SECTION 08 53 13

VINYL WINDOWS AND PATIO DOORS, ALUMINUM CLAD VINYL WINDOWS AND PATIO DOORS

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PART 1    GENERAL
1.1	SECTION INCLUDES
A.	Vinyl windows.
B.	Aluminum clad vinyl windows.
C.	Vinyl patio doors.
D.	Aluminum clad patio doors.
1.2	RELATED SECTIONS
A.	Section 06 10 00 - Rough Carpentry.
1.3	REFERENCES
A.	AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440 - NAFS - North American Fenestration Standard/Specification for windows, doors and skylights.
B.	CSA A440S1 - Canadian Supplement to AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440 - NAFS.
C.	U.S. Department of Energy - Energy Star Windows Program.
D.	National Resources Canada - Energy Star Windows Program.
E.	National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) 100 - Procedure for Determining Fenestration Product U-factors.
F.	National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) 200 - Procedure for Determining Fenestration Product Solar Heat Gain Coefficient and Visible Transmittance at Normal Incidence.
G.	National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) 700 - Product Certification Program.
1.4	SUBMITTALS
A.	Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements.
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: Provide drawing elevations of each opening with details of rough openings, anchorage and installation.
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.
1.5	QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.	Manufacturer Qualifications: Minimum 5 year experience manufacturing similar products.
B.	Installer Qualifications: Minimum 2 year experience installing similar products.
C.	Mock-Up: Provide a mock-up for evaluation of surface preparation techniques and application workmanship.
1.	Finish areas designated by Architect.
2.	Do not proceed with remaining work until workmanship is approved by Architect.
3.	Refinish mock-up area as required to produce acceptable work.
1.6	PRE-INSTALLATION MEETINGS
A.	Convene minimum two weeks prior to starting work of this section.
1.7	DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A.	Deliver and store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging bearing the brand name and manufacturer's identification until ready for installation.
B.	Handling: Handle materials to avoid damage.
1.8	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 recommended limits.
1.9	SEQUENCING
A.	Ensure that products of this section are supplied to affected trades in time to prevent interruption of construction progress.
1.10	WARRANTY
A.	Manufacturer warrants the following for its window products:
1.	Unless otherwise specifically noted, skilled labor to repair or replace any affected component shall be provided for two years from the date of delivery.
2.	IGU failure (evidenced by moisture within the IGU caused by failure of the hermetic seal), manufacturer shall supply a replacement unit (or complete sash, including IGU, at manufacturer's discretion) for the failed unit free of charge for as long as the ownership of the home by the purchaser.
3.	Vinyl Window Extrusions: Peeling, cracking, flaking or blistering under normal use, application and proper care are warranted for twenty years from the date of delivery.
4.	Factory Painted Vinyl and Aluminum Extrusions: Peeling, cracking, flaking or blistering under normal use, application and proper care are warranted for ten years from the date of delivery.
PART 2    PRODUCTS
2.1	MANUFACTURERS
A.	Acceptable Manufacturer: Ply Gem Canada 7140 40 St. S.E. Calgary, AB, Canada T2C 2B6;
 Toll Free Tel:  (800) 297-6102; Email:  canada@plygem.com; Web:  https://www.plygem.ca
B.	Substitutions: Not permitted.
C.	Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01 60 00 - Product Requirements.
2.2	PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
A.	Product Standard: Comply with AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440 for minimum standards of performance, materials, components, accessories, and fabrication unless more stringent requirements are indicated.
B.	Performance Class and Grade: Rated per AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440.
1.	In Canada, Performance Grades for windows, doors and skylights shall be selected according to the Canadian Supplement A440S1 so as to be appropriate for the conditions and geographic location in which the window, door or skylight will be installed.
