SECTION 05520

PIPE AND TUBE RAILING SYSTEMS

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** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Leading Edge Safety, LLC; pipe and tube railing systems.
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This section is based on the products of Leading Edge Safety, LLC, which is located at:
1345 Taney St.
North Kansas City, MO 64116
Toll Free Tel: 888-990-2990
Fax: 816-472-0822
Email: request info ()
Web: www.leadingedgesafety.net
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Leading Edge Safety design allows roof safety railing installation under the coping cap, drip edge, gravel stop and even inside most gutter systems. Coping cap sheet metal can be removed during re-roofing without removal of the safety rail system. Unique bracket design allows retrofit installation under an existing coping cap sheet metal, eliminating the cost of new coping cap. Leading Edge Safety uprights are designed to keep workers away from the leading edge while still allowing full access to the roof surface.
Leading Edge Safety designs safety railing products that ensure OSHA compliance and peace of mind for employees, managers, contractors and building owners that employees and workers are safe while inspecting or working on the roof. Leading Edge Safety safety guardrails eliminate the need for tie-off points and expensive safety equipment.

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1   SECTION INCLUDES

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete products not required.

A.   Permanent roof edge protection.

B.   Ballasted guardrails.

C.   Under sheet metal (USM) guardrail - powder coated steel. (IBC 20 LB/FT)

D.   Under sheet metal (USM) guardrail - powder coated steel. (IBC 50 LB/FT)

E.   Under sheet metal (USM) guardrail - stainless steel.

F.   Standing seam guardrail.

G.   Wall mount guardrail.

H.   Roof hatch guardrail.

I.   Skylight guardrail.

J.   Domed skylight fall protection screens.

K.   Ladder to roof access point.

L.   Integrated lightning protection.

1.2   RELATED SECTIONS

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required.

A.   Section 05500 - Metal Fabrications.

B.   Section 07500 - Membrane Roofing.

C.   Section 07700 - Roof and Wall Specialties and Accessories.

D.   Section 07723 - Roof Hatches.

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.   ASTM International (ASTM):

1.   ASTM A36 - Standard Specification for Carbon Structural Steel.

2.   ASTM A53 - Standard Specification for Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot-Dipped, Zinc-Coated, Welded and Seamless.

3.   ASTM A269 - Standard Specification for Seamless and Welded Austenitic Stainless Steel Tubing for General Service.

B.   Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA):

1.   29 CFR 1926.500 - Scope, Application and Definitions Applicable to this Subpart.

2.   29 CFR 1926.501 - Duty to Have Fall Protection.

3.   29 CFR 1926.502 - Fall Protection Systems Criteria and Practices.

4.   29 CFR 1926.503 - Training Requirements.

1.4   SUBMITTALS

A.   Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements.

B.   Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets for products and assemblies specified.

1.   Preparation instructions and recommendations.

2.   Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.

3.   Cleaning methods.

C.   Shop Drawings:

1.   Indicate profiles, sizes, connections, size and type of fasteners, accessories.

2.   Show location of rails and guardrails including plans, details of components and anchor details.

3.   Field Verified Measurements: Verify dimensions indicated on Drawings.

D.   Verification Samples: For each finish specified, two samples representing actual colors specified.

1.5   DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A.   Deliver, store and handle materials and products in strict compliance with manufacturer's instructions and recommendations and industry standards.

B.   Store materials in manufacturer's original sealed, labeled packaging until ready for installation and in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. Protect finishes on rails and uprights from damage.

1.6   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.

B.   Field Measurements: Where horizontal rails and uprights are indicated to fit to other construction, check actual dimensions or other construction by accurate field measurements prior to ordering and installation; show recorded measurements on final Shop Drawings.

1.7   SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING

A.   Coordinate fabrication and delivery schedule of handrails with construction progress and sequence to avoid delay of railing installation.

1.   Where field measurements cannot be made without delaying the system fabrication and delivery, obtain guaranteed dimensions in writing by the Contractor and proceed with fabrication of products to not delay fabrication, delivery and installation.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete warranty options not required.

1.8   WARRANTY

A.   Warranty: Provide manufacturer's standard one year warranty against defects in materials and manufacturing.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1   MANUFACTURERS

A.   Acceptable Manufacturer: Leading Edge Safety, LLC, which is located at: 1345 Taney St.; North Kansas City, MO 64116; Toll Free Tel: 888-990-2990; Fax: 816-472-0822; Email: request info (); Web: www.leadingedgesafety.net

** 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 01600 - Product Requirements.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The Ballasted Guardrail is a fast, easy, and economical way to erect temporary and permanent guardrail systems to keep workers safe while increasing their productivity. Heavy weighted bases prevent tipping and allow configuration to adapt to almost any situation. Weighted Base Guardrails can be used at perimeters, open curbs, skylights, stair openings and anywhere else a leading edge requires fall protection. Meets and exceeds OSHA Standards for guardrails. Delete if not required.

