ISSUE DATESECTION 08 51 13 - 1

PROJECT NAME - XXXXXALUMINUM WINDOWS

##JANUARY, 2011October 27, 2018

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AUTOMATIC NUMBERING - YES

TECHNICAL REVIEW (01/31/2011) ###

GS WINDOW SYSTEMS

SECTION 08 51 13

ALUMINUM WINDOWS

Tilt-Turn / Dual Action

AAMA AW-PG100##

NOTE TO EDITING ARCHITECT:

•THIS SECTION IS A PROPRIETARY SPECIFICATION BASED ON PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED BY

GILKEY WINDOW COMPANY

3625 HAUCK RD

CINCINNATI, OH 45241

PHONE: 513-769-3710

WEBSITE:

IT SPECIFIES REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL THEIR VARIOUS PRODUCTS AND APPLICATIONS. REVIEW CAREFULLY TO DETERMINE IF IT IS APPLICABLE TO THE PROJECT. USE ONLY AFTER CAREFUL REVIEW. THE FOLLOWING IS THE MANUFACTURER’S PUBLISHED DATA ABOUT THEIR ALUMINUM TILT-TURN / DUAL ACTION WINDOW SYSTEMS:

GS WINDOW SERIES high performance architectural aluminum window and curtain wall systems utilize state of the art polyamide thermal strut technology, fulfilling the need for quality solutions combined with energy efficiency.

As environmental awareness becomes increasingly important, architects and building envelope consultants need high performance products that prioritize energy savings. Now we have tested our products at the ATI independent laboratory in York, PA and achieved outstanding results in the highest category AW (Architectural Window). We are certain you will find our quality and commitment to customer service ideal for all your projects. Gilkey Window offers services for standard projects to the most complex projects requiring custom solutions

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PART1GENERAL

1.1RELATED DOCUMENTS

  1. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General Conditions, Division1GENERAL REQUIREMENTS, and other applicable specification sections in the Project Manual apply to the work specified in this Section.

1.2SUMMARY

  1. Scope: Factory glazed thermally broken, aluminum windows complete with necessary mullions, trim, operating hardware, installation hardware and all other accessories as required. Provide design and engineering, labor, material, equipment, related services, and supervision required, including, but not limited to, manufacturing, fabrication, erection, and installation for aluminum windows as required for the complete performance of the work and as shown on the Drawings.
  1. Section Includes: The work specified in this Section includes, but shall not be limited to, the following:
  2. Energy efficient thermal aluminumwindow systems with mechanically bonded thermal struts.
  3. Glazing gaskets and accessories.
  4. Anchors, shims, fasteners, and accessories.
  5. Insulation within the window system.
  6. Division 07 Section “Joint Sealants.”
  1. Coordination: Coordinate work with that of all construction contractors affecting or affected by work of this Contract. Cooperate with such contractors/subcontractors to assure the steady progress of the Work.
  1. Field Testing: Conduct field testing of aluminum windows when specified in Division 1 by an independent lab using field test procedures per AAMA 502-08 “Voluntary Specification for Field Testing of Newly Installed Fenestration Products”.

1.3REFERENCES

  1. The publications listed below form a part of this Specification to the extent referenced. The edition/revision of the referenced publications shall be the latest date as of the date of the Contract Documents, unless otherwise specified.
  1. American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA):
  2. AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440, NAFS - North American Fenestration Standard/Specification for windows, doors, and skylights.
  3. AAMA 910 Voluntary Life Cycle Specifications and Test Methods for Architectural Grade windows and Sliding Glass Doors
  4. AAMA2603, “Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements, and Test Procedures for Pigmented Organic Coatings on Aluminum Extrusions and Panels.”
  5. AAMA2604, “Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements, and Test Procedures for Pigmented Organic Coatings on Aluminum Extrusions and Panels.”
  6. AAMA2605, "Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements, and Test Procedures for Superior Performing Organic Coatings on Aluminum Extrusions and Panels."
  1. ASTM (ASTM):
  2. ASTME90, "Standard Test Method for Laboratory Measurement of Airborne Sound Transmission Loss of Building Partitions.”
  3. ASTME283, "Standard Test Method for Determining the Rate of Air Leakage Through Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, and Doors Under Specified Pressure Difference Across the Specimen."
  4. ASTME330, "Standard Test Method for Structural Performance of Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, and Doors by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference."
  5. ASTME331, "Standard Test Method for Water Penetration of Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, and Doors by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference."

