SECTION 32 31 00

FENCES AND GATES - COMMERCIAL LOUVERED

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PART 1    GENERAL
1.1	SECTION INCLUDES
A.	Aluminum Fences and Gates; Commercial Louvered 
1.	Vertical Louvers (Achilles)
2.	Diagonal Louvers (Ajax)
3.	Horizontal Louvers (Atlas) (Asia) (Aria)
4.	Aluminum Posts and Aluminum Infill (Mercury)
5.	Aluminum Posts and Vinyl Plank (Mercury)
6.	Aluminum Posts and Composite Infill (Mercury)
7.	Alternating Horizontal Louvers (Palisade)
8.	Alternating Vertical Louvers (Palisade)
1.2	RELATED SECTIONS
A.	Section 02 20 00 - Assessment.
B.	Section 32 31 23 - Plastic Fences and Gates.
C.	Section 03 30 00 - Cast-in-Place Concrete.
D.	Section 05 50 00 - Metal Fabrications.
E.	Section 05 73 16 - Wire Rope Decorative Metal Railings Aluminum Railings and Balustrades.
F.	Section 06 10 00 - Rough Carpentry.
G.	Section 06 63 00 - Plastic Railings.
1.3	REFERENCES
A.	ASTM International (ASTM):
1.	ASTM B117 - Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray Apparatus.
2.	ASTM B209 - Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate.
3.	ASTM B211 - Alloy 6063 - Temper T6. Sheet Aluminum.
4.	ASTM B221 - Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles and Tubes. 6063 - Temper T-6 extruded Aluminum.
5.	ASTM C177: Standard Test Method for Steady-State Heat Flux Measurements and Thermal Transmission Properties by Means of the Guarded-Hot-Plate Apparatus
6.	ASTM D256 - Standard Test Methods for Determining the Izod Pendulum Impact Resistance of Plastics.
7.	ASTM D570: Water Absorption of Plastics
8.	ASTM D638 - Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics.
9.	ASTM D648 - Standard Test Method for Deflection Temperature of Plastics Under Flexural Load in the Edgewise Position.
10.	ASTM D792 - Standard Test Methods for Density and Specific Gravity (Relative Density) of Plastics by Displacement.
11.	ASTM D790 - Standard Test Methods for Flexural Properties of Unreinforced and Reinforced Plastics and Electrical Insulating Materials.
12.	ASTM D822 - Standard Practice for Filtered Open- Flame Carbon-Arc Exposures of Paint and Related Coatings.
13.	ASTM D2794 - Standard Test Method for Resistance of Organic Coatings to the Effects of Rapid Deformation.
14.	ASTM D3363 - Standard Test Method for Film Hardness by Pencil Test.
15.	ASTM D7032 - Standard Specification for Establishing Performance Ratings
16.	ASTM D1413: Test method for Wood Preservatives by Laboratory Soil block 
17.	ASTM D1761: Mechanical Fasteners in Wood
18.	ASTM E8401: Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials
19.	ASTM F964 - Standard Specification for Rigid Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Exterior Profiles Used for Fencing.
B.	American Welding Society (AWS)
1.	AWS D1.2 - Structural Welding Code.
1.4	SUBMITTALS
A.	Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00.
B.	Product Data:
1.	Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used.
2.	Preparation instructions and recommendations.
3.	Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
4.	Typical installation methods.
C.	Verification Samples: Two representative units of each type, size, pattern, and color.
D.	Shop Drawings: Include details of materials, construction, and finish. Include relationship with adjacent construction.
1.5	QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.	Manufacturer Qualifications: Company specializing in manufacturing products specified in this section with a minimum of five years documented experience.
B.	Installer Qualifications: Company specializing in performing Work of this section with minimum two years documented experience with projects of similar scope and complexity.
C.	Source Limitations: Provide each type of product from a single manufacturing source to ensure uniformity.
D.	Mock-Up: Construct a mock-up with actual materials in sufficient time for Architect's review and to not delay construction progress. Locate mock-up as acceptable to Architect and provide temporary foundations and support.
1.	The intent of mock-up is to demonstrate quality of workmanship and visual appearance.
2.	If mock-up is not acceptable, rebuild mock-up until satisfactory results are achieved.
3.	Retain mock-up during construction as a standard for comparison with completed work.
4.	Do not alter or remove mock-up until work is completed or removal is authorized.
1.6	PRE-INSTALLATION CONFERENCE
A.	Convene a conference approximately two weeks before scheduled commencement of the Work. Attendees shall include Architect, Contractor and trades involved. Agenda shall include schedule, responsibilities, critical path items and approvals.
1.7	DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A.	Store and handle in strict compliance with manufacturer's written instructions and recommendations.
B.	Protect from damage due to weather, excessive temperature, and construction operations.
1.8	PROJECT CONDITIONS
A.	Maintain environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, and ventilation) within limits recommended by manufacturer for optimum results. Do not install products under environmental conditions outside manufacturer's recommended limits.
1.9	WARRANTY
A.	Manufacturer's standard limited warranty unless indicated otherwise.
PART 2    PRODUCTS
2.1	MANUFACTURERS
A.	Acceptable Manufacturer: PalmSHIELD , which is located at:<BR />300 E. Locust<BR />Carter Lake, IA 51510<BR />Tel: 531-329-4406<BR />Email: request info (info@palmshieldlouvers.com);Web: https://palmshieldlouvers.com 
B.	Substitutions: Not permitted.
C.	Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with the provisions of Section 01 60 00 - Product Requirements.
2.2	ALUMINUM FENCES AND GATES; COMMERCIAL LOUVERESD
A.	Basis of Design: Achilles Vertical Louvers as manufactured by PalmSHIELD. Fixed louver modular fencing panels fabricated with extruded aluminum louvers and flat aluminum bars including extruded aluminum fence posts and aluminum louver gates. Furnished and installed as shown on the Drawings and as specified.
1.	Standards Compliance:
a.	ASTM B209 - Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate.
b.	ASTM B117 - Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray Apparatus.
c.	ASTM B221 - Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles and Tubes. 6063 - Temper T-6 extruded Aluminum.
d.	ASTM D3363 - Standard Test Method for Film Hardness by Pencil Test.
e.	ASTM D2794 - Standard Test Method for Resistance of Organic Coatings to the Effects of Rapid Deformation.
f.	ASTM D822 - Standard Practice for Filtered Open- Flame Carbon-Arc Exposures of Paint and Related Coatings.
g.	AWS D1.2 - Structural Welding Code.
h.	ASTM B211, Alloy 6063 - Temper T6. Sheet Aluminum.
2.	Material: Aluminum.
3.	Louvers:
a.	Dimensions: 1-3/4 x 1-3/4 inch (44 x 44 mm) angle.
b.	Installed Profile: 1-1/4 inches (32 mm).
c.	Spacing: 1-3/16 inches (30 mm) on center.
d.	Visibility: 100 percent visual screening from any vantage point.
e.	Openness: 33 percent.
4.	Panel Width Range: 48 to 60 inches (1219 to 1524 mm). 
a.	Not to exceed 72 inches (1829 mm).
5.	Panel Height Range: Up to 144 inches (3658 mm).
6.	Louver Panels:
a.	Width: ___ inches (___ mm).
b.	Width: As detailed on the Drawings.
c.	Height: ___ inches (___ mm).
d.	Height: As detailed on the Drawings.
e.	Louver Fencing System: Vertical, fixed louver, modular fence panels fabricated with extruded aluminum framing bars and supported by extruded aluminum fence posts.
f.	Extended Flange: Allows a minimum of 1/8 inch (3 mm) overlap of louvers for 100 percent direct visual screening.
g.	Fixed Louver Angles: 1-3/4 x 1-3/4 x 1/8 inch (44 x 44 x 3 mm) thick angle.
h.	Louver Framework: To be solid welded and mitered.
1)	Vertical Supports: 3 x 3 x 1/4 inch (76 x 76 x 6 mm) angle.
2)	Top Cap: 3 x 3 x 1/4 inch (76 x 76 x 6 mm) angle.
