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	SECTION 08650
	PVC WINDOWS AND DOORS
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Veka Inc.; pvc windows and doors. . This section is based on the products of Veka 1nc., which is located at:
	100 Veka Dr. P. O. Box 150 Fombell, PA 16123-0250 Toll Free Tel: (888) 797-0200 Tel: (724) 452-1000 Fax: (724) 452-1007 E-mail: info@vekainc.com Web: www.vekainc.com [ Click Here ] for additional information.
	Founded in 1967 in Sendenhorst, Germany, VEKA is the world's largest extruder of PVC window & door profiles. VEKA has numerous facilities around the world including VEKA Inc., Based in Fombell, Pennsylvania which was established in 1983 bringing residential PVC windows to the US market. The tremendous growth of VEKA 1nc. allowed expansion throughout North America in Reno, Nevada; Terrell, Texas; Youngstown, OH; and Edmonton Alberta Canada. In 2006, VEKA entered the commercial window market by bringing the first Steel reinforced PVC, commercially rated window system to the US. These European window systems have proven themselves time and time again throughout Europe and Asia. Some well-noted installations include the Bank of China in Jinan, The Olympic Village in Barcelona, Spain, & the Piz Gloria Ski Lodge high atop the Schilthorn in Switzerland. These heavy-duty systems feature 58mm products for Residential(R) and Light Commercial(LC) rated installations, while the 70mm products are rated for Commercial(C), Heavy Commercial(HC) and Architectural installations. There is a vast array of operator types as well as color or wood grain options for the interior or exterior of the window. With today's ever growing awareness of energy conservation and "green solutions", architects should note that PVC windows and doors possess outstanding thermal performance characteristics not typically found in aluminum curtain wall systems but more in the residential market until now. VEKA is at the forefront of technology assuring the architectural community that our products fit the needs of our ever changing global dynamics. .
	PART 1	GENERAL
	1.1	SECTION INCLUDES
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete items below not required for project.
		A.	Shop fabricated multi-chambered PVC swing French doors.
		B.	Shop fabricated multi-chambered PVC sliding doors.
		C.	Shop fabricated multi-chambered PVC Windows with operating sash.
	1.2	RELATED SECTIONS
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required.
		A.	Section 06100 - Rough Carpentry: Preparation of rough opening.
	1.3	REFERENCES
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete references from the list below that are not actually required by the text of the edited section.
		A.	AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101./I.S.2/A440-05 - Standard/Specification for Windows, Doors and Unit Skylights.
		B.	ASTM D4216 -Standard Specification for Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) and Related PVC and Chlorinated Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Building Products.
		C.	ASTM D4226 - Standard Test Methods for Impact Resistance of Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Building Products.
		D.	ASTM D4726 - Standard Specification for Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Exterior-Profile Extrusions Used for Assembled Windows and Doors.
		E.	ASTM E283 - Standard Test Method for Determining the Rate of Air Leakage Through Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls and Doors Under Specified Pressure Difference Across the Specimen.
		F.	ASTM E330 - Standard Test Method for Structural Performance of Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls and Doors by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference.
		G.	ASTM E331 - Standard Test Method for Water Penetration of Exterior Windows, Skylights, Doors, and Curtain Walls by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference.
		H.	ASTM E547 - Standard Test Method for Water Penetration of Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls and Doors by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference.
		I.	ASTM E1886 - Standard Test Method for Performance of Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, Doors, and Impact Protective Systems Impacted by Missile(s) and Exposed to Cyclic Pressure Differentials.
		J.	ASTM E1996 - Standard Specification for Performance of Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, Doors and Impact Protective Systems Impacted by Windborne Debris in Hurricanes.
		K.	ASTM E2188 - Standard Test Method for Insulating Glass Unit Performance.
		L.	ASTM E2189 - Standard Test Method for Testing Resistance to Fogging in insulated Glass.
		M.	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, 16 CFR 1201 - Safety Standard for Architectural Glazing Materials.
	1.4	SYSTEM DSCRIPTION
		A.	Conform to performance requirements of AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440-05 and ASTM E1886 and E1996.
		B.	Limit air leakage through assemble to 0.3 cfm/sf of sash perimeter, measured at a reference differential pressure across assemble of 1.60 psf (75 pa) as tested in accordance with ASTM E283.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete unit type water resistance not required.
		C.	Water Resistance (Window): There shall be no leakage when the unit is subjected to a pressure differential of 9 psf (470 Pa). Test shall be conducted in accordance with ASTM E547 and E331.
		D.	Water Resistance (Door): There shall be no leakage when the unit is subjected to a pressure drop of 7.5 psf (431 Pa). Test shall be conducted in accordance with ASTM E547 and E331.
		E.	Uniform Load Deflection = 50 psf (3120 Pa) / Uniform Load Structural = 75 psf (4680 Pa). Test shall be conducted in accordance with ASTM E330.
		F.	Subjected to large missile Impact test Level D windzone 3 and cyclic pressure testing when tested to ASTM E1886 and E1996.
