Window Film Architectural Specification
for Building Project
Natural 50 Window Film
PART
1 GENERAL
1.1 SECTION INCLUDES
A.
Solar control film applied to existing glass.
1.2
REFERENCES
A. American Society for
Testing Materials (ASTM)
B. American Society of Heating,
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
C.
Association of Industrial Metallizers, Coaters and Laminators (AIMCAL)
D.
American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
E.
International Standards Organization (ISO)
F.
International Window Film Association (IWFA)
1.3
SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: Manufacturer's
data sheets on each product to be used, including:
1 Physical properties and independent testing agency reports showing compliance
with specified tests.
2
Preparation instructions and recommendations.
3 Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
4 Installation methods.
B.
Verification Samples: For each finish product
specified, two samples, minimum size 6 inches (150 mm) square, representing actual product, color, and patterns.
1.4
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Manufacturer Qualifications: Solar film manufacturer shall be the standard product
of a manufacturer regularly engaged in the manufacture and distribution of such products in satisfactory use for a minimum
of 2 years.
B. Installer Qualifications: Documented experience in the application of self adhesive
window films with at least 10 applications of similar size and complexity, and approved by the solar film manufacturer and
distributor
C. Mock-Up: Provide a mock-up for evaluation of surface preparation
techniques and application workmanship.
1
Apply film to one window designated by Architect.
2 Do not proceed with remaining work until workmanship and color, is approved
by Architect.
1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND
HANDLING
A. Store products indoors in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for
installation.
1.6 PROJECT CONDITIONS
A.
Maintain environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, and ventilation) within limits recommended by manufacturer
for optimum results. Do not install products under environmental conditions outside manufacturer's
absolute limits.
1.7 WARRANTY
A. Provide film manufacturer's limited
warranty against failure of film, including change of color, peeling, bubbling, rippling, cracking, delamination and demetalization;
include cost of material and labor for removal and reinstallation. Duration of warranty shall be as follows:
1
Ten Year Limited Warranty for the following products:
a. ASWF Nature 50
PART
2 PRODUCTS
2.1
MANUFACTURERS
A. Acceptable Manufacturer:
American Standard Window Film, which is located at: 3135 Marco Street, Las Vegas, NV; Toll Free Tel: 877.989.3456; Tel: 713.681.3000;
Email: request info (info@solarcontrolfilmsinc.com); Web:
www.aswftexas.com
2.2
SOLAR CONTROL FILM
A. ASWF Nature 50 solar control film shall have the following properties when applied to
1/4 inch (6 mm) clear float glass.
1 Film Performance Results, Nominal
a. Solar Transmittance 44 percent
b. Solar Absorptance 43 percent
c. Solar Reflectance 13 percent
d. Visible Light Transmittance 49
percent
e.
Visible Light Reflectance (Exterior) 14 percent
f. Visible Light Reflectance (Interior) 12 percent
g.
Shading Coefficient .67
h. Solar Heat Gain Coefficient .58
i. Ultraviolet Light Blocked
(300-380 nanometers) greater than 99 percent
j. Total Solar Energy Rejected
42 percent
2 Physical and Thermal Properties, Nominal
a. Film Thickness: 1.5 mils (38
microns).
b.
Tensile Strength 30,000 lbs/sq in (2,110 kg/cm sq)
c. Combustion Rate Negligible
d. Melting Point 260-265 degrees
C
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly prepared.
B.
If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of unsatisfactory preparation
before proceeding.
3.2 PREPARATION
A.
Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation.
B. Prepare surfaces using
the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the best result for the substrate under the project conditions.
3.3
INSTALLATION
A. Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. Installation must
be accomplished by a recognized professional installer of film for energy control purposes. Completed work
must meet IWFA visual acceptance standard.
B. Install without bubbles, ripples, drips, dirt, cuts, tears or gaps between film
and frame.
C. Clean newly installed film and window frames after installation.
D.
Clean up cleaning solutions, run-off cleaning water and adhesive mounting solution.
3.4
PROTECTION
A. Protect installed products
until completion of project.
B. Where installed film
could be damaged by subsequent construction provide tape warning strips or barricades to prevent contact.
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OF SECTION
