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1 SECTION VISUAL DISPLAY SURFACES PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section. 1.2 SUMMARY A. Section Includes: 1. Markerboards. 2. Tackboards. 1.3 DEFINITIONS A. Tackboard: Framed or unframed, tackable, visual display board assembly. B. Visual Display Board Assembly: Visual display surface that is factory fabricated into composite panel form, either with or without a perimeter frame; includes chalkboards, markerboards, and tackboards. 1.4 ACTION SUBMITTALS A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated. Include construction details, material descriptions, dimensions of individual components and profiles, and finishes for visual display surfaces. B. Shop Drawings: For visual display surfaces. Include plans, elevations, sections, details, and attachments to other work. 1. Show locations of panel joints. 2. Include sections of typical trim members. C. Samples for Initial Selection: For each type of visual display surface indicated, for units with factory-applied color finishes, and as follows: 1. Actual sections of porcelain-enamel face sheet. 2. Fabric swatches of vinyl fabric-faced tack assemblies. 3. Include accessory Samples to verify color selected. D. Samples for Verification: For each type of visual display surface indicated. VISUAL DISPLAY SURFACES

2 1. Visual Display Surface: Not less than 8-1/2 by 11 inches (215 by 280 mm), mounted on substrate indicated for final Work. Include one panel for each type, color, and texture required. 2. Trim: 6-inch- (152-mm-) long sections of each trim profile. 3. Display Rail: 6-inch- (152-mm-) long sections. 4. Rail Support System: 6-inch- (152-mm-) long sections. 5. Accessories: Full-size Sample of each type of accessory. E. Product Schedule: For visual display surfaces. Use same designations indicated on Drawings. 1.5 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS A. Qualification Data: For qualified Installer. B. Product Test Reports: Based on evaluation of comprehensive tests performed by a qualified testing agency, for surface-burning characteristics of fabrics. C. Warranties: Sample of special warranties. 1.6 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS A. Operation and Maintenance Data: For visual display surfaces to include in maintenance manuals. 1.7 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Source Limitations: Obtain visual display surfaces from single source from single manufacturer. B. Surface-Burning Characteristics: As determined by testing identical products according to ASTM E 84 by a qualified testing agency. Identify products with appropriate markings of applicable testing agency. 1. Flame-Spread Index: 25 or less. 2. Smoke-Developed Index: 450 or less. 1.8 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING A. Deliver factory-built visual display surfaces, including factory-applied trim where indicated, completely assembled in one piece without joints, where possible. If dimensions exceed maximum manufactured panel size, provide two or more pieces of equal length as acceptable to Architect. When overall dimensions require delivery in separate units, prefit components at the factory, disassemble for delivery, and make final joints at the site. B. Store visual display surfaces vertically with packing materials between each unit. VISUAL DISPLAY SURFACES

3 1.9 PROJECT CONDITIONS A. Environmental Limitations: Do not deliver or install visual display surfaces until spaces are enclosed and weathertight, wet work in spaces is complete and dry, work above ceilings is complete, and temporary HVAC system is operating and maintaining ambient temperature and humidity conditions at occupancy levels during the remainder of the construction period. B. Field Measurements: Verify actual dimensions of construction contiguous with visual display surfaces by field measurements before fabrication. 1. Allow for trimming and fitting where taking field measurements before fabrication might delay the Work WARRANTY A. Special Warranty for Porcelain-Enamel Face Sheets: Manufacturer's standard form in which manufacturer agrees to repair or replace porcelain-enamel face sheets that fail in materials or workmanship within specified warranty period. 1. Failures include, but are not limited to, the following: a. Surfaces lose original writing and erasing qualities. b. Surfaces exhibit crazing, cracking, or flaking. 2. Warranty Period: 50 years from date of Substantial Completion. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.1 MATERIALS, GENERAL A. Vinyl Fabric: Mildew resistant, washable, complying with FS CCC-W-408D, Type II, burlap weave; weighing not less than 13 oz./sq. yd. (440 g/sq. m) ; with surface-burning characteristics indicated. B. Hardboard: ANSI A135.4, tempered. C. Particleboard: ANSI A208.1, Grade M-1, made with binder containing no urea formaldehyde, that complies with the testing and product requirements of the California Department of Health Services' "Standard Practice for the Testing of Volatile Organic Emissions from Various Sources Using Small-Scale Environmental Chambers." D. Fiberboard: ASTM C 208. E. Extruded Aluminum: ASTM B 221 (ASTM B 221M), Alloy VISUAL DISPLAY SURFACES

