Designation: C1172 – 09´1

Standard Specification for

Laminated Architectural Flat Glass1
This standard is issued under the fixed designation C1172; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.

´1 NOTE—Editorial changes were made throughout in March 2011.

1. Scope C162 Terminology of Glass and Glass Products

1.1 This specification covers the quality requirements of flat C1036 Specification for Flat Glass
laminated glass consisting of two or more lites of glass bonded C1048 Specification for Heat-Treated Flat Glass—Kind HS,
with an interlayer material for use in building glazing. Kind FT Coated and Uncoated Glass
1.2 Depending on the number, thickness and treatment of C1376 Specification for Pyrolytic and Vacuum Deposition
lites, and the number and thickness of interlayers, the glass Coatings on Flat Glass
shall be laminated for applications including but not limited to C1422 Specification for Chemically Strengthened Flat
safety security, detention, hurricane/cyclic-wind resistant, blast Glass
resistant, bullet resistant and sound reduction glazing applica- C1503 Specification for Silvered Flat Glass Mirror
tions. Laminated glass used in furniture applications is not E308 Practice for Computing the Colors of Objects by
included in this specification. Using the CIE System
1.3 Optical distortion and the evaluation thereof are not E1886 Test Method for Performance of Exterior Windows,
currently within the scope of the standard. Mockups are Curtain Walls, Doors, and Impact Protective Systems
recommended as a method to evaluate glass. (See Appendix Impacted by Missile(s) and Exposed to Cyclic Pressure
X1.) Differentials
1.4 The dimensional values, except thickness designations, E1996 Specification for Performance of Exterior Windows,
stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. Curtain Walls, Doors, and Impact Protective Systems
The values in parentheses are for information only. Impacted by Windborne Debris in Hurricanes
1.5 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the F1233 Test Method for Security Glazing Materials And
test method portion, Section 7, of this specification. This Systems
standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, F1642 Test Method for Glazing and Glazing Systems Sub-
if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user ject to Airblast Loadings
of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health F1915 Test Methods for Glazing for Detention Facilities
practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limita- 2.3 ANSI Standard:
tions prior to use. Z97.1 Safety Glazing Materials Used in Buildings—Safety
Performance Specifications and Methods of Tests3
2. Referenced Documents 2.4 Federal Document:4
2.1 Reference to these documents shall be the latest revision CPSC 16CFR1201 Consumer Product Safety Commission
unless otherwise specified by the authority applying this Safety Standard for Architectural Glazing Materials
specification. 2.5 National Institute of Justice (NIJ) Standard:5
2.2 ASTM Standards:2 NIJ 0108.1 Ballistic Resistant Protective Materials
2.6 UL Standards:6
UL 752 Standard for Bullet Resisting Materials
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This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee C14 on Glass
and Glass Products and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee C14.08 on Flat
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UL 972 Standard for Burglary Resisting Glazing Materials 3.2.24 streak—a noticeably visible directional blemish or
discoloration on or in the laminated unit.
3. Terminology 3.2.25 symmetrical—a term used to describe the construc-
3.1 Definitions—Refer to Terminology C162, Specifications tion of a laminate comprised of only one glass type and
C1036 or C1048, as appropriate. thickness.
3.1.1 blemishes in flat glass—Refer to Specifications C1036 3.2.26 template—a pattern used as a guide to define the
or C1048, as appropriate. overall size and shape of a cut lite.
3.2 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard: 3.2.27 unlaminated area—an area of the laminate that failed
3.2.1 adhesion chips—See fuse. to laminate during the laminating process. This blemish may be
3.2.2 blow-in—a separation of glass and interlayer at or discernible due to the textured appearance of the interlayer
close to the laminate edge caused by penetration of the material.
autoclaving medium into the edge during manufacturing. 4. Classification
3.2.3 boil (bubble)—a gas pocket in the interlayer material
