SECTION 10 73 00

PROTECTIVE COVERS

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PART 1    GENERAL
1.1	SECTION INCLUDES
A.	Awnings.
B.	Cabanas.
C.	Canopies.
D.	Slide on Wire Canopies.
1.2	RELATED SECTIONS
A.	06 20 00 - Finish Carpentry.
B.	07 92 00 - Joint Sealants.
C.	09 90 00 - Painting and Coating.
1.3	REFERENCES
A.	Aluminum Association (AA):
1.	Aluminum Design Manual 2020.
B.	American Welding Society (AWS):
1.	AWS A2.4:2020: Standard Symbols for Welding, Brazing, and Nondestructive Examination.
2.	AWS A5.1/A5.1M:2025: Specification for Carbon Steel Electrodes for Shielded Metal Arc Welding.
3.	AWS A5.10/A5.10M:2023: Specification for Bare Aluminum and Aluminum Alloy Welding Electrodes and Rods.
4.	AWS D1.1/D1.1M:2025: Structural Welding Code - Steel.
5.	AWS D1.2/D1.2M:2026: Structural Welding Code - Aluminum.
C.	ASTM International (ASTM):
1.	ASTM A500/A500M-23: Standard Specification for Cold-Formed Welded and Seamless Carbon Steel Structural Tubing in Rounds and Shapes.
2.	ASTM A780/A780M-20: Standard Practice for Repair of Damaged and Uncoated Areas of Hot-Dip Galvanized Coatings.
3.	ASTM B221/B221M-21: HYPERLINK "https://store.astm.org/b0221-21.html" Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles, and Tubes.
4.	ASTM F593-24: Standard Specification for Stainless Steel Bolts, Hex Cap Screws, and Studs.
5.	ASTM F3125/F3125M-25a: Standard Specification for High Strength Structural Bolts and Assemblies, Steel and Alloy Steel, Heat Treated, Inch Dimensions 120 ksi, 144 ksi, and 150 ksi Minimum Tensile Strength, and Metric Dimensions 830 MPa and 1040 MPa Minimum Tensile Strength.
D.	California State Fire Marshall (CSFM):
1.	Title 19 - Public Safety.
E.	Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA):
1.	AAMA 2604-26: Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements and Test Procedures for High Performance Organic Coatings on Aluminum Extrusions and Panels with Coil Coating Appendix.
F.	Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS):
1.	Los Angeles City Approved Fabricator License.
G.	National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):
1.	NFPA 701: Standard Methods of Fire Tests for Flame Propagation of Textiles and Films.
H.	Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA):
1.	Fall Protection Certification and Training.
2.	Safety and Health Fundamentals Certificate Program for Construction.
I.	The Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC):
1.	SSPC-SP 1-2016: Surface Preparation Standard No. 1 - Solvent Cleaning.
2.	SSPC-SP 16-2020: Surface Preparation Standard - Brush-Off Blast Cleaning of Coated and Uncoated Galvanized Steel, Stainless Steels, and Non-Ferrous Metals.
1.4	DEFINITIONS:
A.	DFT: Dry film thickness.
B.	PTFE: Polytetrafluoroethylene.
C.	UV: Ultraviolet.
1.5	ACTION SUBMITTALS
A.	Comply with provisions of Section 01 33 00 - Submittal Procedures.
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, 12 x 12 inches (304.8 x 304.8 mm) of each fabric type, size, pattern, and color.
D.	Shop Drawings:
1.	Show shop and erection drawing details, including cuts, copes, connection holes, and welds. 
2.	Show welds, both shop and field, by the current recommended symbols of the AWS A2.4. 
3.	Do not fabricate members until shop drawings have been reviewed and approved.
4.	Include relationships with adjacent construction.
E.	Delegated Design Submittals:
1.	Calculations:
a.	Signed and sealed by a Professional Engineer licensed in the same State as the Project location.
b.	Awnings: Include engineering calculations showing wind load requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction with fastener and erection details.
c.	Cabanas: Include engineering calculations showing wind load, snow loads and seismic requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction with fastener and erection details.
d.	Canopies: Include engineering calculations showing wind load requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction with fastener and erection details.
e.	Slide on Wire Canopies Include engineering calculations showing wind load, snow loads and seismic requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction with fastener and erection details.
