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THE SPECIFICATION SECTION IN THE CONTRACT

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[DIVISION 8: DOORS AND WINDOWS]{.underline}

SECTION 08113 ‑ STANDARD STEEL FRAMES

USE: Furnishing and installing metal frames.

**NOTES TO SPECIFIER:**

A. Options within paragraphs are identified by enclosure in brackets;
blank spaces enclosed by brackets \[\_\_\_\_\_\] provide for information
to be inserted, as appropriate, to individual projects.

B. **TO AVOID CONFLICTING REQUIREMENTS AND COSTLY MISTAKES,** the
specifier must edit (delete, substitute or add to the text). The
remaining paragraphs must be renumbered.

C. DELETE FOR FINAL COPY: Notes to the Specifier, located between lines
of asterisks; all \[brackets\], [underlining]{.underline}, **boldface**,
and *italics*, within the paragraphs; and this page. (Open Reveal Codes
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BE BOLDED.** Click in the footer and delete the "Project Name (ftr B)"
text and replace it with the **Name of the Project (upper and lower
case)**. Replace date with current MM/YY (WITHOUT BRACKETS).

E. The Guide Specifications are intended to be continuously reviewed and
revised. User's technical comments are appreciated. Also, other related
or similar specification that are written "from scratch" that could
benefit others, or other questions can be sent to NSTC A/E Group, ST
110, or call (303) 987-6868.

**DRAWING DATA REQUIRED:**

**REQUIRED SPEC MODIFICATIONS:**

[GENERAL NOTES]{.underline}

A. Whenever entire articles, paragraphs, or subparagraphs are not
applicable, the articles, paragraphs, or subparagraphs should be
deleted; when necessary, reletter or renumber articles, paragraphs, or
subparagraphs.

B. THIS GUIDE IS NOT INTENDED AS A SUBSTITUTE FOR READING THE ENTIRE
SECTION.

[TECHNICAL NOTES]{.underline}

A. 1.1B: Select or add applicable specification sections. Do not list
specification sections from Division 8.

B. 1.2: Select or add applicable references.

C. 1.3A: Select applicable section.

D. 1.3B: Insert number of copies of the manufacturer\'s descriptive data
required. Normally 5 copies are required. Distribution after review is
normally 1 copy to the COR, 3 copies to the Contractor, and 1 copy to
the project file.

E. 1.3C: Insert number of copies of shop drawings required. Normally 5
copies are required. Distribution after review is normally 1 copy to the
COR, 3 copies to the Contractor, and 1 copy to the project file.

F. 4.1 and 4.2: When a \"lump sum\" Contract is used, delete the title
PART 4: MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT, and both articles from this
specification section. Measurement and payment will be addressed in Part
4 of Section 01010.

**REVISIONS OF THIS SECTION:**

CSI format, editorial changes: 12/01

Metric:

Technical Update: 07/92

SECTION 08113

STANDARD STEEL FRAMES

[PART 1: GENERAL]{.underline}

1.1 SUMMARY:

A. Section Includes: Furnishing and installing interior steel door
frames.

1.2 REFERENCES:

A. American National Standards Institute, Inc.:

ANSI A115 88 Frames, a Collection ANSI A115.1-A115.17

B. American Society for Testing and Materials:

ASTM A 525 REV A-91 General Requirements for Steel Sheet, Zinc‑Coated
(Galvanized) by the Hot‑Dip Process

ASTM A 525M-91 General Requirements for Steel Sheet, Zinc‑Coated
(Galvanized) by the Hot‑Dip Process (Metric)

C. National Fire Protection Association:

NFPA 80‑90 Standard for Fire Doors and Windows

NFPA 101‑91 Code for Safety to Life from Fire in Buildings and
Structures

D. Steel Door Institute:

SDI 100‑83 Recommended Specifications ‑ Standard Steel Doors and Frames

SDI 107‑84 Hardware on Steel Doors (Reinforcement‑Application)

E. Underwriters\' Laboratories, Inc.:

UL 10B‑86 UL Standard for Safety Fire Tests of Door Assemblies, Seventh
Edition

1.3 SUBMITTALS:

A. General: Submittals shall be according to \[Section 01009 - General
Information and Requirements.\] \[and\] \[Section 01300 - Submittals.\]
\[and\] \[Section 01365 - Certificates of Conformance.\]

B. Manufacturer\'s Literature: Submit \[[ ]{.underline}\] copies of
manufacturer\'s descriptive literature for the standard forms to be used
on this project. Descriptive literature shall include data and details
on frame construction including internal reinforcement.

