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K20-042 ACV Sound Mitigation Wall ARC Proposal MONTANA | WASHINGTON | IDAHO | NORTH DAKOTA | PENNSYLVANIA 406.751.5246 tdhengineering.com 450 Corporate Drive Suite 101 Kalispell, MT 59901 June 5, 2023 ATTN: Architectural Review Committee City of Kalispell Planning Department 201 1st Ave. E. Kalispell, MT 59901 RE: AUTUMN CREEK VILLAGE SUBDIVISION SOUND MITIGATION WALL Dear ARC, The Autumn Creek Village subdivision is located on Hathaway Lane north of Highway 2 West. The northeast property line of the development abuts the HWY-93 Bypass. The development is comprised of 28 residential lots/sublots on approximately 8.41 acres of land, including 1.14 acres of parkland and 1.89 acres of open space. 2 single family lots are proposed, the remaining 13 lots will have townhomes (26 sublots). Construction is currently underway. The Contractor anticipates initiating the Final Plat process later this summer. Figure 1 is an excerpt from the Construction Drawings which shows the lots abutting the HWY-93 Bypass. A 6-foot wall constructed atop a 5-foot earthen berm is planned at the back edge of Lots 5, 6, 7, and 8 to provide sound mitigation for noise associated with the highway. The wall extends along the properties adjacent to MDT right-of-way. The FHWA Traffic Noise Model (TNM) 3.1 software was used to simulate the conditions at the proposed development pre- and post- installation of the sound mitigation measures to determine necessary heights. Based upon this analysis, a 5-foot earthen berm in conjunction with a 6-foot high SimTek Ecostone Privacy fence will reduce noise pollution from the highway to below 60 dBA within the development, at the wall. The SimTek Good Neighbor Ecostone Fence, model FP72x72 is proposed in Gray Granite. The fence material is linerar low density polyethylene plastic (LLDPE). A sample will be brought in for review at the ARC meeting. A sample of the Beige Granite is also provided as an option for ARC consideration. GR A Y G R A N I T E BE I G E GR A N I T E JUNE 2023 PAGE NO. 2 tdhengineering.com FIGURE 1 Figures 2 and 3 are photos from the manufacturer that display the wall in gray granite and beige granite, respectively. Figure 4 shows the gray sound mitigation fence installed by MDT as part of the HWY-93 Bypass project. Figures 5 & 6 show a SimTek wall in what is assumed to be gray granite, installed at a recently constructed development in Kalispell. The following items are included as attachments at the end of this submittal: • Site plan (Sheet C2.0) showing wall location • Grading plan and details specific to the sound wall (Sheets C6.10 and C6.10A) • Manufacturer cut sheets • Manufacturer installation guide JUNE 2023 PAGE NO. 3 tdhengineering.com FIGURE 2 FIGURE 3 JUNE 2023 PAGE NO. 4 tdhengineering.com FIGURE 4 JUNE 2023 PAGE NO. 5 tdhengineering.com FIGURE 5 JUNE 2023 PAGE NO. 6 tdhengineering.com FIGURE 6 ATTACHMENTS SITE PLAN WALL GRADING PLAN WALL DETAILS MANUFACTURER CUT SHEETS MANUFACTURER INSTALLATION GUIDE S S S S S S S S 0 + 0 0 0 + 9 5 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE 3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE 3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE 3 FE 3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE 3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE 3 FE 3 FE 3 FE 3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3 FE3FE3FE3FE3 FE3 FE 3 FE 3 FE3 FE2 FE2 FE2 FE2 FE2 FE2 FE2FE2FE2 FE2 FE2 FE1 T C T C T C T C T C T T T T T T T T T T T T C C C C C CC C C C C C CATV CATV CATV CATV CATV CATV CATV CATV CATV CATV CATV CATV CATVCATV CAT V CATV CA T V CA T V CAT V CATV CATV CATV CATV CA T V CA T V CATVCATVCATVCATVCATVCATVCATV CA T V CA T V CA T V CA T V CA T V CAT V CAT V CAT V CATV CATV CATV CATV CA T V CA T V CA T V CAT V CATV CATV CATV CA T V CA T V CATV CATV CATV CATV CATV CATV CATV CATV CATV CATV CATV CATV CATV CATV CATV CATV AU T U M N C R E E K V I L L A G E KA L I S P E L L , M O N T A N A K20-042 09.06.2022 SHEET DESIGNED BY: QUALITY CHECK: JOB NO. 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FIELDBOOK DRAWN BY: DATE: RE V DA T E RE V I S I O N En g i n e e r i n g 45 0 C O R P O R A T E D R . , S U I T E 1 0 1 • K A L I S P E L L , M O N T A N A 5 9 9 0 1 40 6 . 7 5 1 . 5 2 4 6 • t d h e n g i n e e r i n g . c o m K20-042 C6.10A SU B D I V I S I O N I M P R O V E M E N T S HI G H W A Y F E N C E D E T A I L S .DWG C6.10A WER GEH DAP FENCE SUPPORT BRACKET SIDE VIEWISOMETRIC VIEW LINE POST CUTAWAY 1 1/2" SELF-TAPPING SCREW ELEVATION VIEW ISOMETRIC VIEW FENCE PROFILE VIEW FENCE CROSS SECTION END POST CUTAWAY J: \ 2 0 2 0 \ K 2 0 - 0 4 2 A u t u m n C r e e k S u b d i v i s i o n \ C A D D \ C I V I L \ K 2 0 - 0 4 2 C 6 . 