Attachment 3 - Specs Vol II.pdf

CONSTRUCTION BID DOCUMENTS

SPECIFICATIONS

VOLUME II

DIV 12 - 23

Improve Surgical Operating Access

VA Project No. 652-323

H. H. McGuire VA Medical Center

Richmond, Virginia

Miller-Remick LLC

1010 Kings Highway South

Building Two – 2nd Floor

Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034

(856) 429-4000

September 15, 2022

Hunter Holmes McGuire VAMC VA Project #652-323

Improve Surgical Operating Access Construction Bid Documents

Richmond, VA September 15, 2022

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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

VHA MASTER SPECIFICATIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section 00 01 10

SECTION NO. DIVISION AND SECTION TITLES DATE

DIVISION 00 - SPECIAL SECTIONS

00 01 15 List of Drawing Sheets 05-20

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 00 00 General Requirements 11-21

01 32 16.15 Project Schedules (Small Projects – Design/Bid/Build 11-21

01 33 23 Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples 06-21

01 33 23.10 Submittal Register

01 35 26 Safety Requirements 11-21

01 42 19 Reference Standards 11-20

01 45 00 Quality Control 02-21

01 45 29 Testing Laboratory Services 11-18

01 45 35 Special Inspections 06-21

01 45 35.10 Schedule

01 45 35.20 Statement

01 57 19 Temporary Environmental Controls 01-21

01 74 19 Construction Waste Management 04-22

01 81 13 Sustainable Construction Requirements 10-17

01 91 00 General Commissioning Requirements 04-22

DIVISION 02 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

02 41 00 Demolition 08-17

02 82 11 Traditional Asbestos Abatement 01-21

DIVISION 03 – CONCRETE

03 30 00 Cast-in-Place Concrete 01-21

DIVISION 04 – MASONRY

04 05 13 Masonry Mortaring 10-17

04 05 16 Masonry Grouting 01-21

04 20 00 Unit Masonry 08-17

DIVISION 05 – METALS

05 12 00 Structural Steel Framing 11-18

05 31 00 Steel Decking 01-21

05 36 00 Composite Metal Decking 01-21

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05 50 00 Metal Fabrications 08-18

DIVISION 06 – WOOD, PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES

06 10 00 Rough Carpentry 10-17

DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 21 10 Continuous Wall Insulation

07 21 13 Thermal Insulation 01-21

07 22 00 Roof and Deck Insulation 01-21

07 24 00 Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems 01-21

07 27 26 Fluid-Applied Membrane Air Barrier, Vapor Permeable 01-21

07 42 43 Composite Wall Panels

07 48 00 Rainscreen Attachment System

07 53 23 Ethylene-Propylene-Diene-Monomer Roofing 01-21

07 60 00 Flashing and Sheet Metal 01-21

07 71 00 Roof Specialties 01-21

07 81 00 Applied Fireproofing 10-17

07 84 00 Firestopping 01-21

07 92 00 Joint Sealants 04-22

DIVISION 08 - OPENINGS

08 11 13 Hollow Metal Doors and Frames 01-21

08 14 00 Interior Wood Doors 01-21

08 17 10 Integrated Door Assemblies 01-21

08 31 13 Access Doors and Frames 04-22

08 32 13 ICU Sliding Glass Doors 01-21

08 41 13 Aluminum-Framed Entrances and Storefronts 01-21

08 71 00 Door Hardware 05-22

08 71 13 Automatic Door Operators 01-21

08 80 00 Glazing 01-21

DIVISION 09 – FINISHES

09 05 16 Subsurface Preparation for Floor Finishes 01-21

09 06 00 Schedule for Finishes 01-21

09 22 16 Non-Structural Metal Framing 06-18

09 29 00 Gypsum Board 04-20

09 30 13 Ceramic/Porcelain Tiling 01-21

09 51 00 Acoustical Ceilings 12-18

09 65 13 Resilient Base and Accessories 01-21

09 65 16 Resilient Sheet Flooring 06-22

09 65 19 Resilient Tile Flooring 05-18

09.67.23.40 Resinous Poured In Place Resilient Flooring (RES-4) 01-21

09 78 23 Phenolic Interior Wall Paneling 01-21

09 91 00 Painting 01-21

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09 96 00 Light Weight Insulated Brick Veneer

09 96 59 Resinous Specialty Glazed Coating Systems for Walls, Ceilings, Wallboard, and Block CMU (RES-W1, RES-W2)

01-21

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES

10 21 16 Shower and Dressing Compartments 01-21

10 21 23 Cubicle Curtain Tracks 01-21

10 25 13 Patient Bed Service Walls 01-20

10 26 00 Wall and Door Protection 01-21

10 28 00 Toilet, Bath, and Laundry Accessories 01-21

10 44 13 Fire Extinguisher Cabinets 08-18

10 71 13 Exterior Sun Control Devices

DIVISION 11 – EQUIPMENT

11 06 70 Equipment Rail

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS

12 32 00 Manufactured Wood Casework 01-21

12 36 00 Countertops 12-18

DIVISION 13 - SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

13 40 64 Stainless-Steel Wall Cladding System

13 49 00 Radiation Protection 01-21

DIVISION 14– CONVEYING EQUIPEMENT

14 92 00 Pneumatic Tube System (Prop)

DIVISION 21- FIRE SUPPRESSION

21 08 00 Commissioning of Fire Suppression System 11-16

21 13 13 Wet-Pipe Sprinkler Systems 06-15

DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING

22 05 11 Common Work Results for Plumbing 09-20

22 05 12 General Motor Requirements for Plumbing Equipment 09-20

22 05 19 Meters and Gages for Plumbing Piping 09-20

22 05 23 General-Duty Valves for Plumbing Piping 09-20

22 07 11 Plumbing Insulation 09-19

22 08 00 Commissioning of Plumbing Systems 11-16

22 11 00 Facility Water Distribution 05-21

22 11 23 Domestic Water Pumps 09-15

22 13 00 Facility Sanitary and Vent Piping 09-20

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22 14 00 Facility Storm Drainage 09-15

