SECTION 10 56 10

	ALUMINUM STORAGE SHELVING SYSTEM

*****  For over 30 years Rangine Corporation has provided the construction industry with high quality, functional, and distinctive shelving systems, counter support brackets, a handrail system, and other and architectural specialties.  This guide specification section can be used to incorporate Rangine Corporation's Rakks Storage System into a competitively bid construction project.  This contemporary designed system provides infinite shelf adjustability without slots or visible hardware and includes both wall mounted and pole mounted applications.  This unique system consists of the following fully compatible parts which can be easily configured to meet a very wide range of shelving and display applications.  Refer to Rangine product literature for illustrations and descriptions of the following models.

	Wall mounted standards:  Model Numbers SC, SM, SE, SG, SD, and SQ2.

	Pole supports:  Model Numbers PL, PC2, PC4, PS4, and PD6.

	Shelf support brackets:  Rakks Style, Universal Style, T-Style, T-Style Laboratory Bracket, Aria Style, Tray Brackets, Floating Display Brackets, and Desk Brackets.

	Extruded aluminum shelves:  Model Numbers SA-04, SA-06, and SAF-06.

This guide can be used to prepare a section for specifying a complete Rakks Storage Shelving System.  For some building projects the various Rakks products could be used as components for casework, countertops, work surfaces, displays, and other custom designed fabrications.  For these applications a specifier would not necessarily prepare a separate section for a Rakks product.  Instead the requirements for brackets, standards, and other components would be placed in another section such as the following:

	Section 05 50 00 - Metal Fabrications
	Section 06 40 00 - Architectural Woodwork
	Section 06 41 00 - Architectural Wood Casework
	Section 10 56 33 - Mercantile Storage Assemblies
	Section 10 12 00 - Display Cases
	Section 11 21 10 - Mercantile Display System
	Section 12 35 00 - Specialty Casework
	Section 12 59 59 - Display Casework  

When inserted in a broader specification section such as those listed above, the various paragraphs of this guide will need to be inserted in the appropriate locations in either Part 1, 2, or 3 of the section requiring Rakks Shelving components.

This specification section is organized by placing information in three standard parts:

	PART 1 - GENERAL		Describes administrative and procedural requirements.

	PART 2 - PRODUCTS		Describes materials, products, and accessories to be incorporated into the construction project.

	PART 3 - EXECUTION		Describes how the products will be installed at the construction site.

Throughout this product guide specification, references are made to other specification sections that might be contained in the project manual.  These references are presented as examples and coordination reminders.  Specification section numbers and titles are based on the 2004 MasterFormat published by the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) and Construction Specifications Canada (CSC). For each project, these references will need to be revised to reflect actual sections being used.

Within the specification text, Imperial dimensions are presented first in brackets followed by System International Metric (SI) equivalents also in brackets.  Depending on project requirements, either the Imperial or the SI metric equivalents will need to be deleted.

The specifier will need to edit this product specification for a specific project to reflect the options and applications being used.  The guide section has been written so that most editing can be accomplished by deleting unnecessary requirements and options.  Depending on project requirements, some additional information will need to be added by the specifier.  Options are indicated by  [   ].  Notes to assist the specifier in selecting options and editing the specification guide are printed in bold and indicated with  *****.  For final editing, all brackets and notes will need to be deleted from the guide. 

Other products manufactured by Rangine Corporation can be specified using the following specification guides:

	Section 10 59 10 - Aluminum Support Brackets
	Section 05 52 10 - Aluminum and Wood Railings 

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PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1	SUMMARY

*****  Edit the following paragraph to reflect project conditions.  *****

		A.	Section includes:  Modular, adjustable storage system consisting of compatible aluminum parts including [wall mounted standards] [pole supports] [shelf support brackets] [extruded aluminum shelves] plus accessories required for a complete, functional storage system.

		B.	Related sections:

*****  List other specification sections dealing with work directly related to this section such as the following.  *****

			1.	Section [06 40 00 - Architectural Woodwork]  [06 41 00 - Architectural Wood Casework]  [12 35 00 - Specialty Casework]:  Cabinets to be integrated with pole supports specified in this Section.

			2.	Section 09 21 16 - Gypsum Board Assemblies:  Blocking installed in stud partitions for support and anchorage of storage system components.

1.2	REFERENCES

*****  List by number and full title reference standards referred to in remainder of specification section.  Delete non-applicable references.  *****

		A.	American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA):

			1.	AAMA 605.2 - Voluntary Specification for High Performance Organic Coatings on Architectural Extrusions and Panels.

			2.	AAMA 606.1 - Voluntary Guide Specification and Inspection Methods for Integral Color Anodic Finishes for Architectural Aluminum.

			3.	AAMA 607.1 - Voluntary Guide Specification and Inspection Methods for Clear Anodic Finishes for Architectural Aluminum.

		B.	American Society for Testing and Materials:  ASTM B221 - Aluminum‑Alloy Extruded Bar, Rod, Wire, Shape, and Tube.

1.3	SUBMITTALS

		A.	Provide in accordance with Section 01 33 00 - Submittal Procedures:

			1.	Product data for storage system components.

			2.	Shop drawings indicating dimensions, layout of system, and installation details.

			3.	Samples:

				a.	[12 inches] [305 mm] minimum length of [wall mounted standard] [pole support].

				b.	One each style shelf support bracket.

				c.	Finishes.

