36C24418B0593-003.pdf

PROJECT MANUAL

VA Coatesville

1400 Black Horse Hill Road Coatesville, PA 19320

Building 3/MRI Storefront

ISSUED FOR BIDDING

October 27, 2017

10-01-17

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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

VHA MASTER SPECIFICATIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section 00 01 10

DIVISION 00 - SPECIAL SECTIONS DATE

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 33 23 Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples 05-17

DIVISION 02 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

DIVISION 03 – CONCRETE

03 30 53 (Short-Form) Cast-in-Place Concrete 02-16

DIVISION 04 – MASONRY

DIVISION 05 – METALS

DIVISION 06 – WOOD,PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES

DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

DIVISION 08 - OPENINGS

08 41 13 Aluminum-Framed Entrances and Storefronts 08-16 08 80 00 Glazing 10-15

DIVISION 09 – FINISHES

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES

DIVISION 11 – EQUIPMENT

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS

DIVISION 13 - SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

DIVISION 14– CONVEYING EQUIPEMENT

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SECTION 01 33 23

SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. This specification defines the general requirements and procedures for submittals. A submittal is information submitted for VA review to establish compliance with the contract documents.

B. VA approval of a submittal does not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility for any error which may exist. The Contractor is responsible for fully complying with all contract requirements and the satisfactory construction of all work, including the need to check, confirm, and coordinate the work of all subcontractors for the project.

Non-compliant material incorporated in the work will be removed and replaced at the Contractor’s expense.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Preconstruction Submittals: Submittals which are required prior to issuing contract notice to proceed or starting construction. For example, Certificates of insurance; Surety bonds; Site-specific safety plan; Construction progress schedule; Schedule of values; Submittal register; List of proposed subcontractors.

B. Shop Drawings: Drawings, diagrams, and schedules specifically prepared to illustrate some portion of the work. Drawings prepared by or for the Contractor to show how multiple systems and interdisciplinary work will be integrated and coordinated.

C. Product Data: Catalog cuts, illustrations, schedules, diagrams, performance charts, instructions, and brochures, which describe and illustrate size, physical appearance, and other characteristics of materials, systems, or equipment for some portion of the work. Samples of warranty language when the contract requires extended product warranties.

C. Samples: Physical examples of materials, equipment, or workmanship that illustrate functional and aesthetic characteristics of a material or product and establish standards by which the work can be judged. Color samples from the manufacturer's standard line (or custom color samples if specified) to be used in selecting or approving colors for the

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D. Design Data: Calculations, mix designs, analyses, or other data pertaining to a part of work.

E. Test Reports: Report which includes findings of a test required to be performed by the Contractor on an actual portion of the work. Report which includes finding of a test made at the job site or on sample taken from the job site, on portion of work during or after installation.

F. Certificates: Document required of Contractor, or of a manufacturer, supplier, installer, or subcontractor through Contractor. The purpose is to document procedures, acceptability of methods, or personnel qualifications for a portion of the work.

G. Manufacturer's Instructions: Pre-printed material describing installation of a product, system, or material, including special notices and MSDS concerning impedances, hazards, and safety precautions.

H. Manufacturer's Field Reports: Documentation of the testing and verification actions taken by manufacturer's representative at the job site on a portion of the work, during or after installation, to confirm compliance with manufacturer's standards or instructions. The documentation must indicate whether the material, product, or system has passed or failed the test.

I. Operation and Maintenance Data: Manufacturer data that is required to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment, including manufacturer's help, parts list, and product line documentation. This data shall be incorporated in an operations and maintenance manual.

J. Closeout Submittals: Documentation necessary to properly close out a construction contract. For example, Record Drawings and as-built drawings. Also, submittal requirements necessary to properly close out a phase of construction on a multi-phase contract.

1.3 SUBMITTAL REGISTER

A. The submittal register will list items of equipment and materials for which submittals are required by the specifications. This list may not be all inclusive and additional submittals may be required by the specifications. The Contractor is not relieved from supplying submittals required by the contract documents but which have been omitted from the submittal register.

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B. The submittal register will serve as a scheduling document for submittals and will be used to control submittal actions throughout the contract period.

C. The VA will provide the initial submittal register in electronic format. Thereafter, the Contractor shall track all submittals by maintaining a complete list, including completion of all data columns, including dates on which submittals are received and returned by the

VA.

D. The Contractor shall update the submittal register as submittal actions occur and maintain the submittal register at the project site until final acceptance of all work by Contracting Officer.

E. The Contractor shall submit formal monthly updates to the submittal register in electronic format. Each monthly update shall document actual submission and approval dates for each submittal.

1.4 SUBMITTAL SCHEDULING

A. Submittals are to be scheduled, submitted, reviewed, and approved prior to the acquisition of the material or equipment.

B. Coordinate scheduling, sequencing, preparing, and processing of submittals with performance of work so that work will not be delayed by submittal processing. Allow time for potential resubmittal.

C. No delay costs or time extensions will be allowed for time lost in late submittals or resubmittals.

D. All submittals are required to be approved prior to the start of the specified work activity.

1.5 SUBMITTAL PREPARATION

A. Each submittal is to be complete and in sufficient detail to allow ready determination of compliance with contract requirements.

B. Collect required data for each specific material, product, unit of work, or system into a single submittal. Prominently mark choices, options, and portions applicable to the submittal. Partial submittals will not be accepted for expedition of construction effort. Submittal will be returned without review if incomplete.

C. If available product data is incomplete, provide Contractor-prepared documentation to supplement product data and satisfy submittal requirements.

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D. All irrelevant or unnecessary data shall be removed from the submittal to facilitate accuracy and timely processing. Submittals that contain the excessive amount of irrelevant or unnecessary data will be returned with review.

E. Provide a transmittal form for each submittal with the following information:

1. Project title, location and number.

2. Construction contract number.

3. Date of the drawings and revisions.

4. Name, address, and telephone number of subcontractor, supplier, manufacturer, and any other subcontractor associated with the submittal.

