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J. Peter Jordan
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Username: jpjordan

Post Number: 954
Registered: 05-2004
Posted on Tuesday, March 21, 2017 - 01:11 pm:   Edit PostDelete PostPrint Post

I am starting to work on a specification for Extech's Kineticwall. (see https://extechinc.com/products/kinetic-wall-dynamic-facade/). This looks like a very interesting product, but I am wondering where to put it. I had though Division 07, but it really is more of a screen (Division 10). It is also a custom designed product that requires engineering services , so I am thinking maybe Division 13.

Anyone have any thoughts, and does anyone know of a similar product?
J. Peter Jordan, FCSI, AIA, CCS, LEED AP, SCIP
Michael Chusid, RA FCSI CCS
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Username: michael_chusid

Post Number: 262
Registered: 10-2003


Posted on Tuesday, March 21, 2017 - 01:15 pm:   Edit PostDelete PostPrint Post

12 10 00 Art
Michael Chusid, RA FCSI CCS
www.chusid.com www.buildingproduct.guru 818-219-4937
Jeffrey Wilson CSI CCS SCIP
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Username: wilsonconsulting

Post Number: 207
Registered: 03-2006


Posted on Tuesday, March 21, 2017 - 05:06 pm:   Edit PostDelete PostPrint Post

Looks like a screen to me. I would use 108213 w/ a title like "Exterior Architectural Screens" or perhaps "Exterior Decorative Kinetic Screens."
Jeffrey Wilson CCS CSI SCIP
Wilson Consulting Inc
Ardmore PA
Steven Bruneel, AIA, CSI-CDT, LEED-AP, EDAC
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Username: redseca2

Post Number: 584
Registered: 12-2006


Posted on Tuesday, March 21, 2017 - 06:42 pm:   Edit PostDelete PostPrint Post

Sometimes, the product is sort of like the flying Lady hood ornament on a Rolls-Royce. No matter where you put it in the spec, it's not going to get lost.
Michael Chusid, RA FCSI CCS
Senior Member
Username: michael_chusid

Post Number: 263
Registered: 10-2003


Posted on Tuesday, March 21, 2017 - 07:20 pm:   Edit PostDelete PostPrint Post

I like Steven's approach.

Sometimes there is a story that goes beyond the narrow focus of ordinary specification writing. When I looked at the manufacturer's website, my instinct as a journalist took over and I wondered, "what is the greatest value this provides?" The story that will be of greatest value to the architect and owner is that they have created a piece of public art -- something that will visually delight viewers and become a landmark for the community. Identifying it in the project manual as art begins the discussion that will later be advanced by the local press and civic leaders. Share this reasoning with your client (or employer) so they know you see the bigger picture.
Michael Chusid, RA FCSI CCS
www.chusid.com www.buildingproduct.guru 818-219-4937
Richard Gonser AIA CSI CCCA SCIP
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Username: rich_gonser

Post Number: 137
Registered: 11-2008
Posted on Tuesday, March 21, 2017 - 11:42 pm:   Edit PostDelete PostPrint Post

Obvious to me...
10 71 13 Exterior Sun Control Screen

There are motorized screens that go here as well. So a self-activating screen is just another version.

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