Section 08800 Glazing
Section 08800 Glazing
Section 08800 Glazing
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including Conditions of Contract and
Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. This Section includes all types and colours of glasses used in windows and doors, transoms
sidelights, entrances, and windows not specifically supplied glazed as a part of the
manufactured item. It also includes, but is not limited to, the following glass types and
accessories:
B. Interior applications for decorative glass includes, but shall not be limited to, the following:
1. Glass doors
2. Shower screens including glass doors
3. All glass entrances including doors
4. Glass enclosures fixed with spider fittings
5. Manually sliding glass doors
1.3 REFERENCES
A. All reference to standards, regulations and requirements of statutory bodies shall mean the
latest published editions at the time of contract. Product manufacture, testing and installation
shall comply with the following references unless otherwise stated in the specification or
otherwise approved.
1.4 DEFINITIONS
A. Deterioration of Laminated Glass: Defects developed from normal use that are attributed to
the manufacturing process and not to causes other than glass breakage and practices for
B. Deterioration of Heat Treated Glass: Failure of the heat-treated glass that is attributed to the
manufacturing process due to the presence of nickel sulphide particles causing spontaneous
breakage of the glass units.
A. General: Provide glazing systems capable of withstanding normal thermal movement and
impact loads without failure, including loss or glass breakage attributable to the following:
defective manufacture, fabrication, and installation; failure of sealants or gaskets to remain
watertight and airtight; deterioration of glazing materials; or other defects in construction.
1.6 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: For each glass product and glazing material indicated.
B. Samples: For the following products, in the form of 300mm square samples for glass and of
300mm long samples for sealants. Install sealant samples between two strips of material
representative in colour of the adjoining framing system.
C. Samples: For the following products, in the form of 300mm square samples for glass.
D. Shop Drawings: Provide full shop drawings for approval of all glazed aluminium work prior to
ordering any material.
E. Glazing Schedule: Use same designations indicated on Drawings for glazed openings in
preparing a schedule listing glass types and thicknesses for each size opening and location.
F. Product Certificates: Signed by manufacturers of glass and glazing products certifying that
products furnished comply with requirements.
G. Qualification Data: For firms and persons specified in Quality Assurance’ Article to
demonstrate their capabilities and experience. Include lists of completed projects with project
names and addresses, names and addresses of Engineers and Employers, and other
information specified.
H. Preconstruction Adhesion and Compatibility Test Report: From glazing sealant manufacturer
indicating glazing sealants were tested for adhesion to glass and glazing channel substrates
and for compatibility with glass and other glazing materials.
I. Loading Requirements: Submit calculation sheets showing that the specified glass can
withstand the actual loading requirements indicated:
1. Thickness
2. Kind of heat treatment
3. Safety
A. Quality System: Comply with ISO 9001/9002 Quality System as a minimum. Incorporate all
the standard procedures supplied by the Engineer.
C. Source Limitations for Clear Glass: Obtain clear float glass from one primary-glass
manufacturer.
D. Source Limitations for Laminated Glass: Obtain laminated-glass units from one manufacturer
using the same type of glass lites and interlayers for each type of unit indicated.
E. Source Limitations for Glazing Accessories: Obtain glazing accessories from one source for
each product and installation method indicated.
F. Glass Product Testing: Obtain glass test results for product test reports in ‘Submittals’ Article
from a qualified testing agency based on testing glass products.
G. All windows in air conditioned rooms shall be double glazed to achieve a thermal
transmittance value of 2.9 W/m² ºC. Double glazed panes shall comprise a solar High
performance outer pane of coated, heat tempered glass and an inner pane of clear float
glass, which shall be heat tempered or laminated depending upon its size
H. Fire-Rated Door Assemblies: Assemblies complying with NFPA 80 that are listed and labelled
by a testing and inspecting agency acceptable to the Engineer, for fire ratings indicated,
based on testing according to NFPA 252.
I. Safety Glass: Product complying with ANSI Z97.1 and testing requirements of CPSC 16
CFR, Part 1201 for Category I materials.
1. GANA Publications: GANA’S ‘Glazing Manual’ and ‘Laminated Glass Design Guide.’
K. Mock-ups: Before glazing, build mock-ups for each glass product indicated below to verify
selections made under sample Submittals and to demonstrate aesthetic effects and qualities
of materials and execution. Build mock-ups to comply with the following requirements, using
materials indicated for the completed Work:
1. Build mock-ups in the location and of the size indicated or, if not indicated, as directed
by the Engineer.