22 40 00 Plumbing Fixtures 09-15

22 62 00 Vacuum Systems for Laboratory and Healthcare Facilities 09-15

22 63 00 Gas Systems for Laboratory and Healthcare Facilities 09-15

22 67 19.16 Reverse-Osmosis Water Equipment 09-15

DIVISION 23 – HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR

CONDITIONING (HVAC)

23 05 11 Common Work Results for HVAC 04-22

23 05 12 General Motor Requirements for HVAC and Steam

Generation Equipment

02-20

23 05 41 Noise and Vibration Control for HVAC Piping and

Equipment

02-20

23 05 93 Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC 02-20

23 07 11 HVAC and Boiler Plant Insulation 02-20

23 08 00 Commissioning of HVAC Systems 04-22

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

23 21 13 Hydronic Piping 02-20

23 21 23 Hydronic Pumps 02-20

23 22 13 Steam and Condensate Heating Piping 02-20 23 22 23 Steam Condensate Pumps 04-20

23 23 00 Refrigerant Piping 02-20

23 25 00 HVAC Water Treatment 02-20

23 31 00 HVAC Ducts and Casings 02-20

23 34 00 HVAC Fans 02-20

23 36 00 Air Terminal Units 02-20

23 37 00 Air Outlets and Inlets 02-20

23 40 00 HVAC Air Cleaning Devices 03-20

23 64 00 Packaged Water Chillers 03-20

23 73 00 Indoor Central-Station Air-Handling Units 03-20

23 81 00 Decentralized Unitary HVAC Equipment 03-20

23 82 00 Convection Heating and Cooling Units 03-20

23 82 16 Air Coils 03-20

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

26 05 11 Requirements for Electrical Installations 01-16

26 05 19 Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables 01-17

26 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems 01-17

26 05 33 Raceway and Boxes for Electrical Systems 01-18

26 05 73 Overcurrent Protective Device Coordination Study 01-18

26 08 00 Commissioning of Electrical Systems 11-16

26 09 23 Lighting Controls 01-18

26 20 11 Isolated Power Systems 01-18

26 22 00 Low-Voltage Transformers 01-18

26 24 16 Panelboards 01-18

26 27 26 Wiring Devices 01-18

26 29 11 Motor Controllers 01-18

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26 29 21 Enclosed Switches and Circuit Breakers 01-17

26 41 00 Facility Lightning Protection 01-17

26 51 00 Interior Lighting 01-18

DIVISION 27 – COMMUNICATIONS

27 05 11 Requirements for Communications Installations 09-19

27 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Communications Systems 06-15

27 05 33 Raceways and Boxes for Communications Systems 10-18

27 08 00 Commissioning of Communications Systems 11-16

27 10 00 Control, Communication and Signal Wiring 06-15

27 11 00 Communications Equipment Room Fittings 06-15

27 15 00 Communications Structured Cabling 01-16

27 31 31 Voice Communications Switching and Routing Equipment -

Extension

06-15

27 51 16 Public Address and Mass Notification Systems 10-18

27 51 23 Intercommunications and Program Systems 06-15

27 52 23 Nurse Call and Code Blue Systems 10-18

DIVISION 28 – ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

28 05 00 Common Work Results for Electronic Safety and Security 04-18

28 05 13 Conductors and Cables for Electronic Safety and

Security

10-18

28 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Electronic Safety and

Security

09-11

28 05 28.33 Conduits and Backboxes for Electronic Safety and

Security

09-11

28 08 00 Commissioning of Electronic Safety and Security Systems 11-16

28 13 00 Physical Access Control System 10-11

28 23 00 Video Surveillance 09-11

28 31 00 Fire Detection and Alarm 10-11

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SECTION 12 24 00

WINDOW SHADES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION:

A. This section includes cloth shades, vertical blinds and venetian blinds. Provide window shades complete, including brackets, fittings and hardware.

1.2 RELATED WORK:

A. Color of shade cloth: Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE:

A. Manufacturer's Qualification: Submit evidence that the manufacture has a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in providing item of type specified, and that the blinds have performed satisfactorily on similar installations. Submit qualifications.

B. Submit qualifications for installers who are trained and approved by manufacturer for installation of units provided.

C. Electrical Requirements:

1. NFPA 70 Article 100.

2. Listed and labeled in accordance with UL 325.

3. Marked for intended use and tested as a system.

4. Individual testing of components is not acceptable in lieu of system testing.

1.4 SUBMITTALS:

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

DATA, AND SAMPLES.

B. Samples:

1. Shade cloth, each type, 610 mm (24 inch) square, including cord and ring, showing color, finish and texture.

C. Manufacturer's literature and data; showing details of construction and hardware for:

Cloth and window shades

D. Fire Testing: Submit report of flame spread and smoke developed during product material tests by independent testing laboratory.

E. Manufacturer’s warranty.

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1.5 WARRANTY:

A. Construction Warranty: Comply with FAR clause 52.246-21, “Warranty of

Construction”.

B. Manufacturer Warranty: Manufacturer shall warranty their window shades for a minimum of five (5) years from date of installation and final acceptance by the Government. Submit manufacturer’s warranty.

1.6 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS:

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

B. Federal Specifications (Fed. Spec.):

AA-V-00200B.............Venetian Blinds, Shade, Roller, Window, Roller, Slat, Cord, and Accessories

C. ASTM International (ASTM):

A240/A240M-14...........Chromium and Chromium-Nickel Stainless Steel

Plate, Sheet, and Strip for Pressure Vessels and for General Applications

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

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

G21-13..................Determining Resistance of Synthetic Polymeric

Materials to Fungi

D. National Electric Manufacturer’s Association (NEMA):

ICS 6-93(R2006).........Industrial Control and Systems Closures

E. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):

70-14...................National Electrical Code (NEC)

701-15..................Fire Tests for Flame Propagation of Textiles and Films

F. Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL):

325-06(R2013)...........Door, Drapery, Gate, Louver, and Window

Operators and Systems

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 CLOTH SHADES:

A. Light-Filtering Shade Cloth: Woven fabric, stain and fade resistant.

1. Type: 75% PVC and 25% Polyester.

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2. Weave: Mesh.

