SECTION 05 12 00

STRUCTURAL STEEL THERMAL BREAKS

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PART 1    GENERAL
1.1	SECTION INCLUDES
A.	Structural thermal breaks for bolted structural steel connections.
1.2	RELATED SECTIONS
A.	Section 05 12 23 - Structural Steel for Buildings: Bolted structural steel connections.
1.3	REFERENCE STANDARDS
1.4	Specifier Notes: List reference standards used elsewhere in this Section, complete with designations and titles. Delete reference standards from the following list not used in the edited Section.
A.	ASTM International (ASTM):
1.	ASTM C 177 - Standard Test Method for Steady-State Heat Flux Measurements and Thermal Transmission Properties by Means of the Guarded-Hot-Plate Apparatus.
2.	ASTM D 638 - Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics.
3.	ASTM D 695 - Standard Test Method for Compressive Properties of Rigid Plastics.
4.	ASTM D 696 - Standard Test Method for Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion of Plastics Between -30 degrees C and 30 degrees C With a Vitreous Silica Dilatometer.
5.	ASTM D 732 - Standard Test Method for Shear Strength of Plastics by Punch Tool.
6.	ASTM D 790 - Standard Test Methods for Flexural Properties of Unreinforced and Reinforced Plastics and Electrical Insulating Materials.
7.	ASTM D 2863 - Standard Test Method for Measuring the Minimum Oxygen Concentration to Support Candle-Like Combustion of Plastics (Oxygen Index).
B.	International Organization for Standardization (ISO) (www.iso.org ):
C.	ISO 9001 - Quality management systems - Requirements.
1.5	SUBMITTALS
A.	Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00.
B.	Product Data: Submit manufacturer's product literature, including connection design examples.
1.	Shop Drawings: Submit drawings, indicating:
a.	Dimensions and locations of structural thermal break plates, structural thermal break washers, and bushings.
b.	Size and location of holes in structural thermal break plates.
c.	OD and ID for structural thermal break washers and bushings.
d.	Structural steel connection details, including bolt and washer sizes.
C.	Manufacturer's Certification: Submit manufacturer's certification that materials comply with specified requirements and are suitable for intended application.
D.	Warranty Documentation: Submit manufacturer's standard warranty.
1.6	QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.	Manufacturer's Qualifications:
1.	Manufacturer regularly engaged in the manufacturing of structural thermal breaks of similar type to that specified for a minimum of 10 years.
2.	ISO 9001 certified company.
B.	Installer's Qualifications:
1.	Installer regularly engaged in erection of structural steel framing of similar type to that specified for a minimum of 5 years.
2.	Use persons trained for erection of structural steel framing.
C.	Source Limitations: Provide each type of product from a single manufacturing source to ensure uniformity.
1.7	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.
B.	Review the Following:
1.	Materials.
2.	Installation.
3.	Adjusting.
4.	Protection.
5.	Coordination with other Work.
C.	Contact manufacturer with any questions.
1.8	DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A.	Delivery Requirements: Deliver materials to site in manufacturer's original, unopened containers and packaging, with labels clearly identifying product name, manufacturer, and installation locations if needed.
B.	Storage and Handling Requirements:
1.	Store and handle materials in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
2.	Keep materials in manufacturer's original, unopened containers and packaging until installation.
3.	Store materials in clean, dry area indoors.
4.	Do not store materials directly on floor or ground.
5.	Store materials out of direct sunlight.
6.	Keep materials from freezing.
7.	Protect materials during storage, handling, and installation to prevent damage.
1.9	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.
1.10	WARRANTY
A.	Manufacturer's standard limited warranty unless indicated otherwise.
PART 2    PRODUCTS
2.1	MANUFACTURERS
A.	Acceptable Manufacturer: Fabreeka, which is located at:<BR />1023 Turnpike St.<BR />Stoughton, MA 02072<BR />Toll Free Tel: 800-322-7352<BR />Tel: 781-341-3655<BR />Fax: 781-341-3983<BR />Email: request info (info@fabreeka.com);Web: https://www.fabreeka.com 
B.	Substitutions: Not permitted.
C.	Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with the provisions of Section 01 60 00.
2.2	THERMAL BREAKS
A.	Basis of Design: Fabreeka-TIM as manufactured by Fabreeka International Inc. A structural thermal break/insulation manufactured from fiberglass reinforced laminate composite; prevents thermal bridging in structural connections.
