Facade Technical Specification-Rev0

TECHNICAL FAÇADE
SPECIFICATION
For the Fulfillment of
Lyceum of the Philippines University Town

Phase 1
Brgy. Cabantian, Buhangin
Davao City, Philippines
Prepared in Behalf of
Dr. Peter Laurel
7th Floor Lyceum of the Philippines
109 LP Leviste St. Salcedo Village
Makati City
Doc. No. [FTS-63/2-01-01_0]

Revision Date Prepared Checked Approved
0 9 March 2017 WS WS NK
N/A -- Initials then Sign Initials then Sign Initials then Sign
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Table of Contents
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Table of Contents .......................................................................................................................1
1. GENERAL ...........................................................................................................................3
1.1. Project Overview...........................................................................................................3
1.2. System Description .......................................................................................................3
1.3. Building Sustainability and Environmental Considerations ..........................................4
1.4. Related Works and Interface with other Trades ...........................................................4
1.5. Façade Contractor’s Scope of Works ............................................................................5
1.6. Standards Compliant with Standards ...........................................................................6
1.7. Submittals...................................................................................................................11
1.8. Qualifications ..............................................................................................................19
1.9. Performance and Testing Requirements ....................................................................19
1.10. Quality Assurance .......................................................................................................24
1.11. Regulatory Requirements ...........................................................................................26
1.12. Spare Materials ...........................................................................................................26
1.13. Testing ........................................................................................................................27
1.14. Delivery, Storage, and Handling .................................................................................33
1.15. Warranty .....................................................................................................................33
1.16. Others .........................................................................................................................35
2. PRODUCTS ........................................................................................................................35
2.1. General .......................................................................................................................35
2.2. Certification ................................................................................................................35
2.3. Materials .....................................................................................................................36
3. EXECUTION .......................................................................................................................47
3.1. Site Examination .........................................................................................................47
3.2. Installation Preparatory Works ...................................................................................47
3.3. Installation ..................................................................................................................48
3.4. Site QA/QC .................................................................................................................51
3.5. Protection and Cleaning .............................................................................................51
3.6. Façade System Maintenance ......................................................................................51
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4. APPENDIX .........................................................................................................................53
A. Project Wall Types ......................................................................................................53
B. Project Wind Load Chart.............................................................................................58
C. Materials and Finishes Schedule .................................................................................63
D. Proposed Façade System Material List .......................................................................64
E. Contractor Checklist/Guide ........................................................................................65
1. GENERAL
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1.1. Project Overview
LPU University Town – Phase 01 is a School building having 5 storeys and is owned by Lyceum of the
Philippines. The project is situated in Brgy. Cabantian, Buhangin, Davao City has an area of
approximately 17.26 hectares. Its main entrance can be accessed through the Maharlika Highway, a
main thoroughfare, which also leads to the nearby airport.. Parties involved in the fulfillment of this
project are as follows:
Architect CASAS + Architects

Structural Sy² & Associates
Construction Manager Design Coordinates, Inc.
Quantity Surveyor ARCADIS
Electrical RAMP
Mechanical Rj Calpo & Partners
Plumbing & Fire Protection NBF Consulting Corp
Site mobilization starts on January 2017 and is scheduled to be finished on 28 February 2018
1.2. System Description
In general, the proposed description of the façade system/s to be used in this project shall be:
• WT-01 – 300 MM Aerofoil Louvers at Ground Floor;

Wall system comprised of aluminum extruded aerofoil louvers spaced at 300 mm oc and
having a width of 300mm. This wall system is supported by steel subframing.
• WT-02 – Single Aerobrise Louver;
Wall system comprised of aluminum extruded aerobrise (“half aerofoil”) louvers. This wall
system provides additional heat mitigation by covering the typical glass windows of levels 2 to
4. This wall system is supported by steel subframing.
• WT-03 – Perforated Shade Panels;
Wall system comprised of patterned exterior panels. This wall system also provides additional
heat mitigation by covering the typical glass windows of levels 2 to 4. This wall system is
supported by steel subframing.
• WT-04 – Typical Z-profile (Performance) Louvers;
Wall system comprised of extruded Z-shaped aluminum performance louvers. This wall covers
the 5th floor of both buildings and acts as ventilation for curtainwall cladded areas (staircases).
The purpose of the Z-profile louvers is to provide sufficient wind and water protection while
allowing the surrounding land be viewed in the interiors. This wall system is supported by steel
framing.
• WT-05 – Window Wall System
Wall system comprised of Ribbon-type Curtainwall supported from slab to slab. This wall type
acts as provision for further expansion of the building along the North Elevation.
• WT-06 – Typical Glass Windows;
Wall system with 6mm thk FT clear glass and aluminum subframing. Joints are dry glazed. An
opening typically comprises of operable and fixed lites.
• WT-07 – Stick-type Curtainwall; and
Wall system with typical 8mm thk FT clear glass for bigger lites (1.2m x 1.2m) and 6mm thk
clear glass for smaller lites (0.6m x 1.2m). The system is supported by aluminum mullions and
transoms with operable panels located at staircase landings. Joints are dry glazed with
aluminum capping. 4
• WT-08 – Glazed Shopfronts
Ground level shop fronts having the same system as the window wall system with exceptions
of few frameless doors and fixed side & header glass.
• RF-01 – 300 MM Aerofoil Louvers at Roof Canopy.
Architectural feature at the roof reflected as a sunshade/canopy. It has the same extrusions as
the 300MM aerofoil louvers but mounted on a cantilever steel frame design by the structural
engineer.
See Wall Types as reflected in Appendix A and the details as shown in the Façade Drawings of the
Tender Drawing Package.
The items listed below are deemed to be not included in the façade works described in this
specification:
• Concrete and other load bearing external walls;

• Column and Canopy Cladding;
• Glass canopies;and
• Cashier Windows at Ground Floor.
1.3. Building Sustainability and Environmental Considerations
This project is not considered to be designed, constructed and operated in accordance to LEED
requirements program. In case other sustainability and environmental considerations are required,
specification concerning to this requirement shall be obtained from a separate client endorsed
consultant specializing in this matter.
1.4. Related Works and Interface with other Trades
The façade contractor and its work shall comply with the contract documents for the main building
works, the approved drawings, and the main programme.
It is the responsibility of the façade contractor to provide the client and its representative a
comprehensive or detailed schedule as well as to ensure that all façade related activities be
coordinated with the works listed below:
• Main Structure Concrete Works;
• Main and Peripheral (not included in the scope) Steel works;
• Concrete Waterproofing;
• Sheet Metal Roofing and Roofdecking;
• Building Maintenance Unit;
• Fireproofing;
• Plumbing;
• Doors and Frames not included in the scope;
• Gypsum Plasterboard;
• Floor Tiling and Finishing;
• Landscaping;
• Exterior Lighting (if not included in scope);
• Building Security;
• Lightning Protection;
• Blockwork.
The works listed may not represent all trades needing proper coordination with the façade contractor.
In such case, the façade contractor shall be held liable for instigating the needed coordination. 5
1.5. Façade Contractor’s Scope of Works
In general, the façade contractor is responsible for the contract guaranties, management, insurances,
labor, equipment, materials, and services needed to fully execute the manufacture, assembly,
logistics, reproduction of shop drawings, courier services, and installation of all façade related works
as stipulated in the contract documents.
Specifically, the façade contractor’s work includes:
• Shop Drawings together with Engineering Calculations;
• Erection Drawings;
• Material Sample Submission and Related Tests;
• Extruded Aluminum Framing for the Curtainwall System;
• External Architectural Features as listed in Section 1.2 of this specification;
• Provision for and Coordination of Tie Back Anchors;
• Anchors, Brackets, and other Connecting Materials to the Main Structure;
• Miscellaneous Steel Necessary to Support the Façade;
• All necessary materials to ensure air & water tightness of the façade (e.g. sealants, backing
material, vents, weeps, gutters, end dams, etc…);
• Field Testing and all related Materials, Equipment, and Tools;
• Protection of Façade Related Materials from Assembly until it is handed over;
• Removal of Protection and Final Cleaning of Finished Works.
All works stated above must conform with the requirements of the contract, generally and in special
conditions, together with the approved drawings and other related contract documents.
It is the façade contractor’s responsibility to come up with working façade system and treat
Architectural Drawings only as guides. Furthermore, design drawings may differ through the different
stages of the project, depending on the requirements.
The façade contractor has a responsibility to submit all requirements on time, to have sufficient
manufacturing capability, and to provide the necessary machinery & skilled manpower for the project
to be completed on time and with the approved quality.
Any discrepancies or inconsistencies between the drawings and specifications must be brought up
during the tender stage.
Glass thickness and appearance of each glass type must be consistent throughout the project
including the spares or attic stock.
The façade contractor has a responsibility to thoroughly check site measurements including
plumbness and squareness prior to the acceptance of the structure- leading to the installation. In case
any field condition exists, which may inhibit the installation, the façade contractor shall notify other
contractor and the client for the most appropriate action. It is also their responsibility to provide,
design, and supervise the installation cast-in embeds. In case post-installed anchors are to be used, it
shall be provided, designed, and installed by the façade contractor.
1.6. Standards Compliant with Standards
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All façade works described in this specification shall be compliant with the codes and standards as
outlined below.
1.6.1. Aluminum Association (AA)
AA DM-105 2005 Aluminum Design Manual
1.6.2. American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA)
Standard Test Method for Water Penetration of Windows,

AAMA 501.1-2005
Curtainwalls & Doors Using Dynamic Pressure
Quality Assurance and Diagnostic Water Leakage Field Check
AAMA 501.2-2009 of Installed Storefronts, Curtanwalls, and Sloped Glazing
Systems
Recommended Static Test Method for Evaluating Curtainwall
and Storefront System Subjected to Seismic and Wind Induced
AAMA 501.4/501.6-
Interstory Drifts & Recommended Dynamic Test Method for
2009
Determining the Seismic Drift Causing Glass Fallout from a Wall
System
AAMA 501.5 Test Method for Thermal Cycling of Exterior Walls
Voluntary Specification for Field Testing of Storefronts,
AAMA 503-03
Curtainwalls and Sloped Glazing Systems
Standard Practice for Determining the Thermal Performance
AAMA 507-2007 Characteristics of Fenestration System Installed in Commercial
Buildings
AAMA 609 & 610- Cleaning and Maintenance Guide for Architecturally Finish
2009 Aluminum
AAMA 800-2010 Voluntary Specifications and Test Methods for Sealants
Voluntary Test Method for Thermal Transmittance and
AAMA 1503-2004
Condensation Resistance of Windows, Doors and Glazed
Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements and Test
AAMA 2603-2002 Procedures for Pigmented Organic Coatings on Aluminum
Extrusions and Panels
Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements and Test
AAMA 2605-2005 Procedures for Superior Performing Organic Coatings on
Aluminum Extrusions and Panels
AAMA CW-DG-1-
Aluminum Curtain Wall Design Guide Manual
1996
AAMA CWG-1 Installation of Aluminum Window Walls
AAMA MCWM-1-
Metal Curtain Wall Manual
1989
Aluminum Store Front and Entrance Manual - AAMA Technical
AAMA SFM-1-1987
Reference Manual - Volume III (AAMA-III)
AAMA TIR-A11- Maximum Allowable Deflection of Framing Systems for Building
2004 Cladding Components at Design Wind Loads
1.6.3. American Concrete Institute (ACI)
Buiding Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and

ACI 318-08
Commentary
1.6.4. American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
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Safety Glazing Materials used in Buildings - Safety Performance
ANSI Z97.1-2004
Specifications and Methods of Test
1.6.5. American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC)
AISC 325-2005 Steel Construction Manual, Thirteenth Edition

AISC 360-10 Specification for Structural Steel Buildings, Fourth Printing
1.6.6. American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
ASCE 7-10 Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures
1.6.7. International Building Code (IBC)
IBC 2006 International Building Code
1.6.8. American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM)
ASTM A36/A36M-14 Standard Specification for Carbon Structural Steel