F.	Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS): Deliver written WPS for each joint type and welding process to be used in the work, including any prequalified procedures.
1.6	INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS
A.	Qualification Data: For Manufacturer, Installers, Welders, and Professional Engineer.
B.	Welding certificates.
C.	Fabric manufacturer's warranty.
1.7	CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS
A.	Operations and Maintenance Manuals: Include the following maintenance data:
1.	Methods for maintaining fabrics and finishes.
2.	Precautions for cleaning materials and methods detrimental to fabrics, finishes, and performance.
1.8	QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.	Manufacturer Qualifications:
1.	Company specializing in manufacturing products specified in this section with a minimum of ten (10) years documented experience.
2.	Holds a current Los Angeles City Approved Fabricator license. 
3.	Written Quality Assurance program documentation in place for five (5) years minimum.
4.	Company employs a full-time Quality Assurance Manager.
B.	Installer Qualifications:
1.	Company specializing in installing products specified in this section with a minimum of ten (10) years documented experience.
2.	Company is licensed as a general contractor for a minimum of ten (10) years in the State where the Project is located.
3.	OSHA 10-Hour Construction Training Course certificate.
4.	OSHA Fall Protection Training certificate.
5.	Job site installation crews must include one CPR trained member at the job site during installation.
6.	Job site installation crews must have a copy of the Manufacturer's Code of Safety Practices (COSP) at the job site during installation.
C.	Welder Qualifications: Qualify personnel and procedures according to the following:
1.	AWS D1.1/D1.1M.
2.	AWS D1.2/D1.2M.
D.	Forklift Operator Qualifications: Forklift Operation Training certificate.
E.	Daily Meetings: Hold daily safety tail gate meetings before start of installation work.
F.	Source Limitations: Supply each type of product from a single manufacturing source to ensure uniformity.
1.9	PRE-INSTALLATION CONFERENCE
A.	Convene a conference approximately two weeks before scheduled commencement of the Work. Attendees include Architect, Contractor and trades involved. Agenda to include schedule, responsibilities, critical path items, and approvals.
1.10	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.
1.11	PROJECT CONDITIONS
A.	Maintain environmental conditions including temperature, humidity, and ventilation within limits recommended by manufacturer for optimum results. Do not install products under environmental conditions outside of manufacturer's recommended limits.
1.12	WARRANTY
A.	Awnings, Cabanas, and Slide on Wire Canopies:
1.	Frame: Warrant frame materials and workmanship against defects for a period of one (1) year starting from date of Substantial Completion.
2.	Fabric Materials: Warrant fabric materials and workmanship against defects for a minimum period of five (5) years, on a prorated basis, starting from the date of Substantial Completion.
3.	Fabric Materials: Warrant fabric materials and workmanship against defects for the same warranty period offered by the fabric mill that manufactured or supplied the fabric starting from date of Substantial Completion.
B.	Canopies:
1.	Frame: Warrant frame materials and workmanship against defects for a period of one (1) year starting from date of Substantial Completion.
2.	Fabric Materials: Warrant fabric materials and workmanship against defects for a minimum period of eight (8) years, on a prorated basis, starting from the date of Substantial Completion.
3.	Fabric Materials: Warrant fabric materials and workmanship against defects for the same warranty period offered by the fabric mill that manufactured or supplied the fabric starting from date of Substantial Completion.
