Fluid-Applied Membrane Air and Vapor Barriers

SECTION 07 27 26

FLUID-APPLIED MEMBRANE AIR AND VAPOR BARRIERS

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** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Carlisle Coatings & Waterproofing; coatings and waterproofing products.
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This section is based on the products of Carlisle Coatings & Waterproofing, which is located at:
900 Hensley Ln.
Wylie, TX 75098
Toll Free Tel: 888-229-0199
Tel: 972-442-6545
Fax: 972-442-0076
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Carlisle Coatings & Waterproofing, Inc. (CCW) provides a broad range of solutions to meet specific waterproofing needs. CCW offers technical services, research and development and manufacturing capabilities from its headquarters in Wylie, Texas and three additional manufacturing facilities in Terrell, TX, Elberton, GA, and Carlisle, PA. The CCW network is further supported by over 50 Manufacturer's sales representatives directed by regional sales offices throughout the country. CCW offers a complete line of waterproofing and moisture protection products for the architectural, general construction, industrial and maintenance industries. Carlisle Coatings & Waterproofing, Inc. is part of the Syntec Division of Carlisle Companies, Inc.

1 GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

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1.1.1 Fluid-applied membrane which serves as an air and vapor barrier in exterior assemblies.

1.1.2 Fire-resistant fluid-applied membrane which serves as an air and vapor barrier in exterior assemblies.

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

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

1.2.1 Section 03 30 00 - Cast-in-Place Concrete0 - Cast-In-Place Concrete.

NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Require that backup concrete be free of fins, protrusions and large holes

1.2.2 Section 04 20 00 - Unit Masonry.

NOTE TO SPECIFIER: When concrete masonry unit (CMU) block walls are to receive Air & Vapor Barrier materials it is critical to address surface preparation issues in this section. Due to the method of installation of the CMU, generally from the inside out, the most critical surfaces to receive the Air & Vapor Barrier materials are neglected and not tooled properly. It is strongly suggested to cut and paste text located in PART 3 - EXECUTION, of Section 07 27 13 into Section 04 20 00 - Unit Masonry. The masonry trade must be made aware that this is a critical element for the self-adhering Air & Vapor Barrier material. The performance of the Air & Vapor Barrier material is directly related to the substrate over which it will be applied.

1.2.3 Section 06 16 36 - Wood Panel Product Sheathing.

1.2.4 Section 07 25 00 - WeatherBarriers.

1.2.5 Section 07 60 00 - Flashing and Sheet Metal.

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

1.2.7 Section 07 90 00 - Joint Protection.

1.3 REFERENCES

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1.3.1 AATCC Test Method 127. "Water Resistance - Hydrostatic Pressure Test".

1.3.2 ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2010 - "Energy Standard for Buildings Except Low-Rise Residential Buildings"

1.3.3 ASTM International (ASTM):

1.3.3.1 ASTM C 920 - Standard Specification for Elastomeric Joint Sealants

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Fire Resistant Assembly only. Delete if not required.

1.3.3.2 ASTM C 1305 - Standard Test Method for Crack Bridging Ability of Liquid-Applied Waterproofing Membrane.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Fire Resistant Assembly only. Delete if not required.

1.3.3.3 ASTM C 1522 - Standard Test Method for Extensibility after Heat Aging of Cold, Liquid-Applied Elastomeric Waterproofing Membrane.

1.3.3.4 ASTM D 1970 - Standard Specification for Self-Adhering Polymer Modified Bituminous Sheet Materials Used as Steep slope roofing Underlayment for Ice Dam Protection.

1.3.3.5 ASTM D 4541 - Standard Test Method for Pull-Off Strength of Coatings Using Portable Adhesion Testers.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Fire Resistant Assembly only. Delete if not required.

1.3.3.6 ASTM E 84 - Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials.

1.3.3.7 ASTM E 96 - Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor Transmission of Materials.

1.3.3.8 ASTM E 783 - Standard Test Method for Field Measurement of Air Leakage Through Installed Exterior Windows and Doors.

