Weekly Status 2016-03-21

Post date: Mar 22, 2016 5:08:41 PM

Nam and Anna on the call.

1) Mechanical Phase 2

Ventilation fire damper actuators should arrive this week
Control sub-contractor reviewing VFD requirements in a site inspection Tue afternoon
Exhaust fan replacement being spec’d this week, possible sign-off approval by Friday
Information flow between Bruce (Lefler) and Jeff (Patriot) is good

2) Water Testing

This week should be dry (no rain), so water testing can proceed end of this week
The building seems to be pretty water tight. Ongoing issues:
203: window leaks cause window sill puddling
204: slow drip from lighting hanger
402: leak through vent penetration

3) Window Leak Remediation

Long discussion re addressing leaking operable windows on the Sumner/Clementina sides
Replacing OEM bulb gaskets is time-consuming (1-2 hours per) and of arguable value because the new gasket is not very different from the old one
Lee (re)proposed a multi-step solution for review and approval:
a) align operable pane to fit as evenly and tightly as possible against the mating frame
b) add additional weep holes to improve drainage rate
c) water test the window. If it still leaks, replace the bulb gasket.
d) water test the window. If it still leaks, add a second surface-mount sealing strip.
Long-term durability of a second sealing strip is not good, so (d) would require replacement every few years

4) Entryway Awning

5) 301 Windows and Touch-Ups — Done

6) 402 Windows and Touch-Ups — Done

7) 105 Street Entry Grating

8) Pending / Unreviewed