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Section 11 68 10
PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Drawings and General Provisions of Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 01 Specification section, apply to work of this section.
B. Related Sections: The following sections contain requirements that relate to this
section.
1. Section 03 30 00 - Cast-in-Place Concrete
2. Section 31 00 00 – Earth Moving
3. Section 32 18 16 – Playground Protective Surfacing
4. Section 01 60 00 - Product Requirements: Listing of Emissions and VOC
requirements.
5. Section 01 74 19 - Construction Waste Management and
Disposal Procedural and administrative requirements for construction and
demolition recycling
6. Section 01 81 13 - Sustainable Design Requirements: Special
administrative and procedure requirements related to Owner’s LEED v4
for Schools Building Design + Construction (BD+C) goals of Certification.
7. Section 01 81 13a - LEED v4 Materials Reporting Form: Materials
Tracking for Building Product Disclosure and Optimization credits
1.2 DESCRIPTION OF WORK
A. The scope of work includes providing all materials, equipment and labor necessary to
complete the work as indicated on the drawings and as specified herein.
B. The principal work of this section includes, but may not be limited to, the following:
1. Play Equipment
1.3 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit shop drawings and product data under provisions of Division 01 for all
manufactured/fabricated items. All submittals must be prior to fabrication and/or field
installation work.
1. Shop drawings shall include plans, details, elevations and specifications and
shall indicate profiles, sizes, dimensions, connection attachments, size and
type of fasteners, accessories, and color and finish as indicated in these
specifications and the plans.
2. Submit manufacturers printed product literature, specifications and data
sheets.
3. Clearly indicate on the shop drawings any deviations from the plans and
specifications.
B. Submit Contractor Qualifications as required under Quality Assurance section stated
herein.
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C. Submit warranty information of all manufactured/fabricated items as required under
Warranty section stated herein.
D. Submit samples showing texture, finish and range of colors of all materials.
Samples will establish the standard by which materials provided will be judged.
E. Submit drawings and instructions of manufacturers/fabricators installation
requirements.
F. Submit stamped shop drawings by a Structural Engineer currently registered in the
state where the project is located for footings for all work in this Section. Drawings
shall indicate approved materials in this Section.
G. Submit material test reports from a qualified testing agency indicating and
interpreting test results for compliance with requirements indicated herein, based
on comprehensive testing of current materials.
H. LEED Submittals:
1. Document FSC Certification for all wood products that contribute to
credit achievement by providing the following:
a. Itemized vendor invoices for FSC-certified products.
b. Chain-of-Custody (COC) certificates. Every entity that
processes or trades FSC-certified material before it is shipped to the
project site must have FSC CoC certification. On-site installers of
FSC-certified products must have CoC certification only if they
modify the products off the project site.
2. Complete “LEED Materials Documentation Sheet” with MRc3 Option 2
information for wood products installed in the building.
3. 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 4. Declarations, Self-Declared Environmental Claims.
4. Complete "LEED Materials Documentation Sheet" with MRc3 Option 2
information for products with recycled content installed in the building.
1.4 CERTIFICATIONS AND QUALIFICATIONS
A. Manufacturer’s warranties shall pass to the Owner and certification made that the
product materials meet all applicable grade trademarks or conform to industry
standards and inspection requirements.
B. The installation of the Play Equipment shall be by Contractor with a minimum of
five (5) years of experience on similar projects, with at least two similar projects
within the last eighteen months. Evidence of this experience shall be submitted
to the Owner’s Representative for review and approval.
C. All play equipment must meet the following requirements, guidelines and
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specifications:
D. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM F 1487-07ae1) Standard
Consumer Safety Performance Specifications for Playground Equipment
for Public Use. Certification that all equipment meets the ASTM-F 1487-07ae1
performance specifications are mandatory and required for approval by the
Owner representative.
1. All Playground Equipment Certification submittals to be as follows:
a. The International Play Equipment Manufacturers Association
(IPEMA) third party certification program that certifies manufactures
compliance to ASTM F 1487-07ae1. ALL individual play
COMPONENTS that make up a composite structure must
individually certified by IPEMA. All individual equipment must be
certified by IPEMA. IPEMA certification is required for Owners
Representative review prior to approval of any play equipment.
