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SECTION 08520 - ALUMINUM WINDOWS
PART
1 - GENERAL
1.01 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Material:
aluminum windows as on the drawings and specified in this section.
B. Installation:
labor, tools, and material needed to install aluminum windows.
C. Glass
and glazing.
(1.02 PRODUCTS FURNISHED BUT NOT INSTALLED)
*Enter
description, e.g., extra sash sets to be supplied and stored for the future*
(1.03 PRODUCTS INSTALLED BUT NOT FURNISHED)
*Enter
description, e.g., louver supplied by others to be installed in new window*
1.04 RELATED SECTIONS - Section 07900 - Sealants
1.05 REFERENCES
A. AAMA
- American Architectural Manufacturers Association
1. AAMA/NWWDA
101/I.S.2-97 “Voluntary Specifications for Aluminum, Vinyl (PVC) and Wood Windows and
Glass Doors”
2. AAMA
502-90 "Voluntary Specification for Field Testing of Windows and Sliding Glass
Doors"
3. AAMA
611-98 "Voluntary Specification for Anodized Architectural Aluminum"
4. AAMA
800-92 "Voluntary Specifications and Test Methods for Sealants"
5. AAMA
901-96 “Voluntary Specification for Rotary Operators in Window Applications”
6. AAMA
904-96 “Voluntary Specification for Friction Hinges in Window Applications”
7. AAMA
1503-98 "Voluntary Test Method for Thermal Transmittance and Condensation Resistance
of Windows, Doors, and Glazed Wall Sections"
8. AAMA
2603-98 “Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements and Test Procedures for
Pigmented Organic Coatings on Aluminum Extrusions and Panels”
9. AAMA
2604-98 “Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements and Test Procedures for
High Performance Organic Coatings on Aluminum Extrusions and Panels”
10. AAMA
2605-98 “Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements and Test Procedures for
Superior Performing Organic Coatings on Aluminum Extrusions and Panels”
11. AAMA
CW-10-97 "Care and Handling of Architectural Aluminum from Shop to Site"
B. ASCA
- Architectural Spray Coaters Association - ASCA 96 “Voluntary Specification for
Superior Performance of Organic Coatings on Architectural Aluminum Curtainwall, Extrusions
and Miscellaneous Aluminum Components”
C. ASTM
- American Society for Testing and Materials
1. ASTM
E 283-91 "Standard Test Method for Rate of Air Leakage Through Exterior Windows,
Curtain Walls, and Doors"
2. ASTM
E 330-96 "Standard Test Method for Structural Performance of Exterior Windows,
Curtain Walls, and Doors by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference"
3. ASTM
E 331-96 "Standard Test Method for Water Penetration of Exterior Windows, Curtain
Walls, and Doors by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference"
4. ASTM
E 547-96 "Standard Test Method for Water Penetration of Exterior Windows, Curtain
Walls, and Doors by Cyclic Static Air Pressure Differential"
5. ASTM
E 774-92 "Specification for Sealed Insulating Glass Units"
1.06 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A. AAMA
Designation: C-HC65.
B. Windows:
3-1/4" frame depth; extruded aluminum with integral structural polyurethane thermal
break; vent flush with frame; vent with exterior bevel; equal-leg standard [narrow] frame; one finish type and color [one exterior finish type and color, and one interior finish type and
color] factory-applied; factory-assembled.
C. Configuration:
casement outswing; single vent [single vent and fixed] [multiple
vents] [multiple vents and fixed] per frame.
D. Vent
glazing: exterior tape; 1" insulating glass [or single
lites]; EPDM gasket; interior aluminum glazing bead; glass description in paragraph
2.04; factory-glazed.
[D.
Vent dual glazing: exterior tape; maximum 1/4" exterior lite; internal EPDM gasket; (blinds;)
maximum 1/4" interior lite in PVC gasket in panel removable with 1/8" hex pin
key; glass description in paragraph 2.04; factory-glazed.]
(E.
Fixed glazing: exterior tape; 1" insulating glass
[or single lites];
EPDM gasket; interior aluminum glazing bead; glass description in paragraph 2.04;
factory-glazed.)
