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Specification Section 32 31 00
TYM-2000 HEAVY DUTY
CANTILEVER SLIDE
GATE SYSTEM
PART 1 - GENERAL:
1.01 SECTION INCLUDES:
A. The work in this section shall include furnishing all labor, materials, equipment and
appliances necessary to complete all Fortress TYM-2000 Heavy Duty Gate System(s)
required for this project in strict accordance with this specification section and
drawings. The gate and operator shall be specifically designed to complement each
other as a system and be provided by a single manufacturer. Components (operator
from one source and gate panel from another) assembled at the job site to form a
system will not be approved.
1.02 REFERENCES:
A. UL 325 Gate Operator Requirements. See 2.01 D.
1. Automated / operated vehicular gates are not to be used for pedestrian traffic.
Separate pedestrian gates must always be provided if pedestrian traffic is expected.
B. ASTM F2200 – Standard Specification for Automated Vehicular Gate Construction.
See 2.01 D.
C. ASTM F 1184 – Standard Specification for Industrial and Commercial Horizontal
Slide Gates, Type II, Class 2. See 3.02 B.
D. American Welding Society AWS D1.2 Structural Welding Code. See 2.01 C.
E. American Society of Civil Engineers – ASCE-7 Wind Load Requirements. See
1.03C4
1.03 SUBMITTAL:
A. Product Data:
1. Provide manufacturer’s catalog cuts with printed specifications and installation
instructions.
2. Deliver two copies of operation and maintenance data covering the installed
products. Manual to include parts list showing manufacturer’s names and part
numbers for the gate operator.
B. Shop Drawings:
1. Supply shop drawings showing the relationship of operating systems with gate
components, including details of all major components.
2. Include complete details of gate construction, gate height ane post spacing
dimensions.
C. Certification of Performance Criteria:
1. Manufacturer of gate system shall provide certification stating the gate system
includes the following material components that provide superior performance and
longevity. Alternate designs built to minimum standards that do not include these
additional structural features shall not be accepted.
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a. Gate track system shall be keyed to interlock into gate frame member
(providing 200% additional strength when compared to weld only keyless
systems). When interlocked with and welded to the "keyed" frame top member,
gate track forms a composite structure.
b. Gate shall have a minimum counterbalance length of 50% opening width which
provides a 36% increase in lateral resistance (when compared to ASTM
minimum of 40% counterbalance). If gate is ever to be automated,
counterbalance section shall be filled with fabric or other specified material.
c. To provide superior structural integrity, intermediate vertical members shall be
used - with spacing between verticals to be less than 50% of the gate frame
height.
d. Entire gate frame (including counterbalance section) shall include 2 adjustable
stainless or galvanized steel cables (minimum 3/16”) per bay to allow complete
gate frame adjustment (maintaining strongest structural square and level
orientation).
e. Gate truck assemblies shall be tested for continuous duty and shall have
precision ground and hardened components. Bearings shall be pre-lubricated
and contain shock resistant outer races and captured seals.
f. Gate truck assemblies shall be supported by a minimum 5/8” plated steel bolt
with self aligning capability, rated to support a 2,000 # reaction load.
g. Hanger brackets shall be hot dipped galvanized steel with a minimum 3/8”
thickness that is also gusseted for additional strength.
h. Gate top track and supporting hangar bracket assemblies shall be certified by a
licensed professional engineer to withstand a 2,000 lb. vertical reaction load
without exceeding allowable stresses.
i. Gate is to be designed to meet specified ASCE-7 wind load requirements with
the gate in the closed and latched condition only. Typical gate design is
expected to operate satisfactorily in winds up to 30 MPH. Depending on gate
panel infill, winds higher than 30 MPH may cause gate operational problems
(if automated, operator entrapment may trigger; gate panel may not engage
receiver). For sites with higher operational, non-typical, or specified wind
loadings, manufacturer should be advised of the site conditions and a
specifically engineered design will be offered.
D. Certifications:
1. Gate in compliance with ASTM F 2200, Standard Specification for Automated
Vehicular Gate Construction per section 1.02 B.
2. The gate operator shall be in compliance with UL 325 as evidenced by UL listing
label attached to gate operator. See 1.02 A
3. Gate manufacturer shall provide independent certification as to the use of a
documented Welding Procedure Specification and Procedure Qualification Record
to insure conformance to the AWS D1.2 welding code. Upon request, Individual
Certificates of Welder Qualification documenting successful completion of the
requirements of the AWS D1.2 code shall also be provided. See 1.02 D.
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4. Manufacturer shall supply gate design performance certification as per section 1.03
C.
5. Gate is to be designed to meet specified ASCE-7 wind load requirements with the
gate in the closed and latched condition only. Typical gate design is expected to
operate satisfactorily in winds up to 30 MPH. Depending on gate panel infill, winds
higher than 30 MPH may cause gate operational problems (operator entrapment
sensing may trigger; gate panel may not engage receiver). For sites with higher
operational, non-typical, or specified wind loadings, manufacturer should be
advised of the site conditions and a specifically engineered design will be offered.
See 1.02 E.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS:
2.01 CANTILEVER SLIDE GATE SYSTEM MANUFACTURERS:
A. The cantilever sliding gate system shall be manufactured by Tymetal Corp., 678
Wilbur Avenue, Greenwich, NY 12834 - (800) 328 – 4283 or (888) 978-4283.
B. Approved substitution – All other systems must be submitted to the design team in
accordance with substitution requirements as set forth in the general provisions of the
specification manual for approval prior to the bid date. Products submitted after the
bid date will not be approved.
2.02 VEHICULAR SLIDE GATE OPERATOR TYM-2000:
A. The slide gate operator as provided by Tymetal Corp. shall open and close cantilever,
overhead, or track gates, to provide convenience and security. This model is adapted
to function with most accessories including: radio controls, electro-mechanical locks,
single and three button control stations, digital keypads, coded cards, sensing loops,
telephone entry systems, and revenue control equipment. The operator utilizes 230
Volt AC single phase power. Control voltage in each case is 5 Volt DC.
B. The gate operator includes an APeX Controller with integrated radio receiver, plug-in
loop detector capability, surge protection, and easy to read labeling standard.
C. Capacity:
1. The gate operator shall be rated to operate a gate weighing up to 2000 lbs.
D. The gate operator shall be UL 325 compliant for Class I, II, III, and IV.
E. Design Criteria:
1. Operation shall be by means of a 1 horsepower single phase instant reversing motor,
transferring power to a four inch diameter pulley, to a right angle oil bath gear
reducer using another four inch diameter pulley and V-belt. Power is then
transferred through a sliding collar disconnect system to the output drive shaft
equipped with a #40 drive sprocket and roller chain which attaches to the gate with
heavy-duty gate attachment brackets. Intermediate chain supports with anti-catch
design shall also be supplied.
2. The operator shall open the gate at a rate of approximately 11 inches per second.
3. The #40 chain shall be coated with “Armor Coat” corrosive resistant chain coating.
Corrosive resistance exceeds nickel plating.
F. Components:
1. Standard mechanical components shall include as a minimum.
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a. 3/16 inch thick, weather resistant UV-stabilized polyethylene one piece cover
which is fully removable and lockable.
b. Heavy-duty, plated frame with mounting legs for pad mounting standard.
c. Pedestal to raise operator from ground level and protect from high water.
d. 20:1 right-angle oil bath gear reducer.
e. Arctic package with immersion heater.
f. One inch solid steel output drive shaft.
g. Spring loaded manual disconnect.
h. Steel “critter” plate to prevent entry of ground pests.
