Addendum 2_Revised Specifications.pdf

Department of Veterans Affairs

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05.23.2023

Updated 08.10.2026

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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

VHA MASTER SPECIFICATIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section 00 01 10

DIVISION 00 - SPECIAL SECTIONS DATE

00 01 15 List of Drawing Sheets 07-15

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 00 00 General Requirements 10-17

01 32 16.15 Project Schedules (Small Projects – Design/Bid/Build 04-13

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

01 35 26 Safety Requirements 02-17

01 45 00 Quality Control

01 42 19 Reference Standards 05-16

01 57 19 Temporary Environmental Controls 01-11

01 58 16 Temporary Interior Signage 07-15

01 74 19 Construction Waste Management 09-13

01 81 13 Sustainable Construction Requirements 10-17

01 91 00 General Commissioning Requirements 10-15

DIVISION 02 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

02 41 00 Demolition 08-17

02 82 11 Traditional Asbestos Abatement 09-15

02 83 33.13 Lead-Based Paint Handling (Memphis Primary Care)

02 84 16 Tubes and Ballasts (Memphis Primary Care)

DIVISION 03 – CONCRETE

03 30 00 Cast-in-Place Concrete 12-15

DIVISION 05 – METALS

05 50 00 Metal Fabrications 07-14

DIVISION 06 – WOOD,PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES

06 10 00 Rough Carpentry 10-17

06 20 00 Finish Carpentry 08-16

DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 84 00 Firestopping 02-16

07 92 00 Joint Sealants 10-17

07 95 13 Expansion Joint Cover Assemblies 02-16

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DIVISION 08 - OPENINGS

08 11 13 Hollow Metal Doors and Frames 08-16

08 14 00 Interior Wood Doors 02-16

08 31 13 Access Doors and Frames 02-16

08 36 16.13 Barn Door

08 71 00 Door Hardware 01-16

08 71 13 Automatic Door Operators 02-16

08 71 13.11 Low Energy Power Assist Door Operators

08 80 00 Glazing 10-15

08 87 00 Glazing Surface Films

DIVISION 09 – FINISHES

09 05 16 Subsurface Preparation for Floor Finishes 02-15

09 06 00 Schedule for Finishes 04-15

09 22 16 Non-Structural Metal Framing 05-16

09 29 00 Gypsum Board 11-14

09 30 13 Ceramic Porcelain Tiling

09 51 00 Acoustical Ceilings 12-16

09 65 13 Resilient Base and Accessories 02-16

09 65 16 Resilient Sheet Flooring

09 65 19 Resilient Tile Flooring 12-15

09 66 13 Portland Cement Terrazzo Flooring

09 69 00 Access Flooring 10-15

09 91 00 Painting 01-16

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES

10 11 13 Chalkboards and Markerboards 10-15

10 11 23 Tackboards 10-15

10 13 00 Directories

10 14 00 Signage 10-15

10 21 13 Toilet Compartments 12-15

10 21 23 Cubicle Curtain Track

10 26 00 Wall and Door Protection 10-15

10 28 00 Toilet, Bath, and Laundry Accessories 02-16

10 44 13 Fire Extinguisher Cabinets 08-14

DIVISION 11 – EQUIPMENT

11 26 00 Unit Kitchens

11 41 21 Walk-In Coolers and Freezers 05-15

11 53 53 Biological Safety Cabinets Laminar Airflow Stations 01-11

11 73 00 Ceiling Mounted Patient Lift System

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS

12 24 00 Window Shades 08-17

12 24 21 Lightproof Shades 05-15

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12 31 00 Manufactured Metal Casework 05-15

12 32 00 Manufactured Wood Casework 09-15

12 36 00 Countertops 12-15

DIVISION 13 - SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

13 05 41 Seismic Restraint Requirements for Non-Structural

Components

01-14

DIVISION 21- FIRE SUPPRESSION

21 08 00 Commissioning of Fire Suppression System 11-16

21 13 13 Wet-Pipe Sprinkler Systems 06-15

DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING

22 05 11 Common Work Results for Plumbing 07-16

22 05 19 Meters and Gages for Plumbing Piping 09-15

22 05 23 General-Duty Valves for Plumbing Piping 09-15

22 07 11 Plumbing Insulation 09-15

22 08 00 Commissioning of Plumbing Systems 11-16

22 11 00 Facility Water Distribution 09-15

22 13 00 Facility Sanitary and Vent Piping 09-15

22 14 00 Facility Storm Drainage 09-15

22 40 00 Plumbing Fixtures 09-15

DIVISION 23 – HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR

CONDITIONING (HVAC)

