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This document provides specifications for structural steel construction. It details requirements for materials, fabrication, installation, and quality control. Steel components must meet standards for composition, strength properties, coatings, and accessories. Fabrication drawings must be prepared and sealed by a licensed engineer. Erection plans must indicate sequencing, bracing, and welding procedures. Welding personnel require certification. Inspection includes visual examination and nondestructive testing of welds. Bolted connections demand qualified fasteners fully tensioned to specifications. The primer and galvanizing coatings are defined. Field repairs and quality assurance testing are also specified.
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Annex Addition to B3010
SECTION 05 12 00.00 40
STRUCTURAL STEEL
04/06
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 REFERENCES
The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF STATE HIGHWAY AND TRANSPORTATION OFFICIALS
(AASHTO)
AASHTO HB-17 (2002; Errata 2003) Standard Specification for Highway Bridges
AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF STEEL CONSTRUCTION (AISC)
AISC 303 (2005) Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges
AISC 325 (2005e13) Manual of Steel Construction
AISC 326 (2002e3) Detailing for Steel Construction
AISC 341 (2005) Seismic Provisions for Structural Steel Buildings
AISC 348 (2000) Structural Joints Using ASTM A325 or A490 Bolts
AISC 360 (2005) Specification for Structural Steel Buildings, with Commentary
AISC 810 (1997) Erection Bracing of Low-Rise Structural Steel Frames
AISC FCD (1995a) Quality Certification Program Description
AISC S340 (1992) Metric Properties of Structural Shapes with Dimensions According to ASTM A6M
AMERICAN IRON AND STEEL INSTITUTE (AISI)
AISC/AISI 121 (2004) Standard Definitions for Use in the Design of Steel Structures
AMERICAN RAILWAY ENGINEERING AND MAINTENANCE-OF-WAY ASSOCIATION
(AREMA)
AREMA Manual (2005) Manual for Railway Engineering
AMERICAN WELDING SOCIETY (AWS)
AWS A2.4 (1998; R 2001) Standard Symbols for Welding, Brazing and Nondestructive Examination
AWS D1.1/D1.1M (2004) Structural Welding Code-Steel
ASME INTERNATIONAL (ASME)
ASME B46.1 (2002) Surface Texture (Surface Roughness, Waviness, and Lay)
ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)
ASTM A 108 (2003) Standard Specification for Steel Bar, Carbon and Alloy, Cold-Finished
ASTM A 123/A 123M (2002) Standard Specification for Zinc (Hot-Dip Galvanized) Coatings on Iron and Steel Products
ASTM A 143 (2003) Safeguarding Against Embrittlement of Hot-Dip Galvanized Structural Steel Products and Procedure for Detecting Embrittlement
ASTM A 153/A 153M (2005) Standard Specification for Zinc Coating (Hot-Dip) on Iron and Steel Hardware
ASTM A 242/A 242M (2004) Standard Specification for High-Strength Low-Alloy Structural Steel
ASTM A 276 (2005) Standard Specification for Stainless Steel Bars and Shapes
ASTM A 307 (2004) Standard Specification for Carbon Steel Bolts and Studs, 60 000 PSI Tensile Strength
ASTM A 325 (2004b) Standard Specification for Structural Bolts, Steel, Heat Treated, 120/105 ksi Minimum Tensile Strength
ASTM A 36/A 36M (2005) Standard Specification for Carbon Structural Steel
ASTM A 490 (2004) Standard Specification for Structural Bolts, Alloy Steel, Heat Treated, 150 psi Minimum Tensile Strength
ASTM A 500 (2003a) Standard Specification for Cold-Formed Welded and Seamless Carbon Steel Structural Tubing in Rounds and
Shapes
ASTM A 501 (2001) Standard Specification for Hot-Formed Welded and Seamless Carbon Steel Structural Tubing
ASTM A 514/A 514M (2000; Rev A) Standard Specification for High-Yield-Strength, Quenched and Tempered Alloy Steel Plate, Suitable for Welding
ASTM A 529/A 529M (2005) Standard Specification for High-Strength Carbon-Manganese Steel of Structural Quality
