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SECTION 05 4000
COLD-FORMED METAL FRAMING
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Exterior non-load-bearing curtain-wall framing (for siding.)
2. Exterior non-load-bearing curtain-wall framing (for masonry veneer.)
3. Parapet framing.
4. Canopy edge framing.
5. Framing for metal panel decorative band on front.
6. Soffit framing.
7. Interior load-bearing wall framing for knee-walls at upper section of Auditorium.
B. Related Requirements:
1. Section 01 8113 “Sustainable Design Requirements” for general requirements and
procedures for compliance with certain USGBC LEED prerequisites and credits.
2. Section 04 2000 “Unit Masonry.”
3. Section 05 5000 "Metal Fabrications" for miscellaneous steel shapes, masonry shelf
angles, and connections used with cold-formed metal framing.
4. Section 06 1600 “Sheathing.”
5. Section 07 4213.13 “Formed Metal Wall Panels.”
6. Section 06 7100 “Composite Framing Support (CFS) Systems.”
7. Section 07 4246 “High-Performance Cementitious Wall Panels.”
8. Section 07 4213.23 “Metal Composite Material (MCM) Wall Panels.”
9. Section 09 2216 "Non-Structural Metal Framing" for standard, interior non-load-bearing,
metal-stud framing, with height limitations and ceiling-suspension assemblies.
1.3 PREINSTALLATION MEETINGS
A. Preinstallation Conference: Conduct conference at Project site.
1.4 ACTION SUBMITTALS
A. Make Submittals in accordance with Section 01 3300 “Submittal Procedures.”
B. Product Data: For each type of product.
C. Sustainable Design Submittals:
1. Environmental Product Declaration (EPD): Provide manufacturers’ product
documentation for each product having an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD).
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a. Documentation should confirm EPD conforms with ISO 14205 EN 15804 or ISO
21930.
b. EPD shall have at least Cradle to Gate scope.
c. Complete "LEED Materials Documentation Sheet" with MRc2 information for each
product having an EPD.
2. Recycled Content: Provide manufacturers’ product documentation that includes recycled
content claims for the products contributing towards compliance. Claims must conform to
the definition in ISO 14021-1999, Environmental Labels and Declarations, Self-Declared
Environmental Claims.
a. Complete "LEED Materials Documentation Sheet" with MRc3 Option 2 information
for products with recycled content installed in the building.
3. Health Product Declaration (HPD): Provide manufacturers’ product documentation for
each product having a publically available material inventory down to at least 0.1 percent
or 1000 ppm.
a. Documentation should be in the form of one of the following:
1) A publically available inventory of all ingredients identified by name and
Chemical Abstract Service Registration Number (CASRN).
2) A published, complete Health Product Declaration in compliance with the
Health Product Declaration open Standard.
3) Material Health Certificate or Cradle to Cradle Certification under standard
version 3 or later with a Material Health Achievement level at the Bronze
level or higher.
4) A Declare product label indicating that all ingredients have been evaluated
and disclosed down to 1000 ppm.
5) Cradle to Cradle Material Health Certificate at the Bronze Level or higher.
b. Complete "LEED Materials Documentation Sheet" with MRc2 information for each
product having an EPD.
D. Shop Drawings:
1. Include layout, spacings, sizes, thicknesses, and types of cold-formed steel framing;
fabrication; and fastening and anchorage details, including mechanical fasteners.
2. Indicate reinforcing channels, opening framing, supplemental framing, strapping, bracing,
bridging, splices, accessories, connection details, and attachment to adjoining work.
E. Delegated-Design Submittal: For cold-formed steel framing.
1.5 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS
A. Qualification Data: For testing agency.
B. Welding certificates.
C. Product Certificates: For each type of code-compliance certification for studs and tracks.
D. Product Test Reports: For each listed product, for tests performed by manufacturer and
witnessed by a qualified testing agency or by a qualified testing agency.
1. Steel sheet.
2. Expansion anchors.
3. Power-actuated anchors.
4. Mechanical fasteners.
5. Vertical deflection clips.
6. Horizontal drift deflection clips
7. Miscellaneous structural clips and accessories.
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E. Evaluation Reports: For nonstandard cold-formed steel framing post-installed anchors and
power-actuated fasteners, from ICC-ES or other qualified testing agency acceptable to
authorities having jurisdiction.
