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SECTION 12490

INTERIOR ROLLER SHADES

ATTENTION SPECIFIER – PLEASE REVIEW HIGHLIGHTED NOTES AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION IN EDITING THE SPECIFICATION TO MEET PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

VERSION – JULY 7, 2003

PART 1 GENERAL

1. SUMMARY

A. SCOPE

1. The following specifications detail the minimum performance and related criteria for an electronic shade control system proposed for this project. Any deviations from this specification must be submitted in the format defined in section 2.1.

2. Provide all electronic shading systems, controls, and materials as specified in locations indicated on architectural plans including:

a. AC Motorized Shade Drive

b. Shade Fabric

c. Mounting Conditions

d. Control Options (Operator)

e. Top Treatments and Extruded Aluminum or Steel Accessories

3. Furnish and install all window shades, accessories, controls, and attaching hardware.

B. PRODUCTS TO BE SUPPLIED BUT NOT INSTALLED UNDER THIS SECTION

1. Class 2 electrical control components such as control keypads and sensors necessary to provide control characteristics as specified elsewhere in this section.

2. Line-voltage control components such as group controllers and switches as necessary to provide control characteristics as specified elsewhere in this section.

C. RELATED SECTIONS AND DOCUMENTS

1. Section 06100-- Rough Carpentry; blocking for support of window shade brackets or pocket assemblies.

2. Section 09250-- Substrate for window shade systems and installation of shade pockets, pocket closure, and/ or accessories supplied only under this section.

3. Section 09510-- Acoustical Ceilings; installations of shade pockets, pocket closure, and/or accessories supplied only under this section.

4. Section 16000 - Electrical; installation of and connections to electrical motor control system and lighting control system components supplied only by this section as required to accomplish control requirements specified elsewhere and as indicated in the drawings.

5. Drawings and general provision of the Contract, including General Conditions and Division 12 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

2. REFERENCES

A. MANUFACTURER

1. Underwriters Laboratories Inc.

2. Canadian Standards Association

3. NOM Certification Mark

4. American National Standards Institute

5. Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers

B. FABRICS

1. Flame-retardant fabrics must meet or exceed requirements of NFPA test #701.

2. Fire – Provide shade fabrics tested in accordance with:

a. 1989 NFPA 701 small scale Vertical Burn Test and rated "PASS."

b. 1996 NFPA 701 small scale Vertical Burn (telephone booth test) and rated "PASS."

C. Electrical: All line voltage components of the system shall be either UL Listed or UL recognized. All low voltage components within the system shall be powered by UL listed or UL recognized class 2 transformers or power supplies and wired as NEC® Class 2 circuits.

D. Electronic components within the system shall meet IEC801-2, tested to withstand a 15kV electrostatic discharge without damage or loss of memory.

E. RESPONSIBILITY FOR WINDOW-TREATMENT SYSTEM

1. The responsibility for the design, engineering, installation, and performance of motorized window shade systems, motors, controls, low-voltage control electrical wiring specified in this Section shall be assigned to a single manufacturer and their authorized dealers/installers.

2. Unless specifically requested, the Architect will not need to produce a set of electrical drawings for the installation or control wiring of the motors or controllers for the window shades.

3. The Base Building Contractor (Main Contractor) shall coordinate installation of the following items with the Window Shade contractor for all window treatment systems:

a. Metal shade pockets or housings recessed into ceiling system or assembly.

b. Extruded aluminum ceiling pocket trim (closure) assemblies.

4. The Base Building Contractor (Main Contractor), electrical contractor, mechanical engineer, and electrical engineer shall provide the following materials and services to the window shade contractor for electrically powered window treatments:

a. Power wiring in accordance with requirements provided by the Window Shade Contractor.

b. Power and panel boxes of sufficient size to accommodate window shade manufacturer's requirements, as indicated on the Electrical Drawings.

c. Power (junction box) within 5’ (1516 mm) of each motor where required and connect power to shade motor. (Window Shade Contractor shall specify power needs to General Contractor).

d. Low-voltage wiring as necessary for operation of shade control system. All above-ceiling and concealed wiring shall be installed in conduit. (Window Shade Contractor shall specify power needs to General Contractor)

e. All conduits as required for window shade electrical wiring; coordinate requirements with window shade manufacturer before inaccessible areas are constructed.

f. Conduit in all areas that might not be accessible to the Window Shade Contractor due to the building design or equipment location.

g. Any electrical wiring, connectors, relays, or electrical devices required to complete installation of system that are not specified in this section.

3. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

A. AC Motor Shade system shall provide control of motorized window treatments with limit setting from the motors, grouping and subgrouping of shade with group control boxes, and trim hardware as specified for the project.

4. SUBMITTALS

A. PRODUCT DATA

1. Submit manufacturer’s descriptive literature for each product type specified. Details shall include product brochures and technical documents indicating materials, finishes, construction, and mounting requirements. Also include installation, wiring, and operating instructions.

B. SHOP DRAWINGS

1. Indicate structural mounting requirements and installation methods as well as relevant dimensions for each product type and mounting condition. Typical wiring diagrams shall also be provided for each product type showing seamless control of lighting and shading where applicable.

