File 40 - Doors and Windows
File 40 - Doors and Windows
1 Part 1: General
1 01 Summary
The work covered by this section consists of providing all tools, labor, equipment and materials, and
performing all operations in connection with the fabrication and installation of special doors and frames.
1 01 01 Section includes
1 01 04 Related Sections
1 02 References
1 02 01 Applicable Standards
SASO 80: 77 Testing Methods for Aluminium and Aluminium Alloys Products
for Building Purposes
Part 1: Sheets, Strips, Bars and Structural Sections.
SASO 472 : 86 Paints and Varnishes - Gloss Enamel (for interior and exterior
use)
ISO 6361- Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloy sheets, strips and
plates.
ISO 6361 - 1 : 86 Technical conditions for inspection and delivery
ISO 6361 - 2 : 90 Mechanical properties
ISO 6361 - 3 : 85 Strips - Tolerances on shape and dimensions
ISO 6361 - 4 : 88 Sheets and plates - Tolerances on form and dimension
ISO 7599 : 83 Anodizing of aluminium and its alloys - General specification for
anodic oxide coatings on aluminium.
1 02 01 04 USA Standards
ANSI/SDI 100 - 91 Recommended Specifications for Standard Steel Doors and Frames.
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1 02 01 05 European Standards
1 02 01 06 British Standards
1 02 01 07 German Standards
DIN 18250 1 : 79 Locks; mortice locks for fire barriers, single latch bolt lock
DIN 18250 2 : 79 Locks; mortice locks for fire barriers, three latch bolt shutters
DIN 52290 3 : 84 Attack blocking glazing; testing of the resistance against break
by mean of a cutting striking tool and classification
1 02 02 Codes
1 02 03 Other References
AAMA 101 : 97 Voluntary Specifications for Aluminum, Vinyl (PVC), and Wood Windows and
Glass Doors
1 03 Definitions
1 03 01 Technical Terms
Block board - plywood with core of solid wood strips wider than 7 mm and smaller than 30 mm
Batten board - plywood with core of solid wood battens wider than 30 mm
Butt-type frame - frame which is installed off the structural reveal with a joint
Casement door - fully glazed panelled door
Coordinating size (dimension) - a dimension of a coordinating space, which defines the relative position
of two or more components in an assembly, according to the characteristics of the components which are
relevant to the assembly.
Door assembly - it includes a fixed part (door frame), one or more movable parts (door leaves), and it
may include over- and side panels
Door set - an assembly including a fixed part (the door frame), one or more movable parts (the door
leaves) and their hardware. The function of which is to allow or to forbid the access. The door set may
include sill, overpanel and side panels
Door closer - device which ensures automatic closing of a door after any manual opening
door closer regulator - device to ensure that the two leaves of a double door close in the proper order
Fibber board - board made of compressed, resin bonded wooden fibbers
Flush door - door leaf that has both faces plane
Flush panelled door - panelled door in which the panels finish flush with the stiles and rails on one or
both faces
Glazed door - panelled door in which the panels are of glass or similar material
Glass door - door with a door leaf made of glass
Hold-open facility - a device designed to override the function of the door closer for specific periods. If its
releasing mechanism is automatically or otherwise activated in the case of fire, the door closer will
immediately regain its function and the door will close by itself
Jamb - vertical part of the doorframe
Mullion - intermediate vertical member in an opening or frame
Panelled door - door leaf that has stiles and rails and the spaces in between filled with panels
Particle board - panel product manufactured under pressure from particles of wood or other ligno-
cellulosic materials and a binder
Plywood - wood based panel product consisting of an assembly of plies bonded together, some or all of
which are wood; normally the direction of the grain in adjacent plies is at right angles, with the outer and
inner plies placed symmetrically on each side of a central ply or core.
Smoke control door - self-closing door set which, when installed and closed is intended to hinder the
passage of smoke
Veneer - Thin sheet of wood produced by rotary cutting, slicing or sawing.
Wrap around frame - frame which is wider than wall thickness including finishing.
1 03 02 Abbreviations
K Kelvin
G gram
Mm millimetre
Cm centimetre
M meter
1 04 System Description
1 04 01 Design Requirements
1 04 02 Performance Requirements
1 05 Submittals
Submit the following in accordance with Conditions of Contract and Specification Section 01300.
1 05 01 Product Data
Provide product data for each type of door and frame specified, including details of construction,
materials, dimensions, hardware preparation, core, label compliance, sound and insulation ratings,
profiles and finishes, and manufacturer's instructions.
Provide manufacturers certificates for all elements indicated showing compliance with referenced
standards, and/ or requirements of local authorities.
1 05 02 Shop Drawings
Shop Drawings showing fabrication and installation of standard and custom made doors and
frames. Include details of each frame type, elevations of door types, conditions at openings, details of
construction, location and installation requirements of door and frame hardware and reinforcements, and
details of joints and connections. Show anchorage and accessory items
Provide schedule of doors and frames using same reference numbers for details and openings as those
on contract drawings (if available).
1 05 03 Samples
Samples for initial selection purposes in form of manufacturers color charts showing full range of
colours or patterns available for factory-finished doors and frames.
Samples for verification purposes of each type of exposed finish required, prepared on samples not less
than 10 by 15 cm and of the same thickness and material indicated for the final unit of work.
1 05 05 Handing-Over Submittals
1 05 05 01 Project Records
1 05 06 Other Submittals
1 06 Quality Assurance
1 06 01 Qualifications
1 06 01 01 Qualifications of Manufacturers
Products used in the work of this Section shall be produced by manufacturers regularly engaged in
manufacture of similar items and with a history of successful production acceptable to the Engineer.
1 06 01 02 Qualifications of Installers
Use adequate number of skilled workmen who are thoroughly trained and experienced in the necessary
crafts and who are completely familiar with the specified requirements and the methods needed for
proper performance of work .
Contractors site supervisor(s) shall have knowledge of referenced standards and at least five (5) years of
documented experience.
