Reef Industries, Inc.
9209 Almeda Genoa Rd. Houston, Texas 77075
Toll Free	(800) 231-6074
Phone	(713) 507-4251
Fax	(713) 507-4295
Web Site	www.reefindustries.com
E-Mail	ri@reefindustries.com

Product Guide Specification

Specifier Notes: This product guide specification is written according to the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) Format, including MasterFormat (1995 Edition), SectionFormat, and PageFormat, contained in the CSI Manual of Practice.

The section must be carefully reviewed and edited by the Architect to meet the requirements of the project and local building code. Coordinate this section with other specification sections and the drawings.

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SECTION 07260

REINFORCED VAPOR RETARDERS FOR WALLS

Specifier Notes: This section covers Reef Industries, Inc. “Griffolyn” reinforced vapor retarders for wall applications.

To prepare a “Short Form” version of this section, delete Articles 1.2 Related Sections, 1.3
References, and 1.5 Quality Assurance. Renumber remaining articles in Part 1.

Consult Reef Industries for assistance in editing this section for the specific application.

PART 1	GENERAL

1.1	SECTION INCLUDES

A.	Reinforced vapor retarders for wall applications.

1.2	RELATED SECTIONS

Specifier Notes: Edit the following list as required for the project. List other sections with work directly related to the reinforced vapor retarders.

A.	Section 07410 - Metal Roof and Wall Panels. B.	Section 07420 - Plastic Roof and Wall Panels.

C.	Section 07460 - Siding.

D.	Section 09250 - Gypsum Board. E.	Section 09500 - Ceilings.
F.	Section 09720 - Wall Covering.

1.3	REFERENCES

Specifier Notes: List standards referenced in this section, complete with designations and titles. This article does not require compliance with standards, but is merely a listing of those used.

A.	ASTM D 882 - Tensile Properties of Thin Plastic Sheeting.

B.	ASTM D 1709 - Impact Resistance of Plastic Film by the Free-Falling Dart Method.

C.	ASTM D 2582 - Puncture-Propagation Tear Resistance of Plastic Film and Thin Sheeting. D.	ASTM D 3776 - Mass per Unit Area (Weight) of Woven Fabric.
E.	ASTM D 4833 - Index Puncture Resistance of Geotextiles, Geomembranes, and Related
Products.

F.	ASTM E 84 - Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials. G.	ASTM E 96 - Water Vapor Transmission of Materials.
H.	NFPA 701 - Fire Tests for Flame-Resistant Textiles and Films.

1.4	SUBMITTALS

A.	Comply with Section 01330 - Submittal Procedures.

B.	Product Data: Submit manufacturer's product data, including installation instructions. C.	Samples: Submit manufacturer’s samples of reinforced vapor retarders.
1.5	QUALITY ASSURANCE

Specifier Notes: Describe requirements for a meeting to coordinate the installation of the reinforced vapor retarders and to sequence related work. Delete this paragraph if not required.

A.	Preinstallation Meeting: Convene a preinstallation meeting [2] [  	 ] weeks before start of installation of reinforced vapor retarders. Require attendance of parties directly affecting work of this section, including Contractor, Architect, and installer. Review installation, protection, and coordination with other work.

1.6	DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A.	Delivery: Deliver materials to site in manufacturer's original, unopened containers and

packaging, with labels clearly identifying product name and manufacturer.

B.	Storage: Store materials in a clean, dry area in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. C.	Handling: Protect materials during handling and installation to prevent damage.

PART 2	PRODUCTS

2.1	MANUFACTURER

A.	Reef Industries, Inc., 9209 Almeda Genoa Rd., Houston, Texas 77075.
Toll Free (800) 231-6074. Phone (713) 507-4251. Fax (713) 507-4295. Web Site www.reefindustries.com. E-Mail ri@reefindustries.com.

2.2	REINFORCED VAPOR RETARDERS FOR WALLS

Specifier Notes: Consult Reef Industries for assistance in determining the required reinforced vapor retarder for the specific wall application. Delete vapor retarders not required.

A.	Reinforced Vapor Retarder: Griffolyn Type-65.
1.	Material: 3-ply laminate, combining 2 layers of high-density polyethylene and 1 high- strength non-woven cord grid.
2.	Weight, ASTM D 3776: 37 lb/1,000 ft2 (18.1 kg/100 m2).
3.	Puncture Propagation Tear, ASTM D 2582: 28 lb (124 N).
4.	Permeance (Perm), ASTM E 96: 0.038 grains/hr-ft2-in Hg (2.18 ng/(Pa-s-m2)).
5.	Drop Dart, ASTM D 1709: 500 g.
6.	Tensile Strength, 3 Inches, ASTM D 882: 96 lb/5,442 psi (427 N/37,522 kPa).
7.	Puncture Strength, ASTM D 4833: 24 lb (106 N).
8.	Usable Temperature Range: -25 to 170 degrees F (-32 to 77 degrees C).

