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Knape & Vogt Mfg. Co. Shelving And Closet Hardware
 
         
SECTION 10671
 
         
SHELVING AND CLOSET HARDWARE
 
         
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Knape & Vogt; shelf standards, brackets, hang rods.
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This section is based on the products of Knape & Vogt Manufacturing Company, which is located at:
2700 Oak Industrial Drive NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
Tel: (616) 459-3311
Fax: (616) 459-7620
www.kv.com or www.knapeandvogt.com
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This section covers the shelving hardware that made KV famous: slotted standards that can be mounted to virtually any type of wall, with reinforced steel brackets that lock in place for strong, secure support. Brackets are fully adjustable in 1 inch increments.
          This section also covers pilaster style slotted standards for mounting inside cabinetwork, fixed and folding L-brackets, closet rods, and specialty wine bottle shelving using the same standard and bracket principle.
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If this section is used with custom wood shelving or cabinetwork, it would be desirable to renumber it to 06230, 06411, or another number in Division 6 associated with architectural woodwork.
 
          PART 1GENERAL
 
          1.1SECTION INCLUDES
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete items below not required for project.
 
          A.Shelf standards, brackets, and accessories.
 
          B.Closet hardware and accessories.
 
          C.Wall-mounted bottle storage, with standards, brackets, and accessories.
 
          D.Miscellaneous wall brackets and accessories.
 
          1.2RELATED SECTIONS
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required. Shelves can be specified in another section if intended to match other woodwork.
 
          A.Section 06200 - Finish Carpentry: Wood shelves.
 
          B.Section 06410 - Custom Cabinets.
 
          1.3SUBMITTALS
 
          A.Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
 
          B.Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete selection samples if colors have already been selected.
 
          C.Selection Samples: For each finish product specified, two complete sets of color chips representing manufacturer's full range of available colors and patterns.
 
          1.4DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
 
          A.Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation.
 
          1.5EXTRA MATERIALS
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete this entire article if no extra brackets are required.
 
          A.Furnish ___ extra standard straight brackets of each size required; deliver to location designated by Owner in original packaging.
 
          PART 2PRODUCTS
 
          2.1MANUFACTURERS
 
          A.Acceptable Manufacturer: Knape & Vogt Mfg. Co., which is located at: 2700 Oak Industrial Dr. N.E. ; Grand Rapids, MI 49505-6083; Toll Free Tel: 800-253-1561; Tel: 616-459-3311; Email: request info; Web: www.kv.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.
 
          2.2MATERIALS
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete products not required. The shelf standards are identified by general weight loading names indicating their relative capacity, arranged below from extra heavy duty to standard duty. Verify actual load capacity based on spacing, bracket length, and fastening. Refer to the manufacturer's web site for actual capacities.
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Extra heavy duty: 540 to 1,060 pounds per pair of standards
Heavy duty: 285 to 680 pounds per pair
Heavy duty - decorative : 300 to 450 pounds per pair
Standard duty: 120 to 320 pounds per pair
 
          A.Extra Heavy Duty Shelf Standards: KV 87; single-slotted channel standards for brackets adjustable in 1 inch (25.4 mm) increments along entire length of standard, drilled and countersunk for screws.
          1.Face Width: 5/8 inch (16 mm), single slotted.
          2.Material: 12 gage steel.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
          3.Lengths: As indicated on drawings.
          4.Lengths: As required to support shelving indicated.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
          5.Finish: Electroplated, chrome-look.
          6.Finish: Powder-coated, white; provide screws with matching heads.
          7.Brackets: 12 gage steel, reinforced, locking into slots with molded nylon cam lock lever; size to suit shelves; same finish as standards.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following paragraphs describe options available. Delete if not required.
          8.At shelves indicated as sloping provide adjustable slant brackets.
          9.Where shelves are indicated to be fastened to brackets use flanged brackets or steel shelf rests.
          10.Where cornices are indicated as part of shelving provide cornice brackets.
          11.Provide other accessories as indicated.
 
