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This solicitation is for a construction project to construct an infill of Building 26 for dental clinics, a new police office, and renovate specialty care services at the Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas. The solicitation is seeking offers for trade packages including general construction, mechanical, electrical and other construction services. The estimated award date is listed as January 2023. Offerors should be licensed, have experience with federal construction projects, and be able to meet bonding and insurance requirements. The agency contact is the Department of Veterans Affairs Technology Acquisition Center located in Austin, Texas.

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VA 589-704| Construct Infill of Building 26 And

Renovate Specialty Care Clinics

Robert J. Dole VAMC

Wichita, KS

100% BID Set

12/21/2021

Kansas Architectural

Kansas Civil

Kansas Structural

Kansas Fire Protection

Kansas Mechanical

Kansas Electrical

Construct Infill of Building 26 And Renovate Specialty Care Clinics

VA 589-704

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

VHA MASTER SPECIFICATIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section 00 01 10

SECTION NO. DIVISION AND SECTION TITLES DATE

DIVISION 00 - SPECIAL SECTIONS

00 01 15 List of Drawing Sheets 05-20

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 00 00 General Requirements 11-21

01 32 16.15 Project Schedules (Small Projects – Design/Bid/Build 11-21

01 33 23 Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples 09-22

01 35 26 Safety Requirements 10-22

01 42 19 Reference Standards 11-20

01 45 00 Quality Control 02-21

01 45 29 Testing Laboratory Services 11-18

01 45 35 Special Inspections 06-21

01 57 19 Temporary Environmental Controls 01-21

01 74 19 Construction Waste Management 04-22

01 91 00 General Commissioning Requirements 04-22

DIVISION 02 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

02 41 00 Demolition 08-17

02 82 11 Traditional Asbestos Abatement 01-21

02 82 13.13 Glovebag Asbestos Abatement 01-21

02 82 13.19 Asbestos Floor Tile and Mastic Abatement 01-21

02 82 13.21 Asbestos Roofing Abatement 01-21

02 83 33.13 Lead-Based Paint Removal and Disposal 01-21

DIVISION 03 – CONCRETE

03 30 00 Cast-in-Place Concrete 01-21

DIVISION 04 – MASONRY

04 01 00 Maintenance of Masonry 01-21

04 05 13 Masonry Mortaring 10-17

04 05 16 Masonry Grouting 01-21

04 20 00 Unit Masonry 08-17

DIVISION 05 – METALS

05 12 00 Structural Steel Framing 11-18

05 31 00 Steel Decking 01-21

05 40 00 Cold-Formed Metal Framing 01-21

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05 50 00 Metal Fabrications 08-18

05 51 00 Metal Stairs 01-21

DIVISION 06 – WOOD, PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES – NOT USED

DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 21 13 Thermal Insulation 01-21

07 22 00 Roof and Deck Insulation 01-21

07 24 00 Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems 01-21

07 54 23 Thermoplastic Polyolefin (TPO) Roofing 01-21

07 60 00 Flashing and Sheet Metal 01-21

07 84 00 Firestopping 01-21

07 92 00 Joint Sealants 04-22

07 95 13 Expansion Joint Cover Assemblies 01-21

DIVISION 08 - OPENINGS

08 11 13 Hollow Metal Doors and Frames 01-21

08 14 00 Interior Wood Doors 01-21

08 31 13 Access Doors and Frames 01-21

08 34 53 Security Doors and Frames 01-21

08 56 19 Pass Windows 01-21

08 56 59 Service and Teller Window Units 01-21

08 71 00 Door Hardware 01-21

08 71 13 Automatic Door Operators 01-21

08 80 00 Glazing 01-21

08 90 00 Louvers and Vents 01-21

DIVISION 09 – FINISHES

09 05 16 Subsurface Preparation for Floor Finishes 01-21

09 06 00 Schedule for Finishes 01-21

09 22 16 Non-Structural Metal Framing 06-18

09 29 00 Gypsum Board 04-20

09 30 13 Ceramic/Porcelain Tiling 01-21

09 51 00 Acoustical Ceilings 12-18

09 65 13 Resilient Base and Accessories 01-21

09 65 16 Resilient Sheet Flooring 06-22

09 65 19 Resilient Tile Flooring 05-18

09 68 00 Carpeting 01-21

09 91 00 Painting 01-21

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES

10 14 00 Signage 01-21

10 21 23 Cubicle Curtain Tracks 01-21

10 26 00 Wall and Door Protection 01-21

10 28 00 Toilet, Bath, and Laundry Accessories 01-21

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10 44 13 Fire Extinguisher Cabinets 08-18