1 06 02 Regulatory Requirements
1 06 03 Certifications
1 06 04 Quality Control
Contractors internal quality control shall include but not be limited to:
Checking suppliers delivery tickets of each delivery for completeness and compliance
with supply order and specification.
see 1 06 03 Certifications
Deliver storefront system components and doors cardboard-wrapped or crated to provide protection
during transit and job storage. Provide additional protection to prevent damage to finish of factory-finished
doors and frames.
System components and doors at building site shall be under cover. Place units on minimum 10 cm high
wood blocking. Avoid use of non-vented plastic or canvas shelters which could create humidity chamber.
If cardboard wrapper becomes wet during transport, remove carton immediately. Provide minimum 5 cm
spaces between stacked elements to promote air circulation.
1 07 03 Acceptance at Site
Note: Applies for Employer provided products only, for which conditions of
acceptance at site should be specified here!
1 08 01 Existing Conditions
1 08 02 Environmental Requirements
1 10 Special Warranty
Note: Describe special or extended warranty only (e.g. in landscaping when
warranty depends on growing, periods may be exceeding the normal warranty
period).
1 11 Maintenance
1 11 01 Maintenance Service
1 11 02 Operation Services
1 11 03 Extra Material
2 Part 2 : Products
2 01 Materials
2 01 01 Steel
Steel for doors and frames shall comply with the requirements of ISO 3573 and 3574,
respectively ISO 3575 or equivalent Standards.
The thickness of framing-material shall not be less than 1,5 mm nominal.
Provide coating as indicated according to the following Standards:
- Electrolytic coatings according to ISO 5002 or an equivalent Standard.
- Hot dip galvanized coatings according to ISO 1461 or an equivalent Standard.
- Powder organic coating to galvanized steel according to BS 6497 or an equivalent
Standard.
2 01 02 Aluminium
Note to the specifier: SASO 79 has not been referenced because it refers to ISO Standards which
are not existing any longer or have completely different titles; tables 1,2 and 3 define aluminium
types which do not fit into the ISO system at all; Saudi Arabian companies are using aluminium
for their production which is defined according to ISO Standards.
Extruded profiles and plates of aluminium or aluminium-alloys shall comply with the requirements
of ISO 209, 6361 and 6362 or equivalent Standards.
Externally used aluminium shall be surface-treated as indicated according to the following
Standards:
- Anodized finish complying with ISO 7599 or any other equivalent Standard
- Powder organic coating complying with BS 6496 or an equivalent
Standard.
2 01 03 Stainless Steel
Stainless steel for doors and frames shall comply with the requirements of ISO 683 Pt.13 or an
equivalent Standard.
The thickness of framing-material shall not be less than 1,5 mm nominal
2 01 04 Bronze
2 01 05 Timber
Wood flush doors shall comply with the requirements of ANSI/NWWDA I.S.1-A or an equivalent
Standard.
2 01 06 Particle Board
Particle board for frames and doors shall comply with the requirements of ANSI A208.1 or an
equivalent Standard.
Plywood and Veneer used for doors shall comply with the requirements of ANSI/NWWDA I.S.1-A
or an equivalent Standard.
2 01 08 Laminates
Decorative high-pressure laminates (HPL) used as finish layer for flush doors shall comply with
the requirements of ISO 4586 or an equivalent Standard.
2 01 09 Gaskets
Gaskets shall be replaceable and made of rubber material complying with ISO 3934 or an
equivalent Standard.
2 01 10 Glass
2 02 Manufactured Units
2 02 01 Access Doors
Provide sliding doors and grilles of design, type and size indicated in drawings and schedules.
Shall comprise a roller track fixed above the door to accommodate adjustable door hangers on
rollers with ball or needle bearings. Rollers shall preferably be made of plastic for low noise production if
door weight allows for. Track and roller size shall be selected according to weight of door and
manufacturers recommendations. Aluminium door gears shall comprise a closed system with minimum
double rollers for each hanger. Arrangements at the bottom of door shall comprise projecting rollers or a
fixed rod running in an inverted channel inserted into the bottom edge of door.
Provide door gear of galvanized steel, stainless steel or aluminium as indicated in schedules.
A steel rail of galvanized flat steel shall be inserted into the floor. The bottom edge of door shall
comprise two steel rollers with ball bearings. Size of rail and rollers shall be selected according to weight
of door and manufacturers recommendations. At the top of door a steel channel guide rail shall be
installed to accommodate locating rollers fixed to the top edge of door.
Provide door gear of galvanized steel, stainless steel or aluminium.
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2 02 02 03 01 Door Leaves
01.0 Provide hollow metal door leaves of types, styles and grades as shown
on drawings and schedules similar to ANSI/SDI 100 or an equivalent Standard.
Use minimum 1 mm thick cold rolled steel for faces. Both faces shall have metal
sheeting of one piece without any joints. Thickness shall not be less than 40 mm.
Doors shall be internally reinforced to resist impact and to ensure flatness. They
shall comply with ISO 8270, 8271 and 6442 or an equivalent Standard.
Provide doors of steel or stainless steel as indicated in schedules.
02.0 Louvers: Provide sightproof stationary louvers for interior doors where
indicated. Louver blades produced of 1,2 mm cold-rolled steel, bend three times
and set into 1,0 mm frame.
03.0 Vision glazing: Provide cut-outs for vision-glazing in indicated sizes. Cut-
outs shall have glazing stops and beads, fixed with countersunk, oval-headed,
nickel-plated or stainless steel screws, depending on framing material. Glazing
shall be done in dry glazing method, using neoprene gaskets or similar material.
Set glazing only after finish coats have been applied.
Provide type of glass as indicated in schedules.
01.0 Prepare hollow metal units to receive mortised and concealed finish
hardware, including cut-outs, reinforcing, drilling and tapping in accordance with
'Finish Hardware Schedule' and templates provided by hardware suppliers.
