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	SECTION 08840
	PLASTIC GLAZING
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** PALRAM AMERICAS; polycarbonate architectural building panels. This section based on products made by PALRAM AMERICAS, which is located at: 9735 Commerce Cir Arcadia West Industrial Park Kutztown, PA 19530 Toll Free Te1: (800) 999-9459 Fax: (610) 285-9928 Email: palramamericas@palram.com www.palramamericas.com Suntuf manufactures a complete line of high quality polycarbonate and PVC building panels that are perfect for a wide variety of projects. From patio covers to pool enclosures to greenhouses and gazebos... Suntuf products Make it Beautiful, Make it Easy and Make it Last! Suntuf's extensive product line has earned the respect of Pro Builders, Architects, Specifiers and Contractors for its unique blend of Strength, Durability, and Good Looks. Our assortment of building panels are available in a wide range of standard colors, panel sizes, and profiles, and our ability to supply custom sizes or produce a custom profile means that, when it comes to plastic panels... Suntuf's got it all! Suntuf is a division of Palram Industries, the world's leader in flat and corrugated thermoplastic sheets with over $140 million in annual sales. With manufacturing, distribution and sales operations reaching across six continents and over 120 countries around the world, Palram is truly a global enterprise. Suntuf, Inc. manufactures high performance co-extruded polycarbonate materials that resist the effects of solar UV radiation. Thermal insulation capabilities of SUNLITE offer energy savings in service temperatures from -40 - 250 degrees F (-40 - 121 degrees C). SUNLITE panels are self-extinguishing with no emission of toxic gasses.
	PART 1	GENERAL
	1.1	SECTION INCLUDES
		A.	Multi-wall structured polycarbonate sheets.
		B.	Corrugated polycarbonate sheets.
	1.2	Related Sections
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required.
		A.	Section 07410 - Metal Roof and Wall Panels.
		B.	Section 07510 - Built-Up Bituminous Roofing.
		C.	Section 07530 - Elastomeric Membrane Roofing.
		D.	Section 08620 - Unit Skylights.
		E.	Section 08630 - Metal-Framed Skylights.
		F.	Section 08810 - Glass.
	1.3	REFERENCES
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete references from the list below that are not actually required by the text of the edited section. These standards apply to metal components only.
		A.	16 CFR 1201 - Safety Standard for Architectural Glazing Materials.
		B.	ANSI Z97.1 - American National Standard for Glazing Materials Used in Buildings.
		C.	ASTM D635 - Standard Test Method for Rate of Burning and/or Extent and Time of Burning of Self-Supporting Plastics in a Horizontal Position.
		D.	ASTM D648 - Standard Test Method for Deflection Temperature of Plastics Under Flexural Load.
		E.	ASTM D696 - Standard Test Method for Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion.
		F.	ASTM D790/ASTM D 790M - Standard Test Method for Flexural Properties of Unreinforced and Reinforced Plastics and Electrical Insulating Materials.
		G.	ASTM D1003 - Standard Test Method for Haze and Luminous Transmittance of Transparent Plastics.
		H.	ASTM D1044 - Standard Test Method for Resistance of Transparent Plastic to Surface Abrasion.
		I.	ASTM D1929 - Standard Test Method for Ignition Properties of Plastics.
		J.	ASTM D2843 - Standard Test Method for Density of Smoke from the Burning and Decomposition of Plastics.
		K.	ASTM D4065 - Standard Practice for Determining and Reporting Dynamic Mechanical Properties of Plastics.
		L.	ASTM D5420 - Standard Test Method for Impact Resistance of Flat, Rigid Plastic Specimen by Means of A Striker Impacted by A Falling Weight (Gardner Impact).
		M.	ASTM E424-71 - Standard Test Methods for Solar Energy Transmittance and Reflectance (Terrestrial) of Sheet Materials.
		N.	QUV 313B - Accelerated Weathering Test of Non-Metallic Materials.
	1.4	SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
		A.	Design Requirements: Provide polycarbonate glazing that has been manufactured, fabricated, and installed to meet the following criteria:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Provide the appropriate wind, snow, and deflection loads.
			1.	Design Loads for Wind: ________.
			2.	Design Loads for Snow: ________.
			3.	Maximum Allowable Deflection: ____.
		B.	Performance Requirements: Provide polycarbonate glazing sheets capable of withstanding normal temperature changes, wind loading, and impact loading without failure, including loss or breakage by failure of sealants or gaskets to remain watertight and airtight, deterioration of plastic sheet and glazing materials, or other defects.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following paragraph if no Sunlite 8 mm or 10 mm on Project.
