INSTALLATIONS BY DC, LLC
SECTION 12493 [12 24 00]
S-D5 BLACKOUT MANUAL WINDOW SHADES
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SECTION INCLUDES
1.A.Opaque window shade system: Manually operated, roll-up fabric opaque window shade system for complete blackout of window opening including side and bottom channels, headbox, manual operator, and mounting hardware.
1.2 RELATED SECTIONS
2.A. Section 06100 [06 10 00] – Rough Carpentry: Blocking for support of window shade hardware.
2.B. Section 07900 [07 90 00] – Joint Sealers: Sealants for perimeter of shade system.
2.C. Section 09260 [09 21 23] – Gypsum Board Assemblies: Suspended gypsum board ceilings to contain recessed window shade pockets.
2.D. Section 09510 [09 51 23] – Acoustical Tile Ceilings: Suspended acoustical panel ceilings to contain recessed window shade pockets.
2.E. Section 11132 [11 52 13] – Motorized Projection Screens: Motorized projection screens to be interfaced with shade controls.
2.F. Section 11132 [11 52 13] – Motorized Projector Lifts: Motorized projector lifts and mounts to be interfaced with shade controls.
1.3 REFERENCES
3.A. NFPA 701-99 – Fire Tests for Flame-Resistant Textiles and Films.
3.B. GREENGUARD Environmental Institute Gold.
3.C.US Green Building Council.
3.D. ANSI/WCMA A100.1-2018
1.4 SUBMITTALS
4.A. Submit under provisions of Section 01330 [01 33 26] – Submittal Procedures:
4.B. Product Data: Manufacturer’s data sheets on each product specified, including:
4.B.1. Preparation instructions and recommendations.
4.B.2. Installation and maintenance instructions.
4.B.3. Styles, material descriptions, dimensions of individual components, profiles, features, finishes and operating instructions.
4.B.4. Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
4.B.5. Mounting details and installation methods.
4.C. Shop Drawings: Plans, elevations, sections, product details, installation details, operational clearances, wiring diagrams and relationship to adjacent work.
4.D. LEED Submittals: Provide documentation of how the requirements of Credit will be met.
4.E. Window Treatment Schedule: For all roller shades. Use same room designations as indicated on the Drawings, field verified window dimensions, quantities, type of shade, controls, fabric, and color, and include opening sizes and key to typical mounting details.
4.F. Selection Samples: For each finish product specified, two complete sets of shade cloth options and aluminum finish color samples representing manufacturer’s full range of available colors and patterns.
4.G. Verification Samples: For each finish product specified, two complete sets of shade components, unassembled, demonstrating compliance with specified requirements. Shade fabric sample and aluminum finish sample as selected, representing actual product, color, and patterns. Mark face of material to indicate interior faces.
4.H. Maintenance Data: Methods for maintaining roller shades, precautions regarding cleaning materials and methods, instructions for operating hardware and controls.
4.I. Manufacturer’s Certificates: Certify products meet or exceed specified requirements.
1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE
5.A. Manufacturer Qualifications: Obtain roller shades through one source from a single manufacturer with a minimum of twenty years’ experience in manufacturing products comparable to those specified in this section.
5.B. NFPA Flame-Test: Passes NFPA 701. Materials tested shall be identical to products proposed for use.
5.C. Mock-Up: Provide a mock-up of one of each type roller shade assembly specified for evaluation of mounting, appearance and accessories.
5.C.1. Locate mock-up in window(s) designated by Architect.
5.C.2. Do not proceed with remaining work until mock-up is accepted by Architect.
1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
6.A. Do not deliver window shades until building is enclosed and construction within spaces where shades will be installed is substantially complete.
6.B. Deliver products in manufacturer’s original, unopened, undamaged containers with labels intact.
6.C. Label containers and shades according to Window Shade Schedule.
6.D. Store products in manufacturer’s unopened packaging until ready for installation.
1.7 SEQUENCING
7.A. Ensure that locating templates and other information required for installation of products of this section are furnished to affected trades in time to prevent interruption of construction progress.
7.B. Ensure that products of this section are supplied to affected trades in time to prevent interruption of construction progress.
