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SECTION 08 81 00
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PART 1 GENERAL
1.1
1.2
1.3
SECTION INCLUDES
A.
Glass types including the following:

1.
Monolithic glass.
2.
Laminated glass units.
3.
Insulating glass units without solar control coatings.
4.
Solar control insulating glass units.
5.
Tinted solar control insulating glass units.
6.
Solar control insulating spandrel glass units.
7.
Laminated solar control insulating glass units.
8.
Fire-rated glazing.
B.
Fire-Rated Glazing and Framing Systems.
RELATED SECTIONS
A.
Section 07 91 26 - Joint Fillers.
B.
Section 08 41 00 - Entrances and Storefronts.
C.
Section 08 51 69 - Metal Storm Windows.
D.
Section 08 57 00 - Hurricane Resistant Windows*.
E.
Section 08 84 13 - Decorative Plastic Glazing.
F.
Section 08 83 00 - Mirrors.
G.
Section 08 84 13 - Decorative Plastic Glazing.
H.
Section 08 88 56 - Ballistic Resistant Glazing.
I.
Section 08 44 23 - Structural Sealant Glazed Curtain Wall.
REFERENCES
A.
American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA):
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1.
2.
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AAMA GDSG-1-1987: Glass Design for Sloped Glazing

AAMA TIR-A7-1983: Sloped Glazing Guidelines
B.
American National Standards Institute (ANSI): ANSI Z 97.1 - Safety Glazing Materials Used
in Buildings, Safety Performance Specifications and Methods of Test.
C.
ASTM International (ASTM):

1.
ASTM C 1036 - Standard Specification for Flat Glass.
2.
ASTM C 1048 - Standard Specification for Heat-Treated Flat Glass--Kind HS, Kind FT
Coated and Uncoated Glass.
3.
ASTM C 1172 - Standard Specification for Laminated Architectural Flat Glass.
4.
ASTM C 1376 - Standard Specification for Pyrolytic and Vacuum Deposition Coatings
on Glass.
5.
ASTM E 1886 - Test Method for Performance of Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls,
Doors and Storm Shutters Impacted by Missile(s) and Exposed to Cyclic Pressure
Differentials.
6.
ASTM E 1996 - Standard Specification for Performance of Exterior Windows, Curtain
Walls, Doors and Storm Shutters Impacted by Windborne Debris in Hurricanes.
7.
ASTM E 2190 - Standard Specification for Insulating Glass Unit Performance and
Evaluation.
D.
Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC): 16CFR-1201 - Safety Standard for

Architectural Glazing Materials.
E.
Glazing Association of North America (GANA):

1.
Glazing Manual.
2.
Laminated Glazing Reference Manual.
F.
United States Green Building Council (USGBC): LEED Rating Systems.
SUBMITTALS
A.
Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements.
B.
Delegated-Design Submittal: For glass indicated to comply with performance requirements

and design criteria, including analysis data and calculations signed and sealed by the
qualified professional engineer responsible for their preparation.
C.
Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets for each product specified, including but not
limited to:
1.
Performance characteristics.
2.
Preparation instructions and recommendations.
3.
Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
4.
Installation methods.
5.
Cleaning methods.
D.
Fabricator's Certification: Submit fabricator's certification acceptable to manufacturer.
E.
LEED Submittals: Product Data for Credit EQ 4.1; for adhesives and sealants used inside of
the weatherproofing system, including printed statement of VOC content.
F.
Selection Samples: For each glass product specified, except clear uncoated glass, two
complete sets of samples representing manufacturer's full range of available products types,
thicknesses and coatings.
G.
Verification Samples: For each glass product specified except clear uncoated glass, two
samples representing actual product types, thicknesses and coatings specified.
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1.6
1.7
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
Manufacturer's Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years experience manufacturing solar control

coated glass.
B.
Fabricator's Qualifications: Certified by AGC Glass Company to fabricate solar control

coated glass products.
1.
Minimum of 5 years experience manufacturing sealed insulating glass units meeting
ASTM E 2190.
2.
Minimum of 5 years experience manufacturing laminated glass units meeting ASTM C
1172 and CPSC 16 CFR-1201.
C.
Preconstruction Adhesion and Compatibility Testing: Test each glazing material type, tape
sealant, gasket, glazing accessory, and glass-framing member for adhesion to and
compatibility with elastomeric glazing sealants. Data based on previous testing of current
sealant products, and glazing materials matching those specified is acceptable.
D.
Mock-Up: Provide a mock-up for evaluation of glazing unit fabrication and installation
workmanship.
1.
Install in locations designated by Architect.
2.
Do not proceed with remaining work until workmanship is approved by Architect.
3.
Rework mock-up area as required to produce acceptable work.
DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A.
Delivery: Deliver glass in manufacturer's or fabricator's original containers and packaging,

with labels clearly identifying product name and manufacturer.
B.
Storage: Store glass in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

1.
Store glass in manufacturer's or fabricator's original containers and packaging, with
labels clearly identifying product name and manufacturer. Protect from damage.
2.
Store products in manufacturer's labeled packaging until ready for installation.
3.
Store glass in clean, dry area indoors.
4.
Protect from exposure to direct sunlight and freezing temperatures.
5.
Apply temporary coverings loosely to allow adequate ventilation.
6.
Protect from contact with corrosive chemicals.
7.
Avoid placement of glass edge on concrete, metal, and other hard objects.
8.
Rest glass on clean, cushioned pads at 1/4-points.
C.
Handling: Handle glass in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

