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SECTION 08 1100 

ALUMINUM DOORS
PART 1  GENERAL
1.01	SECTION INCLUDES
A.	Extruded aluminum doors with operating sash and glass/infill panels.
1.02	RELATED REQUIREMENTS
A.	Section 07 9005 - Joint Sealers: Perimeter sealant and back-up materials.
B.	Section 08 5113 - Aluminum Windows.
C.	Section 08 3200 - Sliding Glass Doors.
D.	Section 08 4413 - Glazed Aluminum Curtain Walls.
E.	Section 08 6300 - Metal-framed Skylights.
F.	Section 08 8000 - Glazing.
G.	Section 08 9000 - Painting and Coating.
1.03	REFERENCE STANDARDS

1.04	ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS
A.	System Supplier to provide Manufacturer with fabrication, assembly and installation training.
B.	System Supplier to perform inspections as needed.
1.05	SUBMITTALS
A.	See Section 01 3000 - Administrative Requirements, for submittal procedures.
B.	Product Data: Provide component dimensions.
C.	Shop Drawings: Indicate daylight opening dimensions and overall frame dimensions, window schedule and elevations.
D.	System Supplier's Product Data: Include complete Order and Fabrication Manual extracts, maintenance and cleaning instructions.
1.06	QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.	System Supplier, Manufacturer and Installer Qualifications: Company specializing in fabrication of commercial aluminum windows of types required, with not fewer than three years of experience.
1.07	DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A.	Comply with requirements of AAMA CW-10.
B.	Protect finished surfaces with wrapping paper or strippable coating during installation.  Do not use adhesive papers or sprayed coatings that bond to substrate when exposed to sunlight or weather.

1.08	FIELD CONDITIONS
A.	Do not install sealants when the ambient temperature is less than 40 degrees F (5 degrees C).
B.	Maintain this minimum temperature during and 24 hours after installation of sealants.
1.09	WARRANTY
A.	See Section 01 7800 - Closeout Submittals, for additional warranty requirements.
B.	Provide a two-year material product warranty from the System Supplier starting on the date of delivery.
C.	Correct defective Work within a [   ] year period after Date of Substantial Completion.
D.	Provide [   ] year Manufacturer warranty against failure of glass seal on insulating glass units, including interpane dusting or misting. Include provision for replacement of failed units.
E.	Provide [   ] year Manufacturer warranty against excessive degradation of exterior finish. Include provision for the replacement of units with excessive fading, chalking, or flaking.
F.	Provide a System Design Representation Statement from the System Supplier.

