SECTION 17 – METAL WORKS (CONT’D)

To be read in conjunction with the Qatar Construction Specification Section No. 17, Preliminaries and
General Conditions.

PART 2 – MATERIAL TYPES AND FINISHES

2.5.1 Powder Coating PVDF.

a. Preliminary Information/Requirements

Design Criteria : As per the Qatar Construction Specifications

a.1 General

a.1.1 Relevant European Standards

Conform to the recommendations of the following British, German, French

Standards where applicable.

- B.S. 4873 : 19-12 Aluminium alloy windows

- B.S. 1474: 1972 Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloys for

general engineering purposes

- B.S. 6510: 1984 Specification for steel windows, sills, window

board and doors

- B.S. 1245: 1975 Metal door frames (steel)

- DIN 1748 or 17615 Standards for tolerances of aluminium extrusion

- B.S. 3987: 1974 Anodic oxide coatings on wrought aluminium

- DIN 17611 for external architectural applications.

- B.S. 6375-1 Pt 1:1989 Performance of windows

AFNOR NFP 20 501

- ANFOR NFP 20 302 Criteria for testing windows and doors

- B.S. 6496 Powder organic coatings for application and

storing aluminium (65-80 microns).

- B.S. 6399 Part.2 : 1997 Loading for buildings. For wind loadings/
or basic data for design of buildings chapter V

- B.S. CP3 : CHAPTER V loadings.

: PART 2: 1977

a.1 General (CONT’D)

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a.1.2 Literature Shop Drawings and Samples

Submit comprehensive technical literature giving, details of the proposed doors

and windows for the prior approval of the Architect and Consultant. Where
requested by the Architect and Consultant submit test certificate verifying the
performance rating of the proposed system.

Submit shop drawings of the proposed doors and windows including installation
details for the architect and Consultant’s approval.

Where requested by the Architect and Consultant submit full size sample (s) of
proposed windows and/or doors for the Architect and Consultant’s approval.
Sample (s) shall be complete with glazing, weather seals, hardware, etc.

a.1.3 Storage and Handling

All items described under this Section shall be handled, delivered or stored in a
manner that will avoid damage corrosion or deformation. Items shall be stored
off-ground and shall be entirely covered with weatherproof coverings in storage
area.

Items which become rusted or damaged because of non-compliance with these

conditions will be subject to rejection, and such items shall be replaced without
additional cost to the Employer.

All visible anodised/coated surfaces shall be protected by suitable low tack tape or
lacquer before delivery to site.

a.2 Material

a.2.1 Aluminium Alloy

Thermal breaked extruded tempered sections complying with B.S. 1474:1972 of

minimum thickness 16 swg, dimensions and shapes in accordance with DIN 1748
or DIN 17615, anodizing in accordance with DIN 17611, powder coated to B.S.
6496 (PVDF) finish colour to match and approved by engineer. As shown on the
drawing.

a.2.2 Glazing and related materials

Refer to glazing section 25- L 40

a.2.3 Ironmongery (hardware)

Submit details and a samples of all related hardware items (hinges, catches, etc)
for the approval of the Engineer. All accessories and fittings to be part of the
system

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Material (CONT’D)

a.2.4 Aluminium Windows, Doors and Curtain Walls

Aluminium windows, doors and curtain walls shall comply with the requirements
of B.S. 4873: 1986. The minimum equating to a wind pressure of 1600 Pa as
defined in B.S. 6375, or AFNOR NFP 20 501, NFP 20 302. The exposure
3, E3, V2 where ever possible

- Air tightness (A3) Air infiltration should be less than or equal

to 7 m3/h/m2 under a wind pressure from 100 Pa
to 500 Pa, equivalent to 110 km/h.

- Water tightness No penetration of water when subjected to water

spray under a wind pressure greater than 300 Pa
and less than 500 Pa, equivalent to 110 km/h.

- Wind loading (V2)
Deflection due to wind load is less than 1/200 of
length or height of frame under a continuous
wind pressure of 1000 Pa (150 km/h) and a gust
of 1700
Pa (190 km/h).

Notwithstanding other clauses herein all aluminium framed windows and doors
are to be of high quality system.

Insect screens shall either be standard System screens for sliding door and window
frames and be concealed from the outside, or roll-up fly screens.

All hardware used for the assembly of the frames during (aluminium joining
angles and cleats, stainless steel screws for assembly, and EPDM marine quality
gaskets). All fixed and opening panels must be properly drained according to
system supplier recommendations, drainage holes to be covered by suitable
drainage hole covers and valves. Any system that does not have proper facility for
drainage will not be accepted.

All frames shall be of rigid and robust frame assembly with welded or mechanical
comers preventing torsion opening the corners when fitted in the building. Profile
selection must be made in accordance with system supplier recommendation to
take into account the required strength of the profiles (intertia) and in compliance
with B.S. 6399 PART 2 : 1997 or B.S. CP3 : Chapter V : Part 2: 1972. All corners
and junctions shall be airtight and sealed with a suitable durable mastic. No cut
end shall be exposed without suitable durable protection.

All aluminium shall be insulated from and not in direct contact with concrete or
mortar render. Only proper stainless steel screws and fittings shall be used that do
not conflict with the parent metal that can cause inter metallic corrosion.

All windows shall meet the requirements of testing as defined in Appendix A of

B.S. 4873.

All units shall be complete with all necessary insets, sealing strips, gaskets, skids,
weather strips, glazing beads and all necessary ironmongery.

All opening sashes shall have all necessary stays and fasteners, etc.

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a.2 Material (CONT’D)

Doors shall be fitted with suitable heavy duty hinges, locks, latches, pull handles,
push plates and floor springs where specified.

Aluminium units shall be designed to resist penetration of external moisture to the

inside of the building. Fixing of frames for all units to the building shall be such
to ensure solid, void free, waterproof joints. The joints shall be caulked with a
building mastic which does not sag or run (sealing mastic, or silicone must be
compatible between the different surfaces that it is intended to seal) a minimum of
5mm and a maximum of 10mm to be the area between the frame and the
surrounding surface to ensure proper adhesion of the sealing material, and which
is non-hardening, non-staining and can be painted and neat finish

a.3 Workmanship

a.3.1 Fabrication and Delivery of Aluminium Elements

Fabrication of aluminium doors and windows, shall as far as is practicable be
carried out at the manufacturer’s workshop and be delivered to site only when
complete and ready for installation.

All joints to be neatly and tightly cut and executed.

All visible powder coated surfaces to be protected using low tack tape of lacquer
before delivery to site.

Any item delivered to site which shows any defect or deformation will be rejected.

a.3.2 Installation of Aluminium

Paint the backs of all exposed non coated aluminium frames and any other
aluminium surface in contact with different material with two coats of Hempinol
1022 before installation to prevent electrolytic action.

Ensure that adequate drainage holes if required are complete and neatly finished
before installation. Install the windows in accordance with the approved shop
drawings. Anchorage’s to be arranged to allow for adjustement with proper
allowance for normal building movement.

Install screw fixings carefully to avoid scratching or gouging finished aluminium

surface.

