Note: The Generic Specification has all available options listed we currently manufacturer. It is used to establish a desired specification for casework, by selecting the desired options and deleting the non-desired options.
SECTION 12302 PREFINISHED PLYWOOD CASEWORK
PART 1 GENERAL
1.00 RELATED DOCUMENTS
1.01 WORK INCLUDED
1.02 RELATED WORK SPECIFIED ELSEWHERE
1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE
1.04 SUBMITTALS
1.05 PRODUCT HANDLING
1.06 JOB CONDITIONS
1.07 WARRANTY
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURERS
2.02 DEFINITIONS AND MATERIALS
2.03 CABINET HARDWARE
2.04 FABRICATION
2.05 DECORATIVE LAMINATE COUNTERTOP
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 INSPECTION
3.02 PREPARATION
3.03 INSTALLATION
3.04 CLEANING AND PROTECTION
A. Drawings and general provisions of contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions, and Division 1 Specification sections, contain requirements relevant to work covered by this section.
A This section includes the manufacture and installation of prefinished plywood modular casework, as shown on shop drawings and specifications. The casework manufacturer will maintain a job file and be able to provide identical replacement casework or components for a period of up to 10 years.
B. Where specific materials, finishes, construction details and hardware are specified herein, the casework contractor shall be held in strict accordance.
1.02 RELATED WORK SPECIFIED ELSEWHERE
A. General millwork and /or special cabinetry specifically noted on plans.
B. Blocking within walls for attachment of casework.
C. Rubber cove base moulding to be furnished and installed by others.
D. Plumbing, Electrical, and Venting materials supplied and connected by others under Mechanical and Electrical Divisions.
A. Provide casework, countertops and related items furnished by the same supplier for a single responsibility and integration with other building trades.
B. Casework must conform to the design, quality of materials, construction, and function as specified herein and shown on drawings. Minimum casework specifications will equal AWI 1600B for modular casework.
C. Manufacturer shall show evidence of a minimum of five years experience in providing manufactured casework. Manufacturer shall also show evidence of adequate facilities and personnel required to perform on this project.
1. The manufacturer will submit a printed Casework catalog detailing construction methods, and material and hardware options. The casework will be modular and allow for replacement of components as well as relocation of entire modules. The catalog will demonstrate the interchangeability of the casework system.
2. In addition to general conditions as relating to prior approvals, submittals of manufacturer’s data, and samples are required upon architect’s request.
1. Submit samples of casework manufacturer’s standard UV coated prefinished plywood edgebanded with prefinished veneer banding. Samples of other materials or hardware shall be made available if requested.
2. Architect may request full-size samples for evaluation prior to approval. Samples may be impounded by architect/owner until completion of project to ensure compliance with specifications.
1. Submit shop drawings for casework and countertops showing plan view, elevations, details, sections, sizes, installation numbering system, and method of attachment.
2. Include layout of casework with relation to other building components and coordination with other trades.
A. No items shall be delivered to the building until the building is fully enclosed. Casework shall only be stored in an area that will approximate the temperature and humidity of the completed building.
B. The General Contractor shall designate an area for storage upon delivery until installation is complete.
C. Protect finished surfaces from physical damage and staining during handling and installation.
A. Humidity and Temperature Controls
1. Advise the contractor of requirements for maintaining heating, cooling and ventilation in installation areas as required to reach relative humidity necessary to maintain optimum moisture content.
A. All material and workmanship covered by this section shall carry a 3 year warranty from date of acceptance.
B. The casework contractor will, at the owner’s request, provide a one-time training session outlining casework features, adjustments and maintenance. Provide maintenance personnel with a casework catalog and instructions on obtaining warranty claims and replacement parts. The manufacturer will also maintain records and information necessary for manufacture of additional or replacement components for a period of at least 10 years.
A. Manufacturer and Product Type:
1. For the purpose of determining minimum performance and quality standards this specification is Prefinished Plywood Modular Casework manufactured by HABERSHAM CASEWORK INC., P.O.Box 9, Haralson, GA. 30229 Phone (706) 538-6515.
1. It is the intent of this specification to establish performance and quality criteria consistent with pre-established standards of design and function herein described. Casework not meeting these minimum standards will not be accepted.
2. Where specific materials, finish options, construction details, modularity, hardware, and test data are specified herein, casework will be held in strict compliance. Substitutions will only be considered prior to build date provided the request is submitted, in writing, no later than ten days prior to bid date. Substitution request shall list any and all deviations from the specification. Acceptable substitutions will be identified by addenda.