23 05 11 Common Work Results for HVAC 08-17

23 05 12 General Motor Requirements for HVAC and Steam

Generation Equipment

08-17

23 05 41 Noise and Vibration Control for HVAC Piping and

Equipment

02-15

23 05 93 Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC 02-15

23 07 11 HVAC and Boiler Plant Insulation 02-15

23 08 00 Commissioning of HVAC Systems 11-16

23 09 23 Direct-Digital Control System for HVAC 09-11

23 21 13 Hydronic Piping 08-17 23 22 23 Steam Condensate Pumps 08-17 23 23 00 Refrigerant Piping 02-15

23 25 00 HVAC Water Treatment 02-15

23 31 00 HVAC Ducts and Casings 03-13

23 34 00 HVAC Fans 02-15

23 36 00 Air Terminal Units 02-15

23 37 00 Air Outlets and Inlets 02-15

23 40 00 HVAC Air Cleaning Devices 02-12

23 74 13 Packaged, Outdoor, Central-Station Air-Handling Units 04-11

23 82 16 Air Coils 04-11

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DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

26 05 11 Requirements for Electrical Installations 01-16

26 05 19 Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables 01-17

26 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems 01-17

26 05 33 Raceway and Boxes for Electrical Systems 05-14

26 05 41 Underground Electrical Construction 01-17

26 05 73 Overcurrent Protective Device Coordination Study 12-15

26 08 00 Commissioning of Electrical Systems 11-16

26 09 23 Lighting Controls 05-14

26 22 00 Low-Voltage Transformers 12-15

26 24 16 Panelboards 05-14

26 27 26 Wiring Devices 01-16

26 29 11 Motor Controllers 08-14

26 29 21 Enclosed Switches and Circuit Breakers 01-17

26 41 00 Facility Lightning Protection 11-22

26 51 00 Interior Lighting 08-14

DIVISION 27 – COMMUNICATIONS

27 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Communications Systems 06-15

27 05 33 Raceways and Boxes for Communications Systems 06-15

27 08 00 Commissioning of Communications Systems 11-16

27 10 00 Control, Communication and Signal Wiring 06-15

27 11 00 Communications Equipment Room Fittings 06-15

27 51 23 Intercommunications and Program Systems 06-15

DIVISION 28 – ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

28 08 00 Commissioning of Electronic Safety and Security Systems 11-16

28 13 00 Physical Access Control System 10-11

28 31 00 Fire Detection and Alarm 10-11

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SECTION 07 21 13

THERMAL INSULATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Thermal insulation.

a. Batt or blanket insulation at exterior furred walls.

2. Acoustical insulation.

a. Semi-rigid insulation at interior framed partitions.

b. Batt and blanket insulation at interior framed partitions.

c. Board insulation at interior concrete and masonry partitions.

1.2 RELATED WORK

A. Section 01 81 13, SUSTAINABLE CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS: Adhesives VOC

Limits.

1.3 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

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

B. ASTM International (ASTM):

C516-19.................Vermiculite Loose Fill Thermal Insulation.

C549-18.................Perlite Loose Fill Insulation.

C552-17e1 ..............Cellular Glass Thermal Insulation.

C553-13(2019)...........Mineral Fiber Blanket Thermal Insulation for

Commercial and Industrial Applications.

C578-19.................Rigid, Cellular Polystyrene Thermal Insulation.

C591-20.................Unfaced Preformed Rigid Cellular

Polyisocyanurate Thermal Insulation.

C612-14(2019)...........Mineral Fiber Block and Board Thermal

Insulation.

C665-17.................Mineral-Fiber Blanket Thermal Insulation for

Light Frame Construction and Manufactured

Housing.

C728-17a................Perlite Thermal Insulation Board.

C954-18.................Steel Drill Screws for the Application of

Gypsum Panel Products or Metal Plaster Base to

Steel Studs From 0.033 (0.84 mm) inch to 0.112 inch (2.84 mm) in thickness.

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C1002-18................Steel Self-Piercing Tapping Screws for

Application of Gypsum Panel Products or Metal

Plaster Bases to Wood Studs or Steel Studs.

D312/D312M-16a..........Asphalt Used in Roofing.

E84-20..................Surface Burning Characteristics of Building

Materials.

F1667-18a...............Driven Fasteners: Nails, Spikes, and Staples.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

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

B. Submittal Drawings:

1. Show insulation type, thickness, and R-value for each location.

C. Manufacturer's Literature and Data:

1. Description of each product.

2. Adhesive indicating manufacturer recommendation for each application.

D. Sustainable Construction Submittals:

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

2. Low Pollutant-Emitting Materials: Show volatile organic compound types and quantities.

1.5 DELIVERY

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

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

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

1.6 STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. Store products indoors in dry, weathertight facility.

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

C. Protect foam plastic insulation from UV exposure.

1.7 WARRANTY

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

Construction."

