36C10F18R0473-022.pdf

Renovate Building 86 Jonathan M. Wainwright Memorial

VA Medical Center Walla Walla, Washington

Specifications Volume 2

Department of Veteran Affairs

Project Number 687-400

Submittal

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

RENOVATE BUILDING 86

JONATHAN M. WAINWRIGHT MEMORIAL VA MEDICAL CENTER

PROJECT 687-400

SUBMITTAL –

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section 00 01 10

Volume 2

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES

10 11 13 Chalkboards and Marker boards 10-11

10 11 23 Tack boards 11-11

10 13 00 Directories 11-11

10 14 00 Signage 11-11

10 21 13 Toilet Compartments 05-12

10 21 16 Shower and Dressing Compartments 11-11

10 21 23 Cubicle Curtain Tracks 11-11

10 22 26.13 Accordion Folding Partitions

10 26 00 Wall and Door Protection 01-11

10 28 00 Toilet, Bath, and Laundry Accessories 11-11

10 44 13 Fire Extinguisher Cabinets 11-11

DIVISION 11 – EQUIPMENT

11 05 12 General Motor Requirements for Equipment 11-11

11 71 01 Medical Washing and Sterilizing Equipment 01-11

11 73 00 Ceiling Mounted Patient Lift System 07-10

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS

12 24 00 Window Shades 11-11

12 24 21 Lightproof Shades 11-11

12 31 00 Manufactured Metal Casework 04-11

12 32 00 Manufactured Wood Casework 11-11

12 36 00 Countertops 05-10

DIVISION 13 - SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

13 05 41 Seismic Restraint Requirements for Non-structural

Components

13 49 00 Radiation Protection 07-11

13 49 00.01 Shielding Report

DIVISION 14– CONVEYING EQUIPMENT

14 21 11 Traction Cartlift 06-11

DIVISION 21- FIRE SUPPRESSION

21 10 00 Water-Based Fire-Suppression Systems 09-11

02-01-13

00 01 10-2

21 13 13 Wet-Pipe Sprinkler Systems 05-08

DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING

22 05 11 Common Work Results for Plumbing 04-11

22 05 12 General Motor Requirements for Plumbing Equipment 12-09

22 05 19 Meters and Gages for Plumbing Piping 02-10

22 05 23 General-Duty Valves for Plumbing Piping 12-09

22 07 11 Plumbing Insulation 05-11

22 08 00 Commissioning of Plumbing Systems 07-10

22 11 00 Facility Water Distribution 05-11

22 11 23 Domestic Water Pumps 11-10

22 13 00 Facility Sanitary and Vent Piping 12-09

22 14 00 Facility Storm Drainage 12-09

22 35 00 Domestic Water Heat Exchangers 02-10

22 40 00 Plumbing Fixtures 03-11

22 67 19.16 Reverse-Osmosis Water Equipment 02-11

22 68 00 Oil Free Air Compressors

DIVISION 23 – HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR

CONDITIONING (HVAC)

23 05 11 Common Work Results for HVAC 11-10

23 05 12 General Motor Requirements for HVAC and Steam

Generation Equipment

11-10

23 05 41 Noise and Vibration Control for HVAC Piping and

Equipment

11-10

23 05 93 Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC 05-11

23 07 11 HVAC and Boiler Plant Insulation 05-11

23 08 00 Commissioning of HVAC 07-10

23 09 23 Direct-Digital Control System for HVAC 09-11

23 21 13 Hydronic Piping 09-12

23 21 23 Hydronic Pumps 02-10

23 22 13 Steam and Condensate Heating Piping 03-10

23 22 23 Steam Condensate Pumps 02-10

23 25 00 HVAC Water Treatment 02-10

23 31 00 HVAC Ducts and Casings 04-11

23 34 00 HVAC Fans 11-09

23 36 00 Air Terminal Units 03-10

23 37 00 Air Outlets and Inlets 11-09

23 40 00 HVAC Air Cleaning Devices 02-12

23 56 00 Solar Energy Heating System 01-13

23 64 00 Packaged Water Chillers 04-11

23 73 00 Indoor Central-Station Air-Handling Units 04-11

23 81 00 Decentralized Unitary HVAC Equipment 02-11

23 82 00 Convection Heating and Cooling Units 04-11

23 82 16 Air Coils 04-11

JONATHAN M. WAINWRIGHT SECTION 10 11 13

MEMORIAL VA MEDICAL CENTER CHALKBOARDS AND MARKERBOARDS

BUILDING 86 RENOVATION

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PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. This section specifies chalkboards, marker boards and related items.

B. Boards may be either factory or field assembled.

C. Where shown, assemble either chalkboards or marker boards with tack boards into a single unit.

1.2 RELATED WORK

Color of aluminum anodic coating chalkboard and marker board writing surface: Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

Boards shall be the products of one manufacturer.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA AND SAMPLES.

B. Shop Drawings: Identifying all parts by name and material and showing design, construction, installation, anchorage and relation to adjacent construction.

C. Manufacturer's Literature and Data:

1. Chalkboard.

2. Marker board

D. Samples:

1. Chalkboard and marker board writing surface, 300 by 300 mm (six by six inches), each color, mounted on backing.

2. Integrally colored anodized aluminum, 300 mm (six inch) length.

3. Each accessory (after approval, may be used in the work).

1.5 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

A. The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referenced in the text by the basic designation only.

B. American National Standards (ANSI):

Z97.1-09 ...........................................Safety Glazing Materials Used in Buildings - Safety Performance

Specifications and Methods of Test C. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM):

B221/B221M-08 ..............................Aluminum and Aluminum Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Shapes and Tubes

C1036-06 .........................................Flat Glass C1048-04 .........................................Heat-Treated Flat Glass-Kind HS, Kind FT Coated and Uncoated Glass F104-03(R2009) ...............................Nonmetallic Gasket Materials

D. Composite Panel Association (CPA):

A208.1-09 ........................................Particleboard A135.4-04 ........................................Basic Hardboard

E. Porcelain Enamel Institute (PEI) 1001-11 ...........................................Architectural Porcelain Enamel

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

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2.1 CHALKBOARD AND MARKERBOARD

Chalkboards and marker boards shall consist of a writing surface, snap on aluminum frame, chalk/marker trough, mullions, display rail and accessories, grounds and other items specified and shown.

