32 1825 All-Weather Synthetic Track Surface RESPRAY, 04-2025.pdf

ALMONT COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

SECTION 32 1825

ALL-WEATHER SYNTHETIC TRACK SURFACE – (RESPRAY)

ALL-WEATHER SYNTHETIC TRACK SURFACE - RESPRAY

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SECTION 32 1825 – ALL-WEATHER SYNTHETIC TRACK SURFACE (RESPRAY)

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section is a part of the entire set of Contract Documents and shall be coordinated with the applicable provisions of the other parts.

1.2 SCOPE OF WORK

A. The work under this section of the specification shall consist of furnishing all labor, materials and equipment to produce, place, spread, and finish to proper grade and cross section, an all-weather synthetic track surface.

1.3 PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

A. Thickness ≥ 13mm (full depth), ±5mm (re-spray) B. Force Reduction 35-50% C. Modified Vertical Deformation 0.6-1.8mm D. Friction ≥ 47 TRRL Skid Resistance E. Tensile Strength ≥ 0.5 MPa F. Elongation at Break ≥ 40%

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Reference Standards

1. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM):

a. F 2157-09 Synthetic Surfaced Running Tracks

B. Each Bidder shall submit color samples with their bid.

C. The manufacturer must have ten (10) uninterrupted years of experience compounding polyurethane and for athletic surfacing under the same corporation name. The installer must have ten (10) years experience installing the specified system with the same polyurethane. This is applicable for the polyurethane alternates only.

D. The synthetic track surface shall be installed by authorized applicators of the approved manufacturer, acceptable to the Owner. The Owner reserves the right to final acceptance with regards to any installers. The manufacturer must attest to the work previously completed by each person installing the work. The Installation Contractor shall be solely responsible for the following:

1. Protection of the surface until it has fully cured.

2. Removal of all excess rubber crumb and binder on the inside and outside edges.

3. All material used shall be handled, shipped and installed as outlined in the Material Safety

Data Sheets and according to current O.A.S.H.A. Standards.

4. Disposal of all products as per current EPA Regulations.

5. Inspection and acceptance of the asphalt surface, prior to manning the site.

6. Verify all-weather surface dimensions on plans, details, and field prior to track surface installation.

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7. Submission of an affidavit acknowledging each crew member, to be assigned to this project has read the Material Safety Data Sheets and is familiar with all safety procedures and the proper handling of all materials.

8. Submission of the Material Safety Data Sheets prior to the material arrival. Submission shall be in triplicate and the job superintendent shall maintain a copy on the site at all times.

E. The work shall conform to standards for running track construction as prescribed or approved by the

National Federation of State High School Associations (NFSHSA) Track and Field Rule Book and American Sports Builders Association (ASBA) Track Construction Manual. Installer must be a member of the American Sports Builders Association (ASBA).

F. Base Bid shall be Black and not be less than 13mm total thickness. This depth shall be measured from the top of asphalt to the top of the continuous surface. (ie. to the top of the binder, not to the top of the projecting rubber corners)

1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. Each Bidder shall submit one (1) sample, not less than 3" X 3" with each surface being bid. All samples shall represent the exact surface being bid. These samples will be used to determine the most qualified surface.

B. Each Bidder shall submit a complete installation specification with the bid and any items that are regarded as technical guidelines for the installation of the surface that varies from the specification, include maintenance instructions and recommendations.

C. Each Bidder are required to submit a list of facilities that have been installed under this product name. List to include four (4) to five (5) year old surface installations with contact person, and telephone number.

D. Contractor must submit copies, in triplicate, of the Material Data Safety Sheets (MSDS) for all products to be used, before materials are delivered to the site.

1.6 TESTING

A. The Owner shall reserve the right to submit the surface to the following tests to determine the surface performance. Any section of the track that is found to be unacceptable by these standards shall be removed and replaced in a proper workmanship-like manner.

B. The sample size shall be approximately one (1) square foot. The samples shall be taken for testing and not replaced. A sample shall be taken for every four thousand (4,000) square feet. If the surface is acceptable, the Owner will accept the responsibility of the testing cost and the replacement cost for surface areas.

C. The above performance characteristics shall be a part of the overall performance of the surface.

The data that shall be obtained from the above testing will be the factors that will determine the final acceptance of the surface if the above tests are required.

D. The installation Contractor will be responsible for all tests that fail the above characteristics. The

Owner reserves the right to submit the surface to the above tests at any time during the length of the guarantee. Consideration will be given to the time and use of the surface.

