SECTION 06 63 00

PVC RAILINGS AND BALUSTRADES

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PART 1    GENERAL
1.1	SECTION INCLUDES
A.	Balustrade Railing Systems.
B.	Porch and Deck Rail Systems.
C.	Porch and Deck Rail Secondary Handrail.
D.	Low Voltage Rail lighting,
E.	Post Caps.
F.	Stair Lighting System
G.	Outdoor LED Lighting.
1.2	RELATED SECTIONS
A.	Section 03 30 00 - Cast-in-Place Concrete.
B.	Section 05 50 00 - Metal Fabrications.
C.	Section 05 51 33 - Metal Ladders
D.	Section 05 52 13 - Pipe and Tube Railings
E.	Section 06 10 00 - Rough Carpentry
F.	Section 06 20 00 - Finish Carpentry
G.	Division 16 - Electrical: Electrical service and disconnects, wire routing and connections.
1.3	REFERENCES
A.	ASTM B 429 - Standard Specification for Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Structural Pipe and Tube.
B.	ASTM D 1784 - Standard Specification for Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Compounds and Chlorinated Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Compounds.
C.	ASTM E 935 - Standard Test Methods for Permanent Metal Railing Systems and Rails for Buildings.
1.4	DESIGN / PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
A.	Design Loads: Design to the following requirements. Concentrated and uniform loading need not be applied simultaneously.
1.	Uniform load: 50 pounds per foot (74.3 kg/m) applied at the top in any direction..
2.	Uniform load: ___ pounds per foot (____ kg/m) applied at the top in any direction..
3.	Concentrated load: 200 pounds (90.6 kg) applied at the top in any direction.
4.	Concentrated load: ___ pounds (___ kg) applied at the top in any direction.
1.5	SUBMITTALS
A.	Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements.
B.	Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:
1.	Preparation instructions and recommendations.
2.	Details of material and construction.
3.	Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
4.	Installation methods and requirements.
C.	Shop Drawings: Submit shop drawings for fabrication and installation of railings and balustrades. Include plans, elevations and detail sections. Indicate materials, methods, finishes and types of joinery, fasteners, anchorages and accessory items. Provide setting diagrams and templates for anchorages, sleeves, and bolts installed by others.
D.	Load Tests: Submit test results from ASTM E 935 conducted on the manufacturer's supplied system indicating compliance with required structural loading.
E.	Selection Samples: For each finish product specified, two complete sets of color charts representing manufacturer's full range of available colors and patterns.
F.	Verification Samples: For each finish product specified, two samples, minimum size 6 inches (150 mm) long, representing actual product, color, and patterns.
G.	Manufacturer's Certificates: Certify products meet or exceed specified requirements.
H.	Closeout Submittals: Provide manufacturer's maintenance instructions that include recommendations for periodic cleaning and maintenance of all components.
1.6	QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.	Manufacturer Qualifications: Minimum 3 years documented experience producing systems specified in this section.
B.	Installer Qualifications: Minimum 3 years documented experience installing systems specified in this section.
C.	Mock-Up: Provide a mock-up for evaluation of surface preparation techniques and application workmanship.
1.	Finish areas designated by Architect.
2.	Do not proceed with remaining work until workmanship, color, and sheen are approved by Architect.
3.	Refinish mock-up area as required to produce acceptable work.
4.	Accepted mock-ups shall be comparison standard for remaining Work
D.	Pre-Installation Conference: Conduct pre-installation conference in accordance with Section 01 20 00 - Price and Payment Procedures. Date and time of the pre-installation conference shall be acceptable to the Owner and the Architect.
1.	Prior to commencing the installation, meet at the Project site to review the material selections, installation procedures, and coordination with other trades. 
2.	Mock-ups shall be reviewed during the pre-installation conference. 
3.	Pre-installation conference shall include the Contractor, the Installer, and any trade that requires coordination with the work. 
1.7	DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A.	Deliver materials to the Project site in manufacturer's original wrappings and containers, labeled with supplier's or manufacturer's name, material or product brand name, and lot number, if any.
B.	Store materials in their original, undamaged packages and containers, inside a well-ventilated area protected from weather, moisture, soiling, extreme temperatures, and humidity.
1.8	SEQUENCING
A.	Ensure that locating templates and other information required for installation of products of this section are furnished to affected trades in time to prevent interruption of construction progress.
