Technical Specification-R0

Technical Specifications
Exterior Aluminum Glazing & Cladding Works
Project Name : Proposed IT Park & Multiplex

Location : No 75, EPIP Area, Whitefield, Bengaluru, India, India
Client : Chalet Hotels Ltd

Façade Consultants : Envelopetechnik Consultancy LLP
Architects : RSP Design Consultants (Inida) Pvt. Ltd.
Revision – 00
Contents
1. General Requirements ........................................................................................................................................... 5
2. Applicability ........................................................................................................................................................... 5
3. Reference Standards for design ............................................................................................................................. 6
4. Minimum experience ........................................................................................................................................... 13
5. Product Options ................................................................................................................................................... 13
6. Regulatory Requirements. ................................................................................................................................... 13
7. Verification Of Design, Sizes And Quantities. ...................................................................................................... 13
Performance Requirements ......................................................................................................14
8. General Description of Performance ................................................................................................................... 14
9. Design Responsibility ........................................................................................................................................... 14
10. Air Infiltration................................................................................................................................................... 14
11. Water Penetration ........................................................................................................................................... 14
12. Thermal performance ...................................................................................................................................... 15
13. Structural performance Criteria....................................................................................................................... 15
14. Building Movements. ....................................................................................................................................... 17
15. Seismic Loads ................................................................................................................................................... 18
16. Load Combinations .......................................................................................................................................... 18
17. Load Sharing..................................................................................................................................................... 18
18. Critical Dimensions .......................................................................................................................................... 19
19. Cast in Channel And Anchor Bolt Requirements ............................................................................................. 19
20. Design for temperatures .................................................................................................................................. 20
21. Condensation ................................................................................................................................................... 20
22. Acoustic and Noise Reduction Requirement ................................................................................................... 21
23. Civil Construction tolerances ........................................................................................................................... 21
24. Fire, Smoke and Draft Barrier .......................................................................................................................... 21
25. Design for replacement ................................................................................................................................... 22
26. Insulation Barrier ............................................................................................................................................. 22
27. Spandrel Cavity Vent ........................................................................................................................................ 22
28. Dimensional Tolerances ................................................................................................................................... 23
29. Accoustic Performance .................................................................................................................................... 23
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30. Unacceptable Conditions ................................................................................................................................. 24
31. Design Modifications ....................................................................................................................................... 24
32. Visual Mock-up ................................................................................................................................................ 24
33. Minimum Service Life ...................................................................................................................................... 25
34. Submittals ........................................................................................................................................................ 26
Testing ......................................................................................................................................26
35. Performance Mock Up. .................................................................................................................................... 26
36. Field testing...................................................................................................................................................... 33
37. Sealant Adhesion Tests .................................................................................................................................... 33
38. Anchor testing .................................................................................................................................................. 34
Products....................................................................................................................................34
39. Aluminum......................................................................................................................................................... 34
40. Structural Steel ................................................................................................................................................ 35
41. Steel Welding: .................................................................................................................................................. 38
42. Screws And Metal Fasteners ............................................................................................................................ 39
43. Brackets............................................................................................................................................................ 39
44. Bolts, Nuts & Washers ..................................................................................................................................... 40
45. HSFG Bolts ........................................................................................................................................................ 40
46. Holding Down Bolts.......................................................................................................................................... 40
47. Masonry Anchors ............................................................................................................................................. 40
48. Cast In Anchors ................................................................................................................................................ 41
49. Super durable Polyester Powder coating ........................................................................................................ 42
50. Organic Coating / PVDF Coating (if required) .................................................................................................. 43
51. Quality Records & Testing Requirements for Aluminium Coating .................................................................. 44
52. Protective Coating for mild steel ..................................................................................................................... 45
53. Hot dip Galvanizing. ......................................................................................................................................... 45
54. Anodic Coating for Aluminum .......................................................................................................................... 45
55. Chromatizing (All non-visible Aluminium Profile Surface) ............................................................................... 46
56. Aluminium Welding ......................................................................................................................................... 47
57. Sealants ............................................................................................................................................................ 48
58. Quality Assurance Of Structural Glazing .......................................................................................................... 49
59. Spacer Tape...................................................................................................................................................... 52
60. Backer Rod ....................................................................................................................................................... 53
61. Setting Block .................................................................................................................................................... 53
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62. Side Block ......................................................................................................................................................... 53
63. Pads .................................................................................................................................................................. 54
64. Flashings/Trims/Floor Closure ......................................................................................................................... 54
65. Spandrel insulation .......................................................................................................................................... 55
66. Shadow Bax (Back Pan) .................................................................................................................................... 55
67. Glass ................................................................................................................................................................. 55
68. Decorative Ceramic Paint (If applicable).......................................................................................................... 60
69. EPDM Gaskets .................................................................................................................................................. 61
70. Silicon Gaskets (if required) ............................................................................................................................. 62
71. Top hung Operable Panels– Integrated Within Curtainwall. ........................................................................... 62
72. Side hung Operable Panels– Integrated Within Curtainwall (If required). ...................................................... 63
73. Sliding window ................................................................................................................................................. 63
74. Casement Window ........................................................................................................................................... 64
75. Aluminium Frame Doors .................................................................................................................................. 64
76. Swing Doors ..................................................................................................................................................... 64
77. Lightning Protection Where required .............................................................................................................. 65
78. Architectural Lighting ....................................................................................................................................... 65
79. Aluminium louvers ........................................................................................................................................... 65
80. Aluminium Panel / Aluminium Composite Panel Cladding (where required) ................................................. 66
81. Solid Aluminium Panel ..................................................................................................................................... 67
82. Natural Stone For Exterior (No Applicable for the project) ............................................................................. 68
83. Terrace Coping ................................................................................................................................................. 70
84. External guardrail ............................................................................................................................................. 70
85. External PVC Louvers (Not applicable for the project) .................................................................................... 71
86. HPL (High Pressure Laminate) Panel (not applicable for the project). ............................................................ 71
87. Warranty .......................................................................................................................................................... 71
88. Spares (Attic Stock) .......................................................................................................................................... 71
89. Approved makes .............................................................................................................................................. 72
Execution ..................................................................................................................................74
90. Fabrication, Assembly and Installation ............................................................................................................ 74
91. Field Quality Control ........................................................................................................................................ 83
92. Employer’s Façade Consultant: Monitoring Activities ..................................................................................... 84
93. Cleaning ........................................................................................................................................................... 84
94. Protection ........................................................................................................................................................ 84

95. Sustainability Requirements ............................................................................................................................ 85
96. Items To Be Co-Ordinated................................................................................................................................ 86

General
1. General Requirements
Drawings, General Conditions of contract, Special conditions of contract, Specification
Sections & all other Tender documents apply to this Section.
The exterior wall system as described herein is that portion of the exterior wall that comprises
materials, components and assemblies between the internal and the external surfaces,
installed in conjunction with other specified exterior wall elements, which will produce a
complete building "facade" that shall be considered a complete system providing a high
quality, watertight, airtight and structurally sound enclosure to the specified standards. The
contractor shall take total responsibility for design, structural calculations and securing
authorization by the Structural Engineer, "Authorized Documentation" shall indicate the
behavior of the proposed system with structural framework, shop drawings, fabrications,
installation, warranties, certifications and related documents.
The Contractor shall be responsible for the detailed engineering, design development, testing.
The scope includes the provision of all plant, labor, material, fabrication, assembly, Packing,
Transportation, installation. Scope also includes coordination with adjacent and abutting
construction.
2. Applicability
• Aluminum framed glazed curtainwall or similar assembly.
• Doors in curtain wall where required to be composite with curtain wall.
• ACP copings & Cladding.
• Passive fire protection barrier including mullion wraps and smoke seal.
• Operable panels.
• Aluminum frame windows and doors.
• Louvers with bird screen, insulated blank off panels, flanged openings to receive work by
others.
• Steel work.
• Anchorage system of the curtain wall to the host structure including reinforcement of
structure that may be required by kickers, inserts or other than those indicated on the
drawing.
• Supply, coordination and installation of floor anchors and embeds for curtain wall during
slab / column casting.
• Accommodation of lighting, aircraft warning lights, lightning protection, security devices,
hose bibs, electrical outlets, motorized interior shading devices.
• Coordination with adjacent work.
• Accommodation of lighting, aircraft warning lights, lightning protection, security devices,
hose bibs, rain sensors, electrical outlets, motorized interior shading devices.
• Mock-up tests, field tests, visual mock-ups.

• Protective film on the exterior metal surfaces and exposed interior metal surfaces.
Removal of same upon completion of the work.
3. Reference Standards for design

All Design, Material and Workmanship shall comply with the following minimum standards.
In the event of conflict between referenced standards, this specification or within themselves,
the more stringent standard or requirement shall govern.
No substitution of below codes shall be accepted unless with prior written acceptance &
endorsement.
• Performance Testing
o AAMA 501 Methods of Tests for Exterior Walls.
o AAMA 501.1 Methods of dynamic water penetration test.
o AAMA 501.2 Field Check of Water Leakage.
o AAMA 501.4 Recommended Static Test Method for Evaluating Curtain Wall and
Storefront Systems Subjected to Seismic and Wind Induced Inter-story Drifts.
o AAMA 501.05 Water penetration/structural performance test under uniform static
pressure.
o AAMA 502 Voluntary Specification for Field Testing of Newly Installed Fenestration
Products
o Z97.1 Performance Specifications and Methods of Test for Safety Glazing material
used in Buildings.
o ASTM E283 Test Method for Rate of Air Leakage through Exterior Windows, Curtain
Walls and Doors by uniform Static Air Pressure Difference.
o ASTM E330 Test Method for Structural Performance of Exterior Windows, Curtain
Walls and Doors by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference.
o ASTM E331 Test Method for Water Penetration of Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls
and Doors by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference.
o ASTM E1105 Field Test of Aluminium Curtain Wall under Uniform Pressure Difference.
o ASTM E1399 "Standard Test Method for Cyclic Movement and Measuring the
Minimum and Maximum Joint Widths of Architectural Joint Systems".
o Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning Manufacturers Association (HEVAC):
Technical Specification "Laboratory Testing and Rating of Weather Louvers When
Subjected to Simulated Rain”
o ASTM E 488 : Standard Test methods for Strength of Anchors in concrete Elements.
o ISO/IEC 17025:2005 : General Requirements for the competence of testing and
calibration laboratories.
o ASTM E547: Test Method for Water Penetration of Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls
and Doors by Cyclic Static Air Pressure Differential.
• Hardware / Ironmongery
o AAMA 904.1 Voluntary Specification for Multi-Bar Hinges in Window Applications.
• System Design manuals.
o AAMA "Curtain Wall and Design Guide Manual."
o AAMA CW13 "Structural Sealant Glazing Systems".
o AAMA 1995 “Fire Safety in High Rise Curtain Walls”.
o AAMA Rain Screen Principle and Pressure Equalized Wall Design.
o AAMA TIR-A4 Recommended Glazing Guidelines for Reflective Insulating Glass.
o NAFC “North American Fenestration Council”.
o ASTM C1401 "Standard Guide for Structural Sealant Glazing”.
o BS 7543: "Guide to the Durability Of Buildings and Building Elements,
Products and Components".
o BS EN 13830: "Curtain Walling - Product Standard"
o National Building Code of India.
o CFR 1201 Federal Safety Standard for Architectural Glazing Materials.
• Design for Thermal Comfort
o ASHRAE Handbook of Fundamentals
o NFRC 100: 2004 Procedure for Determining Fenestration Products U-factor
o NRFC 500: Procedure for Determining Fenestration Products Condensation
Resistance Values
• American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM).
• Quality Assurance.
• IS 875 "Code of Practice for Design Loads of Buildings and Structures.
• BS 6262: "Code of Practice for Glazing for Buildings".
• BS 6399: "Loadings for Buildings"
• Part 1: Code of Practice for Dead and Imposed Loads.
• BS 8118: "Structural use of Aluminium".
• Part 1: Code of practice for design.
• Part 2: Specification for materials, workmanship and protection.
• BS 8200: "Code of Practice for the Design of Non-Load Bearing External Vertical
Enclosures of Buildings".
• National building Code- India.
• IS 1893 (Part 1) 2002 : Criteria for Earthquake Resistant Design of Structure
• IS 2016 : Specification for Plain washers
• IS 3139 : Dimensions for screw threads for bolts & nuts
• IS 3757 : Specification of High Strength Structural Bolts
• IS 2016 : Specification of Plain Washers
• Aluminium:
o IS 8147 : Code of Practice for Use of Aluminum Alloys in structures.
o BS EN 12020 : Part 2 – Tolerance on dimensions & form Aluminum & Aluminum alloys
– Extruded Precision profiles in Alloys EN AW 6060 & EN AW 6063.
o BS EN 12373-1 : Specification for Anodized Aluminum
o BS 1474 : Specification for Wrought Aluminum & Aluminum Alloys for general
Engineering Purposes: Bars, Extruded Round Tubes & sections
o BS 3019 : Specification for TIG welding of Aluminum, Magnesium and their alloys.
o BS 3571 : Specification for MIG welding of Aluminum & Aluminum Alloys.
o BS 8118 : Structural use of aluminum. Code of practice for design.
o BS 1470 : Specification for wrought Aluminum and Aluminum alloys for general
engineering purposes: plate, sheet and strip.
o BS EN 485 : Aluminum and Aluminum alloys. Sheet, strip and plate. Mechanical
properties
• Finish:
o AAMA 2604 : Voluntary Specification, Performance requirements and test procedures
for High Performance Organic coatings on Aluminum Extrusions & Panels.
o AAMA 2605 : Voluntary Specification, Performance requirements and test procedures
for Superior Performing Organic coatings on Aluminum Extrusions & Panels.
o BS 3987 : Specification for anodic oxidation coatings on wrought aluminum for external
architectural applications.
o BS 1615 : Specification for anodic oxidation coatings on Aluminum & its Alloys.
o BS 6161: Methods of test for anodic oxidation coatings on aluminum and its alloys..
o BS 4842 : Specification for liquid organic coatings for application to Aluminum alloy
extrusions, sheet and preformed sections for external architectural purposes, and for
the finish on aluminum alloy extrusions, sheet and preformed sections coated with
liquid organic coatings.
o BS 6496 : Specification for powder organic coatings for application and stoving to
aluminum alloy extrusions, sheet and preformed sections for external architectural
purposes, and for the finish on aluminum alloy extrusions, sheet and preformed
sections coated with powder organic coatings.
o BS 6497 : Specification for powder organic coatings for application and stoving to hot-
dip galvanized hot-rolled steel sections and preformed steel sheet for windows and

associated external architectural purposes, and for the finish on galvanized steel
sections and preformed sheet coated with powder organic coating.
o BS 2569 : Specifications for Sprayed Metal Coatings.
o BSEN 22063 : Metallic and Other Inorganic Coatings. Thermal Spraying. Zinc,
Aluminum and Other Alloys.
o BSEN 10143 : Continuously Hot Dip Metal Coated Steel Sheet and Strip. Tolerances
on Dimension and Shape.
o BS 4190 : Specification for ISO Metric Black Hexagon Bolts, Screws and Nuts.
o BS 6338 : Specifications for Chromate Conversion Coatings on Electroplated Zinc and
Cadmium Coatings.
o BS 5411 : Method of Test for Metallic and Related Coatings.
o BS 5493 : Code of Practice for Protective Coating of Iron and Steel Structures against
Corrosion.
o ASTM D523 : Test Method for Specular Gloss.
o ASTM D4214 : Test Method for Evaluating Degree of Chalking of Exterior Paint Films.
o ASTM D714 : Test Method for Evaluating Degree of Blistering of Paints.
o ASTM D968 : Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Organic Coatings by the Falling
Abrasive Tester
o ASTM D1654 : Method for Evaluation of Painted or Coated Specimens Subjected to
Corrosive Environments
o ASTM D2244 : Method for Instrumental Evaluation of Colour Differences of Opaque
Materials.
o ASTM D2247 : Method for Testing Coated Metal Specimens at 100% Relative
Humidity.
o ASTM D3363 : Test Method for Film Hardness by Pencil.
o ASTM G23 : Recommended Practice for Operating Light and Water Resistant
Exposure Apparatus (Carbon Arc Type) for Exposure of Non-Metallic Materials.
o BS 1706 : Method for Specifying Electroplated Coatings of Zinc and Cadmium on Iron
and Steel AMD 6731, May 1991 (Gr O).
o CP 3012 : Code of Practice for Cleaning and Preparation of Metal Surfaces.
• Steel / Welding
o IS 800 - 2007 : Code of Practice for General Construction in steel.
o IS 2062 : Hot rolled Low, Medium and High Tensile Structural steel.
o IS 801 : Code of Practice for use of Cold-Formed Light Gauge Steel Structural
Members in general Building Construction.

o IS 806 : Code of Practice for use of Steel Tubes in General Building Construction.
o IS 808 – 1989: Dimensions for hot rolled steel beams, columns. Channels & angle
sections.
o IS 811 : Specification for cold formed Light Gauge Structural Steel Sections.
o IS 816 : Code of Practice for use of Metal Arc Welding for General Construction in Mild
Steel.
o IS 1161 : Steel Tubes for Structural Purposes – Specification.
o IS 1477 : Code of Practice for Painting of Ferrous Metals in Buildings & Allied Finishes.
o IS 7215 : Tolerances for fabrication of steel structure.
o IS 12843 : Tolerance for erection of steel structure.
o ASTM A743 : Stainless Steel Castings.
o BS 4870: Specification for approval testing of welding procedures. Specification for
automatic fusion welding of metallic materials, including welding operator approval.
o BS 4871: Specification for approval testing of welders working to approved welding
procedures. Fusion welding of steel.
o BS EN 729-1: Quality requirements for Welding. Fusion welding of metallic materials,
guidelines for selection & use.
o BS 729: Specification for Hot Dip Galvanized Coatings on Iron and Steel Articles.
o BS EN 288 : Specification and Approval of Welding Procedures for Metallic Materials.
o BS 3019 : TIG Welding.
o BS 3571 : MIG Welding.
o BS EN 287 : Approval Testing of Welders for Fusion Welding.
o BS 7475 : Specification for Fusion Welding of Austenitic Stainless Steel.
o BS 7613: Specification for Hot Rolled Quenched and Tempered Weldable Structural
Steel Plates.
o BS 7668 : Specification for Weldable Structural Steels. Hot Finished Structural Hollow
Sections in Weather Resistant Steel.
o BS EN 10113 : Hot-Rolled Products in Weldable Fine Grain Structural Steel.
o AWS C5.4 : Recommended Practices for Stud Welding.
• Glass
o BS 952: Glass for Glazing. Classification.
o BS EN 410 : Glass in building. Determination of luminous and solar characteristics of
glazing.
o BS EN 572 : Glass in building. Basic soda lime silicate glass products.

o BS EN 1863 : Glass in building. Heat strengthened soda lime silicate glass.
o BS EN 1279 : Glass in Buildings.
o BS 6262 (Part 4) : Glazing for Buildings. Code of practice for safety related to human
impacts.
o AS/NZS 1288: Glass in buildings. Selection & Installation.
o BS 6262 : Code of Practice for glazing for buildings.
o ASTM C1036 : Standard Specification of Flat Glass.
o ASTM C1048-04 : Standard Specification of Heat-Treated Flat Glass – Kind HS, Kind
FT Coated and uncoated glass.
o ASTM C1172 : Standard Specification for Laminated Architectural Flat Glass.
o ASTM 1300 : Standard Practice for determining Load Resistance of Glass in Buildings.
o ASTM C1376 : Standard Specification for Pyrolytic& Vacuum Deposition Coating on
Flat Glass.
o BS 6206 : Specification for Impact Performance Requirements for Flat Safety Glass
and Safety Plastics for Use in Building.
o BS 6375 : Performance of Windows.
o CP 153 : Code of Practice for Windows and Roof-Lights (British Standard).
• Gasket
o BS 4255 -1: Rubber used in preformed gaskets for weather exclusion from buildings.
Specification for non-cellular gaskets.
o BS 4255 -2: Specification for Performed Rubber gaskets for weather exclusion from
Buildings. Cellular gaskets.
o ASTM C509 : Standard Specification for Elastomeric Cellular Preformed Gasket and
Sealing Material.
o ASTM C1115: Standard Specification for Dense Elastomeric Silicone Rubber Gaskets
& Accessories.
• Sealants
o BS 6213: Selection of Construction Sealants. Guide.
o BS 5889 : Specification of one-part Gun Grade Silicon Based Sealants.
o ASTM D412 : Standard test method for vulcanized rubber & thermoplastic elastomers
tension.
o ASTM C 794 : Standard Test Method for Adhesion in Peel of Elastomeric Joint
Sealants.
o ASTM D 897 : Tensile testing of adhesive bonds.
o ASTM C 1184 : Standard Specification for Structural Silicone Sealants.