1.3.3.9 ASTM E 1105 - Standard Test Method for Field Determination of Water Penetration of Installed Exterior Windows, Skylights, Doors, and Curtain Walls by Uniform or Cyclic Static Air Pressure Difference

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Fire Resistant Assembly only. Delete if not required.

1.3.3.10 ASTM E 1354 - Standard Test Method for Heat and Visible Smoke Release Rates for Materials and Products Using an Oxygen Consumption Calorimeter.

1.3.3.11 ASTM E 2178 - Standard Test Method for Air Permeance of Building Materials.

1.3.3.12 ASTM E 2357 - Standard Test Method for Determining Air Leakage of Air Barrier Assemblies.

1.3.4 Canadian General Standards Board (CGSB) 71-GP-24M - Standard for: Adhesive, Flexible, for Bonding Cellular Polystyrene Insulation

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Fire Resistant Assembly only. Delete if not required.

1.3.5 International Building Code (IBC), published by International Code Council (ICC) - 2012

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Fire Resistant Assembly only. Delete if not required.

1.3.6 Canadian General Standards Board (CGSB) 71-GP-24M Standard for: Adhesive, Flexible, for Bonding Cellular Polystyrene Insulation

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Fire Resistant Assembly only. Delete if not required.

1.3.7 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 285 Standard Fire Test Method for Evaluation of Fire Propagation Characteristics of Exterior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Assemblies Containing Combustible Components

1.4 SUBMITTALS

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

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

1.4.2.1 Preparation instructions and recommendations.

1.4.2.2 Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.

1.4.2.3 Installation methods.

1.4.3 Shop drawings showing locations and extent of air barrier and details of all typical conditions.

1.4.4 Provide evidence to the Architect of installer qualification by the air barrier manufacturer.

1.4.5 Certification of compatibility by manufacturer, listing all materials on the project with which the product and accessories may come into contact.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Fire Resistant Assembly only. Delete if not required.

1.4.6 Manufacturer's list and description of wall assemblies, incorporating product, approved per NFPA 285.

1.4.7 Free film sample of product at representative cured thickness, minimum 2 inches by 3 inches (51 mm by 76 mm) size.

1.4.8 Sample of detail flashing and transition membrane, minimum 2 inches by 3 inches (51 mm by 76 mm) size.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.5.1 Manufacturer Qualifications: Minimum 5 year experience manufacturing similar products.

1.5.2 Installer Qualifications: Experienced in applying the same or similar materials and shall be specifically approved in writing by Manufacturer.

1.5.3 Single-Source Responsibility: Obtain product and accessories from single manufacturer.

1.5.4 Product and Accessories shall comply with all state and local regulations controlling use of volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

1.5.5 Comply with the provisions of the Owner's building envelope commissioning program in accordance with Division 01.

** 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.

1.5.6 Field-Constructed Mock-Ups: Prior to installation on Project, apply product and accessories on mock-up to verify details under shop drawing submittals, to demonstrate tie-ins with adjoining construction and other termination conditions and to become familiar with properties of materials in application:

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Incorporate sub paragraph 1 or 2 into Paragraph. Delete subparagraph not required.

1.5.6.1 Apply in field-constructed mockups of assemblies as specified in Section 01 43 39 - Mockups.

1.5.6.2 Construct typical exterior wall panel, 8 feet long by 8 feet wide (2438 mm by 2438 mm), incorporating back-up wall, cladding, window and doorframe and sill, insulation, flashing, building corner condition, junction with roof system foundation wall and typical penetrations and gaps; illustrating interface of materials and seals.

1.5.7 Allow full cure of product and test mock-up in accordance with Section 01 43 00 - Quality Assurance and test in accordance with ASTM E 783 and ASTM E1105 for air and water infiltration.

1.5.8 Cooperate and coordinate with the Owner's inspection and testing agency. Do not cover any installed product unless it has been inspected, tested and approved.

1.6 PRE-INSTALLATION MEETINGS

1.6.1 Pre-Installation Meeting: Convene one week prior to commencing Work of this Section, in accordance with Division 01.

1.6.2 Convene minimum two weeks prior to starting work of this section.

1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

1.7.1 Deliver materials to Project site in original packages with seals unbroken, labeled with manufacturer's name, product, lot number and directions for storage.

