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Garaga Inc. Overhead Doors
 
         
SECTION 08360
 
         
OVERHEAD DOORS
 
         
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          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Garaga Inc.; commercial, industrial and residential overhead doors and operators with controls.
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This section is based on the products of Garaga Inc., which is located at:
          8500 25th Ave.
St. Georges, QC, Canada G6A 1K5
Toll Free Tel: (800)464-2724
Tel: (418) 227-2828
Fax: (418) 227-6282
Toll Free Fax: (888) 290-4664
Email: info@garaga.com
Web: www.garaga.com.
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          Garaga is a manufacturer of residential, commercial and industrial overhead garage doors. Products include insulated steel and aluminum sectional garage doors, light and heavy duty automatic garage door openers and custom hardware.

Garaga relies on a network of certified garage door installers who have the expertise to fulfill all your requirements.

Residential Garage Doors: Eastman Estate, Top Tech, H-Tech Plus, H-Tech, North Hatley, Standard +, Standard XL, Standard MIX, Standard 138, Alterna II and Alterna. Garaga Inc. specializes in the fabrication of sectional garage doors. Garaga doors are insulated with high-pressure injected polyurethane foam ensuring a thermal-resistance rating of R-12 to R-18, depending on door model, low insulated or non-insulated (pan door). You'll find in the Garaga product line 10 residential doors, (steel and aluminum), 15 colors, 2 wood grain finishes, and 6 designs. The Garaga doors have weather stripping (interlocking joint and weather-stripping for the threshold) that ensures superior weather tightness of the door. Not specified. Refer to manufacturer for modifications necessary to this specification.

Commercial and Industrial Garage Doors: G-1000, G-2000, G-3000, G-4000, G-5000, G-7000, G-8000 and G-8500. Garaga offers a complete range of products for commercial, industrial or agricultural use. Offered in a wide choice of standard or non-standard sizes, in aluminum, steel or service station type, these doors offer sturdiness and reliability for long lasting operation. Each door is custom built to meet your specifications.

Garaga Door Hardware: Garaga builds complete hardware systems for its overhead doors. Made of steel in 12, 13 or 14 gage, the hardware is built to last in the most demanding conditions. Springs with service life from 10,000 to 200,000 cycles are available for high usage doors. Consult our engineering department for all your projects.

We will be able to help you with our expertise and follow up at every stage until the end of your project.
 
          PART 1GENERAL
 
          1.1SECTION INCLUDES
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete items below not required for project.
 
          A.Commercial overhead doors, operators and controls.
 
          B.Industrial overhead doors, operators and controls.
 
          C.Residential overhead doors, operators and controls.
 
          1.2RELATED SECTIONS
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required.
 
          A.Section 05500 - Metal Fabrications: Metal framing support, headers and jambs.
 
          B.Section 16050 - Basic Electrical Methods and Materials: Conduit for control wiring and electrical service and disconnect for operator.
 
          1.3REFERENCES
          ** 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/A653M - Standard Specification for Steel Sheet, Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) or Zinc-Iron Alloy-Coated (Galvannealed) by the Hot-Dip Process.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if no residential doors required.
 
          B.ASTM B 117 - Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray (Fog) Apparatus.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if no residential doors required.
 
          C.ASTM C 518 - Standard Test Method for Steady-State Thermal Transmission Properties by Means of the Heat Flow Meter Apparatus.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if no residential doors required.
 
          D.ASTM D 525 - Standard Test Method for Oxidation Stability of Gasoline (Induction Period Method).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if no residential doors required.
 
          E.ASTM D 870 - Standard Practice for Testing Water Resistance of Coatings Using Water Immersion.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if no residential doors required.
 
          F.ASTM D 659 - Method of Evaluating Degree of Chalking of Exterior Paints.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if no residential doors required.
 
          G.ASTM D 2247 - Standard Practice for Testing Water Resistance of Coatings in 100% Relative Humidity.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if no residential doors required.
 
          H.E 283 - Standard Test Method for Determining Rate of Air Leakage Through Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, and Doors Under Specified Pressure Differences Across the Specimen.
 
          I.Society for Automotive Engineers (SAE) 1020 - Wire, Steel, 0.18-0.23c (SAE 1020), Annealed.
 
          1.4SUBMITTALS
 
          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.Installation methods.
 
          C.Shop Drawings: Type of materials, the type of opening mechanism, the required tolerances, the electrical connections, the structural support required, and the coordination with opening finish materials.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete selection samples if colors have already been selected.
 
          D.Selection Samples: For each finish product specified, two complete sets of color chips representing manufacturer's full range of available colors and patterns.
 
          E.Verification Samples: For each finish product specified, one hand door sample, 28 inches (711 mm) by 21 inches (533 mm), representing actual product, color, and patterns.
 
          1.5QUALITY ASSURANCE
 
          A.Manufacturer Qualifications: The manufacturer of materials shall be registered in accordance with ISO-9001 (2000 version) standards.
 
