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	SECTION 08110
	STEEL DOORS AND FRAMES
	Copyright 2006 - 2009 ARCAT, Inc. - All rights reserved
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Steelcraft, Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies, steel doors, frames, and transom panels. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** This section is based on the products of Steelcraft, Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies, which is located at: 9017 Blue Ash Road Cincinnati, OH 45242 Tel: (513) 766-4300 Toll Free: 877-671-7011 Fax: (513) 745-6657
	E-Mail: steelcraftsupport@irco.com
	Web: http://w3.securitytechnologies.com/ [ Click Here ] for additional product data Steelcraft flush steel doors, steel stiffened doors, embossed doors, stainable wood grain steel doors, tornado doors, and hurricane doors are available for numerous applications. Fire rated doors and frames have been tested and listed to meet 20 minute to 3 hour fire code ratings. Frames have been designed to be used in masonry, steel stud, wood frame, or existing wall construction. Architectural stick system components can be used to create and design window wall or store front wall systems. In addition to providing the industry's highest quality doors, frames and components, Steelcraft has the widest selection of sizes, styles and designs to complement virtually any architectural or aesthetic requirement.
	PART 1	GENERAL
	1.1	SECTION INCLUDES
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete items below not required for project.
		A.	Flush Steel Doors.
		B.	Temperature Rise Doors.
		C.	Embossed Panel Doors.
		D.	Full Glass Entrance Doors.
		E.	Tornado Door Systems.
		F.	Hurricane Doors.
		G.	Steel frames.
		H.	Hollow Metal Framing Systems.
	1.2	RELATED SECTIONS
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required.
		A.	Section 08210 - Wood Doors.
		B.	Section 08220 - Plastic Doors.
		C.	Section 08710 - Door Hardware.
		D.	Section 08800 - Glazing.
		E.	Section 09900 - Paints and Coatings.
		F.	Section 13710 - Intrusion Detection: Security system.
		G.	Section 13800 - Building Automation and Control: Building monitoring system.
		H.	Section 16123 - Building Wire and Cable: Power supply to electric hardware devices.
	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.	ANSI - American National Standards Institute
		B.	ANSI/NFPA 80 - Standard for Fire Doors and Windows.
		C.	ANSI/DHI A 115.IG - Installation Guide for Doors and Hardware.
		D.	ANSI/BHMA A 156 - Specifications for Hardware Preparations in Standard Steel Doors and Frames.
		E.	ANSI/BHMA A156.7 - Hinge Template Dimensions.
		F.	ANSI A 250.4 - Test Procedure and Acceptance Criteria for Physical Endurance for Steel Doors and Hardware Reinforcing.
		G.	ANSI/SDI A 250.8 - SDI-100 Recommended Specifications for Standard Steel Doors and Frames.
		H.	ANSI A 250.10 - Test Procedure and Acceptance Criteria for Prime Painted Steel Surfaces for Steel Doors and Frames.
		I.	ANSI A 250.11 - Recommended Erection Instructions for Steel Frames.
			1.	ANSI/UL 10C - Standard for Safety for Positive Pressure Fire Tests of Door Assemblies.
			2.	ANSI / ICC 500 Standard for the Design and Construction of Storm Shelters.
		J.	ASTM - American Society for Testing and Materials
		K.	ASTM A 366/A 366M - Standard Specification for Steel, Sheet, Carbon, Cold-Rolled, Commercial Quality.
		L.	ASTM A 653/A 653M - Standard Specification for Steel Sheet, Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) or Zinc-Iron Alloy-Coated (Galvannealed) by the Hot-Dip Process.
		M.	ASTM A 924 - Specification for General Requirements for Steel Sheet, Metallic Coated by the Hot Dip Process.
		N.	ASTM A 1008/1008M - Standard Specification for Steel, Sheet, Cold-Rolled, Carbon, Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy, High-Strength Low-Alloy with Improved Formability, Solution Hardened, and Bake Hardenable.
		O.	ASTM E 90 - Laboratory Measurement of Airborne Sound Transmission Loss of Building Partitions.
		P.	ASTM E 152 - Standard Methods of Fire Tests of Door Assemblies.
		Q.	ASTM E 413 - Classification for Rating Sound Insulation.
		R.	SDI - Steel Door Institute
		S.	SDI-111 - Recommended Standard Details for Steel Doors & Frames.
		T.	NAAMM/HHMA-820 TN01 - Grouting Hollow Metal Frames
		U.	NAAMM/HMMA - Hollow Metal Manufacturers Association
		V.	NAAMM/HHMA-820 TN03 - Guidelines for Glazing of Hollow Metal Transom, Sidelight and Windows
		W.	NAAMM/HMMA-840 - Guide Specification for Installation and Storage of Hollow Metal Doors and Frames.
		X.	Building Code References
		Y.	NFPA 252 - Standard Method of Fire Tests of Door Assemblies.
		Z.	Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) 361 Guidelines.
		AA.	UL - Building Materials Directory; Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
		AB.	WH - Certification Listings; Warnock Hersey International Inc.
		AC.	Miami - Dade County test protocols PA 201, PA 202 and PA 203.
		AD.	Florida Building Code test protocols TAS 201, TAS 202 and TAS 203.
	1.4	SUBMITTALS
		A.	Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
		B.	Product Data: Manufacturer's standard details and catalog data indicating compliance with referenced standards, and manufacturer's installation instructions.
		C.	Certificates:
			1.	Manufacturer's certification that products comply with referenced standards.
			2.	Evidence of manufacturer's membership in the Steel Door Institute.
		D.	Shop Drawings: Door, frame, and hardware schedule in accordance with SDI 111D. Show types, quantities, dimensions, specified performance, and design criteria, materials and similar data for each opening required.
			1.	Indicate frame configuration, anchor types and spacing, location of cutouts for hardware, reinforcement, to ensure doors and frames are properly prepared and coordinated to receive hardware.
			2.	Indicate door elevations, internal reinforcement, closure method, and cutouts for glass lights and louvers.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following paragraphs if LEED is not applicable.
		E.	LEED Submittals: Provide documentation of how the requirements of Credit 4.1 and 4.2 will be met:
			1.	List of proposed materials with recycled content. Indicate post-consumer recycled content and pre-consumer recycled content for each product having recycled content.
			2.	Product data and certification letter indicating percentages by weight of post-consumer and pre-consumer recycled content for products having recycled content.
			3.	List of proposed materials demonstrating that each material was manufactured within 500 miles of the project site.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following paragraph if samples are not required.
		F.	Samples: 18 by 24 inches (457 by 610 mm) cut away sample door with provisions for lockset, hinge and corner section of frame.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Edit the following paragraphs to suit the requirements of the project. Included the properties required and delete the paragraph not required.
