Dear specifier,
You are permitted by DTAC to reproduce, reprint and distribute the information as detailed in this document. The following information for the relative DTAC product is for your commercial use on specifications, documentation, and scheduling only.
In choosing to use this document DTAC asks that you maintain the specification text in full. This will ensure the integrity of the description of the DTAC product to verify authenticity, accuracy and detail of your documentation.
If you require any further assistance please contact DTAC and one of our TGSI consultants will assist you.
T 1300 793 478 F 1300 780 628
DTAC Pty Ltd
© November 2009
PRODUCT Range
SLIP RESISTANT BUTTONS - (Buttons & Bars)
For Technical Data Sheets (TDS) to assist in specific product suitability onsite,
go to www.dtac.com.au/product
MATERIAL, MANUFACTURING & ORIGIN
Metal - Extruded Solid 316 Marine Grade Stainless Steel or Extruded Brass with the product made in Australia. Manufacturing shall be by CNC Formed with Engraved/Milled or Etched method of Type (if applicable) and completed to a mill finish.
Polymer - Thermoplastic Polyolefin Elastomer with a pigmented blend of Glass & Mineral Filled Nylons constructed with powerful Light Stabilsers (UV) and thermal binders with the product made in Australia. Manufacturing shall be conducted with an injection-molded method and completed to a mill finish
A Certificate of Origin from the Slip Prevention Product manufacturer shall be made available from DTAC or the equivalent Slip Prevention Product Company provider to authenticate the material integrity.
STANDARDS
Product and installation must be compliant to:
– The Building Code of Australia
– HB 197 (1999)
– 4586 (2004)
Dimensions for S (other dimensions on TDS)
Thickness: Button & Bar 2.5 to 3.0mm – 28mm Diameter
When Installed: Button - 2.5 to 3.0mm above Surface
When Installed: Bar - 2.5 to 3.0mm above Surface
Fixing: 2 Part Water Proof Epoxy Resin of Pressure –fit Method
QUALITY ASSURANCE, TESTING AND COMPLIANCE
DTAC or the equivalent Slip Prevention Product Company must provide a documented quality assurance system for the product/s and its installations. This will include the following independent product testing:
SAMPLING
DTAC or the equivalent Slip Prevention Product Company must provide a demonstration sample/s of the product/s to be installed into the finished substrate/surface with the correct application method to be proven for the installation prior to the awarding of a contract.
PUBLIC, PRODUCT AND PROFESSIONAL INDEMNITY INSURANCES
As there will be much advice and consultation required for the project
in relation to Slip Prevention, DTAC or an equivalent Slip Prevention Product company must provide the following certificates of currency and maintain them for a minimum of 10 years after the works have completed:
– Public liability no less than $20,000,000
– Product liability no less than $20,000,000
– Professional indemnity and civil liability no less than $1,000,000
SITE NOTE – PROJECT SPECIFIC
DTAC or an equivalent Slip Prevention Product Company shall provide a documented site inspection prior to installation to determine the application and installation method is applicable to the substrate/surface specified prior to any commencement of installation works on this project.
WARRANTIES
In addition to the statutory requirements of the Australian Fair Trade Practices Act 1974 DTAC or the equivalent product company must present the following warranties and guarantees:
– An official signed ‘Statement of Compliance’ by a director of DTAC
or a director of an equivalent product company
– An official signed ‘Warranty’ by a company director of DTAC or a director
of an equivalent product company
– 2-year installation warranty (minimum)
– 10-year product warranty (316 Stainless Steel & Extruded Brass)
– 5-year product warranty (Polymer)
– DTAC or a director of an equivalent product company must provide
an option to extend their warranty and signed product guarantees.
MAINTENANCE
DTAC or an equivalent Slip Prevention Product Company must ensure their product and installation is supplied with a 12 month compliance inspection program for the ongoing certification with HB197 (1999) and the BCA for the length of the 2 year installation warranty. This will be to benefit the end user and their legal obligations of compliance with essential services requirements of the Building Code of Australia (BCA). Records must be kept with photographic documented evidence and made available on request.
CUSTOMER CARE
DTAC or an equivalent Slip Prevention Product Company shall submit their project specific customer care manual outlying daily, weekly, monthly and yearly inspections including any maintenance programmers to assist the building manager in maintaining a compliant TGSI installation. This will be submitted directly to the client or facility manager on the conclusion of the project. DTAC or an equivalent Slip Prevention Product Company must provide a customer care telephone line for the end clients ease of service given the essential services. Records must be kept and made available on request.
RECYCLING
DTAC or an equivalent Slip Prevention Product Company must have a documented reclamation and recycling policy so the product can be removed, refurbished, reinstalled or recycled. Appropriate certificates and membership with the Green Building Council of Australia and other organization will demonstrate a commitment to the environment in manufacturing, installation and reclamation. These certificates should be presented with the customer care manual to be supplied by DTAC or an equivalent product company.