o ASTM C 920 : Standard Specification for Elastomeric Joint Sealants.
o ASTM C 1135 : Standard Test Method for Determining Tensile Adhesion Properties of
Structural Sealants.
o ASTM C 509 : Standard Specification for Elastomeric Cellular Preformed Gasket and
Sealing Material.
o ASTM C510 : Standard test method for staining & color change of single or multi
component joint sealants.
o ASTM C962 : Standard guide for use of elastomeric joint sealants.
o ASTM D2203 : Standard test method for staining of caulking compounds & sealants.
• Design
o BS 6399.1 : Code of Practice for Dead and Imposed Loads.
o BS 6399.2 Code of Practice for Wind Loads.
o BS 5588 Fire Precautions in Design, Construction and Use of Building.
o BS 5588 Part 3: 1983 Code of Practice for Office Buildings.
o BS 5750 Quality Systems.
o BS 7543 Guide to the Durability of Buildings and Building Elements, Products and
Components.
• Installation
o AS 2047 : Windows in buildings – Selection & Installation.
o BS 5974 : Code of practice for the planning, design, setting up and use of temporary
suspended access equipment.
o BS 6037: Code of practice for the planning, design, installation and use of permanently
installed access equipment. Suspended access equipment.
• Natural stone
o ASTM C 1528-02 : Selection of Dimension Stone for Exterior use.
o ASTM C 615 : Standard Specification for Granite Dimension Stone.
o ASTM C880 : Standard Test Method for Flexural Strength of Dimension Stone.
o ASTM C 1242-02a : Selection, Design, and Installation of Exterior Dimension Stone
Anchors and Anchoring System.
o ASTM C 97 : Test for absorption of water and Specific gravity.
o ASTM C 99 : Test for Modulus of Rapture.
o ASTM C170 : Test method for compressive strength of stone.
o ASTM C 1201: Test method for Structural performance under uniform static air
pressure diff.

o ASTM C 1352: Test method for Flexural Modulus of Elasticity of Dimension stone.
o ASTM C 1354: Test method for ultimate strength of an assembly consists of stone with
mechanical anchor.
4. Minimum experience
Manufacturers & Contractors shall specialize in manufacturing / fabrications of the products
specified in this Section, with a minimum of Five (5) years of documented successful
experience and have the facilities capable of meeting all requirements of the Contract
Documents.
5. Product Options
Information on Drawings and in Specifications establishes requirements for system's
aesthetic effects and performance characteristics. Aesthetic effects are indicated by
dimensions, arrangements, alignment, and profiles of components and assemblies as they
relate to sight lines and relationships to one another and to adjoining construction.
Performance characteristics are indicated by criteria subject to verification by one or more
methods including established engineering methodology (i.e., calculations) preconstruction
testing, field testing, and/or in-service performance.
Do not modify intended aesthetic effects, as judged solely by Architect, except with Architect
approval and only to the extent needed to comply with performance requirements. Where
modifications are proposed, submit comprehensive explanatory data to Consultant for review.
6. Regulatory Requirements.
Comply with applicable requirements of the laws, codes,
ordinances and regulations of applicable authorities having jurisdiction. Obtain necessary
approvals from authorities.
7. Verification Of Design, Sizes And Quantities.

All works shown or inferred from the Specifications and Drawings are intended to be the
design criteria for the contract works.
The detailed design development of the contract works shall be submitted by the Contractor
for Acceptance and Endorsement.
The Contractor shall be responsible for taking exact measurements at site prior to fabrication
and installation of the contract works. He shall verify all measurements in consultation with
the Employer’s representative / PMC.
The Contractor shall allow for any additional supports on framework where required so as to
ensure the stability and capability of the installed contract works to withstand all specified
loads under normal usage encountered during the service life of the works.

Performance Requirements
8. General Description of Performance

Individual and aggregate components of the Work of this Section shall be designed,
fabricated, assembled, transported, installed and protected so that no evidence of the
following will be apparent when the Work is subject to the loads, temperatures and conditions
specified. The following criteria represent the minimum performance requirements expected
of the works described in the specification.
9. Design Responsibility
Responsibility for the design of the work of this specification section in conformance with the
requirements of the Contract Documents rests with the Contractor.
10. Air Infiltration

o Air Infiltration averaged over frontal area of fixed panel shall not exceed 0.41 L/s.m2
when the work is subject to 300 Pa positive pressures and tested in accordance with
ASTM E283.
o Air infiltration averaged over frontal area of side hung / top hung operable shall not
exceed 1.5 L/s.m2 when the work is subject to 300 Pa positive pressures and tested
in accordance with ASTM E283.
o Air infiltration averaged over frontal area of sliding window shall not exceed 1.5 L/s.m2
when the work is subject to 300 Pa positive pressures and tested in accordance with
ASTM E283.
o Air infiltration averaged over frontal area of door shall not exceed 5 L/s.m2 when the
work is subject to 150 Pa positive pressures and tested in accordance with ASTM
E283.
11. Water Penetration

Design, fabricate and install exterior wall systems and components to provide an impervious
air and vapor barrier within specified limits. Provide tight joints and effectively seal component
parts of exterior wall, including their joints with contiguous work, against water leakage and
air infiltration. Water penetration is defined as any water exclusive of condensation that
appears on the interior side of the Work. Any water that enters the assembly shall be
controlled within and drained through its exterior surface. Uncontrolled water is defined as
leakage that is not contained and\or drained away in a manner as to cause damage to the
exterior wall or adjacent construction or finishes.
Water Penetration shall not occur when the completed assembly is subjected to the following
inward pressures acting normal to any surface when exposed to a water discharge rate of 3.4
ltrs /min. sqm of frontal area and tested in accordance with the appropriate referenced
standard.
• Higher of 20% of design wind load or 0.72 k Pa static pressure for 15 minutes: ASTM
E331.

• Higher of 20% of design wind load or0.72 k Pa dynamic pressure for 15 minutes: AAMA
501.1
Provide vent/drain hole for spandrel cavity & transom cavities.
Provide calculation for drainage / water flow through the drain holes under test conditions.
12. Thermal performance

• The façade system shall have an appropriate level of insulations to prevent excessive
heat or cold transfer to the building. The complete building envelope shall comply with
any available local requirements. Vapour barriers shall be located to prevent interstitial
condensation and condensation built-up on visible surfaces. If condensation is
permitted to occur within cavities, the provision will be made for adequate drainage.
• The performance of the total envelope reference should be made to the performance
criteria set of the internal environment.
• The following are indicative minimum thermal properties.
Minimum ‘U’-Vale shall be :
• Global U factor for vision panel- fixed panel, operable assembly & glass shall be
average of 2.84 W/m².K
• Spandrel Areas (Complete construction) 0.6 W/m2k (max).
13. Structural performance Criteria

• Wind Load.
Wind load should be as per IS875 (Part 3). The maximum wind pressure for the project
shall be 1.4kPa.
• Façade Access system restraint load.
o Loads should be considered if restraint pins are mounted on works specified.
o Individual and aggregate components of the Curtain Wall, window wall shall
withstand Building Maintenance Equipment load of 270 kg in any direction applied
at each attachment point.
• Loads induced by the support brackets.
Architectural metal entrances, doors.
Overhanging elements.
Electrical lighting fixtures.
Signage fixtures.
Service pipes penetration supports.
Façade lighting fixture
• Loads on Copings, sills and other horizontal elements
shall withstand a point load of 100 kg applied over 1 square foot area at any point.
• Deflections.
o Maximum full load deflections, normal to the wall plane, shall not exceed 75% of
the design clearance dimension between that member and the panel, glass or other
part immediately adjacent. Submit engineering calculations to show maximum
deflections based on full panel loads, uniformly distributed, building deflections,
thermal stresses, and erection tolerances. Glass, sealants and interior finishes shall
not be included to contribute to framing member strength, stiffness or lateral
stability.
o Limit vertical deflection of glazing framing system so as to prevent pond of water
within the glazing rebate.
o Deflection of members under 1.5 times design wind load shall not result in sealant
failure. Splice joints which permit thermal and other movements by slippage within
the joint shall be assumed to have zero moment capacity.
o Sliding door / window shutter vertical frame must meet deflection limit criterial
specified when checked in partial open condition under extreme design wind load
(Gust load).
o Deflection of framing members in the plane of surface shall not exceed 1.5mm.
o Glass deflection shall be the lesser of L/60 of the shorter dimension at the center
of the glass or 19 mm for lites measuring between 1 to 2mtr (short side) and L/60
of the shorter dimension at the center of the glass or 25mm exceeding 2mtrs on the
shorter dimension. Also, not more than 1mm deflection is allowed when subjected
to 10kg applied in 100 x 100 mm at center of glass.
o The allowable Design stresses in the glass shall be as follows.
✓ Tempered Single Glass Panel : 50Mpa
✓ Tempered Double Glass Panel : 43Mpa
✓ Heat Strengthened Single glass panel : 22Mpa
✓ Heat Strengthened Double glass panel : 19Mpa
✓ Heat Strengthened laminated glass panel : 24Mpa
o Maximum full load deflections, normal to the wall plane, for frame member shall not
exceed the following:
Support condition Span Allowable deflection criteria

due to wind load and live
load
Single span and L<4110mm L/175mm or 19mm

continuous whichever is lesser.

Single span and 4110<L<7500mm L/240 + 6.35mm or 25mm
Single span and 7500<L<12000mm L/240 + 6.35mm or 35mm

Cantilever span -- L/180 or 19mm whichever is

lesser.
o Alternatively, glass may be designed per non-linear design per ASTM 1300.
o Permanent deformation, weld or fastener failure, component disengagement or
breakage shall not occur under loading equal to 1.5 times the design load pressures
(positive and negative) specified herein. Permanent deformation is defined as
deflection without recovery exceeding length/2000.
o Exterior Metal Panels, Fascia’s, Metal Covers or Other Fabricated Metal Items:
L/175 of its clear span or 1.5 mm whichever is less to ensure no ponding of water
takes place. Deflection shall be measured relative to the horizontal and vertical
support members with the allowable deflection being determined by the lesser
dimension.
o Canopy Glass deflection shall not exceed 2 mm at the center of the panel under
dead load condition. Where required the deflection shall be further reduced to
ensure no ponding of water occurs.
14. Building Movements.

o Design, fabricate and install exterior wall systems to withstand building movements
including inter story drift, shrinkage, creep, thermal, and similar movements. Design
for simultaneous occurrence of all specified movements. No reductions shall be
applied to individual movements or to combinations of movements. Building
movement shall be accommodated by interlocking Aluminum components not
through slippage of glass relative to framing members.
o Live Load Deflection: Design, fabricate and install the exterior wall systems to
accommodate live load deflection of spandrel beams and floor assemblies.
Anticipated mid-span live load deflections of spandrel beams in this installation shall
not exceed span/250 for reinforced concrete. If a lesser deflection is required the
exterior cladding systems, contractor shall notify façade consultant as soon as
possible.
o In addition, the exterior wall shall be capable of accommodating the following live
loads without any reduction in performance when:
o Horizontally applied load of static 0.75 KN load applied horizontally through a
square of 100mm sides on any surface of the framing members and infill panels

arising from maintenance / BMU. The exterior wall shall sustain safety, without
reduction in performance and without permanent deformation to any component, of
the framing.
o Horizontal live load of 0.75 kN/m due to the occupants, acting at a height of 1000
mm above the finished internal floor level.
o Inter story Drift (Racking): Design, fabricate and install exterior wall systems to
withstand building movements (displacements) due to wind drift (racking). At given
floor the maximum in-plane wind drift displacement shall be assumed to occur while
the floors immediately above and below remain in nondisplaced condition for wind
drift displacements up to and including the maximum values - Lateral Drift Story
Height/400 due to wind load. Lateral Drift Story Height/250 due to seismic load.
o There shall be no failure or gross permanent distortion of anchors, frames, glass or
panels; sealants shall not experience adhesive or cohesive failure, gaskets shall
not fail and glazing gaskets shall not disengage.
o Column Shortening (Due to Loading): Design, fabricate and install the exterior wall
systems to accommodate column shortening (due to loading) of 3mm per floor or
as confirmed by Project Structural Engineer.
15. Seismic Loads

o The building envelope shall be designed for seismic loads in accordance with the
requirements and standards as defined by the applicable Indian Standards.
o The loading due to earthquake is assessed based on the provisions of IS: 1893-
2002 (Part1) (Fifth Revision).
16. Load Combinations

o Design building envelope supporting structural steel framework, brackets and cast-
in anchors to carry the applied loads without causing overstress or slipping of
anchors. The total self-weight shall be used in combination with wind load and live
load in the design of all members, as follows:
o (2.0 x Dead Load) + (1.5 x Wind Load) for brackets, embeds and anchors.
o (1.0 x Dead Load) + (1.0 x Wind Load) for all elements.
o (1.0 x Dead Load) + (1.0 x Live Load) + (0.25 x Wind Load) also for all elements.
These 3 load cases are in addition to load cases specified in the relevant design codes
17. Load Sharing

o Where two sections of different materials about each other, submit full load sharing
computations based on the relative stiffness of each section.
o Composite Sections: Generally, use of composite sections shall not be allowed.
However, in situations where composite sections are required and Accepted by the
Employer’s representative / PMC, the Contractor shall submit full computations

based on applied loads, as well as thermal expansion induced stresses. In
assessing stresses in the composite sections, particular care shall be applied in
determining end conditions.
18. Critical Dimensions

The following critical dimensions shall be utilized without modification.
o Wall Assembly Depth: Provide complete wall systems as shown in tender /
architectural drawings and specified with components and systems located within
the area from the exterior face as shown to the face of column, beam or edge of
slab shown, without encroachment or displacement of the interior construction and
finishes shown.
o At fastener locations, wall thickness shall be increased to accommodate a minimum
of 2 threads of the fastener or as required structurally.
o Corner keys for neat / flush joint construction to be used.
19. Cast in Channel And Anchor Bolt Requirements

o Anchorage disengagement or breakage shall not occur when an installed unit is
subjected to a force equal to 1.5 times the design load.
o Anchorage shall be properly braced in three orthogonal directions (vertical,
transverse, and longitudinal) to resist specified loadings from any direction (both
positive and negative pressure).
o Anchors and supports shall be designed and located so as to allow a uniform
distribution of anticipated wind loads and shall not impart any unauthorized torsion
loading to spandrel beams, cause excessive stress on the structure, cause
excessive deflection, inhibit thermal movement or conflict with clearances for
equipment. Eccentric loads imposed into the building structural elements by the
exterior wall anchorage are not allowed. Eccentric loads created by the anchorage
of the exterior wall systems shall be neutralized by the addition of bracing or other
means required.
o Anchors, hot rolled cast in inserts, embedded devices, necessary to support the
Curtain wall system. This shall include but not be limited to design, engineering,
coordination, manufacture, supply, insert setting drawings, layout, field checking,
installation and necessary repair of the exterior wall fixing anchors and their
attachment to the embedded anchorage and the anchorage embeds.
o Castin anchors, though installed by Civil works contactor, Façade Contractor shall
inspect & sign off installation prior to concrete pour. Responsibility for correct
positioning lies with Façade Contractor. In case of miss alignments, appropriately
designed anchors may be used up on approval of façade consultants & Project
structural engineers.
o All anchors need to be designed for cracked concrete conditions.

o The cast in channel of MS Hot dipped galvanized from as per approved make
(Annexure) with T bolts of grade 8.8.
o Channel shall be installed with polystyrene insets & plastic end caps.
o Channel Size (Length / Width / Thickness / No of Studs) shall be checked for the
most extreme loading conditions.
o Cast in channels comprise of Channels, rivets & anchor made of Hot rolled steel
with hot dip galvanized of minimum 80 micron complete with polystyrene insets &
plastic end cap.
o The cast in channels need to have European Technical Approval (ETA), i.e. with
the CE mark.
o The anchor bolts shall be as per approved make (Annexure) Stainless steel grade
SS 316 confirming to grade A4 of BS 6105.
o Anchor bolt design loads shall confirm with E 488 - Strength of anchors in concrete
and masonry elements.
20. Design for temperatures

o Design, fabricate and install component parts to provide for horizontal and vertical
expansion and contraction of the exterior wall systems over an ambient exterior
temperature range of 0 deg. C through 55 deg. C; surface material temperature
range from 0 to +75 degrees C; an interior temperature range of 18 deg. C. to 25
deg. C at 50% humidity, without buckling, sealed joint failure, glass breakage,
undue stress on members, or anchors, noise and other detrimental effects.
o Make allowance for vertical and horizontal expansion. Dimensions shown on the
drawings are based on a design temperature base of 30 deg. C. For fabrication,
account the ambient temperature range at the time of the respective operations and
a daily temperature range of +/-15 deg. C.
21. Condensation
o Visible condensation shall not occur on the inside surfaces of the curtain wall when
the exterior wind speed is 7.8 m/s, the exterior temperature is 34.4°C, the relative
humidity is 80%, and the interior temperature is 23°C at humidity of 50%. Exterior
temperature and humidity information from appropriate local weather stations if
different to that stated above shall be considered, post approval of façade
consultants.
o Condensation is defined as water on more than 5% of the interior surface of any
curtain wall module or the uncontrolled flow of water from any condensation on any
interior surface. An interior surface is any surface other than an exterior surface.
o Retention of condensate within the wall components (insulation, gutters, etc.) is not
permitted to prevent the formation of mold.

22. Acoustic and Noise Reduction Requirement
o The system design for the exterior glass and metal wall facade should ensure
adequate acoustical insulation is provided to reduce the decibel levels within the
building to extent of 40db for insulating glass facade (from exterior to interior),
unless otherwise noted. Acoustic calculations for the same to be submitted for
approval.
23. Civil Construction tolerances

o The exterior wall enclosure systems design shall accommodate variation in location
of surrounding and supporting concrete work. Assume concrete tolerances to be
as below:
o Anchorage system to be designed to accommodate + / - 50 mm construction
(concrete) tolerance in X, Y & Z planes, whilst allowing + / - 5mm movement in the
three planes for final alignment of framing system post installation. Anchorage
system to allow for mechanical lock in place, post alignment to prevent undesired
movement of framing under wind, seismic loading etc.
o Openings in civil work for window wall shall be +/- 10mm.
24. Fire, Smoke and Draft Barrier

• Standards.
o ASTM E 814 "Standard Method of Fire Tests of Through-Penetration Fire stops".
o ASTM E2174 “Standard Practice for On Site Inspection of Installed Fire Stops “.
o ASTM E 119 "Standard Method of Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials".
o UL 2079 “Tests For Fire Resistance of Building Joint Systems”.
o ASTM E 1399 “Test For Dynamic Movement Conditions”.
o ASTM E 1966 ”Standard Test Method for Fire-Resistive Joint Systems”
o Published Through-Penetration Systems by recognized independent testing agencies.
o UL Fire Resistance Directory, Volume II of current year.
o Warnock Hersey Certification Listings, current year.
o Omega Point Laboratories, current year.
• Provide a continuous fire/smoke/draft barrier as an integral component of the exterior
wall systems to prevent the passage of air, flame and smoke from one floor to another,
within the exterior wall work. Comply with the requirements of the local authorities
having jurisdiction, including testing and certification requirements.
• Design the barrier system to accept floor fire safety as an integral part of the system.
• Design the barrier to sustain the impact from a fire hose stream in accordance with the
requirements of the local authorities having jurisdiction.