	1.5	QUALITY ASSURANCE
		A.	Supplier: A direct account of the manufacturer who has on permanent staff, an Architectural Hardware Consultant (AHC), a Certified Door Consultant (CDC) or an Architectural Openings Consultant (AOC), who will be available to consult with the Architect and Contractor regarding matters affecting the door and frame openings.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following paragraph if fire rated doors and frames are not required.
		B.	Fire Rated Doors and Frames: Underwriters' Laboratories and Warnock Hersey, labeled fire doors and frames:
			1.	Label fire doors and frames in accordance with Underwriters Laboratories standard UL10C Positive Pressure Fire Tests of Door Assemblies.
			2.	Construct and install doors and frames to comply with current issue of NFPA 80.
			3.	Manufacture Underwriters' Laboratories labeled doors and frames under the UL Follow Up Service (FUS) and in strict compliance to UL procedures, and provide the degree of fire protection, heat transmission and panic loading capability indicated by the opening class.
			4.	Manufacture Intertek Testing Services / Warnock Hersey labeled doors and frames under the ITS/WH factory inspection program and in strict compliance to ITS/WH procedures, and provide the degree of fire protection capability indicated by the opening class.
			5.	Manufacture FM labeled doors and frames under the FM factory inspection program and in strict compliance to FM procedures, and provide the degree of fire protection, heat transmission and panic loading capability indicated by the opening class.
			6.	Affix a physical label or approved marking to each fire door or fire door frame, at an authorized facility as evidence of compliance with procedures of the labeling agency. Label embossment is not permitted.
			7.	Conform to applicable codes for fire ratings. It is the intent of this specification that hardware and its application comply or exceed the standards for labeled openings. In case of conflict between types required for fire protection, furnish type required by NFPA and UL.
			8.	Fire door assemblies in exit enclosures and exit passageways; maximum transmitted temperature end point rating of not more than 250 degrees F (121 degrees C) above ambient at the end of 30 minutes of the standard fire test exposure.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following paragraph if tornado doors and frames are not required.
		C.	Tornado Doors: Design Door and Frame Systems for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) community shelters and other areas of refuge to resist the design wind pressures and missile impact loads as detailed in Design and Construction Guidance for Community Safe Rooms - FEMA 361. Door and Frame Systems shall also be listed in compliance with ANSI / ICC 500 - Standard for the Design and Construction of Storm Shelters.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following paragraph if hurricane doors and frames are not required.
		D.	Hurricane Doors: Provide door systems complying with the Miami-Dade County Product Control Approval System or the Florida Building Code Approval System requirements of Miami-Dade County test protocols PA 201, PA 202, PA 203 and Florida Building Code test protocols TAS 201, TAS 202 and TAS 203. Provide NOA or FBC numbers validating compliance.
		E.	Manufacturer Qualifications: Member of the Steel Door Institute.
		F.	Installer: Minimum five years documented experience installing products specified this Section.
	1.6	DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
		A.	Handle, store and protect products in accordance with the manufacturers printed instructions and ANSI/SDI A250.10 and NAAMM/HMMA 840.
		B.	Store doors vertically in a dry area, under a proper vented cover. Place on 4 inch (102 mm) high wood sills to prevent rust or damage. Provide 1/4-inch (6 mm) space between doors to promote air circulation.
		C.	Store frames in an upright position with heads uppermost under cover. Place on 4 inch (102 mm) high wood sills to prevent rust and damage. Store assembled frames five units maximum in a stack with 2 inch (51 mm) space between frames to promote air circulation.
		D.	Do not use non-vented plastic or canvas shelters to prevent rust or damage.
		E.	Should wrappers become wet, remove immediately.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Factory assembled and welded Hollow Metal Framing Systems (Architectural Stick Assemblies) require verification of field dimensions from the Contractor. Frame fabrication should not begin until these "final" dimensions have been submitted.
	1.7	COORDINATION
		A.	Coordinate Work with other directly affected sections involving manufacture or fabrication of internal cutouts and reinforcement for door hardware, electric devices and recessed items.
		B.	Coordinate Work with frame opening construction, door and hardware installation.
		C.	Sequence installation to accommodate required door hardware.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following paragraph if factory assembled frames are not required.
		D.	Verify field dimensions for factory assembled frames prior to fabrication.
	PART 2	PRODUCTS
	2.1	MANUFACTURERS
		A.	Acceptable Manufacturer: Steelcraft, Div. of Ingersoll Rand, which is located at: 11819 N. Pennsylvania St. ; Carmel, IN 46032; Toll Free Tel: 877-671-7011; Email: al_urbaniak@irco.com; Web: w3.securitytechnologies.com/Products/doors_frames/Pages/default.aspx
		B.	Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01600.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete paragraph above or below; coordinate with Division 1 requirements.
		C.	Substitutions: Not permitted.
		D.	Provide all steel doors and frames from a single manufacturer.
	2.2	DOORS
		A.	General: Construct exterior/interior doors to the following designs and gages:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following steel doors are available with Steelcraft L, B, CE and T Series doors. Select Exterior, Interior and gage paragraphs required and delete those not required. Note that B Series interior doors are not available in 20 gage thickness. Note that T Series doors are not available for Exterior applications.
			1.	Exterior Doors: Zinc-Iron Alloy-Coated galvannealed steel, ASTM A 653, Class A60:
				a.	Thickness:
					1)	18 gage (1 mm).
					2)	16 gage (1.3 mm).
					3)	14 gage (1.7 mm).
				b.	Include galvannealed components and internal reinforcements with galvannealed doors.
				c.	Close tops of exterior swing-out doors to eliminate moisture penetration. Galvannealed steel top caps are permitted.
			2.	Interior Doors: Cold-rolled steel, ASTM A 1008/A 1008M:
				a.	Thickness:
					1)	20 gage (0.8 mm).
					2)	18 gage (1 mm).
					3)	16 gage (1.3 mm).
					4)	14 gage (1.7 mm).
			3.	Interior Doors: Zinc-Iron Alloy-Coated galvannealed steel, ASTM A 653, Class A60:
				a.	Thickness:
					1)	20 gage (0.8 mm).
					2)	18 gage (1 mm).
					3)	16 gage (1.3 mm).
			4.	Include galvannealed components and internal reinforcements.
			5.	Prime Finish Doors: Clean, phosphatize and factory prime painted doors indicated on Door Schedule as HM.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following paragraph describes Dezigner(tm) Glass Trim for L, B, CE, and T Series both labeled and non-labeled doors. Delete the paragraph if not required.
			6.	Glass moldings and stops:
				a.	Fabricate from 24 gage (0.5 mm) steel conforming to:
					1)	Interior openings ASTM designation A 366 cold rolled steel.
