Fabrisorb™ Decorative Fabric Wrapped Hanging Baffles

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Noise S.T.O.P. Fabrisorb^TMFabric Wrapped Acoustical Baffle

PART 1 GENERAL

1. SECTION INCLUDES
   1. Noise S.T.O.P. Fabrisorb^TM fabric wrapped fiberglass acoustical baffle.
2. REFERENCES
   1. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
      1. ASTM C423: Standard Test Method for Sound Absorption and Sound Absorption Coefficients by the Reverberation Room Method.
      2. ASTM E84: Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials.
      3. ASTM E795: Standard Practices for Mounting Test Specimens During Sound Absorption Tests
   2. International Code Council (ICC)
      1. ICC IBC: International Building Code
3. SUBMITTALS
   1. Product Data: Manufacturer’s data sheet and installation instructions.
   2. Samples: Submit, at minimum, a 4” x 4” sample for each type of specified acoustical baffle.
   3. Test Reports: Upon request, submit certified test reports to verify specified product performance.
4. QUALITY ASSURANCE
   1. Qualifications:
      1. Manufacturers: Provide acoustical ceiling baffles from a single manufacturer.
      2. Installers: Utilize an installer having demonstrated experience on projects of comparable size and complexity.
   2. Performance Requirements:
      1. Surface Burning Characteristics: Acoustical baffles to perform as specified when tested in accordance with ASTM E84. Acoustical baffle surface burning performance should comply with the International Building Code and other local building code requirements.
      2. Acoustical Characteristics: Acoustical baffles to perform as specified when tested in accordance with ASTM C423.
5. DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
   1. Storage and Handling Requirements:
      1. Handle baffles carefully to avoid any damage.
      2. Store baffles indoors in a clean, cool, dry place, and out of direct sunlight.
      3. Store baffles in a space where the ambient temperature and humidity conditions are being maintained at the levels indicated for the project when occupied for its intended use.
6. SITE CONDITIONS
   1. Ambient Conditions:
      1. Maintain ambient temperature and humidity conditions at levels indicated for the project when occupied for its intended use.
      2. Do not install products under environmental conditions outside manufacturer’s recommended limits.
   2. Existing Conditions: Do not install ceiling baffles until space is enclosed and weather proofed, wet work is completely dry, and work above ceilings is complete.
7. WARRANTY
   1. Provide manufacturer’s written product warranty per Section 01 77 00 – Closeout Procedures.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

(Specifier Note: Red colored text below requires you to select an option before this specification can be completed. Options in red text are bound by parenthesis. Additional Noise S.T.O.P. Fabrisorb Baffle information can be found on our website www.acousticalsurfaces.com/fabric_panel/fbs_fabric.htm)

1. MANUFACTURERS
   1. Acoustical Surfaces, Inc., 123 Columbia Court N, Chaska, MN 55318.
      Phone: 952-448-5300. Fax: 952-448-2613. Website: www.acousticalsurfaces.com
2. DESCRIPTION
   1. Product: Noise S.T.O.P. Fabrisorb^TM fabric wrapped acoustical baffle by Acoustical Surfaces, Inc.
   2. Product Options:
      1. Baffle Composition: Fiberglass core wrapped with acoustically transparent fabric facing
      2. Baffle Density: 6-7lb pcf
      3. Baffle Thickness: (1”) / (1-1/2”) / (2”)
      4. Baffle Size: (Custom sizes up to 4’ x 8’)
      5. Edge Profile: (Square) / (Bevel) / (Half-Bevel) / (Radiused)
      6. Finish: Wide range of standard and custom facing options
      7. Mounting Method: D-rings
   3. Product Performance:
      1. Acoustical Performance
         1. Absorption (Sabins per 24” x 48” unit) per ASTM C423

1. Surface Burning Performance
   1. Fire Rating per ASTM E84: Class A.

PART 3 EXECUTION

1. EXAMINATION
2. Verification of Conditions:
3. All wet work in the installation area must be complete, cured, and dry prior to installation.
4. Work above ceilings shall be complete, inspected, and accepted before ceiling work begins.
5. INSTALLATION
6. Comply with manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations for installation of ceiling baffles and with industry standards.
7. CLEANING
8. Clean surfaces of ceiling baffles per manufacturer’s instructions or recommendations.
9. Remove and replace damaged or discolored material and material that cannot be properly cleaned.
10. PROTECTION
11. Protect installed work from damage due to subsequent construction activity, including temperature and humidity limitations and dust control, so that the work will be without damage and deterioration at the time of acceptance by the owner.

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