1.4SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

  1. General: Provide aluminum window system that complies with the following performance characteristics. Demonstrated by testing the manufacturer's assemblies according to test methods indicated.
  2. Units shall conform to specified AAMA standards andcomply with applicable provisions of AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440, NAFS and AAMA 910 for design, materials, fabrication and installation of component parts.
  3. Provide certified test results from an independent laboratory.
  1. Design Requirements:
  2. Manufacturer/fabricatoris responsible for designing a total system, including installation instructions and necessary modifications to meet specified requirements.
  3. Requirements shown by details are intended to establish basic dimension of unit, sight lines and profiles of members.
  4. Provide concealed fastening wherever possible.
  1. Performance Requirements: Requirements for aluminum windows, fabrication and workmanship are those specified and recommended in AAMA/WDMA/CSA101/I.S.2/A440-08for AW Architectural Window performance class windows. Performance Grade shall be no less than AW100. Conform to specified AAMA standards and the following performance requirements:
  2. Air Infiltration Test: Not to exceed 0.03cfm/sq. ftper foot of crack length when tested at a pressure of 300 Pa (6.24 psf). Perform tests in accordance with ASTM E 283 with the sash in a closed and locked position.
  3. Water Resistance Test: Subject window unit to a water resistance test in accordance with ASTM E 547 and ASTM E 331. Mount the glazed unit in its vertical position continuously supported around the perimeter and the window sash placed in the fully closed and locked position. When a static pressure of 720 Pa 20psf has been stabilized, apply five gallons of water per square foot of window area to the exterior face of the unit for a period of 15 minutes.
  4. Uniform Load Deflection Test: ASTM E 330 at both a positive and negative load of105: No member deflection more than 1/175 of its span. Maintain test load for a period of 10 seconds resulting in no glass breakage, permanent damage of fasteners, hardware parts, support arms, actuating mechanisms or any other damage causing the window to be inoperable.
  5. Uniform Load Structural Test: Apply a minimum exterior and interior uniform load of 150to the entire outside surface of the test unit. Maintain this test load for a period of 10 seconds. Results: No glass breakage, permanent damage of fasteners, hardware parts, support arms, actuating mechanisms, or any other damage causing the window to be inoperable. And no permanent deformations of any frame or vent member in excess of 0.2 percent of its span.
  6. Perform thermal tests in accordance with NFRC 102 and AAMA 1503, or provide finite element computer thermal modeling and calculations per NFRC 100 or AAMA 507, using DOE/LBL THERM 5.2 and WINDOW 5.2 software. Standardized Thermal Transmittance (U-Factor) to be maximum 0.30BTU/HR/SQ.FT/°F.

Tested performance data for double insulated units is based on 1” overall with Cardinal E366 on #2 surface, stainless steel spacer with 90% argon fill.

  1. Condensation Resistance Factor: Test in accordance with AAMA 1502 standards and tests of thermal performance resulting in a CRF of no less than 58 using Clear-Low-E insulating glass.
  2. Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) for the overall window area shall not exceed [____].
  3. Testing: Where manufacturer's standard window units comply with requirements and have been tested in accordance with specified AAMA tests, provide certification by AAMA certified independent laboratory showing compliance with such tests. Submit copy of the test report signed by the independent laboratory.

1.5SUBMITTALS

  1. General: See Section01300SUBMITTALS.

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  1. Product Data: Submit product data showing material proposed. Submit sufficient information to determine compliance with the Drawings and Specifications. Product data shall include, but shall not be limited to, the following:
  2. Preparation instructions and recommendations.
  3. Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
  4. Installation methods.

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RETAIN BELOW IF REQUIRED.###

  1. Shop Drawings: Submit shop drawings for each product and accessory required. Include information not fully detailed in manufacturer’s standard product data, including, but not limited to, wall elevations and detail sections of every typical composite member.
  2. Show anchors, joint system, expansion provisions, finishes, and other components not included in manufacturer's product data.
  3. Include glazing details.
  4. Details shall be at a scale of 6inches equals 1foot (1:2), minimum.
  5. Key details to plans and elevations.
  1. Samples:
  2. Submit samples for initial color selection. Submit samples of each specified finish. Submit samples in form of manufacturer’s color charts showing full range of colors and finishes available. Where finishes involve normal color variations, include samples showing the full, range of variations expected.

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DELETE ABOVE IF COLORS PRESELECTED AND SPECIFIED OR SCHEDULED. RETAIN BELOW WITH OR WITHOUT ABOVE.