          B.Installer Qualifications: The installer shall be approved by the garage door manufacturer, using factory trained installers experienced with this work, and ha a minimum of 5 years experience in overhead door installation.
 
          1.6DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
 
          A.Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation or preparation of doors in installer/s facility.
 
          B.Store and dispose of solvent-based materials, and materials used with solvent-based materials, in accordance with requirements of local authorities having jurisdiction.
 
          1.7PROJECT CONDITIONS
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** For doors wider than 18 feet (5.5 m), or high wind conditions, consult manufacturer engineering service.
 
          A.The doors and the hardware system shall be designed to meet or exceed the industry standard for windload issued by the Door & Access Systems Manufacturer Association (DASMA).
 
          B.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.
 
          1.8WARRANTY
 
          A.PVC Overlays: Overlays are guaranteed for ten (10) years against discoloration and five (5) years for delamination.
 
          PART 2PRODUCTS
 
          2.1MANUFACTURERS
 
          A.Acceptable Manufacturer: Garaga Inc., which is located at: 8500 25th Ave. ; St. Georges, QC, Canada G6A 1K5; Toll Free Tel: 866-960-2828; Tel: 418-227-2828; Fax: 418-227-6282; Email: request info; Web: www.garaga.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 ** Delete if not required.
 
          2.2COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL DOORS
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Refer to manufacturer literature for size restrictions. Delete if not required.
 
          A.Insulated Aluminum Garage Door:
          1.Model G-1000, 0.02 inch (0.60 mm) thick aluminum, 1 3/4 inches (44.5 mm) thick door as manufactured by Garaga Inc.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete panel style not required.
          a.Raised Panels for Commercial and Industrial Doors: Style CC.
          b.Grooved Panels for Commercial and Industrial Doors: Style LN, 4 grooves.
          2.The doors shall have a thermal resistance factor of R-16 (RSI 2.8 or k = 0.357 W/m2K).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Refer to manufacturer literature for size restrictions. Delete if not required.
 
          B.Insulated Galvanized Steel Garage Door:
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.
          1.Model G-2000, steel 23/23 gauge (0.60 mm / 0.60 mm), 1 3/4 inches (44.5 mm) thick door as manufactured by Garaga Inc.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete panel style not required.
          a.Raised Panels: Style CC.
          b.Grooved Panels: Style LN, 4 grooves.
          c.The doors shall have a thermal resistance factor of R-16 (RSI- 2.8 or k = 0.357 W/m2K).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.
          2.Model G-3000, steel 20 exterior /23 interior gauge (0.83 mm / 0.60 mm), 1 3/4 inches (44.5 mm) thick door as manufactured by Garaga Inc.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete panel style not required.
          a.Grooved Panels for Commercial and Industrial Doors: Style LN, 4 grooves.
          b.The doors shall have a thermal resistance factor of R-16 (RSI- 2.8 or k = 0.357 W/m2K).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.
          3.Model G-5000, steel 26/26 gauge (.40 mm / .40 mm), 1 3/4 inches (44.5 mm) thick door as manufactured by Garaga Inc.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete panel style not required.
          a.Raised Panels: Style CC.
          b.Grooved Panels: Style LN, grooved model.
          c.Flush Panels for Commercial and Industrial Doors: Style (PL).
          d.The doors shall have a thermal resistance factor of R-16 (RSI- 2.8 or k = 0.357 W/m2K).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.
          4.Model G-7000, steel 26/26 gauge (.40 mm / .40 mm), 1 3/8 inches (35 mm) thick door as manufactured by Garaga Inc.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete panel style not required.
          a.Raised Panels: Style CC.
          b.Grooved Panels: Style LN, grooved model.
          c.Flush Panels for Commercial and Industrial Doors: Style (PL).
          d.The doors shall have a thermal resistance factor of R-12 (RSI 2.1 or k = 0.476 W/m2K).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.
          5.Model G-8500 (polystyrene insulated) steel 24/24 gauge, 2 inches (50 mm) thick door as manufactured by Garaga Inc.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete panel style not required.
          a.Raised Panels: Style CC.
          b.Grooved Panels: Style LN, grooved model.
          c.The doors shall have a thermal resistance factor of R-6.6 (RSI 1.2).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Refer to manufacturer literature for size restrictions. Delete if not required.
 
          C."Service Station" Style Garage Door:
          1.Model G-4000, 1 3/4 inches (44.5 mm), Aluminum Service Station type as manufactured by Garaga Inc.
          a.Double aluminum panels made up of two 0.02 inch (0.60 mm) aluminum sheets, which are laminated to a 3/8 inch (10 mm) sheet of plywood. The panel is fixed to the aluminum extrusion assembly with rigid PVC moldings and brackets.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Refer to manufacturer literature for size restrictions. Delete if not required.
 
