New Architectural Woodwork Standards Presented by AWI President 2010: Doug Carney R & S Casework Fargo, ND (701) 298-0252 doug@randscasework.com Introducing the New Architectural Woodwork Standards Leveraging Your Specifications The Architectural Woodwork Institute is a Registered Provider with The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education Systems. Credit earned on completion of this program will be reported to CES Records for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for non-aia members are available on request. This program is registered with the AIA/CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction ti or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. Questions related to specific materials, methods, and services will be addressed at the conclusion of this presentation. Course Description Communication during gyour project is vital, so use the Architectural Woodwork Standards to ensure understanding across the board. Learn to create a specification for architectural woodwork and properly reference the Standard to embed the specifications. Utilize the power and details contained within the Standards, and even reduce the design and development hours for your woodwork elements, saving you time and money.
Learning Objectives Become familiar with the new format and content of the new Architectural t Woodwork Standards d the joining i of the Woodwork Institutes Manual of Millwork and the AWI/AWMACs Architectural Woodwork Quality Standards Illustrated. Learn how to create a specification for architectural woodwork, using a Guide Specification, properly referencing the new standards to embed the applicable sections of the new standards into their specification. Understand and be able to utilize the power and details contained in the new Architectural Woodwork Standards with regards to specifications covering these sections. Reduce the design and development timeline for woodwork elements, resulting in more effective billable hours in the office. Making It Work Unlocking the Power Integrating Over 100 Years of Experience and Application
First CD Included d With Each Book A Quick Look at What is Included General and Compliance Numerically formatted outline 1.2 (Heading) 1.2.9 (Specifics) followed by details in numerically indented outline form Product and Execution Same numerically indented outline Table matrix which shows Grade of Work on the right
General General Product Execution Subject of Section Basic Design Considerations Recommendations to Design Professionals Typical Industry Practices Compliance Product Execution For a specified Grade of Work, (Economy, Custom or Premium) the minimum i... Material requirements Machining requirements Assembly requirements Tolerances For a specified Grade of Work, (Economy, Custom or Premium) the minimum i... Installation requirements Installation tolerances, too
Compliance For a specified Grade of Work, (Economy, Custom or Premium) the minimum... Verification criteria Tests Beginning with the User s Guide Four Parts Make the Whole: Intro Products Parameters Resources What Does the AWS Include??
Economy, Custom and Premium Grades define the standards FOR Compliance: Preface and Glossary NOT for Compliance: Intro, General part of sections, Appendix A (except by reference) & Appendix B Preface Standards: d Purpose Refinishing / Refacing / and Overview Refurbishing Variations in Natural Moisture and Wood Products Architectural Woodwork Systems of Forest Certification Measurement Warranty / Guarantee Architectural Woodwork Language Specifications Architectural Woodwork Drawings Section 1 - Submittals Sec. 2 - Care & Storage
Sec. 3 - Lumber Sec. 4 - Sheet Products Sec. 5 - Finishing Not material grades - 13 Systems Characteristics for fabrication sections 6th through h12 Based on Grade of Work specified Use the name of the Chemistry Sec. 6 Int. & Ext. Millwork Standing & running trim Ornamental & misc. millwork Door frames Window frames and sash Screens, blinds, and shutters
Sec. 7 - Stairwork & Rails Sec. 8 - Wall Surfacing Sec. 9 - Doors Sec. 10 - Casework No Economy Grade Flush doors Veneered, MDF, & HPDL Stile and rail doors Veneered, solid, and laminated
Sec. 11 - Countertops Sec. 12 Historic Restoration Glossary and Appendices Preservative & Water Repellent Treatments Fire Retardant Coatings Fire Codes ADA Requirements Rated Fire Door Assemblies Building Code Requirements Seismic Fabrication & Installation Requirements Adhesives Guidelines Specific Gravity & Weight of Hardwoods ANSI/BHMA S/ Cabinet Hardware References Typical Joinery Details Fraction / Decimal / Millimeter Conversion Table Miscellaneous Conversion Guidelines Definitions Let s Look at a Guide Specification
General Execution Inclusions and Exclusions Listed in Section 10 General Execution
Let the AWS do the Walking and the Heavy Lifting..
It s All in the Grade Grade Specified Determines Material and Workmanship Premium Grade Custom Grade Default in Lieu of Spec Economy Grade
Identify what you intend your Exposed and Semiexposed Surfaces are to be the Guide Spec does a good job of coaching you as to what to fill in. The references to species and cut are applicable to Wood Veneer Casework. If it is Plastic Laminate use the B Alternate. Remember the Statement meeting the requirements of the AWS for the Grade specified.
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Three More Guide Specifications Included: A Quick Overview: Learn to Trust the Architectural Woodwork Standards d A Quick Overview: A Quick Overview: Don t Re-invent the Wheel Use Leverage to Do More With Less
Point of Departure: The starting point of a line of thought or a course of action. Course Evaluations In order to maintain high-quality learning experiences, please access the evaluation for this course by logging into CES Discovery and clicking on the Course Evaluation link on the left side of the page. Copyright Materials Questions? Contact Information: Architectural t Woodwork Institute t 46179 Westlake Drive, Ste. 120 Potomac Falls, VA 20165 (571) 323-3636 - www.awinet.org This presentation is protected by US and International Copyright laws. Reproduction, distribution, display and use of the presentation without written permission of the speaker is prohibited. Architectural Woodwork Institute 2009