������������������������ SECTION 13121

 

������������� PRE‑ENGINEERED FIBERGLASS BUILDINGS

This section is based on products manufactured by Warminster Fiberglass Co., at the following address:

���� P.O. Box 188

���� Southampton, PA� 18966

���� Telephone 215-953-1260

���� Fax 215-357-7893

with manufacturing facilities in Southampton, PA and Jacksonville, TX.

 

Insulated, fiberglass-reinforced, multipurpose all-weather buildings, shelters, and enclosures are tough, shock resistant, non-conductive, light weight, corrosion resistant, maintenance free, and easy to install.� They are available in a variety of standard sizes and designs, as well as custom-fabricated configurations.

 

PART 1� GENERAL

 

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

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��� A.� Pre-engineered buildings.

 

��� B.� Pre-engineered shelters.

 

��� C.� Pre-engineered enclosures.

 

��� D.� Electrical wiring and devices for pre-engineered structures.

 

��� E.� Heating equipment for pre-engineered structures.

 

��� F.� Ventilation equipment for pre-engineered structures.

 

��� G.� Air conditioning equipment for pre-engineered structures.

 

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

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��� A.� Concrete building pad:� Section 03300.

 

��� B.� Electrical connections:� Division 16.

 

1.3 REFERENCES

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��� A.� ASTM C 518 ‑ Standard Test Method for Steady‑State Heat Flux Measurements and Thermal Transmission Properties by Means of the Heat Flow Meter Apparatus.

 

��� B.� ASTM D 256 ‑ Test Methods for Impact Resistance of Plastics and Electrical Insulation Materials.

 

��� C.� ASTM D 638 ‑ Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics.

 

��� D.� ASTM D 732 - Standard Test Method for Shear Strength of Plastics by Punch Tool.

 

��� E.� ASTM D 792 ‑ Standard Test Methods for Density and Specific Gravity (Relative Density) of Plastics by Displacement.

 

��� F.� ASTM D 790 ‑ Standard Test Methods for Flexural Properties of Unreinforced and Reinforced Plastics and Electrical Insulating Materials.

 

��� G.� ASTM D 1622 ‑ Test Method for Apparent Density of Rigid Cellular Plastics.

 

��� H.� ASTM D 2583 ‑ Test Method for Indentation Hardness of Rigid Plastics by Means of a Barcol Impressor.

 

��� I.� 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:

������� 1.� Provide manufacturer's standard details and catalog data demonstrating compliance with referenced standards.

������� 2.� Provide installation instructions.

 

��� C.� Shop Drawings:� Submit drawings showing layout, dimensions, anchorages, and accessories.

 

1.5 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

 

��� A.� Design factory‑fabricated, pre‑engineered structures to withstand 125 mile per hour wind load and 30 PSF snow load.

 

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

 

��� A.� Store products on flat surface and protect from construction traffic, and damage.

 

 

PART 2� PRODUCTS

 

2.1 MANUFACTURER

 

��� A.� Provide pre‑engineered buildings manufactured by Warminster Fiberglass Company, P.O. Box 188, Southampton, PA 18966.� Telephone, 215-953‑1260.� Fax, 215-357‑7893.

 

��� B.� Products from other manufacturers will be considered for substitution prior to receipt of bids.� Requests for substitution after bids have been received will not be considered.� Requests for substitution must include the following information in order to be considered:

������� 1.� Formal written request certifying that products to be substituted will match specified products in terms of structural properties, dimensions, physical appearance, quality level, and quantities, and that they will perform the same function in the same manner and will achieve the same end result.

������� 2.� Manufacturer's and supplier's material data sheets, specifications, and performance data.

������� 3.� A list of three or more projects in satisfactory service for not less than three years that use products identical to those being proposed for substitution.� For each project, include name, address, and telephone number of the engineer, the contractor, and the plant manager.

 

2.2 MATERIALS

 

��� A.� Molded composite:� Exterior and interior resin-fiberglass laminate with foam core.

������� 1.� Laminate:� Polyester resin and chopped strand fiberglass;� minimum glass content of 25%.

The laminate is resistant to many acids, alkalis, and solvents in both liquid and vapor form.� Consult with the manufacturer for special formulations.