3)	Bottom Cap: 3 x 3 x 1/4 inch (76 x 76 x 6 mm) angle.
4)	Intermediate Supports: Not required.
5)	Structure: PalmSHIELD exclusive fully framed. (What does this mean)
7.	Fence Posts: 4 x 4 x 1/4 inch (102 x 102 x 1/4 mm) minimum extruded tubular aluminum sections with solid aluminum caps.
a.	Length: As specified on the Drawings.
b.	On Center Post Spacing: As specified by Manufacturer.
c.	Posts to be plated with 10 x 10 x 3/4 inch (254 x 254 x 19 mm) aluminum plates with four 3/4 inch (19 mm) holes for anchors.
8.	Fittings and Accessories: Stainless steel.
a.	Fittings Size: As determined by the fence Manufacturer.
b.	Fence Panels: Attach to posts with 1/4 x 1 inch (6 x 25 mm) stainless steel screws.
1)	Panels and Posts: Predrilled to support level installation.
9.	Anchor Bolts: Adequate to support loads based on screening height, exposures, and loading.
10.	Gates: Swing to exterior of enclosure.
a.	Size: As detailed on the Drawings.
b.	Louver Spacing, Style and Appearance: Identical to fence panels.
c.	Gate Hinges: Gorilla Barrel Hinge; 3/4 inch (19 mm) rod, ball bearings, and grease zert.
1)	Hinge Plate: 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) thick plates offset to create a 5/8 inch (16 mm) gap.
2)	Hardware: As required by the gate Manufacturer for complete functional operation.
3)	Hinge Mounting: Bolted to gate frame. Field welded to steel gate posts.
a)	Provide three hinges per leaf.
d.	Gate Latch: Internal lock with exterior grab handles.
1)	Lock: Accessible from both sides of gate.
2)	Lock may be keyed and rekeyed.
e.	Welded Frame:
1)	Size and Configuration: As detailed on the Drawings.
2)	Extruded aluminum tubing with aluminum fixed louver panels to match fencing.
f.	Drop Rods: 1 inch (25 mm) schedule 40 pipe. Through bolted to gate frame.
g.	Hardware: Size and type as determined by the Manufacturer.
1)	On Each Door:
a)	1 inch (25 mm) diameter center cane bolt assembly and strike.
b)	Lockable latch assembly.
h.	Gate Posts: As determined by the Manufacture. 
B.	Basis of Design: AJAX Diagonal Louvers as manufactured by PalmSHIELD. Fixed louver modular fencing panels fabricated with extruded aluminum louvers and flat aluminum bars including extruded aluminum fence posts and aluminum louver gates. Furnished and installed as shown on the Drawings and as specified.
1.	Standards Compliance:
a.	ASTM B209 - Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate.
b.	ASTM B117 - Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray Apparatus.
c.	ASTM B221 - Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles and Tubes. 6063 - Temper T-6 extruded Aluminum.
d.	ASTM D3363 - Standard Test Method for Film Hardness by Pencil Test.
e.	ASTM D2794 - Standard Test Method for Resistance of Organic Coatings to the Effects of Rapid Deformation.
f.	ASTM D822 - Standard Practice for Filtered Open- Flame Carbon-Arc Exposures of Paint and Related Coatings.
g.	AWS D1.2 - Structural Welding Code.
h.	ASTM B211, Alloy 6063 - Temper T6. Sheet Aluminum.
2.	Material: Aluminum.
3.	Louver Dimensions: 2 x 1 x 1/8 inch (51 x 25 x 3 mm) thick rectangular tube louver with an approximate 1-1/2 inch (38 mm) air space between on a 45 degree angle.
a.	Installed Louver Profile: 2 x 1 inch (51 x 25 mm).
b.	Visibility: 50 percent direct visual screening.
4.	Fixed Louver Bars: 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick louver.
a.	Installed profile of 2 x 2.873 inch (51 x 73 mm) tall on a 45 degree angle.
b.	Visibility: 50 percent direct visual screening.
5.	Panel Width Range: 48 to 60 inches (1219 to 1524 mm). 
a.	Not to exceed 72 inches (1829 mm).
6.	Panel Height Range: Up to 144 inches (3658 mm).
7.	Louver Panels:
a.	Width: ___ inches (___ mm).
b.	Width: As detailed on the Drawings.
c.	Height: ___ inches (___ mm).
d.	Height: As detailed on the Drawings.
e.	Louver Fencing System: Diagonal, fixed louver, modular fence panels fabricated with extruded aluminum framing bars and supported by extruded aluminum fence posts.
f.	Extended Flange: Allows a minimum of 1/8 inch (3 mm) overlap of louvers for 100 percent direct visual screening.
g.	Fixed Diagonal Louver Tubes: 2 x 1 x 1/8 inch (51 x 25 x 3 mm) thick rectangular tube louver with an approximate 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) air space between on a 45 degree angle.
h.	Fixed Louver Bars: 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick louver with an installed profile of 2 x 2.873 inch (51 x 73 mm) tall on a 45 degree angle.
i.	Louver Framework: To be solid welded and mitered.
1)	Vertical Supports: 3 x 3 x 1/4 inch (76 x 76 x 6 mm) angle.
2)	Top Cap: 3 x 3 x 1/4 inch (76 x 76 x 6 mm) angle.
3)	Bottom Cap: 3 x 3 x 1/4 inch (76 x 76 x 6 mm) angle.
4)	Intermediate Supports: Not required.
5)	Structure: PalmSHIELD exclusive fully framed. (What does this mean)
8.	Fence Posts: 4 x 4 x 1/4 inch (102 x 102 x 1/4 mm) minimum extruded tubular aluminum sections with solid aluminum caps.
a.	Length: As specified on the Drawings.
b.	On Center Post Spacing: As specified by Manufacturer.
c.	Posts to be plated with 10 x 10 x 3/4 inch (254 x 254 x 19 mm) aluminum plates with four 3/4 inch (19 mm) holes for anchors.
9.	Fittings and Accessories: Stainless steel.
a.	Fittings Size: As determined by the fence Manufacturer.
b.	Fence Panels: Attach to posts with 1/4 x 1 inch (6 x 25 mm) stainless steel screws.
1)	Panels and Posts: Predrilled to support level installation.
10.	Anchor Bolts: Adequate to support loads based on screening height, exposures, and loading.
11.	Gates: Swing to exterior of enclosure.
a.	Size: As detailed on the Drawings.
b.	Louver Spacing, Style and Appearance: Identical to fence panels.
c.	Gate Hinges: Gorilla Barrel Hinge; 3/4 inch (19 mm) rod, ball bearings, and grease zert.
1)	Hinge Plate: 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) thick plates offset to create a 5/8 inch (16 mm) gap.
2)	Hardware: As required by the gate Manufacturer for complete functional operation.
3)	Hinge Mounting: Bolted to gate frame. Field welded to steel gate posts.
a)	Provide three hinges per leaf.
d.	Gate Latch: Internal lock with exterior grab handles.
1)	Lock: Accessible from both sides of gate.
2)	Lock may be keyed and rekeyed.
e.	Welded Frame:
1)	Size and Configuration: As detailed on the Drawings.
2)	Extruded aluminum tubing with aluminum fixed louver panels to match fencing.
f.	Drop Rods: 1 inch (25 mm) schedule 40 pipe. Through bolted to gate frame.
g.	Hardware: Size and type as determined by the Manufacturer.
1)	On Each Door:
a)	1 inch (25 mm) diameter center cane bolt assembly and strike.
b)	Lockable latch assembly.
h.	Gate Posts: As determined by the Manufacture.
12.	Factory Finish: Aluminum fence panels, posts and gates shall receive polyester powder coating.
a.	Polyester Powder Coating: Electrostatically applied colored polyester powder coating heat cured to chemically bond finish to metal substrate.
b.	Color: As selected by Owner.
c.	Minimum Hardness Measured in Accordance with ASTM D3363: 2H.
d.	Direct Impact Resistance Tested in Accordance with ASTM D2794: Withstand 160 inch-lbs.
e.	Salt Spray Resistance Tested in Accordance with ASTM B117: No undercutting, rusting, or blistering after 500 hours in 5 percent salt spray at 95 degrees F (35 degrees C) and 95 percent relative humidity after 1,000 hours: Less than 3/16 inches (4.8 mm) undercutting.