2. Provide shade schedule coordinating room number, opening size(s), quantities and key to details.

3. SPECIFIER – DUE TO RESPONSIBILITIES IDENTIFIED IN SECTION 1.2-E (RESPONSIBILITY FOR WINDOW TREATMENT SYSTEM), THIS INFORMATION IS NOT REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION. HOWEVER, INCLUDE THIS SECTION IF NECESSARY FOR PROJECT (TYPICALLY REQUIRED FOR VERY CUSTOM OR LARGE PROJECTS ONLY):

Provide the following project-specific information:

a. System one-line wiring diagrams including connection details and overall arrangement of all shades and control locations supplied by this section for installation and connection by division 16.

b. Drawings indicating seam/ batten locations to aid Base Building contractor to coordinate work.

c. Head, jamb, and sill details to aid Base Building contractor to coordinate work.

C. SAMPLES

1. SPECIFIER – INCLUDE IF NECESSARY FOR PROJECT:

Selection Samples:

a. 8” X 10” (200 mm x 252mm) shade fabric swatches for initial fabric color selection from manufacturer’s full range of available fabrics.

b. Material samples for color and finish selection of controls.

2. SPECIFIER – INCLUDE IF NECESSARY FOR PROJECT:

Verification samples:

a. One fully operational window shade sample of each type required complete with selected shade fabric including sample of seam / batten when applicable. Location of sample to be indicated on drawing by the specifier. Disassemble window shade sample to assure compliance with PART 2 of specification.

b. One complete set of all shade components demonstrating compliance with PART 2 of specification.

D. TEST REPORTS, CERTIFICATES, AND DEMONSTRATION

1. Current reports demonstrating compliance with references listed in Section 1.2 (References) are available upon request to verify specification requirements.

2. Manufacturer shall make available to project design team and project owner a tour of manufacturing operations to evaluate manufacturing processes as identified in Source Quality Control Section of Part 2.

3. For projects where onsite demonstration of verification samples and custom designs is impractical due to building construction schedule or shade fabric size, manufacturer shall make available requested verification samples at the manufacturing facility.

E. MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS

1. Installation, Programming, and Maintenance instructions to be included in product packaging.

2. Installation, Programming, and Maintenance Instructions must be available on manufacturer’s website.

3. 24-Hour / 7-Day Technical support shall be available to aid with unforeseen installation difficulties.

5. QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. QUALIFICATIONS

1. Manufacturer shall have component quality program in place to reduce defective levels to less than 100 PPM and provide documentation on request.

2. Manufacturer shall have 15 years minimum experience manufacturing products comparable to those specified in this section.

3. Manufacturer shall furnish all shading systems and electrical control equipment for a complete installation and single source responsibility of shading and lighting control where applicable.

4. The manufacturer, subsidiary, or licensed agent shall be approved to supply the products specified and to honor any claims against the product presented in accordance with the warranty.

5. Installer shall be qualified to install the specified products by prior experience, demonstrated performance, and acceptance of any requirement of the manufacturer, subsidiary of the manufacturer, or licensed agent.

6. 24-Hour / 7-Day Technical support shall be available to troubleshoot system wiring and aid in system programming.

B. SPECIFIER – INCLUDE IF NECESSARY FOR PROJECT:

FIELD SAMPLES

1. Install large size sample of selected fabric for final verification of color, weave, and density in window opening as directed by design professional.

6. DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. STORAGE AND PROTECTION

1. Do not deliver items to the project until all concrete, masonry, plaster, painting and other wet work has been completed and is dry.

2. Deliver shades to project in protective packaging, uniquely labeled to identify each shade for each opening. Schedule delivery to prevent delays to completion of work, but to minimize on-site storage time.

3. Store materials in a dry, secure place. Protect from weather, surface contaminants, corrosion, construction traffic, and all other potential damage.

B. PROJECT / SITE CONDITIONS

1. Electronic components shall operate in an ambient temperature range of 0°C (32°F) to 40°C (104°F) and 90% non-condensing relative humidity.

7. SCHEDULING

A. Do not fabricate shades without obtaining field dimensions for each opening.

B. Coordinate construction of surrounding conditions to allow for timely field dimension verification.

C. Manufacturer’s standard lead times apply. Reference submittal and schedule accordingly for project timeline.

D. If required, manufacturer’s field services require 10 business-days notice. The contractor shall provide the manufacturer with 10 business-days notice of the scheduled commissioning date.

E. SPECIFIER – INCLUDE IF NECESSARY FOR PROJECT:

Pre-installation Meetings:

SPECIFICIER NOTE: FOR MOTORIZED SHADE INSTALLATIONS OR COMPLICATED DETAILING SPECIFY ATTENDANCE AT PRE INSTALLATION / COORDINATION MEETINGS EARLY IN PROJECT SCHEDULE!!!

8. WARRANTY

A. Manufacturer to provide written limited warranty of not less than 8 years.

1. The limited warranty shall cover 100% of the parts and manufacturer’s labor costs required over the first two years.

2. The limited warranty shall also entitle the end user to a credit against the purchase price upon return of defective goods for 8 years.

a. 100% for years 1 and 2

b. 50% for years 3, 4, and 5

c. 25% for years 6, 7, and 8

B. Warranty coverage shall begin on the date that the equipment is energized.

C. In the event of a warranted product failure, the shade contractor will facilitate acquisition and delivery of all necessary components and services to the owner.

