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This document utilizes the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) Manual of Practice, including Master Format, SectionFormat and PageFormat. Further this document utilizes manufacturer specific guidelines using the proprietary method of specifying (per Project and Master Guide Specifications).
Optional text indicated by brackets [ ]; Delete optional text in final copy of specification.
This document further specifies ESD Conductive / Dissipative resilient flooring manufactured under the DuroStat SMT (C); (Conductive) and DuroStat SMT (SD); (Dissipative) brand names as manufactured by Ground Zero Electrostatics.  Revise the document section numbers and title (below) to suit your project requirements, specification practices and section content.

Please refer to CFI Master Format for other section numbers and titles including 09600 Flooring and 09650 Resilient Flooring.
SECTION 09660
Static Control Flooring
(ESD Conductive / Dissipative resilient vinyl flooring)

1.01 SUMMARY
A. Conductive / Dissipative pure solid homogenous calendering resilient vinyl flooring tiles including:

1. Full spread adhesive, or;
2. Full spread adhesive (heat welded) seamless installation method and/or;   
3. Full spread adhesive and flash coved installation method.

Specifier Note: Revise paragraph below to suit project requirements. Add section numbers and titles per CSI Master Format specifiers practice.
B. Related sections include:

1. Concrete: Refer to Div 3 Concrete Sections for cast-in-place concrete, toppings and underlayments.
2. Wood Subflooring: Refer to Div 6 Carpentry Section for wood subflooring and wood underlayment.
3. Resilient Flooring Accessories: Refer to Div 9 (Finishes Sections) for wall bases, reducer strips, metal edge strips and other resilient flooring accessories.

Specifier Note: Articles below may be omitted when specifying manufacturers proprietary products and recommended installation methods. However, retain reference articles as listed below if specifying products and installation by industry reference standard. If retained, list the standard(s) referenced in this section, indicate issuing authority name, acronym, standard designation and title. Establish policy for indicating edition date of referenced standard(s). “Conditions of Contract” or Division 1 References Section may establish date of standards referenced in this section.

1.02 REFERENCES
A: ASTM (American Society of Testing and Materials):

1. ASTM D 638M-9 (test method for tensile properties of plastics).
2. ASTM E 648-88 (test method for critical radiant flux of floor covering utilizing radiant energy source).
3. ASTM E 662-83 (test method for specific density of smoke as generated by solid materials).
4. ASTM F 150-91 (test method for electrical resistance of conductive and dissipative resilient flooring).
5. ASTM F 710-86 (preparation of concrete or monolithic floors prior to receiving resilient flooring).
6. ASTM F 970-87 (test method for static load limit).
7. ASTM F 1700-96 (standard specifications for vinyl flooring tiles).

B: Fed Spec (Federal Specifications):

1. Fed Spec SS-T-312B Tile, Flooring; asphalt, rubber and vinyl. (10/10/74).

C: NFPA (National Fire Protection Association):

1. NFPA 99-1993 Standards for Health Care Facilities.
2. NFPA 253-1984 (critical radiant flux of floor covering systems using a radiant energy source).
3. NFPA 258-1998 (test method for specific density of smoke as generated by solid materials).

D: FTS (Federal Test Standard):

1. FTS 101C, Method 4046 (charge decay time).

E. AATCC (American Association of Textile Colorist and Chemist):

1. AATCC 134 (static propensity).

F. EOS/ESD (Electrical Overstress / Electrostatic Discharge Association).

1. ANSI / ESD S7.1, 2005 (floor material characterization of materials).

Specifier Note: Article below should be restricted to statements describing design or performance requirements and functional (not dimensional) tolerances of complete system. Limit descriptions to composite and operational properties to extent necessary to link multiple components of a system and to interface with other systems.
1.03 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A. Performance Requirements: Provide flooring which has been manufactured, fabricated and installed to maintain performance criteria certified by Ground Zero Electrostatics, Inc. without damage, defects or failure.
Specifier Note: Article below includes submittal of relevant data to be furnished by Contractor either before, during or after construction. Coordinate this article with Architects and Contractors duties and responsibilities in “Conditions of Contract” and Division 1 Submittal Procedures Section.

1.04 SUBMITTALS
A. General: Submit listed submittals in accordance with “Conditions of the Contract” and Division 1 Submittal Procedures Section.
B. Product Data: Submit product data, including Ground Zero Spec Data product sheet for specified products.
C. Shop Drawings: Submit shop drawings showing layout, profiles and product components including anchorage, accessories, finish colors, patterns and textures.
D. Samples: Submit selection and verification samples for finishes, colors and textures.
E. Quality Assurance Submittals: Submit the following:

1. Test Reports: Certified test reports showing compliance with specified performance characteristics and physical properties.
2. Certificates: Product certificates from manufacturer certifying materials comply with specified performance characteristics and criteria and physical requirements.
3. Manufacturers Instructions: Manufacturers installation instructions.