Standard Specification for Structural Bolts, Steel, Heat Treated,
ASTM A325-14
120/105 ksi Minimum Tensile Strength
Standard Specification for Structural Bolts, Alloy Steel, Heat
ASTM A490-14
Treated, 150 ksi Minimum Tensile Strength
Standard Specification for Cold-Formed Welded and Seamless
ASTM A500/A500M-13
Carbon Steel Structural Tubing in Rounds and Shapes
Standard Specification for Hot-Formed Welded and Seamless
ASTM A618/A618M-04
High-Strength Low-Alloy Structural Tubing
Standard Specification for Steel Sheet , Zinc-Coated
ASTM A653/A653M-08 (Galvanized) or Zinc-Iron Alloy-Coated (Galvannealed) by the
Hot-Dip Process
Standard Specification for Annealed or Cold-Worked Austenitic
ASTM A666-15
Steel Sheet, Strip, Plate, and Flat Bar
Standard Specification for Steel, Sheet, Cold-Rolled, Carbon,
ASTM A1008/A1008M-
Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy with Improved Formability,
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Solution Hardened, and Bake Hardenable
Standard Specification for Steel, Sheet, Cold-Rolled, Carbon,
ASTM A1011/A1011M-
Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy with Improved
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Formability,and Ultra High-Strength
ASTM B209/B209M- Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet
2007 and Plate
Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Bar,
ASTM B211-12
Rod, and Wire (Metric)
Specification for Elastomeric Cellular Preformed Gasket and
ASTM C509-06
Sealing Material
Standard Test Method for Adhesion-in-Peel of Elastomeric Joint
ASTM C794-06
Sealants
Standard Specification for Dense Elastomeric Compression
ASTM C864-05
Seal Gaskets, Setting Blocks, and Spacers
ASTM C920-14a Standard Specification for Elastomeric Joint Sealants
ASTM C1036-16 Standard Specification for Flat Glass
Standard Specification for Heat-Treated Flat Glass - Kind HS,
ASTM C1048-12e1
Kind FT Coated and Uncoated Glass
Standard Test Method for Determining Compatibility of Liquid-
ASTM C1087-16 Applied Sealants with Accessories Used in Structural Glazing 8
Systems
Standard test method for determining tensile adhesion
ASTM C1135-15
properties of structural sealants
ASTM C1172-14 Standard Specification for Laminated Architectural Glass
ASTM C1184-14 Standard Specification for Structural Silicone Sealants
Standard Test Method for Measuring the Steady-State Thermal
ASTM C1199-14
Transmittance of Fenestration Systems using Hot Box Methods
Standard Test Method for Determining the Outgassing Potential
ASTM C1253-14
of Sealant Backing
Standard Specification for Pyrolytic and Vacuum Deposition
ASTM C1376-15
Coatings on Glass
ASTM C1401-14 Standard Guide for Structural Sealant Glazing
Standard Practice for Calculation of Color Tolerances and Color
ASTM D2244-16
Differences from Instrumentally Measured Color Coordinates
Standard Practice for Testing Water Resistance Coating in
ASTM D2247-15
100% Relative Humidity
Standard Test Method for Resistance of Organic Coatings to
ASTM D2794-93(2010)
the Effects of Rapid Deformation (Impact)
Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of
ASTM E84-16
Building Materials
ASTM E119-16a Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials
Behavior of Materials in a Vertical Tube Furnace at 750
ASTM E136-16a
Degrees C
Standard Test Method for Determining Rate of Air Leakage
ASTM E283-04 through Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, and Doors Under
Specified Pressure Differences Across the Specimen
Standard Test Method for Structural Performance of Exterior
ASTM E330-14 Windows, Doors, Skylights and Curtain Walls by Uniform Static
Air Pressure Difference
Standard Test Method for Water Penetration of Exterior
ASTM E331-00 Windows, Skylights, Doors, and Curtain Walls by Uniform Static
Air Pressure Difference
ASTM E413-16 Standard Classification for Sound Transmission
Standard Test Methods for strength of anchors in concrete and
ASTM E488-15
masonry elements
Standard Test Method for Water Penetration of Exterior
ASTM E547-00 Windows, Skylights, Doors, and Window Walls by Cyclic Static
Air Pressure Difference.
Standard Test Method for Field Determination of Water
ASTM E1105-15 Penetration of Installed Exterior Windows, Skylights, Doors, and
Curtain Walls by Uniform or Cyclic Air Pressure Difference
Standard Practice for Determining Load Resistance of Glass in
ASTM E1300-16
Buildings
Cyclic Movement and Measuring the Minimum and Maximum
ASTM E1399-97
Joint width of Architectural Joints Systems
ASTM E1966-15 Standard Test Method for Fire-Resistive Joint Systems
ASTM E2174-14b Standard Practice for On-Site Inspection of Installed Fire Stops
ASTM E2188-10 Standard Test Method for Insulating Glass Unit Performance
Standard Specification for Insulating Glass Unit Performance
ASTM E2190-10
and Evaluation
Fire Tests of Perimeter Fire Barrier Systems Using
ASTM E2307-15be1
Intermediate-Scale, Multi-Story Test Apparatus
Standard Practice for Onsite Inspection of Installed Fire
ASTM E2393-10a(2015) 9
Resistive Joint Systems and Perimeter Fire Barriers
1.6.9. American Welding Society (AWS)
AWS D1.1/D1.1M:2015 Structural Welding Code-Steel

AWS D1.2/D1.2M:2014 Structural Welding Code-Aluminum
AWS C5.4:1993 Recommended practices for stud welding
AWS D1.6:2007 Structural Welding Code - Stainless Steel
1.6.10. Glass Association of North America (GANA)
GANA GANA Glazing Manual, 50th Anniversary Edition
1.6.11. Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI)
PCI Design Handbook Precast & Prestressed Concrete, 7th Edition
1.6.12. National Association of Architectural Metal Manufacturers (NAAMM)
NAAMM AMP 500-2006 Metal Finishes Manual
1.6.13. American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
Energy Standard for Building except Low Rise (Residential

ASHRAE 90.1 Building Require U-Factor and Solar Heat Gain and Specify
NFRC for Compliance
1.6.14. Euro Codes (BS/BS EN)
ISO Metric Precision Hexagon Bolts, Screws and Nuts.

BS 3692
Specification
Specification for ISO Metric Black Hexagon Bolts, Screws and
BS 4190
Nuts
Rubber used in preformed gaskets for weather exclusion from
BS 4255-1
buildings. Specification for on-cellular gaskets.
BS 476 Fire tests on Building Materials and Structures
Specification for Liquid Organic Coatings for Application to
Aluminium Alloy Extrusions, Sheet, and Pre-Formed Sections
BS 4842 for External Architectural Purposes, and for the Finish on
Aluminium Alloy Extrusions, Sheet and Pre-Formed Sections
Coated With Liquid Organic Coatings
BS 4873 Aluminum Windows
Structural fixings in concrete and masonry. Method of test for
BS 5080.1
tensile loading
Structural fixings in concrete and masonry. Method for
BS 5080.2
determination of resistance to loading in shear
BS 5713 Specification for hermetically sealed flat double glazing units
Loading for buildings. Code of practice for dead and imposed
BS 6399
loads
BS 8118 Structural Use of Aluminium. Code of practice for design
BS CP 118 The structural use of aluminium
Welding - Recommendations for Welding of Metallic Materials -
BS EN 1011-1 10
Part 1: General Guidance for Arc Welding
Welding - Recommendations for Welding of Metallic Materials -
BS EN 1011-3
Part 3: Arc Welding of Stainless Steels
Welding - Recommendations for Welding of Metallic Materials –
BS EN 1011-4
Part 4: Arc Welding of Aluminium and Aluminium Alloys
Continuously Hot Dip Metal Coated Steel Sheet and Strip.
BS EN 10143
Tolerances on Dimension and Shape
BS EN 1026 Windows and doors. Air permeability. Test method
BS EN 1027 Windows and doors. Watertightness. Test method
Windows and doors. Resistance to repeated opening and
BS EN 1191
closing. Test method
BS EN 1192 Doors. Classification of strength requirements
BS EN 12046-2 Operating forces. Test method. Doors
Glass in Building – Thermally Toughened Soda Lime Silicate
BS EN 12150
Safety Glass
BS EN 12207 Windows and doors. Air permeability. Classification
BS EN 12208 Windows and doors. Watertightness. Classification
BS EN 12210 Windows and doors. Resistance to wind load. Classification
BS EN 12211 Windows and doors. Resistance to wind load. Test method
BS EN 12217 Doors. Operating forces. Requirements and classification
Building hardware. Gasket and weatherstripping for doors,
BS EN 12365
windows, shutters and curtain walling.
BS EN 12600 Impact Performance of Glass
BS EN 1279 1-6 Glass in Building – insulating glass units.
BS EN 12758-1 Glass in building – glazing and airborne sound insulation
BS EN 1279 1-6 Glass in Building – insulating glass units.
BS EN 13022 Glass in building. Structural sealant glazing.
Curtain Walling. Watertightness. Laboratory test under dynamic
BS EN 13050
condition of air pressure and water spray
BS EN 14019 Curtain walling. Impact resistance. Performance requirements
BS EN 14179 Heat soaked thermally toughened soda lime silicate safety glass
Glass in building. Laminated glass and laminated safety glass.
BS EN 14449
Evaluation of conformity/product standard
BS EN 1863 Glass in Building – heat-strengthened soda lime silicate glass
Glass In Building - Determination of Luminous and Solar
BS EN 410
Characteristics of Glazing
BS EN 572-1..7 Glass in building - Basic soda lime silicate glass products
BS EN 62305-1 Protection Against Lightning - Part 1: General Principles
1.6.15. National/Local Standards
C101-10 National Structural Code of the Philippines 2010

GB Code The Philippine Green Building Code 2015
The above listed codes may have more updated releases. In such cases, please refer to superseding
releases.
In case codes listed above have contents overlapping each other, the most stringent standard shall
govern unless otherwise stated by the client. 11
1.7. Submittals
The Façade Contractor shall be required to submit the items listed in this section. It is stressed that all
these submittals be presented unto the client and all necessary members of the project team within
the prescribed date by the client or Project Manager.
It is expected that all submissions must be clear, on time, presentable, and of highest quality. It is also
expected that the design intention shall have one initial submission and one resubmission.
1.7.1. Tender
Timeframe: within 2-4 weeks upon invitation
The following documents shall be submitted by the prospective façade contractor at no cost or
obligation to the tendering body. No considerations shall be given to incomplete and late
submissions. Softcopies of all files listed below are to be provided.
a. Preliminary Design Shop Drawings (with the anchorage system), printed on A3 sheets
and readable, representative of all façade systems or wall types.
b. Structural calculations, printed on A4 sheets and readable, in conjunction with the shop
drawings mentioned above. This includes the derivation of loads, frame analysis, glass
& sealant analysis, connection checks, anchoring check, thermal analysis, and
peripheral framing system analysis.
c. Façade Works Programme for the design, approval, pertinent submissions, local
government consent and approval, testing, material procurement, fabrication and
assembly, installation, cleaning, and handover of the building envelope.
d. Outline of Quality Plan, conforming to ISO 9001, from Manufacturing to Handover
e. Materials Schedule together with its respective suppliers
f. Confirmation on providing warranties as required by this specification or as requested
by the Client
g. Preliminary method statement, including the needed storage area and equipment to be
used, for the supply and installation of façade systems or wall types
h. Preliminary Manpower & Equipment loading for the design and installation of building
envelope
i. Organizational chart of prospective contractor and curriculum vitae of all key staff
involved in the project
j. List of current and completed jobs, concerning building envelopes, within the past 5
years of the prospective contractor
k. Statement coming from the prospective Façade Contractor that they accept the
specification and will fully comply to its content as well as any related regulatory
requirements coming from the Authority.
1.7.2. Façade Works Programme

Timeframe: within 3 weeks upon award of contract
The programme (indicating links, duration, and float) shall include the following:
a. Shop drawings and structural calculation submission allowing 15 working days review
by the project team. Zoning (if applicable) shall be reflected.
b. Material Sample submission with time allowance for replacement if need be.
c. Visual Mockup and Performance Mock up Testing including the fabrication, assembly,
erection, test proper, dismantling, and submission of report (if applicable).
d. Material Procurement, Manufacturing, Assembly and Shipment to Site
e. Installation of cast-in anchors
f. Installation of building envelope
g. Cleaning 12
h. Handover
1.7.3. Material Samples

Timeframe: within 4 weeks upon award of contract
Façade Contractor must submit samples representative of actual materials to be used in the
project. These samples must be submitted together with Technical Data and Material Safety
Data Sheet (if applicable, for site safety requirement).
a. Glass types and finishes (5 pcs each - 300mm x 300mm sample) labeled with its type,
manufacturer name, manufacturer code, color, surface pattern, coatings, and tempering
b. Metal sheets and finishes (5 pcs each - 300mm x300mm sample) labeled with its
finishing type, alloy, manufacturer name, paint applicator name
c. Louver profile with correct finishing (5 pcs each – 300mm long) labeled with its finishing
type, alloy, manufacturer name, paint applicator name
d. Color samples (5 pcs each) for all sealants, gaskets, and other accessories
e. Anchoring to Concrete (5 pcs each type to be used, Cast-in or Post-Installed)
f. Proprietary Hardware (5 pcs each) for doors and operable sash
g. Miscellaneous materials (5 pcs each) such as insulating material, backing material,
interlayers, lightning protection
h. Typical fabrication and assemblies (e.g. kicker brackets) which shows welding, grinding,
fastening, and workmanship.
Timeframe: within 2 weeks upon completion of Mockup Testing or Visual Mockup (if no PMU)
After the Performance Mockup has been concluded and deemed to pass, the façade
contractor shall submit 5 sets of the following samples
a. Aluminum extrusion shapes with finish fastened to a sufficiently rigid board
b. Fasteners and connection materials labeled with alloy and finish fastened to a
sufficiently rigid board
c. Gaskets, shims, sealants, trims, flashing, air seals, foams, baffles, and other
miscellaneous items used in the PMU as part of the façade system. These are items,
labeled with their respective material name and/or brands, are to be fastened to a
sufficiently rigid board
Timeframe: within 2 weeks after installation or prior to installation

The façade contractor must submit material samples for repairing on site damages such as
scratches on finishing and glass, chips, and cracks.
1.7.4. Government Coordination Documents

Timeframe: within 60 days upon award of contract
The Façade Contractor shall submit to the local regulatory committee or the local municipality
the required documents needed to acquire their approval. It is suggested for the façade
contractor to inquire with the local municipality regarding the complete list of documents,
number of sets to be submitted, and the paper size in which it is to be printed on.
Additionally, the façade contractor shall provide copies of these documents to the Client,
Project Manager, and Consultant.
1.7.5. Performance Mockup (PMU) – NOT APPLICABLE

Timeframe: within 8-16 weeks upon award of contract, depending on the schedule and
complexity of the requirement
The Façade Contractor is required to submit the following items in relation to the design,
supply, manufacture, and erection of the Performance Mockup. 13
a. Complete scaled shop drawing of the façade and the steel chamber together with its
structural calculation.
b. Proposed test procedure sequence; credentials or brochure of testing laboratory (and its
compliance to ISO/IEC 17025:2005, “General Requirements for the Competence of
Testing and Calibration Laboratories” or equivalent); equipment to be used and
procedure for monitoring air pressure, water flow rates, and deflection
c. Excerpt from the Main Façade Programme focusing on the submittals, procurement,
fabrication, assembly, erection, test proper, and final report of the PMU
d. Final Conclusive Report of the PMU endorsed and certified by the testing laboratory
1.7.6. Shop Drawings

