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SECTION 10 44 13
FIRE PROTECTION SPECIALTIES
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1
SUMMARY
A.
Section includes:
1.
[Fire rated] [and] [Non-fire rated] Fire Extinguisher Cabinets.
2.
Extinguishers.
3.
Related hardware and accessories.
EDIT NOTE: MODIFY THIS LIST PER PROJECT REQUIREMENTS
B.
1.2
Related Requirements:
1.
Construction of wall recesses: Refer to Section 09 29 00.
2.
Field painting: Refer to Section 09 91 00.
COORDINATION
A.
Coordinate size of cabinets to ensure that types and capacities indicated are accommodated.
B.
Size Variations: Obtain Architect’s acceptance and approval of manufacturer’s standard size units that may
vary slightly from sizes indicated on Drawings.
C.
Coordinate sizes and locations of fire-protection cabinets with wall depths.
1.3
SUBMITTALS
A.
Comply with Division 01 requirements.
B.
Shop Drawings:
1.
General: Show connections of units and hardware to other Work. Include schedules showing location of
each type and size of door and panel units.
C.
Product Data: Manufacturer’s technical data for each type of access door and panel assembly, including
setting drawings, templates, fire-resistive characteristics, finish requirements, and details of anchorage
devices.
1.
Include complete schedule, types, locations, construction details, finishes, latching or locking provisions,
and other pertinent data.
D.
1.4
Manufacturer's Installation Instructions: Indicate installation requirements and rough-in dimensions.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
NFPA 10 requirements for portable fire extinguishers.
B.
2010 ADA Standards for maximum cabinet projection of 4" and mounting heights.
C.
ASTM E814 for fire resistive cabinets in rated wall assemblies.
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DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING
A.
Comply with Division 01 requirements.
B.
Packing and Shipping:
identification.
C.
1.6
Deliver products in original unopened packaging with legible manufacturer's
Store per manufacturer’s instructions.
1.
Store in dry area out of direct sunlight.
WARRANTY
A.
B.
Provide manufacturer's written warranty.
Warrant materials and workmanship against defects after completion and final acceptance of Work.
1.
Repair defects, or replace with new materials, faulty materials or fabrication developed during the
warranty period at no expense to Owner.
2.
Fire Extinguisher Cabinet: 5 years from date of Substantial Completion of Project.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1
MANUFACTURERS
A.
Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products from the following manufacturer:
1.
Nystrom Building Products
9300 73rd Ave. North
Minneapolis, MN 55428
Toll Free Hotline: 800-547-2635
Toll Free Fax: 800-317-8770
E-Mail: info@nystrom.com
Internet: www.nystrom.com
2.2
MATERIALS
A.
Commercial quality, cold steel sheet with recoatable white polyester finish.
B.
Aluminum with satin finish, clear polyester coat.
C.
Type: No. 304 stainless steel with No. 4 satin polish finish.
D.
Brass with polished finish, clear polyester coat.
2.3
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS CABINETS
EDIT NOTE: SELECT AND EDIT REQUIRED CABINETS. INDICATE COLORS AND FINISHES WHERE
APPLICABLE. SEE CATALOG FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
A.
Fire Extinguisher Cabinet: Steel unit construction. Weld joints and grind smooth.
1.
Cabinet Mounting: [Recessed, semi-recessed, trimless, surface]
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3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
B.
Fire Extinguisher Cabinet: Steel unit construction. Weld joints and grind smooth.
1.
Cabinet Mounting: [Recessed, semi-recessed, trimless, surface]
2.
Door Type: [Full glass, full break glass with lock, Duo panel, Duo vertical panel, Duo vertical panel with
lock, center break glass with lock, solid flush panel, solid flush panel with lock, full glass with pull handle.]
3.
Door Glazing Type: [Tinted or obscured tempered safety glass, tinted or obscured acrylic, see catalog for
colors]
4.