Bottom sill detail should not allow any water to collect or stay. The sill must be
sloped a minimum of 10o. Proper flashing section to be used whenever possible
specially if sill does not allow for a slope.

a.3.3 Protection

Adequately protect finished surfaces against damage from subsequent building

operations such as plastering, etc. Carefully cover with masking tape or other
approved means.

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Workmanship (CONT'D)

a.3.4 Completion

Before project hand over remove all protective tape and clean exposed surfaces of
extraneous marks to the satisfaction of the ARCHITECT AND CONSULTANT.
All tracks and drainage holes must be cleaned from any dirt or material
accumulation that might cause blockage of the drains.

Ease and adjust as necessary all opening lights and leave in perfect working order.

a.3.5 Guarantee

The Contractor should submit a guarantee for the complete system along with a
back to back guarantee from the manufacturer and erector.

b. Outline Programme
See Preliminaries

c.1 Submission Of Samples

c.1.1 Contractor to submit samples of mitred joint construction for window assemblies.

c.1.2 Contractor to submit a typical sample curtain wall complete with glazing.

c.1.3 The Contractor shall supply to the Engineer three sample lengths of a typical
extrusion each 600mm long, together with three sample powder coated panels
(each 600mm x 600mm) these are to indicate the upper and lower colour limits
which will be permitted on the whole production.

c.1.4 Sample of double glazing unit.

c.1.5 The Contractor will be required, prior to production, to submit to the Engineer a
sample range of 10 to 20 items of nuts and bolts, hinges, brackets, etc.

c.2 Drawings

c.2.1 The Contractor will be required to obtain all information necessary for the
preparation of drawings and shall submit to the Engineer copies of all work
hereinafter specified including any necessary drawings showing fxing details and
all builders work in this connection. These drawings will be checked and accepted
for general arrangement only and their accuracy or the suitability for its purpose
for anything shown therein will remain the responsibility of the Contractor.

c.2.2 They should not be interpreted as constituting instructions. The appearance

remains open to alteration in response to the consideration of the practicability.
The provision of this information does not relieve the Contractor from
responsibility in terms of shop drawings and defective work.

c.2.3 The Contractor is invited to inspect at the Engineer’s offices, by prior appointment,
further detail drawings relating to the overall works.

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c.2 Drawings (CONT’D)

c.2.4 The Contractor shall submit sufficient details to permit the suitability of the work
that is the subject of this specification to be properly considered by the Engineer.
In no way shall these proposals fail to meet the minimum requirements herein
specified, fail to meet the waterproof and airtight integrity of the building or fail
to incorporate the necessary requirements for thermal and loading movements of
the structure and all components. The Contractor must also clearly indicate that
his proposals for the complete window and curtain-wall assemblies comply with
normal acoustic Performance criteria.

c.2.5 Drawings submitted by the Contractor shall show all plans, elevations, sections
and full-size details of fabrication, assembly, installation and fixing anchorages.
Full-size details shall fully specify and describe the aluminium, steel and glass
thickness, construction and finishes, areas to be sealed and types and application of
sealants and backings, gaskets, seals, flashings, weatherstrips, thermal insulating
materails, provision for thermal and other movements, together with fabrication
and erection tolerances. Alternatively, where appropriate, some of this information
may be submitted in the form of detailed technical specification.

c.2.6 The Contractor shall prepare working and/or shop drawings and submit 10 copies
of each to the Engineer for comment prior to manufacture or execution of the work
that is the subject of this specification. All surfaces which are to be finished for
corrosion protection and/or decoration shall be indicated on these drawings : these
are “significant surfaces” as defined in BS 5411: Part 1:1980 and shall be agreed
with the Engineer. The Engineer inspection of working and/or shop drawings
shall be on the basis of “No Further Comment” only and shall not relieve the
Contractor of his responsibilities.

c.2.7 It is the responsibility of the Contractor to verify on site and coordinate all
dimensions and modules related to the work. Shop drawings shall include a
complete layout of modular and referenced dimensions for all aluminium cladding,
windows, entrance screens, and louvres. The drawings are to be numbered and
annotated for each separate area of the building.

c.2.8 Final comments on the shop drawings shall be contingent upon the complete
submission of all calculations, documentation, certifications, approvals and
samples.

c.2.9 The Contractor shall permit at all times the Engineer or his representatives free
access to the Contractor’s works. Facilities shall be made available for the
inspection of any unit or method of manufacture or quality control of the process.

c.2.10 Samples of fittings, material, sub-assembles and completed assembles must be

commented upon the Engineer at appropriate and agreed stages, before final
production is commenced.

c.3 Tolerances

c.3.1 Details of the deflections, creep, thermal, moisture and other structural movements
that could take place in.

c.3.2 The building structure and at what time or over what period these are likely to
occur have been provided by the Structural Engineer. These deflections and
movements shall be allowed for by the Contractor and shown on his working
and/or shop drawings. Also rate of earth quake and wind conditions.

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c.3 Tolerances (CONT’D)

c.3.3 The curtain walling shall be erected to true and accurate lines and flat planes.
Deviations from a true line or flat plane shall not exceed 3mm in any storey height
or 5 metre distance horizontally or a combination thereof, with a maximum rate of
change of 1 in 1000 when measured from an optical or laser reference line.

c.3.4 The Contractor shall allow suitable margins for construction tolerances in his
design. These tolerances shall be shown on the Contractor’s working and/or shop
drawings.

c.3.5 The components and assemblies shall be designed and constructed so that when
installed there will be sufficient tolerance to provide for the deflections and other
movements during the life of the building without buckling, distortion of joints,
damage to sealants, or other adverse effects. Tolerances must also be sufficient to
permit the proper application of sealant in all cases. In this respect the Contractor
should refer to the statement of superstructure tolerances provided by the
Structural Engineer.

d.1 Design Requirements

d.1.1 This Specification is of the performance type and includes the minimum
requirements of the curtain wall and glass assemblies without limiting the
Contractor to the method of achieving such performance.

d.1.2 The Contractor shall design the installation to meet or exceed the requirements of
the Specification of British Standard BS 6399 Pt.2:1995. In addition, where full
height curtain wall are provided they should be designed to comply with Clause 9
of BS 6399 Part 1 : 1984. Ref. Clause 1.1.1 p.63.

d.1.3 The Contractor shall design the installation so that it is capable of withstanding
the loads imposed on it during the construction period.

d.1.4 The curtain-walling and glazing at all levels and in every location in plan shall be
designed to withstand wind load of 1.2 kN/m2 from 0m-10m height and 2.2.
kN/m2 from 10m-30m height and above. The design of all fixings to the structure
must be designed accordingly.

d.1.5 Wind loads may not act uniformly across the building face. The design of the
curtain walling and glazing shall allow for any interaction at the unit joints as a
result of unequal wind pressures imposed on individual or adjacent elements.

d.2 British Standards Or Other Equal International Standards

Ref. Clause 1.1.1.

d.2.1 The curtain wall is to comply with current British Standards in respect of
materials, work, sizes, manufacturing tolerances, glazing, security, safety,
performance and all other requirements unless otherwise stipulated in this
specification. The extrusions and sheet aluminium shall be of adequate strength
not only to meet the structural performance but also to eliminate any risk of
distortion in the finished surfaces.

d.3 Preparation Of Structural Openings

d.3.1 It is the responsibility of the Main Contractor to treat all hidden concrete, mortar
or steel surfaces with two coats of bitumen if likely to come into contact with
aluminium.

