SECTION 09 9100

PHOTOLUMINESCENT (Luminous) PAINTS and EGRESS PATH MARKINGS

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This master specification section has been prepared by EverGlow NA, Inc. for use in the preparation of a project

specification section covering photoluminescent (luminous) egress path markings including ADA and other signs, exit and evacuation maps, and stair, handrail, obstacle, and directional markers.

EverGlow NA, Inc. also offers photoluminescent exit signs; refer to specification Section 26 5313 -

Photoluminescent Exit Signs.

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PART 1	GENERAL

1.1	SUMMARY

A.	Section Includes:

1.	Luminous (Photoluminescent) paints and egress path markings:

a.	[Epoxy] [urethane] paint.

b.	[Stair nosings] [stair] markers.

c.	[Handrail] [obstacle] [perimeter demarcation] [directional] [and]

[____] markers.

d.	[Exit signs] [and] [evacuation maps].

e.	[Door handle] [push bar] and [door frame] markers.

f.	[ADA] [and] [______] signs.

Coordinate the following paragraphs with other sections in the project manual.

B.	Related Sections:

1.	Division 01: Administrative, procedural, and temporary work requirements.

2.	Section 26 5213 - Photoluminescent Exit Signs.

3.	Section 10 1443 – Photoluminescent Egress Path Markings.

4.	Section 09 9100 – Photoluminescent Paints.

5.	Section 05 5500 – Photoluminescent (Metal) Stair Treads and Nosings.

1.2	REFERENCES

A.	National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) (www.nfpa.org) 101 - Life Safety Code.

B.	Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) (www.ul.com) 1994 - Standard for Luminous Egress Path

Marking Systems, 410 – Standard for Slip Resistance for Floor Surface Materials.

C.	American Society for Testing & Materials (ASTM) () E2072 – Standard

Specification for Photoluminescent (Phosphorescent) Safety Systems and E2073 – Standard

Test Method for Photopic Luminance of Photoluminescent (Phosphorescent) Markings.

1.3	QUALITY ASSURANCE

A.	Provide stair nosings, directional and egress markings in accordance with [NFPA 101.] [Building

Code.] [Fire Code.]

1.4	SUBMITTALS

Limiting submittals to only those actually required helps to minimize liability arising from the review of submittals. Minimize submittals on smaller, less complex projects.

Include the following for submission of shop drawings, product data, and samples for the Architect's review.

A.	Submittals for Review:

1.	Shop Drawings: Indicate sign locations, content, mounting heights, and attachments.

2.	Product Data: Include product description, materials, finishes, and performance

characteristics.

3.	Samples:

a.	[Epoxy] [urethane] paint sample card.

inches.]

b.	[Stair nosings] [stair] markers.

Minimum [12] [__] inches long.

c.	[Handrail] [obstacle] [perimeter demarcation] [directional] [and]

[____] markers: Minimum [12] [ ] inches long.

d.	[Door handle] [push bar] and [door frame] markers: [4 x 4] [__ x __] inches.

e.	[Exit signs] [and] [evacuation maps]: [Full size map.] [Minimum [6 x 6] [__ x __]

f.	[ADA] [and] [____] signs: [Full size sign.] [Minimum [6 x 6] [__ x __] inches.]

Include the following for submission of sustainable design submittals.

B.	Sustainable Design Submittals:

1.	Regional Materials: Certify manufacturing location.

2.	Recycled Content: Certify percent recycled content and designate whether pre-consumer

or post-consumer.

3.	Paints and Coatings: Certify high solids content, low VOC emissions

1.5	DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A.	Store paints, stair nosings, signs and markings in cool, dry location until applied or installed.

1.6	WARRANTIES

A.	Provide manufacturer's limited warranty

1.	Paints, stair nosings, signs and markings installed in interior locations: 25 years.

2.	Paints, stair nosings, signs and markings installed in exterior locations: 3 years.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

A.	Contract Documents are based on products by EverGlow NA, Inc. ()

Edit the following to indicate whether or not substitutions will be permitted for the products in this section.

B.	Substitutions: [Under provisions of Division 01.] [Not permitted.]

2.2 MATERIALS

A.	Photoluminescent (Luminous) Stair Nosings and Egress Path Markings:

1.	Photoluminescent material absorbs and stores energy from ambient light – interior

lighting and sunlight, does not require any external power supply.

2.	Non-toxic, non-radioactive.

3.	Free from vinyl and polyvinyl chloride compounds.

4.	Manufactured using low-VOC inks and coatings. High solid coatings.

5.	High-visibility illumination.

6.	Tested and listed to UL 1994.

7.	UL approved for use in interior locations with fluorescent lighting.

8.	Stair nosings and markings that can be used on stair nosings are listed to UL1994 and

UL410, or,

9.	Tested to meet ASTM E2072 or E2073 luminance requirements.

In the following paragraph, select material and luminance:

-	EverGlow TL300 [Epoxy] [Urethane] Coating for permanent lighting throughout period of use. Application

areas include aisles, corridors, staircases, carpeted stair nosings, temporarily used areas, underground

traffic areas, and tunnels, and escape routes. High luminance epoxy coatings meet ASTM requirements

and can be applied over white or yellow primer coatings.