2.2 FABRICATION

A. Materials:

1. Aluminum, extruded: ASTM B221.

2. Backing: Hardboard, AHBA A135.4 or particleboard, CPA A208.1.

B. Components:

1. Writing Surface: Factory assembly consisting of face sheet of 24 gauge sheet steel with porcelain enamel board texture finish conforming to PEI 1001, laminated to a hardboard or particleboard backing, 9 mm to 13 mm (3/8 to 1/2-inch) thick, and a 0.13 mm (0.005-inch) thick aluminum foil back sheet laminated to back-face.

2. Frames (Trim): Extruded aluminum, 1.5 mm (0.060-inch) thick, snap-on type, approximate face width 44 mm (1-3/4 inch), depth and configuration as required to return to wall and engage clips.

3. Trough: Extruded aluminum, 2.34 mm (0.092-inch) thick, not less than 75 mm (3-inch) projection from writing surface with grooved top surface, closed ends and return to wall surface at underside.

Design to be snap-on type with concealed fasteners.

4. Accessories: Fabricate from aluminum with holders from spring steel. Design to suit display rail.

Furnish accessories as follows:

Lineal mm (feet) of rail

Accessory Type per accessory

Combination map hook and paper holder. ____915 mm (3 feet)___

Roller map bracket with thumb screw. ___1220 mm (4 feet)___

5. Mullions: Snap-on type, same material and face width as frames, designed to finish flush with frame.

6. Grounds: Continuous zinc-coated (galvanized) steel or extruded aluminum members designed to support the board writing surface and clips for snap-on frames, map rail and chalk tray.

7. Clips: Manufacturer's standard as required to support frame, mullions, display rail, and trough.

C. Boards 3660 mm (12 feet) or less in length shall be in one piece. Larger units shall have one joint at center. Joints shall have metal spline, with faces in same plane and edges shall touch along entire length.

D. Finish exposed aluminum surfaces as follows:

1. AA 45 chemically etched medium matte, with clear anodic coating Class II Architectural, 0.4 mils thick

(AA-M12C22A32).

2. AA 45 chemically etched medium matte, with integrally colored anodic coating, Class II Architectural,

0.4 mils thick (AA-M12C22A32, of color to match approved sample).

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION, GENERAL

A. Install units in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions, use concealed fasteners.

B. Inspect surfaces and related construction to receive units. Partitions shall have reinforcing to receive fasteners. Verify type and placement of reinforcement.

C. Do not proceed with the installation until reinforcement is in place and surfaces are flat.

D. Assemble units as specified by the manufacturer.

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3.2 INSTALLATION OF CHALKBOARD AND MARKERBOARD

A. Mount board with adhesive and blocking pads spaced 16 inches on center each way.

B. Grounds designed to receive clips for snap-on trim shall be continuous and be secured 300 mm (12 inches) on center. Space clips 300 mm (12 inches) on center.

C. Miter trim at corners, conceal fasteners. Modify trim as required to conform to surrounding construction details.

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JONATHAN M. WAINWRIGHT SECTION 10 11 23

MEMORIAL VA MEDICAL CENTER TACKBOARDS

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A. This section specifies tackboards (bulletin boards) and glass door bulletin boards and related items.

B. Boards may be either factory or field assembled.

C. Where shown, assemble both chalkboards and tackboards into a single unit.

Color of aluminum anodic coating tackboard: Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

Boards shall be the products of one manufacturer.

A. Submit in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA AND SAMPLES.

B. Shop Drawings: Identifying all parts by name and material and showing design, construction, installation, anchorage and relation to adjacent construction.

C. Manufacturer's Literature and Data:

1. Bulletin board.

2. Glass door bulletin board.

D. Samples:

1. Tackboard, 300 by 300 mm (six by six inches), each color, mounted on backing.

2. Integrally colored anodized aluminum, 300 mm (six inch) length.

3. Cork filled map rail, 300 mm (six inch) length.

4. Each accessory (after approval, may be used in the work).

A. The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referenced in the text by the basic designation only.

B. National Association of Architectural Metal Manufacturers (NAAMM):

AMP 500 Series ................................Metal Finishes Manual AMP 501 ..........................................Finishes for Aluminum

C. American National Standards Institute(ANSI):

Z97.1-09 ...........................................Safety Glazing Materials Used in Buildings - Safety Performance

Specifications and Methods of Test D. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM):

B221/B221M-08 ..............................Aluminum and Aluminum Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Shapes and Tubes

C1036-06 .........................................Flat Glass C1048-04 .........................................Heat-Treated Flat Glass-Kind HS, Kind FT Coated and Uncoated Glass F104-03(R2009) ...............................Nonmetallic Gasket Materials

E. Composite Panel Association (CPA):

A208.1-09 ........................................Particleboard A135.4-04 ........................................Basic Hardboard

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2.1 BULLETIN BOARD

Bulletin board shall consist of a tackboard, snap on aluminum frame, grounds and other items specified and shown.

2.2 GLASS DOOR BULLETIN BOARD

Glass door bulletin board shall consist of a tackboard, aluminum tubular frame, sliding aluminum framed glazed doors and other items specified and shown.

2.3 FABRICATION

A. Materials:

1. Aluminum, extruded: ASTM B221.

2. Cork: ASTM F104, Type II, mildew resistant, Class 2.

3. Glass: ASTM C1036, Clear, Class 1, Quality q3, 6 mm (1/4-inch) thick.

4. Tempered Glass: ASTM C1048, Clear Kind FT, Condition A, Type I, Class 1, Quality q3, 6 mm (1/4-inch) thick. Safety glass, ANSI Z97.1, labeled for glass area over 9 square feet.

