SECTION 10710

EXTERIOR SHUTTERS - ALUMINUM

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PART 1    GENERAL
1.1	RELATED SECTIONS
A.	Functional exterior aluminum shutters.
B.	Exterior shutter hardware.
1.2	RELATED SECTIONS
A.	Section 09900 - Paints and Coatings.
1.3	REFERENCES
A.	ASTM International (ASTM):
1.	ASTM C177 - Standard Test Method for Steady-State Heat Flux Measurements and Thermal Transmission Properties by Means of the Guarded-Hot-Plate Apparatus.
B.	American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA):
1.	AAMA 2605 - Superior Performance Metal Finishes.
1.4	SUBMITTALS
A.	Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
B.	Shop Drawings: Show materials, layout, dimensions, profiles, fasteners and anchors, hardware, finishes, and interface with adjacent construction.
C.	Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used.
1.	Preparation instructions and recommendations.
2.	Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
3.	Installation methods.
D.	Selection Samples: For each finish product specified, two complete sets of color chips representing manufacturer's 26 standard colors or Custom Colors.
E.	Verification Samples: For each finish product specified, one sample, minimum size 12 inches (305 mm) square, representing actual product, color, and textures.
1.5	QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.	Manufacturer Qualifications: Company specializing in manufacturing products specified in this section with a minimum five years documented experience.
B.	Installer Qualifications: Company specializing in performing Work of this section with minimum two years documented experience with projects of similar scope and complexity.
C.	Source Limitations: Provide each type of product from a single manufacturing source to ensure uniformity.
D.	Mock-Up: Construct a mock-up with actual materials in sufficient time for Architect's review and to not delay construction progress. Locate mock-up as acceptable to Architect and provide temporary foundations and support.
1.	Intent of mock-up is to demonstrate quality of workmanship and visual appearance.
2.	If mock-up is not acceptable, rebuild mock-up until satisfactory results are achieved.
3.	Retain mock-up during construction as a standard for comparison with completed work. 
1.6	DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A.	Deliver materials to site in manufacturer's original, unopened packaging, with labels clearly identifying product name and manufacturer.
B.	Store materials in a clean, cool, and dry area in an upright position and in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. Do not leave unopened shutters in extreme heat and direct sunlight.
C.	Protect materials during handling and installation to prevent damage.
1.7	PROJECT CONDITIONS
A.	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.
1.8	WARRANTY
A.	Lifetime warranty on structural components and finish under normal weather conditions. Warranty is limited to the original purchaser. This is not to supersede warranty available on our website.
PART 2    PRODUCTS
2.1	MANUFACTURERS
A.	Acceptable Manufacturer: New Horizon Shutters International, LLC, which is located at:<BR />7259 Spa Rd., Suite A<BR />North Charleston, SC 29418<BR />Tel: 843-797-7762<BR />Email: request info (info+arcat@newhorizonshutters.com);Web: https://www.newhorizonshutters.com 
B.	Substitutions: Not permitted.
C.	Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01600 - Product Requirements.
2.2	PERFORMANCE AND DESIGN REQURIEMENTS
A.	Thermal Stability: Reinforced aluminum alloy structural louvers for wider spans up to 48 inch (1219 mm) and side rails finished with Sherwin Williams Polane two-part Solar Reflective Polyurethane Enamel thermally stable up to 800 degrees F (427 degrees C).
B.	Shutter Finish: Certified to AAMA 2605 specifications.
2.3	ALUMINUM SHUTTERS
A.	Aluminum Exterior Colonial Shutters by New Horizon Shutters International LLC.
1.	Fabrication:
a.	Stiles: reinforced aluminum alloy.
b.	Louvers: Aluminum.
1)	Finished Louver Thickness: 1-1/4 inch (32 mm).
c.	Finish: Sherwin Williams Polane 2-part Solar Reflective Polyurethane Enamel, oven cured.
2.	Shutter Style: Top hung Bahama.
3.	Shutter Style: Fixed shutter.
4.	Shutter Style: Side hung Colonial.
5.	Shutter Style: Custom styles available.
6.	Width: _____ inch (____ mm).
7.	Width: As indicated on the Drawings.
8.	Height: _____ inch (____ mm).
9.	Height: As indicated on the Drawings.
10.	Color: Bahama Blue 113.
11.	Color: Black 125.
12.	Color: Black Forest Green 122.
13.	Color: Board and Batten Red 110.
14.	Color: Bordeaux 111.
15.	Color: Charleston Green (New) 123.