			4.	Installation instructions.

1.4	QUALITY ASSURANCE

		A.	Manufacturer qualifications:  Firm specializing in designing, patenting, and fabricating unique aluminum storage systems, support brackets, handrails, and other architectural specialties with 10 years minimum successful experience.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1	ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURERS

		A.	Rangine Corporation, 330 Reservoir Street, Needham, Massachusetts 02494; 800-826-6006; www.rakks.com.

*****  Since Rakks products manufactured by Rangine Corporation have distinctive, unique properties and aesthetic qualities, the design professional may not want to accept requests to use products of other manufacturers.  Include the following paragraph if substitution requests will not be considered.  ***** 

		B.	No substitutions allowed.

*****  Include the following paragraph if substitution requests will be considered.  *****

		C.	Requests to use equivalent products of other manufacturers shall be submitted in accordance with Section 01 25 13 - Product Substitution Procedures.

2.2	STORAGE SHELVING SYSTEM

		A.	Provide complete shelving system as detailed on Drawings consisting of modular components that can be field assembled using simple hand tools.  System shall provide:

			1.	Fully compatible components allowing integration into total system.

			2.	Total shelf adjustability without slots or visible hardware.

			3.	Capability to expand.

			4.	Capability for disassembly, relocation, and reconfiguration.

		B.	Material:  Fabricate components from extruded aluminum sections complying with ASTM B221, 6063-T5 alloy and temper.

*****  Rakks Wall Standards and other components are typically installed with No. 6 Phillips flat head zinc plated steel screws with either black or white finish to match standards.  Standard length is 1-1/4 inches (32 mm).  2 inches (51 mm) long fasteners are optional.  For special non-ferrous conditions, stainless steel or brass fasteners can be provided.

		C.	Fasteners:  Provide [type and size as recommended by manufacturer for specific applications.] [No. 6 Phillips flat head plated steel screws [[1-1/4] [2] inches] [[32] [51] mm] long.]  Exposed to view fasteners shall have [black] [white] finish to match standards and other components.

*****  Unless otherwise indicated in Rangine product literature, Rakks Storage Shelving aluminum components can be provided with either clear or black anodized finish or white powder paint coating.  Aluminum mill finish and custom anodized color coatings and powder paint coatings with custom colors are available as options.  Contact Rangine Corporation for information on custom colors.  *****

		D.	Factory applied finishes:  Exposed aluminum surfaces shall be free of scratches and other serious blemishes and be factory finished with [aluminum mill finish.] [clear anodized coating complying with AAMA 607.1 - MM10C22A31.]  [black anodized coating complying with AAMA 606.1 - MM10C22A44.] [custom anodized coating with color selected by Architect and complying with AAMA 606.1 - MM10C22A44.] [electrostatically applied, [white] [custom color selected by Architect], powder paint coating complying with AAMA 605.2.]

*****  The front ends of shelf brackets with a clear anodized finish are buffed in lieu of an anodized finish.  Include the following paragraph if a clear anodized finish is being specified for the aluminum shelving system.  ***** 

			1.	Front edges of shelf brackets with a clear anodized finish shall be buffed.

2.3	WALL STANDARDS

*****  Rakks Wall Standards can either be surface mounted or recessed.  *****

		A.	Type:  Channel type, extruded aluminum standard to be [surface] [recessed] mounted on walls and designed to hold shelf support brackets inserted into channel ends or access slots and slid to desired position; Rakks Wall Standards as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

		B.	Profiles:  

*****  Rangine Corporation manufactures 6 models of wall standards.  All accept Rakks Shelf Support Brackets.  Select required models from the following paragraphs.  *****

			1.	Basic channel:  [0.700 inch wide by 0.535 inch deep] [18 mm wide by 14 mm deep] channel with projecting lips to retain shelf brackets, and designed for either surface or recessed mounting; Model SC-Standard as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

			2.	Decorative profile:  Surface mounted, M-shaped channel, [1.750 inches wide by 0.535 inch deep] [44 mm wide by 18 mm deep], with flared sides and projecting lips to retain shelf brackets; Model No. SM-Standard as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

			3.	Recessed profile:  [1 inch wide by 0.625 inch deep] [25 mm wide by 16 mm deep] channel with projecting lips to retain shelf support brackets and flanges to overlap [5/8 inch] [16 mm] thick gypsum board when recessed mounted in gypsum board partition; Model No. SE-Standard as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

			4.	Recessed glass application:  [1.250 inches wide by 0.535 inch deep] [32 mm wide by 18 mm deep] channel with projecting lips to retain shelf support bracket and flared sides designed for recessed application between two [1/4 inch] [6 mm] thick glass, mirror, or wood panels; Model No. SG-Standard as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

			5.	Double channel:  Surface mounted, [1.75 inches wide by 0.535 inch deep] extrusion with two channels with projecting lips to retain adjacent shelf support brackets at either continuous or staggered shelf configurations; Model No. SD-Standard as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

*****  Rakks SQ2-Standard is designed for load capacities 25 percent greater than capacities of other standards.  Rakks BR and TB Brackets are to be used with this standard.  ***** 

			6.	Heavy duty decorative profile:  Surface mounted, heavy duty, channel with quarter round flanges, [1.625 inches wide by 0.625 inch deep] [41 mm wide by 16 mm deep], and designed to retain shelf brackets and support heavy loads; Model No. SQ2-Standard as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

*****  Rakks Wall Standards can be provided in various lengths to 12 feet (3.7 m) maximum.  *****

		C.	Length:  [Provide standards in quantities and lengths scheduled.]  [[12 feet] [3.7 m] maximum lengths.]  [[_____] [inches] [mm] lengths.]

