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This document provides details on a federal contract opportunity for construction services to expand an existing parking garage and add an overhead walkway at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center. The contract is a 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses, with a size standard of $39.5 million, and an estimated value between $5-10 million. The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 9 will evaluate proposals using Lowest Price Technically Acceptable procedures. The solicitation is anticipated for release on or by January 15, 2021. Questions must be submitted in writing to the named Contracting Officer by that date, including the project number, name, and solicitation number in the email subject line.
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Expand Parking Garage and Add Overhead Walkway
James H. Quillen VA Medical Center, Mountain Home, TN
Contract 36C249-19-C-0168, PO 621Z90002 Project 621-332
VOL. II of II
SPECIFICATIONS
Final Construction Documents
REISSUE
Prepared for
Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 9 1639 Medical Center Pkwy, Suite 400 Murfreesboro, TN 37129
Prepared by
3603 NW 98th Street, Suite B Gainesville, Florida 32606
August 10, 2020
Design, Inc.
Expand Parking Garage and Add Overhead Walkway Final Construction Documents
Contract 36C249-19-C-0168, PO 621Z90002, Project 621-332
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
VHA MASTER SPECIFICATIONS
SECTION 00 01 10
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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DIVISION 00 - SPECIAL SECTIONS
00 01 10 Table of Contents 09-19 AD
00 01 15 List of Drawing Sheets 07-15 AD
DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
01 00 00 General Requirements 12-18 AD
01 32 16.15 Project Schedules (Small Projects – Design/Bid/Build) 04-13 AD
01 33 23 Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples 05-17 AD
01 35 26 Safety Requirements 02-17 AD
01 42 19 Reference Standards 09-19 AD
01 45 00 Quality Control 03-19 AD
01 45 29 Testing Laboratory Services 11-18 AD
01 45 35 Special Inspections 03-19 W
01 57 19 Temporary Environmental Controls 01-11 AD
01 74 19 Construction Waste Management 09-13 AD
01 81 13 Sustainable Construction Requirements 10-17 AD
DIVISION 02 – EXISTING CONDITIONS
02 21 13 Site Surveys 08-16 AD
02 41 00 Demolition 08-17 AD
DIVISION 03 – CONCRETE
03 30 00 Cast-in-Place Concrete 07-19 W
03 41 33 Precast Structural Pretensioned Concrete 02-19 W
DIVISION 04 – MASONRY
04 05 13 Masonry Mortaring 10-17 W
04 05 16 Masonry Grouting 02-16 W
04 20 00 Unit Masonry 08-17 W
DIVISION 05 – METALS
05 12 00 Structural Steel Framing 11-18 W
05 31 00 Steel Decking 02-16 W
05 50 00 Metal Fabrications 08-18 W
DIVISION 06 – WOOD, PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES
06 10 00 Rough Carpentry 10-17 FD
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DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION
07 11 13 Bituminous Dampproofing 02-16 W
07 17 00 Bentonite Waterproofing - - W
07 18 00 Vehicular Traffic Coatings - - W
07 18 13 Pedestrian Traffic Coatings 05-15 W
07 19 00 Water Repellents - - W
07 22 00 Roof and Deck Insulation 02-16 FD
07 41 13 Metal Roof Panels - - FD
07 51 00 Built-Up Bituminous Roofing 08-18 FD
07 60 00 Flashing and Sheet Metal 07-14 FD
07 81 00 Applied Fireproofing 10-17 FD
07 84 00 Firestopping 02-16 FD
07 92 00 Joint Sealants 10-17 W
07 95 13 Expansion Joint Cover Assemblies 02-16 W
DIVISION 08 - OPENINGS
08 11 13 Hollow Metal Doors and Frames 08-16 FD
08 33 00 Coiling Doors and Grilles 02-16 FD
08 41 13 Aluminum-Framed Entrances and Storefronts 08-16 FD
08 42 29.23 Sliding Automatic Entrances - - FD
08 71 00 Door Hardware 08-19 FD
08 71 13 Automatic Door Operators 02-16 FD
08 80 00 Glazing 10-15 FD
08 90 00 Louvers and Vents 05-15 FD
DIVISION 09 – FINISHES
09 06 00 Schedule for Finishes 04-15 FD
09 24 00 Portland Cement Plastering 10-15 FD
09 91 00 Painting 01-16 FD
DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES
10 14 00 Signage 10-15 W
10 44 13 Fire Extinguisher Cabinets 08-18 FD
DIVISION 13 - SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION
13 05 41 Seismic Restraint Requirements for Non-Structural Components
01-14 W
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DIVISION 14– CONVEYING EQUIPEMENT
14 21 00 Traction Gearless Machine Room-less Elevators 10-18 FD
DIVISION 21- FIRE SUPPRESSION
21 05 11 Common Work Results for Fire Suppression - - AD
21 12 00 Manual Dry Standpipe System 06-15 AD
21 13 13 Wet-Pipe Sprinkler System 06-15 AD
DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING
22 05 11 Common Work Results for Plumbing 07-16 AD
22 05 23 General-Duty Valves for Plumbing Piping 09-15 AD
22 05 33 Heat Tracing for Plumbing Piping 09-15 AD
22 07 11 Plumbing Insulation 09-19 AD
22 11 00 Facility Water Distribution 09-15 AD
22 13 00 Facility Sanitary and Vent Piping 09-15 AD
22 14 00 Facility Storm Drainage 09-15 AD
22 40 00 Plumbing Fixtures 09-15 AD
DIVISION 23 – HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC)
23 05 11 Common Work Results for HVAC 08-17 AD
23 07 11 HVAC and Boiler Plant Insulation 02-15 AD
23 23 00 Refrigerant Piping 02-15 AD
23 81 43 Air-Source Unitary Heat Pumps 04-11 AD
DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL
26 05 11 Requirements for Electrical Installations 01-16 AD
26 05 19 Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables 01-17 AD