B.	Reinforced Vapor Retarder: Griffolyn Type-85.
1.	Material: 5-ply laminate, combining 3 layers of high-density polyethylene and 2 high- strength non-woven cord grids.
2.	Weight, ASTM D 3776: 70 lb/1,000 ft2 (34.2 kg/100 m2).
3.	Puncture Propagation Tear, ASTM D 2582: 40 lb (178 N).
4.	Permeance (Perm), ASTM E 96: 0.027 grains/hr-ft2-in Hg (1.551 ng/(Pa-s-m2)).
5.	Drop Dart, ASTM D 1709: 1,900 g.
6.	Tensile Strength, 3 Inches, ASTM D 882: 225 lb/3,846 psi (1000 N/26,515 kPa).
7.	Puncture Strength, ASTM D 4833: 50 lb (222 N).
8.	Usable Temperature Range: -40 to 170 degrees F (-40 to 77 degrees C).

C.	Reinforced Vapor Retarder: Griffolyn Type-105.
1.	Material: 7-ply laminate, combining 4 layers of high-density polyethylene and 3 high- strength non-woven cord grids.
2.	Weight, ASTM D 3776:  82lb/1,000 ft2 (40 kg/100 m2).
3.	Puncture Propagation Tear, ASTM D 2582:  45 lb (200 N).
4.	Permeance (Perm), ASTM E 96: 0.021 grains/hr-ft2-in Hg (1.207 ng/(Pa-s-m2)).
5.	Drop Dart, ASTM D 1709: 2,300 g.
6.	Tensile Strength, 3 Inches, ASTM D 882: 275 lb/5,464 psi (1,223 N/37,674 kPa).
7.	Puncture Strength, ASTM D 4833: 72 lb (320 N).
8.	Usable Temperature Range: -45 to 170 degrees F (-42 to 77 degrees C).

D.	Reinforced Vapor Retarder: Griffolyn Vaporguard.
1.	Material: 3-ply laminate, with an aluminum core surrounded by 2 layers of multi-axially oriented, high-density polyethylene.
2.	Weight, ASTM D 3776: 70 lb/1,000 ft2 (34.2 kg/100 m2).
3.	Puncture Propagation Tear, ASTM D 2582: 15 lb (68 N).
4.	Permeance (Perm), ASTM E 96: 0.000 grains/hr-ft2-in Hg (0.000 ng/(Pa-s-m2)).
5.	Drop Dart, ASTM D 1709: 590 g.
6.	Tensile Strength, 3 Inches, ASTM D 882: 100 lb/2,200 psi (448 N/15,160 kPa).
7.	Puncture Strength, ASTM D 4833: 42 lb (187 N).
8.	Usable Temperature Range: -40 to 170 degrees F (-40 to 77 degrees C).

E.	Fire Retardant Reinforced Vapor Retarder: Griffolyn Type-55 FR.
1.	Material: Fire retardant 3-ply laminate, combining 2 layers of linear low-density polyethylene and 1 high-strength non-woven cord grid.
2.	Weight, ASTM D 3776: 29 lb/1,000 ft2 (14 kg/100 m2).
3.	Puncture Propagation Tear, ASTM D 2582: 18 lb (80 N).
4.	Permeance (Perm), ASTM E 96: 0.062 grains/hr-ft2-in Hg (3.556 ng/(Pa-s-m2)).
5.	Drop Dart, ASTM D 1709: 330 g.
6.	Tensile Strength, 3 Inches, ASTM D 882: 85 lb/5,059 psi (378 N/34,885 kPa).
7.	Puncture Strength, ASTM D 4833: 23 lb (102 N).
8.	Surface Burning Characteristics:
a.	NFPA 701, Large Scale: Pass.
b.	UBC 42 and ASTM E 84: Class I, Class A flame spread rating. Flame spread 5, smoke developed 45.
9.	Usable Temperature Range: -5 to 150 degrees F (-20 to 66 degrees C).

