SECTION 06 73 00

COMPOSITE DECKING

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PART 1    GENERAL
1.1	SECTION INCLUDES
A.	Composite decking.
1.2	RELATED SECTIONS
A.	Section 06 10 00 - Rough Carpentry.
1.3	REFERENCES
A.	JIS Japanese International Standards (JIS).
1.4	SUBMITTALS
A.	Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements.
B.	Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:
1.	Manufacturer's printed installation instructions, showing required preparation and installation procedures.
2.	Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
3.	Installation methods including anchorage details.
4.	Cleaning and maintenance instructions.
C.	Shop Drawings: Provide shop drawings indicating details of construction, anchorage and installation. Include statement that anchorage methods comply with applicable building codes and loadings for the type of framing and condition of the supporting construction and details.
D.	Verification Samples: For each product specified, two samples 6 inches in length, representing materials, colors, patterns, textures, and finishes to be installed.
1.	Closeout Submittals: Documentation of manufacturer's warranty.
1.5	QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.	Installer: Minimum 2 years experience with similar drainage mat materials.
B.	Mock-Up: Provide a mock-up for evaluation of surface preparation techniques and application workmanship.
1.	Finish areas designated by Architect.
2.	Do not proceed with remaining work until workmanship and appearance are approved by Architect.
3.	Subject to approval by Architect, mock-up may be retained as part of finish work.
C.	Pre-Installation Meetings: Conduct pre-installation meetings to verify project requirements, substrate conditions, construction documents, details and manufacturer's warranty requirements.
1.6	DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A.	Delivery: Deliver materials in manufacturer's original, unopened, undamaged rolls/pallets with identification labels intact.
B.	Storage and Protection: Store materials protected from exposure to harmful environmental conditions and at temperature and humidity conditions recommended by the manufacturer.
1.7	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.
1.8	WARRANTY
A.	Manufacturer's Warranty: Manufacturer's standard limited non prorated 10 year warranty.
PART 2    PRODUCTS
2.1	MANUFACTURERS
A.	Acceptable Manufacturer: Geolam, Inc. , which is located at:<BR />9 Shorncliffe Ave.<BR />Toronto, ON, Canada M4V 1S9<BR />Toll Free Tel: 877-627-3530<BR />Tel: 416-407-3398<BR />Fax: 416-548-7894<BR />Email: request info (info@geolaminc.com);Web: https://usa.geolam.com 
B.	Substitutions: Not permitted.
C.	Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01 60 00 - Product Requirements.
2.2	COMPOSITE DECKING
A.	Basis of Design: Qualita 020C Wood Hybrid Decking as manufactured by Geolam.
1.	Co-extrusion of wood composite.
2.	Physical Properties:
a.	Technology: 2G co-extruded.
b.	Tolerances in mm: Plus 0.5 / minus 1.5.
c.	Span Rating: 24 inch (610 mm) o.c.
d.	Water Absorption Property: Coefficient 0.1 percent / Length (ratio of change): 0 percent.
e.	Strength:
1)	Bending Strength: 35 to 40 Mpa.
2)	Charpy Impact: 6 to 7 Kj/m2.
3)	Young's Modulus: 4500 Mpa.
f.	Temperature Characteristics:
1)	Bending Strength: 101.7 degrees C.
2)	Linear Expansion Coefficient: 0.00004.
g.	Skid Resistance:
1)	Dry: 0.070.
2)	Wet: 0.071.
3)	Wet plus Dust: 0.42.
3.	Hollow Cell Profile Dimensions:
a.	Width: 5-1/2 in (145 mm).
b.	Depth: 1-1/4 in (30 mm).
4.	Weight: 2.21 lbs per ft.
5.	Color: Teak.
6.	Color: Rosewood.
7.	Color: Ebony.
8.	Color: Moleskin.
B.	Basis of Design: Qualita 020E Wood Hybrid Decking as manufactured by Geolam.
1.	Co-extrusion of wood composite.
2.	Physical Properties:
a.	Technology: 2G co-extruded.
b.	Tolerances in mm: Plus 0.5 / minus 1.5.
c.	Span Rating: 24 inch (610 mm) o.c.
d.	Water Absorption Property: Coefficient 0.1 percent / Length (ratio of change): 0 percent.
e.	Strength:
1)	Bending Strength: 35 to 40 Mpa.
2)	Charpy Impact: 6 to 7 Kj/m2.
3)	Young's Modulus: 4500 Mpa.
f.	Temperature Characteristics:
1)	Bending Strength: 101.7 degrees C.
2)	Linear Expansion Coefficient: 0.00004.
g.	Skid Resistance:
1)	Dry: 0.070.
2)	Wet: 0.071.
3)	Wet plus Dust: 0.42.
3.	Hollow Cell Profile Dimensions:
a.	Width: 5-1/2 in (145 mm).
b.	Depth: 1-1/4 in (30 mm).
4.	Weight: 2.21 lbs per ft.
5.	Color: Teak.
6.	Color: Rosewood.
7.	Color: Ebony.
8.	Color: Moleskin.
PART 3    INSTALLATION
3.1	EXAMINATION AND PREPARATION
A.	Examine existing conditions and do not proceed with installation until substrates have been properly prepared and deviations from manufacturer's recommended tolerances are corrected. Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the best result for the substrate under the project conditions.
B.	If preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect in writing of deviations from manufacturer's recommended installation tolerances and conditions.
C.	Commencement of installation constitutes acceptance of conditions.
3.2	INSTALLATION
A.	Install in accordance with manufacturer's written instructions and recommendations including but not limited to the following.
B.	Decking:
1.	Support Frame Spacing:
a.	Deck Boards 90 Degrees to Support Joists:
1)	Qualita 020 Deck Boards: 24 in (600 mm) on center, maximum.
b.	Deck Boards at Angle Other Than 90 degrees to Support Joist:
1)	Maximum 16 in (406 mm) on center.
2.	Deck Boards Used as Stair Treads:
a.	Install with maximum span relative to board being used.
b.	Installed in a minimum two-span condition.
c.	Grooved deck boards may not be used as stair treads.
3.	Face-Fastened Decking: Screws at each support.
a.	Minimum Edge and End Fastener Distance:
1)	From Board Edge: 0.75 inches (19 mm).
2)	From Board End: 1.5 inch (38 mm).
C.	Protect installed work from damage due to subsequent construction activity on the site.
D.	Clean using materials recommended by the manufacturer to remove stains, dirt and debris prior to final acceptance.

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