Timeframe: As discussed upon award of Project and completion of PMU (if applicable)
The Façade Contractor must provide a fully comprehensive, dimensioned and detailed shop
drawings indicating all set-out and adjacent work done by others. It must also include other
details not included in the manufacturer’s product data of all proprietary products.
Review of shop drawings shall be 10 working days upon receipt of each submission
and/or resubmission. Approval sought shall be of the member sizes, finishing and structural
adequacy only. Fabrication related approval shall not be rendered.
All resubmissions must indicate a revision cloud showing all alterations or modifications
requested by the approving party. Every correction or comment must be addressed and be
kept tallied using a separate comment reply sheet.
Any manufacturing or assembly works shall not be permitted until approval is given to all
relevant shop drawings and/or structural computation.
Shop drawings package, written in English language, must include the items listed below.
a. Drawing index sheet showing all drawing numbers and description of content.
b. General notes showing:
1) relevant codes and standards;
2) loading assumptions and other performance related criteria such as acoustics and
thermal properties;
3) tempering and properties of glass;
4) alloy and properties of metal;
5) material properties and specifications of other materials such as silicone, gasket,
foam baffles, backing material, flashing, etc…;
6) hardware schedule;
7) mechanical connection schedule including anchor bolts.
c. Elevations and plans for the entire building showing:
1) Scope of works for the façade;
2) Dimensions as to be reviewed and approved by the Project Architect
3) Critical dimensions of the façade and its components;
4) Zoning of the building;
5) Fire Access panel location, equipment opening, and other emergency exit
d. Setting-out of façade works, indicated on plans, sections and elevations, including the
following:
1) Reference points
2) Edge conditions
3) Tolerance (if any)
e. Tables showing scaled and dimensioned sections of extrusions and structural members
indicating their respective alloy, paint area, finish, and other pertinent specification. 14
f. All support and embedment to base structure

g. Movement joints and system tolerances
h. Assembly detail of all interfacing junctions, in isometric, and includes the following:
1) Sealing and fixing;
2) Exploded view of components; and
3) Interface into adjacent system, properly labeled.
i. Installation details such as:
1) Erection tolerances;
2) Holes and other items used for lifting, handing, and connecting other components’
3) Dimensioned set-out drawings and templates;
4) Required torque for fasteners and anchors;
5) Required forces for prestressing glazing components.
j. Glazing details indicating:
1) Accessories such as gaskets, sealants, tapes, setting blocks, side blocks, shims,
etc…
2) Clearances and tolerances;
3) Edge restraint and rebate depth;
4) Hardware and fittings;
5) Pressure equalized drained joints; and
6) Quantity, size, and location of all weep holes.
k. Steelwork related details which shows:
1) Steel grades and sections;
2) Grade and finish of bolt;
3) Types, thickness, length, location, and preparatory requirement of welds;
4) Cambering dimension requirements;
5) Location and sizes for breather or bleed holes;
6) Backing and cover plates;
7) Cleats and lifting points with prescribed loading capacities;
8) Point fixed hardware connection points
l. Provisions for thermal insulation, smoke seal, fire resistance, sound transmission and
other performance related criteria
m. Joint and junction details
n. Panel stiffening and/or additional support system
o. Connection details and lightning protection
1.7.7. Structural Calculations

Timeframe: Parallel and in conjunction with the Shop Drawings
The Façade Contractor is required to substantiate the shop and/or installation drawings by
providing structural computations done in accordance with accepted engineering practice and
shall conform with the guides and standards listed in section 1.6 of this specification.
All pages of the calculation must be numbered, dated, and referenced. Any revision done to
address corrections must be labeled with a revision cloud. In case additional sheets are
needed on the revision, the original page numbers shall not be altered. The additional sheet
shall be inserted in between original page numbers and shall be page numbered as “xx-1, xx-
2, etc…” (e.g. additional page is needed between pages 3 & 4, it will be inserted in between
these pages and the inserted pages shall be numbered 3-1, 3-2, etc…) 15
All sections of the calculation must refer to drawing/sheet number showing the appropriate
dimensions and details. A free body diagram showing the applied loads, reactions, and
eccentricities must be incorporated into each analysis.
Ratio of the strength and serviceability check (or Unity Check) must always be less than or
equal to unity (1).
For Proof loading related analysis (150% of the design load), no connection must fail and yield
stresses shall not be exceeded. Deflection under this criterion shall not be permanent.
All software generated structural calculation must have a summation of reaction loads equal to
the applied loads.
The first page of each section shall be used for a tabularized summary for the strength and
service check of each component under that section. Succeeding pages shall show the
detailed computation in which the summary was derived.
The following items shall be analyzed and submitted for review.
a. Load Derivation
1) Wind (if wind tunnel test result not provided or if wind load is not provided)
2) Dead loads based on Material Densities provided by codes or suppliers
3) Seismic
4) Blast (if needed)
5) Live Loads (for balusters, railings, doors, windows, coping) and Roof Live Load
(for Skylights, roof cladding), if nor provided
b. Glass and Glazing
1) Stress check for each type considering typical panes and critically large panes
2) Deflection check for each type considering typical panes and critically large
panes
3) Finite Element Analysis for Point Fixed Glass units or any equivalent analysis
considering stress concentration at holes and edges
4) Sealant bite for primary and secondary (IGU’s) seals. No loads parallel to the
plane of glass shall be permitted to be carried by the sealant
c. Aluminum Sheet Cladding
1) Stress check for each type considering typical panels and critically large panels
2) Deflection check for each type considering typical panels and critically large
panels
3) Stress & Deflection check for panel stiffeners if required
4) Strength check of stiffener to panel connection and stiffener to frame member
connections
5) Stress and Deflection check for panel frames and sub-frames
d. Stone Cladding (If applicable)
1) Strength and service check for each type considering typical panels and critically
large panels
2) Strength and deflection check for panel stiffeners if required
3) Strength check for Stone anchors, bracketing system, and clips
e. Typical Wall Mullions & Transoms
1) Strength and deflection check at midspan for typical and critically long frames
2) Strength check at support considering reduced section
3) Strength and serviceability check of extrusion legs at splices considering
transferred shear 16
4) Strength and deflection check for dummy framing systems (if needed)
f. Corner Mullions & Transoms
1) Checks mentioned for the typical wall mullions and transoms but considering
corner condition loadings such as:
a) Both side loading (combined stresses)
b) One side only loaded with positive pressure (weak axis bending)
c) One side only loaded with negative pressure (weak axis bending)
2) Deflection of mullion parallel to the load when loaded at one side only (weak axis
bending)
g. Baluster and Railings
1) Stress due to prescribed load combination (dead, wind, live)
2) Deflection check due to loads acting parallel and/or perpendicular to the wall
3) Stress check for Infill to frame connection
4) Stress check for infill at embedment
5) Connection check at embedment/anchoring to concrete
h. Connections
1) All mechanical connections between framing interface (mullion to transom,
mullion to railing, metal splice connection) shall be checked for strength
2) Hardware or fittings connection shall be checked for strength of as specified by
the manufacturer
i. Operable Sash
1) Strength and deflection check for the window frame
2) Strength check for the components and devices holding the window against
negative pressure
j. Anchors
1) Tensile and Shear Strength check for anchors embedded on concrete
considering typical and critically large panels
2) Bending Strength check for anchors having non-rigid spacers
k. BMU Pins/Tie Backs
1) Strength and deflection check for Tie Back steel assembly
2) Strength check for tie back to steel assembly to framing system connection
l. Thermal Stress
1) Strength and deflection check for all both-ends restrained framing system due to
thermal loads or movement
2) Strength check for the connection of both-ends restrained framing system
1.7.8. Site Drawings

Timeframe: 4 weeks before commencement of installation
The Façade Contractor shall submit the following site drawings for reference and traceability
requirement of the QA/QC process:
a. Embed layout schedule complete with proper tagging;
b. Panel and cladding tag elevation/schedule complete with unique numbering system and
manufacturing date
c. Sealant schedule reflected on the panel tag elevation showing sealant batch and
manufacture date
1.7.9. Project Manual (Installation, Operation, and Maintenance)
Timeframe: 4 Weeks upon award of project 17
The Façade Contractor is required to submit a Project Manual containing the manuals
pertaining to the installation, operation, and maintenance of the façade system. Additionally, it
must include the Factory Inspection and Test Plan, Project Quality Plan, and Project Health,
Safety, and Environment Plan.
The Installation/Method Statement Manual shall include:

a. Contractor’s organizational chart including subcontractors if applicable
b. Flowchart of the façade works from design of system to handover
c. Manpower & Equipment loading
d. Method Statement for installing all wall types and components
e. Site logistics plan including storage areas and lifting requirements (e.g. loading platform,
leave out panels, etc…)
The Operations & Maintenance Manual shall include:

a. Recommendations for routine cleaning including cleaning agents which can and
cannot be used
b. Source of replacement components
c. Methods of replacement for damaged components
d. Complete List of all material suppliers
e. Information on sealant, gasket, and finishes including supplier name and contact
information
f. Copy of all warranties from suppliers
g. As built drawings
h. Work log for defects until end of warranty is reached
The Factory Inspection and Test Plan shall include the contractor’s inspection procedure for:
a. Extruded Aluminum Profiles
b. Each finishes (e.g. Powder paint, PVDF, Anodizing, etc…) on extrusion and sheet
c. Cladding panels (e.g. Solid aluminum, ACP, SS, Galvanized, etc…)
d. Float Glass
e. Heat Treated Glass
f. Coated Glass
g. Laminated Glass
h. Insulating Glass Unit
i. Structural Glazing
j. Gaskets & Glazing Materials
k. Connection and Fasteners
l. Panel Assembly & Packing
The Project Quality Plan shall include:

a. Project Description/Details
b. Reference Documents
c. Scope & Purpose
d. Flowchart of Project Quality System
e. Organization Details (Description Responsibility of each Staff)
f. Personnel Directly in charge with the Project, Communication Channels, and list of
Interface Documents
g. Procedure of Document, Data, & Sample Control
h. Inspection & Testing on and off the Site (Factory Procedure can be referred to the FITP)
i. Holding Points
j. Tests and Quality Records 18
k. Materials Control
l. Non-Conformance Control
m. Inspection, Measuring & Test Equipment
n. Quality Assurance/Control of Project Specific Records
o. Inspection & Test Records Check list
The Project Health, Safety, and Environment Plan shall include:

