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SECTION 08 51 13 – ALUMINUM WINDOWS
Peerless G941 Fixed Windows
PART 1 – GENERAL
1.1	SECTION INCLDUES
A.	Peerless G941 Fixed Windows.
Thermally broken architectural aluminum window systems. 

1.2	RELATED SECTIONS
A.	Section 07 92 00 - Joint Sealants
B.	    Section 08 80 00 - Glazing

1.3 REFERENCES
A.	AAMA - American Architectural Manufacturers Association:
1.	AAMA/ WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/ A440-08 “Standard/Specification for windows, doors, and unit skylights”.
2.	AAMA 502-12 “Voluntary Specification for Field Testing of Newly Installed Fenestration Products”.
3.	AAMA 701/702-11 “Voluntary Specification for Pile Weatherstripping and Replaceable Fenestration Weatherseals”.
4.	AAMA 901-10 “Voluntary Specification for Rotary & Linear Operators in Window Applications”.
5.	AAMA 904-09 “Voluntary Specification for Multi-bar Hinges in Window Applications”.
6.	AAMA 910-10 “Voluntary - Life Cycle- Specifications and Test Methods for AW Class Architectural Windows and Doors”.
7.	AAMA 1503-09 “Voluntary Test Method for Thermal Transmittance and Condensation Resistance of Windows, Doors, and Glazed Wall Sections”.
8.	AAMA 2605-13 “Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements and Test Procedures for Superior Performing Organic Coatings on Aluminum Extrusions and Panels”. 
9.	AAMA CW-10-12 “Care and Handling of Architectural Aluminum from Shop to Site”.
10.	AAMA 513-12 “Standard Laboratory Test Method for Determination of Forces and Motions Required to Activate Operable Parts of CW and AW Class Operable Windows, Sliding Glass Doors and Terrace Doors in Accessible Spaces”.
B.	ASTM International:
1.	ASTM E90-09 “Standard Test Method for Laboratory Measurement of Airborne Sound Transmission Loss of Building Partitions and Elements”.
2.	ASTM E283-12 “Standard Test Method for Determining Rate of Air Leakage Through Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, and Doors Under Specified Pressure Differences Across the Specimen”. 
3.	ASTM E330-14 “Standard Test Method for Structural Performance of Exterior Windows, Doors, Skylights, and Curtain Walls by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference”.
4.	ASTM E331-09 “Standard Test Method for Water Penetration of Exterior Windows, Skylights, Doors, and Curtain Walls by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference”.
5.	ASTM E547-09 “Standard Test Method for Water Penetration of Exterior Windows, Skylights, Doors, and Curtain Walls by Cyclic Static Air Pressure Differential”.
6.	ASTM E2190-10 “Standard Specification for Insulating Glass Unit Performance and Evaluation”.
7.	ASTM F588-07 “Standard Test Methods for Measuring the Forced Entry Resistance of Window Assemblies, Excluding Glazing Impact”.
8.	ASTM D 532 “Standard Test Method for Specular Gloss”.
9.	ASTM D 1400 “Standard Test Method for Nondestructive Measurement of Dry Film Thickness of Nonconductive Coatings Applied to a Nonferrous Metal base”.
10.	ASTM D 1654 “Evaluation of Painted or Coated Specimens Subjected to Corrosive Environments”.
11.	ASTM D 2244 “Test Method for Calculation of Color Differences from Instrumentally Measured Color Coordinates”.
12.	ASTM D 4214 “Test Methods for Evaluating Degree of Chalking of Exterior Paint Films”.
C.	IGCC - Insulating Glass Certification Council:
D.	NFRC - National Fenestration Rating Council:
1.	NFRC 100-2014 “Procedure for Determining Fenestration Product U Factors”.
2.	NFRC 102-2014 “Procedure for Measuring the Steady-State Thermal Transmittance of Fenestration Systems”.
E.	SGCC - Safety Glazing Certification Council:
1.	ANSI Z97.1-09 “American National Standard for Safety Glazing Materials used in Buildings - Safety Performance Specifications and Methods of Test”.
2.	16 CFR 1201 “Consumer Product Safety Commission Safety Standard for Architectural Glazing Materials - codified at Title 16, Part 1201 of the Code of Federal Regulations 2011 Edition”.
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A.	Product Data: test reports or waiver from an AAMA accredited laboratory; manufacturer's specifications.
B.	Shop Drawings: Window location chart; typical window elevations; details of assemblies, hardware and glazing details for units glazed by the window manufacturer.
C.	Samples: each specified finish for aluminum; other samples as requested.
1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.	Installer Qualifications: Skilled craftspeople who have demonstrated a successful history of installing windows for five years.
1.6 MOCK-UP
A.	Provide a mock-up for evaluation of surface preparation techniques and application workmanship.
1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A.	Store Products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation.
B.	Protection film will be used on interior glass surface, exterior glass surface, and applied to window frames.
C.	Handle and protect windows and accessories in accordance with AAMA CW-10-15 until project completion.
D.	All window products will be palletized and security wrapped prior to shipment. 
1.8 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 absolute limits.
1.9 WARRANTY
1.	Windows: Manufacturer shall warrant windows, doors and accessories for 10 years, inswing windows, doors and accessories for 15 years and curtainwall for 1 year against defects in material and workmanship.
2.	Insulating Glass Units: Glass manufacturer shall warrant seal for twenty years against visual obstruction from film formation or moisture collection between internal glass surfaces, excluding that caused by glass breakage or abuse.
3.	Powder Paint Finish: Finish conforming to AAMA 2605 shall be warranted for twenty years against checking, cracking, chalking, or fading.
4.	Powder Paint Finish: Finish conforming to AAMA 2604 shall be warranted for twenty years against checking, cracking, chalking, or fading.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURER
A.	Acceptable Manufacturer:
1.	Peerless Products Inc., 2403 S. Main St., Ft. Scott, KS 66701
Tel: 620-223-4610	Email: info@peerlessproducts.com