1.	Load Bearing: Used between flanged steel structural moment connections.
2.	Maintains structural integrity of a connection while reducing energy loss.
3.	Load Requirements: Refer to Drawings.
4.	Material: Fiberglass-reinforced laminate composite.
a.	ICC compliant.
b.	US: ESL-1164 compliant.
c.	Canada: ESL-1165 compliant.
d.	RoHS II compliant.
e.	EU: REACH compliant.
f.	Thickness: 1/4 inches (6.4 mm). Heat Flow Resistance, R-Value: 0.14.
g.	Thickness: 1/2 inches (12.7 mm). Heat Flow Resistance, R-Value: 0.28.
h.	Thickness: 3/4 inches (19.1 mm). Heat Flow Resistance, R-Value: 0.42.
i.	Thickness: 1 inches (25.4 mm). Heat Flow Resistance, R-Value: 0.56.
j.	Thickness: 2 inches (50.8 mm). Heat Flow Resistance, R-Value: 1.12.
k.	Color: Green.
5.	Material Properties:
a.	Tensile Strength per ASTM D638: 11,000 psi (75.8 MPa).
b.	Flexural Strength per ASTM D790: 25,000 psi (172.4 MPa).
c.	Compressive Strength per ASTM D695: 38,900 psi (268.2 MPa).
d.	Compressive Modulus per ASTM D695:
1)	1/2 inch (12.7 mm) Thick: 291,194 psi (2,007.7 MPa).
2)	1 inch (25.4 mm) Thick: 519,531 psi (3,582.0 MPa).
e.	Shear Strength per ASTM D732: 15,000 psi (103.4 MPa).
f.	Oxygen Index per ASTM D2863: 21.8 percent.
g.	Coefficient of Thermal Expansion per ASTM D696: 2.2.
h.	Coefficient of Thermal Expansion per ASTM D2863: 21.8.
i.	Thermal Conductivity per ASTM C177: 1.8 BTU / Hour / sq ft / inch / degree F (0.259 W / m x degree K).
j.	Density: 107.83 lbs per cu ft (1727 Kg per cu meters).
k.	Operating Temperature Range: -20 to 250 degrees F (-29 to 121 degrees C).
l.	Coefficient of Friction, Fabreeka-TIM to Steel with Surface Roughness of 1.4 micro inches:
1)	At 5,000 psi (34.5 MPa): 0.27.
2)	At 10,000 psi (69 MPa): 0.26.
3)	Delete options not required.
B.	Basis of Design: Fabreeka-TIM RF Series as manufactured by Fabreeka International Inc. A a high density, closed cell rigid polyurethane foam used as an effective thermal break for a variety of building envelope and cold storage applications. It is manufactured in several densities to support a range of load conditions. Product is only to be used in non-moment connections.
1.	Product: Fabreeka-TIM RF - 2150.
a.	Ultimate Compressive Stress per ASTM D1621/EN 826: 2,150 psi (1481 MPa).
b.	Compressive Modulus per ASTM D1621/EN 827: 49,310 psi (340 MPa).
c.	Thermal Conductivity per ASTM C518/ EN 12667: 0.47 BTU.in / hr x sq ft x degree F (68 mW / mK).
d.	R value per inch per ASTM C518/ EN 12667: 1.9 hr sq ft degrees F per BTU.
e.	Fire Reaction Class per DIN 4102: B3.
f.	Operating Temperature: -328 to 176 degrees F (-200 to 80 degrees C).
g.	Density: 28 lbs per cu ft (450 kg per cu m).
h.	Color: Brown.
2.	Product: Fabreeka-TIM RF - 1020.
a.	Ultimate Compressive Stress per ASTM D1621/EN 826: 1,020 psi (7 MPa).
b.	Compressive Modulus per ASTM D1621/EN 827: 26,830 psi (185 MPa).
c.	Thermal Conductivity per ASTM C518/ EN 12667: 0.35 BTU.in / hr x sq ft x degree F (50.5 mW / mK).
d.	R value per inch per ASTM C518/ EN 12667: 2.6 hr sq ft degrees F per BTU.
e.	Fire Reaction Class per DIN 4102: B3.
f.	Operating Temperature: -328 to 176 degrees F (-200 to 80 degrees C).
g.	Density: 20 lbs per cu ft (320 kg per cu m).
h.	Color: Beige.
