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THE SPECIFICATION SECTION IN THE CONTRACT

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[DIVISION 8: DOORS AND WINDOWS]{.underline}

SECTION 08120 ‑ ALUMINUM DOORS AND FRAMES

USE: Furnishing and installing aluminum doors and frames.

**NOTES TO SPECIFIER:**

A. Options within paragraphs are identified by enclosure in brackets;
blank spaces enclosed by brackets \[\_\_\_\_\_\] provide for information
to be inserted, as appropriate, to individual projects.

B. **TO AVOID CONFLICTING REQUIREMENTS AND COSTLY MISTAKES,** the
specifier must edit (delete, substitute or add to the text). The
remaining paragraphs must be renumbered.

C. DELETE FOR FINAL COPY: Notes to the Specifier, located between lines
of asterisks; all \[brackets\], [underlining]{.underline}, **boldface**,
and *italics*, within the paragraphs; and this page. (Open Reveal Codes
\[alt F3\] to do this accurately.)

D. [To Edit "(Footer B)":]{.underline} (Corel 8). **ENTIRE FOOTER SHOULD
BE BOLDED.** Click in the footer and delete the "Project Name (ftr B)"
text and replace it with the **Name of the Project (upper and lower
case)**. Replace date with current MM/YY (WITHOUT BRACKETS).

E. The Guide Specifications are intended to be continuously reviewed and
revised. User's technical comments are appreciated. Also, other related
or similar specification that are written "from scratch" that could
benefit others, or other questions can be sent to NSTC A/E Group, ST
110, or call (303) 987-6868.

**DRAWING DATA REQUIRED:**

**REQUIRED SPEC MODIFICATIONS:**

[GENERAL NOTES]{.underline}

A. Whenever entire articles, paragraphs or subparagraphs are not
applicable, the articles, paragraphs or subparagraphs should be deleted;
when necessary, reletter or renumber articles, paragraphs or
subparagraphs.

B. THIS GUIDE IS NOT INTENDED AS A SUBSTITUTE FOR READING THE ENTIRE
SECTION.

[TECHNICAL NOTES]{.underline}

A. 1.1B: Select or add applicable specification sections. Do not list
specification sections from Division 8.

B. 1.2: Select or add applicable references.

C. 1.3A: Select applicable section.

D. 1.3B: Insert number of copies of the manufacturer\'s descriptive
literature required. Normally 5 copies are required. Distribution after
review is normally 1 copy to the COR, 3 copies to the Contractor, and 1
copy to the project file.

E. 1.3C: Insert number of copies of the manufacturer\'s installation
instructions required. Normally 5 copies are required. Distribution
after review is normally 1 copy to the COR, 3 copies to the Contractor,
and 1 copy to the project file.

F. 1.3D: Insert number of copies of the manufacturer\'s maintenance
instructions required. Normally 5 copies are required. Distribution
after review is normally 1 copy to the COR, 3 copies to the Contractor,
and 1 copy to the project file.

G. 1.3E: Insert number of copies of shop drawings required. Normally 5
copies are required. Distribution after review is normally 1 copy to the
COR, 3 copies to the Contractor, and 1 copy to the project file.

H. 2.2C: Select applicable specification section.

I. 2.3C: Select applicable specification section.

J. 4.1 and 4.2: When a \"lump sum\" Contract is used, delete the title
PART 4: MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT, and both articles from this
specification section. Measurement and payment will be addressed in Part
4 of Section 01010.

**REVISIONS OF THIS SECTION:**

CSI format, editorial changes: 12/01

Metric:

Technical Update: 07/92

SECTION 08120

ALUMINUM DOORS AND FRAMES

[PART 1: GENERAL]{.underline}

1.1 SUMMARY:

A. Section Includes: Furnishing and installing aluminum doors and
frames.

1.2 REFERENCES:

A. American Society for Testing and Materials:

ASTM A 36/A36M-90 Structural Steel

ASTM B 209‑90 Aluminum and Aluminum‑Alloy Sheet and Plate

ASTM B 209M-90 Aluminum and Aluminum‑Alloy Sheet and Plate (Metric)

ASTM B 221‑91 Aluminum and Aluminum‑Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire,
Shapes and Tubes

ASTM B 221M E1-90 Aluminum and Aluminum‑Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire,
Shapes and Tubes (Metric)

B. National Association of Architectural Metal Manufacturers:

NAAMM Metal Finishes Manual for Architectural Metals and Metal Products
‑ 1975.

1.3 SUBMITTALS:

A. General: Submittal shall be according to \[Section 01009 - General
Information and Requirements.\] \[and\] \[Section 01300 - Submittals.\]
\[and\] \[Section 01365 - Certificates of Conformance.\]

B. Manufacturer\'s Literature: Submit \[[ ]{.underline}\] copies of the
manufacturer\'s descriptive data for the aluminum doors and frames to be
used on this project.

C. Installation Instructions: Submit \[[ ]{.underline}\] copies of the
manufacturer\'s descriptive data for the aluminum doors and frames to be
used on this project.