2. Build mock-ups with the following kinds of glass to match glazing systems required for
the Project, including typical lite size, framing systems, and glazing methods:
a. Glass entrance including double glass door
b. Single glass door
c. Bathtub glass enclosure
L. Performance Test: The Engineer will review mock-up on site for compliance with visual
requirements prior to performance testing (if any).
A. Environmental Limitations: Do not proceed with glazing when ambient and substrate
temperature conditions are outside limits permitted by glazing material manufacturers and
when glazing channel substrates are wet from rain, frost, condensation, or other causes.
1. Do not install liquid glazing sealants when ambient and substrate temperature
conditions are outside limits permitted by glazing sealant manufacturer or below 10° C.
1.10 WARRANTY
A. Manufacturer’s Warranty on Laminated Glass: Provide written warranty, made out to the
Employer and signed by the laminated-glass manufacturer agreeing to furnish replacements
for laminated-glass units that deteriorate as defined in 'Definitions' section, within specified
warranty period indicated below.
B. Manufacturer’s Warranty on Heat Treated Glass: Provide written warranty made out to the
Employer and signed by the glass manufacturer agreeing to furnish replacements for those
heat treated glass units broken spontaneously due to the inclusion of nickel sulphide, f.o.b.
point of manufacture, freight allowed Project site, within specified warranty period indicated
below.
C. Double glazed units shall be guaranteed for ten (10) years against film formation or dust
collection due to hermetic seal failure. Ten (10) years guarantee is also required against
colour fading, peeling or crazing.
D. A quality kite mark shall be located in the bottom left corner. (viewed internally), and bottom
right corner (viewed externally)
E. Warranty: The glass supplier will guarantee for a period of ten years that:
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
A. Shall be coated by the MSVD (Magnetic Sputter Vacuum Deposit) system and shall conform
to the following quality criteria:
1. Pinholes
a. Inspection for pinholes shall be conducted at a distance of 2.0 m when pinholes
greater than 3mm diameter shall not be permissible in the normal viewing area.
b. Clusters of closely spaced small pinholes shall not be allowed in any area within
the normal line of sight.
c. Clusters outside of the normal viewing area are permitted provided they are not
obtrusive.
d. This is at the discretion of the Engineer.
2. Scratches
a. Inspection for scratches shall be conducted at a distance of 3.0m. Single
scratches greater than 75mm length, and areas of abrasion, are not permissible
in the normal viewing area.
Note: The normal viewing area is defined as the central area of the lite
comprising 80% of its height and width.
3. Uniformity and Distortion
a. On a single project basis it will be possible to have small variations in colour and
reflectance for different production runs. When viewed from outside in daylight
at a distance of 3.0m, slight variations of colour, reflectance and transmission
shall be considered acceptable, if Delta E of max. ±1.5 is maintained.
b. Distortion due to heat treatment and/or insulation air spaces shall be kept to
absolute minimum, but shall not be considered as glass defect.
A. Float Glass: ASTM C 1036, Type I (transparent glass, flat), Quality q3 (glazing select); class
B. Heat-Treated Float Glass: FT (Fully Tempered) ASTM C 1048; Type I (transparent glass,
flat); Quality q3 (glazing select); class, kind, and condition as indicated in Schedules at the
end of Part 3.
A. Laminated Glass: Comply with ASTM C 1172 for kinds of laminated glass indicated and other
requirements specified, including those in the Laminated-Glass Schedule at the end of Part 3.
1. Interlayer Material: Polyvinyl butyral sheets (PVB). Refer to spec sheet 33B50 for NCS
reference for light green interlayer.
2. Spray application paint finish. Edges of glazing to be sealed to prevent water/humidity
ingress.
C. Laminating Process: Fabricate laminated glass to produce glass free of foreign substances
and air or glass pockets as follows:
1. Laminate lites with polyvinyl butyral interlayer in autoclave with heat plus pressure.
Special attention to be made to the edges to prevent water/humidity ingress.
2. Laminate glass in autoclave under pressure and heat. Minimum number of interlayer is
to be two. Minimum thickness of layer is to be 0.38mm.
