S02. Exhibit 2 - Combined ASRs - Galesburg.pdf

SECTION 10 26 00

WALL AND DOOR PROTECTION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

This section specifies wall guards (crash rails or bumper guards), handrail/wall guard combinations, corner guards and door/door frame protectors.

1.2 RELATED WORK

A. Structural steel corner guards: Section 05 50 00, METAL FABRICATIONS.

b. Color and texture of aluminum and resilient material: Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

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

DATA, AND SAMPLES.

B. Shop Drawings: Show design and installation details.

C. Manufacturer's Literature and Data:

1. Handrail/Wall Guard Combinations.

2. Wall Guards.

3. Corner Guards.

4. Door/Door Frame Protectors.

D. Test Report: Showing that resilient material complies with specified fire and safety code requirements.

1.4 DELIVERY AND STORAGE

A. Deliver materials to the site in original sealed packages or containers marked with the name and brand, or trademark of the manufacturer.

B. Protect from damage from handling and construction operations before, during and after installation.

C. Store in a dry environment of approximately 21° C (70 degrees F) for at least 48 hours prior to installation.

1.5 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

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

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

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

Steel Plate, Sheet, and Strip

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

D256-06.................Impact Resistance of Plastics

D635-06.................Rate of Burning and/or Extent and Time of

Burning of Self-Supporting Plastics in a

Horizontal Position

E84-09..................Surface Burning Characteristics of Building

Materials

C. The National Association of Architectural Metal Manufacturers (NAAMM):

AMP 500-06..............Metal Finishes Manual

D. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):

80-10...................Standard for Fire Doors and Windows

E. Society of American Automotive Engineers (SAE):

J 1545-05...............Instrumental Color Difference Measurement for

Exterior Finishes.

F. Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL):

Annual Issue............Building Materials Directory

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Stainless Steel: ASTM A167, Type 302B.

B. Aluminum Extruded: ASTM B221, Alloy 6063, Temper T5 or T6.

C. Resilient Material:

1. Extruded and injection molded acrylic vinyl or extruded polyvinyl chloride meeting following requirements:

a. Minimum impact resistance of 1197 ps (25 ft lbs per sq.ft) when tested in accordance with ASTM D256 (Izod impact, ft.lbs. per inch notch).

b. Class 1 fire rating when tested in accordance with ASTM E84, having a maximum flame spread of 25 and a smoke developed rating of 450 or less.

c. Rated self extinguishing when tested in accordance with ASTM

D635.

d. Material shall be labeled and tested by Underwriters Laboratories or other approved independent testing laboratory.

e. Integral color with all colored components matched in accordance with SAE J 1545 to within plus or minus 1.0 on the CIE-LCH scales.

f. Same finish on exposed surfaces.

2.2 CORNER GUARDS

A. Resilient, Shock-Absorbing Corner Guards: Flush mounted or Surface formed to profile shown.

1. Snap-on corner guard formed from resilient material, minimum 2 mm

(0.078-inch) thick, free floating on a continuous 1.6 mm

(0.063-inch) thick extruded aluminum retainer. Provide appropriate mounting hardware, cushions and base plates as required.

2. Provide factory fabricated end closure caps at top and bottom of surface mounted corner guards.

3. Flush mounted corner guards installed on any fire rated wall shall maintain the fire rating of the wall. Provide fire test of proposed corner guard system to verify compliance.

a. Where insulating materials are an integral part of the corner guard system, the insulating materials shall be provided by the manufacturer of the corner guard system.

b. All exposed metal in fire rated assemblies shall have a paintable finish.

B. Stainless Steel Corner Guards: Fabricate of 1.6 mm (0.0625-inch) thick stainless steel. Form guards of dimensions and to contour shown.

2.3 WALL GUARDS AND HANDRAILS

A. Resilient Wall Guards and Handrails:

1. Handrail/Wall Guard Combination: Snap-on covers of resilient material, minimum 2 mm (0.078-inch) thick, shall be free-floated on a continuous, extruded aluminum retainer, minimum 1.8 mm (0.072-inch) thick, and anchored to wall at maximum 760 mm (30 inches) on center.

2. Wall Guards (Crash Rails): Snap-on covers of resilient material, minimum 2.8 mm (0.110-inch) thick, shall be free-floated over 50 mm

(two-inch) wide aluminum retainer clips, minimum 2.3 mm (0.090-inch) thick, anchored to wall at maximum 600 mm (24 inches) on center, supporting a continuous aluminum retainer, minimum 1.6 mm (0.062-inch) thick; or, shall be free-floated over a continuous extruded aluminum retainer, minimum 2.3 (0.090-inch) thick anchored to wall at maximum 600 mm (24 inches) on center.

3. Provide handrails and wall guards (crash rails) with prefabricated and closure caps, inside and outside corners, concealed splices, cushions, mounting hardware and other accessories as required. End caps and corners shall be field adjustable to assure close alignment with handrails and wall guards (crash rails). Screw or bolt closure caps to aluminum retainer.

B. Aluminum Wall Guards: Extruded aluminum, closed tubular bumper assembly mounted on wall brackets as shown.

1. Provide wall bumper with factory fabricated end closure caps, and inside and outside corner assemblies, concealed splice plates, and other accessories standard with the manufacturer.

2. Fabricate tubular wall guards from material with a nominal wall thickness of 6 mm (0.250-inch), form grooves for and provide two strips of continuous polyvinyl chloride cushion bumper inserts.

3. Fabricate adjustable wall brackets from aluminum having a nominal wall thickness of 5 mm (0.20-inch). Fasten bumper to brackets with 6 mm (1/4-inch) diameter aluminum or stainless steel bolts with locknuts.

C. Stainless Steel Wall Guards: Construct wall guard, including brackets, of minimum 4.75 mm (0.1875-inch) thick stainless steel to design shown.

