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Home My WebLink AboutProject SpecificationsSTRUCTURAL ENGINEERING PROFESSIONALS; St��ctuYal;-Mecha,ucal.� .Civic Eltgtteertrg.� Cbnsul twits PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS For Concrete Restoration Ocean Pearl Condominium 3920 South AIA Hutchinson Island, June 4, 2020 RECEIVED S ?R20 Permitting Deportment St. Lurie County: G Y- 2' REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE Si"a fi.IJCIE COUNTY BO Z�51"ti 1° FILE Cppy Prepared By: ' David T. Colston FL P.E. #55501 751 Northlake Boulevard, Suite 2C ♦ North Palm Beach, Florida 33408 Office.(561) 844-4060 ♦ Facsimile (561) 844-1001 www.struc-engineers.com Ocean Pearl Condominium Page 1 of 23 STRU:CTU.RAL EN+ G PRO INC: Ctvzl: zrg tzeeri�ig, Cwisultazzfs SCOPEOF WORK:....................................................................................................................4 General Project Inclusions: .......................................................................................................... 4 DEFINITIONS.......................................................................:.....................................................8 SUBJECT AND PROPERTY LOCATION..................................................................................9 ENGINEERING (GENERAL)......................................................................................................9 Inspections.................................................................................................................................9 Approvals..................................................................................................................................10 Contractor Responsible for Means and Methods ................. ..:...................................................10 Interpretation of Requirements................:.................................................................:...............10 CONTRACTOR'S GENERAL REQUIREMENTS.....................................................................10 Administrative Responsibilities..................................................................................................10 Permits, Fees, and Notices.......................................................................................................11 Substitutions.............................................................................................................................11 Submittals.................................................................................................................................12 Mobilization/ Staging Area.......................................................................................................12 Utilities......................................................................................................................................12 Public Construction Inspections: ............................................................................................... 12 Personnel Conduct and Dress..................................................................................................12 Safetyduring the Project...........................................................................................................13 Productor Material Samples.....................................................................................................13 QualityAssurance.....................................................................................................................13 RainDays.................................................................................................................................14 As -Built .Drawings:...........:................................................................................... . ....................14 DAMAGE LIABILITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:........................................................................14 CONCRETEREPAIR...............................................................................................................15 RepairMaterials........................................................................................................................15 Codes& Standards: ................................................................................................................... 16 ConcreteTesting: ...................................................................................................................... 17 ConcreteCuring: ....................................................................................................................... 17 General Concrete Repair Procedure: ........................................................................................ 17 ReinforcementReplacement: .................................................................................................... 18 WeatherWalls: ......................................................................................................................... 19 StormProtection: ...................................................................................................................... 20 CrackRepair: ............................................................................................................................ 19 STUCCOREPAIR....................................................................................................................20 Inspection.................................................................................................................................20 Preparation............................................................................................................................... 20 Cement Plastering (Stucco)......................................................................................................21 Moisture Retention and Curing.................................................................................................21 751 Northlake Boulevard, Suite 2C ♦ North Palm Beach, Florida 33408 Office (561) 844-4060 ♦ Facsimile (561) 844-1001 www.struc-engmeers.com Ocean Pearl Condominium Page 2 of 23 STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING PROFESSIONALS, INC.'. Structural .MY chanteaZ • Civ .l .�Erioineering Consultan6 PROJECTCLOSEOUT............................................................................................................21 General..................................................................................................................................... 21 -Prerequisites to Substantial Completion...................................................................................21 Prerequisites to Final Payment: ................................................................................................ 22 Cleaning and Restoration of Property at Completion of Project: ................................................ 22 WARRANTY............................................................................................................................. 23 INCLUSION OF APPLICABLE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS: .............................................. 23 751 Northlake Boulevard, Suite 2C ♦ North Palm Beach, Florida 33408 Office (561) 844-4060 ♦ Facsimile (561) 844-1001 www.struc-engineers.com Ocean Pearl Condominium Page 3 of 23 STRUCTURAL EN.GINEERIN.G PR.O,-FESSIONALS., [N:C: :. —" 5truetu7at', �eehantcal' £� Ctvtl: ��igrteering Consultants SCOPE OF WORK: 1. The primary purpose of this project.is to repair the corroded post tension cable ends, bursting bars and cables as required and directed by the. -Engineer. 2. Repairs are related to the removal of post pocket stucco and grout -from the anchor pocket and inspection of the exposed cable end and cable lock off wedges. 3. Based upon this inspection, a determination will be made to repair the cable per the International Concrete and 'Repair institute guidelines. 