USACE / NAVFAC / AFCESA / NASA UFGS-10 26 13 (April 2006)
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Preparing Activity: USACE Replacing without change
UFGS-10260 (October 2003)
UNIFIED FACILITIES GUIDE SPECIFICATIONS
References are in agreement with UMRL dated January 2009
SECTION 10 26 13
WALL AND CORNER GUARDS
04/06
NOTE: This guide specification covers the requirements for corner guards, wall
guards (bumper guards), door protectors, and wall panels.
Edit this guide specification for project specific requirements by adding, deleting,
or revising text. For bracketed items, choose applicable items(s) or insert
appropriate information.
Remove information and requirements not required in respective project, whether
or not brackets are present.
Comments and suggestions on this guide specification are welcome and should
be directed to the technical proponent of the specification. A listing of technical
proponents, including their organization designation and telephone number, is
on the Internet.
Recommended changes to a UFGS should be submitted as a Criteria Change Request
(CCR).
PART 1 GENERAL
NOTE: Army facilities not excluded by TI 800-01 Design Criteria will be accessible
in accordance with 36 CFR, Part 1191, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and Facilities.
Drawings should show basic profiles and details but should not be so explicit
as to become proprietary in nature. The following information shall be shown
on the project drawings:
1. Locations of wall and corner guards.
2. Locations of handrails, wall panels, and door protectors.
3. Mounting and anchorage details, and dimensions.
1.1 REFERENCES
NOTE: This paragraph is used to list the publications cited in the text of
the guide specification. The publications are referred to in the text by basic
designation only and listed in this paragraph by organization, designation,
date, and title.
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The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are
referred to within the text by the basic designation only.
[ALUMINUM ASSOCIATION (AA)AA DAF-45(2003) Designation System for Aluminum Finishes][ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)ASTM A 167(1999; R 2004) Standard Specification for Stainless and Heat-Resisting Chromium-Nickel Steel Plate, Sheet, and StripASTM B 221(2008) Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles, and TubesASTM D 256(2006e1) Determining the Izod Pendulum Impact Resistance of PlasticsASTM D 543(2006) Standard Practices for Evaluating the Resistance of Plastics to Chemical ReagentsASTM D 635(2006) Standard Test Method for Rate of Burning and/or Extent and Time of Burning of Self-Supporting Plastics in a Horizontal PositionASTM E 84(2008a) Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building MaterialsASTM G 21(1996; R 2002) Determining Resistance of Synthetic Polymeric Materials to Fungi][NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF ARCHITECTURAL METAL MANUFACTURERS (NAAMM)NAAMM AMP 500(2006) Metal Finishes Manual][NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)NFPA 80(2006; Errata 2008) Standard for Fire Doors and Other Opening Protectives][SOCIETY OF AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERS INTERNATIONAL (SAE)SAE J1545(2005) Instrumental Color Difference Measurement for Exterior Finishes, Textiles and Colored Trim]1.2 SUBMITTALS
NOTE: Review submittal description (SD) definitions in Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL
PROCEDURES and edit the following list to reflect only the submittals required
for the project. Submittals should be kept to the minimum required for adequate
quality control.
A “G” following a submittal item indicates that the submittal requires Government
approval. Some submittals are already marked with a “G”. Only delete an existing
“G” if the submittal item is not complex and can be reviewed through the Contractor’s
Quality Control system. Only add a “G” if the submittal is sufficiently important
or complex in context of the project.
For submittals requiring Government approval on Army projects, a code of up
to three characters within the submittal tags may be used following the "G"
designation to indicate the approving authority. Codes for Army projects using
the Resident Management System (RMS) are: "AE" for Architect-Engineer; "DO"
for District Office (Engineering Division or other organization in the District
Office); "AO" for Area Office; "RO" for Resident Office; and "PO" for Project
Office. Codes following the "G" typically are not used for Navy, Air Force,
and NASA projects.
Choose the first bracketed item for Navy, Air Force and NASA projects, or choose
the second bracketed item for Army projects.
Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation; submittals not having a "G" designation
are for [Contractor Quality Control approval.][information only. When used, a designation following the "G"
designation identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government.] The following shall be
submitted in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:
SD-02 Shop Drawings
Corner Guards[; G][; G, [_____]]
Wall Guards (Bumper Guards)[; G][; G, [_____]]
Door Protectors[; G][; G, [_____]]
Wall Covering/Panels[; G][; G, [_____]]
Drawings indicating locations and typical elevations of each type of item. Drawings shall
show vertical and horizontal dimensions, full size sections, thickness of materials, and fastening
details.