5. Backing: Hardboard, AHBA A135.4 or particleboard, CPA A208.1.

B. Components:

1. Tackboard: Cork face, 6 mm (1/4-inch) thick factory laminated to a hardboard or particleboard backing of thickness required so that the face of the cork will be in the same plane as the face of the markerboard writing surface, 6 mm to 9 mm (1/4 to 3/8-inch) thick.

2. Frames (Trim): Extruded aluminum, 1.5 mm (0.060-inch) thick, snap-on type, approximate face width 44 mm (1-3/4 inch), depth and configuration as required to return to wall and engage clips.

3. Display Rail: Snap-on type, same materials as frames, approximate face width one inch with 6 mm (1/4-inch) thick cork insert.

4. Mullions: Snap-on type, same material and face width as frames, designed to finish flush with frame.

5. Grounds: Continuous zinc-coated (galvanized) steel or extruded aluminum members designed to support the tackboard and clips for snap-on frames, and map rail

6. Clips: Manufacturer's standard as required to support frame, mullions, and display rail,

7. Tubular Frame (For glass door bulletin board): Extruded aluminum, 2.34 mm (0.092 inches) thick;

tubular or open back in section, with flanges for concealed attachment, designed to support door hardware and tackboard.

C. Bulletin boards 3660 mm (12 feet) or less in length shall be in one piece. Larger units shall have one joint at center. Joints shall have metal spline, with faces in same plane and edges shall touch along entire length.

D. Finish exposed aluminum surfaces as follows:

1. AA 45 chemically etched medium matte, with clear anodic coating Class II Architectural, 0.4 mils thick

(AA-M12C22A32).

2. AA 45 chemically etched medium matte, with integrally colored anodic coating, Class II Architectural,

0.4 mils thick (AA-M12C22A32, of color to match approved sample).

3.1 INSTALLATION, GENERAL

A. Install units in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions, use concealed fasteners.

B. Inspect surfaces and related construction to receive units. Partitions shall have reinforcing to receive fasteners. Verify type and placement of reinforcement.

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C. Do not proceed with the installation until reinforcement is in place and surfaces are flat.

D. Assemble units as specified by the manufacturer.

3.2 INSTALLATION OF BULLETIN BOARD:

A. (Except glass door bulletin boards):

1. Mount bulletin boards with adhesive and blocking pads spaced 16 inches on center each way.

2. Grounds designed to receive clips for snap-on trim shall be continuous and be secured 300 mm (12 inches) on center. Space clips 300 mm (12 inches) on center.

3. Miter trim at corners, conceal fasteners. Modify trim as required to conform to surrounding construction details.

3.3 INSTALLATION OF GLASS DOOR BULLETIN BOARDS

A. Glass door bulletin board units shall be factory assembled, except tackboard may be either field mounted or shop mounted on frame.

B. Mounting bolts or screws shall be oval head of stainless steel or chromium plated steel or brass. Space fasteners 500 mm (20 inches) on center, except not less than three fasteners each side, top and bottom.

Heads of fasteners shall not show on the frame face.

JONATHAN M. WAINWRIGHT SECTION 10 13 00

MEMORIAL VA MEDICAL CENTER DIRECTORIES

10 13 00- 1

A. This section specifies interior directories.

B. This section also specifies exterior medical center directional signs, directories and information.

A. Electrical: Related Electrical Specification Sections.

B. Section 10 14 00, SIGNAGE/ Section 10 13 00, DIRECTORIES.

C. Finishes, Division 09, FINISHES.

1.3 MANUFACTURER'S QUALIFICATIONS

Sign manufacturer shall provide evidence that they regularly and presently manufactures signs similar to those specified in this section as one of their principal products.

A. Submit in accordance with Section 01 33 00, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA AND SAMPLES.

B. Samples: Directory panels and frames, with letters and symbols, each type. Submit 2 sets. One set of samples will be retained by Resident Engineer, other returned to Contractor.

1. Color samples of each color, 150 mm x 150 mm (6 inches x 6 inches. Show anticipated range of color and texture.

2. Sample of typeface, arrow and symbols in a typical full size layout.

C. Manufacturer's Literature:

1. Showing the methods and procedures proposed for the concealed anchorage of the directory system to each surface type.

2. Manufacturer’s printed specifications, anchorage details, installation and maintenance instructions.

D. Samples: Directory location plan, showing location, type and total number of signs required.

E. Shop Drawings: Scaled for manufacture and fabrication of sign types. Identify materials, show joints, welds, anchorage, accessory items, mounting and finishes.

F. Full size layout patterns for dimensional letters.

1.5 DELIVERY AND STORAGE

A. Deliver materials to job in manufacturer's original sealed containers with brand name marked thereon.

Protect materials from damage.

B. Package to prevent damage or deterioration during shipment, handling, storage and installation.

Maintain protective covering in place and in good repair until removal is necessary.

C. Deliver directories only when the site and mounting services are ready for installation work to proceed.

D. Store products in dry condition inside enclosed facilities.

1.6 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

A. The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referenced in the text by the basic designation only.

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

B209-07 ...........................................Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate B221-08 ...........................................Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Shapes, and tubes.

C. Federal Specifications (Fed Spec):

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MIL-PRF-8184F ................................Plastic Sheet, Acrylic, Modified.

MIL-P-46144C ..................................Plastic Sheet, Polycarbonate

1.7 MINIMUM SIGN REQUIREMENTS

A. Directional/Informational Signs:

1. Type Styles: As shown. Characters shall have a width-to-height ratio between 3:5 and 1:1. Characters shall have a stroke width-to-height ratio of between 1:5 and 1:10.