4. selected -concrete balcony edges will be repaired as directed by the Engineer. -Repairs may be associated with corrosion of `bursting bars' that distribute the load of the post tension cables. The scope of work to be performed under the terms of this contract includes furnishing all materials, labor, services, utilities, permit fees, supervision, tools and equipment required or incidental to the Scope of Work. All measurements are to be verified in the field by the Contractor and other dimensions are to be taken from the original building plans. General Proiect Inclusions: The work will include but is not necessarily limited to the following elements: 1. Mobilize equipment and materials in locations approved by the Owner. Care should be taken to minimize impact on traffic. and impedance on common areas of the condominiums. 2. Where work is being performed by the contractor, the Contractor shall take all necessary and appropriate measures to protect the Condominium buildings' various components affected by the work (including, but not necessarily limited to: shutters, light fixtures, glass sliding doors, windows, landscaping and sod, etc.) from potential damage caused during the construction project. Blue Max Protective Film protection shall be utilized on exterior glazing systems where deemed appropriate at the discretion of the Engineer. a. Contractor shall be solely responsible to replace any landscaping that is damaged by the contractor as'a result of Contractor's performance of work. 3. A Pre -Condition Survey of the buildings shall be accomplished with the Engineer's representative present and documented prior to starting actual repairs. 4. Remove and dispose of (selected) existing balcony covering(s) (e.g., tiles; inclusive of any overlay, membrane, and/or other slab finish), including grinding any adhesives or mortar that may exist beneath the slab covering(s) down to the structural concrete deck for all areas scheduled and/or selected for concrete repair. The Engineer shall advise .and approve the limits and extents of removal of any/all balcony covering(s) during construction inspections. 751 Northlake Boulevard, Suite 2C ♦ North Palm Beach, Florida 33408 Office (561) 844-4060 ♦ Facsimile (561) 844-1001 www.struc-engineers.com Ocean Pearl Condominium Page 4 of 23 STRUCTURAL ENGIN,EERIN.G PR:OFESSIONACS, N.C. . `Strtwhirai'.:.IYlechankdt £ Cit�iI'; izgifzeeriizg Consultafits: 5. Repair of deteriorated/spalled concrete elements (e.g., columns, balcony edges, overhead (balcony ceiling), etc.), at various locations and condominium buildings, as designated by the -Engineer and in accordance with these specifications. Engineer will advise and approve the limits and extent(s) of repair excavations during construction inspections. Use only materials per this specification unless specifically approved by .the Engineer. Apply new stucco finish in accordance with these .specifications to match existing for all repaired areas. a. NOTE: Unit cost/pricing shall include the removal of existing deteriorated steel reinforcement (if required) and the installation of NEW steel reinforcement (dowelling -in with epoxy and/or lap splicing), and Standard 3-Kip Post Shores (Typical .for Edge, Full Depth Repairs, etc.). Shoring to remain in place until concrete has reached 95% of its design strength or until specific approval from the Engineer in writing. b. Apply new stucco finish (to match existing), at all exterior areas affected/damaged -by the work. NOTE: Repair of Stucco at all areas affected/damaged by the work shall be included within individual line item repair cost(s). 6. Repair of cracked, deteriorated, and/or delaminated stucco at areas not associated with concrete repairs, as directed/identified by the -Engineer and in accordance with these specifications. Apply new stucco finish in accordance with these specifications to match existing for all repaired areas. Use only materials per this specification unless specifically, approved by the Engineer. The Engineer shall advise and approve the limits and extents of stucco repairs during construction inspections. 7. Preparation, Priming, and Painting of all exterior repair areas (to match existing paint color) in accordance with paint manufacturer's specifications. 8. Where required, remove, mark and/or identify, protect, store on -site, and reinstall existing Shutter assemblies (including end terminations, attachment clips, concrete fasteners, screws, "rust -spot" repairs of existing concrete fasteners, etc). Engineer shall identify and advise individual shutter track assemblies which are to be removed and reinstalled. a. Unless otherwise specified and approved by the Engineer, All new metal to metal fasteners used and/or required to reinstall the shutter assemblies shall be 316 series stainless steel fasteners. All concrete fasteners used and/or required to reinstall the shutter assemblies shall be Elco Aggre-Gator 300 Series Stainless Steel Fasteners. 9. Where required, remove, mark and/or identify, protect, store on site, and reinstall existing sliding glass door (SGD) assemblies (Inclusive of NEW Aluminum Sill -Tracks — if required - Set in a Continuous Mortared "Mud Bed"); Installation of NEW PT Wood Bucks (Where Required); Installation of NEW Door -Rollers, Locks and Handles, and Bottom Rail 'Felts and Gaskets; Securing Door Panel Corners; Leveling and Aligning Door Panels; and Securing/Clipping Fixed ("O"),Door Panels into Place). The Engineer 751 Northlake Boulevard, -Suite 2C ♦ North Palm Beach, Florida 33408 Office (561) 844-4060 ♦ Facsimile (561) 844-1001 www.struc-engmeers.com Ocean Pearl Condominium Page'5 of 23 STRUCTURAL::NGINEERING.P.R.OFESS[ONALS, INC. --• Stt�cctural lVlgchan1Ca1 F .(:iv.0 �sigifZeet tng. Consultant's shall identify and advise individual sliding :glass door assemblies which are to be removed and reinstalled. a. Unless otherwise specified and approved by the Engineer, All new metal to metal fasteners used and/or required .to reinstall the sliding glass door assemblies shall be 316 series stainless steel fasteners. All concrete fasteners used and/or required to reinstall the sliding glass door assemblies shall be ElcoAggre-Gator 300 Series Stainless Steel -Fasteners. b. In the case of some -sliding glass door assembly removals, a plywood and lumber weather wall shall be installed sufficient to.protect the unit interior and to act as a dust barrier. Weather walls to be constructed as designed in the included weather wall detail. Engineer shall be consulted prior to the installation and removal of all weather walls. 10. Where required, remove and dispose of existing aluminum screen enclosures and installation of NEW aluminum screen enclosures (with integral railings for 2"d floor balconies, and screen door for 1 st (ground) floor Lanai's). The Engineer shall identify and advise the individual screen enclosure assemblies which are to be removed and replaced with new enclosures. a. All new aluminum structures, including hand/guard .rails and integral parts for the screen enclosures, are to be coated using Kynar 500 PVDF with an Amorphous Chromium Phosphate Pretreatment in accordance with AAMA 2605-13 "Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements and Test Procedures for — SUPERIOR PERFORMING ORGANIC COATINGS ON ALUMINUM -EXTRUSIONS.AND PANELS". b. All .metal to metal fasteners to be 316 series stainless steel fasteners. All concrete fasteners for the new screen enclosures shall be Elco Aggre-Gator 300 series Stainless Steel Fasteners. 11. Inspection(s) for water ponding and providing for positive drainage on all balcony repair areas as required. 12. Application of an (Engineer approved) migrating corrosion inhibitor{MCI) onto selected) new and/or existing balcony/floor slab surface(s) (2 applications). 13. Application of a Cementitious Waterproofing Membrane (BASF or Sika) or Engineer Approved Equal) at Selected Balcony Repair Areas and Balcony Edge R-epairAreas (Inclusive of Wrapping Membrane Down/Over entire Balcony Edge). 