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d.3 Preparation Of Structural Openings (CONT’D)

d.3.2 The Contractor’s work is to be manufactured to fit opening sizes detailed on the
Engineer’s drawings. Reasonable and proper tolerances for building in are to be
specified by the Contractor and to be to the satisfaction of the Engineer.

d.4 Compatibility

Materials are to be provided which are compatible when in contact. Where steel and
aluminium are used in conjunction, they are to be separated by electrically inert spacers.
The Contractor must pay particular attention to the recommendation of British Standard PD
6484 :1979.

d.5 Fixings

d.5.1 Fixing requirements are to be estabished in advance and incorporated in the

Contractor’s drawings to be agreed with the Engineer and Structural Engineers
and subsequently strictly adhered to in the shop and manufacturing drawings. All
fixings are to be provided by the Contractor and are to be stainless steel with
compatible screw fixings to meet all the requirements of the Building Authorities.

d.5.2 All fixings must conform to all statutory requirements both as to strength and type.
They shall be stainless steel to prevent corrosion. Contact between dissimilar
materials shall be avoided or detailed to prevent galvanic corrosion.

d.5.3 All fixings must be attached to the secondary structural elements indicated on
drawings which should transfer the loads to the structural elements of the building.

d.5.4 Completely concealed fixing methods shall be adopted as principle throughout the
works compatible with replacement of wall cladding. If in isolated cases, face
fixings are unavoidable, particular care shall be taken to locate these in
unobtrusive positions, where heads of screws, bolts, etc, shall be countersunk and
finished to match the adjoining exposed aluminium surfaces. Samples of such
surface fixings to be presented for the Engineer’s approval at shop drawing stage.
The Contractor will be responsible for all locating, drilling and fixing.

d.5.5 The Contractor will be responsible for supplying and fixing all necessary devices,
bolts, nuts, washers, packing pieces, lugs, etc.

d.5.6 Any sheet steel, cleats, angles, etc used for the fixing bracketing shall comply with
BS 4360; DIN 1050; DIN 4100; DIN 4114; and rolled sections shall be used
wherever practicable or appropriate. Sections used shall be hot-dip galvanised and
shall be to the requirements of BS 729; 1971; DIN 17 360 (3) after all cutting,
welding, drilling has been completed.

d.5.7 The cutting or drilling of galvanised members is to be avoided. Steel members to

be fixed internally in concealed positions, delivered primed, shall be patch-primed
as necessary after installation, with similar primer.

d.5.8 The Contractor must allow for carrying out all drilling, plugging, ragbolting,
building-in, etc to permit the fixing of the whole installation.

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d.5 Fixings (CONT’D)

d.5.9 The Contractor shall supply to the Engineer as early as possible, details of any
fixings that he intends to use which require fixings to be incorporated into the
structural frame. Detailed location drawings shall be provided for this purpose.

d.5.10 The Contractor must allow in his fixing design tolerance for moving fixing
positions if necessary.

d.6 Construction And Fabrication

d.6.1 Construction of all metalwork, corners, joints, adhesion and fastening, shall be
sufficiently strong, rigid and watertight to withstand all demands made on the
assemblies including thermal movements and other loadings herein specified.

d.6.2 The Contractor shall fabricate all assemblies in accordance with the final working
drawings and in full conformity with the standards specified and in accordance
with the Contract Documents.

d.6.3 The Contractor shall submit to the Engineer a Schedule of all fabrication
tolerances for components of the installation to include size tolerances for glass
constructions and neoprene weather seals and EPDM gaskets.

d.6.4 Workmanship for all constructions and component assemblies shall be to the
highest standards in every respect. Work to be true to detail with sharp, clean
continuous profiles, straight and free from defects, dents, marks, indentations,
waves or flaws of any nature impairing strength or appearance, fitted with proper
joints and intersections and with specified finishes.

d.6.5 All frame members, internal beads and thresholds shall be continuous and without
joints along their length, other than expansion requirements where necessary. At
corner positions where frame members and/or internal beads meet on the same
place, mitring is to be used. All fixings shall be concealed.

d.6.6 Movement joints shall be designed and constructed to be permanently watertight

and airtight under all conditions.

d.6.7 All fasterners are to be concealed with no exposed screw or bolt heads or nuts,
unless specifically called to the attention of the Engineer and then approved by
him.

d.7 Joints In Metal Work

d.7.1 Exposed joints shall be carefully matched to produce continuity of surface, design
and finish. All joints shall be accurately fitted, rigidly secured with hairline
contacts (except as required for thermal movement). A sample of typical mitred
construction joints must be submitted for approval.

d.7.2 All joints shall be watertight – exposed sealants to joints will not be permitted.

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d.8 Welding

d.8.1 Welding on aluminium shall be done by inert gas shield arc or fluxless techniques.

d.8.2 Type, size and spacing of weld shall be shown on approved working drawings and
are to conform to designated and approved type.

d.8.3 Welding shall not be used in exposed constructions of the assemblies that could
cause distortion, dimpling of discolouration of finishes.

d.8.4 The Contractor shall alow for the testing of all welds by an independent Welding
Inspector and allow for all costs of this requirement.

e. Material And Finishes – General Description

e.1 All materails shall be in the best of their respective kinds as described in the Contract
and herein specified.

e.1.1 All extrusions and castings are to be made from aluminium alloy suitable for the
finishing processes used.

e.2 Aluminium Components

e.2.1 All alloys to be similarly finished in PVF 2 coatings to a minimum of 25 microns

shall be obtained from an approved source and shall comply with the requirements
of the relevant British Standard Specification.

e.2.2 All extrusions shall be of adequate thickness and strength, not only to meet the
structural requirements, but also to eliminate any risk of distortion in the finished
surfaces. The thickness of extrusions shall be sufficient to ensure their complete
rigidity in the lengths required in the final installation.

e.2.3 Joint plates used in assemblies should be designed to support sealants and allow for
thermal movements.

e.3 Double Glazed Units

e.3.1 Glass generally shall conform to L.40 and to the requirements of BS 952: Part 1:
1978 and BS 952 : Part 2:1980. Where specified or where necessary to comply
with statutory requirements, the Contractor shall allow for the use of toughened
glass.

e.3.2 The Contractor shall arrange for thermal safety calculations to be prepared and
issued by the glass manfacturer to the Engineer and shall include for any
toughened, or other special glass which may be required as a result.

e.3.3 The Contractor shall arrange for all toughened glass to be heat soak tested to avoid
any fractures due to nickel sulphide stone inclusions. The results of these tests
shall be submitted to the Engineer prior to the installation of such glass on site.

e.3.4 Hermetically sealed double glazing units all as L 40 p.87 manufactured in

accordance with the requirements of BS 5713:1979 or other double glazing units
agreed with the Engineer shall be used throughout.