2. Character Height: minimum 75 mm (3 in) high for overhead signs. As shown, for directional signs.

4. Mounting Location and Height: As shown.

1.8 COLORS AND FINISHES:

Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINSIHES.

2.1 GENERAL

A. Signs of type, size and design shown on the drawings and as specified.

B. Signs complete with lettering, framing and related components for a complete installation.

C. Provide graphics items as completed units produced by a single manufacturer, including necessary mounting accessories, fittings and fastenings.

D. Do not scale drawings for dimensions. Contractor to verify and be responsible for all dimensions and conditions shown by these drawings. Resident Engineer to be notified of any discrepancy in drawing, in field directions or conditions, and/or of any changes required for all such construction details.

E. The Sign Contractor, by commencing work of this section, assumes overall responsibility, as part of his warranty of work, to assure that assemblies, components and parts shown or required within the work of the section, comply with the Contract Documents. The Contractor shall further warrant: That all components, specified or required to satisfactorily complete the installation are compatible with each other and with conditions of installations.

2.2 PRODUCTS

A. Aluminum:

1. Sheet and Plate: ASTM B209.

2. Extrusions and Tubing: ASTM B221.

B. Cast Acrylic Sheet: MIL-PRF-8184F; Type II, class 1, Water white non-glare optically clear. Matt finish water white clear acrylic shall not be acceptable.

C. Polycarbonate: MIL-P-46144C; Type I, class 1.

D. Vinyl: 0.1 mm thick machine cut, having a pressure sensitive adhesive and integral colors.

E. Electrical Directories:

1. General: Furnish and install all lighting, electrical components, fixtures and lamps ready for use in accordance with the sign type drawings, details and specifications.

2. Refer to Electrical Specifications Section, Division 26, ELECTRICAL, to verify line voltages for sign locations that require electrical signs.

3. Quality Control: Installed electrical components and sign installations are to bear the label and certification of Underwriter’s Laboratories, Inc., and are to comply with National Electrical Code as well as applicable federal, state and local codes for installation techniques, fabrication methods and general product safety.

4. Ballast and Lighting Fixtures: See Electrical Specifications.

F. Concrete Post Footings: See Section 03 30 53, MISCELLANEOUS CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE, Cast-in-place

Concrete.

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G. Steel: See Section 05 12 00, STRUCTURAL STEEL FRAMING.

2.3 SIGN STANDARDS

A. Topography:

1. Type Style: Helvetica Medium and Helvetica Medium Condensed. Initial caps or all caps as indicated in

Sign Message Schedule.

2. Arrow: See graphic standards in drawings.

3. Letter spacing: See graphic standards on drawings.

4. Letter spacing: See graphic standards on drawings.

5. All text, arrows, and symbols to be provided in size, colors, typefaces and letter spacing shown. Text shall be a true, clean, accurate reproduction of typeface(s) shown. Text shown in drawings are for layout purposes only; final text for signs is listed in Sign Message Schedule.

B. Project Colors and Finishes: See Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES.

2.4 SIGN TYPES

A. General:

1. The interior sign system is comprised of sign types families that are identified by a letter and number which identify a particular group of signs. An additional number identifies a specific type of sign within that family.

a. IN indicates a component construction based sign.

2. The exterior sign system shall be comprised of sign types families that are identified by a letter and number which identify a particular group of signs. An additional number identifies a specific type of sign within that family.

3. EI designation indicates exterior internally illuminated sign.

4. EN designation indicates exterior non-illuminated sign.

B. Text and Graphics:

1. Illuminated Signs: Graphics are routed out and backed with 3 mm (0.0125 inch) thick minimum translucent white acrylic diffuser. Diffuser and letter voids are to be mechanically fastened to sign face.

2. Non-illuminated Signs: Surface applied reflective white opaque vinyl graphics.

C. Illuminated Signs:

1. UL approved cabinet to be constructed from aluminum extrusion system with internal fluorescent lamps 230 mm (9 inches) on center maximum.

2. Energy saver fluorescent lamps which shall be turned on or and off by photocell.

3. Energy shut off switch shall be mounted on bottom or side away from traffic thoroughfare.

4. The sign face and changeable sign strips are to be 2 mm minimum (0.090 inch) to 3 mm (0.125 inch) thick aluminum. Aluminum faces and changeable strips shall be mounted into framed extruded cabinet face to allow for removal from top or side, so that faces can be changed without affecting extruded sign structure.

5. Changeable strip sign text modules are to be extruded aluminum sliding panels which are retained by a horizontal aluminum channel mounted behind the insert panel joints. Text module heights are 100 mm (4 inches), 150 mm (6 inches) and 200 mm (8 inches).

6. Contractor shall make the sign operable by making the necessary electrical connections to adjacent junction box located in the general area of sign. Electrical connection is to run under grade and up through base. No exposed electrical conduit runs shall be allowed. Coordinate line voltages with site electrical circuit.

D. Post and Panel Signs:

1. Sign shall be constructed of an aluminum extrusion system including the following integral features:

water relief channel for proper drainage, integral flanges for attachment of additional structural supports and mounting to posts with minimum 3 mm (0.125 inch) wall thickness. Post caps to be welded or mechanically attached with concealed fasteners.

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2. Reveal between the post and sign cabinet is to be extruded aluminum. This extruded connector shall be adjustable to allow for either flush, 12 mm ((0.5 inch) or 25 mm (one inch) reveal between the sign post and cabinet or tube.

3. Sign to be installed with direct burial of posts in concrete or with a base plate mounting. Any electrical connections should be run through the posts.

E. Non-illuminated Post and Stacking Bar Sign - Sign Type EN-04:

1. Sign shall be aluminum tubes mounted to extruded aluminum posts with an adjustable reveal between the posts and tubes.

