SECTION 07620

SHEET METAL FLASHING AND TRIM

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Coping, Parapet and cap flashings.

B. Fascias.

C. Roof flashings.

D. Counterflashings over base flashings.

E. Roof joint cover flashings.

F. Counterflashings at roof mounted mechanical equipment and vent stacks.

G. Counterflashings for roof hatches.

H. Gravel guards

I. Reglet devices.

J. Work by other:

1.2 REFERENCES/PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General and Supplementary

Conditions and Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

B. Requirements of the following Project Specification Sections apply to this section:

1. Section

C. Additional project requirements:

1. Aluminum Association (AA)
a) Aluminum Construction Manual: Specification for Aluminum Sheet Metal
Work in Building Construction.
2. Copper Development Association (CDA)
a) ASTM B370 - Specification for Copper Sheet and Strip for Building
Construction.
b) Contemporary Copper, A Handbook of Sheet Copper Fundamentals,
Design, Details and Specifications.
c) Copper Roofing - A Practical Handbook.
3. American Society for Testing of Materials (ASTM)
a) ASTM A525, Steel Sheet, Zinc Coated, (Galvanized) by the Hot-Dip
Process.
b) ASTM B32, Solder Metal.
4. Federal Specifications (FS)

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a) FS SS-C-153C, Cement, Bituminous, Plastic.

5. National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA)
a) Roofing Manual.
6. Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractor's National Association, Inc.
(SMACNA)
a) Architectural Sheet Metal Manual.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. not used

1.4 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

A. not used

1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit the following in accordance with Conditions of Contract and Section 01340,
Shop Drawings:
1. Product Data: Indicating performance and physical characteristics of rolled
products and accessories proposed for use.
2. Shop Drawings: Indicate each type and configuration of flashing and trim work
in profile including jointing pattern and details, fastening methods and
frequency, locations of expansion and control joints, thickness of materials and
finishes.
3. Color Charts: Manufacturer's standard pre-finished product charts showing
actual physical coating.
4. Manufacturer's Instructions: Printed manufacturer's installation instructions.
5. Warranty: Two (2) copies of watertightness warranty.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Installer Qualifications: Company specializing in sheet metal flashing work with five
years minimum experience in similar sized installations.

1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Deliver, store, handle and protect products.

B. Stack pre-formed material to prevent twisting, bending, and abrasions, and to

provide ventilation.

C. Prevent contact with materials which may cause discoloration or staining.

D. Ship pre-coated products with strippable covering.

1.8 PROJECT/SITE CONDITIONS OR SPECIAL CONDITION

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A. not used

1.9 SEQUENCING

A. not used

1.10 SCHEDULING

A. not used

1.11 WARRANTY

A. Provide warranties in accordance with Section 01740.

B. Provide two (2) year watertightness guarantee beginning at substantial completion

including repair or replacement of defective materials and workmanship.

1.12 SYSTEM STARTUP

A. not used

1.13 OWNER’S INSTRUCTIONS

A. not used

1.14 COMMISSIONING

A. not used

1.15 MAINTENANCE

A. not used

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

A. Copper: ASTM B370, Cold rolled, 16 ounce (163 g) per square foot (0.0929 m 3)
weight minimum or weight as recommended in Architectural Sheet Metal Manual for
intended purposes, as manufactured by Revere Copper and Brass, Inc., Rome, NY,
or approved equal.

B. Aluminum: ASTM B209, 5005 alloy, temper as required for intended application (15
KSI minimum), thickness not less than 0.032 inches (0.81 mm), or as recommended
in Specification for Aluminum Sheet Metal Work in Building Construction for
intended purposes, manufacturer at Contractor's option.

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2.2 - 2.6

A. not used

2.7 ACCESSORIES
A. Fasteners
1. Nails: Copper or brass for fastening copper, aluminum for aluminum sheets.
Use annular ring shank type, No. 12 gage (0.275 mm) or larger to suit
application, of sufficient length to penetrate backing material at least 7/8 inch
(22.2 mm).
2. Screws and Bolts: Copper or brass for fastening copper, and aluminum for
aluminum sheets; of sufficient size and length to sustain imposed stresses.

B. Underlayment: ASTM D266, 30 pound per 100 square foot (0.0144 kpa) weight
felt containing no additives corrosive to sheet metals.

C. Slip Sheet: Rosin sized building paper.

D. Protective Back Paint: Zinc chromate alkyd.

E. Sealants: Sealant as specified in accordance with Section 07900.

F. Plastic Cement: FS SS-C-153, Bituminous plastic cement.

2.8 MIXES

A. not used

2.9 FABRICATION

A. Form sections true to shape, accurate in size, square, free from distortion and
defects, to profiles indicated in accordance with SMACNA Architectural Sheet Metal
Manual.

B. Fabricate cleats and starter strips of same material as sheet, interlockable with
sheet.

C. Form pieces in longest practical lengths.

D. Hem exposed flashings on underside 1/2 inch (12.7 mm); miter and seam corners.

E. Form materials which are typically concealed from view by the public with lap
seams. On exposed seams, use butt- seam/back-up plate type unless noted or
detailed otherwise.

F. Pretin edges of copper sheets.

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G. Solder and seal metal joints except those indicated or required to be expansive type
joints. After soldering, remove flux. Wipe and wash solder joints clean.

