The Guide Specifications in this catalog may be used as models for either office master specifications or specifications for particular projects. In either case, the Guide Specifications must be edited to fit the conditions of use. Material is included that will not be suitable for every purpose and should be deleted as necessary; other material will have to be added for specific projects. Blanks have been provided where appropriate requirements should be added.

Structural Precast Concrete

(Section 03411)

3.01 INSPECTION

1. VERIFICATION OF EXISTING CONDITIONS:
1. The erection contractor shall verify that the structure and surfaces to receive prestressed concrete are accurately sized and located, sound, true, and otherwise properly prepared.
2. The general contractor shall be notified prior to the start of work of any conditions requiring correction.
3. Work shall not be started until conditions are satisfactory.

3.02 INSTALLATION

1. ERECTION:
1. Follow the manufacturer’s directions and approved shop drawings.
2. Locate slabs accurately within allowable tolerances.
3. Stabilize slabs securely during erection.
4. Anchor slabs securely and permanently as indicated on approved shop drawings.
5. Remove any temporary bracework upon completion.
2. ATTACHMENTS:
1. Secure as shown on drawings.
2. Members may be drilled or “shot” provide no contact is made with prestressing steel, subject to the approval of the architect / engineer.

3.03 FINISHING

1. PATCHING:
1. Patching will be acceptable providing structural adequacy and appearance are not impaired.
2. JOINT GROUTING:
1. After the installation of any attachments or hangers that pass through joints between slabs, fill the joints completely with grout

3.04 PREPARATION FOR TOPPING SLABS

1. PRIOR TO PLACING TOPPING:
1. Clean and wet the top surface to surface saturated dry condition (SSD).

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