2. Sign shall be constructed of an aluminum extrusion system including the following integral features:

water relief channel for proper drainage, internal flanges for attachment of additional structural supports and mounting to posts, extruded aluminum posts, extruded aluminum reveal which is adjustable and interchangeable aluminum tube text modules to allow for individual stacking bar removal.

3. The sign text stacking bar modules are extruded aluminum sliding tubes retained by a reveal. The aluminum tube sign text stacking modules shall be mounted to allow for removal from the top, so tubes can be changed without affecting sign structure. Stacking bar (tube) module height is 150 mm (6 inches).

F. Non-illuminated Single Post Sign - Sign Types EN-05, EN-12.3, EN-12.4, EN-12.5, and EN-12.6:

1. Sign shall be constructed of an extruded aluminum square post with an aluminum plate sign panel.

2. Sign panel shall be a 3 mm (0.125 inch) aluminum plate. Panel mechanically fastens to support post with tamper resistant fasteners.

3. Posts shall be aluminum and a minimum 3 mm (0.125 inch) wall thickness. Post caps to be welded or mechanically attached with conceal fasteners.

4. Sign shall be installed with direct burial of post into concrete. If sign is to be installed with a base plate/”J” bolt type mounting, it is noted in the sign message schedule.

G. Non-illuminated Single Post Traffic Regulatory Sign - Sign Type EN-10:

1. Sign shall be constructed of an extruded aluminum square post with an aluminum plate sign panel.

2. Sign panel shall be a 3 mm (0.125 inch) aluminum plate with surface applied reflective vinyl traffic regulatory decals. Panel mechanically fastens to support post with tamper resistant fasteners.

3. Posts shall be aluminum and a minimum 3 mm (0.125 inch) wall thickness. Post caps to be welded or mechanically attached with conceal fasteners.

4. Sign to be installed with direct burial of post into concrete. If sign is to be installed with a base plate/”J” bolt type mounting, it is noted in the sign message schedule.

5. Signs shall be reflective traffic control symbols complying to Department of Transportation, Manual for Uniform Traffic Control Devices in color, shape, proportions, text and symbols.

H. Non-illuminated Single Post & Panel Street Sign - Sign Type EN-11.1, EN-11.2, and EN15-08:

1. Sign shall be constructed of an extruded aluminum square post, cast or fabricated aluminum post cap/panel retainers and aluminum plate sign panels.

2. Sign panels are 3 mm (0.125 inch) aluminum plate. Panel mechanically fastens to panel retainers with tamper resistant fasteners.

3. Post caps/panel retainers are either cast or fabricated aluminum with a minimum 3 mm (0.125 inch) wall thickness. Post cap element slides over square sign post and mechanically fastens to post with tamper resistant fasteners.

4. Aluminum post with a minimum 3 mm (0.125 inch) wall thickness.

5. Sign to be installed with direct burial of post in concrete. If sign is to be installed with a base plate/”J” bolt type mounting, it is noted in the sign message schedule.

I. Non-illuminated Single Post Street Sign - Sign Type EN-11.3, EN-15.06, and EN-15.09:

1. Sign shall be constructed of an extruded aluminum square post.

2. Posts shall be extruded aluminum with a minimum 3 mm (0.125 inch) wall thickness.

3. Sign to be installed with direct burial of post in concrete. If sign is to be installed with a base plate/”J” bolt type mounting, it is noted in the sign message schedule.

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J. Non-illuminated Wall Panel Sign - Sign Types EN-06.1, EN-06.2, EN-06.3, EN-06.4, EN-06.5, EN-06.6 and

EN-08:

1. Sign shall be an extruded aluminum illuminated sign panel and frame configured for wall mounting.

2. Sign shall be constructed of an aluminum extrusion system including the following integral features:

internal flanges for attachment of additional structural supports and mounting to wall and a frame retainer (maximum 25 mm (1 inch) face dimension) to allow for sign face removal.

3. Weld sign cabinet at mitered corners and provide internal bracing as necessary to insure structural rigidity. Shop weld as much as possible. Grind smooth all exposed welds so that surface is consistent with surrounding surface, and accepts paint finish in a like manner.

4. The sign faces are to be 2 mm (0.090 inch) thick aluminum with surface applied reflective white vinyl graphics. Aluminum face shall be mounted into the extruded cabinet frame to allow for removal from the top or side, so that faces can be changed without affecting extruded sign structure.

5. Sign is to be installed with mechanical fasteners into wall surface behind the sign. No exposed support brackets are allowed.

K. Non-illuminated Wall Panel Sign - Sign Types EN-06.7 and EN-06.8:

1. Sign shall be constructed with a flat sheet of aluminum for wall mounting.

2. The sign face to be 3 mm (0.125 inch) thick aluminum with surface applied reflective white vinyl graphics.

3. Sign shall be to be installed with mechanical fasteners into wall surface. No exposed support brackets are allowed.

L. Non-Illuminated Cut Out Dimensional Letters - Sign Types EN-09:

1. Cut out aluminum letters which are mill cut (vertical sides) out of 9 mm (0.375 inch), 12 mm (0.5 inch) or 19 mm (0.75 inch) plate depending on sign type.

2. Letters to be studded and mounted with a 9 mm (.375 inch) spacers to wall surface using adhesive appropriate to the surface.

3. Letters painted with acrylic polyurethane in specified color and finish.

M. Non-Illuminated Cut Out Vinyl Letters – Sign Type EN-14: No signs are to be manufactured until final sign message schedule and location review has been completed by the Resident Engineer and forwarded to contractor.

2.4 FABRICATION

A. Design components to allow for expansion and contraction for a minimum material temperature range of 56 °C (100 °F), without causing buckling, excessive opening of joints or over stressing of adhesives, welds and fasteners.

B. Form work to required shapes and sizes, with true curve lines and angles. Provide necessary rebates, lugs and brackets for assembly of units. Use concealed fasteners whenever and wherever possible.