SD-03 Product Data
Corner Guards[; G][; G, [_____]]
Wall Guards (Bumper Guards)[; G][; G, [_____]]
Door Protectors[; G][; G, [_____]]
Wall Covering/Panels[; G][; G, [_____]]
Manufacturer's descriptive data, catalog cuts, installation instructions, and recommended
cleaning instructions.
SD-04 Samples
Finish[; G][; G, [_____]]
Submit [three][_____] samples indicating color and texture of materials requiring color and
finish.
SD-06 Test Reports
Corner Guards
Wall Guards (Bumper Guards)
Door Protectors
Wall Covering/Panels
Fire rating and extinguishing test results for resilient material.
SD-07 Certificates
Corner Guards
Wall Guards (Bumper Guards)
Door Protectors
Wall Covering/Panels
Statements attesting that the items comply with specified fire and safety code requirements.
1.3 DELIVERY AND STORAGE
Materials shall be delivered to the project site in manufacturer's original unopened containers with seals unbroken
and labels and trademarks intact. Materials shall be kept dry, protected from weather and damage, and stored
under cover. Materials shall be stored at approximately 21 degrees C 70 degrees F for at least 48 hours prior
to installation.
1.4 WARRANTY
Manufacturer's standard performance guarantees or warranties that extend beyond a 1 year period shall be provided.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 GENERAL
NOTE: All paragraphs must be carefully edited because of the broad number of
possible requirements and the diverse combinations available with these products.
To the maximum extent possible, corner guards, door and door frame protectors, wall guards (bumper guards), wall
panels and wall covering shall be the standard products of a single manufacturer and shall be furnished as detailed.
Drawings show general configuration of products required, and items differing in minor details from those shown
will be acceptable.
2.1.1 Resilient Material
Resilient material shall consist of high impact resistant extruded acrylic vinyl, polyvinyl chloride, or injection
molded thermal plastic and shall conform to the following:
2.1.1.1 Minimum Impact Resistance
Minimum impact resistance shall be 960.8 N-m/m 18 ft-lbs/sq. inch when tested in accordance with ASTM D 256,
(Izod impact, ft-lbs per sq inch notched).
2.1.1.2 Fire Rating
Fire rating shall be Class 1 when tested in accordance with ASTM E 84, having a maximum flame spread of 25 and
a smoke developed rating of 450 or less. Material shall be rated self extinguishing when tested in accordance
with ASTM D 635. Material shall be labeled and tested by an approved nationally known testing laboratory. Resilient
material used for protection on fire rated doors and frames shall be listed by the testing laboratory performing
the tests. Resilient material installed on fire rated wood/steel door and frame assemblies shall have been tested
on similar type assemblies. Test results of material tested on any other combination of door/frame assembly
will not be acceptable.
2.1.1.3 Integral Color
Colored components shall have integral color and shall be matched in accordance with SAE J1545 to within plus
or minus 1.0 on the CIE-LCH scales.
2.1.1.4 Chemical and Stain Resistance
Materials shall be resistant to chemicals and stains reagents in accordance with ASTM D 543.
2.1.1.5 Fungal and Bacterial Resistance
Materials shall be resistant to fungi and bacteria in accordance with ASTM G 21, as applicable.
2.2 CORNER GUARDS
NOTE: For medical facilities, corner guards must extend from floor to ceiling.
2.2.1 Resilient Corner Guards
Corner guard units shall be [flush mounted] [surface mounted] type, radius formed to profile shown. Corner guards
shall [extend from floor to ceiling.] [be [_____] mm feet high.] Mounting hardware, cushions, and base plates
shall be furnished. Assembly shall consist of a snap-on corner guard formed from high impact resistant resilient
material, minimum 1.98 mm 0.078 inch thick, mounted on a continuous aluminum retainer. Extruded aluminum retainer
shall conform to ASTM B 221, alloy 6063, temper T5 or T6. Flush mounted type guards shall act as a stop for
adjacent wall finish material. Factory fabricated end closure caps shall be furnished for top and bottom of
surface mounted corner guards. Flush mounted corner guards installed in fire rated wall shall maintain the rating
of the wall. Insulating materials that are an integral part of the corner guard system shall be provided by
the manufacturer of the corner guard system. Exposed metal portions of fire rated assemblies shall have a paintable
surface.