14. Install shoring where necessary, or as directed by the Engineer, prior to any concrete demolition. Shoring to remain in place until concrete has reached 95% of its design strength or until specific approval from the Engineer in writing. 15. Clean and remove debris from the site on a daily basis and .as per this specification. 751 Northlake Boulevard, Suite 2C ♦ North Palm Beach, Florida 33408 Office (561) 844-4060 ♦ Facsimile (561) 844-1001 www.struc-engineers.com Ocean Pearl Condominium Page 6 of 23 STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING P:R-Q;lF-,ESSIO:NALS;..INC. Sti�tctural, ll�ieel2antcal Czu l: Engineering Consultant's 751 Northlake Boulevard, Suite 2C ♦ North Palm Beach, Florida 33408 Office (561) 844-4060 ♦ Facsimile (561) 844-1001 www.struc-engmeers.com Ocean Pearl Condominium Page 7 of 23 ggp STRUCTURAL ENGW NA ERINGPROFESSIOLS,.INC. J( V 'Stroctural,.Meclianical &.Czv.tl Ei�gi ieenn , C wsultants DEFINITIONS 1. The term "Owner" is hereby defined as Ocean Pearl Condominium, Inc. 2. The term ".Engineer" is hereby defined as Structural Engineering Professionals, Inc. or their duly appointed representative or agent. 3. The term "Contractor" is hereby defined as TBD or their duly appointed representative. The term "Subcontractor",nAers to companies, firms, or organizations working for the Contractor. 4. The term "Work" as used herein shall include everything required of the Contractor to fully perform the scope of the -Contract and Specifications fully and faithfully. 5'. The term `Contract Documents" as used herein shall .include all contracts, specifications, bids, drawings, material or product specifications, addendums, etc. that are utilized for the Work. 6. The term "Supplier" as used herein, includes any firm or organization furnishing or delivering products directly to the job site and because of such direct delivery, could be .construed and the lien laws of the State of Florida as having lien rights against the project. Suppliers -or material and equipment delivering to the..contractor or Subcontractor on an open account basis and not having lien rights on the work, will no be Suppliers within the meaning of this Sp:cification and/or contract. 7. The term "Project Schedule" shall mean the project schedule that the Owner and Contractor have agreed upon which must be approved prior to the commencement of the Work. 8. Where "request", "approval', "satisfactory", and similar words appear, it is the written request, approval, or satisfaction of the Engineer that is intended. 9. Where "complete" is used, it shall mean complete with all connections, supports, attachments, and incidental items necessary for a finished and properly operating assembly or installation. 10. The term "furnish" -shall be. interpreted to supply, install, and test complete and ready for beneficial operation by the Owner. 11. The term "install' shall be interpreted to supply, mount, connect, and test, complete and ready for beneficial operation by the Owner. 12. The term "provide" shall be interpreted to .furnish, .install, and test, complete and ready for beneficial operation by the Owner. 751 Northlake Boulevard,'Suite 2C ♦ North Palm Beach, Florida 33408 Office (561) 844-4060 ♦ Facsimile (561) 844-1001 www.strtic-engineers.com Ocean Pearl Condominium Page 8 of 23 a STRUCTURALENGINEERING PROFESSIONALS; IIVC. Stz'cctural . M&hanzcal £ .Civil E3io rieerir2g; C'onsultan#s -SUBJECT AND PROPERTY LOCATION Ocean'Pearl Condominium Association 3920 N Hwy AIA Hutchinson Island, FL 34949 ENGINEERING (GENERAL) Inspections All required engineering inspections are to be scheduled with Engineer a minimum of 48 hours in advance. Failure to do so can result in delay of work or denial of item to be inspected. 1. - During onsite engineering inspections, the Engineer shall review any work underway, ,regarding work locations, methods, shoring, forms, safety, property protection, concrete placements, proper curing of newly placed concrete, Owner concerns, or any other items as appropriate. 2. The Engineer shall inspect and approve all -concrete and other repairs coincident to this project. 3. EXCAVATION LIMITS: TheEngineer shall inspect and approve all _limits of concrete removal and all steel reinforcement repairs. The engineer shall verify contractor measurements and approve or disapprove, as required, all contract chargeable quantities for all repairs. 4. APPROVAL TO PLACE CONCRETE: The Engineer shall inspect all areas prior to . concrete placement and give written approval, for aH concrete placements. The Engineer shall inspect all prep work, including forms, shoring, safety, steel bar repairs, and any adjustments to excavation limits. 5. PLACEMENT OF CONCRETE: The Engineer may inspect bag good concrete placements at their discretion. Contractor is responsible to make Engineer aware of all concrete placements at least 48 hours in advance. 6. CERTIFICATION AND TESTING: The Engineer shall be present for all certification inspections by product manufactures or installers as well as any testing, formal or informal, to exhibit proper installation of materials. 7. FINAL: The Engineer shall inspect and approve the completion of repairs, Installation of the new Stairs and Landings, and Railing Systems including any correction or punch list items for each work area as appropriate. - 8. The Engineer reserves the right to -require additional inspections at various times throughout the project. 751 Northlake Boulevard, Suite 2C ♦ North Palm Beach, Florida 33408 Office 561)'844-4060 ♦ Facsimile (561) 844-1001 www.struc-engineers.com Ocean Pearl Condominium Page 9 of 23 a STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING PROFESSIO:NRLs,, [.NC: St wdaral ;-lVleekan�cal. Ciuit,.Eti& itteerin 4 Consultants g, Approvals 1. The:Engineer, when satisfied with the Work, shall approve the Work in writing. -2. The Engineer shall approve Shop Drawings for stairs, landings, mechanical attachments and .railings designed by others, prior to fabrication. 3. The Engineer shall approve or disapprove in writing as required, specifications for all .Contractor -supplied materials not specified herein at least 7 days prior to planned material use. 4. The Engineer shall determine at his sole discretion any disputes regarding .reasonableness of workmanship. Contractor Responsible for Means and Methods The primary purpose of the -Engineer's visits at the site will be to provide the Owner a greater degree of confidence that the Work is being completed in accordance with requirements and specifications. On the other hand, the Engineer has no authority over norresponsibility for the Contractor's means, methods, techniques,. sequences, or procedures, so long as they do not conflict with the approved specification. The Engineer is not responsible for safety precautions and programs or for any failure of the Contractor to comply with laws, .rules, or regulations. Interpretation of Requirements The Engineer shall act as initial interpreter of the requirements of the Contract Documents and judge the acceptability of the Contractor's Work there under, making decisions in writing on all claims of Owner and Contractor relating to acceptability of the interpretation of requirements. Accordingly, the Engineer shall not be liable for the results on any such interpretations or decision rendered in good faith. CONTRACTOR'S GENERAL REQUIREMENTS Administrative Responsibilities 1. The Contractor shall be responsible for the on time maintenance of the construction Project Schedule and general supervision of the Work to be performed. If for any.reason the Project Schedule is to change, the Contractor is responsible to update the Project Schedule and submit revisions to Engineer and Owner. This does not alter in any way ,performance or completions dates as stipulated by the Contract. 