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Powers Fasteners Concrete Anchoring
 
         
SECTION 03151
 
         
CONCRETE ANCHORING
 
         
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Powers Fasteners: expansion, friction, compression, and adhesive anchors.
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This section is based on the products of Powers Fasteners, which is located at:
2 Powers Lane
Brewster, NY 10509
Toll Free Tel: 800-524-3244
Tel: 914-235-6300
Fax: 914-576-6483
Email: info@powers.com
Web: www.powers.com
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Powers Fasteners is one of the leading manufacturers of drilling and anchoring systems in North America. With four factories in the United States and more than 400 employees, Powers manufactures many of their anchoring systems. Originally founded as the Rawlplug Company in 1921, the company's namesake (a jute fiber anchor) quickly became the industry favorite for light to medium duty applications. Today, 80 years later, Powers is the leader of innovative solutions for anchoring and fastening problems with an expanded offering that includes high performance adhesive anchoring systems, matched tolerance carbide tipped drill bits, roofing fasteners, as well as powder actuated and gas powered fastening systems.
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This section covers part of Powers' line -- anchors suitable for fastening to concrete. Each authorized branch location has technical representatives and field engineers available to assist in the selection, proper demonstration, and field testing of Powers products.
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          PART 1GENERAL
 
          1.1SECTION INCLUDES
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete items below not required for project. If specific anchor types must be used in specific locations or applications, indicate which types on the drawings and coordinate with the names used for each type in this section.
 
          A.General purpose anchors for horizontal and vertical applications.
 
          B.Adhesive anchors and inserts.
 
          C.Suspended ceiling hanger anchors.
 
          D.Anchors for light duty horizontal applications where holding power is not critical.
 
          E.Deck inserts for threaded rods or bolts.
 
          1.2RELATED SECTIONS
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required.
 
          A.Section 03300 - Cast-in-Place Concrete: Concrete that anchors are to be installed in, and other types of cast in place inserts.
 
          B.Section 04810 - Unit Masonry Assemblies: Masonry that anchors are to be installed in.
 
          C.Section 05120 - Structural Steel: Steel members that anchors are to be installed in.
 
          D.Section 05310 - Steel Deck: Deck that deck inserts are to be installed in.
 
          E.Section 05400 - Cold Formed Metal Framing: Light gage metal framing to be fastened using anchors specified in this section.
 
          F.Section 05500 - Metal Fabrications: Miscellaneous steel members that anchors are to be installed in.
 
          G.Section 09260 - Gypsum Board Assemblies: Light gage metal framing to be fastened using anchors specified in this section.
 
          H.Section 09512 - Suspended Acoustical Ceilings: Ceilings to be hung using anchors specified in this section.
 
          I.Section 15060 - Hangers and Supports: Mechanical hangers and supports to be hung using anchors specified in this section.
 
          J.Section 16070 - Hangers and Supports: Electrical hangers and supports to be hung using anchors specified in this section.
 
          1.3REFERENCES
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete references from the list below that are not actually required by the text of the edited section.
 
          A.ASTM A 193/A 193M - Standard Specification for Alloy-Steel and Stainless Steel Bolting Materials for High-Temperature Service; 2001b.
 
          B.ASTM A 194/A 194M - Standard Specification for Carbon and Alloy Steel Nuts for Bolts for High-Pressure or High-Temperature Service, or Both; 2001a.
 
          C.ASTM A 307 - Standard Specification for Carbon Steel Bolts and Studs, 60 000 PSI Tensile Strength; 2000.
 
          D.ASTM A 563 - Standard Specification for Carbon and Alloy Steel Nuts; 2000.
 
          E.ASTM A 615/A 615M - Standard Specification for Deformed and Plain Billet-Steel Bars for Concrete Reinforcement; 2001b.
 
          F.ASTM B 633 - Standard Specification for Electrodeposited Coatings of Zinc on Iron and Steel; 1998.
 
          G.ASTM B 695 - Standard Specification for Coatings of Zinc Mechanically Deposited on Iron and Steel; 2000.
 
          H.ASTM C 881 - Standard Specification for Epoxy-Resin-Base Bonding Systems for Concrete; 1999.
 
          I.ASTM F 436 - Standard Specification for Hardened Steel Washers; 1993 (Reapproved 2000).
 
          J.ASTM F 593 - Standard Specification for Stainless Steel Bolts, Hex Cap Screws, and Studs; 2002.
 
          K.SAE J429 - Mechanical and Material Requirements for Externally Threaded Fasteners; Society of Automotive Engineers; 1999.
 
