Material Specifications

SECTION 07 44 16 — PORCELAIN ENAMELED FACED PANELS

PART 1 — GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section includes kiln-fired porcelain enamel on steel panel systems for architectural applications as indicated on the Drawings. Delete inapplicable items:
   1. [Exterior building cladding and facade panels]
   2. [Architectural column covers and wraps]
   3. [Feature walls and interior architectural panel systems]
   4. [Large-scale building-integrated graphic elements]
   5. [Architectural entrance and building identification elements]
B. Related Sections. Delete inapplicable items:
   1. [Section 05 12 00 — Structural Steel Framing: Primary structural support]
   2. [Section 05 40 00 — Cold-Formed Metal Framing: Secondary framing and panel support]
   3. [Section 07 25 00 — Weather Barriers: Air and moisture barriers behind panel system]
   4. [Section 07 62 00 — Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim: Flashings at panel perimeter]
   5. [Section 09 90 00 — Painting and Coating: Field-applied coatings on support framing]
   6. Section 10 14 00 — Signage: Where porcelain enamel panels include graphic signage content

1.2 BASIS OF DESIGN
A. Basis of Design: Winsor Fireform Porcelain Enamel Steel Panels as manufactured by Winsor Fireform LLC, 3401 Mottman Rd SW, Tumwater, WA 98512; telephone 360-786-8200; email info@winsorfireform.com; website winsorfireform.com; or approved equal.
B. Substitution requests shall demonstrate full compliance with each of the following criteria and shall be accompanied by the completed Substitution Compliance Matrix. Substitutions that do not comply with all stated criteria shall be rejected without further review:
   1. All metal fabrication, porcelain enamel application, graphic imaging, and kiln firing performed within a single manufacturing facility in the United States under unified quality control.
   2. Steel substrate conforming to ASTM A424/A424M Type I at minimum 16-gauge thickness.
   3. Manufacturer maintains an in-house ceramic color formulation laboratory capable of custom-matching colors within 2 NBS units (Delta E less than 2.0 per ASTM D2244 under illuminant D65).
   4. Written 25-year warranty against perceptible fading, defined as Delta E of 2.0 or greater per ASTM D2244 under illuminant D65.
   5. Manufacturing facility located in the United States of America.
   6. [Optional — include only if project requires curved or formed panels:] Curved and formed panel fabrication with full porcelain enamel coverage performed using in-house fabrication equipment.
   7. Single-piece panel capability to [insert project maximum linear dimension] in any direction without seams.

   SUBSTITUTION COMPLIANCE MATRIX
   All criteria must be met. Incomplete submissions shall be rejected without review.

   Criterion — Required standard — Supporting documentation
   1. Single-facility manufacturing — All fabrication, enameling, imaging, and firing at one U.S. facility — Provide facility address and description
   2. Steel substrate gauge — Minimum 16 gauge, ASTM A424/A424M Type I — Submit material certifications
   3. Kiln firing temperature — Minimum 1,300°F (705°C) — Provide process documentation
   4. In-house color laboratory — Custom color matching within 2 NBS units (Delta E less than 2.0) — Describe laboratory capabilities
   5. Maximum single-piece panel size — [Insert project max dimension, e.g., 84 inches] — Confirm or provide maximum achievable size
   6. Curved/formed panel capability (if required) — Full graphic coverage on curved surfaces, in-house equipment — Provide sample photos and process description
   7. 25-year fade warranty — Written warranty, perceptible fading defined as Delta E of 2.0 or greater — Submit warranty document
   8. U.S. manufacturing — Facility located in USA — Confirm
   9. Graphic resolution — 1,200 DPI line art minimum; 150 LPI process minimum — Provide resolution capabilities statement

1.3 REFERENCES
A. The following standards apply to this Section:
   1. ASTM A424/A424M — Specification for Steel, Sheet, for Porcelain Enameling
   2. ASTM B117 — Salt Spray (Fog) Apparatus
   3. ASTM C282 — Acid Resistance of Porcelain Enamels
   4. ASTM C346 — 45-Degree Specular Gloss of Ceramic Materials
   5. ASTM C359 — Linear Thermal Expansion of Porcelain Enamel
   6. ASTM C448 — Abrasion Resistance of Porcelain Enamels
   7. ASTM D2244 — Color Tolerances and Color Differences
   8. PEI S-100 / ALS-100 — Manual of Architectural Porcelain Enamel (Porcelain Enamel Institute)