26 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems 01-17 AD
26 05 33 Raceway and Boxes for Electrical Systems 01-18 AD
26 05 41 Underground Electrical Construction 01-17 AD
26 05 73 Overcurrent Protective Device Coordination Study 01-18 AD
26 09 23 Lighting Controls 01-18 AD
26 24 16 Panelboards 01-18 AD
26 27 26 Wiring Devices 01-18 AD
26 29 21 Enclosed Switches and Circuit Breakers 01-17 AD
26 36 23 Automatic Transfer Switches 01-17 AD
26 41 00 Facility Lightning Protection 01-17 AD
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26 43 13 Surge Protective Devices 01-17 AD
26 51 00 Interior Lighting 01-18 AD
26 56 00 Exterior Lighting 01-18 AD
DIVISION 27 – COMMUNICATIONS
27 05 11 Requirements for Communications Installations 09-19 AD
27 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Communications Systems 06-15 AD
27 05 33 Raceways and Boxes for Communications Systems 10-18 AD
27 10 00 Control, Communication and Signal Wiring 06-15 AD
DIVISION 28 – ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY
28 05 00 Common Work Results for Electronic Safety and Security 04-18 AD
28 05 13 Conductors and Cables for Electronic Safety and Security 10-18 AD
28 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Electronic Safety and Security 09-11 AD
28 05 28.33 Conduits and Backboxes for Electronic Safety and Security
09-11 AD
28 13 00 Physical Access Control System 10-11 AD
28 31 00 Fire Detection and Alarm 10-11 AD
DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK
31 20 00 Earthwork 07-16 AD
31 23 19 Dewatering 10-12 AD
31 31 16 Soil Treatment for Subterranean Termites - - AD
31 63 26 Drilled Caissons 10-12 W
DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS
32 05 23 Cement and Concrete for Exterior Improvements 08-16 AD
32 12 16 Asphalt Paving 09-15 AD
32 17 23 Pavement Markings 08-16 W
32 31 13 Chain Link Fences and Gates 06-18 W
32 31 20 Ornamental Steel Fences and Gates - - FD
32 84 00 Planting Irrigation 08-16 FD
32 90 00 Planting 08-16 AD
DIVISION 33 – UTILITIES
33 10 00 Water Utilities 03-17 AD
33 30 00 Sanitary Sewer Utilities 06-13 AD
33 40 00 Storm Sewer Utilities 12-17 AD
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SPECIFICATIONS
VOLUME II of II
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SECTION 10 14 00
SIGNAGE
01-16-20
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION
A. This section specifies interior signage for room numbers, directional signs, exterior signage, code required signs and temporary signs.
B. This section specifies exterior signage.
1.2 RELATED WORK
A. Lighted EXIT signs for egress purposes are specified under Division 26, ELECTRICAL.
B. Color and Finish of Interior Signs: Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR
FINISHES.
C. Division 09 Section “Painting” for painting by others of surfaces to which signs specified herein may be applied. Painting of signs is included in this Section.
D. Division 14 Section “Elevators” for elevator door jamb markings.
E. Division 23 Section “Mechanical Identification” for labels, tags, and nameplates for mechanical equipment. (Room designation signage is included herein.)
F. Division 26 Section “Electrical Identification” for labels, tags, and nameplates for electrical equipment. (Room destination signage is included herein.)
1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Manufacturer’s Qualifications: Provide signage that is the product of one manufacturer, who has provided signage as specified for a minimum of three (3) years. Submit manufacturer’s qualifications.
B. Installer’s Qualifications: Minimum three (3) years’ experience in the installation of signage of the type as specified in this Section.
Submit installer’s qualifications.
C. All completed signs shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship and effectively present specified message under both day and night viewing conditions. Sign faces shall be reasonable smooth, shall exhibit uniform color and brightness over entire background surfaces and shall not appear mottled, streaked, or stained when viewed either in ordinary daylight or incidental beams of automobile headlamps.
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D. Support structures for signs that are free-standing or extending from any exterior surface of the building, including but not limited roof level parking signs on cantilever supports, shall be designed in accordance with ASCE 7-10’s requirements for wind loads.
E. Coordinate sign placement with structure configuration and lighting location. Before sign installation, arrange meeting with COR and lighting installer at site to review sign placement. Additional compensation not allowed for relocating signs after installation if relocation required due to conflicts with lighting or structure.
1.4 PROJECT CONDITIONS
A. Field Measurements: Take field measurements prior to preparation of shop drawings and fabrication to ensure proper fitting and mounting.
Where sizes of signs may be affected by dimensions of surfaces on which they are installed, verify dimensions by field measurement. Show recorded measurements on final shop drawings. Coordinate fabrication schedule with construction progress to avoid delay.
1.5 COORDINATION
A. For signs to be supported by or anchored to permanent construction, advise installers of anchorage devices about specific requirements for said devices. Furnish templates for installation.
1.6 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit in accordance with Section 01 33 00, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA
AND SAMPLES.
