Buro Happold Façade Engineering

Outline Building Envelope Performance Specification

City North, Islington

Ref: REV 01
th
Date: 19 December 2013

Buro Happold Ltd Building Envelope Performance Specification for City North Rev 01
 Revision Description Issued by Date Checked

Draft For comment by RJ LS 25.02.13

01 For tender RW 19.12.13 LS

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CONTENTS

PART 1: GENERAL.............................................................................................................. 8
1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................... 8
1.1 Relevant documents ............................................................................................ 10
1.2 Definitions............................................................................................................ 10
2 DESCRIPTION OF WORKS ....................................................................................... 11
2.1 Project general description .................................................................................. 11
2.2 Scope .................................................................................................................. 11
2.3 External Wall System (EWS) types covered by this specification ......................... 12
2.4 Glazing infill panel types covered by this specification ......................................... 12
3 DESIGN ...................................................................................................................... 12
3.1 Design principles ................................................................................................. 12
3.2 Design and service life......................................................................................... 12
3.3 Design responsibility ............................................................................................ 13
3.4 Approvals ............................................................................................................ 13
4 COORDINATION ........................................................................................................ 13
4.1 General................................................................................................................ 13
4.2 Provision of wireways .......................................................................................... 14
5 SUBMISSIONS ........................................................................................................... 14
5.1 Tender stage ....................................................................................................... 14
5.2 Comments period ................................................................................................ 15
5.3 Post-contract drawings ........................................................................................ 15
5.4 Post-contract calculations and other technical submissions ................................. 16
5.5 Post-contract method statements ........................................................................ 16
5.6 Post-contract samples ......................................................................................... 16
5.7 Mock-ups for visual approval ............................................................................... 17
5.8 Quality plan ......................................................................................................... 17
5.9 Benchmark Installations....................................................................................... 17
5.10 QMS Procedures ................................................................................................. 17
6 MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................................... 18
6.1 Maintenance strategy .......................................................................................... 18
6.2 Maintenance manual/Health & Safety File ........................................................... 18
The maintenance manual shall include a Residual Risk and Hazard Identification scheudule
for the maintenance activities. PART 2: PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS ................... 18
7 LOADINGS AND PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS ............................................... 19
7.1 Dead loading ....................................................................................................... 19
7.2 Wind loading ........................................................................................................ 19
7.3 Live loading ......................................................................................................... 19
7.4 Security loadings ................................................................................................. 19
7.5 Deflection limits under loading in the plane of the facade .................................... 20
7.6 Deflection limits under loading normal to the facade ............................................ 20
7.7 Impact resistance ................................................................................................ 21
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 7.8 Movements .......................................................................................................... 22
7.9 Cladding design system principles ....................................................................... 23
7.10 Resistance to air penetration ............................................................................... 23
7.11 Resistance to water penetration .......................................................................... 23
7.12 Thermal insulation ............................................................................................... 23
7.13 Project environmental conditions ......................................................................... 24
7.14 Acoustic performance .......................................................................................... 25
7.15 Solar control performance ................................................................................... 25
7.16 Condensation control performance ...................................................................... 25
7.17 Performance of services penetrations in the cladding .......................................... 26
7.18 Doors – weather performance ............................................................................. 26
7.19 Windows – weather performance......................................................................... 26
7.20 Windows and doors - operating forces ................................................................. 26
7.21 Roof and wall drainage ........................................................................................ 27
7.1 Anti-Slip requirement ........................................................................................... 27
7.2 Electrical continuity .............................................................................................. 27
7.3 Fire performance ................................................................................................. 27
7.4 Fixtures for cleaning ............................................................................................ 28
7.5 Dissimilar materials ............................................................................................. 28
7.6 Anti-graffiti measures ........................................................................................... 28
7.7 Bird deterrents ..................................................................................................... 28
7.1 Pest infestations .................................................................................................. 28
7.2 Incorporation of ventilation requirements ............................................................. 28
7.3 Statutory and Planning Requirements ................................................................. 28
PART 3: MATERIALS, FINISHES AND WORKMANSHIP ................................................. 29
8 ALUMINIUM ................................................................................................................ 29
8.1 Aluminium sections and profiles .......................................................................... 29
8.2 Structural design.................................................................................................. 29
8.3 Thermal breaks.................................................................................................... 29
8.4 Aluminium sheeting ............................................................................................. 29
8.5 Anodising............................................................................................................. 29
8.6 Polyester powder coating .................................................................................... 30
8.7 PVDF (PVF2) coating ........................................................................................... 33
8.8 Aluminium welding ............................................................................................... 33
8.9 Aluminium profile fabrication tolerances............................................................... 33
8.10 Aluminium sheet fabrication tolerances ............................................................... 33
8.11 Grinding ............................................................................................................... 34
8.12 Protection ............................................................................................................ 34
9 MILD STEEL ............................................................................................................... 34
9.1 Grades of steel .................................................................................................... 34
9.1 Structural design.................................................................................................. 35
9.2 Material forms ...................................................................................................... 35
9.3 Nuts and bolts...................................................................................................... 35
9.4 Welding ............................................................................................................... 35
9.5 Protection ............................................................................................................ 35
9.6 Site Applied Steel Framing Systems .................................................................... 35
9.7 Hot dipped galvanising ........................................................................................ 36
9.8 Serrated fixings.................................................................................................... 36
9.9 Site grinding ........................................................................................................ 36
9.10 Protection ............................................................................................................ 36

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 9.11 Architectural steelwork ......................................................................................... 36
9.12 Mild steel fabrication tolerances ........................................................................... 36
10 STAINLESS STEEL .................................................................................................... 37
10.1 Material................................................................................................................ 37
10.2 Structural design.................................................................................................. 37
10.3 Finish ................................................................................................................... 37
10.4 Stainless steel fixings .......................................................................................... 37
10.5 Protection ............................................................................................................ 37
10.6 Stainless steel fabrication tolerances: .................................................................. 37
11 GLASS ........................................................................................................................ 38
11.1 General................................................................................................................ 38
11.2 Structural design.................................................................................................. 38
11.3 Edge working ....................................................................................................... 38
11.4 Defects ................................................................................................................ 38
11.5 Cutting to size ...................................................................................................... 38
11.6 Labels .................................................................................................................. 38
11.7 Metal contact ....................................................................................................... 38
11.8 Holes ................................................................................................................... 39
11.9 Thermal stress ..................................................................................................... 39
11.10 Toughened glass ............................................................................................. 39
11.11 Heat strengthened glass .................................................................................. 39
11.12 Laminated glass............................................................................................... 40
11.13 Sealed insulating glass units ............................................................................ 40
11.14 IGU spacers..................................................................................................... 40
11.15 IGU warranties ................................................................................................. 41
11.16 Surface treatments .......................................................................................... 41
11.17 Manifestation ................................................................................................... 41
11.18 Identification stamps ........................................................................................ 41
11.19 Glass fabrication tolerances ............................................................................. 41
11.20 Appearance of glass on site ............................................................................. 42
11.21 Curved Glazing. ............................................................................................... 42
11.22 Back Painted Glass ......................................................................................... 42
11.23 Enameled Glazing. .......................................................................................... 42
12 GLASS REINFORCED CONCRETE (GRC) ................................................................ 42
12.1 General................................................................................................................ 42
13 TIMBER OR GRASS COMPOSITES .......................................................................... 43
14 PRECAST CONCRETE .............................................................................................. 43
14.1 General................................................................................................................ 43
14.2 Fabrication........................................................................................................... 43
14.3 Installation ........................................................................................................... 45
15 GASKETS AND SPACERS ......................................................................................... 47
15.1 Gaskets ............................................................................................................... 47
15.2 Spacer shims and distance pieces....................................................................... 48
15.3 Nylon components ............................................................................................... 48
16 SETTING AND LOCATION BLOCKS .......................................................................... 48
17 SEALANTS AND BACKING MATERIALS ................................................................... 48

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 17.1 Weather and air seals .......................................................................................... 48
17.2 Structural silicone ................................................................................................ 49
17.3 Backing materials ................................................................................................ 50
18 VAPOUR CONTROL LAYERS AND MEMBRANES .................................................... 50
18.1 Damp-proof Membrane........................................................................................ 50
18.2 Breather Membrane ............................................................................................. 50
18.3 Vapour Control Layers/ Air Leakage Barrier ........................................................ 50
19 INSULATION............................................................................................................... 50
19.1 Mineral wool ........................................................................................................ 50
19.2 Polyisocyanurate ................................................................................................. 51
20 FIRE AND SMOKE STOPS ......................................................................................... 51
21 FIXINGS...................................................................................................................... 51
22 INSULATED RENDER SYSTEM. ................................................................................ 51
22.1 Basic System Components .................................................................................. 52
22.2 Length of Warranty .............................................................................................. 53
22.3 Survey of Existing Walls / Substrates .................................................................. 53
22.4 Structural substrate:............................................................................................. 53
22.5 Substrate Preparation .......................................................................................... 53
22.6 Substrate Pre-treatment ...................................................................................... 53
22.7 Insulation support rails: ........................................................................................ 53
22.8 Method of fixing: .................................................................................................. 54
22.9 Materials .............................................................................................................. 55
22.10 Horizontal Fire Barriers. ................................................................................... 58
23 COMPOSITE METAL PANELS ................................................................................... 60
23.1 General................................................................................................................ 60
23.2 Composite metal panel tolerances ....................................................................... 60
24 GENERAL SITE WORKMANSHIP AND TOLERANCES ............................................. 60
24.1 General requirements .......................................................................................... 60
24.2 Installation tolerances .......................................................................................... 61
PART 4: TESTING ............................................................................................................. 62
25 OFF-SITE TESTING ................................................................................................... 62
25.1 Independent authority .......................................................................................... 62
25.2 Weather, air permeability and structural testing ................................................... 62
25.3 Impact testing ...................................................................................................... 62
25.4 Structural silicone testing ..................................................................................... 62
25.5 Building movement/racking testing ...................................................................... 63
25.6 Door Operation .................................................................................................... 63
25.7 Fragile glass roofs ............................................................................................... 63
25.8 Acoustic Testing .................................................................................................. 63
25.9 Fire Testing ......................................................................................................... 63
25.10 Aerodynamic testing of air intake/extract vents and louvres ............................. 63
26 ON-SITE TESTING ..................................................................................................... 63
26.1 General cladding fixings ...................................................................................... 63
26.2 Site hose testing .................................................................................................. 63
26.3 Site testing of whole building for air leakage ........................................................ 64
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PART 5: REFERENCES ..................................................................................................... 65
27 LIST OF CODES AND STANDARDS REFERENCED IN THIS SPECIFICATION ....... 65
27.1 General documents ............................................................................................. 65
27.2 British Standards ................................................................................................. 66
27.3 British Standard EN ............................................................................................. 67
27.4 British Standard ISO ............................................................................................ 71
27.5 Preliminary Euronorms ........................................................................................ 71
27.6 American Standards ............................................................................................ 71
28 Appendix A: List of Architect’s drawings ..................................................................... 73
29 Appendix B: External Wall System Performance Matrix & Glass Matrix ..................... 73

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PART 1: GENERAL

1 INTRODUCTION
This document gives the technical performance and other requirements for the building
envelope to the following development.

City North Islington Trading Estate,

Fonthill Road & 8-10 Goodwin Street,
Islington
London N4
UK

Location Plan

The key organisations for the project are:

Joint Developer United House Developments

United House
Goldsel Road
Swanley, Kent.
BR8 8EX

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Joint Developer Buisness Design Group Ltd.
52 Upper Street
Islington
London
N1Q 0QH

Main Contractor United House Ltd

United House
Goldsel Road
Swanley, Kent.
BR8 8EX
UK

Architect Rolfe- Judd Architecture Ltd.

Old Church Court, Claylands
Road, The Oval,
London, UK
SW8 1NZc
UK h CouOvW8 1NZ

CDM Co-coordinator United House Ltd

United House
Goldsel Road
Swanley, Kent.
BR8 8EX
UK

Structural and Acoustic Arup

Engineer 13 Fitzroy Street
London
W1T 4BQ
UK

Fire Engineer H& H Fire

4 Royal Mint Court
London EX3N 4HJ
London

Services Engineer Whitecode Design Associates

Highfield House
No2 West Hill
Dartford
DA1 2EW
UK

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 1.1 Relevant documents
This specification shall be read in conjunction with the Contract Preliminaries and General
Conditions, as well as the following documents.

Document Reference
Rolfe Judd Specification
Rolfe Judd Drawings (Refer to Appendix A)
Structural engineer’s movements and tolerances report

Structural engineer’s loading report

Acoustic Report

Security engineer’s strategy report

Access and maintenance reports

Wind tunnel test reports

Fire strategy report

Architectural door and window schedules

BREEAM Report (RPS Group – BREEAM/CfSH Assessor)
CAD and Revit Standards
CWCT Standard for Systemised Building Envelopes. Parts 1 – to 8 and all
associated Technical Notes.
Code for Sustainable Homes

Premier Guarantee requirements

Specific Client requirement documents

All UK approved documents.

Secured by Design
Life time Homes

1.2 Definitions
In this document, “approve”, “approved”, “approval”, “agree”, agreed” or “agreement” means
by the contract administrator.

The term ‘Contractor’ in the following includes any specialist sub-contractor or trade
contractor.

The “Works” comprise the design, drawing, manufacture, testing and installation of all
building envelope systems and their interfaces but excluding traditional membrane roofing
systems.

Where references are to national standards, the Contractor may propose alternative
standards, subject to agreement. National Standards will prevail over European Standards,
which will prevail over other Standards.

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The version of the applicable Standard or Code shall be the version current at the time of the
contract award.

2 DESCRIPTION OF WORKS

2.1 Project general description

The City North Development is a mixed use development in Islington, North London. The
development consists of the following key elements;

Block A – 23 Story Residential tower

Block B – 23 Story Residential tower
Block C – 11 Story Residential/Retail/Commercial building
Block D - 5 Story Residential/Retail/Commercial building

2.2 Scope

The scope of the works comprises the complete building envelope including:

- Solid walls and roofs excluding traditional membrane roofing systems

- Wall and roof glazing, including vision glazing, spandrel panels and or shadowbox
constructions.
- Additional insulation and vapour barrier required to achieve overall u-value
requirements within internal lining zone.
- All cold rolled pre-galvanised site fixed framing systems including all insulation,
boarding, weather and breather membranes, as well as insulated render system and
finish and required accessories.
- Horizontal and vertical expansion joints in the cladding systems.
- Horizontal and vertical Fire stopping and smoke seal between the back of the
cladding systems and secondary or super structure.
- Any secondary steelwork supporting façade, including all brackets
- Freestanding steel screens and elements
- Horizontal and Vertical Aluminum Brise Soleil
- Opening windows and vents, including automatic opening and closing devices.
- Doors
- Roof copings and flashing
- Louvres and horizontal and vertical brise soleil
- Glazed Canopies
- Balconies including all cast in channels and thermally broken connections, as well as
associated drainage trays and decking.
- Glass and solid metal balustrade and handrails.
- Soffits
- Electrical continuity for lightning protection
- Artwork forming part of the façade.
- Louvres/Plenums/Spigots for the attachment of ventilation systems for intake/extract
through the façade.

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 - Interfaces between systems to provide continuity of air lines,water lines, thermal lines
and vapour barriers

2.3 External Wall System (EWS) types covered by this specification

External wall system are described in the Performance Matrix included in Appendix B of this
document.

2.4 Glazing infill panel types covered by this specification

Indicative glazing infill types are described in the Glazing Matrix included in Appendix B of
this document.

3 DESIGN

3.1 Design principles

The Architect’s drawings show the design intent and the general form of the cladding with
respect to the Works.

Drawings and information in this Specification are intended to show the general form and
arrangement of the cladding, and basic cladding systems, including modules and envelopes
of space allowed for cladding that must be adhered to. The contractor shall complete the
engineering design of the cladding to comply with this Specification and shall be responsible
for the design, supply and installation of the cladding.

The visual aspects of this design must be maintained. Within these constraints, the
Contractor may propose alternative methods of construction for consideration by the
Architect.

3.2 Design and service life

The Design Life of the building envelope systems and their interfaces according to BS ISO
15686 shall be at least 60 years, although individual components and assemblies may have
a lesser durability and need planned maintenance, repair or replacement during that period.

All primary components of the envelope, including all structural members and load-bearing
components, shall remain in position and meet structural stresses and loadings for a period
in excess of the required Design Life without the need for replacement. These are
“permanent” as defined in BS ISO 15686.

All secondary components, i.e. “replaceable elements” requiring repair and replacement
during the lifetime of the building (e.g. insulated glazing units), shall have a satisfactory in-
service performance of at least 25 years. The Contractor shall develop the design to allow
practical repair and replacement of secondary components as part of the facade
maintenance strategy.

The Service Life and Warranty of envelope systems and components must comply with the
Home Warranty Scheme requirements.

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A Schedule of Elements, stating the anticipated Service Life, maintenance requirements,
warranties and methods of replacement for all components, shall be provided by the
Contractor.

The Contractor shall confirm, using the process contained within BS ISO 15686, the
predicted Service Life and maintenance requirements of the primary and secondary
components of the building required to meet or exceed specified performance.

The service life of the component shall be considered to timed from the date of Practical
Completion.

3.3 Design responsibility

This is a performance specification, accompanied by drawings showing the design intent.
The Contractor shall be responsible for the development of this design intent into a
completed detailed design. Any alternatives or details shall not in any way relieve the
Contractor of design responsibility.

Glass thicknesses and types, and other structural sizes shown on the drawings and
scheuldes, are indicative of the Architect’s intent, and the Contractor shall be responsible for
all final structural sizing.

The Contractor shall be responsible for all calculations related to the Works and is
responsible for gaining the necessary local authority approvals for such calculations. These
calculations shall include structural, thermal, condensation, acoustics and drainage
calculations.

The Contractor shall complete calculations to demonstrate the suitability of all components
used in the construction. These shall be carried out to the relevant standards cited herein.
Where computer analysis is used, the Contractor shall include details of the software used,
the method of analysis and assumptions used, input and output data, and interpretation of
the results.

3.4 Approvals
The Contractor shall be responsible for submitting and seeking approval from Local
Authority, Approved Inspector, LUL, BR and Home Warranty Provider.

4 COORDINATION

4.1 General
The Contractor shall be responsible for coordinating with all other trades where interfaces
and abutments occur. The Contractor shall be responsible for coordinating with services,
including but not limited to lighting, public address system, communications cabling, CCTV,
advertising screens, antennae, drainage, ventilation, smoke venting, lighting protection and
signage.

The Contractor shall coordinate the design with connecting/supporting structures and
provide all connecting material to be incorporated into works by others, including cast-in
concrete fixings and metal bracketry.

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 4.2 Provision of wireways

The Contractor shall provide concealed wireways from the frame of all external
doors/windows/units for the following to a concealed location easily accessible by others for
completion of the works.

 Building security systems

 Door security contacts or links

 Automatic door mechanisms

 Warm air curtains

 Security cameras and intruder alarm contacts

 Smoke detection

 Façade and feature lighting

 PA/VA systems

 BMS links

5 SUBMISSIONS

5.1 Tender stage

With the tender the Contractor shall submit drawings and calculations showing the principles
of the design, in enough detail to demonstrate that the Contractor has understood the
requirements of the Works sufficiently to produce a confident tender. The drawings shall
show typical details of the principal façade systems at suitable scale. The information shall
include:

- Typical plans, sections and elevations

- Typical large scale details of principal details, at minimum of 1:5 scale, for principle
wall types; EWS 01a, 01b, 02a, 02b, 03a, 03b, 04a, 04b, 04c, 06a, 07c, 07d, 08a
- Typical large scale details of principal connections, at minimum of 1:5 scale.
- Preliminary structural and thermal calculations for glazed and solid curtain wall.
- Preliminary manufacturing and construction method statements
- Preliminary proposals for replacing damaged components
- Schedule of products and finishes
- List of non-compliances, and or exclusions in the work described in this document.

Samples at a minimum size of 300x300mm

- Double glazed insulated units including all coatings, and pvb interlayers
- Spandrel and shadow box glazing
- GFRC samples in proposed thickness and finish including any protective layers,
visual outer skins and or coatings.

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 - Polyester powder coated metal panel indicative of finish to be provided on all framing
including relevant gloss.
- Anodised aluminium metal panel and typical profile
- Metal composite panels.
- Insulated render wall sample with proposed surface finish, and including all relevant
layers included, for all render types proposed.
- Decking of terraces and balconies.
- Pre-cast concrete
- Brise Soliel profile
- Sample panel for planning submissions – Architect to advise specific requirements.

Material data for the following.

- PPC coatings proposed.
- GFRC including evidence of membership with appropriate manufacturer’s body.
- Data sheet for GFRC proposed including thickness and density.
- Glazing performance cut-sheets.
- Performance data or test results in support of any proprietary systems proposed.
- Cut-sheets and literature for all vents and doors proposed, including results of
performance tests.
- Test data for any off the shelf or proprietary systems proposed including windows
and doors.
- Data for thermal isolator or balcony cast in channels or brackets.
- Durability and design life matrix, to include but not be limited to all major materials
noted above.
- Confirmation of warranty, to include but not be limited to all major materials noted
above.
- Material data for repairs of materials on site, including aluminum, GFRC and pre-cast
concrete.

Programs for the following

- Production of shop drawing and submittals
- Manufacture and Installation of all works described in this document, program
must be tied into the main contractors master program.
- Program for project specific testing

In addition the contractor must identify any intention to sub-contract any of the works for
which they are tendering, or clarify and joint ventures they intend to implement.

5.2 Comments period

A minimum period of 10 working days shall be allowed for the review of any drawing,
calculation, technical submission, method statement, sample or mock-up. Information
submitted for comment shall be through the clients project extranet site “Conject”.

5.3 Post-contract drawings

The successful Contractor shall work with the design team to develop the design.

(a) Based on the tender drawings and other documentation, the Contractor shall prepare
Design Development drawings for comment by the Architect prior to commencing
Detail Design drawings. It is anticipated that there will also be a series of design

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 meetings with the design team members, to facilitate this process. During this stage,
the Contractor shall submit for approval a schedule of all proposed standards and
technical specifications.

(b) Following successful completion of the Design Development stage, the Contractor
shall develop the Detail Design drawings, which shall be submitted for approval.

(c) Once the Detail Design drawings have been reviewed, the Fabrication Drawings shall
be prepared. Fabrication Drawings shall be submitted to the Architect for review.

Drawings will be reviewed for conformity with the design intent, and given a recommended
status A, B or C, with the following meanings:

‘A’ means no comments and that the Contractor may proceed.

‘B’ means that the Contractor may proceed provided that comments are accommodated. B-
status drawings are not required to be re-submitted for further review.

‘C’ means that the drawing shall be re-submitted for further review before the Contractor
may proceed.

5.4 Post-contract calculations and other technical submissions

The Contractor shall submit for review calculations, including, but not limited to, structural,
thermal, condensation, drainage and acoustics calculations, glazing risk assessment and
technical data sheets for his proposed materials and products.

5.5 Post-contract method statements

The Contractor shall prepare detailed Method Statements for the manufacture, testing and
installation of the Works. These shall be submitted to the Architect for approval by the end of
the Design Development period. The Method Statements shall include all aspects of the
installation on site, bearing in mind all related legislation and Health & Safety requirements.
They shall also include details of testing, Local Authority submissions and programme
information.

