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SECTION 04 40 00 - Stone Assemblies

CUT STONE ASSEMBLIES

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** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Valder's Stone & Marble. Inc., Division of Eden Stone Co; cut stone assembly products.
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This section is based on the products of Valder's Stone & Marble. Inc., Division of Eden Stone Co, which is located at:
318 W. Washington Street
Valders, WI 54245
Tel: (920) 775-4151
Fax (920) 775-4087
Web Site: www.valdersstone.com
E-mail:
Eden Stone Company is the premier cut limestone and sandstone manufacturer in the United States. Eden Stone quarries contain some of the most unique stone of its type in the world. Famous for its density, hardness and color, Valders limestone is unparalleled in quality. Stone from other Eden quarries completes a broad spectrum of textures, consistencies, colors, variegations and finishes.
The beauty, strength, and value of stone is easily incorporated into both decorative and structural components of the building project. Use stone for contemporary or traditional designs including arches, panels, pillars, quoins and other components. Valders is a full service company including all phases of production, shop drawings, fabrication and shipping. Installation assistance is also available. Call for more information on the design and use of cut stone including custom designs.

1 GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

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

1.1.1 Wall Panels.

1.1.2 Arches.

1.1.3 Trim.

1.1.4 Cornices.

1.1.5 Quoins.

1.1.6 Columns.

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

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

1.2.1 Section 33 01 00 - Operation and Maintenance of Utilities.

1.2.2 Section 32 14 13.16 - Precast Concrete Unit Paving Slabs.

1.2.3 Section 03 30 00 - Cast-in-Place Concrete.

1.2.4 Section 03 30 00 - Cast-in-Place Concrete.

1.2.5 Section 04 22 00.16 - Surface-Bonded Concrete Unit Masonry.

1.2.6 Section 04 22 00.13 - Concrete Unit Veneer Masonry.

1.2.7 Section 04 40 00 - Stone Assemblies.

1.2.8 Section 05 12 16 - Fabricated Fireproofed Steel Columns.

1.2.9 Section 05 40 00 - Cold-Formed Metal Framing.

1.2.10 Section 05 50 00 - Metal Fabrications.

1.2.11 Section 06 11 00 - Wood Framing.

1.2.12 Section 07 62 00 - Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim.

1.2.13 Section 07 65 26 - Self-Adhering Sheet Flashing.

1.2.14 Section 07 90 00 - Joint Protection.

1.2.15 Section 09 75 00 - Stone Facing.

1.3 REFERENCES

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

1.3.1 ASTM A 36 -. ASTM A36/A36M - Standard Specification for Carbon Structural Steel.

1.3.2 ASTM A 123 ASTM A123/A123M - Standard Specification for Zinc (Hot-Dip Galvanized) Coatings on Iron and Steel Products.

1.3.3 ASTM A 153 - Standard Specification for Zinc Coating (Hot-Dip) on Iron and Steel Hardware.

1.3.4 ASTM A 307 ASTM A307 - Standard Specification for Carbon Steel Bolts and Studs, 60 000 PSI Tensile Strength.

1.3.5 ASTM A 325 ASTM A325 - Standard Specification for Structural Bolts, Steel, Heat Treated, 120/105 ksi Minimum Tensile Strength.

1.3.6 ASTM A 490 ASTM A490 - Standard Specification for Structural Bolts, Alloy Steel, Heat Treated, 150 ksi Minimum Tensile Strength.

