USACE / NAVFAC / AFCESA UFGS-08 11 16 (August 2008)
------------------------------
Preparing Activity: NAVFAC Superseding
UFGS-08 11 16 (November 2007)
UNIFIED FACILITIES GUIDE SPECIFICATIONS
References are in agreement with UMRL dated January 2009
SECTION 08 11 16
ALUMINUM DOORS AND FRAMES
08/08
NOTE: This guide specification covers aluminum doors and frames intended for
use principally as main entrance and vestibule doors, and for prominent interior
doors from lobbies and similar spaces in buildings of public access where appearance
is a major factor.
Edit this guide specification for project specific requirements by adding, deleting,
or revising text. For bracketed items, choose applicable items(s) or insert
appropriate information.
Remove information and requirements not required in respective project, whether
or not brackets are present.
Comments and suggestion on this specification are welcome and should be directed
to the technical proponent of the specification. A listing of the technical
proponents, including their organization designation and telephone number, is
on the Internet.
Recommended changes to a UFGS should be submitted as a Criteria Change Request
(CCR).
NOTE: On the drawings, show:
1. Size of door openings; thickness, swing and travel of doors; whether flush,
paneled, glazed, or louvered; width of stiles and rails
2. Elevations of each door and frame type, at 1:50 1/4 inch scale
3. Details of head, jamb, sill, mullions, and transom sections; key sections
to door frame elevations; type and spacing of anchors
4. Type and thickness of glazing required and method of glazing
5. Details of weatherstripping for exterior doors
6. Amount of free area for louvers
7. A separate number for each door opening on door schedule
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 REFERENCES
NOTE: This paragraph is used to list the publications cited in the text of
the guide specification. The publications are referred to in the text by basic
designation only and listed in this paragraph by organization, designation,
date, and title.
Use the Reference Wizard's Check Reference feature when you add a RID outside
of the Section's Reference Article to automatically place the reference in the
Reference Article. Also use the Reference Wizard's Check Reference feature
to update the issue dates.
References not used in the text will automatically be deleted from this section
of the project specification when you choose to reconcile references in the
publish print process.
The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are
referred to in the text by the basic designation only.
[ALUMINUM ASSOCIATION (AA)AA DAF-45(2003) Designation System for Aluminum Finishes][AMERICAN ARCHITECTURAL MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (AAMA)AAMA 2603(2002) Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements and Test Procedures for Pigmented Organic Coatings on Aluminum Extrusions and PanelsAAMA 2604(2005) Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements and Test Procedures for High Performance Organic Coatings on Aluminum Extrusions and Panels][ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)ASTM A 36/A 36M(2008) Standard Specification for Carbon Structural SteelASTM B 209(2007) Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and PlateASTM B 209M(2007) Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate (Metric)ASTM B 221(2008) Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles, and TubesASTM B 221M(2007) Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles, and Tubes (Metric)ASTM E 1300(2007e1) Determining Load Resistance of Glass in BuildingsASTM E 283(2004) Determining the Rate of Air Leakage Through Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, and Doors Under Specified Pressure Differences Across the SpecimenASTM E 331(2000) Water Penetration of Exterior Windows, Skylights, Doors, and Curtain Walls by Uniform Static Air Pressure DifferenceASTM F 1642(2004) Standard Test Method for Glazing and Glazing Systems Subject to Airblast LoadingsASTM F 2248(2003) Standard Practice for Specifying an Equivalent 3-Second Duration Design Loading for Blast Resistant Glazing Fabricated with Laminated Glass]1.2 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
1.2.1 Structural
NOTE: Include the bracketed statement for static load, frame deformation,
minimum glazing frame bite,and frame connection requirements when personnel
density is greater than one person per 40 square meters430 square feet and minimum
AT/FP standoff distances are met. This provision is not required for guard
type facilities, single and duplex detached family housing. The requirements
are specified in UFC 4-010-01 "Department of Defense Minimum Antiterrorism Standards
for Buildings".
[Exterior doors, frames and hardware shall be designed to resist equivalent static design loads in accordance
with ASTM F 1642. Frame deflections shall not exceed L/160 of the unsupported member lengths. Equivalent static
design loads for connections of window or door frame to the surrounding walls or hardware and associated connections,
and glazing stop connections shall be in accordance with ASTM F 2248 and ASTM E 1300. Design supporting elements
and their connections based on their ultimate capacities. Provide calculations of a Professional Engineer that
substantiates compliance with these requirements. Use frames that provide an equivalent level of performance.