					2)	Exterior openings ASTM designation A 924 Zinc-Iron Alloy-Coated galvannealed steel with a zinc coating of 0.06 ounces per square foot (A60) for exterior openings.
				b.	Install trim into the door as a four sided welded assembly with mitered, reinforced and welded corners.
				c.	Trim: identical on both sides of the door.
				d.	Exposed fasteners are not permitted.
				e.	Labeled and non-labeled doors: use the same trim.
				f.	Acceptable mounting methods:
					1)	Fit into a formed area of the door face, not extending beyond the door face, and interlocking into the recessed area
					2)	Cap the cutout not extend more than 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) from the door face.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** GrainTech stainable steel doors are available with Steelcraft L, T, and CE Series doors. Select one or more Steelcraft door types as required. L-Series and T-Series are available in 16,18 and 20 gage to fit any application from standard to extra-heavy duty. CE-Series available in 16 gage and 18 gage. Select paragraph(s) required and designate doors required in the Door Schedule. Delete if not required.
			7.	GrainTech Doors: Indicated on the Door Schedule as HMGT.
				a.	L-Series: GrainTech laminated full flush design doors
				b.	T-Series: GrainTech temperature rise rated full flush design doors.
				c.	CE-Series: GrainTech panel embossed design doors.
				d.	GrainTech stainable steel doors are fabricated from steel that has an embossed wood grain pattern extending the full height and width of the door faces and vertical edges.
				e.	Wood grain embossment; minimum 0.005 inch (0.012mm) deep. Applied grain pattern or material is not acceptable.
				f.	Clean, phosphatize and prime paint the wood grain face sheets with a stain absorbing primer.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER** Select one or more standard color finishes or specify a custom wood tone finish color to be provided.
				g.	Finish: Stain the door faces and edges using conventional stains to achieve:
					1)	Ash wood tone finish color.
					2)	Birch wood tone finish color.
					3)	Mahogany wood tone finish color.
					4)	Maple wood tone finish color.
					5)	Oak wood tone finish color.
					6)	Walnut wood tone finish color.
					7)	Wood tone finish color as selected by the Architect.
				h.	Apply clear coat after staining with a clear coat that contains UV inhibitors and that provides graffiti resistance.
				i.	Glass trim for GrainTech doors; fabricate from 24 gage (0.5 mm) steel with an embossed wood grain pattern and stained with the same color selected for the door.
			8.	Hardware Reinforcements:
				a.	Hinge reinforcements for full mortise hinges: minimum 7 gage (4.7 mm).
				b.	Lock reinforcements: minimum 16 gage (1.3 mm).
				c.	Closer reinforcements: minimum 14 gage (1.7 mm) steel, 20-inch (508 mm) long.
				d.	Galvannealed doors: include galvannealed hardware reinforcements.
				e.	Projection welded hinge and lock reinforcements to the edge of the door.
				f.	Provided adequate reinforcements for other hardware as required.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following paragraph includes Steelcraft L and B Series Doors. Select appropriate paragraph below and delete paragraph not required. Available in heights from 6 feet 8 inches (2032 mm) to 10 feet (3048 mm) and widths from 1 foot 6 inches (457 mm) to 4 feet (1219 mm) in 2 inch 50 mm) increments. Custom or special sizes are also available. Consult manufacturer's literature for additional information on availability. Steelcraft L and B Series doors are also available with Grain-Tech finish. Delete paragraph if not required.
		B.	Full Flush Doors:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select series required from the following paragraphs and delete the one not required. If more than one series is required indicate the location on the door schedule.
			1.	Acceptable Product: Steelcraft L Series.
				a.	Performance:
					1)	Physical performance: 5 million cycles per ANSI A250.4.
					2)	Sound attenuation (gasketed):
						a)	Honeycomb core, 35 STC.
						b)	Polystyrene core, 25 STC.
					3)	Thermal performance (gasketed), ASTM C1363.
						a)	Honeycomb core, 0.653 U-factor.
						b)	Polystyrene core, 0.48 U-factor.
						c)	Polyurethane core, 0.498 U-factor.
					4)	Thermal performance (gasketed), ASTM C236.
						a)	Honeycomb core, 0.363 U-factor.
						b)	Polystyrene core, 0.263 U-factor.
						c)	Polyurethane core, 0.09 U-factor.
			2.	Acceptable Product: Steelcraft B Series.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Consult manufacturer's product data for thermal and acoustical performance data.
				a.	Performance:
					1)	Physical performance: 3 million cycles, ANSI A250.4
					2)	Sound attenuation (gasketed), 40 STC
					3)	Thermal performance (gasketed): ASTM C1363: 0.69 U-factor
					4)	Thermal performance (gasketed): ASTM C 236: 2.29 U-factor
			3.	Door Thickness: 1-3/4 inches (45 mm).
			4.	Door faces reinforced and sound deadened as follows:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select one or more of the following core descriptions as required for the project. The first three paragraphs below specify core options for L Series doors. Delete those not required. If more than one core type is required, indicate the types required on the door schedule.
				a.	Honeycomb Core: Reinforced, stiffened, sound deadened and insulated with impregnated Kraft honeycomb core completely filling the inside of the doors and laminated to inside faces of both panels using contact adhesive applied to both panels and honeycomb core.
				b.	Polystyrene Core: Full 1-3/4 inches (45 mm) thick rigid polystyrene, adhered to inside of door faces and polystyrene core with waterproof adhesive for bond strength and rust prevention.
				c.	Polyurethane Core: Full 1-3/4 inches (45 mm) thick rigid polyurethane, adhered to inside of door faces and polyurethane core with waterproof adhesive for bond strength and rust prevention.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following paragraph specifies the core for B Series doors only. Note that high gloss finishes on B Series doors is not recommended due to visibility of face spot welds visible with high gloss finishes.
				d.	Steel Stiffened Core: Vertical stiffeners, hat-shaped, minimum 20 gage (0.8 mm) steel, type same as face sheet material, spaced 6 inches (150 mm) apart and welded to inside of face sheets 5 inches (127 mm) on center; full-thick glass fiber insulation between stiffeners.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select one or more as required of the following paragraphs and delete the ones not required. If more than one edge type is required, indicate the types required on the door schedule.
			5.	Vertical edge seams: Provide doors with continuous vertical mechanical inter-locking joints at lock and hinge edges. Finish edges as follows:
				a.	Visible Interlocked Edge: Continuous vertical mechanical interlocking joints with visible edge seams and continuous bead of structural epoxy in internal vertical connection
				b.	Filled Vertical Edges (F): Continuous vertical mechanical interlocking joints with internal epoxy seal; edge seams epoxy filled and ground smooth.
				c.	Welded Vertical Edges (W): Continuous vertical mechanical interlocking joints; edge seams welded, epoxy filled, and ground smooth.
			6.	Bevel hinge and lock door edges 1/8 inch (3 mm) in 2 inches (50 mm). Square edges on hinge and/or lock stiles are not acceptable.