2 02 02 03 03 Finish
02.0 External and internal steel doors subject to corrosive atmospheres shall
be hot-dip galvanized with a minimum layer of 350 g/m2. Alternatively they may
be made of hot-dip galvanized steel sheet. Cut ends shall be protected with a
2 02 02 03 04 Fire Rating
Note: Choose fire rating grades of the following and indicate in schedules:
20 minutes
30 minutes
45 minutes
60 minutes
90 minutes
Vision glazing for fire rated doors is limited in size. Check Standards or
manufacturer's catalogues!
01.0 Fire-rated door sets shall comply with the requirements of ANSI/NFPA
80 and be tested and labelled according to ASTM E152 or any other equivalent
Standard. Testing and labelling shall be done by an authorised and independent
Laboratory.
They shall be provided according to the requested ratings in schedules.
02.0 Louvers: If louvers are required they shall be of standard size for fire
rated doors and fuse-linked for automatic closing in case of fire.
03.0 Glazing: Any vision glazing in these doors shall comply with the required
fire rating - see also Section 8800 Glazing.
04.0 Hardware: Provide these doors with fuse-linked automatic closing device
in case of fire. Provide further hardware according to hardware schedule - see
Section 8700 Hardware.
2 02 02 03 05 Thermal Rating
Thermal rated doors shall be tested and labelled by an authorised and independent Laboratory,
according to the requirements of ASTM C236 or ASTM C976 or an equivalent Standard.
They shall be set into frames with gaskets on all four sides.
Provide thermal rated doors with a max. U-value of 2,0 (W/m2.K), unless otherwise indicated.
2 02 02 03 06 Sound Rating
Doors shall be tested and labelled by an authorised and independent Laboratory, according to the
requirements of ASTM E90 and classified according to the requirements of ASTM E 413 or an
equivalent Standard.
Provide sound rated assemblies with ratings based on STC or Rw, as indicated in schedules.
2 02 02 04 01 General
Note: If any enclosure such as a door pocket has to be provided for this item,
specify separately or add to this specification.
01.0 Flush wood doors shall be sound, rigid and free from warp and buckle.
All edges shall be aligned and smooth. Leaves shall be of minimum thickness 40
mm.
02.0 Flush wood doors shall comply with the requirements of ANSI/NWWDA
I.S.1-A or an equivalent Standard. Species and grade of lumber and wood
veneers shall be as described in these standards.
2 02 02 04 02 Decorative Faces
03.0 Wood veneer grade two or medium density overlay (MDO) for painted surfaces.
2 02 02 04 03 Core Construction
02.0 Semisolid particle board with tubular cavities through its length.
Doors shall have 30 mm wide stiles and rails made of thoroughly kiln-dried hardwood lumber. For
doors with hardwood veneer faces or HPL-laminated they shall match the face veneer.
2 02 02 04 05 Finishing
Doors shall be factory finished on all sides. Transparent finish for veneered doors shall be
according to AWI 1500 ; enamel finish according to SSA 472 or an equivalent Standard.
Provide colors, sheen and pattern as indicated in schedules.
2 02 02 04 06 Glazed Openings
Note: Cut-outs should be minimum 15 cm off the edge of the door as well as
other cut-outs such as mortised locks.
Vision glazing shall be done according to schedules and drawings. Glass shall be fixed by means
of beads on both sides, nailed with countersunk nails outside and screwed with ovalheaded and nickel-
plated screws inside. Drill countersunk holes before painting or spraying.
Factory-preglazed doors with type of glass indicated. Comply with requirements of Section 8800 Glazing
2 02 02 04 07 Louvers
Provide sight proof, stationary louvers where indicated. Louver blades and frames shall be made
of minimum 1,5 mm thick extruded aluminium with an anodised finish. Frames shall cover both
sides of the cut-out and fixed with countersunk, oval headed and nickel-plated screws.
Provide finish as indicated in schedules.
Factory-premachine flush doors for hardware in accordance with Finish Hardware Schedule and
templates provided by hardware suppliers.
Note: If any enclosure such as door pocket has to be provided for this item,
specify separately or add to this specification.
01.0 Provide sliding glass doors as single or double doors in size and shape
with top hung- or bottom roller door gear as indicated in drawings and schedules,
according to AAMA101 or an equivalent Standard.
02.0 Fabricate sliding glass doors with stiles and rails made of slim-line
aluminium profiles. Use manufacturers standard extruded aluminium sections
complying with ISO 209 or an equivalent Standard. Tempered float glass shall be
set into these frames by means of dry-glazing method with pre-formed gaskets
of neoprene or similar material acceptable to the Engineer.
04.0 Provide glass as indicated in schedules and comply with Section 8800
Glazing.
2 02 02 06 Sliding Grilles
2 02 04 Security Doors
01.0 Provide burglar resistant single swing doors of design, type and material
indicated in drawings and schedules. Doors shall be fabricated and tested
according to the requirements of DIN 18103 or an equivalent Standard. Testing
shall be done by an independent laboratory. Doors shall be durably marked with
DIN 18103 - EH or an equivalent label.
02.0 Glazing: Any glazing in these doors shall conform at least to resistance
class B2 as specified in DIN 52290 - 3.
03.0 Hardware: Provide these doors with complete hardware. Tumbler locks
shall conform to class 3 of DIN 18251 or DIN 18250 Part 1 with at least 5
tumblers. Cylinder locks shall conform to DIN 18251 or DIN 18251 - 1 with
locking cylinders as specified in DIN 18252. Security doorplates shall conform to
DIN 18257 or a comparable mechanical protection shall be provided.
2 02 04 02 Vault Doors
Provide attack- and fire-resistant swing doors of design and size indicated in drawings and
schedules.
01.0 Provide GSA Class 5 Security Vault Door in accordance with the
applicable Standard, tested and labelled by an authorised and independent
laboratory.
2 02 04 02 01 Frames
Frames shall be fully welded units with integral trim. Knock-down frames are not acceptable.
They shall have gaskets on all sides. Provide anchors designed to transfer all blast loadings or attach
properly to walls or subframes.