• Providing sprayable Fire-rated joint spray like Hilti CFS SP WB or 3M “fire & water
barrier tape” to seal gap between horizontal slab & curtain wall to provide minimum 2
hours of fire rating when tested as per UL 2079 standard. The product to have up to
50% Movement Capability and Sound Insulation of 55db as per ASTME-90.
• The product shall have passed the 500 cycles requirement as specified by ASTM E
1399 class II.
• The product should carry test certificate for mold resistance rating of 0 as determined
by ASTM G21-96 and shall have a VOC content of approx. 60 g/l as per LEED 2009.
• The system shall be UL listed & Classified and product shall bear the UL and FM
approval logo on the packing. If none of UL test certificate comply with actual
application, an EJ document prepared by qualified personnel and based on nearest
third party tested & approved systems like UL test certificates & in accordance with IFC
guidelines shall be produced by manufacturer. A firestop submittal shall be produced
by manufacturer, in accordance with approved passive fire protection method
statement, for technical approval.
• Firestop Specialist contractor needs to submit work completion certificate along with
installation report.
• Provide approved mineral wool / Ceramic Wool to suit conditions and to comply with
fire resistance and firestop manufacturer's requirements. Material shall be classified
non-combustible per ASTM E119.
25. Design for replacement

o The design shall allow for glass replacement after initial construction permitting
reuse of original gaskets and replacement glass of same nominal size as original
glass without requiring cutting of framing member or removal of interior finishes.
26. Insulation Barrier

o Design, fabricate and install exterior wall systems with an integral continuous
insulation barrier and vapor control layer to provide an insulated exterior wall
system. The exterior wall systems shall have appropriate level of insulation to
prevent excessive heat or cold transfer to the building. All insulation materials shall
comply with the current requirements of the Local Fire Safety Department and other
authorities having jurisdiction.
The insulation could be – moisture resistant mineral wool with minimum 48kg/cu.m,
50mm thick with Aluminum foil facing.
27. Spandrel Cavity Vent

Seal spandrel cavity to prevent migration of interior vapor into the spandrel cavity.
Vent the spandrel cavity to the exterior to mitigate against excessive heat build-up in the
cavity.

28. Dimensional Tolerances
• Glazed Aluminum Curtain Wall, Window Wall shall be plumb, square, level and
correctly aligned within the following limitations: offset from true horizontal and vertical
design location shall not exceed 1/1000 for any component but not to exceed 2mm,
nor shall any joints between or among pre-assembled units vary from design location
in excess of 1/1000 and not to exceed 2 mm.
• Flatwork Tolerances - Metals panels, fascia’s, sills and other sheet or plate fabricated
items shall be flat and free of bow or "oil canning" or "read thru" of stiffeners, welds.
Exposed metal faces shall be of such flatness that the maximum uniform bow in
300mm shall not exceed 0.8mm and the maximum overall variation in plane between
high and low point within a panel shall not exceed 1.5mm.
• Erection Tolerances: Erect component parts within the following tolerances.
o Variations from plumb or angle shown: 3mm maximum variation in story height
or 3m runs, noncumulative.
o Variations from level or slopes shown: 3mm maximum variation in column-to-
column space or 6m runs, noncumulative.
o Variations from theoretical calculated position as located in plan or elevation in
relation to established floor lines, column lines and other fixed elements of the
structure, including variations from plumb and level: 6mm maximum variation in
column-to-column space, floor-to-floor height or 6m run.
o Offsets in end-to-end or edge-to-edge alignment of consecutive members:
1.5mm maximum offset in alignment.
o Variations from Position at the Hypotenuse: Variation from theoretical calculated
position at the hypotenuse of rectangular bay between mullions in story height.
o 6mm maximum variation in 3m length of hypotenuse, noncumulative.
o 9mm maximum total variation in hypotenuse
o Erection tolerances shall include provisions for creep and shrinkage of building
frame where specified.
29. Accoustic Performance

• The cladding systems shall be designed to meet the external noise intrusion criteria
contained in BS 8233. The Contractor shall provide the acoustic performance
specified.
• Reference shall be made to the Acoustic Specification for full details of the acoustic
performance criteria.
• The design, construction and installation façade shall be such as to minimize the
generation of due to relative moment between façade and structure. Proper treatment
should be provided to eliminate cracking noise caused by not only by

• thermal expansion and contraction of metal parts but also by deflection main structure.
• The complete façade system shall provide sufficient attenuation of the external
acoustic.
• Environment to achieve the client’s required internal noise levels.
• Horizontal flanking sound insulation refers to the situation where partitions connect to
the exterior walls and sound is transmitted from one space to another via the cladding.
Vertical flanking sound insulation refers to the transmission of sound, via the cladding,
from one space to another above or below.
• Horizontal flanking sound insulation - The cladding shall provide a minimum Weighted
Normalized Flanking Level Difference (Dn,f,w) of 45dB. The Weighted Normalized
Flanking Level Difference (Dn,f,w) shall be measured in a UKAS accredited laboratory
in a way like that for Dn,c,w described in BS EN 20140: Part 9.
• Vertical flanking sound insulation - The cladding shall provide a minimum Weighted
Normalized Flanking Level Difference (Dn,f,w) of 45dB when measured in a way similar
to that described for horizontal flanking transmission
30. Unacceptable Conditions

• Vibration harmonics, wind whistles, noise or vibration created by thermal movement,
structural movement, or wind; thermal movement transferred to building structure;
loosening, weakening or failure of fixings, attachments or other components.
31. Design Modifications

• Make design modifications of work shown only as may be necessary to meet
performance requirements and coordinate the work. Variations in details and materials
which do not adversely affect appearance, durability or strength shall be submitted by
the Contractor for review and approval by Employer / Architect / façade consultants.
Maintain the general exterior design concept without altering profiles and alignments
shown. Unless otherwise defined by the Subcontract Documents, appearance of
exposed elements of exterior wall shall be consistent throughout the project.
32. Visual Mock-up

• Refer to special conditions of contracts for general requirements.
• Provide, at Façade Contractors plant / fabrication facility or on site (as directed by
Employer / Architect / Facade Consultant’s), visual mock-up(s) of the various façade
assemblies / elements for visual review by Employer / Architect / Facade Consultant’s,
to the extent as shown on mock up drawings, and representative of the finished Work.
Provide joint conditions, anchorage, specified glass, panels, paint finish and other
materials and features as will be used in the final Work.
• Visual mock-up(s) shall be erected to sizes as noted, containing materials required for
proposed finished top sides and back at least (3m) deep with access to interior space,
so as to allow viewing from interior of mock up assembly.
• Clean mock-up(s) with materials and techniques intended for use on the Project.
• Replace unsatisfactory Work as required to obtain approval of Facade Consultant’s.
The approved visual mock-up(s) will become the standard of workmanship for the
project. The approval of the visual mock-up(s) does not relieve the contractor of its
obligation to perform the work in accordance with the contract Documents.
• There will not be any payment towards the Visual mock-up first installation, rectification
and / or reinstallation. The approved visual mock-up will be accepted as permanent
installation.
• Visual Mock-Up assemblies for:
o Typical continuous curtainwall for minimum 2 floor height, 3 panels wide,
including Top hung window and vertical spandrel panels.
o One unit of Stick curtainwall with louvers and glass (10 sq.m).
o 2 units of casements windows.
33. Minimum Service Life
Material / Component Minimum Service Life in Years
Aluminum framing 60
Steel and Stainless-Steel Framing 60
Bracketry and fixings 60
Anodizing 30
Powder Coating 30
PVDF coatings 30
Corrosion Protection paint on steel (Life to first

30
maintenance)
Stainless steel finish 30
Insulated glazing 30
Laminated and monolithic glazing 30
Gaskets and membranes 30
Structural sealant 30
Weather sealant 30

Fire stopping 30
Insulation and vapor barriers 30
Fire and acoustic stopping 30
Ironmongery 10
Motors and automated mechanisms 10
Composite stone panels 50
Stone panels 50
Insulated render system 30
Sheathing board 50
34. Submittals
Refer to special conditions of contract for general requirements.
The Contractor shall attend meetings as necessary for the review of submittals
Testing
35. Performance Mock Up.
Façade contractor to carry out the performance test in following approved laboratory .
• Façade India Testing INC lab- Mumbai – India.

• Exova Group PLC – Dubai.
• Thomas Bell-Wright International Consultants – Dubai.
• Winwall Technology Pte. Ltd. – Singapore /Chennai.
• Any other accepted equivalent laboratory approved by client.
Typical full-scale mock-ups shall be tested for compliance with Performance Criteria. In general
tests shall conform to AAMA 501, 501.1 and 501.4, and the test sequences described below.
• Shop and Erection Drawings of Performance Mock-Up(s) Chamber
Submit for Facade Consultants’ action, shop and erection drawings of mock-up(s) showing
details of each test specimen complete with details of the chamber, details of proposed
support locations, details of project specific chamber connections and information regarding
components proposed for installation. Assemble mock-up(s) shop drawings of the principal
component parts, into this submittal and prepare coordination details and erection diagrams
for the entire test mock-up(s). Provide the fabricator's glazing and re glazing sequence and
procedures so as to allow for re glazing of a selected lite of glass as well as re glazing of failed
units during testing. Also include drawings for the proposed method of attaching the mock-
up(s) specimen to the Testing Laboratory's chamber.

• Calculations
Submit for Architect/Facade Consultants’ review, calculations together with shop and erection
drawings to substantiate mock up(s) Work complies with specified design criteria.
Calculations shall contain the seal of a licensed Professional Engineer. (Submit Professional
Engineer's credentials and license).
• Additional submittal
o Engineering calculations to show that maximum deflections do not exceed specified
performance requirements under full & proof design loading.
o Structural calculations for frames, connections, panels and anchorage assemblies.
o Data for glass showing that the probability of breakage at the designed / Proof wind
pressure will not exceed the specified probability of breakage for each type, size and
thickness of glass. Submit glass manufacturer's substantiating data.
o Thermal stress calculations for glass.
o Thermal / condensation analysis to meet project requirements where applicable.
o Calculations for live load movements.
o Calculations for Story Drift, building sway, Column shortening & other building
movements.
• As-Built Drawings.
Upon completion of testing, submit as-built drawings of mock-up(s) with actual dimensions
and thicknesses of component parts. Include actual measured sizes of glass to accuracy
of 0.75mm for height and width and 0.025mm for thickness. Clearly identify changes in
the fabrication of the mock-up(s) which occurred during erection including modifications
or additions of the mock-up(s) specimen required to comply with performance
requirements. Include in this submission, the actual method of attaching the mock-up
specimen(s) to the Testing Laboratory's chamber.
• Test Reports.
Submit three (3) copies of test report, prepared by the testing agency, for each specified
test showing required performance criteria and test results. Arrange with the independent
testing agency to prepare test reports in accordance with reporting procedure described
in the referenced test standards. Include in the test reports, detailed descriptions of
modifications made to the test specimen prior to and during the tests. Reports shall include
large sized color photographs of test specimens and relevant details.
• Visual Documentation
Submit two copies of DVD digital format color video recordings, taken throughout the
construction and testing of the mock-up(s). Record the activities using equipment capable
of high quality (HQ) recording at short play speed or equivalent high-resolution settings.
Record the installation of each individual component or trades work incorporated into the
mock-up(s). Give attention to deviations which arise during construction.

• Independent Testing Laboratory
Employer / Architect / Facade Consultants approved independent testing agency which is
equipped and experienced in conducting the required tests. The Façade Contractor’s own
test facilities and procedures will not be acceptable, except with the concurrence of
Employer, Architect and Facade Consultants.
• Responsibility
The contractor shall retain an Independent Testing Laboratory (Testing agency approved
by Architect / Facade Consultants) to perform specified tests to verify each proposed
system's stipulated performance. The contractor shall be responsible for preliminary
submissions, scheduling and orderly execution of tests and re-tests if necessary and shall
include the complete cost of the installation of the mock up assemblies and the chamber
rental fees until the final completion of testing and acceptance. Supervisory construction
personnel shall be present for key erection sequences and testing.
• Calibration
Provide calibration certification of all test measuring equipment from relevant authorities
not more than 12 months old.
o Air Leakage Calibration: Overall chamber air leakage shall be determined initially
by covering the specimen to determine border and other type leakage. For each
subsequent static air infiltration test scheduled, cover the wall only if gross air
infiltration has, in the opinion of the architect/ Facade Consultants, changed
significantly from the previous tests.
o Wind Generator Apparatus Calibration: Wind generator apparatus calibration and
the wind generator apparatus positions for dynamic pressure water penetration
testing shall be as required by the AAMA standard.
• Pre-Test Meeting
Prior to the start of construction of mock-up assemblies meet at the test facility, to review
methods and sequence of the mock-up(s) construction and proposed test procedures. The
meeting shall include the Employer, architect, Facade Consultants, contractor, the Testing
Agency representative, the testing and inspection agent, and other subcontractors whose
work requires coordination with this Work. Include in the meeting, individual foremen who
will be supervising both the Work of the Mock-ups as well the as the construction of the
final Work on the Project.
• Witnessing of Testing
Conduct tests of mock-up(s) under the direction of an approved testing agency
representative in the presence of Employer, Architect, Facade Consultant’s and
contractor. Proceed with each test only after acceptance of the submitted detailed outline
of test procedure and other required submittals.
• Glass Removal and Replacement

Each mock-up assembly shall contain one lite of glass (in location as directed by the
Architect / Facade Consultant’s and noted on the shop drawing) which is removed at the
test facility and re-glazed at the test facility, prior to testing, in the presence of the testing
agency utilizing the proposed submitted re glazing sequence.
• Payments For Testing And Inspection Services
o Initial Services: The Facade Contractor will pay for all testing and inspection
services unless otherwise noted in the Bill of Quantities / Schedule of rates.
o Retesting: When tests and inspections indicate non-compliance with local Codes
and the Contract Documents, all subsequent retesting occasioned by the non-
compliance shall be performed by the same testing laboratory and inspectors and
the costs thereof will be borne by the Facade Contractor.
o All costs of mock-up assemblies shall be borne by the contractor including business
class air travel, local transportation, accommodation, food & all incidental expenses
for 6 persons (2 personnel each from Employer, Façade Consultants & Architect).
o The Façade Contractor shall make all necessary arrangements for travel, boarding
and lodging at his cost. The accommodation shall at internally known 5 Star Hotels.
Façade contractor shall take consent from the concerned parties on the travel
itinerary prior to making firm reservations.
• Facade Contractor’s Testing
o Inspection or testing performed exclusively for the Facade Contractor’s
convenience shall be the sole responsibility of the Facade Contractor.
o Where operating tests are specified, the Facade Contractor shall test his work as it
progresses, on his own account, and shall make satisfactory preliminary tests in all
cases before applying for official tests.
o Tests shall be made in the manner specified, for the different branches of the work.
Each test shall be made on the entire system for which such test is required,
wherever practical. In case it is necessary to test portions of the work
independently, the Facade Contractor shall do so without extra compensation. The
Facade Contractor shall furnish all labor, material and apparatus, make corrections
and conduct the official test. The test will be conducted in the presence of a
representative of the Employer / Architect / Facade Consultant’s.
o Required certificates of inspection, testing or approval shall be secured by the
Facade Contractor and promptly delivered by him to the Employer / Architect /
Facade Consultant’s.
o If the Architect / Facade Consultant’s or Engineer is to observe the inspections,
tests or approvals required by the Contract Documents, he will endeavor to do so
promptly and, where practicable, at the source of supply.
• Cooperation with Testing Laboratory And Inspectors

Representatives of the testing laboratory and inspectors shall have access to the work at
all times. Provide facilities for such access in order that they may properly perform their
functions.
• Schedules
Establishing Schedule - By advance discussions with the inspection service and testing
laboratory selected by the Employer, determine the time required to perform inspections
and tests and to issue each of its findings. Provide all required time within the construction
schedule.
Adherence to Schedule - When the testing laboratory is ready to test according to the
determined schedule but is prevented from testing or taking specimens due to
incompleteness of the work, all extra costs for testing attributable to the delay will be borne
by the Facade Contractor.
• Taking Specimens
All specimens and samples for testing, unless otherwise provided in these Contract
Documents, will be taken by the testing laboratory; all sampling equipment and personnel
will be provided by the testing laboratory; and all deliveries of specimens and samples to
the testing laboratory will be performed by the testing laboratory.
• Testing curtainwall / window wall
o Submittal Review: Prior to construction and testing of the mock-ups, required
submittals shall have to be reviewed and received final action including acceptance
of compatibility testing. Preceding testing of the mock-up assemblies, the removal
and replacement of selected lite of glass in accordance with submitted procedure,
shall have been completed, documented and approved.
o Notification of Readiness: Notify the Architect/ Facade Consultant’s/ Employer of
the readiness of the mock ups for preliminary and final testing. Do not begin the
testing program without the presence of all the specified personnel.
o Facade Consultant’s shall perform a visual review of mock-up s to review fit, finish,
joinery and level of craftsmanship at the construction facility prior to testing. Items
requiring correction or modification shall be documented and if necessary corrected
prior to proceeding with testing
o Correct deficiencies in the mock-ups observed during testing and repeat tests as
may be required to show compliance with the specified performance standards and
the contract Documents. Resubmit submittals affected by these corrections.
o Deficiencies requiring major repair or modification to the mock-up(s) shall mandate
a complete retesting of the mock-up(s) beginning with the specified Preliminary
Test unless otherwise directed by the Architect / Facade Consultant’s. If compliance
with the performance standards is not achieved after 2 complete retests the
contractor shall bear costs for additional retesting including additional testing
laboratory fees and other fees and expenses incurred by the Employer / Architect /

Facade Consultant’s and their authorized representatives until compliance with the
performance standards is accomplished.
o Incorporate corrective measures indicated by the test report into the final
assemblies after reviewed and approved by Facade Consultant’s.
o Post-Test Examination of Mock-up s: after completion of the exterior wall mock-up
s test, the manufacturer/fabricator shall disassemble the mock-up(s) in the
presence of the Testing Laboratory representative, to verify that it was assembled
in accordance with the actioned shop drawings and agreed revisions. Any portion
of the mock-up(s) which deviates from the shop drawings or agreed revisions shall
be subject to retesting. The wall manufacturer/fabricator shall submit details
illustrating modifications made and deviations with Final Test Report by
Independent Testing Laboratory.
• Test mock-up description
o Refer to tender BOQ.
• Preliminary Testing
o Permission for Pre-test: Contractor shall not "pre-test" mock-up assemblies without
prior permission from the Facade Consultant’s and if granted, "pretesting" shall only
be performed in the presence of the Testing Laboratory's authorized representative.
o Preliminary Pre-test: Conduct a preliminary pre-test of each mock-up assembly
consisting of the following:
o If shadowbox is not the primary or secondary weather barrier, remove shadowbox
prior to performance testing.
o Preload test chamber to one half the positive and one half the negative maximum
design wind load.
o Pre-test for Air Infiltration (Static Pressure): ASTM E283; except test pressure
difference shall be 300 Pa.
o Pretest for Water Penetration (Static Pressure): ASTM E331 with a water
application rate of 3.4 liters/m2/min for 15 minutes; Test to 20%of design load or
maximum of 720 Pa.
o Perform remedial work.
o Re-test for air and water penetration. Record and submit modifications to the test
assembly or individual components during pretesting of the mock-up(s).
o Limitation of Pre-test: The preliminary pre-test is purposely limited to a single event
with one correction and retest. Minor modifications to the mock-up assembly will be
allowed prior to the correction and retest. However major modifications (as defined
by Facade Consultant’s) shall not be allowed. Failure to pass both the preliminary
pre-test and the correction and retest will require necessary redesign, resubmission
of mock-up(s) drawings and retesting for the preliminary pre-test prior to Final
Testing.
• Final Testing
o Order of Testing: Make the following tests of each mock-up, in the order listed, and
in accordance with performance criteria specified in the related specification
sections.
o Preloading: Preload test chamber to one half the positive maximum design wind
load.
o Test for Air Infiltration (Static Pressure): ASTM E283 except test pressure
difference shall be 300 Pa. Test shall include chamber calibration if required to re-
quantify air leakage through chamber and non-project border conditions.
o Test for Water Penetration (Static Pressure): ASTM E331 with a water application
rate of 3.4 litres / min / m2 for 15 minutes. Test to 20%of design load or maximum
of 720 Pa. No water leakage permitted on interior face of wall or trim.
o Test for Water Penetration (Dynamic Pressure): AAMA Standard 501.1 with a water
application rate of 3.4 litres/min/m2 for 15 minutes. Test to 20%of design load or
maximum of 720Pa. No water leakage permitted on interior face of wall or trim. Test
shall include wind generator calibration.
o Test for Structural Performance: ASTM E330 at 50% and 100% of positive and
negative design pressures.
o Re-test For Air Infiltration (Static Pressure): According to ASTM E283.
o Re-Test for Water Penetration (Static Pressure): According to ASTM E331.
o Lateral displacement, three cycles, +/- 15mm or as verified by the project structural
engineer.
o Re-test For Air Infiltration (Static Pressure): According to ASTM E283.
o Re-Test for Water Penetration (Static Pressure): According to ASTM E331.
o Structural test at seventy five percent (75%) and one hundred fifty percent (150%)
of inward design pressure.
o Structural test at seventy five percent (75%) and one hundred fifty percent (150%)
of outward design pressure.
o Lateral displacement, three cycles, +/- 150% of lateral displacement as tested
earlier in the sequence.
o Deflection readings shall be taken as a minimum at end connections and mid spans
of main framing members, at intersections of framing members and at mid spans
of glass holding members, glass and panels. Additional locations for deflection
readings where required by Facade Consultant’s shall be duly provided by testing
agency. Readings shall be taken for both positive and negative loading.
o If glass breakage occurs before reaching 1.5 times design pressure, re glaze and
repeat test. Enough stock of replacement glass shall be provided at the test site to
complete tests without undue delay. Two successive failures of the same lite or

panel not otherwise attributable to inherent glass defects will be considered
unacceptable. Further tests shall be suspended until deficiencies are corrected,
which may include increasing the stiffness of glass holding members and/or
adjustment of the glazing details and shall subject the exterior wall system to
redesign by the contractor before testing is continued. If permanent deformation,
weld or fastener failure, component disengagement or breakage other than glass
breakage occurs before reaching 1.5 times design pressure the exterior wall system
shall be subject to redesign by the contractor.
• Testing of Exterior Aluminium Cladding (Not applicable for the project)
36. Field testing

