SECTION 08 60 00

ROOF WINDOWS AND SKYLIGHTS

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PART 1    GENERAL
1.1	SECTION INCLUDES
A.	Electrically operated glazed skylight and roof access hatch. 
B.	Skyview skylight.
C.	Fire rated skylight.
D.	Horizontal walkable glass skylight.
1.2	RELATED SECTIONS
A.	Section 06 10 00 - Rough Carpentry.
B.	Section 07 72 33 - Roof and Floor Hatches.
C.	Section 08 31 13 - Access Doors and Frames.
1.3	REFERENCES
A.	European Standards (EN):
1.	EN 1363 - Fire Resistance Tests.
2.	EN 1634 - Fire Resistance and Smoke Control Tests for Door and Shutter Assemblies, Openable Windows and Elements of Building Hardware.
B.	International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC):
1.	IEC 60529 - Ingress Protection Testing. IP Code Testing.
C.	Underwriters Laboratories (UL):
1.	UL-EU Mark - UL Listed for Europe.
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.
C.	Verification Samples, Glass: Two representative units of each type, size, pattern and color of glass.
D.	Shop Drawings: 
1.	Include details of materials, construction and finish. 
2.	Installation details including anchorage to structural substrate, flashing, and transition to adjacent materials.
3.	Including power requirements and wiring diagrams.
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.
1.6	PRE-INSTALLATION CONFERENCE
A.	Convene a conference approximately two weeks before scheduled commencement of the Work. Attendees shall include Architect, Contractor and trades involved. Agenda shall include schedule, responsibilities, critical path items and approvals.
1.7	DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A.	Store and handle in strict compliance with manufacturer's written instructions and recommendations.
B.	Protect from damage due to weather, excessive temperature, and construction operations.
1.8	PROJECT CONDITIONS
A.	Maintain design clearances from adjacent walls and other roof equipment, to prevent damage during installation and use.
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 recommended limits.
1.9	WARRANTY
A.	Manufacturer's standard limited warranty unless indicated otherwise.
PART 2    PRODUCTS
2.1	MANUFACTURERS
A.	Acceptable Manufacturer: Surespan, which is located at:<BR />1 International Plaza, Suite 550<BR />Philadelphia, PA 19113<BR />Tel: 717-305-4694<BR />Email: request info (sales@surespancovers.com);Web: https://surespancovers.us 
B.	Substitutions: Not permitted.
C.	Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01 25 00 - Substitution Procedures.
2.2	ELECTRICALLY OPERATED GLAZED SKYLIGHT AND ROOF HATCH
A.	Basis of Design: Aero Access Skylight, SUN-AERO-ACCESS as manufactured by Sunsquare. 
1.	Description: Electrically operated glazed skylight and roof access, thermally broken aluminum construction, with optional insulated curb. Install on a recommended 5 degree, minimum 3 degree pitch to prevent water ponding.
2.	Size: 36 x 36 inches (900 x 900 mm).
3.	Size: 40 x 30 inches (1000 x 800 mm).
4.	Size: 40 x 40 inches (1000 x1000 mm).
5.	Size: 40 x 48 inches (1000 x 1200 mm).
6.	Size: 40 x 60 inches (1000 x 1500 mm).
7.	Size: 40 x 80 inches (1000 x 2000 mm).
8.	Size: 40 x 100 inches (1000 x 2500 mm).
9.	Size: 48 x 48 inches (1200 x1200 mm).
10.	Size: 48 inches x 30 inches (1200 x 800 mm).
11.	Size: 96 inches x 36 inches (2400 x 900 mm).
12.	Size: Custom. Refer to Drawings.
B.	Skylight Glazing:
1.	Glazing: Standard high-performance glazing. 
a.	Outer Pane: 0.25 inch (6 mm) toughened soft coat low E.
b.	Air Space: Argon filled, silicone sealed cavity, with black warm edge spacer bar.
c.	Inner Pane: 0.45 inch (11.5 mm) laminated, heat strengthened.
d.	Light Transmittance: 74 percent.
e.	Solar Factor: 0.37.
f.	Glass U-Factor: 0.19 Btu/hr2/deg F (1.1 W/m2K).
