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Pittco TMS 114TAluminum Glazed Storefront System

October1, 2014Page 1

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1SECTION INCLUDES

  1. Glazed aluminum framed storefront assembly.
  2. Double pane insulating sealed unit vision glass.
  1. Furnish [Pittco Standard Door Hardware] [Custom Door Hardware indicated in Part 2] [Door Hardware referenced in Section 087100].
  2. Perimeter sealant.
  3. RELATED SECTIONS
  1. Section [______]: Preparation of adjacent work to receive work of this section.
  2. Section 072600 – Vapor Retarders: Vapor seal at adjacent construction.
  3. Section 072700 – Air Barriers: Air seal at adjacent construction.
  4. Section 079200 – Joint Sealers: Assembly perimeter sealant and back-up materials.
  5. Section 084200 – Standard Aluminum Entrances: Door and frame assembly to fit within this glazed assembly.
  6. Section 085000 – Aluminum Windows: Operable sash within framing members of this section.
  7. Section 087100 – Door Hardware: Mortised hardware reinforcement requirements affecting framing members.
  8. Section 087113 – Automatic Door Equipment.
  9. Section 088000 – Glass and Glazing.
  10. Section 099000 – Painting: Field painting of interior surface of infill panel [and {______}] surfaces.
  11. REFERENCES
  1. AA (Aluminum Association), Designation System for Aluminum Finishes.
  2. AAMA SFM-1-87, Aluminum Storefront and Entrance Manual.
  3. AAMA 501.1-05, Standard Test Method for Water Penetration of Windows, Curtain Walls and doors using Dynamic Pressure.
  4. AAMA 501.2-09, Quality Assurance and Diagnostic Water Leakage Field Check of Installed Storefronts, Curtain Walls, and Sloped Glazing Systems.
  5. AAMA 503-08, Voluntary Specification for Field Testing of Newly Installed Fenestration Products
  6. AAMA 609/610-09, Cleaning and Maintenance Guide for Architecturally Finished Aluminum.
  7. AAMA 611-12, Voluntary Specifications for Anodized Architectural Aluminum.
  8. AAMA 1503-09, Voluntary Test Method for Thermal Transmittance and Condensation Resistance of Windows, Doors, and Glazed Wall Sections.
  9. AAMA 2604-10, Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements and Test Procedures for High Performance Organic Coatings on Aluminum Extrusions and Panels.
  10. AAMA 2605-11, Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements and Test Procedures for Superior Performing Organic Coatings on Aluminum Extrusions and Panels.
  11. ASTM A 123/A 123M, Zinc (Hot Dip Galvanized) Coatings on Iron and Steel Products.
  12. ASTM A 653/A 653M, Specification for Steel Sheet, Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) or Zinc-Iron Alloy-Coated (Galvanized) by the Hot-Dip Process.
  13. ASTM B 209/B 209M, Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate.
  14. ASTM B 221/B 221M, Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bar, Rod, Wire, Shape and Tube.
  15. ASTM E 283, Rate of Air Leakage Through Exterior Windows, Skylights, Curtain Walls, and Doors.
  16. ASTM E 330, Test Method for Structural Performance of Exterior Windows, Skylights, Curtain Walls, and Doors by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference.
  17. ASTM E 331, Test Method for Water Penetration of Exterior Windows, Skylights, Curtain Walls, and Doors by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference.
  18. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
  1. Aluminum storefront assembly includes split aluminum sections,tubular aluminum sections with supplementary internal framing; shop fabricated, vision glass, related flashings, anchorage, and attachment devices.
  1. Frame Assembly: [Site assembled.] [Shop assembled assembly.]
  2. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
  1. Assembly Design: Design and size components to withstand dead and live loads caused by positive and negative wind pressure acting normal to the plane of the wall as calculated in accordance with the applicable code.
  2. Assembly: Accommodate without damage to components or deterioration of seals, movement between system and peripheral construction, dynamic loading and release of loads, deflection of structural support framing.
  1. Structural Performance – Deflection: Limit mullion deflection to [flexural limit of glass,] [L/175] [_____][L/240 + 1/4” for spans greater than 13’-6”]as measured in accordance with ASTM E 330 at [_____]psf([_____]Pa); with full recovery of members.
  2. Air Infiltration: Limit air leakage through the assembly to [0.06] [_____]cfm/ft2([1.5] [_____] L/m2•s) of wall area, measured at a reference differential pressure across the assembly of [1.57] [6.24] [_____]psf ([75] [300] [_____] Pa) as measured in accordance with ASTM E 283.