 

Indicate if specially formulated chemical resistance is required, below.

����������� a.� Gel coat resistant to _______________.

����������� b.� Exterior surface:� White gel coat with low luster finish, smooth and free from fiber pattern, roughness, or other irregularities.

����������� c.� Exterior laminate:� 1/8" thick, minimum;�� chemically bonded to gel coat.

����������� d.� Interior laminate:� White color;� encapsulate core in place.

����������� e.� Laminate properties:

�������������� 1)� Tensile strength (ASTM D 638):� 11 000 PSI.

�������������� 2)� Flexural strength (ASTM D 790):� 18,000 PSI.

�������������� 3)� Shear strength (ASTM D 732):� 12,000 PSI.

�������������� 4)� Barcol hardness (ASTM D 2583):� 40.

�������������� 5)� Impact (ASTM D 256):� 12 ft lbs/inch.

�������������� 6)� Density/specific gravity (ASTM D 792):� 93.6 PCF/1.5.

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�������������� 7)� Surface burning characteristics (ASTM E 84):� Flame spread, less than 150;� smoke density, less than 1000.

�������������� 8)� Surface burning characteristics (ASTM E 84):� Class A ‑ flame spread 20‑25.

�������������� 9)� Surface burning characteristics (ASTM E 84):� Class B ‑ flame spread 70‑75.

������� 2.� Core:

����������� a.� Rigid closed cell, self extinguishing, polyisocyanurate foam with a density of 2.0 pounds per cubic foot.

Delete 1 of the 2 following paragraphs.� 1-inch, R-7 insulation is standard.

����������� b.� 1" thick with a minimum insulating value of R‑7.

����������� c.� 2" thick with a minimum insulating value of R‑14.

����������� d.� Core properties:

�������������� 1)� Thermal conductivity (ASTM C 518):� 0.13 BTU inch / Hr. SF F.

�������������� 2)� Density/specific gravity (ASTM D 1622):� 2.0 PCF/.03.

�������������� 3)� Surface burning characteristics (ASTM E 84):� Flame spread, 35;� smoke density, 240.

������� 3.� Coupons prepared in accordance with ASTM D 618 test method.

 

��� B.� The manufacturer shall maintain a continuous quality control program and upon request shall furnish to the engineer certified test results of the physical properties.

 

2.3 COMPONENTS

 

��� A.� Door:� One-piece, resin transfer molded (RTM) in matched metal molds to produce an industrial quality door which exhibits a smooth finished, seamless, monolithic, warp-free composite consisting of gel-coat, fiberglass reinforcement, polyester resin, insulating core, and internal reinforcements with all mortises, openings, recesses, and pockets molded in place.

������� 1.� Mount door with continuous stainless steel hinge.

������� 2.� Door gasket:� Neoprene sponge rubber bulb type gasket with flexible lock to retain permanent grip.

Delete 2 of the 3 following paragraphs.� The single-point hardware is standard.

������� 3.� Provide single‑point keyed stainless steel cylindrical latch and cadmium plated door stop with chain.

������� 4.� Provide two‑point latch with stainless steel padlock hasp, and cadmium plated door stop with chain.

������� 5.� Provide doors with aluminum panic hardware.

 

��� B.� Base Mounting Flange Gasket:� 1/4" thick by 4" wide closed cell neoprene sponge rubber to provide a weather tight seal around the building perimeter.

Delete 1 of the 2 following paragraphs.� The aluminum louvers are standard.

��� C.� Louvers:� Provide two, 6‑inch diameter aluminum wall louvers with manually adjustable damper and insect screen.

 

��� D.� Louvers:� Provide two, 6‑inch diameter fiberglass wall louvers with manually adjustable damper and insect screen.

Delete 1 of the 2 following paragraphs.� The cadmium plated bolts are standard.

��� E.� Lifting Eye Bolts:� Provide removable 3/4" cadmium plated eye bolts in roof.

 

��� F.� Lifting Eye Bolts:� Provide removable 3/4" stainless steel eye bolts in roof.

Structures may be set directly on concrete pads, or may be provided with structural fiberglass floors, depending on Project requirements.�

 

Retain the following paragraph if fiberglass floors are required.

