Specifications - Lord and Son Construction, Inc.

SECTION 09 51 13 – ACOUSTICAL PANEL CEILINGS
PART 1 – GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
1.2 SUBMITTALS
A. Extent of each type of acoustical ceiling is shown and scheduled on drawings.
B. Types of acoustical ceilings specified in this section include the following:
1. Acoustical panel ceilings, exposed suspension.
C. Related Sections include the following:
1. Division 9 Section “Gypsum Board” for gypsum board ceilings
A. Product Data: Manufacturer’s product specifications and installation instructions
for materials and suspension system, including certified laboratory test reports and
other data as required showing compliance with these specifications.
B. Coordination Drawings: layout of ceilings drawn to scale coordinating acoustical
tile ceiling installation and spacing with hanger attachment to building structure
and ceiling mounted items. Include locations of all mechanical and electrical items
(light fixtures, mechanical items, fire alarm, and sprinkler heads).
1. Contracting Officer will provide a CAD drawing of the reflected ceiling plan for
the contractor’s use in preparing. This is to be used as a guide only – it is the
responsibility of the Contractor to ensure that all tile is centered in the space
and all items are located properly.
C. Samples: Set of samples for acoustical unit, showing full range of exposed color
and texture, and set of 12” long samples of suspension system.
1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Installer: Firm with not less than three years of successful experience in
installation of acoustical ceilings similar to requirements for this project and which
is acceptable to manufacturer of acoustical units.
1.4 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. Deliver acoustical ceiling units to project site in original unopened packages and
store them in a fully enclosed space where they will be protected against damage
from moisture, direct sunlight, surface contamination or other causes.
B. Before installing acoustical ceiling units, permit them to reach room temperature
and stabilized moisture content.
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