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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20260577 Excelsior Ave Apartments Exterior Modifications Old Product Literature- No Longer Being Used 07.23.2026Copyright 2019 AIA MasterSpec Full Length 06/19 (PM updated 02/20) PRODUCT MASTERSPEC LICENSED BY DELTEK, INC. TO VIVA RAILINGS, LLC. DECORATIVE METAL RAILINGS 057300 - 1 Copyright 2019 by The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Exclusively published and distributed by Deltek, Inc. for the AIA This Product MasterSpec Section is licensed by Deltek, Inc. to VIVA Railings, LLC ("Licensee"). This Product MasterSpec Section modifies the original MasterSpec text and does not include the full content of the original MasterSpec Section. Revisions made to the original MasterSpec text are made solely by the Licensee and are not endorsed by, or representative of the opinions of, Deltek or The American Institute of Architects (AIA). Neither AIA nor Deltek are liable in any way for such revisions or for the use of this Product MasterSpec Section by any end user. A qualified design professional should review and edit the document to suit project requirements. For more information, contact VIVA Railings, LLC, 1454 Halsey Way, Carrollton, TX 75007; Phone: (972) 353-8482; Fax: (972) 353-0013; Website: http://vivarailings.com; Email: info@vivarailings.com. For information about MasterSpec, contact Deltek at (800) 424-5080 or visit masterspec.com. SECTION 057300 - DECORATIVE METAL RAILINGS TIPS: To view non-printing Editor's Notes that provide guidance for editing, click on MasterWorks/Single-File Formatting/Toggle/Editor's Notes. To read detailed research, technical information about products and materials, and coordination checklists, click on MasterWorks/Supporting Information. Access Product MasterSpec Sections: <Double click here to view the list of manufacturer Sections available at ProductMasterSpec.com.> Revise this Section by deleting and inserting text to meet Project-specific requirements. This Section uses the term "Architect." Change this term to match that used to identify the design professional as defined in the General and Supplementary Conditions. Verify that Section titles referenced in this Section are correct for this Project's Specifications; Section titles may have changed. PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS Retain or delete this article in all Sections of Project Manual. Copyright 2019 AIA MasterSpec Full Length 06/19 (PM updated 02/20) PRODUCT MASTERSPEC LICENSED BY DELTEK, INC. TO VIVA RAILINGS, LLC. DECORATIVE METAL RAILINGS 057300 - 2 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. Stainless steel decorative metal railings[, with infill panels]. 2. Illuminated railings. 3. Wood railings. 4. Fasteners. 5. Miscellaneous materials. B. Related Requirements: Retain subparagraphs below to cross-reference requirements Contractor might expect to find in this Section but are specified in other Sections. 1. Section 055213 "Pipe and Tube Railings" for nonornamental railings fabricated from pipes and tubes. 2. Section 057313 "Glazed Decorative Metal Railings" for structural glass-supported decorative metal railings and post-supported railings with glass-infill panels. 3. [Section 061000 "Rough Carpentry"] [Section 061053 "Miscellaneous Rough Carpentry"] for wood blocking for anchoring railings. 4. [Section 064013 "Exterior Architectural Woodwork"] [Section 064023 "Interior Architectural Woodwork"] for wood railings. 1.3 DEFINITIONS A. Railings: Guards, handrails, and similar devices used for protection of occupants at open-sided floor areas and for pedestrian guidance and support, visual separation, or wall protection. 1.4 COORDINATION AND SCHEDULING A. Coordinate installation of anchorages for railings. Furnish setting drawings, templates, and directions for installing anchorages, including sleeves, concrete inserts, anchor bolts, and items with integral anchors, that are to be embedded in concrete or masonry. Deliver items to Project site in time for installation. B. Schedule installation so wall attachments are made only to completed walls. Do not support railings temporarily by any means that do not meet structural performance requirements. 1.5 PREINSTALLATION MEETINGS Retain "Preinstallation Conference" Paragraph below if Work of this Section is extensive or c omplex enough to justify a conference. Copyright 2019 AIA MasterSpec Full Length 06/19 (PM updated 02/20) PRODUCT MASTERSPEC LICENSED BY DELTEK, INC. TO VIVA RAILINGS, LLC. DECORATIVE METAL RAILINGS 057300 - 3 A. Preinstallation Conference: Conduct conference at [Project site] <Insert location>. If needed, insert list of conference participants not mentioned in Section 013100 "Project Management and Coordination." 1.6 ACTION SUBMITTALS A. Product Data: 1. Manufacturer's product lines of stainless steel decorative metal railings assembled from standard components. 2. Stainless steel cable and cable fittings infill. 3. Perforated metal infill panels. 4. Woven-wire mesh infill panels. 5. Illuminated railings. 6. Wood railings. 7. Fasteners. 8. Post-installed anchors. 9. Handrail brackets. 10. Bituminous paint. 11. Nonshrink, nonmetallic grout. 12. Anchoring cement. 13. Metal finishes. B. Sustainable Design Submittals: Retain "Product Data" Subparagraph below to require minimum recycled content for LEED v4.1, MRc 4.1 and 4.2 - "Recycled Content." 1. Product Data: For recycled content, indicating postconsumer and preconsumer recycled content and cost. 2. Chain-of-Custody Certificates: For certified wood products. Include statement of costs. C. Shop Drawings: Include plans, elevations, sections, and attachment details. 1. For illuminated railings, include wiring diagrams and roughing-in details. Retain "Samples for Initial Selection" and "Samples for Verification" paragraphs below for two-stage Samples. D. Samples for Initial Selection: For products involving selection of color, texture, or design. E. Samples for Verification: For each type of exposed finish required. Delete or revise first three subparagraphs below. 1. Sections of each distinctly different linear railing member, including handrails, top rails, posts, and balusters 2. Illuminated railing. 3. Fittings, end caps, and brackets. Copyright 2019 AIA MasterSpec Full Length 06/19 (PM updated 02/20) PRODUCT MASTERSPEC LICENSED BY DELTEK, INC. TO VIVA RAILINGS, LLC. DECORATIVE METAL RAILINGS 057300 - 4 4. Cable and cable hardware and connections. 5. Assembled Sample of railing system, made from full-size components, including top rail, post, [illuminated] handrail, and guard infill. Sample need not be full height. a. Show method of [connecting] [and] [finishing] members at intersections. Retain "Delegated Design Calculations" Paragraph below if design services have been delegated to Contractor. F. Delegated Design Calculations: For railings, including analysis data signed and sealed by the qualified professional engineer responsible for their preparation. 1.7 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS Coordinate "Qualification Data" Paragraph below with qualification requirements in Section 014000 "Quality Requirements" and as may be supplemented in "Quality Assurance" Article. Testing is by Owner: A. Qualification Data: For [delegated design professional engineer] [testing agency] [manufacturer-certified Installer]. 1.8 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Installer Requirements: Installed by manufacturer or manufacturer-certified Installer. Retain "Welding Qualifications" Paragraph below if shop or field welding is required. B. Welding Qualifications: Qualify procedures and personnel in accordance with the following: Retain applicable subparagraphs below. Most of VIVA Railings' connections are mechanical, but field welding may be required in some cases. 1. AWS D1.6/D1.6M, "Structural Welding Code - Stainless Steel." 2. AWS D1.2/D1.2M, "Structural Welding Code - Aluminum." Retain "Mockups" Paragraph below for samples and to suit Project. C. Mockups: Build mockups to verify selections made under Sample submittals, to demonstrate aesthetic effects, and to set quality standards for fabrication and installation. Mockups may be designed as separate decorative elements and left in place. 1. Build mockups as [cut-down assembly] [one section of rail] [indicated on Drawings]. Retain subparagraph below if the intention is to make an exception to the default requirement in Section 014000 "Quality Requirements" for demolishing and removing mockups. 2. Subject to compliance with requirements, approved mockups may become part of the completed Work if undisturbed at time of Substantial Completion. Copyright 2019 AIA MasterSpec Full Length 06/19 (PM updated 02/20) PRODUCT MASTERSPEC LICENSED BY DELTEK, INC. TO VIVA RAILINGS, LLC. DECORATIVE METAL RAILINGS 057300 - 5 1.9 FIELD CONDITIONS If possible, design railings so they do not have to fit other construction, and delete this article. A. Field Measurements: Verify actual locations of walls and other construction contiguous with railings by field measurements before fabrication and indicate measurements on Shop Drawings. PART 2 - PRODUCTS Manufacturers and products listed in SpecAgent and MasterWorks Paragraph Builder are neither recommended nor endorsed by the AIA or Deltek. Before inserting names, verify that manufacturers and products listed there comply with requirements retained or revised in descriptions and are both available and suitable for the intended applications. For definitions of terms and requirements for Contractor's product selection, see Section 016000 "Product Requirements." 2.1 MANUFACTURERS A. Source Limitations for Decorative Metal Railing Components: Obtain from single source from single manufacturer for each component and installation method. VIVA Railings, LLC offers a full line of pre-engineered stainless steel post, railing, and guard systems as specified below. For visual overview, see https://vivarailings.com/products/. Standard VIVA Railings are fabricated using stainless steel pipe, tubing, and plate in the following configurations and profiles and are available with various infill options as listed below. Coordinate with VIVA Railings. B. Stainless Steel Decorative Metal Railings: Retain "Basis-of-Design Product" Subparagraph and list of manufacturers below to require a specific product or a comparable product from manufacturers listed. 1. Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide VIVA Railings, LLC; CIRCA Railing System or comparable product by one of the following: a. Blum, Julius & Co., Inc. b. Tri Tech, Inc. c. Wylie Systems. d. <Insert manufacturer's name>. C. Illuminated Decorative Metal Railings: Retain "Basis-of-Design Product" Subparagraph and list of manufacturers below to require a specific product or a comparable product from manufacturers listed. 1. Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide VIVA Railings, LLC; iRAIL Railing System or comparable product by one of the following: Copyright 2019 AIA MasterSpec Full Length 06/19 (PM updated 02/20) PRODUCT MASTERSPEC LICENSED BY DELTEK, INC. TO VIVA RAILINGS, LLC. DECORATIVE METAL RAILINGS 057300 - 6 a. <Insert manufacturer's name>. D. Product Options: Drawings indicate size, profiles, and dimensional requirements of railings and are based on the specific system indicated. See Section 016000 "Product Requirements." 1. Do not modify intended aesthetic effects, as judged solely by Architect, except with Architect's approval. If modifications are proposed, submit comprehensive explanatory data to Architect for review. 2.2 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS A. General: For engineering decorative metal railings to withstand structural loads indicated, determine allowable design working stresses of railing materials based on the following: 1. Stainless Steel: 45 percent of minimum yield strength. B. Structural Performance: Decorative metal railings, including attachment to building construction, shall withstand the effects of gravity loads and the following loads and stresses within limits and under conditions indicated: Subparagraphs below are based on the International Building Code; revise to suit Project and to comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction. 1. Handrails and Top Rails of Guards: a. Uniform load of 50 lbf/ft. (0.73 kN/m) applied in any direction. b. Concentrated load of 200 lbf (0.89 kN) applied in any direction. c. Uniform and concentrated loads need not be assumed to act concurrently. 2. Infill of Guards: a. Concentrated load of 50 lbf (0.22 kN) applied horizontally on an area of 1 sq. ft. (0.093 sq. m). b. Infill load and other loads need not be assumed to act concurrently. Delete "Thermal Movements" Paragraph below if only interior railings are required. C. Thermal Movements: Allow for thermal movements from ambient and surface temperature changes acting on exterior railings by preventing buckling, opening of joints, overstressing of components, failure of connections, and other detrimental effects. Differential values in "Temperature Change" Subparagraph below (for aluminum in particular) are suitable for most of the United States. 1. Temperature Change: 120 deg F (67 deg C), ambient; 180 deg F (100 deg C), material surfaces. Copyright 2019 AIA MasterSpec Full Length 06/19 (PM updated 02/20) PRODUCT MASTERSPEC LICENSED BY DELTEK, INC. TO VIVA RAILINGS, LLC. DECORATIVE METAL RAILINGS 057300 - 7 2.3 METALS, GENERAL A. Metal Surfaces, General: Provide materials with smooth surfaces, without seam marks, roller marks, rolled trade names, stains, discolorations, or blemishes. B. Brackets, Flanges, and Anchors: Same metal and finish as supported rails unless otherwise indicated. 1. Provide stainless steel wall brackets with flange tapped for concealed anchorage with vertical and horizontal adjustment capability. 2.4 STAINLESS STEEL DECORATIVE METAL RAILINGS Retain "Recycled Content of Stainless Steel Products" Paragraph below to specify recycled content if required. An alternative method of requiring recycled content is to retain requirement in Project's Division 01 sustainable design requirements Section that gives Contractor the option and responsibility to determine how recycled content requirements will be met. A. Recycled Content of Stainless Steel Products: Postconsumer recycled content plus one-half of preconsumer recycled content not less than 65 percent. VIVA Railings' standards are Types 304 and 316. Type 316L is available upon special request and with additional cost for use on projects requiring better resistance to corrosion and exposure to de-icing salts. Coordinate material options with VIVA Railings. Primary difference between round stainless steel tubing and stainless steel pipe is in outside dimensions. Pipe sizes are normally indicated by using nominal pipe size designator and we ight class or schedule number; for tubing, OD, and wall thickness are used. B. Tubing: ASTM A554, [Grade MT 304] [Grade MT 316]. C. Pipe: ASTM A312/A312M, [Grade TP 304] [Grade TP 316]. Retain first option in "Castings" Paragraph below with Type 304; retain second option with Type 316. D. Castings: ASTM A743/A743M, [Grade CF 8 or CF 20] [Grade CF 8M or CF 3M]. E. Sheet, Strip, Plate, and Flat Bar: ASTM A666, [Type 304] [Type 316]. F. Bars and Shapes: ASTM A276, [Type 304] [Type 316]. Standard posts for cantilevered structural post railings and guards specified in this article are fabricated from stainless steel plate, tubing, and bars in the following configurations and profiles and are available with various infill options as listed below: CIRCA: Top, fascia, or core mounted to steel stringer or balcony slab edge with 2-inch- (50-mm-) diameter round tubular posts (wire mesh, perforated metal, cable, horizontal multiline, and vertical picket infills); see https://vivarailings.com/products/#circa for product options. G. Posts: Tube, made from stainless steel. Copyright 2019 AIA MasterSpec Full Length 06/19 (PM updated 02/20) PRODUCT MASTERSPEC LICENSED BY DELTEK, INC. TO VIVA RAILINGS, LLC. DECORATIVE METAL RAILINGS 057300 - 8 H. Top Rail/Hand Rail: [Tubular stainless steel pipe] [Wood] [Illuminated] with round cross- section shape. Standard wire-mesh infill panel material is stainless steel. Aluminum, brass, bronze, copper, and copper alloys are available options. Retain "Stainless Steel Cable and Cable Fitting Infill" Paragraph below if cable is used as railing infill. The terms "cable" and "wire rope" are both used; revise to "wire rope" if preferred. "Cable" is used here, because "wire rope" usually refers to diameters of larger than 3/8 inch (9.5 mm), VIVA Railings and most other manufacturers use the term "cable." Cable infill designs specified below are available with VIVA Railings' CIRCA Railing System. I. Stainless Steel Cable and Cable Fitting Infill: 1. Cable: 1-by-19 wire cable made from wire complying with ASTM A492, Type 316. 2. Cable Diameter: 3/16 inch (5 mm). 3. Cable Fittings: Swageless hardware fabricated from stainless steel, with capability to sustain, without failure, a load equal to minimum breaking strength of cable with which they are used. Perforated metal infill panels are available with VIVA Railings' CIRCA Railing System. J. Perforated Metal Infill Panels: Stainless steel sheet, ASTM A240/A 240M or ASTM A666, [Type 304] [Type 316L], manufacturer's standard thickness, with perforations as specified below, within nominal 1-inch- (25-mm-) wide by 9/16-inch- (15-mm-) deep welded stainless steel "C-shaped" frame. Retain one of five "Perforations" subparagraphs below. 1. Perforations: Square; 0.39-inch- (10-mm-) square holes; 0.51-inch (13-mm) center-to- center; and a 56 percent open area. Retain "Basis-of-Design Product" Subparagraph below to require a specific product. a. Basis-of-Design Product: Provide product with perforations matching VIVA Railings, LLC; PMSQ-1013. 2. Perforations: Round; 0.39-inch- (10-mm-) diameter holes; [0.47-inch (12-mm)] [0.55- inch (14-mm)] center-to-center; aligned at 60 degree angle; and a 40 percent open area. Retain "Basis-of-Design Product" Subparagraph below to require a specific product. First option has perforations at 12-mm center-to-center spacing; second option has perforations at 14-mm center-to-center spacing. a. Basis-of-Design Product: Provide product with perforations matching VIVA Railings, LLC; [PMRO-1012] [PMRO-1014]. 3. Perforations: Round; 0.24-inch- (6-mm-) diameter holes; 0.39-inch (10-mm) center-to- center; aligned at 60 degree angle; and a 40 percent open area. Copyright 2019 AIA MasterSpec Full Length 06/19 (PM updated 02/20) PRODUCT MASTERSPEC LICENSED BY DELTEK, INC. TO VIVA RAILINGS, LLC. DECORATIVE METAL RAILINGS 057300 - 9 Retain "Basis-of-Design Product" Subparagraph below to require a specific product. a. Basis-of-Design Product: Provide product with perforations matching VIVA Railings, LLC; PMRO-0610. 4. Perforations: Slot, horizontal; 0.12-inch- (3-mm-) high by 0.98-inch- (25-mm-) wide rectangular holes; 0.31-inch (8-mm) center-to-center vertically and 1.38-inch (35-mm) center-to-center horizontally; and a 43 percent open area. Retain "Basis-of-Design Product" Subparagraph below to require a specific product. a. Basis-of-Design Product: Provide product with perforations matching VIVA Railings, LLC; PMSL-0325. 5. Perforations: Slot, vertical; 0.87-inch- (22-mm-) high by 0.43-inch- (11-mm-) wide rectangular holes; 1.06-inch (27-mm) center-to-center vertically and 0.79-inch (20-mm) center-to-center horizontally; and a 39 percent open area. Retain "Basis-of-Design Product" Subparagraph below to require a specific product. a. Basis-of-Design Product: Provide product with perforations matching VIVA Railings, LLC; PMSL-1122. Woven-wire mesh infill panels are available with VIVA Railings' CIRCA Railing System. Maximum panel width is 5 ft. (1.219 m). K. Woven-Wire Mesh Infill: Intermediate-crimp, woven-wire or woven-strap mesh, made from wire complying with ASTM A580/A580M, [Type 304] [Type 316], in a 0.98-inch- (25-mm-) wide by 0.59-inch- (15-mm-) deep welded stainless steel "C" frame. Retain one of 10 "Wire Mesh" subparagraphs below. 1. Wire Mesh: Mid-fill, rectangular; 61.7 percent open; 2.12 lb/sq. ft. (10.35 kg/sq. m) weight; 0.402-inch (10.21-mm) overall thickness. Retain "Basis-of-Design Product" Subparagraph below to require a specific product. a. Basis-of-Design Product: Provide product with perforations matching VIVA Railings, LLC; WM-10. 