SECTION 08 71 00
DOOR HARDWARE
08/08
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 REFERENCES
The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the
extent referenced. The publications are referred to in the text by the
basic designation only.
ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)
ASTM E 283 (2004) Determining the Rate of Air Leakage
Through Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls,
and Doors Under Specified Pressure
Differences Across the Specimen
ASTM F 883 (2009) Padlocks
BUILDERS HARDWARE MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (BHMA)
BHMA A156.1 (2006) Butts and Hinges
BHMA A156.12 (2005) Interconnected Locks & Latches
BHMA A156.13 (2005) Mortise Locks & Latches, Series 1000
BHMA A156.15 (2006) Closer Holder Release Devices
BHMA A156.16 (2008) Auxiliary Hardware
BHMA A156.17 (2004) Self Closing Hinges & Pivots
BHMA A156.18 (2006) Materials and Finishes
BHMA A156.2 (2003) Bored and Preassembled Locks and
Latches
BHMA A156.21 (2009) Thresholds
BHMA A156.22 (2005) Door Gasketing and Edge Seal Systems
BHMA A156.3 (2008) Exit Devices
BHMA A156.4 (2008) Door Controls - Closers
BHMA A156.5 (2001) Auxiliary Locks & Associated
Products
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BHMA A156.6 (2005) Architectural Door Trim
BHMA A156.7 (2003; R 2009) Template Hinge Dimensions
BHMA A156.8 (2005) Door Controls - Overhead Stops and
Holders
NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)
NFPA 101 (2009; Amd 1 & 2 2009) Life Safety Code
NFPA 80 (2010) Standard for Fire Doors and Other
Opening Protectives
STEEL DOOR INSTITUTE (SDI/DOOR)
SDI/DOOR A250.8 (2003) Recommended Specification for
Standard Steel Doors and Frames
UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES (UL)
UL 14C (2006; Rev thru Dec 2008) Swinging
Hardware for Standard Tin-Clad Fire Doors
Mounted Singly and in Pairs
UL Bld Mat Dir (2009) Building Materials Directory
1.2 SUBMITTALS
Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL
PROCEDURES.
SD-02 Shop Drawings
Hardware schedule; G
Keying system
SD-03 Product Data
Hardware items; G
SD-08 Manufacturer's Instructions
Installation
SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data
Hardware Schedule items, Data Package 1; G
Submit data package in accordance with Section 01 78 23 OPERATION
AND MAINTENANCE DATA.
SD-11 Closeout Submittals
Key Bitting
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1.3 HARDWARE SCHEDULE
Prepare and submit hardware schedule in the following form:
Reference Mfr. UL Mark
Publi- Name Key (If fire BHMA
Hard- cation and Con- rated Finish
ware Quan- Type Catalog trol and Designa-
Item tity Size No. Finish No. Symbols listed) tion
----- ----- ---- ------ ------ ------- ------- -------- ---------
1.4 KEY BITTING CHART REQUIREMENTS
Submit key bitting charts to the Contracting Officer prior to completion of
the work. Include:
a. Complete listing of all keys (AA1, AA2, etc.).
b. Complete listing of all key cuts (AA1-123456, AA2-123458).
c. Tabulation showing which key fits which door.
d. Copy of floor plan showing doors and door numbers.
e. Listing of 20 percent more key cuts than are presently required in
each master system.
1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE
1.5.1 Hardware Manufacturers and Modifications
Provide, as far as feasible, locks, hinges, pivots, and closers of one
lock, hinge, pivot, or closer manufacturer's make. Modify hardware as
necessary to provide features indicated or specified.
1.5.1 Coordination
Contractor shall coordinate door hardware with all electronic security
devices to insure proper door operation and compliance with applicable
provisions of NFPA 101. Report potential problems in writing to the
Contracting Officer. Include proposed solutions.