2 02 04 02 02 Doors
Doors shall be made of steel sheets without any visible seams including vertical edges. They
shall be insulated with non-combustible insulation material.
2 02 04 02 03 Hardware
Provide doors and frames with complete hardware. Doors shall be equipped with key change
combination lock and inside escape device.
2 02 04 02 04 Day Gate
Provide gates if required. They shall have a frame of steel angles or hollow profiles with min. one
intermediate rail. Panels shall be of heavy wire mesh. The lock shall be operable from either side.
2 02 04 02 05 Finish
Grind all exposed welds smooth after fabrication, clean all surfaces to insure proper paint
adhesion and provide the following finish:
01.0 Zinc-coating of minimum thickness 15 micrometer and treated with one coat
of suitable priming paint.
02.0 Hot-dip galvanized with a minimum layer of 350 g/m2, complying with the requirements
of ISO 1461 or an equivalent Standard and treated with one coat of suitable priming paint.
Cold storage doors and frames shall be manufacturers standard comprising the following
requirements:
03.0 Gaskets shall be provided of neoprene or similar material in two planes on all
four sides. It shall be flexible even under cold room temperatures of approximately -18
deg. C. Door shall be fully airtight in closed position.
04.0 Hardware: Provide door with complete hardware installed. Hinges shall be of
natural anodised aluminium or stainless steel. Operation shall be by a lever handle from
both sides
2 02 06 01 General
Provide coiling doors and grilles according to designs, sizes and windloads shown on drawings
and schedules.
2 02 06 02 01 Door Curtain
Fabricate door curtain of interlocking slats designed to withstand required windload, of continuous
length for width of door without splices. Material thickness shall be manufacturers standard for the
adequate width.
01.0 Use hot-dip galvanized steel sheets (min. thickness 0,8 mm, min. zinc-
coating 275 g/m2) for fabrication of standard S- configuration slats. Apply one
coat of prime paint prior to roll-forming.
02.0 Use hot-dip galvanized steel sheets (min. thickness 0,8 mm outside and
0,6 mm inside, min. zinc-coating 275 g/m2) for fabrication of insulated flat slats.
Apply one coat of prime paint prior to roll-forming. Insulate with approx. 20 mm
polystyrene.
03.0 Use minimum 1,0 mm thick, clear anodised aluminium, for fabrication of
flat slats.
04.0 Use minimum 1,0 mm thick , clear anodised aluminium, for fabrication of
flat slats, punched across the entire length, which will provide an open area of
approximately 30 %.
End locks: Galvanized, malleable iron castings fixed to slats with rivets. Provide locks on alternate slats
for alignment and resistance against lateral movement.
Windsocks: Galvanized malleable iron castings fixed to slats with rivets. Unless otherwise recommended
by door manufacturer, provide wind locks on doors exceeding 4,50 m in width.
Bottom bar: Consisting of 2 angles, each not less than 25 x 25 x 3 mm, either galvanized steel or
aluminium extrusions to suit type of curtain slats.
Provide a replaceable gasket of flexible vinyl or neoprene between angles as a weather seal and cushion
bumper for manually operated doors.
2 02 06 02 02 Jambs
01.0 Jamb guides: Steel angles or channels and angles with sufficient depth
and strength to retain curtain loading. Use sections not less than 4,0 mm thick.
Slot bolt holes for track adjustment.
2 02 06 02 03 Counterbalancing Mechanism
04.0 Brackets: Bracket plates for mounting the curtain and barrel assembly
shall be made from minimum 4,0 mm steel plate and attached to the wall angle of
the guide assembly with 12,0 mm hardened bolts.
05.0 Hood: Form to entirely enclose coiled curtain and operating mechanism.
Use minimum 0,6 mm hot-dip galvanized, prime painted steel sheet (min. zink
coating 275 g/m2), or anodised aluminium sheets of 0,8 mm minimum thickness,
depending on curtain material.
2 02 06 02 04 Operator
02.0 Provide single phase electric motor with built-in overload protection for
voltage indicated, inclusive transmission gear to allow for door travel of 15 to 30
cm per second.
Safety devices: - Adjustable friction clutch to protect door and operator if door
movement is obstructed.
- Limit switches enclosed in electrical control box, easily
accessible for precision setting.
- Floor operated disconnect or chain hoist for manual operation.
2 02 06 02 05 Finishing
01.0 Shop clean and prime all ferrous non galvanized metal with
manufacturers standard rust-inhibitive primer.
02.0 Galvanise (hot-dip) all ferrous metal after fabrication, min. thickness 350
g/m2 and apply one coat of primer.
2 02 06 03 01 General
Provide overhead coiling fire doors complying with Underwriters Laboratory (UL) requirements for
Class A doors or an equivalent requirement. They shall be tested and labelled by an authorised and
independent laboratory. Fire rating shall be as indicated in schedules.
2 02 06 03 02 Curtain Slats
Fabricate door curtain of interlocking slats. Use hot-dip galvanized steel sheets (min. zinc-coating
275 g/m2) for fabrication of standard S- configuration slats. Apply one coat of prime paint prior to roll-
forming.
2 02 06 03 03 Jambs
01.0 Jamb guides: Steel angles or channels and angles with sufficient depth
and strength to retain curtain loading. Use sections not less than 4,0 mm thick.
Slot bolt holes for track adjustment.
2 02 06 03 04 Counterbalancing Mechanism
04.0 Brackets: Bracket plates for mounting the curtain and barrel assembly
shall be made from minimum 4,0 mm steel plate and attached to the wall angle of
the guide assembly with 12,0 mm hardened bolts.
05.0 Hood: Form to entirely enclose coiled curtain and operating mechanism.
Use minimum 0,6 mm hot-dip galvanized, prime painted steel sheet with min.
zinc coating of 275 g/m2.
2 02 06 03 05 Operator
02.0 Provide single phase electric motor with built-in overload protection
for voltage indicated, inclusive transmission gear to allow for door travel
of 15 to 30 cm per second.
Safety devices: - Adjustable friction clutch to protect door and operator if
door
movement is obstructed.
