SECTION 32 31 19
MUNICIPAL ALUMINUM FENCES AND GATES
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER **Alumi-Guard, Inc. products.
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This section is based on the products of Alumi-Guard, Inc., which is located at:
2401 Corporate Blvd.
Brooksville, FL 34604.
Toll Free: (877) 258-6448
Te1: (352) 754-8555
Fax: (354) 544-8442
Email:
www.alumi-guard.com
[ Click Here ] for additional information.
Alumi-Guard™ is a manufacturer of maintenance free aluminum fencing with nationwide distribution. Alumi-Guard™ was founded upon three basic but very important principles. Our mission is to supply a high quality and durable product for a competitive price with unsurpassed customer service. That means your project can be completed with a high quality product for a fair price on schedule.
Alumi-Guard™ fencing is constructed with heavy wall aluminum extrusions. All of the fencing is finished in Armor-Guard™ TGIC® polyester powder coating. This finish has been tested in Florida's hot, humid, high salt concentrated environment. It surpasses the 3000-hour salt spray test. That is more than double what AAMA mandates. Because Armor-Guard™ powder coating is twice as thick and twice as hard as baked on enamel finishes, it is much more durable and will look attractive for a very long time. Alumi-Guard™ offers a lifetime limited warranty on the finish and workmanship of all its materials.
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PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SECTION INCLUDES
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete items below not required for project.
A. Ornamental Fencing.
B. Ornamental Pool Fencing.
C. Privacy Fencing.
D. Post and Rail Fencing.
E. Gates and Related Hardware.
F. Excavation for Post bases.
G. Concrete Foundations for Posts.
1.2 RELATED SECTIONS
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required.
A. Section 31 00 00 – Earthwork
B. Section 03 30 00 – Concrete
C. Section 03 11 13 – Cast-in-place Concrete
D. Section 09 90 00 – Painting: Pain Finish
E. Section 11 12 13 – Parking Control Equipment.
F. Section 32 31 00 – Electric Gate Operators.
1.3 REFERENCES
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete references from the list below that are not actually required by the text of the edited section.
A. Aluminum Association (AA)
(1) ASD-1 – Aluminum Standards and Design
(2) DAF-45 – Designation System for Aluminum Finishes
B. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
(1) ASTM A 276 – Standard Specification for Stainless Steel Bars and Shapes.
(2) ASTM B 117 – Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray (Fog) Apparatus.
(3) ASTM B 221 – Specification for Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire Shapes and Tubes.
(4) ASTM B 429 – Specification for Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Structural Pipe and Tube.
(5) ASTM D 523 – Standard Test Method for Specular Gloss.
(6) ASTM D 1654 – Standard Test Method for Evaluation of Painted or Coated Specimens Subjected to Corrosive Environments.
(7) ASTM D 2247 – Standard Practice for Testing Water Resistance of Coatings in 100% Relative Humidity.
(8) ASTM D 2794 – Impact Resistance Test (Rating up to 160 inch lbs.)
(9) ASTM D 3359B – Adhesion by Tape Test (Rating = 5B)
(10) ASTM D 3363 – Film Hardness by Pencil Test (Rating = 2H)
(11) ASTM D 968 – Abrasion Resistance.
C. American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA)
(1) AAMA 2605 – Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements and Test Procedures for Superior Performing Organic Coatings on Aluminum Extrusions and Panels
(2) AAMA 2604 – Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements and Test Procedures for Pigmented Organic Coatings on Aluminum Extrusions and Panels
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit under provisions of Section 01 31 13.
B. [ Product Data ]: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:
1. Preparation instructions and recommendations.
2. Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
3. Installation methods.
C. Shop Drawings: Indicate plan layout, spacing of components, post foundation dimensions, hardware anchorage, gates, and schedule of components.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete selection samples if colors have already been selected.
D. Selection Samples: For each finish product specified, two complete sets of color chips representing manufacturer's full range of available colors and patterns.
E. Verification Samples: For each finish product specified, two samples, minimum size 6 inches (150 mm) square; representing actual product, color, and patterns.
1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Manufacturer Qualifications: Company specializing in manufacturing Products specified in this section with minimum five years documented experience.
1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. Transport, handle, store, and protect products so that they are in undamaged condition when installed.
B. Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging to protect prefinished aluminum surfaces until ready for installation.
C. Store components off the ground in a dry covered area, protected from adverse weather conditions.
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 absolute limits.