5.6 Post-contract samples

The following samples shall be submitted for comment by the Architect prior to manufacture
commencing or orders placed by the Contractor:

- 300mm x 300mm samples of overall glass build-up for each major variant of roof and
envelope.
- 500mm length of all linear items such as louvres, extrusions and profiles.
- 500mm square samples of all large panels in GRC and precast concrete.
- 500mm square samples of all insulated render finished
- 300mm length of all major profiles, with correct colour.
- 300x300 square of all painted aluminium panel finishes
- 300x300 square of all anodised aluminium panel finishes

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 - 300mm x 300mm or similar samples of all stainless steel finishes including plates,
channels, access panels etc where different surface finishes or plate thicknesses are
required.
- 500mm length aluminum brise soleil
- Samples of repaired materials in largest size acceptable for repairs on site
- Typical connection details prior to construction of mock-up (see below).
- Comprehensive set of ironmongery samples.

The above sizes are indicative, the size provided must be sufficiently large enough to
provide indication all defects.

5.7 Mock-ups for visual approval

Visual mock-ups shall be provided in accordance with requirements outlined by the
Architect.

These mock-ups are for visual approval are different from performance test assemblies,
which are described in Part 4, and can be based on indicative framing profiles if necessary.
Shop drawings or submittals are to be approved by the Architect prior to assembly of the
mock –up. The contractor must agree with the Architect the relevant location and storage of
the mock-up and dismantle only on the

5.8 Quality plan

Produce a quality plan in accordance with EN ISO 9001, including the following:

- Name of the quality manager.

- Quality assessment procedures.
- Inspection procedures to be adopted in checking the work.
- Stages at which check lists will be used, and samples of the lists.
- List of product information with latest revisions.
- Subcontractors involved in the work.
- Subcontractors’ quality plans.
- Storage, handling, transport and protection procedures.
- Procedure for registering and reporting non compliances.
- Maintenance procedures and calibration records.
- Certification that completed work complies with specification.
- Check list register to ensure that all items have been inspected and non-compliances
discharged.
-List of work procedures on the correct use of materials or components, both off site and on
site.

5.9 Benchmark Installations

Quality benchmark installations shall be provided on site. The number and location of
benchmarks shall be agreed with the Architect.

5.10 QMS Procedures

The contractor shall comply with project CAD standard and operate in Revit.

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The contactor shall submit information via the clients extranet system “Conject” and comply
with client QMS procedures.

6 MAINTENANCE

6.1 Maintenance strategy

The Contractor shall develop an outline maintenance strategy for all parts of the façade
system, bearing in mind all related legislation and Health & Safety requirements, and
suitable to be developed in detail by a specialist access and maintenance consultant.

6.2 Maintenance manual/Health & Safety File

The Contractor shall prepare a Maintenance Manual and Health & Safety File for the Works
in service. This shall be submitted to the Architect for approval four weeks before completion
of the Works.

The Maintenance Manual shall include all information necessary for periodic maintenance,
and long-term repair and replacement, and shall be easily understood by any operatives
who will maintain the Works. The manual shall also include panel replacement strategy.

The Maintenance Manual shall list all materials, components, fabricated elements and
finishes/coatings as installed, with the associated service lives, along with the name,
address and telephone number of the manufacturers, suppliers and sub-contractors.

The Maintenance Manual shall include copies of all guarantees, warranties and assurances
given by manufacturers and sub-contractors, including a summary schedule of all guarantee
or warranty periods.

The contractor must include in the maintenance manual, the required cleaning method and
frequency of cleaning.

It must be demonstrated by the contractor how all glazed elements are replaced using the
designated equipment.

The maintenance manual shall include a Residual Risk and Hazard Identification scheudule
for the maintenance activities.

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PART 2: PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

7 LOADINGS AND PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

7.1 Dead loading

Design for the effect of self -weight of all components.

7.2 Wind loading

The design wind pressures, inclusive of all local pressure coefficients, shall be based on 1-
second gusts and Eurocode BS EN 1991-1-4. The contractor shall submit a report to the
Architect detailing all pressures to be used for the design of the works.

7.3 Live loading

Live loading on balustrades and glazing, which shall not be considered to act concurrently
with wind loading. Horizontal loadings shall be considered to occur at a height of 1.1 m
above floor level, values considered shall be in accordance with BS 6399-1 and shall be
either kN/m or kN/m2 or kN, whichever gives the most onerous condition.

When subjected to these loadings, the maximum horizontal deflection of any point on the
element being considered shall be 25mm, in accordance with BS 6180.

On applicable surfaces, other live loadings for example snow in accordance with Eurocode
BS EN 1991-1-3.

On applicable roof surfaces, live loading in accordance with Eurocode BS EN 1991-1-1.

Allow for all imposed loads due to maintenance and access equipment including lateral
restraints of 1kN acting in accordance with BS EN 1808 paragraph 6.7.

Allow for mansafe harness loadings or other equipment restraint loads imposed on the
façade in accordance with their manufacturer’s requirements

Vertical point load of 0.9 kN acting anywhere on any horizontal or near horizontal surface,
and a horizontal point load of 0.5 kN, acting anywhere on any part of any wall element.

The façade components shall withstand, without damage, reasonable loads arising from
impact from maintenance cradles.

7.4 Security loadings

Refer to the Security Engineer’s Strategy Report and comply with the requirements of the
Report for security requirements and any associated loadings.

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 7.5 Deflection limits under loading in the plane of the facade

7.5.1 Cladding framing members

Maximum in-plane deflection of any member due to dead load and live load shall not exceed
1/500 of the span, or 3mm, whichever is the lesser.

7.6 Deflection limits under loading normal to the facade

7.6.1 Cladding framing members

- For span less than 3.0m: span/200.
- For span greater than 3.0m and less than 7.5m: span/300 + 5mm.
- For span greater than 7.5m: span/250.

7.6.2 Localized cladding framing deflections

Normal to plane deflections, measured over a single infill panel or glazing unit:
- Single glazing: Edge of panel : Δ ≤ min. (15 mm; H/125)
- Double glazing: Edge of panel Δ ≤ min. (15 mm; H/175)

7.6.3 Cantilever framing elements

Parapet framing members overhanging anchor points: Δ ≤ min. (19 mm; L/100)

7.6.4 Exterior wall louvres

Δ ≤ (L/180) of the span

7.6.5 Vertical cantilevered screens

Δ ≤ min. (20mm; H/500)

7.6.6 Glazing centre pane deflections – four edge support

Single glazing: Short span/65 not more than 50mm under wind load.
Double Glazing: Short span/65 not more than 50mm under wind load.

7.6.7 Glazing panel edge deflections – two edge support

Single glazing: 1000/180*(span in m)2 mm
Double glazing: 1000/540*(span in m)2 mm

7.6.8 Glass with an unsupported free edge

Single glazing: Edge of glass panel : Δ ≤ min. (15 mm; H/125)
Double glazing: Edge of glass panel Δ ≤ min. (15 mm; H/175)
Rain screen panels: Δ ≤ min. (19 mm; H/90)

7.6.9 All glass: centre pane deflections

Structural design of glass shall take into consideration the effects of calculated maximum
glass surface temperature and its effect on stiffness of the interlayer(s) if present. The
deflection of centre pane shall not cause the panel rebate edge cover to be reduced to less
that 75% of its unloaded dimension including allowance for fabrication and installation
tolerances.

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7.6.10 Roof glazing and metal panels centre pane deflections
To prevent ponding of water, glazing shall not deflect such as to provide a minimum
drainage slope of less than 1.5 degrees to the horizontal. Account shall be taken of the
effects of deflections of all supporting members.

7.6.11 Metal rainscreen panels: centre panel deflections

Rain screen panels: Δ ≤ min. (19 mm; H/90)

7.7 Impact resistance

7.7.1 Impact testing of safety glass

‘Safety glass’ shall be provided in ‘critical locations’ to the requirements of BS 6262-4.
Testing shall be carried out in accordance with BS EN 12600. The impact classification of
safety glass shall be Classification 1.

7.7.2 Soft body testing - curtain wall

Curtain walls shall be tested in accordance with BS EN 14019. Testing shall be undertaken
on both internal and external surfaces and for both serviceability and safety conditions. The
number and location of impacts shall be as defined in BS EN 14019.

Serviceability testing

Serviceability Impact Class for internal surfaces shall be I2.

Serviceability Impact Class for external surfaces shall be E2
Serviceability pass criteria shall be as defined in BS EN 14019 and to Serviceability
Performance Class 1 as defined in CWCT TN 75 Table 2.

Safety testing

Safety Impact Class for internal surfaces shall be I4

Safety Impact Class for external surfaces shall be E4
Safety pass criteria: As BS EN 14019.

7.7.3 Soft body testing - non-curtain wall cladding systems

Cladding shall be tested in accordance with CWCT TN 76. Testing shall be undertaken on
external surfaces for both serviceability and safety conditions.

Impacts shall be made in the following locations: centre of panel; midpoint of panel edge;
near to support;

Number of specimens to be tested shall be: 4.

Number of tests: 3 in each location.

Serviceability impact energy shall be: 120 J.

Serviceability pass criteria shall be: Class 1.

Safety impact energy shall be: 500 J.

Safety pass criteria shall be: Risk level - Negligible.

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 7.7.4 Impact testing of windows
Impact testing of windows shall be to BS EN 13049.

7.7.5 Hard body testing

Cladding shall be tested to CWCT TN 76. Testing shall be undertaken to external surfaces
for both serviceability and safety conditions, including glazed area.

Impacts shall be made in the following locations: centre of panel; midpoint of panel edge;
near to support;

Number of specimens to be tested: 4.

Number of Tests: 1 in each location.

Serviceability impact energy: 6 J.

Serviceability pass criteria: Class 1.

Safety impact energy: 10 J.

Safety pass criteria: Risk level - negligible

Hard body testing to door leaves shall comply with BS EN 950.

7.7.6 Fragility testing of glazed roofs

Glazed roofs shall be tested in accordance with CWCT TN 67.

Roof access classification shall be: 1.

Pass/fail criteria: refer to requirements set out in CWCT TN 67 Table 1.

Long term load;180kg.

Temperature of sample; 20C

7.8 Movements
The Works shall be designed to accommodate movements due to the following causes,
without any reduction in performance.

7.8.1 Structural movement

Live load deflections, column shortening, concrete creep and settlements of the ground level
structure, as advised by the Structural Engineer. Refer to Arup Movement & Tolerance
Report for further details.

7.8.2 Sway
Sway due to wind loading, in all directions, including overall building torsion. Refer to Arup
Movement & Tolerance Report for further details.

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7.8.3 Thermal movement
Thermal movements, noting that the surface temperatures of the façade materials can reach
higher temperatures than the ambient air temperatures: the CWCT Standard gives guidance
on appropriate temperatures to be considered.

7.8.4 Differential movement

Differential thermal movement between adjacent materials and components.

7.8.5 Serviceability under movement

The Works shall accommodate the above movements without emitting any noise.
With respect to seismic movements, refer to the Structural Engineer’s Movements and
Tolerances Report and comply with the requirements of that Report.

7.9 Cladding design system principles

There shall be at least two lines of defence against rainwater ingress, not relying on wet
sealed joints except at interfaces, for all cladding systems and penetrations though such
systems. The cavity between these shall be pressure equalized, drained and ventilated to
the outside.

7.10 Resistance to air penetration

The curtain wall shall have a continuous air and vapour tight layer within the limits
specified below, in suitable location(s) to control condensation in the wall construction for all
design cases. The air and vapour tight layer may consist of different materials at different
points in the assemblies, but the joints between these materials shall continue the integrity of
the air and vapour seal and be non-combustible.

It is the responsibility of this Contractor to design and provide the air seal between the
curtain wall and adjacent surfaces; e.g. roof, waterproofing, ensuring compatibility of these
materials to each other.

When tested offsite, air infiltration and ex-filtration of the fixed glazing curtain walling shall
not exceed 1.5m3/hour/m2 when subjected to a pressure of 600Pa.

7.11 Resistance to water penetration

There shall be water penetration tests of the wall and roof cladding systems or to areas of
the systems not designed to be wetted at a minimum static air pressure differential of 25%of
positive wind-load design pressure, but not less than 600 Pa, when tested to the CWCT
standard.

7.12 Thermal insulation

Thermal Transmittance (U-factor) shall be assessed using the method defined in BS EN ISO
12631.

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The average u-value of the external wall for each dwelling shall have U-factor of not more
than 1.0 W/m2K based on an Area Weighted average. In addition, the following
requirements shall be met;

7.12.1 Curtain Wall

Curtain wall systems incorporating fixed vision glazing, non-vision spandrel and shadow box
panels (including consideration of additional insulation and internal linings), opening vents
and doors and framing shall have U-factor of not more than 1.0 W/m2K based on an Area
Weighted average.

7.12.2 Operable vents and doors not within curtain wall

Operable vision glazing and framing in vents and door areas shall have U-factor of not more
than 1.3 W/m2K based on an Area Weighted average.

7.12.3 Solid walls

Solid walls, including render and rainscreen systems faced with metal, GRC, and render
shall have a whole wall performance U-factor of not more than 0.20 W/m2K based on an
Area Weighted average.

7.12.4 Fixed roof glazing

Fixed roof vision glazing and framing areas shall have U-factor of not more than 1.8 W/m2C
based on an Area Weighted average.

7.12.5 Thermal Bridging Value

Where thermal bridging occurs details shall achieve a value of 0.08.

7.13 Project environmental conditions

The following boundary conditions should be assumed for condensation assessments to be

undertaken.
Outside air temperatures:

- Summer design 31x°C dry bulb (db) / 21.5°C wet bulb (wb) / RH 43%
(extracted from psychometric chart)
- Winter design -4°C db / Assumed: RH 90% (based on CWCT)

Inside air temperatures of all different types of rooms/ spaces:

 Affordable housing and private residential apartments (includes penthouse) :

- Summer design <28°C db (1% occupied hours)
- Winter design 19°C db
- RH not controlled; Assumed: RH 55% (based on CWCT)
 Commercial spaces:
- Summer design 25°C db.
- Winter design 21°C db
- RH not controlled; Assumed RH 35% (based on CWCT, assumed heated
warehouse)
 Cinema:
- Summer design 25°C db.
- Winter design 22°C db
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 - RH not controlled; Assumed RH 40% (based on CWCT, assumed office)
 Healthclub- gym:
- Summer design 16-18°C db
- Winter design 16-18°C db
- RH 60%
 Healthclub- swimmingpool (currently only in basement):
- Summer design 30°C db
- Winter design 30°C db
- RH 50-70%
 Offices:
- Summer design 24°C db.
- Winter design 21°C db
- RH not controlled; Assumed RH 40% (based on CWCT)

7.14 Acoustic performance

Out to In Sound Reduction;

Sound insulation tests shall be undertaken in accordance with BS EN ISO 10140-5 and
rated in accordance with BS EN ISO 717-1.

Refer to Arup Acoustic Report for minimum octave band sound reduction indices required
from each whole façade system, including all infill and framing components.

Flanking;
The complete cladding systems (including roofs and double glazed façade areas), including
framing elements, glass, panels, seals, wall and floor constraining details, shall achieve a
flanking sound transmission level of no less than DnF,w 60dB across transoms, floor edges
and mullions where fit-out partitioning may be installed, when measured in accordance with
BS EN ISO 10848 Parts 1 to 3.

Cladding generated noise;

The façade shall be detailed to mitigate the risk of cladding generated noise including
consideration of the effects of creaking due to thermal expansion and contraction, drumming
due to rain and wind generated noise.

7.15 Solar control performance

Refer to Glazing GL table in Appendix B for specific performance values to be achieved.
The “g” values shown are effective “g” values including the effect of any external louvres and
fritting on the glass. The g-values shall be determined in accordance with the method of BS
EN 410.

7.16 Condensation control performance

The Contractor shall demonstrate that no surface or interstitial condensation will occur under
design conditions. The method used shall be that of BS EN ISO 13788, or other approved
method.

The Contractor shall include an assessment and calculation of condensation within all
internal cavity zones of all double-skin facades under steady-state and transient conditions
(including effects of night sky radiation). In the event that condensation is calculated to form
in these zones, the contractor shall confirm how condensation will be removed and the
effects on the cleaning regime.

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 7.17 Performance of services penetrations in the cladding
Penetrations shall be designed and constructed so that there is no loss of specified
performance of the system being penetrated.

7.18 Doors – weather performance

7.18.1 General
Doors shall be tested to full design wind pressure for wind resistance and 0.25 times the
design wind pressure for air and water penetration, or the following minimum values.

7.18.2 Resistance to air permeability

Assessed to BS EN 1026 and classified to BS EN 12207.-Minimum Class: Class 4.

7.18.3 Resistance to water penetration

Assessed to BS EN 1027 and classified to BS EN 12208. -Minimum Class: Class 8A

7.18.4 Wind resistance of doors (integrity)

Assessed to BS EN 12211 and classified to BS EN 12210. -Minimum Class: Class 4B

7.19 Windows – weather performance

7.19.1 General
Windows shall be tested to full design wind pressure for wind resistance and 0.25 times the
design wind pressure for air and water penetration, or the following minimum values.

7.19.2 Resistance to air permeability

Assessed to BS EN 1026 and classified to BS EN 12207.-Minimum Class: Class 4.

7.19.3 Resistance to water penetration

Assessed to BS EN 1027 and classified to BS EN 12208. -Minimum Class: Class 8A.

7.19.4 Wind Resistance of windows (Integrity)

Assessed to BS EN 12211 and classified to BS EN 12210. -Minimum Class: Class 4B.

7.20 Windows and doors - operating forces

7.20.1 Operating forces for windows shall be in accordance with the requirements of BS
6375-2 Class 1 when tested in accordance with BS EN 12046-1.

7.20.2 Operating forces for residential doorsets shall be in accordance with the
requirements of BS 6375-2 Class 1 when tested in accordance with BS EN
12046-2.

7.20.3 Operating forces for public access doorsets shall be in accordance with part M of
the Building Regulations and BS 8300 when tested in accordance with BS EN
12046-2.

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 7.21 Roof and wall drainage
Rainfall calculations shall be based on BS EN 12056-3, with a storm event as advised by
Public Health Engineer.

7.1 Anti-Slip requirement

For areas of walk-on cladding requiring direct access for maintenance, anti-slip measures
shall be provided in accordance with:
Assessing the slip resistance of flooring – Technical information sheet by The Health
and Safety Executive
The assessment of floor slip resistance, the UK Slip Resistance Group guidelines' by
The UK Slip Resistance Group.

Pendulum Test: The glazing surface shall be evaluated in both dry and wet conditions using
the TRL Pendulum Tester in accordance with BS 7976 and the recommendations of the UK
Slip Resistance Group .

When tested using the TRL Pendulum Tester, the surface, inclusive of surface treatment,
shall achieve the following pendulum test value (PTV):
i) Dry: Not less than 36 PTV.
ii) Wet: Not less than 36 PTV.

Roughness Test: Paving shall be evaluated using a surface roughness meter, in

accordance with the recommendations of the UK Slip Resistance Group, to obtain the
surface roughness (Rz) value specified.

When tested using the surface roughness meter, the surface shall achieve the following
surface roughness (Rz) value:
i) Not less than 20 µm Rz

7.2 Electrical continuity

The facades shall be designed to meet the requirements of BS 7430, BS 7671 and BS EN
62305. For buildings with a height greater than 25m, the electrical resistance of the bond of
the curtain walling shall not exceed 10 Ohms when tested in accordance with BS EN 13830
Appendix A.

7.3 Fire performance

Except where otherwise stated in this Specification, all materials shall have a Class 0 fire
performance classification (as defined in Approved Document B of the Building Regulations).
The material, or the surface of a composite product, shall be either:

a. Composed throughout of materials which are non-combustible or of limited

combustibility (as defined in Approved Document B Table A7); or

b. A Class 1 material (tested to BS 476 Part 7) which has a fire propagation index
(tested to BS 476 Part 6) of not more than 12 and a sub-index of not more than 6.

Smoke Clearance
Where automatic opening vents are required within the façade to allow smoke venting , the
vents and their actuators shall be tested to BS EN 12101-2.

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 7.4 Fixtures for cleaning
The Contractor shall incorporate into the cladding system any rails, tie on points and other
fixtures required for the façade cleaning and maintenance system, the details being subject
to approval by the contract administrator. Reference shall be made to BS EN 1088.

7.5 Dissimilar materials

Where there is a risk of bimetallic corrosion, dissimilar metals shall be separated. In
assessing the risk, the guidance of BS PD 6484 shall be followed.

Aluminium shall not be allowed to come into direct contact with concrete, and shall be
isolated with suitable materials.

7.6 Anti-graffiti measures

The first two story’s (6m) above plinth level on exterior surfaces only shall have anti-graffiti
treatment, as shown on the Architect’s drawings.

7.7 Bird deterrents

Design development shall remove any possibility of ledges where birds can perch. If such
potential perches remain, devices such as wires or spikes shall be incorporated, subject to
approval by the Architect.

7.1 Pest infestations

The design, manufacture and installation of the Works shall protect against and not contain
or provide harbour for infestation by pests.

The Contractor shall take account of the recommendations of BRE Digest 415, and shall
protect against damage caused by termites and other local pests not included in BRE Digest
415.

7.2 Incorporation of ventilation requirements

The façade shall be detailed to incorporate ventilation requirements as defined by the M&E
Engineer for air intake and extract through the façade for whole house ventilation, smoke
ventilation and purge ventilation. Refer to M&E information for dynamic free area
requirements.

7.3 Statutory and Planning Requirements

The façade shall be designed and installed to comply with all Statutory and Planning
requirements including but not limited to;

 Building Regulation Compliance

 Code for Sustainable Homes
 Lifetime Homes 2010
 BREEAM
 National Rail and London Underground requirements
 Premier Guarantee requirements

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PART 3: MATERIALS, FINISHES AND WORKMANSHIP

8 ALUMINIUM

8.1 Aluminium sections and profiles

Extruded aluminium sections shall be in alloy 6061, 6063 in T6 temper, to BS EN 485.
Structural design in aluminium shall be to BS EN 1999-1-1
Tolerances for alloy 6063 shall be to BS EN 12020-2.

Tolerances for all other alloys shall be to BS EN 755-9.

8.2 Structural design

Structural design shall comply with the requirements of BS 8118-1 or BS EN 1999.

8.3 Thermal breaks

Thermal breaks shall be classified in accordance with BE EN 14024 as follows:

- Use category W or CW
- System type A, B or O
- Temperature category TC1 or TC2

If the elastic modulus of the thermal break material is known, section properties may be
calculated in accordance with (informative) Annex C of BS EN 14024. However, a more
conservative combined I-value may be taken as simply the arithmetic sum of the I-values of
the material on each side of the thermal break.

8.4 Aluminium sheeting

Aluminium sheeting shall be 99% pure aluminium to BS EN 485. Visible sheet shall be of
minimum thickness 3mm or as necessary so that stud welding fixings do not show through
on the outer surface, and hidden flashings shall be of minimum thickness 1.6mm. Folded
corners shall have a tight external radius.

8.5 Anodising
Any anodising to aluminum extensions shall be to BS 3987. The thickness of anodizing
shall be in the range 25-30 microns . (Adjacent sheets shall be installed with the grain in the
same direction.

