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The Guideline Performance Specifications below are meant toestablish a minimum acceptable level of construction, installation,materials and finish quality requirements. Alternate materials andmethods are acceptable if they meet or exceed the minimumrequirements. All proposals shall be supported by detailed drawingsand specifications, clearly showing dimensions, joining details,alloy, temper, finish and thickness of all members andcomponents.
1. GENERAL
(a) General Guideline Specification Requirements
(i) Sections of Division 1 apply to work of this Section. (ii)Permits and Allowances
(A) Pay all ESA permit and inspection costs.
(iii) Regulations
(A) Comply with the latest Ontario Building Code, OntarioElectrical Safety Code and all other applicable regulations.
(b) Quality Assurance
(i) Installer Qualification: Trained and approved by therespective manufacturer and having minimum five years experience inthe installation of the work described in this Section and can showevidence of satisfactory completion of projects of similar size,scope and type.
(A) Roofing Installer: Member in good standing of the localroofing
trade association affiliated with Canadian Roofing ContractorsAssociation.
(ii) If requested, provide letter of certification frommanufacturer stating that
installers are approved applicators of its products, and arefamiliar with proper procedures and installation requirementsrequired by the manufacturer.
(iii) Pre-Installation Meeting: Prior to commencing work of thisSection,
arrange for manufacturer's technical representative to visit thesite and review preparatory and installation procedures to befollowed, conditions under which the work will be done, and inspectthe surfaces to receive the work of this Section. Advise theEngineer of the date and time of the meeting.
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(iv) Manufacturer’s Site Inspection: Have the manufacturer’stechnical
representative inspect the Work at suitable intervals duringapplication and at conclusion of the work of this Section, toensure the Work is correctly installed. When requested, submitmanufacturer’s inspection reports and verification that the work ofthis Section is correctly installed.
(v) Maintenance Seminars: Engage a factory authorized servicerepresentative
to instruct Engineer’s maintenance personnel regarding propermaintenance procedures.
(vi) Source Limitations: Provide like products from a singlemanufacturer. (vii) Welding:
(A) Steel: To CSA W59 by fabricators certified by theCanadian
Welding Bureau to CSA W47.1.
(B) Aluminum: To CSA W59.2 by fabricators certified by theCanadian Welding Bureau to CSA W47.2.
(viii) Accessibility Requirements: Comply with authoritieshaving jurisdiction
and building code requirements.
(ix) Glazing: Perform work in accordance with recommendations ofGlazing Association of North America (GANA). Size glass to Coderequirements and verify that openings for glazing are correctlysized and within tolerance.
(x) Finishing: Materials, preparation and quality of work inconformance with
requirements of the latest edition of the Architectural PaintingSpecification Manual by the Master Painters Institute, issued bythe local MPI Accredited Quality Assurance Association havingjurisdiction.
(c) Performance Requirements
(i) Design and Construction: Installed work capable ofwithstanding the
effects of gravity, dead loads, snow, ice, wind effects, seismicand stresses in accordance with minimum requirements of thebuilding code.
(A) Design details and connections, where not shown on Drawings,in
accordance with CAN/CSA-S16, CSA S136, and CSA S136.1.
(B) Comply with CSA S157/A157.1 for strength design in aluminumwork.
(ii) Engineering Design: Retain a Professional Engineer,licensed in the
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Province of Ontario, with experience in work of comparablecomplexity and scope, to perform the following services as part ofthe work of this Section:
(A) Design work as required to resist live, dead, lateral, wind,snow,
and seismic loads (location specific) (B) Structural design. (C)Review, stamp, and sign shop drawings. (D) Conduct shop and on-siteinspections. (E) Prepare and submit inspection reports.
(iii) Thermal Movements: Allow for thermal movements resultingfrom
maximum change in ambient and surface temperatures by preventingbuckling, opening of joints, overstressing of components, failureof joint sealants, failure of connections, and other detrimentaleffects. Base engineering calculation on surface temperatures ofmaterials due to both solar heat gain and night time sky heatloss.
(iv) Wind Loads: Uniform wind load pressures for suction, impactand gusting,
with a return period probability required by the governingbuilding code. Snow, Rain and Ice Loads: Capable to support uniformloads required by the governing building code.
(v) Water Infiltration: Watertight to the interior under designconditions in
combination with movements occurring due to imposed loads. (vi)Use a safety factor of 2.5:1 minimum for glass design.
(d) Power and Communication Service
(i) Provide a complete design, which will include undergroundducts and distribution, power service supply and metering (includeGO Transit / Metrolinx dedicated meter), grounding systems,lighting systems and controls, telephone and communicationssystems. Provide a stainless steel enclosure with compartments forboth power and communications.
(A) CERTIFICATES: Provide copies of all required certificatesof
approval. (B) At the completion of the installation provide twosets of final "as
constructed" drawings, including all installed equipment,devices and conduit.
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(C) Generally, the work includes, in the time frame set out orimplied, the provision of a complete, interfaced, reliable,continuous operating electrical system implied, described orrequired, including but not limited to all labour; equipment;confirmations, co-ordination of equipment; spare parts; fees;service layouts; permits; inspections; investigations; studies;acceptance tests, demonstrations; reports; bonds; notices;declarations; administration; liaison, reviews, meetings,correspondence and travel. Provide training, warranties andinsurance.
(D) The electrical drawings are schematic and indicate major
equipment and intended overall arrangement.
(ii) Electrical service for the shelter is fed from the nearbyPower Assemble. Distribution voltage shall be 120/208V, 3 phase, 4wire or 120/240V, 1 phase, 3 wire system depending on the siteconditions. Provide equipment in the shelter with nominal voltagecomplying with the supplying voltage and phase.
(A) Terminate power supply and communication wirings in powerand
communication junction boxes, respectively, complete withtamperproof enclosures and with stainless steel access coversembossed or engraved “ELECTRICAL WIRING" on one access cover and“COMMUNICATION WIRING" on the other access cover for each shelter.Provide barrier between power and communication compartments.
(B) The power and communication wirings shall include but notbe
limited to, the following components:
(I) Power conductors for shelter heaters and controls.
(II) Power conductors for shelter heat tracing and controls.
(III) Power conductors for shelter lighting and lightingcontrol.
(IV) Power conductors for shelter automatic door andoperator.
(V) Power conductors for GFCI receptacles.
(VI) Power conductors for GO signage.
(VII) Power conductors for display case
(VIII) Communication cable for PA speaker
(IX) Communication cable for pay phone/intercom.
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(X) Power and Communication cables for future ticket
vending machine.
(XI) Power and Communication cables for future vendingmachine.
(XII) Provision for emergency blue light and communication.