1.
Protect glass from damage during handling and installation.
2.
Do not slide one lite of glass against another.
3.
Do not use sharp objects near unprotected glass.
PROJECT CONDITIONS
A.
1.8
SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING

A.
1.9
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.
Conference: Convene a pre-installation conference to establish procedures to maintain

optimum working conditions and to coordinate this work with related and adjacent work.
WARRANTY
A.
Manufacturer's Special Warranty on Coated Glass:
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1.
2.
Manufacturer's standard form in which coated-glass manufacturer agrees to replace

coated glass units that deteriorate within specified warranty period.
Deterioration of coated glass is defined as failure of coating, including discoloration or
de-lamination, under normal use that is not attributed to glass breakage or to
maintaining and cleaning insulating glass contrary to manufacturer's written
instructions.
B.
Manufacturer's Special Warranty on Insulating Glass:

1.
Manufacturer's standard form in which insulating glass manufacturer agrees to
replace insulating glass units that deteriorate within specified warranty period.
2.
Deterioration of insulating glass is defined as failure of hermetic seal under normal
use that is not attributed to glass breakage or to maintaining and cleaning insulating
glass contrary to manufacturer's written instructions.
3.
Evidence of failure is the obstruction of vision by dust, moisture, or film on interior
surfaces of glass.
4.
Warranty Period: _________________.
5.
Warranty Period: 5 years from date of manufacture.
6.
C.
Manufacturer's Special Warranty on Laminated Glass:

1.
Manufacturer's standard form in which laminated glass manufacturer agrees to
replace laminated glass units that deteriorate within specified warranty period.
2.
Deterioration of laminated glass is defined as defects developed from normal use that
are not attributed to glass breakage or to maintaining and cleaning laminated glass
contrary to manufacturer's written instructions.
3.
Defects include edge separation, de-lamination materially obstructing vision through
glass, and blemishes exceeding those allowed by referenced laminated glass
standard.
4.
Warranty Period: _________________.
5.
6.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
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2.2
MANUFACTURERS
A.
Acceptable Manufacturer: AGC Glass Company; North America, which is located at: 11175
Cicero Dr. Suite 400; Alpharetta, GA 30022; Toll Free Tel: 800-251-0441; Tel: 404-446-4207;
888-234-8380 (Technical Support); Fax: 404-446-4220; Email: request info
(info@us.agc.com); Web: www.krystalinteriors.com
B.
Substitutions: Not permitted.
C.
Substitutions: Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of

Section 01 60 00 - Product Requirements.
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
A.
General Performance: Installed glazing systems shall withstand normal thermal movement
and impact loads (where applicable) without failure, including loss or glass breakage
attributable to the following: defective manufacture, fabrication, or installation; deterioration
of glazing materials; or other defects in construction.
B.
Safety Glazing: Where safety glazing is indicated, comply with testing requirements in 16
CFR 1201 for Category II materials.
C.
Delegated Design: Design glass installed adjacent to walking surfaces, including
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comprehensive engineering analysis by a qualified professional engineer, using performance

requirements and design criteria indicated.
1.
Differential deflection of adjacent unsupported edges shall not exceed glass thickness
when subjected to 50 lbf/ft (730 n/m) applied horizontally to one panel at any point up
to 42 inches (1067 mm) above the adjacent walking surface.
2.
Base design on thickness at thinnest part of the glass.
2.3
2.4
GLASS PRODUCTS
A.
Thickness: Where glass thickness is indicated, it is a minimum. Provide glass lites in

thicknesses as needed to comply with requirements indicated.
B.
Strength: Where float glass is indicated, provide annealed float glass, Kind HSheat
strengthened float glass, or Kind FTfully tempered treated float glass as needed to comply
with requirements indicated. Where heat treated glass is indicated, provide Kind HSheat
strengthened float glass or Kind FTfully tempered float glass as needed to comply with
requirements indicated. Where fully tempered glass is indicated, provide Kind FTfully
tempered float glass.
C.
Heat-Treated Float Glass: ASTM C 1048, ASTM C 1036; Type I; Quality-Q3; Class I (clear)
unless otherwise indicated; of kind and condition indicated.
1.
Fabrication Process: By horizontal (roller-hearth) process with roll-wave distortion
parallel to bottom edge of glass as installed unless otherwise indicated.
D.
Back-Painted Decorative Glass: ASTM C 1036, Type I, Quality-Q3, Class I (ultra clear lowiron float).
1.
Provide AGC Glass Krystal Kolours.
2.
Tint Color: Krystal Kolours - Rich Aluminum.
3.
Tint Color: Krystal Kolours - Pure White.
4.
Tint Color: Krystal Kolours - Pure Black.
5.
Tint Color: Krystal Kolours - Turquoise Blue.
6.
Tint Color: Krystal Kolours - Mocha.
7.
Tint Color: Krystal Kolours - Luminous Red.
8.
Tint Color: Krystal Kolours - Metal Grey.
9.
Tint Color: Krystal Kolours - Pastel Green.
10. Tint Color: Krystal Kolours - Luminous Yellow.
11.
Tint Color: Krystal Kolours - Deep Blue.
12. Fabrication Process: By curtain head production line to assure uniform paint coverage
using an adhesion promoter to ensure paint adhesion to the glass. Back-painted
decorative glass must have a secondary protective grey backing paint to protect
colored paint surface.
MATERIALS
A.
Glass Fabrication - General:

1.
Edge and face clearances, edge and surface conditions, and bite complying with
written instructions of product manufacturer and referenced glazing publications; and
to comply with system performance requirements.
2.
Free of foreign substances and air or glass pockets.
B.
Clear Float Glass:

1.
Compliance: ASTM C 1036, Type I, Quality q3, Class 1.
C.
Ultra Clear Low-Iron Float Glass:

1.
Compliance: ASTM C 1036, Type I, Quality q3, Class 1.
2.
Visible Light Transmission: Not less than 91 percent.
3.
Provide AGC Glass - Krystal Klear.
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D.
Uncoated, Tinted Float Glass:

1.
Compliance: ASTM C 1036; Type I; Quality q3; Class 2.
2.
Provide AGC Glass - Solarshield.
3.
Tint Color: Solarshield - Pure Green.
4.
Tint Color: Solarshield - Pure Blue.
5.
Tint Color: Solarshield - Pure Grey.
6.
Tint Color: Solarshield - Pure Bronze.
7.
Tint Color: Solarshield - Sky Blue.
8.
Tint Color: Solarshield - Meadow Green.
9.
Tint Color: Solarshield - Midnight Blue.
10. Tint Color: Solarshield - Forest Green.
E.
Heat Treatment for Float Glass:

1.
Heat Treatment: As scheduled and indicated on Drawings.
2.
Heat Treatment: Annealed.
3.
Heat Treatment: Kind HS, heat strengthened.
4.
Heat Treatment: Kind FT, fully tempered.
F.
Sputtered Coated Low-Emissivity Clear Vision Glass:

1.
Compliance: ASTM C 1376, coated by sputtered process, ASTM C 1036, Type I,
Quality-Q3, Class I (clear) unless otherwise indicated, and complying with other
requirements specified.
2.
Provide AGC Glass - Energy Select 23, triple silver on clear substrate. Neutral clear
aesthetic, 50% VLT and 0.23 solar heat gain coefficient SHGC.
3.
Provide AGC Glass - Energy Select 28, triple silver on clear substrate. Neutral
aesthetic, with a slightly bluer hue, 62% VLT and 0.28 SHGC.
4.
Provide AGC Glass - Energy Select 31.
5.
6.
7.
Provide AGC Glass - Energy Select R42.
8.
G.
Sputtered Coated Low-Emissivity Tinted Vision Glass:

1.
Compliance: ASTM C 1376, coated by sputtered process, ASTM C 1036, Type I,
Quality-Q3, Class 2 (Tinted) unless otherwise indicated, and complying with other
2.
Provide AGC Glass - Energy Select 20 - Pure Grey.
3.
Provide AGC Glass - Energy Select 20 - Pure Bronze.
4.
Provide AGC Glass - Energy Select 20 - Forest Green.
5.
Provide AGC Glass - Energy Select 25 - Pure Grey.
6.
Provide AGC Glass - Energy Select 25 - Pure Bronze.
7.
Provide AGC Glass - Energy Select 25 - Forest Green.
8.
Tint Color: Solarshield Pure Grey.
9.
Tint Color: Solarshield Pure Bronze.
10. Tint Color: Solarshield Forest Green.
H.
Pyrolytic Coated Low-Emissivity Clear Vision Glass:

1.
Compliance: ASTM C 1376, coated by pyrolytic process, ASTM C 1036, Type I,
Quality-Q3, Class I (clear) unless otherwise indicated, and complying with other
2.
I.
Pyrolytic Coated Low-Emissivity Tinted Vision Glass:

1.
Compliance: ASTM C 1376, coated by pyrolytic process, ASTM C 1036, Type I,
Quality-Q3, Class 2 (Tinted) unless otherwise indicated, and complying with other
2.
Provide AGC Glass, - Sunergy.
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3.
4.
5.
6.
Tint Color: Green.

Tint Color: Gray.
Tint Color: Azur.
Tint Color: Dark Blue.
J.
Polished Wired Glass:

1.
Compliance: ASTM C 1036, Type II, Class 1 (clear), Form 1, Quality-Q6.
2.
Provide AGC Glass - Polished Wire Glass.
3.
Mesh: M1 (diamond).
4.
Mesh: M2 (square).
K.
Patterned Glass:
1.
2.
Provide AGC Glass - Pattern.
3.
Finish: Finish F1 (patterned one side).
4.
Finish: Finish F2 (patterned both sides).
5.
Pattern: Aqua (Aquatex).
6.
Pattern: Bamboo.
7.
Pattern: Citrus (P-62).
8.
Pattern: Delta.
9.
Patterns: Flutes
10. Pattern: Pebbles.
11.
Pattern: Pixels.
12. Pattern: Textured Flutex.
13. Pattern: Rain.
L.
Patterned Wired Glass:

1.
2.
Provide AGC Glass - Kasumi Obscure Wire:
3.
Finish: Finish F1 (patterned one side).
4.
Finish: Finish F2 (patterned both sides).
5.
Pattern: Pattern P1 (linear).
6.
Pattern: Pattern P2 (geometric).
7.
Pattern P3 (random).
8.
Pattern: Pattern P4 (special).
9.
Mesh: M1 (diamond).
10. Mesh: M2 (square).
M.
Silk-Screened Ceramic-Coated Vision Glass: Heat-treated float glass, ASTM C 1048

Condition C:
1.
Provide AGC Glass - Silk Screened Ceramic Coated Vision Glass:
2.
Glass: Clear float.
3.
Glass: Ultraclear Low-Iron float.
4.
Glass: Tinted float.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Tint Color: Solarshield - Forest Green.
10. Tint Color: Solarshield - Sky Blue.
11.
Tint Color: Solarshield - Pure Blue.
12. Tint Color: Solarshield - Midnight Blue.
N.
Reflective-Coated Vision Glass:

1.
Compliance: ASTM C 1376, coated by pyrolytic process, and complying with other
2.
Provide AGC Glass - Stopsol Classic: Clear. Coating Color: Classic.
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3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Provide AGC Glass - Stopsol Classic: Green. Coating Color: Classic.