The Contractor shall submit details of proposed colour anodising process for approval,
together with upper and lower finishes limits samples for approval.

The Contractor shall appoint an independent quality assessor at the Contractor’s cost, to
audit and verify all aspects of the anodising process and check for compliance to the
specification.

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Repairs;
At tender stage the contractor shall confirm the method of repairing minor damage to the
finish and this will be subject to approval by the Architect. The repair warranty shall not be
less than that of the anodized finish. The work shall be carried out by relevant repair
specialists. The contractor shall submit, prior to installation, sample repairs to be used as
benchmarks, where a dent, scratch and a scuff have been duplicated and one of each
repaired.

8.6 Polyester powder coating

Surfaces shall be polyester powder coated generally to an average thickness of 50 microns
(minimum 40 microns) to BS EN 12206-1 to meet the durability requirements of AAMA 2604.
Power coating shall also comply with Qualicoat 2 requirements. For RAL 9010 a minimum
thickness of 100 microns shall be provided to achieve full opacity.

The materials and workmanship shall comply with the manufacturer's specifications. No
unfinished edges shall be visible.

Powder coating shall be applied only using materials suitable for the purpose intended.
Aluminium alloys shall be slected to ensure that the finished visual appearance of all
components are visually consistent. The alloy for extrusions shall be grade 6060 or 6063
complying with BS EN 754: parts 3-5 and BS EN 755 parts 1-9, and for sheet material grade
1200/3103 complying with BS EN 485: Parts 1-4 , BS EN 515 and BS EN 573: parts 1 -3.
Sheet thickness shall be a minimum of 1.5mm. The sheet shall be in a condition suitable for
the application of the coating process. The sheet shall be of a suitable and agreed thickness
and of suitable temper to withstand the stoving process.

The application shall comply with all the relevant parts of the COSHH regulations 2002 and
environmental protection act 1900 part 1. The Management of Health and Safety at Work
Regulations 1992 and the latest Construction ( Design and Management Regulations).

8.6.1 Materials.

The colour and gloss shall be approved by the Architect and is to be provided match
architects sample or colour ref. Submit technical data for the product proposed by the
contractor for approval. Make Available to the contract administrator/ architect, fully
documented and signed copies of the coating guarantees or warranties The duration of the
guarantees shall be 25 years minimum or as otherwise agreed with the Architect .

Powdercoating must be carried out at a single source. Refer to Architects information for
finishes requirements.

Colour consistency: Colour consistency shall be assured from batch to batch for the works
in accordance with the conditions described in BS 950: Part 1

Colour Uniformity: limits for acceptable colour variations in production shall be established
and accepted by the Architect from samples provided by the contractor prior to production.
When metallic colours are used, top and bottom limits of colour variation and appearance
shall be established and agreed prior to the coating commencement. All colour samples
must be submitted and accepted by the construction manager/ architect before coating
commences.

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The minimum and maximum local dry film thickness on adjacent panels shall not vary by
more than 20%. If this is not achievable, submit samples to the Architect for review showing
the maximum variation in coating thickness.

The powder coating shall be consistent throughout in all respects within the upper and lower
levels agreed which shall be based on samples provided and agreed with the construction
manager.

Protective tapes/ films applied shall be low tack type applied at room temperature, remaining
in contact with the surface for a maximum period of 6 months or time period recommended
by protective film/ tape manufacturer. Should longer periods be required, the tape/film shall
be removed and replaced.

All exterior powdercoated surfaces shall be protected once installed to prevent damage from
adjacent works.

All interior and exterior surfaces adjacent to pedestrian areas shall be protected up to a
height of 1100mm, the contractor should allow for removal for inspection and re-instating the
protection as required. Protection applied must use low tack adhesives and not be damaging
to the finished surfaces.

8.6.2 Worksmanship

Applicator requirements: The powder coating application shall and stoving shall be carried
out in accordance with BS 6496 and BS 6497. Only one coating plant shall be used for the
works along with one batch of powder, unless otherwise accepted by the construction
manager/ architect.

Repair of damage: damage shall be repaired immediately, site rectification of damage shall
not be acceptable and only be carried out with the contract administrator’s approval carrying
a guarantee for colour retention, gloss retention, and adhesion for the remaining period of
the guarantee.

In addition to the requirements of BS 6496 the pre-treatment shall use a chromate process.

8.6.3 Testing.

The contractor must demonstrate compliance with the following test requirements:

Artificial Weathering: There shall be no chalking in excess of the minimum illustrated in

the photographic reference standards of ASTM D 4214 when tested in accordance with BS
6496, Clause 4.10 (a) or BS 6497, Clause 4.8 (a). In addition, the coating shall show no
cracking, checking or flaking.

Natural Weathering: There shall be no chalking in excess of the minimum illustrated in the
photographic reference standards of ASTM D 4214 when tested for three years in
accordance with BS 6496, Clause 4.10 (b) or BS 6497, Clause 4.8 (b). In addition, the
coating shall show no checking, cracking or flaking and any change in colour shall not
exceed one step in hue, value or chroma in the Munsell atlas from the original colour.

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Exterior Exposure: When viewed from a distance of 1m, there shall be no blisters, dirt,
entrapped particles, craters, pinholes, porosity, scratches or other visual defects on
significant surfaces when measured in accordance with BS 6496, Clause 10.2.

Impact Resistance: There shall be no sign of cracking or detachment of film, when

measured in accordance with BS 6496, Clause 4.7.

Cupping Test: There shall be no sign of detachment when measured in accordance with BS
6496, Clause 4.5.

Scratch Test: There shall be no penetration to the substrate when tested in accordance
with BS 6496, Clause 4.6.

Flexibility: There shall be no cracking, flaking or film deformation above 6mm when tested
in accordance with BS EN ISO 6860.

Salt Spray Resistance: No blistering, softening or detachment of the coating shall occur
when tested for 1000 hours on aluminium to BS 6496, Clause 4.9 or for 500 hours on
galvanised steel to BS 6497, Clause 4.7.

Humidity Resistance: No blistering, softening or detachment of the film shall occur when
tested in accordance with BS 6496, Clause 4.11.

Permeability: The coating, when tested in accordance with BS 6496, Clause 4.13, shall
show no blistering of the coating, except within 3mm of any edge.

Mortar Resistance: There shall be no blistering, softening or detachment of the coating,

[Link] tested in accordance with BS 6496, Clause 4.8.

Gloss Levels: The gloss level, when measured using a 60 degree Gardiner head, shall
read: 25% ±5% for matts, 70% ±5% for satins and 85% ±5% for gloss. 0) Spread of Flame:
The Powder Coating, when tested to BS 476: Part 7, shall have a Class 1 rating.

Test pieces shall consist of finished panels or extrusions representative of product-coated

aluminium. Test pieces shall be at least 150mm long and 75mm wide with a flat
coated/significant surface, as defined in BS EN ISO 2064.

Tests shall be performed on exposed/ significant surfaces as defined in BS EN ISO 2064 as

indicated, and shall meet the requirements of BS 6496 or BS 6497.

Test reports shall be produced at the time of coating and made available to the Architect.
These reports shall be job specific and include the following carried out by an independent
laboratory and consultant, tests shall be completed to the appropriate B.S Standard.

-Date when tests were performed, issue of report must be dated.

-Identification of the coating system tested, including product supplier, colour reference,
-Product code and batch reference.
-Statement indicating the coating system tested passed all tests, or failed one or
more.
-Name and address of the laboratory which conducted the tests and issued the reports.

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8.6.4 Repairs
The contractor shall be permitted to make repairs to visible damage/scratches in the finish
provided that;
i) the damage is of a minor nature
ii) the repair shall be in accordance with the pain manufacturers recommendations and
method statements shall be submitted detailing the repair process
iii) the damage is repaired using a system approved by the applicator and does not
prejudice the applicators warranty
iv) the repair shall be carried out by relevant repair specialists
v) the repair shall be subject to the approval of the Architect following completion

The contractor shall submit, prior to installation, sample repairs to be used as benchmarks,
where a dent, scratch and scuff have been duplicated and one of each repaired.

8.7 PVDF (PVF2) coating

Surfaces shall be coil coated with PVDF paint to meet the durability requirements AAMA
2605, using a 3- or 4-coat system. The materials and workmanship shall comply with the
manufacturer's specifications. No unfinished edges shall be visible.

8.8 Aluminium welding

Welding shall be carried out in accordance with BS 3019: Part 1 (TIG) or BS 3571: Part 1
(MIG).

Welding consumables shall be to BS 2901: Part 4.

Approval testing of welders shall be to BS EN 287: Part 2.

Approval testing of welding procedures shall be to BS EN 288: Parts 1, 2 and 4.

No site welding will be allowed.

8.9 Aluminium profile fabrication tolerances

Tolerances for profiles shall be in accordance with BS EN 755-9 [generally] or BS EN 12020-
2 [for 6063 alloy].

8.10 Aluminium sheet fabrication tolerances

Tolerances for fabricated sheet and panels shall be as follows:

Diagonals shall differ by no more than 4mm.

Bow 0.2% of length measured, with 4mm maximum.
Dimensions +/- 0.8mm up to 1200mm; 1.6mm above 1200mm.
Squareness 3mm difference in diagonals for measurements up to 1200mm; 4mm difference
for measurements above 1200mm.

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 8.11 Grinding
No site grinding will be allowed.

8.12 Protection
Aluminium surfaces shall have a factory-applied self-adhesive protective film which can
easily be later removed on site.

9 MILD STEEL

The contractor shall design and complete the design, co-ordination and detailing of the
following items included in the external cladding, ensuring that the design fully meets the
requirements of the geometrical setting-out, defined in the architects drawings final loadings
and the performance specification:

- Secondary steelwork supporting cladding systems

- Parapet posts
- Any steelwork associated with man safe systems
- Any steelwork associated with maintenance equipment
- Design and provision of corrosion protection, intumescent paint and finishes to
steelwork.
- Canopy steelwork
- Balcony steelwork
- Steelwork forming the external brise soleil
- Free standing sun shading cantilevered elements.

The Contractor is to submit for approval the following documents in accordance with the
programme:

- Design general arrangement and detail drawings where the design is to be

performed and/or completed.
- General arrangement and detailed fabrication drawings for all members and
connections.
- Fully indexed and referenced calculations to approved design standards.
- Manufacturer’s literature and data sheets for any proprietary products used in the
works.

9.1 Grades of steel

Hot rolled steel to BS EN 10025 shall be of a suitable readily available grade to suit the
design.

Cold rolled steel to BS EN 10259 shall be of a suitable ready available grade to suit the
design.

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 9.1 Structural design
Structural design of steelwork shall comply with the requirements of BS EN 1993-1-1.
General steelwork fabrication and construction shall be in accordance with National
Structural Steelwork Specifications.

9.2 Material forms

Hot rolled sections shall be to;
Tubes shall be to BS EN 10296-2.
Angles shall be to BS EN 10056-1.
Steel sheet, pre-galvanised to BS EN 10142, shall be grade NR14 to BS 1449 part 1. Any
cut ends shall be treated with zinc rich paint.
Cold formed, pre-galvanised sections shall be to BS EN 1993-1-3.

9.3 Nuts and bolts

Mild steel nuts and bolts shall be grade 4.6 to BS 4190 and spun-galvanised to BS 729.
Steel washers shall be grade S 355 to BS EN 10025.

9.4 Welding
Steel welding consumables shall be to BS 2901 part 1.
Welding procedures shall comply with BS EN 288 part 3.
Welders shall be certified to BS EN 287 part 1.
No site welding will be allowed.
All visible welds are to be ground smooth.

9.5 Protection
Mild steel surfaces shall have a factory-applied self-adhesive protective film which can easily
be later removed on site.

9.6 Site Applied Steel Framing Systems

The contractor is to submit a proposal for review by the Architect of the site applied steel
framing systems (SFS) for support of insulated render systems and glazed elements. The
proposal must confirm the following.

- Stud size
- Spacing and anchorage
- Deflection criteria
- Conformation of wind load applied.
- Deflection head details demonstrating accommodation of movements in accordance
with M&T report.
- Overall wall build-up including insulation, boarding and appropriate breather and
vapour barriers.

The steel framing system shall be designed to comply with latest edition of National
Structural Steelwork Specification (NSSS).

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System reference: Metsec Steel Framing System (SFS) or approved similar by the contract
administrator.

Metsec plc
Broadwell Road
Oldbury
West Midlands
B69 4HF
Tel +44 (0) 121 601 6000

9.7 Hot dipped galvanising

Unless noted otherwise on the Architect’s drawings, all steelwork shall be hot-dipped
galvanised after manufacture, including holing, slotting or forming, to 85 microns thickness,
in accordance with BS 729 for items less than 5mm thick, or BS 5493 for items more than
5mm thick.

Cutting, drilling or working of galvanised components shall not be permitted.

The design life of all hot dip galvanised elements must be confirmed and must not be less
than the design life of the building – 60 years.

In the event of damage to galvanizing on site methods of repairing the coating shall be
agreed with the Architect. All repairs shall a durability equal to that of the surrounding
galvanized coating.

9.8 Serrated fixings

Where serrated fixings are adopted, zinc plating may be used.

9.9 Site grinding

No site grinding will be allowed.

9.10 Protection
Mild steel surfaces shall have a factory-applied self-adhesive protective film which can easily
be later removed on site.

9.11 Architectural steelwork

Exposed architectural steelwork shall be fabricated and finished in accordance with the
requirements of AISC 303 section 10.

9.12 Mild steel fabrication tolerances

Tolerances for members shall be +/-1.5mm on length and straightness of vertical members,
and +/-1.0mm on length and straightness of horizontal members.

Diagonals of rectangular sheet shall differ by no more than 4mm.

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10 STAINLESS STEEL

The following clauses are additional to those in the mild steel specification:

10.1 Material
Stainless steel for internal use or for use not in a weather zone shall be austenitic weldable
grade 1.4307 to BS EN 10088-1.

Stainless steel for external use or for use in a weather zone shall be austenitic weldable
grade 1.4404 to BS EN 10088-1.

10.2 Structural design

Structural design in stainless steel shall be to SCI Publication 291.

10.3 Finish
Finish to stainless steel shall be to the classifications of Table 6 of BS EN 10088-4 (sheet
and plate) or Table 7 of BS EN 10088-5 (bars and sections), to approved sample. Surface
roughness shall be ≤0.5 microns.

Finish to stainless steel shall be in accordance with Architects requirements.

10.4 Stainless steel fixings

Stainless steel fixings shall comply with the requirements of BS EN 3506-1. Mechanical
properties of corrosion resistant stainless steel fasteners.

10.5 Protection
Stainless steel surfaces shall have a factory-applied self-adhesive protective film which can
easily be later removed on site.

10.6 Stainless steel fabrication tolerances:

Tolerances for members shall be +/-1.5mm on length and straightness of vertical members,
and +/-1.0mm on length and straightness of horizontal members.

Tolerances for panels:

(a) Bow 0.2% of length measured, with 4mm maximum.
(b) Dimensions +/- 0.8mm up to 1200mm; 1.6mm above 1200mm.
(c) Squareness 3mm difference in diagonals for measurements up to 1200mm; 4mm
difference for measurements above 1200mm.

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11 GLASS

11.1 General
Glass for glazing shall comply with the provisions of BS 952: Parts 1 & 2 and BS EN 572
Parts 1 & 2.

Unless otherwise stated, glazing materials and installation shall comply with the provisions of
BS 6262 and the recommendations of the Glass and Glazing Federation "Glazing Manual".

11.2 Structural design

Structural design in glass shall follow the guidance in the Institution of Structural Engineers
“Structural use of glass in buildings” or that in prEN 13474-1.

11.3 Edge working

Visible edges shall be polished and shall have a 1mm chamfer.

Non-visible edges shall be ground, lightly arrised and corners shall be dubbed.

11.4 Defects
Spot faults shall be observed in accordance with BS EN 572-2 and shall be no worse than
Category C as defined in that standard.

All glass shall be manufactured and processed in a factory where the quality control
procedures comply with BS EN 9001 and are independently maintained.

11.5 Cutting to size

All glass shall be cut and delivered in the required sizes. No on-site cutting or nipping will be
allowed.

11.6 Labels
The glass shall be clearly marked to show its intended final position and orientation. Painted
indicators shall not be used. All panels shall be labelled with a removable sticker applied by
the manufacturer. Labels shall be individually numbered, recording batch number, date and
location of manufacture, glass type, size (height and width), inside surface and upper edge
of glass. Labels shall be re moved by the Contractor immediately after glazing, having
recorded all information from labels on marked-up elevations.

11.7 Metal contact

With the exception of soft aluminium specifically designed and approved for the purpose, no
metal shall be allowed to come into contact with the glass. A non-metallic separator shall be
used.

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 11.8 Holes
Diameter: 6-49.5mm 50-99.5mm
Diameter tolerance +0.5mm +1mm
Step tolerance +0.3mm +0.5mm

The tolerance of any hole centre position shall be +1mm.

11.9 Thermal stress

The Contractor shall be responsible for checking that all glazing is not susceptible to thermal
cracking, and, if such susceptibility is found, such glazing shall be of heat-strengthened or
toughened glass.

11.10 Toughened glass

All toughened glass shall be supplied to BS EN 14179-1 and shall be tempered on a roller
hearth furnace with no tong marks.

For toughened glass the surface compressive stress shall be demonstrated by differential
surface refractometer (DSR) measurement to be controlled at Works at > 100 N/mm2.
Testing may be done to ASTM C1279 or similar approved standard.

All toughened glass shall be heat soaked in accordance with BS EN 14179-1 to reduce the
risk of nickel sulphide inclusions and such testing shall be traceable panel by panel, and
documentation maintained by the manufacturer.

Toughening periods and temperatures shall be in accordance with manufacturer's

guidelines, which shall be verified with trial test plates to assess specific heating times for
different glass thicknesses, distortion levels and compressive stress levels.

The glass shall conform to the following requirements in the horizontal toughening process:

(i) Maximum Bow: - 0.1%

(ii) Roller Wave: + 0.15mm maximum depth
(iii) Edge dip: +0.25mm maximum

Glass panels shall be arranged on each face so that any roller wave lines are in vertical
orientation.

Small shells and/or chips shall be ground out prior to toughening.

Visible heat marking or anisotropy shall be minimised, particularly where heat treated glass
is used in more than one layer in laminated glass.

11.11 Heat strengthened glass

Heat strengthened glass shall be supplied to BS EN 1863-1. The grazing angle surface
polarimeter (GASP) measurement shall be of a stress appropriate to the glass thickness to
achieve the required cracking characteristics. Testing may be done to ASTM C1279 or
similar approved standard. Heat soaking is not required for heat strengthened glass. In all
other respects the requirements for heat strengthened glass shall be as for toughened glass.

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 11.12 Laminated glass
Laminated glass shall be supplied to BS EN ISO 12543. Interlayers shall consist of
combinations of 0.38mm layers of either:

- polyvinyl butyral (PVB) sheets manufactured by DuPont or similar approved.

- ionoplast (SGP) sheets manufactured by DuPont or similar approved.

Defects in the vision area shall be observed and allowed as set out in BS EN ISO 12543-6.

The manufacturing tolerances for laminated glass shall be:

(i) Maximum step on any edge: 1mm

(ii) Overall thickness: + 1mm
(iii) Maximum bow between point supports: +2mm
(iv) Maximum bow along pane short dimension: +2mm

11.13 Sealed insulating glass units

Insulating glass units shall be manufactured to the requirements of BS 1279.

Seals to all edges and penetrations through the sealed units shall comprise a primary
polyisobutylene (PIB) airseal, of minimum width 2mm, and a secondary structural silicone
seal.

These units shall be designed to withstand loading arising from changes of atmospheric
pressure resulting from diurnal or seasonal variation, or from differences in altitude between
factory and site. Under these pressures/temperatures the maximum centre pane deflection
shall be diagonal dimension/1000.

Materials used in primary and secondary seals shall be mutually compatible. This shall be
demonstrated by the supplier by accelerated testing, or by the submission of acceptable
previous test results.

With regards to mechanically restrained glazing the manufacturer shall confirm the maximum
compression allowable on the edge of the glass units, and clarify the maximum deflection
both positive and negative or concave that will occur under the anticipated ambient climatic
conditions barometer pressure differentials anticipated. It must be ensured that the double
glazed units are flat ( with a maximum deviation of 1/1000 at the centre of the glass pane
when measured diagonally) and finally installed.

The contractor shall submit calculation reports for thickness and heat treatment of the glass
for , wind, thermal and all expected live loads. The contactor shall submit thermal shock
calculations indicating the glazing is adequate for intended installation.

11.14 IGU spacers

I..G.U spacers shall be stainless and be painted black to be approved by the Architect. If
necessary to achieve the required thermal performance the contractor shall use warm edge
spacers and be painted black to be approved the Architect.

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 11.15 IGU warranties
IGU units shall be supplied with a warranty from the manufacturer of 12 years.

11.16 Surface treatments

11.16.1 Coatings
Any applied coatings (e.g. low emissivity coatings or fritting) shall be uniform in tone, hue,
colour, texture, pattern and opacity and shall provide a consistent appearance to the glazed
units. Any difference between one unit and another will not be permitted, unless expressly
specified.

11.16.2 Visual defects

Visual defects shall be observed and allowed as set out in EN 1096-1.

11.16.3 Low emissivity coatings

Low emissivity coatings shall provide an emissivity of less than 0.2 and to meet required “g”
values.

11.16.4 Fritting
Where indicated on the drawings ceramic frit shall be applied to the glass, either etched or
using the silk screen process. Where look-alike panels are required, the colour of the frit
shall be agreed by means of samples to create a similar visual effect to the vision panels,
when viewed from the outside.

The ceramic paint shall be fused to an inner surface of the glass during the toughening
process and be permanent and durable for the service life of the glazing.

11.17 Manifestation
Manifestation shall comply with National Building Regulations and/or be in locations where
indicated on the drawings.

11.18 Identification stamps

A toughened or heat strengthened glass identification stamp shall be applied to every leaf of
safety glass, and shall be either a BS, or other approved standard mark.

The stamps shall be approximately 15mm diameter positioned in the bottom left hand corner
as viewed from the inside, hard against any sightlines (where applicable), so as to be visible
and not hidden under the framing, and able to be read from inside the building.

11.19 Glass fabrication tolerances

Thickness: <6mm 8 & 10mm 12 & 15mm

Any glass dimension < 1000mm +1mm +2mm +2mm

Any glass dimension > 1000mm +2mm +2mm +3mm

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Squareness shall be measured by a comparison of diagonals.

Diagonals up to 2000mm: + 2mm.

Diagonals over 2000mm: +3mm.

Warp: +5mm per metre measured along straight edge.

Edge straightness: +3mm per metre.

11.20 Appearance of glass on site

When inspected on site, glass shall comply with the requirements of the Guideline to
Assessing the Visible Quality of Insulating Glass Unit, prepared by the Institute of the Glazing
Trade for Glazing Technology and Window Manufacture in Hadamar, Germany.

11.21 Curved Glazing.

No requirement

11.22 Back Painted Glass

Back painted glass shall not be used. All spandrel glazing shall be enameled glass.