4 2.2 MARKERBOARD ASSEMBLIES A. Porcelain-Enamel Markerboards: Balanced, high-pressure, factory-laminated markerboard assembly of three-ply construction consisting of backing sheet, core material, and [0.021-inch- (0.53-mm-) thick, porcelain-enamel face sheet with low-gloss finish. 1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, available manufacturers offering products that may be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, the following: a. AARCO Products, Inc. b. Best-Rite Manufacturing. c. Claridge Products and Equipment, Inc. d. Ghent Manufacturing, Inc. e. Greensteel, Inc. f. Marsh Industries, Inc.; Visual Products Group. g. Platinum Visual Systems; a division of ABC School Equipment, Inc. h. PolyVision Corporation; a Steelcase company. 2. Particleboard Core: 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) thick; with inch- (0.127-mm-) thick, inch- (0.38-mm-) thick, aluminum sheet. 3. Laminating Adhesive: Manufacturer's standard, moisture-resistant thermoplastic type. 2.3 TACKBOARD ASSEMBLIES A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, available manufacturers offering products that may be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. AARCO Products, Inc. 2. Best-Rite Manufacturing. 3. Claridge Products and Equipment, Inc. 4. Ghent Manufacturing, Inc. 5. Greensteel, Inc. 6. Marsh Industries, Inc.; Visual Products Group. 7. Platinum Visual Systems; a division of ABC School Equipment, Inc. 8. PolyVision Corporation; a Steelcase company. B. Vinyl-Fabric-Faced Tackboard: Vinyl fabric factory laminated to 3/8-inch- (9.5-mm-) fiberboard backing. thick 2.4 MARKERBOARD AND TACKBOARD ACCESSORIES A. Aluminum Frames and Trim: Fabricated from not less than inch- (1.57-mm-) extruded aluminum; standard size and shape. 1. Factory-Applied Trim: Manufacturer's standard. thick, B. Factory-Applied Wood Trim: Red oak, not less than 1/2 inch (13 mm) thick; standard size and shape. C. Chalktray: Manufacturer's standard, continuous. VISUAL DISPLAY SURFACES

5 1. Box Type: Extruded aluminum with slanted front, grooved tray, and cast-aluminum end closures. D. Map Rail: Provide the following accessories: 1. Display Rail: Continuous and integral with map rail; fabricated from cork approximately 1 to 2 inches (25 to 50 mm) wide. 2. End Stops: Located at each end of map rail. 3. Map Hooks: Two map hooks for every 48 inches (1219 mm) of map rail or fraction thereof. 4. Flag Holder: One for each room. 5. Paper Holder: Extruded aluminum; designed to hold paper by clamping action. E. Special-Purpose Graphics: Fuse or paint the following graphics into surface of porcelainenamel visual display unit: 1. Music staff lines. 2.5 FABRICATION A. Porcelain-Enamel Visual Display Assemblies: Laminate porcelain-enamel face sheet and backing sheet to core material under heat and pressure with manufacturer's standard flexible, waterproof adhesive. B. Visual Display Boards: Factory assemble visual display boards unless otherwise indicated. 1. Where factory-applied trim is indicated, trim shall be assembled and attached to visual display boards at manufacturer's factory before shipment. C. Factory-Assembled Visual Display Units: Coordinate factory-assembled units with trim and accessories indicated. Join parts with a neat, precision fit. 1. Make joints only where total length exceeds maximum manufactured length. Fabricate with minimum number of joints, balanced around center of board. 2. Provide manufacturer's standard vertical-joint spline system between abutting sections of markerboards. 3. Where size of visual display boards or other conditions require support in addition to normal trim, provide structural supports or modify trim as indicated or as selected by Architect from manufacturer's standard structural support accessories to suit conditions indicated. D. Modular Visual Display Boards: Fabricated with integral panel clips attached to core material. E. Aluminum Frames and Trim: Fabricate units straight and of single lengths, keeping joints to a minimum. Miter corners to a neat, hairline closure. 1. Where factory-applied trim is indicated, trim shall be assembled and attached to visual display units at manufacturer's factory before shipment. VISUAL DISPLAY SURFACES

6 2.6 GENERAL FINISH REQUIREMENTS A. Comply with NAAMM's "Metal Finishes Manual for Architectural and Metal Products" for recommendations for applying and designating finishes. B. Protect mechanical finishes on exposed surfaces from damage by applying a strippable, temporary protective covering before shipping. C. Appearance of Finished Work: Noticeable variations in same piece are not acceptable. Variations in appearance of adjoining components are acceptable if they are within the range of approved Samples and are assembled or installed to minimize contrast. 2.7 ALUMINUM FINISHES A. Clear Anodic Finish: AAMA 611, AA-M12C22A31, Class II, mm or thicker. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 EXAMINATION A. Examine substrates and conditions, with Installer present, for compliance with requirements for installation tolerances, surface conditions of wall, and other conditions affecting performance of the Work. B. Examine walls and partitions for proper preparation and backing for visual display surfaces. C. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected. 3.2 PREPARATION A. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions for surface preparation. B. Clean substrates of substances that could impair the performance of and affect the smooth, finished surfaces of visual display boards, including dirt, mold, and mildew. C. Prepare surfaces to achieve a smooth, dry, clean surface free of flaking, unsound coatings, cracks, defects, projections, depressions, and substances that will impair bond between visual display surfaces and wall surfaces. 3.3 INSTALLATION, GENERAL A. General: Install visual display surfaces in locations and at mounting heights indicated on Drawings, or if not indicated, at heights indicated below. Keep perimeter lines straight, level, and plumb. Provide grounds, clips, backing materials, adhesives, brackets, anchors, trim, and accessories necessary for complete installation. VISUAL DISPLAY SURFACES

