SECTION 10 22 26
OPERABLE PARTITIONS
Copyright 2003 - 2003 ARCAT, Inc. - All rights reserved
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Panelfold; accordion folding and operable panel partitions.
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This section is based on the products of Panelfold, Inc., which is located at:
PO Box 680130
Miami, FL 33168
Tel: (305) 894-2227
Fax: (305) 688-0185
www.panelfold.com
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Panelfold has long been recognized as a leader in the folding door, accordion folding partition, and operable and relocatable wall industry. Panelfold partitions are designed to offer total flexibility for space planning and acoustical performance in commercial, institutional, and residential interiors.
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This section covers part of Panelfold's line, the accordion folding partitions -- Sonicwal, Scale, and Fabricwal -- and the operable panel partitions -- Moduflex Series 400, 600, and 800. Moduflex partitions feature Sheer Look(r) panel edges without trim to minimize vertical panel joints.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete items below not required for project.
A.
Accordion folding partitions.
B.
Operable panel partitions.
Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required.
A.
Section 03 30 00 - Cast-in-Place Concrete: Partition support members.
B.
Section 05 12 00 - Structural Steel Framing: Partition support members.
C.
Section 06 10 00 - Rough Carpentry: Partition support members.
D.
Section 08 71 00 - Door Hardware: Cylinder locks keyed to building keying system.
E.
Section 09 21 16 - Gypsum Board Assemblies: Acoustical closure above suspended ceilings.
F.
Section 26 05 00 - Common Work Results for Electrical: Electrical power supply to operators.
Delete references from the list below that are not actually required by the text of the edited section.
A.
ASTM C 423 - Standard Test Method for Sound Absorption and Sound Absorption Coefficients by the Reverberation Room Method.
B.
ASTM E 84 - Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials.
C.
ASTM E 90 - Standard Test Method for Laboratory Measurement of Airborne Sound Transmission Loss of Building Partitions and Elements.
D.
ASTM E 413 - Classification for Rating Sound Insulation.
E.
ASTM E 557 - Standard Practice for The Installation of Operable Partitions.
F.
FS CCC-W-408 - Wall Covering, Vinyl-Coated; Revision D.
A.
Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00.
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 instructions.
C.
Shop Drawings: Show layout, elevations, supports and anchorage, conditions at jambs and intersections with permanent walls, hardware, joints, and connections.
Delete the following paragraph if all partitions are manually operated.
1.
Operators: Show location of operator, controls, and wiring diagrams.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete selection samples if colors have already been selected.
D.
Selection Samples: For each partition finish specified, two complete sets of color chips representing manufacturer's full range of available colors and patterns.
E.
Verification Samples: For each partition finish specified, two samples, minimum size 6 inches (150 mm) square, representing actual product, color, and patterns.
F.
Test Reports: Certified test reports showing compliance with specified performance criteria.
G.
Certification: Signed by manufacturer certifying that products installed comply with Contract Documents.
H.
Operation and Maintenance Data: Include methods of operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining the specific partitions installed, with recommended methods of cleaning, especially finishes.
A.
Field Measurements: Verify actual measurements of openings by field measurement prior to fabrication; show measurements on shop drawings.
B.
STC Ratings: Calculate STC in accordance with ASTM E 413 based on ASTM E 90 test on fully assembled partition of minimum size indicated:
1.
Single Wall Accordion Partitions: 83 inches (2108 mm) high by 68 inches (1727 mm) wide.
2.
Double Wall Accordion Partitions: 168 inches (4267 mm) high by 108 inches (2743 mm) wide.
3.
Operable Panel Partitions: 168 inches (4267 mm) high by 111 inches (2819 mm) wide.
C.
NRC Ratings: Substantiate by tests made in accordance with ASTM C 423.
D.
Installer Qualifications: Experienced in performing work of the type specified.
1.6
DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A.
Deliver, handle and store products in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations.
B.
Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation.
C.