a. Project Description/Details
b. Goals and Objectives
c. General Safety Policy
d. Organization and Responsibilities with regards to HSE
e. Plan Specific to:
1) Safety Meetings
2) Personal Protective Equipment
3) Subcontractor’s Management (if applicable)
4) Safety Violation
5) First Aid & Welfare Facitlies
6) Disposal of Waste Management
7) Transportation
8) Work Control Measures
9) Housekeeping
10) Barricades/Signs/Tags
11) Safety Inspection
12) Fire on Site
f. Training regarding:
1) Introduction to site
2) Tool Box every Start of Shift
3) Job Specific Safety Procedure
4) Daily Work Instuction
5) First Aid
g. Accident Reporting Procedure
h. Hazard Analysis and Procedure for every Façade Related Works
i. Compilation of Material Safety Data Sheet
j. Contact Information of Emergency Response Committee
k. List of Machineries
l. Risk Assessment
1.7.10. As-built Record Documents
Timeframe: 2 weeks before final Handover 19
The Façade Contractor shall be required to provide As-built Drawings, Photographs, and any
other records as work progresses. This can be monthly or as required by the Client or its
representative.
As-built drawings must show updated construction related modifications to the original
drawings, indexed and bound. These drawings are necessary for Quality Assurance and as
required by Local Municipality.
1.8. Qualifications
It is imperative that all façade works are performed by a sole façade contractor with its chosen and
client approved sub-contractors and suppliers. This Façade contractor shall have a record of doing
business in the design, manufacturing, assembly, and installation of building envelope and related
works.
1.9. Performance and Testing Requirements
1.9.1. General
The design criteria discussed in this chapter is to ensure that the building façade system is
weartherproof, structurally adequate, free to accommodate movements or displacements, and
retain its aesthetics for the service life of the building envelope without failure or degradation of
its components.
1.9.2. Air Tightness
The system shall be designed such that air infiltration is minimized. Air leakage for both the
fixed wall and operable windows must conform to the values specified by ASTM E283. These
values are to be confirmed through actual testing or through available test results on the same
façade system.
1.9.3. Water Tightness
The façade system must be 100% watertight and all draining shall occur outside. In no
manner, shall water be allowed to infiltrate the building interior. Unitized & Semi-unitized
system shall be designed to be pressure equalized to allow proper drainage.
Water which enters the system, including condensation or leakage, must not be trapped and
shall be drained out to the exterior of the façade system to inhibit fungal or algal propagation.
The system shall be designed to conform to ASTM E331/ASTM E547/ASTM E1105 or any
equivalent codes (AAMA) and shall be verified through testing.
1.9.4. Structural Performance
a. Wind Load shall be in accordance to Mapping as shown in Appendix B.
b. Dead load
Self weight shall be based on material densities reflected in the NSCP unless otherwise
stated and certified by the supplier of the component. Allow 10% increase on weight
due to connection and peripherals.
c. Seismic load
Seismic loads are to be derived through the latest iteration of NSCP unless otherwise 20
stated by the consultant or its representative. Note that variables based on the
geography of the project such as seismic zone, soil profile type, seismic source type,
etc.… must be coordinated and verified with the project Structural Engineer.
d. Special loads
1) Live load of 0.73 kN/m OR 0.89kN perpendicular to the plane of infill (any
direction) for parapets and balusters. These loads are located at the top or at
least 1.1 meter from the point of support.
2) Live load of 0.22kN applied in an area of 300mm x 300mm for intermediate rails
but not with handrails
3) A downward acting live load of 1.5kN applied to 100mm x 100mm area on all
horizontal surfaces such as coping, sills, and canopies.
4) Roof live loads for skylights and canopies shall be based on the latest NSCP
5) Parapet supports and/or façade components that may support Building
Maintenance Unit (BMU) at its resting position or during operation must be able to
support its full weight and the load it carries
6) Façade System with integrated BMU Tie Back shall have its framing and
connection designed to accommodate a point load of 2.7kN at all directions but
not acting simultaneously.
e. Load Combinations
All loads considered must be analyzed based on combinations (LRFD or ASD)
stipulated by the NSCP. Note that an increase in allowable stress is permitted only
to certain load combinations.
f. Deflection Limits
1) Framing members 21
Load Per pendicular t o t he Wall
Fr aming Member Limit Pr ovision f or L
General L/ 175 Clear Span up t o 4.1m
General L/ 175 + 6.35mm Clear Span from 4.101m t o 12m
General min(L/ 175, 19mm) Clear Span of Glass along t he Frame
Clear Span and used t o support Building
St eel L/ 300
Cladding Component s and Frames
Clear Span and used t o support Plast er
Skylight L/ 360
Ceiling
Clear Span and NOT support ing Plast er
Skylight L/ 240
Ceiling
Skylight L/ 180 Clear Span NOT support ing any ceiling
Clear Span wit h at t ached brit t le finish or
General L/ 240
dry wall
General L/ 120 Clear Span wit h at t ached flexible finish
Load Par allel t o t he Wall
Fr aming Member Limit Pr ovision f or L
General, due t o Due t o Dead Load, Span Support ing Fixed
3mm
weight Glass
General, due t o Due t o Dead Load, Span Support ing and
1.5mm
weight Opening (Door or Window)
General, due t o
10mm Due t o Wind Load
wind
Not e: for cant ilevers, L is t aken as t wice t he clear span
2) Cladding Components
Component Displacement Remar ks
Connect ion Point of Reference is from frame
1.5 mm
frame t o anchor member t o building st ruct ure
Clamped Connect ion 3 mm Up t o 150% of Design Load
3) Glass & Metal Panel
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Material Criteria Limit
minimum
Glass Pane Edge of Glass
(L/175, 19mm)
Glass Pane Center of Glass a/60
minimum
Metal Panel Center of Panel
(L/120, 19mm)
Note: L=Clear Span
a=Smaller Glass Dimension
g. Anchoring to Concrete
Design of concrete anchors shall also take into consideration fatigue. Due to this, an
additional overload factor of 1.33 (multiplicative) shall be considered. This factor shall
be applied to all transient as well as permanent loads. In case a factor at least 1.33 is
already considered in the design philosophy (e.g. PCI Handbook Chapter 6), there is no
need to take into consideration another fatigue overload factor.
h. Lifting
Bracket assemblies and façade components directly connected to the lifting mechanism
shall be designed to have an additional dead load safety factor of 2 (multiplicative) on
top of the dead load factor specified by codes (e.g. 1.4DL or 1.2DL or 0.9DL based on
ASCE 7 LRFD Load Combinations). Indirectly connected façade components shall have
an additional load factor of 1.5.
1.9.5. Provision for Movement
The façade system shall be able to accommodate movements due to member deflection,
thermal displacement, building construction tolerances, fabrication tolerances, and the like
without causing disengagement, failure, permanent distortion, or any kind of damage to any
façade component
Thermal range by which the system must be designed to be as follows:
a. Exterior air temperature range: 24⁰C to 33⁰C
b. Metal surface temperature: Light Colors – 65⁰C
Dark Colors – 82⁰C
c. Interior temperature range: 10⁰C To 38⁰C
Construction tolerances by which the façade bracketing system must accommodate are as
follows:
a. Up/Down: +13mm/-13mm
b. In/out: +25mm / -25mm
c. Left/right: +25mm / -25mm
Inter-story differential movement of +20 mm/- 20 mm shall be accommodated by the system
based on the following:
Movement due to: Value

Drift from wind Load 20 mm
Drift from earthquake 16 mm
Note: H - Interstory Height
Inter-story differential vertical movement of +27 mm/-27 mm shall be accommodated by the

stack joint (or expansion joint) of the curtainwall based on the following:
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Deflection of slab/beam due to self weight 6.0 mm
Deflection of slab/beam due to live load 6.0 mm
Creep, long term 10.0 mm
Column Shortening, long term 1.3 mm
Façade Panel Tolerances
-Assembly 1.0 mm
-Component Fabrication 0.5 mm
-Site Installation 1.5 mm
-Frame Thermal Expansion 0.5 mm
Total 26.8 mm
Inter-story differential vertical movement of +26 mm/-26 mm shall be accommodated by the

anchor bracketing system based on the following:

Deflection of slab/beam due to self weight 4.0 mm
Creep, short term 8.0 mm
Column Shortening, short term 1.3 mm
Construction tolerance on slab/beam edge 13.0 mm
Total 26.3 mm
1.9.6. Glass Performance Requirement
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See appendix C-1 for Glass Schedule and its corresponding glass performance requirement.
1.9.7. Structural Glazing
Application of structural silicone is only permitted for surfaces with the following finishes: (a)
Anodized; (b) Alodine Conversion Coating; (c) Polyester Powder Coating (PPC); and (d)
Polyvinylidene fluoride 2 (PVF2). In no case, shall structural glazing be in contact or applied to
mill finished aluminum surfaces.
Application of 2-part silicone shall only be permitted under controlled environment or inside the
factory unless otherwise permitted by the client or its representative. In no case shall 3 side
adhesion of silicone be applied.
1.9.8. Smoke Isolation and Fire Resistance
The façade system shall be designed, fabricated, and installed such that floors shall be
isolated on the event of smoke or fire. Performance of the façade components when
exposed to fire or high temperature shall be designed in accordance with the following
procedure
a. Non-combustibility: ASTM E136
b. Spread of Flame: ASTM E84
c. Fire Resistive Rating: ASTM E119
d. Mock-up Test: ASTM E2307
1.9.9. Other Environmental Considerations
a. Acoustics
The façade system shall be designed to be meet the performance requirements of
Outdoor-Indoor Transmission Class: Minimum [26] [30] [34] based on test according
to ASTM E90 and ratings determined by ASTM E1332 Unless otherwise stated by
the client or its representative.
b. Noise Minimization
The façade system including its components must be designed, fabricated, and
installed to cause no noise due to thermal expansion, pressure gradient, dynamic
loading, and BMU/cleaning operations. Façade system generated noise examples
are whistling due to wind, creaking, drumming, and rattling.
c. Lightning/Grounding
Electical continuity and conductivity must be provided within the window wall
systems. This includes provision of earthing straps connected to building conductors
by others.
1.10. Quality Assurance
The client and/or its representative has the right to visit all the subcontractors, suppliers, and testing
facilities engaged by the Façade Contractor any time during the progress of the façade works.
The Façade Contractor shall record and maintain all the certified inspection for quality of finishes and
shall be available upon request of the client or its representative.
1.10.1. Quality Plan
The Façade contractor shall submit and implement a detailed and project specific Quality Plan
as described in section 1.7.9 paragraph 5. All proprietary products shall come from reputable
manufacturers and its quality assurance documentation (including ISO 90001 certification)
must be submitted. 25
1.10.2. Quality Control Personnel
Personnel/s in charge of Quality Assurance must be assigned by the façade contractor to

ensure compliance to approved quality plan as well as proper documentation. The personnel/s
shall be reflected properly in the submitted organizational chart and shall be endorsed to the
client or its representative.
1.10.3. Façade Works Coordinator
The Façade Contractor shall appoint a full time coordinator available for design and site
implementation inquiries. Furthermore, the coordinator has a responsibility to:
a. Coordinate with other trades or their subcontractors on the requirements pertaining to
the façade works;
b. Ensure the quality and safety of the building envelope supporting systems;
c. Ensure maintenance/equipment/temporary access is provided at all façade areas
specified by the client or its representative; and
d. Report any nonconformance or works by other trades which may impede the on time
progress of the façade works.
1.10.4. Seal and Certification
Structural components of the façade works as well as its supporting framing or systems must
be sealed and certified by locally registered Structural Engineer appointed by the Façade
Contractor.
The façade contractor shall retrieve a certification from the glass supplier containing the
following:
a. Shop drawing review and acceptance;
b. Structural calculation thru accepted standards and codes specified in section 1.6;
c. Heat Soaking Test (if applicable); and
d. Thermal stress analysis and acceptance.
The façade contractor shall retrieve a certification from the sealant supplier containing
the following:
a. Shop drawing and structural calculation review and acceptance;
b. Independent laboratory testing for the structural sealants;
c. Compatibility and adhesion test reports;
d. Non-staining test reports; and
e. Water immersion test reports.
1.10.5. Notice for Quality Control Inspection & Testing
In general, a notice of 48 hours must be given to the consultant prior to the following activities:
a. Commencement of the Visual or Performance Mockup (unless overseas, in which case,
minimum of 2 weeks);
b. Start of any required test (e.g. sealant adhesion, gutter test, etc…), may it be on or off
the construction site;
c. Factory inspection of raw or processed materials;
d. Panel assembly inspection at factory delivery;
e. Façade works framing and/or subframing inspection done by the façade contractor;
f. Anchor bolt inspection and testing;
g. Miscellaneous façade components (e.g. BMU components, grounding, lighting, etc…)
inspection; 26
h. Preparation and commencement of site glazing and reglazing;
i. Other inspection or tests required by the client or its representative on the façade works.
Factory related inspections must be done after a minimum number of panels or components to
be inspected has been agreed upon by the project team.
1.10.6. Holding Points & Benchmarks
The Façade Contractor shall propose holding points in which subsequent works shall be
halted if the current work (hold point) is not satisfied through inspection and/or testing.
Additionally, a benchmark for each wall type having an area of about 25 m2 to 50 m2 Shall be
provided by the contractor. This area shall be inspected and accepted by the Project Architect,
Consultant, and the Client before any further work shall proceed. The benchmark, as the
name implies, shall be a basis on the quality and consistency of future works regarding the
same wall type.
1.11. Regulatory Requirements
The Façade Contractor shall be required to conform to requirements in this specification as well as
other applicable building codes. In case of overlap, the more conservative or stringent literature shall
govern. Furthermore, the contractor must secure all applicable permits or documents from the local
Municipality and must allow them to review and approve the façade works without causing delay to the
project.
1.12. Spare Materials
The Façade Contractor, through a certification, must ensure that all spares must be available off the
shelf or with a lead time not exceeding 4 weeks from date of order. The said certification must also
include all manufacturer’s information such as its name, address, and contact information. Spares
shall be new, well protected in an approved manner, and securely stored at a dedicated area specified
by the client or its representative. The following table shows the minimum required quantity of spares
for each type of material.
It em Quant it y Rem arks

Glass, Fully Tempered 2% of total Qty For each size per type
Glass, Heat Strengthened 2% of total Qty For each size per type
Glass, IGU 2% of total Qty For each size per type
Glass, Annealed 12 pcs largest size
Horizontal Covers/Trims 10 pcs Stock length For each type
Vertical Covers/Trims 10 pcs Longest Length
Aluminum Panel 2% minimum of 2 pcs
Louver 2% minimum of 2 pcs
Door Hardware & Accessories 5%
Window Hardware & Accessories 5%
During the course of rectification or replacement works, the Façade Contractor shall provide
temporary enclosure for the area affected which will shield it from external elements and will render
the building safe during this period.
1.13. Testing
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1.13.1. Performance Mock-up (PMU) (Not Applicable)
1.13.2. Field Test
The Façade Contractor shall be required to conduct on site test as listed in this section. All
equipment and materials such as scaffolds, gondola, hose, water supply, etc… as well as
manpower needed to conduct these tests shall be in the account of the façade contractor.
Furthermore, any cost related to corrective works or retests due to failure shall also be on the
account of the façade contractor.
Field tests to be conducted and its description are shown below. A written methodology shall
be submitted by the façade contractor and approved by the façade consultant prior to any
testing. Testing done without the consent of the Façade Consultant shall be rendered void and
invalid.
Act ivit y Frequency Code Reference

Gut t er Test 100% --
Object ive
To verify t hat wat er leakage and condensat ion are effect ively collect ed and
drained t o t he ext erior
Met hodology
•Remove all debris or st icker on st ack head
•Temporarily plug all weep holes at st ack head
•Fill dry chamber of t ransom wit h wat er and wait for 1 hour
•Inspect for wat er leakage and rect ify unt il no leak is present
•Remove all plugged weep holes and drain all wat er
Crit eria for Failure
•Wat er leakage while holes are plugged
•Ineffect ive draining of wat er aft er plugs are removed
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Field Wat er Test Periodic AAMA 501.2
Object ive
To ensure t hat leaks are ident ified and repaired prior t o inst allat ion of
Met hodology
•Upon 3 floors of façade element s are inst alled, 30 m² of it shall be t est ed in
accordance t o t he code reference¹
•Aft er t he init ial t est has been done, 30m² of t est specimen shall be
allocat ed aft er every 5 floors complet ed¹
•Furt her t est ing shall be done based on t he frequency of failure. Every
failed specimen shall const it ut e addit ional 5 t est s.
•Wat er leaking inside t he specimen
•Wat er not cont ained and drained t o t he ext erior
•Wet t ing of visible surfaces
•St aining or ot her damage t o t he window wall
•Cannot ident ify source of leak
¹Area or specimen location shall be selected by the Façade Consultant