*****  When Rakks Wall Standards are recessed or channel ends are not accessible, access slots can be provided such that shelf support brackets can be inserted in channels from the front face.  Slots are typically located 2 inches (51 mm) from bottom of standard.  *****

		D.	Access slots:  Provide standards with slots in channels for insertion and removal of shelf support brackets.  Slots shall be sized for type of bracket being provided. 

*****  Snap-in channel covers can be provided in two finishes.  Include the following paragraph if optional covers are required.  *****

		E.	Channel covers:  Provide wall standards with PVC, snap-in channel covers with [black] [translucent] finish in [96 inches] [2438 mm] lengths; Model No. CC-096 as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

2.4	POLE SUPPORTS

*****  Rakks Pole Supports are designed with channels to accept shelf support brackets at any location on the pole.  Poles can also be used to help support cabinets, hinged doors, decorative and divider panels, light fixtures, and other components.  Contact Rangine Corporation for assistance in special applications of support poles.  *****

		A.	Type:  Extruded aluminum poles with channels for supporting shelf support brackets [cabinets] [doors] [panels] [_____]; Rakks Pole Supports as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

		B.	Mounting method:  Provide poles with required components for the following mounting methods:

*****  There are seven methods for using and anchoring Rakks Support Poles to accommodate different loading configurations and applications.  Specific pole profiles are required for each mounting method.  Not all poles can be used for all mounting methods.  Appropriate poles for each mounting method are as follows:

		Type A - Compression spring:  Pole No. PL.

		Type B - Threaded compression mounts:  Pole Nos. PC2, PC4, and PD6.

		Type C - Back wall supporting ties:  Pole Nos. PL, PC2, PC4, PS4, and PD6.

		Type D - Integrated casework supports:  Pole Nos. PS4 and PD6.

		Type E - Floor-to-ceiling anchor brackets:  Pole Nos. PL, PC2, PC4, PS4, and PD6.

		Type F - L-bracket tied to supporting wall with mitered tie-pole:  Pole Nos. PL and PC2.

		Type G - Mitered tie-pole:  Pole Nos. PL, PC2, PC4, PS4, and PD6.

Select required mounting methods from the following paragraphs and coordinate with pole profiles being specified in Paragraph 2.4.C.  *****

			1.	Compression spring:  Equip floor to ceiling poles with compression spring, sleeve, and top cap for supporting rear facing shelving and other loads braced against wall; Type A as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

			2.	Threaded compression mounts:  Equip floor to ceiling poles with threaded, non-skid, non-marking mounts at top and bottom that can be tightened to provide compression installation; Type B as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.  Mounts shall contain two holes for additional fastening into floor or ceilings and to accommodate unbalanced loading.

			3.	Back wall supporting ties:  Equip poles with [flat tie bracket] [non-mitered tie-pole and anchor brackets] to connect top of pole to supporting wall in lieu of ceiling support; Type C as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

			4.	Casework supports:  Integrate pole into casework and extend above counter top [48 inches] [1219 mm] maximum; Type D as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

			5.	Anchor brackets:  Provide L-shaped brackets with pre-drilled holes to anchor pole to floor and ceiling;  Type E as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.  Brackets shall slide into pole channels and be secured with screws.

			6.	L-bracket with mitered tie-pole:  Provide two-piece, mitered bracket assembly with pre-drilled holes to anchor pole to wall and to connect adjacent poles;  Type F as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.  Brackets shall slide into pole channels and be secured to wall with screws.

			7.	Mitered tie-pole bracket:  Provide mitered tie-pole brackets to anchor pole to wall;  Type G as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.  Brackets shall slide into pole channels and be secured to wall with screws.

*****  Rangine Corporation manufacturers five extruded aluminum support poles that can be installed with the mounting methods listed above.  *****

		C.	Profiles:  Extruded aluminum pole supports shall contain two or more channels with projecting lips designed to hold shelf support brackets inserted into channel ends or access slots and slid into desired position.

			1.	Wall storage pole used in conjunction with supporting wall; Model No. PL as manufactured by Rangine Corporation:  [1 inch wide by 1-1/2 inches deep] [25 mm wide by 38 mm deep] with front and back channels to accept shelf brackets and side channels that can accept screws for mounting cabinets.

			2.	Threaded compression, square support pole; Model No. PC4 as manufactured by Rangine Corporation:  [1-1/2 inches] [38 mm] square pole with channels on four sides to accept shelf support brackets or panels and designed to be installed with or without supporting wall.