Cabinet Dimensions: [Size to match extinguisher type]
5.
Cabinet Series: Nystrom Alpine Series
6.
Door and Frame Finish: [Polyester on steel, anodized aluminum, stainless steel, brass, bronze]
C.
Recessed Fire Extinguisher Cabinet: Steel unit construction. Weld joints and grind smooth.
1.
Cabinet Mounting: [Recessed, semi-recessed, trimless, surface]
2.
Door Type: [Full acrylic door, full acrylic door with scored insert and cylinder lock]
3.
Door Glazing Type: [Tinted or obscured acrylic, see catalog for colors]
4.
Cabinet Dimensions: [Size to match extinguisher type]
5.
Cabinet Series: Nystrom Palisade Series
6.
Door and Frame Finish: [Polyester on steel, anodized aluminum, stainless steel, brass, bronze]
D.
Recessed Fire Extinguisher Cabinet: Steel unit construction. Weld joints and grind smooth.
1.
Cabinet Mounting: [Recessed, semi-recessed, trimless, surface]
2.
Door Type: [Duo vertical panel, Duo vertical panel with lock, solid flush panel, solid flush panel with
cylinder lock]
3.
Door Glazing Type: [Tinted or obscured tempered safety glass, tinted or obscured acrylic, see catalog for
colors]
4.
Cabinet Dimensions: [Size to match extinguisher type]
5.
Cabinet Series: Nystrom Summit Series
6.
Door and Frame Finish: [Polyester on steel, anodized aluminum, stainless steel, brass, bronze]
E.
Recessed Detention Cabinets: Steel unit construction. Weld joints and grind smooth.
1.
Cabinet Mounting: Recessed.
2.
Door Type: Flush steel with security lock]
3.
Cabinet Dimensions: [Size to match extinguisher type]
4.
Cabinet Type:
a.
Valve.
b.
Fire Extinguisher.
c.
Fire Hose
5.
Door and Frame Finish: Polyester on steel.
F.
2.4
Door Type: [Full bubble with catch or full bubble with scored acrylic insert and lock]
Door Glazing Type: [Tinted acrylic, see catalog for colors]
Door Material: [Steel, aluminum, stainless steel, brass]
Cabinet Dimensions: [Size to match extinguisher type]
Cabinet Series: Nystrom Ridge Series
Door and Frame Finish: [Polyester on steel, anodized aluminum, stainless steel, brass, bronze]
Provide fire rated cabinets where indicated.
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
EDIT NOTE: SELECT TYPE AND INDICATE SIZE OF FIRE EXTINGUISHER REQUIRED
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A.
B.
2.5
Types
1.
Water/Foam Size:
2.
ABC Dry Chemical Size:
3.
BC Dry Chemical Size:
4.
Carbon Dioxide Size:
5.
Halotron 1 Size:
Anti-freeze charge.
ACCESSORIES
A.
Wall Mounting Bracket with Extinguisher: Sized for each extinguisher. Manufacturer's standard mounting
bracket with strap to secure fire extinguisher to bracket.
B.
Lettering and warning labels.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1
EXAMINATION
A.
Verify that rough openings for cabinet are correctly sized and located.
B.
Verify blocking is in place for brackets.
3.2
PREPARATION
A.
3.3
Coordinate work relating to fire extinguisher cabinet installation including rough opening dimensions and
locations of supports.
INSTALLATION
A.
Prepare recesses in walls for fire extinguisher cabinets as required by type and size of cabinet and style of
trim and to comply with manufacturer's instructions.
B.
Securely fasten mounting brackets and fire extinguisher cabinets to structure, square and plumb, to comply
with manufacturer's instructions.
EDIT NOTE: DELETE THE FOLLOWING PARAGRAPH IF NO FIRE-RATED UNITS ON PROJECT.
C.
Fire-rated units: Include UL label, UL classified listing No. 7N43 ANSI/UL 1479.
END OF SECTION
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