(e) Submittals
(i) Shop Drawings: Bearing the signature and seal of theengineer responsible
for the engineering design. Include construction details, plans,elevations, sections, details, and attachments to work of otherSections, material descriptions, dimensions of individualcomponents and profiles.
(A) When requested, submit design loads, include structuralanalysis
data signed and sealed by the qualified professional engineerresponsible for their preparation.
(ii) Samples: Supply Triplicate 300 mm x 300 mm panel, 300 mmlinear, and
individual samples fully representing physical properties, andselected finish and colours or arrange for shop inspection of thefollowing: (A) Metal framing and supporting members. (B) Aluminumpanels. (C) Light fixtures. (D) Pressure sensitive butyl tape. (E)Corner of door. (F) Door hardware. (G) Bench. (H) Glass andglazing. (I) Ventilation louver. (J) Map display.
(K) Skylight (Polycarbonate glazing).
(L) Ceiling Panels.
(M) Mock up of all key components.
(iii) Maintenance Data: For inclusion in maintenance manuals.Provide 1 set
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of Operation and Maintenance Manuals upon sheltercommissioning.
(f) Coordination
(i) Coordinate installation of anchorages for work of thisSection. Furnish setting drawings, templates, and directions forinstalling anchorages, including sleeves, concrete inserts, anchorbolts, and items with integral anchors, that are to be embedded inconcrete. Deliver items to site in time for installation.
(g) Electrical Co-ordination
(i) Electrical Requirements: Coordinate the electrical andcommunication
requirements with the other trades assembling shelter. Do wiringin strict conformity with requirements of the Ontario ElectricalSafety Code and Electrical Sections. Do all electrical work to aminimum requirement of the latest Ontario Electrical Safety Codeand Canadian Electrical Safety Code. All work to be done byqualified electrical personnel. All work to be inspected andapproved by ESA and local authorities having jurisdiction.
(A) Work by Electrical Sections: Supply and installation ofelectrical
enclosures, breakers, boxes, equipment, power and control ofcomponents such as: heating, lighting, receptacles etc.
(B) Work by This Section: Wiring and connection at and from
equipment, breakers, junction boxes to equipment, lighting, etc.and controls, safety devices and other items requiring power.
(ii) Employ licensed electrician to wire and interconnect alloperational and
safety components for the Work. Terminate wiring required forconnection to control circuitry and power at NEMA 4X enclosures.Ground all control wiring. Grounding shall meet the requirements ofOntario Electrical Safety Code.
(iii) Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: CSAListed and
labelled. 2. PRODUCTS
(a) Materials - Metals (i) Steel
(A) Structural Steel Shapes, Plates:CAN/CSA-G40.20/G40.21-M,
Grade 350W.
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(B) Hollow Structural Steel Sections: CAN/CSA-G40.20/G40.21-M,Grade 350W, Class H.
(C) Galvanized Sheet Steel: ASTM A653/A653M Grade A, Z275
Commercial Quality zinc coating. (ii) Stainless Steel
(A) Stainless Steel Shapes: ASTM A484/A484M, Type 304. (B)Stainless Steel Sheet and Plate: ASTM A167, Type 304.
(iii) Aluminum
(A) Aluminum Plate and Sheet: ASTM B209M, Alloy 6061-T6,anodizing quality.
(B) Aluminum Extrusions: ASTM B221M, Alloy 6063-T6,anodizing
quality. For rolled members - Alloy 6063-T4, anodizing quality.(C) Welding Rods, Aluminum: 5356 alloy.
(b) Materials – Wood
(i) Wood Members, Exposed to View: No. 1 clean Maple Select orbetter, seasoned, straight, square and true on all four sides.Comply with minimum size and tolerances of CSA 0141. Grade-mark allwood materials. Kiln dry wood materials for interior use to amoisture content of 4% to 8%.
(ii) Softwood Plywood, Douglas Fir: CSA O121-M, Good OneSide
(G1S).
(c) Materials – Unit Skylights
(i) Unit Skylight: Barrel vaulted, extruded-polycarbonate sheetwith cellular cross section that provides isolated airspaces andcoextruded with a UV-protective layer, medium bronze colour, min.6mm thick Lexan Thermoclear by GE Polymershapes or equivalent withthermally broken prefinished aluminum frame, free of ridge mullionsand pre-formed insulated aluminum curb with deck attachmentflanges.
(ii) Framing: Constructed of extruded Alloy 6063-T6 or 6061-T6aluminum
shapes, continuous gaskets applied above and below the glazing,and integral condensation gutters.
(d) Materials - Roofing And Sheet Metal
(i) Membrane and Membrane Flashing: Single ply roofing membrane,1.6 mm (0.060”) thick, grey colour, suitable for fully adheredassembly,
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largest single sheet possible.
(ii) Tapered Insulation: CAN/CSA-A247-M, wax impregnatedfibreboard, taper cut to provide slopes indicated, on computercontrolled machine and sequence packed with detailed installationinstruction, minimum 13 mm (1/2”) thick.
(iii) Roof Drains: Manufacturer’s standard.
(iv) Adhesives, Cements, Bonding Agents, Sealant, Sealer, Primerand Tapes: Manufacturer standard for intended end use.
(v) Metal Edging and Membrane Terminations: Manufacturerstandard for
intended end use. (vi) Flashing and Trim Sheet Metal: Minimum 24gauge core thickness, zinc
coating Z275, ASTM A526M commercial quality sheet, stretcherlevelled or temper rolled to stretcher level standard of flatness.Prepainted to Stelcolour 8000 by Stelco Inc., or Dofasco System8000 by Dofasco Inc. where exposed to view.
(e) Materials - Aluminum Panels
(i) Extruded Aluminum Roof Edge, Fascia, Soffit and CeilingPanels:
Prefinished, plate aluminum alloy 3105-H14 or 3003-H14, minimum18ga nominal thickness, reinforced, corners welded and groundsmooth. Prefinish exposed to view aluminum surfaces in highperformance fluoropolymer finish. Provide necessary closures,flashings, drips and trims, sealed to stop direct weatherpenetration.
(ii) Ceiling Panels: Interlocking ceiling aluminum soffit 16” 2Panel- Gentek
product with vendor standard “ Dover Gray “ finish orequivalent.
(iii) Flashings, Trims and Closures: Prefinish aluminum of corethickness and finish to match panels.
(iii) Panel Support Girts, Suspension, Clips and Brackets: Hotdipped
galvanized steel, stainless steel, or aluminum of required corethickness to meet design requirements, profile conforming tocurvature of panels.
(f) Materials - Glass and Glazing
(i) Tempered Safety Glass: CAN/CGSB-12.1 Type 2, Class B, heattreated
using the horizontal tong free method, with roll-wave distortionparallel to bottom edge of glass as installed.