7 3.4 INSTALLATION OF VISUAL DISPLAY WALL COVERING A. Install visual display wall covering according to requirements specified in Section "Wall Coverings." B. General: Comply with visual display wall covering manufacturers' written installation instructions. C. Install seams horizontal and level, with lowest seam 24 inches (610 mm) above finished floor. Railroad fabric (reverse roll direction) to ensure color matching. D. Double cut seams, with no gaps or overlaps. Remove air bubbles, wrinkles, blisters, and other defects. E. After installation, clean visual display wall covering according to manufacturer's written instructions. Remove excess adhesive at finished seams, perimeter edges, and adjacent surfaces. 3.5 CLEANING AND PROTECTION A. Clean visual display surfaces according to manufacturer's written instructions. Attach one cleaning label to visual display surface in each room. B. Touch up factory-applied finishes to restore damaged or soiled areas. C. Cover and protect visual display surfaces after installation and cleaning. END OF SECTION VISUAL DISPLAY SURFACES

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9 SECTION SIGNS PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section. 1.2 SUMMARY A. This Section includes the following: 1. Panel signs. (Interior and Exterior) 2. Signage accessories. B. Related Sections include the following: 1. Division 1 Section "Temporary Facilities and Controls" for temporary project identification signs. 1.3 SUBMITTALS A. Product Data: Include construction details, material descriptions, dimensions of individual components and profiles, and finishes for each type of sign. B. Shop Drawings: Include plans, elevations, and large-scale sections of typical members and other components. Show mounting methods, grounds, mounting heights, layout, spacing, reinforcement, accessories, and installation details. 1. Obtain message list from Owner and provide message list for each sign, including largescale details of wording, lettering, and braille layout. C. Samples for Initial Selection: For each type of sign material indicated that involves color selection. D. Samples for Verification: For each type of sign, include the following Samples to verify color selected: 1. Panel Signs: Full-size Samples of each type of sign required. 2. Approved samples will not be returned for installation into Project. E. Qualification Data: For Installer. F. Maintenance Data: For signage cleaning and maintenance requirements to include in maintenance manuals. 1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Installer Qualifications: An authorized representative of signage manufacturer for installation and maintenance of units required for this Project. B. Source Limitations: Obtain each sign type through one source from a single manufacturer. SIGNS

10 C. Regulatory Requirements: Comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and with code provisions as adopted by authorities having jurisdiction. 1.5 PROJECT CONDITIONS A. Field Measurements: Where sizes of signs are determined by dimensions of surfaces on which they are installed, verify dimensions by field measurement before fabrication and indicate measurements on Shop Drawings. 1.6 COORDINATION A. For signs supported by or anchored to permanent construction, advise installers of anchorage devices about specific requirements for placement of anchorage devices and similar items to be used for attaching signs. 1. For signs supported by or anchored to permanent construction, furnish templates for installation of anchorage devices. B. Coordinate location of remote transformers with building construction. Ensure that transformers are accessible after completion of Work. 1.7 ACTION SUBMITTALS A. Product Data: For each type of product. B. Shop Drawings: For panel signs. 1. Include fabrication and installation details and attachments to other work. 2. Show sign mounting heights, locations of supplementary supports to be provided by others, and accessories. 3. Show message list, typestyles, graphic elements, including raised characters and Braille, and layout for each sign at least half size. C. Samples for Verification: For each type of sign assembly showing all components and with the required finish(es), in manufacturer's standard size unless otherwise indicated and as follows: 1. Panel Signs: Full-size Sample, including corner. 2. Room-Identification Signs: Full-size Sample. 3. Exposed Accessories: Full-size Sample of each accessory type. D. Sign Schedule: Use same designations specified or indicated on Drawings or in a sign schedule. E. Delegated-Design Submittal: For [signs indicated in "Performance Requirements" Article] <Insert sign designations>. 1. Include structural analysis calculations for signs indicated to comply with design loads; signed and sealed by the qualified professional engineer responsible for their preparation. 1.8 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS A. Qualification Data: For manufacturer. B. Sample Warranty: For special warranty. SIGNS

