SECTION 08 5668 BULLET-RESISTANT STAINLESS STEEL TRANSACTION WINDOWS This section includes editing notes to assist the user in editing the section to suit project requirements. These notes are included as hidden text, and can be revealed or hidden by one of the following methods: Microsoft Word 2013: Display the FILE tab on the ribbon, click OPTIONS, then DISPLAY. Select of deselect HIDDEN TEXT. Microsoft Word 2010: Display the FILE tab on the ribbon, click OPTIONS, then on left menu click on DISPLAY. Under ALWAYS SHOW THESE select or deselect HIDDEN TEXT. Corel WordPerfect: From the pull-down menus select VIEW, then select or deselect the HIDDEN TEXT option. This master specification section has been prepared by ARMORTEX for use in the preparation of a project specification section covering bullet-resistant stainless steel transaction window assemblies. ARMORTEX stainless steel transaction window assemblies are available in Ballistic Levels 1 through 8. The following should be noted in using this specification: Hypertext links to specific websites are included after manufacturer names and names of organizations whose standards are referenced within the text, to assist in product selection and further research. Hypertext links are contained in parenthesis and shown in blue, e.g.: () Optional text requiring a selection by the user is enclosed within brackets, e.g.: "Section [09 0000.] [_____.]" requiring user input are enclosed within brackets, e.g.: "Section [_____ - ________]." Optional paragraphs are separated by an "OR" statement, e.g.: **** OR **** Sustainable requirements are included for projects requiring LEED certification, and are included as green text. For additional information on LEED, visit the U.S. Green Building Council website at . For assistance on the use of the products in this section, contact ARMORTEX by calling 800-880-8306, by email at , or visit their website at . GENERAL SUMMARY Edit the following paragraphs to include only those items specified in this section. Section Includes: Bullet-resistant stainless steel transaction window assemblies. Coordinate the following paragraphs with other sections in the project manual. Related Sections: Division 01: Administrative, procedural, and temporary work requirements. REFERENCES American Welding Society (AWS) () D1.6/D1.6M - Structural Welding Code - Stainless Steel.
Contract Documents are based on products by ARMORTEX, 5926 Corridor Parkway, Schertz, Texas, 800-880-8306, . Edit the following to indicate whether or not substitutions will be permitted for the products in this section. Substitutions: [Under provisions of Division 01.] [Not permitted.] MATERIALS Stainless Steel Sheet: ASTM A666, cold rolled, free from scale, pitting, coil breaks, and other surface defects. Insert percent of recycled content for in the following paragraph; contact ARMORTEX to verify current recycled content availability. Recycled content: Minimum [__] percent, with minimum [__] percent classified as post consumer. Include the following for Ballistic Level 4 through 8 windows. Ballistic Steel: Hi-Hard Ballistic Steel, of UL Ballistic Level equal to specified frame ballistic protection level. Glazing: UL Listed [laminated [glass/polycarbonate composite.] [Glass-clad polycarbonate.] polycarbonate.] [Acrylic polycarbonate composite.] [_____.] Bottom edge of glazing panel provided with 18 gage stainless steel cap. FABRICATION Frames: Edit the following to suit project requirements. Frames requiring Ballistic 4 though 8 require ballistic steel cores. Fabricate from 12 gage stainless steel [lined with ballistic steel.] Weld frame corners; knock-down and mechanical joints not acceptable. Frame modules capable of being joined with other frame modules to form continuous line. Include the following for “C” channel windows. Install glass in frames at factory. Shelf: Minimum 2 inches thick with recessed dip tray, full width of window x minimum 12 inches deep, centered under glazing, covered with [[black] [____] high pressure laminate.] [18 gage stainless steel.] Dip Tray: Model RMDT1016, 16 gage stainless steel, 10 x 16 inches to outside edge of flanges, clear 1-5/8 inch open depth under glazing. Welding: In accordance with AWS D1.6/D1.6M. exposed welds flush and smooth. Finish work neat and free from defects. Allowable Tolerances: Plus or minus 1/16 inch for frame opening width, height, diagonal dimensions, and overall width and height (outside to outside). FINISHES