Submission of detailed drawings with IPEMA Certification Seal and
the following stated below the seal is required: The play components
identified on this plan are IPEMA certified. The use and layout of
these components conform to the requirements of ASTM F 1487-
07ae1. Manufacturers’ membership in IPEMA does not constitute
equipment certification and approval for use. Proposed equipment
must meet the above criteria for review and approval for use.
E. U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission- Handbook for Public
Playground Safety Publication NO. 325
F. Manufacturers of play equipment must have the following certifications:
1. The International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
a. ISO 9001 – Quality Standards certifying manufacturers processes.
b. ISO 14001 - Standards for Environmental Protection and Natural
Resource Preservation.
c. Certification of all ISO Standards are required and must be
submitted for review by Owners Representative.
d. All playground equipment provided must be manufactured by
companies who are currently ISO certified per the above
standards. Both ISO 9001 and 14001 are required.
G. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) – Current Americans with
Disabilities Act Architectural Guidelines (ADAAG) as set forth in the
Federal Register. All playground equipment both independent and composite
structures shall meet the current standards as developed by the Federal Access
Board. All manufactures must provide certification that proposed equipment
meet or exceed the ADAAG guidelines.
Manufacturers of play equipment must provide drawings that include the
following:
1. Manufacturers statement that proposed equipment conforms to the ADA
Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG).
2. Breakdown of playground components certifying compliance to the
ADAAG guidelines as follows:
a. Total elevated play components.
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b. Total elevated components accessible by ramp as proposed.
Total elevated components required.
c. Total elevated components accessible by transfer as proposed.
Total elevated components required.
d. Total accessible ground level components as proposed. Total
accessible ground level components required.
1.5 WARRANTY
A. Provide Manufacturer’s warranty against structural failure, material failure and
manufacturing defects covering all levels of warranty for all of the equipment
and components.
B. Manufacturer’s warranty should cover a minimum of 100-year warranty on all
aluminum posts, stainless steel fasteners, clamps, beams and caps against
structural failure due to corrosion/natural deterioration or manufacturing defects.
C. Manufacturer’s warranty should cover a minimum of 15-year warranty on all
steel arches, plastic components and all aluminum and steel components not
covered in item B above against structural failure due to material or
manufacturing defects.
D. Manufacturer’s warranty should cover a minimum of 10-year warranty on
concrete components against structural failure due to natural deterioration or
manufacturing defects.
E. Manufacturer’s warranty should cover a minimum of 8-year warranty on climbers
and climbing cables against defects in materials or manufacturing defects.
F. Manufacturer’s warranty should cover a minimum of 5-year warranty cables and
mallets against defects in materials or manufacturing defects, on polycarbonate
panels against defects in materials or manufacturing defects.
G. Manufacturer’s warranty should cover a minimum of 3-year warranty on all swing
seats, hangers, handholds, belting material, against failure due to corrosion/
natural deterioration or manufacturing defects.
H. Warranty shall spell out what it does not cover.
1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING
A. All equipment, unless otherwise indicated, shall be furnished, assembled and
installed by the contractor.
B. Deliver to site, store and protect products under provisions of Division 1.
C. Installation Documentation, Packing List and Maintenance Kits shall be supplied by
the manufacturer for each component.
D. Do not store paint, paint additives or cleaners at site.
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PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 Play equipment shall be arranged as shown on construction plans. Any manufacturer’s
names and/or model numbers identified herein are intended to assist in establishing a
general level of quality, configuration, functionality, and appearance required. This is
NOT a proprietary specification and it should be noted that “or equivalent” applies to all
products denoted herein. It is understood that all manufacturers will have minor
variations in configuration, appearance, and product specifications and such minor
variations shall not eliminate such manufacturers as an equivalent. It is the intent of this
specification to encourage open and competitive involvement from multiple
manufacturers that are able to supply similar products.
2.2 To be deemed “equivalent” Play Equipment safety zones must adhere to the design layout
provided by the Plans and be of similar size, functionality and warranty. All equipment is
subject to final approval by Landscape Architect and Owner Representative.