PART 2    PRODUCTS
2.1	MANUFACTURERS
A.	Acceptable Manufacturer: Eide Industries, Inc., which is located at:<BR />16215 Piuma Ave.<BR />Cerritos, CA 90703-1528<BR />Toll Free Tel: 800-422-6827<BR />Tel: 562-402-8335<BR />Fax: 562-924-2233<BR />Email: request info (info@eideindustries.com);Web: https://www.eideindustries.com 
B.	Substitutions: Not permitted.
C.	Requests for substitutions will be considered per the provisions of Section 01 25 00 - Substitution Procedures.
2.2	AWNINGS
A.	Performance and Design Requirements:
1.	Fire Performance:
a.	Fabric material must be flame retardant and registered with the California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) under Title 19 - Public Safety.
b.	Contractor must deliver the official CSFM Registration Number and a Certificate of Flame Resistance before ordering materials.
2.	Fire Performance:
a.	Fabric material must meet the flame retardant requirements of NFPA 701 Method 2.
b.	Contractor must deliver manufacturer's certification or independent lab results confirming compliance before ordering materials.
3.	Wind Resistance: Engineered to meet or exceed local building code requirements.
4.	Awning Shape: Backlit Awning.
5.	Awning Shape: Concave Awning.
6.	Awning Shape: Convex Awning.
7.	Awning Shape: Dome Awning.
8.	Awning Shape: Gable Roof Entrance Canopy.
9.	Awning Shape: Hip Roof Entrance Canopy.
10.	Awning Shape: Long Dome Awning.
11.	Awning Shape: Metal Awning.
12.	Awning Shape: Patio Awning.
13.	Awning Shape: Retractable Awning.
14.	Awning Shape: Rounded Entrance Canopy.
15.	Awning Shape: Standard Window Awning with Solid Valance.
16.	Awning Shape: Standard Window Awning.
B.	Materials:
1.	Fabric:
a.	Sunbrella by Glen Raven, Inc.,100 percent acrylic fiber or approved equal. Fabric must be UV, water, and mildew resistant.
b.	Color and Style: As selected by Architect from manufacturer's standard range of colors and styles.
2.	Frames:
a.	Design must meet or exceed wind loads, snow loads, and seismic requirements per structural engineering requirements.
b.	Galvanized Steel: Minimum 1 inch (25.4 mm) square, 16 gauge (1.6 mm), galvanized steel tubing per ASTM A500/A500M.
c.	Aluminum: Minimum 1 inch (25.4 mm) square, 1/8 inch (3.2 mm), aluminum tubing per ASTM B221/B221M.
d.	Welding: Joints must be mitered or completely welded to AWS standards and ground smooth.
3.	Moldings: Aluminum awning rail and side moldings for fabric attachment.
4.	Anchoring Hardware: 3/8 inch (9.525 mm) diameter minimum. Grade 316 stainless steel required for installations within 4 miles (6.44 km) of the ocean.
5.	Anchoring Hardware: 3/8 inch (9.525 mm) diameter minimum. Hot-dipped galvanized permitted for inland use.
6.	Sealants: High-performance non-staining silicone or polyurethane sealant at head bar and building-to-frame junctions.
7.	Sewing Thread: Gore Tenara PTFE high-tenacity fiber thread or approved equal.
C.	Fabrication: Fabricate awning and frames in strict accordance with reviewed shop drawings, written welding procedure specifications, and the reference standards.
D.	Finishes:
1.	Aluminum Components:
a.	Polyester Powder Coat Finish: Use the following when installation is within 4 miles (6.44 km) of the ocean:
1)	Surface Preparation: Multi-stage chemical pretreatment using chromate or non-chrome conversion coating per AAMA 2604 standards.
2)	Primer: Epoxy-polyester or corrosion-inhibiting primer, 2.0 mils minimum DFT.
3)	Topcoat: High-performance architectural-grade polyester powder coating, meeting or exceeding AAMA 2604 requirements, 3.0 mils minimum DFT.