2.4 DOOR AND DOOR FRAME PROTECTION

A. Fabricate door and door frame protection items from vinyl acrylic or polyvinyl chloride resilient material, minimum 1.5 mm (0.060-inch) thick, for doors as shown.

B. Coordinate door and door frame protection material requirements with door and frame suppliers to insure fit for all components, and color as specified.

C. Provide adhesive as recommended by resilient material manufacturer.

2.5 HIGH IMPACT WALL COVERING

A. Fabricate from vinyl acrylic or polyvinyl chloride resilient material minimum 6mm (0.06 inch) thick designed specially for interior use.

B. Coordinate with door guard rail protection material and supplier for proper fit, installation and color.

C. Provide adhesive as recommended by the wall covering manufacturer.

2.6 FASTENERS AND ANCHORS

A. Provide fasteners and anchors as required for each specific type of installation.

B. Where type, size, spacing or method of fastening is not shown or specified, submit shop drawings showing proposed installation details.

2.7 FINISH

A. In accordance with NAAMM AMP 500 series.

B. Aluminum:

1. Exposed aluminum: AAC22A31 chemically etched medium matte, with clear anodic coating, Class II Architectural, 0.4 mil thick.

2. Concealed aluminum: Mill finish as fabricated, uniform in color and free from surface blemishes.

C. Stainless Steel: NAAMM finish Number 4.

D. Resilient Material: Embossed texture and color in accordance with SAE J

1545 and as specified in Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES.

PART 3 - INSTALLATION

3.1 RESILIENT CORNER GUARDS

Install corner guards on walls in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

3.2 STAINLESS STEEL CORNER GUARDS

Mount guards on external corners of interior walls, partitions and columns as shown.

B. Where corner guards are installed on walls, partitions or columns finished with plaster or ceramic tile. Provide continuous 16 gage perforated, galvanized Z-shape steel anchors welded to back edges of corner guards and wired to metal studs expansion bolted to concrete or masonry with four 9.5 mm (3/8-inch) diameter bolts, spaced 400 mm (16 inches) on centers. Coat back surfaces of corner guards, where shown, with a non-flammable, sound deadening material. Corner guards shall overlap finish plaster surfaces.

1. Where corner guards are installed on exposed structural glazed facing tile units or masonry wall, partitions or columns, anchor corner guards to existing walls with 6 mm (1/4-inch) oval head stainless steel countersunk expansion or toggle bolts. Grout spaces solid between guards and backing with Portland cement and sand mortar.

2. Where corner guards are installed on gypsum board, clean surface and anchor guards with a neoprene solvent-type contact adhesive specifically manufactured for use on gypsum board construction.

Remove excess adhesive from around edge of guard and allow to cure undisturbed for 24 hours.

3.3 WALL GUARDS

Secure guards to walls with brackets and fasteners in accordance with manufacturer's details and instructions.

3.4 ALUMINUM WALL GUARDS

Secure brackets to walls with fasteners, spaced in accordance with manufacturer's installation instructions.

3.5 STAINLESS STEEL WALL GUARDS

Space brackets at not more than three feet on centers and anchor to the wall in accordance with manufacturer's installation instructions.

3.6 DOOR, DOOR FRAME PROTECTION AND HIGH IMPACT WALL COVERING

A. Surfaces to receive protection shall be clean, smooth and free of obstructions.

B. Install protectors after frames are in place but preceding installation of doors in accordance with approved shop drawings and manufacturers specific instructions.

C. Apply with adhesive in controlled environment according to manufacture’s recommendations.

D. Protection installed on fire rated doors and frames shall be installed according to NFPA 80 and installation procedures listed in UL Building

Materials Directory; or, equal listing by other approved independent testing laboratory establishing the procedures.

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SECTION 09 63 40

STONE FLOORING

SPEC WRITER NOTE: Delete // // if not applicable to project. Also delete any other item or paragraph not applicable in the section and renumber the paragraphs.

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. This section includes requirements for interior stone flooring, set on concrete substrates.

1.2 RELATED WORK

A. // Section 01 81 13, SUSTAINABLE CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS: Sustainable

Design Requirements.//

B. Section 03 30 00, CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE: Concrete Subfloors.

C. Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES: Stone variety, finish, cut, thickness, size, grout and cement color.

D. Section 07 92 00, JOINT SEALANTS: Joint sealants for sealing control and expansion joints in stonework.

1.3 SUBMITTAL

A. In accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA AND

SAMPLES, furnish the following:

B. //Sustainable Design Submittals as described below:

1. //Volatile organic compounds per volume as specified in PART

2 - PRODUCTS.// //

C. //Stone Samples: Submit samples for each stone type required, exhibiting the full range of color characteristics expected.

1. Submit two (2) each 305 x 305 mm (12 x 12 inches) samples in each color and finish specified.

2. In the case of more variegated stones, color photos are to be submitted in addition to the number of samples to show the full range of color and markings to be expected.

D. Shop Drawings: Show fabrication and installation details. Include dimensions and profiles of stone units including special stone shapes.

See construction documents for the paving pattern.

E. Product Data: For each stone type and each manufactured product shown on construction documents or specified. For each stone variety used on

Project, include physical property data.

F. Mortar Samples: Full range of exposed color and texture.

G. Grout Samples: Full range of exposed color and texture.

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H. //Sealant Samples: For each type and color of joint sealant required.//

I. //Sealant Compatibility Test Report: Submit test report from sealant manufacturer, in accordance with Section 07 92 00, JOINT SEALANTS stating that sealants will not stain stone.//

J. Material Test Reports: From a qualified independent testing agency for each stone type.

K. Cold Weather Procedures: Detailed description of methods, materials, and equipment.

L. Installer qualifications.

M. Fabricator qualifications.

1.4 PRODUCT DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. Deliver masonry materials in original sealed containers marked with name of manufacturer and identification of contents.