ASTM A 53 (2004) Standard Specification for Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot-Dipped, Zinc-Coated, Welded and Seamless
ASTM A 563 (2004) Standard Specification for Carbon and Alloy Steel Nuts
ASTM A 563M (2004) Standard Specification for Carbon and Alloy Steel Nuts [Metric]
ASTM A 572/A 572M (2004) Standard Specification for High-Strength Low-Alloy Columbium-Vanadium Structural Steel
ASTM A 588/A 588M (2005) Standard Specification for High-Strength Low-Alloy Structural Steel with 50 ksi [345 MPa] Minimum Yield Point to 4-in. Thick
ASTM A 6/A 6M (2005) Standard Specification for General Requirements for Rolled Structural Steel Bars, Plates, Shapes, and Sheet Piling
ASTM A 618/A 618M (2004) Standard Specification for Hot-Formed Welded and Seamless High-Strength Low-Alloy Structural Tubing
ASTM A 668/A 668M (2004) Standard Specification for Steel Forgings, Carbon and Alloy, for General Industrial Use
ASTM A 709/A 709M (2003) Standard Specification for Carbon and High-Strength Low-Alloy Structural Steel Shapes, Plates, and Bars and Quenched-and-Tempered Alloy Structural Steel Plates for Bridges
ASTM A 780 (2001) Standard Practice for Repair of Damaged and Uncoated Areas of Hot-Dip Galvanized Coatings
ASTM A 852/A 852M (2003) Standard Specification for Quenched and Tempered Low-Alloy Structural Steel
Plate with 70 ksi (485 MPa) Minimum Yield Strength to 4 in. Thick
ASTM A 992/A 992M (2003) Standard Specification for Structural Steel Shapes
ASTM B 695 (2004) Standard Specification for Coatings of Zinc Mechanically Deposited on Iron and Steel
ASTM C 1107 (2005) Standard Specification for Packaged Dry, Hydraulic-Cement Grout (Nonshrink)
ASTM C 827 (2001; Rev A) Change in Height at Early Ages of Cylindrical Specimens from Cementitious Mixtures
ASTM F 436 (2004) Standard Specification for Hardened Steel Washers
ASTM F 436M (2004) Standard Specification for Hardened Steel Washers (Metric)
ASTM F 844 (2000) Washers, Steel, Plain (Flat), Unhardened for General Use
ASTM F 959 (2002) Compressible-Washer-Type Direct Tension Indicators for Use with Structural Fasteners
CRANE MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA (CMAA)
CMAA 70 (2004) Specification for Top Running Bridge and Gantry Type Multiple Girder Electric Overhead Traveling Cranes
THE SOCIETY FOR PROTECTIVE COATINGS (SSPC)
SSPC PA 1 (2005) Shop, Field, and Maintenance Painting of Steel
SSPC PS 13.01 (1982; R 2000) Epoxy-Polyamide Painting System
SSPC Paint 25 (1997; 2004e1) Zinc Oxide, Alkyd, Linseed Oil Primer for Use Over Hand Cleaned Steel Type I and Type II
SSPC SP 3 (2004e1) Power Tool Cleaning
SSPC SP 6 (2000) Commercial Blast Cleaning
1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
Provide the structural steel system, including shop primer and galvanizing, complete and ready for use. Structural steel systems including design, materials, installation, workmanship, fabrication, assembly, erection, inspection, quality control, and testing shall be provided in accordance with AISC 325 except as modified in this contract.
1.3 MODIFICATIONS TO REFERENCES
Conform to AISC/AISI 121, AISC 303, and AISC 348, except as modified in this section.
Conform to AISC 325, AISC 360, AISC 303, and AISC 348, except as modified in this section.
1.4 SUBMITTALS
Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation;
submittals not having a "G" designation are for information only. When used, a designation following the "G" designation identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:
SD-02 Shop Drawings
Erection Plan, including description of temporary supports; G
Fabrication drawings including description of connections; G,DO, SD-03 Product Data
Shop primer
Welding electrodes and rods
Load indicator washers
Non-Shrink Grout
Include test report for Class B primer.
SD-06 Test Reports
Class B coating
Bolts, nuts, and washers
Supply the certified manufacturer's mill reports which clearly show the applicable ASTM mechanical and chemical requirements together with the actual test results for the supplied fasteners.