1.07
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
A. Conformance
to C-HC65 specifications in AAMA/NWWDA 101/I.S.2-97 when tests are performed on a
2'0" x 4'0" minimum frame size with the following test results:
1. Air
Infiltration: maximum .05 cfm/square foot when tested per ASTM E 283-91 at a static air
pressure difference of 6.24 psf.
2. Water
Penetration: no uncontrolled water leakage when tested per ASTM E 331-96 at a static air
pressure difference of 10 psf.
3. Uniform
Structural: window to be operable, and maximum .4% permanent deformation per member when
tested per ASTM E 330-96 at a static air pressure difference of 97.5 psf.
B. Thermal
testing per AAMA 1503-98, at the prescribed 4'0" x 6'0" test size glazed with
1” insulating glass made with 1/8” clear and 1/8” Low E lites and argon
gas, with the following test results:
1. Condensation
Resistance Factor: minimum 61 frame and 65 glass CRF.
2. Thermal
Transmittance: maximum .47 BTU/HR/SQ.FT/F U value.
1.08 SUBMITTALS
A. Shop
drawings: window location chart; typical window elevations; details of assemblies,
hardware, and glazing details for factory-glazed units.
B. Product
data: manufacturer's specifications and test reports from an AAMA-accredited laboratory.
C. Samples:
each specified finish for aluminum; other samples as requested.
1.09 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Submit
for prebid approval ten days prior to bid opening a sample window representing the bid
window except for color and valid test reports from an AAMA-accredited laboratory
conforming to test results in Paragraph 1.07.
B. Acceptance
will be by addendum only as no verbal approvals will be allowed.
C. Submit
bid on prequalified products in prebid written addendum. Bidder must identify manufacturer
and model of product on which the bid is based.
D. Furnish
a valid AAMA “Notice of Product Certification” indicating that the windows for
the project conform to AAMA/NWWDA 101/I.S.2-97.
E. Furnish
visible, permanent IGCC certification labels for the CBA rating level on dual-seal double
insulating glass units.
F. Manufacturer's
warranties:
1. Windows:
warrant for one year against defects in material or workmanship under normal use.
2. Dual-seal
insulating glass units: warrant seal for five years *Contact TRACO for other time frames* against visual
obstruction from film formation or moisture collection between internal glass surfaces,
excluding that caused by glass breakage or abuse.
3. Paint
finish: PPG…
*Enter
the following for an ASCA 96/AAMA 2605 fluoropolymer paint finish*
…DURANAR™ organic finish conforming to ASCA 96 and AAMA
2605-98: warrant for fifteen years against chipping, peeling, cracking, chalking, or
fading.
*Or
enter the following for an AAMA 2604 durable acrylic paint finish*
…ACRYNAR™ organic finish conforming to AAMA 2604-98: warrant
for ten years against chipping, peeling, cracking, chalking, or fading.
*Or
enter the following for an AAMA 2603 acrylic paint finish*
…DURACRON™
organic finish conforming to AAMA 2603-98: warrant for five years against chipping,
peeling, or cracking.
(G. Project Survey: *Contact
TRACO to register before project bid date*
by installer and manufacturer’s representatives; one year after date of completion;
to recommend maintenance procedures.)
1.10 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING - Handle and
protect windows and accessories in accordance with AAMA CW-10-97 until project completion.
PART
2 - PRODUCTS
2.01 MANUFACTURERS
A. TRACO
TR-410 Casement Outswing Thermal Aluminum Window
B. Other
acceptable manufacturers who have demonstrated a successful history of manufacturing for *Enter number* years
equivalent products:
1. *Enter
appropriate information as required*
2. *Enter
appropriate information as required*
2.02 MATERIALS
A. Aluminum
extrusions: produced from commercial quality 6063-T5 alloy; free from defects impairing
strength and durability.
B. Hardware:
exposed white bronze butt hinges to rotate vent outward on vertical axis; white bronze cam
handles and strikes; roto operator conforming to AAMA 901.1-90; (stainless steel limit arm with release key).