4.1 Type—Laminated flat glass furnished under this speci-
or between the glass and interlayer.
fication shall be of the following types, as specified:
3.2.4 covered edge—the peripheral area of the laminate
4.1.1 Type I - Laminated Glass—an assembly consisting of
covered by the channel or sash when installed.
two or more lites of glass, conforming to Specification C1036
3.2.5 delamination—a condition in which one or two of the
or C1048 that are bonded together by interlayer material.
lites of glass loses the bond between the glass lite and the
4.1.2 Type II - Laminated Safety Glass—as defined in ANSI
interlayer.
Z97.1 or CPSC 16CFR1201 or both. Two or more lites of flat
3.2.6 discoloration—a visibly noticeable color change
glass, bonded by interlayer material. In the case of breakage,
(from original) in the appearance of a material.
the interlayer serves to retain the glass fragments, limit the size
3.2.7 distortion—the inability to see an image clearly; the
of the opening and reduce the risk of cutting or piercing
image is twisted out of natural shape.
injuries.
3.2.8 edge boil—See boil (bubble).
4.2 Application— the following terms are designed to guide
3.2.9 exposed edge—the peripheral area of the laminate the user to the appropriate inspection charts and requirements.
exposed to the environment after installation. The glazing can usually, but not always be viewed in transmit-
3.2.10 fuse—a glass particle or crystalline material that is tance and reflectance.
permanently bonded to a surface of a lite. 4.2.1 Laminated Vertical Glazing—Glazing used in an in-
3.2.11 hair—a slender, pigmented filament from human or stallation in which the lower edge of the glazing is a maximum
animal epidermis or other thread-like filament. of 6 ft (1.8 m) above the walking surface. The glazing is
3.2.12 inside dirt—foreign material trapped inside the lami- usually vertical, however may also be sloping in or out from
nate. the vertical plane. The glazing can be approached within 10 ft
3.2.13 interlayer—a layer or multiple layers of material (3 m) or less (if distance is greater than 10 ft (3 m) see
acting as an adhesive between lites of glass which adds Laminated Overhead Glazing). Interior decorative glazing will
additional performance to the finished product, for example, be judged according to laminated vertical glazing criteria.
impact resistance, solar control, acoustical insulation. 4.2.2 Laminated Overhead Glazing—Glazing used in an
3.2.14 laminated glass—an assembly consisting of two or installation in which the lower edge of the glass is more than
more lites of glass, conforming to Specification C1036 or 6 ft (1.8 m) above a walking floor level or cannot be
C1048 that are bonded together by interlayer material. approached within 10 ft (3 m). The glazing is usually sloping
3.2.15 lint—short fibers of yarn or fabric trapped within the from the vertical plane, however may also be vertical. Sloped
laminate. glazing is considered any glazing that slopes more than 15°
3.2.16 lite or light—a panel or sheet of glass or a panel or from the vertical in any direction.
sheet of laminated glass. 4.2.3 Laminated Spandrel Glazing—Glazing used in an
3.2.17 mismatch—misalignment of the edges of two lites of installation in which the glazing is only viewed in reflection
glass, when laminated. from the building’s exterior. The glazing is usually installed
3.2.18 nonsymmetrical—a term used to describe the con- vertically, however, may be at a slope to the vertical plane.
struction of a laminate comprised of different glass types or Laminated spandrel glazing shall be inspected using the criteria
thickness, or both. of vertical or overhead laminated glazing. (See section 4.2.1 or
3.2.19 offset—glass lites that are intentionally not aligned in 4.2.2) based upon installation as vertical or overhead glazing.
a laminate.
3.2.20 rub—abrasion of a glass surface producing a frosted 5. Ordering Information
appearance. Also known as a scuff. 5.1 Purchasers should select the preferred options permitted
3.2.21 separation—an area of the laminate that has become in this specification and include the following information in
delaminated (see delamination). procurement documents:
3.2.22 shiner—an area on a glass edge that has not been 5.1.1 Title, number, and date of this specification.
ground or polished. 5.1.2 Type of laminated flat glass as referred to in this
3.2.23 short interlayer—a condition of the laminate in specification (see Section 4).
which the interlayer does not extend to the edge. 5.1.3 Edgework requirements (see 8.2).