5. List paragraph number of the specification section and sheet number of the contract drawings by which the submittal is required.

6. When a resubmission, add alphabetic suffix on submittal description.

For example, submittal 18 would become 18A, to indicate resubmission.

7. Product identification and location in project.

F. The Contractor is responsible for reviewing and certifying that all submittals are in compliance with contract requirements before submitting for VA review. Proposed deviations from the contract requirements are to be clearly identified. All deviations submitted must include a side by side comparison of item being proposed against item specified. Failure to point out deviations will result in the VA requiring removal and replacement of such work at the Contractor's expense.

G. Stamp, sign, and date each submittal transmittal form indicating action taken.

H. Stamp used by the Contractor on the submittal transmittal form to certify that the submittal meets contract requirements is to be similar to the following:

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| CONTRACTOR |

| (Firm Name) |

| Approved |

| Approved with corrections as noted on submittal data and/or |

| attached sheets(s) |

| SIGNATURE: |

| TITLE: |

| DATE: |

1.6 SUBMITTAL FORMAT AND TRANSMISSION

A. Provide submittals in electronic format, with the exception of material samples. Use PDF as the electronic format, unless otherwise specified or directed by the Contracting Officer.

B. Compile the electronic submittal file as a single, complete document.

Name the electronic submittal file specifically according to its contents.

C. Electronic files must be of sufficient quality that all information is legible. Generate PDF files from original documents so that the text included in the PDF file is both searchable and can be copied. If documents are scanned, Optical Character Resolution (OCR) routines are required.

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D. E-mail electronic submittal documents smaller than 5MB in size to e-mail addresses as directed by the Contracting Officer.

E. Provide electronic documents over 5MB through an electronic FTP file sharing system. Confirm that the electronic FTP file sharing system can be accessed from the VA computer network. The Contractor is responsible for setting up, providing, and maintaining the electronic

FTP file sharing system for the construction contract period of performance.

F. Provide hard copies of submittals when requested by the Contracting

Officer. Up to 3 additional hard copies of any submittal may be requested at the discretion of the Contracting Officer, at no additional cost to the VA.

1.7 SAMPLES

A. Submit two sets of physical samples showing range of variation, for each required item.

B. Where samples are specified for selection of color, finish, pattern, or texture, submit the full set of available choices for the material or product specified.

C. When color, texture, or pattern is specified by naming a particular manufacturer and style, include one sample of that manufacturer and style, for comparison.

D. Before submitting samples, the Contractor is to ensure that the materials or equipment will be available in quantities required in the project. No change or substitution will be permitted after a sample has been approved.

E. The VA reserves the right to disapprove any material or equipment which previously has proven unsatisfactory in service.

F. Physical samples supplied maybe requested back for use in the project after reviewed and approved.

1.8 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA

A. Submit data specified for a given item within 30 calendar days after the item is delivered to the contract site.

B. In the event the Contractor fails to deliver O&M Data within the time limits specified, the Contracting Officer may withhold from progress payments 50 percent of the price of the item with which such O&M Data are applicable.

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1.9 TEST REPORTS

SRE may require specific test after work has been installed or completed which could require contractor to repair test area at no additional cost to contract.

1.10 VA REVIEW OF SUBMITTALS AND RFIS

A. The VA will review all submittals for compliance with the technical requirements of the contract documents. The Architect-Engineer for this project will assist the VA in reviewing all submittals and determining contractual compliance. Review will be only for conformance with the applicable codes, standards and contract requirements.

B. Period of review for submittals begins when the VA COR receives submittal from the Contractor.

C. Period of review for each resubmittal is the same as for initial submittal.

D. VA review period is 15 working days for submittals.

E. VA review period is 10 working days for RFIs.

F. The VA will return submittals to the Contractor with the following notations:

1. "Approved": authorizes the Contractor to proceed with the work covered.

2. "Approved as noted": authorizes the Contractor to proceed with the work covered provided the Contractor incorporates the noted comments and makes the noted corrections.

3. "Disapproved, revise and resubmit": indicates noncompliance with the contract requirements or that submittal is incomplete. Resubmit with appropriate changes and corrections. No work shall proceed for this item until resubmittal is approved.

4. "Not reviewed": indicates submittal does not have evidence of being reviewed and approved by Contractor or is not complete. A submittal marked "not reviewed" will be returned with an explanation of the reason it is not reviewed. Resubmit submittals after taking appropriate action.

1.11 APPROVED SUBMITTALS

A. The VA approval of submittals is not to be construed as a complete check, and indicates only that the general method of construction, materials, detailing, and other information are satisfactory.

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B. VA approval of a submittal does not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility for any error which may exist. The Contractor is responsible for fully complying with all contract requirements and the satisfactory construction of all work, including the need to check, confirm, and coordinate the work of all subcontractors for the project.

Non-compliant material incorporated in the work will be removed and replaced at the Contractor’s expense.

C. After submittals have been approved, no resubmittal for the purpose of substituting materials or equipment will be considered unless accompanied by an explanation of why a substitution is necessary.

D. Retain a copy of all approved submittals at project site, including approved samples.

1.12 WITHHOLDING OF PAYMENT

Payment for materials incorporated in the work will not be made if required approvals have not been obtained.

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SECTION 03 30 53

(SHORT-FORM) CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Foundation wall infill.

2. Preparation of existing surfaces to receive concrete.

1.2 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

1.3 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

A. Comply with references to extent specified in this Section.

B. American Concrete Institute (ACI):

1. 117-15 - Tolerances for Concrete Construction, Materials and

Commentary.

2. 117M-10(R2015) - Tolerances for Concrete Construction, Materials and

Commentary.

3. 211.1-91(R2009) - Proportions for Normal, Heavyweight, and Mass

Concrete.

4. 305.1-14 - Hot Weather Concreting.