F.	Fire Retardant Reinforced Vapor Retarder: Griffolyn TX-1200 FR.
1.	Material: Fire retardant 3-ply laminate, combining 2 layers of linear low-density polyethylene and 1 high-strength non-woven cord grid.
2.	Weight, ASTM D 3776: 43 lb/1,000 ft2 (21 kg/100 m2).
3.	Puncture Propagation Tear, ASTM D 2582: 26 lb (116 N).
4.	Permeance (Perm), ASTM E 96: 0.036 grains/hr-ft2-in Hg (2.06 ng/(Pa-s-m2)).
5.	Drop Dart, ASTM D 1709 Method B: 330 g.
6.	Tensile Strength, 3 Inches, ASTM D 882: 100 lb/4,504 psi (445 N/31,058 kPa).
7.	Puncture Strength, ASTM D 4833: 26 lb (116 N).
8.	Surface Burning Characteristics:
a.	NFPA 701, Large Scale: Pass.
b.	UBC 42 and ASTM E 84: Class I, Class A flame spread rating. Flame spread 5 smoke developed 70.
9.	Usable Temperature Range: -10 to 170 degrees F (-23 to 77 degrees C).

G.	Fire Retardant Reinforced Vapor Retarder: Griffolyn Type-90 FR.
1.	Material: Fire retardant 5-ply laminate, combining 3 layers of linear low-density polyethylene and 2 high-strength non-woven cord grids.
2.	Weight, ASTM D 3776: 70 lb/1,000 ft2 (34.2 kg/100 m2).
3.	Puncture Propagation Tear, ASTM D 2582: 36 lb (160 N).
4.	Permeance (Perm), ASTM E 96: 0.028 grains/hr-ft2-in Hg (1.61 ng/(Pa-s-m2)).
5.	Drop Dart, ASTM D 1709: 1,200 g.
6.	Tensile Strength, 3 Inches, ASTM D 882: 185 lb/4,250 psi (823N/29,200 kPa).
7.	Puncture Strength, ASTM D 4833: 47 lb (209 N).
8.	Surface Burning Characteristics:

a.	NFPA 701, Large Scale: Pass.
b.	UBC 42 and ASTM E 84: Class 1, Class B flame spread rating. Flame spread 5, smoke developed 135.
9.	Usable Temperature Range: -40 to 170 degrees F (-40 to 77 degrees C).

2.3	ACCESSORIES
A.	General:  Ensure accessories are from same manufacturer as reinforced vapor retarders.
B.	Mastic Tape: Griffolyn® Fab Tape. RI Part Number: 60-0002.
1.	Description:  Black, double-sided, asphaltic, pressure-sensitive, mastic tape.
2.	Weight:  3.75 pounds per 100 feet (1.7 kg per 30 m).
3.	Thickness:  35 mils (0.9 mm).
4.	3 Inch Seam Shear:  35 pounds (156N).

C.	Self-Adhesive Tape:  Griffolyn® White Sealant Tape RI Part Number: 60-0153.
1.	Description: Reinforced white backing with Gray Adhesive.
2.	Weight: 3.0 lbs for 4 inch x 50 foot roll.
3.	Thickness: 26 mils (0.65 mm).
4.	3 inch Seam Shear: 30 lbs (134 N)

D.	Fire Retardant Self- Adhesive Tape: Griff Tape FR RI Part Number: 60-0151.
1.	Description: White backed adhesive tape.
2.	Weight: 3.75 lbs per roll, 4 inch x 180 feet long.
3.	Thickness: 5 mils (0.125 mm).
4.	Adhesion to Steel: 66 oz/in (18 N/in).

E.	Pipe Boots: Griffolyn® pipe boots, factory-fabricated.

PART 3	EXECUTION

3.1	EXAMINATION

A.	Examine areas to receive reinforced vapor retarders. Notify Architect if areas are not acceptable. Do not begin installation until unacceptable conditions have been corrected.

3.2	INSTALLATION

A.	Install reinforced vapor retarders in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

B.	Install vapor retarders continuously at locations on walls as indicated on the drawings. Ensure there are no discontinuities in vapor retarder at seams and penetrations.

C.	Install vapor retarders in largest practical widths.

D.	Ensure surface behind vapor retarder is smooth with no sharp projections.

E.	Join sections of vapor retarder and seal penetrations in vapor retarder with mastic tape. Ensure vapor retarder surfaces to receive mastic tape are clean and dry.

F.	Immediately repair holes in vapor retarder with self-adhesive repair tape.

G.	Seal around pipes and other penetrations in vapor retarder with pipe boots in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

3.3	PROTECTION

A.	Protect reinforced vapor retarders from damage until covered by finish wall.

B.	Immediately repair damaged vapor retarder in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

END OF SECTION