11 1.9 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS A. Maintenance Data: For signs to include in maintenance manuals FIELD CONDITIONS A. Field Measurements: Verify locations of anchorage devices embedded in permanent construction by other installers by field measurements before fabrication, and indicate measurements on Shop Drawings WARRANTY A. Special Warranty: Manufacturer agrees to repair or replace components of signs that fail in materials or workmanship within specified warranty period. 1. Failures include, but are not limited to, the following: a. Deterioration of finishes beyond normal weathering. b. Deterioration of embedded graphic image. c. Separation or delamination of sheet materials and components. 2. Warranty Period: Five years from date of Substantial Completion PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.1 MANUFACTURERS A. In other Part 2 articles where titles below introduce lists, the following requirements apply for product selection: 1. Available Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, manufacturers offering products that may be incorporated into the Work include, the manufacturers specified. 2.2 PANEL SIGNS A. General: Provide panel signs that comply with requirements indicated for materials, thicknesses, finishes, colors, designs, shapes, sizes, and details of construction. 1. Produce smooth panel sign surfaces constructed to remain flat under installed conditions within tolerance of plus or minus 1/16 inch (1.5 mm) measured diagonally. B. Available Manufacturers: 1. ASI Sign Systems, Inc. 2. InPro Corporation 3. Intelligent Signage, Inc. 4. Mohawk Sign Systems. SIGNS

12 C. Melamine Plastic Laminate Sheet: Mohawk Graphic Process Series 200A - Sand Carved using format D., 1/8" total thickness as a basis of design. Acrylic sheet must be UV Stable and Outdoor Weatherable. (Applied letters, numbers, tactile and braille characters WILL NOT be accepted). 1. Color: As selected by Architect from manufacturer's full range. D. Unframed Panel Signs: Fabricate signs with edges mechanically and smoothly finished to comply with the following requirements: 1. Corner Condition: Rounded to ¼ radius indicated with beveled edges. E. Graphic Content and Style: Provide sign copy that complies with requirements indicated on Drawings for size, style, spacing, content, mounting height and location, material, finishes, and colors of signage. F. Changeable Message Inserts: Fabricate signs to allow insertion of changeable messages in the form of slide-in inserts. G. Tactile and Braille Copy: Manufacturer's standard process for producing copy complying with ADA Accessibility Guidelines and ICC/ANSI A Text shall be accompanied by Grade 2 braille. Produce precisely formed characters with square cut edges free from burrs and cut marks. 1. Panel Material: Opaque acrylic sheet. 2. Raised-Copy Thickness: Not less than 1/32 inch (0.8 mm). 2.3 ACCESSORIES A. Mounting Methods: Use concealed mechanical fasteners fabricated from materials that are not corrosive to sign material and mounting surface. B. Anchors and Inserts: Provide nonferrous-metal or hot-dip galvanized anchors and inserts for exterior installations and elsewhere as required for corrosion resistance. Use toothed steel or lead expansion-bolt devices for drilled-in-place anchors. Furnish inserts, as required, to be set into concrete or masonry work. 2.4 FINISHES, GENERAL A. Comply with NAAMM's "Metal Finishes Manual for Architectural and Metal Products" for recommendations for applying and designating finishes. B. Protect mechanical finishes on exposed surfaces from damage by applying strippable, temporary protective covering before shipping. C. Appearance of Finished Work: Variations in appearance of abutting or adjacent pieces are acceptable if they are within one-half of range of approved Samples. Noticeable variations in same piece are not acceptable. Variations in appearance of other components are acceptable if they are within range of approved Samples and are assembled or installed to minimize contrast. SIGNS

13 PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 EXAMINATION A. Examine substrates, areas, and conditions, with Installer present, for compliance with requirements for installation tolerances and other conditions affecting performance of work. B. Verify that items, including anchor inserts, provided under other sections of Work are sized and located to accommodate signs. C. Examine supporting members to ensure that surfaces are at elevations indicated or required to comply with authorities having jurisdiction and are free from dirt and other deleterious matter. D. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected. 3.2 INSTALLATION A. General: Locate signs and accessories where indicated, using mounting methods of types described and in compliance with manufacturer's written instructions. 1. Install signs level, plumb, and at heights indicated, with sign surfaces free from distortion and other defects in appearance. 2. Interior Wall Signs: Install signs on walls adjacent to latch side of door where applicable. Where not indicated or possible, such as double doors, install signs on nearest adjacent walls. Locate to allow approach within 3 inches (75 mm) of sign without encountering protruding objects or standing within swing of door. B. Wall-Mounted Panel Signs: Attach panel signs to wall surfaces using methods indicated below: 1. Mechanical Fasteners: Use countersunk mechanical fasteners placed through predrilled holes. Attach signs with fasteners and anchors suitable for secure attachment to substrate as recommended in writing by sign manufacturer. 3.3 CLEANING AND PROTECTION A. After installation, clean soiled sign surfaces according to manufacturer's written instructions. Protect signs from damage until acceptance by Owner. END OF SECTION SIGNS

