Handrails

�� SECTION 10261

�� HANDRAILS

�� Borden Lane P.O. Box 200

�� Wassaic, NY� 12592

�� Fax:� 914-373-8712

PART 1� GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

�� A.� Handrails.

�� B.� Mounting hardware, accessories, and trim.

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

�� A.� Section 05520 - Handrails and Railings:� Metal stair railings for fire stairs.

�� B.� Section 06114 - Wood Blocking and Curbing:� Blocking and handrail support.

�� C.� Section 06200 - Finish Carpentry:� Wood handrails for monumental stairs.

�� D.� Section 09210 - Gypsum Plaster:� Stud spacing and bracing.

�� E.� Section 09260 - Gypsum Board Systems:� Stud spacing and bracing.

1.3 REFERENCES

�� A.� ANSI/CABO A117.1 - American National Standard for Buildings and Facilities;� Providing Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities;� Council of American Building Officials.

�� B.� ASTM B 221 - Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Shapes, and Tubes.

�� C.� ASTM D 256 - Standard Test Method for Determining the Pendulum Impact Resistance of Notched Specimens of Plastic.

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

1.4 SUBMITTALS

�� A.� Submit under provisions of Section 01300.

�� B.� Product Data:� Manufacturer's complete and current product data for each product required, including complete installation requirements.

�� C.� Shop Drawings:� Show locations of each item and installation details.� Provide elevations of non-standard conditions.

�� D.� Selection Samples:� Color charts consisting of actual product pieces, demonstrating full range of available colors, for initial color selection.

�� E.� Verification Samples: 12 inch long assemblies, including one end cap, in color specified.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

�� A.� Surface Burning Hazard:� Provide products tested per ASTM E 84 for the following ratings:

�� 1.� Flame spread:� 15 maximum.

�� 2.� Smoke developed:� 450 maximum.

�� B.� Impact Strength:� Provide products tested per ASTM D 256 to provide impact resistance of 25.4 ft pounds per inch minimum.

�� C.� Accessibility and Safety:� Provide products tested and certified to conform to ANSI/CABO A117.1 requirements.

PART 2� PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

�� A.� Provide Pro-Tek Handrails as manufactured by Pawling Corporation, Standard Products Division; Borden Lane P.O. Box 200; Wassaic, New York� 12592.� Telephone:� 800-431-3456 or 914-373-9300.� Fax:� 914-373-8712 or 800-451-2200.

�� 1.� Substitutions will not be considered.

2.2 MATERIALS

�� A.� Vinyl:� Provide handrail covers made of fire retardant, high impact polyvinyl chloride (PVC) extrusions, with acrylic modifiers for increased impact resistance, and an embossed finish.� Include tributyl tin stabilizer and antimicrobial agent.

�� B.� Aluminum:� ASTM B 221, alloy 6063-T5, for handrail retainers.

�� C.� Wood:� Kiln dried solid maple or oak for handrails.

2.3 HANDRAILS

�� A.� BR-500:� Provide 5-1/2 inch aluminum and vinyl handrail and guardrail system with 1-1/2 inch gripping area, contoured back, locking vinyl cover, and 3 inch projection from wall.

�� 1.� Color:� As selected from manufacturer's standards.

�� 2.� Color:� ________________.

�� B.� BR-501:� Provide 5-1/2 inch aluminum and vinyl handrail and guardrail system with contrasting color insert, contoured back, locking vinyl cover, 1-1/2 inch gripping area, and 3 inch projection from wall.�

�� 1.� Color:� As selected from manufacturer's standards.

�� 2.� Color:� ________________.

�� 3.� Accent stripe color:� As scheduled on drawings for different areas.

�� 4.� Accent stripe color:� As selected from manufacturer's standards.

�� 5.� Accent stripe color:� _______________.

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�� C.� BR-1100:� Provide 5-1/2 inch aluminum and vinyl handrail and guardrail system with 1-1/2 inch gripping area and 3 inch projection from wall.

�� 1.� Color:� As selected from manufacturer's standards.

�� 2.� Color:� ________________.

