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SECTION 08710

PART 1

GENERAL

1.1 Scope

A. Section Includes: Furnish and install Door Hardware as shown on Drawings and as specified herein, unless specifically excluded and specified in other Sections.

1.2 Related Sections

08111 Hollow Metal Doors and Frames

08211 Wood Doors

1.3 Definitions

A.

Door Hardware includes items known commercially as builders hardware which are required for swing, sliding and folding doors, gates and miscellaneous items as indicated, except special types of unique and non-matching hardware specified in the same Section as the door and door frame.

1.4 System Description

A.

General Requirements: While the Hardware Schedule is intended to cover doors and other movable parts of the building and establish a type and standard of quality, examine drawings and specifications and furnish proper hardware for openings whether listed or not. Hardware must meet applicable handicapped access standards, ordinances and codes. Omissions or corrections in hardware groups shall be brought to the attention of the Contracting Officer prior to bid opening. No extras will be allowed for omissions, changes or corrections necessary to facilitate proper installation.

B. If an item is not specified but will be required in a similar situation, furnish equal hardware to that specified for similar locations if practicable. If no similar location is specified, then use hardware in keeping with that specified.

C. The Work of this Section shall be the total responsibility of one firm herein identified as the Supplier/Installer. If the Supplier and

Installer are not one firm then the Supplier shall be the responsible party and shall cover the complete coordination of related work in other Sections.

1.5 Submittals

D. General: Submit the Hardware Schedule, Catalog cuts to the Contracting Officer for review. Reference Section 01010.

E. Materials List: As soon as practical after award of contract, submit a complete listing of materials to be furnished. Submit in quantities as directed by the Contracting Officer, showing each item proposed for installation use and quantities to be furnished.

F. Product Data: Submit manufacturer's technical information for each item of hardware. Include whatever information may be necessary to show compliance with requirements, and include instructions for installation and maintenance of operating parts and finish.

G. Hardware Schedule: Submit final hardware schedule in manner indicated below. Hardware schedules are intended for coordination of work. Hardware schedule shall include a summary of individual items of hardware and related material used on the project, complete with the name of the manufacturer of each item. The Hardware Schedule shall be prepared in vertical format.

1. Final Hardware Schedule Content: Based on builders hardware indicated, organize hardware schedule into "hardware sets" indicating complete designations of every item required for each door or opening. Include the following information:

a. Catalog number, type, style, function, size and finish of each hardware item.

b.

Name and manufacturer of each item.

c.

Fastenings and other pertinent information.

d.

Location of hardware set cross-referenced to indications on Drawings both on floor plans and in door and frame schedule.

e.

Explanation of abbreviations, symbols, codes, etc. contained in schedule.

f.

Mounting locations for hardware.

g.

Door and frame sizes and materials.

h.

Keying information.

i. Any other pertinent data.

2. Submittal Sequence: Submit schedule at earliest possible date particularly where acceptance of hardware schedule must precede fabrication of other work (e.g., hollow metal frames) which is critical in the project construction schedule. Include with schedule the product data, samples, shop drawings of other work affected by builders hardware, and other information essential to the coordinated review of hardware schedule.

H. Samples: When requested by the Contracting Officer, prior to submittal of the final hardware schedule and prior to final ordering of hardware, submit one sample of each type of exposed hardware unit, finished as required, and tagged with full description for coordination with schedule. Samples will be returned to the supplier/installer. Units which are acceptable and remain undamaged through submittal, review and field comparison procedures may, after final check of operation, be used in the work, within limitations of keying coordination requirements.

I. Templates: Supply templates to door and frame manufacturers, as required, to enable proper and accurate sizing and locations of cut-outs for hardware and door reinforcement. Delivery of templates shall be timely to prevent delays in construction.

1. Shipment of hardware prepaid to manufacturers requesting that hardware be incorporated in their work.

2. Where cylindrical locks are used in hollow metal doors, furnish lock information to the door manufacturer for reinforcing in the door at the time of manufacture.

1.6 Quality Assurance

A.

Qualifications

1.

Manufacturer: Obtain each kind of hardware (latch and lock sets, hinges, closers, etc.) from only one manufacturer, although several may be indicated as offering products complying with requirements. Manufacturer shall have five years experience in manufacture of comparable hardware.

2.

