direct sunlight.
2.3
INSECT SCREENS
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NOTE: Screens are typically not required for
air-conditioned buildings or spaces. To prevent
entry of flying insects, screens are typically used
in medical facilities, food preparation areas,
dining areas, sleeping areas, and similar locations
when these facilities are not air-conditioned.
Screen locations, sizes, and mounting types, such as
outside or inside, should be indicated on drawings.
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Insect screens shall be aluminum window manufacturer's standard design, and
shall be provided where scheduled on drawings. Insect screens shall be
fabricated of [roll-formed] [extruded] tubular-shaped [aluminum frames
conforming to SMA 1004 and (18 x 16) [aluminum mesh screening conforming
with ISWA IWS 089, Type III] [vinyl coated glass screening conforming to
ASTM D 3656]]. [[Roll-formed tubular shaped] [_____] stainless steel
frames conforming to SMA 1004 and (18 x 16) bronze mesh screening
conforming with ISWA IWS 089, Type I.]
2.4
ACCESSORIES
2.4.1
Fasteners
Fastening devices shall be window manufacturer's standard design made from
aluminum, [non-magnetic] [magnetic] stainless steel, cadmium-plated steel,
nickel/chrome-plated steel in compliance with AAMA 101. Self-tapping sheet
metal screws will not be acceptable for material thicker than 2 mm 1/16 inch.
2.4.2
Hardware
Hardware shall be as specified for each window type and shall be fabricated
of aluminum, stainless steel, cadmium-plated steel, zinc-plated steel or
nickel/chrome-plated steel in accordance with requirements established by
AAMA 101.
2.4.3
Window Anchors
Anchoring devices for installing windows shall be made of aluminum,
cadmium-plated steel, stainless steel, or zinc-plated steel conforming to
AAMA 101.
2.4.4
Window Cleaner Anchors
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NOTE: The designer should determine when window
cleaning anchors are required. If outside face of
glass is to be cleaned from the inside, delete this
paragraph.
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Window cleaner anchors shall be manufactured of stainless-steel conforming
to ASTM A 276. Window frames shall be reinforced to receive window cleaner
anchors. Locations of window cleaner anchors shall be as shown.
SECTION 08520A
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