Peerless Commercial Applications Group, 2702 N. State St., Iola, KS 66749
Tel: 620-644-4348	Email: info@peerlessproducts.com

Peerless Innovative Solutions Group, 1800 N. Industrial Highway, Nevada, MO 64772
Tel: 417-283-4768	Email: info@peerlessproducts.com
B.	   Web: http://www.peerlessproducts.com.
C.	   Substitutions: Not permitted.
D.	Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01 60 00 - Product Requirements.
E.	  Basis of Design: G900 Series Fixed Windows
2.2 WINDOW TYPES
A.	Peerless G941 Fixed Thermal Aluminum Window
1.	AAMA Certification: Conformance with FW-AW100.
2.3 CONSTRUCTION
A.	Fixed Configuration:
1.	Single fixed. 
2.	Fixed-to-fixed with a vertical integral mullion in one master frame.
3.	Fixed-over-fixed with a horizontal integral mullion in one master frame.

B.	Aluminum Extrusions: Extruded by the window manufacturer from commercial quality 6063-T5 alloy; free from defects impairing strength and durability.
C.	Frame: Double tubular head, sill, and jambs miter cut and fastened with two corner gussets per corner; Double tubular integral mullion, if required, fastened with two gussets per frame member without penetrating the frame member with fasteners; corners sealed by the window manufacturer with sealant conforming to AAMA 800-10.
D.	Water control: continuous compression gasket to utilize pressure equalization and to allow water to drain by gravity.
E.	Window Frame: Extruded aluminum with integral structural thermal break installed by the window manufacturer in the frame and vent members; exterior and interior finishes applied by the window manufacturer; frames and vents assembled by the window manufacturer.
1.	Frame Depth: 5 inches (127 mm).
2.	Fabricated with equal-leg flange frame.
3.	Fabricated with nailing fin frame.
4.	Interior and exterior protective film applied to window frames.
F.	Integral Mullions: Double tubular integral mullion fastened with two gussets per frame member without penetrating the frame member with fasteners; joints sealed by window manufacturer with sealant conforming to AAMA 800-10.
G.	Thermal Break: The thermal break separating the exterior and interior aluminum extrusions shall be a mechanical crimp-in-place system utilizing multi-directional glass fiber reinforced polyamide nylon struts with locking mechanical connections to the aluminum extrusions. The thermal break shall not be compromised by hardware or metal fasteners.
1.	Minimum thermal break depth of 3 inches. Any depth less than this will not be accepted. 
H.	Glazing: exterior Dry Glaze foam gasket; exterior glazed in grid made from polyamide thermal break material, painted to match the finish of the window, used to align the triple glaze insulating glass over the window’s thermal break for superior thermal performance; 1.75 inch triple glaze insulating glass; interior glazed in grid made from polyamide thermal break material, painted to match the finish of the window, used to further enhance the thermal performance of the window system; two weep holes under each glass pocket for drainage; foam backer rod and silicone heel bead forming an internal seal; interior compression bulb gasket threaded into aluminum glazing beads; glazed by the window manufacturer.
I.	Wet seal of glass to frame glazing leg is not acceptable.