B.	Ensure that products of this section are supplied to affected trades in time to prevent interruption of construction progress.
1.9	PROJECT CONDITIONS
A.	Maintain environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, and ventilation) within limits recommended by manufacturer for optimum results. Do not install products under environmental conditions outside manufacturer's absolute limits.
B.	Field Measurements: Take measurements of actual dimensions where necessary for fit without gaps. Indicate measurements on shop drawings.
1.10	WARRANTY
A.	Lifetime Limited, Non-Prorated Warranty on Material and 5 Year Prorated Labor Warranty.
PART 2    PRODUCTS
2.1	MANUFACTURERS
A.	Acceptable Manufacturer: Key-Link, which is located at:<BR />110 Peters Rd.<BR />New Holland, PA 17557<BR />Toll Free Tel: 888-704-7130<BR />Tel: 717-435-3196<BR />Fax: 717-355-7129<BR />Email: request info (jsurovi@keylinkonline.com);Web: https://keylinkonline.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	MATERIALS
A.	Rail, post and pickets: Aluminum extrusions; alloy and temper 6063-T6 conforming to ASTM B 429.
B.	PVC: Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC) formulated to resist impact and for Ultra Violet (UV) stabilization. Extruded products meets or exceeds ASTM D I784.
2.3	BALUSTRADE RAILING
A.	Contemporary Balustrade System: 5000 Balustrade Series:
1.	Rail: Reinforced with extruded aluminum channels. Provide with Top and bottom rail brackets as required with snap-on screw covers and hidden bracket screws.
a.	Top Rail: 4-1/2 inches wide by 3-3/8 inches high.
b.	Bottom Rail: 4-1/2 inches wide by 3-3/8 inches high.
2.	Baluster: 
a.	1-3/4 inch Denver.
b.	2-5/8 inch Vintage.
3.	Newel Post: Provide with post mounts, caps and trim required for the installation.
a.	Size: 6 inch square plain.
b.	Size: 6 inch recessed panel.
c.	Size: 6 inch vintage plain.
4.	Height:
a.	Length: As indicated on the Drawings.
5.	Step/Stair Rail: Provide with universal stair mounting bracket and trim as required for the installation. Suitable for 28 to 45 degree step angles.
a.	6 foot length.
b.	8 foot length.
6.	Color:
a.	White.
b.	Clay.
B.	Stately Balustrade System: 7000 Series Balustrade Series: Provided with snap-on screw covers with hidden bracket screws. Provide with Top and bottom rail brackets as required.
1.	Rail: Reinforced with extruded aluminum channels.
a.	Top Rail: 6-1/2 inches wide by 4-1/2 inches high.
b.	Bottom Rail: 6-1/2 inches wide by 4-1/2 inches high.
2.	Baluster: 
a.	3-3/4 inch Belmont.
3.	Newel Post: Provide with post mounts, caps and trim required for the installation.
a.	Size: 8 inch plain.
b.	Size: 8 inch recessed panel.
4.	Height:
a.	36 inches 
b.	42 inches
5.	Length: 
a.	Length: As indicated on the Drawings.
6.	Step/Stair Rail: Provide with universal stair mounting bracket and trim as required for the installation. Suitable for 28 to 45 degree step angles.
a.	6 foot length.
b.	8 foot length.
7.	Length: As indicated on the Drawings.
8.	Color:
a.	White.
2.4	PORCH AND DECK RAILING SYSTEMS
A.	Porch and Deck Railing System: 200 Series Railing: Provide with Top and bottom rail brackets as required. No visible hardware or screws are permitted. Provided with snap-on screw covers with hidden bracket screws.
1.	Rail: Reinforced with extruded aluminum channels.
a.	Vinyl Top Rail: 2-1/2 inches flat top, 3-1/4 inch overall width by 2 inches high.
b.	Vinyl Deckboard Mount Top Rail: 
c.	Vinyl Bottom Rail: 1-3/4 inches wide by 2-3/4 inches high.
2.	Level Rail Length: 
a.	5 foot.
b.	6 foot.
c.	7 foot.
d.	8 foot.
e.	10 foot..
f.	As indicated on the Drawings.