1)	Weatherability Tested in Accordance with ASTM D822: No film failure and 88 percent gloss retention after 1 year exposure in South Florida with test panels tilted 45 degrees.
C.	Basis of Design: ATLAS Horizontal Louvers as manufactured by PalmSHIELD. Fixed louver modular fencing panels fabricated with extruded aluminum louvers and flat aluminum bars including extruded aluminum fence posts and aluminum louver gates. Furnished and installed as shown on the Drawings and as specified.
1.	Standards Compliance:
a.	ASTM B209 - Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate.
b.	ASTM B117 - Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray Apparatus.
c.	ASTM B221 - Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles and Tubes. 6063 - Temper T-6 extruded Aluminum.
d.	ASTM D3363 - Standard Test Method for Film Hardness by Pencil Test.
e.	ASTM D2794 - Standard Test Method for Resistance of Organic Coatings to the Effects of Rapid Deformation.
f.	ASTM D822 - Standard Practice for Filtered Open- Flame Carbon-Arc Exposures of Paint and Related Coatings.
g.	AWS D1.2 - Structural Welding Code.
h.	ASTM B211, Alloy 6063 - Temper T6. Sheet Aluminum.
2.	Material: Aluminum.
3.	Fixed Louver Bars: 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick louver.
a.	Installed profile of 2 x 2.873 inch (51 x 73 mm) tall on a 45 degree angle.
b.	Visibility: 50 percent direct visual screening.
4.	Panel Width Range: 48 to 60 inches (1219 to 1524 mm).
5.	Panel Height Range: Up to 144 inches (3658 mm).
6.	Louver Panels:
a.	Width: ___ inches (___ mm).
b.	Width: As detailed on the Drawings.
c.	Height: ___ inches (___ mm).
d.	Height: As detailed on the Drawings.
e.	Louver Fencing System: Horizontal, fixed louver, modular fence panels fabricated with extruded aluminum framing bars and supported by extruded aluminum fence posts.
f.	Extended Flange: Allows a minimum of 1/8 inch (3 mm) overlap of louvers for 100 percent direct visual screening.
7.	Fixed Louver Bars: 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick louver.
a.	Installed profile of 2 x 2.873 inch (51 x 73 mm) tall on a 45 degree angle.
b.	Louver Framework: To be solid welded and mitered.
1)	Vertical Supports: 3 x 3 x 1/4 inch (76 x 76 x 6 mm) angle.
2)	Top Cap: 3 x 3 x 1/4 inch (76 x 76 x 6 mm) angle.
3)	Bottom Cap: 3 x 3 x 1/4 inch (76 x 76 x 6 mm) angle.
c.	Cross Bar: 2 x 1/8 inch (51 x 3 mm) aluminum flat bar.
8.	Fence Posts: 4 x 4 x 1/4 inch (102 x 102 x 1/4 mm) minimum extruded tubular aluminum sections with solid aluminum caps.
a.	Length: As specified on the Drawings.
b.	On Center Post Spacing: As specified by Manufacturer.
c.	Posts to be plated with 10 x 10 x 3/4 inch (254 x 254 x 19 mm) aluminum plates with four 3/4 inch (19 mm) holes for anchors.
9.	Fittings and Accessories: Stainless steel.
a.	Fittings Size: As determined by the fence Manufacturer.
b.	Fence Panels: Attach to posts with 1/4 x 1 inch (6 x 25 mm) stainless steel screws.
1)	Panels and Posts: Predrilled to support level installation.
10.	Anchor Bolts: Adequate to support loads based on screening height, exposures, and loading.
11.	Gates: Swing to exterior of enclosure.
a.	Size: As detailed on the Drawings.
b.	Louver Spacing, Style and Appearance: Identical to fence panels.
c.	Gate Hinges: Gorilla Barrel Hinge; 3/4 inch (19 mm) rod, ball bearings, and grease zert.
1)	Hinge Plate: 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) thick plates offset to create a 5/8 inch (16 mm) gap.
2)	Hardware: As required by the gate Manufacturer for complete functional operation.
3)	Hinge Mounting: Bolted to gate frame. Field welded to steel gate posts.
a)	Provide three hinges per leaf.
d.	Gate Latch: Internal lock with exterior grab handles.
1)	Lock: Accessible from both sides of gate.
2)	Lock may be keyed and rekeyed.
e.	Welded Frame:
1)	Size and Configuration: As detailed on the Drawings.
2)	Extruded aluminum tubing with aluminum fixed louver panels to match fencing.
f.	Drop Rods: On each door.
a)	1 inch (25 mm) diameter center cane bolt assembly and strike.
b)	Lockable latch assembly.
g.	Gate Posts: As determined by the Manufacture.
12.	Factory Finish: Aluminum fence panels, posts and gates receive polyester powder coating.
a.	Polyester Powder Coating: Electrostatically applied colored polyester powder coating heat cured to chemically bond finish to metal substrate.
b.	Color: As selected by Owner.
c.	Minimum Hardness Measured in Accordance with ASTM D3363: 2H.
d.	Direct Impact Resistance Tested in Accordance with ASTM D2794: Withstand 160 inch-lbs.
e.	Salt Spray Resistance Tested in Accordance with ASTM B117: No undercutting, rusting, or blistering after 500 hours in 5 percent salt spray at 95 degrees F (35 degrees C) and 95 percent relative humidity after 1,000 hours: Less than 3/16 inches (4.8 mm) undercutting.
1)	Weatherability Tested in Accordance with ASTM D822: No film failure and 88 percent gloss retention after 1 year exposure in South Florida with test panels tilted 45 degrees.
D.	Basis of Design: ASIA Commercial Horizontal Louvers as manufactured by PalmSHIELD. Fixed louver modular fencing panels fabricated with extruded aluminum louvers and flat aluminum bars including extruded aluminum fence posts and aluminum louver gates. Furnished and installed as shown on the plans and specified herein.
1.	Standards Compliance:
a.	ASTM B209 - Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate.
b.	ASTM B117 - Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray Apparatus.
c.	ASTM B221 - Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles and Tubes. 6063 - Temper T-6 extruded Aluminum.
d.	ASTM D3363 - Standard Test Method for Film Hardness by Pencil Test.
e.	ASTM D2794 - Standard Test Method for Resistance of Organic Coatings to the Effects of Rapid Deformation.
f.	ASTM D822 - Standard Practice for Filtered Open- Flame Carbon-Arc Exposures of Paint and Related Coatings.
g.	AWS D1.2 - Structural Welding Code.
h.	ASTM B211, Alloy 6063 - Temper T6. Sheet Aluminum.
2.	Material: Aluminum.
3.	Louver Dimensions: 1/8 x 3 inch (3 x 76 mm).
a.	Installed profile of 2 x 2.873 inch (51 x 73 mm).
b.	Louver Spacing: 2.65 inches (67 mm) on centers.
c.	Visibility: 100 percent direct visual screening.
d.	Openness: 64 percent.
e.	eights are available. Contact manufacturer for details.
4.	Panel Width Range: 48 to 60 inches (1219 to 1524 mm). 
5.	Panel Height Range: Up to 144 inches (3658 mm).
6.	Louver Panels:
a.	Width: ___ inches (___ mm).
b.	Width: As detailed on the Drawings.
c.	Height: ___ inches (___ mm).
d.	Height: As detailed on the Drawings.
e.	Louver Fencing System: Horizontal, fixed louver, modular fence panels fabricated with extruded aluminum framing bars and supported by extruded aluminum fence posts.
f.	Vertical Supports: 2-1/4 x 7/8 x 1/8 inch (57 x 22 x 3 mm) aluminum channel.
g.	Top Cap: 3 x 3 x 1/4 inch (76 x 76 x 6 mm) angle.
h.	Intermediate Supports: 1/8 x 3/4 inches (3 X 19 mm) aluminum flat bar. Not to exceed 24 inches (610 mm)
i.	Structure: PalmSHIELD exclusive fully framed (What does this mean)
7.	Fence Posts: 4 x 4 x 1/4 inch (102 x 102 x 1/4 mm) minimum extruded tubular aluminum sections with solid aluminum caps.
a.	Length: As specified on the Drawings.
b.	On Center Post Spacing: As specified by Manufacturer.
c.	Posts to be plated with 10 x 10 x 3/4 inch (254 x 254 x 19 mm) aluminum plates with four 3/4 inch (19 mm) holes for anchors.