1 0 A . d w g , 5 / 3 1 / 2 0 2 3 4 : 1 6 : 1 3 P M , W E R www.simtekfence.com SIM TEK FENCE 1330 WEST 400 NORTH OREM, UT 84057 TOLL FREE: 1-866-648-9336 PHONE: (801) 655-45236 FAX: (801) 655-5240 CADdetails.comPROTECTED BY COPYRIGHT ©2021 CADDETAILS.COM LTD. REVISION DATE 06/22/2021 ELEVATION VIEW MODEL FP72X72 - FENCE PANEL 6' H X 6' W SIMTEK FENCE 4312-002 CAPS 6.5" 3"5" GOOD NEIGHBOUR FENCE, SAME STONE PATTERN ON BOTH SIDES ISOMETRIC VIEW 2" POST CENTERS 72" MAX. 74 " 30 " 30 " - 3 6 " HO L E D E P T H 70.25" STIFFENER LENGTH 10" - 12" HOLE DIAMETER 10 2 " AP P R O X I M A T E P O S T H E I G H T 5" X 5" POST GROUND LEVEL GROUND LEVEL MI N . T O P O F P O S T T O GR O U N D L E V E L CONCRETE FOOTING DIAMETER 10" TO 12" MIN. AND 30" TO 36" DEEP MIN. IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CONDITIONS, CODES, AND STANDARD BUILDING PRACTICES 1.5" X 1.5" 18 GAUGE GALVANIZED STEEL STIFFENER ASTM A513 - MADE WITH LINEAR LOW DENSITY POLYETHYLENE PLASTIC (LLDPE). - ACTUAL PANEL DIMENSIONS: 72" H X 69.75" W - PANEL WEIGHT 56LBS - TOLERANCES ARE ± .5" MANUFACTURER NOTES: 1. US PATENTS 7,478,797 / 7,635,114 FOREIGN PATENTS PENDING. NOTES: 1. INSTALLATION TO BE COMPLETED IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. 2. DO NOT SCALE DRAWING. 3. THIS DRAWING IS INTENDED FOR USE BY ARCHITECTS, ENGINEERS, CONTRACTORS, CONSULTANTS AND DESIGN PROFESSIONALS FOR PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY. THIS DRAWING MAY NOT BE USED FOR CONSTRUCTION. 4. ALL INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN WAS CURRENT AT THE TIME OF DEVELOPMENT BUT MUST BE REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY THE PRODUCT MANUFACTURER TO BE CONSIDERED ACCURATE. 5. CONTRACTOR'S NOTE: FOR PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION VISIT www.CADdetails.com/info AND ENTER REFERENCE NUMBER 4312-002 www.simtekfence.com SIM TEK FENCE 1330 WEST 400 NORTH OREM, UT 84057 TOLL FREE: 1-866-648-9336 PHONE: (801) 655-45236 FAX: (801) 655-5240 CADdetails.comPROTECTED BY COPYRIGHT ©2021 CADDETAILS.COM LTD. REVISION DATE 04/28/2021 2" POST 5" X 5" 2. 7 5 " ST I F F E N E R L O C A T I O N F R O M T O P O F P O S T FENCE SUPPORT BRACKET MODEL LP102 - 8.5' LINE POST SIMTEK FENCE 4312-005 SELECT DESIRED POST INSTALLATION OPTION: IN-GROUND INSTALLATION (SHOWN) SURFACE MOUNTED SIDE VIEW ISOMETRIC VIEW 2" 2" 73 . 5 " BR A C K E T P O S I T I O N 91 " PO S T G R O O V E H E I G H T 92 " ST I F F E N E R L E N G T H 10 2 " 5" 2"5" 2" MANUFACTURED WITH LINEAR LOW DENSITY POLYETHYLENE (LLDPE) SHELL REINFORCED WITH 17 GAUGE HIGH TENSILE LOW ALLOY GALVANIZED STIFFENER ENGINEERED WITH DURABLE RECYCLED POLYETHYLENE FOAM APPROXIMATE WEIGHT 28LBS TOLERANCES ARE ±0.25" LINE POST CUTAWAY 1 1/2" SELF-TAPPING SCREW 3" CONCRETE LOCK -MADE WITH POLYPROPYLENE COPOLYMER PLASTIC. -TRIANGULATED SHAPE FOR IMPROVED LOAD DISTRIBUTION. -ZINC PLATED 1.5" SELF TAPPING SCREW AND ONE BRACKET INCLUDED PER GROOVE. MANUFACTURER NOTES: 1. US PATENTS 7,478,797 / 7,635,114 FOREIGN PATENTS PENDING. NOTES: 1. INSTALLATION TO BE COMPLETED IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. 2. DO NOT SCALE DRAWING. 3. THIS DRAWING IS INTENDED FOR USE BY ARCHITECTS, ENGINEERS, CONTRACTORS, CONSULTANTS AND DESIGN PROFESSIONALS FOR PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY. THIS DRAWING MAY NOT BE USED FOR CONSTRUCTION. 4. ALL INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN WAS CURRENT AT THE TIME OF DEVELOPMENT BUT MUST BE REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY THE PRODUCT MANUFACTURER TO BE CONSIDERED ACCURATE. 5. CONTRACTOR'S NOTE: FOR PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION VISIT www.CADdetails.com/info AND ENTER REFERENCE NUMBER 4312-005 www.simtekfence.com SIM TEK FENCE 1330 WEST 400 NORTH OREM, UT 84057 TOLL FREE: 1-866-648-9336 PHONE: (801) 655-45236 FAX: (801) 655-5240 CADdetails.comPROTECTED BY COPYRIGHT ©2021 CADDETAILS.COM LTD. REVISION DATE 04/28/2021 91 " PO S T G R O O V E H E I G H T 2" 10 2 " POST 5" X 5"89 . 7 5 " ST I F F E N E R L E N G T H 2. 7 5 " ST I F F E N E R L O C A T I O N F R O M T O P O F P O S T FENCE SUPPORT BRACKET MODEL EP102 - 8.5' END POST SIMTEK FENCE 4312-006 -MADE WITH POLYPROPYLENE COPOLYMER PLASTIC. -TRIANGULATED SHAPE FOR IMPROVED LOAD DISTRIBUTION. -ZINC PLATED 1.5" SELF TAPPING SCREW AND ONE BRACKET INCLUDED PER GROOVE. SIDE VIEW ISOMETRIC VIEW 73 . 5 " BR A C K E T P O S I T I O N 2" 2" 5" 2"5" 2" MANUFACTURED WITH LINEAR LOW DENSITY POLYETHYLENE (LLDPE) SHELL REINFORCED WITH 16 GAUGE STEEL STIFFENER ENGINEERED WITH DURABLE RECYCLED POLYETHYLENE FOAM APPROXIMATE WEIGHT 35LBS TOLERANCES ARE ±0.25"END POST CUTAWAY 1 1/2" SELF-TAPPING SCREW 3" CONCRETE LOCK SELECT DESIRED POST INSTALLATION OPTION: IN-GROUND INSTALLATION (SHOWN) SURFACE MOUNTED MANUFACTURER NOTES: 1. US PATENTS 7,478,797 / 7,635,114 FOREIGN PATENTS PENDING. NOTES: 1. INSTALLATION TO BE COMPLETED IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. 2. DO NOT SCALE DRAWING. 