Chain-Link Fences and Gates ME- Building Group

SECTION 02821 - CHAIN-LINK FENCES AND GATES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1SUMMARY

  1. This Section includes the following:
  2. Galvanized steel chain-link fabric.
  3. Galvanized steel framework.
  4. Privacy slats.
  5. Barbed wire.
  6. Gate operator.
  7. Related Sections include the following:
  8. Division2 Section "Earthwork" for filling and grading work.
  9. Division16 Sections for electrical service and connections for motor operators, controls, limit switches, and other powered devices and for system disconnect switches.

1.2SUBMITTALS

  1. Product Data: Material descriptions, construction details, dimensions of individual components and profiles, and finishes for the following:
  2. Gate operators, including operating instructions.
  3. Motors: Show nameplate data, ratings, characteristics, and mounting arrangements.
  4. Shop Drawings: Show locations of fence, each gate, posts, rails, and tension wires and details of extended posts, extension arms, gate swing, or other operation, hardware, and accessories. Indicate materials, dimensions, sizes, weights, and finishes of components. Include plans, elevations, sections, gate swing and other required installation and operational clearances, and details of post anchorage and attachment and bracing.
  5. Gate Operator: Show locations and details for installing operator components, switches, and controls. Indicate motor size, electrical characteristics, drive arrangement, mounting, and grounding provisions.
  6. Wiring Diagrams: Power and control wiring, communication features, and access control features. Differentiate between manufacturer-installed and field-installed wiring and between components provided by gate operator manufacturer and those provided by others.
  7. Product Certificates: Signed by manufacturers of chain-link fences and gates certifying that products furnished comply with requirements.
  8. Qualification Data: For firms and persons specified in "Quality Assurance" Article to demonstrate their capabilities and experience. Include lists of completed projects with project names and addresses, names and addresses of architects and owners, and other information specified.
  9. Maintenance Data: For the following to include in maintenance manuals:
  10. Gate operator.

1.3QUALITY ASSURANCE

  1. Installer Qualifications: An experienced installer who has completed chain-link fences and gates similar in material, design, and extent to those indicated for this Project and whose work has resulted in construction with a record of successful in-service performance.
  2. Source Limitations for Chain-Link Fences and Gates: Obtain each color, grade, finish, type, and variety of component for chain-link fences and gates from one source with resources to provide chain-link fences and gates of consistent quality in appearance and physical properties.
  3. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA70, Article100, by a testing agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, and marked for intended use.
  4. UL Standard: Provide gate operators that comply with UL325.
  5. Emergency Access Requirements: Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction for automatic gate operators serving as a required means of access.

1.4PROJECT CONDITIONS

  1. Field Measurements: Verify layout information for chain-link fences and gates shown on Drawings in relation to property survey and existing structures. Verify dimensions by field measurements.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1CHAIN-LINK FENCE FABRIC

  1. Steel Chain-Link Fence Fabric: Height of 7 feet unless otherwise indicated on Drawings. Provide fabric fabricated in one-piece widths for fencing in height of 12 feet and less. Comply with CLFMI's "Product Manual" and with requirements indicated below:
  2. Mesh and Wire Size: 2-inch mesh, 0.148-inch (nominal 9 gage) diameter.
  3. Zinc-Coated Fabric: ASTMA392, with zinc coating applied to steel wire mesh fabric after weaving with the following minimum coating weight:
  4. Class2: Not less than 2 oz./sq. ft. of uncoated wire surface.
  5. Selvage: Twisted at top and bottom selvages.

2.2INDUSTRIAL FENCE FRAMING

  1. Round Steel Pipe: Standard weight, Schedule40, galvanized steel pipe complying with ASTMF1083. Comply with ASTMF1043, Material Design Group IA, external and internal coating TypeA, consisting of not less than 1.8-oz./sq. ft. zinc; and the requirements for Heavy Industrial Fence.
  2. End, Corner, and Pull Posts: 2.875 inch actual OD, Type l or II steel pipe.
  3. Line, and Intermediate Rails: 2.375 inch actual OD, Type I or II steel pipe.
  4. Bottom Rails: 1.660 inch actual OD, Type I or II steel pipe. Fabricate from longest practical lengths available (17 to 21 feet or longer), with swedged-end or fabricated for expansion-typecoupling, forming a continuous rail along chain-link fabric.
  5. Post Brace Rails: 1.660 inch actual OD, Type I or II steel pipe. Provide brace rail with truss rod assembly for each gate, end, and pull post. Provide two brace rails extending in opposing directions, each with truss rod assembly, for each corner post and for pull posts. Provide rail ends and clamps for attaching rails to posts.