F. Delegated-Design Submittal: For cold-formed steel framing.
1. For cold-formed metal framing indicated to comply with design loads, include structural
analysis data signed and sealed by the qualified professional engineer, licensed in the
jurisdiction where Project is located, responsible for their preparation.
1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Testing Agency Qualifications: Qualified according to ASTM E 329 for testing indicated.
B. Product Tests: Mill certificates or data from a qualified independent testing agency, or in-house
testing with calibrated test equipment, indicating steel sheet complies with requirements,
including base-metal thickness, yield strength, tensile strength, total elongation, chemical
requirements, and metallic-coating thickness.
C. Code-Compliance Certification of Studs and Tracks: Provide documentation that framing
members are certified according to the product-certification program of the Certified Steel Stud
Association, the Steel Framing Industry Association, or the Steel Stud Manufacturers
Association.
D. Welding Qualifications: Qualify procedures and personnel according to the following:
1. AWS D1.1/D1.1M, "Structural Welding Code - Steel."
2. AWS D1.3/D1.3M, "Structural Welding Code - Sheet Steel."
E. Exterior Wall Mockup: Provide products and materials for construction of exterior wall mockup
specified in Section 01 4339 “Mockups.”
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 LEED REQUIREMENTS
A. Environmental Product Declaration (EPD): Provide products with Third Party Environmental
Product Declaration (EPD) whenever available.
B. Recycled Content: Provide products with the maximum recycled content possible. Minimum
recycled content 20 percent.
C. Health Product Declaration (HPD): Provide products with publically available material
inventories whenever available.
2.2 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
A. Delegated Design: Engage a qualified professional engineer, as defined in Section 01 4000
"Quality Requirements," to design cold-formed steel framing, including, but not limited to,
parapet connections, canopy edge framing, and horizontal MCM band framing.
B. Structural Performance: Provide cold-formed steel framing capable of withstanding design
loads within limits and under conditions indicated.
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1. Design Loads: As indicated on Drawings.
2. Deflection Limits: Design framing systems to withstand design loads without deflections
greater than the following:
a. Exterior Non-Load-Bearing Framing:
1) For Siding: Horizontal deflection of 1/360 of the wall height.
2) For Masonry Veneer: Horizontal deflection of 1/720 of the wall height.
b. Soffit Framing: Vertical deflection of 1/240 of the span for live loads and 1/240 for
total loads of the span.
c. Interior Load-Bearing Wall Framing: Horizontal deflection of 1/360 of the wall
height under a horizontal load of 5 lbf/sq. ft.
3. Design framing systems to provide for movement of framing members located outside the
insulated building envelope without damage or overstressing, sheathing failure,
connection failure, undue strain on fasteners and anchors, or other detrimental effects
when subject to a maximum ambient temperature change of 120 deg F.
4. Design framing system to maintain clearances at openings, to allow for construction
tolerances, and to accommodate live load deflection of primary building structure as
follows:
a. Upward and downward movement of 1 inch.
5. Design exterior non-load-bearing wall framing to accommodate horizontal deflection
without regard for contribution of sheathing materials.
C. Cold-Formed Steel Framing Standards: Unless more stringent requirements are indicated,
framing shall comply with AISI S100, AISI S200, and the following:
1. Floor and Roof Systems: AISI S210.
2. Wall Studs: AISI S211.
3. Headers: AISI S212.
4. Lateral Design: AISI S213.
D. Fire-Resistance Ratings: Comply with ASTM E 119; testing by a qualified testing agency.
Identify products with appropriate markings of applicable testing agency.
1. Indicate design designations from UL's "Fire Resistance Directory" or from the listings of
another qualified testing agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction.
2.3 COLD-FORMED STEEL FRAMING MATERIALS
A. Recycled Content of Steel Products: Postconsumer recycled content plus one-half of
preconsumer recycled content not less than 25 percent.