3. THIS DRAWING IS INTENDED FOR USE BY ARCHITECTS, ENGINEERS, CONTRACTORS, CONSULTANTS AND DESIGN PROFESSIONALS FOR PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY. THIS DRAWING MAY NOT BE USED FOR CONSTRUCTION. 4. ALL INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN WAS CURRENT AT THE TIME OF DEVELOPMENT BUT MUST BE REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY THE PRODUCT MANUFACTURER TO BE CONSIDERED ACCURATE. 5. CONTRACTOR'S NOTE: FOR PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION VISIT www.CADdetails.com/info AND ENTER REFERENCE NUMBER 4312-006 SimTek® MOLDED FENCE INSTALLATION GUIDELINE INSTALLATION GUIDE These instructions are designed to assist both professional installers and do-it-yourselfers of SimTek® decorative privacy fence. These instructions are detailed to ensure an excellent finished fence. A quality finished fence is a result of a quality installation. The layout must be consistent with ground contours; posts must be appropriately spaced and properly anchored. Follow SimTek® installation instructions carefully and your fence will be both structurally correct and a beautiful addition to your project or property. Before any installation, check all local regulations regarding fencing, location of all buried utility lines (be sure to call underground (811) prior to digging), and correct property lines. Be certain that you are in compliance will all local codes, permits, county and state laws. Ensure that you have all the components needed to complete your fence configuration. Tape Measure Level Auger or Post Hole Digger Shovel Power Drill Circular Saw Concrete Spray Paint Mallet or Hammer Fence String Reciprocating saw TOOLS NEEDED 2 SimTek® Step 1: Lay Out Fence Line 1. Locate your property line and stretch a string between stakes from the beginning to the end of the fence to ensure posts will be set on a straight line. 2. Beginning at the corner or end post, mark the location of the post. Dig a hole for each post. Center to Center Post Dimensions Step 2: Digging Holes 1. If a laser transit is available, it will be an excellent tool to assist in determining grade and slope. 2. For a level ground installation, begin at a corner or an end post. This will give you a good starting point. If there is a slope, it is easier to begin at the top and work your way down hill. 3. Dig all post holes minimum 12" diameter by 30"- 36" deep for the six foot high panel and 24" deep for the 4ft high panels. Make sure to check local building codes to ensure required depths and diameters are met. Bell bottom of post holes. 4. Holes must be 72" apart, center to center for the six foot panel and 96" for the eight foot panel. DO NOT CUT THE STIFFENER UNLESS THE PANEL IS BEING CUT SHORTER. 5. Fence lines will rarely measure out to an exact number of full panels; therefore it will likely require cutting one or more panels to complete a fence. Depending on personal preference, you may wish to narrow the width of the last 2 to 3 panels or cut the first and last panels evenly so that there is not one very narrow panel. Panels can be cut with most circular saws, the steel stiffeners will require a metal cutting blade, and should be removed and cut separately from the panel. *New updates for 2021 Need Help? Call us at 1.866.648.9336 House 3 Panel Size Line Corner End Gate 6'x6'Line 72"*73"*72"*73"* Corner 74"*73"*74"* 4'x8'Line 96"97"96"97" Corner 98"97"98" Step 3: Installing Fence Brackets If posts are to be installed in level ground attaching brackets in advance of post installation is easiest when using a measuring template for faster repetitive bracket installation. It is easier to change a bracket in the field if necessary than to install brackets once posts are installed in the ground. When screwing the bracket to the post, use the hole that is as close to the top of the bracket, as you are able. Installed brackets provide a leveling point on each post. Distance from Top of Post to Support Bracket Surface Note: Brackets come packaged at the tip of the post during shipping. They must be removed and reattached in the channel of the post at the desired height during installation. - Dig a hole 12" in diameter - Bell the bottom of hole - Holes should be a minimum of 24" deep for 4ft panels and 30"-36" deep for 6ft panel. However, please consult your local building codes - Fill hole around post with concrete mix (sand, gravel, cement) approximately 2" - 4" below grade. Posts must have at least 18" of the post in concrete. Panel Size 4'6'8' Bracket Location 50"74"98"Tip Tip 4 Step 4: Post Spacing & Concrete Footings 96" 6' High EcoStone Panel 4' High EcoStone Panel - For a 4' installation, the bottom of the post should be cut leaving, a 69"-74" post (50" above ground and 24" below ground) - Cut the bottom of the post. NEVER cut the top of the post. - For a 6' installation, use our 102" posts which is designed to be 28"-to-30" in the ground and 72"-74" above ground. - Cut the bottom of the post. NEVER cut