Exterior Grade Noise Barrier Quilted Curtains / Blankets

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Noise S.T.O.P. Soundproof Blankets

PART 1 GENERAL

1. SECTION INCLUDES
   1. Noise S.T.O.P. soundproof blankets.
2. REFERENCES
   1. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
      1. ASTM E84: Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials.
   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 blanket.
   3. Test Reports: Upon request, submit certified test reports to verify specified product performance.
4. QUALITY ASSURANCE
   1. Qualifications:
      1. Manufacturers: Provide acoustical blankets 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 blankets to perform as specified when tested in accordance with ASTM E84. Acoustical blanket surface burning performance should comply with the International Building Code and other local building code requirements.
5. DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
   1. Storage and Handling Requirements:
      1. Handle blankets carefully to avoid any damage.
      2. Store blankets indoors in a clean, cool, dry place, and out of direct sunlight.
      3. Store blankets 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. Do not install products under environmental conditions outside manufacturer’s recommended limits.
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. Soundproof Blanket information can be found on our website: www.acousticalsurfaces.com

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; DESCRIPTION
      1. Product: Noise S.T.O.P. soundproof blankets by Acoustical Surfaces, Inc.
      2. Product Options:
         1. Blanket Composition: Vinyl coated polyester facing on quilted fiberglass core and 1 lb. /sq.ft.
            mass loaded vinyl barrier
         2. Blanket Thickness: Nominal (1”) / (2”)
         3. Blanket Size: (54” width x custom length up to 25’)
         4. Facing Finish: (Gray) / (Black) / (Tan) / (White)
         5. Barrier Finish: (Gray) / (Black) / (Tan)
         6. Mounting Method: Grommeted
      3. Product Performance:
         1. Surface Burning Performance
            1. Fire Rating per ASTM E84: Class A

   PART 3 EXECUTION

   1. EXAMINATION
   2. Verification of Conditions: All wet work in the installation area must be complete, cured, and dry prior to installation.
   3. INSTALLATION
   4. Comply with manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations for installation of blankets and with industry standards.
   5. CLEANING
   6. Clean surfaces of blankets per manufacturer’s instructions or recommendations.
   7. Remove and replace damaged or discolored material and material that cannot be properly cleaned.

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