Report 9. ASTM E935-13e1 Standard Test Methods for Performance of Permanent Metal
Railing Systems and Rails for Buildings.
10. ASTM E1481-00a(2014)e1 - Standard Terminology of Railing Systems and Rails for
Buildings
11. ASTM E2349-12 Standard Practice for Safety Requirements in Metal Casting
Operations and Sand Preparation; Molding and Core Making; Melting and Pouring;
and Cleaning and Finishing.
12. ASTM F593-13a Standard Specification for Stainless Steel Bolts, Hex Cap Screws,
and Studs
13. ASTM F606/F606M-14a Standard Test Methods for Determining the Mechanical
Properties of Externally and Internally Threaded Fasteners, Washers, Direct Tension
Indicators and Rivets
14. ASTM F879-12 Standard Specification for Stainless Steel Socket Button and Flat
Countersunk head Cap Screws
D. International Code Council (ICC):
1. ICC-ES AC174 - Deck Board Span Ratings and Guardrail Systems (Guards and
Handrails)
2. ICC-ES AC273 - Handrails and Guards
3. International Building Code (IBC)
4. International Residential Code (IRC)
E. International Conference of Building Officials (ICBG):
1. ICBG UBC - Uniform Building Code.
F. Military Specification:
1. MIL-DTL-53084B: Primer, Cathodic Electrodeposition, Chemical Agent Resistant.
1.4 DEFINITIONS
A. Railings: Guards, Handrails, and similar devices used for protection of occupants at open-
sided floor areas, pedestrian guidance and support, visual separation, or wall protection.
1.5 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
A. General: Railings shall be engineered to withstand structural loads indicated. Determine
allowable design working stresses of railing materials.
B. Structural Performance: Provide railings capable of withstanding test loads in accordance
with ICC-ES AC273.
1. Structural Performance of Top Rails and Supports:
a. Concentrated Load Test: In Accordance with Section 4.23 of AC273. Two
separate tests on each specimen shall be conducted, where a test load of 500
lbf/ft(2.22 kN) is applied at the midspan of the top rail and at the top of a single
post is an outward direction. In both cases the load shall be continuously
applied horizontally and normal to the top rail at the maximum guard and
handrail system height.
b. Uniform Load Test: In accordance with Section 4.2.3 of AC273. The top rail of
the guard and handrail test specimens shall be subjected to a single test where
a maximum uniform load of 125 Ibf/ft(1.82 kN/m) is applied vertically and in an
outward direction at an angle of 45 degrees from horizontal.
c. Design need not provide for both concentrated and uniform loads to be applied
concurrently.
2. Structural Performance of Guardrail Infill:
a. In-Fill Load Test: In accordance with Section 4.2.2 of AC273. The test
specimens shall be tested and shall be capable of satisfactorily resisting a load
of 125 lbf(556 N) applied over a 1-square-foot(0.1 m2) area normal to the in-
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fill. In-Fill is defined to include panels, intermediate rails, balusters and other
elements.
b. Design need not provide for infill loads to be applied concurrently with top rail
loads.
1.6 SUBMITTALS
A. General: Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00 -Administrative Requirements
B. Product Data: Manufacturer's printed product information indicating material compliance and
specified options are to be submitted prior to installation. Submit manufacturer's data sheets
on each product to be used, including:
1. Manufacturer's product lines of railings assembled from standard components
2. Rail finish
C. Shop Drawings: Layout of railings components with dimensions, details, and finishes shall
be submitted for approval and shall be approved prior to installation. Include plans,
elevations, sections, details, and attachments to other work.
D. Design Data: Submit design data to verify compliance design loads specified in Performance
Requirements Article. Design data shall be signed and sealed by the qualified professional
engineer responsible for their preparation.
E. Samples:
1. Submit Samples for initial color selection. Submit samples of each specific finish.
Submit Samples in form of Manufacturer's color charts showing full range of colors
and finishes available. Where finishes involve normal color variations, include
samples showing the full range of variations expected.
2. Submit Samples for verifications purposes. Samples shall be submitted prior to
removal. Submit samples for the following:
a. For each type of exposed finish required.
b. Of each distinctly different linear railing member, including handrails, top rails,
posts, and balusters.
1) Each type of railing panel required.
2) Each type of glass required.
3) Fittings and Brackets.
4) Welded Connections.
5) Assembled Samples of railing systems, made from full-size components,
including top rail, post, handrail, and infill. Show method of finishing
members at intersections. Samples need not be full height.
F. Qualification Data: For Professional Engineer.
G. Product Test Reports: Based on evaluation of comprehensive tests performed by a qualified
inspecting and testing agency; according to ASTM E894-88 (2010) and ASTM E935-13e1
and in accordance with testing standards set forth in ICC-ES AC273 Guidelines.
H. Closeout Submittals: Operation and Maintenance Data.
1.7 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Qualifications:
1. Manufacturer Qualifications: Company engineering and fabrication of custom railing
systems for a minimum of 10 years.
