SECTION MASTER FORMAT 1995 - 10605 MASTER FORMAT 2004 - 10 22 13 WIRE MESH PARTITIONS ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** WireCrafters; partitions, industrial barriers, mezzanine railings. This section is based on the products of WireCrafters, LLC. WireCrafters' Style 840 wire partition system is based on the simple idea that 4 foot or 5 foot high panels stack one on top of the other between tubular posts to reach the finished partition height. There is no need for different ceiling panels or supplementary stiffeners. WireCrafters makes traditional partitions, industrial barriers to separate work areas, and railings to enclose open sides of mezzanines. WireCrafters also makes wire mesh storage lockers and wire mesh enclosures for pallet racks, which are not included in this section. PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 SECTION INCLUDES ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Insert a description that identifies the partitions, if not shown on drawings. Edit as required. A. Wire mesh partitions for: 1. Storage compartments. 2. Mezzanine railings. 3. Industrial barriers. 4. ________________. 1.2 RELATED SECTIONS ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required. A. Section 09900 - Paints and Coatings: Field painting. 1.3 SUBMITTALS A. Submit under provisions of Section 01300. B. Product Data: Manufacturer's printed data on products to be furnished. C. Shop Drawings: Complete layout and fabrication drawings. 1. For mezzanine railings include evidence that structural design and anchorage meet the requirements of the authorities having jurisdiction. D. Samples: Finish color samples for selection. E. Keys: Turn over keys for door locks to Owner at completion of project. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.1 MANUFACTURER A. Acceptable Manufacturer: WireCrafters, LLC B. Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01600. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete paragraph above or below; coordinate with Division 1 requirements. C. Substitutions: Not permitted. 2.2 PARTITIONS A. Wire Mesh Partitions: Factory-assembled modular sized panels stacked between post uprights, complete with all components, accessories, hardware, and fasteners; interchangeable units that allow expansion without waste of components. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following styles. 1. Style: Full mesh. 2. Style: Solid sheet metal bottom panel, mesh above. 3. Style: Solid sheet metal bottom panel, polycarbonate panel above. 4. Style: Full solid sheet metal. 5. Provide fixed sections unless otherwise indicated. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Nominal 10 feet on center is the largest spacing available for 10 foot wide panels. Panels are also available in smaller widths from 1 foot to 9 feet, in 1 foot increments. 6. Post Spacing: As required to suit dimensions, using manufacturer's standard panel widths. 7. Provide adjustable width sheet metal panels to achieve horizontal partition dimensions indicated up to 40 foot (12.19 m) high partition. 8. Provide special panels of same construction as adjacent panels to achieve horizontal partition dimensions indicated. 9. Panel frames bolted together and to posts. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following height dimensions. Partitions may be up to 40 feet high (12.19 m). 10. Height: One 48 inch (1220 mm) high panel. 11. Height: One 60 inch (1524 mm) high panel. 12. Height: Two 48 inch (1220 mm) high panels. 13. Height: One 60 inch (1524 mm) high panel and one 48 inch (1220 mm) high panel. 14. Height: Two 60 inch (1524 mm) high panels. 15. Height: Three 48 inch (1220 mm) high panels. 16. Height: Three 60 inch (1524 mm) high panels. 17. Height: Four 60 inch (1524 mm) high panels. 18. Height: _____________. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any of the following toe space descriptions that are not applicable. The first is standard for storage compartments. No open space is required for DEA-approved storage areas. 12 inch high space is typical of physical barriers in industrial plants, making a 6 foot high partition using a single 5 foot high panel. 19. Toe Space - Storage Compartments: 3-1/4 inch (82 mm) high open space below bottom panel. 