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	SECTION 07650
	FLEXIBLE FLASHING
	PART 1	Display hidden notes to specifier by using "Tools"/"Options"/"View"/"Hidden Text".
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Fiberweb; Flexible Flashing. . This section is based on the products of Fiberweb; Clark-Hammerbeam Corporation, which is located at: 866 Washington Street. P.O. Box 381. Dedham, MA 02027. Te1: (781) 461-1946. Fax: (781) 461-1314. Email: fiberweb@verizon.net. Web: www.fiberwebflashing.com. . Fiberweb Products have been successfully used for over thirty years throughout the entire range of the building trade from new to rehabilitated construction by private and institutional builders in residential, commercial and industrial settings, as well as by public authorities, including the federal government in both civil and military construction, within the United States, Canada and overseas.
	PART 2	GENERAL
	2.1	SECTION INCLUDES
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete items below not required for project.
		A.	Flexible Copper Flashing.
		B.	Metal Laminated Sheet Flashing.
		C.	Laminated Sheet Flashing.
		D.	Self Adhering Sheet Flashing.
	2.2	RELATED SECTIONS
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required.
		A.	Section 04800 - Masonry Assemblies: the installation of copper and other metal flashings as part of the construction of masonry walls.
	2.3	REFERENCES
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete references from the list below that are not actually required by the text of the edited section.
		A.	ASTM B 370 - Standard Specification for Copper Sheet and Strip for Building Construction.
		B.	ASTM D 146 - Standard Test Methods for Sampling and Testing Bitumen-Saturated Felts and Woven Fabrics for Roofing and Waterproofing.
		C.	ASTM D 412 - Standard Test Methods for Vulcanized Rubber and Thermoplastic Elastomers Tension.
		D.	ASTM D 570 - Standard Test Method for Water Absorption of Plastics.
		E.	ASTM D 828 - Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Paper and Paperboard Using Constant-Rate-of-Elongation Apparatus.
		F.	ASTM D 903 - Standard Test Method for Peel or Stripping Strength of Adhesive Bonds.
		G.	ASTM D 2822 - Standard Specification for Asphalt Roof Cement.
		H.	ASTM E 96 - Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor Transmission of Materials.
		I.	ASTM E 154 - Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor Retarders Used in Contact with Earth Under Concrete Slabs, on Walls, or as Ground Cover.
	2.4	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.	Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
			4.	Installation methods.
		C.	Shop Drawings:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete selection samples if colors have already been selected.
		D.	Selection Samples: For each finish product specified, two samples representing manufacturer's full range of available colors and materials.
		E.	Verification Samples: For each finish product specified, two samples, minimum size 2 inches (51 mm) square representing actual product, color, and pattern.
	2.5	QUALITY ASSURANCE
		A.	Manufacturer Qualifications: All products are to be provided by a single manufacturer with at least ten (10) years experience manufacturing all materials specified in this section.
		B.	Installer Qualifications: Products are to be applied by a single installer with a minimum of five (5) years experience successfully installing all products specified in this section.
	** 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.
		C.	Mock-Up: Provide a mock-up for evaluation of surface preparation techniques and application workmanship.
			1.	Finish areas designated by Architect.
			2.	Do not proceed with remaining work until workmanship, color, and sheen are approved by Architect.
			3.	Refinish mock-up area as required to produce acceptable work.
	2.6	DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
		A.	Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation.
		B.	Avoid Prolonged exposure to sunlight.
	2.7	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.	Temperatures are not to exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit (49C) or go below 25 degrees Fahrenheit (-4C).
	2.8	WARRANTY
		A.	At project closeout, provide to the owner a copy of the manufacturer's standard form document outlining the terms, conditions and duration of their Limited Warranty Against Manufacturing Defect.
	PART 3	PRODUCTS
	3.1	MANUFACTURERS
		A.	Acceptable Manufacturer: Fiberweb; Clark/Hammerbeam Corp., which is located at: 886 Washington St. P. O. Box 381 ; Dedham, MA 02027; Tel: 781-461-1946; Fax: 781-461-1314; Email: request info; Web: www.fiberwebflashing.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.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** COPPER AQUAFLASH is a self adhering rubberized asphalt copper flashing. Delete the next Article if not required.
