NOTE ** Ensurco Duradek PVC waterproof membrane for decks and other exterior horizontal surfaces.
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NOTE ** This section is based on products manufactured by Ensurco Duradek, which is located at:
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NOTE ** Ensurco Duradek (US) Limited:
NOTE ** 404 E. 13th Avenue
NOTE ** North Kansas City, MO 64116
NOTE ** Tel: (816) 421-5830
NOTE ** Fax: (816) 421-2924
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NOTE ** Ensurco Duradek (Canada) Limited:
NOTE ** 202-8173 128 Street
NOTE ** Surrey, BC V3W 4G1 Canada
NOTE ** Tel: (604) 591-5594
NOTE ** Fax: (604) 591-3100
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NOTE ** Ensurco Duradek is suitable for waterproofing horizontal surfaces over habitable spaces, provided they are subject to not more than pedestrian traffic.
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NOTE ** Section 07185 - TRAFFIC MEMBRANE, Copyright 1997, The Architect's Catalog, Inc.
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SECTION INCLUDES
NOTE ** Edit the following list to indicate the surfaces to be waterproofed.
A. Traffic membrane, consisting of welded seam PVC waterproofing, over the following surfaces:
1. Balcony decks and roof decks.
2. Walkways, ramps, and stairways.
3. Patios and courtyards.
1.2 RELATED SECTIONS
NOTE ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required.
A. Section 07620 - Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim: Scuppers, counterflashings, and fascias.
B. Section 07710 - Manufactured Roof Specialties: Scuppers, counterflashings, and fascias.
C. Section 15146 - Plumbing Specialties: Roof drains, deck drains.
1.3 REFERENCES
NOTE ** Delete references from the list below that are not actually required by the text of the edited section.
A. CAN/ULC-S107 - Standard Methods of Fire Tests of Roof Coverings; National Standard of Canada.
B. CCMC - Technical Guide for PVC Sheet Waterproofing (Exposed to Light Pedestrian Traffic); National Research Council, Canada Construction Materials Centre (CCMC).
C. CGSB 37-GP-54 M - Roofing and Waterproofing Membrane, Sheet Applied, Flexible, Polyvinyl Chloride; Canadian General Standards Board.
D. CGSB 37-GP-55M - Application of Sheet Applied Flexible Polyvinyl Chloride Roofing Membrane; Canadian General Standards Board.
E. ASTM E 108 - Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of Roof Coverings.
F. ICBO - Acceptance Criteria for Walking Decks; ICBO Evaluation Service, Inc. (ICBO-ES).
G. UBC Std 15-2 - Test Standard for Determining the Fire Retardancy of Roof-covering Materials; International Conference of Building Officials.
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
B. Product Data: Manufacturer's specifications, including data substantiating compliance with physical properties specified.
C. Shop Drawings: Installation and seaming plan, showing joints, termination details, and interface with other materials.
D. Samples: Two 8-1/2 by 11 inch (210 by 250 mm) pieces showing finish, pattern, color, and backing; labelled.
E. Manufacturer's printed installation instructions and recommendations, including precautions required for seaming and adhering membrane.
F. Installer's Qualifications.
1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE
NOTE ** If any other manufacturers would be acceptable, edit the following paragraph to indicate how much experience they must have. Ensurco Duradek has been making this product for 23 years.
A. Manufacturer Qualifications: Company specializing in providing products of the type specified in this section, with minimum of 15 years documented experience with products in use.
B. Installer Qualifications: Trained and currently certified by manufacturer.
C. Pre-installation Meeting: Discuss waterproofing practices and precautions applicable to this project.
1. Convene minimum of 7 days prior to start of installation.
2. Require the attendance of:
a. Manufacturer's representative.
b. Contractor's field superintendent.
c. Installation foreman.
d. Other trades affected by this work.
e. Owner's representative.
1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. Deliver products in manufacturer's original containers, dry and undamaged, with seals and labels intact.