			7.	Reinforce top and bottom of doors with galvannealed 14 gage (1.7 mm), welded to both panels.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete Dezigner(tm) trim paragraph below if glazing bead is not required.
			8.	Glazing Bead: Formed steel sheet or snap-in Dezigner trim.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** UL, WH and FM labeled doors are available for fire ratings up to 3 hours. Delete paragraph below if labeled doors are not required.
			9.	Fire Rating: Supply door units bearing Labels for fire ratings indicated in Door Schedule for the locations indicated.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following description is for Steelcraft T Series doors which are the same as L Series door specified above. T- Series doors are also available with Grain-Tech finish specified with L-Series doors. Consult manufacturer's literature for additional information on availability. Delete paragraph if not required. Note that T-Series fire rated doors are specified for locations requiring a 250 degree temperature rise (i.e. stair towers).
		C.	Temperature Rise Doors:
			1.	Acceptable Product: Steelcraft T-Series Doors.
			2.	Door Thickness: 1-3/4 inches (45 mm).
			3.	Mineral Fiber Core: Full 1-3/4 inches (45 mm) mineral fiber core material designed to comply with the 250 degrees F (121 degrees C) maximum temperature rise rating.
			4.	Vertical edge seams: Provide doors with continuous vertical mechanical inter-locking joints at lock and hinge edges. Finish edges as follows:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select one or more as required of the following paragraphs and delete the ones not required. If more than one edge type is required, indicate the types required on the door schedule.
				a.	Visible Interlocked Edge: Continuous vertical mechanical interlocking joints with visible edge seams and continuous bead of structural epoxy in internal vertical connection
				b.	Filled Vertical Edges (F): Continuous vertical mechanical interlocking joints with internal epoxy seal; edge seams epoxy filled and ground smooth.
				c.	Welded Vertical Edges (W): Continuous vertical mechanical interlocking joints; edge seams welded, epoxy filled, and ground smooth.
			5.	Bevel hinge and lock door edges 1/8 inch (3 mm) in 2 inches (50 mm). Square edges on hinge and/or lock stiles are not acceptable.
			6.	Reinforce top and bottom of doors with galvannealed 14 gage (1.7 mm), welded to both panels.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** UL, WH and FM labeled doors are available for fire ratings up to 3 hours. Delete paragraph below if labeled doors are not required.
			7.	Fire Rating: Supply door units bearing Labels for fire ratings indicated in Door Schedule for the locations indicated.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following paragraph is for Steelcraft CE Series embossed panel doors. Available in heights from 6 feet 8 inches (2032 mm) and 8 feet (2438 mm) and widths to 3 feet 8 inches (1118 mm). Note that doors over 3 feet wide are limited to 18 gage 6 panel design. CE- Series doors are also available with Grain-Tech finish. Custom or special sises are also available. Consult manufacturer's literature for additional information on availability. Delete paragraph if not required.
		D.	Embossed Panel Doors:
			1.	Acceptable Product: Steelcraft CE-Series.
			2.	Performance:
				a.	Physical performance: 2 million cycles, ANSI A 250.4.
				b.	Sound attenuation (gasketed): 30 STC.
				c.	Thermal performance (gasketed), ASTM C 1363: 0.526 U-factor.
				d.	Thermal performance (gasketed), ASTM C 236: 0.23 U-factor.
			3.	Door Thickness: 1-3/4 inches (45 mm).
			4.	Polystyrene Core: Full 1-3/4 inches (45 mm) thick rigid polystyrene, adhered to inside of door faces and polystyrene core with waterproof adhesive for bond strength and rust prevention.
			5.	Vertical edge seams: Provide doors with continuous vertical mechanical inter-locking joints at lock and hinge edges. Finish edges as follows:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select one or more as required of the following paragraphs and delete the one not required. If more than one edge type is required, indicate the types required on the door schedule.
				a.	Visible Interlocked Edge: Visible edge seams and continuous bead of structural epoxy in internal vertical connection
				b.	Filled Vertical Edges (F): Continuous vertical mechanical interlocking joints with internal epoxy seal; edge seams epoxy filled and ground smooth.
			6.	Bevel hinge and lock door edges 1/8 inch (3 mm) in 2 inches (50 mm). Square edges on hinge and/or lock stiles are not acceptable.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** UL, WH and FM labeled doors are available for fire ratings up to 3 hours. Delete paragraph below if labeled doors are not required.
			7.	Fire Rating: Supply door units bearing Labels for fire ratings indicated in Door Schedule for the locations indicated.
		E.	Full Glass Entrance Doors:
			1.	Acceptable Product: Steelcraft A14-Series.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Interior and/or Exterior door materials from the following two paragraphs. Delete paragraph not required.
			2.	Exterior Doors: 14 gage (1.7 mm) Zinc-Iron Alloy-Coated galvannealed steel, ASTM A 653, Class A60.
			3.	Interior Doors: 14 gage (1.7 mm) Cold-rolled steel, ASTM A 1008/A 1008M.
			4.	Performance:
				a.	Physical performance: 500,000 cycles, SDI 131.04 (Accelerated Cycle Test).
			5.	Door Thickness: 1-3/4 inches (45 mm).
				a.	Honeycomb Core: Reinforced, stiffened, sound deadened and insulated with impregnated Kraft honeycomb core completely filling the inside of the doors and laminated to inside faces of both panels using contact adhesive applied to both panels and honeycomb core.
			6.	Vertical edge seams: Provide doors with continuous vertical mechanical inter-locking joints at lock and hinge edge seams epoxy filled and ground smooth. Reinforce intersections of the vertical stiles and bottom rails with internal corner gussets to provide added strength and rigidity.
			7.	Bevel hinge and lock door edges 1/8 inch (3 mm) in 2 inches (50 mm). Square edges on hinge and/or lock stiles are not acceptable.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** UL, WH and FM labeled doors are available for fire ratings up to 3 hours. Delete paragraph below if labeled doors are not required.
			8.	Fire Rating: Supply door units bearing Labels for fire ratings indicated in Door Schedule for the locations indicated.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following paragraph is for Steelcraft Paladin(tm) Tornado Doors. Paladin(tm) Tornado Doors are available in a maximum size of 4 feet 0 inches wide and 9 feet 0 inches high single and 8 feet 0 inches wide and 8 feet 0 inches high pair. Steelcraft Paladin(tm) PW Series Tornado Doors are required to include an FP-14 Series Frame. Refer to the Frame portion of this specification. Consult manufacturer's literature for additional information on availability. Delete if not required.
		F.	Tornado Door Systems: Comply with Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) 361 Guidelines and provides the highest level of security and safety for tornado shelters and severe storm areas of refuge.