	3.2	FLEXIBLE COPPER FLASHING
		A.	COPPER AQUAFLASH: Self-adhering rubberized asphalt copper flashing with a siliconized release liner
			1.	Composition: 3 ounce (85g) copper sheet laminated with polyester film on one side and bonded With 40 mils of rubberized asphalt on the other with a siliconized release liner
			2.	Total Thickness: 50 mils
			3.	Physical Characteristics: self adhering, self sealing around punctures, high tensile strength, flexible at low temperatures, resistant to alkalis and acids, high puncture and abrasion resistance.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Required Roll Width(s). Delete all not required from the next 5 paragraphs.
			4.	Roll Width: 12 inches (305mm).
			5.	Roll Width: 16 inches (406mm).
			6.	Roll Width: 18 inches (457mm).
			7.	Roll Width: 24 inches (610mm).
			8.	Roll Width: 36 inches (914mm).
			9.	Copper Sheet: Meets or exceeds requirements of ASTM B 370.
			10.	Pliability: Pass 1/2 inch (13mm) mandrel test at minus 30 Degrees F (-34.4C) in accordance with ASTM D 146.
			11.	Peel Adhesion - Dry- 10 pounds per inch (1.13 N-m) minimum tested in accordance with ASTM D903.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the next article if Flexible Metal Flashings are not required.
	3.3	FLEXIBLE METAL FLASHING
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** FIBERWEB 310 is a lamination of 1 mil metal encapsulated in polyester film and reinforced with fiberglass scrim. Delete the next paragraph if not required.
		A.	FIBERWEB 310 Flexible Metal Flashing: Flexible metal flashing consisting of a metal core bonded on both sides with polyester film and reinforced with fiberglass scrim.
			1.	Composition: 1 mil metal laminated between two layers of Mylar (polyester film) and bonded to 20 x 10 fiberglass scrim reinforcement.
			2.	Total Thickness: 8 mils.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Required Roll Width(s). Delete all not required from the next 5 paragraphs.
			3.	Roll Width: 12 inches (305mm).
			4.	Roll Width: 16 inches (406mm).
			5.	Roll Width: 18 inches (457mm).
			6.	Roll Width: 24 inches (610mm).
			7.	Roll Width: 36 inches (914mm).
			8.	Pliability: Pass 1/2 inch (13mm) mandrel test at minus 100 Degrees F (-73.3C) in accordance with ASTM D 146.
			9.	Tensile Strength: 8900 PSI (MD); 7800 PSI (CMD) tested in accordance with ASTM D 828.
			10.	Moisture Vapor Transmission: .0010 Perms tested in accordance with ASTM E 96 Procedure E.
			11.	Meets Navy Corps of Engineers : MIL-1-631-D; MIL-Y-1140H; MIL-P-14591C; HH-C-466b.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** FIBERWEB 310 is a lamination of 1 mil metal encapsulated in polyester film and reinforced with fiberglass scrim. Delete the next paragraph if not required.
		B.	FIBERWEB 300 Flexible Metal Flashing: Flexible metal flashing consisting of a metal core bonded on both sides with polyester film and reinforced with fiberglass scrim.
			1.	Composition: 0.33 mil metal laminated between two layers of Mylar (polyester film) and bonded to 20 x 10 fiberglass scrim reinforcement.
			2.	Total Thickness: 7 mils.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Required Roll Width(s). Delete all not required from the next 5 paragraphs.
			3.	Roll Width: 12 inches (305mm).
			4.	Roll Width: 16 inches (406mm).
			5.	Roll Width: 18 inches (457mm).
			6.	Roll Width: 24 inches (610mm).
			7.	Roll Width: 36 inches (914mm).
			8.	Pliability: Pass 1/2 inch (13mm) mandrel test at minus 100 Degrees F (-73.3C) in accordance with ASTM D 146.
			9.	Meets Navy Corps of Engineers : MIL-1-631-D; MIL-Y-1140H; MIL-P-14591C; HH-C-466b.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** FIBERWEB 200 is an extremely durable flashing with a warranted longevity of 75 years engineered to provide moisture protection in both masonry and frame construction. Delet the next article if not required.