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1.7 WARRANTY

A. Warranty: Furnish 5 year written warranty, executed by Applicator and Contractor, certifying that the track and field surfacing complies with the following:

1. Has been manufactured, applied, and will perform in accordance with these and the manufacturer's specifications.

2. Will hold fast and/or adhere to the primer, asphalt, concrete, edging filler, patches, or overlay materials.

3. Is Ultra-Violet resistant, will not bubble, blister, fade, crack or wear excessively during the warranty period.

4. Provide a five (5) year manufacturer's warranty against workmanship and materials on the synthetic surface.

1.8 DELIVERY AND STORAGE

A. The Owner shall provide a secure, clean, dry location for storage of materials at 50 ⁰F to 85⁰F temperature minimum. Outdoor storage must be fully protected from moisture by a covering with 10 mil polyethylene fill and tarpaulin. All materials stored outside shall be inspected by installer for moisture contamination before application. Manufacturer recommends materials are to be stored at a secure/locked facility.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 ACCEPTABLE SYSTEMS FOR TERRA COTTA EDPM STRUCTURAL SPRAY:

BSS-100 by: Benyon Sports Surfaces Hunt Valley, MD 21030

(410) 771-9473

POLYMAT SS: by: Fisher Tracks, Inc.

Boone, IA 50036

(800) 432-3191

GTS SELECT SS by: Goddard Coatings Lake Orion, MI 48359

(248) 393-6320

POLYTRAC MS: by: Star Trac Southfield, MI 48034

(248) 354-2304

CONIPUR SP by: Conica Ltd.

Hendersonville, TN 37075

(615) 991-4358

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 SITE CONDITIONS

A. Installation shall not take place if adjacent or concurrent construction generates excessive dust, abrasives or any other by-product that, in the opinion of the installer, would be harmful to the track material, until completion of such works.

B. If, in the opinion of the installer of the synthetic material, the weather and/or climatic conditions are detrimental to the proper installation of the surfacing materials, work shall be delayed until conditions are acceptable. Required installation temperature is 50 ⁰F and rising, with overnight temperature not less than 40 ⁰F. Installation shall be executed only in dry conditions. There will be no installation after October 1.

C. To prevent shadowing, all existing track markings (with the exception of lane lines) must be covered or ”blacked out” with track-colored product prior to structural spray application.

3.2 TOP SURFACE

A. This work shall consist of a blend of pigmented polyurethane and colored Ethylene Propylene Diene

Monomer (EPDM) granules. The top surface shall be applied in multiple coats of two or more over the black base mat at the rate of 1.8 lbs. per square yard per coat (minimum 2-coat application).

B. Granules shall be an ambient ground EPDM rubber crumb having a peroxide cure. The size of the material shall not be less than 0.5 mm and not more than 1.5 mm. The mixture shall include a fine content (dust) not to exceed ten percent (10%).

C. Binder shall be pigmented polyurethane mixture of Methylene Diphenylene Isocyanide. The pigmented binder shall consist of a two (2) part mixture. The ratio of Polyol to binder shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. The catalyst shall be added at the mixing site, if necessary.

D. The material ratio of the top surface shall consist of sixty percent (60%) binder (Polyol-binder) and forty percent (40%) EPDM granules. The spray operation shall be performed when the average wind velocity does not exceed five (5) to seven (7) mph. This operation shall be stopped immediately at this excess.

E. The Owner shall reserve the right to have an anemometer on the site at this time. All work shall be protected from over spray outside the limits of the asphalt base.

F. Final color and appearance shall be consistent along with the texture of the surface at all angles.

G. No flooding or excess material over two (2) square feet shall be accepted. Excessive flooding constitutes poor workmanship and shall be reviewed and corrections determined at that time.

END OF SECTION 32 1825

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SAMPLE TRACK WARRANTY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section is a part of the entire set of Contract Documents and shall be coordinated with the applicable provisions of the other parts.

1.2 NOTE

A. The installation Contractor will be responsible for all tests that fail the specified characteristics. The

Owner reserves the right to submit the surface to the above tests at any time during the length of the guarantee. Consideration will be given to the time and use of the surface.

1.3 GUARANTEE

A. The Contractor shall be required to guarantee all labor, materials, workmanship and services for the All Weather Synthetic Track Surface and Track Markings.

B. This guarantee shall remain in force for a period of not less than FIVE (5) YEARS from the date of written acceptance of the work.

C. Any defects caused by cracks, normal abrasion or raveling that is not in original conformance with the testing specifications or structural in nature shall be repaired or replaced at no cost to the Owner during this guarantee period.

D. This Contractor shall be required to submit the following documents in regard to the guarantee:

1. Letter from the manufacturer of all materials attesting to the guarantee length and limits. This must be signed by an officer of the organization.

2. Letter of Guarantee from the Installation Contractor for the above time period.

3. These documents shall be submitted to the Architect or Owner prior to final payment.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

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