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15 SECTION METAL LOCKERS PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section. 1.2 SUMMARY A. This Section includes the following: 1. Knocked-down, quiet corridor metal lockers. B. Related Sections include the following: 1. Division 6 Section "Miscellaneous Carpentry" for concealed wood support base, furring, blocking, and shims required for installing metal lockers and concealed within other construction before metal locker installation. 1.3 DEFINITIONS A. Uncoated Steel Sheet Thicknesses: Indicated as the minimum thicknesses. 1.4 SUBMITTALS A. Product Data: Include construction details, material descriptions, dimensions of individual components and profiles, and finishes for each type of metal locker. 1. Refer to Division 1 Section Submittal Procedures for shop drawing submittal requirements. B. Shop Drawings: Include plans, elevations, sections, details, and attachments to other work. 1. Show enclosed base, filler panels, and other accessories. 2. Include locker identification system. a. Provide space for Owner to provide numbering sequence on the drawings. C. Samples for Initial Selection: For units with factory-applied color finishes. 1. Provide samples for all surfaces for specified furnishings that require finish and/or color selection. 2. Provide a item breakdown of required finishes and/or color selections for each item specified D. Samples for Verification: For metal lockers in manufacturer's standard sizes. E. Qualification Data: For Installer. METAL LOCKERS

16 F. Maintenance Data: For adjusting, repairing, and replacing locker doors and latching mechanisms to include in maintenance manuals. G. Warranty: Special warranty specified in this Section. 1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Installer Qualifications: An authorized representative of metal locker manufacturer for installation and maintenance of units required for this Project. B. Source Limitations: Obtain metal lockers and accessories through one source from a single manufacturer. C. Product Options: Drawings indicate size, profiles, and dimensional requirements of metal lockers and are based on the specific system indicated. Refer to Division 1 Section "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. D. Regulatory Requirements: Where metal lockers are indicated to comply with accessibility requirements, comply with the U.S. Architectural & Transportation Barriers Compliance Board's "Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and Facilities (ADAAG)," ICC A117.1, and FED-STD-795, "Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards." 1. Provide not less than 1 shelf located no higher than 54 inches (1372 mm) above the floor for side reach. 2. Provide 1 shelf located at bottom of locker no lower than 9 inches (230 mm) above the floor for side reach. 3. Provide hardware that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist, and that operates with a force of not more than 5 lbf (22.2 N). E. Pre-installation Conference: Conduct conference at Project site to comply with requirements in Division 1 Section "Project Management and Coordination." 1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING A. Refer to Division 1 Section Summary of Furnishings and Equipment Work for requirements for the following: 1. Coordinating delivery and installation schedule. 2. Delivery and unloading. 3. On-site inspection. 4. Disposal and removal of shipping cartons and packing materials. B. Do not deliver furnishings until building is enclosed and other construction within spaces where furnishings will be installed is substantially complete and ready for installation. METAL LOCKERS

17 C. Protect finished surfaces from soiling and damage during handling and installation. Keep covered with polyethylene film or other protective covering. D. Pack and ship to avoid damage according to manufacturer's recommendations E. Do not accept damaged products at the site. 1.7 PROJECT CONDITIONS A. Field Measurements: Verify the following by field measurements before fabrication and indicate measurements on Shop Drawings: 1. Concealed framing, blocking, and reinforcements that support metal lockers before they are enclosed. 1.8 COORDINATION A. Coordinate sizes and locations of framing, blocking, furring, reinforcements, and other related units of Work specified in other Sections to ensure that metal lockers can be supported and installed as indicated. 1.9 WARRANTY A. Special Warranty: Manufacturer's standard form in which manufacturer agrees to repair or replace components of metal lockers that fail in materials or workmanship, excluding finish, within specified warranty period. 1. Failures include, but are not limited to, the following: a. Structural failures. b. Faulty operation of latches and other door hardware. 2. Damage from deliberate destruction and vandalism is excluded. 3. Warranty Period for Knocked-Down Metal Lockers: Two years from date of Substantial Completion. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.1 MANUFACTURERS A. In other Part 2 articles where titles below introduce lists, the following requirements apply to product selection: 1. Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide one of the products specified. 2.2 MATERIALS A. Cold-Rolled Steel Sheet: ASTM A 1008, Commercial Steel (CS) Type B, suitable for exposed applications. METAL LOCKERS

