Technical Exhibit N Div 10 Specialties.pdf

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SECTION 101100 - VISUAL DISPLAY SURFACES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Chalkboards.

2. Markerboards.

3. Tackboards.

4. Visual display rails.

5. Visual display wall panels.

6. Support systems for visual display boards.

7. Sliding visual display units.

8. Visual display conference units.

9. Visual display wall coverings.

B. Related Sections:

1. Section 097723 "Fabric-Wrapped Panels" for tackable, fabric-covered wall surfaces.

2. Section 101200 "Display Cases" for individually framed and enclosed, wall-mounted bulletin boards and for bulletin boards in built-in trophy and display cases.

3. Section 101300 "Directories" for bulletin boards within built-in directories.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Tackboard: Framed or unframed, tackable, visual display board assembly.

B. Visual Display Board Assembly: Visual display surface that is factory fabricated into composite panel form, either with or without a perimeter frame; includes chalkboards, markerboards, and tackboards.

C. Visual Display Surface: Surfaces that are used to convey information visually, including surfaces of chalkboards, markerboards, tackboards, and surfacing materials that are not fabricated into composite panel form but are applied directly to walls.

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1.4 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated. Include construction details, material descriptions, dimensions of individual components and profiles, and finishes for visual display surfaces.

1. Include rated capacities, operating characteristics, electrical characteristics and individual panel weights for sliding visual display units.

B. LEED Submittals:

1. Product Data for Credit IEQ 4.1: For adhesives, documentation including printed statement of VOC content.

2. Product Data for Credit IEQ 4.4: For composite wood products, documentation indicating that the product contains no urea formaldehyde.

3. Laboratory Test Reports for Credit IEQ 4: For adhesives and composite wood products, documentation indicating that products comply with the testing and product requirements of the California Department of Health Services' "Standard Practice for the Testing of Volatile Organic Emissions from Various Sources Using Small-Scale Environmental Chambers."

C. Shop Drawings: For visual display surfaces. Include plans, elevations, sections, details, and attachments to other work.

1. Show locations of panel joints.

2. Show locations of special-purpose graphics for visual display surfaces.

3. Include sections of typical trim members.

4. Wiring Diagrams: For power, signal, and control wiring.

D. Samples for Initial Selection: For each type of visual display surface indicated, for units with factory-applied color finishes, and as follows:

1. Actual sections of porcelain-enamel face sheet, painted-finish chalkboard, melamine visual display surface, high-pressure-laminate visual display surface, tackboard assembly, visual display wall panel, display rail and visual display wall covering.

2. Fabric swatches of vinyl and polyester fabric-faced tack assemblies.

3. Include accessory Samples to verify color selected.

E. Samples for Verification: For each type of visual display surface indicated.

1. Visual Display Surface: Not less than 8-1/2 by 11 inches, mounted on substrate indicated for final Work. Include one panel for each type, color, and texture required.

2. Trim: 6-inch- long sections of each trim profile.

3. Display Rail: 6-inch- long sections.

4. Rail or Modular Support System: 6-inch- long sections.

5. Accessories: Full-size Sample of each type of accessory.

F. Product Schedule: For visual display surfaces. As designated on Drawings.

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1.5 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Qualification Data: For qualified Installer.

B. Product Test Reports: Based on evaluation of comprehensive tests performed by a qualified testing agency, for surface-burning characteristics of fabrics.

C. Warranties: Sample of special warranties.

1.6 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Operation and Maintenance Data: For visual display surfaces and power-operated units to include in maintenance manuals.

1.7 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Installer Qualifications: Manufacturer's authorized representative who is trained and approved for installation of motor-operated, sliding visual display units required for this Project.

B. Source Limitations: Obtain visual display surfaces from single source from single manufacturer.

C. Surface-Burning Characteristics: As determined by testing identical products according to ASTM E 84 by a qualified testing agency. Identify products with appropriate markings of applicable testing agency.

1. Flame-Spread Index: 25 or less.

2. Smoke-Developed Index: 50 or 450 or less.

D. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.

E. Mockups: Build mockups to verify selections made under sample submittals and to demonstrate appearance and aesthetic effects and set quality standards for installation.

1. Build mockup of typical wall area as shown on Drawings. Include accessories.

2. Approved mockups may become part of the completed Work if undisturbed at time of

Substantial Completion.

F. Preinstallation Conference: Conduct conference at Project Site.

1.8 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Deliver factory-built visual display surfaces including factory-applied trim where indicated, completely assembled in one piece without joints, where possible. If dimensions exceed maximum manufactured panel size, provide two or more pieces of equal length as acceptable to Architect. When overall dimensions require delivery in separate units, prefit components at the factory, disassemble for delivery, and make final joints at the site.

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B. Store visual display surfaces vertically with packing materials between each unit.

1.9 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Environmental Limitations: Do not deliver or install visual display surfaces until spaces are enclosed and weathertight, wet work in spaces is complete and dry, work above ceilings is complete, and temporary HVAC system is operating and maintaining ambient temperature and humidity conditions at occupancy levels during the remainder of the construction period.

B. Field Measurements: Verify actual dimensions of construction contiguous with visual display surfaces by field measurements before fabrication.

1. Allow for trimming and fitting where taking field measurements before fabrication might delay the Work.

1.10 WARRANTY

A. Special Warranty for Porcelain-Enamel Face Sheets: Manufacturer's standard form in which manufacturer agrees to repair or replace porcelain-enamel face sheets that fail in materials or workmanship within specified warranty period.

1. Failures include, but are not limited to, the following:

a. Surfaces lose original writing and erasing qualities.

b. Surfaces exhibit crazing, cracking, or flaking.

2. Warranty Period: 50 years from date of Substantial Completion.

3. Warranty Period: Life of the building.

B. Special Warranty for Electronic Markerboards: Manufacturer's standard form in which manufacturer agrees to repair or replace electronic markerboards that fail in materials or workmanship within specified warranty period.