2. Wire Mesh: Large, rectangular; 64.5 percent open; 1.750 lb/sq. ft. (8.54 kg/sq. m) weight; 0.402-inch (10.21-mm) overall thickness. Retain "Basis-of-Design Product" Subparagraph below to require a specific product. a. Basis-of-Design Product: Provide product with perforations matching VIVA Railings, LLC; WM-11. 3. Wire Mesh: Large, rectangular; 74.8 percent open; 1.230 lb/sq. ft. (6.01 kg/sq. m) weight; 0.338-inch (8.58-mm) overall thickness. Copyright 2019 AIA MasterSpec Full Length 06/19 (PM updated 02/20) PRODUCT MASTERSPEC LICENSED BY DELTEK, INC. TO VIVA RAILINGS, LLC. DECORATIVE METAL RAILINGS 057300 - 10 Retain "Basis-of-Design Product" Subparagraph below to require a specific product. a. Basis-of-Design Product: Provide product with perforations matching VIVA Railings, LLC; WM-12. 4. Wire Mesh: Large, square; 77.2 percent open; 1.330 lb/sq. ft. (6.49 kg/sq. m) weight; 0.338-inch (8.58-mm) overall thickness. Retain "Basis-of-Design Product" Subparagraph below to require a specific product. a. Basis-of-Design Product: Provide product with perforations matching VIVA Railings, LLC; WM-13. 5. Wire Mesh: Large, square; 81.7 percent open; 1.2 lb/sq. ft. (5.86 kg/sq. m) weight; 0.380- inch (9.65-mm) overall thickness. Retain "Basis-of-Design Product" Subparagraph below to require a specific product. a. Basis-of-Design Product: Provide product with perforations matching VIVA Railings, LLC; WM-14. 6. Wire Mesh: Mid-fill, square; 52 percent open; 1.9 lb/sq. ft. (9.28 kg/sq. m) weight; 0.210- inch (5.33-mm) overall thickness. Retain "Basis-of-Design Product" Subparagraph below to require a specific product. a. Basis-of-Design Product: Provide product with perforations matching VIVA Railings, LLC; WM-15. 7. Wire Mesh: Large, square; 77.4 percent open; 1.040 lb/sq. ft. (5.08 kg/sq. m) weight; 0.270-inch (6.86-mm) overall thickness. Retain "Basis-of-Design Product" Subparagraph below to require a specific product. a. Basis-of-Design Product: Provide product with perforations matching VIVA Railings, LLC; WM-17. 8. Wire Mesh: Large, vertical weave; 58.3 percent open; 2.450 lb/sq. ft. (11.96 kg/sq. m) weight; 0.486-inch (12.34-mm) overall thickness. Retain "Basis-of-Design Product" Subparagraph below to require a specific product. a. Basis-of-Design Product: Provide product with perforations matching VIVA Railings, LLC; WM-19. 9. Wire Mesh: Large, square; 70.1 percent open; 1.702 lb/sq. ft. (8.31 kg/sq. m) weight; 0.324-inch (8.23-mm) overall thickness. Retain "Basis-of-Design Product" Subparagraph below to require a specific product. a. Basis-of-Design Product: Provide product with perforations matching VIVA Railings, LLC; WM-20. Copyright 2019 AIA MasterSpec Full Length 06/19 (PM updated 02/20) PRODUCT MASTERSPEC LICENSED BY DELTEK, INC. TO VIVA RAILINGS, LLC. DECORATIVE METAL RAILINGS 057300 - 11 10. Wire Mesh: Large, square; 51.1 percent open; 1.50 lb/sq. ft. (7.32 kg/sq. m) weight; 0.150-inch (3.81-mm) overall thickness. Retain "Basis-of-Design Product" Subparagraph below to require a specific product. a. Basis-of-Design Product: Provide product with perforations matching VIVA Railings, LLC; WM-21. Horizontal multiline infill panels can be used in VIVA Railings' CIRCA Railing System. L. Horizontal Multiline Infill Panels: 1/2-inch (13-mm) round stainless steel tubing rods. Vertical picket infill panels can be used in VIVA Railings' CIRCA Railing System. M. Vertical Picket Infill Panels: 1/2-inch (13-mm) round stainless steel pickets. 2.5 ILLUMINATED RAILINGS Revise "General" Paragraph below if using another type of railing. Product below is VIVA Railings' standard. See https://vivarailings.com/products/led-illuminated-railing-system/ for product options. VIVA Railings iRAIL can be used as a Top Rail, Glass Top Cap, Assist Rail, Wall Rail, or FSR application. A. General: Comply with requirements in this Section for metal railings with welded connections. B. Illuminated Units: Provide internal illumination using concealed, internally wired, [1-1/2-inch- (38-mm-) diameter stainless steel] [2-inch- (50-mm-) diameter wood] rail with integral LED- strip fixture system to illuminate walking surfaces adjacent to railings without light leaks. Make provisions for servicing and for concealed connection to electric service. Coordinate electrical characteristics with those of the power supply provided. 1. Light Color: [Cool white; 4000 K] [Warm white; 3000 K]. 185 lumens/ft. and 250 lumens/ft. are available in cool or warm white. 2. Light Output: [185 lumens/ft.] [250 lumens/ft.] 3. Light Angle: 120 degrees. 4. LED Lens: [Translucent] [Opaque]. 5. Power Supply: [120 V] [277 V] ac input, 12 V dc output. a. Driver: [60 W] [120 W]. b. Power Consumption: [3.0 W/ft. (medium output)] [5.0 W/ft. (high output)]. 6. IP Rating: IP67. 2.6 WOOD RAILINGS Retain one of two "Description" paragraphs below. Retain first paragraph if wood rails are supplied by railing manufacturer; retain second paragraph if they are supplied by architectural woodworker in Division 06. Copyright 2019 AIA MasterSpec Full Length 06/19 (PM updated 02/20) PRODUCT MASTERSPEC LICENSED BY DELTEK, INC. TO VIVA RAILINGS, LLC. DECORATIVE METAL RAILINGS 057300 - 12 A. Description: Clear, straight-grained hardwood rails secured to [recessed] [exposed] metal substrate. Other species in "Species" Subparagraph below are available upon request from VIVA Railings. All VIVA Railings' wood rails are shipped unfinished for field finishing under Section 099123 "Interior Painting." Standard shape and size is round, 2-inch (50-mm) diameter. 1. Species: [Cherry] [Maple] [Red oak] [White oak] <Insert species>. 2. Finish: Manufacturer's standard unfinished. 3. Staining: In accordance with Section 099123 "Interior Painting." If rails are required to serve as handrails rather than only as top rails of guards, verify that profile specified will comply with applicable regulations for accessibility to people with disabilities. 4. Top Rail Profile: [Square, 1-3/4 by 1-3/4 inches (45 by 45 mm) with edges eased to 1/4-inch (6-mm) radius] [Rectangular, 1-3/4 by 5 inches (45 by 127 mm) with edges eased to 1/4-inch (6-mm) radius] [Round, 2-inch (50-mm) diameter] [As indicated] <Insert description>. 5. Handrail Profile: [Round, 2-inch (50-mm) diameter] [Round, 1-1/2-inch (38 mm) diameter, reinforced] [Rectangular, 1-1/4 by 1-3/4 inches (32 by 45 mm) with edges eased to 1/4-inch (6-mm) radius] [As indicated] <Insert description>. First "Certified Wood" Subparagraph below applies to LEED 2009 and LEED v4. Manufacturers certifying products as "FSC Mixed Credit" do not have to use 100 percent certified wood in the products; however, in their total production, manufacturers must use an amount equal to or greater than the percentage of their production that is labeled "FSC Mixed Credit." 6. Certified Wood: Wood products shall be certified as "FSC Pure"[ or "FSC Mixed Credit"] in accordance with FSC STD-01-001 and FSC STD-40-004. "Certified Wood" Subparagraph below applies to IgCC. 7. Certified Wood: Wood products shall be labeled in accordance with the AF&PA's Sustainable Forestry Initiative, be certified as "FSC Pure" in accordance with FSC STD- 01-001 and FSC STD-40-004, or be certified and labeled in accordance with the standards of the Programme for Endorsement of Forest Certification. "Certified Wood" Subparagraph below applies to ASHRAE 189.1. 8. Certified Wood: Wood products shall [contain not less than 60 percent] [be made from] certified wood tracked through a chain-of-custody process. Certified wood documentation shall be provided by sources certified through a forest certification system with principles, criteria, and standards developed using ISO/IEC Guide 59 or the World Trade Organization's "WTO Agreement on Technical Barriers to Trade." "Certified Wood" Subparagraph below applies to Green Globes. 9. Certified Wood: Wood products shall be certified in accordance with the American Tree Farm System's "AFF Standard," the AF&PA's Sustainable Forestry Initiative, FSC STD- 01-001 and FSC STD-40-004, or the standards of the Programme for Endorsement of Forest Certification. B. Description: Hardwood rails complying with Section 064023 "Interior Architectural Woodwork." Copyright 2019 AIA MasterSpec Full Length 06/19 (PM updated 02/20) PRODUCT MASTERSPEC LICENSED BY DELTEK, INC. TO VIVA RAILINGS, LLC. DECORATIVE METAL RAILINGS 057300 - 13 2.7 FASTENERS A. Fastener Materials: Unless otherwise indicated, provide the following: Retain or revise applicable requirements in subparagraphs below. 1. For Stainless Steel Railing Components: [Type 304] [Type 316] stainless steel fasteners. 2. For Dissimilar Metal Railing Components: [Type 304] [Type 316] stainless steel fasteners. Retain subparagraph below if exposed fasteners are allowed, especially with color anodic finish. 3. Finish exposed fasteners to match appearance, including color and texture, of railings. B. Fasteners for Anchoring to Other Construction: Select fasteners of type, grade, and class required to produce connections suitable for anchoring railings to other types of construction[ and capable of withstanding design loads]. C. Provide concealed fasteners for interconnecting railing components and for attaching railings to other work unless [otherwise indicated] [exposed fasteners are unavoidable] [exposed fasteners are the standard fastening method for railings indicated]. Revise subparagraph below if another type of head is required or is standard with system specified. 1. Provide hex, hex socket, or hex-button head machine screws for exposed fasteners unless otherwise indicated. In "Post-Installed Anchors" Paragraph below, ICC-ES AC193 is for mechanical anchors, and ICC- ES AC308 is for adhesive anchors. D. Post-Installed Anchors: Fastener systems with working capacity greater than or equal to the design load, in accordance with an evaluation report acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, based on ICC-ES AC193[ or ICC-ES AC308]. Material in "Material for Interior Locations" Subparagraph below protects against corrosion in an indoor atmosphere. 1. Material for Interior Locations: Carbon-steel components zinc plated to comply with ASTM B633 or ASTM F1941/F1941M, Class Fe/Zn 5, unless otherwise indicated. First option in "Material for Exterior Locations and Where Stainless Steel Is Indicated" Subparagraph below refers to Type 304 and similar alloys; second option refers to Type 316 and similar alloys. 