C. Shop Drawings: Submit \[[ ]{.underline}\] copies of shop drawings of
frames. Drawings shall indicate elevations of frames, details of frame
construction to scale, metal gauges, reinforcement, hardware provisions,
and installation details. Include a schedule showing locations of
frames.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE:

A. Failure Criteria: Not limited to the following:

1\. ab Loosening of frame from supporting framing during normal usage.

2\. ab Rusting of frame.2. ab

3\. ab Wracking of frame sufficient to bind door.

4\. Loosening of hardware due to failure of reinforcement to perform its
function.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE:

A. Labeling Requirements: Fire door frames and accessories shall bear
the identifying label of the Underwriters\' Laboratories, Inc.; in lieu
of such label, the fire doors, frames, hardware, and accessories shall
bear the label of a nationally recognized testing agency.

B. Testing Requirements: The testing agency shall be adequately equipped
and competent to perform services equivalent to the inspection and
certificate programs of the Underwriters\' Laboratories, Inc.,
indicating that the units conform to the Underwriters\' Laboratories,
Inc.

1\. Steel Astragal on Fire Doors: Astragal on pairs of labeled fire
doors shall be according to NFPA 80 and Underwriters\' Laboratories,
Inc. requirements.

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING:

A. Delivery: Frames of welded‑unit construction shall be strapped
together in pairs with the head of one frame inverted for bracing. As an
alternate method, temporary steel spreaders shall be securely fastened
to the bottom of each frame. Frames damaged during delivery shall be
replaced. Ship knockdown frames in bundles.

B. Storage: At the site, frames shall be stored on platforms under
cover. The storage spaces shall be in dry and accessible locations,
adequately ventilated and free from dust or water. The use of nonvented
plastic or canvas shelters that create a humidity chamber shall be
avoided. A 1/4 inch space shall be provided between the frames. Do not
remove temporary spreaders until bucks of welded frames are secured in
place.

[PART 2: PRODUCTS]{.underline}

2.1 MATERIALS:

A. Anchors: Shall be the manufacturer\'s standard shapes and sizes
designed to anchor the frame securely to the adjoining construction.
Anchors shall be of steel, painted with rust‑inhibitive paint. All
anchors shall be not lighter than 18 ga.

1\. Wall Anchors: A minimum of three anchors shall be provided for each
jamb. Anchors shall be located opposite the top and bottom hinges and
midway between top and bottom anchors.

2\. Anchors for Fastening Frames to Wood Stud Partitions: Welded or
otherwise securely fastened to the back of frames. Anchors shall be
designed to be fastened to wood studs with nails. A minimum of four
anchors per jamb.

3\. Floor Anchors: Shall be provided at the bottom of each jamb member.
Anchors shall be adjustable and drilled for 3/8‑inch diameter anchor
bolts.

2.2 MANUFACTURED UNITS:

A. Door Frames: Hollow metal frames shall be formed of 16 ga cold rolled
steel to sizes and shapes indicated and shall have full‑welded‑unit
construction at corners. Additional reinforcing of frames for
surface‑applied hardware shall be built into the frame at the factory.

B. Joints of Welded‑Type Frames: Corner joints of frames for doors shall
be mitered or butted and face welded from the outside. Head and jamb
members shall have mechanically interlocked joints with all contact
edges closed tight. Welds shall be dressed flush and smooth, and shall
present a neat appearance.

