PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS 1.2 SUMMARY 1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE 1.4 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING 1.5 PROJECT CONDITIONS.

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1 PROJECT #R1505-0l SECTION MAINTENANCE OF EXPOSED STEEL PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementmy Conditions and Division 0 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section. 1.2 SUMMARY A. Section includes treatment of exposed steel as follows: 1. Cleaning exposed steel. 2. Removing corrosion. 3. Removing paint and priming for repainting. 4. Stabilizing and protecting exposed steel. 5. Repairing exposed steel and replacing damaged and missing components in place. 6. Refinishing exposed steel in place. 1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Preinstallation Conference: Conduct conference at Project site. 1. Review methods and procedures related to treatment of exposed steel including, but not limited to, the following: a. Construction Schedule: Verify availability of materials, personnel, equipment, and facilities needed to make progress and avoid delays. b. Materials, material application, sequencing, tolerances, and required clearances. 1.4 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING A. Deliver and store exposed steel to ensure that products will not be deformed or othetwise damaged. 1.5 PROJECT CONDITIONS A. Weather Limitations: Proceed with treatment of exposed steel only when extstmg and forecasted weather conditions are within the environmental limits set by each manufacturds written instructions and specified requirements. MAINTENANCE OF EXPOSED STEEL

2 PROJECT #R PART 2- PRODUCTS 2.1 EXPOSED STEEL MATERIALS A. General: Provide exposed steel materials composed of the alloys, forms, and types that match existing exposed steels and have the ability to receive finishes matching existing finishes unless otherwise indicated. Exposed-to-view surfaces exhibiting imperfections inconsistent with existing materials are unacceptable. B. Steel: Standard and grade designated below for each form required: 1. Tubing: Cold formed, ASTM A Steel Plate, Shapes, and Bars: ASTM A 36/A 36M. 3. Steel Bars: ASTMA29/A29M, Grade Steel Sheet: ASTM A 1008/A 1008M, cold-rolled commercial steel sheet; matte finish; suitable for exposed applications. 2.2 CLEANING MATERIALS A. Abrasive Materials: I. Abrasives for Fenous Exposed steel Cleaning: Aluminum oxide paper, emery paper, fine steel wool, steel scrapers, and steel-wire bmshes of various sizes. B. Rust Remover: Manufacturer's standard phosphoric acid-based gel formulation, also called "naval jelly," for removing corrosion from iron and steel. 2.3 PAINT REMOVERS 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. Cathedral Stone Products, Inc. 2. Dumond Chemicals, Inc. 3. Hydroclean; Hydrochemical Techniques, Inc. 4. PROSOCO, Inc. B. Alkaline-Paste Paint Remover: Manufacturer's standard alkaline-paste formulation for removing paint from exposed steels. C. Covered or Skin-Forming Alkaline Paint Remover: Manufacturer's standard covered or skinfmming alkaline fonnulation for removing paint from exposed steel. MAINTENANCE OF EXPOSED STEEL

3 PROJECT #Rl505-0l 2.4 PROTECTIVE COATING MATERIALS A. Antimst Coating: Fast-curing, lead- and chromate-free, self-curing, universal modified-alkyd primer complying with MPI # Use coating requiring no better than SSPC-SP 3, "Power Tool Cleaning" surface preparation according to manufacturer's literature or cetiified statement. 2.5 MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS A. B. c. D. Nonsluinlc, Nonexposed steellic Grout: Factory-packaged, nonstaining, noncorrosive, nongaseous grout complying with ASTM C 1107/C 1107M. Provide grout specifically recommended by manufacturer for interior and exterior applications. Anchoting Cement: Factmy-packaged, nonshrink, nonstaining, hydraulic-controlled expansion cement formulation for mixing with water at Project site to create pourable anchoring, patching, and grouting compound. Masking Tape: Nonstaining, nonabsorbent material; compatible with chemical solutions being used and substrate surfaces; and that will easily come off entirely, including adhesive. Miscellaneous Products: Base selection of materials and methods of use on the following, subject to approval of a mockup: 1. Previous effectiveness in perfonning the work involved. 2. Little possibility of damaging exposed surfaces. 3. Consistency of each application. 4. Uniformity ofthe resulting overall appearance. 5. Do not use products or tools that could do the following: a. Remove, alter, or in any way harm the present condition or future preservation of surfaces, including sunounding surfaces not in contract. b. Leave an unintended residue on surfaces. 2.6 EXPOSED STEEL FABRICATION A. B. Fabricate exposed steel items and components in sizes and profiles to match existing exposed steel, with accurate curves, lines, and angles. Mill joints to a tight, hairline fit. Fonn assemblies and joints exposed to weather to resist water penetration and retention. Comply with A WS for recommended practices in welding and brazing. Clean exposed welded and brazed joints of flux, and dress exposed and contact surfaces. 2.7 FINISHES, GENERAL A. Comply with NAAMM's "Exposed steel Finishes Manual for Architectural and Exposed steel Products" for recommendations for applying and designating finishes. MAINTENANCE OF EXPOSED STEEL

