DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS
DIVISION 10
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT SERVICES
SPECIALTIES
DIVISION 10
SPECIALTIES
Division 10 of the Carnegie Mellon University Design and Construction Standards
Manual addresses the following requirements for specialties on University projects.
10100
10155
10165
10200
10270
10416
10425
10550
10552
10651
10750
10800
10850
10905
VISUAL DISPLAY BOARDS
METAL TOILET COMPARTMENTS
PLASTIC TOILET COMPARTMENTS
LOUVERS AND VENTS
ACCESS FLOORING
DIRECTORIES
SIGNS
POSTAL SPECIALTIES
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS, CABINETS, AND ACCESSORIES
OPERABLE PANEL PARTITIONS
TELEPHONE SPECIALTIES
TOILET AND BATH ACCESSORIES
RECYCLING CONTAINERS
CUSTODIAL AND SUPPLY STORAGE ROOMS
APPENDICES
10-1 INTERIOR ROOM IDENTIFICATION SIGN TYPE A
10-2 INTERIOR ROOM IDENTIFICATION SIGN TYPE B
10-3 INTERIOR SUITE IDENTIFICATION SIGN TYPE C
10-4 INTERIOR SUITE IDENTIFICATION SIGN TYPE D
10-5 INTERIOR SUITE IDENTIFICATION SIGN TYPE E
10-6 INTERIOR SUITE IDENTIFICATION SIGN TYPE F
10-7 INTERIOR DIRECTIONAL SIGN, TYPE G AND
INTERIOR WINDOW INFORMATIONAL SIGN TYPE H
DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS
DIVISION 10
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT SERVICES
SPECIALTIES
10100 VISUAL DISPLAY BOARDS
The following visual display boards have been adopted as the standard by the University
for all projects.
Movable Chalkboards
The Contractor shall provide Weyel vertical sliding units with minimum “Life of
Building” warranty.
Fixed Chalkboards
For fixed chalkboards and whiteboards, the Contractor shall provide products
manufactured by Greensteel or Nelson Adams. These units shall be a minimum of
0.0025-in. vitreous porcelain on minimum 24-gage enameled steel mounted on a 0.5-in.
particle board with a Class A flame rating. A minimum 50-year warranty shall be
provided.
Tackboards
The Contractor shall provide units that meet a Class A flame rating.
10155 METAL TOILET COMPARTMENTS
The Contractor shall provide minimum 22-gage type 304 stainless steel laminated to a
seven-ply exterior grade plywood core for all metal toilet compartments. Lever-type latch
hardware shall be provided on all handicap-accessible stall doors.
10165 PLASTIC TOILET COMPARTMENTS
The Contractor shall provide solid high-density polyethylene type plastic toilet
compartments with heavy-duty hardware, including full-length mounting brackets.
Santana high density polyethylene (HDPE) “School Spec” is the standard adopted by the
University. The Contractor shall provide lever-type latch hardware on all
handicap-accessible stall doors.
10200 LOUVERS AND VENTS
The performance requirements of all louvers shall be determined by Design Consultant.
The material, finish, and appearance shall be specified by the Design Consultant and
addressed in this section. The Design Consultant shall ensure that louver specifications
are not repeated or contradicted in Division 15 Mechanical Systems.
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DESIGN A
SPECIALTIES
F
Louvers
Location
Where possible, louver sills shall not be within 24 in. of any horizontal surface, such as
grade, paving, or roofs, because snow can drift and build up in these corners and can
possibly block the bottom of the louver. Louvers shall not be near building entrances,
major exterior walks, or outdoor sitting and lounge areas. Air intake louvers shall not be
located near loading docks, trash dumpsters, or vehicular parking areas.
Material
All louvers shall be extruded aluminum and must bear the Air Movement and Control
Association (AMCA) certified rating seal. Bird and/or insect screens shall be provided on
the interior face of the louvers, as required.
Finish
Louvers shall be finished in clear anodized aluminum and/or color anodized aluminum
and shall be Class 1, 0.7-mil thick anodize or Kynar 500TM based paint.
Vents
For wall vents (brick vents), the Contractor shall provide extruded-aluminum louvers and
frames not less than 3.18-mm thick with 1.4-mm x 1.8-mm mesh aluminum insect
screening on the inside face. The Contractor shall provide weep holes, continuous drip at
sill, and integral waterstop on the inside edge of the sill. Load-bearing design and
construction shall be provided.
10270 ACCESS FLOORING
The Contractor shall provide access flooring capable of supporting loads in accordance
with the Ceilings and Interior Systems Construction Association (CISCA). The preferred
systems most widely in use at the University are manufactured by Tate Access Floors,
Inc.
10416 DIRECTORIES
A standard has not been established by the University. All design proposals for directories
must be submitted to the University Project Manager for approval.
