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SECTION 06 80 10 - FIBERGLASS-REINFORCED POLYMER COLUMNS
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section includes fiberglass-reinforced polymer columns.
B. Related Requirements:
1. Section 05 12 00 “Structural Steel” for structural steel support framing.
2. Section 06 10 00 "Rough Carpentry" for supplementary supports for large items.
3. Section 09 91 00 “Painting” for field painting and sealing prior to painting.
1.3 PRE-INSTALLATION MEETINGS
A. Pre-installation Conference: Conduct conference at Project site.
1.4 ACTION SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: For each type of product.
1. Include construction details, material descriptions, dimensions of individual components
and profiles, and finishes for fiberglass-reinforced polymer columns.
B. Shop Drawings:
1. Include plans, elevations, sections, mounting and attachment details.
2. Include dimensions, required clearances, method of field assembly, and location and size
of each field connection.
3. Detail fabrication and assembly of fiberglass-reinforced polymer columns.
C. Samples: For each exposed product and for each color and texture specified.
D. Samples for Verification: For each type of unit and each type of exposed finish.
1.5 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS
A. Qualification Data: For Installer, manufacturer and fabricator.
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B. Qualification Data for Manufacturer: Internal Quality Control and Assurance Procedures based
on provisions published in the “Guidelines and Recommended Practices for Fiberglass
Reinforced Plastic Architectural Products.”
C. Material Certificates: For each type of material or product.
1. Surface coat.
2. Polyester resin.
3. Glass fiber.
D. Material Test Reports: For each material, by a qualified testing agency.
E. Source quality-control reports.
F. Field quality-control reports.
G. Sample Warranty: For manufacturer's warranty.
1.6 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS
A. Maintenance Data: For products or materials to include in maintenance manuals.
1.7 MAINTENANCE MATERIAL SUBMITTALS
A. Furnish extra materials that match products installed and that are packaged with protective
covering for storage and identified with labels describing contents.
1.8 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Manufacturer Qualifications: Refer to Specification Section 01 40 00 “Quality Requirements.”
B. Fabricator Qualifications: Refer to Specification Section 01 40 00 “Quality Requirements.”
C. Installer Qualifications: Refer to Specification Section 01 40 00 “Quality Requirements.”
D. Single Source Responsibility for Architectural Fiberglass: Obtain architectural fiberglass from a
single source with resources to provide products complying with requirements indicated without
delaying the Work.
E. Manufacturer’s Vendor Approved Manufacturing Program: Vendor shall have certified
documentation regarding manufacturing processes and materials from a recognized vendor in
the composites industry.
F. Mockups: Build mockups, if requested in writing by Architect, to verify selections made under
Sample submittals to demonstrate aesthetic effects, to set quality standards for materials and
execution and to set quality standards for fabrication and installation.
1. Build mockup of typical fiberglass-reinforced polymer column as shown on Drawings.
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2. Approval of mockups does not constitute approval of deviations from the Contract
Documents contained in mockups unless Architect specifically approves such deviations
in writing.
3. Subject to compliance with requirements, approved mockups may become part of the
completed Work if undisturbed at time of Substantial Completion.
1.9 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. Transport, lift and handle units with care, avoiding excessive stress and preventing damage;
use appropriate equipment.
B. Store products in manufacturer’s unopened packaging until ready for installation, in a clean, dry
area off the ground and protected from the weather, moisture and damage. Store units upright
and not stacked unless permitted by manufacturer.
1.10 FIELD CONDITIONS
A. Maintain environmental conditions within limits recommended by manufacturer.
1.11 WARRANTY
A. Manufacturer's Warranty: Manufacturer agrees to repair or replace components of fiberglass-
reinforced polymer columns that fail(s) in materials or workmanship within specified warranty
period.
1. Warranty Period: Limited lifetime of original owner.
2. Warranty shall be based on installation methods in conformance with manufacturer’s
recommendations and instructions. Manufacturer’s warranty shall not cover damage to
FRP caused by acts of God or structural, mechanical, electrical defects and defects of
adjacent materials furnished and installed by other trades.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the
following:
1. Dixie Pacific Manufacturing Co. 1015 Brundidge Blvd., Troy AL 36081, Ph.:
800.468.5993.
2. Edon Corp., 1160 Easton Road, Horsham PA 19044, Ph.: 215.672.8050.
3. Melton Classics, Inc., P.O. Box 465020, Lawrenceville GA 30045, Ph.: 800.963.3060.
4. Stromberg Architectural, 4400 Oneal St., Greenville TX 75402, Ph.: 903.454.0904.
5. Worthington Millwork, LLC, 17842 Ashley Drive, Panama City Beach FL 32413, Ph.:
800.872.11608.
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2.2 ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION
A. General:
1. Column designs shall have proportions based on the Classical Orders of Architecture.
2. Column shafts, capitals and bases shall be manufactured from the same fiberglass –
reinforced polymer resin composite as the column shafts. Polyurethane capitals and
bases are not acceptable.
3. Capitals and base/plinths shall be the manufacturer’ standard for the size and design
indicated.