1.7.2 Store materials in their original undamaged packages in a clean, dry, protected location and within temperature range required by manufacturer.

1.7.3 Avoid spillage. Immediately notify Owner, Architect if spillage occurs and start clean up procedures. Clean spills and leave area as it was prior to spill.

1.8 WASTE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL

1.8.1 Separate and recycle waste materials in accordance with Division 01, and with the Waste Reduction Work Plan.

1.8.2 Place materials defined as hazardous or toxic waste in designated containers.

1.8.3 Ensure emptied containers are stored safely for disposal away from children.

1.9 PROJECT CONDITIONS

1.9.1 Do not apply product or accessories during rain or accumulating snowfall.

1.9.2 Apply product and accessories within approved ambient and substrate temperature range stated in manufacturer's literature.

1.9.3 Do not apply product or accessories over incompatible materials.

1.9.4 Observe safety and environmental measures indicated in manufacturer's MSDS, and mandated by federal, state and local regulations.

1.10 SEQUENCING

1.10.1 Ensure that products of this section are supplied to affected trades in time to prevent interruption of construction progress.

1.11 WARRANTY

1.11.1 Warranty: Provide manufacturer's standard limited five year material warranty.

2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

2.1.1 Acceptable Manufacturer: Carlisle Coatings & Waterproofing, which is located at: 900 Hensley Ln.; Wylie, TX 75098; Toll Free Tel: 888-229-0199; Tel: 972-442-6545 ; Fax: 972-442-0076; Email:request info (); Web:

** 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.

2.2 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

2.2.1 Materials and installation are intended to bridge and seal the following air leakage pathways and gaps:

2.2.1.1 Connections of the walls to the roof air barrier.

2.2.1.2 Connections of the walls to the foundations.

2.2.1.3 Seismic and expansion joints.

2.2.1.4 Openings and penetrations of window frames, door frames, store front, curtain wall.

2.2.1.5 Barrier pre-cast concrete and other envelope systems.

2.2.1.6 Door frames Piping, conduit, duct and similar penetrations.

2.2.1.7 Masonry ties, screws, bolts and similar penetrations.

2.2.1.8 All other air leakage pathways through the walls.

2.2.2 Installed product and accessories constitute a continuous air barrier, as described in ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2010 Section 5.4.3.1

2.2.3 Installed product and accessories shall perform as a liquid water drainage plane flashed to discharge to the exterior any incidental condensation or water penetration.

2.2.4 Installed product and accessories shall exhibit an air leakage rate, infiltration and exfiltration modes, measured after pressure cycling, not to exceed 0.2 L/s*m2 at 75 Pa (0.040 CFM/ft2 at 1.57 PSF) according to ASTM E 2357.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Fire Resistant Assembly only. Delete if not required.

2.2.5 Exterior wall assemblies incorporating the product and accessories shall be tested in accordance with and comply with the acceptance criteria of NFPA 285.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Fire Resistant Assembly only. Delete if not required.

2.2.6 Product shall be of flame-retardant, non-asphalt synthetic polymer composition, achieving Class A surface burn characteristics per 2012 IBC.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Fire Resistant Assembly only. Delete if not required.

2.2.7 Product shall be formulated with UV resistance, having an exterior exposure limit of 180 days or longer.

2.2.8 Product shall be a nominal 0.040 inch (40 mils) thickness membrane, with dry film thickness of installed product measuring a minimum of 0.030 inch (30 mils) with a comb gauge.

2.3 AIR BARRIER ASEEMBLY

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2.3.1 Product: Spray Applied: Barriseal-S + Barricure as manufactured by Carlisle Coatings & Waterproofing, Incorporated.

2.3.2 Product: Roller-Applied: Barriseal-R as manufactured by Carlisle Coatings & Waterproofing, Incorporated.

2.3.3 Product shall meet the following requirements:

2.3.3.1 Air Permeance on Porous Substrate: Not more than 0.02 L/s*m2 at 75 Pa (0.004 CFM/ft2 at 1.57 PSF) (ASTM E-2178, mod sprayed on CMU).