]Shapes and thicknesses of framing members shall be sufficient to withstand [a design wind load of not less than
[1.4] [_____] kPa [30] [_____] pounds per square foot of supported area] [the design wind load indicated] with
a deflection of not more than 1/175 times the length of the member and a safety factor of not less than 1.65.
Provide glazing beads, moldings, and trim of not less than 1.25 mm 0.050 inch nominal thickness.
1.2.2 Air Infiltration
When tested in accordance with ASTM E 283, air infiltration shall not exceed2.63 by 10-5 cms per square meter
0.06 cubic feet per minute per square footof fixed area at a test pressure of 0.30 kPa 6.24 pounds per square
foot (80 kilometers 50 mile per hour wind).
1.2.3 Water Penetration
When tested in accordance with ASTM E 331, there shall be no water penetration at a pressure of 0.38 kPa 8 pounds
per square foot of fixed area.
1.3 SUBMITTALS
NOTE: Review submittal description (SD) definitions in Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL
PROCEDURES and edit the following list to reflect only the submittals required
for the project. Submittals should be kept to the minimum required for adequate
quality control.
A “G” following a submittal item indicates that the submittal requires Government
approval. Some submittals are already marked with a “G”. Only delete an existing
“G” if the submittal item is not complex and can be reviewed through the Contractor’s
Quality Control system. Only add a “G” if the submittal is sufficiently important
or complex in context of the project.
For submittals requiring Government approval on Army projects, a code of up
to three characters within the submittal tags may be used following the "G"
designation to indicate the approving authority. Codes for Army projects using
the Resident Management System (RMS) are: "AE" for Architect-Engineer; "DO"
for District Office (Engineering Division or other organization in the District
Office); "AO" for Area Office; "RO" for Resident Office; and "PO" for Project
Office. Codes following the "G" typically are not used for Navy, Air Force,
and NASA projects.
Choose the first bracketed item for Navy, Air Force and NASA projects, or choose
the second bracketed item for Army projects.
Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation; submittals not having a "G" designation
are [for Contractor Quality Control approval.][for information only. When used, a designation following the
"G" designation identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government.] The following shall
be submitted in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:
SD-02 Shop Drawings
Doors[, windows] and frames[; G][; G, [_____]]
Show elevations of each door type, size of doors and frames, metal gages, details of door and
frame construction, methods of anchorage, glazing details, weatherstripping, provisions for
and location of hardware, and details of installation.
SD-04 Samples
Finish sample
SD-05 Design Data
Structural calculations for deflection[; G][; G, [___]]
SD-08 Manufacturer's Instructions
Doors and frames
Submit detail specifications and instructions for installation, adjustments, cleaning, and maintenance.
1.4 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
Inspect materials delivered to the site for damage. Unload and store with minimum handling. Provide storage
space in dry location with adequate ventilation, free from dust or water, and easily accessible for inspection
and handling. Stack materials on nonabsorptive strips or wood platforms. Do not cover doors and frames with
tarps, polyethylene film, or similar coverings. Protect finished surfaces during shipping and handling using
manufacturer's standard method, except that no coatings or lacquers shall be applied to surfaces to which calking
and glazing compounds must adhere.
1.5 QUALITY CONTROL
1.5.1 Shop Drawing Requirements
Drawings shall indicate elevations of doors[, windows] and frames, full-size sections, thickness and gages of
metal, fastenings, proposed method of anchoring, size and spacing of anchors, details of construction, method
of glazing, details of operating hardware, [mullion details,] [method and materials for weatherstripping,] [material
and method of attaching subframes,] [trim,] installation details, and other related items.
1.5.2 Sample Requirements
1.5.2.1 Finish Sample Requirements
Submit color chart of standard factory-finish color coatings.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 DOORS AND FRAMES
Swing-type aluminum doors and frames of size, design, and location indicated. Provide doors complete with frames,
framing members [, subframes] [, transoms] [, adjoining sidelights] [, adjoining window wall] [, trim], and accessories.
2.2 MATERIALS
2.2.1 Anchors
Stainless steel [or steel with hot-dipped galvanized finish].
2.2.2 Weatherstripping
Continuous wool pile, silicone treated, or type recommended by door manufacturer.
2.2.3 Aluminum Alloy for Doors and Frames
ASTM B 221M ASTM B 221, Alloy 6063-T5 for extrusions. ASTM B 209M ASTM B 209, alloy and temper best suited for
aluminum sheets and strips.
2.2.4 Fasteners
Hard aluminum or stainless steel.