Protect from exposure to harmful weather conditions, at temperature and humidity conditions recommended by manufacturer.
A.
Provide manufacturer's standard 1 year warranty.
A.
Acceptable Manufacturer: Panelfold, Inc., which is located at: 10700 N.W. 36th Ave. P. O. Box 680130 ; Miami, FL 33168-0130; Tel: 305-894-2227; Fax: 305-688-0185; Email: request info (sales@panelfold.com); Web: www.panelfold.com
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs; coordinate with requirements of Division 1 section on product options and substitutions.
B.
Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01 60 00.
C.
Obtain all partitions from a single manufacturer.
2.2
ACCORDION FOLDING PARTITIONS
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following partition is Sonicwal, which has a maximum height of 18 feet (5486 mm) and maximum single partition width ranging from 32 feet (9754 mm) for the 6 inch (152 mm) panels to 66 feet (20.1 m) for the 12 inch (305 mm) panels.
A.
Accordion Folding Partitions: Double wall rigid panels joined with continuous vinyl hinges and bolted to 16 gage (1.5 mm) steel brackets and suspended from steel yoke hinged at brackets; hanging weight not more than 7.5 psf (35.6 kg/sq m); Panelfold Sonicwal.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete two of the following three paragraphs.
1.
Panel Width: 6 inches (152 mm), with nominal stack depth of 2-1/4 inches per foot (187 mm/m) of opening, not counting ends.
2.
Panel Width: 8 inches (203 mm), with nominal stack depth of 1-5/8 inches per foot (135 mm/m) of opening, not counting ends.
3.
Panel Width: 12 inches (305 mm), with nominal stack depth of 1-1/8 inches per foot (94 mm/m) of opening, not counting ends.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. Sonicwal can be up to 18 feet (5486 mm) high.
4.
Height: As indicated on drawings.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The 6 inch (152 mm) and 8 inch (203 mm) wide panels are available in STC of 42 or 44. The 12 inch (305 mm) wide panels are available in STC of 45 or 50.
7.
STC Rating: 42; NRC Rating: 0.7
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following NRC rating is highly dependent on the panel finish; verify with manufacturer. Delete if not required.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following paragraph is optional; delete if not required.
11.
Fire Retardancy: In addition to specified surface burning characteristics of finish material, provide panel core having maximum flame spread index of 20, fuel contributed index of 15, and smoke developed index of 15, when tested in accordance with ASTM E 84.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
13.
Operation: Manufacturer's standard electric motor, with controls.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following partition is Fabricwal, which has a maximum height of 13 feet 1 inch (3988 mm) and maximum single partition width of 30 feet 4 inches (9246 mm).
B.
Accordion Folding Partitions: Double wall soft covered framework of 16 gage (1.5 mm) steel pantograph hinge plates welded to 3/16 inch (5 mm) diameter steel rods; covers steel leaf fastened to frame and connected with invisible fasteners; hanging weight not more than 5.5 psf (27 kg/sq m); Panelfold Fabricwal.
1.
Stack Depth: Nominal 2 inches per foot (167 mm/m) of opening, not counting ends.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. Fabricwal can be up to 13 feet 1 inch (3988 mm) high.
2.
Height: As indicated on drawings.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete two of the following three paragraphs. Non-acoustical partitions are considerably lighter than the maximum hanging weight specified above.
6.
STC Rating: Not required.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
8.
Operation: Manufacturer's standard electric motor, with controls.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete two of the following three paragraphs. Details of finishes are specified below.
9.
Covers: Vinyl wall covering.
10.
Covers: Wall carpeting.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following partition is "Scale", which has a maximum height of 18 feet (5486 mm) and maximum single partition width of 34 feet 8 inches (10.5 m) for the 8 inch (203 mm) panels and 50 feet 10 inches (15.5 m) for the 12 inch (305 mm) panels.
C.
Accordion Folding Partitions: Single wall "serpentine configured" rigid panels joined with continuous vinyl hinges; Panelfold Scale.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
1.
