2. Noise reduction coefficient (NRC), when tested in accordance with ASTM E 90 at 1000-4000 Hertz level: 0.97.
3. Flammability, when tested in accordance with ASTM E 84: Flame spread index of 12.1; smoke developed index of 24.3.
1.5 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
B. Product Data: Manufacturer's descriptive literature for fabric panel systems components.
NOTE ** Due to the variety of design concepts that can be executed, the careful checking of shop drawing information, based on the drawing details of the Contract Documents, will be required to ensure that finished installation reflects design concepts.
C. Shop Drawings:
1. Submit scaled and dimensioned elevation drawings of each surface in project to receive fabric wall panels, indicating fabric wall panel layouts; minimum scale 1/2 inch equals 1 foot (1:20).
2. Indicate for each panel in project:
a. Location.
b. Size.
c. Type, including frame, core, and fabric finish components.
3. Submit drawings indicating construction details of fabric wall panels; include details of interface with adjacent construction.
D. Verification Samples:
NOTE ** Delete the following sub-paragraph if specifying Owner-supplied fabrics in reveals, or no reveals in wall panels layouts.
1. Two samples of each specified reveal material, minimum size 12 inches (304 mm) long.
NOTE ** Delete the following sub-paragraph if specifying Owner-supplied fabrics.
2. Two samples of each specified fabric, minimum size 12 inches (304 mm) square.
E. Quality Assurance Submittals:
1. Certified reports from independent testing laboratory supporting compliance of fabric wall panels to specified noise-reducing, thermal resistance, and surface burning requirements.
2. Manufacturer's certification that:
a. Fabric wall panel systems meet specified regulatory requirements.
b. Installer of manufacturer's product is approved.
3. Installer's certification that fabrics selected for fabric wall panel systems have correct properties for use in systems.
4. Manufacturer's instructions:
a. Printed installation instructions for system components, including product storage requirements.
1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Installer Qualifications: Approved by fabric wall panel system manufacturer.
B. Regulatory Requirements: Fabric wall panel systems certified Class 1 or Class A by regulating building code.
NOTE ** Delete the following paragraph if not required.
C. Mock-Ups:
1. Construct mock-ups using materials specified in this section.
NOTE ** Retain one of the following two sub-paragraphs.
2. Construct mock-ups as directed, at location indicated or directed.
3. Construct mock-ups at location indicated or directed, and as follows:
a. Size: __ feet (__ mm) by __ feet (__ mm).
b. Include the following: _____________________.
4. Obtain Architect's acceptance of mock-ups before beginning construction activities of this section; accepted mock-ups will be standard by which completed construction activities of this section is judged.
NOTE ** Retain one of the following two sub-paragraphs.
5. Mock-ups may not remain as part of Work.
6. Accepted mock-ups may remain as part of Work.
NOTE ** Delete the following paragraph if not required.
D. Pre-Installation Meeting:
1. Convene at job site seven (7) calendar days prior to scheduled beginning of construction activities of this section to review requirements of this section.
2. Require attendance by representatives of the following:
a. Installer of this section.
b. Other entities directly affecting, or affected by, construction activities of this section.
3. Notify Architect four (4) calendar days in advance of scheduled meeting date.
1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. Store products of this section in manufacturer's unopened packaging until installation.
B. Maintain storage area conditions for products of this section in accordance with manufacturer's instructions until installation.
1.8 SEQUENCING
A. Sequence construction activities of this section to begin in an area only after all other construction activities are completed and all other finishes are installed.
B. Do not allow construction activities of this section to begin in an area before obtaining installer's acceptance of conditions in accordance with EXAMINATION Article of PART 3 of this section.
NOTE ** Delete the following Article if not required for project, or if specifying Owner-supplied fabrics; revise quantities as applicable to scope of installation of fabric wall panels.
1.9 MAINTENANCE
A. Extra Materials: For each fabric specified, supply to Owner a single length of fabric from the same bolt as that installed, equal to 10 percent of the quantity installed or 5 linear yards (5 m), whichever is greater.
2. Description: Rigid vinyl extrusions, formed as single piece, with integral clamping jaws, 1/2 inch (12 mm) nailing flange, 1 inch (25 mm) wide edge.
2. Description: Rigid vinyl extrusions, formed as single piece, with integral clamping jaws, 1 inch (25 mm) nailing flange, 3/4 inch (19 mm) wide edge.
NOTE ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
3. Projection From Wall: 1 inch (25 mm).
4. Projection From Wall: 2 inches (50 mm).
5. Profile: One or more of the following:
a. Radius edge.
b. Square (monolithic) edge.
c. Beveled edge.