9. SYSTEM STARTUP

A. SPECIFIER ADD COMMENTS HERE IF DESIRED

10. OWNER’S INSTRUCTIONS

A. SPECIFIER ADD COMMENTS HERE IF DESIRED

11. COMMISSIONING

A. SPECIFIER ADD COMMENTS HERE IF DESIRED

12. MAINTENANCE

A. EXTRA MATERIALS

1. The manufacturer shall make available to the end user a method of ordering new equipment for expansions, replacement, or parts to be used as spares twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.

2. The manufacturer must make available new or remanufactured parts for a minimum period of ten years from the final date of commissioning.

B. MAINTENANCE SERVICE

1. The manufacturer shall offer to make available to the end user a method of ordering factory service, new or remanufactured replacement parts, and a service contract that extends the factory-limited warranty from two years to five years.

2. Manufacturer shall allow end user to purchase extended warranty services on an annual basis for a minimum period of ten years from the date of final commissioning.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

1. MANUFACTURERS

A. To establish the standard of quality, design, and function desired, drawings and specifications are based on products by:

Lutron Shading Solutions by VIMCO

11520 Sun Shade Lane

Ashland, Virginia 23005

United States of America

Telephone 1: 1 (800) 446-1503

Telephone 2: 1 (804) 752-3300

Fax: 1 (804) 752-3366

24/7 Technical Support: 1 (800) 523-9466

Website:

B. All proposed alternates (clearly delineated as such) must be submitted in writing for approval by the Design Professional a minimum of 10 days prior to bid date and must be made available to all bidders.

1. Proposed alternatives must be accompanied by a review of the specification noting compliance or noncompliance on a line-by-line basis.

a. If noncompliance requires additional work by other trades, this must be clearly identified.

b. Such additional work includes but is not limited to: equipment, equipment installation, power wiring, low-voltage wiring, labor, materials, programming, documentation and project management fees.

C. Compliant alternate proposals are subject to acceptance by the Design Professional.

D. Non-compliant alternate proposals shall not be considered as an equal to the base bid.

1. Non-compliant alternate proposals may be considered as Voluntary Alternate Deducts to Base Bid only and are subject to acceptance by the Design Professional.

2. If alternate deduct is accepted, specified manufacturer shall be provided adequate time to provide a proposal equivalent to the Voluntary Alternate Deduct.

E. See section 01630 for instructions regarding submittal requirements for alternate or substitute products.

2. MATERIALS

A. ATTENTION SPECIFIER:

LIST PART NUMBERS OF PRODUCTS SPECIFIC TO THIS SPEC

3. AC MOTOR SHADE EQUIPMENT

A. SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

1. Motor allows full open, full close, and infinite stop positions in between.

2. Shade roller will be supplied to site with motor and idler bearings installed.

3. The system will provide a maximum fabric gap of 1.5” per side (1.25” per side is typical).

B. MOTOR DRIVE SYSTEM

1. GENERAL

a. Motor shall operate at 110-127 VAC, 50-60 Hz with a maximum current draw of 1.6A. Rotation speed of motor shall be determined by manufacturer, depending on shade size and torque requirements.

2. POWER SUPPLY

a. Electrical connection to shade motor shall have a 6-foot pigtail containing 4 electrical conductors (Hot, Hot, Neutral, and Ground). Motors shall not be parallel wired (only 1 driver per shade).

i. Quick disconnect plug is available upon request.

3. BRACKETS AND MOUNTING

a. Mounting brackets will accommodate a ceiling-, wall- or end-mount and will be mounted to substrate with 1/4” diameter minimum steel fasteners.

b. Intermediate Brackets or Couplers (available for 2" and 2.5" motorized shades only) allow one motor to lift up to three shade panels dependent upon application and panel size.

c. 5.5” Aluminum Tubes Only: Mounting brackets will support and properly operate weight of 400 pounds.

d. 5.5” Aluminum Tubes Only: The idler end assembly will consist of a steel axle that is supported by steel roller bearings for smooth operation. The axle will be keyed to provide a mating surface for the idler end bracket.

4. SHADE TUBE

a. Manufacturer shall identify appropriate shade tube based on shade size, fabric type, and application requirements.

i. Window Shade Contractor shall coordinate with Base Building Contractor regarding mounting, space requirements, and shade pocket housing details based on tube size required.

b. For 5.5” Aluminum Tube:

a. Entire enclosure shall fit in a 9”x9” Enclosure.

b. Roller tube will have clamp bar that mechanically holds the fabric. Fabric clamp bar will fit within the diameter of the roller tube, so that it does not cause bumps or wrinkles in the fabric.

C. SYSTEM CONTROLS

(ATTENTION SPECIFIER – SELECT CONTROL FOR THE SYSTEM FROM THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, AND 8) AND DELETE THOSE THAT DO NOT APPLY TO THIS SYSTEM)

1. AC MOTOR CONTROLLED THROUGH GRAFIK EYE LIGHTING CONTROL SYSTEM

(ATTENTION SPECIFIER – KEEP PART “A” AND SELECT THE APPROPRIATE CONTROLS FROM PART “B”)

a. DIGITAL GROUP CONTROLLER (Lutron P/N GRX-4M-GC)

i. GENERAL

a. The Group Controller shall provide open, close, and stop operation of up to four AC motorized window treatments.

b. The Group controller shall be UL Listed.

c. The Group Controller shall be directly controlled from the Lighting Control System communication link with no external interfaces. The Group Controller shall provide means to wire directly to the Lighting Control System communication link.