DIVISION 11 – EQUIPMENT

11 41 21 Walk-In Coolers and Freezers 01-21

11 73 00 Ceiling Mounted Patient Lift System 08-20

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS

12 32 00 Manufactured Wood Casework 01-21

12 36 00 Countertops 12-18

DIVISION 13 - SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

13 05 41 Seismic Restraint Requirements for Non-Structural

Components

01-21

13 49 00 Radiation Protection 01-21

DIVISION 14– CONVEYING EQUIPEMENT – NOT USED

DIVISION 21- FIRE SUPPRESSION

21 13 13 Wet-Pipe Sprinkler Systems 06-15

DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING

22 05 11 Common Work Results for Plumbing 09-20

22 05 19 Meters and Gages for Plumbing Piping 09-20

22 05 23 General-Duty Valves for Plumbing Piping 09-20

22 07 11 Plumbing Insulation 09-19

22 08 00 Commissioning of Plumbing Systems 11-16

22 11 00 Facility Water Distribution 11-19

22 13 00 Facility Sanitary and Vent Piping 09-20

22 14 00 Facility Storm Drainage 09-15

22 14 36 Packaged, Submersible, Drainage Pump Units 09-15

22 40 00 Plumbing Fixtures 09-15

22 61 13.74 Dental Compressed-Air Piping 09-20

22 61 19.74 Dental Compressed-Air Equipment 09-20

22 62 00 Vacuum Systems for Laboratory and Healthcare Facilities 09-15

22 62 19.74 Dental Vacuum and Evacuation Equipment 09-15

22 63 00 Gas Systems for Laboratory and Healthcare Facilities 09-15

DIVISION 23 – HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR

CONDITIONING (HVAC)

23 05 11 Common Work Results for HVAC 02-20

23 05 12 General Motor Requirements for HVAC and Steam

Generation Equipment

02-20

23 05 41 Noise and Vibration Control for HVAC Piping and

Equipment

02-20

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23 05 93 Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC 02-20

23 07 11 HVAC and Boiler Plant Insulation 02-20

23 08 00 Commissioning of HVAC Systems 02-20

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

23 10 00 Facility Fuel Systems 04-20

23 21 13 Hydronic Piping 02-20

23 21 23 Hydronic Pumps 02-20 23 22 13 Steam and Condensate Heating Piping 02-20

23 22 23 Steam Condensate Pumps 04-20

23 23 00 Refrigerant Piping 02-20

23 31 00 HVAC Ducts and Casings 02-20

23 34 00 HVAC Fans 02-20

23 36 00 Air Terminal Units 02-20

23 37 00 Air Outlets and Inlets 02-20

23 38 13 Commercial-Kitchen Hoods 02-20

23 40 00 HVAC Air Cleaning Devices 03-20

23 64 00 Packaged Water Chillers 03-20

23 74 13 Packaged, Outdoor, Central-Station Air-Handling Units 03-20

23 81 00 Decentralized Unitary HVAC Equipment 03-20

23 82 16 Air Coils 03-20

DIVISION 25 – INTEGRATED AUTOMATION – NOT USED

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

26 05 11 Requirements for Electrical Installations 01-16

26 05 13 Medium-Voltage Cables

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 01-18

26 05 41 Underground Electrical Construction 01-17

26 05 73 Overcurrent Protective Device Coordination Study 01-18

26 08 00 Commissioning of Electrical Systems 11-16

26 09 23 Lighting Controls 01-18

26 12 19 Pad-Mounted, Liquid-Filled, Medium-Voltage Transformers

26 22 00 Low-Voltage Transformers 01-18

26 24 13 Distribution Switchboards 11-22

26 24 16 Panelboards 01-18

26 27 26 Wiring Devices 01-18

26 29 11 Motor Controllers 01-18

26 29 21 Enclosed Switches and Circuit Breakers 01-17

26 32 13 Engine Generators 01-18

26 43 13 Surge Protective Devices 01-17

26 51 00 Interior Lighting 01-18

DIVISION 27 – COMMUNICATIONS

27 05 11 Requirements for Communications Installations 09-19

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

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27 05 33 Raceways and Boxes for Communications Systems 10-18

