Expansion Joint Spec - Copy.pdf

Project No.: 517-17-123 02-01-16

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SECTION 07 95 13

EXPANSION JOINT COVER ASSEMBLIES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Prefabricated floor and wall building expansion joint assemblies.

a. Metal plate covers at floor wall and ceiling joints.

b. Exterior wall joints.

1.2 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Sheet Metal Expansion Joint Seals: Section 07 60 00, FLASHING AND SHEET

METAL.

B. Color of Elastomer Inserts, Filler Strips, Exterior Wall Seals and

Metal Finishes: As selected by COR.

1.3 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

A. Comply with references to extent specified in this Section.

B. American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE):

1. ASCE/SEI 7-10 - Minimum Design Loads For Buildings and Other

Structures.

C. ASTM International (ASTM):

1. A36/A36M-14 - Structural Steel.

2. A240/A240M-15b - Chromium and Chromium-Nickel Stainless Steel Plate, Sheet and Strip for Pressure Vessels and for General Applications.

3. A283/A283M-13 - Low and Intermediate Tensile Strength Carbon Steel

Plates.

4. A786/A786M-05(2009) - Hot-Rolled Carbon, Low-Alloy, High-Strength

Low-Alloy, and Alloy Steel Floor Plates.

5. B36/B36M-13 - Brass, Plate, Sheet, Strip, and Rolled Bar.

6. B121/B121M-11 - Leaded Brass Plate, Sheet, Strip and Rolled Bar.

7. B209-14 - Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate.

8. B209M-14 - Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate (Metric).

9. B221-14 - Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles, and Tubes.

10. B221M 13 - Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles, and Tubes (Metric).

11. B455-10 - Copper-Zinc-Lead Alloy (Leaded-Brass) Extruded Shapes.

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12. C864-05(2011) - Dense Elastomeric Compression Seal Gaskets, Setting

Blocks, and Spacers.

13. D1187/D1187M-97(2011)e1 - Asphalt-Base Emulsions for Use as

Protective Coatings for Metal.

14. E1399/E1399M-97(2013)e1 - Standard Test Method for Cyclic Movement and Measuring the Minimum and Maximum Joint Widths of Architectural

Joint Systems.

15. E1966-15 - Standard Test Method for Fire-Resistive Joint Systems.

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

1. AMP 500-06 - Metal Finishes Manual.

E. UL LLC (UL):

1. 2079-15 - Standard for Tests for Fire Resistance of Building Joint

Systems.

1.4 PREINSTALLATION MEETINGS

A. Conduct pre-installation meeting at project site a minimum of 30 days before beginning Work of this Section.

1. Required Participants:

a. Contracting Officer's Representative.

b. Contractor.

c. Installer.

d. Manufacturer's field representative.

e. Other installers responsible for adjacent and intersecting work.

2. Meeting Agenda: Distribute agenda to participants minimum 3 days before meeting.

a. Installation schedule.

b. Installation sequence.

c. Preparatory work.

d. Protection before, during, and after installation.

e. Installation.

f. Terminations.

g. Transitions and connections to other work.

h. Other items affecting successful completion.

3. Document and distribute meeting minutes to participants to record decisions affecting installation.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. Submittal Procedures: Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES.

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B. Submittal Drawings:

1. Include large-scale details indicating profiles of each type of expansion joint cover, splice joints between joint sections, transitions to other assemblies, terminations, anchorages, fasteners, and relationship to adjoining work and finishes.

2. Show size, configuration, and fabrication and installation details.

3. Include composite drawings showing work specified in other Sections coordinated with expansion joints.

C. Manufacturer's Literature and Data:

1. Description of each product specified.

2. Show movement capability of each cover assembly and suitability of material used in exterior seals for ultraviolet exposure.

3. Description of materials and finishes.

4. Installation instructions.

D. Samples: Submit 300 mm (12 inch) long samples.

1. Each type and color of metal finish for each required thickness and alloy.

2. Each type and color of flexible seal.

E. Sustainable Construction Submittals:

1. Recycled Content: Identify post-consumer and pre-consumer recycled content percentage by weight.

2. Low Pollutant-Emitting Materials:

a. Identify volatile organic compound types and quantities.

F. Qualifications: Substantiate qualifications comply with specifications.

1. Installer with project experience list.

G. Certificates: Indicate products comply with specifications.

1. Fire rated expansion joint cover assemblies.

H. Operation and Maintenance Data:

1. Care instructions for each exposed finish product.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Installer Qualifications:

1. Regularly installs specified products.

2. Installed specified products with satisfactory service on five similar installations for minimum five years.

1.7 DELIVERY

A. Deliver products in manufacturer's original sealed packaging.

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B. Mark packaging, legibly. Indicate manufacturer's name or brand, type, and manufacture date.