C.	Thermal Transmittance: Tested and certified per NFRC 100 maximum total fenestration product U-factor.
D.	Solar Heat-Gain Coefficient (SHGC): Tested and certified per NFRC 200 maximum total fenestration product SHGC.
2.3	DOUBLE GLAZED VINYL WINDOWS
A.	Product: Vista as manufactured by Ply Gem Canada.
1.	Style: Slider.
2.	Style: Single hung.
B.	Sizes: Refer to Drawings.
C.	Finish: Frame Color:  White. Hardware Color:  White.
D.	Grille:
1.	Design: SDL.
2.	Design: SML.
3.	Pattern: 1 inch (25 mm) flat.
4.	Pattern: 5/8 inch (16 mm) flat.
5.	Pattern: 5/16 inch (8 mm) flat.
2.4	DUAL AND TRIPLE GLAZED VINYL WINDOWS - COMFORT SERIES 
A.	Product:  Comfort as manufactured by Ply Gem Canada. 
1.	Style:  Fixed casement. 
2.	Style:  Advanced horizontal slider.
3.	Style:  Casement. 
4.	Style:  Advanced single hung.
5.	Style:  Picture. 
6.	Style:  Awning. 
7.	Finish:  Frame Color:  White. 
8.	Finish:  Applied Exterior Frame Color:  None (Frame Color). 
9.	Finish:  Applied Exterior Frame Color:  Fusion Color Wrap Black. 
10.	Finish:  Applied Exterior Frame Color:  Fusion Color Quartz Grey. 
11.	Finish:  Applied Exterior Frame Color:  Fusion Color Saddle Brown. 
12.	Finish:  Applied Interior Frame Color:  None (Frame Color). 
13.	Finish:  Applied Interior Frame Color:  Fusion Color Wrap Black. 
14.	Finish:  Applied Interior Frame Color:  Fusion Color Wrap Quartz Grey. 
15.	Finish:  Applied Interior Frame Color:  Fusion Color Wrap Saddle Brown. 
16.	Finish:  Applied Interior Frame Color:  Fusion Color Wrap Paintable-Stainable Woodgrain. 
17.	Hardware Color:  White. 
18.	Hardware Color:  Black. 
B.	Sizes:  Refer to Drawings. 
C.	Grille: 
1.	Design:  SDL. 
2.	Design:  SML. 
3.	Pattern:  1 inch (25 mm) flat. 
4.	Pattern:  5/8 inch (16 mm) flat. 
5.	Pattern:  5/16 inch (8 mm) flat. 
2.5	ALUMINUM CLAD VINYL WINDOWS AND PATIO DOORS
A.	Product: Design Series as manufactured by Ply Gem Canada.
1.	Exterior and Interior Clad: Fully extruded aluminum cladding.
a.	Steel reinforcement is added within vinyl components to provide necessary structural rigidity. 
b.	Continuous Head and Sill:  Ensures a watertight frame, a continuous nailing fin, and stronger configurations compared to mulled systems. 
c.	Thermal Performance"  Equivalent to, or in excess of, traditional vinyl windows. Extruded gaskets separate metal from glass to block thermal transfer. Air boundaries between aluminum and vinyl create thermal performance. 
d.	Double or Triple glazing:  Available with a variety of options. 
e.	Folding Hardware:  Available in eleven colors. 
f.	Multiple grille types in an array of colors and patterns. 
g.	Doors:  In glass blinds and toe locks. 
2.	Sizes: Refer to Drawings.
3.	Window Style:  Casement. 
4.	Window Style:  Awning. 
5.	Window Style:  Fixed. 
6.	Window Style:  Curved top. 
7.	Window Style:  Picture. 
8.	Window Style:  Advanced horizontal slider.
9.	Window Style:  Rake. 
10.	Window Style:  Advanced single hung slider.
11.	Door Style:  Sliding. 
12.	Finish: 
a.	Applied Interior Frame Color:  White AAMA 2604 high performance organic coating. 
b.	Applied Interior Frame Color:  Fusion Color Wrap Black. 
c.	Applied Interior Frame Color:  Fusion Color Wrap Quartz Grey. 
d.	Applied Interior Frame Color:  Fusion Color Wrap Saddle Brown. 
e.	Applied Interior Frame Color:  Fusion Color Wrap Paintable-Stainable 
f.	Exterior Frame Color:  White AAMA 2603 organic coating. 
g.	Exterior Frame Color:  Beige AAMA 2603 organic coating. 
h.	Exterior Frame Color:  Slate Grey AAMA 2603 organic coating. 
i.	Exterior Frame Color:  Clear Anodized Class II, 10 micrometer film thickness. 
j.	Exterior Frame Color:  Brown AAMA 2604 high performance organic coating. 
k.	Exterior Frame Color:  Black AAMA 2604 high performance organic coating. 
13.	Hardware Color:  White. 
14.	Hardware Color:  Black. 
15.	Hardware Color:  Brushed Chrome. 
16.	Grille Patterns:  Prairie. 
17.	Grille Patterns:  Craftsman. 
18.	Grille Patterns:  Ladder. 
19.	Grille Patterns:  Colonial. 
20.	In-Glass Grille Style:  5/16 inch (8 mm) Flat. 
21.	In-Glass Grille Style:  5/8 inch (16 mm) Flat. 
22.	In-Glass Grille Style:  1 inch (25 mm) Flat. 
23.	Exterior Grille Style:  2 inch (51 mm) Simulated Divided Mullion. 
24.	Exterior Grille Style:  1 inch (25 mm) Simulated Divided Lite.
B.	Product: Design Architectural as manufactured by Ply Gem Canada.
1.	Exterior and Interior Clad:
2.	Sizes: Refer to Drawings.
3.	Style:
a.	Fixed casement.
b.	Casement.
c.	Picture/Direct Set.