1. Label uncured materials, both sheets and canned goods, with date of manufacturer and shelf life.
2. Do not use creased or damaged sheets.
3. Do not use products after end of shelf life.
B. Store and handle materials to prevent damage.
1. Place materials on pallets.
2. Prevent creasing of rolled materials.
3. Do not use polyethylene to cover stored materials (canvas tarpaulins are acceptable).
4. Keep containers closed, except when removing materials from them.
C. Keep materials at temperature between 40 degrees F (4.4 degrees C) and 80 degrees F (26.6 degrees C); if adhesives are exposed to lower temperature, verify useability with manufacturer before using.
1.7 WARRANTY
A. Provide membrane manufacturer's 5 year warranty, covering water-tightness, materials, and replacement labor.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
NOTE ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. The first is the US company, the second is the Canadian.
A. Manufacturer: Provide products of Ensurco Duradek (US) Ltd., 404 E. 13th Avenue, North Kansas City, MO 64116. ASD. Tel: (816) 421-5830. Fax: (816) 421-2924.
B. Manufacturer: Provide products of Ensurco Duradek (Canada) Limited, 202-8173 128 Street, Surrey, BC V3W 4G1 Canada. ASD. Tel: (604) 591-5594. Fax: (604) 591-3100.
NOTE ** Delete one of the two following paragraphs; coordinate with Division 1 requirements.
C. Requests for substitution will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01600.
D. Substitutions: Not permitted.
2.2 MATERIALS
A. Traffic Membrane: Ensurco Duradek Ultra; polyester reinforced PVC membrane with ultra-violet resistance, for fully-adhered installation with heat-welded seams and perimeter attachment.
1. Sheet Width: 54 inches (1371.5 mm).
2. Overall Sheet Thickness: 0.060 inch (1.5 mm).
3. PVC Film Thickness: 0.050 inch (1.3 mm).
4. Weight: 50 oz/sq yd (1695 g/sq m).
NOTE ** Duradek Ultra comes in several lines of colors, which have different surface texture and, thus, different coefficients of friction. Select one of the following colors, delete the others, and delete the inappropriate coefficients of friction.
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NOTE ** The first is Ultra Classic.
5. Color: Ultra Classic Sandstone.
6. Color: Ultra Classic Steel.
7. Color: As selected by Architect.
8. Coefficient of Friction:
a. Dry leather: 0.66.
b. Dry rubber: 0.81.
c. Wet leather: 0.68.
d. Wet rubber: 0.73.
NOTE ** Ultra Supreme.
9. Color: Ultra Supreme Granite.
10. Color: Ultra Supreme Taupe.
11. Color: As selected by Architect.
12. Coefficient of Friction:
a. Dry leather: 0.53.
b. Dry rubber: 0.89.
c. Wet leather: 0.62.
d. Wet rubber: 0.92.
NOTE ** Ultra Reflections, Marble, and Surcoseal.
13. Color: Ultra Reflections Seascape (gray).
14. Color: Ultra Reflections Sandscape (beige).
15. Color: Ultra Reflections Landscape (green).
16. Color: Ultra Marble Mocha.
17. Color: Ultra Surcoseal Grey.
18. Color: Ultra Surcoseal Beige.
19. Color: As selected by Architect.
20. Coefficient of Friction:
a. Dry leather: 0.44.
b. Dry rubber: 1.09.
c. Wet leather: 0.50.
d. Wet rubber: 1.0.
NOTE ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
21. Flammability (ASTM E 108 and UBC Std 15-2): Class A, when installed over non-combustible substrate.
22. Flammability (CAN/ULC-S107): Class A, when installed over non-combustible substrate.
NOTE ** The following three paragraphs cover Canadian requirements. Delete any of that are not applicable. Complete test reports are available upon request.