the top of the post. Post Centers 72" 102"74" 12" Hole Diameter 28" 5 30" - 36"Hole Depth 8' High EcoStone Panel 6 POST HOLES5 X 5 POSTS = 12" DIG HOLES 48"DEEP OR TOFROST LINE POST CENTERS 8 FT WIDE = 96" 98" Max Support Bracket Notes: For a 8' installation, use our 142" posts which are designed to be 44" in the ground and 98" above ground. Cut the bottom of the post for shorter installations. NEVER cut the top of the post. 6.50" 3" Inside5" 72" MaxPost Centers 102" 5" X 5"Post 74" 30" - 36"Hole Depth 12" 28" Minimum top ofpost to groundlevel ApproximatePost Height Ground Level Ground Level Hole Diameter 6'H X 6'W Panel 2" Good Neighbor Fence:Same pattern on both sides Concrete footing diameter 10" to 12" min and 30" to 36" deep min in accordance with local conditions, codes, and standardbuilding practices. Actual Panel Dimensions:•72"H X 69.5"W Panel Weight: 58 lbs• Tolerances are: ±.5"• Caps U.S. Patents: 7,478,797 / 7,635,114 Foreign Patents Pending www.simtekfence.com Date: May 1, 2015 Sheet 1 of 1 TM Scale: not to scale REV: A Gleason This drawing may not be altered or reproduced without the permission of SimTek FenceModel #:WP72X72 72" 6' High Ashland Panel Notes: For a 6' installation, use our 102" posts which are designed to be 28"-30" in the ground and 72"-74" above ground. Cut the bottom of the post for shorter installations. NEVER cut the top of the post. For more information on the specifications of our fence, scan the QR code to visit our site. 7 8' High Ashland Panel POST HOLES5 X 5 POSTS = 12" DIG HOLES 48"DEEP OR TOFROST LINE POST CENTERS 8 FT WIDE = 96" Notes: For a 8' installation, use our 142" posts which are designed to be 44" in the ground and 98" above ground. Cut the bottom of the post for shorter installations. NEVER cut the top of the post. 8 98" Max Support Bracket Step 5: Setting Posts 1. Set a post in the hole with concrete. Using a mallet or hammer, tap the post into the concrete until the top of the post meets the desired height. 2. Fill the remainder of the hole with concrete. Using a level, check two adjacent sides of the post. Two-way levels are useful. Adjust the post until it is both vertical and at the correct height. 3. If using a dry mix method, first place the post in the hole in the approximate position at the bottom of the hole. Pour the dry mix in the hole, positioning the post as soon as it is feasible. 4. Using the steel stiffener out of the panel is useful in checking that the panel will sit level. Posts should be set at 72" on center for the 6' tall, and 96" on center for the 4' and 8' tall fences. (Please see chart for Corner Post and Gate Post exceptions.) 5. Do not move the post which is now in position. Leave the panel stiffener in place for one hour minimum, as concrete begins to cure to keep the posts from moving. Check that the posts are still level and have not moved. Allow the concrete to cure for a minimum of 24 to 48 hours before installing panels. 6. For assistance call our customer service line at 1-866-648-9336. Make sure post is straight, plumb, and evenly spaced Note: All SimTek posts are reinforced with galvanized steel. If posts need to be cut, we suggest cutting them at the bottom tip. DO NOT cut the top of the post. Cutting the top of the post will VOID the warranty For more info Scan QR Code and visit our site ! CAUTION 9 Step 6: Installing Fence Panels 1. Panel support brackets must be attached to all posts. 2. Be certain steel stiffeners are inserted in the top and bottom rail of each panel; they come installed from the factory, but may have been removed to use as post spacers while installing posts. 3. EcoStone six foot panels are universal, with no front or back, and no top or bottom edge. This allows you to create a mixed design for a better aesthetic effect. 4. Ashland six foot panels have a top and bottom which can be identified by the black plug in the rail. Be sure to install panels with black plug on the bottom. 5. Lift the panel bottom edge to approximately 4' off the ground. Have one person flex the next post outward until the groove will receive the panel. Once the section is in the channel, ease the panel down onto the support brackets. 6. Install caps over the posts. 7. Caps are pressure fitted making securing them typically unnecessary; however, a 3" deck screw can be driven through the top of the cap into the middle of the post if desired. Step 7: Securing Panels 1. Panels must be attached to all six foot gate posts, end posts, and corner posts. 2. To prevent unauthorized panel removal, you can drive one fastener per panel through the panel edge into the post. You should only use one fastener per panel. 3. Caution: Never attach both sides of the panel to posts. Polyethylene has a degree of thermal expansion and contraction. #14 Hex Washer Head, 3" Self Tapping Screw Fasteners should attach panels to end post, gate post, and corner post Note: Never attach both sides of any panel to posts. DO NOT cut the steel stiffeners, unless you are cutting the panel to accomodate a narrower section. NOTE: for 8' panel and gate install, see page 14. 