			1.	Conform to results of SGS ASTM E84 test (Class A, 25 or less) for SUNLITE 8 mm and 10 mm.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following paragraph if no Sunlite SL 8 mm, 10 mm, or 16 mm on Project.
			2.	Conform to results of SGS ASTM D635 (CC1) for SUNLITE SL 8 mm, 10 mm and 16 mm.
	1.5	SUBMITTALS
		A.	Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
		B.	[ Product Data ]: Submit manufacturer's [ Product Data ] and installation instructions, including:
			1.	Material weight.
			2.	Wind load capacity.
			3.	Light transmission.
			4.	Shading coefficient.
			5.	Thermal expansion.
			6.	Methods for maintaining installed products and precautions against cleaning materials and methods detrimental to finishes and performance.
		C.	Shop Drawings: Provide Shop Drawings indicating details of fabrication and installation.
		D.	Samples: Submit selection and verification Samples, including available product finishes, colors, and thicknesses.
		E.	Quality Assurance/Control Submittals: Submit the following:
			1.	Test Reports: Material test results for compliance of plastic glazing with specified requirements.
			2.	Certificates: Manufacturer's certificate that products meet or exceed specified requirements.
	1.6	QUALITY ASSURANCE
		A.	Manufacturer's Qualifications: Not less than 10 years experience in actual production of specified products.
		B.	Installer's Qualifications: Firm experienced in installation of systems similar in complexity to those required for this Project, including specific requirements indicated.
			1.	Acceptable to or licensed by manufacturer.
			2.	Not less than 5 years experience with systems.
			3.	Successfully completed not less than 5 comparable scale projects using similar systems.
			4.	Warranty documents specified herein.
		C.	Regulatory Requirements and Approvals:
			1.	Comply with applicable federal, state, and local building codes.
	1.7	DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
		A.	Deliver materials in manufacturer's original, unopened, undamaged containers with identification labels intact. Comply with manufacturer's ordering instructions and lead time requirements to avoid construction delays.
		B.	Storage and Protection: Store materials protected from exposure to harmful environmental conditions and at temperature and humidity conditions recommended by manufacturer.
			1.	Store horizontally on flat pallet in dry, clean, and shaded location.
			2.	Avoid storage with unsupported overhanging panel ends or edges.
			3.	Handle panels with care to avoid scratches, edge damage, and puncturing.
			4.	Leave panels in original packaging until time of installation.
	1.8	WARRANTY
		A.	Manufacturer's Standard Warranty: 10 year warranty against defects in materials, including breakage, discoloration, loss of light transmission, and coating delamination.
		B.	Manufacturer's Hail-Damage Warranty: 5 year warranty against hail damage.
		C.	Repair defects from faulty materials or workmanship developed during guarantee period, or replace with new materials, at no additional cost to Owner.
	PART 2	PRODUCTS
	2.1	MANUFACTURERS
		A.	Acceptable Manufacturer: PALRAM AMERICAS, which is located at: 9735 Commerce Cir. Arcadia W. Industrial Pk. ; Kutztown, PA 19530; Toll Free Tel: 800-999-9459; Fax: 610-285-9928; Email: request info; Web: www.palramamericas.com
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs; coordinate with requirements of Division 1 section on product options and substitutions.
		B.	Substitutions: Not permitted.
		C.	Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01600.
	2.2	POLYCARBONATE SHEETS
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following product if not required for project.
		A.	Multi-Wall Structured Polycarbonate Sheets: Provide polycarbonate sheets complying with the following requirements:
			1.	Material: Multi-wall polycarbonate sheets, UV resistant, self-extinguishing, with abrasion-resistant hardcoat surface treatment both sides.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete style not required for project.
			2.	Style: Twin wall.
			3.	Style: Triple wall.
			4.	Style: Triple wall tunnel-shaped.
			5.	Style: Structured.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete thicknesses not required for project.
			6.	Thickness: 5/32 inch (4 mm).
			7.	Thickness: 11/64 inch (5 mm).
			8.	Thickness: 1/4 inch (6 mm).
			9.	Thickness: 5/16 inch (8 mm)
			10.	Thickness: 3/8 inch (10 mm).
			11.	Thickness: 5/8 inch (16 mm).
			12.	Thickness: 1 inch (25 mm).
			13.	Thickness: 1-1/4 inch (32 mm).
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete widths not required for project.
			14.	Width: 48 inches (1219 mm).
			15.	Width: 72 inches (1829 mm).
			16.	Width: 82 inches (2083 mm).
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete length if indicated on Drawings. Otherwise, revise subparagraph below to indicate appropriate length between 6 feet (1829 mm) and 40 feet (12192 mm).
