SpecificationBuilder

1.1  SECTION INCLUDES

A.  Signature Series Prismatic Skylights.

B.  Signature Series Prismatic Smoke Vents.

1.2  RELATED SECTIONS

A.  Section 07 50 00 - Membrane Roofing.

B.  Section 07 62 00 - Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim.

C.  Section 07 71 00 - Roof Specialties.

D.  Section 07 72 00 - Roof Accessories.

1.3  REFERENCES

A.  American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE):

1.  ASHRAE 90.1 - Energy Standard for Buildings Except Low-Rise Residential Buildings.

B.  ASTM International (ASTM):

1.  ASTM B221 - Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles, and Tubes.

2.  ASTM D1003 - Standard Test Method for Haze and Luminous Transmittance of Transparent Plastics.

C.  Factory Mutual System (FM Global):

1.  FM Approval Guide, Chapter 18 - Building Materials.

2.  FM Standard 4430 - Test Criteria for Heat and Smoke Vents.

3.  FM Standard 4431 - Test Criteria for Skylights.

D.  National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC):

1.  NFRC 100 - Procedure for Determining Fenestration Product U-Factors.

2.  NFRC 200 - Procedure for Determining Fenestration Product Solar Heat Gain Coefficient and Visible Transmittance of Normal Incidence.

E.  North American Fenestration Standard (NAFS):

1.  AAMA/WDMA/CSA/101/I.S.2/A440 - The Voluntary Performance Specification for Windows, Skylights, and Glass Doors.

F.  Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA):

1.  OSHA 1926.502 - Fall protection systems criteria and practices.

2.  OSHA 1910 - Occupational Safety and Health Standards.

1.4  SUBMITTALS

A.  Submit in accordance with Division 01 Section "Submittal Procedures".

B.  Product Data: Submit manufacturers current published data on each product to be used including:

1.  Materials, dimensions, finishes and standard details.

2.  Compliance with design criteria and project conditions.

3.  Preparation instructions and recommendations.

4.  Storage and handling requirements.

5.  Installation instructions.

C.  Verification Samples: For each finished product specified, two samples, minimum size 6 inches (150 mm) square representing actual product, color, and patterns.

D.  Testing Reports: Submit Third Party Testing and Evaluation Reports as required by the local jurisdiction.

E.  Shop Drawings: Include the following:

1.  Where design calculations are required, provide shop drawings and calculations bearing the seal of a professional engineer licensed in the jurisdiction of the project.

2.  Plans, sections, elevations, flashing, connection, and termination details.

3.  Materials, thicknesses, fabrication and installation details including glazing types, methods of attachment and provisions for thermal movement.

4.  Type of roofing system provided by others including insulation.

5.  Interface details including overall dimensions, thicknesses, and adjacent materials.

6.  Safety requirements.

F.  Closeout Submittals: Maintenance instructions and Warranty.

1.5  QUALITY ASSURANCE

A.  Qualifications:

1.  Manufacturer Qualifications: All primary products specified in this section will be supplied by a single manufacturer with a minimum of 15 year of experience in commercial prismatic skylights and prismatic smoke vents.

2.  Installer Qualifications: All products shall be installed by a single installer with a minimum of five years demonstrated experience, with adequate equipment, skilled workers, and practical experience to meet the project schedule.

B.  Skylights shall conform with authorities having jurisdiction and be designed to meet design criteria of the project location and the following:

1.  Skylights must be certified by NFRC.

2.  Tested and labeled in accordance to AAMA/WDMA/CSA/101/I.S.2/A440.

3.  Factory Mutual (FM) Approval Class Number 4430 or 4431 as applicable.

4.  Projects which fall under the jurisdiction of the Florida Building Code must have a current Florida Building Code (FBC) Number to meet the High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) requirements and are required for acceptance of Work specified in this section. Skylight systems must comply with the jurisdictional code body's submittal data and supporting drawings and documentation. Where the code body's acceptance criteria differ from these specifications regarding components and hardware, the code body's requirements shall govern.

5.  Meet or exceed 200 pound (90 kg) Dynamic Drop Tests.

6.  Skylights shall be designed and installed to carry a minimum 30 psf (1.44 kPa) tributary roof load or greater per site.

C.  Pre-Installation Meeting: Convene on the project site minimum one week before beginning work to:

1.  Verify project requirements and site logistics.

2.  Coordinate between trades.

3.  Assess the integrity of the roofing system and building structure.

4.  Review manufacturers installation instructions and warranty requirements.

1.6  DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A.  Coordinate delivery schedule with the General Contractor and project schedule to minimize on site storage.

B.  Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation. Store materials in a dry area, protected from freezing, staining, contamination or damage.

C.  Do not exceed structural loading with workers or installation materials.

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 limits.

B.  Review manufacturers installation instructions and warranty requirements.

1.8  WARRANTY

A.  Provide manufacturer's standard warranty covering defective materials, workmanship and performance including the following Warranty Periods:

1.  Leak Free Warranty: Up to 15 years*, skylights & smoke vents.

B.  *Warranty terms and conditions apply. Please visit manufacturer published warranty located on website at https://www.sunoptics.com for more details and information.

2.1  MANUFACTURERS

A.  Acceptable Manufacturer: Sunoptics, Inc., 20215 Rifle Range Rd, Tallassee, AL 36078; Toll Free Tel: 800-289-4700; Email: sales@sunoptics.com; Web: www.sunoptics.com.