B. Steel Sheet: ASTM A 1003/A 1003M, Structural Grade, Type H, metallic coated, of grade and
coating designation as follows:
1. Grade: As required by structural performance.
2. Coating: G90 (no “equivalent corrosion resistance” coatings allowed).
C. Steel Sheet for Vertical Deflection Clips: ASTM A 653/A 653M, structural steel, zinc coated, of
grade and coating as follows:
1. Grade: As required by structural performance.
2. Coating: G90.
2.4 EXTERIOR NON-LOAD-BEARING WALL FRAMING
A. Steel Studs: Manufacturer's standard C-shaped steel studs, of web depths indicated, punched,
with stiffened flanges, and as follows:
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1. Minimum Base-Metal Thickness: As required by Performance Requirements but not less
than 0.0538 inch.
2. Flange Width: Minimum 1-5/8 inches.
B. Steel Track: Manufacturer's standard U-shaped steel track, of web depths indicated,
unpunched, with unstiffened flanges, and as follows:
1. Minimum Base-Metal Thickness: Matching steel studs.
2. Flange Width: 1-1/4 inches.
C. Vertical Deflection Clips: Manufacturer's standard head clips, capable of accommodating
upward and downward vertical displacement of primary structure through positive mechanical
attachment to stud web.
2.5 SOFFIT AND CANOPY EDGE FRAMING
A. Exterior Soffit And Canopy Edge Frame: Manufacturer's standard C-shaped steel sections, of
web depths indicated, with stiffened flanges, and as follows:
1. Minimum Base-Metal Thickness: 0.0428 inch, minimum.
2. Flange Width: 1-5/8 inches, minimum.
2.6 LOAD-BEARING WALL FRAMING
A. Steel Studs: Manufacturer's standard C-shaped steel studs, of web depths indicated, punched,
with stiffened flanges, and as follows:
1. Minimum Base-Metal Thickness: 0.0966 inch.
2. Minimum Flange Width: 1-3/8 inches.
B. Steel Track: Manufacturer's standard U-shaped steel track, of web depths indicated,
unpunched, with straight flanges, and as follows:
1. Minimum Base-Metal Thickness: Matching steel studs.
2. Flange Width: 1-1/4 inches.
C. Steel Box or Back-to-Back Headers: Manufacturer's standard C-shapes used to form header
beams, of web depths indicated, unpunched, with stiffened flanges, and as follows:
1. Minimum Base-Metal Thickness: 0.0966 inch.
2. Minimum Flange Width: 1-3/8 inches.
D. Steel Single- or Double-L Headers: Manufacturer's standard L-shapes used to form header
beams, of web depths indicated, and as follows:
1. Minimum Base-Metal Thickness: 0.0966 inch.
2. Minimum Top Flange Width: 1-1/2 inches.
2.62.7 FRAMING ACCESSORIES
A. Fabricate steel-framing accessories from ASTM A 1003/A 1003M, Structural Grade, Type H,
metallic coated steel sheet, of same grade and coating designation used for framing members.
B. Provide accessories of manufacturer's standard thickness and configuration, unless otherwise
indicated, as follows:
1. Supplementary framing.
2. Bracing, bridging, and solid blocking.
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3. Web stiffeners.
4. Anchor clips.
5. End clips.
6. Foundation clips.
7. Gusset plates.
8. Stud kickers and knee braces.
9. Joist hangers and end closures.
10. Hole-reinforcing plates.
11. Backer plates.
2.72.8 ANCHORS, CLIPS, AND FASTENERS
A. Steel Shapes and Clips: ASTM A 36/A 36M, zinc coated by hot-dip process according to
ASTM A 123/A 123M.
B. Anchor Bolts: ASTM F 1554, Grade 36, threaded carbon-steel hex-headed bolts, carbon-steel
nuts, and flat, hardened-steel washers; zinc coated by hot-dip process according to
ASTM A 153/A 153M, Class C.
C. Post-Installed Anchors: Fastener systems with bolts of same basic metal as fastened metal, if
visible, unless otherwise indicated; with working capacity greater than or equal to the design
load, according to an evaluation report acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, based on
ICC-ES AC01 or ICC-ES AC193 as appropriate for the substrate.