10 Tip ! CAUTION Step 8: Cutting Panels Where a narrower panel is required to finish a fence, panels can be cut to any desired length. 1. Remove steel stiffeners from panels. Determine the exact width between post channels. Mark and cut stiffeners to that width with a metal cutting blade. 2. Mark and cut the panel to the stiffener width, minus 1/2" to allow for thermal expansion and contraction of the panel. Make certain panels are cut accurately with edges parallel. 3. If a cut panel is used with an end, a corner, or a gate post, use the factory edge for attachment to the post. 4. For steeper slopes, panels can be cut so the step or drop in each section is 12" or less. Installing on a Retaining Wall SimTek can be installed on top of a 10" minimum width poured concrete wall or on flat concrete using SimTek’s Concrete Mounting Brackets. Concrete mounts are available for end, gate, line and corner posts along with post skirts for a clean look. Be sure concrete is structurally sound for installation of fence. 1. Cut the post to the desired height. Post may need to be cut longer to accommodate changes in elevation. Always cut off the bottom of the post, retaining the factory finished post top. 2. Panel support brackets are unnecessary when using concrete shoes. The panels will sit directly on the wall or driveway surface. 3. Start at the corner or an end post position. Locate the concrete shoe an equal distance from the edges of the concrete. 4. Mark the position of the plate. Drill all four holes through the pre-drilled holes in the steel plate. 5. Next install all the concrete anchor bolts in the base plate bolt holes provided with a minimum tension and shear strength of at least 4,000 lbs. Position the bolts to fasten the mounting plate of the shoe. 6. Place the shoe over the bolt and attach the shoes to the concrete with specified fasteners 10"MIN Minimum bolt size 1/2" by 4.5" 11 7. If the concrete is not level, washers may be placed over anchor bolts and before shoes are bolted down to serve as leveling devices. 8. Position the skirt covers over the shoes, covering the metal plates. Skirts must be inserted prior to posts being attached. 9. Attach the mounting brackets to the posts with fasteners in pre-drilled holes. For line posts, the upright straps will be inserted into the channels of the post on the outside of the plastic, but for end posts, corner posts, and gate posts the upright straps are inserted inside the steel in the center of the post. Each side of the strap gets three staggered screws installed from opposite sides of the post for line posts and three each for ends and corners. 10. With the first shoe anchored, and the post attached, determine and mark the next shoe position. Work from post to post for post spacing. 11. Mark and drill the holes for the next shoe. 12. Once all the shoes and posts are securely anchored to the wall and skirts are in place, insert the panels. Be certain that steel stiffeners are in both top and bottom rails of each panel. 13. Finally, place the caps on the post for a finished look. Concrete Surface Mounting Brackets Need Help? Call us at 1.866.648.9336 Retaining Wall SimTek can be installed on top of an 8" min width poured concretewall or on flat concrete by using concrete mounting brackets 5" 6.5" .75"4.25" 1.5" 3.5" .75" 1.5" 24" End Shoe 10"6" End Shoe Skirt Corner Shoe SkirtLine Shoe Skirt 5" 8" .75" 6.5".75" 3.5" 1" 24" Line Shoe 10"6"9"9" 8" Minimum Boltsize 1/2" x 4.5" 5.5" .75" 5.5" .75" 7" 7" 1.25" 24" Corner Shoe 5" 6.5" 8" 3.5" .75" .75" 2.5" 24"23" 2" Gate Shoe Use epoxy anchorsinstead of wedgeanchors for gate shoe 10"6" Gate Shoe Skirt 6' Concrete Mount Specifications U.S. Patents: 7,478,797 / 7,635,114 Foreign Patents Pending Date: Jun 24, 2014 Sheet 1 of 1 TM Scale: not to scale REV: D Barlocker This drawing may not be altered or reproduced without the permission of SimTek FenceSurface Mount Specs www.simtekfence.com Retaining Wall SimTek can be installed on top of an 8" min width poured concretewall or on flat concrete by using concrete mounting brackets 5" 6.5" .75"4.25" 1.5" 3.5" .75" 1.5" 24" End Shoe 10"6" End Shoe Skirt Corner Shoe SkirtLine Shoe Skirt 5" 8" .75" 6.5".75" 3.5" 1" 24" Line Shoe 10"6"9"9" 8" Minimum Boltsize 1/2" x 4.5" 5.5" .75" 5.5" .75" 7" 7" 1.25" 24" Corner Shoe 5" 6.5" 8" 3.5" .75" .75" 2.5" 24"23" 2" Gate Shoe Use epoxy anchorsinstead of wedgeanchors for gate shoe 10"6" Gate Shoe Skirt 6' Concrete Mount Specifications U.S. Patents: 7,478,797 / 7,635,114 Foreign Patents Pending Date: Jun 24, 2014 Sheet 1 of 1 TM Scale: not to scale REV: D Barlocker This drawing may not be altered or reproduced without the permission of SimTek FenceSurface Mount Specs www.simtekfence.com 12 Installing on Sloping Terrain Caution: SimTek Fence is not engi- neered for use as a retaining wall. Installation on sloping terrain is similar to that on flat terrain. Professionals typically use a laser to shoot and obtain a grade. 