2. The Contractor shall cooperate with and assist the Subcontractors in the preparation of construction, progress and procedures, Project Schedule, deliveries, and their -effect on 751 Northlake Boulevard, Suite 2C ♦ North Palm Beach, Florida 33408 Office (561)-844-4060 ♦ Facsimile (561) 844-1001 www.struc-engineers.com Ocean Pearl Condominium Page 10 of 23 STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING RROFESSIQNALS:;. IN.C:. ----Sts�uetural, N.iechanicai" Cavii`•�troifieet<ing; Cc�nsuZtant's the overall Project progress and completion. The Subcontractors shall cooperate in getting their work and the Work of their subcontractors completed according to the Project Schedule as prepared and maintained by the contractor. Each Subcontractor shall immediately notify the. -Contractor of any delay -in delivery of products or the Project Schedule date of completion that may affect the total progress of .the construction. 3. The Contractor shall verify grades, lines, -levels, and dimensions as shown on the drawings and shall report errors and inconsistencies discovered in the information furnished to Engineer. 4. The Contractor shall supply all labor, materials, and equipment necessary'for the proper and total completion of the required Work as per the Engineer's specifications. Permits, Fees, and: Notices 1. Except as specifically approved by the Owner in writing, the Contractor shall secure and pay for all licenses as may be necessary for the proper execution and completion of his Work, which are applicable at the time the bids are received whether or not effective or scheduled to go into effect, and shall obtain and pay the cost of any approvals, permits, and fees that may be required by local authorities. 2. -Contractor shall pay all applicable sales, consumers and use taxes. 3. Contractor shall qualify and obtain all required. permits. All Subcontractor permits are to be secured by the Contractor or Subcontractor as the Contractor may determine and are to be verified by the contractor. 4. A copy of all required permits, licenses, certificates, and approvals shall be delivered to the Engineer and a copy shall be posted in a prominent'location �at the Project site prior to the commencement of the Work. 5. The Contractor shall give notices and comply with laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, and orders of public authority bearing on the performance of his Work. If the Contractor observes that the Contract Documents are at variance therewith, he shall promptly notify the Engineer in writing and necessary changes shall be adjusted by appropriate notification. If the Contractor performs any Work knowing or should have knowing it to be contrary to such laws, ordinances, rules and regulations, and without such notice to the Engineer, the Contractor shall assume full responsibility and shall bear costs attributable thereto. Substitutions The Engineer will consider formal requests from the Contractor for substitution of products in place of -those specified, except in cases of items specifically followed by the words "no substitutions". Such written request should include the following: 1. Complete data substantiating compliance with -contract intent. 751 Northlake Boulevard, Suite 2C ♦ North Palm Beach, Florida 33408 Office (561) 844-4060 ♦ Facsimile (561) 844-1001 www.struc-engineers.com Ocean Pearl Condominium Page 11 of 23 STRUCTURAL Is 2. Product identifications, manufacturer's literature, reference standards. INC. Con8uItdnts 3. Detailed description of proposed method. 4. Itemized comparison of proposed substitution with specified product. 5. Changes to construction Project Schedule, if any. `,S. Accurate cost comparisons:between substitute, and that specified. 7. No,substitution shall be used without prior Owner's and -Engineer's written approvals. A Submittals Shop Drawings: The Contractor:shall submit with a letter of transmittal to the Engineer signed and sealed drawings for the post tension cables for review and approval by the Engineer prior to fabrication. Any materials order without the l=ngineer's written approval shall not be used on the Project and shall not be paid for by the Owner. Mobilization / Staging Area The Contractor is to submit his requirements for a staging area to the Owner for written approval prior to starting Work. The Owner shall then provide Contractor with a suitable area for use. At the end of each working day, all equipment, ladders, materials, supplies, vehicles, etc. must be returned to the staging area and working area left clean. Protection of this area is the'sole responsibility of the Contractor and it shall -be left in a clean, safe., and acceptable manner. Utilities The Contractor may use at no cost to the Contractor water and electricity available on the Owner's property for the performance of the work. The Contractor at his expense shall provide utility requirements beyond those available on site. Public Construction Inspections: Contractor shall determine requirements for and obtain inspection of all work and trades as necessary and as required by the local building officials. Personnel Conduct and Dress 1. The Contractor shall be responsible -to properly supervise his and his Subcontractor's employees as to proper language, conduct, dress, and noise. 2. Contractor's employees shall wear appropriate clothing at all times. 751 Northlake Boulevard, Suite 2C ♦ North Palm Beach, Florida 33408. Office (561) 844-4060 ♦ Facsimile (561) 844-1001 www.struc-engineers.com Ocean Pearl Condominium Page 12 of 23 'STRUCTURAL EN I 3. Alcohol or drugs on the site or any individual or employee under the influence of the substances shall not be tolerated and shall constitute an immediate cause for the Contractor's or Subcontractor's employee to be permanently removed from the Project. 4. The Owner or Engineer shall have the right to require the Contractor or Subcontractor -to remove any employee from the Project. 5. The -Contractor will provide as .required the Engineer with a list of all personnel to be employed at the job site if required and in accordance with the Owner's security policy. Safety during the Project 1. Contractor shall at the end of each workday, secure and properly store all equipment, machinery, materials, etc. .2. - -Contractor shall maintain material storage and work areas in a clean and safe condition and remove from the site, on a daily basis trash and debris, flammable cloths and discarded materials that could support combustions. All debris and rubbish mustbe placed in approved dumpsters on a daily basis and dumpsters emptied as required on a regular basis. 3. Contractor shall at all times strictly comply with O.S.H.A. regulations and requirements including fall safety and eye, hearing, and respiration requirements. 4. All stage, scaffolding, or lifting devices to be used by the -Contractor shall -comply with O.S.H.A. requirements and must be in good working order.3 5. Contractor shall keep on hand- on each stage and in each work area at least on 5-pound CO2 fire extinguisher for quick access or more as O.S.H.A may require. 6. The Engineer shall have the right (with cause) to stop Work on the Project should he believe an unsafe condition exists until such condition is corrected at no cost or delay to the Owner. Product or Material Samples The Contractor is responsible for providing product or material samples to the Owner upon request. This may include demonstration or sample application of products, materials, and equipment. Quality Assurance 1. The Contractor shall use adequate numbers of supervisors and skilled workers who are thoroughly trained and experienced in the necessary crafts and who are completely familiar with the specification -requirements and methods needed for proper performance of with Work in this specification. 751 Northlake Boulevard, Suite 2C ♦ North Palm Beach, fiorida 33408 Office (561) 8444060 ♦ Facsimile (561) 844-1001 www.struc-engineers.com Ocean Pearl Condominium Page 13 of 23 STRUCTURAL 's 2. Work shall be carried out in such a way as to minimize.any inconvenience to the Owner. The -Contractor shall maintain a full work force from start to finish and shall have a qualified foreman on the job at all times. 