Ornamental Metal Fences and Gates

SECTION 02825

ORNAMENTAL METAL FENCES AND GATES

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** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** SPECRAIL; fencing and railing systems.
This section is based on the products of SPECRAIL, which is located at:
333 Welton St.
Hamden, CT 06517
Toll Free Tel: 800-243-6256
Tel: 203-248-6346
Fax: 203-248-8489
Email:request info ()
Web:
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SPECRAIL, a division of Porcelen LTD. CT, LLC, manufactures the most comprehensive choice of aluminum ornamental picket fencing systems to suit the discriminating needs of today's design professionals. With 48 years of experience in manufacturing and finishing aluminum construction products, SPECRAIL has enjoyed a leadership role within the industry that has been earned through providing the most styles and grades, while offering function, quality, and durability of the highest standard.
Our 180,000 square foot plant located in Hamden, Connecticut includes complete state-of-the-art fabrication and painting facilities. Porcelen has been a leader in custom finishing since 1957 and we offer the versatility of our Polycolor paint finish on our SPECRAIL fences. We know that every fence or gate we manufacture represents who we are, and so our commitment is not only to our customer's needs, but also to our dedication to quality.
Our ornamental fence division was founded on the premise of quality products delivered with excellent service. We offer four grades of fencing, in nine standard styles. Residential (SR series), residential wide (SW series), commercial (SC series), and industrial (SI series) grade fences are all constructed of high-strength aluminum alloy and fastened with Type 302 stainless steel Tek screws. All panels are fully assembled. Pickets are screwed to rails with stainless steel fasteners. Posts are pre-punched to accept rails. Rails are connected to posts with stainless steel Tek screws. Sections will easily rake to allow for change in ground level. Fieldwork is reduced to a minimum.

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete items below not required by the text of the edited section.

A. Ornamental aluminum fence system.

B. Garden arbors.

C. Deck and porch railings.

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

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A. Section 02200 - Earthwork.

B. Section 03300 - Cast-in-Place Concrete.

1.3 REFERENCES

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A. ASTM International (ASTM): ASTM B 221/B 221M - Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Shapes, and Tubes.

B. American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA): AAMA 2603 - Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements, and Test Procedures for Pigmented Organic Coatings on Aluminum Extrusions and Panels.

C. American Welding Society (AWS):

1. AWS D1.1 - Structural Welding Code - Steel (copyrighted by AWS, ANSI approved).

2. AWS D1.2 - Structural Welding Code - Aluminum (copyrighted by AWS, ANSI approved).

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. General: Submit under provisions of Section 01300 - Submittal Procedures.

B. Product Data: Submit product data showing materials proposed for use. Submit sufficient information to determine compliance with the Drawings and Specifications.

C. Shop Drawings: Submit shop drawings for each product and accessory required. Include information not fully detailed in manufacturer's standard product data.

D. Samples:

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete sample submittal for initial selection below if colors have been preselected and are specified or scheduled.

1. Submit samples for initial color selection. Submit samples of each specified finish. Submit samples in form of manufacturer's color charts showing full range of colors and finishes available. Where finishes involve normal color variations, include samples showing the full, range of variations expected.

2. Submit samples for verification purposes. Additional samples may be required to show fabrication techniques and workmanship. Samples shall be submitted prior to installation.

E. Closeout Submittals: Submit the following:

1. Maintenance and operation data, including methods for maintaining installed products, and precautions against cleaning materials and methods detrimental to finishes and performance.

2. Warranty documents specified herein.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Qualifications:

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1. Manufacturer Qualifications: Manufacturer shall be a firm engaged in the manufacture of ornamental metal fences and gates of types and sizes required, and whose products have been in satisfactory use in similar service for a minimum of five years.

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2. Installer Qualifications: Installer shall be a firm that shall have a minimum of two years of successful installation experience with projects utilizing ornamental metal fences and gates similar in type and scope to that required for this Project.

B. Regulatory Requirements: Comply with applicable requirements of the laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations of Federal, State, and local authorities having jurisdiction. Obtain necessary approvals from such authorities.

1. Welding Standards: Comply with applicable provisions of AWS D1.1 and AWS D1.2. Certify that each welder has satisfactorily passed AWS qualification tests for welding processes involved and, if pertinent, has undergone recertification.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete mock-up below if not required. Include mock-up if the project size and/or quality warrant taking such a precaution. The following is one example of how a mock-up on a large project might be specified. When deciding on the extent of the mock-up, consider all the major different types of work on the project.