B.  Substitutions: Not permitted.

2.2  SIGNATURE SERIES PRISMATIC SKYLIGHTS

A.  Signature Series Dome, Fixed Skylights: Designed to provide the maximum amount of light transmission into the building while maintaining 100 percent light diffusion and meeting the following criteria:

1.  FM Approval No. 4431 with VSH (Very Severe Hail) rating where applicable.

2.  High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) Approved.

3.  AAMA/WDMA/CSA101/I.S.2/A440.

4.  Dimensions: As shown on the Drawings.

5.  Glazing: Double Glazed (DGZ).

a.  Clear/White: 0.57 Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC), 0.72 U-Value, 0.67 Visible Light Transmission (VLT).

b.  Lens Colors: LENSCLWH: Clear / White.

6.  Frame Type:

a.  800MD: Standard Frame.

7.  Frame Finish: MI: Mill.

B.  Signature Series Dome, Continuous Vented Skylights: Designed to provide the maximum amount of light transmission into the building while maintaining 100 percent light diffusion and meeting the following criteria:

1.  Dimensions: As shown on the Drawings.

2.  Glazing: Double Glazed (DGZ).

a.  Clear/White: 0.57 Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC), 0.72 U-Value, 0.67 Visible Light Transmission (VLT).

b.  Lens Colors: LENSCLWH: Clear / White.

3.  Frame Type:

a.  805SC 1BL: 1 Blade Continuous Vent.

4.  Frame Finish: MI: Mill.

2.3  SMOKE VENTS

A.  Model 870B, Daylighting Smoke Vents: Prefabricated, venting daylighting smoke vents with fusible link for use in industrial and commercial buildings where required by the local building code and the following:

1.  Standards Compliance: Conform to standards set forth by authorities having jurisdiction and be designed to meet design criteria as specified and the following.

a.  FM Approval No. 4430 with curb mounted design.

b.  UL 793 as applicable.

c.  UL Listed.

2.  Performance and Design Requirements:

a.  Smoke Vents shall be designed and installed to carry a minimum 30 psf (1.44 kPa) tributary roof load or greater per site.

b.  Energy Requirements: Glazing material shall have maximum light distribution per Addendum D of ASHRAE 90.1, where the diffusing qualities have a minimum haze factor of 90 percent or greater. The combined inner/outer lens target values shall be as follows:

i.  Light Transmission: 67 to 74 percent.

ii.  Diffusion / Haze Factor: 100 percent.

3.  Hail Resistance Level: VSH-Very Severe Hail / >2" (CC1 Outer Lens for Single Glazed or Double Glazed).

4.  Snow Load Resistance Level: 10 pounds (44.5 N).

5.  Frame Dimensions: As shown on the Drawings.

6.  Frame: ASTM B221 alloy 6063-T5 extruded aluminum frame with extruded aluminum dome retaining angle, Insulated thermal break, and integral condensate gutter and manufacturers standard weatherproofing accessories in the following profile:

a.  Signature Series dome.

7.  Glazing: Double glazed (DGZ).

a.  FM Approved Poly/Poly: Visible Light Transmission (VLT): 0.67.

b.  Lens Colors: LENSCLWH: Clear / White.

8.  Fusible Link: Mechanism includes gas springs and exterior manual release cable for testing and the following temperature rating:

a.  Temperature Rating: Minimum 360 degrees F (182 degrees C).

9.  Operation: Remain tightly sealed against 30 lbs /sq ft (147 kg/sq m) internal uplift pressure until triggered by UL listed fusible link or opened manually from interior level. When released, doors shall be capable of opening against a 10 lbs/sq ft (49 kg/sq m) external snow or wind load and lock in open position.

10.  Opening Angle: Minimum 105 degrees.

11.  Frame Finish: Mill (MI).

2.4  ACCESSORIES

A.  Installation Screws: No. 12 x 1-1/2 inch (38 mm) 300 series stainless steel screws with neoprene stainless steel bonded washers in quantity recommended by the manufacturer.

B.  Metal Building Roof Curb, Model AMBC-1: Insulated metal building curb, full height mitered and welded corners, cell caps supplied loose for field location, including fiberglass insulation, integral cricket water diverter. OSHA 1910 and 1926.502 compliant with wire mesh and welded safety security guard standard.

1.  Material: 18-gauge galvalume construction.

2.  Finish: Painted. Colors as determined by the Architect.

C.  Galvanized Insulated Roof Curb, Model ASRC-3 / ARC-3: Fiberglass insulation with white vinyl face interior and pressure treated wood nailer for mounting skylight. OSHA 1910 and 1926.502 compliant with wire mesh and welded safety security guard standard.

1.  Material: Galvanized steel. 14-gauge (ASRC-3) STRUCTURAL

2.  Integrated Safety Security Guards: 3/16" cold rolled steel, 65,000psi strength, welded to the curb interior.

2.5  FABRICATION

A.  Fabricated frames from 6063 T6 aluminum with integral condensation and weeping gutters to drain interior moisture to the outside.

B.  Skylights shall be factory assembled and glazed ready for installation, pre-drilled for anchorage to roof curbs.

C.  Fabricate skylights weather tight and free of visual distortions and defects.

D.  Double-glazed units include Integrated Thermal Break (ITBR), Curb Seal Tape, and screws.

E.  Protect exterior drip counter flashing and drainage ports from weather and air-borne debris.

F.  Miter and full penetration weld all corners of curb and retaining frames with glazing separated from the skylight frame with a silicone seal along the full perimeter of the retaining frame.

3.1  EXAMINATION

A.  Verification of Conditions:

1.  Confirm work by others is installed per the project requirements. Do not cover work by others prior to inspection or acceptance.

2.  Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly prepared.

3.  If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.

4.  Do not proceed until unacceptable conditions are corrected.

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. Test for leaks as recommended by manufacturer.

3.4  CLEANING

A.  Remove all debris from the project site in accordance with the Owner's construction waste management requirements.

3.5  PROTECTION

A.  Protect installed products until completion of project.

B.  Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.