          1.4SUBMITTALS
 
          A.Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
 
          B.Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:
          1.Sizes, locations, and spacing.
          2.Installation methods.
 
          C.Engineering Design Data: For each structural application, provide data substantiating specified design requirements, signed by design engineer.
 
          1.5PROJECT CONDITIONS
 
          A.For adhesive anchors, maintain environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, and ventilation) within limits recommended by manufacturer for optimum results. Do not install under environmental conditions outside manufacturer's absolute limits.
 
          PART 2PRODUCTS
 
          2.1MANUFACTURERS
 
          A.Acceptable Manufacturer: Powers Fasteners, which is located at: 2 Powers Lane ; Brewster, NY 10509; Toll Free Tel: 800-524-3244; Tel: 914-235-6300; Fax: 914-576-6483; Email: info@powers.com; Web: www.powers.com
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs; coordinate with requirements of Division 1 section on product options and substitutions.
 
          B.Substitutions: Not permitted.
 
          C.Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01600.
 
          2.2MATERIALS
 
          A.Concrete Anchors - General: Select type and size to achieve required loading capacity using information provided by manufacturer.
          1.If required type is not indicated, select type appropriate to conditions and item being fastened.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Certain applications will require design by a licensed professional engineer, with loads, sizes, embedments and fastener spacing. Verify that the design responsibility has been assigned to the design engineer or Contractor.
          2.If required loading capacity is not indicated on the drawings, determine required loading capacity in accordance with accepted engineering principles and as required by applicable code.
          3.For structural applications, provide engineering design by professional engineer licensed in the State in which the project is located.
          4.Use recommended and appropriate safety factors and load reduction factors.
          5.For non-structural applications, space anchors as required to support the material being anchored without sagging or deformation.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following types of anchors are arranged in approximate ascending order of performance, assuming similar size and embedment depth. Delete any that would not be acceptable under appropriate conditions. If more than one anchor is acceptable, but one particular anchor is to be used in a certain application, substitute a description of the application for the words "Acceptable Product:" to indicate where it is to be used.
 
          B.Anchors for Horizontal Light Duty Applications Where Holding Power is Not Critical: Use one of the following:
          1.Acceptable Product: Bantam Plug or Fluted Plastic Anchor; injection molded plastic expansion sleeve for sheet metal and wood screws.
          2.Acceptable Product: Scru-Lead; tubular lead alloy with flange, for sheet metal and wood screws.
          3.Acceptable Product: Fiberplug; tubular shaped braided jute fiber screw anchor with antimonial lead lining, for sheet metal and wood screws.
          4.Acceptable Product: Hammer Drive Pins; 1/4 inch (6 mm) diameter knob head pin with 0.14 inch (3.5 mm) shank and 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) diameter washer as tool guide; heat treated carbon steel, plated in accordance with ASTM B 633, SC1, Type III.
          5.Acceptable Product: Calk-In; tool-set expansion type, pre-assembled antimonial lead alloy calking sleeve and Zamac alloy internally-threaded expander cone, into which machine bolt or screw is inserted and tightened.
          6.Acceptable Product: Lag Shield; Zamac alloy screw style anchor for lag bolts.
          7.Acceptable Product: Single; expansion type pre-assembled machine bolt anchor with Zamac alloy expansion shield and internally threaded expander cone.
          8.Acceptable Product: Double; dual expansion type pre-assembled machine bolt anchor with twin tubular sleeves bound together with high tension spring steel bands that contain two protruding wedge shaped cones; Zamac alloy.
          9.Acceptable Product: Nylon Nailin; driven type, pre-assembled nail drive anchor with nylon body.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following types.
          a.Mushroom head carbon steel nail plated in accordance with ASTM B 633, SC1, Type III.
          b.Flat head carbon steel nail plated in accordance with ASTM B 633, SC1, Type III.
          c.Round head carbon steel nail plated in accordance with ASTM B 633, SC1, Type III.
          d.Mushroom head Type 304 stainless steel nail.
          10.Acceptable Product: Zamac Nailin; driven type, pre-assembled nail drive anchor with Zamac alloy body.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following types.
          a.Mushroom head; carbon steel nail plated in accordance with ASTM B 633, SC1, Type III.
          b.Flat head; carbon steel nail plated in accordance with ASTM B 633, SC1, Type III.
          c.Mushroom head; Type 304 stainless steel nail.
 
