2.6.3
High-Performance Coating
Exposed surfaces of aluminum windows shall be finished with a two-coat
fluoropolymer coating system containing at least 70 percent by weight
polyvinylidene fluoride, PVF2 resin, factory-applied, oven-baked,
conforming to AAMA 2604, with a primer coat of 0.005 to 0.008 mm 0.20 to
0.30 mils and a color coat of minimum 0.025 mm 1.0 mil, total dry film
thickness of 0.030 to 0.033 mm 1.20 to 1.3 mils. Finish shall be free of
scratches and other blemishes.
2.6.4
Color
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NOTE: Editing of color reference sentence(s) shall
be coordinated with the Government. Generally the
09915 COLOR SCHEDULE or drawing is used when the
project is designed by an Architect or Interior
designer. Color shall be selected from
manufacturers standard colors or identified as a
manufacturers color in this specification only when
the project is very simple and has minimal finishes.
When the Government directs that color be located in
the drawings a note shall be added that states:
"Where color is shown as being specific to one
manufacturer, an equivalent color by another
manufacturer may be submitted for approval.
Manufacturers and materials specified are not
intended to limit the selection of equal colors from
other manufacturers. The word "color" as used
herein includes surface color and pattern."
Prior to specifying a custom color finish, research
to determine if additional cost and lead time is
feasible. Note there is often a minimum order
requirement; this requirement will also affect
future orders.
When a manufacturer's name, stock number, pattern,
and color is used, be certain that the product
conforms to this specification, as edited.
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Color shall be [in accordance with Section 09915 COLOR SCHEDULE] [as
indicated on the drawings] [selected from manufacturers standard colors].
[[_____] Color listed is not intended to limit the selection of equal
colors from other manufacturers].
PART 3
EXECUTION
3.1
INSTALLATION
Aluminum windows shall be installed in accordance with approved shop
drawings and manufacturer's published instructions. Aluminum surfaces in
contact with masonry, concrete, wood and dissimilar metals other than
stainless steel, zinc, cadmium or small areas of white bronze, shall be
protected from direct contact using protective materials recommended by
SECTION 08520A
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