B. Store masonry materials under waterproof covers on planking clear of ground, and protect from handling damage, dirt stain, water and wind.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Installer Qualifications: Engage an installer with a minimum of three

(3) years’ previous experience with stone installations similar in material, design, and extent to that indicated for the Project. Submit installer qualifications.

B. Fabricator Qualifications: Engage a fabricator with a minimum of three (3) years previous experience with stone fabrication for projects similar in material, design, and extent to that indicated for the

Project. Submit fabricator qualifications.

SPEC WRITER NOTE: Mock-up must be approved by Contracting Officer Representative (COR) in the project’s design phase before including requirement in specification.

C. //Mockups: Build mockup of typical areas as shown on the construction documents.

1. Size: 1219 mm x 1219 mm (48 inches x 48 inches).

2. Color Consistency: Demonstrate color consistency with mockup; color range is not to exceed range of color established by samples.

3. Include sealant joints.

4. Mockups may become part of completed work if undisturbed at the time of Substantial Completion.//

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1.6 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Maintain air and material temperatures to comply with requirements of installation material manufacturers, but not less than 10 degrees C

(50 degrees F).

B. Cold-Weather Requirements: Comply with cold-weather construction requirements contained in ACI 530.1/ASCE 6/TMS 602.

C. Hot-Weather Requirements: Comply with hot-weather construction requirements contained in ACI 530.1/ASCE 6/TMS 602.

1.7 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. The American Concrete Institute (ACI) American Society of Civil

Engineers (ASCE), and The Masonry Society (TMS):

ACI 530.1/ASCE 6/TMS 602 Specification for Masonry Structures

C. American National Standards Institute (ANSI):

A108/A118/A136-13.......Installation of Ceramic Tile

D. ASTM International (ASTM):

A1064/A1064M-18a........Carbon-Steel Wire and Welded Wire

Reinforcement, Plain and Deformed, for Concrete

C114-18.................Test Methods for Chemical Analysis of Hydraulic

Cement

C144-18.................Aggregate for Masonry Mortar

C150/C150M-20...........Portland Cement

C207-18.................Hydrated Lime for Masonry Purposes

C241/C241M-15e1.........Abrasion Resistance of Stone Subjected to Foot

Traffic

C270-19ae1..............Mortar for Unit Masonry

C503/C503M-15...........Marble Dimension Stone

C568/C568M-15...........Limestone Dimension Stone

C615/C615M-18e1.........Granite Dimension Stone

C616/C616M-15...........Quartz-Based Dimension Stone

C629/C629M-15...........Slate Dimension Stone

C1353/C1353M-20.........Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of

Dimension Stone Subjected to Foot Traffic Using a Rotary Platform, Double-Head Abraser

C1526-19................Serpentine Dimension Stone

C1527/C1527M-11(2018)...Travertine Dimension Stone

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D4397-16................Polyethylene Sheeting for Construction, Industrial, and Agricultural Applications

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. Tile Council of North America (TCNA):

TCNA Handbook-19........Handbook for Ceramic, Glass, and Stone Tile

Installation

DCOF Acutest-2012.......Dynamic Coefficient of Friction Test

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

A. Source Limitations for Stone: Obtain each variety of stone from a single quarry with resources to provide materials with consistent quality in appearance and physical properties.

SPEC WRITER NOTE: Coordinate stone type, finish, cut, thickness and size with Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES.

2.2 STONE MATERIALS

A. //Granite: Comply with ASTM C615/C615M. //

B. //Limestone: Comply with ASTM C568/C568M. // C. //Marble: Comply with ASTM C503/C503M. //

D. //Quartz Based Stone: Comply with ASTM C616/C616M. //

E. //Serpentine: Comply with ASTM C1526. // F. //Slate: Comply with ASTM C629/C629M. //

G. //G. Travertine: Comply with ASTM C1527/C1527M. Cut, vein. //

2.3 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. //Slip Resistance: Coefficient of friction when measured per TCNA DCOF

AcuTest to be equal to or greater than 0.42 for level interior stone floors that will be walked on when wet. //

SPEC WRITER NOTE: Use abrasion resistance value of 8 for slate. Use abrasion resistance of 10 for all other stone materials.

B. //Abrasion Resistance: Minimum value of // 8 // // 10 // based on testing according to ASTM C241/C241M or ASTM C1353/C1353M. //

2.4 MORTAR MATERIALS

A. Portland Cement: ASTM C150/C150M, Type I or Type II.

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1. Low Alkali Cement: Not more than 0.60 percent total alkali when tested according to ASTM C114.

B. Hydrated Lime: ASTM C207, Type S.

C. Portland Cement Lime Mix: Packaged blend of portland cement complying with ASTM C150/C150M, Type I or Type III, and hydrated lime complying with ASTM C207, Type S.

D. Colored Portland Cement Lime Mix: Packaged blend of portland cement, hydrated lime, and mortar pigments. See Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE OF

FINISHES for cement color.

E. Aggregate: ASTM C144; except for joints narrower than 6 mm (1/4 inch) use aggregate graded with 100 percent passing 1.8 mm (No. 16) sieve.

Provide // white // // natural-colored // aggregates to achieve required mortar color.

F. Latex Additive: // Manufacturer’s standard // // acrylic-resin // // or // // styrene-butadiene-rubber // water emulsion, serving as replacement for part of all gaging water, of type specifically recommended by latex-additive manufacturer for use with field-mixed portland cement mortar bed, and not containing a retarder.

SPEC WRITER NOTE: Retain paragraph below for thin set method of installing stone tile.

G. //Thin Set Mortar:

1. //Dry Set Portland Cement Mortar (Thinset) ANSI A118.1. //

2. //Latex Portland Cement Mortar (Thinset) ANSI A118.4. // // H. Water: Potable.