D. Maintenance Instructions: Submit \[[ ]{.underline}\] copies of the
manufacturer\'s maintenance instructions for the aluminum doors and
frames to be used on this project.

E. Shop Drawings: Submit \[[ ]{.underline}\] copies of shop drawings for
the aluminum doors and frames to be used on this project.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE:

A. Failure Criteria: Not limited to the following:

1\. Frame loosening from wall anchorage.

2\. Door loosening from frame due to failure of hinge anchorage.

3\. Door hardware loosening or breaking.

1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING:

A. Packing and Shipping: Prior to shipment from the factory, finished
surfaces of aluminum shall receive a protective covering. Covering shall
not chip, peel, or flake due to temperature or weather, and shall
protect against discoloration and surface damage from transportation,
storage, and construction activities. Covering shall be readily
removable without affecting the finish. Covering shall be either
adhesive paper, waterproof tape or strippable plastic.

B. Storage and Protection: Provide spaces in dry locations with adequate
ventilation, free from dust or water, which permit easy access for
inspection and handling. Store materials neatly on the floor, properly
stacked on nonabsorptive strips or wood platforms. Do not cover doors
and frames with tarps, polyethylene film or similar coverings.

1.6 MAINTENANCE:

A. Tools: After installation of hardware, furnish adjusting tools.

[PART 2: PRODUCTS]{.underline}

2.1 MATERIALS:

A. Anchors: Stainless steel or steel with a hot‑dipped galvanized
finish. Provide anchors on the backs of subframes of manufacturer\'s
standard sizes and shapes for securing aluminum frames to adjacent
construction. Securely anchor transom bars at ends and mullions at head
and sill. Where indicated on drawings, reinforce at vertical mullions of
sufficient length to extend up to the overhead structural slab or
framing and secure thereto. Place anchors near top and bottom of each
jamb and at intermediate points not more than 25 inches apart. Anchor
bottom of each frame to rough floor construction with 3/32 inch thick
stainless steel angle clips secured to back of each jamb and to floor
construction; use stainless steel bolts and expansion rivets for
fastening clip anchors.

B. Weatherstripping: Shall be a continuous wool pile type, silicone
treated weatherstripping, or a type weatherstripping recommended by the
door manufacturer, on stiles and rails of exterior doors. Attach
weatherstripping to aluminum holders and fit into slots which are
integral with doors or frame stops. Provide weatherstripping easy to
replace without special tools, and adjustable at meeting rails of pairs
of doors. Installation shall allow doors to swing freely and close
positively.

C. Aluminum‑Alloy: Aluminum doors and frames shall consist of extruded
shapes and sheet material. Extrusions shall be according to ASTM B 221,
Alloy 6063‑T5. Aluminum sheets and strip shall be according to ASTM B
209; alloy and temper best suited for purpose. Provide hard aluminum or
stainless steel screws, nuts, washers, rivets, and other miscellaneous
fastening devices.

D. Aluminum Paint: As recommended by aluminum door manufacturer.

2.2 MANUFACTURED UNITS:

A. Doors and Frames: Shall be swing type aluminum doors and frames at
locations indicated and of size shown on drawings, complete with frames,
framing members, subframes, transoms, adjoining sidelights, trim, and
other accessories indicated. Standard manufacturers narrow stile with
1‑3/4 inch x 4 inches (or 4‑1/2 inches) frame.

B. Sizes, Clearances, and Edge Treatment: Doors shall be the type, size,
and design indicated and not less than 1‑3/4 inch thick. Door sizes
shown are nominal and shall include standard clearances as follows: 1/16
inch at hinge stiles, 1/8 inch at lock stiles and top rails, and 3/16
inch at floors and thresholds. Bevel single‑acting doors 1/8 inch at
lock, hinge, and meeting stile edges. Double‑acting doors shall have
rounded edges at hinge stile, lock stile, and meeting stile edges.

C. Full Glazed Stile and Rail Doors: Doors shall have narrow stile and
rails as shown; fabricate from extruded aluminum hollow seamless tubes
or from a combination of open‑shaped members interlocked or welded
together. Fasten top and bottom rail together by means of welding or by
1/2 inch diameter cadmium‑plated or other methods in the top rail to
allow for minor clearance adjustments after installation. provide
extruded aluminum snap‑in glazing beads on interior side of doors.
Provide extruded aluminum theft‑proof snap‑in glazing beads or fixed
glazing beads on exterior or security side of doors. Glazing beads shall
have vinyl insert glazing gaskets. Design glazing beads to receive glass
of thickness shown. Glass is specified in Section \[08814 ‑ Laminated
Glass\] \[08815 ‑ Insulating Glass\] \[08818 ‑ Wire Glass\].