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 INSULATION - GENERAL

A. Insulation Thickness:

1. Provide thickness required by R-value shown on drawings.

2. Provide thickness indicated when R-value is not shown on drawings.

B. Insulation Types:

1. Provide one insulation type for each application.

C. Sustainable Construction Requirements:

1. Insulation Recycled Content:

a. Polyisocyanurate/polyurethane rigid foam: 9 percent recovered material.

b. Polyisocyanurate/polyurethane foam-in-place: 5 percent recovered material.

c. Glass fiber reinforced: 6 percent recovered material.

d. Phenolic rigid foam: 5 percent recovered material.

e. Rock wool material: 75 percent recovered material.

2. Low Pollutant-Emitting Materials: Comply with VOC limits specified in Section 01 81 13, SUSTAINABLE CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS for the following products:

a. Non-Flooring Adhesives and Sealants.

2.2 THERMAL INSULATION

A. Inside Face of Exterior Wall Insulation:

1. Mineral Fiber Board: ASTM C612, Type IB or II.

2. Perlite Board: ASTM C728.

3. Cellular Glass Block: ASTM C552, Type I.

2.3 ACOUSTICAL INSULATION

A. Semi Rigid, Batts and Blankets:

1. Widths and lengths to fit tight against framing.

2. Mineral Fiber boards: ASTM C553, Type II, flexible, or Type III, semi rigid FSK faced.

a. Density: nominal 4.5 pound.

3. Mineral Fiber Batt or Blankets: ASTM C665 FSK faced .

4. Maximum Surface Burning Characteristics: ASTM E84.

a. Flame Spread Rating: 25.

b. Smoke Developed Rating: 450.

B. Sound Deadening Board:

1. Mineral Fiber Board: ASTM C612, Type IB.

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a. Thickness: 13 mm (1/2 inch).

2. Perlite Board: ASTM C728.

a. Thickness: 13 mm (1/2 inch).

2.4 ACCESSORIES

A. Fasteners:

1. Staples or Nails: ASTM F1667, zinc-coated, size and type to suit application.

2. Screws: ASTM C954 or ASTM C1002, size and length to suit application with washer minimum 50 mm (2 inches) diameter.

3. Impaling Pins: Steel pins with head minimum 50 mm (2 inches) diameter.

a. Length: As required to extend beyond insulation and retain cap washer when washer is placed on pin.

b. Adhesive: Type recommended by manufacturer to suit application.

B. Insulation Adhesive: Nonflammable type recommended by insulation manufacturer to suit application.

C. Tape: Pressure sensitive adhesive on one face.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 PREPARATION

A. Examine and verify substrate suitability for product installation.

B. Protect existing construction and completed work from damage.

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

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 insulation with vapor barrier facing the heated side, unless indicated otherwise.

C. Install board insulation with joints close and flush, in regular courses, and with end joints staggered.

D. Install batt and blanket insulation with joints tight. Fill framing voids completely. Seal penetrations, terminations, facing joints, facing cuts, tears, and unlapped joints with tape.

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E. Fit insulation tight against adjoining construction and penetrations, unless indicated otherwise.

3.3 THERMAL INSULATION

A. Exterior Framing or Furring Insulation:

1. General:

a. Open voids are not acceptable.

b. Pack insulation around door frames and windows, in building expansion joints, door soffits, and other voids.

c. Pack behind outlets, around pipes, ducts, and services encased in walls.

d. Hold insulation in place with pressure sensitive tape.

e. Lap facing flanges together over framing for continuous surface.

Seal penetrations through insulation and facings.

2. Metal Studs: Fasten insulation between metal studs, framing, and furring with pressure sensitive tape continuous along flanged edges.

a. Metal Framing:

1) Fasten insulation between metal framing with pressure sensitive tape continuous along flanged edges.

2) At metal framing and ceilings suspension systems, install insulation above suspended ceilings and metal framing at right angles to main runners and framing.

3) Tape insulation tightly together without gaps. Cover metal framing members with insulation.

B. Inside Face of Exterior Wall Insulation:

1. Location: On interior face of solid masonry and concrete walls, beams, beam soffits, underside of floors, and to face of studs to support interior wall finish where indicated.

2. Bond insulation to solid vertical surfaces with adhesive. Fill joints with adhesive cement.

3. Fasten board insulation to face of studs with screws, nails or staples. Space fastenings maximum 300 mm (12 inches) on center.

Stagger fasteners at board joints. Install fasteners at each corner.

3.4 ACOUSTICAL INSULATION

A. General:

1. Install insulation without voids.

2. Pack insulation around door frames and windows, in building expansion joints, door soffits, and other voids.

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3. Pack behind outlets, around pipes, ducts, and services encased in walls.

4. Hold insulation in place with pressure sensitive tape.

5. Lap facer flanges together over framing for continuous surface. Seal all penetrations through the insulation and facers.