Panel Width: 8 inches (203 mm); nominal stack depth of 1 inch per foot (82 mm/m) of opening, not counting ends.
2.
Panel Width: 12 inches (305 mm); nominal stack depth of 11/16 inch per foot (56 mm/m) of opening, not counting ends.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. Scale can be up to 18 feet (5486 mm) high.
3.
Height: As indicated on drawings.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete two of the following three paragraphs. 8 inch (203 mm) panels are STC 25, 12 inch (305 mm) panels are STC 30.
5.
STC Rating: 25 (for 8 inch (203 mm) panels).
6.
STC Rating: 30 (for 12 inch (305 mm) panels).
7.
STC Rating: Not required.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
9.
Operation: Manufacturer's standard electric motor, with controls.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following paragraph if only soft covered partitions are specified.
D.
Rigid Panels: Laminated engineered wood core, bonded with water resistant plastic glue.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following finishes. Details of finishes are specified below.
1.
Finish: Vinyl wall covering.
2.
Finish: Wall carpeting.
4.
Finish: Wood veneer, unfinished.
5.
Finish: Wood veneer, clear lacquer finished.
6.
Finish: Wood veneer, ______ finish.
7.
Finish: High pressure plastic laminate.
8.
Finish: Customer's own material, subject to approval by manufacturer.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following paragraph if only Fabricwal soft covered partitions are specified.
E.
Connector Hinges: Heavy duty dual wall flame resistant extruded vinyl, Panelfold Memory Action, allowing panels to extend and stack uniformly, smoothly, and quietly; securely locked to and protecting panel edges; color as selected from manufacturer's full line.
F.
Sound Seals: Multifingered extruded vinyl sweep seals.
1.
Double Wall Partitions: Field adjustable seals at top and bottom on both sides; end and meeting post seals.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following paragraph if single wall partitions are not to be acoustical.
2.
Single Wall Partitions: Seals at top and bottom of panels; track closure seal; end and meeting post seals.
G.
Suspension System: Extruded aluminum track, ceiling guard trim, and ball bearing wheeled trolleys; provide curved track and switches as required to suit layout.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
1.
Mounting: Bottom of track and trim flush with face of ceiling.
2.
Mounting: Surface mounted.
3.
Trolleys for Double Wall Operable Panels: Four wheels at each volute, 6 wheels at each end post.
4.
Trolleys for Single Wall Operable Panels: Two wheels on every other panel, four wheels at each end post.
5.
Trolleys for Soft Covered Partitions: Two wheels at every other volute, four wheels at each end post.
H.
End Posts and Meeting Posts: Finished to match partition, with deep nesting extruded aluminum nose with 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) diameter holes to release trapped air; and jamb moldings.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Fabricwal is available only with natural anodized nose finish; delete electrostatic painted bronze if Fabricwal is specified. Both Sonicwal and Scale are available in either finish. Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
1.
Nose Finish: Natural anodized.
2.
Nose Finish: Electrostatic painted, bronze.
I.
Locking and Latching Hardware: Pull handles both sides and automatic latches.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following locking schemes. Delete all if locking is not required.
1.
Locking: Privacy lock one side.
2.
Locking: Cylinder lock one side.
3.
Locking: Cylinder lock one side, privacy lock other side.
4.
Locking: Cylinder lock both sides.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one or both of the following two paragraphs.
5.
Cylinders: Manufacturer's standard.
6.
Cylinders: Specified in Section 08 71 00, masterkeyed to building keying system, furnished by others, installed by partition manufacturer.
2.3
OPERABLE PANEL PARTITIONS
To summarize features of the panel series:
Series 400 -- up to 14 feet (4267 mm) high, STC ratings from 38 to 50.
Series 600 -- up to 24 feet (7315 mm), STC ratings from 45 to 50.
Series 800 -- up to 44 feet(13.4 m), STC ratings from 47 to 55.