- Limit switches enclosed in electrical control box, easily
accessible for precision setting.
- Floor operated disconnect or chain hoist for manual operation.
2 02 06 03 06 Automatic Closure
Starter mechanism shall transfer a portion of spring tension to door shaft, causing curtain to
close. Use bronze or any non-corrosive material for springs and pawls to insure descent at any
emergency case. Governor shall control descent in order to avoid potential injuries. They shall be opened
manually in case of emergency. Governor and starter mechanism shall not interfere with normal door
operation.
2 02 06 03 07 Finishing
01.0 Shop clean and prime all ferrous non-galvanized metal with
manufacturers standard rust inhibitive primer.
02.0 Galvanise (hot-dip) all ferrous metal after fabrication, min. thickness 350
g/m2 and apply one coat of primer.
2 02 06 04 01 Door Curtain
Door Curtain shall consist of 8 mm aluminium rods; vertically spaced 5 cm, with interlocking
links spaced horizontally 15 cm maximum.
2 02 06 04 02 Jamb Guides
Extruded aluminium guide with wool pile inserts to reduce noise. Fix continuous wall angle with
minimum 8 mm bolts at 75 cm distances, unless closer spacing recommended by door manufacturer.
Provide removable stops on guides to prevent overtravel of curtain and also allow for curtain maintenance
without removal of guides.
2 02 06 04 03 Counterbalancing Mechanism
04.0 Brackets: Bracket plates for mounting the curtain and barrel assembly
shall be made of minimum 4,0 mm steel plate and attached to the wall angle of
the guide assembly with 12,0 mm hardened bolts.
05.0 Hood: Form to entirely enclose coiled curtain and operating mechanism.
Use minimum 0,8 mm, clear anodised sheet aluminium and intermediate support
brackets as recommended by the manufacturer.
2 02 06 04 04 Operator
2 02 06 04 05 Finishing
01.0 Shop clean and prime all ferrous non galvanized metal with
manufacturers standard rust inhibitive primer.
02.0 Galvanise (hot-dip) all ferrous metal after fabrication, min. thickness 350
g/m2 and apply one coat of primer.
2 02 06 05 01 Door Curtain
Fabricate door curtain of interlocking slats, of continuous length for width of door without splices.
Material thickness shall be manufacturers standard for the adequate width.
01.0 Use minimum 1,0 mm thick, anodised aluminium for fabrication of flat
slats.
02.0 Use hot-dip galvanized steel sheets (min. thickness 0,8 mm, min. zinc-
coating 275 g/m2) for fabrication of flat slats. Apply one coat of primer prior to
roll-forming.
03.0 Use minimum 0,8 mm thick stainless steel sheets for fabrication of flat
slats.
End locks: Provide security end locks for doors wider than 3,50 m.
Bottom bar: Consisting of extruded aluminium, or galvanized and primed steel, or stainless steel
to suit type of curtain slats. Provide sliding lock bolt, lifting handle (manual operation) and extruded vinyl
astragal for sill protection.
2 02 06 05 02 Jamb Guides
Provide extruded aluminium sections, galvanized steel or stainless steel to suit the type of curtain
slats. Use wool pile inserts on both sides to reduce noise and slat wear.
Provide removable bell mouth stops on guides to prevent overtravel of curtain and also allow for curtain
maintenance without removal of guides.
2 02 06 05 03 Counterbalancing Mechanism
03.0 Brackets: Bracket plates for mounting the curtain and barrel assembly
shall be made from minimum 4,0 mm steel plate, formed to provide flanged
mounting surface for hood attachment and galvanized (hot dip) after fabrication.
The drive side bracket shall be fitted with a sealed ball bearing.
04.0 Hood: Form to entirely enclose coiled curtain and operating mechanism.
Use anodised aluminium sheets of 0,8 mm minimum thickness, or minimum 0,6
mm hot-dip galvanized and prime painted steel sheet (min. zinc coating 275
g/m2), or minimum 0,6 mm stainless steel sheet, depending on curtain material.
2 02 06 05 04 Operator
01.0 Manual operation with lifting handle, doors greater than 3,0 m wide or 2,0
m high shall be provided with crank operation.
02.0 Provide single phase electric motor with built-in overload protection for
voltage indicated, inclusive transmission gear to allow for door travel of 15 to 30
cm per second. Provide three button momentary contact on OPEN, CLOSE,
STOP with safety edge to reverse and open by overriding feature.
2 02 06 05 05 Finishing
2 02 06 06 01 General
Overhead coiling counter fire doors shall comply with Underwriters Laboratory (UL) requirements
for Class A doors or an equivalent requirement. They shall be tested and labelled by an authorised and
independent laboratory. Fire rating shall be as indicated in schedules.
2 02 06 06 02 Curtain Slats
01.0 Fabricate door curtain of interlocking slats. Use hot-dip galvanized steel
sheets (min. zinc-coating 275 g/m2) for fabrication of standard S- configuration
slats. Apply one coat of primer prior to roll-forming.
02.0 End locks: Provide security endlocks for doors wider than 3,50 m.
03.0 Bottom bar: Consisting of galvanized and primed steel. Provide sliding
lock bolt, lifting handle (manual operation) and extruded vinyl astragal for sill
protection.
2 02 06 06 03 Jamb Guides
Provide galvanized steel sections. Use inserts on both sides to reduce noise and slat wear.
Provide removable bell mouth stops on guides to prevent overtravel of curtain and also allow for curtain
maintenance without removal of guides.
2 02 06 06 04 Counterbalancing Mechanism
03.0 Brackets: Bracket plates for mounting the curtain and barrel assembly
shall be made from minimum 4,0 mm steel plate, formed to provide flanged
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mounting surface for hood attachment and galvanized (hot dip) after fabrication.
The drive side bracket shall be fitted with a sealed ball bearing.
04.0 Hood: Form to entirely enclose coiled curtain and operating mechanism.
Use minimum 0,6 mm hot-dip galvanized and primed steel sheet (min. zinc
coating 275 g/m2).
