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	SECTION 05520
	HANDRAILS AND RAILINGS
	Copyright 2013 ARCAT, Inc. - All rights reserved
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Kee Safety, Inc.; pipe railing fittings. . This section is based on the products of Kee Safety, Inc., which is located at:
	100 Stradtman St. Buffalo, NY 14206. Toll Free Tel: (800) 851-5181 Tel: (716)896-4949. Fax: (716) 896-5696. Email: info@keeklamp.com. Web: www.keeklamp.com [ Click Here ] for additional information.
	Kee Klamp produces the world's leading structural pipe fittings, with over 100 million units sold. Kee Klamp fittings are available in more countries, more styles, more sizes, and more colors than any other brand of structural fitting. Since 1934, Kee Klamp has been dedicated to providing the world with a versatile, economical, and durable method of building tubular structures. .
	PART 1	GENERAL
	1.1	SECTION INCLUDES
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete items below not required for project.
		A.	Handrails and guardrails
		B.	Guardrails for hatches and openings.
		C.	Safety barriers.
		D.	Roof edge protection.
	1.2	RELATED SECTIONS
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required.
		A.	Section 05500 - Metal Fabrications: Associated metal supports.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Roof Edge Protection and Roof Hatch protection only. Delete if not required.
		B.	Section 07400 - Membrane Roofing: Coordination of roof edge protection installation.
	1.3	REFERENCES
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete references from the list below that are not actually required by the text of the edited section.
		A.	Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADA).
		B.	American National Standards Institute (ANSI) - A21.l Safety Requirements for Floor and Wall Openings, Railings and Toe Boards.
		C.	American National Standards Institute (ANSI) - A58.l Minimum Design Loads in Buildings and Other Structures.
		D.	American National Standards Institute (ANSI) - Al 17.1 Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities.
		E.	American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) A47 - Standard Specification for Ferritic Malleable Iron Castings.
		F.	American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) A53 - Standard Specification for Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot-Dipped, Zinc-Coated, Welded and Seamless.
		G.	American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) A153 - Standard Specification for Zinc Coating (Hot-Dip) on Iron and Steel Hardware.
		H.	Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA): 1910.23 - Guarding Floor and Wall Openings and Holes.
	1.4	SUBMITTALS
		A.	Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
		B.	[ Product Data ]: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:
			1.	Preparation instructions and recommendations.
			2.	Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
			3.	Installation methods.
		C.	Shop Drawings: Drawings showing fabrication and installation of handrails and guardrails including plans, elevations, sections, details of components, anchor details, and attachment to adjoining units of work.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete selection samples if colors have already been selected.
		D.	Selection Samples: For each finish product specified, two complete sets of color chips representing manufacturer's full range of available colors and patterns.
		E.	Verification Samples: For each finish product specified, two samples, minimum size 6 inches (150 mm) square, representing actual product, color, and patterns.
	1.5	QUALITY ASSURANCE
		A.	Railings Structural Requirements:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following are typical structural requirements for rails. Modify for the location of your project if required by code or other authorities..
			1.	Handrail, wall rail and guardrail assemblies and attachments shall withstand a minimum concentrated load of 200 pounds (90719 g) applied horizontally or vertically down at any point on the top rail.
			2.	Infill area of guardrail system capable of withstanding a horizontal concentrated load of 200 pounds (90719 g) applied to one square foot (8165 g/sm) at any point in the system. Load not to act concurrently with loads on top rail of system in determining stress on guardrail.
			3.	Handrail assemblies and guards shall be designed to resist a load of 50 pounds per linear foot (0.73 kN/m) applied in any direction at the top and to transfer this load through the supports to the structure.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include a mock-up if the project size and/or quality warrant taking such a precaution. The following is one example of how a mock-up on a large project might be specified. When deciding on the extent of the mock-up, consider all the major different types of work on the project.
		B.	Mock-Up: Provide a mock-up for evaluation of surface preparation techniques and application workmanship.
			1.	Install in areas designated by Architect.
			2.	Do not proceed with remaining work until workmanship and installation are approved by Architect.
			3.	Refinish mock-up area as required to produce acceptable work.
	1.6	DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
		A.	Materials to be delivered to the job site in good condition and adequately protected against damage as handrails are a finished product.
		B.	Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation.
	1.7	PROJECT CONDITIONS
		A.	Maintain environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, and ventilation) within limits recommended by manufacturer for optimum results. Do not install products under environmental conditions outside manufacturer's absolute limits.
		B.	Field Measurements: Where handrails and railings are indicated to fit to other construction, check actual dimensions of other construction by accurate field measurements before fabrication; show recorded measurements on final shop drawings.
			1.	Where field measurements cannot be made without delaying the railing fabrication and delivery, obtain guaranteed dimensions in writing by the Contractor and proceed with fabrication of products to not delay fabrication, delivery and installation.
		C.	Coordinate fabrication and delivery schedule of handrails with construction progress and sequence to avoid delay of railing installation.
	PART 2	PRODUCTS
	2.1	MANUFACTURERS
		A.	Acceptable Manufacturer: Kee Safety, Inc., which is located at: 100 Stradtman St. ; Buffalo, NY 14206; Toll Free Tel: 800-851-5181; Tel: 716-896-4949; Fax: 716-896-5696; Email: request info; Web: keesafety.com
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs; coordinate with requirements of Division 1 section on product options and substitutions.
