SECTION 10 71 00

EXTERIOR SHUTTERS – EXTRUDED ALUMINUM COLONIAL SHUTTERS

PART  1	  GENERAL
1.1 		SECTION INCLUDES
A.		Extruded Aluminum Colonial Louvered shutters
1.2 		RELATED SECTIONS
1.3 		REFERENCES
A.		AAMA 2603/04/05 - Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements and Test Procedures for Pigmented Organic Coatings on Aluminum Extrusions and Panels; 1998.	
B.		MIAMI Dade County Product Control; Florida Building Code
1.4 		SUBMITTALS
A.		Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
B.		Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including installation instructions.
C.		Selection Samples:  For each finish specified, two complete sets of color chips representing manufacturer's full range of available colors and patterns.
D.		Operating and maintenance data.
1.5 		DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A.		Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation.
PART  2	  PRODUCTS
2.1 		MANUFACTURERS
A.		Acceptable Manufacturer: Willard Shutter Co., Inc., which is located at: 4420 N.W. 35th Ct.  ; Miami, FL 33142; Toll Free Tel: 800-826-4530; Tel: 305-633-0162; Email: request info (info@willardshutterco.com); Web: www.willardshutterco.com 
B.		Substitutions:  Not permitted.
2.2 		MATERIALS
A.		Louvered Shutters:  Extruded Aluminum; box beam frame with extruded louvers interlocking into frame.
1.		Size and Configuration:  As indicated on drawings.
2.		Construct to withstand ____ psf (____ kPa) positive and negative wind pressure without damage or failure of anchors; provide intermediate louver supports and frame reinforcing as required.
3.		Frame:  0.060 inch (1.53 mm) thick aluminum; 2 inches (50 mm) wide by 1-1/4 inches (32 mm); interior channels filled with high-temperature industrial adhesive to retain louvers.
4.		Louvers:  Extruded aluminum multi-hollow; 0.050 inches (1.25 mm) thick, 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) wide, with full radius edges, spaced at 1-1/4 inches (32 mm).
5.		Hinges concealed when shutter is open; hold back catch on each leaf.
6.		Aluminum tie-bars attached to hinged panels in closed position to secure shutter for storm (may be used alone or in conjunction with pin-latch)
7.		Sliding pin-latches used for securing shutters in closed position. (may be used in conjunction with tie-bars)
8.		Screw type tie down brackets and wall anchors as required for wind resistance.
9.		Fasteners:  Self-tapping stainless steel machine screws or aluminum blind rivets.
10.	Frame and Louver Finish:  Electro-statically applied, modified acrylic/ polyester powder coat over pre-treated aluminum, cured at 400°F.
PART 3  EXECUTION
1.1 		EXAMINATION
A.		Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly prepared.
B.		If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.
1.2 		INSTALLATION
A.		Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
B.		Adjust for proper operation.
1.3 		PROTECTION
A.		Protect installed products until completion of project.
B.		Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products and finishes before Substantial Completion.

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