Attachment S - Section 08 60 45.pdf

P131 Communications Center eProjects No.: 1615269 NSA Souda Bay, Greece

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TRANSLUCENT PANELS

08/20

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

Provide commercially available metal framed panels which satisfy all requirements contained in this section and have been verified by load testing and independent design analyses (if required) to meet specified design requirements. Provide UV-stabilized, shatterproof and energy efficient translucent panel systems. Provide light transmitting plastics in the manufacturing of translucent panels for daylighting applications.

Systems must meet requirements of UFC 4-010-01 .

1.2 REFERENCES

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

EUROPEAN STANDARDS (EN)

EN 573-1 (2004) Aluminium And Aluminium Alloys - Chemical Composition And Form Of Wrought Products - Part 1: Numerical Designation System

EN 573-2 (1994) Aluminium And Aluminium Alloys - Chemical Composition And Form Of Wrought Products - Part 2: Chemical Symbol Based Designation System

EN 673 (2011) Glass In Building - Determination Of Thermal Transmittance (U Value) - Calculation Method

EN 755-1 (2016) Aluminium And Aluminium Alloys - Extruded Rod/Bar, Tube And Profiles - Part 1: Technical Conditions For Inspection And Delivery

EN 12152 (2002) Curtain Walling - Air Permeability

- Performance Requirements And Classification

EN 12155 (2020) Curtain Walling - Watertightness - Laboratory Test Under Static Pressure

EN 12758 (2019) Glass In Building - Glazing And Airborne Sound Insulation - Product Descriptions, Determination Of Properties And Extension Rules

EN 13501-1 (2019) Fire Classification Of Construction

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Products And Building Elements - Classification Using Data From Reaction To Fire Tests

EN 15188 (2020)Determination Of The Spontaneous Ignition Behaviour Of Dust Accumulations

EN 16153 (2015) Light Transmitting Flat Multiwall Polycarbonate (PC) Sheets For Internal And External Use In Roofs, Walls And Ceilings

- Requirements And Test Methods

INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR STANDARDIZATION (ISO)

ISO 140-3 (1995) Acoustics — Measurement Of Sound Insulation In Buildings And Of Building Elements — Part 3: Laboratory Measurements Of Airborne Sound Insulation Of Building Elements

ISO 7599 (2018) Anodizing Of Aluminium And Its Alloys — Method For Specifying Decorative And Protective Anodic Oxidation Coatings On Aluminium

ISO 9705-1 (2016) Reaction To Fire Tests — Room Corner Test For Wall And Ceiling Lining Products — Part 1: Test Method For A Small Room Configuration

ISO 11963 (2019) Plastics — Polycarbonate Sheets — Types, Dimensions And Characteristics

ISO 19467 (2017) Thermal Performance Of Windows And Doors — Determination Of Solar Heat Gain Coefficient Using Solar Simulator

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD)

UFC 4-010-01 (2018;with Change 1, 2020) DoD Minimum Antiterrorism Standards for Buildings

1.3 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" or "S" classification. Submittals not having a "G" or "S" classification are for Contractor Quality Control approval. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-02 Shop Drawings

Shop Drawings ; G

SD-03 Product Data

Warranty

SD-07 Certificates

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Systems

Qualifications

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

a. Provide documentation of Qualifications for the following: The manufacturer is a company specializing in the manufacture of the specified products with a minimum of 10 years documented experience.

The installer has documented experience of 5 years minimum performing the work specified.

b. Before fabrication, provide a full service mock-up of one unit complete with glass and AAMA certification label for structural purposes and NFRC temporary and Permanent Label for certification of thermal performance rating for review of translucent panel construction and quality of hardware operation.

1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

Provide factory assembled system modules to the greatest extent possible.

Ship panels to the jobsite in rugged shipping units, ready for erection.

Affix conspicuous decals on all translucent panels warning individuals against sitting or stepping on the units. Store translucent panels on the long edge, several mm above the ground, blocked and under cover to prevent warping. Deliver unit translucent panels in manufacturer's original containers, dry, undamaged, with seals and labels intact. Deliver, store and protect all products in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations.

1.6 WARRANTY

Provide the manufacturer's complete warranty for materials, workmanship, and installation. The warranty is for 10 years from the time of project completion and with no proration. The warranty must guarantee, but not be limited to, the following:

a. No change in light transmission and color of the panels as tested in accordance of EN 16153 .

b. There is no delamination of the panel affecting appearance, performance, weatherability or structural integrity of the panels or the completed system.

c. There is no fiberbloom on the panel face.

d. Provide a single source warranty for the glazing panels and the framing system. Third party warranty for the glazing panels will not be accepted.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 THERMOPLASTIC POLYCARBONATE PANELS

Manufacture systems from translucent polycarbonate panels designed for architectural applications. Provide panels consisting of a polycarbonate resin with a permanent, ultra-violet protective layer; co-extruded by the manufacturer during the original extrusion of the panel a permanent part of the exterior and interior layers. Pot-applied coatings or films of dissimilar materials are unacceptable. Provide panel width not to exceed

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600 mm to ensure best performance for wind uplift, vibration, oil canning and visual appearance. Meet the following manufacturing requirements:

a. Extruded in one single formable length. Transverse sections are unacceptable. Manufacture the panels with upstands which are integral to the unit, and with the upstands 90 degrees to the panel face (standing seam dry glazed concept). Welding or gluing of upstands or standing seam is unacceptable.

b. Provide dry glazed profiles mullions, using no sealant, welding, adhesives or gaskets; thermally break mullions continuous for panel length.

c. For structural performance, the use of adhesives, plastic or sonic welding or sealant is not allowed.

d. For longevity, the minimum ratio of panel weight to thickness must be 120 mm thick panel.

e. Extruded panel includes integral extruded multi-cells, and truss-like structural core for resistance to buckling. Interconnect the panel's exterior skins and space apart by supporting ribs, perpendicular to the skins, at a spacing not to exceed 4 mm (truss-like construction).