		B.	Substitutions: Not permitted.
		C.	Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01600.
	2.2	SYSTEMS
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete pipe railings if not required.
		A.	Handrails and Guardrails: Provide pipe, fittings, and accessories as indicated or required to match design indicated on the Drawings..
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete fitting material not required. Aluminum available in pipe sizes 6 through 9 only.
			1.	Fittings: Aluminum.
			2.	Fittings: Cast iron.
			3.	Handrail Pipe Size:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete pipe size not required.
				a.	1-1/2 inches (38 mm) industry standard - 1.90 inches (48 mm) O D.
				b.	1-1/2 inches O D (38 mm).
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete infill reference if not required.
			4.	Infill Panels: As indicated. Refer to Drawings.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete opening protection if not required.
		B.	Guardrails for Hatches and Openings: Railing system consisting of a top rail, mid rail, and chain or swinging gate, with the hatch curb acting as the toe plate. Extend railing system to a height of at least 42 inches (1067 mm) from the finished roof deck.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete pipe not required.
			1.	Pipe: Galvanized pipe, 1-1/4 inches (32 mm).
			2.	Pipe: Aluminum pipe 1-1/2 inches (38 mm).
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete base not required.
			3.	Base: Fixed base.
			4.	Base: Ground socket base.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete design not required.
			5.	Style: Three sided.
			6.	Style: Two sided.
			7.	Style: As indicated. Refer to drawings.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete safety barrier if not required.
		C.	Safety Barriers: Provide Kwik Kit System, including pipe railings, uprights, bases and fittings as indicated or required by drawings to match design indicated.
			1.	Safety barrier system with 42 inches (1067 mm) height to provide a pedestrian egress barrier to withstand a minimum load of 200 lb (90719 g) in any direction to all components per OSHA Regulation 29 CFR 1910.23.
			2.	Pipe: Steel, 1.90 inches (48 mm) OD.
			3.	Rails and Posts: Safety yellow powder coated finish.
			4.	Fasteners: 304 or 305 stainless steel.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete roof edge protection if not required.
		D.	Roof Edge Protection: Provide freestanding KeeGuard Roof Edge Protection System, including pipe railings, uprights, bases, counterweights and fittings.
			1.	Freestanding counterweighted guardrail system with 42 inch (1067 mm) minimum height to provide a pedestrian egress barrier on the roof to withstand a minimum load of 200 lb (90719 g) in any direction to all components per OSHA Regulation 29 CFR 1910.23.
			2.	Pipe: Steel 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) schedule 40, galvanized.
			3.	Rails and Posts: 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) diameter.
			4.	Mounting Bases: Steel bases are galvanized and are supplied with a rubber pad on underside of the component.
			5.	Counterweights: Steel Counterweights are supplied with a rubber pad on the underside of the component.
			6.	Fasteners: Type 304 or 305 stainless steel.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete custom design if not required.
		E.	Custom Design: Provide pipe, fittings, and accessories as indicated or required by Drawings to match design indicated.
	2.3	MATERIALS
		A.	Pipe:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete pipe material not required.
			1.	Steel Pipe: ASTM A53 Grade B seamed tube.
			2.	Aluminum pipe.
		B.	Fittings, Including Elbows, Crossovers, Wall flanges, Tees, Couplings:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete fitting material not required.
			1.	Galvanized Malleable Cast Iron: Kee Klamp structural pipe fittings, ASTM A447 with ASTM A153 galvanizing.
			2.	Aluminum Alloy: High grade aluminum silicon magnesium alloy.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete paint finish if not required.
		C.	Finish: Polyester factory applied spray coating.
		D.	Fasteners: Type 304 or 305 stainless steel.
	2.4	FABRICATION
		A.	Fit and shop assemble components in largest practical sizes for delivery to site.
		B.	Upright tops shall be plugged with weather and light resistant material.
		C.	Assemble components with joints tightly fitted and secured. Accurately form components to suit installation.
	PART 3	EXECUTION
	3.1	EXAMINATION
		A.	Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly prepared.
		B.	If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.
	3.2	PREPARATION
		A.	Coordinate post setting drawings, diagrams, templates, instructions, and directions for installation of anchorages, such as sleeves, concrete inserts, anchor bolts, and miscellaneous items having integral anchors that are to be embedded in concrete and masonry construction.
			1.	Coordinate delivery of anchorages to project site.
			2.	Coordinate that blocking is in place for all mounting fasteners.
		B.	Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the best result for the substrate under the project conditions.
	3.3	INSTALLATION
		A.	Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
		B.	Fit exposed connections accurately together to form tight joints. For all connections with Kee Klamp fittings, each set screw is to be tightened to 29 foot pounds (39 N-m) of torque.
		C.	Perform cutting, drilling, and fitting required for installation of handrails. Set handrails and accurately in location, alignment, and elevation, measured from established lines and levels.
		D.	Set posts plumb within a tolerance of 1/8 inch (3 mm).
	3.4	PROTECTION
		A.	Protect installed products until completion of project.
		B.	Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.
	END OF SECTION