(ii) Polycarbonate Glazing: Translucent, extruded-polycarbonatesheet with
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cellular cross section that provides isolated airspaces andcoextruded with a UV-protective layer, medium bronze colour, LexanThermoclear by GE Polymershapes or equivalent.
(iii) Glazing Gaskets: Neoprene, EPDM, thermoplastic or otherapproved
material, of sufficient thickness to be 25% compressed wheninstalled. Gaskets shall have a 13.8 MPa (2000 psi) tensilestrength, Durometer A hardness of 50, plus/minus 5, resistance topermanent set 30% maximum, minimum elongation at break of 300% andresistance to ozone showing no cracks.
(iv) Glazing Tape: Pre-shimmed, extruded, ribbon shaped,non-drying, non-
skinning, non-oxidizing polyisobutylene tape with continuoussynthetic rubber spacer rod, sufficiently wide and thick as tocompletely cover bite area of glazing unit when unit is pushed intoplace.
(v) Shims, Spacers and Setting Blocks: 45, 50 and 90 Durometer Ahardness
plus/minus 5 respectively, neoprene rubber. Resistance tosunlight, weathering, oxidation and permanent deformation underload shall be prime essentials of shims, spacers and settingblocks.
(g) Materials – Door Hardware
(i) Retain services of an Architectural Hardware Consultant(AHC) for
preparation of hardware shop drawings, keying, consultation withthe Engineer and for on-site inspections.
(ii) Inspect installed hardware by the manufacturer'srepresentative who
shall certify in writing to the Owner, that hardware has beensupplied and installed in accordance with the specifications andreviewed shop drawings, and are functioning properly.
(iii) Include in the work of this Section assistance andsupervision when
requested, to ensure correct installation.
(iv) Safeguard keys out of unauthorized hands. Hand deliver keysto Owner at Substantial Performance.
(v) Door Hardware All doors shall have keyed cylinder locks onexterior side only. Interior side to be blank cover dummy cylinders(no thumb latches). Supply to each leaf one maximum securitydeadlock with lateral bolt swing. There are only external cylinderson these deadlocks.
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Lock typeAR MS18500A – 24.6mm BS. Cylinder type – Corbin 525A xRusswin 6D4 or 6D2 Keyway x 29mm – C26D
Keying shall be as follows:
(a) All Stainless Steel cylinders subject to Line Grand MasterKey.
(b) All Stainless Steel cylinders subject to Station Master Key;and;
(c) Shelter doors - keyed alike. All keys and cylinders shall befull visual key code stamped on key bow and cylinder face with twoservice keys for each enclosure. DO NOT SUPPLY ANY COPIES OFGMK.
Provide S.S blank cover plates for cylinders and turn cylindersover to Owner. All door hardware shall comply with Barrier FreeDesign Standard CAN/CSA-B651-M90, Article 4.2.6., DoorHardware.
Hinges: all exterior doors shall be provided with top to bottomcontinuous hinge. Continuous hinges must be made of 14 gauge, Type304 stainless steel and be full mortise application. Hinge typeMarkar FM300 or approved equal. Door closer: Top line product,heavy duty, single armed, overhead concealed, 180 degree opening,maximum required force for pushing or pulling to be 38N, delayclosing feature to meet Barrier Free Design Standardrequirements.
(a) Equipped with a push bar on the push side only. It shall beAlumicor type
#221 or equivalent, clear anodised for the full width of thedoor. The shop drawings shall show the push bar, type, size,connections, etc.
(b) Equipped with a door pull on the pull side of the door. Itshall be
Alumicor type #220 or equivalent, clear anodised, 300 mm highpull. The shop drawings shall show the door pull, type, size,connection details, etc.
Locking devices for all shelter doors: supply to each leaf onemaximum security deadlock with lateral bolt swing. There areexternal cylinders on these deadlocks. Supply blank cover oninterior. Lock type AR MS18500A - 24.6 mm BS. Cylinder type -Corbin 525A x Russwin 6D4 or 6D2 Keyway x 29 mm - C26D. Turn overto Owner and provide blank cover plates. Cylinders to be keyedalike.
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Door controls: all doors to be fitted with overhead concealedchannel type door stay and holder. Size as required. Type: Rixson1-400 Series or approved equal.
Weatherseal: Provide weatherseal to head and jambs of allexterior doors. Door seal to be aluminum with sponge neoprene min.6 mm thick, width to suit frame stop. Type: Canada threshold W14.Door sweeps shall be brush type: W24S.
Kick plate: provide stainless steel kickplate on the push sideof each door. The kick plate shall be 1.63 mm thick, 150 mm highfor the full width of the door.
Door hold-open and stop: provide Stainless Steel approvedpositive locking hold-open device mounted at safety bar and door asshown on drawing. Provide approved door stop, mounted with doorhold-open device.
(vi) Automatic Door Operator: ANSI 156.19, surface mount, fullhousing, power open and spring close, complete with CSA labelledelectro mechanical motor, operating temperature between -34 deg Cand 71 deg C, maximum un-assisted opening force of 38 N.
(a) Activation Push Buttons: Exterior mounted on guard rail andInterior
mounted on support column; 100x45 mm stainless steel plate,complete with international barrier free logo and standard warninglabel. Tamper resistant security fasteners.
(b) Key Switch: Single pole double throw switch to acceptmortise cylinder,
to de-activate the operator in hold-open or close position.Mount switch on 3 mm thick aluminum narrow gang plate.
(h) Materials - Electrical
(i) General: Bearing CSA or Electrical Safety Authorityinspection approval. (ii) Grounding: Provide a grounding system tothe authorities (ESA and
Metrolinx’s) approval. Grounding shall meet the requirements ofOntario Electrical Safety Code.
(iii) Wiring: TW90, RW90, TWU90, TECK90, RWU90, AC90(X-LINK),
sized for 75 deg C
(A) Conductors: Copper with 1000 volt insulation, unless notedotherwise. Heater wiring shall be as a minimum temperature rated asper the manufactures recommendation and terminated with
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appropriate connectors and tape. (B) Provide fish wire in allconduits. (C) All wire underground to be direct buried rated. Nosplices are
allowed below grade. (iv) Conduits: Exposed conduits notpermitted.
(A) Unburied Conduit: Rigid galvanized or rigid PVC as permittedby
code unless stated otherwise.
(B) Direct Buried Conduit: Rigid PVC conduit with ground, aspermitted by code.
(C) Concrete Encased Conduit: Rigid PVC conduit with ground,as
permitted by code. (D) Rigid hot dipped, galvanized Epoxy or PVCcoated.
(E) Expansion Couplings: Purpose built, for conduits cross
construction and expansion joints.
(F) Lighting And Power Circuit Conduits: Minimum 21 mm diameterinside shelter unless otherwise stated. Between handholes 53mm.