800GWE (gym divider) -- up to 44 feet(13.4 m) STC rating 33.
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To summarize the partition types:
Multidirectional individual panels (x10MD) - up to 16 feet (4877 mm).
Pre-programmed individual panels (x10PP) - up to 44 feet(13.4 m).
Paired panels (x20) - up to 16 feet (4877 mm).
Motor operated continuous hinged (x40) - up to 26 feet (7925 mm).
A.
Partitions: Operable panel partitions, top supported with track, suspension carriers, and accessories; dimensions and layout as indicated on drawings.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following style descriptions. 600 and 800 Series are available in all styles. 400 Series is available in the first three styles, manually operated only.
1.
Style: Individual panels, manually operated, that can be moved into any position on tracks (suffix MD, multidirectional).
2.
Style: Individual panels, manually operated, that move only into preprogrammed positions on tracks (suffix PP).
3.
Style: Pairs of panels hinged together, manually operated, center stacking (series x20).
4.
Style: Motor operated, continuously hinged panels (series x40).
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following closure descriptions; edit to suit project conditions or refer to the drawings.
5.
Final Closure(s): Expandable panel(s).
6.
Final Closure(s): Jamb hinged single, bi-fold, or half panel(s)
7.
Final Closure(s): Jamb hinged communicating door panel.
8.
Final Closure(s): Offset jambs.
9.
Final Closure(s): Seal-thru pocket doors.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. See note above for height limitations.
10.
Height: As indicated on drawings.
12.
Acoustical Rating: STC as specified under panel construction, based on ASTM E 90 test on fully assembled partition 168 inches (4267 mm) high by 111 inches (2819 mm) wide.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following two paragraphs are optional and available only in Series 800 all-steel construction, manually operated only.
13.
Fire Rating: 1 hour fire resistance rated; UL listed.
14.
Pass Door in Fire Rated Partition: Provide automatic door closer, fire rated exit device with positive latching, and self-illuminated exit signs.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following panels are Series 800, all-steel with steel faces.
15.
Panels: 4 inch (102 mm) thick all-steel construction, with interlocking vertical edges and sound seals on all 4 edges; Panelfold Series 800.
a.
Frames: 14 gage (1.9 mm) thick, minimum; one-piece lengths without splices; top frame reinforced at trolley locations.
b.
Faces: Continuous 20 gage (0.9 mm) thick steel sheet invisibly welded to frame, without face trim on vertical edges; field spliced faces prohibited.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following five paragraphs.
c.
STC Rating: 47; 6.9 lb/sq ft (33.7 kg/sq m) hanging weight (mass), maximum.
d.
STC Rating: 49; 8.4 lb/sq ft (40.5 kg/sq m) hanging weight (mass), maximum.
e.
STC Rating: 50; NRC Rating: 0.8; 8.3 lb/sq ft (40.7 kg/sq m) hanging weight (mass), maximum.
f.
STC Rating: 53; 11.5 lb/sq ft (56.1 kg/sq m) hanging weight (mass), maximum.
g.
STC Rating: 55; 12 lb/sq ft (59 kg/sq m) hanging weight (mass), maximum.
h.
STC Rating: As indicated on drawings; 12 lb/sq ft (59 kg/sq m) hanging weight (mass), maximum.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following NRC rating is highly dependent on the panel finish and also requires perforated steel faces; verify with manufacturer. Delete if not required.
i.
Hinges: Manufacturer's standard butt hinges.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. Delete both if no motor operated partitions of this type.
j.
Bottom Seals for Continuously Hinged Panels: Clearance type, automatically actuated.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete two of the following three paragraphs. 5-1/2 inch (140 mm) height is available only on individual panels.
k.
Bottom Seals for Continuously Hinged Panels: Clearance type, automatically compensating and adjustable.
l.
Bottom Seal Height: 1-1/2 inches (38 mm).
m.
Bottom Seal Height: 2-1/2 inches (64 mm).
n.
