SECTION 08952

TRANSLUCENT PANEL SYSTEM

PART 1 GENERAL

SECTION INCLUDES

[Self supporting] [Supported] aluminum framed [vertical] [and] [sloped] glazing system.

[Sandwich panels of translucent skins separated with an aluminum grid.] [Extruded plastic cellular panels.]

Anchors, brackets, and attachments.

[Perimeter sealant.]

PRODUCTS FURNISHED BUT NOT INSTALLED UNDER THIS SECTION

Section [_____-__________]: Placement of structural supporting anchors.

PRODUCTS INSTALLED BUT NOT FURNISHED UNDER THIS SECTION

Section [_____-__________]: Supply of [structural supporting anchors] [________________] for placement by this Section.

RELATED SECTIONS

Section [______-____________]: Preparation of adjacent work to receive work of this Section.

Section 05500 - Metal Fabrications: Metal fabricated [attachment devices] [framed openings].

Section 07190 - Vapor and Air Barriers: Perimeter vapor and air seal between translucent panel system and adjacent construction.

Section 07900 - Sealants: System perimeter sealant and back-up materials.

[Section 08520 - Aluminum Windows.]

[Section 08800 - Glazing.]

Section 08920 - Glazed Aluminum Curtain Wall.

Section 08960 - Sloped Glazing: Framed, sloped glass system.

Section 08971 - Suspended Glass.

Section 08975 - Structural Sealant Glazing System.

Section 12531 - Drapery Track: Drapery or curtain track supports and attachments to translucent panel system framing members.

REFERENCES

AAMA - Curtain Wall Manual #10 - Care and Handling of Architectural Aluminum From Shop to Site.

AAMA FC-1 - Field Check of Metal Curtain Walls for Water Leakage.

ANSI/ASTM A36 - Structural Steel.

ANSI/ASTM A386 - Zinc Coating (Hot Dip) on Assembled Steel Products.

ANSI/ASTM B209 - Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate.

ANSI/ASTM B221 - Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bar, Rod, Wire, Shape, and Tube.

ANSI/ASTM E330 - Structural Performance of Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, and Doors by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference.

ANSI/ASTM E331 - Test Method for Water Penetration of Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, and Doors by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference.

SSPC - Steel Structures Painting Council.

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

[Structurally reinforced translucent] [Extruded plastic cellular] panel system, with [self supporting] [supplementary support] framing, battens, cap strips, related flashings, anchorage and attachment devices.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

Design and size components to withstand dead and live loads caused by snow, hail, and pressure and suction of wind acting on plane of panel [as calculated in accordance with [________] code] [to a design pressure of [____] lb/sq ft ([____] KPa)] [as measured in accordance with [ANSI/ASTM E330]].

Limit mullion deflection to [[3/4] [____] inch ([19] [____] mm)] [________], with full recovery of glazing materials.

System to accommodate, without damage to system, components or deterioration of seals; movement within system; movement between system and perimeter framing components; dynamic loading and release of loads; deflection of structural support framing [and a mid-span slab edge deflection of [____] inch ([____] mm)].

Light Transmission: [________] percent.

Thermal Resistance of Panel System: R of [____] (RSI of [____]).

Vapor Seal with Interior Atmospheric Pressure of one inch (25 mm) SP, 72 degrees F (22 degrees C), 40 Percent RH:

No failure.

****** [OR] ******

Water Leakage: None, when measured in accordance with ASTM E331.

System to provide for expansion and contraction within system components caused by a cycling temperature range of [170] [____] degrees F ([95] [____] degrees C) over a [12] [____] hour period without causing detrimental affect to system components.

Drain water entering joints, condensation occurring in framing system, or migrating moisture occurring within system, to the exterior by a weep drainage network.

Maintain continuous air and vapor barrier throughout assembly.

SUBMITTALS

Submit under provisions of Section [01300] [________].

Shop Drawings: Indicate system dimensions, framed opening requirements and tolerances, anticipated deflection under load, affected related Work, weep drainage network, and expansion and contraction joint location and details.

Product Data: Provide component dimensions, describe components within assembly, anchorage and fasteners, panel configuration, internal drainage details and [________________].

Product Data: Provide framing member structural and physical characteristics, dimensional limitations, special installation requirements.

Submit [two] [_______] samples [____x____] inches ([____x____] mm) in size illustrating prefinished aluminum surface, specified panel with skins, glazing materials illustrating edge and corner.

[Test Reports: Submit substantiating engineering data, test results of previous tests [by independent laboratory] which purport to meet performance criteria, and other supportive data.]

Manufacturer's Installation Instructions: Indicate special installation procedures and [________________].

QUALIFICATIONS

Manufacturer [and Installer]: Company specializing in manufacturing [and installation of] translucent panel systems with minimum [three] [_______] years [documented] experience.

[Installer for Total System:	Company authorized by system manufacturer.]

Design structural support framing components under direct supervision of a Professional Engineer experienced in design of this work and licensed [at the place where the Project is located] [in the State of [____________]].

REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

Conform to [applicable] [___________] code for fire resistance ratings [and] [______________] requirements.

Provide certificate of compliance from [authority having jurisdiction] [________________] indicating approval.

MOCKUP

Provide mockup of system components under provisions of Section [01400] [________].

Provide [__ x __] feet ([__ x __] mm) mockup including intermediate mullion [, corner mullion] [, sill muntin] and translucent panels. Assemble to illustrate component assembly including glazing materials, weep drainage system, attachments, anchors, and perimeter sealant.

Mockup may [not] remain as part of the Work.

PRE-INSTALLATION CONFERENCE

Convene [one] [_____] week prior to commencing work of this Section, under provisions of Section [01039] [________].

DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

Deliver, store, protect and handle products to site under provisions of Section [01600] [________].

Handle work of this Section in accordance with AAMA -Curtain Wall Manual #10

Protect prefinished aluminum surfaces with [wrapping] [strippable coating]. Do not use adhesive papers or sprayed coatings which bond when exposed to sunlight or

weather.

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Do not install sealants when ambient temperature is less than [40] [____] degrees F ([5] [____] degrees C).

Maintain this minimum temperature during and after installation of sealants.

FIELD MEASUREMENTS

Verify that field measurements are as indicated on [shop drawings] [Drawings].

****** [OR] ******

Verify that field measurements are as instructed by the manufacturer.

COORDINATION

Coordinate Work under provisions of Section [01039] [________].

Coordinate the Work with installation of [perimeter air and vapor barrier] [and] [________________] components or materials.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

MANUFACTURERS

[__________________________________] Product [_________].

Other acceptable manufacturers offering equivalent products:

[______________________________] Product [_________].

[______________________________] Product [_________].

[______________________________] Product [_________].

Substitutions: Under provisions of Section [01600] [________].

MATERIALS

Extruded Aluminum: [ANSI/ASTM B221] [________]; [6063] [________] alloy, [T5] [____] temper.

Sheet Aluminum: [ANSI/ASTM B209] [________]; [________] alloy, [________] temper.

Steel Sections: [ANSI/ASTM A36] [________]; shaped to suit mullion sections.

Fasteners:	[Stainless] [Galvanized] steel.

Shop and Touch-Up Primer for Steel Components: [SSPC 15, Type 1, red oxide] [________].

****** [OR] ******

Touch-Up Primer for Galvanized Steel Surfaces: Zinc rich type.

COMPONENTS

Panels: [____] inches ([____] mm) long x [____] inches([____] mm) wide x [____] inches ([____] mm) deep; [opaque] [translucent] [________] sheets, [________] color [as selected], bonded to both sides of structural extruded aluminum grid; exposed surfaces of exterior sheet chemically and permanently treated to protect against surface erosion and extreme weather conditions; [exposed surface of interior sheets fire retardant to a flame/fuel/smoke rating of [____/____/____]] [polyvinyl fluoride film coated].

****** [OR] ******

Panels: Extruded cellular [polycarbonate] [acrylic], [clear] [________] color; [5/8] [____] inch ([16] [____] mm) thick x [____] inch ([____] mm) wide panels [closed and sealed cell ends].

Support Framing Members:	[____] inch ([____] mm) wide x [____] inch ([____] mm) deep profile; of minimum [____] inch ([____] mm) thick [extruded aluminum] [________].

****** [OR] ******

Reinforced Members: [__ x __] inch ([__ x __] mm) profile of [extruded] [sheet] aluminum cladding with internal reinforcement of shaped steel structural section.

Battens, Cover Strips, Cover Plates, and Integral Flashings: Extruded aluminum, to suit location and application; sized to rigidly retain panels in place.

[Column] [Beam] Covers: [____] inch ([____] mm) thick [aluminum] [________], full contact pressure bonded to [________] ensuring flat surface, [________] finish [as selected] [to match translucent panel system mullion sections].

Flashings: [____] inch ([____] mm) thick [aluminum] [stainless steel] [galvanized steel] [________], [________] finish [as selected] [to match translucent panel mullion sections where exposed], secured with [concealed] [________] fastening method.

Weather Seals: To suit application; non-bleeding; non-staining.

Operable Sash: [Specified in Section [08520] [________]] [________________].

GLASS AND GLAZING MATERIALS

Glazing Materials: [As specified in Section 08800] [Type to suit application to achieve weather, moisture, and air infiltration requirements].

SEALANT MATERIALS

Sealant and Backing Materials: As specified in Section 07900 of Types described below.

Perimeter Sealant:	Type [________].

Sealant Used Within System (Not Used for Glazing): Type [________].

FABRICATION

Fabricate system components with minimum clearances and shim spacing around perimeter of assembly, yet enabling installation and dynamic movement of perimeter seal.

Accurately fit and secure joints and corners. Make joints flush hairline [, and weatherproof].

Prepare components to receive anchor devices. Fabricate anchors.

Arrange fasteners and attachments to ensure concealment from view.