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 15 00 Communications Structured Cabling 01-16

27 41 31 Master Antenna Television Equipment and Systems

27 51 16 Public Address and Mass Notification Systems 10-18

27 51 23 Intercommunications and Program Systems 06-15

27 52 23 Nurse Call and Code Blue Systems 10-18

DIVISION 28 – ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

28 05 00 Common Work Results for Electronic Safety and Security 04-18

28 05 13 Conductors and Cables for Electronic Safety and

Security

10-18

28 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Electronic Safety and

Security

09-11

28 05 28.33 Conduits and Backboxes for Electronic Safety and

Security

09-11

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

28 13 00 Physical Access Control System 10-11

28 23 00 Video Surveillance 09-11

28 26 00 Electronic Personal Protection System 09-11

28 31 00 Fire Detection and Alarm 10-11

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK

31 20 11 Earthwork (Short Form) 10-12

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS – NOT USED

DIVISION 33 – UTILITIES – NOT USED

DIVISION 34 – TRANSPORTATION – NOT USED

DIVISION 48 – Electrical Power Generation – NOT USED

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SECTION 08 71 13

AUTOMATIC DOOR OPERATORS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Automatic operators for swinging doors.

1.2 RELATED WORK

A. Section 08 71 00, DOOR HARDWARE: Door Hardware.

B. Division 26, ELECTRICAL Electric General Wiring, Connections and

Equipment Requirements.

C. Division 28, ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY: Access Control Devices.

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. A1008/A1008M-20 - Steel, Sheet, Cold-Rolled, Carbon, Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy, High-Strength Low-Alloy with Improved

Formability, Solution Hardened, and Baked Hardenable.

C. Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association (BHMA):

1. BHMA A156.10-11 - Power Operated Pedestrian Doors.

D. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):

1. 101-21 - Life Safety Code.

E. Underwriters Laboratories (UL):

1. 325-13 - Standard for Doors, Drapery, Gate, Louver, and Window

Operators and Systems.

1.4 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. Installation instructions.

3. Warranty.

D. Test reports: Certify each product complies with specifications.

E. Qualifications: Substantiate qualifications comply with specifications.

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1. Manufacturer with project experience list.

2. Installer with project experience list.

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.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Manufacturer’s Qualifications:

1. Regularly manufactures specified products.

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

a. Provide contact names and addresses for completed projects when requested by Contracting Officer's Representative.

B. Installer’s Qualifications: Experienced installer, approved by the manufacturer.

1.6 WARRANTY

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

Construction."

B. Manufacturer's Warranty: Warrant automatic door operators against material and manufacturing defects.

1. Warranty Period: Two years.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SYSTEM PERFORMANCE

A. Comply with requirements of BHMA A156.10. Unless otherwise indicated on

Drawings, provide operators that move doors from fully closed to fully opened position in five seconds maximum time interval, when speed adjustment is at maximum setting.

B. Equipment: Conforming to UL 325. Provide key operated power disconnect wall switch for each door installation.

C. Electrical Wiring, Connections and Equipment: Motors, starters, controls, associated devices, and interconnecting wiring required for installation. Equipment and wiring as specified in Division 26, ELECTRICAL.

2.2 PRODUCTS - GENERAL

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

B. Provide door operators from one manufacturer.

C. Provide one type of operator throughout project.

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2.3 SWING DOOR OPERATORS

A. General:

1. Type: Institutional type.

2. Size: As recommended by manufacturer for door weight and sizes.

B. Function:

1. Provide operators, enclosed in housing, permitting opening of door by energizing motor and stopped by electrically reducing Voltage and stalling motor against mechanical stop.

2. Door to close by means of spring energy, and closing force controlled by gear system and motor being used as dynamic brake without power, or controlled by hydraulic closer in electro-hydraulic operators.

3. Opening and Closing Speeds: Field adjustable.

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

5. Operators capable of recycling doors instantaneously to full open position from any point in closing cycle when control switch is activated.

6. When automatic power is interrupted or shut-off, permit doors to easily open manually without damage to automatic operator system.