4 PROJECT #Rl B. 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. 2.8 STEEL FINISHES A. B. Repair Primer: Manufacturer's standard, rust-inhibiting, fast-curing, lead- and chromate-free, universal primer, compatible with firmly adhered existing paint and applied finish. Comply with coating manufacturer's written instructions for cleaning, pretreatment, application, and minimum dry-film thickness. Finish Plimer: Primer complying with applicable requirements in Section "Exterior Painting" for finish painting of primed exposed steel. PART 3 -EXECUTION 3.1 PREPARATION A. B. General: Protect persons, motor vehicles, building site, plants, surrounding surfaces of building being restored, and sunounding buildings from harm resulting from historic treatment of decorative exposed steel. Comply with chemical-product manufacturer's written instructions for protecting building and other surfaces against damage from exposure to its products. Prevent chemical solutions from coming into contact with people, motor vehicles, landscaping, buildings, and other surfaces that could be harmed by such contact. 1. Cover adjacent surfaces with materials that are proven to resist chemical solutions being used unless the solutions will not damage adjacent surfaces. Apply masking agents to comply with manufacturer's written instructions. Do not apply liquid strippable masking agent to painted or porous surfaces. When no longer needed, promptly remove masking to prevent adhesive staining. 2. Keep wall wet below area being treated to prevent streaking from runoff. 3. Do not apply chemical solutions during winds of sufficient force to spread them to unprotected surfaces. 4. Neutralize and collect alkaline and acid wastes for disposal off Owner's property. 5. Dispose of runoff from operations by legal means and in a manner that prevents soil erosion, undermining of paving and foundations, damage to landscaping, and water penetration into building interiors. 3.2 TREATMENT PROCEDURES, GENERAL A. General: MAINTENANCE OF EXPOSED STEEL

5 PROJECT #Rl505-0l 1. Stabilize exposed steel to reestablish stmctural integrity and weather resistance while maintaining the existing form of each item. 2. Stop the progress of detetioration and corrosion by removing deteriorated coatings and conosion and reapplying protective coatings. 3. Repair items where stabilization is not sufficient to stop progress of detetioration. 4. Repair items in place and retain as much original matetial as possible. At Contractor's option, reproduce items. B. Repair Exposed Steel Item: Match existing materials and features, retaining as much original material as possible to complete the repair. 1. Unless otherwise indicated, repair exposed steel by patching, piecing-in, splicing, or othetwise reinforcing exposed steel with new exposed steel matching existing exposed steel. C. Replace Exposed Steel Component: Where indicated, duplicate and replace items with new exposed steel matching existing exposed steel. 1. Replace heavily deteriorated or missing parts or features of exposed steel with duplicate replacements. 2. Do not use substitute materials unless otherwise indicated. D. Repaint: Prepare painted decorative exposed steel by cleaning surface, removing less than finnly adhered existing paint, sanding edges smooth,and ptiming for painting as specified. A. Cleaning by Abrasive Blasting: Clean surfaces to remove dirtby dty blasting at maximum pressure of 60 psi with specified blasting abrasive propelled from a distance of 6 to 12 inches from the surface. Do not rinse ferrous exposed steels with water; wipe with damp cloths to remove residue. B. Chemical Rust Removal: 1. Remove loose mst scale with approved abrasives for fenous exposed steel cleaning. 2. Apply rust remover with bmshes or as recommended by manufacturer. 3. Allow rust remover to remain on surface for period recommended by manufacturer or as determined by preconstmction testing. Do not allow extended dwell time. 4. Wipe off residue with mineral spirits and either steel wool or soft rags, or clean with method recommended by manufacturer to remove residue. 5. Dty immediately with clean, soft cloths. Follow direction of grain in exposed steel. 6. Prime immediately to prevent mst. Do not touch cleaned exposed steel surface until primed. C. Mechanical Rust Removal: 1. Remove mst with approved abrasives for fenous exposed steel cleaning. 2. Wipe off residue with mineral spirits and either steel wool or soft rags. 3. Dty immediately with clean, soft cloths. Follow direction of grain in exposed steel. 4. Prime immediately to prevent mst. Do not touch cleaned exposed steel surface until primed. MAINTENANCE OF EXPOSED STEEL