11.23 Enameled Glazing.

The ceramic paint shall be fused to an inner surface of the glass during the toughening
process and be permanent and durable for the service life of the glazing.

12 GLASS REINFORCED CONCRETE (GRC)

12.1 General

Design, manufacture and testing of GRC panels shall be in accordance with the
requirements of the “Specification for manufacture, curing and testing of GRC panels”
published jointly by the Concrete Society and the Glass Reinforced Concrete Association,
together with the requirements of

EN 1169: Precast concrete products – General rules for factory production control of glass-
fiber reinforced cement.

BS EN 15191 Precast concrete products Classification of glassfibre reinforced concrete

performance.

BS EN 15422 Methods of test for masonry units.

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GFRC panels are to be provided to match architects sample, finish exposed, front-facing
surface of GFRC as follows, to match approved design reference sample.

Product ref W102, Sierra White, polished

GRCUK
1-3 Redwood Court
Campbell Way
Dinnington
Sheffield
S25 3NQ
Tel: 01909 566911

Prior to fabrication the contractor must submit detail design drawings showing anchor
placement , joint locations and sizes, thickness of material, locations of ribs, and connections
to framing support structure. Drawings must indicate direction of grain or pattern. In addition
calculations are to be submitted indicating panel thickness is sufficient, with details of any
structural tests completed to date. Complete details of anchors and framing must be
submitted including connection back to curtain wall panels by others. Fixings into the GFRC
are to be stainless steel, grade 1.4401 or 1.4404 . Suitable separation must be provided
between any stainless steel anchors and any aluminum support of framing members.

The contractor must clarify the following material characteristics

-Compressive Strength:
-Flexural Strength:
-Tensile Strength:
-Carbonating: including length of time.
-Density and thickness of material propsed.

Panel faces shall be free of joint marks, grain, or other obvious defects. Panels are to be a
minimum of 12mm thick, ribs are to be placed at panel edges and corners to prevent
exposed and unprotected edges.

13 TIMBER OR GRASS COMPOSITES

Refer to architectural specification for specification of timber decking to balconies.

14 PRECAST CONCRETE

14.1 General
Precast concrete shall be designed and installed in accordance with the requirements of the
UK National Structural Concrete Specification. Precast concrete shall be designed and
installed in accordance with the requirements of BS 8297.

14.2 Fabrication
As soon as possible after award of Contract, the Precast Concrete Contractor shall prepare
general arrangement, component and assembly drawings and method statements and shall
submit them to the Main Contractor for review. The Works shall be fabricated in accordance
with these drawings and method statements, modified as necessary to meet the

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requirements of the Contract Documents. The Precast Concrete Contractors fabrication
team shall be involved with the design development.

The materials used in the fabrication shall be of a type to achieve the required performance.
Materials shall comply with the requirements of the Contract Documents.

Materials delivered shall have supporting documentation verifying compliance with the
Contract Documents.

Methods used in the fabrication shall be selected to achieve the specified performance.
Methods used shall be based upon the use of suitable equipment and experienced
operatives.

The assembly of components shall be carried out in a factory environment to the extent that
it is possible to do this.

Components shall be checked by the Precast Concrete Contractor for compliance with
approved drawings and method statements prior to assembly in accordance with his quality
procedures.

The precast panels shall be fabricated in accordance with the fabrication drawings produced
by the Precast Concrete Contractor and within the tolerances specified in this document.

No modification or adaptation of the approved drawings and method statements shall be

undertaken without the written consent of the Main Contractor. All changes shall be
recorded on a master set of documents and shall be included in the ‘As Built’
documentation.

14.2.1 Panel Tolerances

The precast concrete panels shall be manufactured in accordance with the requirements
outlined within BS8297, Table 11.

14.2.2 Repairs
Acceptance of damaged and repaired panels for incorporation into the Works will be solely
at the discretion of the Main Contractor and Architect. The contractor is to provide details of
their proposals for proven methods repair and making good of damage to any pre-cast
concrete works. Examples of repairs are to be submitted for acceptance by the Main
Contractor and Architect.

14.2.3 Workmanship
Junctions shall be designed so that no fixings, such as pins, screws, pressure indentations
and the like shall be visible on exposed faces.

Cut edges, drilled holes, riveted joints and flat sheets are clean, neat, and free from burrs
and indentations. Remove sharp edges without excessive radiusing. Fit mitred joints
accurately to a fine hairline. Treat exposed and cut or drilled raw material so that salt or
other contamination shall not occur.

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All parts shall be secured by concealed means wherever possible and where exposed to
view, screw positions shall be indicated on the shop drawings.

14.3 Installation

14.3.1 General
As soon as possible after award of Contract, the Precast Concrete Contractor shall prepare
design, fabrication and installation drawings and method statements and shall submit them
to the Main Contractor for review. The drawings review procedure is described in the
Contract Documents. The Works shall be installed in accordance with these drawings and
method statements, modified as necessary to meet the requirements of the Contract
Documents. The Precast Concrete Contractor installation team shall be involved with the
design development.

Methods used in the installation of the Works shall be selected to achieve the specified
performance. The equipment and operatives employed in all stages of installation shall be
appropriate to the methods adopted.

The method statement shall contain control procedures to ensure compliance with the
Contract Documents including programme, sequence of erection and co-ordination with
other Trade Contracts, and regular inspections of all primary bracketry.

Installation drawings, method statements and quality control procedures shall be supplied to
the site installation team. The team shall be briefed by the Precast Concrete Contractor’s
designers on the design concept and shall be made aware of the important times to be
checked during installation.

The design, fabrication and installation drawings, method statements and procedures shall
detail all the elements used to construct the Works and clearly describe all operations
including the following:

- Setting out and control points

- Cross reference to the identification of panels
- Details of isolation and packing
- All joints requiring sealant together with details of cleaning and, if required, priming of
surfaces
- Details of position, type and sizing of backing rods and bond-release tapes, etc.
- The tolerances to be achieved in the location of elements and the alignment of joints
- All fixings requiring specific torques
- Details of equipment necessary to lift elements and components onto the building
and to hold, line and level them once they have been positioned on the building
- Details of points which are susceptible to damage or should not be loaded during
installation
- Details of protection.
- Position of all hidden fixings
- How all CDM requirements are incorporated into the installation process.

The Works shall be installed to the figured dimensions indicated with the permissible
deviations estimated by the Precast Concrete Contractor and marked on his drawings.
These permissible deviations shall be confirmed at the design stage and be appropriate for
the materials and methods employed such as to achieve the project requirements for
appearance and fit as specified in the Contract Documents.

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All non-conforming work shall be recorded. Remedial proposals shall be reviewed and
agreed with the Main Contractor and Architect as soon as possible after the problem has
been identified.

The position of all elements of the building structure and other Trade Contracts which
interface with the Works shall be checked and reviewed during the design development
period to verify their compliance with the Contract Documents.

The Precast Contractor shall not cut, drill or otherwise alter the work of other Trade
Contracts or his own work to accommodate other Trade Contracts without obtaining the
written agreement from the Main Contractor. All such alteration work shall be carried out in
accordance with the requirement of the Contract Documents and approved submissions.

No modification or adaptation of the agreed details shall be undertaken without the prior
agreement of the Main Contractor. All changes must be recorded on master documents
held by the Precast Concrete Contractor for inclusion on the ‘as-built’ drawings.

The Precast Concrete Contractor shall employ competent experienced installers to carry out
the Works. He shall maintain records to demonstrate his employee’s experience and all
related training.

14.3.2 Tolerances of the superstructure

Site survey: The Precast Concrete Contractor shall undertake a survey of the work of the
concrete framework contractor to establish the tolerances of the constructed building
structure. He shall do this as soon as possible after the award of contract and shall submit
the results to the Main Contractor without delay. The details shall be provided in the form of
drawings showing deviations on plan and elevations from datums provided.

Should the Precast Concrete Contractor find the structure including, any prepared fixing
points, to be outside the stipulated tolerances, he shall inform and co-ordinate with the Main
Contractor, as to what remedial action is to be taken.

14.3.3 Erection tolerances

The Precast Concrete Contractor shall allow for the tolerances established during the site
survey, in the design of fixings and components such that the completed Works are always
within permitted tolerances.

The Precast Concrete Contractor will be responsible for obtaining any further tolerance
information he may require from the Main Contractor, having taken into account all criteria
which in his specialist knowledge are relevant to the design and construction of his Works.

14.3.4 Installation tolerances

The Works shall be erected in accordance with BS8297 such that it takes into account and is
designed to accommodate all specified tolerances and dead and live loads, movement,
creep, sway and torsion of the structure without any harmful effects. All parts of the work,
when completed shall be within the non-accumulative acceptable tolerances defined below
and shall remain so during the life of the building.

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The permissible deviations for the installation of precast concrete elements is outlined in
BS8297:200, section 11.5.

14.3.5 Setting Out

The Precast Concrete Contractor shall be responsible for the correct setting out of his
Works, for carrying out all necessary sightings and levelling, to ensure all members are
installed at their correct levels, in proper alignment and relationships, within the specified
tolerances. He will be expected to use laser levelling or a similar accurate and agreed
method.

14.3.6 Bracketry and fixings for precast concrete

Bracketry, including primary fixings to the building structure shall be installed in accordance
with the design requirements, the manufacturer’s recommendations and the agreed
procedures. The details of primary fixings including the following shall be checked and
recorded:

- Type of fixings, their size and location

- Embedment, spacing and edge distances
- Thickness of individual plates, number of plates of each thickness and total thickness
of all shimming
- Torque levels
- Locking washers or nuts and engagement of separation etc.
- Isolation of dissimilar metals
- Whether tested or not. If tested, results of test

The Precast Concrete Contractor shall establish the locations of any reinforcement using a
covermeter and shall mark these on the concrete surfaces prior to drilling for cladding
fixings. Under no circumstances shall reinforcement be cut by drilling.

For all bolt assemblies, the strength grade combination of bolts/nuts/washers shall be as
prescribed or recommended in the relevant British Standard.

The Precast Concrete Contractor shall secure all nuts used in connections to prevent
loosening.

The length of bolt shall be such that at least one clear thread shows above the nut after
tightening, and at least one thread plus the thread run out shall be clear between the nut and
the unthreaded shank of the bolt.

15 GASKETS AND SPACERS

15.1 Gaskets
Extruded gaskets shall be of silicone rubber, complying with the provisions of BS 4255.

All gaskets, weatherstripping and spacers shall have continuous mechanical engagement to
framing members.

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Where the system allows, gaskets forming the weather seals of facade elements, and those
forming the air seals of secondary defence and rainscreen pressure-equalised elements,
shall be formed into complete frames with factory injection moulded vulcanised corners or
joints. Bonding with adhesive shall not be used as a substitute for injection moulding.

Gaskets shall be free from contact and migration staining, mould flash and other process
induced defects.

Gasket material shall be manufactured to the tolerances BS 3734 Table E2 Standard (within
3% of the length/width).

Manufacturers data for gaskets must be provided confirming curing method. Job specific
compatibility tests are to be provided where EPDM gaskets are in contact with structural
silicone or weather seal.

15.2 Spacer shims and distance pieces

These shall be continuous extrusions of cured silicone rubber, consisting of at least 50% by
weight basic rubber, free from crude or reclaimed material, in durometer hardness range 50-
60. The Shore hardness shall be A/2 to ASTM D-2240; the tensile strength shall be
minimum 10.3 N/mm2 to ASTM D-412; the elongation shall be 35% to ASTM D-412; and the
compression set shall be maximum 25% to ASTM D-395B.

15.3 Nylon components

Nylon components shall consist of black Nylon 66.

16 SETTING AND LOCATION BLOCKS

Setting and location blocks shall be dense heat-cured silicone rubber, Shore hardness A,
durometer hardness 80-90. Setting blocks for glazing shall be equidistant from the centre
line of glass panes, at about the quarter points. The length of setting blocks shall be no less
than 100mm. The width of setting blocks shall be 6mm less than full channel width, so as
not to prevent water drainage.

Setting blocks shall be located so as to allow drainage of cavities through weep holes and
avoid the blockage of ventilation holes and slots.

Load transfer/ spacers blocks under double glazed units shall be positioned to fully support
both internal and external panes so that neither pane is cantilevered on an edge seal.

The contractor shall provide anti-walk spacers or blocks where necessary to ensure loads
are not transferred to the framing when not designed for.

17 SEALANTS AND BACKING MATERIALS

17.1 Weather and air seals

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Sealants shall be silicone low-modulus, matt black in colour, complying with Type A to BS
EN ISO 11600. Sealants and their primers shall be neutral cure.

In using the sealants, the Contractor shall strictly observe the instructions of the sealant
manufacturer regarding limitations, backing rods, mixing, cleaning, surface preparation,
priming and application. A primer shall be used unless manufacturer's instructions advise to
the contrary, and the sealant manufacturer certifies that the use thereof will reduce its
performance.

Sealants shall not be applied when substrates are wet or when the air temperature is below
40C or when surface temperatures exceed 500C.

Sealants shall be applied over bond breakers, set into the joint, to prevent three-sided
adhesion. Bond breakers shall be applied strictly in accordance with the sealant
manufacturer's recommendations.

Joint sealants shall be continuous and without voids. Conditions of application shall avoid
undue stress in uncured material. Exposed faces shall be tooled to provide a compact seal.

17.2 Structural silicone

Structural silicone shall be factory applied where possible. On-site application will be
allowed, on a case by case basis, only where factory application is not feasible.

In using the sealants, the Contractor shall strictly observe the instructions of the sealant
manufacturer regarding limitations, backing rods, mixing, cleaning, surface preparation,
priming and application. A primer shall be used unless manufacturer's instructions advise to
the contrary, and the sealant manufacturer certifies that the use thereof will reduce its
performance.

Structural silicone shall be designed not to carry gravity loads of glazing.

Structural silicone shall be designed for a minimum factor of safety of 7 when comparing
characteristic tensile strength at failure with design dynamic load.

The Contractor shall receive from the manufacturer and submit written approval of the use of
the structural silicone for the stresses imparted.

Sealant shall not be applied when substrates are wet or the temperature is below 40C or
surfaces are above 500C.

- Units shall not be moved until the structural silicone seal has achieved full cure.
- Exposed faces shall be tooled to provide a compact seal
- Joint sealants shall be continuous and without voids.

The Contractor shall submit for approval, at least three weeks prior to commencing
drawings, a method of statement giving details of factory quality control procedures, and site
installation and maintenance procedures. Where silicone is in contact with pvb interlayers,
job specific test compatibility test must be provided by the contractor.

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 17.3 Backing materials
Backing rods shall be of closed cell foam. They shall be oval unless otherwise stated.

18 VAPOUR CONTROL LAYERS AND MEMBRANES

The contractor shall submit cut-sheet and material data for the following materials, as well
as job specific compatibility tests where in members are in in contact with selant or one
another. The contractor shall submit a statement of manufacturers review confirming the
details have been reviewed and are suitable for intended use.

18.1 Damp-proof Membrane

Membrane shall be inert, durable, impermeable, rot-proof, vermin-proof and not degradable
by moisture and extreme temperatures and manufactured from ethylene propylene diene M-
class rubber (EPDM) or acceptable equivalent. Membranes shall be certified to an
internationally recognised Agreement Certificate to the acceptance of the Contract
Administrator. Membranes shall be non -combustible and achieve Class 0 propagation and
surface spread of flame, unless the design of the system protects the membrane from the
need for such requirements.

18.2 Breather Membrane

Membranes shall be water resistant, water vapour permeable and manufactured from non-
woven, spun-bonded high density polyethylene, or acceptable equivalent. Membranes shall
be manufactured to BS 4016 and be certified to an internationally recognised Agreement
Certificate to the acceptance of the Employer. Vapour resistance of the breather membrane
shall not be greater than that of the substrate it is protecting. Membranes shall be non-
combustibility and achieve Class 0 propagation and surface spread of flame, unless the
design of the system protects the membrane from the need for such requirements.

18.3 Vapour Control Layers/ Air Leakage Barrier

High performance reinforced membranes of metal foil or plastics, protected both sides by
rigid facings/ linings to meet the performance criteria specified. Foil adhered to plasterboard
shall not be accepted. The product shall also perform as an air barrier. Membranes shall be
certified to an internationally recognised Agreement Certificate to the acceptance of the
Employer. Vapour resistance of the material shall be correct for the specific application.
Include all necessary tapes, seals and accessories to provide a fully vapour and air sealed
system at joints, perimeter conditions and penetrations.

19 INSULATION

19.1 Mineral wool

Mineral wool shall be water repellent and rot-proof.

Insulation shall be non-combustible, achieving a classification of A1 in accordance with BS

EN 13501-1, and shall not contain blowing agents with an ozone depletion potential (ODP)
or global warming potential (GWP). They shall be free of CFC-HCFC-HFC and at least 97%
recyclable. They shall be applied in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and not
react with metal components or cause loss of plasticiser from PVC cables and pipes.

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 19.2 Polyisocyanurate
Polyisocyanurate insulation board shall comprise a CFC/HCFC–free rigid thermoset phenolic
insulation core with composite foil facings on both sides applied in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.

20 FIRE AND SMOKE STOPS

Fire and smoke stops between edge of fire compartment boundaries and the back of the
cladding shall consist of a proven proprietary system tested to BS 476: Part 20 and achieve
the required performance for both integrity and insulation as detailed in the Loss Prevention
Council assessment CC89697 to meet the requirements of the project Fire Strategy Report.
Materials shall be unaffected by freeze/thaw cycles.

21 FIXINGS

21.1.1 External fixings

All fixings outside the vapour barrier shall be stainless steel of grade A4-70 to BS 6105, to
the dimensions of BS 3692. The screw threads shall be standard coarse pitch ISO to BS
3643.

Washers outside the vapour barrier shall be of grade A4-70 to BS 6105 and manufactured in
accordance with the requirements of BS 4320, Form A.

Machined fixings shall be austenitic weldable stainless steel grade 1.4404 to BS EN 10088.

Hexagon socket screws shall be of dimensions in accordance with BS 4168.

Any torque limits noted on the drawings shall be strictly followed.

21.1.2 Fixings into concrete

For the purpose of fixing design, concrete shall be taken to be grade C30 unless stated
otherwise by the Structural Engineer.

The contractor shall avoid the use of expanded anchor systems and provide cast-in inserts
and channels for attachment of cladding systems to primary structure.

Cast-in’s shall be galvanized in accordance with section 9.8.

Cast-in’s shall be load tested in accordance with section 26.1.

The contractor shall carry out all necessary preparation work such as drilling, plugging,
screwing, bolting,cutting for anchor bolts or sockets to be cast-in and for making good,
including grouting-in of anchor bolts and fixings where necessary.

22 INSULATED RENDER SYSTEM.

The following insulated render systems shall be installed on the project.

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Location System Type

Below 18m Sto Therm Classic M – Rotafx Plus or Track system TBC. A
mechanically fixed externally insulated EPS based façade system
available with rendered finishes or The system includes a nominal
25mm cavity behind the insulation to accommodate drainage or as
required to meet the requirements of Premier Guarantee

18m and Above StoTherm Vario M –Rotofix Plus. A mechanically fixed externally
insulated EPS based façade system available with rendered
finishes or The system includes a nominal 20mm cavity behind the
insulation to accommodate drainage or as required to meet the
requirements of Premier Guarantee

On horizontal soffits Sto Classic K System

The above are to be provided by Sto Ltd, an alternate manufacturer can be provided by the
contractor when accepted by the Architect.

Sto Ltd,
2 Gordon Avenue,
Hillington Park,
Glasgow G52 4TG.
Tel: 0141 892 8000
Fax: 0141 404 9001
Email: [Link]@[Link]

On all surfaces synthetic render finishes to be provided to following manufactures ref:

Below 18m: and around high Pedestrian Areas: StoLotsuan

Above 18m and in typical areas: Stolitk Rev tbc.

22.1 Basic System Components

The works shall include the following components:

- Sto Perforated Aluminium Starter Track

- K90 Expanded Polystyrene – Tongue & Grooved Edges
- Insulation Fixing: Sto-Rotofix Plus
- Accessories: Sto-Clip Profile Novo
- Accessories: Sto PVC Mesh Angle Beads
- Accessories: Sto Armour Angle
- Accessories: StoSeal Joint Sealing Tape Lento 15/2-5, 15/5-12 or 25/9-18.
- Accessories: StoSeal Beads (Perfekt / Expert / Supra)
- Accessories: Sto-Premier Guarantee System Accessories
- Reinforcing Coat: StoLevell-Duo Plus
- Reinforcing Mesh: Sto-Glass Fibre Reinforcing Mesh
- Sto-Primer (Putzgrund)

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Note the construction should include but not be limited to the above standard products and
accessories used, all components such as beads/ trims used in specific locations must be
identified on the drawings.

22.2 Length of Warranty

An insured latent defect warranty covering materials and workmanship should be provided,
for 20 years,

22.3 Survey of Existing Walls / Substrates

Prior to commencing the installation of the insulated render works, the contractor must
complete a survey of the substrate works for each elevation, and confirm the following.

- Condition of substrate.
- Form of the substrate (with particular regard to line / straightness).
- A schedule of repairs or adjustments necessary to leave the substrate in a suitable
condition to receive the system.
- A schedule of services, fixtures and fittings to be either removed or installed to
facilitate correct installation of the system.
- A schedule of areas where the maximum spacing capacity of the Sto-Rotofix plus
fixing is likely to be exceeded, and adjustment of either the substrate or the finished
facade will be required.
- Any other information considered relevant.

22.4 Structural substrate:

Cement Particle Board on steel frame. 12mm thick for StoTherm M Rotofix Plus systems,
minimum 12mm thick for all other StoTherm systems. The suitability of the board as a
sheathing material for the given application must be confirmed by the Architect.
Details of panel substrates must be submitted to the Architect for approval in respect of all
other performance requirements within the Contract.

22.5 Substrate Preparation

Existing substrate requires no special preparation. Make good as necessary.

22.6 Substrate Pre-treatment

Depending upon specific site conditions, there may be a requirement for additional surface
pre-treatment(s). Please consult Sto Ltd for further advice.

22.7 Insulation support rails:

Rotofix Plus System to Premier Guarantee requirements including the following.

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Sto-Aluminium Flexicurve starter track 2.5m or Sto aluminium horizontal starter track; 2.0m
perforated to allow drainage. Size of aluminium starter track to suit thickness of insulation +
20mm.

Note for insulation thicknesses in excess of 200mm (EPS only), either a bespoke starter
track must be manufactured or alternatively, use Sto 2-part passive house starter track. All
starter tracks must be indicated on the drawings.

In the horizontal board joint immediately below fire barriers: Sto Stainless Steel perforated
firebreak rail and Intumescent Fire Protection tape where manufacturers details
recommend to be provided.

Sto Stainless Steel Perforated Firebreak Rails must be fixed tight to the substrate and
penetrate into the insulation joint by a minimum of 20mm. The width of the drained cavity
should be maintained at 20mm +/-5mm wherever possible. However, where a cavity in
excess of 50mm is unavoidable, a wider bespoke manufactured stainless steel firebreak rail
will be required to ensure penetration into the insulation by a minimum of 20mm.
Alternatively, a continuous non-combustible packing strip may be securely fixed behind the
rail to ensure conformity. Joints in the continuous packing strip shall be accurately formed
without gaps and sealed with a suitable intumescent sealant

22.8 Method of fixing:

Starter tracks (and firebreak rails where required) fixed using Sto-Screw Rail Fixing CS
5.5 x 50/70 to light steel frame & sheathing board substrates in accordance with Sto Ltd
recommendations, and on-site pull out tests. Alternative stainless steel fixing: Sto-Screw Rail
Fixing SS 5.5 x 50/70. Fixings to be at maximum 300mm centres and with a fixing in the
nearest available suitably sized hole to the end of the track.

