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	SECTION 07300
	ROOF TILES
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Inspire Roofing Products - The Tapco Group; Roof Tiles. . This section is based on the products of Inspire Roofing Products - The Tapco Group, which is located at: 29797 Beck Road Wixom, MI 48393 Tel: (800) 971-4148 Fax: (800) 971-4147 Email: brian_martucci@tapcoint.com Web: www.inspireroofing.com . Inspire is the next generation of premium roofing products. It's the perfect combination of the natural beauty found in slate along with the most technologically advanced methods and materials. InSpire is a premium product with premium performance, offering beauty that is built to last, the highest performance ratings, and a transferable 50-year limited warranty.
	PART 1	GENERAL
	1.1	SECTION INCLUDES
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete items below not required for project.
		A.	Composite Slate Roofing.
		B.	Roof Underlayment.
		C.	Attic Ventilation.
		D.	Metals.
	1.2	RELATED SECTIONS
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required.
		A.	Section 04050 - Basic Masonry Materials and Methods: Masonry Chimneys.
		B.	Section 06100 - Rough Carpentry: Roof Framing and Decking.
		C.	Section 07400 - Roofing and Siding Panels: Siding and Roofing.
		D.	Section 07600 - Flashing and Sheet Metal.
		E.	Section 07729 - Snow Guards.
	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 653/A 653M - Standard Specification for Steel Sheet, Zinc Coated (Galvanized) or Zinc-Iron Alloy-Coated (Galvannealed) by the Hot-Dip Process.
		B.	ASTM B 209 - Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate.
		C.	ASTM B 370 - Standard Specification for Copper Sheet and Strip for Building Construction.
		D.	ASTM C 272 - Standard Test Method for Water Absorption of Core Materials for Structural Sandwich Constructions; 2001.
		E.	ASTM C 666/C 666M - Standard Test Method for Resistance of Concrete to Rapid Freezing and Thawing; 2002.
		F.	ASTM D 412 - Standard Test Methods for Vulcanized Rubber and Elastomeric Tension.
		G.	ASTM D 3161 - Standard Test Methods for Nail Pull Through and Nail Tear Strength.
		H.	ASTM D 5849 - Standard Test Method for Evaluating Resistance of Modified, Bituminous Roofing Membranes to Cyclic Joint Displacement; 1995.
		I.	ASTM E 96/E 96M - Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor Transmission of Materials; 2005.
		J.	ASTM G21 - Standard Test method for determining resistance of Synthetic Polymer to Fungi.
		K.	ASTM G 154 - Standard Practice for Operating Fluorescent Light Apparatus for UV Exposure of Nonmetallic Materials; 2005.
		L.	Miami/Dade - Protocol TAS 100-95 - test procedure for wind and wind driven rain resistance of discontinuance roof system.
		M.	UL 790 - Tests for Fire Resistance of Roof Covering Materials.
		N.	UL 2218 - Impact Resistance of Prepared Roof Covering Materials.
	1.4	SUBMITTALS
		A.	Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
		B.	Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, showing compliance with requirements.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete selection samples if colors have already been selected.
		C.	Selection Samples: Two complete sets of color cards representing manufacturer's full range of available colors.
		D.	Manufacturer's installation instructions, showing required preparation and installation procedures.
		E.	Sample copy of manufacturers warranty.
	1.5	QUALITY ASSURANCE
		A.	Manufacturer Qualifications: Company with minimum of 10 years experience in manufacturing composite slate tile roofing and associated products specified in this section.
		B.	Installer Minimum Qualifications: Installer shall be licensed or otherwise authorized by all federal, state and local authorities to install all products specified in this section. Installer shall have at least 3 years experience in roofing construction and application. Installer shall perform work in accordance with NRCA Roofing and Waterproofing Manual and such application shall be acceptable to the composite slate roof tile manufacturer.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following pre-installation meeting is suggested for all projects over 250 squares (2300 sm) total roofing. Delete if not required.
		C.	Pre-Installation Meeting: Conduct a pre-installation meeting not more than 2 weeks after the start of the roofing project and before start of roofing installation in accordance with Section 01310 Project Management and Coordination.
			1.	Contractor shall schedule and arrange meeting and meeting place and notify attendees.
			2.	Mandatory Attendees: Roofing installer and manufacturer's field agent, Architect's representative and prime contractor's representative.
			3.	Optional Attendees: Owner's representative, Architect's representative, prime Contractor's representative.
			4.	Review all pertinent requirements for achieving the warranty specified below and set schedule for final warranty inspection.
	1.6	DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
		A.	Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation.
		B.	Store and dispose of solvent-based materials, and materials used with solvent-based materials, in accordance with requirements of local authorities having jurisdiction.