8.	Fittings and Accessories: Stainless steel. 
a.	Fittings Size: As determined by the fence Manufacturer. 
b.	Fence Panels: Attach to posts with 1/4 x 1 inch (6 x 25 mm) stainless steel screws. 
1)	Panels and Posts: Predrilled to support level installation.
9.	Anchor Bolts: Adequate to support loads based on screening height, exposures, and loading.
10.	Gates: Swing to exterior of enclosure.
a.	Size: As detailed on the Drawings.
b.	Louver Spacing, Style and Appearance: Identical to fence panels.
c.	Gate Hinges: Gorilla Barrel Hinge; 3/4 inch (19 mm) rod, ball bearings, and grease zert.
1)	Hinge Plate: 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) thick plates offset to create a 5/8 inch (16 mm) gap.
2)	Hardware: As required by the gate Manufacturer for complete functional operation.
3)	Hinge Mounting: Bolted to gate frame. Field welded to steel gate posts.
a)	Provide three hinges per leaf.
d.	Gate Latch: Internal lock with exterior grab handles.
1)	Lock: Accessible from both sides of gate. 
2)	Lock may be keyed and rekeyed.
e.	Welded Frame:
1)	Size and Configuration: As detailed on the Drawings.
2)	Extruded aluminum tubing with aluminum fixed louver panels to match fencing.
f.	Drop Rods: 1 inch (25 mm) schedule 40 pipe. Through bolted to gate frame.
g.	Hardware: Size and type as determined by the Manufacturer. 
1)	On Each Door: 1 inch (25 mm) diameter center cane bolt assembly and strike.
a)	Lockable latch assembly.
h.	Gate Posts: As determined by the Manufacture. 
11.	Factory Finish: Aluminum fence panels, posts and gates shall receive polyester powder coating.
a.	Polyester Powder Coating: Electrostatically applied colored polyester powder coating heat cured to chemically bond finish to metal substrate.
b.	Color: As selected by Owner. 
c.	Minimum Hardness Measured in Accordance with ASTM D3363: 2H.
d.	Direct Impact Resistance Tested in Accordance with ASTM D2794: Withstand 160 inch-lbs.
e.	Salt Spray Resistance Tested in Accordance with ASTM B117: No undercutting, rusting, or blistering after 500 hours in 5 percent salt spray at 95 degrees F (35 degrees C) and 95 percent relative humidity after 1,000 hours: Less than 3/16 inches (4.8 mm) undercutting.
1)	Weatherability Tested in Accordance with ASTM D822: No film failure and 88 percent gloss retention after 1 year exposure in South Florida with test panels tilted 45 degrees.
E.	Basis of Design: ARIA Economical Horizontal Louvers as manufactured by PalmSHIELD. Fixed louver modular fencing panels fabricated with extruded aluminum louvers and flat aluminum bars including extruded aluminum fence posts and aluminum louver gates. Furnished and installed as shown on the Drawings and as specified.
1.	Standards Compliance:
a.	ASTM B209 - Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate.
b.	ASTM B117 - Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray Apparatus.
c.	ASTM B221 - Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Ally Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles and Tubes.
d.	ASTM D3363 - Standard Test Method for Film Hardness by Pencil Test.
e.	ASTM D2794 - Standard Test Method for Resistance of Organic Coatings to the Effects of Rapid Deformation.
f.	ASTM D822 - Standard Practice for Filtered Open- Flame Carbon-Arc Exposures of Paint and Related Coatings.
g.	AWS D1.2 Structural Welding Code
2.	Material: Aluminum.
3.	Louver Dimensions: 1/8 x 3 inch (3 x 76 mm).
a.	Installed profile of 2 x 2.873 inch (51 x 73 mm).
b.	Visibility: 100 percent direct visual screening.
c.	Openness: 64 percent.
4.	Structure: Shop fabricated and broken down.
5.	Field assembled.
6.	Panel Width Range: Not to exceed 72 inches (1829 mm) on centers without a vertical center support, field installed after louvers installation.
7.	Panel Height Range: Not to exceed 96 inches (2438 mm).
8.	Louver Panels:
a.	Width: ___ inches (___ mm).
b.	Width: As detailed on the Drawings.
c.	Height: ___ inches (___ mm).
d.	Height: As detailed on the Drawings.
e.	Louvered Fencing System: Horizontal louvers supported by extruded aluminum fence posts and vertical center support.
1)	Infill (WxHxT): 2 x 4 x 1/8 inch (51 x 102 x 3 mm) diagonal louver.
2)	Vertical Center Support: 1/8 x 1 (3 x 25 mm) aluminum flat bar.
3)	Louvers to be installed into slots in posts. Allow 1/4 inch (6 mm) maximum movement of louvers once installed.
a)	Place legs vertically and webbing diagonally.
b)	Fabricate louvers with a center hole for 3/32 x 3/8 inch (2.4x 9.5 mm) rivet to attach louver to vertical support.
1)	Rivets: Aluminum body and steel mandrel.
4)	Based on 100 percent site blocked visibility at line of sight, louvers to be installed with 1/2 inch (13 mm) overlap.
9.	Fence Posts: 4 x 4 x 1/4 inch (102 x 102 x 1/4 mm) minimum extruded tubular aluminum sections with solid aluminum caps.
a.	Length: As specified on the Drawings.
b.	On Center Post Spacing: As specified by Manufacturer but not to exceed 72 inches (1829 mm)
c.	Route posts to receive louvers. Route 2 degrees maximum off center and opposing placing slight tension on louver when installed.
d.	Fence posts are to be plated with 8 x 8 x 5/8 inches (203 x 203 x 16 mm) aluminum plates with four 3/4 inch (19 mm) holes for anchors. 
e.	Fence posted are to extend 24 inches (610 mm) into footing.
10.	Fittings and Accessories: Stainless steel. 
a.	Fittings Size: As determined by the fence Manufacturer. 
b.	Fence Panels: Attach to posts with 1/4 x 1 inch (6 x 25 mm) stainless steel screws. 
1)	Panels and Posts: Predrilled to support level installation.
11.	Anchor Bolts: Adequate to support loads based on screening height, exposures, and loading.
12.	Gates: Swing to exterior of enclosure.
a.	Size: As detailed on the Drawings.
b.	Louver Spacing, Style and Appearance: Identical to fence panels.
c.	Gate Hinges: Gorilla Barrel Hinge; 3/4 inch (19 mm) rod, ball bearings, and grease zert.
1)	Hinge Plate: 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) thick plates offset to create a 5/8 inch (16 mm) gap.
2)	Hardware: As required by the gate Manufacturer for complete functional operation.
3)	Hinge Mounting: Bolted to gate frame. Field welded to steel gate posts.
a)	Provide three hinges per leaf.
d.	Gate Latch: Internal lock with exterior grab handles.
1)	Lock: Accessible from both sides of gate. 
2)	Lock may be keyed and rekeyed.
e.	Welded Frame:
1)	Size and Configuration: As detailed on the Drawings.
2)	Extruded aluminum tubing with aluminum fixed louver panels to match fencing.
f.	Drop Rods: 1 inch (25 mm) schedule 40 pipe. Through bolted to gate frame.
g.	Hardware: Size and type as determined by the Manufacturer. 
1)	On Each Door:
a)	1 inch (25 mm) diameter center cane bolt assembly and strike.
b)	Lockable latch assembly.
h.	Gate Posts: As determined by the Manufacture. 