The hardware consultant shall be, on a full-time basis, a regular member of the Door and Hardware Institute (DHI) and a registered Architectural Hardware Consultant (AHC) to properly detail work, order and supervise installation.

3. The supplier/installer shall be a recognized architectural finish hardware supplier/installer who has been furnishing hardware within a 300 mile radius of the project for a period of not less than five years, and who is, or employs an experienced hardware consultant who shall be available to the Contracting Officer, and Contractor at reasonable times during the course of the work for consultation about the project's hardware requirements. The supplier/installer shall also be a factory authorized distributor for the items specified.

B.

Regulatory Requirements:

1.

Fire-Rated Openings: Provide hardware for fire-rated openings in compliance with NFPA Standard No. 80 and national or local building code requirements. Provide only hardware which has been tested and listed by UL or FM for types and sizes of doors required and complies with requirements of door and door frame labels.

2.

Where emergency exit devices are required on fire-rated doors, (with supplementary marking on doors UL or FM labels indicating "Fire Door to be Equipped with Fire Exit Hardware") provide UL or FM label on exit devices indicating "Fire Exit Hardware".

3.

Comply with other applicable fire, handicapped and building codes, guidelines and regulations. Hardware supplied and installed shall meet the requirements of Arizona Revised Statutes, Title 34 Handicapped Requirements.

C.

Certifications: At the completion of installation, certify that material is properly installed, according to manufacturer's printed instructions. Submit certification in duplicate to the Contracting Officer after installation of hardware.

1.7 Delivery, Storage and Handling

A.

Packaging of hardware is the responsibility of the supplier/installer. As material is received by the hardware supplier/installer from the various manufacturers, sort hardware as necessary. Deliver hardware in original and individual containers, complete with necessary fastenings, keys, instructions and templates for spotting mortising tools. Items particular to a specific door shall be clearly marked by door number and heading number on the package.

B.

The hardware supplier/installer shall inventory hardware and verify that the count is correct. Each carton of hardware shall be marked with item numbers, corresponding to the item numbers on the Finish Hardware Schedule.

C.

Provide secure lock-up for hardware delivered to the project, but not yet installed. Control and handling and installation of hardware items which are not immediately replaceable, so that the completion of the work will not be delayed by hardware losses, both before and after installation. Store materials off the ground in dry, protected areas.

D.

The Contractor shall tag and index keys, manuals, schematics, operating instructions and factory diagrams for release and use by the Contracting Officer.

E.

Containers holding keyed locks and cylinders shall be marked with the following:

1.

Heading Number

2.

Door Number

3.

Hand of Door (when required)

4. Key Symbol

1.8 Maintenance

A.

Provide Contracting Officer with manufacturer's parts list and maintenance instructions for each type of hardware supplied, including necessary wrenches and tools required for proper maintenance and adjustment of hardware, as supplied with hardware when shipped to General Contractor. The General Contractor shall gather parts lists, tools, etc. as supplied with the hardware at the time of installation and hold these items until close-out.

B.

Tools for Maintenance: Furnish a complete set of specialized tools as needed for the continued adjustment, maintenance, and removal and replacement of builders hardware.

C.

Maintenance Service: Approximately six months after the acceptance of hardware in each area, the Hardware Installer, accompanied by the representative of the latch and lock manufacturer, shall return to the project and re-adjust every item of hardware to restore proper function of doors and hardware. Consult with and instruct Contracting Officer's personnel in recommended additions to the maintenance procedures.

D.

Replace hardware items which have deteriorated or failed due to faulty design, materials or installation of hardware units. Prepare a written report of current and predictable problems (of substantial nature) in the performance of the hardware.

Part 2

PRODUCTS

2.1 Manufacturers

A.

Acceptable Manufacturers

1.

Butt Hinges: Hager, Mc Kinney, Stanley

2.

Locksets: Best

3.

Cylinders: Best

4.

Exit Devices: Sargent

5. Closers: LCN, Norton, Rixson, Sargent

6. Threshold, Door bottom, Seals: National Guard, Pemko, Reese

7. Stops, Kickplates: Rockwood, Ives, Trimco

8. Pull, Push Plates, Misc.: Rockwood, Ives, Trimco.

2.2 Hardware

A.