Packing shims to be used to overcome surface irregularities in the substrate.

Sto Rotofix Plus adjustable fixings used with K90 tongue & grooved EPS insulation onto
dense masonry, 12mm cement particle board or 18mm plywood / OSB.
For 80 – 140mm thick insulation – Sto-Rotofix Plus Green & 120T fixing.
For 140mm thick and above insulation – Sto-Rotofix Plus Black & 160T fixing. Where a
sheathing board is installed onto a timber framed structure, the 120T / 160T Rotofix Plus
fixing must only be installed into the sheathing board and is not suitable for fixing into the
timber studs.

For areas where calculated wind suction does not exceed -1.533 kN/m², apply at the
minimum rate of 4/m². For areas where calculated wind suction is between -1.533kN/m² and
-2.40 kN/m², apply at the minimum rate of 6/m².

For wind suction loads greater than -2.40 kN/m² additional fixings will be required around
openings and at corners.

The number of fixings required due to the wind pressure must be indicated on the
contractors drawings, and provided with relevant calculations and statement of manufactures
review.

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 22.9 Materials

Insulation: Sto EPS Board (K90) CFC/HCFC free with fire retardant additive (FRA).
Thermal Conductivity: 0.034 W/Mk to BS EN 13163: 2001 & DIN 52 612.
Density: 19 kg/m³ Minimum Compressive strength: 90 kN/m² @ 10% compression.

Sto Mineral Fibre boards used to create horizontal firebreaks where a drained cavity must
be maintained. Thermal Conductivity 0.036 W/Mk to BS 3958-5: 1986 & DIN 52 612. Dual
density: 140 / 115 kg/m³. Minimum Compressive strength: 20 kN/m² @ 10% compression
Boards shall be used full size and fixed using Sto Rotofix Plus fixings.

Horizontal firebreaks shall incorporate a Sto Stainless Steel Perforated Firebreak Rail at the
bottom of the firebreak as described in insulation support rails.

Sto Mineral Fibre Lamella used to create vertical firebreaks and smoke barriers.
Thermal Conductivity 0.040 W/Mk to BS 3958-5: 1986 & DIN 52 612.
Density: 90 kg/m³ Minimum Compressive strength: 50 kN/m² @ 10% compression

Adhered to the substrate using StoLevell-Uni adhesive (where the cavity does not exceed
24mm).Where the width of the cavity exceeds 24mm, use Mineral Fibre Lamella insulation
thicker than the surrounding insulation to reduce the thickness of adhesive to less than
24mm.

Alternate compressed mineral fibre quilt (minimum width 400mm) may be used behind the
Mineral Fibre Lamella in lieu of StoLevell-Uni adhesive, and the firebreaks restrained by Sto-
Stainless Steel firebreak fixings at maximum 300mm centres, intent must be indicated on
contractors drawings prior to construction on site.

Insulation – Board Size & Thickness

EPS. 1000mm x 500mm board size with tongued & grooved edges for use with the
StoTherm Classic / Vario ‘M’ Rotofix Plus systems. Standard thicknesses from 80 to 200mm
in 10mm increments. Consult with Sto Ltd for details and recommendations.

mm Mineral Fibre Lamella. 1000mm x 200mm board size, square edged, for use as
firebreaks in StoTherm Classic / Vario ‘K’, ‘M’ & Rotofix Plus systems. Standard thicknesses
from 40 to 200mm in 10mm increments, (up to 300mm on request). Consult with Sto Ltd for
details and recommendations

Beads and Trims

Sto Perforated Aluminium starter tracks: 2.5M Flexicurve, where available in the required
width, or Sto-Aluminium starter track 2.0M, pre-drilled by the installer with minimum 6mm
diameter holes at maximum 75mm centres, 10mm from the rear of the profile along the
entire length of the profile. In addition the following are to be provided where required.

- Sto PVC Mesh Angle beads.

- Sto Armour Angle.

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 - Sto-Seal Joint Sealing Tape Lento compressible waterproof sealing tape, available in
either 15/2-5, 15/5-12 or 25/9-18 sizes.
- StoSeal Beads. To provide addition to sealing interfaces, and provide enhanced
movement capabilities and a clean finished edge at reveals & heads of openings.
- StoSeal Bead Perfekt – for use on un-insulated reveals / heads.
- StoSeal Bead Expert – for side attachment to window / door frames, etc.
- StoSeal Bead Supra – with integrated PU sealing tape for face attachment to window
door frames, etc.
The contractor must not use StoSeal Beads around cills or at the bottom of openings in the
system.

Drainage Channels.

Sto Head Channel Profile: Used to divert any free water within the system away from
window / door / balcony heads, allowing drainage to the base of the system.

Sto Soffit Profile : Used to provide clear drainage where the system terminates at a soffit.

Sto Clip Profile Novo : A profile designed to clip onto the front edge of Sto Aluminium Starter
Tracks, available in 6mm, 10mm and 15mm variants. The Sto Clip Profile Novo is to ensure
the minimum render thickness is achieved at the base of the system and support the bottom
edge of the render coatings, and shall be installed wherever mineral reinforcing coats are
specified or wherever the total render coatings depth is 6mm or greater.

Fixings into / through system:

A range of fixing options is available. Contact Sto Ltd for recommendations and details.

Reinforcing coat:
StoLevell Duo Plus calcium silicate based reinforcing coat. Thickness to be such to ensure
the reinforcing mesh is fully embedded and a level surface is provided (Minimum 3mm –
maximum 5mm).

Reinforcement: Sto Glass Fibre Reinforcing Mesh.

Reinforcing coat: StoLevell Duo Plus calcium silicate based reinforcing coat. Thickness to
be such to ensure the reinforcing mesh is fully embedded and a level surface is provided
(Minimum 3mm – maximum 5mm). Sto Primer (Putzgrund). Apply 1 full coat by brush or
roller and allow to dry thoroughly.

Reinforcement:
Sto Glass Fibre Reinforcing Mesh.

Render / Finish: Sto Glass Fibre Reinforcing Mesh.

In high traffic, vandal prone and anticipated impact areas additional reinforcement shall be
Sto Armour Mesh. Areas where Sto Armour Mesh is to be applied shall be approved by the
Architect

Render / Finish:
To be confirmed.

Thickness: 2.0mm
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Texture K – Stippled.
Where the colour specified below is in the C2, C3 or C4 categories, it is advisable to have
the preceding coat tinted to the same colour reference as the finish colour.

22.9.1 Light Reflectance

Requirement to be confirmed.

22.9.2 Integrity.

The installation must be weathertight under all anticipated conditions. The installation must
be capable of resisting all dead loads and design live loads, including impact and wind
loads, and accommodate all thermal movements without damage. Render systems may not
be applied to horizontal or near-horizontal surfaces. To enable the integrity of the system to
be maintained at parapets / wall heads, it will be necessary to install copings or cappings.
Render systems may not be continued over wall heads / parapets without the provision of
suitable protection.

22.9.3 Impact Loading.

Refer to requirements set out in section 7.7.

22.9.4 Wind Loading and Number of Fixings.

A load factor of 1.5 shall be applied to the calculated values to determine the ultimate wind
suction load to be resisted by the system. Loading patterns should be subdivided into zoned
areas throughout the façade.

22.9.5 Uniformity of Colour and texture

Upon approval of samples and coatings, the contractor is ensure the proportion of
constituent materials are maintained, as well as ensure that supplies of materials are
sufficient to give consistent and uniform colour and texture.

Contractor is to submit quality plan identifying how above the above is to be maintained.

22.9.6 Installation

Installation to be carried out by a contractor registered with Sto Ltd. It is also recommend
that the contractor is a member of INCA, The Insulated Render and Cladding Association
and subscribe to the INCA guideline that 75% of the work force, whether directly employed
or subcontract, have been certified as being competent in the installation of External Wall
Insulation Systems, by an INCA approved assessor. Installation shall be made strictly in
accordance with Sto Ltd instructions. Reference should be made to the project specification,
method statement, drawings, technical data sheets, and all other relevant literature. Consult
with Sto Ltd for latest literature.
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Note where an alternate system is applied, the installers must be approved to apply that
particular system.

Adverse Weather: Do not use materials that are or have been frozen. Do not apply
materials to frost bound surfaces. Do not apply when the air or surface temperature is below
5 degrees Centigrade. Maintain temperature of the work above freezing until material has
fully hardened. Protect newly rendered surfaces against rain and snow by covering when
precipitation occurs. Remove and replace coatings damaged by rain or frost.

Pull-out tests on Fixing Pins: to be carried out on site to prove the suitability of the
structural background and determine the size and number of fixings required. Give advance
notice of testing to allow CA the opportunity to be present.

Cleanliness: Carefully protect all existing work and approaches using suitable boards,
sheets, etc. Clean off any droppings or snots from finished work immediately.

Render Thickness Gauges: or other suitable means must be used to ensure the specified
coating thickness.

Curing : Allow all mortar / render coats and primer coats to dry out thoroughly before
applying subsequent coats. Take all necessary precautions to prevent newly rendered
surfaces from drying out too rapidly.

22.9.7 Construction and Thermal Joints.

Proposals for construction and thermal joints are to be made by the contractor for review and
approval by the Architect. The number, size and position of joints are to be designed to
have minimal visual impact.

Jointing material is to match colour of render

22.9.8 Movement Joints.

Requirements for structural movement joints are to be reviewed based on the primary
structural movements outlined in the Arup Movement & Tolerance Report. Proposals for
movement joints are to be made by the contractor for review and approval by the Architect.
The number, size and position of joints are to be designed to have minimal visual impact.

Jointing material is to match colour of render

22.10 Horizontal Fire Barriers.

Install horizontal fire barriers where required to achieve integrity of fire compartments using
non-combustible material to BS 467: Part 4. Minimum 200mm (or as otherwise described
above) x total thickness of external wall insulation. Install barriers at every floor level above
the second storey/beginning of third storey (or below if required) as shown on drawings. The
fire barrier must be positioned to be coincident with the horizontal fire compartment within
the structure. Closely butt at joints and intersections, leaving no gaps. Incorporate
mechanical fixings, rails, intumescent strips as described above and / or as shown on the

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drawings. The provision of horizontal fire barriers shall be compliant with Building
Regulations and to Building Control approval.

22.10.1 Vertical Fire Barriers.

Install vertical fire barriers where required to achieve integrity of fire compartments using
non-combustible material to BS476: Part 4. Minimum 200mm wide (or as otherwise
described above) x total thickness of external wall insulation, shall be used in a staggered
pattern to ensure a band of non-combustible material extending 100mm wide for the full
height of the compartment. The fire break must be positioned to be coincident with the
vertical fire compartment within the structure. Maintain smoke barrier using full width
coverage of Sto Levell Uni between back of fire break insulation and structural background,
(minimum width 100mm). Closely butt at joints and intersections, leaving no gaps.
Incorporate any mechanical fixings, rails as shown on the drawings. The provision of vertical
fire barriers shall be compliant with Building Regulations and to local Building Control
approval.

22.10.2 Cavity fire Barriers

Install cavity fire barriers of an approved design to meet the requirements of the relevant
national Building Regulations, and approved by the local building authority.

22.10.3 Fire barrier Fixings

All Sto Specified fixings to fire barriers to be stainless steel or as otherwise approved by Sto
Ltd. Where the inclusion of such fixings is visible at the face of the insulation, this will
introduce a cold bridge and may therefore result in the appearance of light spots in the
render finish.

22.10.4 Supports for Services/ Fittings.

Provide secure supports within the insulation for soil and rainwater pipe brackets, aerials,
cameras, lighting, signage and the like in locations shown on drawings. Consult with Sto Ltd
for fixing methods / details.

22.10.5 Sealant Joints

Sealant joints at all locations and and interfaces between insulation/ render and dissimilar
materials to be one of the manufacturers approved :

Sealant:
- StoSeal Joint Sealing Tape Lento 15/ 2-5, 15mm wide, installed thickness 2 – 5mm
- StoSeal Joint Sealing Tape Lento 15/ 5-12, 15mm wide, installed thickness 5 –
12mm
- StoSeal Joint Sealing Tape Lento 25/ 9-18, 25mm wide, installed thickness 9 –
18mm.

Stop beads:

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 - Sto PVC Stop Beads in conjunction with weather sealant sealant in locations where
there is insufficient room / provision for StoSeal Joint Sealing Tape Lento to be
installed.

Weather sealant used in the above application must be suitable for intended application,
joints to be indicated on the drawings with material data provided by contractor for approval
by the Architect.

22.10.6 Inspection of completed Installation.

As soon as possible after completion of the work and before removing scaffolding, carry out
an inspection with the Architect to identify any defects. Benchmark installation to be
provided for post fixing scaffolding ties is to be agreed.

23 COMPOSITE METAL PANELS

23.1 General
Composite metal panels shall consist of a proprietary brand of composite metal panels,
nominally 4mm overall thickness, comprising two skins of 0.5-0.7mm thick metal, either
aluminium stainless steel or zinc, sandwiching a non-combustible mineral core.

Panels shall comply with the requirements of BS 476 Part 6:Class 0 and BS 476 Part
7:Class1

23.2 Composite metal panel tolerances

(a) Bow 0.2% of length measured, with 4mm maximum.
(b) Dimensions +/- 0.8mm up to 1200mm; 1.6mm above 1200mm.
(c) Squareness 3mm difference in diagonals for measurements up to 1200mm; 4mm
difference for measurements above 1200mm.

24 GENERAL SITE WORKMANSHIP AND TOLERANCES

24.1 General requirements

All workmanship and finishes shall be of high quality.

All parts shall be capable of being correctly aligned, with fixing methods able to
accommodate deviations in the primary support structure.

Prior to carrying out installation, the Contractor shall carry out a full survey of the support
structures.

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The Contractor shall refer to individual material paragraphs for tolerances of supplied and
fabricated materials.

The Contractor shall ensure overall stability during construction.

24.2 Installation tolerances

The Works shall be installed to the following, non-accumulative, tolerances:

(a) Line +/-2mm per storey height or bay width.

(b) Level +/-2mm within any one structural bay.
(c) Plumb +/-2mm in any one storey.
(d) Plane +/-2mm in any one storey or bay width.
(e) Intersection +/-2mm out of alignment in any direction between two adjoining members or
panels.

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PART 4: TESTING

25 OFF-SITE TESTING

25.1 Independent authority

All testing shall be carried out by an approved UKAS accredited independent testing
laboratory.

Pre-qualification documents for the choice of preferred testing laboratory are to be submitted
to the Architect for review prior to commencement of the test.

An independent witness shall be provided at the contractors cost.

25.2 Weather, air permeability and structural testing

Testing shall be carried out in accordance with the requirements of the CWCT "Standard for
systemized building envelopes 2006" and with “Standard test methods for building
envelopes”, CWCT, December 2005. Test Sequence B shall be followed, unless additional
discretionary tests are required by the project design, and in accordance with general
guidance given in CWCT Technical Note 41. Unless agreed otherwise, all tests carried out
in the Contractor’s factory shall be independently witnessed.

Air permeability shall be tested in accordance with BS EN 12153, with results expressed in
accordance with BS EN 12152.

Water-tightness shall be tested in accordance with BS EN 12155, with results expressed in

accordance with BS EN 12154.

Water-tightness testing under dynamic conditions shall be tested in accordance with BS EN

13050 or by an ‘aero engine’ test to AAMA 501.1.

Resistance to wind load shall be tested in accordance with BS EN 12179, performing in

compliance with BS EN 13116.

Previous test certificates may be submitted for approval provided that the test arrangement
and procedure exactly match this project specification in every respect and the requirements
of the CWCT "Standard for systemized building envelopes 2006" paragraph 1.5.5 are
complied with.

25.3 Impact testing

Soft and hard body impact tests shall be carried out to the levels described in the
performance requirements section 7.7.

25.4 Structural silicone testing

Testing shall comply with the requirements of ETAG 002.

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 25.5 Building movement/racking testing

Building movement testing shall be carried out to the requirements of Section 17 of the
CWCT Test methods for building envelopes and in-service deflections as outlined in the
Structural Movement and Tolerance Report.

25.6 Door Operation

Door operation shall be tested in accordance with the requirements and standards set out in
Section 7 of this specification.

25.7 Fragile glass roofs

Fragile glass roofs shall be tested according to CWCT Technical Note 67.

25.8 Acoustic Testing

Refer to requirements set out in Section 7 of this specification, Arup Acoustic Report and
Building Regulations. .

25.9 Fire Testing

Fire performance testing shall be carried out to the requirements set out in Section 7 of this
specification.

25.10 Aerodynamic testing of air intake/extract vents and louvres

Aerodynamic testing of air intake/extract vents and louvres shall be undertaken to the
requirements set out in M&E specification.

26 ON-SITE TESTING

26.1 General cladding fixings

Testing shall be carried out pre-construction on 20 No. fixings into concrete, to a tensile load
of 1.5 times the design load. The movement at this load shall not exceed 0.1mm.

On the installed fixings on the building, 5% of these shall be tested to 1.1 times their design
tensile load. The movement at this load shall not exceed 0.1mm.

Fixings shall be tested in accordance with the requirements of BS 5080 and the Construction
Fixings Association Guidance Note “Procedure for site testing construction fixings”.

26.2 Site hose testing

Areas selected by the Architect totaling 5% of the assembled, finished façade and roof shall
be hose tested in accordance with the CWCT “Standard test methods for building

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envelopes”. Additionally an initial benchmark construction portion of each principal cladding
system shall be hose tested prior to volume construction.

Upon failure of site hose testing an additional 5% will be added to the total test area, to be
agreed with the Architect.

26.3 Site testing of whole building for air leakage

The Contractor shall coordinate with others in the pressure test carried out on the whole
building on-site by others in accordance with CIBSE test method TM23, as part of the overall
air leakage requirements of the building to UK Building Regulations – Approved Document
Part L, to a targeted performance of 3m3/m2/hr @ 50Pa.

If the test fails to conform to the specification, the Contractor shall participate in discussions
regarding remedial actions required to the Works and shall if required carry out remedial
work required until compliance is achieved.

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PART 5: REFERENCES

27 LIST OF CODES AND STANDARDS REFERENCED IN THIS SPECIFICATION

Note: This list is not exhaustive and other Standards may be referenced in the Specification
but not included here.

27.1 General documents

Local and/or national building regulations

"Standard for systemized building envelopes", Centre for Window and Cladding Technology
(CWCT), 2006

“Standard test methods for building envelopes”, CWCT, December 2005

“Selection and testing of stone”, CWCT

TN 41: Site testing for watertightness, CWCT

TN 52: Impact performance of cladding, CWCT

TN 66: Safety and fragility of overhead glazing, guidance on specification, CWCT

TN 67: Safety and fragility of overhead glazing, testing and assessment, CWCT

"Glazing Manual", Glass and Glazing Federation

“Structural use of glass in building”, Institution of Structural Engineers, 1999

“Specification for manufacture, curing and testing of GRC panels” published jointly by the
Concrete Society and the GRCA

National Structural Concrete Specification for Structural Concrete

National Structural Steel Specification for Structural Steel

Steel Construction Institute Publication 291- structural design of stainless steel

Construction Fixings Association Guidance Note “Procedure for site testing construction
fixings”

ETAG 002 Guideline for European technical approval for structural sealant glazing systems

Hadamar 2009: Guideline to Assessing the Visible Quality of Insulating Glass Unit, prepared
by the Institute of the Glazing Trade for Glazing Technology and Window Manufacture in
Hadamar, Germany

CIBSE TM23 Testing Buildings for Air Leakage

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Loss Prevention Council Assessment CC89697

ACR[M]001 Test for non-fragility of profile sheeted roofing assemblies

27.2 British Standards

BS 476 Fire tests on building materials and structures —

Part 6: Method of test for fire propagation for products [CHECK

RELEVANCE]

Part 7: Method of classification of surface spread of flame for products

Part 20: Method for determination of the fire resistance of elements of

construction

BS 729 Hot dipped galvanising

BS 952 Glass for glazing

Part 1: Classification

Part 2: Terminology for work on glass

BS 1449-1 Steel plate, sheet and strip

BS 2901 Filler rods and wires for gas-shielded arc welding

BS 3019 Part 1: Specification for TIG welding of aluminium, magnesium and their
alloys

BS 3571 Part 1: Specification for MIG welding of aluminium and aluminium alloys

BS 3643 Part 1: ISO metric screw threads. Principles and basic data

BS 3692 Specification for ISO metric precision hexagon bolts, screws and nuts. Metric
units

BS 3734 Rubber. Tolerances for products. Dimensional tolerances

BS 3987 Specification for anodic oxidation coatings on wrought aluminium for external
architectural applications

BS 4168 Hexagon socket screws and wrench keys: metric series

BS 4190 Specification for ISO metric black hexagon bolts, screws and nuts

BS 4203 Extruded rigid PVC corrugated sheeting

BS 4255 Rubber used in performance gaskets for weather exclusion from buildings

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 Part 1: Specification for non-cellular gaskets

BS 4315-2 Methods of test for resistance to air and water penetration

BS 4320 Specification for metal washers for general engineering purposes. Metric
series

BS 4549-1 Guide to quality control requirements for reinforced plastics mouldings. Guide
to the preparation of a scheme to control the quality of glass reinforced
polyester mouldings

BS 5080 Structural fixings in concrete and masonry. Part 1: Method of test for tensile
loadings

BS 5493 Code of practice for protective coating of iron and steel structures against
corrosion

BS 5516 Patent glazing and sloping glazing for buildings

BS 5544 Specification for anti-bandit glazing

BS 6105 Specification for corrosion resistant stainless steel fasteners

BS 6180 Barriers in and about buildings

BS 6262 Glazing for buildings

BS 6375-1 Performance of windows and doors. Part 1: Classification for

weathertightness and guidance on selection and specification

BS 7430 Code of practice for protective earthing of electrical installations

BS 7671 Requirements for electrical installations. IET Wiring Regulations

BS 8118-1 Structural use of aluminium – code of practice for design

BS 8200 Design of non-loadbearing external vertical enclosures of buildings

BS 8298 Code of practice for design and installation of natural stone cladding and
lining

PD 6484 Commentary on corrosion at bimetallic contacts and its alleviation

27.3 British Standard EN

BS EN 287 Approval testing of welders for fusion welding

BS EN 288 Specification and approval of welding procedures for metallic

materials

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BS EN 356 Glass in building. Security glazing. Testing and classification of
resistance against manual attack

BS EN 485 Aluminium sheet, strip and plate

BS EN 572 Glass in building - basic soda lime silicate glass products

Part 1 : Definitions and general physical properties

Part 2 : Float glass

BS EN 755-9 Aluminium and aluminium alloys – Extruded rod/bar, tube and profiles.