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5.1.4 Thickness requirements: 6.3 Heat strengthened or fully tempered glass lites shall
5.1.4.1 Thickness designation of each individual lite of conform to the requirements of Specification C1048.
glass to be used in the laminate, 6.4 Mirror glass lites shall conform to the requirements of
5.1.4.2 Interlayer type and thickness designation, and Specification C1503.
5.1.4.3 Overall nominal thickness of the laminate. 6.5 Pyrolytic and vacuum deposition coated glass lites shall
5.1.5 Nominal length and width of the laminate. conform to the requirements of Specification C1376.
5.1.5.1 Blueprint, drawing, template, configuration specifi- 6.6 Solar and Optical property shall be as specified.
cation, or other forms of information which detail overall size, 6.7 Solar Heat Gain Coefficient shall be as specified.
configuration, and orientation. 6.8 Spandrel glass lites shall conform to the requirements of
5.1.6 Types of each individual lite of glass to be used in the Specification C1048 for the incorporated glass type.
laminate. 6.9 Visible reflection shall be as specified.
5.1.6.1 Color, tint, coating, decorative effect and strength of 6.10 Visible transmittance shall be as specified.
each individual lite of glass. 6.11 U-factor shall be as specified.
5.1.7 Color, tint and decorative effect of the interlayer.
5.1.8 The luminous transmittance of the laminate (see 7.11). 7. Test Methods
5.1.9 Safety standards or regulations to which the laminate
must conform. 7.1 Impact Test for Safety Glazing—Test and interpret in
5.1.10 All other standards to which the laminate must accordance with ANSI Z97.1 or CPSC 16CFR1201, or both, as
conform. applicable.
5.2 Packaging Requirements—Glass packaging and protec- 7.2 Test for Missile Impact and Cyclic Pressure—Test and
tion will be standard manufacturer practice unless otherwise interpret in accordance with Test Method E1886 and Specifi-
specified. Consult manufacturer before specifying. cation E1996.
7.3 Test for Security Glazing—Test and interpret in accor-
6. Other Requirements dance with Test Method F1233.
6.1 Annealed glass lites shall conform to the requirements 7.4 Test for Glazing Subject to Airblast Loading—Test and
of Specification C1036 for the incorporated glass type. interpret in accordance with Test Method F1642.
6.2 Chemically strengthened glass lites shall conform to the 7.5 Test for Detention Glazing—Test and interpret in accor-
requirements of Specification C1422. dance with Test Method F1915.

TABLE 1 Maximum Allowable Laminating Process Blemishes for Vertical Glazing, in. (mm)
NOTE 1—Refer to Specification C1036 for the quality specification for the individual glass lites.
NOTE 2—All imperfections noted should be separated by a minimum of 12 in. (300 mm).
NOTE 3—See 7.10 for method of inspection.
NOTE 4—Laminates with more than two lites of glass may contain proportionally more blemishes.
Up to 25 ft2 (2.5 m2) 25 to 75 ft2 (2.5 to 7.0 m2) Over 75 ft2 (7.0 m2)
Blemish
A A A A
Central Outer Central Outer CentralA OuterA
Boil (Bubbles) ⁄
1 16 (1.6) ⁄
3 32 (2.4) ⁄ (3.2)
18 ⁄
3 16 (4.8) ⁄ (6.4)
14 ⁄ (6.4)
14

B B B
Blow-in; CE 1⁄4 (6.4) CE 1⁄4 (6.4) CE 5⁄16 (8.0)
edge boil EE 1⁄16 (1.6)C EE 3⁄32 (2.3)C EE 1⁄8 (3.2)C

Fuse ⁄
1 32 (0.8) ⁄
1 16 (1.6) ⁄
1 16 (1.6) ⁄
3 32 (2.4) ⁄
3 32 (2.4) ⁄
5 32 (4.0)

D E D E E
Hair, lint light intensity medium intensity light intensity medium intensity medium intensity medium intensityE
(single strand)

Inside dirt ⁄
1 16 (1.6) ⁄
3 32 (2.4) ⁄
3 32 (2.4) ⁄
5 32 (4.0) ⁄ (3.2)
18 ⁄
3 16 (4.8)
(dirt spot)

Lint-areas of light intensityD medium intensityE light intensityD medium intensityE medium intensityE medium intensityE
concentrated lint