		C.	Promptly verify quantities and conditions.
		D.	Store Product at temperatures above 32F (0 C) over ambient air.
		E.	Store product in protected environment, clear of moisture, and protected from construction activities. Do not store on site for prolonged period.
		F.	Store shingles on a flat surface. Do not double stack pallets.
	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.
	1.8	WARRANTY
		A.	At project close-out, provide to the owner an original form document outlining the terms and conditions of the manufacturer's fifty (50) year transferable limited warranty. Warranty available online at www.inspireroofing.com
	1.9	EXTRA MATERIALS
		A.	All required products not specifically noted in this section shall be approved by the architect prior to installation.
	PART 2	PRODUCTS
	2.1	MANUFACTURERS
		A.	Acceptable Manufacturer: Inspire Roofing Products - The Tapco Group, which is located at: 29797 Beck Rd. ; Wixom, MI 48393; Toll Free Tel: 800-971-4148; Fax: 800-971-4147; Email: request info; Web: www.inspireroofing.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	UNDERLAYMENT
		A.	Roofing Felt: Minimum 30 pound per square roofing felt in accordance with either ASTM D 226 or D 4869 for Class C Fire Rating and 35 pound per square roofing SBS Felt for Class A Fire Rating when tested in accordance with ASTM E108. Provided by others.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Ice and water barrier where required. Delete products not required for this project.
		B.	Ice and Water Barrier: Film-surfaced, self healing, bituminous leak barrier in accordance with ASTM D1970. Provided by others.
		C.	Ice and Water Barrier: Granule-surfaced, self healing, bituminous leak barrier in accordance with ASTM D1970. Provided by others.
	2.3	COMPOSITE SLATE TILES
		A.	General: Lightweight, composite slate tiles made of virgin resins and natural limestone which are compression molded with a built-in camber, and also allowing for no shuffling/blending within different lot numbers of the same color to affect the appearance of natural quarried slate.
		B.	Physical Properties:
			1.	Hail Rating: Class 4, tested in accordance to UL 2218.
			2.	UV Exposure: Virtually no fade and with no trace of cracking, spalling or deformation after over 9,500 hours in Xenon Arch Chamber, tested in accordance with ASTM G154.
			3.	Wind Driven Rain / Wind Uplift: Up to 110 MPH - no water infiltration through sheathing - no tile blow off or tearing when tested in accordance with Miami Dade County Protocol - TAS 100-95.
			4.	Freeze Thaw Cycle: No signs of damage or cracking after 303 cycles when tested in accordance with ASTM C666 / C666M.
			5.	Water Absorption: No appreciable weight gain when tested in accordance with ASTM C272.
			6.	Water Permeation: Tile to be impermeable in accordance with ASTM E96 / E96M.
			7.	High Temperature Cycling: No signs of cracking, curling, deformation, or visible expansion. Tiles subjected to twenty periods of 24 hour cycling consisting of 16 hours in a controlled chamber at high temperatures (150F), then 8 hours at a cool temperature (-20F) - when tested in accordance with ASTM D5849.
	2.4	COMPOSITE SLATE
		A.	Physical Characteristics:
			1.	Polypropylene composite construction.
			2.	Height: 17.5 inches (445mm).
			3.	Width: 12 inches (305mm).
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select weight based on fire rating required. Retain one or both of the next two paragraphs based on project requirements.
			4.	Weight: Class A - 1.52 lbs (0.70kg) per piece.
			5.	Weight: Class C - 1.4 lbs (0.60kg) per piece.
			6.	Sold in bundles 25 pieces per bundle.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select exposure required. Delete four of the following five paragraphs.
			7.	Exposure: 6 inches (152mm).
				a.	Approximately 200 pieces per square.
				b.	Approximately 8 bundles per square.
			8.	Exposure: 6.5 inches (165mm).
				a.	Approximately 185 pieces per square.
				b.	Approximately 7.39 bundles per square.
			9.	Exposure: 7 inches (178mm).
				a.	Approximately 172 pieces per square.
				b.	Approximately 6.86 bundles per square.
			10.	Exposure: 7.5 inches (191mm).
				a.	Approximately 160 pieces per square.
				b.	Approximately 6.4 bundles per square
			11.	Exposure: 8 inches (203mm).
				a.	Approximately 150 pieces per square.
				b.	Approximately 6 bundles per square.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Fire Classification. Delete one of the following two paragraphs
			12.	Fire Resistance Classification: Class A.
			13.	Fire Resistance Classification: Class C.
			14.	Hail Impact Rating Class 4
			15.	Miami Dade Wind Testing 110MPH
			16.	Compression formed and not injection molded to eliminate flexing of roof tiles due to cambered design.
			17.	Service Temperature: No warping at temperatures in excess of 295F (146 C).
			18.	Contraction and Expansion: Coefficient of movement not to exceed 0.06 percent in mass and less than 0.1 percent in thickness.