2 02 06 06 05 Operator
01.0 Manual operation with lifting handle; doors greater than 3,0 m wide or 2,0
m high shall be provided with crank operation.
02.0 Provide single phase electric motor with built-in overload protection for
voltage indicated, inclusive transmission gear to allow for door travel of 15 to 30
cm per second. Provide three button momentary contact on OPEN, CLOSE,
STOP with safety edge to reverse and open by overriding feature.
2 02 06 06 06 Automatic Closure
Starter mechanism shall transfer a portion of spring tension to door shaft, causing curtain to
close. Use bronze or any non-corrosive material for springs and pawls to insure descent at any
emergency case. Governor shall control descent in order to avoid potential injuries. They shall be opened
manually in case of emergency. Governor and starter mechanism shall not interfere with normal door
operation.
2 02 06 06 07 Finishing
2 02 07 All-Glass Doors
Provide All-Glass doors of design, type and size indicated in drawings and schedules
2 02 07 01 Frames
Note: Use the following frame types for your schedule, see ref. General
Terms: - Wrap around frames (U-shaped)
- Butt-type frames (U-shaped)
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Division 08 Doors and Windows Section 08300 Special Doors
2 02 07 01 01 General
01.0 Provide metal door frames of types and styles indicated on drawings and
schedules, complying with ANSI/SDI 100 or an equivalent Standard.
02.0 Fabricate metal door frames to be rigid, neat in appearance and free
from defects, warp or buckle. Accurately form metal according to schedules and
drawings to required sizes and profiles.
03.0 Frames shall consist of jambs, head and where applicable transom.
Corners shall be mitred and welded, or rigidly joined together by mechanical
means.
Provide frames of material indicated in schedules.
04.0 The bases of frames shall be braced with adjustable base ties to hold the
frames rigid during transit and erection.
05.0 Fasteners: Each jamb shall be provided with three fastening devices,
made of galvanized mild steel of minimum thickness 1,5 mm. Fasteners shall be
concealed wherever possible. For exposed fastening provide countersunk flat
head screws.
2 02 07 01 02 Hardware Application
01.0 Mortar guards shall be welded in the frame where cut-outs are provided
for lock strike plates, bolts and hinges.
2 02 07 01 03 Fanlights
Provision shall be made for glazing fanlights of ceiling height frames by means of beads and dry-
glazing. Beads shall be fixed with countersunk, oval-headed and nickel-plated or stainless steel screws,
depending on framing material.
2 02 07 01 04 Gaskets
Provide pre-formed gaskets of neoprene or similar material acceptable to the Engineer, on jambs,
heads and if applicable for glazing of fanlights.
2 02 07 02 Door Leaves
Door leaves shall be made of fully tempered float glass of 10 mm thickness, produced according
to the requirements of DIN 1249 - 12 or an equivalent Standard. Any drilling and cutting shall be done
before tempering. All edges shall be bevelled and ground smooth. Provide colours or pattern as indicated
in schedules.
2 02 07 03 Hardware
Provide doors with complete hardware as indicated in Hardware Schedule - see Section 8700
Hardware.
2 02 07 04 Glazing
2 02 07 05 Finish
02.0 Steel frames for humid areas shall be hot-dip galvanized with a minimum
layer of 350 g/m2, complying with the requirements of ISO 1461 or an equivalent
Standard and treated with one coat of suitable priming paint.
2 02 08 01 01 Frame
Frame construction shall consist of galvanized steel hinge plates, welded to min. 5 mm vertical
steel rods with a single row at bottom and top, and intermediate rows at max. 1,0 m distances. Trolley pin
of high tensile strength to be encased in hinge plate.
2 02 08 01 02 Finish
2 02 08 01 03 Suspension System
Suspension system shall consist of continuous C-channel track of galvanized steel, with factory
finish, fixed to the existing structure. It may be recessed or surface mounted as indicated in drawings.
Frame shall be supported by ball bearing trolley assemblies.
2 02 08 01 04 Sound Seals
01.0 Sound seals shall be pairs of flexible sweep strips at top and bottom.
Lead posts shall nest into an extended aluminium, foam-lined jamb.
2 02 08 01 05 Hardware
Support system as defined above. Pull handle with integrated latch as manufacturers standard
application. For any other hardware see Hardware Schedule and Section 8800 Hardware.
2 02 08 02 01 Folding Panels
Folding panels shall be made of min. 10 mm thick, high density particle board, in widths between
15 and 35 cm, depending on width of door. They shall be continuously connected (full height) by extruded
vinyl hinges; colour-co-ordinate with panel finish.
2 02 08 02 02 Finish
01.0 Panel finish shall be factory applied wood grain vinyl laminate.
02.0 Colours and patterns will be chosen by the Engineer from manufacturers
colour chart.
2 02 08 02 03 Suspension System
Suspension system shall consist of continuous C-channel track of galvanized steel, with factory
finish, fixed to the existing structure. It may be recessed or surface-mounted as indicated in drawings.
Panels shall be supported by 2-wheel ball bearing trolley assemblies mounted on each panel and a 4-
wheel assembly on the lead post.
2 02 08 02 04 Hardware
Support system as defined above. Pull handle with integrated latch as manufacturers standard
application. For any other hardware see Hardware Schedule and Section 8800 Hardware.
Provide sectional overhead doors of design, type and size indicated in drawings and schedules.
2 02 09 01 01 Door Curtain
Fabricate door curtain of flat or ribbed, smooth or embossed sections as indicated, with roll-formed
tongue and groove joint between sections for water tightness. They shall be of continuous length for width
of door without splices, designed to withstand required wind load. Material thickness shall be
manufacturers standard for the adequate width.
01.0 Use hot-dip galvanized steel sheets (min. thickness 0,7 mm, min. zinc-
coating 275 g/m2) for fabrication of approx. 5 cm thick standard sections. Apply
one coat of primer before roll forming.