	3.4	LAMINATED SHEET FLASHING
		A.	FIBERWEB 200 Laminated Sheet Flashing: A black polyester film reinforced with fiberglass scrim and coated with vinyl film.
			1.	Composition: polyester film reinforced with a woven fiberglass scrim and coated with vinyl.
			2.	Total Thickness: 8 mils.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Required Roll Width(s). Delete all not required from the next 5 paragraphs.
			3.	Roll Width: 12 inches (305mm).
			4.	Roll Width: 16 inches (406mm).
			5.	Roll Width: 18 inches (457mm).
			6.	Roll Width: 24 inches (610mm).
			7.	Roll Width: 36 inches (914mm).
			8.	Pliability: Pass 1/2 inch (13mm) mandrel test at minus 100 Degrees F (-73.3C) in accordance with ASTM D 146.
			9.	Elongation: 5 percent tested in accordance with ASTM D 412.
			10.	Moisture Vapor Transmission: 0.0007 Perms tested in accordance with ASTM E96 Procedure E.
			11.	Tensile Strength: 11,855 PSI (MD) and 13,833 PSI (CMD) tested in accordance with ASTM D 828.
			12.	Tear Resistance: 214 lbs/inch (24.2 N-m) tested in accordance with ASTM D 751.
			13.	Meets Army Corps of Engineers CEGS-07600.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the next article if self-adhering sheet flashing is not required.
	3.5	SELF-ADHERING SHEET FLASHING
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** AQUA FLASH 500 is a self-adhering waterproofing membrane engineered to provide moisture protection in masonry cavity wall and frame construction. Delete the next paragraph if not required.
		A.	AQUAFLASH 500 Flexible Metal Flashing: Self-adhering waterproofing membrane with a siliconized Kraft paper release liner.
			1.	Composition: 32 mils of rubberized asphalt bonded to 8 mils high density cross laminated polyethylene film
			2.	Total Thickness: 40 mils
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Required Roll Width(s). Delete all not required from the next 5 paragraphs.
			3.	Roll Width: 12 inches (305mm).
			4.	Roll Width: 16 inches (406mm).
			5.	Roll Width: 18 inches (457mm).
			6.	Roll Width: 24 inches (610mm).
			7.	Roll Width: 36 inches (914mm).
			8.	Pliability: Pass 1/2 inch (13mm) mandrel test at minus 30 Degrees F (-34.4C) in accordance with ASTM D 146.
			9.	Peel Adhesion: Tested in accordance with ASTM D 903.
				a.	Dry: 10 pounds per inch (1.13 N-m) minimum.
				b.	Wet: 5 pounds per inch (0.56 N-m) minimum.
			10.	Elongation: 350 percent tested in accordance with ASTM D 412.
			11.	Membrane Tensile strength: 800 psi minimum tested in accordance with ASTM D 412 Die C modified.
			12.	Puncture Resistance: 90 pounds minimum tested in accordance with ASTM E 154.
			13.	Tear Resistance: 16 pounds minimum tested in accordance with ASTM E 154.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** AQUA FLASH 500 is a self-adhering waterproofing membrane engineered to provide moisture protection in masonry cavity wall and frame construction. Delete the next paragraph if not required.
		B.	AQUAFLASH 1000 Flexible Metal Flashing: Self-adhering waterproofing membrane with a siliconized Kraft paper release liner.
			1.	Composition: 56 mils of rubberized asphalt bonded to 4 mils high density cross laminated polyethylene film.
			2.	Total Thickness: 60 mils.
			3.	Roll Width: 36 inches (914mm).
			4.	Pliability: Pass 1 inch (25mm) mandrel test at minus 25 Degrees F (-31.7C) in accordance with ASTM D 146.
			5.	Peel Adhesion: Tested in accordance with ASTM D 903.
				a.	Dry: 10 pounds per inch (1.13 N-m) minimum.
				b.	Wet: 9 pounds per inch (1.02 N-m) minimum.