13.	Factory Finish: Aluminum fence panels, posts and gates shall receive polyester powder coating.
a.	Polyester Powder Coating: Electrostatically applied colored polyester powder coating heat cured to chemically bond finish to metal substrate.
b.	Color: As selected by Owner. 
c.	Minimum Hardness Measured in Accordance with ASTM D3363: 2H.
d.	Direct Impact Resistance Tested in Accordance with ASTM D2794: Withstand 160 inch-lbs.
e.	Salt Spray Resistance Tested in Accordance with ASTM B117: No undercutting, rusting, or blistering after 500 hours in 5 percent salt spray at 95 degrees F (35 degrees C) and 95 percent relative humidity after 1,000 hours: Less than 3/16 inches (4.8 mm) undercutting.
1)	Weatherability Tested in Accordance with ASTM D822: No film failure and 88 percent gloss retention after 1 year exposure in South Florida with test panels tilted 45 degrees.
F.	Basis of Design: Mercury Economical Aluminum Posts and Aluminum Infill as manufactured by PalmSHIELD. Fixed louver modular fencing panels fabricated with extruded aluminum louvers and flat aluminum bars including extruded aluminum fence posts and aluminum louver gates. Furnished and installed as shown on the Drawings and as specified.
1.	Standards Compliance:
a.	ASTM B209 - Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate.
b.	ASTM B117 - Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray Apparatus.
c.	ASTM B221 - Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Ally Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles and Tubes.
d.	ASTM D3363 - Standard Test Method for Film Hardness by Pencil Test.
e.	ASTM D2794 - Standard Test Method for Resistance of Organic Coatings to the Effects of Rapid Deformation.
f.	ASTM D822 - Standard Practice for Filtered Open- Flame Carbon-Arc Exposures of Paint and Related Coatings.
g.	AWS D1.2 Structural Welding Code
2.	Material: Aluminum posts. Aluminum planks.
3.	Post Dimensions: 4 x 4 x 1/8 inch (102 x 102 x 3 mm) aluminum tubing.
4.	Plank Dimensions: 1 x 6 inch (25 x 152 mm) aluminum
5.	Installed plank profile: 1 x 5-3/4 inches (25 x 146 mm).
6.	Plank spacing: 5-3/4 inches (146 mm) in centers.
7.	Visibility: 100 percent direct visual screening.
8.	Structure: Routed posts and horizontal planks
9.	Panel Width Range: 48 to 60 inches (1219 to 1524 mm). 
10.	Panel Height Range: Up to 72 inches (3658 mm).
11.	Panels:
a.	Width: ___ inches (___ mm).
b.	Width: As detailed on the Drawings.
c.	Height: ___ inches (___ mm).
d.	Height: As detailed on the Drawings.
e.	Semi-Private System: Horizontal louvers supported by extruded aluminum fence posts.
f.	Infill Planks: 1 x 6 x 1/8 inch (25 x 152 x 3 mm) tubular aluminum extrusion.
1)	Planks to be held into posts with provided spring clips.
2)	Install planks at a 20 degree angle with a 1/4 inch (6 mm) overlap to create a louvered pattern.
12.	Fence Posts: 4 x 4 x 1/4 inch (102 x 102 x 1/4 mm) minimum extruded tubular aluminum sections with solid aluminum caps.
a.	Length: As specified on the Drawings.
b.	On Center Post Spacing: As specified by Manufacturer but not to exceed 60 inches (1829 mm) on centers.
c.	Route posts to receive planks.
d.	Fence posts are to be plated with 8 x 8 x 5/8 inches (203 x 203 x 16 mm) aluminum plates with four 3/4 inch (19 mm) holes for anchors. 
e.	Fence posted are to extend 24 inches (610 mm) into footing.
13.	Fittings and Accessories: Stainless steel. 
a.	Fittings Size: As determined by the fence Manufacturer. 
b.	Fence Panels: Attach to posts with 1/4 x 1 inch (6 x 25 mm) stainless steel screws. 
1)	Panels and Posts: Predrilled to support level installation.
14.	Anchor Bolts: Adequate to support loads based on screening height, exposures, and loading.
15.	Gates: Swing to exterior of enclosure.
a.	Size: As detailed on the Drawings.
b.	Louver Spacing, Style and Appearance: Identical to fence panels.
c.	Gate Hinges: Gorilla Barrel Hinge; 3/4 inch (19 mm) rod, ball bearings, and grease zert.
1)	Hinge Plate: 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) thick plates offset to create a 5/8 inch (16 mm) gap.
2)	Hardware: As required by the gate Manufacturer for complete functional operation.
3)	Hinge Mounting: Bolted to gate frame. Field welded to steel gate posts.
a)	Provide three hinges per leaf.
d.	Gate Latch: Internal lock with exterior grab handles.
1)	Lock: Accessible from both sides of gate. 
2)	Lock may be keyed and rekeyed.
e.	Welded Frame:
1)	Size and Configuration: As detailed on the Drawings.
2)	Extruded aluminum tubing with aluminum fixed louver panels to match fencing.
f.	Drop Rods: 1 inch (25 mm) schedule 40 pipe. Through bolted to gate frame.
g.	Hardware: Size and type as determined by the Manufacturer. 
1)	On Each Door:
a)	1 inch (25 mm) diameter center cane bolt assembly and strike.
b)	Lockable latch assembly.
h.	Gate Posts: As determined by the Manufacture. 
16.	Factory Finish: Aluminum fence panels, posts and gates shall receive polyester powder coating.
a.	Polyester Powder Coating: Electrostatically applied colored polyester powder coating heat cured to chemically bond finish to metal substrate.
b.	Color: As selected by Owner. 
c.	Minimum Hardness Measured in Accordance with ASTM D3363: 2H.
d.	Direct Impact Resistance Tested in Accordance with ASTM D2794: Withstand 160 inch-lbs.
e.	Salt Spray Resistance Tested in Accordance with ASTM B117: No undercutting, rusting, or blistering after 500 hours in 5 percent salt spray at 95 degrees F (35 degrees C) and 95 percent relative humidity after 1,000 hours: Less than 3/16 inches (4.8 mm) undercutting.
1)	Weatherability Tested in Accordance with ASTM D822: No film failure and 88 percent gloss retention after 1 year exposure in South Florida with test panels tilted 45 degrees.
G.	Basis of Design: Mercury Economical Aluminum Posts and Vinyl Planks as manufactured by PalmSHIELD. Fixed louver modular fencing panels fabricated with extruded aluminum louvers and flat aluminum bars including extruded aluminum fence posts and aluminum louver gates. Furnished and installed as shown on the Drawings and as specified.
1.	Standards Compliance:
a.	ASTM D256 Standard Test Methods for Determining the Izod Pendulum Impact Resistance of Plastics.
b.	ASTM D638 Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics.
c.	ASTM D648 Standard Test Method for Deflection Temperature of Plastics Under Flexural Load in the Edgewise Position.
d.	ASTM D792 Standard Test Methods for Density and Specific Gravity (Relative Density) of Plastics by Displacement.
e.	ASTM D790 Standard Test Methods for Flexural Properties of Unreinforced and Reinforced Plastics and Electrical Insulating Materials.
f.	AWS D1.2 Structural Welding Code
g.	ASTM D7032-04: Standard Specification for Establishing Performance Ratings
h.	ASTM F964 Standard Specification for Rigid Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Exterior Profiles Used for Fencing.
2.	Material: Aluminum posts. Aluminum planks.
3.	Post Dimensions: 4 x 4 x 1/8 inch (102 x 102 x 3 mm) aluminum tubing.
4.	Plank Dimensions: 1 x 6 inch (25 x 152 mm) aluminum
5.	Installed plank profile: 1 x 5-3/4 inches (25 x 146 mm).
6.	Plank spacing: 5-3/4 inches (146 mm) in centers.
7.	Visibility: 100 percent direct visual screening.
8.	Structure: Routed posts and horizontal planks
9.	Panel Width Range: 48 to 60 inches (1219 to 1524 mm). 
10.	Panel Height Range: Up to 72 inches (3658 mm).
11.	Panels:
a.	Width: ___ inches (___ mm).
b.	Width: As detailed on the Drawings.
c.	Height: ___ inches (___ mm).
d.	Height: As detailed on the Drawings.
e.	Semi-Private System: Horizontal louvers supported by extruded aluminum fence posts.
f.	Infill Planks: 7/8 x 6 inch (22 x 152 mm) polyvinyl chloride tubular coextrusion plank.