d. The operation of the Group Controller shall be incorporated into the scenes of the Lighting Control System or operated independently. The independent control of each shade zone shall be available at the keypad, at the GRAFIK Eye control unit, or at the group controller.

e. The position of each zone of the Group Controller shall be capable of being set to open, close, or unaffected in each scene, including the “OFF” scene.

f. The Group Controller shall be configurable from an IBM-compatible PC as to which zone on the GRAFIK Eye control unit it is controlled from.

g. The Group Controller shall be capable of receiving either momentary or maintained dry contact closure inputs. This function shall be configurable by a switch.

h. The Group Controller shall be capable of individual channel control and/or master control from the contact closure inputs.

i. Stopping the motor shall be accomplished either by providing a dry contact closure to the “Stop” terminal or by applying contact closures to the “Open” and “Close” terminals simultaneously.

j. The Group Controller shall provide means for reversing motor direction for a given input in the event of a miswire without removing power from the unit. The motor direction shall be configurable by a switch.

k. The Group Controller shall provide LED indication as to the last state of the window treatment.

ii. MECHANICAL

a. The Group Controller shall be housed in a metal enclosure capable of being surface-mounted in any orientation.

b. The enclosure shall have separate, isolated wiring compartments for line-voltage wiring and Class 2 wiring.

c. The Group Controller shall provide individual terminals for each wiring connection of the mains inputs, neutrals, and the motors.

d. The Group Controller shall provide a grounding bar to land each ground of mains input and each motor.

e. The Group Controller shall provide keyed mounting features so that mounting screws do not need to be removed.

iii. ELECTRICAL

a. The Group Controller shall operate between 110 and 127 VAC or between 220 and 240 VAC, 50 Hz or 60 Hz for international applications. Voltages are referenced to Neutral.

b. Each channel on the Group Controller shall be rated for 5 amperes, ¼ hp motor load at 120 VAC with a lifetime greater than or equal to 10,000 cycles.

c. Each channel on the Group Controller shall be rated for 5 amperes, 1/2 hp motor load at 240 VAC with a lifetime greater than or equal to 10,000 cycles.

d. The Group Controller shall be capable of providing power for up to three accessory controls or GRX-4000 preset control units.

e. The Group Controller shall contain non-volatile memory that prevents system programming to be lost in the event of power failure.

f. The Group Controller shall meet IEC 801-2, tested to withstand 15kV electrostatic discharge without damage or loss of memory.

g. The Group Controller shall meet ANSI/IEEE Std. C62.41-1980, tested to withstand voltage surges of up to 6000V and current surges of up to 200A without damage or loss of memory.

iv. MANUAL OVERRIDE

a. The Group Controller shall provide local override buttons that activate the window treatments for wiring verification.

b. Each channel on the Group Controller shall occupy no more than one zone on the preset control unit. A single zone on the preset control unit shall be capable of controlling any or all AC window treatment zones in the system.

c. The Group Controller shall also be capable of being controlled via dry contact closure inputs simultaneously with the Lighting Control System.

b. SEETOUCH STYLE CONTROLS

i. General:

a. Control shall be capable of controlling Lutron Sivoia QED shades or Motorized AC shades.

b. Control shall be capable of simultaneously controlling one or more shades, up to the maximum number of shades in the system without affecting the lights.

c. Keypads shall be engraved with standard descriptions unless otherwise specified in advance of project bid.

i. Custom engraving, if specified for project, shall be furnished to the manufacturer prior to fabrication. Size and style of engraving type shall be determined by the Design Professional.

ii. Any engraved artwork specified for controls, such as borders and logos, shall be applied in a method designed to resist removal by scratching, cleaning, etc.

ii. Controls Shall Be of Type:

(ATTENTION SPECIFIER – INCLUDE FOLLOWING OPTIONS DEPENDING UPON PROJECT CONTROL REQUIREMENTS)

a. Two-Button Shade Control Wallstation (Lutron P/N SG-2W or SO-2W)

i. Wallstation will provide buttons for selecting the following for one group of shades: full-open and full-close.

b. Three-Button Shade Control Wallstation (Lutron P/N SG-3W or SO-3W)

i. Wallstation will provide buttons for selecting the following for one group of shades: full-open, full-close, and stop.

c. Three-Button with Raise/Lower Shade Control Wallstation (Lutron P/N SG-3WRL or SO-3WRL)

i. Wallstation will provide buttons for selecting the following for one group of shades: full-open, full-close, stop, and raise/lower.

d. Dual Three-Button Shade Control Wallstation (Lutron P/N SG-3WD or SO-3WD)

i. Wallstation will provide control for two separate groups of shades.

ii. Wallstation shall take one system address and wire as one keypad.

iii. Wallstation will provide buttons for selecting the following for each of the shade groups: full-open, full-close, and stop.