			19.	Composition: Recycled composite slate and virgin resins ensure high quality and consistency of raw materials
			20.	Chemical Compatibility: Minimal reactions, if any, when exposed to asphalt, oleic acid, plus others.
		B.	Color:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Next 5 colors are STANDARD COLORS and available with either Class A or Class C fire classification.
			1.	Stone Black - (Color 701).
			2.	Dover Grey - (Color 702).
			3.	Slate Grey - (Color 703).
			4.	Plum - (Color 706).
			5.	Emerald Green - (Color 707).
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Next 13 colors are PREMIUM COLORS and available with Class A or Class C fire classification.
			6.	Pewter Grey - (Color 704).
			7.	Charcoal Grey - (Color 705).
			8.	Cedar Brown - (Color 716).
			9.	Chestnut Brown - (Color 712).
			10.	Summer Green - (Color 713).
			11.	Moss Green - (Color 714).
			12.	Forest Green - (Color 715).
			13.	Terra Cotta - (Color 708).
			14.	Brick Red - (Color 709).
			15.	Red Clay - (Color 710).
			16.	Red Cedar - (Color 711).
			17.	Sand - (Color 725).
			18.	Wheat - (Color 724).
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Next 7 colors are BLENDED COLORS and available with Class A or Class C fire classification.
			19.	Green / Black - (Color 717).
			20.	Grey / Black - (Color 718).
			21.	Green / Grey - (Color 719).
			22.	Red / Black - (Color 720).
			23.	Red / Grey - (Color 721).
			24.	Red / Green - (Color 722).
			25.	Plum / Green - (Color 723).
	2.5	ACCESSORIES
		A.	Starter pieces:
			1.	Dimensions: 13 1/2 inches high by 12 inches wide (343mm x 305mm).
			2.	Color to match specified Composite Slate Pieces.
			3.	Sold in bundles 25 pieces per bundle.
			4.	1 linear foot per piece or 25 lineal feet per bundle.
		B.	Hip and Ridge:
			1.	Dimensions: 18 inches long by 6 inches wide on each side of the hip or ridge (457mm x 152mm).
			2.	Color to match specified Composite Slate pieces.
			3.	Slopes to match those specified on drawings. (2 sizes of hip and ridge offered. One fits from a 4/12 to 8/12 pitch and the other works from a 9/12 to a 14/12 pitch)
			4.	Sold in bundles 25 pieces per bundle.
			5.	6 inches (152mm) of coverage per piece or 12.5 lineal feet (3810mm) per bundle.
	2.6	VENTILATION
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if ridge vents are not specified.
		A.	Ridge Vent:
			1.	Rigid Vent: Low profile rigid plastic ridge vent specifically designed to improve the air flow in attics, crawlspaces and rafter bays. Provided by others.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Enter Net Free Ventilating Area (NFVA) requirement for roof ventilation where specified. Delete if not required.
			2.	NFVA: __________ Square inches in total balanced at 50 percent from ridge vent (exhaust) and 50 percent from Soffits (Intake).
		B.	Intake Vents
			1.	Intake vents already existing or to be installed by others shall have an equal NFVA as the exhaust vent specified. Provided by others.
	2.7	FASTENERS
		A.	Copper, Stainless Steel, or Hot-dipped galvanized, ring shank, minimum 3/8-inch (10mm) flat head nails, pan or truss head type screws. Fastener must achieve a minimum 3/4 inch (19mm) penetration into roof deck.
	2.8	METAL FLASHING
		A.	Material: 16 oz. (450 g) copper is recommended flashing material. Stainless or galvanized steel are acceptable alternatives.
		B.	Install metal flashing and other sheet metal to comply with requirements specified in Section 07600 - Flashing and Sheet Metal.
	2.9	SNOW GUARDS
		A.	Material: May be, but are not limited to copper, stainless, steel, lead-coated copper, galvalume, or zinc.
		B.	Locate and position in accordance with manufacturer's requirements.
	PART 3	EXECUTION
	3.1	EXAMINATION
		A.	Do not begin installation of new roofing until roof deck has been properly prepared and existing roofing material had been removed. Roof surface must be free of water, ice, and snow prior to and during roofing project.
		B.	If roof deck preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following article if the project is new construction or existing roofing will remain.
