KASTONE COMPOSITE REINFORCED PANELS

Section 07456

 

THIS SECTION IS FOR EXTERIOR PANELS. FOR CUSTOM FABRICATIONS (NOT PANELIZED MATERIAL) USE SECTION 06610.

Note:  For generic FRP products which do not meet the fabrication and finish specifications of KASTONE products FRP specification #7455 should be used.

 

PART 1 - GENERAL

           

1.01     RELATED DOCUMENTS

A.        Drawings, Conditions of the Contract and Division 1 Specifications sections, apply to work of this section.

 

1.02     SUMMARY

            A.        Section Includes: Kastone composite reinforced panels and hardware.

 

1.03     DEFINITION

A.        “Kastone”:  Where the “Kastone” is used, it means Kastone reinforced composite.

 

1.04     RELATED SECTIONS      

            A.        Section 05120 - Structural Steel:  Support framing for fiberglass      fabrications.

            B.        Section 06100 - Rough Carpentry:  Framing of openings and blocking.

            C.        Section 07900:  Joint Sealants.

            D.        Section _____ - _______________:  Electrical Attachments.

 

1.05     REFERENCE STANDARDS

            A.        ASTM D638:  Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastic.

            B.        ASTM D695:  Test Method for Compressive Strength of Rigid Plastics.

C.        ASTM D790:  Test Methods for Properties of Unreinforced and Reinforced Plastics and Electrical Insulating Materials.

            D.        ASTM E84:  Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building                         Materials.

 

1.06     DESIGN RESPONSIBILITY

            A.        The Kastone fabricator shall be responsible for the structural design of                                laminates.           

B.        Structural design shall be prepared by certified structural or civil engineer             licensed in the state where the Project is located and experienced in the use and design of Kastone products.

C.        The Kastone manufacturer shall provide data relating to specific materials for use in design considerations.  Data shall be based upon testing of actual fabrications by the Kastone manufacturer using material equivalent to those required for this Project.

 

 

1.07     DESIGN REQUIREMENTS

            A.        Structural Requirements:  Engineering calculations shall account for the                              following loads:

1.         Dead Loads:  Include the weight of the Kastone components and attached items.

                        2.         Live Loads:  As required by applicable code.

3.         Wind Loads:  As required by applicable code. Consider wind loads    as an inward pressure and as an outward suction.

                        4.         Snow Loads:  As required by applicable codes.

                        5.         Seismic Design Forces:  As required by applicable code.

6.         Load Combinations: Consider applicable load combinations. Do not combine wind loads with seismic loads.

            B.        Provisions for Movement

1.         Design and detail anchorages, connections, and joints to allow for dimensional changes of the Kastone components due to thermal and similar effects.

2.         Where the piece is restrained, allow for effects of restraint in design.

            C.        Anchorages and Connections

1.         Suggested anchorages and connections are shown on the design drawings.  Proposed substitutions may be submitted for review.  Substitutions shall satisfy the function of the connection as indicated or implied on the drawings and shall not vary indicated building loading.

2.         Anchorages and connection designs shall consider tolerances and eccentricities of load applications. Provide proper edge and end distances for inserts.      

D.        The _________ will verify that the structure will accept transmitted loads as shown in the calculations.

 

1.08     SUBMITTALS

            A.        Product Data:  Submit manufacturer’s data on Kastone components.

            B.        Product Samples:  Submit minimum 3 inch x 5 inch samples in specified                             color, texture and finish.

B.        Product Samples:  Submit minimum 3 inch x 5 inch sample.  Match sample provided by Architect.

            C.        Shop Drawings:  Submit drawings indicating:

                        1.         Panel shapes and dimensions;

                        2.         Panel surface finish;

                        3.         Part numbers;

                        4.         Jointing and connection details;

                        5.         Adjacent structure details;     

                        6.         Hardware location and details; and

                        7.         Lifting and erection details.

D.        Engineering Calculations: Submit load, stress and design calculations prepared by a certified structural or civil engineer.     