1. Warranty Period: Two years from date of Substantial Completion.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS, GENERAL

A. Porcelain-Enamel Face Sheet: ASTM A 424, enameling-grade steel, uncoated thickness indicated; with exposed face and edges coated with primer, 1.7-to-2.5-mil- thick ground coat, and color cover coat; and with concealed face coated with primer and 1.7-to-2.5-mil- thick ground coat.

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1. Matte-Finish Cover Coat: Low reflective; chalk wipes clean with dry cloth or standard eraser. Minimum 2.0-to-2.5-mil- thick cover coat. Cover and ground coats shall be fused to steel at manufacturer's standard firing temperatures but not less than 1250 deg F.

a. Products: Comply with Requirements.

2. Gloss-Finish Cover Coat: Gloss as indicated; dry-erase markers wipe clean with dry cloth or standard eraser. Minimum 3.0-to-4.0-mil- thick cover coat. Cover and ground coats shall be fused to steel at manufacturer's standard firing temperatures but not less than 1475 deg F.

B. Porcelain-Enamel Face Sheet: Porcelain-enamel-clad, ASTM A 463/A 463M, Type 1, stretcher-leveled aluminized steel, with 0.024-inch uncoated thickness; with porcelain-enamel coating fused to steel at approximately 1000 deg F.

1. Matte Finish: Low reflective; chalk wipes clean with dry cloth or standard eraser.

2. Gloss Finish: Low gloss; dry-erase markers wipe clean with dry cloth or standard eraser.

Suitable for use as projection screen.

C. Porcelain-Enamel Face Sheet: Manufacturer's standard steel sheet with porcelain-enamel coating fused to steel; uncoated thickness indicated.

1. Manufacturers: Comply with Requirements.

2. Matte Finish: Low reflective; chalk wipes clean with dry cloth or standard eraser.

3. Gloss Finish: Gloss as indicated; dry-erase markers wipe clean with dry cloth or standard eraser.

D. Melamine: Thermally fused, melamine-impregnated decorative paper complying with

LMA SAT-1.

E. High-Pressure Plastic Laminate: NEMA LD 3.

F. Natural Cork Sheet: Seamless, single-layer, compressed fine-grain cork sheet; bulletin board quality; face sanded for natural finish with surface-burning characteristics indicated.

G. Plastic-Impregnated Cork Sheet: Seamless, homogeneous, self-sealing sheet consisting of granulated cork, linseed oil, resin binders, and dry pigments that are mixed and calendared onto fabric backing; with washable vinyl finish and integral color throughout with surface-burning characteristics indicated.

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H. Vinyl Fabric: Mildew resistant, washable, complying with FS CCC-W-408D, Type II, burlap weave ; weighing not less than 13 oz./sq. yd.; with surface-burning characteristics indicated.

I. Polyester Fabric: Nondirectional weave, 100 percent polyester; weighing not less than 15 oz./sq. yd.; with surface-burning characteristics indicated.

J. Hardboard: ANSI A135.4, tempered.

K. Particleboard: ANSI A208.1, Grade M-1 made with binder containing no urea formaldehyde, that complies with the testing and product requirements of the California Department of Health Services' "Standard Practice for the Testing of Volatile Organic Emissions from Various Sources Using Small-Scale Environmental Chambers.".

L. Fiberboard: ASTM C 208.

M. Extruded Aluminum: ASTM B 221, Alloy 6063.

N. Adhesives: Manufacturer's standard product that complies with the testing and product requirements of the California Department of Health Services' "Standard Practice for the Testing of Volatile Organic Emissions from Various Sources Using Small-Scale Environmental

2.2 CHALKBOARD ASSEMBLIES

A. Porcelain-Enamel Chalkboards: Balanced, high-pressure, factory-laminated chalkboard assembly of three-ply construction consisting of backing sheet, core material, and 0.021-inch-thick, or 0.013-inch- thick, porcelain-enamel face sheet with matte finish.

2. Hardboard Core: 1/4 inch thick; with 0.005-inch- thick, aluminum foil, 0.015-inch-thick, aluminum sheet or 0.0129-inch- thick, galvanized-steel sheet backing.

3. Particleboard Core: 3/8 inch thick; with 0.005-inch- thick, aluminum foil, 0.015-inch-thick, aluminum sheet or 0.0129-inch- thick, galvanized-steel sheet backing.

4. Fiberboard Core: 3/8 inch or 1/2 inch thick; with 0.001-inch- thick, aluminum foil, 0.015-inch- thick, aluminum sheet or 0.0129-inch- thick, galvanized-steel sheet backing.

5. Manufacturer's Standard Core: Minimum 1/4 inch thick, with manufacturer's standard moisture-barrier backing.

6. Laminating Adhesive: Manufacturer's standard, moisture-resistant thermoplastic type.

B. High-Pressure-Laminate Chalkboards: Balanced, high-pressure, factory-laminated chalkboard assembly of two-ply construction consisting of fiberboard core material and high-pressure-laminate writing surface.

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C. Melamine Chalkboards: Fabricated from 1/4-inch- thick, sealed and primed hardboard panels permanently bonded with melamine writing surface.

D. Painted-Finish Chalkboards: Fabricated from two plies of 1/4-inch- thick, treated, tempered hardboard panels permanently surfaced with manufacturer's standard, heat-cured organic coating formulated for chalk-receptive matte finish.

E. Natural-Slate Chalkboards: Select grade, resurfaced, natural slate; free from ribbons and other natural marks that impair their functional use and durability as a writing surface.

1. Writing surface shall be free of tooling marks, pits, chipping, scratches, and surface spalls in excess of those that can be easily corrected; and shall be free of surface-applied stain, dye, or other artificial coloring.

2. Thickness: Not less than 1/4 inch or more than 3/8 inch thick with maximum deviation of 1/16 inch when an average thickness of at least 1/4 inch is maintained.

3. Manufacturers: Comply with Requirements.

2.3 MARKERBOARD ASSEMBLIES

A. Porcelain-Enamel Markerboards: Balanced, high-pressure, factory-laminated markerboard assembly of three-ply construction consisting of backing sheet, core material, and 0.021-inch-thick or 0.013-inch- thick, porcelain-enamel face sheet with high or low gloss finish.