10425 SIGNS
This section describes the type and material for identification, directional, and
informational signage to be used for all interior signs. All signage must comply with
ADA Code, Section A4.30 Signage.
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DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS
DIVISION 10
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT SERVICES
SPECIALTIES
Identification Signage
Interior Room Identification Signs (Types A, B)
Interior Room Identification Signs, Types A and B, Laminated Acrylic are shown in
Appendices 10-1 and 10-2. For material and ADA specifications, refer to Interior Suite
Identification Signs. The sizes are:
• Type A: 6 in. x 6 in.
• Type B: 6 in. x 6 in.
Interior Suite Identification Signs (Types C, D, E, F)
Interior Suite Identification Signs, Types C, D, E, and F, Laminated Acrylic are shown in
Appendices 10-3, 10-4, 10-5, and 10-6, respectively.
Interior room and suite identification signs shall be wall-mounted panels, 0.100-in. clear
semi-matte acrylic-face laminated to 0.125-in. acrylic backup. Color specification shall be
provided by the University. The edge of the sign panel shall be finished to match the
background color.
The various sizes are:
• Type C 9 in. x 9 in.
• Type D 9 in. x 9 in.
• Type E 12 in. x 12 in.
• Type F 12 in. x 12 in.
Text shall be helvetica bold condensed raised a minimum of 0.03125 in. Color shall be
white unless otherwise directed. Braille shall accompany all permanent text.
Acceptable material for raised text and Braille shall be photo-polymer plastic laminated
to 0.018-in. galvanized steel sheet. Individual solid letters and Braille shall be affixed to
the face of the sign panel by high-strength permanent adhesive.
All exposed fasteners shall be 0.5 in. x 1.0 in. countersink spanner-head tamper-proof
screws; screw-heads shall be finished to match the panel color.
Directional Signage (Type G)
Interior Directional Signs, Type G, are shown in Appendix 10-7. For material and ADA
specifications, refer to Interior Suite Identification Sign Type F (Appendix 10-6). The size
is Type G: 9 in. x 15 in.
Informational Signage (Type H)
Interior Window Informational Signs, Type H, are shown in Appendix 10-7. For material
and ADA specifications, refer to Interior Suite Identification Sign Type F (Appendix
10-6). The size is Type H: 9 in. x 15 in.
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SPECIALTIES
F
10550 POSTAL SPECIALTIES
This section pertains to mailboxes only. The standard adopted by the University is
manufactured by Bommer Series 6101.
The Design Consultant shall comply with U.S. Postal Service Publication 17
requirements for contraction and installation.
10552 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS, CABINETS, AND ACCESSORIES
Fire Extinguishers
All fire extinguishers must be appropriately UL rated for the type of fire area in which
they are placed. Extinguisher placement will be in accordance with National Fire
Protection Association, NFPA-10.
Wall-mounted extinguishers shall be positioned 40 in. above floor level, clearly visible,
and in areas where they will not conflict with normal movement of personnel or
placement of equipment required for usage of the space.
All portable fire extinguishers will be provided by the University.
Fire Extinguisher Cabinets
The following fire extinguisher cabinets have been approved by the University:
Larsen Architectural Series (white enamel on steel, standard door type):
•
2712-SM Surface mount; inside box measurements:
30.5 in. (h) x 15.5 in. (w) x 8 in. (d)
•
2712-R Fully recessed; rough opening measurements:
28.0 in. (h) x 13 in. (w) x 8.25 in. (d) with a 0.3125-in. rolled-edge trim projection
•
2712-RM Semi-recessed; rough opening measurements:
28.0 in. (h) x 13 in. (w) x 4 in. (d) with a 4.25-in. rolled-edge trim projection
Larsen Cameo Series (white enamel on steel, standard bubble type door):
•
C3115 Fully recessed; rough opening measurements:
32.75 in. (h) x 16.26 in. (w) x 4 in. (d) with a flat 0.75-in. trim projection
•
C3115-RL Semi-recessed; rough opening measurements:
32.75 in. (h) x 16.25 in. (w) x 2 in. (d) with a 2.5-in. rolled-edge trim projection
Fire Hose and Cabinets
Where required, all fire hose and related cabinetry will be provided by the University.
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DIVISION 10
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SPECIALTIES
10651 OPERABLE PANEL PARTITIONS
Operable panel partitions shall be manually operated; individual panels shall be
constructed with an aluminum frame. Finish material shall be as required and approved
by the University.
The performance requirements shall be as follows:
• Sound transmission requirements shall be not less than STC 43.
• Noise reduction requirements shall be not less than NRC 0.60.
• Noise isolation class shall be not less than NIC 40.
Areas above the ceiling line and below the floor line shall be insulated as required to
achieve the above ratings.