2. OPERATION THROUGH HOMEWORKS LIGHTING CONTROL SYSTEM

a. Controls shall be of type Lutron seeTouch-Style Shade Control Keypads

b. Wallplate shall attach using no visible means of attachment.

c. Keypads shall be engraved with standard descriptions unless otherwise specified in advance of project bid.

i. Custom engraving, if specified for project, shall be furnished to the manufacturer prior to fabrication. Size and style of engraving type shall be determined by the Design Professional.

ii. Any engraved artwork specified for controls, such as borders and logos, shall be applied in a method designed to resist removal by scratching, cleaning, etc.

d. Manufacturer shall ensure the following items regarding product color:

i. Product color matches NEMA standard WD1, Section 2, and the maximum color deviation from this standard shall not exceed Δ E=1, CIE L*a*b color space units. For non-NEMA colors, color match coordination shall be provided on request.

ii. Color variation of any control in the same product family shall not exceed Δ E=1, CIE L*a*b color units.

iii. Visible parts shall exhibit ultraviolet color stability when tested with multiple actinic light sources as defined in ASTM D4674-89. Manufacturer to submit proof of testing upon request.

e. Keypad(s) shall mount in standard U.S. backboxes in either single-gang or multi-gang installations. Keypads shall be available in “Insert” and “No Insert” models. Manufacturer to supply appropriate wallplate based on ganging options and insert options specified.

f. Keypad(s) shall provide an immediate local LED response upon button activation to indicate that a system command has been sent from keypad. LED will remain lit contingent upon receiving system confirmation of the successful completion of the command.

g. Keypad(s) functions shall be configured through the lighting control system.

h. Keypad(s) shall have removable button assemblies that can be replaced in the field to change colors, button configurations, and engraving.

i. Keypad(s) shall have a backlighting option.

j. Lighting Control System to Shade Interface shall also have the following capabilities:

i. Control shall be capable of simultaneously controlling one or more electronic shades, up to the maximum number of shades in the system, without affecting the lighting control system.

ii. Control will provide a button for selecting Fully Open, a button for selecting Fully Closed, and a button for selecting stop. Pressing any button while the shades are moving will stop the movement of the shades.

3. OPERATION THROUGH RADIO TOUCH LIGHTING CONTROL SYSTEM

a. Controls shall be of type RadioTouch-Style Tabletop Transmitters

b. Control shall be able to transmit shade control commands to Electronic Drive Unit when located up to 35 feet from a RadioTouch system repeater via radio frequency signal.

c. Control shall be labeled with appropriate descriptions via labels supplied with product.

d. Control(s) functions shall be configured through the lighting control system.

e. Lighting Control System to Shade interface shall also have the following capabilities:

i. Control shall be capable of simultaneously controlling one or more shades, up to the maximum number of shades in the system without affecting the lighting control system.

ii. Transmitter will provide buttons for selecting the following for one group of shades: Fully Open, Fully Closed, Stop.

4. OPERATION THROUGH RADIORA LIGHTING CONTROL SYSTEM

a. Controls shall be of type RadioRA-Style Shade Controls

b. Control shall be able to transmit shade control commands to group controller when located up to 35 feet from a RadioRA system repeater via radio frequency signal.

c. Controls shall be labeled with appropriate zone and/or scene descriptions via labels supplied with product.

d. Control(s) shall provide an immediate local LED response upon button activation to indicate that a system command has been sent from Control. LED will remain lit contingent upon receiving system confirmation of the successful completion of the command.

e. Control(s) functions shall be configured through the lighting control system.

f. Lighting Control System to Shade interface shall also have the following capabilities:

i. Control shall be capable of simultaneously controlling one or more electronic shade, up to the maximum number of shades in the system without affecting the lighting control system.

ii. Wallstation will provide buttons for selecting the following for one group of shades: Fully Open, Fully Closed, and Stop.

5. ANALOG GROUP CONTROLLER WITH LOW-VOLTAGE KEYPADS

(ATTENTION SPECIFIER – KEEP SECTION “A” AND SELECT APPROPRIATE CONTROLS FOR THE SYSTEM FROM THE REMAINING OPTIONS (B,C,D,E,F, AND G) AND DELETE THOSE THAT DO NOT APPLY TO THIS SYSTEM)

a. GROUP CONTROLLER (Lutron P/N WC-4M-GC or WC-2M-GC)

i. GENERAL

a. The Group Controller shall provide open, close, and stop operation of either two OR four 120V-60Hz AC motorized window treatments.

b. The Group Controller shall be capable of being controlled via dry contact closure inputs.

c. The Group Controller shall be capable of receiving either momentary or maintained dry contact closure inputs. This function shall be configurable by a switch.

d. The Group Controller shall be capable of individual zone control OR subgroup control AND/OR master control from the contact closure inputs.

e. Stopping the motor shall be accomplished either by providing a dry contact closure to the “Stop” terminal or by applying contact closures to the “Open” and “Close” terminals simultaneously.

f. The Group Controller shall provide means for reversing motor direction for a given input in the event of a miswire without removing power from the unit. The motor direction shall be configurable by a switch.

g. The Group Controller shall provide local override buttons that activate the window treatments for wiring verification.

h. The Group Controller shall provide LED indication as to the last state of the window treatment.

ii. MECHANICAL

a. The Group Controller shall be housed in a metal enclosure capable of being surface-mounted in any orientation.

b. The enclosure shall have separate, isolated wiring compartments for line-voltage wiring and Class 2 wiring.

c. The Group Controller shall provide individual terminals for each neutral for mains input and each motor.

d. The Group Controller shall provide a grounding bar to land each ground of mains input and each motor.

e. The Group Controller shall provide keyed mounting features so that mounting screws do not need to be removed.

iii. ELECTRICAL

a. The Group Controller shall operate between 110 and 127 VAC or between 220 and 240 VAC, 50 Hz or 60 Hz. Voltages are referenced to Neutral.

b. Each channel on the Group Controller shall be rated for 5 amperes, ¼ hp motor load at 120 VAC, 60Hz with a lifetime greater than or equal to 10,000 cycles.