(G) Buried Conduit Or Conduit Embedded In Concrete: Minimum25
mm diameter.
(v) Conduit, Cable or Equipment Supports: Concealed, corrosionresistant metal or preserved wood. Where cutting of supportmaterials is required, treat cut ends to maintain suitableprotection from deterioration.
(vi) Lighting Fixtures and Lamps LED: Easily maintained,gasketed water and
vandal resistant. Support outlet and junction boxesindependently of conduits running to them. Fixtures controlled byphotocell and H-O-A select switch in a lockable box.
(A) H-O-A Select Switch: Complete with auxiliary contact and
mounted on the Service supply cabinet to control all shelter andlocal area lighting.
(B) Photocell: Rated for operation at 120V, 1200 W capacity,-40°C to
+40°C operating temperature range, SPST normally closed contact.Lockable PVC or Fibreglass box with replaceable hinges and claspswhich house the control enclosure, suitable for mounting on 19 mmconduit nipple.
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(C) Lighting Contactors: Electrically held complete withenclosure and
control transformer. Provide complete lighting fixtures andlamps, as designated in the fixture schedule. Support lightfixtures independently of ceiling suspension systems. Supportoutlet and junction boxes independently of conduits running tothem. Use No. 4 Tenso Pattern Coil chain galvanized plated, with arated strength of 180 lbs. (800 N) as manufactured by DominionChain Co. or equivalent. Use No. 6 'S' type hook with a ratedstrength of 180 lbs. (800 N).
(D) All lighting contactors to be Square D No. 8903 series orapproved
equal, electrically held, complete with enclosure and controltransformer. Switch shall have contacts to suit. Provide photocelland Hand-off-auto switch to suit installation. Provide aprogrammable controller timer as made by Siemens, Square D orapproved equal, complete with an variable Day light
(vii) Outlet Boxes, Pull Boxes, Junction Boxes, Terminal Boxes:CSA
approved, listed, labelled and comply with OESC requirementsNEMA 4X, complete with suitable securing lugs, conduit connectors,knockouts, escutcheons, covers and any other required accessory.All boxes and fitting to maximum finish of conduit system used.
(A) Duplex Power Receptacles: 120V GFCI with aluminum faceplate
gasketed and rated for outside applications. (B) Surface MountedBoxes: FS type, solid construction.
(C) Boxes With Both Power and Communication Outlets:Barriered.
(D) Boxes for Submergence: Bearing submersible rating withall
fittings designed and installed to prevent the entry ofwater.
(viii) Accessories: Fittings, drains, plugs, cover plates,bushings, clips, rods and accessories as required andappropriate.
(ix) Electric Radiant Heater (as required by tender documents):CSA approved
and shall bear CSA or Electrical Safety Authority certifiedorganization accredited by Standard Council of Canada. Each unitshall be safety guard fitted, waterproof, shortwave infrared type,suitable for outdoor use, industrial and commercial applications.Safety
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guard, anodized aluminum reflector and built-in adjustabledirectional system components shall be factory assembled. Allcomponents shall be corrosion resistant. Heating element(s) shallbe: (A) tubular quartz with tungsten coil and shall be glarereducing, (B) thermal shock resistant for outdoor use, and (C) ableto withstand vibrations typically encountered on rail platforms
(averaging 3.4 mm/s). Thermal shock and Vibration testing shallbe conducted by an independent qualified third party.
System power to include the following features: (A) Heatersshall be suitable for operation with 120V/208V/240V AC,
single phase, and 60 Hz electrical service. Recommended power is3000W per heater at 208V service.
(B) Shelter power distribution conductors shall terminate in aNEMA 4X lockable enclosure, complete with backboard. Allterminations shall end on a terminal block inside enclosure. Allpower sources shall have local breaker disconnects.
(C) Ground fault interrupt breakers are required for each heatercircuit. (D) Power conductors to be underground rated. (E) Wiringshall meet radiant heater temperature specification. (F) Allexposed conduit, junction boxes and fittings shall be rigid
galvanized steel PVC or epoxy coated. (G) Liquid-tight conduitand Armored (AC) cables are acceptable only
if they are mounted inside existing structural members. Useweatherproof fittings.
System controls to include following features:
(A) Each radiant heater shall be independently turned on by itsown
remote momentary push button (button colour green, recessedtype, heavy duty, Allan-Bradley, Siemens or approved equal).
(B) Thermostat: remote bulb type. SPEC NOTE: Use percentageinput timer for metal sheath infrared heaters only.
(C) Each shelter heater shall be controlled by a PLC or anadjustable timer that allows 10 minutes of heating at a time if theambient temperature is below 10°C. The controls are to be designedin such a way as to prevent operation should the push button bejammed in
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the position. No 347 V in shelters. (D) Heater shall besuspended by chains or threaded rods. Heaters shall
be installed at a minimum height of 2440mm (8’) from theunderside of the heater to finished floor. The radiation angleshould be between 60 and 75 degrees. Approved manufacturers:Chromalox, Ouellet, Caloritech and Solaira Heaters or approvedequivalent.
(E) Each heater shall be provided with its own controls completewith
a local momentary push to start. If more than one radiant heateris used in a shelter, each heater to be independently controlled byits own push button.
(F) Ground fault interrupt breakers are required for each heatercircuit.
(G) Heater controls shall be in 120V or less.
(x) Heat Tracing Cable and Termination Components: ULC Listed asDeicing
and Snow-melting Equipment and CSA Certified as Designation 1B,2B. SPEC NOTE: Most heating cables are not 347V rated.
(A) Heating Cable: Two nickel-coated-copper bus wires embeddedin parallel in a self-regulating polymer core, covered by acrosslinked dielectric jacket and protected by a tinned-copperbraid and outer jacket, operating on 208, 240volts without the useof transformers, complete with suitable thermostats, variable poweroutput in response to temperature all along its length, allowingthe heating cable to be crossed over itself without overheating,cut to length in the field, and to have no heater-to-cold-leadconnections buried in the pavement.
(B) Circuit Protection: Ground fault interrupt breaker orreceptacle
circuit protection are required for all circuits.
(xi) P.A. Speaker: Refer to Metrolinx DRM for hardwire andaccessory requirements.
(i) Materials – Paints And Finishes
(i) Manufacturers and Products: Listed under the ApprovedProduct List
(APL) section of the MPI Painting Manual.
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(ii) Use lead and mercury free products with low VOCcontent.
(iii) Use only materials having a minimum MPI EnvironmentallyFriendly E3 rating based on VOC (EPA Method 24) content levels.
(iv) The Engineer will select colors from a manufacturer’s fullrange of colors.