16.	Color: Charleston Green (Old) 124.
17.	Color: Chelsea Gray 105.
18.	Color: Classic White 101.
19.	Color: Deep Sea Blue 116.
20.	Color: Driftwood 103.
21.	Color: Essex Green 119.
22.	Color: Evergreen 120.
23.	Color: Federal Brown 109.
24.	Color: Forest Green 118.
25.	Color: Hamilton Blue 115.
26.	Color: Hunter Green 117.
27.	Color: Pewter 104.
28.	Color: Polished Mahogany 112.
29.	Color: Quaker Bronze 108.
30.	Color: Roycroft Bottle Green 121.
31.	Color: Roycroft Pewter 106.
32.	Color: Stratford Blue 114.
33.	Color: Tricorn Black 126.
34.	Color: Weathered Shingle 107.
35.	Color: White 102.
36.	Color: Custom color as selected.
2.4	HARDWARE
A.	Hardware: Aluminum Exterior Colonial Shutters.
1.	Pintel Plate: Provide in same size pairs.
a.	Size: 1-1/2 x 1/8 inches (38 x 3 mm). Pin Diameter: 3/8 inch (10 mm).
b.	Size: 3/4 x 1/8 inches (19 x 3 mm). Pin diameter 3/8 inch (10 mm).
c.	Material: Type 304 stainless steel. Finish: Matte black powder coat finish.
d.	Material: Galvanized Steel. Finish: Matte black powder coat finish.
e.	Offsets: 1/2 inch (12.7 mm).
f.	Offsets: 1-1/2 inch (38 mm).
g.	Offsets: 2-1/4 inch (57 mm).
h.	Offsets: 3-1/4 inch (82.5 mm).
2.	Lag Pintel: 4 inch (102 mm). Provide in same size pairs.
a.	Material: Type 304 stainless steel. Finish: Matte black powder coat finish.
b.	Material: Galvanized Steel. Finish: Matte black powder coat finish.
3.	Lag Pintel: 6 inch (152 mm), Provide in same size pairs.
a.	Material: Type 304 stainless steel. Finish: Matte black powder coat finish.
b.	Material: Galvanized Steel. Finish: Matte black powder coat finish.
4.	Jamb Pintel (leaf pintel). Provide in same size pairs.
a.	Material: Galvanized Steel. Finish: Matte black powder coat finish.
b.	Offsets: 1-1/4 inch (32 mm).
c.	Offsets: 2-1/4 inch (57 mm).
5.	L-Hinge: 6-inch (152 mm).
a.	Material: Type 304 stainless steel. Finish: Matte black powder coat finish.
b.	Material: Galvanized Steel. Finish: Matte black powder coat finish.
c.	Offsets: 0 inch, Flat.
d.	Offsets: 1/2 inch (12.7 mm).
e.	Offsets: 1-1/2 inch (38 mm).
f.	Offsets: 2-1/4 inch (57 mm).
6.	Strap Hinge: 10 inch (254 mm): Provide in same size pairs.
a.	Material: Type 304 stainless steel. Finish: Matte black powder coat finish.
b.	Offsets: 0 inch. Flat.
c.	Offsets: 1/2 inch (13 mm).
d.	Offsets: 1-3/4 inch (45 mm).
7.	Strap Hinge: 12 inch (305 mm).
a.	Material: Type 304 stainless steel. Finish: Matte black powder coat finish.
b.	Offsets: 1 inch (25 mm).
8.	Flat Hinge (Center Hinge): 
a.	Type 304 Stainless Steel with matte black powder coat finish.
b.	Offsets: 0 inch. Flat.
c.	Offsets: 1/2 inch (12.7 mm).
d.	Offsets: 1-3/4 inch (44.5 mm).
e.	Offsets: 2-1/4 inch (57 mm).
9.	Pintel Shim: Stackable, black polyamide plastic, 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick.
10.	S Holdback: Provided in pairs.
a.	Material: Type 304 Stainless Steel. Finish: Matte black powder coat finish.
b.	Material: Aluminum. Finish: Matte black powder coat finish. 
c.	Lag Bolts, Washer, and Cotter Pin: Type 304 Stainless Steel.
11.	Shutter Slide Bolt: 12 inch (305 mm). Type 304 Stainless Steel. Finish: Matte black powder coat. Non-locking slide bolt.
12.	Acorn Holdback. Type 304 Stainless steel.
13.	Rat Tail Holdback: Aluminum with matte black powder coat finish. Provide in pairs.
B.	Hardware: Bahama Shutter Hardware only.
1.	Male Hinge: 
a.	Plate Size: 1-1/8 inch (28 mm) backplate.
2.	Female Hinge (standard) 2-3/8 inch (60 mm):
a.	Plate Size: 1-1/4 inch (32 mm) with 1/4 inch (6 mm) lip.
b.	Projection: 2-3/8 inch (60 mm).
3.	Female Hinge (one inch build out), 3-3/8 inch (86 mm):
a.	Plate Size: 1-1/4 inch (32 mm) with 1/4 inch (6 mm) lip.
b.	Projection: 3-3/8 inch (86 mm).
4.	Female Hinge (lintel) 2-3/8 inch (60 mm):
a.	Plate Size: 3-3/8 inch (86 mm) with 1/4 inch (6 mm) lip.
b.	Projection: 0 inch (0 mm).
5.	Standoff Rods: Aluminum with nylon or Type 304 Stainless Steel end caps.
6.	Standoff Rods: Aluminum telescoping.
7.	Standoff Rods: Nylon or Type 304 Stainless Steel hinges and eye end sets.
8.	Standoff Rods: Type 304 Stainless steel clevis pins. 
PART 3    EXECUTION
3.1	EXAMINATION
A.	Do not begin installation until shutters have been properly prepared.
3.2	PREPARATION
A.	Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation.
3.3	INSTALLATION
A.	Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
B.	Adjust operable units for smooth unobstructed operation.
3.4	PROTECTION
A.	Protect installed products from damage by weather and other work until Date of Substantial Completion.
B.	Touch-up and repair damaged products before Date of Substantial Completion.

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