#70 Wire Loop Snow Guard Specification

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

    A. WORK INCLUDES

        1. #70 Wire Loop Snowguard that attaches directly to the roof deck.

        2. Coordinate with the installation of the roof to assure proper placement of the snow guards.

        3. Provide appropriate snowguard and fasteners for the roof system.

    B. RELATED SECTIONS

        1. Section 07600: Flashing and Sheet Metal.

        2. Section 07310: Shingles.

        3. Section 07320: Roofing Tiles.

        4. Division 7: Thermal and Moisture Protection.

1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

    A. COMPONENTS:

        1. Snowguard system consists of individual metal snow guards.

    B. DESIGN REQUIREMENTS:

        1. Spacing to be recommended by manufacturer or building engineer .

        2. Minimum 1 fastener per snowguard.

        3. It is important to design new structures or assess existing structures to make sure that they can withstand

retained snow loads.

1.3 SUBMITTAL - Submit manufacturer's specifications, standard detail drawings, recommended layout and installation instructions.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE - Installer to be experienced in the installation of specified roofing material and snow guards for

not less than 5 years in the area of the project.

1.5 DELIVERY / STORAGE / HANDLING - Inspect material upon delivery and order replacements for any missing or

defective items. Keep material dry, covered and off the ground until installed.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.2 MATERIALS

    A. Copper wire of .125-inche diameter or greater.

2.3 FINISH

    A. Mill finish.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

    A. Substrate: Inspect roof system to be properly attached and installed to withstand additional loading incurred.

Notify General Contractor of any deficiencies before installing snow guards.

3.2 INSTALLATION

    A. Comply with architectural drawings for location and with Manufacturer's instructions for installation.

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