• Water Hose Field Penetration Test
After completion of the installation and nominal curing of sealants and glazing compounds,
and before installation of interior trim members, finishes, test for water leaks by
performance of AAMA 501.2 "Specifications for Field Check of Metal Window walls for
Water Leakage." Provide powered scaffold, hose, radios, water supply and manpower to
perform at least four (4) successful tests, plus repeat testing of unsuccessful tests. Test
walls at 10%, 25%, 50%, and 100% project work progress.
• There shall be no water leakage.
• Beginning testing as early as possible i.e. 5 % of installation during erection so that
approved corrections can be incorporated into the remaining work.
• Correct defects revealed by test. Retest corrected work to determine effectiveness of
remedial measures.
• Provide power, scaffold, water supply and manpower to performs test as desired
locations till successful tests. The test areas shall be as selected by Employer/
Architect.
• Employer/Architect will select typical areas to be tested, each equivalent to three bays
wide and two Stories high.
• Corrective measure shall meet standards of quality represented by successfully tested
mock-ups and are subject to Employer/Architect.
• Sealant: Periodically test sealants in place in place for adhesion, using methods
recommended by sealant manufacturer. Promptly replace sealant that does not adhere
or fails to cure.
37. Sealant Adhesion Tests

Test each sealant type for conformance with the requirements for peel strength relative to
each applicable substrate. Demonstrate by test that each sealant type, when applied in
accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendation, does not stain the materials to which it
is applied. Tests shall be performed by the sealant manufacturer on finished materials

supplied by the Contractor. Test results shall be reported in writing to the Architect and
approved by the Architect / façade consultants.
38. Anchor testing

Verify the adequacy of the anchorage by means of pull out testing on mock-up anchors in
accordance with ASTM E488. Loading for testing shall be 150% of design load to most closely
replicate the forces the exterior wall system will exert on the anchors (shear, static, seismic,
etc. as required to indicate compliance with specified performance criteria). Mock-up slab size
shall be approximately 2 meters by 2 meters. Field testing of anchors shall be as warranted
based on site inspection of installation.
Products
39. Aluminum
• Provide Accepted aluminum extrusions and/or sheet of alloy and grades suitable for
the structural requirements, applied finishes and project conditions not less than the
strength and durability properties of the alloy and temper designated in the relevant
Standards. Submit details including proposed alloy types with supporting justification
data for review and Acceptance.
• All aluminum materials shall be of consistent high quality regardless of source.
• Mill finish on non-visible surfaces will not be acceptable.
• Submit manufacturer's certificate of compliance or test report for each batch of
aluminum supplied.
• Each batch shall be suitably identified and cross referenced with the certificate.
• Aluminium extrusion shall be of Alloy 6061 / 6063 T5/T6 confirming to BS 1470 / BS
1471 / BS 1473 / BS 1474.
• Minimum wall thickness for the structural members shall be 2.5mm & non-structural
member shall be 1.5mm thick.
• The extrusion tolerances shall confirm to BS EN 12020 In case of Aluminium structural
support brackets the Alloy shall be 6005 grade & T5 temper.
• Extruded profiles shall be free from die lines, pressure marks, scratches or graphite
lines.
• The Extrusions Shall have the webs, walls & flanges of sufficient thickness and
eliminated permanent distortion of elements in the finished works.
• Extruder shall subject to quality review by consultants.
• All matching sections should be extruded with single extruder to avoid profiles
mismatch.
• Solid Aluminum sheet shall be of Alloy 5005 H14 Series.
• Solid Metal Panels shall be designed, fabricated & installed in such a manner that the
panel should be flat when viewed from any time & any angle.
• Distortions, waviness, ripples shall not permit in any solid metal panels.
• Acceptable aluminum extrusion Manufacturer: Jindal / Bhoruka / Sapa / Global
Aluminum / Hindalco or equivalent approved.
40. Structural Steel

• Façade structural steel works shall be a part of façade contractor scope, unless noted
in tender drawing clearly. Scope of work shall be Design, supply, fabrication, surface
treatment, storage, delivery & erection of all the steelwork. This also includes the
supply and installation of all cast-in items used to support the steelwork, the grouting
of base plates, the provision of cleats and drilling of holes for the attachment of the
cladding system, and repairs to damage surfaces during construction
• The work shall be carried out in strict accordance with the Façade contractor’s
drawings ( to be reviewed and Accepted by the Consultant / PMC / Architect), this
specification, all other drawings and specifications included in this contract, and any
Contractor authorized written instruction that may be issued during the course of this
project.
• Facade contractor shall comply all applicable Indian Regulations / Standard, British
standard, but not limited to the following standard as specified.
IS 800 – 2007 General Construction in Steel – Code of Practice
BS EN 10025 Hot rolled products of structural steels
BS 638 Arc Welding Plant, Equipment and Accessories
BS 639 Covered Electrodes
BS 709 Methods of Non-Destructive Testing Fusion

Welded Joints
BS 729 Hot Dip Galvanized Coatings on Iron and Steel

Articles
BS 916 Black Bolts, Screws and Nuts
BS 1449 Steel Plate, Flat and Strip
BS EN ISO 1461 Hot Dip Galvanized coatings on fabricated iron &

steel articles
BS 1580 Unified Screw Threads
BS 2600 Methods for Radiographic Examination of Fusion

Welded Butt Joints in Steel

BS 2910 Methods for Radiographic Examination of Fusion
Welded
Circumferential Butt Joints in Steel Pipes
BS 2989 Specification for continuously hot-dip zinc coated

and iron-zinc alloy coated steel
BS 3019 TIG welding
BS 3100 Steel Castings for General Engineering Purposes
BS 3571 MIG welding
BS 3889 Methods of Non-Destructive Testing of Pipes and

Tubes
BS 3923 Methods Ultrasonic Examination of Welds
BS 4165 Electrode Wires and Fluxes for the Submerged Arc

Welding of Carbon Steel and Medium Tensile
Steel
BS 4190 ISO Metric Black Hexagon Bolts, Screws and Nut
BS 4232 Surface Finish of Blast Cleaned Steel or Painting
BS 4320 Metal Washers For General Engineering Purposes
BS 4360 Weld able Structural Steel
BS 4515 Field Welding of Carbon Steel Pipelines
BS 4848 Hot Rolled Structural Steel Sections
BS 4871 Approval Testing of Welders
BS 4882 Bolting for Flanges and Pressure Containing

Purposes
BS 5135 Metal Arc Welding of Carbon and Carbon

Manganese Steels
BS 5400: Part 6 Fabrication tolerance for steel work
BS 5493 Protective Coating of Iron and Steel against

Corrosion
BS 5950: Part 2 Fabrication tolerance for steel work
BS 6072 Method of Magnetic Particle Flaw Detection

BS 6323 Seamless and Welded Steel Tube
BS 6399.1 Code of Practice for Dead and Imposed Loads
BS 6399.2 Code of Practice for Wind Loads
BS 5588 Fire Precautions in Design, Construction and Use

of Building
BS 5588: Part 3(1983) Code of Practice for Office Buildings
BS 7543 Guide of Durability of buildings and building

elements, products and components
BS 476 Fire tests on Building Materials and Structures
BS 6651 Code of Practice for the Protection of Structures

against Lightning
IS 800 - 2007 Code of Practice for General Construction in steel
IS 2062 Hot rolled Low, Medium and High Tensile

Structural steel.
IS 801 Code of Practice for use of Cold-Formed Light

Gauge Steel Structural Members in general
Building Construction.
IS 806 Code of Practice for use of Steel Tubes in General

Building Construction.
IS 808 – 1989 Dimensions for hot rolled steel beams, columns.

Channels & angle sections.
IS 811 Specification for cold formed Light Gauge

Structural Steel Sections.
IS 816 Code of Practice for use of Metal Arc Welding for

General Construction in Mild Steel
IS 1161 Steel Tubes for Structural Purposes - Specification
IS 1477 Code of Practice for Painting of Ferrous Metals in

Buildings & Allied Finishes
IS 7215 Tolerances for fabrication of steel structure
IS 12843 Tolerance for erection of steel structure
S15 055900 Surface Preparation for Painting Steel Surfaces
• Material
o All material shall be confirm to Weld able structural steel confirming to BS EN
10210 Grade S275(Mild steel) or Grade S355 (High Yield steel).
o Hot Rolled sections
✓ Universal beams, columns, tee sections & channels to BS 4 .
✓ Hollow sections to BS EN 10210-2 .
✓ Angles to BS EN 10056-1 .
✓ Flats, plates, bars to BS EN 10210 .
o Cold Rolled Sections: All Structure shall be complying with BS EN 10162. Cold
roller sections are not permitted unless specially mentioned in the drawings.
o Stainless Steel.
✓ Wrought Stainless Steel shall confirm with BS EN 10083, Grade S16.
✓ Flat rolled Stainless steel shall confirm with BS 1449 & Grade 316 S16
softened Stainless steel tubes shall confirm with BS EN 10296,
designation LW 23 GZF(S).
• The approved brands for the structural steel shall be one of the following:
o SAIL.
o TISCO.
o VIZAG.
o JINDAL.
o TATA
41. Steel Welding:

• Welding procedure (Consumables used / Tools / Method / Angel of weld/ Number of
welding pass) shall be submitted for Consultant review.
• All welding shall be confirm with BS EN 1011-1.
• Welding consumables for fusion welding shall be confirm with BS EN 1011-8.
• Welding consumables for metal arc welding of austenitic stainless steel shall be
confirm with BS 4677.
• Weld testing:
o Provide an experienced and competent operator to supervise welding. Submit
certificates proving that all welders have passed the training tests in BS1295
and if specified, carry out approval tests to BS EN 287-1 or BS 4872: Pt. 1 as
applicable.
o Keep a record on Site when specified to identify welders responsible for major
welds.

o Obtain Acceptance of the proposed welding procedures prior to commencing
welding including.
o Preparation of fusion faces.
o Preheating temperature where required.
o Type of electrodes.
o Number and sequence of runs to build-up the weld bead
o Post-heating treatment if required
o Do not depart from the agreed welding procedure without the prior agreement
of the Contractor
o Carry out approval testing of welding procedures to DIN EN ISO 15614-1, when
specified, strictly in accordance with the proposed welding procedure using
representative samples of the materials.
42. Screws And Metal Fasteners
• All Bolts & Nuts for non-visible area shall be Stainless steel A2 grade (304 Grade)
confirming to BS 6105.
• All Bolts & Nuts for Visible area shall be Stainless Steel A4 Grade (316 Grade)
confirming to BS 6105.
• Screws and fasteners threading shall confirm to DIN standard or equivalent.
• Tightening Torque shall be as per Manufacturer recommendation by Torque Wrench
only.
• Comply with AAMA Metal curtain Wall Fasteners.
43. Brackets
• All fixing brackets shall be Mild Steel with Hot Dip Galvanized or Aluminum Alloy of
6005 T5 or Stainless Steel (SS 316 Grade).
• Brackets shall be resisting all loads, movements & dimensional changes that may
occur in the building due to thermal changes, deflections, settlement & creep.
• Use locknuts to prevent loosening due to movements / Vibrations.
• Brackets shall accommodate the three-dimensional building tolerance with serrations
/ serration washers.
• Fixings shall be corrosion resistant, and non-staining to adjacent work.
• Fixings shall be concealed unless otherwise accepted in the drgs.

• Provide contingency design and installation procedures for all typical substrate
conditions and deficiencies including:
o Reinforcement clash.
o Excessive out-of-tolerance concrete.
o Clash with concrete joints, and other structural details.
o Mis-located, missed and incorrect embedment.
• Check all base structure reinforcement locations. Coordinate with the Employer’s
representative / PMC and refer to structural drawings to establish bracket fixing
locations. Verify relationship between brackets and concrete reinforcement on shop
drawings.
• Design fixing brackets for the worst possible panel eccentricity, packing location, and
uneven load sharing. Include prying effects on bolt groups.
• Design and install brackets so that all building envelope loads are transmitted through
brackets and prevent transfer of loads through panel joints to adjacent panels.
44. Bolts, Nuts & Washers

• Stainless steel bolts & nuts shall comply with BS 6105, Strength A4, and Class 80
• Stainless washers comply with BS 1449: Pt2. Grade 316 S 31.
• Stainless steel bolts & nuts shall be corrosion resistant.
45. HSFG Bolts

• High Strength Friction Grip Bolts and associated nuts and washers shall comply with
BS 4395: Part 1 unless otherwise specified. Contact surfaces shall be left unpainted
or prepared as otherwise indicated on the shop drawings. HSFG Bolts shall be installed
in accordance with BS 4604 using a wax based lubricant and coronet type load
indicator washers or as Accepted by the Employer’s representative / PMC.
46. Holding Down Bolts

• Holding down Bolts and associated nuts and washers shall be galvanized Grade Class
4.6 to ASTM A307 or BS 4190 unless otherwise specified.
• They shall be rigidly held in place at the top and bottom by tack welding to mild steel
links before galvanizing.
• They are to be located using a template that is firmly secured to the formwork or
reinforcement.
• The threaded length is to be sufficient to take up all construction tolerances and is to
be protected by taping and covering where impact damage may occur.
47. Masonry Anchors

• All Anchors shall be installed in accordance with the manufacture's requirements
• Facade Contractor is responsible for confirming the all edge distance, spacing and
embedment requirement are satisfied.
• Minimum distance from the concrete edge to the nearest part of the anchor : 100mm.
• ASTM E488 - Standard test methods for strength of anchors in concrete & masonry
elements.
• BS 5080 : Methods of test for Structural fixings in concrete & masonry.
• BS 5080.1 : Tensile loading.
• BS 5080.2 : Method for determination of resistance to loading in shear.
• Carry out testing of installed anchorage in accordance with ASTM E488 and a testing
programme to be submitted to the Employer’s representative / PMC for review and
Acceptance before commencing.
• Anchors shall be tested to demonstrate:
o No permanent deformation of the anchor at 1.5 x the design load.
o No failure of the anchor at 2 x the design load.
o No failure of the structural concrete at 3 x the design load.
• Testing shall be carried out by the anchor manufacturer or an at an Accepted
laboratory.
• Submit full report on proposed testing procedures, including any additional test criteria
proposed, substrate inspections, and the like.
• Submit test results and reports on unsuitable substrates, progressively, if found.
• Expansion Anchor Bolts for Reinforced Concrete:
Drilling/Cleaning hole and fixing Hilti / Fischer / Wuerth make ETA Approved toque-
controlled expansion anchor of appropriate size in concrete. Anchor should be pre-
assembled with a stud, expansion sleeve, a nut and a washer. Top end of stud has
threads and bottom end has cold formed conical head. Manufacture should submit
Anchor Design Report based on Design Loads & other parameters as required by
consultant. Metal anchors should be designed in accordance with ETAG 001 Annex C
“guidelines for anchorage of metal anchors for use in concrete”. Application at site
should be done as per manufacturer guidelines.
48. Cast In Anchors

• Cast-in Anchor Channels& T-Bolts:
Hilti / Jordal / Halfen hot-rolled anchor with LDPE - Foam filler and endcaps on both
sides, for static and fatigue loadings in cracked and un-cracked concrete certified with
European Technical Approval (ETA).
T-Bolt to attach mounting parts to anchor channel to be hot dipped galvanized with
steel grade 4.6/8.8. The T bolt diameter should be static and fatigue loadings certified.

Deliver and install according to structural requirements and manufacturers
recommendations.
• Anchors for AAC block / solid and hollow brick masonry, window fixing.
Appropriate length of ETA Approved HRD H anchor suitable for fastenings both on
concrete & masonry / aerated blocks. Length of anchor should be decided on the basis
of embedment depth in base material, total frame thickness & gap between frame and
base material. Anchor should include appropriate diameter Polyamide PA 6 grade
sleeve and appropriate diameter double threaded stainless steel 316 Hex head screw.
49. Super durable Polyester Powder coating
• High Durability / Super durable powder coating shall be factory applied by electrostatic
spray.
• Aluminum, surfaces shall be pretreated in accordance with ASTM B449 under
chromates Class 1 to provide maximum corrosion protection.
• Use a single supplier & applicator throughout production to ensure consistency.
• The coatings are to be free of flow lines, streaks, blisters, pin holes, tears, damage &
other surface defects.
• Powders shall be of thermosetting and super durable type. It must be Lead, Cadmium
and TGIC (triglycidylisocyanurate) free, to ensure strict environmental compliance. The
powder manufacturer shall provide written confirmation on this item.
• All exposed surfaces shall be finished; surfaces shall match the appearance, color,
texture and gloss of the samples submitted to and approved by the Architect / façade
consultants.
• Comply with National Association of Architectural Metal Manufacturers (NAAMM):
NAAMM "Metal Finishes Manual."
• All surfaces exposed to the exterior & interior shall receive super durable polyester
powder coating system complying to AAMA 2604.
• Coating application, including quality of base metal /pre-treatment / primer /any
intermediate coat / top coat shall conform to standards and procedures, written or
otherwise, of coating manufacturer, and to AAMA 2604 for Super durable powder
coating system.
• Maintain records and samples of entire coating production. Records and samples shall
be made available to Employer at his request.
• Colors shall match Employer’s project samples.
• The finish coating(s) shall be fully opaque. Base metal, pretreatments, primers and
barrier coats shall not be part of the appearance of the finish.

• Approved supplier: Interpon D2525 from AkzoNobel Or equivalent products from Jotun
/ PPG +Asian / others.
• The colour and gloss range samples shall be submitted to the Employer’s
representative / PMC for Acceptance. The two (2) samples in each set shall represent
both the degree of specular gloss, and the lightest and darkest shades of that colour
that will be acceptable. For colour of coatings, refer to Finishes Schedule.
• The Contractor shall provide a compatible air-dried coating for field touch-up as
recommended by the coating manufacturer and based on, at the minimum, the
standards set out in AAMA 2605 for external surfaces and AAMA 2604 for internal
surfaces, to match the factory-applied finished work.
• Touch-up sample should be provided to the Employer’s representative / PMC for
Acceptance, prior to the commencement of painting.
50. Organic Coating / PVDF Coating (if required)

• All exposed surfaces shall be finished; surfaces shall match the appearance, color,
texture and gloss of the samples submitted to and approved by the Architect / façade
consultants.
• Comply with National Association of Architectural Metal Manufacturers (NAAMM):
NAAMM "Metal Finishes Manual."
• Thermally cured fluorocarbon polymeric coating system based on Hylar 5000 or Kynar
500.
• All exposed Aluminum surfaces shall receive a 2 or 3 coat thermally cured fluorocarbon
polymeric coating system based on Hylar 5000 or Kynar 500 with 70% Polyvinylidene
Fluoride content.
• Coating application, including quality of base metal and its pretreatment, primer, barrier
coat as required by the manufacturer, intermediate coat and top coat shall conform to
standards and procedures, written or otherwise, of coating manufacturer, and to AAMA
2605 or as noted below.
• Maintain records and samples of entire coating production. Records and samples shall
be made available to Owner at his request.
• The finish coating(s) shall be fully opaque. Base metal, pretreatments, primers and
barrier coats shall not be part of the appearance of the finish.
• Provide compatible touch-up coatings for field application.
• Approved supplier: DURANAR coating from PPG Or equivalent products from Jotun /
AkzoNobel / others.
• The film thickness shall be minimum 35 microns.
• PVDF coatings shall be with solar reflective properties to be used. (If specially asked
in the BOQ).