1)	PlyGem Woodland Select Series tubular planks per manufacturers standard colors.
2)	Planks to be held into posts with provided spring clips.
3)	Install planks plumb alternating 1-1/2 inch (38 mm) horizontal offset and 1/2 inch (13 mm) vertical overlap.
12.	Fence Posts: 5 x 5 x 0.135 inches (127 x 127 x 3.5 mm) extruded tubular vinyl sections with solid vinyl caps.
a.	Length: As specified on the Drawings.
b.	On Center Post Spacing: As specified by Manufacturer but not to exceed 60 inches (1829 mm) on centers.
c.	Route posts to receive planks.
d.	Fence posts are to be plated with 8 x 8 x 5/8 inches (203 x 203 x 16 mm) aluminum plates with four 3/4 inch (19 mm) holes for anchors. 
e.	Fence posted are to extend 24 inches (610 mm) into footing.
13.	Fittings and Accessories: Stainless steel. 
a.	Fittings Size: As determined by the fence Manufacturer. 
b.	Fence Panels: Attach to posts with 1/4 x 1 inch (6 x 25 mm) stainless steel screws. 
1)	Panels and Posts: Predrilled to support level installation.
14.	Anchor Bolts: Adequate to support loads based on screening height, exposures, and loading.
15.	Gates: Swing to exterior of enclosure.
a.	Size: As detailed on the Drawings.
b.	Louver Spacing, Style and Appearance: Identical to fence panels.
c.	Gate Hinges: Gorilla Barrel Hinge; 3/4 inch (19 mm) rod, ball bearings, and grease zert.
1)	Hinge Plate: 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) thick plates offset to create a 5/8 inch (16 mm) gap.
2)	Hardware: As required by the gate Manufacturer for complete functional operation.
3)	Hinge Mounting: Bolted to gate frame. Field welded to steel gate posts.
a)	Provide three hinges per leaf.
d.	Gate Latch: Internal lock with exterior grab handles.
1)	Lock: Accessible from both sides of gate. 
2)	Lock may be keyed and rekeyed.
e.	Welded Frame:
1)	Size and Configuration: As detailed on the Drawings.
2)	Extruded aluminum tubing with aluminum fixed louver panels to match fencing.
f.	Drop Rods: 1 inch (25 mm) schedule 40 pipe. Through bolted to gate frame.
g.	Hardware: Size and type as determined by the Manufacturer. 
1)	On Each Door:
a)	1 inch (25 mm) diameter center cane bolt assembly and strike.
b)	Lockable latch assembly.
h.	Gate Posts: As determined by the Manufacture. 
16.	Factory Finish: Aluminum fence panels, posts and gates shall receive polyester powder coating.
a.	Polyester Powder Coating: Electrostatically applied colored polyester powder coating heat cured to chemically bond finish to metal substrate.
b.	Color: As selected by Owner. 
c.	Minimum Hardness Measured in Accordance with ASTM D3363: 2H.
d.	Direct Impact Resistance Tested in Accordance with ASTM D2794: Withstand 160 inch-lbs.
e.	Salt Spray Resistance Tested in Accordance with ASTM B117: No undercutting, rusting, or blistering after 500 hours in 5 percent salt spray at 95 degrees F (35 degrees C) and 95 percent relative humidity after 1,000 hours: Less than 3/16 inches (4.8 mm) undercutting.
1)	Weatherability Tested in Accordance with ASTM D822: No film failure and 88 percent gloss retention after 1 year exposure in South Florida with test panels tilted 45 degrees.
H.	Basis of Design: Mercury Economical Aluminum Posts and Composite Infill as manufactured by PalmSHIELD. Fixed louver modular fencing panels fabricated with extruded aluminum louvers and flat aluminum bars including extruded aluminum fence posts and aluminum louver gates. Furnished and installed as shown on the Drawings and as specified.
1.	Standards Compliance:
a.	ASTM B209: Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate.
b.	ASTM B117: Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray Apparatus.
c.	ASTM B221: Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Ally Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles and Tubes.
d.	ASTM C177: Standard Test Method for Steady-State Heat Flux Measurements and Thermal Transmission Properties by Means of the Guarded-Hot-Plate Apparatus
e.	ASTM D570: Water Absorption of Plastics
f.	ASTM D822: Standard Practice for Filtered Open- Flame Carbon-Arc Exposures of Paint and Related Coatings.
g.	ASTM D1413: Test method for Wood Preservatives by Laboratory Soil block Cultures
h.	ASTM D1761: Mechanical Fasteners in Wood
i.	ASTM D2794: Standard Test Method for Resistance of Organic Coatings to the Effects of Rapid Deformation.
j.	ASTM D3363: Standard Test Method for Film Hardness by Pencil Test.
k.	ASTM D7031: Standard Guide for Evaluating Mechanical and Physical Properties of Wood-Plastic Composite Products
l.	ASTM D7032: Standard Specification for Establishing Performance Ratings
m.	ASTM E8401: Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials
n.	AWS D1.2: Structural Welding Code
2.	Material: Aluminum posts. Composite planks.
3.	Post Dimensions: 4 x 4 x 1/8 inch (102 x 102 x 3 mm) aluminum tubing.
4.	Plank Dimensions: 1 x 6 inch (25 x 152 mm) aluminum
5.	Installed plank profile: 1 x 5-3/4 inches (25 x 146 mm).
6.	Plank spacing: 5-3/4 inches (146 mm) in centers.
7.	Visibility: 100 percent direct visual screening.
8.	Structure: Routed posts and horizontal planks
9.	Panel Width Range: 48 to 60 inches (1219 to 1524 mm). 
10.	Panel Height Range: Up to 72 inches (1829 mm).
11.	Panels:
a.	Width: ___ inches (___ mm).
b.	Width: As detailed on the Drawings.
c.	Height: ___ inches (___ mm).
d.	Height: As detailed on the Drawings.
e.	Solid private system consisting of horizontal supported by extruded aluminum fence posts.
f.	Infill. Composite Decking consisting of recycled Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) and recycled wood. The product is extruded into shapes and sizes as follows:
1)	Endeck Woodland Decking Boards; 1 x 5.5 inches (25 x 140 mm).
a)	Lengths: 12 feet (3.657 m).
b)	Lengths: 16 feet(4.877 m).
c)	Lengths: 20 feet (6.096 m).
d)	Color: To be specified by owner per Endeck standard list of colors or approved equal.
g.	Planks: To be at a 20 degree angle.
h.	Plank Overlap: 1/4 inch (6 mm).
12.	Fence Posts:
a.	Panel Posts: 4 x 4 x 0.125 inch (102 x 102 x 3.2 mm) extruded tubular vinyl sections with solid vin0=yl caps. 
1)	Lengths: As specified on the Drawings.
2)	Routed to receive planks.
b.	On Center Post Spacing: As specified by Manufacturer but not to exceed 60 inches (1524 mm).
c.	Fence posts are to be plated with 8 x 8 x 5/8 inches (203 x 203 x 16 mm) aluminum plates with four 3/4 inch (19 mm) holes for anchors. 
d.	Fence posts are to extend 24 inches (610 mm) into footing.
13.	Fittings and Accessories: Stainless steel. 
a.	Fittings Size: As determined by the fence Manufacturer. 
b.	Fence Panels: Attach to posts with 1/4 x 1 inch (6 x 25 mm) stainless steel screws. 
1)	Panels and Posts: Predrilled to support level installation.