Specifier Note: Coordinate paragraph below with part 3 Field Quality Requirements Article herein. Retain or delete as applicable

1. Manufacturers Field Reports specified herein.

F. Closeout Submittals: Submit the following:

1. Operation and Maintenance Data: Operation and maintenance data for installed products in accordance with Division 1 Close Out Submittals (maintenance and operation data section). Include methods for maintaining installed product and precautions against cleaning and methods detrimental to finishes and performance.
2. Warranty: Warranty documents specified herein.
3. Certification: Engineers certification per ANSI/ESD S7.1-2005 and EOS/ESD S20.20-1999 guidelines and industry standards.  Supplying of certificate of electrical compliance and engineers written test report .

Specifier Note: Article below should include prerequisites, standards, limitations and criteria which establish an overall level of quality for products and workmanship for this section. Coordinate below article with Division 1 Quality Assurance Section.

1.05 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Installer Qualifications: Installer experienced in performing work of this section who has experience in installation of work similar to that required for this project. Installer should submit documentation indicating qualifications and indicating experience working with ESD conductive and dissipative flooring materials.
Specifier Note: Paragraph below should list obligations for compliance with a specific code requirement particular to this section. General statements to comply with a particular code are typically addressed in “Conditions of Contract” and Division 1 Regulatory Section. Repetitive statements should be avoided.

B. Regulatory Requirements

1. Fire Performance Characteristics. Provide resilient vinyl tile flooring with the following fire performance characteristics as determined by testing products in accordance with ASTM or another certified testing and inspection agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction:
1. Class 1 rating per NFPA 253 (ASTM 648, critical radian flux).
2. Class 2 rating per BS: 476, part 7; 1978
3. Flamespread 0 per AS 1530.3
4. B1 Rating per DIN 4102

Specifier Note: Retain paragraph below for erected assemblies (either on site or off site) required for review of construction, coordination of work of several sections, testing and observation of operation. Mock-ups, when accepted or approved establish standards by which work can be judged. Coordinate below with Division 1 Quality Control Mock-Up Requirements Sections).
C. Mock-Ups: Install at project site a mock-up using acceptable products and manufacturer approved installation methods. Obtain Owners and Architect’s acceptance of finish color, texture and pattern as well as workmanship standards. Comply with Division 1 Quality Control (Mock-Up Requirements) Section.
Specifier Note: Edit paragraph below to specify mock-up size.

1. Mock-up size: [specify mock-up size.]
2. Maintenance: Maintain mock-up during construction for workmanship comparison.
3. Incorporation: Mock-up may be incorporated into final construction upon owners approval.

Specifier Note: Coordinate paragraph below with Division 1 Project Management and Coordination (Project Meetings) Section.
D. Pre-Installation Meeting: Conduct pre-installation meeting to verify project requirements, substrate conditions, manufacturers installation instructions and manufacturers warranty requirements. Comply with Division 1 Project Managements and Coordination (Project Meetings) Section.
E. Pre-Installation Testing: Conduct pre-installation testing as follows: [specify testing.]
Specifier Note: Article below should include special and unique requirements. Coordinate article below with Division 1 Product Requirements Section.
1.06 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING
A. General: Comply with Division 1 Product Requirements Sections.
B. Ordering: Comply with manufacturers ordering instructions and lead time requirements to avoid construction delays.
C. Delivery: Deliver materials in manufacturers original, unopened, undamaged containers with Identification Labels intact.

D. Storage and Protection: Store materials protected from exposure to harmful weather conditions and at temperature and humidity conditions recommended by the manufacturer.

1. Materials should be stored in area’s that are fully enclosed and weathertight with the permanent HVAC system set at a uniform temperature of at least 68 degrees F (20 degrees C) for 72 hours prior to, during and after installation

1.07 PROJECT CONDITIONS
A. Environmental Requirements / Conditions: In accordance with Manufacturers’ recommendations: Area’s to receive flooring shall be clean, fully enclosed and weather tight with the permanent HVAC set at a uniform temperature of at least 68 degrees. The flooring material shall be conditioned in the same manor. Maximum temperature should not exceed 100 degrees F after installation.
B. Temperature Requirements: Maintain air temperature in spaces where products will be installed for a time period before, during and after installation as recommended by the manufacturer.