2.3 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
A. Surface-Burning Characteristics: Comply with ASTM E 84; testing by a qualified testing agency.
Identify products with appropriate markings of applicable testing agency.
1. Flame-Spread Index: 25 or less.
2. Smoke-Developed Index: 450 or less.
B. Fire-Resistance Ratings: Comply with ASTM E 119; testing by a qualified testing agency.
Identify products with appropriate markings of applicable testing agency.
1. Indicate design designations from UL's "Fire Resistance Directory" or from the listings of
another qualified testing agency.
2. Combustion Characteristics: ASTM E 136.
C. Capacities and Characteristics:
1. Mat Laminate Flexural Strength ASTM D 790 20,000 psi.
2. Flexural Modulus ASTM D 790 10-6 x 1.5 psi.
3. Tensile Strength ASTM D 638 12,000 psi.
4. Compressive Strength-edge ASTM D 695 17,000 psi.
5. 24 hr. Water Absorption ASTM D 570 0.05%.
6. Barcol Hardness ASTM D 2583 45.
7. Glass Content 25-30% by weight.
2.4 MATERIALS
A. General: The fiberglass reinforced polymer components shall be designed, fabricated and
erected to conform to the codes applicable to the project and to the architect’s design criteria.
B. Materials:
1. Surface Coat: Ultra-violet inhibited NPG-ISO polyester gel coat, 20 mils thick nom.
2. Polyester Resin: Class A resin that will meet or exceed the requirements of ASTM E 84,
Class I flame spread rating.
3. Glass Fiber: Glass cloth, matte and chopped. Random chopped fibers shall be “E” type
equal to products of PPG-Owens Corning.
2.5 FABRICATION
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A. Fabrication of fiberglass-reinforced polymer products shall be manufactured using specified
resins and reinforced chopped glass fibers; exposed surfaces shall be sanded gel-coat for field
applied coatings. Structural reinforcing will be added where necessary.
B. Final ratio of materials shall be 40% fiber and 60% resin for the body of components.
C. Shaft thickness shall be 3/16-inch to ¼-inch, including gel coat, depending on column size.
D. Prior to fabrication, verify by measurement at the project site, all dimensions affecting the work
of this Section.
E. Fabricate materials to the required size and thickness to produce adequate strength and
durability in the finished product for its intended use. Work to the dimensions shown or accepted
on the shop drawings using proven details of fabrication and support.
F. Internal metal reinforcement, anchorage clips, brackets and all other “built-in” accessories shall
be captured and additionally reinforced with additional glass fiber and mat of sufficient thickness
as required by the manufacturer’s design.
G. Remove all units that are cracked, bent, chipped, scratched or are otherwise unsuitable for
installation and replaced with new, approved items.
2.6 GENERAL FINISH REQUIREMENTS
A. Protect mechanical finishes on exposed surfaces from damage by applying a strippable,
temporary protective covering before shipping.
B. Finish products after assembly.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine conditions, with Installer present, for compliance with requirements for installation
tolerances and other conditions affecting performance of the Work.
B. Examine FRP columns before installation. Reject any materials that are damaged.
C. Examine walls, floors, roofs for suitable conditions where FRP columns will be installed. Verify
that all conditions are plumb and true and that work previously installed under other
specification sections is acceptable for installation of FRP columns.
D. Prepare written report, endorsed by Installer, listing conditions detrimental to performance.
E. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
3.2 PREPARATION
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A. All surfaces where FRP products are to be installed shall be clean and free of debris.
B. Prepare substrates for connection devices carefully, using approved shop drawings and
preparation methods provided by manufacturer.
C. Install all supplementary and permanent support, wood blocking, metal studs or other means of
support specified by manufacturer.
3.3 INSTALLATION
A. Install in accordance with manufacturer’s written instructions.
B. Use tools and hardware approved by manufacturer.
C. Connect FRP components in accordance with approved shop drawings. Use only stainless steel
fasteners for connections.
D. Secure individual units as indicated, accurately fitted true to line and slopes as indicated and
required for proper alignment with adjacent work.
E. Provide expansion joints where moving joints in substrate occur.
F. Caulk joints as indicated on the approved drawings.
G. Install sealant and accessories as work progresses, so as to make the work weather tight.
H. Do not cut or abrade FRP Gelcoat finish, which cannot be completely restored in the field.
3.4 ERECTION TOLERANCES
A. Install units plumb, true to line and shim whenever necessary.
B. Allow no more than ¼-inch per 10 feet variation from approved shop drawings.
C. Align all vertical and horizontal seams.
3.5 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Manufacturer's Field Service: Engage a factory-authorized service representative to inspect
components and assembly installations, including connections.
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B. Fiberglass-reinforced polymer columns will be considered defective if they do not pass
inspections.
C. Prepare test inspection reports.
3.6 CLEANUP AND PROTECTION
A. Clean surfaces of FRP; comply with manufacturer’s written instructions. Repair or replace units
damaged during installation.
B. Protect FRP products from damage or deterioration until acceptance of the Work. Touch-up,
repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.
C. Clean and properly dispose of extra adhesives as well as shavings, trimmings and other trash in
the area.
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