14.	Anchor Bolts: Adequate to support loads based on screening height, exposures, and loading.
15.	Gates: Swing to exterior of enclosure.
a.	Size: As detailed on the Drawings.
b.	Louver Spacing, Style and Appearance: Identical to fence panels.
c.	Gate Hinges: Gorilla Barrel Hinge; 3/4 inch (19 mm) rod, ball bearings, and grease zert.
1)	Hinge Plate: 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) thick plates offset to create a 5/8 inch (16 mm) gap.
2)	Hardware: As required by the gate Manufacturer for complete functional operation.
3)	Hinge Mounting: Bolted to gate frame. Field welded to steel gate posts.
a)	Provide three hinges per leaf.
d.	Gate Latch: Internal lock with exterior grab handles.
1)	Lock: Accessible from both sides of gate. 
2)	Lock may be keyed and rekeyed.
e.	Welded Frame:
1)	Size and Configuration: As detailed on the Drawings.
2)	Extruded aluminum tubing with aluminum fixed louver panels to match fencing.
f.	Drop Rods: 1 inch (25 mm) schedule 40 pipe. Through bolted to gate frame.
g.	Hardware: Size and type as determined by the Manufacturer. 
1)	On Each Door: 1 inch (25 mm) diameter center cane bolt assembly and strike.
a)	Lockable latch assembly.
h.	Gate Posts: As determined by the Manufacture. 
16.	Factory Finish: Aluminum fence panels, posts and gates shall receive polyester powder coating.
a.	Polyester Powder Coating: Electrostatically applied colored polyester powder coating heat cured to chemically bond finish to metal substrate.
b.	Color: As selected by Owner. 
c.	Minimum Hardness Measured in Accordance with ASTM D3363: 2H.
d.	Direct Impact Resistance Tested in Accordance with ASTM D2794: Withstand 160 inch-lbs.
e.	Salt Spray Resistance Tested in Accordance with ASTM B117: No undercutting, rusting, or blistering after 500 hours in 5 percent salt spray at 95 degrees F (35 degrees C) and 95 percent relative humidity after 1,000 hours: Less than 3/16 inches (4.8 mm) undercutting.
1)	Weatherability Tested in Accordance with ASTM D822: No film failure and 88 percent gloss retention after 1 year exposure in South Florida with test panels tilted 45 degrees.
I.	Basis of Design: Palisade Horizontal Alternating Louvers as manufactured by PalmSHIELD. Fixed louver modular fencing panels fabricated with extruded aluminum louvers and flat aluminum bars including extruded aluminum fence posts and aluminum louver gates. Furnished and installed as shown on the Drawings and as specified.
1.	Standards Compliance:
a.	ASTM B209: Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate.
b.	ASTM B117: Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray Apparatus.
c.	ASTM B221: Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Ally Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles and Tubes.
d.	ASTM D3363: Standard Test Method for Film Hardness by Pencil Test.
e.	ASTM D2794: Standard Test Method for Resistance of Organic Coatings to the Effects of Rapid Deformation.
f.	ASTM D822: Standard Practice for Filtered Open- Flame Carbon-Arc Exposures of Paint and Related Coatings.
g.	AWS D1.2: Structural Welding Code
2.	Material: Aluminum posts.
3.	Post dimensions: 4 x 4 x 0.125 inch (102 x 102 x 3.2 mm) aluminum
4.	Post Colors: Unlimited RAL Colors
5.	Top Cap: 3 x 2 inches (76 x 51 mm) rectangle tube
6.	Bottom Cap: 3 x 2 inches (76 x 51 mm) rectangle tube
7.	Panel width: Unlimited. Standard is 48 to 60 inches (1219 to 1524 mm).
8.	Panel height: Unlimited. Standard is up to 12 ft (3.658 m)
9.	Installed plank profile: 1 x 6 inches (25 x 52 mm).
10.	Plank spacing: 5 inches (125 mm) o.c.
11.	Visibility: 100 percent visual screening from line of site.
12.	Intermediate Supports: Not required/
13.	Aluminum Planks:
a.	Plank dimensions: 1 x 6 inches (25 x 52 mm).
b.	Plank Colors: ________.
14.	Composite Planks:
a.	Plank Dimensions: 1 x 6 inches (25 x 52 mm).
b.	Plank Colors: Light Gray.
c.	Plank Colors: Dark Gray.
d.	Plank Colors: Chestnut.
e.	Plank Colors: Adobe.
15.	Vinyl Planks:
a.	Plank dimensions: 1 x 6 inches (25 x 52 mm).
b.	Plank Colors: White.
c.	Plank Colors: Tan.
d.	Plank Colors: Khaki.
e.	Plank Colors: Chestnut Brown.
f.	Plank Colors: Aged Cedar.
g.	Plank Colors: Sandstone.
h.	Plank Colors: Redwood.
i.	Plank Colors: Natural Cedar.
j.	Plank Colors: Weathered Cedar.
16.	Panel Width Range: 48 to 60 inches (1219 to 1524 mm). 
17.	Panel Height Range: Up to 144 inches (3658 mm).
18.	Louver Panels:
a.	Width: ___ inches (___ mm).
b.	Width: As detailed on the Drawings.
c.	Height: ___ inches (___ mm).
d.	Height: As detailed on the Drawings.
e.	Louver Fencing System: Horizontal, fixed louver, modular fence panels fabricated with extruded aluminum framing bars and supported by extruded aluminum fence posts.
f.	Extended Tubular Louver Planks for 1/8 inch (3 mm) overlap for 100 percent direct visual screening.
g.	Fixed Louver Planks: 1 x 4 x 0.125 inches (25 x 102 x 3 mm) 6063-T52 aluminum tubular planks.
h.	Louver Vertical End Caps: 3 x 1/4 inch (76 x 6 mm) 60601 -T6 aluminum bar framework supporting the louvers shall be welded.
i.	Louver Top & Bottom Rail: 3 x 2 x 1/8 inch (76 x 51 x 3 mm) 6063-T6 aluminum tubular top and bottom rail.
j.	Louver Middle Rail (If required) 3 x 2 x 1/8 inch (76 x 51 x 3 mm) 6063-T6 aluminum tubular middle rail.
19.	Fence Posts:
a.	Panel Posts: 4 x 4 x 0.125 inch (102 x 102 x 3.2 mm) extruded tubular vinyl sections with solid vin0=yl caps.
1)	Lengths: As specified on the contract drawings.
2)	Routed to receive planks.
b.	On Center Post Spacing: As specified by Manufacturer.
c.	All fence posts to be plated with 10 x 10 x 1/4 inches (254 x 254 x 6 mm) aluminum plates with four 3/4 inches (19 mm) hole for anchors.
20.	Fittings and Accessories: Stainless steel. 
a.	Fittings Size: As determined by the fence Manufacturer. 
b.	Fence Panels: Attach to posts with 1/4 x 1 inch (6 x 25 mm) stainless steel screws. 
1)	Panels and Posts: Predrilled to support level installation.
21.	Anchor Bolts: Adequate to support loads based on screening height, exposures, and loading.
22.	Gates: Swing to exterior of enclosure.
a.	Size: As detailed on the Drawings.
b.	Louver Spacing, Style and Appearance: Identical to fence panels.
c.	Gate Hinges: Gorilla Barrel Hinge; 3/4 inch (19 mm) rod, ball bearings, and grease zert.
1)	Hinge Plate: 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) thick plates offset to create a 5/8 inch (16 mm) gap.
2)	Hardware: As required by the gate Manufacturer for complete functional operation.
3)	Hinge Mounting: Bolted to gate frame. Field welded to steel gate posts.
a)	Provide three hinges per leaf.
d.	Gate Latch: Internal lock with exterior grab handles.
1)	Lock: Accessible from both sides of gate. 
2)	Lock may be keyed and rekeyed.
e.	Welded Frame:
1)	Size and Configuration: As detailed on the Drawings.
2)	Extruded aluminum tubing with aluminum fixed louver panels to match fencing.
f.	Drop Rods: 1 inch (25 mm) schedule 40 pipe. Through bolted to gate frame.
g.	Hardware: Size and type as determined by the Manufacturer. 