B. Interior Sign Samples: Sign panels and frames, with letters and symbols, for each sign type.
1. Sign Panel, 203 x 254 mm (8 x 10 inches), with letters.
2. Color samples of each color, 152 x 152 mm (6 x 6 inches. Show anticipated range of color and texture.
3. Sample of typeface, arrow and symbols in a typical full-size layout.
C. Exterior Sign Samples: 152 x 152 mm (6 x 6 inches) samples of each color and material.
D. Manufacturer's Literature:
1. Showing the methods and procedures proposed for the anchorage of the signage system to each surface type.
2. Manufacturer’s printed specifications and maintenance instructions.
E. Sign Location Plan, showing location, type and total number of signs required.
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F. Shop Drawings: Scaled for manufacture and fabrication of sign types.
Identify materials, show joints, welds, anchorage, accessory items, mounting and finishes.
G. Full size layout patterns for dimensional letters.
H. Manufacturer’s qualifications.
I. Installer’s qualifications.
J. Structural calculations.
1.7 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.
1.8 WARRANTY
A. Construction Warranty: Comply with FAR clause 52.246-21, “Warranty of
Construction”.
1.9 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 Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA):
611-14..................Anodized Architectural Aluminum
2603-13.................Voluntary Specification, Performance
Requirements and Test Procedures for Pigmented
Organic Coatings on Aluminum Extrusions and
Panels
C. American National Standards Institute (ANSI):
A117.1-09...............Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities
D. ASTM International (ASTM):
A36/A36M-14.............Carbon Structural Steel
A240/A240M-15...........Chromium and Chromium-Nickel Stainless Steel
Plate, Sheet, and Strip for Pressure Vessels and for General Applications
A666-10.................Annealed or Cold-Worked Austenitic Stainless-
Steel Sheet, Strip, Plate and Flat Bar
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A1011/A1011M-14.........Steel, Sheet and Strip, Hot-Rolled, Carbon, Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy, High-
Strength Low-Alloy with Improved Formability, and Ultra-High Strength
B36/B36M-13.............Brass Plate, Sheet, Strip, and Rolled Bar
B152/B152M-13...........Copper Sheet, Strip, Plate, and Rolled Bar
B209-14.................Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate
B209M-14................Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate
(Metric)
B221-14.................Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Shapes, and Tubes
B221M-13................Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Shapes, and Tubes (Metric)
C1036-11(R2012).........Flat Glass
C1048-12................Heat-Treated Flat Glass-Kind HS, Kind FT Coated and Uncoated Glass
C1349-10................Architectural Flat Glass Clad Polycarbonate
D1003-13................Test Method for Haze and Luminous Transmittance of Transparent Plastics
D4802-10................Poly(Methyl Methacrylate) Acrylic Plastic Sheet
E. Code of Federal Regulation (CFR):
40 CFR 59...............Determination of Volatile Matter Content, Water
Content, Density Volume Solids, and Weight
Solids of Surface Coating
F. Federal Specifications (Fed Spec):
MIL-PRF-8184F...........Plastic Sheet, Acrylic, Modified.
MIL-P-46144C............Plastic Sheet, Polycarbonate
G. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):
70-14...................National Electrical Code
1.10 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 and lowercase, Helvetica
Medium, Helvetica Medium Condensed and Helvetica Regular.
3. Character Height: Minimum 16 mm (5/8 in) high, Maximum 50 mm (2 in).
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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 in VA sign standards. 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.
1.11 COLORS AND FINISHES:
A. See sign schedule and VA Signage Design Guide.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 SIGNAGE GENERAL
A. Provide signs of type, size and design shown on the construction documents.
B. Provide 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 construction documents for dimensions. Verify dimensions and coordinate with field conditions. Notify Contracting Officer
Representative (COR) of discrepancies or changes needed to satisfy the requirements of the construction documents.
2.2 EXTERIOR SIGNAGE PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
A. Structural Calculations: Engage a Professional Engineer (PE) who is registered in the state where the work is located to design sign structure and anchorage to withstand design loads.
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B. Thermal Movements: For exterior signs, allow for thermal movements from ambient and surface temperature changes 67 degrees C (120 degrees F) ambient and 100 degrees C (180 degrees F) material surfaces.
C. Provide installed electrical components and sign installations bearing the label and certifications of Underwriter’s Laboratories, Inc., and comply with NFPA 70 as well as applicable federal codes for installation techniques, fabrication methods and general product safety.
2.3 INTERIOR SIGN MATERIALS
A. Aluminum:
1. Sheet and Plate: ASTM B209M (B209).
2. Extrusions and Tubing: ASTM B221M (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: Premium grade 0.1 mm (0.004 inch) thick machine cut, having a pressure sensitive adhesive and integral colors.
E. Adhesives:
1. Adhesives for Field Application: Mildew-resistant, nonstaining adhesive for use with specific type of panels, sheets, or assemblies; and for substrate application; as recommended in writing by signage manufacturer.
2. Adhesives to have VOC content of 50 g/L or less when calculated according to 40 CFR 59, (EPA Method 24).
F. Typography: Comply with VA Signage Design Guide.
1. Type Style: Helvetica Medium and Helvetica Medium Condensed. Initial caps or all caps, as indicated in Sign Message Schedule.
2. Arrow: Comply with graphic standards in construction documents.
3. Letter spacing: Comply with graphic standards in construction documents.
4. Letter spacing: Comply with graphic standards in construction documents.
5. Provide text, arrows, and symbols in size, colors, typefaces and letter spacing shown in construction documents. Text shall be a true, clean, accurate reproduction of typeface(s). Text shown in construction documents is for layout purposes only; final text for signs is listed in Sign Message Schedule.
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2.4 EXTERIOR SIGN MATERIALS
A. Aluminum Sheet and Plate: ASTM B209M (B209).
B. Aluminum Extrusions: ASTM B221M (B221).
C. Steel Products: Structural steel products that conform to
ASTM A36/A36M. Sheet and strip steel products that conform to
ASTM A1011/A1011M.
