609 Yarmouth Dr.
Waterloo, ONN2K 4C1
Toll-free Phone: 800-356-7887
Phone: 519-746-9300
Fax:519-746-1276
Web site:
Email:
Produced by Reed Construction Data, this Buildcore 3part Specification utilizes Construction Specifications Canada’s (CSC) Manual of Practice (MoP), including MasterFormat, SectionFormat and PageFormat. Each publication is available from CSC. A Buildcore 3part Specification is a manufacturerspecific product specification using the proprietary method of specifying applicable to project specifications and master guide specifications. Optional text is indicated by brackets, [ ]. SPEC NOTES precede specification text. Trade/brand names with appropriate product model numbers, styles and types are used in SPEC NOTES and in the specification text Article titled “Acceptable Material.” Metric conversion, where used, is soft metric conversion. This Buildcore 3part Specification specifies acoustical underlayment systems for flooring assemblies, as manufactured by Maxxon Corporation. Revise Buildcore 3part Specification Section number and title below to suit project requirements, specification practices and section content. Refer to CSI/CSC MasterFormat for other Section numbers and titles. Delete unused optional text and SPEC NOTES in final copy of specification in accordance with CSC recommended specification writing practice.
1General
1.1SUMMARY
.1Section includes: This Section specifies acoustical underlayment systems for flooring assemblies.
1.2RELATED SECTIONS
SPEC NOTE: Include in this Article only those Sections that directly affect the work of this Section. Do not include Division 00 or Division 01 sections since it is assumed that all technical sections are related to all project Division 00 and Division 01 sections to some degree.
.1Section [03 54 13 - Gypsum Cement Underlayment: Underlayment topping] [______].
SPEC NOTE: Article below may be omitted when specifying Maxxon Corporation’s proprietary products and recommended installation. Retain Reference Article when specifying products and installation by an industry reference standard. If retained, list standard(s) referenced in this Section. Indicate issuing authority name, acronym, standard designation and title. Section 01 42 19 - Reference Standards may include the full names and addresses of the organizations whose standards are referenced in a project. The Section can also be used for the editions or dates of referenced standards not otherwise indicated. Edit the following lists and delete standards not required for the specific project.
1.3REFERENCES
.1ASTM International (ASTM)
.1ASTM E336-05, Standard Test Method for Measurement of Airborne Sound Insulation in Buildings.
.2ASTM E413-04, Classification for Rating Sound Insulation.
.3ASTM E989-06, Standard Classification for Determination of Impact Insulation Class (IIC).
.2Buildcore, Reed Construction Data
.1Buildcore Datasheet, Section 09 08 00 – Acoustic Treatment.
.3Health Canada/Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
.1Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
1.4ACTION SUBMITTALS
.1General: Submit listed action submittals in accordance with Contract Conditions and Section [01 33 00 - Submittal Procedures] [______].
.2Product data: Submit product data, including [Maxxon Corporation’s Buildcore Datasheet, Section 09 08 00 – Acoustic Treatment] [manufacturer’s product sheet], for specified products.Include:
.1Product characteristics.
.2Performance criteria.
.3Limitations.
.4WHMIS Material Safety Data Sheets indicating VOC.
.3Samples: Submit as follows.
.1[Duplicate], [305 mm (12") x 305 mm (12")] [_____ mm (_____") x _____ mm (_____")] samples of specified acoustical underlayment system flooring assembly.
1.5INFORMATION SUBMITTALS
.1Quality assurance:
.1Test reports: Certified test reports showing compliance with specified performance characteristics and physical properties.
.2Certificates: Product certificates signed by [Maxxon Corporation] [manufacturer] certifying materials comply with specified performance characteristics and criteria and physical requirements.
.3Manufacturer’s instructions: [Maxxon Corporation’s] [Manufacturer’s] installation instructions.
SPEC NOTE: Co-ordinate Article below with Part 3 - Field Quality Requirements Article. Retain or delete as applicable.