6. Do not compress insulation below required thickness except where embedded items prevent required thickness.

B. Semi Rigid, Batts and Blankets:

1. When insulation is not full thickness of cavity, adhere insulation to one side of cavity, maintaining continuity of insulation and covering penetrations or embedments.

a. Wood Framing:

1) Fasten blanket insulation between wood framing and joists with nails or staples through flanged edges of insulation.

2) Space fastenings maximum 150 mm (6 inches) on center.

b. Metal Framing:

1) Fasten insulation between metal framing with pressure sensitive tape continuous along flanged edges.

2) At metal framing or ceilings suspension systems, install blanket insulation above suspended ceilings or metal framing at right angles to the main runners or framing.

3) Tape insulation tightly together so no gaps occur and metal framing members are covered by insulation.

C. Sound Deadening Board: Secure with adhesive to concrete walls and with screws to metal. Secure sufficiently in place until subsequent cover is installed. Seal all cracks with caulking.

3.5 CLEANING

A. Remove excess adhesive before adhesive sets.

3.6 PROTECTION

A. Protect insulation from construction operations.

B. Repair damage.

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SECTION 08 71 13.11

LOW ENERGY POWER ASSIST DOOR OPERATORS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Low-energy, power-assisted automatic swing door operators.

1.2 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Commissioning; Section 01 91 00, GENERAL COMMISSIONING REQUIREMENTS.

B. Steel Doors; Section 08 11 13, HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES.

C. Wood Doors; Section 08 14 00, INTERIOR WOOD DOORS.

D. Aluminum Frames Entrance Work; Section 08 41 13, ALUMINUM-FRAMED

ENTRANCES AND STOREFRONTS.

E. Door Hardware; Section 08 71 00, DOOR HARDWARE.

F. Finish Color, Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES.

G. Electric General Wiring, Connections and Equipment Requirements;

Division 26, ELECTRICAL.

1.3 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

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

B. ASTM International (ASTM):

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

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

C. Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association, Inc. (BHMA):

1. 156.19-07 - Power Assist and Low Energy Power Operated Doors.

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. Inspection and Testing Agency.

c. Contractor.

d. Installer.

e. Manufacturer's field representative.

f. Other installers responsible for adjacent and intersecting work, including electrical wiring installers.

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1.5 SUBMITTALS

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

B. Submittal Drawings:

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

C. Manufacturer's Literature and Data:

1. Description of each product.

2. Maintenance manuals.

3. Installation instructions.

4. Warranty.

D. Samples:

1. Door Operator: Full sized, complete assembly.

2. Approved samples may be incorporated into work.

E. Certificates: Certify products comply with specifications.

1. Show door operator is UL Listed for specified application.

F. Operation and Maintenance Data:

1. Care instructions for each exposed finish product.

2. Start-up, maintenance, troubleshooting, emergency, and shut-down instructions for each operational product.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Manufacturer Qualifications:

1. Regularly manufactures specified products.

B. Installer Qualifications:

1. Regularly installs specified products.

1.7 DELIVERY

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.

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

1.8 STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. Store products indoors in dry, weathertight conditioned facility.

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

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1.9 WARRANTY

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

Construction."

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

A. Power assisted automatic door equipment accommodating normal traffic as well as the weight of the doors; UL approved and comply with applicable codes.

2.2 SYSTEM PERFORMANCE

A. Opening Force: Maximum 67 N (15 lbf.).

B. Cycle Tests: 300,000 cycles.

1. Use the widest and heaviest door specified as a test specimen.

Narrower or lighter doors of the same configurations will be considered to meet the cycle test requirements.

2.3 MATERIALS

A. Aluminum:

1. Sheet: ASTM B209.

2. Extrusions: ASTM B221.

2.4 PRODUCTS - GENERAL

A. Provide automatic door operators from one manufacturer.

2.5 LOW-ENERGY AUTOMATIC DOOR OPERATORS

A. Conform to BHMA A156.19.

B. Mounting: Surface-mounted.

C. Enclosure: Self-contained within an extruded aluminum housing (alloy

6063-T6) to conceal operator mechanism and mounting brackets and with removable access cover with an overall maximum size of 140 mm

(5-1/2 inches) wide by 150 mm (6 inches) deep.

D. Safety Features:

1. Adjustable time delay.

2. Adjustable speed for opening and closing operations.

3. Adjustable backcheck.

4. Decals indicating "In" or "Do Not Enter" installed on both faces of each door where shown conforming to the requirements of

ANSI/BHMA A156.19.

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5. Re-activation sensor mounted on the push-side door face near the top detect any person standing in the door swing path and prevent the door from closing.

6. Motion sensor to detect any person standing in the door swing path and prevent the door from opening.

a. Adjustable door sensor system providing complete operation and safety zone coverage.