Scheduled Hardware: Requirements for design, grade, function, finish, size and other distinctive qualities of each type of builders hardware is indicated in the Builder's Hardware Data Sheet and Hardware Schedule at the end of this Section. The drawings show the direction of slide, swing or hand of each door leaf. Furnish each item of hardware for proper installation and operation of the door movement as shown. Products are identified by using hardware designation numbers of the following:

9. Manufacturer's product designations: One or more manufacturers are listed for each hardware type required. Provide either the product designated, or, where more than one manufacturer is listed, the comparable product of one of the other manufacturers which comply with requirements including those specified elsewhere in this section.

B.

Fasteners: Manufacture hardware to conform to published templates, generally prepared for machine screw installation. Do not provide hardware which has been prepared for self-tapping sheet metal screws, except as specifically indicated.

10. Furnish necessary screws, bolts or other fastenings of suitable size and type to anchor the hardware in position for heavy use and long life, and of compatible material and finish. Furnish fastenings with anchors according to the material to which it is applied, and as recommended by the manufacturer. Fasten closers on wood or mineral core doors with sex nuts and bolts.

11. Provide Phillips flat-head screws except as otherwise indicated. Finish exposed (exposed under any condition) screws to match the hardware finish or, if exposed in surfaces of other work, to match the finish of such other work as closely as possible, including "prepared for paint" in surfaces to receive painted finish.

12. Provide concealed fasteners for hardware units which are exposed when the door is closed, except to the extent no standard units of the type specified are available with concealed fasteners.

C.

Finish: Hardware shall be BHMA-612 (US10) unless noted otherwise.

2.3 Hardware Types

J. Hinges

1. Shall conform to the applicable requirements of Specifications FF-H-116, except as otherwise specified herein. Loose pin hinges for reverse-bevel doors with locks shall be constructed in a manner that will eliminate removal of the pins when the doors are in the closed position. Determine correct clearance form the drawings. Provide non-removable pins on all doors. Provide five knuckle, concealed ball bearing hinges on all doors. Flat Button, top and bottom tips required on all butt hinges. Match existing size where doors or frames are being reused.

a. Butt Hinge Length:

Door Thickness Door Width Hinge Height

1 3/4" door Where Req.

4" to 38"

4 ½" over 38" to 48"

5" over 48"

6" b.

Number of Butt Hinges Required:

1) Doors 60" high and under: 2 butt hinges

2) Doors over 60" high and not over 90" high: 3 butt hinges

3) Doors over 90" high and not over 120" high: 4 butt hinges c.

Hinge Types: Shall conform to the applicable requirement of Specification FF-H-121c, except as specified otherwise herein.

4) Interior doors: TA2714

5) Heavy Use doors: T4A3786-4½ x 4½

K. Door Locks

1. Shall conform to the applicable requirements for Series 86 of Specification FF-H-106, except as otherwise specified herein. The series selected shall, as far as practicable, be used throughout the project. All lock and latch sets of a series shall be the products of a single manufacturer. Lock cylinders shall have not less than seven pin tumblers with replaceable cores. Accessories such as door coordinators shall conform to the applicable requirements of Specification FF-H-106a (1). Lock and latch design, style and application shall meet handicapped access standards and codes where applicable.

2. All locksets to be heavy duty. Full Mortise Type: 30H Series, functions as listed in hardware sets.

3. Provide locks and latchsets with 2-3/4" backset, unless otherwise noted. Provide strikes with extended lip where required to protect trim from being marked by latch bolt. Match existing strike size where required. Provide at wood frames and/or wood doors (when in pairs) wrought boxes.

L. Door Closers

1. Door closers shall meet handicapped access standards and codes. Complying with ANSI A117.1 for door opening force and delayed action closing.

2. Surface mounted 281 Series or equal, 691 Finish, spray to match other hardware. with three (3) separate control valves (including back check). ANSI Grade I. Closers to be equipped with size adjustment (1 thru 6). All closers shall be mounted on the inside of the room wherever possible. Where parallel arm closers are used extra duty (EDA) arms shall be used.

M. Kickplates: Shall be .050 (minimum) Bronze 10 inches high, by 1-1/2 inches less than door width for single doors and one inch less than the width for double doors. Finish, 612.