4)	Finish: Finish must be free of craters, pinholes, and orange peel texture, with a uniform appearance.
5)	Color: As selected from manufacturer's available stock colors.
b.	Painting: Use the following when the installation is greater than 4 miles (6.44 km) from ocean:
1)	Surface Preparation: Solvent clean per SSPC-SP 1 followed by a chemical etch or light abrasive sanding to ensure mechanical bond.
2)	Primer: One coat of two-component polyamide epoxy primer, 2.0 mils minimum DFT.
3)	Topcoat: One coat of two-component aliphatic polyurethane, 3.0 mils minimum DFT.
4)	Color: As selected from manufacturer's available stock colors.
2.	Steel Components:
a.	Polyester Powder Coat Finish: Use the following when installation is within 4 miles (6.44 km) of the ocean:
1)	Surface Preparation: Brush-off blasting per SSPC-SP 16 or chemical pretreatment. Galvanized steel must not be water or chromate quenched. Use an outgassing forgiving primer or perform a pre-heat cycle to minimize pinholing.
2)	Primer: Epoxy-polymeric zinc-rich powder primer, 2.0 mils minimum DFT.
3)	Topcoat: High-performance architectural-grade polyester powder coating, meeting or exceeding AAMA 2604 requirements, 3.0 mils minimum DFT.
4)	Finish: Finish must be free of craters, pinholes, and orange peel texture, with a uniform appearance.
5)	Color: As selected from manufacturer's available stock colors.
b.	Painting: Use the following when the installation is greater than 4 miles (6.44 km) from ocean:
1)	Surface Preparation:
a)	Solvent Clean: Perform solvent cleaning per SSPC-SP 1 to remove oils, grease, and contaminants.
b)	Profile: Perform brush-off blasting per SSPC-SP 16 or mechanical sanding to remove zinc bloom or white rust and create a surface profile for adhesion.
c)	Condition: Galvanized steel must be dry and not water or chromate quenched at the galvanizing facility.
2)	Primer: One coat of two-component polyamide epoxy primer, 3.0 mils minimum DFT. Ensure the epoxy is specifically rated for use over galvanized substrates to prevent adhesion loss.
3)	Topcoat: One coat of two-component aliphatic polyurethane, 3.0 mils minimum DFT.
4)	Finish: Finish must be free of craters, pinholes, and orange peel texture, with a uniform appearance.
5)	Color: As selected from manufacturer's available stock colors.
2.3	CABANAS
A.	Performance and Design Requirements:
1.	Fire Performance:
a.	Fabric material must be flame retardant and registered with the California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) under Title 19 - Public Safety.
b.	Contractor must deliver the official CSFM Registration Number and a Certificate of Flame Resistance before ordering materials.
2.	Fire Performance:
a.	Fabric material must meet the flame retardant requirements of NFPA 701 Method 2.
b.	Contractor must deliver manufacturer's certification or independent lab results confirming compliance before ordering materials.
3.	Wind Resistance: Engineered to meet or exceed local building code requirements.
4.	Cabana Style: Cancun.
5.	Cabana Style: Catalina.
6.	Cabana Style: Marina.
7.	Cabana Style: Pacifica.
8.	Cabana Style: Sunset.
9.	Cabana Style: Wailea.
10.	Cabana Style: Custom.
B.	Materials:
1.	Fabric:
a.	Sunbrella by Glen Raven, Inc.,100 percent acrylic fiber or approved equal. Fabric must be UV, water, and mildew resistant.
b.	Color and Style: As selected by Architect from manufacturer's standard range of colors and styles.
2.	Frames:
a.	Design must meet or exceed wind loads, snow loads, and seismic requirements per structural engineering requirements.
b.	Galvanized Steel: Minimum 1 inch (25.4 mm) square, 16 gauge (1.6 mm), galvanized steel tubing per ASTM A500/A500M.
c.	Aluminum: Minimum 1 inch (25.4 mm) square, 1/8 inch (3.2 mm), aluminum tubing per ASTM B221/B221M.
d.	Welding: Joints must be mitered or completely welded to AWS standards and ground smooth.