��� G.� Floor:

������� 1.� Load rating:� 100 PSF.

������� 2.� One piece molded fiberglass floor with skid‑resistant surface.

������� 3.� 2-1/2" thick with a 2" thick polyisocyanurate foam core.

������� 4.� Insulation value:� R‑14.

������� 5.� Bolts for attaching walls to fiberglass floor:� Stainless steel.

����������� a.� 1/2‑inch diameter for buildings.

����������� b.� 3/8‑inch diameter for shelters and enclosures.

Containment floor construction is available for structures that must contain liquid spills.� Delete the paragraph below if containment is not required.

������� 6.� Provide containment floor construction with capacity of _____ gallons.

Delete the following article if shelters or enclosures, only, are required.

2.4 PRE‑ENGINEERED FIBERGLASS COMPOSITE BUILDINGS

 

��� A.� Assembly:

������� 1.� Construct buildings using prefabricated molded composite wall and roof panels.

Buildings shipped factory assembled are limited to sizes that can be transported practicably.� Consult with manufacturer for size limitations.

 

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������� 2.� Provide factory assembled buildings.

������� 3.� Provide unassembled buildings.

Models are available in various depths and optional configurations.� See the manufacturer's literature for additional information.� Custom designs are also available.�

 

Indicate on the drawings overall width, depth, height, and optional arrangements.

 

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��� B.� Model:

������� 1.� WFS 1010.

������� 2.� WFS 1012.

������� 3.� WFS 1014.

������� 4.� WFS 1016.

������� 5.� WFS 1018.

������� 6.� WFS 1020.

������� 7.� ________.

 

��� C.� Encapsulated aluminum extrusion 3" wide x 1-1/2" high x 0.125" thick with a 1" wide side flange shall be encapsulated into each corner of end panels (full height) and around the entire roof perimeter to maintain flatness, straightness, and structural integrity.� Integral internal flanges on mating panels shall be provided for bolting the sides, ends, and roof to the encapsulated aluminum extrusions.

������� 1.� Aluminum extrusions:� Incorporate threaded inserts on 12" centers for internal bolting to mating panel flange during assembly.

������� 2.� Assembly bolts shall not penetrate the exterior wall of the structure.

������� 3.� Assemble panels with 3/8" diameter stainless steel bolts on 12" centers and a 1/4" thick x 3" wide urethane foam gasket for a weather tight seal at all joints.

������� 4.� Structurally reinforce wall and roof panels with steel and aluminum extrusions to meet loading conditions.

����������� a.� Galvanized steel mounting channel reinforcement:� 0.078" thick by 13/16" high by 1‑5/8" wide.� Mechanically attach to the interior surface with aluminum pop rivets on 12" centers.

������� 5.� Steel reinforcement:� 1/4" thick by 1‑1/2" wide structural angle.

������� 6.� Aluminum reinforcement:� Extruded channel sections 3" wide x 1‑1/2" high x 0.125" thick with a 1" wide side flange as required.

������� 7.� Encapsulate aluminum and steel reinforcements to form a continuous, one‑piece molded composite wall or roof panel.

������� 8.� Provide wall panels with an integral 4" wide internal mounting flange pre‑drilled on 12" centers with 5/8" diameter holes for attaching to floor.

������� 9.� Floors:

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����������� a.� Provide structural fiberglass floor.

����������� b.� Concrete pad specified in Division 3.

Delete the following article if buildings, only, are required.

2.5 PRE‑ENGINEERED ONE‑PIECE FIBERGLASS COMPOSITE SHELTERS AND ENCLOSURES

 

��� A.� Fabricate shelters and enclosures of one piece molded construction with composite walls and roof.

 

��� B.� Form a continuous, one‑piece molded composite structure with an integral 4" wide internal mounting flange around the perimeter.

 

��� C.� Pre‑drill flange on 12" centers with 7/16" diameter holes for bolting to floor.

 

��� D.� Floors:

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������� 1.� Provide structural fiberglass floor.

������� 2.� Concrete pad specified in Division 3.

Models are available in various depths and optional configurations.� See the manufacturer's literature for additional information.� Custom designs are also available.�

 

Indicate on the drawings overall width, depth, height, and optional arrangements.