N. Stops and Bumpers: Wall type Trimco 1272 1/4 series with proper anchor selected for substrate. Floor stops Trimco 1210/1212 shall be used on interior doors where required. Floor stops Trimco 1233 or similar as required to meet floor conditions, shall be used on exterior doors.

O. Silencers: Supply 3 each at jambs of single doors and 2 each at pairs of doors. Not required on doors having smoke seals. At new doors only.

P. Weatherstrip and Seals:

1. Door Bottoms shall be Type 216 or as listed in hardware sets.

2. Weatherstrip shall be Type 303DS or as listed in hardware sets.

Q. Thresholds: Shall be type 170D or as detailed on plans or listed in the Hardware Sets.

R. Push Plates: Shall be .050 thick (minimum), 4 x 16 type 47 finish 612 all edges beveled or as listed in hardware sets.

S. Pull Plates: Shall be .050 thick (minimum) 4 x 16, edges beveled, Type 47-62. Mount with thru-bolts, or as listed in hardware sets. Solid material finish 612.

T. Flush Bolts: BBW Type 5020 series as required.

2.4 Hardware Finishes

U. Provide matching finishes for hardware units at each door or opening, to the greatest extent possible, except as otherwise indicated. Reduce differences in color and textures as much as commercially possible where the base metal or metal forming process is different for individual units of hardware exposed at the same door or opening. In general, match items to the manufacturer's standard finish for the latch and lock for color and texture.

V. Provide finishes which match those established by BHMA and which match existing hardware on the Base.

W. Provide quality of finish, including thickness of plating or coating (if any), composition, hardness and other qualities complying with manufacturer's standards, but in no case less than specified for the applicable units of hardware by referenced standards.

X. Provide protective lacquer coating on exposed hardware finishes or brass, bronze and aluminum, except as otherwise indicated. The suffix "-NL" is used with standard finish designations to indicate "no lacquer".

Y. The designations used in schedules and elsewhere to indicate hardware finishes are those listed in "Materials & Finishes Standard 1301" by BHMA, including coordination with the traditional U.S. finishes shown by certain manufacturers for their products.

2.5 Lock Cylinders and Keying

Z. General: All doors this project shall be master keyed to the existing Best System, as directed by Contracting Officer. Supplier shall meet with Contracting Officer to finalize keying requirements and obtain final instructions in writing.

AA. Provide construction keying at all doors. Permanent keys shall not be under any circumstance made available to the General Contractor. Furnish 6 construction keys to the Contractor.

AB. Comply with Contracting Officer's Instructions for master keying and, except as otherwise indicated, provide individual change key for each lock which is not designated to be keyed alike with a group of related locks. Include keying permanent cores to the existing Base-wide BEST master key system.

AC. Key Quantity: Furnish 3 change keys for each lock; 6 master keys for each master system.

Part 3

EXECUTION

3.1 Examination

AD. Prior to hardware installation, the supplier/installer shall examine the hollow metal door frames and other surfaces to receive hardware for accuracy of installation and alignment. The supplier/installer shall report in writing to the Contractor with a copy to the Contracting Officer, of detrimental conditions. Failure to perform this requirement constitutes a waiver to subsequent claims to the contrary and holds the supplier/installer responsible for corrections the Contracting Officer may require. Commencement of Work shall be construed as acknowledgment by the supplier/installer that doors and frames and other surfaces to receive hardware are in compliance with the requirements of the Contract Documents.

3.2 Preparation

AE. The supplier/installer shall meet with the Contracting Officer, and related trades prior to the Commencement of Work. Tag items or packages with identification related to the final hardware schedule, and include basic installation instructions in the package.

AF. Deliver hardware items at the proper times to the proper locations (ship to project site) for installation.

C.

All existing lock cores in the doors shall be removed, prior to door, door frame, and hardware demolition, and be replaced in the new doors.

3.3 Installation

AG. Install each hardware item in compliance with the manufacturer's instructions and recommendations.

AH. Mount hardware units at heights as recommended per SDI-100, except as specifically indicated or required to comply with governing regulations, and except as may be directed otherwise by Contracting Officer.

AI. Application of Hardware: Hardware shall be installed in a neat, workmanlike manner following the manufacturer's instructions. Fasteners, supplied with the hardware, shall be used to secure the hardware in place. Wood screws shall be used for securing hardware to wood surfaces. Machine screws, set in expansion shields, shall be used for securing hardware to concrete or masonry surfaces. Thru-bolts shall be used where specified or where necessary for satisfactory installation. Provide solid wood (2 x 8 min.) blocking behind all wall stops.

