SECTION 08 3313

Coiling Counter Shutters

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** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Amarr Coiling Counter Shutters

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This section is based on the products of Amarr Garage Door, which is located at:

165 Carriage Court

Winston-Salem, NC 27105

Tel: (800) 503-3667

Fax: (336) 251-1851

Email:

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This guide specification has been prepared by Amarr to assist design professionals in the preparation of a specification section covering steel, stainless steel, or aluminum overhead coiling doors. Refer to Amarr literature for additional information on these products.

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Other Amarr Rolling Steel products are covered by the following guide specifications, available from Amarr Garage Doors

Section 08 3323 – Overhead Coiling Doors

Section 08 3314 - Coiling Counter Fire Shutters.

Section 08 3324 - Overhead Coiling Fire Doors.

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1SECTION INCLUDES

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete items below not required for project.

  1. Rolling Steel Doors
  2. Guides and Framing

1.2RELATED SECTIONS

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required.

  1. Section 04810 - Unit Masonry Assemblies: Prepared opening in masonry.
  1. Section 05500 – Metal Fabrications: - Steel framed door openings.
  1. Section 06100 – Rough Carpentry: Wood framing and blocking for door opening.
  1. Section 07900 - Joint Sealers: Perimeter sealant and backup materials.

1.3REFERENCES

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete references from the list below that are not actually required by the text of the edited section.

  1. ASTM A 653/A 653M – Specification for Steel Sheet, Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) or Zinc-Iron Alloy-Coated (Galvannealed) by the Hot-Dip Process.

1.4SUBMITTALS

  1. Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
  1. Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:
  2. Preparation instructions and recommendations.
  3. Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
  4. Installation methods.
  5. Operation and maintenance data.
  1. Shop Drawings: Include opening dimensions and required tolerances, connection details, anchorage spacing, hardware locations, and installation details.

1.5QUALITY ASSURANCE

  1. Manufacturer Qualifications: Company specializing in manufacturing the types of doors specified in this section.
  1. Installer Qualifications: Installation to be by qualified dealer in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation instructions.

1.6DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

  1. Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation.

1.7PROJECT CONDITIONS

  1. 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.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1MANUFACTURERS

  1. Acceptable Manufacturer: Amarr Garage Doors; 165 Carriage Court, Winston-Salem, NC 27105. ASD. Tel: (800) 503-3667. Fax: (336) 251-1851. Email:

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs; coordinate with requirements of Division 1 section on product options and substitutions.

  1. Substitutions: Not permitted.
  1. Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01600.

2.2ROLLING STEELCOUNTER DOORS–MODEL 4400

  1. Provide each door with curtains, bottom bars, guides, brackets, hoods, operating mechanisms and any special features.
  1. Curtain:The curtain shall be constructed of 22 gauge No. 10 (1-1/4” high by 3/8” deep) steel slats.
  1. Finish Coat: The finish on the door curtain shall consist of the following:
  2. Hot dipped galvanized G-90 coating consistent with ASTM A-653
  3. Bonderized coating for prime coat adhesion.
  4. Corrosion inhibiting primer .2 mils per side

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select from the following Finish options; delete all options not used.

  1. Thermosetting tan polyester top coat with a minimum thickness of .6 mils each side.
  2. Factory applied Thermosetting Powder Coating applied with a minimum thickness of 2 mils. The color shall be selected by the architect and shall be chosen from:
  3. standard color chart.
  4. custom color selection.
  1. Bottom Bar:
  2. The bottom bar shall be constructed of tubular extruded aluminum measuring 1-5/16” deep by 2-1/4” high with a double vinyl astragal on the bottom edge. The bottom bar shall receive a 204-R1 clear anodized finish.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select from the following Finish options; delete all options not used.

  1. The finish on the bottom bar shall be a 204-R1 clear anodized finish.
  2. The finish on the bottom bar shall be the Thermosetting Powder Coating finish as indicated in the curtain section.
  1. Guide Assembly:
  2. The guides shall be constructed of extruded aluminum and measure 1-3/4” square. Each side of the channel portion capturing the curtain shall contain wool pile weatherstripping.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select from the following Finish options; delete all options not used.

  1. The guides shall receive a 204-R1 clear anodized finish.
  2. The finish on the guides shall be a Thermosetting Powder Coating finish as indicated in the curtain section.
  1. Brackets:
  2. The brackets shall be constructed of 1/8” thick minimum steel plate.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select from the following Finish options; delete all options not used.