A. Laminated Ceramic Glazing Material: Proprietary product in the form of two lites of clear
ceramic glazing material laminated together to produce a laminated lite of 8mm nominal
thickness; polished on both surfaces; weighing 19.5 kg/sq.m. and as follows:
1. Fire-Protection Rating: As indicated for the assembly in which the glazing material is
installed, and permanently labelled by a testing and inspecting agency acceptable to
the Engineer.
2. Polished on both surfaces, transparent.
B. Laminated Glass with Intumescent Interlayers: Proprietary product in the form of multiple lites
of Condition A (uncoated surfaces), Type I (transparent glass, flat), Class 1 (clear), Kind FT
(fully tempered) float glass laminated with intumescent interlayers; and as follows:
1. Fire-Protection Rating: As indicated for the assembly in which the glazing material is
installed, and permanently labelled by a testing and inspecting agency acceptable to
the Engineer.
C. Wired Glass Panels: Where indicated on drawings shall be monolithic 6.00mm thick - square
pattern wire-ground and polished glass to BS 952. Wires shall be straight and square. The
glass shall be certified as 60min. fire stop glass, or the fire rating specified for the particular
application.
A. Refer to Section 08810 - Decorative Glass for specifications of decorative glass types
indicated in Schedules to be used in glass doors and glazed entrances.
A. General: Provide products of type indicated, complying with the following requirements:
1. Compatibility: Select glazing sealants that are compatible with one another and with
other materials they will contact, including glass products, seals of insulating-glass
units, and glazing channel substrates, under conditions of service and application, as
demonstrated by sealant manufacturer based on testing and field experience.
2. Suitability: Comply with sealant and glass manufacturers’ written instructions for
selecting glazing sealants suitable for applications indicated and for conditions existing
at time of installation.
3. Colours of Exposed Glazing Sealants: As indicated in Schedules or selected by the
Engineer from manufacturer’s full range for this characteristic.
B. Elastomeric Glazing Sealant Standard: Comply with ASTM C 920 and other requirements
indicated for each liquid-applied, chemically curing sealant in the Glazing Sealant Schedule,
including those referencing ASTM C 920 classifications for type, grade, class, and uses.
1. Glazing Sealants:
a. Type A : Where shown or indicated, sealant shall be a one component acrylic
terpolyer complying with Federal US Specification TT-S-00230 (non-sag)
recommended by the manufacturer for exposed glazing, meeting the following
minimum performance requirements, guaranteed for 10 years.
Staining None TT-S-00230
Accelerated Ageing No failure 5,000 hours ASTM E-42
Durability 50% extension at -18ºC TT-S-00230
Resealing Over 75% contact
Snagging Passes TT-S-00230
b. Type B : where conditions exceed the requirements of Sealant (A), the
alternative sealant shall be one-component, moisture; curing silicone
elastomeric sealant complying with SMC-10, TT-S-001543-A meeting the
following minimum performance requirements, guaranteed for 10 years
Staining None TT-S-001543
Accelerated Ageing Excellent ASTM E-42
Elasticity Modulus ASTM D-412
Tensile Strength ASTM D-412
Shore ‘A’ Hardness 25 ASTM D-2240
Tear Strength ASTM D-624
Silicone sealant should not be applied to porous substrate unless approved by
the manufacturer. Primers, as required by the manufacturer, shall be used
where applicable
c. Type C : where conditions require a perimeter or expansion joint sealant and the
design requirements exceed the performance of Sealant (1), the alternative
sealant shall be a three-component, epoxied polyurethane sealant complying
with Agreement Certificate No. 77/156, TT-S-00227E, Class A, Type II, or
meeting the following minimum performance requirements, guaranteed for 10
years
Adhesion-in -Peel 6.3kg on mortar TT-S-00227E
Sagging None up to 50ºC TT-S-00227E
Shore ‘A’ Hardness 25 TT-S-00227E
Pot Life 7 hours at 24ºC TT-S-00227E
Low Temperature Flex -54ºC TT-S-00227E
Shore ‘A' Hardness 35 after 5 years ageing
Accelerated Ageing No failure after 5 weeks at
70ºC, 20 Evitons
d. Type D : where conditions indicate or require a non-exposed sealant for use on
non-porous surfaces, the sealant shall be non-drying, non-skinning, non-
bleeding elastomeric one component synthetic rubber sealant complying with
AAMA 809.2
A. The material shall consist of at least 50 percent by weight of basic rubber hydrocarbon, and
shall contain no crude or reclaimed rubber. It shall be homogeneous, free from defects, and
shall be compounded and cured to meet the requirements herein specified.