PART 2  PRODUCTS
2.01	ACCEPTABLE SYSTEM SUPPLIER PRODUCT
A.	Basis of Design: Schuco (www.skylinewindows.com); Product: AD UP 75 Inward Opening Door.
B.	Product Description: Thermally broken aluminum door into [facade, masonry, metal stud, ____ opening]. Outer frame and door leaf profiles have two rows of thermal breaks using polyamide isobars. Pour and debridge thermal breaks are not acceptable. 
2.02	DOORS
A.	Performance and System Requirements
1.	Aluminum framing to be mitered, factory assembled using corner cleats, t-cleats and chevrons to support, align and seal all profile joints. The outer frame has 2 corner cleats and the door leaf has 3 corner cleats. 
2.	Outer frame and vent depth: 2-15/16 inches (75 mm).
3.	The positive design wind load of the project is [   ] psf ([   ]) Pa).
4.	The negative design wind load of the project is [   ] psf ([   ]) Pa).
5.	Design and size doors to withstand the following load requirements, when tested in accordance with ASTM E 330, using test loads equal to 1.5 times the design wind load with 10 second duration of maximum load. No permanent deformation in excess of 0.2% of the clear span per AAMA 501.
6.	Member Deflection: Limit member deflection to L / 175 for spans less than or equal to 13 ft 6 inches (4115 mm). For spans greater than 13 ft 6 inches (4115 mm) member deflection is equal to L / 240 + 1/4 inch (6.35 mm).
7.	Deflection: Maximum allowable deflection for any member supporting a single lite of glass: 3/4 inch (19 mm). 
8.	A Condensation Resistance value of [   ] or better in accordance with NFRC 500. 
9.	U-value of glazed door assembly to be [   ] BTU/(h*sq ft*degrees F) ([   ] W/sq meters* degrees K)) or better, as determined from [AAMA 507; NFRC 100] thermal performance test report or simulation.
10.	Acoustical Performance: STC rating of [   ]; OITC rating of [   ].
11.	Life Cycle Requirements: No damage to fasteners, hardware parts or other components that would render operable doors inoperable and no reduction in air and water infiltration resistance when tested according to AAMA 910.
12.	Air and Vapor Seal: Maintain continuous air barrier and vapor retarder throughout assembly.
13.	System Internal Drainage: Drain to the exterior by means of a weep drainage network for any water entering joints, condensation occurring in glazing channel, or migrating moisture occurring with system.
14.	Glazing: [single; double; triple; insert panel], [clear; bronze tinted; gray tinted;    ], [reflective; low-e; transparent;    ].
15.  Maintain EPDM center gasket along jambs and head
 B.	Door Type Specific Performance, Hardware and Accessory Requirements:
1.	Single leaf inward opening door with 4.5 mm (3/16”) flat threshold
a.	Performance Class and Grade: Performance Class = [  ], Performance Grade = [  ] in accordance with AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440-22.
b.   Water Infiltration: No uncontrolled water ingress at a static pressure difference of [  ]  in accordance with ASTM E 331 or E 547.
c.	Air Infiltration and Exfiltration: Limit air infiltration through operable door assembly to   [  ] measured at a differential of 1.57 psf (75 Pa) in accordance with ASTM E 283.
d.	Proprietary System Supplier hardware and accessories to be used including: 
1)	Hinge type: Refer to sizing diagrams for maximum door leaf weight and number of hinges per door
(a)	Concealed hinge 
(1) Opening angle: 100 degrees
(2) Material: Aluminum/steel
(b)  Exposed 3-part barrel hinge 
			     (1) Opening angle: 90 degrees
(2) Color: [clear anodized silver; jet black painted; pure white painted; traffic white painted; stainless steel look; stainless steel].
			(c)  Surface mounted hinge [two-part hinge; three-part hinge]
			     (1) Opening angle: 90 degrees
(2) Color: [clear anodized silver; jet black painted; pure white painted;  
     traffic white painted; stainless steel look].
2)	Handles: 
(a)	Type: [Door pull; Door handle]
(b)	Color: Varies by handle per System Supplier's options.
		   3)   Locks: 
			(a)  Single point locking
			     (1) Latch and bolt lock
			     (2) Roller and latch lock
			     (3) Roller lock
			     (4) Bolt lock
			     (5) Latch lock
			     (6) Claw bolt lock
			(b)  Multi-point locking [3-point; 5-point] 
			     (1) Claw bolt lock
   		             (2) Claw bolt and pin lock
			     (3) Latch and bolt lock
			     (4) [no extension; extension]
3)	Accessories 
(a)	Doorstop
(b)	Profile cylinders
(3)  Door closers: [concealed; surface mounted]

