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	SECTION 07185
	WATERPROOF TRAFFIC MEMBRANE
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Duradek PVC waterproof traffic membrane for decks and other exterior horizontal surfaces. . This section is based on products manufactured by Duradek/Durarail - Waterproof Traffic Membranes and Powder Coated Aluminum Railings, which is located at:. Duradek/Durarail U.S. Inc.: 1722 Iron Street North Kansas City, MO 64116 Toll Free: 800-338-3568 Fax: 816 421-2924 Email: duradek@duradek.com Web: www.duradek.com Duradek/Durarail Canada Ltd.: 8288 129th Street Surrey, BC V3W 0A6 Canada Toll Free: 866-591-5594 Fax: 604 591-3100 Email: duradek@duradek.com Web: www.duradek.com . Duradek is the original waterproof traffic membrane and has been solving waterproofing problems throughout North America since 1974. Duradek is suitable for waterproofing horizontal surfaces over habitable spaces, provided they are subject to not more than pedestrian traffic. .
	PART 1	GENERAL
	1.1	SECTION INCLUDES
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Edit the following list to indicate the surfaces to be waterproofed.
		A.	Traffic membrane, consisting of welded seam PVC waterproofing, over the following surfaces:
			1.	Balcony decks and roof decks.
			2.	Walkways, ramps, and stairways.
			3.	Patios and courtyards.
	1.2	RELATED SECTIONS
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required.
		A.	Section 07620 - Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim: Scuppers, counterflashings, and fascias.
		B.	Section 07710 - Manufactured Gutters and Downspouts: Scuppers, counterflashings, and fascias.
		C.	Section 15160 - Roof drains
	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.	CAN/ULC-S107 - Standard Methods of Fire Tests of Roof Coverings; National Standard of Canada.
		B.	CCMC - Technical Guide for PVC Sheet Waterproofing (Exposed to Light Pedestrian Traffic); National Research Council, Canada Construction Materials Centre (CCMC).
		C.	CGSB 37.54-95 - Roofing and Waterproofing Membrane, Sheet Applied, Flexible, Polyvinyl Chloride; Canadian General Standards Board.
		D.	CGSB 37-GP-55M - Application of Sheet Applied Flexible Polyvinyl Chloride Roofing Membrane; Canadian General Standards Board.
		E.	ASTM E 108 - Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of Roof Coverings.
		F.	C - Acceptance Criteria for Walking Decks; ICC Evaluation Service, Inc. (ICC-ES).
		G.	UBC Std 15-2 - Test Standard for Determining the Fire Retardancy of Roof-covering Materials; International Conference of Building Officials.
	1.4	SUBMITTALS
		A.	Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
		B.	[ Product Data ]: Manufacturer's specifications, including data substantiating compliance with physical properties specified.
		C.	Shop Drawings: Installation and seaming plan, showing joints, termination details, and interface with other materials.
		D.	Samples: Two 8-1/2 by xmlopenxmlns2metricconverterxmlattrxmlattrns0xmlattrname ProductIDxmlattrvalue 11 inch11 inchxmlclose (210 by xmlopenxmlns2metricconverterxmlattrxmlattrns0xmlattrname ProductIDxmlattrvalue 250 mm250 mmxmlclose) pieces showing finish, pattern, color, and backing; labelled.
		E.	Manufacturer's printed installation instructions and recommendations, including precautions required for seaming and adhering membrane.
		F.	Installer's Qualifications.
	1.5	QUALITY ASSURANCE
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** If any other manufacturers would be acceptable, edit the following paragraph to indicate how much experience they must have. Duradek has been making this product for 34 years.
		A.	Manufacturer Qualifications: Company specializing in providing products of the type specified in this section, with minimum of 15 years documented experience with products in use.
		B.	Installer Qualifications: Trained and currently certified by manufacturer.
		C.	Pre-installation Meeting: Discuss waterproofing practices and precautions applicable to this project.
			1.	Convene minimum of 7 days prior to start of installation.
			2.	Require the attendance of:
				a.	Manufacturer's representative.
				b.	Contractor's field superintendent.
				c.	Installation foreman.
				d.	Other trades affected by this work.
				e.	Owner's representative.
	1.6	DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
		A.	Deliver products in manufacturer's original containers, dry and undamaged, with seals and labels intact.
			1.	Label uncured materials, both sheets and canned goods, with date of manufacturer and shelf life.
			2.	Do not use creased or damaged sheets.
			3.	Do not use products after end of shelf life.
		B.	Store and handle materials to prevent damage.
			1.	Place materials on pallets.
			2.	Prevent creasing of rolled materials.
			3.	Do not use polyethylene to cover stored materials (canvas tarpaulins are acceptable).
			4.	Keep containers closed, except when removing materials from them.
		C.	Keep materials at temperature between 40 degrees F (4.4 degrees C) and 80 degrees F (26.6 degrees C); if adhesives are exposed to lower temperature, verify useability with manufacturer before using.