• The coating manufacturers shall be as per Approved make (Annexure).
• Surface shall not show any dents, scratches, die lines, scratches etc.
51. Quality Records & Testing Requirements for Aluminium Coating

• AAMA-2605:1998: Colour uniformity.
• AAMA-2605 & ASTM B244-97: Film thickness.
• AAMA-2605 & ASTM D523-89: Specular gloss at 60° viewing angle.
• F-2H ASTM D523-89: Pencil hardness.
• ASTM D1737-62: Post formability, 180-degree bend around 3mm mandrel.
• AAMA-2605 & ASTM D3363: Film adhesion.
• ASTM D968-93: Abrasion resistance, 65min.
• AAMA-2605-98: Chemical resistance.
• AAMA-2605-98: Corrosion resistance.
• Fed Test 6152, Fed Stds 141a: Weather thermometer 500 hv exposure.
• ASTM D714-02 & ASTM D2247-02: Humidity 3000hrs exposure at 100% relative
humidity.
• ASTM B117-02 & ASTM D714-02: Salt spray 3000hrs in salt fog at 95°F.
• ASTM E84: Flame test.
• In addition to the standard tests listed above, the coating shall comply with the
following:
o Colour shall be in accordance with the Employer’s representative / PMC’s
selection as per the accepted control samples.
o Powder coatings shall be in full compliance with AAMA 2605 for external
surfaces and AAMA 2604 for internal surfaces.
o Coating thickness for single coat system to be at least 65 to 100 microns and
must be of super durable polyester / High Durability grade.
o To ensure optimum weather ability, coated panels must be initially submitted to
an independent laboratory for accelerated tests for 3000 hours. QUV A tests
must have at least 80 % gloss retention and colour change shall not exceed 5
delta units.
o During production, large size standard colour range samples will be used to
compare production colors with the Accepted colour range samples. Upon
completion of coating and prior to sealing, each production part will be inspected
for comparison of colour range and overall uniformity of appearance.
o Materials shall not be shipped, delivered or supplied when the finish of such
material:
o Has not been inspected and tested in the manner and by the means described
above.
o Does not meet all the specifications for the finishes set forth in all the
manufacturer’s instructions.
o Does not fall within the colour range Accepted by the Employer’s representative
/ PMC.
o Has not otherwise been processed in accordance with these specifications.
o Notwithstanding the Acceptance and implementation of the above-mentioned
programs on samples, quality control and field touch-up air-dried coating
systems, any installed work with coating defects or variation in colour or tonality
in excess of the Accepted sample range will be subject to rejection by the facade
Employer’s representative / PMC.
52. Protective Coating for mild steel

• Painting surface should blast cleaned to ISO-Sa 21/2 or minimum SSPC Sp6, blast
profile 40-60µm cleaned to minimum ISO-St3/SSPC SP3.
• Protective coat: Two-Component, high solids, Zinc Phosphate Epoxy Primer and build
coat of minimum 250 µm.
• Topcoat: Two-component, high-build semi-gloss aliphatic polyurethane finish coat of
70 µm of approved color.
Products: SIGMAFAST 278 Epoxy primer form PPG + SIGMADUR 520 PU top coat or
alternative equivalent protective coating system from Jotun / AkzoNobel / approved
alternative.
• Paints shall meet the requirements VOC Limits.
53. Hot dip Galvanizing.

• Minimum 80 microns thick hot dipped galvanized.
• Hot-dip for shapes, plates, bars and strip should be as per ASTM A-123.
• Electro galvanizing should be as per ASTM A-164 for hardware, ASTM A-153 for sheet,
ASTM A-525 for coating weight.
54. Anodic Coating for Aluminum
• All visible Aluminum panel profiles shall have minimum 20 micron neutral anodic
coating, class A.
• Confirms to BS 3987 : 1991 Specification for anodic oxidation coatings on wrought
aluminium for external architectural applications.
• Confirms to BS 6161-18:1991. Methods of test for anodic oxidation coatings on
aluminium and its alloys. Determination of surface abrasion resistance.
• Anodizing shall be hot sealed to close the porosity in the anodic surface for resistance
against atmospheric attack.
• The minimum coating weight shall be 5.5 milligrams/cm2.
• There shall be two sets of three range samples 600mmx 600mm in each set
representing both the degree of specula gloss and the lightest, median and darkest
shades of that colour to be accepted for use on the project. (One set is to be used by
the Anodiser and the other by the Employer’s representative / PMC for checking).
• Materials acceptable shall be clear (or natural) anodised to AAMA 607.1 or colour
anodized to AAMA 601. The etched surface shall be permanently sealed. The etched
surface shall have 25 microns minimum of material removed from all exposed surfaces.
• Surfaces to be finished shall be free from imperfections, scratches, scrapes and dents.
When the finish is applied, all coatings when cured shall be visibly free of spots, stains
and streaks.
• The Employer’s representative / PMC reserves the right to reject any panels which do
not conform to the specification or which he considers visually unacceptable based on
the accepted controlled samples.
• Submit manufacturer's production and test records prior to shipping materials to site.
• Each batch shall be tested for film thickness and the batch number referenced to the
delivery documentation for traceability. Testing shall be performed by an Accepted
testing laboratory.
• Colour testing shall be carried out an all batches using a Gardiner XL-S Colour meter.
55. Chromatizing (All non-visible Aluminium Profile Surface)

• All Nonvisible Aluminum Profiles shall have achromatizing treatment to improve
resistance to corrosion.
• Comply with ASTM D 1730 Standard Practices for Preparation of Aluminum and
Aluminum-Alloy Surfaces for Painting.
• Process shall be as follows:
o Step 1: Clean - Alkaline or acid uniform mild etching, 1 to 5 minutes, 140 to 180
Deg. F.
o Step 2: Rinse - Water rinse - 30 seconds - Ambient temperature.
o Step 3: Deoxidize - Acid - 1 minute - Ambient temperature
o Step 4: Rinse - Water rinse - 45 seconds - Ambient temperature.
o Step 5: Conversion Coating - Amorphous Chrome Chromate - 45 seconds - 75
to 90 Deg F.
o Step 6: Rinse – Water rinse – 30 seconds – Ambient temperature.

o Step 7 : Final Rinse – Acidulated rinse or water with T.D.S Less than 300 ppm
- 15 seconds - Ambient Or may be heated to 150 Deg F to facilitate drying.
• Coating weight – Coating weights of these coatings are required to be in the range of
30 to 100 mg/sq.ft.
• Minimum Requirement – Coating weight should be minimum of 431 mg/m2 or 40 mg/
sq.ft.
• Submit manufacturer's certificate of compliance or test report for each batch of
aluminum supplied.
• Each batch shall be suitably identified and cross referenced with the certificate.
• Quality control measures shall ensure that materials are inspected before shipment.
Where the required testing has not been done, finishes requirements are not satisfied,
does not fall within the colour range Accepted by the Employer’s Representative /
PMC, or has not been processed in accordance with the specification, then it shall not
be shipped
56. Aluminium Welding

• Carry out all welding, including detailing of all joints, welding procedures, appearance
and quality of welds, and correction of defective work in accordance with approved
samples and AS 1665 welding of aluminum structures.
• Welded parts shall be accurately fabricated to ensure proper fit. All welding equipment
shall be of suitable type and in good condition.
• Weld testing - If required, perform weld testing by an independent testing laboratory.
Submit test results. In the event of test failure, rectify the defect and repeat the test.
• Experience of Welders - Welds shall be made only by welders who have previously
been qualified for the type of work required. Submit certification for each welder.
• Procedures:
o Submit details of proposed welding procedures before commencing.
o Other than site welds indicated on Accepted shop drawings, do not weld on site.
Where practical, locate site welds in positions for down hand welding.
• Do not weld -
o Finished surfaces.
o Adjacent to finished surfaces or glass, unless adequately protected from
damage.
• Finished welds shall be de-scaled and free of surface and internal cracks, and free of
porosity.

57. Sealants
• All Glazing & Sealants shall be complying with Manufacturer’s (Sika / DowCorning /
Momentive) recommendations & relevant standards in the tender specification.
• Comply with minimum dimensional requirements for edge clearance, edge cover, front
clearance, back clearance, and as required by AS 1288, GANA and sealant
manufacturer.
• Relevant Standards:
o AAMA CW 13 - Structural sealant glazing systems (A Design Guide), Aluminum
Curtain Wall.
o Dow Corning - Structural Glazing: Industry Code of Practice.
• Sealant manufacture shall be providing testing for adhesion, compatibility &non
staining.
• All structural sealants shall use design strength of 140 kPa. (Tensile Stress).
• For structural glazing application, only trained person & experience person shall be
eligible for glazing.
• All sealants shall be compatible with substrates, materials, sealants.
• All Exposed weather sealant shall be high performance non staining / non beading
weather sealant.
• Manufactures standard test report & certificates shall be submitted including details of
the following test:
• Adhesion testing to determine if the proposed sealants will adhere to the project
specific substrates such as glass and aluminum.
• All specimens shall be tested to ASTM C794, both primed and unprimed and be
subjected to water immersion.
• Seven days immersion is required for structural glazing sealants, and one day
immersion is required for weather seals.
• Compatibility testing to determine if project specific glazing accessories, such as
spacers, gaskets and setting blocks, will discolour the sealant or cause adhesion loss
to the substrate.
• All specimens shall be tested to ASTM C1087, an accelerated laboratory procedure
using UV light exposure from UVA 340 bulbs to determine if the proposed sealants and
substrates are chemically compatible.
• Stain testing is required to, if porous stone is used on the project.
• All stone substrates shall be tested to ASTM C1248, a test method that describes an
accelerated laboratory procedure to predict the migration of plasticizers from the
sealant into porous substrates such as granite, marble, sandstone, and masonry.

• All testing shall be completed prior to the commencement of sealant application.
• No final fabrication or installation will be permitted until all sealant testing is complete.
• Where sealants are used to seal movement joints, movement capability of sealant shall
be appropriate to expected maximum deflection or movement.
• Unless otherwise accepted, sealant depth for movement joints shall not exceed half
the joint width.
• Fabricator to submit the purchase receipts of all sealants from approved
manufacturers.
• Refer to special conditions of contract for general requirements.
• Silicone Compounds shall conform to the requirements of ASTM C920.
• All sealants shall meet the requirements of VOC Limits.
• Provide coloured or paintable sealants where required in accordance with Accepted
samples.
• Sealants shall be resistant to staining due to dirt or pollution and shall be capable of
cleaning.
• Provide all required accessories recommended by sealant manufacturer, including
backing rods, bond breaker tape and the like. Submit details for review and
Acceptance.
58. Quality Assurance Of Structural Glazing
• Deglazing should be used as method of quality inspection for units which are
structurally glazed.
• Deglazing is used to confirm good adhesion and proper fill of the structural joints.
• Deglazing involves completely detaching the glass from the frame.
• The structural silicone sealant should be tested for adhesion to both the glass and the
frame.
• The inspection should include the following:
o Size of Structural Bite.
o Size of Structural Glue line.
o Adhesion of Silicone Sealant with glass and frame.
o Joint type/Condition of Sealant applied.
o Appearance of the sealant/uniformity of color/bubbles, etc.
• Deglazing frequency should be performed according to the following schedule.
o 1 unit out of the first 10 units manufactured (1/10).

o 1 unit out of next 40 units manufactured (2/50).
o 1 unit out of next 50 units manufactured (3/100).
o 1 unit out of every 100 units manufactured thereafter.
• A deglaze report should be completed after each test and this should be submitted as
part of the warranty application.
• Maintain Logbook for:
o Maintain and submit progressively logbooks for all sealant installation.
o Include quality assurance records, indicating Standards and Codes of Practice,
test procedures, acceptance criteria and pass/fail rate.
o Details and experience of each applicator shall be recorded in the logbook.
Samples of each applicator's work shall be periodically removed for testing.
o The sealant logbook shall be available for inspection at any time without notice.
• Manufacturers standard test data: Submit manufacturer's standard test reports and
certificates previously performed on proposed sealants, including details of the
following characteristics:
o Chemical composition.
o Adhesion, bond strength, cohesion or tensile strength, and elongation.
o Compatibility.
o Hardness and viscosity.
o Colour stability.
o Compression set.
o Low-temperature flexibility.
o Modulus of elasticity.
o Water absorption.
o Effects of exposure to ozone and ultraviolet light.
o Stain resistance.
o Include adhesion characteristics for all relevant surfaces including applied
coatings to aluminum, glass and adjacent sealants and gaskets.
o Include statement of differences between the proposed sealants and previously
tested products, if any.
o Include long-term aged performance or accelerated exposure performance for
the above characteristics.
• Site Quality Assurance:

o For substrates which cannot be tested in a laboratory, such as concrete, a site
adhesion test should be performed to joint substrates, prior to installation of the
sealants at site.
o The site adhesion test can be performed on a trial joint which has been sealed
at site and allowed to fully cure for a minimum of seven days.
o For all site applied joints field adhesion testing should be performed and results
of tests submitted.
o Provide documentation for site adhesion testing at the following rate.
o Adhesion testing should be performed once per floor per elevation.
• Application:
o Install materials in accordance with the manufacturer’s printed instructions,
unless otherwise specified and documented.
o Clean all substrates to be sealed using the solvent recommended in the sealant
manufacturer’s laboratory adhesion report.
o Suitable solvents include isopropanol, MEK and xylene, but recommended
solvent will depend on substrates being cleaned.
o Use masking tape or other precautions required to prevent contact of sealant or
primer with adjoining surfaces which could be permanently stained or damaged
by cleaning methods required to remove sealant smears.
o Remove tape immediately after tooling without disturbing sealant.
o Prime all substrates recommended by the sealant manufacturer, based upon
adhesion testing.
o Primer should be applied before installation of spacer or backer rods.
o Install spacer tape for structural joints, as shown on approved drawings.
o Install backer rod for weather seal joints as recommended by the sealant
manufacturer, to prevent 3-sided adhesion, which can impair the performance
of the sealant.
o Do not puncture the surface of polyethylene backer rods.
o Apply sealants in continuous beads filling joint from the bottom without
openings, voids or air pockets so as to provide a watertight and airtight seal for
the entire joint length.
o Apply sealants in the depth shown or apply in accordance with the
manufacturer’s recommendations.
o Apply elastomeric sealants, in field joints to a depth equal to half of the joint
width, but not less than 6mm and not more than 12mm.

o Immediately after sealant application and prior to skinning, tool sealants to form
smooth, uniform beads and to ensure contact and adhesion of sealant to sides
of joint.
o Remove excess sealant from surfaces adjacent to joint.
o Do not use tooling agents.
o Only trained glaziers to be used.
• Cure And Protection:
o Cure sealants in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, to obtain
maximum bond to surfaces, cohesive strength and durability at the earliest
possible date.
o Protect sealants during the remainder of the construction period, so that they
will not be subjected to damage before the time of acceptance by the Owner.
59. Spacer Tape

• Spacer tape shall be Open PU cell.
• Open PU Cell structure shall allow air & moisture to reach the silicon, permitting
optimum curing.
• Spacer tape shall be chemically compatible with all silicones, non-gassing and non-
staining.
• Where tapes are exposed in glazing rebates, they shall be continuous and of uniform
color.
• They shall align with the glass edge to within +/- 1mm.
• They shall be held by sealant or a captive edge so as to be prevented from dislodging
in the event of a breakdown to the adhesive surfaces.
• Tapes shall not be used to permanently hold any building envelope components in
position.
• Tapes are not permitted to be used as an air seal or rain screen to the building
envelope system or in place of a compression gasket in a glazing rebate.
• Spacer tape shall be tested with following standards.
o ASTM D 1667 : Standard specification for flexible cellular.
o ASTM D 2240 : Standard test method for rubber property - Durometer hardness.
o ASTM D 412 : Standard test methods for vulcanized rubber & thermoplastic
elastomers – tension.
o ASTM D 925 : Standard test methods for rubber property - Staining of surfaces
(Contact, Migration & Diffusion).

60. Backer Rod
• Backer rods shall be silicone compatible, non-gassing and non-staining.
• They are to be compressed to limits specified by the Manufacturer and shall be located
in a manner which prevents them from dislodging from the rebate that is being sealed.
• Backer rods shall not inhibit movement joints from allowing the designed movement of
the joint from occurring.
61. Setting Block

• Shall comply with BS 2571.
• Where indicated on the Drawings or required, provide Accepted setting blocks of dense
material as follows:
o Shore Adurometer hardness: 85 +/- 5 when tested in accordance with ASTM
D2240.
o Compression set (168 hrs.): Not greater than 25% when tested in accordance
with ASTM D395.
• Locate setting blocks at quarter points (1/4 of the unit width from each corner) unless
otherwise Accepted but not less than 150 mm or 0.125 x glass width between edge of
glass and edge of setting block.
• Shims used with setting blocks shall be the same material as the setting block.
• Setting blocks shall be secured against dislodgement.
• Setting Block lengths shall be calculated in accordance with BS6262 and shall be not
less than 100mm.
62. Side Block

• Where indicated on the Drawings or required, provide Accepted side blocks of dense
material as follows:
o Shore A durometer hardness: 55 +/- 5 when tested in accordance with
ASTMD2240.
• Install side block with 3 mm clearance between block and bearing surface. Block shall
be of sufficient length to prevent point loading on the glass.
• Side blocks are not required where glass is supported along the vertical edges with
structural silicone.
• Side blocks of extruded silicone may be accepted for IGUs with silicone edge seals.
Neoprene or EPDM side blocks may be accepted only if recommended by the IGU
manufacturer.

63. Pads
• Provide Accepted friction reducing pads to separate moving surfaces at all connections
subject to thermal or other movement (Acceptable materials include Teflon or Graflon
or Herculon)
• Pads shall have minimum 3 mm thickness, shall sufficiently reduce friction to permit
movement, shall be resistant to wear, shall be positively retained in position (open
ended slots are not acceptable).
• Pads shall not be subjected to heat damage from welding or cutting or to excessive
pressure from over-tightening of bolts.
64. Flashings/Trims/Floor Closure

• Provide all required flashings, baffles, trims, capping and the like to prevent the entry
of water and weather, and make neat and clean junctions with the base-structure and
adjoining work.
• Where visible, provide matching materials and finishes. Include all fixings and sealing.
• All flashings shall be cut and folded to Accepted profiles out of non-corrosive materials,
with protective coatings as required.
• Flashing shall be factory fabricated in long lengths where practical, and pre-painted on
visible surfaces.
• Flashing shall be of adequate stiffness to retain shape and to resist lifting by the wind.
• Make provision for differential movements and for separation of dissimilar materials.
• Continuous flashings shall be welded or mechanically fixed to form continuous
uninterrupted lengths.
• Corners shall be accurately scribed and mitred. If the flashing is concealed, flashing
joints shall be lapped at least 100mm and sealed.
• Where flashings are fitted to pre-formed rebates, co-ordinate cast-in grooves or reglets
as required.
• Construct weep-holes as required to enable the passage of moisture to the outside of
the building.
• Lap and seal all flashings by Accepted methods.
• Internal & External concealed flashings shall be 1.5mm thk. Aluminium.
• External exposed flashing shall be 1.5mm thk. Aluminum sheet with PVDF / powder
coated matching with external Aluminium profiles.
• Internal exposed flashing shall be 2mm thk. Aluminium sheet with powder coated
matching with internal Aluminium profiles.