C. Shop fabricate so far as practicable. Joints fastened flush to conceal reinforcement, or welded where thickness or section permits.

D. Contact surfaces of connected members be true. Assembled so joints will be tight and practically unnoticeable, without use of filling compound.

E. Signs shall have fine, even texture and be flat and sound. Lines and miters sharp, arises unbroken, profiles accurate and ornament true to pattern. Plane surfaces be smooth flat and without oil-canning, free of rack and twist. Maximum variation from plane of surface plus or minus 0.3 mm (0.015 inches). Restore texture to filed or cut areas.

F. Level or straighten wrought work. Members shall have sharp lines and angles and smooth su1rfaces.

G. Extruded members to be free from extrusion marks. Square turns and corners sharp, curves true.

H. Drill holes for bolts and screws. Conceal fastenings where possible. Exposed ends and edges mill smooth, with corners slightly rounded. Form joints exposed to weather to exclude water.

I. Finish hollow signs with matching material on all faces, tops, bottoms and ends. Edge joints tightly mitered to give appearance of solid material.

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J. All painted surfaces properly primed. Finish coating of paint to have complete coverage with no light or thin applications allowing substrate or primer to show. Finished surface smooth, free of scratches, gouges, drips, bubbles, thickness variations, foreign matter and other imperfections.

K. Movable parts, including hardware, are be cleaned and adjusted to operate as designed without binding of deformation of members. Doors and covers centered in opening or frame. All contact surfaces fit tight and even without forcing or warping components.

L. Pre-assemble items in shop to greatest extent possible to minimize field splicing and assembly.

Disassemble units only as necessary for shipping and handling limitations. Clearly mark units for re-assembly and coordinated installation.

M. No signs are be manufactured until final sign message schedule and location review has been completed by the Resident Engineer & forwarded to contractor.

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Protect products against damage during field handling and installation. Protect adjacent existing and newly placed construction, landscaping and finishes as necessary to prevent damage during installation.

Paint and touch up any exposed fasteners and connecting hardware to match color and finish of surrounding surface.

B. Mount signs in proper alignment, level and plumb according to the sign location plan and the dimensions given on elevation and sign location drawings. Where otherwise not dimensioned, signs shall be installed where best suited to provide a consistent appearance throughout the project. When exact position, angle, height or location is in doubt, contact Resident Engineer for clarification.

C. Contractor shall be responsible for all signs that are damaged, lost or stolen while materials are on the job site and up until the completion and final acceptance of the job.

D. Remove or correct signs or installation work Resident Engineer determines as unsafe or as an unsafe condition.

E. At completion of sign installation, clean exposed sign surfaces. Clean and repair any adjoining surfaces and landscaping that became soiled or damaged as a result of installation of signs.

F. Locate signs as shown on the Sign Location Plans.

G. Certain signs may be installed on glass. A blank glass back up is required to be placed on opposite side of glass exactly behind sign being installed. This blank glass back up is to be the same size as sign being installed.

H. Contractor will be responsible for verifying that behind each sign location there are no utility lines that will be affected by installation of signs. Any damage during installation of signs to utilities will be the sole responsibility of the Contractor to correct and repair.

I. Furnish inserts and anchoring devices which must be set in concrete or other material for installation of signs. Provide setting drawings, templates, instructions and directions for installation of anchorage devices which may involve other trades.

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JONATHAN M. WAINWRIGHT SECTION 10 14 00

MEMORIAL VA MEDICAL CENTER SIGNAGE

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A. This section specifies interior signage for room numbers, directional signs, code required signs, telephone identification signs and temporary interior signs.

B. This section also specifies exterior medical center identification signs, building identification signs, parking and traffic signs.

C. Installation of Government furnished dedication plaque and VA seal.

A. Electrical: Related Electrical Specification Sections.

B. Lighted EXIT signs for egress purposes are specified under Division 26, ELECTRICAL.

C. Section 10 13 00, DIRECTORIES and Section 10 14 00, SIGNAGE.

D. Color Finish: Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES.

1.3 MANUFACTURER'S QUALIFICATIONS

Sign manufacturer shall provide evidence that they regularly and presently manufactures signs similar to those specified in this section as one of their principal products.

A. Submit in accordance with Section 01 33 00, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA AND SAMPLES.

B. Samples: Sign panels and frames, with letters and symbols, each type. Submit 2 sets. One set of samples will be retained by Resident Engineer, other returned to Contractor.

1. Sign Panel, 200 mm x 250 mm (8 inches x 10 inches), with letters.

2. Color samples of each color, 150 mm x 150 mm (6 inches x 6 inches. Show anticipated range of color and texture.

3. Sample of typeface, arrow and symbols in a typical full size layout.

C. Manufacturer's Literature:

1. Showing the methods and procedures proposed for the concealed anchorage of the signage system to each surface type.

2. Manufacturer’s printed specifications, anchorage details, installation and maintenance instructions.

D. Samples: Sign location plan, showing location, type and total number of signs required.

E. Shop Drawings: Scaled for manufacture and fabrication of sign types. Identify materials, show joints, welds, anchorage, accessory items, mounting and finishes.

F. Full size layout patterns for dimensional letters.

1.5 DELIVERY AND STORAGE

A. Deliver materials to job in manufacturer's original sealed containers with brand name marked thereon.

Protect materials from damage.

B. Package to prevent damage or deterioration during shipment, handling, storage and installation.

Maintain protective covering in place and in good repair until removal is necessary.

C. Deliver signs only when the site and mounting services are ready for installation work to proceed.

D. Store products in dry condition inside enclosed facilities.

1.6 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

A. The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referenced in the text by the basic designation only.

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

B209-07 ...........................................Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate B221-08 ...........................................Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Shapes, and tubes.

C. Federal Specifications (Fed Spec):

MIL-PRF-8184F ................................Plastic Sheet, Acrylic, Modified.