3. • The Contractor shall provide the Owner recent certificates of insurance, indemnifying the Owner including, but not limited to the following: WORKMAN'S COMPENSATION, :BODILY INJURY, and PROPERTY DAMAGE. There shall be no lapse in�coverage throughout the course of the ,Project. 4. The Contractor, having started the Work, will continuously and expeditiously proceed with its prosecution until completion in strict accordance with the Project Schedule. 5: Quality assurance representatives from the product manufacturers and/or suppliers that are included 'in these specifications, but not limited to, shall make periodic inspections before, during, and upon completion of the Project. Copies of each inspection shall be submitted to both the engineer and Owner within five (5) working days. Rain Days Rain days and delays associated to ;them shall be documented in writing and forwarded to both the Engineer and the Owner for written approval within 5 working days of the rain day. As -Built Drawings: The Contractor shall prepare and submit to the Engineer and Owner a set of drawings indicating the "as built" conditions for each area of the building repaired. These drawings will indicate locations, dimensions, .quantity, and type of repair material utilized. DAMAGE LIABILITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. The Contractor will be held solely responsible for the protection of the Owner's property, including all walkways, shrubbery, parked vehicles, and any other property in the area from damage. Contractor shall provide adequate covering and protection required during the Work. 2. The Contractor will be held responsible for securing and restricting free access to Work areas where Work is being performed. The Contractor must notify the condominium in writing when and if any Work areas cannot be safely secured at the end of each workday. 3. If, for purposes of cleaning up at project completion, Contractor desires to apply paint over concrete and/or coating splatter on any existing surfaces as part of cleaning or repairing of exterior damages, Contractor is responsible to obtain and shall not proceed unless Contractor is granted Owner's prior written approval. 751 Northlake Boulevard, Suite 2C ♦ North Palm Beach, Florida 33408 Office (561) "8441i060 ♦ Facsimile (561) 844-1001 www.struc-engineers.com Ocean Pearl Condominium Page 14 of 23 a STRiJCT'URAL.EN.G,[NEEPINCC ';O: ROFESS NALS:;, IUC: Sti7zctu crl, Uieehantcal ..Ctvii: ng iieering Co.. tafiI 4. The Contractor will be held responsible for repairing damages caused by carelessness or lack of protection while performing the work identified in the scope of work and work items,list. Contractor must anticipate and provide adequate protection for hidden electric conduits, water and phone lines, etc. as required during the work. The Engineer shall determine any question regarding Contractor's responsibility to repair damaged electrical conduits, water and phone lines, etc. 5. The Contractor will also be responsible for the cleanup ,involved in the work outlined in this specification, and his employees during the performance of their labor. 6. The Engineer shall determine any -disputes regarding the reasonableness of repairs. CONCRETE REPAIR Repair Materials A prelim inary.list of material requirements for this project is shown below. Any changes to this specification shall be submitted to the Engineer for specific written approval. Approved materials must be used in accordance with manufacturer's application guidelines. 1. New ready mix concrete materials shall meet the following minimum requirements: a. Cement content >_ 560 lbs./yd., W/C ratio <_ 0.40 b. Total water soluble chloride ion (CI) -content <_ 0.05% by weight of cement c. No concrete shall be cast -in place, which is in excess of 90 minutes from the ticketed batch time. d. The Contractor shall follow the. recommendations of the ACI 305R-91 "Hot Weather Concreting" when the relative humidity is less than the corresponding concrete temperatures of the intended placements. 2. New polymer modified concrete materials shall meet the following minimum requirements: Tensile bond strength, 28 days, ASTM C-882m > 4000 psi Shrinkage, 28 days, ASTM C-157 < 0.06 % Rapid chloride permeability, ASTM C-1202 < 1000 coulombs 3. Admixture Requirement — W.R. Grace corrosion-inhibitor,DCI-S in. the amount of 2.5 gals / C.Y. is a requirement of any design mixtures utilized in the project. 4. Additional aggregate for repair material extension shall meet ASTM C33 and certified to be non - reactive. Certification of non -reactive aggregate shall be submitted for the Engineer's written approval prior to use. 751 Northlake Boulevard, Suite K ♦ North Palm Beach, Florida 33408 Office (561) 844-4060 ♦ Facsimile (561) 844-1001 www.struc-engineers.com Ocean Pearl Condominium Page 15 of 23 STRUCTURALENG.INEERINGPROFESSIONALS, INC.. i Structural,;ll�Iecharatcal.Civic:zgitieeino Consultants: ,5. New reinforcing steel shall be ASTM A615, grade 60. 1-6. The.following-Design Mix is specifically.approved.for use: Rinker P/C 1177769 7. The following named bag materials are specifically approved for use. The Contractor shall submit to the -Engineer for review and acceptance concrete mix designs, manufacturer's product information and -manufacturer's installation instructions for all. other materials to be utilized. Approved Repair Materials. Codes & Standards: Repair work under this specification shall be accomplished in compliance with the following codes, specifications and standards, except as otherwise specified: 1. ACI 301 "Specification for Structural Concrete" 2. ACI 311 "Recommended Practice for Concrete Inspection" 3. .ACI 318 "Building Code Requirements for Reinforced Concrete" 4. ACI 347 "Recommended Practice for Concrete Formwork" 5. ACI 304R "Guide for Measuring, Mixing and Placing Concrete" 751 Northlake Boulevard, Suite 2C ♦ North Palm Beach, Florida 33408 Office (561) 844-4060 . ♦ Facsimile (561) 844-1001 www.struc-engmeers.com Ocean Pearl Condominium Page 16 of 23 _'� STRUCTURAL EN-G INEERING MROFESSIO:NA S,.INC: 5tructurl,lYlechanical'Ciit_Eugnenig Consultants 6., ICRI — Guideline No.. 03731, "Guide for Selecting Application Methods for the Repair of Concrete Surfaces" Concrete Testing: Contractor shall retain an engineering testing laboratory at his expense to perform all concrete testing. The testing laboratory shall conform to the applicable requirements of ASTM <C 1077 and shall be inspected and accredited by the -Concrete and Materials -Engineering Council, Inc or an equivalent national authority. The agent of the testing laboratory performing field samples shall be certified by the American Concrete Institute as a Technician Grade 1 or be equivalent or shall be a licensed professional engineer. Testing shall be performed as described hereinafter for each 10 yards of fresh concrete or fraction thereof placed at the project but for not less than one set for each day's concrete placement. Compression and Strength Tests: Each test shall consist of four (4) standard 6" x 12" cylinders, one cylinder tested at the age of 3 days, one at the age of 7 days, and 1 at the age of -28 days. The remaining cylinder shall be held in reserve. Samples for compression testing shall be secured in accordance with ASTM C 172. Specimens made to check adequacy of design strength or as a basis for acceptance of concrete shall be in accordance with ASTM C 31. Strength tests shall be in accordance with ASTM C 39. 2. Slump Tests: Tests -for slump shall be made a place of deposit and in accordance with ASTM C 143. Slump shall be reported on test reports to the Engineer. Except as otherwise directed, the laboratory shall send a minimum of two copies of test reports to the Owner, Engineer and 'Contractor. Concrete Curing: 1. All repair areas shall be covered and maintained damp by frequent spraying with water for at least 5 days or an application of BURKE "Aqua Resin" membrane curing compound or equivalent (approved by the Engineer) after finishing in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and recommendations. 