3.	Moldings: Aluminum awning rail and side moldings for fabric attachment.
4.	Anchoring Hardware: 3/8 inch (9.525 mm) diameter minimum. Grade 316 stainless steel required for installations within 4 miles (6.44 km) of the ocean.
5.	Anchoring Hardware: 3/8 inch (9.525 mm) diameter minimum. Hot-dipped galvanized permitted for inland use.
6.	Sealants: High-performance non-staining silicone or polyurethane sealant at head bar and building-to-frame junctions.
7.	Sewing Thread: Gore Tenara PTFE high-tenacity fiber thread or approved equal.
C.	Fabrication: Fabricate cabana covers and frames in strict accordance with the reviewed shop drawings, written welding procedure specifications, and the reference standards. 
D.	Finishes:
1.	Aluminum Components:
a.	Polyester Powder Coat Finish: Use the following when installation is within 4 miles (6.44 km) of the ocean:
1)	Surface Preparation: Multi-stage chemical pretreatment using chromate or non-chrome conversion coating per AAMA 2604 standards.
2)	Primer: Epoxy-polyester or corrosion-inhibiting primer, 2.0 mils minimum DFT.
3)	Topcoat: High-performance architectural-grade polyester powder coating, meeting or exceeding AAMA 2604 requirements, 3.0 mils minimum DFT.
4)	Finish: Finish must be free of craters, pinholes, and orange peel texture, with a uniform appearance.
5)	Color: As selected from manufacturer's available stock colors.
b.	Painting: Use the following when the installation is greater than 4 miles (6.44 km) from ocean:
1)	Surface Preparation: Solvent clean per SSPC-SP 1 followed by a chemical etch or light abrasive sanding to ensure mechanical bond.
2)	Primer: One coat of two-component polyamide epoxy primer, 2.0 mils minimum DFT.
3)	Topcoat: One coat of two-component aliphatic polyurethane, 3.0 mils minimum DFT.
4)	Color: As selected from manufacturer's available stock colors.
2.	Steel Components:
a.	Polyester Powder Coat Finish: Use the following when installation is within 4 miles (6.44 km) of the ocean:
1)	Surface Preparation: Brush-off blasting per SSPC-SP 16 or chemical pretreatment. Galvanized steel must not be water or chromate quenched. Use an outgassing forgiving primer or perform a pre-heat cycle to minimize pinholing.
2)	Primer: Epoxy-polymeric zinc-rich powder primer, 2.0 mils minimum DFT.
3)	Topcoat: High-performance architectural-grade polyester powder coating, meeting or exceeding AAMA 2604 requirements, 3.0 mils minimum DFT.
4)	Finish: Finish must be free of craters, pinholes, and orange peel texture, with a uniform appearance.
5)	Color: As selected from manufacturer's available stock colors.
b.	Painting: Use the following when the installation is greater than 4 miles (6.44 km) from ocean:
1)	Surface Preparation:
a)	Solvent Clean: Perform solvent cleaning per SSPC-SP 1 to remove oils, grease, and contaminants.
b)	Profile: Perform brush-off blasting per SSPC-SP 16 or mechanical sanding to remove zinc bloom or white rust and create a surface profile for adhesion.
c)	Condition: Galvanized steel must be dry and not water or chromate quenched at the galvanizing facility.
2)	Primer: One coat of two-component polyamide epoxy primer, 3.0 mils minimum DFT. Ensure the epoxy is specifically rated for use over galvanized substrates to prevent adhesion loss.
3)	Topcoat: One coat of two-component aliphatic polyurethane, 3.0 mils minimum DFT.
4)	Finish: Finish must be free of craters, pinholes, and orange peel texture, with a uniform appearance.