5. 306.1-90(R2002) - Cold Weather Concreting.

6. 347-04 - Guide to Formwork for Concrete.

C. ASTM International(ASTM):

1. A615/A615M-15ae1 - Deformed and Plain Carbon-Steel Bars for Concrete

Reinforcement.

2. A1064/A1064M-15 - Carbon-Steel Wire and Welded Wire Reinforcement, Plain and Deformed, for Concrete.

3. C33/C33M-13 - Concrete Aggregates.

4. C39/C39M-15a - Compressive Strength of Cylindrical Concrete

Specimens.

5. C94/C94M-15a - Ready-Mixed Concrete.

6. C143/C143M-15 - Slump of Hydraulic Cement Concrete.

7. C150/C150M-15 - Portland Cement.

8. C171-07 - Sheet Material for Curing Concrete.

9. C192/C192M-15 - Making and Curing Concrete Test Specimens in the

Laboratory.

10. C219-14a - Terminology Relating to Hydraulic Cement.

11.

12. C494/C494M-15 - Chemical Admixtures for Concrete.

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13. C618-15 - Coal Fly Ash and Raw or Calcined Natural Pozzolan for Use in Concrete.

14. C881/C881M-14 - Epoxy-Resin-Base Bonding Systems for Concrete.

15. C989/C989M-14 - Slag Cement for Use in Concrete and Mortars.

16. C1240-15 - Silica Fume Used in Cementitious Mixtures.

D. International Concrete Repair Institute:

1. 310.2R-2013 - Selecting and Specifying Concrete Surface Preparation for Sealers, Coatings, Polymer Overlays, and Concrete Repair.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Submittal Procedures: Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES.

B. Submittal Drawings:

1. Large scale drawings of reinforcing steel.

C. Manufacturer's Literature and Data:

1. Concrete Mix Design.

2. Air-entraining admixture, chemical admixtures, and curing compounds.

3. Indicate manufacturer's recommendation for each application.

D. Certificates: Certify products comply with specifications.

a. Each ready mix concrete batch delivered to site.

1.5 DELIVERY

A. Deliver each ready-mixed concrete batch with mix certification in duplicate according to ASTM C94/C94M.

1.6 WARRANTY

A. Construction Warranty: FAR clause 52.246-21, "Warranty of

Construction."

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Portland Cement: ASTM C150/C150M, Type I or II.

B. Pozzolans:

1. Fly Ash: ASTM C618, Class C or F including supplementary optional physical requirements.

2. Slag: ASTM C989/C989M; Grade 80.

3. Silica Fume: ASTM C1240.

C. Coarse Aggregate: ASTM C33/C33M.

1. fill.

2. Size 67 for other applications.

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D. Fine Aggregate: ASTM C33/C33M.

E. Lightweight Aggregate for Structural Concrete: ASTM C330/C330M, Table

1.

F. Mixing Water: Fresh, clean, and potable.

G. Air-Entraining Admixture: ASTM C260/C260M.

H. Chemical Admixtures: ASTM C494/C494M.

I. Reinforcing Steel: ASTM A615/A615M or ASTM A996/A996M, deformed. See

Structural Drawings for grade.

J. Forms: Wood, plywood, metal, or other materials, approved by

Contracting Officer, of grade or type suitable to obtain type of finish specified.

1. Plywood: Exterior grade, free of defects and patches on contact surface.

2. Lumber: Sound, grade-marked, S4S stress graded softwood.

3. Form coating: As recommended by Contractor.

K. Welded Wire Fabric: ASTM A1064/A1064M, plain; Grade 65; sized as indicated.

L. Sheet Materials for Curing Concrete: ASTM C171.

M. Abrasive Aggregates: Aluminum oxide grains or emery grits.

N. Liquid Densifier/Sealer: 100 percent active colorless aqueous siliconate solution.

O. Grout, Non-Shrinking: Premixed ferrous or non-ferrous. Grout to show no settlement or vertical drying shrinkage at 3 days. Compressive strength for grout, at least 18 MPa (2500 psi) at 3 days and 35 MPa (5000 psi) at 28 days.

2.2 ACCESSORIES

A. Bonding Agent: ASTM C 1059/C 1059M, Type II.

B. Structural Adhesive: ASTM C881, 2-component material suitable for use on dry or damp surfaces. Provide material Type, Grade, and Class to suit Project requirements.

C. .

2.3 CONCRETE MIXES

A. Design concrete mixes according to ASTM C94/C94M, Option C.

B. Compressive strength at 28 days: minimum 25 MPa (3,000 psi).

C. Submit mix design and results of compression tests to the Contracting

Officer for his evaluation. Identify all materials, including admixtures, making-up the concrete.

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D. Maximum Slump for Vibrated Concrete: 100 mm (4 inches) tested according to ASTM C143.

E. Cement and Water Factor (See Table I):

TABLE I - CEMENT AND WATER FACTORS FOR CONCRETE

Concrete: Strength Non-Air-Entrained Air-Entrained

Min. 28 Day Comp.

Str.

MPa (psi)

Min. Cement kg/cu. m

(lbs./cu.

yd.)

Max. Water

Cement Ratio

Min. Cement kg/cu. m

(lbs./cu.

yd.)

Max. Water

Cement Ratio

35 (5000)1,3 375 (630) 0.45 385 (650) 0.40

30 (4000)1,3 325 (550) 0.55 340 (570) 0.50

25 (3000)1,3 280 (470) 0.65 290 (490) 0.55

25 (3000)1,2 300 (500) * 310 (520) *

Footnotes:

1. If trial mixes are used, achieve a compressive strength 8.3 MPa (1

200 psi) in excess of f'c. For concrete strengths greater than 35 MPa

(5,000 psi), achieve a compressive strength 9.7 MPa (1,400 psi) in excess of f’c.