3.	Height:
a.	36 inch residential 
b.	42 inch commercial
4.	Baluster: 
a.	Vinyl 1.3 inch turned Madison.
b.	Aluminum 3/4 inch round York.
c.	Vinyl 1.3 inch square Model.
5.	Newel Post: Provide with post mounts, caps and trim required for the installation.
a.	Size: 4 inches
b.	Length:
1)	38 inch.
2)	48 inch.
3)	54 inch.
6.	Porch and Deck Post Wrap Covers: Four piece snap-on vinyl covers.
a.	Fluted C-Style 4 inches by 4 inches by 102 inches.
b.	Fluted C-Style 6 inches by 6 inches by 102 inches.
c.	Fluted Beechdale 4 inches by 4 inches by 102 inches.
d.	Fluted Beechdale 6 inches by 6 inches by 102 inches.
e.	Fluted Beechdale 8 inches by 8 inches by 102 inches.
f.	Smooth Beechdale 4 inches by 4 inches by 102 inches.
g.	Smooth Beechdale 6 inches by 6 inches by 102 inches.
7.	Step/Stair Rail: Provide with universal stair mounting bracket and trim as required for the installation. Suitable for 32 to 36 degree angles.
a.	6 foot length.
b.	8 foot length.
8.	Box Kits: 
a.	5 foot boxed section.
b.	6 foot boxed section.
c.	7 foot boxed section.
d.	8 foot boxed section.
e.	10 foot boxed section.
9.	Color:
a.	White.
b.	Clay.
c.	Black.
B.	Porch and Deck Railing System: 1000 Series Railing: Provide with Top and bottom rail brackets as required. No visible hardware or screws are permitted. Provided with snap-on screw covers with hidden bracket screws.
1.	Rail: Reinforced with extruded aluminum channels.
a.	Vinyl Top Rail: 3 inches flat top by 3-1/2 inches high.
b.	Vinyl Deckboard Mount Top Rail: 
c.	Vinyl Bottom Rail: 1-3/4 inches wide by 3-1/2 inches high.
2.	Level Rail Length: 
a.	As indicated on the Drawings.
3.	Height:
a.	36 inch residential 
b.	42 inch commercial
4.	Baluster: 
a.	Model
b.	Heritage
c.	Madison
d.	Kinzer
e.	Traditional
f.	Lexus
g.	York
h.	Witmer, 
i.	Glass Panel 
j.	4 inch Wide Glass
k.	Aluminum 3/4 inch round York.
5.	Newel Post: Provide with post mounts, caps and trim required for the installation.
a.	Style/Size: 4 inch Plain.
b.	Style/Size: 4 inch Madison.
c.	Style/Size: 4 inch Heritage.
d.	Length:
1)	38 inch.
2)	48 inch.
3)	54 inch.
6.	Porch and Deck Post Wrap Covers: Four piece snap-on vinyl covers.
a.	Fluted C-Style 4 inches by 4 inches by 102 inches.
b.	Fluted C-Style 6 inches by 6 inches by 102 inches.
c.	Fluted Beechdale 4 inches by 4 inches by 102 inches.
d.	Fluted Beechdale 6 inches by 6 inches by 102 inches.
e.	Fluted Beechdale 8 inches by 8 inches by 102 inches.
f.	Smooth Beechdale 4 inches by 4 inches by 102 inches.
g.	Smooth Beechdale 6 inches by 6 inches by 102 inches.
7.	Step/Stair Rail: Provide with universal stair mounting bracket and trim as required for the installation. Suitable for 28 to 45 degree angles.
a.	6 foot length.
b.	8 foot length.
8.	Box Kits: 
a.	5 foot boxed section.
b.	6 foot boxed section.
c.	7 foot boxed section.
d.	8 foot boxed section.
e.	10 foot boxed section.
9.	Color:
a.	White.
b.	Clay.
c.	Almond.
d.	Black.
C.	Porch and Deck Railing System: 3000 Series Railing: Provide with Top and bottom rail brackets as required. No visible hardware or screws are permitted. Provided with snap-on screw covers with hidden bracket screws.
1.	Rail: Reinforced with extruded aluminum channels.
a.	Vinyl Top Rail: 3 inches flat top by 3-1/4 inches high.
b.	Vinyl Deckboard Mount Top Rail: 
c.	Vinyl Bottom Rail: 1-3/4 inches wide by 3-1/2 inches high.