2. All concrete shall cure a minimum of 28 days -or testing show that the concrete has reached at least 80% of its design strength, prior to application of any coatings or finishes. 3. An observation shall be conducted by the Engineer prior to application of any -coatings on the concrete. Any cracks in the repair areas shall be repaired in accordance with the requirements for crack repairs. Repair of cracks shall be at no additional cost to the Owner. General Concrete Repair Procedure: Concrete repairs will be accomplished in accordance with International Concrete Repair Institute standards as described below. 751 Northlake Boulevard,Suite 2C ♦ North Palm Beach, Florida 33408 Office (561) 8444060 ♦ Facsimile -(561) 844-1001 www.struc-engineers.com Ocean Pearl Condominium Page 17 of 23 STRUCTURAL::ENGINEERING PROFESSIONALS, INC:. ---� Strizctural,,lVSeehanieal-£.�z�il:tzgitieeruzg Consultants 1. Concrete repairs shall be provided for areas -identified"with -spalling, deterioration, and unacceptable concrete. 2. Remove all loose, spalled, and unsound concrete in the area of deterioration. Areas to be .repaired must be clean, sound and free of -contaminants. All loose and deteriorated concrete shall be removed .by mechanical means approved by the Engineer. 3. The area of concrete to be removed shall extend along the `length of the reinforcing, ;beyond the limits of the reinforcing deterioration a minimum of-2" into sound concrete. 4. Concrete shall be removed completely around the reinforcing steel providing a minimum clearance of 3/" between reinforcing, and remaining concrete. 5. Saw cut the' perimeter '/2' minimum perpendicular or slightly undercut to the concrete surface at the limits of the repair to prevent feathering. Do not cut any reinforcing except as accepted by the Engineer. 6. -Chip concrete substrate to obtain a surface profile .of 1/8" in depth with a new fractured aggregate surface. 7. Occasional excess excavation performed for thEi"Contractor's convenience will be acceptable, but not billable. 8. Application of repair material shall snot be less than'/". 9. Remove all rust and scaling of reinforcing thoroughly by sandblasting. 10. The prepared concrete surface shall be saturated surface dry (SSD), but free of standing water. 11. Apply a coat of bonding. agent as specified, herein covering all exposed -steel and concrete surfaces. 12. While scrub coat is still wet, place repair. concrete in accordance with ACI 301 and manufacturer's specifications. Reinforcement Replacement: 1. Any questionable . placement of the existing steel, as placed in the original construction, should be brought to the attention of the Engineer. 2. All reinforcing with deterioration of more than 15% of the original bar diameter, as determined by the Engineer, shall be replaced. 751 Northlake Boulevard, Suite 2C ♦ North Palm Beach, Florida 33408 'Office (561) 844-4060 ♦ Facsimile (561)`844-1001 www.struc-engineers.com Ocean Pearl Condominium , Page 18 of 23 STRUCTURAL hLG:INEERIhLG PR'O:F'cSSIONRLS'.11MC'. --- 'Stt ucturul, Vechantcal�: Consuht nts 3. To permit lapping of the new reinforcing steel, the concrete shall 'be removed along the length of the reinforcing a minimum of 40 diameters beyond the deterioration into sound concrete to permit splicing of the reinforcing. Minimum lap splice overlap area as follows: #3 .bars- 15", #4 bars- 20", .#5 bars- 25°, #6 bars- 30' and #7 bars — 35". 4. After the reinforcing has been prepared, lap the new reinforcing beside the�entire length of the exposed reinforcing. Secure .in place with the wires. Crack Repair: Crack repairs will be performed for all areas identified by the Engineer. Cracks, which are a 'direct result of new concrete placement or Contractors' means or methods will be repaired at no additional cost to the Owner. -2. Remove all loose and unsound concrete within and adjacent to the crack. 3. For gravity feed applications %of topside horizontal cracks, v-notch the: -surface of the crack with a mechanical router or hand chipping tool to a maximum width of %". Remove loose debris. Substrate may be dry or damp but must be clear of standing water prior to product application. Where it is determined the crack is through the full depth of the slab, seal the underside of the crack with Epoxy Gel as listed above to act as a dam to hold the liquid epoxy resin adhesive until cured. Maximum application thickness of epoxy Gel not to exceed 1/4". Pour Epoxy Binder into the v-notch until the crack is completely filled, adding more resin as the product penetrates. Allow to cure and finish grind. 4. For pressure injection applications, remove loose and deteriorated materials for 1 inch on each side of the crack. Assure surfaces are sound, clean, and free of all bond - inhibiting materials including oil, dust, and dirt. Blow the crack clean with oil -free compressed air. Surfaces must be dry or damp, and free from standing water. Install injection ports with Epoxy Gel, directly to the crack. Using a putty knife, force the material against the concrete and around the injection port, sealing the surface of the crack. Allow the gel to cure before pressure injecting the crack with Epoxy Binder using -standard pressure injection equipment. Weather Walls: Plywood and lumber Weather Walls to only be constructed at Engineer's Discretion and Direction. Weather wall to be constructed as designed in the included weather wall detail. Weather wall installation duration will have a maximum period of six weeks. Extra time may be granted if a written request is submitted to the Owner and -Engineer. engineer shall be consulted prior to the removal of any weather wall. 751 Northlake Boulevard, Suite K ♦ North Palm :Beach, Florida 33408 Office (561) 844-4060 ♦ Facsimile (561) 844-1001 www.struc-engineers.com Ocean Pearl Condominium Page 19-of 23 STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING PROFESSIONALS; [N,C.. Sts7ietural .Mechanrcalt Civil'. £sigirieering Consultant's Storm Protection: In the event of an approaching Hurricane or Tropical Storm, and as directed by the Engineer and/or Owner, the Contractor shall provide storm protection covering at all masonry openings where shutters and/or bottom shutter tracks have been removed, or the shutters cannot be closed for the duration of the .hurricane season. The minimum protection shall be W CDX sheathing. Contractor shall minimize penetration of the walls and surrounding elements for the attachment of the protection. Contractor shall repair all damage resulting from the installation and removal of the protection system. STUCCO REPAIR Inspection 1. Before plaster is applied, surfaces to be plastered shall be carefully examined by the Contractor. The Engineer shall be notified of unsatisfactory surfaces or conditions. Application of plaster shall not proceed until any imperfections, irregularities and unsatisfactory conditions that may compromise the final finish shall be corrected and ready to receive work. 2. Proceeding with the application will constitute acceptance of the substrate by the Contractor. Any corrective effort required to correct the substrate after application of the stucco will be at the Contractor's sole expense. a. Masonry: Verify joints are cut flush and surface is ready to receive work of the Section. Verify no bituminous or water repellent coatings exist on masonry surfaces that would affect the adhesion of the stucco finish. b. Concrete: Verify surfaces are flat, honeycomb is filled flush, and the surface is ready to receive work of this Section. Verify no bituminous, water repellent, or form release agents exist on concrete surfaces that are detrimental to plaster. c. Grounds and Blocking: Verify items within walls for other Sections of work have been installed. Preparation 1. Limits of stucco and counter flashing removal shall be saw cut to permit installation of new counter flashing with a minimum four inch coverage over top of base flashings. Remove all stucco material and sheet material below saw cut. 2. Roughen and clean masonry and concrete surfaces to the degree required to achieve mechanical bond. Apply bonding, agent where needed for adhesion. Surfaces to receive stucco shall be damp without visible surface water. 