Glass Fiber Reinforced Plastic Fabrications

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GLASS FIBER REINFORCED PLASTIC FABRICATIONS

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** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Stromberg Architectural; Glass Fiber Reinforced Plastic Fabrications.
This section is based on the products of Stromberg Architectural, which is located at:
4400 Oneal St.
Greenville, TX 75402
Tel: 903-454-0904
Fax: 903-454-3642
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Stromberg Architectural Products Inc is the world's leading producer of Glass Fiber Reinforced Plastic Fabrications.

1 GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

1.1.1 Glass fiber reinforced plastic fabrications.

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 49 00 - Glass-Fiber-Reinforced Concrete.

1.2.2 Section 04 72 00 - Cast Stone Masonry.

1.2.3 Section 05 50 00 - Metal Fabrications.

1.2.4 Section 06 10 00 - Rough Carpentry.

1.2.5 Section - .

1.2.6 Section 09 90 00 - Painting and Coating.

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 International (ASTM):

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

1.3.1.2 ASTM D 648 - Standard Test Method for Deflection Temperature of Plastics Under Flexural Load in the Edgewise Position.

1.3.1.3 ASTM D 790 - Standard Test Methods for Flexural Properties of Unreinforced and Reinforced Plastics and Electrical Insulating Materials

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

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

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 dimensions, finishes, storage and handling requirements and recommendations, and installation recommendations.

1.4.3 Shop Drawings: For custom items, provide drawings showing dimensions, layout, joints, details, and interface with adjacent work; include field measured dimensions of the spaces where items are to be installed, if critical to proper installation.

1.4.4 Samples: For each custom finish specified, two samples, minimum size 6 inches (150 mm) square, representing actual product, color, and patterns.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.5.1 Manufacturer Qualifications: The manufacturer shall have at minimum a 3 year demonstrated capability to produce GFRP fabrications of the quality and scope required.

1.5.2 Installer Qualifications: Regularly engaged and experienced in the installation of similar fabrications.

** 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.

1.5.3 Mock-Up: Provide a mock-up for evaluation of surface preparation techniques and application workmanship.

1.5.3.1 Finish areas designated by Architect.

1.5.3.2 Do not proceed with remaining work until workmanship is approved by Architect.

1.5.3.3 Refinish mock-up area as required to produce acceptable work.

1.6 PRE-INSTALLATION MEETINGS

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

1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

1.7.1 Transport, lift, and handle units with care, avoiding excessive stress and preventing damage; use appropriate equipment.

1.7.2 Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation, in a clean dry area off the ground and protected from weather, moisture and damage; store units upright and not stacked unless permitted by manufacturer.

1.8 PROJECT CONDITIONS

1.8.1 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 recommended limits.

1.9 SEQUENCING

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

2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

2.1.1 Acceptable Manufacturer: Stromberg Architectural Products Inc; PO Box 8036, I-30 West, 4400 Oneal, Greenville, TX 75404. ASD. Tel: (903) 454-0904. Fax: (903) 454-3642. Email: . 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 MATERIALS

2.2.1 Glass Fiber Reinforced Plastic Fabrications: Molded surface coat over polyester resin laminate reinforced with glass fiber and structural reinforcing as required.

2.2.1.1 Surface Coat: Ultraviolet inhibited NPG-ISO polyester gel coat, 20 mils (0.5 mm) thick, nominal.

2.2.1.2 Surface Coat: Polyurethane.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Insert color required.

2.2.1.3 Color: ______.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Insert texture required.

2.2.1.4 Texture on Exposed Side: ______.

2.2.1.5 Resin: Isophthalic polyester resin; with flame spread index less than 25, smoke developed index less than 450, when tested in accordance with ASTM E 84; heat distortion greater than 180 degrees F (82 degrees C), when tested in accordance with ASTM D 648.

2.2.1.6 Glass Fiber: "E" type random chopped fibers.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER **Delete glass content not required.

2.2.1.7 Glass Content: 25 to 30 percent by weight.

2.2.1.8 Glass Content: 15 percent by weight, maximum.

2.2.1.9 Shell Thickness: 3/16 inch (5 mm), minimum.

2.2.1.10 Surface Burning Characteristics: Flame spread index of less than 25, smoke developed index of less than 450,when tested in accordance with ASTM E 84.

2.2.1.11 Flexural Strength: 20000 psi (138 MPa), when tested in accordance with ASTM D 790.

2.2.1.12 Modulus of Elasticity: 0.9 x 10^6 psi (6200 MPa), when tested in accordance with ASTM D 790.

2.2.1.13 Tensile Strength: 12000 psi (83 MPa), when tested in accordance with ASTM D 638.

2.2.1.14 Compressive Strength: 17000 psi (117 MPa), when tested in accordance with ASTM D 695.

2.2.1.15 Bearing Strength: 9000 psi (62 MPa), when tested in accordance with ASTM D 638.

2.2.1.16 Thermal Expansion Coefficient: 10 x 10^-6 per degree F (5.56 x 10^-6 per degree C).

2.2.1.17 Specific Gravity: 1.5.

2.2.1.18 Variation in Thickness From Nominal: Minus 1/16 inch (1.5 mm), plus 1/4 inch (6 mm).

2.2.1.19 Variation in Thickness of Gel Coat: Plus and minus 2.5 mils (0.06 mm), maximum.

2.2.1.20 Variation from Dimensions Indicated on Drawings: Plus and minus 1/8 inch (3 mm), maximum.

2.2.1.21 Variation from Square: Plus and minus 1/8 inch (3 mm), maximum.

2.2.1.22 Variation of Hardware from Intended Location: Plus and minus 1/4 inch (6 mm), maximum.

2.2.1.23 Provide concealed reinforced anchorage points for anchors of type recommended by manufacturer.

2.2.1.24 Mark each unit with permanent serial number coordinated with shop drawing designators.

2.2.1.25 Cure and clean prior to shipment; remove material that may be toxic to plant or animal life or incompatible with adjacent building materials.

3 EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

3.1.1 Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly constructed; verify that substrates are plumb and true.

3.1.2 If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.

3.1.3 Check field dimensions before beginning installation. If dimensions vary too much from design dimensions for proper installation, notify Architect and wait for instructions before beginning installation.

3.2 PREPARATION

3.2.1 Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation.

3.2.2 Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the best result for the substrate under the project conditions.

3.2.3 Install supplementary temporary and permanent supports as required for proper installation.

3.3 INSTALLATION

3.3.1 Install in accordance with applicable code and manufacturer's recommendations, plumb and true to line; shim where necessary.

3.3.2 Install with variation from position shown on drawings not more than 1/4 inch in 10 feet (6.25 mm in 3 m); align horizontal and vertical joints.

3.3.3 Fasten using methods that allow for thermal expansion and contraction.

3.3.4 Provide control joints at not more than 35 feet (10.5 m) on center if not indicated on drawings.

3.3.5 Provide expansion joints where moving joints in substrate occur.

3.4 PROTECTION

3.4.1 Protect installed products until completion of project.

3.4.2 Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.

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