Manufacturer's qualifications
Applicator's qualifications
Evidence of acceptable variation
Warranty
SD-08 Manufacturer's Instructions
Application instructions
Provide manufacturer's instructions including preparation,
application, recommended equipment to be used, safety measures,
and protection of completed application.
1.3
QUALITY ASSURANCE
1.3.1
Qualifications
a.
Manufacturer's qualifications: Minimum five years record of
successful in-service experience of water repellent treatments
manufactured for [concrete,] [concrete masonry,] [plaster]
application.
b.
Applicator's qualifications: Minimum five years successful
experience in projects of similar scope using specified or similar
treatment materials and manufacturer's approval for application.
1.3.2
Performance Requirements
a.
Water absorption: ASTM C 140.
Comparison of treated and
untreated specimens.
b.
Moisture vapor transmission:
ASTM E 96.
Comparison of treated
and untreated specimens.
c.
Water penetration and leakage through masonry:
ASTM E 514.
1.3.3
Evidence of Acceptable Variation
If a product proposed for use does not conform to requirements of the
referenced specification, submit for approval to the Contracting Officer,
evidence that the proposed product is either equal to or better than the
product specified. Include the following:
a.
Identification of the proposed substitution;
b.
Reason why the substitution is necessary;
c.
A comparative analysis of the specified product and the proposed
substitution, including tabulations of the composition of pigment
and vehicle;
d.
The difference between the specified product and the proposed
substitution; and
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