2. Material for Exterior Locations and Where Stainless Steel Is Indicated: Alloy [Group 1 (A1)] [Group 2 (A4)] stainless steel bolts, ASTM F593 and nuts, ASTM F594. 2.8 MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS A. Handrail Brackets: Stainless steel with center of handrail [2-1/2 inches (63.5 mm)] [3-1/8 inches (79.4 mm)] <Insert dimension> from [face of railing] [wall]. Copyright 2019 AIA MasterSpec Full Length 06/19 (PM updated 02/20) PRODUCT MASTERSPEC LICENSED BY DELTEK, INC. TO VIVA RAILINGS, LLC. DECORATIVE METAL RAILINGS 057300 - 14 Usually retain one of three subparagraphs below that corresponds with type of bracket used. Delete all three if wall rails are not used. 1. Provide brackets with flange tapped for concealed anchorage to threaded hanger bolt. 2. Provide brackets with predrilled hole for exposed bolt anchorage. 3. Provide brackets with predrilled hole for bolted anchorage and with snap-on cover that matches rail finish and conceals bracket base and bolt head. Retain "Welding Rods and Bare Electrodes" Paragraph below to suit Project. B. Welding Rods and Bare Electrodes: Select in accordance with AWS specifications for metal alloy welded. 1. Provide type and alloy as recommended by producer of metal to be welded and as required for color match, strength, and compatibility in fabricated items. C. Bituminous Paint: Cold-applied asphalt emulsion complying with ASTM D1187/D1187M. Retain "Nonshrink, Nonmetallic Grout" or "Anchoring Cement" Paragraph below, or both, to suit Project. D. Nonshrink, Nonmetallic Grout: Factory-packaged, nonstaining, noncorrosive, nongaseous grout complying with ASTM C1107/C1107M. Provide grout specifically recommended by manufacturer for [interior] [and] [exterior] applications. E. Anchoring Cement: Factory-packaged, nonshrink, nonstaining, hydraulic-controlled expansion cement formulation for mixing with water at Project site to create pourable anchoring, patching, and grouting compound. 1. Water-Resistant Product: [At exterior locations] [and] [where indicated on Drawings], provide formulation that is recommended in writing to be resistant to erosion from water exposure without needing protection by a sealer or waterproof coating. 2.9 FABRICATION A. General: Fabricate decorative metal railings to comply with requirements indicated for design, dimensions, member sizes and spacing, details, finish, and anchorage[, but not less than that required to support structural loads]. B. Shop assemble railings and guards to greatest extent possible to minimize field splicing and assembly. Disassemble units only as necessary for shipping and handling limitations. 1. Clearly mark units for reassembly and coordinated installation. 2. Use connections that maintain structural value of joined pieces. C. Cut, drill, and punch metals cleanly and accurately. 1. Remove burrs and ease edges to a radius of approximately 1/32 inch (1 mm) unless otherwise indicated. 2. Remove sharp or rough areas on exposed surfaces. Copyright 2019 AIA MasterSpec Full Length 06/19 (PM updated 02/20) PRODUCT MASTERSPEC LICENSED BY DELTEK, INC. TO VIVA RAILINGS, LLC. DECORATIVE METAL RAILINGS 057300 - 15 D. Form work true to line and level with accurate angles and surfaces. E. Fabricate connections that will be exposed to weather in a manner to exclude water. 1. Provide weep holes where water may accumulate. 2. Locate weep holes in inconspicuous locations. F. Cut, reinforce, drill, and tap as indicated to receive finish hardware, screws, and similar items. G. Connections: Fabricate railings with [welded] [or] [mechanical] connections unless otherwise indicated. Delete "Welded Connections" Paragraph below if only mechanical connections are acceptable or are compatible with metals and finishes retained. Connections below are generally applicable to exposed welding of steel and stainless steel. H. Welded Connections: Cope components at connections to provide close fit, or use fittings designed for this purpose. Weld all around at connections, including at fittings. 1. Use materials and methods that minimize distortion and develop strength and corrosion resistance of base metals. 2. Obtain fusion without undercut or overlap. 3. Remove flux immediately. 4. At exposed connections, finish exposed welds to comply with NOMMA's "Voluntary Joint Finish Standards" for Finish #1 welds; ornamental quality with no evidence of a welded joint. I. Mechanical Connections: Connect members with concealed mechanical fasteners and fittings. 1. Fabricate members and fittings to produce flush, smooth, rigid, hairline joints. 2. Fabricate splice joints for field connection using an epoxy structural adhesive if this is manufacturer's standard splicing method. J. Form changes in direction as follows: Retain one of five subparagraphs below. Second subparagraph allows fabricator to choose radius of bends. Third is for flush (zero-radius) bends. Fourth is for radii that are indicated on Drawings. 1. As detailed. 2. [By bending] [or] [by inserting prefabricated elbow fittings]. 3. [By flush bends] [or] [by inserting prefabricated flush-elbow fittings]. 4. [By radius bends of radius indicated] [or] [by inserting prefabricated elbow fittings of radius indicated]. 5. By bending to smallest radius that will not result in distortion of railing member. Retain first paragraph below if bending is allowed or required. K. Bend members in jigs to produce uniform curvature for each configuration required. Maintain cross section of member throughout entire bend without buckling, twisting, cracking, or otherwise deforming exposed surfaces of components. Copyright 2019 AIA MasterSpec Full Length 06/19 (PM updated 02/20) PRODUCT MASTERSPEC LICENSED BY DELTEK, INC. TO VIVA RAILINGS, LLC. DECORATIVE METAL RAILINGS 057300 - 16 L. Close exposed ends of hollow railing members with prefabricated cap and end fittings of same metal and finish as railings. M. Provide wall returns at ends of wall-mounted handrails unless otherwise indicated. Close ends of returns, unless clearance between end of rail and wall is 1/4 inch (6 mm) or less. N. Brackets, Flanges, Fittings, and Anchors: Provide wall brackets, flanges, handr ail brackets, miscellaneous fittings, and anchors to interconnect railing members to other Work unless otherwise indicated. Retain subparagraph below if any railings are supported from plaster or gypsum board walls. 1. At brackets and fittings fastened to plaster or gypsum board partitions, provide crush- resistant fillers or other means to transfer loads through wall finishes to structural supports and to prevent bracket or fitting rotation and crushing of substrate. O. Provide inserts and other anchorage devices for connecting railings to concrete or masonry Work. 1. Fabricate anchorage devices capable of withstanding loads imposed by railings. 2. Coordinate anchorage devices with supporting structure. Delete first paragraph below if no posts are set in concrete or if posts are set without sleeves. P. For railing posts set in concrete, provide stainless steel sleeves not less than 6 inches (150 mm) long with inside dimensions not less than 1/2 inch (13 mm) greater than outside dimensions of post, with metal plate forming bottom closure. Retain first paragraph below if required or if allowed by authorities having jurisdiction. Q. For removable railing posts, fabricate slip-fit sockets from stainless steel tube or pipe whose ID is sized for a close fit with posts; limit movement of post without lateral load, measured at top, to not more than one-fortieth of post height. 1. Provide socket covers designed and fabricated to resist being dislodged. 2. Provide chain with eye, snap hook, and staple across gaps formed by removable railing sections at locations indicated. Fabricate from same metal as railings. R. Stainless Steel Cable Guard Infill: Fabricate cable guard infill assemblies in the shop to field- measured dimensions with fittings machine swaged. 1. Minimize amount of turnbuckle take-up used for dimensional adjustment, so maximum amount is available for tensioning cable. 2. Tag cable assemblies and fittings to identify installation locations and orientations for coordinated installation. S. Perforated-Metal Infill Panels: Fabricate infill panels from perforated metal made from [aluminum] [stainless steel] [same metal as railings in which they are installed]. 1. Frame panels with C-shaped channels made from stainless steel sheet, not less than 0.043 inch (1.1 mm) thick. Copyright 2019 AIA MasterSpec Full Length 06/19 (PM updated 02/20) PRODUCT MASTERSPEC LICENSED BY DELTEK, INC. TO VIVA RAILINGS, LLC. DECORATIVE METAL RAILINGS 057300 - 17 2. Orient perforated metal with pattern parallel to ground. T. Woven-Wire Mesh Infill Panels: Fabricate infill panels from woven -wire mesh crimped into 1- by-1/2-by-1/8-inch (25-by-13-by-3-mm) metal channel frames. 1. Fabricate wire mesh and frames from [aluminum] [stainless steel] [steel] [bronze] [brass] [copper] [unless otherwise indicated]. 2. Orient wire mesh with [diamonds vertical] [wires perpendicular and parallel to top rail] [wires horizontal and vertical]. Retain "Toe Boards" Paragraph below if required for protection against objects falli ng over edge on to trafficked surfaces. U. Toe Boards: Where indicated on Drawings, provide toe boards at railings around openings and at edge of open-sided floors and platforms. Fabricate to dimensions and details indicated. 2.10 METAL FINISH REQUIREMENTS, GENERAL A. Comply with NAAMM's "Metal Finishes Manual for Architectural and Metal Products" recommendations for applying and designating finishes. B. Protect mechanical finishes on exposed surfaces from damage by applying a strippable, temporary protective covering before shipment. Retain "Appearance of Finished Work" Paragraph below for variable finishes, such as anodized or patina finishes. C. Appearance of Finished Work: Noticeable variations in same piece are unacceptable. Variations in appearance of abutting or adjacent pieces are acceptable if they are within one-half of the range of approved Samples. Variations in appearance of other components are acceptable if they are within the range of approved Samples and are assembled or installed to minimize contrast. Retain paragraph below if exposed fasteners are allowed, especially with color anodic finish. D. Provide exposed fasteners with finish matching appearance, including color and texture, of railings. 