1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
Deliver hardware in original individual containers, complete with necessary
appurtenances including fasteners and instructions. Mark each individual
container with item number as shown in hardware schedule. Deliver
permanent keys and removable cores to the Contracting Officer, either
directly or by certified mail. Deliver construction master keys with the
locks.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 TEMPLATE HARDWARE
Provide hardware to be applied to metal or to prefinished doors
manufactured to template. Promptly furnish template information or
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templates to door and frame manufacturers. Conform to BHMA A156.7 for
template hinges. Coordinate hardware items to prevent interference with
other hardware.
2.2 HARDWARE FOR FIRE DOORS AND EXIT DOORS
Provide all hardware necessary to meet the requirements of NFPA 80 for fire
doors and NFPA 101 for exit doors, as well as to other requirements
indicated, even if such hardware is not specifically mentioned under
paragraph entitled "Hardware Schedule." Provide the label of Underwriters
Laboratories, Inc. for such hardware listed in UL Bld Mat Dir or labeled
and listed by another testing laboratory acceptable to the Contracting
Officer.
2.3 HARDWARE ITEMS
Clearly and permanently mark with the manufacturer's name or trademark,
hinges, pivots, locks, latches, exit devices, bolts and closers where the
identifying mark will be visible after the item is installed. For closers
with covers, the name or trademark may be beneath the cover.
2.3.1 Hinges
BHMA A156.1, 4-1/2 by 4-1/2 inch unless otherwise indicated. Construct
loose pin hinges for exterior doors and reverse-bevel interior doors so
that pins will be nonremovable when door is closed. Other antifriction
bearing hinges may be provided in lieu of ball-bearing hinges.
2.3.2 Pivots
BHMA A156.4.
2.3.4 Locks and Latches
2.3.4.2 Bored Locks and Latches
BHMA A156.2, Series 4000, Grade 1, extra heavy-duty, key-in-lever.
2.3.4.6 Auxiliary Locks
BHMA A156.5, Grade 1.
2.3.4.7 Push Button Combination Locks
Heavy-duty, mechanical combination lockset with five pushbuttons,
standard-sized knobs, 3/4 inch deadlocking latch, 2-3/4 inch backset.
Operate the locks by pressing two or more of the buttons in unison or
individually in the proper sequence. Inside knob will operate the latch.
Provide a keyed cylinder on the interior to permit setting the
combination. Provide a keyed removable-core cylinder on the exterior to
permit bypassing the combination. Provide a thumb turn on the interior to
activate passage set function, so that outside knob operates latch without
using the combination.
2.3.5 Exit Devices
BHMA A156.3, Grade 1. Provide adjustable strikes for rim type and vertical
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rod devices. Provide touch bars in lieu of conventional crossbars and
arms.
2.3.7 Cylinders and Cores
Provide cylinders and cores for new locks, including locks provided under
other sections of this specification. Provide cylinders and cores with
seven pin tumblers. Provide cylinders from products of one manufacturer,
and provide cores from the products of one manufacturer. Rim cylinders,
mortise cylinders, and knobs of bored locksets have interchangeable cores
which are removable by special control keys. Stamp each interchangeable
core with a key control symbol in a concealed place on the core.
2.3.8 Keying System
Provide a keying system of the level required by the Government. Provide
key cabinet as specified.
2.3.9 Lock Trim
Cast, forged, or heavy wrought construction and commercial plain design.
2.3.9.1 Roses
Provide wrought roses on both sides of each door. In addition to meeting
test requirements of BHMA A156.2, roses shall be 0.050 inch thick if
unreinforced. If reinforced, outer shell shall be 0.035 inch thick and
combined thickness shall be 0.070 inch..
2.3.9.2 Lever Handles
Provide lever handles in lieu of knobs for all locks and latches. Levers
shall be solid cast brass, bronze, or zinc without plastic inserts or cores.
Provide lever handles return to within 1/2 inch of the door face.