1. Temperature Conditions: 68 degrees F (20 degrees C) for 72 hours prior to, during and after installation.

C. Existing Conditions: [Specify existing conditions affecting product use and installation.]
D. Field Measurements: Verify actual measurements / openings by field measurements before fabrication; show recorded measurements and fabrication schedule with construction progress to avoid construction delays.
Specifier Note: Article below is a combination of two CSI Section Format article titles.
1.08 SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING
A. Finishing Operations: Install tile flooring after finishing operations including painting and ceiling operations have been completed.
B. Concrete Curing: Do not install tile flooring over substrates until substrates have cured and are dry to bond with adhesive as determined by resilient flooring manufacturers recommended bond, moisture test and PH test.
Specifier Note: Coordinate article below with the “Conditions of the Contract for Construction.” If other “Conditions” are used for the project, revise article below accordingly.
1.09 WARRANTY
A. Project Warranty: Refer to “Conditions of the Contract” for project Warranty conditions.
B. Manufacturers Warranty: Submit for owners acceptance, manufacturers standard warranty document executed by authorized company official. Manufacturers warranty is in addition to, and not a limitation of other rights Owner may have under Contract Documents.
Specifier Note: Coordinate paragraph below with the manufacturers warranty requirements.

1. Warranty Period: Ten (15) year limited warranty commencing on the Date of Substantial Completion.

Specifier Note: Coordinate article below with Division 1 Closeout Submittal (Maintenance Materials) Section.

1.10 MAINTENANCE
A. Extra Materials: Deliver to owner extra materials from same production run as products installed. Package products with a protective covering and identify with descriptive labels. Comply with Division 1 Closeout Submittals (Maintenance materials) Section.
Specifier Note: Revise paragraph below specifying size and percentage as required for project.

1. Quantity: Furnish quantity of flooring units equal to 5% of amount installed.
2. Delivery, Storage and Protection: Comply with owners requirements for delivery, storage and protection of extra materials.

Specifier Note: Retain article below for proprietary method specifications. Add product attributes, performance characteristics, material standards and descriptions as applicable. Use of such phrases as”or equal” or “approved equal” or similar phrases may cause ambiguity in specifications leading to non-compliance and inadequate ESD protection. Such phrases require clarification (procedural, legal and regulatory) and assignment of responsibility for determining “or equal” products.

2.10 CONDUCTIVE / DISSIPATIVE PURE SOLID VINYL RESILIENT FLOOR TILE
A. Manufacturer: Ground Zero Electrostatics and or Ground Zero Approved Vinyl Compounder(s).
Specifier Note: Paragraph below is an addition to CSI Section Format and a supplement to MANU-SPEC. Retain or delete paragraph below per project requirements and specifier’s practice.

1. Contact: Ground Zero Electrostatics, Inc.
   Cedar Village Executive Offices
   4916 26th Street West
   Suite 100
   Bradenton, Florida 34207
   Toll Free: 1-877-463-9376
   Phone: 941-751-7581
2. Fax: 1-941-751-7586
   E-mail: sales@gndzero.com
   
3. Representative Contact: [Specify representative contact information]

B. Proprietary Products: GZ DuroStat SMT Conductive Vinyl Tiles and Adhesives:

1. Description: Calendered homogenous monolayer pure solid vinyl containing proprietary conductive properties throughout entire thickness of material
2. Size: Gauge: 1/8” (Standard); Optional: 2mm (Special Order)
   Tile: 12” x 12” (Standard); Optional: 24” x 24” (Special Order)
   Weight: 53 lbs. per carton; Carton: 45 Sq/Ft per carton
3. Color(s): As selected by Architect from Manufacturers standard colors.
4. Adhesive: Ground Zero Inc, GZ-C2000, GZ-C2000-R and/or URAS conductive adhesives.
5. Heat Welding Rod: Ground Zero Inc, DuroStat color matched welding rod.
6. Electrical Resistance: 2.5 X E04 to 2.1 X 10E06

C. Proprietary Products: GZ DuroStat SMT Dissipative Vinyl Tiles and Adhesives:

1. Description: Calendered homogenous monolayer pure solid vinyl containing proprietary conductive properties throughout entire thickness of material
2. Size: Gauge: 1/8” (Standard); Optional: 2mm (Special Order)
   Tile: 12” x 12” (Standard); Optional: 24” x 24” (Special Order)
   Weight: 53 lbs. per carton; Carton: 45 Sq/Ft per carton
3. Color(s): As selected by Architect from Manufacturers standard colors.
4. Adhesive: Ground Zero Inc, GZ-C2000 conductive adhesive.
5. Heat Welding Rod: Ground Zero Inc, DuroStat color matched welding rod.
6. Electrical Resistance: 2.5 X E 06 to 2.5 X 10 E 08

Specifier Note: Paragraph below is a addition to CSI Section Format and a supplement to Manu-Spec. Retain or delete paragraph below per project requirements and specifier’s practice.
D. Product Criteria Forms: Refer to Product Criteria Forms as an attachment to this section

1. Product Forms: Subject to compliance with specified requirements, provide products specified in Ground Zero Product Data Sheets for selected materials.