			17.	Length: [6 feet (1829 mm) to 40 feet (12192 mm)].
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete R-Values not required for project. Match with manufacturer's literature for thickness.
			18.	R-Value: 1.49.
			19.	R-Value: 1.51.
			20.	R-Value: 1.62.
			21.	R-Value: 1.72.
			22.	R-Value: 1.89.
			23.	R-Value: 1.99.
			24.	R-Value: 2.08.
			25.	R-Value: 2.36.
			26.	R-Value: 3.33.
			27.	R-Value: 3.79.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete colors not required for project.
			28.	Color: Clear.
			29.	Color: Bronze.
			30.	Color: Opal (white diffused).
			31.	Color: Sky Blue (transparent).
			32.	Color: Sea Green (transparent).
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Manufacturer offers co-extruded solar control options in 2 colors. Minimum order quantities apply. Delete solar control options below to suit project requirements.
			33.	Solar Control Options: Solar Metallic.
			34.	Solar Control Options: Solar Ice.
			35.	Solar Control Options: SUNLITE UV2, UV protection on 2 sides.
			36.	Solar Control Options: SUNLITE Plus, anticondensation treatment on 1 side.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Consult polycarbonate manufacturer's product literature to select appropriate rates for the 9 categories below based on specified product.
			37.	Percent Light Transmission (ASTM D1003): ________.
			38.	Percent Light Reflection (ASTM E424): ________.
			39.	Percent Light Absorption: ________.
			40.	Percent Direct Solar Transmission (ASTM E424): ________.
			41.	Percent Solar Reflection (ASTM E424): ________.
			42.	Percent Solar Absorption (ASTM E424): ________.
			43.	Total Solar Transmission (ASTM E424): ________.
			44.	Total Solar Reflection (ASTM E424): ________.
			45.	Shading Coefficient (ASTM E424): ________.
			46.	Acceptable Products: Multi-Wall Suntuf Sunlite Sheets.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following product if not required for project.
		B.	Corrugated Polycarbonate Sheets: Provide polycarbonate sheets complying with the following requirements:
			1.	Material: Polycarbonate sheets, UV resistant, self-extinguishing, with abrasion-resistant hardcoat surface treatment both sides.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete style not required for project.
			2.	Style: Corrugated.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Consult polycarbonate manufacturer's product literature to select appropriate rates for the 9 categories below based on specified product.
			3.	Percent Light Transmission (ASTM D1003): ________.
			4.	Percent Light Reflection (ASTM E424): ________.
			5.	Percent Light Absorption: ________.
			6.	Percent Direct Solar Transmission (ASTM E424): ________.
			7.	Percent Solar Reflection (ASTM E424): ________.
			8.	Percent Solar Absorption (ASTM E424): ________.
			9.	Total Solar Transmission (ASTM E424): ________.
			10.	Total Solar Reflection (ASTM E424): ________.
			11.	Shading Coefficient (ASTM E424): ________.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete profile not required for project.
			12.	Profile: 7.2 inches (183 mm) corrugation.
			13.	Profile: 9 inches (229 mm) corrugation.
			14.	Profile: 12 inches (305 mm) corrugation.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete width and thickness not required for project.
			15.	Width and Thickness: 38 inches (965 mm), 0.032 inch (0.8 mm).
			16.	Width and Thickness: 24 inches (610 mm), 0.060 inch (1.5 mm).
			17.	Acceptable Products: Corrugated Suntuf SunSky Corrugated Sheets.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Specify subordinate or secondary items that aid and assist primary products specified above or are necessary for preparation or installation of those items.
	2.3	ACCESSORIES
		A.	Compression Gaskets:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete material not required for project.
			1.	Material: Extruded or molded gaskets of the following material. Do not use PVC gaskets.
				a.	EPDM.
				b.	Siliconized EPDM.
				c.	Neoprene.
				d.	Santoprene.
			2.	Profile: Profile and hardness required to maintain watertight seal.
			3.	Manufacturer: Acceptable to glazing and sealant manufacturers.
		B.	Setting Blocks:
			1.	Material: EPDM blocks as required for compatibility with glazing sealant and plastic glazing and of hardness recommended by glazing manufacturer.
			2.	Manufacturer: Acceptable to glazing and sealant manufacturers.
		C.	Compressible Filler Rods:
			1.	Material: Closed cell of waterproof jacketed rod stock of synthetic rubber or plastic foam.
			2.	Manufacturer: Acceptable to glazing and sealant manufacturers.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Sealants which are ammonia releasing or solvent based will chemically attack these polycarbonate materials. Use manufacturer recommended or approved silicones only.