2.3.3.2 Air Permeance - Free Film: Not more than 0.02 L/s*m2 at 75 Pa (0.004 CFM/ft2 at 1.57 PSF) (ASTM E-2178).

2.3.3.3 Low Temperature Flexibility: No cracking at minus 20 degrees F, 180 degree bend over 1 inch (25.4 mm) mandrel (ASTM D 1970).

2.3.3.4 Fastener Sealability: No water leaking through nail penetration after 24 h. (ASTM D 1970).

2.3.3.5 Water Resistance: Product spray-applied to CMU and gypsum sheathing with joint shall resist a 55 cm (22 inch) column of water for 5 hours, no leaking or wet through. (AATCC-127 - mod, static head generated with 5 inches (127 mm) diameter PVC pipe sealed to specimen).

2.3.3.6 Pull Adhesion: Not less than 16 lb per square inch (or report value at substrate failure) on glass-faced gypsum sheathing and concrete masonry unit (CMU) (ASTM D 4541, modified 4 inch wood puck).

2.3.3.7 Water Vapor Permeance: Not more than 1 Perm (ASTM E-96, Method B).

2.4 FIRE RESISTANT AIR BARRIER ASSEMBLY

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2.4.1 Product: Vapor Barrier Type.

2.4.1.1 Application at minimum 40 degrees F (4.5 degrees C): Fire Resist Barritech NP as manufactured by Carlisle Coatings & Waterproofing, Incorporated.

2.4.2 Product: Vapor-Permeable Type

2.4.2.1 Application at minimum 40 degrees F (4.5 degrees C): Fire Resist Barritech VP as manufactured by Carlisle Coatings & Waterproofing, Incorporated.

2.4.2.2 Application at minimum 15 degrees F (-9.4 degrees C): Fire Resist Barritech VP LT as manufactured by Carlisle Coatings & Waterproofing, Incorporated.

2.4.3 Product shall meet the following requirements:

2.4.3.1 Air Permeance - on Porous Substrate: Not more than 0.02 L/s*m2 at 75 Pa (0.004 CFM/ft2 at 1.57 PSF) (ASTM E-2178, mod sprayed on CMU).

2.4.3.2 Air Permeance - Free Film: Not more than 0.02 L/s*m2 at 75 Pa (0.004 CFM/ft2 at 1.57 PSF) (ASTM E-2178).

2.4.3.3 Low Temperature Flexibility: No cracking at minus 20 degrees F, 180 degree bend over 1 inch (25.4 mm) mandrel (ASTM D 1970).

2.4.3.4 Low-Temperature Crack Bridging: No cracking after 10 cycles at minus 15 deg F (ASTM C 1305, mod 40 mil membrane thickness).

2.4.3.5 Long-Term Aging/ Flexibility: No cracking or tearing after aging (ASTM C 1522, mod 40 mil membrane thickness OR CGSB 71-GP-24M).

2.4.3.6 Fastener Sealability: No water leaking through nail penetration after 24 h. (ASTM D 1970).

2.4.3.7 Water Resistance: Product spray-applied to CMU and gypsum sheathing with joint shall resist a 55 cm (22 inches) column of water for 5 hours, no leaking or wet through. (AATCC-127 - mod, static head generated with 5 inches (127 mm) diameter PVC pipe sealed to specimen.

2.4.3.8 Pull Adhesion: Not less than 16 lb per square inch (or report value at substrate failure) on glass-faced gypsum sheathing and concrete masonry unit (CMU). (ASTM D 4541, modified 4 inch wood puck).

2.4.3.9 Water Vapor Permeance - Vapor Barrier Type Only: Not more than 1 Perm (ASTM E-96, Method B).

2.4.3.10 Water Vapor Permeance - Vapor Permeable Type Only: Not less than 10 Perms (ASTM E-96, Method B).

2.4.3.11 Surface Burning Characteristics: Flame Spread Index - Not more than 25, Smoke Generation Index - Not more than 450 (ASTM E 84, sample tested at full coverage, 40 mil dry film, cement board substrate).

