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	SECTION 12300
	MANUFACTURED CASEWORK
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** CampbellRhea; laboratory casework, furniture, fixtures, countertops, equipment and fume hoods.
	CampbellRhea reserves the right to modify, change or delete its product offerings without notice.
	This section is based on the products of CampbellRhea, manufactured by Institutional Casework Incorporated, which is located at: 1865 N. Market St. Paris, TN 38242 Tel: 731-642-4251 Fax: 731-642-4262 Email: jpingree@campbellrhea.com Web: www.campbellrhea.com
	[ Click Here ] for additional information. CampbellRhea, Taylor and Decor Casework has been certified by an independent testing facility to the performance and resistance standards of SEFA-8 and CampbellRhea (ICI) provides customers with a 3-year warranty. CampbellRhea is certified for chain-of-custody by SmartWood and recognized in accordance with the principles and criteria of the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) ; as a chain of custody provider CampbellRhea can be considered for contribution to the LEED-NC Certification Process; CampbellRhea is a certified participant in AWI’s Quality Certification Program (AWI/QCP). All SEFA-8, FSC, LEED-NC or AWI/QCP certifications must be specified.
	PART 1	GENERAL
	1.1	SECTION INCLUDES
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete items below not required for project.
		A.	Fixed modular casework furniture.
		B.	Countertops.
		C.	Fixtures.
		D.	Sinks, faucets, and plumbing accessories.
		E.	Electrical fixtures and accessories.
		F.	Fume hoods.
		G.	Utility-space closure panels between base cabinets and at exposed ends of utility spaces.
		H.	Utility-space framing at backs of base cabinets and between backs of base cabinets.
		I.	Related equipment.
	1.2	RELATED SECTIONS
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required.
		A.	Section 06100 - Rough Carpentry: Framing and blocking in walls, floors and ceiling to support equipment.
		B.	Section 09650 - Resilient Flooring: base for casework including floor cabinets and table legs.
		C.	Section 15050 - Basic Mechanical Materials and Methods: Connections for drain lines, service piping, vents, re-vents, in-line vacuum breakers, special plumbing fixtures, traps and tailpieces to service fixtures.
		D.	Section 16050 - Basic Electrical Materials and Methods: Connections for electrical service lines, wire and conduit to service fixtures.
	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.	ADA (ATBCB ADAAG): Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines.
		B.	ANSI/AIHA 9.5: American National Standard for Laboratory Ventilation.
		C.	ANSI/ASHRAE 110: Method of Testing Performance of Laboratory Fume Hoods.
		D.	ANSI 2358.1: Minimum Performance Requirements for Emergency Showers.
		E.	ASTM A167: Standard Specification for Stainless and Heat-Resisting Chromium-Nickel Steel Plate, Sheet, and Strip.
		F.	ASTM A 666: Standard Specification for Annealed or Cold-Worked Austenitic Stainless Steel Sheet, Strip, Plate, and Flat Bar.
		G.	Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI): Quality Standards.
		H.	FS W-C-596: Electrical Power Connector, Plug, Receptacle, and Cable Outlet.
		I.	NEMA WD 1: General Color Requirements for Wiring Devices.
		J.	NEMA WD 6: Devices-Dimensional Requirements.
		K.	NEMA LD 3: High Pressure Decorative Laminates.
		L.	NFPA 30: Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code.
		M.	NFPA-45: Standard for Fire Protection for Laboratories Using Chemicals.
		N.	OSHA 29-CFR-1910.1450: Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories.
		O.	SEFA 1: Laboratory Fume Hoods - Recommended Practices.
		P.	SEFA 7: Laboratory and Hospital Fixtures--Recommended Practices.
		Q.	SEFA 8: Laboratory Furniture--Casework, Shelving and Tables--Recommended Practices.
		R.	UL 498: Attachment Plugs and Receptacles.
		S.	UL 1805: Laboratory Hoods and cabinets, where applicable.
	1.4	SUBMITTALS
		A.	Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
		B.	[ Product Data ]: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:
			1.	Test reports certifying that the casework finish complies with SEFA-8 standards for chemical and physical resistance performance requirements.
			2.	Performance test reports from an independent testing lab on each specified top material.
			3.	Preparation instructions and recommendations.
			4.	Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
			5.	Installation methods.
		C.	Shop Drawings: Include plans, elevations, sections, details, and attachments to other work.
			1.	Indicate locations of blocking and reinforcements required for installing laboratory casework.
			2.	Indicate locations and types of service fittings, together with associated service supply connection required.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete first subparagraph below if no utility space is required.
			3.	Include details of utility spaces.
			4.	Include indicators of exposed conduits, if required, for service fittings.
			5.	Indicate locations of and clearances from adjacent walls, doors, windows, other building components, and other laboratory equipment.
			6.	Include coordinated dimensions for laboratory equipment specified in other Sections.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete selection samples if colors have already been selected.
		D.	Selection Samples: For each finish product specified, one complete set of color chips representing manufacturer's full range of available colors and patterns.
			1.	One set of samples indicating full range of finishes for countertop specified.
			2.	One set of casework samples indicating full range of finishes for casework specified.
	1.5	QUALITY ASSURANCE
		A.	Manufacturer Qualifications: Not less than 5 years experience in the actual production of specified products.
		B.	Installer Qualifications: Firm with 5 years experience in installation or application of systems similar in complexity to those required for this Project, plus the following.
			1.	Authorized distributor of manufacturer.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include a mock-up if the project size and/or quality warrant taking such a precaution. The following is one example of how a mock-up on a large project might be specified. When deciding on the extent of the mock-up, consider all the major different types of work on the project.
		C.	Mock-Up: Provide a mock-up for evaluation of fabrication techniques and application workmanship.
			1.	Installation in area designated by Architect.
			2.	Do not proceed with remaining work until installation is approved by Architect.
			3.	As selected and required by Architect's request for mock-up: Install base cabinet with drawer and cupboard, one adjustable shelf, hinged door and applicable hardware. Wall case with adjustable shelf, hinged door and applicable hardware. Tall case with adjustable shelves, fixed center shelf, hinged door and applicable hardware, including a 3-point latching system.
	1.6	DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
		A.	Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until project conditions are ready for installation.
	1.7	PROJECT CONDITIONS
		A.	For delivery and installation of laboratory casework and equipment, building conditions shall comply with AWI Standard 1700-G-3 and 1700-G-4 and be as follows:
			1.	Flooring required to be placed under casework and equipment installed.
			2.	Wood or metal blocking (wall grounds) installed within partitions to allow for immediate installation upon delivery.
			3.	Heating and air conditioning systems providing consistent temperature and humidity conditions to comply with by AWI Standard 1700-G-4 and 1700-G-5.
			4.	Relative humidity not less than 40 percent, nor more than 60 percent.
			5.	Temperatures not less than 65 degrees F (18 degrees C) and not greater than 80 degrees F (27 degrees C) in areas of casework and equipment installation.
			6.	Overhead mechanical, electrical and plumbing rough-in work is complete.
			7.	Wet operations complete prior to delivery.
			8.	Ceiling grids (with or without ceiling tiles), overhead soffits, ductwork and lighting installed.
			9.	Painting complete.
	1.8	WARRANTY
		A.	Casework Manufacturer Warranty: 3 years from date of delivery. Warranty is for the conditions indicated below, and when notified in writing from Owner, manufacturer shall promptly investigate and address said deficiencies.
			1.	Defects in materials and workmanship.
			2.	Deterioration of material and surface performance below minimum SEFA 8 standards as certified by independent third party testing laboratory.
			3.	Within the warranty period, we shall, at our option, repair, replace, or refund the purchase price of defective casework.
		B.	Casework manufacturer shall be notified immediately of defective products, and be given a reasonable opportunity to inspect the goods prior to return. Casework manufacturer will not assume responsibility, or compensation, for unauthorized repairs or labor. Casework manufacturer makes no other warranty, expressed or implied, to the merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, design, sale, installation, or use, of casework; and, shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages, losses of or expenses, resulting from the use of their products.
			1.	The warranty with respect to products from another company sold by the casework manufacturer is limited to the warranty extended by that other company.
