(Specifier Note: The purpose of this guide specification is to assist the specifier in correctly specifying MERMET E-Screen solar protection fabric for window coverings and/or tensile structures. E-Screen is the best choice for transparency while maximizing solar protection and is commonly used in applications where the view is an asset.

Solar protection fabric may be specified within this section or added to other work result specification section where solar protection fabric is used. The specifier needs to edit these guide specifications to fit the needs of each specific project. Contact a MERMET representative to assist in appropriate product selections. Throughout the guide specification, there are Specifier Notes to assist in the editing of the file.

References have been made within the text of the specification to MasterFormat 2004 Section numbers and titles, specifier needs to coordinate these numbers and titles with sections included for the specific project. Brackets have been used to indicate when a selection is required.)

SECTION 12 05 13

SOLAR PROTECTION FABRIC

MERMET E-Screen

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1SECTION INCLUDES

  1. Solar protection fabric for [roller shades] [roman shades] [panel tracks] [vertical shades] [skylight blinds] [tensile structures] <Insert Application.

1.2REFERENCES

(Specifier Note: COORDINATE references below with test standards specified in Quality Assurance and Part Two articles below.)

  1. American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers, Inc. (ASHRAE)
  2. ASHRAE 74: Method of Measuring Solar-Optical Properties of Materials.
  3. California Code of Regulations (CCR)
  4. CCR Title 19: Fabric and Material Certification.
  5. International Oeko-Tex® Association
  6. Oeko-Tex® Standard 100: Globally uniform testing system of textiles for harmful substances which are prohibited or regulated by law, chemicals which are known to be harmful to health, and parameters which are included as a precautionary measure to safeguard health.

(Specifier Note: National Standards fire classification applies to E-Screen 7505 and 7510 only. DELETE paragraph and sub paragraph below if not specified.)

  1. National Standards (NF)
  2. NF P92–503: Fire-Resistance of Building Materials and Elements, Electrical Burner Test for Flexible Materials.
  3. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
  4. NFPA 701: Fire Tests for Flame -Resistant Textiles and Films.

1.3SUBMITTALS

  1. Refer to Section [01 33 00 Submittal Procedures] [Insert section number and title].
  2. Product Data: For each type of product indicated.
  3. Samples: Provide finish samples for all products.

(Specifier Note: GREENGUARD certification is optional, visit for program information. DELETE paragraph and sub-paragraphs below if not project specific.)

  1. Certificate of Environmental Compliance: Documentation indicating fabrics meet or exceed the following field-validated standards set by GREENGUARD Environmental Institute (GEI) program for products and materials with low chemical and particle emissions for indoor usage.

(Specifer Note: Choose one of two paragraphs below. Second option specifies stricter emission guidelines for the heightened sensitivities of school or other populations.)

  1. GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certified.
  2. GREENGUARD Children & Schools (SM).

(Specifier Note: Oeko-Tex® certification is optional, DELETE paragraph below if not project specific.)

  1. Environmental Certification: Oeko-Tex® Standard 100.
  2. Maintenance Data

1.4QUALITY ASSURANCE

  1. Fire-Test-Response Characteristics: Provide solar protection fabric with the fire-test-response characteristics indicated, as determined by testing identical products per test method indicated below by UL or another testing and inspecting agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction. Identify materials with appropriate markings of applicable testing and inspecting agency.

(Specifier Note: DELETE paragraphs below that are not project specific. NF P92-503, M1 rating applies to E-Screen 7505 and 7510 only.)

  1. Flame-Resistance Ratings: Passes NFPA701.
  2. Flame-Resistance: CCR Title 19 Certified.
  3. Flame-Resistance Rating: NF P92-503, M1 rated.
  4. Insert fire-test-response characteristic: Insert fire-test-response requirements and test method.

(Specifier Note: Article below is for solar protection fabric only. DELETE article when solar protection fabric is installed as part of a work result, and defer to the work result manufacturer warranty.)

1.5WARRANTY

  1. Refer to Section [01 78 36 Warranties] [Insert section number and title].
  2. Special Warranty for Solar Protection Fabric: Manufacturer's standard form in which manufacturer agrees to replace fabrics that fail in materials within specified warranty period. Failures include, but are not limited to, more than 30 percent loss of breaking strength, loss of color fastness to light, and loss of fire resistance in effect at time of original purchase.
  3. Warranty Period: 5 years from date of Substantial Completion.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

(Specifier Note: Product Information is proprietary to MERMET. If additional products are required for competitive procurement, contact MERMET for assistance in listing competitive products that may be available.)

