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	SECTION 09840
	ACOUSTICAL WALL TREATMENTS
	Copyright 2006 - 2011 ARCAT, Inc. - All rights reserved
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Tectum Inc.; Acoustical Wall Treatments. . This section is based on the products of Tectum Inc., which is located at: 105 South Sixth Street Newark, OH 43055 Tel: (888) 977-9691. Fax: (800)832-8869. Email: info@tectum.com. Web: www.tectum.com . Tectum Inc.'s reputation for acoustical solutions in the commercial and institutional construction industries is well respected. With over 50 years experience in reducing noise worldwide, Tectum Inc. specializes in acoustic panels that are both abuse and impact-resistant. Easy to work with and install, Tectum panels and systems are cost effective and require little maintenance. They are available in natural, white or custom-painted finishes, and are field-paintable up to six times.
	PART 1	GENERAL
	1.1	SECTION INCLUDES
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete items below not required for project.
		A.	Tectum Cementitious wood fiber plank acoustical wall treatments.
	1.2	RELATED SECTIONS
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required.
		A.	Section 05100 - Structural Metal Framing: Wall and ceiling framing.
		B.	Section 06100 - Rough Carpentry: Wall and ceiling framing.
		C.	Section 09900 - Paints and Coatings: Interior ceiling finish.
	1.3	REFERENCES
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete references from the list below that are not actually required by the text of the edited section.
		A.	ASTM C 635 - Standard Specification for the Manufacture, Performance, and Testing of Metal Suspension Systems for Acoustical Tile and Lay-in Panel Ceilings.
		B.	ASTM E 84 - Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials.
		C.	ASTM E 1264 - Standard Classification for Acoustical Ceiling Products.
		D.	Ceilings and Interior Systems Construction Association (CISCA) Code of Practices.
	1.4	SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
		A.	Performance Requirements:
			1.	Provide acoustical ceiling assembly designed and tested to provide surface burning characteristics (ASTM E84) as follows:
				a.	Flame Spread: 25 or less.
				b.	Smoke Developed: 25 or less.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Insert required Noise Reduction Coefficient (NRC) from 0.4 to 1.0.
			2.	Provide acoustical ceiling system which has been manufactured, fabricated and installed to provide Noise Reduction Coefficient (NRC) rating of ____.
	1.5	SUBMITTALS
		A.	Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
		B.	Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:
			1.	Preparation instructions and recommendations.
			2.	Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
			3.	Installation methods.
		C.	Shop Drawings: Provide drawings indicating locations and spacing of planks and purlins.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete selection samples if colors have already been selected.
		D.	Selection and Verification Samples:
			1.	6 inch square (152 x 152mm) samples for each wood fiber ceiling unit required, showing full range of exposed texture to be expected in completed work.
			2.	8 inch x 10 inch (203 x 254mm) sample for each fabric color available.
		E.	Product Control Submittals:
			1.	Product Performance: Submit manufacturer's certificate that products meet or exceed specified requirements.
	1.6	QUALITY ASSURANCE
		A.	Manufacturer Qualifications: Manufacturer will have a minimum of ten (10) years experience manufacturing all products listed in this section.
		B.	Installer Qualifications: Installer will have a minimum of five (5) years experience successfully installing products from this section on projects of similar type and scope.
		C.	Regulatory Requirements and Approvals:
			1.	New York City Board of Standards and Appeals: Calendar No. L391-52-SM.
			2.	Corps of Engineers Guide Specification CE-219.01.
			3.	Southern Building Code Congress International (SBCCI) Report 9406A.
			4.	International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO) Research Report No. 1116.
			5.	Building Officials and Code Administrators International, Inc. (BOCA) Research Report No. 86-39.
			6.	City of Los Angeles Research Report RR25165.
			7.	State of California DSA Number PA-008.
			8.	Underwriters' Laboratories of Canada (ULC) label.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include a mock-up if the project size and/or quality warrant taking such a precaution. The following is one example of how a mock-up on a large project might be specified. When deciding on the extent of the mock-up, consider all the major different types of work on the project.