			3.	Threaded compression, square support pole; Model No. PC2 as manufactured by Rangine Corporation:  [1-1/2 inches] [38 mm] square pole with channels front and back to accept shelf support brackets and threaded side channels that can accept screws for mounting L-brackets and cabinets to be installed with or without supporting wall.

			4.	Single, rectangular support pole; Model No. PS4 as manufactured by Rangine Corporation:  [1 by 2 inches] [25 by 51 mm] rectangular pole with channels on four sides to receive shelf support brackets or panels and designed to be installed through counter top or floor to ceiling applications.

			5.	Double channel support pole; Model No. PD6 as manufactured by Rangine Corporation:  [2 inches] [51 mm] square pole with double channels on front and back to receive adjacent shelf support brackets at either continuous or staggered shelf configurations and two side channels for shelf support brackets or panels. 

*****  Rakks Pole Supports can be provided in various lengths.  Model No. PL can be provided up to 11 feet (3.4 m) with a 24 inches (610 mm) extension.  Model PD6 can be provided up to 16 feet (4.9 m).  All other pole models are provided in lengths up to 12 feet (3.7 m) long.  *****

		D.	Length:  Provide support poles in quantities and lengths as scheduled.

*****  Spline connectors can be used to connect two pole sections where floor to ceiling heights exceed standard pole lengths.  Two splines are required for each connection.  Include the following paragraph if spline connectors are required.  *****

		E.	Spline connectors:  Provide [4 inches] [102 mm] long aluminum splines to insert into channels of connecting poles.  Secure splines with set screws.

*****  Rakks Pole Supports are typically provided with slots such that shelf support brackets can be inserted in pole channels front the front face.  *****

		F.	Access slots:  Provide poles with slots in channels for insertion and removal of shelf support brackets.  Slots shall be sized for type of bracket being provided. 

*****  Rakks Threaded Inserts can be used to facilitate the installation of cabinets and other components with screws.  *****

		G.	Threaded inserts:  Where indicated on Drawings or required for screw attachment of cabinets and other components, provide threaded inserts designed to accept   1/4-20 screws.  Inserts shall slide into pole channel and be secured with set screw.

*****  Snap-in channel covers can be provided in two finishes.  Include the following paragraph if optional covers are required.  *****

		H.	Channel covers:  Provide support poles with PVC, snap-in channel covers with [black] [translucent] finish in [96 inches] [2438 mm] length; Model No. CC-096 as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

*****  Door hinges can be attached to poles and support 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick glass or 3/4 inch (19 mm) thick wood doors up to 18 inches (457 mm) wide.  Include the following paragraph for this option.  *****

		I.	Door hinges:  Where indicated on Drawings or scheduled, provide polished aluminum door hinges for attachment to support poles.

*****  Items such as light fixtures, power strips, and panels can be anchored to support poles with channel nut plates.  Include the following paragraph for this option.  ***** 

		J.	Channel nut plates:  Where indicated on Drawings or scheduled, provide channel nut plates to install on poles and provide means for attachment of light fixtures, power strips, panels, and other accessory items.

			1.	Plates installed and removed from pole front:  [1/4 by 1-1/4 inches] [6 by 32 mm] plate; Model No. NP-0832 as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

			2.	Extra secure plates installed into end of pole or through access slot:  [1/2 by 1 inch] [13 by 25 mm] plate; Model No. NP-0420 as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

*****  PS4 and PD6 pole supports can be installed through counter tops using circular grommets with square and rectangular holes to fit poles.  Include the following paragraph for this application.  *****

		K.	Grommets:  Provide circular delrin grommets to epoxy into counter tops to receive casework mounted pole supports:

			1.	For single rectangular support pole:  [2-1/2 inches] [64 mm] diameter grommet.

			2.	For double channel square pole:  [3-1/2 inches] [89 mm] diameter grommet.

*****  For corner conditions, a screw applied channel can be installed on Models No. PL and PC2 poles.  Include the following paragraph if corner adapters are required.  *****

		L.	Pole corner adapters:  Where scheduled or indicated on Drawings, provide screw applied channel extrusion installed in side recess of support pole to accommodate corner condition.

*****  Include the following paragraph to specify Rakks Lamp Brackets.  *****

		M.	Lamp brackets:  Where scheduled or indicated on Drawings, provide lamp bracket with hole to receive [1/2 inch] [13 mm] diameter shaft of drafting lamp.  Bracket shall slide in pole channel and be secured with set screw.

2.5	SHELF SUPPORT BRACKETS

		A.	Type:  Fabricated from aluminum and designed to slide into support channels, be positioned at any height, and securely locked into place; Rakks Shelf Support Brackets as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.  Brackets that fit into slots, require exposed fasteners or hardware, or can only be positioned at set increments are not acceptable.