20. Toe Space - Storage Compartments: No open space below bottom panel; fit panel tight to floor. 21. Toe Space - Industrial Barriers: 12 inch (305 mm) high open space below bottom panel. 22. Provide ceiling panels where indicated. 23. Finish: Electrostatic sprayed enamel, in manufacturer's standard color. B. Posts: Square 2 by 2 inch (50 by 50 mm) 14 gauge steel tube. 1. Factory drilled holes for attaching panels. 2. Welded-on base plate, 2 by 7 by 1/4 inch (50 by 178 by 6 mm), with factory drilled holes for floor anchors. 3. Decorative plastic post cap. 4. Corner Posts: Same as in-line posts. 5. Provide appropriate hardware for attaching panels to posts and posts to floor. C. Wire Mesh Panels: Steel angle frames with wire mesh securely welded in place; frame joints coped at corner and securely welded; factory drilled holes for fasteners. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following mesh options. The first is standard. 1. Wire Mesh: 10 gauge, 0.135 inch (3.5 mm) steel wire woven into 2 by 1 inch (50 by 25 mm) rectangular mesh. 2. Wire Mesh: 10 gauge, 0.135 inch (3.5 mm) steel wire woven into 5/8 inch (16 mm) square mesh. 3. Wire Mesh: 8 gauge, 0.162 inch (4 mm) steel wire woven into 1-1/2 inch (38 mm) square mesh. 4. Wire Mesh: 12 gauge, 0.105 inch (2.5 mm) steel wire woven into 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) square mesh. 5. Wire Mesh: 6 gauge, 0.192 inch (5 mm) steel wire woven into 2 inch (50 mm) square mesh. 6. Wire Mesh: (specify) 7. Expanded Metal: (specify) 8. Welded Wire Mesh (specify) ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. The first is for all mesh gauges except 6 gauge. The second is required for 6 gauge. 9. Frame: 1-1/4 by 1-1/4 by 1/8 inch (32 by 32 by 3 mm) hot rolled steel angle. 10. Frame: 1-1/2 by 1-1/2 by 1/8 inch (38 by 38 by 3 mm) hot rolled steel angle. 11. Vertical Panel Stiffeners: 1/4 by 3/4 inch (6 by 19 mm) steel bar securely welded to frame behind mesh on panels 4 feet (1219 mm) or wider. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following paragraph if no ceilings are required. 12. Ceiling Panels: Same as wall panels; provide supplemental support where required by span. D. Solid Wainscot Panels: 16 gauge steel sheet welded in same mesh panel frames. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Additional door and service window options are available. Contact manufacturer. E. Door Sections: Matching wire mesh panels. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. The first is for all mesh gauges except 6 gauge. The second is required for 6 gauge. 1. Frame: 1-1/4 by 1-1/4 by 1/8 inch (32 by 32 by 3 mm) hot rolled steel angle. 2. Frame: 1-1/2 by 1-1/2 by 1/8 inch (38 by 38 by 3 mm) hot rolled steel angle. 3. Stiffeners: Two horizontal and one vertical stiffener of 1/4 by 3/4 inch (6 by 19 mm) flat hot rolled steel bar. 4. Sliding Doors: ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following width descriptions. a. Width: 36 inches (915 mm). b. Width: 48 inches (1220 mm). c. Width: 60 inches (1524 mm). d. Width: 72 inches (1829 mm). e. Width: 96 inches (2438 mm). f. Width: 120 inches (3048 mm). g. Width: As indicated on drawings. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following three height descriptions. h. Door Opening Height: 96 inches (2440 mm). i. Door Opening Height: 120 inches (3048 mm). j. Door Opening Height: _________. k. Door Hangers: Two 4-wheel roller bearing hangers. l. Track: Box track, twice the width of door panel. m. Floor mounted bottom guide/keeper. 5. Hinged Doors: ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. a. Single Door Width: 36 inches (915 mm). b. Single Door Width: 48 inches (1220 mm). ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. c. Double Door Width: 72 inches (1830 mm). d. Double Door Width: 96 inches (2440 mm). ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. e. Dutch Door Width: 36 inches (915 mm). f. Dutch Door Width: 48 inches (1220 mm). g. Door Opening Height: 87-1/4 inches (2216 mm), with transom of similar construction to full height of partition. h. Door Opening Height: __________. i. Hinges: 3 5-knuckle tight-pin butt hinges fastened to door panel and frame. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following locking paragraphs. 