2.11 STAINLESS STEEL FINISHES A. Surface Preparation: Remove tool and die marks and stretch lines, or blend into finish. B. Stainless Steel Finishes: Retain "Color Electro-Plated Metal" Subparagraph to suit Project. 1. Color Electro-Plated Metal: Vertical and stand-off components. Retain "Basis-of-Design Product" Subparagraph below to require a specific product or a comparable product. Copyright 2019 AIA MasterSpec Full Length 06/19 (PM updated 02/20) PRODUCT MASTERSPEC LICENSED BY DELTEK, INC. TO VIVA RAILINGS, LLC. DECORATIVE METAL RAILINGS 057300 - 18 a. Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide VIVA Railings, LLC; ECM Finish System or comparable product. b. Color: Satin [Black (ECM-20)] [Gold (ECM-21)] [Brass (ECM-23)] [Copper (ECM-25)]. Finish in "Dull Satin Finish" Subparagraph below is a nondirectional finish produced from a No. 4 finish by brushing with a 380-grit extremely fine abrasive to remove the grit lines without producing a reflective appearance. 2. Dull Satin Finish: ASTM A480/A480M, No. 6. Retain option in paragraph below for exterior rails. C. When polishing is completed,[ passivate and] rinse surfaces. Remove embedded foreign matter and leave surfaces chemically clean. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 EXAMINATION Delete first paragraph below if no handrails are attached to plaster or gypsum board assemblies. A. Examine plaster and gypsum board assemblies, where reinforced to receive anchors, to verify that locations of concealed reinforcements have been clearly marked for Installer. Locate reinforcements and mark locations if not already done. B. Installation Tolerances: Structural steel and concrete slabs to be within 1/8 inch in 10 ft. (3 mm in 3 m) horizontally and 1/8 inch (3 mm) vertically. Correct out-of-tolerance conditions to meet railing manufacturer's requirements. 3.2 INSTALLATION, GENERAL A. Perform cutting, drilling, and fitting required for installing railings. 1. Fit exposed connections together to form tight, hairline joints. 2. Install railings level, plumb, square, true to line; without distortion, warp, or rack. 3. Set railings accurately in location, alignment, and elevation; measured from established lines and levels. 4. Do not weld, cut, or abrade surfaces of railing components that have been coated or finished after fabrication and that are intended for field connection by mechanical or other means without further cutting or fitting. Revise two subparagraphs below if closer tolerances are required. Both are from NAAMM's "Pipe Railing Systems Manual." 5. Set posts plumb within a tolerance of 1/16 inch in 3 ft. (2 mm in 1 m). 6. Align rails so variations from level for horizontal members and variations from parallel with rake of steps and ramps for sloping members do not exceed 1/4 inch in 10 ft. (6 mm in 3 m). Copyright 2019 AIA MasterSpec Full Length 06/19 (PM updated 02/20) PRODUCT MASTERSPEC LICENSED BY DELTEK, INC. TO VIVA RAILINGS, LLC. DECORATIVE METAL RAILINGS 057300 - 19 B. Control of Corrosion: Prevent galvanic action and other forms of corrosion by insulating metals and other materials from direct contact with incompatible materials. C. Adjust railings before anchoring to ensure matching alignment at abutting joints. D. Fastening to In-Place Construction: Use anchorage devices and fasteners where necessary for securing railings and for properly transferring loads to in-place construction. 3.3 METAL RAILING CONNECTIONS Retain "Nonwelded Connections" or "Welded Connections" Paragraph below unless both methods are required. If both mechanical and welded connections are required, indicate locations of each on Drawings. A. Nonwelded Connections: Use mechanical or adhesive joints for permanently connecting railing components. Use wood blocks and padding to prevent damage to railing members and fittings. Seal recessed holes of exposed locking screws, using plastic cement filler colored to match finish of railings. B. Welded Connections: Use fully welded joints for permanently connecting railing components. Comply with requirements for welded connections in "Fabrication" Article, whether welding is performed in the shop or in the field. Retain "Expansion Joints" Paragraph below if expansion joints are required or revise to suit Project. Indicate locations on Drawings based on temperature changes expected and coefficient of expansion of metals involved. C. Expansion Joints: Install expansion joints at locations indicated but not farther apart than required to accommodate thermal movement. Provide slip-joint internal sleeve, extending 2 inches (50 mm) beyond joint on either side; fasten internal sleeve securely to one side; and locate joint within 6 inches (150 mm) of post. 3.4 ANCHORING METAL POSTS Retain type(s) of anchorage in this article to suit Project. Retain one of first two paragraphs below or delete both if not using posts in concrete. Coordinate with products retained in Part 2. A. Use stainless steel pipe sleeves preset and anchored into concrete for installing posts. After posts have been inserted into sleeves, fill annular space between post and sleeve with [nonshrink, nonmetallic grout] [or] [anchoring cement], mixed and placed to comply with anchoring material manufacturer's written instructions. B. Form or core-drill holes in accordance with engineering requirements for installing posts in concrete. Clean holes of loose material, insert posts, and fill annular space between post and concrete with [nonshrink, nonmetallic grout] [or] [anchoring cement], mixed and placed to comply with anchoring material manufacturer's written instructions. Copyright 2019 AIA MasterSpec Full Length 06/19 (PM updated 02/20) PRODUCT MASTERSPEC LICENSED BY DELTEK, INC. TO VIVA RAILINGS, LLC. DECORATIVE METAL RAILINGS 057300 - 20 Retain one of first two paragraphs below if retaining either concrete anchorage method. C. Cover anchorage joint with flange of same metal as post, [welded to post after placing anchoring material] [attached to post with setscrews]. D. Leave anchorage joint exposed with [1/8-inch (3-mm) buildup, sloped away from post] [anchoring material flush with adjacent surface]. Revise first paragraph below if posts are welded directly to supports. E. Anchor posts to metal surfaces with flanges, angle type, or floor type as required by c onditions, connected to posts and to metal supporting members as follows: Retain one of two subparagraphs below. Welded and bolted connections of aluminum should be specially detailed. 1. For stainless steel railings, weld flanges to posts and bolt to metal-supporting surfaces. Retain paragraph below if applicable. F. Install removable railing sections, where indicated, in slip-fit metal sockets cast in concrete. 3.5 ATTACHING RAILINGS Delete first two paragraphs below if railing ends are not returned to walls. A. Anchor railing ends to concrete and masonry with [sleeves concealed within] [flanges connected to] [brackets on underside of rails connected to] railing ends and anchored to wall construction with anchors and bolts. B. Anchor railing ends to metal surfaces with flanges bolted to metal surfaces and [welded to railing ends] [or] [connected to railing ends, using nonwelded connections]. C. Attach handrails to walls with wall brackets[, except where end flanges are used]. Provide brackets with [1-1/2-inch (38-mm)] <Insert dimension> clearance from inside face of handrail and finished wall surface. 1. Use type of bracket with [flange tapped for concealed anchorage to threaded hanger bolt] [predrilled hole for exposed bolt anchorage]. 2. Locate brackets as indicated or, if not indicated, at spacing required to support structural loads. D. Secure wall brackets[ and railing end flanges] to building construction as follows: 1. For concrete and solid masonry anchorage, use drilled-in expansion shields and hanger or lag bolts. 2. For hollow masonry anchorage, use toggle bolts. 3. For wood stud partitions, use hanger or lag bolts set into studs or wood backing between studs. Coordinate with carpentry work to locate backing members. Copyright 2019 AIA MasterSpec Full Length 06/19 (PM updated 02/20) PRODUCT MASTERSPEC LICENSED BY DELTEK, INC. TO VIVA RAILINGS, LLC. DECORATIVE METAL RAILINGS 057300 - 21 Retain one of three subparagraphs below if using steel studs. 4. For steel-framed partitions, use hanger or lag bolts set into[ fire-retardant-treated] wood backing between studs. Coordinate with stud installation to locate backing members. 5. For steel-framed partitions, fasten brackets directly to steel framing or concealed steel reinforcements using self-tapping screws of size and type required to support structural loads. 6. For steel-framed partitions, fasten brackets with toggle bolts installed through flanges of steel framing or through concealed steel reinforcements. 3.6 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL Retain this article if field testing for compliance with performance requirements is required. A. Testing Agency: Owner will engage a qualified testing agency to perform tests and inspections and to prepare test reports. Payment for these services will be made [by Owner] [from the testing and inspecting allowance, as authorized by Change Orders]. Revise "Extent and Testing Methodology" Paragraph below if more extensive testing is required. B. Extent and Testing Methodology: Testing agency will randomly select completed railing assemblies for testing that are representative of different railing designs and conditions in the completed Work. Test railings in accordance with ASTM E894 and ASTM E935 for compliance with performance requirements. C. Remove and replace railings where test results indicate that they do not comply with specified requirements unless they can be repaired in a manner satisfactory to Architect and comply with specified requirements. D. Perform additional testing and inspecting, at Contractor's expense, to determine compliance of replaced or additional work with specified requirements. 