C. Before installation, return or dispose of products within distorted, damaged, or opened packaging.

1.8 STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. Store products indoors in dry, weathertight facility.

B. Protect products from damage during handling and construction operations.

1.9 FIELD CONDITIONS

A. Field Measurements: Verify field conditions affecting expansion joint cover assembly fabrication and installation. Show field measurements on

Submittal Drawings.

1. Coordinate field measurement and fabrication schedule to avoid delay.

1.10 WARRANTY

A. Construction Warranty: FAR clause 52.246-21, "Warranty of

Construction."

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

A. Provide joint cover assemblies that permit unrestrained movement of joint without disengagement of cover, and, where applicable, maintain moisture, watertight and fire-rated protection.

B. Provide templates to related trades for location of support and anchorage items.

2.2 SYSTEM PERFORMANCE

A. Design expansion joint cover assemblies complying with specified performance.

B. Joint Movement: ASTM E1399.

1. Nominal Joint Width: 25.4 mm (1 inches).

2. Minimum Movement Capability: 50 percent.

3. Movement Type: Thermal and wind.

C. Floor Joints: Live loads, including rolling loads.

1. Load Resistance: ASCE/SEI 7; Design criteria as indicated on

Drawings.

2. Maximum Deflection: 1/360of span, maximum.

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D. Fire Rated Joints: ASTM E1399, ASTM E1966, or UL 2079, including hose stream test at full-rated period.

1. Fire rating: Match adjacent floor, wall, and ceiling construction.

2. System: Capable of anticipated movement while maintaining fire rating.

3. Coverless Applications: Maintain fire rating without joint cover system.

2.3 MATERIALS

A. Stainless Steel: ASTM A240/A240M, Type 302 or 304.

B. Structural Steel Shapes: ASTM A36/A36M.

C. Steel Plate: ASTM A283/A283M, Grade C.

D. Rolled Steel Floor Plate: ASTM A786/A786M.

E. Aluminum:

1. Extruded: ASTM B221M (ASTM B221), alloy 6063-T5, 6063-T6, or

6061-T6.

2. Plate and Sheet: ASTM B209M (ASTM B209), alloy 6061-T6.

F. Bronze: Manufacturer's standard alloy.

1. Extruded: ASTM B455.

2. Plate: ASTM B121.

G. Brass: ASTM B36/B36M.

H. Elastomeric Sealant: As specified in Section 07 92 00, JOINT SEALANTS.

I. Elastomeric Seals:

1. Flexible extruded polyvinyl chloride, meeting a Shore A hardness of

75 with UV stabilizer. Manufacturer's standard colors.

J. Thermoplastic Rubber:

1. ASTM C864.

2. Dense Neoprene or other material standard with expansion joint manufacturers having the same physical properties.

K. Compression Seals: Pre-compressed secondary sealant using preformed expanding foam sealant; open-cell polyurethane foam impregnated with polymer-modified acrylic adhesive.

L. Water Barrier Sheets: Neoprene or EPDM flexible sheet materials minimum

45 mils thick.

1. Provide with drain tubes for horizontal applications.

M. Vinyl Invertor Sealant Waterstops: Manufacturer's standard shapes and grade.

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N. Moisture Barrier: Fabric reinforced clear vinyl sheet material sized to accommodate opening.

O. Flexible Membrane: 1.5 mm (60 mil) EPDM sheet, with manufacturer's standard support foam.

P. Fire Barrier: Labeled by an approved independent testing laboratory for fire resistance rating indicated for maximum joint width.

a. Thermal Insulation: Manufacturer's standard with factory cut miters and transitions.

b. Fire Barrier Lengths:

1) Joint widths up to and including 150 mm (6 inches): Maximum

15 m (50 feet) to minimize field splicing.

2) Other Joint widths: 3 m (10 foot) with overlapping ends for field splicing.

Q. Ceramic Blanket: Manufacturer's standard joint filler to achieve fire rating indicated.

R. Butyl Caulk Tape: Self adhering double sided butyl rubber sealant tape with easy-release silicone coated paper.

2.4 PRODUCTS - GENERAL

A. Provide each product from one manufacturer.

1. Provide ceiling and wall expansion joint cover assemblies design matching floor to wall and floor to floor expansion joint cover design.

2. Provide expansion joint cover assembly designs, profiles, materials and configuration indicated, as required to accommodate joint size variations in adjacent surfaces, and anticipated movement.