I. Job colored mortar is not acceptable.

SPEC WRITER NOTE: Standard cement grouts and polymer modified grouts are packaged products and are available either sanded or unsanded. Avoid sanded grouts for stone with honed or polished finish.

Sanded grout is used for joints 3 mm (1/8 inch) or wider. Unsanded grout is used for joints 3 mm (1/8 inch) or narrower.

2.5 GROUT MATERIALS

A. Standard Cement Grout: ANSI A118.6.

1. //Unsanded. //

2. //Sanded. //

B. // Polymer Modified Cement Grout: ANSI A118.7.

1. //Unsanded. //

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2. //Sanded. // //

C. //Water Cleanable Epoxy Grout: ANSI A118.3. // D. Color as specified in Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES.

SPEC WRITER NOTE: Waterproof membrane can be used in thinset and thickset applications.

2.6 //WATERPROOF MEMBRANE

A. Manufacturer’s standard product that complies with ANSI 118.10 and is recommended by the manufacturer for the application specified. Include reinforcement protection board and accessories recommended by the manufacturer. //

SPEC WRITER NOTE: Provide cleavage membrane and reinforcing wire for large stone units or if concrete substrate is subject to movement and deflection.

2.7 ACCESSORIES

A. //Cleavage Membrane: Polyethylene sheeting, ASTM D4397, 0.10 mm

(4 mils). //

B. //Reinforcing Wire: ASTM A1064/A1064M except for minimum wire size.

C. Cleaner as recommended by stone producer.

D. Water-Cleanable Epoxy Adhesive: ANSI A118.3.

1. //Adhesives to have a VOC content of // 65 // // // g/L or less when calculated according to 40 CFR 59 (EPA Method 24). //

2.8 MORTAR AND GROUT MIXES

A. Mortar: Comply with referenced standards and manufacturers' written instructions for mix proportions, mixing equipment, speeds, containers, time, and other procedures needed to produce mortar of uniform quality and with optimum performance characteristics.

1. Do not use unapproved admixtures, including pigments, air-entraining agents, accelerators, retarders, water-repellent agents, antifreeze compounds, calcium chloride or other admixtures, unless otherwise indicated in construction documents.

2. Combine mortar materials and mix in a mechanical batch mixer unless otherwise indicated. Discard mortar when it has reached initial set.

3. Mixing Pointing Mortar: Mix cementitious and aggregate materials together before adding any water. Add only enough water to produce a damp, unworkable mix that retains its form when pressed into a ball.

Maintain mortar in this dampened condition for one (1) to two (2) hours. Add remaining water in small portions until mortar reaches

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Do not retemper or use partially hardened mortar.

SPEC WRITER NOTE: Use Type N for interior applications and Type S for exterior applications. Select appropriate type(s) from below. Modify mortar material selections accordingly.

B. Portland Cement-Lime Setting Mortar: ASTM C270, Proportion Specification, // Type N // // Type S //. Use amount of water to produce a stiff mixture with a moist surface when bed is ready to receive stone.

C. Latex-Modified Portland Cement Setting Mortar: Proportion and mix portland cement, aggregate, and latex additive to comply with latex-additive manufacturer's written instructions and to produce a stiff mixture with a moist surface when bed is ready to receive stone.

D. Mortar-Bed Bond Coat: Mix cement and // water // // latex additive // to a creamy consistency.

E. Latex-Modified Portland Cement Bond Coat: Proportion and mix portland cement, aggregate, and latex additive to comply with latex-additive manufacturer's written instructions.

F. Pointing Mortar: Comply with requirements indicated above for setting mortar, including type and the following:

1. //Packaged Portland Cement-Lime Mix Mortar: Use portland cement-lime mix of selected color. //

2. //Colored-Aggregate Pointing Mortar: Produce color required by combining colored aggregates with portland cement of selected color. //

G. Joint Grout: Comply with mixing requirements in referenced ANSI standards and with manufacturer's written instructions. // Provide grout with a VOC content of 65 g/L or less when calculated according to

40 CFR 59 (EPA Method 24). //

2.9 STONE FABRICATION

A. Select stone for intended use to prevent fabricated units from containing cracks, seams, and starts that could impair structural integrity or function. Do not use stone with discoloration or other visible defects.

B. Cut stone to produce pieces of thickness, size, and shape as specified in Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examine surfaces indicated to receive stone.

B. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Sweep concrete substrates to remove dirt, dust, debris, and loose particles.

B. Remove substances from concrete substrates that could impair mortar bond.

C. Clean dirty or stained stone surfaces before setting.

1. Scrub with fiber brushes; drench with clear water.

2. Use mild cleaning compounds.

3.3 INSTALLATION, GENERAL

A. Do necessary field cutting as stone is set. Cut lines straight and true and finish field-cut edges to match shop-cut edges.

1. Use power saws with diamond blades to cut stones.

B. Set stone to comply with construction documents and Shop Drawings.

C. Scribe and field-cut stone as necessary to fit at obstructions. Produce neat joints of size as indicated on construction documents.

D. Expansion and Control Joint Installation: Locate and install according to construction documents and Shop Drawings.

3.4 INSTALLATION TOLERANCES

A. Variation in Line: Do not exceed 3 mm in 3 meters (1/8 inch in 10 feet), 6 mm in 6 meters (1/4 inch in 20 feet), or 10 mm (3/8 inch) maximum.

B. Variation in Joint Width: Do not vary joint thickness more than 1.5 mm (1/16 inch) or 1/4 of nominal joint width, whichever is less.

C. Variation in Surface Plane: Do not exceed 3 mm in 3 meters (1/8 inch in 10 feet), 6 mm in 6 meters (1/4 inch n 20 feet) or 10 mm (3/8 inch) maximum from level or slope indicated.