3.7 CLEANING A. Clean stainless steel by washing thoroughly with clean water and soap, rinsing with clean water, and wiping dry. B. Clean wood rails by wiping with a damp cloth and then wiping dry. 3.8 PROTECTION Maintain railing system with monthly washing with soap and water. This is particularly critical in salt environments or conditions to prevent corrosion. A. Protect finishes of railings from damage during construction period with temporary protective coverings approved by railing manufacturer. Remove protective coverings at time of Substantial Completion. Copyright 2019 AIA MasterSpec Full Length 06/19 (PM updated 02/20) PRODUCT MASTERSPEC LICENSED BY DELTEK, INC. TO VIVA RAILINGS, LLC. DECORATIVE METAL RAILINGS 057300 - 22 B. Restore finishes damaged during installation and construction period, so no evidence remains of correction work. Return items that cannot be refinished in the field to the shop; make required alterations and refinish entire unit, or provide new units. 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Call us at 833-44-PELLA or visit pella.com Connect with Pella: The confidence of Pella’s warrant y. Pella® products are backed by some of the strongest warranties in the business. See written limited warranty for details, including exceptions and limitations, at pella.com/warranty. LIMITED Dryvit Textured Acrylic Finishes (TAFS)™ 100% Acrylic Exterior Architectural Coatings Dryvit Textured Acrylic Finishes Specifications DSC197 Textured Acrylic Finishes (TAFS) DSC197 2 INTRODUCTION This document contains the Manufacturer’s Standard Specification for Dryvit Textured Acrylic Finishes (TAFS). These specifications follow the Construction Specification Institute’s 3-part format. TAILORING THE DRYVIT MANUFACTURER’S SPECIFICATIONS TO YOUR PROJECT. These specifications cover all the common ways of using TAFS. Most projects use only a few of the possible combinations of these materials and methods. To tailor the specifications to your project, simply use those sections/materials which apply. Also, it may be prudent to place certain parts of the Dryvit TAFS Specification in other parts of the project’s total specification, such as sealants and framing. The project design professionals are responsible for ensuring that the project specifications are suitable for the project. For assistance in preparing your specification, contact your Dryvit Distributor or Dryvit Systems Canada. UNITS English Units are included in parentheses after the Standard International (SI) equivalents thus: 13 mm (1/2 in) 16 Kg/m3 (1.0 pcf) Please note that the conversions may not be exact but rather represent commonly used equivalents. WARNING Dryvit TAFS are architectural coatings and must be detailed to prevent water from entering behind the wall. Specifications should be followed and proper details adhered to, in order to prevent water intrusion, resulting in possible damage to the wall or other building elements. Care should be taken to insure that all building elements, including without limitations, roof designs, windows, flashings, sealants, etc., are compatible with this system. DISCLAIMER Information contained in this specification conforms to product recommendations for the installation of Dryvit TAFS products as of the date of publication of this document and is presented in good faith. Dryvit Systems Canada. assumes no liability, expressed or implied, as to the architecture, engineering or workmanship of any project. To insure that you are using the latest, most complete information, contact Dryvit Systems Canada at: Dryvit Systems Canada 129 Ringwood Drive Stouffville, Ontario Canada L4A 8A2 (800) 263-3308 ** The Trained Contractor Certificate indicates certain employees of the company have been instructed in the proper application of Dryvit products and have received copies of Dryvit’s Application Instructions and Specifications. The Trained Contractor Program is not an apprenticeship or endorsement. Each trained contractor is an independent company experienced in the trade and bears responsibility for its own workmanship. Dryvit Systems Canada assumes no liability for the workmanship of a trained contractor. DRYVIT SYSTEMS CANADA Textured Acrylic Finishes (TAFS) DSC197 3 MANUFACTURER SPECIFICATION SECTION 09960 DRYVIT TEXTURED ACRYLIC FINISHES PART I GENERAL 1.01 SUMMARY A. This document is to be used in preparing specifications for projects utilizing Dryvit Textured Acrylic Finishes Option 1 and Option 2 B. Related Sections 1. Unit Masonry – Section 04200. 2. Concrete – Sections 03300 and 03400. 3. Light Gauge Cold Formed Steel Framing – Section 05400 4. Wood Framing – Section 06100 5. Sealants – Section 07900 6. Flashing – Section 07600 1.02 REFERENCES A. Section Includes: 1. ASTM B 117 (Federal Test Standard 141A Method 6061) Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray (Fog) Apparatus. 2. ASTM C 67 Test Method for Sampling and Testing Brick and Structural Tile. 3. ASTM C 150 Standard Specification for Portland Cement. 4. ASTM C 297 Standard Test Method for Flatwise Tensile Strength of Sandwich Constructions. 5. ASTM C 578 St andard Specification for Rigid, Cellular Polystyrene Thermal Insulation. 6. ASTM D 968 (Federal Test Standard 141A Method 6191) Standard Test Methods for Abrasion Resistance of Organic Coatings by Falling Abrasive. 7. ASTM D 2247 (Federal Test Standard 141A Method 6201) Standard Practice for Testing Water Resistance of Coatings in 100% Relative Humidity. 8. ASTM D 3273 Standard Test Method for Resistance to Growth of Mold on the Surface of Interior Coatings in an Environmental Chamber. 9. ASTM D 4060 Standard Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Organic Coatings by the Taber Abraser. 10. ASTM E 84 Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials. 11. ASTM E 96 Standard Test Method for Water Vapor Transmission of Materials. 12. ASTM E 331 Test Method for Water Penetration of Exterior Windows, Skylights, Doors, and Curtain Walls by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference. 13. ASTM E 2098 (Formerly EIMA Method 105.01) Test Method for Determining Tensile Breaking Strength of Glass Fiber Reinforcing Mesh for Use in Class PB Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) after Exposure to Sodium Hydroxide Solution. 14. ASTM G 154 Practice for Operating Fluorescent Light Apparatus for UV Exposure of Nonmetallic Materials. 15. ASTM G 155 (Federal Test Standard 141A Method 6151) Standard Practice for Operating-Xenon Arc Light Apparatus, for Exposure of Nonmetallic Materials. 16. DSC151, Custom Brick™ Polymer System Specifications For Use On Vertical Walls. 17. DSC152, Dryvit Cleaning and Recoating. 18. DSC153, Expansion Joints/Sealants. 19. DSC159, Dryvit Water Vapor Transmission. 20. DSC193, Dryvit ICF Finish System Details. 21. DSC194, Dryvit ICF Finish System Specifications. 22. DSC204, Dryvit Outsulation® System Application Instructions. 23. DSC456, Rapidry DM™ 35-50 or DSC457, Rapidry DM™ 50-75 Data Sheets. 24. EIMA Method 101.01 Standard Test Method for Freeze/Thaw Resistance of Exterior Insulation Finish Systems (EIFS), Class PB. 25. EIMA Method 101.86 Standard Test Method for Resistance of Exterior Insulation Finish Systems (EIFS), Class PB to the Effects of Rapid Deformation (Impact). 26. ICC ES AC219 Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems. 1.03 DEFINITIONS A. Contractor: The contractor that applies materials to the substrate. Textured Acrylic Finishes (TAFS) DSC197 4 B. Dryvit: Dryvit Systems Canada, the manufacturer of the coating materials, a Canadian corporation. C. Lamina: The layer consisting of the reinforced base coat and finish materials. D. Finish: An acrylic based finish, available in a variety of textures and colors, which is applied to the prepared wall surface. E. Reinforced Base Coat: The layer consisting of fiberglass reinforcing mesh fully embedded in the base coat material applied to the outside surface of the substrate. F. Reinforcing Mesh: Glass fiber mesh used to reinforce the base coat. G. Substrate: The material to which Dryvit TAFS are applied. 1.04 DESCRIPTION A. Dryvit TAFS are exterior architectural coatings and are available in two configurations: 1. Dryvit TAFS Option 1 consists of a Dryvit acrylic primer and Dryvit finish applied to various substrates. 2. Dryvit TAFS Option 2 consists of a Dryvit base coat, Dryvit reinforcing mesh, Dryvit acrylic primer (when specified) and Dryvit acrylic finish applied to various substrates. B. Design Requirements 1. Acceptable surfaces for Dryvit Textured Acrylic Finishes include: a. Poured-in-place and precast concrete. b. Unglazed brick and masonry units. c. Cement plaster. d. Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF’S) (TAFS Option 2 only) – Refer to Dryvit ICF specification (DSC194). e. EPS surfaced panels (TAFS Option 2 only) meeting ASTM C 578 Type I Properties. 2. Deflection of substrate systems shall not exceed 1/240 times the span. 3. Substrate systems shall be designed to meet all local building code requirements and shall be approved for use on this project. 4. Vapor Retarders – The use and location of vapor retarders within a wall assembly is the responsibility of the project designer and shall comply with local building code requirements. The type and location shall be noted on the project drawings and specifications. Vapor retarders may be inappropriate in certain areas and can result in condensation within the wall assembly. Refer to Dryvit Publication DSC159 for additional information. 5. Projecting surfaces shall have a minimum slope of 6:12 and maximum length of 305 mm (12 in). 6. The substrate shall be clean, smooth, planar and free of surface imperfections that would interfere with application of a surface coating. 7. TAFS shall be terminated a minimum of 200 mm (8 in) above finished grade. 8. Dark Colors – For application over EPS, the use of dark colors must be considered in relation to wall surface temperature as a function of local climatic conditions. Use of dark colors in high temperature climates can affect the performance of the EPS substrate. 