		D.	Mock-Up: Provide a mock-up for evaluation of surface preparation techniques and application workmanship.
			1.	Finish areas designated by Architect.
			2.	Do not proceed with remaining work until workmanship, color, and sheen are approved by Architect.
			3.	Refinish mock-up area as required to produce acceptable work.
	1.7	DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
		A.	Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation.
		B.	Provide labels indicating brand name, deck style and plank dimensions.
		C.	Storage and Protection: Store materials protected from exposure to harmful environmental conditions and at temperature and humidity conditions recommended by the manufacturer.
			1.	Prevent soiling, physical damage or wetting.
			2.	Store cartons open at each end to stabilize moisture content and temperature.
	1.8	PROJECT CONDITIONS
		A.	Do not install ceiling panels until building is closed in and HVAC system is operational.
		B.	Locate materials onsite at least 24 hours before beginning installation to allow materials to reach temperature and moisture content equilibrium.
		C.	Maintain the following conditions in areas where acoustical materials are to be installed 24 hours before, during and after installation:
			1.	Relative Humidity: 65 - 75 percent.
			2.	Uniform Temperature: 55 - 70 degrees F (13 - 21 C).
	1.9	EXTRA MATERIALS
		A.	Provide new unopened cartons of extra materials, packaged with protective covering for storage and identified with appropriate labels for use by owner in building maintenance and repair.
	1.10	WARRANTY
		A.	Manufacturer's Warranty: At project closeout submit to the owner or owner's representative the manufacturer's standard warranty document executed by authorized company official.
	PART 2	PRODUCTS
	2.1	MANUFACTURERS
		A.	Acceptable Manufacturer: Tectum Inc., which is located at: P. O. Box 3002 ; Newark, OH 43058; Toll Free Tel: 888-977-9691; Tel: 740-345-9691; Email: request info; Web: www.tectum.com
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs; coordinate with requirements of Division 1 section on product options and substitutions.
		B.	Substitutions: Not permitted.
		C.	Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01600.
	2.2	ACOUSTICAL WALL PANEL SYSTEM
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Retain only components that are required on this project. Delete all other paragraphs.
		A.	Tectum Standard Interior Wall Panels:
			1.	Material: Aspen wood fibers bonded with inorganic hydraulic cement.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Panel Thickness. Delete two of the next three paragraphs.
			2.	Thickness: 1 inch (25mm).
			3.	Thickness: 1 1/2 inches (38mm).
			4.	Thickness: 2 inches (51mm).
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Edge Type. Delete one of the next two paragraphs.
			5.	Edge: Long edge beveled.
			6.	Edge: Tongue-and-groove edges, square ends.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Panel Width. Delete two of the next three paragraphs.
			7.	Width: 23 3/4 inches (603mm).
			8.	Width: 31 3/4 inches (806mm).
			9.	Width: 47 3/4 inches (1213mm).
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Specify panel length from 4'- 12' (1219 - 3658mm) in 1' (305mm) increments.
			10.	Panel Length: __feet (____mm).
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Panel Finish. Delete two of the next three paragraphs.
			11.	Finish: Natural.
			12.	Finish: Factory painted white.
			13.	Finish: Custom Colors.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Mounting Style. Delete three of the next four paragraphs.
			14.	Mounting Style: "A".
			15.	Mounting Style: "C-20".
			16.	Mounting Style: "C-40".
			17.	Mounting Style: "D-20".
		B.	Tectum Kerfed Wall Panels:
			1.	Material: Aspen wood fibers bonded with inorganic hydraulic cement.
			2.	Thickness: 1 inch (25mm).
			3.	Width: 23 3/4 inches (603mm).
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Specify panel length 23 3/4 inches (603 mm) up to 12' (3658mm) in 1' (305mm) increments.
			4.	Panel Length: __feet (____mm).
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Panel Finish. Delete two of the next three paragraphs.
