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Premium Vinyl Siding Specifications

PART 1 GENERAL

PART 2 PRODUCTS

PART 3 EXECUTION

PART I GENERAL
1.01 A.	Scope of Work Furnish all necessary labor, material and equipment for complete installation of Alside Premium Vinyl Siding and related work as shown on drawings or specified herein.
1.02 A.	References American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) D3679. Standard Specification for Rigid Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC)
	D 256	Test Methods for Impact Resistance of Plastics and Electrical Insulating Material
	D 635	Test Method for Rate of Burning and/or Extent and Time of Burning of Self-Supporting Plastics in a Horizontal Position
	D 638	Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics
	D 648	Test Method for Deflection Temperature of Plastics Under Flexural Load
	D 696	Test Method for Coefficient of Liner of Thermal Expansion of Plastics
	D 1929	Test Method for Ignition Properties of Plastics
	D 2843	Test Method for Density of Smoke from the Burning or Decomposition of Plastics
	D 3679	Standard Specification for Rigid Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC) Siding
	D 4226	Test Methods for Impact Resistance of Rigid Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC) Building Products
	E 84	Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials
1.03 A.	Submittals Submit samples of siding design, size and color for approval.
1.04 A.	Quality Assurance Manufacturer to certify that vinyl siding as supplied meets or exceeds the conditions specified in section 2.02 Materials.
B.	Regulatory Compliance: 1. National Building Code - BOCA Research #93-42 2. Standard Building Code - SBCCI Compliance Report #9632A 3. Uniform Building Code - ICBO Evaluation Report #3663 4. HUD - FHA Minimum Property Standards 5. Metro-Dade County - #95-0227.01 6. Texas Department of Insurance - #EC-3 7. City of Los Angeles - Research Report #RR 24318 8. City of New York - MEA #439-91-M and #137-92-M 9. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories
1.05 A.	Delivery, Storage, and Handling Siding to be packed two squares per box. Each box to be clearly marked with the manufacturer's name, the siding style, color and identifying lot number.
B.	Prior to application, vinyl siding and accessories are to be stored in an area that is clean, dry and out of direct sunlight.
C.	Handle material in a manner to prevent damage. Do not allow siding cartons to crease.
1.06 A.	Warranty Upon completion provide a written Transferable, Lifetime Limited Warranty.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 A.	Manufacturer Material to be supplied by Alside, Division of Associated Materials Incorporated, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio (330) 929-1811 or otherwise approved as equal by the architect prior to the bid date.
2.02 A.	Materials Vinyl siding shall conform to all of the requirements established by ASTM Specification D 3679, developed in cooperation with the industry and published by the American Society for Testing and Materials. Manufacturer shall maintain rigorous production quality control standards to assure that Premium Vinyl Siding will perform as expected for its intended use.
B.	Typical Compound Properties–Vinyl siding is produced from Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC) Compounds meeting the requirements of ASTM D 3679 for compound class number 2 with the following manufacturing and product specifications. TEST CRITERIA TYPICAL PROPERTIES Impact Strength @73.4°F 3.5 ft lb/in of notch (ASTM D 256)* Impact Strength @32°F 2.4 ft lb/in of notch (ASTM D 256)* Tensile Strength 6370 psi (ASTM D 638)* Modulus of Elasticity 343,000 psi (ASTM D638)* Defection Temperature 181°F (ASTM D 648)* * Denotes Average
C.	Fire Resistance Properties: TEST CRITERIA TYPICAL PROPERTIES Average Time of Burning <5 sec (ASTM D 635) Average Extent of Burning <5 mm (ASTM D 635) Flame Spread 15 (ASTM E 84) Smoke Density >360 (ASTM E 84) Ignition Properties Self Ignition did not occur. At 680°F sample began to smolder and continued until consumed. (ASTM D 1929)
D.	Typical Siding Properties: TEST CRITERIA TYPICAL PROPERTIES Warp 0.000 in. (ASTM D 3679) Heat Shrinkage .5% (ASTM D 3679) Impact Resistance 75.5 in/lb (ASTM D 3679) Izod Impact Strength: 2.3 ft/lbs per inch (ASTM D 4226, procedure A, H.25) Weatherability No surface or structural defects such as peeling, chipping etc. when tested as per ASTM D 3679. Coefficient of Linear Expansion 3.53 x 10-5 in/in F° (ASTM D 696) Gloss ± 5 units (ASTM D 3679) Surface Distortion No Distortion at 120°F (ASTM D 3679)
E.	Siding Dimensions and Description:
SELECT APPLICABLE DESCRIPTION