2. Installer Qualifications: Company experienced in manufacturer's products for a
minimum of 5 years. The Contractor shall provide trained laborers with prior
experience in the type of construction involved as well as experience installing the
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materials and techniques specified.
3. Qualified Professional Engineer: A professional engineer licensed in the state of the
Project location and who is qualified to design the portion of the work described in this
Section.
B. Regulatory Requirements: Completed installations shall meet ICC standards, applicable
requirements of ADA Accessibility Guidelines along with any local amendments and/or
modifications. Completed installations shall also conform to state, regional, and local codes
and regulations.
C. Source Limitations: Obtain each type of railing through one source from a single
manufacturer.
D. Product Options: Drawings indicate size, profiles and dimensional requirements of railings
and are based on the specific system indicated. Refer to section 01 60 00 - Product
Requirements0-Product Requirements.
E. Modifications: Do not modify intended aesthetic effects as judged solely by the Architect,
except with the Architects' approval. If modifications are proposed, submit comprehensive
explanatory data to the Architect for review.
F. Welding: Qualify procedures and personnel according to AWS D1.1/D1.1M:2010
G. Mock-Ups: Build mock-ups to verify selections made under samples submittals and to
demonstrate aesthetic effects and set quality standards for fabrication and installation. Build
mock-ups for each form and finishes of railing consisting of two posts, top rail, infill area, and
anchorage systems components that are full height and area not less than 24 inches (610
mm) in length.
1.8 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation.
B. Store components in a dry, sheltered location away from uncured concrete, masonry,
mortar, and stucco; and a safe distance away from any sanding, blasting, welding and/or
painting operations.
C. Store and dispose of solvent-based materials, and materials used with solvent-based
materials, in accordance with requirements of local authorities having jurisdiction.
D. Glass components are fragile and subject to shattering and shall be handled and stored as
such.
1.9 PROJECT CONDITIONS
A. Field Measurements: Verify actual locations of walls and other construction contiguous with
railings by field measurements before fabrication and indicate measurements on shop
drawings. Provide allowance for trimming and fitting as site.
1.10 COORDINATION AND SCHEDULING
A. Coordinate installation of anchorages for railings. Furnish setting drawings, templates and
directions for installing anchorages, including sleeves, concrete inserts, anchor bolds and
items with integral anchors that are to be embedded in concrete and masonry. Deliver such
items to the project site in time for installation
B. Schedule installation so wall attachments are made only to completed walls. Do not support
railings temporarily by means that do not satisfy structural performance requirements.
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1.11 WARRANTY
A. Manufacturer's Warranty: Provide manufacturer's standard limited warranty from the date of
purchase, for defects, in material and workmanship, including protection against cracking,
peeling, blistering, and corrosion (rusting) of metal parts supplied by the manufacturer.
1. Ornamental Welded Steel Railing System:
a. Fe26 Residential: 15 years.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. Acceptable Manufacturer: Fortress Railing Products, which is located at: 1720 N. First St.;
Garland, TX 75040; Tel: 844-909-2999; Fax: 972-372-0924; Email:todds a@fortressbp.com;
Web:http://www.fortressrailing.com
B. Substitutions: Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of
Section 01 60 00- Product Requirements.
2.2 ORNAMENTAL WELDED STEEL RAILING SYSTEM
A. Residential Ornamental Welded Steel Railings:
1. Product: provide"Fe26" Residential Iron Railing as manufactured by Fortress Railing
Products.
2. Materials: Pre-welded Iron railing panels.
a. Rails and Pickets: Grade A cold rolled steel formed and welded tubing
conforming to ASTM A500/A500M-13 with G-60 zinc coating (0.60 oz/ft2 or
0.27 kf/M2) on both inside and outside surfaces in accordance with ASTM
A123/A123M-13 hot dipped electroplating process.
b. Tests: ASTM E935-13e1 testing (Methods A, B, C, and D) and loading testing
in accordance with ICC-ES AC273.
3. Components:
a. Rails: 17 gauge (1.4 mm)wall thickness by 1 inch (25mm) square galvanized
welded steel tubing with powder-coated factory finish.
b. Pickets: 19 gauge (1.1 mm)wall thickness by 0.625 inch (1.6 mm) square
galvanized steel tubing with powder-coated factory finish.
c. Posts: 13 gauge (2.5 mm)2 inch (51 mm) or 15 gauge (1.8 mm) 3 inch (76
mm) square formed and welded galvanized steel tubing with welded base and
powder-coated factory finish.
d. Brackets: Bracket shall come from same manufacturer as railings and posts.
Brackets shall have powder-coated factory finish.
e. Fasteners: All nuts, bolts, sheet metal screws, wood screws and washers shall
be stainless steel.
4. Style:
a. Fe26 Residential Iron Railing Panels:
1) Fe26 Traditional Iron Railing Panels (Level Railing).
