Installation Processes

DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

GRP parts shall be transported and handled in a manner that avoids damage or excessive stress. Packaging or components showing signs of damage should be marked as such on freight documents, inspected immediately and claimed for any damage due to shipping with the freight carrier. Advise the carrier and Nod of any damage immediately. GRP parts shall be protected from rain, snow, sunlight, excessive weather conditions, high levels of humidity, and job site damage. Place non-staining resilient spacers between parts and support parts during shipment and subsequent unloading and storage. Protect parts from dirt and damage during handling, transport and storage. Store unpackaged parts indoors on firm, level and smooth surfaces with part identification labels clearly visible.

PREPARATORY WORK

Site Conditions:

The site conditions are to be reviewed for compliance with Nod' requirements relating to installation tolerances and any other conditions that may affect the installation and performance of GRP parts. Any unsatisfactory conditions are to be corrected prior to installation. Field measurements are to be taken to verify the dimensions, including those not shown on the drawings, and provide specific details of any changes for inclusion into Nod shop drawings prior to it commencing the manufacture of custom molds and GRP parts. Nod will produce parts in accordance with the approved shop drawings only, and is NOT responsible for any deviations between the site conditions and the approved drawings. It is the Installing contractor's responsibility to order the correct quantities of parts including a waste allowance, if applicable.

Substrates:

The framing and/or substrates to accept GRP parts shall be surfaced with suitable materials and weather barrier as applicable and installed straight and true within 1/8” in 8 linear ft. ► 3mm in 2500mm. The substrate shall be free of obstruction and interference that prevents the correct positioning and attachment of the GRP parts. Structural framing and substrate shall be of the proper size and design for the intended use and shall be sufficient to properly support the installed GRP parts.

INSTALLER SAFETY

Installers are to wear appropriate personal protection equipment when handling or installing Nod materials. This should include eye protection, gloves and dust masks. Please adhere to local regulations and rules established at the job site.

Cutting:

When cutting parts is required, use the most suitable cutting method listed below. Always wear goggles and a dust mask.

A reciprocating saw with a medium grit composite blade.
A mini grinder with 100mm medium grit composite blade or diamond blade.
A chop saw with a diamond blade for smaller moldings etc

Refer to Nod shop drawings for more information.

Attachment:

Wherever possible, GRP parts are to be installed with concealed fastening methods such as beneath flashings or behind caulked joints. Parts should have pre-drilled oversize clearance holes for fasteners and neoprene shims (or equivalent) installed behind the panel edges being fastened to facilitate movement due to expansion and contraction. A bond breaker tape should be applied inside the joint over the top of the fasteners prior to caulking the joint.

Monolithic joints used to make two or more parts appear as one continuous piece are generally NOT recommended except for specific interior applications as detailed on the drawings.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Clean soiled GRP surfaces with water and household liquid dishwasher detergent.

Stubborn stains, minor burns or scratches can be removed by careful, localized wet sanding to remove the stain and renewing the Gelcoat finish with polishing.

INSTALLATION

Install GRP parts as indicated on the approved shop drawings, instructions and the contract documents. The installing contractor is to supply and install all brackets, shims, other hardware and adhesives as required for the installation and proper alignment of the GRP parts with adjacent parts and materials. Part thicknesses may vary. Allow for shim spaces between the GRP and the substrate. Attach the GRP parts using corrosion resistant screws, bolts or other fasteners as shown on the shop drawings. Additional bracing, fastening points etc. not shown on the drawings, may be required to ensure a proper installation.