2. Hardboard Core: 1/4 inch thick; with 0.005-inch- thick, aluminum foil, 0.015-inch-thick, aluminum sheet or 0.013-inch- thick, galvanized-steel sheet backing.

3. Particleboard Core: 3/8 inch or 1/2 inch thick; with 0.005-inch- thick, aluminum foil, 0.015-inch- thick, aluminum sheet or 0.013-inch- thick, galvanized-steel sheet backing.

4. Fiberboard Core: 3/8 inch or 1/2 inch thick; with 0.001-inch- thick, aluminum foil, 0.015-inch- thick, aluminum sheet or 0.013-inch- thick, galvanized-steel sheet] backing.

5. Manufacturer's Standard Core: Minimum 1/4 inch thick, with manufacturer's standard moisture-barrier backing.

6. Laminating Adhesive: Manufacturer's standard, moisture-resistant thermoplastic type.

B. Melamine Markerboards: Fabricated from 1/4-inch- thick, sealed and primed hardboard panels permanently bonded with melamine or another high-pressure-laminate writing surface.

C. High-Pressure-Laminate Markerboard Assembly: Balanced, high-pressure, factory-laminated chalkboard assembly of three-ply construction consisting of backing sheet, fiberboard core material, and high-pressure-laminate writing surface.

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2.4 TACKBOARD ASSEMBLIES

A. Manufacturers: Comply with Requirements.

B. Natural-Cork Tackboard: 1/16-inch- thick, natural cork sheet factory laminated to 3/8-inch- or 7/16-inch- thick fiberboard backing.

C. Natural-Cork Tackboard: 1/8-inch- thick, natural cork sheet factory laminated to 3/8-inch-thick fiberboard backing.

D. Natural-Cork Tackboard: 1/4-inch- thick, natural cork sheet factory laminated to 1/4-inch-thick hardboard or particleboard backing.

E. Plastic-Impregnated-Cork Tackboard: 1/8-inch- thick, plastic-impregnated cork sheet factory laminated to 3/8-inch- thick fiberboard backing.

F. Plastic-Impregnated-Cork Tackboard: 1/4-inch- thick, plastic-impregnated cork sheet factory laminated to 1/4-inch- thick hardboard or particleboard backing.

G. Vinyl-Fabric-Faced Tackboard: Vinyl fabric factory laminated to 3/8-inch-, 7/16-inch- or 1/2-inch-] thick fiberboard backing.

H. Vinyl-Fabric-Faced Tackboard: 1/16-inch- thick, vinyl-fabric-faced cork sheet factory

I. Vinyl-Fabric-Faced Tackboard: 1/8-inch- thick, vinyl-fabric-faced cork sheet factory laminated to 3/8-inch- thick fiberboard backing.

J. Vinyl-Fabric-Faced Tackboard: 1/4-inch- thick, vinyl-fabric-faced cork sheet factory laminated to 1/4-inch- thick hardboard or particleboard backing.

K. Polyester-Fabric-Faced Tackboard: Polyester fabric factory laminated to 3/8-inch- or 1/2-inch-

L. Polyester-Fabric-Faced Tackboard: 1/16-inch- thick, polyester-fabric-faced cork sheet factory

M. Polyester-Fabric-Faced Tackboard: 1/8-inch- thick, polyester-fabric-faced cork sheet factory

N. Polyester-Fabric-Faced Tackboard: 1/4-inch- thick, polyester-fabric-faced cork sheet factory

2.5 VISUAL DISPLAY RAILS

B. General: Manufacturer's standard, aluminum-framed, tackable cork or fabric visual display surface fabricated into narrow rail shape and designed for displaying material.

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2.6 VISUAL DISPLAY WALL PANELS

B. Marker Wall Sheets: Fabricated from 0.021-inch uncoated thickness, porcelain-enamel face sheets; for direct application to wall surface.

C. Marker Wall Panels: Fabricated from markerboard assembly indicated.

D. Tack Wall Panels: With tackable surface.

1. Fabricated from tackboard assembly indicated.

2. Natural Cork: 1/8-inch- or 1/4-inch- thick, natural cork sheet for direct application to wall surface.

3. Plastic-Impregnated Cork: 1/8-inch- or 1/4-inch-] thick, plastic-impregnated cork sheet for direct application to wall surface.

4. Vinyl Fabric-Faced Cork: 1/4-inch- thick, vinyl-fabric-faced cork sheet for direct application to wall surface.

5. Polyester-Fabric-Faced Cork: 1/4-inch- thick, polyester-fabric-faced cork sheet for direct application to wall surface.

E. Joint Accessories: Manufacturer's standard, exposed trim or concealed aluminum or steel spline at butt joints.

F. Adhesive: Mildew-resistant, nonstaining adhesive, for use with specific tack wall panels and substrate application, as recommended in writing by visual display surface manufacturer.

1. Adhesive shall have a VOC content of 50 g/L or less when calculated according to 40 CFR 59, Subpart D (EPA Method 24).

2. Adhesive shall comply with the testing and product requirements of the California Department of Health Services' "Standard Practice for the Testing of Volatile Organic Emissions from Various Sources Using Small-Scale Environmental Chambers."

G. Primer/Sealer: Mildew-resistant primer/sealer complying with requirements in Section 099113

"Interior Painting" and recommended in writing by visual display surface manufacturer for intended substrate.

2.7 RAIL SUPPORT SYSTEM FOR VISUAL DISPLAY BOARDS

B. Support Rails: Horizontal, wall-mounted, extruded-aluminum rails designed to receive hanger clip and to support visual display boards; capable of gripping and suspending paper directly from rail].

1. Finish: Clear anodic, Color anodic, Baked enamel or Powder coat.

2. Color and Gloss: Light bronze, Medium bronze, Dark bronze, Black, As indicated by manufacturer's designations, Match Architect's sample or As selected by Architect from manufacturer's full range.