Bottom Seal Height: 5-1/2 inches (140 mm).
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following finishes.
o.
Finish: Vinyl wall covering.
p.
Finish: Wall carpeting.
r.
Finish: Customer's own material, subject to approval by manufacturer.
s.
Finish: None; unsurfaced panel skins for field finishing by others.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following panels are Series 600, 4 inches (102 mm) thick with non-steel faces.
16.
Panels: 4 inch (102 mm) thick aluminum framed construction, with interlocking vertical edges and sound seals on all 4 edges; Panelfold Series 600.
a.
Frames: One-piece lengths without splices; top frame reinforced at trolley locations.
b.
Faces: Gypsum panel or medium density fiberboard (MDF) laminated to frame, without face trim on vertical edges; field spliced faces unacceptable.
c.
Width: 49 inches (1245 mm), nominal.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete two of the following three paragraphs.
d.
STC Rating: 45; 7.6 lb/sq ft (36.9 kg/sq m) hanging weight (mass), maximum.
e.
STC Rating: 50; 9.3 lb/sq ft (44.9 kg/sq m) hanging weight (mass), maximum.
f.
STC Rating: As indicated on drawings; 9.3 lb/sq ft (44.9 kg/sq m) hanging weight (mass), maximum.
g.
Hinges: Manufacturer's standard butt hinges.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. Delete both if no motor operated partitions of this type.
h.
Bottom Seals for Continuously Hinged Panels: Clearance type, automatically actuated.
i.
Bottom Seals for Continuously Hinged Panels: Continuous contact type.
j.
Bottom Seal Height: 1-1/2 inches (38 mm).
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following finishes.
k.
Finish: Vinyl wall covering.
l.
Finish: Wall carpeting.
n.
Finish: Wood veneer, unfinished.
o.
Finish: High pressure plastic laminate.
p.
Finish: Customer's own material, subject to approval by manufacturer.
q.
Finish: None; unsurfaced panel skins for field finishing by others.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following panels are Series 400, 3 inches (76 mm) thick with non-steel faces. Series 400 is not available in the continuously hinged style.
17.
Panels: 3 inch (76 mm) thick aluminum framed construction, with interlocking vertical edges and sound seals on all 4 edges; Panelfold Series 400.
a.
Frames: Top frame reinforced at trolley locations.
b.
Faces: Gypsum panel or medium density fiberboard (MDF) laminated to frame, without face trim on vertical edges.
c.
Width: 49 inches (1245 mm), nominal.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following four paragraphs.
d.
STC Rating: 42; 4.7 lb/sq ft (22.9 kg/sq m) hanging weight (mass), maximum.
e.
STC Rating: 44; 5.6 lb/sq ft (27.5 kg/sq m) hanging weight (mass), maximum.
f.
STC Rating: 47; 6.5 lb/sq ft (31.7 kg/sq m) hanging weight (mass), maximum.
g.
STC Rating: 50; 9.0 lb/sq ft (43.9 kg/sq m) hanging weight (mass), maximum.
h.
STC Rating: As indicated on drawings; 6.5 lb/sq ft (31.7 kg/sq m) hanging weight (mass), maximum.
i.
Hinges: Manufacturer's standard butt hinges.
j.
Bottom Seal Height: 1-1/2 inches (38 mm).
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following finishes.
k.
Finish: Vinyl wall covering.
l.
Finish: Wall carpeting.
n.
Finish: Wood veneer, unfinished.
o.
Finish: High pressure plastic laminate.
p.
Finish: Customer's own material, subject to approval by manufacturer.
q.
Finish: None; unsurfaced panel skins for field finishing by others.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following 2 inch (52 mm) thick panels are only for gym divider walls, Model 840GWE, continuously hinged, electrically operated, with automatic compensating bottom seals.
18.
Panels: 3 inch (76 mm) thick all-steel construction, with interlocking vertical edges and sound seals top and vertical edges; lightweight impact resistant honeycomb core; Panelfold 840GWE.
a.