E. Power Units:

1. Self-contained electric circuits for automatic operators located on each floor of the building.

2. Interruption or failure of power circuits for operators located on one floor of the building shall not interfere with continuous performance of automatic operated doors located on other floors.

3. Power units designed to not interfere with continuous performance of automatic operated doors located on other floors in the case of power interruption or failure.

4. Capacity and size of power circuits according to automatic operator manufacturer's specifications.

2.6 OPERATION

A. Traffic Operation:

1. Single Door: Two way.

2. Double Doors: Two way.

B. Operator: Electromechanical; surface-mounted.

1. Operators to have checking mechanism providing cushioning action at last part of door travel, in both opening and closing cycle.

2. Operators to recycle doors instantaneously to fully open position from any point in closing cycle when control switch is reactivated.

3. Operators to allow manual door control in event of power failure.

C. Controls: Solid-state type.

D. Activation: Push-plate switch.

2.7 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. Color Anodized Finish: AA-C22A42 or AA-C22A44; Class I

Architectural, 0.018 mm (0.7 mil) thick.

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3. Clear Anodized Finish: AA-C22A31; Class II Architectural, 0.01 mm

(0.4 mil) thick.

4. Color Anodized Finish: AA-C22A32 or AA-C22A34; Class II

Architectural, 0.01 mm (0.4 mil) thick.

B. Aluminum Paint finish:

1. Baked-Enamel or Powder-Coat: AAMA 2603; dry film thickness of

0.04 mm (1.5 mils).

2.8 ACCESSORIES

A. Signage: BHMA standard for operation and door type specified.

B. Guide Rails: Aluminum bar with anodized baked-enamel or powder-coat finish.

C. Fasteners: Corrosion-resistant, compatible with adjoining materials.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examine conditions effecting work, including door and frame preparation and electrical rough-ins.

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. Coordinate installation of equipment with other related work.

C. Mount manual controls and power disconnect switches recessed or semi-flush in partitions.

D. Secure operator components to adjacent construction with suitable fastenings. Conceal conduits, piping, and electric equipment in finish work.

E. Install power units and controls in locations indicated.

1. Where units are to be mounted on walls, provide metal supports or shelves for the units.

3.3 ADJUSTING

A. All equipment, including time delay switches, to be accessible for maintenance and adjustment.

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B. Adjust operators to function properly for the type o£ traffic

(pedestrians) expected to pass through doors.

C. Adjust each door leaf of pairs of doors to open and close in synchronization.

D. On pairs of doors, adjust operators allowing either door to be opened manually without the other door opening.

3.4 DEMONSTRATION AND TRAINING

A. Instruct VA personnel in proper door operator operation and maintenance.

1. Trainer: Manufacturer approved instructor.

B. Submit training plan and trainer qualifications. See Section 01 91 00 -

GENERAL COMMISSIONING REQUIREMENTS.

C. Acceptance Condition: After completing work, operate door operators 15 consecutive calendar days without breakdown.

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SECTION 08 80 00

GLAZING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. This section specifies the following:

1. Glass.

2. Plastic glazing.

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

1.2 RELATED WORK

A. Section 01 81 13, SUSTAINABLE DESIGN REQUIREMENTS: Sustainable Design

Requirements.

B. Section 08 11 13, HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES, and Section 08 14 00, WOOD DOORS: Sound resistant doors.

C. Section 08 56 53, SECURITY WINDOWS: Forced Entry (FE) resistant and

Ballistic Resistance (BR) rated glazing and frames.

D. Section 10 28 00, TOILET, BATH, AND LAUNDRY ACCESSORIES: Mirrors.

E. Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES: Color of spandrel glass, tinted (heat absorbing or light reducing) glass, and reflective

(metallic coated) glass.

1.3 LABELS

A. Temporary labels:

1. Provide temporary label on each light of glass and plastic material 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 and plastic material 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.

b. Laminated glass or have certificate for panes without permanent label.

c. Organic coated glass.

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3. Fire rated glazing assemblies: Mark in accordance with IBC.

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.

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

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 stating that fire-protection and fire-resistive glazing units meet code requirements for fire-resistance-rated assembly and applicable safety glazing requirements.

2. Certificate on solar heat gain coefficient when value is specified.

3. Certificate on "R" value when value is specified.

4. Certificate test reports confirming compliance with specified bullet resistive rating.

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5. Certificate that blast resistant glass meets the specified requirements.

D. Manufacturer Warranty.

E. Manufacturer's Literature and Data:

1. Glass, each kind required.

2. Transparent (one-way vision glass) mirrors.

3. Elastic compound for metal sash glazing.

4. Putty, for wood sash glazing.

5. Glazing cushion.

6. Sealing compound.

7. Bullet resistive material.

8. Plastic glazing material, each type required.

F. Samples:

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

2. Tinted glass.

3. Reflective glass.

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:

A. 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”.

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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. Bullet resistive plastic material to remain visibly clear without discoloration for 10 years.