.4Manufacturer’s field reports: [Maxxon Corporation’s] [Manufacturer’s] field reports specified.
1.6CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS
.1Warranty: Submit warranty documents specified.
1.7QUALITY ASSURANCE
SPEC NOTE: Article below should list obligations for compliance with specific code requirements particular to this Section. General statements to comply with a particular code are typically addressed in Contract Conditions and Section 01 41 00 - Regulatory Requirements. Repetitive statements should be avoided. Current data on building code requirements and product compliance may be obtained from Maxxon Corporation technical support specialists.
.1Regulatory requirements: In accordance with Section [01 41 00 - Regulatory Requirements] [______].
.2Pre-installation meetings: Conduct pre-installation meeting to verify project requirements, [Maxxon Corporation’s] [manufacturer’s] installation instructions and [Maxxon Corporation’s] [manufacturer’s] warranty requirements. Comply with Section [01 31 19 - Project Meetings] [______].
1.8DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING
.1General: Comply with [01 61 00 - Common Product Requirements] [______].
.2Ordering: Comply with [Maxxon Corporation’s] [manufacturer’s] ordering instructions and lead time requirements to avoid construction delays.
.3Delivery:Deliver materials in [Maxxon Corporation’s] [manufacturer’s] original packaging with identification labels intact and in sizes to suit project.
.4Storage and protection:Store materials protected from exposure to harmful weather conditions and at temperature conditions recommended by [Maxxon Corporation] [manufacturer].
.5Ensure materials are stored without direct contact to ground.
.6Remove damaged or deteriorated materials from site prior to start of work.
.7Waste management and disposal:
SPEC NOTE: The disposal of packaging waste into landfill site demonstrates an inefficient use of natural resources and consumes valuable landfill space. Specifying appropriate packaging and construction waste management and disposal procedures may contribute to points required for LEED construction project certification.
.1Separate waste materials for [reuse] [and] [recycling] [______] in accordance with Section [01 74 19 - Construction Waste Management and Disposal] [______].
.2Remove from site and dispose of packaging materials at appropriate recycling facilities.
.3Collect and separate for disposal [paper] [plastic] [polystyrene] [corrugated cardboard] [______] packaging material [in appropriate on-site bins] [______] for recycling.
1.9SEQUENCING
.1Sequence with other work: Comply with [Maxxon Corporation’s] [acoustic underlayment system manufacturer’s] written recommendations for sequencing construction operations.
SPEC NOTE: Co-ordinate Article below with Contract Conditions and with Section 01 78 36 – Warranties.
1.10WARRANTY
.1Project warranty: Refer to Contract Conditions and [Section 01 78 36 - Warranties] [______] for project warranty provisions.
.2Manufacturer’s warranty: Submit, for Owner’s acceptance, [Maxxon Corporation’s] [manufacturer’s] standard warranty document executed by authorized company official. [Maxxon Corporation’s] [Manufacturer’s] warranty is in addition to and not intended to limit other rights Owner may have under Contract Conditions.
SPEC NOTE: Co-ordinate Article below with manufacturer’s warranty requirements.
.3Warranty period: [One year] [______], commencing on Date of Substantial Performance of Work.
2Products
2.1MANUFACTURERS
.1Ensure manufacturer has minimum [five] years experience in manufacturing components similar to or exceeding requirements of project.
SPEC NOTE: Retain Article below for proprietary method specification. Add product attributes, performance characteristics, material standards and descriptions as applicable. Use of such phrases as “or equal” or “or approved equal” or similar phrases may cause ambiguity in specifications. Such phrases require verification (procedural, legal and regulatory) and assignment of responsibility for determining “or equal” products.