2.2.5 Structural Steel
ASTM A 36/A 36M.
2.2.6 Aluminum Paint
Aluminum door manufacturer's standard aluminum paint.
2.3 FABRICATION
2.3.1 Aluminum Frames
Extruded aluminum shapes with contours approximately as indicated. Provide removable glass stops and glazing
beads for frames accommodating fixed glass. Use countersunk stainless steel Phillips screws for exposed fastenings,
and space not more than 300 mm 12 inches on center. Mill joints in frame members to a hairline fit, reinforce,
and secure mechanically.
2.3.2 Aluminum Doors
Of type, size, and design indicated and not less than 45 mm 1-3/4 inch thick. Minimum wall thickness, 3 mm 0.125
inch, except beads and trim, 1.25 mm 0.050 inch. Door sizes shown are nominal and shall include standard clearances
as follows: 2.5 mm 0.093 inch at hinge and lock stiles, 3 mm 0.125 inch between meeting stiles, 3 mm 0.125 inch
at top rails, 5 mm 0.187 inch between bottom and threshold, and 17 mm 0.687 inch between bottom and floor.
[Bevel single-acting doors 2 or 3 mm 0.063 or 0.125 inch at lock, hinge, and meeting stile edges.] [Double-acting
doors shall have rounded edges at hinge stile, lock stile, and meeting stile edges.]
2.3.2.1 Full Glazed Stile and Rail Doors
Doors shall have [narrow] [medium] [wide] stiles and rails as indicated. Fabricate from extruded aluminum hollow
seamless tubes or from a combination of open-shaped members interlocked or welded together. Fasten top and bottom
rail together by means of welding or by 10 or 13 mm 3/8 or 1/2 inch diameter cadmium-plated tensioned steel tie
rods. Provide an adjustable mechanism of jack screws or other methods in the top rail to allow for minor clearance
adjustments after installation.
2.3.2.2 Flush Doors
NOTE: The optional types of door construction may not be suitable for use in
all facilities. Delete any option listed not considered desirable for a particular
usage or for use in a particular facility.
Use facing sheets with [a vertical ribbed] [an embossed] [or] [a plain smooth] surface. Use one of the following
constructions:
a. A phenolic resin-impregnated kraft paper honeycomb core, surrounded at edges and around
glass and louvered areas with extruded aluminum shapes. The impregnation of core shall have
a minimum of 18 percent resin content. Provide sheet aluminum door facings, not less than 0.8
mm 0.032 inch thick laminated to a 2.5 mm 0.10 inch thick tempered hardboard backing, and bond
the backing to the honeycomb core. Bond facing sheets to core under heat and pressure with
a thermosetting adhesive, and mechanically lock to the extruded edge members.
b. A phenolic resin-impregnated kraft paper honeycomb core. Use aluminum facing sheets not
less than 1.25 mm 0.050 inch thick and form into two pans which will eliminate seams on the
faces. Bond honeycomb core to the face sheets using an epoxy resin or contact cement-type adhesive.
c. A solid fibrous core, surrounded at edges and around glass and louvered areas and cross-braced
at intermediate points with extruded aluminum shapes. Use aluminum facing sheets of not less
than 1.25 mm 0.050 inch thickness. Bond facing sheets to core under heat and pressure with
a thermosetting adhesive, and mechanically lock to the extruded edge members.
d. Form from extruded tubular stiles and rails mitered at corners, reinforce, and continuously
weld at miters. Facing sheets shall consist of 0.8 mm 0.032 inch thick sheet aluminum internally
reinforced with aluminum channels or Z-bars placed horizontally not more than 400 mm 16 inch
apart and extending full width of panel. Fit spaces between reinforcing with sound-deadening
insulation. Facing sheets shall finish flush with faces of stiles and rails and be welded to
reinforcing bars or channels and to stiles and rails.
e. Form from an internal grid system composed of extruded aluminum tubular sections. Provide
extruded aluminum tubular sections at both sides, and at perimeters of louver and glass cutouts.
Provide three extruded aluminum tubular sections at top and bottom of door. Wall thickness of
tubular sections shall be not less than 2.25 mm 0.09 inch except that lock rail shall be not
less than 3 mm0.125 inch thick, hinge lock rail shall be not less than 3 mm 0.125 inch thick,
and hinge rail edge shall be not less than 5 mm 0.19 inch thick. Fill spaces in door with mineral
insulation. Facing sheets shall be of aluminum not less than 2.25 mm 0.09 inch thick.
f. Form from extruded aluminum members at top and bottom, both sides, and at perimeters of
louver and glass cutouts. Wall sections of extruded aluminum members shall be not less than
2.25 mm 0.09 inch thick and be properly reinforced for application of hardware. Framing members
shall be covered on both sides with aluminum facing sheets not less than 2 mm 0.064 inch thick.