	PART 2	PRODUCTS
	2.1	MANUFACTURERS
		A.	Acceptable Manufacturer: CampbellRhea, which is located at: 1865 N. Market St. ; Paris, TN 38242; Tel: 731-642-4251; Fax: 731-642-4262; Email: request info; Web: www.campbellrhea.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.	Product Designations: Drawings indicate sizes and configurations of laboratory casework by referencing designated manufacturer's catalog numbers. Other manufacturers' laboratory casework of similar sizes, similar door and drawer configurations, and complying with the Specifications, including certification to SEFA-8 standards for construction and chemical resistance, may be requested for approved substitution. Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01600.
	2.2	APPLICATIONS/SCOPE
		A.	Casework Group: Manufacturer shall offer an integrated product line serving the user function indicated with a coordinated design, supply and installation of casework, equipment, work surfaces, and accessories:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete casework groups not required.
			1.	General casework.
			2.	Technology.
			3.	Laboratory.
			4.	ADA compliant.
			5.	Life skills.
			6.	Art
			7.	Photographic
			8.	Music
			9.	Shop.
	2.3	CONSTRUCTION
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** If more than one construction type is required, consider assigning a casework type for reference.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete construction types not required.
		A.	Wood veneer on plywood core: CampbellRhea Casework.
		B.	Wood veneer on particleboard core: Taylor Casework.
		C.	Plastic laminate on particleboard core: Decor Casework.
		D.	Cabinet Surface Finish:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Wood veneer on plywood core: CampbellRhea Casework . Wood veneer on particleboard core: Taylor Casework. Delete wood species not required.
			1.	Wood Species: Oak.
			2.	Wood Species: Maple.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete surface finish not required.
			3.	Finish: #101 Briar finish.
			4.	Finish: #301 Baron finish.
			5.	Finish: #401 Summer finish.
			6.	Finish: #429 DuroClear
			7.	Finish: #501 Wheat finish.
			8.	Finish: #801 Tawny finish.
			9.	Finish: #901 Natural finish.
			10.	Finish: ________ finish.
			11.	Finish: As selected by the Architect.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Plastic laminate on particleboard core: Decor Casework. Delete cabinet surface finish if not required.
			12.	Plastic laminate. Refer to Finish Schedule and drawings for plastic laminate types and locations.
		E.	Drawer and Door Styles:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** CampbellRhea styles follow. Delete styles not required.
			1.	Classic Drawer and Door Styling: Both door and drawer fronts are 13/16 inch (20.6 mm) thick, have a squared back edge and a 13/32 inch (10.3mm) radius to the front edges. Drawers have horizontal grain, doors have solid lumber rails and vertical grain wood veneer face and back.
			2.	Heritage Drawer and Door Styling: Doors and drawers are 13/16 inch (20.6 mm) thick, semi-recessed into the cabinet opening and have radiused lipped edges. Doors have solid lumber rails with vertical grain wood veneer face and back. Drawer fronts are solid lumber with a horizontal grain.
			3.	Signature Drawer and Door Styling: Both door and drawer fronts are 13/16 inch (20.6 mm) thick and have a slight radius to the squared edges. Drawers have horizontal grain, doors have solid lumber rails and vertical grain wood veneer face and back.
			4.	Prestige Drawer and Door Styling: Doors and drawers are 13/16 inch (20.6 mm) thick, semi-recessed into the cabinet opening and have radius lipped edges stained to match the casework. Doors have solid lumber rails and plastic laminate veneer face and back. Drawer fronts are solid lumber with plastic laminate face.
			5.	Signature II Drawer and Door Styling: Both door and drawer fronts are 3/4 inch (19 mm) thick; have a slight radius to the squared edges.
	**NOTE TO SPECIFIER** Retain the following paragraph for Oak Species, delete if not required.
				a.	Plain sliced oak veneer doors and drawer fronts have a particleboard core with horizontal grain on drawer fronts and vertical grain on doors and a 1/8 inch (3mm) lumber edge-band.
	**NOTE TO SPECIFIER** Retain the following paragraph for Maple Species, delete if not required.
				b.	Rotary cut maple veneer doors and drawer fronts have a particleboard core with horizontal grain on drawer fronts and vertical grain on doors and a 1/8 inch (3mm) lumber edge-band.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Symphony style is not available in maple.
			6.	Symphony Drawer and Door Styling: Both door and drawer fronts are 3/4 inch (19 mm) thick and have a slight radius to the squared edges. Full flush, matched vertical grain door and drawer fronts have a particleboard core with a rift cut wood veneer face and back and a 1/8 inch (3mm) lumber edge-band.
			7.	Empire Drawer and Door Styling: Both door and drawer fronts are 3/4 inch (19 mm) thick; have a slight radius to the squared edges.
	**NOTE TO SPECIFIER** Retain the following paragraph for Oak Species, delete if not required.
				a.	Full flush overlay, vertical match grain, plain sliced oak veneer doors and drawer fronts have a particleboard core with a plain sliced vertical grain oak and a 1/8 inch (3mm) lumber edge-band.
	**NOTE TO SPECIFIER** Retain the following paragraph for Maple Species, delete if not required.
				b.	Full flush overlay, vertical match grain, rotary cut maple veneer doors and drawer fronts have a particleboard core with a rotary cut vertical grain maple veneer back and a 1/8 inch (3mm) lumber edge-band.
			8.	Illusion Drawer and Door Styling: Both door and drawer fronts are 13/16 inch (20.6 mm) thick and have a slight radius to the squared edges. Doors have solid lumber rails and vertical grain wood veneer face and back. Drawer fronts are solid lumber with a horizontal grain. Pulls are routed from solid lumber of drawer or door face.
			9.	Spectrum Drawer and Door Styling: Both door and drawer fronts are 3/4 inch (19 mm) thick and have a slight radius to the squared edges; particleboard core with plastic laminate face and back with 1/8 inch (3mm) black PVC edge-band.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Taylor construction styles. Delete styles not required.
			10.	Signature II Drawer and Door Styling: Both door and drawer fronts are 3/4 inch (19 mm) thick and have a slight radius to the squared edges. Vertical grain doors and horizontal grain drawer fronts have a particleboard core with a wood veneer face and back with a 1/8 inch (3mm) lumber edge-band.
	**NOTE TO SPECIFIER** Retain the following paragraph for Oak Species, delete if not required.
				a.	Plain sliced oak veneer doors and drawer fronts have a particleboard core with horizontal grain on drawer fronts and vertical grain on doors and a 1/8 inch (3mm) lumber edge-band.
	**NOTE TO SPECIFIER** Retain the following paragraph for Maple Species,delete if notrequired.
				b.	Rotary cut maple veneer doors and drawer fronts have a particleboard core with horizontal grain on drawer fronts and vertical grain on doors and a 1/8 inch (3mm) lumber edge-band.
			11.	Symphony Drawer and Door Styling: Both door and drawer fronts are 3/4 inch (19 mm) thick and have a slight radius to the squared edges. Full flush, matched vertical grain door and drawer fronts have a particleboard core with a rift cut wood veneer face and back and a 1/8 inch (3mm) lumber edge-band.
			12.	Spectrum Drawer and Door Styling: Both door and drawer fronts are 3/4 inch (19 mm) thick and have a slight radius to the squared edges; particleboard core with plastic laminate face and back with 1/8 inch (3mm) black PVC edge-band.
			13.	Empire Drawer and Door Styling: Both door and drawer fronts are 3/4 inch (19 mm) thick; have a slight radius to the squared edges.
	**NOTE TO SPECIFIER** Retain the following paragraph for Oak Species, delete if not required.
				a.	Full flush overlay, vertical match grain, plain sliced oak veneer doors and drawer fronts have a particleboard core with a plain sliced vertical grain oak and a 1/8 inch (3mm) lumber edge-band.
	**NOTE TO SPECIFIER** Retain the following paragraph for Maple Species, delete if not required.
				b.	Full flush overlay, vertical match grain, rotary cut maple veneer doors and drawer fronts have a particleboard core with a rotary cut vertical grain maple veneer back and a 1/8 inch (3mm) lumber edge-band.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Decor construction style. Décor only available with Spectrum doors and drawers. Delete style if not required.