Wat er Test for Int erfaces Periodic --
Object ive
To ensure t hat leaks at flashings, EPDM closures, and ot her int erfaces are
ident ified and repaired prior t o inst allat ion of int ernal linings and finishes
•Upon 3 floors of façade element s are inst alled, 100% of t he linear
int erfaces shall be t est ed¹
•Aft er t he init ial t est ing, 50% of all int erface shall be t est ed t hereaft er¹
•Aft er considerable numbers of t est s have passed, decreased quant it y for
furt her t est ing is allowed¹
•Furt her t est ing shall be done based on t he frequency of failure
•Wat er not cont ained and drained t o t he ext erior
¹Area or specimen location shall be selected by the Façade Consultant and shall be
minimum of 5 linear meters
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Panel Flood Test Periodic --
Object ive
To ensure proper workmanship on panel wat er t ight ness prior t o mass
product ion
Met hodology¹
•Half submerge t he 1st panel, ext ernal face down, t o a cust omized wat er
pool
•Do t he same on t he 11t h, 21st , 31st , and 41st panel
•Frequency shall be every 50 panels t hereaft er unless considerable
amount of panels were having wat er leakage
•Presence or passing t hrough of wat er t o t he rear end (int erior part ) of t he
panel
¹Can be done in the fabrication yard. Results are to be submitted for review
All remedial works shall only proceed if submitted and given approval by the client or its
representative.
1.13.3. Material Test
Every material test herein after shall be firstly done and satisfied before pursuing mass
production of the façade wall and its related components.
A written methodology shall be submitted by the façade contractor and approved by the
façade consultant prior to any testing. Testing done without the consent of the Façade
Consultant shall be rendered void and invalid.
Material testing to be fulfilled by the Façade Contractor are as follows:
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Fixing Bracket s Combined Shear &
5 per t ype BS 5080
Tension Test
Object ive
To verify st uct ural adequacy of anchoring t o concret e bracket s
Met hodology
•Fix bracket s & anchor bolt s t o prefabricat ed concret e blocks which
represent s t he base st ruct ure. Concret e st rengt h and fixing dimensions
such as edge dist ance and embedment dept h shall be t he same as in
act ual condit ion OR
•Fix bracket s along t he main st ruct ure but t hese bracket s are only
dedicat ed for t est ing and should not be used t o support act ual window
wall syst em
•Proceed wit h Shear & Tensile Test in accordance wit h t he code reference.
Modificat ion of t he code is allowed t o accommodat e combined shear and
t ension t est provided t hat met hodology is submit t ed and approved
•Proof load t est (150% of t he design load) is required and shall not exhibit
any failure
•Dest ruct ive t est is opt ional and only allowed if t est is not done on t he
main st ruct ure
•St eel or concret e failure including observable yielding of st eel
•Slippage having a failure great er t han displacement shown in 1.9.4.f.2

Welded St ud Tensile & Torque Test 5 per t ype AWS C5.4/ AWS D1.1
Object ive
To verify st uct ural adequacy of st ud welding
Met hodology
•Prepare specimens represent at ive of t he act ual condit ion
•Conduct t ensile t est as specified in code reference. Cont ract or has t he
responsibilit y t o engage a t hird part y t est laborat ory and prepare all
peripherals t o conduct t he t est ¹
•Conduct t orque t est as specified in code reference¹
•Proof load t est (150% of t he design load) is required and shall not exhibit
any failure¹
•Failure at t he weld area
¹Different set of speimens are required to ensure accuracy of results
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Welded St ud Bend Test Periodic AWS C5.4/ AWS D1.1
Object ive
To verify workmanship of st ud welding
Met hodology
•During t he course of st ud welding on or off t he sit e, t he 1st welded st ud
shall be subject ed t o bend t est as specified in t he code reference
•Repeat t he process randomly as specified by t he façade consult ant
•All bended st ud shall be removed, disposed and replaced regardless of
result during t he t est
•Failure at t he weld area

Screw St rengt h Test 3 per t ype AS 1664
Object ive
To verify st rengt h of screws secured in ext rusion flut es
Met hodology
•Test each connect ion t ype in accordance wit h t he code reference or
equivalent
•Test specimens should not be used in t he act ual window wall
•Failure on t he screw or t he aluminum

Silicone Compat ibilit y & Adhesion Test 3 per t ype ASTM C794/ C510
Object ive
To verify compat ibilit y of silicone t o mat erials and it s bond st rengt h
Met hodology
•Submit supplier's t est report s conforming t o code reference and
commissioned at approved laborat ory
•For sit e mat erials such as concret e, conduct same t est but on sit e and
done by t he manufact urer. Result s and recommendat ion t o be submit t ed
by t he supplier t hrough t he Façade Cont ract or
•Silicone is easily peeled off or no adhesion is observable
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Sealant Direct Tension Test Periodic --
Object ive
To verify st rengt h of sealant
Met hodology
•Conduct and submit result s for direct t ension t est s by an approved
laborat ory on samples of vision glass and spandrel glass adhered t o
finished aluminium
•Use an Inst ron Tensile Test er, or approved alt ernat ive
•Test t en samples of each joint t ype wit hout weat herseals and using act ual
mat erials¹
•Repeat procedure on complet ion of manufact ure of 30% of t he mat erials
•Apply a 5x safet y fact or t o t he mean of t he ult imat e st rengt h result s t o
det ermine joint dimension
•Large discrepency bet ween writ t en fact or of safet y and act ual fact or of
safet y
¹Five samples shall be air-cured 21 days then w ater immersed 7 days before testing

Deglazing Test Periodic¹ --
Object ive
To verify workmanship and adhesion of t he glazing
Met hodology
•Conduct and submit result s for fact ory adhesion (de-glazing) t est s t o fully
cured glazed panels select ed randomly
•Cut joint at midpoint t o leave half t he sealant at t ached t o t he glass and
half t o t he subst rat e
•Visually examine joint fill, voiding and st ruct ural bit e adhesion
•Aft er t est ing fully remove silicone t ape and spacers, t horoughly clean and
re-apply sealant in accordance wit h approved procedures in t he fact ory
•During visual inspect ion, lack of joint fill, lack of adhesion, excessive
voiding²
•Silicone are easily peeled²
¹one in the 1st 10 panels; one in the next 40; one in the next 50; one every 100
thereafter
²Failure of the specimen may represent the failure of the w hole batch. Retest, on the
same day and on the next day, shall constitue additional 5 specimens each day. If all
specimens on the retest pass, the batch it represents shall be deemed satisfactory
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Fact ory Adhesion Test once a day ASTM C794/ C510
Object ive
To verify workmanship of sealant adhesion
Met hodology
•Apply silicone bead unt o area wit h finished met al which shall be not be
exposed randomly
•Aft er curing, perform peel t est and record result int o t he glazing
personnel's logbook
•Silicone is easily peeled off or no adhesion is observable
1.14. Delivery, Storage, and Handling
All façade components delivered on site shall be identifiable by clear markings and their appropriate
locations on the building shall be reflected on a submitted and approved site logistics plan. The site
logistics plan shall be coordinated with and also approved by the Main Contractor. In case of very
small items needing storage or if in case items were not included in the approved site logistics plan,
the Main Contractor shall direct the Façade Contractor to the area and manner of storage.
Façade components shall be packaged in such a manner that it will be protected from damage during
shipping, hoisting, and storage. Glass shall be further protected from any possibility of water intrusion
or condensation during the shipping, storage, and handling.
1.15. Warranty
Upon handover of the project stated under the Contract Agreement issued by the Project Manager,
the deflects liability period shall take effect and shall last until the Façade Contractor is given a
Certificate of Practical Completion. A warranty period of 15 years shall then take effect for the building
envelope system. Under this period, the Façade Contractor shall agree to repair or replace defective
materials and workmanship without additional costs incurred to the client.
Any damage incurred due to the defective materials or workmanship of the façade works shall be the
responsibility of the Façade Contractor.
Specific warranties are as follows:
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Warranty
Item Subitem Warranties against:
Period
Water penetration and improper drainage
Façade Air infiltration exceeding specified limits
General 15 years
System Structural failure with limits bound by this specification
Breakage and defects due to improper workmanship
Breakage and corrosion due to defects in the material
Cracking due to ozone & ultra-violet attack
Growth of ogranic elements (mildew, mould, etc…)
Excessive discoloration¹ & non-uniformity² due to sunlight
and weathering
General 15 years Excessive deformation under load specified within the

specification
Excessive ageing, brittleness, or change in strength and
elongtaion more than allowed by code
Cracking, peeling, flaking of coating/ceramic frit
Glass &
Secondary breakage due to falling off of façade
Glazing
components
De-lamination
IGU 15 years Fogging up of vision
Collection of dirt within enclosed space
Cohesion and Adhesion Failure
Unacceptable staining due to corrosion or bleeding
Sealant 15 years Change in hardness by more than 5 points on the Shore A

durometer scale
Change in color by more than five Hunter Color Difference
Units in accordance to ASTM D2244
Excessive discoloration¹ due to sunlight and weathering
Chalking in excess of #8 chalk rating in accordance to
Coatings General 15 years
ASTM D4214
Cracking, peeling, fading in excess of specified limits
Hardware General 15 years Failure to operate or function normally
Stainless
Steel
Galvanized
Metal and 15 years Rusting
Painted
Steel
Aluminum
¹Excessive fading - change in appearance perceivable and objectionable as defined by the client when viewed
²Excessive nonuniformity - fading to the extent that adjacent parts have a color difference greater than the original color
range set by the client or its representative
1.16. Others
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It is the responsibility of the Façade Contractor to adjust the Façade Works Programme as precaution
to the danger put by the installation during heavy rains.
2. PRODUCTS
2.1. General
This section shall cover the material requirements and its certification coming from the suppliers
and to be submitted to the Façade Consultant for review and approval. Product manufacturers for
extruders, architectural aluminum panels, sheet metals, and bar stocks shall have a minimum
experience of 5 years prior to their engagement to this Project.
2.2. Certification
2.2.1. Glass
The façade fabricator shall obtain the following certification/s from the Glass
Manufacturer:
• Source of Glass Material;
• Probability of breakage less than 8/1000;
• Thermal Analyses for each type of exterior glass;
• Recommendation for glass replacement procedure; and
• Review of the façade fabricator’s glass strength and deflection analyses due to
applied wind load.
2.2.2. Sealant
The façade fabricator shall obtain the following test reports and certificates (short term
and long term effects) of the proposed sealant type from the Sealant Manufacturer:
• Chemical Composition;
• Adhesion, cohesion, and Bond Strength;
• Elongation, Hardness, Compression set, Low temperature flexibility and Modulus
of Elasticity;
• Water Absorption and Viscosity;
• Compatibility to proposed material substrates;
• Stain resistance, color stability and effects of exposure to ozone & UV light
• Adhesion test thru ASTM C794 to actual material substrates done on site
2.2.3. Structural Sealant
The façade fabricator must ensure to obtain a certificate coming from the Structural
Sealant Manufacturer that the stress of the sealant does not exceed 140 kPa when
subjected to the design wind load.
2.2.4. Aluminum
The façade fabricator must ensure to obtain a certificate coming from the Aluminum
Extruder/Manufacturer that each batch of aluminum supplied is of the right temper/alloy
and the their welders are duly certified.
2.2.5. Steelwork
The façade fabricator must obtain test certicates of all steelworks coming from its
manufacturer. The test certificates must comply with ASTM A370 or BS EN 10002-1.
2.2.6. Stainless Steel
The façade fabricator must ensure to obtain a certificate coming from the Stainless Steel
Manufacturer that each batch of stainless steel supplied is of the right temper/alloy and
the their welders are duly certified.
2.3. Materials
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2.3.1. Glass
a. General
Thickness of the glass shall be as per schedule shown in below:
Tag Wall Type Description Thickness Color