6 PROJECT #R END OF SECTION MAINTENANCE OF EXPOSED STEEL

7 PROJECT #Rl505-0l SECTION PIPE AND TUBE RAILINGS PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementmy Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section. 1.2 SUMMARY A. Section Includes: 1. Steel pipe railings. 2. Stainless-steel pipe railings. B. Related Requirements: 1. Section "Maintenance of Exposed Steel" for repair of existing steel pipe and tube railings. 1.3 COORDINATION A. Coordinate selection of shop primers with topcoats to be applied over them. Comply with paint and coating manufacturers' written recommendations to ensure that shop primers and topc,:oats are compatible with one another. B. 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 masomy. Deliver such items to Project site in time for installation. C. Do not support railings temporarily by any means that do not satisfy structural perfonnance requirements. 1.4 ACTION SUBMITTALS A. Shop Drawings: Include plans, elevations, sections, details, and attachments to other work. B. Delegated-Design Submittal: For railings, including analysis data signed and sealed by the qualified professional engineer responsible for their preparation. PIPE AND TUBE RAILINGS

8 PROJECT #R1505-0l 1.5 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS A. Welding certificates. B. Mill Certificates: Signed by manufacturers of stainless-steel products certifying that products fumished comply with requirements. C. Paint Compatibility Certificates: From manufacturers of topcoats applied over shop primers certifying that shop primers are compatible with topcoats. 1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Welding Qualifications: Qualify procedures and personnel according to the following: 1. AWS Dl.l/Dl.lM, "Structural Welding Code- Steel." 2. AWS D1.6/D1.6M, "Structural Welding Code- Stainless Steel." 1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING A. Protect mechanical finishes on exposed surfaces from damage by applying a strippable, temporary protective covering before shipping. 1.8 FIELD CONDITIONS A. Field Measurements: Verify actual locations of walls and other construction contiguous with metal fabrications by field measurements before fabrication. PART 2- PRODUCTS 2.1 PERFORJ\!IANCE REQUIREMENTS A. Delegated Design: Engage a qualified professional engineer to design railings, including attachment to building construction. B. Structural Performance: 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: 1. Handrails and Top Rails of Guards: a. Unifonn load of 50 lbf/ ft. applied in any direction. b. Concentrated load of 200 lbf applied in any direction. c. Uniform and concentrated loads need not be assumed to act concurrently. C. Thermal Movements: Allow for thermal movements from ambient and surface temperature changes. PIPE AND TUBE RAILINGS

9 PROJECT #Rl505-0l 1. Temperature Change: 120 deg F. 2.2 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: Cast or fmmed metal of same type of mate1ial and finish as supported rails unless otherwise indicated. 2.3 STEEL AND IRON A. Tubing: ASTM A 500 (cold fonned). B. Pipe: ASTM A 53/A 53M, Type For TypeS, Grade A, Standard Weight (Schedule 40), unless another grade and weight are required by structural loads. 1. Provide galvanized finish for exterior installations and where indicated. C. Plates, Shapes, and Bars: ASTM A 36/A 36M. 2.4 STAINLESS STEEL A. Tubing: ASTM A 554, Grade MT 304. B. Pipe: ASTM A 312/A 312M, Grade TP FASTENERS A. General: Provide the following: 1. Hot-Dip Galvanized Railings: Type 304 stainless-steel or hot-dip zinc-coated steel fasteners complying with ASTM A 153/A 153M or ASTM F 2329 for zinc coating. 2. Stainless-Steel Railings: Type 304 stainless-steel fasteners. 3. Provide exposed fasteners with finish matching appearance, including color and texture, of railings. B. Fasteners for Anchoring Railings 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. Fasteners for Interconnecting Railing Components: 1. Provide concealed fasteners for interconnecting railing components and for attaching them to other work, unless otherwise indicated. PIPE AND TUBE RAILINGS