  1. The finish on the brackets shall be one (1) coat of bronze rust-inhibiting prime paint.
  2. The finish on the brackets shall be the Thermosetting Powder Coating finish as indicated in the curtain section.
  1. Gears:
  2. All gears shall be cast iron with teeth cast from machine cut patterns.
  3. The pinion gear shall not be less than a 3” pitch diameter.
  4. The gear ratio shall be designed for a maximum effort of not more than 30 pounds.
  1. Barrel:
  2. The barrel shall be steel tubing of not less than 4” in diameter. Oil tempered torsion springs shall be capable of correctly counter balancing the weight of the curtain. The barrel shall be designed to limit the maximum deflection to .03” per foot of opening width. The springs shall be adjusted by means of an exterior wheel.
  3. The finish on the barrel shall be one (1) coat of bronze rust-inhibiting prime paint.
  1. Hood:
  2. The hood shall be fabricated from 24 gauge galvanized steel and shall be formed to fit the curvature of the brackets.
  3. The finish on the hood shall be the finish as indicated in the curtain section.

2.3OPERATION

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select from the following operation options; delete if not used.

  1. Push-up operated doors shall open and close with a maximum of 30 pounds of effort utilizing finger lifts in the bottom bar. This type of operation should not be used for doors over 10 feet wide.
  1. Crank operated doors shall be operated by means of a hand crank with a removable operating arm.
  1. Motor: The motor shall be the size required to operate the door. The motor operator shall include a geared limit switch, and an electrically interlocked emergency chain operator. The motor starter shall be housed in a NEMA 1 housing and include a magnetic reversing starter size 0, a 24 volt control transformer, and complete terminal strip to facilitate field wiring. A three button push-button station in a NEMA 1 enclosure will activate the motor.The motor operator shall be mounted to the door bracket as shown on drawings. All motor operators shall be U.L. listed. The motor operator shall have the following options:

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select from the following operation options; delete if not used.

  1. Belt Drive: The door shall be operated at a speed of 2/3 foot per second by an open drip-proof electric motor with belt drive and roller chain sprocket reducer.
  2. Gear Head: The door shall be operated at a speed of 2/3 foot per second by an open drip-proof electric motor with gear reducer in oil bath.
  3. The motor shall have the correct voltage and phaseneeded.
  4. 115 volts single phase.
  5. 230 volts single phase.
  6. 230 volts three phase.
  7. 460 volts three phase.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select the following operation option; delete if not used.

  1. Safety Edge
  2. The safety edge shall be installed on the bottom bar of the door and shall automatically reverse the door if the device detects an obstruction in the downward travel of the door
  3. The safety edge shall consist of a rubber boot attached below the bottom bar with an electrical switch secured to the back of the bottom bar. The safety edge shall operate with air wave technology and shall not rely on pneumatic pressure or electrical strip contacts to operate properly. The safety edge shall create an air wave that shall be detected and reverse the direction of the rolling door.
  4. The operation of the safety edge shall not be subject to interferences by temperature, barometric pressure, water infiltration, or cuts in the rubber boot.
  5. The safety edge shall be connected to the motor operator with a coil cord.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select from the following locking mechanism options; delete if not used.

2.4LOCKING MECHANISM

  1. Door shall be secured by means of a thumb turn lock in the bottom bar.
  1. Door shall be secured by means of cylinder locks, one at each jamb.
  1. Door shall be secured by means of cylinder locks, operable from both sides of coil.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1EXAMINATION

  1. Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly prepared.
  1. Verify wall openings are ready to receive work and opening dimensions and tolerances are within specified limits.

3.2PREPARATION

  1. Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation.
  1. Prepare opening to permit correct installation of door unit to perimeter air and vapor barrier seal.

3.3INSTALLATION

  1. Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select the following mountingoption; delete if not used.

  1. Doors to be face mounted on a prepared surface.
  2. Doors to be between jamb mounted on a prepared surface.
  1. Anchor assembly to wall construction and building framing without distortion.
  1. Secure guides to structural members or solid backing only.
  1. Fit and align curtain assembly, guides and operating hardware.
  1. Adjust door assembly and counter balance to smooth operation.

3.4CLEANING

  1. Clean doors, frames and glass.
  1. Remove packing labels and visible markings.

3.5PROTECTION

  1. Protect installed products until completion of project.
  1. Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.

END OF SECTION

Amarr08 3313-1Coiling Counter Shutters

01/02/2012