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  1. Submit samples for verification purposes. Submit four samples of each finish, minimum 3inches (76mm) square, representing actual product, color, and patterns. Where color and texture variations are to be expected, include two or more units in each sample to show the range of such variations.
  2. Test Reports: Submit two copies each, plus the number the Contractor wants returned, of tests. Submit test reports indicating compliance of systems with requirements of these Specifications.
  3. Submit reports of testing required
  4. Submit a report indicating compliance with coatings test program indicated in this Section.
  1. Operation and Maintenance Manuals: Furnish complete operation and maintenance manuals describing the materials, devices, and procedures to be followed in operating, cleaning, and maintaining the work. Include manufacturer's brochures and parts lists describing the actual materials used in the work, including, but not limited to, metal alloys, finishes, glass, sealants, and other major components. Assemble operation and maintenance manuals for component parts into single binders identified for each system.

1.6QUALITY ASSURANCE

  1. Qualifications:
  2. Manufacturer Qualifications: Manufacturer shall be a firm engaged in the manufacture of aluminum window systems of types and sizes required, and whose products have been in satisfactory use in similar service for a minimum of five years.
  3. Fabricator/Installer Qualifications: Fabricator/Installer shall be a firm that shall have a minimum of five years of successful fabrication/installation experience with projects utilizing thermal aluminum windows similar in type and scope to that required for this Project, and shall be approved by the manufacturer.
  1. Mock-Ups: Prior to installation of the work, fabricate and erect mockups for each type of finish and application required to verify selections made under sample submittals and to demonstrate aesthetic effects as well as qualities of materials and execution. Build mockups to comply with the following requirements, using materials indicated for final unit of work.
  2. Locate mockups on site in location and of size indicated.
  3. Obtain the Architect’s acceptance of mockups before start of work.

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  1. Pre-installation Conference: Conduct Pre-installation conference in accordance with Section01200PROJECT MEETINGS. Prior to commencing the installation, meet at the Project site to review the material selections, installation procedures, and coordination with other trades. Mockups shall be reviewed during the preinstallation conference. Pre-installation conference shall include, but shall not be limited to, the Contractor, the Installer, manufacturer’s representatives, and any trade that requires coordination with the work. Date and time of the pre-installation conference shall be acceptable to the Owner and the Architect.

1.7DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

  1. Deliver fabricated units and component parts of aluminum window system to the Project site completely identified in accordance with erection diagrams. Store in dry protected location off ground in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. Protect from damage, including, but not limited to, from weather and construction activities.

1.8WARRANTY

  1. Aluminum Window Warranty:
  2. The Contractor shall warrant the work of this Section and the sections listed below to be in accordance with the Contract Documents and free from faults and defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 10year(s) from the date of manufacturer.

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VERIFY OTHER SECTIONS COVERED BELOW AND WARRANTY PERIODS INDICATED IN EACH. REVISE PERIOD OF YEARS AS REQUIRED.

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  1. Upon notification of defects, within the warranty period, make necessary repairs or replacement per the written warranty supplied by the manufacturer/fabricator. Such defects are hereby defined to include, but shall not be limited to, any evidence of early deterioration, weathering, or aging; uncontrolled water penetration or air infiltration; glass breakage; deterioration of finishes; failure of operating parts to function properly; and any other evidence of deterioration or failure outside of normal wear.

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RETAIN BELOW IF PVDF FINISH IS APPLICABLE TO THE PROJECT. REVISE WARRANTY PERIOD AS REQUIRED AND VERIFY AVAILABILITY. ###

  1. Finish Warranty: Submit a written warranty, signed by manufacturer; covering failure of the factory applied exterior finish within the specified warranty period and agreeing to repair finish or replace work that shows evidence of finish deterioration. Deterioration of finish includes, but shall not be limited to, color fade, chalking, cracking, peeling, and loss of film integrity.
  2. Warranty Period: Warranty period shall be10years from date of installation.