10 PROJECT #Rl505-0l 2. Provide concealed fasteners for interconnecting railing components and for attaching them to other work, unless exposed fasteners are unavoidable or are the standard fastening method for railings indicated. 3. Provide square or hex socketflat-head machine screws for exposed fasteners unless otherwise indicated. D. Post-Installed Anchors: Torque-controlled expansion anchors or chemical anchors capable of sustaining, without failure, a load equal to 6 times the load imposed when installed in unit masonry and 4 times the load imposed when installed in concrete, as determined by testing according to ASTM E 488/E 488M, conducted by a qualified independent testing agency. 2.6 MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS A. Welding Rods and Bare Electrodes: Select according to A WS specifications for metal alloy welded. 1. For stainless-steel railings, 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. B. Low-Emitting Materials: Paints and coatings shall comply with the testing and product requirements of the California Department of Public Health's (fonnerly, the California Department of Health Services') "Standard Method for the Testing and Evaluation of Volatile Organic Chemical Emissions from Indoor Sources Using Environmental Chambers." C. Etching Cleaner for Galvanized Metal: Complying with MPI#25. D. Galvanizing Repair Paint: High-zinc-dust-content paint complying with SSPC-Paint 20 and compatible with paints specified to be used over it. E. Shop Primers: Provide primers that comply with Section "Exterior Painting." F. Universal Shop Primer: Fast-curing, lead- and chromate-free, universal modified-alkyd primer complying with MPI#79 and compatible with topcoat. 1. Use ptimer containing pigments that make it easily distinguishable from zinc-rich primer. G. Shop Primer for Galvanized Steel: Primer formulated for exterior use over zinc-coated metal and compatible with finish paint systems indicated. H. Intermediate Coats and Topcoats: Provide products that comply with Section "Exte1ior Painting". I. Bituminous Paint: Cold-applied asphalt emulsion complying with ASTM D 1187 /D 1187M. J. Nonshrink, Nonmetallic Grout: Factory-packaged, nonstaining, noncorrosive, nongaseous grout complying with ASTM C 1107/C 1107M. Provide grout specifically recmmnended by manufacturer for interior and exterior applications. PIPE AND TUBE RAILINGS

11 PROJECT #Rl K. 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: provide formulation that is resistant to erosion from water exposure without needing protection by a sealer or waterproof coating and that is recommended by manufacturer for exterior use. 2.7 FABRICATION A. General: Fabricate railings to comply with requirements indicated for design, dimensions, member sizes and spacing, details, finish, and anchorage, but not less than that required to suppmi stmcturalloads. B. Shop assemble railings to greatest extent possible to minimize field splicing and assembly. Disassemble units only as necessary for shipping and handling limitations. Clearly mark units for reassembly and coordinated installation. Use connections that maintain stmctural value of joined pieces. C. Cut, drill, and punch metals cleanly and accurately. Remove buns and ease edges to a radius of approximately 1/32 inch unless othetwise indicated. Remove sharp or rough areas on exposed surfaces. D. Fmm work tme to line and level with accurate angles and surfaces. E. Fabricate connections that are exposed to weather in a manner that excludes water. Provide weep holes where water may accumulate. F. Cut, reinforce, drill, and tap as indicated to receive finish hardware, screws, and similar items. G. Connections: Fabricate railings with welded connections unless otherwise indicated. 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 surfaces smooth and blended so no roughness shows after finishing and welded surface matches contours of adjoining surfaces. I. Form Changes in Direction as Follows: 1. As detailed. J. For changes in direction made by bending, use jigs to produce uniform curvature for each repetitive configuration required. Maintain cross section of member throughout entire bend without buckling, twisting, cracking, or otherwise deforming exposed surfaces of components. PIPE AND TUBE RAILINGS

12 PROJECT #R K. Close exposed ends of railing members with prefabricated end fittings. L. Brackets, Flanges, Fittings, and Anchors: Provide wall brackets, flanges, miscellaneous fittings, and anchors to interconnect railing members to other work unless otherwise indicated. M. Provide inserts and other anchorage devices for connecting railings to concrete or masomy work. Fabricate anchorage devices capable of withstanding loads imposed by railings. Coordinate anchorage devices with supporting stmcture. N. For railing posts set in concrete, provide sleeves as indicated, with metal plate forming bottom closure. 2.8 STEEL AND IRON FINISHES A. Galvanized Railings: 1. Hot-dip galvanize exterior steel railings, including hardware, after fabrication. 2. Comply with ASTM A 123/A 123M for hot-dip galvanized railings. 3. Comply with ASTM A 153/A 153M for hot-dip galvanized hardware. 4. Do not quench or apply post galvanizing treatments that might interfere with paint adhesion. 5. Fill vent and drain holes that are exposed in the finished Work, unless indicated to remain as weep holes, by plugging with zinc solder and filing off smooth. B. For galvanized railings, provide hot-dip galvanized fittings, brackets, fasteners, sleeves, and other fenous components. C. Preparing Galvanized Railings for Shop Priming: After galvanizing, thoroughly clean railings of grease, dirt, oil, flux, and other foreign matter, and treat with etching cleaner. D. Preparation for Shop Priming: Prepare uncoated ferrous-metal surfaces to comply with requirements indicated below: 1. Exterior Railings: SSPC-SP 6/NACE No.3, "C01mnercial Blast Cleaning." 2. Railings Indicated to Receive Zinc-Rich Primer: SSPC-SP 6/NACE No.3, "Commercial Blast Cleaning." 3. Other Railings: SSPC-SP 3, "Power Tool Cleaning." E. Primer Application: Apply shop primer to prepared surfaces of railings unless otherwise indicated. Comply with requirements in SSPC-PA 1, "Shop, Field, and Maintenance Painting of Steel," for shop painting. Primer need not be applied to surfaces to be embedded in concrete or masomy. 1. Shop prime uncoated railings with primers specified in Section "Exterior Painting". 2. Do not apply primer to galvanized surfaces. 2.9 STAINLESS-STEEL FINISHES A. Remove tool and die marks and stretch lines, or blend into finish. PIPE AND TUBE RAILINGS