		G.	Hardware to be multipoint and corrosion resistant and fastened using corrosion resistant screws. All locking points and fasteners have been salt spray tested for 1000 hours.
	1.5	SUBMITTALS
		A.	Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
		B.	Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:
			1.	Preparation instructions and recommendations.
			2.	Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
			3.	Installation methods.
		C.	Shop Drawings: Indicate dimensions, relation to construction of adjacent work, air and vapor seal with adjacent construction, component anchorage and locations, anchor methods, shim methods and materials, hardware, and installation details.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete selection samples if colors have already been selected.
		D.	Selection Samples: For each finish product specified, two complete sets of color chips representing manufacturer's full range of available colors and patterns.
		E.	Verification Samples: For each finish product specified, two samples, minimum size 6 inches (150 mm) square, representing actual product, color, and patterns.
			1.	Submit a sample of each extrusion to be used in doors, including structural Galvanized Steel reinforcement at minimum thickness of 0.75 inch (2mm).
	1.6	QUALITY ASSURANCE
		A.	Manufacturer Qualifications:
			1.	A manufacturer capable of fabricating vinyl windows and doors that meet or exceed performance requirements indicated and of documenting this performance by inclusion in lists and by labels, test reports, and calculations.
		B.	Installer Qualifications:
			1.	An installer acceptable to vinyl window and door manufacturer for installation of units required for this Project.
		C.	Product Requirements:
			1.	Comply with AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2, "Standard Specification for Windows, Doors and Unit Skylights," for definitions and minimum standards of performance, materials, components, accessories, and fabrication unless more stringent requirements are indicated.
			2.	Comply with published recommendations of glass manufacturers and with GANA's "Glazing Manual" unless more stringent requirements are indicated.
	1.7	DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
		A.	Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation.
		B.	Store and dispose of solvent-based materials, and materials used with solvent-based materials, in accordance with requirements of local authorities having jurisdiction.
	1.8	PROJECT CONDITIONS
		A.	Field Measurements: Verify window and door openings by field measurements before fabrication and indicate measurements on Shop Drawings.
		B.	Maintain environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, and ventilation) within limits recommended by manufacturer for optimum results. Do not install products under environmental conditions outside manufacturer's absolute limits.
	1.9	WARRANTY
		A.	Special Warranty: Manufacturer's standard form in which manufacturer agrees to repair or replace vinyl windows and doors that fails in materials or workmanship within specified warranty period. Failures include, but are not limited to, the following:
			1.	Coverage for insulated glass against seal failure causing clouding or fogging.
			2.	Hardware failure. (Exception of misuse).
			3.	Frames of sashes failing in any way during normal use.
			4.	Operating failure under normal conditions.
		B.	Warranty Period:
			1.	Twenty-five Year Limited Warranty: Vinyl frames and sashes.
			2.	Twenty Year Limited Warranty: Insulated glass.
				a.	Door manufacturer warrants the Insulated Glass glazed in patio doors and windows shall be free from any material obstructions of vision due to fogging occurring between the interior glass surfaces resulting solely from a failure of the hermetic seal, other than through glass breakage, for a period of twenty (20) years from the original date of manufacture.
			3.	One Year Limited Warranty: Glass Stress Cracks.
				a.	Door manufacture warrants that all glass units shall be free from stress cracks for a period of one year from the original date of manufacture.
			4.	Five Year Limited Warranty: Hardware components.
				a.	Door manufacturer warrants that hardware components shall be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of five years from the original date of manufacture of the door.
	PART 2	PRODUCTS
	2.1	MANUFACTURERS
		A.	Acceptable Manufacturer: Veka Inc., which is located at: 100 Veka Dr. P. O. Box 150 ; Fombell, PA 16123-0250; Toll Free Tel: 888-797-0200; Tel: 724-452-1000; Fax: 724-452-1007; Email: request info; Web: www.vekainc.com/commercial
		B.	Acceptable Fabricator: A fabricator that uses Veka designed and extruded lineals, uses Veka approved hardware vendors, and has completed training by appropriate Veka personnel.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs; coordinate with requirements of Division 1 section on product options and substitutions.
		C.	Substitutions: Not permitted.
		D.	Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01600.
	2.2	CONFIGURATION
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete unit type not required.
		A.	Window Unit Configuration: Fixed, non-operable Tilt & Turn and Tilt & Turn Dual Action as scheduled.
			1.	Euroview 70 DS: 2-3/4 inches (70 mm) frame depth.
		B.	Door Unit Configuration:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete unit type not required.
			1.	Euroview 70 MM: Inswing or outswing, parallel tilt and slide and fold and slide style doors.
			2.	Euroslide 70MM: Sliding style doors.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete product type not required.
			3.	SlideView: High performance patio door. Coastal applications where a DP-50 rating is required.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Vinyl entry doors for in-swing or out-swing format with the choice of white or almond colored vinyl. Interior wood grain vinyl laminates in light oak, dark oak, dark cherry, white wood grain (that accurately simulates painted white wood) and red oak are all available. Also available is VEKA's paintable/stainable laminate, which can be painted or stained to meet individual taste preferences.