1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: Manufacturer's complete technical data including steel substrate specifications, enamel system description, applicable ASTM standards, dimensional tolerances, and warranty documentation.
B. Shop Drawings: Fully dimensioned fabrication and installation drawings for each panel type including dimensions, gauge, edge conditions, formed profiles, mounting details, joint widths, and interface with adjacent construction.
C. [Optional] Color Submittals: Where specified or requested, ceramic color samples on steel substrate demonstrating match within 2 NBS units.
D. [Optional] Control Sample: Where specified or requested, one or more physical panel samples, minimum 12 x 12 inches, submitted for Owner approval prior to full production.
E. Structural Calculations: Where required by Authority Having Jurisdiction, provide engineering calculations for panel attachment system demonstrating compliance with wind load and seismic requirements.
F. Warranty: Manufacturer's 25-year fade warranty and 5-year manufacturing defect warranty executed prior to final payment.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Manufacturer Qualifications:
   1. Minimum 10 years of continuous documented experience manufacturing kiln-fired porcelain enamel on steel panel systems for exterior architectural applications.
   2. All metal fabrication, porcelain enamel application, and kiln firing operations performed within a single manufacturing facility in the United States of America.
   3. In-house metal fabrication equipment shall include, at minimum: CNC laser or plasma cutting, press brake forming, welding, and precision cutting.
   4. In-house ceramic color formulation laboratory capable of custom-matching colors within 2 NBS units.
   5. Demonstrated capability to produce single-piece panels up to [insert project maximum linear dimension] in any direction.
   6. Warranty the finished project for 25 years against perceptible fading, defined as Delta E of 2.0 or greater per ASTM D2244 under illuminant D65.
B. [Optional — include only if project requires curved or formed panels:] Demonstrated capability to produce curved and formed panels with full porcelain enamel coverage, using in-house metal forming equipment.
C. [Optional] Mock-Up: Before fabricating panels, fabricate a mock-up panel of minimum 24 x 24 inches demonstrating specified color, gloss, finish, edge condition, and attachment method. Obtain Architect's written approval before proceeding with full fabrication.

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. Deliver panels in manufacturer's protective packaging.
B. Inspect panels upon delivery for visible defects. Notify manufacturer within five business days of receipt of any defects with written description and photographs. Do not return panels without prior manufacturer authorization.
C. Store panels on padded supports, protected from construction traffic, moisture, and abrasive contact. Retain protective packaging until immediately prior to installation.
D. Handle panels with padded equipment. Avoid point loading, edge contact, and face abrasion.

1.7 WARRANTY
A. Fade Warranty: Manufacturer's written warranty against perceptible fading, defined as color change of Delta E of 2.0 or greater per ASTM D2244 under illuminant D65, for 25 years from date of shipment. The warranty shall survive transfer of ownership of the project.
B. Manufacturing Defect Warranty: Manufacturer's written warranty against delamination or deterioration resulting from manufacturing errors for 5 years from date of shipment. Remedy: repair or replacement, one time, at no cost to original Customer. Where possible, replacement panels shall use the original ceramic color formulation batch.
C. Warranty Exclusions: Warranty does not cover improper installation, failure to maintain per manufacturer's guidelines, vandalism, physical damage, acts of God, or panel removal and reinstallation costs.

PART 2 — PRODUCTS and PART 3 — EXECUTION continue in Section 7 of the Winsor Fireform Specifier's Guide.

SECTION 09 30 00 — PORCELAIN ENAMEL GRAPHIC TILE

PART 1 — GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section includes kiln-fired porcelain enamel graphic tile systems for the following applications as indicated on the Drawings. Delete inapplicable items:
   1. [Graphic tile murals on interior and exterior walls]
   2. [Transit platform and station art tile]
   3. [Public plaza and walkway tile with embedded graphics]
   4. [Feature walls and architectural tile installations]
   5. [Interpretive and educational tile panels]
B. Related Sections. Delete inapplicable items:
   1. [Section 03 30 00 — Cast-in-Place Concrete: Substrates receiving tile installation]
   2. [Section 07 10 00 — Dampproofing and Waterproofing: Waterproofing membranes at wet or exterior locations]
   3. [Section 09 30 00 — Tiling: Tile-setting trades and mortar bed systems]
   4. [Section 10 14 00 — Signage: Where tile installation includes graphic signage content]