(j) Installation - Materials And Accessories
(i) Fasteners: Bolts, nuts, washers, rivets, lock washers,anchor bolts,
machine screws and machine bolts.
(A) For Joining Steel Components: Hot dipped galvanized to CSAG164.
(B) For Joining Stainless Steel Components: Type 304 stainlesssteel.
(C) For Joining Aluminum Components: Type 304 stainlesssteel.
(D) For Joining Dissimilar Metal Components: Type 304stainless
steel. (ii) Primer Paint: CISC/CPMA 2-75.
(iii) Galvanized Primer Paint: Organic zinc rich primer. Forgalvanized
fabrications where touchup is to remain unpainted in finishedwork: Inorganic zinc rich primer, Galvafroid by W.R. Meadows ofCanada Ltd.
(iv) Grout: Non-shrink, non-metallic, flowable, 24h, 15 MPa,pull-out strength
7.9 MPa.
(v) Drilled Anchors: Mega by ITW Construction Products orHAS/RE-500 by Hilti Inc. heavy-duty anchors, sizes to suit.
(vi) Sealant: Non-yellowing, non-bleeding, non-migrating,capable of
supporting its own weight, one component silicone base, intendedfor specific end use, colour to match colour of substrates.
(A) Horizontal Joints: Self levelling. (B) Vertical and OverheadJoints: Non-sag.
(vii) Isolation Coating: Acid and alkali resistant.
(viii) Self-Adhering Decals: Pressure-sensitive, non-facing,with clear, colourless, non-yellowing adhesive, in design providedby Owner.
(ix) Above Door Ventilation Louver: 50% free area, flush mount,prefinished
aluminum louver and retention framing, bird screen.
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(k) Fabrication – Structural Framing
(i) Integrated set of mutually dependent components that form acompletely
assembled shelter, ready for site installation. Includestructural framing, roof and wall panels, and accessories.
(ii) Structural Framework: Fabricated from tubing, channel,angle, I beam or
tee extrusions. Connect framework with mechanical fasteners orwelding. (l) Fabrication - Entrances
(i) Preparation for Hardware: Drill and cut to template forhardware.
Reinforce frames and door stiles to receive hardware inaccordance with manufacturer's recommendations.
(ii) Arrange fasteners and attachments to conceal from view.
(iii) Accurately fit and secure joints and corners. Make jointshairline in appearance.
(iv) Prepare components with internal reinforcement for doorhardware. (v) Door Frame
(A) Fabricate and assemble units with joints only atintersection of
aluminum members with uniform hairline joints; rigidly secure,and sealed in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations.
(vi) Doors
(A) Corner Construction: Mechanical clip fastening, sigma deeppenetration plug welds and 30 mm long fillet welds inside andoutside of all four corners
(B) Glazing Stops: Manufacturer's standard snap-in glazing stopswith
EPDM glazing gaskets. Factory glaze doors with clear temperedglass.
(m) Fabrication - Metal Flashing And Trims
(i) Fabricate metal flashings, coping, rain water leaders andother sheet metal work to details shown. Form pieces in 2400 mm(8') maximum lengths. Make allowance for expansion at joints.
(ii) Hem exposed edges on underside 13 mm (1/2”). Miter and sealcorners
with sealant.
(iii) Form sections square, true and accurate to size, free fromdistortion and other defects detrimental to appearance orperformance.
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(iv) Apply isolation coating to metal surfaces to be embedded inconcrete or
mortar. (n) Fabrication - Benches
(i) Seats: Form continuous slats for benches #1 clean Mapleselect or better,
D4S, straight and free of splits and with eased edges. Eachpiece to be clean cut each end, true and spare, all pieces the samelength +/-2 mm for each specific bench in equal lengths for eachbench.
(ii) Arm Rests: 38 mm diameter aluminum pipes at 587 mm centres.Securely
connect work to resist minimum 1.3 kN force vertically orhorizontally. (iii) Benches shall be inspected by Engineer on thepremises prior to shipping.
(o) Fabrication - Sign Boxes
(i) Fabricate illuminated sign boxes of pre-finished extrudedaluminum and display case.
(A) Design, construct and reinforce sign boxes and display caseto
provide strong, rigid, self-supporting, weathertight andlight-tight housing to accommodate sign faces and electricalcomponents. Use one piece casing lengths.
(ii) Provide access for installation, maintenance, andre-lamping, through
hinged access panel having concealed latches to preventunauthorized access.
(iii) Provide conceal mounting hardware for installation.Exposed materials to
match sign boxes and casing.
(iv) Sign Face: Fabricate sign faces of min. 4.5mm (3/16”) thickSolar grade UV protected translucent white. Polycarbonate sheetsuitable for intended use in sign fabrication, colours asindicated. Apply self-adhering vinyl film graphics.
(A) Support sign face along top, leaving sides and bottomfloating to
permit unrestricted thermal movement. (v) Sign displays shall beLED illuminated.
(p) Welding
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(i) Execute welding to avoid damage or distortion to work.Execute welding
in accordance with following standards:
(A) CSA W48: For welding materials. If rods are used, onlycoated rods are allowed.
(B) CSA W59 Series: For design of connections and workmanship.(C) CAN/CSA W117.2: For safety.
(ii) Thoroughly clean welded joints and expose metals for asufficient distance
to perform welding operations.
(iii) Test welds for conformance and remove work not meetingspecified standards and replace to Engineer’s acceptance.
(iv) Continuous weld all joints for the full length of eachjoint. Finish exposed
welds smooth and flush, file or grind as required. (q) Hot DipGalvanizing
(i) Hot dip galvanize, after fabrication, steel metalfabrication items.
Straighten shapes and assemblies true to line and plane aftergalvanizing. Repair damaged galvanized surfaces with brush orspray-applied anti-corrosion coating containing 92-95% zinc, inaccordance with manufacturer's printed directions.
(A) Members exposed to elements when in final location. (B)Members embedded on exterior side of exterior walls. (C) Membersimbedded in concrete. (D) Members specified in this Section orindicated on Drawings.
(ii) Hot-dip galvanize members in accordance with CAN/CSA G164and
requirements of the following ASTM standards, with minimumcoating weights or thicknesses as follows:
(A) Rolled, Pressed and Forged Steel Shapes, Plates, Bars andStrips:
ASTM A123/A123M; average weight of zinc coating of actualsurface (I) 4.8 mm and less member thickness: 600 g/sq.m. (II) 6 mmand heavier members: 640 g/sq.m.
(B) Iron and Steel Hardware: ASTM A153/A153M; minimum weight
of zinc coating, in gram per square meter of surface for thevarious
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classes of materials used in the Work. (r) Aluminum Finishes
(i) Pre-finish exposed to view aluminum surfaces. Ensurealuminum finish is
free from blemishes or scratches and uniform in colour andsheen. Pre-treat aluminum and apply primer and finish coats inaccordance with manufacturer's instructions.