Separation, none none none none none none

discoloration

B B B
Short interlayer; CE 1⁄4 (6.4) CE 1⁄4 (6.4) CE 1⁄4 (6.4)
un-laminated area; EE 1⁄16 (1.6)C EE 3⁄32 (2.4)C EE 1⁄8 (3.2)C
chip

Scuff; streak light intensityD medium intensityE medium intensityE medium intensityE medium intensityE medium intensityE
A
The central area is an area formed by an oval or circle whose axes or diameters, when centered, do not exceed 80 % of the overall dimension. The outer area is the
area outside of the central area.
B
Not applicable.
C
CE = covered edge of glass edge bite and EE = exposed edge. (If CE or EE is unknown use CE tolerance.)
D
light intensity—Barely noticeable at 39 in. (1 m).
E
medium intensity—Noticeable at 39 in. (1 m) but not at 10 ft (3 m).

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TABLE 2 Maximum Allowable Laminating Process Blemishes for Overhead Glazing, in. (mm)
NOTE 1—Refer to Specification C1036 for the quality specification for the individual glass lites.
NOTE 2—All imperfections noted should be separated by a minimum of 12 in. (300 mm).
NOTE 3—See 7.10 for method of inspection.
NOTE 4—Laminates with more than two lites of glass may contain proportionally more blemishes.
up to 25 ft2 (2.5 m2) 25 ft2 or greater (2.5 m2 or greater)
Blemish
CentralA OuterA CentralA OuterA
Boil (Bubbles) ⁄
3 32 (2.4) ⁄ (3.2)
18 ⁄
3 16 (4.8) ⁄ (6.4)
14

B B
Blow-in; CE ⁄ (6.4)
14 CE 5⁄16 (8.0)
C
edge boil EE 3⁄32 (2.4) EE 1⁄8 (3.2)C

Fuse ⁄
1 16 (1.6) ⁄
1 16 (1.6) ⁄
3 32 (2.4) ⁄
5 32 (4.0)

Hair, lint medium intensityD medium intensityD medium intensityD medium intensityD
(single strand)

Inside dirt ⁄
3 32 (2.4) ⁄
3 32 (2.4) ⁄
5 32 (4.0) ⁄
3 16 (4.8)
(dirt spot)

Lint-areas of medium intensityD medium intensityD medium intensityD medium intensityD

concentrated lint

Separation, none none none none

discoloration

B B
Short interlayer; CE 1⁄4 (6.4) CE 1⁄4 (6.4)
un-laminated area, EE 3⁄32 (2.4)C EE 1⁄8 (3.2)C
chip;

Scuff; streak medium intensityD medium intensityD medium intensityD medium intensityD
A
The central area is an area formed by an oval or circle whose axes or diameters, when centered, do not exceed 80 % of the overall dimension. The outer area is the
area outside of the central area.
B
Not applicable.
C
CE = covered edge of glass edge bite and EE = exposed edge. (If CE or EE is unknown use EE tolerance.)
D
medium intensity—Noticeable at 39 in. (1 m) but not at 10 ft (3 m).

TABLE 3 Length and Width Tolerances for Rectangular Shapes of Symmetrically Laminated Glass Including MismatchA
Tolerances, in. (mm)B,C
Laminate Thickness Designation, t Transparent
Patterned and Wired Glass Heat Strengthened and Tempered Glass
in. (mm) Glass
t #1/4 (t #6.4) + 5⁄32 , –1⁄16 (+4.0, –1.6) + 5⁄16 –1⁄8 (+7.9, –3.2) +7⁄32 –3⁄32 (+5.6, –2.4)

14⁄ < t # 1⁄2 (6.4 < t # 12.7) + 1⁄4 , –1⁄16 (+ 6.4, –1.6) + 5⁄16 , –1⁄8 (+ 7.9, –3.2) + 1⁄4 , –1⁄8 (+ 6.4, –3.2)

⁄ < t # 1 (12.7 < t # 25.4)

12 +1⁄4 , –1⁄8 (+ 6.4, –3.2) +5⁄16 , –1⁄8 (+ 7.9, –3.2) +5⁄16 , –1⁄8 (+ 7.9, –3.2)
A
For nonsymmetrical laminated glass, contact the laminator for size tolerances.
B
Size includes cutting and fabrication tolerances and mismatch (see 8.5.1).
C
For exposed edge applications, consult the supplier to determine their capabilities.

