1.6
QUALIFICATION OF WELDERS
Welding shall be performed by certified welders qualified in accordance
with AWS D1.1/D1.1M using procedures, materials, and equipment of the type
required for the work.
1.7
DELIVERY AND STORAGE
Inspect materials delivered to the site for damage; unload and store with a
minimum of handling in accordance with recommendations contained in AAMA
CW-10. Storage spaces shall be dry locations with adequate ventilation,
free from heavy dust, not subject to combustion products or sources of
water, and shall permit easy access for inspection and handling. Deliver
calking and sealing compounds to the job site in sealed containers labeled
to show the designated name, formula or specifications number; lot number;
color; date of manufacturer; shelf life; and curing time when applicable.
1.7.1
Protective Covering
Prior to shipment from the factory, place knocked-down lineal members in
cardboard containers and cover finished surfaces of [aluminum] [stainless
steel] with protective covering of adhesive paper, waterproof tape, or
strippable plastic. Covering shall not chip, peel, or flake due to
temperature or weather, shall protect against discoloration and surface
damage from transportation, and storage, and shall be resistant to alkaline
mortar and plaster. Do not cover [aluminum] [stainless steel] surfaces
that will be in contact with sealants after installation.
1.7.2
Identification
Prior to delivery, mark wall components to correspond with shop and
erection drawings placement location and erection.
1.8
WARRANTY
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NOTE: The warranty clause in this guide
specification has been approved by NAVFACENGCOMHQ in
accordance with the requirements of NAVFAC P-68.
The paragraph in this guide specification may be
used without any other HQ approval or request for
waiver.
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Insulating glass units shall be guaranteed not to develop material
obstruction of vision as a result of dust or film formation on the inner
glass surface caused by failure of the seal, other than through glass
breakage, within a period of 5 years from date of acceptance of work by the
Government. Units failing to comply with the terms of this guarantee shall
be replaced with new units without additional cost to the Government. The
Contractor shall require the manufacturer to execute their warranties in
writing directly to the Government.
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