5)	Color: As selected from manufacturer's available stock colors.
2.4	CANOPIES
A.	Performance and Design Requirements:
1.	Fire Performance:
a.	Fabric material must be flame retardant and registered with the California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) under Title 19 - Public Safety.
b.	Contractor must deliver the official CSFM Registration Number and a Certificate of Flame Resistance before ordering materials.
2.	Fire Performance:
a.	Fabric material must meet the flame retardant requirements of NFPA 701 Method 2.
b.	Contractor must deliver manufacturer's certification or independent lab results confirming compliance before ordering materials.
3.	Wind Resistance: Engineered to meet or exceed local building code requirements.
4.	Canopy Shape: Gable Roof.
5.	Canopy Shape: Hip Roof.
6.	Canopy Shape: Radius Roof.
B.	Materials:
1.	Standard Fabric:
a.	Sunbrella by Glen Raven, Inc.,100 percent acrylic fiber or approved equal. Fabric must be UV, water, and mildew resistant.
b.	Color and Style: As selected by Architect from manufacturer's standard range of colors and styles.
2.	Fire Resistant Fabric:
a.	Serge Ferrari Soltis 502 Proof waterproof polyester membrane or approved equal. Fabric must be UV, water, and mildew resistant.
b.	Color and Style: As selected by Architect from manufacturer's standard range of colors and styles.
3.	Frames:
a.	Frames designed for wind loads, snow loads and seismic requirements as required by structural engineering requirements.
b.	Rafters: Galvanized structural steel tubing, size as indicated on Drawings.
c.	Ridge and Arms: Galvanized structural steel tubing, size as indicated on Drawings.
d.	Upright Legs: Galvanized structural steel tubing, size as indicated on Drawings.
e.	Base Plates: Galvanized steel, size as indicated on Drawings.
f.	Welding: Joints must be mitered or completely welded to AWS standards and ground smooth.
4.	Frames: Corners are to be mitered or completely welded to AWS standards. 
5.	Anchoring Hardware: 3/4 inch (19.05 mm) diameter or greater based on engineering calculations. Grade 316 stainless steel required for installations within 4 miles (6.44 km) of the ocean.
6.	Anchoring Hardware: 3/4 inch (19.05 mm) diameter or greater based on engineering calculations. Hot-dipped galvanized J-bolts or epoxy anchors permitted for installations greater than 4 miles (6.44 km) from ocean.
7.	Assembly Bolts: ASTM F593 structural bolts, 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) diameter minimum or greater based on engineering calculations. Grade 316 stainless steel required for installations within 4 miles (6.44 km) of the ocean.
8.	Assembly Bolts: ASTM F3125/F3125M structural bolts, 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) diameter minimum or greater based on engineering calculations. Hot-dipped galvanized permitted for installations greater than 4 miles (6.44 km) from ocean.
9.	Sealants: High-performance non-staining silicone or polyurethane sealant at head bar and building-to-frame junctions.
10.	Sewing Thread:
a.	Gore Tenara PTFE high-tenacity fiber thread or approved equal for sewn seams.
b.	Radio Frequency (RF) heat sealing required for vinyl or polyester membrane joins.
C.	Fabrication:
1.	Fabricate canopy and frames in strict accordance with the reviewed shop drawings, written welding procedure specifications, and the reference standards.
D.	Finishes:
1.	Steel Components:
a.	Polyester Powder Coat Finish: Use the following when installation is within 4 miles (6.44 km) of the ocean:
1)	Surface Preparation: Brush-off blasting per SSPC-SP 16 or chemical pretreatment. Galvanized steel must not be water or chromate quenched. Use an outgassing forgiving primer or perform a pre-heat cycle to minimize pinholing.
2)	Primer: Epoxy-polymeric zinc-rich powder primer, 2.0 mils minimum DFT.