PART2PRODUCTS

2.1MANUFACTURERS

  1. Basis of Design: Products specified are those as manufactured by GS Window Systems and Gilkey Window Company | Address: 3625 Hauck RD Cincinnati, OH 45241 |

Phone (513) 769-4529 | Website: |

  1. Items specified are to establish a standard of quality for design, function, materials, and appearance.

2.2MATERIALS

  1. Aluminum:
  2. Extrusions and Shapes: ASTMB221 (ASTMB221M), Alloy6063T5.
  3. Sheet: ASTMB209 (ASTMB209M), Alloy5005H16 in the following minimum thickness:
  1. Stainless Steel:
  2. Sheet and Plate: ASTMA666, Type304.
  1. Fasteners and Anchors: Provide manufacturer’s standard corrosion resistant, non-staining, non-bleeding fasteners and accessories compatible with adjacent materials.
  2. Provide type alloy and temper as required for proper strength.
  3. Conceal fasteners and anchors unless otherwise indicated.
  4. Where exposed fasteners are permitted by the Architect, match the finish of exposed screw heads to the finish of adjacent surfaces.

2.3Aluminum Window System

  1. General: Except as otherwise indicated, provide window units complying with requirements of AAMA Classification "AW" grade windows. Windows for this project will be rated a minimum of AW- PG 100 for full size test units per AAMA/NWWDA 101/I.S.2 to withstand a design pressure of 100 psf minimum.
  1. Euroline 76E Series Window System
  1. EL76E Dual Action Tilt-Turn Aluminum WindowsAW-PG100 1499 x 2502 (59 X 99)-DAW
  2. Frame Depth: Minimum 76 mm [3 in]
  3. Vent Depth: Minimum 86 mm [3 3/8 in]
  4. EL76EOptional Insulating Foam Filled Extrusions: Provide window with high performance insulating foam filled extrusionsoffering excellent thermal performance.
  1. Thermal Barrier: Provide a continuous uninterrupted dual polyimide bars thermal barrier around the entire perimeter of the frame and sash. Minimum thermal break width of 40 mmwide and shall not be bridged by any metal conductors at any point.
  2. The thermal barrier shall consist of two glass reinforced polyamide nylon struts, mechanically crimped in the exterior and interior extrusions.
  1. Compression Glazing Strips and Weatherstripping: Provide a central EDPM neoprene gasket complying with ASTM D 2000 Designation 2BC415 to 3BC415, PVC gaskets complying with ASTM D2287, or expanded neoprene gaskets complying with ASTM C 509, Grade 4.
  1. Glass:Glass type and configuration to be selected by architect.

2.4FABRICATION

  1. General: Carefully fit and match work with continuity of line and design. Rigidly secure members with hairline joints, unless otherwise indicated. Reinforce members and joints with steel plates, bars, rods, or angles for rigidity and strength as needed to fulfill performance requirements. Complete the welding, cutting, drilling, and fitting of joints prior to the application of finishes. Fit and assemble work in the shop insofar as practicable. Mark and disassemble units which are too large for shipment to the Project site, retaining units in sizes as large as possible for shipment and erection.
  1. Weeps and Flashings: Fabricate the system so as not to require additional weeps or flashing beyond that which is integral to the system.
  1. Splice Plates: Fabricate with full internal splice plates which have been designed to prevent water infiltration during anticipated thermal movement.
  1. Protective Coating: Paint the contact surface of dissimilar materials, including, but not limited to, metal in contact with masonry or concrete, with a heavy coating of epoxy paint, or provide other separation as recommended by the manufacturer. Paint steel clip angles and other ferrous metal parts which will be concealed, with epoxy paint.
  1. Fasteners: Conceal fasteners unless otherwise indicated. For exterior systems use fasteners for joints which cannot be welded.
  1. Dissimilar Materials: Separate dissimilar materials with a heavy coating of epoxy paint or other suitable permanent separation as required preventing galvanic action.

2.5FINISHES

  1. General: Comply with NAAMMMFM for recommendations relative to application and designation of finishes.
  2. Remove die markings, scratches, abrasions, dents, and other blemishes before applying finish.
  3. Protect mechanical finishes on exposed surfaces from damage by applying a strippable temporary protective covering prior to shipment.
  1. Aluminum Finishes: Finish designations prefixed by "AA" conform to the system established by the Aluminum Association for designating aluminum finishes.

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  1. ClassI Color Anodized Finish: AAM21C22A42/A44 (Mechanical Finish: as fabricated, non-specular; Chemical Finish: etched, medium matte; Anodic Coating: ClassI Architectural, film thicker than 0.7mil [0.018mm] with integral color or electrolytically deposited color) complying with AAMA611.
  2. Color: Light bronze.
  3. Color: Medium bronze.
  4. Color: Dark bronze.
  5. Color: Black.
  6. Color: Match the Architect's sample.
  7. Color: As selected by the Architect from within full range of industry colors and color density range.

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