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	SECTION 05720
	ORNAMENTAL HANDRAILS AND RAILINGS
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	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Tubular Specialties Manufacturing, Inc.; stainless, aluminum, and brass railings. . This section is based on the products of Tubular Specialties Manufacturing, 1nc., which is located at: 13011 South Spring Street Los Angeles, CA 90061-1685 Tel: 800-225-5876, 800-472-2227, or 310-515-4801 Fax: 310-217-0653 E-mail: tsm@calltsm.com www.calltsm.com . Tubular Specialties Manufacturing (TSM) is a family business that was founded in 1966. The company has built a reputation for reliability, quality, service, and value. Also, true to its name, TSM prides itself on fabricating custom jobs with expertise and craftsmanship, whether it's modifying a product to other than standard dimensions or designing brand new concepts to accommodate particular project requirements. . TSM manufactures its products in Los Angeles and ships worldwide. Warehouses are located in Los Angeles, New Jersey, and Washington. .
	PART 1	GENERAL
	1.1	SECTION INCLUDES
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete items below not required for project.
		A.	Stainless steel handrails, balusters, and fittings.
		B.	Aluminum handrails, balusters, and fittings.
		C.	Brass handrails, balusters, and fittings.
		D.	Structural glass railing system.
	1.2	RELATED SECTIONS
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required.
		A.	Section 03300 - Cast-In-Place Concrete: Placement of anchors in concrete.
		B.	Section 04810 - Unit Masonry Assemblies: Placement of anchors in masonry.
		C.	Section 05510 - Metal Stairs: Handrails associated with standard metal stairs.
		D.	Section 05520 - Handrails and Railings: Handrails other than decorative handrails specified in this section.
		E.	Section 06200 - Finish Carpentry: Wood handrails.
		F.	Section 08800 - Glazing: Glass baluster infill.
		G.	Section 10800 - Toilet, Bath, and Laundry Accessories: Grab bars and other toilet room railings.
	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.	ASTM A 269 - Standard Specification for Seamless and Welded Austenitic Stainless Steel Tubing for General Service; 2001.
		B.	ASTM A 276 - Standard Specification for Stainless Steel Bars and Shapes; 2000a.
		C.	ASTM A 554 - Standard Specification for Welded Stainless Steel Mechanical Tubing; 1998.
		D.	ASTM B 135 - Standard Specification for Seamless Brass Tube; 2000.
		E.	ASTM B 135M - Standard Specification for Seamless Brass Tube (Metric); 2000.
		F.	ASTM B 221 - Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles, and Tubes; 2000.
		G.	ASTM B 221M - Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles, and Tubes (Metric); 2000.
		H.	ASTM C 1048 - Standard Specification for Heat-Treated Flat Glass -- Kind HS, Kind FT Coated and Uncoated Glass; 1997b.
	1.4	SUBMITTALS
		A.	Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
		B.	[ Product Data ]: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including dimensions, finish information, details of function, and mounting details.
		C.	Selection Samples: Manufacturer's standard color chips for selection of colors and finishes.
		D.	Verification Samples: Submit samples of each product specified, illustrating color and finish.
		E.	Shop Drawings:
			1.	Locate each specified unit in project.
			2.	Indicate mounting height of each unit.
			3.	Include anchoring and fastening details.
	1.5	DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
		A.	Provide factory-applied strippable vinyl coating to finished surfaces; leave in place until ready for final inspection.
		B.	Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation.
	1.6	COORDINATION AND SEQUENCING
		A.	Coordinate installation of bracing and backing to receive products of this section.
		B.	Supply installation templates, required reinforcing, and recessed anchorage devices in timely fashion to installers of related work that will receive products of this section.
	1.7	WARRANTY
		A.	See Section 01780 - Closeout Submittals, for additional warranty requirements.
		B.	Provide manufacturer's standard replacement warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.
	PART 2	PRODUCTS
	2.1	MANUFACTURERS
		A.	Acceptable Manufacturer: Tubular Specialties Mfg. Inc. (TSM), which is located at: 13011 S. Spring St. ; Los Angeles, CA 90061-1633; Toll Free Tel: 800-CALL-TSM; Tel: 310-515-5861; Email: request info; Web: www.calltsm.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	MATERIALS
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete paragraphs below if specified materials are not required for handrails selected for project.