Typical Glass for Windows
GL-01 WT-06, WT-07 8mm FT Clear
& Curtainwall
Small Glass for Winows &
GL-02 WT-06, WT-07 6mm FT Clear
Curtainwall
Typical Glass for Point-
Gl-03 WT-05 16mm FT Clear
fixed Glass Wall
Required Performance Data of above shown glass is reflected in section 1.9.6 of this
specification.
Glass must be free from unacceptable and visible distortion, bow and wrap. Other
imperfections such as cracks, scratches, bubbles, blisters and presence of deleterious
matters shall also be unacceptable.
b. Annealed Float Glass
Float Glass shall conform to ASTM C1036 Type 1 Class 1 Quality q3. Any glass
manufacturing company having accreditation to ISO 9001 is acceptable and shall be
considered.
Provisions for quality control for float glass in general are as follows:
• Shark teeth does not penetrate more than half of glass thickness;
• Serration hackle may occur only within 150 mm of corners;
• Flare must not exceed 0.8 mm measured perpendicular to glass surface across the
edge or must not occur at setting blocks;
• Bevel must not exceed 1.6 mm;
• Flake chips can only occur within 200 mm of corners and depth must not exceed
0.8 mm and length or diameter must not exceed 6 mm.
c. Tinted Float Glass
Float Glass shall conform to ASTM C1036 Type 1 Class 2 Quality q3. Any glass
manufacturing company having accreditation to ISO 9001 is acceptable and shall be
considered.
Refer to section 2.3.1-b for quality control requirements of float glass in general.
d. Heat Strengthened & Fully Tempered Glass
Heat Strengthened & Fully Tempered Glass shall conform to ASTM C1048.
Provision for quality control for these glass types are as follows:
• Surface Compression Stress must not be less than 69 MPa;
• Rollerwave distortion must not exceed 0.15 mm at 300 mm;
• Overall bow must not exceed 0.00342 times gauge length if it is less than 900mm,
0.00258 times gauge length if it is greater than 900mm;
• Heat soak testing must be done for all glass with surface stress exceeding 50 MPa.
e. Laminated Glass
Laminated Glass shall conform to ASTM C1172 and GANA Glazing manual.
Provisions for quality control for laminated glass are as follows:
• Difference between glass lites must not exceed 2mm;
• Properly oriented heat treated glass must match bow and roller wave;
• Glass distortion must be minimized thru two stage convection tempering;
• Edges must be clean, cut or polishe;
• All four sides must have autoclaved edges;
• Edges must be protected from delamination.
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f. Interlayer for Laminated Glass
Interlayer for laminated glass shall be 1.52mm thick Polyvinyl Brutal (PVB). Acceptable
manufacturers are Dupont and Solutia Saflex. Yellowness Index (YI) must have a value
of less than 10.
g. Coated Glass
Coated glass shall conform to ASTM C1376 and must be neutral in reflected and
transmitted requirements. Provisions for quality control are as follows:
• One pinhole only within any 300 mm diameter circle and it must not exceed 1mm;
• No more than 4 pinholes within the central area or no more than 3 pinholes in the
perimeter area;
• Scratches must not exceed 50 mm in length or 1 mm in width;
• Coating must not affect adhesion and strength of all sealant types;
• There must be no streaks or splotches’
• Color range must be within specification of architect.
h. Balustrades
All balustrade glass shall be Laminated Heat Strengthened or Monolithic Fully
Tempered with 100% Heat Soak Test.
2.3.2. Aluminum
a. Extrusions
Aluminum extrusions shall conform to ASTM B221. Acceptable grades/alloys for
extrusions are 6061 or 6063 with temper T5 or T6. Minimum thicknesses are as
follows:
• Principal extrusions – 3 mm;
• Non-structural times/caps – 1.5mm.
Any extruder/manufacturer having ISO 9001 are acceptable and can be considered.
b. Sheets & Plates
Aluminum sheets and plates shall conform to ASTM B209. Acceptable grades/alloy are
3003 or 5005 with temper H14 or H18. Minimum thicknesses are as follows:
• Cold formed Shapes – 3.175mm;
• Exterior panels – 3mm;
• Panels for canopy soffits and fascias – 5mm;
• Copings – 3mm.
Flatness deviations shall be only 1.5mm per 1.5 m of length/width.
Any extruder/manufacturer having ISO 9001 are acceptable and can be considered.
c. Aluminum Composite Materials
Aluminum Composite Panels must have a flatness of 0.5% at 25mm apart and at
temperature of 30°C. Acceptable brands are Alpolic or Alucobond or equivalent.
Welding on composite panels must conform to AWS D1.2.
2.3.3. Steel
a. Conformance to Standards
Steel works must conform to the following codes:
• Hot Rolled Shapes, Plates, & Bars – ASTM A992, ASTM A36 or ASTM A501
• Sheet & Strip, Cold Rolled – ASTM A500
• Sheet & Strip, Hot Rolled – ASTM A1011
• Sheet, Hot Dip Galvanized – ASTM A653
• Structural Tubing, Hot Formed, Welded – ASTM A618
• Aluminized Steel Sheet – ASTM A463 with coating T1-40
• Galvanized Steel Sheet – ASTM A792 with coating AZ50
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• Hot Dip Galvanizing Zinc Coatings – ASTM A123
• Forged Steel – ASTM A668
• Cast Iron & Cast Steel – ASTM A48 for Grey Cast Iron, ASTM A47 for Malleable
Cast Iron, ASTM A536 for Spheroidal Graphie Cast Iron, BS EN 10293 for Carbon
Manganese
b. Protection
Minimum requirement for steel works for protection from corrosion and degradation
shall be Hot Dip Galvanizing (HDG). HDG shall conform to the following provisions:
• Minimum dry film of 70 microns for concealed steelworks;
• Protection by Dulux, Taubmans, Coultards for exposed steelwork;
• 3 or 4 part inorganic silicate system;
• Blast cleaned to Sa 2.5 in accordance to ISO 8501-1 surface preparation;
• 75 micron min dry film thickness of Primer Ethyl Zinc Silicate;
• 75 micron min dry fil thickness of two pack epoxy Micaceous Iron;
• Oxide (MIO) as barrier coat;
• Finish coat (specified by architect).
c. Fireproofing
Shall fireproofing be required for steelworks, Intumescent paint shall be considered as
minimum requirement.
2.3.4. Welding
a. Conformance to Standards
Welding works must conform to AWS D1.1 for Steel and AWS D1.6 for Stainless Steel.
Surface preparation must conform to BS EN 1011-1.
b. Welder Qualification
Welders shall have qualification as required by BS EN 287-1 and/or BS 4872: Pt 1.
c. Provisions for Quality Control
• Fusion faces shall be properly prepared;
• Preheating of temperature and post heated treatment if required;
• Electrodes shall be approved and as per shop drawings;
• Number and sequence of runs to build up the weld bead must be as prescribed;
• Welding procedure must be as per DIN EN ISO 15614-1.
d. Testing
Results for the following tests are required for welding works:
• Transverse tensile test thru BS EN 10002-1;
• Transverse bend test thru BS EN ISO 7438;
• Side bend test;
• Macro Examinations;
• Fracture test (for Fillet Welds).
2.3.5. Stainless Steel

a. Code Compliance
All stainless Steel must conform to ASTM A666 Gr. A Type 316L, BS 1449 Gr. 316
S16L for flat rolled, and BS EN 10296 designation LW 23 GZF(S) for Stainless Steel
Tubes.
b. Grade/Alloy
Acceptable alloy shall be AISI 316 (Grades A-D). AISI 304 shall only be acceptable for
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c. Sheets
Stainless steel sheet shall be of the following thicknesses:
• Panels, Frames, Cladding, Fascias, Soffits – 2mm
• Trims and other Non-structural Elements – 1.5mm
d. Quality Control
• Surface shall be free from blemishes, pitting, seam marks, roller marks, stains,
discoloration and other imperfections;
• Flatness should not exceed values implied in standards;
• Grain shall be along the vertical at all locations;
• Surface roughness should be less than 20 Ra;
• Stainless steel sheets shall have maximum flatness deviation of 1.5 mm per 1.5 m
of length.
2.3.6. Fasteners
a. Code Compliance
All fasteners shall conform to AAMA MCWM-1 for application on dissimilar metals and
AAMA TIR-A9 for design and selection.
b. Grade/Alloy
• Steel Bolts - Galvanised High Strength Class 8.8 to ASTM A325
• Screws - Stainless Steel A4 Grade (exposed to weather), A2 (not exposed to
weather)
c. Size
• Rivets – 2.5 mm
• Screws - #10 (4.8 mm) to #14 (6.3mm)
• Bolts & Nuts – 8 mm to 16 mm
Screws which are visible from the exterior shall be countersunk. Nuts and washers
shall have the appropriate grade and size based on referenced standards.
Any manufacturers are acceptable provided that fasteners are marked with their Grade
and/or certified to have the correct strengths, chemical composition, and finish.
2.3.7. Connectors
a. Friction Reducing Pads
Friction reducing pads shall have a minimum thickness of 3 mm. Pads shall:
• Sufficiently reduce friction;
• Be resistant to wear;
• Positively retained in position;
• Not to be subjected to heat damage or excessive pressure.
b. Shim Stacks Transferring Shear Force
Polypropylene Shim stacks shall have a maximum height equivalent to 4 shims high or
twice the diameter of the fastener. If there is a need to provide shim stacks higher than
the mentioned limit, provide steel plates (welded together if multiple stacks) having a
hole clearance of less than fastener diameter plus 0.8 mm.
2.3.8. Anchorage
a. General
All anchorage must be corrosion resistant and its holding power shall have a minimum
of 5 times the design load.
b. Type & Manufacturer for Cast-in Plates
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Cast-in plates shall have a strength of Grade 43 with welded studs or mild steel
reinforcements. Acceptable manufacturers are Halfen, Jordahl, Fischer and HILTI. All
cast-ins must be galvanized for protection.
In case cast-in plates with stud bolts are used, acceptable manufacturers for stud bolts
are Nelson or SINOARS. Fusion welding shall be in accordance to AWS D1.5 and all
testing requirements shall be satisfied.
c. Type & Manufacturer for Anchor-Bolts
Mechanical and Chemical Anchor bolts shall be as per computed design requirement.
Acceptable manufacturers are HILTI, Fischer, and RAWLPLUG. Test result
requirements shall be as per section 1.13.3 of this specification.
d. Provisions for Quality Control
• No installation in post tensioned concrete structures, void sections of precast
concrete panels, and other non-conventional concrete structure;
• Explosive shot fired devices shall not be permitted;
• Maximum deviation from correct position shall be +/- 12mm;
• Minimum edge distance (clear) shall be as specified by the manufacturer.
e. Performance Requirement/s during Testing
Anchor bolts shall be tested thru ASTM E488 and shall meet the following
requirements:
• No permanent deformation at 1.5 times the design load (proof load);
• No failure of the anchor at 2 times the design load;
• No failure of the structural concrete at 3 times the design load.
f. Cementitious Non-Shrink Grout
Cementitious Non-Shrink Grout shall conform to ASTM C1107 and shall have a
minimum compressive strength of 40 MPa to properly support the base plate.
2.3.9. Finish
a. Aluminum – PVDF
All aluminum surface exposed to outdoor view shall have Oven-cured 3 coat w/ 2 bake
finish. Resin shall be Kynar 500 or Hylar 5000 70% fluoropolymer resin. Thickness of
the coating shall be as follows:
• Primer - 5 to 10 microns;
• Topcoat - 25 to 30 microns;
• Clear - 10 to 20 microns.
Dry film thickness shall conform to ASTM D1400 (80% of measurements on primary
exposed shall meet 30 microns) while paint finish shall conform to AAMA 2605.
Provisions or requirement for quality control shall be:
• Color difference not exceeding 5E NBS units as per ASTM D2244;
• Chalking not exceeding No. 8 rating as per ASTM D4214;
• No visible flow lines, streaks, blisters, or other surface imperfections in the dry film
state when observed 3 m away.
b. Aluminum - Powder Coating
Alternative for PVDF finish shall be Powder Coating (Subject for approval from the
Architect). Acceptable manufacturer shall be Interpon Ultriva D2015. Application shall
be Super durable polyurethane or polyester coating, factory applied by electrostatic
spray and oven cured with greater than or equal to 40 micrometers dry film thickness
and 65 to 100 microns super durable polyester grade.
Conformance to referenced codes are as follows:
• Pretreatment - ASTM B449 under chromate class 1;
• Measurement of thickness - ASTM B244;
• Paint Finish – AAMA 2605
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The following performance criteria must be met for the powder coating to be deemed
acceptable:
• Thermosetting and superdurable powders;
• Lead, Cadmium & TGIC free;
• Initially tested for 3000 hrs QUV A test and with at least 80%;
• gloss retention and color change not exceeding 5 delta units.
c. Steel
Finish and protection of steel shall 2.3.3-b. Painted finish shall be in accordance to the
Architect’s requirement.
d. Touch-up Paint
Field touch-up painting shall generally be Air Dried Coating in conformance with AAMA
2604 for internal application and AAMA 2605 for external application.
2.3.10. Fire Safing

Fire safing material must have the following requirements:
• Thickness – 100 mm
• Width – 25% greater than the slab
• R-value - 16 ft²-hr-°F/Btu
• Manufacturer – Thermafibre or equivalent (material shall be Mineral Wool)
• Density - 64 kg/m³
• Clip Spacing - 300 mm on center
• Clip Size - 1.5 mm galvanized steel
2.3.11. Fire Stop/Smoke Seal

Smoke seals shall be 2-hr fire resistant period of fibre insulation material between gap of
window wall and concrete slab edge. Minimum thickness of Galvanised Steel Sheet shall
be 0.9mm.
2.3.12. Sealant Backer Rod

Backer Rod shall be compatible with all proposed sealants, non-absorbent to water, non-
gassing and shall be closed cell polyurethane. It shall conform to ASTM C1253.
2.3.13. Tapes
Tapes used for glazing shall be compatible with all proposed sealants, non-gassing and
non-staining. It shall comply with the following quality control provisions:
• Tapes shall be aligned with glass edge with only +/- 1 mm deviation from its
straightness;
• Tapes shall not be a permanent holding component for the window wall;
• Tapes shall not act as air seal or rain screen for the window wall.
2.3.14. Air Seals

Air seals shall be soft density Neoprene Cell Sponge unless otherwise stated.
2.3.15. Weep Baffles

Weep baffles shall be Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) coated Open Cell Urethane Foam and
shall conform to the following requirements:
• 45 PPI Reticulated;
• Minimum compressibility of 30-40%;
• With aluminum baffle covers.
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2.3.16. Flashing
Flashing materials shall be made of non-corrosive materials with protective coatings and
with adequate stiffness. It can be stainless steel or silicon sheet except for smoke
flashings which are Zincanneal steel. Minimum thickness requirements are as follows:
• Stainless Steel – 1mm, AISI Gr. 304
• Silicon Sheet – 2 mm
• Aluminum Sheet – 1 mm conforming to ASTM B209 Gr. A3203 or D5050
• Neoprene Strip – 3mm conforming to ASTM D1149 with shore hardness, 70-80;
Min. Tensile Strength, 13.8 MPa; Min. Elongation at Break, 150%; and Min. tear
strength, 1.38 MPa
Recommended flashing location are as follows:
• Concrete wall and feature column flashing - every 2 floors;
• Concrete floor – every floor;
• Louver & Smoke Flashing – continuous.
All flashing regardless of material shall be overlapped by 100mm.
2.3.17. Window Washer Tie Back

All window washer tie backs shall be stainless steel material with non-concealed
supports and must conform to testing required by OSHA STD1-3.3. Location of tie backs
shall be as prescribed by the BMU contractor, certified and approved by local regulations
and safety standards.
2.3.18. Operable Windows