H. Fabricate corners from one place with minimum 18 inch (457 mm) long legs; solder
for rigidity; seal with sealant.

I. Fabricate vertical faces with bottom edge formed outward 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) and
hemmed to form drip.

J. Fabricate flashings to allow toe to extend minimum 2 inches (51 mm) over wall
surfaces.

K. Fabricate as much as possible in shop with machinery to eliminate as much hand

tooling on the job as possible. Shop fabricate to allow for adjustments in the field for
proper anchoring and joining.

2.10 FINISHES

A. Aluminum: Mill finish in accordance with NAAMM Metal Finishes Handbook.

B. Copper: Natural finish.

2.11 SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL

A. not used

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLERS

A. not used

3.2 EXAMINATION

A. Verify that surfaces and conditions are ready to receive work of this section. Notify
Architect of any existing conditions which will adversely affect execution. Beginning
of execution will constitute acceptance of existing conditions.

B. Verify roof openings, curbs, pipes, sleeves, ducts, and vents through roof are solidly
set, cant strips and reglets in place, and nailing strips located.

C. Verify membrane termination and base flashings are in place, sealed, and secure.

3.3 PREPARATION

A. Field measure site conditions prior to fabricating work.

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B. Install starter and edge strips, and cleats before starting installation.

C. Install surface mounted reglets true to lines and levels. Seal top of reglets with
sealant.

D. Install one layer of underlayment prior to installing copings and parapet caps.

3.4 ERECTION

A. not used

3.5 INSTALLATION

A. Install using skilled workmen in accordance with manufacturer's printed instruction

and recommendations.

B. Conform to drawing details included in manuals published by SMACNA, NRCA.

C. Insert flashings into reglets to form tight fit. Secure in place with wedges at
maximum 12 inches (305 mm) on center. Seal flashings into reglets with sealant.

D. Secure flashings in place using concealed fasteners. Use exposed fasteners only
in locations approved by Architect.

E. Lap seam flashings and other work not normally exposed to view. Use butt joint
with back-up plate joint method all exposed flashings, coping caps, and guards.
Seal all joints.

F. Apply plastic cement compound between metal flashings and felt flashings.

G. Fit flashings tight in place. Make corners square, surfaces true and straight in
planes, and lines accurate to profiles.

H. Seal metal joints watertight.

I. Provide electrolytic separation between dissimilar metals with protective back paint.

J. Install expansion joints at frequency as recommended in SMACNA Architectural

Sheet Metal Manual. Do not fasten seams such that movement is restricted.
Coordinate E.J. locations with joints in adjacent materials.

K. Building Expansion Joint Cover - Roof

1. Refer to SMACNA Plates 84-86, 89.
2. Construction combination edge strip and cap flashing from 8 (2.4 m) to 10 (3 m)
foot sheets of 16 ounce (163 g) copper.
3. Nail edge strip to top of blocking at 4 inch (102 mm) on center. Lap lower edge
over base flashing 3 inch (76 mm) and lap ends of strip 3 inch (76 mm) over

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adjacent strip. Project edge strip portion horizontally from curb as indicated to
provide for expansion movement without cover strip becoming disengaged.
4. Construct cover strips not more than 10 feet (3 m) long from same material and
gage as cap flashing. Join ends of cover strips by single flat lock seam and hold
in place with cleats.
5. Hook cover strips over edge as indicated with proper allowance made in the lock
to accommodate movement of the structure.

L. Building Expansion Joint - Roof and Wall Junction

1. Refer to SMACNA Plates 85, 90.
2. Construction combination edge strip and cap flashing from 8 (2.4 m) to 10 (3 m)
foot sheets of 16 ounce (163 g) copper.
3. Nail edge strip to top of blocking at 4 inch (102 mm) on center. Lap lower edge
over base flashing 3 inch (76 mm) and lap ends of strip 3 inch (76 mm) over
adjacent strip with seam and sealed joints. Project edge strip portion
horizontally from curb as indicated to provide for expansion movement without
cover becoming disengaged.
4. Construct cover strips from 8 (2.4 m) to 10 (3 m) foot long sheets of same
material and gage as cap flashing.
5. Hook cover strips over edge strip as indicated with proper allowance made in
the lock to accommodate movement of the structure. Extend cover strips across
expansion joint, up wall a minimum of 4 inch (102 mm) and into receiver of
reglet. Slope cover strips away from wall to shed water. Lap ends of cover
strips a minimum of 3 inch (76 mm) and seam and seal joints.

3.6 APPLICATION

A. not used

3.7 CONSTRUCTION

A. not used

3.8 REPAIR/RESTORATION

A. not used

3.9 RE-INSTALLATION

A. not used

3.10 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Install surfaces flat such that from normal viewing distances, no waviness or oil
canning is visible.

3.11 ADJUSTING

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A. not used

3.12 CLEANING

A. Perform final cleaning in accordance with Division 1.

3.13 DEMONSTRATION

A. not used

3.14 PROTECTION

A. Protect finished installation in accordance with Division 1.

3.15 SCHEDULES

A. Copper: All locations, unless otherwise indicated or specified.

B. Aluminum: Where indicated or required.

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