C. Mock-Ups: Prior to installation of the work, fabricate and erect mock-ups for each type of finish and application required to verify selections made under sample submittals and to demonstrate aesthetic effects as well as qualities of materials and execution. Build mock-ups to comply with the following requirements, using materials indicated for final unit of work. Locate mock-ups on site in location and of size indicated or, if not indicated, as directed by the Architect. Demonstrate the proposed range of aesthetic effects and workmanship to be expected in the completed work. Obtain the Architect's acceptance of mock-ups before start of final unit of work. Retain and maintain mock-ups during construction in undisturbed condition as a standard for judging completed unit of work.

1. When directed, demolish and remove mock-ups from the Project site.

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2. Accepted mock-ups in undisturbed condition at time of Substantial Completion may become part of completed unit of work.

D. Pre-Installation Conference: Conduct pre-installation conference in accordance with Section 01200 - Project Meetings. Prior to commencing the installation, meet at the Project site to review the material selections, installation procedures, and coordination with other trades. Mock-ups shall be reviewed during the pre-installation conference. Pre-installation conference shall include the Contractor, the Installer, and any trade that requires coordination with the work. Date and time of the pre-installation conference shall be acceptable to the Owner and the Architect.

E. Single Source Responsibility: Obtain ornamental metal fences and gates from a single source with resources to produce products of consistent quality in appearance and physical properties without delaying the work.

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Deliver materials to the Project site in supplier's or 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.

1.7 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Field Measurements: Take field measurements prior to fabrication of the work and preparation of shop drawings, to ensure proper fitting of the work. Show recorded measurements on final shop drawings. Notify the Owner and the Architect, in writing, of any dimensions found which are not within specified dimensions and tolerances in the Contract Documents, prior to proceeding with the fabrication. Coordinate fabrication schedule with construction progress to avoid delaying the work.

1.8 WARRANTY

A. General: See Section 01770 - Closeout Procedures.

B. Special Finish Warranty: Submit a written warranty, signed by manufacturer, covering failure of the factory-applied exterior finish within the specified warranty period and agreeing to repair finish or replace work that shows evidence of finish deterioration. Deterioration of finish includes cracking, checking, or peeling.

1. Warranty Period: Lifetime.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

A. Acceptable Manufacturer: SPECRAIL, which is located at: 333 Welton St.; Hamden, CT 06517; Toll Free Tel: 800-243-6256; Tel: 203-248-6346; Fax: 203-248-8489; Email:request info (); Web:

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B. Substitutions: Not permitted.

C. Substitutions: Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01600 - Product Requirements.

2.2 MATERIALS

A. Aluminum Extrusions: 6063-T5 alloy in accordance with ASTM B 221/B 221M.

B. Fasteners: Type 302 stainless steel, self-drilling head screws. Screws shall be painted to match the finish of the fence.

C. Accessories: Aluminum castings shall be used for post caps, wall brackets, scrolls, finials, and other miscellaneous hardware. Hinges and latches shall be fabricated from aluminum extrusions with stainless steel springs.

2.3 FENCE SYSTEMS

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete products below that are not required for the project. Pickets can also be supplied in a curved design for security applications ("Specturion"). SPECRAIL residential (SR) aluminum fencing offers a combination of durability, strength, and clean appearance, and will keep their attractive finish over a lifetime. SPECRAIL's residential grade fence is the perfect choice to complement any architectural or landscape design. The SPECRAIL residential aluminum fence system can be applied to a wide range of residential uses. To define property lines, or enclose a swimming pool, SPECRAIL fence will provide safety, function, and beauty for years to come.

A. Residential Style Fence System:

1. Product: "Residential (SR Series)," as manufactured by SPECRAIL.

2. Panel Width: 6 foot (1829 mm) panels.

3. Pickets: 0.625 inch (15.88 mm) by 0.625 inch (15.88 mm) by 0.050 inch (1.27 mm).

4. Stringers: 1 inch (25 mm) by 1.063 inch (27.00 mm) by 1 inch (25 mm).

a. Side Wall: 0.060 inch (1.52 mm).

b. Top Wall: 0.060 inch (1.52 mm).

5. Posts: 2 inches (51 mm) by 2 inches (51 mm) by 0.060 inch (1.52 mm) wall.

6. Gate Posts: 2 inches (51 mm) by 2 inches (51 mm) by 0.125 inch (3.18 mm) wall.

7. Picket Spacing: 4.375 inches (111.13 mm) on center.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete spacing below that are not required for the project. Retain 3.750 inches (95.25 mm) for all fence styles except S7 and S8. Retain 1.5625 inches (39.69 mm) for fence styles S7 and S8.

a. Spacing Between Pickets: 3.750 inches (95.25 mm).

b. Spacing Between Pickets: 1.5625 inches (39.69 mm).

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8. Height: 36 inches (914 mm).