c. The Group Controller shall contain non-volatile memory that prevents system programming to be lost in the event of power failure.

d. The Group Controller shall meet IEC 801-2, tested to withstand 15kV electrostatic discharge without damage or loss of memory.

e. The Group Controller shall meet ANSI/IEEE Std. C62.41-1980, tested to withstand voltage surges of up to 6000V and current surges of up to 200A without damage or loss of memory.

b. SEETOUCH ANALOG CONTROLS

i. Switches are rated at 200 ma at 30 VDC.

ii. Switches are momentary, normally open.

iii. Controls shall be configurable through DIP-switch settings to work specifically with Somfy IGC motor controllers or equivalent through dioded output.

iv. Wallplate shall attach using no visible means of attachment.

v. Keypads shall be engraved with standard descriptions unless otherwise specified in advance of project bid.

a. Custom engraving, if specified for project, shall be furnished to the manufacturer prior to fabrication. Size and style of engraving type shall be determined by the Design Professional.

b. Any engraved artwork specified for controls, such as borders and logos, shall be applied in a method designed to resist removal by scratching, cleaning, etc.

vi. Manufacturer shall ensure the following items regarding product color:

a. Product color matches NEMA standard WD1, Section 2, and the maximum color deviation from this standard shall not exceed Δ E=1, CIE L*a*b color space units. For non-NEMA colors, color match coordination shall be provided on request.

b. Color variation of any control in the same product family shall not exceed Δ E=1, CIE L*a*b color units.

c. Visible parts shall exhibit ultraviolet color stability when tested with multiple actinic light sources as defined in ASTM D4674-89. Manufacturer to submit proof of testing upon request.

vii. Control(s) shall mount in standard U.S. backboxes in either single-gang or multi-gang installations. Controls shall be available in “Insert” and “No Insert” models. Manufacturer to supply appropriate wallplate based on ganging options and insert options specified.

viii. Control(s) shall have removable button assemblies that can be replaced in the field to change colors, button configurations, and engraving.

ix. Control(s) shall have a backlighting option.

c. WCK ANALOG CONTROLS

i. Switches are rated at 200 ma at 30 VDC.

ii. Switches are momentary, normally open.

iii. Controls shall be available to operate with Somfy IGC motor controllers or equivalent through dioded output.

iv. Wallplate shall attach using no visible means of attachment.

v. Keypads shall be engraved with standard descriptions unless otherwise specified in advance of project bid.

a. Custom engraving, if specified for project, shall be furnished to the manufacturer prior to fabrication. Size and style of engraving type shall be determined by the Design Professional.

b. Any engraved artwork specified for controls, such as borders and logos, shall be applied in a method designed to resist removal by scratching, cleaning, etc.

vi. Manufacturer shall ensure the following items regarding product color:

a. Product color matches NEMA standard WD1, Section 2, and the maximum color deviation from this standard shall not exceed Δ E=1, CIE L*a*b color space units. For non-NEMA colors, color match coordination shall be provided on request.

b. Color variation of any control in the same product family shall not exceed Δ E=1, CIE L*a*b color units.

c. Visible parts shall exhibit ultraviolet color stability when tested with multiple actinic light sources as defined in ASTM D4674-89. Manufacturer to submit proof of testing upon request.

vii. Control(s) shall mount in standard U.S. backboxes in either single-gang or multi-gang installations. Wallstations shall be available in “Insert” and “No Insert” models. Manufacturer to supply appropriate wallplate based on ganging options and insert options specified.

d. ARCHITRAVE ANALOG CONTROLS

i. Switches are rated at 200 ma at 30 VDC.

ii. Switches are momentary, normally open.

iii. Controls shall be available to operate with Somfy IGC motor controllers or equivalent through dioded output.

iv. Wallplate shall attach using no visible means of attachment.

v. Keypads shall be engraved with standard descriptions unless otherwise specified in advance of project bid.

a. Custom engraving, if specified for project, shall be furnished to the manufacturer prior to fabrication. Size and style of engraving type shall be determined by the Design Professional.

b. Any engraved artwork specified for controls, such as borders and logos, shall be applied in a method designed to resist removal by scratching, cleaning, etc.

vi. Manufacturer shall ensure the following items regarding product color:

a. Product color matches NEMA standard WD1, Section 2, and the maximum color deviation from this standard shall not exceed Δ E=1, CIE L*a*b color space units. For non-NEMA colors, color match coordination shall be provided on request.

b. Color variation of any control in the same product family shall not exceed Δ E=1, CIE L*a*b color units.

c. Visible parts shall exhibit ultraviolet color stability when tested with multiple actinic light sources as defined in ASTM D4674-89. Manufacturer to submit proof of testing upon request.

e. KP ANALOG CONTROLS

i. Switches are rated at 50 ma at 12 VDC.

ii. Switches are momentary and available in the normally open or normally closed configuration.

iii. Wallplate shall attach using no visible means of attachment.

iv. Keypads shall be engraved with standard descriptions unless otherwise specified in advance of project bid.

a. Custom engraving, if specified for project, shall be furnished to the manufacturer prior to fabrication. Size and style of engraving type shall be determined by the Design Professional.

b. Any engraved artwork specified for controls, such as borders and logos, shall be applied in a method designed to resist removal by scratching, cleaning, etc.