		A.	Stainless Steel Tubing: ASTM A 269, Type 304.
		B.	Stainless Steel Tubing: ASTM A 554, Type 304.
		C.	Stainless Steel Bars, Shapes, and Moldings ASTM A 276, Type 304.
		D.	Brass Tubing: ASTM B 135 (ASTM B 135M), Alloy CDA 260 yellow brass.
		E.	Aluminum Tubing: ASTM B 221 (B 221M) extruded tubes, Alloy 6063-T52.
		F.	Aluminum Reinforcing: ASTM B 221 (B 221M) extruded shapes, Alloy 6061-T6.
		G.	Aluminum Bars, Shapes, and Moldings: ASTM B 221 (B 221M) extruded shapes, Alloy 6063-T52.
		H.	Glass: Tempered glass complying with ASTM C 1048.
	2.3	TUBE RAILINGS
		A.	Basic Requirements: Comply with ADA guidelines to withstand 300 lbs (1335 N) of loading.
		B.	Consistency: Provide all visible components of the same alloy; provide components that are free of surface blemishes where exposed to view in the finished installation.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete basic materials not required; delete options not required under each material retained. If more than one type is required, edit text to identify locations for each unique combination, add a schedule to the end of this section, or place a schedule on the drawings.
		C.	Material: Stainless steel tubing.
			1.	Tubing Diameter: 1-1/2 inch (38 mm).
			2.	Tubing Diameter: 1.9 inches (48 mm).
			3.	Tubing Diameter: ______ inches (___ mm).
			4.	Thickness: 18 gage; 0.049 inches (1.2 mm).
			5.	Thickness: 16 gage; 0.065 inches (1.7 mm).
			6.	Elbows and Tees: Flush design.
			7.	Dimensions and Configurations: As indicated on the drawings.
			8.	Dimensions and Configurations: ____________.
			9.	Assembly: Internal dowels and adhesive.
			10.	Assembly: Internal dowels and welding.
			11.	Surface Mounted Flanges for Wooden Decks: Exposed screw type, and as follows:
				a.	Circular, 3 inch (75 mm) diameter, heavy duty, welded to tubing underneath collar; three screw holes.
				b.	Square, 4 inch (102 mm), heavy duty, welded to tubing; four screw holes.
			12.	Decorative Flanges for Embedded Posts:
				a.	Circular, 3 inch (75 mm) diameter, no screw holes; for setting in concrete.
			13.	Wall Mounted Components: Components necessary to support railing with 1-1/2 inch (38 mm) clearance from wall, and as follows:
				a.	Flanged returns with fixed center supports.
				b.	Flanged returns with movable center supports.
				c.	Decorative black plastic plugged ends with fixed center supports.
				d.	Decorative welded end caps with fixed center supports.
				e.	Open ends with fixed center supports.
				f.	End wall brackets: terminate rail into sidewall.
				g.	Return wall brackets: terminate rail with sidewall return.
				h.	90 degree elbow.
				i.	Underslung support with saddle: supports at maximum 60 inches (1524 mm).
				j.	Wall return without support: terminates 1/4 inch (6 mm) from side wall.
				k.	Wall return with support.
				l.	Fasteners: Exposed.
				m.	Fasteners: Concealed.
			14.	Picket Rail Components: Pickets of 18 gage, 0.049 inch (1.2 mm) stainless steel, 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) diameter, lengths as indicated.
			15.	Finish: Satin stainless.
			16.	Finish: Bright stainless.
		D.	Material: Brass tubing.
			1.	Tubing Diameter: 1-1/2 inch (38 mm).
			2.	Tubing Diameter: 2 inches (51 mm).
			3.	Tubing Diameter: ______ inches (___ mm).
			4.	Elbows and Tees: Flush design.
			5.	Elbows and Tees: Ball design.
			6.	Dimensions and Configurations: As indicated on the drawings.
			7.	Dimensions and Configurations: ____________.
			8.	Assembly: Internal dowels and adhesive.
			9.	Assembly: Internal dowels and welding.
			10.	Assembly: Splice locks with set screws.
			11.	Surface Mounted Flanges for Wooden Decks: Exposed screw type, and as follows:
				a.	Circular, heavy duty, with reinforcing post insert for adhesive connection to tubing; four screw holes.
			12.	Decorative Flanges for Embedded Posts:
				a.	Circular collared cover plate, no screw holes; for setting in concrete or adhesive connection to tubing.
			13.	Wall Mounted Components: Components necessary to support railing with 1-1/2 inch (38 mm) clearance from wall, and as follows:
				a.	Flanged returns with fixed center supports.
				b.	Flanged returns with movable center supports.
				c.	Decorative black plastic plugged ends with fixed center supports.
				d.	Decorative welded end caps with fixed center supports.
				e.	Open ends with fixed center supports.
				f.	Fasteners: Concealed.
				g.	Fasteners: Exposed.
			14.	Finish: Satin brass.
			15.	Finish: Bright brass.
		E.	Material: Aluminum Schedule 40 pipe.
			1.	Diameter: 1-1/4 inch (32 mm)
			2.	Diameter: 1-1/2 inch (38 mm).
			3.	Diameter: ______ inches (___ mm).
			4.	Elbows and Tees: Flush design.
			5.	Dimensions and Configurations: As indicated on the drawings.
			6.	Dimensions and Configurations: ____________.
			7.	Assembly: Internal dowels and adhesive.
			8.	Assembly: Splice locks with set screws.
			9.	Surface Mounted Flanges for Wooden Decks: Exposed screw type, and as follows:
				a.	Square, heavy duty, with reinforcing post insert for adhesive connection to tubing; four screw holes.