Specifier Note: Edit article below to suit project requirements. If substitutions are permitted, edit text below. Add text to refer to Division 1 Project Requirements (Product Substitutions Procedures) Section.

2.02 PRODUCT SUBSTITUTIONS
A. Substitutions: No substitutions permitted.
Specifier Note: Add article below for alternates required for project; state work covered. Coordinate with Part 1 General Summary Article herein, applicable Division 1 Sections and other Bid and Contract Documents.
2.03 RELATED MATERIALS
A. Related Materials: Refer to “Other” sections for related materials as follows:

1. Underlayment and Patching Compounds: Refer to Division 3 Concrete sections for Portland cement-based underlayments and patching compounds.
2. Resilient Flooring Accessories: Refer to Division 9 (Finishes) Sections for resilient flooring accessories.
3. Expansion Joint Covers: Refer to “other” specification section for expansion joint covers appropriate for resilient flooring.

 

 

2.04 SOURCE QUALITY:
A. Source Quality: Obtain flooring product materials from a single supplier.

Specifier Note: Article below is an addition to CSI Section Format and a supplement to Manu-Spec. Revise article below to suit project requirements and specifier’s practice.
3.01 MANUFACTURERS INSTRUCTIONS
A. Compliance: Comply with manufacturers’ product data, including product technical bulletins, product catalog instructions and product carton instructions for installation.
3.02 EXAMINATION
A. Site Verification of conditions: Verify substrate conditions (which have been previously installed under other sections) are acceptable for product installation in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions.
B. Material Inspection: In accordance with manufacturers installation requirements, visually inspect materials prior to installation. Materials with visual defects shall not be installed and shall not be considered as a legitimate claim.
3.03 PREPARATION
A. Adjacent Surface Protection: Protect adjacent work areas and finish surfaces from damage during product installation.
B. Surface Preparation:

1. General: Prepare floor substrate in accordance with manufacturers instructions.
2. Floor Substrate: Prepare floor substrate to be smooth, rigid, flat, level, permanently dry, clean and free of foreign materials such as dust, paint, grease, oils, solvents, curing and hardening compounds, asphalt and old adhesives.
3. Concrete Floor Substrate: Concrete floor substrate shall have a minimum compressive strength of 3,500 PSI. Refer to Division 3 (Concrete) sections for patching and repairing cracked materials and leveling compounds with Portland cement based compounds. Do not install flooring over Gypsum based leveling or patching materials.

a. Reference Standard: Comply with ASTM F 710 Practice for Preparing Concrete Floors and other Monolithic Floors to Receive Resilient Flooring.
C. Concrete Moisture Test: Perform moisture test on concrete floors regardless of the age or grade level with a minimum of three tests for the first 1000 sq/ft. The test shall be of the Calcium Chloride variety. One test shall be conducted for every 1,000 sq/ft of the flooring. The testing shall be conducted around the perimeter of the room, at columns and where moisture may be evident. The moisture emissions from the concrete shall not exceed (5) lbs per 1000 sq/ft in 24 hours. For the most accurate results the weight of the Calcium Chloride dish shall be determined on the job site at the start and end of each test. A diagram of the area showing the location and results of each test shall be submitted to the Architect, General Contractor and End User. If the test exceeds the limitations, the installation shall not proceed until the problem has been corrected.
D. Concrete pH Test: Perform pH test on concrete regardless of age or grade level. If the pH is greater than 10 it must be neutralized prior to beginning the installation.
E. Wood Floor Substrates: Prepare wood subfloor substrate to be rigid, double construction with a one inch minimum thickness, free from harmful movement and have at least 18 inches of well ventilated air space below. Do not install flooring on wooden subfloors built on sleepers, over, below or on grade concrete floors.

1. Refer to Division 6 Carpentry sections for wood subfloor construction.

Specifier Note: Coordinate article below with manufacturers recommended installation details and
requirements.

3.04 INSTALLATION
A. Full Spread Adhesive Method Installation: Install flooring with full spread adhesive method from established area center marks in order for flooring Tiles or Roll Goods at opposite edges to be of equal width. Avoid using cut tile widths that are less than 4 inches of tile width. Install Tiles or Roll Goods with room axis.