03.0 Use hot-dip galvanized steel sheets (min. thickness 0,55 mm, min. zinc-
coating 275 g/m2) for fabrication of approx. 5 cm thick sandwich sections with
polystyrene core. Apply one coat of primer before roll forming. Provide thermal
break for interlocking joints. Max U-value for the total installed set 0,2 W/m2.K.
Vision panels: Vision panels shall be of the indicated size and type of glass, set
into aluminium frame with snap-in glazing beads, or encased in
one piece vulcanised EPDM-rubber frame.
2 02 09 01 02 Tracks
Tracks shall be of galvanized steel, min.5 cm deep depending on door size. They shall be
mounted by brackets or continuous angle, fully adjustable for sealing door to jamb.
2 02 09 01 03 Counterbalancing Mechanism
Heavy duty oil-tempered wire torsion springs on continuous ball bearing cross header shaft.
Galvanized aircraft-type lifting cables with min. safety factor of 5 to 1.
2 02 09 01 04 Hardware
Hinges and brackets to be made from galvanized steel. Provide track rollers with ball bearings
and lock for standard profile-cylinder application.
2 02 09 01 05 Weather-stripping
Bottom of door shall have flexible U-shape vinyl seal in aluminium retainer. Perimeter seals for
jambs, header and between sections shall be provided for insulated doors only, if not otherwise indicated.
2 02 09 01 06 Operator
2 02 09 01 07 Finishing
01.0 Exterior of door sections (sandwich sections both outer faces) shall have
two coats of manufacturers standard enamel paint over primer. Interior of
sections shall have one coat of enamel paint over primer.
2 02 09 02 01 Door Curtain
01.0 Fabricate door curtain of extruded aluminium profiles with min. wall
thickness of 1,5 mm. Meeting rails shall have offset interlocking joints to provide
watertight closure and assure alignment the full width of each section. Sections
shall be min. 5 cm thick. Sizes of profiles shall be defined by manufacturer for
door width and required windload.
02.0 Panels: Solid panels shall be of min. 1,0 mm thick aluminium, held in
place by inside snap-in glazing beads of aluminium or vinyl material.
03.0 Glazing: Sections shall be factory pre-glazed with type of glass indicated
in schedule. Fix glass panes similar to aluminium panels.
2 02 09 02 02 Tracks
Tracks shall be of galvanized steel, min.5 cm deep depending on door size. They shall be
mounted by brackets or continuous angle, fully adjustable for sealing door to jamb.
2 02 09 02 03 Counterbalancing Mechanism
Heavy duty oil-tempered wire torsion springs on continuous ball bearing cross header shaft.
Galvanized aircraft-type lifting cables with min. safety factor of 5 to 1.
2 02 09 02 04 Hardware
Hinges and brackets shall be made from min. 2,0 mm thick galvanized steel. Provide track rollers
with ball bearings and lock for standard profile-cylinder application.
2 02 09 02 05 Weather-stripping
(1) Bottom of door shall have flexible U-shape vinyl seal in aluminium retainer.
(2) Provide perimeter seals for jambs, header and between sections of vinyl or similar
material.
2 02 09 02 06 Operator
03.0 Provide single phase electric motor with built-in overload protection for
voltage indicated, inclusive transmission gear to allow for door travel of 15 to 30
cm per second.
Safety devices: Adjustable friction clutch to protect door and operator if door
movement is obstructed.
Limit switches enclosed in electrical control box, easily
accessible for precision setting.
Floor operated disconnect or chain hoist for manual operation.
2 02 09 02 07 Finishing
2 02 10 Traffic Doors
Curtain shall be made of high quality, clear PVC strips. Width and thickness of strips shall be
defined according to height of door; minimum size shall be 200 x 2 mm.
Doors for interior use shall overlap approx. 50 % of width (single overlap); exterior doors approx. 90 - 100
% (double overlap).
Provide flexible traffic doors for light or heavy industrial use of design and sizes indicated in
schedules and drawings.
2 02 10 02 01 Door panels
01.0 Door panels for light industrial-use, door sizes max. 2,5 x 2,5 m, shall be
made of min. 8 mm thick rubber, incorporating several layers of canvas for max.
strength; carcase shall be covered with min. 2 mm tough, high grade rubber for
high abrasion resistance.
02.0 Door panels for heavy industrial-use, and door sizes up to 3,5 x 3,5 m,
shall be made of min. 12 mm thick rubber, incorporating min. 4 layers of heavy
canvas for max. strength; carcase shall be covered with min. 2 mm tough, high
grade rubber for high abrasion resistance.
03.0 Vision panels shall be of clear PVC and set into panels with pressed
steel frames.
2 02 10 02 02 Frame
01.0 Frame for doors up to 2,5 x 2,5 m shall be min. 40 mm heavy steel tube
of cantilever construction for max. rigidity with flat steel extension to fix the rubber
panels
02.0 Frames for heavy industrial-use doors up to 3,5 x 3,5 m shall be of min.
60 mm heavy steel tubes.
03.0 Spring mechanism shall be a separate unit sliding inside the vertical
tube. Strength of spring shall be manufacturers standard for the adequate door
sizes.
04.0 Pivots: The weight of the doors shall be carried by thrust bearings at the
bottom and the turning motion supported by ball bearings at top and bottom.
2 02 10 02 03 Finish
01.0 Frame shall be primed and factory finished with manufacturers standard
paint finish.
02.0 Frame shall be hot-dip galvanized after fabrication, primed and factory
finished with manufacturers standard paint finish.
2 03 Fabrication
Fabricate special doors and frames to design and sizes indicated, in accordance with approved
shop drawings and in compliance with referenced standards.
2 03 01 Prefabrication / Workmanship
02.0 Sizing: The profiles used for frames and doors shall be dimensioned
adequately to carry the loads of the individual door sizes. Use manufacturers
tables for dimensioning.
03.0 Welding: Fabricate steel frames with mitred corners and fully welded.
Transoms and mullions may be fastened by butt welding. Grind exposed welds
smooth and fully remove weld spatter and welding oxides. Restore mechanical
finish. Avoid distortion and discoloration on finished surfaces of stainless steel
when welding.