SD-07 Certificates
Steel
Bolts, nuts, and washers
Galvanizing
AISC Quality Certification
Overhead, top running crane rail beam
Welding procedures and qualifications
1.5 AISC QUALITY CERTIFICATION
Work shall be fabricated in an AISC certified Category Sbd fabrication plant.
1.6 OMITTED
1.7 QUALITY ASSURANCE
1.7.1 Drawing Requirements
Submit fabrication drawings for approval prior to fabrication. Prepare in accordance with AISC 326, AISC/AISI 121. Fabrication drawings shall not be reproductions of contract drawings. Sign and seal fabrication drawings by a professional engineer registered in the State where the project is located. Include complete information for the fabrication and erection of the structure's components, including the location, type, and size of bolts, welds, member sizes and lengths, connection details, blocks, copes, and cuts. Use AWS A2.4 standard welding symbols. Shoring and temporary bracing shall be designed and sealed by a registered professional engineer and submitted for record purposes as part of the drawings. Member substitutions of details shown on the contract drawings shall be clearly highlighted on the fabrication drawings. Explain the reasons for any deviations from the contract drawings.
1.7.2 Certifications
1.7.2.1 OMITTED
1.7.2.2 Erection Plan
Submit for record purposes. Indicate the sequence of erection, temporary shoring and bracing, and a detailed sequence of welding, including each welding procedure required.
1.7.2.3 Welding Procedures and Qualifications
Prior to welding, submit certification for each welder stating the type of welding and positions qualified for, the code and procedure qualified under, date qualified, and the firm and individual certifying the qualification tests. If the qualification date of the welding operator is more than one-year old, the welding operator's qualification certificate shall be accompanied by a current certificate by the welder attesting to the fact that he has been engaged in welding since the date of certification, with no break in welding service greater than 6 months.
Conform to all requirements specified in AWS D1.1/D1.1M.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 STEEL
2.1.1 Structural Steel
ASTM A 36/A 36M.
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2.1.2.1 OMITTED
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2.1.2.3 OMITTED
2.1.3 OMITTED
2.1.4 OMITTED
2.1.5 Structural Shapes for Use in Building Framing
Wide flange shapes, ASTM A 992/A 992M.
2.1.6 Structural Steel Tubing
ASTM A 500, Grade B.
2.1.7 Steel Pipe
ASTM A 53, Type E or S, Grade B, weight class STD (Standard), unless noted otherwise.
2.2 BOLTS, NUTS, AND WASHERS
Provide the following unless indicated otherwise.
2.2.1 Structural Steel
2.2.1.1 Bolts
ASTM A 307, Grade A; ASTM A 325M ASTM A 325, Type 1, ASTM A 490M ASTM A 490, Type 1. The bolt heads and the nuts of the supplied fasteners must be marked with the manufacturer's identification mark, the strength grade and type specified by ASTM specifications.
2.2.1.2 Nuts
ASTM A 563M, Grade A, heavy hex style, except nuts under M36 may be provided in hex style. ASTM A 563, Grade and Style for applicable ASTM bolt standard recommended.
2.2.1.3 Washers
ASTM F 844 washers for ASTM A 307 bolts, and ASTM F 436M ASTM F 436 washers for ASTM A 325M ASTM A 325 and ASTM A 490M ASTM A 490 bolts.
2.2.2 OMITTED
2.2.2.1 OMITTED
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2.2.2.3 OMITTED
2.2.3 0MITTED
2.2.3.1 OMITTED
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2.2.4 Foundation Anchorage
2.2.4.1 Anchor Bolts
ASTM F 1554 GR36
2.2.4.2 Anchor Nuts
ASTM A 563 ASTM A 563, Grade A, hex style.
2.2.4.3 Anchor Washers
ASTM A36 Plate.
2.2.5 Load Indicator Washers
Provide ASTM B 695, Class 50, Type 1 galvanizing.
2.2.6 Load Indicator Bolts
ASTM A 325M ASTM A 325, Type 1; ASTM A 490M ASTM A 490, Type 1, with a manufactured notch between the bolt tip and threads. The bolt shall be designed to react to the opposing rotational torques applied by the installation wrench, with the bolt tip automatically shearing off when the proper tension is obtained.
