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THE SPECIFICATION SECTION IN THE CONTRACT

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[DIVISION 7: THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION]{.underline}

SECTION 07216 ‑ PERIMETER AND UNDER-SLAB INSULATION

(Plastic or Glass Foam)

USE: Furnishing and installing boards around the interior perimeter of
building foundations and under the floor slab immediately adjacent
thereto.

**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
\[alt F3\] to do this accurately.)

D. [To Edit "(Footer B)":]{.underline} (Corel 8). **ENTIRE FOOTER SHOULD
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 7.

B. 1.2: Select or add applicable references.

C. 1.3A: Select applicable specification 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 samples required. Normally 2 samples are
required. Distribution after review is normally 1 sample to the COR, and
1 sample to the Contractor.

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 section.
Measurement and payment will be addressed in Part 4 of \[Section 01009 -
General Information and Requirements\] \[or\] \[Section 01010 - Summary
of Work\].

**REVISIONS OF THIS SECTION:**

CSI format, editorial changes: 12/01

Metric:

Technical Update: 09/92

SECTION 07216

PERIMETER AND UNDER-SLAB INSULATION

(Plastic or Glass Foam)

[PART l: GENERAL]{.underline}

1.1 SUMMARY:

A. Section Includes: Providing and installing insulation blocks
vertically to the inside surfaces of perimeter foundation walls, and
horizontally immediately adjacent to perimeter walls under the concrete
floor slab.

1.2 REFERENCES:

A. American Society for Testing and Materials

ASTM C 165‑91 Test Method for Measuring Compressive Properties of
Thermal Insulations

ASTM C 177‑85 Test Method for Steady-State Heat Flux Measurements and
Thermal Transmission Properties by Means of the Guarded-Hot-Plate
Apparatus

ASTM C 240‑91 Test Method for Density of Cellular Glass Insulation Block

ASTM C 303‑90 Methods of Testing Preformed Block‑Type Thermal Insulation

ASTM D 162l‑73 Test Method for Compressive Properties of Rigid Cellular
Plastics

ASTM D 2842‑69 Test Method for Water Absorption of Rigid Cellular
Plastics

ASTM E 96‑90 Test Methods for Water Vapor Transmission of Materials

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 current copies of the
manufacturer\'s descriptive data including descriptive literature,
insulating characteristics, and instructions for installation and
protection of insulation.

C. Samples: Submit \[\_\_\_\] samples of the insulation to be used on
this project.

1\. Samples shall be actual material in 6 in² pieces.

1.4 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING:

A. Storage: Store adhesive above 65 degrees F for 24 hr prior to
application. Plastic foam insulation is combustible. During storage and
installation, observe good fire safety practices, including job site
housekeeping.

[PART 2: PRODUCTS]{.underline}

2.1 MATERIALS:

A. Insulation: As listed below or approved equal.

1\. ab Plastic foam blocks shall meet or exceed the following
requirements:

Density: 2.0 lb/cu ft, according to ASTM C 303.

Compressive strength: 40 psi, according to ASTM D 1621.

Water absorption: l% by volume, according to ASTM D 2842.

Water vapor permeability: 0.6 perm‑inch, according to ASTM E 96.

Thermal conductivity (k): 0.2 Btu/hr/sq. ft/degrees F/inch at 75 degrees
mean temperature, according to ASTM C 177.

2\. Glass foam blocks shall meet or exceed the following requirements:

Compressive strength: (Average) l00 psi, according to ASTM C 165.

Density: 8.5 lb/cu ft, according to ASTM C 303.

Flame spread: 5 (max.)

Fuel contributed: 25 (max.)

Smoke developed: 0 (max.)

Absorption of moisture: 0.2% by volume, according to ASTM C 240.

Thermal conductivity: 0.38 Btu at 75 degrees F according to ASTM C 177.

Thermal resistance (R): 5.26 (min.) at 75 degrees F.

B. Adhesive:

1\. Mastic: As recommended by the plastic foam manufacturer.

2\. Asphalt Emulsion: As recommended by glass foam manufacturer.

[PART 3: EXECUTION]{.underline}

3.1 PREPARATION:

A. General: Wall shall be plumb and true to dimension. Fins and other
projections left after removal of concrete forms shall be removed to
provide an even surface.

B. Surface Preparation: All surfaces shall be dry and free of foreign
material. Remove waxes, oily films and other residue left on concrete
surfaces from form release agents.

3.2 INSTALLATION:

A. General: Apply a continuous vertical band around the area shown on
Foundation Plan. Insulation shall be installed according to
manufacturer\'s directions.

B. Vertical: In no case shall insulation be installed without coating
material or adhesive. Firmly apply insulation blocks to inside face of
perimeter wall. Maintain tight fit horizontally and vertically. See
foundation details for required positioning with respect to top of
foundation wall and concrete floor slab.

1\. Plastic Foam: Apply mastic to insulation blocks in spots or ribbons
according to label directions. Solvent vapors are highly flammable.
Follow label precautions rigorously.

2\. Glass Foam: Insulation shall be installed with a thin layer of
asphalt emulsion. Set insulation solidly against wall and provide tight
joints filled with mastic.

C. Horizontal: Place insulation blocks under the border or outer portion
of the floor slab a distance as noted on the foundation details.
Insulation blocks shall be laid dry on a leveled and compacted fill
material placed after completion of the vertical insulation
installation. Carefully level to finish flush with underside of concrete
slab. Set blocks solidly against vertical insulation and provide tight
joints. Maintain in tight alignment during placing of vapor barrier,
slab welded wire fabric reinforcement and during placement of concrete
floor slab.

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

4.1 METHOD OF MEASUREMENT:

A. 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. Contractor shall include consideration for this item in
the bid price for other items of the Contract.

END OF SECTION