Provide AGC Glass - Stopsol Classic: Gray. Coating Color: Classic.
Provide AGC Glass - Stopsol Classic: Bronze. Coating Color: Classic.
Provide AGC Glass - Stopsol SuperSilver: Clear. Coating Color: SuperSilver - Pewter.
Provide AGC Glass - Stopsol SuperSilver: Green. Coating Color: SuperSilver Pewter.
Provide AGC Glass - Stopsol SuperSilver: Gray. Coating Color: SuperSilver - Pewter.
Provide AGC Glass - Stopsol SilverLight: Priva Blue. Coating Color: SilverLight Silver.
O.
Ceramic-Coated Spandrel Glass: AGC does not produce Spandrel. AGC glass may be used
to make Spandrel by glass fabricators who buy AGC glass.
1.
Compliance: ASTM C 1048, Condition B, ASTM C 1036 Type I, Quality q3.
2.
Provide AGC Glass - Ceramic Coated Spandrel.
3.
Glass: Clear float.
4.
Glass: Ultra Clear float.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
11.
12. Tint Color: Solarshield - Pure Blue.
14. Ceramic Coating Color: As selected by Architect from manufacturer's full range.
15. Ceramic Coating Color: Provide AGC Glass Green.
16. Ceramic Coating Color: Provide AGC Glass Grey.
17. Ceramic Coating Color: Provide AGC Glass Black.
18. Ceramic Coating Color: Provide AGC Glass Warm Gray.
19. Ceramic Coating Color: Provide AGC Glass Charcoal.
20. Ceramic Coating Color: Provide AGC Glass Bronze.
21. Ceramic Coating Color: Provide AGC Glass Lava Bronze.
22. Ceramic Coating Color: Provide AGC Glass Blue.
23. Ceramic Coating Color: Provide AGC Glass Dark Green.
24. Ceramic Coating Color: Provide AGC Glass White.
25. Ceramic Coating Color: Provide AGC Glass Privacy Grey.
P.
Silicone-Coated Spandrel Glass:

1.
Compliance: ASTM C 1048, Condition C,ASTM C 1036 Type I, Quality-Q3, and
complying with other requirements specified.
2.
Provide AGC Glass - Silicone Coated Spandrel.
3.
Glass: Clear float.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
11.
12. Tint Color: Solarshield - Pure Blue.
14. Silicone Coating Color: As selected by Architect from manufacturer's full range.
15. Silicone Coating Color: Provide AGC Glass Green.
16. Silicone Coating Color: Provide AGC Glass Grey.
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17.
18.
19.
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Silicone Coating Color: Provide AGC Glass Bronze.

Silicone Coating Color: Provide AGC Glass Warm Grey.
Silicone Coating Color: Provide AGC Glass Black.
Q.
Reflective-Coated Spandrel Glass:

1.
Compliance: ASTM C 1376, Kind CS; coated by pyrolytic process, and complying with
other requirements specified.
2.
Provide AGC Glass - Stopsol Classic: Clear. Coating Color: Classic - Gold. Tint Color:
Clear.
3.
Provide AGC Glass - Stopsol Classic: Green. Coating Color: Classic - Gold. Tint
Color: Green.
4.
Provide AGC Glass - Stopsol Classic: Gray. Coating Color: Classic - Gold. Tint Color:
Grey.
5.
Provide AGC Glass - Stopsol Classic: Bronze. Coating Color: Classic - Gold. Tint
Color: Bronze.
6.
Provide AGC Glass - Stopsol SuperSilver: Clear. Coating Color: SuperSilver - Pewter.
Tint Color: Clear.
7.
Provide AGC Glass - Stopsol SuperSilver: Green. Coating Color: SuperSilver Pewter. Tint Color: Green.
8.
Provide AGC Glass - Stopsol SuperSilver: Gray. Coating Color: SuperSilver - Pewter.
Tint Color: Grey.
9.
Provide AGC Glass - Stopsol SilverLight- Priva Blue. Coating Color: SilverLight Silver. Tint Color: Priva Blue.
10. Glass: Clear float.
11.
12. Glass: Tinted float.
R.
Reflective-Coated Acid Etched Translucent Glass:

1.
Compliance: ASTM C 1376, Kind CS; coated by pyrolytic process, ASTM C 1036,
Type I, Quality-Q3, Class I, and complying with other requirements specified.
2.
Provide AGC Glass - Matelux Stopsol SuperSilver.
3.
Coating Color: SuperSilver Pewter.
4.
Glass: Clear float.
5.
6.
Tint Color: Clear.
7.
Tint Color: Green.
8.
Tint Color: Dark Blue.
9.
Etching Type: Classic Etching One Side.
LAMINATED GLASS
A.
Laminated Glass: ASTM C 1172, and complying with testing requirements in 16 CFR 1201
for Category II materials, and with other requirements specified. Use materials that have a
proven record of no tendency to bubble, discolor, or lose physical and mechanical properties
after fabrication and installation.
1.
Construction: Laminate glass with polyvinyl butyral interlayer to comply with interlayer
manufacturer's written recommendations.
2.
Construction: Laminate glass with ionoplast interlayer to comply with interlayer
manufacturer's written recommendations.
3.
Interlayer Thickness: Provide thickness not less than that indicated and as needed to
comply with requirements.
4.
Interlayer Color: Clear unless otherwise indicated.
B.
Windborne-Debris-Impact-Resistant Laminated Glass: ASTM C 1172. Use materials that

have a proven record of no tendency to bubble, discolor, or lose physical and mechanical
properties after fabrication and installation.
1.
Construction: Laminate glass with the following to comply with interlayer
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2.
3.
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2.7
manufacturer's written recommendations:

a.
Polyvinyl butyral interlayer.
b.
Polyvinyl butyral interlayers reinforced with polyethylene terephthalate film.
c.
Ionoplast interlayer.
Interlayer Thickness: Provide thickness not less than that indicated and as needed to
comply with requirements.
Interlayer Color: Clear unless otherwise indicated.
GLAZING GASKETS
A.
Dense Compression Gaskets: Molded or extruded gaskets of profile and hardness required
to maintain watertight seal, made from one of the following:
1.
Neoprene complying with ASTM C 864.
2.
EPDM complying with ASTM C 864.
3.
Silicone complying with ASTM C 1115.
4.
Thermoplastic polyolefin rubber complying with ASTM C 1115.
B.
Soft Compression Gaskets: Extruded or molded, closed-cell, integral-skinned gaskets

complying with ASTM C 509, Type II, black; of profile and hardness required to maintain
watertight seal.
1.
Type: Neoprene.
2.
Type: EPDM.
3.
Type: Silicone.
4.
Type: Thermoplastic polyolefin rubber.
5.
Application: Use where soft compression gaskets will be compressed by inserting
dense compression gaskets on opposite side of glazing or pressure applied by means
of pressure-glazing stops on opposite side of glazing.
C.
Lock-Strip Gaskets: Neoprene extrusions in size and shape indicated, fabricated into frames
with molded corner units and zipper lock-strips, complying with ASTM C 542, black.
GLAZING SEALANTS
A.
General:
1.
Compatibility: Provide glazing sealants that are compatible with one another and with
other materials they will contact, including glass products, seals of insulating glass
units, and glazing channel substrates, under conditions of service and application, as
demonstrated by sealant manufacturer based on testing and field experience.
2.
Suitability: Comply with sealant and glass manufacturers' written instructions for
selecting glazing sealants suitable for applications indicated and for conditions
existing at time of installation.
3.
Sealants used inside the weatherproofing system, shall have a VOC content of not
more than 250 g/L when calculated according to 40 CFR 59, Subpart D (EPA Method
24).
4.
Sealants used inside the weatherproofing system shall comply with the testing and
product requirements of the California Department of Health Services' "Standard
Practice for the Testing of Volatile Organic Emissions from Various Sources Using
Small-Scale Environmental Chambers."
5.
Colors of Exposed Glazing Sealants: As selected by Architect from manufacturer's full
range.
B.
Glazing Sealant: Neutral-curing silicone glazing sealant complying with ASTM C 920, Type
S, Grade NS, Class 100/50, Use NT.
1.
Applications: _________.
C.
S, Grade NS, Class 50, Use NT.
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2.9
D.
S, Grade NS, Class 25, Use NT.
1.
E.
Glazing Sealant: Acid-curing silicone glazing sealant complying with ASTM C 920, Type S,
Grade NS, Class 25, Use NT.
1.
Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide one of the following :
a.
BASF Building Systems; OmniPlus.
b.
Bostik, Inc.; Chem-Calk 1200.
c.
Dow Corning Corporation; 999-A.
d.
GE Advanced Materials - Silicones; Contractors SCS1000 and Construction
SCS1200.
e.
May National Associates, Inc.; Sil 100 Series.
f.
Pecora Corporation; 860.
g.
Polymeric Systems, Inc.; PSI-601.
h.
Schnee-Morehead, Inc., an ITW company; SM5732 Polyglaze.
i.
Tremco Incorporated; Proglaze.
2.
F.
Glazing Sealants for Fire-Rated Glazing Products: Products that are approved by testing
agencies that listed and labeled fire-resistant glazing products with which they are used for
applications and fire-protection ratings indicated.
GLAZING TAPES
A.
Back-Bedding Mastic Glazing Tapes: Preformed, butyl-based, 100 percent solids elastomeric
tape; non-staining and non-migrating in contact with nonporous surfaces; with or without
spacer rod as recommended in writing by tape and glass manufacturers for application
indicated; and complying with ASTM C 1281 and AAMA 800 for products indicated below:
1.
AAMA 804.3 tape, where indicated.
2.
AAMA 806.3 tape, for glazing applications in which tape is subject to continuous
pressure.
3.
AAMA 807.3 tape, for glazing applications in which tape is not subject to continuous
pressure.
B.
Expanded Cellular Glazing Tapes: Closed-cell, PVC foam tapes; factory coated with
adhesive on both surfaces; and complying with AAMA 800 for the following types:
1.
AAMA 810.1, Type 1, for glazing applications in which tape acts as the primary
sealant.
2.
AAMA 810.1, Type 2, for glazing applications in which tape is used in combination with
a full bead of liquid sealant.
MISCELLANEOUS GLAZING MATERIALS