2.3 Acceptable manufacturers are Landscape Structures, Kompan, Berliner.
2.4 Materials: All materials shall be structurally sound and suitable for safe play. Durability
shall be ensured on all steel parts by the use of time-tested coatings such as zinc plating,
galvanizing, finishes and coatings. Colors and finishes shall be selected from Landscape
Structures standard color charts or equivalent.
A. Fasteners: Primary fasteners shall be socketed and pinned tamperproof in
design, stainless-steel (SST) per ASTM F 879. All primary fasteners shall
include a locking patch type material that will meet the minimum torque
requirements of IFI-125. Manufacturer to provide special tools for pinned
tamperproof fasteners.
B. Metal components to be coated: The finished coating shall be approximately
.080" thick at an 85 durometer with a minimum tensile strength of 1700 psi and a
minimum tear strength of 250 lbs/inch.
C. ProShield Finish: All metal components with ProShield finish shall be thoroughly
cleaned and pretreated through a multi-stage wash system. Parts then
thoroughly dried, preheated and processed through a set of powder spray guns
where a minimum .002" of epoxy primer shall be applied. A minimum .004" of
architectural-grade Super Durable polyester TGIC powder is applied. The
average ProShield film thickness is .006". ProShield is formulated and tested per
the following ASTM standards. Each color must meet or exceed the ratings listed
below:
• Hardness (D3363) rating 2H
• Flexibility (D522) pass 1/8" mandrel
• Impact (D2794) rating minimum 80 inch-pounds
• Salt Fog Resistance (B117 and D1654) 4,000 hours and rating 6 or
greater
• UV Exposure (G154, 340 bulb) 3,000 hours, rating delta E of 2, and 90
percent gloss retention
• Adhesion (D3359, Method B) rating 5B The Paint Line shall employ a
“checkered” adhesion test daily.
D. Decks: All decks shall be of modular design and have 5/16" diameter holes on
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the standing surface. There shall be a minimum of (4) slots in each face to
accommodate face mounting of components. Decks shall be manufactured from
a single piece of low carbon 12 GA (.105") sheet steel conforming to ASTM
specification A-1011. The sheet shall be perforated with a return flange on the
perimeter to provide the reinforcement necessary to ensure structural integrity.
There shall be no unsupported area larger than 3.5 square feet. The unit shall be
coated brown or gray only. Decks shall be designed so that all sides are flush
with the outside edge of the supporting posts.
E. Concrete Products:
1. Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete (GFRC) Products: Glass fiber is
alkaliresistant (AR) with high tensile properties formulated for concrete.
GFRC nominal product thickness is 1" with a unit weight of about 12 lbs
per square foot and an average ultimate flexural strength of 2,100 psi
per ASTM C947. Finish: Exterior latex paint suited for concrete
applications.
2. Precast Concrete Products: Wet-cast solid, molded concrete with an
average compressive strength of 5,000 psi per ASTM C39. Unit weight
range of about 115-145 lbs per cubic foot. Finish: Exterior latex paint
suited for concrete applications.
F. Rotationally Molded Polyethylene Parts: These parts shall be molded using
prime natural linear low-density polyethylene having a tensile strength of 2400
psi per ASTM D638. Rotational molding resin shall be compounded with color
and UV-stabilizing additives with a nominal wall thickness typically 1/4" with
some variation depending upon product type.
G. Recycled Permalene Parts: These parts shall be manufactured from 3/4"
highdensity polyethylene that has been specially formulated for optimum UV
stability and color retention. Products shall meet or exceed density of .960 G/cc
per ASTM D1505, tensile strength of 2400 PSI per ASTM D638. Product shall be
a three-layer product with (2) .100" thick colored exterior layers over a .550"
thick recycled Black interior core.
H. Digifuse Panels with Medallions: Digifuse Panel shall be made from ¼” thick
aluminum sheet. Dye sublimination printed digital artwork shall be fused onto
the powdercoated substrate. Medallion plats shall be made from 0.063” thick
aluminum plate, 4” diameter with color and clear coat finish.