Cured materials shall evidence the following properties of AMAA SG-1-76 when tested as
indicated using standard ASTM test slabs and compression set plugs:
Note: The glazing members must be designed with the proper locking features to
assure proper compression not to exceed requirement as recommended by the
glass manufacturer
A. The material shall consist of at least 50% by weight of basic rubber hydrocarbon, and shall
contain no crude or reclaimed rubber. It shall be homogeneous, free from defects and shall
be compounded and cured to meet the requirements herein specified.
A. General: Provide products of material, size, and shape complying with referenced glazing
standard, requirements of manufacturers of glass and other glazing materials for application
indicated, and with a proven record of compatibility with surfaces contacted in installation.
C. Setting Blocks: Elastomeric material with a Shore A durometer hardness of 85, plus or minus
5 with proven compatibility with sealant.
E. Edge Blocks: Elastomeric material of hardness needed to limit glass lateral movement (side
walking).
F. Silicone Water Stopper: Proprietary type, clear, durable, self-adhered of profile indicated on
Drawings.
G. Compressible Filler Rod: Closed-cell or waterproof jacked rod stock of synthetic rubber of
plastic foam, proved to be compatible with sealants used, flexible and resilient, with 35-70
Pascals compression strength for 25% deflection. Not to b used in the glazing rebate.
H. Bumper cushion ; shall be neoprene of 90 Shore ‘A’ Durometer hardness, 7.5cm long,
thickness as required to maintain nominal 3mm gap between glass and cushion, and same
width as sash.
1. Thickness equal to specified space between glass and rebate, bead or cleat.
2. Depth to give not less than 6mm cover of sealant.
L. Aluminium spacers/packers at base, head and jamb junctions to be continuous, fixed with
countersunk screw into main section of framing
B. Aluminium: ASTM B 221M, with strength and durability characteristics of not less than alloy
6063-T5.
G. Channels:
1. Extruded aluminium for recessed applications. Protect back of channels with approved
protection coating. Minimum wall thickness is 1.00mm.
2. Alloy 304 stainless steel where surface mounted is indicated on Drawings or required,
in Dry areas.
3. Alloy 316 stainless steel where surface mounted is indicated on Drawings or required,
in Wet areas.
4. Setting Materials for channels: Use materials furnished by manufacturer and
compatible with adjoining materials.
H. Metal Rails: Clamp-type two-part construction comprising aluminium rail of anodized finish
and clip-in alloy 304 stainless steel cover of finish and height as indicated on Drawings.
A. Fabricate glass and other glazing products in sizes required to glaze openings indicated for
the Project, with edge and face clearances, edge and surface conditions, and bite complying
with written instructions of product manufacturer and referenced glazing standard, to comply
with system performance requirements.
B. Clean-cut or flat-grind vertical edges of butt-glazed monolithic lites in a manner that produces
square edges with slight kerfs at junctions with indoor and outdoor faces.
D. Glass type for Doors and Entrances: Clear fully tempered or laminated, safety glass as
indicated,
A. Insulated glass shall be 24/28mm thick constructed of two lites of monolithic glass. The
exterior lite shall be 6mm Heat Strengthened/Tempered glass with a reflective coating
applied to the second surface of the outer board lite. The inner Lite of all vision panels shall
be 6mm laminated glass. Both lites shall be separated by a desiccant filled metal spacer of
12mm, forming a dehydrated air space hermetically sealed at the periphery with a flexible
sealer. The entire assembly shall be dual seal with a primary rubber sealant on the spacer
bearing surfaces and a secondary sealant structurally bonding the two glass lites to the unit
spaces. The Spacers in the insulating units shall have bent continuous corners.
B. Spandrel panels shall be 6mm Tempered/Heat Strengthened glass with a Lacquer Opacifier,
factory applied on surface 2, unless on Engineer's approval uniformity can be better achieved
without opacifier, between the vision and the spandrel panels. Polyester of Polyethylene
opacifier will not be acceptable.
C. Outward appearance of the reflective glass shall match existing glazing and to the architects
approval.
D. Reflective glass shall be manufactured by the Sputtered Process (AIRCO) and shall have
reflective layer vacuum deposited on the glass.
E. Annealed and toughened glass shall comply with requirements of Federal Specifications DD-
C-4516.