			6.	Elongation: 300 percent tested in accordance with ASTM D 412.
			7.	Membrane Tensile strength: 800 psi minimum tested in accordance with ASTM D 412 Die C modified.
			8.	Puncture Resistance: 70 pounds minimum tested in accordance with ASTM E 154.
			9.	Tear Resistance: 16 pounds minimum tested in accordance with ASTM E 154.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** HYDRO/BAR is a self-adhering waterproofing membrane designed to provide air and moisture protection around windows and doors. Delete the next paragraph if not required.
		C.	HYDRO/BAR Window and Door Tape: Self-adhering air and moisture barrier for flashing around windows, doors and other wall penetrations.
			1.	Composition: 36 mils of rubberized asphalt bonded to 4 mils high density cross laminated polyethylene film.
			2.	Total Thickness: 40 mils.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Required Roll Width(s). Delete all not required from the next 5 paragraphs.
			3.	Roll Width: 4 inches (102mm).
			4.	Roll Width: 6 inches (152mm).
			5.	Pliability: Pass 1 inch (25mm) mandrel test at minus 25 Degrees F (-31.7C) in accordance with ASTM D 146.
			6.	Peel Adhesion - Dry: 10 pounds per inch (1.13 N-m) minimum; Tested in accordance with ASTM D 903.
			7.	Elongation: 320 percent tested in accordance with ASTM D 412.
			8.	Puncture Resistance: 90 pounds minimum tested in accordance with ASTM E 154.
			9.	Permeance: 0.05 Perms maximum tested in accordance with ASTM E96B
			10.	Water Absorption: 0.1 percent by weight maximum tested in accordance with ASTM D 570.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select required adhesives and primers. Delete the next article if not required.
	3.6	ADHESIVES AND PRIMERS
		A.	AQUAFLASH 500 Mastic: All-weather, solvent based rubberized asphalt mastic specifically formulated to promote maximum adhesion between the asphalt sheet membrane and the substrate.
			1.	Viscosity: 4000 poise.
			2.	Flash Point: 100 Degrees F (37.8C).
			3.	VOC: 240 g/l.
		B.	Primer: To be used for substrate preparation as recommended by waterproofing membrane Manufacturer
	PART 4	EXECUTION
	4.1	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.
	4.2	PREPARATION
		A.	Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation.
		B.	Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the best result for the substrate under the project conditions.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the next two paragraphs if NOT installed over masonry surfaces.
		C.	All masonry surfaces should be reasonably smooth, free from loose materials and debris and completely dry. There should be no slopes which would prevent free flow of water to exterior surface or wall.
		D.	Weep holes should be installed for proper drainage and appropriate mortar deflection products.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Retain the next article ONLY if AQUAFLASH 500 is specified.
		E.	Primer Application:
			1.	Spray, roll or brush apply primer at a rate of 250 - 300 square feet (23.2 - 27.9 sm) per gallon
			2.	At 75 degrees Fahrenheit (24C), allow primer to dry 1 hour.
			3.	Re-prime prior to application of waterproofing membrane if either contaminated by dust or primer has exceeded the maximum 8 hour dry time.
	4.3	INSTALLATION
		A.	Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
		B.	All flashings are to be installed in accordance with approved shop drawings and details and in accordance with manufacturer's installation recommendations.
		C.	Install flashings at all the following conditions: through-walls, foundation sills, window and door sills and heads, foundation base, parapets, spandrels, and other areas which are indicated on drawings.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Retain the next paragraph ONLY if AQUA FLASH or COPPER AQUAFLASH is specified.
		D.	Trim edges of Copper Aqua Flash or lay membrane 1/2 inch (13mm) back from masonry surface.
		E.	Trim flashing flush with face of masonry.
	4.4	PROTECTION
		A.	Protect installed products until completion of project.
		B.	Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.
	END OF SECTION