23. Comply with CAN/CGSB-37-GP-54M.
24. National Building Code of Canada Compliance: Comply with National Building Code of Canada 1995, Part 9, Clause 9.26.2.1(1)(h), and CCMC Technical Guide for PVC Sheet Waterproofing (Exposed to Light Pedestrian Traffic), as evidenced by current Evaluation Report prepared by National Research Council, Canada Construction Materials Centre (CCMC).
25. CMHC Approval: Approved by Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation for use in construction financed or insured under the National Housing Act.
NOTE ** The following paragraph covers Uniform Building Code approval (US). Delete if not required. Complete test reports are available upon request.
26. Uniform Building Code Compliance: Comply with 1994 Uniform Building Code requirements for walking decks and ICBO Acceptance Criteria for Walking Decks, as evidenced by current Evaluation Report prepared by ICBO Evaluation Service (ICBO-ES).
B. Surface Conditioners, Adhesives, Sealants, Fillers, and Cleaners: As specified or provided by membrane manufacturer.
C. Perimeter Fasteners: Mechanical fastening devices furnished by membrane manufacturer; color coordinated to membrane color.
D. Trim, Termination Bars, and Adjacent Flashings: Specified in other sections; installed by others.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Verify that surfaces and site conditions are ready to receive work and conform to membrane manufacturer's requirements.
B. Verify that deck is:
1. Secure, well supported, solid, and in accordance with local code structural requirements.
NOTE ** The minimum slope is 1 in 100, or 1/8 inch per foot, with an optimum of 1 in 50. Verify that other sections of the specification, or the drawings, include this requirement. For existing construction, verify existing slopes and coordinate details with manufacturer.
2. Clean and smooth, free of depressions, waves, and projections, properly sloped to drains, valleys, or eaves.
3. Dry and free of ice and snow.
C. Verify that adjacent precast deck members are flush within 1/4 inch (6 mm) vertical variation, with grout keys filled flush.
D. Notify the Architect of any conditions that would prevent satisfactory completion of the work. Do not proceed until unsatisfactory conditions are corrected.
3.2 PREPARATION
A. Do not proceed with installation until substrate preparation is complete.
B. Coordinate timing of installation to avoid construction traffic over completed traffic membrane surfaces.
NOTE ** If wood deck is to be the substrate, delete one of the following two paragraphs. The first is for wood deck without any overlay - combustible. The second is for a non-combustible application.
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NOTE ** The minimum wood deck that is acceptable is 5/8 inch thick exterior plywood, CDX grade, with tongue-and-groove edges. Verify that other sections of the specification, or the drawings, include these requirements.
C. Wood Deck: Fill joints, knot holes, voids, and low areas with filler and sand smooth.
D. Wood Deck: Cover with cementitious board meeting requirements of Class A approved application.
NOTE ** Concrete deck must have a steel troweled finish. Verify that the concrete sections of the specification include this requirement.
E. Concrete Deck: Fill surface imperfections and variations with leveling compound. Test for and remove surface contaminants.
F. Coordinate installation with installation of drains and similar accessories.
3.3 INSTALLATION
NOTE ** Delete the requirement for compliance with CGSB-37-GP-55M in the paragraph below if not applicable.
A. Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, applicable codes, and CGSB-37-GP-55M.
B. Do not install when temperature is below 25 degrees F (minus 3.8 degrees C) or above 98 degrees F (36.6 degrees C). Do not install when winds are gusting over 30 mph (48.3 kph).
C. Do not dilute primers, adhesives, coatings, or sealants.
D. Install membrane with minimum number of seams possible. Overlap seams 3/4 inch (19 mm), to shed water; heat-weld all seams.
E. Adhere membrane to substrate.
F. Mechanically fasten all perimeter edges and penetrations.
G. Install flashings and accessories. Seal around all penetrations, drains, and edges.
3.4 ADJUSTING AND CLEANING
A. Clean soiled areas in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations.
B. Repair damaged areas to match original materials.
3.5 PROTECTION
A. Protect finished work from traffic using durable temporary materials.