2.3TENSION WIRE

  1. General: Provide horizontal tension wire at the following locations:
  2. Location: Extended along top of fence fabric.
  3. Metallic-Coated Steel Wire: 0.177-inch-diameter, marcelled tension wire complying with ASTMA824 and the following:
  4. Coating: TypeII, zinc coated (galvanized) with the following minimum coating weight:
  5. Class2: Not less than 1.2 oz./sq. ft. of uncoated wire surface.

2.4INDUSTRIAL SWING GATES

  1. General: Comply with ASTMF900 for the swing-gate types indicated on the Drawings.
  2. Metal Pipe and Tubing: Galvanized steel. Comply with ASTMF1083 and ASTMF1043 for materials and protective coatings.
  3. Frames: Fabricate members from either round galvanized steel tubing having minimum 1.90 inch actual OD, or 2 inch square steel tubing weighing 2.52 lb. per sq. ft.
  4. Corner Construction: Welded
  5. Braces: Diagonal cross-bracing of 5/16-inch-diameter, adjustable truss rods for panels 5 feet wide or wider.
  6. Gate Posts: Fabricate members from round galvanized steel pipe with actual outside dimension and minimum weight for the following gate leaf widths:
  7. Up To And Including 6 Feet: 2.875 inches, 4.64 lbs. per ft.
  8. Over 6 Feet, Up To And Including 12 Feet: 4.0 inches, 8.65 lbs. per ft.
  9. Over 12 Feet, Up To And Including 18 Feet: 6.625 inches, 18.02 lbs. per ft.
  10. Over 18 Feet, Up To And Including 24 Feet: 8.625 inches, 27.12 lbs. per ft.
  11. Extended Gate Posts and Frame Members: Extend gate posts and frame end members above top of chain-link fabric at both ends of gate frame 12 inches as required to attach barbed wire assemblies.
  12. Hardware: Provide galvanized hardware and accessories for each gate according to the following:
  13. Latches permitting operation from both sides of gate, hinges, and, for each gate leaf more than 5 feet wide, keepers. Fabricate latches with integral eye openings for padlocking; padlock accessible from both sides of gate.
  14. Hinges: Size and material to suit gate size, non-lift-off type, offset to permit 180-degree gate opening. Provide 1-1/2 pair of hinges for each leaf over 6-foot nominal height.
  15. Keeper: Provide a keeper for vehicle gates that automatically engages gate leaf and holds it in the open position until manually released.
  16. Gate Stops: Provide gate stops for double gates consisting of mushroom-type flush plate with anchors, set in concrete, and designed to engage a center drop rod or plunger bar. Include a locking device and padlock eyes as an integral part of the latch, permitting both gate leaves to be locked with a single padlock.

2.5INDUSTRIAL HORIZONTAL SLIDE GATES

  1. General: Comply with ASTMF1184 for the following slide-gate types:
  2. Classification: TypeII Cantilever Slide, Class2 with internal roller assemblies.
  3. Metal Pipe and Tubing: Galvanized steel. Comply with ASTMF1083 and ASTMF1043 for materials and protective coatings.
  4. Frames and Bracing: Fabricate from round galvanized steel tubing with outside dimension and weight according to ASTMF1184 for the following gate characteristics:
  5. Gate Fabric Height by Opening Width: All fabric heights by over 4 feet.
  6. Frame Corner Construction: As follows:
  7. Type II Cantilever Slide Gates: Welded.
  8. Gate Posts: Fabricate members from round galvanized steel pipe with actual outside dimension and minimum weight for the following gate leaf widths:
  9. Opening Width Up To And Including 12 Feet: 2.875 inches, 4.64 lbs. per ft.
  10. Opening Width Over 12 Feet, But Not Over 30 Feet: 4.0 inches, 6.56 lbs. per ft.
  11. Extended Gate Posts and Frame Members: Extend gate posts and frame end members above top of chain-link fabric at both ends of gate frame 12 inches as required to attach barbed wire assemblies.
  12. Guide Posts and Roller Guards: As required per ASTMF1184 for TypeII, Class1 gates.
  13. Hardware: Latches permitting operation from both sides of gate, locking devices, hangers, roller assemblies and stops fabricated from either galvanized steel or galvanized malleable iron. Fabricate latches with integral eye openings for padlocking; padlock accessible from both sides of gate.