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e.3 Double Glazed Units (CONT’D)

e.3.5 The Contractor shall ensure that the double glazing units for this project are fit for
their purpose and in particular will not only meet the wind loading requirements
but also conform to current Safety Regulations. If required by the Engineer,
calculations or other documents in support of these performance requirements will
be supplied by the Contractor to the Client.

e.3.6 The edge seal to the double glazing units shall comprise a desiccant filled hollow
metal spacer with a continuous primary seal and a secondary seal: the two seals
should be of different shades so that their extent of applicaton may be checked on
site. In deciding whether as particular edge sealing system will be suitable for use
in this particular project, the Contractor shall pay particular attention to:

(a) long term performance

(b) ability to prevent the ingress of water and air into the sealed air space
(c) adequacy of the structural bond between the two glass panes of the double
glazing unit
(d) ability to accommodate dimensional changes in the glass panes, spacer, etc
(e) compatibility with the glazing system
(f) performance in the presence of moisture and sunlight
(g) adequacy and continuity of the edge seal at the corners of the unit; and
(h) whether the actual profiles, dimensions, lengths and locations of all double
glazing unit sealants will be such as to meet the performance requirements
and be applied in accordance with the recommendations of their respective
manufacturers.

e.4 Glazing

e.4.1 Glazing generaly to comprise factory sealed double glazed units to comply with
any statutory requirements. Glass thickness and glazing details are to be entirely
in accordance with the recommendation of and to the approval of glass
manufacturer as specified.

e.4.2 Glazing shall be generally in accordance with the requirements of BS 6262:1982

except that the glazing system must incorporate drainage and ventilation: the use
of a fully bedded glazing system is not acceptable.

e.4.3 The glazing system must incorporate any necessary drainage and ventilation,
suitably shrouded, and meet the air infiltration limit requirements.

e.4.4 The Contractor shall ensure that the glazing system adopted can meet the wind
loading gust tests and the air and water infiltration test described elsewhere in this
Specification without any adverse effect on either the glazing system or the double
glazing units themselves. The glazing must be fully described by the Contractor at
the time of tender and shall satisfy the requirements described in these
Specifications in every respect.

e.4.5 All glass to be free from scratches or other defects. Labels must be removed
carefully before glazing and no other labels or signs will be permitted.

e.4.6 All glass sizes to be checked by the Contractor for suitability regarding thickness
and performance requirements.

e.4 Glazing (CONT’D)

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e.4.7 The glazing operation must comply strictly with all the latest Codes of Practice for
glazing, including BS 6262:1982 with the correct positioning and location of
setting and distance pieces as indicated therein. These must be regarded as a
minimum specification and the sealant manufacturer’s recommendations must be
carefully considered and rigidly adhered to.

e.8 Site Works, Pointing And Bedding Materials

e.8.1 Silicone or other equal and approved pointing and fixing material shall be
submitted to and approved as to colour by the Engineer at the initial design
meeting. The colour shall be compatible with or darker than the approved metal
samples. Particular care is to be exercised in the detailing and the site work to
ensure flat pointing and clean edges to surrounding structures. A sample of
workmanship is to be submitted for approval at the time of construction of the
mock-up windows.

e.8.2 All silicone material and detailing is to be in accordance with recommendations

contained in the “Manual of Good Practice in Sealant Applications” prepared by
the Sealant Manufacturers Conference and other current trade advice, and with BS
5889:1980.

e.8.3 The Contractor is to allow in his Tender for the use of colored sealants, which will
be approved by the Engineer.

e.8.4 The sealants used must be supported by suitable polyethylene two-thirds its
original width, around the periphery of the window.

The Contractor will be responsible for determining the depth of the sealant, in
relation to the width of joints and for their adequacy.

e.8.5 Window bedding materials where adjacent to, or likely to be in contact with the
sealant should be of type, which is acceptable to the sealant manufacturer.

e.8.6 Sealant pointing, fixing and glazing must not be carried out during rain, snow or
when frost is on the windows or adjacent surfaces.

e.8.7 Failure of the sealants in any respect will be the Contractors responsibility and
such faulty seals and caulking will be promptly replaced at no additional expense
to the Contract.

e.8.8 The caulking, sealant, priming and joint filler materials used, shall contain no
acids or ingredients that will stain concrete or masonry or other facing materials,
corrode metal, or have injurious effects or organic paint finishes. It shall bond
tightly to material to which applied.

e.8.9 Compounds commonly known, as “oil based compounds” will not be permitted.

e.8.10 The Contractor is to use only vacuum packed material for sealing purposes and
ensure that no air is entrapped in the finished seal and that the required effective
depth is maintained in accordance with the “Manual of good Practice in Sealant
Applications”.

e.8.11 Pointing and bedding materials are to be chosen for their suitability in regard to
their application and to be used strictly in accordance with the manufacturers
recommendations.

e.8 Site Works, Pointing And Bedding Materials (CONT’D)

e.8.12 Clean all excess sealant from exposed surfaces.

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e.8.13 Types of sealant used within the assemblies are to be compatible with all adjacent
materials and application is to be reviewed and approved by the Sealant
Manufacturer.

e.8.14 The design of all joints and weathering details around the windows, door and wall
cladding themselves and between their various components shall be such that
defects in the sealing material which will inevitably occur in places during the life
of the building will not allow moisture to penetrate into the building in sufficient
quantities to damage the applied finishes or cause discomfort to the occupants. To
this end provision shall be made by the Contractor in his design for both a primary
and a secondary weatherproof barrier; any water that access the primary
weatherproof barrier shall be drained rapidly to the outside of the building within
one storey height.

e.8.15 The Contractor shall submit to the Engineer the design stage full design
calculations or other documents in support of his proposed joint sizes and sealant
type.

e.8.16 At any time before the end of the defects liability period the Engineer will check
the adequacy of the seals provided under the works in at least a representative
portion of the building. Any failures detected by this inspection will be notified by
the Engineer to the Contractor, who shall make good such defects to the
satisfaction of the Engineer.

e.8 Insulation

e.8.1 Panel insulation materials shall be rigid. The thickness and density of the
insulation shall provide a thermal U-value of 0.45 W/m2 deg C through panel
areas.

e.8.2 Insulation not sag, delaminate or otherwise deteriorate after insulation, and shall
not be deteriorated or be reduced in performance by exposure to sunlight or water
or any other conditions to which it might be subjected during or after construction
of the windows.

e.9 Finishes Documentation

All paperwork submitted to the finisher by the Contractor must clearly state the name of the
development.

e.10 Sealants

All sealants shall be compatible with the finishes chosen and shall have no deleterious
effects on the coatings. The sealant chosen must have adequate adhesion to the finishes
chosen. The Contractor shall consult with his sealant supplier to ensure that the sealants
chosen shall be suitable. The results of peel adhesion tests will be required.

e.11 Maintenance

e.11.1 The successful Contractor shall supply a suitable number of copies of a

maintenance document covering regular cleaning and maintenance of the window
frame, together with cleaning and lubrication of any moving parts affecting the
operation of the window system. 
  
e.11.2 The Maintenance Manual shall include recommendations for maintaining all the
elements of the window construction both internally and externally, including
glazing systems and sealants together with the respective maintenance periods.

