CANADA MATS Entrance Floor Mats and Frames for Coco Vinyl Backed Instruction Manual
- June 12, 2024
- CANADA MATS
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CANADA MATS Entrance Floor Mats and Frames for Coco Vinyl Backed
GENERAL
SUMMARY
A. Section includes: Entrance floor mats and frames, including fibered
roll good entrance systems
B. Related requirements:
- 1Drawings and General Provisions of the Contract (including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 1 References Section)
- Section 03: Concrete (subfloors)
- Section 06: Wood (subfloors)
- Section 07: Thermal and moisture protection
REFERENCE STANDARDS
A. ASTM International,
- D 2859 Standard Test Method for Ignition Characteristics of Finished Textile Floor Covering Materials
- E 662 Standard Test Method for Specific Optical Density of Smoke Generated by Solid Materials
B. Other referenced documents
- Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) FF 1-70: Pill Test
- Department of Commerce (DOC) FF 1-70: Pill Test
ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS
A. Coordination: Install entrance matting after finishing operations,
including painting and ceiling operations, have been completed.
B. Preinstallation Meetings: Meet to confirm project requirements,
substrate conditions, manufacturer’s installation instructions and warranty
requirements in compliance with Division 1 requirements.
ACTION SUBMITTALS
A. General: Submit listed submittals in accordance with Conditions of the
Contract and Division 1 Submittal Procedures.
B. Product Data: For specified products, submit latest edition of product
supplier’s technical specifications data.
C. Shop Drawings: Submit shop drawings showing layout, profiles, and
product components.
D. Samples: Submit selection and verification samples showing the
required finishes, colors, designs, and textures for flooring, as well as
samples of adhesives and applicable accessories such as nosing, frames, etc.
INFORMATION SUBMITTALS
A. Test and Evaluation Reports
- Product test reports: As required by Conditions of the Contract and Division 1 Regulatory Requirements Section, submit test certificates from an independent test laboratory showing compliance with specified performance characteristics and physical properties.
- Compatibility and adhesion test reports: Submit test reports confirming adhesive’s effectiveness with the product(s) specified
B. Manufacturer Instructions: For specified products, submit latest editions of product supplier’s installation and cleaning & maintenance instructions.
CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS
A. Warranty documentation: For specified products and accessories, submit product supplier’s warranty documents.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Installer: Installer shall be highly experienced in performing work of
this section, having previous done fiber roll goods installation work similar
to that required for this project.
B. Testing Agency: Agency(ies) shall be independent and qualified to
perform the specified product tests.
DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. General: Comply with Division 1 Product Requirements Section
B. Delivery and Acceptance Requirements: Comply with the product
supplier’s ordering and lead time requirements to avoid construction delays,
and to allow material to acclimatize as required in the specified product’s
installation instructions.
Accept delivery of materials only if they are in unopened, undamaged packaging
that bears the name and brand of the manufacturer/product supplier, project
identification, and shipping and handling instructions.
C. Storage and Handling Requirements: Store material — including any
adhesive and accessories — in the original packaging (as delivered) in areas
that are enclosed and weather tight with the permanent HVAC system set at a
temperature of between 65°F and 80°F for a minimum of 48 hours prior to
commencement of installation. In addition, comply with storage and handling
requirements listed on product packaging, and described in the latest edition
of the product’s installation instructions.
AMBIENT SITE CONDITIONS
The permanent HVAC system shall be operational and set at a temperature of between 65°F and 80°F for a minimum of 48 hours prior to commencement of installation, during the time of installation, and for 48 hours after installation has been completed. Thereafter, minimum temperature shall be 55°F.
PRODUCTS
MANUFACTURERS
A. Supplier: Canada Mats, 6943 Antrim Ave, Burnaby, BC V5J 4M5;
telephone: 1 604-628-7791 email:
[email protected] website: canadamats.ca
B. Substitutions: no substitutions permitted.
[Specifier note: edit this paragraph to suit project requirements. If
substitutions are permitted, edit text. Add text to refer to Division 1
Project Requirements (Product Substitutions Procedures) Section.] C.
Product: Coco Mat
Construction: natural Coco fibers with a vinyl backing
Width: 6’7”
Length: approximately 82’
Thickness: Natural color – [5/8”] [3/4”] [ 1”] All other colors – 3/4“
Weight: 5/8” – 166.79 ounces/square yard 3/4″ – 181.36 ounces/square
yard1” – 194.64 ounces/square yard
Colors: [Natural] [Charcoal] [Brown] [Gray] D. Performance:
Physical properties of the entrance matting shall conform to the following
minimums:
Coco Mat
Safety
Surface flammability ASTM D2859 Pass (equal to CPSC FF 1-70 and DOC FF
1-70)
Smoke density ASTM E662 229 (flaming mode)
ACCESSORY PRODUCTS
A. Adhesive: Architect to specify adhesive and trowel notch size per the
latest edition of the installation instructions.
B. Other:
- Standard glue-on nosing
- Aluminum framing: specify as recommended by Coco Mat Supply
EXECUTION
EXAMINATION
A. Overall: Follow guidelines laid out in Division 01, Section 01 71 00 –
Examination and Preparation as well as Section 01 43 00 – Quality Assurance.
B. Verification of Conditions: Subfloors shall be clean and dry. Inspect
all substrates and subfloors for proper tolerances, and report any
discrepancies to the general contractor in writing.
C. Preinstallation Measurements: Verify actual measurement by field
measuring before any onsite cutting, if applicable.
To avoid construction delays, coordinate field measurements based upon
construction progress.
D. Evaluation and Assessment: See the state requirements for the project
location.
SURFACE PREPARATION
A. Follow guidelines laid out in Division 01, Section 01 71 00 –
Examination and Preparation.
B. Concrete subfloors: Where concrete subfloors are present, all work
required to put the concrete subfloor in acceptable condition shall be the
responsibility of the general contractor. See the state requirements for the
project location
INSTALLATION
A. Follow Division 01 relevant guidelines, and the latest edition of the
manufacturer’s installation instructions.
B. Interface with Other Work: If transitions are required to and/or from
the specified entrance matting, contact Coco Mat Supply for suitable
transition material.
C. Sizes: Where not indicated otherwise, provide single unit for each mat
installation, but do not exceed manufacturer’s maximum size recommendation for
units intended for removal and cleaning. Where possible, verify sizes by field
measurement before shop fabrication.
D. Accessory selection: Where indicated for recessed or wall-to-wall
applications provide aluminum framework as recommended by manufacturer. Where
indicated for surface-mounted applications, provide tapered vinyl moldings
with flanges sewn to back of mat on all four sides with mitered corners.
CLEANING
A. General: Clean up job site, including sweeping or dust mopping the
floor to remove all dirt or grit, and put all waste in general contractor’s
dumpster. Follow overall cleaning guidelines described in Division 01.
B. Initial Maintenance: Conduct a full initial maintenance following the
latest edition of the manufacturer’s maintenance instructions. Instruct
owner’s cleaning staff in proper maintenance procedures.
CLOSEOUT ACTIVITIES
- Follow state requirements and Division 01 Section 01 76 00
- Protecting Installed Construction and Section 01 78 00
- Closeout Submittals requirements for these activities.
Customer Support
+1604-628-7791
canadamats.ca
[email protected]
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