			1.	Acceptable Product: Steelcraft Paladin PW Series Tornado Door and Frame Systems.
			2.	Face sheets: 14 gage (1.7 mm) galvannealed steel having an A60 zinc-iron alloy coating conforming to ASTM designations A653 and A924.
			3.	Hinge and lock edges:
				a.	Continuous vertical mechanical joints with edge seams welded, filled and ground smooth.
				b.	Bevel edges 1/8 inch (3 mm) in 2 inches (50 mm). Square edges are not acceptable.
			4.	Hinge reinforcements: Minimum 7 gage (4.2 mm) galvannealed steel, projection welded to the edge of the door.
			5.	Top and bottom steel reinforcement channels, galvannealed 14 gage (1.7 mm), projection welded to both face sheets on 4 inches (102 mm) centers.
			6.	Reinforce door faces with 18 gage (1.0 mm) vertical stiffeners manufactured from Galvannealed steel conforming to ASTM A 653 and ASTM A 924 and welded to each face sheet.
			7.	Reinforced lock stiles with full-height 12 gage (2.3 mm) lock reinforcing channels.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** UL labeled doors are available for fire ratings up to 3 hours. Delete paragraph below if labeled doors are not required.
			8.	Fire Rating: Supply door units bearing Labels for fire ratings indicated in Door Schedule for the locations indicated.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following paragraph is for Steelcraft Hurricane H-Series Doors. Hurricane Doors are available in a maximum size of 4 feet 0 inches wide and 8 feet 0 inches high single and 8 feet 0 inches wide and 8 feet 0 inches high pair. Consult manufacturer's literature for additional information on availability. Delete if not required.
		G.	Hurricane Doors: Design to resist the cyclic pressures, static pressures and missile impact loads as detailed in the Miami-Dade County Product Control Approval System of the Florida Building Code Approval System and meets the requirements of Miami -Dade County test protocols PA 201, PA 202, PA 203 and Florida Building Code test protocols TAS 201, TAS 202 and TAS 203.
			1.	Acceptable Product: Steelcraft H-Series or HE-Series hurricane doors.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select gage of face sheets from the following two paragraphs. Delete paragraph not required.
			2.	Face sheets, 14 gage (1.7 mm) galvannealed steel having an A60 zinc-iron alloy coating conforming to ASTM designations A653 and A924.
			3.	Face sheets, 16 gage (1.3 mm) galvannealed steel having an A60 zinc-iron alloy coating conforming to ASTM designations A653 and A924.
			4.	Bevel hinge and lock door edges, 1/8 inch (3 mm) in 2 inches (50 mm). Square edges on hinge and/or lock stiles are not acceptable.
			5.	Reinforce top and bottom of doors with galvannealed 14 gage (1.7 mm), welded to both panels.
			6.	Vertical edge seams: Provide doors with continuous vertical mechanical inter-locking joints at lock and hinge edges. Finish edges as follows:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select one or more as required of the following paragraphs and delete the ones not required. If more than one edge type is required, indicate the types required on the door schedule.
				a.	Visible Interlocked Edge: Continuous vertical mechanical interlocking joints with visible edge seams and continuous bead of structural epoxy in internal vertical connection
				b.	Filled Vertical Edges (F): Continuous vertical mechanical interlocking joints with internal epoxy seal; edge seams epoxy filled and ground smooth.
				c.	Welded Vertical Edges (W): Continuous vertical mechanical interlocking joints; edge seams welded, epoxy filled, and ground smooth.
			7.	Door faces reinforced and sound deadened as follows:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select one or more of the following core descriptions. Delete paragraphs not required. If more than one core type is required, indicate the types required on the door schedule.
				a.	Honeycomb: Reinforced, stiffened, sound deadened and insulated with impregnated Kraft honeycomb core completely filling the inside of the doors and laminated to inside faces of both panels using contact adhesive applied to both panels and honeycomb core.
				b.	Polystyrene Core: Full 1-3/4 inches (45 mm) thick rigid polystyrene, adhered to inside of door faces and polystyrene core with waterproof adhesive for bond strength and rust prevention.
				c.	Polyurethane Core: Full 1-3/4 inches (45 mm) thick rigid polyurethane, adhered to inside of door faces and polyurethane core with waterproof adhesive for bond strength and rust prevention.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Note that high gloss finishes on steel stiffened core doors is not recommended due to visibility of face spot welds visible with high gloss finishes.
				d.	Steel Stiffened Core: Vertical stiffeners, hat-shaped, minimum 20 gage (0.8 mm) steel, type same as face sheet material, spaced 6 inches (150 mm) apart and welded to inside of face sheets 5 inches (127 mm) on center; full-thick glass fiber insulation between stiffeners.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** UL labeled doors are available for fire ratings up to 3 hours. Delete paragraph below if labeled doors are not required.
			8.	Fire Rating: Supply door units bearing Labels for fire ratings indicated in Door Schedule for the locations indicated.
	2.3	DOOR FRAMES
		A.	General: Construct exterior/interior metal door frames to the following designs and gages;
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Exterior, Interior type(s) and gage paragraphs required and delete those not required. Note that Steelcraft DW and K Series KD frames are interior drywall type and not applicable for masonry installation. Note that Steelcraft F Series, MU Series, DW Series and K Series interior frames are no longer available in 18 gage.
			1.	Exterior Frames: Zinc-Iron Alloy-Coated galvannealed steel, ASTM A 653, Class A60:
				a.	Thickness:
					1)	16 gage (1.3 mm).
					2)	14 gage (1.7 mm).
			2.	Interior Frames in Masonry: Zinc-Iron Alloy-Coated galvannealed steel, ASTM A 653, Class A60, galvannealed steel.
				a.	Thickness:
					1)	16 gage (1.3 mm).
					2)	14 gage (1.7 mm).
			3.	Interior Frames in stud wall construction: cold rolled steel, ASTM A 1008/A 1008M.
				a.	Thickness:
					1)	18 gage (1 mm).
					2)	16 gage (1.3 mm).
					3)	14 gage (1.7 mm).
			4.	Interior KD Drywall Frames (Slip-On construction): cold rolled steel, ASTM A 1008/A 1008M.
				a.	Thickness:
					1)	18 gage (1 mm).
					2)	16 gage (1.3 mm).
					3)	14 gage (1.7 mm).
			5.	Include galvannealed components and internal reinforcements with galvannealed frames.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete paragraph below if electrical provisions are not required.
			6.	Electrical Requirements: Coordinate all electrical requirements for doors and frames. Make provisions for installation of electrical items so that wiring can be readily removed and replaced.
				a.	Provide cutouts and reinforcements required for metal door frame to accept electric components.
				b.	Frame with Electrical Hinges: Weld UL listed grout guard cover box welded over center hinge reinforcing. Top or bottom hinge locations are not permitted.
				c.	Provide cutouts and reinforcements required to accept security system components.
				d.	Coordinate with Section 08710 for electrified hardware items.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following paragraph describes Steelcraft Type F and MU Series Frames. Available knocked down for field assembly or set-up and welded with temporary shipping bars. Select the appropriate paragraphs below. Delete the paragraphs not required.