9. Height: 42 inches (1067 mm).

10. Height: 48 inches (1219 mm).

11. Height: 60 inches (1524 mm).

12. Height: 72 inches (1829 mm).

13. Alloy: 6105-T5, 35,000 psi (241, 317 kPa).

14. Optional Post: 2.5 inches (64 mm) by 2.5 inches (64 mm) industrial post; 1.5 inches (38 mm) by 2.5 inches (64 mm) by 0.075 inch (1.91 mm) wall.

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15. Fence Design: Bennigton (S1).

16. Fence Design: Berkshire (S2).

17. Fence Design: Essex (S3).

18. Fence Design: Saybrook (S4).

19. Fence Design: Newport (S5).

20. Fence Design: Citadel (S6).

21. Fence Design: Horizon (S7).

22. Fence Design: Falcon (S8).

23. Fence Design: Storrs (S9).

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** SPECRAIL residential wide (SW) grade fence system enhances its residential line further with its wide picket fence system. Applying the new system to SPECRAIL residential grade lends an industrial appearance to your classic perimeter. 8 foot (2438 mm) wide sections are available in wide picket system. SPECRAIL residential wide (SW) aluminum fencing offers a combination of durability, strength, and clean appearance, and will keep their attractive finish over a lifetime. SPECRAIL's residential wide grade fence is the perfect choice to complement any architectural or landscape design. Like all SPECRAIL systems, matching gates are available for all of the styles.

B. Residential Wide Style Fence System:

1. Product: "Residential Wide (SW Series)," as manufactured by SPECRAIL.

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2. Panel Width: 6 foot (1829 mm) panels.

3. Panel Width: 8 foot (2438 mm) panels.

4. Pickets: 0.625 inch (15.88 mm) by 1 inch (25 mm) by 0.050 inch (1.27 mm).

5. Stringers: 1 inch (25 mm) by 1.063 inch (27.00 mm) by 1 inch (25 mm).

a. Side Wall: 0.060 inch (1.52 mm).

b. Top Wall: 0.060 inch (1.52 mm).

c. Side Rail: 1.200 inch (30.48 mm) by 1.625 inch (41.28 mm).

6. Posts: 2 inches (51 mm) by 2 inches (51 mm) by 0.060 inch (1.52 mm) wall.

7. Gate Posts: 2 inches (51 mm) by 2 inches (51 mm) by 0.125 inch (3.18 mm) wall.

8. Picket Spacing: 5 inches (127 mm) on center.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete spacing below that are not required for the project. Retain 4 inches (102 mm) for all fence styles except S7 and S8. Retain 1.5 inches (38 mm) for fence styles S7 and S8.

a. Spacing Between Pickets: 4 inches (102 mm).

b. Spacing Between Pickets: 1.5 inches (38 mm).

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9. Height: 36 inches (914 mm).

10. Height: 42 inches (1067 mm).

11. Height: 48 inches (1219 mm).

12. Height: 60 inches (1524 mm).

13. Height: 72 inches (1829 mm).

14. Alloy: 6105-T5, 35,000 psi (241, 317 kPa).

15. Optional Post: 3 inches (76 mm) by 3 inches (76 mm) by 0.125 inch (3.18 mm) wall; 2.5 inches (64 mm) by 2.5 inches (64 mm) by 0.075 inch (1.91 mm) wall.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete fence designs below that are not required for the project.

16. Fence Design: Bennigton (S1).

17. Fence Design: Berkshire (S2).

18. Fence Design: Essex (S3).

19. Fence Design: Saybrook (S4).

20. Fence Design: Newport (S5).

21. Fence Design: Citadel (S6).

22. Fence Design: Horizon (S7).

23. Fence Design: Falcon (S8).

24. Fence Design: Storrs (S9).

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The SPECRAIL commercial (SC) fencing system applies industrial strength to a less obtrusive appearing fencing system. The commercial system can be applied to apartment complexes, factories, swimming pools, schools, shopping centers, churches, or cemeteries. Available in 6 foot (1829 mm) or 8 foot (2438 mm) fully assembled panels.

C. Commercial Style Fence System: System shall provide strength of a commercial product and the appearance of a narrower picket. System shall be available in 6 foot (1829 mm) or 8 foot (2438 mm) wide panels.

1. Product: "Commercial (SC Series)," as manufactured by SPECRAIL.

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2. Panel Width: 6 foot (1829 mm) panels.

3. Panel Width: 8 foot (2438 mm) panels.

4. Pickets: 0.75 inch (19 mm) by 0.75 inch (19 mm) by 0.050 inch (1.27 mm).

5. Stringers: 1.5 inches (38 mm) by 1 inch (25 mm) by 1.5 inches (38 mm).

a. Side Wall: 0.090 inch (2.29 mm).

b. Top Wall: 0.065 inch (1.65 mm).