AJ. Install each hardware item in compliance with the manufacturer's instructions and recommendations. Wherever cutting and fitting is required to install hardware onto or into surfaces which are later to be painted or finished in another way, coordinate removal, storage and reinstallation or application of surface protection with finishing work specified in Division 9. Do not install surface-mounted items until finishes have been completed on the substrate. The Supplier/Installer shall be responsible for correct application according to factory installation instructions.

AK. Set units level, plumb and true to line and location. Adjust and reinforce the attachment substrate as necessary for proper installation and operation. Drill and countersink units which are not factory-prepared for anchorage fasteners. Space fasteners and anchors in accordance with industry.

AL. Deliver hardware items at the proper times to the proper locations (shop or project site) for installation.

3.4 Field Quality Control

AM. Inspection: The supplier/installer shall provide a final inspection with the Contracting Officer, and at the completion of the installation.

AN. After hardware is checked, keys shall be tagged, identified and delivered to the Contracting Officer by registered mail, or delivered in person after receiving a signed receipt from a responsible representative of the Contracting Officer. Errors in cutting or fitting, or damage to adjoining work shall be repaired, as directed.

3.5 Adjusting

AO. Check and adjust each operating item of hardware and each door, to ensure proper operation or function for each unit. Replace units which cannot be adjusted to operate freely and smoothly as intended for the application made.

AP. Final Adjustment: Wherever hardware installation is made more than one month prior to acceptance or occupancy of a space or area, return to the work during the week prior to acceptance or occupancy, and make final check and adjustment of hardware items in such space or area. Adjust door control devices to compensate for final operation of heating and ventilating equipment. Instruct Contracting Officer's personnel in proper adjustment and maintenance of hardware and hardware finishes, during the final adjustment of hardware.

3.6 Cleaning

A.

Insure that after installation, the materials furnished and installed will be free of paint or lacquer as may appear from the Work of other subcontractors. Clean operating items as necessary to restore proper function and finish of hardware and doors.

B.

During the course of the Work and on completion of the Work, remove excess materials, equipment and debris and dispose of away from premises. Leave Work in clean condition in accordance with Section 01500 Construction Facilities and Temporary Controls.

3.7 Protection

AQ. After application, hardware shall be protected from paint, stains, blemishes and damage until acceptance of the Work.

3.8 Hardware Schedule

AR. While the following hardware sets are intended to cover doors and establish a type and standard of quality, it shall be the specific duty and responsibility of the hardware supplier to examine the drawings and specifications and furnish proper hardware for openings. The hardware supplier shall compare the specifications with the door schedule and notify the Contracting Officer of errors, inconsistencies or omissions during the bid period.

AS. Hardware sets

Hardware Set # 1

Doors 102A,102B,103B,115

Each to have:

3 Hinges

TA2314- 4 ½ x 4 ½ - NRP

1 Lock Device

93K7AB15DSTK

1 Closer

EN351- PS-EDA

1 Kickplate

12” x 1 ½” LDW

1 Threshold

270A

1 Door Bottom

2221AV

1 Weatherstrip

303AV

Hardware Set # 2

Doors 101A,116,200

1 Lock Device

EN351- PS- EDA

2 Kickplates

1 Weatherstrip

1 Drip Cap

346C

Hardware Set # 3

Doors 103A,108

1 Push Plate

70C

1 Pull Plate

102 x 70C

EN351-0-EDA

2 Kickplates

1 Wall Stop

3 Silencers

Gray

Hardware Set # 4

Doors 104A,112,113

TB2314- 4 ½ x 4 ½ - NRP

1 Lockset

Hardware Set # 5

Doors 104B

6 Hinges

2 Closers

EN351-UO-EDA

1 Exit Device

70-8804 x PTB

1 Set Auto Bolts

1 Dust Proof Strike

1 Co-Ordinator

4 Kickplates

12” x 1” LDW

1 Astragal

355CV

1 Weather Strip

1 Drip Cap

346C

Hardware Set # 6

Doors 105,106,107

1 Lockset

93K7D15DSTK

END OF SECTION

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