1.8 WARRANTY
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** A limited lifetime warranty is available to home owner's for residential applications only and is not transferable.
A. Manufacturer's Warranty:
1. Alumi-Guard Ornamental Aluminum Fencing (“Alumi-Guard”) carries a lifetime- limited warranty (“warranty”) against defects in workmanship. Alumi-Guard also warrants the Armor-Guard powder coated finish will not chip, crack, or flake. The warranty is not transferable and is only valid to the original purchaser. The warranty on commercial installations of fences that are purchased by other than a natural person, shall be limited to a period of thirty (30) years.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. Acceptable Manufacturer: Alumi-Guard, Inc.; 2401 Corporate Blvd, Brooksville, FL 34604. ASD. Toll Free: (877) 258-6448. Phone: (352) 754-8555. Fax: (354) 544-8442. Email: . Web: www.alumi-guard.com
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs; coordinate with requirements of Division 1 section on product options and substitutions.
B. Substitutions: Not permitted.
C. Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01 61 00.
2.2 MATERIALS
A. Components:
1. Posts: Aluminum extrusions of 6005-T5 alloy in accordance with ASTM B 221.
2. Pickets: Aluminum extrusions of 6063-T52 alloy in accordance with ASTM B 221.
3. Channel: Aluminum extrusions of 6005-T5 alloy in accordance with ASTM B 221.
B. Fasteners:
1. Screws of 410 and 18-8 stainless steel conforming to ASTM A276, with self-drilling head.
2. Screws painted to match the finish of fence.
C. Accessories:
1. Post caps, wall brackets, scrolls, finials, flanges and other miscellaneous hardware fabricated of aluminum or other non-ferrous metal castings.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select one of the following paragraphs for concrete post foundations and delete the one not required.
D. Concrete: Types specified in Sections 03 30 00 OR 03 11 13 – Cast-in Place Concrete.
E. Concrete: ASTM C94/C94M, Option A; Portland Cement; minimum 3,000 psi (17 MPa) strength at 28 days.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following paragraphs include several fence systems and accessories. Select one or more of the following paragraphs for the fence types required and delete the ones not required. If more than one type is required identify the location of each on the Drawings and/or on the Schedule at the end of this section.
2.3 ORNAMENTAL FENCING
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Ornamental fencing is available in four grades as specified in the following paragraphs. Select one of the following four paragraphs for the grade required and delete the ones not required.
- Fencing General:
1. Commercial Grade:
a. Aluminum Channel Sections: 1-1/2 inch deep and 1 inch wide with top 0.055 inch and sidewalls 0.082 inch wall thickness. With decorative top corner.
b. Pickets 3/4 inch by 3/4 inch with a 0.050 inch wall thickness.
2. Post Length:
a. As required to allow setting of post into the ground with approximately 1-3/4 inches (305 mm) between bottom of panel and ground.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select the Ornamental Fencing Style, Grade and Picket Spacing required as specified from the following paragraphs and delete the ones not required. Note that Newcastle is only available in residential grade fencing. Consider the following installation consideration for ornamental fencing:
- Fencing can be stepped to grade or sloped.
- Flat top fencing can be racked for installation to a maximum slope of 3.5 inches in 12 inches.
- Spear top fencing can be racked for installation to a maximum slope of 4.3 inches in 12 inches.
B. Ornamental Fencing:
1. Style: Ascot – Belmont – Canterbury – Hamilton - Victoria:
a. Grade:
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select the grade required from the following paragraphs and delete the ones not required.
1) Commercial.
b. Channels:
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select the number of channels required from the following paragraphs and delete the ones not required.
1) 2 Channel.
2) 3 Channel.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select one of the following 4 Picket Spacing paragraphs for the Grade required and delete those not required. Standard picket spacing fencing is rackable and double punched to permit slope installations.
c. Municipal Picket Spacing:
1) Standard: 3.875 inches.
2) Royale:
a) Upper 3.875 inches.
b) Lower 1.562 inches.
3) Puppy Picket:
a) Upper: 3.875 inches.
b) Lower 18 inches: 1.562 inches.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Post length as required to allow setting of post into the ground with approximately 1-3/4 inches (305 mm) between bottom of panel and ground. Select the length required for the Grade specified and delete the ones not required.
d. Panel Length: Inside posts.
1) Municipal Nominal 68.62 inches.
