SECTION 05810

EXPANSION JOINTS

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Fire resistive expansion joint barriers.

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Section 03300 - Cast-In-Place Concrete.

B. Section 03450 - Plant Pre-Cast Architectural Concrete.

C. Section 04200 - Unit Masonry.

D. Section 05120 - Structural Steel.

E. Section 05400 - Cold Formed Metal Framing.

F. Section 05810 - Expansion Joint Cover Assemblies.

G. Section 07620 - Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim.

H. Section 07900 - Joint Sealers.

1.3 REFERENCES

A. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) E 119 - Test Methods for Fire
Tests of Building Construction and Materials.

B. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) E 814 - Test Method for Fire
Tests of Through-Penetration Fire Stops.

C. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) E-1399 - Standard Test Method
for Cyclic Movement and Measuring the Minimum and Maximum Joint Widths of
Architectural Joint Systems.

D. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) E 1966- Standard Test Method
for Fire-Resistive Joint Systems.

E. Underwriter Laboratory (UL) 263 - Fire Test of Building Construction and Materials.

F. Underwriter Laboratory (UL) 2079 - Tests for Fire Resistance of Building Joint
Systems.

1.4 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Design:
1. Manufacturer shall provide preassembled fire barrier in required length

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 sections that are factory assembled and delivered to the project site ready for
installation as subassemblies or modular assemblies of an entire assembly.
These sections shall be designed so that onsite installation using the related
installation tools is rapid and simple where required. The fire barrier sections
may be connected to form a long fire barrier using manufacture's specially
designed and specified connectors. The resulting fire barriers provide a
reliability continuous barrier for all joints. The preassembled section shall be
preconfigured and marked to provide for simple and correct installation
2. Fire barriers shall have male to female factory made connections.

B. Fire Test Characteristics: Install expansion control systems tested by an

independent, accredited testing and listing entity in accordance with ASTM E114,
E119 and E1966 at its full rated period.
1. Fire Rating: 1 hours.
2. Fire Rating: 2 hours.
3. Fire Rating: 3 hours.
4. Fire Rating: 4 hours.
5. Fire Rating: Equal to or greater than the fire rating of the surrounding
construction.

C. Seismic Requirements:
1. Movement X Axis: 50 percent of nominal.
2. Movement X Axis: 100 percent of nominal.
3. Movement X Axis: __ percent of nominal.
4. Movement Y Axis: 50 percent of nominal.
5. Movement Y Axis: 100 percent of nominal.
6. Movement Y Axis: __ percent of nominal.
7. Movement Z Axis: 50 percent of nominal.
8. Movement Z Axis: 100 percent of nominal.
9. Movement Z Axis: __ percent of nominal.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit under provisions of Section 01300.

B. Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:

1. Product description features and benefits.
2. Product selection tables and recommendations.
3. Standard physical properties.
4. Delivery storage and handling requirements.
5. Installation summary.

C. Shop Drawings: Detailed drawings showing typical joint cross sections and layout
assemblies showing anchorage methods and relationship to adjacent conditions.
Include a schedule indicating model number and location for each fire barrier
modular piece.

D. Certificates: Independent test reports or other documents showing compliance with

the following as applicable to the assemblies specified.
1. Submit current third party listings report from Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
or Intertek Testing Services supporting compliance for applicable test
standards for fire rated fire barrier assemblies.
2. Material test reports with rating from qualified independent testing laboratory
indicating and interpreting test results relative to compliance with
requirements indicated.
3. Certification by fire barrier manufacturer that all materials supplied by
manufacturer are asbestos free.

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1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Manufacturer Qualifications:
1. All primary products specified in this section will be provided by a single
manufacturer with a minimum of ten years experience.
2. Manufacturer will have a Quality Assurance Manual for the manufacture of fire
barriers listed by a testing and inspection agency in accordance with
standards specified. A qualified testing and inspection agency may be Intertek
Testing Services, UL or FM Research.
3. Manufacturer shall provide installation procedure training to contractors
and/or installers of manufactured fire barriers to ensure fire barrier installation
meets specifications.
4. Manufacturers shall be ISO 9001-2000 Certified with documented
management and control of the processes that influence the quality of its
products and customer service.
a. Manufacturer shall have control of all materials and processes used in
the fabrication or assembly of components that are integrated together
by manufacturer to produce fire barriers and related products.
b. The manufacturer of the fire barriers shall maintain documented
management procedures and documented control processes that
influence the quality of the fire barrier.
c. Each Individual fire barrier is to be labeled with a number that is
traceable to manufacturing quality records and a label that indicates
that the product is certified to meet the specifications included in the
certifying agency's product listing. Any deviations shall be clearly and
boldly noted.