Part 9: Profiles, tolerances on dimensions and form

BS EN 950 Door leaves. Determination of resistance to hard body impact

BS EN 1096 Glass in building. Coated glass

BS EN 1169 Precast concrete products. General rules for factory production control
of glass-fibre reinforced cement

BS EN 1279 Glass in building – Insulated glass units

BS EN 1364 Fire resistance tests for non-loadbearing elements. Walls

Part 3: Curtain walling. Full configuration (complete assembly)

Part 4: Curtain walling. Part configuration

BS EN 1627 Pedestrian doorsets, windows, curtain walling, grilles and shutters.

Burglar resistance. Requirements and classification

BS EN 1808 Safety requirements on suspended access equipment. Design

calculations, stability criteria, construction. Tests

BS EN 1863-1 Glass in building - Heat strengthened soda lime silicate glass

Part 1: Definition and description

BS EN 1925 Natural stone test methods. Determination of water absorption

coefficient by capillarity

BS EN 1936 Natural stone test methods. Determination of real density and

apparent density and of total and open porosity

BS EN 1991-1-1 Eurocode 1 General actions – Densities, self-weight and imposed

loads

BS EN 1991-1-3 Eurocode 1: General actions – Snow loads

BS EN 1991-1-4 Eurocode 1: General actions –Wind actions

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BS EN 1993 Eurocode 3: Design of steel structures

BS EN 1999 Eurocode 9: Design of aluminium structures

BS EN 2746 Glass fibre reinforced plastics. Flexural test. Three point bend method

BS EN 2747 Glass fibre reinforced plastics. Tensile test

BS EN 3506-1 Mechanical properties of corrosion resistant stainless steel fasteners

BS EN 9001 Quality management

BS EN 10025 Hot rolled products of structural steels

BS EN 10056-1 Specification for structural steel equal and unequal angles.

Dimensions

BS EN 10088 Stainless steels. Part 1: List of stainless steels

BS EN 10142 Specification for continuously hot-dip zinc coated low carbon steel
sheet and strip for cold forming: technical delivery conditions

BS EN 10259 Cold-rolled stainless and heat resisting steel wide strip and
plate/sheet. Tolerances on dimensions and shape

BS EN 10296-2 Welded circular steel tubes for mechanical and general engineering
purposes. Technical delivery conditions. Stainless steel

BS EN 10545 Ceramic tiles. Determination of resistance to surface abrasion for

glazed tiles

BS EN 12020-2 Aluminium and aluminium alloys – Extruded precision profiles in alloys

EN AW-6060 and EN AW-6063 - Part 2: Tolerances on dimensions
and form

BS EN 12056-3 Gravity drainage systems inside buildings. Roof drainage, layout and
calculation

BS EN 12152 Curtain walling. Air permeability. Performance requirements and

classification

BS EN 12153 Curtain walling. Air permeability. Test method

BS EN 12154 Curtain walling. Watertightness. Performance requirements and

classification

BS EN 12155 Curtain walling. Watertightness. Laboratory test under static pressure

BS EN 12179 Curtain walling. Resistance to wind load. Test method

BS EN 12206-1 Paints and varnishes. Coating of aluminium and aluminium alloys for
architectural purposes. Coatings prepared from coating powder

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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 12372 Natural stone test methods. Determination of flexural strength under

concentrated load

BS EN 12407 Natural stone test methods. Petrographic examination

BS EN 12600 Glass in building – Pendulum test – Impact test method and

classification for flat glass

BS EN 13022 Glass in building. Structural sealant glazing.

BS EN 13049 Windows. Soft and heavy body impact. Test method, safety
requirements and classification

BS EN 13050 Curtain walling. Watertightness. Laboratory test under dynamic

condition of air pressure and water spray

BS EN 13051 Curtain walling. Watertightness. Site test

BS EN 13116 Curtain walling. Resistance to wind load. Performance requirements

BS EN 13119 Curtain walling. Terminology

BS EN 13501-1 Fire classification of construction products and building elements.

Classification using test data from reaction to fire tests

BS EN 13830 Curtain walling. Product standard

BS EN 13947 Thermal performance of curtain walling. Calculation of thermal

transmittance. Simplified method

BS EN 14019 Curtain walling. Impact resistance. Performance requirements

BS EN 14024 Mechanical performance of thermally broken profiles

BS EN 14179-1 Glass in building - Heat soaked thermally toughened soda lime silicate
safety glass. Definition and description

BS EN 15191 Precast concrete products. Classification of glass fibre reinforced

concrete performances

BS EN 15422 Precast concrete products. Specification of glassfibres for

reinforcement of mortars and concretes

BS EN 62305 Protection against lightning

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 27.4 British Standard ISO

BS EN ISO 105 Textiles. Tests for colour fastness

BS EN ISO 140-3 Acoustics. Measurement of sound insulation in buildings and of

building elements. Part 3: Laboratory measurements of airborne
sound insulation of building elements

BS EN ISO 717-1 Acoustics. Rating of sound insulation in buildings and of building

elements. Part 1: Airborne sound insulation

BS EN ISO 2808 Paints and varnishes. Determination of film thickness

BS EN ISO 10140-5 Acoustics - Laboratory measurement of sound insulation of building

elements. Part 5: Requirements for test facilities and equipment

BS EN ISO 10848 Acoustics. Laboratory measurement of the flanking transmission of

airborne and impact sound between adjoining rooms

BS EN ISO 11600 Building construction. Jointing products. Classification and

requirements for sealants

BS EN ISO 11963 Plastics. Polycarbonate sheets. Types, dimensions and characteristics

BS EN ISO 12543 Glass in building. Laminated glass and laminated safety glass

BS EN ISO 13788 Hygrothermal performance of building components and building

elements – Internal surface temperature to avoid critical surface
humidity and interstitial condensation – Calculation methods

BS ISO 15686 Buildings and constructed assets - Service life planning

27.5 Preliminary Euronorms

prEN 13474-1 Glass in building. Design of glass panes. General basis of design

27.6 American Standards

AAMA 501.2 Quality assurance and diagnostic water leakage field check of
installed storefronts, curtain walls, and sloped glazing systems

AAMA 2603 Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements and Test

Procedures for Pigmented Organic Coatings on Aluminum Extrusions
and Panels

AAMA 2604 Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements and Test

procedures for High Performance Organic Coatings on Aluminum
Extrusions and Panels

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AAMA 2605 Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements and Test
Procedures for Superior Performing Organic Coatings on Aluminum
Extrusions and Panels

AISC 303 Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges

ASTM C97 Standard Test Methods for Absorption and Bulk Specific Gravity of
Dimension Stone

ASTM C99 Standard Test Method for Modulus of Rupture of Dimension Stone

ASTM C170 Standard Test Method for Compressive Strength of Dimension Stone

ASTM C295 Standard Guide for Petrographic Examination of Aggregates for

Concrete

ASTM C615 Standard Specification for Granite Dimension Stone

ASTM C880 Standard Test Method for Flexural Strength of Dimension Stone

ASTM C1279 Standard Test Method for Non-Destructive Photoelastic Measurement

of Edge and Surface Stresses in Annealed, Heat-Strengthened, and
Fully Tempered Flat Glass

ASTM D395B Standard Test Methods for Rubber Property - Compression Set.

ASTM D412 Standard Test Methods for Vulcanized Rubber and Thermoplastic
Elastomers - Tension

ASTM D2240 Standard Test Method for Rubber Property - Durometer Hardness

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PART 6: APPENDICES

28 Appendix A: List of Architect’s drawings

29 Appendix B: External Wall System Performance Matrix & Glass Matrix

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APPENDIX A - List of Architect’s drawings

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 5181-CityNorth
Envelope Outline Package Contents
5181-A-20-SCH-01
Rev -, 18.09.13
Rev A, 10.10.13 Document naming and drawing revision updated
Rev B, 20.12.13 Document naming added, drawing revision omitted. Tender issue.
Rev C, 20.12.13 Documents added, soffit drawings. Tender issue.

Item Document Description Author Notes

1 5181-A-48-SCH-01 Schedule of Rated Materials Rolfe Judd
2 5181-A-70-SCH-01 Schedule of Accommodation and Areas Rolfe Judd
3 5181-OS-01 Outline Specification - Façade and External Components Rolfe Judd Contains colour coded elevations
4 Stage E Document, Section 8.01 Access and Maintenance written Strategy Rolfe Judd A&M strategy for the envelope

5 Structural Basis of Design Structural written Report ARUP Includes M&T chapter
6 Fire Strategy Fire Strategy written Report H+H Fire
7 Building Envelope Performance Specification Performance Based written Specification BuroHappold
8 EWS Performance Matrix Envelope Systems Performance Matrix BuroHappold
9 Façade Acoustics and Services Noise Criteria Acoustic written Report ARUP

10 A_-_90_-01 General Site Plan Location Rolfe Judd

11 A_-_90_-02 General Site Plan As Existing Rolfe Judd
12 A_-_90_-03 General Site Plan As Proposed Rolfe Judd

13 A_-_20_E01 General Site Elevation North Elevation Rolfe Judd

14 A_-_20_E02 General Site Elevation East Elevation Rolfe Judd
15 A_-_20_E03 General Site Elevation South Elevation Rolfe Judd
16 A_-_20_E04 General Site Elevation West Elevation Rolfe Judd
17 A_-_20_E05 General Site Elevations West Elevation - inner street Rolfe Judd
18 A_-_20_E06 General Site Elevations South Elevation - view to Block D Rolfe Judd
19 A_-_20_E07 General Site Elevations West Elevation Rolfe Judd

20 A_-_20_P-1 General Site Plan Basement Level Rolfe Judd

21 A_-_20_P00 General Site Plan Ground Floor Level Rolfe Judd
22 A_-_20_P01 General Site Plan 1st Floor Level Rolfe Judd
23 A_-_20_P02 General Site Plan 2nd Floor Level Rolfe Judd
24 A_-_20_P03 General Site Plan 3rd Floor Level Rolfe Judd
25 A_-_20_P04 General Site Plan 4th Floor Level Rolfe Judd
26 A_-_20_P05 General Site Plan 5th Floor Level Rolfe Judd
27 A_-_20_P06 General Site Plan 6th Floor Level Rolfe Judd
28 A_-_20_P07 General Site Plan 7th Floor Level Rolfe Judd
29 A_-_20_P08 General Site Plan 8th Floor Level Rolfe Judd
30 A_-_20_P09 General Site Plan 9th Floor Level Rolfe Judd
31 A_-_20_P10 General Site Plan 10th Floor Level Rolfe Judd
32 A_-_20_P11 General Site Plan 11th Floor Level Rolfe Judd
33 A_-_20_P12 General Site Plan 12th Floor Level Rolfe Judd
34 A_-_20_P13 General Site Plan 13th Floor Level Rolfe Judd
35 A_-_20_P14 General Site Plan 14th Floor Level Rolfe Judd
36 A_-_20_P15 General Site Plan 15th Floor Level Rolfe Judd
37 A_-_20_P16 General Site Plan 16th Floor Level Rolfe Judd
38 A_-_20_P17 General Site Plan 17th Floor Level Rolfe Judd
39 A_-_20_P18 General Site Plan 18th Floor Level Rolfe Judd
40 A_-_20_P19 General Site Plan 19th Floor Level Rolfe Judd
41 A_-_20_P20 General Site Plan 20th Floor Level Rolfe Judd
42 A_-_20_P21 General Site Plan 21st Floor Level Rolfe Judd
43 A_-_20_P22 General Site Plan 22nd Floor Level Rolfe Judd
44 A_-_20_P23 General Site Plan 23rd Floor Level Rolfe Judd

45 A_-_20_S01 General Site Sections A-A Rolfe Judd

46 A_-_20_S02 General Site Sections B-B Rolfe Judd
47 A_-_20_S03 General Site Section Blocks A and C Rolfe Judd
48 A_-_20_S101 Site Section Rolfe Judd
49 A_-_20_S102 Site Section Rolfe Judd
50 A_-_20_S103 Site Section Rolfe Judd
51 A_-_20_S104 General Site Section Block D Rolfe Judd
52 A_-_20_S105 General Site Section Block B Facing East Rolfe Judd
53 A_-_20_S106 General Site Section Block B Facing East Rolfe Judd

54 A_-_21_DK01 Element Key Rolfe Judd

55 A_A_21_D101 Block A Detail Section Roof Area Rolfe Judd

56 A_A_21_D102 Block A Detail Section Upper Terrace Area Rolfe Judd
57 A_A_21_D103 Block A Detail Section Typical Section Area Rolfe Judd
58 A_A_21_D104 Block A Detail Section Interim Terrace Area Rolfe Judd
59 A_A_21_D105 Block A Detail Section Upper Terrace Area Rolfe Judd
60 A_A_21_D107 Block A Detail Section Interim Terrace Area Rolfe Judd
61 A_A_21_D109 Block A Detail Section Interim Terrace Area Rolfe Judd

62 A_B_21_D101 Block B Detail Section Roof Area Rolfe Judd

63 A_B_21_D102 Block B Detail Section Upper Terrace Area Rolfe Judd
64 A_B_21_D104 Block B Detail Section Interim Terrace Area Rolfe Judd
65 A_B_21_D105 Block B Detail Section Upper Terrace/Typical Double Storey Rolfe Judd
66 A_B_21_D106 Block B Detail Section Typical Double Storey/Interim Terrace Rolfe Judd
67 A_B_21_D107 Block B Detail Section Recessed Balcony Rolfe Judd
68 A_B_21_D109 Block B Detail Section Core B Link Rolfe Judd
69 A_B_21_D111 Block B Linear Detail Section Underpass Soffit Rolfe Judd
70 A_B_21_D127 Block B Linear Detail Section Rooflight Rolfe Judd
71 A_B_21_D204 Block B Linear Detail Plan Projecting Balconies Rolfe Judd

72 A_C_21_D101 Block C Detail Section Roof Area Rolfe Judd

73 A_C_21_D103 Block C Detail Section Interim Terrace Area Rolfe Judd
74 A_C_21_D105 Block C Detail Section Typical Section Rolfe Judd
75 A_C_21_D106 Block C Detail Section Typical Section Rolfe Judd
76 A_C_21_D108 Block C Detail Section Interim Terrace Area Rolfe Judd
77 A_C_21_D110 Block C Detail Section Interim Terrace Area Rolfe Judd
78 A_C_21_D203 Block C Detail Plan 7th Floor Rolfe Judd

79 A_D_21_D101 Block D Detail Section Roof Area Rolfe Judd

80 A_D_21_D102 Block D Detail Sections Roof Area Rolfe Judd
81 A_D_21_D103 Block D Detail Section Shopfront Rolfe Judd

82 A_-_26_P-1 General Site, Fire Strategy, Level -1 Rolfe Judd

83 A_-_26_P00 General Site, Fire Strategy, Ground Floor Plan Rolfe Judd
84 A_-_26_P01 General Site, Fire Strategy, First Floor Plan Rolfe Judd
85 A_-_26_P02 General Site, Fire Strategy, Second Floor Plan Rolfe Judd
86 A_-_26_P03 General Site, Fire Strategy, Third Floor Plan Rolfe Judd
87 A_-_26_P04 General Site, Fire Strategy, Fourth Floor Plan Rolfe Judd
88 A_-_26_P05 General Site, Fire Strategy, Fifth Floor Plan Rolfe Judd
89 A_-_26_P06 General Site, Fire Strategy, Sixth Floor Plan Rolfe Judd
90 A_-_26_P07 General Site, Fire Strategy, Seventh Floor Plan Rolfe Judd
91 A_-_26_P08 General Site, Fire Strategy, Eighth Floor Plan Rolfe Judd
92 A_-_26_P09 General Site, Fire Strategy, Ninth Floor Plan Rolfe Judd
93 A_-_26_P10 General Site, Fire Strategy, Tenth Floor Plan Rolfe Judd
94 A_-_26_P11 General Site, Fire Strategy, Eleventh Floor Plan Rolfe Judd
95 A_-_26_P12 General Site, Fire Strategy, Twelfth Floor Plan Rolfe Judd
96 A_-_26_P13 General Site, Fire Strategy, Thirteenth Floor Plan Rolfe Judd
97 A_-_26_P14 General Site, Fire Strategy, Fourteenth Floor Plan Rolfe Judd
98 A_-_26_P15 General Site, Fire Strategy, Fifteenth Floor Plan Rolfe Judd
99 A_-_26_P16 General Site, Fire Strategy, Sixteenth Floor Plan Rolfe Judd
100 A_-_26_P17 General Site, Fire Strategy, Seventeenth Floor Plan Rolfe Judd
101 A_-_26_P18 General Site, Fire Strategy, Eighteenth Floor Plan Rolfe Judd
102 A_-_26_P19 General Site, Fire Strategy, Ninteenth Floor Plan Rolfe Judd
103 A_-_26_P20 General Site, Fire Strategy, Twentieth Floor Plan Rolfe Judd
104 A_-_26_P21 General Site, Fire Strategy, Twentyfirst Floor Plan Rolfe Judd
105 A_-_26_P22 General Site, Fire Strategy, Twentysecond Floor Plan Rolfe Judd

106 A_A_21_D201A Block A External Soffit to Level 2 Common Area Rolfe Judd
107 A_A_21_D201B Block A External Soffit to Level 2 Common Area Rolfe Judd
108 A_A_21_D201C Block A External Soffit to Level 2 Common Area Rolfe Judd
109 A_A_21_D201D Block A External Soffit to Level 2 Common Area Rolfe Judd
110 A_A_21_D202 Block A External Soffit to Level 11 West Elevation Rolfe Judd
111 A_A_21_D203 Block A External Soffit to Level 11 North Elevation Rolfe Judd
112 A_B_21_D201 Block B External Soffit to Level 2 Bridge Rolfe Judd
113 A_B_21_D202A Block B External Soffit to Level 4 Common Area Rolfe Judd
114 A_B_21_D202B Block B External Soffit to Level 4 Common Area Rolfe Judd
115 A_B_21_D203 Block B External Soffit to Level 11 Southwest Rolfe Judd
116 A_B_21_D204 Block B External Soffit to Level 11 Southwest Rolfe Judd
117 A_B_21_D205A Block B External Soffit to Level 11 Northeast Rolfe Judd
118 A_B_21_D205B Block B External Soffit to Level 11 Southeast Rolfe Judd

[Link]
APPENDIX B – EXTERNAL WALL SYSTEM MATRIX, GLASS MATRIX & MARKED-UP
ELEVATIONS

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PROJECT: CITY NORTH, ISLINGTON, UNITED HOUSING
For
19/12/2013 REV 04
EWS PERFORMANCE MATRIX Tender

BURO HAPPOLD FAÇADE ENGINEERING

ARCHITECT ROLFE-JUDD

*Notes: Assumed wind Load 1.5Kpa typ, and 1.0Kpa at Ground Floor, note depth of 130mm based on depth of suggested profile UCS 65, note selection of different profile will result in a different system depth.

AREA
WEIGHTED U-
value (Inc.
(VLT)
vision glazed,
Visible
External Wall System Building Use/ Approx. System Depth Inc. Glazing opaque, G-value of Required Fire Vent, Window and Door types (Refer to architects Suggested Installation External Wall System
Key Façade System Description Orientation Block/Levels Secondary components Method of Support Structural Movement Glazing Safety Glass Retention Finishes Light Acoustic Performance
Designation Type (mm) ** type framing glazing Performance outline performance specification for description) Method Designation.
Transmi
elements and
ssion
insulation
within internal
linings)

UNITISED SYSTEMS UNITISED SYSTEMS (EWS-

(EWS-01) 01)

