DuraClassic™ Polyester-Resin/Marble Composite Column Architectural Guide Specifications

 
PART 1 – GENERAL
 
1.01 DESCRIPTION
 
 
A.
 Columns shall be Melton Classics DuraClassic™ Column according to their Design No.___________. (Use design number in catalog.)
 
B.
 Column design shall have proportions based on the Orders of Architecture.
 
C.
 Columns shafts shall be manufactured from a fiber reinforced polyester resin and marble composite.
 
D.
 Capitals and base/plinths shall be the manufacturer’s standard for the size and design indicated.
 
1.02 SUBMITTALS
 
 
A.
 Submit Melton Classics literature to show column requirements.
 
1.04 WARRANTIES
 
 
A.
 The columns shall be guaranteed in writing against defects in materials or workmanship for the lifetime of the original owner.
 
1.05 VERIFICATION OF DESIGN
 
 
A.
 The components indicated on the drawings show dimensions established to accomplish the Architect’s intended visual result and to conform to the building’s configuration. The contractor shall verify that all components that will actually be provided for the work of this section will fit the building’s structural elements and conform to the visual design criteria indicated on the drawings without materially altering profiles and alignments.
 
B.
 Any additional support or backing components shall be provided by the installing contractor as part of the work of this section.
 
PART 2 – PRODUCTS
 
2.01 ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURER
 
 
A.
 Melton Classics Incorporated
P.O. Box 465020
Lawrenceville, GA 30042
770-963-3060
800-963-3060
FAX 770-962-6988
www.meltonclassics.com
 
2.02 FIBERGLASS AND RESIN MATERIALS
 
 
A.
 Shaft shall meet the UL 94 rating.
 
B.
 Final ratio of materials shall be 10% fiber 90% resin composite for the body of components.
 
C.
 Shaft thickness shall be 3/8" to 1" depending on diameter.
 
PART 3 – MATERIAL PROPERTIES
 
3.01 PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
 
 
A.
 Flexural Strength, psi 77 degrees F = 30,000
 
B.
 Flexural Modulus, 77 degrees F = 1.3
 
C.
 Tensile Strength, psi 77 degrees F = 18,000
 
D.
 Barcol Hardness, 50-55
 
PART 4 – EXECUTION
 
4.01 INSTALLATION
 
 
A.
 Follow manufacturer’s detailed installation guidelines.