Fiberglass Baffles - Sailcloth & Vinyl Encapsulated Acoustical Baffles

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Noise S.T.O.P.^TM Encapsulated Fiberglass Baffles

PART 1 GENERAL

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

PART 2 PRODUCTS

(Specifier Note: Red colored text below requires you to select an option before this specification can be completed. Options in red text are bound by parenthesis. Additional Noise S.T.O.P. Fiberglass Baffle 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
2. DESCRIPTION
   1. Product: Noise S.T.O.P.^TM encapsulated baffles by Acoustical Surfaces, Inc.
   2. Product Options:
      1. Baffle Composition: Encapsulated fiberglass baffle
      2. Baffle Density: (1.65lb pcf) / (3lb pcf)
      3. Baffle Thickness: (1”) / (2”)
      4. Baffle Size: (Nominal 2’ x 4’) / (Custom Size)
      5. Finish: (PVC Film) / (Sailcloth)
      6. Finish Color: (Choose from available colors on our website)
      7. Mounting Method: Grommeted
   3. Product Performance:
      1. Acoustical Performance
         1. Noise Reduction Coefficient (NRC) per ASTM C423