Externally flush
Proprietary faceted unitised aluminium externally flush curtain wall panels with Panels top hung from front face of
Compliant with part N and BS 6399 appearance with Single and Two leaf glazed swing doors suggested types
double glazed insulated units, and horizontal aluminium insulated spandrel structural slab, and laterally restrained at Refer to Arup Structural Min.60db Dnfw + ctr flanking
Factory sealed air Intake and extract vents to both interior and exterior side where structural silicone Scheuco ADS65HD / [Link] or similar. Habitable
panels with louvers incorporating intake and extract vents. System to be thermally Structural depth130mm the bottom. Deflections of transoms Movement & Tolerance Report External and internal framing coated with 2 hours fire safing and horizontal and vertical (TBC).
EWS-01A (Proprietary faceted be incorporated into metal insulated GL-01/GL- access is provided both sides, and bonded on 4 sides. rooms to be provided with an outward opening top hung Installation to be off the EWS-01A (Proprietary faceted
broken and provided with two separate lines of weather defence. System to N,S,W and E (plus100mm for fire supporting doors to limit deflection as for in-service movement. standard PPC colour, 25 year warranty, Approx. smoke seal to be Refer to acoustic report for
unitised aluminium glazed Residential Tower Block B, Level 03-09 and 12-19. spandrel panels. Insulated spandrel panels 02/GL-05/GL- interior side only where not System to 1.00 W/m2K 0.40 window Schueco type AWS102 or similar where doors are structural slab using a unitised aluminium glazed
incorporate ability for retro-fit carrier frame for glazing replacement. Panels to Elevation safing at perimeter slab required by door manufacturer. Brackets to Brackets to accommodate up to Qualicoat 2 or similar. Aluminium panels 70% provided at perimeter clarification of exterior to interior
curtain wall) to be supplied with factory sealed connection 06 occurring at or adjacent to doors, accommodate retro- not provided. Alternate vent and door types can be mono-rail or mini-crane. curtain wall)
incorporate two leaf side hinged swing doors, whole house ventilation slots and edge) be provided on front face of or underside of +/-25mm, refer to structural to be 3mm min thickness. slab edge. (TBC) requirements, varies depending on
to accept add on balcony. refer to the glazing matrix for fit carrier frame for proposed by the contractor pending meeting the
shadow boxes as shown on architectural drawings. Basis of design: Scheuco structural slab. Support to coordinate with engineers information. location/ level.
details. glazing performance criteria and approval of the architect.
UCS65 SG or similar. connection of bolt on balconies.
replacement.
2 hours fire safing and
Externally flush smoke seal to be
Proprietary unitised aluminium externally flush curtain wall panels with double Panels top hung from front face of Glazed sliding door suggested types [Link] or sim.
Compliant with part N and BS 6399 appearance with provided at perimeter
glazed insulated units, and horizontal aluminium insulated spandrel panels with Factory sealed air Intake and extract vents to structural slab, and laterally restrained at Refer to Arup Structural Min.60db Dnfw + ctr flanking Habitable rooms to be provided with an outward opening
both interior and exterior side where structural silicone slab edge. (TBC)
louvers incorporating intake and extract vents. System to be thermally broken and Structural depth130mm be incorporated into metal insulated the bottom. Deflections of transoms Movement & Tolerance Report External and internal framing coated with horizontal and vertical (TBC). top hung window Schueco type AWS102 or similar where
Tower Block A, Upper Ground to level 09 GL-01/GL- access is provided both sides, and bonded on 4 sides. Automatic opening Installation to be off the
EWS-01B (Proprietary unitised provided with two separate lines of weather defence. System to incorporate ability E,S,W and E (plus100mm for fire spandrel panels/aluminium louvre panel. supporting doors to limit deflection as for in-service movement. standard PPC colour, 25 year warranty, Approx. Refer to acoustic report for doors are not provided. Alternate types can be proposed EWS-01B (Proprietary unitised
Residential and 12-19. 02/GL-05/GL- interior side only where not System to 1.00 W/m2K 0.40 vents (AOV's) for structural slab using a
aluminium glazed curtain wall) for retro-fit carrier frame for glazing replacement. Panels to incorporate side Elevation safing at perimeter slab Insulated spandrel panels to be supplied required by door manufacturer. Brackets to Brackets to accommodate up to Qualicoat 2 or similar. Aluminium panels 70% clarification of exterior to interior by the contractor pending meeting the performance aluminium glazed curtain wall)
Tower Block B - Level 2-22 06 occurring at or adjacent to doors, accommodate retro- smoke clearance to be mono-rail or mini-crane.
hinged swing doors, sliding doors, whole house ventilation slots, shadow boxes edge) with factory sealed connection to accept add be provided on front face of or underside of +/-25mm, refer to structural to be 2mm min thickness. requirements, varies depending on criteria and approval of the architect. Parallel opening
refer to the glazing matrix for fit carrier frame for incorporated into
and AOV's as shown on architectural drawings. Suggested framing profile type on balcony. structural slab/ Support to coordinate with engineers information. location/ level. AOV's to have appropriate certification for fire regulation
details. glazing curtain wall system as
Scheuco UCS65 SG or similar. connection of bolt on balconies. compliance.
replacement. indicated in
architectural drawings.
STICK SYSTEMS (EWS-
STICK SYSTEMS (EWS-02)
02)
Refer to Arup Structural
Movement & Tolerance Report
for in-service movement. Compliant with part N and BS 6399 Two leaf glazed sliding door suggested types [Link]
Brackets to accommodate up to both interior and exterior side where Min.60db Dnfw + ctr flanking or sim provided in limited locations. Habitable rooms to be
Structural depth130mm Panels Bottom supported on top of GL-01/GL- External and internal framing coated with 2 hours fire safing and External access required
Proprietary aluminium externally flush stick system incorporating double glazed +/-25mm, refer to structural access is provided both sides, and horizontal and vertical (TBC). Refer provided with an outward opening top hung window
EWS-02A(Proprietary stick N,S,W and E (plus100mm for fire Air Intake and extract vents to be structural slab, interface with framing 02/GL-03/GL- Externally flush standard PPC colour, 25 year warranty, Approx. smoke seal to be for installation by either EWS-02A(Proprietary stick
units, frameless window vents, glazed spandrel panels, opening vents and whole Residential Refer to marked-up elevations engineers information. Curtain interior side only where not 1.00 W/m2K 0.40 to acoustic report for clarification of Schueco type AWS102 or similar where doors are not
aluminium glazed curtain wall,) Elevation safing at perimeter slab incorporated at slab edge detail members of EWS-03A horizontally and 04/GL-05/GL- toggle glazed Qualicoat 2 or similar. Aluminium panels 70% provided at perimeter scaffolding or mast aluminium glazed curtain wall,)
house ventilation connection. Basis of design: Scheuco FW60+ SG V8 Solution. wall system to incorporate non- occurring at or adjacent to doors, exterior to interior requirements, provided. Alternate types can be proposed by the
edge) vertically. 06 to be 3mm min thickness. slab edge. climbers.
standard toggle/spacer bar (V8 refer to the glazing matrix for varies depending on location/ level. contractor pending meeting the performance criteria and
solution) and vertical packing to details. approval of the architect.
prevent panel rotation to allow
accommodation of movement.
Refer to Arup Structural
Movement & Tolerance Report
for in-service movement. Compliant with part N and BS 6399
Brackets to accommodate up to both interior and exterior side where Min.60db Dnfw + ctr flanking External access required
EWS-02B(Proprietary stick Proprietary aluminium externally flush stick system incorporating double glazed Structural depth130mm Air Intake and extract vents to be GL-01/GL- External and internal framing coated with 2 hours fire safing and EWS-02B(Proprietary stick
+/-25mm, refer to structural access is provided both sides, and horizontal and vertical (TBC). Refer for installation,
aluminium glazed curtain wall units with profiled aluminium spandrel panels with horizontal louvers incorporating N,S,W and E (plus100mm for fire incorporated into metal insulated spandrel Panels bottom supported on top of 02/GL-03/GL- Externally flush standard PPC colour, 25 year warranty, Approx. smoke seal to be Refer to Architectural information for entrance doors to be aluminium glazed curtain wall
Residential Blocks C & D Ground to 1st floor engineers information. Curtain interior side only where not 1.00 W/m2K 0.40 to acoustic report for clarification of scaffolding or mast
with external vertical aluminium intake and extract vents and aluminium feature fin. Basis of design - Scheuco Elevation safing at perimeter slab panels. PPC aluminium feature fins to be structural slab. 04/GL-05/GL- toggle glazed Qualicoat 2 or similar. Aluminium panels 70% provided at perimeter incorporated into system. with external vertical aluminium
wall system to incorporate non- occurring at or adjacent to doors, exterior to interior requirements, climbers mounted on
feature fins) FW60+ SG V8 Solution. edge) site installed. 06 to be 3mm min thickness. slab edge. feature fins)
standard toggle/spacer bar (V8 refer to the glazing matrix for varies depending on location/ level. adjacent terrace level.
solution) and vertical packing to details.
prevent panel rotation to allow
accommodation of movement.
Solid Wall Systems Solid Wall Systems (EWS-
(EWS-03) 03)

2 hours fire safing and

Number and size of movement
smoke seal to be
joints to be minimised. Where Min.60db Dnfw + ctr flanking External access required
provided at perimeter
Steel support system to be mounted required movement joints to be Synthetic through colour render system. horizontal and vertical (TBC). Refer for installation by either
EWS-03A (Insulated render Proprietary insulated render system with drained cavity applied to either i) SFS N, S, W and slab edge. Cavity EWS-03A (Insulated render
Residential Block, A, B, C, D All elevations Approx. 200mm (TBC) N/A between or in front of structural slabs as provided to accommodate N/A N/A N/A Refer to architectural information for 0.20W/m2K N/A N/A to acoustic report for clarification of N/A scaffolding or mast
system with drained cavity) backing wall or ii) RC wall. Basis of design - StoTherm Classic. E Elevation barriers to be provided system with drained cavity)
required, TBD. thermal expansion and further details. exterior to interior requirements, climbers depending on
in line with Building
contraction of building super varies depending on location/ level. location.
Regulations/manufact
structure.
urers requirements

2 hours fire safing and

Number and size of movement
smoke seal to be Where system forms part of prime
joints to be minimised. Where Where system External access required
provided at perimeter wall - Min.60db Dnfw + ctr flanking
required movement joints to be Synthetic through colour render system. forms part of for installation by either
EWS-03B (Ventilated render Proprietary ventilated render system with drained cavity applied to either i) SFS Insulation and vapour barrier where slab edge. Cavity horizontal and vertical (TBC). Refer EWS-03B (Ventilated render
Residential South & East Block C Levels 2-9 Approx. 200mm (TBC) From steel support framing provided to accommodate N/A N/A N/A Refer to architectural information for thermal line of N/A N/A N/A scaffolding or mast
board system) backing wall. Basis of design - StoVentec required. Cavity barriers where required. barriers to be provided to acoustic report for clarification of board system)
thermal expansion and further details. building value = climbers depending on
in line with Building exterior to interior requirements,
contraction of building super 0.20W/m2K location.
Regulations/manufact varies depending on location/ level.
structure.
urers requirements

2 hours fire safing and

Refer to Arup Structural smoke seal to be Where system forms part of prime
Movement & Tolerance Report Refer to architectural information for provided at perimeter wall - Min.60db Dnfw + ctr flanking
Pre-cast concrete cladding insulated sandwich panels. Rear of panel finished to
East and for in-service movement. finishes to concrete. Finish to include slab edge. Cavity horizontal and vertical (TBC). Refer
EWS-03C (Pre-cast Concrete) form internal finish. System to provide minimum of two lines of weather defence A,B<C GL-01 300mm Apertures incorporated for window openings Panels are supporting between floor slabs N/A N/A N/A 0.2W/m2k N/A N/A System to incorporate apertures for vents and doors. Installed via crane EWS-03C (Pre-cast Concrete)
South Brackets to accommodate up to factor applied weather and anti-graffiti barriers to be provided to acoustic report for clarification of
and incorporate drainage of interstitial spaces.
+/-25mm, refer to structural treatment. in line with Building exterior to interior requirements,
engineers information. Regulations/manufact varies depending on location/ level.
urers requirements
Window and Door Window and Door Systems
Systems (EWS-04) (EWS-04)

Compliant with part N and BS 6399 Installation by either

Structural depth of Refer to Arup Structural
both interior and exterior side where Min.60db Dnfw + ctr flanking scaffolding or mast
framing around Movement & Tolerance Report Single leaf glazed swing door suggested types Scheuco
Single and double leaf double glazed aluminium swing door side hinged with access is provided both sides, and Dry glazed with External and internal framing coated with horizontal and vertical (TBC). Refer climbers, potentially
EWS-04A (Single and Double door,130mm Threshold detail to comply with lifetime Panels bottom supported on top of for in-service movement. Approx. ADS65HD / [Link] or similar. Alternate door types can EWS-04A (Single and Double
thermally broken framing members. Doors to be thermally broken and provide Residential N Elevation Refer to architects drawings GL-02 interior side only where not vertical and standard PPC colour, 25 year warranty, 1.30 W/m2K 0.40 N/A to acoustic report for clarification of framing to be installed off
Leaf Door) (plus100mm for fire homes requirements. structural slab. Brackets to accommodate up to 70% be proposed by the contractor pending meeting the Leaf Door)
specified weathertightness in conjunction with "flush threshold" detail. occurring at or adjacent to doors, horizontal capping. Qualicoat 2 or similar. exterior to interior requirements, the slab, with glazing
safing at perimeter slab +/-25mm, refer to structural performance criteria and approval of the architect.
refer to the glazing matrix for varies depending on location/ level. installed from the
edge where applicable) engineers information.
details. balcony.

Compliant with part N and BS 6399

Structural depth of Refer to Arup Structural
both interior and exterior side where Min.60db Dnfw + ctr flanking Outward opening top hung window Schueco type External access required
framing around Movement & Tolerance Report External and internal framing coated with
Proprietary lift and slide balcony doors. Doors to be thermally broken and provide access is provided both sides, and Dry glazed with horizontal and vertical (TBC). Refer ASS70HI or similar where doors are not provided. for installation by either
door,130mm Threshold detail to comply with lifetime To be supported off mestec or similar mild for in-service movement. standard PPC colour, 25 year warranty, Approx.
EWS-04B (Lift & Slide doors) specified weathertightness in conjunction with "flush threshold" detail. Basis of Residential N Elevation Block C, levels 02-09 GL-02 interior side only where not vertical and 1.30 W/m2K 0.40 N/A to acoustic report for clarification of Alternate types can be proposed by the contractor scaffolding or mast EWS-04B (Lift & Slide doors)
(plus100mm for fire homes requirements. steel secondary support, TBC. Brackets to accommodate up to Qualicoat 2 or similar. Aluminium panels 70%
design: Schuco ASS70HI occurring at or adjacent to doors, horizontal capping. exterior to interior requirements, pending meeting the performance criteria and approval of climbers depending on
safing at perimeter slab +/-25mm, refer to structural to be 2mm min thickness.
refer to the glazing matrix for varies depending on location/ level. the architect. location.
edge where applicable) engineers information.
details.

Compliant with part N and BS 6399

Structural depth of Refer to Arup Structural
both interior and exterior side where Min.60db Dnfw + ctr flanking External access required
Aluminium window double glazed Schueco type AWS102 or similar, top or framing around Movement & Tolerance Report External and internal framing coated with Outward opening top hung window REynears CS68 HV
access is provided both sides, and Dry glazed with horizontal and vertical (TBC). Refer for installation by either
EWS-04C (Punched hole bottom hung TBC. Alternate types can be proposed by the contractor pending N, and W door,130mm To be supported off mestec or similar mild for in-service movement. standard PPC colour, 25 year warranty, Approx. or similar. Alternate types can be proposed by the EWS-04C (Punched hole
Residential Refer to architects drawings N/A GL-02 interior side only where not vertical and 1.30 W/m2K 0.40 N/A to acoustic report for clarification of scaffolding or mast
opening Vents) meeting the performance criteria and approval of the architect. Refer to the Elevation (plus100mm for fire steel secondary support, TBC. Brackets to accommodate up to Qualicoat 2 or similar. Aluminium panels 70% contractor pending meeting the performance criteria and opening Vents)
occurring at or adjacent to doors, horizontal capping. exterior to interior requirements, climbers depending on
architects drawings. safing at perimeter slab +/-25mm, refer to structural to be 2mm min thickness. approval of the architect.
refer to the glazing matrix for varies depending on location/ level. location.
edge where applicable) engineers information.
details.

Balcony Types (EWS-

05)
Refer to architects details for balcony type variations. General performance requirements are outlined below Balcony Types (EWS-05)

Mild steel add on balcony, hot dip galvanised, factory painted. Thermal isolator
Glazing including balustrades and
bracket by Shock or sim cast into slab edge. Where required, balcony edge to Refer to Arup Structural Thermal break
EWS-05 (Refer to architects privacy screens to be compliant EWS-05 (Refer to architects
support vertical aluminium fin framing formed of aluminium box sections, and Balcony to be supported off front face of Movement & Tolerance Report Glazing to be to comply with
details for balcony type with part N and BS 6399, capping details for balcony type
single storey horizontal faceted brise soleil. Composite decking boards and fixing N,S,W and E slab, by thermally broken cast in bracket. for in-service movement. Refer to EWS mounted onto overall thermal Tower Crane where
variations. General performance Residential Refer to architects drawings N/A N/A handrail to link adjacent pieces of Refer to architectural information N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A variations. General
by twinson or sim. Profiled drip trays to be provided under composite decking. Elevation Balcony to support live loads defined by Brackets to accommodate up to 06a balcony edge, requirements for available.
requirements are outlined in the glass to ensure post breakage performance requirements are
Safety glazing balustrade and drainage pipes to be supplied as part of the the structural engineer. +/-25mm, refer to structural clamped or bolted. Part L
matrix only) safety. Refer to the glazing matrix outlined in the matrix only)
balcony. Balconies to be provided with laminated safety glazed obscure vision engineers information. compliance
for details.
privacy screens supported off balcony structure.

Balustrade Types (EWS-

Balustrade Types (EWS-06)
06)

Safety Glazing, to withstand wind

Note top capping
and barrier loads to comply with
rail to adjoin
requirements of BS 6399. Note top Bracketry to allow
Cantilevered single glazed laminated balustrade, with 316 stainless steel brackets adjacent piece of
EWS-06A (Glazed laminated Residential, N,S,W and E Cantilevered from Balcony or terraces Comply with the requirements of capping rail to adjoin adjacent installation and EWS-06A (Glazed laminated
and trim or capping piece on top exposed edge. System dry glazed. Basis of Refer to architects drawings N/A Stainless steel handrail GL-06 glass to ensure 316 Stainless Steel top capping rail N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Safety Balustrade) Commercial Elevation edges. BS8298 piece of glass to provide residual replacement from either Safety Balustrade)
design: ASD Elegance Free-Standing Structural Glass Balustrade. safety in the event
glass retention in the event of terrace or balcony side.
of breakage.
breakage.

Refer to Arup Structural

Movement & Tolerance Report 4 side clamped.
Safety Glazing to comply with From slab level using
Four side supported fixed glazed screen with translucent glazing. Screen detailed N,S,W and E Supported from slab level and laterally for in-service movement. Panel demountable
EWS-06B (Privacy Screens) Residential Refer to architects drawings N/A N/A GL-08 Building Regulations Refer to architectural information N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A localised lifting
to be demountable for maintenance access. Elevation restrained to surrounding façade. Brackets to accommodate up to for maintenance
equipment
+/-25mm, refer to structural access.
engineers information.

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Feature Cladding (EWS- Feature Cladding (EWS-
07) 07)

Refer to Arup Structural

Aluminium with anodised finish to
Movement & Tolerance Report
Free standing decorative aluminium clad feature elements, either cantilevered Loads to be transferred to superstructure BS3987. Aluminium to be mounted on From slab level using
EWS-07A (Free standing Residential, N,S,W and E Approx. SHS 250-300 for in-service movement. EWS-07A (Free standing
from terrace, or supported from balconies. Refer to architects drawings for details. Refer to architects drawings N/A frame rather than balcony structure N/A N/A N/A anodised batten fixings. Aluminium N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A localised lifting
Aluminium feature elements) Commercial Elevation depending on location. Brackets to accommodate up to Aluminium feature elements)
hot dip galvanised SHS mild steel with ppc aluminium cladding on all four sides. wherever possible. thickness to suit structural requirements equipment
+/-25mm, refer to structural
with a minimum of 3mm
engineers information.

Aluminium with standard PPC colour, 25

year warranty, Qualicoat 2 or similar. From slab level using
EWS-07B (Aluminium Cladding Aluminium column cladding to match adjacent aluminium finishes. Refer to N.S,W and E Aluminium cladding supported from To accommodate thermal EWS-07B (Aluminium
Residential Tower B, levels 10-12 Refer to drawings N/A N/A N/A N/A Aluminium panels to be 3mm min N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A localised lifting
Columns) architects drawings for details. Elevation structural columns movements Cladding Columns)
thickness. Aluminium to be mounted on equipment
anodised batten fixings.

From slab level using

GRC cladding supported from galvanised To accommodate thermal
EWS-07C (GRC Cladding) GRC feature cladding to external balcony spaces Residential E&W Block C Levels 5-10 Refer to drawings N/A N/A N/A N/A Refer to Architectural requirements N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A localised lifting EWS-07C (GRC Cladding)
steel secondary structure movements
equipment

Brise Soliel system detailed to

Aluminium feature cladding to external balcony spaces. Basis of design - Maple Brise Soliel framing system supported allow accommodation of
EWS-07D (Brise Soliel) Residential S&E Block A & B Levels 3-20 Refer to drawings N/A N/A N/A N/A Anodised aluminium finish to BS 3987 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Tower Crane EWS-07D (Brise Soliel)
Brise Soliel shading system. from balcony and primary structure differential movements between
slab

Insulated aluminium soffit cladding. Vapour barrier and insulation applied to

EWS-07E (Aluminium soffit Panels to be demountable where required Panels supported via sub-frame to To accommodate thermal EWS-07E (Aluminium soffit
structural soffit. Rainscreen aluminium soffit panels fixed to structural soffit with All Horizontal Refer to architects drawings Refer to drawings N/A N/A N/A Refer to Architectural requirements N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A From scaffold
cladding) for access underside of soffit movements cladding)
hidden mechanical fixings. Panels to be detailed to be demountable for access

Steel & Glass Structures Steel & Glass Structures

(EWS-08) (EWS-08)

Refer to Arup Structural

Double glazed glazing system comprising of glazing units supported from steel
Movement & Tolerance Report Refer to acoustic report for
framing system installed to architectural steelwork tolerances. Glazing retained Add-on glazing system supported from
EWS-08a (Add-on steel glazing Sloped & for in-service movement. Roofing system to comply with No requirements clarification of exterior to interior From localised lifting EWS-08a (Add-on steel glazing
using add-on glazing retention profile to achieve flush external glass joint. Basis Residential Block B & C Refer to drawings N/A architectural secondary steelwork forming GL-02/GL-09 4 sided toggle Refer to architectural requirements 1.8W/m2k 0.4 70% N/A
system) Vertical Brackets to accommodate up to Class 1 Fragility testing (TBC) requirements, varies depending on equipment/scaffold system)
of design: Schuco FW60+SG add-on. Glazing configured in both sloped and rooflight and glazed box enclosures
+/-25mm, refer to structural location/ level.
vertical applications.
engineers information.

To accommodate thermal
Single glazed bolt fixed entrance canopy. Glazing panels retained using bolt fixed Blot fixed glazing to steel canopy support movements and building Roofing system to comply with From localised lifting
EWS-08b (Canopy) Entrance Horizontal Block A Refer to drawings N/A GL-10 Bolt fixed Refer to architectural requirements N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A EWS-08b (Canopy)
stainless steel fixings onto stainless steel canopy framing. structure movements where attached to Class 1 Fragility testing equipment/scaffold
primary structure

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Project: City North, Islington, City North

Glazing Matrix 16/12/2013 Rev 01

Buro Happold Façade Engineering

1. Contractor to complete checks for wind, barrier and thermal loads, as well as undertake thermal stress analysis to ensure appropriate heat treatment and thickness selection. Solar control blinds to be provided on the interior side where appropriate.
2. All toughened glass must be Heat Soak Tested.
3. Assumed Wind Load 1.5kPa for initial assumptions, wind and barrier loading not applied simultaneously.
4. Deflection Criteria L/60 for double glazing and L/125 for single glazing.
5. All glass edge treatments to have a minimum arised edge finish. All exposed edges to be polished

Surface
Suggested Coating for info, Typical Glazing Size U-value W/m2K Centre Support Stepped Edges or
Glass Type Designation Glass Description /Make-up G-value Suggested Build-ups Acoustic Requirement Spacer Type Treatments, frit Notes Glass Type Designation
options include (Nominal) Pane Condition edge treatments
etc.

