SECTION 12301

METAL CASEWORK

PART 1 GENERAL

SECTION INCLUDES

Metal Cabinets [and bases].

Modular framing.

Counter tops [and reagent shelves].

[Casework hardware.]

[Connection to utilities.]

[Service fittings and outlets.]

PRODUCTS FURNISHED BUT NOT INSTALLED UNDER THIS SECTION

Section [______-____________]: Placement of counter top [and reagent shelf] plumbing service fittings.

Section [______-____________]: Placement of counter top [and reagent shelf] electrical service outlets.

PRODUCTS INSTALLED BUT NOT FURNISHED UNDER THIS SECTION

Section 01010 - Summary of Work:	Owner furnished casework components for installation by this section.

[Section [______-____________]: Supply of casework hardware for placement by this section.]

Section [_____-__________]: Supply of utility service fittings for placement by this section.

RELATED SECTIONS

Section [_____-__________]: Sequence of work.

Section 06114 - Wood Blocking and Curbs.

Section [_____-__________]: Special lab tops.

Section 06410 - Custom Casework: Wood casework.

[Section [______-____________]: Casework hardware.]

Section 09900 - Painting: Field painting of exposed metal components.

Section 11400 - Food Service Equipment.

Section 11600 - Laboratory Equipment.

Section [______-____________]: Electrical utility service fittings.

Section [______-____________]:	[Stone] [________] sinks.

REFERENCES

ANSI/ASTM A167 - Stainless and Heat Resisting Chromium-Nickel Steel Place, Sheet and Strip.

ANSI/ASTM A446 - Steel Sheet, Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) by the Hot-Dip Process, Structural (Physical) Quality.

ANSI/ASTM A526 - Steel Sheet, Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) by the Hot-Dip Process, Commercial Quality.

ANSI/BHMA A156.9 - Cabinet Hardware.

ASTM C1036 - Flat Glass.

ASTM C1048 - Heat-Treated Flat Glass - Kind HS, Kind FT Coated and Uncoated Glass.

NEMA (National Electrical Manufacturers Association) LD3 - High Pressure Decorative Laminates.

DESIGN REQUIREMENTS

Reinforced [frame] [and] [support] counters [________] in [________] area, to safety support a load of [200] [____] lbs ([90] [____] kg) concentrated on one square foot (0.093 sq m) in any area with no indentation showing on surface and with permanent set not exceeding [0.005] [____] inch ([0.127] [____] mm).

SUBMITTALS

Submit under provisions of Section [01300.] [________.]

Shop Drawings: Indicate casework locations, large scale plans, elevations, cross sections, rough-in and anchor placement dimensions and tolerances, clearances required and [________].

Product Data: Provide component dimensions, configurations, construction details, joint details, and attachments, utility and service requirements and locations and [________].

Samples:	Submit [two] [____] samples, minimum size [3 x 6] [__ x __] inches ([75 x 150] [__ x __] mm) of [each] color of base [material] [metal] [plastic laminate] [________], or other finish.

Samples:	Submit [two] [____] samples [__ x __] inch

([__ x __] mm) in size, illustrating glass type.

Manufacturer's Installation Instructions: Indicate special installation requirements and [________].

QUALIFICATIONS

Manufacturer: Company specializing in manufacturing the Products specified in this section with minimum [three] [_______] years [documented] experience.

MOCKUP

Provide mockup of casework under provisions of Section [01400.] [________.]

Provide full size [base cabinet] [and] [base] [and] [upper cabinet] [________] complete with drawers, door, adjustable shelf and counter top of [________].

Mockup may [not] remain as part of the Work.

DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

Deliver, store, protect and handle products to site under provisions of Section [01600.] [________.]

Accept casework on site. Inspect on arrival for damage.

Coordinate size of access and route to place of installation.

FIELD MEASUREMENTS

Verify that field measurements are as [indicated [on shop drawings].] [instructed by the manufacturer.]

SCHEDULING

Schedule work under the provisions of Section [01300.] [________.]

Do not deliver casework to site until destination space is ready to receive it.

COORDINATION

Coordinate work under provisions of Section [01039.] [________.]

Coordinate casework installation with size, location and installation of service utilities.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

MANUFACTURERS

[__________________________________] Product [_________].

[__________________________________] Product [_________].

[__________________________________] Product [_________].

Substitutions: Under provisions of Section [01600.] [________.]

MATERIALS

Sheet Steel:	[ANSI/ASTM A446 Grade [B] [____]] [ANSI/ASTM A526] galvanized to [G90] [____] coating, stretcher leveled.

****** [OR] ******

Sheet Steel:	Mild, cold rolled and leveled unfinished steel.

Stainless Steel: ASTM A167, Type [304] [316] [____].

Float Glass:	ASTM C1036, Type 1 transparent flat, Class 1 clear, Quality [q3 glazing select] [________________]; [____] inch ([____] mm) thick [minimum]; [exposed edges

ground, cut or drilled to receive hardware].

****** [OR] ******

Safety Glass: ASTM C1048, Kind [HS heat strengthened] [FT fully tempered [with horizontal tempering]] [Condition A uncoated, Type 1 transparent flat, Class 1 clear, Quality q3 glazing select] [________________]; [conforming to ANSI Z97.1;] [____] inch ([____] mm) thick [minimum]; [exposed edges ground, cut or drilled to receive hardware].

****** [OR] ******

Plastic Sheet: [Acrylic] [Polycarbonate], clear, [____] inch ([____] mm) thick.

Plastic Laminate Finish:	NEMA LD 3, [PF 42 Post Forming] [GP - [50] [33] General Purpose] [________] type; [acid resistant] [black] [________] color, [________] pattern, and [gloss] [matte] [furniture] [________] surface texture [as selected].