2.3 FABRICATION:

A. Requirements: Aluminum frames to receive doors transoms and adjoining
sidelights shall be fabricated of extruded aluminum shapes to the
contours approximately as shown on drawings. Minimum metal wall
thickness: 1/8 inch except glazing beads, moldings, and trim not less
than 1/2 inch. Frames that shall receive fixed glass shall have
removable glass stops and glazing beads. Mill joints in frame members to
a hairline watertight fit, reinforce and either weld along concealed
lines of contact or secure mechanically.

B. Hardware: Is specified in Section 08708 ‑ Finish Hardware. Hardware
templates and physical hardware (exclusive of field applied hardware)
shall be provided to the door manufacturer for use in fabrication of
aluminum doors and frames. Cut, reinforce, drill, and tap doors and
frames at the factory to receive template hardware. Provide doors to
receive surface‑applied hardware. Provide metal for hardware
reinforcements of stainless steel, or steel with a hot‑dipped galvanized
finish, and secure by welding or stainless steel screws. Where locations
of hardware are not shown, the requirements of Section 08708 ‑ Finish
Hardware, shall apply.

C. Glazing: Glazing of aluminum doors \[transoms\] \[sidelights\] is
specified in Section \[08814 ‑ Laminated Glass\] \[08815 ‑ Insulating
Glass\] \[08818 ‑ Wire Glass\]. Provide tamperproof glazing beads
designed to be attached without using exposed fasteners. Doors and
frames shall be shipped without glass lights for glazing on site.

D. Shop Finish: Where Section 09999 ‑ Color Schedule, calls for clear
finish, aluminum shall have a AA‑M10‑C22‑A41 clear anodized finish
according to the requirements of NAAMM\'s Metal Finishes Manual, or
aluminum shall have a AA‑M10‑C22‑A42 medium bronze color anodized
finish. Finish shall match in appearance or fall within the two extremes
of color range of approved samples.

E. Structural Steel: Shall be according to ASTM A 36.

PART 3: EXECUTION

3.1 PREPARATION:

A. Wall Openings: Shall be sized and positioned, plumb and level with
door frame anchorage reinforcing rigidly in place. Set frames and
framing members to receive doors, transoms and adjoining sidelights
accurately in position, plumb, square, level, and in alignment. Securely
anchor frames to adjacent construction as shown on drawings and
according to the manufacturer\'s printed instructions. Seal
metal‑to‑metal joints between framing members as specified in Section
07920 ‑ Sealants and Caulking. Hang doors accurately with specified
clearances and with hardware.

3.2 INSTALLATION:

A. Welding: Where possible, locate welds on unexposed surfaces.
Carefully select welds on exposed surfaces smoothly dressed. Carefully
select welding rods, filler wire, and flux to produce a uniform texture
and color in finished work. Remove flux and spatter from surfaces
immediately after welding. Weld concealed reinforcements for hardware in
place as specified herein.

B. Fastening: Exposed screws or bolts will be permitted only at
inconspicuous locations, and shall have heads contersunk. Use
countersunk stainless steel Phillips head screws for exposed fastenings
spaced not more than 12 inches on centers.

C. Interface with Other Products: Where aluminum surfaces come in
contact with metals other than stainless steel, zinc, or white bronze of
small area, keep aluminum surfaces from direct contact with incompatible
metals by one or a combination of the following methods:

1\. Painting the dissimilar metal with one coat of heavy‑bodied
bituminous paint.

2\. Applying a good quality sealant or calking material between the
aluminum and the dissimilar metal. See Section 07920 ‑ Sealants and
Caulking.

3\. Painting the dissimilar metal with a prime coat of zinc‑chromate
primer, or other suitable primer, followed by one coat of aluminum paint
or other suitable protective coating, excluding those containing lead
pigmentation.

4\. Use of a nonabsorptive tape or gasket in permanently dry locations.

5\. Paint dissimilar metals used in locations where drainage from them
passes over aluminum as specified in above, to prevent staining of
aluminum.

6\. Aluminum surfaces in contact with mortar, concrete, or other masonry
materials shall be given one coat of a heavy‑bodied bituminous paint.

7\. Aluminum surfaces in contact with wood or other similarly absorptive
materials, which may become repeatedly wet, and aluminum surfaces in
contact with treated wood, shall be given two coats of aluminum paint or
one coat of heavy‑bodied bituminous paint. In lieu of painting the
aluminum, the Contractor shall have the option of painting the wood and
other absorptive surfaces with two coats of aluminum paint, and sealing
the joints with sealant compound.

3.3 ADJUSTING:

A. Hardware: After erection and glazing, adjust hardware to operate
properly.

3.4 CLEANING:

A. Materials: Upon completion of installation, thoroughly clean surfaces
of doors and frames according to the recommended procedure of the door
manufacturer.

[PART 4: MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT]{.underline}

4.1 METHOD OF MEASUREMENT:

A. Units: The work described in this section will not be measured for
payment.

4.2 BASIS OF PAYMENT:

A. Payment: No direct payment for the work described under this section
will be made. The Contractor shall include consideration for this item
in the bid price for other items of the Contract.

END OF SECTION