2.2.2 Stainless Steel Corner Guards
Stainless steel corner guards shall be fabricated of 1.58 mm 0.0625 inch thick material conforming to ASTM A 167
, type 302 or 304. Corner guards shall [extend from floor to ceiling.] [be [_____] mm feet high.] Corner guard
shall be formed to dimensions shown.
2.3 WALL GUARDS (BUMPER GUARDS)
2.3.1 Wall Guards, Combination Handrail/Wall Guards and Handrails
Wall guards, combination handrail/wall guards, and handrails shall be provided with prefabricated end closure
caps, inside and outside corners, concealed splices, cushions, mounting hardware and other accessories standard
with the manufacturer. Extruded aluminum retainers shall conform to ASTM B 221, alloy 6063, temper T5 or T6.
End caps and corners shall be field adjustable to assure close alignment with handrails and wall guards. [Wall
guards] [Combination handrail/wall guards] shall have profile [as shown] [as shown with [vinyl] [carpet] [_____]
inserts].
2.3.1.1 Wall Guards/Bed Locators
Wall guards shall consist of snap-on covers of high impact resistant resilient material, minimum 1.98 mm 0.078
inch thick, mounted over [50] [_____] mm [2] [_____] inch wide aluminum, minimum 1.57 mm 0.062 inch thick retainer,
anchored to wall at maximum 600 mm 24 inches on center.
2.3.1.2 Combination Handrail/Wall Guards
Combination handrail/wall guards shall consist of snap-on covers of high impact resistant resilient material,
minimum 1.98 mm 0.078 inch thick, on a continuous, extruded aluminum retainer, minimum 1.83 mm 0.072 inch thick
anchored to wall at maximum 800 mm 32 inches on center.
2.3.1.3 Handrails
Handrails shall consist of snap-on covers of high impact resistant resilient material, minimum 1.98 mm 0.078
inch thick on a continuous extruded aluminum retainer, minimum 1.83 mm 0.072 inch thick anchored to wall at maximum
800 mm 32 inches on center. Handrails shall be provided with prefabricated end closure caps, inside and outside
corners, concealed splices, cushions, mounting hardware and other accessories standard with the manufacturer.
End caps and corners shall be field adjustable to assure close alignment with handrails.
2.4 DOOR PROTECTORS
[Door] [Door envelope] [Door knob] [and] [door frame] protection items shall consist of high impact resistant
acrylic vinyl or polyvinyl chloride resilient material, minimum [1.52 mm 0.060 inch thick for doors] [and] [0.89
mm 0.035 inch thick for door frames]. Coordinate door and door frame protection material requirements with door
and frame suppliers to insure fit for all components and color matching with other resilient materials. Provide
adhesive as recommended by resilient material manufacturer.
2.5 WALL COVERING/PANELS
NOTE: Recommended locations for various thicknesses of rigid wall covering/panels
are as follows: 0.50 to 1.02 mm (0.022 to 0.040 inch) thick for lobbies and
elevator areas, 1.52 to 2.03 mm (0.060 to 080 inch) thick for service corridors,
and 2.38 to 3.1 mm (0.093 to 0.125 inch) thick for loading dock areas. A 9.53
mm (0.375 inch) thick composite wall panel is recommended for installation over
existing substrates such as ceramic tile, masonry block, or damaged plaster/drywall.
Wall covering/panels shall consist of high impact rigid acrylic vinyl or polyvinyl chloride resilient material.
Panel sizes shall be [0.61 x 2.94 m] [2 x 4 ft] [_____].
2.5.1 Rigid Vinyl Acrylic Wall Covering
Wall covering thickness shall be [0.56] [0.71] [1.02] [1.52] mm [0.022] [0.028] [0.040] [0.375] inch.
2.5.2 High Impact Wall Panels
Wall panel face and edge thickness shall be [0.56] [0.71] mm [0.022] [0.028] inch. Panel face shall be factory
banded to a 9.53 mm 0.375 inch thick fiberboard core. The backside of the panel shall be laminated with a moisture
resistant vapor barrier.
2.6 TRIM, FASTENERS AND ANCHORS
Vinyl trim, fasteners and anchors shall be provided for each specific installation as shown.