65. Spandrel insulation
• Spandrel Insulation of 50mm thk. & 48 Kg/CUM shall be provided as thermal insulation
held GI Plate.
• When fire rated an additional rear sheet of galvanized steel sheet with minimum
thickness 1.5mm shall be provided, it shall be reliably isolated from the aluminum
frame.
• All insulation fixing pins shall be of GI, welded to GI back pan.
66. Shadow Bax (Back Pan)
• All back pans shall be GI or Aluminium 1.5mm minimum thickness, fully sealed with
backing rods and sealant to form a drained spandrel cavity.
• All back-pan installation details shall allow for all possible movements, installation and
fabrication tolerances
• Back-pan construction should have folded back edges providing a continuous sealing
edge.
• Back-pans to spandrel glass shall be powder coated to a specified colour as instructed
by the project Employer’s representative / PMC.
• Colour mock-ups shall be provided by the Contractor for review and acceptance.
• The insulation shall be sealed to the aluminum frame on 3 sides using foil tape to
prevent condensation in the cavity between the insulation and the back-pan.
67. Glass
• Glass and glazing shall be comprised of Single, Laminated, Insulated glass that is
fabricated and processed to specific size and strength as designed by the Window wall
manufacturer and approved by Facade Consultant’s, to fit within framing elements
allowing for proper movement, performance and loading. Contractor shall be
responsible for the application of said glazing and shall accommodate limitations in
regard to fabricated sizes, installation and protection of work in accordance with the
design intent illustrated in the design drawings.
• Laminated Glass Unit with Surfaces & Coating Orientation:
o Surface 1 - Exterior surface of outer pane (surface facing outdoors of outboard
lite).
o Surface 2 - Interior surface of outer pane (surface facing indoors of outboard
lite).
o Surface 3 - Exterior surface of inner pane (surface facing outdoors of inboard
lite).

o Surface 4 - Room side surface of inner pane (surfacing facing indoors of inboard
lite).
• Product should comply with the requirements of the reference standards included
herein:
o FGMA “Glazing Sealing Systems Manual” and “Glazing Manual
o Annealed Glass: ASTM C1036, Type 1, Class 1, quality q3.
o Heat strengthened (HS) and Fully Tempered (FT) Glasses: ASTM C1046,
Kinds HS and FT, Condition A, Type 1, Class 1 quality q3. All fully tempered
glass shall have a permanent logo signifying compliance with 16 CFR 1201 and
shall be Heat Soak Tested.
o Laminated Glass: Two lites of glass adhered to a 1.52mm clear plastic puncture
resistant interlayer conforming to ANSI Z97. Acceptable interlayers are Dupont
"Butacite" and Monsanto “Safelex”.
o Insulating Glass: Two lites of glass separated by a dehydrated air space of
various dimensions conforming to IGCC rating CBA. The spacer shall be black
in colour or as approved by Architect / Facade Consultant’s.
o ANSI Z97.1 - American National Standard for Glazing Materials Used in
Buildings - Safety Performance Specifications and Methods of Test.
o ASTM C162 - Standard Terminology of Glass and Glass Products.
o ASTM C1036 - Standard Specification for Flat Glass.
o ASTM C1048 - Standard Specification for Heat-Treated Flat Glass -- Kind HS,
Kind FT Coated and Uncoated Glass.
o ASTM C1376 - Standard Specification for Pyrolytic and Vacuum Deposition
Coatings on Glass.
o ASTM E773 - Standard Test Method for Seal Durability of Sealed Insulating
Glass Units.
o ASTM E774 - Standard Specification for Sealed Insulating Glass Units.
o ASTM E1300 - Standard Practice for Determining the Minimum Thickness and
Type of Glass Required to resist a Specified Load.
o ASTM E2188 - Standard Test Method for Insulating Glass Unit Performance.
o ASTM E2189 - Standard Test Method for Testing Resistance to Fogging in
Insulating Glass Units.
o ASTM E2190 - Standard Specification for Insulating Glass Unit Performance
and Evaluation.
o CPSC 16 CFR 1201 - Safety Standard for Architectural Glazing Materials.
o Insulating Glass Manufacturers Alliance (IGMA)- Glazing Guidelines.

o GANA Glazing Manual; Glass Association of North America.
o GANA Sealant Manual; Glass Association of North America.
o GANA/GTA 66-9-20 - Specification for Heat-Strengthened or Fully Tempered
Ceramic Enameled Spandrel Glass for Use in Building Window/Window walls
and Other Architectural Applications.
o ASTM C1087 - Standard test methods for determining compatibility of liquid-
Applied sealants with accessories used in structural glazing systems.
o ASTM C1172 - Standard Specification for Laminated Architectural Flat Glass.
o ASTM E546 - Standard Test Method for Frost/Dew Point of Sealed Insulating
Glass Units.
o E1249-06a - Standard guide for secondary seal for sealed IGU for structural
sealant glazing application.
• Quality Assurance
o The work of this section, specifically the application of glazing accessories and
glass, determination of size & thickness of lites, and installation practices shall
be the responsibility of the manufacturer utilizing the glass specified herein.
Said manufacturer shall have a minimum of ten (10) years’ experience installing
glass on comparably sized projects and of comparable design complexity.
o All glass substrate shall be the product of one manufacturer.
o All laminations of glass shall be the products of one manufacturer.
o Insulating glass assemblies shall be the products of one manufacturer.
o Insulating glass unit spacers shall be black with not more than one seam per
side.
o The Contractor, in conjunction with the glass unit supplier, shall submit address
all facets of achieving the final product from substrate manufacture through
coating, heat treating, and laminating and unit assembly. The program shall
describe the testing and inspection related to color control, edge deletion, roller
wave, quench pattern and unit spacer and seal applications.
o Glass edges shall have high quality factory cut edges. Edges shall be swiped.
o Roller wave shall be normal to the bottom edge of window frame. Roller wave
for doors shall be parallel to the bottom edge of the panel frame.
o All heat treatment shall be accomplished with the highest state of the art
equipment and operating procedures.
o Comply with published recommendations of glass product manufacturers and
organizations below, except where more stringent requirements are indicate
Refer to these publications for glazing terms not otherwise defined in this section
or referenced standards.

▪ GANA Publications
▪ AAMA Publications
▪ IGMA/IGMAC Publications
o Safety glass to comply with CPSC 16 CFR Part 1201 for Category II materials.
o Insulating Glass products are to be permanently marked either on spacers or at
least one insulating unit component with appropriate certification label of
inspecting and testing agency.
o Single-source fabrication responsibility: All glass fabricated for each type shall
be processed and supplied by a single fabricator / processor unless otherwise
approved by Employer / Facade Consultant’s.
o The surface compression and edge compression stresses in glass:
✓ Heat strengthened glass shall have- Surface compression of 24.14 MPa
to 68.94 MPa. Edge compression of 37.93MPa to 66.87 MPa.
✓ Toughened glass shall have - Surface compression not less than 68.94
MPa. Edge compression not less than 66.87 MPa.
o Systems incorporating glazed elements shall limit deflection of glass per the
manufacturer’s recommendations & technical specifications.
o Glazing shall not be used as a diaphragm to brace glazed elements unless
design / build trade Contractor demonstrates the ability of the glass and sealants
to resist forces without putting undue stress on the glass.
o “All fully tempered glass shall be heat soak tested in accordance with EN 14179
to a two hour dwell @ 290°c +/- 10c.
o Ceramic Frit laminated spandrel Glass: Glass that has been rendered opaque
with a fired on ceramic frit paint for non-vision applications
o Provide glass products in the thicknesses and strengths (Heat-treated) required
to meet or exceed the following criteria based on project loads and in-service
conditions per ASTM E1300.
o Minimum thickness of the glass products is selected, so that the worst-case
probability of failure does not exceed the following:
✓ 8 breaks per 1000 for glass installed vertically or not over 15 degrees
from the vertical plane and under wind action.
✓ 1 break per 1000 for glass installed 15 degrees or more from the vertical
plane and under action of wind.
o Where the strengthening process results in essentially parallel ripples or waves
the maximum peak to valley distance shall not exceed 0.076 mm over 300mm.
Except for leading and trailing 250mm of the glass where the value shall be
within 0.2 mm.

o Where bow tolerance and wave tolerance differ, the stricter requirements shall
govern. Direction ripples shall be consistent and in conformance with
Architectural design. Normally parallel to the eyesight or ground surface
o Overall bend in the glass shall not exceed 1.5mm over 3 mtr span
o Optical distortion is mentioned in ASTM C 1048 Standard Specification for heat-
treated glass, but the parameters for acceptability involve viewing the glass in
transmission at the proper vision interference angle. To ensure the final glass
products will have minimal optical distortion, the glass fabricator shall employ
Quality Control procedures to ensure that distortion remains within the following
allowable limits: maximum peak to valley roller wave tolerance is .003"
(0.076mm) in the central area, and .008" (0.2mm) within 10.5" of the leading
and trailing edge.
o Insulated glass shall have double edge seals. The primary seal between
Aluminum spacer and glass shall be a continuous butyl tape with no skips or
voids. The preferred primary seal shall be Poly Isobutylene (PIB).The Aluminum
spacer shall be of silver anodized and the same shall be bent to shape of glazed
unit profile and the bent Aluminum spacer shall be filled with desiccant drying
agent. The secondary seal shall be Two-part silicon sealant. The secondary
seal shall completely cover the spacer with no voids or gaps and shall be
continuously bonded on both plates of glass. The required thickness of the
secondary seal be determined by calculation and verified by testing of samples
as specified.
o The Glass panel shall be separated by a de-hydrated air space. Edge seal
construction of the insulated unit shall be able to withstand at least three time
the stress caused by design wind pressures Specified in the Bills of Quantities.
The Double-glazed unit processor shall be approved by consultant or architect
and shall use only approved sealant. Necessary test Certificate shall be
produced by the processor ensuring the approved sealant and its bite size and
application method. Glass supplier shall provide test certificate of
Spectrophotometric values from independent laboratory for final clearance.
Flatness of both lites of IGU shall be within 2mm per 3mtr span.
o Submit computations demonstrating the elimination of thermal stress breakage
risk, methods of overcoming thermal stress problems, and all assumptions for
review and Acceptance. The Contractor shall consider all potential risk locations
including but not limited to the following:
✓ Heat build-up at shadow boxes and other non-vented spaces/zones.
✓ Make provision for internal curtains or blinds within the building envelope
framework which may temporarily create non vented spaces prone to
heat build-up adjacent to the vision section of the building envelope
system.

o 100% heat soak testing will be required for all glass with edge stress exceeding
50mpA (7500 psi).
o Submit Heat Soak method, temperature, and duration for review and
Acceptance, prior to commencement.
• Refer to tender BOQ for detailed description of products required.
• Replacement of glass.
o Submit details of replacement procedures, including glass size limitations, and
equipment required for review and Acceptance. Include estimated maximum
lead-time required by the glass manufacturer to supply replacement units for
each type of glass unit.
• Glass Coating : Glass coatings shall conform to the following criteria.
o Inspection shall be made at a distance of three metres from the glass for
scratches and chips, viewing perpendicular to the glass plane, with any natural
light for which flaws are clearly visible. All other imperfections will be viewed at
a distance of 300mm.
o The central area is a square or rectangle concentric with the daylight opening
and having width and height respectively equal to 80 percent of the daylight
opening width and height.
o The outer area extends from the border of the central area to the edges of the
daylight opening.
o Pinhole diameter shall not exceed 0.8mm in the central area, and 1.5mm in the
outer area.
o Within any 300mm diameter circle, there shall be no more than one pinhole with
diameter in the range 0.8mm to 1.6mm.
o Scratches rub marks or other gaps in the coating are not permitted where any
portion thereof could include a circle with diameter exceeding 0.8mm. Where
the included circle is 0.8mm or less, length of the scratch, rub marks or other
gap shall not exceed 25mm in the central area and 75mm in the outer area.
o Streaks or splotches resulting from non-uniformity of the coating that appears
visible from the building interior or exterior are not permitted.
o Colour range must fall within the limits established by Accepted samples.
o Colour difference shall not exceed 3 E Hunter.
68. Decorative Ceramic Paint (If applicable)

• All ceramic fritted glass shall have ceramic paint applied to the glass using the
silkscreen process and fused into the surface of the glass during the heat treatment
process.

• Decorative paints with glass substrates shall be from approved makes.
• Colour to match project Employer’s representative / PMC’s approved sample.
• All ceramic fritted glass shall be resistant to attack from mechanical damage or
abrasion, during normal use and maintenance
• All ceramic fritted glass shall be resistant to weathering, fading or discolouration due
to attack from climatic conditions, UV or atmospheric pollutants .
• The screen-printed surface of the glass shall face the inside of the building in the final
construction.
• Defects, including scratches and pinholes shall not be visible when viewed at a
distance of 3m.
• Ceramic Colour backing shall be flood coat or pattern frit subject to Ceramic Colour
Pattern as specified by the project Employer’s representative / PMC.
• Cutting of panels, edge distance for colour coverage and ceramic pattern orientation
shall be closely co-ordinated. Confirm pattern / layout with Employer’s representative
/ PMC prior to the start of mass production.
• All fully tempered Seraphic Glass shall be manufactured, coated and installed with the
roller-wave distortion, i.e. peak-to-trough-to-peak, undulating vertically.
69. EPDM Gaskets

• All unexposed weather gaskets shall be of EPDM microwave cured gaskets confirming
BS 4255.
• Shore A Hardness shall be 75 +/-5 for Solid Profiles & 60 +/-5 for Hollow Profiles
confirming to ASTM D2240.
• All gaskets shall be black in color unless specifically asked for.
• All gaskets must be resistant to oxidation, Ozone & UV degradation.
• Inaccessible gaskets should remain effective during the lifetime of the building to
ensure the water tightness.
• Where indicated on the Drawings or required, provide dense profiles including
flashings, wiper seals and the like, complying with ASTM C864, as follows:
• Shore Adurometer hardness: 75 +/- 5 for solid profiles and 60 +/- 5 for hollow profiles
when tested in accordance with ASTM D2240.
• Compression set 100% (168 hrs): Not greater than 40% when tested in accordance
with ASTM D395.
• Product should comply with the requirements of C509 Specification for Cellular
Elastomeric Preformed Gasket and Sealing Material.

70. Silicon Gaskets (if required)
• All exposed weather gaskets shall be of Silicon Gasket.

• Comply with ASTM C1115 : Standard Specification for Dense Elastomeric Silicone
Rubber Gaskets and Accessories.
• Silicone gaskets shall be Grey in color unless specifically asked for.
• All gaskets must be resistant to oxidation, Ozone & UV degradation.
• Where indicated on the Drawings or required, provide Accepted co-extruded profiles
of polypropylene and polypropylene compatible products.
71. Top hung Operable Panels– Integrated Within Curtainwall.

• Hardware: Provide manufacturer's standard hardware fabricated from Aluminum,
stainless steel 316, carbon steel complying with AAMA 907, or other corrosion-
resistant material compatible with Aluminium; designed to smoothly operate, tightly
close, and securely lock operable panels, and sized to accommodate shutter and
dimensions. Do not use Aluminium in frictional contact with other metals. Where
exposed, provide extruded, cast, or wrought Aluminium.
• Facade contractors shall be submit technical catalogue including the Test results of
each hardware.
• Acceptable Hardware suppliers: Giesse / Securistyle / Approved alternative.
• Friction hinges shall be Self balancing type with provision to hold open up to 150mm.
• Locking System for operable vents shall be Multi-Point Locking System.
• Locking Points shall be calculated based on acceptable vent deflection and stress
limits, with a minimum of 4 locking points with top wedge blocks.
• Locking system shall be fully concealed within the body of vent frame.
• The operable pane hardware to Include:
o Cremone handle of approved type.
o Multipoint locking system Key lock provision.
o Wedges.
o Corner keys achieve hairline joint.
o Storm-resistant hinges.
o Cam action hold open restrictor arms, limiting maximum clear opening to
150mm – as required in tender drawings.
o Drain covers as required.

72. Side hung Operable Panels– Integrated Within Curtainwall (If required).
• Hardware: Provide manufacturer's standard hardware fabricated from Aluminum,
stainless steel 316, carbon steel complying with AAMA 907, or other corrosion-
resistant material compatible with Aluminium; designed to smoothly operate, tightly
close, and securely lock operable panels, and sized to accommodate shutter and
dimensions. Do not use Aluminium in frictional contact with other metals. Where
exposed, provide extruded, cast, or wrought Aluminium.
• All exposed hardware shall match the finish of the aluminum framing profile or
approved sample.
• Acceptable Hardware suppliers: Giesse / Securistyle / Approved alternative.
• The operable pane hardware to Include:
o Multipoint locking system Key lock provision.
o Wedges.
o Storm-resistant hinges / But hinges according to design requirement.
150mm – as required in tender drawings.
73. Sliding window

• Hardware to include:
o Heavy-duty roller considering weight of the shutter, with level adjustment
provision. Operation by Child-Ease of rolling/Sliding.
o Flush / pull handle with locking.
o Fin-pile seal - Soft silicone treated multifilament pile yarn on a woven reinforced
translucent backing with minimum 2 welded clear center fins.
o Cast-aluminum corner connectors.
o Corner keys to improve joint quality.
o Anti-lifting blocks with bumper.
o Gutter sealing pad brush.
o Drain covers of approved color.
o Stopper with bumpers.
o Sealing kit as per system design.
o Extruded EPDM gasket including corners mould.

o Any other accessories required to meet performance.
o Provision for pleated insect screen.
• Vendors may propose non-branded, inhouse engineered window system as an
alternative bid with adequate technical details, drawings.
74. Casement Window

• Hardware to Include:
o Multipoint locking system (minimum 3-point locking).
o Wedges.
o But hinges.
150mm.
75. Aluminium Frame Doors

• Hardware to Include:
o Multipoint locking system (minimum 3-point locking) or mortise locking with key
as per tender drawings.
o Door stopper – Floor / wall mounted.
o But hinges.
o Threshold, sealing brush.
76. Swing Doors

• Fully tempered frameless glass doors Dorma or approved equivalent patch fittings.
• Door closer shall be center pivot Dorma Model B7S 80 with extended pivot.
• Push-pull handle shall be 20mm diameter "H” Type. Refer to tender BOQ for more
details.

• Cylinder locking arrangement at top and bottom.
77. Lightning Protection Where required

The bonding connections shall be prepared in accordance with the manufacturer's
recommendations. The exterior wall shall be designed and installed to provide full electrical
conductivity. The contractor shall be responsible for bonding to the base building network
conductor loop; connections shall be as per attached lightening protection system tender
drawings.
The external wall shall be designed to meet or exceed the requirements of BS 6651 and the
Regulations for the Electrical Equipment of Buildings, issued by the Institution of Electrical
Engineers.
Discontinuities in locations where discontinuities occur: The system shall be made electrically
continuous. Each discontinuous element shall be bonded to the lightning protection system.
Each discontinuous element shall be isolated as defined in BS6651.
78. Architectural Lighting

In areas of lighting fixtures at the exterior walls, provide a complete system of exterior wall
work behind and circumventing the lighting fixtures meeting the "performance criteria"
respectively for each specific contiguous wall system.
Design, fabricate and install the exterior wall systems so that the completed exterior walls will
incorporate and withstand the loads created by the lighting fixtures work.
Provide exterior wall work at lighting fixture locations, coordinated with the requirements of
those trades. Provide for re-lamping of lighting fixtures without the disassembly of exterior
wall system. Provide mounting supports and other items required by the lighting fixtures.
79. Aluminium louvers

• Provide Accepted proprietary louver assemblies complete with all accessories and
fixings, together with structural calculations for blades, frames, fixings, and blanked off
sections.
• Design and/or select external louver assemblies to withstand the required design wind
pressure without failure or permanent distortion of members, and without blade flutter.
•
• Structural frames and stiffening rib members shall not deflect by an amount greater
than span/240 or 19mm when tested the required design wind pressure.
• Where required for access, provide framed and hinged louvered access doors to match
appearance of the adjacent louvers.
• Install louvers into frames by methods which resist unauthorized removal but can still
be moved by authorized personal.