All glazed windows shall conform to AAMA 101 and opening limit shall be 100 mm.
Performance requirements shall be as follows:
• Handle located at mid-point of operable vent on the vertical or horizontal face at a
face that is easily accessible;
• Open position handle not obstructing the outward action of opening vent;
• Minimum of 4 locking points calculated based on acceptable vent deflection;
• Fully concealed locking system;
• Weather stripped with two (2) rows of continuous neoprene gasket with vulcanized
corners;
• With limit stops that can be fully opened for emergency without using any
equipment.
2.3.19. Window Wall Prevention Device

Window wall prevention device shall conform to design and testing requirements
stipulated in ASTM F2006 & ASTM F2090. This device must also meet the following
performance requirements:
• The mechanism shall be clearly identifiable for proper use during emergencies;
• Release mechanism shall allow uncomplicated emergency escape;
• Release mechanism shall require small amount of force, 66 N, to operate;
• Typically positioned at one side only but not on the top or bottom of the window;
• Mechanism shall not cause beyond the limit air infiltration;
• Mechanism shall not interfere with the regular function of the window;
• Mechanism with complete documentation such as installation instruction and safety
information.
2.3.20. Entrance Doors
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a. General
Entrance Doors shall conform to design & testing requirements stipulated in AAMA 101
and/or AAMA SFM-1-87. Glass shall be Fully Tempered and as per required thickness
based on design loads.
b. Kick Plate (if Applicable)
Kick plates shall be stainless steel AISI grade 316 with minimum height of 150mm.
c. Automatic Door Manufacturers (If Applicable)
Acceptable manufacturers are Besam (ASSA ABLOY), AGP, and Dorma.
2.3.21. Hardwares
a. General
Hardwares shall conform to design & testing requirements stipulated in AAMA SFM-1-
87. Material to be used shall be Stainless Steel AISI Grade 304 or 316 with the latter
strictly for sliding doors and automatic doors.
b. Performance Requirements
Hardwares shall be Capable of withstanding barrier load of 0.75 kN/m at 1.1 m above
FFL both in opened and closed position.
c. Door Hinge
Door hinges shall be concealed spring comparable to the products of the following
manufacturers:
• Jackson Door Control;
• DORMA;
• Hager Companies;
• McKinney Products Company, an ASSA ABLOY Group Company;
• Stanley Commercial Hardware, a division of Stanely Security Solutions
d. Door Locks
Locking mechanism, Bored and Mortise Locks, shall be comparable to the products of
the following manufacturers:
• Hager Companies;
• Schlage Commercial Harware;
• Yale Security Inc.
2.3.22. Gaskets & Weather Strips

a. General
Gaskets & weather strips shall be free from components likely to bleed, stain, or
detrimentally affect performance and shall be ultra-violet radiation resistant.
Glass edge pressure shall be 7.2 N/mm to 17.5 N/mm of interior and exterior gaskets.
Gasket corners shall be vulcanized.
b. Sponge Gaskets
Sponge gaskets shall conform to ASTM C509 and shall be silicone extrusions with
hardness: 40 +/-5 Shore A durometer. Compression shall be 30% +/-5% based on
ASTM D395.
c. Dense Gaskets
Dense gaskets shall conform to ASTM C864 and shall be black Neoprene or EPDM
extrusions with hardness as follows:
• Solid profiles: 70 +/-5 Shore A durometer;
• Hollow profiles: 60 +/- Shore A durometer.
Hardness shall be tested per ASTM D2240 and compression shall be not greater than
40% based on ASTM D395 test.
2.3.23. Gaskets at Structural Silicon Glazing
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a. Type
Gaskets at Structural Silicon Glazing shall strictly be Heat cure Silicon rubber and shall
conform to the requirements based on three (3) different hardness shown below.
b. Durometer 50 +/-5 Shore A Reading
• Tensile Strength - 800 psi
• Elongation - 300%
• Tear, Die B - 65 psi
• Compression Set - 20% max at 22 hrs @ 100 °C
• Compression Set - 40 % max at 22 hrs @ 175 °C
• Durometer A, Change pts (max) - +3 at Heat Age for 70 hrs @ 100 °C
• Tensile Strength Change % (max) - -10 at Heat Age for 70 hrs @ 100 °C
• Elongation % Change (max) - -20 at Heat Age for 70 hrs @ 100 °C
c. Durometer 60 +/-5 Shore A Reading
• Compression Set - 20% max at 22 hrs @ 100 °C
d. Durometer 70 +/-5 Shore A Reading
2.3.24. Setting Blocks

Setting blocks shall be dense extruded Neoprene or Silicone with hardness: 85 +/- 5
durometer Shore A having compression of less than or equal to 25%. Minimum length
shall be 100 mm and /or as prescribed by GANA glazing manual. Minimum width shall be
same with glass thickness.
Location of setting blocks shall be at quarter points but not closer to the edges by eighth
points or 150 mm. If location of setting blocks is at structural silicone, it shall be also
made of silicone.
Setting blocks shall be secure against movement.
2.3.25. Side Blocks

Side blocks shall be dense extruded Neoprene or Silicone with hardness: 55 +/- 5
durometer Shore A.
It shall be clear of 3mm from the bearing surface and shall have sufficient length to
prevent occurrence of point load.
Side blocks are not required if glass is supported along the vertical edges with structural
silicone.
2.3.26. Sealant Materials
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a. Non-structural Seals
Non-structural seals shall conform to ASTM C920 and shall NOT be oil based.
Acceptable manufacturers are as follows: DC 791, GE Silpruf, Sikasil WS-305. Using
multiple manufacturers shall not be acceptable.
Provision for Quality Control are as follows:
• Sealant depth for movement joints not exceeding half the joint width;
• Compatible to all applicable substrates and adjacent materials;
• Non-staining and Non-bleeding;
• Application of sealant not allowed when substrates are wet or temperature is below
5°C.
b. Structural Seals
Structural seals shall conform to ASTM C1401 and shall NOT be oil based. Acceptable
manufacturers are as follows: DC 795, DC983, GE Silpruf, MPM SSG 4000, Sikasil SG-
18, Sikasil SG-20, Sikasil SG 500CN. Using multiple manufacturers shall not be
acceptable
Provision for Quality Control are as follows:
• Sealant shall be Designed to withstand no more than 138 kPa tensile stress;
• Movement of any component shall not be allowed until structural seal is fully cured;
• Bond breakers shall be provided when necessary;
• Glass shall be temporarily clamped during curing;
• Masking shall be removed immediately after tooling;
• No mill finish aluminum shall be bonded with structural seal.
c. Non-staining Seals
Non-staining seal shall be applied to panel to panel joints and acceptable manufacturers
shall be: DC 991, Sikasil WS-605 S, Sikasil WS-355.
2.3.27. Spider Brackets

a. Type & Alloy
The material shall be Standard 316 Grade Stainless Steel with Tensile strength, Ft=600
MPa. It shall be manufactured with lost wax casting process.
b. Fixing
Fixings shall be Swivel articulated countersunk bolts and round headed nuts
manufactured from 316 S/S, Ftu=600 Mpa, Fy=220 Mpa and with external threads.
c. Glass to Fittings Insulating Material
Insulating materials shall be comparable to TOYO non-compressible vulcanised fibre
VFS-1 gasket conforming to JIS C2315.
d. Performance Requirement
• Glass hole shall be insulated from the countersunk screw by a black countersunk,
UV resistant nylon or anodized aluminum bush;
• Transfer of applied load from the glass to the spider fittings shall be thru a Stainless
Steel (Gr. 316) threaded collar;
• Noise due to metal to metal contact shall be eliminated thru Noncompressible
vulcanised fibre gaskets;
• Clamping load distribution shall be thru Stainless Steel (Gr. 316) washer having
ultimate tensile strength, Ftu = 600 MPa;
• Locking mechanism shall be fully secured and full tightened thru Stainless Steel (Gr.
316) nut in place and spring washer.
2.3.28. Point Fixing System
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a. Tension Rods
Tension Rods shall be High Strength Duplex or Super-duplex grade 316 with finish as
specified by the Architect. It shall have no exposed threads and its capacity shall be
verified. The capacity of the rods at threaded locations, spanner rebates, and at forged
ends shall be tested.
Products shall be comparable to those produced by McCalls (UK), Tri Pyramid (USA),
Ronstan (AU), DEHA (GE).
b. Castings
Castings shall be Stainless Steel Grade CF8M and finish shall be as specified by the
Architect. It shall be tested Ultrasonically at a rate of 1 in 10 to confirm they are free from
metal defects. Load testing shall be at a rate of 1 in 20 of each casting.
Products shall be comparable to those produced by Hycast (AU), Tri Pyramind (US),
McCalls (UK), DEHA (GE), SECM (FR).
c. Testing Code Compliance
• Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI) - BS 4080 Pt 1
• Dye Penetrant Inspection (DPI) – BS 4080 Pt 2
• X-ray – ASTM E446/ASTM E186
• Ultrasonic – BS 6208
d. Planar Type Connectors
Planar Type connectors shall be Stainless Steel (Gr. 316) and shall be Conical tapered
nuts at the rear end as fittings with no exposed thread at the back of assembly. It shall be
UV resistant material with a 50 year design life.
The connectors shall be designed to resist combined tension and bending due to dead
load support of glass for the worst out of tolerance condition.
2.3.29. Suspension Rods

Suspension Rods shall be High Strength Low Thermal Expansion Ferritic Austenitic 2205
Duplex Stainless Steel with Ultimate Tensile Stength, FTu=800 MPa.
3. EXECUTION
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3.1. Site Examination
3.1.1. Field Measurement

The main contractor shall establish the basic control lines and benchmarks on each floor.
Upon examination and confirmation of the Façade Contractor, these reference lines and
grades are then handed over to them for their field measurements needed to continue with
the installation. In case site conditions were found to hinder proper execution of façade
works, it is the responsibility of the Façade Contractor to notify the Main Contractor, by
writing, and initiate the needed action to resolve the reported issue. Installation of façade
works shall not continue until any issue is resolved or an agreement is met by all involved
parties.
3.1.2. Construction Tolerance
The Façade Contractor shall allow ample construction tolerances on their design as stated
in section 1.9.5 paragraph 3.
3.2. Installation Preparatory Works
3.2.1. Supplier’s Recommendations