*****  Rakks Shelf Support Brackets and provided in three styles and various sizes to accommodate varying shelf widths and load capacities.  Refer to Rangine Corporation product literature for available sizes, load capacities, dimensions, and model numbers.  Insert appropriate information in the following paragraphs.  *****

*****  Edit and include the following paragraphs to specify Rakks Style Brackets which are available in varying nominal lengths of 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, and 24 inches (102, 152, 203, 254, 305, 356, 406, 457, and 610 mm).  Typically the shelf will extend beyond the end of the support approximately 3/4 inch (19 mm).  For example when inserted into a standard or pole, an 8 inches (203 mm) nominal length bracket (Model No. BR-008) has a useable length of 7-1/4 inches (184 mm) and can support an 8 inches (203 mm) wide shelf which overhangs the bracket by 3/4 inch (19 mm).  Rakks Style Brackets are provided in 1-1/4 and 2 inches (32 and 51 mm) depths to accommodate different bracket load capacities up to 100 pounds (45 kg).  *****

		B.	Rectangular bracket:  

			1.	Fabricated from [1/4 inch] [4 mm] thick extruded aluminum bar with steel pin to retain and hold bracket in support channel; Rakks Style Bracket as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.  Provide the following sizes:

*****  Several sizes and load capacities of Rakks Style Brackets may be required for a single project.  The following three paragraph are formats that can be used to specify different types of bracket.  Complete one or more of the following paragraphs to describe the different types of Rakks Style Brackets required for project.  Refer to Rangine product literature for model numbers and dimensions.  ***** 

				a.	Bracket Model No. [_____] as manufactured by Rangine Corporation:  [[1-1/4] [2] inches] [[32] [51] mm] deep by length to accommodate [_____] [inches] [mm] wide shelf and [_____] [pounds] [kg] load capacity.

				b.	Bracket Model No. [_____] as manufactured by Rangine Corporation:  [[1-1/4] [2] inches] [[32] [51] mm] deep by length to accommodate [_____] [inches] [mm] wide shelf and [_____] [pounds] [kg] load capacity.

				c.	Bracket Model No. [_____] as manufactured by Rangine Corporation:  [[1-1/4] [2] inches] [[32] [51] mm] deep by length to accommodate [_____] [inches] [mm] wide shelf and [_____] [pounds] [kg] load capacity.

*****  2 inches (51 mm) deep Rakks Style Brackets can be provided with a notch to hold hanger bars which are available lengths up to 12 feet (3.7 m).  Notched brackets and hanger bars are typically used for clothing merchandising.  Include the following paragraphs for optional notched brackets to receive hanger bars.  ***** 

			2.	Notched rectangular bracket:  [1/4 inch] [6 mm] thick rectangular aluminum bracket [2 inches] [51 mm] deep by [_____] [inches] [mm] long with notch to receive hanger bar; Rakks Style Notched Bracket as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

*****  Rangine Corporation provides two types of hanger bar.  One is a flat solid bar provided in lengths up to 144 inches (3658 mm).  The other type is a J-shaped bar providing extra stiffness for wide spans and heavy clothing.  *****

			3.	Rectangular hanger bar:  [1/4 inch] [6 mm] thick by [1-1/2 inches] [38 mm] high by [_____] [inches] [mm] long flat rectangular aluminum bar to be supported by pair of notched brackets;  Rakks Hangbar as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

			4.	J-shaped hanger bar:  Extra stiff, J-shaped hanger bar [3/4 inch] [19 mm] thick by [1-1/2 inches] [38 mm] high by [_____] [inches] [mm] long to be supported by pair of notched brackets;  Rakks J-Hangbar as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

*****  Any Rakks Style Bracket can be modified to mount at a specified angle of slant.  Typical use is to support a sloped shelf for literature and magazine display.  Include the following paragraph if slanted Rakks Style Brackets are required.  *****

			5.	Slanted rectangular bracket:  Aluminum bracket cut to mount at [_____] degrees slant from vertical; Slanted Rakks Style Bracket.  Bracket shall be [[1-1/4] [2] inches] [[32] [51] mm] deep by length to accommodate [_____] [inches] [mm] shelf and [_____] [pounds] [kg] load capacity.  Equip bracket with retaining pin at bottom to hold sloped shelf in place.

*****  Any Rakks Style Bracket can be modified to mount at a specified angle and equipped with pins at a specified spacing for hanging clothing or other merchandising items.  Include the following paragraph to specify Rakks Waterfall Bracket.  *****  

			6.	Waterfall rectangular bracket:  Aluminum bracket cut to mount at [_____] degrees slant from vertical and equipped with pins spaced at [_____] [inches] [mm] for hanging merchandise; Waterfall Rakks Style Bracket as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.  Bracket shall be [[1-1/4] [2] inches] [[32] [51] mm] deep by length to accommodate [_____] [inches] [mm] shelf and [_____] [pounds] [kg] load capacity.

*****  Rakks T-Style Laboratory Bracket is a tapered, heavy duty aluminum bracket that can be used in conjunction with other Rakks Style Brackets.  These brackets are provided with PVC extrusions fitting over top edge of bracket for additional support and for screw attachment of shelves to brackets.  These extrusions are provided either black, white, or translucent.  Include the following paragraph to specify Rakks T-Style Laboratory Bracket.  *****

			7.	Heavy duty laboratory bracket:  Tapered aluminum bracket with [1 inch] [25 mm] wide, [white] [black] [translucent] PVC extrusion pinned to top of bracket and pre-drilled to provided means of screw attaching shelves to brackets; Rakks T-Style Laboratory Bracket No. BR-012R as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

				a.	Size:  [11 inches] [279 mm] long with [2-1/8 inches] [54 mm] maximum depth.

				b.	Load capacity:  [100 pounds] [45 kg].