1. Set the first post on the uphill side. Post placement is important! Posts are typically placed at the point where the slope changes, whether in a peak or a valley. 2. The panel support brackets should be pre- attached at 50" for 4ft, 74" for 6ft, and can receive the down hill side of the panel at that height. Once the slope and the drop per panel have been determined, the bracket on the uphill side should be adjusted to the proper height. Panels will always be set level even on a slope. 3. Set the second post and make any adjustments to bracket position. 4. Use a level on the stiffener, placed between the posts on the brackets, to ensure panels will be level when installed. 5. For more information see illustration A and B. A 6' wide panel can be stepped as much as 12" per panel. For steeper elevations you can use our 142" long post. To reduce the gap under the panel, you can reduce the width of the panel and add additional post. For more details and instructions call 1-866-648-9336. Need Help? Call us at 1.866.648.9336 A B 13 FYI ! CAUTION 14 Installing 8' EcoStone Fence 1. Getting Started •  Be sure to call underground (811) prior to digging •  Determine gate location(s) •  Stake out the fence line •  Space and mark post hole locations for gate and sections (spacer bar/template may be useful) •  Start at an end, gate, or corner post and work outward to determine proper fence height relative to ground. If there is a slope it is easier to begin at the top end and work your way downhill 2. Dig Holes •  Dig holes 48" deep - Hole size for 5 x 5 posts = approximately 12" •  Clean holes and check for straight panels •  Bell the bottoms of the holes 3. Install fence brackets (note brackets come attached to the tip of fence posts) •  Determine height of bracket from top of post •  Attach bracket to post with #14 hex washer head self-tapping screw •  A template can speed attachment for level installations 4. Cutting Down Posts (if required) •  Measure height from top of post •  Cut off bottom of post with metal cutting blade •  Never cut the top of the post 5. Setting Post •  Insert post in hole •  Determine rough height •  Fill hole around post with concrete mix (sand, gravel and cement) approximately 2" or 4" below grade •  Tamp concrete in hole to eliminate air pockets •  Level and square post 6. Spacing Posts •  Use steel stiffener from panel (95" – 8') •  Place stiffener between posts •  Set post (leave spacer in place for one hour minimum) •  Set 3 to 4 posts with stiffeners as spacers, then advance them one at a time starting with the first stiffener 7. Install Bottom Fence Panels •  Check to ensure top and bottom rails have stiffeners. They come installed, however, may have been removed to use as spacers when setting posts •  Lift panel and insert into post channels •  Ease panel down onto fence brackets •  Level panel NOTE: Be certain that the 2" high rail is on top of the bottom panel 8. Install top panel •  Lift panel and insert into post channels •  Ease panel down onto bottom panel NOTE: Be certain the 2" high rail is on the bottom of the top panel Tip: When installing panels, insert a short piece of 1-3/8" pipe into both ends of the panel to use as handles. 2x6 wood blocks can be used to support panel while lowering. 9. Secure fence panels •  Panels must be attached to end and gate post with one fastener per panel •  To prevent unauthorized panel removal, you can attach one end of each panel into the post with one fastener •  Never attach both ends of a panel to posts 10. Cutting panels (if required) •  Remove steel stiffeners from panel •  Determine distance between posts from inside of channel to inside of channel •  Cut stiffeners 1/4" shorter to allow for cut panel bracket •  Measure and mark panel ½" shorter than distance between posts from inside of channel to inside of channel (this is needed for expansion and contraction of panel) •  Cut panel •  A cut panel bracket is required on top and bottom cut panels. Tip: Pinning the cut panel bracket in place will help with installation 11. Gate openings •  Post spacing is critical. The ideal spacing is 1" on latch post and 1-1/2" between hinge post. •  Hinges should be attached to a gate post 12. Gate installation •  First, attach striker bar to gate using provide button head screws •  Thread the ½" hinge rod into the upper and lower inserts in the metal gate frame leaving approximately 1-1/2" from the edge of the gate to the bracket •  Determine proper height for gate and block up gate square with fence •  Attach hinges to gate post with 2-1/2" self-tapping screws provided (do not over tighten screws as this can crush the internal foam and make an indentation in the post) •  Level the gate •  Align the latch with the striker bar and attach the latch to end post with 2-1/2" self-tapping screws provided. 