(ii) Clear Anodic Finish: AA-M12C22A41, as fabricatednon-specular
mechanical finish, medium matte etched chemical finish,architectural class I clear anodic coating of minimum 0.018 mmthick complying with AAMA 611.
(iii) Colour Anodic Finish: AA-M12C22A42/A44, as fabricatednon-specular
mechanical finish, medium matte etched chemical finish,architectural class I, integrally coloured or electrolyticallydeposited color coating of minimum 0.018 mm thick complying withAAMA 611. Color as selected by Engineer from full range of industrycolours and colour densities.
(iv) Baked Enamel, Two Coat: AAMA 2603, high performance
fluoropolymer, thermocured system consisting of speciallyformulated inhibitive primer and fluoropolymer color topcoatcontaining not less than 70% polyvinylidene fluoride resin byweight.
(v) Baked Enamel, Three Coat: AAMA 2603, high performance
fluoropolymer, thermocured system consisting of speciallyformulated inhibitive primer, fluoropolymer color coat, andfluoropolymer clear top coat, colour and top coats containing notless than 70% polyvinylidene fluoride resin by weight.
(vi) Powder Coat Finish: Components to receive a baked onpainted finish “
Duranar XL” by PPG or equivalent over full multi-stage chlorinefree pretreatment process. Powder coating to be applied with aminimum 12 gun automatic electrostatic spray gun. Finish shall bein exterior quality powder coating applied in accordance with AAMA2603-02, selection to be available in standard RAL colors,thickness 2+mils, gloss +/- 5 degrees per technical data
(s) Stainless-Steel Finishes
(i) Polish Finish: Apply finish after fabrication. Remove tooland die marks
and stretch lines or blend into finish. When polishing iscompleted, passivate and rinse surfaces. Remove embedded foreignmatter and leave surfaces chemically clean.
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(A) Nondirectional Polish: AISI No. 8 mirror like reflectivefinish.
(B) Directional Polish: AISI No. 4 bright satin finish. Grindand polish
surfaces to produce uniform, directionally textured, polishedfinish, free of cross scratches. Run grain with long dimension ofeach piece.
(ii) Bright, Cold-Rolled, Unpolished Finish: No. 2B finish. (t)Shop Finishing
(i) Prepare surfaces and shop finish work in accordance withpaint
manufacturer and MPI Premium Grade requirements for intendedsubstrates.
(A) Do work by skilled trades persons, to manufacturer'sdirections.
Apply paint only when dust-free conditions prevail. Resultsshall be even, uniform in sheen, colour and texture; free frombrush or roller marks, or other defects.
(ii) Finishing Systems:
(A) Finish surfaces in accordance with MPI Painting Manualrequirements.
(B) Steel Components: EXT 5.1L, pigmented polyurethane finishover
inorganic zinc primer and high build epoxy.
(iii) Sand, clean, dry, etch, neutralize and test surfaces underadequate illumination, ventilation and temperaturerequirements.
(iv) Seal component joints and crevices with paintable sealantsprior to
finishing.
(v) Reduce materials only when indicated by paint manufacturer.Reduce only with approved thinner.
(vi) Tint each coat of finish progressively darker to enableconfirmation of
number of coats.
(vii) Work specified is intended to cover surfacessatisfactorily when applied at proper consistency and in accordancewith manufacturer’s recommendations. If the Contractor is of theopinion that the specified materials will not provide uniformcoverage, report in writing to the Engineer, before commencing thework. If surfaces finished are not covered satisfactorily to theEngineer’ opinion, apply additional coats at
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no additional cost. 3. EXECUTION
(a) Installation - General
(i) Set work plumb, aligned, level and true to plane with fullbearing on supports, to manufacturer’s instructions.
(ii) Fasten shelter to cast-in anchor bolts or to concrete baseswith epoxy
anchors.
(iii) Connect electrical power service to power distributionsystem in accordance with the project electrical requirements.
(iv) All electrical material shall be specification grade, whereapplicable, new
and carry CSA approval or special ESA inspection approval. (v)Similar devices and items shall be from one manufacturer throughoutthe
project (vi) Modifications to existing equipment shall be madeusing manufacturers
approved parts and installation methods. (vii) Securely displayunits, entrance guardrails, benches and ventilation
louvers.
(b) Installation – Unit Skylights
(i) Install work level, plumb, square, accurately aligned,correctly located,
and without warp or rack.
(ii) Do not force units into place, nor superimpose on themloads for which they were not designed.
(iii) Anchor work securely in place to supports to resist allloads. Use
attachment methods permitting adjustment for constructiontolerances, irregularities, alignment, and expansion andcontraction.
(iv) Provide for thermal movement to take place between unitsand adjacent
construction.
(v) Isolate with protective barrier contact areas betweenaluminum and dissimilar metals.
(vi) Install skylights including flashing, fasteners, hardware,sealants, gaskets,
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and glazing materials required for a complete, weatherproofinstallation.
(A) Seal joints to provide a weathertight assembly, and inaccordance with sealant manufacturer's specifications.
(c) Installation – Roofing and Sheet Metal
(i) Mechanically fasten sheathing to roof structure. Stagger endjoints. (ii) Fasten tapered insulation to form positive drainage todrain.
(iii) Position roofing sheets to accommodate contours of theroof structure and
shingle splices to avoid bucking water.
(iv) Unroll and position sheets without stretching. Allow themembrane to relax for approximately 1/2 hour before bonding. Foldthe sheet back onto itself so half the underside of the membrane isexposed.
(v) Exercise care to position membrane sheets. Locate fieldsplices away from
low spots and out of drain sumps. Shingle splices to preventbucking of water.
(vi) Apply bonding adhesive full coverage to both the undersideof the
membrane and the substrate.
(vii) Roll the coated membrane into the coated substrate whileavoiding wrinkles. Brush down the bonded half of the membrane sheetwith a soft bristle push broom to achieve maximum contact.
(viii) Fold back the unbonded half of the membrane sheet andrepeat the
bonding procedure.
(ix) Install adjoining membrane sheets in the same manner,overlapping edges approximately 100 mm (4”). Do not apply bondingadhesive to the splice area.
(x) Membrane Splicing: Apply to roofing manufacturerstandard.
(xi) Daily Seal: When the completion of work is not achieved bythe end of the work day, provide a daily seal to temporarily closethe membrane to prevent water infiltration, using manufacturer’ssealers or other acceptable membrane seal in accordance with themanufacturer's requirements.
(xii) Continue the roof membrane as wall flashing wherepracticable. Follow
manufacturer's typical flashing procedures for all wall, curb,and penetration flashing including metal edging/coping and roofdrain applications.