Fill door with foamed-in urethane with a 48 kg per cubic meter 3 pound density.
2.3.3 Welding and Fastening
Where possible, locate welds on unexposed surfaces. Dress welds on exposed surfaces smoothly. Select welding
rods, filler wire, and flux to produce a uniform texture and color in finished work. Remove flux and spatter
from surfaces immediately after welding. Exposed screws or bolts will be permitted only in inconspicuous locations,
and shall have countersunk heads. Weld concealed reinforcements for hardware in place.
2.3.4 Weatherstripping
NOTE: Maximum air leakage rates are 2.19 x 10-5 cms per sq. m 0.5 cfm per sq.
ft. of door area for residential swinging doors and 5.48 x 10-5 cms per sq.
m 1.25 cfm per sq. ft. of door area for non-residential doors. Both of the
air leakage rates assume the use of threshold and sweepstrip. Coordinate with
Section 08 71 00 DOOR HARDWARE.
Provide on stiles and rails of exterior doors. Fit into slots which are integral with doors or frames. Weatherstripping
shall be replaceable without special tools, and adjustable at meeting rails of pairs of doors. Installation shall
allow doors to swing freely and close positively. Air leakage of a single leaf weatherstripped door shall not
exceed [2.19 x 10-5] [5.48 x 10-5] cubic meter per second of air per square meter [0.5] [1.25] cubic feet per
minute of air per square foot of door area when tested in accordance with ASTM E 283.
2.3.5 Anchors
On the backs of subframes, provide anchors of the sizes and shapes indicated for securing subframes to adjacent
construction. Anchor transom bars at ends and mullions at head and sill. [Where indicated, reinforce vertical
mullions with structural steel members of sufficient length to extend up to the overhead structural slab or framing
and secure thereto.] [Reinforce and anchor freestanding door frames to floor construction as indicated on approved
shop drawings and in accordance with manufacturer's recommendation.] Place anchors [as indicated] [near top
and bottom of each jamb and at intermediate points not more than 635 mm 25 inch apart].
2.3.6 Provisions for Hardware
NOTE: This guide specification requires that hardware and glazing for aluminum
doors be specified in their respective sections of the project specification.
NOTE: Where items of hardware such as operating mechanism for balanced doors,
integral push bars, concealed closing devices, and special panic bolts for exceptionally
narrow stile doors are designed as an integral part of door or frame construction,
it may be necessary to revise specification so these items are furnished as
part of door and frame unit. When accessories, such as finger guards, electric
strikes, automatic power operators, and special thresholds are required, add
as necessary.
Coordinate with Section 08 71 00 DOOR HARDWARE. Deliver hardware templates and hardware (except field-applied
hardware) to the door manufacturer for use in fabrication of aluminum doors and frames. Cut, reinforce, drill,
and tap doors and frames at the factory to receive template hardware. Provide doors to receive surface-applied
hardware, except push plates, kick plates, and mop plates, with reinforcing only; drill and tap in the field.
Provide hardware reinforcements of stainless steel or steel with hot-dipped galvanized finish, and secure with
stainless steel screws. [Provide reinforcement in core of flush doors as required to receive locks, door closers,
and other hardware.]
2.3.7 Provisions for Glazing
NOTE: This guide specification requires that hardware and glazing for aluminum
doors be specified in their respective sections of the project specification.
Provide extruded aluminum snap-in glazing beads on interior side of doors. Provide extruded aluminum, theft-proof,
snap-in glazing beads or fixed glazing beads on exterior or security side of doors. Glazing beads shall have
vinyl insert glazing gaskets. Design glazing beads to receive glass of thickness indicated or specified.
2.3.8 Finishes
NOTE: Specify finish designation AA-M10-C22-A31, Architectural Class II clear
(natural) anodized finish or AA-M10-C22-A32, Architectural Class II color-anodized
finish, when doors will not be subject to excessive wear or abrasion and will
be regularly cleaned and maintained. Specify finish designation AA-M10-C22-A41,
Architectural Class I clear (natural) anodized finish or AA-M10-C22-A42, Architectural
Class I color-anodized finish, when doors will be subject to excessive wear
and will not be regularly cleaned and maintained. Also specify these designations
(Class I) when doors will be used in highly corrosive industrial atmospheres
where dust, gases, salts, and other destructive elements that attack metal are
in existence. Color-anodized finish is available in medium bronze, dark bronze,
and black. Where revolving aluminum doors and frames are shown in connection
with aluminum swing doors, exercise care to obtain matching color and finish
of the two door types.