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C. Hanger Clips: Extruded aluminum with finish to match rails; designed to support independent visual display boards by engaging support rail and top trim of board.

D. Visual Display Panels: Fabricated from not less than 3/8-inch- thick, kraft-paper honeycomb core; designed to be rigid and to resist warpage, and with aluminum trim designed to engage hanger clips.

2.8 MODULAR SUPPORT SYSTEM FOR VISUAL DISPLAY BOARDS

B. Standards: 72-inch- long, extruded-aluminum slotted standards designed for supporting visual display boards on panel clips. Standards shall be punched at not less than 4 inches o.c.

1. Finish: Clear anodic, Color anodic, Baked enamel, Powder coat.

2. Color and Gloss: Light bronze, Medium bronze, Dark bronze, Black, As indicated by manufacturer's designations, Match Architect's sample or As selected by Architect.

C. Panel Clips: Extruded aluminum or steel with finish to match standards.

2.9 SLIDING VISUAL DISPLAY UNITS

A. Horizontal-Sliding Visual Display Units: Factory-fabricated units consisting of extruded-aluminum tubular frame, fixed-rear visual display panel, aluminum-framed horizontal-sliding panels, and extruded-aluminum fascia that conceals overhead sliding track; designed for recessed mounting. Provide panels that operate smoothly without vibration or chatter.

B. Manufacturers: Comply with Requirements.

1. Two-Track Units: Fabricate unit with fixed rear panel covering entire rear surface.

Provide two sliding panels, each equal to not less than one-half of overall length of unit.

2. Three-Track Units: Fabricate unit with fixed rear panel covering entire rear surface.

Provide three sliding panels, each equal to not less than one-third or one-half of overall length of unit.

3. Four-Track Units: Fabricate unit with fixed rear panel centered in and covering not less than one-half of rear surface, and fixed front panel on each side of unit equal to not less than one-quarter of overall length of unit. Provide four sliding panels, each equal to not less than one-quarter of overall length of unit.

a. Swinging Doors: Fabricated from same construction as sliding panels and supported on full-height continuous hinges. Provide visual display surface on both sides of each door.

4. Sliding Panels: Fabricated from not less than 3/8-inch- thick, kraft-paper honeycomb core; designed to be rigid and to resist warpage.

a. Fabricate sliding panels with 0.021-inch uncoated thickness, porcelain-enamel face sheets.

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5. Hardware: Manufacturer's standard, extruded-aluminum overhead track and channel-shaped bottom guides; with two nylon ball-bearing carriers and two nylon rollers for each sliding panel.

C. Vertical-Sliding Visual Display Units: Factory-fabricated units consisting of extruded-aluminum tubular frame, fixed-rear visual display panel, and aluminum-framed vertical-sliding panels; designed for recessed mounting. Provide panels that operate smoothly without vibration or chatter.

D. Manufacturers: Comply with Requirements.

1. Type: Tubular frame on four sides, or top and two sides, with sides extending to floor;

with kick panel to conceal sliding panels. Unit shall be designed to support panels independent of wall.

2. Two-Track Units: Fabricate unit with fixed rear panel covering entire rear surface.

Provide two sliding panels, each equal to not less than one-half of overall height of unit.

3. Three-Track Units: Fabricate unit with fixed rear panel covering entire rear surface.

Provide three sliding panels, each equal to not less than one-half of overall height of unit.

4. Four-Track Units: Fabricate unit with fixed rear panel centered in and covering not less than one-half of rear surface. Provide four sliding panels, each equal to not less than one-half of overall height of unit.

5. Sliding Panels: Fabricated from not less than 3/8-inch- thick, kraft-paper honeycomb core; designed to be rigid and to resist warpage.

a. Fabricate sliding panels with 0.021-inch uncoated thickness, porcelain-enamel face sheets.

6. Hardware: Manufacturer's standard, neoprene ball-bearing end rollers, four on each side of each sliding panel. Counterbalance each sliding panel with lead counterweights supported by steel aircraft cable over ball-bearing sheaves; with removable cover plate for access to counterweights. Provide rubber bumpers at top and bottom for each sliding panel.

7. Motorized Operation: Provide not less than one motor with gearhead reducers for each sliding panel, mounted above visual display unit and connected to sliding panels with steel aircraft cable. Provide removable cover plate for access to motor. Equip motors with limit switches to automatically stop motor at each end of travel.

a. Electric Motors: UL approved or recognized, totally enclosed, complying with

NEMA MG 1, with thermal-overload protection; 1/15 hp, single phase, 110 or 220 V, 60 Hz.

b. Control Station: Three-position, maintained or momentary-contact, switch-operated control station with open, close, and off functions; with NEMA ICS 6, Type 1 enclosure. Provide one control station(s) for each sliding panel unit.

c. Key Switch: Provide supplementary key switch for each control station. Furnish two keys for each control station, keyed alike.

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2.10 VISUAL DISPLAY CONFERENCE UNITS

B. Visual Display Conference Units: Factory-fabricated units consisting of hinged-door wood cabinet with perimeter face frame, sides, and back; not less than 3-inch interior depth and designed for surface wall mounting. Fabricate inside of cabinet and cabinet doors with fixed visual display surfaces.

1. Wood Cabinets: Fabricated from solid wood with integral, solid-wood markertray.

Fabricate hinged door panels with solid wood frame and wood-veneer exterior surface.

2. Plastic-Laminate Cabinets: Cabinet and hinged door panels fabricated from manufacturer's standard, high-pressure, plastic-laminate-finished panels; with integral markertray.

3. Hardware: Manufacturer's standard, full-height continuous hinges, wire door pulls, and door bumpers.

4. Projection Screens: Manufacturer's standard, pull-down, matte, white projection screen, not less than 8 inches smaller in each direction than overall cabinet size, and mounted above rear visual display surface.

5. Fluorescent Light: Manufacturer's standard, not less than 24 inches long, and mounted above rear visual display surface.