3. Thickness: 0.037 in.

4. Weight: 19.05 oz/yd2.

5. Orientation on Shadeband: Up the bolt.

6. Openness Factor: 3 percent.

7. Fire-Test-Response Characteristics: Passes NFPA 701 small and large-scale vertical burn. Submit report for testing of shade cloth materials identical to products provided.

8. Drive-End Location: Right side of inside face of shade.

9. Shade Cloth Anti-Microbial Characteristics: ‘No Growth’ per ASTM G21 results for fungi ATCC9642, ATCC9677, and ATCC9645.

2.2 MATERIALS:

A. Stainless Steel: ASTM A240/A240M.

B. Extruded Aluminum: ASTM B221M (B221).

C. Cords for Cloth roller shades #10 stainless steel chain having not less than 80 kg (175 pounds) breaking strength.

2.3 FASTENINGS:

A. Zinc-coated or cadmium plated steel or stainless steel fastenings of length and type recommended by manufacturer. Except as otherwise specified, provide fastenings for installation with various structural materials as follows:

Type of Fastening Structural Material

Wood screw Wood

Tap screw Metal

Case-hardened, self-tapping screw in pre-drilled hole

Solid masonry, concrete

Screw or bolt in expansion shields

Solid masonry, concrete

Toggle bolts Hollow blocks, gypsum wallboard, plaster

2.7 FABRICATION:

A. Fabricate cloth shades to fit measurements of finished openings obtained at site.

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B. Cloth Shades: Rolling type, constructed of shade cloth mounted on rollers. Provide shade cloth with plain sides, and with hem at bottom to accommodate weight bar.

1. Provide separate shades for each individual sash within opening.

Provide shade length that exceeds height of window by 305 mm

(12 inches) measured from head to sill, in addition to material required to make-up hem:

a. Provide rollers with spindles, nylon bearings, tempered steel springs, and other related accessories required for positive action.

b. Provide rollers of diameter and wall thicknesses required to accommodate operating mechanisms, weights, and widths of shadebands indicated without deflection.

c. Provide rollers with permanently lubricated drive-end assemblies and idle-end assemblies designed to facilitate removal of shadebands for service.

d. Secure shade cloth to rollers to prevent wrinkling or folding, and online parallel to axis of rollers so that shade hangs plumb.

e. Secure shade cloth with zinc-coated steel or stainless steel machine screws spaced not over 228 mm (9 inches) on centers.

f. Do not attach shade cloth to rollers with tacks.

g. Provide hem bar of extruded aluminum for entire width of shade band. Heat seal hem bar on all sides to prevent removal.

h. Provide eyelets with clear openings large enough to accommodate cords, without cutting into cloth when set.

i. Provide cords of sufficient length to permit shades to be drawn to bottom of opening with ends looped and held with cord rings.

Attach cords to hems through metal eyelets in center of slats in bottom hems.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION:

A. Measure openings before fabrication. Do not scale construction documents.

B. Cloth Shades: Mount window shades on end of face brackets, set on metal gussets, or casing of windows as required. Provide extension face brackets where necessary at mullions.

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1. Locate rollers in level position as high as practicable at heads of windows.

2. Install shades to prevent infiltration of light over rollers.

3. Where extension brackets are necessary for alignment of shades, provide metal lugs, and rigidly anchor lugs and brackets.

4. Place brackets and rollers so that shades do not interfere with window and screen hardware.

5. Shade installation methods not specifically described, are subject to approval of Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

3.2 ADJUSTING:

A. Adjust and shades to operate smoothly, free from binding or malfunction throughout entire operational range.

3.3 CLEANING AND PROTECTION:

A. Clean shade surfaces after installation, according to manufacturer’s written instructions.

B. Provide final protection and maintain conditions that ensure that shades are without damage or deterioration at time of Substantial

Completion.

C. Replace damaged shades that cannot be repaired, in a manner approved by

COR before time of Substantial Completion.

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SECTION 12 32 00

MANUFACTURED WOOD CASEWORK

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. This section specifies plastic laminate casework as detailed on the construction documents, including related components and accessories required to form integral units. Wood casework items shown on the construction documents, but not specified below are to be included as part of the work under this section, and applicable portions of the specification are to apply to these items.

1.2 RELATED WORK

A. Section 07 92 00, JOINT SEALANTS: Sealants.

B. Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE OF FINISHES: Color of Casework Finish.

C. Section 09 22 16, NON-STRUCTURAL METAL FRAMING: Backing Plates for Wall

Mounted Casework.

D. Section 09 65 13, RESILIENT BASE AND ACCESSORIES: Resilient Base.

E. Section 12 36 00, COUNTERTOPS: Countertop Construction and Materials and Items Installed in Countertops.

F. Division 22, PLUMBING: Plumbing Requirements Related to Casework.

G. Division 26, ELECTRICAL: Electrical Lighting and Power Requirements

Related to Casework.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

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

DATA, AND SAMPLES.

B. Manufacturer's Literature and Data:

1. Locks for doors and drawers.

2. Adhesive cements.

3. Casework hardware.

C. Samples:

1. Wood Face Veneer or Hardwood Plywood.

2. Plastic laminate.

D. Shop Drawings (1/2 full size):

1. Each casework type, showing details of construction, including materials, hardware and accessories.

2. Fastenings and method of installation.

E. Certification:

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1. Manufacturer’s qualifications specified.

2. Installer’s qualifications specified.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Approval by COR is required of manufacturer and installer based upon certification of qualifications specified.

B. Manufacturer’s qualifications:

1. Manufacturer is regularly engaged in design and manufacture of modular plastic laminate casework, casework components and accessories of scope and type similar to indicated requirements for a period of not less than five (5) years.

2. Manufacturer has successfully completed at least three (3) projects of scope and type similar to indicated requirements.

3. Submit manufacturer’s qualifications and list of projects, including owner contact information.

C. Installer Qualifications:

1. Installer has completed at least three (3) projects in last five (5) years in which these products were installed.

2. Submit installer qualifications.

1.5 WARRANTY

A. Construction Warranty: Comply with FAR clause 52.246-21 “Warranty of

Construction”.

B. Manufacturer Warranty: Manufacturer shall warranty their wood casework for a minimum of five (5) years from date of installation and final acceptance by the Government. Submit manufacturer warranty.

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 basic designation only.