  3. Static Water Leakage: None, as measured in accordance with ASTM E 331 with a test pressure difference of [10] [_____]psf([480] [_____] Pa).
  4. Dynamic Water Leakage: None, as measured in accordance with AAMA 501.1 with a test pressure difference of [10] [_____]psf([480] [_____] Pa).
  5. Condensation Resistance Factor [(CRF): 58 with 1” clear insulated glass unit when measured in accordance with AAMA 1503.],[(CR): 28 with 1” clear insulated glass unit when measured in accordance with NFRC 500.],[(CR): 29 with 1” clear insulated glass unit when measured in accordance with NFRC 500.],[_____.]
  6. Thermal Transmittance (U Factor): [0.59 with 1” clear insulated glass unit in BTU/hr• ft2•degree F when measured in accordance with AAMA 1503.], [0.59 with 1” clear insulated glass unit in BTU/hr• ft2•degree F when measured in accordance with NFRC 100.], [0.44 with 1” solarban 60 insulated glass unitin BTU/hr• ft2•degree F when measured in accordance with NFRC 100.], [_____.]
  7. Air and Vapor Seal: Maintain continuous air barrier and vapor seal throughout assembly, primarily in line with lite of glass.
  8. Expansion/Contraction: Provide for expansion and contraction within assembly components caused by ambient cycling temperature range of [170] [_____] degrees F ([77] [_____] degrees C) over a twelve (12) hour period based on a metal installation temperature of 85 degrees F (29 degrees C), without causing detrimental effect to assembly components and anchorage.
  9. System Internal Drainage: Drain water entering joints, condensation occurring in glazing channels, or migrating moisture occurring within system, to the exterior by a weep drainage network.
  10. SUBMITTALS FOR REVIEW
  1. Section [013300:] [______:] Submission Procedures.
  2. Product Data: Provide component dimensions; describe components within assembly, anchorage and fasteners, glass, [door hardware,] internal drainage details and [______].
  3. Design Data: Provide framing member structural and physical characteristics, [calculations,] dimensional limitations.
  4. Shop Drawings: Indicate system dimensions, framed opening requirements and tolerances, affected related work and expansion and contraction joint location and details.
  1. Submit [two] [_____] samples [1-3/4 x 4 inch] [_____ x _____] inch [45 x 100 mm] [_____ x _____] mm in size illustrating finished aluminum surface.
  2. Submit [two] [_____] samples [12 x 12 inch] [_____ x _____] inch [305 x 305 mm] [_____ x _____] mm in size illustrating glass infill, glazing materials.
  3. SUBMITTALS FOR INFORMATION
  1. Section [013300:] [______:] Submission procedures.
  2. Manufacturer’s Certificate: Certify that [Products] [_____] meet or exceed [specified requirements.] [______.]
  3. SUBMITTALS FOR PROJECT CLOSEOUT
  1. Section [017000:] [______:]Submission Procedures.
  2. Submit manufacturer warranty and ensure forms have been completed in Owner’s name and registered with manufacturer.
  3. QUALITY ASSURANCE
  1. Design and fabricate according to AAMA SFM-1.
  2. Manufacturer [and Installer]: Company specializing in manufacturing aluminum glazing systems with minimum [three] [_____] years [documented] experience.
  3. Design structural support framing components under direct supervision of a Professional Structural Engineer experienced in design of this work and licensed at the place where the Project is located.
  4. PRE-INSTALLATION MEETING
  1. Section [013000:] [______:] Pre-installation meeting.
  2. Convene [one] [_____] week before starting work on this section.
  3. DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND PROTECTION
  1. Section [016600:] [______:] Transport, handle, store, and protect products.
  1. Handle products of this section in accordance with AAMA – SFM-1.
  2. Protect finished aluminum surfaces with [wrapping] [removable protective material]. Do not use adhesive papers or sprayed coatings which bond when exposed to sunlight or weather.
  3. PROJECT CONDITIONS
  1. Section [013100:] [______:] Coordination and meetings.
  1. Coordinate the work with installation of [firestop,] [air barrier,] [vapor retarder,] [and] [______] components or materials.
  2. ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
  1. Section [013500:] [______:] Environmental conditions affecting products on site.
  1. Do not install sealants when ambient temperature is less than [40] [_____] degrees F ([5] [_____] degrees C) during and [48] [_____] hours after installation.
  2. WARRANTY
  1. Section [017000:] [______:] Warranties.
  1. Correct defective work within a [one(1)] [five(5)] year period after substantial completion.
  2. Warranty: Include coverage for complete system for failure to meet specified requirements.
  1. Provide [five (5)] [_____] year manufacturer warranty for glazed units.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1MANUFACTURERS