          B.Heavy Duty Shelf Standards: KV 85; double-slotted channel standards for brackets adjustable in 1 inch (25.4 mm) increments along entire length of standard, drilled and countersunk for screws.
          1.Material: Steel.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
          2.Lengths: As indicated on drawings.
          3.Lengths: As required to support shelving indicated.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
          4.Finish: Electroplated, chrome-look.
          5.Finish: Powder-coated, white; provide screws with matching heads.
          6.Brackets: Double tab type, locking into slots; size to suit shelves; same finish as standards.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following paragraphs describe options available. Delete if not required.
          7.At shelves indicated as sloping provide adjustable slant brackets.
          8.Where cornices are indicated as part of shelving provide cornice brackets.
          9.Where shelves are indicated to be fastened to brackets use steel shelf rests.
          10.Provide other accessories as indicated.
 
          C.Heavy Duty Shelf Standards: KV 83; single-slotted channel standards for brackets adjustable in 1 inch (25.4 mm) increments along entire length of standard, drilled and countersunk for screws.
          1.Dimensions: 3/4 inch (19 mm) wide by 1/2 inch (12 mm) high.
          2.Material: Steel.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
          3.Lengths: As indicated on drawings.
          4.Lengths: As required to support shelving indicated.
          5.Finish: Electroplated, chrome-look.
          6.Brackets: Double tab type, locking into slots; size to suit shelves; same finish as standards.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following paragraphs describe options available. Delete if not required.
          7.At shelves indicated as sloping provide adjustable slant brackets.
          8.Where cornices are indicated as part of shelving provide cornice brackets.
          9.Where shelves are indicated to be fastened to brackets use steel shelf rests.
          10.Provide other accessories as indicated.
 
          D.Heavy Duty Shelf Standards - Decorative: KV 82; double-slotted channel standards for brackets adjustable in 1 inch (25.4 mm) increments along entire length of standard, drilled and countersunk for screws.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
          1.Lengths: As indicated on drawings.
          2.Lengths: As required to support shelving indicated.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. Verify colors available.
          3.Finish: Powder-coated, color to be selected from manufacturer's full line.
          4.Finish: Powder-coated, _____.
          5.Brackets: Double tab type, locking into slots; size to suit shelves; same finish as standards.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following paragraphs describe options available. Delete if not required.
          6.Provide snap-in cover strips to hide unused slots and screw holes.
          7.Where shelves are indicated to be fastened to brackets use screws and anchors.
          8.Provide other accessories as indicated.
 
          E.Standard Duty Shelf Standards: KV 80/71; single-slotted channel standards for brackets adjustable in 1 inch (25.4 mm) increments along entire length of standard, drilled and countersunk for screws.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two widths.
          1.Face Width: 5/8 inch (16 mm) (KV 80).
          2.Face Width: 5/16 inch (8 mm) (KV 71).
          3.Material: 16 gage steel.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
          4.Lengths: As indicated on drawings.
          5.Lengths: As required to support shelving indicated.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following finishes. 5/16 inch face width is available only in chrome-look.
          6.Finish: Electroplated, chrome-look.
          7.Finish: Electroplated, brass-look.
          8.Finish: Powder-coated, color as selected from manufacturer's full line.
          9.Finish: Powder-coated, ________.
          10.Brackets: 16 gage steel, reinforced, locking into slots; size to suit shelves; same finish as standards unless not available.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following paragraphs describe options available. Delete if not required.
          11.At shelves indicated as sloping provide adjustable slant brackets.
          12.Where cornices are indicated as part of shelving provide cornice brackets.
          13.Where shelves are indicated to be fastened to brackets provide brackets with flanges for screwing into end of shelf.
          14.At glass shelves provide clear plastic shelf rests, front and back, with rubber cushions.
          15.Close top of standards with matching caps.
          16.Provide other accessories as indicated.
 
          F.Standard Duty Shelf Standards - Utility: KV 70; single-slotted channel standards for brackets adjustable in 1 inch (25.4 mm) increments along entire length of standard, drilled and countersunk for screws.
          1.Face Width: 5/8 inch (16 mm).
          2.Material: 16 gage steel.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
          3.Lengths: As indicated on drawings.
          4.Lengths: As required to support shelving indicated.
          5.Finish: Zinc coated.
          6.Brackets: 14 gage steel, locking into slots; size to suit shelves; same finish as standards.
          7.Provide accessories as indicated.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following pilaster type shelf standards are used in pairs at each end of shelves mounted between end walls or inside cabinets or bookcases.
 
