Button Rail Spec - Livers Bronze

1.3 REFERENCESSpecifier Notes: List standards referenced in this section, complete with designations and titles.This article does not require compliance with standards, but is merely a listing of those used.A. ANSI Z97.1 - Safety Glazing Material Used in Buildings.B. ASTM E 985 – Standard Specification for Permanent Metal Railing Systems and Rails forBuildings.1.4 DESIGN REQUIREMENTSSpecifier Notes: Edit the following paragraphs as required for the specific application. Consultbuilding code for minimum load requirements.A. Railing system shall be designed to conform to building code and ADA requirements foropenings and stress.B. Railing system shall withstand a minimum [concentrated load of __________ pounds appliedhorizontally or vertically down at any point on top rail] [uniform load of __________ pounds perfoot applied vertically down and horizontally, but not simultaneously on top rail].1.5 SUBMITTALSA. Comply with Section 01 33 00 - Submittal Procedures.B. Product Data: Submit manufacturer's product data, including description of materials,components, fabrication, finishes and installation instructions. Installation instructions include allstructural computations and test reports provided by the manufacturer evidencing compliancewith the specifications.C. Shop Drawings: Submit manufacturer's shop drawings, including plans, elevations, sections,and details, indicating materials, components, sizes, dimensions, tolerances, hardware,fasteners, finishes, options, accessories, and installation. Show details of attaching railingsystem to supports.D. Submit manufacturer's samples of standard materials, finishes, colors, and textures.E. Test Reports: Submit test reports from qualified independent testing agency indicatingcompliance with ASTM E 985.F. Manufacturer's Quality Assurance: Submit manufacturer's certification that materials complywith specified requirements and are suitable for intended application. Submit certification thatthe manufacturer has not less than 5 years experience producing the product specified in thissection. Installation of this product will be done by the manufacturer or an approved installer.G. Maintenance Instructions: Submit manufacturer's maintenance and cleaning instructions.H. Warranty: Submit manufacturer's standard warranty.Ornamental Railing System – 05 73 00 - 2BUTTON RAILRev 8.17.06

1.6 DELIVERIES, STORAGE, AND HANDLINGA. Delivery: Deliver materials to site in manufacturer's original, unopened containers andpackaging, with labels clearly identifying product name and manufacturer.B. Storage: Store materials in clean, dry area indoors in accordance with manufacturer'sinstructions.C. Handling: Protect materials and finish from damage during handling and installation.PART 2PRODUCTS2.1 MANUFACTURERA. Livers Bronze Co., 4621 East 75th Terrace, Kansas City, Missouri 64132. Phone (816) 300-2828. Fax (816) 300-0864. Web Site www.liversbronze.com. E-Mail livers@liversbronze.com.B. Basis of Design: Drawing and specifications have been prepared based on Livers Bronze“BUTTON RAIL” railing system. Substitutions must be made and approved a minimum of 4weeks prior to the project bid and comply with (C) below. Failure to provide substitutionrequest will result in rejection.C. Substitutions: Comply with Section 01 62 00.a. Submit the following with the substitution request.1. Detailed specifications of construction and fabrication2. Independent certified test reports indicating compliance with design andperformance requirements specified in this section.3. Full size sample of railing post.4. 12 inch long sample of top railing.5. Sample of each type of fitting.2.2 ORNAMENTAL RAILING SYSTEMSpecifier Notes: The BUTTON RAIL railing system can be custom designed. Consult Livers Bronzefor additional information.A. Railing System: BUTTON RAIL1. Description: Pre-engineered, component-based, point-supported ornamental railingsystem with glass infill.B. Glass Railing Support:1. Material:a. 5/8-inch thick steel mounting plate (3” wide x 9” high) with powder coat finish.b. Mounting plate to weld mount to 1/2” thick minimum embedded steel (by others).c. SPECIFY: Optional cover plate: 16 gauge SS or 16 gauge powder coated steeld. 2.5 inch OD machined solid stainless steel type 304 rod spacer, with interlockingthreads for field adjustment due to tolerances. Satin finish on SS components.e. 2.5 inch OD, ¾ inch thick stainless steel button, no exposed fasteners (2)f. Spacer grommets, PVC washers2. Spacing: 6” from edge of glass pane at end conditions, 30” maximum spacing betweenbutton assemblies, button assemblies to be placed at joints between 5’-0” glass panelstypical.Ornamental Railing System – 05 73 00 - 3BUTTON RAILRev 8.17.06

C. Glass:1. Type: Tempered plate glass.2. Thickness: 1/2 inch.3. Height: Top of glass to be 42” above finished floor4. Maximum width: 60”5. Minimum width: 6”Specifier Notes: Specify glass color. Consult Livers Bronze for availability of other colors andcustom patterns.6. Color: [Clear] [Gray tint] [Bronze tint] [low iron]7. Glazing Material: ANSI Z97.1.8. Field glaze glass panels.C. Side Mounted Assist Handrail: 1-1/2-inch diameter, [Type 304 stainless steel] [bronze][extruded aluminum] handrail with standard RB 2000 stainless steel bracket. 2” diameterhardwood also available (SPECIFY: Wood Species)D. Cap Rail: [Rail to cap top of glass is optional. If cap rail is desired, the side mounted assisthandrail will only be required by code at stair locations.]Cap rail choices include:1) Minimal channel (MN Profile) in stainless steel (#4 long grain or #8 polished)2) 1.5” OD (RD Profile) in stainless steel (#4 long grain, #8 polished) or aluminum (powdercoat)E. Handrail Finishes:1. Finish: ____________________ Stainless Steel: Circular #4 satin (or #8 polished)Bronze handrails: Circular #4 satin (or #8 polished) and lacquer.Wood handrails: Sanded, final field finish by other trade.2. Aluminum: Powder Coat1) Color: ____________________ [Choose from manufacturers standards]2) Texture: __________________ [Choose from manufacturers standards]PART 3EXECUTION3.1 EXAMINATIONA. Examine areas to receive railing system. Notify Architect if areas are not acceptable. Do notbegin installation until unacceptable conditions have been corrected.3.2 INSTALLATIONA. Install railing system in accordance with manufacturer's instructions using manufacturer’strained installers or an installer acceptable to the specified manufacturer.B. Install railing system plumb, level, square, true to line, and rigid.C. Attach railing system securely in place using fasteners supplied or approved by manufacturer.All embedded anchor plates and supporting steel shall be provided by another trade andcoordinated with the railing supplier.D. Attach railing system to supports as indicated on the drawings and as approved bymanufacturer.Ornamental Railing System – 05 73 00 - 4BUTTON RAILRev 8.17.06

E. Field-weld components as approved by manufacturer.F. Use manufacturer's supplied hardware.G. Repair minor damages to finish in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and as approvedby Architect.H. Remove and replace defective or damaged components that cannot be successfully repaired asdetermined by Architect.3.3 CLEANINGA. Clean railing system promptly after installation in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.B. Do not use harsh cleaning materials or methods that could damage glass or finish.C. Do not use abrasive cleaners.3.4 PROTECTIONA. Protect installed railing system and finish from damage during construction.END OF SECTIONOrnamental Railing System – 05 73 00 - 5BUTTON RAILRev 8.17.06