2.4 PERFORMANCE
A.	Air Infiltration: Window results shall achieve <0.1 cfm/ft², and not to exceed AAMA standard maximum 0.3 cfm/square foot when tested per ASTM E283-12 at a static air pressure difference of 6.27 psf.
B.	Air Exfiltration: Window results shall achieve <0.1 cfm/ft², and not to exceed AAMA standard maximum 0.2 cfm/square foot when tested per ASTM E283-12 at a static air pressure difference of -1.57 psf.
C.	Water Penetration: No uncontrolled water leakage when tested per ASTM E331-09 and ASTM E547-09 at a static air pressure difference of 15 psf.
D.	Thermal Cycling: Testing in accordance with AAMA 501.5 Test Method for Serviceability of Exterior Fenestration After Thermal Cycling. A total of six cycles to be run from 0°F to 180°F.
E.	Uniform Deflection: No more than L/175 when tested per ASTM E330-14 at a static air pressure difference of 100 psf.
F.	Uniform Structural Load: No glass breakage or permanent damage to fasteners, and maximum 0.2% permanent deformation of the span of any frame member when tested per ASTM E330-14 at a static air pressure difference of 150 psf.
G.	Forced-Entry Resistance: Latching devices shall provide reasonable security against forced entry and the test window shall achieve a Grade 40 when tested per ASTM F588-07.
H.	Thermal PHIUS Certification: Thermal testing according to Passive House Institute US. PHIUS component level performance data testing for Peerless G900 Fixed window on a 47.24 inches (1199 mm) by 59.06 (1500 mm) inches test sized glazed with 1.75 inch (44 mm) triple glazed insulated glass made with 1/4 inch (6 mm) soft coat low E 366 coating on surface #2, argon gas in the 1/2 inch (12mm) airspace made with Cardinal XL Edge stainless steel spacer, 1/4 inch (6 mm) soft coat low E 180 on coating #4, argon gas in the 1/2 inch (12 mm) airspace made with Cardinal XL Edge stainless steel spacer, and 1/4 inch (6 mm) soft coat low E i89 coating on surface #6, with the following test result:
1.	Thermal Transmittance: maximum U-Value 0.12 btu/(hr*sq.ft*degree F).
2.	Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC): whole window SHGC equals 0.256 

2.5 MUNTINS
A.	Material: Extruded aluminum with exposed surfaces finished to match window color; concealed fasteners; designed for unrestricted expansion and contraction.
B.	Design: Muntin bar cross-section profile and material chosen from manufacturer's standards.
C.	Patterns: Grid patterns to be designated by architect.
D.	Location:(exterior grids: separate extrusion which slides into the grid pocket of the window frame without penetrating the perimeter frame.) (internal: encapsulated between the two glass lites in the insulating glass unit to protect them from damage and dirt buildup.) (interior: applied grids.)
1.	Exterior.
2.	Internal: Encapsulated between the two glass lites in the insulating glass unit to protect them from damage and dirt buildup.
3.	True: Dividing the insulating glass into small individual units.

2.6 INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES
A.	Material: Extruded aluminum; nominal .062 inch (1.6 mm) wall; with exposed surfaces finished to match window color and finish performance; concealed fasteners; required weather seals; designed for unrestricted expansion and contraction.
B.	Exterior:
1.	Wrap around panning.
2.	Preset panning.
3.	Co-extruded nailing fin.
4.	Co-extruded flange frame.
5.	Two-piece receptor with polyamide strip thermal break.
6.	10 psf subsill with polyamide strip thermal break.
C.	Interior: Two-piece snap trim and trim clip.
D.	Mullions:
1.	Horizontal stack mullion with polyamide strip thermal break.
2.	Vertical three-piece mullion with polyamide strip thermal break.
E.	Aluminum strap anchor.
F.	Head expander with polyamide strip thermal break.
G.	Sill angle.

2.7 INSULATING GLASS UNITS 
A.	Materials:
1.	Spacer: tubular stainless steel.
2.	Spacer color: Stainless metal color.
3.	Primary seal: polyisobutylene.
4.	Secondary seal: Silicone.
5.	Airspace Fill: Plain air.
6.	Airspace Fill: Argon filled.
7.	Cardinal Preserve protective film applied to the interior and exterior of glass IGU.