9. Sealants a. Shall be manufactured and supplied by others. b. Shall be compatible with Dryvit TAFS materials. Refer to current Dryvit publication DSC153 for listing of sealants tested by sealant manufacturers for compatibility. c. The sealant backer rod shall be closed cell. Textured Acrylic Finishes (TAFS) DSC197 5 C. Performance Requirements: As a minimum the Dryvit materials shall be tested as follows: 1. Durability: TEST TEST METHOD CRITERIA RESULTS Abrasion Resistance ASTM D 968 No deleterious effects after 500 liters (528 quarts) No deleterious effects after 1000 liters (1056 quarts) ASTM G 155 Cycle 1 No deleterious effects after 5000 hours Accelerated Weathering ASTM G 154 Cycle 1 (QUV) No deleterious effects after 2000 hours No deleterious effects after 5000 hours EIMA 101.01 No deleterious effects after 60 cycles Passed - No deleterious effects after 90 cycles ASTM C 67 modified No deleterious effects after 60 cycles Passed - No deleterious effects after 60 cycles Freeze-Thaw ICC ES Procedure No deleterious effects after 10 cycles Passed - No deleterious effects after 10 cycles Mildew Resistance ASTM D 3273 No growth during 28 day exposure period No growth during 60 day exposure period Moisture Resistance ASTM D 2247 No deleterious effects after 14 days exposure No deleterious effects after 42 days exposure Taber Abrasion ASTM D 4060 N/A Passed 1000 cycles Salt Spray Resistance ASTM B 117 No deleterious effects after 300 hours exposure No deleterious effects after 1000 hours exposure Water Penetration*** ASTM E 331 ICC ES (AC219) No water penetration beyond the inner-most plane of the wall after 2 hours at 300 Pa (6.24 psf) Passed Alkali Resistance of Reinforcing Mesh ASTM E 2098 (formerly EIMA 105.01) > 21dN/cm (120 pli) retained tensile strength after exposure Passed Water Vapor Transmission ASTM E 96 Vapor permeable EPS 5 perm-inch Base Coat* 40 Perms Finish** 40 perms * Based on Dryvit Genesis® ** Based on Dryvit Quarzputz® *** TAFS Option 2 2. Impact Resistance: In accordance with EIMA Standard 101.86 Reinforcing Mesh/Weight g/m² (oz/yd²) Minimum Tensile Strengths EIMA Impact Classification EIMA Impact Range Joules (in-lbs) Impact Test Results Joules (in-lbs) Standard - 146 (4.3) 27 g/cm (150 lbs/in) Standard 3-6 (25-49) 4 (36) Standard Plus™ - 203 (6) 36 g/cm (200 lbs/in) Medium 6-10 (50-89) 6 (56) Intermediate® - 407 (12) 54 g/cm (300 lbs/in) High 10-17 (90-150) 12 (108) Panzer® 15 * - 509 (15) 71 g/cm (400 lbs/in) Ultra High >17 (>150) 18 (162) Panzer 20 * - 695 (20.5) 98 g/cm (550 lbs/in) Ultra High >17 (>150) 40 (352) Detail® Short Rolls - 146 (4.3) 27 g/cm (150 lbs/in) n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a Corner Mesh™ - 244 (7.2) 49 g/cm (274 lbs/in) n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a *Shall be used in conjunction with Standard Mesh Values based on testing over EPS substrate Textured Acrylic Finishes (TAFS) DSC197 6 3. Fire performance TEST TEST METHOD CRITERIA RESULTS Flame Spread ASTM E 84 All components shall have a Flame Spread Index < 25 Smoke Developed Index < 450 Passed 1.05 SUBMITTALS A. Product Data: The contractor shall submit to the owner/architect manufacturer’s product data sheets describing products, which will be used on the project. B. Samples: The contractor shall submit to the owner/architect two samples of each finish, texture, and color to be used on the project. The same tools and techniques proposed for the actual installation shall be used to prepare the samples. Samples shall be of sufficient size to accurately represent each color and texture to be utilized on the project. C. Test Reports: When requested, the contractor shall submit to the owner/architect copies of selected test reports verifying the performance of the system materials. 1.06 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Qualifications 1. Manufacturer: Shall be Dryvit Systems Canada. All materials shall be manufactured or sold by Dryvit and shall be purchased from Dryvit or its authorized distributor. a. Materials shall be manufactured at a facility covered by a current ISO 9001:2000 certification. Certification of the facility shall be done by a registrar accredited by the American National Standards Institute, Registrar Accreditation Board (ANSI-RAB). 2. Contractor: Shall be knowledgeable in the installation of the Dryvit materials and shall be experienced and competent in the application of Dryvit Textured Acrylic Finishes. Additionally, the contractor shall possess a current trained contractor certificate** from Dryvit for any of its Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems. 1.07 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING A. All Dryvit materials shall be delivered to the job site in the original, unopened packages with labels intact. B. Upon arrival, materials shall be inspected for physical damage, freezing, or overheating. Questionable materials shall not be used. 1. Materials shall be stored at the job site in a cool, dry location, out of direct sunlight, protected from weather and other sources of damage. Minimum storage temperature shall be as follows: a. Demandit®, Revyvit®: 7 °C (45 °F) b. Ameristone™, TerraNeo® and Lymestone™: 10 °C (50 °F) c. DPR, PMR™ and E Finishes™, Color Prime™, Primus®, Genesis, and NCB™: 4 °C (40 °F) d. Custom Brick Finish: Refer to Custom Brick Polymer Specification DSC151 e. For other products, refer to specific product data sheet. 2. Maximum storage temperature shall not exceed 38 °C (100 °F). NOTE: Minimize exposure of materials to temperatures over 32 °C (90 °F). Finishes exposed to temperatures over 43 °C (110 °F) for even short periods may exhibit skinning, increased viscosity and should be inspected prior to use. C. Protect all products from inclement weather and direct sunlight. 1.08 PROJECT CONDITIONS A. Environmental Requirements 1. Application of wet materials shall not take place during inclement weather unless appropriate protection is provided. Protect materials from inclement weather until they are completely dry. 2. At the time of application, the minimum air and wall surface temperatures shall be as follows: a. Demandit, Revyvit: 7 °C (45 °F) b. Ameristone, TerraNeo and Lymestone: 10 °C (50 °F) c. DPR, PMR and E Finishes, Color Prime, Primus, Genesis, and NCB: 4 °C (40 °F) d. Custom Brick Finish: Refer to Custom Brick Polymer Specification DSC151 e. For other products, refer to specific product data sheet. 3. These temperatures shall be maintained, with adequate air ventilation and circulation, for a minimum of 24 hours (48 hours for Ameristone, TerraNeo and Lymestone) thereafter, or until the products are completely dry. Refer to published product data sheets for more specific information. B. Existing Conditions: The contractor shall have access to electric power, clean water, and a clean work area at the location where the Dryvit materials are to be applied. 1.09 SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING Textured Acrylic Finishes (TAFS) DSC197 7 A. Installation of the Dryvit Textured Acrylic Finishes shall be coordinated with other construction trades. B. Sufficient manpower and equipment shall be employed to ensure a continuous operation, free of cold joints, scaffold lines, texture variations, etc. 1.10 LIMITED MATERIALS WARRANTY A. Dryvit Systems Canada shall provide a written, 10-year limited materials warranty against defective materials, upon written request. Dryvit shall make no other warranties, expressed or implied. Dryvit is not liable for incidental or consequential damages. Dryvit does not warrant workmanship. B. The applicator shall warrant workmanship separately. Dryvit shall not be responsible for workmanship associated with the installation of the Dryvit Textured Acrylic Finishes. 1.11 DESIGN RESPONSIBILITY A. It is the responsibility of both the specifier and the purchaser to determine if a product is suitable for its intended use. The designer selected by the purchaser shall be responsible for all decisions pertaining to design, detail, structural capability, attachment details, shop drawings, and the like. Dryvit has prepared guidelines in the form of specifications and product sheets to facilitate the design process only. Dryvit is not liable for any errors or omissions in design, detail, structural capability, attachment details, shop drawings, or the like, whether based upon the information prepared by Dryvit or otherwise, or for any changes which purchasers, specifiers, designers, or their appointed representatives may make to Dryvit’s published comments. 1.12 MAINTENANCE A. Maintenance and repair shall follow the procedures noted in Dryvit Outsulation System Application Instructions, DSC204. B. All Dryvit products are designed to minimize maintenance. However, as with all building products, depending on location, some cleaning may be required. See Dryvit publication DSC152 on Cleaning and Recoating. C. Sealants, flashings and other building envelope components shall be inspected on a regular basis and repairs made as necessary. PART II PRODUCT 2.01 MANUFACTURER A. All Dryvit Textured Acrylic Finishes shall be obtained from Dryvit or its authorized distributors. Substitutions or additions of materials other than specified will void the warranty. 2.02 MATERIALS A. Portland Cement: Shall be Type I or II, meeting ASTM C 150, white or gray in color, fresh and free of lumps. B. Water: Shall be clean and free of foreign matter. 2.03 COMPONENTS A. Base Coat (when specified) (required with TAFS Option 2 over EPS insulation): Shall be compatible with the substrate and reinforcing mesh(es). 1. Cementitious: A liquid polymer based material, which is field mixed in a 1:1 ratio by weight with Portland cement. a. Shall be Primus or Genesis. 2. Ready mixed: A dry blend cementitious, co-polymer based product, field mixed with water. a. Shall be Primus® DM, Genesis® DM, Genesis® DMS, Rapidry DM 35-50 or Rapidry 50-75. 3. Noncementitious: A factory-mixed, fully formulated, water-based product. a. Shall be NCB. B. Reinforcing Mesh(es) (when specified) (required with TAFS Option 2 over EPS insulation): Shall be a balanced open weave, glass fiber fabric treated for compatibility with other TAFS materials. NOTE: Reinforcing meshes are classified by impact resistance and specified by weight and tensile strength as listed in Section 1.04.C.2. 1. Shall be Standard, Standard Plus, Intermediate, Panzer 15, Panzer 20, Detail and Corner Mesh. C. Primers and Adhesion Promoter 1. Color Prime: Pigmented, acrylic based primer used to improve adhesion and uniformity of finish color. 2. Primer with Sand™: Pigmented acrylic based primer with sand improves adhesion and uniformity of finish color as well as application of trowel-applied finishes. 