B. Core Material: One or more of the following:
1. Noise-reducing core material: Fire-retardant glass-fiber padding, 1-1/8 inch (28 mm) thick, 6 pounds per cubic foot (96 kg/cu m) density.
2. Tackable core material: Two layers fire-retardant rigid material, 1/2 inch (12 mm) thick.
3. Nailable core material: Two layers fire-retardant treated veneer plywood, 1/2 inch (12 mm) thick.
2.4 FABRICS
NOTE ** Retain the following paragraph if specifying fabrics in this section, to be obtained by the installer. If only one type fabric is required, delete Type designation; if more than one type is required, duplicate paragraph for each type, assign a Type designation for each fabric, and edit for project requirements. Obtain installer's assistance to assess suitability of selected fabrics.
NOTE ** Retain the following paragraph if fabrics are specified in the following section; edit section number if another section is used. Coordinate with RELATED SECTIONS Article in PART 1 of this section.
B. Fabrics: Specified in Section 12050.
NOTE ** Retain the following paragraph if fabrics are to be supplied by Owner; edit section number if another section is used. Coordinate with RELATED SECTIONS Article in PART 1 of this section, and with the affected section.
NOTE ** Include requirement in the affected section that Owner's responsibility will include furnishing fabric information and samples to the installer, so that the installer can assess the suitability of the fabric(s) to be supplied for panels.
C. Fabrics: Supplied by Owner; specified in Section 01110.
2.5 ACCESSORIES
NOTE ** Retain the following paragraph if specifying reveal other than fabric for fabric panels. If only one type reveal is required, delete Type designation; if more than one type is required, duplicate paragraph for each type, assign a Type designation for each reveal, and edit for project requirements.
A. Reveal Type __:
1. Manufacturer's standard laminated wood reveal strip, 1/2 inch (12 mm) thick, with beveled long edges.
2. Width: __ inch(es) (__ mm).
3. Finish: __________________.
4. Fasteners for Concealed Framing: Types and sizes specified in manufacturer's instructions for substrate types.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Installer's Examination:
1. Have installer of this section examine conditions under which construction activities of this section are to be performed, then submit written notification if such conditions are unacceptable.
2. Transmit two copies of installer's report to Architect within 24 hours of receipt.
3. Beginning construction activities of this section before unacceptable conditions have been corrected is prohibited.
4. Beginning construction activities of this section indicates installer's acceptance of conditions.
3.2 INSTALLATION
A. Install systems in accordance with shop drawings and manufacturer's instructions.
B. Install concealed framework extrusions in maximum lengths practical:
1. Form end-to-end butt joints with hairline joints.
2. Where horizontal and vertical concealed framework extrusions intersect, form hairline mitered joints.
3. Joint locations shall not be visible in finished Work.
C. Install core materials so that joints between core materials and edges of concealed framework extrusions are not visible in finished Work; rabbet edges of rigid core materials for flush fit at nailing flanges of concealed framework extrusions.
D. Install fabrics without visible wrinkles or folds, maintaining horizontal/vertical alignment of warp/woof of fabric; force fabric edges into clamping jaws, using tools and techniques that will not damage finish of fabrics.
NOTE ** Delete the following paragraph if no panel reveals in project.
E. Install reveal materials in maximum lengths practical.
3.3 PROTECTION OF INSTALLED PRODUCTS
A. Protect finished installation from damage by subsequent construction activities until Substantial Completion.
B. If areas of fabrics become soiled by subsequent construction activities, clean in accordance with fabric manufacturer's recommendations; replace soiled areas that cannot be cleaned to Architect's acceptance in accordance with the following paragraph.
C. Where fabric has become soiled, or otherwise visibly damaged, to the extent that repairs cannot be made to the Architect's acceptance, have installer of this section remove entire run of fabric and replace with new material in accordance with requirements of this section; cost of replacement shall not affect Contract Sum.
NOTE ** The following sample schedule may assist in establishing a schedule to identify locations of products in the project; coordinate with drawings. Delete entire Article if not required.
3.4 SCHEDULES
A. Area Designation: Reception.
1. North and West walls: Acoustical fabric panel system, Panel Type 1; horizontal wall panel, radius edge, with reveal.
a. Panel core material: Acoustical core.
b. Panel fabric: Type A.
c. Reveal: Laminated wood, black lacquer finish.
2. East Wall: Glazed curtain wall.
3. South Wall:
a. Desk front: Acoustical fabric panel system, Panel Type 2; horizontal puff panel, radius edge, with reveal.