2.	Glazing: Solar Control Glazing.
3.	Glazing: LCD Switchable Privacy Glazing.
4.	Glazing: Mansafe.
5.	Glazing Option: Self-cleaning photocatalytic coating and hydrophilic properties.
6.	Glazing Option: Advanced Triple glazing with Suspended-film technology to achieve U-values around 0.070 Btu/hr2/degF (0.4 W/m^2K).
C.	Operation: Electric. 
1.	Heavy-duty 24v DC Actuator. 
2.	Control panel with battery back-up.
3.	Internal push button.
4.	External key switch.
D.	Finish: Powder coated, RAL colors.
1.	Internal Color: RAL9010.
2.	Internal Color: As selected by the Architect or as detailed on the Drawings.
3.	External Color: RAL7015 Anthracite Grey.
4.	External Color: As selected by the Architect or as detailed on the Drawings.
E.	Options:
1.	Rain sensor and weather sensor.
2.	Fixed external keypad.
3.	Remote Control Fob.
4.	Wall Switch with Smart Home Integration. 
5.	Solar charge panel.
2.3	SKYVIEW SKYLIGHT
A.	Basis of Design: SkyView Rooflight, SUN-SKYVIEW as manufactured by Sunsquare. 
1.	Description: Flat glazed skylight, thermally broken aluminum construction, with optional insulated curb. Install on a recommended 5 degree, minimum 3 degree pitch to prevent water ponding.
2.	Size: 30 x 30 inches (800 x 800 mm).
3.	Size: 40 x 40 inches (1000 x1000 mm).
4.	Size: 40 x 30 inches (1000 x 800 mm).
5.	Size: 40 x 80 (1000 x 2000 mm).
6.	Size: 40 x 100 inches (1000 x 2500 mm).
7.	Size: 40 x 60 inches (1000 x 1500 mm).
8.	Size: 48 x 48 inches (1200 x 1200 mm).
9.	Size: 48 inches x 30 inches (1200 x 800 mm).
10.	Size: 55 x 55 inches (1400 x 1400 mm).
11.	Size: 96 x 36 inches (2400 x 900 mm).
12.	Size: Custom. Refer to Drawings.
B.	Skylight Glazing:
1.	Glazing: Standard high-performance glazing: 
a.	Outer Pane: 0.25 inch (6 mm) toughened soft coat low E.
b.	Air Space: Argon filled, with 14 mm black warm edge spacer bar.
c.	Inner Pane: 0.45 inch (11.5 mm) clear laminated heat-strengthened glass.
1)	Light Transmittance: 74 percent.
2)	Solar Factor: 0.37.
3)	Glass U-Factor: 0.19 Btu/hr2/deg F (1.1 W/m2K).
2.	Skylight Glazing: Solar Control Glazing.
3.	Skylight Glazing: LCD Switchable Privacy Glazing.
4.	Skylight Glazing: Mansafe.
5.	Skylight Glazing Option: Self-cleaning photocatalytic coating and hydrophilic properties.
6.	Skylight Glazing Option: Advanced Triple glazing with Suspended-film technology to achieve U-values around 0.070 Btu/hr2/degF (0.4 W/m^2K).
C.	Finish: Powder coated.
1.	Internal Color: RAL9010.
2.	Internal Color: As selected by the Architect or as detailed on the Drawings.
3.	External Color: RAL7015 Anthracite Grey.
4.	External Color: As selected by the Architect or as detailed on the Drawings.
2.4	FIRE RATED SKYLIGHT
A.	Basis of Design: Fire Rated SkyView Rooflight, SUN-SKYVIEW as manufactured by Sunsquare. 
1.	Description: Glazed skylight, thermally broken aluminum construction, and optional insulated curb. Install on a minimum 5 degree pitch to prevent water ponding.