		D.	Joint Sealants:
			1.	Material: Silicone sealant as provided or approved by polycarbonate panel manufacturer.
		E.	Pre-Formed Tape Sealant:
			1.	Material: Preformed, butyl-rubber-based tape for glazing purposes, with or without continuous spacer rod as recommended by manufacturer.
			2.	Manufacturer: Acceptable to glazing and sealant manufacturers.
		F.	Attachment Profiles:
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete profiles not required for project.
			1.	Material: Basic inverted-H polycarbonate connecting profile.
			2.	Material: 2-part polycarbonate connecting profile.
			3.	Material: Combination metal and plastic 2-part connecting profile.
			4.	Material: Basic inverted-H polycarbonate connecting profile.
			5.	Material: Wood connecting profiles.
			6.	Material: Metal connecting profiles.
		G.	Fasteners:
			1.	Material: Corrosion protected steel.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete screw types not required for project. Verify appropriate fastener types with polycarbonate manufacturer.
			2.	Screw Type: Self-tapping with manufacturer-approved washer.
			3.	Screw Type: Self-drilling with manufacturer-approved washer.
			4.	Screw Type: Wood screw with manufacturer-approved washer.
			5.	Screw Type: Metal screw with manufacturer-approved washer.
			6.	Size: Comply with manufacturer's recommendations for specific application.
	PART 3	EXECUTION
	3.1	EXAMINATION
		A.	Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly prepared.
		B.	Site Verification of Conditions:
			1.	Verify that site conditions are acceptable for installation of polycarbonate sheets.
				a.	Examine and verify that frame openings are correct size and conform to recommendations of polycarbonate sheet manufacturer.
			2.	Do not proceed with installation of polycarbonate sheets until unacceptable conditions are corrected.
	3.2	PREPARATION
		A.	Protect plastic surfaces from abrasion and damage during handling and installation.
		B.	Surface Preparation:
			1.	Remove burrs and other projections from glazing channel surfaces.
			2.	Immediately before glazing, clean glazing channels and framing members with a compatible solvent and wipe dry. Do not allow solvent to pool in glazing channels.
			3.	Remove coatings not permanently bonded to substrates by peeling back factory applied protective masking sufficient distance for edge engagement.
			4.	Remove lacquer from metal surfaces where elastomeric sealants are to be used.
	3.3	INSTALLATION
		A.	General:
			1.	Use standard workshop equipment such as circular saws and jigsaws to make cuts to polycarbonate panels.
			2.	Blow dust from channels immediately after sawing and seal (each end) with recommended sealing or vent tape.
			3.	Drill with hand or power drill using metal working bits.
			4.	Install panels with rib channels in direction of slope.
			5.	Comply with manufacturer's recommendations for edge engagement and expansion allowance.
			6.	Employ sealants and glazing accessories that have been approved by manufacturer of plastic glazing sheet only.
			7.	Remove protective masking immediately after glazing operations are completed.
		B.	Tape Glazing:
			1.	Position tapes on fixed stops.
			2.	Install tapes continuously.
			3.	Do not stretch tapes to fit opening.
			4.	Place joints in tapes at corners of opening with adjoining lengths butted together, not lapped.
			5.	Seal joints in tapes with compatible sealant.
		C.	Gasket Glazing:
			1.	Fabricate compression gaskets to fit openings exactly.
			2.	Secure compression gaskets in place with joints located at corners to compress gaskets, producing weathertight seal.
			3.	Seal gasket joints with compatible silicone sealant.
		D.	Sealant Glazing:
			1.	Install continuous spacers between plastic glazing panels and glazing stops to maintain panel clearances.
			2.	Prevent sealant from extruding into weep systems until sealants cure.
			3.	Secure spacers in position for optimum sealant performance.
			4.	Force sealants into glazing channels to eliminate voids.
			5.	Tool exposed surfaces of sealants.
	3.4	CLEANING
		A.	After installation and before Owner acceptance, comply with the following cleaning procedure:
			1.	Rinse panel surfaces with clean, lukewarm water to remove loose dust particles.
			2.	Do not use synthetic cloth, abrasive cleaners, scrapers, squeegees, highly alkaline detergents, sharp instruments or dry cleaning with rags or brushes.
			3.	Using mild detergent (no abrasives or solvents), wash panel with soft sponge or brush soaked in detergent solution.
			4.	Rinse panel surfaces with clean, lukewarm water and dry with a clean cotton cloth to avoid spotting.
	3.5	PROTECTION
		A.	Protect installed products from damage by subsequent construction activities, until completion of Project.
		B.	Field repair of damaged product finishes is prohibited. Replace products that have been damaged by subsequent construction activities.
	END OF SECTION