		B.	Flush Steel Frames:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select series required from the following paragraphs and delete the one not required. If more than one series is required indicate the location on the door schedule.
			1.	Acceptable Product: Steelcraft F-Series.
				a.	Performance:
					1)	Physical performance: 5 million cycles per ANSI A250.4
			2.	Acceptable Product: Steelcraft MU-Series.
				a.	Performance:
					1)	Physical performance: 5 million cycles per ANSI A250.4
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select knock-down or welded frames and delete the one not required. If more than type is required, indicate the types required on the door schedule.
			3.	Construction: Three-piece knock-down frames; mitered joints, with locking tab at each head and jamb intersection.
			4.	Construction: Factory-welded three sided frames.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select face or full profile welded frames as required. If more than type is required, indicate the types required on the door schedule.
				a.	Face welded: Weld miter joints between head and jamb faces completely along their length either internally or externally. The remaining elements of the frame profile (soffit, stop and rabbets) are not welded. Grind and finish face joints smooth.
				b.	Full profile welded:
					1)	Weld miter joints between head and jamb faces completely along their length either internally or externally.
					2)	Internally weld perimeter profile joints full length of soffit and rabbets with hairline seams on external meeting surfaces. Grind and finish face joints smooth.
			5.	Profile:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select one of the following profile paragraphs and delete the ones not required. If more than profile is required or if custom profile is required, indicate the profiles required on the door schedule. Note that MU Series is not available with 1 inch and Custom face dimensions.
				a.	2 inches (51 mm) face dimension with 5/8 inch (16 mm) high stop, and types and throat dimensions indicated on the Door Schedule.
				b.	1 inch (25 mm) face dimension with 5/8 inch (16 mm) high stop, and types and throat dimensions indicated on the Door Schedule.
				c.	Custom special face dimension with 5/8 inch (16 mm) high stop, and types and throat dimensions indicated on the Door Schedule.
			6.	Provide following reinforcement and accessories:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Verify door hardware preparation with door hardware section for the two paragraphs below.
				a.	Hinge Preparation for 4-1/2 inches (114 mm) high, standard weight, or heavy weight, full mortise hinges; with plaster guard.
				b.	Hinge Preparation for 5 inch (127 mm) high, universal standard weight, or heavy weight, full mortise hinges; with plaster guard.
				c.	Strike preparation (single doors) for 4-7/8 inch (123 mm) universal strike; with plaster guard.
				d.	Silencers. Prepare frames to receive inserted type door silencers, 3 per strike jamb on single doors, and 2 per head for pair of doors. Stick-on silencers are not permitted.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** UL, WH and FM labeled frames available for fire ratings of up to 3 hours. Delete paragraph below if labeled frames are not required.
			7.	Fire Rating: Supply frame units bearing Labels for fire ratings indicated in Door Schedule for the locations indicated.
			8.	Finish: Factory prime finish in accordance with ANSI A 250.10.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following describes Steelcraft Type DW and K Frames. Select paragraphs required and delete those not required.
		C.	Steel Frames for Drywall:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select series required from the following paragraphs and delete the one not required. If more than one series is required indicate the location on the door schedule.
			1.	Acceptable Product: Steelcraft-DW Series.
			2.	Performance:
				a.	Physical performance: 2 million cycles per ANSI A250.4
			3.	Acceptable Product: Steelcraft K-Series.
			4.	Construction: Three-piece knock-down frames; mitered joints, with locking tab at each head and jamb intersection.
			5.	Profile:
				a.	Profile: 2 inches (51 mm) face dimension, 1/2 inch (13 mm) backbend with 5/16 inch (8 mm) return, 5/8 inch (16 mm) high stop, types and throat dimensions indicated.
			6.	Provide following reinforcement and accessories:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Verify door hardware preparation with door hardware section for the two paragraphs below.
				a.	Hinge preparation for 4-1/2 inches (114 mm) high, full mortise hinges, 0.134 inch (3.4 mm) or 0.180 inch (4.6 mm) leaf thickness.
				b.	Hinge preparation for 5 inches (127 mm) high full mortise hinges, 0.134 inch (3.4 mm) or 0.180 inch (4.6 mm) leaf thickness.
				c.	Strike preparation (single doors) for 4-7/8 inch (125 mm) universal strike; with plaster guard.
				d.	Closer reinforcement: minimum 14 gage (1.7 mm) steel.
				e.	Projection weld hinge and strike reinforcements to the door frame.
				f.	Provide metal plaster guards for all mortised cutouts.
				g.	Include galvannealed hardware reinforcements in all galvannealed frames.
				h.	Silencers. Prepare frames to receive inserted type door silencers, 3 per strike jamb on single doors, and 2 per head for pair of doors. Stick-on silencers are not permitted.
			7.	Anchors: Locate adjustable anchors in each jamb 4 inches (102 mm) from the top of the door opening to hold frame in rigid alignment.
				a.	Provide security anchor at strike jambs on all frames 7 foot 6 inches (2286 mm) high and over.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select one or more of the following two paragraphs and delete the one not required.
				b.	Base Anchors for DW Series: Lock-in type; adjustable for stud depth.
				c.	Base Anchors for K Series: Exposed fastener type; recessed hole at base of jamb for countersunk fastener installation.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** UL labeled frames available for fire ratings of up to 3 hours. Delete paragraph below if labeled frames are not required.
			8.	Fire Rating: Supply frame units bearing Labels for fire ratings indicated in Door Schedule for the locations indicated.
			9.	Finish: Factory prime finish.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following paragraph for Steelcraft FP-14 Series Frame used together with Steelcraft Paladin(tm) Tornado Doors. Available in a maximum size of 4 feet 0 inches wide and 9 feet 0 inches high single and 8 feet 0 inches wide and 8 feet 0 inches high pair. Consult manufacturer's literature for additional information on availability. Delete if not required.
		D.	Steel Frames for Tornado Door Systems: Steelcraft Paladin FP-Series Tornado Door and Frame Systems. Comply with Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) 361 Guidelines and provides the highest level of security and safety for tornado shelters and severe storm areas of refuge.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select series required from the following paragraphs and delete the one not required. If more than one series is required indicate the location on the door schedule.
			1.	Acceptable Product: Steelcraft FP-Series.
				a.	Performance:
					1)	Physical performance: 5 million cycles per ANSI A250.4
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select knock-down or welded frames and delete the one not required. If more than type is required, indicate the types required on the door schedule.