2.11 VISUAL DISPLAY WALL COVERINGS

B. Visual Display Wall Covering: Intended for use with dry-erase markers and as a projection surface and consisting of low, moderate or high-gloss, plastic film bonded to fabric backing; not less than 0.012-mil or 0.020-mil total thickness.

1. Surface Graphics: 2-inch- square grid.

2. Color: As indicated by manufacturer's designations, Match Architect's sample or As selected by Architect from manufacturer's full range.

C. Magnetic Visual Display Wall Covering: Intended for use with dry-erase markers and magnetic aids and consisting of moderate-gloss plastic film bonded to ferrous-powdered fabric backing;

not less than 0.025-mil total thickness.

1. Color: As indicated by manufacturer's designations, Match Architect's sample or As

D. Adhesive: Mildew-resistant, nonstaining, strippable adhesive, for use with specific wall covering and substrate application, as recommended in writing by wall covering manufacturer.

1. Adhesive shall have a VOC content of 50 g/L or less when calculated according to

40 CFR 59, Subpart D (EPA Method 24).

2. Adhesive shall comply with the testing and product requirements of the California

Department of Health Services' "Standard Practice for the Testing of Volatile Organic Emissions from Various Sources Using Small-Scale Environmental Chambers."

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E. Primer/Sealer: Mildew-resistant primer/sealer complying with requirements in Section 099113 "Interior Painting" and recommended in writing by wall covering manufacturer for intended substrate.

2.12 CHALKBOARD, MARKERBOARD AND TACKBOARD] ACCESSORIES

A. Aluminum Frames and Trim: Fabricated from not less than 0.062-inch- thick, extruded aluminum; standard size and shape, slim size and standard shape or of size and shape indicated on Drawings.

1. Field-Applied Trim: Manufacturer's standard, snap-on trim with no visible screws or exposed joints, slip-on trim or screw-on trim with Phillips flat-head screws.

2. Factory-Applied Trim: Manufacturer's standard.

B. Factory-Applied Wood Trim: Red oak, Walnut or Manufacturer's standard species not less than

1/2 inch thick; standard size and shape or of size and shape indicated on Drawings.

C. Field-Applied Wood Trim: Comply with requirements specified in Section 062013 "Exterior Finish Carpentry" or Section 062023 “Interior Finish Carpentry.

D. Chalktray: Manufacturer's standard, continuous.

1. Box Type: Extruded aluminum with slanted front, grooved tray, and cast-aluminum end closures.

2. Solid Type: Extruded aluminum with ribbed section and smoothly curved exposed ends.

E. Map Rail: Provide the following accessories:

1. Display Rail: Continuous and integral with map rail; fabricated from cork approximately

1 to 2 inches wide.

2. End Stops: Located at each end of map rail.

3. Map Hooks: Two map hooks for every 48 inches of map rail or fraction thereof.

4. Map Hooks and Clips: Two map hooks with flexible metal clips for every 48 inches of map rail or fraction thereof.

5. Flag Holder: One for each room.

6. Paper Holder: Extruded aluminum; designed to hold paper by clamping action.

2.13 FABRICATION

A. Porcelain-Enamel Visual Display Assemblies: Laminate porcelain-enamel face sheet and backing sheet to core material under heat and pressure with manufacturer's standard flexible, waterproof adhesive.

B. Natural-Slate Chalkboards: Surface slate panels to a natural plane. Grind and hone to smooth, uniform finish equivalent to that obtained by minimum 180 grit and maximum 220 grit.

1. Cut joints straight and true. Space joints symmetrically. Fit and match panels before shipment to provide continuous, uniform writing surface.

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2. Length: Furnish panels approximately equal in length with permissible variation not more than 3 inches in either direction of equal spacing. Allow 1/4-inch clearance at trim in length and width for fitting. Provide lengths of panels in each space as follows:

a. Up to 5 feet; one panel.

b. More than 5 feet but less than 9 feet; two panels.

c. More than 9 feet but less than 13.5 feet; three panels.

d. More than 13.5 feet but less than 18 feet; four panels.

e. More than 18 feet but less than 22.5 feet; five panels.

f. More than 22.5 feet but less than 27 feet; six panels.

C. Visual Display Boards: Factory of Field assemble visual display boards unless otherwise indicated.

1. Where factory-applied trim is indicated, trim shall be assembled and attached to visual display boards at manufacturer's factory before shipment.

D. Factory-Assembled Visual Display Units: Coordinate factory-assembled units with trim and accessories indicated. Join parts with a neat, precision fit.

1. Make joints only where total length exceeds maximum manufactured length. Fabricate with minimum number of joints, balanced around center of board, as acceptable to Architect or as indicated on approved Shop Drawings.

2. Provide manufacturer's standard vertical-joint spline or H-trim system between abutting sections of chalkboards or markerboards.

3. Provide manufacturer's standard mullion trim at joints between chalkboards, markerboards and tackboards of combination units.

4. Where size of visual display boards or other conditions require support in addition to normal trim, provide structural supports or modify trim as indicated or as selected by Architect from manufacturer's standard structural support accessories to suit conditions

E. Modular Visual Display Boards: Fabricated with integral panel clips attached to core material.

F. Aluminum Frames and Trim: Fabricate units straight and of single lengths, keeping joints to a minimum. Miter corners to a neat, hairline closure.

1. Where factory-applied trim is indicated, trim shall be assembled and attached to visual display units at manufacturer's factory before shipment.

2.14 GENERAL FINISH REQUIREMENTS

A. Comply with NAAMM's "Metal Finishes Manual for Architectural and Metal Products" for recommendations for applying and designating finishes.

B. Protect mechanical finishes on exposed surfaces from damage by applying a strippable, temporary protective covering before shipping.

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C. Appearance of Finished Work: Noticeable variations in same piece are not acceptable.

Variations in appearance of adjoining components are acceptable if they are within the range of approved Samples and are assembled or installed to minimize contrast.