I. Steel Posts: All steel posts are manufactured from 5" O.D. tubing with a wall
thickness of .120" and shall be galvanized after rolling and shall have both the
I.D. and the cut ends sprayed with a corrosion resistant coating. Steel Post
Mechanical Properties:
• Yield Strength (min): 50,000 PSI
• Tensile Strength (min): 55,000 PSI
• Elongation: 25% in 2 inches
• Modulus of Elasticity: 29.5 x 106 PSI
J. Aluminum Posts: All aluminum PlayBooster posts are manufactured from 6005-
T5 extruded tubing conforming to ASTM B-221. Posts shall have a 5" outside
diameter with a .125" wall thickness. Aluminum Post Mechanical Properties:
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• Yield Strength (min): 35,000 PSI
• Tensile Strength (min): 38,000 PSI
• Elongation: 10% in 2 inches
• Modulus of Elasticity: 10 x 106 PSI
K. Arch Posts: Aluminum arch posts shall be manufactured from 6005-T5 alloy.
The arch shall be formed to a 21" center line radius to complement the 42"
center-tocenter module. The arch shall be of one continuous piece construction.
There shall be no welds or additional pieces mechanically fastened to
manufacture the arch. Each arch shall be designed to provide a minimum of 90
1/2" clear span from the deck to the inside of the arch at the radius peak. Arches
shall be ProShield finished to a specified color.
L. Clamps: All clamps shall have ProShield finish and shall be die cast using a
369.1 aluminum alloy and have the following mechanical properties:
• Ultimate Tensile: 47,000 PSI
• Yield Strength: 28,000 PSI
• Elongation: 7% in 2 inches
• Shear Strength: 29,000 PSI
• Endurance Limit: 20,000 PSI
2.5 PLAY EQUIPMENT – NORTH EAST SIDE OF BUILDING
A. Functionally Linked Climber Set 1– Features include the following:
Square loop incline climber Windowpane Overhead Ladder
Fire Pole Cargo Net
Wood Plank Ladder Tightrope
Chinning Bar Vertical Panel Climber
Belt Bridge Belt Hammock
Single Poly Slide Swiggle Stix
Cabin Climber Cabin Seating Area
Inclined Cable Walk
Double Swoosh Poly Slide
Turning Bar
Square Steppers
Basis for Design: Landscape Structures
B. Functionally Linked Climber Set 2– Features include the following:
Lunar Burst
Basis for Design: Landscape Structures
C. Spinners
Basis for Design: Landscape Structures - Model – Curva Spinner
Basis for Design: Landscape Structures - Model – Global Motion
Basis for Design: Landscape Structures- Model – Chill Spinner
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D. Balance
Basis for Design: Landscape Structures - Model – Curved Balance Beam
E. Swings
Basis for Design: Landscape Structures – Model – 5” Arch Swing Frame
(4) four swings, one of which shall be ADA accessible. Swing seats shall be “Belt
Seats”, swing chains shall be finished with “ProGuard”. ADA swing shall be “Molded
Bucket Seat” with harness and chains finished with “ProGuard”.
F. Welcome Sign – Shall include age group play equipment is designed for.
2.6 FITNESS EQUIPMENT – EAST SIDE OF BUILDING NEAR GYM
A. Fitness Equipment – Qty 5
Extreme Rope Climb
Extreme Angled Balance Beam
Extreme A-Frame Cargo Net
Extreme Angled Overhead Ladder
Extreme Jump Hang
Base of design is Landscape Structures – FitCore Extreme 5-12
2.7 LEED Requirements
1. Wood products that are not reused, salvaged, or recycled must be
certified to the standards of the Forest Stewardship Council.
2. Provide products manufactured and extracted within 100 miles of the
project site whenever possible.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 GENERAL
A. Installation of all prefabricated equipment shall conform to the lines and dimensions
shown on the approved shop drawings, where applicable, the contract drawings and
the manufacturer’s recommendations.
B. Verify all dimensions in the field and check work by other trades for conformance with
the drawings before proceeding with the work. Report any discrepancies to the Owner
before proceeding.
C. Deliver and protect all equipment necessary for completion of installation.
3.2 INSTALLATION OF NEW EQUIPMENT
A. Footings for play equipment shall be cast-in-place concrete unless otherwise indicated
and as per the approved shop drawings stamped by a Registered Structural Engineer
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in Massachusetts. Upon completion, poles and posts shall be plumb and in proper
alignment.
B. Secure components in proper alignment and elevation.
C. Protect equipment until completely installed and safe for use.
D. Maintenance kit shall be provided to the Owner for each structure and
component.
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