• Provide Accepted concealed stainless-steel grade 316 insect wire meshes to the
interior of all external louver assemblies, and blank off plates to all other false louvers.
Mesh opening shall not exceed 5 mm and shall be 1.6mm minimum thickness.
• Standards
o ARI 650 Air Outlets and Inlets.
o ASHRAE 70 Method of Testing for Rating the Airflow Performance of Outlets
and Inlets.
o SMACNA HVAC Duct Construction Standard - Metal and Flexible.
o NFPA 90A Installation of Air Conditioning and Ventilating Systems.
o AMCA 500 Test Method for Louvers, Dampers and Shutters.
o Air Movement and Control Association, Inc. (AMCA).
o AMCA Standard 500-L "Laboratory Methods of Testing Louvers for
Rating".
o AMCA Standard 511 "Certified Ratings Program for Air Control Devices".
o Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association (SMACNA):
"Architectural Sheet Metal Manual".
• Performance Louvers
o should meet following basic requirements if performance details from MEP consultant
are not obtained.
- Free Area: Not less than 50 - 55. % for a 1.2m x 1.2m size unless otherwise
shown or specified.
- Maximum intake / Exhaust free area velocity: 2.5 m/s
- Maximum Intake / Exhaust pressure drop: 0.21-inch water gauge
- Type- Triple Bank Storm Resistant louvers.
- Rain defense Effectiveness – 99% - 100% (A-Class).
- Acceptable products - Model LS 200 Construction specialties or approved
alternative.
80. Aluminium Panel / Aluminium Composite Panel Cladding (where required)

o Aluminium composite material panels with reinforced back-cut corners, rivets, extruded
Aluminium stiffeners, frames and anchors, fasteners; installation of intermittent
stabilization restraint pins, penetrations for electrical outlets and hose bibs etc.
o Remove and replace or repair damaged works with approval of Architect.
o ACP protection tapes should be replaced on time cycle recommended by
manufacturers.
• Additional Performance Requirements.

o Pressure Equalized System: Design, fabricate and install applicable component parts
employing the pressure equalized and rain screen principle.
o Where applicable and as directed by Facade Consultant’s use corner keys for neat /
flush joint construction to be used.
o Air Infiltration shall not cause whistling.
o Water Penetration – design system to allow controlled drainage of water that has
penetrated behind the cladding.
o Deflection of ACM panels shall not exceed short dimension/90 in the center of the
panel under design load condition.
o Flatwork Tolerances: Metals panels, fascia’s, sills and other sheet or plate fabricated
items shall be flat and free of bow or "oil canning" or "read thru" of stiffeners, welds.
Exposed metal faces shall be of such flatness that the maximum uniform bow in
300mm shall not exceed 0.8mm and the maximum overall variation in plane between
high and low point within a panel shall not exceed 1.5mm.
• Aluminium Composite Panel Product.
o Composition: 0.5mm Aluminium with fluorocarbon coating, 3mm non-combustible
mineral filled core, 0.5mm Aluminium with service coat to accept stiffeners and framing
members attached to ACM with adhesive materials.
o Aluminium composite panels shall be of 4mm thick material consisting of 3mm thick
FR grade mineral-based polymer core with minimum 90% inorganic and Class A2 s1
d0, reaction to fire EN13501-1 and sandwiched between two Aluminum coated sheets
(each 0.5mm thick of Alloy grade of AA3105/5005 H14 confirming to BS 1475). The
aluminum composite panel cladding sheet shall be coil coated, with Kynar 500
based/Hylar 5000 PVDF Exterior Grade compliance to AAMA2605 based
fluoropolymer resin lead free coating of approved color and shade on face # 1 and
polymer (Service) coating on face # 2 with overall weight of not less than 8.1 kg per
Sqm. The manufacturer should be having all the required test equipment’s (yearly
calibrated from NABL accredited Lab) for providing Technical Data Sheet mentioning
the required Technical Parameters for Quality Check of all the batches supplied and
OEM should have valid F.P.C (Factory Production control) Certificate of Reaction to
fire for Class A2 s1 d0.
o Acceptable make: Alucobond / ALPOLIC / Aludecor / Approved alternative.
o Color – Refer to tender BOQ.
81. Solid Aluminium Panel

• Aluminum panels shall be 100% solid aluminum shall satisfy the following minimum
requirements:
o External Panels (min thickness) - 3mm solid Aluminum
o Internal Panels (min thickness) - 2mm solid Aluminum

o Perforated Panels (min thickness) - 3mm Aluminum
o Installed panels shall be look flat when viewed from any angle.
o Aluminum alloy shall be 5005 - H14.
82. Natural Stone For Exterior (No Applicable for the project)
• Comply with current edition of required Standards and Codes of Practice, including
British Standards (BS and CP)
• AAMA Architectural Aluminum Manufacturers' Association Standards mentioned
herein.
• ANSI American National Standards Institute Standards mentioned herein.
• AS/NZ Australian/New Zealand Standards mentioned herein.
• ASTM Standards mentioned herein.
• CWCT Guide to the Selection & Testing of stone Panels for external use.
• CWCT Performance and testing of fixings for thin stone cladding.
• Installation Procedure - Submit a comprehensive manual containing all installation
procedures, equipment and personnel required for acceptance prior to the
commencement of installation works.
• Stone Selection & Testing
o All stone panels shall be dense, fine-grained, and shall be carefully selected to
provide uniformity in colour, texture and finish (following polishing).
o The stone panels shall be free of fractures, veins or clefts which may affect the
structural integrity of the stone.
o The stone panels shall be free from minerals that may cause deterioration,
objectionable staining under normal environmental conditions.
• Stone – Stone type and finish as per Architect's selection and approval.
• The minimum panel thickness shall be 30mm thk.
• Stone shall be test according to following requirements:

• Stone Manufacturing
o Manufacturing shall comply with BS 8298.
o Finish: all exposed surfaces shall be as per Architects Design Indent.
o Edge Treatment: Edges shall be gauged arrised, bevel chamfered or Rebated
and polished where shown on drawings.
• Manufacturing Tolerances:
o Length and width of a unit: +/- 1.5mm
o Deviation from square: Diagonals not to differ by more than 2mm.
o Thickness: Thickness < 50mmTolerance = -1.5mm to +3.0mm
o Thickness ≥ 50mmTolerance = -2.0mm to +5.0mm
• Maximum deviation of a 1200mm long straight edge placed in any position on a
nominally plane surface shall not exceed 1mm.
• Stone Sealers
o All external stone cladding shall be impregnated with a stone sealer. Accepted
sealer type shall be HMK S34 (by The HMK® Stone Care System), aquamix,
Rep-oil (by Feder chemicals) or approved equivalent.
o Impregnated stone sealers to be applied on all surfaces except the rear surface
of stone panel or in strict accordance to the manufacturer’s recommendations
and / or requirements.
o A method statement for the application of the sealer is to be submitted for the
Architect’s & Consultant approval.
o No application of the sealer shall commence prior to written permission from the
Architect.
• Joint Sealant

• Joint sealants shall be provided to all exposed (sealed) joints where specified and shall
satisfy the following requirements:
o The sealant is to be non-staining when tested to ASTM C510.
o The sealant shall not harden to prevent the natural movement of the stone.
o Colour of sealant to be submitted to the Architect for approval.
83. Terrace Coping

• Copping at terrace level sealing the glazing system and parapet wall shall be of 3mm
thk solid aluminum sheet cladding / 4mm thk. ACP in PVDF finish / Al. Extrusion with
required Aluminum structural back up support designed for wind load. Refer to tender
BOQ for more detail.
• Additional stiffeners shall be provided in the form of top hat profile running continuous
length wise and connected mechanically at panel joint returns.
• Joints at the grid center shall have weather sealant covered with Aluminum Cap on top
to avoid any insect or birds damaging sealant as 1st barrier and Aluminium flashing &
membrane laid under to provide 2nd barrier for weather.
84. External guardrail

Exterior Guard Rails comprise all exterior stainless-steel balustrade, handrail and glass
barriers with or without frame.
• Standards
o American Iron and Steel Institute (ANSI). Z97.1 Performance Specifications and
Methods of Test for Safety Glazing material used in Buildings.
o ASTM E2353 - 06 Standard Test Methods for Performance of Glass in Permanent
Glass Railing Systems, Guards, and Balustrades
o ASTM E935 - 00(2006) Standard Test Methods for Performance of Permanent Metal
Railing Systems and Rails for Buildings.
o I.S. 875 "Code of Practice for Design Loads of Buildings and Structures.
o IS:800 Code Of Practice For Use Of Structural Steel In General Building Construction
o IS:806 Codes Of Practice For Use Of Steel Tubes In General Building Construction.
o IS:815 Code of Practice for use of metal arc welding for general construction in mild
steel.
o IS:820 Code of Practice for use of welding in tabular construction.
o IS:1161 Specification for steel tubes for structural purposes.
o IS:4923 Specification for hollow mild steel sections for structural use.
o National Building Code of India 2005
• Additional Performance Requirements.

o Deflections
- Deflection of cantilevered post: 14mm at the cantilever end at design load.
- Deflection of cantilever glass barrier:14mm at the cantilever end at design load.
- Deflection of the hand rail normal to the plane of the glass: Span/180
- Deflection of glass: shorter span / 60 at center of glass to a maximum of 19mm.
o Loads
- Handrail and infill panel should be design for wind load.
- Handrail / top rail shall withstand a concentrated load of 90 kg at mid span.
- Railing system at areas where not expected overcrowding – 0.75kN/m.
- Railing system at areas where overcrowding expected – 2.25 kN/m.
85. External PVC Louvers (Not applicable for the project)
86. HPL (High Pressure Laminate) Panel (not applicable for the project).
• The HPL panels should be made in accordance with EN 438-6 type EDF, should be
weather resistant.
• The panels should be tested for:
o UV light resistance as per EN ISO 4892-3 for 1500 hours.
o Artificial weathering as per EN ISO 4892-2 for 3000 hours.
o Flexural strength should be more than 80MPa when tested according to EN ISO
178.
o Modulus of elasticity should be more than 9000MPa when tested according to
EN ISO 178.
o Panels should be fire resistance, Euroclass B-s2 tested as per EN 13501-1.
o All raw material vendor should be certified to the standard of FSC or PEFC.
o Rivets shall me matching color sullied by panel manufacturers.
87. Warranty
Refer to special conditions of contract.
88. Spares (Attic Stock)

• Submit certification that all spares will be available off-the-shelf, or with a lead time not
exceeding 4 weeks from date of order, for the warranty period.
• Provide name and address of all suppliers and manufacturers.
• Spare glass shall not be used for glass breakage replacements as may be required
during the course of installation or the Defects Liability Period.

• All spares shall be new, protected in Accepted wrapping with identifying labels.
• Deliver the spares at the completion of the work as per owner’s direction as and when
required.
• Formally hand over and submit complete schedule of types and quantities, including
full replacement instructions, and any special tools required.
• Required spares shall include:
o 1 replacement glass panel for every 50 panels used on the building.
o 1.5% panels maximum of each Cladding panel type and size.
o 5.0% of painted aluminum band rails/Louvers/windows if any.
o 1.0% of hardware, stays, hinges etc. for all louvers/ windows if any.
o All percentages are based on actual installed quantities of each type.
o All the dies used to extrude the sections on this project shall be available for the
warranty period.
89. Approved makes
Sl.No Material Make
1 Aluminium Extrusions Jindal, Bhoruka, Global, Gulf Extrusions, Sapa
2 Aluminium Windows, Doors ALU-K, TECHNAL,ALUMILL SHUCCO OR Equivalent
3 Low-E Glass Saint-Gobain / Guardian / Asahi or Approved alternate
4 Glass processing Saint-Gobain / GlassTech / FG / Fuso / Asahi / GSC / SYP / CSG
5 PVB Laminate Dupont Kurarray / Solutia
6 SGP Lamination Dupont Kurarray / Solutia
7 Weather Sealant Sika / Dow Corning / Momentive
8 Structural Sealant Sika / Dow Corning / Momentive
9 ACP (Solid / Metallic) Alucobond plus / ALPOLIC fr / Alcopanel fr / Reynobod fr /

Aludecor Fr
10 Solid Aluminium Sheet Novelis / Euramax or Approved alternative
11 Anchor Fasteners Hilti / Fischer / Mungo or Approved alternative
12 EPDM & Silicon Gasket Amee Rubber / Osaka / Avigiri / Equivalent
13 Powder Coating Jotun / Akzonoble / PPG+Asian
14 Powder & PVDF Processer SP Coating / MJ Coaters / Aura International / Global / Bhoruka /
Sapa / Gulf Extrusion

15 Spacer Tape (Open PU Cell) Norton / Tremco / BOW
16 Spandrel Insulation UP Twiga / Rockwool India / Equivalent
17 Rock wool (Fire Stop) Rockwool India / Roxul Rockwool
18 Smoke Seal Intumescent Hilti / STI /3M
19 Smoke Seal Sealant Hilti / STI /3M
20 Backer Rod Supreme Industries / Equivalent
21 Spider Dorma / Sadev / Kinlong
22 Patch Fitting Dorma / Geze / Kinlong
23 Revolving Doors Dorma / Boonedam
24 SS Clambs (Stone cladding) Hilti / Halfen
25 Mild steel Jindal / Sail / Tata
26 Stainless Steel Salem Steel / Sail / Jindal / Tata
27 Anodizing Processors / (Global / Bhoruka / Gulf Ext / Ajit India ) ( Dow Chemicals /
chemicals Chemtelrai )
28 Fire Exit Door Panic Device Von Duprin / Dorma
29 Fire Rated Glass Pyroguard / Pyranova / Saint Gobain / Pyrostop
30 SS Friction Hinges Giesse / Cotswold / Securistyle
31 Multipoint Locking sets Giesse / Lavaal / Alualpha / Savio
32 Cremone Handle Giesse / Lavaal / Alualpha / Savio
33 Rollers for Slidings windows / Giesse / Laval / Sotralu / Roto / Savio

doors
34 Flush lock for Slidings Giesse / Laval / Sotralu / Roto / Savio
35 Wool Pile with PVC Film Schlegel / Equivalent
36 Casement Window Hinges Giesse / Alualpha /Laval / Savio
37 Doors Hinges Giesse / Alualpha /Laval / Savio
38 Cast in Channel Hilti / Jordal / Halfen
39 Terracota tiles / Buggets NBK / Tob / Wienenberger
40 High Density Pressure Fundermax / Century / Trespa

Laminate
41 High Density Pressure Prodima / Sparklex

Laminate (wood veneer)

42 Aluminum Expanded Mesh Intermesh / Arcmesh / Equivalent
43 Seamless Glass Railing Façade One / Viva / Q rail
44 P U Paint Jotun / Akzonobel / Berger
45 Elastomeric Paint Berger / Asian
46 Automatic Sliding Door Dorma / Giesse
47 HPL (High Pressure Laminate) Fundermax or approved alternative

panel
Execution
90. Fabrication, Assembly and Installation

• General
o Use no materials, equipment or practices that may adversely affect functioning,
appearance and durability of completed items specified herein and related
construction. Items shall comply with specified criteria without buckling, opening of
joints, undue stress on fasteners, sealants and gaskets opening of welds, cracking of
glass, leakage, noises, or other harmful effects.
o Conform strictly to materials, finishes, and shapes, sizes, thicknesses, and joint
locations required by drawings and specifications.
o Match all materials to produce continuity of line, texture, and color.
o To fullest extent practicable, fabrication and assembly shall be executed in shop. Work
not shop assembled shall be shop-fitted.
o All components exposed in finished work shall be acceptably free from warping, oil
canning effects, and telegraphing of welds, studs, and other fasteners.
o Manufacturer's Instructions: Prepare substrates, and erect the work of this Section,
including components, and accessories in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions, except where more stringent requirements are shown or specified, and
where project conditions require extra precautions or provisions to ensure satisfactory
performance of the Work.
• Examination
o Verification of Conditions: Examine the areas to receive the Work and the conditions
under which the Work would be performed. Remedy conditions detrimental to the
proper and timely completion of the Work. Do not proceed until unsatisfactory
conditions have been corrected.
• Preparation
o Substrate Acceptability: Commencement of installation shall constitute acceptance of
substrate conditions by the Installer.

o Anchor Assemblies: Furnish at times appropriate to the construction schedule, for
installation by others, anchor assemblies, inserts and other anchorage components
associated with and intended to support the exterior wall which are to be set into
concrete, masonry or secured to structural steel framing.
o After concrete is cast, the exact position of the embedded anchors shall be
verified by the contractor and discrepancy or misalignment shall be addressed
immediately upon discovery for adjustment to be made by submitting design for
remedial anchor method.
o Make necessary modifications to the anchor ties to suit different site conditions
of steel reinforcements without additional charge.
o Dimension Verification: Verify dimensions of supporting structure by field
measurements so that exterior wall work will be accurately designed, fabricated and
fitted to the structure. Tolerances for supporting structure are specified earlier in this
Section.
o Coordination: Coordinate exterior wall work with the work of other Sections and provide
items to be placed during the installation of other work at the proper time to avoid
delays in the work. Place items, including inserts and anchors, accurately in relation to
the final location of exterior wall components. Postpone work in areas required to be
open for materials handling.
• Erection
o Assembly: Components shall be assembled, secured, anchored, reinforced, sealed
and made weather tight in a manner not restricting thermal and wind movements of
the system as well as building movements. Free and silent movement of components
of the Glazed Aluminum Curtain Wall / window wall system due to these loads and
movements shall be achieved without strain to glass, buckling of component or
excessive stress to members or assemblies.
o Erection: Erect components of the Glazed Aluminum Curtain Wall / window wall in
accordance with the manufacturer's written instructions and recommendations. Anchor
components securely in place in the manner shown on the final shop drawings. Shim
and allow for movement resulting from changes in thermal conditions and building
movements. Provide separators and isolators to prevent corrosion, electrolytic
deterioration, and freeze-up of moving joints.
o At dynamic connections, where required, and unless otherwise shown, metals
used for shims, blocking and spacers shall be stainless steel incorporating
separators for dissimilar materials. Do not use horse shoe (U) shaped shims at
dynamic connections.
o Do not use plastic shims at structural connections. Stacking of shims shall not
be permitted where conditions of structural failure may occur. Utilize solid shims
where required.

o Assumed Design Temperature: Dimensions shown on Drawings are based on an
assumed design temperature of 22 deg. C. Fabrication and erection procedures shall
take into account the ambient temperature at the time of the respective operations.
• Fastening
o Attachment of the wall to the structure shall be by approved methods in strict
accordance with accepted shop and/or erection drawings. Supporting brackets shall
be so designed as to provide three-dimensional / tri planar adjustment and accurate
location. Once the wall is properly positioned, connections so designated on accepted
shop drawings shall be rigidly fixed by positive mechanical means.
o Expansion anchorage shall be so designed to accommodate thermal and building
movements. Anchorage design shall provide for unrestricted movement. Molybdenum-
disulfide filled nylon ("Nylatron") slip pads or washers shall be used at thermal or
dynamic anchors.
o All fastenings into or through aluminum shall be stainless steel. Fasteners shall not
penetrate drainage systems.
o All fastening jointing and splicing of members shall be concealed. Exposed Fasteners
shall occur where expressly permitted by façade consultants/ Architects.
o Anchor component parts securely in place by bolting, welding or other permanent
mechanical attachment system, which will comply with performance requirements and
permit movements which are intended or necessary. Install slip pads between moving
parts.
o Steel fixings shall comply with requirements described herein. Welding shall be done
by skilled mechanics qualified or licensed in accordance with local building regulations
and shall conform to the recommended welding practices as stated in referenced
standards. Tack weld nuts to bolts after connections are set in final position or provide
other approved method of inhibiting loosening of where tack welding is inappropriate.
Special care shall be taken to protect glass and other finished surfaces from damage
and to prevent fires.
o Weld spatter on glass or exposed surfaces will be cause for rejection of glass or other
exposed material. Glass with weld spatter will be replaced at no additional cost.
o Touch up welds or damage to structural steel coating with two (2) coats of epoxy paint
or zinc rich primer compatible with existing primer and as approved by the Architect /
Façade consultants.
o Provide supplementary parts necessary to complete each item of work of attachments.
Attachment devices shall be of type, size and spacing to suit condition and as approved
by the façade consultants. Provide shims, slotted holes or other means necessary for
leveling, plumbing and other required adjustments. Attachment devices for work
exposed to view shall be concealed unless otherwise indicated. Where bolts or screws
are permitted in work exposed to view, they shall match adjacent surfaces.