B. ASTM International (ASTM):

A240/A240M-20...........Chromium and Chromium-Nickel Stainless Steel

Plate, Sheet, and Strip for Pressure Vessels and for General Applications

A1008/A1008M-18.........Steel, Sheet, Cold-Rolled, Carbon, Structural, High Strength Low Alloy

C1036-16................Flat Glass

C. Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association (BHMA):

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A156.1-16...............Butts and Hinges

A156.5-20...............Auxiliary Locks and Associated Products

A156.9-15...............Cabinet Hardware

A156.11-19..............Cabinet Locks

A156.16-18..............Auxiliary Hardware

D. Composite Panel Association (CPA):

A208.1-09...............Particleboard

A208.2-09...............Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) for Interior

Applications

E. U.S. Department of Commerce Product Standards (Prod. Std):

PS 1-09.................Construction and Industrial Plywood

F. Hardwood, Plywood and Veneer Association (HPVA):

HP-1-16.................Hardwood and Decorative Plywood

G. Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI):

Architectural Woodwork Standards, Edition 2 Certification Program -

H. American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME):

A112.18.1-18............Plumbing Fixture Fittings

I. National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA):

LD 3-05.................High Pressure Decorative Laminates

J. Scientific Equipment and Furniture Association (SEFA):

2.3-10..................Installation of Scientific Laboratory Furniture and Equipment

K. Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL):

437-13..................Key Locks

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 PLASTIC LAMINATE

A. NEMA LD 3.

B. Exposed decorative surfaces, both sides of cabinet doors, and for items having plastic laminate finish. General purpose Type HGL.

C. Cabinet Interiors Including Shelving: Both of following options to comply with NEMA LD 3 as a minimum.

1. Plastic laminate clad plywood or particleboard, MDF (excluding shelves).

D. Backing sheet on bottom of plastic laminate covered wood tops. Backer

Type BKL.

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E. Post Forming Fabrication, Decorative Surface: Post forming Type HGP.

2.2 PLYWOOD, SOFTWOOD

A. Prod. Std. PS1, five (5) ply construction from 13 mm to 28 mm (1/2 inch to 1-1/8 inch) thickness, and seven (7) ply for 31 mm (1 1/4 inch) thickness.

2.3 PARTICLEBOARD

A. CPA A208.1, Type 1, Grade M or medium density.

2.4 MEDIUM DENSITY FIBERBOARD (MDF)

A. Fully waterproof bond conforming to CPA A208.1 and CPA A208.2.

2.5 HARDWARE

A. Cabinet Locks:

1. Provide where locks are indicated on construction documents.

2. Locked pair of hinged doors over 915 mm (36 inches) high:

a. ANSI/BHMA A156.5, key one side.

b. On active leaf use three (3) point locking device, consisting of two (2) steel rods and lever-controlled cam at lock, to operate by lever having lock cylinder housed therein.

c. On inactive leaf provide dummy lever of same design.

d. Provide keeper holes for locking device rods and cam.

3. Door and Drawer: ANSI/BHMA A156.11 cam locks. Provide one (1) type for each condition as follows:

a. Drawer and Hinged Door up to 915 mm (36 inches) high: E07261.

b. Drawer and Hinged Door: Pin-tumbler, cylinder type lock with not less than four (4) pins or a UL 437 rated wafer lock with brass working parts and case.

c. Sliding Door: E07161.

4. Key locks differently for each type casework and master key for each service, such as Nursing Units, Psychiatric, Administrative, Pharmacy.

a. Key drug locker inner door different from outer door.

b. Furnish two (2) keys per lock.

c. Furnish six (6) master keys per service or Nursing Unit.

5. Marking of Locks and Keys:

a. Name of manufacturer, or trademark which can readily be identified legibly marked on each lock and key change number marked on exposed face of lock.

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b. Key change numbers stamped on keys.

c. Key change numbers to provide sufficient information for manufacturer to replace key.

B. Hinged Doors:

1. Provide doors 915 mm (36 inches) and more in height with three (3) hinges and doors less than 915 mm (36 inches) in height is to have two (2) hinges. Each door is to close against two (2) rubber bumpers.

2. Hinges: Fabricate hinges with minimum 1.8 mm (0.072 inch) thick chromium plated steel leaves, and with minimum 3.5 mm (0.139 inch) diameter stainless steel pin. Hinges to be five (5) knuckle design with 63 mm (2-1/2 inch) high leaves and hospital type tips.

3. Fasteners: Provide full thread wood screws to fasten hinge leaves to door and cabinet frame. Finish screws to match finish of hinges.

C. Door Catches:

1. Friction or Magnetic type fabricated with metal housing.

2. Provide one (1) catch for cabinet doors 1220 mm (48 inches) high and under, and two (2) for doors over 1220 mm (48 inches) high.

D. Drawer and Door Pulls:

1. Doors and drawers to have flush pulls, fabricated of either chromium-plated brass, chromium plated steel, stainless steel, or anodized aluminum. Drawer and door pulls to be of a design that can be operated with a force of 22.2 N (5 pounds) or less, with one (1) hand and not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist.

E. Drawer Slides:

1. Full extension steel slides with nylon ball-bearing rollers.

2. Slides to have positive stop.

3. Equip drawers with rubber bumpers.

F. Sliding Doors:

1. Each door to be supported by two ball bearing bronze or nylon rollers, or sheaves riding on a stainless steel track at top or bottom, and to be restrained by a nylon or stainless steel guide at the opposite end.

2. Plastic guides are not acceptable.

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3. Each door to have rubber silencers set near top and bottom of each jamb.

G. Shelf Standards (Except For Fixed Shelves):

1. Bright zinc-plated steel for recessed mounting with screws, 16 mm

(5/8 inch) wide by 5 mm (3/16 inch) high providing 13 mm (1/2 inch) adjustment, complete with shelf supports.

H. Gate Bolt:

1. Surface mounted barrel type with strike.

I. Hinged Gates:

1. Gates to have two (2) double-acting hinges size as required for gate size and weight.

2.6 MANUFACTURED PRODUCTS

A. When two (2) or more units are required, use products of one (1) manufacturer.

B. Manufacturer of casework assemblies is to assume complete responsibility for the final assembled unit.

C. Provide products of a single manufacturer for parts which are alike.

2.7 FABRICATION

A. Casework to be of the flush overlay design and, except as otherwise specified, be of Premium Grade construction and of component thickness in conformance with AWI Quality Standards.