2. Standard electrical components shall include as a minimum:
a. 1 HP motor with thermal overload protection in 230 VAC single phase.
b. Solid state logic controls featuring 15 diagnostic L.E.D. indicators and auto-
close timer (1 second to 9 minutes).
c. Inherent, fully adjustable motor over-current sensing to detect obstructions via
precision 24 turn potentiometer, with separate adjustments for opening and
closing directions.
d. Controller housed in zinc plated control box with separate box provided for
connection of field power.
e. Power On/Off switch.
f. Contacts for opening, closing and reversing accessories, as well as contact and
non-contact obstruction sensing devices. 24 VAC and 24 VDC available on
terminal strip to power accessory devices, provided by non-circuit board
mounted transformer with minimum 40VA rating.
g. Four adjustable limits with precision snap-action type limit switches to control
gate position, mounted inside a separate four switch limit box.
h. Master/slave or stand alone capable with dip switch selection. Three wire
twisted pair shielded cable required.
G. Access Control:
1. Entrapment Devices:
a. Photoelectric through beams / photo eyes shall be installed to span the clear
opening and gate path at the tail section.
2. Optional accessories, contact, non-contact, and control devices:
a. Control devices include pushbuttons, radio controls, keypads, card readers, key
switches, telephone entry systems, and revenue control equipment.
b. Contact and non-contact devices include photoelectric sensors, vehicle
detectors, proximity sensors, and contact edges.
c. Accessories include flashing strobe lights, cycle counters, and intercom
systems.
H. Factory Inspection and Testing
1. Manufacturer shall test each operator at factory to assure smooth, quiet operation.
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2. Manufacturer shall test all control inputs to ensure proper function.
2.03 CANTILEVER SLIDE GATE:
A. Gate Width:
1. Heavy Duty Gate may be used for clear openings up to 30’ wide.
B. Heavy Duty Gate Frame:
1. The gate frame shall be fabricated from 6063-T6 aluminum alloy extrusions. The
top member shall be a 3" x 5" (76mm x 127mm) aluminum structural channel/tube
extrusion weighing not less than 3.0 lb/lf (4.4kg/m). To maintain structural
integrity this frame member shall be "keyed" to interlock with the “keyed” track
member. If fabricated as a single horizontal piece, the bottom member shall be a
2" x 5" (51mm x 127mm) aluminum structural tube weighing not less than 2.0 lb/lf
(2.9kg/m). If fabricated in two horizontal pieces, the bottom member shall be a 5"
(127mm) aluminum structural channel weighing not less than 2.6 lb/lf (3.8kg/m).
When the gate frame is manufactured in two horizontal pieces or sections, they
shall be spliced in the field (the gate frame shall be fabricated in one or multiple
sections depending on size requirements or project constraints).
2. Vertical Members:
a. The vertical members at the ends of the gate frame shall be “P” shaped in cross
section with a nominal base dimension of no less than 2” x 2” (51mm x 51mm)
and weighing not less than 1.6 lb/lf (2.3kg/m). Major 2” x 2” (51mm x 51mm)
vertical members weighing not less than 1.1 lb/lf shall separate each bay and
shall be spaced at less than gate height intervals.
b. Intermediate 1” x 2” (25mm x 51mm) vertical members weighing not less than
.82 lb/lf shall alternate between 2” x 2” major members.
C. Gate Track:
1. The gate frame shall have a separate semi-enclosed “keyed” track, extruded from
6005A-T61 or 6105-T5 aluminum alloy, weighing not less than 2.9 lb/lf (4.2kg/m).
The track member is to be located on only one side of the top primary. Welds to
be placed alternately along the top and side of the track at 9" (229mm) centers with
welds being a minimum of 2" (51mm).
D. All welds on the gate frame shall conform to Welding Procedure Specification and
Procedure Qualification Record to insure conformance to the AWS D1.2 Structural
Welding Code. All individual welders shall be certified to AWS D1.2 welding code.
See 1.02 D.
E. Gate Mounting:
1. The gate frame is to be supported from the track by two (2) swivel type, self-
aligning, 4-wheeled, sealed lubricant, ball-bearing truck assemblies.
2. The bottom of each support post shall have a bracket equipped with a pair of 3”
(76mm) UHMW guide wheels Wheel cover protectors shall be included with
bottom guides to comply with UL325.
3. Gap protectors shall be provided and installed, compliant with ASTM F 2200-05.
F. Diagonal Bracing:
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1. Diagonal "X" bracing of 1/4” diameter stainless or galvanized steel cable shall be
installed throughout the entire gate frame.
G. The gate shall be completed by installation of approved filler as specified.
1. Chain Link: 2” x 2” x 9 gauge aluminized steel chain link fabric shall extend the
entire length of the gate (if operated gate, counterbalance must also have fabric to
prevent reach through and comply with ASTM F2200, see 1.03 C.1) Fabric shall
be attached at each end of the gate frame by standard fence industry tension bars
and tied at each 2” x 2” (51mm x 51mm) vertical member with standard fence
industry ties. ASTM F2200 requires attachment method that leaves no leading or
bottom edge protrusions (cannot exceed 0.5 inch).
H. Posts:
1. A single set of support posts shall be minimum 4" O.D. (102mm) round SS40 or 4”
x 4” x 3/16” wall square steel tubing, grade 500. Gate posts shall be galvanized or
coated and supported in concrete footings as specified by the design team.
I. Finish:
1. Gate to be mill finish aluminum or color coated with polyester powder as specified.
If powder coated, the gate (including track member) and all accessories shall be
pretreated chemically by sand blasting or other acceptable method to ensure proper
coating adherence.
2.04 WARRANTY:
A. The cantilever slide gate and operator system shall be warranted by the manufacturer
against manufacturing defects for a period of (3) three years from date of sale. The
truck assembly shall be warranted against manufacturing defects by the manufacturer
for a period of (5) five years from date of sale.
PART 3 - EXECUTION:
3.01 SITE INSPECTION:
A. Examine final grades and installation conditions.
B. Do not begin work until all unsatisfactory conditions are corrected.
3.02 INSTALLATION:
A. Install equipment of this section in strict accordance with the company’s printed
instructions unless otherwise shown on the contract drawings.
B. The gate and installation shall conform to ASTM F 1184 standards for aluminum
cantilever slide gates, Type II, Class 2. See 1.02 C.
C. The gate system is to comply with ASTM F2200 and UL 325. See 1.02 B and 1.02 A.
D. Obstruction Sensing Systems:
1. The inherent motor current sensors are part of the gate operator system and may
not be removed or bypassed.
2. The installing contractor shall be responsible to ensure that appropriate external
secondary entrapment protection devices be installed for the specific site conditions
to protect against all potential entrapment zones. Proper operation of these safety
devices shall be verified and training as to the operation and maintenance of these
devices for the users and owners shall be documented.
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3.03 SYSTEM ACCEPTANCE & VALIDATION:
A. Acceptance Test:
1. Test each system function.
2. Supply all equipment necessary for system adjustment and testing.
B. Test and Explain Safety Features:
1. Each system feature and device is a separate component of the gate system.
2. Read and follow all instructions for each component.
3. Ensure that all instructions for mechanical components, safety devices and the gate
operator are available for everyone who will be using the gate system.
4. The warning signs shipped with the gate operator must be installed in prominent
position on both sides of the gate.
C. System Validation:
1. The complete system shall be adjusted to assure it is performing properly.
2. The system shall be operated for a sufficient period of time to determine that the
system is in proper working order.
3. Ensure the owner is clear with regard to the safety points concerning the basic
operational guidelines of the safety features of the gate operator system. These
safety points are listed in the operator manual and must be read prior to system use.
4. Installer and customer shall complete Operated Gate System Installation Checklist
(see operator manual).
Note: Tymetal Corp. reserves the right to modify and/or make changes as deemed
necessary without previous notice.