2) Fe26 Traditional Adjustable Iron Railing Panels (Stair Railing).
b. Installation Style:
1) Level Application.
c. Railing Panel Height:
1) 40 inches (1016 mm).
d. Railing Panel Width:
1) 93.5 inches (2375 mm).
5. Fabrication:
a. Metal rail sections shall comply with all requirements indicated for materials,
thickness, design, and details for construction.
b. Welded connections shall comply with AWS D1.1/D1.1M:2010 standards for
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recommended practice in shop welding. Welds behind finished surfaces shall
be without distortion or discoloration of exposed side.
c. Components shall be accurately cut, drilled, and/or tapped to receive hardware,
fasteners, and accessories.
6. Finish:
a. Fe26 Residential Iron Railing Panels:
1) Metal parts shall be assembled and finished individually prior to
shipment.
2) Individual parts and welded assemblies shall be made from G60 pre-
galvanized material.
3) Galvanized steel railing components shall be cleaned with a non-
petroleum solvent followed by the application of a sealing zinc phosphate
coating.
4) Following cleaning and pretreatment parts and welded assemblies shall
be electro-coated.
5) Electro coating of parts and welded assemblies shall be a two-
component cathodic electrodeposition primer with high corrosion
protection followed by a sealing and drying process.
6) Immediately after sealing, a two-step powder finish coating shall be
applied by the electrophoresis and electrostatic spray process.
7) Electro coating and Powder Coating of parts and welded assemblies
shall be done by a certified powder coater.
b. Fasteners:
1) Fasteners used for mounting metal parts and welded assemblies shall be
stainless steel as supplied by recommended railing supplier.
2) Hexalobular Internal Drive, Flat Head Stainless Steel Thread Cutting
Screw.
a) Immediately after cleaning and drying, a two-step coating shall be
applied by the electrophoresis and electrostatic spray process.
This consists of a thermosetting carboxyl polyester resin top coat
with a minimum dry film thickness of 60 to 80 microns.
c. Color as selected by Architect from manufacturer's full range of colors.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Verification of Conditions: Examine areas and conditions under which the work is to be
installed, and notify the Contractor in writing, with a copy to the Owner and the Architect, of
any conditions detrimental to the proper and timely completion of the work. Do not proceed
with the work until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
1. Examine gypsum board assemblies, where in forced to receive anchors, to verify that
locations of concealed reinforcements have been clearly marked for installer. Locate
reinforcements and mark locations if not already done.
2. Verify areas to receive railings are completed to previously established conditions as
detailed in other sections.
3. Coordinate post setting diagrams, plans, templates, and drawings and verify the
proper installation of any necessary anchorages as detailed in the Drawings.
4. Coordinate with appropriate entity to correct unsatisfactory conditions, if any exist.
5. Beginning of the work shall indicate acceptance of the areas and conditions as
satisfactory by the Installer.
3.2 PREPARATION
A. Stake Layout showing locations of posts as well as any gates.
B. Note location of any affected underground utility lines, irrigation lines, or other subsurface
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structures, if applicable.
C. Railings that require wall mounting, wood blocking shall be provided.
3.3 INSTALLATION
A. Railing assemblies shall consist of the following systems (assembly shall be designed in
accordance to all standards established elsewhere in this Section):
1. Wood posts anchored to floor supporting top and bottom metal rails.
B. Assemblies shall be installed based on manufacturer's written installation instructions and in
accordance with authorities having jurisdiction.
C. Mount posts in accordance with post mounting applications per manufacturer's written
installation instructions and in accordance with authorities having jurisdiction.
D. Install manufacturer-supplied brackets and mounting clips onto railing section and posts as
indicated in manufacturer's printed instructions for specific railing material. Attach railing
sections to brackets with approved fasteners and techniques to ensure that sections are
horizontal and parallel to grade/slab or rake to within 0.25 inches(6 mm) in 12 feet (3658
mm).
E. Glass panels shall be non-structural and attached to posts and rails with manufacturer's
connectors to infill space between posts.
F. Verify that rails, posts, and other surfaces to receive glass panels are clean and free of
obstructions.
G. Joints shall accommodate expansion and contraction of metal components without causing
undue stress, buckling,joint fatigue, and/or distortion. Follow manufacturer's written
installation instructions.
3.4 CLEANING
A. Repair scratches and other installation-incurred damage on rails and posts. If damage is
visible from a distance of 5 feet(1524 mm), component shall be replaced.
B. Clean up debris and unused material, and remove from site.
C. Clean glass immediately after installation. Scratched, chipped, or cracked glass shall be
replaced.
3.5 PROTECTION
A. Protect finishes of railings from damage during construction period with temporary protective
coverings approved by railing manufacturer. Remove protective coverings at time of
Substantial Completion.
B. Restore finishes damaged during installation and construction period so no evidence
remains of correction work. Return items that cannot be refinished in field to shop; make
required alterations and refinish entire unit, or provide new units.
END OF SECTION
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