C. Connect hardware with drive arm attached to door with pin linkage rotating in a self-lubricating bearing. Prevent doors from pivoting on shaft of operator.

D. Operator Housing:

1. ASTM B209, Type 6063-T5 aluminum alloy, 112 mm (4-1/2 inches) wide by 140 mm (5.5 inches) high by 3.2 mm (0.125 inch) thick, aluminum extrusions with enclosed end caps for application to 100 mm

(4 inches) and larger frame systems.

E. Power Operator:

1. Completely assembled and sealed unit including gear drive transmission, mechanical spring and bearings, located in aluminum case and filled with special lubricant for extreme temperature conditions. Rubber mounted units with provisions for easy maintenance and replacement, without removing door from pivots or frame.

F. Motors:

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1. Provide with interlock to prevent operation when doors are electrically locked from opening.

G. Electrical Control:

1. Self-contained electrical control unit, including necessary transformers, relays, rectifiers, and other electronic components for proper operation and switching of power operator.

2. Connecting Harnesses: Interlocking plugs.

H. Accessories:

1. Metal mounting supports, brackets and other accessories necessary for installation of operators at head of door frames.

I. Microprocessor Controls:

1. Multi-function microprocessor control providing adjustable hold open time (1-30 seconds) with fully adjustable opening speed, LED indications for sensor input signals and operator status and power assist close options. Control capable of receiving activation signals from any device with normally open dry contact output.

2. Hold doors held open by low Voltage applied to the continuous duty motor.

3. Controls:

a. Adjustable safety circuit that monitors door operation and stops opening direction of door if obstruction is sensed.

b. Recycle feature that reopens door if obstruction is sensed at any point during closing cycle.

c. Standard three position key switch with functions for ON, OFF, and HOLD OPEN, mounted on operator enclosure, door frame, or wall, as indicated on drawings.

2.4 POWER UNITS

A. Self-contained, electric operated and independent of door operator.

1. Capacity and size of power circuits according to automatic door operator manufacturer's specifications and Division 26 - ELECTRICAL.

2.5 DOOR CONTROLS

A. Control Devices: BHMA A156.10; control opening and closing functions.

B. Open doors when control device is actuated; hold doors in open positions; then, close doors after a adjustable time period, unless safety device or reactivated control interrupts operation.

C. Manual Controls:

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1. Push Plate Wall Switch: Recessed type, stainless steel push plate minimum 100 mm by 100 mm (4 inch by 4 inch), with 13 mm (l/2 inch) high letters "To Operate Door-Push" engraved on face of plate.

2.6 SAFETY DEVICES

A. Swing Doors: Install presence sensor on pull side of door to detect any person standing in door swing path and prevent door from opening.

1. Time delay Switches: Adjustable between 3 to 60 seconds and control closing cycle of doors.

B. Install decal signs with "In" or "Do Not Enter" on both faces of each door where shown.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 PREPARATION

A. Examine and verify substrate suitability for product installation.

1. Verify door opening is correctly sized and within acceptable tolerances.

B. Protect existing construction and completed work from damage.

3.2 INSTALLATION

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 door installation with other related work.

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

D. Secure operator components to adjacent construction with suitable fastenings.

E. Conceal conduits, piping, and electric equipment, in finish work.

F. Install power units in locations shown.

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

2. Ensure equipment, including time delay switches, are accessible for maintenance and adjustment.

G. Ensure operators are adjusted and function properly for type of expected traffic.

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H. Synchronize each leaf of pair doors to open and close simultaneously.

Permit each door leaf to be opened manually, independent of other door leaf.

I. Install controls at positions shown and ensuring convenience for expected traffic.

J. Push Plate Wall Switches Mounting Height: 1000 mm (40 inches) maximum, unless otherwise approved by Contracting Officer's Representative.

3.3 DEMONSTRATION AND TRAINING

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

1. Trainer: Manufacturer approved instructor.

2. Training Time: 2 hours minimum.

B. Coordinate instruction to VA personnel with VA Contracting Officer's

Representative.

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SECTION 08 80 00

GLAZING

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

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

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

C. Section 08 56 59, SERVICE AND TELLER WINDOW UNITS Section 08 56 59, SERVICE AND TELLER WINDOW UNITS: Bullet resisting glass.