2.	Size: Custom size. Refer to Drawings. 
B.	Skylight Glazing:
1.	Glazing: Standard insulated high-performance fire rated glazing: 
a.	Rating: EI60 - Integrity and Insulation defined as no flames, smoke, gas or heat transfer.
b.	Type 30/30.
c.	Type 60/60
d.	Outer Pane: 0.25 inch (6 mm) toughened soft coat low E.
e.	Air Space: 0.50 inch (12 mm) Argon filled, silicone sealed cavity, with black warm edge spacer bar.
f.	Inner Pane: 0.45 inch (11.5 mm) laminated.
g.	Basis of Engineering: Pyrobel EI60/H28.
2.	Glazing Option: Self-cleaning photocatalytic coating and hydrophilic properties.
3.	Glazing Option: Enhanced solar protection SN70/35.
C.	Finish: Powder coated.
1.	Internal Color: RAL9010.
2.	Internal Color: As selected by the Architect or as detailed on the Drawings.
3.	External Color: RAL7015 Anthracite Grey.
4.	External Color: As selected by the Architect or as detailed on the Drawings.
2.5	HORIZONTAL WALKABLE GLASS SKYLIGHT
A.	Basis of Design: Horizon External Walk-On Glass Rooflights as manufactured by Sunsquare. 
1.	Description: Factory glazed frames constructed from extruded aluminum profile, thermally broken with polyamide insulation sections.
2.	Walk-on glass floors supporting following loads: 
a.	Uniformly spread load (UDL) of up to 104.427 lbf/f2 (5.0 kN/m2).
b.	Concentrated load of up to 94 lbf (4.5 kN).
3.	Size: 30 x 30 inches (800 x 800 mm).
4.	Size: 40 x 40 inches (1000 x1000 mm).
5.	Size: 40 x 48 inches (1000 x 1200 mm).
6.	Size: 40 x 30 inches (1000 x 800 mm).
7.	Size: 40 x 80 (1000 x 2000 mm).
8.	Size: 40 x 100 inches (1000 x 2500 mm).
9.	Size: 40 x 60 inches (1000 x 1500 mm).
10.	Size: 48 x 48 inches (1200 x1200 mm).
11.	Size: 48 inches x 30 inches (1200 x 800 mm).
12.	Size: 55 x 55 inches (1400 x 1400 mm).
13.	Size: Custom. Refer to Drawings.
B.	Glazing:
1.	Standard high-performance glazing: 
a.	Overall Thickness: 1.9 inches (48.3 mm).
b.	Outer Pane: 0.25 inch (6 mm) toughened soft coat low E.
c.	Air Space: Argon filled, silicone sealed cavity, with black warm edge spacer bar.
d.	Inner Pane: 0.346 inch (8.8 mm) laminated.
e.	Opaque Band: Edge band to conceal framing details.
2.	Glazing: Solar Control Glazing.
3.	Glazing: LCD Switchable Privacy Glazing.
4.	Anti-Slip Sandblast Pattern: Trust.
5.	Anti-Slip Sandblast Pattern: Secret.
6.	Anti-Slip Sandblast Pattern: Elegance.
7.	Anti-Slip Sandblast Pattern: Dream.
8.	Anti-Slip Sandblast Pattern: Comfort.
C.	Finish: Powder coated.
1.	Internal Color: RAL9010.
2.	Internal Color: As selected by the Architect or as detailed on the Drawings.
3.	External Color: RAL7015 Anthracite Grey.
4.	External Color: As selected by the Architect or as detailed on the Drawings.
PART 3    EXECUTION
3.1	EXAMINATION
A.	Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly constructed and prepared.
B.	If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect in writing 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, approved submittals, and in proper relationship with adjacent construction.
3.4	FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A.	Field Inspection: Coordinate field inspection in accordance with appropriate sections in Division 01.
B.	Manufacturer's Services: Coordinate manufacturer's services in accordance with appropriate sections in Division 01.
3.5	CLEANING AND PROTECTION
A.	Clean products in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations.
B.	Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.

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