          D.Non-Insulated Galvanized Steel Garage Door:
          1.Model G-8000 (non insulated) steel 24/24 gauge (.607 mm / .607 mm), 2 inches (50 mm) thick door as manufactured by Garaga Inc.
          a.Panels: Style LN, grooved model.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.
 
          2.3COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL DOOR FABRICATION
 
          A.Panel:
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Choose the type of windows needed for the project. Delete if not required.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** G-1000, G-2000, G-3000, G-5000, G-7000. Not available on G-4000 and G-8000/8500. Delete if not required.
          1.Standard Window: Clear double thermopane windows shall have a total thickness of 1 inch (25.4 mm). The 1/8 inch (3 mm) panes are sealed in aluminum extrusions. The windows are inserted in an expanded PVC frame and factory installed by the manufacturer.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** G-1000, G-2000, G-3000, G-4000, G-5000, Not available on G-7000 and G-8000/8500. Delete if not required.
          2.Panoramic Window: Clear double thermopane windows shall have a total thickness of 5/8 inch (16 mm). The 1/8 inch (3 mm) panes are sealed in aluminum extrusions. The windows are inserted in aluminum tubular extrusions and measure 0.06 inch (1.6 mm) thick. The windows are fixed with rigid PVC moldings and brackets. They are factory installed by the manufacturer.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete color not required.
          a.Color: clear anodized.
          b.Color: white.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** G-8000 only. Delete if not required.
          3.Window: Clear simple thermo pane windows, total thickness of 1/8 inch (3 mm). The windows are inserted in an expanded PVC frame and factory installed by the manufacturer.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.
          4.Provide exhaust ports of 4 inches (100 mm) in diameter are factory installed on each door in order to place flexible hoses for evacuating exhaust gases.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Available on industrial doors: G-1000, G-2000, G-3000, G-5000 and G-7000 only. Delete if not required.
          5.Provide steel end caps shall be installed at the end of each section where the hinges are to be fastened.
 
          B.Weatherstripping:
          1.Provide continuous weatherstripping at the bottom of the lower panel. The weatherstripping shall be made of a U-shape aluminum extrusion and a semi-circular EPDM rubber tubing.
          2.Provide on the exterior side of the door jambs and lintel. Weatherstripping shall be made of an aluminum extrusion and a double-edged strip of arctic vinyl.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Available on industrial doors: G-1000, G-2000, G-3000, G-5000 and G-7000 only. Delete if not required.
          3.Provide weatherstripping of flexible and rigid PVC inset at the intersection of each panel and inset at the head of the door.
 
          C.Hardware:
          1.Doors of over 10 feet (3 m) high with manual operation shall be equipped with a chain hoist mounted on the wall.
          2.Movement hardware shall be equipped with springs at the end of the tracks in order to prevent the cables from falling off the drums.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.
          3.Provide track guards, L-shaped or Z-shaped.
 
          D.Construction:
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following paragraph if no aluminum doors.
          1.Aluminum: Alloy standard with manufacturer.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following paragraph if no steel doors.
          2.Steel: DQSK galvanized steel sheet in accordance with ASTM A 653/A653M, shall have a G.60 (Z-180) coating in manufacturers standard color. The galvanized steel sheet has a zinc coating with a minimum of 0.04 lb/sq. inch (180 g/sm). The polyester paint finish, 2 layers, conforms to standard ASTM A653/A653M and has a thickness of 1.0 mils (.0254 mm).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER **Wood block below is a standard feature for the G-1000, G-2000, G-3000, G-5000, and G-7000 series. Not available on G-8000 (un-insulated), G-8500 (styrene insulated - polyback) and G-4000 (service station garage door). Delete if not required.
          3.A block of dry pine shall be inserted at both ends of each insulated garage door section for the fastening of the lateral hinges.
          4.The tracks are made of 12 gauge (2.6 mm) galvanized steel of 3 inches (76 mm). The horizontal track is reinforced with a steel angle of 2 inches by 2 inches (50 mm by 50 mm).
          5.The hinges are made of 13 gauge (2.278 mm) galvanized steel. Industrial rollers of 3 inches (75 mm) with 10 ball- bearings are used.
          6.14 gauge (1.897 mm) steel reinforcement plates shall be inserted within the door panels to provide proper fastening for such hardware accessories as the handle, the hinges, and the plate for the garage door operator.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Option for “apartment” installation only. Available for trolley type only.Not available for G-4000 and G-7000. Delete if not required.
          7.Garage door rollers for 3 inches (75 mm) tracks will have a U.H.M.V. head with a sealed 6202-2RS precision ball bearing and mounted on an SAE 1020 galvanized steel rod.
          8.Cycles for torsion springs: Springs shall be designed for the maximum operation cycles.
          9.Doors exceeding 12 feet-4 inches (3759 mm) in width shall have 22 gauge (.759 mm) galvanized steel horizontal struts, and 13 gauge (2.278 mm) double hinges at each end.
          10.Doors exceeding 18 feet-3 inches (5563 mm) in width shall be equipped with tension bridge reinforcement. Reinforcement shall be mounted at each end of the top panel and held in the center by a support whose height is adjusted according to the width of the door.
 