2. Lightweight Structural Concrete: Pump mixes may require higher cement values as specified in ACI 318/318M.

3. For Concrete Exposed to High Sulfate Content Soils: Maximum water cement ratio is 0.44.

* Laboratory Determined according to ACI 211.1 for normal weight concrete or

ACI 211.2 for lightweight structural concrete.

F. Air-entrainment as specified, and conform with the following for air content table:

TABLE II - TOTAL AIR CONTENT

FOR VARIOUS SIZES OF COARSE AGGREGATES

Nominal Maximum Size of

Coarse Aggregate

Total Air Content, percent

10 mm (3/8 inches) 6 Moderate exposure; 7.5 severe exposure

13 mm (1/2 inches) 5.5 Moderate exposure; 7 severe

19 mm (3/4 inches) 5 Moderate exposure; 6 severe exposure

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TABLE II - TOTAL AIR CONTENT

FOR VARIOUS SIZES OF COARSE AGGREGATES

Nominal Maximum Size of

Coarse Aggregate

Total Air Content, percent

25 mm (1 inches) 4.5 Moderate exposure; 6 severe

40 mm (1 1/2 inches) 4.5 Moderate exposure; 5.5 severe exposure

2.4 BATCHING AND MIXING

A. Store, batch, and mix materials according to ASTM C94/C94M.

1. Job-Mixed: Batch mix concrete in stationary mixers as specified in

ASTM C94/C94M.

2. Ready-Mixed Concrete: Comply with ASTM C94/C94M, except use of non-agitating equipment for transporting concrete to Site is not acceptable.

3. When aggregate producer's instructions deviate from specifications, submit proposed resolution for Contracting Officer's Representative consideration.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 FORMWORK

A. Installation: Conform to ACI 347. Construct forms to obtain concrete of the shapes, dimensions and profiles indicated, with tight joints.

B. Design and construct forms to prevent bowing-out of forms between supports and to be removable without prying against or otherwise damaging fresh concrete.

C. When patching formed concrete, seal form edges against existing surface to prevent leakage; set forms so that patch is flush with adjacent surfaces.

D. Treating and Wetting: Treat or wet concrete contact surfaces:

1. Clean and coat removable metal forms with light form oil before reinforcement is placed.

2. In hot weather, cool metal forms by thoroughly wetting with water just before placing concrete.

3. Prevent water from accumulating and remaining within forms.

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E. Construction Tolerances - General: Install and maintain concrete formwork to assure completion of work within specified tolerances.

F. Adjust or replace completed work exceeding specified tolerances before placing concrete.

3.2 REINFORCEMENT

A. Install concrete reinforcement according to ACI 318 and ACI SP-66.

B. Support and securely tie reinforcing steel to prevent displacement during placing of concrete.

C. Drilling for Dowels in Existing Concrete: Use sharp bits, drill hole slightly oversize, fill with epoxy grout, inset the dowel, and remove excess epoxy.

3.3 PLACING CONCRETE

A. Remove hardened concrete, debris and other foreign materials from interior of forms, and from inside of mixing and conveying equipment.

Obtain approval from Contracting Officer's Representative before placing concrete.

B. Roughen and clean free from laitance, foreign matter, and loose particles before placing new concrete on existing concrete.

1. Blow-out areas with compressed air and immediately coat contact areas with adhesive in compliance with manufacturer's instructions.

C. Convey concrete from mixer to final place of deposit by method that will prevent segregation or loss of ingredients. Do not deposit, in

Work, concrete that has attained its initial set or has contained its water or cement more than 1 1/2 hours. Do not allow concrete to drop freely more than 1500 mm (5 feet) in unexposed work nor more than

900 mm (3 feet) in exposed work.

D. Place and consolidate concrete in horizontal layers not exceeding

300 mm (12 inches) in thickness. Consolidate concrete by spading, rodding, and mechanical vibrator. Do not secure vibrator to forms or reinforcement. Continuously vibrate during placement of concrete.

E. Hot Weather Concrete Placement: As recommended by ACI 305.1 to prevent adversely affecting properties and serviceability of hardened concrete.

F. Cold Weather Concrete Placement: As recommended by ACI 306.1, to prevent freezing of thin sections less than 300 mm (12 inches) and to permit concrete to gain strength properly.

1. Do not use calcium chloride without written approval from

Contracting Officer's Representative.

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3.4 PROTECTION AND CURING

A. Protect exposed surfaces of concrete from premature drying, wash by rain or running water, wind, mechanical damage, and excessive hot or cold temperatures.

B. Curing Methods: Cure concrete with curing compound using wet method with sheets.

C. Formed Concrete Curing: Wet the tops and exposed portions of formed concrete and keep moist until forms are removed.

1. If forms are removed before 14 days after concrete is cast, install sheet curing materials as specified above.

3.5 FORM REMOVAL

A. Maintain forms in place until concrete is self-supporting, with construction operation loads.

B. Remove fins, laitance and loose material from concrete surfaces when forms are removed. Repair honeycombs, rock pockets, sand runs, spalls, or otherwise damaged surfaces by patching with the same mix as concrete minus the coarse aggregates.

C. Finish to match adjacent surfaces.

3.6 FINISHES

1. Surfaces Exposed to View in Finished Areas: Grout finish, unless otherwise shown, for uniform color and smooth finish treated.

a. Remove laitance, fins and burrs.

b. Scrub concrete with wire brushes. Clean stained concrete surfaces with hone or stone.

c. Apply grout composed of 1 part Portland cement and 1 part clean, fine sand (smaller than 600 micro-m (No. 30) sieve). Work grout into surface of concrete with cork floats or fiber brushes until pits and honeycomb are filled.

d. After grout has hardened, but is still plastic, remove surplus grout with sponge rubber float and by rubbing with clean burlap.

e. In hot, dry weather fog spray surfaces with water to keep grout wet during setting period. Complete finished areas in same day.

Confine limits of finished areas to natural breaks in wall surface. Do not leave grout on concrete surface overnight.