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

3. Laminated glass units to remain laminated for five (5) years.

4. Polycarbonate to remain clear and ultraviolet light stabilized for five (5) years.

5. Insulating plastic to not have more than 6 percent decrease in light transmission and be ultraviolet light stabilized for ten (10) years.

6.

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):

C542-05(2017)...........Lock-Strip Gaskets

C716-06(2020)...........Installing Lock-Strip Gaskets and Infill

Glazing Materials

C794-18.................Adhesion-in-Peel of Elastomeric Joint Sealants

C864-05(2019)...........Dense Elastomeric Compression Seal Gaskets, Setting Blocks, and Spacers

C920-18.................Elastomeric Joint Sealants

C964-20.................Standard Guide for Lock-Strip Gasket Glazing

C1036-16................Flat Glass

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C1048-18................Heat-Treated Flat Glass-Kind HS, Kind FT Coated and Uncoated Glass.

C1172-19................Laminated Architectural Flat Glass

C1349-17................Standard Specification for Architectural Flat

Glass Clad Polycarbonate

C1376-15................Pyrolytic and Vacuum Deposition Coatings on

Flat Glass

D635-18.................Rate of Burning and/or Extent and Time of

Burning of Self-Supporting Plastic in a

Horizontal Position

D4802-16................Poly (Methyl Methacrylate) Acrylic Plastic

Sheet

E84-20..................Surface Burning Characteristics of Building

Materials

E119-20.................Standard Test Methods for Fire Test of Building

Construction and Material

E1300-16................Load Resistance of Glass in Buildings

E1886-19................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

E1996-17................Standard Specification for Performance of

Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, Doors, and

Impact Protective Systems Impacted by Windborne

Debris in Hurricanes

E2141-14................Test Methods for Assessing the Durability of

Absorptive Electrochromic Coatings on Sealed

Insulating Glass Units

E2190-19................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

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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(2019)..........Standard Test Method for Security Glazing

Materials and Systems

F1642/F1642M-17.........Test Method for Glazing and Glazing Systems

Subject to Airblast Loadings

F. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR):

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

Materials

G. 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

H. International Code Council (ICC):

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

I. Insulating Glass Certification Council (IGCC)

J. 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

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

L. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):

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

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

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

Block Assemblies

M. National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC)

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N. Safety Glazing Certification Council (SGCC) 2012:

Certified Products Directory (Issued Semi-Annually).

O. 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.

P. Department of Veterans Affairs:

Q. Architectural Design Manual for VA Facilities (VASDM)

S. 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.

C. Clear Glass:

1. ASTM C1036, Type I, Class 1, Quality q3.

2.2 HEAT-TREATED GLASS

A. Clear Heat Strengthened Glass:

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

B. Clear Tempered Glass:

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

2.3 FIRE PROTECTION AND FIRE RESISTANCE GLAZING

A. Fire-Protection-Rated Glazing: Glazing units tested for use in fire door assemblies or fire windows, UL, ITS-WHI or equivalent listed and labeled by testing agency in accordance with IBC, for fire-protection ratings as indicated on construction documents, based upon positive-pressure testing per NFPA 257 or UL 9, and complying with NFPA 80.

1. Hose-Stream Test: Units must comply, except units having fire-protection rating of 20 minutes.

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2. Labeling: Permanently label fire-protection-rated glazing units in accordance with IBC.

3. Safety Glazing: Comply with 16 CFR 1201, Category II.

4. Fire-Protection-Rated Tempered Glass: For 20-minute fire-protection-rated door assemblies, of thickness scheduled.

5. Fire-Protection-Rated Laminated Ceramic Glazing: Units made from two lites of clear, ceramic glass, 8 mm (5/16 inch) total thickness, for rating scheduled.

6. Fire-Protection-Rated Laminated Glass with Intumescent Interlayers:

Units made from multiple lites of uncoated, ultra-clear (low-iron) float glass, in intumescent interlayers, of thickness and rating scheduled.

B. Fire-Resistance-Rated Glazing: Glazing units tested for use in fire wall assemblies, UL, ITS-WHI or equivalent listed and labeled by testing agency in accordance with IBC for fire-resistance ratings of wall assemblies as indicated on construction documents, based upon testing according to NFPA 252 and ASTM E119 or UL 263.

1. Labeling: Permanently label fire-resistance-rated glazing units in accordance with IBC.

2. Safety Glazing: Comply with 16 CFR 1201, Category II.

3. Fire-Resistance-Rated Laminated Glass with Intumescent Interlayers:

Units made from multiple lites of uncoated, ultra-clear low-iron float glass, in intumescent interlayers, of thickness and rating scheduled.