Frames: 16 gage (1.6 mm) thick, minimum; one-piece lengths without splices; top frame reinforced at trolley locations.
b.
Faces: Continuous steel sheet invisibly welded to frame, without face trim on vertical edges.
c.
STC Rating: 33; 5.2 psf (25.6 kg/sq m) hanging weight (mass), maximum.
d.
Hinges: Manufacturer's standard butt hinges.
e.
Bottom Seal Height: 1-1/2 inches (38 mm).
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
f.
Bottom Seal Height: 2-1/2 inches (64 mm).
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. Wall carpeting is the most durable.
g.
Finish: Wall carpeting.
h.
Finish: Vinyl wall covering.
j.
Finish: Customer's own material, subject to approval by manufacturer.
k.
Finish: None; unsurfaced panel skins for field finishing by others.
19.
Sound Seals: Continuous extruded vinyl shapes.
a.
Vertical Edges: Deep nesting interlocking steel astragals housing continuous vinyl seals at outboard edges of panel faces in double row with acoustical labyrinth design; steel electrostatically painted bronze.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the types of seals not required.
b.
Top Seals for Individual Panels and Pairs: Continuous contact type.
c.
Top Seals for Individual Panels and Pairs: Clearance type, manually actuated.
d.
Top Seals for Individual Panels and Pairs: Clearance type, automatically actuated.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. Delete both if no motor operated partitions are specified. 800 Series is available only with continuous contact type seals.
e.
Top Seals for Continuously Hinged Panels: Continuous contact type.
f.
Top Seals for Continuously Hinged Panels: Clearance type, automatically actuated.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. Delete both if no individual panel partitions are specified.
g.
Bottom Seals for Individual Panels: Clearance type, automatically actuated.
h.
Bottom Seals for Individual Panels: Clearance type, manually actuated at waist height on panel edges.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. Delete both if no paired panels partitions are specified.
i.
Bottom Seals for Hinged Pairs: Clearance type, automatically actuated.
j.
Bottom Seals for Hinged Pairs: Clearance type, manually actuated at waist height on panel edges.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following paragraph if not applicable.
k.
Top and Bottom Seals for Stack Pocket Doors: Continuous contact type.
l.
Clearance Type Seals: Mechanism as necessary to produce sufficient downward pressure to ensure acoustical seal and resist panel movement.
20.
Suspension System: Complete with hanger brackets, adjustable steel hanger rods, switches, diverters, and corners as required to suit layout.
a.
Track Material: Aluminum or steel as required by manufacturer.
b.
Trolleys attached with adjustable steel pendant bolts with locks to prevent panel misalignment.
c.
Trolleys for Multidirectional Panels: Multidirectional carrier assemblies of nylon capped steel discs or dual rotating, ball bearing horizontal wheels; two per panel.
d.
Trolleys for Preprogrammed Panels: Preprogrammable carrier assemblies of radial-type steel wheels with steel ball bearings and nylon or carbon fiber fill tires; two per panel.
e.
Trolleys for Hinged Pairs: Carrier assemblies of radial-type steel wheels with steel ball bearings and nylon or carbon fiber fill tires; one per panel.
f.
Trolleys for Continuously Hinged Panels: Carrier assemblies of radial-type steel wheels with steel ball bearings and nylon or carbon fiber fill tires; one for every two panels.
21.
Stack Pocket Doors: Same construction and finish as panels; butt hinges.
22.
Pass Doors: Same construction and finish as panels.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
a.
Width: 36 inches (914 mm).
b.
Width: 32 inches (813 mm).
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
c.
Height: 80 inches (2032 mm).
d.
Height: 84 inches (2134 mm).
e.
Hardware: Butt hinges, positive latching, drop cup ring pulls; roller latches on double doors.
23.
Tack Boards: 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) thick cork surfaced with minimum 30 oz/sq yd (1 kg/sq m) vinyl coated fabric, with bronze painted trim.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete two of the following three paragraphs.
a.