The Façade Contractor shall comply with and implement the supplier’s recommendations
for proper handling, storage, and installation
3.2.2. Site Safety Requirements
All Local Municipality Building Regulations, National Building Regulations as well as other
government mandated safety and health requirements shall be complied to by the Façade
Contractor at all times. This includes the use and specification of equipment used such as
cranes, scaffolds, gondolas, etc… as well as all steelworks, temporary or permanent.
3.2.3. Steel Works
The Façade Contractor shall be liable for the structural soundness and stability of their
steel works until it is handed over. All temporary bracings must be considered to account
for forces which will render the structure unstable.
All mechanical fixtures and welds shall only be tightened and applied upon confirmation
that the steelwork is properly aligned, leveled, and plumbed.
Storage and handling of steel shall be done in a manner which will not damage the
coatings. Open ends of hollow sections must always be protected from ingress of water or
any deleterious substance.
Weld slags shall be removed and paint primer shall be applied over welds. Paint or
galvanizing damaged by welding shall be applied with touch-up paint.
3.2.4. Anchorage
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Anchoring to concrete shall be in accordance to approved shop or embed layout drawings
and shall consider three-way (up/down, left/right, in/out) movement.
Upon final adjustment, slotted and oversized hole connections shall be fixed. Friction
connection and/or surface indentation of the fastened part shall not be considered fixed
and secured.
3.3. Installation
Materials and components used in the façade system shall be in accordance to the approved shop
drawings. Any change or substitution shall be submitted for approval.
All window panels, materials, and components of the façade system must be new and in pristine
condition. Damaged materials must never be used.
The Façade Contractor shall postpone complete enclosure of the façade system.
Workmen, installers, and specialty craftsmen shall be properly trained, well experienced and briefed
before foregoing any works. The client and its representatives has the right to check the credentials of
the people engaged in the façade works. If at any time, a personnel shows incompetence regarding
his respective job, the client or its representative has right to dismiss the personnel off the job site and
request a replacement without incurring additional cost to the client and without causing delay to the
project.
Shall there be a need for an open access within the area of the façade, the Façade Contractor shall
postpone installation at that area until directed by the Main Contractor. Alternate detailing at this area
may also be provided such that later installation may be accommodated.
3.3.1. Window Wall, Glazing or Stick Type System
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For a more consistent quality of façade works, factory assembled systems are preferred
over site glazing. Hence, site glazing shall only be permitted if it is established that off-site
glazing is impossible. Approval for on-site Structural Glazing shall only be given if the
Façade Contractor submitted a Glazing Method Statement complete with activities such
as deglazing, cleaning, priming, sealant application, provision of temporary support, and
testing. The Glazing Method Statement may be provided as a section of the Project
Manual stated in section 1.7.9.
Installation of glass must ensure watertightness, airtightness, and structural adequacy
against loads and movements without causing failure or deterioration to any glazing
component.
The façade contractor shall check the opening for its squareness, plumbness, and
adherence to accepted tolerances. If found non-compliant, glazing shall only pursue upon
corrections.
a. Glazing Logbook
The glazing team of the Façade Contractor must document all of their works as written
in the glazing logbook. It must have the following requirements as a minimum:
1) At the initial pages, the details and experience of each glazing team member
including their certification from the sealant supplier;
2) Date and names of glazing personnel working on the said date;
3) Tag/identity/sequence number of glazed panel as well as the intended area for
glazing and a graphical representation of the working area with respect to the
whole building;
4) Sealant details such as manufacturer, type, color, and batch number;
5) Temperature inside and outside the glazing area (or factory);
6) Manufacturers and types of accessories used (e.g. tape, backing rod, setting
block, etc…);
7) Test results based on QC requirements (adhesion test, deglazing test); and
8) Signature and certification of supervisor.
The Façade Contractor must provide separate glazing logbook for structural glazing
having the same details listed above.
b. Setting Blocks
Weight of glass units must be supported by setting blocks, fully engaged to the glass
before application of structural sealant. In no case shall the structural silicone be
allowed to support the weight of the glass panel.
c. Certification
Assembled frames for the glazing must be certified to accommodate all glazing
clearances and tolerances related to bow, warp, and twist characteristics of the glass.
The adhesive bond between the structural adhesives and the contact surface must be
certified as adequate or if primers are required for adequacy.
The structural glazing adhesive must be certified and tested through ASTM C1087 for
its compatibility with the adjacent materials. It must not cause defects or any detrimental
damage to all adjacent materials as well.
Calculation requirements as listed in section 1.7.7.b.4 as well as clearances provided in
shop drawings must certified by the sealant manufacturer. 50
d. Cleaning
Joint surfaces must be cleaned before installation of backer rod and before application
of sealant. All deleterious and foreign objects, including protective tapes and removable
films, must be removed to ensure bond of sealant.
Surfaces to be masked must also be cleaned before application of film or tape.
Glass and aluminum surfaces must only be cleaned using clean and lint-free cloths and
mild cleaning compounds. Façade Contractor must apply two-wipe method of cleaning
– first wipe is to dry and clean the surface while the second wipe is to apply the cleaning
compound. In no case shall the cleaning compound be allowed to air-dry on the
substrate.
Porous substrates such as concrete and masonry must be cleaned where necessary by
grinding, mechanical abrasion, and/or detergent washing. Concrete laitance must be
removed mechanically and formwork oils must be removed by blast cleaning.
Acid washing shall only be allowed if approved through writing. The sealant
manufacturer shall recommend the manner of sealant application to ensure proper
adhesion.
e. Priming
Primer must be applied as recommended by the sealant manufacturer. Also, other
preparatory works such as surface roughening and removal of protective coating is
allowed as recommended by the sealant manufacturer.
f. Contamination of Adjoining Surfaces
The Façade contractor must not allow primer or sealer to migrate unto adjoining
surfaces. Thoroughly clean and apply ample protection to surfaces or joints prone to
contamination.
g. Sealant Accessories
Backer rods must be installed as approved in shop drawings and recommended by the
sealant manufacturer. It must be of proper depth to ensure sealant dimensions as
indicated in the shop drawings. It must be compressed between 25% to 50% when
installed.
Bond breakers must be applied to ensure there are no three-way adhesion as
recommended by the sealant manufacturer.
h. Sealant Expiration Dates
The Façade Contractor, through documents such as purchase dockets and confirmation
from the sealant manufacturer, must ensure that the applied silicone is within its
remaining shelf life.
i. Sealant Dimensions
Sealant bite or width shall be in accordance with the structural calculation and shown in
the shop drawings. Sealant depth must be the minimum of 6mm or half the joint width or
as specified by the Sealant Manufacturer.
j. Sealant Application
Before application of sealant, ambient temperature and humidity conditions must be
checked and must be within conditions recommended by the sealant manufacturers.
Sealant must be applied under pressure uniformly and continuously without gaps and/or
air pockets. Vertical joints must be slightly concave and below adjoining surfaces while 51
horizontal joints must convex. Tooling is a must to ensure formation of a compacted
bead. Tooling aid or lubricant must not be used unless specified by the sealant
manufacturer. Excess sealant must be removed to provide neat and smooth adjacent
surfaces. Masking materials must be removed after cleaning of excess sealants.
k. Curing
Curing must be compliant with the supplier’s recommendations for both off and on site
applied sealant. Temporary fixings must not be removed until sealant is fully cured.
3.4. Site QA/QC
The Façade Contractor must provide a site QA/QC representative all throughout the installation works.
Any deviation from approved from shop drawings must be noted and incorporated in the as-built
drawings. Proper filing of site documents must be observed.
3.5. Protection and Cleaning
The Façade Contractor shall maintain cleanliness at the work area and regularly remove all debris,
waste, rejected or excess materials at a manner prescribed by the Main Contractor. Upon completion
of installation, the façade system must undergo final cleaning to remove all marks, stains, laitance,
etc… Final cleaning must include a pre-rinse water spray removing abrasive particles before using
squeegee with mild soap. Finished work must be free from physical defects such as scratches, dents,
and abrasion as well as foreign objects such as labels and stickers. Diluted acids, in any ratio, must
not be used in cleaning the façade system. Any dirt or residue which cannot be cleaned with potable
water and soft brushes can be cleaned by other prescribed solution provided that it is proven and
tested to cause no harm or defects to each façade components.
The Façade Contractor is responsible in providing all materials including a temporary BMU for the
cleaning of the external façade.
Upon completion of adjacent works done by others, the Façade Contractor shall inspect the work
area, repair all damage or defects, and if applicable, apply proper trimming and sealant. Damaged due
to works done by others, direct and directly, can be recompensed at a reasonable cost from that
specific contractor.
The Façade Contractor shall be responsible for the protection and handling of their products and its
respective components through all stages of the façade works.
All exposed components of the window wall system must be provided with protective covering by the
Façade Contractor. Markings and notice to other contractors must also be provided on exposed
components to help in preventing damages.
3.6. Façade System Maintenance
3.6.1. Structural Silicone

The Façade Contractor shall visually inspect the structural silicone with client or its
representative after project completion at a regular basis (1st after 6 months, 2nd after 1
year, 3rd until end of warranty every 2 years). At least 10 samples shall be removed on site
and delivered to the sealant manufacturer for further testing. Holes will be cleaned and
filled with new and compatible silicone.
3.6.2. As-built Drawings
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The Façade Contractor must submit five (5) copies of As-built drawings to the Project
Architect. The as-built drawings shall be signed and sealed by an authorize company
representative from the contractor.
3.6.3. Maintenance Manual
The Façade Contractor must submit five (5) copies of maintenance manual to the Project
Architect as described in section 1.7.9 paragraph 3.
3.6.4. Training of Client’s Representative
The Façade Contractor shall conduct a training to the client’s representative or the
building managers regarding the following:
a. Proper cleaning of window wall;
b. Ways to prevent surface finishing damages, glass damages and glass breakage; and
c. What to do in case of glass breakage.
4. APPENDIX
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A. Project Wall Types
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B. Project Wind Load Chart
(+0.3/-2.0) kPa
C.
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(+0.3/-2.0) kPa
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(+0.3/-2.0) kPa
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(+0.3/-2.0) kPa
D. Materials and Finishes Schedule
1) Glass
Transmittance Reflectance U-Value Shading

Type Description Visible Solar Ultra- VL - VL - Solar Winter Summer
Coefficient
Light Energy violet Exterior Interior Energy (W/m²-°K) (W/m²-°K)
GL-01 8mm Thk Typ Glass FT 88.40% 77.10% 59.50% 8.05% 8.05% 7.12% 5.26 4.92 0.94
GL-02 6mm Thk Typ Glass FT 88.36% 77.07% 62.48% 8.04% 8.04% 7.00% 6.00 5.35 0.94
2) Finishes
Interior Exterior
Wall Type Component
Color Coating Color Coating
1 Aluminum Surfaces PVDF PVDF
2 Steel Sections HDG HDG
Check with Check with
3 Stainless Steel
Architect Architect
E. Proposed Façade System Material List
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(To be filled up by the Façade Contractor)
Component Product Name Manufacturer Country of Origin

GLASS
GL-01
GL-02
GL-03
ALUMINUM PANELS
Aluminum Sheet Panels
Paint Finish
Anodising Finish
METAL PANELS
Metal Sheet Panels
Paint Finish
ALUMINUM EXTRUSION
Anodising Finish
Paint Finish
ANCHORING
Cast-in Plates
Post Installed Anchors
STEEL FRAMING
ACCESSORIES
Screws & Bolts
Gasket
Backpan
Insulation
Firestop
Smokeseal
Weather Sealant
Structural Silicone
Flashing
OTHERS (LIST DOWN)
F. Contractor Checklist/Guide (SAMPLE)
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1) Tender Requirement
Included?
Item Submittal Content Verified
Yes No
Partial Elevation 1 ☐ ☐ sign
Partial Elevation 2 ☐ ☐ sign
Drawing Registry ☐ ☐ sign
Material List ☐ ☐ sign
1 Shop Drawings
Wall type 1 Details ☐ ☐ sign
Design Criteria ☐ ☐ sign
Loadings ☐ ☐ sign
Glass & Glazing ☐ ☐ sign
Cladding ☐ ☐ sign
Structural
2 Vertical Frames ☐ ☐ sign
Calculations
Horizontal Frames ☐ ☐ sign
Connections ☐ ☐ sign
Anchoring to Concrete ☐ ☐ sign
Software Model Softcopy ☐ ☐ sign
3 General Programme ☐ ☐ sign
4 Quality Plan Outline ☐ ☐ sign
5 Materials Schedule (see attachment) ☐ ☐ sign
Written Confirmation of providing Warranty for the
6 ☐ ☐ sign
Façade Components
7 Organizational Chart & Curriculum Vitae of Key Staff ☐ ☐ sign
8 Installation Method Statement ☐ ☐ sign
9 Installation Manpower & Equipment Loading ☐ ☐ sign
10 List of current and completed jobs within past 5 years ☐ ☐ sign
Written Conformance to the Façade Tenchical
11 ☐ ☐ sign
Specification
2) Post-Award Requirements
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Projected
Activity Verified
Submission Date Date Submitted
PROGRAMME
Shop Drawings and Calculation

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submission
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VMU Click or tap to enter a date. Click or tap to enter a date. sign
PMU Click or tap to enter a date. Click or tap to enter a date. sign
Procurement Click or tap to enter a date. Click or tap to enter a date. sign
Manufacturing Click or tap to enter a date. Click or tap to enter a date. sign
Assembly Click or tap to enter a date. Click or tap to enter a date. sign
Shipment to Site Click or tap to enter a date. Click or tap to enter a date. sign
Installation of Embeds Click or tap to enter a date. Click or tap to enter a date. sign
Installation of Panels Click or tap to enter a date. Click or tap to enter a date. sign
Cleaning Click or tap to enter a date. Click or tap to enter a date. sign
Handover Click or tap to enter a date. Click or tap to enter a date. sign
MATERIAL SAMPLES
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Cladding Click or tap to enter a date. Click or tap to enter a date. sign
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Smokeseal Click or tap to enter a date. Click or tap to enter a date. sign
PMU
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Structural Calculations Click or tap to enter a date. Click or tap to enter a date. sign
Steel Chamber Drawings Click or tap to enter a date. Click or tap to enter a date. sign
Brochure or Company Profile of Test

Laboratoy
PMU focused Programme/Schedule

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Laboratory
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Setting Out for Façade Works Click or tap to enter a date. Click or tap to enter a date. sign
Die List with Paint Area Illustrated Click or tap to enter a date. Click or tap to enter a date. sign
Supports and Embedment to the

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STRUCTURAL CALCULATIONS
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Load Derivation Click or tap to enter a date. Click or tap to enter a date. sign
Glass & Glazing Click or tap to enter a date. Click or tap to enter a date. sign
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TECHNICAL FAÇADE

Lyceum of the Philippines University Town

Doc. No. [FTS-63/2-01-01_0]

Architect CASAS + Architects

1.2. System Description

• WT-01 – 300 MM Aerofoil Louvers at Ground Floor;

• Concrete and other load bearing external walls;

1.3. Building Sustainability and Environmental Considerations

1.4. Related Works and Interface with other Trades

1.5. Façade Contractor’s Scope of Works

1.6.1. Aluminum Association (AA)

AA DM-105 2005 Aluminum Design Manual

1.6.2. American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA)

Standard Test Method for Water Penetration of Windows,

1.6.3. American Concrete Institute (ACI)

Buiding Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and

1.6.5. American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC)

AISC 325-2005 Steel Construction Manual, Thirteenth Edition

1.6.6. American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)

1.6.7. International Building Code (IBC)

IBC 2006 International Building Code

1.6.8. American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM)

ASTM A36/A36M-14 Standard Specification for Carbon Structural Steel

1.6.9. American Welding Society (AWS)

AWS D1.1/D1.1M:2015 Structural Welding Code-Steel

1.6.10. Glass Association of North America (GANA)

GANA GANA Glazing Manual, 50th Anniversary Edition

1.6.11. Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI)

PCI Design Handbook Precast & Prestressed Concrete, 7th Edition

1.6.12. National Association of Architectural Metal Manufacturers (NAAMM)

NAAMM AMP 500-2006 Metal Finishes Manual

1.6.13. American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)

Energy Standard for Building except Low Rise (Residential

1.6.14. Euro Codes (BS/BS EN)

ISO Metric Precision Hexagon Bolts, Screws and Nuts.

1.6.15. National/Local Standards

C101-10 National Structural Code of the Philippines 2010

1.7.2. Façade Works Programme

1.7.3. Material Samples

Timeframe: within 2 weeks after installation or prior to installation

1.7.4. Government Coordination Documents

1.7.5. Performance Mockup (PMU) – NOT APPLICABLE

1.7.6. Shop Drawings

f. All support and embedment to base structure

1.7.7. Structural Calculations

1.7.8. Site Drawings

The Installation/Method Statement Manual shall include:

The Operations & Maintenance Manual shall include:

The Project Quality Plan shall include:

The Project Health, Safety, and Environment Plan shall include:

1.9. Performance and Testing Requirements

1.9.2. Air Tightness

1.9.3. Water Tightness

1.9.4. Structural Performance

a. Wind Load shall be in accordance to Mapping as shown in Appendix B.

1.9.5. Provision for Movement

Movement due to: Value

Inter-story differential vertical movement of +27 mm/-27 mm shall be accommodated by the

Inter-story differential vertical movement of +26 mm/-26 mm shall be accommodated by the

Movement due to: Value

1.9.7. Structural Glazing

1.9.8. Smoke Isolation and Fire Resistance

1.10. Quality Assurance

1.10.1. Quality Plan