1.8 PROJECT CONDITIONS
8.A. Install roller shades after finish work and ambient temperature, humidity and ventilation conditions are maintained at levels recommended for project upon completion.
1.9 WARRANTY
9.A.Hardware: Installations by DC, LLC standard five year limited warranty.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1MANUFACTURERS
1.A.Acceptable Manufacturer: Installations by DC, LLC. 5101 Chase Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515 Office Phone: 630-323-2581, dcinstallations.com
1.B.Substitutions: Not permitted.
1.C. Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01600.
2.2 OPAQUE WINDOW SHADE SYSTEM
2.A. Operation Type: Bead chain and clutch operated, vertical roll-up, fabric, opaque window shade system, complete with headbox, side and sill channels for total opacity; Blackout Clutch Shade System as manufactured by Installations by DC, LLC.
2.B. Operation Type: Crank operated, vertical roll-up, fabric, opaque window shade system, complete with headbox, side and sill channels for total opacity; Blackout Clutch Shade System as manufactured by Installations by DC.
2.C. Operation: Bead chain and clutch operating mechanism allowing shade to stop when chain is released. Designed never to need adjustment or lubrication. Provide limit stops to prevent shade from being raised or lowered too far.
2.C.1. Clutch mechanism: Fabricated from high carbon steel and molded fiberglass reinforced polyester.
2.C.2. Bead chain loop: Stainless steel bead chain hanging at side of window.
2.C.3. Bead chain loop: Plastic bead chain hanging at side of window, Ivory, Grey, or Black color as selected by Architect.
2.C.4. Idler Assembly: Provide roller idler assembly of molded nylon with adjustable length idler pin to facilitate easy installation, and removal of shade for service.
2.D. Operation: Crank and gear box operated shades.
2.D.1. Gear box: Die cast aluminum and steel construction. Injection molded nylon and steel crank insert installed in roller to engage gear box.
2.D.2. Crank handle:
2.D.2.a. Detachable anodized aluminum and chrome plated steel handle.
2.D.2.b.Permanently mounted anodized aluminum and chrome plated steel handle.
2.D.2.c. Size: 4 feet (122 cm).
2.D.2.d. Size: 6 feet (183 cm).
2.D.2.e. Size: 10 feet (305 cm).
2.D.3. Idler assembly: Provide roller idler assembly of molded nylon with adjustable length idler pin or spring-loaded idler to facilitate easy installation, and removal of shade for service.
2.E. Roller Tube: Fabricated from extruded aluminum, galvanized steel, or enameled steel. Diameter, wall thickness, and material selected by manufacturer to accommodate shade type and size. Fabric connected to the roller tube with LSE (low surface energy) double sided adhesive specifically developed to attach coated textiles to metal. Adhesive attachment to eliminate horizontal impressions in fabric.
2.F. Headbox: Consists of extruded aluminum sections with endcaps and opacity plates.
2.F.1. Size: 4-1/8 inches (105 mm) high by 3-1/2 inches (89 mm) wide by length required for shade being provided.
2.F.2. L-shaped removable front face and bottom cover and L-shaped back and top.
2.F.3. U-shaped front, back, and top and removable bottom.
2.G. Endcaps: Stamped steel with universal design suitable for mounting to ceiling, wall, and jamb. Provide size compatible with roller size.
2.H. Side Channels: Double chamber fabricated from 0.06 inch (1.5 mm) thick extruded aluminum sections. One chamber accepts fabric and contains groove for fabric retainer. Other chamber accepts fabric guide and channel locator.
2.I. Sill channel: 0.06 inch (1.5 mm) thick extruded aluminum channel to receive slat bar and prevent light leakage.
2.J. Slat bar: Extruded aluminum bar attached to bottom of shade. Bar does not retract into headbox.
2.K. Channel locator: Injected molded nylon insert to align side and sill channels with headbox.
2.L. Fabric guide: Plated steel transition for fabric rolling into side channel.
2.M. Fabric retainer: System designed to prevent disengagement of fabric from side channels due to normal variations of air pressure caused by doors opening, HVAC systems, and temperature differences between room and window well. System consists of horizontal steel stays installed in shade, covered with fabric, and spaced at regular intervals. Grommets installed through stays are held within groove of side channel chamber.
2.N. Exposed aluminum finish:
2.N.1. Finish: Clear anodized aluminum.
