DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS SPECIFICATION GUIDELINES - 05 00 00
SECTION 05 00 00 – METALS
GENERAL
Properly protect handrails, stairs, and other items incorporated into the work in the early stages of construction from weather, falling mortar, concrete, debris, water and other abuses. When damaged make proper repairs, or where damage is extensive, replace the items.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
Steel decking utilized for roof construction should be limited to the span widths under which it is approved. Structural steel components of the building must comply with the requirements of FM Global.
SPRAYED ON APPLICATIONS
Prefer that structural steel and steel decking be protected with gypsum board sheathing, rather than sprayed fireproofing systems. Where gypsum board sheathing protection is not practical, use sprayed fireproofing systems with a sealer overcoat.
With pre approval and where conditions require, sprayed thermal insulation can be used in conjunction with sprayed fireproofing that has a sealer overcoat.
FINISHES
All structural steel products which have an exterior exposure or which are designed for use in an area with high humidity or with possible exposure to caustic chemicals shall be galvanized, except where such design has been reviewed and approved by the University of South Alabama on a case-by-case basis. All exterior, exposed metal, such as soffits or spandrels shall be aluminum and finished with a baked on equal to Kynar 500 type paint with a minimum 20 year warranty against fading, cracking or chipping. Other metals or finishes must be reviewed and approved by the University of South Alabama on a case-by-case basis.
TESTING
The University of South Alabama will engage an independent testing and inspection agency to perform testing, inspect and evaluate connections, and prepare test reports. The contract specifications shall require access to the steel fabrication shop for the testing and inspection agency.
STRUCTURAL METAL FRAMING
Include a complete section in the specifications for this part of the work, in addition to the Structural Consultant notes on the drawings. The Design Associate is responsible for complete coordination of statements in the specifications and the notes on drawings.
In buildings designed for future vertical expansion, structural steel shall be erected within tolerances stipulated in the
AISC Code of Standard Practice.
The General Contractor shall be required to provide an affidavit, at the completion of the job, to the effect that the structural steel frame is plumb and level within the normal tolerances specified in the code.
The General Contractor shall provide a certified survey by a registered Civil Engineer showing the exact location of the centers and elevations of the columns at their topmost level, exactly as installed. This information shall be incorporated into the “record” drawings.
METAL JOISTS
Manufacturer's certificate of compliance with Steel Joist Institute Specifications is required.
Prime coat and touch up painting will be considered adequate for joists, except where subjected to moisture or where exposed to view.
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DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS SPECIFICATION GUIDELINES - 05 00 00
METAL DECKING
Manufacturer's certificate of compliance with Steel Deck Institute Specifications is required.
Prime coat and touch up painting will be considered adequate for metal deck, except where subjected to moisture or where exposed to view.
COLD-FORMED METAL FRAMING
Metal Studs and furring strips shall be spaced 16 inches on center, maximum.
METAL FABRICATIONS
All exterior ferrous metals shall be hot-dip galvanized after fabrication.
If electrical equipment is attached to support framing, the Electric Contractor will provide and install that metal framing.
Use of ink markings on surfaces of any kind of materials is prohibited. Such marks bleed through paint and other finishes.
Power or powder driven anchors are prohibited for anchorage of any materials. Power driven anchors are anchors driven by compressed air or have explosive caps used when striking the anchor into place.
Specify that the General Contractor furnish lintels for all openings through walls when openings are shown on the architectural or structural “General Contract) drawings. Note all such lintels and openings to require coordination of work and exact locations, by affected contractors. All such plumbing, HJVAC, electrical, and sprinkler openings must be coordinated and shown on the Architectural and/or Structural Drawings.
METAL STAIRS
Stair treads for public access stairways shall be concrete with cast metal nosings. Nosings shall be shaped to a radius; square nosings are prohibited.
Stair treads for roof access, equipment room access and ladders shall be metal with each tread to be the full width of the stair or ladder. Alternating treads are prohibited.
Ferrous gratings shall be hot-dip galvanized. Galvanized hardware cloth shall be installed under all areaway gratings.
EXTERIOR HANDRAILS
The design of exterior handrails shall comply with the University of South Alabama “Campus Design Guidelines” and must be in compliance with the ADA Accessibility Guidelines and all governing codes.
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