1. Full spread Adhesive Method, Seamless Installation: Rout out seams and heat weld together with complimentary colored heat welding rod of vinyl composition in accordance with Ground Zero recommended specifications.
2. Adhesive Material Installation: Use trowel as recommended by Ground Zero Electrostatics for specific type of adhesive. Spread at a rate of approximately 150-160 sq/ft per gallon.

B. Installation Techniques:

1. Where removable partitions and other items are indicated for installation on top of finished flooring, install flooring prior to installation of said items.
2. Scribe, cut, fit, flooring materials to butt lightly to vertical surfaces, permanent fixtures and built- in furniture, including pipes, outlets, edgings, thresholds, nosings and cabinets.
3. Extend flooring materials into toe spaces, door reveals, closets and similar openings.
4. Install flooring materials on covers for telephones, electrical ducts and similar items occurring within floor finish areas. Maintain overall continuity of color and pattern with pieces of flooring installed on these covers.
5. Do not install tile flooring over expansion joints unless approved by Ground Zero Electrostatics, Inc. Rather, utilize expansion joint covers manufactured for use with resilient flooring. Refer to previous sections for expansion joint covers.
6. Adhere floor covering to flooring substrate without producing open cracks, voids, raising and puckering at joints, telegraphing of adhesive spreader marks or other surface imperfections in completed installation.
1. Use adhesive applied to substrate in compliance with Ground Zero Electrostatics, Inc. recommendations, including those for proper trowel notching, adhesive mixing and adhesive open / working times.
7. Roll covering in accordance with Ground Zero Electrostatics, Inc. recommendations.
8. Install a minimum of two (2), three foot long grounding straps for every 500 square feet of flooring or as recommended by Ground Zero Electrostatics for special circumstances including ordinance usage and other explosive environments.
9. Test installed floor in accordance with ANSI/ESD S7.1-2005 and as required by end user specifications (if any).

 

C. Finish Flooring Patterns: Lay floor coverings in same direction as indicated on directional arrow located on the backside of each tile.
3.05 FIELD QUALITY REQUIREMENTS
Specifier Note: Edit paragraph below. Establish number and duration of periodic site visits with Owner and Ground Zero ElectroStatics, Inc. Consult with Ground Zero Electrostatics, Inc. for services required. Coordinate paragraph below with Division 1 Quality Assurance Section and Part 1 Quality Assurance Submittals herein. Delete if not required.
A. Ground Zero ElectroStatics Inc Field Services: Upon Owners request and with at least a 2 week notice, provide field service consisting of product use recommendations and periodic site visits for inspection of product installation and certification of electrical resistance of finished flooring installation.

1. Site Visits: [Specify number and duration of periodic site visits]

Specifier Note: Coordinate article below with Division 1 Execution Requirements (Cleaning) Section.

3.06 CLEANING
A. Cleaning: Remove temporary coverings and protection from adjacent work area’s. Repair or replace damaged installed products. Clean installed products in accordance with Ground Zero Electrostatics, Inc. instructions prior to owners acceptance. Remove construction debris from project site and legally dispose of debris.

1. Remove visible adhesive and other surface blemishes using cleaning recommendations provided by Ground Zero Electrostatics, Inc.
2. Sweep and vacuum floor after installation.
3. Do not wash floor until after time period recommended by Ground Zero Electrostatics, Inc.
4. Damp mop floor covering to remove black marks and soil.

Specifier Note: Coordinate article below with Division 1 Execution Requirements Section.

3.07 PROTECTION
A. Protection: Protect installed finished product and finish surfaces from damage during construction. Remove and legally dispose of protective coverings at time of Substantial Completion.
3.08 INITIAL MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
Specifier Note: Add or Delete article below according to your project requirements.
A. General: Include in Contract Sum Amount cost for initial maintenance procedures and execute procedures after flooring installation as recommended by Ground Zero Electrostatics, Inc.
Specifier Note: Retain article below to suit project requirements. CSI PageFormat allows for schedules, forms and tables to be located at end of section. Article may be used to describe specific criteria requirements of similar products and equipment.

 

3.09 SCHEDULES AND (PRODUCT CRITERIA) FORMS
Specifier Note: Retain paragraph below to suit project requirements. Reference a schedule or include a schedule as a attachment which indicates where to locate products and equipment.
A. Schedules: [Specify reference to applicable schedules]
Specifier Note: Retain paragraph below to suit project requirements. Include form as an attachment which indicated product criteria.
B. Product Criteria Forms Attachments: Refer to Product Criteria Form(s) [No.] of [No.], Dated [Specify Date], attached herein.
END OF SECTION

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