D. Variation in Place Between Adjacent Units (Lipping): Do not exceed

0.8 mm (1/32 inch) difference between planes of adjacent units.

3.5 INSTALLATION OF STONE DIRECTLY OVER CONCRETE

A. Saturate concrete with clean water several hours before placing setting bed. Remove surface water about one (1) hour before placing setting bed.

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B. Apply mortar bed bond coat to damp concrete and broom to provide an even coating that completely covers the concrete. Do not exceed 1.5 mm

(1/16 inch) thickness. Limit area of mortar-bed bond coat to avoid its drying out before placing setting bed.

1. Place reinforcing wire mesh over concrete, lapped at joints by at least one (1) full mesh and supported so mesh becomes embedded in middle of setting bed. Hold edges back from vertical surfaces about

13 mm (1/2 inch).

C. Apply mortar bed immediately after applying mortar bed bond coat.

Spread, tamp and screed to uniform thickness at elevations required for setting stone to finished elevations and indicated on drawings.

D. Mix and place only that amount of mortar bed that can be covered with stone before initial set. Cut back, bevel edge, and discard material that has reached initial set before stone can be placed.

E. Place stone before initial set of mortar occurs. Immediately before placing stone on setting bed, apply uniform 1.5 mm (1/16 inch) thick bond coat to bed or to back of each stone unit.

F. Tamp and beat stone with a wooden block or rubber mallet.

1. Set each unit in a single operation before initial set of mortar; do not return to areas already set.

G. Rake out joints to depth required to receive grout or pointing mortar as units are set.

H. Point joints after setting.

SPEC WRITER NOTE: Retain paragraph below for thinset method of installing stone tile.

I. //Install stone tile to conform to TCNA Detail F113-19 or other TCNA method as applicable.

1. Thinset Mortar: // Dry set // // Latex // // Medium Bed Latex //. //

3.6 INSTALLATION OF STONE OVER // CLEAVAGE MEMBRANE // // WATERPROOFING //

A. Place cleavage membrane over substrates, lapped at least 100 mm (4 inches) at joints.

B. //Install waterproof membrane and protection board to comply with

ANSI A108.13 and manufacturer’s written instructions to produce waterproof membrane of uniform thickness that is bonded securely to substrate. Do not install tile or setting materials over waterproofing until waterproofing has cured and been determined to be watertight. //

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C. Place reinforcing wire fabric over membrane protection board, lapped at least one (1) full mesh at joints and supported so mesh becomes embedded in middle of setting bed. Hold edges back from vertical surfaces about 13 mm (1/2 inch).

D. Place mortar bed over // cleavage membrane // // waterproofing and protection board // to uniform thickness at elevations required with reinforcing wire fabric fully embedded in middle of mortar bed.

E. Mix and place only that amount of mortar bed that can be covered with stone before initial set.

F. Apply uniform 1.5 mm (1/16 inch) thick bond coat to bed or to back of each stone unit then place stone before initial set of mortar occurs.

G. Tamp and beat stone with a wooden block or rubber mallet. Set each unit in a single operation before initial set of mortar.

H. Rake out joints to depth required to receive grout as units are set.

I. Point joints after setting.

3.7 GROUTING

A. Grout stone joints to comply with ANSI A108.10 and with manufacturer’s written instructions.

1. Do not use sanded grout for polished stone.

2. Grout joints as soon as possible after initial set of setting bed.

Finish joints by tooling to produce a slightly concave polished joint, free of drying cracks.

3. Maintain grout in damp condition for seven (7) days.

3.8 ADJUSTING AND CLEANING

A. Remove and replace damaged stone. Repair stone using methods recommended by stone producer.

B. Remove and replace defective joints.

C. Remove and replace stone not matching final samples // and mockups //.

D. Replacement stone is not to show evidence of replacement.

E. In-Progress Cleaning: Clean stone as work progresses. Remove mortar and stains before tooling joints.

F. Final Cleaning: Clean stone as recommended by fabricator or stone producer.

3.9 PROTECTION

A. Prohibit traffic from installed stone for a minimum of 72 hours.

B. Protect during construction with non-staining kraft paper, and cover with a layer of untreated plywood where adjoining areas require construction work access.

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SECTION 09 65 19

RESILIENT TILE FLOORING

SPEC WRITER NOTES:

1. Delete between // // if not applicable to project. Also delete any other item or paragraph not applicable in the section and renumber the paragraphs.

2. Specify type, color, size, thickness, and finish of tile in Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR

FINISHES.

3. Show floor patterns on drawings.

1.1 DESCRIPTION:

A. This section specifies the installation of // solid vinyl tile flooring, // // luxury vinyl tile, // // rubber tile,// // linoleum tile // and accessories required for a complete installation.

1.2 RELATED WORK:

//A. Sustainable Design Requirements: Section 01 81 13, SUSTAINABLE

CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS. //

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

C. Subfloor Testing and Preparation: Section 09 05 16, SUBSURFACE

PREPARATION FOR FLOOR FINISHES.

D. Removal of Existing Construction Containing Asbestos:

Section 02 82 13.19, ASBESTOS FLOOR TILE AND MASTIC ABATEMENT.

E. Color, Pattern and Texture for Resilient Tile Flooring and Accessories:

Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES.

1.3 SUBMITTALS:

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

DATA, AND SAMPLES.

//B. Sustainable Design Submittals as described below: //

//1. Volatile organic compounds per volume as described in

PART 2 - PRODUCTS.//

//2. Postconsumer and preconsumer recycled content as described in

PART 2 - PRODUCTS.// //

C. Manufacturer's Literature and Data:

1. Description of each product.

2. Resilient material manufacturer’s recommendations for adhesives, underlayment, primers, and polish.

3. Application, installation and maintenance instructions.

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D. Samples:

1. Tile: Each type, color, thickness and finish.

2. Edge Strips: Each type, color, thickness and finish.

3. Feature Strips: Each type, color, thickness and finish.

E. Shop Drawings:

1. Layout of patterns as shown on the construction documents.

2. Edge strip locations showing types and detail cross sections.

F. Test Reports:

1. Abrasion resistance: Depth of wear for each tile type and color and volume loss of tile, certified by independent laboratory. Tested per

ASTM F510/F510M.