MIL-P-46144C ..................................Plastic Sheet, Polycarbonate

1.7 MINIMUM SIGN REQUIREMENTS

A. Permanent Rooms and Spaces:

1. Tactile and Braille Characters, raised minimum 0.793 mm (1/32 in). Characters shall be accompanied by Grade 2 Braille.

2. Type Styles: Characters shall be uppercase, Helvetica Medium, Helvetica Medium Condensed and

Helvetica Regular.

3. Character Height: Minimum 16 mm (5/8 in) high, Maximum 50 mm (2 in).

4. Symbols (Pictograms): Equivalent written description shall be placed directly below symbol, outside of symbol's background field. Border dimensions of symbol background shall be minimum 150 mm (6 in) high.

5. Finish and Contrast: Characters and background shall be eggshell, matte or other non-glare finish with adequate contrast with background.

6. Mounting Location and Height: As shown. Mounted on wall adjacent to the latch side of the door and to avoid door swing and protruding objects.

B. Overhead Signs:

1. Type Styles: As shown. Characters shall have a width-to-height ratio between 3:5 and 1:1. Characters shall have a stroke width-to-height ratio of between 1:5 and 1:10.

2. Character Height: minimum 75 mm (3 in) high for overhead signs. As shown, for directional signs.

3. Finish and Contrast: Same as for signs of permanent rooms and spaces.

4. Mounting Location and Height: As shown.

1.8 COLORS AND FINISHES:

Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINSIHES.

2.1 GENERAL

A. Signs of type, size and design shown on the drawings and as specified.

B. Signs complete with lettering, framing and related components for a complete installation.

C. Provide graphics items as completed units produced by a single manufacturer, including necessary mounting accessories, fittings and fastenings.

D. Do not scale drawings for dimensions. Contractor to verify and be responsible for all dimensions and conditions shown by these drawings. Resident Engineer to be notified of any discrepancy in drawing, in field directions or conditions, and/or of any changes required for all such construction details.

E. The Sign Contractor, by commencing work of this section, assumes overall responsibility, as part of his warranty of work, to assure that assemblies, components and parts shown or required within the work of the section, comply with the Contract Documents. The Contractor shall further warrant: That all components, specified or required to satisfactorily complete the installation are compatible with each other and with conditions of installations.

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2.2 PRODUCTS

A. Aluminum:

1. Sheet and Plate: ASTM B209.

2. Extrusions and Tubing: ASTM B221.

B. Cast Acrylic Sheet: MIL-PRF-8184F; Type II, class 1, Water white non-glare optically clear. Matt finish water white clear acrylic shall not be acceptable.

C. Polycarbonate: MIL-P-46144C; Type I, class 1.

D. Vinyl: 0.1 mm thick machine cut, having a pressure sensitive adhesive and integral colors.

E. Electrical Signs:

1. General: Furnish and install all lighting, electrical components, fixtures and lamps ready for use in accordance with the sign type drawings, details and specifications.

2. Refer to Electrical Specifications Section, Division 26, ELECTRICAL, to verify line voltages for sign locations that require electrical signs.

3. Quality Control: Installed electrical components and sign installations are to bear the label and certification of Underwriter’s Laboratories, Inc., and are to comply with National Electrical Code as well as applicable federal, state and local codes for installation techniques, fabrication methods and general product safety.

4. Ballast and Lighting Fixtures: See Electrical Specifications.

F. Concrete Post Footings: See Section 03 30 53, MISCELLANEOUS CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE, Cast-in-place

Concrete.

G. Steel: See Section 05 12 00, STRUCTURAL STEEL FRAMING.

2.3 SIGN STANDARDS

A. Topography:

1. Type Style: Helvetica Medium and Helvetica Medium Condensed. Initial caps or all caps as indicated in

Sign Message Schedule.

2. Arrow: See graphic standards in drawings.

3. Letter spacing: See graphic standards on drawings.

4. Letter spacing: See graphic standards on drawings.

5. All text, arrows, and symbols to be provided in size, colors, typefaces and letter spacing shown. Text shall be a true, clean, accurate reproduction of typeface(s) shown. Text shown in drawings are for layout purposes only; final text for signs is listed in Sign Message Schedule.

B. Project Colors and Finishes: See Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES.

2.4 SIGN TYPES

1. The interior sign system is comprised of sign types families that are identified by a letter and number which identify a particular group of signs. An additional number identifies a specific type of sign within that family.

a. IN indicates a component construction based sign.

1. The exterior sign system shall be comprised of sign types families that are identified by a letter and number which identify a particular group of signs. An additional number identifies a specific type of sign within that family.

2. EI designation indicates exterior internally illuminated sign.

3. EN designation indicates exterior non-illuminated sign.

B. Interchangeable Component System:

1. Sign Type Families: 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09 10, 11 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 and 17.

2. Interior sign system capable of being arranged in a variety of configurations with a minimum of attachments, devices and connectors.

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a. Interchangeable nature of the system shall allow for changes of graphic components of the installed sign, without changing sign in its entirety.

b. Component Sign System is comprised of the following primary components:

1) Rail Back utilizing horizontal rails, spaced to allow for uniform, modular sizing of sign types.

2) Rail Insert mounted to back of Copy Panels to allow for attachment to Rail Back.

3) Copy Panels, made of a variety of materials to allow for different graphic needs.

4) End Caps which interlock to Rail Back to enclose and secure changeable Copy Panels.

5) Joiners and Accent Joiners connect separate Rail Backs together.