            E.         Manufacturer’s Instructions: Submit manufacturer’s instructions and                                   recommendations for:

                        1.         Product delivery, storage and handling.

                        2.         Erection, lifting and connecting of Kastone components.

            F.         Part Numbers.

 

1.09     DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A.        Handle, store and transport panels according to manufacturer’s recommendations and in a manner that prevents cosmetic and structural damage.

B.        Verify that areas where panels will be unloaded are clear of obstructions and well-drained.

            C.        Do not subject panels to undue stress.

            D.        Brace and stabilize panels to prevent warping.

            E.         Damage Responsibility: Except for damage caused by others, the installer   is responsible for chipping, cracking, or other damage to Kastone panels after delivery to the job site and until installation is completed and inspected and approved by the _______.

 

1.10     QUALITY ASSURANCE

A.    Manufacturer:  Provide Kastone panels manufactured by Kreysler & Associates, 501 Green Island Road, American Canyon, CA 94503 

T  707.552.3500  F  707.552.3501  www.kreysler.com.

 

1.11     WELDERS’ QUALIFICATIONS 

A.        Arc or gas welding of connecting structure shall be done by welders qualified by the American Welding Society “Standard Qualification Procedure”.

 

1.12     PREINSTALLATION CONFERENCE

A.        Convene a preinstallation conference prior to commencing panel installation.

            B.        Require attendance of parties directly affected by work of this Section.

            C.        Review conditions of installation, installation procedures and coordination                         required with related work.

 

1.13     LIMITED WARRANTY

A.        Warrant Kastone reinforced panels to be free from defects due to materials and workmanship for five years.

 

 

 

 

 

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

 

2.01          ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURERS

Kreysler & Associates, 501 Green Island Road, American Canyon, CA 94503 

T  707.552.3500  F  707.552.3501  www.kreysler.com.

            Substitutions:  No substitutions are accepted.

 

2.02     FABRICATED PRODUCTS

A.                Fabrications required are scheduled at the end of this section.

 

2.03     MATERIAL CHARACTERISTICS

A.                Molded Exterior Surface:  Kastone architectural finish minimum 125 mils. 

1.  Color:  Match sample supplied by Architect.

2.      Color:_______________.

3.      Texture:  Light sandblast.

            B.        Back Up Laminate:

1.         Structural laminate matrix resin:  Fire retardant, isophthalic polyester resin.

a)  Fire Retardant:  ASTM E-84, Class 1 (flame spread rating of 25 or less)

                        2.         Fiberglass Reinforcement

                                    a)  ”E” type fiberglass.

                                    b)  Random chopped glass fibers.

c)  Glass content approximately 25% to 30% except 15% for filled resin systems.

                        3.         Laminate Thickness

                                    a)  Nominal thickness 3/16”.

b)  Additional thickness and reinforcement, or sandwich structures  as indicated and as required for structural integrity.

 

2.04     AVERAGE MECHANICAL PROPERTIES FOR STRUCTURAL LAMIANTE AND UNFILLED MATRIX:

 

                PROPERTY                                        VALUE                                 TEST METHOD

            Tensile strength                       12,000 PSI                  ASTM D638

            Flexural strength                     20,000 PSI                  ASTM D790

            Flexural modulus                    0.9 x 106 PSI              ASTM D790

            Compressive strength              17,000 PSI                  ASTM D695

            Bearing strength                      9,000 PSI                    ASTM D638

            Thermal expansion                  10 x 10-6  (oF)

            Specific gravity                       1.5

 

2.05     KASTONE FINISH 

            A.        Color: ___________________.

            A.        Color as selected by_________________________.

            B.        Surface Texture/Exposed side: _______________.

            C.        Finish_________________.

 

 

2.06     TOLERANCES

            A.        Kastone integral finish thickness +/- .040.

            B.        Length:  + or - 1/8 inch in 10 feet.

C.        Overall thickness tolerance: +1/8/-0 (+3mm/-0), except for deep under-cut or acute angle areas, which may vary according to the reasonable minimum achievable in the molding process.