.2Manufacturers list:
.1Maxxon Canada, 609 Yarmouth Drive, Waterloo, ONN2K 4C1; Toll-free Phone: 800-356-7887, Phone: 519-746-9300; Fax:519-746-1276; E-mail: ; Web site:
2.2MATERIALS
.1Acoustical sound mat: [Nylon filament] [Polymeric fibre] core attached to non-woven [blue] [white] [dark grey] coloured fabric [less than 1.5 mm (0.0625")] [6.4 mm (0.25")] [10 mm (0.4")] [20 mm (0.8")] [______mm (______")] thick.
.1Density: [100.8 kg/m3 (6.3 pcf)] [74.4 kg/m3 (4.65 pcf)] [42.6 kg/m3 ([2.66 pcf)].
.2STC rating: to ASTM E413, [10] [12] [17].
.3IIC rating: to ASTM E989, [19] [20] [25].
SPEC NOTE: The following five Articles apply only to mats constructed from polymeric fibre. Delete all five Articles if polymeric fibre is not the core material of the acoustic sound mat.
.4Basic weight: ASTM D646, [175 g/m2 (0.57 oz/sqft)] [______g/m2 (______oz/sqft)].
.5Mullen burst: ASTM D774, [1.4 MPa (200 psi)] [______MPa (______psi)].
.6Air permeability: [45.7 m3/min (150 cfm)] [______m3/min (______cfm)].
.7MD tensile: ASTM D828, [0.21 MPa (30 psi)] [______MPa (______psi)].
.8CD tensile: ASTM D828, [0.21 MPa (30 psi)] [______MPa (______psi)].
SPEC NOTE: There are many UL and ULC rated designs which incorporate acoustical sound mats for flooring assemblies. Choose the appropriate number to suit project conditions and location.
.9Fire rating: ASTM and [UL] [ULC], Number [______].
SPEC NOTE: Common acoustical sound mats available from Maxxon Corporation are Acousti-Mat® II, Enkasonic®, Acousti-Mat® 3 and Acousti-Mat® CLP. Specify the mat which best suits the project requirements.
.10Acceptable material:[Acousti-Mat® II] [Acousti-Mat® II “Green”] [Enkasonic®] [Enkasonic® “Green”] [Acousti-Mat® 3] [Acousti-Mat® 3 “Green”] [Acousti-Mat® CLP] [______], manufactured by Maxxon Corporation.
.2Underlayment topping: In accordance with Section 03 54 13 - Gypsum Cement Underlayment.
.1Underlayment depth: [12.7 mm (0.5")] [25 mm (1")] [38 mm (1.5")] [______mm (______")].
SPEC NOTE: When used in conjunction with Maxxon CSM specify one of the following depths for gypsum cement underlayment.
.2Underlayment depth: [9.5 mm (0.375")] [19 mm (.75")] [25 mm (1")] [38 mm (1.5")] [______mm (______")].
SPEC NOTE: Specify Gyp-Crete®, Gyp-Crete 2000®/3.2K, Dura-Cap®, Therma-Floor® and Maxxon Commercial Topping® for gypsum cement underlayment applications.
.3Acceptable material: [______], manufactured by Maxxon Corporation.
2.3ACCESSORIES
.1Isolation tape: [76 mm (3")] [______mm (______")], self-adhesive, [paper] [______] tape.
.1Acceptable material: Isolation Tape®, manufactured by Maxxon Corporation.
.2Seam tape: [76 mm (3")] [______mm (______")], self-adhesive, [reinforced], [paper [______] tape.
.1Acceptable material: Zip-Strips®, manufactured by Maxxon Corporation.
.3Sound Mat Primer: Purpose made for intended substrate.
.1Acceptable material: Sound Mat Primer, manufactured by Maxxon Corporation.
.4Adhesive: Suitable for use with polymeric fibres and as recommended by [Maxxon Corporation] [sound mat manufacturer].
.1Acceptable material: CLP Adhesive, manufactured by Maxxon Corporation.
.5Metal lath: Galvanized 1.289 kg/m2 (3.4 lb/yd2) in accordance with Section [09 22 36.23 - Metal Lath] [______].
.6Maxxon CSM, manufactured by Maxxon Corp.