A. Double Glazing for aluminium windows on the building elevation as indicated on relevant
drawings comprise 6mm thick heat tempered glass, Phase 2 coated 6mm clear laminated
safety glass for the inner lite.
B. The two lites of glass shall be separated by 12mm spacer containing moisture absorbing
material. The unit shall be hermetically sealed with a primary rubber sealant on the spacer
bearing surfaces and a secondary sealant structurally bonding the two glass lites to the unit
spacer.
C. Glazing shall be in fire resistant frames - glass retaining beads shall be incombustible -
glazing sealant
D. Spandrel panels for curtain walling (indicated SP on the Drawings) shall be single glazed as
190.02 with 50mm thick (minimum) mineral fibre or rock wool fibre panel fixed to frame
behind glass. DO NOT use any adhesive between glass panel and fibre panel. The exterior
appearance and colour of the spandrel panel shall be as for the double glazed vision panels
(marked VP on drawings) of the curtain walling glass.
A. Stainless Steel: Grade and type designated below for each form required:
B. Glass Lites
1. Glass lites used in glass assemblies fixed with spider fittings shall be fully tempered
and heat soak tested,
2. Glass lites used for glass assemblies fixed with spider fittings and used for sill glazing
(800mm and below from adjoining finish floor or ground level) shall be labelled as
safety glass as specified in this Section.
3. Heat soak testing shall involve minimum four cycles of exposing to temperature and
cooling. Temperature and time period for exposure shall be determined by glass
manufacturer and testing agency. Heat soak testing shall be conducted in
manufacturer’s premises in the attendance of the technical representative of the testing
and inspection agency and of the Engineer.
4. Manufacturer of glass is to provide warranty against spontaneous breakage of glass for
the same period specified in this Section.
5. Erect cutting, holes and openings in glass and edge treatment of lites prior to
tempering.
C. Glass Fins: Fully tempered glass, heat soak tested, polished ground edges, 19mm thick.
D. Spider Fittings
1. Manufacturer’s proprietary bracket and bolt assembly made of cast austenitic stainless
steel, alloy 304, to safely support the panel and allow transmission of load to the
structural support or structural glass fin. Provide all compatible necessary fixing
accessories such as bushes, neoprene or pre-cured silicon gaskets and spring plates.
a. Stainless steel castings to be manufactured by the lost wax investment casting
method. Machined or welded assemblies will not be acceptable.
b. Slip Joint Linings, Sleeves and Shims: Stainless steel sleeve spacers and or
suitable bearing pads, as required, to insure free noiseless movement between
surfaces where expansion and deflection movements are intended. Provide ‘Eel
Slip’, ‘Nylatron’ or high impact polystyrene shims or pads or equivalent plastic
units or sizes and thicknesses (minimum 1.5mm except 3mm for ‘Eel Slip’)
recommended by the manufacturer to permanently prevent ‘freeze up’ of joints.
c. Stainless Steel Finish: Unless otherwise indicated on Drawings, directional
Polish AISI No. 6 finish.
E. Fabrication: Fabricate spider glass partition system according to shop drawings. Fabricate
components that, when assembled, will have accurately fitted noiseless joints with ends
coped or mitered to produce hairline joints free of buffs and distortion. After fabrication,
clearly mark components to identify their locations in Project according to shop drawings.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine framing glazing, with the Installer present, for compliance with the following:
1. Manufacturing and installation tolerances, including those for size, squareness, and
offsets at corners.
2. Minimum required face or edge clearances.
3. Effective sealing between joints of glass-framing members.
B. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
3.2 PREPARATION
A. Clean glazing channels and other framing members receiving glass immediately before
glazing. Remove coatings not firmly bonded to substrates.
A. Comply with combined written instructions of manufacturer of glass, sealants, and other
glazing materials, unless more stringent requirements are indicated, including those in
referenced glazing publications.
C. Protect glass edges from damage during handling and installation. Remove damaged glass
from Project site and legally dispose of off Project site. Damaged glass is glass with edge
damage or other imperfections that, when installed, could weaken glass and impair
performance and appearance.
D. Apply primers to joint surfaces where required for adhesion of sealants, as determined by
preconstruction sealant-substrate testing.
E. Install setting blocks in sill rebates, sized and located to comply with referenced glazing
publications, unless otherwise required by the glass manufacturer. Set blocks in thin course
of compatible sealant suitable for heel bead.