B. Fabricate casework of plastic laminated covered plywood or particleboard as follows:

1. Where shown, all semi-concealed surfaces to be plastic laminated.

C. Support Members for Tops of Tables and Countertops:

1. Construct as detailed on construction documents.

2. Provide miscellaneous steel members and anchor as shown on construction drawings.

D. Legs for Counters:

1. Fabricate legs for counters of 1.6 mm (0.0635 inch) thick, 38 mm

(1-1/2 inch) square tubular // stainless // steel.

2. Secure legs to counter tops and provide legs at bottom with shoes not less than 25 mm (1 inch) in height.

3. Fabricate shoes of stainless steel, aluminum or chromium plated brass.

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2.8 PRODUCTS OF OTHER COMPONENTS DIRECTLY RELATED TO CASEWORK

A. Refer to Section 07 92 00, JOINT SEALANTS for work related to sealants used in conjunction with joints of countertops, casework systems, and adjacent materials.

B. Refer to Section 09 65 13, RESILIENT BASE AND ACCESSORIES for work related to rubber base adhered to casework systems.

C. Refer to Section 09 22 16, NON-STRUCTURAL METAL FRAMING for backing plates used in conjunction with wall assemblies for the attachment of casework systems.

D. Refer to Section 12 36 11, COUNTERTOPS for work related to plastic laminate, acid-resistant plastic laminate, metal, molded resin, wood, and methyl methacrylic polymer countertops and/or shelving used in conjunction with casework systems. When countertop materials are provided by the casework manufacturer, they are to include the following features:

1. Capable of being suspended from vertical support rails or horizontal wall strips or service modules.

2. Provided with rounded corners and impact resistant material on exposed edges.

3. Capable of being easily relocated and installed without tools.

4. Capable of being suspended and easily changed under counter mounted storage units.

5. Provide leveling adjustment capability so units can be brought into a level position.

6. Secured using fasteners. Show detail on shop drawings.

E. Refer to Section 12 36 11, COUNTERTOPS for work related to and integral with countertop systems such as pegboards, funnel and graduate racks.

F. Refer to Division 22, PLUMBING for the following work related to casework systems:

1. Sinks, faucets and other plumbing service fixtures, venting, and piping systems.

2. Compressed air, gas, vacuum and piping systems.

G. Refer to Division 26, ELECTRICAL for the following work related to casework systems:

1. Connections and wiring devices.

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2. Connections and lighting fixtures except when factory installed by the manufacturer.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 COORDINATION

A. Begin only after work of other trades is complete, including wall and floor finish completed, ceilings installed, light fixtures and diffusers installed and connected and area free of trash and debris.

B. Verify location and size of mechanical and electrical services as required and perform cutting of components of work installed by other trades.

C. Verify reinforcement of walls and partitions for support and anchorage of casework.

D. Coordinate with other Divisions and Sections of the specification for work related to installation of casework systems to avoid interference and completion of service connections.

3.2 INSTALLATION

A. Install casework in accordance with manufacturer’s written instructions.

1. Install in available space; arranged for safe and convenient operation and maintenance.

2. Align cabinets for flush joints except where shown otherwise.

3. Install with bottom of wall cabinets in alignment and tops of base cabinets aligned level, plumb, true, and straight to a tolerance of

3.2 mm in 2438 mm (1/8 inch in 96 inches).

4. Install corner cabinets with hinges on corner side with filler or spacers sufficient to allow opening of drawers.

B. Support Rails:

1. Install true to horizontal at heights shown on construction documents; maximum tolerance for uneven floors is plus or minus

13 mm (1/2 inch).

2. Shim as necessary to accommodate variations in wall surface not exceeding 5 mm (3/16 inch) at fastener.

C. Wall Strips:

1. Install true to vertical and spaced as shown on construction documents.

2. Align slots to assure that hanging units will be level.

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D. Plug Buttons:

1. Install plug buttons in predrilled or prepunched perforations not used.

2. Use chromium plate plug buttons or buttons finish to match adjacent surfaces.

E. Seal junctures of casework systems with mildew-resistant silicone sealants as specified in Section 07 92 00, JOINT SEALANTS.

3.3 . CLOSURES AND FILLER PLATES

A. Close openings larger than 6 mm (1/4 inch) wide between cabinets and adjacent walls with flat, steel closure strips, scribed to required contours, or machined formed steel fillers with returns, and secured with sheet metal screws to tubular or channel members of units, or bolts where exposed on inside.

B. Where ceilings interfere with installation of sloping tops, omit sloping tops and provide flat steel filler plates.

C. Secure filler plates to casework top members, unless shown otherwise on construction documents.

D. Secure filler plates more than 152 mm (6 inches) in width top edge to a continuous 25 x 25 mm (1 x 1 inch) 0.889 mm (1/16 inch) thick steel formed steel angle with screws.

E. Anchor angle to ceiling with toggle bolts.

F. Install closure strips at exposed ends of pipe space and offset opening into concealed space.

G. Finish closure strips and fillers with same finishes as cabinets.

3.4 FASTENINGS AND ANCHORAGE

A. Do not anchor to wood ground strips.

B. Provide hat shape metal spacers where fasteners span gaps or spaces.

C. Use 6 mm (1/4 inch) diameter toggle or expansion bolts, or other appropriate size and type fastening device for securing casework to walls or floor. Use expansion bolts shields having holding power beyond tensile and shear strength of bolt and breaking strength of bolt head.

D. Use 6 mm (1/4 inch) diameter hex bolts for securing cabinets together.

E. Use 6 mm (1/4 inch) by minimum 38 mm (1-1/2 inch) length lag bolt anchorage to wood blocking for concealed fasteners.

F. Use not less than No. 12 or 14 wood screws with not less than 38 mm

(1-1/2 inch) penetration into wood blocking.

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G. Space fastening devices 305 mm (12 inches) on center with minimum of three (3) fasteners in 915 or 1220 mm (3 or 4 foot) unit width.