B. Sustainable Construction Requirements:

1. Steel Recycled Content: 30 percent total recycled content, minimum.

2. Stainless Steel Recycled Content: 70 percent total recycled content, minimum.

3. Aluminum Recycled Content: 80 percent total recycled content, minimum.

4. Low Pollutant-Emitting Materials: Maximum VOC content by weight.

a. Non-Flooring Adhesives and Sealants.

2.5 FABRICATION

A. Fabricate Expansion Joint Cover Assemblies:

1. As complete assembly ready for installation.

2. In longest practicable lengths to minimize number of end joints.

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3. With factory mitered corners where joint changes directions or abuts other materials.

a. With closure materials and transition pieces, tee-joints, corners, curbs, cross-connections and other assemblies.

4. Joints within enclosed spaces such as chase walls, include 1 mm

(0.04 inch) thick galvanized steel cover where conventional expansion joint cover is not used.

5. Where floor slab is fire rated provide ceramic blanket at joints.

6. Seal Strip: Factory-formed and bonded to metal frames and anchor members.

7. Compression Seals: Fabricate from expanding foam as secondary seal and elastomeric sealant to sizes and profiles shown.

B. Floor-to-Floor Metal Plate Joints:

1. Frames: Metal, continuous on both sides of joint designed to support cover plate.

a. Flush Design: Seating surface and raised floor rim to accommodate adjacent flooring.

b. Anchorage: Concealed bolt and steel anchors for embedment in concrete.

2. Cover Plate: Metal, matching frames where exposed.

a. Supported Load: 19.2 MPa (400 psf), minimum.

b. Rattle-free due to traffic.

3. Fillers: Resilient material between raised rim of frame and edge of cover plate, where shown.

a. No gaps or bulges over full design range joint movement.

4. Fire Barrier: As required for fire resistance rating.

5. Water Stop: Manufacturer's standard, continuous, full length of joint.

6. Finishes: As selected by COR.

C. Floor-to-Wall Metal Plate Joints:

1. Frames: Metal, continuous on floor side of joint only.

a. Provide wall side frame where required by manufacturer's design.

2. Cover Plates: Angle cover plates with countersunk flat-head exposed fasteners for securing cover plate to wall unless shown otherwise.

a. Fastener Spacing: As recommended by manufacturer.

3. Joint Design: Match adjacent floor to floor design.

4. Fire Barrier: As required for fire resistance rating.

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5. Water Stop: Manufacturer's standard, continuous, full length of joint.

6. Seismic: As required by Code.

7. Finishes: As selected by COR

D. Interior Wall Joint Cover Assemblies:

1. Frame: Metal, surface mounted, concealed fastening to wall on one sides of joint.

2. Cover Plate: Metal, smooth surface, lap both sides of joint and permitting free movement on one side.

a. Fabricate with concealed attachment of cover to frame when cover is in close contact with adjacent wall surface finish.

b. Use angle cover plates at intersecting walls.

3. Joint Design: Match adjacent floor to floor design.

4. Fire Barrier: As required for fire resistance rating.

5. Seismic: As required by Code.

6. Finishes: As selected by COR

E. Exterior Wall Joint Assemblies:

1. Design seal for variable movement and prevention of water and air infiltration.

2. Frame: Metal, concealed, for fastening to wall on one side of joint.

3. Cover Plate: Metal, surface mounted, lap both sides of joint, permitting free movement on one side.

a. Fabricate with concealed attachment of cover to frame for cover with cover in close contact with adjacent finish surfaces.

b. Use angle cover plate at intersecting walls.

4. Water Seal: Vinyl seal strip as secondary seal behind primary seal.

5. Seismic: As required by Code.

6. Finish: As specified in Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES.

F. Extruded Thermoplastic Rubber Joint Assemblies:

1. Frames: Aluminum, both sides of joint.

2. Primary Seal: Flexible rubber on exposed face after frame installation with factory welded watertight miters and transitions.

a. Anchor spaced at ends and not over 600 mm (24 inches).

1) Variable movement extruded rubber primary seal designed to remain in aluminum frame, throughout movement of joint.

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b. Flush mounted seal minimum 3 mm (0.12 inch) thick with dual movement grooves designed for plus or minus 50 percent, movement of joint width.

c. Provide pantographic wind load supports, maximum 2400 mm

(8 feet) on center to support seal systems of 300 mm (12 inches) wide and greater.