			10.	Decorative Flanges for Embedded Posts:
				a.	Circular collared cover plate, no screw holes; for setting in concrete or adhesive connection to tubing.
			11.	Wall Mounted Components: Components necessary to support railing with 1-1/2 inch (38 mm) clearance from wall, and as follows:
				a.	End wall brackets: terminate rail into sidewall.
				b.	Return wall brackets: terminate rail with sidewall return.
				c.	90-degree elbow.
				d.	Underslung support with saddle: supports at maximum 60 inches (1524 mm).
				e.	Wall return without support: terminates 1/4 inch (6 mm) from side wall.
				f.	Wall return with support.
				g.	Fasteners: Exposed.
				h.	Fasteners: Concealed.
			12.	Finish: Clear anodized.
	2.4	STRUCTURAL GLASS RAILING SYSTEM
		A.	Railings: Tempered glass structural balusters mounted in aluminum bottom rail, with metal top rail and accessories.
			1.	Design to resist minimum uniform lateral loading of 50 lbs per linear foot (8,8 kN/m).
			2.	Design to resist minimum concentrated lateral load of 200 lbs (91 kg) at any point 42 inches (1067 mm) above finished floor.
			3.	Mounting: Concealed, with top of bottom rail flush with finished floor.
			4.	Mounting: Side mounted to fascia, with top of bottom rail flush with finished floor.
			5.	Mounting: Exposed.
			6.	Mounting: As detailed on the drawings.
			7.	Mounting: _____________.
		B.	Glass: 1/2 inch (12 mm) tempered float glass.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Rails below are standard. Other diameter top rails are available, ranging from 1-1/2 inch (38 mm) to 4 inches (102 mm).
		C.	Top Rail: Channel tubing with rabbet for glass, with matching welded miter corners, end caps, and internal splice connectors.
			1.	Material: Bright finish brass; 16 gage, 0.065 inch (1.65 mm).
				a.	Diameter: 2 inches (51 mm).
				b.	Diameter: 2-1/2 inch (64 mm).
			2.	Material: Satin finish brass; 16 gage, 0.065 inch (1.65 mm).
				a.	Diameter: 2 inches (51 mm).
				b.	Diameter: 2-1/2 inch (64 mm).
			3.	Material: Bright finish stainless steel; 16 gage, 0.065 inch (1.65 mm).
				a.	Diameter: 2 inches (51 mm).
				b.	Diameter: 2-1/2 inch (64 mm).
			4.	Material: Satin finish stainless steel; 16 gage, 0.065 inch (1.65 mm).
				a.	Diameter: 2 inches (51 mm).
				b.	Diameter: 2-1/2 inch (64 mm).
			5.	Material: Clear anodized aluminum.
				a.	Size: 1.9 inches (48 mm) diameter; 0.145 inch (3.68 mm) thickness.
				b.	Size: 2-1/2 inches (64 mm) diameter; 0.125 inch (3.18 mm) thickness.
		D.	Handrails: Metal tubing handrail fastened to glass balusters at heights indicated.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Handrails attached to glass balusters are optional. If required, glass must be predrilled with 5/8 inch (16 mm) holes before tempering.
			1.	Material: Bright finish brass, 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) in diameter.
			2.	Material: Bright finish ripple grip stainless steel, 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) in diameter.
			3.	Material: _______________.
			4.	End Caps: Match handrails.
			5.	End Caps: Decorative black plastic.
			6.	Brackets: Self-aligning type, matching handrails.
			7.	Brackets: Cast wall brackets, matching handrails.
			8.	Brackets: Tubular wall brackets, matching handrails.
			9.	Brackets: ______________.
			10.	Dimensions and Configurations: As indicated on the drawings.
	PART 3	EXECUTION
	3.1	EXAMINATION
		A.	Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly prepared.
		B.	Verify that reinforcement and anchoring devices are the correct type, have been located correctly, and have been installed properly.
		C.	If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.
	3.2	INSTALLATION
		A.	Install ornamental railings plumb and level and in full accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
		B.	Locate railings as indicated on the drawings and at heights that are in accordance with Americans with Disabilities Act.
		C.	Anchor to substrates in strict accordance with tested anchorage system, free from distortion or defects detrimental to appearance or performance.
	3.3	CLEANING
		A.	Remove manufacturer's protective vinyl covering from exposed surfaces not more than 24 hours before final inspection.
		B.	Clean surfaces as required, following procedures and employing cleaning materials as recommended by accessories manufacturer.
	3.4	PROTECTION
		A.	Protect installed products from damage by subsequent construction activities, until completion of project.
		B.	Field repair of damaged product finishes is prohibited. Replace products that have been damaged by subsequent construction activities.
	END OF SECTION