3.7 FOUNDATION WALL INFILL

A. Install air-entrained concrete at foundation wall infill, as indicated.

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B. Finish exposed surfaces to match adjacent concrete surfaces, new or existing.

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SECTION 08 41 13

ALUMINUM-FRAMED ENTRANCES AND STOREFRONTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Aluminum-framed and storefronts.

1.2 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Glass and Glazing: Section 08 80 00, GLAZING.

B. Aluminum Finish and Color: Match Existing Adjacent Storefront

1.3 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

A. Comply with references to extent specified in this section.

B. American Architectural Manufacturers Associations (AAMA):

1. 2603-15 - Performance Requirements and Test Procedures for Pigmented

Organic Coatings on Aluminum Extrusions and Panels.

C. American Welding Society (AWS):

1. D1.2/D1.2M-14 - Structural Welding Code - Aluminum.

D. ASTM International (ASTM):

1. A240/A240M-15b - Chromium and Chromium-Nickel Stainless Steel Plate, Sheet, and Strip for Pressure Vessels and for General Applications.

2. B209-14 - Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate.

3. B221-14 - Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles, and Tubes.

4. D1187/D1187M-97(2011)e1 - Asphalt-Base Emulsions for Use as

Protective Coatings for Metal.

5. E283-04(2012) - Rate of Air Leakage Through Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, and Doors Under Specified Pressure Differences Across the Specimen.

6. E330/E330M-14 -Structural Performance of Exterior Windows, Doors, Skylights and Curtain Walls by Uniform Static Air Pressure

Difference.

7. E331-00(2009) - Water Penetration of Exterior Windows, Curtain

Walls, and Doors by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference.

8. E1996-14a - Performance of Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, Doors, and impact Protective Systems Impacted by Windborne Debris in

Hurricanes.

9. F468-15 - Nonferrous Bolts, Hex Cap Screws, and Studs for General

Use.

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10. F593-13a - Stainless Steel Bolts, Hex Cap Screws, and Studs.

E. National Association of Architectural Metal Manufacturers (NAAMM):

1. AMP 500-06 - Metal Finishes Manual.

F. National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC):

1. 500-14(E1A0) - Determining Fenestration Product Condensation

Resistance Values.

G. United States Veterans Administration (VA):

1. PSDSDD - Physical Security Design Standards Data Definitions.

1.4 PREINSTALLATION MEETINGS

A. Conduct preinstallation meeting at project site minimum 30 days before beginning Work of this section.

1. Required Participants:

a. Contracting Officer's Representative.

b. Contractor.

c. Installer.

2. Meeting Agenda: Distribute agenda to participants minimum 3 days before meeting.

a. Installation schedule.

b. Installation sequence.

c. Preparatory work.

d. Protection before, during, and after installation.

e. Installation.

f. Terminations.

g. Transitions and connections to other work.

h. Other items affecting successful completion.

3. Document and distribute meeting minutes to participants to record decisions affecting installation.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. Submittal Procedures: Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES.

B. Submittal Drawings: Minimum 1 to 2 (half size) scale.

1. Show size, configuration, and fabrication and installation details.

2. Show anchorage and reinforcement.

3. Show interface and relationship to adjacent work, including thermal, air, and water barrier continuity.

C. Manufacturer's Literature and Data:

1. Description of each product.

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2. Doors, each type.

3. Entrance and Storefront construction.

4. Installation instructions.

5. Warranty.

D. Samples:

E. Aluminum Anodized Finish: wo sample extrusions minimum 150 mm

(6 inches) long Sustainable Construction Submittals:

1. Recycled Content: Identify post-consumer and pre-consumer recycled content percentage by weight.

F. Test reports: Certify products comply with specifications.

G. Certificates: Certify products comply with specifications.

1. Certify anodized finish thickness.

H. Qualifications: Substantiate qualifications comply with specifications.

1. Manufacturer with project experience list .

2. Installer with project experience list .

3. Welders and welding procedures.

I. Operation and Maintenance Data:

1. Care instructions for each exposed finish product.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Manufacturer Qualifications:

1. Regularly manufactures specified products.

2. Manufactured specified products with satisfactory service on five similar installations for minimum five years.

a. Project Experience List: Provide contact names and addresses for completed projects.

B. Installer Qualifications: Product manufacturer.

1. Regularly installs specified products.

2. Installed specified products with satisfactory service on five similar installations for minimum five years.

a. Project Experience List: Provide contact names and addresses for completed projects.

C. Welders and Welding Procedures Qualifications: AWS D1.2/D1.2M.

1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. Deliver products in manufacturer's original sealed packaging.

B. Mark packaging, legibly. Indicate manufacturer's name or brand, type, color, production run number, and manufacture date.

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C. Before installation, return or dispose of products within distorted, damaged, or opened packaging.

D. Store products indoors in dry, weathertight facility.

E. Protect products from damage during handling and construction operations.

1.8 WARRANTY

A. Construction Warranty: FAR clause 52.246-21, "Warranty of

Construction."

B. Manufacturer's Warranty: Warrant painted finish against material and manufacturing defects.

1. Warranty Period: 20 years.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SYSTEM PERFORMANCE

A. Delegated Design: Prepare submittal documents including design calculations and drawings signed and sealed by registered design professional, licensed in state where work is located.

1. Minor deviations to details shown on drawings to accommodate manufacturer’s standard products may be accepted by Contracting

Officer's Representative when deviations do not affect design concept and specified performance.

B. Design aluminum framed entrances and storefronts complying with specified performance:

1. Wind Load Resistance: ASCE/SEI 7; Design criteria as indicated on

Drawings when tested according to ASTM E330/E330M.

a. Wind Load: 1.4 kPa 30 psf) positive and negative, minimum.

b. Maximum Deflection: 1/175 of span, maximum with minimum 1.65 safety factor.

2. Thermal Movement: Accommodate ambient temperature range of

67 degrees C (120 degrees F).