751 Northlake Boulevard, Suite 2C ♦ North Palm Beach, Florida 33408 Office (561) 844-4060 ♦ Facsimile '(561) 844-1001 www.struc-engineers.com Ocean Pearl Condominium Page 20 of 23 " STRU:CITURALEN:GINEERING PR0FESSI00.NALS., INC. Structural; MMchanrcaZ CtvtlEstgifteering Consultants IMAS Cement Plastering (Stucco) 1..-. Cement plastering shall be' 2-coat work, thickness to match existing. 2: Mixing: Use mechanical mixers of approved type. Keep mixer and tools clean. Re - tempering will not be permitted. 3. Scratch Coat: Shall be mixed by volume as follows: One part Portland cement, 3 parts sand, 10 percent lime. Scratch coat shall be applied with pressure and heavily cross - scratched. 4. Finish Coat: Shall be mixed by volume as follows: One part white Portland cement, 3 parts sand, 10 percent lime. Moisture Retention and Curing 1. Dampen previous plaster coats, which have dried out prior to time for applications of next coat. Dampen with water as required for uniform suction. The contractor is responsible for determining the most effective procedure for curing and time lapse between applications of -coats based on climatic and job conditions. PROJECT CLOSEOUT General Closeout is hereby defined to include general requirements near the end of Contract Time in preparation for final acceptance, final payment, normal termination of contract, re -occupancy by the Owner, and similar actions evidencing completion of the Work. Time of closeout is directly related to "Substantial Completion." Prerequisites to Substantial Completion Prior to requesting Owner/Engineer inspection/observation for confirmation of'Substantial Completion (for either entire Work or portions thereof), the Contractor shall complete the following and list known exceptions in request: 1. Submit specific warranties, workmanship/maintenance bonds, maintenance agreements, agreements, final certifications, and similar documents. 2. Obtain and submit releases enabling Owner's full and unrestricted use of the Work and access to services and utilities, including occupancy permits, operating certifications, and similar. releases. 751 Northlake Boulevard, Suite 2C ♦ North Palm Beach, Florida 33408 Office (561) 844-4060 ♦ Facsimile (561) 844-1001 www.struc-engineers.com Ocean Pearl Condominium Page 21 of 23 STRUCTURAL NG_INEERING-P-ROFESSIONALS;, 'N C. —_� , 8fs�tc�tura1,.iUechanical• . it:,Eizgifreenng Consultants 3. Deliver tools, spare parts, extra stocks of materials, and similar physical'items to ,locations as directed -by the Owner. Two •percent (2%) of each type of product shall be given to the Owner for future repairs. 4. .Discontinue and remove from Project site temporary facilities and services, along with construction. tools and facilities, mock-ups, and similar elements. 5. Complete final clean-up requirements. =Substantial Completion will be approved when the Work is completed to the satisfaction of the Engineer. Prerequisites to Final Payment: Prior to requesting Owner/Engineer final inspection/observation for certification of final payment, the -Contractor shall complete the following: 1. Submit final payment request. 2. The Contractor shall provide the Engineer and Owner with a Contractor's IFinal Payment Affidavit and Release of Lien ,Document, which shall cover all materials supplied and equipment used in the performance of his work. 3. -Final Clean Up and Landscaping Completion as described in the sections below. 4. Submit copy of Owner/Engineer's final punch list of itemized Work to be completed or - corrected, stating that each item has been completed or otherwise resolved for acceptance. 5. Warranties documentation as detailed in Warranty section below. 6. Engineer's and Owner's approval, in writing, of all items above. Cleaning and Restoration of Property at Completion of Project: - At the Project completion, the Contractor shall: 1. Reinstall all exterior building components removed or adjusted to provide access for doing repairs. The reinstallation shall be done using the materials and workmanship that would be expected for a new installation, taking into consideration any installation difficulties caused by existing defects or changes in the building. Any reinstallation problems must be brought to the attention of the Engineer. 2. Promptly remove all debris, materials, equipment, etc., from the site and leave the premises of the .buildings, driveways, and deck areas clean. Clean surface areas of excess {paint, coatings, sealants, -etc. The Engineer will observe the Work after final clean up Work. Rejected Work shall be cleaned until completed to an acceptable condition. 'The following are examples, but not by way of limitation, of cleaning levels required: 751 Northlake Boulevard, Suite 2.0 ♦ North Palm Beach, Florida 33408 Office (561) 844-4060 ♦ Facsimile (561) 844-1001 www.struc-engineers.com Ocean Pearl Condominium 'Page-22 of 23 STRUCTURAL ERIN,G Pl INC: 1Vlechantcal: Ciuil:Eii i�tee�7rzg Cansultarits Remove labels that are not required as permanent labels. Clean transparent materials, including mirrors and window/door glass, to a polished condition, removing substances that are noticeable as -vision -obscuring materials. Replace broken glass and damaged transparent materials. Clean exposed exterior hard surfaced finishes to a dirt free condition, free of dust, stains, films, and similar noticeable distracting substances. Except as otherwise indicating, avoid disturbance of natural .weathering of exterior surfaces. Restore reflective surfaces to original reflective condition. Replace or repair any areas damaged during the progress of Work. WARRANTY At Project completion, the Contractor shall issue a warranty for, all items included in the Scope of Work throughout the Project for a, period of not less than 5 years against defective materials and/or workmanship of Contractor's Work. Contractor -will provide copies of warranties to the Owner at with the first request for payment along with executed and assembled documents from subcontractors, suppliers, and manufacturers. For items or Work delayed beyond date of Substantial Completion, the Contractor shall provide updated submittals within 10 days after acceptance, listing date of acceptance as start of warranty period. The warranty period shall not comment prior to Substantial Completion of the Work. Prior to final payment duplicate notarized warranties issued by the Contractor and principle material suppliers shall be issued to the Owner. Areas determined to the defective by the Engineer shall be fixed to the -satisfaction of the Engineer at the Contractor's sole expense. Contractor's expense will include all costs.for material, equipment, and labor as 'necessary to correct the defective Work. INCLUSION OF APPLICABLE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS: Specific product specifications regarding storage, preparation, application, and warranty for the materials called out in the above have been omitted herein for clarity. Such applicable specifications for -those products listed herein, or subsequently approved for use by the Engineer, including preparation procedures, inspection requirements as associated with warranty provision, Contractor qualifications and any other requirements specifically required by the producers of such are considered a part of this specification. Copies of such will be provided to the Building Officials or Owners upon request. 