			14.	Spectrum Drawer and Door Styling: Doors and drawers are 3/4 inch (19mm) thick, and have a particleboard core with plastic laminate face and back with 1/8 inch (3mm) black PVC edge-band.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Key to Abbreviations; AL - Aluminum; BK - Black; CP - Chrome Plated; PL - Plastic; RS - Recessed; SS - Stainless Steel; WD - Wood.
		F.	Door and Drawer Hardware Style:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Hardware listed is available as options for all CampbellRhea styles except where noted. CampbellRhea lllusion style has no options for pulls. Delete styles not required. Delete if not required.
			1.	Drawer and door pulls:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** CampbellRhea Heritage standard, option for all other styles except Illusion. Delete if not required.
				a.	AL-1: Extruded aluminum flattened rod in a streamline design.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** CampbellRhea standard for all styles except Heritage, Spectrum and Classic; not available for Illusion.
				b.	AL-2: Extruded aluminum rod design.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** CampbellRhea option for all styles; not available for Illusion.
				c.	AL-3: Extruded aluminum bow style rod design.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** CampbellRhea Spectrum standard; option for all other styles; not available for Illusion.
				d.	AL-2BK: Black powder-coated extruded aluminum rod design.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** CampbellRhea Classic standard; option for all other styles; not available for Illusion.
				e.	AL-3BK: Black powder-coated extruded aluminum bow style rod design.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** CampbellRhea option for all other styles; not available on Illusion.
				f.	PL-2: Black plastic applied waterfall style.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** CampbellRhea option for all styles, except not available on CampbellRhea Spectrum or Illusion styles.
				g.	WD-1: Solid wood, applied visor style, stained to match casework.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.
			2.	Sliding wood door pulls:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Standard to all CampbellRhea styles except Illusion.
				a.	RS -1: Recessed, metal finger grip is nickel-plated pull.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.
			3.	Sliding glass door pulls:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** CampbellRhea standard all styles.
				a.	RS-2: Recessed, metal two-piece, screw together style with a bright chrome finish.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.
			4.	Hinges:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** CampbellRhea Heritage and Prestige standard. Not available for Classic, Symphony, Empire, Illusion, or Spectrum.
				a.	SS-1: Heavy-duty, institutional type, 5-knuckle hospital tipped, made from 0.083 inch (2 mm) thick stainless steel. Hinge is semi-concealed, 2 1/2 inches (64 mm) high and has off-set wings; each wing has three screw holes for the door leaf and three screw holes for the case leaf, two of which are slotted for adjustability. Hinges are attached with Euro screws.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** CampbellRhea Signature, Signature II, Illusion, Empire, Symphony standard, not available on Heritage and Spectrum. Not available for Prestige.
				b.	CP-1: Heavy-duty, institutional type, 5-knuckle hospital tipped, made from 0.083 inch (2 mm) thick chrome plated steel. Hinge is semi-concealed, 2 3/4 inches (70mm) high and has off-set wings; each wing has 5 screw holes for the door leaf and 4 screw holes for the case leaf, two of which are slotted for adjustability. Hinges are attached with Euro screws.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** CampbellRhea Spectrum and Classic standard, not available on Heritage and Prestige.
				c.	BK-1: Heavy-duty, institutional type, 5-knuckle hospital tipped, and is made from 0.083 inch (2 mm) thick black powder-coated steel. Hinge is semi-concealed, 2 3/4 inches (70mm) high and has off-set wings; each wing has 5 screw holes for the door leaf and 4 screw holes for the case leaf, two of which are slotted for adjustability. Hinges are attached with Euro screws.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.
			5.	Latching Handle:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** CampbellRhea Heritage, Signature, Illusion, Empire, Prestige, Symphony standard only.
				a.	CP: Latching handle CP LH-1 is chrome plated, 4 1/4 inches (108 mm) long and streamline in design. Handle operates with 1/4 turn. Double door cases have latching handles on the right door and dummy handles on the left door. A three point latching system provides a positive engagement at the top and bottom of the door with tapered aluminum rods, which pull the door snug when they engage plastic strike plates. The rods are 5/16 inch (8 mm) in diameter and move in nylon guides attached to the back of the door. The middle of the door is secured by a latch plate, which engages the side of the case, or latches behind the left door on cases with double doors.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Available as CampbellRhea Spectrum and Classic standard.
				b.	BK: Latching handle BK LH-1 is black powder-coated, 4 1/4 inches (108 mm) long and streamline in design. Handle operates with 1/4 turn. Double door cases have latching handles on the right door and dummy handles on the left door. A three point latching system provides a positive engagement at the top and bottom of the door with tapered aluminum rods, which pull the door snug when they engage plastic strike plates. The rods are 5/16 inch (8 mm) in diameter and move in nylon guides attached to the back of the door. The middle of the door is secured by a latch plate, which engages the side of the case, or latches behind the left door on cases with double doors.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.
			6.	Locking Handle:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** CampbellRhea Heritage, Signature, Signature II, Illusion, Empire, Prestige, Symphony standard only.
				a.	CP: Chrome plated locking handle is a latching handle with a lock mechanism incorporated into the handle head. On double door cases, the left door has a dummy handle, and the right door has the locking handle. Lock is laboratory grade with a 5-disc tumbler mechanism with a brushed chrome face. Tumblers and keys are brass, while the plug and cylinder is die cast zinc alloy. There are 500 key changes standard. Locks are keyed differently, master keyed and furnished with 2 keys per lock. Locks and corresponding keys are alpha-numerically coded for a quick match.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Available as CampbellRhea Spectrum and Classic standard.
				b.	BK: Black powder coated locking handle is a latching handle with a lock mechanism incorporated into the handle head. On double door cases, the left door has a dummy handle, and the right door has the locking handle. Lock is laboratory grade with a 5-disc tumbler mechanism with a black powder-coated face. Tumblers and keys are brass, while the plug and cylinder is die cast zinc alloy. There are 500 key changes standard. Locks are keyed differently, master keyed and furnished with 2 keys per lock. Locks and corresponding keys are alpha-numerically coded for a quick match.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.
			7.	Locks: Removable core standards:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** CampbellRhea standard for all styles except Classic and Spectrum.
				a.	CP: Lock CP SL-1 is laboratory grade, cylinder cam lock, with a 5-disc tumbler mechanism with a chrome plated face. Tumblers and keys are brass, while plug and cylinder is die cast zinc alloy. A 180-degree turn of the key moves the lock cam into, or out of, a slot cut to receive it. There are 500 key changes standard. Locks are keyed differently, master keyed and furnished with 2 keys per lock. Locks and corresponding keys are alpha-numerically coded for a quick match. Lock CP SL-1 is equipped with a removable core, keying control. With the use of a control key, the key core of the lock assembly can be removed and a new key core inserted, changing the entire locking system in a matter of minutes. Key cores can be held out of the lock assembly until the project is completed, removing the security risk of lost or stolen keys during installation and construction. Casework manufacturer can provide control keys and replacement cores as required. Locks are furnished only when specified.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Available as CampbellRhea Classic and Spectrum standard.
				b.	BK: Lock BK SL-1 is laboratory grade, cylinder cam lock, with a 5-disc tumbler mechanism with a black powder-coated face. Tumblers and keys are brass, while plug and cylinder is die cast zinc alloy. A 180-degree turn of the key moves the lock cam into, or out of, a slot cut to receive it. There are 500 key changes standard. Locks are keyed differently, master keyed and furnished with 2 keys per lock. Locks and corresponding keys are alpha-numerically coded for a quick match. Lock BK SL-1 is equipped with a removable core, keying control. With the use of a control key, the key core of the lock assembly can be removed and a new key core inserted, changing the entire locking system in a matter of minutes. Key cores can be held out of the lock assembly until the project is completed, removing the security risk of lost or stolen keys during installation and construction. Casework manufacturer can provide control keys and replacement cores as required. Locks are furnished only when specified.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete drawer slide if not required.