2.15 ALUMINUM FINISHES

A. Clear Anodic Finish: AAMA 611, AA-M12C22A31, Class II, 0.010 mm or thicker.

B. Color Anodic Finish: AAMA 611, AA-M12C22A32/A34, Class II, 0.010 mm or thicker.

C. Baked-Enamel or Powder-Coat Finish: AAMA 2603 except with a minimum dry film thickness of 1.5 mils. Comply with coating manufacturer's written instructions for cleaning, conversion coating, and applying and baking finish.

2.16 VISUAL DISPLAY SURFACE SCHEDULE

A. Visual Display Board: Factory or Field assembled.

1. Chalkboard: Porcelain-enamel, High-pressure laminate, Melamine, Painted-finish or Natural-slate chalkboard assembly.

a. Color: Green, Blue, Brown, Black, As indicated by manufacturer's designations, Match Architect's sample or As selected by Architect from full range of industry colors.

2. Markerboard: Porcelain-enamel, Melamine or High-pressure-laminate markerboard assembly.

a. Color: White, Beige, Tan, As indicated by manufacturer's designations, Match Architect's sample or As selected by Architect from full range of industry colors.

3. Corners: Square or Rounded.

4. Width: As indicated on Drawings.

5. Height: As indicated on Drawings.

6. Mounting: Wall or Rail support system.

7. Mounting Height: As indicated on Drawings.

8. Factory of Field-Applied Aluminum Trim: Manufacturer's standard with clear anodic, color anodic, baked-enamelor powder-coat finish.

a. Color: Light bronze, Medium bronze, Dark bronze, Black, As indicated by manufacturer's designations, Match Architect's sample or As selected by Architect.

9. Factory or Field-Applied Wood Trim: with opaque or transparent finish.

10. Factory-Applied Vinyl Trim: Dark brown, Black, As indicated by manufacturer's designations, Match Architect's sample or As selected by Architect from full range of industry colors.

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11. Accessories:

a. Chalktray: Box or Solid type.

b. Map rail with display rail, end stops, map hooks, map hooks and clips and flag holder.

B. Tackboard: Factory of Field assembled.

1. Tack Surface: Natural-cork tackboard assembly.

2. Tack Surface: Plastic-impregnated-cork tackboard assembly.

3. Tack Surface: Vinyl-fabric-faced tackboard assembly.

4. Tack Surface: Polyester-fabric-faced tackboard assembly

a. Color: As indicated by manufacturer's designation, Match Architect's sample or

As selected by Architect from full range of industry colors.

5. Corners: Square or Rounded.

6. Width: As indicated on Drawings.

7. Height: As indicated on Drawings.

8. Mounting: Wall or Rail support system.

9. Mounting Height: As indicated on Drawings.

10. Edges: Concealed by trim or Wrapped with fabric.

a. Factory or Field-Applied Aluminum Trim: Manufacturer's standard style, with clear anodic, color anodic, baked-enamel or powder-coat finish.

1) Color: Light bronze, Medium bronze, Dark bronze, Black, As indicated by manufacturer's designations, Match Architect's sample or As selected by Architect from full range of industry colors and color densities.

b. Factory or Field-Applied Wood Trim: with opaque or transparent finish.

C. Visual Display Rail: Factory of Field assembled.

1. Tack Surface: Natural-cork tackboard assembly.

2. Tack Surface: Plastic-impregnated-cork tackboard assembly.

3. Tack Surface: Vinyl-fabric-faced tackboard assembly.

4. Tack Surface: Polyester-fabric-faced tackboard assembly.

a. Color: As indicated by manufacturer's designations, Match Architect's sample or

5. Size: 1 inch, 2 inches or 3 inches high by length indicated on Drawings.

6. Edges: Extruded-aluminum trim or Wrapped with fabric.

7. Ends: Aluminum or Not required.

8. Aluminum Finish: Clear anodic finish.

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D. Visual Display Wall Panels: Consisting of the following visual display surface:

1. Marker Wall Sheet: Porcelain-enamel face sheet with high-gloss cover coat.

2. Marker Wall Panel: Porcelain-enamel or High-pressure-laminate markerboard assembly.

Architect's sample or As selected by Architect from full range of industry colors].

3. Tack Wall Panel: Natural-cork tackboard assembly.

4. Tack Wall Panel: Plastic-impregnated-cork tackboard assembly.

5. Tack Wall Panel: Vinyl-fabric-faced tackboard assembly.

6. Tack Wall Panel: Polyester-fabric-faced tackboard assembly.

a. Panel-Joint Edges: Wrapped with fabric or Concealed by fabric-covered trim.

b. Top-of-Wall Edges: Wrapped with fabric or Concealed by fabric-covered trim.

c. Bottom-of-Wall Edges: Wrapped with fabric or Concealed by fabric-covered trim.

d. Corners: Wrapped with fabric or Concealed by fabric-covered trim.

e. Color: As indicated by manufacturer's designations, Match Architect's sample or

7. Width: Full width of wall or As indicated on Drawings.

8. Height: Full height of wall, Full height of wall above base or As indicated on Drawings.

E. Sliding Visual Display Unit:

1. Horizontal-Sliding Type: Two-track unit, Three-track unit, Four-track unit or Four-track unit with two swinging doors.

2. Vertical-Sliding Type: Two, Three or Four -track unit with tubular frame on four sides or top and two sides with kick panel.

a. Fixed Rear Panel: Porcelain-enamel, Painted-finish or High-pressure-laminate chalkboard assembly.

1) Color: Green, Blue, Brown, Black, As indicated by manufacturer's designations, Match Architect's sample or As selected by Architect from full range of industry colors.

b. Fixed Rear Panel: Porcelain-enamel or High-pressure-laminate markerboard

1) Color: White, Beige, Tan, As indicated by manufacturer's designations,.

Match Architect's sample or As selected by Architect from full range of

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c. Fixed Rear Panel: Natural-cork tackboard assembly.

d. Fixed Rear Panel: Plastic-impregnated-cork tackboard assembly.

e. Fixed Rear Panel: Vinyl-fabric-faced tackboard assembly.

f. Fixed Rear Panel: Polyester-fabric-faced tackboard assembly.