Provide exposed aluminum surfaces with [mill finish] [factory finish of anodic coating or organic coating].
2.3.8.1 Anodic Coating
Clean exposed aluminum surfaces and provide an anodized finish conforming to AA DAF-45. Finish shall be [clear
(natural), designation AA-M10-C22-A31, Architectural Class II 0.01 to 0.0175 mm 0.4 mil to 0.7 mil] [clear (natural),
designation AA-M10-C22-A41, Architectural Class I 0.0175 mm 0.7 mil or thicker)] [integral color-anodized, designation
AA-M10-C22-A32, Architectural Class II 0.01 to 0.0175 0.4 mil to 0.7 mil] [integral color-anodized, designation
AA-M10-C22-A42, Architectural Class I 0.0175 mm 0.7 mil or thicker] [electrolytically deposited color-anodized,
designation AA-M10-C22-A34, Architectural Class II 0.01 to 0.0175 mm 0.4 mil to 0.7 mil] [electrolytically deposited
color-anodized, designation AA-M10-C22-A44, Architectural Class I 0.0175 mm 0.7 mil or thicker]. [Color shall
be [_____] [as indicated].]
2.3.8.2 Organic Coating
NOTE: Specify baked enamel finish as an option to Class II anodized. Specify
high-performance finish as an option to Class I anodized.
Clean and prime exposed aluminum surfaces. Provide [a baked enamel finish in accordance with AAMA 2603 with
total dry film thickness not less than 0.02 mm 0.8 mil] [a high-performance finish in accordance with AAMA 2604
with total dry film thickness of not less than 0.03 mm 1.2 mils]. The finish color shall be [_____] [as indicated].
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
Plumb, square, level, and align frames and framing members to receive doors [, transoms] [, adjoining sidelights]
[, and] [, adjoining window walls]. Anchor frames to adjacent construction as indicated and in accordance with
manufacturer's printed instructions. Anchor bottom of each frame to rough floor construction with 2.4 mm 3/32
inch thick stainless steel angle clips secured to back of each jamb and to floor construction; use stainless
steel bolts and expansion rivets for fastening clip anchors. Hang doors to produce clearances specified in paragraph
entitled "Aluminum Doors," of this section. After erection and glazing, adjust doors and hardware to operate
properly.
3.2 PROTECTION FROM DISSIMILAR MATERIALS
3.2.1 Dissimilar Metals
Where aluminum surfaces come in contact with metals other than stainless steel, zinc, or small areas of white
bronze, protect from direct contact to dissimilar metals.
3.2.1.1 Protection
Provide one of the following systems to protect surfaces in contact with dissimilar metals:
a. Paint the dissimilar metal with one coat of heavy-bodied bituminous paint.
b. Apply a good quality elastomeric sealant between the aluminum and the dissimilar metal.
c. Paint the dissimilar metal with one coat of primer and one coat of aluminum paint.
d. Use a nonabsorptive tape or gasket in permanently dry locations.
3.2.2 Drainage from Dissimilar Metals
In locations where drainage from dissimilar metals has direct contact with aluminum, provide protective paint
to prevent aluminum discoloration.
3.2.3 Masonry and Concrete
Provide aluminum surfaces in contact with mortar, concrete, or other masonry materials with one coat of heavy-bodied
bituminous paint.
3.2.4 Wood or Other Absorptive Materials
Provide aluminum surfaces in contact with absorptive materials subject to frequent moisture, and aluminum surfaces
in contact with treated wood, with two coats of aluminum paint or one coat of heavy-bodied bituminous paint.
In lieu of painting the aluminum, the Contractor shall have the option of painting the wood or other absorptive
surface with two coats of aluminum paint and sealing the joints with elastomeric sealant.
3.3 CLEANING
Upon completion of installation, clean door and frame surfaces in accordance with door manufacturer's written
recommended procedure. Do not use abrasive, caustic, or acid cleaning agents.
3.4 PROTECTION
Protect doors and frames from damage and from contamination by other materials such as cement mortar. Prior
to completion and acceptance of the work, restore damaged doors and frames to original condition, or replace
with new ones.