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Section 05400
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F. Protective Finishing: Paint abraded surfaces and welds after fabrication, using galvanizing repair paint for
galvanized surfaces.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.01 INSTALLATION
A. General: Install metal framing systems, steel studs and accessories in accordance with Drawings and
approved shop drawings. Spacing of studs shall not exceed 16" o.c.
B. Securely anchor track to floor and overhead structure or members. Seat studs squarely in the track with the
stud web and flange securely attached to the flanges or web of both the upper and lower tracks.
C. Allow for structural movement by providing connections designed specifically for that purpose including
vertical slide clips, space between studs and top track braced with bridging in accordance with approved shop
drawings.
D. No splices in studs, joists, or other load carrying members shall be made without prior engineering review
and specific details for any such splices. Welds shall be fillet, plug, butt or seam.
E. Construct corners using minimum three studs. Double stud at wall opening, door and window jambs.
F. Provide rows of horizontal bridging at spacing in accordance with approved shop drawings to resist lateral
forces and stud rotation.
G. Touch-up Painting: Paint abraded surfaces and welds after installation, using galvanizing repair paint for
galvanized surfaces.
3.02 TOLERANCES
A. Maximum variation from true position: +/- 1/8" from plan location.
B. Maximum variation of any member from plane: 1/8" in 10 feet.
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