18 B. Expanded Metal: ASTM F 1267, Type II (flattened), Class I, 3/4-inch (19-mm) with at least 70 percent open area. steel mesh, C. Stainless-Steel Sheet: ASTM A 666, Type 304. D. Extruded Aluminum: ASTM B 221 (ASTM B 221M), alloy and temper recommended by aluminum producer and manufacturer for type of use and finish indicated. E. Fasteners: Zinc- or nickel-plated steel, slotless-type exposed bolt heads, and self-locking nuts or lock washers for nuts on moving parts. F. Anchors: Select material, type, size, and finish required for secure anchorage to each substrate. 1. Provide nonferrous-metal or hot-dip galvanized anchors and inserts on inside face of exterior walls for corrosion resistance. 2. Provide toothed-steel or lead expansion sleeves for drilled-in-place anchors. 2.3 KNOCKED-DOWN, QUIET CORRIDOR METAL LOCKERS (Types A and E). A. Products: 1. Lyon Workspace Products; Standard Quiet Lockers. 2. Penco Products, Inc., Subsidiary of Vesper Corporation; Guardian Lockers. 3. Republic Storage Systems Company; Quiet Lockers. 4. General Storage Systems - Decor TRI-LOK Eclipse I Lockers 5. Art Metal Products - Standard Quite KD Lockers 6. List Industries - Superior Standard Quiet KD Lockers B. Locker Arrangement: Double tier. C. Body: Assembled by riveting or bolting body components together. Fabricate from unperforated, cold-rolled steel sheet with thicknesses as follows: 1. Tops, Bottoms, and Intermediate Dividers: inch (0.55 mm) (24 gauge), with single bend at sides. 2. Backs and Sides: inch (0.55 mm) thick, (24 gauge), with full-height, doubleflanged connections. 3. Shelves: inch (0.55 mm) thick, (24 gauge), with double bend at front and single bend at sides and back. D. Frames: Channel formed; fabricated from inch- (1.35-mm-) thick, (16 gauge), coldrolled steel sheet; lapped and factory welded at corners; with top and bottom main frames factory welded into vertical main frames. Form continuous, integral door strike full height on vertical main frames. 1. Cross Frames between Tiers: Channel formed and fabricated from same material as main frames; welded to vertical frame members. E. Doors: One-piece; fabricated from inch- (1.35-mm-) thick, (16 gauge), cold-rolled steel sheet; formed into channel shape with double bend at vertical edges, and with right-angle single bend at horizontal edges. 1. Doors less than 12 inches (305 mm) wide may be fabricated from inch- (1.1-mm- ) thick, (18 gauge), cold-rolled steel sheet. METAL LOCKERS

19 2. Reinforcement: Manufacturer's standard reinforcing angles, channels, or stiffeners for doors more than 15 inches (381 mm) wide; welded to inner face of doors. 3. Stiffeners: Manufacturer's standard full-height stiffener fabricated from inch- (0.85-mm-) thick, cold-rolled steel sheet; welded to inner face of doors. 4. Sound-Dampening Panels: Manufacturer's standard, designed to stiffen doors and reduce sound levels when doors are closed, of die-formed metal with full perimeter flange and sound-dampening material; welded to inner face of doors. 5. Door Style: Unperforated panel. a. Concealed Vents: Slotted perforations in top and bottom horizontal return flanges of doors. F. Hinges: Self-closing; welded to door and attached to door frame with not less than 2 factoryinstalled rivets per hinge that are completely concealed and tamper resistant when door is closed; fabricated to swing 180 degrees. 1. Knuckle Hinges: Steel, full loop, 5 knuckles, tight pin; minimum 2 inches (51 mm) high. Provide not less than 3 hinges for each door more than 42 inches (1067 mm) high. G. Recessed Door Handle and Latch: Stainless-steel cup with integral door pull, recessed so locking device does not protrude beyond face of door; pry resistant. 1. Multipoint Latching: Finger-lift latch control designed for use with padlocks; positive automatic and prelocking. a. Latch Hooks: Equip doors 48 inches (1219 mm) and higher with 3 latch hooks and doors less than 48 inches (1219 mm) high with 2 latch hooks; fabricated from minimum inch- (2.5-mm-) thick steel; welded or riveted to full-height door strikes; with resilient silencer on each latch hook. b. Latching Mechanism: Manufacturer's standard rattle-free latching mechanism and moving components isolated with vinyl or nylon to prevent metal-to-metal contact, and incorporating a prelocking device that allows locker door to be locked while door is open and then closed without unlocking or damaging lock or latching mechanism. H. Equipment: Equip each metal locker with identification plate and the following, unless otherwise indicated: 1. Double-Tier Units: One double-prong ceiling hook and two single-prong wall hooks. I. Accessories: J. 1. Legs: Fabricated from inch- (1.35-mm-) thick, cold-rolled steel sheet. a. Closed Front and End Bases: Fabricated from inch- (0.85-mm-) thick, cold-rolled steel sheet. K. Finish: Baked enamel or powder coat. 1. Color(s): As selected by Architect from manufacturer's full range. 2.4 FABRICATION A. General: Fabricate metal lockers square, rigid, and without warp; with metal faces flat and free of dents or distortion. Make exposed metal edges free of sharp edges and burrs, and safe to touch. METAL LOCKERS