Suggested coatings include

Guardian Super Neutral 70/41 /Saint Refer to acoustic
I.G.U with solar control coating on surface
Gobain-ST 167 with planitherm total engineers report. Note Assume Heat strengthened
#2, Low E-coating to be provided where
on surface #3/ Ipasol neutral 70/39 resulting thickness due to Dependant on Dependant on system glazing on outer and inner pane
GL-01(Typical Vision Glazing, required to achieved target centre pane U- Between 1500-1600mm 1.1W/m2K min (Assume Outer 8.4.2 ( 16mm GL-01(Typical Vision Glazing,
by Interpane. Contractor may 0.40 structural requirements will Stainless steel None system application - application - refer to for resistance to thermal
Residential Building) value of 1.1W/m2K. Laminated safety wide x 2250mm high Argon filled) airgap) 6.4.2 Inner Residential Building)
propose alternates to meet supersede acoustic refer to EWS matrix EWS matrix stresses. Assume no less than
glazing to be provided both interior and
performance requirements and requirements typically 0.76 pvb interlayer.
exterior.
approval of architect. below Rw+Ctr 39

Suggested coatings include

Guardian Super Neutral 70/41 /Saint Refer to acoustic
I.G.U with solar control coating on surface Gobain-ST 167 with planitherm total engineers report. Note Assume Heat strengthened
#2, Low E-coating to be provided where on surface #3/ Ipasol neutral 70/39 resulting thickness due to Dependant on Dependant on system glazing on outer and inner pane
GL-02(Typical Vision Glazing, Between 1500-1600mm 1.1W/m2K min (Assume Outer 8.4.2 ( 16mm GL-02(Typical Vision Glazing,
required to achieved target centre pane U- by Interpane. Contractor may 0.40 structural requirements will Stainless steel None system application - application - refer to for resistance to thermal
Residential Building) wide x 2250mm high Argon filled) airgap) 6.4.2 Inner Residential Building)
value of 1.1W/m2K. Laminated safety propose alternates to meet supersede acoustic refer to EWS matrix EWS matrix stresses. Assume no less than
glazing to be provided interior side. performance requirements and requirements typically 0.76 pvb interlayer.
approval of architect. below Rw+Ctr 39

Refer to acoustic
I.G.U with solar control coating on surface Suggested coatings include
engineers report. Note Assume Heat strengthened
#2, Low E-coating to be provided where Guardian Super Neutral 51/28.
resulting thickness due to Dependant on Dependant on system glazing on outer and inner pane
GL-03(Typical Vision Glazing, required to achieved target centre pane U- Ipasol neutral 48/27 by Interpane. 3200mm (w) x3450mm(h) 1.1W/m2K min (Assume Outer 12.8.2 (16mm GL-03(Typical Vision Glazing,
0.30 structural requirements will Stainless steel None system application - application - refer to for resistance to thermal
Office Building) value of 1.1W/m2K. Laminated safety Contractor may propose alternates TBC Argon filled) airgap) 6.4.2 Inner Office Building)
supersede acoustic refer to EWS matrix EWS matrix stresses. Assume no less than
glazing to be provided both interior and to meet performance requirements
requirements typically 0.76 pvb interlayer.
exterior. and approval of architect
below Rw+Ctr 39

Refer to acoustic
I.G.U with solar control coating on surface Suggested coatings include
engineers report. Note Assume Heat strengthened
#2, Low E-coating to be provided where Guardian Light Blue 62/52. Ipasol
resulting thickness due to Dependant on Dependant on system glazing on outer and inner pane
GL-04(Typical Vision Glazing, required to achieved target centre pane U- bright white by Interpane. Contractor 3200 mm (w) x 3450mm(h) 1.1W/m2K min (Assume Outer 12.8.2 (16mm GL-04(Typical Vision Glazing,
0.50 structural requirements will Stainless steel None system application - application - refer to for resistance to thermal
Commercial/ Retail Building) value of 1.1W/m2K. Laminated safety may propose alternates to meet TBC. Argon filled) airgap) 6.4.2 Inner Commercial/ Retail Building)
supersede acoustic refer to EWS matrix EWS matrix stresses. Assume no less than
glazing to be provided both interior and performance requirements and
requirements typically 0.76 pvb interlayer.
exterior. approval of architect
below Rw+Ctr 39

Assume Heat strengthened

Heat Strengthened enamel spandrel panel As required to achieve Dependant on Dependant on system glazing on outer and inner pane
Approx. 1587mm (w) x Overall spandrel
GL-05( Spandrel Panel Glazing) glazing to match adjacent vision glazing TBC N/A 8mm min. acoustic performance of N/A None system application - application - refer to for resistance to thermal GL-05( Spandrel Panel Glazing)
3000mm high TBC configuration
within insulated metal back panel behind. sold wall condition. refer to EWS matrix EWS matrix stresses. Assume no less than
0.76 pvb interlayer.

1.1W/m2K min (Assume

Suggested coatings include Argon filled) for centre pane
IGU to match GL-01 but configured for
Guardian Super Neutral 51/28. of glazing. Additional
thermal stress induced by shadow box Outer 8.4.2 heat As required to achieve Dependant on Dependant on system Assume Heat strengthened
Ipasol neutral 48/27 by Interpane. Between 1500-1600mm insulation behind to
GL-06(Shadow Box Glazing ) condition. Ventilated cavity and insulated N/A strengthened (16mm acoustic performance of Stainless steel None system application - application - refer to glazing on outer pane for GL-06(Shadow Box Glazing )
Contractor may propose alternates wide x 2250mm high contribute to achieving
metal panel behind IGU to create shadow airgap) 8 toughened Inner sold wall condition. refer to EWS matrix EWS matrix resistance to thermal stresses.
to meet performance requirements overall u-value of glazing
box
and approval of architect system as required in EWS
matrix.

Assume toughened glazing to

accommodate bolted fixings,
Note heat strengthened may
Dry Glazed, bottom
3000mm (w) x 1200mm(h) Polished edges where eventually prove adequate
GL-07(Safety Glazing Balustrade) Clear laminated safety glazed balustrade N/A N/A N/A 6.6.2 Toughened N/A N/A None supported on GL-07(Safety Glazing Balustrade)
typ exposed depending on fixing. All
glazing blocks.
toughened glazing must be heat
soaked. 0.76 pvb interlayer as
minimum required.
 Translucent interlayer such as Dry Glazed, bottom
GL-08 (Translucent Safety 6.6.2 Heat strengthened Polished edges where GL-08 (Translucent Safety
Translucent laminated safety glazing Vanceva Interlayer sandwiched 2m x 2.4m typ N/A N/A N/A N/A None supported on
Glazing with translucent interlayer exposed Glazing
between PvB interlayers glazing blocks.

Suggested coatings include

Guardian Super Neutral 70/41 /Saint Refer to acoustic
Gobain-ST 167 with planitherm total engineers report. Note
on surface #3/ Ipasol neutral 70/39 resulting thickness due to
GL-09 (Overhead double IGU to match GL-02 but configured for 1.1W/m2K min (Assume Outer 10 ( 16mm airgap) Toggle glazed on 4 Glazing system to achieve Class GL-09 (Overhead double
by Interpane. Contractor may TBC 0.40 structural requirements will Stainless steel None Toggle spacer
glazing) horizontal application Argon filled) 6.6.2 Inner sides 1 fragility performance glazing)
propose alternates to meet supersede acoustic
performance requirements and requirements typically
approval of architect. below Rw+Ctr 39

Glazing system to achieve Class

1 fragility performance. Bolt
Fritted laminated safety glass for overhead Refer to architectural information for
GLl-10 (Overhead single glazing) TBC N/A N/A 6.6.2 Heat strengthened N/A N/A N/A Bolt fixed Polished edges fixing to capture PvB interlayer GLl-10 (Overhead single glazing)
location frit colour and pattern
for enhanced post breakage
performance.
 EWS-01 UNITISED SYSTEMS EWS-02 STICK SYSTEMS EWS-03 SOLID WALL SYSTEMS EWS-04 WINDOW & DOOR SYSTEMS EWS-05 - BALCONIES EWS-06 BALUSTRADE EWS-07 FEATURE CLADDING EWS-08 Steel & Glass Structures NOTES
Buro Happold Facade Engineering 1 The Contractor must check and confirm all dimensions
EWS-01A EWS-02A EWS-03A EWS-04A Not indicated on elevations EWS-06A EWS-07A EWS-08A Mark-up of EWS Types 2 All discrepancies must be reported and resolved by the
Architect before works commence
RW 17/12/13 3 This drawing is not to be scaled
EWS-01B EWS-02B EWS-03B EWS-04B EWS-06B EWS-07B EWS-08B 4 All work and materials to be in accordance with
current applicable Statutory Legislation and to comply
with all relevant Codes of Practice and British Standards
Coordination from other parties still awaited. Subject
EWS-07C to further coordination and design development
EWS-03C EWS-04C

EWS-07D

EWS-07E (Soffit not shown B

A
on elevations)
C
Aa Ab Ac Ad Ae Af Ag
6025 6025 6350 6350 6350 6025

23-FFL D
FFL 105.180

22-FFL
3300

FFL 101.880

21-FFL
3000

FFL 98.880

20-FFL
3000

FFL 95.880

19-FFL
3575

FFL 92.305

18-FFL
3000

FFL 89.305

17-FFL
3000

FFL 86.305

16-FFL
3000

FFL 83.305

15-FFL
3000

FFL 80.305

14-FFL
3000

FFL 77.305

13-FFL
3000

FFL 74.305
Ca 4650 Cb 5850 Cc 4650 Cd 3450 Ce
12-FFL
3000

FFL 71.305

11-FFL
3000

FFL 68.305

10-FFL
3000

FFL 65.305

09-FFL
3300

FFL 62.005

08-FFL
3000

FFL 59.005

07-FFL
3000

FFL 56.005

06-FFL
3000

FFL 53.005
Da Db 6300 Dc 9450 De 6300 Df 6300 Dg 6300 Dh 3150 Dj 6300 Dk 6300 Dl
05-FFL
3000

FFL 50.005

04-FFL
3000

FFL 47.005

03-FFL
3300

FFL 43.705

02-FFL
3000

FFL 40.705

01-FFL
3905

FFL 36.800

00_Higher - FFL
4000

FFL 32.800
00_Lower - FFL
FFL 30.800
2000

B Value engineering changes incorporated 05.07.13

Rev Date
B1_Higher - FFL
3770

FFL 27.030

B1_Lower - FFL
1240

FFL 25.790

Architecture Planning Interiors

BLOCK A BLOCK C BLOCK D Old Church Court, Claylands Road, The Oval, London SW8 1NZ
T 020 7556 1500
[Link]
10

Client

United House Ltd

Project

City North - Finsbury Park

5

Drawing
General Site
Elevation
4

North Elevation
3

Scale Date Status

1 : 250 @ A1 Feb 12 I
2

Job Number Drawing Number Revision

1

5181 A_-_20_E01 B
0
EWS-01 UNITISED SYSTEMS EWS-02 STICK SYSTEMS EWS-03 SOLID WALL SYSTEMS EWS-04 WINDOW & DOOR SYSTEMS EWS-05 - BALCONIES EWS-06 BALUSTRADE EWS-07 FEATURE CLADDING EWS-08 Steel & Glass Structures NOTES
Buro Happold Facade Engineering 1 The Contractor must check and confirm all dimensions
EWS-01A EWS-02A EWS-03A EWS-04A Not indicated on elevations EWS-06A EWS-07A EWS-08A Mark-up of EWS Types 2 All discrepancies must be reported and resolved by the
Architect before works commence
RW 17/12/13
3 This drawing is not to be scaled
EWS-01B EWS-02B EWS-03B EWS-04B EWS-06B EWS-07B EWS-08B 4 All work and materials to be in accordance with
current applicable Statutory Legislation and to comply
with all relevant Codes of Practice and British Standards
Coordination from other parties still awaited. Subject
EWS-03C EWS-04C EWS-07C to further coordination and design development

EWS-07D

EWS-07E (Soffit not shown B

on elevations) A
C
A5 3900 A4 5100 A3 5700 A2 4500 A1

23-FFL D
FFL 105.180

22-FFL
3300

FFL 101.880

21-FFL
3000

FFL 98.880

20-FFL
3000

FFL 95.880

19-FFL
3575

FFL 92.305

18-FFL
3000

FFL 89.305

17-FFL
3000

FFL 86.305

16-FFL
3000

FFL 83.305

15-FFL
3000

FFL 80.305

14-FFL Refer to typical bay for punched

3000

FFL 77.305 door/window/balustrade

arrangements
13-FFL Typical bay
3000

FFL 74.305

12-FFL
3000

FFL 71.305

11-FFL
3000

FFL 68.305

10-FFL
3000

FFL 65.305

09-FFL
3300

FFL 62.005
Refer to typical bay for punched
08-FFL door/window/balustrade
3000

FFL 59.005 arrangements

07-FFL
3000

FFL 56.005

06-FFL
3000

FFL 53.005

05-FFL
3000

FFL 50.005

04-FFL
3000

FFL 47.005

03-FFL
3300

FFL 43.705

02-FFL
3000

FFL 40.705

01-FFL
3905

FFL 36.800

00_Higher - FFL
4000

FFL 32.800

Refer to typical bay for punched Refer to typical bay for punched C Value engineering changes incorporated 05.07.13
00_Lower - FFL
2000

door/window/balustrade door/window/balustrade
FFL 30.800 arrangements arrangements B Issued for NR submission 11.02.13
Rev Date
B1_Higher - FFL
3770

FFL 27.030

B1_Lower - FFL
1240

FFL 25.790

Architecture Planning Interiors

BLOCK C BLOCK A Old Church Court, Claylands Road, The Oval, London SW8 1NZ
T 020 7556 1500
[Link]
10

Client

United House Ltd

Project

City North - Finsbury Park

5

Drawing
General Site
Elevation
4

East Elevation
3

Scale Date Status

1 : 250 @ A1 Feb 12 I
2

Job Number Drawing Number Revision

1

5181 A_-_20_E02 C
0
EWS-01 UNITISED SYSTEMS EWS-02 STICK SYSTEMS EWS-03 SOLID WALL SYSTEMS EWS-04 WINDOW & DOOR SYSTEMS EWS-05 - BALCONIES EWS-06 BALUSTRADE EWS-07 FEATURE CLADDING EWS-08 Steel & Glass Structures Buro Happold Facade Engineering NOTES
Mark-up of EWS Types 1 The Contractor must check and confirm all dimensions
EWS-01A EWS-02A EWS-04A Not indicated on elevations EWS-06A EWS-07A
EWS-03A EWS-08A RW 17/12/13 2 All discrepancies must be reported and resolved by the
Architect before works commence
3 This drawing is not to be scaled
EWS-01B EWS-02B EWS-03B EWS-04B EWS-06B EWS-07B EWS-08B 4 All work and materials to be in accordance with
current applicable Statutory Legislation and to comply
with all relevant Codes of Practice and British Standards
Coordination from other parties still awaited. Subject
EWS-07C to further coordination and design development
EWS-03C EWS-04C

EWS-07D

EWS-07E (Soffit not shown B

BLOCK B
A
on elevations)
BLOCK A C
Bj 5850 Bh 4050 Bg 4050 Bf 5850 Be 3450 Bd 4650 Bc 5850 Bb 4650 Ba Ag 6025 Af 6350 Ae 6350 Ad 6350 Ac 6025 Ab 6025 Aa

23-FFL D
FFL 105.180

22-FFL
3300

FFL 101.880

21-FFL
3000

FFL 98.880

20-FFL
3000

FFL 95.880

19-FFL
3575

FFL 92.305

18-FFL
3000

FFL 89.305

17-FFL
3000

FFL 86.305

16-FFL
3000

FFL 83.305

15-FFL
3000

FFL 80.305

14-FFL
3000

FFL 77.305

13-FFL
3000

FFL 74.305

12-FFL
3000

FFL 71.305

11-FFL
3000

FFL 68.305

10-FFL
3000

FFL 65.305

09-FFL
3300

FFL 62.005

08-FFL
3000

FFL 59.005

07-FFL
3000

FFL 56.005

06-FFL
3000

FFL 53.005

05-FFL
3000

FFL 50.005

04-FFL
3000

FFL 47.005

03-FFL
3300

FFL 43.705

02-FFL
3000

FFL 40.705

01-FFL
3905

FFL 36.800

00_Higher - FFL
4000

FFL 32.800
00_Lower - FFL
FFL 30.800 C Value engineering changes incorporated 05.07.13
2000

B Issued for NR submission 11.02.13

Rev Date
B1_Higher - FFL
3770

FFL 27.030

B1_Lower - FFL
1240

FFL 25.790

Architecture Planning Interiors

Old Church Court, Claylands Road, The Oval, London SW8 1NZ
T 020 7556 1500
[Link]
10

Client

United House Ltd

Project

City North - Finsbury Park

5

Drawing
General Site
Elevation
4

South Elevation
3

Scale Date Status

1 : 250 @ A1 Feb 12 I
2

Job Number Drawing Number Revision

1

5181 A_-_20_E03 C
0
EWS-01 UNITISED SYSTEMS EWS-02 STICK SYSTEMS EWS-03 SOLID WALL SYSTEMS EWS-04 WINDOW & DOOR SYSTEMS EWS-05 - BALCONIES EWS-06 BALUSTRADE EWS-07 FEATURE CLADDING EWS-08 Steel & Glass Structures Buro Happold Facade Engineering
NOTES
Mark-up of EWS Types
EWS-01A EWS-02A EWS-03A EWS-04A Not indicated on elevations EWS-06A EWS-07A EWS-08A
1 The Contractor must check and confirm all dimensions
RW 17/12/13 2 All discrepancies must be reported and resolved by the
Architect before works commence
3 This drawing is not to be scaled
EWS-01B EWS-02B EWS-03B EWS-04B EWS-06B EWS-07B EWS-08B 4 All work and materials to be in accordance with
current applicable Statutory Legislation and to comply
with all relevant Codes of Practice and British Standards
Coordination from other parties still awaited. Subject
EWS-03C EWS-04C EWS-07C to further coordination and design development

EWS-07D

EWS-07E (Soffit not shown B

BLOCK A on elevations) A
BLOCK B
C
C2 3175 C3 3175 C4 6350 C5 6350 C6 6350 C7 6350 C8 6350 C9 6350 C10 6350 C11 6350 C12 6350 C13 6350 B1 6350 B2 6350 B3 6350 B4 6350 B5 6350 B6 6350 B7 6350 B8 6350 B9 6350 B10

23-FFL D
FFL 105.180

22-FFL
3300

FFL 101.880

21-FFL
3000

FFL 98.880

20-FFL
3000

FFL 95.880

19-FFL
3575

FFL 92.305

18-FFL
3000

FFL 89.305

17-FFL
3000

FFL 86.305

16-FFL
3000

FFL 83.305

15-FFL
3000

FFL 80.305

14-FFL
3000

FFL 77.305
Refer to typical bay for punched
13-FFL door/window/balustrade
3000

FFL 74.305 arrangements

12-FFL
3000

FFL 71.305

11-FFL
3000

FFL 68.305

10-FFL
3000

FFL 65.305

09-FFL
3300

FFL 62.005

08-FFL
3000

FFL 59.005

07-FFL
3000

FFL 56.005

06-FFL
3000

FFL 53.005

05-FFL
3000

FFL 50.005

04-FFL
3000

FFL 47.005

03-FFL
3300

FFL 43.705

02-FFL
3000

FFL 40.705

01-FFL
3905

FFL 36.800

00_Higher - FFL
4000

FFL 32.800
2000

00_Lower - FFL B Value engineering changes incorporated 05.07.13

FFL 30.800
Rev Date
B1_Higher - FFL
3770

FFL 27.030

B1_Lower - FFL
1240

FFL 25.790

Architecture Planning Interiors

Old Church Court, Claylands Road, The Oval, London SW8 1NZ
T 020 7556 1500
[Link]
10

Client

United House Ltd

Project

City North - Finsbury Park

5

Drawing
General Site
Elevations
4

West Elevation
3

Scale Date Status

1 : 250 @ A1 Feb 12 I
2

Job Number Drawing Number Revision

1

5181 A_-_20_E04 B
0
EWS-01 UNITISED SYSTEMS EWS-02 STICK SYSTEMS EWS-03 SOLID WALL SYSTEMS EWS-04 WINDOW & DOOR SYSTEMS EWS-05 - BALCONIES EWS-06 BALUSTRADE EWS-07 FEATURE CLADDING EWS-08 Steel & Glass Structures
Buro Happold Facade Engineering NOTES

EWS-01A EWS-02A EWS-03A EWS-04A Not indicated on elevations EWS-06A EWS-07A EWS-08A Mark-up of EWS Types 1 The Contractor must check and confirm all dimensions
2 All discrepancies must be reported and resolved by the
RW 17/12/13 Architect before works commence

EWS-02B 3 This drawing is not to be scaled

EWS-01B EWS-03B EWS-04B EWS-06B EWS-07B EWS-08B 4 All work and materials to be in accordance with
current applicable Statutory Legislation and to comply
with all relevant Codes of Practice and British Standards

EWS-03C EWS-04C EWS-07C Coordination from other parties still awaited. Subject
to further coordination and design development

EWS-07D

EWS-07E (Soffit not shown B

on elevations) A
Block A
C
A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 A11 A12 A13 A14

4500 5700 5100 3900 6350 6350 6350 6350 6350 6350 6350 6350 6350

23-FFL D
FFL 105.180

22-FFL

3300
FFL 101.880

21-FFL

3000
FFL 98.880

20-FFL

3000
FFL 95.880

19-FFL

3575
FFL 92.305

18-FFL
3000

FFL 89.305

17-FFL
3000

FFL 86.305

16-FFL
3000

FFL 83.305

15-FFL
3000

FFL 80.305

14-FFL
3000

FFL 77.305

13-FFL
3000

FFL 74.305

12-FFL
3000

FFL 71.305

11-FFL
3000

FFL 68.305

10-FFL
3000

FFL 65.305

09-FFL
3300

FFL 62.005

08-FFL
3000

FFL 59.005

07-FFL
3000

FFL 56.005

06-FFL
3000

FFL 53.005

05-FFL
3000

FFL 50.005

04-FFL
3000

FFL 47.005

03-FFL
3300

FFL 43.705

02-FFL
3000

FFL 40.705

01-FFL
3905

FFL 36.800

00_Higher - FFL
4000

FFL 32.800
00_Lower - FFL
FFL 30.800
2000

B Value engineering changes incorporated 05.07.13

Rev Date
B1_Higher - FFL
3770

FFL 27.030

B1_Lower - FFL
1240

FFL 25.790

Architecture Planning Interiors

Old Church Court, Claylands Road, The Oval, London SW8 1NZ
T 020 7556 1500
[Link]
10

Client

United House Ltd

Project

City North - Finsbury Park

5

Drawing
General Site
Elevations
4

West - Inner Street

3

Scale Date Status

1 : 250 @ A1 Feb 12 I
2

Job Number Drawing Number Revision

1

5181 A_-_20_E05 B
0
 NOTES
EWS-01 UNITISED SYSTEMS EWS-02 STICK SYSTEMS EWS-03 SOLID WALL SYSTEMS EWS-04 WINDOW & DOOR SYSTEMS EWS-05 - BALCONIES EWS-06 BALUSTRADE EWS-07 FEATURE CLADDING EWS-08 Steel & Glass Structures Buro Happold Facade Engineering 1 The Contractor must check and confirm all dimensions
2 All discrepancies must be reported and resolved by the

EWS-01A EWS-02A EWS-03A EWS-04A Not indicated on elevations EWS-06A EWS-07A

Mark-up of EWS Types Architect before works commence
EWS-08A
RW 17/12/13 3 This drawing is not to be scaled
4 All work and materials to be in accordance with
current applicable Statutory Legislation and to comply
EWS-01B EWS-02B EWS-03B EWS-04B EWS-06B EWS-07B EWS-08B with all relevant Codes of Practice and British Standards
Coordination from other parties still awaited. Subject
to further coordination and design development

EWS-03C EWS-04C EWS-07C

EWS-07D
B
A
EWS-07E (Soffit not shown
on elevations) C

13-FFL
FFL 74.305 Dl 6300
Dk 6300
Dj 3150
Dh 6300
Dg 6300
Df 6300
De 6300
Dd 3150
Dc 6300
Db

12-FFL
3000

FFL 71.305

11-FFL
3000

FFL 68.305

10-FFL
3000

FFL 65.305

09-FFL
3300

FFL 62.005

08-FFL
3000

FFL 59.005

07-FFL
3000

FFL 56.005

06-FFL
3000

FFL 53.005

05-FFL
3000

FFL 50.005

04-FFL
3000

FFL 47.005

03-FFL
3300

FFL 43.705

02-FFL
3000

FFL 40.705

01-FFL
3905

FFL 36.800

00_Higher - FFL
4000

FFL 32.800
2000

00_Lower - FFL
B Value engineering changes incorporated 05.07.13
FFL 30.800
Rev Date
B1_Higher - FFL
3770

FFL 27.030

B1_Lower - FFL
1240

FFL 25.790

Architecture Planning Interiors

Old Church Court, Claylands Road, The Oval, London SW8 1NZ
T 020 7556 1500
[Link]
10

Client

United House Ltd

Project

City North - Finsbury Park

5

Drawing
General Site
Elevations
4

View to Block D
3

Scale Date Status

1 : 250 @ A1 Feb 12 I
2

Job Number Drawing Number Revision

1

5181 A_-_20_E06 B
0