F. Do not exceed edge pressures stipulated by glass manufacturers for installing glass lites.
G. Provide spacers for glass lites where the length plus width is larger than 1270mm as follows:
1. Locate spacers directly opposite each other on both inside and outside faces of glass.
Install correct size and spacing to preserve required face clearances, unless gaskets
and glazing tapes are used that have demonstrated ability to maintain required face
clearances and to comply with system performance requirements.
2. Provide 3mm minimum bite of spacers on glass and use thickness equal to sealant
width. With glazing tape, use thickness slightly less than final compressed thickness of
tape.
H. Provide edge blocking where indicated or needed to prevent glass lites from moving
sideways in glazing channel, as recommended in writing by glass manufacturer and
according to requirements in referenced glazing publications.
I. Set glass lites in each series with uniform pattern, draw, bow, and similar characteristics.
J. All-Glass Entrances: Install walls, entrances and enclosures as specified and as detailed on
Drawings using experienced workmen. Set walls plumb, square and true and securely
anchored in place, maintain clearance between adjacent components with all joints siliconed
smooth. Remove excess sealants and glazing compounds and dirt from all-glass surfaces.
K. Glass Doors: Adjust doors and hardware to provide tight fit at contact points and smooth
operation. Lubricate hardware and other moving parts according to manufacturer’s
instructions. Doors are to operate smoothly, without rattle or bound conditions.
L. All windows shall be checked prior to glazing to make certain that the opening is square,
plumb and secure in order that uniform face and edge clearance are maintained. Inspect all
butt and face and edge clearances are maintained. Inspect all but and mitred joints. If these
joints are open, they shall be sealed with Sealant (A) prior to glazing. All ventilators shall be
properly adjusted. Maintain minimum face clearance between glass and sash, on both sides,
as outlined by the glass manufacturer.
M. All glass shall be accurately cut to required size from measurements taken at the building,
and follow glass bite requirements as outlined by the glass manufacturer.
N. All operating sashes shall be glazed in a closed position and not opened by any trade until
the glazing material has been properly cured.
O. Locate setting blocks in the sill member as recommended by the glass manufacturer. On
180ºC pivoting sash, follow recommendations of sash manufacturers. Setting blocks must be
set equidistant from centre line of the glass edge and 1.5mm less than full rebate width, and
high enough to provide the recommended bite and edge clearance.
P. Provide edge blocking for all glass sizes larger than 0.40s Sq.m. Provided 3mm minimum
bite of spacers on glass and use thickness equal to sealant width; except with sealant tape,
use integral shim thickness equal to designated face clearance. Edge block following glass
manufacturer's recommendations for proper location and Durometer of material.
Q. A full-sized detail of the glazing and metal system must be submitted for approval prior to
start of job. Metal die drawings are also required, when applicable. Placement of materials
must be shown on the detail. If sash from the fabricator differs from the submitted detail, the
principal parties must resolve differences before proceeding.
Any deviation from the approved mock-up shall be highlighted at the outset, and approval
obtained from the Engineers
R. All materials shall be used in accordance with the manufacturer's printed instructions. The
manufacturer's representative shall be present at the start of each job to review procedures
and instruct in sealant application.
A. Painted timber surrounds: ensure that suitable priming paint has been applied to rebates
before glazing with linseed oil putty. Also, ensure that rebates have been sealed with primer
and at least one undercoat before glazing with metal casement putty, flexible or non-setting
compound.
B. Varnished timber surrounds: ensure that rebates have been sealed as recommended by
compound manufacturer.
C. Stained timber surrounds: ensure that the first two coats of the specified finish have been
applied to rebates before glazing with metal casement putty, flexible or non-setting
compound. Apply additional sealer if and as recommended by compound manufacturer.
D. Timber beads: ensure that timber beads are sealed to match timber surround.
3.5 INSTALLATION
A. Installation - General
1. Do not begin glazing until all cleaning and repair of surrounding finished surfaces has
been completed.
2. Do not begin glass installation until rebates and glazing stops have been primed and
are thoroughly dry. Do not install glazing when ambient temperatures are too extreme
or when winds make handling of glass difficult.
3. Thoroughly clean glazing surfaces of glass.
4. All glass shall be clean cut: nipping to remove flares or to reduce oversize dimensions
will not be permitted.
Glass shall fit openings, allowing required clearance due to thermal expansion.