			8.	Drawer Slides:
				a.	Drawer slides DS-1: Epoxy powder coated, cold rolled steel, heavy-duty with a 100 lbs (45 kilograms) load capacity. They are equipped with heavy-duty, nylon rollers for smooth effortless operation. Slides have automatic positive stop to prevent drawer's accidental removal, but allow for quick removal without tools.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete file drawer slide if not required.
			9.	File Drawer Slides:
				a.	File drawer slides FD-1: Epoxy coated, cold rolled steel, heavy-duty, side mounted, and have a 125 lbs (56.25 kg) load capacity. They are equipped with heavy-duty, ball bearing nylon rollers for smooth effortless operation. Slides are full extension with a positive stop, and a trigger finger release.
	2.4	MATERIALS
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete materials not required.
		A.	Oak Lumber: Grade FAS or better, air-dried and kiln dried to 6 percent moisture content, then tempered to 7 to 8 percent prior to fabrication. Lumber exposed to view, is free of stains, splits, shakes, season checks and other similar defects. Other hardwoods are grade FAS or better, air dried to 6 percent moisture content, then tempered to 7 to 8 percent prior to fabrication. Other hardwoods are used in semi-exposed, or unexposed, areas and comply with NHLA grading for FAS or better lumber.
		B.	Maple Lumber: Grade FAS or better, air-dried and kiln dried to 6 percent moisture content, then tempered to 7 to 8 percent prior to fabrication. Lumber exposed to view, is free of stains, splits, shakes, season checks and other similar defects. Other hardwoods are grade FAS or better, air dried to 6 percent moisture content, then tempered to 7 to 8 percent prior to fabrication. Other hardwoods are used in semi-exposed, or unexposed, areas and comply with NHLA grading for FAS or better lumber.
		C.	Oak Plywood: Plywood is plain sliced, book-matched Oak, select grade A-1, cross-banded, and has a veneer core. The 1 inch (25 mm) or 3/4 inch (19 mm) plywood is a minimum of 7-ply, 1/2 inch (12 mm) is a minimum of 5 ply, 1/4 inch (6 mm) is minimum of 3 ply, and 3/32 inch (2.4 mm) is 3-ply. Other hardwood plywood is sound grade, has a solid core and is suitable for semi-exposed or unexposed areas.
		D.	Maple Plywood: Plywood is rotary cut Maple, select grade A-1 cross-banded, and has a veneer core. The 1 inch (25 mm) or 3/4 inch (19 mm) plywood is a minimum of 7-ply, 1/2 inch (12 mm) is a minimum of 5 ply, 1/4 inch (6 mm) is minimum of 3 ply, and 3/32 inch (2.4 mm) is 3-ply. Other hardwood plywood is sound grade, has a solid core and is suitable for semi-exposed or unexposed areas.
		E.	Hardboard used in drawer bottoms and unexposed backs, consists of super-refined wood fibers and chips, highly compressed into a hard, dense, 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick, homogeneous sheet, faced with wood grain pattern melamine on the exposed face. Physical properties: Average MOR is 5,000 lbs/sq inches (3.5 kgf/sq mm); density is 48 lbs/cu ft (0.6 kg/cu m); and MOE of 500,000 psi (350 kgf/sq mm).
		F.	Particleboard is industrial grade, with the following physical properties: Density, 48 lb/cu. ft. (0.6 kg/cu m); minimum modulus of rupture 2,200 psi (1.5 kgf/sq mm); minimum modulus of elasticity 450,000 psi (315 kgf/sq mm).
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete two paragraphs below if plastic laminate not required.
		G.	High-pressure plastic laminate, regular grade, is melamine impregnated decorative surface papers, superimposed over kraft phenolic core sheets, vertical grade, high pressure, plastic laminate has a nominal thickness of 0.030 inch (0.76 mm) complying with NEMA LD 3.
			1.	Exposed interior and exposed exterior surfaces.
		H.	Low-pressure plastic laminate are panels of melamine resin impregnated decorative paper, thermally fused to industrial grade particleboard or to service tempered hardboard. Thermal fusion under heat and pressure, permanently bonds the resin-impregnated paper to the substrate, and produces a permanent bond between the melamine surface and the substrate. Low-pressure plastic laminate is frosty white in color. Low-pressure plastic laminated to hardboard is used as drawer bottoms and unexposed interior backs.
			1.	Unexposed and concealed interior and unexposed exterior.
		I.	Stainless Steel: ASTM A 666 type 304, stainless steel, No. 4 satin finish unless noted otherwise.
	2.5	FABRICATION
		A.	Units and configurations designated for accessibility by users shall comply with ATBCB ADAAG (ADA standards).
		B.	Design, material and construction of casework, shelving and tables shall comply with SEFA 8 performance and resistance standards.
		C.	Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, Article 100, by a testing agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, and marked for its intended use.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** CampbellRhea box construction. Delete if not required.
		D.	CampbellRhea Base cabinets have a 2 1/4 inches (57 mm) by 1 inch (25 mm), solid hardwood horizontal front top frame member and 2 1/8 inches (54 mm) by 1 inch (25 mm), solid hardwood horizontal rear and side top frame members. Front intermediate rails are 3/4 inch (19 mm) by 2 1/2 inches (64 mm) solid wood. Back intermediate rails are furnished only when drawer separators are specified. Exposed exterior backs are 3/4 inch (19 mm) plywood. Cabinets with exposed interiors but unexposed exteriors have 1/4 inch (6 mm) plywood backs. Cabinets with unexposed interiors and exteriors have 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick hardboard with wood grained melamine face backs. Exposed end panels are 3/4 inch (19 mm) plywood. Unexposed end panels are 3/4 inch (19 mm) hardwood plywood. End panels with unexposed interior and unexposed exterior are 3/4 inch (19 mm) hardwood plywood. Bottom, shelves, and dividers in cabinets with exposed interiors are 3/4 inch (19 mm) plywood; with unexposed interiors is 3/4 inch (19 mm) hardwood plywood. If cabinet exceeds 36 inches (914 mm) in width, shelves shall be 1inch (25mm) thick. Exposed edges of front top horizontal frame and intermediate rail members; end panels, bottom, shelves, and dividers are edged with 1/8 inch (3 mm) solid wood. Drawer separators, furnished only when specified, are 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick hardboard with wood grained melamine face.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Taylor box construction. Delete if not required.
		E.	Taylor Base cabinets have a 2 1/4 inches (57 mm) by 1 inch (25 mm), solid hardwood horizontal front top frame member and 2 1/8 inches (54 mm) by 1 inch (25 mm), solid hardwood horizontal rear and side top frame members. Front intermediate rails are 3/4 inch (19 mm) by 2 1/2 inches (64 mm) solid wood. Back intermediate rails are furnished only when drawer separators are specified. Exposed exterior backs are 3/4 inch (19 mm) particleboard core plywood. Cabinets with exposed interiors but unexposed exteriors have 1/4 inch (6 mm) particleboard core plywood backs. Cabinets with unexposed interiors and exteriors have 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick hardboard with wood grained melamine face backs. Exposed end panels are 3/4 inch (19 mm) particleboard core plywood. Unexposed end panels are 3/4 inch (19 mm) hardwood particleboard core plywood. End panels with unexposed interior and unexposed exterior are 3/4 inch (19 mm) hardwood particleboard core plywood. Bottom, shelves, and dividers in cabinets with exposed interiors are 3/4 inch (19 mm) particleboard core plywood; with unexposed interiors is 3/4 inch (19 mm) hardwood particleboard core plywood. If cabinet exceeds 36 inches (914 mm) in width, shelves shall be 1 inch (25mm) thick. Exposed edges of front top horizontal frame and intermediate rail members; end panels, bottom, shelves, and dividers are edged with 1/8 inch (3 mm) solid wood. Drawer separators, furnished only when specified, are 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick hardboard with wood grained melamine face.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Decor box construction. Delete if not required.
