Olldcastlebe Signature Series Unit Wall User Manual
BuildingEnvelope
SIGNATURE SERIES UNIT WALL
INSTALLATION MANUAL
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JULY 2013
Note: Installation Manual is product specific:
FOR REFERENCE ONLY
SIGNATURE SERIES UNIT WALL INSTALLATION MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SHEET
GENERAL INFORMATION
Product Use
Protection and Storage
Check Material
Field Conditions
Cleaning Materials
Expansion Joints
LAYOUT MULLION AND ANCHOR CENTERLINES
Check Structural Opening
Layout Mullion and Anchor Centerlines
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3
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4
4
4
5
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LOCATE AND INSTALL ANCHORS
INSTALL ANCHOR HOOKS
HOISTING FRAMES
STARTER SILL CONDITION
Install Starter Sill
Check and Properly Locate PVC Spacers
Proper Seal at Starter Sill
Install Horizontal Air Seal Gasket
INSTALL GROUND FLOOR FRAMES
Install the First Frame
Install Adjacent Frames at Ground Floor
INSTALL UPPER LEVEL FRAMES
Seal the Joint
Install Horizontal Air Seal Gasket
Seal Hoisting Holes for Windload Anchor Lug Option
Install First Frame at Upper Level
Install Adjacent Frames at Upper Level
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8-9
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10-11
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13-14
15-16
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18
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20-21
JAMB FRAME CONDITION
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SIGNATURE SERIES UNIT WALL INSTALLATION MANUAL
GENERAL INFORMATION
PRODUCT USE
The unitized curtain wall system is intended for installation by glazing professionals with appropriate
experience. Subcontractors must be qualified to provide field instruction and project management.
Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope does not control the application of its product configurations, sealant or
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glazing material and assumes no responsibility for the application. It is the responsibility of the owner,
architect and installer to make these selections in strict compliance with applicable laws and building
codes.
Consult silicone sealant manufacturer for review and recommendation of sealant application. Follow
sealant manufacturer's recommendations and literature for proper cleaning, testing and application of
silicone sealant.
The air and water performance of the unitized curtain wall is directly related to the completeness and
integrity of the installation process. To ensure top performance for this system, particular attention
should be given to the following procedures:
1. Surface to be sealed should be cleaned with isopropyl alcohol or solvent and dried as
recommended by sealant manufacturer to remove dirt and cutting oils.
2. Vertical movement of mullion at intermediate floors requires special expansion joints and glazing
materials. The system permit maximum +/-3/4" movement. For designs and applications that may
require greater movement or special considerations, please contact your local Oldcastle
BuildingEnvelope facility.
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Variations on the details shown may occur, but are not the responsibility of Oldcastle
BuildingEnvelope.
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PROTECTION AND STORAGE
Handle all material carefully. Do not drop from the truck, stack with adequate separation so the
material will not rub together. Store material off the ground, protecting against the elements and other
construction hazards by using a well ventilated covering. Remove material from package if wet or
located in a damp area. For further guidelines consult AAMA publication "Care And Handling of
Architectural Aluminum From Shop To Site".
CHECK MATERIAL
Check all material upon arrival at job site for quality and to determine any shipping damage. Using the
contract documents, completely check the surrounding conditions that will receive your materials.
Notify the general contractor by letter of any discrepancies before proceeding with the work. Failure to
do so constitutes acceptance of work by other trades.
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Check shop drawings, installation instructions, architectural drawings and shipping lists to become
familiar with the project. The shop drawings take precedence and include specific details for the
project. The assembly and installation instructions are of a general nature and cover the most
common conditions.
Due to varying job conditions all sealant must be approved by the sealant manufacturer to ensure it
will perform per conditions shown on the instructions and shop drawings. The sealant must be
compatible with all surfaces in which adhesion is required, including other sealant surfaces. Use
primers where directed by sealant manufacturer. Properly store sealant at the recommended
temperatures and check sealant for expiry and shelf life before using.
FIELD CONDITIONS
All material to be installed must be plumb, level and true. Aluminum to be placed in direct contact with
masonry or incompatible material should be isolated with a heavy coat of zinc chromate, bituminous
paint or non-metallic material unless otherwise specified. After sealant is set and a representative
amount of the wall has been glazed (250 sq. ft. or more), perform a water hose test in accordance
with AAMA 501.2 "Field Check of Metal Storefront, Curtain Walls and Slope Glazing Systems for
Water Leakage". On large projects the hose test must be repeated during the glazing operation.
Review anchors or embeds in structure as early as possible to confirm that 'as built' building structure
can accommodate anticipated anchor tolerances.
CLEANING MATERIALS
Cement, plaster terrazzo, alkaline and acid based materials used to clean masonry are very harmful
to finishes. Any residue should be removed with water and mild soap immediately or permanent
staining will occur. A spot test is recommended before any cleaning agent is used. Refer to the
architectural finish guide in the detail catalogue.
EXPANSION JOINTS
Expansion joints and perimeter joints shown in these instructions and in the shop drawings are shown
at nominal size. Actual dimensions may vary due to perimeter conditions and/or differences in metal
temperature between the time of fabrication and the time of assembly/installation. For example, a 12
foot unrestrained length of aluminum can expand or contract 3/32" over a temperature change of 50
degrees F. Any movement potential should be accounted for at the time of the assembly and
installation.
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LAYOUT MULLION AND ANCHOR CENTERLINES
GENERAL NOTE:
FRAMES ARE INTENDED TO BE INSTALLED FROM LEFT TO RIGHT WHEN VIEWED FROM
EXTERIOR.
DETAILING IN THIS INSTALLATION MANUAL MAY VARY FOR SPECIFIC PROJECTS.
1. CHECK STRUCTURAL OPENING
Slab or beam elevation must be within adjustment of anchoring system.
Structural surfaces to receive anchoring system must be level and plumb within the adjustment limits
at head, sill and jamb. See approved shop drawings for allowable adjustment.
2. LAYOUT MULLION AND ANCHOR CENTERLINES
Centerline of
mullion
±1/32"
1 1/2" 1 1/2" 1 1/2" 1 1/2"
Face of slab/beam
Typical
captured
mullion
2.50"
±1" building
Centerline of
mullion
tolerances
±1/32"
Typical
SSG
mullion
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LOCATE AND INSTALL ANCHORS
1. LOCATE AND INSTALL ANCHORS
See approved shop drawings for anchor types and locations.
Locate centerline of aluminum anchor at the mark for centerline of mullion.
Adjust alum anchor bracket for in and out. Apply aluminum serrated washers. Make final in and out
adjustment prior to tightening the anchor bolt in place.
Face of slab/beam
Back of mullion
Location of this point
is CRITICAL! Field survey
may be required
Back of mullion
3 1/2" slot
for in/out adjustments
Mullion/anchor
centerline
Reference shop drawings for
actual anchor configuration
and/or project specific
information.
Anchor bolt (ref. shop drawings
for specific fastener info/torque
requirements)
Alum serrated washer
Alum anchor bracket
2 1/2"
±1" building tolerances
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Face of slab/beam
Reference field conditions.
Isolator required to prevent
galvanic reaction.
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