�� D.� BR-1101:� Provide 5-1/2 inch aluminum and vinyl handrail and guardrail system with contrasting color stripe, 1-1/2 inch gripping area, and 3 inch projection from wall.�

�� 1.� Color:� As selected from manufacturer's standards.

�� 2.� Color:� ________________.

�� 3.� Accent stripe color:� As scheduled on drawings for different areas.

�� 4.� Accent stripe color:� As selected from manufacturer's standards.

�� 5.� Accent stripe color:� _______________.

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�� E.� BR-300:� Provide 7 inch aluminum and vinyl handrail and guardrail system with ergonomic 1-9/16 inch gripping surface, thumb groove, and 3-1/8 projection from wall.

�� 1.� Color:� As selected from manufacturer's standards.

�� 2.� Color:� ________________.

�� F.� BR-800:� Provide 5-1/4 inch angled aluminum and vinyl handrail and guardrail system with 1-1/2 inch diameter gripping area and 3-3/4 inch projection from wall.

�� 1.� Color:� As selected from manufacturer's standards.

�� 2.� Color:� ________________.

�� G.� BR-1200:� Provide 1-1/2 inch diameter aluminum handrail system with vinyl cover, modified polymer brackets, and 3 inch overall projection from wall.

�� 1.� Color:� As selected from manufacturer's standards.

�� 2.� Color:� ________________.

�� H.� BR-2400:� Provide two 1-1/2 inch diameter BR-1200 aluminum and vinyl handrails on special brackets, with 3 inch overall projection from wall.

�� 1.� Color:� As selected from manufacturer's standards.

�� 2.� Color:� ________________.

�� I.� BR-200:� Provide 1-5/8 inch diameter aluminum handrail system with vinyl cover, polymer brackets, and 4 inch overall projection from wall.

�� 1.� Color:� As selected from manufacturer's standards.

�� 2.� Color:� ________________.

�� J.� BR-900 Uni-Rail:� Provide 9 inch combination wall protection and handrail system, combining 1-1/2 inch diameter vinyl-covered aluminum handrail with aluminum and vinyl wall guard system, projecting 3-5/8 inch from finished wall surface.

�� 1.� Color:� As selected from manufacturer's standards.

�� 2.� Color:� ________________.

�� K.� BR-1500:� Provide 1-1/2 inch diameter wood handrail, with aniline stain and two coats of conversion varnish.

�� 1.� Color:� As selected from manufacturer's standards.

�� 2.� Color:� ________________.

�� L.� BR-5500:� Provide 5-1/2 inch deep wood handrail and crash rail combination, with aniline stain and two coats of conversion varnish.

�� 1.� Color:� As selected from manufacturer's standards.

�� 2.� Color:� ________________.

2.4 ACCESSORIES

�� A.� Provide appropriate returns, corners, and mounting brackets as required to properly finish handrail system and to support it in conformance with Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards.

PART 3� EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

�� A.� Verify that wall surfaces are properly prepared to receive installation of handrails.� Verify that required blocking and bracing is in place for stud walls before beginning installation.

3.2 INSTALLATION

�� A.� Install handrail systems in full compliance with manufacturer's installation instructions.

�� B.� Aluminum and Vinyl Handrails:� Attach appropriate mounting brackets at 32 inches on center, at splices, and as near each return, outside corner, and inside corner as possible.

�� 1.� Mount system so top of handrail is at 32 inches, unless otherwise indicated on drawings.

�� C.� Wood Handrails:� Attach appropriate mounting brackets at 32 inches on center, and within 30 inches of each return and outside corner.� Cut and assemble wood accessories using a minimum 120 tooth finishing saw blade and hardware as furnished by manufacturer.

�� 1.� Mount system so top of handrail is at 32 inches, unless otherwise indicated on drawings.

�� 2.� Touch up any nicks with finishing pens supplied with handrail system.

3.3 ADJUSTING AND CLEANING

�� A.� Verify that handrail is level and is rigidly secured to substrate;� make any adjustments required.

�� B.� Clean areas of installation and handrail components, using materials and methods recommended by manufacturer.� Remove from project site packaging and debris caused by installation.

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