          E.Operator:
          1.The torsion spring lifting system shall consist of all the parts and accessories needed for its operation. Doors weighing more than 1000 lb (454 kg), hardware parts included, shall be approved by a professional in installation in regards to the choice of pieces of hardware (drums, galvanized cables, springs, anchor plate, and solid shaft).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Electric operator requirements. Delete if not required.
          2.The electric motors, control mechanisms, relays, and electrical devices of the operator shall be approved according to CSA and UL standards.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete trolley type operator type not required.
          3.Type: Trolley. The system consists of a carriage that slides between dual galvanized steel angle tracks.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Less than 50 cycles/day. Delete if not required.
          a.Operator Model: MT Model.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** 50 to 80 cycles/day. Delete if not required.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** 50 to 80 cycles/day. Delete if not required.
          b.Operator Model: T Model.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** 50 to 80 cycles/day. Delete if not required.
          c.Operator Model: GT Model.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** 80 cycles and more/day. Delete if not required.
          d.Operator Model: APT Model.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Insert power requirements for service.
          e.Horsepower:
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete jackshaft type operator type not required.
          4.Type: Jackshaft. The operators shall feature a positive lock mechanical brake, an instantly reversible motor, and a thermal protection device against power surges.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Refer to manufacturer literature. Select operator model and horsepower rating required. Delete operator not required.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Less than 50 cycles/day. Delete if not required.
          a.Operator Model: MJ Model.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Less than 50 cycles/day. Delete if not required.
          b.Operator Model: MH Model.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** 50 to 80 cycles/day. Delete if not required.
          c.Operator Model: H Model.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** 80 cycles and more/day. Delete if not required.
          d.Operator Model: GH Model.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Insert power requirements for service.
          e.Horsepower:
          5.The operators shall be equipped with an instantly reversible motor, which has built-in thermal protection mechanism. The electrical control circuit shall be of 24 volts.
          6.A safety mechanism with photocells shall be provided to each operator in order to stop and reverse the movement of the door in the event an object interrupts the light beam.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Choose the necessary options. Delete if not required.
          7.An electro-pneumatic safety device with an instant reverse feature shall be provided to each operator. It consists of a rubber hose concealed within the weatherstripping located at the bottom of the door, combined with electric switches. This device makes the door stop and reverse when it contacts with an object.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if apartment installation required.
          8.The door shall travel at approximately 7.9 to 11 inches per second (200 to 280 mm per second).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if apartment installation not required.
          9.The door shall travel at a speed of 6 to 7.1 inches per second (150 to 180 mm per second).
 
          F.Controls:
          1.The control panel for the door operator shall be of the push-button type for Up/Down/Stop control and surface mounted on the inside wall.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.
          2.The door operators shall be equipped with a remote wireless radio control system.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.
          3.A control station with a key switch for Up/Down/Stop shall be surface mounted on the outside of the building.
          4.All side latches will be equipped with an electrical interlock switch to prevent use of the electric operator when the door is locked.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Choose the necessary options for "apartment" installations. Available for trolley type only. Not available for G-4000 "garage" model and G-7000 model. Delete if not required.
          5.A mechanism consisting of green and red warning lights and an automatic closing feature shall control the operation of the door. After the door is in its fully open position, it will remain open for an adjustable preset time. It will then close automatically. The warning lights will ensure warning to vehicular traffic.
          6.The door shall be equipped with a remote control system.
          7.A magnetic loop detector shall be installed in the floor. When a vehicle approaches the inductive loop, the detector sends a signal to the electric operator to signal the presence of a vehicle.
          8.A control station for use of a card scanner shall be mounted on a steel post outside the door entry. It shall be placed in such a way as to be accessible to the users from their vehicles. The signal of the magnetic detector shall be coupled with the card scanner control station as precedent necessary for the card scanner to open the garage door.
          9.A control station with a key switch for opening the door or a wireless keyless entry system shall be mounted on a steel post outside the apartment building. It shall be placed in such a way as to be accessible to the users from their vehicle. The signal of the magnetic detector shall be coupled with the key switch control station as precedent necessary for the key switch to open the garage door.
 
          G.Color:
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Following color Model G-4000 only. Delete if not required.
          1.Clear anodized.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Following color Model G-2000 and G-3000 only. Delete if not required.
          2.Tex White.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Following color Model G-5000, G-7000 and G-8000/85000 only. Delete if not required.
          3.Ice White.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Following 4 colors Model G-5000 only. Delete if not required.
          4.Metro Brown.
          5.Desert Sand.
          6.Claystone.
          7.Dark Sand.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Following 10 colors Model G-1000 only. Delete if not required.
          8.White.
          9.Nordic.
          10.Universal Brown.
          11.Terra Brown.
          12.Sierra Bronze.
          13.Ivory.
          14.Grey.
          15.Evergreen.
          16.Slate Blue.
          17.Heron Blue.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.
 
