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SECTION 08 81 00 - GLASS GLAZING
GENERAL
1.1
SECTION INCLUDES
A.
Decorative specialty glass glazing for Exterior applications, including:
“GlasPro Bird-Safe” as Manufactured by GlasPro www.glas-pro.com
B.
Glazing accessories.
Specifier: If retaining this optional article, edit paragraphs to correspond to project scope. We recommend you retain references to sections specifying work that might otherwise be incorporated in work of
this section.
1.2
RELATED SECTIONS
A.
Division 08 Section "Aluminum Frames" for interior glazed framing to receive glass and
decorative glass.
B.
Division 08 Section "Aluminum-Framed Entries and Storefronts" for interior glazed framing to
receive glass and decorative glass.
C.
Division 08 Section "All-Glass Entrances and Storefronts" for interior glazed framing to receive
glass and decorative glass
D.
Division 08 Section "Glass Glazing" for glass and decorative glass incorporated in insulating
glass units and for non-decorative monolithic glass.
E.
Division 08 Section "Mirrors" for silvered flat glass mirrors.
F.
Division 08 Section "Plastic Glazing" for acrylic and polycarbonate glazing.
Specifier: If retaining this optional article, edit list of references after editing section; retain those references cited in the edited section.
1.3
REFERENCES
A.
American National Standards Institute (ANSI):
1.
B.
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ANSI Z97.1 – American National Standard for Safety Glazing Materials Used in Buildings,
Safety Performance Specifications, and Methods of Test.
ASTM International (ASTM):
1.
ASTM C 1036 - Specification for Flat Glass.
2.
ASTM C 1048 - Specification for Heat-Treated Flat Glass - Kind HS, Kind FT Coated and
Uncoated Glass.
3.
ASTM C 1172 - Specification for Laminated Architectural Flat Glass.
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C.
Code of Federal Regulations:
1.
D.
Glass Association of North America (GANA):
1.
2.
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16 CFR 1201 - Safety Standard for Architectural Glazing Materials.
GANA Glazing Manual.
Laminated Glazing Reference Manual.
DEFINITIONS
A.
Manufacturers of Primary Glass: Firms that produce primary glass, as defined in referenced
industry publications.
B.
Manufacturers/Fabricators of Glass Products: Firms that utilize primary glass in the production
of glass products that may include heat treated glass, coated glass, and laminated glass.
1.5
SUBMITTALS
A.
Product Data: Manufacturer’s data sheets for each glass product and glazing material.
B.
Samples: Minimum 12 by 12-inch square, for each type of glass product.
C.
Glazing Schedule: Prepare schedule using designations used on Drawings.
D.
Qualification Information: For Installer firm and Installer’s manufacturer/fabricator-trained field
supervisor.
E.
Warranties: Submit sample meeting warranties requirements of this Section.
1.6
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
Manufacturer/Source: Obtain each type of glass product from a single primary glass
manufacturer and a single manufacturer/fabricator for each glass product type.
B.
Installer Qualifications: Experienced Installer with minimum of 5 successful completed projects
of similar materials and scope, approved by glass product manufacturer/fabricator.
C.
Safety Glazing Products: Comply with size, glazing type, location, and testing requirements of
16 CFR 1201 for Category I and II glazing products, and requirements of authorities having
jurisdiction.
D.
Glazing Industry Publications: Comply with glass product manufacturers’ recommendations and
the following:
1.
GANA Publications: GANA Laminated Division's "Laminated Glass Design Guide" and
GANA's "Glazing Manual."
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E.
Mockups: Mockup required ___Yes ____No Size__________ Quantity________
Other information_____________________________________________________
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F.
1.7
Preinstallation Conference: Conduct conference at Project site in compliance with Division 01
requirements.
DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A.
1.8
Protect glazing materials during shipping, handling, and storage to prevent breakage,
scratching, damage to seals, or other visible damage. Deliver, unload, store, and erect glazing
materials without exposing panels to damage from construction operations.
WARRANTY
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A.
Provide a 5 year limited Warranty on Manufacturer's standard form, signed by manufacturer,
agreeing to provide replacement glass for units that display delamination exceeding those
allowed by ASTM C 1172
B.
Warranty for Laminated Glass:
Manufacturer/fabricator's standard form, signed by
manufacturer/fabricator, agreeing to replace laminated-glass units that display edge separation,
delamination, and blemishes exceeding those allowed by ASTM C 1172, within [five] years of
date of manufacture.
PRODUCTS
1.9
MANUFACTURERS
A.
Basis of Design: GlasPro Bird-Safe [, Enter Low Iron or Clear Float Data here]:
1.
1.10
GlasPro Inc. 562-946-7722 ph 562-946-2764 fax www.glas-pro.com 9401 Ann Street,
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670. Contact: McNeill Bishop 562-946-7722 m.bishop@glaspro.com
GLASS PRODUCTS
1.
Certification: Must have a Minimum Avoidance Score of 79 as tested by the American
Bird Conservancy
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Specifier: Retain the applicable general glass product requirements cited below after editing the content
of Part 2 of this section.
A.