2.2   BALLASTED GUARDRAILS

A.   Product: Ballasted Guardrails-Powder Coated Steel as manufactured by Leading Edge Safety.

1.   System Design: Ballasted Guardrails. Heavy weighted bases ensure stability and can be configured to meet almost any project condition. Meets and exceeds OSHA Standards and IBC requirements for guardrail systems.

B.   Components:

1.   Uprights: 42 inches x 1.625 inches x .065 inch (ASTM C1008/1010) steel tube.

2.   Bases: 23 inches x 23 inches Class 35 Gray Iron.

3.   Horizontal Rails: 1.625 inches x .065 inch and 1.375 inches x .065 inch (ASTM C1008/1010) steel tube for adjustable rails.

4.   Finish: Powder coated steel.

5.   Colors: Numerous colors to match Kynar sheet metal, building components and RAL components.

6.   Hardware: 3/8 inch-16 x 1 inch zinc plated steel.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Toe boards are optional. Delete one or both of the following if not required.

7.   Toe Boards: 1.5 x 4 x 0.125 inch aluminum (ASTM B221 6061/6511T)

8.   Toe Boards: 2 x 4 pressure treated lumber

9.   Labels: Applicable safety warnings and manufacturer's contact information.

10.   Size Uprights: 42 inches top rail and 21 inches mid rail.

11.   Horizontal Rails: 9 feet-10 inches o.c., 8 feet-0 inch o.c.; 120 inches to 70 inches, 70 inches to 43 inches, 42 inches to 29 inches adjustable.

12.   Weight: Base: 99.6 lbs.

13.   Post: 5 lbs.

14.   Horizontal Rails: 1 lbs / lineal foot +/-.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Guardrail system designed to comply with IBC for 20LB/FT. Delete if not required.

2.3   UNDER SHEET METAL (USM) GUARDRAIL - POWDER COATED STEEL - IBC 20 LB/FT

A.   Product: USM Guardrail-Powder Coated Steel as manufactured by Leading Edge Safety.

1.   System Design: USM Guardrail provides permanent full-perimeter fall protection, installing under standard roofing and sheet metal details including coping caps, drip edges, gravel stops and inside most commercial gutters. Powder coated steel colors available to match Kynar sheet metal or other building components in RAL colors. USM Guardrail meets and exceeds OSHA Standards and IBC requirements.

B.   Components:

1.   Uprights: 1.66 inches x .140 inch schedule 40 pipe (ASTM A53) welded to 2 inches x 3 inches x 3.5 inches steel block (ASTM A36) and 3/16 inch steel plate (ASTM A36) bracket with pre-punched holes and slots for permanent structural attachment.

2.   Horizontal Rails: 1.625 inches x .065 inch and 1.375 inches x .065 inch (ASTM C1008/1010) steel tube adjustable slide rails.

3.   Finish: Powder coated steel.

4.   Colors: Numerous colors to match Kynar sheet metal, building components and RAL colors.

5.   Hardware: 3/8 inch-16 x 1 inch zinc plated steel. (Consult LES for approved structural attachment fasteners).

6.   Labels: Applicable safety warnings and manufacturer's contact information.

7.   Sizes: Uprights custom designed per project to OSHA Standards and IBC requirements.

8.   Horizontal Rails: 8 feet-0 inch o.c.; 120 inches to 70 inches, 70 inches to 43 inches, 42 inches to 29 inches adjustable.

9.   Corners: 20.5 inches o.c. Outside Corner; 12.5 inches o.c. Inside Corner.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete optional toe boards and brackets if not required.

10.   Toe Boards and Brackets: 16 gauge steel (ASTM A1008 CS Type B)

11.   Fasteners for Structural Attachment: As recommended by Leading Edge Safety.

a.   For Wood Attachment: RSS Structural Screws by GRK Fasteners

1)   T-Star Washer Head Powerlag by SPAX.

b.   For Concrete Attachment: Caliburn PH Concrete Pan Head Screws by GRK Fasteners.

c.   Others Fasteners as approved by Leading Edge Safety

12.   Weight: Uprights: 12 lbs +/-.

13.   Horizontal Rails: 1 lbs / lineal foot +/-.

14.   Corners: 2 lbs +/-.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Guardrail system designed to comply with IBC for 50LB/FT. Delete if not required

2.4   UNDER SHEET METAL (USM) IBC 50 GUARDRAIL-POWDER COATED STEEL - 50 LB/FT

A.   Product: USM IBC 50 Guardrail-Powder Coated Steel as manufactured by Leading Edge Safety.

1.   System Design: USM IBC 50 Guardrail provides permanent full-perimeter fall protection, installing under standard roofing and sheet metal details including coping caps, drip edges, gravel stops and inside most commercial gutters. Powder coated steel colors available to match Kynar sheet metal or other building components in RAL colors. USM IBC 50 Guardrail meets and exceeds OSHA Standards and IBC requirements.