751-Northlake Boulevard, Suite.2C ♦ North Palm Beach, Florida 33408 Office{561) 844-4060 ♦ Facsimile (561) 844-1001 www.struc-engineers.com Ocean PearFCondonumum Page 23 of 23 STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING PROFESSIONALS, INC. --- Structural, Mechanical & Civil Engineering Consultants SECTION — 03515 POST -TENSION TENDON REPAIR PART 1 —GENERAL 1.01 DESCRIPTION OF THE WORK: A. The scope of work to be performed under the terms of this contract includes furnishing of all materials, labor, services, utilities, permit fees, supervision, tools and equipment, required or incidental to the demolition, repair and replacement of the post -tension. The work will include, but is not limited to, the following elements: 1. Saw -cut and removal of concrete for installation of a temporary lock -off, installation of s lock -off anchorage, removal and disposal of deteriorated tendons and anchorage, installation of a replacement tendon anchorage and splice chuck, and tendon re -stressing as identified by the Engineer. 1.02 RELATED SECTIONS: A. Division.00 B. Division 01 C. Section 03350 Concrete Repair 1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE: A. Contactor Qualifications: Company specializing in the repair of post -tension concrete with a minimum five (5) years' documented experience acceptable to the Engineer. SUBMITTALS A. Contractor shall submit to the Engineer for review end acceptance, samples, manufacturer's product information and manufacturers installation instructions for all materials specified B. Post Tension repair contractor's experience and repair project history. C. Stressing Logs and Records 751 Northlake Boulevard, Suite 2C ♦ North Palm Beach, Florida 33408 Office (561) 8444060 ♦ Facsimile (561) 844-1001 www.struc-engineers.com Ocean Pearl Condominium Page 2 of 5 STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING PROFESSIONALS INC. Strlictural, Mechanical & Civil Engineeritig Consultants PART 2 — PRODUCTS 2.01 PRE -STRESSING STEEL A. Strand- Strand used in post -tensioning tendons shall conform to ASTM A416, "Specifications for Uncoated Seven -Wire Stress -Relieved Strand for Prestressed Concrete". 2.02 TENDONS A. Tendons shall be Y2" diameter, 270K, low -relaxations seven wire strands. B. Anchorages - The anchorages shall develop at least 95 percent of the actual ultimate strength of the prestressing steel without exceeding anticipated set. C. Couplings - Coupling Shall develop at least 95 percent of the minimum specified ultimate strength of the prestressing steel without exceeding anticipated set. The couplings of tendons shall not reduce the elongation at rupture, below the requirements of the tendon itself. Couplings and/or components shall be enclosed in housing long enough to permit the necessary movements. All the coupling components shall be completely protected with a coating material prior to final encasement in concrete. D. Sheathing shall be connected to all stressing anchorages in a watertight fashion. 2.03 CORROSION PROTECTION SYSTEM A. Post tension anchors shall have a corrosion protection system as manufactured by General Technologies (formerly Varatech Industries) or an equivalent as accepted by the Engineer. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 GENERAL A. The tendons shall not be exposed to excessive temperatures, welding sparks or electric ground currents. 3.02 STRESSING ANCHORAGES A. Stressing anchorages shall be attached to the bulkhead forms by either bolts, nails, or threaded pocket former fittings. The connections shall be sufficiently rigid to avoid accidental loosening due to construction traffic or during concrete placement. Minimum concrete cover for the anchorage shall not be less than the minimum cover to the reinforcement at other locations in the structure. 751 Northlake Boulevard, Suite 2C ♦ North Palm Beach, Florida 33408 Office (561) 844-4060 ♦ Facsimile (561) 844-1001 www.struc-mgineers.com Ocean Pearl Condominium Page 3 of 5 eta J STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING PROFESSIONALS, INC. ��'y ,Structural, Mechanical & Civil Engineering Consultants B. Pocket formers used to provide a void form at stressing and intermediate stressing anchorages shall positively preclude intrusion of concrete or cement paste into the wedge cavity during concrete placement. The depth of the pocket former from the edge of the concrete to the face of the anchorage shall not be less than 2 inches. 3.03 SHEATHING INSPECTION A. Prior to concrete placement, sheathing installation shall be inspected and accepted by the Engineer. B. Damaged areas shall be repaired by restoring the corrosion preventive coating in the damaged area, and repairing the sheathing. Repairs of sheathing shall be watertight, and must be accepted by the engineer. C. Tape used to repair sheathing shall be adhesive moisture proof tape, spirally wrapped around the tendon to provide at least two layers of tape. 3.04 TENDON STRESSING A. Hydraulic stressing rams shall be equipped with stressing grippers which will not notch the strand more severely than normal anchoring wedges. B. Stressing Rams and gauges shall individually be identified and calibrated against known standards not longer than six months prior to stressing. Calibration certificates for each jack used shall be available upon request. C. Tendons shall be stressed to achieve 33,000 pounds pertendon. D. Elongation measurements shall be made at each stressing location to verify that the tendon force has been properly achieved. Measure elongations shall agree with calculated elongations within ± 5%. E. Stressing records shall be filled out during the tensioning operation, with the following data recorded as a minimum: - Tendon mark or identification. - Required elongation. - Gauge pressure to achieve required elongation. - Actual elongation achieved. - Actual gauge pressure. - Date of Stressing operation. - Signature of the stressing operator or inspector. - Serial or identification number of jacking equipment. Stressing records shall be provided to the Engineer. F. Elongation measurements for all tendon repairs shall be observed and accepted bythe Engineer. 751 Northlake Boulevard, Suite 2C ♦ North Palm Beach, Florida 33408 Office (561) 844-4060 ♦ Facsimile (561) 844-1001 www.struc-mgineers.com Ocean Pearl Condominium Page 4 of 5 ---- M STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING PROFESSIONALS, INC. _ Structural, Mechanical & Civil Engineering Consultants G. Engineer shall be notified a minimum of 24 hours prior to all observations. 3.05 TENDON FINISHING A. After acceptance of the elongations trim excess tendon length. Tendon length protruding beyond the wedges after cutting shall be between 0.79 and 1.25 inches. B. The tendon may be cut by means of either oxyacetylene cutting, abrasive wheel or hydraulic shears. In case of oxyacetylene cutting of the tendon, precaution shall be taken to avoiding directing the flame toward the wedges. C. Stressing pockets shall be filled with non shrink mortar as soon as practical after tendon stressing and cutting. D. Exposed, strand and wedge areas shall be coated with tendon coating material comparable to that used over the length of the tendon and a watertight cap shall be applied over the coated area. Prior to installing the pocket mortar, the inside concrete surfaces of the pocket shall be coated or sprayed with a resin bonding agent. 3.06 SHORING A. Contractor shall provide jacking, shoring and bracing to accomplish the Work and for all existing structural elements to remain until sit structural modifications have been completed and accepted for their intended use. Contractor shall submit shop drawing for jacking, shoring and bracing, signed and sealed by a professional engineer registered inthe State of Florida, forthe Engineer's approved priorto commencing Work. END OF SECTION 03515 751 Northlake Boulevard, Suite 2C ♦ North Palm Beach, Florida 33408 Office (561) 844-4060 ♦ Facsimile (561) 844-1001 www.struc-engineers.com Ocean Pearl Condominium Page 5 of 5