4. Fire-Resistance-Rated Double Glazing Units with Gel Fill: Units made from two lites of uncoated, fully tempered, ultra-clear (low-iron) float glass, with perimeter metal spacer and edge seal forming cavity filled with clear, fully transparent, heat-absorbing gel, of thickness and fire-protection rating scheduled.

2.4 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.

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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.

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.

E. Spring Steel Spacer: Galvanized steel wire or strip designed to position glazing in channel or rabbeted sash with stops.

F. 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.

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5. VOC Content: For sealants used inside the weatherproofing system, not more than 250 g/L or less when calculating according to 40 CFR

59, (EPA Method 24).

G. Color:

1. Color of glazing compounds, gaskets, and sealants used for aluminum color frames to match color of the finished aluminum and be nonstaining.

2. Color of other glazing compounds, gaskets, and sealants which will be exposed in the finished work and unpainted are to be black, gray, or neutral color.

H. Smoke Removal Unit Targets: Adhesive targets affixed to glass to identify glass units intended for removal for smoke control. Comply with requirements of local Fire Department.

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 adjacent masonry is completed prior to erection of glass and glazing units.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. For sealant glazing, prepare glazing surfaces in accordance with

GANA Sealant Manual.

B. Determine glazing unit size and edge clearances by measuring the actual unit to receive the glazing.

C. Shop fabricate and cut glass with smooth, straight edges of full size required by openings to provide GANA recommended edge clearances.

D. Verify that components used are compatible.

E. Clean and dry glazing surfaces.

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F. Prime surfaces scheduled to receive sealants, as determined by preconstruction sealant-substrate testing.

3.3 INSTALLATION – GENERAL

A. Install in accordance with GANA Glazing Manual, GANA Sealant Manual, IGMA TB-3001, and IGMA TM-3000 unless specified otherwise.

B. Glaze in accordance with recommendations of glazing and framing manufacturers, and as required to meet the Performance Test

Requirements specified in other applicable sections of specifications.

C. Set glazing without bending, twisting, or forcing of units.

D. Do not allow glass to rest on or contact any framing member.

E. Glaze doors and operable sash, in a securely fixed or closed and locked position, until sealant, glazing compound, or putty has thoroughly set.

F. Tempered Glass: Install with roller distortions in horizontal position unless otherwise directed.

G. Plastic:

1. Use dry glazing method.

2. Use only neoprene or EPDM gaskets.

H. Laminated Glass:

1. Tape edges to seal interlayer and protect from glazing sealants.

2. Do not use putty or glazing compounds.

I. Fire Protective and Fire Resistance Glass:

1. Wire Glass: Glaze in accordance with NFPA 80.

2. Other fire protective and fire resistant glass: Glaze in accordance with manufacturer’s installation instructions and NFPA 80.

3.4 INSTALLATION - INTERIOR WET/DRY METHOD (TAPE AND SEALANT)

A. Cut glazing tape to length and install against permanent stops, projecting 1.6 mm (1/16 inch) above sight line.

B. Place setting blocks at 1/4 points with edge block no more than 150 mm

(6 inches) from corners.

C. Rest glazing on setting blocks and push against tape to ensure full contact at perimeter of pane or unit.

D. Install removable stops, spacer shims inserted between glazing and applied stops at 600 mm (24 inch) intervals, 6 mm (1/4 inch) below sight line.

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E. Fill gaps between pane and applied stop with sealant to depth equal to bite on glazing, to uniform and level line. Sealant type is to be compatible with glazing tape.

F. Trim protruding tape edge.

3.5 REPLACEMENT AND CLEANING

A. Clean new glass surfaces removing temporary labels, paint spots, and defacement after approval by COR.

B. Replace cracked, broken, and imperfect glass, or glass which has been installed improperly.

C. Leave glass, putty, and other setting material in clean, whole, and acceptable condition.

3.6 PROTECTION

A. Protect finished surfaces from damage during erection, and after completion of work. Strippable plastic coatings on colored anodized finish are not acceptable.

3.7 MONOLITHIC GLASS SCHEDULE

A. Glass Type MG# A: Clear fully tempered float glass.

1. Unit Thickness: 6 mm (0.23 inch).

2. Safety glazing label required.

3.8 LAMINATED GLASS SCHEDULE

A. Glass Type LG# A: Clear laminated glass with two (2) lites of fully tempered float glass.

1. Minimum Thickness of Each Glass Lite: 3 mm (0.12 inch).

2. Interlayer Thickness: 1.52 mm (0.060 inch).

3. Safety glazing label required.

4. Application: Interior glazing of units unless otherwise scheduled.

3.9 FIRE-PROTECTIVE AND FIRE-RESISTANCE GLAZING SCHEDULE

A. Glass Type FR# A: Fire-protection-rated tempered glass.

1. Thickness: 6 mm (0.23 inch), 10 mm (0.39 inch), 12 mm (0.47 inch).

2. Rating: 20 minutes.

3. Application: Fire-protection-rated door assemblies with openings not over 0.65 square meter (100 square inch).

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SECTION 08 70 00

GLAZING SURFACE FILMS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION:

A. This section specifies the following:

1. Frosted glazing films.

1.2 RELATED WORK:

A. Factory glazed by manufacturer in following units:

1. Glazing: Section 08 80 00.

1.3 REFERENCES:

A. Reference Standards

1. American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC):

a. AATCC 8: Colorfastness to Crocking: AATCC Crockmeter Method.