1. Uses: Securing cold-formed steel framing to structure.
2. Type: Torque-controlled expansion anchor.
3. Material for Interior Locations: Carbon-steel components zinc plated to comply with
ASTM B 633 or ASTM F 1941, Class Fe/Zn 5, unless otherwise indicated.
4. Material for Exterior or Interior Locations and Where Stainless Steel Is Indicated: Alloy
Group 1 stainless-steel bolts, ASTM F 593, and nuts, ASTM F 594.
D. Power-Actuated Anchors: Fastener systems with working capacity greater than or equal to the
design load, according to an evaluation report acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction,
based on ICC-ES AC70.
E. Mechanical Fasteners: ASTM C 1513, corrosion-resistant-coated, self-drilling, self-tapping,
steel drill screws.
1. Head Type: Low-profile head beneath sheathing; manufacturer's standard elsewhere.
F. Welding Electrodes: Comply with AWS standards.
2.82.9 MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS
A. Galvanizing Repair Paint: ASTM A 780/A 780M or SSPC-Paint 20.
B. Cement Grout: Portland cement, ASTM C 150/C 150M, Type I; and clean, natural sand,
ASTM C 404. Mix at ratio of 1 part cement to 2-1/2 parts sand, by volume, with minimum water
required for placement and hydration.
C. Nonmetallic, Nonshrink Grout: Factory-packaged, nonmetallic, noncorrosive, nonstaining grout,
complying with ASTM C 1107/C 1107M, and with a fluid consistency and 30-minute working
time.
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D. Shims: Load-bearing, high-density, multimonomer, nonleaching plastic; or cold-formed steel of
same grade and metallic coating as framing members supported by shims.
E. Sealer Gaskets: Closed-cell neoprene foam, 1/4 inch thick, selected from manufacturer's
standard widths to match width of bottom track or rim track members as required.
2.92.10 FABRICATION
A. Fabricate cold-formed steel framing and accessories plumb, square, and true to line, and with
connections securely fastened, according to referenced AISI's specifications and standards,
manufacturer's written instructions, and requirements in this Section.
1. Fabricate framing assemblies using jigs or templates.
2. Cut framing members by sawing or shearing; do not torch cut.
3. Fasten cold-formed steel framing members by welding, screw fastening, clinch fastening,
pneumatic pin fastening, or riveting as standard with fabricator. Wire tying of framing
members is not permitted.
a. Comply with AWS D1.3/D1.3M requirements and procedures for welding,
appearance and quality of welds, and methods used in correcting welding work.
b. Locate mechanical fasteners and install according to Shop Drawings, with screws
penetrating joined members by no fewer than three exposed screw threads.
4. Fasten other materials to cold-formed steel framing by welding, bolting, pneumatic pin
fastening, or screw fastening, according to Shop Drawings.
B. Reinforce, stiffen, and brace framing assemblies to withstand handling, delivery, and erection
stresses. Lift fabricated assemblies by means that prevent damage or permanent distortion.
C. Tolerances: Fabricate assemblies level, plumb, and true to line to a maximum allowable
variation of 1/8 inch in 10 feet and as follows:
1. Spacing: Space individual framing members no more than plus or minus 1/8 inch from
plan location. Cumulative error shall not exceed minimum fastening requirements of
sheathing or other finishing materials.
2. Squareness: Fabricate each cold-formed steel framing assembly to a maximum out-of-
square tolerance of 1/8 inch.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine substrates, areas, conditions, and abutting structural framing for compliance with
requirements for installation tolerances and other conditions affecting performance of the Work.
B. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
3.2 PREPARATION
A. Before sprayed fire-resistive materials are applied, attach continuous angles, supplementary
framing, or tracks to structural members indicated to receive sprayed fire-resistive materials.
B. After applying sprayed fire-resistive materials, remove only as much of these materials as
needed to complete installation of cold-formed framing without reducing thickness of fire-
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resistive materials below that required to obtain fire-resistance ratings indicated. Protect
remaining fire-resistive materials from damage.