          C.Deck Inserts: For installation through deck or forms prior to placement of concrete; different diameters color coded for threaded rods or bolts in sizes from 1/4 inch (6 mm) to 3/4 inch (19 mm) diameter; six-sided impact plate providing resistance to rotation; heat treated carbon steel insert plated in accordance with ASTM B 633.
          1.For Steel Deck: Bang-It; for installation in pre-drilled holes, with protective sleeve protruding below deck to prevent applied materials from clogging threads or hiding location.
          2.For Wood Forms: Wood-Knocker, color coded flange on surface of concrete after stripping. Prior to pouring concrete over the wood form, place the Wood-Knocker Concrete Insert (break-off nails down) on the surface of the wood form at the desired location. Strike the impact plate of the insert with a hand held hammer, until the plastic color-coded flange is flush with the wood surface.
 
          D.Suspended Ceiling Hanger Anchors: Tie-wire head; use one of the following:
          1.Acceptable Product: The Power-Stud; (formerly known as the Rawl-Stud), one piece, wedge type expansion anchor.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete anchor material not required.
          a.Mechanically galvanized carbon steel anchor body with stainless steel wedges.
          b.Stainless steel Type 304.
          c.Stainless steel Type 316.
          2.Acceptable Product: Drive; driven type, pre-expanded one-piece unit, heat treated carbon steel, plated in accordance with ASTM B 633, SC1, Type III.
          3.Acceptable Product: SPIKE; driven type, pre-expanded one-piece unit that develops compression forces at three different levels in bottom of anchor hole; carbon steel, Grade 8.2, plated in accordance with ASTM B 633, SC1, Type III.
          4.Acceptable Product: Lok-Bolt; torqued expansion type; pre-assembled sleeve style, with triple tined expansion sleeve; carbon steel plated in accordance with ASTM B 633, SC1, Type III.
 
          E.Vertical Rod Anchors: Rod hanger head internally threaded to accept steel threaded rod or threaded bolt; use one of the following:
          1.Acceptable Product: The Power-Stud; (formerly known as the Rawl-Stud), one piece, wedge type expansion anchor.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete anchor material not required.
          a.Mechanically galvanized carbon steel anchor body with stainless steel wedges.
          b.Stainless steel Type 304.
          c.Stainless steel Type 316.
          2.Acceptable Product: Rod Hanger Lok-Bolt; torqued expansion type; pre-assembled sleeve style, with triple tined expansion sleeve; carbon steel plated in accordance with ASTM B 633, SC1, Type III.
          3.Acceptable Product: Vertigo; hardened carbon steel plated in accordance with ASTM B 633, SC1, Type III.
          a.For Wood: Thread forming wood screw; either vertical or side mounting of rod/bolt.
          b.For Steel: Self-drilling, self-tapping screw; either vertical or side mounting of rod/bolt.
          c.For Concrete: Double lead threaded bolt with integral washer, to be installed in hole pre-drilled using matched tolerance bit; vertical mounting of rod/bolt.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one or both of the following two paragraphs.
 
          F.Capsule Adhesive Anchors: Combination capsule adhesive and hardware; Chem-Stud; chisel pointed threaded rod, reinforcing bar (by Contractor), or internally threaded insert, installed into pre-drilled anchor hole using rotary hammer drill, crushing glass capsule containing two part epoxy acrylate resin (vinyl ester) with quartz aggregate and hardening agent, forming adhesive mortar.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete provision not required.
          1.ASTM A307, carbon steel, chisel pointed threaded rod.
          2.ASTM A193, grade B7, chisel pointed threaded rod.
          3.Type 304 stainless steel, chisel pointed threaded rod.
          4.Carbon steel, internally threaded inserts.
 
          G.Capsule Adhesive Anchors: Combination capsule adhesive and hardware; Hammer-Capsule; threaded rod or reinforcing bar (by Contractor), driven into pre-drilled anchor hole, crushing glass capsule containing two part epoxy acrylate resin (vinyl ester) with quartz aggregate and hardening agent, forming adhesive mortar; not requiring spinning action or special tools to mix adhesive.
          1.Capsule shelf life of two years, minimum.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete two of the following three paragraphs, or delete all if not required to be provided by anchor manufacturer.
          2.Threaded Rod: ASTM A 307, carbon steel plated in accordance with ASTM B 633, SC1, with Type III clear chromate treatment.
          3.Threaded Rod: ASTM A 193 Grade B7, ASTM A 194 Grade 2H or ASTM A 563 Grade DH nuts, and ASTM F 436 washers; plated in accordance with ASTM B 633, SC1, with Type II yellow chromate treatment.
          4.Threaded Rod: Type 304 stainless steel, passivated.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following adhesive is for anchoring bolts, bars, etc., into drilled holes. Delete if not required.
 