		F.	Décor Cabinets have a 1 inch (25 mm) by 4 inches (102 mm), low-pressure plastic laminate on particleboard core horizontal front and back top frame member, with black PVC edge-band on front member. Front intermediate rail is 10-5/8 inches (270 mm) by 3/4 inch (19 mm), low- pressure plastic laminate on particleboard core. Exposed exterior backs are high-pressure plastic laminated 3/4 inch (19 mm) particleboard. Cabinets with exposed interiors but unexposed exteriors have 3/4 inch (19 mm) particleboard, and the unexposed surface is laminated with low-pressure plastic laminate. Cabinets with unexposed interiors and exteriors have faces of low-pressure plastic laminated 1/4 inch (6 mm) hardboard. Exposed interior or exterior end panels are high-pressure plastic laminated 3/4 inch (19 mm) particleboard. Unexposed interior or exterior end panels are low-pressure plastic laminated 3/4 inch (19 mm) particleboard. Bottom, shelves, and dividers in cabinets with exposed interiors are high-pressure plastic laminated 3/4 inch (19 mm) particleboard; with unexposed interiors is low-pressure plastic laminated 3/4 inch (19 mm) particleboard. Exposed edges of end panels, bottom, shelves and dividers are edged with black PVC, applied after lamination. Color coordinated PVC must be specified, Drawer separators, furnished only when specified, are full depth, 3/4 inch (19 mm), and low-pressure plastic laminate on particleboard core.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Applies to all cabinet types.
		G.	Cabinet construction is bored, doweled, dadoed, glued and screwed construction. Cabinets are enclosed without the use of common partitions. A full horizontal top frame with bored, doweled and glued joints, intermediate front rails and bottom rear horizontal parting rails and separators are provided as required. Separators where specified, are let into routed intermediate rails. Backs are recessed and encapsulated into dadoed end panels then screwed to the top and bottom case members. An enclosed toe space, 2 1/4 inches (57 mm) by 4 inches (102 mm) high, is provided, with the toe rail bored, doweled and glued to end panels. Shelves are supported on heavy-duty, laboratory grade, twin pin plastic shelf clips, which fit into two double rows of holes drilled 1 1/4 inches (32 mm) on centers, in the case end panels, for maximum shelf adjustability.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** CampbellRhea. Delete if not required.
		H.	Construction - Wall and Upper Cases: Wall and upper cases have a 1 inch (25 mm) plywood top and bottom panel. Adjustable shelves are 1 inch (25 mm) finished plywood in cases with exposed interiors and 1 inch (25 mm) hardwood plywood in cases with unexposed interiors. Backs are 1/4 inch (6 mm) finished plywood in cases with exposed interiors and 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick hardboard with melamine face in cases with unexposed interiors. End panels in cabinets with exposed interiors are 3/4 inch (19 mm) finished plywood; end panels in cabinets with unexposed interiors are 3/4 inch (19 mm) hardwood plywood. Exterior hanger rails are 4 inches (102 mm) by 3/4 inch (19 mm) hardwood plywood.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Taylor. Delete if not required.
		I.	Construction - Wall and Upper Cases: Wall and upper cases have components that are veneer on particleboard core. Adjustable shelves are 1 inch (25 mm) thick particleboard with veneer faces and appropriate edging. Backs, in cases with exposed interiors and exposed exteriors are 1/4 inch (6 mm) finished plywood. Backs in cases with unexposed interiors and unexposed exteriors are 1/4 inch (6 mm) hardboard with melamine face. Exterior back cross rails: 4 inches (102 mm) by 3/4 inch (19 mm) hardwood plywood.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Décor. Delete if not required.
		J.	Construction - Wall and Upper Cases: Wall and upper cases have components that are laminate on particleboard core. Adjustable shelves are 1 inch (25 mm) thick particleboard with laminate faces and appropriate edging. Backs, in cases with exposed interiors and exposed exteriors are 1/4 inch (6mm) thick hardboard with melamine face. Backs in cases with unexposed interiors and unexposed exteriors are 1/4 inch (6 mm) hardboard with melamine face. Exterior back cross rails: 4 inches (102 mm) by 3/4 inch (19 mm) hardwood plywood.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.
		K.	Construction - Tall Cases:
			1.	Top panels, in cases with exposed interiors, are 1 inch (25 mm) plywood. Top panels, in cases with unexposed interiors, are 1 inch (25 mm) hardwood plywood.
			2.	Bottom panels in cases with exposed interiors are 3/4 inch (19 mm) plywood. Bottom panels in cases with unexposed interiors are 3/4 inch (19 mm) hardwood plywood.
			3.	Adjustable shelves in are 1 inch (25 mm) plywood.
			4.	Backs, in cases with exposed interiors and exposed exteriors are 1/4 inch (6 mm) plywood. Backs in cases with unexposed interiors and unexposed exteriors are 1/4 inch (6 mm) hardboard with wood grained melamine face.
			5.	End panels, in cabinets with exposed end panels, are 3/4 inch (19 mm) plywood. End panels, in cabinets with unexposed end panels, are 3/4 inch (19 mm) hardwood plywood.
			6.	Exposed edges of end panels, dividers and shelves are edged with 1/8 inch (3 mm) solid wood.
			7.	Exterior back cross rails: 4 inches by 3/4 inch (102 mm by 19 mm) hardwood plywood.
			8.	Cases are rigidly constructed, integral units with the strongest most advanced joinery methods utilized of bored, doweled, dadoed, glued and screwed construction. Each case is completely enclosed without the use of common partitions, and has flush construction with overlapping doors, which provides a dust resistant interior. Top panel is bored, doweled and glued into end panels. Bottom panel is bored, doweled and glued into end panels and glued and screwed to the back. An exterior back cross rail is provided at the top of each case, screwed to the top panel and bored, doweled and glued into the end panels. Additional back cross rails are provided, as required. Backs are recessed and encapsulated into dadoed end panels and screwed to the top and bottom case members. An enclosed toe space, 2 1/4 inches by 4 inches (57 mm by 102 mm) high, is provided with toe rail securely bored, doweled and glued to end panels and bottom panel. Adjustable shelves are supported on heavy-duty laboratory grade, twin pin plastic shelf clips, which fit into two rows of holes drilled 1 1/4 inches (32 mm) on centers in the end panels, for maximum shelf adjustability.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** CampbellRhea Heritage only. Delete if not required.
		L.	Drawer front is 13/16 inch (20.6 mm) thick. Lipped style drawer faces are integral as the faces of the drawer box and dovetailed to the box sides. Drawer box front, sides and back are 1/2 inch (12 mm), 9-ply laminated hardwood plywood. Drawer bottom is 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick hardboard with wood grained melamine face. All four corners of the drawer are dovetailed and glued. The top edges of drawer box are radiused. Drawer bottom is let in on four sides, and securely glued underneath with a continuous bead of glue around the perimeter of the drawer bottom. In cabinets 24 inches (610 mm) or less in width, drawers have one pull. In cabinets over 24 inches (610 mm) wide, drawers have two pulls.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** CampbellRhea Classic, Signature, Illusion, and Prestige. Delete if not required.
		M.	Drawer front is 13/16 inch (20.6 mm) thick. Squared edged styles drawer faces are screwed to the face of a full drawer box. Drawer box front, sides and back are 1/2 inch (12 mm), 9-ply laminated hardwood plywood. Drawer bottom is 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick hardboard with wood grained melamine face. All four corners of the drawer are dovetailed and glued. The top edges of drawer box are radiused. Drawer bottom is let in on four sides, and securely glued underneath with a continuous bead of glue around the perimeter of the drawer bottom. In cabinets 24 inches (610 mm) or less in width, drawers have one pull. In cabinets over 24 inches (610 mm) wide, drawers have two pulls.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** CampbellRhea Spectrum, Empire, Symphony and Signature II. Delete if not required.
		N.	Drawer front is 3/4 inch (19 mm) thick. All squared edged styles drawer faces are screwed to the face of a full drawer box. Drawer box front, sides and back are 1/2 inch (12 mm), 9-ply laminated hardwood plywood. Drawer bottom is 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick hardboard with wood grained melamine face. All four corners of the drawer are dovetailed and glued. The top edges of drawer box are radiused. Drawer bottom is let in on four sides, and securely glued underneath with a continuous bead of glue around the perimeter of the drawer bottom. In cabinets 24 inches (610 mm) or less in width, drawers have one pull. In cabinets over 24 inches (610 mm) wide, drawers have two pulls.