Counter Tops [, Back Splash] [and Side Splash]: [Solid laminate, acid resistant finish] [Stainless steel] [Maple] [Birch] [Modified epoxy resin] [Quarried natural stone, machine finished] [High pressure molded cement asbestos] [Calcium aluminum silicate base, mineral fiber reinforced], [acid resistant]; [________] manufactured by [____________].

Service Fittings and Fixtures:

Cup Sinks: Stainless steel with waste fittings, [___] inch ([___] mm) diameter, [___] inch ([___] mm) deep.

Natural Gas Outlet: [________] model, [________] manufactured by [____________].

Air Outlet: [________] model, [________] manufactured by [____________].

Vacuum Outlet: [________] model, [________] manufactured by [____________].

Water Outlet: [________] model, [________] manufactured by [____________].

Escutcheons: Stainless steel.

Electrical Outlet Covers: Stainless steel.

Sound Deadening Material: Inorganic, for sandwich panel fabrication.

HARDWARE

Hardware: ANSI/BHMA A156.9, Types [____], [____] [and] [____].

****** [OR] ******

Hardware: Manufacturer's standard.

****** [OR] ******

Shelf Standards and Rests: [Vertical [chrome] steel standards with rubber button fitted steel rests.] [________________.]

Shelf Brackets: [Vertical [chrome] [satin chrome] steel standards with [chrome] [satin chrome] steel arms.] [________________.]

Drawer [and Door] Pulls:	[[Chrome] [Brass] [________] handles on [4] [____] inch ([____] mm) centers.] [________________.]

Sliding Door Pulls: [Recessed [steel] [brass] circular design.] [________________.]

Cabinet Locks: [Lock with [4] [____] pin cylinder and [2] [____] keys per lock.] [________________.]

Catches: [Magnetic.] [Mechanical catch.] [________________.]

Drawer Slides: [Extension arms, steel [and ball bearing] construction.] [________________.]

Hinges: [Offset pin.] [Butt.] [________________.]

Sliding Door Track Assemblies: [Nylon track with [solid] [roller] bearing followers.] [________________.]

FABRICATION - GENERAL

Fabricate casework, assembled and welded.

Fabricate corners and joints without gaps or inaccessible spaces or areas where dirt or moisture could accumulate.

Fabricate components, [drawers,] [doors,] [shelves,] [counters] and [________] of die formed [sheet steel] [and] [stainless steel]. Form each unit rigid, not dependent on [building structure] [adjacent units] [________] for rigidity.

Form edges and seams smooth.	Form material for [counter tops,] [facing,] [shelves,] [drain boards,] and [________] from continuous sheets.

Turn down edges of shelves [1] [____] inch ([25] [____] mm) on each side and return [5/8] [____] inch ([16] [____] mm) front and back.

Electric spot weld casework; grind joints smooth and flush.

Fabricate [drawer] [and] [door] fronts of [solid plastic laminate [3/4] [____] inch ([19] [____] mm) thick] [sandwiched sheets of [sheet steel] [stainless steel] welded together and reinforced for hardware]. [Fill with sound deadening core.]

Fabricate countertop surfaces [pressure glued to [plywood] [particle board] core backing] [________]; [with [butt] [welded] [________] joints] [without visible joints].

Components sizes:

Gables, Front and Back Panels, Gusset Plates and Rails: [18] [____] gage ([1.2] [____] mm).

Drawers, Door Fronts, Cabinet Floors, Shelves, Filler Panels and Drawer Dividers: [20] [____] gage ([0.9] [____] mm).

Backing Sheet to Door and Door Fronts: [22] [____] gage ([0.8] [____] mm).

[Set glass in doors with gasket and removable stops to minimize rattles or vibration.]

Cut and drill counter tops, backs and other components for service outlets and fixtures.

Install fixtures and fittings built into or part of casework. Provide access panels for maintenance of utility service and mechanical and electrical components.

FINISHES

Metal (Except Stainless Steel): Degrease and phosphate etch followed by primer; minimum two coats [baked epoxy] [electrostatic enamel]; [________] color [as selected].

Stainless Steel: [No. 4] [________] finish.

Shop finish all components.

Coat metal surfaces in contact with cementitious materials with bituminous paint.

PART 3 EXECUTION

EXAMINATION

Verify existing conditions under provisions of Section [01039.] [________.]

Verify adequacy of support framing and anchors.

INSTALLATION

Install casework, components and accessories in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

Use anchoring devices to suit conditions and substrate materials encountered.

Set casework items plumb and square, securely anchored to building structure.

Insulate to prevent electrolysis between dissimilar metals.

Scribe to abutting surfaces and align adjoining components. Apply matching filler pieces where casework abuts dissimilar construction.

Field weld joints in stainless steel work, without open seams.

Close ends of units, splash aprons, shelves and bases [with sealant.] [by welding and grinding smooth.]

Sequence installation to ensure utility connections are achieved in an orderly and expeditious manner.

ADJUSTING

Adjust work under provisions of Section [01700.] [________.]

Adjust doors, drawers, hardware, fixtures, and other moving or operating parts to function smoothly.

CLEANING

Clean work under provisions of [01700.] [________.]

Clean casework, counters, shelves, [glass,] legs, hardware, fittings and fixtures.

PROTECTION OF FINISHED WORK

Protect finished Work under provisions of Section [01500.] [________.]

Do not permit finished casework to be exposed to continued construction activity.

SCHEDULES

Laboratory 201: Casework module of 24 inches, stone counter tops, concrete bases, white enamel finish.

Laboratory 208: Casework module of 30 inches, plastic laminate counter tops, metal bases, beige enamel finish.

END OF SECTION