SECTION 05 73 00

ORNAMENTAL RAILINGS

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PART  1	  GENERAL
1.1 		SECTION INCLUDES
A.		Ornamental stainless steel cable railing system. (Rainier)
B.		Ornamental stainless steel railing system with glass infill. (Glacier)
C.		Ornamental stainless steel railing system with horizontal bars. (Olympus)
1.2 		RELATED SECTIONS
A.		Section 06 10 00 - Rough Carpentry.
B.		Section 06 46 13 - Wood Door and Window Casings.
C.		Section 08 83 13 - Mirrored Glass Glazing.
1.3 		REFERENCES
A.		ASTM International (ASTM):
1.		ASTM A 554 - Standard Specification for Welded Stainless Steel Mechanical Tubing.
2.		ASTM A 492 - Standard Specification for Stainless Steel Rope Wire.
1.4 		SUBMITTALS
A.		Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements.
B.		Product Data: Manufacturer's specifications and technical data including the following:
1.		Detailed specification of construction and fabrication.
2.		Manufacturer's installation instructions.
C.		Shop Drawings: Submit shop drawings for fabrication and installation. Include the following:
1.		Plans, elevations, and detail sections.
2.		Indicate materials, methods, finishes, and types of joinery, fasteners, anchorages, and accessory items.
3.		Where materials or fabrications are indicated to comply with certain design loadings, include structural computations, material properties, and other information needed for structural analysis.
D.		Samples: Prepare samples on metal of same alloy and thickness to be used for the Work.
E.		Quality Control Submittals: Statement of manufacturer's qualifications.
1.5 		QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.		Manufacturer's Qualifications: Not less than 10 years experience in the actual production of specified products.
B.		Installer's Qualifications: Firm with demonstrated experience in installation of systems similar in complexity to those required for this Project.
1.6 		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 from damage.
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 recommended limits.
1.8 		WARRANTY
A.		Manufacturer's Warranty: Provide manufacturer's standard 3 year limited warranty.
PART  2	  PRODUCTS
2.1 		MANUFACTURERS
A.		Acceptable Manufacturer: AGS Stainless, Inc. - Cable Rail, which is located at: 7873 N. E. Day Rd.; Bainbridge Island, WA 98110; Toll Free Tel: 888-842-9492; Tel: 206-842-9492; Fax: 206-842-8179 ; Email: request info (info@agsstainless.com); Web: www.agsstainless.com 
B.		Substitutions: Not permitted.
C.		Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01 60 00 - Product Requirements.
2.2 		SYSTEM DESCRIPTION - GENERAL
A.		Custom, shop-fabricated stainless steel railing frame with mechanical fittings and attachment for field installation.
1.		Infill: Glass panels.
2.		Infill: Horizontal cabling.
3.		Infill: Horizontal bar.
B.		Shop fabricate such that no jobsite welding, grinding or cutting is required.
2.3 		STAINLESS STEEL RAILING SYSTEMS
A.		Stainless Steel Railing System: Clearview Railing System as manufactured by AGS Stainless, Inc.
1.		Type: Rainier - Cable railing.
2.		Type: Glacier - Glass railing.
3.		Type: Olympus - Horizontal bar railing.
4.		Fabrication: Factory welded components. Verify dimensions on site prior to shop fabrication.
a.		Mill joints to a tight, hairline fit.
b.		Miter corner joints.
5.		Structural Requirements: Fabricate integral railings and component connections to meet or exceed the requirements as set forth in the current, adopted ICC International Building Code (IBC), International Residential Code (IRC), or governing local code as applicable.
B.		Posts:
1.		Post Material: ASTM A 554, Type A316 stainless steel, minimum Fy=40 ksi.
2.		Post Material: Wood posts provided by others.
3.		Post Size: 1-1/2 inch (38.1 mm) x 1-1/2 inch (38.1 mm).
4.		Post Size: Tubing for posts as provided by others.
5.		Post Mounting Configuration: Top mount, as indicated on installation Drawings.
6.		Post Mounting Configuration: Side mount, as indicated on installation Drawings.
7.		Post Mounting Configuration: As indicated on Drawings.
C.		Top Rails:
1.		Top Rail Material: ASTM A 554, Type A316 stainless steel, minimum Fy=40 ksi.