		O.	Construction - Hinged Doors:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** All styles except Spectrum, Signature II, Symphony and Empire. Delete if not required.
			1.	Hinged solid doors 48 inches (1219 mm) or less in height, 13/16 inch (20.6 mm) thick and overlap the opening on all sides. Doors have one pull. Door has two heavy duty, institutional type, and 5-knuckle hinges. Doors are secured by a friction roller catch and a metal strike plate.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Available only for Spectrum, Signature II, Symphony and Empire. Delete if not required.
			2.	Hinged solid doors 48 inches (1219 mm) or less in height, 3/4 inch (19 mm) thick and overlap the opening on all sides. Doors have one pull. Door has two heavy duty, institutional type, and 5-knuckle hinges. Doors are secured by a friction roller catch and a metal strike plate.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** All styles except Spectrum Signature II, Symphony and Empire. Delete if not required.
			3.	Hinged solid doors over 48 inches (1219 mm) in height, 13/16 inch (20.6 mm) thick and overlap the opening on all sides. Single doors and right door of double doors have a latching handle. A three point latching system provides single doors and right door of double doors positive engagements at the top and bottom of the door with tapered aluminum rods, which engage plastic, strike plates and pull the door snug. The rods are 5/16-inch (8 mm) in diameter and move in nylon guides attached to the back of the door. The middle of the door is secured by a latch plate, which engages the side of the case, or latches behind the left door on cases with double doors and securely hold the door shut. Right door of double doors lap over the machined integral astragal on left door in lipped styles; square edged styles have an applied astragal on the left door. Plastic laminate style doors have particleboard core, and no astragal. Doors have four hinges. On double doors left door is additionally secured with two friction roller catches with metal strike plates.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Available only for Spectrum, Signature II, Symphony and Empire. Delete if not required.
			4.	Hinged solid doors, over 48 inches (1219 mm) in height, are 3/4 inch (19 mm) thick and overlap the opening on all sides. Single doors and right door of double doors have a latching handle. A three point latching system provides single doors and right door of double doors positive engagements at the top and bottom of the door with tapered aluminum rods, which engage plastic, strike plates and pull the door snug. The rods are 5/16-inch (8 mm) in diameter and move in nylon guides attached to the back of the door. The middle of the door is secured by a latch plate, which engages the side of the case, or latches behind the left door on cases with double doors and securely hold the door shut. Right door of double doors lap over the machined integral astragal on left door in lipped styles; square edged styles have an applied astragal on the left door. Plastic laminate style doors have particleboard core, and no astragal. Doors have four hinges. On double doors left door is additionally secured with two friction roller catches with metal strike plates.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** All styles except Spectrum, Signature II, Symphony and Empire. Delete if not required.
			5.	Hinged glazed doors, 48 inches (1219 mm) or less in height, have a solid wood frame 1 1/16 inches (27 mm) by 3 inches (76 mm) with glass panel. Doors overlap opening 1/4 inch (6 mm) on all sides. The frame joints are bored, doweled and glued. The balance of the door is glass. Right door of double doors lap over the machined integral astragal on left door in lipped styles; square edged styles have an applied astragal on the left door. Plastic laminate style doors have no astragal. Doors have one pull, two hinges and are secured by friction roller catches with metal strike plate.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete glass not required.
				a.	Glass is tempered safety glass is specially heat-treated glass, 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick with a minimum of 88 percent clarity.
				b.	Glass is DSB glass is double strength, grade “B”, and 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Available only for Spectrum, Signature II, Symphony and Empire. Delete if not required.
			6.	Hinged glazed doors 48 inches (1219 mm) or less in height are 3/4 inches (19 mm) by 3 inches (76 mm) with glass panel. Doors overlap opening 1/4 inch (6 mm) on all sides. The frame joints are bored, doweled and glued. The balance of the door is glass. Right door of double doors lap over the machined integral astragal on left door in lipped styles; square edged styles have an applied astragal on the left door. Plastic laminate style doors have no astragal. Doors have one pull, two hinges and are secured by friction roller catches with metal strike plate.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete glass not required.
				a.	Glass is tempered safety glass is specially heat-treated glass, 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick with a minimum of 88 percent clarity.
				b.	Glass is DSB glass is double strength, grade “B”, and 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Available for all styles except Spectrum, Signature II, Symphony and Empire. Delete if not required.
			7.	Hinged glazed doors, over 48 inches (1219 mm) in height, same construction with a 1 1/16 inch (27 mm) by 3 inch (76 mm) center cross frame member with glass panel. Single doors and right door of double doors have a latching handle. Left door of double doors has a fixed handle, which is the same size and finish as a latching handle. A three point latching system provides single doors and right door of double doors positive engagement at the top and bottom of the door with tapered aluminum rods, which engage plastic, strike plates and pulls the door snug. The rods are 5/16-inch (8 mm) in diameter and move in nylon guides attached to the back of the door. The middle of the door is secured by a latch plate, which engages the side of the case, or latches behind the left door on cases with double doors and securely hold the door shut. Right door of double doors lap over the machined integral astragal on left door in lipped styles; square edged styles have an applied astragal on the left door. Plastic laminate style doors have no astragal. Doors have four hinges. The left door of double doors is additionally secured by two friction roller catches and metal strike plates.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete glass not required.
				a.	Glass is tempered safety glass is specially heat-treated glass, 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick with a minimum of 88 percent clarity.
				b.	Glass is DSB glass is double strength, grade “B”, and 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Available only for Spectrum, Signature II, Symphony and Empire. Delete if not required.
			8.	Hinged glazed doors, over 48 inches (1219 mm) in height, same construction with a 3/4 inch (19 mm) by 3 inch (76 mm) center cross frame member with glass panel. Single doors and right door of double doors have a latching handle. Left door of double doors has a fixed handle, which is the same size and finish as a latching handle. A three point latching system provides single doors and right door of double doors positive engagement at the top and bottom of the door with tapered aluminum rods, which engage plastic, strike plates and pulls the door snug. The rods are 5/16-inch (8 mm) in diameter and move in nylon guides attached to the back of the door. The middle of the door is secured by a latch plate, which engages the side of the case, or latches behind the left door on cases with double doors and securely hold the door shut. Right door of double doors lap over the machined integral astragal on left door in lipped styles; square edged styles have an applied astragal on the left door. Plastic laminate style doors have no astragal. Doors have four hinges. The left door of double doors is additionally secured by two friction roller catches and metal strike plates.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete glass not required.
				a.	Glass is tempered safety glass is specially heat-treated glass, 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick with a minimum of 88 percent clarity.
				b.	Glass is DSB glass is double strength, grade “B”, and 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.
		P.	Construction - Sliding Doors:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** All styles except Spectrum, Signature II, Symphony and Empire. Delete if not required.
			1.	Sliding solid doors are 13/16 inch (20.6 mm) thick with squared edges; plastic laminate style sliding doors are 3/4 inch (19 mm) laminated particleboard core and operate in an overhead aluminum sliding door track assembly with adjustable nylon roller hangers. Doors are secured at the bottom of the cabinet with two plastic guides per door that operate in recessed, channels. Each door has one recessed pull with finger grip. Pull is located on out side edge of the door face. Lock is furnished when specified.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Available only for Spectrum, Signature II, Symphony and Empire. Delete if not required.
			2.	Sliding solid doors are 3/4 inch (19 mm) thick with squared edges; plastic laminate style sliding doors are 3/4 inch (19 mm) laminated particleboard core and operate in an overhead aluminum sliding door track assembly with adjustable nylon roller hangers. Doors are secured at the bottom of the cabinet with two plastic guides per door that operate in recessed, channels. Each door has one recessed pull with finger grip. Pull is located on out side edge of the door face. Lock is furnished when specified.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** All styles except Spectrum, Signature II, Symphony and Empire. Delete if not required.
