Guide Specifications Section 03 48 13 Precast Concrete Bollards Reliance Foundry bollards add architectural accents to your perimeter security, landscaping, traffic control, and streetscape projects. Use bollards as design features for new and existing buildings, and as decorative covers over steel security posts. Reliance Foundry brings over 80 years of casting experience to the design and manufacturing of our products. This Section includes precast concrete bollards. For Reliance Foundry’s extensive collection of metal bollards, solar lighting bollards, and flexible bollards, see www.reliance-foundry.com. Specification Coordination: Edit this guide specification to meet project requirements. Coordinate with other specification sections as required. This guide specification is available in word processing format at http://www.reliance-foundry.com/bollard/. Display hidden text to see or print notes to specifier. In Microsoft Word, use “Page Layout” view to see product illustrations. Drawing Coordination: Show locations, sizes, layout, and spacing of each type of bollard required. Show footing and security post details, if required. Additional Information: Contact Reliance Foundry at: Telephone: 604-592-4333 or toll-free at 888-735-5680 E-mail: info@reliance-foundry.com Internet: www.reliance-foundry.com SECTION 03 48 13 PRECAST CONCRETE BOLLARDS PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 SUMMARY A. Section Includes: 1. Precast concrete bollards. B. Related Requirements: 1. [Any Division 32 Section with "Bollards" in the title or Section 32 41 00 “Bollards” for bollards other than precast concrete bollards specified herein.] 1.2 REFERENCE STANDARDS A. ASTM C666 - Standard Test Method for Resistance of Concrete to Rapid Freezing and Thawing. B. ASTM C825 - Standard Specification for Precast Concrete Barriers. C. ASTM C979 - Standard Specification for Pigments for Integrally Colored Concrete. 1.3 SUBMITTALS A. Comply with Section [01 33 00 – Submittal Procedures.] [_________.] B. Product Data: Provide for each type of bollard specified. Reliance Foundry Bollards 03 48 13 - 1 Guide Specification C. Color Samples: [Submit manufacturer’s standard colors for selection.] [Submit sample of color specified.] D. Maintenance Data: Submit manufacturer’s field touch-up, cleaning, and maintenance instructions. E. Warranty Documentation: Submit sample of manufacturer’s warranty. 1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. 1.5 Comply with Section [01 43 00 – Quality Assurance.] [_________.] DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING A. Comply with Section [01 66 00 – Product Storage and Handling Requirements.] [_________.] B. Protect bollards and accessories during delivery, storage, and handling. 1.6 WARRANTY A. Comply with Section [01 78 36 – Warranties.] [_________.] B. Provide manufacturer’s standard warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. 1. Warranty Period: Five years from date of invoice. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.1 MANUFACTURERS A. Acceptable Manufacturer: Reliance Foundry Co. Ltd., phone 604-592-4333 or 888-735-5680, fax 604-590-8875, website http://www.reliance-foundry.com/bollard/post-covers-plastic, email info@reliance-foundry.com. B. Substitutions: [Comply with provisions of [Section 01 25 00] [_________] for substitution procedures.] [Not allowed.] 2.2 PRECAST CONCRETE BOLLARDS A. Material: 1. Concrete: Precast concrete with 5200-psi (36 MPa) minimum compressive strength. a. Components: ASTM C150, Type I or III cement, with ASTM C33 aggregate. b. Pigments: ASTM C979, natural mineral oxide pigments, temperature-stable and non-fading. 2. Reinforcing: ASTM A 615/A 615M, Grade 60 (Grade 420), deformed. 3. Steel Pipe: ASTM A 500, Grade B. B. Country of Origin: Canada. C. Installation: Direct Imbed. Reliance Foundry Bollards 03 48 13 - 2 Guide Specification D. Precast Concrete Bollard [Designer’s Designation]: 1. Model: Reliance Foundry; R-9701. 2. Height: 36 inches. 3. Diameter: 18 inches. 4. Weight: 815 lb (370 kg). 5. Color: Mixed/Granite. 6. Finish: Exposed Aggregate. 7. Optional Finish: High-Gloss Acrylic Sealer. E. Precast Concrete Bollard [Designer’s Designation]: 1. Model: Reliance Foundry; R-9702. 2. Height: 39.5 inches. 3. Diameter: 15.75 inches. 4. Weight: 510 lb (231 kg). 5. Color: Mixed/Granite. 6. Finish: Exposed Aggregate. 7. Optional Finish: High-Gloss Acrylic Sealer. F. Precast Concrete Bollard [Designer’s Designation]: 1. Model: Reliance Foundry; R-9703. 2. Height: 32 inches. 3. Base Sizes: 24 inches by 24 inches. 4. Weight: 1200 lb (544 kg). 5. Color: Mixed/Granite. 6. Finish: Exposed Aggregate. 7. Optional Finish: High-Gloss Acrylic Sealer. G. Precast Concrete Bollard [Designer’s Designation]: 1. Model: Reliance Foundry; R-9704-36. 2. Height: 36 inches. 3. Diameter: 11 inches. 4. Weight: 310 lb (141 kg). 5. Color: Mixed/Granite. 6. Finish: Exposed Aggregate. 7. Optional Finish: High-Gloss Acrylic Sealer. H. Precast Concrete Bollard [Designer’s Designation]: 1. Model: Reliance Foundry; R-9704-60. 2. Height: 60 inches. 3. Diameter: 11 inches. 4. Weight: 508 lb (230 kg). 5. Color: Mixed/Granite. 6. Finish: Exposed Aggregate. 7. Optional Finish: High-Gloss Acrylic Sealer. Reliance Foundry Bollards 03 48 13 - 3 Guide Specification I. 2.3 Precast Concrete Bollard [Designer’s Designation]: 1. Model: Reliance Foundry; R-9705. 2. Height: 33 inches. 3. Diameter: 10 inches. 4. Weight: 200 lb (91 kg). 5. Color: Mixed/Granite. 6. Finish: Exposed Aggregate. 7. Optional Finish: High-Gloss Acrylic Sealer. ACCESSORIES A. Installation Materials: 1. Grout: Non-shrink, non-ferrous grout. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 EXAMINATION A. Examine paving or other substrates for compliance with manufacturer’s requirements for placement and location of embedded items, condition of substrate, and other conditions affecting installation of bollards. B. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected. 3.2 INSTALLATION A. General: Comply with manufacturer’s installation instructions and setting drawings. B. Damaged, cracked, chipped, deformed or marred bollards are not acceptable. Field touch-up minor imperfections in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. C. Precast Concrete Bollards: Install according to manufacturer's instructions. 1. 3.3 Direct Imbed: Support bollard during concrete placement and cure. CLEANING & PROTECTION . Protect bollards against damage. A. Immediately prior to Substantial Completion, clean bollards in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions to remove dust, dirt, adhesives, and other foreign materials. B. Touch up damaged finishes according to manufacturer’s instructions. 3.4 CLOSEOUT ACTIVITIES A. Provide executed warranty. END OF SECTION Copyright 2015 by Reliance Foundry Co. Ltd.; qualified design and construction professionals may copy for preparation of construction specifications and purchase orders for Reliance Foundry products. Reliance Foundry Bollards 03 48 13 - 4 Guide Specification Issued July 2015. Subject to change. Reliance Foundry Bollards 03 48 13 - 5 Guide Specification