BS_Windows

PART 1  - GENERAL

1.1       SECTION INCLUDES

A.          Vinyl Windows and Patio Doors: [Awning Windows] [Casement Windows] [Fixed, Radius and Geometric Windows] [Horizontal Rolling Windows] [Single-Hung Tilt Windows] [Sliding Patio Doors] [Out-swinging Patio Doors].

1.2       REFERENCES

A.          American Architectural Manufacturer Association (AAMA) (for use in non-HVHZ areas)

1.          AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2 /A440 - North American Fenestration Standard/Specification for windows, doors, and skylights (NAFS). 

B.          National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC):

1.          NFRC 100; Procedure for Determining Fenestration Thermal Properties.

2.          NFRC 200; - Procedure for Determining Fenestration Product Solar Heat Gain Coefficient and Visible Transmittance at Normal Incidence..

C.          Florida Building Code Test Procedures (Miami-Dade TAS) (Non-Impact HVHZ):

1.          TAS 202; Criteria for testing Impact and Non-Impact Resistant Building Envelope Components using Uniform Static Air Pressure.

D.          ASTM International.

1.          ASTM E90 – Laboratory measurement of Airborne Sound Transmission of Building Partitions and Elements.

2.          ASTM E1332 – Standard Classification for Rating Outdoor – Indoor Sound Attenuation.

1.3       SUBMITTALS

A.          Submit under provisions of Section 0 13 00 – Administrative Requirements.

B.          Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:

1.          Preparation instructions and recommendations.

2.          Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.

3.          Installation methods.

C.          Shop Drawings: Submit shop drawings indicating details of construction, flashings and relationship with adjacent construction.

D.          Selection Samples: For each factory-finished product specified, two complete sets of color chips representing manufacturer's full range of available finishes.

E.          Verification Samples: For each factory-finished product specified, two samples, minimum size 6 inches (150 mm) square, representing actual finishes.

F.          Design Data, Test Reports: Provide manufacturer test reports indicating product compliance with indicated requirements.

G.         Closeout Submittals: Refer to Section 0 17 00 Execution and Closeout Requirements Closeout Submittals.

1.4       QUALITY ASSURANCE

A.          Installer Qualifications: Minimum __ year(s) installing similar assemblies.

B.          Certifications: AAMA certification label indicating assemblies meet the design requirements.

C.          Mock-Up: Provide a mock-up for evaluation of installation techniques and workmanship.

1.          Mock-ups shall incorporate surrounding construction, including wall assembly fasteners, flashing, and other related accessories installed in accordance with manufacturer's approved installation methods.

2.          Do not proceed with remaining work until workmanship is approved by Architect.

3.          Modify mock-up as required to produce acceptable work.

4.          At Substantial Completion, approved mockups may become part of completed work.

5.          Demolish mockups and remove from site.

1.5       Pre-installation Meeting: Conduct pre-installation meeting on-site two weeks prior to commencement of installation.

1.6       DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A.          Deliver, store and handle materials and products in strict compliance with manufacturer's instructions and recommendations and industry standards.

B.          Deliver and store assembly materials and components in manufacturer's original, unopened, undamaged containers with identification labels intact. Protect from damage.

1.7       PROJECT CONDITIONS

A.          Maintain environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, and ventilation) within limits recommended by Manufacturer for optimum results. Do not install products under environmental conditions outside manufacturer's recommended limits.

1.8       WARRANTY

A.          Manufacturer's Standard Warranty: Assemblies will be free from defects in materials and workmanship from the date of manufacture for the time periods indicated below:

1.          Window Unit: [Owner Occupied Single-Family Residence: Lifetime] [Commercial: 10 years].

2.          Patio Door Unit: [Owner Occupied Single-Family Residence: Lifetime] [Commercial: 10 years].

3.          Glazing:

a.          Insulated Glass: [Owner Occupied Single-Family Residence: Lifetime] [Commercial: 10 years] against seal breakage.

b.          Laminated Glass: 5 years against delamination.

c.           Specialty Glazing: 5 years against delamination.

PART 2  - PRODUCTS

2.1       MANUFACTURERS

A.          Acceptable Manufacturer: JELD-WEN, Inc.; 440 South Church Street, Suite 400, Charlotte, NC 28202; Toll Free Tel: 800-535-3936; Tel: 541-850-2606;Fax: 541-851-4333; Email: architectural_inquiries@jeld-wen.com; Web: http://www.jeld-wen.com.

B.          Substitutions: Not permitted.

C.          Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 0 16 00 – Product Requirements.