C. Weatherstrip:
secured in extruded ports; double rows on vent perimeter of offset bulb gasket utilizing a
Neoprene foam rod for dimensional stability, a Santoprene cover for weather resistance,
and a polycarbonate base for shrinkage resistance; continuous around vent corners with
butt joint bonded with silicone sealant.
(D.
Blinds: 1" x .008" aluminum slats; slat color chosen from manufacturer's
standards; tilt adjusted with interior tilt control knob.)
(E. Screens: full; field-mounted on interior with
swivel clips; handle-access wickets; 3/4" x 1 1/8" x .050" extruded tubular
aluminum frame with finish to match window in color and performance; corners mitered,
gusset reinforced, and crimped; 18 x 16 dark fiberglass [aluminum]
mesh; PVC spline.)
2.03
FABRICATION
A. Frame:
tubular members; corners mitered, gusset reinforced, and crimped.
B. Vent:
tubular members; corners mitered, gusset reinforced, and crimped.
C. Frame
and vent joints: factory-sealed with sealant conforming to AAMA 800-92.
D. Water
control: compression gasket on vent interior to utilize pressure equalization and to allow
water to drain by gravity.
2.04 DOUBLE INSULATING GLASS UNITS
A. Construction
1. Dual
perimeter sealants: polyisobutylene and silicone.
2. Air
space: continuous aluminum; no corner keys; desiccant (;
argon-filled).
B. Exterior
glass lite
1. Thickness:
1/8" [3/16"] [1/4"].
2. Tint:
clear [bronze] [gray].
3. Type:
annealed [tempered] [laminated *Enter interlayer and lite
descriptions*] [heat-strengthened].
(4.
Coating: solar-reflective.)
C. Interior
glass lite
1. Thickness:
1/8" [3/16"] [1/4"].
2. Tint:
clear [pattern #62 obscure].
3. Type:
annealed [tempered] [laminated *Enter interlayer and lite descriptions*] [heat-strengthened].
(4.
Coating: pyrolitic Low E on #3 surface.)
D. Performance
1. Seal
durability: conformance to ASTM E 774-92; visible, permanent IGCC certification label for
CBA rating level.
(2.
Other: *Enter
U value, etc., information as required*)
[2.04 TRIPLE
INSULATING GLASS UNITS]
A. Construction
1. Dual
perimeter sealants: polyisobutylene and polyurethane.
2. Air
spaces: two continuous galvanized steel spacers; no corner keys; desiccant.
B. Exterior
glass lite
1. Thickness:
1/8" [3/16"].
2. Tint:
clear [bronze] [gray].
3. Type:
annealed [tempered] [heat-strengthened].
C. Internal
film: Southwall Heat Mirror™ #SC75.
D. Interior
glass lite
1. Thickness:
1/8" [3/16"].
2. Tint:
clear [pattern #62 obscure].
3. Type:
annealed [tempered] [heat-strengthened].
(E.
Performance:
*Enter U value, etc.,
information as required*)
[2.04 MONOLITHIC
VISION LITES]
A. Thickness:
1/8" [3/16"] [1/4"].
B. Tint:
clear [bronze] [gray] [pattern #62 obscure].
C. Type:
annealed [tempered] [laminated *Enter interlayer and lite description*] [heat-strengthened] [1/4 " clear wired *Enter pattern*] [polycarbonate *Enter description*].
(D.
Coating: solar-reflective
[pyrolitic Low E on #2 surface].)
(E.
Performance:
*Enter transmittance
information as required*)
2.05 FINISH ON ALUMINUM EXTRUSIONS
*Enter
Para. 2.05 twice if “different finishes on exterior and interior” option is
desired*
A. Application:
on clean extrusions free from serious surface blemishes; on exposed surfaces visible when
installed product's operating sash are closed.
*Enter
the following for an ASCA 96/AAMA 2605 fluoropolymer paint finish*
B. Coating:
PPG DURANAR™ with resin containing 70% fluoropolymer; thermosetting; alternative
finishes will not be acceptable.