-	EverGlow aluminum stair nosings (approximately 3 inches wide) and renovation treads (approximately 9

inches wide), aluminum stair markers and marking strips with ceramic wear layer, signs and markers.

-	EverGlow [Tamper Resistant Tape, a conformable acrylic film] [Premium Tape, a durable polyester film]

for marking stairs and handrails, obstacles and hazards, perimeter (demarcation lines) of landings and

corridors, door frames and push bars.

-	EverGlow HI150 (standard luminance) for permanent lighting throughout period of use. Application areas

include aisles, corridors, staircases, temporarily used areas, underground traffic areas, and tunnels, and

escape routes. Standard luminance signs and markings meet UL1994 requirements.

-	EverGlow HI300 or TL300 (high luminance) for permanent lighting throughout period of use. Application

areas include aisles, corridors, staircases, temporarily used areas, underground traffic areas, and tunnels,

and escape routes. High luminance signs and markings meet both UL1994 and ASTM requirements.

10.	Source: EverGlow [HI.] [TL.]

B.	Frames and Mounting Brackets:

1.	Where framed and flag-mounted signs are scheduled, provide aluminum frames

with satin finish.

2.	Recycled content: Minimum 60 percent, with minimum 60 percent classified as post-

consumer.

C.	Fasteners:

1.	Mechanical fasteners and stand-offs for signs or stair nosings are stainless steel or

chromed as required.

2.	Adhesive: use additional construction adhesive as necessary.

D.	Refer to Schedule at end of Section for specific components.

PART 3	EXECUTION

3.1	PREPARATION

A.	Clean installation surfaces of dirt, oil, grease, and loose matter that could impair adhesion.

3.2	INSTALLATION

A.	Install markings in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and approved Shop Drawings.

B.	Locate markings in accordance with [NFPA 101.] [Building Code.] [Fire Code.]

C.	Install markings level, straight, and true to line.

3.3	SCHEDULE

Include the following for a schedule listing the products in this section; edit to suit project requirements.

Coordinate with Part 2 - Products and with drawing designations.

With so many different EverGlow product offerings and potential installation applications it would be impossible to develop a comprehensive schedule, and difficult to edit if we did. The following is intended to offer guidance to the design professional in developing a schedule for each project.

LOCATION	MARKING TYPE	MODEL NO.	REMARKS

Steps and Landings	Epoxy Coating	TL300 Epoxy Coating Kit	Leading edge of each step, and

TL300 Urethane Coating Kit	perimeter of landings; paints are

NOT suitable for vertical

Surfaces

Steps and Landings	Stair Nosing	90.US0333 (existing)	Leading edge of each step

90.US0500 (renovation tread)

90.US0321 (new)

90.US0935 (new, 2-piece)

Steps, Landings	Marking Strip	15.US7655 (1" wide)	Leading edge of each step,

and Door Frames	(Demarcation	15.US7695 (2" wide)	perimeter of landings, door

Lines)	frames, push bars on doors

Steps, Landings,	Guidance Tape	59.US7401	Leading edge of each step,

Door Frames, and	(Demarcation	49.US7401	perimeter of landings, door

Push Bars on Doors	Lines)	frames, push bars on doors

Handrails	Guidance Tape	59.US7401	Top of handrails, entire length

49.US7401	and returns

Obstacles	Obstacle Tape	59.US7416	Obstacles protruding into the

49.US7416	egress path

Door Hardware	4x4 inch Marker	15.US3010	Door handles on intermediate

and final exit doors; use

59.US7401 on push bars

Walls in Corridors,	Directional Marker	15.US3005	Exit to the left

Directional Changes	15.US3008	Exit to the right

within Exits	Various	All directions available

Doors from Exit	Exit Sign	15.0029	EXIT right

Enclosures	ISO (International	15.0031	EXIT left

Egress)	6x6 inches or larger	On final exit door(s) only

Doors from Exit	Exit Sign	15.US3163	EXIT right

Enclosures	ISO Egress Symbol	15.US3162	EXIT left

and EXIT	9.5x4.5 inches or larger	On final exit door(s) only

Walls, near the	Floor Identification	Various, 18x12 inches	As required inside exit,

Door on each Floor	Sign	or larger (Custom)	each floor, each exit

Landing

Information Signs	No Roof Access	Various	As required inside exit,

As Required	No Re-entry	(Custom)	each floor, each exit

Re-entry on [__]

Fire Safety,	Fire Extinguisher	15.US0900	As required inside exit

Communications	Fire Hose	15.US1120

Equipment

Walls Inside Exit	Area of Refuge	15.US0001	At each door opening to

Enclosures	Area of	Rescue	15.US0002	the Area of Refuge

NOTE:	59.US7401 and 59.US7416 are EverGlow Tamper Resistant Tapes (1 in x 100 ft)

49.US7401 and 49.US7416 are EverGlow Premium Tapes (1 in x 100 ft)

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