          2.4RESIDENTIAL GARAGE DOORS
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Top Tech. Delete if not required.
 
          A.The garage doors shall be model TOP TECH made by Garaga Inc. The panels are shaped with 23 gauge steel and electronically injected with high pressure polyurethane for a total minimum thickness of 1-3/4 inches (45 mm).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Width: 1 inch (25.4 mm) increments from 5 feet-0 inches to 16 feet-0 inches (1.5 to 4.9 m). Height: 1 inch (25.4 mm ) increments from 6 feet-0 inches to 8 feet-0 inches.
          1.Size: Refer to drawings
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete panel design not required.
          2.The surface of the steel sheet is smooth textured finish and with classical raised panels (CC).
          3.The surface of the steel sheet is smooth texture finish and with 2 (two) horizontal decorative grooves (LN).
          4.The total insulation factor is R-16 (RSI 2.8 or k = 0.357 W/m2K) (ASTM standard C-518-91).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** H-Tech Plus. Delete if not required.
 
          B.The garage doors shall be model H-TECH PLUS made by Garaga Inc. The panels are made of 0.023 inch (0.60mm) Aluminum and electronically injected with high pressure polyurethane for a total minimum thickness of 2 inches (50 mm).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Width: 1 inch (25.4 mm) increments from 8 feet-0 inch to 18 feet-0 inch (2.4 to 5.5 m). Height: 3 inches (76.2 mm) increments from 6 feet-0 inch to 8 feet-0 inch (1.8 to 2.4 m).
          1.Size: Refer to drawings
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete panel design not required.
          2.The surface of the aluminum sheet is woodgrain and with classical raised panels (CC).
          3.The surface of the aluminum sheet is woodgrain and with flush panels (PL).
          4.The surface of the aluminum sheet is woodgrain and horizontal with 2 or 4 decorative grooves (LN).
          5.The doors shall have a thermal resistance factor of R-18 (RSI 3.2 or k = 0.313 W/m2K).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** H-Tech. Delete if not required.
 
          C.The garage doors shall be model H-TECH made by Garaga Inc. The panels are made of 0.023 inch (0.60 mm) Aluminum and electronically injected with high pressure polyurethane for a total minimum thickness of 1-3/4 inches (44.5 mm).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Width: 1 inch (25.4 mm) increments from 5 feet-0 inch to 18 feet-0 inch (1.5 to 5.5 m). Height: 1 inch (25.4 mm) increments from 6 feet-0 inch to 8 feet-0 inch (1.8 to 2.4 m).
          1.Size: Refer to Drawings.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete panel design not required.
          2.The surface of the aluminum sheet is woodgrain and with classical raised panels (CC).
          3.The surface of the aluminum sheet is woodgrain and with flush panels (PL).
          4.The surface of the aluminum sheet is woodgrain and horizontal with 2 or 4 decorative grooves (LN).
          5.The doors shall have a thermal resistance factor of R-16 (RSI 2.8 or k = 0.357 W/m2K).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** North Hatley. Delete if not required.
 
          D.The garage doors shall be model North Hatley made by Garaga Inc. The panels are shaped with 26 gauge steel and electronically injected with high pressure polyurethane for a total minimum thickness of 1-3/4 inches (44.5 mm).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Width: 1 inch (25.4 mm) increments from 5 feet-0 inch to 18 feet-0 inch (1.5 to 5.5 m). Height: 3 inches (76.2 mm) increments from 6 feet-6 inches to 8 feet-0 inch (2.0 to 2.4 m)
          1.Size: Refer to Drawings.
          2.Doors are supplied with black decorative hardware (4 hinges, 2 vertical handles and 1 lift handle)
          3.The surface of the steel sheet is woodgrain and of carriage house style.
          4.The doors shall have a thermal resistance factor of R-16 (RSI 2.8 or k = 0.357 W/m2K).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Standard Plus. Delete if not required.
 
          E.The garage doors shall be model Standard Plus made by Garaga Inc. The panels are shaped with 26 gauge steel and electronically injected with high pressure polyurethane for a total minimum thickness of 1-3/4 inches (44.5 mm).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Width: 1 inch (25.4 mm) increments from 5 feet-0 inch to 18 feet-0 inch (1.5 to 5.5 m). Height: 3 inches (76.2 mm) increments from 6 feet-0 inch to 8 feet-0 inch (1.8 to 2.4 m)
          1.Size: Refer to Drawings.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete panel design not required.
          2.The surface of the steel sheet is woodgrain and with classical raised panels (CC).
          3.The surface of the steel sheet is woodgrain and with flush panels (PL).
          4.The surface of the steel sheet is woodgrain and with elongated raised panel (XL).
          5.The surface of the steel sheet is woodgrain and with mixed raised panels (MIX).
          6.The surface of the steel sheet is woodgrain and with horizontal decorative grooves (LN).
          7.The total insulation factor is R-16 (RSI 2.8 or k = 0.357 W/m2K) (ASTM standard C-518-91).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Standard 138. Delete if not required.
 
