PART 1.00-GENERAL

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Work of this section, as shown or specified, shall be in accordance with the requirements of Contract Documents.

1.02   WORK INCLUDED

Work of this Section includes all labor, materials, equipment and services necessary to complete the composite metal panels as shown on the drawings and specified herein.

1.03   RELATED WORK

1. Light-gauge metal framing - Section 05400
2. Flashing and sheet metal - Section 07600
3. Sealant work - Section 07900
4. Aluminum windows - Section 08500
5. Glass and glazing - Section 08800

1.04   SUBMITTALS

1. General: Submit the following in accordance with Conditions of Contract and Division 1 Specification Sections.
2. Product data including manufacturer's product specification, standard details, certified product test results, installation guidelines, and general recommendations, as applicable to materials and finishes for total panel system.
3. Samples for initial selection purposes in form of manufacturer's color charts or chips showing full range of colors, finishes, and patterns available for composite metal panels with factory-applied finishes.
4. Samples for verification purposes of composite metal panels. Provide 4" x 10" sample composite panels in thickness specified for assembly approval. Include clips, anchors, supports, fasteners, closures and other panel accessories.
5. Submit two (2) draw-down samples of each color and finish selected on a 4" x 8" aluminum substrate for color approval only.
6. Submit Shop Drawings indicating thickness and dimension of parts; fastening and anchoring methods; detail and location of joints, including joints necessary to accommodate thermal movement.

1.05   QUALITY ASSURANCE

1. Composite panel manufacturer shall have a minimum of five years of continuous experience manufacturing the panel material.
2. Fabricator/Installer - shall be approved by composite panel manufacturer and have not less that five years experience on similar-size metal panel projects.
3. When possible, field measurements shall be taken prior to completion of shop fabrication.
4. Maximum deviation from the vertical and horizontal alignment of erected panels shall be no more than 1/4" in 20'-0".
5. Follow manufacturer's recommendations and guidelines for storage, handling, fabrication and field forming of panels.
6. Fabricator/Installer shall be one in the same to ensure single-source responsibility.
7. Approved Fabricator/Installers;
   • United Panel Corporation- (770) 974-7295
   • Other Fabricator/Installers as approved by architect prior to bid.

1.06   SYSTEM PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

1. Testing: Panels furnished under this Section shall have been tested in accordance with tests specified under this Article; provide certification by panel supplier showing compliance with requirements. Otherwise perform tests through an approved laboratory and provide certified tests results. Test results shall meet indicated standards.
2. Deflections and Thermal Movements; Provide panel supplierâs products and system that are capable of withstanding building movements and weather exposures, including wind loading of 40 lbs/ sq ft inward and 40 lbs / sq ft outward, and which are capable of performing within the following limitations:
   • Structural Performance: Shall have been tested in accordance with ASTM E330-96 at design. Pressure of 40 lbs/ sq ft. No permanent deformation or failures of structural members shall occur.
3. Leakage Resistance, Water, and Air: Provide the panel supplierâs system that has been tested to demonstrate permanent resistance to leakage as follows:
   • Air Leakage: AT 1.57 psf, not more that 0.06 cfm/ft2 of wall area when tested in accordance with ASTM E283-91.
   • Water Penetration: Water penetration in this specification is defined as the appearance of uncontrolled water in the wall. Provisions shall be made in the design to drain to the exterior face of the wall any leakage of water at joints and/or any condensation within the construction. No water infiltration under static pressure when tested in accordance with ASTM E331-93 at a differential of 10% of inward acting design load, 6.24 psf minimum after 15 minutes.

1.07   DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

1. Deliver panels and other components so they will not be damaged or deformed. Package composite wall panels for protection against transportation damage. Identify fabricated units and component panels per erection drawings.
2. Handling: Exercise care in unloading, storing, and erecting panels to prevent bending, warping, twisting, and surface damage.
3. Storage: Store composite panels in well-ventilated space out of direct sunlight. Protect panels from moisture and condensation with tarpaulins or other suitable weather tight covering installed to allow ventilation. Panels shall be sloped to insure positive drainage of any accumulated water. Do not store panels in closed containers or unventilated spaces where temperatures can exceed 120 degrees F. Do not store panels in contact with other materials that might cause straining, denting, or other surface damage.

PART 2.00 - PRODUCTS

2.01   COMPOSITE METAL PANELS

1. Composite metal panel shall be 4mm (.157") thick. Product shall be one of the following approved products:
   
   • Alpolic
   • Alucobond
   • Reynobond
     
   1. Core: Thermoplastic material which in composite assembly meets performance characteristics specified.
   2. Face sheets: 0.020" aluminum 3105-H14 alloy, coil coated with specified high performance finish and bonded in a continuous process without glues or adhesives to core material to meet performance requirements.
   3. Bond Integrity: When testing for bond integrity, simulating resistance to delamination:
      1. Bond Strength: 1,000 psi minimum in accordance with ASTM D1781-76
      2. Peel Strength: 22.5 inch lbs./in. minimum in accordance with ASTM D1781-76.
      3. Shall have had no change in bond performance after eight (8) hours of submersion in boiling water and twenty-one (21) days immersion in 70 degree F water.
   4. Flame Spread: 0 when tested in accordance with ASTM E84.
   5. Smoke Developed: 10 when tested in accordance with ASTM E84.
   6. Surface Flammability: Passed when tested in accordance with ASTM E108-88 modified.

    

2. Finish: Panels shall have minimum 70% fluoropolymer resin coating that meets or exceeds values expressed in AAMA 605.2 where relevant to coil coatings.
3. Color to be selected from manufacturer's standard color guide.

2.02     FABRICATION OF PANELS

1. Finish: Panels shall have minimum 70% fluoropolymer resin coating that meets or exceeds values expressed in AAMA 605.2 where relevant to coil coatings.
2. Panel system to be "Rout and Return Wet Seal" System.
3. Panels shall be shop fabricated to sizes and joint configurations indicated on the drawings.
4. Where final dimensions cannot be established by field measurement before completion of panel manufacturing, provide allowance for field adjustments as recommended by the fabricator.
5. Panel lines, breaks, and angles shall be sharp and true, with surfaces free from warp or buckle.
6. Panels shall have a removable plastic film applied during production to remain on during shipping, fabrication and erection.

Part 3.00 - EXECUTION

INSPECTION

Examine the areas and conditions where exterior composite metal panels are to be installed and notify the Architect of conditions detrimental to the proper and timely completion of the work. Do not proceed with the work until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected by the Contractor in a manner acceptable to the Architect.

3.02     INSTALLATION

1. Erect panels plumb, level and true.
2. Anchor panels securely in place in accordance with fabricator's approved shop drawings.
3. Conform to panel fabricator's instructions for installation of sealant and concealed fasteners.

3.03     ADJUSTING AND PROTECTIVE FILM REMOVAL

1. Remove and replace panels damaged beyond repair.
2. Repair panels with minor damage.
3. Protective film to be removed just prior to caulking, which is done just before completion of work.