DESCRIPTION	Charter Oak™ - 4-1/2" clapboard profile. Each 9-inch wide horizontal siding panel is nominally configured as two 4-1/2" panels in the clapboard style. Panels shall have exclusive TriBeam™ System design which includes a one-piece panel reinforcement system and double-thick nail hem.
LENGTH	12 ft. 1 in.
WIDTH	9 in.
DESCRIPTION	Charter Oak™ - 4-1/2" dutch lap profile. Each 9-inch wide horizontal siding panel is nominally configured as two 4-1/2" panels in the dutch lap style. Panels shall have exclusive TriBeam System design which includes a one-piece panel reinforcement system and double-thick nail hem.
LENGTH	12 ft. 1 in.
WIDTH	9 in.
DESCRIPTION	Williamsport® Colonial Beaded - 6-1/2" beaded profile. Each 6-1/2" wide horizontal siding panel is nominally configured as one panel in the beaded style.
LENGTH	12 ft. 4 in.
WIDTH	6-1/2 in.
DESCRIPTION	Odyssey® Plus - 5" clapboard profile. Each 10-inch wide horizontal siding panel is nominally configured as two 5-inch panels in the clapboard style.
LENGTH	12 ft.
WIDTH	10 in.
DESCRIPTION	Odyssey® Plus - 5" dutch lap profile. Each 10-inch wide horizontal siding panel is nominally configured as two 5-inch panels in the dutch lap style.
LENGTH	12 ft.
WIDTH	10 in.
DESCRIPTION	Odyssey® Plus and Landscape™- 4" clapboard profile. Each 8-inch wide horizontal siding panel is nominally configured as two 4-inch panels in the clapboard style.
LENGTH	12 ft. 6 in.
WIDTH	8 in.
DESCRIPTION	Odyssey® Plus and Landscape™ - 4" dutch lap profile. Each 8-inch wide horizontal siding panel is nominally configured as two 4-inch panels in the dutch lap style.
LENGTH	12 ft. 6 in.
WIDTH	8 in.
DESCRIPTION	Seneca™- 4-1/2" clapboard profile. Each 9-inch wide horizontal siding panel is nominally configured as two 4-1/2" panels in the clapboard style.
LENGTH	12 ft. 1 in.
WIDTH	9 in.
DESCRIPTION	Seneca™- 4-1/2" dutch profile. Each 9-inch wide horizontal siding panel is nominally configured as two 4-1/2" panels in the dutch lap style.
LENGTH	12 ft. 1 in.
WIDTH	9 in.
DESCRIPTION	Conquest® - 4-1/2" clapboard profile. Each 9-inch wide horizontal siding panel is nominally configured as two 4-1/2" panels in the clapboard style.
LENGTH	12 ft. 1 in.
WIDTH	9 in.
DESCRIPTION	Conquest® - 4-1/2" dutch lap profile. Each 9-inch wide horizontal siding panel is nominally configured as two 4-1/2" panels in the dutch lap style.
LENGTH	12 ft. 1 in.
WIDTH	9 in.
DESCRIPTION	Conquest® - 3" clapboard profile. Each 9-inch wide horizontal siding panel is nominally configured as three 3-inch panels in the clapboard style.
LENGTH	12 ft. 1 in.
WIDTH	9 in.

THICKNESS	Please refer to specific product descriptions for thickness specifications.
EMBOSSING	Siding panel to match the sample provided under section 1.03.
COLOR	Siding color shall be as specified by architect.
INTERLOCK	Siding panels are made with post-form style lock with positive interlock. Both ends of the panel are factory cut and notched for overlap.
NAIL SLOTS	Elongated nail slots 1" long are spaced approximately 1/4" apart in the nailing hem to allow siding to expand and contract properly.
WEEP HOLES	Small holes under the bottom butt prevent vapor build-up and allow accumulated moisture to escape.

F.   Soffit Dimensions and Description

SELECT APPLICABLE DESCRIPTION

DESCRIPTION	Charter Oak™. Each 10-inch wide panel is nominally configured as three 3-1/3" panels in both aerated and solid panels. Aerated panels shall be invisibly perforated. Panels shall have exclusive TriBeam™ System design which includes a one-piece panel reinforcement system.
LENGTH	12 ft.
WIDTH	10 in.
DESCRIPTION	Greenbriar Beaded™. Each 8-inch wide panel is nominally configured as two 4-inch panels with an accent bead in both aerated and solid panels. Aerated panels shall be invisibly perforated.
LENGTH	12 ft. 6 in.
WIDTH	8 in.
DESCRIPTION	Super Span™. Each 10-inch wide panel is nominally configured as two 5-inch panels in both aerated and solid panels. Aerated panels shall be lanced.
LENGTH	12 ft.
WIDTH	10 in.
DESCRIPTION	Alliance™T4. Each 12-inch wide panel is nominally configured as three 4-inch panels in both aerated and solid panels. Aerated panels shall be lanced.
LENGTH	12 ft. 6 in.
WIDTH	12 in.

THICKNESS

Please refer to specific product descriptions for thickness specifications

2.03 A.	Accessories: Accessories shall be consistent with the shape, size and properties as shown in the drawing and as required for complete installation. Color shall be matched or color coordinated to the siding according to the architect's specifications. Accessories shall be produced from the same compound materials and with comparable properties as the siding.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 A.	Examination Confirm that all critical dimensions are as specified in the drawings.
B.	Commencement of siding installation implies acceptance of the substrate as suitable to accept siding.
3.02 A.	Preparation Any substrate flaws or defects must be repaired before the vinyl siding is applied. Vinyl siding must be applied to walls that are in plane and free from obstructions. Furr where necessary.
3.03 A.	Installation Install in accordance with the latest edition of the "Rigid Vinyl Siding Application Manual," published by the Vinyl Siding Institute of the Society of the Plastic Industry, Inc. Included in the application should be any special details from the drawings.
B.	The vinyl siding and accessories shall be installed in accordance with the best practice, with all joint members plumb and true.
3.04 A.	Field Quality Control After installation of siding check entire surface for obvious flaws or defects. Replace and repair any problem areas, paying close attention to the substrate for causes of the problem.
3.05 A.	Clean-up After the vinyl siding has been applied, clean as necessary to remove all fingerprints and soiled areas. Upon completion of the siding application, the entire area is to be cleaned, removing all scrap, packaging and unused building materials.

Listed by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Alside, Alpha, Conquest, Greenbriar, Odyssey and Williamsport are registered trademarks of Alside, Inc.