D. Section 13 49 00, RADIATION PROTECTION: Lead glass.

E. Section 08 56 59, SERVICE AND TELLER WINDOW UNITS: Service and Teller

Windows.

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

(metallic coated) glass.

G. Section 08 34 53, SECURITY DOORS AND FRAMES: Forced Entry (FE) resistant and Ballistic Resistance (BR) rated doors and frames.

H. Intrusion Detection: Section 28 16 11, INTRUSION DETECTION SYSTEM.

I. Section 26 05 33, RACEWAY AND BOXES FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS: Junction and Switch Boxes.

J. Section 28 13 11, PHYSICAL ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEMS: Access Control

Systems.

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.

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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.

3. Bullet resistance glass or plastic assemblies:

a. Bullet resistance glass or plastic assemblies in accordance with

UL 752 requirements for power rating specified.

b. Identify each security glazing permanently with glazing manufacturer's name, date of manufacture, product number, and DOS

Code number inconspicuously located in lower corner on protective side and visible after glazing is framed.

c. The "attack (threat) side" is to be identified in bold lettering on each side of glazing with removable label.

4. 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.

2. 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

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which frame engagement is no longer safely assured, 1/100 times the short-side length, or 19 mm (0.75 inch) whichever is less.

C. Ballistic- and Blast- resistant glass or plastic glazing assemblies:

1. For blast-resistant and ballistic-resistant units comply with requirements in Physical Security Design Manual for VA Mission

Critical Protected Facilities, and project-specific criteria provided on the drawings and specifications.

2. Spall Resistance: Laminated glazing is not permitted to produce spall to interior (protected side) when impacted with scheduled ballistics.

3. Tolerances:

a. Outside dimensions: Overall outside dimensions (height and width) of laminated security glazing is to maintain tolerance of 3 mm

(+ 0.12 inch).

b. Warpage: Out-of-flat (warpage or bowing) condition of laminates is not to exceed 2.5 mm per lineal meter (0.10 inch per

3.3 lineal foot). The condition, if present, is to be localized to extent not greater than 0.75 mm (0.03 inch) for any 0.3 meter

(0.98 feet) section.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

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

SAMPLES.

B. 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.

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

C. Manufacturer Warranty.

D. Manufacturer's Literature and Data:

1. Glass, each kind required.

2. Elastic compound for metal sash glazing.

3. Glazing cushion.

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4. Sealing compound.

5. Bullet resistive material.

E. Samples:

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

F. 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.

D. Protect laminated security glazing units against face and edge damage during entire sequence of fabrication, handling, and delivery to installation location. Provide protective covering on exposed faces of glazing plastics, and mark inside as "INTERIOR FACE" or "PROTECTED

FACE":

1. Treat security glazing as fragile merchandise, and packaged and shipped in export wood cases with width end in upright position and blocked together in a mass. Storage and handling to comply with manufacturer's directions and as required to prevent edge damage or other damage to glazing resulting from effects of moisture, condensation, temperature changes, direct exposure to sun, other environmental conditions, and contact with chemical solvents.

2. Protect sealed-air-space insulating glazing units from exposure to abnormal pressure changes, as could result from substantial changes in altitude during delivery by air freight. Provide temporary breather tubes which do not nullify applicable warranties on hermetic seals.

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heat-resistant film which will be peeled for inspections and re-applied and finally removed after doors and windows are installed at destination. Since many adhesives will attack polycarbonate, the film used on exposed polycarbonate surfaces is to be approved and applied by manufacturer.

4. Edge protection: To cushion and protect glass clad, and polycarbonate edges from contamination or foreign matter, the four (4) edges are to be sealed the depth of glazing with continuous standard-thickness thermoplastic rubber tape. Alternatively, continuous channel shaped extrusion of thermoplastic rubber are to be used, with flanges extending into face sides of glazing.

5. Protect "Constant Temperature" units including every unit where glass sheet is directly laminated to or directly sealed with metal-tube type spacer bar to polycarbonate sheet, from exposures to ambient temperatures outside the range of 16 to 24 degrees C (60 to

75 degrees F), during the fabricating, handling, shipping, storing, installation, and subsequent protection of glazing.

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”.

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

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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

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

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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

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)

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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):

80-22...................Fire Doors and Windows

252-22..................Fire Tests of Door Assemblies

257-22..................Standard on Fire Test for Window and Glass

Block Assemblies

M. National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC)

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. Physical Security Design Manual for VA Mission Critical Protected

Facilities January 2015

R. 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.

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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:

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.

