SECTION 14310

ESCALATORS

PART 1 GENERAL

SECTION INCLUDES

[One] [____] escalator superstructure and components.

[Balustrade railings at floor openings.]

PRODUCTS FURNISHED BUT NOT INSTALLED UNDER THIS SECTION

Section [_____-__________]: Placement of steel bearing plates, angles and anchors for [installation] [casting in concrete].

RELATED SECTIONS

Section 03300 - Cast-in-Place: Framed concrete openings for escalator.

Section 05120 - Structural Steel: Structural steel [floor opening framing] [________________].

Section [_____-_____________]: Structural steel bearing support.

Section [_____-_____________]: Fire [and smoke] detectors in machine pit.

Section [_____-_____________]: Electrical service to main disconnect in machine pit.

REFERENCES

AISC - Specification for the Design, Fabrication and Erection of Structural Steel for Buildings.

ANSI/ASME A17.1 - Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators.

ANSI/ASME A17.2 - Inspection of Elevators, Escalators and Moving Walks.

ANSI/ASTM A36 - Structural Steel.

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

ANSI/ASTM A325 - High Strength Bolts for Structural Steel Joints.

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

ANSI/ASTM A490 - Quenched and Tempered Alloy Steel Bolts for Structural Steel Joints.

ANSI/ASTM A500 - Cold-Formed Welded and Seamless Carbon Steel Structural Tubing in Round and Shapes.

ANSI/ASTM A501 - Hot-Formed Welded and Seamless Carbon Steel Structural Tubing.

ANSI/ASTM B221 - Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bar, Rod, Wire, Shape, and Tube.

ANSI/AWS D1.1 - Structural Welding Code.

ANSI/IEEE C1 - National Electrical Safety Code.

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

AWS A2.0 - Standard Welding Symbols.

AWS D1.1 - Structural Welding Code.

SSPC - Steel Structures Painting Council.

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

Characteristics of [each] escalator [No.1] [________] as follows:

Rated Net Capacity	[____] lbs ([____] Kg)

Rated Speed	[90] [120] ft/min

([0.46] [0.61] m/sec)

Vertical Rise (nominal) [____] ft ([______] m

Nominal Tread Width	[____] inches ([____] mm)

Control	[One way] [Reversible]

OPERATION

Operation: Constant speed under light to heavy load conditions [in either direction], quiet operation, transitspeed of handrail same as treads.

Switching: Key operated "On/Off" [and reversing direction], control and emergency "Stop" buttons located at each end of unit.

Machine and Drive: Direct motor, transmission, chain sprocket drive, electro-magnetic brake, crank for hand drive during servicing, drive chain tension adjustment.

SUBMITTALS

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

Shop Drawings: Indicate component locations, structural supports and anchors; include loads on supporting members, reaction points, deflections under varying loads.

Product Data: Provide data on operating panels and indicators [; and electronic equipment to control and monitor escalator control functions].

Samples:	Submit [two] [_______] handrail sections, [____x____] inch ([____x____] mm) in size illustrating finish.

PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

Submit under provisions of Section [01700[ [_____].

Accurately record actual locations of concealed items, conduit and locations of components.

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA

Submit under provisions of Section [01700] [________].

Operation Data: Include description of escalator systems method of operation and control and special features provided.

Maintenance Data: Provide parts catalogs, legible schematic wiring diagrams, one copy of master schematic and lubrication chart.

QUALITY ASSURANCE

Perform Work in accordance with ANSI/ASME A17.1, ANSI/AWS D1.1, ANSI/IEEE C1, and AISC.

QUALIFICATIONS

Manufacturer: Company specializing in manufacturing escalator equipment with [ten] [________] years minimum [documented] experience.

Installer: Employees and supervisor on payroll of escalator equipment manufacturer.

Design equipment under direct supervision of a Professional Structural Engineer experienced in design of this work and licensed [at the place where the Project is located] [in the State of [____________.]]

REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

Conform to [applicable] [________] code for manufacture

and installation of escalator system.

FIELD MEASUREMENTS

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

COORDINATION

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

Coordinate installation of floor opening construction.

WARRANTY

Provide [two] [____] year warranty under provisions of Section [01700] [________].

Warranty: Include coverage for escalator operating equipment and devices.

MAINTENANCE SERVICE

Furnish complete service and maintenance of escalator system and components during the [building contract] [escalator contract] [warranty period].

Examine [semi-monthly] [monthly] [_____]; clean, adjust, and lubricate all equipment.