13. Install caps •  Install post caps (caps are pressure fit, however a 3" stainless steel deck screw can be driven through the top of the cap into the middle of the post if desired) 15 1. Getting Started •  Be sure to call underground (811) prior to digging •  Determine gate location(s) •  Stake out the fence line •  Space and mark post hole locations for gate and sections (spacer bar/template may be useful) •  Start at an end, gate, or corner post and work outward to determine proper fence height relative to ground. If there is a slope it is easier to begin at the top end and work your way downhill 2. Dig Holes • Dig holes 48" deep - Hole size for 5 x 5 posts = approximately 12" •  Bell the bottom of holes •  Clean holes and check for straight panels 3. Install Panel Brackets (note brackets come attached to the tip of fence posts) •  Determine height of bracket from top of post •  Attach bracket to post with #14 hex washer head self-tapping screw •  A template can speed attachment for level installations 4. Cutting Down Posts (if required) •  Measure height from top of post •  Cut off bottom of post with metal cutting blade •  Never cut the top of the post 5. Setting Posts •  Insert post and hole •  Determine rough height •  Fill hole around post with concrete mix (sand, gravel and cement) approximately 2" or 4" below grade •  Tamp concrete in hole to eliminate air pockets •  Level and square post 6. Spacing Posts •  Use steel stiffener from panel (95" – 8') •  Place stiffener between posts •  Set post (leave spacer in place for one hour minimum) •  Set 3 to 4 posts with stiffeners as spacers, then advance them one at a time starting with the first stiffener 7. Install Bottom Fence Panels •  Check to ensure top and bottom rails have stiffeners. They come installed, however may have been removed to use as spacers when setting posts •  Lift panel and insert into post channels •  Ease panel down onto panel brackets • Level panel NOTE: Be certain that the 2" high rail is on top of the bottom panel 8. Install Top Panel •  Lift panel and insert into post channels •  Ease panel down onto bottom panel NOTE: Be certain the 2" high rail is on the bottom of the top panel Tip: When installing panels, insert a short piece of 1-3/8" pipe into both ends of the panel to use as handles. 2x6 wood blocks can be used to support panel while lowering. 9. Secure Fence Panels •  Panels must be attached to end and gate post with one fastener per panel •  To prevent unauthorized panel removal, you can attach one end of each panel into the post with one fastener •  Never attach both ends of a panel to posts 10. Cutting Panels (if required) •  Remove steel stiffeners from panel •  Determine distance between posts from inside of channel to inside of channel •  Cut stiffeners 1/4" shorter to allow for cut panel bracket •  Measure and mark panel 1/4" shorter than distance between posts from inside of channel to inside of channel (this is needed for expansion and contraction of panel) •  Cut panel •  A cut panel bracket is required on top and bottom cut panels. Tip: Pinning the cut panel bracket in place will help with installation (#12 x 1" pan head screw is recommended) 11. Gate Openings •  Post spacing is critical. The ideal spacing is 1" on latch post and 1-1/2" between hinge post •  Hinges should be attached to a gate post 12. Gate Installation •  First, attach striker bar to gate using provide button head screws •  Thread the ½" hinge rod into the upper and lower inserts in the metal gate frame leaving approximately 1-1/2" from the edge of the gate to the bracket. •  Determine proper height for gate and block up gate square with fence •  Attach hinges to gate post with 2-1/2" self-tap- ping screws provided (do not over tighten screws as this can crush the internal foam and make an indentation in the post •  Level the gate •  Align the latch with the striker bar and attach the latch to end post with 2-1/2" self-tapping screws provided. 13. Install Caps •  Install post caps (caps are pressure fit, however a 3" stainless steel deck screw can be driven through the top of the cap into the middle of the post if desired) Installing 8' Ashland Fence SimTek Gate Installation Guide Gate Components and Tools Needed Step 1: Set the Gate Post Gate posts have extra steel reinforcement for strength and are different than all other posts. Before setting the post in the ground, make sure that a gate post (not an end post, or any other post) is used. 1. Dig a hole 12" in diameter by 30" to 36" deep in the ground. 2. The flat surface (without a channel) must be in position to receive the gate and gate hardware. 3. Post spacing is critical. The ideal spacing is to have a 1" gap between the latch post and the striker bar side of the gate and 1-1/2" for the hinge side. The extra gap on the hinge side is to allow for thermal expansion and contraction. 