13 PROJECT #R1505-0l B. Grind and polish surfaces to produce unifmm, directionally textured, polished finish indicated, free of cross scratches Run grain with long dimension of each piece. C. Dull Satin Finish: No.6. D. When polishing is completed, passivate and rinse surfaces. Remove embedded foreign matter and leave surfaces chemically clean. PART 3 -EXECUTION 3.1 INSTALLATION, GENERAL A. Fit exposed connections together to fmm tight, hairline joints. B. Perfmm cutting, drilling, and fitting required for installing railings. Set railings accurately in location, alignment, and elevation; measured from established lines and levels and free of rack. 1. Do not weld, cut, or abrade surfaces of railing components that are coated or finished after fabrication and that are intended for field connection by mechanical or other means without further cutting or fitting. 2. Set posts plumb within a tolerance of 1/16 inch in 3 feet. 3. 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 114 inch in 12 feet. C. Control of Conosion: Prevent galvanic action and other forms of corrosion by insulating metals and other materials from direct contact with incompatible materials. 1. Coat, with a heavy coat of bituminous paint, concealed surfaces of aluminum that are in contact with grout, concrete, masomy, wood, or dissimilar metals. D. Adjust railings before anchoring to ensure matching alignment at abutting joints. E. Fastening to In-Place Construction: Use anchorage devices and fasteners where necessary for securing railings and for properly transfening loads to in-place construction. 3.2 RAILING CONNECTIONS A. Nonwelded Connections: Use mechanical or adhesive joints for permanently connecting railing components. 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 perfonned in the shop or in the field. PIPE AND TUBE RAILINGS

14 PROJECT #R C. Expansion Joints: Install expansion joints at locations indicated but not farther apart than required to accommodate the1mal movement. Provide slip-joint intemal sleeve extending 2 inches beyond joint on either side, fasten intemal sleeve securely to one side, and locate joint within 6 inches of post. 3.3 ANCHORING POSTS A. Use metal sleeves preset and anchored into concrete for installing posts. After posts are 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 not less than 6 inches deep and 3/4 inch larger than OD of post for installing posts in concrete. Clean holes of loose material, insert posts, and fill annular space between post and concrete with nonsluinlc, nonmetallic grout or anchming cement, mixed and placed to comply with anchoring material manufacturer's written instructions. C. Leave anchorage joint exposed with 1/8-inch buildup, sloped away from post. 3.4 ADJUSTING AND CLEANING A. Clean stainless steel by washing thoroughly with clean water and soap and rinsing with clean water. B. Touchup Painting: Immediately after erection, clean field welds, bolted connections, and abraded areas of shop paint, and paint exposed areas with the same material as used for shop painting to comply with SSPC-PA 1 requirements for touching up shop-painted surfaces. 1. Apply by brush or spray to provide a minimum 2.0-mil dry film thickness. C. Touchup Painting: Cleaning and touchup painting of field welds, bolted connections, and abraded areas of shop paint are specified in Section "Exterior Painting". D. Galvanized Surfaces: Clean field welds, bolted connections, and abraded areas, and repair galvanizing to comply with ASTM A 780/A 780M. 3.5 PROTECTION A. Protect finishes of railings from damage during constmction pe1iod with temporaty protective coverings approved by railing manufacturer. Remove protective coverings at time of Substantial Completion. END OF SECTION PIPE AND TUBE RAILINGS