2.1SOLAR PROTECTION FABRIC

  1. Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide Mermet; E- Screen, [7501] [7503] [7505] [7510].
  2. Colors: [Match Architect's samples] [As selected by Architect from manufacturer's full range] [As indicated in a window treatment schedule] <Insert color.

(Specifier Note: DELETE remaining paragraphs below if products are limited to basis of design listed above.)

  1. Shade Band Material: 36 percent PVC-coated fiberglass and 64 percent vinyl blend. Mercury, bromine and lead free.

(Specifier Note: SELECT one of three width paragraphs below. Select first paragraph for E-Screen 7501 or 7503, second paragraph for E-Screen 7505, or third paragraph for E-Screen 7510.)

  1. Width: 98.4 inches.
  2. Width: [76 inches] [96 inches] [120 inches].
  3. Width: [78 inches] [98.4 inches] [122 inches].
  1. Performance Characteristics:
  2. Product Type: Transparent.

(Specifier Note: SELECT first option for E-Screen 7501, second for 7503, third for 7505 or fourth option for 7510.)

  1. Weight: [13.3] [12.3][12.1] [10.3] oz/sq. yd.

(Specifier Note: SELECT first option for E-Screen 7501, 7503 and 7505 or second option for E-Screen 7510.

  1. Thickness: [.020 inches] [.022 inches].

(Specifier Note: SELECT one of two yarn count paragraphs below. Select first paragraph for E-Screen 7501 and 7503, or select second paragraph for E-Screen 7505 and 7510.)

(Specifier Note: SELECT first option in paragraph below for E-Screen 7501, or second option for E-Screen 7503.)

  1. Yarn Count: Warp/66 Fill/ [48] [41] ends per inch.

(Specifier Note: SELECT first option in paragraph below for E-Screen 7505, or second option for E-Screen 7510.)

  1. Yarn Count: Warp/56 Fill/ [51] [38] ends per inch.

(Specifier Note: For warp and fill in paragraph below, SELECT first option for E-Screen 7501 and 7503, or second option for E-Screen 7505 and 7510.)

  1. Breaking Strength: Warp > [280] [290] / Fill [250] [280] lbs.

(Specifier Note: DELETE paragraph below if environmental requirement is not project specific.)

  1. Environmental Requirements: Provide solar protection fabric that complies with testing and product requirements of GREENGUARD Environmental Institute’s certification.
  1. Material Solar-Optical Properties: In accordance with ASHRAE 74.

(Specifier Note: SELECT first option for E-Screen 7501, second for 7503, third for 7505 or fourth option for 7510.)

  1. Openness Factor (OF): [1 percent] [3 percent] [5 percent] [10 percent].

(Specifier Note: SELECT first option for E-Screen 7501, second for 7503, third for 7505 or fourth option for 7510.)

  1. Material UV Blockage (Tuv): [Approximately 99] [Between 97 and 98] [Between 93 and 94] [Between 90 and 91] percent.

(Specifier Note: Remaining solar-optical properties vary per color. Enter Material Solar-Optical Properties values listed under selected color on manufacturer’s website at .)

  1. Solar Transmittance (Ts): Insert number percent.
  2. Solar Reflectance (Rs): Insert number percent.
  3. Solar Absorptance (As): Insert number percent.
  4. Visible Light Transmittance (Tv): Insert number percent.

(Specifier Note: Shading coefficients are for fabric hung internally behind 1/4 inch clear or heat absorbing glass. DELETE sub-paragraph below if not project specific.)

  1. Shading Coefficient (SC): Insert number> with [1/4 inch clear plate] [1/4 inch heat plate].

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1CLEANING

  1. Clean fabric according to manufacturer's written instructions.
  2. Remove dust and other foreign materials using vacuum cleaner or compressed air.
  3. Wipe fabric using a soft brush or sponge with mild solution of soap and water.
  4. Rub fabric gently with a clean white pencil eraser to remove small stains.
  5. Rinse using clean water.
  6. Dry fabric completely before coiling or folding.

END OF SECTION