			3.	Sliding glazed doors, 48 inches (1219 mm) or less in height, have a 1 1/16 inches (27 mm) by 3 inches (76 mm), solid wood frame with 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick DSB glass. Plastic laminate sliding glazed doors are 3/4 inch (19 mm), laminate on particleboard core. Door frames have joints bored, doweled and glued. The balance of the door is glass. Doors operate in an overhead aluminum sliding door track assembly with adjustable nylon roller hangers. Doors are secured at the bottom of the cabinet with two plastic guides per door, which operate in recessed channels. Each door has one pull recessed nickel-plated metal pull with finger grip. Pull is located on outside edge of the door face. Lock is furnished when specified.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete glass not required.
				a.	Glass is tempered safety glass is specially heat-treated glass, 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick with a minimum of 88 percent clarity.
				b.	Glass is DSB glass is double strength, grade “B”, and 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Available only on Spectrum, Signature II, Symphony and Empire. Delete if not required.
			4.	Sliding glazed doors, 48 inches (1219 mm) or less in height, have a 3/4 inch (19mm) by 3 inches (76 mm), plywood frame with 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick DSB glass. Plastic laminate sliding glazed doors are 3/4 inch (19 mm), laminate on particleboard core. Door frames have joints bored, doweled and glued. The balance of the door is glass. Doors operate in an overhead aluminum sliding door track assembly with adjustable nylon roller hangers. Doors are secured at the bottom of the cabinet with two plastic guides per door, which operate in recessed channels. Each door has one pull recessed nickel-plated metal pull with finger grip. Pull is located on outside edge of the door face. Lock is furnished when specified.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete glass not required.
				a.	Glass is tempered safety glass is specially heat-treated glass, 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick with a minimum of 88 percent clarity.
				b.	Glass is DSB glass is double strength, grade “B”, and 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** All styles except Spectrum, Signature II, Symphony and Empire. Delete if not required.
			5.	Sliding glazed doors, over 48 inches (1219 mm), have a 1 1/16 inches (27 mm) by 3 inches (76 mm), solid wood frame with a center cross frame member and 1/4 inch (6 mm) tempered glass. Doors have solid wood frames with joints bored, doweled and glued. The balance of the door is glass. Doors operate in an overhead aluminum sliding door track assembly with adjustable nylon roller hangers. Doors are secured at the bottom of the cabinet with two plastic guides per door, which operate in recessed channels. Each door has one recessed nickel-plated metal pull with finger grip. Pull is located on outside edge of the door face. Lock is furnished when specified. Glass is tempered safety glass is specially heat-treated glass, 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick with a minimum of 88 percent clarity.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Available only on Spectrum, Signature II, Symphony and Empire. Delete if not required.
			6.	Sliding glazed doors, over 48 inches (1219 mm), have a 3/4 inch (19 mm) by 3 inches (76 mm), plywood frame with a center cross frame member and 1/4 inch (6 mm) tempered glass. Spectrum sliding glazed doors are 3/4 inch (19 mm) laminate on particleboard core. Doors frames have joints bored, doweled and glued. The balance of the door is glass. Doors operate in an overhead aluminum sliding door track assembly with adjustable nylon roller hangers. Doors are secured at the bottom of the cabinet with two plastic guides per door, which operate in recessed channels. Each door has one recessed nickel-plated metal pull with finger grip. Pull is located on outside edge of the door face. Lock is furnished when specified. Glass is tempered safety glass is specially heat-treated glass, 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick with a minimum of 88 percent clarity.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.
			7.	Sliding glass doors are 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick float glass. Doors have polished vertical edges and swiped horizontal edges. Doors operate in sliding aluminum door track assembly, which has an aluminum track at the bottom, and an aluminum channel mounted at the top of the cabinet. The glass rests in aluminum shoes with nylon rollers. The top swiped edge of the glass is fitted with plastic glide clips to assure smooth movement in the channel. Each door has one two-piece recessed round pull. Pull is located on outside edge of the door face. Lock is furnished when specified.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.
		Q.	Construction - Tables
			1.	Open Frame Table exterior rails are 4-13/16 inches (122 mm) by 13/16 inch (21 mm), solid lumber. Interior rails are minimum of 3/4 inch (19 mm) hardwood plywood. Compartment bottoms are 1/4 inch (6 mm) plywood. Legs: 2 1/4 inches (57 mm) square solid wood. Leg stretchers, when specified, are 2 1/8 inches (54 mm) by 1 inch (25 mm) thick, solid wood. Openings are routed in the one-piece rail when drawers or compartments are required. A minimum of two interior cross rails are doweled and glued into exterior rails. Compartment bottoms are let into dadoed grooves in cross rails and the front and back rails, then glued on all four edges. Exterior rails receive heavy steel corner braces, attached with Euro screws. Legs are secured to the steel corner brace and table rails with a 5/16-inch (8 mm) threaded hanger bolt, machine screwed into the leg a depth of at least two inches. Legs have molded black polyethylene, closed bottom, leg shoes. Exterior rails are also grooved to accept Z- clips for attaching the top.
			2.	Pedestal Table center rails are 4 1/2 inches (114 mm) by 1 1/16 inches (27 mm), solid wood. End rails are 4 1/2 inches (114 mm) by 1 1/16 inches (27 mm), solid wood. Pedestal legs are 1 3/16 inches (30 mm) particleboard core with oak plywood faces. Vertical edges are edged with 3mm solid wood. Feet are 2 1/4 inches (57 mm) thick and 2 1/4 inches (57 mm) high overall, solid wood. Leg stretcher is 3 inches (57 mm) by 1 inch (25 mm) thick, solid wood. Tables have a rigid understructure with a center rail running the length of the table, two end rails across the width, pedestal legs with feet, and one leg stretcher. Center and end rails are notched to interlock and then fasten to the top and pedestal legs. Feet are routed to receive pedestals. Each pedestal is glued, and fastened to the foot with two, 3 inches (76 mm) by 3/4 inch (6 mm) lag bolts. Each foot has two 1 1/2 inches (38 mm) plastic floor glides. Leg stretchers are secured with four, 3 inches (76 mm) by 3/4 inch (6 mm) lag bolts through the pedestal legs. Plastic Z glides for tote trays are attached to the underside of the tabletop.
	2.6	FINISHES
		A.	Wood Cabinets: Exterior and interior surfaces of cabinets receive the full finishing process consisting of baked on: specified NGR stain, two coats of protective moisture resistant sealer and two applications of a topcoat of clear catalyzed chemical resistant conversion varnish.
			1.	Interior Surfaces: The unexposed interior surfaces of cupboards, wall cases, upper cases, and tall cases must match exterior color and receive stain (color coat), a protective coat of moisture resistant sealer, and two applications of a clear, catalyzed, chemical resistant conversion varnish topcoat.
			2.	Other Surfaces: Unexposed surfaces such as unexposed end panels, unexposed backs, drawer sides and drawer bottoms are processed through standard finishing steps and receive a baked on protective coat of moisture resistant sealer, baked on clear catalyzed chemical resistant conversion varnish, but no stain (color coat).
			3.	Finish shall comply with SEFA-8 resistance standard acceptable levels for casework surfaces. An independent 3rd party testing facility's written certification must be provided to establish that final finish has no more than three, SEFA-8 "Level 3" conditions.
			4.	Any deviations from the specified finishing procedures will be considered defective Work and rejected by the Architect.
	2.7	CABINET HARDWARE
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete cabinet hardware not required.
		A.	Provide laboratory casework manufacturer's standard finish, commercial-quality, heavy-duty hardware complying with requirements indicated for each type.
		B.	Lock GL-1 is ratchet type glass door lock, with a disc tumbler mechanism and a polished nickel plate finish. The ratchet bar adjusts from 1 inch (25 mm) to 3 3/8 inches (86 mm). Two keys are provided; master keying is not available. Locks are furnished only when specified.
		C.	Friction roller catch is zinc plated steel catch with a spring cushioned; polyethylene roller, and a metal strike plate. Screw mounted catches and strike plate have slotted holes for adjustability.
		D.	Sliding door track assembly DT-1 has an overhead aluminum track and adjustable, nylon roller hangers. The lipped edge of the upper aluminum track prevents rollers from jumping track. Two hard plastic guides are mounted on the bottom interior of the door and operate in recessed channels.