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e.11.3 The Contractor will be required to state the period of maintenance -free life of the
total assembly including component part. Within the period of maintenance-free
life the assembly shall perform to the specification requirements in every
respect.

f.1 Execution

f.1.1 Erection Generally

f.1.2 The window assemblies shall be installed according to the approved shop
drawings, set plumb, erected square and at proper elevation and located in proper
alignment with all adjoining work. All members shall be securely fixed in
accordance with approved details.
f.1.3 Contractors should examine the plans and elevations and make the necessary
allowance for the various locations and conditions in which each item of work will
be installed. The timing of the installation of the aluminum work in relation to
other trades will be a matter for the Main Contractor to decide in drawing up his
programme.
f.1.4 The Contractor shall be responsible for the correct setting out of his work, for
carrying out all necessary sighting and leveling to ensure that all members are
installed at their correct levels, whether fixed or to be fixed at time or installation.
All works shall be fixed in a substantial manner and Contractors shall allow for
any additional labour and material they may consider necessary to achieve this,
over and above the requirements indicated in this specification or shown on the
drawings referred to herein. The Contractor will be responsible for the accurate
setting out and dimensional accuracy of the work and must also fully coordinate
the positioning of any ‘Unistruts’, holes, plugs, mortices, etc.
f.1.5 The Contractor shall at appropriate stages of the work and prior to the installation
of the curtain walling in any area inspect all the fixings and anchorages for the
curtain walling for adequacy and accuracy and shall liaise with the Engineer in the
production of a detailed record of such inspection as the work progress.

f.1.6 The Contractor shall ensure that, when installed, all sections are clean and free
from debris and that all drainage slots are clear these slots shall be checked by
theContractor and cleaned out as necessary not more than four weeks prior to the
Date of Practical Completion.
Execution (Cont'd)

f.1.7 On completion of the main contract the Engineer will provide the employer with a
Building Maintenance Manual. Prior to the completion of the glazing and
aluminum curtain walling work, the Contractor shall submit to the Engineer three
full sets of final versions of each working and/or shop drawing showing the work
provided under this Section of the Specification, including full details of all
extrusions, junctions and other components of the work; the Contractor shall also
submit to the Engineer information and guidance on the maintenance of all the
materials and goods built into the works under this Section of the Specification.
Such drawings, information and guidance will be included in the relevant parts of
the Maintenance Manual and the Contractor shall be responsible for the accuracy
and sufficiency of such drawings, information and guidance.
g. Erection Programme
The successful Contractor shall prepare a programme for the delivery of the windows to and
erection of the windows on the site that is fully coordinated with the works of other trades.
h. Transportation And Storage On Site
n.1.1 All window units, assemblies or elements of the construction are to be prepared
and packaged for transport to site to ensure that no undue stresses or damage are
caused.

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n.1.2 All corner edges and finished surfaces are to be adequatey protected to avoid
damages until fixed into position.
n.1.3 Windows, wherever stacked, should be on firm and level ground with adequate
packing between all units.

PART 3 – METAL DOORS AND WINDOWS

i. Doors
 
i.1 Evidence of Performance
Provide independently certified evidence that all specified variants of components comply
with specified performance requirements.
i.2 Fire Resistance
The specified performance is to be the minimum period attained when tested for integrity in
accordance with BS 476:Part 8 or BS 476:Part 22.
i.3 Site Dimensions
Must be taken and recorded on shop drawings before starting to make all items under this
section.

j. Components

j.1 Steel Doors

Door types : as shown on drawings
Drawing reference(s): plans and schedules
Manufacturer and reference: to be approved
Fire rating as shown on the door schedule to comply with fire regulation
Core : Polyurethene Foam
Facings : 18 gauge (1.2mm) thick galvanized steel sheet on both sides/ Epoxy Paint
Lippings : As shown on door frame and door leaf details
Glazing Details : As shown on drawings
Hardware/Ironmongery as door schedules to engineer’s approval
Finish as delivered: as specified

j.2 Galvanised Steel Door Frames

Drawing reference(s): plans and schedules
Manufacturer and reference: To be approved
Material : 16 guage cold rolled galvanised steel sheet
Finish as delivered:
1 Galvanized Epoxy Prmier
1 x Coat of Epoxy High Build
1 x Coat of Polyethene top coat

j.3 Aluminium Glazed Door Sets

- Drawing reference (s) : plans and schedules
- Manufacturer : To be approved.
- Door reference : as shown in drawing
- Frame reference : as shown in drawing
- Hardware/ironmongery : As stated on door schedule to engineer's approval.

k. Installation

k.1 Protection Of Components

Do not deliver to site components which cannot be put immediately into suitable dry,
floored and covered storage. Stack on bearers, separated with spacers to prevent damage
by and to project Ironmongery, beads, etc.

k.2 Moisture Content

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During delivery, storage, fixing and thereafter to Practical Completion maintain

conditions of temperature and humidity to suit specified moisture content(s) of timber
components. When instructed by Supervising Engineer, test components with an approved
moisture meter to manufacturer's recommendations.

k.3 Building In
Will not be permitted except where specifically stated.

k.4 Sealant Joints

- Sealant manufacturer and reference: to be approved
Colour: to coordinate with adjacent materials, finishes and colours.
- Prepare joints and apply sealant as section Z22.

k.5 Ironmongery
Assemble and fix carefully and accurately using fastenings with matching finish supplied
by Ironmongery manufacturer. Prevent damage to Ironmongery and adjacent surfaces. At
completion check, adjust and lubricate as necessary to ensure correct functioning.

l. Purpose Made Metalwork

To be read with Preliminaries, General conditions and the Qatar Construction Specification
section 17 and 18.

l.1 Materials Generally

- Grades of metals, section dimensions and properties to be to the appropriate British
Standard. When not specified, select grades and sections appropriate for the purpose.
- Prefinished metal may be used if methods of fabrication do not damage or alter
appearance of finish and finish is adequately protected.
- Fastenings to be to the appropriate British Standard and, unless specified otherwise, to
be of the same metal as the component, with matching coating or finish.

l.2 Fabrication Generally

- Fabricate components carefully and accurately to ensure compliance with design and
performance requirements.
- Do not permit contact between dissimilar metals in components which are to be fixed
where moisture may be present or occur.
- Finished components to be rigid, free from distortion and cracks and within specified
tolerances. Moving parts must move freely and without binding.
- Unless specified otherwise, mitre corner junctions of identical sections.

l.3 Cold Formed Work

Use brake presses or cold rolling to produce accurate profiles with straight arises.

l.4 Welding / Brazing Generally

- Thoroughly clean surfaces to be joined.
- Ensure accurate fit using clamps and jigs where practicable. Use tack welds only for
temporary attachment unless specified otherwise.
- Make joints with parent and filler metal fully bonded throughout with no inclusions,
holes, porosity or cracks.
- Prevent weld spatter falling on surfaces of materials which will be self- finished and
visible in completed work.
- Remove all traces of flux residue, slag and weld spatter.

l.5 Welding Of Steel

Metal arc welding to BS 5135, or other methods subject to approval.

l.6 Finishing Welded/Brazed Joints

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- Butt joints which will be visible in completed work to be smooth, flush with adjacent
surfaces.
- Fillet joints which will be visible in completed work to be executed neatly. Grind
smooth where specified.

l.7 Finishing And Protecting

- Remove all burrs and sharp arises which would be visible after fixing or a hazard to
the user.
- Protect against damage, dirt, moisture and other deleterious substances.

l.8 Applying Coatings

- Apply after fabrication is complete and all fixing holes have been drilled, unless
otherwise specified.
- Before applying coating remove all paint, grease, flux, rust, burrs and sharp arises.
- Make good all defects which would show after application of coating and finish
surfaces smooth.

l.9 This Section For:

a- Stainless steel canopy
b- Aluminium cladding (Alucobond)
c- Balustrade and handrails
d- Grills, ladders and colers

l.10 Metal Sheet Cladding

Incorporate metal sheet cladding to Qatar Construction Specifications and manufacturer’s
instructions and securely fix sheet to structure where directed by Engineer or as directed
on Structural Drawings.