3. Blast Resistance:

a. Life Safety Protected Facilities: VA PSDSDD W1 design threat level located at standoff distance.

1) Standoff Distance: Minimum 7.5 m (25 feet); maximum VA PSDSDD

GP1.

2) Glass Fragment Penetration: Maximum 3 m (10 feet).

b. Failure: Glass must fail first.

4. Condensation Resistance: NFRC 500.

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a. Fixed Framing: 45 CRF, minimum.

5. Water Resistance: ASTM E331; No uncontrolled penetration at380 Pa

(8 psf), minimum, pressure differential.

6. Fixed Framing Air Infiltration Resistance: ASTM E283; 0.30 L/s/sq. m

(0.06 cfm/sf), maximum at 300 Pa (6.24 psf), minimum, pressure differential.

2.2 MATERIALS

A. Aluminum:

1. Sheet Metal: ASTM B209M (ASTM B209), minimum 1.6 mm (0.063 inch) thick.

2. Extrusions: ASTM B221M (ASTM B221).

a. Framing: Minimum 3 mm (0.125 inch) wall thickness.

b. Glazing Beads, Moldings, and Trim: Minimum 1.25 mm (0.050 inch) thick.

3. Alloy 6063 temper T5 for storefronts .

4. Color Anodized Aluminum: Provide aluminum alloy required to produce specified color.

B. Stainless Steel: ASTM A240/A240M; Type 302 or Type 304.

2.3 PRODUCTS - GENERAL

A. Basis of Design: Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES.

B. Provide aluminum framed storefronts from one manufacturer and from one production run .

C. Sustainable Construction Requirements:

1. Aluminum Recycled Content: 50 percent total recycled content, minimum.

2.4 FRAMES

A. Framing Members: Extruded aluminum, thermally broken .

B. Stops: Provide integral fixed stops and glass rebates and snap-on removable stops.

C. Provide concealed screws, bolts and other fasteners.

D. Secure cover boxes to frames in back of lock strike cutouts.

2.5 FABRICATION

A. Form metal parts and fit and assemble joints, except joints designed to accommodate movement. Seal joints to resist air infiltration and water penetration.

B. Welding:

1. Make welds without distorting and discoloring exposed surfaces.

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2. Clean and dress welds. Remove welding flux and weld spatter.

2.6 FINISHES

A. Aluminum Anodized Finish: NAAMM AMP 500.

1. Clear Anodized Finish: AA-C22A41; Class I Architectural, 0.018 mm

(0.7 mil) thick.

2.7 ACCESSORIES

A. Dielectric Tape: Plastic, non-absorptive, with pressure sensitive adhesive; 0.18 to 0.25 mm (7 to 10 mils) thick.

B. Barrier Coating: ASTM D1187/D1187M.

C. Welding Materials: AWS D1.2/D1.2M, type to suit application.

D. Fasteners:

1. Aluminum: ASTM F468, Alloy 2024.

2. Stainless Steel: ASTM F593, Alloy Groups 1, 2 and 3.

E. Anchors: Aluminum or stainless steel; type to suit application.

F. Galvanizing Repair Paint: MPI No. 18.

G. Touch-Up Paint: Match shop finish.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 PREPARATION

A. Examine and verify substrate suitability for product installation.

1. Coordinate anchor installation built into masonry and concrete.

B. Protect existing construction and completed work from damage.

C. Clean substrates. Remove contaminants capable of affecting subsequently installed product's performance.

D. Apply dielectric tape or barrier coating to aluminum surfaces in contact with dissimilar metals and cementitious materials to minimum

0.7 mm (30 mils) dry film thickness.

3.2 INSTALLATION - GENERAL

A. Install products according to manufacturer's instructions and approved submittal drawings .

1. When manufacturer's instructions deviate from specifications, submit proposed resolution for Contracting Officer's Representative consideration.

B. Install aluminum framed storefronts plumb and true, in alignment with existing storefront and to lines shown on drawings.

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C. Anchor frames to adjoining construction at heads, jambs and sills.

D. Provide concealed aluminum clips to connect adjoining frame sections.

E. Touch up damaged factory finishes.

1. Repair galvanized surfaces with galvanized repair paint.

F. Tolerances:

1. Variation from Plumb, Level, Warp, and Bow: Maximum 3 mm in 3 m (1/8 inch in 10 feet).

2. Variation from Plane: Maximum3 mm in 3.65 m (1/8 inch in 12 feet);

6 mm (1/4 inch) over total length.

3. Variation from Alignment: Maximum 1.5 mm (1/16 inch) in-line offset and maximum3 mm (1/8 inch) corner offset.

4. Variation from Square: Maximum 3 mm (1/8 inch) diagonal measurement differential.

3.3 PROTECTION, CLEANING AND REPAIRING

A. Clean exposed aluminum and glass surfaces. Remove contaminants and stains.

B. Protect aluminum-framed entrances and storefronts from construction operations.

C. Remove protective materials immediately before acceptance.

D. Repair damage.

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SECTION 08 80 00

GLAZING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION:

A. This section specifies the following:

1. Glass.

2. Glazing materials and accessories for both factory and field glazed assemblies.

1.2 RELATED WORK:

1.3 LABELS:

A. Temporary labels:

1. Provide temporary label on each light of glass identifying manufacturer or brand and glass type, quality and nominal thickness.

2. Label in accordance with NFRC label requirements.

3. Temporary labels are to remain intact until glass is approved by

Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

B. Permanent labels:

1. Locate in corner for each pane.

2. Label in accordance with ANSI Z97.1 and SGCC label requirements.

a. Tempered glass.

1.4 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:

A. General: Design glazing system consistent with guidance and practices presented in the GANA Glazing Manual, GANA Laminated Glazing Manual, and GANA Sealant Manual, as applicable to project. Installed glazing is to withstand applied loads, thermal stresses, thermal movements, building movements, permitted tolerances, and combinations of these conditions without failure, including loss or glass breakage attributable to defective manufacture, fabrication, or installation;

failure of sealants or gaskets to remain watertight and airtight;

deterioration of glazing materials; unsafe engagement of the framing system; deflections beyond specified limits; or other defects in construction.