v. Manufacturer shall ensure the following items regarding product color:

a. Product color matches NEMA standard WD1, Section 2, and the maximum color deviation from this standard shall not exceed Δ E=1, CIE L*a*b color space units. For non-NEMA colors, color match coordination shall be provided on request.

b. Color variation of any control in the same product family shall not exceed Δ E=1, CIE L*a*b color units.

c. Visible parts shall exhibit ultraviolet color stability when tested with multiple actinic light sources as defined in ASTM D4674-89. Manufacturer to submit proof of testing upon request.

vi. Control(s) shall mount individually in standard single-gang U.S. wallboxes.

f. LB ANALOG CONTROLS

i. Switches are rated at 50 ma at 12 VDC.

ii. Switches are momentary and available in the normally open or normally closed configuration.

iii. Wallplate shall attach using no visible means of attachment.

iv. Keypads shall be engraved with standard descriptions unless otherwise specified in advance of project bid.

a. Custom engraving, if specified for project, shall be furnished to the manufacturer prior to fabrication. Size and style of engraving type shall be determined by the Design Professional.

b. Any engraved artwork specified for controls, such as borders and logos, shall be applied in a method designed to resist removal by scratching, cleaning, etc.

v. Manufacturer shall ensure the following items regarding product color:

a. Product color matches NEMA standard WD1, Section 2, and the maximum color deviation from this standard shall not exceed Δ E=1, CIE L*a*b color space units. For non-NEMA colors, color match coordination shall be provided on request.

b. Color variation of any control in the same product family shall not exceed Δ E=1, CIE L*a*b color units.

c. Visible parts shall exhibit ultraviolet color stability when tested with multiple actinic light sources as defined in ASTM D4674-89. Manufacturer to submit proof of testing upon request.

vi. Control(s) shall mount individually in standard single-gang U.S. wallboxes.

g. AUTOMATED DAYLIGHT SENSORS

i. Control shall automatically move shade to open or closed position depending upon a threshold level of sunlight entering into sensor.

ii. Sensor shall have a switch to reverse operation for winter or summer settings.

h. BUILDING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM CONTROL

i. Shade controller will be capable of interfacing with building management system via low-voltage contacts.

6. LINE-VOLTAGE SWITCH

a. PERFORMANCE

i. Line-voltage switch controls one or two AC motors (Single-pole or Double-pole option).

ii. For momentary switches (Lutron Model Numbers SPMO and DPMO), the shade will raise while the switch is depressed in the up position and lower when the switch is depressed in the down position. When the switch is released, it will return to center and stop movement of the shade.

iii. For maintained switches (Lutron Model Numbers SPMA or DPMA), the shade will raise to full open when the switch is moved to the up position and lower to the closed limit when the switch is moved to the down position. If the switch is moved to the center position, the shade movement will stop.

b. AESTHETIC

i. Controls shall fit a 1-inch wide, 1.5-inch tall wallplate opening with a vertical linear-slide. Controls shall be thin profile with no exposed heatsink/yoke.

ii. Controls shall be available in over 40 metal, matte, and gloss finishes including satin color options.

iii. Slider shall be captured behind wallplate.

iv. Controls shall be able to have their visible plastic parts replaced, for color changes in the field, without removing the body of the control from the wall and without requiring special tools.

v. To ensure a precise color match between all plastic parts, color variation of any control and wallplate shall not exceed a delta E of 1, CIE L*a*b* color units, as defined in ASTM E 308-99.

vi. Visible parts of control and wallplate shall exhibit ultraviolet stability when tested with multiple actinic light sources as defined in ASTM D4674-89.

vii. Wallplates shall be manufactured from durable polycarbonate plastic with appropriate finish, and shall attach to the basic components without using exposed hardware or screws.

viii. Control, accessory, and wallplate profiles shall not exceed .30 inches from wall surface to wallplate front surface.

c. ACCESSORIES

i. Manufacturer must offer matching accessories including: Electrical Switches, Electrical Receptacles, Phone Jacks, Cable Jacks, Network Receptacles, and multigang wallplates.

7. KEY SWITCH (Lutron P/N 6120199)

a. Shall only operate only when key is maintained in the switch.

b. The shade will raise while the key is turned to the up position and lower when the key is turned to the down position. When the key is released, it will return to center and stop movement of the shade.

c. Shall operate up to two shades in a SPDT output.

D. FABRICS

(ATTENTION SPECIFIER – SELECT APPROPRIATE FABRIC OPTIONS SPECIFIC TO PROJECT NEEDS INCLUDING PRINTING, CUSTOM FABRIC, AND FABRIC MATERIAL OPTIONS)

1. GENERAL

a. Where applicable, shade fabric will be ultrasonically cut and friction sealed to minimize fraying.

b. Woven yarn fabrics will be interlocking and heat-treated so that all material is securely bonded.

c. All material options to be offered in a variety of colors.

