SECTION 12 93 33

MANUFACTURED PLANTERS

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PART 1    GENERAL
1.1	SECTION INCLUDES
A.	Modular planters.
1.2	RELATED SECTIONS
A.	Section  - .
B.	Section  - .
1.3	SUBMITTALS
A.	Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements.
B.	Product Data:
1.	Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used.
2.	Preparation instructions and recommendations.
3.	Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
4.	Typical installation methods.
C.	Verification Samples: Two representative units of each type, size, pattern, and color.
D.	Shop Drawings: For all planters showing sizes and dimensions, drawings showing installation and fastening methods if applicable.
1.4	QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.	Manufacturer Qualifications: Company specializing in manufacturing products specified in this section with a minimum one year documented experience.
B.	Installer Qualifications: Company specializing in performing Work of this section with minimum two years documented experience with projects of similar scope and complexity.
C.	Source Limitations: Provide each type of product from a single manufacturing source to ensure uniformity.
D.	Mock-Up: Construct a mock-up with actual materials in sufficient time for Architect's review and to not delay construction progress. Locate mock-up as acceptable to Architect and provide temporary foundations and support.
1.	Intent of mock-up is to demonstrate quality of workmanship and visual appearance.
2.	If mock-up is not acceptable, rebuild mock-up until satisfactory results are achieved.
3.	Retain mock-up during construction as a standard for comparison with completed work.
4.	Do not alter or remove mock-up until work is completed or removal is authorized.
1.5	PRE-INSTALLATION CONFERENCE
A.	Convene a conference approximately two weeks before scheduled commencement of the Work. Attendees shall include Architect, Contractor and trades involved. Agenda shall include schedule, responsibilities, critical path items and approvals.
1.6	DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A.	Delivery:
1.	For pre-assembled units, remove banding from pallet and inspect planters for signs of damage during transit. Remove planters from pallet.
2.	For ready to assemble units, inspect delivery for signs of damage during transit. Follow assembly instructions, included with your purchase.
B.	Keep planter trays out of direct sunlight when stored. Trays are susceptible to warping until filled with soil.
C.	Handle in strict compliance with manufacturer's written instructions and recommendations.
D.	Protect from damage due to weather, excessive temperature, and construction operations.
1.7	PROJECT ENVIRONMENTS
A.	Architects, Landscape Architects, Contractors, Building Owners, Developers, and others shall ensure planters are positioned on stable surfaces.
B.	Fill planter tray (when supplied) a minimum of 2 inches (51 mm) above the tray.
C.	Raised planters should be secured to concrete pad or footing in areas where tipping may occur (i.e. assisted living centers, nursing homes, daycare centers etc.)
1.8	WARRANTY
A.	Manufacturer's standard limited warranty unless indicated otherwise.
PART 2    PRODUCTS
2.1	MANUFACTURERS
A.	Acceptable Manufacturer: CityScapes International Inc., which is located at:<BR />4200 Lyman Ct.<BR />Hilliard, OH 43026<BR />Toll Free Tel: 877-SCREENS<BR />Tel: 614-850-2549<BR />Fax: 800-726-4817<BR />Email: request info (mlhiatt@cityscapesinc.com);Web: https://cityscapesinc.com/ 
B.	Substitutions: Not permitted.
C.	Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01 60 00 - Product Requirements.
2.2	MANUFACTURED PLANTERS
A.	Basis or Design: Planx Planters manufactured by CityScapes. Planks of textured wood grain PVC or natural wood, or metal panels for the sides and end of the planter. Extruded aluminum posts and stiffeners for framing and direct attachment of panels. Posts attach to concrete pads, piers, or footings, provided by others, or are part of a free-standing unit. Custom sizes, shapes, materials, and colors can be made.
1.	Planter Tray: Pre-formed polystyrene for soil and plant retention.
2.	NatureScreen Trellis System: For vertical growing of plants.
B.	Materials: Use recycled materials whenever possible.
1.	Posts and Stiffeners: Extruded aluminum. Wall Thickness: 0.090 inches. (2.29 mm) 
a.	Posts (WxD): 3 x 3 inch (76 x 76 mm) actual.
b.	Stiffeners are extruded aluminum shapes.
c.	Finish: Posts and stiffeners are powder coated in a variety of colors. The coating is 2 to 4 mils (0.051 to 0.102 mm) thick.
2.	Panels: 1 inch (24 mm) solid PVC boards. Solid core. Extruded.
a.	PVC Planks carry the longest warranty of all our products and require little to no maintenance.
3.	Panels: Extruded aluminum infill.
a.	Extruded aluminum products in accordance with Aluminum Plate, Shapes and Bar: ASTM B 221, alloy6005-T5, 6061-T5 or 6063-T5.
4.	Panels: 1 inch (24 mm), natural wood planks.
5.	Panels: Composite Deck Boards, IPE, or Cedar: 1 inch (24 mm) in thickness.
6.	Threaded Fasteners: Screws, Bolts, Nuts and Washers: Stainless steel.
7.	Threaded Fasteners: Screws, Bolts, Nuts and Washers: Galvanized steel.
8.	Planter Tray: Thermoformed, polystyrene tray for soil and plant retention. Drains to a channeled outlet in the planter post or directly to the ground.
C.	Modular Construction: Available in a variety of sizes, shapes, and heights.
1.	Posts and Stiffeners: Cut to length and powder coated. Includes caps and base covers, when requested.
a.	Color: Determined by Architect from Manufacturer's standard range.