B. Clear Heat Strengthened Glass:

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

C. Clear Tempered Glass:

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

2.3 LAMINATED GLASS

A. Laminated Glass: ASTM C1172. Two or more lites of heat treated glass bonded with polyvinyl butyral, ionomeric polymer, or cast-in-place and cured-transparent-resin interlayer complying with interlayer manufacturer's written instructions. Minimum total laminated thickness of 1/4” for blast resistant glazing.

B. Interlayer: Use min. 0.75 mm (0.030 inch) thick interlayer for vertical glazing unless otherwise indicated in construction documents.

C. Interlayer: Use 1.5 mm (0.060 inch) thick interlayer for:

1. Assemblies requiring heat strengthened or fully tempered glass.

D. Interlayer: Use 2.28 mm (0.090 inch) thick interlayer where required to meet performance requirements.

E. Interlayer Color: Clear, unless otherwise indicated in construction documents.

2.4 SECURITY GLAZING ASSEMBLY

A. Provide ballistic level as scheduled in accordance with UL 752.

B. Forced Entry Resistance: As scheduled, in accordance with ASTM F1233.

C. Blast Resistance: Provide interior security glazing units providing protection based upon hazard rating as scheduled, in accordance with

Physical Security and Resilience Design Manual for Mission Critical

Protected Facilities) October 2020 as indicated in Specification

Section 08 56 53.

D. Laminated Glass Security Glazing Units: Fabricate from multiple lites of scheduled glass with polyvinyl butyral, ionomeric polymer, or cast-

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in-place and cured-transparent resin interlayers between the layers of glazing.

2.5 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.

2. Temperature Rise Limitation: Units over 0.065 square meter (100 square inch) must comply with 232 deg. C (450 degress F) limitation.

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

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

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

6. 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.

7. 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.

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2.6 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.

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.

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F. Glazing Gaskets: ASTM C864:

1. Firm dense wedge shape for locking in sash.

2. Soft, closed cell with locking key for sash key.

3. Flanges may terminate above the glazing-beads or terminate flush with top of beads.

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

H. 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.

I. Neoprene, EPDM, or Vinyl Glazing Gasket: ASTM C864.

1. Channel shape; flanges may terminate above the glazing channel or flush with the top of the channel.

2. Designed for dry glazing.

J. 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.

K. 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.

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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.

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. Laminated Glass:

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

2. Do not use putty or glazing compounds.

H. 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.

I. Bullet Resisting Material:

1. Glaze as recommended by manufacturer, using glazing material which will permit expansion and contraction of the bullet resistive material in the frame.

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2. The polycarbonate surface is not to be cleaned by scraping, razor blade, squeegee, or use of highly alkaline cleaner.

3. At no time is polycarbonate material be exposed to chemical solvents

(benzene, gasoline, acetone, paint thinners) or aromatic hydrocarbons (toluene or xylene), nor should any of these solvents or fumes by used or present in confined area such as a security guard booth.

Due care is to be exercised (paint formula, ventilation, protection of polycarbonate) when painting becomes necessary to interiors of rooms of hardline glazed units; exposure to chemical solvents could result in irreparable damage to security glazings (delaminations, distortions, cracks, severe stress crazing, air bubbles, etc.).

3.4 INSTALLATION - DRY METHOD (TAPE AND GASKET SPLINE GLAZING)

A. Cut glazing spline to length; install on glazing pane. Seal corners by butting and sealing junctions with butyl sealant.

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 fixed stop with sufficient pressure to attain full contact.

D. Install removable stops without displacing glazing spline. Exert pressure for full continuous contact.

E. Do not exceed edge pressures stipulated by glass manufacturers for installing glass lites.

F. Trim protruding tape edge.

3.5

3.6 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.

3.7 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.