			2.	Construction: Factory-welded three sided frames.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select face or full profile welded frames as required. If more than type is required, indicate the types required on the door schedule.
				a.	Face welded: Weld miter joints between head and jamb faces completely along their length either internally or externally. The remaining elements of the frame profile (soffit, stop and rabbets) are not welded. Grind and finish face joints smooth.
				b.	Full profile welded:
					1)	Weld miter joints between head and jamb faces completely along their length either internally or externally.
					2)	Internally weld perimeter profile joints full length of soffit and rabbets with hairline seams on external meeting surfaces. Grind and finish face joints smooth.
			3.	Profile:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select one of the following profile paragraphs and delete the ones not required. If more than profile is required or if custom profile is required, indicate the profiles required on the door schedule. Note that MU Series is not available with 1 inch and Custom face dimensions.
				a.	2 inch (51 mm) face dimension with 5/8 inch (16 mm) high stop, and types and throat dimensions indicated on the Door Schedule.
			4.	Provide following reinforcement and accessories:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Verify door hardware preparation with door hardware section for the two paragraphs below.
				a.	Hinge Preparation for 4-1/2 inches (114 mm) high, standard weight, or heavy weight, full mortise hinges; with plaster guard.
				b.	Hinge Preparation for 5 inch (127 mm) high, universal standard weight, or heavy weight, full mortise hinges; with plaster guard.
				c.	Strike preparation (single doors) for 4-7/8 inch (123 mm) universal strike; with plaster guard.
				d.	Silencers. Prepare frames to receive inserted type door silencers, 3 per strike jamb on single doors, and 2 per head for pair of doors. Stick-on silencers are not permitted.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** UL, WH and FM labeled frames available for fire ratings of up to 3 hours. Delete paragraph below if labeled frames are not required.
			5.	Fire Rating: Supply frame units bearing Labels for fire ratings indicated in Door Schedule for the locations indicated.
			6.	Finish: Factory prime finish.
	2.4	HOLLOW METAL FRAMING SYSTEMS
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Factory assembled and welded Hollow Metal Framing Systems (Architectural Stick Assemblies) require verification of field dimensions from the Contractor. Frame fabrication should not begin until these "final" dimensions have been submitted.
		A.	Hollow Metal Framing Systems:
			1.	Acceptable Product: Steelcraft Architectural Stick Systems.
			2.	Components: Construct architectural stick frame assemblies of standard frame components, fabricated as specified.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select the frame types required from the following paragraphs and delete those not required.
				a.	Interior Frames in stud wall construction: 16 gage (1.3 mm) cold rolled steel, ASTM A 1008/A 1008M steel.
				b.	Interior Frames in Masonry: Zinc-Iron Alloy-Coated galvannealed steel, ASTM A 653, Class A60, 16 gage 0.053 inch (1.3 mm) galvannealed steel.
				c.	Exterior Frame Material: Galvannealed steel, ASTM A 653, Class A60, 14 gage (1.7 mm) cold rolled frames.
				d.	Include galvannealed components and internal reinforcements with galvannealed frames.
			3.	Frame component requirements:
				a.	Prepare required sticks at door openings and frame assemblies for hardware as specified in Section 08710.
				b.	Fabricate frame assemblies from three basic components:
					1)	Open Sections (perimeter members) identical in configuration to standard frames.
					2)	Closed sections (intermediate members) with identical jamb depth, face dimensions, and stops as open sections.
					3)	Sill sections: Fabricated from galvannealed steel, flush with both faces of adjacent vertical members. Cut individual components to length and notched to assure square joints and corners.
				c.	Externally welded face joints at meeting mullions or between mullions and other frame members on the face surfaces only. Grind and finish face joints smooth.
				d.	Fabricate frame assemblies for shipment to the jobsite completely welded.
					1)	Field joints permissible only when the size of the total assembly exceeds shipping limitations.
					2)	Fabricate oversized frames in sections designated for splicing in the field.
					3)	Provide frames with joint reinforcements 14 gage (1.7 mm), 8 inches (203 mm) long.
					4)	Field weld joint reinforcement inside and tack weld outside joint at both faces, grind, and finish smooth and uniform in appearance, after installation.
				e.	Pierced and dimpled glazing beads for use with manufacturers' standard fasteners.
				f.	Provide necessary anchors for jambs, heads, and sills of assemblies.
				g.	Verify field dimensions as required. Do not begin fabrication until these dimensions have been verified, and approved.
			4.	Accessories:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of two paragraphs below.
				a.	Glazing Bead: Formed steel sheet; screw-attached.
				b.	Glazing Bead: Formed steel sheet; snap-in installation.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select only one of the three paragraphs below noting that the 3/8 inch panel is not applicable to fire rated assemblies.
				c.	Steel Panels:
					1)	3/8 inch (9.5 mm) thick and manufactured from 18 gage (1.0 mm) thick non-galvannealed or galvannealed steel faces with a fiberboard core.
					2)	1/2 inch (12.5 mm) thick and manufactured from 20 gage (0.88 mm), 18 gage (1.0 mm), 16 gage (1.3 mm), 14 gage (1.7 mm) thick non-galvannealed or galvannealed steel faces with a mineral board core for fire rated frames.
					3)	1-3/4 inches (45 mm) thick and manufactured from 20 gage (0.8 mm), 18 gage (1.0 mm), 16 gage (1.3 mm) thick non-galvannealed or galvannealed steel faces with a honeycomb core.
					4)	Cores laminated to the inside faces of both panels and honeycomb core, coated with waterproof adhesive for bond strength and rust prevention.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** UL labeled units are available. Delete paragraph if labeled frames not required. Note that fire rated units must be factory assembled and welded; individual components can not be labeled.
			5.	Fire Rating: Provide factory assembled welded units bearing Labels for fire ratings indicated on the Drawings.
			6.	Finish: Factory prime finish in accordance with ANSI A 250.10.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Edit the following paragraphs as required for the project. Delete the paragraphs not required.
	2.5	ACCESSORIES
		A.	Anchors: Manufacturer's standard framing anchors, specified in manufacturer's printed installation instructions for project conditions.
		B.	Astragals for pairs of doors: Manufacturer's standard for labeled and non-labeled openings.
		C.	Door Bottom:
			1.	Acceptable Product: Steelcraft Fas-Seal Door Bottom.
			2.	Characteristics: Electrometric, continuous strip, screw-attached to recessed bottom door channel for concealed installation; double-sealing; acceptable for fire-rated doors up to 3 hour rating.
		D.	Plaster Guards: Same material as door frame, minimum 24 gage (0.5 mm) minimum; provide for all strike boxes.
		E.	Silencers: Resilient rubber, Inserted type, three per strike jamb for single openings and two per head for paired openings. Stick-on silencers shall not be permitted except on hollow metal framing systems.
		F.	Glazing: Specified in Section 08800.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select louvers from the following paragraphs as required for the project. Delete the paragraphs not required.