1)	On Each Door:
a)	1 inch (25 mm) diameter center cane bolt assembly and strike.
b)	Lockable latch assembly.
h.	Gate Posts: As determined by the Manufacture. 
23.	Factory Finish: Aluminum fence panels, posts and gates shall receive polyester powder coating.
a.	Polyester Powder Coating: Electrostatically applied colored polyester powder coating heat cured to chemically bond finish to metal substrate.
b.	Color: As selected by Owner. 
c.	Minimum Hardness Measured in Accordance with ASTM D3363: 2H.
d.	Direct Impact Resistance Tested in Accordance with ASTM D2794: Withstand 160 inch-lbs.
e.	Salt Spray Resistance Tested in Accordance with ASTM B117: No undercutting, rusting, or blistering after 500 hours in 5 percent salt spray at 95 degrees F (35 degrees C) and 95 percent relative humidity after 1,000 hours: Less than 3/16 inches (4.8 mm) undercutting.
1)	Weatherability Tested in Accordance with ASTM D822: No film failure and 88 percent gloss retention after 1 year exposure in South Florida with test panels tilted 45 degrees.
J.	Basis of Design: Palisades Vertical Alternating Louvers as manufactured by PalmSHIELD. Fixed louver modular fencing panels fabricated with extruded aluminum louvers and flat aluminum bars including extruded aluminum fence posts and aluminum louver gates. Furnished and installed as shown on the Drawings and as specified.
1.	Standards Compliance:
a.	ASTM B209 - Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate.
b.	ASTM B117 - Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray Apparatus.
c.	ASTM B221 - Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles and Tubes. 6063 - Temper T-6 extruded Aluminum.
d.	ASTM D3363 - Standard Test Method for Film Hardness by Pencil Test.
e.	ASTM D2794 - Standard Test Method for Resistance of Organic Coatings to the Effects of Rapid Deformation.
f.	ASTM D822 - Standard Practice for Filtered Open- Flame Carbon-Arc Exposures of Paint and Related Coatings.
g.	AWS D1.2 - Structural Welding Code.
2.	Material: Aluminum.
3.	Louvers:
a.	Dimensions: 1-3/4 x 1-3/4 inch (44 x 44 mm) angle.
b.	Installed Profile: 1-1/4 inches (32 mm).
c.	Spacing: 1-3/16 inches (30 mm) on center.
d.	Visibility: 100 percent visual screening from any vantage point.
e.	Openness: 33 percent.
4.	Panel Width Range: Not to exceed 72 inches (1829 mm).
5.	Panel Height Range: Varies.
6.	Louver Panels:
a.	Width: ___ inches (___ mm).
b.	Width: As detailed on the Drawings.
c.	Height: ___ inches (___ mm).
d.	Height: As detailed on the Drawings.
e.	Louver Fencing System: Vertical, fixed louver, modular fence panels fabricated with extruded aluminum framing bars and supported by extruded aluminum fence posts.
f.	Extended Tubular Louver Planks: For 1/8 inch (3 mm) overlap of louvers for 100 percent direct visual screening.
g.	Fixed Louver Planks: 1 x 4 x 0.1250 (25 x 102 x 3.2 mm) 6063-T52 aluminum tubular planks/
h.	Louver Vertical End Caps: 3 x 1/4 inch (76 x 6 mm) 60601 -T6 aluminum bar framework supporting the louvers shall be welded.
i.	Louver Top & Bottom Rail: 3 x 2 x 1/8 inch (76 x 51 x 3.2 mm) 6063-T6 aluminum tubular top and bottom rail.
j.	Louver Middle Rail: 3 x 2 x 1/8 inch (76 x 51 x 3.2 mm) 6063-T6 aluminum tubular middle rail.
7.	Fence Posts: 4 x 4 x 1/4 inch (102 x 102 x 1/4 mm) minimum extruded tubular aluminum sections with solid aluminum caps.
a.	Length: As specified on the Drawings.
b.	On Center Post Spacing: As specified by Manufacturer.
c.	Posts to be plated with 10 x 10 x 3/4 inch (254 x 254 x 19 mm) aluminum plates with four 3/4 inch (19 mm) holes for anchors.
8.	Fittings and Accessories: Stainless steel. 
a.	Fittings Size: As determined by the fence Manufacturer. 
b.	Fence Panels: Attach to posts with 1/4 x 1 inch (6 x 25 mm) stainless steel screws. 
1)	Panels and Posts: Predrilled to support level installation.
9.	Anchor Bolts: Adequate to support loads based on screening height, exposures, and loading.
10.	Gates: Swing to exterior of enclosure.
a.	Size: As detailed on the Drawings.
b.	Louver Spacing, Style and Appearance: Identical to fence panels.
c.	Gate Hinges: Gorilla Barrel Hinge; 3/4 inch (19 mm) rod, ball bearings, and grease zert.
1)	Hinge Plate: 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) thick plates offset to create a 5/8 inch (16 mm) gap.
2)	Hardware: As required by the gate Manufacturer for complete functional operation.
3)	Hinge Mounting: Bolted to gate frame. Field welded to steel gate posts.
a)	Provide three hinges per leaf.
d.	Gate Latch: Internal lock with exterior grab handles.
1)	Lock: Accessible from both sides of gate. 
2)	Lock may be keyed and rekeyed.
e.	Welded Frame:
1)	Size and Configuration: As detailed on the Drawings.
2)	Extruded aluminum tubing with aluminum fixed louver panels to match fencing.
f.	Drop Rods: 1 inch (25 mm) schedule 40 pipe. Through bolted to gate frame.
g.	Hardware: Size and type as determined by the Manufacturer. 
1)	On Each Door:
a)	1 inch (25 mm) diameter center cane bolt assembly and strike.
b)	Lockable latch assembly.
h.	Gate Posts: As determined by the Manufacture. 
11.	Factory Finish: Aluminum fence panels, posts and gates shall receive polyester powder coating.
a.	Polyester Powder Coating: Electrostatically applied colored polyester powder coating heat cured to chemically bond finish to metal substrate.
b.	Color: As selected by Owner. 
c.	Minimum Hardness Measured in Accordance with ASTM D3363: 2H.
d.	Direct Impact Resistance Tested in Accordance with ASTM D2794: Withstand 160 inch-lbs.
e.	Salt Spray Resistance Tested in Accordance with ASTM B117: No undercutting, rusting, or blistering after 500 hours in 5 percent salt spray at 95 degrees F (35 degrees C) and 95 percent relative humidity after 1,000 hours: Less than 3/16 inches (4.8 mm) undercutting.
1)	Weatherability Tested in Accordance with ASTM D822: No film failure and 88 percent gloss retention after 1 year exposure in South Florida with test panels tilted 45 degrees.
PART 3    EXECUTION
3.1	EXAMINATION
A.	Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly constructed and prepared.
1.	Verify that final grading in fence location is completed and without irregularities which will interfere with fence installation. PalmSHIELD is designed to be installed on a level surface. Variations in height, slopes, stairs steeping shall be shown on contract drawings and on submittal drawings.
a.	Field verify all fence dimensions and layout prior to commencing installation.
b.	Do not commence work until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
B.	If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect in writing of unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.
3.2	PREPARATION
A.	Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation.
B.	Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the best result for the substrate under the project conditions.
3.3	INSTALLATION
A.	Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, approved submittals, and in proper relationship with adjacent construction.
1.	Install fence plumb and level. Posts are plated and mounted to top of surface.
2.	Do not install bent, bowed or otherwise damaged panels. Remove damaged components from site and replace.
3.	Secure fence panels with 1/4 x 1 inch stainless steel screws to fence posts. Posts and panels will be predrilled to support level installation.
4.	Gates: Install gates and adjust hardware for smooth operation.
3.4	FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A.	Field Inspection: Coordinate field inspection in accordance with appropriate sections in Division 01.
B.	Manufacturer's Services: Coordinate manufacturer's services in accordance with appropriate sections in Division 01.
3.5	CLEANING AND PROTECTION
A.	Clean products in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations. 
B.	Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.

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