Height: 48 inches (1220 mm), mounted 30 inches (760 mm) above floor.
b.
Height: Full height of panels.
d.
Color: As selected from manufacturer's standard selection.
e.
Provide where indicated on drawings.
24.
Chalkboards: Porcelain enameled steel made for the use of chalk; bronze painted trim.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete two of the following three paragraphs. Chalk boards may be up to 12 feet (3658 mm) high.
a.
Height: 48 inches (1220 mm), mounted 30 inches (760 mm) above floor.
b.
Height: Full height of panels.
d.
Color: As selected from manufacturer's standard selection.
e.
Provide where indicated on drawings.
25.
Marker Boards: Nonporous porcelain enameled steel made for the use of write-on, wipe-off marker pens; bronze painted trim.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete two of the following three paragraphs. Marker boards may be up to 12 feet (3658 mm) high.
a.
Height: 48 inches (1220 mm), mounted 30 inches (760 mm) above floor.
b.
Height: Full height of panels.
d.
Color: As selected from manufacturer's standard selection.
e.
Provide where indicated on drawings.
26.
Storage Tray: Bronze painted; for storing chalk, pens, and erasers; provide where indicated on drawings.
27.
Motor Operators: Provided by partition manufacturer to suit application, with following controls:
a.
Two spring-loaded, center-off key switches wired in series requiring two operators with clear view of both sides of opening during entire operating sequence.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following safety option is required in the State of New York. Delete if not required.
b.
SafetyFlex infrared fail safe system, preventing operation of partition when obstructed.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
1.
Grade: FS CCC-W-408 Type II, medium duty.
2.
Grade: FS CCC-W-408 Type I, light duty.
3.
Surface Burning Characteristics: Flame spread index 25 or less, smoke developed index 450 or less, when tested in accordance with ASTM E 84 (Class A).
4.
Color: As selected from partition manufacturer's standard selection.
B.
Wall Carpeting: Manufacturer's standard Ribtex Basic vertical rib, needle-punched carpeting with latex backing.
1.
Surface Burning Characteristics: Flame spread index 25 or less, smoke developed index 450 or less, when tested in accordance with ASTM E 84 (Class A).
2.
Color: As selected from partition manufacturer's standard selection.
C.
Fabric: Manufacturer's standard polyolefin Woventex fabric with acrylic backing.
1.
Surface Burning Characteristics: Flame spread index 25 or less, smoke developed index 450 or less, when tested in accordance with ASTM E 84 (Class A).
2.
Color: As selected from partition manufacturer's standard selection.
D.
Fabric: Maharam Tekwall with acrylic backing.
1.
Surface Burning Characteristics: Flame spread index 25 or less, smoke developed index 450 or less, when tested in accordance with ASTM E 84 (Class A).
2.
Color: As selected from partition manufacturer's standard selection.
E.
Wood Veneer: Genuine unfinished wood veneer.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following species; other species are available.
3.
Species: Natural birch.
4.
Species: American walnut.
5.
Species: As indicated on Finish Schedule.
F.
Plastic Laminate: High pressure, vertical grade; color and pattern as selected from partition manufacturer's standard selection.
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.
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.
A.
Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and ASTM E 557.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following paragraph if not required. Very large partition jobs probably need this provision.
B.
Provide the services of the manufacturer's field representative to advise on proper installation procedures and inspect the finished work.
C.
Install and adjust as required to achieve acoustical separation between adjacent areas.
D.
Adjust locking hardware for proper operation.
E.
Install operators and controls, make electrical connections and verify proper operation.
F.
Clean exposed surfaces after installation.
G.
Clean up work area and adjacent areas and dispose of debris legally off site.
A.
Demonstrate operation and instruct Owner's personnel in proper operation and maintenance procedures.
B.
Deliver keys and operation and maintenance data to Owner.
A.
Protect installed products until completion of project.
B.
Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.
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