(xiii) Roof Drains and Drain Flashing: Set roof drains to awater-tight
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installation. Carry flashing down into sump to edge of drainfitting. Embed flashing flange in full bed adhesive or pourablesealer. Extend flashing 200 mm (8”) beyond drains onto roofmembrane.
(xiv) Install sheet metal work in accordance with CRCAspecifications, using
concealed fastenings except where approved beforeinstallation.
(A) Counterflash membrane flashings at intersections of roofwith vertical surfaces and curbs. Flash joints using S-lock formingtight fit over hook strips.
(B) Lock end joints and caulk with sealant. (d) Installation –Aluminum Panels
(i) Install work plumb, level with intersecting parts joinedtogether to provide
tight, accurately fitted joints with adjoining surfaces in trueplanes. Attach components in manner not restricting thermalmovement.
(ii) Fasten panels cladding to supports with concealed fastenerswhere
possible and at spacings to suit loading requirements. Sealedside and lap joints.
(iii) Align panels end-to-end to provide accurate fit withcorresponding
sections parallel and straight. Locate joints directly oversupports.
(iv) Cut and flash openings. Provide necessary closures,flashings, drips and trims, sealed to stop direct weatherpenetration.
(v) Seal junctions with adjoining work with sealant. Apply andcure sealant in
accordance with manufacturer's instructions. (e) Installation -Signage
(i) Erect and secure signs plumb and level using Stainless Steelfasteners.
(f) Installation – Glass And Glazing
(i) Handle and install glass in accordance with manufacturer'sdirections. Prevent nicks, abrasions and other damage likely todevelop stress on edges.
(ii) Accurately size glass to fit openings allowing clearancesrecommended by Glass Association of North America. Cut glass cleanand free of nicks and damaged edges. Grind smooth and polishexposed glass edges. Do not cut or abrade tempered, heat treated,or coated glass.
(iii) Without limitations, cracked or scratched glass,shrinking, cracking,
staining, hardening, sagging of glazing materials; loosening orrattling of
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glass; leaking of glazed joints will be rejected.
(iv) Use setting blocks and spacers as required to properlysupport glass, centred in place in the glazing space independent ofthe materials and to uniformly distribute its load, with uniformbite and face and edge clearance, free from twist, warp or otherdistortion likely to develop stress.
(A) Use a minimum of 2 setting blocks, located at thequarter
points.
(B) Locate spacers at jamb edges of glass, uniformly spaced at600 mm o.c. maximum, and 300 mm maximum from top and bottom.
(v) Assess coloured glass units for colour uniformity andarrange to avoid
abrupt variation in appearance.
(vi) Leave labels on glass until it has been set and inspectedand approved. Leave glass whole and without cracks, scratches orother defects and with setting in perfect condition at completion,to the approval of the Engineer.
(vii) Remove rejected, broken or damaged glass due to defectivematerials or
improper setting and replace with perfect materials. Unitsproducing distorted vision will be rejected and replaced at thereasonable discretion of the Engineer.
(viii) Seal glass-to-glass joints with sealant.
(ix) Apply decals to all wall glazing panels, and doors free ofwrinkles, air
bubbles and other defects. (g) Installation - Electrical
(i) Install, program, set-up and adjust all equipment asindicated and/or
required and complete all commissioning. (ii) In locations werethere are no existing services, design and install all
necessary underground duct banks to and from a new metering /distribution / communication stainless steel cabinet. The power /communication cabinet shall have a minimum of least twocompartments one for power and its distribution / control and onefor the communication equipment including telephone. A completegrounding system shall be provided. The cabinet compartments willbe individually lockable and suitable for the applications.
(iii) Service equipment and other relevant systems to be ratedfor 100%
loading. select breaker and or fuse types to ensure optimumselective co-ordination.
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(iv) Provide all grounding to the authorities' approval. (v)Wiring shall be TW90, RW90, TWU90, TECK90, RWU90, AC90 (X-
LINK), sized for 75 deg C. All conductors, unless specificallynoted otherwise, shall be stranded copper with 1000 Voltinsulation. The minimum size of conductor allowed is # 12 AWG.
(vi) Unburied conduit shall be rigid galvanized epoxy coatedsteel or rigid pvc
as permitted by code unless stated otherwise. (vii) Directburied conduit shall be rigid PVC conduit with ground, aspermitted
by code. Concrete encased conduit may be PVC DB2 conduit withground, as permitted by code. Seal Tight conduit shall be used toconnect motors and other vibrating equipment, minimize runs.
(viii) Minimum conduit size for lighting and power circuitsshall be 21 mm
(3/4") unless otherwise stated. All buried conduit or conduitembedded in concrete shall be minimum 50 mm diameter. Conduits tobe concealed, where possible. Supply and install expansioncouplings where conduits cross construction joints.
(ix) No underground splices are permitted. (x) Maximum armouredcable (AC) length of 3 m (10ft) is acceptable in the
ceiling space, use EMT conduit otherwise. Minimum lengths ofarmoured cable may be used in furred ceilings, hollow partitionsand hollow walls. Rigid galvanized steel or rigid PVC conduit onlyin masonry walls unless otherwise approved. No armoured cable maylay on or clip to ceiling tiles or terminate in panels.
(xi) Provide all pull boxes, junction boxes, terminal boxes,fittings, drains,
plugs, cover plates, bushings, clips, rods and accessories asrequired and appropriate. No EMT conduit connectors to be c/w steelset screw. Rigid galvanized epoxy coated steel shall be used. Wherethe potential for box submergence exists, the box is to have asubmersible rating with all fittings designed and installed toprevent the entry of water.
(xii) Supports for conduit, cable or equipment shall becorrosion resistant and
where cutting of support materials is required, the cut ends tobe treated to maintain suitable protection from deterioration.
(xiii) Door Entry Wiring: Provide concealed in complete metalconduit raceway system.
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(xiv) Conduits: Conceal conduits, support conduits from theshelter structure.
Nails or tie wires are not acceptable.
(A) Maximum armoured cable (AC) length of 3 m is acceptable inthe ceiling space, use rigid galvanized epoxy coated conduitotherwise.
(xv) Seal tight conduits used to connect motors and othervibrating
equipment, minimize runs. (xvi) Electric Radiant Heater:Securely mount heaters at locations indicated.
Remote push-button control shall be Allen Bradley, Siemens,Square D 9001 or approved equal.
(xvii) Heat Tracing: Make heating cable power connection and endseal
terminations in junction box. Provide a system Scupper heattrace, snow sensor, controller, contactor(s) equipment andaccessories required and/or indicated Equipment shall be by Britechor reviewed equivalent by 3M/Thermon or Pyrotenax. Verify all cablelengths before ordering equipment. Follow manufacturer'sinstallation recommendations.