2.N.2. Finish: Black.
2.N.3. Finish: White.
2.N.4. Finish: Ivory.
2.N.5. Finish: Bronze.
2.N.6. Custom powder coat as selected by the Architect.
2.3 FABRIC
3.A. Room Darkening Fabrics
3.A.1. SunBloc Series SB9000: Close woven fiberglass base textile with sun-resistant vinyl film bonded to each side, opaque with minimum tensile strength of 190 pounds for warp and 180 pounds for fill. Fire rating: NFPA 701 1006-Test 1, California U.S. Title 19. Environmental Benefits: Certified to GREENGUARD® and GREENGUARD Gold® standards for low chemical emissions into indoor air during product usage. REACH and RoHS compliant – Lead Free. Bacterial and fungal resistance: ASTM E2180, ASTM G21. Washable and stain resistant. Same color both sides. Opaque, .015 inches thick, 12 oz/square yard.
3.A.2. SunBloc Series SB9100: Close woven fiberglass base textile with sun-resistant vinyl film bonded to each side, opaque with minimum tensile strength of 190 pounds for warp and 180 pounds for fill. Fire rating: NFPA 701 1006-Test 1, California U.S. Title 19. Environmental Benefits: Certified to GREENGUARD® and GREENGUARD Gold® standards for low chemical emissions into indoor air during product usage. REACH and RoHS compliant – Lead Free. Bacterial and fungal resistance: ASTM E2180, ASTM G21. Washable and stain resistant. White exterior in all colors. Opaque, .013 inches thick, 12 oz/square yard.
3.A.3. Flocké® by Mermet®: Opaque, PVC-free fiberglass textile with acrylic flocked backing. Antistatic treated. Fire rating: NFPA 701-10 TM#1, California U.S. Title 19, CAN/ULC-S109-03 Small & Large Flame Test. Environmental Benefits: Certified to GREENGUARD® and GREENGUARD Gold® standards for low chemical emissions into indoor air during product usage. RoHS compliant – lead free. Bacterial and fungal resistance: ASTM E2180, ASTM G21. Draper shades made with this fabric are GreenSpec® listed. Opaque, .020 inches thick, 15.93 oz/square yard.
3.A.4. SheerWeave® Series SW7000 Blackout by Phifer®: PVC-free polyester with acrylic foamed backing. Fire rating: California U.S. Title 19 (small scale), BS 5867 Part 2 Type B Performance, IBC Section 803.1.1 (Class A Rating), NFPA 101 (Class A Rating), NFPA 701 TM#1 (small scale), CAN/ULC-S 109 (large and small scale), CAN/CGSB2-4. 162-M80. Bacteria and fungal resistance: ASTM G21, AATCC 174-1998 Part II and III. Environmental certification: Certified to GREENGUARD® and GREENGUARD Gold® standards for low chemical emissions into indoor air during product usage. Safe use: RoHS/Directive 2002/95/EC, US Consumer Product Safety Commission Section 101 and ANSI/WCMA A 100.1-2007 for lead content. Draper shades made with this fabric are GreenSpec® listed. Opaque, .030 inches thick, 13.92 oz/square yard.
3.A.5. SheerWeave® Series SW7100 Blackout by Phifer®: PVC-coated Fiberglass laminated with a 2-ply PVC film. Fire rating: NFPA 701 TM#1 (small scale), NFPA 701 TM#2 (large scale), BS 5867 Part 2 Type B Performance, CAN/ULC-S 109 (large and small scale), NFPA 101 (Class B Rating), IBC Section 803.1.1 (Class B Rating). Bacteria and fungal resistance: ASTM E 2180, ASTM G21, ASTM G22, AATCC30 Part 3, ASTM D 3273, GREENGUARD® Mold and Bacteria Standard ASTM 6329; Style 2000 face includes Microban® antimicrobial additives. Environmental certification: Certified to GREENGUARD and GREENGUARD Gold® standards for low chemical emissions into indoor air during product usage. Safe Use: RoHS/Directive 2002/95/EC, US Consumer Product Safety Commission Section 101, ANSI/WCMA A 100.1-2007 for lead content and REACH (EC 1907/2006) compliant. Opaque, .025 inches thick, 21.6 oz/square yard, opaque.