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2.3 STRUCTURAL STEEL ACCESSORIES
2.3.1 Welding Electrodes and Rods
AWS D1.1/D1.1M.
2.3.2 Non-Shrink Grout
ASTM C 1107, with no ASTM C 827 shrinkage. Grout shall be nonmetallic.
2.3.3 Welded Shear Stud Connectors
AWS D1.1/D1.1M.
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2.4 SHOP PRIMER
SSPC Paint 25, (alkyd primer) or SSPC PS 13.01 epoxy-polyamide, green primer (Form 150) type 1, except provide a Class B coating in accordance with AISC/AISI 121 for slip critical joints. Primer shall conform to Federal, State, and local VOC regulations. If flash rusting occurs, re-clean the surface prior to application of primer.
2.5 GALVANIZING
ASTM A 123/A 123M or ASTM A 153/A 153M, as applicable, unless specified otherwise galvanize after fabrication where practicable.
2.6 OMITTED
2.7 FABRICATION
2.7.1 Markings
Prior to erection, members shall be identified by a painted erection mark.
Connecting parts assembled in the shop for reaming holes in field connections shall be match marked with scratch and notch marks. Do not locate erection markings on areas to be welded. Do not locate match markings in areas that will decrease member strength or cause stress concentrations. Affix embossed tags to hot-dipped galvanized members.
2.7.2 Shop Primer
Shop prime structural steel, except as modified herein, in accordance with SSPC PA 1. Do not prime steel surfaces embedded in concrete, galvanized surfaces, surfaces to receive sprayed-on fireproofing, surfaces designed as part of a composite steel concrete section, or surfaces within 13 mm 0.5 inch of the toe of the welds prior to welding. Slip critical surfaces shall be primed with a Class B coating. Prior to assembly, prime surfaces which will be concealed or inaccessible after assembly. Do not apply primer in foggy or rainy weather; when the ambient temperature is below 7 degrees C or over 35 degrees C 45 degrees F or over 95 degrees F; or when the primer may be exposed to temperatures below 4 degrees C 40 degrees F within 48 hours after application, unless approved otherwise by the Contracting Officer.
2.7.2.1 Cleaning
SSPC SP 6, except steel exposed in spaces above ceilings, attic spaces, furred spaces, and chases that will be hidden to view in finished construction may be cleaned to SSPC SP 3 when recommended by the shop primer manufacturer. Maintain steel surfaces free from rust, dirt, oil, grease, and other contaminants through final assembly.
2.7.2.2 Primer
Apply primer to a minimum dry film thickness of 0.05 mm 2.0 mil except provide the Class B coating for slip critical joints in accordance with the coating manufacturer's recommendations. Repair damaged primed surfaces with an additional coat of primer.
2.7.3 Fireproofing Coated Surfaces
Surfaces to receive sprayed-on fireproofing coatings shall be cleaned and prepared in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations, and as specified in Section 07 81 00 SPRAY-APPLIED FIREPROOFING.
2.7.4 Surface Finishes
ASME B46.1 maximum surface roughness of 125 for pin, pinholes, and sliding bearings, unless indicated otherwise.
2.8 DRAINAGE HOLES
Adequate drainage holes shall be drilled to eliminate water traps. Hole diameter shall be 13 mm 1/2 inch and location shall be indicated on the detail drawings. Hole size and location shall not affect the structural integrity.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 FABRICATION
Fabrication shall be in accordance with the applicable provisions of AISC/AISI 121. Fabrication and assembly shall be done in the shop to the greatest extent possible. The fabricating plant shall be certified under the AISC FCD for Category SBD structural steelwork.
Compression joints depending on contact bearing shall have a surface roughness not in excess of 13 micrometer 500 micro inch as determined by ASME B46.1, and ends shall be square within the tolerances for milled ends specified in ASTM A 6/A 6M.
Structural steelwork, except surfaces of steel to be encased in concrete, surfaces to be field welded, surfaces to be fireproofed, and contact surfaces of friction-type high-strength bolted connections shall be prepared for painting in accordance with endorsement "P" of AISC FCD SSPC SC 6 and primed with the specified paint.
Shop splices of members between field splices will be permitted only where indicated on the Contract Drawings. Splices not indicated require the approval of the Contracting Officer.