2.	Single leaf inward opening door with 20 mm (3/4”) door threshold 
a.	Performance Class and Grade: Performance Class = [  ], Performance Grade = [  ] in accordance with AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440-22.
b.	Water Infiltration: No uncontrolled water ingress at a static pressure difference of [  ]  in accordance with ASTM E 331 or E 547.
c.	Air Infiltration and Exfiltration: Limit air infiltration through operable door assembly to   [  ] measured at a differential of 1.57 psf (75 Pa) in accordance with ASTM E 283.
d.	Proprietary System Supplier hardware and accessories to be used including: 
1)	Hinge type: Refer to sizing diagrams for maximum door leaf weight and number of hinges per door
(a)	Concealed hinge 
(1) Opening angle: 100 degrees
(2) Material: Aluminum/steel
(b)  Exposed 3-part barrel hinge 
			     (1) Opening angle: 90 degrees
(2) Color: [clear anodized silver; jet black painted; pure white painted; traffic white painted; stainless steel look; stainless steel].
			(c)  Surface mounted hinge [two-part hinge; three-part hinge]
			     (1) Opening angle: 90 degrees
(2) Color: [clear anodized silver; jet black painted; pure white painted;  
     traffic white painted; stainless steel look].
2)	Handles: 
(a)	Type: [Door pull; Door handle]
(b)	Color: Varies by handle per System Supplier's options.
		   3)   Locks: 
			(a)  Single point locking
			     (1) Latch and bolt lock
			     (2) Roller and latch lock
			     (3) Roller lock
			     (4) Bolt lock
			     (5) Latch lock
			     (6) Claw bolt lock
			(b)  Multi-point locking [3 point; 5 point] 
			     (1) Claw bolt lock
   		             (2) Claw bolt and pin lock
			     (3) Latch and bolt lock
			     (4) [no extension; extension]
3)	Accessories 
(a)	Doorstop
(b)	Profile cylinders
(3)  Door closers: [concealed; surface mounted]

3.	Single leaf inward opening door with flat threshold and automatic seal 
a.	Performance Class and Grade: Performance Class = [  ], Performance Grade = [  ] in accordance with AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440-22.
b.	Water Infiltration: No uncontrolled water ingress at a static pressure difference of [  ]  in accordance with ASTM E 331 or E 547.
c.	Air Infiltration and Exfiltration: Limit air infiltration through operable door assembly to   [  ] measured at a differential of 1.57 psf (75 Pa) in accordance with ASTM E 283.
d.	Proprietary System Supplier hardware and accessories to be used including: 
1)	Hinge type: Refer to sizing diagrams for maximum door leaf weight and number of hinges per door
(a)	Concealed hinge 
(1) Opening angle: 100 degrees
(2) Material: Aluminum/steel
(b)  Exposed 3-part barrel hinge 
			     (1) Opening angle: 90 degrees
(2) Color: [clear anodized silver; jet black painted; pure white painted; traffic white painted; stainless steel look; stainless steel].
			(c)  Surface mounted hinge [two-part hinge; three-part hinge]
			     (1) Opening angle: 90 degrees
(2) Color: [clear anodized silver; jet black painted; pure white painted;  
     traffic white painted; stainless steel look].
2)	Handles: 
(a)	Type: [Door pull; Door handle]
(b)	Color: Varies by handle per System Supplier's options.
		   3)   Locks: 
			(a)  Single point locking
			     (1) Latch and bolt lock
			     (2) Roller and latch lock
			     (3) Roller lock
			     (4) Bolt lock
			     (5) Latch lock
			     (6) Claw bolt lock
			(b)  Multi-point locking [3 point; 5 point] 
			     (1) Claw bolt lock
   		             (2) Claw bolt and pin lock
			     (3) Latch and bolt lock
			     (4) [no extension; extension]
3)	Accessories 
(a)	Doorstop
(b)	Profile cylinders
(3)  Door closers: [concealed; surface mounted]