A.
General: Provide products of material, size, and shape complying with referenced glazing
standard, requirements of manufacturers of glass and other glazing materials for application
indicated, and with a proven record of compatibility with surfaces contacted in installation.
B.
Cleaners, Primers, and Sealers: Types recommended by sealant or gasket manufacturer.
C.
Setting Blocks: Elastomeric material with a Shore, Type A durometer hardness of 85, plus or
minus 5.
D.
Spacers: Elastomeric blocks or continuous extrusions of hardness required by glass

manufacturer to maintain glass lites in place for installation indicated.
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E.
Edge Blocks: Elastomeric material of hardness needed to limit glass lateral movement (side
walking).
F.
Cylindrical Glazing Sealant Backing: ASTM C 1330, Type O (open-cell material), of size and
density to control glazing sealant depth and otherwise produce optimum glazing sealant
performance.
G.
Perimeter Insulation for Fire-Resistive Glazing: Product that is approved by testing agency
that listed and labeled fire-resistant glazing product with which it is used for application and
fire-protection rating indicated.
2.10 FABRlCATlON OF GLAZING UNITS

A.
Fabricate glazing units in sizes required to fit openings indicated for Project, with edge and
face clearances, edge and surface conditions, and bite complying with written instructions of
product manufacturer and referenced glazing publications, to comply with system
performance requirements.
B.
Clean-cut or flat-grind vertical edges of butt-glazed monolithic lites to produce square edges
with slight chamfers at junctions of edges and faces.
C.
Grind smooth and polish exposed glass edges and corners.
2.11 MONOLITHIC GLASS UNITS

A.
Fabrication: Provide monolithic glass units in glass types and sizes required to fit openings
as scheduled and indicated on Drawings.
B.
Float Glass:
1.
Glass Types: As scheduled or indicated on Drawings.
2.
Glass Type: Clear float glass.
3.
Glass Type: Ultraclear Low Iron float glass as manufactured by AGC Glass
4.
Glass Type: Tinted float glass, by AGC Glass
5.
Heat Treatment: As scheduled or indicated on Drawings.
6.
7.
8.
2.12 LAMINATED GLASS UNITS

A.
Fabrication: Provide laminated glass units in glass types and sizes required to fit openings
as scheduled and indicated on Drawings.
B.
Laminated Glass:
1.
Glass Types: As scheduled or indicated on Drawings.
2.
3.
Glass Type: Ultraclear Low-Iron float glass as manufactured by AGC Glass.
4.
Glass Type: Tinted float glass.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Glass Thickness: As scheduled or indicated on Drawings.
10. Glass Thickness: Each lite, 3 mm (1/8 inch).
11.
Glass Thickness: Each lite, 4 mm (5/32 inch).
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14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
22.
23.
24.
C.

Interlayer Type: DuPont Sentry Glass.
Interlayer Type: Vanceva Colors.
Interlayer Type: Silent Glass Technology.
Interlayer Thickness: As scheduled or indicated on Drawings.
Interlayer Thickness: 0.010 inch.
Vacuum Deposition Sputtered Coatings:

1.
Coating on No. 3 Surfaces (Inboard Lites): None.
2.
Coating on No. 2 Surfaces: As scheduled or indicated on Drawings.
3.
Coating on No. 2 Surfaces: None.
2.13 INSULATING GLASS UNITS WITHOUT SOLAR CONTROL COATINGS

A.
Fabrication: Provide insulating glass units in glass types and sizes required to fit openings as
scheduled and indicated on Drawings.
B.
Insulating Glass Units: Without solar control coatings.

1.
Glass Type: As scheduled or indicated on Drawings.
2.
Glass Type: Ultraclear Low-Iron float glass as manufactured by AGC Glass.
2.14 SOLAR CONTROL INSULATING GLASS UNITS

A.
Fabrication: Provide solar control insulating glass units in glass types and sizes required to
fit openings as scheduled and indicated on Drawings.
B.
Solar Control Insulating Glass Units Assembly:

1.
Overall Unit Thickness: 25 mm (1 inch).
2.
Outboard Lites:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
Glass Thickness: 3 mm (1/8 inch).
g.
h.
i.
j.
k.
l.
3.
Interspace Content: As scheduled or indicated on Drawings.
4.
Interspace Content: Air.
5.
Interspace Content: Argon.
6.
Inboard Lites:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
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h.
i.
j.
k.
l.

2.15 TINTED SOLAR CONTROL INSULATING GLASS UNITS

A.
Fabrication: Provide tinted solar control insulating glass units in glass types and sizes
required to fit openings as scheduled and indicated on Drawings.
B.
Tinted Solar Control Insulating Glass Units Assembly:

1.
Overall Unit Thickness: 25 mm (1 inch).
2.
Outboard Lites: Tinted float glass.
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j.
k.
l.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Inboard Lites: Clear float glass.
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j.
k.
l.
2.16 SOLAR CONTROL INSULATING SPANDREL GLASS UNITS

A.
Fabrication: Provide solar control insulating spandrel glass units in glass types and sizes
B.
Solar Control Insulating Spandrel Glass Units Assembly:

1.
Glass Lite Thickness: Match adjacent vision glass unit.
2.
3.
Heat Treatment for Outboard Lites: As scheduled or indicated on Drawings.
4.
Heat Treatment for Outboard Lites: Kind HS, heat strengthened.
5.
Heat Treatment for Outboard Lites: Kind FT, fully tempered.
6.
7.
8.
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9.
10.
11.
C.
Heat Treatment for Inboard Lites: As scheduled or indicated on Drawings.