1) Color: As indicated by manufacturer's designations, Match Architect's sample or As selected by Architect from full range of industry colors.

g. Sliding Panels: Porcelain-enamel, Painted-finish or High-pressure-laminate chalkboard assembly.

1) Color: Green, Blue, Brown, Black, As indicated by manufacturer's designations, Match Architect's sample or As selected by Architect from full range of industry colors.

h. Sliding Panels: Porcelain-enamel or High-pressure-laminate markerboard

1) Color: White, Beige, Tan, As indicated by manufacturer's designations,.

Match Architect's sample or As selected by Architect from full range of

i. Sliding Panels: Natural-cork tackboard assembly.

j. Sliding Panels: Plastic-impregnated-cork tackboard assembly.

k. Sliding Panels: Vinyl-fabric-faced tackboard assembly.

l. Sliding Panels: Polyester-fabric-faced tackboard assembly.

1) Color: As indicated by manufacturer's designations, Match Architect's sample or As selected by Architect from full range of industry colors.

3. Overall Width: As indicated on Drawings.

4. Overall Height: As indicated on Drawings.

5. Mounting Height: As indicated on Drawings

6. Factory of Field-Applied Aluminum Trim: Manufacturer's standard.

a. Finish: Clear anodic.

7. Accessories:

a. Chalktray.

b. Map rail with display rail, end stops, map hooks, map hooks and clips and flag holder.

c. Locks.

d. Easel pad clamps.

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F. Visual Display Conference Unit:

1. Cabinet Material: Solid red oak, walnut or mahogany with natural lacquered, oiled or stained finish.

2. Cabinet Material: High-pressure plastic laminate.

a. Color: Match Architect's sample, As indicated by referencing manufacturer's designations or As selected by Architect from full range of industry colors.

3. Fixed Rear Panel: Porcelain-enamel or High-pressure-laminate markerboard assembly.

a. Color: White, Beige, Tan, Match Architect's sample, As indicated by referencing manufacturer's designations or As selected by Architect from full range of industry

4. Inside Surface of Doors: Natural-cork tackboard assembly.

5. Inside Surface of Doors: Plastic-impregnated-cork tackboard assembly.

6. Inside Surface of Doors: Vinyl-fabric-faced tackboard assembly

7. Inside Surface of Doors: Polyester-fabric-faced tackboard assembly.

a. Color: Match Architect's sample, As indicated by referencing manufacturer's designations or As selected by Architect from full range of industry colors.

8. Inside Surface of Doors: Porcelain-enamel or High-pressure-laminate markerboard assembly, color to match fixed rear panel.

9. Corners: Square or Rounded.

10. Width: 48 inches or As indicated on Drawings.

11. Height: 36 inches, 48 inches, 72 inches or As indicated on Drawings.

12. Mounting Height: As indicated on Drawings.

13. Accessories:

a. Flip-chart pad clamp.

b. Cylinder lock.

c. Pull-down projection screen.

d. Fluorescent light.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examine substrates and conditions, with Installer present, for compliance with requirements for installation tolerances, surface conditions of wall, and other conditions affecting performance of the Work.

B. Examine roughing-in for electrical power systems to verify actual locations of connections before installation of motor-operated, sliding visual display units.

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C. Examine walls and partitions for proper preparation and backing for visual display surfaces.

D. Examine walls and partitions for suitable framing depth where sliding visual display units will be installed.

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

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions for surface preparation.

B. Clean substrates of substances that could impair the performance of and affect the smooth, finished surfaces of visual display boards, including dirt, mold, and mildew.

C. Prepare surfaces to achieve a smooth, dry, clean surface free of flaking, unsound coatings, cracks, defects, projections, depressions, and substances that will impair bond between visual display surfaces and wall surfaces.

1. Prime wall surfaces indicated to receive direct-applied, visual display tack wall panels or visual display wall coverings and as recommended in writing by primer/sealer manufacturer and wall covering manufacturer.

2. Prepare surfaces to receive visual display wall coverings and test for moisture according to requirements specified in Section 097200 "Wall Coverings."

3. Prepare substrates indicated to receive visual display wall covering as required by manufacturer's written instructions to achieve a smooth, dry, clean, structurally sound surface that is uniform in color.

a. Moisture Content: Maximum of 4 percent when tested with an electronic moisture meter.

b. Plaster: Allow new plaster to cure. Neutralize areas of high alkalinity. Prime with primer as recommended in writing by primer/sealer manufacturer and wall covering manufacturer.

c. Metals: If not factory primed, clean and apply metal as recommended in writing by primer/sealer manufacturer and wall covering manufacturer.

d. Gypsum Board: Prime with primer as recommended in writing by primer/sealer manufacturer and wall covering manufacturer.

e. Painted Surfaces: Treat areas susceptible to pigment bleeding.

D. Prepare recesses for sliding visual display units as required by type and size of unit.

3.3 INSTALLATION, GENERAL

A. General: Install visual display surfaces in locations and at mounting heights indicated on Drawings, or if not indicated, at heights indicated below. Keep perimeter lines straight, level, and plumb. Provide grounds, clips, backing materials, adhesives, brackets, anchors, trim, and accessories necessary for complete installation.

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1. Mounting Height for Grades K through 3: 24 inches above finished floor to top of chalktray.

2. Mounting Height for Grades 4 through 6: 28 inches above finished floor to top of chalktray.

3. Mounting Height for Grades 7 and Higher: 36 inches above finished floor to top of chalktray.

3.4 INSTALLATION OF FIELD-FABRICATED VISUAL DISPLAY BOARDS AND

ASSEMBLIES

A. Field-Assembled Visual Display Units: Coordinate field-assembled units with grounds, trim, and accessories indicated. Join parts with a neat, precision fit.

1. Make joints only where total length exceeds maximum manufactured length. Fabricate with minimum number of joints, balanced around center of board, as acceptable to Architect or as indicated on approved Shop Drawings.