3.	Product: Fabreeka-TIM RF - 640.
a.	Ultimate Compressive Stress per ASTM D1621/EN 826: 640 psi (4.4 MPa).
b.	Compressive Modulus per ASTM D1621/EN 827: 18,130 psi (125 MPa).
c.	Thermal Conductivity per ASTM C518/ EN 12667: 0.29 BTU.in / hr x sq ft x degree F (42.5 mW / mK).
d.	R value per inch per ASTM C518/ EN 12667: 3.10 hr sq ft degrees F per BTU.
e.	Fire Reaction Class per DIN 4102: B3.
f.	Operating Temperature: -328 to 176 degrees F (-200 to 80 degrees C).
g.	Density: 15 lbs per cu ft (240 kg per cu m).
h.	Color: Mint.
C.	Basis of Design: Fabreeka-TIM LT15 as manufactured by Fabreeka International Inc. A structural thermal break/insulation manufactured for 1,500 psi loading. It provides a better thermal insulation than vinyl and plastics, reduce corrosion between dissimilar metal elements, and is made from recycled materials. Product is only to be used in non-moment connections, not for structural connections.
1.	Thermal Conductivity: 0.792 Btu / Hour / sq ft / inch / degree F (0.114 W/mk). 
2.	Maximum Compressive Operating Load: 1,500 psi (10.33 MPA).
3.	Operating Temperature Range: -40 to 158 degrees F (-40 degrees C to 70 degrees C).
4.	Nominal Thickness: 1/8 inch (3.175 mm).
5.	Nominal Thickness: 1/4 inch (6.35 mm).
6.	Color: Black.
7.	Connection Type: Shim or spacer.
D.	Basis of Design: Washers and Bushings made from Fabreeka-TIM material as manufactured by Fabreeka International Inc. Thermal break washers for the bolted connections between external and internal steelwork.
1.	Load Requirements: Refer to Drawings.
2.	Material Properties:
a.	Tensile Strength per ASTM D638: 11,000 psi (75.8 MPa).
b.	Flexural Strength per ASTM D790: 25,000 psi (172.4 MPa).
c.	Compressive Strength per ASTM D695: 38,900 psi (268.2 MPa).
d.	Compressive Modulus per ASTM D695:
1)	1/2 inch (12.7 mm) Thick: 291,194 psi (2,007.7 MPa).
2)	1 inch (25.4 mm) Thick: 519,531 psi (3,582.0 MPa).
e.	Shear Strength per ASTM D732: 15,000 psi (103.4 MPa).
f.	Oxygen Index per ASTM D2863: 21.8 percent.
g.	Coefficient of Thermal Expansion per ASTM D696: 2.2.
h.	Coefficient of Thermal Expansion per ASTM D2863: 21.8.
i.	Thermal Conductivity per ASTM C177: 1.8 BTU / Hour / sq ft / inch / degree F (0.259 W / m x degree K).
j.	Density: 107.83 lbs per cu ft (1727 Kg per cu meters).
k.	Operating Temperature Range: -20 to 250 degrees F (-29 to 121 degrees C).
l.	Coefficient of Friction, Fabreeka-TIM to Steel with Surface Roughness of 1.4 micro inches:
1)	At 5,000 psi (34.5 MPa): 0.27.
2)	At 10,000 psi (69 MPa): 0.26.
m.	Color: Green.
3.	Washer Thickness: 1/4 inch (6.4 mm). Heat Flow Resistance, R-Value: 0.14.
4.	Bushing Length: Determined by thickness of steel end plates for a bolted connection.
5.	Steel Washers Used with Fabreeka-TIM Washers and Bushings: Must be Grade 8 and cover entire top and bottom surface of the Fabreeka-TIM washer, or failure of the Fabreeka-TIM washer may result.
6.	Bolt Size: 3/16 inch (M5):
a.	Washer O.D.: 9/16 inch (14.29 mm). Washer I.D.: 1/4 inch (6.40 mm).
b.	Bushing O.D.: 1/2 inch (12.7 mm). Bushing I.D.: 1/4 inch (6.4 mm).