In addition, divide the space between the two exterior skins in a cross section by multiple parallel intermediate surfaces, at a spacing not to exceed 4 mm .

f. Interior flame spread classification in accordance with ISO 9705-1 .

g. Smoke density in accordance with ISO 9705-1 .

h. The exterior and interior faces must be an approved light transmitting panel with B-s1, DO fire rating classification in accordance with

EN 13501-1 .

i. Self-ignition greater than 570 degrees C in accordance with EN 15188 .

2.2 COMMON PANEL REQUIREMENTS

2.2.1 Appearance

Provide face sheets uniform in color to prevent splotchy appearance and completely free of ridges and wrinkles which prevent proper surface contact. Clusters of air bubbles/pinholes which collect moisture and dirt are not acceptable.

2.2.2 Panel Fabrication

Panel construction must meet the following requirements:

a. Light transmission 24 percent; color white .

b. Assembled panel thickness 120 mm.

c. Grid size as indicated.

2.2.3 Thermal Performance

Provide non-residential panels (including frames and glass) in accordance

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2.2.4 Noise Reduction

Test according to ISO 140-3 with ratings determined by EN 12758 , as follows: Outdoor-Indoor Transmission Class: Minimum 24. Weighted Sound Reduction Index (Rw): Minimum 26 without insulation and 33 with insulation.

2.3 TRANSLUCENT PANEL SYSTEMS

Submit manufacturer's certificate that the systems meet or exceed specified requirements. Provide systems evaluated and listed (the whole translucent panel as a unit, not just a glazing material in the unit) by the recognized building code authorities having jurisdiction . Provide translucent panel systems meeting the following requirements:

a. Integral perimeter framing system assembly by the manufacturer.

b. Exterior panel faces white in color. Interior panel faces white in color.

c. Air Permeability: Passed at 600 pa for pressure in accordance with

EN 12152 .

d. Water Tightness: Passed at 450 pa for at least 5 minutes according to

EN 12155 .

e. Manufacturer is responsible for maximum system deflection, in accordance with the applicable building code, and without damage to system performance. Calculate deflection in accordance with engineering principles.

f. Incorporate weepage elements within the perimeter framework of the glazing system for drainage of any condensation or water penetration.

g. System must accommodate movement within the system; movement between the system and perimeter framing components; dynamic loading and release of loads; and deflection of supporting members. Achieve this without damage to system or components, deterioration of weather seals and fenestration properties specified.

h. The system shall pass impact resistance tests by an independent recognized and accredited laboratory: NF P 08-301: 1991, NF P 08-302:1990 Pass M50 test up to 1200Joule.

i. Provide system meeting the fall through requirements of ISO 11963 as demonstrated by testing in accordance with EN 16153 , thereby not requiring supplemental screens or railings.

j. Exposed aluminum color as indicated on the drawings; color anodized finish conforming to EN 573-1 , EN 573-2 and ISO 7599 . Finish must be Architectural Class I ( 0.0175 mm or thicker), designation AA-M10-C22- A42, integral color anodized. .

k. Provide a system requiring no scheduled recoating to maintain its performance or for UV resistance.

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l. Design panels per the structural loads indicated on the drawings.

m. Use EN 755-1 1/9, alloy 6063-T5 or -T52. extruded aluminum; all fasteners of stainless steel or plated steel.

2.4 FLEXIBLE SEALING TAPE

Provide manufacturer's standard pre-applied sealing tape to closure system at the factory under controlled conditions.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

Field verify all submitted opening sizes, dimensions and tolerances;

preparation of openings includes isolating dissimilar materials from aluminum system to avoid damage by electrolysis. The installer must examine area of installation to verify readiness of site conditions and to notify the Contractor about any defects requiring correction. Verify when structural support is ready to receive all specified work and to convene a pre-installation conference, if approved by the Contracting Officer, including the Contractor, translucent panel installer and all parties directly affecting and affected by the specified work. Do not install any materials that show visual evidence of biological growth due to the presence of moisture. Do not commence work until conditions are satisfactory.

3.2 ERECTION

Erect translucent translucent panel system in accordance with the approved shop drawings supplied by the manufacturer. Submit drawings showing fabrication details, materials, dimensions, installation methods, anchors, and relationship to adjacent construction. Fasten and seal in accordance with the manufacturer's shop drawings. Remove all panel, after other trades have completed work on adjacent materials. Carefully inspect and adjust panel installation as necessary to ensure proper installation and weather-tight conditions. provide all staging, lifts and hoists required for the complete installation and field measuring. Install system clean of dirt, debris or staining and thoroughly examined for removal of all protective material prior to final inspection of the designated work area. Do not use snow rakes on translucent panels .

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