H. Anchor floor mounted cabinets with a minimum of four (4) bolts through corner gussets. Anchor bolts may be combined with or separate from leveling device.

I. Secure cabinets in alignment with hex bolts or other internal fastener devices removable from interior of cabinets without special tools. Do not use fastener devices which require removal of tops for access.

J. Where units abut end to end, anchor together at top and bottom of sides at front and back. Where units are back to back, anchor backs together at corners with hex bolts placed inconspicuously inside casework.

K. Where type, size, or spacing of fastenings is not shown on construction documents or specified, show on shop drawings proposed fastenings and method of installation.

3.5 ADJUSTMENTS

A. Adjust equipment to insure proper alignment and operation.

B. Replace or repair damaged or improperly operating materials, components or equipment.

3.6 CLEANING

A. Immediately following installation, clean each item, removing finger marks, soil and foreign matter.

B. Remove from job site trash, debris and packing materials.

C. Leave installed areas clean of dust and debris.

3.7 INSTRUCTIONS

A. Provide operational and cleaning manuals and verbal instructions in accordance with Article INSTRUCTIONS, SECTION 01 00 00, GENERAL

REQUIREMENTS.

B. Provide in service training both prior to and after facility opening.

Coordinate in service activities with COR.

C. Commencing at least seven (7) days prior to opening of facility, provide one (1) four (4) hour day of on-site orientation and technical instruction on use and cleaning procedures application to products and systems specified herein.

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SECTION 12 36 00

COUNTERTOPS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. This section specifies casework countertops with integral accessories.

B. Integral accessories include:

1. Sinks with traps and drains.

2. Eye and Face Wash Units.

3. Mechanical Service fixtures.

4. Electrical Receptacles.

1.2 RELATED WORK

A. Color and patterns: SECTION 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES.

B. DIVISION 22, PLUMBING.

C. DIVISION 26, ELECTRICAL.

D. Equipment Reference Manual for SECTION 12 36 00, COUNTERTOPS.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit in accordance with SECTION 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT

DATA, AND SAMPLES.

B. Shop Drawings

1. Show dimensions of section and method of assembly.

2. Show details of construction at a scale of ½ inch to a foot.

C. Samples:

1. 150 mm (6 inch) square samples each top.

2. Front edge, back splash, end splash and core with surface material and booking.

1.4 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

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

B. American Hardboard Association (AHA):

A135.4-95...............Basic Hardboard

C. Composite Panel Association (CPA):

A208.1-09...............Particleboard

D. American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME):

A112.18.1-12............Plumbing Supply Fittings

A112.1.2-12.............Air Gaps in Plumbing System

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A112.19.3-08(R2004).....Stainless Steel Plumbing Fixtures (Designed for

Residential Use)

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

A167-99 (R2009).........Stainless and Heat-Resisting Chromium-Nickel

Steel Plate, Sheet and Strip

A1008-10................Steel, Sheet, Cold-Rolled, Carbon, Structural, High Strength, Low Alloy

D256-10.................Pendulum Impact Resistance of Plastic

D570-98(R2005)..........Water Absorption of Plastics

D638-10.................Tensile Properties of Plastics

D785-08.................Rockwell Hardness of Plastics and Electrical

Insulating Materials

D790-10.................Flexural Properties of Unreinforced and

Reinforced Plastics and Electrical Insulating

Materials

D4690-99(2005)..........Urea-Formaldehyde Resin Adhesives

F. Federal Specifications (FS):

A-A-1936................Adhesive, Contact, Neoprene Rubber

G. U.S. Department of Commerce, Product Standards (PS):

PS 1-95.................Construction and Industrial Plywood

H. National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA):

LD 3-05.................High Pressure Decorative Laminates

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Fasteners:

1. Metals used for welding same metal as materials joined.

2. Use studs, bolts, spaces, threaded rods with nuts or screws suitable for materials being joined with metal splice plates, channels or other supporting shape.

B. Solid Surface:

1. Filled Methyl Methacrylic Polymer.

2. Performance properties required:

Property Result Test

Elongation 0.3% min. ASTM D638

Hardness 90 Rockwell M ASTM D785

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Property Result Test

Gloss (600 Gordon) 5-20 NEMA LD3.1

Color stability No change NEMA LD3 except 200 hour

Abrasion resistance

No loss of pattern

Max wear depth 0.0762 mm

(0.003 in) - 10000 cycles

NEMA LD3

Water absorption weight (5 max)

24 hours 0.9 ASTM D-570

Izod impact 14 N·m/m

(0.25 ft-lb/in)

ASTM D256

(Method A)

Impact resistance No fracture NEMA LD-3 900 mm

(36") drop 1 kg

(2 lb.) ball

Boiling water surface resistance

No visible change NEMA LD3

High temperature resistance

Slight surface dulling NEMA LD3

3. Cast into sheet form and bowl form.

4. Color throughout with subtle veining through thickness.

5. Joint adhesive and sealer: Manufacturers silicone adhesive and sealant for joining methyl methacrylic polymer sheet.

6. Bio-based products will be preferred.

2.2 SINKS

A. As specified in Division 22, PLUMBING.

2.3 FIXTURE IDENTIFICATION

A. Code fixtures with full view plastic index buttons.

B. Use following colors and codes:

SERVICE COLOR CODE COLOR OF LETTERS

Cold Water Dark Green CW White

Hot Water Red HW White

Laboratory Air Orange AIR Black

Fuel Gas Dark Blue GAS White

Laboratory Vacuum Yellow VAC Black

Distilled Water White DW Black

Deionized Water White DI Black

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SERVICE COLOR CODE COLOR OF LETTERS

Oxygen Light Green OXY White

Hydrogen Pink H Black

Nitrogen Gray N Black

All Other Gases Light Blue CHEM.SYM. Black

2.4 COUNTERTOPS

A. Fabricate in largest sections practicable.

B. Fabricate with joints flush on top surface.

C. Fabricate countertops to overhang front of cabinets and end of assemblies 25 mm (one inch) except where against walls or cabinets.