3. Color Prime-W™: A water based acrylic, semi transparent primer for use over cement plaster and other cementitious substrates. NOTE: Because it is semi transparent, tinted colors are affected by the color of the substrate. 4. Prymit®: Acrylic based adhesion promoter for use over previously painted surfaces. D. Finish: Shall be the type, color and texture as selected by the architect/owner and shall be one or more of the following: Textured Acrylic Finishes (TAFS) DSC197 8 1. Standard DPR (Dirt Pickup Resistance): Water-based, acrylic coating with integral color and texture and formulated with DPR chemistry: a. Quarzputz® DPR: Open-texture. b. Sandblast® DPR: Medium texture. c. Freestyle® DPR: Fine texture. d. Sandpebble® DPR: Pebble texture. e. Sandpebble® Fine DPR: Fine pebble texture. 2. E: Water-based, lightweight acrylic coating with integral color and texture and formulated with DPR chemistry: a. Quarzputz® E b. Sandpebble® E c. Sandpebble® Fine E 3. Specialty: Factory mixed, water-based acrylic: a. Ameristone: Multi-colored quartz aggregate with a flamed granite appearance. b. Stone Mist®: Ceramically colored quartz aggregate. c. Custom Brick Polymer Finish: Acrylic polymer-based finish used in conjunction with a proprietary template system to create the look of stone, brick, slate or tile. d. TerraNeo: 100% acrylic-based finish with large mica chips and multi-colored quartz aggregates. e. Lymestone: A premixed, 100% acrylic-based finish designed to replicate the appearance of limestone blocks. 4. Elastomeric DPR (Dirt Pickup Resistance): Water-based elastomeric acrylic coating with integral color and texture and formulated with DPR chemistry: a. Weatherlastic® Quarzputz b. Weatherlastic® Sandpebble c. Weatherlastic® Sandpebble Fine d. Weatherlastic® Adobe 5. Medallion Series PMR (Proven Mildew Resistance): Water-based acrylic coating with integral color and texture and formulated with PMR chemistry: a. Quarzputz® PMR b. Sandblast® PMR c. Freestyle® PMR d. Sandpebble® PMR e. Sandpebble® Fine PMR 6. Coatings and Sealers: a. Demandit b. Weatherlastic® Smooth c. Tuscan Glaze™ d. Revyvit e. SealClear™ PART III EXECUTION 3.01 EXAMINATION A. Prior to application of Dryvit TAFS, the contractor shall ensure that the substrate is of a type listed in Section 1.04.B.1 B. Prior to the installation of Dryvit TAFS, the architect or general contractor shall insure that all needed flashings and other waterproofing details have been completed, if such completion is required prior to the application of Dryvit TAFS. C. The contractor shall notify the general contractor and/or architect and/or owner of all discrepancies. Work shall not proceed until discrepancies have been corrected. 3.02 SURFACE PREPARATION A. The substrates shall be prepared so as to be free of foreign materials such as oil, dust, dirt, form-release agents, efflorescence, paint, wax, water repellents, moisture, frost and any other materials that inhibit adhesion. B. Concrete and masonry 1. Shall be dry and cured a minimum of 28 days. C. ICF (Insulated Concrete Forms) (TAFS Option 2 is required) 1. Refer to ICF Specifications (DSC194) and ICF Details (DSC193). 2. All gaps between ICF blocks shall be slivered with pieces of EPS. 3. The entire surface of the EPS shall be rasped to remove any UV degradation and provide a smooth, level surface for TAFS Option 2. D. EPS Surfaced Panels (TAFS Option 2 is required) 1. EPS shall meet the requirements of ASTM E 2430 and Dryvit specification DSC131. Textured Acrylic Finishes (TAFS) DSC197 9 2. All gaps between EPS pieces shall be slivered with pieces of EPS. 3. The entire surface of the EPS shall be rasped to remove any UV degradation and provide a smooth, level surface for TAFS Option 2. 4. EPS shall be properly supported by and attached to the substrate. E. Cement Plaster 1. Plaster shall be dry and cured a minimum of 28 days. 2. Plaster shall be floated using a wood or hard rubber float to ensure a surface with adequate "tooth" for the finish application. NOTE: Floating to an excessively smooth surface is not recommended and may result in cracking or poor adhesion of the finish coat. F. Exterior Cement and Calcium Silicate Boards (without joints) 1. Board surfaces shall be clean, dry and free of dust or other contaminants. 2. All fasteners shall be corrosion resistant and installed in a manner as to be flush with the surface of the board. G. Painted Surfaces 1. Shall be cleaned to remove all loose paint, dirt, dust, chalk, and any other materials that may inhibit adhesion. 2. Glossy surfaces shall be sanded to remove gloss and cleaned. 3. Test patches, located in inconspicuous areas should be prepared to verify adhesion. A minimum of one test every 46 m2 (500 sq. ft.) of wall area is recommended. 4. Application of Prymit is recommended for glossy and excessively chalked surfaces. 3.03 INSTALLATION A. The Dryvit materials shall be mixed and applied in accordance with current Dryvit printed product data sheets. B. Masonry Surfaces 1. Apply a continuous layer of Genesis or Genesis DM mixture over the entire wall surface to fill voids and provide a smooth level base for primer and finish application. Application thickness shall not exceed 3 mm (1/8 in) in a single pass. 2. When specified, a layer of reinforcing mesh is embedded into the wet base coat mixture and troweled smooth. 3. Allow the base coat mixture to cure a minimum of 24 hours until completely dry. Cool, humid conditions may require longer cure times. 4. Using a brush, roller, or airless spray equipment, apply a coat of Color Prime or Primer with Sand over the dry base coat surface, and allow to dry. 5. Apply the specified finish in accordance with Dryvit’s printed installation instructions. C. ICF (Insulated Concrete Forms) (TAFS Option 2 only) 1. Refer to printed Dryvit ICF Specifications (DSC194) and ICF Details (DSC193). 2. When specified, high impact meshes shall be installed at ground level, high traffic areas, and other areas exposed to or susceptible to impact damage. D. Cement Plaster, Poured in Place and Precast Concrete Surfaces 1. When specified, apply a continuous layer of Genesis or Genesis DM mixture over the entire wall surface to fill small voids and provide a smooth level base for primer and finish application. Application thickness shall not exceed 3 mm (1/8 in) in a single pass. 2. When specified, a layer of reinforcing mesh is embedded into the wet base coat mixture and troweled smooth. 3. Allow the base coat to cure a minimum of 24 hours until completely dry. Cool, humid conditions may require longer cure times. 4. Using a brush, roller, or airless spray equipment, apply a coat of Color Prime or Primer with Sand over the dry base coat or cleaned substrate, and allow to dry. 5. Apply the specified finish in accordance with Dryvit’s printed installation instructions for the specific finish being used. E. EPS Surfaced Panels (TAFS Option 2 only) 1. Dryvit reinforced base coat shall be applied in accordance with current Dryvit Outsulation System Application Instructions DSC204. 2. Apply a continuous layer of base coat and reinforcing mesh over the entire EPS surface in accordance with published instructions for the specific base coat being used. 3. All EPS terminations shall be encapsulated with reinforced base coat. 4. When specified, high impact meshes shall be installed at ground level, high traffic areas, and other areas exposed to or susceptible to impact damage. 5. Allow the base coat mixture to cure a minimum of 24 hours until completely dry. Cool, humid conditions may require longer cure times. Textured Acrylic Finishes (TAFS) DSC197 Printed in Canada R1:07-13-06 10 ©Dryvit Systems Canada 2006 6. Apply the specified finish in accordance with Dryvit’s printed installation instructions for the specific finish being used. F. Exterior Cement and Calcium Silicate Boards (without joints) 1. When specified, apply a continuous layer of Genesis over the sheathing face and embed a layer of reinforcing mesh into the wet base coat mixture such that the entire surface of the board is covered. 2. Allow the base coat to cure a minimum of 24 hours until completely dry. Cool, humid conditions may require longer cure times. 3. If base coat is not specified, using a brush, roller, or airless spray equipment, apply a coat of Color Prime Color Prime-W, or Primer with Sand over the face of the sheathing board and allow to dry. 4. Apply the finish in accordance with Dryvit’s printed installation instructions for the specified finish. G. Painted Surfaces 1. When specified, using a brush, roller, or airless spray equipment, apply a coat of Prymit over the prepared surface, and allow to dry. 2. Apply the finish in accordance with Dryvit’s printed installation instructions for the specified finish. NOTE: It is not recommended to skim painted surfaces with a cementitious base coat material. H. When specified, the base coat shall be applied such that the overall minimum thickness shall be sufficient to fully embed the mesh. The recommended method is to apply the base coat in two (2) passes. I. Sealant shall not be applied directly to textured finishes or base coat surfaces. Base coat surfaces which will be in direct contact with sealant shall be coated with Demandit or Color Prime. 3.04 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL A. The contractor shall be responsible for the proper application of Dryvit TAFS. B. Dryvit assumes no responsibility for on-site inspections or application of its products. C. If required, the contractor shall certify in writing the quality of work performed relative to the substrate system, details, installation procedures, workmanship and as to the specific products used. D. If required, the sealant contractor shall certify in writing that the sealant application is in accordance with the sealant manufacturer’s and Dryvit’s recommendations. 3.05 CLEANING A. All excess Dryvit materials shall be removed from the job site by the contractor in accordance with contract provisions and as required by applicable law. B. All surrounding areas, where Dryvit TAFS have been installed, shall be left free of debris and foreign substances resulting from the contractor’s work. 3.06 PROTECTION A. Dryvit TAFS shall be protected from weather and other sources of damage until dry and permanent protection in the form of flashings, sealants, etc. are installed. 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