(xviii) Disconnects, motor starters and meter sockets shall beby Schneider
Electric, Cutler-Hammer, Allen Bradley Canada Ltd., or reviewedequivalent.
(xix) All equipment shall operate without noise or vibrationsexceeding
manufacturer's criteria. (xx) Automatic swing door operatorsshall be "Power Swing", Self contained,
surface mounted system, all as manufactured by Besam Inc. andsupplied and installed by Enex Door West of Guelph, Ontario,(519)824-5331, or approved equal.
(xxi) Operator Housing: The operator shall be completelycontained in an
150mm x 150mm extruded aluminum housing. The housing shallextend across the entire door opening. Where located on a leaf of adouble door, it shall extend over both doors. All aluminum sectionsshall be of 6006-t6 alloy and shall have a minimum wall thicknessof 0.156". All exposed surfaces shall be finished to match existingdoor frames. The operator housing shall provide a seal againstdust, dirt and moisture. Operator housing shall extend the fullwidth of the door frames. Finish: clear anodized.
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Electric motor: electric motor shall be minimum 1/8 horsepower,120V and shall be equipped standard with a built in thermaloverload protection and shall not exceed 5 Amps.
Operator assembly: Operator shall be non-handed and the powertransmission shall be servo unit type with one moving part.Helical/mesh or chain driven systems will not be accepted.
Electric control: a self-contained, 100% solid state integratedcircuit shall control the operation and switching of the swing doorpower operator. The electronic control shall provide low voltagepower supply for all means of operation. No external or auxiliarylow voltage source shall be allowed. The control shall include timedelay (adjustable between 1 to 60 seconds) for normal cycle.plug-in relays, resistors, contacts, etc., will not beaccepted.
Actuator buttons to be compact 110mm diameter recessed mount,stainless steel, 4r-3 As Manufactured by WIKK.
OPERATION POWER OPEN: The automatic door operator shall bepowered by
a force transmitted by the electric motor to the servo unit andshall be connected by way of an adjustable arm linkage to the door.A constant opening pressure shall be maintained at all times. Bothopening speed and back check must be individually adjustable.External/manual stops will not be accepted. The automatic doorsystem shall function as a manual door closer in the event of apower failure, and allow for manual operation at all times,requiring no more than 5-7 pounds force on opening manually.
SPRING CLOSE: The automatic door operator shall be spring closedaction. The spring shall be non-handed and designed to counter-actwind and stack conditions, and return the door to its fully closedposition. Both closing speed and latching shall be individuallyadjustable, without the need to change resistors or any othercomponents.
The automatic door system shall be self-contained, requiring noremote pumps or compressors. Pneumatic tubing will not beaccepted.
Operator must be adjusted with sufficient back check to preventwind from damaging the door.
Push and go feature will not be accepted. Manual reset buttonswill not be accepted. Operator must be electro-hydraulic technologyto ensure longer life
with lower maintenance. Provide hardware of type and finish inaccordance with, and equal
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in all respects to the samples of hardware and finishes approvedby the consultant.
Metal finishes shall be free from defects, clean and unstained,and of uniform colour and finish for each type of finishrequired.
Fastenings Supply screws, bolts, expansion shields and otherfastening devices
required for satisfactory installation and operation ofhardware. Exposed fastening devices to match finish of hardware,use
fasteners compatible with material through which they pass
(xxii) Train the owner's personnel as required to operate andmaintain all equipment. correct installed work as directed by theengineer or authorized inspector
(xxiii) Equipment Mounting Heights: Mounting height of equipmentis from
finished floor to centreline of equipment unless indicatedotherwise. Verify unspecified heights, dimensioned locations andensure indicated heights in accordance with current barrier freeaccess requirements before installation.
(h) Installation - Sealants
(i) Clean joints and spaces which are to be sealed. Ensurejoints are dry and
free of dust, loose mortar, oil, grease, oxidation, coatings,form release agents, sealers and other foreign material.
(ii) Clean porous surfaces, and metal surfaces, exceptpre-coated metals, of
rust, mill scale and foreign materials by wire brushing,grinding or sanding.
(iii) Clean glass surfaces with cellulose sponges or clean ragssoaked with
ethyl alcohol, ketone solvent, xylol or toluol and wipe dry withclean cloth.
(iv) Clean pre-coated metals with solutions or compounds whichwill not
injure finish and which are compatible with joint primer andsealant.
(v) Install joint backing material to achieve correct anduniform joint profile.
(vi) On horizontal traffic surfaces, support joint filleragainst vertical
movement which might result from traffic loads, including foottraffic.
(vii) Where surfaces adjacent to joints are likely to becomecoated with sealant during application, mask surfaces prior topriming and sealing.
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(viii) Do not exceed shelf life and pot life of materials, andinstallation times, as
stated by manufacturers.
(ix) Use materials as received from manufacturer, withoutadditions, deletions and adulterations of materials.
(x) Seal joints in surfaces to be painted before surfaces arepainted. Where
surfaces to be sealed are prime painted in shop before sealingcheck to make sure prime paint is compatible with primer andsealant. If they are incompatible, inform Consultant and changeprimer and sealant to compatible types approved by Consultant.
(xi) Prime joints as required by sealant manufacturer. Primesides of
joints for type of surface being sealed prior to application ofjoint backing, bond breaker or sealant.
(xii) Apply sealant using hand operated guns or pressureequipment fitted with
suitable nozzle size and equipment approved by sealantmanufacturer. Apply in accordance with manufacturer's directionsand recommendations.
(xiii) Force sealant into joint and against sides of joints toobtain uniform
adhesion. Use sufficient pressure to completely fill all voidsin joint regardless of variation in joint widths and to properjoint depth as prepared. Ensure full firm contact with interfacesof joint. Superficial pointing with skin bead shall not beacceptable.
(xiv) Finish face of compound to form smooth, uniform beads. Atrecesses in
angular surfaces, finish compound with flat face, flush withface of materials at each side. At recesses in flush surfaces,finish compound with concave face flush with face of materials ateach side.
(xv) Compound may be tooled, provided that such tooling does notdamage
seal or tear compound. Avoid pulling of sealant from sides.
(xvi) Tool surfaces as soon as possible after sealantapplication or before any skin formation has occurred, particularlywhen using silicone sealants.
(xvii) Joint surfaces shall be straight, neatly finished, freefrom ridges, wrinkles,
sags, dirt, stains, air pockets and embedded foreign matter orother defacement and be uniform in colour, free from marblingand/or colour streaking due to improper mixing or use of out ofshelf life products.
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(i) Adjusting And Cleaning
(i) After completing installation, inspect exposed finishes andrepair damaged finishes.
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