  1. Base Product: Pittco Architectural Metals, Inc., ______- ______. Phone 800-992-7488, Fax 847-593-9946, Internet web site at
  1. Other acceptable manufacturers conforming to specified requirements:
  2. [______].
  3. [______].
  4. Substitutions: Not permitted.
  5. MATERIALS
  1. Extruded Aluminum: [ASTM B 221,] [ASTM B 221M,] 6063 alloy of [T5] [T6] temper.
  2. Sheet Aluminum: [ASTM B 209.] [ASTM B 209M.] [______.]
  3. Sheet Steel: [ASTM A 653/ASTM A 653M] [______]; galvanized in accordance with [______].
  4. Fasteners: [Stainless] [Galvanized] steel.
  5. COMPONENTS
  1. Frame:
  1. Exposed to view Nominal Width: 2inch (50mm).
  2. Nominal Depth: 4 1/2 inch (114 mm).
  3. Frame Assembly withthermally improved design.
  1. Glazing Pocket Depth: 3/4 inch (19 mm).
  2. Intermediate and Sill Horizontal Members.
  3. Mounting and Attachments from the head or sill.
  4. Flush, snap in glazing stops.
  5. Drainage Holes: Concealed internal weep drainage network.
  1. Reinforced Mullion: Extruded aluminum section with internal reinforcement of steel channel-shaped section, tubular steel section or extruded aluminum section.
  2. Doors: Specified in Section [084200.] [ .]
  3. Door Hardware: Specified in Section [087100.] [______.]
  4. Flashings: 0.040 inch (1 mm) thick [aluminum] [galvanized steel,] [______,] finish [as selected.] [to match mullion sections where exposed.]
  5. Operable Sash: Specified in Section [085000] [______], hopper or awning operation.
  6. Vapor Retarder: [Specified in Section [072600] [______].] [Sheet EPDM.] [______.]
  7. Air Barrier: [Specified in Section [072700] [______].] [Sheet steel, galvanized.] [______.]
  8. GLASS AND GLAZING MATERIALS
  1. Glass: Specified in Section 088000, of type described below:
  2. Outer Lite: [Float] [Heat-Strengthened] [Tempered], [Clear.], [Low-E], [______.]
  3. Space: [Dry Air.] [Argon Gas.]
  4. Inner Lite: [Float] [Heat-Strengthened] [Tempered], [______], [Clear.] [Low-E Coating on #3 Surface.] [______.]
  5. Nominal Unit Thickness: [1] [_____] inch ([25] [_____] mm).
  6. U-Factor: [_____] BTU/hr•ft2•degree F
  7. Glazing Materials: Dense EPDM wedge type gasket exterior and interior, to suit applications and achieve weather, moisture and air infiltration requirements.
  8. SEALANT MATERIALS
  1. Sealant and Backing Materials:
  2. Perimeter Sealant: [______] type as specified in Section [079200.] [______.]
  3. Sealant Used Within System (Not Used With Glazing): [______] type specified in Section [079200.] [______.]
  4. FABRICATION
  1. Fabricate components with minimum clearances and shim spacing around perimeter of assembly, yet enabling installation and dynamic movement of perimeter seal.
  2. Accurately fit and secure joints and corners. Make joints flush, hairline, and weatherproof.
  3. Prepare components to receive anchor devices. Fabricate anchors.
  4. Arrange fasteners and attachments to conceal from view.
  1. Reinforce interior horizontal head rail to receive [drapery] [blind] track brackets and attachments.
  2. Prepare components with internal reinforcement for door hardware [and door operator hinge hardware].
  3. Reinforce framing members for imposed loads.
  4. FINISHES
  1. Exposed Aluminum Surfaces: AA M10 caustic etch C21 A31, anodized to Class II Clear Color.

[OR]

  1. Exposed Aluminum Surfaces: AA M10 C21[A41 or A44], anodized to Class I [______] color.

[OR]

  1. Anodized Coating:[[Standard finish] [#62 Dark Bronze] [#63 Black]] [[Special order finish are available but may require longer lead times] [#60 Light Bronze] [#61 Medium Bronze][#59 Champagne]].

[OR]

  1. Finish of Exposed Aluminum shall be compliant with the performance standards set forth in AAMA Specification 2604, High Performance Organic Coatings on Aluminum.
  2. Type: Factory Applied, High Performance, 50% Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) Coating formulated by a licensed paint manufacturer, and applied by Paint Manufacturer’s Warranty-Approved Applicator.
  3. Pretreatment: Applicator to pre-treat the aluminum with solutions to remove organic and inorganic surface soils, remove residual oxides, followed by a Chrome Phosphate or Chromate Coating to ensure adhesion to the aluminum.
  4. Color: {Specifier to insert color code here, e.g., UC 40577 (Duranar Black)}.

