Handrails
Product Guide Specification
SECTION 10 26 00 HANDRAILS
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 SECTION INCLUDES
5-1/2" (139.7mm) Handrail/Bumper Systems.
1.02 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit in accordance with Section 01 33 00—Submittals.
B. Product Data: Submit manufacturer's product data.
C. Shop Drawings: Submit shop drawings showing components,
dimensions, and anchorage details.
D. Samples: Submit for approval 12" (304.8mm) long sample
for each model, color, and finish specified, including end
caps and corner units.
E. Test Reports: Submit manufacturer's test reports and
certification indicating compliance with applicable building
code requirements.
1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE
Comply with NFPA 101
for interior finish materials. Smoke
®
developed less than 450 and flame spread of 25 or less in
accordance with ASTM E 84.
1.04 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. Delivery: Deliver materials to site in manufacturer's original,
unopened containers and packaging, with labels clearly
identifying product name and manufacturer.
B. Storage: Store materials in clean, dry location, protected
against damage of any kind.
C. Handling: Protect materials during handling and installation
to prevent damage.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 MANUFACTURER
Koroseal Wall Protection Systems,
A Division of RJF International Corporation.
2588H110S31
09-12
2.02 HANDRAIL/BUMPER SYSTEMS
Koroseal "Korogard" H110/H180 Handrail: Handrail mounted over
continuous aluminum retainer and full-length vinyl bumper cushion
with mounting brackets maintaining wall clearance. Integral color
insert centered in profile extrusion to provide a contrasting accent
color along entire Handrail/Bumper length. Exposed surfaces shall
be free of wrinkling, chipping, discoloration, or other imperfections.
1. Dimensions
a. Height: 5-1/2" (139.7mm).
b. Width: 1-1/2" (38.1mm).
c. Clear Space from Wall: 1-1/2" (38.1mm).
2. Profile: High-impact vinyl acrylic extrusion locked in place,
nominal 0.078" (1.98mm) thick. Class A fire rating, when
tested in accordance with ASTM E 84.
3. Accent Strip: 2" (50.8mm) wide strip of [high-impact vinyl
acrylic extrusion (H110)] [flexible vinyl wallcovering (H180)].
4. Extrusion: Pebble grain finish. Contains EPA-registered
Micro-Chek antimicrobial agent.
5. Retainer: Continuous 6063-T5 aluminum retainer along
entire length of Handrail/Bumper, nominal 0.080"
(2.03mm) thick.
6. End Caps: [Foam cushion] [Rigid plastic] wall return unit
of color and texture similar to that of rail.
7. Corners: Internal and external corner units of similar
material to end cap units. Carry line of Handrail/Bumper
continuously around corner unless otherwise indicated
on drawings.
8. Optional Reveal: Black 1/8" (3.2mm) wide flexible insert
between profile cover and end cap/corner provides
aesthetic design option.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 EXAMINATION
Verify by examination that wall surfaces are acceptable
to receive the specified Handrail/Bumper Systems. Notify
the Architect in writing if wall surfaces are not acceptable.
Do not begin installation until unacceptable conditions have
been corrected.
3.02 INSTALLATION
A. Install Handrail/Bumper Systems to wall securely in
accordance with manufacturer's written instructions.
B. Install Handrail/Bumper Systems accurately in location,
alignment, and elevation.
C. Provide horizontal steel stud back-up in drywall stud
cavity to accept fasteners.
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