	1.7	WARRANTY
		A.	Provide manufacturer's 10 year warranty for membrane leaks due to a manufacturing defect, covering materials, and/or repair and replacement labor.
	PART 2	PRODUCTS
	2.1	MANUFACTURERS
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. The first is the US company, the second is the Canadian.
		A.	Manufacturer: Provide products of Duradek/Durarail U.S. Inc., 1722 Iron Street, North Kansas City, MO 64116. ASD. Tel: (816) 421-5830. Fax: (816)421-2924.
		B.	Manufacturer: Provide products of Duradek/Durarail Canada Ltd., 8288 129th Street, Surrey, BC V3W 0A6 Canada. ASD. Tel: (604) 591-5594. Fax: (604) 591-3100.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the two following paragraphs; coordinate with Division 1 requirements.
		C.	Requests for substitution will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01 60 00.
		D.	Substitutions: Not permitted.
	2.2	MATERIALS
		A.	Traffic Membrane: Duradek Ultra; polyester reinforced PVC membrane with ultra-violet resistance, for fully-adhered installation with heat-welded seams and perimeter attachment.
			1.	Sheet Width: xmlopenxmlns2metricconverterxmlattrxmlattrns0xmlattrname ProductIDxmlattrvalue 54 inches54 inchesxmlclose (xmlopenxmlns2metricconverterxmlattrxmlattrns0xmlattrname ProductIDxmlattrvalue 1371.5 mm1371.5 mmxmlclose).and xmlopenxmlns2metricconverterxmlattrxmlattrns0xmlattrname ProductIDxmlattrvalue 72 inches72 inchesxmlclose (1828.8mm)
			2.	Overall Sheet Thickness: xmlopenxmlns2metricconverterxmlattrxmlattrns0xmlattrname ProductIDxmlattrvalue 0.060 inch0.060 inchxmlclose (xmlopenxmlns2metricconverterxmlattrxmlattrns0xmlattrname ProductIDxmlattrvalue 1.5 mm1.5 mmxmlclose).
			3.	PVC Film Thickness: xmlopenxmlns2metricconverterxmlattrxmlattrns0xmlattrname ProductIDxmlattrvalue 0.050 inch0.050 inchxmlclose (xmlopenxmlns2metricconverterxmlattrxmlattrns0xmlattrname ProductIDxmlattrvalue 1.3 mm1.3 mmxmlclose).
			4.	Weight: 50 oz/sq yd (1695 g/sq m).
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Membrane Color from the Ultra Supreme line. Delete two of the next three paragraphs or all three if Ultra Supreme is not specified.
			5.	Color: Ultra Supreme Granite.
			6.	Color: Ultra Supreme Taupe.
			7.	Color: As selected by Architect.
			8.	Coefficient of Friction:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Coefficent of Friction based on surface texture. Delete three of the next four paragraphs or all four if Ultra Supreme is not specified.
				a.	Dry leather: 0.53.
				b.	Dry rubber: 0.89.
				c.	Wet leather: 0.62.
				d.	Wet rubber: 0.92.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select membrane color from the Ultra Classic, Marble, Supreme Chip, Heritage and Surcoseal product lines.
			9.	Color: Ultra Classic Sandstone
			10.	Color: Ultra Classic Steel
			11.	Color: Ultra Marble Mocha.
			12.	Color: Ultra Marble Pewter.
			13.	Color: Ultra Marble Slate.
			14.	Color: Ultra Supreme Chip
			15.	Color: Ultra Heritage Agate
			16.	Color: Ultra Heritage Aspen
			17.	Color: Ultra Heritage Sienna
			18.	Color: Ultra Heritage Sunrise
			19.	Color: Ultra Surcoseal Cappuccino
			20.	Color: Ultra Surcoseal Grey.
			21.	Color: Ultra Surcoseal Greige.
			22.	Color: Ultra Surcoseal Latte
			23.	Color: Ultra Surcoseal Suede
			24.	Color: As selected by Architect.
			25.	Coefficient of Friction:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Coefficent of Friction based on surface texture. Delete three of the next four paragraphs.
				a.	Dry leather: 0.50.
				b.	rubber: 0.70.
				c.	Wet leather: 0.60.
				d.	Wet rubber: 0.65.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
			26.	Flammability (ASTM E 108 and UBC Std 15-2): Class A, when installed over non-combustible substrate.
			27.	Flammability (CAN/ULC-S107): Class A, when installed over non-combustible substrate.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following three paragraphs cover Canadian requirements. Delete any of that are not applicable. Complete test reports are available upon request.
			28.	Comply with CAN/CGSB-37.54.
			29.	National Building Code of Canada Compliance: Comply with National Building Code of Canada 2005, Part 9, Clause 9.26.2.1(1)(h), and CCMC Technical Guide for PVC Sheet Waterproofing (Exposed to Light Pedestrian Traffic), as evidenced by current Evaluation Report prepared by National Research Council, Canada Construction Materials Centre (CCMC).