08.0 Drainage: Fabricate stops for solid panels and glazing for external doors
in a way that any water and condensation can be drained to the exterior.
2 03 02 Shop Assembly
Any frames and doors shall be assembled completely in the shop and shall not be dismantled for
shipping.
2 03 03 Shop Finishing
2 03 03 01 General
All stainless steel, aluminium and wood doors and frames shall be shop finished. Steel doors and
frames shall be shop finished as indicated in the respective paragraphs and items. Precautions shall be
taken to prevent any damage while shipping to the site.
2 03 03 02 Uniformity of Finish
Abutting members shall not have an integral colour or texture variation greater than half the range
indicated in the sample submittal.
2 03 04 Tolerances
2 03 05 Inspections
The Engineer shall be informed when the first unit is produced to allow for inspection before
production of the total amount and also before shipping.
3 Part 3: Execution
3 01 General Examination
Examine existing conditions for compliance with schedules and for completeness of other trades
supposed to be finished before starting of door installation.
Do not proceed with installation until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
3 02 General Preparation
Examine doors prior to installation. Minor damages may be repaired on site provided refinished
items are equal in all respects to new work and acceptable to the Engineer; otherwise replace damaged
items as directed.
Verify that doors comply with the requirements in schedules for type, size, location and swing
characteristic.
3 03 Installation
Install special doors, frames and accessories in accordance with final shop drawings,
manufacturers data and as herein specified.
Joints: Joints to surrounding construction shall be foamed and sealed as indicated in drawings
and schedules. Use adequate elastic sealing component complying with ISO 11600 or an equivalent
Standard. Joints shall be cleaned and if necessary be primed before filling. Width and depth of sealer
shall be similar - see also detail drawings.
3 03 01 Access Doors
3 03 02 Sliding Doors
01.0 Install doors and tracks complete with necessary hardware, anchors and
inserts in accordance with final shop drawings and manufacturers written
instructions. Provide only fasteners of galvanized steel. For aluminium doors and
tracks provide fasteners of aluminium or stainless steel, and only stainless steel
fasteners for stainless steel doors and tracks.
03.0 Upon completion of installation, test and adjust doors to operate easily.
3 03 04 Security Doors
02.0 Air gaps for burglar resistant doors on lock- and hinge side and on upper
edge shall not exceed 4 mm, and that on the bottom edge shall not be more than
7 mm.
03.0 Install fire rated doors also in accordance with ANSI/NFPA 80 Standard.
Install these doors according to manufacturers instructions. Fix doors with minimum 3 non-
corrosive fasteners each jamb. Fill the gaps to surrounding walls with foam and provide damp-proof
connection. Prepare joints to surrounding walls as indicated in drawings.
01.0 Install door and operating equipment complete with necessary hardware,
jamb and head mold strips, anchors, inserts and hangers in accordance with final
shop drawings and manufacturers instructions.
02.0 Fire rated doors shall comply with installation requirements of NFPA 80
or an equivalent Standard.
03.0 Upon completion of installation lubricate, test and adjust doors to operate
easily.
3 03 07 All-Glass Doors
01.0 Fix metal door frames for all-glass doors as specified in Section 8100.
02.0 Fit all-glass doors accurately to frames for uniform clearance at each
edge.
03.0 Glass doors shall be taken off after installation and stored at a save and
convenient place - co-ordinate with the Engineer.
Note: Provide information whether header and/or support structure for track
fixing are available.
02.0 Install folding doors only after flooring has been finished.
03.0 Fix tracks strictly parallel to floor to allow smooth riding of bottom sweeps
and make sure that the required sound insulation is achieved.
01.0 Install door, track and operating equipment complete with necessary
hardware, jamb and head mold stops, anchors, inserts, hangers and equipment
supports in accordance with final shop drawings and manufacturers written
instructions.
03.0 Upon completion of installation lubricate, test and adjust doors to operate
easily and fit weather tight for the entire perimeter.
3 03 10 Traffic Doors
01.0 Install doors or flexible strips and operating equipment complete with
necessary hardware in accordance with final shop drawings and manufacturers
written instructions.
Clean doors and frames prior to final inspection and remove protective plastic wrappings from
prefinished doors.
3 06 Demonstration
Note: State requirements to demonstrate operation and maintenance of
equipment to the employer's personnel including special training if required.
3 07 Protection
Protect frames and doors as recommended by manufacturer to ensure that they are without
damage at time of handing over. If necessary, or ordered by the Engineer, remove door leaves and store
it at a secure place.
3 08 Schedules
Note: If door schedules are not provided by the Architect (Employer), require
Contractor to provide for approval by the Engineer!
4 01 General
For doors, door frames with and without side- and fanlights the co-ordinating size shall be taken
as basis for measurement.
Double leaf doors or doors with side- or fanlights will be considered as one unit.
In cases of factory preglazed units the glass will not be measured separately.
Hardware which is specified to be supplied with the door will not be measured separately.
4 02 Units of Measurement
Door sets shall be enumerated. Fixing and fitting will be included with the items.
Hardware which is specified with the doors and all hardware for fire rated doors will be included
with the items.
Operating equipment inclusive of all electric and electronic accessories which are specified with
the door will be included with the items.
5 01 General
Payment will be made for complete work including, but not limited to furnishing all materials,
equipment, tools, scaffolding, storage facilities, water, power, labour, samples and mock-ups, co-
ordinating work with other trades, checking, examination, testing, quality assurance, cleaning and
protecting.
Setting of door frames, fitting and hanging of door leaves inclusive of all setting materials, i.e.
anchorages, bolts etc.
6 01 Tables
6 02 Figures
7 01 Modular System
For sizing of door and window openings it is proposed to use the ISO modular system with the
basic Module M = 100 mm.
See the following Standards for explanation.
ISO 2776 Modular co-ordination - Co-ordinating sizes for door sets - External and
internal