Metal sheet cladding should be minimum sheet, in accordance with BS1449: Part 2:1983
Grade 304 S15.
 
l.11 Generally
- Application to be carried out after cutting and machining, but before assembly, by a
processor licensed by the treatment solution manufacturer for the specified treatment.
- For each batch of timber, provide a certificate of assurance that treatment has been
carried out as specified.

1.12 Commodity Specifications

where specified, are those defined in the latest edition of the British Wood Preserving
association Manual. Solution strengths and treatment cycles to be selected to achieve the
service life (if specified) and to suit timber treatability.

1.13 Cca Preservative Treatment

- Moisture content of timber at time of treatment to be not more than 28%. Allow
timber to dry for at least 14 days before use.
- Application : High pressure

l.14 Organic Solvent Preservative Treatment

- Moisture content of timber to be as specified for the component at time of delivery.
After treatment, timber to be surface dry before use.
- Application : Double vacuum/low pressure.

l.15 Creosote Preservative Treatment

- Moisture content at time of treatment to be not more than 28%. Allow timber to dry
before use.
- Application : Double vacuum/low pressure.

l.16 Inorganic Salt Flame Retardant Treatment

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- Moisture content at time of treatment to be as specified for the timber at time of

fixing. After treatment, timber to be dried slowly at temperatures not exceeding 65° C
to minimize degradation and distortion.
- Application : Vacuum/pressure.

l.17 Leach Resistant Flame Retardant Treatment

- Moisture content at time of treatment to be as specified for the timber at time of fixing
or 2% for timbers up to 50 mm thick 15% for thicker timbers whichever is the lesser.
- Application : Vacuum/pressure.

m. Fixings

To be read with Preliminaries, General conditions and the Qatar Construction Specification.

m.1 Fixing Generally

Use fixing and jointing methods and types, sizes, quantities and spacings of fastenings
which are suitable having regard to:
- Nature of and compatibility with product/material being fixed and fixed to,
- Recommendations of manufacturers of fastenings and manufacturers of components,
products or materials being fixed and fixed to,
- Materials and loads to be supported,
- Conditions expected in use,
- Appearance, this being subject to approval.

m.2 Fastenings
for materials and components forming part of external construction to be of corrosion
resistant material or have a corrosion resistant finish.

m.3 Fastenings
for materials and components:
- Forming part of external construction but not directly exposed to the weather to be of
corrosion resistant material or have a corrosion resistant finish.
- Directly exposed to the weather to be of corrosion resistant material.

m.4 Fixing Through Finishes

Ensure that fastenings and plugs (if used) have ample penetration into the backing.

m.5 Cramp Fixing

- Fix with stainless or galvanized steel strip cramps as BS 1243 vertical twist ties except
with no twist, split one end only and once bent.
- Position cramps 150 mm from each end of jambs and at 600 mm maximum centres.
- Secure cramps to frames with two sherardized screws and fully bed in mortar.

m.6 Pelleting
Countersink screw heads 6 mm below timber surface and glue in grain-matched pellets
not less than 6 mm thick, cut from matching timber. Finish off flush with face.

m.7 Cartridge Operated Fixings

- Do not use without approval.
- Tools to be manufactured to BS 4078 and Kite mark certified.
- Fasteners, accessories and consumable to be types recommended by the tool
manufacturer.
- Operatives to be trained and certified as competent by tool manufacturer.
- Ensure that operatives take full precautions against injury to themselves and others.
- Apply zinc rich primer to heads of fasteners used externally, in external walls or in
other locations subject to dampness.

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- Use top hat section plastics washers to isolate cartridge fired nails from stainless steel
components fixed externally, in external walls or in other locations subject to
dampness.

n. Mortars

To be read with Preliminaries, General conditions and the Qatar Construction Specification.

n.1 Mortar Mix Proportions

and other particular requirements are specified elsewhere.

n.2 Sand For Mortar

- To BS 1200 unless specified otherwise.
- Sand for facework mortar to be from one source, different loads to be mixed if
necessary to ensure consistency of colour and texture.
- When a range is specified (e.g. 1:1:5-6) use lower proportion of sand for Grade G
sands and higher proportion for Grade S.

n.3 Lime: Sand Mix

Ready-mixed to BS 4721.

n.4 Coloured Lime Sand Mix

Coloured mortar, where required, to be made using a proprietary coloured ready-mixed
lime:sand to BS 4721, colour to approval where not specified.

n.5 Cement For Mortar:

When not specified otherwise, to be ordinary or rapid hardening Portland cement or blast
furnace cement. All cements must comply with the appropriate British Standard and be
manufactured by a BSI Registered Firm of Assessed Capability.

n.6 Admixtures:
Do not use in mortar unless specified or approved. Do not use calcium chloride or any
admixtures containing calcium chloride. Admixtures, if specified, to be to BS 4887.

n.7 Making Mortar:

- Measure materials accurately by volume using clean gauge boxes. Proportions of
mixes are for dry sand; allow for bulking if sand is damp.
- Mix ingredients thoroughly to a consistence suitable for the work and free from lumps.
Do not overmix mortars containing air entraining admixtures.
- Use mortar within about two hours of mixing at normal temperatures. Do not use after
the initial set has taken place and do not retemper.
- Keep plant and banker boards clean at all times.

o. Sealants

To be read with Preliminaries, General conditions and the Qatar Construction Specification.

p. Movement Joints

p.1 Form
movement joints as shown on the drawings.

p.2 Joint Filling

Incorporate joint filling strips and apply sealant in accordance with manufacturer’s
recommendations.

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q. Expansion Joint Sealants

Shall be a two part polysulphide sealant manufactured to BS4254.1983 & ASTM C920-87, to
Kite mark license. shall have the following properties.
Movement accommodation : 25% (butt joints)
Ervice température : > 50º C
Resistant to microbiological & aerobic conditions, shall be compliant to US.Fed.Spec. TT-S-
00227E.

q.1 Suitability Of Joints

Before commencing, check that:
- Joint dimensions are within limits specified for the sealant.
- Surfaces are smooth and undamaged.
- Preparatory work which must be done before assembly of the joint has been carried
out.
- Inform Supervising Engineer if joints are not suitable to receive sealant and submit
proposals for rectification.

q.2 Cleaning Joints Generally:

- Clean surfaces to which sealant must adhere using methods and materials
recommended by sealant manufacturer.
- Remove all temporary coatings, tapes, loosely adhering material, dust, oil, grease and
other contaminants which may affect bond.
- Keep joints clean and protect from damage until sealant is applied.

q.3 Protection of Adjacent Surfaces:

Cover with masking tape to prevent staining and protect surfaces which would be difficult
to clean if smeared with primer or sealant.

q.4 Joint Preparation:

- Backing strip, bond breaker, primer: Types recommended for the purpose by sealant
manufacturer.
- Insert backing strips and/or bond breaker tape into joint leaving no gaps.

q.5 Applying Sealants:

- Use equipment and methods recommended by sealant manufacturer and apply within
the recommended application life of primer and sealant, and the recommended air and
substrate temperature ranges.
- Do not apply to damp surfaces (unless recommended otherwise), or during inclement
weather. Do not heat joints to dry them or raise the temperature.
- Fill joints completely, leaving no gaps, excluding all air and ensuring firm adhesion of
sealant to required joint surfaces. Tool the sealant to a neat, slightly concave profile
unless specified otherwise.
- Protect until cured.

