2.1
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR WINDOWS
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NOTE: Edit to indicate materials and items
required. Consult AAMA 1503, "Voluntary Test Method
for Thermal Transmittance and Condensation
Resistance of Windows, Doors, and Glazed Wall
Sections" and select the minimum Condensation
Resistance Factory (CRF) required for the particular
project conditions.
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Windows shall conform to AAMA 101 or ASTM D 4099 and to requirements
specified herein. Provide windows of materials, types, grades, performance
classes, combinations and sizes indicated or specified. Each window shall
be a unit consisting of [subframe,] frame, sash, glass, hardware,
[mullions,] [fins,] [trim,] [casing,] [screen,] [weatherstripping,] anchors
and accessories complete. Design windows to accommodate glass, hardware,
[screens,] [weatherstripping,] and accessories to be furnished. Glass
shall be factory or field installed. Provide windows with a minimum CRF of
[_____] when tested in accordance with AAMA 1503.
2.2
MATERIALS
2.2.1
Windows
Provide PVC, reinforcing members, fasteners, hardware, weatherstripping,
and anchors conforming to AAMA 101 or ASTM D 4099 and as specified herein.
2.2.2
Glass and Glazing
As specified in Section 08800 GLAZING.
2.2.3
Calking and Sealing
As specified in Section 07920 JOINT SEALANTS.
2.2.4
Insect Screening
ASTM D 3656, Class 2, 18 by 14 mesh, color [charcoal] [grey] [_____].
2.2.5
Accessories
As standard with the manufacturer and as specified herein.
2.3
WINDOW TYPES
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NOTE: AAMA 101 includes a window designation
system, with a three part product nomenclature
representing Product Type, (window) Grade and
Performance Class (example DH-C20). The Product
Type is an abbreviation for window type (A for
awning, C for casement, DH for double hung, etc.).
The (window) Grade represents the product's intended
use (R for residential, C for commercial, and HC for
heavy commercial). The Performance Class represents
the design pressure to which the window is
constructed.
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