3)	Topcoat: High-performance architectural-grade polyester powder coating, meeting or exceeding AAMA 2604 requirements, 3.0 mils minimum DFT.
4)	Finish: Finish must be free of craters, pinholes, and orange peel texture, with a uniform appearance.
5)	Color: As selected from manufacturer's available stock colors.
b.	Painting: Use the following when the installation is greater than 4 miles (6.44 km) from ocean:
1)	Surface Preparation:
a)	Solvent Clean: Perform solvent cleaning per SSPC-SP 1 to remove oils, grease, and contaminants.
b)	Profile: Perform brush-off blasting per SSPC-SP 16 or mechanical sanding to remove zinc bloom or white rust and create a surface profile for adhesion.
c)	Condition: Galvanized steel must be dry and not water or chromate quenched at the galvanizing facility.
2)	Primer: One coat of two-component polyamide epoxy primer, 3.0 mils minimum DFT. Ensure the epoxy is specifically rated for use over galvanized substrates to prevent adhesion loss.
3)	Topcoat: One coat of two-component aliphatic polyurethane, 3.0 mils minimum DFT.
4)	Finish: Finish must be free of craters, pinholes, and orange peel texture, with a uniform appearance.
5)	Color: As selected from manufacturer's available stock colors.
2.5	SLIDE ON WIRE CANOPIES
A.	Performance and Design Requirements:
1.	Fire Performance:
a.	Fabric material must be flame retardant and registered with the California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) under Title 19 - Public Safety.
b.	Contractor must deliver the official CSFM Registration Number and a Certificate of Flame Resistance before ordering materials.
2.	Fire Performance:
a.	Fabric material must meet the flame retardant requirements of NFPA 701 Method 2.
b.	Contractor must deliver manufacturer's certification or independent lab results confirming compliance before ordering materials.
3.	Wind Resistance: Engineered to meet or exceed local building code requirements. System must be designed for easy retraction or removal during high-wind events if required by engineering.
B.	Materials:
1.	Fabric:
a.	Exterior grade mesh fabric, minimum 75 percent shade block as selected by Architect or Designer or approved equal.
b.	Color and Style: As selected by Architect from manufacturer's standard range of colors and styles.
2.	Spreader Bars: Aluminum tubing, 1 inch (25.4 mm) square, 0.065 inches (1.65 mm) minimum wall thickness.
3.	Support Cables:
a.	Material: Grade 316 stainless steel 7x19 strand cable.
b.	Material: Hot-dipped galvanized steel 7x19 strand cable.
c.	Sizing: 3/8 inch (9.525 mm) for 25 ft spans; 5/8 inch (15.875 mm) for 70 ft spans; or as required by engineering.
4.	Turnbuckles: Match support cable material. Open-body or pipe-body type. Sizing to match cable diameter.
5.	Pulleys and Trolleys:
a.	Material: Grade 316 stainless steel housing and hardware.
b.	Material: Hot-dipped galvanized steel housing and hardware.
c.	Sheaves: UV-stabilized nylon or stainless steel wheels with ball bearings.
6.	Anchors: Grade 316 stainless steel.
7.	Anchors: Hot-dipped galvanized steel.
8.	Welding: Joints must be mitered or completely welded to AWS standards and ground smooth.
9.	Sealants: High-performance non-staining silicone or polyurethane sealant at head bar and building-to-frame junctions.
10.	Sewing Thread: Gore Tenara PTFE high-tenacity fiber thread or approved equal.
C.	Fabrication:
1.	Fabricate slide on wire canopy and applicable frames in strict accordance with the reviewed shop drawings, written welding procedure specifications, and the reference standards.
2.	Tensioning: System must include adjustable turnbuckles to allow for field-tensioning and to prevent excessive cable sag over time.
