scope:

This Practice describes the requirements for all material, fabrication, finishes, delivery, and installation of hardware. This is a nonrestrictive specification, written without reference to specific manufacturers, brand names, or model numbers. Industry standards from the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association (BHMA) are used to specify performance and quality requirements for pieces of hardware.

Any conflicts or inconsistencies between this Practice and other contract documents shall be brought to the attention of the owner for resolution.

This document is a complete revision of PIP ARS08710, and therefore, revision markings are not provided.

Purpose

This Practice provides door hardware manufacturers, suppliers, and installers with requirements for door hardware.