2.7 FINISH
2.7.1 Aluminum Finish
NOTE: On small projects, specify finish of aluminum by using description and
not the Aluminum Association designations.
Finish for aluminum shall be in accordance with AA DAF-45. Exposed aluminum shall be designation [[AA-C22A31]
[_____] chemically etched medium matte, with clear anodic coating] [[AA-C22A32] [_____] chemically etched medium
matte with integrally colored anodic coating] class II architectural coating 0.010 mm 0.4 mil thick. Concealed
aluminum shall be mill finish as fabricated, uniform in natural color and free from surface blemishes.
2.7.2 Stainless Steel Finish
Finish for stainless steel shall be in accordance with [ASTM A 167, Type 302 or 304] [NAAMM AMP 500], finish
number 4.
2.7.3 Resilient Material Finish
NOTE: Coordinate resilient finishes with manufacturers. Certain finishes and
textures are not available from some manufacturers.
Finish for resilient material shall be [embossed [velour] [stipple] [_____]] [[fake woodgrain] [high gloss vinyl]]
texture with colors in accordance with SAE J1545.
2.8 ADHESIVES
Adhesive for resilient material shall be in accordance with manufacturers recommendations.
2.9 COLOR
NOTE: Editing of color reference sentence(s) shall be coordinated with the
Government. Generally the 09915 COLOR SCHEDULE or drawing is used when the
project is designed by an Architect or Interior designer. Color shall be selected
from manufacturers standard colors or identified as a manufacturers color in
this specification only when the project is very simple and has minimal finishes.
When the Government directs that color be located in the drawings a note shall
be added that states: "Where color is shown as being specific to one manufacturer,
an equivalent color by another manufacturer may be submitted for approval.
Manufacturers and materials specified are not intended to limit the selection
of equal colors from other manufacturers. The word "color" as used herein includes
surface color and pattern."
Prior to specifying a custom color finish, research to determine if additional
cost and lead time is feasible. Note there is often a minimum order requirement;
this requirement will also affect future orders.
When a manufacturer's name, stock number, pattern, and color is used, be certain
that the product conforms to this specification, as edited.
Color shall be [in accordance with Section 09915 COLOR SCHEDULE.] [as indicated on the drawings.] [selected from
manufacturers standard colors.] [[______.] Color listed is not intended to limit the selection of equal colors
from other manufacturers.]
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
3.1.1 Corner Guards and Wall Guards (Bumper Guards)
Material shall be mounted at location indicated in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations.
3.1.2 Door, Door Frame Protectors, and Wall Panels
Surfaces to receive protection shall be clean, smooth, and free of obstructions. Protectors shall be installed
after frames are in place, but prior to hanging of doors, in accordance with manufacturer's specific instructions.
Adhesives shall be applied in controlled environment in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. Protection
for fire doors and frames shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 80.
3.1.3 Stainless Steel Guards
a. Mount guards on external corners of interior walls, partitions and columns as [shown] [in
accordance with manufacturer's recommendations].
b. Where corner guards are installed on walls, partitions or columns finished with plaster
or ceramic tile, [anchor corner guards as indicated] [provide continuous 1.5 mm 16 gage thick,
perforated, galvanized z-shape steel anchors welded to back edges of corner guards and [wired
to metal studs] [expansion bolted to concrete or masonry with four 10 mm 3/8 inch diameter bolts,
spaced 400 mm 16 inches on centers]]. Coat back surfaces of corner guards, where shown, with
a non-flammable, sound deadening material. Corner guards shall overlap finish plaster surfaces.
(1) Where corner guards are installed on exposed structural glazed facing tile units or masonry
wall, partitions or columns, [anchor corner guards as shown on the drawings] [anchor corner
guards to existing walls with 6 mm 1/4 inch oval head stainless steel countersunk expansion
or toggle bolts] [anchor corner guards with four nominal 1.3 mm 0.0516 inch thick, adjustable
galvanized steel anchors, spaced as shown]. Grout spaces solid between guards and backing with
portland cement and sand mortar.
(2) Where corner guards are installed on gypsum board, clean surfaces and anchor guards with
a neoprene solvent-type contact adhesive specifically manufactured for use on gypsum board construction.
Remove excess adhesive from the guard edges and allow to cure undisturbed for 24 hours.
c. For wall guards, space brackets at no more than 900 mm 3 feet on centers and anchor to the
wall in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions.