Fiberglass Reinforced
Panels - Section #07456
This guide specification is provided by the Composite
Fabricators Association (ACMA) for use by the construction
industry. It is prepared in conformance with the Construction
Specifications Institute (CSI) 3-part Section Format.
IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS:
- THIS SECTION SHOULD BE USED AS A GUIDE; NOT
COPIED VERBATIM.
- REVIEW TEXT CAREFULLY AND MAKE APPROPRIATE
ADDITIONS, DELETIONS AND CHANGES TO SUIT YOUR
PROJECT REQUIREMENTS.
- FOR BEST RESULTS, DELETE "NOTES"
AFTER EDITING SECTIONS.
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For guide specifications and assistance with the specifying of
exterior and interior building panels, contact:
COMPOSITES FABRICATORS ASSOCIATION
8201 Greensboro Drive, #300
McLean, VA 22102
Phone: 703-610-9025
Fax: 703-610-9005
NOTE: THIS SECTION IS FOR EXTERIOR PANELS.
FOR CUSTOM FIBERGLASS FABRICATIONS (NOT PANELIZED
MATERIAL) USE SECTION
06610. |
NOTE: AFTER EDITING THIS SECTION, PLEASE
DELETE EDITING NOTES. |
PART 1 - GENERAL
NOTE: EDIT THE FOLLOWING ARTICLE TO SUIT THE
PROJECT. IF DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS IS NOT
USED, DELETE APPROPRIATE TEXT. |
1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS
- Drawings, Conditions of the Contract and Division 1
Specification sections, apply to work of this section.
1.02 SUMMARY
- Section Includes: Fiberglass reinforced panels and
hardware.
1.03 DEFINITION
- "FRP": Where the abbreviation "FRP"
is used, it means fiberglass reinforced plastic.
1.04 RELATED SECTIONS
NOTE: IN PARAGRAPHS BELOW, INSERT SECTION
NUMBERS AND TITLES OF SECTION WHICH CONTAIN
SPECIFICATIONS RELATED TO INSTALLATION OF FIBERGLASS
FABRICATIONS FOR THIS PROJECT. DELETE PARAGRAPHS
WHICH ARE NOT APPLICABLE TO THIS PROJECT. |
NOTE: DELETE PARAGRAPH "A" BELOW,
IF FIBERGLASS FABRICATIONS HAVE INTEGRAL STRUCTURAL
SUPPORT, OR STRUCTURAL SUPPORT IS NOT REQUIRED. |
- Section 05120-Structural Steel: Support framing for
fiberglass fabrications.
- Section 06100-Rough Carpentry: Framing of Openings and
Blocking.
- Section 07900:Joint sealants.
- Section _____ - _______________: Electrical Attachments.
1.05 REFERENCE STANDARDS
- ASTM D638: Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastic.
- ASTM D695: Test Method for Compressive Strength of Rigid
Plastics.
- ASTM D790: Test Methods for Properties of Unreinforced
and Reinforced Plastics and Electrical Insulating
Materials.
- ASTM E84: Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics
of Building Materials.
NOTE: BASED ON PROJECT SCOPE, DETERMINE
WHETHER OR NOT DESIGN IS COMPLEX AND STRUCTURALLY
CRITICAL ENOUGH TO WARRANT REQUIRING THAT THE DESIGN
BE PREPARED BY A CERTIFIED STRUCTURAL OR CIVIL
ENGINEER. DETAILED ENGINEERING CALCULATIONS AND
DESIGN SKETCHES MAY BE WAIVED FOR SMALL
NON-STRUCTURAL PIECES. |
1.06 DESIGN RESPONSIBILITY
- The FRP fabricator shall be responsible for the
structural design of laminates.
NOTE: IF DETAILED ENGINEERING CALCULATIONS
ARE WAIVED, DELETE PARAGRAPH B BELOW. |
- Structural design shall be prepared by certified
structural or civil engineer licensed in the state where
the Project is located and experienced in the use and
design of FRP products.
- The FRP manufacturer shall provide data relating to
specific materials for use in design considerations. Data
shall be based upon testing of actual fabrications by the
FRP manufacturer using material equivalent to those
required for this Project.
1.07 DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
- Structural Requirements: Engineering calculations shall
account for the following loads:
- Dead Loads: Include the weight of the FRP
components and attached items.
- Live Loads: As required by applicable code.
- Wind Loads: As required by applicable code.
Consider wind loads as an inward pressure and as
an outward suction.
- Snow Loads: As required by applicable codes.
- Seismic Design Forces: As required by
applicable code.
- Load Combinations: Consider applicable load
combinations. Do not combine wind loads with
seismic loads.
- Provisions for Movement
- Design and detail anchorages, connections, and
joints to allow for dimensional changes of the
FRP components due to thermal and similar
effects.
- Where the piece is restrained, allow for effects
of restraint in design.
- Anchorages and Connections
- Suggested anchorages and connections are shown on
the design drawings. Proposed substitutions may
be submitted for review. Substitutions shall
satisfy the function of the connection as
indicated or implied on the drawings and shall
not vary indicated building loading.
- Anchorages and connection designs shall consider
tolerances and eccentricities of load
applications. Provide proper edge and end
distances for inserts.
NOTE: IN THE PARAGRAPH BELOW, EDIT TITLE OF
VERIFYING ENTITY TO SUIT PROJECT ARCHITECT,
ARCHITECT/ENGINEER, STRUCTURAL OR CIVIL ENGINEER. |
- The ******** will verify that the structure will accept
transmitted loads as shown in the calculations.
NOTE: CONSERVATIVELY SELECT ALLOWABLE DESIGN
STRESSES AND RESISTANCES BASED ON SUCCESSFUL FIELD
HISTORIES OF EXISTING INSTALLATIONS. |
1.08 SUBMITTALS
- Product Data: Submit manufacturers data on FRP
components.
NOTE: IF SPECIFIC COLOR, TEXTURE AND FINISH
HAVE BEEN SPECIFIED, KEEP THE PARAGRAPH BELOW. |
- Product Samples: Submit minimum 3 inch x 5 inch samples
in specified color, texture and finish.
NOTE: IF ARCHITECT HAS PROVIDED SAMPLE TO BE
MATCH, USED PARAGRAPH BELOW. |
- Product Samples: Submit minimum 3 inch x 5 inch sample.
Match sample provided by Architect.
- Shop Drawings: Submit drawings indicating:
- Panel shapes and dimensions;
- Panel surface finish;
- Part numbers;
- Jointing and connection details;
- Adjacent structure details;
- Hardware location and details; and
- Lifting and erection details.
NOTE: DELETE THE PARAGRAPH BELOW, IF
ENGINEERING CALCULATION REQUIREMENTS ARE WAIVED. |
- Engineering Calculations: Submit load, stress and design
calculations prepared by a certified structural or civil
engineer.
- Manufacturers Instructions: Submit manufacturers
instructions and recommendations for:
- Product delivery, storage and handling.
- Erection, lifting and connecting of FRP
components.
- Part Numbers.
1.09 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING
- Handle, store and transport panels according to
manufacturers recommendations and in a manner that
prevents cosmetic and structural damage.
- Verify that areas where panels will be unloaded are clear
of obstructions and well-drained.
- Do not subject panels to undue stress.
- Brace and stabilize panels to prevent warping.
NOTE: THE PARAGRAPH BELOW MAY BE USED TO
AVOID CONFLICT, IF PROJECT SCHEDULING/PHASING IS SUCH
THAT INSTALLED PANELS WILL BE EXPOSED TO DAMAGE FOR
AN EXTENDED PERIOD PRIOR TO PROJECT COMPLETION. |
NOTE: EDIT PARAGRAPHS BELOW. INSERT
ARCHITECT, ARCHITECT/ENGINEER CONSTRUCTION MANAGER,
OWNERS REPRESENTATIVE AS APPLICABLE TO PROJECT. |
- Damage Responsibility: Except for damage caused by
others, the installer is responsible for chipping,
cracking, or other damage to FRP panels after delivery to
the job site and until installation is completed and
inspected and approved by the *******.
1.10 QUALITY ASSURANCE
NOTE: DELETE PARAGRAPH BELOW IF WORK IS
PUBLICLY FUNDED AND/OR THERE IS NO NEED TO STIPULATE
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT. RECOMMENDED MINIMUM IS THREE
YEARS. |
- Manufacturer: Provide panels manufactured by a firm
specializing in the fabrication of reinforced fiberglass
panels with a minimum of three years experience.
