Section 09 77 13 StretchedFabric Wall Systems SoftWalls Inc

section 09 77 13 stretched-fabric wall systems softwalls, inc. part 1 general 1.01 scope a. furnish and install softwalls™ ac

Section 09 77 13
Stretched-Fabric Wall Systems
SoftWalls, Inc.
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 Scope
A. Furnish and install SoftWalls™ Acoustical & Tackable Stretch Fabric
Systems
B. Related Work Specified Elsewhere:
1. Preparation of a smooth, flat and plumb substrate.
2. Section 06 40 00 Architectural Woodwork
3. Section 08 10 00 Doors and Frames
4. Section 09 20 00 Plastering and Gypsum Board
5. Section 09 50 00 Ceilings
6. Section 09 60 00 Flooring
7. Section 09 72 00 Wall Covering,
8. Section 09 90 00 Painting and Coating
1.02 References
A. ASTM E84-01 Standard Test Method for Surface Burning
Characteristics of Building Materials.
B. ASTM C423-99a Standard Test Method for Sound Absorption and Sound
Absorption Coefficients by the Reverberation Room Method.
C. ASTM E795-00 Standard Practices for Mounting Test Specimens During
Sound
Absorption Tests.
1.03 Quality Assurance
A. The installation work of this Section shall be performed by an
authorized SoftWalls™ Partner with not less than 3 years installation
experience.
B. Submit references for 5 projects of similar size and scope.
1.04 Submittals
A. Product Data: Submit product literature and specifications and such
data as may be required to show compliance with the Contract
Documents.
B. Shop Drawings: Submit scaled drawings identifying panel sizes,
panel layouts, track profiles, subsurface core material, fabric and
cut details.
C. Submit samples of track system, subsurface core material and
fabrics for approval.
D. Submit in writing to the Owner, through the Architect, Installation
Partner certification.
E. Submit Installation Partners’ Five (5) Year Limited Warranty
against defects in
materials and workmanship.
F. Installation Partner shall submit a list of at least 5 projects
that are of similar scope and size. List must include description,
project name and contact.
1.05 Product Handling
A. Store all materials off the ground and protected from dirt and dust
of construction.
B. Handle materials in a manner that will protect them from damage and
soiling.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
1.
Manufacturers:
A. Acoustical or Tackable Stretched Fabric Panel Systems:
SoftWalls™, Inc.
7620-D Rickenbacker Dr.
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
Voice: (866) 440-6702
(301) 212-9880
Fax: (301)-384-9629
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.softwalls.com
B. Substitutions: No substitutions permitted.
2.02 Materials:
A. Acoustical or Tackable Stretched Fabric Panel Systems:
1. FRAMEWORK: Rigid vinyl with clamping jaws, one piece section:
(Select correct thickness below, eliminate others not used).
a. SIZE: ½”, ¾”, 1”, 2” projection profile – fire retardant system.
b. EDGE PROFILE: SQUARE, BEVEL, RADIUS OR REVEAL
2. Core Material:
a. ACOUSTICAL:
i. AcoustiCotton®: ½”, ¾”, 1” or custom thickness semi-rigid
subsurface, sustainable and recyclable cotton/polyester blend.
ii. Fiberglass: ½”, ¾”, 1”, 2” or custom thickness rigid or semi-rigid
subsurface.
iii. Fiberglass: Tackable/High Impact ½”, ¾”, 1”, 2” or custom
thickness rigid with ⅛” thick layer of compressed molded fiberglass
board with a density of 16 to 18 lb/cu. ft. laminated to a 6 lb/cu.
ft. rigid fiberglass board.
b. TACKABLE:
i. Homasote N.C.F.R. - ½” sustainable and recyclable wood fiber.
ii. Privacy Guard Max ” & ½”.
iii. Micore – FR., ⅜”, ½”, ¾”, 1”, 2” thick & custom.
c. REFLECTIVE:
i. Medium Density-MDF Board.
ii. Plywood-FR plywood.
d. ACOUSTICAL & TACKABLE:
i. Combination subsurface (core material). Part Acoustic and part
Tackable.
3. Fabric:
a. Shall be approved by the Installation Partner for suitability.
b. The Architect (for the Owner) shall submit the following
information concerning the fabric to the Installation Partner.
i. Fabric Manufacturer.
ii. Width of Fabric.
iii. Fabric Contents
iv. Style Number.
v. Pattern Number.
vi. Color.
vii. Flame Retardant.
viii. Sample of Fabric (at least 12” x 12”) for approval by the
Installation Partner.
c. (Eliminate one of the following two lines).
i. The fabric is to be supplied by the owner or architect.
ii. The fabric is to be supplied by the Installation Dealer.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 Existing Conditions
A. Examine the condition of the substrate and the conditions under
which the work of the Section is to be performed. Notify the General
Contractor or Architect, in writing, of any unsatisfactory conditions.
DO NOT proceed with the work until all unsatisfactory conditions have
been corrected in a manner satisfactory to the Installation Partner.
B. DO NOT install Acoustical or Tackable Stretch Fabric System in any
space until:
1. The space is enclosed and is weather tight.
2. All wet work has been completed and is dry.
3. Painting is completed and surfaces are dry.
4. Flooring and bases are installed and completed.
5. All adjacent and related work of other trades has been completed
including in part Architectural Woodwork, Masonry, Doors and Frames,
Hardware, Gypsum Drywall, Plastering, Ceilings and Ceiling Grid,
Electrical and Plumbing work.
6. Ambient temperature and humidity are continuously maintained at
values indicated for the final acceptance of the building or occupancy
of the space.
3.02 Installation
A. Field measure each area which is to receive Acoustical or Tackable
Stretch Fabric System to establish the exact layout as shown on the
elevations.
B. Apply the System framework as shown on the elevations. Secure the
framework with 16 gauge diverging staples with spacing not more than
2” apart. Other mechanical fasteners may be used as required for
specific substrates.
C. Install framework plumb, straight, flush and in proper alignment.
D. Install the subsurface material, continuous and flush, to the
shoulder of the
track.
E. Cut the fabric from each roll marking and maintaining sequence of
drops,
matching direction of weave for sequential and uniform installation.
F. Install the fabric from the face side after the framework is
securely fastened to ensure perfect horizontal and vertical weave
alignment.
G. The fabric shall be stretched tautly, evenly and smoothly to be
free of defects or flaws.
H. No stapling or gluing of fabric to the core material or track
material will be
permitted.
I. Penetrations through the face of the fabric on any kind (i.e.
staples, nails, etc.) will Not be permitted.
J. The following Systems DO NOT meet the specification; Pre-wrapped,
pre-fabricated, wood framed, hinged or snapping systems using tape or
glue adhesive.
K. Installation shall be completed in a timely manner and Installers
shall be courteous and cooperate with other trades.
3.03 Cleaning and Protection
A. Clean exposed surfaces of SoftWalls™ Acoustical or Tackable panels.
Trim and remove all loose threads and excess core material.
B. Remove surplus SoftWalls™ materials, trash and debris from the
project site. Leave the work area neat and in clean condition.
C. If conditions require, cover finished panels with protection prior
to leaving site.
END OF SECTION
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