3.2 INSTALLATION
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3.3 ERECTION
a. Erection of structural steel, except as indicated in item b.
below, shall be in accordance with the applicable provisions of AISC 303 and AISC 325. Erection plan shall be reviewed, stamped and sealed by a licensed structural engineer.
b. For low-rise structural steel buildings (18 m 60 feet tall or less and a maximum of 2 stories), the erection plan shall conform to AISC 303 and the structure shall be erected in accordance with
AISC 810.
Provide for drainage in structural steel. After final positioning of steel members, provide full bearing under base plates and bearing plates using nonshrink grout. Place nonshrink grout in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
3.3.1 STORAGE
Material shall be stored out of contact with the ground in such manner and location as will minimize deterioration.
3.4 CONNECTIONS
Except as modified in this section, connections not detailed shall be designed in accordance with AISC 360. Build connections into existing work. Do not tighten anchor bolts set in concrete with impact torque wrenches. Punch, subpunch and ream, or drill bolt holes perpendicular to the surface of the member. Holes shall not be cut or enlarged by burning.
Bolts, nuts, and washers shall be clean of dirt and rust, and lubricated immediately prior to installation.
3.4.1 Common Grade Bolts
ASTM A 307 bolts shall be tightened to a "snug tight" fit. "Snug tight" is the tightness that exists when plies in a joint are in firm contact. If firm contact of joint plies cannot be obtained with a few impacts of an impact wrench, or the full effort of a man using a spud wrench, contact the Contracting Officer for further instructions.
3.4.2 High-Strength Bolts
ASTM A 325M ASTM A 325 and ASTM A 490M ASTM A 490 bolts shall be fully tensioned to 70 percent of their minimum tensile strength. Provide load indicator bolts or washers in all ASTM A 325M ASTM A 325M or ASTM A 490M ASTM A 490 bolted connections, except provide only load indicator washers for slip critical connections. Direct tension indicator tightening, shall be the only acceptable tightening methods. Use only direct tension indicator tightening for slip critical connections. Bolts shall be installed in connection holes and initially brought to a snug tight fit.
After the initial tightening procedure, bolts shall then be fully tensioned, progressing from the most rigid part of a connection to the free edges.
3.4.2.1 Installation of Load Indicator Washers (LIW)
ASTM F 959M ASTM F 959. Where possible, the LIW shall be installed under the bolt head and the nut shall be tightened. If the LIW is installed adjacent to the turned element, provide a flat ASTM F 436M ASTM F 436 washer between the LIW and nut when the nut is turned for tightening, and between the LIW and bolt head when the bolt head is turned for tightening.
In addition to the LIW, provide flat ASTM F 436M ASTM F 436 washers under both the bolt head and nut when ASTM A 490M ASTM A 490 bolts are used.
3.5 GAS CUTTING
Use of gas-cutting torch in the field for correcting fabrication errors will not be permitted on any major member in the structural framing. Use of a gas cutting torch will be permitted on minor members not under stress only after approval has been obtained from the Contracting Officers.
3.6 WELDING
AWS D1.1/D1.1M. Provide AWS D1.1/D1.1M qualified welders, welding operators, and tackers.
The Contractor shall develop and submit the Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) for all welding, including welding done using prequalified procedures. Prequalified procedures may be submitted for information only; however, procedures that are not prequalified shall be submitted for approval.
3.6.1 Removal of Temporary Welds, Run-Off Plates, and Backing Strips
Remove run-off plates and backing strips.
3.7 SHOP PRIMER REPAIR
Repair shop primer in accordance with the paint manufacturer's recommendation for surfaces damaged by handling, transporting, cutting, welding, or bolting.
3.7.1 Field Priming
Field priming of steel exposed to the weather, or located in building areas without HVAC for control of relative humidity. After erection, the field bolt heads and nuts, field welds, and any abrasions in the shop coat shall be cleaned and primed with paint of the same quality as that used for the shop coat.
3.8 GALVANIZING REPAIR
Provide as indicated or specified. Galvanize after fabrication where practicable. Repair damage to galvanized coatings using ASTM A 780 zinc rich paint for galvanizing damaged by handling, transporting, cutting, welding, or bolting. Do not heat surfaces to which repair paint has been applied.