D.        Location of inserts, bolts, pipe sleeves, and other connecting hardware: +/- 1/4”(7mm)

            E.         Location of flashing reglets: +/- 1/4”(7mm)  

            F.         Variation from square:  1/8 inch in 10 feet.

 

2.07     IDENTIFICATION

            A.        Identify each part with a permanent serial number.

            B.        Number parts to coordinate with shop drawings.

 

2.08     CURING AND CLEANING

A.        Cure and clean components prior to shipment and remove materials which may be incompatible with adjacent building materials.

 

2.09     HARDWARE

A.        Metal Anchors and Fasteners:  Provide anchors and fasteners as recommended by panel manufacturer and conforming to the following standards of the American Society for Testing and Materials:

                        1.         Structural steel: ASTM A36;

                        2.         Cold drawn wire: ASTM A580, Type 304, Cond. A;

                        3.         Stainless steel: ASTM A666, Type 304, grade   ____;

                        4.         Carbon steel plate: ASTM A283, grade  ____;

                        5.         Malleable iron castings: ASTM A47, grade  ____;

                        6.         Carbon steel castings: ASTM A27, grade 60-30; and

                        7.         Anchor bolts ASTM A307 or ASTM A325.

 

PART 3 - EXECUTION

 

3.01     INSTALLER’S PRE-INSTALLATION INSPECTION

A.        Observe field conditions and verify that building lines, centers, and grades will allow proper installation of Kastone panels.

            B.        Verify that bearing surfaces are true and level.

C.        Verify that support framing has been constructed to allow accurate placement and alignment of anchor bolts, plates, dowels, or other connections on the structure.

            D.        Check field dimensions affecting the installation of Kastone components.

E.         Report discrepancies between design dimensions and field dimensions, which could adversely affect installation, to the ________.

            F.         Do not proceed with installation until discrepancies are corrected, or until                           installation requirements are modified and approved by the _________.

 

3.02     ERECTION

A.        Install Kastone products in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and approved shop drawings.       

B.        Unloading:  Use equipment that will prevent delays in installation process. Do not block access to panel installation area or other construction areas with equipment and materials.

C.        Lifting and Positioning: Lift Kastone with suitable lifting devices at points as recommended by the manufacturer. 

            D.        Set panels level, plumb, square, and true within the allowable tolerances.

E.         Temporarily support and brace panels as required to maintain position, stability and alignment during and until permanent connection.

            F.         Fastening:  Fasten Kastone panels as shown on approved shop drawings.

1.         Perform arc or gas welding in accordance with Kastone fabricator’s instructions and approved shop drawings using materials compatible with the base material.

                       

3.03     ALLOWABLE TOLERANCES FOR ERECTED PANELS

            A.        Tolerances for Location of Kastone Panels:  Non-cumulative.

B.        Warpage:  Maximum permissible warpage of one corner out of the plane of the other three shall be 1/8”/ft (9.5mm/M distance from the nearest adjacent corner, or 3/8” (9.5mm) total after installation.

C.        Bowing:  Less than L/200 with a maximum of 1” where L is the panel length in the direction of the bow. Differential bowing between adjacent members of the same design shall be <1/4” (7mm).

            D.        Width of Joint: 1/4” to 3/4” depending upon engineering criteria.

            E.         Gap tolerances between joints for panel dimensions of:

                                    1.         <10 ft...........+/- 3/16” (5mm)

                                    2.         10 ft. -20 ft...+/- 1/4” (7mm)

                                    3.         >20 ft...........+/- 5/16" (9mm)

 

3.04     CLEANING OF KASTONE COMPONENTS

A.        Clean soiled panels using cleaning methods and materials approved by Kastone manufacturer, Kreysler & Associates.

 

3.05     PROTECTION OF INSTALLED KASTONE PANELS

            A.        Comply with manufacturer’s recommendations and instructions for                                     protecting installed panels during construction activities.

 

END OF SECTION