D. Stainless Steel Sheet: ASTM A240/A240M, stretcher leveled standard of flatness.
E. Acrylic Sheet: ASTM D4802; category as standard with manufacturer for each sign. Provide type UVF.
F. Fiberglass Sheet: Multiple laminations of glass fiber reinforced polyester resin with UV light stabilized, colorfast, nonfading, weather and stain resistant, colored polyester gel coat with manufacturer’s standard finish.
G. Polycarbonate Sheet: ASTM C1349, Appendix X1, Type II (coated, mar resistant, UV stabilized polycarbonate) with coating on both sides.
H. Finish:
1. Aluminum Finishes:
a. Clear Anodic Finish: AAMA 611.
b. Baked Enamel or Powder Coat Finish: AAMA 2603 with a minimum dry film thickness of 0.04 mm (1.5 mils).
2. Metallic Coated Steel Finish:
a. Baked Enamel or Powder Coat Finish: After cleaning and pretreating, apply manufacturer’s standard two (2) coat baked-on finish consisting of prime coat and thermosetting topcoat to a minimum dry film thickness of 0.05 mm (2 mils).
2.5 INTERIOR SIGN TYPES
A. Conform to the VA Signage Design Guide.
B. Provide insert and frame component system.
C. Component System Signs:
1. Provide interior sign system as follows:
a. Interchangeable system that allows for changes of graphic components of the installed sign, without changing sign in its entirety.
b. Provide sign system comprised of following primary components:
1) Rail Back: Horizontal rails, spaced to allow for uniform, modular sizing of sign types.
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2) Rail Insert: Mount to back of Copy Panels to allow for attachment to Rail Back.
3) Copy Panels: Fabricate of ABS, phopolymer, acrylic, aluminum, or stainless-steel materials to allow for different graphic needs.
4) End Caps: Interlock to Rail Back to enclose and secure changeable Copy Panels.
5) Joiners and Accent Joiners: To connect separate Rail Backs together.
6) Top Accent Bars: To provide decorative trim cap that encloses the top of sign.
c. Provide rail back, rail insert and end caps in anodized extruded aluminum.
d. Provide signs in system that are convertible in the field to allow for enlargement from one (1) 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. Connect accent joiners to rail backs with a visible
3 mm (1/8") horizontal rib, flush to the adjacent copy insert surfaces.
e. Provide sign configurations as indicated on construction documents that vary in width from 228 mm (9 inches) to 2032 mm
(80 inches) and have height dimensions of 50 mm (2 inches), 76 mm
(3 inches), 152 mm (6 inches), 228 mm (9 inches) and 305 mm (12 inches). Height that can be increased beyond 305 mm (12 inches), by repeating height module in full or in part.
2. Provide rail back functions as internal structural member of sign.
Fabricate of 6063T5-extruded aluminum, anodized black.
a. Fabricate to accept an extruded aluminum or plastic insert on either side, depending upon sign type.
b. Provide components that are convertible in field to allow for connection to other rail back panels.
c. Provide mounting devices including wall mounting for screw-on applications, wall mounting with pressure sensitive tape, freestanding mount, ceiling mount, and other mounting devices as needed.
3. Provide rail insert functions as mounting device for copy panels on to the rail back. The rail insert mounts to the back of the copy
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a. Provide copy panels that slide or snap into the horizontal rail back.
4. Provide copy panels that accept various forms of copy and graphics and attach to the rail back with the rail insert. Provide copy panels fabricated of ABS plastic with integral color or an acrylic lacquer finish photopolymer or acrylic.
a. Provide copy panels that are interchangeable by sliding horizontally from either side of sign, and to other signs in system of equal or greater width or height.
b. Provide materials that are cleanable without use of special chemicals or cleaning solutions.
c. Copy Panel 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.
a) Pressure bonded to extruded rail insert with adhesive.
b) Background Color: Integral or painted in acrylic lacquer.
c) Finished: Texture pattern.
2) Photopolymer Inserts: 3.2 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.
a) Background Color: Painted, 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.
a) Inserts into holder are paper with a clear 0.76 mm
(.030 inches) textured cover.
b) Background Color: Painted, acrylic lacquer.
4) Acrylic - 2 mm (.080 inches) non-glare acrylic.
a) Pressure bonded to extruded rail insert using adhesive.
b) Background Color: 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 0.76 mm (.030 inches) textured
10 14 00 - 10 polycarbonate insert and a sliding tile which mounts in the inset holder and slides horizontally.
5. End Caps: Extruded using 6063T5 aluminum with a black anodized finish. 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. Interchangeable to each end of sign and to other signs in signage system of equal height.
b. Provide mechanical fasteners that can be added to the end caps that will secure it to rail back to make sign tamper resistant.
6. Joiners: Extruded using 6063T5 aluminum with a black anodized finish. Rail joiners connect rail backs together blindly, providing a butt joint between copy inserts.
7. Accent Joiners: Extruded using 6063T5 aluminum with a mirror polished finish. Connect joiner and rail backs together with a visible 3 mm (.125 inches) horizontal rib, flush to the adjacent copy panel surfaces.
8. Top Accent Rail: Extruded rail using 6063T5 aluminum with a mirror polished finish that provides a 3.2 mm (.125 inches) high decorative trim cap. Cap butts flush to adjacent copy panel and encloses top of rail back and copy panel.
9. 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.
1) Spray face back with paint and laminated to extruded aluminum carrier insert.
c. Integral Tactile Copy Inserts: Phenolic photopolymer 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.