TABLE 4 Maximum Allowable Overall Bow and Warp for Laminated other than Annealed Transparent GlassesA
Edge Dimension, in. (mm) Laminate Make-up Two Glass Lites of, in. (mm):
⁄ to 3⁄16 (3 to 5)
18 ⁄ (6)
14 ⁄
5 16 (8) ⁄ (10)
38 ⁄ to 7⁄8 (12 to 22)
12

0 to 18 (0 to 460) 18⁄ (3.2) ⁄

1 16 (1.6) ⁄ (1.6)
1 16 ⁄ (1.6)
1 16 ⁄ (1.6)
1 16

Over 18 to 36 (Over 460 to 910) 3⁄16 (4.8) 1⁄8 (3.2) 3⁄32 (2.4) 3⁄32 (2.4) ⁄ (1.6)
1 16

Over 36 to 48 (Over 910 to 1220) 9⁄32 (7.1) 3⁄16 (4.8) 5⁄32 (4.0) 1⁄8 (3.2) 3⁄32 (2.4)

Over 48 to 60 (Over 1220 to 1520) 3⁄8 (9.5) 9⁄32 (7.1) 7⁄32 (5.6) 3⁄16 (4.8) 1⁄8 (3.2)

Over 60 to 72 (Over 1520 to 1830) 1⁄2 (12.5) 3⁄8 (9.5) 9⁄32 (7.1) 1⁄4 (6.4) 3⁄16 (4.8)

Over 72 to 84 (Over 1830 to 2130) 5⁄8 (15.9) 1⁄2 (12.7) 11⁄32 (8.7) 5⁄16 (7.9) 1⁄4 (6.4)

Over 84 to 96 (Over 2130 to 2440) 3⁄4 (19.0) 5⁄8 (15.9) 7⁄16 (11.1) 3⁄8 (9.5) 9⁄32 (7.1)

Over 96 to 108 (Over 2440 to 2740) 7⁄8 (22.2) 3⁄4 (19.0) 9⁄16 (14.3) 1⁄2 (12.7) 3⁄8 (9.5)

Over 108 to 120 (Over 2740 to 3050) 1.0 (25.4) 7⁄8 (22.2) 11⁄16 (17.5) 5⁄8 (15.9) 1⁄2 (12.7)

Over 120 to 132 (Over 3050 to 3350) ... 1.0 (25.4) 13⁄16 (20.6) 3⁄4 (19.0) 5⁄8 (15.9)

Over 132 to 144 (Over 3350 to 3660) ... 1 1⁄8 (28.6) 15⁄16 (23.8) 7⁄8 (22.2) 3⁄4 (19.0)

Over 144 to 156 (Over 3660 to 3960) ... 1 1⁄4 (31.8) 11⁄16 (27.0) 1.0 (25.4) 7⁄8 (22.2)

A
See 7.8 for measurement method.