          H.Injection Adhesive: Type recommended by manufacturer for application and use, rated for loadings and anchored items required.
          1.Acceptable Product: AC100 PLUS; two component, all weather, high performance, zero VOC, epoxy acrylate, complying with descriptive requirements of ASTM C 881, Type IV, Grade 3, Classes A, B, and C, except for gel time; mixed and dispensed through motionless, static mixing nozzle and dispensing tool; shelf life of 18 months, minimum.
          2.Acceptable Product: Power-Fast Plus; two component, structural grade, odorless amine based epoxy resin, complying with ASTM C 881, Types I, II, IV, and V, Grade 3, Classes B and C; mixed and dispensed through motionless static mixing nozzle; shelf life of two years, minimum, NSF 61 approved.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following items are used with the injection adhesive above. Delete if not required.
 
          I.Anchors and Inserts for Drilled Anchor Holes with Injection Adhesive:
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete two of the following three paragraphs.
          1.Threaded Rod: ASTM A 307, carbon steel plated in accordance with ASTM B 633, SC1, with Type III clear chromate treated.
          2.Threaded Rod: ASTM A 193 Grade B7, ASTM A 194 Grade 2H or ASTM A 563 Grade DH nuts, and ASTM F 436 washers; plated in accordance with ASTM B 633, SC1, with Type II yellow chromate treatment.
          3.Threaded Rod: Type 304 stainless steel, passivated.
          4.Reinforcing Bars: ASTM A 615/A 615M, Grade 60.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Some of the following types of anchors have significantly improved shear strength compared to others. Delete any that would not be acceptable under appropriate conditions. If more than one anchor is acceptable, but one particular anchor is to be used in a certain application, substitute a description of the application for the words "Acceptable Product:" to indicate where it is to be used.
 