4.	Finish:
a.	Applied interior frame color: Black AAMA 2604 high performance organic coating.
b.	Exterior Frame Color: White AAMA 2603 organic coating.
c.	Exterior Frame Color: Beige AAMA 2603 organic coating.
d.	Exterior Frame Color: Slate Grey AAMA 2603 organic coating.
e.	Exterior Frame Color:  Clear Anodized Class II, 10 micrometer film thickness. 
f.	Exterior Frame Color:  Brown AAMA 2604 high performance organic coating. 
g.	Exterior Frame Color:  Black AAMA 2604 high performance organic coating. 
h.	Hardware Color:  Black. 
i.	Hardware Color:  Brushed Chrome. 
5.	Grille: 
a.	Design:  SDL. 
b.	Design:  SML. 
c.	Pattern:  1 inch (25 mm) flat. 
d.	Pattern:  5/8 inch (16 mm) flat. 
e.	Pattern:  5/16 inch (8 mm) flat. 
2.6	ALUMINUM CLAD WOOD WINDOWS 
A.	Product:  Signature Series as manufactured by Ply Gem Canada. 
1.	Exterior Clad:  The interior can be stained to bring out the fine grain or painted to match your decor. Aluminum cladding on the exterior protects the exterior from moisture and will never need painting. Available in a variety of colors. 
a.	No need for exterior finishing and regular maintenance. 
b.	Heavy, impact-resistant fully extruded aluminum components.  
1)	Sash:  1-7/8 inch (48 mm) thick. 
c.	Frame Corners:  Reinforced with molded structural corner keys and injected with silicone for resistance to water and air infiltration. 
d.	Sash Components:  Connected with sealed and mechanically fastened mortise and tenon joints. 
e.	Interior:   Stain grade, solid Pine, precision machined to a smooth finish for ease of staining or painting. 
f.	Double or triple glazing available with a variety of glass options to maximize energy efficiency. 
g.	Screens are available in seven prefinished colors, plus stainable wood grain. 
h.	Folding hardware available in eleven colors. 
i.	Choose from multiple grille types in an array of colors and patterns. 
2.	Sizes:  Refer to Drawings. 
3.	Window Style:  Casement. 
4.	Window Style:  Awning. 
5.	Window Style:  Fixed. 
6.	Window Style:  Curved top. 
7.	Window Style:  Picture. 
8.	Window Style:  Rake. 
9.	Finish: 
a.	Interior Frame Color:  Pine wood interior. 
b.	Exterior Frame Color:  White AAMA 2603 organic coating. 
c.	Exterior Frame Color:  Beige AAMA 2603 organic coating. 
d.	Exterior Frame Color:  Slate Grey AAMA 2603 organic coating. 
e.	Exterior Frame Color:  Clear Anodized Class II, 10 micrometer film thickness. 
f.	Exterior Frame Color:  Brown AAMA 2604 high performance organic coating. 
g.	Exterior Frame Color:  Black AAMA 2604 high performance organic coating. 
10.	Hardware Color:  Black. 
11.	Hardware Color:  White. 
12.	Grille Patterns:  Prairie. 
13.	Grille Patterns:  Craftsman. 
14.	Grille Patterns:  Ladder. 
15.	Grille Patterns:  Colonial. 
16.	In-Glass Grille Styles:  5/16 inch (8 mm) Flat. 
17.	In-Glass Grille Styles:  5/8 inch (16 mm) Flat. 
18.	In-Glass Grille Styles:  1 inch (25 mm) Flat.
19.	Exterior Grille Styles:  2 inch (51 mm) Wood Simulated Divided Mullion.
20.	Exterior Grille Styles:  1 inch (25 mm) Wood Simulated Divided Lite. 
21.	Exterior Grille Styles:  2 inch (51 mm) Aluminum Simulated Divided Lite. 
22.	Exterior Grille Styles:  1 inch (25 mm) Aluminum Simulated Divided Lite.
2.7	GLAZING
A.	IGU Performance:
1.	ENERGY STAR Canada (2020):  One Zone.
2.	Energy Efficiency Requirement - BCBC Section 9.36 Zone:  _____.
3.	Energy Efficiency Requirement - NBC Section 9.36 Zone: _____.
4.	Glass Thickness: _____.
5.	OD: _____.
6.	Grills: _____.
7.	U-Value Imperial: _____.
8.	U-Value Metric: _____.
9.	Energy Rating: _____.
10.	SHGC: _____.
11.	VT:  _____.
12.	CR: _____.
B.	IGU Unit Construction - Primary LowE:
1.	Eco Max Shield 366. 
2.	Eco Shield 270.
3.	Eco Gain 180.
C.	Secondary LowE: 
1.	Double Glazed:  
a.	i89 (Surface No. 4) .
2.	Triple Glazed: 
a.	Eco Gain 180. 
b.	Same as Primary LowE .
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.
3.3	INSTALLATION
A.	Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and in proper relationship with adjacent construction.
3.4	PROTECTION
A.	Protect installed products until completion of project.
B.	Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.

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