C. Install load-bearing shims or grout between the underside of load-bearing wall bottom track and
the top of foundation wall or slab at locations with a gap larger than 1/4 inch to ensure a uniform
bearing surface on supporting concrete or masonry construction.
D. Install sealer gaskets at the underside of wall bottom track or rim track and at the top of
foundation wall or slab at stud or joist locations.
3.3 INSTALLATION, GENERAL
A. Cold-formed steel framing may be shop or field fabricated for installation, or it may be field
assembled.
B. Install cold-formed steel framing according to AISI S200, AISI S202, and manufacturer's written
instructions unless more stringent requirements are indicated.
C. Install shop- or field-fabricated, cold-formed framing and securely anchor to supporting
structure.
1. Screw, bolt, or weld wall panels at horizontal and vertical junctures to produce flush,
even, true-to-line joints with maximum variation in plane and true position between
fabricated panels not exceeding 1/16 inch.
D. Install cold-formed steel framing and accessories plumb, square, and true to line, and with
connections securely fastened.
1. Cut framing members by sawing or shearing; do not torch cut.
2. Fasten cold-formed steel framing members by welding, screw fastening, clinch fastening,
or riveting. Wire tying of framing members is not permitted.
a. Comply with AWS D1.3/D1.3M requirements and procedures for welding,
appearance and quality of welds, and methods used in correcting welding work.
b. Locate mechanical fasteners, install according to Shop Drawings, and comply with
requirements for spacing, edge distances, and screw penetration.
E. Install framing members in one-piece lengths unless splice connections are indicated for track
or tension members.
F. Install temporary bracing and supports to secure framing and support loads equal to those for
which structure was designed. Maintain braces and supports in place, undisturbed, until entire
integrated supporting structure has been completed and permanent connections to framing are
secured.
G. Do not bridge building expansion joints with cold-formed steel framing. Independently frame
both sides of joints.
H. Install insulation, specified in Section 07 2100 "Thermal Insulation," in framing-assembly
members, such as headers, sills, boxed joists, and multiple studs at openings, that are
inaccessible on completion of framing work.
I. Fasten hole-reinforcing plate over web penetrations that exceed size of manufacturer's
approved or standard punched openings.
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3.4 EXTERIOR NON-LOAD-BEARING WALL INSTALLATION
A. Install continuous tracks sized to match studs. Align tracks accurately and securely anchor to
supporting structure.
B. Fasten both flanges of studs to top and bottom track unless otherwise indicated. Space studs
as follows:
1. Stud Spacing: 16 inches or as indicated on Drawings.
C. Set studs plumb, except as needed for diagonal bracing or required for nonplumb walls or
warped surfaces and similar requirements.
D. Isolate non-load-bearing steel framing from building structure to prevent transfer of vertical
loads while providing lateral support.
1. Install double deep-leg deflection tracks and anchor outer track to building structure.
2. Connect vertical deflection clips to infill studs and anchor to building structure.
3. Connect drift clips to cold-formed steel framing and anchor to building structure.
E. Install horizontal bridging in wall studs, spaced vertically in rows indicated on Shop Drawings
but not more than 48 inches apart. Fasten at each stud intersection.
1. Channel Bridging: Cold-rolled steel channel, welded or mechanically fastened to webs of
punched studs.
2. Strap Bridging: Combination of flat, taut, steel sheet straps of width and thickness
indicated and stud-track solid blocking of width and thickness to match studs. Fasten flat
straps to stud flanges and secure solid blocking to stud webs or flanges.
3. Bar Bridging: Proprietary bridging bars installed according to manufacturer's written
instructions.
F. Install miscellaneous framing and connections, including stud kickers, web stiffeners, clip
angles, continuous angles, anchors, and fasteners, to provide a complete and stable wall-
framing system.
3.5 SOFFIT AND CANOPY EDGE FRAMING INSTALLATION
A. Install perimeter joist track sized to match joists. Align and securely anchor or fasten track to
supporting structure at corners, ends, and spacings indicated on Shop Drawings.
B. Install joist framing, level, straight, and plumb; adjust to final position, brace, and reinforce.
Fasten joists to both flanges of joist track.