2.6FITTINGS

  1. General: Provide fittings for a complete fence installation, including special fittings for corners. Comply with ASTMF626.
  2. Post and Line Caps: Hot-dip galvanized pressed steel or hot-dip galvanized cast iron. Provide weathertight closure cap for each post.
  3. Provide line post caps with loop to receive tension wire.
  4. Rail and Brace Ends: Hot-dip galvanized pressed steel or hot-dip galvanized cast iron. Provide rail ends or other means for attaching rails securely to each gate, corner, pull, and end post.
  5. Rail Fittings: Provide the following:
  6. Rail Clamps: Hot-dip galvanized pressed steel. Provide line and corner boulevard clamps for connecting intermediate or bottom rails in the fence line to line posts.
  7. Tension and Brace Bands: Hot-dip galvanized pressed steel.
  8. Tension Bars: Hot-dip galvanized steel, length not less than 2 inches shorter than full height of chain-link fabric. Provide one bar for each gate and end post, and two for each corner and pull post, unless fabric is integrally woven into post.
  9. Barbed Wire Arms: Hot-dip galvanized pressed steel or hot-dip galvanized cast iron. Provide the following type, according to ASTMF626, with clips, slots, or other means for attaching strands of barbed wire, and means for either attaching to posts or integral with post cap; one for each post, unless otherwise indicated. Provide line posts with arms designed with opening to accommodate top rail or tension wire. Provide corner arms at fence corner posts, unless extended posts are indicated.
  10. TypeI, single slanted arm.
  11. Tie Wires, Clips, and Fasteners: Provide the following types according to ASTMF626:
  12. Standard Round Wire Ties: For attaching chain-link fabric to posts, rails, and frames, complying with the following:
  13. Hot-Dip Galvanized Steel: 0.106-inch-diameter wire; galvanized coating thickness matching coating thickness of chain-link fence fabric.
  14. Pipe Sleeves: For posts set into concrete, provide preset hot-dip galvanized steel pipe sleeves complying with ASTMA53, not less than 6 inches long with inside dimensions not less than 1/2 inch more than outside dimension of post, and flat steel plate forming bottom closure.

2.7PRIVACY SLATS

  1. Material: PVC, UV light stabilized, flame resistant, 4 ply, not less than 0.006 inch thick; sized to fit mesh specified for direction indicated.
  2. Color: As selected by Architect/Engineer from manufacturer's full range.

2.8BARBED WIRE

  1. Zinc-Coated Steel Barbed Wire: Comply with ASTMA121, Chain-Link Fence grade for the following two-strand barbed wire:
  2. Standard Size and Construction: 0.099-inch-diameter line wire with 0.080-inch-diameter, 2-point round barbs spaced not more than 5 inches o.c.

2.9GATE OPERATOR

  1. Swing and slide gate operators shall be 480 volt, 3 phase, 60 Hertz, complete with control panel, disconnect, 120 volt control power transformer, all starting equipment, and one set of normally open and normally closed auxiliary contacts.
  2. Manufacturer: Operator Specialty Co., Inc. or approved substitute.
  3. Swing Gate Operator: Include reversible electric motor, speed reduction unit, brake safety clutch, limit switches, magnetic reversing controller, gate linkage and brackets, quick disconnect, weatherproof cover, and steel base. Size motor horsepower according to gate supplier’s requirements.
  4. Sliding Gate Operator: Include reversible electric motor, speed reduction unit, brake safety clutch, limit switches, switch box assembly, drive sprockets, brackets, and roller chain. Size motor horsepower according to gate supplier’s requirements.

2.10CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

  1. Materials: Portland cement complying with ASTMC150 Type I, aggregates complying with ASTMC33, and potable water for ready-mixed concrete complying with ASTMC94. Measure, batch, and mix Project-site-mixed concrete according to ASTMC94.
  2. Concrete Mixes: Normal-weight concrete air entrained with not less than 3000-psi compressive strength (28 days), 3-inch slump, and 1-inch maximum size aggregate.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1EXAMINATION

  1. Examine areas and conditions, with Installer present, for compliance with requirements for site clearing, earthwork, pavement work, and other conditions affecting performance.
  2. Do not begin installation before final grading is completed, unless otherwise permitted by Architect/Engineer.
  3. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

3.2PREPARATION

  1. Stake locations of fence lines, gates, and terminal posts. Do not exceed intervals of 500 feet or line of sight between stakes. Indicate locations of utilities, lawn sprinkler system, underground structures, benchmarks, and property monuments.