2. Moisture and pH test results as per Section 09 05 16, SUBSURFACE

PREPARATION FOR FLOOR FINISHES.

1.4 DELIVERY:

A. Deliver materials to the site in original sealed packages or containers, clearly marked with the manufacturer's name or brand, type and color, production run number and date of manufacture.

B. Materials from containers which have been distorted, damaged or opened prior to installation are not acceptable.

1.5 STORAGE:

A. Store materials in a clean, dry, enclosed space off the ground, protected from harmful weather conditions and at temperature and humidity conditions recommended by the manufacturer. Protect adhesives from freezing. Store flooring, adhesives, and accessories in the spaces where they will be installed for at least 48 hours before beginning installation.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE:

A. Installer Qualifications: A company specializing in installation with minimum three (3) years’ experience and employs experienced flooring installers who have retained, and currently hold, an INSTALL

Certification, or a certification from a comparable certification program.

1. Installers to be certified by INSTALL or a comparable certification program with the following minimum criteria:

a. US Department of Labor approved four (4) year apprenticeship program, 160 hours a year.

b. Career long training.

c. Manufacturer endorsed training.

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d. Fundamental journeyman skills certification.

SPEC WRITER NOTE: Mock-up must be approved by Contracting Officer Representative (COR) in the project’s design stage before including requirement in specification.

//B. Mockup: Build floor tile mockup to verify selections made under sample submittals and to demonstrate aesthetic effects and set quality standards for materials and execution.

1. Size: 9.3 sq. m (100 sq. ft.) for each type, color, and pattern.

Locations as indicated on construction documents.

2. Contracting Officer Representative (COR) approved mockup may become part of the completed Project if undisturbed at time of Substantial

Completion. //

C. Furnish product type materials from the same production run.

1.7 WARRANTY:

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

Construction”.

1.8 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. ASTM International (ASTM):

D2047-11................Test Method for Static Coefficient of Friction of Polish-Coated Flooring Surfaces as Measured by the James Machine

D2240-05(R2010).........Test Method for Rubber Property—Durometer

Hardness

D4078-02(R2008).........Water Emulsion Floor Finish

E648-14c................Critical Radiant Flux of Floor Covering Systems

Using a Radiant Energy Source

E662-14.................Specific Optical Density of Smoke Generated by

Solid Materials

E1155/E1155M-14.........Determining Floor Flatness and Floor Levelness

Numbers

F510/F510M-14...........Resistance to Abrasion of Resilient Floor

Coverings Using an Abrader with a Grit Feed

Method

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F710-11.................Preparing Concrete Floors to Receive Resilient

Flooring

F925-13.................Test Method for Resistance to Chemicals of

Resilient Flooring

F1344-12(R2013).........Rubber Floor Tile

F1700-13a...............Solid Vinyl Floor Tile

F1869-11................Test Method for Measuring Moisture Vapor

Emission Rate of Concrete Subfloor Using

Anhydrous Calcium Chloride

F2170-11................Test Method for Determining Relative Humidity in Concrete Floor Slabs Using in Situ Probes

F2195-13................Linoleum Floor Tile

C. Code of Federal Regulation (CFR):

40 CFR 59...............Determination of Volatile Matter Content, Water

Content, Density Volume Solids, and Weight

Solids of Surface Coating

D. International Standards and Training Alliance (INSTALL):

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:

A. Provide adhesives, underlayment, primers, and polish recommended by resilient floor material manufacturer.

B. Critical Radiant Flux: 0.45 watts per sq. cm or more, Class I, per

ASTM E648.

C. Smoke Density: Less than 450 per ASTM E662.

D. Slip Resistance – Not less than 0.5 when tested with ASTM D2047.

SPEC WRITER NOTES:

1. Solid color tiles are tiles with uniform color throughout. These are recommended for use as an accent only in small quantities and not as the floor field color. These tiles do not hide soiling well and show scratches easily.

2. Through pattern tiles are tiles with patterning distributed through the entire thickness.

3. Specify special slip resistant tile adjacent to wet areas such as Hydro Physical Therapy, scrub areas, and shower rooms. Slip resistant ceramic tile is required in wet areas.

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2.2 RUBBER TILE:

A. Tile Standard: ASTM F1344, // Class I-A, homogeneous rubber tile, solid color // // Class I-B, homogeneous rubber tile, through mottled //

// Class II-A, laminated rubber tile, solid-color wear layer //

// Class II-B, laminated rubber tile, mottled water layer //.

B. Hardness: // Not less than 85 as required by ASTM F1344 //

// Manufacturer’s standard hardness //, measured using Shore, Type A durometer per ASTM D2240.

C. Wearing Surface: // Smooth // // Textured // // Molded pattern //.

1. Molded-Pattern Figure: // Raised discs // // Raised squares //

D. Thickness: // 3.2 mm (0.125 inch) // // //.

E. Size: // 305 x 305 mm (12 x 12 inches) // // 610 x 610 mm (24 x

24 inches) // // //.

2.3 LINOLEUM TILE:

A. ASTM F2195.

B. Tile to consist of a homogeneous layer of a mixture of linoleum cement

(binder in linoleum consisting of a mixture of linseed oil, pine rosin, fossil, or other resins or rosins, or an equivalent oxidized oleoresinous binder), cork and/or wood flour, mineral fillers, and pigments bonded to a polyester backing.

