

B. Support: SIPs and SIP Accessories to be stored a minimum of 3 inches above ground/surface. Support SIPs flat on minimum of 3 in. wide stickers with length equal to the width of the SIPs with stickers placed no further than eight feet on center, or equivalent.

C. Protection: Protect SIPs and SIP Accessories from exposure to the elements when stored onsite. Cover stored SIPs and SIP Accessories with secured protective covering.

1.10 WARRANTY

A. SIP Manufacturer Warranty: Warranty against material failure of SIPs installed according to manufacturer's instructions by qualified installer under normal use.

1. Warranty Period: Twenty (20) years from date of Substantial Completion.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Delegated Design: Engage a qualified professional engineer to design structural components.

B. Structural Performance: SIPs shall withstand the effects of design loads shown on approved

SIP Manufacturer’s shop drawings without exceeding allowable design working stresses.

Specifier: Indicate minimum load requirements here. Revise "Design Loads" Subparagraph below and include applicable live, dead, snow, collateral, seismic, wind, and uplift loads, and load combinations.

1. Design Loads: As indicated on Structural Drawings.

2. Design Loads:

a. Design Wind Speed:

b. Live Loads (Roof):

c. Live Loads (Floor):

Specifier: Indicate Maximum Deflection under Design Loads.

3. Maximum Deflection under Design Loads:

a. Roof SIPs: Vertical deflection of [L/180] [L/240] [L/360] of span.

b. Wall SIPs: Vertical deflection of [L/180] [L/240] [L/360] of span

2.2 MANUFACTURERS

A. Basis of Design Manufacturer: Provides SIPs products by Shell Building Systems or comparable products of one of the following:

B. Manufacturers: Subject to requirements of the Contract Documents, provide SIPs by one of the following:

1. Shell Building Systems, 1340 Bollinger Canyon Road, Moraga, CA 94556, ShellBuildingSystems.com Greg@ShellBuildingSystems.com

2. Big Sky Insulations Inc., 15 Arden Drive, Belgrade, MT 59714.

www.bigskyrcontrol.com contact@bigskyrcontrol.com

3. Enercept Inc., 3100 9th Avenue SE, Watertown, SD 57201.www.enercept.com http://www.bigskyrcontrol.com/ mailto:contact@bigskyrcontrol.com http://www.enercept.co/

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4. Energy Panel Structures Inc., 102 East Industrial Park, Graettinger, IA 51342.

www.epsbuildings.com lbergum@epsbuildings.com

5. Extreme Panel Technologies Inc., 475 E 4th Street, Cottonwood, MN 56229.

www.extremepanel.com info@extremepanel.com

6. Fischer SIPS, 1844 Northwestern Parkway, Louisville, KY 40203 www.fischersips.com sales@fischersips.com

7. Foard Panel Inc., 53 Stow Drive, West Chesterfield, NH 03466. www.foardpanel.com pete@foardpanel.com

8. General Panel Corporation, 2604 Sunset Drive, Grenada, MS 38902.

www.generalpanel.com panelhead@me.com

9. Insulspan SIPs by Plasti-Fab, 600 Chester Road, Delta, BC, Canada V3M 5Y3.

www.insulspan.com insulspan@insulspan.com

C. Limitations: Obtain SIPs from a single SIP manufacturer. Obtain SIP accessories from SIP manufacturer or as recommended by SIP manufacturer.

2.3 STRUCTURAL INSULATED PANELS (SIPs)

A. SIPs shall consist of the following panel construction:

1. Expanded polystyrene insulation core complying with ASTM C578 Type I.

2. Exterior - oriented strand board (OSB) facing in conformance with DOC PS 2 and complying with ANSI/APA PRS 610.1 Table 2.

3. Interior – OSB (Oriented Strand Board)

4. Adhesive complying with the requirements of ASTM D7446 or ICC-ES AC05.

5. All wall and roof panels to have manufacturer’s standard pre-cut electrical chases.

B. SIP Walls:

1. 4 in. thick SIP with:

a. R-value of 14 and a U-value of 0.071 at 75 deg. F.

b. R-value of 16 and a U-value of 0.063 at 40 deg. F.