2.	Panels: Cut to length and assembled, into the 4 sides of the finished planter. Note: Panel Heights: 6 inch (152 mm) increments and does not need to equal the overall height of the planter (i.e. planter height of 24 inches (610 mm) with 18 inches (457 mm) of plank and 6 inches (152 mm) of exposed post).
a.	Color: Determined and Approved by Architect from Manufacturer's standard range.
3.	Planter Trays: Arrive without drainage holes, unless specified at time of order. Holes can easily be drilled on site.
4.	Accessories: Available at time of order.
a.	Self-watering trays.
b.	Irrigation systems.
c.	NatureScreen Trellis attachments.
d.	Pest covers.
e.	Lighting.
D.	Finish: 
1.	Aluminum Parts: Textured.
2.	Aluminum Parts: Satin.
3.	Panels have a natural matte finish.
E.	Planter Sizes: 
1.	All 34 inches (864 mm) high planters listed meet ADA side roll up standard.
2.	Elevated planters, including tray. Standard design is 3 planks of coverage or 18 inches.
a.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 18 x 36 x 34 inches (457 x 914 x 864 mm).
b.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 18 x 48 x 34 inches (457 x 1219 x 864 mm).
c.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 24 x 48x 34 inches (610 x 1219 x 864 mm).
d.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 24 x 60 x 34 inches (610 x 1524 x 864 mm).
e.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 24 x 72 x 34 inches (610 x 1829 x 864 mm).
f.	Dimensions (HxLxD): ___ x ___ x ___ inches ( mm).
1)	Desired Planter Depth. ___ inches ( mm).
3.	Planters, Typically 24 inches Deep. Standard sizes, including tray:
a.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 18 x 24 x 24 inches (457 x 610 x 610 mm).
b.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 18 x 48 x 24 inches (457 x 1219 x 610 mm).
c.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 18 x 60 x 24 inches (457 x 1524 x 610 mm).
d.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 18 x 72 x 24 inches (457 x 1829 x 610 mm).
e.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 24 x 24 x 24 inches (610 x 610 x 610 mm).
f.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 24 x 48 x 24 inches (610 x 1219 x 610 mm).
g.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 24 x 60 x 24 inches (610 x 1524 x 610 mm).
h.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 24 x 72 x 24 inches (610 x 1829 x 610 mm).
i.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 30 x 24 x 24 inches (762 x 610 x 610 mm).
j.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 30 x 48 x 24 inches (762 x 1219 x 610 mm).
k.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 30 x 60 x 24 inches (762 x 1524 x 610 mm).
l.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 30 x 72 x 24 inches (762 x 1829 x 610 mm).
m.	Dimensions (HxLxD): ___ x ___ x ___ inches ( mm).
1)	Desired Planter Depth. ___ inches ( mm).
4.	Raised bed sizes (no tray):
a.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 24 x 24 x 12 inches (610 x 610 x 305 mm).
b.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 24 x 48 x 12 inches (610 x 1219 x 305 mm).
c.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 24 x 96 x 12 inches (610 x 2438 x 305 mm).
d.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 48 x 48 x 12 inches (1219 x 1219 x 305 mm).
e.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 48 x 96 x 12 inches (1219 x 2438 x 305 mm).
f.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 48 x 120 x 12 inches (1219 x 3048 x 305 mm).
g.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 24 x 24 x 18 inches (610 x 610 x 457 mm).
h.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 24 x 48 x 18 inches (610 x 1219 x 457 mm).
i.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 24 x 96 x 18 inches (610 x 2438 x 457 mm).
j.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 48 x 48 x 18 inches (1219 x 1219 x 457 mm).
k.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 48 x 96 x 18 inches (1219 x 2438 x 457 mm).
l.	Dimensions (HxLxD): 48 x 120 x 18 inches (1219 x 3048 x 457 mm).
m.	Dimensions (HxLxD): ___ x ___ x ___ inches ( mm).
5.	ADA Planter with front side wheelchair straight in access.
a.	Dimension (HxLxD): 34 x 62 x 24.5 inches (863 x 1575 x 622 mm)
1)	Desired Planter Depth. ___ inches (___ mm).
6.	Custom:
a.	Dimensions (HxLxD): ___ x ___ x ___ inches (___ x ___ x ___ mm).
1)	Desired Planter Depth. ___ inches (___ mm).
7.	Other: Any combination of raised planters, raised bed or elevated garden planters may be connected to form various shapes and heights including:
a.	Tiered, "T". "L", or "U", Shapes.
2.3	PLANTER ACCESSORIES
A.	Accessories: Available at time of order.
1.	Self-watering.
2.	Irrigation systems.
3.	Integrated NatureScreen Trellis.
4.	Pest covers.
5.	Lighting.
PART 3    EXECUTION
3.1	EXAMINATION
A.	Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly constructed and prepared.
B.	If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect in writing of unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.
3.2	PREPARATION
A.	Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation.
B.	Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the best result for the substrate under the project conditions.
3.3	INSTALLATION
A.	Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, approved submittals, and in proper relationship with adjacent construction.
3.4	FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A.	Field Inspection: Coordinate field inspection in accordance with appropriate sections in Division 01.
B.	Manufacturer's Services: Coordinate manufacturer's services in accordance with appropriate sections in Division 01.
3.5	CLEANING AND PROTECTION
A.	Clean products in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations.
B.	Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.

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