2.03	MATERIALS
A.	Extruded Aluminum: ASTM B221 (ASTM B221M), 6063 alloy, T6 temper or EN 6060 alloy, T66 temper.
B.	Gaskets: EPDM.
C.	Glazing: As specified in Section 08 8000.
2.04	FABRICATION
A.	Fabricate components with the smallest possible clearances and shim spacing around perimeter of assembly. 
B.	Accurately fit, secure and seal joints and corners using corner keys and epoxy glue. 
C.	Prepare components to receive anchor devices.
2.05	FINISHES
A.	Class I Natural Finish or Anodized Plus Natural Anodized 2-step Finish:
1.	Class I Natural Anodized Finish:  AAMA 611 AA-M12C22A41 Clear anodic coating not less than 0.7 mils (0.018 mm) thick.
2.	Anodized Plus Natural Anodized Finish: AAMA 612 clear anodic coating with electrolytically deposited organic seal not less 0.7 mils (0.02 mm) thick; color as scheduled.
B.	Class II Natural Anodized Finish:  AAMA 611 AA-M12C22A31 Clear anodic coating not less than 0.4 mils (0.01 mm) thick.
C.	Class I Color Anodized Finish or Anodized Plus Color Anodized 2-step Finish:
1.	Class I Color Anodized Finish: AAMA 611 AA-M12C22A42 Integrally colored anodic coating not less than 0.7 mils (0.018 mm) thick; light bronze.
2.	Anodized Plus Color Anodized Finish: AAMA 612 electrolytically deposited colored anodic coating with electrolytically deposited organic seal not less 0.7 mils (0.02 mm); color as scheduled.
D.	Class I Color Anodized Finish: AAMA 611 AA-M12C22A44 Electrolytically deposited colored anodic coating not less than 0.7 mils (0.018 mm) thick; light bronze.
E.	Class II Color Anodized Finish:  AAMA 611 AA-M12C22A32 Integrally colored anodic coating not less than 0.4 mils (0.01 mm) thick; light bronze.
F.	Superior Performance Organic Coating System: AAMA 2605 multiple coats, thermally cured polyvinylidene fluoride system; color as scheduled.
G.	High Performance Organic Finish: AAMA 2604; multiple coats, thermally cured fluoropolymer system; color as scheduled.
H.	Pigmented Organic Coating System: AAMA 2603; polyester or acrylic baked enamel finish; color as scheduled.
I.	Operator and Exposed Hardware: Enameled to ________ color.
J.	Apply 1 coat of bituminous coating to concealed aluminum and steel surfaces in contact with dissimilar materials.
K.	Shop and Touch-Up Primer for Steel Components: SSPC-Paint 25, zinc oxide, alkyd, linseed oil primer.
L.	Touch-Up Primer for Galvanized Steel Surfaces: SSPC-Paint 20, zinc rich.
PART 3  EXECUTION
3.01	EXAMINATION
A.	Verify that wall openings and adjoining air and vapor seal materials are ready to receive aluminum windows.
3.02	INSTALLATION
A.	Install doors in accordance with System Supplier's instructions.
B.	Install door assembly in accordance with AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440.
C.	Attach door frame and shims to perimeter opening to accommodate construction tolerances and other irregularities.
D.	Align door plumb and level, free of warp or twist.  Maintain dimensional tolerance and alignment with adjacent work.
E.	Final adjust and fix sash position relative to frame after installation
F.	Coordinate attachment and seal of perimeter air barrier and vapor retarder materials.
G.	Install perimeter sealant in accordance with the requirements specified in Section 07 9005.
3.03	TOLERANCES
A.	Maximum Variation from Level or Plumb: 1/16 inches every 3 ft (1.5 mm/m) non-cumulative or 1/8 inches per 10 ft (3 mm/3 m), whichever is less.
3.04	FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A.	Provide the services of the manufacturer's field representative to observe installation and make report. 
B.	See Section 01 4000 - Quality Requirements, for general requirements for testing and inspection.
3.05	ADJUSTING
A.	Adjust hardware for smooth operation and secure weather-tight closure.
B.   Refer to System Supplier’s Installation Guide for further guidance.
3.06	CLEANING
A.	Remove protective material from factory finished aluminum surfaces.
B.	Wash surfaces by method recommended and acceptable to sealant and door manufacturer; rinse and wipe surfaces clean.
C.	Remove excess sealants by moderate use of mineral spirits or other solvent acceptable to sealant and door manufacturer.
END OF SECTION

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