3.8 PROTECTION

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

3.9 MONOLITHIC GLASS SCHEDULE

A. Glass Type MG# 01: Clear fully tempered float glass.

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

2. Safety glazing label required.

3.10 LAMINATED GLASS SCHEDULE

A. Glass Type LG# 01: 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.

B. Glass Type LG# 02: Clear laminated glass with two (2) lites of fully tempered float glass.

1. Minimum Thickness of Each Glass Lite: 4 mm (0.16 inch).

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

3. Safety glazing label required.

4. Application: Interior glazing units in Psychiatric Nursing Units, Alcohol Dependency Treatment Nursing Units, Drug Abuse Treatment

Nursing Units, Medical, Surgical and Neurological (MS&N) Security

Bedrooms, Security Exam Rooms, and Security Holding Rooms per VAADM.

C. Glass Type LG# 03: Clear laminated glass with two (2) lites of fully tempered float glass.

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1. Minimum Thickness of Each Glass Lite: 5 mm (0.19 inch).

2. Interlayer Thickness: 2.29 mm (0.090 inch).

3. Safety glazing label required.

4. Application: Interior glazing units in locked patient units and security rooms per VAADM.

3.11 FIRE-PROTECTIVE AND FIRE-RESISTANCE GLAZING SCHEDULE

A. Glass Type FR# 01: Fire-protection-rated tempered glass.

1. Thickness: 6 mm (0.23 inch).

2. Rating: 20 minutes.

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

B. Glass Type FR# 02: Fire-protection-rated laminated ceramic glazing.

1. Thickness: 6 mm (0.23 inch).

2. Rating: 45- minute.

3. Application: Fire-protection-rated door and window assemblies.

C. Glass Type FR# 03: Fire-resistance-rated laminated glass with intumescent interlayers.

1. Thickness: 10 mm (0.375 inch).

2. Rating: 90- minute.

3. Application: Fire-resistance-rated wall assemblies.

3.12 SECURITY GLAZING SCHEDULE

A. Glass Type SG# 01: Clear Heat Strengthened Glass Clad Polycarbonate

Security Glazing Unit:

1. Outer Glass Panes: Heat strengthened, 3 mm (0.12 inch) thick.

2. Interlayers: Minimum 1.3 mm (0.050 inch) polyurethane sheeting, in thickness required to meet performance requirements.

3. Core: Clear polycarbonate sheet, minimum 3 mm (0.12 inch) thick, in thickness required to meet performance requirements.

B. Glass Type SG# 02: Clear Tempered Glass Clad Polycarbonate Security

Glazing Unit:

1. Outer Glass Panes: Fully tempered, 3 mm (0.12 inch) thick.

2. Interlayers: Minimum 1.3 mm (0.050 inch) polyurethane sheeting, in thickness required to meet performance requirements.

3. Core: Clear polycarbonate sheet, minimum 3 mm (0.12 inch) thick, in thickness required to meet performance requirements.

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SECTION 08 90 00

LOUVERS AND VENTS

A. This section specifies fixed and operable wall louvers, door louvers and wall vents.

1.2 RELATED WORK

A. Section 08 11 13, HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES: Louvers in Steel

Doors.

B. Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES: Color of finish.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT

DATA, AND SAMPLES.

B. Shop Drawings:

1. Each type, showing material, finish, size of members, method of assembly, and installation and anchorage details.

C. Manufacturer's Literature and Data:

1. Each type of louver and vent.

D. Color samples.

1.4 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS:

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

B. The Master Painters Institute (MPI):

Approved Product List – Updated Monthly

C. ASTM International (ASTM):

A240/A240M-20...........Chromium and Chromium-Nickel Stainless Steel

Plate, Sheet, and Strip for Pressure Vessels and for General Applications

A653/A653M-20...........Steel Sheet Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) or Zinc-

Iron Alloy Coated (Galvannealed) by the Hot Dip

Process

A1008/A1008M-20.........Steel, Sheet, Carbon, Cold Rolled, Structural, and High Strength Low-Alloy with Improved

Formability

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

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B209M-14................Aluminum and Aluminum Alloy, Sheet and Plate

(Metric)

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

B221M-13................Aluminum and Aluminum Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Shapes, and Tubes (Metric)

D1187/D1187M-97(2018)...Asphalt-Base Emulsions for Use as Protective

Coatings for Metal

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

AMP 500-06..............Metal Finishes Manual

E. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):

90A-21..................Installation of Air Conditioning and

Ventilating Systems

F. American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA):

2605-13.................High Performance Organic Coatings on

Architectural Extrusions and Panels

G. Air Movement and Control Association, Inc. (AMCA):

500-L-07 Testing Louvers

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