2) Municipal Nominal 91.75 inches
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select the post size(s) and wall thickness required from the following paragraphs and delete the ones not required.
e. Posts:
1) 2 inch by 2 inch.
a) .062 inch wall thickness.
b) .093 inch wall thickness.
c) .125 inch wall thickness.
2) 2-1/2 inches by 2-1/2 inches.
a) .075 inch wall thickness.
b) .125 inch wall thickness.
3) 3 inches by 3 inches.
a) .125 inch wall thickness.
4) 4 inches by 4 inches.
a) .125 inch wall thickness.
5) 6 inches by 6 inches.
a) .125 inch wall thickness.
b) .250 inch wall thickness.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select the panel height required from the following paragraphs and delete the ones not required.
f. Panel Height:
1) 36 inches.
2) 42 inches.
3) 48 inches.
4) 54 inches.
5) 60 inches.
6) 72 inches.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Industrial Grade 84 and 96 inch is only available in 4 channel.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select the options required from the following paragraphs and delete the ones not required.
g. Options:
1) Rings.
2) Butterfly Scroll.
3) Estate Scroll.
4) Convex Panel.
5) Concave Panel.
C. Ornamental Gates: Provide to match ornamental style specified.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Standard gates are provided in the sizes listed below. Select one of the following paragraphs for the type and size required and delete the ones not required. Consult with manufacturer for custom sizes.
1. Height:
a. 36 inches.
b. 42 inches.
c. 48 inches.
d. 54 inches.
e. 60 inches.
f. 72 inches.
g. Custom: ______.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Standard single and double gates are listed below. Select one of the following paragraphs for the type and size required and delete the ones not required. Consult with manufacturer for custom widths. If more than one width is required show the locations of each on the Drawing.
2. Opening Width: Inside posts.
a. Single 36 inches.
b. Single 48 inches.
c. Single 60 inches.
d. Single 72 inches.
e. Single Custom: ______.
f. Double 36 inches, 72 inch opening.
g. Double 48 inches, 96 inch opening.
h. Double 60 inches, 120 inch opening.
i. Double 72 inches, 144 inch opening.
j. Double Custom: ______.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select the options required from the following paragraphs and delete the ones not required.
k. Options:
1) Welded U-Frame.
2) Tri-Ad Finials.
3) Quad Finials.
4) Scrolls.
5) Pressed Spear.
6) Rings.
7) 03 Series Arch.
3. Hardware:
a. Self-Closing Hinges.
b. Gravity Latch.
c. Lock bolt for one leaf of double gates.
d. Single Hole Lock Box.
e. Double Hole Lock Box.
f. Magna-Latch.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Privacy fencing is available in four styles as specified in the following paragraphs. Select one of the following paragraphs for the style required and delete the ones not required.
2.4 FINISH
A. Fence and Accessory Finish:
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select one of the following finish paragraphs and delete the other.
1. SuperDurable Polyester Powder Coating: High performance polyester, medium gloss, applied to over 2 mils thickness and complying with AAMA 2604.
2. Fluoropolymers: Superior performance polyester power coating, medium gloss, applied to 3-4 mils thickness and complying with AAMA 2605.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select one of the following paragraphs and delete the others. Custom colors are available please call manufacturer for details.
B. Color:
1. Black
2. White
3. Dark Bronze
4. Hunter Green
5. Beige
6. Light Bronze
7. Light Green
8. Gray
C. Performance:
1. Meet or exceed a 4000 hour salt spray test.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select one of the following paragraphs to match the coating type selected and delete the other.
2. SuperDurable Polyester Powder Coating meets or exceeds a H-2H pencil hardness in accordance to ASTM D 3363.
3. Fluoropolymers meets or exceeds a 4H pencil hardness in accordance to ASTM D 3363.
4. Meets or exceeds ASTM D 3359 adhesion test.
2.5 FABRICATION
A. Stringers, (Horizontal rails) shall be punched to allow pickets to pass through the top of the rail. The number of stringers shall vary with the style, height and strength as determined by manufacturer.
B. Pickets, shall be fastened to stringers mechanically with stainless steel TEK screws on one side of the stringer only.
C. Posts, shall be pre-punched to allow the stringers to slide in and be attached with stainless steel TEK. Cast aluminum post caps shall be affixed to all posts.
D. Gates, shall be fabricated using the same components as for the complete fencing system. Walk gates shall have adjustable self-closing hinges and will be self-latching. (Specify style and dimensions.)