2.4SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL
.1Ensure acoustical sound mat system components and materials are from [Maxxon Corporation] [single manufacturer].
SPEC NOTE: Edit Article below to suit project requirements. If substitutions are permitted, edit text below. Add text to refer to Section 01 25 13 - Product Substitution Procedures.
2.5PRODUCT SUBSTITUTIONS
.1Substitutions: [In accordance with Section 01 23 13 - Product Substitution Procedures] [______] [No substitutions permitted].
3Execution
SPEC NOTE: Article below is an addition to the CSC SectionFormat™ and a supplement to this Specification. Revise Article below to suit project requirements and specifier’s practice.
3.1MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS
.1Compliance: Comply with [Maxxon Corporation’s] [manufacturer’s] written data, including product technical bulletins, product catalogue installation instructions, product carton installation instructions and [Maxxon Corporation’s Buildcore Datasheet, Section 09 08 00 – Acoustic Treatment] [manufacturer’s product sheet].
3.2EXAMINATION
.1Site verification of conditions:Verify that substrate conditions that have been previously installed under other sections or contracts, are acceptable for product installation in accordance with [Maxxon Corporation’s] [manufacturer’s] instructions prior to installation of acoustical sound mat system.
3.3PREPARATION
.1Ensure building is enclosed before starting acoustical sound mat system work.
.2Fill cracks and voids in concrete with quick setting [patching] [caulking] material before starting acoustical sound mat system work.
SPEC NOTE: Delete the following Article if drywall work will be completed as part of a tenant fit-up.
.3Start acoustical sound mat system work only after drywall installation is completed.
.4Ensure substrate is clean and structurally sound before start of acoustical sound mat system work.
3.4INSTALLATION
.1For acoustical sound mat greater than 6 mm (0.25") thick.
.1Loose lay acoustical sound mat over entire substrate.
.2Install isolation strips around base perimeter of space and around base of vertical substrate penetrations.
.3Tape acoustical sound mat joints.
.4Prime acoustical sound mat to bond with underlayment.
.5Top acoustical sound mat with underlayment in accordance with Section 03 54 13 - Gypsum Cement Underlayment.
.2For acoustical sound mat less than 1.5 mm (0.0625") thick.
.1Adhere acoustical sound mat over entire substrate.
.2Install isolation strips around base perimeter of space and around base of vertical substrate penetrations.
.3Tape acoustical sound mat joints.
.4Top acoustical sound mat with underlayment in accordance with Section 03 54 13 - Gypsum Cement Underlayment.
.3Avoid further penetrations of finished work.
3.5FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
SPEC NOTE: Use the following Articles when manufacturer’s field services are desired to verify the quality of the installed components. Establish the number and duration of periodic site visits required by Maxxon Corporation and specify below. Consult with Maxxon Corporation for services required. Delete if field services are not required.
.1Manufacturer’s field services: Have [Maxxon Corporation’s] [manufacturer’s] technical representative schedule site visits to review work as follows:
.1After delivery and storage of products.
.2When preparatory work for which work of this Section depends is complete, but before installation begins.
.3[Weekly] [Two times] [______] during progress of work [at [25%] and [60%] ] [______] of completion.
.4Upon completion of work, after cleaning is carried out.
3.6FINAL CLEANING
.1Do cleanup in accordance with Section [01 74 00 - Cleaning and Waste Management] [______].
.2Upon completion, remove surplus and excess materials, rubbish, tools and equipment.
3.7PROTECTION
SPEC NOTE: Co-ordinate the following Article with Section 01 76 00 - Protecting Installed Construction.
.1Protect installed product from damage during construction in accordance with Section [01 76 00 - Protecting Installed Construction] [______].
SPEC NOTE: If drywall and other construction is to continue in close proximity to this work after completion of the work of this section, include the following Article.
.2Place temporary wood planking over finished sound control system work [at traffic areas] [as directed by [Owner] [Architect] [Consultant [______]].
END OF SECTION
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