6) Top Accent Bars which provide decorative trim cap that encloses the top of sign or can connect the sign to a Type 03 Room Number Sign.

c. Rail Back, Rail Insert and End Caps in anodized extruded aluminum to allow for tight tolerances and consistent quality of fit and finish.

d. Signs in system shall be convertible in the field to allow for enlargement from one size to another in height and width through use of Joiners or Accent Joiners, which connect Rail Back panels together blindly, providing a butt joint between Copy Panels. Accent Joiners shall connect Rail Backs together with a visible 3 mm (1/8") horizontal rib, flush to the adjacent copy insert surfaces.

e. Sign configurations shall vary in width from 225 mm (9 inches) to 2050 mm (80 inches), and have height dimensions of 50 mm (2 inches), 75 mm (3 inches), 150 mm (6 inches), 225 mm (9 inches) and 300 mm (12 inches). Height shall be increased beyond 300 mm (12 inches), by repeating height module in full or in part.

3. Rail Back functions as internal structural member of sign using 6063T5 extruded aluminum and anodized black.

a. Shall accept an extruded aluminum or plastic insert on one sign or on both sides, depending upon sign type.

b. Shall be convertible in field to allow for connection to other Rail Back panels, so that additive changes can be made to sign unit.

c. Rail shall allow for a variety of mounting devices including wall mounting for screw-on applications, using pressure sensitive tape, freestanding mount, ceiling mount and other mounting devices as needed.

4. Rail Insert functions as a mounting device for Copy Panels on to the Rail Back. The Rail Insert mounts to the back of the Copy Panel with adhesive suitable for use with the particular copy insert material.

a. Shall allow Copy Panels to slide or snap into the horizontal Rail Back for ease of changeability.

b. Shall mount to the back of the Copy Panel with adhesive suitable for use with particular Copy

Panel material.

5. Copy Panels shall accept various forms of copy and graphics, and attaches to the Rail Back with the

Rail Insert. Copy Panels shall be either ABS plastic with integral color or an acrylic lacquer finish;

photo polymer; or, acrylic.

a. Interchangeable by sliding horizontally from either side of sign, and to other signs in system of equal or greater width or height.

b. Cleanable without use of special chemicals or cleaning solutions.

c. Copy Insert Materials.

1) ABS Inserts - 2.3 mm (.090 inches) extruded ABS plastic core with .07 mm (.003 inches) acrylic cap bonded during extrusion/texturing process. Pressure bonded to extruded Rail Insert using adhesive. Background color is either integral or painted in acrylic lacquer. ABS inserts finished in a chromium industries #HM335RA texture pattern to prevent glare.

2) Photo polymer Inserts - 3 mm (.125 inches) phenolic photo polymer with raised copy etched to 2.3 mm (.0937 inches), bonded to an ABS plastic or extruded aluminum insert with adhesive. Background color is painted in acrylic enamel.

3) Changeable Paper/ Insert Holder - Extruded insert holder with integral Rail Insert for connection with structural back panel in 6063T5 aluminum with a black anodized finish.

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Inserts into holder are paper with a clear 0.7 mm (.030 inches) textured cover. Background color is painted in acrylic lacquer.

4) Acrylic - 2 mm (.080 inches) non-glare acrylic. Pressure bonded to extruded Rail Insert using adhesive. Background color is painted in acrylic lacquer or acrylic enamel.

5) Extruded 6063T5 aluminum with a black anodized finish Insert Holder with integral Rail Insert for connection with Structural Back Panel to hold a 0.7 mm (.030 inches) textured polycarbonate insert and a Sliding Tile which mounts in the Inset Holder and slides horizontally.

6) End Caps - Extruded using 6063T5 aluminum with a black anodized. End Caps interlock with Rail Back with clips to form an integral unit, enclosing and securing the changeable Copy Panels, without requiring tools for assembly.

a) Shall be interchangeable to either end of sign and to other signs in the system of equal height.

b) Mechanical fasteners can be added to the End Caps that will secure it to Rail Back to make sign tamper resistant.

7) Joiners - Extruded using 6063T5 aluminum with a black anodized finish. Rail Joiners connect

Rail Backs together blindly, providing a butt joint between Copy Inserts.

8) Accent Joiners - Extruded using 6063T5 aluminum with a mirror polished finish. Joiner shall connect Rail Backs together with a visible 3 mm (.125 inches) horizontal rib, flush to the adjacent Copy Panel surfaces.

9) Top Accent Rail - Extruded using 6063T5 aluminum with a mirror polished finish. Rail shall provide 3 mm (.125 inches) high decorative trim cap, which butts flush to adjacent Copy Panel and encloses top of Rail Back and Copy Panel.

10) Typography

a) Vinyl First Surface Copy (non-tactile) - Applied Vinyl copy.

b) Subsurface Copy Inserts - Textured 1 mm (.030 inches) clear polycarbonate face with subsurface applied Vinyl copy. Face shall be back sprayed with paint and laminated to an extruded aluminum carrier insert.

c) Integral Tactile Copy Inserts - phenolic photo polymer etched with 2.3 mm (.0937 inches) raised copy.

d) Silk-screened First Surface Copy (non-tactile) - Injection molded or extruded ABS plastic or aluminum insert with first surface applied enamel silk-screened copy.

C. Sign Type Family 01, 02.01 thru 02.05, 08, 09 and 20:

1. All text and graphics are to be first surface silk-screened.

2. IN-01.12 & IN-01.13: Refer to Sign Type 03 specification for tactile and Braille portion of sign.

3. IN-02.4: All text and graphics are to be first surface vinyl letters.

4. IN-01.1: Preparation of artwork for reproduction of "fire and emergency evacuation maps" is by manufacturer.

D. Sign Type Families 03:

1. Tactile sign is to be made from a material that provides for letters, numbers and Braille to be integral with sign plaque material such as: photosensitive polyamide resin, etched metal, sandblasted phenolic or embossed material. Do not apply letters, numbers and Braille with adhesive.

2. Numbers, letters and Braille to be raised 0.793 mm (.0312 inches) from the background surface. The draft of the letters, numbers and Braille to be tapered, vertical and clean.

3. Braille dots are to conform with standard dimensions for literary Braille; (a) Dot base diameter: 1.5 mm (.059 inches) (b) Inter-dot…