4. Set the post utilizing the same method as for other posts and fill the hole with concrete. Allow the concrete to cure for 48 to 72 hours. Gate Post End Post (Hinges are attached to this post) (The latch is attached to this post) (inside-to-inside post spacing) Gate Post Spacing SimTek® Fence Gate Gate Post End Post Latch Striker Rod 2-1/2" Self-tapping Screws Button Head Screws Level and Power Drill Concrete SimTek® Hinges 16 Step 2: Gate Openings All gates require about a 1-1/2" gap between the gate and the gate post, and about a 1" gap between the gate and the end post or between the two gates when using double gates. For a single gate, use one gate post and one end post. For double gates, use two gate posts. Gate Post End Post Inside-to-Inside Post Spacing (see table below) 3ft Wide Gate 4ft Wide Gate 5ft Wide Gate 6ft Wide Gate Gate Width 38.5" 50.5" 62.5" 73.5" Single Opening 76.0" 88.0" 100.0" 111.0" Double Drive w/3' Gate 88.0" 100.0" 112.0" 123.0" Double Drive w/4' Gate 100.0" 112.0" 124.0" 135.0" Double Drive w/5' Gate 111.0" 123.0" 135.0" 146.0" Double Drive w/6' Gate Step 3: Gate Hardware Installation 1. First, attach the striker rod to the gate by using the provided button head screws. 2. Thread the 1/2" hinge rod into the upper and lower inserts in the gate metal frame leaving about 1-1/2" from the edge of the gate to the bracket (this can be re-adjusted later) 3. Next hold the gate and its hinges against the gate post at the proper position and height. Drill the provided 2-1/2" self-tapping screws into the gate post. DO NOT over tighten the screws because it can crush the internal foam, making an indentation in the post. 4. Level the gate. The standard height should be level with the top of the fence panel. Six foot high gates are designed with a 2" gap at the bottom to facilitate an unobstructed swing. If you desire a gap smaller than 2", you may lower the gate relative to the fence panels. 5. Finally, align the latch with the striker rod and attach the latch to the end post by using the supplied 2-1/2" self-tapping screws. Internal Metal Frame Illustration A Hinge Gate Panel 2 ½" Zinc Plated Self Tapping Screw SimTek Hinge! 17 Button Head Screw Self Tapping Screws 2-1/2" Zinc Plated Self Tapping Screw OPEN POSITION dual latch assembly Step 4: Gate Hardware Installation (continued) SPECIFICATIONS:post dual latch assembly - PATENTS PENDING To see a video about gate hardware installation, scan the QR code. 2-1/2" Zinc Plated Self Tapping Screw This latch is made for a single gate installation. The triangular metal piece (C) is optional if the gate needs to be locked from the inside. The paddle (A) can be reversed by removing the spring and the bolt holding the paddle to the rectangular piece (B). A B D (The Paddle) (Rectangular Piece) (The Short Paddle) C (Triangular Piece) This double latch consists of the rectangular piece (B) and a shorter paddle (D). This can be achieved by removing paddle (A) and replacing it with paddle (D). On a double drive gate, the latch should be attached to one gate and the striker rod to the other, using the button head screws for both. First, identify the swing position gate. The swing position gate will be the gate that is most commonly used as a walk-access when only opening one of the two gates. This gate will have the striker rod attached to it. Using two supplied button head bolts, attach the striker rod to the swing position gate through the oval slots in the striker rod (see illustration E). Tighten the button head screws by using an Allen wrench. Use the self-tapping screws and the supplied bracket to fasten the drop rod to the bottom corner of the gate. Roll pins may be removed and re-inserted in order to thread the drop rod into the bracket Drop Rod Striker Rod Latch for Double Drive Gates Latch for Single Gates E (Swing Gate) B(Rectangular Piece) 18 EcoStone Gates Step 5: Finished Gates Gate Sizes GT72X36 GT72X48 GT72X60 GT72X72 Model EcoStone Gate 6' high x 3' wide EcoStone Gate 6' high x 4' wide EcoStone Gate 6' high x 5' wide EcoStone Gate 6' high x 6' wide Description 69.5" high x 36" wide 69.5" high x 48" wide 69.5" high x 60" wide 69.5" high x 71" wide Actual Dimensions 55 lbs 67 lbs 80 lbs 87 lbs Weight Ashland Gates Gate Sizes WT72X36 WT72X48 WT72X60 WT72X72 Model Ashland Gate 6' high x 3' wide Ashland Gate 6' high x 4' wide Ashland Gate 6' high x 5' wide Ashland Gate 6' high x 6' wide Description 69.5" high x 36" wide 69.5" high x 48" wide 69.5" high x 60" wide 69.5" high x 71" wide Actual Dimensions 55 lbs 67 lbs 80 lbs 87 lbs Weight 19 ©01/22 CertainTeed, Printed in the USA, Code No. 03-03-57-US-EN CertainTeed CEILINGS • DECKING • FENCE • GYPSUM • INSULATION • RAILING • ROOFING • SIDING • TRIM 20 Moores Road, Malvern, PA 19355 Professional: 800-233-8990 Consumer: 800-782-8777 certainteed.com