Repair or replace parts whenever required. Use parts produced by the manufacturer of the original equipment.

[Provide emergency call back service [at all hours] [during working hours] during this maintenance period.]

Perform maintenance work using competent personnel under the supervision [and in the direct employ] of the escalator manufacturer.

Maintenance service shall not be assigned or transfered to any agent or Subcontractor without prior written consent of the [Architect/Engineer] [Owner] [________________].

PART 2 PRODUCTS

MANUFACTURERS

[____________________________] Model [_________________].

[____________________________] Model [_________________].

[____________________________] Model [_________________].

Substitutions: Under provisions of Section [01600] [01630].

MATERIALS

Rolled Steel Sections, Shapes, Rods: ANSI/ASTM A36.

Structural Tubing:	ANSI/ASTM [A500, Grade B] [A501].

Sheet Steel:	ANSI/ASTM A446, Grade [B] [____], zinc coated to [G90] [____].

Stainless Steel:	ANSI/ASTM A167, Type [304] [____], No. [4] [_________] finish.

Aluminum: ANSI/ASTM B221, extruded [6063] [________________] alloy with [T6] [_____] temper, [_____] finish.

Glass: ASTM C1048, [clear] [________], fully tempered flat glass, Kind FT; [____] inch ([____] mm) thick.

Bolts, Nuts, and Washers: ANSI/ASTM [A325] [A490].

Welding Materials: ANSI/AWS D1.1; type required for materials being welded.

Shop and Touch-Up Primer: [SSPC 15, Type 1, red oxide] [________].

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

Touch-Up Primer for Galvanized Surfaces: Zinc rich type.

COMPONENTS

Structural Steel Components:	Truss frame and end bearing plates, tracks, drive wheel trolleys, attachment brackets, anchors and fittings.

Cast Aluminum Components: Ribbed moving treads with [ribbed] [________] risers and [comb] [____] plate thresholds.

Deck Cover: [Stainless steel] [Cast aluminum]; [non-slip] [________] surfacing.

Handrails: Molded [neoprene] [________], steel mesh reinforced to minimize stretch.

Balustrades and Skirt Panels: [Stainless steel with reinforced backing] [Enamelled steel with reinforced backing] [Glass].

[Balustrade at Floor Edge:	[________________]].

Operating Equipment:	Motor and transmission drive, endless step drive chains; handrail drive; governor, brake, safety devices, and drip pan to meet system criteria.

Electrical Components: Controller, switches, conduit and conductors; UL approved.

Special Illumination for [Comb Plates] [Riser] [Handrails]: [Flush incandescent downlight] [________].

Grease Fittings: For lubricating bearings requiring periodic lubrication.

FINISHES

Metal Surfaces Concealed From View: Clean surfaces of rust, oil or grease; wipe clean with solvent; prime two coats.

Galvanized Surfaces:	Clean with neutralizing solvent; prime one coat.

[Baked Enamel on Steel: Clean and degrease metal surface; apply one coat of primer sprayed and baked; two coats of enamel sprayed and baked; [________] color [as selected]].

Handrail: [Black] [________].

LANDING CONTROLS

Landing Buttons:	[Stainless steel] [Illuminating] [key operated switch] type.

PART 3 EXECUTION

EXAMINATION

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

Verify that floor openings, pit and machine space is ready for work of this Section.

Verify location and layout of machine pit and position of machine foundation bolts.

Confirm electrical power is of correct characteristics.

PREPARATION

Arrange for temporary electrical power to be available for installation work and testing of escalator components.

INSTALLATION

Install system and components in accordance with ANSI/ASME A17.1.

Install components to produce smooth and quiet operation, free from lateral movement, oscillation or vibration.

Install components to permit orderly servicing, ease of component replacement, and minimum service down time.

Connect equipment to building utilities.

Field Welds: Chip and clean away oxidation and residue, wire brush weld, prime two coats.

Provide ready access to lubrication points.

Adjust equipment for smooth and quiet operation.

FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

Field [inspection and] testing will be performed under provisions of Section [01400] [_____].

Obtain required permits to perform tests. Perform and meet tests required by ANSI/ASME A17.2.

Schedule tests with authority having jurisdiction with [Architect/Engineer,] [Owner,] [and] [Contractor] present.

Furnish test and approval certificates issued by jurisdictional authorities.

CLEANING

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

Remove protective coverings from finished surfaces.

PROTECTION OF FINISHED WORK

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

Do not permit traffic over unprotected surfaces.

END OF SECTION