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7.6 Test for Bullet Resisting Glazing—Test and interpret in 8.3.2 Laminated glass intended for safety glazing applica-
accordance with specified standards such as Test Method tions specified by building codes, shall be permanently marked
F1233, NIJ 0108.1, and Standard UL 752. as required by the applicable safety glazing standard.
7.7 Test for Burglary Resisting Glazing—Test and interpret 8.4 Thickness—For thickness tolerances consult the lamina-
in accordance with specified standards such as, but not limited tor. Nominal thickness tolerance computation guidelines are as
to: Test Method F1233, NIJ 0108.1, and UL 972. follows:
7.8 Overall Bow/Warp—Place sample glass in a free- 8.4.1 Minimum Thickness Tolerance—Minimum thickness
standing vertical position, with the longest edge resting on tolerance shall be the summation of the values for the mini-
blocks at the quarter points. With the laminate in this position, mum thickness of each glass lite obtained from Specification
place a straightedge across the concave surface, parallel to and C1036 and the minimum interlayer thickness obtained from the
within 1 in. (25.4 mm) of the edge, and measure the maximum laminator.
deviation with a taper or feeler gage. A dial indicator may also 8.4.2 Maximum Thickness Tolerance:
be used. 8.4.2.1 Annealed Glasses—The summation of the values for
7.9 Size—Measure length and width from edge to edge, the maximum thickness of each glass lite obtained from
including flares, mismatch, or offset (see 8.5). Specification C1036 and the maximum interlayer thickness
obtained from the laminator.
7.10 Visual Inspection—All visual inspections shall be
8.4.2.2 Heat Treated Glasses—Add 0.031 in. (0.79 mm) to
made with 20/20 vision (normal or corrected eye). The viewer
the overall maximum thickness of the laminate for each lite of
shall look at the sample at an angle of 90° (perpendicular) to
the heat treated glass in the laminate.
the surface using the following lighting unless otherwise
8.5 Length and Width:
specified: daylight (without direct sunlight) or other uniform
8.5.1 Length and width tolerances of symmetrically lami-
diffused background lighting that simulates daylight, with a
nated glass shall be in accordance with Table 3 when measured
minimum luminance of 160 fc (1700 lx) measured at the
in accordance with 7.9. The listed tolerances of overall
surface of the glass facing the light source.
laminate size include the cutting tolerances of the individual
7.10.1 Laminated Vertical Glazing—Inspect glazing in the lites as well as the mismatch of the glass lites after the
vertical position at a distance of 39 in. (1 m). If a blemish is laminating process.
readily apparent under these viewing conditions, refer to Table 8.5.2 For length and width of nonsymmetrical laminated
1 for acceptable criteria. glass, contact the supplier for size tolerances.
7.10.2 Laminated Overhead Glazing—Inspect glazing in 8.5.3 For some laminated applications, such as, point sup-
the vertical position at a distance of 10 ft (3 m). If a blemish is ported glass and balustrades, where the edges of the laminate
readily apparent under these viewing conditions, refer to Table are exposed, tighter length and width tolerances may be
2 for acceptable criteria. requested by the customer. Consult the supplier to determine
7.11 Transmittance—Using Practice E308, measure trans- their capabilities.
mittance by illuminating each laminated specimen at normal 8.6 Flatness:
incidence with light having the spectral composition of Inter- 8.6.1 For laminated glass using annealed transparent glass,
national Commission on Illumination (CIE) illuminant C. the overall bow and warp shall not exceed 1⁄16 in. (1.6 mm) per
Measure the ratio of transmittance to incident luminous flux by 12 in. (300 mm) of length when measured in accordance with
calculating from the spectral distribution of illuminant C as 7.8.
defined by Practice E308. 8.6.2 Because of the nature of the processes used in manu-
facturing heat-strengthened, rolled, tempered, or wired glass,
8. Fabrication Requirements these glasses may not be as flat as annealed transparent glass.
8.1 All dimensional fabrication, such as cutting to overall The deviation from flatness of laminated glass depends on
dimensions, edgework, drilling, notching, grinding, sandblast- glass type, thickness, width, length, laminating process, and
ing and etching, on laminates incorporating heat-strengthened, other factors. For other than annealed transparent glasses the
chemically strengthened, or fully tempered glass shall be overall bow/warp shall not exceed the values shown in Table 4
performed prior to strengthening or tempering. After the glass when measured in accordance with 7.8.
has been strengthened or tempered, it shall not be modified 8.6.3 Localized warp for rectangular laminated glass shall
except as recommended by the fabricator. not exceed 1⁄16 in. (1.6 mm) in any 12 in. (300 mm) span of
edge.
8.2 Edge—An edge shall be cut, sawed, ground, sanded to
8.7 Blemishes—Maximum allowable laminating process
remove sharp edges only, seamed, ground and polished,
blemishes shall not be greater than those listed in Table 1.
beveled, or mitered as specified.
8.3 Marking: 9. Keywords
8.3.1 Each laminate, as supplied by the manufacturer, shall 9.1 annealed; blast resistant; bullet resistant; glass; heat-
bear the manufacturer’s name, or trademark, or both, unless treated; hurricane resistant; interlayer; laminated; safety;
otherwise specified. security

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APPENDIX

(Nonmandatory Information)

X1. GLASS SELECTION

X1.1 Visual Mockups—Viewing full-size mockups under recommended for evaluation of reflected and optical distortion.
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