D. Tactile Sign:
1. Tactile sign made from a material that provides for letters, numbers and Braille to be integral with sign. Photopolymer etched metal, sandblasted phenolic or embossed material. Do not apply letters, numbers and Braille with adhesive.
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2. Numbers, letters and Braille to be raised 0.8 mm (1/32 inches) from the background surface. The draft of the letters, numbers and
Braille to be tapered, vertical and clean.
3. Braille Dots: Conform with ANSI A117.1 for Braille position and layout; (a) Dot base diameter: 1.5 mm (.059 inches) (b) Inter-dot spacing: 2.3 mm (.090 inches) (c) Horizontal separation between cells: 6.0 mm (.241 inches) (d) Vertical separation between cells:
10.0 mm (.395 inches)
4. Paint assembly specified color. After painting, apply white or other specified color to surface of the numbers and letters. Apply protective clear coat sealant to entire sign.
5. Finish: Eggshell, 11 to 19 degree on a 60-degree glossmeter.
E. Provide cork or felt on bottom or mounting bracket when sign is mounted on counter or desk.
F. For ceiling mounted signs, provide mounting hardware on the sign that allows for sign disconnection, removal, reinstallation, and reconnection.
G. Dimensional Letters:
1. Provide dimensional letters that are mill or laser cut acrylic in size and thickness indicated in construction documents.
2. Provide draft of letters perpendicular to letters face.
3. Fabricate letters with square corners, such as where a letter stem and bar intersect.
4. Paint letters with acrylic polyurethane.
2.6 EXTERIOR SIGN TYPES
A. General:
1. Fabricate signs that comply with VA Signage Design Guide.
B. Text and Graphics:
1. 1. Non-illuminated Signs: Provide surface applied reflective white opaque vinyl graphics.
C. Post and Panel Signs:
1. Construct Sign of extruded Aluminum System Including the Following
Integral Features: Water relief channel, integral flanges for attachment of additional structural supports and mounting to posts with minimum 3 mm (0.125 inch) wall thickness. Weld post caps or mechanically attach with concealed fasteners.
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D. Non-illuminated Single Post Sign:
1. Provide sign constructed of an extruded aluminum square post with aluminum plate sign panel.
2. Sign Panel: 3.2 mm (0.125 inch) aluminum plate. Mechanically fasten panel to support post with tamper resistant fasteners.
3. Posts: Aluminum, minimum 3.2 mm (0.125 inch) wall thickness.
a. Post Caps: Welded or mechanically attached with concealed fasteners.
E. Non-illuminated Single Post Traffic Regulatory Sign:
1. Construct sign of extruded aluminum square post with aluminum plate sign panel.
2. Sign Panel: 3.2 mm (0.125 inch) aluminum plate with surface applied reflective vinyl traffic regulatory decals. Mechanically fasten to support post with tamper resistant fasteners.
3. Posts: Aluminum with minimum 3.2 mm (0.125 inch) wall thickness.
Post caps to be welded or mechanically attached with concealed fasteners.
4. Provide reflective traffic control symbols complying to Department of Transportation, Manual for Uniform Traffic Control Devices in color, shape, proportions, text and symbols.
F. Non-illuminated Wall Panel Sign:
1. Provide sign constructed of an aluminum extrusion system including:
a. Internal flanges for attachment of additional structural supports and mounting to wall.
b. Frame retainer maximum 25 mm (1 inch) face dimension to allow for sign face removal.
2. Weld sign cabinet at mitered corners and provide internal bracing to ensure structural rigidity. Shop weld and grind smooth exposed welds so that surface is consistent with surrounding surface and accepts paint finish in a like manner.
3. Sign Faces: 2.3 mm (0.090 inch) thick aluminum with surface applied reflective white vinyl graphics.
a. Mount aluminum face in extruded cabinet frame to allow for removal from top or side, so that faces can be changed without affecting extruded sign structure.
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G. Non-illuminated Wall Panel Sign:
1. Constructed of flat sheet of aluminum for wall mounting.
2. Sign Face: 3.2 mm (0.125 inch) thick aluminum with surface applied reflective white vinyl graphics.
3. Installed with mechanical fasteners into wall surface. Exposed support brackets are not acceptable.
H. Non-Illuminated Cut Out Dimensional Letters:
1. Provide 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 as required by sign type.
2. Letters: Studded and mounted with 9 mm (.375 inch) spacers to wall surface using adhesive appropriate to the surface.
3. Paint letters with acrylic polyurethane in specified color and finish in Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES.
2.7 FABRICATION
A. Design interior signage components to allow for expansion and contraction for a minimum material temperature range of 38 degrees C
(100 degrees 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. Provide concealed fasteners wherever possible.
C. Shop fabricate so far as practicable. Fasten joints flush to conceal reinforcement, or weld joints, where thickness or section permits.
D. Level and assemble contract surfaces of connected members so joints will be tight and practically unnoticeable, without applying filling compound.
E. Signs: Fabricate with fine, even texture to be flat and sound.
1. Maintain lines and miters sharp, arises unbroken, profiles accurate and ornament true to pattern.
2. Plane surfaces to be smooth, flat and without oil-canning, free of rack and twist.
3. Maximum variation from plane of surface plus or minus 0.3 mm (0.015 inches). Restore texture to filed or cut areas.
F. Finish extruded members to be free from extrusion marks. Fabricate square turns, sharp corners, and true curves.
G. Finish hollow signs with matching material on all faces, tops, bottoms and ends. Miter edge joints to give appearance of solid material.
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H. Do not manufacture signs until final sign message schedule and location review has been completed by the COR and forwarded to contractor.