NOTE: DELETE ARTICLE BELOW, IF BOLTED
CONNECTIONS ARE USED. |
1.11 WELDERS QUALIFICATIONS
- Arc or gas welding of connecting structure shall be done
by welders qualified by the American Welding Society
"Standard Qualification Procedure."
NOTE: UNLESS REQUIRED BY PROJECT COMPLEXITY,
DELETE THE ARTICLE BELOW. IF MANUFACTURERS MUST
ATTEND IT WILL ADD TO COST. |
1.12 PREINSTALLATION CONFERENCE
- Convene a pre-installation conference prior to commencing
panel installation.
- Require attendance of parties directly affected by work
of this Section.
- Review conditions of installation, installation
procedures and coordination required with related work.
NOTE: WHEN A WARRANTY IS REQUIRED THAT
EXTENDS BEYOND THE NORMAL "ONE YEAR"
WARRANTY THAT IS INCLUDED IN THE MOST COMMONLY USED
CONTRACT CONDITIONS, DO NOT INCREASE THE NUMBER OF
YEARS WITHOUT VERIFYING THE COST AND AVAILABILITY OF
A LONGER WARRANTY WITH MANUFACTURER. THE PARAGRAPH
BELOW MAY BE DELETED, IF ONE YEAR WARRANTY FOR
OVERALL PROJECT IS INCLUDED IN CONTRACT CONDITIONS. |
1.13 WARRANTY
- Warrant fiberglass reinforced panels to be free from
defects due to materials and workmanship for one year.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
NOTE: LIST ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURERS. VERIFY
THAT LISTED MANUFACTURERS PRODUCE SPECIFIED PRODUCTS. |
2.01 ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURERS
- ______________________________________________________.
- ______________________________________________________.
- ______________________________________________________.
2.02 FABRICATED PRODUCTS
- Fabrications required are scheduled at the end of this
section.
2.03 MATERIAL CHARACTERISTICS
- MOLDED EXTERIOR SURFACE: U-V inhibited, NPG-ISO polyester
gel coat, 18 to 22 mils thick.
NOTE: SELECT 1 OR 2. INSERT COLOR IF 2 IS
USED. |
- Gel Coat Color: Match sample supplied by Architect.
- Gel Coat Color: _______________.
- BACK UP LAMINATE:
- Resin: Fire retardant, isophthalic polyester
resin.
- Fire Retardant: ASTM E-84, Class 1 (flame
spread rating of 25 or less)
NOTE: DELETE PARAGRAPH a) ABOVE IF FIRE
RETARDANT RESIN IS NOT REQUIRED. FIRE RETARDANT
RESINS ARE AVAILABLE, BUT MORE EXPENSIVE. |
- Fiberglass Reinforcement.
- "E" type fiberglass.
- Random chopped glass fibers.
- Glass content approximately 25% to 30%
except, 15% for filled resin systems.
- Laminate Thickness
- Nominal thickness 3/16"
- Additional thickness and reinforcement, and
sandwich structures as indicated and as
required for structural integrity.
NOTE: PROPERTIES LISTED ARE AVERAGE BASED ON
RANGE AVAILABLE WITH FIBERGLASS MATERIAL. THESE ARE
NOT MAXIMUMS OR MINIMUMS. |
2.04 AVERAGE MECHANICAL PROPERTIES:
PROPERTY |
VALUE |
TEST METHOD |
Tensile strength
Flexural strength
Flexural modulus
Compressive strength
Bearing strength
Thermal expansion
Specific gravity |
12,000 psi
20,000 psi
0.9 x 106 psi
17,000 psi
9,000 psi
10 x 10-6 (oF)
1.5 |
ASTM D638
ASTM D790
ASTM D790
ASTM D695
ASTM D638 |
NOTE: CERTAIN APPLICATIONS MAY BE BEST SUITED
TO SPECIALTY RESINS NOT CAPABLE OF MEETING THE ABOVE
MECHANICAL STRENGTH VALUES. SUCH RESINS WILL BE
ALLOWED WITH COMPENSATORY INCREASES IN MINIMUM
THICKNESS. |
2.05 FINISH
NOTE: IF COLOR HAS BEEN SELECTED, INSERT IN
THE PARAGRAPH BELOWIF
NOT, USE THE SECOND OPTION. |
- Color: ___________________.