B.   Components:

1.   Uprights: 1.625 inches x .25 inch tube (ASTM A-513-5-08A DOM Grade 1026) welded to 2 inches x 3 inches x 3.5 inches steel block (ASTM A36) and 1/4 inch steel plate (ASTM A572) bracket with pre-punched holes and slots for permanent structural attachment.

2.   Horizontal Rails: 1.625 inches x .065 inch and 1.375 inches x .065 inch (ASTM A513 DOM Grade 1020) steel tube adjustable slide rails.

3.   Finish: Powder coated steel.

4.   Colors: Numerous colors to match Kynar sheet metal, building components and RAL colors.

5.   Hardware: 3/8 inch-16 x 1 inch zinc plated steel. (Consult LES for approved structural attachment fasteners).

6.   Labels: Applicable safety warnings and manufacturer's contact information.

7.   Sizes: Uprights: Custom designed per project to OSHA Standards and IBC requirements.

8.   Horizontal Rails: 8 feet-0 inch o.c.; 120 inches to 70 inches, 70 inches to 43 inches, 42 inches to 29 inches adjustable.

9.   Corners: 20.5 inches o.c. Outside Corner; 12.5 inches o.c. Inside Corner.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete optional toe boards if not required.

10.   Toe Boards and Brackets: 16 gauge steel (ASTM A1008 CS Type B).

11.   Fasteners for Structural Attachment: As recommended by Leading Edge Safety.

a.   For Wood Attachment: RSS Structural Screws by GRK Fasteners

1)   T-Star Washer Head Powerlag by SPAX

b.   For Concrete Attachment: Caliburn PH Concrete Pan Head Screws by GRK Fasteners.

c.   Others Fasteners as approved by Leading Edge Safety

12.   Weight: Uprights: 25 lbs +/-.

13.   Horizontal Rails: 1 lbs / lineal foot +/-.

14.   Corners: 2 lbs +/-.

NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The USM IBC 50 Guardrail provides permanent full-perimeter fall protection with a unique design that allows 100 percent water-tight installation under standard roofing and sheet metal details including coping caps, drip edges, gravel stops and even inside most commercial gutters without penetrating the roof membrane. Zero Penetration attachment under standard perimeter edge details allows full access to the entire roof surface, wall flashings and sheet metal. USM IBC 50 Guardrail can be installed prior to roof construction and even left in place during complete roof replacement. Passivated and Electropolished finish for maximum corrosion resistance. USM IBC 50 Guardrail meets and exceeds OSHA Standards and IBC requirements. Delete if not required.

2.5   UNDER SHEET METAL (USM) GUARDRAIL - STAINLESS STEEL

A.   Product: USM Guardrail-Stainless Steel as manufactured by Leading Edge Safety.

1.   System Design: USM Guardrail provides permanent full-perimeter fall protection, installing under standard roofing and sheet metal details including coping caps, drip edges, gravel stops and inside most commercial gutters. Passivated and electro polished finish for maximum corrosion resistance. USM Guardrail meets and exceeds OSHA Standards and IBC requirements.

B.   Components:

1.   Uprights: 1.66 x .140 stainless steel pipe (ASTM A312 T304) welded to 2 inches x 3 inches x 3.5 inches stainless steel block (ASTM A276 T304) and 3/16 inch stainless steel plate (ASTM A240 T304) bracket with pre-punched holes and slots for permanent structural attachment.

2.   Horizontal Rails: 1.625 inches x .065 inch and 1.375 inches x .065 inch (ASTM A269 T304) stainless steel tube fixed and adjustable slide rails.

3.   Finish: ASTM A967.

4.   Colors: Chrome appearance.

5.   Hardware: 3/8 inch-16 x 1 inch 18-8 stainless steel. (Consult LES for approved structural attachment fasteners)

6.   Labels: Applicable safety warnings and manufacturer's contact information.

7.   Sizes: Uprights: Custom designed per project to OSHA Standards and IBC requirements.