 

Edit the following paragraph to indicate the models required.

��� E.� Model:

������� 1.� WFS 3030 enclosure.

������� 2.� WFS 3636 enclosure.

������� 3.� WFS 4836 enclosure.

������� 4.� WFS 4848 enclosure.

������� 5.� WFS 6048 enclosure.

������� 6.� WFS 6060 enclosure.

������� 7.� WFS 3627 enclosure.

������� 8.� WFS 5428 enclosure.

������� 9.� WFS 1004 shelter.

������� 10. WFS 1006 shelter.

������� 11. WFS 1008 shelter

In the following article, delete any optional features that are not required by project conditions.�

2.6 ACCESSORIES

 

��� A.� Anchor bolts for attaching structure to concrete pad:

������� 1.� Buildings:� 1/2" diameter stainless steel expansion anchors.

������� 2.� Shelters and enclosures:� 3/8" diameter stainless steel expansion anchors.

 

��� B.� Exhaust fan with gravity shutter, fiberglass canopy, and insect screen.

������� 1.� 7" diameter;� 120 CFM.

������� 2.� 10" diameter;� 580 CFM.

������� 3.� 12" diameter;� 775 CFM.

������� 4.� _____ inch diameter;� _____ CFM.

If and exhaust fan is required, edit the previous paragraphs to indicate required exhaust fan size, and retain the following paragraph.

��� C.� Fiberglass intake louver:� 12" square, with gravity shutter and insect screen.

 

��� D.� Lamp:� Incandescent, vapor‑tight.

 

��� E.� Lamp:� Fluorescent, 48" 2‑bulb fixture with acrylic lens.

 

��� F.� Duplex switch box.

 

��� G.� Door actuated switch.

 

��� H.� Manual/automatic selector switch.

 

��� I.� Heater:� 1500 watt with thermostat and tip‑over switch.

������� 1.� Heater mounting including mounting channel, outlet, and brackets.

 

��� J.� Heater:� _____ watt _____volt with thermostat.

 

��� K.� Duplex outlet.

 

��� L.� Air conditioner:� _____ BTU.

 

��� M.� Heat pump:� _____ BTU heating, _____ cooling.

 

��� N.� Duplex fuse box:� 30 amp.

 

��� O.� Circuit breaker panel:� 125 amp, MLO ‑ including 4 ‑ 1 pole breakers (total spaces ‑ 8).

 

��� P.� Electrical wiring in flexible, liquid tight, PVC jacketed galvanized steel Anaconda conduit Type EF.� Provide for:

������� 1.� Fan and switch.

������� 2.� Lamp and switch.

������� 3.� Duplex outlet.

������� 4.� Other appliances indicated.

If explosion-proof equipment is required, consult with the manufacturer for additional requirements.

��� Q.� Provide explosion proof equipment.

������� 1.� Class:� _____.

������� 2.� Group:� _____.

������� 3.� Division:� _____.

Indicate on the drawings any of the following additional features that are required:

 

Additional wall height.� (See manufacturer's data for standard heights.)

Partition walls.

Double door assembly (in place of single door).

Double door assembly (in addition to single door).

Second single door assembly.

Door window - 12 x 12 inch safety glass.

Fixed or sliding wall windows.

Hatches, bulkheads, and cutouts.

Mounting channel - galvanized 1-5/8 x 1-5/8 inches.

Other special equipment.

 

2.7 FINISHES

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��� A.� Color:� Standard white.

 

��� B.� Color:� ____.

 

 

PART 3� EXECUTION

 

3.1 EXAMINATION

 

��� A.� Verify that concrete is level and true to plane and of correct dimensions to receive structure.� Correct any deficiencies before proceeding.

 

3.2 INSTALLATION

 

��� A.� Layout anchor bolt pattern according to template.� Drill holes of depth and diameter required by anchor bolt manufacturer.

 

��� B.� Install structures in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

 

��� C.� Erect structures true to line and plumb, free of twist or warp.

 

��� D.� Install and test accessories in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

 

3.3 ADJUST AND CLEAN

 

��� A.� Adjust components for proper operation.

 

��� B.� Leave Project site clean and free of debris.

 

 

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