          F.The garage doors shall be model Standard 138 made by Garaga Inc. The panels shall be shaped with 26 gauge steel and electronically injected with high pressure polyurethane for a total minimum thickness of 1-3/8 inches (35 mm).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Width: 5 feet, 8 feet, 9 feet, 10 feet, 12 feet, 14 feet, 16 feet only (1.5, 2.4, 2.7, 3.0, 3.7, 4.3, 4.9 m). Height: 6 feet-6 inches, 7 feet-0 inch, 8 feet-0 inch only (2.0, 2.1, 2.4 m).
          1.Size: Refer to Drawings.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete panel design not required.
          2.The surface of the steel sheet is woodgrain and with classical raised panels (CC).
          3.The surface of the steel sheet is woodgrain and with flush panels (PL).
          4.The surface of the steel sheet is woodgrain and with horizontal decorative grooves (LN).
          5.The total insulation factor is R-12 (RSI 2.1 or k = 0.476 W/m2K) (ASTM standard C-518-91).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Alterna II. Delete if not required.
 
          G.The garage doors shall be model Alterna II (with bonded polystyrene insulation) as made by Garaga Inc. The panels are shaped with 24 gauge steel and for a total minimum thickness of 2 inches (52 mm).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Width: 5 feet, 8 feet, 9 feet, 10 feet, 12 feet, 14 feet, 16 feet only (1.5, 2.4, 2.7, 3.0, 3.7, 4.3, 4.9 m). Height: 3 inches increments from (76.2 mm) 6 feet-6 inches to 8 feet-0 inch(1.8 to 2.4 m).
          1.Size: Refer to Drawings.
          2.The steel sheet metal surface shall be of the woodgrain type with classical raised panels (CC): 21 inches by 13 inches (533 mm by 330 mm).
          3.1-7/8 inches (48 mm) thick environmentally safe, vinyl-backed polystyrene insulation.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Alterna. Delete if not required.
 
          H.The garage doors shall be model Alterna (non-insulated) as made by Garaga Inc. The panels are shaped with 24 gauge steel and for a total minimum thickness of 2 inches (51 mm).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Width: 5 feet, 8 feet, 9 feet, 10 feet, 12 feet, 14 feet, 16 feet only (1.5, 2.4, 2.7, 3.0, 3.7, 4.3, 4.9 m). Height: 3 inches (76.2 mm) increments from 6 feet-6 inches to 8 feet-0 inch (1.8 to 2.4 m).
          1.Size: Refer to Drawings.
          2.The steel sheet metal surface shall be of the woodgrain type with classical raised panels (CC): 21 inches by 13 inches (533 mm by 330 mm).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Eastman Estate. Delete if not required.
 
          I.The garage doors shall be model Eastman Estate made by Garaga Inc. The panels are shaped with 26 gauge steel and electronically injected with high pressure polyurethane for a total thickness of 2 ⅜ inches (60 mm) including overlays.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Width: 1 inch (25.4 mm) increments from 5 feet-0 inch to 18 feet-0 inch (1.5 to 5.5 m). Height: 1 inch (25.4 mm) increments from 6 feet-0 inch to 8 feet-0 inch (1.8 to 2.4 m).
          1.Size: Refer to Drawings.
          2.The surface of the steel sheet is woodgrain and of Vintage style.
          3.PVC Overlays: Overlays are made in cellular PVC (thermoplastic) and are adhered to the steel panel by Lasercraft System (adhesive).
          4.The total insulation factor is R-16 (RSI 2.8 or k = 0.357 W/m2K) (ASTM standard C-518-91).
          5.Doors are supplied with black decorative hardware (4 hinges & 2 vertical handles) or (2 door knockers & 4 hinges).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.
 
          2.5RESIDENTIAL GARAGE DOOR FABRICATION
 
          A.Performance Requirements:
          1.The doors and the hardware system shall be designed to meet or exceed the industry standard for windload (Door & Access Systems Manufacturer Association).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if Alterna or Alterna II model.
          2.Insulation: High-pressure, CFC-Free, polyurethane foam injected between the walls of each panel. Its density is 2.5 lb/ft3 (40.4 Kg/m3) with a thermal resistance factor of R-9.2 per 1 inch (RSI 1.6 per 25 mm) of thickness. This insulation is in accordance with standards ONGC 51-GP-21M and 51.26-M86.
          3.The doors, the tracks, and the springs shall be made to withstand at least 10,000 total operation cycles over their useful life.
 
