Specifications include, but are not limited to: 5.1. Tower Description The tower proposal will also include the following appurtenances: necessary anchor bolts w/plates and template, step-bolts installed at a point fifteen-foot above the foundation, a safety-climb DBI/SALA (or equal) shall be provided. Signage: A sign that includes owner contact information, emergency information, and safety instructions, or signs that are required by a federal, state shall be provided. The sign shall be no larger than 2’ x 2’. Nameplate: The tower provided shall be marked with a nameplate fastened to the base of the tower identifying tower model number, design reference number, height, and date of construction Tower Painting: The lattice tower will not require painting. Tower Lighting: Tower does not require lighting. 5.2. Structure Classification For the purpose of this specification, the following structural classification shall be considered: Structural Classification: Class Ill - Public Safety. When the classification is not specified or cannot be determined the Vendor should assume the most stringent classification. Topography: Topographic Category “3” Exposure: Exposure Category “C” 5.3. Structure Steel Requirements The proposed tower shall be self-supporting steel lattice structure. Steel provided for the towers structure and all attachments shall be hot-dipped galvanized, after fabrication, with a minimum of 2 ounces/sq-ft of zinc coating. All steel shall be cleaned of all foreign material, such as oil or rust, prior to being factory galvanized. The structural material shall be galvanized per ASTM standard A-123 and tower hardware per ASTM standard A-153.