Heat Treatment for Inboard Lites: Kind HS, heat strengthened.
Heat Treatment for Inboard Lites: Kind FT, fully tempered.
Solar Control Insulating Glass Spandrel Units:

1.
Solar Control Coating on No. 2 Surfaces (Outboard Lites): Match adjacent vision glass
unit.
2.
Ceramic frit or silicone paint on No. 4 Surfaces (Inboard Lites):
a.
Coating Color as selected by Architect from manufacturer's standard colors.
b.
Coating Color: As scheduled and indicated on Drawings.
2.17 LAMINATED SOLAR CONTROL INSULATING GLASS UNITS

A.
Fabrication: Provide laminated solar control insulating glass units in glass types and sizes
B.
Laminated Solar Control Insulating Glass Units Assembly: With ____________coating as

manufactured by AGC Glass.
1.
Overall Unit Thickness: 34 mm (1-5/16 inch).
2.
3.
Glass Thickness, Each Ply: 6 mm (1/4 inch).
4.
Heat Treatment for Outboard Lites: As scheduled or indicated on Drawings.
5.
Heat Treatment for Outboard Lites: Annealed.
6.
Heat Treatment for Outboard Lites: Kind HS, heat strengthened.
7.
Heat Treatment for Outboard Lites: Kind FT, fully tempered.
8.
9.
10. Interspace Content: Argon.
11.
Heat Treatment for Inboard Lites: As scheduled or indicated on Drawings.
12. Heat Treatment for Inboard Lites: Annealed.
13. Heat Treatment for Inboard Lites: Kind HS, heat strengthened.
14. Heat Treatment for Inboard Lites: Kind FT, fully tempered.
15. Performance Attributes:
a.
Compliance: Windborne-debris-impact resistant unit.
b.
Outboard Lites: Float glass.
c.
Coating on No. 2 Surfaces: __________________________.
d.
Inboard Lites: Clear Laminated Float Glass, 2 Plies
e.
f.
Visible Light Transmittance: __ percent.
g.
Visible Light Reflectance Outdoors: __ percent.
h.
Direct Solar Energy Transmittance: __ percent.
i.
Direct Solar Energy Reflectance Outdoors: __ percent.
j.
Winter U-Value Nighttime: __.
k.
Summer U-Value Daytime: __.
l.
Shading Coefficient: __.
m.
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient: __
n.
Summer Relative Heat Gain: __.
o.
Light-to-Solar Gain Ratio: __.
2.18 FIRE-PROTECTION-RATED GLAZING

A.
Fire-Protection-Rated Glazing, General: Listed and labeled by a testing agency acceptable

to authorities having jurisdiction, for fire-protection ratings indicated, based on testing
according to NFPA 252 for door assemblies and NFPA 257 for window assemblies.
B.
Laminated Glass with Intumescent Interlayers: Laminated glass made from multiple plies of
uncoated, clear float glass; with intumescent interlayers; complying with testing requirements
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in 16 CFR 1201 for Category II materials.

1.
Provide AGC Glass, Pyrobel 45.
2.
3.
4.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1
3.2
3.3
EXAMINATION
A.
Examine areas to receive glass.

1.
Verify glazing openings are correct size and within tolerance.
2.
Verify glazing channels, recesses, and weeps are clean and free of obstructions.
B.
Field Quality Control:

1.
Coated glass, when viewed from minimum of 10 feet (3 m), exhibiting slightly different
hue or color not apparent in hand samples, will not be cause of rejection of glass
units, as determined by Architect.
2.
Verify glass is free of chips, cracks, and other inclusions that could inhibit structural or
aesthetic integrity.
PREPARATION
A.
Prepare openings and substrates using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for
achieving the best result for the substrate under the project conditions.
B.
Do not proceed with installation until openings and substrates have been prepared using the
methods recommended by the manufacturer and deviations from manufacturer's
recommended tolerances are corrected.
C.
If preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect in writing of deviations

from manufacturer's recommended installation tolerances and conditions.
INSTALLATION
A.
Install glass in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and approved submittals, except
where local codes or GANA Glazing Manual indicate more stringent requirements.
B.
One Hour Fire-Rated Glazing and Framing Systems Installation:

1.
Glazing panels shall be provided with arris cut at butt edges of glass.
2.
Space between glazing panels shall not exceed 5/32 inch (4 mm).
3.
100% pure silicone caulking shall be pressure glazed at butt joints and cured for a
minimum of 30 days before putting into operation.
4.
Glazing shall be glazed with 3/16 inch x 1-1/4 inches (1.6 mm x 32 mm) closed cell
foam glazing tape with neutral cure silicone around the perimeter of both sides of
glass (perimeter silicone shall not be pressure glazed).
5.
PEMKO 3000S45 intumescent tape shall be applied at the top stops in addition to
closed cell foam tape (apply PEMKO tape on top of close cell foam tape to form two
layers).
6.
Due to the complex nature of this wall system, glazing instructions shall be followed
explicitly in order to maintain the manufacturer's warranty and classified hourly rating.
C.
Two Hour Fire-Rated Glazing and Framing Systems Installation:

1.
Glazing panels shall be provided with arris cut at butt edge of glass
2.
Space between glazing panels shall not exceed 5/32 inch (4 mm).
3.
Install glazing with steel angles using #6, 1 inch (25 mm) long TEK screws, 2 inches
(51 mm) from each end and 12 inches (305 mm) OC.
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4.
5.
3.4
3.5
Glass shall be glazed with 1/8 inch x 1/2 inch (3 mm x 13 mm) closed cell foam
glazing tape with neutral cure silicone around the perimeter of both sides of glass
(perimeter silicone shall not be pressure glazed).
Butt jointed Glazing:
a.
Momentive Pensil 300 - silicone sealant shall be applied to fill the butt joint gap
between the glazing panes and finished flush.
b.
Superwool Paper X607 - Paper with self-adhesive tape on one face shall be
adhered along the full height of each glazing pane edge at the butt joints only,
set central to the glazing panes thickness. 4 mm x 3 mm thick (uncompressed).
c.
Kerafix FXL 200 - Intumescent with self-adhesive tape of one face. A strip shall
be adhered along the full height of each glazing pane edge at the butt joints
only, (set 19/32 (15 mm) from the exposed and unexposed face of the glass).
25/64 inch x 5/64 inch (10 mm x 2 mm thick).
CLEANING
A.
Clean glass promptly after installation in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
B.
Remove labels from glass surface.
C.
Do not use harsh cleaning materials or methods that would damage glass.
PROTECTION
A.
Protect installed glass from damage during construction.
B.
Protect installed glass from contact with contaminating substances resulting from
construction operations.
C.
Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion. Remove and
replace glass that is broken, chipped, cracked, abraded, or damaged in other ways during
construction period, including natural causes, accidents, and vandalism.
END OF SECTION
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SECTION 08 81 00

Glass types including the following:

Fire-Rated Glazing and Framing Systems.

Section 07 91 26 - Joint Fillers.

Section 08 41 00 - Entrances and Storefronts.

Section 08 51 69 - Metal Storm Windows.

Section 08 57 00 - Hurricane Resistant Windows*.

Section 08 84 13 - Decorative Plastic Glazing.

Section 08 84 13 - Decorative Plastic Glazing.

Section 08 88 56 - Ballistic Resistant Glazing.

Section 08 44 23 - Structural Sealant Glazed Curtain Wall.

American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA):

AAMA GDSG-1-1987: Glass Design for Sloped Glazing

ASTM International (ASTM):

Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC): 16CFR-1201 - Safety Standard for

Glazing Association of North America (GANA):

United States Green Building Council (USGBC): LEED Rating Systems.

Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements.

Delegated-Design Submittal: For glass indicated to comply with performance requirements

Fabricator's Certification: Submit fabricator's certification acceptable to manufacturer.

Manufacturer's Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years experience manufacturing solar control

Fabricator's Qualifications: Certified by AGC Glass Company to fabricate solar control

DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

Delivery: Deliver glass in manufacturer's or fabricator's original containers and packaging,

Storage: Store glass in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

Handling: Handle glass in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING

Maintain environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, and ventilation) within limits

Conference: Convene a pre-installation conference to establish procedures to maintain

Manufacturer's Special Warranty on Coated Glass:

Manufacturer's standard form in which coated-glass manufacturer agrees to replace

Manufacturer's Special Warranty on Insulating Glass:

Manufacturer's Special Warranty on Laminated Glass:

Substitutions: Not permitted.

Substitutions: Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of

Delegated Design: Design glass installed adjacent to walking surfaces, including

comprehensive engineering analysis by a qualified professional engineer, using performance

Thickness: Where glass thickness is indicated, it is a minimum. Provide glass lites in

Glass Fabrication - General:

Clear Float Glass:

Ultra Clear Low-Iron Float Glass:

Uncoated, Tinted Float Glass:

Heat Treatment for Float Glass:

Sputtered Coated Low-Emissivity Clear Vision Glass:

Sputtered Coated Low-Emissivity Tinted Vision Glass:

Pyrolytic Coated Low-Emissivity Clear Vision Glass:

Pyrolytic Coated Low-Emissivity Tinted Vision Glass:

Tint Color: Green.

Polished Wired Glass:

Patterned Wired Glass:

Silk-Screened Ceramic-Coated Vision Glass: Heat-treated float glass, ASTM C 1048

Reflective-Coated Vision Glass:

Provide AGC Glass - Stopsol Classic: Green. Coating Color: Classic.

Silicone-Coated Spandrel Glass:

Silicone Coating Color: Provide AGC Glass Bronze.

Reflective-Coated Spandrel Glass:

Reflective-Coated Acid Etched Translucent Glass:

Windborne-Debris-Impact-Resistant Laminated Glass: ASTM C 1172. Use materials that

manufacturer's written recommendations:

Soft Compression Gaskets: Extruded or molded, closed-cell, integral-skinned gaskets

MISCELLANEOUS GLAZING MATERIALS

Cleaners, Primers, and Sealers: Types recommended by sealant or gasket manufacturer.

Spacers: Elastomeric blocks or continuous extrusions of hardness required by glass