2. Provide manufacturer's standard vertical-joint spline or H-trim] system between abutting sections of chalkboards or markerboards.

3. Provide manufacturer's standard mullion trim at joints between chalkboards or markerboards and tackboards of combination units.

4. Where size of visual display boards or other conditions require support in addition to normal trim, provide structural supports or modify trim as indicated or as selected by Architect from manufacturer's standard structural support accessories to suit conditions

B. Natural-Slate Chalkboards: Align and level joints between adjoining panels and apply manufacturer's recommended joint-filler compound. Hone and finish joints to continuous even plane.

3.5 INSTALLATION OF FACTORY-FABRICATED VISUAL DISPLAY BOARDS AND

ASSEMBLIES

A. Visual Display Boards: Attach visual display boards to wall surfaces with egg-size adhesive gobs at 16 inches o.c., horizontally and vertically.

B. Visual Display Boards: Attach concealed clips, hangers, and grounds to wall surfaces and to visual display boards with fasteners at not more than 16 inches o.c. Secure both top and bottom of boards to walls.

1. Field-Applied Aluminum Trim: Attach trim over edges of visual display boards and conceal grounds and clips. Attach trim to boards with fasteners at not more than 24 inches o.c.

a. Attach chalktrays to boards with fasteners at not more than 12 inches o.c.

2. Field-Applied Wood Trim: Comply with requirements specified in Section 062013

"Exterior Finish Carpentry" or Section 062023 “Interior Finish Carpentry.

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3.6 INSTALLATION OF VISUAL DISPLAY RAILS

A. Display Rails: Install rails in locations and at mounting heights indicated on Drawings, or if not indicated, at height indicated below. Attach to wall surface with fasteners at not more than 16

1. Mounting Height: 48 inches or 60 inches above finished floor to top of rail.

3.7 INSTALLATION OF VISUAL DISPLAY WALL PANELS

A. Marker Wall Sheets: Attach wall sheets to wall surface with thin layer of adhesive over entire wall surface. Butt join adjacent panels and cover joint with matching joint strip installed with double-stick tape.

B. Marker Wall Panels: Attach panels to wall surface with egg-size adhesive gobs at 16 inches o.c., horizontally and vertically.

1. Join adjacent wall panels with concealed steel splines for smooth alignment.

2. Join adjacent wall panels with exposed, H-shaped aluminum trim painted to match wall panel.

C. Tack Wall Panels: Attach panels to wall surface with egg-size adhesive gobs at 16 inches o.c.

horizontally and vertically.

1. Install wrapped-edge wall panels with butt joints between adjacent wall panels.

2. Join adjacent wall panels with exposed, H-shaped aluminum trim covered with same fabric as wall panels.

3.8 INSTALLATION OF RAIL OR MODULAR SUPPORT SYSTEM

A. Rail Support System: Install horizontal support rail in locations and at mounting heights indicated on Drawings, or if not indicated, at height indicated below. Attach to wall surface with fasteners at 12 inches o.c.

1. Mounting Height: 72 inches above finished floor to top of rail.

2. Hang visual display units on rail support system.

B. Modular Support System: Install adjustable standards in locations and at mounting heights indicated on Drawings, or if not indicated, at height indicated below. Install standards at 48 inches o.c., vertically aligned and plumb, and attached to wall surface with fasteners at 12

1. Mounting Height: 12 inches above finished floor to bottom of standard.

2. Install single-slotted standard at each end of each run of standards and double-slotted standards at intermediate locations.

3. Provide locking screw at top corner of visual display board at each standard.

4. Hang visual display units on modular support system.

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3.9 INSTALLATION OF FACTORY-FABRICATED VISUAL DISPLAY UNITS

A. Sliding Visual Display Units: Install units in recessed locations and at mounting heights indicated. Attach to wall framing with fasteners at not more than 16 inches o.c.

1. Adjust panels to operate smoothly without warp or bind. Lubricate operating hardware as recommended by manufacturer.

B. Visual Display Conference Units: Install units in locations and at mounting heights indicated on Drawings, or if not indicated, at height indicated below. Attach to wall surface with fasteners through back of cabinet, concealed brackets screwed to wall or concealed wood cleats screwed to wall.

1. Mounting Height: 72 inches above finished floor to top of cabinet.

3.10 INSTALLATION OF VISUAL DISPLAY WALL COVERING

A. Install visual display wall covering according to requirements specified in Section 097200 "Wall Coverings."

B. General: Comply with visual display wall covering manufacturers' written installation instructions.

C. Install seams horizontal and level, with lowest seam 24 inches above finished floor. Railroad fabric (reverse roll direction) to ensure color matching.

D. Double cut seams, with no gaps or overlaps. Remove air bubbles, wrinkles, blisters, and other defects.

E. After installation, clean visual display wall covering according to manufacturer's written instructions. Remove excess adhesive at finished seams, perimeter edges, and adjacent surfaces.

3.11 CLEANING AND PROTECTION

A. Clean visual display surfaces according to manufacturer's written instructions. Attach one cleaning label to visual display surface in each room.

B. Touch up factory-applied finishes to restore damaged or soiled areas.

C. Cover and protect visual display surfaces after installation and cleaning.

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3.12 DEMONSTRATION

A. Engage a factory-authorized service representative to train or Train Owner's maintenance personnel to adjust, operate, and maintain motor-operated, sliding visual display units.

END OF SECTION 101100

DISPLAY CASES 101200 - 1

SECTION 101200 - DISPLAY CASES

1. Illuminated and Nonilluminated bulletin boards.

2. Illuminated and Nonilluminated display cases.

1. Section 057000 "Decorative Metal" for custom enclosures for bulletin boards and display cases.

2. Section 062013 "Exterior Finish Carpentry" or Section 062023 "Interior Finish

Carpentry" for custom cabinets for bulletin boards and display cases.

3. Section 097723 "Fabric-Wrapped Panels" for tackable, fabric-covered wall panels.

4. Section 101100 "Visual Display Surfaces" for…