B.	Performance:
1.	Triple-seal durability: AAMA Certification: Conformance with ASTM E 2190-10; visible, permanent IGCC certification label.
C.	Exterior Glass Lite:
1.	Thickness: 1/4 inch (6 mm).
2.	Tint: Clear.
3.	Type: Annealed.
4.	Type: Tempered.
5.	Type: Laminated.
6.	Coating: low E on #2 surface; Cardinal Glass 270 or Cardinal Glass 366 or equivalent.

D.	Internal Glass Lite:
1.	Thickness: 1/4 inch (6 mm).
2.	Tint: Clear.
3.	Type: Annealed.
4.	Type: Tempered.
5.	Type: Laminated.
6.	Coating: low E on #4 surface; Cardinal Glass 180 or equivalent.

E.	Interior Glass Lite:
1.	Thickness: 1/4 inch (6 mm).
2.	Tint: Clear.
3.	Type: Annealed.
4.	Type: Tempered.
5.	Type: Laminated.
6.	Coating: Low E on #6 surface; Cardinal Glass i89 or equivalent.

2.8 FINISH ON ALUMINUM EXTRUSIONS
A.	Application: on clean extrusions free from objectionable surface blemishes; on exposed surfaces visible when installed product's operating sash is closed.
B.	Electrostatic spray by an Approved Applicator and appropriate oven bake process.
C.	Coating: Superior Performance Powder coating: One-coat dry system with resin containing 70% fluoropolymer; thermosetting; alternative finishes will not be acceptable.
D.	Quality Standard: Conforming to AAMA 2605-13, including 10 years Florida exposure. [AAMA 2604-13, including 5 years Florida exposure.]
E.	Pretreatment: Mechanically clean and chemically pretreat fabricated items in accordance with coating manufacturer's requirements and AAMA requirements with a Chrome Free Treatment.
F.	Coating Quantity: One single color coating, additional coating quantities will not be accepted. This includes, but is not limited to barrier coats, primers and clear coats.
G.	Dry Film Thickness: Eighty percent of measurements on primary exposed surfaces shall exceed 1.9 mils with a standard thickness range of 1.9 to 3.14 mils, except inside corners and channels.
H.	Environmental Factors: Less than 3% harmful VOC's (Volatile Organic Compounds) emitted during powder coating application process.
I.	Color: Chosen from manufacturer's standards.
1.	Quality Standard: Conforming to AAMA 2604.
2.	Quality Standard: Conforming to AAMA 2605.
3.	Exterior low-e heat reducing powder coat finish.
4.	Interior finish with antimicrobial performance. 

PART 3 – EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A.	Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly prepared.
B.	If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.
3.2 PREPARATION
A.	Prepare openings to be in tolerance, plumb, level, provide for secure anchoring, and in accordance with approved shop drawings.
B.	Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the best result for the substrate under the project conditions.
3.3 INSTALLATION
A.	Install windows in accordance with approved shop drawings and window manufacturer's recommendations with skilled craftspeople who have demonstrated a successful history of installing windows for a specified number of years. Provide required support and securely fasten and set windows plumb, square, and level without twist or bow. Install in proper relationship with adjacent construction.
B.	Apply sealant per sealant manufacturer's recommendations at joints, wipe off excess, and leave exposed sealant surfaces clean and smooth.
3.4 FIELD TESTING
A.	Test installed units in conformance with AAMA 502-12 minimum requirements for air and water infiltration with the window manufacturer, dealer, Contractor, and Owner present.
B.	Select test units as directed by the owner's representative and use an AAMA-accredited laboratory provided by the Owner or Contractor not to be tested higher than 8psf or 2/3rd reduction of 12 psf.
3.5 ADJUSTING
A.	Adjust windows as necessary for smooth and weathertight operation.
3.6	CLEANING
A.	Peel the Preserve protective film from the window or door glass surfaces when the window or door installation is complete, leaving these surfaces ready for use without the need for glass cleaning.
B.	Remove protection film applied to the window frames once window installation is complete.
C.	Leave the installed windows and doors clean and free of construction debris.
D.	After installation, all maintenance and cleaning must be complete from the interior side of the window.
3.7 PROTECTION
A.	Protect installed products until completion of project.
B.	Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.