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PART 4 – ARCHITECTURE METAL WORKS

4.2 Handrails and Balusters

4.2.1 General Requirements

4. Work Included
a) Provide engineered tubular stainless steel and galvanized steel railing system , 90
& 1100mm high and as shown on Drawings.

.5Reference
a) B56180
b) American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
c) Americans with disabilities act accessibility guidelines (ADA)

.6Structural Requirements
a) Railings shall meet or exceed the requirements of all applicable building codes.
b) Handrail, wall rail and Guardrail assemblies and attachments shall withstand a
minimum concentrated load of 200 pounds per linear foot applied horizontally
on the top rail. Infill area of guardrail system capable of withstanding a
horizontal concentrated load of 35 pounds applied to any point in the system.
Load not to act concurrently with loads on top rail of system in determining
stress on guardrail. Handrail assemblies and guards shall be designed to resist a
load of 100 pounds per linear foot applied vertically down at the top and to
transfer this load through the supports to the structure.
7.
a) Railings shall be modular stainless steel and galvanized steel as shown on
Drawings
b) Design criteria: railing assemblies (including top rail, bottom rail, infill panels,
post, and connections) shall be designed to conform to all applicable building
codes and loading requirements.
c) Prevent galvanic action and other forms of corrosion by insulating metals and
other materials from direct contact with incompatible materials.

8. Delivery, Storage And Handling

a) Materials to be delivered to the job site in good condition and adequately
protected against damage.
b) Store on site in a location and manner to avoid damage. Stacking should be done
in a manner that will prevent bending. Store material in a clean, dry location
away from uncured concrete and masonry. Any protection on the railings during
transportation should remain until installed.
c) Materials to be stored at not lower than -40°C (-40°F) or higher than 100°C
(212°F).
d) Keep handling on site to a minimum. Exercise caution to avoid damage to
finishes of material .

9. Project Conditions
a) All measurements for handrails and railings should be taken from construction
site elements to which railings are to fasten. This information to be recorded on
final shop drawings. Where field measurements cannot be made without delaying
the railing fabrication and delivery, obtain guaranteed dimensions in writing by
the contractor or architect and proceed with fabrication of products so as not to
delay fabrication, delivery and installation to the full responsibility of the
contractor.
b) Coordinate fabrication and delivery schedule of handrails with construction
progression and sequence to avoid delay of railing installation.

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10. Products
Manufacturers
a) Acceptable Manufacturers of a modular, pre-engineered, mechanically fastened
guardrail and handrail systems.  

4.2.3 Fitting and Fixing

1. Fasteners
a) All mechanical fasteners used shall be manufactured from stainless steel with
capability to sustain, without failure, load imposed within a safety factor of 4, as
determined by testing per ASTM E488.

2. Fabrication
a) Fabricate railing system for compliance with structural requirements of
applicable code.
b) Pre-assemble railings prior to shipping to greatest extent possible to minimize
field splicing and assembly. Disassemble units only as necessary for shipping and
handling limitations. Clearly mark units for re-assembly and for coordination
with shop drawings.
c) Stainless steel and Galvanized Steel tubing cuts shall be square, without burrs
and where exposed, rounded to produce smooth rigid and hairline joints.
d) Provide weep holes when necessary to drain closed sections from pretreatment
immersion and finishes. Provide weep holes when necessary for moisture from
condensation to escape.

 
3. Execution

3.1 Preparation
a) Coordinate post setting drawings, diagrams, templates, instructions, and
directions for installation of anchorages, such as sleeves, concrete inserts,
anchor bolts, and miscellaneous items having integral anchors that are to be
embedded in concrete as masonry construction.

3.2 Installation
a) Install work in accordance with final shop drawings and manufacturer's
instructions.
b) Erect work plumb, square and level, free from distortion or defects
detrimental to appearance or performance
c) Maximum offset from true alignment for every 50-foot of railing shall be
1/4", non-accumulative.
d) Anchor post in concrete by means of preset sleeves into concrete. After
posts have been inserted into sleeves, fill space between post and sleeve
solid.
e) Anchor posts in concrete by core drilling holes not less that 3" deep and 1"
greater than outside diameter of post. Clean holes of all loose material,
insert posts, and fill space between post and concrete.
f) Leave anchoring material down approximately 1/2" allowing for final
topping with a waterproof material matching the surrounding areas by
others.
g) Anchor posts to substrate with approved corrosion resistant fasteners.
h) Provide protective covering on all hand and guardrails if construction is not
yet finished in the area.

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4. Cleaning and Protection

a) Wash railing using clean water and soap, rinse with water
b) Do not use acid solution, steel wool, or other harsh abrasives
c) Clean glass panels by removing dust and grit with generous application of water,
remove grease and film deposits with mild solution of soap and water; and rinse
thoroughly
d) After installation the General Contractor or Owner shall be responsible for
protecting the railings during the balance of construction.

4.4 Finishes

4.4.2 Materials

a) All stainless steel fittings to be 304 alloy conforming to ASTM A582.

b) Stainless steel tube as shown on drawing.
c) Stainless steel top rail as shown on drawing.
d) Tempered security Glass Panels 1.2cm thick and as shown on drawings, with
chamfered smoothly treated edges.
e) All galvanized steel will be painted with epoxy polyimide adhere to galvanized steel
with oil paint as top coat.

4.4.3 Finishes
a) All stainless steel components will receive a 240 grit polish (#6)
b) Stainless steel tubes will receive 180 grit polishes.
c) Color for paint coats of galvanized steel will be as approved by Engineer.

4.5 Cat Ladders

All cat ladders to be polished stainless steel as shown on drawings.

4.6 Galvanized Steel Stairs

All steel stairs to be galanized as shown on drawings. All galvanized steel shall be painted with
epoxy polyimide adhere to galvanized steel with oil paint as top coat.
 
PART 7 - ROLLING COUNTER FIRE DOORS

7.1 General

7.1.1 Summary
a) Section Includes: electric operated automatic closing rolling counter fire doors.
b) Products That May Be Supplied, But Are Not Installed Under This Part:
1. Control station.
2. Smoke/heat detectors.
3. Annunciator.