2.3.10 Keys
Furnish one file key, one duplicate key, and one working key for each key
change and for each master and grand master keying system. Furnish one
additional working key for each lock of each keyed-alike group. Furnish
four of each type of master keys, and four control keys for removable cores.
Furnish a quantity of key blanks equal to 20 percent of the total number
of file keys. Stamp each key with appropriate key control symbol and "U.S.
property - Do not duplicate." Do not place room number on keys.
2.3.11 Door Bolts
BHMA A156.16. Provide dustproof strikes for bottom bolts, except for doors
having metal thresholds. Automatic latching flush bolts: BHMA A156.3, Type
27.
2.3.12 Closers
BHMA A156.4, Series C02000, Grade 1, heavy duty with PT 4D and 4H. Provide
closers with cast-iron housings and forged steel pistons and main arms, all
weather fluid, and separate regulation of closing speed, latch speed, and
back-check. Provide with brackets, arms, mounting devices, fasteners, full
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size covers, except at storefront mounting, and other features necessary
for the particular application. Size closers in accordance with
manufacturer's recommendations, or provide multi-size closers, Sizes 1
through 6, and list sizes in the Hardware Schedule. Provide manufacturer's
10 year warranty. Closers shall have a maximum projection of 2 1/4 inches
to minimize conflicts with adjacent walls.
2.3.12.1 Identification Marking
Engrave each closer with manufacturer's name or trademark, date of
manufacture, and manufacturer's size designation located to be visible
after installation.
2.3.13 Overhead Holders
BHMA A156.8. Each unit shall be adjustable from 85 to 110 degrees.
2.3.15 Door Protection Plates
BHMA A156.6, flat stainless steel.
2.3.15.1 Sizes of Kick Plates
Width for single doors shall be 2 inches less than door width; width for
pairs of doors shall be one inch less than door width. Provide 10 inch
kick plates for flush doors.
2.3.13 Push and Pull Devices
BHMA A156.6.
2.3.14 Push Plates
Similar to J405 except handle shall be 1 inch round stainless steel rod or
tube of constant diameter with mounting legs 8 inches apart o.c. Plate
over which handle is mounted shall be stainless steel, 4 inches x 16 inches.
2.3.15 Pull Handles
Category J401, aluminum, bronze, or stainless stel, 1 inch to 1-1/4 inches
in diameter with mounting legs 8 inches apart o.c. Projection shall be
between 2-1/2 and 3 inches.
2.3.17 Door Silencers
BHMA A156.16. Silencers Type L03011. Provide three silencers for each
single door, two for each pair.
2.3.17 Door Stops
Every door shall be provided with a door stop, even though a stop may not
be indicated in the Hardware Schedule. Overhead stops as specified herin
before are indicated in individual "hardware sets" where required. Wall
stops complying with BHMA A156.4, Type L12101 shall be provided typically.
If a wall stop is unsuitable because a door swings against a window,
chalk/tackboard, coat rack, etc., then a floor stop complying with BHMA A
156.4, Type L12141 or L12161 shall be provided. Where a door would conflict
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with another door, then a roller bumper complying with BHMA A156.4, Type
L12191, L12201, or L12211 shall be provided.
2.3.19 Thresholds
BHMA A156.21.
2.3.20 Weather Stripping Gasketing
BHMA A156.22. Provide the type and function designation where specified in
paragraph entitled "Hardware Schedule". Provide a set to include head and
jamb seals and sweep strips. Air leakage of weather stripped doors not to
exceed 1.25 cubic feet per minute of air per square foot of door area when
tested in accordance with ASTM E 283. Provide weather stripping with one
of the following:
2.3.20.1 Extruded Aluminum Retainers
Extruded aluminum retainers not less than 0.050 inch wall thickness with
vinyl, neoprene, silicone rubber, or polyurethane inserts. Provide clear
(natural) anodized aluminum.
2.3.19.2 Special Tools
Provide special tools, such as spanner and socket wrenches and dogging
keys, required to service and adjust hardware items.