o Do necessary drilling, tapping, cutting, shimming, welding or other preparations of
surrounding construction on site accurately, neatly and as necessary for the
attachment and support of work of this section.
o Where design requires moving metal parts, parts shall be separated and coated or
treated to ensure proper movement, without noise, binding or metal to metal contact.
Isolate materials where necessary with (3mm) (minimum thickness) high impact
polystyrene isolator pads to prevent electrolysis between dissimilar metals.
• Field Installation of Pre-glazed Panels
o Inspect each pre-glazed unit immediately before installation and eliminate pieces
which have observable edge damage or face imperfections. Check frames to receive
units for squareness and trueness. Verify that perimeter clearances are sufficient to
prevent "point loading" and that surfaces are clean, dry, and ready to receive preglazed
units. Verify that frame corners are weather tight and that sills are drained to exterior.
o Watertight and airtight installation of each preglazed unit is required. Each installation
shall withstand failure including loss or breakage of glass, failure of sealants or gaskets
to remain watertight and airtight, deterioration of glazing materials and other defects in
the work.
o Protect glass from edge damage at times during handling, installation and operation of
the building. Glass breakage during the guarantee period will be considered a form of
faulty material or workmanship unless known to result from vandalism or other causes
not related to materials and workmanship.
o Preglazed units shall be stored in a dry, well-ventilated location. Handling of glass shall
be kept to a minimum, and glass shall be carefully protected from soiling and from
condensation.
o Gaskets shall be vulcanized (injection molded) at corners where compatible with
installation procedure. Where gasket joints occur, tightly butt end and seal with a
compatible sealant.
o Provide a minimum nominal glass bite of 12mm. Where joint movement will result in
variable glass bite, increase nominal bite as required and provide (6mm) minimum
edge clearance, or greater clearance where lateral building movement is taken by the
glazing seals
o Thoroughly clean glazing pocket before setting glass. Solvents shall be compatible
with finished Aluminum, glass and glazing materials. Place setting blocks at quarter
points. Place side blocks in the upper half of each jamb, where required. Side blocks,
setting blocks and chairs shall be positively retained in position.
o Remove and replace stops and apply sealants as required for a complete glass
installation. Details of installation shall permit replacement of glass after the
construction period.
o Defer glazing of openings which are obstructed during construction. Glaze openings
when obstructions are removed.
o Install wet seals, heel beads, toe beads, interior wet seals and structural silicone seals
as indicated by architectural details.
o Each and every piece of glass shall be subject to approval and may be rejected after
having been set or erected. Rejected glass shall be carefully removed and replaced
with new suitable glass without delay and without cost to the Employer. Piece or pieces
damaged in the removal and resetting of defective or rejected pieces shall also be
removed, with new and acceptable pieces provided and installed at no cost to the
Employer.
o Remove and replace exterior glass lites which are broken, chipped, stained or
otherwise damaged including coating defects which, in the opinion of the Employer
/Architect / façade consultants do not conform to the Specification requirements.
Where directed, remove and replace lites which do not match adjoining work. Provide
new matching lights, install as specified and seal joints to eliminate evidence of
replacement.
o Fabricate Aluminium operable panels as per shop drawing. Include a complete system
for assembling components and anchorage.
o Weather Stripping: Provide full-perimeter weather stripping for each operable panel.
o Weep Holes: Provide weep holes and internal passages to conduct infiltrating water to
exterior.
o Tolerances: Allow for erection tolerances and design for movement of operable units
due to thermal, seismic, as indicated. Design to withstand design loads of operable
units.
o Sub frames (Shutter): Provide sub frames with anchors for window profile and
dimensions indicated but not less than 2mm thick extruded Aluminum. Miter or cope
corners, and dress smooth with concealed mechanical joint fasteners. Provide sub
frames capable of withstanding design loads of shutter units.
• Manufacturers’ Standards and Certification
o Materials shall be used in compliance with standards and procedures, published or
otherwise, of appropriate manufacturers.
o Obtain from each manufacturer detailed instructions for proper use of its products.
o Furnish statements signed by each manufacturer certifying its products have been
utilized in accordance with its instructions.
• Jointing
o Accurately fit and firmly secure all static metal joints with metal-to-metal hairline
contacts represented by sample approved by façade consultants. Use corner keys in
all cases to ensure flush joints.
o Conceal all joint sealants except as noted on drawings.
• Anti-galvanic Action

o Isolate dissimilar metal surfaces to prevent galvanic action. Materials used for this
purpose shall be non-absorptive.
o Aluminium surfaces in contact with mortar, concrete, fireproofing, plaster, masonry,
and absorptive materials shall be coated with an anti-galvanic material, impervious to
moisture.
• Metal-to-Metal Contact
o Separate metal surfaces in such a manner that metal does not move on metal.
Materials used for this purpose shall be low friction components, sealants or gaskets,
or organic coatings.
• Welding
o Welding of steel shall be done in accordance with the recommendations of the
American Welding Society. Steel welding shall be done by skilled mechanics qualified
by tests as prescribed in the IS 816 / Local applicable codes.
o Welding of aluminum and the qualifications of Aluminium welders shall conform to the
requirements of the Aluminium Association “Specifications for Structures of Aluminium
Alloys, Aluminium Construction Manual”.
o All welding shall be done with electrodes and/or methods recommended by the
suppliers of the metals being welded. The type, size, and spacing of welds shall be as
shown on the approved shop drawings. Welding materials and methods shall be such
as not to cause distortion, discolouration, or result in any other adverse effect on the
required profiles and finishes of the specified work.
o Weld splatter and welding oxides on the exposed surfaces shall be removed. All
exposed welds shall be finished to match and blend with adjacent parent metal prior to
application of the final finish.
o Electrodes shall conform to the requirements of the following Indian Standards.
- IS 814-1991 Specifications for covered electrodes for metal arc welding of
structural steel. Part 1 and 2,
- IS 816-1996 Classification and coding of covered electrodes for metal arc
welding of mild steel and low alloy high-tensile steel.
- IS 822-1970 Code of procedure for inspection of welds.
o The approved brands for the electrodes shall be one of the following and the electrodes
shall conform to E 7018-1
- Advani Orlikon
- ESAB
- D & H – Sechiron
- Anand Arc

o Electrodes shall be dried in an electric oven as per the recommendations of
manufacturers.
o The filler wire & flux combination for submerged arc welding shall conform to the
requirements for the desired application as laid down in IS 3613-1974, acceptance
tests for wire flux combination for submerged arc welding.
o Before welding, attention shall be paid to surface preparation, fit up and cleanliness of
surface to be welded.
o Minimum preheat and interpass temperatures for structural steel welding shall be as
specified by the BIS. The temperature shall be measured from the side opposite that
upon which preheat is applied.
o Welding shall be done by the approved methods specified in the following IS standards.
- IS 816 – 1969 Code of Practice for use of metal arc welding for general
construction in mild steel.
- IS 822 – 1970 Code of Practice for inspection of welds.
- IS 1024-1979 Code of Practice for use of welding in bridges and structures
subject to dynamic loading.
- IS 1323 – 1982 Code of practice for oxy-acetylene welding for structural work in
mild steel.
- IS 9595 – 1980 Recommendations for metal-arc welding of carbon and carbon
manganese steels.
o The head, input, length and sequence of weld shall be controlled to prevent distortions.
The surfaces to be welded and the filler metals to be used shall be subject to inspection
before any welding is performed.
o No welding shall begin until joint elements are bolted in intimate contact and adjusted
to dimensions shown on the drawings, or both, with allowance for any weld shrinkage
that is expected. Heavy sections and those having a high degree of restraint with low
hydrogen type electrodes shall be welded. No members are to be spliced without prior
approval of the Architect.
o All groove welds shall be continuous and full penetration welds unless otherwise shown
on the design drawings. Welds made without the aid of a backing bar shall have their
roots chipped, ground, gouged out to sound metal from the second side, before welding
is done from the second side.
o No joining in which material 50 mm or more in thickness is involved shall be interrupted
once welding is started unless at least two thirds of its size for its full length is complete
without an interruption of more than one hour. The welding may be interrupted for
longer periods provided the required preheat temperature is maintained for the full
length of the joint for the entire time the welding is interrupted.
o Welds shall be sounded throughout. There shall be no defect in any weld or welds
pass.
o Welds shall be free from overlap.
o Craters shall be filled to the full cross section of the weld.
o Exposed exterior structural steel shall have joints seal welded.
• Concealed Steel Moisture Protection
o Mild steel adjacent to or below grade or adjacent to a roof edge shall be galvanized.
• Glass and Glazing and Sealant Application
o All materials used for glazing and sealing shall be compatible with each other and
adequate for their intended purpose. Each material shall be manufactured product of
one company.
o Glazing shall be performed without springing or forcing of glass.
o Install glass and glazing materials under the conditions recommended by respective
product manufacturers.
o Glazing rabbets shall be clean, dry and free of any materials that might adversely affect
bond and seal of glazing materials or proper drainage of the rabbet.
o Glass shall be centered in each opening to provide purchases and clearances
recommended by glass manufacturer.
o Apply no tapes, ribbons, or markings to glass.
o Design of all sealed joints shall be in accordance with recommendation of sealant
and/or gasket manufacture.
o Glazing gaskets shall be of type, profile, dimension and durometer required to support
glass and resist water penetration. Gaskets shall have pre-moulded corners.
o Setting blocks shall be 75-90 durometer synthetic rubber, at least 4mm in thickness
and placed at the glass quarter points. They shall be a length recommended by the
glass manufacturer but not less than 100 mm.
o Edge blocks shall be used. Blocks shall be 75 durometer synthetic rubber. They shall
be placed 3mm from glass edges and at top and bottom of each rabbet wherever
possible. In no case shall less than two blocks, one in each rabbet, be used.
o Face spacers shall be 75 durometer synthetic rubber tape continuously applied around
perimeter glazed surface to receive sealant.
o Protect all adjoining surfaces not to receive sealant against staining or damage of any
kind.
o Prime all surfaces to receive sealants unless recommended specifically to contrary in
writing, by manufacturers and approved by façade consultancy.
o Fill all joints completely with sealant, forming a neat, uniform, concave bead. Sealant
shall be sloped to drain water away from glass. All exposed sealant surfaces shall be
tooled smooth.

o Use no sealant that has started to set in its container or a sealant that has exceeded
shelf life published by manufacturer.
• Structural Silicone Glazed Units
o Comply with manufacturer's instructions for protecting, handling, and installing
fabricated structural sealant glazed exterior wall components, with particular care and
attention to preservation of edges and sealants. Discard or remove and replace
damaged members.
o Prepare surfaces that will contact structural sealant according to sealant
manufacturer's written instructions to ensure compatibility and adhesion. Preparation
includes, but is not limited to, cleaning and priming surfaces. Install structural sealant
glazed exterior wall in accordance with approved shop drawings, using workers
specifically trained in the installation of structural sealant glazed walls. Mechanically
fasten glazing in place until structural sealant is cured.
o Structural silicone glazing work shall be assembled in the controlled environment of
the fabricator's shop. No structural silicone glazing will be fabricated in the field except
as approved by the façade consultants.
o Install secondary weather seal sealant according to sealant manufacturer's written
instructions to provide weatherproof joints between glazed units. Prime substrates and
install joint fillers behind sealant as recommended by weather seal sealant
manufacturer.
o Field-Glazed Structural Silicone Glazing Remedial Work: In accordance with
fabricator's submitted re-glazing procedure as approved by façade consultancy, clean
frames and glass surfaces with an approved solvent. Prime surfaces and apply
structural sealant in accordance with manufacturer's written recommendations. Clean
excess structural sealant before curing. Mechanically hold glass firmly in place until
sealant is sufficiently cured. Install compressible backer rods in joint before applying
weather seal sealant.
• Flashings
o Flashings shall be engineered, fabricated, and installed to prevent any damage due to
expansion/contraction and any other movement of the operable panels or Glazed
Aluminium Framed Curtain Wall, support structure or any other related components.
o Flashing adjacent to other work shall extend sufficiently to create proper protective joint
and overlap conditions.
• Internal Gutters
o Provide internal gutters, weeped to the exterior where necessary.
o Coordinate continuity seals with abutting construction.
• Cutting and Trimming of Components
Cut and trim components of the exterior wall during erection only with the approval of
façade consultants and in accordance with their recommendations. Do not cut through

reinforcing or pre stressing members. Restore finish completely to protect material and
remove evidence of cutting and trimming. Remove and replace members where cutting
and trimming has impaired strength or appearance.
• Damaged Components
Do not erect members or other components which are warped, bowed, deformed or
otherwise damaged to extent as to impair strength or appearance. Remove and replace
members damaged in the process of erection.
• Setting of Units
Set units level, plumb, and true to line, with uniform joints. Support on metal shims and
secure in place by bolting to clip angles and similar supports anchored to supporting
structure.
• Welding
Weld with electrodes and by methods recommended by manufacturer of material being
welded, and in accordance with appropriate recommended welding practices as stated in
referenced standards. Use only methods which will avoid distortion or discolouration of
exposed faces. Grind exposed welds smooth, using only clean wheels and compounds
which are free of iron or iron compounds. Restore finish of components after welding and
grinding.
• Soldering and Brazing
Solder and braze only to fill or seal joints (not to form structural joints) and in accordance
with component manufacturer's recommendations. Grind smooth and restore finish.
• Fire stopping/Safety and Smoke Seals
Clean debris from behind exterior wall during erection and provide temporary closures to
prevent accumulation of debris. Install fire stopping/safety to comply with local authorities
having jurisdictions. Install fire stopping/safety with securely anchored metal flanges or
make equivalent provisions to prevent dislocation. Install smoke seal over safety insulation
so as to provide a complete smoke seal. Comply with local authorities having jurisdiction.
91. Field Quality Control

• Contractor's Testing and Inspection Program:
o The Contractor shall provide and maintain an effective Quality Control program and
perform sufficient inspections, surveys and tests of items of Work, including those of
other trades, to ensure compliance with the contract Documents and the requirements
of the local authorities having jurisdiction. Furnish appropriate facilities, accurately
calibrated instruments and testing devices required to perform the quality control
operations and with sufficient work forces to cover the construction operations within
the actual construction sequences. Coordinate this work with the quality control
requirements of other technical Sections of the Specifications and with requirements
of governing authorities having jurisdiction.

92. Employer’s Façade Consultant: Monitoring Activities
• Envelopetechnik has been retained by the Employer as a specialist in Building Envelope
and Façade Specialist. ET shall participate in the following activities, but not limited to the
following:
o Tender review.
o Contractors/ Manufacturer facility visit & inspections.
o Participation in negotiation.
o Review & approval of all submittals - Materials & Documents.
o Review & approval of all Mock-Up’s.
o Full time / periodic inspection of all Facade Walls.
o Approval of installed walls.
• Contractor shall afford complete co-operation to Envelopetechnik and shall ensure
compliance to requirements of
Data/Sample/Documents/Clarifications/Access/Clarifications & any other project related
materials as sought by ET for their satisfaction at any time during the process of tender to
completion of the project.
93. Cleaning
• In addition to specific protection and cleaning methods required for each component by
the respective Sections of these Specifications maintain the exterior wall throughout the
construction period in a clean and properly protected condition so that it will not be
damaged at the time of issuance of the Taking Over and certification.
• Cleaning and protective methods shall be carefully selected, applied and maintained so
that finishes will not become uneven or otherwise impaired as a result of unequal exposure
to light and weathering conditions.
• Final Cleaning: Clean the completed system, inside and out, promptly after erection and
installation of glass and sealants, allowing for nominal curing of liquid sealants. Final
cleaning shall be completed to the total satisfaction of the Contractor.
94. Protection
• Contractor responsible for protection of exterior wall system from damage after erection
until Substantial Completion. Remove and replace damaged or broken glass before
issuance of the 'Taking over Certificate' to the satisfaction of the Employer & approval of
the consultant.
• Protect the Work of this Section from any materials, equipment or practices that may
impair function appearance or durability of the work.
• Remove and replace or repair with approval of ETany portion of work including glass
damaged prior to date of acceptance.

• Acceptance of completed work requires installation be sound, watertight, free from
defects in materials and workmanship and clean. Clean is defined as free of any substance
that cannot be removed by a normal cleaning with detergent and water.
• All aluminum profiles & glass surface should be protected by medium-tack adhesive
protection tape.
o Protection tape should not leave any residue on surface after peeling off.
o Protection tape should not peel off paints or other finishes.
o Protection tapes should be used as per manufacturer instructions.
o Protection tapes should be replaced on time cycle recommended by tape
manufacturers.
95. Sustainability Requirements

Contractor is required to implement practices and procedures to meet the environmental
performance goals for the Project, which include achieving IGBC-Green Home Certification.
Specific project goals that may impact this area of work include use of recycled-content
materials; use of locally manufactured materials; use of low-emitting materials; use of certified
wood products; and construction waste recycling. Contractor shall ensure that the
requirements related to these goals, defined in this Section and in related Sections of the
Contract Documents, are fully implemented. Substitutions, or other changes to the Work
proposed by the Contractor or his subcontractors, shall not be allowed if such changes
compromise the stated LEED criteria.
LEED submittal information:
o Cost breakdowns for the materials included in the Contractor or subcontractor’s work.
Cost breakdowns shall include total cost-plus itemized material costs for material and
associated products.
o The manufacturing location and raw material sources of material and associated
products.
o The extraction location and raw material sources of material and associated products.
o The amount of post-consumer and/or post-industrial recycled content in the procured
material.
o Recycled Content: Provide published product literature or letter of certification on the
manufacturer’s letterhead certifying the amounts of post-consumer and/or post-
industrial content.
o Regional Manufacturing within 250 Miles: Provide published product literature or letter
of certification on the manufacturer’s letterhead indicating the city/state where the
manufacturing plant is located and the distance in miles from the Project site.
o Submit cut sheets with the Contractor or subcontractor’s stamp as confirmation that
the submitted products are the products installed in the Project.

o Assemble green building submittal information into one (1) package per Section or
trade and send to the Consultant of review. Incomplete or inaccurate green building
submittals may be used as the basis for rejecting the submitted products or
assemblies.
o If products specified do not meet the requirements, alternate product is to be submitted.
If discrepancies arise it is the Contractor’s responsibility to bring to the Architect’s
attention.
o For products and material required to comply with requirements for regional materials
indicating location and distance from Project of material manufacturer and point of
extraction, harvest or recovery for each raw material. Include statement indicating cost
for each regional material and the fraction by weight that is considered regional.
96. Items To Be Co-Ordinated

• General:
The Contractor shall initiate and manage the design, development, coordination,
installation and testing of the interface between other trades, services and systems carried
out on site.
• The following are a list detailing the trades that are to be considered. However, the scope
of interfacing required by the Contractor shall not be limited by this list.
o All building Mechanical and Electrical systems (HVAC, Hydraulic, Electrical,
Lighting, PA, IT Systems, Communication systems, Security systems, BMS)
o Internal partitions, balustrades and wall finishes
o Internal floor finishes including raised floors
o Internal suspended ceilings and other ceiling finishes
o Building Maintenance Units (BMU)
o All integrated, non-integrated, illuminated and non-illuminated signage and other
information display systems.
o External paving and landscaping
o All roofing and weather proofing works
o Building Civil works.
o Façade Signage
o Roofing
• Lighting:
o Design of Lighting which is integral to or interfaces with any of the cladding systems
shall be fully co-ordinated with the Electrical / Lighting contractor. All openings
around conduits in the building envelope system shall be properly designed, co-
ordinated and sealed.

• Security Services and Fire Services:
o All Security Systems and Fire Services which interface with the external cladding
systems including locking mechanisms, intercoms, PA systems, CCTV’s, fire
services inlet cabinets, fire service control panels, and so forth shall be incorporated
into the design of the cladding systems where necessary.
o This shall include provision of openings, lockable hinged panels with glazed in-fill
lights where required, concealed conduits and appropriate ironmongery as is
necessary. All E/M equipment shall be provided and installed by the E/M contractor.
o The Contractor shall rigorously coordinate the technical requirements of the E/M
contractor and the aesthetic requirements of the Contractor.
• Signage and Information Display Systems:
o Signage Boxes and Information Display Systems shall be fitted with a hinged heat
strengthened glass cover that allows the inside and outside of the glass to be
cleaned and the lights to be replaced.
o For Information Display Systems of a larger scale the Manufacturer’s installation
and maintenance requirements shall be complied with.
o A Manufacturer’s certificate of compliance shall be submitted by the contractor
upon completion of the works. All works shall be closely coordinated between the
Lighting contractor and the Facade Contractor.
• Louvers:
o At louver locations in front of duct work for intake or exhaust the Contractor shall
lease with the E/M contractor to provide a fully integrated detail allowing for access
to the duct and louvers for both maintenance and cleaning.
o The louver assembly shall be noise and vibration free and shall provide the
percentage of free area required for duct performance, as specified by the
Contractor.
o The Contractor shall provide a metal collar for connection of the ductwork to the
E/M Louvers.
• BMU System:
o The Contractor shall co-ordinate closely with the BMU contractor and design,
manufacture, supply and installs a façade cleaning system for the entire contract
works.

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Technical Specifications

Exterior Aluminum Glazing & Cladding Works

Project Name : Proposed IT Park & Multiplex

Client : Chalet Hotels Ltd

Architects : RSP Design Consultants (Inida) Pvt. Ltd.

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3. Reference Standards for design

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7. Verification Of Design, Sizes And Quantities.

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8. General Description of Performance

10. Air Infiltration

11. Water Penetration

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12. Thermal performance

13. Structural performance Criteria

Support condition Span Allowable deflection criteria

Single span and L<4110mm L/175mm or 19mm

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Single span and 7500<L<12000mm L/240 + 6.35mm or 35mm

Cantilever span -- L/180 or 19mm whichever is

14. Building Movements.

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15. Seismic Loads

16. Load Combinations

17. Load Sharing

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18. Critical Dimensions

19. Cast in Channel And Anchor Bolt Requirements

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20. Design for temperatures

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23. Civil Construction tolerances

24. Fire, Smoke and Draft Barrier

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25. Design for replacement

26. Insulation Barrier

27. Spandrel Cavity Vent

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29. Accoustic Performance

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30. Unacceptable Conditions

31. Design Modifications

32. Visual Mock-up

33. Minimum Service Life

Material / Component Minimum Service Life in Years

Steel and Stainless-Steel Framing 60

Bracketry and fixings 60

Corrosion Protection paint on steel (Life to first

Stainless steel finish 30

Laminated and monolithic glazing 30

Gaskets and membranes 30

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Insulation and vapor barriers 30

Fire and acoustic stopping 30