          B.Panel:
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Alterna and Alterna II models only. Delete if not required.
          1.Window: Clear single pane windows shall have a total thickness of 1/8 inch (3 mm). The windows are inserted in an expanded PVC frame and factory installed by the manufacturer.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Top Tech, H-Tech Plus, H-Tech, North Hatley, Standard Plus, Standard MIX, Standard XL, and Standard 138 models only. Delete if not required.
          2.Window: Clear double thermo pane windows shall have a total thickness of 1 inch (25.4 mm). The 1/8 inch (3 mm) panes are sealed in aluminum extrusions. The windows are inserted in an expanded PVC frame and factory installed by the manufacturer.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Eastman Estate model only. Delete if not required.
          3.Window: Clear double thermo pane windows shall have a total thickness of ⅞ inch (22.2 mm). The 1/8 inch (3 mm) panes are sealed in aluminum extrusions. The windows are inserted in an expanded PVC frame and factory installed by the manufacturer.
 
          C.Weatherstripping:
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Weatherstripping is standard on all residential doors.
          1.Weathertightness: Provide and install continuous weatherstripping at the bottom of the lower panel. The weatherstripping shall be made of a U-shape black PVC extrusion as well as a semi-circular E.P.D.M. rubber tubing.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Alterna and Alterna II models only. Delete if not required.
          2.Provide and install, on the exterior side of the door jambs and lintel, weatherstripping made up of an PVC extrusion as well as a single edged strip vinyl.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Not available on Alterna and Alterna II models. Delete if not required.
          3.Weathertightness: Provide and install, on the exterior side of the door jambs and lintel, weatherstripping made up of an PVC extrusion as well as a double-edged strip of arctic vinyl. This weatherstripping shall be adjustable and come with a rigid PVC screw cover.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Eastman Estate, Standard Plus, North Hatley, H-Tech, H-Tech Plus, Top-Tech additional weatherstripping only. Delete if not required.
          4.Weathertightness: Inset weatherstripping of flexible and rigid PVC shall be found at the intersection of each panel. This type of weatherstripping will ensure an efficient thermal barrier as well as double weather tightness in accordance with the following standards: when submitted to a pressure of 0.075 kPa, which is equivalent to winds of 40 km/h, the air infiltration rating as measured using standard ASTM E-283 shall be of 0.033 liter/second per meter of joint between the door sections.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** H-Tech, H-Tech Plus, Top-Tech additional weatherstripping only. Delete if not required.
          5.At the head of the door, provide the top of the panel with continuous weatherstripping made up of a strip of flexible PVC of 2-1/2 inches (64 mm)in width.
 
          D.Hardware:
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Not available on Alterna and Alterna II models. Delete if not required.
          1.The horizontal and vertical tracks are made of 14 gauge (0.073 inch), 2-inch (50-m) galvanized steel.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Alterna and Alterna II models only. Delete if not required.
          2.The vertical tracks are made of 0.055 inch (1.4 mm) and horizontal tracks are made of 0.060 inch (1.5 mm) 2-inch (50-mm) galvanized steel.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Not available on Alterna and Alterna II models. Delete if not required.
          3.The horizontal track is reinforced with a steel angle of 2 inches by 2 inches (52 mm by 52 mm) for doors 12 feet-4 inches (3.7 m) wide and over.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Top-Tech only additional requirement. Delete if not required.
          4.Doors wider than 15 feet (4.6 m) will be equipped with 12 gauge galvanized steel 3 inches (76 mm) thick track.
          5.The torsion spring lifting system will consist of all the parts and accessories needed for its installation.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete rollers not required.
          6.The rollers shall be steel, residential type of 2 inches (50 mm) and with 10 ball- bearings.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Rollers below supplied as an option.
          7.The rollers shall be white nylon rollers (10 ball-bearings).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Not available on Alterna and Alterna II models. Delete if not required.
          8.Doors wider than 12 feet 4 inches (3759 mm) shall be provided with double hinges, 14 gauge at each end.
          9.Hardware includes an interior side-lock.
 