20 1. Form body panels, doors, shelves, and accessories from one-piece steel sheet, unless otherwise indicated. 2. Provide fasteners, filler plates, supports, clips, and closures as required for a complete installation. B. Unit Principle: Fabricate each metal locker with an individual frame; individual top, bottom, and back; and common intermediate uprights separating compartments. C. Knocked-Down Construction: Fabricate metal lockers for nominal assembly at Project site using nuts, bolts, screws, or rivets. Factory weld frame members together to form a rigid, onepiece assembly. D. Hooks: Manufacturer's standard ball-pointed type, aluminum or steel; zinc plated. E. Identification Plates: Manufacturer's standard etched, embossed, or stamped aluminum plates; with numbers and letters at least 3/8 inch (9 mm) high. F. Filler Panels: Fabricated in an unequal leg angle shape; finished to match lockers. Provide slip joint filler angle formed to receive filler panel. 2.5 STEEL SHEET FINISHES A. General: Comply with NAAMM's "Metal Finishes Manual for Architectural and Metal Products" for recommendations for applying and designating finishes. B. Factory finish steel surfaces and accessories except stainless-steel and chrome-plated surfaces. C. Surface Preparation: Clean surfaces of dirt, oil, grease, mill scale, rust, and other contaminants that could impair paint bond. Use manufacturer's standard methods. D. Baked-Enamel Finish: Immediately after cleaning, pretreating, and phosphatizing, apply manufacturer's standard thermosetting baked-enamel finish. Comply with paint manufacturer's written instructions for application, baking, and minimum dry film thickness. E. Powder-Coat Finish: Immediately after cleaning and pretreating, electrostatically apply manufacturer's standard baked-polymer thermosetting powder finish. Comply with resin manufacturer's written instructions for application, baking, and minimum dry film thickness. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 EXAMINATION A. Examine walls, floors, and support bases, with Installer present, for compliance with requirements for installation tolerances and other conditions affecting performance of work. B. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected. METAL LOCKERS

21 3.2 INSTALLATION A. General: Install level, plumb, and true; shim as required, using concealed shims. 1. Anchor locker runs at ends and at intervals recommended by manufacturer, but not more than 36 inches (910 mm) o.c. Install anchors through backup reinforcing plates, channels, or blocking as required to prevent metal distortion, using concealed fasteners. 2. Anchor single rows of metal lockers to walls near top of lockers and to floor. 3. Anchor back-to-back metal lockers to floor. B. Knocked-Down Metal Lockers: Assemble knocked-down metal lockers with standard fasteners, with no exposed fasteners on door faces or face frames. C. Equipment and Accessories: Fit exposed connections of trim, fillers, and closures accurately together to form tight, hairline joints, with concealed fasteners and splice plates. 1. Attach hooks with at least two fasteners. 2. Attach door locks on doors using security-type fasteners. 3. Identification Plates: Identify metal lockers with identification plates. a. Attach plates to each locker door, near top, centered, with at least two aluminum rivets. 4. Attach finished end panels with fasteners only at perimeter to conceal exposed ends of nonrecessed metal lockers. 3.3 ADJUSTING, CLEANING, AND PROTECTION A. Clean, lubricate, and adjust hardware. Adjust doors and latches to operate easily without binding. Verify that integral locking devices operate properly. B. Protect metal lockers from damage, abuse, dust, dirt, stain, or paint. Do not permit metal locker use during construction. C. Touch up marred finishes, or replace metal lockers that cannot be restored to factory-finished appearance. Use only materials and procedures recommended or furnished by metal locker manufacturer. 3.4 SCHEDULE A. Please be advised that the schedule below is for the bidder s assistance in verifying quantities. If there is a discrepancy between the Drawings and the quantities listed below, the bidder shall provide the larger quantity total. Item Quantity Description E 168 lockers Knocked-Down, Quiet Corridor Metal Lockers 336 openings Double Tier, 12"x12"x60"H. Each Tier 12 x12 x30 H. END OF SECTION METAL LOCKERS

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23 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS, CABINETS, AND ACCESSORIES PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section. 1.2 SUMMARY A. This Section includes the following: 1. Fire extinguishers. 2. Fire extinguisher cabinets. 1.3 SUBMITTALS A. General: Submit the following in accordance with Conditions of Contract and Division 1 Specification Sections. B. Product data for each type of product specified. For fire extinguisher cabinets include rough-in dimensions, details showing mounting methods, relationships of box and trim to surrounding construction, door hardware, cabinet type and materials, trim style, door construction, panel style, and materials. C. Samples for initial selection purposes in form of manufacturer's color charts showing full range of colors available for those units with factory-applied color finishes. 1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Single-Source Responsibility: Obtain fire extinguishers and cabinets from one source from a single manufacturer. B. UL-Listed Products: Fire extinguishers UL-listed and bear UL "Listing Mark" for type, rating, and classification of extinguisher. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.1 MANUFACTURERS