B. Installer Qualifications:
1. All products listed in this section are to be installed by a single installer with
demonstrated experience in installing products of the same type and scope as
specified.
2. Installer shall be insured and licensed as required by agencies within the
project's jurisdiction and acceptable or authorized by the manufacturer.

C. Product Requirements:
1. Expansion Joint Fire Barrier Assemblies: Comply with applicable
requirements of the following standards as applicable: UL 2079, UL 263,
ASTM E 1966 and ASTM E 119.
2. Materials supplied by manufacturer shall be asbestos free.

D. Mock-Up: Provide a mock-up for evaluation of surface preparation techniques and

application workmanship.
1. Finish areas designated by Architect.
2. Do not proceed with remaining work until workmanship is approved by
Architect.
3. Rework mock-up area as required to produce acceptable work.

1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Delivery of the fire barrier and related products (components) to the project site shall
be in the components original containers displaying fully intact and legible labels
identifying component part number, type and size.

B. Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation.

C. Store and dispose of solvent-based materials, and materials used with solvent-
based materials, in accordance with requirements of local authorities having

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1.8 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Maintain environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, and ventilation) within

limits recommended by manufacturer for optimum results. Do not install products
under environmental conditions outside manufacturer's absolute limits.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

A. Acceptable Manufacturer: Fireline 520® Series LLC , which is located at: 2225
Kenmore Ave. Suite 100 ; Buffalo, NY 14207; Tel: 716-332-4699; Email: request info
(alshaw@fireline520.com); Web: www.fireline520.com

B. Substitutions: Not permitted.

C. Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of

Section 01600.

2.2 FIRE BARRIER

A. Horizontal Application (Floor to Floor and Floor to Wall):

1. Product: Fireline 520 Fire Barrier as manufactured by Fireline 520 LLC.
2. Fire Resistance Rating (2 inches (51 mm) to 32 inches (813 mm) Joint
Opening): 1 hour.
3. Fire Resistance Rating (2 inches (51 mm) to 32 inches (813 mm) Joint
Opening): 2 hour.
4. Fire Resistance Rating (2 inches (51 mm) to 32 inches (813 mm) Joint
Opening): 3 hour.
5. Provide top mount (typical) unless noted otherwise.
6. Provide bottom mount where indicated or required to achieve lateral shear
requirement.
7. Provide inside mount where conflict with cover plate or floor transition
elements occur.

B. Horizontal Application - Wet Environment/Hazard (Floor to Floor and Floor to Wall):

1. Product: Fireline 520 Total Water Guard Fire Barrier as manufactured by
Fireline 520 LLC.
2. Provide fire barriers with built in 1/4 inch (6 mm) drain tube and total
encapsulated fire barrier protection against water intrusion.
3. Fire Resistance Rating (2 inches (51 mm) to 32 inches (813 mm) Joint
Opening): 1 hour.
4. Fire Resistance Rating (2 inches (51 mm) to 32 inches (813 mm) Joint
Opening): 2 hour.
5. Fire Resistance Rating (2 inches (51 mm) to 32 inches (813 mm) Joint
Opening): 3 hour.
6. Provide top mount (typical) unless noted otherwise.
7. Provide bottom mount where indicated or required to avoid conflict with cover
plate or floor transition elements.

C. Vertical Application:
1. Product: Fireline 520 WallGuard Fire Barrier as manufactured by Fireline 520
LLC.
2. Vertical fire barrier system. Mirrored fire barrier application that provides
protection from a fire event from either side. Caulking to achieve rating is not

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3. Fire Resistance Rating (2 inches (51 mm) through 20 inches (508 mm)
opening: 2 hour with 50% Class 4 movement.
4. Fire Resistance Rating (3 inches (76 mm) through 20 inches (508 mm)
opening: 3 hour with 50% Class 4 movement.
5. Fire Resistance Rating (4 inches (102 mm) through 20 inches (508 mm)
opening: 4 hour with 50% Class 4 movement.

D. Cover Plate: Refer to Section 05810 - Expansion Joint Cover Assemblies.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 PREPARATION

A. Prepare substrates according to fire barrier system manufacturer's written

instructions.

B. Provide anchorage devices and fasteners to secure joint systems, Provide fasteners
of metal, type, and size to suit type of construction indicated for proper attachment of
systems.

3.2 INSTALLATION

A. Install fire barriers in accordance with manufacturer's written instructions to provide

continuous, uninterrupted fire resistance throughout length of joint.

B. Coordinate installation of joint assembly materials and associated work so complete

assemblies comply with specified performance requirements.

C. Install transitions to provide continuous, uninterrupted, fire barrier rated construction.

D. Install moisture barrier and drain tubes to provide continuous uninterrupted moisture
flow to drains indicated.

3.3 PROTECTION

A. Protect assemblies from damage until adjacent construction is complete.

END OF SECTION

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