I. Drill holes for bolts and screws. Mill smooth exposed ends and edges with corners slightly rounded.
J. Form joints exposed to weather to exclude water.
K. Movable Parts, Including Hardware: Cleaned and adjusted to operate as designed without binding or deformation of members. Center doors and covers in opening or frame.
1. Align contact surfaces fit tight and even without forcing or warping components.
L. Pre-assemble items in shop 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. Prime painted surfaces as required. Apply finish coating of paint for complete coverage with no light or thin applications allowing substrate or primer to show.
1. Finish surface smooth, free of scratches, gouges, drips, bubbles, thickness variations, foreign matter and other imperfections.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Locate signs as shown on the construction documents.
B. Conform to the VA Signage Design Guide for installation requirements.
C. At each sign location verify that there are no utility lines behind each sign location that will be affected by installation of signs.
1. Correct and repair damage done to utilities during installation of signs at no additional cost to Government.
D. Provide inserts and anchoring devices which must be set in concrete or other material for installation of signs. Submit setting drawings, templates, instructions and directions for installation of anchorage devices, which may involve other trades.
E. Refer to Sign Message Schedule for mounting method. Mount signs in proper alignment, level and plumb according to the Sign Location Plan and the dimensions given on elevation and Sign Location Plans. When exact position, angle, height or location is not clear, contact COR for resolution.
F. Touch up exposed fasteners and connecting hardware to match color and finish of surrounding surface.
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G. At completion of sign installation, clean exposed sign surfaces. Clean and repair adjoining or adjacent surfaces that became soiled or damaged as a result of installation of signs.
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SECTION 10 44 13
FIRE EXTINGUISHER CABINETS
08-01-18
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION
This section covers recessed fire extinguisher cabinets.
1.2 RELATED WORK
A. Acrylic glazing: Section 08 80 00, GLAZING.
B. Field Painting: Section 09 91 00, PAINTING.
1.3 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT
DATA, AND SAMPLES.
B. Manufacturer's Literature and Data: Fire extinguisher cabinet including installation instruction and rough opening required.
1.4 APPLICATION 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 of Testing and Materials (ASTM):
D4802-15................Poly (Methyl Methacrylate) Acrylic Plastic
Sheet
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 FIRE EXTINGUISHER CABINET
Recessed type with flat trim of size and design shown.
2.2 FABRICATION
A. Form body of cabinet from 0.9 mm (0.0359 inch) thick sheet steel.
B. Fabricate door and trim from 1.2 mm (0.0478 inch) thick sheet steel with all face joints fully welded and ground smooth.
1. Glaze doors with 6 mm (1/4 inch) thick ASTM D4802, clear acrylic sheet, Category B-1, Finish 1.
2. Design doors to open 180 degrees.
3. Provide continuous hinge, pull handle, and adjustable roller catch.
2.3 FINISH
A. Finish interior of cabinet body with baked-on semigloss white enamel.
B. Finish door, frame with manufacturer's standard baked-on prime coat suitable for field painting.
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PART 3 - EXECUTION
A. Install fire extinguisher cabinets in prepared openings and secure in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
B. Install cabinet so that the extinguisher height within meets the requirements of NFPA 10
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SECTION 13 05 41
SEISMIC RESTRAINT REQUIREMENTS FOR NON-STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS
01-01-14
PART 1 – GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION:
A. Provide seismic restraint in accordance with the requirements of this section in order to maintain the integrity of nonstructural components of the building so that they remain safe and functional in case of seismic event.
B. The design to resist seismic load shall be based on Seismic Design
Categories per section 4.0 of the VA Seismic Design Requirements (H-18-
8) dated August 2013,http://www.cfm.va.gov/til/etc/seismic.pdf.
C. Definitions: Non-structural building components are components or systems that are not part of the building’s structural system whether inside or outside, above or below grade. Non-structural components of buildings include:
1. Architectural Elements: Facades that are not part of the structural system and its shear resistant elements; cornices and other architectural projections and parapets that do not function structurally; glazing; nonbearing partitions; suspended ceilings;
stairs isolated from the basic structure; cabinets; bookshelves;
medical equipment; and storage racks.
2. Electrical Elements: Power and lighting systems; substations;
switchgear and switchboards; auxiliary engine-generator sets;
transfer switches; motor control centers; motor generators; selector and controller panels; fire protection and alarm systems; special life support systems; and telephone and communication systems.
3. Mechanical Elements: Heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning systems; medical gas systems; plumbing systems; sprinkler systems;
pneumatic systems; boiler equipment and components.
4. Transportation Elements: Mechanical, electrical and structural elements for transport systems, i.e., elevators and dumbwaiters, including hoisting equipment and counterweights.
1.2 RELATED WORK:
A. Section No. 04 20 00, Unit Masonry
B. Section No. 08 41 13, Aluminum-Framed Entrances and Storefronts
C. Section No. 14 21 00, Electric Traction Elevators
D. Division 21, Fire Suppression http://www.cfm.va.gov/til/etc/seismic.pdf
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E. Division 22, Plumbing
F. Division 23, Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC).
G. Division 26, Electrical.
H. Section No._______
I. Section No._______
1.3 QUALITY CONTROL:
A. Shop-Drawing Preparation:
1. Have seismic-force-restraint shop drawings and calculations prepared by a professional structural engineer experienced in the area of seismic force restraints. The professional structural engineer shall be registered in the state where the project is located.
2. Submit design tables and information used for the design-force levels, stamped and signed by a professional structural engineer registered in the State where project is located.