Glass Products, General:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
GlasPro
Annealed Float Glass, General: ASTM C 1036, Type II, Class I (clear), Quality-[Q5].
Starphire Float Glass: ASTM C 1036, Type I, Quality-[Q3], Class I, low-iron
Heat-Treated Float Glass, Heat-Strengthened: ASTM C 1048; Type I (transparent flat
glass); Quality-Q3; Kind HS, of class and condition indicated.
Heat-Treated Float Glass, Fully Tempered: ASTM C 1048; Type I (transparent flat glass);
Quality-Q3; Kind FT, of class and condition indicated, CPSC 16CFR-1201; ANSI Z 97.1,
where safety glass is indicated.
Mirror Float Glass: Mirror Glazing Quality, ASTM C 1048.
Starphire Mirror Float Glass: Mirror Select Quality, ASTM C 1048, low-iron
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1.12
7.
Laminated Glass: ASTM C 1172, meeting Category II material testing requirements per
16 CFR 1201, with manufacturer’s standard polyvinyl butyral or cured resin interlayer.
8.
Certification: Must have a Minimum Avoidance Score of 79 as tested by the American
Bird Conservancy
GLAZING ACCESSORIES
Specifier: Retain accessories below required for types of glazing installations required for project.
GlasPro recommends the specifier consult experienced local glazing installers for recommended practices.
A.
Cleaners, Primers, and Sealers: Types recommended by sealant or gasket manufacturer.
B.
Glazing Gaskets, Wedges, Setting Blocks, Shims, and Tapes:
recommended for decorative glass type and application.
C.
Glazing Sealants: ASTM C 920, type recommended by glazing product manufacturer for
application indicated.
Manufacturer's standard, as
Specifier: Modify and complete "Hardware" article below for fittings for installation of decorative glass
glazing that are not specified in related sections. We recommend specifying by identifying manufacturer's basis of design products. Sources include C. R. Laurence Co., Inc. www.crlaurence.com and CHMI
Custom Hardware Manufacturing, Inc. www.chmi.com.
1.13
A.
HARDWARE FOR INTERIOR GLASS INSTALLATION
Hardware:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Clamps: Glass panel to ceiling; glass panel to wall; glass panel to floor; and glass panel
to glass panel: <insert manufacturer and model>.
Panel Support Bars: <insert manufacturer and model>.
Shower Door Hinges: <insert manufacturer and model>.
Shower Door Pulls: <insert manufacturer and model>.
Shower Door Thresholds: <insert manufacturer and model>.
Shower Sliding Door Headers and Channel: <insert manufacturer and model>.
Stand-off Display System: <insert manufacturer and model>.
Continuous Top and Floor Track: <insert manufacturer and model>.
B.
Material and Finish:
designation>.
C.
Fasteners: Match hardware base metal and finish.
1.14
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FABRICATION OF GLAZING UNITS, GENERAL
A.
Fabricate decorative glass in dimensions required, with edge and face clearances, edge and
surface conditions, and bite in accordance with decorative glazing manufacturer/fabricator’s
instructions and referenced glazing publications.
B.
Edge Finishing: Fabricate decorative glazing finished edges to produce smooth edges without
chips or scratches, polished, and warp-free. Provide finished edges of type(s) shown on
Drawings.
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C.
Machining: Drill, notch, and cutout decorative glazing as indicated. Make cutouts smooth and
uniform.
EXECUTION
1.15
EXAMINATION
A.
Verify that glazing channels are clean and ready to accept glazing installation. Confirm that
minimum required face and edge clearances will be maintained. Proceed with glazing once
unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
B.
Examine glazing units prior to setting. Reject units that display edge or face damage that may
impede performance of unit or that will be visible when installed.
1.16
A.
GLAZING INSTALLATION
General: Install glass and glazing materials in accordance
manufacturer/fabricator and requirements of GANA Glazing Manual.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
with
instructions
of
Install setting blocks of size and in location required by glass manufacturer. Set blocks in
bed of approved sealant.
Provide spacers for glass lites as recommended, based upon size of glass unit.
Comply with glass manufacturer’s limits on edge pressures.
Provide edge blocking where recommended.
Install sealants in accordance with requirements of Division 07 Section "Joint Sealants."
Specifier: Select glazing method or methods below that are applicable to project. Coordinate with Glazing
Accessories selections in Part 2.
B.
Tape Glazing: Place tapes on fixed stops positioned to be flush or protrude slightly when
compressed by glass. Install tapes continuously. Form butt joints at corners and where
required, and seal tape joints with approved sealant.
C.
Gasket Glazing: Fabricate gaskets to fit openings exactly. Allow for stretching of gaskets during
installation.
1.17
CLEANING AND PROTECTION
A.
Protect installed glass from damage. Attach streamers or warning tape to framing members,
away from contact with glass. Remove nonpermanent labels.
B.
Protect glass from contact with contaminating substances during construction. Immediately
clean glass exposed to contamination using methods recommended by glass manufacturer.
C.
Clean all exposed glass surfaces using methods recommended by manufacturer. Remove
glazing compounds from framing surfaces.
D.
Remove and replace broken or damaged glass.
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