Approved Manufacturers
The following manufacturers have been pre-selected for work at the University:
• Hufcor
• Modernfold
10750 TELEPHONE SPECIALTIES
A standard has not been established by the University. The Design Consultant shall
submit a proposed “telephone specialty” type to the University Project Manager for
approval.
10800 TOILET AND BATH ACCESSORIES
The following toilet room accessories manufactured by the Scott Paper Products
Company shall be provided by the University and installed by the Contractor.
Paper Towel Dispenser—Scott “Capacitor” 9755-Double
Jumbo Toilet Tissue Dispenser— Scott JRT Jr. “Escort” 95666 (Jumbo toilet tissue
dispensers are too big to install under grab bars as shown in ADA Guidelines, therefore,
they should be installed above the grab bars.)
Utility Shelf—Stainless steel utility shelf in all men’s stalls
Soap Dispenser—Scott sani-fresh twin-pack dispenser 92500
Waste Can—Freestanding covered waste can in lieu of a built-in or combination unit.
(Built-in units have insufficient capacity.)
Sanitary Napkin Dispenser—Recessed or surface-mounted Bobrick B-3502 or B-2802 or
approved equal that employs a 10-cent operation
Sanitary Napkin Disposal—Bobrick B-271 or approved equal surface-mounted unit with
utility shelf
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DESIGN A
SPECIALTIES
F
All other toilet room accessories shall be specified by the Design Consultant and provided
and installed by the Contractor.
10850 RECYCLING CONTAINERS
As mandated by Pennsylvania State law, the University is developing a recycling
program. Programmatic requirements for recycling shall be included in the design of the
work and shall be as follows:
Office Paper—32-gal, dark blue, square Rubbermaid container: 22.5 in. (h) x 25 in. (w) x
21 in. (d); space shall be allocated in each copy room within office areas for this
container, which will be provided and installed by the University.
Beverage Cans—32-gal, dark blue, round Rubbermaid container: 22 in. (dia.) x 27.25 in.
(h); these units shall be located in lounges, kitchenettes, and convenient to large lecture
rooms. These containers shall be provided and installed by the University.
Glass—Glass shall be recycled at a central University campus location.
Adequate space shall be provided for all types of recycling containers.
10905 CUSTODIAL AND SUPPLY STORAGE ROOMS
Custodial Rooms
In new buildings or major additions, the Design Consultant shall provide one custodial
room for each 15,000 to 18,000 ft2 of floor space, with a minimum of one per floor.
Custodial rooms must accommodate the following:
• Floor sink
• 44-gal brute barrel: dimensions 23-in. (dia.) x 38 in. (h)
• Utility shelving: minimum 18 linear ft
• Maintenance cart: dimensions 38.5 in. (l) x 18.5 in. (w) x 38 in. (h)
• Mop-drying racks
Each custodial closet shall contain 120V and 220V electric receptacles located near a
light switch. Also, each closet shall be properly ventilated.
Custodial Storage Rooms
The Design Consultant shall make provisions for a custodial supply storage room of
100 ft2 minimum in every building of 40,000 ft2 or larger. The supply room shall be
located on the ground floor near the service/freight elevator. The supply storage room
must accommodate storage, wash room, locker, and lunch area for the custodians. A
minimum of 60 linear ft of shelves having a minimum width of 12 in. shall be provided
on at least one wall. The entry door shall be 42 in. to accommodate larger floor-cleaning
equipment.
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DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS
DIVISION 10
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT SERVICES
SPECIALTIES
APPENDIX 10-1: INTERIOR ROOM IDENTIFICATION SIGN TYPE A
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DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS
DIVISION 10
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT SERVICES
SPECIALTIES
APPENDIX 10-2: INTERIOR ROOM IDENTIFICATION SIGN TYPE B
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Appendix 10-2
DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS
DIVISION 10
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT SERVICES
SPECIALTIES
APPENDIX 10-3: INTERIOR SUITE IDENTIFICATION SIGN TYPE C
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Appendix 10-3
DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS
DIVISION 10
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT SERVICES
SPECIALTIES
APPENDIX 10-4: INTERIOR SUITE IDENTIFICATION SIGN TYPE D
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Appendix 10-4
DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS
DIVISION 10
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT SERVICES
SPECIALTIES
APPENDIX 10-5: INTERIOR SUITE IDENTIFICATION SIGN TYPE E
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Appendix 10-5
DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS
DIVISION 10
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT SERVICES
SPECIALTIES
APPENDIX 10-6: INTERIOR SUITE IDENTIFICATION SIGN TYPE F
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Appendix 10-6
DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS
DIVISION 10
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT SERVICES
SPECIALTIES
APPENDIX 10-7: INTERIOR DIRECTIONAL SIGN TYPE G AND
INTERIOR WINDOW INFORMATIONAL SIGN TYPE H
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Appendix 10-7
DIVISION 10
DESIGN A
SPECIALTIES
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