6. Posts: 2.5 inches (64 mm) by 2.5 inches (64 mm) by 0.075 inch (1.91 mm) wall.

7. Gate Posts: 4 inches (102 mm) by 4 inches (102 mm) by 0.125 inch (3.18 mm) wall.

8. Picket Spacing: 4.312 inches (109.52 mm) on center.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete spacing below that are not required for the project. Retain 3.562 inches (90.47 mm) for all fence styles except S7 and S8. Retain 1.437 inches (36.50 mm) for fence styles S7 and S8.

a. Spacing Between Pickets: 3.562 inches (90.47 mm).

b. Spacing Between Pickets: 1.437 inches (36.50 mm).

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete heights below that are not required for the project.

9. Height: 36 inches (914 mm).

10. Height: 42 inches (1067 mm).

11. Height: 48 inches (1219 mm).

12. Height: 60 inches (1524 mm).

13. Height: 72 inches (1829 mm).

14. Height: 84 inches (2134 mm).

15. Height: 96 inches (2438 mm).

16. Alloy: 6105-T5, 35,000 psi (241, 317 kPa).

17. Optional Post: 2 inches (64 mm) by 2 inches (64 mm) by 0.060 inch (1.52 mm) wall; 3 inches (76 mm) by 3 inches (76 mm) by 0.125 inch (3.18 mm) wall.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete fence designs below that are not required for the project.

18. Fence Design: Bennigton (S1).

19. Fence Design: Berkshire (S2).

20. Fence Design: Essex (S3).

21. Fence Design: Saybrook (S4).

22. Fence Design: Newport (S5).

23. Fence Design: Citadel (S6).

24. Fence Design: Horizon (S7).

25. Fence Design: Falcon (S8).

26. Fence Design: Storrs (S9).

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The SPECRAIL industrial (SI) grade ornamental aluminum fencing system combines its heaviest gage aluminum extrusions for high visibility and substantial appearance, with aesthetic excellence. The SI system incorporates a 1 inch (25 mm) by 1 inch (25 mm) picket with three or four 1-5/8 inch (41 mm) by 1-5/8 inch (41 mm) rails (stringers) and is fastened with stainless steel Tek screws. The finished product will beautify property lines while creating a deterrent to illegal entry. Available in 6 foot (1829 mm) or 8 foot (2438 mm) wide fully assembled panels. The SI system is available in eight standard styles and six standard colors. Custom options are available in color and size, which leave the Architect/Contractor the freedom to apply design flair to this high strength fencing alternative for industrial applications.

D. Industrial Style Fence System:.

1. Product: "Industrial (SI Series)," as manufactured by SPECRAIL.

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2. Panel Width: 6 foot (1829 mm) panels.

3. Panel Width: 8 foot (2438 mm) panels.

4. Pickets: 1 inch (25 mm) by 1 inch (25 mm) by 0.065 inch (1.65 mm).

5. Stringers: 1.625 inches (41.28 mm) by 1.250 inches (31.75 mm) by 1.625 inches (41.28 mm).

a. Side Wall: 0.100 inch (2.54 mm).

b. Top Wall: 0.070 inch (1.78 mm).

6. Posts: 2.5 inches (64 mm) by 2.5 inches (64 mm) by 0.075 inch (1.91 mm) wall.

7. Gate Posts: 4 inches (102 mm) by 4 inches (102 mm) by 0.125 inch (3.18 mm) wall.

8. Picket Spacing: 5 inches (127 mm) on center.

a. Spacing Between Pickets: 4 inches (102 mm).

b. Spacing Between Pickets: 1.5 inches (38 mm).

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete heights below that are not required for the project.

9. Height: 36 inches (914 mm).

10. Height: 42 inches (1067 mm).

11. Height: 48 inches (1219 mm).

12. Height: 60 inches (1524 mm).

13. Height: 72 inches (1829 mm).

14. Height: 84 inches (2134 mm).

15. Height: 96 inches (2438 mm).

16. Alloy: 6105-T5, 35,000 psi (241, 317 kPa).

17. Optional Post: 3 inches (76 mm) by 3 inches (76 mm) by 0.125 inch (3.18 mm) wall; 4 inches (102 mm) by 4 inches (102 mm) by 0.125 inch (3.18 mm) wall.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete fence designs below that are not required for the project.

18. Fence Design: Bennigton (S1).

19. Fence Design: Berkshire (S2).

20. Fence Design: Essex (S3).

21. Fence Design: Saybrook (S4).