			4.	SwingView: Outswing style doors.
			5.	SwingView Classic: Outswing style doors.
	2.3	UNITS
		A.	Frames, Sashes and Rails:
			1.	Minimum will thickness of 0.098 inch (2.5mm)
			2.	Multi-chambered design with maximum optimal air spaces between exterior and interior surfaces.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete unit type reinforcement not required.
			3.	Door Reinforcement: Galvanized "U" and "O" shaped steel 0.075 inch (2mm) minimum thickness installed in frames and sashes or extruded aluminum with an average wall thickness of 0.090 inches (2.29 mm).
			4.	Window Reinforcement: Galvanized "U" and "O" shaped steel 0.060 inch (1.5mm) minimum thickness installed in frames and sashes.
			5.	All frames, sashes and accessories are to be made of unplastisized polyvinyl chloride (PVC).
			6.	White Molded PVC compound complying with ASTM D4216 and ASTM D4226 requirements.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete unit type finish not required.
			7.	Door Finish: PVC finish will not fade, blister, crack or warp under normal atmospheric conditions.
			8.	Window Finish: UPVC finish will not fade, blister, crack or warp under normal atmospheric conditions.
		B.	Frame Material and Accessories:
			1.	Fasteners: Stainless steel. Anchors with 1/2 inch (12 mm) minimum length.
			2.	Door Hardware: Multi-point and corrosion resistant zinc-nickel finish. Red rust tested too 1000 hours.
				a.	Operable doors to have minimum five locking points for Euroview style doors and three for the Swingview Style.
			3.	Window Hardware: Multi-point and corrosion resistant zinc-nickel finish. Red rust tested too 1000 hours.
				a.	Tilt & Turn windows to have minimum five locking points.
				b.	Hopper Awning windows to have minimum two locking points.
			4.	Glazing: Glazing shall be accomplished from the interior by use of applied PVC glazing stop with Neoprene glazing gaskets. Neoprene gaskets located on frame, sash and glazing lip.
			5.	Insect Screen: Insect screens fabricated using aluminum frames. Meshing shall be charcoal fiberglass.
			6.	Sealant: Compatible neutral cure, low modulus Silicones are recommended when required.
			7.	Anchor Devices: Non-corrosive galvanized Europa installation anchor.
		C.	Glass And Glazing Materials:
			1.	Manufacturer's standard meeting the following.
				a.	Double pane, inboard 0.157 inch (4 mm) with Low E2 and outboard 0.157 inch (4 mm) clear pane with air space of 0.625 inch (15.9 mm) and over all glass thickness of 1.00 inch (25.4 mm). The spacer will consist of a roll formed stainless steel spacer embedded in sealant. (non-impact rated products).
					1)	U-value 0.30 / Solar Heat Gain Coefficient 0.29 / Visual Transmittance 0.44.
				b.	Impact glass consisting of a 0.090 PVB laminated on outboard light of unit. U-value 0.40 / Solar Heat Gain Coefficient 0.43 / Visual Transmittance 0.51.
				c.	Insulated glass units shall be glazed in the manner that provides for drainage of any accumulated water to the exterior of the unit.
		D.	Fabrication:
			1.	Fabricate framing and sash members with fusion welded corners and joints. Frame, sash, and mullions with internal galvanized steel reinforcement 0.075 inch (2 mm) thickness where required for structural rigidity.
			2.	Dual seal neoprene gaskets used on operable vents.
			3.	Pressure equalization slots measuring 1.06 inches (27 mm) placed on tops and bottoms of units on exterior plane.
		E.	Finishes:
			1.	Exterior Surfaces: Integral color, as selected by Architect from manufacturer's standard colors.
			2.	Interior Surfaces: Integral color, as selected by Architect from manufacturer's standard colors.
	PART 3	EXECUTION
	3.1	EXAMINATION
		A.	Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly prepared.
		B.	If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.
	3.2	PREPARATION
		A.	Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation.
		B.	Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the best result for the substrate under the project conditions.
		C.	Verify that rough openings are correctly sized and located.
		D.	Prepare openings to permit correct installation of frame and achieve continuity or air and vapor barrier seal.
	3.3	INSTALLATION
		A.	Install unit frames, glass and glazing in accordance with shop drawings and manufacturer's instructions.
		B.	Use anchorage devices to securely attach frames to structure.
		C.	Align frames plumb and level, free of warp or twist. Maintain frame dimensional tolerances. Check for operation before permanently setting unit.
		D.	Coordinate attachment and seal of air and vapor barrier materials. Shim spaces at parameter of frame to maintain continuity of thermal barrier and insulate using backer rod or minimal expansion foam around parameter.
	3.4	PROTECTION
		A.	Protect installed products until completion of project.
		B.	Surfaces of unit and trim shall be cleaned of all paint, sealant, and other containments.
		C.	Use mild soap and water. Some concentrates my damage PVC. Do not use solvents of any kind.
		D.	Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.
	END OF SECTION