			5.	Finish: Natural.
			6.	Finish: Factory painted white.
			7.	Finish: Custom Colors.
			8.	Mounting Style: Plastic spline.
		C.	Tectum V-Line Wall Panels:
			1.	Material: Aspen wood fibers bonded with inorganic hydraulic cement.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Panel Thickness. Delete two of the next three paragraphs.
			2.	Thickness: 1 inch (25mm).
			3.	Thickness: 1 1/2 inches (38mm).
			4.	Thickness: 2 inches (51mm).
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Panel Width. Delete two of the next three paragraphs.
			5.	Width: 23 3/4 inches (603mm).
			6.	Width: 31 3/4 inches (806mm).
			7.	Width: 47 3/4 inches (1213mm).
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Specify panel length from 4' - 12' (609 mm - 3658mm) in 1' (305mm) increments.
			8.	Panel Length: __feet (____mm).
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Panel Finish. Delete two of the next three paragraphs.
			9.	Finish: Natural.
			10.	Finish: Factory painted white.
			11.	Finish: Custom Colors.
		D.	Tectum Hanging Baffles:
			1.	Material: Aspen wood fibers bonded with inorganic hydraulic cement.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Panel Thickness. Delete two of the next three paragraphs.
			2.	Thickness: 1 inch (25mm).
			3.	Thickness: 1 1/2 inches (38mm).
			4.	Thickness: 2 inches (51mm).
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Panel Width. Delete one of the next two paragraphs.
			5.	Width: 11 3/4 inches (298mm).
			6.	Width: 23 3/4 inches (603mm).
			7.	Length: 48 inches (1219mm).
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Panel Finish. Delete two of the next three paragraphs.
			8.	Finish: Natural.
			9.	Finish: Factory painted white.
			10.	Finish: Custom Colors.
		E.	Tectum Sound Blocks:
			1.	Material: Aspen wood fibers bonded with inorganic hydraulic cement.
			2.	Thickness: 3 inches (76mm).
			3.	Size: 15 1/2 inches x 15 1/2 inches (394 x 394mm).
			4.	Edge: All edges beveled.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Panel Finish. Delete two of the next three paragraphs.
			5.	Finish: Natural.
			6.	Finish: Factory painted white.
			7.	Finish: Custom Colors.
		F.	Tectum Fabri-Tough Wall Panels:
			1.	Material: Aspen wood fibers bonded with inorganic hydraulic cement.
			2.	Thickness: 1 inch (25mm).
			3.	Width: 24 inches (610mm).
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Specify panel length from 2' - 12' (610 - 3658mm) in 1' (305mm) increments.
			4.	Panel Length: __feet (____mm).
			5.	Edge: Long edges, fabric wrapped to kerf.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Specify fabric covering from manufacturer literature or samples.
			6.	Fabric Covering: _________________________________.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Mounting Style. Delete four of the next five paragraphs.
			7.	Mounting Style: "A".
			8.	Mounting Style: "C-20".
			9.	Mounting Style: "C-40".
			10.	Mounting Style: "D-20".
			11.	Mounting Style: Plastic spline.
		G.	Tectum Fabri-Tough Decor Wall Panels:
			1.	Material: Aspen wood fibers bonded with inorganic hydraulic cement.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Panel Thickness. Delete one of the next two paragraphs.
			2.	Thickness: 1 inch (25mm).
			3.	Thickness: 2 inches (51mm).
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Panel Width. Delete one of the next two paragraphs.
			4.	Width: 24 inches (610mm).
			5.	Width: 48 inches (1219mm).
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Panel Length. Delete two of the next three paragraphs.
			6.	Length: 48 inches (1219mm).
			7.	Length: 72 inches (1829mm).
			8.	Length: 96 inches (2438mm).
			9.	Edge: Fabric returned at edges to back.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Specify fabric covering from manufacturer literature or samples.
			10.	Fabric Covering: _________________________________.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Mounting Style. Delete one of the next two paragraphs.