2.		Top Rail Material: Wood top rails provided by others.
3.		Top Rail Shape, Size: Round, 1-5/8 inch (15.8 mm) diameter x 16 gauge tubing.
4.		Top Rail Shape, Size: Flat, 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) x 2 inch (50.8 mm) x 16 gauge tubing.
5.		Top Rail Shape, Size: Elliptical, 1-1/16 inch (27 mm) x 1-31/32 inch (50 mm) x 16 gauge tubing.
6.		Top Rail Shape, Size: Wood top rails provided by others.
D.		Infill - Cables:
1.		Material: ASTM A 492, stainless steel, Type 316.
2.		Construction: 1 X 19.
3.		Diameter: 1/8 inch (3 mm) diameter.
4.		Lay: Left Hand Lang's.
5.		Core: Stainless steel.
6.		Option 1: Cable provided in rolls for field cutting and a crimping; requires field attachment of fittings to ends. 
7.		Option 2: Cables provided in lengths approximately six inches longer than required for their designated run with fitting attached at one end; requires one end of each length of cable to be field cut and fittings field attached. 
8.		Option 3: Cable provided cut to length with fittings attached at both ends. (Not Available for Stairs)
9.		Cable Fitting Materials: Stainless steel, Type 316.
10.		Cable Attachments: Factory, machine swaged.
11.		Cable Attachments: Field, hand swaged.
12.		Tensioning Method: Threaded terminals.
E.		Infill - Glass Panel:
1.		Clamps:
a.		Material: Type A316 stainless steel.
b.		Mounting Bolts: 5/16 inch (8 mm) diameter.
c.		Size: Suitable for 1/4 inch (6 mm) or 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) thick glass as applicable.
2.		Glass Panels: Provided under the Glazing specification section; not provided by railing system manufacturer.
F.		Infill - Horizontal Round Bars:
1.		Bars: A316 5/8 inch (8 mm) diameter x 16 ga. stainless steel tubing with #4 finish.
2.		Infill tubes are horizontal or sloped to match finished floor.
3.		Installation: Infill tube end connections achieved with proprietary A316 SS hardware.
4.		Intermediate Connections: Proprietary ABS hardware.
G.		Hardware: Stainless steel construction; separate dissimilar materials with bushings, grommets or washers to prevent electrolytic corrosion.
H.		Gates: Gate frames and cables factory assembled.
1.		Configurations: Single gate with hinges and gravity latches.
2.		Configurations: Double gates with hinges and cane bolts.
3.		Widths: _______.
4.		Widths: 36 inches (914 mm).
PART  3	  EXECUTION
3.1 		EXAMINATION AND PREPARATION
A.		If preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect in writing of deviations from manufacturer's recommended installation tolerances and conditions.
B.		Do not proceed with installation until substrates have been properly prepared and deviations from manufacturer's recommended tolerances are corrected. Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the best result for the substrate under the project conditions.
C.		Commencement of installation constitutes acceptance of conditions.
3.2 		INSTALLATION
A.		Install railing system plumb, level, and true and in accordance with manufacturer's installation instructions and recommendations.
B.		Do not tighten the cables more than what is necessary to eliminate any sag.
C.		Provide anchorage devices and fittings to secure to in-place construction to adjacent construction. Separate dissimilar materials with bushings, grommets or washers to prevent electrolytic corrosion.
D.		Do not cut components, except for cable as required for installation, or abrade component finishes. Field touch-up of finishes only acceptable if done as per manufacturer's recommendations. Return components with damaged finishes to shop for required alterations according to manufacturer's return policy, followed by complete refinishing or provide new components.
E.		Secure mounting brackets to building structure in a positive manner using manufacturer recommended reinforcement and anchorage methods for substrate conditions. Locate brackets and hardware at spacing required to support structural loads.
F.		Installation of railing system shall be rigid and secure, installed by mechanics experienced in erection of architectural metal. Mounting hardware shall be drawn up tightly. Rails shall be set plumb and aligned.

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