2.4.3.12 Measurement of Heat Release Rate by Cone Calorimeter: Average Effective Heat of Combustion: (Not more than 12.3 MJ/kg (5,300 BTU/lb).

2.4.3.13 Total Heat Released per Area: not more than 14.7 MJ/m2 (1,296 BTU/ft2) (ASTM E 1354, membrane applied to glass-faced gypsum sheathing).

2.5 ACCESSORlES

2.5.1 Provide as manufactured by Carlisle Coatings & Waterproofing, Incorporated.

2.5.2 Sheathing Joint Tape: Barritape. 20 mil (0.5 mm) thickness, self-adhering flashing consisting of polymeric film laminated with modified asphalt adhesive. Provided in 4 inches X 100 feet (102 mm by 30.5 m) rolls.

2.5.3 Foil-Faced Tape: AlumaGRIP-701. 30 mil (0.76 mm) thickness, self-adhering flashing consisting of 0.020 inch (0.5 mm) aluminum foil laminated with non-asphalt butyl adhesive. Provided in rolls of various widths.

2.5.4 Detail Flashing: CCW-705. 40 mil (1 mm) thickness, self-adhering flashing consisting of polymeric film laminated with modified asphalt adhesive. Provided in rolls of various widths.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Fire Rated Assembly only. Delete if not required.

2.5.5 Detail Flashing: Foil-faced butyl or foil-faced rubberized asphalt flashing, minimum 0.030" (30 mils) thickness. Approved with air barrier membrane in NFPA 285 wall assemblies.

2.5.5.1 Carlisle Coatings & Waterproofing, Incorporated: Fire-Resist 705 FR-A or AlumaGRIP-701.

2.5.5.2 Others as approved by air barrier membrane manufacturer.

2.5.6 Contact Adhesive, acceptable products:

2.5.6.1 CCW-702 Solvent-Based.

2.5.6.2 CCW-702 LV VOC Compliant, Solvent-Based.

2.5.6.3 CCW-702 WB Water-Based.

2.5.6.4 CAV-GRIP Aerosol Spray.

2.5.7 Detail Mastic: LM 800 XL.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Fire Rated Assembly only. Delete if not required.

2.5.8 Detail Mastic: SURE-SEAL Lap Sealant.

2.5.9 Transition Membrane: CCW SURE-SEAL Pressure-Sensitive Elastoform. 90 mil (2.3 mm) composite membrane consisting of 60 mils (1.5 mm) un-cured EPDM laminated with 30 mils (0.76 mm) of synthetic rubber pressure-sensitive adhesive.

2.5.10 Transition Membrane Primer acceptable products:

2.5.10.1 SURE-SEAL HP-250 Primer.

2.5.10.2 SURE-SEAL EP-95 Splicing Cement.

2.5.10.3 SURE-SEAL Low VOC EPDM Primer.

2.5.11 Reinforcing Fabric: DCH Reinforcing Fabric. Woven polyester fabric offered in rolls of various widths.

2.5.12 Glass Mat: LiquiFiber-W. Randomly-oriented glass strands held in water-soluble binder. Offered in rolls of various widths.

2.5.13 Fill Compound acceptable products:

2.5.13.1 CCW-703 V Modified polyurethane, 2-part.

2.5.13.2 CCW-201 Polyurethane, 2-part.

2.6 RELATED MATERIALS

2.6.1 Paintable Sealant acceptable products:

2.6.1.1 Sikaflex-1A 1-part polyurethane sealant

2.6.1.2 Sonneborn NP-1 1-part polyurethane sealant

2.6.1.3 ChemLink Novalink 1-part polyether sealant

2.6.1.4 Pecora AC-20 outdoor grade, acrylic latex sealant

2.6.1.5 DAP ALEX PLUS outdoor grade, acrylic latex sealant

2.6.1.6 Other product approved by air barrier membrane manufacturer

2.6.2 Silicone Sealant acceptable products:

2.6.2.1 Dow 790, 791, 795.

2.6.2.2 Pecora 890, 891, 895.

2.6.2.3 GE Silpruf, Silpruf LM.

2.6.2.4 Other product approved by air barrier manufacturer.