2.3.21 Soundproofing Gasketing
BHMA A156.22. Include adjustable doorstops at head and jambs and an
automatic door bottom per set, both of extruded aluminum, clear (natural)
anodized, surface applied, with vinyl fin seals between plunger and
housing. Provide doorstops with solid neoprene tube, silicone rubber, or
closed-cell sponge gasket. Furnish door bottoms with adjustable operating
rod and silicone rubber or closed-cell sponge neoprene gasket. Doorstops
mitered at corners. Provide the type and function designation where
specified in paragraph entitled "Hardware Sets".
2.4 FASTENERS
Provide fasteners of proper type, quality, size, quantity, and finish with
hardware. Provide stainless steel or nonferrous metal fasteners that are
exposed to weather. Provide fasteners of type necessary to accomplish a
permanent installation.
2.5 FINISHES
BHMA A156.18. Provide hardware in BHMA 630 finish (satin stainless steel),
unless specified otherwise. Provide items not manufactured in stainless
steel in BHMA 626 finish (satin chromium plated) over brass or bronze,
except finish for surface door closers, which shall have aluminum paint
finish, and except BHMA 652 finish (satin chromium plated) for steel
hinges. Provide hinges for exterior doors in stainless steel with BHMA 630
finish or chromium plated brass or bronze with BHMA 626 finish. Furnish
exit devices in BHMA 626 finish in lieu of BHMA 630 finish. Match exposed
parts of concealed closers to lock and door trim. Match hardware finish
for aluminum doors to the doors.
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2.6 KEY CABINET AND CONTROL SYSTEM
BHMA A156.5, Type required to yield a capacity (number of hooks) 50 percent
greater than the number of key changes used for door locks.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
Install hardware in accordance with manufacturers' printed installation
instructions. Fasten hardware to wood surfaces with full-threaded wood
screws or sheet metal screws. Provide machine screws set in expansion
shields for fastening hardware to solid concrete and masonry surfaces.
Provide toggle bolts where required for fastening to hollow core
construction. Provide through bolts where necessary for satisfactory
installation.
3.1.1 Weather Stripping Installation
Handle and install weather stripping to prevent damage. Provide full
contact, weather-tight seals. Operate doors without binding.
3.1.1.1 Stop-Applied Weather Stripping
Fasten in place with color-matched sheet metal screws not more than 9 inch
on center after doors and frames have been finish painted.
3.1.3 Threshold Installation
Extend thresholds the full width of the opening and notch end for jamb
stops. Set thresholds in a full bed of sealant and anchor to floor with
cadmium-plated, countersunk, steel screws in expansion sleeves.
3.2 FIRE DOORS AND EXIT DOORS
Install hardware in accordance with NFPA 80 for fire doors, and NFPA 101
for exit doors.
3.3 HARDWARE LOCATIONS
SDI 100, unless indicated or specified otherwise.
a. Kick Plates: Push side of single-acting doors.
3.4 KEY CABINET AND CONTROL SYSTEM
Locate where directed. Tag one set of file keys and one set of duplicate
keys. Place other keys in appropriately marked envelopes, or tag each
key. Furnish complete instructions for setup and use of key control
system. On tags and envelopes, indicate door and room numbers or master or
grand master key.
3.5 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
After installation, protect hardware from paint, stains, blemishes, and
other damage until acceptance of work. Submit notice of testing 15 days
before scheduled, so that testing can be witnessed by the Contracting
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Officer. Adjust hinges, locks, latches, bolts, holders, closers, and other
items to operate properly. Demonstrate that permanent keys operate
respective locks, and give keys to the Contracting Officer. Correct,
repair, and finish, as directed, errors in cutting and fitting and damage
to adjoining work.
3.6 HARDWARE SETS
Provide hardware for aluminum doors under this section. Deliver Hardware
templates and hardware, except field-applied hardware to the aluminum door
and frame manufacturer for use in fabricating the doors and frames.
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