*****  In addition to Rakks Laboratory Brackets, other Rakks Style Brackets can be provided with PVC extrusion for screw attachment of shelves to brackets.  Brackets equipped with the PVC shelf attachment plates are referred to as T-Style Brackets.  These extrusions are provided either black, white, or translucent.  Include the following paragraph if this option is required.  ***** 

			8.	T-style brackets with shelf attachment plates:  Equip brackets with [1 inch] [25 mm] wide, [white] [black] [translucent] PVC extrusion pinned to top of bracket and pre-drilled to provided means of screw attaching shelves to brackets.  

*****  Rakks Style Brackets can be provided with retaining pins to secure shelves from shifting on brackets.  Include the following paragraph if optional retaining pins are required.   *****

			9.	Retaining pins:  Provide shelf support brackets with [5/32 inch] [4 mm] diameter by [0.3 inch] [8 mm] long steel pin to secure shelf from shifting on bracket.

*****  PVC shelf couplers can be provided to fit over Rakks Style Brackets and provide sufficient supporting surface for two adjoining shelves.  Include the following paragraph if optional shelf couplers are required.  *****

			10.	Shelf couplers:  [1 inch] [25 mm] wide, [white] [black] [translucent] PVC extrusion pinned to top of bracket to provide sufficient support for two adjoining shelves.  Pre-drill coupler to allow shelves to be secured to coupler with screws.

*****  Edit and include the following paragraphs to specify Universal Style Brackets which are available in two nominal lengths of 9 and 11 inches (228 and 279 mm) which can accommodate shelves varying in width from 9 to 14 inches (228 to 356 mm) and load capacities up to 70 pounds (32 kg).  Universal Style Brackets are tapered with a T profile providing a horizontal flange to support and secure shelf.  *****

		C.	Tapered bracket:  Fabricated from aluminum T section providing [1 inch] [25 mm] wide horizontal surface to support shelf and notched at back end to engage channel of support standard or pole; Universal Bracket as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.  Provide the following sizes.

*****  Universal Brackets are provided in two lengths both tapering from 2 inches (51 mm) maximum depth.  *****

			1.	Bracket Model No. BU-009 as manufactured by Rangine Corporation:  Tapering from [2] inches] [51] mm] maximum depth by [9 inches] [229 mm] nominal length to accommodate [9 to 11 inches] [229 to 279 mm] wide shelves and [70 pounds] [32 kg] load capacity.

			2.	Bracket Model No. BU-012 as manufactured by Rangine Corporation:  Tapering from [2] inches] [51] mm] maximum depth by [11-3/4 inches] [298 mm] nominal length to accommodate [12 to 14 inches] [305 to 356 mm] wide shelves and [60 pounds] [27 kg] load capacity.

*****  Edit and include the following paragraphs to specify Aria Style Brackets which are available in two designs which can accommodate 5 to 12 inches (127 to 305 mm) wide shelves and 50 pounds (23 kg) load capacity.  Aria Style Brackets consist of two pieces placed above and below shelf and secured to channels of support standards and poles with set screws.  *****

		D.	Two piece brackets:  Fabricated from aluminum in two pieces to be placed above and below shelf and secured to channels of support standards and poles with set screws; Aria Style Brackets as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

			1.	Shelf width accommodated:  [5 to 12 inches.] [127 to 305 mm.]

			2.	Bracket load capacity:  [50 pounds.] [23 kg.]

			3.	Design:

*****  Aria Style Brackets are provided in two designs  For one design, two identical curvilinear pieces are installed above and below the shelf.  For the other design a small   L-shaped hold-down bracket is installed above the shelf in lieu of the curvilinear piece.  Refer to Rangine product literature for illustrations.  *****

				a.	Bracket Model No. BA-001 as manufactured by Rangine Corporation:  Two curvilinear, open design pieces each [5 inches long by 1-3/8 inches deep] [127 mm long by 35 mm deep] to be installed above and below shelf.

				b.	Bracket Model No. BA-002 as manufactured by Rangine Corporation:  One curvilinear, open design piece [5 inches long by 1-3/8 inches deep] [127 mm long by 35 mm deep] to be installed below shelf and one L-shaped hold-down bracket to be installed above shelf.

*****  Rakks Tray Brackets are L and T shaped brackets that can support 6 to 12 inches (152 to 305 mm) shelves.  When used with 1 inch (25 mm) thick shelves they create a "floating" appearance.  Include the following paragraph to specify Tray Brackets.  *****

		E.	Tray brackets:  L-shaped and T-shaped brackets, [1-1/8 inches] [29 mm] deep with bottom flanges to support shelves.

*****  Rakks Floating Display Brackets fit into a pre-cut groove in shelf to create a "floating" appearance of shelf with no visible hardware.  These brackets are appropriate for light-duty display applications with 4 to 12 inches (102 to 305 mm) deep wood or acrylic shelves.  Include the following paragraph to specify Floating Display Brackets.  ***** 

		F.	Floating display brackets:  [1/4 by 1/2 inch] [6 by 13 mm] bracket designed to fit into pre-cut groove in shelf to create "floating" appearance of shelf with no visible hardware.