1.3.7 ASTM A 666 - Standard Specification for Austenitic Stainless Steel Sheet, Strip, Plate, and Flat Bar.

1.3.8 ASTM C 91 - Standard Specification for Masonry Cement.

1.3.9 ASTM C 97 - Standard Specification for Absorption and Bulk Specific Gravity of Dimension Stone.

1.3.10 ASTM C 99 - Standard Test Method for Modulus of Rupture of Dimension Stone.

1.3.11 ASTM C 207 - Standard Specification for Hydrated Lime for Masonry Purposes.

1.3.12 ASTM C 241- Abrasion Resistance of Stone Subjected to Foot Traffic.

1.3.13 ASTM C 144 - Aggregate for Masonry Mortar.

1.3.14 ASTM C 150 - Standard Specification for Portland Cement.

1.3.15 ASTM C 170 - Standard Specification for Compressive Strength of Dimension Stone.

1.3.16 ASTM C 270 - Mortar for Unit Masonry.

1.3.17 ASTM C 321 - Standard Test Method for Bond Strength of Chemical-Resistant Mortars.

1.3.18 ASTM C 568 - Standard Specification for Limestone Dimension Stone.

1.3.19 ASTM D 570 - Standard Test Method for Water Absorption of Plastics

1.3.20 ASTM D 638 - Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics.

1.3.21 ASTM D 695 - Standard Test Method for Compressive Properties of Rigid Plastics.

1.3.22 ASTM D 1706 - Indentation Hardness of Plastics by Means of a Durometer.

1.3.23 ASTM D5312 - Standard Test Method for Evaluation and Durability of Rock for Erosion Control under Freezing and Thawing Conditions.

1.3.24 ASTM D5313 Standard Test Method for Evaluation and Durability of Rock for Erosion Control under Wetting & Drying Conditions.

1.3.25 ACI 530/ASCE 5/TMS 402 - Building Code Requirements for Masonry Structures.

1.3.26 ACI 530.1/ASCE 6/TMS 602 - Specifications for Masonry Structures.

1.3.27 ACI 530.1/ASCE 6/TMS 602

1.3.28 AISC Specification for Structural Steel Buildings Allowable Stress Design, and Plastic Design.

1.3.29 AWS D1.1 - Structural Welding Code - Steel.

1.4 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

1.4.1 Design foundations, supports, anchorages, spans, fastening, and joints under direct supervision of Professional Engineer experienced in design of this Work and licensed at Project location. Engineer shall provide shop drawings and engineering calculations with professional engineers stamp or seal.

1.4.2 Design, fabricate, and install stonework to withstand normal loads from wind, gravity, movement of building structure, and thermally induced movement, as well as to resist deterioration under conditions of normal use including exposure to weather, without failure.

1.4.3 All steel shapes, plates and straps shall be designed to carry the design loads with safety factors and allowable stresses in accordance with the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) except that steel supports carrying gravity loads shall be stressed not more than 50 percent of the yield stress in bending. Expansion bolts, straps, hooks, anchors, and other devices shall be designed to carry the design loads with appropriate safety factors.

1.4.4 Design to carry the design loads with safety factors or allowable stresses as a minimum, in accordance with the following:

1.4.4.1 Welds: Structural Welding Code (AWS D1.1 and AISC).

1.4.4.2 Expansion Bolts: Per ICBO evaluation report for the specific bolt to be used.

1.4.4.3 Design Loads: Design all panel and panel attachments to carry the following design loads with appropriate safety factors:

1.4.4.3.1 Wind Loads: In accordance with the applicable code.

1.4.4.3.2 Seismic Loads: In accordance with the applicable code where applicable.

1.4.4.3.3 Vertical Loads:

1.4.4.3.3.1 Dead Loads: Actual computed weight of panels and other stone work.

1.4.4.3.3.2 Live Loads: In accordance with the applicable code.

1.4.5 Design, detail and fabricate connections to provide allowance for fabrication tolerances, erection tolerances, and structural deflections for Concrete Work and Structural Steel.

1.4.6 Design to include provisions to prevent galvanic and other forms of corrosion by insulating metals and other materials from direct contact with non-compatible materials, or by suitable coating.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

1.5.1 Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements.

1.5.2 Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:

1.5.2.1 Preparation instructions and recommendations.

1.5.2.2 Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.

1.5.2.3 Cleaning methods.

1.5.3 Shop Drawings: Include accurate dimensions including sections and profiles of stones, method anchorage, horizontal and vertical jointing of stone panels, indicate locations of each stone unit on the setting drawings with number designation corresponding to number marked on each unit. Submit together with engineering calculations including:

1.5.3.1 Stone loads, stresses, and safety factors.

1.5.3.2 Support and anchorage loads, stresses, safety factors, design loads, and allowable loads.

1.5.3.3 Stone thicknesses.

1.5.3.4 Support and anchorage sizes.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete selection samples if color and texture has already been selected.

1.5.4 Selection Samples: For each stone product specified, submit three samples, minimum size 12 inches (305 mm) square, representing actual product, color, and texture.

1.5.5 Samples: Submit samples of mortar representing actual mortar color range.

1.5.6 Quarrier's Certificate: Certify stone properties conform to specified requirements.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.6.1 Stone Materials: Stone shall be standard grade, free of crack or seam which may impair its structural integrity or function and shall comply with industry standards and practices specified.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include a 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.