3.A.6. SheerWeave® Series SW7400 by Phifer®: PVC-free polyester with acrylic foamed backing. Fire rating: California U.S. Title 19 (small scale), CAN/ULC-S 109 (large and small scale), CAN/CGSB 2-4. 162-M80, NFPA 701 TM#1 (small scale), NFPA 701 TM#2 (large scale). Bacteria and Fungal Resistance: ASTM G21-96, AATCC 174-1998 Part II and III. Environmental Certification: Certified to GREENGUARD® and GREENGUARD Gold® standards for low chemical emissions into indoor air during product usage. Safe Use: RoHS/Directive 2002/95/EC, ANSI/WCMA A 100.1-2007 for lead content, US Consumer Product Safety Commission Section 101. UV Protection: Seal of Approval by the Melanoma International Foundation (MIF) for effectiveness in preventing sun damage to the skin or eyes. Opaque, .029 inches thick, 12.53 oz/square yard.
3.A.7. Avila Twilight™ by Mermet®. 37.5 percent Polyester and 62.5 percent acrylic with foam backing. Duraguard fabric protector and Sanitized Antimicrobial Protection. Plain weave that is 100% PVC free. Fire rating: NFPA 701-10 TM#1, California U.S. Title 19, CAN/ULC-S109-03 Small & Large Flame Test. Environmental Benefits: Certified to GREENGUARD® and GREENGUARD Gold® standards for low chemical emissions into indoor air during product usage. RoHS compliant – lead free. Bacterial and fungal resistance: ASTM E2180, ASTM G21. 0% open, .020 inches thick, 14.5 oz/square yard.
3.B. Color and pattern: __________, No. _____.
3.C. Color and pattern: As indicated in Color Schedule on Drawings.
3.D. Color and pattern: As selected by Architect from manufacturer’s standard range.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
1.A. Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly prepared.
1.B. If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.
3.2 PREPARATION
2.A. Coordinate requirements for blocking and structural supports to ensure adequate means for installation of window shades.
2.B. Coordinate requirements for blocking, construction of shade pockets, and structural supports to ensure adequate means for installation of window shades.
2.C. Coordinate installation of recessed shade pockets with construction of suspended acoustical panel ceilings specified in Section 09510.
2.D. Coordinate installation of recessed shade pockets with construction of suspended gypsum board ceilings specified in Section 09260.
3.3 INSTALLATION
3.A. Install in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
3.B. Install roller shades level, plumb, square, and true. Allow proper clearances for window operation hardware.
3.C. Shade pockets:
3.C.1. Install shade pockets prior to installation of suspended ceiling system. Attach to supporting structure with screws through top of pocket at 24 inches (610 mm) minimum centers.
3.C.2. Install shade pockets in conjunction with installation of suspended ceiling system. Attach to supporting structure with screws through top of pocket at 24 inches (610 mm) minimum centers.
3.C.3. Install corner pieces securely and in alignment with pockets.
3.C.4. Install pocket ends securely and in alignment with pockets.
3.C.5. After interior construction is essentially complete, install shade and operating mechanism in pocket.
3.D. Install the following items to conceal roller and operating mechanism. Do not use exposed fasteners.
3.D.1. Fascias.
3.D.2.Closure panels.
3.D.3. Endcaps.
3.E. Install headbox, side channels, and sill channel with sealant specified in Section 07900 – Joint Sealers to eliminate light leaks at perimeter of shade system.
3.F. Position shades level, plumb, and at proper height relative to adjacent construction. Secure with fasteners recommended by manufacturer.
3.4 TESTING AND DEMONSTRATION
4.A. Test window shades to verify that operating mechanism, fabric retainer, and other operating components are functional. Correct deficiencies.
4.A.1. Crank.
4.A.2. Chain and clutch.
4.B. During daylight hours, lower shades and turn off interior lights. Verify that there are no light leaks at perimeter or within shade assembly. Correct deficiencies.
4.C. Demonstrate operation of shades to Owner’s designated representatives.
3.5 PROTECTION
5.A. Protect installed products until completion of project.
5.B. Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.
3.6 SCHEDULES
6.A. Refer to Drawings for shade types and locations.