2.4 SOLID VINYL-TILE:

A. Tile Standard: ASTM F1700.

1. Class: // Class I, monolithic vinyl tile // // Class II, surface-decorated vinyl tile //.

2. Type: // A, smooth surface // // B, embossed surface //.

B. Thickness: // 2.0 mm (0.080 inch) // // 2.5 mm (0.100 inch) //

// 3.0 mm (0.120 inch) // // 3.2 mm (0.125 inch) // // //.

C. Size: // 305 x 305 mm (12 x 12 inches) // // 457 x 457 mm (18 x

18 inches) // // 610 x 610 mm (24 x 24 inches) // // 914 x 914 mm (36 x

36 inches) // // 76 x 914 mm (3 x 36 inches) // // //.

2.5 LUXURY VINYL TILE:

A. ASTM F1700, Class III, Printed Film Vinyl Tile, Type // A // // B //.

B. Thickness: 12 mil (1/8 inch) // //.

C. Size: // //.

D. Provide products with recycled content with not less than // 30 //

// // percent.

//E. Chemical Resistance: ASTM F925; pass. //

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2.6 ADHESIVES:

A. Provide water resistant type adhesive for flooring, base and accessories as recommended by the manufacturer to suit substrate conditions. // VOC content to be less than the 50 grams/L when calculated according to 40 CFR 59 (EPA Method 24). // Submit manufacturer’s descriptive data, documentation stating physical characteristics, and mildew and germicidal characteristics.

2.7 PRIMER FOR CONCRETE SUBFLOORS:

A. Provide in accordance with Section 09 05 16, SUBSURFACE PREPARATION FOR

FLOOR FINISHES.

2.8 LEVELING COMPOUND FOR CONCRETE FLOORS:

A. Provide cementitious products with latex or polyvinyl acetate resins in the mix in accordance with Section 09 05 16, SUBSURFACE PREPARATION FOR

FLOOR FINISHES.

SPEC WRITER NOTES:

1. The VA prefers no-wax maintenance.

2. Pre-waxed flooring and flooring that does not require wax need not be waxed after installation if properly protected.

2.9 POLISH AND CLEANERS:

A. Cleaners: As recommended in writing by floor tile manufacturer.

B. Polish: ASTM D4078.

SPEC WRITER NOTE: Verify that mouldings are shown on construction documents.

2.10 MOULDING:

A. Provide tapered mouldings of // vinyl // // rubber // // //-colored anodized aluminum // // clear anodized aluminum // and types as indicated on the construction documents for both edges and transitions of flooring materials specified. Provide vertical lip on moulding of maximum 6 mm (1/4 inch). Provide bevel change in level between 6 and

13 mm (1/4 and 1/2 inch) with a slope no greater than 1:2.

B. Fasteners for Aluminum Mouldings: Stainless steel of type required for substrate condition.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

A. Maintain flooring materials and areas to receive resilient flooring at a temperature above 20 degrees C (68 degrees F) for three (3) days before application, during application and two (2) days after

09 65 19 - 7 application, unless otherwise directly by the flooring manufacturer for the flooring being installed. Maintain a minimum temperature of 13 degrees C (55 degrees F) thereafter. Provide adequate ventilation to remove moisture from area and to comply with regulations limiting concentrations of hazardous vapors.

B. Do not install flooring until building is permanently enclosed and wet construction in or near areas to receive tile materials is complete, dry and cured.

SPEC WRITERS NOTE:

1. Include Section 09 05 16, SUBSURFACE

PREPARATION FOR FLOOR FINISHES in specifications manual for preparation and testing procedures of concrete and other subsurface conditions required before installation of flooring.

3.2 SUBFLOOR TESTING AND PREPARATION:

A. Prepare and test surfaces to receive resilient tile and adhesive as per

Section 09 05 16, SUBSURFACE PREPARATION FOR FLOOR FINISHES.

//1. Remove existing resilient floor and existing adhesive. //

B. Prepare concrete substrates in accordance with ASTM F710.

//C. Perform work regarding removal of flooring and adhesive containing asbestos as specified in Section 02 82 13.19, ASBESTOS FLOOR TILE AND

MASTIC ABATEMENT. //

3.3 INSTALLATION:

A. Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions for application and installation unless specified otherwise.

B. Mix tile from at least two containers. An apparent line either of shades or pattern variance is not acceptable.

C. Tile Layout:

1. If layout is not shown on construction documents, lay tile symmetrically about center of room or space with joints aligned.

2. Vary edge width as necessary to maintain full size tiles in the field, no edge tile to be less than 1/2 the field tile size, except where irregular shaped rooms make it impossible.

3. Place tile pattern in the same direction; do not alternate tiles unless specifically indicated in the construction documents to the contrary. // Match tile installation to approved mockup. //

D. Application:

1. Adhere floor tile to flooring substrates using a full spread of adhesive applied to substrate to produce a completed installation

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2. Scribe, cut, and fit floor tiles to butt neatly and tightly to vertical surfaces and permanent fixtures including built-in furniture, cabinets, pipes, outlets, and door frames.

3. Extend floor tiles into toe spaces, door reveals, closets, and similar openings. Extend floor tiles to center of door openings.

4. Roll tile floor with a minimum 45 kg (100 pound) roller.

E. Seal joints at pipes with sealants in accordance with Section 07 92 00, JOINT SEALANTS.

F. Installation of Edge Strips:

1. Locate edge strips under center line of doors unless otherwise shown on construction documents.

2. Set resilient edge strips in adhesive. Anchor metal edge strips with anchors and screws.

3. Where tile edge is exposed, butt edge strip to touch along tile edge.

4. Where thin set ceramic tile abuts resilient tile, set edge strip against floor file and against the ceramic tile edge.

SPEC WRITER NOTES:

1. Coordinate any requirements for application of polish/floor finish with the COR.

2. Note that applied finish coatings may affect performance, slip resistant properties and may cause damage to the floor. Coordinate finish coatings with manufacturer.