D.	Finishes:
1.	Aluminum Components: Polyester Powder Coat Finish:
a.	Surface Preparation: Multi-stage chemical pretreatment using chromate or non-chrome conversion coating per AAMA 2604 standards.
b.	Primer: Epoxy-polyester or corrosion-inhibiting primer, 2.0 mils minimum DFT.
c.	Topcoat: High-performance architectural-grade polyester powder coating, meeting or exceeding AAMA 2604 requirements, 3.0 mils minimum DFT.
d.	Finish: Finish must be free of craters, pinholes, and orange peel texture, with a uniform appearance.
e.	Color: As selected from manufacturer's available stock colors.
2.	Steel Components: Polyester Powder Coat Finish:
a.	Surface Preparation: Brush-off blasting per SSPC-SP 16 or chemical pretreatment. Galvanized steel must not be water or chromate quenched. Use an outgassing forgiving primer or perform a pre-heat cycle to minimize pinholing.
b.	Primer: Epoxy-polymeric zinc-rich powder primer, 2.0 mils minimum DFT.
c.	Topcoat: High-performance architectural-grade polyester powder coating, meeting or exceeding AAMA 2604 requirements, 3.0 mils minimum DFT.
d.	Finish: Finish must be free of craters, pinholes, and orange peel texture, with a uniform appearance.
e.	Color: As selected from manufacturer's available stock colors.
PART 3    EXECUTION
3.1	EXAMINATION
A.	Do not begin installation until the substrates have been properly constructed and prepared.
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 before 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.	Field verify and measure buildings and existing structures before ordering materials.
B.	Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, approved submittals, and in proper relationship with adjacent construction.
C.	Install components in strict accordance with Drawings and reviewed shop drawings. Align and plumb installed components.
3.4	WELDING
A.	Aluminum Fabrication and Welding: 
1.	Welding must be performed using Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) or Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) per AWS D1.2.
2.	Filler metals must conform to AWS A5.10.
3.	Structural welds must not be ground flush unless explicitly indicated on the shop drawings.
4.	Where aesthetic blending is required for powder-coating or painting, grinding must be done with dedicated aluminum grinding discs, ensuring the minimum required design weld throat and tube wall thickness are maintained.
5.	Inside corners or hidden structural joints must remain unground to maximize load-bearing capacity.
B.	Galvanized Steel Fabrication and Welding:
1.	Welding per AWS D1.1.
2.	Welding electrodes must conform to AWS A5.1, rated at a minimum tensile strength of 70 KSI (482.6 MPa) with a minimum Charpy V-Notch impact value of 20 ft-lbs (27 J) at minus 20 deg F (minus 29 deg C).
3.	Before welding, zinc galvanizing layer must be mechanically ground back at least 2 inches (50.8 mm) from the weld zone on each side to prevent zinc embrittlement, cracking, and porosity.
4.	Welds must be blended smoothly into the base metal without undercutting or thinning tube profile.
5.	Immediately following welding, each burnt or exposed steel area must be thoroughly cleaned and restored with a zinc-rich primer conforming to ASTM A780/A780M before final painting or powder-coating.
3.5	DISSIMILAR METALS PROTECTION AND GALVANIC CORROSION CONTROL
A.	Where aluminum or other metals come into contact with dissimilar metals, connection points must be permanently isolated to prevent galvanic or electrolytic action.
B.	Isolation must be achieved by coating contact surfaces with a heavy application of bituminous paint, or through the use of full-surface, non-conductive, non-corrosive, non-absorptive, neoprene or nylon gaskets or spacers.
C.	For bolted connections, furnish and install nylon isolation washers to ensure fasteners do not create a conductive bridge.
D.	Installation must follow the manufacturer's written recommendations; however, such recommendations represent the minimum standard. The Aluminum Association (AA) Aluminum Design Manual governs where higher protection is required for exterior exposure.
3.6	FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A.	Field Inspection: Coordinate field inspection with appropriate sections in Division 01.
B.	Manufacturer's Services: Coordinate manufacturer's services with appropriate sections in Division 01.
3.7	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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