3. Secondary Seal: Continuous vinyl sheet seal.

4. Finishes: As specified in Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES.

G. Preformed Sealant Joint: Factory installed elastomeric sealant between extruded aluminum angle frame both sides.

1. Frames: Extruded aluminum angle on both sides of joint.

2. Filler: Elastomeric sealant.

3. Anticipated movement: 25 percent maximum.

2.6 FINISHES

A. Stainless Steel: NAAMM AMP 500, No. 2B bright finish.

B. Aluminum Anodized Finish: NAAMM AMP 500.

1. Clear Anodized Finish: AA-C22A41; Class I Architectural, 0.018 mm

(0.7 mil) thick.

2. Color Anodized Finish: AA-C22A42 or AA-C22A44; Class I

Architectural, 0.018 mm (0.7 mil) thick.

2.7 ACCESSORIES

A. General: Manufacturer's standard anchors, fasteners, set screws, spaces, protective coating, and filler materials, adhesive and other accessories required for installation.

B. Barrier Coating: ASTM D1187/D1187M.

C. Adhesives: Low pollutant-emitting, water based type recommended by adhered product manufacturer for each application.

D. Fasteners: Type and size recommended by expansion joint cover assembly manufacturer.

1. Exterior Applications: Stainless steel.

2. Fasteners for Aluminum: Stainless steel.

3. Other Applications: Galvanized steel or stainless steel.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 PREPARATION

A. Examine and verify substrate suitability for product installation.

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1. Provide items embedded in concrete and masonry in time for building into work without delaying work.

B. Protect existing construction and completed work from damage.

C. Apply barrier coating to aluminum and steel surfaces in contact with dissimilar metals and cementitious materials to minimum 0.7 mm

(30 mils) dry film thickness.

3.2 INSTALLATION

A. Install products according to manufacturer's instructions and approved submittal drawings.

1. When manufacturer's instructions deviate from specifications, submit proposed resolution for Contracting Officer's Representative consideration.

B. Install anchorage devices and fasteners for securing expansion joint assemblies to in-place construction where anchors are not embedded in concrete and masonry.

1. Secure with metal fasteners, type and size to suit application.

C. Perform cutting, drilling and fitting required for installation of expansion joint cover assemblies.

D. Install joint cover assemblies aligned and positioned in correct relationship to expansion joint opening and adjoining finished surfaces measured from established lines and levels.

1. Allow for thermal expansion and contraction of metal to avoid buckling.

2. Accommodate joint opening size at time of installation.

E. Set floor covers at elevations flush with adjacent finished flooring, unless shown otherwise.

F. Locate wall covers in continuous contact with adjacent surfaces. Secure with required accessories.

G. Locate anchors at interval recommended by manufacturer, but minimum

75 mm (3 inches) from each end, and, maximum 600 mm (24 inches) on centers.

H. Maintain continuity of expansion joint cover assemblies with end joints held to a minimum and metal members aligned mechanically using splice joints.

I. Cut and fit ends to accommodate thermal expansion and contraction of metal to avoid buckling of frames and cover plates.

J. Flush Metal Cover Plates:

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1. Secure flexible filler between frames to allow compression and expansion.

2. Adhere flexible filler materials to frames with adhesive or pressure-sensitive tape as recommended by manufacturer.

K. Waterstops:

1. Install in conjunction with floor joints, and where shown.

2. Install continuously to prevent water damage to finish spaces.

3. Seal waterstop to frames to prevent water leakage.

4. Install drainage tubes from waterstops to discharge collected water in nearest plumbing air gap drain.

L. Fire Barriers:

1. Install in compliance with tested assembly.

2. Install at joints in floors and in fire rated walls.

3. Use fire barrier sealant furnished with expansion joint assembly.

M. Apply sealant where required to prevent water and air infiltration.

N. Vertical Exterior Extruded Thermoplastic Rubber.

1. Install side frames mounted on sealant or butyl caulk tape with appropriate anchors 600 mm (24 inches) on center complete with secondary seal.

2. Install primary seals retained in extruded aluminum side frames.

O. Extruded Thermoplastic Rubber or Seals:

1. For straight sections, install preformed seals in continuous lengths.

2. Vulcanize or heat-seal field spliced joints to provide watertight joints as recommended by manufacturer.

P. Preformed Elastomeric Sealant Joint:

1. Locate joint directly over joints in wall and floor substrates.

2. Fasten full length to substrate using construction adhesive.

3. Install flush or slightly below finish material.

3.3 CLEANING

A. Remove excess adhesive before adhesive sets.

B. Clean exposed metal surfaces. Remove contaminants and stains.

3.4 PROTECTION

A. Cover floor joints with plywood where wheel traffic occurs before

Substantial completion.

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B. Remove protective covering when adjacent work areas are completed.

Clean exposed surfaces in compliance with manufacture's printed instructions.

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