D. Provide 1 mm (0.039 inch) thick metal plate connectors or fastening devices (except epoxy resin tops).

E. Join edges in a chemical resistant waterproof cement or epoxy cement, except weld metal tops.

F. Fabricate with end splashes where against walls or cabinets.

G. Splash Backs and End Splashes:

1. Not less than 19 mm (3/4 inch) thick.

2. Height 100 mm (4 inches) unless noted otherwise.

3. Laboratories and pharmacy heights or where fixtures or outlets occur: Not less than 150 mm (6 inches) unless noted otherwise.

4. Fabricate epoxy splash back in maximum lengths practical of the same material.

H. Drill or cutout for sinks, and penetrations.

1. Accurately cut for size of penetration.

2. Cutout for VL 81 photographic enlarger cabinet.

a. Finish cutout to fit flush with vertical side of cabinet, allowing adjustable shelf to fit into cutout space of cabinet at countertop level. Finish cutout surface as an exposed edge.

b. Provide braces under enlarger space to support not less than 45 kg (100 pounds) centered on opening side along backsplash.

I. Molded Resin Tops:

1. Molded resin with drip groove cut on underside of overhanging edge.

2. Finish thickness of top minimum 25 mm (1 inch).

3. Joints: Epoxy Type.

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4. Secure reagent shelves to counter tops with fasteners from underside and seal seam.

J. Laboratory Shelf 200 mm (8 inches) deep: Fabricate of 27 mm (1-1/16 inch) thick hardwood. Finish with black acid resisting enamel.

K. Laboratory Shelf with Funnel and Graduate Rack 300 mm (12 inches) deep shelf: Fabricate of 27 mm (1-1/16 inch) thick hardwood. Finish with black acid resisting enamel.

L. Laboratory Shelf 254 mm (10 inch deep): Fabricate of corrosion resisting steel.

M. Methyl Methacrylic Polymer Tops:

1. Fabricate countertop of methyl methacrylic polymer cast sheet, 13 mm

(1/2 inch) thick.

2. Fabricate back splash and end splash to height shown.

3. Fabricate skirt to depth shown.

4. Fabricate with marine edge where sinks occur.

5. Fabricate in one piece for full length from corner to corner up to

3600 mm (12 feet).

6. Join pieces with adhesive sealant.

7. Cut out countertop for lavatories, plumbing trim.

8. Provide concealed fasteners and epoxy cement for anchorage of sinks to countertop.

N. Counter Tops for Interchangeable Furniture: Counter tops, unless otherwise shown, are to be capable of vertical adjustment of 150 mm (6 inches). Fabricate tops, except CRS, in increments of units over which they fit with maximum length not to exceed 1950 mm (78 inches). Top section shall cover as many cabinet units as possible. Horizontal joints in counter tops at service strip and across depth of counter are be watertight when in place but of a type that can be easily separated and reset when counter top is moved up or down. Fabricate CRS tops in maximum lengths practicable, with field joints welded and ground smooth to match adjacent surfaces. Securely fasten to supporting rails with heavy metal fastening devices, or with screws, through pierced slots in such rails. Fabricate vertical splash back and reagent shelf in maximum length practicable of same material as working surface, except finish thickness shall be 19 mm (3/4 inch).

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O. Countertop products shall comply with following standards for biobased materials:

Material Type Percent by Weight

Composite Panel 89 percent biobased material

Hardwood 89 percent biobased material

Particleboard 89 percent biobased material

Plywood 89 percent biobased material

The minimum-content standards are based on the weight (not the volume) of the material in the insulating core only.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Before installing countertops verify that wall surfaces have been finished as specified and that mechanical and electrical service locations are as required.

B. Secure countertops to supporting rails of cabinets with metal fastening devices, or screws through pierced slots in rails.

1. Where type, size or spacing of fastenings is not shown or specified, submit shop drawings showing proposed fastenings and method of installation.

2. Use round head bolts or screws.

3. Use epoxy or silicone to fasten the epoxy resin countertops to the cabinets.

4. Use wood or sheet metal screws for wood or plastic laminate tops;

minimum penetration into top 16 mm (5/8 inch), screw size No 8, or

10.

C. Rubber Moldings:

1. Where shown install molding with butt joints in horizontal runs and mitered joints at corners where ceramic tile occurs omit molding.

2. Fasten molding to wall and to splashbacks and splashends with adhesive.

D. Sinks:

1. Install stainless steel sink in plastic laminate tops with epoxy compound to form watertight seal under shelf rim.

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a. In laboratory and pharmacy fit stainless steel sink with overflow standpipe.

b. Install faucets and fittings on sink ledges with watertight seals where shown.

2. Install molded resin sinks with epoxy compound to form watertight seal with underside of molded resin top.

a. Install sink with not less than two channel supports with threaded rods and nuts at each end, expansion bolted to molded resin top.

b. Design support for a twice the full sink weight.

c. Install with overflow standpipes.

3. Install methyl methacrylic polymer sinks in manufacturers recommended adhesive sealer or epoxy compound to underside of methyl methacrylic polymer countertop.

a. Bolt or screw to countertop to prevent separation of bowl and fracture of adhesive sealant joint.

b. Install drain and traps to sink.

E. Faucets, Fixtures, and Outlets:

1. Seal opening between fixture and top.

2. Secure to top with manufacturers standard fittings.

F. Range Tops, Electrical Outlets, Film Viewer:

1. Set in cutouts with manufacturers gasket sealing joint with top to prevent water leakage.

2. Install control unit and electric outlets where shown. Seal escutcheon plate at lap if on counter or top to prevent water leakage.

3.2 PROTECTION AND CLEANING

A. Tightly cover and protect against dirt, water, and chemical or mechanical injury.

B. Clean at completion of work.

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02-01-16

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SECTION 13 49 00

RADIATION PROTECTION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Radiation protection with lead materials and lead lined products where indicated on drawings.

1.2 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Wood Veneer Finish for Doors: Section 08 14 00, INTERIOR WOOD DOORS, and Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES.

B. Steel Door Frames: Section 08 11 13, HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES.

C. Hardware for Doors: Section 08 71 00, DOOR HARDWARE.

D. Installation of Doors and Hardware: Section 08 11 13, HOLLOW METAL

DOORS AND FRAMES; Section 08 14 00, INTERIOR WOOD DOORS; Section

08 71 00, DOOR HARDWARE.