	3.2	REMOVAL OF EXISTING ROOFING
		A.	Remove all existing roofing down to the roof deck.
		B.	Verify that deck is dry, sound, clean and smooth, free of depressions, waves and projections.
		C.	Repair all holes over 1 inch (25 mm) diameter and all cracks over 1/2 inch (12 mm) in width.
		D.	Replace rotted or otherwise damaged decking with new materials of equal thickness.
	3.3	PREPARATION
		A.	Clean all work surfaces thoroughly prior to installation of underlayment.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following paragraph if not required.
		B.	Install crickets on the upslope side of any chimney located on a roof steeper than 6:12, or wider than 24 inches (610 mm).
		C.	Where practical, install all plumbing vents and other roof penetrations prior to installation of tiles.
	3.4	UNDERLAYMENT INSTALLATION
		A.	Install using methods recommended by manufacturer in accordance with local building code.
		B.	Install leak barrier at the following locations:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Leak barrier strongly recommended in all areas listed below. Delete areas not applicable or not required.
			1.	Eaves: On all roofs with slope between 3:12 and 4:12, install leak barrier at least 24 inches (610 mm) beyond the interior face of the warm exterior wall.
			2.	Valleys: Install a 36 inch (914mm) wide leak barrier centered on valley.
			3.	Vent Pipes: Extend leak barrier at least 24 inches (610 mm) around all roof penetrations.
			4.	Rake Edges: install leak barrier along the entire length of all rake edges prior to the installation of metal drip edges.
			5.	Hips and Ridges: Install leak barrier along entire lengths. Cut slots where ridge vents are present to allow proper ventilation.
			6.	Follow requirements of local building codes.
		C.	Felt Underlayment:
			1.	Install one layer of felt underlayment over all locations not covered with leak barrier. Run sheets horizontally and staple or nail in place.
			2.	Where roof slope exceeds 4:12, horizontal laps shall be at least 3 inches (50 mm).
			3.	Where roof slope is between 3:12 and 4:12, horizontal laps shall be at least 19 inches (480 mm).
	3.5	COMPOSITE SLATE INSTALLATION
		A.	Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and requirements of local building code.
			1.	3:12 slope: Install with 6.5 inch (165mm) tile exposure.
			2.	4:12 slope: Install with 7.5 inch (191mm) tile exposure.
			3.	5:12 slope and greater: Install with 8 inch (203mm) tile exposure.
		B.	Secure using two fasteners per piece. Where local building code requires additional fasteners, install such that they are at least 2 inches (52mm) from all keyways, penetrations, flashings or other vertical seams. Fasteners must be long enough to penetrate through plywood or at least 3/4 inch (19 mm) into solid wood or dimensional lumber.
		C.	Install hip and ridge tiles over all hips, ridges or ridge vents. Preformed Ridge Tiles require 6 inch (152mm) exposure and may require longer length fasteners.
		D.	At all valleys, install metal flashings in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
		E.	Embed step flashings with every course of slate at all sidewalls. "L" flashings are not recommended.
		F.	Flash all roof penetrations so moisture flows outward. Do not face nail exposed metal.
		G.	Follow NRCA flashing guidelines where unique flashing conditions exist or methods are not specifically addressed in the application instructions.
	3.6	VENTILATION INSTALLATION
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if no attic vents are specified.
		A.	Ridge Vent:
			1.	Cut continuous vent slot through sheathing, stopping 6 inches (150 mm) from each end of ridge.
			2.	Cut opening at ridge 1 1/2 (36mm) to 2 inches (51 mm) wide, centered on ridge. Stop at least 6 inches (151mm) from rakes or valleys.
			3.	Install ridge vent material full length of ridge, including uncut areas.
			4.	Cover ridge vent with hip and ridge tiles as required by application instructions.
	3.7	ROOF PROTECTION AND PROJECT CLOSE OUT
		A.	Stage work progress to minimize foot traffic over completed sections of roofing.
		B.	Where practical provide protection of installed materials from potential damage through work from other trades.
		C.	Provide owner with an appropriate amount of contingency tiles for future modification or repair needs.
	3.8	INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
		A.	Inspect and clean all gutters and leaders annually. Roof tiles may become slippery when wet or covered with frost. Fall protection is recommended when working or inspecting the roof deck.
		B.	Inspect roof surfaces and flashings annually and perform maintenance as necessary.
		C.	Inspect all areas where flashing cement has been applied annually and re-apply as necessary.
		D.	Where repairs are necessary or roof fixtures are added, do not reuse tilles that are removed. Replace tiles with those of the same type, size and color.
	END OF SECTION