- Color as selected by:
_________________________.
- Surface Texture/Exposed side: _______________.
- Finish: _________________.
2.06 TOLERANCES
- Gel Coat Thickness: + or - 2.5 mils.
- Length: + or - 1/8 inch in 10 feet.
- Overall thickness tolerance: +1/8-0 (+3mm/-0), except for
deep under-cut or acute angle areas, which may vary
according to the reasonable minimum achievable in the
molding process.
- Location of inserts, bolts, pipe sleeves, and other
connecting hardware, +/- 1/4" (7mm)
- Location of flashing reglets: +/- 1/4" (7mm)
- Variation from Square: 1/8 inch in 10 feet.
2.07 IDENTIFICATION
- Identify each part with a permanent serial number.
- Number parts to coordinate with shop drawings.
2.08 CURING AND CLEANING
- Cure and clean components prior to shipment and remove
material which may be incompatible with adjacent building
materials.
2.09 HARDWARE
- Metal Anchors and Fasteners: Provide anchors and
fasteners as recommended by panel manufacturer and
conforming to the following standards of the American
Society for Testing and Materials:
- Structural steel: ASTM A36;
- Cold drawn wire: ASTM A580, Type 304, Cond. A;
- Stainless steel: ASTM A666, Type 304, grade ____;
- Carbon steel plate: ASTM A283, grade ____;
- Malleable iron castings: ASTM A47, grade ____;
- Carbon steel castings: ASTM A27, grade 60-30; and
- Anchor bolts ASTM A307 or ASTM A325.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.01 INSTALLERS PRE-INSTALLATION INSPECTION
- Observe field conditions and verify that building lines,
centers, and grades will allow proper installation of FRP
panels.
- Verify that bearing surfaces are true and level.
- Verify that support framing has been constructed to allow
accurate placement and alignment of anchor bolts, plates,
dowels, or other connections on the structure.
- Check field dimensions affecting the installation of FRP
components.
NOTE: EDIT PARAGRAPHS BELOW. INSERT
"ARCHITECT", ARCHITECT/ENGINEER"
"CONSTRUCTION MANAGER", "OWNER'S
REPRESENTATIVE" AS APPLICABLE TO PROJECT. |
- Report discrepancies between design dimensions and field
dimensions, which could adversely affect installation, to
the ********.
- Do not proceed with installation until discrepancies are
corrected, or until installation requirements are
modified and approved by the *******.
3.02 ERECTION
- Install fabrications in accordance with manufacturers
instructions and approved shop drawings.
- Unloading: Use equipment that will prevent delays in
installation process. Do not block access to panel
installation area or other construction areas with
equipment and materials.
- Lifting and Positioning: Lift FRP with suitable lifting
devices at points as recommended by the manufacturer.
- Set panels level, plumb, square, and true within the
allowable tolerances.
- Temporarily support and brace panels as required to
maintain position, stability and alignment during and
until permanent connection.
- Fastening: Fasten FRP panels as shown on approved shop
drawings.
NOTE: DELETE PARAGRAPH BELOW, IF BOLTED
CONNECTIONS ARE USED. |
- Perform arc or gas welding in accordance with FRP
fabricators instructions and approved shop drawings
using materials compatible with the base material.
3.03 ALLOWABLE TOLERANCES FOR ERECTED PANELS
- Tolerances for Location of FRP Panels: Non-cumulative.
- Warpage: Maximum permissible warpage of one corner out of
the plane of the other three shall be 1/8/ft (9.5mm/M
distance from the nearest adjacent corner, or 3/8 (9.5mm)
total after installation.
- Bowing: Less than L/200 with a maximum of 1 where L is
the panel length in the direction of the bow.
Differential bowing between adjacent members of the same
design shall be <<1/4 (7mm).
- Width of Joint: 1/4 to 3/4 depending upon engineering
criteria.
- Gap tolerances between joints for panel dimensions of:
- <10 ft...........+/- 3/16 (5mm)
- 10 ft.-20 ft....+/- 1/4 (7mm)
- >20 ft...........+/- 5/16 (9mm)
3.04 CLEANING
- Clean soiled panels using cleaning methods and materials
approved by panel manufacturer.
3.05 PROTECTION OF INSTALLED FABRICATIONS
- Comply with manufacturer's recommendations and
instructions for protecting installed fabrications during
construction activities.
END OF SECTION