Part 1 - General
1.1 Work Included
A. Furnish and install prefabricated steel canopies, walkway covers, carports, or special structures.
1.2 Related Work
A. Concrete: The general contractor shall block out openings in the concrete slab at each column location.
1.3 References
A. ASTM A-500 – Specification for structural tubing for construction of bridges and buildings.
B. ASTM A-653 – Specification for steel sheet, zinc coated by the hot dip process. (Structural Quality)
C. ASTM A-924 – General requirements for steel sheet, metallic coated by the hot-dip process.
D. AISI – Specification for the design of cold-formed steel structural members.
1.4 System Description
A. The design of the canopy shall be in accordance with applicable International building codes under the supervision of a professional engineer.
1.5 Quality Assurance
A. The manufacturer shall have a minimum of 20 years of experience in the manufacturing and supplying of steel canopies.
B. The installer shall have a minimum of 5 years of experience installing pre-engineered steel canopies. Installation shall be in accordance with the manufacturer’s shop drawings.
1.6 Regulatory Requirements
A. Conform to the International building code requirements.
1.7 Mockup
Sample of deck panel and fascia trim under provisions of Section____________________.
1.7 Submittals
A. Submit shop drawings and product data.
B. Submit 2” x 3” color samples for the selection of the roof deck and trim.
1.8 Delivery Storage & Handling
A. Deliver products to the site.
B. Store and protect products.
C. Store materials on-site in a manner that will not damage them. Materials shall be placed so water will drain.
1.9 Warranty
A. Provide one-year manufacturer’s warranty.
B. The warranty includes coverage of materials and workmanship.
Part 2 - Products
2.1 Acceptable Manufacturers
A. Childers Carports & Structures in Houston, TX. Phone: (713) 460-2181
2.2 Materials
A. Roof decks and trims shall be prepainted, and hot-dip galvanized steel shall meet ASTM Specification A-653 (Grade 50 with a 50,000 psi yield). Galvanizing shall meet ASTM Specification A-924, G-90 Class. Paint shall be factory-applied baked polyester with a full coat on the color side and a uniform wash coat on the reverse.
B. Roof beams shall meet ASTM Specification A-653 (Grade 50 with a 50,000 psi yield). Galvanizing shall meet ASTM specification A-924 (G-90 Class).
C. Columns shall be square tubes meeting ASTM Specifications A500 (Grade B). Columns shall be hot-dip galvanized after fabrication with a minimum zinc coating of 2 ounces per square foot.
Part 3 - Execution
3.1 Inspection
A. Verify that canopies are installed straight and true.
3.2 Installation
A. Install the canopy in accordance with the manufacturer’s drawings and specifications.
3.3 Tolerances
A. Maximum Variation from Plan or Location Indicated on Drawings: None
B. Maximum Offset from True Alignment between Adjacent Members Butting or in Line: None
3.4 Adjusting & Cleaning
A. Clean up the site and remove excess material.
3.5 Protection
A. Protect finished installation.