*****  Rakks Universal Bookend is wire formed and can be installed into the front of standards or poles at any point. It is 8 inches (203 mm) long and is provided in 3 powder paint colors.  As an option, Rakks Style Brackets can also be used as bookends and should be provided one size smaller than shelf depth.  Include the following paragraph to specify Universal Bookends.  *****

		G.	Universal bookends:  Provide wire formed, [8 inches] [230mm] long bookends with [silver] [black] [white] powdered paint coating in quantities scheduled for insertion in channels of wall standards and support poles.

*****  Rakks Notched Bracket Shelf Stiffener can be used to provide additional support under wood or glass shelves to accommodate wide spans and to control shelf deflection.  Include the following paragraph to specify Notched Bracket Shelf Stiffeners.

		H.	Shelf stiffeners:  Where scheduled or indicated on Drawings, provide notched brackets and a [1/4 by 1 - 1/4 inches] [6 by 32 mm] by [_____] [inches] [mm] long aluminum bar with clear anodized finish and notches at each end to fit into notches in shelf brackets.  Shelf stiffeners shall be used to provide additional shelf support and deflection control.

*****  Rakks Desk Bracket can be used to support a work surface 20 to 24 inches (508 to 610 mm) deep.  Include the following paragraph to specify Rakks Desk Bracket.  *****

		I.	Desk bracket:  Where scheduled or indicated on Drawings provide [18 inches] [457 mm] long T-shaped bracket with diagonal brace for support of work surface and capable of supporting [120 pounds] [54 kilograms] per bracket.

*****  Rakks L-Bracket is designed to attach with a single screw to the threaded side channel of Rakks PC2 Support Pole.  When used with 3/4 inch (19 mm) thick shelf, the mounting hardware is hidden.  L-Brackets have countersunk holes for anchoring wood shelf ends with screws.  L-Brackets can also be provided with retaining pins to hold extruded aluminum shelves securely in place.  Custom L-Brackets can be provided in a variety of lengths and asymmetric configurations.   Slanted brackets are ideal for merchandising and display.  Include the following paragraph to specify Rakks L-Brackets.  Paragraph will need to be modified and expanded for custom L-Brackets. ***** 

		J.	L-brackets:  Where scheduled provide [0.937 by 1.56 inches] [24 by 40 mm],   L-shaped bracket designed to attach with a single screw to the threaded side channel of a support pole.  Equip brackets with countersunk holes for anchoring wood shelf ends [and retaining pins to hold extruded aluminum shelves securely in place].

2.6	ALUMINUM SHELVES

*****  Rakks extruded aluminum shelves are provided in 4 and 6 inches (102 and 152 mm) widths which can be combined to form shelves ranging in width from 4 to 18 inches (102 to 257 mm) widths in 2 inches (51 mm) increments.  Rangine Corporation can also custom fabricate wood veneer, plastic laminate, melamine, and glass shelves.  Contact Rangine Corporation for options and assistance in specifying custom fabricated shelves.  *****
	
		A.	Type:  Extruded aluminum sections with textured flat top and bottom ribs that can be used by combining the following sections to form shelving ranging in width from [4 to 18 inches] [102 to 257 mm] widths in [2 inches] [102 mm] increments.

			1.	[4 inches] [102 mm] wide shelf:  Section with one rounded edge and weighing [0.6 pound per foot] [0.89 kg per meter]; Model No. SA-04 as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

			2.	[6 inches] [152 mm] wide shelf:  Section with one rounded edge and weighing [0.91 pound per foot] [1.35 kg per meter]; Model No. SA-06 as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

			3.	[6 inches] [152 mm] wide filler shelf:  Section with square edges and weighing [1.02 pounds per foot] [1.52 kg per meter]; Model No. SAF-06 as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

		B.	Maximum shelf deflection for uniformly distributed load over [36 inches] [914 mm] span:

			1.	For [4 inches] [102 mm] wide shelf:  [1/4 inch] [6 mm] with [60 pounds] [27 kg] load.

			2.	For [6 inches] [152 mm] wide shelf]:  [1/4 inch] [6 mm] with [60 pounds] [27 kg] load.

*****  Shelves can be custom cut to any length up to 144 inches (3658 mm).  *****

		C.	Length:  Provide aluminum shelves in quantities and lengths as scheduled.

		D.	Aluminum shelf accessories:

*****  In order to use aluminum shelves in a slanted position to display literature and other products, Rakks Shelf Lip Brackets are required.  Include the following paragraph to specify Shelf Lip Brackets.  ***** 

			1.	Shelf Lip Brackets:  Where scheduled or indicated on Drawings, provide [2 inches] [51 mm] wide by [_____] [inches] [mm] long aluminum shelf lip bar to be secured in notched brackets and to retain shelf and display material.

****  Include the following paragraph to specify Rakks Shelf Hold-Down Clip used to secure shelves to brackets so that they cannot be easily removed.  ***** 

			2.	Shelf-Hold-Down clip:  [Where scheduled] [For all extruded aluminum shelves] provide clips to anchor aluminum shelf to support bracket.  Clip shall be secured to both bracket and shelf with set screws.