1.2 BASIS OF DESIGN
A. Basis of Design: Winsor Fireform Porcelain Enamel Graphic Tile as manufactured by Winsor Fireform LLC, 3401 Mottman Rd SW, Tumwater, WA 98512; telephone 360-786-8200; email info@winsorfireform.com; website winsorfireform.com; or approved equal.
B. Substitution requests shall demonstrate full compliance with each of the following criteria. Substitutions that do not comply with all stated criteria shall be rejected without further review:
   1. Through-body vitrified porcelain tile substrate with water absorption not exceeding 0.5 percent per ASTM C373. Standard ceramic tile or glazed wall tile substrates are not acceptable.
   2. All porcelain enamel application, graphic imaging, and kiln firing performed at a single manufacturing facility in the United States under unified quality control.
   3. Kiln firing of graphic system at temperatures consistent with true porcelain enamel color fastness.
   4. In-house ceramic color formulation laboratory capable of custom-matching colors within 2 NBS units (Delta E less than 2.0 per ASTM D2244 under illuminant D65).
   5. Written 25-year warranty against perceptible fading, defined as Delta E of 2.0 or greater per ASTM D2244 under illuminant D65.
   6. Freeze-thaw durability demonstrated by compliant water absorption testing per ASTM C373.

1.3 REFERENCES
   1. ASTM C373 — Water Absorption, Bulk Density, and Apparent Specific Gravity of Fired Whiteware Products
   2. ASTM C648 — Breaking Strength of Ceramic Tile
   3. ASTM C482 — Bond Strength of Ceramic Tile to Portland Cement Paste
   4. ASTM C448 — Abrasion Resistance of Porcelain Enamels
   5. ASTM D2244 — Color Tolerances and Color Differences
   6. ANSI A137.1 — American National Standard Specifications for Ceramic Tile (porcelain tile requirements)
   7. PEI S-100 / ALS-100 — Manual of Architectural Porcelain Enamel (Porcelain Enamel Institute)

1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: Manufacturer's technical data sheets describing tile substrate, enamel system, water absorption test results, applicable standards, and warranty terms.
B. Shop Drawings: Layout drawings for tile field indicating tile sizes, joint widths, graphic registration across tile joints, and relationship to adjacent construction.
C. Graphic Proofs: Digital layout proofs showing full-field graphic content and tile grid for Designer approval prior to production.
D. [Optional] Color Submittals: Ceramic color samples on tile substrate demonstrating match within 2 NBS units.
E. [Optional] Control Sample: One or more representative tiles from the project batch submitted for Owner and Designer approval prior to full production.
F. Warranty: Manufacturer's 25-year fade warranty executed and submitted prior to final payment.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Tile Substrate: Through-body vitrified porcelain conforming to ANSI A137.1 with water absorption not exceeding 0.5 percent per ASTM C373. Fired to full vitrification throughout tile body thickness.
B. Manufacturer: Minimum 10 years documented experience manufacturing kiln-fired porcelain enamel graphic tile systems for exterior or interior public installations. Provide portfolio documentation including transit, civic, or cultural venue projects.
C. Installer: Tile installer experienced in large-format porcelain tile with graphic registration requirements. Installer shall review manufacturer's installation instructions and graphic layout drawings prior to commencement.
D. Mockup: Assemble a minimum 4-tile by 4-tile mockup panel at project site or approved location, demonstrating graphic registration, joint width, and installation method. Obtain Designer approval before proceeding with full installation.

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. Deliver tiles in manufacturer's original packaging, clearly labeled by tile ID corresponding to installation layout drawings.
B. Inspect tiles upon delivery. Notify manufacturer within five business days of receipt of any defects with written description and photographs.
C. Store tiles flat on padded supports in dry interior conditions. Do not stack more than 10 boxes high. Protect from construction traffic and impact.

1.7 WARRANTY
A. Fade Warranty: Manufacturer's written warranty against perceptible fading, defined as Delta E of 2.0 or greater per ASTM D2244 under illuminant D65, for 25 years from date of shipment. The warranty shall survive transfer of ownership of the project.
B. Warranty Exclusions: Warranty does not cover damage from improper installation, failure to use appropriate tile-setting materials, physical impact, acts of God, or improper maintenance.

PART 2 — PRODUCTS and PART 3 — EXECUTION continue in Section 8 of the Winsor Fireform Specifier's Guide.