2. American Society for Testing and Materials International (ASTM):

a. ASTM E84: Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials.

3. Finat Test Methods (FTM):

a. FTM 1: Peel Adhesion (180 degrees) Test Equipment.

b. FTM 8: Resistance to Shear from a Standard Surface.

c. FTM 14: Dimensional Stability.

4. International Building Code (IBC) compliant.

5. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) compliant.

6. Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive compliant.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE:

A. Obtain all products in this section from a single Manufacturer with a minimum of 12 years’ experience.

1.5 STORAGE AND HANDLING:

A. Packing: Window films are to be packaged in a box. Do not open the window films until ready to install.

B. Storage and Protection:

1. Avoid high temperature, low temperature, and humidity. Adhere to the manufacturer’s guidelines and recommendations for condition limits.

2. Ensure it is not exposed to direct sunlight.

3. Ensure it is not exposed to fluorescent light at close range.

4. Avoid contact with water, chemicals, and shock.

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1.6 WARRANTY:

A. Manufacturer’s Warranty: Provide the manufacturer’s standard limited warranty in effect at the date of purchase.

1.7 SUBMITTALS:

A. Product Data: Submit manufacturer's printed product literature, installations instructions, specifications, and data sheet.

B. Shop Drawings: Submit show drawings showing layout, product components and dimensions.

C. Manufacturer’s Samples: Submit samples of specified color and pattern.

PART 2 - PRODUCT

2.1 MANUFACTURERS:

A. Basis of Design: CreativeFX™ Custom Window Films – A Product of Source

One Digital.

1137 N. Gateway Blvd. Norton Shores, MI. 49441. Telephone: 800-898-

3022. Web: www.customwindowfilms.com. Email: info@customwindowfilms.com

B. Other manufacturers may be approved with Government approval.

2.2 DESIGN CRITERIA:

A. Frosted and Privacy Looks: A timeless choice for interiors, this effect mimics the look of frosted glass without the added expense. By using varying levels of white or black ink, the film will provide just the right amount of privacy for your space.

B. High Impact Colors and Branding: Striking, full-color designs are a bold, stylish way to enhance your space or add branding. From opaque to transparent, using your inspiration and our different ink layering techniques, together we can create a completely unique environment.

C. Double-Sided Photographic Effects: Vibrant, colorful graphics with an inner layer of white ink, are visible in reverse, full color on both sides of the glass. This provides multiple audiences the same captivating and powerful views.

D. Benefits:

1. Scratch resistant.

2. Optical Clarity.

3. UV Blocking.

4. Excellent adhesion.

5. High temperature resistant.

6. High humidity resistant.

7. Chemical resistant.

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8. High resolution imaging.

9. Liner designed to ensure adhesive smoothness and preserve optical clarity.

E. Typical Applications:

1. Architectural window decorations.

2. Glass and plastic displays.

3. Glass walls and glass wall partitions.

4. Flat glass interior environment.

5. Window graphics.

6. Labels.

7. Decals.

2.3 WINDOW FILM MATERIALS:

A. Material:

1. Top Coating: Coated with UV NPL ultra clear high performance permanent acrylic adhesive.

2. Scratch Resistance: Scratch resistant top coating.

3. Durability: Top coating contains UV blocking adhesives that increase the lifespan of the print.

4. Inks: UV curable.

5. Adhesive: UV NPL ultra clear permanent acrylic adhesive.

6. Liner: 2 millimeter clear polyester liner.

B. Physical Properties:

1. Film: 2 millimeters plus or minus 10 percent.

2. Adhesive: 1 millimeter plus or minus 10 percent.

3. Liner: 2 millimeters plus or minus 10 percent.

4. Weight: 163 grams per square meter.

C. Peel Adhesion:

1. Stainless Steel: In accordance with FTM 1.

a. Initial: 12.2 grams per 25 millimeters at 72 degrees Fahrenheit

(22 degrees Celsius) and 50 percent relative humidity.

b. 24 Hours: 16.4 grams per 25 millimeters at 72 degrees Fahrenheit

(22 degrees Celsius) and 50 percent relative humidity.

2. Glass:

a. Initial: 13.8 grams per 25 millimeters at 72 degrees…