          J.General Purpose Anchors: Use one of the following:
          1.Acceptable Product: Wedge-Bolt; one piece screw anchor with finished hex head with integral washer, double lead thread, chamfered tip, ratchet teeth on underside of head to be installed in hole pre-drilled using matched tolerance bit; head stamped with diameter and length.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following types.
          a.Carbon Steel Wedge-Bolt installed with Wedge-Bit. Plated in accordance with ASTM B 633, SC1, Type III.
          b.Carbon Steel Wedge-Bolt installed with ANSI Drill Bit. Plated in accordance with ASTM B 633, SC1, Type III.
          c.Type 410 Stainless Steel Wedge-Bolt installed with Wedge-Bit.
          2.Acceptable Product: Power-Bolt; torque-controlled, self-undercutting type; pre-assembled heavy duty sleeve style, with internal bolt, nylon compression ring, expansion cone with oversized annular ring that expands to undercut the base material.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following types.
          a.Hex head, Grade 5 carbon steel, plated in accordance with ASTM B 633, SC1, Type III.
          b.Flat head, Grade 5 carbon steel, plated in accordance with ASTM B 633, SC1, Type III.
          c.Type 303 or 304 stainless steel, ASTM F 593 hex head.
          3.Acceptable Product: Power-Stud; torque-controlled, wedge type; one piece body with expansion mechanism consisting of two interlocking independent wedges; head marked with length code; for installation by driving into same diameter hole and expanding by turning nut.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following types.
          a.Carbon steel anchor body and wedges, plated in accordance with ASTM B 633, SC1, Type III.
          b.Mechanically galvanized carbon steel anchor body with stainless steel wedges.
          c.Type 304 stainless steel anchor body and wedges.
          d.Type 316 stainless steel anchor body and wedges.
          4.Acceptable Product: Lok-Bolt; torque-controlled, expansion type; pre-assembled sleeve style, with nylon compression ring and triple tined expansion sleeve.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
          a.Carbon steel plated in accordance with ASTM B 633, SC1, Type III.
          b.Stainless steel.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following types.
          c.Head: Hex nut.
          d.Head: Acorn nut.
          e.Head: Round head.
          f.Head: Flat head.
          5.Acceptable Product: Set-Bolt; driven deformation type, one piece stud style anchor with bottom-bearing external expansion plug; carbon steel plated in accordance with ASTM B 633, SC1, Type III; attached fixture secured with nut and washer on exposed screw threads.
          6.Acceptable Product: SPIKE; driven deformation type, pre-expanded one-piece unit that develops compression forces at three different levels in bottom of anchor hole.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete product not required.
          a.Carbon Steel, Mushroom Head.
          b.Carbon Steel, Flat Head.
          c.Type 316 Stainless Steel, Mushroom Head.
          d.Carbon Steel Pipe Spike.
          e.Carbon Steel Tie Wire.
          7.Acceptable Product: Drive; driven deformation type, pre-expanded one-piece unit, heat treated carbon steel, plated in accordance with ASTM B 633, SC1, Type III.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
          a.Head: Round (tamperproof).
          b.Head: Flat (tamperproof).
          8.Acceptable Product: Zamac HAMMER-SCREW; driven deformation type, pre-assembled nail drive anchor with mushroom style head and Zamac alloy body; Phillips screw head for removal.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following types.
          a.Carbon steel screw plated in accordance with ASTM B 633, SC1, Type III.
          b.Type 304 stainless steel screw.
          9.Acceptable Product: Zamac NAILIN; driven deformation type, pre-assembled nail drive anchor with Zamac alloy body.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following types.
          a.Zinc alloy, mushroom head, carbon steel drive pin.
          b.Zinc alloy, flat head, carbon steel drive pin.
          c.Zinc alloy, mushroom head, stainless steel drive pin.
          10.Acceptable Product: Nylon NAILIN; driven deformation type, pre-assembled nail drive anchor with nylon body.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following types.
          a.Nylon, round head, carbon steel drive pin.
          b.Nylon, flat head, carbon steel drive pin.
          c.Nylon, mushroom head, carbon steel drive pin.
          d.Nylon, mushroom head, stainless steel drive pin.
          11.Acceptable Product: TAPPER; one-piece screw anchor.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following types.
          a.Carbon steel with white Perma-Seal fluoropolymer coating.
          b.Carbon steel with blue Perma-Seal fluoropolymer coating.
          c.Carbon steel with silver Perma-Seal fluoropolymer coating.
          d.Carbon steel with bronze Perma-Seal fluoropolymer coating.
          e.Type 304 stainless steel.
          f.Type 410 stainless steel.
          g.Carbon steel. Zinc plated
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
          h.Head: Hex washer.
          i.Head: Flat Phillips.
          12.Acceptable Product: Hollow-Set Dropin; tool-set expansion type, pre-assembled tapered slotted expansion sleeve of Zamac alloy with threaded steel expansion cone, into which machine bolt is inserted and tightened.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
          a.Expansion Cone: Plated in accordance with ASTM B 633, SC1, Type III.
          b.Expansion Cone: Type 304 stainless steel.
          13.Acceptable Product: Steel Dropin; tool-set expansion type, pre-assembled shell style with internal expansion plug, into which machine bolt is inserted and tightened.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following types.
          a.Carbon steel, smooth wall
          b.Carbon steel, flange (lipped).
          c.Carbon steel, coil thread.
          d.Type 303 stainless steel, smooth wall.
          e.Type 316 stainless steel, smooth wall.
          14.Acceptable Product: Mini Dropin; tool-set expansion type, pre-assembled shell style with internal expansion plug, into which machine bolt is inserted and tightened; embedment of 3/4 inch (19 mm) maximum; carbon steel plated in accordance with ASTM B 633, SC1, Type III. Sizes as required for application.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete sizes not required.
          a.Size: 1/4 inch (6 mm).
          b.Size: 3/8 inch (9.5 mm).
          c.Size: 1/2 inch (12 mm).
          d.As required.
          15.Acceptable Product: Powder actuated drive pins and threaded studs, with guide washers or flutes; for standard low-velocity installation tools.
 
          PART 3EXECUTION
 
          3.1EXAMINATION
 
          A.Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly prepared.
 
          B.If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.
 
          3.2PREPARATION
 
          A.Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation.
 
          B.Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the best result for the substrate under the project conditions.
 
          3.3INSTALLATION
 
          A.Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and recommendations and as required by applicable code.
 
          B.Apply anchor items neatly, with anchor mounted plumb and level unless otherwise indicated.
 
          3.4FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
 
          A.The Architect/Engineer reserves the right to require the anchor manufacturer's representative to demonstrate proper installation procedures for post-installed anchors and to observe Contractor's installation procedures, at no extra cost to Owner.
 
          B.The Architect/Engineer reserves the right to require pullout or shear tests to determine adequacy of anchors, at no extra cost to Owner.
 
         
END OF SECTION