2. 6 in. thick SIP with:

a. R-value of 21 and a U-value of 0.048 at 75 deg. F.

b. R-value of 24 and a U-value of 0.042 at 40 deg. F.

3. 8 in. thick SIP with:

a. R-value of 28 and a U-value of 0.036 at 75 deg. F.

b. R-value of 31 and a U-value of 0.032 at 40 deg. F.

C. SIP Roof:

1. 10 in. thick SIP with:

a. R-value of 35 and a U-value of 0.029 at 75 deg. F.

b. R-value of 39 and a U-value of 0.026 at 40 deg. F.

2. 12 in. thick SIP with:

a. R-value of 42 and a U-value of 0.024 at 75 deg. F.

b. R-value of 47 and a U-value of 0.021 at 40 deg. F.

2.1 SIP ACCESSORIES

A. Splines: Splines for joining SIPs in accordance with SIP manufacturer’s shop drawings shall be supplied by SIP manufacturer.

B. Sealant: Sealant for sealing SIPs in accordance with SIP manufacturer’s instructions shall be supplied by SIP manufacturer.

C. SIP Screws: SIP manufacturer-provided screws for attachment of SIPs in accordance with SIP manufacturer’s instructions.

mailto:info@enercept.com http://www.epsbuildings.com/ mailto:lbergum@epsbuildings.com http://www.extremepanel.com/ mailto:info@extremepanel.com http://www.fischersips.com/ mailto:sales@fischersips.com http://www.foardpanel.com/ mailto:pete@foardpanel.com http://www.generalpanel.com/ mailto:panelhead@me.com http://www.insulspan.com/ mailto:insulspan@insulspan.com

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D. Nails: Nails for attachment of SIP connections in accordance with SIP manufacturer’s instructions shall be supplied by SIP manufacturer.

E. SIP Tape: Tape for sealing SIP joints in accordance with SIP manufacturer’s instructions shall be supplied by SIPs manufacturer.

F. Lumber: Lumber required for installation of SIPs in accordance with SIP manufacturer’s instructions shall be supplied by SIP manufacturer.

1. Pressure-Treated Wood Sill Plate: Refer to Section 061000 "Rough Carpentry."

2. Other Lumber: Refer to Section 061000 "Rough Carpentry."

B. Capillary Break Material: Material required for installation of SIPs in accordance with the SIP manufacturer’s written instructions.

C. Neoprene Isolation Gasket: Gasket seal to reduce airborne and impact noise by SoundAway or equal.

3. Meets UL 94HF-1

4. Closed cell, neoprene foam, EPDM, SBR Blend

5. Smooth one side, adhesive on opposite side

6. Fire rating: FMVSS-302 Pass, UL 94HF-1 Pass, UL Listed (UL508, UL50)

7. Hardness Shore 00: 50 +/- 5, ASTM D-2240

8. Compression Deflection (25%) 7 +/- 2 psi, ASTM D 1056

9. Tensile Strength 100 psi, ASTM D 412

10. Service Temperature: -40 F to 200 F, up to 250 F

11. Intermittent Water Absorption: <5%, ASTM D 1056

12. Thickness as required to fill gaps between materials and provide sound isolation at material transitions.

2.2 FABRICATION

A. Sizes: Fabricate SIPs in accordance with approved SIP manufacturer’s shop drawings.

B. Manufacturer Stamps are only to be stamped on hidden side of SIPS roof and wall panels.

No stamps are to be visible on the visible interior side of SIPS.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Site Verification: Verify conditions of foundation/structural system/substrate and other conditions which affect installation of SIPs. Verify bearing requirements and substrate tolerances meet SIP manufacturer's written requirements.

B. Report non-complying conditions in writing to the SIP manufacturer and the design professional. Proceed with installation once non-complying conditions are corrected.

3.2 INSTALLATION OF SIPS, GENERAL

A. Installation: Handle and install SIPs in…