C. Quality
standard: conforming to ASCA 96 and AAMA 2605-98, including 10 years Florida exposure and
4000 hours humidity tests.
D. Pretreatment:
five-stage; zinc chromate conversion coating.
E. Application:
electrostatic spray and oven bake by approved applicator.
F. Coating
quantity: minimum one primer coat and one color coat.
G. Dry
film thickness: minimum 1.2 mils on exposed surfaces, except inside corners and channels.
H. Color:
chosen from manufacturer's standards.
*Or
enter the following for an AAMA 2604 durable acrylic paint finish*
B. Coating:
PPG ACRYNAR™ with durable acrylic resin; thermosetting; alternative finishes will not
be acceptable.
C. Quality
standard: conforming to AAMA 2604-98, including 5 years Florida exposure and 3000 hours
humidity tests.
D. Pretreatment:
five-stage; zinc chromate conversion coating.
E. Application:
electrostatic spray and oven bake by approved applicator.
F. Coating
quantity: minimum one primer coat and one color coat.
G. Dry
film thickness: minimum 1.4 mils on exposed surfaces, except inside corners and channels.
H. Color:
chosen from manufacturer's standards.
*Or
enter the following for an AAMA 2603 acrylic paint finish*
B. Coating:
PPG DURACRON™ with acrylic resin;
thermosetting.
C. Quality
standard: conforming to AAMA 2603-98, including 1 year Florida exposure and 1500 hours
humidity tests.
D. Pretreatment:
five-stage; zinc chromate conversion coating.
E. Application:
electrostatic spray and oven bake by approved applicator.
F. Coating
quantity: one color coat.
G. Dry
film thickness: minimum .8 mils on exposed surfaces, except inside corners and channels.
H. Color:
chosen from manufacturer's standards.
*Or
enter the following for an AAMA 611 clear anodize finish*
B. Coating:
clear anodize.
C. Quality
standard: conforming to AAMA 611-98.
D. Thickness:
AAM10C22A41 Class I - .7 mils #215 [AAM10C22A31 Class II - .4
mils #204].
*Or
enter the following for an AAMA 611 color anodize finish*
B. Coating:
color anodize.
C. Quality
standard: conforming to AAMA 611-98.
D. Thickness:
AAM10C22A44 Class I - .7 mils.
E. Color:
#313 dark bronze [#311 light bronze] [#312 medium bronze] [#315
black].
(2.06 INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES)
*Enter
the following only when the standard TR-410 frame is used*
A. Material:
extruded aluminum; nominal .062” wall; with exposed surfaces finished to match window
color and finish performance; concealed fasteners; required weatherseals; designed for
unrestricted expansion and contraction.
B. Exterior:
(two-piece mullion cover;) (two-piece head and jamb receptor
with thermal break;) (subsill with thermal break and end dams;) (sill cover;) (slip-on
expanders).
C. Interior:
(two-piece snap trim;) (stool cover).
D. Mullions:
with thermal break; (stack;) (offset stack;) (three-piece).
PART
3 - EXECUTION
3.01 PREPARATION - Prepare openings to be in
tolerance, plumb, level, provide for secure
anchoring, and in accordance with approved shop drawings.
3.02 INSTALLATION
A. Install
windows in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations and approved shop drawings with
skilled craftspeople who have demonstrated a successful history of installing windows for *Enter number*
years.
B. Provide
required support and securely fasten and set windows plumb, square, and level without
twist or bow.
C. Apply
sealant per sealant manufacturer's recommendations at joints, wipe off excess, and leave
exposed sealant surfaces clean and smooth.
(3.03 FIELD
TESTING)
A. Test
installed units in conformance with AAMA 502-90 for air and water infiltration with the
window manufacturer, contractor, and owner present.
B. Select
test units as directed by the owner's representative and use an AAMA-accredited laboratory
provided by the owner or contractor.
3.04 ADJUSTING AND CLEANING - Adjust windows as
necessary for smooth and weathertight operation, and leave windows clean and free of
construction debris.
END
OF SECTION