          E.Construction:
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** H-Tech and H-Tech Plus only. Delete if not required.
          1.Aluminum sheet metal of 0.023 inch (0.60 mm) thick finished in accordance with, or exceeding, the following standards:
          a.Protective film thickness: ASTM D1400
          b.Hardness of the finished surface: C.G.S.B. 93.G.P.1.
          c.Saline air resistance: ASTM B 117.
          d.Moisture resistance: ASTM D 2247.
          e.Sheen: ASTM D 525.
          f.Immersion in water: ASTM D 870.
          g.Resistance to fading: ASTM D 659.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Eastman Estate, Top Tech, North Hatley, Standard Plus, Standard MIX, Standard XL, and Standard 138, Alterna and Alterna II models only. Delete if not required.
          2.DQSK galvanized steel sheet in accordance with ASTM A 653-97 and ASTM A 653M-97, G.60 (Z-180) coating. The galvanized steel sheet has a zinc coating with a minimum of 0.04 lb/in2 (180 g/m2). The polyester paint finish, 3 layers (primer coating and two finish paint coats), conforms to standard ASTM A653-97 & ASTM A 653M-97 and has a thickness of 1.0 mil.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Top-Tech only. Delete if not required.
          a.Thickness: 23 gauge.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Alterna and Alterna II only. Delete if not required.
          b.Thickness: 24 gauge.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Eastman Estate, North Hatley, Standard Plus, Standard MIX, Standard XL, and Standard 138 models only. Delete if not required.
          c.Thickness: 26 gauge.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Eastman Estate, Top Tech, H-Tech Plus, H-Tech, North Hatley, Standard Plus, Standard MIX, Standard XL, and Standard 138 models only. Delete if not required.
          3.Reinforcements: Hinge fasteners, panel reinforcement fastener for mechanical lifting device and handles: steel reinforcement 14 gauge.
          4.The hinges shall be made of 16 gauge galvanized steel.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Alterna and Alterna II models only. Delete if not required
          5.Doors from 13 feet-3 inches (3975 mm) to 16 feet-2 inches (4850 mm) come with 1, 22 gauge galvanized steel horizontal struts and doors 16 feet-3 inches (4875 mm) and over come with 3, 22 gauge galvanized steel horizontal struts.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Eastman Estate, Top Tech, H-Tech Plus, H-Tech, North Hatley, Standard Plus, Standard MIX, Standard XL, and Standard 138 models only. Delete if not required.
          6.Doors measuring in excess of 12 feet-4 inches (3759 mm) in width shall be provided with 22 gauge galvanized steel horizontal struts.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Eastman Estate, Top Tech, H-Tech Plus, H-Tech, North Hatley, Standard Plus, Standard MIX, Standard XL, and Standard 138 models only. Delete if not required.
          7.Panel Ends: A block of dry pine is inserted at both ends of each insulated garage door section for the fastening of the lateral hinges.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Below is an option.
          a.PVC end caps shall be installed at the end of each section where the hinges are to be fastened.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Alterna and Alterna II models only. Delete if not required.
          8.Panel Ends: End caps that are made of 16 gauge galvanized steel.
 
          F.Operator:
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Note: that 50 mm (2 inches) of free space is required between the highest point of the door travel and the ceiling. A light jackshaft type operator is available for high-lift movement.
          1.Operators: Trolley-type electric operators equipped with a quick-release device which instantly disconnects the door from the operator to enable manual operation in the event of a power failure. The system consists of a carriage that slides between dual galvanized steel angle tracks.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete installation not required.
          a.Standard lift
          b.Low headroom
          2.The electric motors, control mechanisms, relays, and electrical devices of the operator shall be approved according to CSA and UL standards.
          3.The electrical power supply is 115 volts, 1/2 HP and 60 Hz.
          4.The operators come equipped with an instantly reversible motor, which has built-in thermal protection mechanism. The electrical control circuit shall be of 24 volts.
 
          G.Controls:
          1.The control panel for the door operator shall be of the push-button type and surface mounted on the inside wall, close to the door of the house.
          2.A safety mechanism with photocells shall be added to each operator in order to stop and reverse the movement of the door in the event an object cuts off the light beam.
          3.The operator shall be equipped with a keyless entry.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.
          4.A wireless keyless entry system shall be installed outside the building.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete colors not required.
 
          H.Color:
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Top Tech only. Delete if not required.
          1.Tex White.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Eastman Estate, H-Tech and H-Tech Plus only. Delete if not required.
          2.White.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Following 7 colors are for H-Tech and H-Tech Plus only. Delete if not required.
          3.Universal Brown.
          4.Terra Brown.
          5.Sierra Bronze.
          6.Ivory.
          7.Evergreen.
          8.Slate Blue.
          9.Heron Blue.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** North Hatley, Standard Plus, Standard MIX, Standard XL, Standard 138, and Alterna series only. Delete if not required.
          10.Ice White.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Following 3 colors are for North Hatley, Standard Plus, Standard MIX, Standard XL, and Alterna series only. Delete if not required.
          11.Metro Brown.
          12.Desert Sand.
          13.Claystone.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** North Hatley, Standard Plus, Standard MIX, and Standard XL only. Delete if not required.
          14.Dark Sand.
 
          PART 3EXECUTION
 
          3.1EXAMINATION
 
          A.Do not begin installation until openings have been properly prepared.
 
          B.Verify that the frames and the fixtures prepared by others are square. If preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.
 
          3.2PREPARATION
 
          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.
 
          3.3INSTALLATION
 
          A.Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
 
          B.Install the doors and the related hardware.
 
          C.Apply touch-up paint to areas where the finish has been damaged during installation.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Motor operation only. Delete if not required.
 
          D.Install the electric motors, control devices, push-button control stations, relays, and other electrical equipment needed for operating the door.
 
          E.Adjust all movable parts to provide weather tightness against designed conditions.
 
          F.Make sure all of the mechanisms that have been installed work properly.
 
          G.Clean doors as recommended by the manufacturer. Remove installation debris.
 
          3.4PROTECTION
 
          A.Protect installed products until completion of project.
 
          B.Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.
 
         
END OF SECTION