3.3INSTALLATION, GENERAL

  1. General: Install chain-link fencing to comply with ASTMF567 and more stringent requirements specified.
  2. Post Excavation: Drill or hand-excavate holes for posts to diameters and spacing indicated, in firm, undisturbed or compacted soil.
  3. Post Setting: Hand-excavate holes for post foundations in firm, undisturbed or compacted soil. Set terminal post, corner post, pull post (bracing post) and gate operator-mounting posts in concrete footing; drive all other posts (line posts) into the ground to required depths. Protect portion of posts aboveground from concrete splatter. Place concrete around posts and vibrate or tamp for consolidation. Using mechanical devices to set line posts per ASTMF567 is permitted. Verify that posts are set plumb, aligned, and at correct height and spacing, and hold in position during placement and finishing operations until concrete is sufficiently cured.
  4. Dimensions and Profile: As indicated on Drawings.
  5. Exposed Concrete Footings: Extend concrete 1inches above grade, smooth, and shape to shed water.
  6. Posts Set into Concrete in Sleeves: Use steel pipe sleeves preset and anchored into concrete for installing posts. After posts have been inserted into sleeves, fill annular space between post and sleeve with nonshrink, nonmetallic grout, mixed and placed to comply with anchoring material manufacturer's written instructions, and finished sloped to drain water away from post.

3.4CHAIN-LINK FENCE INSTALLATION

  1. Terminal Posts: Locate terminal end, corner, and gate posts per ASTMF567 and terminal pull posts at changes in horizontal or vertical alignment of 15 degrees or more.
  2. Line Posts: Space line posts uniformly at 10 feet o.c., unless otherwise directed.
  3. Post Bracing Assemblies: Install according to ASTMF567, maintaining plumb position and alignment of fencing. Install braces at end and gate post and at both sides of corner and pull posts. Locate horizontal braces at mid-height of fabric on fences with top rail and at two-thirds fabric height on fences without top rail. Install so posts are plumb when diagonal rod is under proper tension.
  4. Tension Wire: Install according to ASTMF567, maintaining plumb position and alignment of fencing. Pull wire taut, without sags. Fasten fabric to tension wire with 0.120-inch-diameter hog rings of same material and finish as fabric wire, spaced a maximum of 24 inches o.c. Install tension wire in locations indicated before stretching fabric.
  5. Top Tension Wire: Install tension wire through post cap loops.
  6. Intermediate Rails: Install in one piece at post-height center span, spanning between posts, using fittings, special offset fittings, and accessories.
  7. Bottom Rails: Install, spanning between posts, using fittings and accessories.
  8. Chain-Link Fabric: Apply fabric to inside of enclosing framework. Leave 1 inch between finish grade or surface and bottom selvage, unless otherwise indicated. Pull fabric taut and tie to posts, rails, and tension wires. Anchor to framework so fabric remains under tension after pulling force is released.
  9. Tension or Stretcher Bars: Thread through fabric and secure to end, corner, pull, and gate posts with tension bands spaced not more than 15 inches o.c.
  10. Tie Wires: Use wire of proper length to firmly secure fabric to line posts and rails. Attach wire at one end to chain-link fabric, wrap wire around post a minimum of 180 degrees, and attach other end to chain-link fabric per ASTMF626. Bend ends of wire to minimize hazard to individuals and clothing.
  11. Maximum Spacing: Tie fabric to line posts 12 inches o.c. and to braces 24 inches o.c.
  12. Fasteners: Install nuts for tension bands and carriage bolts on the side of the fence opposite the fabric side. Peen ends of bolts or score threads to prevent removal of nuts.
  13. Privacy Slats: Install slats in direction indicated, securely locked in place.
  14. Barbed Wire: Install barbed wire uniformly spaced angled toward security side of fence. Pull wire taut and install securely to extension arms and secure to end post or terminal arms.

3.5GATE INSTALLATION

  1. General: Install gates according to manufacturer's written instructions, level, plumb, and secure for full opening without interference. Attach fabric as for fencing. Attach hardware using tamper-resistant or concealed means. Install ground-set items in concrete for anchorage. Adjust hardware for smooth operation and lubricate where necessary.

3.6GATE OPERATOR INSTALLATION