#225 Brass Snow Guard Specification Sheet. CSI 3-Part Specifications.

ALPINE SNOWGUARDS A Division of Vermont Slate & Copper Services, Inc.

#225 Brass Snow Guard Specification Sheet

PART I - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. WORK INCLUDES

1 . #225 Snow guard that attaches directly to the roof deck.
2. Provide appropriate snowguard and fasteners for the roof system.

B. RELATED SECTIONS

1. Section 07600: Flashing and Sheet Metal.
2. Division 7: Thermal and Moisture Protection.

1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

A. COMPONENTS:

1. #225 Snow guard system consists of:

a. Snowguard bracket assembly.
b. Base plate with 2 threaded studs for attaching snowguard assembly.

2. Tubing.
3. Couplings.
4. End Plugs.
5. Ice Flags.
6. End Collars.
7. Fasteners

a. To be of metal compatible with snowguards.
b. To be # 14 screws and at least 2" long.
c. Fasteners should be selected for compatibility with the roof deck.
a. Fastener strength should exceed or be equal to that of the snowguard system.

B. DESIGN REQUIREMENTS:

1. Horizontal spacing not to exceed 48"
2. Vertical spacing not to exceed 15'.
3. Minimum 4 fasteners per snowguard.
4. It is important to design new structures or assess existing structures to make sure that they can withstand retained snow loads.

1.3 SUBMITTAL - Submit manufacturer's specifications, standard detail drawings and installation instructions.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE - Installer to be experienced in the installation of specified roofing material and snowguards for not less than 5 years in the area of the project.

1.5 DELIVERY / STORAGE / HANDLING - Inspect material upon delivery and order replacements for any missing or defective items. Keep material dry, covered and off the ground until installed.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURER

A. Snowguards by Vermont Slate & Copper Services Inc., P.O. Box 430, Stowe, VT (888) 766.4273

2.2 MATERIALS

A. Snowguard Bracket B260 Half Hard Brass
B. Base Plate is 1/8" thick 260 Half Hard Brass.
C. Tubing is 330 Hard Drawn, I" outside diameter and 1/8" wall thickness Brass.
D. Couplings are 330 Hard Drawn 5" long.
E. End Plugs 3 30 Hard Drawn 2 1/2" long.
F. Ice Flags are 1/8" thick 260 Half Hard Brass 3" x 7".
G. End Collars are cast bronze 1/4" thick. H. Fasteners are Brass.

2.3 FINISH - All materials provided mill finish.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Substrate: Inspect roof system to be properly attached and installed to withstand additional loading incurred. Notify General Contractor of any deficiencies before installing Alpine SnowGuards.

3.2 INSTALLATION

A. Comply with architectural drawings for location and with Manufacturer's instructions for installation.