		E.	Sliding glass door track assembly GT-1 has an aluminum bottom track, and an aluminum channel mounted at the top of the cabinet. The glass rests in aluminum shoes with nylon rollers, which operate in the bottom track. The top swiped edge of the glass is fitted with plastic glide clips to assure smooth movement in the channel.
		F.	Shelf clips are made from clear polycarbonate and are laboratory standard grade. Clips have double, 3/16 inch (5 mm) diameter pins and are equipped with shelf lock hold down tabs for 3/4 inch (18 mm) or 1 inch (25 mm) thick shelves.
		G.	Sliding door lock, when specified, 5-disc tumbler mechanism with a dull chrome plated face. Tumblers and keys are brass, while plug and cylinder are die cast steel. Pushing in on the lock while turning the key, engages a lock bolt into the strike plate; a turn of the key, unlocks the bolt. There are 200 key changes standard. Locks are keyed differently, master keyed and furnished with 2 keys per lock. Locks and corresponding keys are alpha-numerically coded for a quick match.
		H.	Leg shoes are closed-bottom style, 2 1/4 inches (57 mm) square, and molded of 1/8 inch (3 mm) black polyethylene.
	2.8	COUNTER TOPS
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete tops not required.
		A.	Chem-Surf exposed surface and edges are horizontal grade, high pressure, plastic laminate applied to particleboard core. Finished top is 1 inch (25 mm) thick, and the curb is 4 inches (102 mm) high. A phenolic backing sheet is applied to the bottom surface.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Specify color. Standard color is black with a finely textured finish; other colors are available. Surface is designed for use where extra chemical resistance is required. Delete one of two options following
			1.	Standard Color: Black.
			2.	Color: As selected by Architect from manufacturer's standards.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Granite has strong resistance to acids, chemicals, stains and other blemishes, nearly impossible to scratch, will not burn or melt when exposed to high temperatures, harbors no bacteria or radon and requires little or no maintenance. Granite is a natural quarried material with natural characteristics that influence grain texture, and color.
		B.	Granite. Top is one inch thick, and the curb is four inches high. Exposed edges and corners are radiused, and a drip groove is provided on the under surface, when detailed.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of two options following.
			1.	Color: Black.
			2.	Color: As selected by Architect from manufacturer's standards .
		C.	Maple top is composed of laminated strips of electronically glued, select hard maple in natural finish color. The top surface is finished with two coats of UV cured, penetrating acrylic sealer; and, the bottom surface receives one coat. Standard thickness is 1 3/4 inches (44 mm) and the applied curb is four inches (102 mm) high and 3/4 inch (19 mm) thick.
		D.	Phenolic is a solid resin material composed of laminates of high-pressure thermoset plastic. The finished top is 1 inch (25 mm) thick, and the curb is 4 inches (102 mm) high.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Specify color. Standard top color is black with a black core. Other colors are available. Multiple layers of selected papers impregnated with special phenolic resins with excellent chemical, acid and scratch resistance. Delete one of two options following.
			1.	Color: Black with a black core.
			2.	Color: As selected by Architect from manufacturer's standards.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The specially compounded and cured uniform resin mixture, throughout the thickness of the top, is not dependent on a surface coating for chemical or stain resistance.
		E.	Rhearesin is 1 inch (25 mm) thick, molded from a modified epoxy resin. Exposed edges and corners are radiused, and a drip groove is provided under surface in areas where sinks are installed. Curb is 4 inches (102 mm) high.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of two options following.
			1.	Color: Black.
			2.	Color: As selected by Architect from manufacturer's standards
		F.	Rhearock is natural quarried sandstone, free of veins, laminations and stratifications, is first impregnated with a highly chemical resistant polymerizing resin. A 5 mil thick (four base coats and three finish coats), chemical resistant resinous coating is then applied to exposed surfaces. The impregnating resin and surface coatings are heat polymerized to cure the resin, toughen the stone, and provide a chemical and heat resistant, uniform surface. Exposed edges and corners are radiused, and a drip groove is provided on the under surface, when specified. Top is one inch thick, and the curb is 4 inches (102 mm) high.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of two options following.
			1.	Color: Black.
			2.	Color: As selected by Architect from manufacturer's standards.
		G.	Rheatex exposed surface and edges are horizontal grade, high pressure, plastic laminate applied to particleboard core. Finished top is 1 inch (25 mm) thick, and the curb is 4 inches (102 mm) high. A phenolic backing sheet is applied to the bottom surface.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of two options following.
			1.	Color: Black.
			2.	Color: As selected by Architect from manufacturer's standards.
		H.	Stainless Steel top is fabricated from 16 gauge stainless steel, and exposed surfaces have a No. 4 satin finish. The sink is reinforced on the full length of the underside with number 16-gauge steel, U-type, structural channels. A wood or steel frame, around the front and ends, is provided for fastening to cabinet. Sink bowls are seamless, electrically welded, and ground and polished to a hand blended satin finish. Drain boards, flanges, curbs and back splashes are integral. Joints are electrically welded, then ground and polished to a hand blended satin finish. The entire unit is sound deadened.
		I.	Tuf-Surf exposed surface and edges are horizontal grade, extra-high wear resistant, high pressure plastic laminate. The laminate is bonded to particleboard core. The finished top is 1 inch (25 mm) thick, and the curb is 4 inches (102 mm) high.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Specify color if required. Standard color is black with a matte, textured finish; other colors are available.
			1.	Color: Black with matte, textured finish.
			2.	Color: As selected by Architect from manufacturer's standards
	2.9	ACCESSORIES:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete accessories not required.
		A.	Burette Rods: 1/2 inch (12 mm) diameter, anodized aluminum, and either 18 inches (457 mm) or 24 inches (610 mm)long. Rods are furnished with a tapered aluminum adapter to fit rod socket.
		B.	Clamps: 1 inch (25 mm) square aluminum stock, with two, 3/4 inch (19 mm) diameter openings, at right angles to each other, bored through sides. Openings are for upright rods and crossbars, or Greenlaw Arms. Thumb screw into each end of the clamp; tighten against the rods to hold positions.
		C.	Crossbars and Greenlaw Arms: 3/4 inch (19 mm) diameter, anodized aluminum rods, with ends rounded.
		D.	Rod Sockets: Mushroom type, machined from a solid aluminum rod. Sockets are held in place by a heavy aluminum lock nut and washer.
		E.	Upright Rods: 3/4 inch (19 mm) diameter, anodized aluminum, 36 inches long with a rounded top and a tapered bottom to fit rod sockets.
		F.	Reagent Shelves: Provide as indicated, fabricated from same material as adjacent countertop, unless otherwise indicated.
		G.	Adjustable Wall Shelf Supports: Standard is anodized chrome standard and shelf brackets. Epoxy powder coating is an option and must be specified.
		H.	Metal Key Cabinets.
		I.	Plastic Tote Tray.
		J.	Pegboards: Clear acrylic, epoxy, or phenolic-composite pegboards with removable polypropylene pegs and stainless-steel drip troughs with drain outlet.
	2.10	SERVICE FIXTURES
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete service fixtures not required.
		A.	Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories shall be labeled to comply with NFPA 70, Article 100 and marked for its intended use.
		B.	Provide service fixtures and fittings that comply with SEFA 7.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete below if not required. Typically for school user groups.
			1.	Provide service fixtures and fittings that comply with recommendations of SEFA 7.
		C.	Electrical Fixtures are 3-wire grounded, 20 A, 125V AC, with stainless steel cover plates and cadmium-plated steel boxes. Pedestal boxes are black, cast aluminum with conduit nipples and lock nuts. When specified, G.F.C.I., ground fault circuit interrupter fixtures are available. G.F.C.I. fixtures are 20 A, 125V AC, with black nylon faceplate.
			1.	Receptacles: Comply with NEMA WD 1, NEMA WD 6, FS W-C-596, and UL 498. Duplex type, Configuration 5 20R.
		D.	Epoxy resin sinks are drop-in style, non-glaring black, and specially modified epoxy resins, molded in one solid piece or optimum physical and chemical resistance. Inside corners are coved and the bottom is dished to the outlet. Outlets are polypropylene with 1 1/2 inch (38 mm) NPS threads.