2.	Level Rail Length: 
a.	As indicated on the Drawings.
3.	Height:
a.	36 inch residential 
b.	42 inch commercial
4.	Baluster: 
a.	Model
b.	Heritage
c.	Madison
d.	Kinzer
e.	Traditional
f.	Lexus
g.	York
h.	Witmer, 
i.	Glass Panel 
j.	4 inch Wide Glass
k.	Aluminum 3/4 inch round York.
5.	Newel Post: Provide with post mounts, caps and trim required for the installation.
a.	Style/Size: 4 inch Plain.
b.	Style/Size: 4 inch Madison.
c.	Style/Size: 4 inch Heritage.
d.	Length:
1)	38 inch.
2)	48 inch.
3)	54 inch.
6.	Porch and Deck Post Wrap Covers: Four piece snap-on vinyl covers.
a.	Fluted C-Style 4 inches by 4 inches by 102 inches.
b.	Fluted C-Style 6 inches by 6 inches by 102 inches.
c.	Fluted Beechdale 4 inches by 4 inches by 102 inches.
d.	Fluted Beechdale 6 inches by 6 inches by 102 inches.
e.	Fluted Beechdale 8 inches by 8 inches by 102 inches.
f.	Smooth Beechdale 4 inches by 4 inches by 102 inches.
g.	Smooth Beechdale 6 inches by 6 inches by 102 inches.
7.	Step/Stair Rail: Provide with universal stair mounting bracket and trim as required for the installation. Suitable for 28 to 45 degree angles.
a.	6 foot length.
b.	8 foot length.
8.	Box Kits: 
a.	5 foot boxed section.
b.	6 foot boxed section.
c.	7 foot boxed section.
d.	8 foot boxed section.
e.	10 foot boxed section.
9.	Color:
a.	White.
b.	Clay.
c.	Almond.
d.	Black.
D.	Secondary Handrail: Provide for use at stairs and elsewhere as indicated for use in conjunction with porch and deck railing using the following components as required.
1.	Available Components: Pipe rail size 1-1/2 inch diameter.
a.	End Cap
b.	P-Loop Return
c.	3 inch Mounting Bracket
d.	Aluminum Connector with Ring 
e.	5 degree Radius Elbow 
f.	78 inch Straight Handrail with Aluminum
g.	32 degree Radius Elbow 
h.	34 degree Radius Elbow 
i.	90 degree Radius Elbow 
j.	6 inch Corner Mounting Bracket
k.	Aluminum 0 to 90 degree Universal Elbow 
l.	Mounting Bracket Insert (Poly) 
m.	Outside Elbow
n.	Aluminum 90 degree Elbow Bracket
o.	38 degree Radius Elbow 
p.	Aluminum Mounting Bracket Insert 
q.	Aluminum Straight Wall Bracket with Ring
r.	Aluminum Gate Return Kit with Outside Elbow
s.	Candy Cane Return
t.	Aluminum External Swivel with ring
2.	Color:
a.	White Vinyl.
b.	Almond Vinyl.
c.	Clay Vinyl.
d.	Black Aluminum.
2.5	POST CAPS
A.	Vinyl Post Cap
1.	Size:
a.	4 inch
b.	5 inch
2.	Style:
a.	New England Ball Cap
b.	New York Cap
c.	Spade Cap
d.	New England Cap
e.	Ball Cap
f.	Flat Cap
g.	Federation Cap
3.	Colors: 
a.	White 
b.	Almond
c.	Clay
d.	Black
B.	Woodtone Post Caps
1.	Size: 
a.	4 inch 
b.	5 inch
2.	Material/Color: 
a.	Vinyl White Pine
b.	Vinyl Seasoned Pine
c.	Copper.
2.6	OUTDOOR LED LIGHTING
A.	Construction:
1.	Die-Cast and Powder-Coated Aluminum Housing
2.	Acrylic Lens.
3.	High output 3000K LED bulbs. Rated at over 50,000 hours.
4.	LED light board coated with an Optical Conformal Coating to protect circuitry from normal environmental conditions.
5.	Mizu-P25 2.50mm Pitch Waterproof connections.
6.	UL / CSA approved.
B.	Fixture Style:
1.	Pyramid Style Post Cap Light: Light shines outward on all sides.
a.	Size: Fits post size:
1)	4 inch
b.	Low Power Draw: 0.4 Watts per Cap.
c.	Matching Post Caps: Provide non-lighted caps where indicated.