1.6.2 Mock-Up: Provide a sample panel for evaluation of construction techniques, finishes, color ranges and workmanship.

1.6.2.1 Provide in location designated by Architect.

1.6.2.2 Size: 8 feet by 8 feet (2.4 m by 2.4 m)

1.6.2.3 Include stone types and sizes to be used and include a typical corner condition with special shapes and joint treatment.

1.6.2.4 Clean the sample panel using the same materials and tools as planned for the final stone masonry construction.

1.6.2.5 Do not proceed with remaining work until workmanship and color is approved by Architect.

1.6.2.6 Sample panel will be used as a standard for the balance of the work.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select one of the following two paragraphs and delete the one not required.

1.6.2.7 Remove sample panel at the completion of the work.

1.6.2.8 Sample panel may be incorporated into the work.

1.6.3 Preconstruction Meetings: Conduct preconstruction meetings including the Architect, Contractor, stone masonry subcontractor, and the flashing subcontractor to verify project requirements, substrate conditions, manufacturer's installation instructions and other requirements. Comply with Division 1 requirements.

1.7 QUALIFICATIONS

1.7.1 Stone Quarrier: Company specializing in fabricating natural stone products specified in this section with minimum ten years documented experience and sufficient capacities to quarry, cut, and deliver the stonework required on schedule.

1.7.2 Carving: All carving shall be done by skilled carvers in a correct and artistic manner, in strict accordance with the spirit and intent of the approved shaded drawings, or from models furnished or approved by the Architect.

1.7.3 Stone Masonry Company: Company specializing in performing Work of this section with minimum ten years documented experience.

1.7.4 Qualify welding operators in accordance with AWS "Standard Qualification Procedure." Provide certification that each welder employed in the work is qualified for welding processes involved by having satisfactorily passed AWS qualification tests and, if applicable, by undergoing recertification.

1.8 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

1.8.1 Store products in fabricator's unopened packaging until ready for installation.

1.8.2 All stone shall be received and unloaded at the site with necessary care in handling to avoid damaging or soiling.

1.8.3 Store stone materials on non-staining pallets on a dry level surface. Pallets shall not be stacked and shall be covered with non-staining tarps.

1.8.4 Store mortar materials under cover and in an area where temperature is maintained between 4 degrees C (40 degrees F) to 43 degrees C (110 degrees F).

1.8.5 Lift stone with wide-belt type slings where possible; do not use wire rope or ropes containing tar or other substances which might cause staining.

1.9 PROJECT CONDITIONS

1.9.1 Maintain environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, and ventilation) within ACI recommended limits for optimum results. Do not install products under environmental conditions outside fabricator's absolute limits.

1.9.2 Hot and Cold Weather Requirements: In accordance with ACI 530.1/ASCE 6/TMS 602 Specifications for Masonry Structures.

1.9.3 Units shall not be assembled when the stone temperature and the surrounding air temperatures are below 50 degrees F or above 95 degrees F. Assembly of units below 50 degrees F is permitted when the temperature of the stone units and adhesive is raised by heating to a temperature above 50 degrees F. After the units have been joined, heat should continue to be applied to the stone adjacent to the joint area to give the adhesive the curing temperature above 50 degrees F.

2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

2.1.1 Acceptable Manufacturer: Valders Stone & Marble Inc.; Division of Eden Stone Co., which is located at: 318 W. Washington St.; Valders, WI 54245; Tel: 920-775-4151; Fax: 920-775-4087; Email: request info (); Web: www.valdersstone.com

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

2.1.2 Substitutions: Not permitted.

2.1.3 Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01 60 00 - Product Requirements.

2.1.4 Single Source Responsibility for Stone: Obtain limestone from a single quarry source with resources to provide the quantity of materials required in the specified consistent quality.

2.2 APPLICATIONS/SCOPE

2.2.1 The Drawings and Specifications establish requirements for aesthetics and performance of cut stone assemblies. Aesthetics are indicated by dimensions, color range, arrangement, alignment and profiles of components and assemblies as they relate to sight lines and relationships to one another and to adjoining work. Performance is indicated by requirements specified.

2.2.2 Aesthetics, are subject to the Architect's approval and only to the extent exclusively needed to comply with performance requirements. Where modifications are proposed, submit data to the Architect for review and approval.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select Stone material(s) required for the project. Delete those paragraphs not required. Contact the manufacturer for additional information on custom capabilities.