08871 - privacy film.pdf

RENOVATION OF BUILDING #3 WR#HQC 90298

NIH, BETHESDA, MARYLAND WFT#09033.NIH.A

PRIVACY FILM 08871 - 1

ADDENDUM NO. 1 APRIL 06, 2010

SECTION 08871 – PRIVACY FILM

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes privacy film for application to glass.

1.2 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For privacy film.

B. Film Samples: 12 inches (300 mm) square:

1.3 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Preconstruction Adhesion and Compatibility Test Reports: Based on evaluation and comprehensive tests performed by a qualified testing agency, for glass with film overlay.

1.4 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Maintenance Data: For film overlay; include in maintenance manuals.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Mockups: Build mockups to verify selections made under sample submittals and to demonstrate aesthetic effects and set quality standards for fabrication and installation.

1. Build mockups in the location and of the size indicated or, if not indicated, as directed by

Architect.

2. Approved mockups may become part of the completed Work if undisturbed at time of

Substantial Completion.

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Protect film and glazing materials according to manufacturer's written instructions and as needed to prevent damage to surfaces and edges.

1.7 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Environmental Limitations: Do not deliver or install decorative glass until spaces are enclosed and weathertight, wet work in spaces is complete and dry, and temporary HVAC system is

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operating and maintaining ambient temperature and humidity conditions at occupancy levels during the remainder of the construction period.

B. Field Measurements: Verify actual dimensions of openings and construction contiguous with decorative glass by field measurements before fabrication.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 GLASS PRODUCTS, GENERAL

A. Glass Film Overlay: Use translucent, dimensionally stable, cast PVC film, 2-mil- (0.05-mm-) minimum thickness, with pressure-sensitive, clear adhesive back for adhering to glass and releasable protective backing.

1. Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, available products that may be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, the following:

a. Avery Dennison, Graphics; Etchmark A5861-S.

b. FDC Graphic Films, Inc.; Intermediate Frosted Crystal Vinyl Film Series 3804.

c. FDC Graphic Films, Inc.; Premium Frosted Etched Glass Vinyl Film Series 3500.

d. 3M; Scotchcal Dusted Crystal.

e. 3M; Scotchcal Frosted Crystal.

2. Comply with requirements for safety glazing.

3. Use: Suitable for exterior and interior applications.

4. Patterns: As selected by Architect from manufacturer's full range.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examine surfaces for compliance with the following:

1. Manufacturing and installation tolerances, including those for size, squareness, and offsets at corners.

2. Minimum required face or edge clearances.

3. Effective sealing between joints of decorative-glass framing members.

B. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Clean glass surfaces before applying film. Remove coatings and materials which will affect adhesion or appearance of installed film.

B. Examine glazing units. Label or mark units as needed so that orientation of film is readily identifiable. Do not use materials that leave visible marks in the completed Work.

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3.3 INSTALLATION

A. Decorative Film Overlay: Apply squarely aligned to glass edges, uniformly smooth, and free from tears, air bubbles, wrinkles, and rough edges, in single sheet completely overlaying the back face of clean glass, according to manufacturer's written instructions, including surface preparation and application temperature limitations.

3.4 CLEANING AND PROTECTION

A. Protect glass and film from damage immediately after installation by attaching crossed streamers to framing and held away from glass. Do not apply markers to glass or film surfaces.

Remove nonpermanent labels, and clean surfaces.

B. Protect glass and film from contact with contaminating substances resulting from construction operations. If, despite such protection, contaminating substances do come into contact with glass or film, remove substances immediately.

C. Remove and replace film that is torn, wrinkled, chipped, cracked, or abraded or that is otherwise damaged. Correct deficiencies to satisfaction of Architect including removing and reinstalling film in the event of bubbles or other material or installation defects.

D. Wash glass and film on both exposed surfaces in each area of Project not more than four days before date scheduled for inspections that establish date of Substantial Completion.

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