E. Joint treatment of Lead-Lined Gypsum Board: Section 09 29 00, GYPSUM

BOARD.

1.3 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

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

B. ASTM International (ASTM):

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

2. C1002-14 - Steel Self-Piercing Tapping Screws for Application of

Gypsum Panel Products or Metal Plaster Bases to Wood Studs or Steel

Studs.

3. C1396/C1396M-14a - Gypsum Board.

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

Protective Coatings for Metal.

C. Federal Specifications (Fed. Spec.):

1. QQ-L-201F(2)-65 - Lead Sheet.

D. National Council on Radiation Protection & Measurements (NCRP):

1. Report No. 102-89 - Medical X-Ray, Electron Beam and Gamma-Ray

Protection for Energies Up to 50 MeV (Equipment Design, Performance and Use).

2. Report No. 147-04 - Structural Shielding Design for Medical X-Ray

Imaging Facilities.

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E. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST):

1. PS 1-09 - Structural Plywood.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

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

B. Submittal Drawings:

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

2. Show type, location, and thickness of radiation protection.

C. Manufacturer's Literature and Data:

1. Description of each product.

2. Installation instructions.

3. Warranty.

D. Test Reports: Certify each product complies with specifications.

1. Lead control windows.

2. Lead lined wood doors.

3. Hardware.

4. Lead lined door frames.

5. Thresholds.

E. Qualifications: Substantiate qualifications comply with specifications.

1. Manufacturer with project experience list.

F. Delegated Design Drawings and Calculations: Signed and sealed by responsible design professional.

G. Operation and Maintenance Data:

1. Care instructions for each exposed finish product.

2. Start-up, maintenance, troubleshooting, emergency, and shut-down instructions for each operational product.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Manufacturer Qualifications:

1. Regularly manufactures specified products.

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

a. Project Experience List: Provide contact names and addresses for completed projects.

3. Approval by Contracting Officer is required for product or service of proposed manufacturer and suppliers, and will be based upon submission by Contractor of certification that:

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4. Manufacturer regularly and presently manufactures lead radiation shielding as specified as one of its principal products.

1.6 WARRANTY

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

Construction."

B. Manufacturer's Warranty: Warrant lead lined doors against material and manufacturing defects.

1. Defects Include: Warp or twist exceeding 6 mm (1/4 inch) in any face dimension of door (including full diagonal), measured minimum six months after doors have been hung and finished.

2. Warranty Period: Two years.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Lead Lined Gypsum Wallboard:

1. Gypsum Wallboard: ASTM C1396/C1396M, Type X, 16 mm (5/8 inch) thick.

2. Factory bond sheet lead to one side of wallboard.

3. Apply sheet lead in thicknesses shown, unpierced and in one piece.

2.2 PRODUCTS - GENERAL

A. Basis of Design: Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES.

B. Radiation Shielding Products: Conform to applicable requirements of

NCRP Report No. 147 and NCRP Report No. 102.

C. General: Provide lead lining for items occurring within partitions matching radiation protection equivalent to adjacent partitions including:

1. Doors and door frames, and related glazing.

2. Lead control windows.

D. Lead Glass: Clear, thickness as required for equivalent lead protection.

E. Lead Control Windows: Cast lead, rigid, single unit type without joints, with or without voice passage as shown and with lead stop beads and lead glass.

F. Signs: As scheduled in this section.

1. Heavy white paper or cardboard.

2. Height of lettering and number minimum 3 mm (1/8 inch).

3. Fill in blank spaces on signs with millimeter thickness of lead as installed and total mm thickness of lead equivalent (determined by

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VA Physicist) and height of radiation protection above finished floor where required.

4. Provide manufacturer's standard stainless steel frame with clear acrylic plastic cover, 3 mm (1/8 inch) thick over sign, to hold card size 100 mm by 150 mm (4 inches by 6 inches).

G. Lead Lined Wood Doors:

1. Refer to Section 08 14 00, INTERIOR WOOD DOORS for quality standards, finishing, installation and related requirements.

2. Flush veneered construction.

3. Construct doors of two separate solid wood cores with a single sheet of lead lining through center.

4. Construct doors with filler strips, crossbanding, face veneers and hardwood edge strips, bonded under heavy pressure.

5. Extend sheet lead lining to door edges.

6. Fasten wood cores together with countersunk steel bolts through lead with bolt heads and nuts covered with poured lead, or with poured lead dowels.

7. Locate bolts or dowels 38 mm (1-1/2 inches) from door edges, and maximum 200 mm (8 inches) on center in both directions over door area.

8. Finish face of dowels and lead covering of bolt heads and nuts flush with wood cores.

9. Edge Strips:

a. Same species of wood as face veneer.

b. Minimum 38 mm (1-1/2 inches) at top edge and 63 mm

(2-1/2 inches) at bottom edge.

c. Glue strips to cores before face veneer is applied.

d. Extend vertical edge strips full height of door and bevel 3 mm

(1/8 inch) for each 50 mm (2 inches) of door thickness.

e. Coat top and bottom edges of doors to receive transparent finish two coats of water resistant sealer before shipment.

f. For door to Deep Therapy, provide lead strip on all four edges of door.

10. Crossbanding of Hardwood:

a. 2 mm (0.08 inch) thick minimum with minimum of 1 mm (0.04 inch) thick face veneer, after sanding.

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11. Face Veneers and Finish: Refer to Section 08 14 00, INTERIOR WOOD

DOORS.

12. Secure glass panels with hardwood stops of same species as face veneer. Glue stops to doors on corridor side and fasten with countersunk oval head screws on room side. Finish edge of stop flush with face veneer.

13. Clearance between Doors and Frames and Floors:

a. Jambs and Heads: A maximum 3 mm (1/8 inch) clearance.

b. Bottom of door to finish floor: Maximum 19 mm (3/4 inch) clearance.

H. Hardware:

1. Hardware for doors is specified in Section 08 71 00, DOOR HARDWARE.

2. Stagger bolts to door pulls on plates which penetrate lead lining relative to opposite plate and recess on side of door opposite pull.

3. Provide lead plugs…