[OR]

  1. Finish of Exposed Aluminum shall be compliant with the performance standards set forth in AAMA Specification 2605, Superior Performing Organic Coatings on Aluminum.
  2. Type: Factory Applied, High Performance, 70% Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) Coating formulated by a licensed paint manufacturer, and applied by Paint Manufacturer’s Warranty-Approved Applicator.
  3. Pretreatment: Applicator to pre-treat the aluminum with solutions to remove organic and inorganic surface soils, remove residual oxides, followed by a Chrome Phosphate or Chromate Coating to ensure adhesion to the aluminum.
  4. Color: {Specifier to insert color code here, e.g., UC 40577 (Duranar Black)}.
  5. Apply [one coat] [[____] coats] of bituminous paint to concealed aluminum [and steel] surfaces in contact with cementitious or dissimilar materials.
  6. Concealed Steel Items: [Stainless Steel.] [Galvanized Steel to ASTM A 123/A 123M] to [2.0] [_____] oz/ft ([610 [_____] g/m).] [Primed with manufacturer’s shop coat primer.]
  7. Extent of Finish:
  8. Apply factory coating to all surfaces exposed at complete assemblies.
  9. Apply touch-up materials for field application to minor damage of factory applied finish.
  1. Schedule of Differing Finish Colors:
  2. Exterior Surfaces: [______] color.
  3. Interior Surfaces: [______] color.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1EXAMINATION

  1. Section [017100:] [______:] Verification of existing conditions before starting work.
  2. Verify dimensions, tolerances, and method of attachment with other work.
  3. Verify wall openings and adjoining air and vapor seal materials are ready to receive work of this section.
  4. INSTALLATION
  1. Install wall assembly in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
  2. Attach to structure to permit sufficient adjustment to accommodate construction tolerances and other irregularities.
  3. Provide alignment attachments and shims to permanently fasten system to building structure.
  4. Align assembly plumb and level, free of warp or twist. Maintain assembly dimensional tolerances, aligning with adjacent work.
  5. Provide thermal isolation where components penetrate or disrupt building insulation.
  6. Install [sill] flashings. Turn up ends and edges; seal to adjacent work to form water tight end dam.
  7. Coordinate attachment and seal of perimeter air and vapor barrier materials.
  8. Pack fibrous insulation in shim spaces at perimeter of assembly to maintain continuity of thermal barrier.
  9. Install operating sash to sash manufacturer’s installation requirements.
  10. Install flashings, full opening width, consisting of one piece. If width of opening requires additional pieces, splice per manufacturer’s instructions.
  11. Set thresholds in bed of mastic and secure.
  12. Install hardware using physical hardware and templates provided. [Refer to Section 087100 for installation requirements.]
  13. Install glass in accordance with Section 088000, utilizing glazing method required to achieve performance criteria.
  1. Install Perimeter Sealant:
  2. Utilizing method required to achieve performance criteria.
  3. Use [silicone] [urethane][______]sealant, required backing materials, and recommended installation procedures.
  4. According to the requirements of Section 079000.
  5. ERECTION TOLERANCES
  1. Section [014000:] [______:] Tolerances.
  2. Maximum Variation from Plumb: 1/16 inch every 3 feet (1.5 mm/m) non-cumulative or 1/16 inch per 10 feet (1.5 mm/3 m), whichever is less
  3. Maximum Misalignment of Two Adjoining Members Abutting in Plane: 1/32 inch (0.8 mm).
  4. FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
  1. Section [014000:] [______:] Field [inspection,] [testing,] [adjusting,] [and] [balancing].
  2. Inspection will monitor quality of installation and glazing.
  3. ADJUSTING
  1. Section [017500:] [______:] Adjusting installed work.
  2. Adjust operating hardware [and sash] for smooth operation.
  3. CLEANING
  1. Section [017400:] [______:] Cleaning installed work.
  2. Remove protective material from pre-finished aluminum surfaces.
  3. Wash down surfaces with a solution of mild detergent in warm water, applied with soft, clean wiping cloths. Take care to remove dirt from corners. Wipe surfaces clean.
  4. Remove excess sealant employing a method acceptable to sealant manufacturer and finish supplier.
  5. PROTECTION OF FINISHED WORK
  1. Section [017600:] [______:] Protecting installed work.
  2. Protect finished work from damage.

END OF SECTION