3. Modify paragraph accordingly.

3.4 CLEANING AND PROTECTION:

A. Clean adhesive marks on exposed surfaces during the application of resilient materials before the adhesive sets. Exposed adhesive is not acceptable.

B. Keep traffic off resilient material for a minimum 72 hours after installation.

C. Clean flooring as recommended in accordance with manufacturer’s printed maintenance instructions and within the recommended time frame. As required by the manufacturer, apply the recommended number of coats and type of polish and/or finish in accordance with manufacturer’s written instructions.

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D. When construction traffic occurs over tile, cover resilient materials with reinforced kraft paper properly secured and maintained until removal is directed by COR. At entrances and where wheeled vehicles or carts are used, cover tile with plywood, hardboard, or particle board over paper, secured and maintained until removal is directed by COR.

E. When protective materials are removed and immediately prior to acceptance, replace damaged tile and mouldings, re-clean resilient materials.

3.5 LOCATION:

A. Unless otherwise indicated in construction documents, install tile flooring, under areas where casework, laboratory and pharmacy furniture and other equipment occur.

B. Extend tile flooring for room into adjacent closets and alcoves.

1.01 TELECOMMUNICATIONS: DISTRIBUTION AND EQUIPMENT (JUN 2012)

1. Telecommunications floor or wall outlets shall be provided as part of the TIs. At a minimum, each outlet shall house a quantity of two (2) 4 pair wire jack for data. The Lessor shall ensure that all outlets and associated wiring, copper, coaxial cable, optical fiber, or other transmission medium used to transmit telecommunications (voice, data, video, Internet, or other emerging technologies) service to the workstation shall be safely concealed under raised floors, in floor ducts, walls, columns, or molding. All outlets/junction boxes shall be provided with rings and pull strings to facilitate the installation of cable. Some transmission medium may require special conduit, inner duct, or shielding as specified by the Government.

1.02 TELECOMMUNICATIONS: LOCAL EXCHANGE ACCESS (AUG 2008)

1. Provide sealed conduit to house the agency telecommunications system when required.

1.03 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: IT CLOSETS AND POLICE/ACCESS CONTROL ROOM

1. General Requirements: Provide a climate controlled, secure (electronic access control system with control cabinet contained within this room, must work with Minneapolis VA PIV + PIN cards) and protected room in an area dictated by System Design.

Only approved VA personnel will have access to the rack and to the room. Security of computerized information shall be strictly maintained at all times.

2. An access control system shall be provided for all exterior doors and selected interior doors. The computer head-end equipment system room shall be protected by the access control system and the access control system cabinet shall be located within the Police/Access Control Room. The system shall be compatible with Minneapolis VA issued PIV + PIN proximity cards.

3. The room locksets installed shall be capable of being opened (overridden) with only one key which shall be retained by the Minneapolis VA staff. A deadbolt lock independent of other door access hardware shall be provided, with key set retained by the Minneapolis VA Staff. Electronic Physical Access Control Systems (PACS) for additional information.

4. Minimum Room Construction Requirements (both rooms):

a. The Contractor shall provide a secure, double locked (Lockable access hardware and separate independent deadbolt lock) rooms to house the necessary equipment and network devices to service the clinic space.

b. Other Room Access Means: Ceiling overhead areas which enable entry into a secure room from an unsecured room must be barricaded by the installation of a suitable partition or ceiling which deters "up and over" access.

c. Exterior walls of brick and masonry construction are acceptable. Exterior walls which are composed of wood frame and siding require an interior backing of steel security screen mesh or sheet partition. Exterior walls shall have no windows.

d. Interior walls shall be full height (floor to underside of slab above). These walls shall be a minimum of 5/8” gypsum board on both sides. In the event where full height walls are not feasible, the ceiling shall be gypsum board with security mesh.

e. The room shall have an audible intrusion detection system. The features shall match those of the exterior door intrusion detection system. These rooms shall be partitioned separately within the building security system with keypads within the respective rooms.

f. The room must be designed with adequate space (100 square feet minimum) to accommodate all provided and planned Special Systems, Head-end Cabinets, and Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Systems.

g. See VA Electrical Design Manual, Chapter 8 Information Technology Room Requirements, to include subchapters or paragraphs, for Equipment Room requirements in addition to the information provided in this document.

Contact the Minneapolis VA OI&T staff for resolution of any conflicting information issues.

h. The door to the room must:

i. Open inward, provide at least five feet of clearance between the door and any network equipment.

ii. Be at least 45mm (1-3/4 in thick) steel or solid core wood, set in a steel frame, access control system with a uniquely keyed override mortise lock with deadlock pin feature. This key shall be retained by VA specified staff only. No grills or glass shall be allowed.

iii. Have hinge pins hidden, retained with lock-pins or spot welded to prevent their removal.

iv. Doors shall have a mortise lock with a deadlock pin feature and automatically latch on closure. The mechanism must be resistant to “pick” or “jimmy” attempts.

v. The door must have a separate and uniquely keyed deadbolt lock as a secondary lock. This key shall be different than the override key for the access control hardware. VA staff shall determine who retains this deadbolt key.

vi. All NFPA Life Safety Code standards must be followed.

5. Room Location: When selecting the site, avoid locations restricted by building infrastructure. Room should be located near the clinic rooms and shall not be labeled with any identifiable placard. No windows shall be allowed.

6. All IT and security equipment within the rooms requires emergency power or battery back-up able to sustain operations for

72 hours.

7. Additional Police/Access Control Room Requirements

a. Minimum ceiling height shall be 8 ft. above finish floor.

b. No ventilation grills or air ducts that serve the rooms shall exceed 100 square inches in size.

c. No pipe or duct system foreign to the room shall enter or pass through this room.