SECTION 10 59 10

	ALUMINUM COUNTER SUPPORT BRACKETS

*****  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 architectural specialties.  This guide specification section can be used to incorporate Rangine Corporation's Rakks Counter Support Brackets into a competitively bid construction project.  These are heavy duty, welded aluminum, wall mounted brackets for supporting counter tops, work surfaces, vanities, benches, shelves, displays, and window sills.  The following support brackets can by specified using this guide specification:

	Counter Type:  EH-1209, EH-1212, EH-1818, and EH-1824.
	Flush Mount:  EH-1209-FM, EH-1212-FM, EH-1818-FM, and EH-1824-FM.
	Bench Mount:  EH-1416B.
	Custom EH Bracket
	Vanity Bracket
	Sill Support:  FB-0404 and FB-0406.

This guide can be used to prepare a section for specifying one or more Rakks Counter Support Brackets.  For some building projects the various support brackets could be used as components for casework, countertops, work surfaces, vanities, shelves, 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 support brackets would be placed in another section such as the following:

	Section 05 50 00 - Metal Fabrications
	Section 06 20 00 - Finish Carpentry
	Section 06 40 00 - Architectural Woodwork
	Section 06 41 00 - Architectural Wood Casework
	Section 12 35 00 - Specialty 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 Counter Support Brackets.

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 56 10 - Aluminum Storage Shelving System
	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:  Wall mounted, heavy duty, welded aluminum brackets for supporting [counter tops] [work surfaces] [vanities] [benches] [shelves] [displays] [window sills] [_____].

		B.	Related sections:

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

			1.	Section [06 20 00 - Finish Carpentry] [06 40 00 - Architectural Woodwork]  [06 41 00 - Architectural Wood Casework]  [12 35 00 - Specialty Casework]:  Fabrication of [counter tops] [work surfaces] [vanities] [benches] [shelves] [displays] [window sills] [_____] to be supported by welded aluminum brackets.

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

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 support brackets.

			2.	Shop drawings indicating dimensions and installation details.

			3.	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

2.5	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.

2.6	MATERIALS

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

*****  Unless otherwise indicated in Rangine product literature, Rakks Counter Support Brackets can be provided with either aluminum mill finish, clear anodized finish, white or black powder paint coating, or primed for field painting.  Custom anodized color coatings and powder paint coatings with custom colors are also available as options.  Contact Rangine Corporation for information on custom colors.  *****

		B.	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.] [primer suitable for field painting.]

2.7	WELDED ALUMINUM BRACKETS

*****  Rangine Corporation manufactures several types and sizes of welded aluminum brackets to support counters, benches, vanities, sills, and shelves.  These are lightweight, factory finished, and pre-drilled for convenient installation on site.  In addition to the standard brackets listed below, Rangine Corporation can custom fabricate aluminum brackets for other applications.  Contact Rangine Corporation for assistance in specifying custom fabricated brackets.  *****

		A.	Type:  Support brackets fabricated by welding miter cut extruded aluminum sections, grinding and deburring sharp edges and welds, drilling holes for field attachment, and factory finishing.

*****  Four surface mounted counter support brackets are provided to accommodate 13, 18, 24, and 30 inches (330, 457, 610, and 762 mm) deep counters.  Refer to Rangine product literature for sizes, load capacities, and Model numbers.  Select and edit the following paragraphs to specify required surface mounted counter brackets.  *****

 		B.	Surface mounted counter brackets:  L-shaped bracket fabricated from aluminum T sections designed for supporting [[13] [18] [24] [30] inches] [[330] [457] [610] [762] mm] deep [counter] [shelf] [work surface] [_____]; Model No. [EH-1209] [EH-1212] [EH-1818] [EH1824] as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

			1.	Size (height by depth by thickness): [_____] by [_____] by [_____] [inches] [mm].

			2.	Load capacity per bracket:  [650] [450] pounds.] [295] [204] kg.]

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*****  Four flush mounted counter support brackets are provided to accommodate 13, 18, 24, and 30 inches (330, 457, 610, and 762 mm) deep counters.  These brackets are attached to sides of studs and then concealed with gypsum board.  Refer to Rangine product literature for sizes, load capacities, and model numbers.  Select and edit the following paragraphs to specify required surface mounted counter brackets.  *****

 		C.	Flush mounted counter brackets:  Bracket for [[13] [18] [24] [30] inches] [[330] [457] [610] [762] mm] wide [counter] [shelf] [work surface] [_____]; Model No. EH-1209FM] [EH-1212FM] [EH-1818FM] [EH-1824FM] as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

			1.	Construction:  Fabricated from horizontal aluminum T section and vertical aluminum L section.  Vertical leg designed to attach to side of supporting stud and be concealed by gypsum board or other wall finish.

