covering lapping distances, and joint sealing
methods, all of which have a direct bearing on the
water tightness of the installation. Grounding for
metal building systems is required, in accordance
with Section 13100N or 13100A LIGHTNING PROTECTION
SYSTEM. In order to avoid placing undue
restrictions on acceptable buildings, this guide
specification includes only certain minimum
requirements for these features and the requirement
that the completed building be guaranteed.
This guide specification includes the requirements
for the most commonly used materials and components;
it is not possible to indicate all possible
combinations and selections which may be utilized in
adapting this guide specification to a particular
project. Therefore, careful editing is necessary to
assure that the project is properly and adequately
specified.
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PART 1
GENERAL
1.1
REFERENCES
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NOTE: Issue (date) of references included in
project specifications need not be more current than
provided by the latest guide specification. Use of
SpecsIntact automated reference checking is
recommended for projects based on older guide
specifications.
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The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the
extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by the
basic designation only.
ALUMINUM ASSOCIATION (AA)
AA 30
(1986) Aluminum Structures, Construction
Manual Series Section 1
AA 45
(2003) Designation System for Aluminum
AMERICAN ARCHITECTURAL MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (AAMA)
AAMA 101
(2002) Voluntary Specifications for
Aluminum, Vinyl (PVC) and Wood Windows and
Glass Doors
AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF STEEL CONSTRUCTION (AISC)
AISC FCD
(1995a)
AISC Quality Certification Program
AISC Pub No. S303
(2000) Code of Standard Practice for Steel
Buildings and Bridges
SECTION 13120
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