B. Glazing Unit Design: Design glass, including engineering analysis meeting requirements of authorities having jurisdiction. Thicknesses listed are minimum. Coordinate thicknesses with framing system manufacturers.

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1. Design glass in accordance with ASTM E1300, and for conditions beyond the scope of ASTM E1300, by a properly substantiated structural analysis.

2. Design Wind Pressures: In accordance with ASCE 7 andIn accordance with applicable code .

3. Wind Design Data: In accordance with ASCE 7 andIn accordance with applicable code .

4. Maximum Lateral Deflection: For glass supported on all four edges, limit center-of-glass deflection at design wind pressure to not more than the structural capacity of the glazing unit, the threshold at which frame engagement is no longer safely assured, 1/100 times the short-side length, or 19 mm (0.75 inch) whichever is less.

E. Building Enclosure Vapor Retarder and Air Barrier:

1. Utilize the inner pane of multiple pane sealed units for the continuity of the air barrier and vapor retarder seal.

2. Maintain a continuous air barrier and vapor retarder throughout the glazed assembly from glass pane to heel bead of glazing sealant.

1.5 SUBMITTALS:

A. In accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND

SAMPLES.

B. Sustainable Design Submittals, as described below:

1. Volatile organic compounds per volume as specified in

PART 2 - PRODUCTS.

C. Manufacturer's Certificates:

1. Certificate on solar heat gain coefficient.

2. Certificate on "R" value.

D. Manufacturer Warranty.

E. Manufacturer's Literature and Data:

1. Glass, each kind required.

2. Insulating glass units.

6. Glazing cushion.

7. Sealing compound.

F. Samples:

1. Size: 305 mm by 305 mm (12 inches by 12 inches).

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G. Preconstruction Adhesion and Compatibility Test Report: Submit glazing sealant manufacturer’s test report indicating glazing sealants were tested for adhesion to glass and glazing channel substrates and for compatibility with glass and other glazing materials.

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING:

A. Delivery: Schedule delivery to coincide with glazing schedules so minimum handling of crates is required. Do not open crates except as required for inspection for shipping damage.

B. Storage: Store cases according to printed instructions on case, in areas least subject to traffic or falling objects. Keep storage area clean and dry.

C. Handling: Unpack cases following printed instructions on case. Stack individual windows on edge leaned slightly against upright supports with separators between each.

1.7 PROJECT CONDITIONS:

Field Measurements: Field measure openings before ordering tempered glass products to assure for proper fit of field measured products.

1.8 WARRANTY:

A. Construction Warranty: Comply with the FAR clause 52.246-21 “Warranty of Construction”.

B. Manufacturer Warranty: Manufacturer shall warranty their glazing from the date of installation and final acceptance by the Government as follows. Submit manufacturer warranty.

1. Insulating glass units to remain sealed for ten (10) years.

1.9 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS:

A. Publications listed below form a part of this specification to extent referenced. Publications are referenced in text by basic designation only.

B. American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA):

800.....................Test Methods for Sealants

810.1-77................Expanded Cellular Glazing Tape

C. American National Standards Institute (ANSI):

Z97.1-14................Safety Glazing Material Used in Building -

Safety Performance Specifications and Methods of Test

D. American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE):

7-10....................Wind Load Provisions

E. ASTM International (ASTM):

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C542-05(R2011)..........Lock-Strip Gaskets

C716-06.................Installing Lock-Strip Gaskets and Infill

Glazing Materials

C794-10.................Adhesion-in-Peel of Elastomeric Joint Sealants

C864-05(R2011)..........Dense Elastomeric Compression Seal Gaskets, Setting Blocks, and Spacers

C920-14a................Elastomeric Joint Sealants

C964-07(R2012)..........Standard Guide for Lock-Strip Gasket Glazing

C1036-11(R2012).........Flat Glass

C1048-12................Heat-Treated Flat Glass-Kind HS, Kind FT Coated and Uncoated Glass.

C1172-14................Laminated Architectural Flat Glass

C1349-10................Standard Specification for Architectural Flat

Glass Clad Polycarbonate

C1376-10................Pyrolytic and Vacuum Deposition Coatings on

Flat Glass

D635-10.................Rate of Burning and/or Extent and Time of

Burning of Self-Supporting Plastic in a

Horizontal Position

D4802-10................Poly (Methyl Methacrylate) Acrylic Plastic

Sheet

E84-14..................Surface Burning Characteristics of Building

Materials

E119-14.................Standard Test Methods for Fire Test of Building

Construction and Material

E1300-12a...............Load Resistance of Glass in Buildings

E1886-13a...............Standard Test Method for Performance of

Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, Doors, and

Impact Protective Systems Impacted by

Missile(s) and Exposed to Cyclic Pressure

Differentials

E1996-14a...............Standard Specification for Performance of

Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, Doors, and

Impact Protective Systems Impacted by Windborne

Debris in Hurricanes

E2141-12................Test Methods for Assessing the Durability of

Absorptive Electrochromic Coatings on Sealed

Insulating Glass Units

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E2190-10................Insulating Glass Unit

E2240-06................Test Method for Assessing the Current-Voltage

Cycling Stability at 90 Degree C (194 Degree F) of Absorptive Electrochromic Coatings on Sealed

Insulating Glass Units

E2241-06................Test Method for Assessing the Current-Voltage

Cycling Stability at Room Temperature of

Absorptive Electrochromic Coatings on Sealed

Insulating Glass Units

E2354-10................Assessing the Durability of Absorptive

Electrochromic Coatings within Sealed

Insulating Glass Units

E2355-10................Test Method for Measuring the Visible Light

Transmission Uniformity of an Absorptive

Electrochromic Coating on a Glazing Surface

F1233-08................Standard Test Method for Security Glazing

Materials and Systems

F1642-12................Test Method for Glazing and Glazing Systems

Subject to Airblast Loadings

E. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR):