		G.	Door Louvers:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Inserted louvers are available in L, B, S and A-Series doors. Inserted louvers for Land B-Series Doors available in the following sizes; L-214 12 inches by 14 inches (305 mm by 356 mm), L-216 18 inches by 14 inches (457 mm by 356 mm), L-218 24 inches by 14 inches (610 mm by 356 mm), and L-219 inches by 24 inches (610 mm by 610 mm). For A-Series Doors; A-264 25-1/8 inches by 66-3/8 inches (638 mm by 1686 mm) A-265 25-1/8 inches by 70-3/8 inches (638 mm by 1788 mm)
			1.	Inserted: 1 inch (25 mm) thick, inverted 'Y' blade type, inserted into an opening prepared in the door faces. Blades are made from 18 gage (1.0 mm) steel and welded to a fabricated sub-frame. Louver is held in place by a retaining frame (shroud), supplied with louver.
				a.	Free air space is 50 percent of louver area.
				b.	Size: As indicated on the Drawings.
				c.	Frame: with tamper proof fasteners.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Fusible Link louvers must be tested and listed for use in fire door applications. Refer to the Fire Rated section of this manual. Listed fusible link louvers are available in Land B-Series doors. Fusible link louvers are available for Land B-Series Doors; L-514 12 inches by 14 inches (305 mm by 356 mm), L-515 12 inches by 24 inches (305 mm by 610 mm), L-516 18 inches by 14 inches (457 mm by 356 mm), L-517 18 inches by 24 inches (457 mm by 610 mm), L-518 24 inches by 14 inches (610 mm by 356 mm), L-519 24 inches by 24 inches (610 mm by 610 mm).
			2.	Fusible Link: Louvers are 1 inch (25 mm) thick, steel 'Z' blade type, containing a fusible link that will break at a prescribed temperature, releasing a closing mechanism. Free air space is 30 percent of louver area.
				a.	UL Rated.
				b.	Size: As indicated on the Drawings.
				c.	Frame: with tamper proof fasteners.
	2.6	FABRICATION
		A.	Steel Frames:
			1.	Three-piece knock-down frames: Head and jamb intersecting corners die-cut, mitered at 45 degrees, with locking tabs for rigid connection when assembled.
			2.	Factory-welded frames: Head and jamb intersecting corners mitered at 45 degrees, with back welded joints ground smooth.
				a.	Continuous face weld the joint between the head and jamb faces along their length either internally or externally. Grind, prime paint, and finish smooth face joints with no visible face seams.
				b.	Externally weld, grind, prime paint, and finish smooth face joints at meeting mullions or between mullions and other frame members per a current copy of ANSI/SDI A250.8.
				c.	Provide temporary steel spreaders (welded to the jambs at each rabbet of door openings) on welded frames during shipment. Remove temporary steel spreaders prior to installation of the frame.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete following paragraph if no electrical or security components are required.
			3.	Provide cutouts and reinforcements required for electrical and security components specified elsewhere in this specification.
	2.7	FINISHES
		A.	Chemical Treatment: Treat steel surfaces to promote paint adhesion.
		B.	Factory Prime Finish: Meet requirements of ANSI A 250.10.
	PART 3	EXECUTION
	3.1	EXAMINATION
		A.	Verify that project conditions are acceptable before beginning installation of frames.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete paragraphs below if not applicable to project.
			1.	Verify that completed openings to receive knock-down wrap-around frames are of correct size and thickness.
			2.	Verify that completed concrete or masonry openings to receive butt type frames are of correct size.
		B.	Do not begin installation until conditions have been properly prepared.
		C.	Correct unacceptable conditions before proceeding with installation.
	3.2	INSTALLATION
		A.	Install doors and frames in accordance with manufacturer's printed installation instructions and with Steel Door Institute's recommended erection instructions for steel frames ANSI A250.11 and NAAMM/HMMA 840.
		B.	Fire Doors and Frames: Install in accordance with ANSI/NFPA 80.
		C.	Remove temporary steel spreaders prior to installation of frames.
		D.	Set frames accurately in position; plumb, align and brace until permanent anchors are set. After wall construction is complete, remove temporary wood spreaders.
			1.	Field splice only at approved locations indicated on the shop drawings.
			2.	Weld, grind, and finish as required to conceal evidence of splicing on exposed faces.
		E.	Provide full height 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) to 1-1/2 inch (38 mm) thick strip of polystyrene foam blocking at frames requiring grouting where continuous hinges are specified. Apply the strip to the back of the frame, where the hinge is to be installed, to facilitate field drilling or tapping.
		F.	Grouting Hollow Metal Frames:
			1.	Provide and install temporary bottom and intermediate wood spreaders to maintain proper width and avoid bowing or deforming of frame members. Refer to ANSI A250.11-2001 and NAAMM/HMMA 840.
			2.	Comply with ANSI/SDI Standard A250.8, paragraph 4.2.2, and HMMA 820 TN01 Grouting Hollow Metal Frames, whereby grout will be mixed to provide a 4 inch (102 mm) maximum slump consistency and hand toweled into place. Do not use grout mixed to a thinner, pumpable consistency.
			3.	Provide a vertical wood brace during grouting of frame at openings over 4 foot (1219 mm) wide, to prevent sagging of frame header.
		G.	Glaze and seal exterior transom, sidelight and window frames in accordance with HMMA-820 TN03.
		H.	Apply hardware in accordance with hardware manufacturers' instructions and Section 08710 of these Specifications. Install hardware with only factory-provided fasteners. Install silencers. Adjust door installation to provide uniform clearance at head and jambs, to achieve maximum operational effectiveness and appearance.
	3.3	FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
		A.	Fire-Rated Door Assembly Testing:
			1.	Upon completion of the installation, test each fire door assembly to confirm proper operation of its closing device and verify that it meets all criteria of a fire door assembly per NFPA 80 2007.
			2.	Perform inspections by individuals with documented knowledge and understanding of the operation components of the type of door being tested.
			3.	Provide a written record to the Owner with copies available to the Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
			4.	Record shall list the fire door assembly and include the door number with an itemized list of hardware set components for each door opening and location in the facility.
	3.4	ADJUST AND CLEAN
		A.	Adjust doors for proper operation, free from binding or other defects.
		B.	Clean and restore soiled surfaces. Remove scraps and debris and leave site in a clean condition.
		C.	Prime Coat Touch-Up: Immediately after erection, sand smooth rusted or damaged areas of prime coat, and apply touch-up of compatible air-drying primer.
	3.5	PROTECTION
		A.	Protect installed products and finished surfaces from damage during construction.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Use the following article if a schedule is provided. Reference a schedule or include a schedule as an attachment, which locates doors and frames.
	3.6	SCHEDULES
		A.
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