B. Coordination:
1. Do not install seismic restraints until seismic restraint submittals are approved by the COR.
2. Coordinate and install trapezes or other multi-pipe hanger systems prior to pipe installation.
C. Seismic Certification:
In structures assigned to IBC Seismic Design Category C, D, E, or F, permanent equipment and components are to have Special Seismic
Certification in accordance with requirements of section 13.2.2 of ASCE
7 except for equipment that are considered rugged as listed in section
2.2 OSHPD code application notice CAN No. 2-1708A.5 and shall comply with section 13.2.6 of ASCE 7.
1.4 SUBMITTALS:
A. Submit a coordinated set of equipment anchorage drawings prior to installation including:
1. Description, layout, and location of items to be anchored or braced with anchorage or brace points noted and dimensioned.
2. Details of anchorage or bracing at large scale with all members, parts brackets shown, together with all connections, bolts, welds etc. clearly identified and specified.
3. Numerical value of design seismic brace loads.
4. For expansion bolts, include design load and capacity if different from those specified.
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B. Submit prior to installation, a coordinated set of bracing drawings for seismic protection of piping, with data identifying the various support-to-structure connections and seismic bracing structural connections, include:
1. Single-line piping diagrams on a floor-by-floor basis. Show all suspended piping for a given floor on the same plain.
2. Type of pipe (Copper, steel, cast iron, insulated, non-insulated, etc.).
3. Pipe contents.
4. Structural framing.
5. Location of all gravity load pipe supports and spacing requirements.
6. Numerical value of gravity load reactions.
7. Location of all seismic bracing.
8. Numerical value of applied seismic brace loads.
9. Type of connection (Vertical support, vertical support with seismic brace etc.).
10. Seismic brace reaction type (tension or compression): Details illustrating all support and bracing components, methods of connections, and specific anchors to be used.
C. Submit prior to installation, bracing drawings for seismic protection of suspended ductwork and suspended electrical and communication cables, include:
1. Details illustrating all support and bracing components, methods of connection, and specific anchors to be used.
2. Numerical value of applied gravity and seismic loads and seismic loads acting on support and bracing components.
3. Maximum spacing of hangers and bracing.
4. Seal of registered structural engineer responsible for design.
D. Submit design calculations prepared and sealed by the registered structural engineer specified above in paragraph 1.3A.
E. Submit for concrete anchors, the appropriate ICBC evaluation reports, OSHPD pre-approvals, or lab test reports verifying compliance with
OSHPD Interpretation of Regulations 28-6.
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1.5 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS:
A. The Publications listed below (including amendments, addenda revisions, supplements and errata) form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referenced in text by basic designation only.
B. American Concrete Institute (ACI):
355.2-07................Qualification for Post-Installed Mechanical
Anchors in Concrete and Commentary
C. American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC):
Load and Resistance Factor Design, Volume 1, Second Edition
D. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM):
A36/A36M-08.............Standard Specification for Carbon Structural
Steel
A53/A53M-10.............Standard Specification for Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot-Dipped, Zinc-Coated, Welded and
Seamless
A307-10.................Standard Specification for Carbon Steel Bolts and Studs; 60,000 PSI Tensile Strength.
A325-10.................Standard Specification for Structural Bolts, Steel, Heat Treated, 120/105 ksi Minimum
Tensile Strength
A325M-09................Standard Specification for High-Strength Bolts for Structural Steel Joints [Metric]
A490-10.................Standard Specification for Heat-Treated Steel
Structural Bolts, 150 ksi Minimum Tensile
Strength
A490M-10................Standard Specification for High-Strength Steel
Bolts, Classes 10.9 and 10.9.3, for Structural
Steel Joints [Metric]
A500/A500M-10...........Standard Specification for Cold-Formed Welded and Seamless Carbon Steel Structural Tubing in
Rounds and Shapes
A501-07.................Specification for Hot-Formed Welded and
Seamless Carbon Steel Structural Tubing
A615/A615M-09...........Standard Specification for Deformed and Plain
Billet-Steel Bars for Concrete Reinforcement
A992/A992M-06...........Standard Specification for Steel for Structural
Shapes for Use in Building Framing
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A996/A996M-09...........Standard Specification for Rail-Steel and Axel-
Steel Deformed Bars for Concrete
Reinforcement
E488-96(R2003)..........Standard Test Method for Strength of Anchors in
Concrete and Masonry Element
E. American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE 7) Latest Edition.
F. International Building Code (IBC) Latest Edition
G. VA Seismic Design Requirements, H-18-8, August 2013
H. National Uniform Seismic Installation Guidelines (NUSIG)
I. Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association
(SMACNA): Seismic Restraint Manual - Guidelines for Mechanical Systems, 1998 Edition and Addendum
1.6 REGULATORY REQUIREMENT:
A. IBC Latest Edition.
B. Exceptions: The seismic restraint of the following items may be omitted:
1. Equipment weighing less than 400 pounds, which is supported directly on the floor or roof.
2. Equipment weighing less than 20 pounds, which is suspended from the roof or floor or hung from a wall.
3. Gas and medical piping less than 2 ½ inches inside diameter.
4. Piping in boiler plants and equipment rooms less than 1 ¼ inches inside diameter.
5. All other piping less than 2 ½ inches inside diameter, except for automatic fire suppression systems.
6. All piping suspended by individual hangers, 12 inches or less in length from the top of pipe to the bottom of the support for the hanger.
7. All electrical conduits, less than 2 1/2 inches inside diameter.
8. All rectangular air handling ducts less than six square feet in cross sectional area.
9. All round air handling ducts less than 28 inches in diameter.
10. All ducts suspended by hangers 12 inches or less in length from the top of the duct to the bottom of support for the hanger.