7.1.2 System Description

a) Performance Requirements:
1. Provide doors with Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc. label for the fire rating classification, 1
1/2 hr

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PART 7 - ROLLING COUNTER FIRE DOORS (CONT'D)

7.1.3 Submittals
a) Submit the following items:
1. Product Data.
2. Shop Drawings: Include special conditions not detailed in Product Data. Show interface
with adjacent work.
3. Quality Assurance/Control Submittals:
i. Provide proof of manufacturer ISO 9001:2000 registration.
ii. Provide proof of manufacturer and installer qualifications - see 1.4 below.
iii. Provide manufacturer's installation instructions.
4. Closeout Submittals:
i. Operation and Maintenance Manual.
ii. Certificate stating that installed materials comply with this specification.

7.1.4 Quality Assurance

a) Qualifications:
1. Manufacturer Qualifications: ISO 9001:2000 registered and a minimum of five years
experience in producing counter fire doors of the type specified.
2. Installer Qualifications: Manufacturer's approval.
7.1.5 Delivery storage and handling
a) Follow manufacturer's instructions.

7.1.6 Warranty
a) Standard Warranty: Two years from date of shipment against defects in material and
workmanship.

7.2 PRODUCTS

7.2.1 Manufacturer
a) Manufacturer: Cornell Iron Works, Inc., Crestwood Industrial Park, Mountaintop, PA 18707.
Telephone: +1 (800) 233-8366, Fax: + 1 (800) 526-0841. Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL),
ISO 9001:2000 Registered.
b) Model: [ERC10] [ERC11]

7.2.2 Materials
a) Curtain:
1. Slats: No. 1F, interlocked flat-faced slats, 38 mm high by 13 mm deep, 22 gauge AISI
type 304 series stainless steel with stainless steel bottom bar and vinyl astragal.
2. Fabricate continuous interlocking slat sections with high strength galvanized steel
endlocks riveted to slats per UL requirements.
3. Slat Finish:
i. Stainless Steel: No. 4 finish.
4. Bottom Bar Finish:
ii. Stainless Steel: No. 4 finish.
b) Guides:
1. Stainless Steel: 12 gauge formed shapes.
2. Finish
i. Stainless Steel: No. 4 finish.

c) Counterbalance Shaft Assembly:

1. Barrel: Steel pipe capable of supporting curtain load with maximum deflection 2.5 mm
per meter of width.
2. Spring Balance: Oil-tempered, heat-treated steel helical torsion spring assembly
designed for proper balance of door to ensure that maximum effort to operate will not
exceed 110 N. Provide wheel for applying and adjusting spring torque.

7.2.3 Materials (CONT'D)

a) Brackets: Fabricate from reinforced steel plate with permanently lubricated ball or roller

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bearings at rotating support points to support counterbalance shaft assembly and form end
closures.
1. Finish:
i. Steel: Phosphate treatment followed by baked-on polyester powder coat, color as
selected by Architect from manufacturer's standard color range, minimum 32 colors.

b) Hood and mechanism covers: 24 gauge stainless steel with reinforced top and bottom edges.
Provide minimum 6.35 mm steel intermediate support brackets as required to prevent excessive
sag.
1. Finish:
i. Stainless steel: No. 4 finish

c) Smoke Seals:
1. Bottom Bar Motor Operated Units: Combination smoke seal/sensing edge.

d) Guides and Head: Replaceable, UL Listed, nylon pile smoke seals sealing against fascia side of
curtain.

7.2.4 Accessories
a) Photoelectric Smoke/Heat Detector or Ionization Smoke Detector
b) Operator and Full Bracket Mechanism Cover: Provide 24 gauge stainless steel sheet metal cover
to enclose exposed moving operating components at coil area of unit. Finish to match door
hood.

7.2.5 Operations
a) M100 Series Motor Operated: Model FDCL, UL listed and FM approved, NEMA 1 enclosure
rating, ½ horsepower operator, [230v single] [208/230v three] [460v three] phase service.
Provide open drip-proof motor, removable without affecting setting of limit switches; UL listed
thermal overload protection; electromagnetic disc brake; spurgear / sprocket and chain
reduction gearing and rotary limit switches; transformer with 24 v control secondary; and all
integral electrical components pre-wired to terminal blocks.

1. Automatic closure shall be activated by electric thermal sensors and a central smoke/fire
alarm system. Doors shall not require a releasing device when activated by an alarm signal.

2. Doors shall maintain an average closing speed of not more than 230 mm per second during
automatic closing.

3. Operator shall have an internal battery backup that prevents failsafe closing for at least two
hours after power outage. Battery backup system shall monitor fusible link and alarm
signals and initiate automatic closing upon any alarm.

4. Electric sensing edge on door curtain shall be operable during all methods of closing
including closing during a power outage. When closing during a power outage, the sensing
edge shall stop door travel when an obstruction is encountered and hold the door for two
seconds before releasing the door to close again.

5. Each operator shall be provided with a key test station to test automatic closing of the fire
door. Key test station shall also include a low battery indicator.

6. Resetting of spring tension or mechanical dropouts shall not be required. Upon restoration
of power, replacement of fusible link or clearing of the alarm signal, doors shall
immediately reset by opening with the push button.
i. Control Station: Flush mounted, "Open/Close/Stop" push buttons; NEMA 1B.

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7.2.6 Operations (CONT'D)

a) Smoke Seal/Sensing Edge: Provide automatic reversing stop control by an automatic sensing
switch within neoprene or rubber astragal extending full width of door bottom bar.

1. Provide an electric sensing edge device. Contact before door fully closes shall cause door to
immediately stop downward travel and reverse direction to the fully opened position.
Provide a self-monitoring wireless sensing edge connection to motor operator eliminating
the need for a physical traveling electric cord connection between bottom bar sensing edge
device and motor operator. Supervised system alters normal door operation preventing
damage, injury or death due to an inoperable sensing edge system.

b) Automatic Closing and Speed Governor Mechanism:

1. M100 FireGard™ Motor Operated System.

2. Activation: Central alarm system or local smoke and heat detectors or power outage or
melting of fusible link.

3. Operation: Motor operator shall close door upon signal from central alarm system or local
smoke and heat detectors, power outage or melting of fusible link.

4. Closing Speed: Not more than 230 mm per second.

5. Reset Procedure: Operation of control station after alarm is cleared or power is restored or
replace fusible link; resetting of spring tension or mechanical dropouts shall not be
required.

7.3 EXECUTION

7.3.1 Examination
a) Examine substrates upon which work will be installed and verify conditions are in accordance
with approved shop drawings.
b) Coordinate with responsible entity to perform corrective work on unsatisfactory substrates.
c) Commencement of work by installer is acceptance of substrate.

7.3.2 Installation
a) General: Install door and operating equipment with necessary hardware, anchors, inserts,
hangers and supports.
b) Comply with NFPA 80 and follow manufacturer's installation instructions.

7.3.3 Adjusting
a) Following completion of installation, including related work by others, lubricate, test, and
adjust doors for ease of operation, free from warp, twist, or distortion.

7.3.4 Field quality control

a) Site Test: Test doors for normal operation and automatic closing. Coordinate with authorities
having jurisdiction to witness test and sign Drop Test Form.

7.3.5 Cleaning
a) Clean surfaces soiled by work as recommended by manufacturer.
b) Remove surplus materials and debris from the site.

7.3.6 Demonstration
a) Demonstrate proper operation to Owner's Representative.
b) Instruct Owner's Representative in maintenance procedures.

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