C. Space joists not more than 2 inches from abutting walls, and as follows:
1. Joist Spacing: 16 inches or as indicated on Drawings.
D. Frame openings with built-up joist headers, consisting of joist and joist track or another
combination of connected joists if indicated.
E. Install bridging at intervals indicated on Shop Drawings. Fasten bridging at each joist
intersection as follows:
F. Install miscellaneous joist framing and connections, including web stiffeners, closure pieces, clip
angles, continuous angles, hold-down angles, anchors, and fasteners, to provide a complete
and stable joist-framing assembly.
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3.6 INSTALLATION OF LOAD-BEARING WALL FRAMING
A. Install continuous top and bottom tracks sized to match studs. Align tracks accurately and
securely anchor at corners and ends, and at spacings as follows:
1. Anchor Spacing: As shown on Shop Drawings.
B. Squarely seat studs against top and bottom tracks, with gap not exceeding 1/8 inch between the
end of wall-framing member and the web of track.
1. Fasten both flanges of studs to top and bottom tracks.
2. Space studs as follows:
a. Stud Spacing: 16 inches.
C. Set studs plumb, except as needed for diagonal bracing or required for nonplumb walls or
warped surfaces and similar configurations.
D. Align studs vertically where floor framing interrupts wall-framing continuity. Where studs cannot
be aligned, continuously reinforce track to transfer loads.
E. Align floor and roof framing over studs according to AISI S200, Section C1. Where framing
cannot be aligned, continuously reinforce track to transfer loads.
F. Anchor studs abutting structural columns or walls, including masonry walls, to supporting
structure.
G. Install headers over wall openings wider than stud spacing. Locate headers above openings.
Fabricate headers of compound shapes indicated or required to transfer load to supporting
studs, complete with clip-angle connectors, web stiffeners, or gusset plates.
1. Frame wall openings with not less than a double stud at each jamb of frame. Fasten
jamb members together to uniformly distribute loads.
2. Install tracks and jack studs above and below wall openings. Anchor tracks to jamb studs
with clip angles or by welding, and space jack studs same as full-height wall studs.
H. Install supplementary framing, blocking, and bracing in stud framing indicated to support
fixtures, equipment, services, casework, heavy trim, furnishings, and similar work requiring
attachment to framing.
1. If type of supplementary support is not indicated, comply with stud manufacturer's written
recommendations and industry standards in each case, considering weight or load
resulting from item supported.
I. Install horizontal bridging in stud system, spaced vertically as indicated on Shop Drawings.
Fasten at each stud intersection.
1. Channel Bridging: Cold-rolled steel channel, welded or mechanically fastened to webs of
punched studs with a minimum of two screws into each flange of the clip angle for
framing members up to 6 inches deep.
J. Install miscellaneous framing and connections, including supplementary framing, web stiffeners,
clip angles, continuous angles, anchors, and fasteners, to provide a complete and stable wall-
framing system.
3.63.7 ERECTION TOLERANCES
A. Install cold-formed steel framing level, plumb, and true to line to a maximum allowable tolerance
variation of 1/8 inch in 10 feet and as follows:
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1. Space individual framing members no more than plus or minus 1/8 inch from plan
location. Cumulative error shall not exceed minimum fastening requirements of
sheathing or other finishing materials.
3.73.8 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Testing: Owner will engage a qualified independent testing and inspecting agency to perform
field tests and inspections and prepare test reports.
B. Field and shop welds will be subject to testing and inspecting.
C. Testing agency will report test results promptly and in writing to Contractor and Architect.
D. Cold-formed steel framing will be considered defective if it does not pass tests and inspections.
E. Additional testing and inspecting, at Contractor's expense, will be performed to determine
compliance of replaced or additional work with specified requirements.
3.83.9 REPAIRS AND PROTECTION
A. Galvanizing Repairs: Prepare and repair damaged galvanized coatings on fabricated and
installed cold-formed steel framing with galvanized repair paint according to
ASTM A 780/A 780M and manufacturer's written instructions.
B. Provide final protection and maintain conditions, in a manner acceptable to manufacturer and
Installer, that ensure that cold-formed steel framing is without damage or deterioration at time of
Substantial Completion.
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