          G.Pilaster Type Shelf Standards: KV 255/233; horizontal slotted channel standards for brackets adjustable in 1/2 inch 912 mm) increments along entire length of standard, drilled and countersunk for screws.
          1.Face Width: 5/8 inch (16 mm) (KV 255).
          2.Face Width: 13/16 inch (21 mm) (KV 233).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
          3.Lengths: As indicated on drawings.
          4.Lengths: As required to support shelving indicated.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following finishes. The first 3 finishes are for KV 233, 13/16 inch face width, only.
          5.Material and Finish: Steel, electroplated, brass-look.
          6.Material and Finish: Zinc-coated steel.
          7.Material and Finish: Steel, unfinished.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following finishes are for KV 255 only.
          8.Material and Finish: Steel, electroplated, brass-look.
          9.Material and Finish: Zinc-coated steel.
          10.Material and Finish: Zinc-coated steel, economy.
          11.Material and Finish: Steel, powder-coated, color as selected from manufacturer's full line.
          12.Material and Finish: Aluminum, brass-look.
          13.Material and Finish: Aluminum, natural.
          14.Material and Finish: Aluminum, powder-coated, color as selected from manufacturer's full line.
          15.Shelf Supports: To suit shelves and support conditions, same finish as standards.
          16.At glass shelves provide shelf rests with rubber cushions.
          17.Provide accessories as indicated.
 
          H.Closet Rods: Steel tubing for wall mounting in flange fittings.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following types.
          1.Type: Oval chrome look, extra heavy duty, welded seam; 30 mm high by 15 mm wide, 1.2 mm wall thickness.
          2.Type: Round chrome look, extra heavy duty; 1-5/16 inch (33 mm) outside diameter, 0.109 inch (2.77 mm) wall thickness;.
          3.Type: Round chrome look, heavy duty; 1-1/16 inch outside diameter, 0.109 inch 92.77 mm) wall thickness.
          4.Type: Round stainless steel, standard duty; 1-1/16 inch (26.9 mm) outside diameter, 0.087 inch (2.21 mm) wall thickness.
          5.Type: Round brass-look steel, standard duty; 1-1/16 inch (26.9 mm) outside diameter, 0.087 inch (2.21 mm) wall thickness.
          6.Length: As required for application, up to 12 feet (3655 mm).
          7.Provide mounting fittings to suit application.
 
          I.Folding Shelf Brackets: KV 206; wall-mounted fold-down L-brackets with one-hand release mechanism that prevents injury while opening, closing, or adjusting; with spring-loaded release lever.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
          1.Size: 12 inches (300 mm) deep.
          2.Size: 16 inches (400 mm) deep.
          3.Capacity: 750 pounds per pair when installed in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
          4.Finish: Zinc-coated steel.
          5.Finish: Powder-coated, white; provide screws with matching heads.
 
          J.Fixed Shelf Brackets: KV 208; wall-mounted steel L-brackets 3/16 inch (5 mm) thick with 3/4 inch 919 mm) strut and screw holes for attaching shelf.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following sizes. If more than one size is required, edit to indicate where each is to be used.
          1.Size: Approximately 11.8 inches (300 mm) deep by 8.3 inches (211 mm) high.
          2.Size: Approximately 15.7 inches (400 mm) deep by 10.6 inches (269 mm) high.
          3.Size: Approximately 19.6 inches (500 mm) deep by 12.9 inches (328 mm) high.
          4.Size: Approximately 21.7 inches (550 mm) deep by 14.2 inches (361 mm) high.
          5.Capacity: Approximately 1,000 pounds (454 kg) per pair.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
          6.Finish: Epoxy-coated, white.
          7.Finish: Epoxy-coated, black
 
          K.Bottle Storage Standard System: KV Wine Wall; single-slotted channel standards, full height steel bracket/end panels, and front and back wire mesh grids, complete with fasteners and accessories.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following heights.
          1.Height: 36 inches (915 mm).
          2.Height: 48 inches (1220 mm).
          3.Height: 72 inches (1830 mm).
          4.Width: 16 inch (406 mm) wide modules for mounting on studs spaced at 16 inches (406 mm) on center.
          5.Finish: Chrome plated wire; powder-coated end panels.
 
          L.Fasteners: As recommended by manufacturer for intended application or as otherwise required by project conditions.
 
          PART 3EXECUTION
 
          3.1EXAMINATION
 
          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.
 
          3.2PREPARATION
 
          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.Mount standards to solid backing capable of supporting intended loads.
 
          C.Install brackets, shelving, and accessories.
 
          3.4PROTECTION
 
          A.Protect installed products until completion of project.
 
          B.Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.
 
         
END OF SECTION