16 CFR 1201-10..........Safety Standard for Architectural Glazing

Materials

F. Glass Association of North America (GANA):

2010 Edition............GANA Glazing Manual

2008 Edition............GANA Sealant Manual

2009 Edition............GANA Laminated Glazing Reference Manual

2010 Edition............GANA Protective Glazing Reference Manual

G. International Code Council (ICC):

IBC.....................International Building Code

H. Insulating Glass Certification Council (IGCC)

I. Insulating Glass Manufacturer Alliance (IGMA):

TB-3001-13..............Guidelines for Sloped Glazing

TM-3000.................North American Glazing Guidelines for Sealed

Insulating Glass Units for Commercial and

Residential Use

J. Intertek Testing Services – Warnock Hersey (ITS-WHI)

K. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):

80-16...................Fire Doors and Windows

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252-12..................Fire Tests of Door Assemblies

257-12..................Standard on Fire Test for Window and Glass

Block Assemblies

L. National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC)

M. Safety Glazing Certification Council (SGCC) 2012:

Certified Products Directory (Issued Semi-Annually).

N. Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL):

9-08(R2009).............Fire Tests of Window Assemblies

263-14..................Fire Tests of Building Construction and

Materials

752-11..................Bullet-Resisting Equipment.

O. Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC):

4-010-01-03(R2007)......DOD Minimum Antiterrorism Standards for

Buildings

P. U.S. Veterans Administration:

Physical Security Design Manual for VA Facilities (VAPSDG); Life Safety

Protected

Physical Security Design Manual for VA Facilities (VAPSDG); Mission

Critical Facilities

Architectural Design Manual for VA Facilities (VASDM)

Q. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA):

40 CFR 59(2014).........National Volatile Organic Compound Emission

Standards for Consumer and Commercial Products

PART 2 - PRODUCT

2.1 GLASS:

A. Provide minimum thickness stated and as additionally required to meet performance requirements.

1. Provide minimum 6 mm (1/4 inch) thick glass units unless otherwise indicated.

B. Obtain glass units from single source from single manufacturer for each glass type.

2.2 HEAT-TREATED GLASS:

A. Roller Wave Limits for Heat-Treated Glass: Orient all roller wave distortion parallel to bottom surface of glazing, and provide units complying with the following limitations:

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1. Measurement Parallel to Line: Maximum peak to valley 0.203 mm

(0.008 inch).

2. Measurement Perpendicular to Line: Maximum 0.0254 mm (0.001 inch).

3. Bow/Warp: Maximum 50 percent of bow and warp allowed by ASTM C1048.

D. Clear Tempered Glass:

1. ASTM C1048, Kind FT, Condition A, Type I, Class 1, Quality q3.

2.3 COATED GLASS:

A. Reflective-Coated Low-E Coated Tempered Glass:

1. ASTM C1376 and ASTM C1048, Kind FT, Condition C, Type I, Class 1, Quality q3 with reflective metallic coating.

2.8 INSULATING GLASS UNITS:

A. Provide factory fabricated, hermetically sealed glass unit consisting of two panes of glass separated by a dehydrated air space and comply with ASTM E2190.

B. Assemble units using glass types specified: Basis of Design: Provide

PPG unit panels consisting of 5/16 inch Solarban 60 Exterior with ½” air space with ¼” Starphire Interior, all glazing tempered, or approved equal product.

2.12 GLAZING ACCESSORIES:

A. As required to supplement the accessories provided with the items to be glazed and to provide a complete installation. Ferrous metal accessories exposed in the finished work are to have a finish that will not corrode or stain while in service. Fire rated glazing to be installed with glazing accessories in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation instructions.

B. Setting Blocks: ASTM C864:

1. Silicone type.

2. Channel shape; having 6 mm (1/4 inch) internal depth.

3. Shore A hardness of 80 to 90 Durometer.

4. Block lengths: 50 mm (2 inches) except 100 to 150 mm (4 to 6 inches) for insulating glass.

5. Block width: Approximately 1.6 mm (1/16 inch) less than the full width of the rabbet.

6. Block thickness: Minimum 4.8 mm (3/16 inch). Thickness sized for rabbet depth as required.

C. Spacers: ASTM C864:

1. Channel shape having a 6 mm (1/4 inch) internal depth.

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2. Flanges not less 2.4 mm (3/32 inch) thick and web 3 mm (1/8 inch) thick.

3. Lengths: 25 to 76 mm (1 to 3 inches).

4. Shore A hardness of 40 to 50 Durometer.

D. Glazing Tapes:

1. Semi-solid polymeric based closed cell material exhibiting pressure-sensitive adhesion and withstanding exposure to sunlight, moisture, heat, cold, and aging.

2. Shape, size and degree of softness and strength suitable for use in glazing application to prevent water infiltration.

3. Complying with AAMA 800 for the following types:

a. AAMA 810.1, Type 1, for glazing applications in which tape acts as the primary sealant.

b. AAMA 810.1, Type 2, for glazing applications in which tape is used in combination with a full bead of liquid sealant.

I. Lock-Strip Glazing Gaskets: ASTM C542, shape, size, and mounting as indicated.

J. Glazing Sealants: ASTM C920, silicone neutral cure:

1. Type S.

2. Class 25 or 50 as recommended by manufacturer for application.

3. Grade NS.

4. Shore A hardness of 25 to 30 Durometer.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION:

A. Verification of Conditions:

1. Examine openings for glass and glazing units; determine they are proper size; plumb; square; and level before installation is started.

2. Verify that glazing openings conform with details, dimensions and tolerances indicated on manufacturer is approved shop drawings.

B. Review for conditions which may adversely affect glass and glazing unit installation, prior to commencement of installation. Do not proceed with installation until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

C. Verify that wash down of…