[Reinforce framing members for external imposed loads.]

FINISHES

Finish coatings to conform to [AAMA 603.8] [AAMA 605.2] [AAMA 606.1] [AAMA 607.1] [AAMA 608.1].

Exterior Exposed Aluminum Surfaces: AAMA [A41] [A42] [A43] [A44] anodized to [215-R1] [____] thickness, to [clear] [________] color.

****** [OR] ******

Exterior Exposed Aluminum Surfaces: [[Exterior] [Hardcoat] [Two step] anodized to [clear] [________] color, to [0.0007] [____] inch ([0.018] [____] mm) thickness] [Organic coating to [________] color [as selected]].

Exterior Exposed Aluminum Column Covers:	AAMA [A41] [A42] [A43] [A44] anodized to [215-R1] [____] thickness, to [clear] [________] color.

****** [OR] ******

Exterior Exposed Aluminum Column Covers: [[Exterior] [Hardcoat] [Two step] anodized to [clear] [________] color, to [0.0007] [____] inch ([0.018] [____] mm) thickness] [Organic coating to [________] color [as selected]].

Interior Exposed Aluminum Surfaces: AAMA [A41] [A42] [A43] [A44] anodized to [215-R1] [____] thickness, to [clear] [________] color.

****** [OR] ******

Interior Exposed Aluminum Surfaces: [[Interior] [Hardcoat] [Two step] anodized to [clear] [________] color, to [0.0007] [____] inch ([0.018] [____] mm) thickness] [Organic coating to [________] color [as selected]].

Interior Exposed [Column] [and] [Beam] Covers: AAMA [A41] [A42] [A43] [A44] anodized to [215-R1] [____] thickness, to [clear] [________] color.

****** [OR] ******

Interior Exposed Aluminum [Column] [and] [Beam] Covers: [[Exterior] [Hardcoat] [Two step] anodized to [clear] [________] color, to [0.0007] [____] inch ([0.018] [____] mm) thickness] [Organic coating to [________] color [as selected]].

Concealed Steel Items: [Galvanized in accordance with ANSI/ASTM A386 to [2.0] [____] oz/sq ft ([610 [____] gm/sq m)] [Primed with iron oxide paint].

Apply [one coat] [[____] coats] of bituminous paint to concealed aluminum [and steel] surfaces in contact with cementitious or dissimilar materials.

PART 3 EXECUTION

EXAMINATION

Verify site opening conditions under provisions of Section [01039] [________].

Verify dimensions, tolerances, and method of attachment with other work.

Verify openings and adjoining air and vapor seal materials are ready to receive work of this Section.

INSTALLATION

Install translucent panel system in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. [Install cellular panels

with cells [vertical] [horizontal].

Attach to structure to permit sufficient adjustment to accommodate construction tolerances and other irregularities.

Provide alignment attachments and shims to permanently fasten system to building structure.

Align assembly plumb and level, free of warp or twist. Maintain assembly dimensional tolerances [, aligning with adjacent work].

Provide thermal isolation where components penetrate or disrupt building insulation.

Install [sill] [________] flashings.

[Coordinate installation of] [Install] air stop at floor slab edge.

Coordinate attachment and seal of perimeter air and vapor barrier materials.

Pack fibrous insulation in shim spaces at perimeter of assembly to maintain continuity of thermal barrier.

Install [operating sash] [________________].

Install operating sash glass in accordance with Section 08800, to [glazing method required to achieve performance criteria] [exterior [wet/dry] [________] method of glazing].

Install perimeter sealant [to method required to achieve performance criteria] [Type[____], backing materials, and installation criteria in accordance with Section 07900].

TOLERANCES

Maximum Variation from Plumb: [0.06] [____] inches every 3 ft ([1.5] [____] mm/m) non-cumulative or [0.5] [____] inches per 100 ft ([12] [____] mm/30 m), whichever is less.

Maximum Misalignment of Two Adjoining Members Abutting in Plane: [1/32] [____] inch ([0.8] [____] mm).

FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

Field inspection will be performed under provisions of Section [01400] [________].

Inspection will monitor quality of installation and glazing.

[Test to AAMA FC-1.]

MANUFACTURER'S FIELD SERVICES

Translucent panel product manufacturers to provide field surveillance of the installation of their products under provisions of Section [01400] [________].

Monitor and report installation procedures, unacceptable conditions and [________________].

ADJUSTING

Adjust work under provisions of Section [01700] [________].

Adjust operating sash for smooth operation.

CLEANING

Clean work under provisions of [01700] [________].

Remove protective material from prefinished aluminum surfaces.

Wash down surfaces with a solution of mild detergent in warm water, applied with soft, clean wiping cloths. Take care to remove dirt from corners. Wipe surfaces clean.

Remove excess sealant by moderate use of mineral spirits or other solvent acceptable to sealant manufacturer.

PROTECTION OF FINISHED WORK

Protect finished Work under provisions of Section [01500] [________].

Protect finished Work from damage.

END OF SECTION