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PART 2 – PRODUCTS
2.1 STEEL:
A. Structural Steel: ASTM A36, A36M and A992.
B. Structural Tubing: ASTM 1085.
C. Steel Pipe: ASTM A53/A53M, Grade B.
D. Bolts & Nuts: ASTM A307 and A325.
2.2 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE:
A. Concrete: 28-day strength, f’c = 30 MPa (4,000 psi) unless noted otherwise.
B. Reinforcing Steel: ASTM A615/615M or ASTM A996/A996M deformed.
PART 3 – EXECUTION
3.1 CONSTRUCTION, GENERAL:
A. Provide equipment supports and anchoring devices to withstand the seismic design forces, so that when seismic design forces are applied, the equipment cannot displace, overturn, or become inoperable.
B. Provide anchorages in conformance with recommendations of the equipment manufacturer and as shown on approved shop drawings and calculations.
C. Construct seismic restraints and anchorage to allow for thermal expansion.
D. Testing Before Final Inspection:
1. Test 10-percent of anchors in masonry and concrete per ASTM E488, and ACI 355.2 to determine that they meet the required load capacity. If any anchor fails to meet the required load, test the next 20 consecutive anchors, which are required to have zero failure, before resuming the 10-percent testing frequency.
2. Before scheduling Final Inspection, submit a report on this testing indicating the number and location of testing, and what anchor-loads were obtained.
3.2 EQUIPMENT RESTRAINT AND BRACING:
A. See drawings for equipment to be restrained or braced.
3.3 MECHANICAL DUCTWORK AND PIPING; BOILER PLANT STACKS AND BREACHING;
ELECTRICAL BUSWAYS, CONDUITS, AND CABLE TRAYS; AND TELECOMMUNICATION
WIRES AND CABLE TRAYS
A. Support and brace mechanical ductwork and piping; electrical busways, conduits and cable trays; and telecommunication wires and cable trays including boiler plant stacks and breeching to resist directional forces (lateral, longitudinal and vertical).
B. Brace duct and breeching branches with a minimum of 1 brace per branch.
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C. Provide supports and anchoring so that, upon application of seismic forces, piping remains fully connected as operable systems which will not displace sufficiently to damage adjacent or connecting equipment or building members.
D. Seismic Restraint of Piping:
1. Design criteria:
a. Piping resiliently supported: Restrain to support 120 -percent of the weight of the systems and components and contents.
b. Piping not resiliently supported: Restrain to support 60 -percent of the weight of the system components and contents.
E. Piping Connections: Provide flexible connections where pipes connect to equipment. Make the connections capable of accommodating relative differential movements between the pipe and equipment under conditions of earthquake shaking.
3.4 PARTITIONS
A. In buildings with flexible structural frames, anchor partitions to only structural element, such as a floor slab, and separate such partition by a physical gap from all other structural elements.
B. Properly anchor masonry walls to the structure for restraint, so as to carry lateral loads imposed due to earthquake along with their own weight and other lateral forces.
3.5 CEILINGS AND LIGHTING FIXTURES
A. At regular intervals, laterally brace suspended ceilings against lateral and vertical movements, and provide with a physical separation at the walls.
B. Independently support and laterally brace all lighting fixtures. Refer to applicable portion of lighting specification, Section 26 51 00, INTERIOR LIGHTING.
3.6 FACADES AND GLAZING
A. Do not install concrete masonry unit filler walls in a manner that can restrain the lateral deflection of the building frame. Provide a gap with adequately sized resilient filler to separate the structural frame from the non-structural filler wall.
B. Tie brick veneers to a separate wall that is independent of the steel frame as shown on construction drawings to ensure strength against applicable seismic forces at the project location.
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C. Install attachments to structure for all façade materials as shown on construction drawings to ensure strength against applicable seismic forces at the project location.
3.7 STORAGE RACKS, CABINETS, AND BOOKCASES
A. Install storage racks to withstand earthquake forces and anchored to the floor or laterally braced from the top to the structural elements.
B. Anchor medical supply cabinets to the floor or walls and equip them with properly engaged, lockable latches.
C. Anchor filing cabinets that are more than 2 drawers high to the floor or walls, and equip all drawers with properly engaged, lockable latches.
D. Anchor bookcases that are more than 30 inches high to the floor or walls, and equip any doors with properly engaged, lockable latches.
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SECTION 14 21 00
VAMC MOUNTAIN HOME, TN
ELEVATOR #P1, #P2, #P3___
GEARLESS MACHINE ROOMLESS ELEVATORS
BASED ON OTIS GEN-2 OR EQUAL
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION
A. This section specifies the engineering, furnishing and installation of the complete electric traction elevator system as described herein and as indicated on the Contract drawings.
B. Items listed in the singular apply to each elevator in this specification except where noted.
C. Passenger Elevators No. P 1, P 2, & P3 shall be overhead gearless traction machine room-less type with Variable Voltage Variable
Frequency (VVVF) microprocessor based control system with regenerative drive single car selective collective automatic group automatic operation and power operated single-speed center opening car and hoist way doors. Elevators shall have Class “A” loading.
D. Elevator Schedule
ELEVATOR SCHEDULE
Elevator Number P1, P2, Overall Platform Size 8’-0” x 6’-3”
Rated Load - (pounds) 4000
Rated Speed - s(fpm) 200
Total Travel 48’ 5”
Number of Stops 5
Number of Openings (10) G, 2, 3, 4, 5, Type of Roping Polyurethane Coated Steel
Belts for elevator hoisting purposes
Entrance Type & Size 3’-6”
ELEVATOR SCHEDULE
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