C. Joints for Knockdown‑Type Frames: Corner joints shall be designed for
simple field assembly of header to jamb members by concealed tenons,
splice plates, or other type of concealed interlocking joint that will
produce square and rigid corners and a tight fit. Joints shall be
securely locked in place during erection and the alignment of adjoining
members shall be maintained. Provide lock nuts for all bolted
connections.

D. Mullions and Transom Bars: Shall be closed or tubular construction
and shall member with heads and jambs and be butt‑welded thereto or
knockdown for field assembly. Bottom of door mullions shall have
adjustable floor anchors and spreader connections.

E. Stops and Beads: Formed from 20 ga steel and furnished with frames at
interior glazed openings and other locations where fixed glass is
indicated in pressed steel frames. Neoprene or felt gaskets shall be
provided where indicated. Beads shall be secured to frames with
oval‑head, countersunk, cross‑recessed‑head self‑tapping sheet metal
screws or concealed‑type clips and fasteners. Either type shall be
spaced approximately 12 to 16 inches oc. Beads having a molded shape
shall be mitered at corners. Square or rectangular beads shall be
mitered at corners.

F. Strike Dust Guard: The strike jamb for single leaf doors shall be
provided with a door strike protected by a dust guard welded in place.

G. Frames for Cased Openings: Fabricated of same material, gauge, and
assembly as specified for metal door frames except door stops and
preparation for hardware shall be omitted.

2.3 FABRICATION:

A. Shop‑Primed Finish: Steel surfaces of hollow metal frames for
interior openings shall receive a phosphate treatment, and a shop coat
of rust‑inhibitive paint. The phosphate treatment shall be a type
standard with, or as recommended by, the manufacturer. The prime coat
shall be a type especially developed for materials treated by phosphates
and adapted to application by dipping or spraying.

[PART 3: EXECUTION]{.underline}

3.1 PREPARATION:

A. General: Frames shall be reinforced, drilled and tapped to receive
mortised finish hardware. Frame preparation for hardware shall be
according to the applicable requirements of ANSI A115 and SDI 107.
Drilling and tapping for surface‑applied hardware shall be done at the
project site and shall be according to SDI 107. Hardware shall be
located according to the requirements of SDI 100, as applicable. Door
frames shall be punched to receive a minimum of three rubber door
silencers on latch jamb of single doors and one silencer for each leaf
in heads of double door frames. Lock strikes shall be set out to provide
clearance for silencers.

3.2 INSTALLATION:

A. Steel Frames: Shall be set accurately in position, plumbed, aligned
and braced securely until permanent anchors are set. The bottom of
frames shall be anchored securely to floors with expansion bolts or with
powder‑actuated fasteners. Wall anchors shall be built‑in or secured to
adjoining construction as specified.

B. Fire Door Frames: Installation of fire door frames, including
hardware and operational characteristics, shall be according to NFPA 101
requirements.

3.3 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL:

A. Inspection Requirements: Door frame sections shall be double‑rabbeted
and designed for use with the wall construction indicated. Finish frames
shall be strong and rigid; neat in appearance; square, plumb, and true;
and free from defects, warp or buckle. Molded members shall be
clean‑cut; straight and true. Corner joints shall be well formed and in
true alignment. Fastenings shall be concealed where practicable. Exposed
welded and soldered joints shall be dressed smooth.

3.4 CLEANING:

A. Requirements: Upon completion, exposed surfaces of frames shall be
cleaned thoroughly. Mastic smears and other unsightly marks shall be
removed. Frames shall be in prime condition, ready for application of
finish paint.

3.5 PROTECTION:

A. Requirements: Frames shall be protected from damage. Frames that are
damaged prior to completion and acceptance of the project shall be
repaired as approved, or replaced.

[PART 4: MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT]{.underline}

4.1 METHOD OF MEASUREMENT:

A. ab Units: The work described in this section will not be measured for
payment.

4.2 BASIS OF PAYMENT:

A. Payment: No direct payment for the work described under this section
will be made. The Contractor shall include consideration for this item
in the bid price for other items of the Contract.

END OF SECTION