			2.	Size (height by depth): [_____] by [_____] [inches] [mm].

			3.	Load capacity per bracket:  [300] [430] pounds.] [136] [195] kg.]

*****  As an option, aluminum faceplates can be provided to conceal the penetration of flush mounted counter support brackets through the gypsum board wall finish and provide a neat, finished appearance.  Include the following paragraph to specify this option.  *****

			4.	Faceplates:  Provide [4 by 4 inches] [102 by 102 mm] aluminum faceplates with adhesive backing and notched to fit around vertical flange of flush mounted counter support bracket and conceal penetration through gypsum board providing neat, finished appearance.  

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*****  Include the following paragraph to specify Rakks Custom EH Bracket for use in applications requiring an angled sloping surfacing.  Size and angle of slope are designated by design professional.  *****

		D.	Custom sloped bracket:  Surface mounted bracket for supporting sloping counter or shelf; Custom EH Bracket as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

			1.	Construction:  Custom fabricated from aluminum T sections and pre drilled to provided means for anchoring bracket and attaching sloping [counter] [shelf] [work surface] [_____].

			2.	Size and shape: [As indicated on Drawings.]

				[a.	Vertical leg: [_____] [inches] [mm].

				b.	Sloping support leg:  [_____] [inches] [mm].

				c.	Angle between legs:  [_____] degrees.]

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*****  Include the following paragraph to specify Rakks Bench Mount designed to receive wood planks or other type of site installed seating.  *****

		E.	Bench bracket:  Surface mounted bracket for supporting [wood plank] [_____] bench; Model No. EH-1416B as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

			1.	Construction:  Fabricated from aluminum T sections and pre drilled to provided means for anchoring bracket and attaching seat.

			2.	Size (height by depth): [14-1/4 by 15-3/4 inches.]  [362 by 340 mm].

			3.	Load capacity per bracket:  [450] pounds.] [204 kg.]

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*****  Include the following paragraph to specify Rakks Sill Mounts designed to support sills and low profile shelves.  Two sizes are provided for 5 and 10 inches (127 and 254 mm) wide sills.  Refer to Rangine product literature for sizes, load capacities, and model numbers.  *****

 		F.	Surface mounted sill brackets:  L-shaped bracket fabricated from structural aluminum angles for [[5] [10] inches] [127] [254] mm] wide sills; Model No. [FB-0404] [FB-0406] as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

			1.	Size (height by depth by thickness): [_____] by [_____] by [_____] [inches] [mm].

			2.	Load capacity per bracket:  [120] [150] pounds.] [54] [68] kg.]

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*****  Rangine Corporation custom fabricates surface mounted aluminum vanity support brackets which are configured to support both vanity top and front baffle.  Include and complete the following paragraph if vanity brackets are required.  *****

		G.	Vanity brackets:   Surface mounted bracket fabricated from miter cut and welded aluminum sections; Vanity Bracket as manufactured by Rangine Corporation.

			1.	Configuration:  [As indicated on Drawings.] [C shaped with vertical rear leg for attachment to wall, horizontal member for supporting vanity top, and vertical front leg with sloped return for attachment of front baffle.] [_____].

			2.	Size:  [As indicated on Drawings.] 

				[a.	Rear leg:  [_____] [inches] [mm].

				b.	Width:  [_____] [inches] [mm].

				c.	Front leg:  [_____] [inches] [mm].

				d.	Front return:  [_____] [inches] [mm].]

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*****  Any of the Rakks welded aluminum brackets can be provided with holes and rubber grommets for under-counter wire management.  Include the following paragraph if grommets are required.  *****

		H.	Wire management grommets:  Where indicated on Drawings or scheduled, provide brackets with holes and rubber grommets with [5/8 inch] [16 mm] diameter opening to accommodate RJ-45 connector or wire ties.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1	COORDINATION

		A.	Coordinate provision of support brackets with design and fabrication of [counter tops] [work surfaces] [shelves] [benches] [window sills] [components] [_____] to be supported as specified in Section [_____] - [_____] to ensure compatibility of dimensions and load capacity.

		B.	Coordinate requirements for stud spacing, blocking, and auxiliary structural supports to ensure adequate means for installation and anchorage of support brackets.

*****  Include the following paragraph if Flush Mount Brackets are being specified.  *****

		C.	Coordinate installation of flush mounted support brackets with application of gypsum board finish specified in Section 09 21 16 - Gypsum Board Assemblies.  Ensure that brackets are delivered to site and installed in a timely manner to allow for vertical bracket leg to be concealed by gypsum board.

****  Include the following paragraph if optional faceplates are being specified.  ****

		D.	After gypsum board has been applied to stud framing, install adhesive backed aluminum face plates around flush mounted brackets penetrating gypsum board.

*****  Include the following paragraph is surface mounted support brackets and being specified.  *****

		E.	Coordinate installation of surface mounted support brackets with application of wall finishes.  To the extent possible install brackets after finishes have been applied.

3.2	INSTALLATION

		A.	Install support brackets in accordance with reviewed shop drawings and manufacturer's installation instructions.

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

		C.	Install brackets rigidly to [blocking] [[metal] [wood] studs] [supporting substrate] [_____] so that they are secure, plumb, and aligned.

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

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