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CONTENTS Page
1.0 GENERAL 3
1.1 Scope 3
1.2 Related Sections 3
1.3 Standards 3
1.4 Trade Preambles 5
4.0 WORKMANSHIP 14
4.1 General 14
4.2 Integration with Roof 14
4.3 Drainage 14
4.4 Seals 14
4.5 Contact with Cementatious Material 14
4.6 Fixing Accessories 14
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1.0 GENERAL
Read with the General Requirements section, and all other contract documents.
1.1 Scope
This section covers the requirements for skylights as a component installed as parts
of a roof system. It does not cover self-supporting structural glass roofs.
1.3 Standards
Unless otherwise agreed by the SO, ensure all of the Works comply with the relevant
requirements of the Standards and Codes listed below or referenced in the body of
the Specification. Alternative Standards and Codes may be submitted to the SO,
provided it can be demonstrated that the alternative Standards and Codes comply
with the requirements of the standards specified. All Standards and Codes quoted
are current version, unless specific year references are noted.
Singapore Standards
SS 341 Safety glazing materials for use in buildings (human impact
considerations)
Other Standards
BS EN 485-3 Aluminium and aluminium alloys sheet, strip and plate.
Tolerances on shape and dimensions for hot-rolled products
BS EN 572-2 Glass in buildings basic soda lime silicate glass products.
Float glass
BS EN 573-3 Aluminium and aluminium alloys - chemical composition and
form of wrought products. Chemical composition
BS EN 755-1 to 9 Aluminium and aluminium alloys - extruded rod/bar, tube and
profiles
BS EN 10088-1 Stainless steel-list of stainless steel
BS EN 10088-2 Technical delivery conditions for semi finished products, bars
and rods for general purposes
BS EN 10088-3 Technical delivery conditions for semi finished products,
sheet/plate, strip for general purposes
BS EN 12020-2 Aluminium and aluminium alloys. Extruded precision profiles in
alloys EN AV 6060,6063-Tolerances, dimensions and forms
BS EN ISO 3506-1 Mechanical properties of corrosion resistant stainless steel
fasteners. Bolts, screws and studs
BS EN ISO 3506-2 Mechanical properties of corrosion resistant stainless steel
fasteners. Nuts.
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1.4.5 Warranty
Provide warranty in accordance with the contract conditions for the following items:
a. Aluminium works.
b. Glazing.
Refer to the PSD for warranty requirements.
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3.2 Glazing
3.2.1 General
Form glazing with at least the lowest layer being laminated heat strengthened panes.
The laminated panes are to:
a. Comply with SS 341.
b. Have PVB interlayer complying with BS 6206 Class A.
c. Have edge steps less than 0.5mm in toughened or heat-treated glass.
d. Bear identification marks indicating its nature and processor.
Protect the interlayer material from the effects of moisture absorption in service
including clouding, shrinking back, degassing and delamination.
Take into account, that the interlayer is compatible with glazing sealants.
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c. Aluminium alloy spacers with a natural or black finish and sufficient rigidity for
their purpose. They are to be formed to accommodate seals and contain
desiccant.
d. All breather tubes nipped closed prior to installation.
e. All corners and joints to be fabricated so as to ensure a water vapour tight
construction.
3.3.1 Extrusions
Extrusions- from designated treated alloy 6063 T4, 6035 T5 or 6063 T6 complying
with BS1474 unless otherwise agreed with SO
Comply with BS 8118, BS EN 573-3, BS 1161 and BS EN 755
Minimum wall thickness in structural parts = 2.5mm
Platforms, webs, flanges, races and screw flutes of sufficient size to satisfy all
structural requirements and eliminate distortion of elements in the works.
Fabricate sheet material ancillary members from designed alloys 1100,2005,3032,0r
comply with BE EN 485.
3.4.1 General
Conform to the following standards for stainless steel, unless otherwise specified.
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Unless otherwise noted, use grade 1.4401 (formerly 316) for all visible components;
in all other circumstances use grade 1.4301 (formerly 304).
Unless otherwise noted, use grade A4 for visible fasteners; in all other circumstances
use grade A2.
Select the fastener property class so as to meet the performance criteria specified.
3.5 Timber
Unless otherwise specified all timber to be Kapur, Chengal or Balau.
Moisture content when fitted to be between 10-15%, moisture content between
adjacent timbers to be no more than 3%.
Pressure impregnate all timber, impregnation system to approval of the SO.
Fire retardant treatment system to the approval of the SO. Season and kiln dry timber
after treatment.
3.7 Sealants
3.7.1 General
Select and install in accordance with BS 6213.
Design sealant geometry (and cross section) to accommodate the anticipated
substrate movement.
Do not use acid curing sealants.
Use in accordance with the manufacturers directions, particularly relating to the use
of primers.
Refer colour selection of any visibly exposed sealants to the SO.
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3.7.2 Types
3.7.2.1 Silicone sealants: Comply with BS 5889.
3.7.2.2 Polyurethane sealants: Comply with BS 5215.
3.7.2.3 Non-structural sealants: Approved low modulus silicone (exposed or
concealed) or approved polyurethane sealant (concealed).
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4.0 WORKMANSHIP
4.1 General
Install units in accordance with manufacturers instructions for the creation of a
waterproof junction between the skylight and the roof covering.
4.3 Drainage
Where glazing extrusions are used to form the skylight framing, ensure that the
horizontal members drain into the verticals and that the joint between is sealed. The
vertical members are to drain clear of the upstand with a turndown at the end to
prevent water entering the upstand junction.
4.4 Seals
Install Neoprene or Epdm seal where required to seal the head and base of the
glazing.
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5.1 Submissions
5.1.1 Submissions
Include in construction program, event for submission of the following information:
a. Name of the skylight manufacturer and inclusion of copies of technical data
relating to system proposal.
b. Name of Sub-Contractor, if any.
c. Information of current or completed similar jobs during the previous 5 years and
details of Quality Control Procedures adopted.
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5.1.5 Warranty
Submit the warranty upon completion of the works.
5.2.1 Samples
Submit one sample of each component of the skylight system to the SO prior to
ordering material.
5.2.2 Mock-ups
Refer to the PSD for any mock-up panels required for the project.
5.3 Inspection
No item.
5.4 Tests
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