2.02 DEFINITIONS AND MATERIALS
The following is a list of common definitions and materials defining prefinished modular casework. The actual items used on this project are listed under the FABRICATION section.
1. Open Interiors: Any module case without solid doors or drawer front and units with interiors visible through glass doors.
2. Closed Interiors: Any module case behind hinged doors or drawer fronts.
3. Exposed Surfaces: Any exterior surface visible after installation.
4. Semi-Exposed Surfaces: Any surface visible (doors/drawers) when viewed in the open position and wall bottoms not higher than 54" AFF unless specified as exposed.
5. Concealed Surfaces: Any surface not normally visible after installation or tops of cabinets over 78" AFF and not visible from an upper level.
1. Prefinished Plywood with a Birch/Maple rotary cut veneer face on a Fir plywood core. Finish is a factory applied clear UV cured coating meeting ANSI A161.1-1990, sec 9.0/9.3 AWI Table 1500 G-9 tests and ASTM D1308 Chemical Resistance test.
2. Particleboard is prohibited under this section (12302) Prefinished Plywood Modular Casework.
1. 1mm Prefinished UV cured Birch/Maple veneer banding, machine applied with waterproof hot melt adhesive. Edgeband is applied last to all four sides of prefinished door panel. Color variations may be present between edgebanding and door faces, due to normal color variations in the natural woods.
2. 1mm PVC banding machine applied with waterproof hot melt adhesive. Edgeband is applied to face of closed interior case edges. Color is a close match to prefin Birch/Maple.
3. 3mm PVC banding machine applied with waterproof hot melt adhesive. Edgeband is applied last to all four sides of prefinished door panels. Edges are radiused 1/8" and corners rounded. Available colors are white and almond.
1. Grass 3803 Snap-On 120 dgr. self closing hinge and base plate with Nickel plated finish. Quantities per manufacturer’s recommendation. Hinges are warranted by the manufacturer for as long as the original consumer purchaser owns the product.
1. Nylon Injection Molded locking shelf support with two 5mm pins on 32mm centers to accommodate a 3/4" or 1" thick shelf. Lock secures shelf and prevents tipping. The supports meet or exceed ANSI A161.1-1990, Section 5.4 strength requirements.
1. Grass 6036 Unigrass Metal Integrated drawer slide with side panel 3/4 extension with baked on epoxy finish. 100-pound static load capacity (ANSI/BHMA Testing) Self closing feature and (Silent Glide) rollers. Slides are warranted by the manufacturer for as long as the original consumer purchaser owns the product.
2. Grass 6200 Unigrass Full extension member inserts between 6036 slide components to allow full extension as required. Also allows drawers to be retrofitted to Full extension. Epoxy finish 100-pound static load capacity (ANSI/BHMA Testing) Self closing feature with (Silent Glide) rollers. Slides are warranted by the manufacturer for as long as the original consumer purchaser owns the product.
3. File drawers are specific width modules designed with full extension slides with integral hanging file rails.
1. 4" Wire pull available in polished chrome, brushed chrome, and polished brass.
1. National Lock M47054 chrome plated with separate core plug and cylinder assembly allows keying to be changed as needed. Provide two keys per lock. All locks for the project will be master keyed.
2. Door adjacent to locking door on two door wall and base cabinets are secured with elbow catches.
A. Fabricate casework to dimensions, profiles, and details listed below.
1. Joinery shall be 8mm hardwood dowels laterally fluted and glued. Tops, bottoms, and other components such as rear and front rails will be joined to the case sides by dowels and assembled under pressure in a case clamp, so as to square the case. A minimum of 4 dowels each on 12" deep wall cabinets and 6 dowels each on 24" deep base cabinets will be required. The back will be captive on all four sides and hot melt glued to the case sides while in the clamp to maintain squareness.
2. Unless specifically indicated, the carcass core material will be 3/4" Prefinished Plywood with a Birch/Maple veneer face on a Fir plywood core. Finish is a factory applied clear UV cured coating meeting ANSI A161.1-1990, sec 9.0/9.3 AWI Table 1500 G-9 tests and ASTM D1308 Chemical Resistance test.