24 A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following: 1. Ansul Fire Protection, Wormald US Inc. 2. J.L. Industries. 3. Larsen's Manufacturing Co. 4. Modern Metal Products by Muckle. 5. Potter-Roemer, Inc. 6. Walter Kidde, Division of Kidde, Inc. 2.2 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS A. General: Provide fire extinguishers for each extinguisher cabinet and other locations indicated, in colors and finishes selected by Architect from manufacturer's standard, which comply with requirements of governing authorities. 1. Fill and service extinguishers to comply with requirements of governing authorities and manufacturer. 2. Abbreviations indicated below identify extinguisher types related to UL classification and rating system and not necessarily to type and amount of extinguishing material contained in extinguisher. 3. Multi-Purpose Dry Chemical Type: U/L rated in enameled steel containers. a. FE-1 Units, 2A-10B:C, 5-lb nominal capacity. 2.4 FIRE EXTINGUISHER CABINETS A. General: Provide fire extinguisher cabinets where indicated, of suitable size for housing fire extinguishers of types and capacities indicated. B. Construction: Manufacturer's standard enameled steel box, with trim, frame, door, and hardware to suit cabinet type, trim style, and door style indicated. Weld all joints and grind smooth. Miter and weld perimeter door frames. C. Cabinet Type: Suitable for mounting conditions indicated, of the following types: 1. Semirecessed: Cabinet box (tub) partially recessed in walls of shallow depth. D. Trim Style: Fabricate trim in one piece with corners mitered, welded, and ground smooth. 1. Exposed Trim: One-piece combination trim and perimeter door frame overlapping surrounding wall surface with exposed trim face and wall return at outer edge (backbend). a. Rolled-Edge Trim with 2-1/2-inch backbend depth. b. Trim Metal: Of same metal and finish as door

25 E. Door Material: Manufacturer's standard as follows: Aluminum frame with 3mm white textured acrylic." 1. Aluminum-Backed Acrylic: Manufacturer's standard aluminum-backed obscure acrylic with silk-screen lettering or design applied to back of acrylic face. a. Acrylic: Textured. F. Identify fire extinguisher in cabinet with lettering spelling "FIRE EXTINGUISHER" applied to door. Provide lettering to comply with requirements indicated for letter style, color, size, spacing, and location or, if not otherwise indicated, as selected by Architect from manufacturer's standard arrangements. 1. Application Process: Silk screen. H. Door Style: Manufacturer's standard design. 1. Fully glazed panel with frame. Frame to be 1/2" thick, fabricated with tubular stiles and rails and hollow metal design. I. Door Hardware: Provide manufacturer's standard door-operating hardware of proper type for cabinet type, trim style, and door material and style indicated. Provide either lever handle with cam action latch, or door pull, exposed or concealed, and friction latch. Provide concealed or continuous-type hinge permitting door to open 180 deg. 2.5 FINISHES FOR FIRE EXTINGUISHER CABINETS, GENERAL A. Comply with NAAMM "Metal Finishes Manual" for recommendations relative to application and designations of finishes. B. Protect mechanical finishes on exposed surfaces from damage by application of strippable, temporary protective covering prior to shipment. 2.6 STEEL FIRE EXTINGUISHER CABINET FINISHES A. Surface Preparation: Solvent-clean surfaces in compliance with SSPS-SP 1 to remove dirt, oil, grease, and other contaminants that could impair paint bond. Remove mill scale and rust, if present, from uncoated steel in compliance with SSPC-SP 5 (White Metal Blast Cleaning) or SSPC-SP 8 (Pickling). B. Baked Enamel Finish: Immediately after cleaning and pretreatment, apply manufacturer's standard 2-coat baked enamel finish consisting of prime coat and thermosetting topcoat. Comply with paint manufacturer's instructions for application and baking to achieve a minimum dry film thickness of 2.0 mils

26 1. Color and Gloss: As selected by Architect from manufacturer's standard choices for color and gloss. a. Exterior of cabinet except for those surfaces indicated to receive another finish. b. Interior of cabinet. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 INSTALLATION A. Install items included in this section in locations and at mounting heights indicated, or if not indicated, at heights to comply with applicable regulations of governing authorities. 1. Prepare recesses in walls for fire extinguisher cabinets as required by type and size of cabinet and style of trim and to comply with manufacturer's instructions. 2. Securely fasten mounting brackets and fire extinguisher cabinets to structure, square and plumb, to comply with manufacturer's instructions. 3. Where exact location of surface-mounted cabinets and bracket-mounted fire extinguishers is not indicated, locate as directed by Architect. END OF SECTION