*****  Include the following paragraph to specify Rakks Shelf Spline used to joint aluminum shelf section end-to end to form a continuous shelf greater than 144 inches (3658 mm).  Shelves must always join at a bracket.  *****

			3.	Shelf-splines:  Where extruded aluminum shelves are joined end-to end to form one continuous shelf, provide [5 inches] [127 mm] long shelf spline with groove to fit over adjacent shelf ribs.
		
*****  Include the following paragraph to specify Rakks Label Holders designed to attach to front edge of extruded aluminum shelf and hold 1/2 inch (13 mm) high label.  *****

			4.	Label holder:  [Where scheduled] [For all extruded aluminum shelves] provide shelf holder designed to attach to front edge of aluminum shelf with concealed thumbscrew and to hold [1/2 inch] [13 mm] high label.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1	COORDINATION

		A.	Coordinate provision of shelving system with locations of other wall and ceiling mounted components such as visual display boards, casework, structural framing, light fixtures, and air diffusers to eliminate potential conflicts.

		B.	Coordinate requirements for stud spacing, blocking, and auxiliary structural supports to ensure adequate means for installation of shelving system.

		C.	Coordinate installation of shelving system with application of wall and ceiling finishes.  To the extent possible install shelving components after finishes have been applied.

3.2	INSTALLATION

		A.	Install shelving system in accordance with approved shop drawings and manufacturer's installation instructions.

		B.	Install shelving at locations and heights indicated on Drawings.  Verify locations in field with Architect.

		C.	Install standards and other support components rigidly to supporting substrate so that components are secure, plumb, and level.

		D.	Install with fasteners of type, size, and quantity as supplied or recommended by shelving manufacturer for type of application and substrate.

*****  Include the following paragraph if wall standards are installed.  *****

		E.	Ensure screws used to anchor wall standards are set flush and do not project into channel.

*****  Include the following paragraph if multiple aluminum shelving sections are installed.  *****

		F.	Provide double sided foam tape between adjoining sections of aluminum shelving to maintain alignment.

		G.	Thoroughly clean and polish storage system components and protect from subsequent construction activities.  Remove and replace damaged components.

3.3	SCHEDULE

***** Except for small projects where storage system is completely detailed and scheduled on Drawings, a schedule of required storage system components indicating quantities, types, model numbers, and sizes of items is appropriate.  The following is a suggested format for developing a schedule.  *****

		A.	Provide quantities and types of storage system components as specified in Part 2 - Products.  Model numbers refer to products manufactured by Rangine Corporation:

			1.	Room No. [_____] - [_____]:

				a.	Wall standards:  [__quantity__] each [__type of standard__], Model No. [_____], [__length__] long, [recessed] [surface] mounted with [access slots] [channel covers] and [__finish__].

				b.	Pole supports:  [__quantity__] each [__type of standard__], Model No. [_____], [__length__] long with [access slots] [channel covers,] [door hinges,] [channel nut plates,] [grommets,] [corner adapters,] and [__finish__].

				c.	Shelf support brackets:  

					1)	Bracket type 1:  [__quantity__] each [__type of bracket__], Model No. [_____], [__length__] long, with [shelf couplers,] [retaining pins,] and [__finish__].

					2)	Bracket type 2:  [__quantity__] each [__type of bracket__], Model No. [_____], [__length__] long, with [shelf couplers,] [retaining pins,] and [__finish__].

				d.	Counter support brackets:  [__quantity__] each [__type of bracket__], Model No. [_____], [__size__] with [grommets] and [__finish__].

				e.	Aluminum shelves:

					1)	Shelf type 1:  [__quantity__] each, Model No. [_____], [__width__] wide by [__length__] and [__finish__].

					2)	Shelf type 2:  [__quantity__] each, Model No. [_____], [__width__] wide by [__length__] and [__finish__].

			2.	Room No. [_____] - [_____]:

				a.	Wall standards:  [__quantity__] each [__type of standard__], Model No. [_____], [__length__] long, [recessed] [surface] mounted with [access slots] [channel covers] and [__finish__].

				b.	Pole supports:  [__quantity__] each [__type of standard__], Model No. [_____], [__length__] long with [access slots] [channel covers,] [door hinges,] [channel nut plates,] [grommets,] [corner adapters,] and [__finish__].

				c.	Shelf support brackets:  

					1)	Bracket type 1:  [__quantity__] each [__type of bracket__], Model No. [_____], [__length__] long, with [shelf couplers,] [retaining pins,] and [__finish__].

					2)	Bracket type 2:  [__quantity__] each [__type of bracket__], Model No. [_____], [__length__] long, with [shelf couplers,] [retaining pins,] and [__finish__].

				d.	Counter support brackets:  [__quantity__] each [__type of bracket__], Model No. [_____], [__size__] with [grommets] and [__finish__].

				e.	Aluminum shelves:

					1)	Shelf type 1:  [__quantity__] each, Model No. [_____], [__width__] wide by [__length__] and [__finish__].

					2)	Shelf type 2:  [__quantity__] each, Model No. [_____], [__width__] wide by [__length__] and [__finish__].

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