3. Case back will be 1/4" Prefinished Plywood with a Birch/Maple veneer face on a Fir plywood core. Finish is a factory applied clear UV cured coating meeting ANSI A161.1-1990, sec 9.0/9.3 AWI Table 1500 G-9 tests and ASTM D1308 Chemical Resistance test. Backs will be recessed 3/4" and captured on all sides by a dado in the carcass. A bead of glue is applied around the perimeter of the back while the case is clamped under pressure in the case clamp.
4. All exposed and semi-exposed edges of the case parts will have edgebanding machine applied with waterproof hot melt glue.
5. Adjustable shelf core shall be 3/4" thick Prefinished Plywood with a Birch/Maple veneer face on a Fir plywood core. Finish is a factory applied clear UV cured coating meeting ANSI A161.1-1990, sec 9.0/9.3 AWI Table 1500 G-9 tests and ASTM D1308 Chemical Resistance test.
1. Metal side type drawer boxes are machine bored and assembled. Bottom and back are 3/4" prefinished plywood, with Grass 6036 slide.
1. Unless specifically indicated, the door/drawer front core material will be 3/4" Prefinished Plywood with a Birch/Maple veneer face on a Fir plywood core. Finish is a factory applied clear UV cured coating meeting ANSI A161.1-1990, sec 9.0/9.3 AWI Table 1500 G-9 tests and ASTM D1308 Chemical resistance test.
2. Doors maybe edgebanded with one of the following materials.
A. 1mm Prefinished UV cured Birch/Maple veneer banding, machine applied with waterproof hot melt adhesive. Edgeband is applied last to all four sides of prefinished door panel. Color variations may be present between edgebanding and door faces, due to normal color variations in the natural woods.
B. 3mm PVC banding machine applied with waterproof hot melt adhesive. Edgeband is applied last to all four sides of prefinished door panels. Edges are radiused 1/8" and corners rounded. Available colors are white and almond
2. Two doors will be used on cases above 24" in width.
1. Separate toe-base will be a continuous ladder type. Constructed of 3/4" exterior grade plywood. Cabinet side will not be allowed to directly contact the floor. Exposed surface may be laminated with high pressure laminate or left unfinished to be covered with rubber base. Rubber base shall be furnished and installed by others
2. Separate toe-base will be a continuous ladder type. Constructed of 3/4" pressure treated plywood. Cabinet side will not be allowed to directly contact the floor. Core material shall be southern pine plywood, pressure impregnated with CCA in accordance with Federal Specification TT-W-571 to a minimum retention of .40 lbs. of CCA per cubic foot of wood and American Wood Preservers Association (AWPA) Standards, and shall be kiln dried after treatment. Plywood will bear the third party quality mark LP-22 for "Ground Contact Use"or fresh water use. Kiln Dried After Treatment (KDAT) plywood has superior water resistance and provides a termite barrier between the floor and cabinet carcass; carcasses will not be allowed to directly contact the floor. Exposed surface may be laminated with high pressure laminate or left unfinished to be covered with rubber cove base. Rubber cove base shall be furnished and installed by others.
2.05 DECORATIVE LAMINATE COUNTERTOPS
A. Quality Standard: Comply with AWI Section 400 and its divisions 400C
B. WIC Section 16 - "Laminated Plastic Countertops, Splashes and Wall Paneling"
C. Type of top:
High pressure decorative laminate complying with the following:
1. Countertops shall be 1 1/2" self edged type. Exposed surfaces on counter and backsplash clad with high pressure decorative laminate GP50 (.050), NEMA test LD-3-1991
2. Provide selections made by Architect from acceptable manufacturer’s full range of standard colors.
3. Acceptable manufacturers:
Formica Corporation
Nevamar Corporation
Wilsonart International
4. Specialty tops supplied through dealers.
A. The installer must examine the job site and the specific areas where casework will be installed. Notify the contractor in writing of unsatisfactory conditions. Do not proceed with work under this section until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected in a manner acceptable to the installer.
A. The installer must examine the job site and the conditions under which the work in this section is to be performed.
A. Casework will be installed by a factory trained Installer. Erect casework, plumb, level, and in proper relation to adjacent construction. Scribes, fillers, and trim to be installed as required. Cut out for all sink and electrical outlets as required.
B. Moving parts are to be adjusted so that they operate freely without binding.
A. Repair or remove and replace defective work as directed upon completion of installation.
B. Clean plastic surfaces, repair minor damage as directed by plastic laminate manufacturer. Replace other damaged parts or components.
C. Advise contractor of procedures and precautions for protection of casework and countertops from damage by other trades until acceptance of work by Owner.