			30.	CMHC Approval: Approved by Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation for use in construction financed or insured under the National Housing Act.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following paragraph covers Uniform Building Code approval (US). Delete if not required. Complete test reports are available upon request.
			31.	International Building Code Compliance: Comply with 2006 International Building Code requirements for walking decks and ICC Acceptance Criteria for Walking Decks, as evidenced by current Evaluation Report prepared by ICC Evaluation Service (ICC-ES).
		B.	Surface Conditioners, Adhesives, Sealants, Fillers, and Cleaners: As specified or provided by membrane manufacturer.
		C.	Perimeter Fasteners: Mechanical fastening devices furnished by membrane manufacturer; color coordinated to membrane color.
		D.	PVC Coated Metal, Scuppers, Overflow Drains, Roof Drains, and Trims furnished by membrane manufacturer.
		E.	Adjacent Flashings: Specified in other sections; installed by others.
	PART 3	EXECUTION
	3.1	EXAMINATION
		A.	Verify that surfaces and site conditions are ready to receive work and conform to membrane manufacturer's requirements.
		B.	Verify that deck is:
			1.	Secure, well supported, solid, and in accordance with local code structural requirements.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The minimum slope is xmlopenxmlns2metricconverterxmlattrxmlattrns0xmlattrname ProductIDxmlattrvalue 1 in1 inxmlclose 100, or 1/8 inch per foot, with an optimum of xmlopenxmlns2metricconverterxmlattrxmlattrns0xmlattrname ProductIDxmlattrvalue 1 in1 inxmlclose 50. xmlopenxmlns2metricconverterxmlattrxmlattrns0xmlattrname ProductIDxmlattrvalue 1 in1 inxmlclose 50 slope, or 1/4 inch in xmlopenxmlns2metricconverterxmlattrxmlattrns0xmlattrname ProductIDxmlattrvalue 12 inches12 inchesxmlclose, is recommended for all new construction. Verify that other sections of the specification, or the drawings, include this requirement. For existing construction, verify existing slopes and coordinate details with manufacturer.
			2.	Clean and smooth, free of depressions, waves, and projections, properly sloped to drains, valleys, or eaves.
			3.	Dry and free of ice and snow.
		C.	Verify that adjacent precast deck members are flush within 1/4 inch (xmlopenxmlns2metricconverterxmlattrxmlattrns0xmlattrname ProductIDxmlattrvalue 6 mm6 mmxmlclose) vertical variation, with grout keys filled flush.
		D.	Notify the Architect of any conditions that would prevent satisfactory completion of the work. Do not proceed until unsatisfactory conditions are corrected.
	3.2	PREPARATION
		A.	Do not proceed with installation until substrate preparation is complete.
		B.	Coordinate timing of installation to avoid construction traffic over completed traffic membrane surfaces.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** If wood deck is to be the substrate, delete one of the following two paragraphs. The first is for wood deck without any overlay - combustible. The second is for a non-combustible application. The minimum wood deck that is acceptable is 5/8 inch thick exterior plywood, CDX grade, with tongue-and-groove edges. Verify that other sections of the specification, or the drawings, include these requirements.
		C.	Wood Deck: Fill joints, knot holes, voids, and low areas with filler and sand smooth.
		D.	Wood Deck: Cover with cementitious board meeting requirements of Class A approved application. Fill joints, knot holes, voids, and low areas with filler and sand smooth.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Concrete deck must have a steel troweled finish. Verify that the concrete sections of the specification include this requirement.
		E.	Concrete Deck: Fill surface imperfections and variations with leveling compound. Test for and remove surface contaminants.
		F.	Coordinate installation with installation of drains and similar accessories.
	3.3	INSTALLATION
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** In the U.S., delete the requirement for compliance with CGSB-37-GP-55M in the paragraph below.
		A.	Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, applicable codes, and CGSB-37-GP-55M.
		B.	Do not install when temperature is below 25 degrees F (minus 3.8 degrees C) or above 98 degrees F (36.6 degrees C). Do not install when winds are gusting over xmlopenxmlns2metricconverterxmlattrxmlattrns0xmlattrname ProductIDxmlattrvalue 30 mph30 mphxmlclose (48.3 kph).
		C.	Do not dilute primers, adhesives, coatings, or sealants.
		D.	Install membrane with minimum number of seams possible. Overlap seams 3/4 inch (xmlopenxmlns2metricconverterxmlattrxmlattrns0xmlattrname ProductIDxmlattrvalue 19 mm19 mmxmlclose), to shed water; heat-weld all seams.
		E.	Adhere membrane to substrate.
		F.	Mechanically fasten all perimeter edges and penetrations.
		G.	Install flashings and accessories. Seal around all penetrations, drains, and edges.
	3.4	ADJUSTING AND CLEANING
		A.	Clean soiled areas in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations.
		B.	Repair damaged areas to match original materials.
	3.5	PROTECTION
		A.	Protect finished work from traffic using durable temporary materials.
	END OF SECTION