			11.	Mounting Style: "A".
			12.	Mounting Style: Plastic Z-clip attachment.
		H.	Tectum Fabri-Glass Wall Panels:
			1.	Material: 6.0 lb (2.7kg) density fiberglass core.
			2.	Thickness: 1 inch (25mm).
			3.	Width: 48 inches (1219mm).
			4.	Length: Various.
			5.	Edge: Long edges, fabric wrapped to kerf.
			6.	Fabric Covering: ________________________.
			7.	Mounting Style: Plastic spline.
		I.	Tectum Finale Wall Panels:
			1.	Material: Aspen wood fibers bonded with inorganic hydraulic cement.
			2.	Thickness: 1 inch (25mm) + 1 inch Tectum furring and SoniCor core.
			3.	Length: 24 inches (609 mm) up to 144 inches (3658 mm).
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Panel Width. Delete one of the next two paragraphs.
			4.	Width: 23 3/4 inches (603mm).
			5.	Width: 47 3/4 inches (1213mm).
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Panel Finish. Delete two of the next three paragraphs.
			6.	Finish: Natural.
			7.	Finish: Factory painted white.
			8.	Finish: Custom Colors.
			9.	Mounting Style: "A" Type screw attached to suitable substrate.
		J.	Tectum Finale Fabri-Tough Wall Panels:
			1.	Material: Aspen wood fibers bonded with inorganic hydraulic cement.
			2.	Thickness: 1 inch (25mm) + 1 inch Tectum furring and SoniCor core.
			3.	Length: 24 inches (609 mm) up to 120 inches (3048 mm).
			4.	Width: 23 3/4 inches (603 mm).
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Specify fabric covering from manufacturer literature or samples.
			5.	Fabric Covering: _________________________________.
			6.	Mounting Style: Plastic spline.
		K.	Tectum Security Wall System:
			1.	Panel Material: Aspen wood fibers bonded with inorganic hydraulic cement.
			2.	Backing: 24 gauge steel laminated.
			3.	Flame Spread: Conforms to ASTM E1264.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Panel Thickness. Delete one of the next two paragraphs.
			4.	Thickness: 1 inch (25mm).
			5.	Thickness: 1 1/2 inches (38mm).
			6.	Length: 24 inches (609 mm) up to 144 inches (3658 mm).
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Panel Width. Delete one of the next two paragraphs.
			7.	Width: 23 3/4 inches (603 mm),
			8.	Width: 47 3/4 inches (1213 mm).
	2.3	ACCESSORIES
		A.	Tectum Painted Head Drywall Screws:
			1.	Material: Steel.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Screw Length. Delete two of the next three paragraphs.
			2.	Length: 1 5/8 inches (41mm).
			3.	Length: 2 1/4 inches (57mm).
			4.	Length: 3 inches (76mm).
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Finish. Delete one of the next two paragraphs.
			5.	Finish: Natural.
			6.	Finish: White.
		B.	Tectum Molding:
			1.	Material: Plastic.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Molding Designation. Delete one of the next two paragraphs.
			2.	Designation: CHC.
			3.	Designation: CHH.
		C.	Tectum Touch-Up Paint:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Finish. Delete one of the next two paragraphs.
			1.	Finish: Natural.
			2.	Finish: White.
	PART 3	EXECUTION
	3.1	EXAMINATION
		A.	Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly prepared.
		B.	If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.
	3.2	PREPARATION
		A.	Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation.
		B.	Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the best result for the substrate under the project conditions.
	3.3	INSTALLATION
		A.	Screw head to be flush with panel surface.
		B.	Securely affix wall panels by means of splines attached vertically to smooth wall or furring strips. Engage vertical kerfs on the edges of the wall panels with splines. Apply adhesive or use Velcro hook and loop fastening where necessary.
		C.	Cover field cut edges by means of trim or other moldings.
	3.4	PROTECTION
		A.	Protect installed products until completion of project.
		B.	Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.
	END OF SECTION