Openings to receive glass shall be perfectly square. Any opening out of square shall
be reported and corrected before glass is sized. Protect edges of glass from abrasion
with ground or masonry
5. Cut glass accurately to fit openings. Sizes of glass indicated on the Drawings are
approximate only, and the actual sizes required shall be determined by measuring the
frames to receive the glass. Size glass to permit required clearance and fit around full
perimeter of glass, as set forth by the glass manufacturer.
6. Install wire glass with any sag in wires turned to as to bow upwards.
7. Install mirrors plumb and in proper alignment. Mounting clips shall be fastened into
metal, concrete or concrete block, spaced as recommended by clip manufacturer.
8. Edge cover for single glazing:
1. The gasket shall be cut approximately 1.5mm per 1m longer than the respective
channel into which it will be inserted. Cut edges of gaskets at about a 45º angle so
that the top is longer than base.
2. In setting the gasket into the channel between the glass and removable stops, the
horizontal strips (head and sill) shall be set first, then the vertical (jamb) strips.
3. To avoid stretching of the gasket, first place the gasket into the corners and then into
the channel. Push the remaining gasket into the channel and finish with a roller. Roll
from the centre towards one corner. Return to the centre and roll towards the opposite
corner.
2. The sealant cavity pocket, formed by setting of the glazing stop, can then be filled to
the sight line with Sealant (A) or (B). The cap bead shall not exceed 1.5mm above the
sight line onto the glass surface. Prime surfaces as required by sealant manufacturer,
taking care to protect surfaces that do not require primer.
3. Tool exposed surfaces of glazing sealant at point of contact. Actual dimensions of the
sealant cavity will depend on design. Consult sealant manufacturer.
E. Mirror Fixing
G. Putty Fronting
1. Timber surrounds: secure glass with glaziers springs or cleats not more than 440mm
apart.
2. Metal surrounds: secure glass with spring clips or cleats as provided for or
recommended by the surround manufacturer.
3. Back putty: of regular thickness, not less than 2mm.
4. Fronting: from neat triangular fillet, stopping 2mm short of sight line. Lightly brush
surface to seal putty to glass.
3.6 PROTECTION
A. Remove and replace glass that is broken, chipped, cracked, abraded, or damaged in any
way, including natural causes, accidents, and vandalism, during construction period.
B. If the work progress and programming require that glazing is carried out prior to completing
the finish work of adjacent surfaces, the Contractor shall provide full protection to glass (and
mirror surfaces).
C. All glass shall be protected from damage until acceptance of the building and if broken or
defective, shall be removed and replaced with glass of special type.
D. The Contractor may, at his own option, carry glass breakage insurance, but failure to carry
proper insurance in no way relieves him or his responsibility in this regard.
E. Do not mark 'X' or any other figures on glass. All glazed openings shall be identified with
markers such as tapes of flags that are not in contact with the glass, but which are held in
position away from the glass and attached to the framing members.
F. All glass shall be examined on a monthly basis during the Period of Maintenance to detect
any formation of staining and/or etching. If staining or etching is noticeable, notify Engineer
immediately for determination or proper remedial procedures. Plaster, mortar, paint spatter
or any other coating shall be removed immediately after contact and shall not be permitted to
collect or remain on glass surface.
H. Flexible glazing compound and putties with modified unpainted life to be sealed as
recommended by their manufacturers.
I. Putty fronting: leave all opening light in closed position until putty has set sufficiently to
prevent displacement of glass.
J. Failure to protect finished work shall always be the responsibility of the Contractor.
3.7 CLEANING
A. Cleaning of glass and mirror surface is the responsibility of the Contractor. Cleaning shall be
carried out strictly to the written cleaning instruction of the manufacturer and the approval of
the Engineer.
B. Remove all labels excess glazing compound, stains and spots from glass on completion of
glazing.
C. Remove all rubbish and debris from the site at the end of each day’s work. Clean compound
smears and stains from adjacent surfaces as the work progresses.
D. At the completion of the entire job, all glass surfaces shall be thoroughly cleaned and washed
by professional window cleaners, using mild soap solution, soft bristle brushes and clean,
clear water.
E. Plastics (Polycarbonate): Remove dirt and grime from plastic sheets using a tepid soap or
detergent solution. Remove fresh paint grease and glazing compounds using solvents
recommended by the sheet manufacturer.
F. The Engineer reserves the right to order the removal and replacement of glass and mirror
panels, which do not meet the standards. The cost of such replacement shall be borne by
the Contractor.