6. Locking: Padlock lugs. 7. Locking: Mortise cylinder lock operated by key outside, recessed thumb turn knob inside. 8. Locking: Mortise cylinder lock operated by key outside, key inside. 9. Locking: Mortise cylinder lock operated by key outside, lever handle inside. 10. Locking: Mortise cylinder lock operated by key outside, door knob inside. 11. Locking: Latch operated by thumb turn latch outside, recessed thumb turn knob inside. 12. Locking: Mortise cylinder lock operated by thumb turn latch outside, key inside. 13. Locking: Latch operated by thumb turn latch outside, door knob inside. 14. Locking: Latch operated by thumb turn latch outside, lever handle inside. 15. Locking: Latch door knob outside, recessed thumb turn knob inside. 16. Locking: Mortise cylinder lock operated by door knob outside, key inside. 17. Locking: Latch door knob outside, door knob inside. 18. Locking: Latch door knob outside, lever handle inside. F. Service Windows: Vertically sliding service window opening in a 48 by 96 inch (1220 by 2440 mm) high panel. 1. Opening Size: 24 inches (610 mm) wide by 21 inches (533 mm) high. 2. Hardware: Padlock lugs to lock sliding panel in open and closed positions. 3. Shelf: 10 gauge sheet steel, full width of opening, 12 inches (305 mm) deep. 2.3 MEZZANINE RAILINGS A. Mezzanine Railings: Factory-assembled modular sized panels bolted to post uprights, complete with all components and hardware; interchangeable units that allow expansion without waste of components. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Nominal 8 feet on center is the largest spacing available, for 94 inch wide panels. Panels are also available in 10, 46, and 70 inch widths. 1. Post Spacing: As required to suit dimensions, using manufacturer's standard panel widths. 2. Height: 42 inches (1067 mm) with 4 inch (102 mm) high solid kickplate. 3. Finish: Electrostatic sprayed enamel, in manufacturer's standard color. 4. Provide appropriate hardware for attaching panels to posts. B. Posts: Square 2 by 2 inch (50 by 50 mm) 14 gauge steel tube. 1. Factory drilled holes for attaching panels. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. 2. Mounting: Deck-mounted, with welded-on 2 by 7 by 3/8 inch (50 by 178 by 9.5 mm) base plate with factory drilled holes for mounting. 3. Mounting: Face of mezzanine mounted, with welded-on 2 by 8 by 1/4 inch (50 by 203 by 6 mm) base plate with factory drilled holes for mounting. 4. Decorative steel post cap, welded on. 5. Corner Posts: 2 by 2 inches (50 by 50 mm). 6. Provide appropriate hardware for attaching panels to posts. C. Wire Mesh Panels: Steel angle frames with wire mesh securely welded in place; frame joints coped at corner and securely welded; factory drilled holes for fasteners. 1. Wire Mesh: 10 gauge, 0.135 inch (3.5 mm) steel wire woven into 2 by 1 inch (50 by 25 mm) rectangular mesh. 2. Frame: 1-1/4 by 1-1/4 by 1/8 inch (32 by 32 by 3 mm) hot rolled steel angle. 3. Vertical Panel Stiffeners: On panels 4 feet (1219 mm) or wider provide 1/4 by 3/4 inch (6 by 19 mm) steel bar securely welded to frame behind. 4. Top Rail: Square 2 by 2 inch (50 by 50 mm) 14 gauge steel tube. D. Single Hinged Gates: Same construction as panels. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. 1. Width: 36 inches (915 mm). 2. Width: 48 inches (1220 mm). 3. Locking: Padlockable spring bolt. E. Double Hinged Gates: Same construction as panels. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. 1. Width: 72 inches (1830 mm). 2. Width: 96 inches (2440 mm). 3. Locking: Hinged cuff (non lockable). F. Lift Out Gates: Same construction as panels. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete two of the following three paragraphs. 1. Width: 36 inches (915 mm). 2. Width: 48 inches (1220 mm). 3. Width: 60 inches (1524 mm). PART 3 EXECUTION 3.1 INSTALLATION A. Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. B. Install plumb, level, and securely anchored to floor and to other structural members where indicated. C. Adjust doors and service windows for smooth, easy operation. END OF SECTION Purchase Wire Partitions From: Cisco-Eagle http://www.cisco-eagle.com Material Handling Experts are a call away: 1-888-877-3861 Toll free 7-5 CST in the United States & Canada Offices: Dallas, Houston, San Antonio Texas | Little Rock, Arkansas | Oklahoma City & Tulsa, Oklahoma