2.	Decorative Style Post Cap Light: Light shines outward on all sides.
a.	Size: Fits post size:
1)	4 inch
b.	Low Power Draw: 0.4 Watts per Cap.
c.	Matching Post Caps: Provide non-lighted caps where indicated.
3.	Pyramid Style Post Cap Downlight: Light shines downward on all sides.
a.	Size: Fits post size:
1)	4 inch
b.	Low Power Draw: 1.6 Watts per Cap.
c.	Matching Post Caps: Provide non-lighted caps where indicated.
4.	Decorative Style Post Cap Downlight: Light shines downward on all sides.
a.	Size: Fits post size:
1)	4 inch
b.	Low Power Draw: 1.6 Watts per Cap.
5.	Post and Stair Accent Light: Mounts to posts, stair risers or deck fascia. Low profile light shines downward.
a.	Size: 2 inches W by 1 inch H.
C.	Fixture Color:
1.	White
2.	Almond
3.	Clay
4.	Black
D.	Accessories: Provide with the following accessories as required for the installation indicated on the Drawings.
a.	Wire Extension
b.	Post Light Wire Kit
c.	2-Way Wire Splitter
d.	4-Way Wire Splitter
e.	Plug Cover
f.	Remote Dimmer: Control the brightness of lights remotely.
g.	Photoelectric Timer: Set a timer for lights.
h.	Power Supply: Mean Well NPF-40-12 UL8750 constant voltage and constant current LED power supply.
1)	Input Voltage: 90~305Vac 
2)	C.V. Output Voltage: 12.0 Volts
3)	C.V. Max Current: 3.340 Amps
4)	Max Output Power: 40 Watts
5)	Constant Current: 3.340 Amps
6)	C.C. Voltage Min: 7.20 VDC
7)	C.C. Voltage Max: 12.00 VDC
2.7	FABRICATION
A.	Fit, shape and assemble components in largest practical sizes, for delivery to the site. Fabricate components with joints tightly fitted and secured.
B.	Top rails shall be continuous without splices except for lengths longer than ___ feet.
C.	If railing is angled horizontally, machined proper angle into the post.
D.	Fabricate railing system to meet step railing requirements; riser and tread dimensions of the steps.
E.	Provide components required for anchorage. Fabricate anchors and related components of material and finish as required, or as specifically noted.
PART 3    EXECUTION
3.1	EXAMINATION
A.	Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly prepared.
B.	If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.
3.2	PREPARATION
A.	Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation.
B.	Coordinate railing installation with installation of waterproof membrane or coating Specified in Section 07xxx.
C.	Ensure that adjacent surfaces, structures, and finishes are protected from damage by construction activities of this section.
D.	Use wood blocks and padding to prevent damage to railing members and fittings during erection.
E.	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.
B.	Keep perimeter lines straight, plumb, and level. 
C.	Provide grounds, clips, backing materials, adhesives, brackets, anchors, and accessories necessary for a complete installation.
1.	Expansion Bolt Mounting: Anchor through base plates to concrete substrate.
2.	Sleeve Mounting:
a.	Arrange for casting of sleeves or core drill insitu concrete to provide holes for railing uprights.
b.	After setting, fill holes with hydraulic grout; brace members until grout is cured.
3.	Connect railing components in accordance with manufacturer's instructions applicable to the specified system. Tighten all fasteners so that completed railing is rigid and free of play at joints and component attachments.
D.	Install LED lighting in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. Coordinate with Division 16 - Electrical: Electrical service and disconnects, wire routing and connections.
3.4	ERECTION TOLERANCES
A.	Install railings plumb and level, securely fastened, with vertical members plumb.
1.	Maximum variation from plumb: 1/4 inch (6.0 mm).
2.	Maximum misalignment from true position: 1/4 inch (6.0 mm).
3.	Maximum misalignment between adjacent separated members: 1/8 inch (3.0 mm).
3.5	CLEANING
A.	Remove dust or other foreign matter from component surfaces; clean finishes in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
3.6	PROTECTION
A.	Protect installed products until completion of project.
B.	Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.

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