7.	Bolt Size: 1/4 inch (M6):
a.	Washer O.D.: 3/4 inch (19.05 mm). Washer I.D.: 5/16 inch (7.94 mm).
b.	Bushing O.D.: 9/16 inch (14.29 mm). Bushing I.D.: 5/16 inch (7.94 mm).
8.	Bolt Size: 5/16 inch (M8):
a.	Washer O.D.: 7/8 inch (22.23 mm). Washer I.D.: 3/8 inch (9.53 mm).
b.	Bushing O.D.: 5/8 inch (15.88 mm). Bushing I.D.: 3/8 inch (9.53 mm).
9.	Bolt Size: 3/8 inch (M10):
a.	Washer O.D.: 1 inch (25.40 mm). Washer I.D.: 7/16 inch (11.11 mm).
b.	Bushing O.D.: 11/16 inch (17.46 mm). Bushing I.D.: 7/16 inch (11.11mm).
10.	Bolt Size: 7/16 inch (M12):
a.	Washer O.D.: 1-1/4 inch (31.75 mm). Washer I.D.: 1/2 inch (12.7 mm).
b.	Bushing O.D.: 3/4 inch (19.05 mm). Bushing I.D.: 1/2 inch (12.7 mm).
11.	Bolt Size: 1/2 inch (M12):
a.	Washer O.D.: 1-3/8 inch (34.93 mm). Washer I.D.: 9/16 inch (14.29 mm).
b.	Bushing O.D.: 13/16 inch (20.64 mm). Bushing I.D.: 9/16 inch (14.29 mm).
12.	Bolt Size: 9/16 inch (M14):
a.	Washer O.D.: 1-1/2 inch (38.10 mm). Washer I.D.: 5/8 inch (15.88 mm).
b.	Bushing O.D.: 7/8 inch (22.23 mm). Bushing I.D.: 5/8 inch (15.88 mm).
13.	Bolt Size: 5/8 inch (M16):
a.	Washer O.D.: 1-3/4 inch (44.5 mm). Washer I.D.: 11/16 inch (17.46 mm).
b.	Bushing O.D.: 15/16 inch (23.81 mm). Bushing I.D.: 11/16 inch (17.46 mm).
14.	Bolt Size: 3/4 inch (M20):
a.	Washer O.D.: 2 inch (50.80 mm). Washer I.D.: 13/16 inch (20.64 mm).
b.	Bushing O.D.: 1-1/16 inch (26.99 mm). Bushing I.D.: 13/16 inch (20.64 mm).
15.	Bolt Size: 7/8 inch (M22):
a.	Washer O.D.: 2-1/4 inch (57.15 mm). Washer I.D.: 15/16 inch (23.81 mm).
b.	Bushing O.D.: 1-3/16 inch (30.16 mm). Bushing I.D.: 15/16 inch (23.81 mm).
16.	Bolt Size: 1 inch (M25):
a.	Washer O.D.: 2-1/2 inch (63.5 mm). Washer I.D.: 1-1/16 inch (26.99 mm).
b.	Bushing O.D.: 1-5/16 inch (33.34 mm). Bushing I.D.: 1-1/16 inch (26.99 mm).
PART 3    EXECUTION
3.1	EXAMINATION
A.	Do not begin installation until the substrates have been properly constructed and prepared.
1.	Examine locations to receive structural thermal breaks.
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 structural thermal breaks in accordance with Structural Engineer's instructions at locations indicated on the Drawings.
B.	Install sizes of structural thermal break plates, washers, and bushings as indicated on the Drawings.
C.	Install hardened USS Grade 8 flat washers on both sides of thermal break washers in accordance with Structural Engineer's instructions.
D.	Steel Washer OD: Greater than or equal to thermal break washer OD.
E.	Install bushings into oversized holes in steel end plates to accept OD of bushings.
F.	Bolted Structural Steel Connections: Install bolted structural steel connections as specified in Section 05 12 23.
G.	Bolt torque values are provided by Structural Engineer and are determined by required clamping force, proper tension of bolts, and long-term creep.
3.4	ADJUSTING
A.	Remove and replace with new material, damaged components that cannot be successfully repaired, as determined by Architect or Structural Engineer.
3.5	PROTECTION
A.	Protect Work of this Section from damage until Substantial Completion.

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