3.9 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
Perform field tests, and provide labor, equipment, and incidentals required for testing, except that electric power for field tests will be furnished as set forth in Division 1. The Contracting Officer shall be notified in writing of defective welds, bolts, nuts, and washers within 7 working days of the date of weld inspection.
3.9.1 Welds
3.9.1.1 Visual Inspection
AWS D1.1/D1.1M. Furnish the services of AWS-certified welding inspectors for fabrication and erection inspection and testing and verification inspections. Welding inspectors shall visually inspect and mark welds, including fillet weld end returns.
3.9.1.2 Nondestructive Testing
AWS D1.1/D1.1M. Test locations shall be selected by the Contracting
Officer. If more than 20 percent of welds made by a welder contain defects identified by testing, then all welds made by that welder shall be tested by radiographic or ultrasonic testing, as approved by the Contracting Officer. When all welds made by an individual welder are required to be tested, magnetic particle testing shall be used only in areas inaccessible to either radiographic or ultrasonic testing. Retest defective areas after repair.
a. Testing frequency: Provide the following types and number of tests:
Test Type Number of Tests
Ultrasonic 4
Magnetic Particle 4
3.9.2 Load Indicator Washers
3.9.2.1 Load Indicator Washer Compression
Load indicator washers shall be tested in place to verify that they have been compressed sufficiently to provide the 0.38 mm 0.015 inch gap when the load indicator washer is placed under the bolt head and the nut is tightened, and to provide the 0.13 mm 0.005 inch gap when the load indicator washer is placed under the turned element, as required by
ASTM F 959M ASTM F 959.
3.9.2.2 Load Indicator Gaps
In addition to the above testing, an independent testing agency as approved by the Contracting Officer, shall test in place the load indicator gapson 20 percent of the installed load indicator washers to verify that the ASTM F 959M ASTM F 959 load indicator gaps have been achieved. If more than 10 percent of the load indicators tested have not been compressed sufficiently to provide the average gaps required by ASTM F 959M ASTM F 959, then all in place load indicator washers shall be tested to verify that the ASTM F 959M ASTM F 959 load indicator gaps have been achieved. Test locations shall be selected by the Contracting Officer.
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3.9.4 High-Strength Bolts
3.9.4.1 Testing Bolt, Nut, and Washer Assemblies
Test a minimum of 3 bolt, nut, and washer assemblies from each mill certificate batch in a tension measuring device at the job site prior to the beginning of bolting start-up. Demonstrate that the bolts and nuts, when used together, can develop tension not less than the provisions specified in AISC 348, Table 4, depending on bolt size and grade. The bolt tension shall be developed by tightening the nut. A representative of the manufacturer or supplier shall be present to ensure that the fasteners are properly used, and to demonstrate that the fastener assemblies supplied satisfy the specified requirements.
3.9.4.2 Inspection
Inspection procedures shall be in accordance with AISC 348, Section 9.
Confirm and report to the Contracting Officer that the materials meet the project specification and that they are properly stored. Confirm that the faying surfaces have been properly prepared before the connections are assembled. Observe the specified job site testing and calibration, and confirm that the procedure to be used provides the required tension.
Monitor the work to ensure the testing procedures are routinely followed on joints that are specified to be fully tensioned.
The Contractor shall inspect proper preparation, size, gaging location, and acceptability of welds; identification marking; operation and current characteristics of welding sets in use; and calibration of torque wrenches for high-strength bolts.
The Contractor shall inspect high-strength bolted connections in accordance with AISC/AISI 121.
3.9.4.3 Testing
The Government has the option to perform nondestructive tests on 5 percent of the installed bolts to verify compliance with pre-load bolt tension requirements. The nondestructive testing will be done in-place using an ultrasonic measuring device or any other device capable of determining in-place pre-load bolt tension. The test locations shall be selected by the Contracting Officer. If more than 10 percent of the bolts tested contain defects identified by testing, then all bolts used from the batch from which the tested bolts were taken, shall be tested. Retest new bolts after installation.
3.9.5 Testing for Embrittlement
ASTM A 143 for steel products hot-dip galvanized after fabrication.
3.10 OMITTED
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