2. CUSTOM PRINTING

(ATTENTION SPECIFIER – INCLUDE THIS SECTION ONLY IF YOU ARE REQESTING PRINTING OPTIONS FOR YOUR FABRICS)

a. Printed fabrics shall be digitally formatted from a variety of artwork or via customer-provided artwork in a digital form (tiff format required)

b. Customer-provided designs, images, and artwork (including corporate logos) shall be printed on white light-filtering fiberglass basketweave, translucent 1%, or premier blackout fabrics.

i. Customer is obligated to obtain duplication rights to designs required for printing

3. SPECIALTY DESIGNS AND PATTERNS

(ATTENTION SPECIFIER – INCLUDE THE APPROPRIATE OPTIONS FROM BELOW IF YOU ARE REQUESTING SPECIALITY PRINTING. OTHERWISE, DELETE THIS SECTION)

a. Shade fabric shall be printed with Frank Lloyd Wright prints on white light-filtering fiberglass basketweave, translucent 1%, or premier blackout fabrics.

b. Shade fabric shall be printed with Ancient Celtic designs on white light-filtering fiberglass basketweave, translucent 1%, or premier blackout fabrics.

c. Shade fabric shall be printed with Toile designs on white light-filtering fiberglass basketweave, translucent 1%, or premier blackout fabrics.

d. Shade fabric shall be printed with Abstract Expressionism designs on white light-filtering fiberglass basketweave, translucent 1%, or premier blackout fabrics.

4. MATERIAL

(ATTENTION SPECIFIER – SELECT THE APPROPRIATE MATERIAL FOR YOUR APPLICATION AND DELETE THE REMAINDER OF THE TEXT)

a. LIGHT-FILTERING FABRICS

i. Vinyl Coated Basketweave Polyester Fabric 1

a. Openness Factor – 1% (UV Blockage of 99%)

b. Fabric Composition – 24% polyester, 76% PVC on polyester

ii. Vinyl Coated Basketweave Polyester Fabric 2

a. Openness Factor Options – 3% (UV Blockage of 97%), 5% (UV Blockage of 95%), and 10% (UV Blockage of 90%)

b. Fabric Composition – 25% polyester, 75% PVC on polyester

iii. Diamond-Blended Weave Fabric

a. Openness Factor – 8% (UV Blockage of 92%)

b. Fabric Composition – 85% vinyl coated fiberglass, 15% polyester

iv. Waffle-Blended Weave Fabric

a. Openness Factor – 18% (UV Blockage of 82%)

b. Fabric Composition – 85% vinyl coated fiberglass, 15% polyester

v. Fiberglass Basketweave Fabric 1 X 2 Weave

a. Openness Factor Options – 3% (UV Blockage of 97%) and 5% (UV Blockage of 95%)

b. Fabric composition – 36% fiberglass, 64% PVC

vi. Fiberglass Basketweave Fabric 2 X 2 Weave

a. Openness Factor Options – 3% (UV Blockage of 97%), 5% (UV Blockage of 95%), and 10% (UV Blockage of 90%)

b. Fabric Composition – 35% fiberglass, 65% PVC

vii. Dual-Side Fiberglass Basketweave Fabric

a. Openness Factor Options – 3% (UV Blockage of 97%), 5% (UV Blockage of 95%), and 10% (UV Blockage of 90%)

b. Fabric composition – 36% fiberglass, 64% PVC

c. Fabric shall be manufactured with a reflective exterior surface for thermal protection and a material interior surface for aesthetic color matching.

b. TOTAL BLACKOUT FABRICS

i. Premiere Blackout Fabric

a. Openness Factor – 0% (UV Blockage of 100%)

b. Fabric Composition – 42% fiberglass, 58% acrylic flocked backing

ii. Standard Blackout Fabric

a. Openness Factor – 0% (UV Blockage of 100%)

b. Fabric Composition – Laminated fiberglass / PVC 4-Ply

c. TRANSLUCENT FABRICS

i. Translucent

a. Openness Factor – 1% (UV Blockage of 99%)

b. Fabric Composition – fiberglass composition and a fireproof acrylic coating

ii. Translucent 1%

a. Openness Factor – 1% (UV Blockage of 99%)

b. Fabric Composition – 72% fiberglass, 28% acrylic flocked backing

d. ROOM DARKENING FABRICS

i. PVC-Free Room Darkening

a. Openness Factor – less than 1% (UV Blockage of approximately 99%)

b. Fabric Composition – 100% glass yarn PVC-free & halogen-free coating

ii. Standard Room Darkening

a. Openness Factor – less than 1% (UV Blockage of approximately 99%)

b. Fabric Composition – 100% Cotton, Coated with Fire Retardants

E. TRIM

1. GENERAL

a. Upon complete installation, there shall be no fasteners visible along the trim.

2. TOP TREATMENTS

(ATTENTION SPECIFIER – SELECT THE APPROPRIATE OPTION FOR YOUR APPLICATION (A, B, C, OR D) AND DELETE THE REMAINDER OF THE TEXT)

a. Top/Back Cover only

i. Top/Back Cover dimensions shall be 4”x4” and made of .075" extruded aluminum with baked enamel finish, that conceals mounting brackets, top side, and backsides of the roller shade. Top/Back Cover has a channel, which allows the fascia interlock.

b. Fascia Panel Only

i. Fascia Panel dimensions shall be 4”x4” and made of .075" extruded aluminum with a baked enamel finish. Fascia interlocks with top/back cover where applicable.

c. Top/Back Cover and Fascia Panel

i. Top/Back Cover dimensions shall be 4”x4” and made of .075" extruded aluminum with baked enamel finish, that conceals mounting brackets, top, back, and sides of the roller shade.

a. Top/Back cover has a channel, which allows the fascia interlock.

ii. Fascia Panel dimensions shall be 4”x4” and made of .075" extruded aluminum with a baked enamel finish.

a. Fascia Panel interlocks with top/back cover where applicable.

d. Standard Shade Pocket only

i. Standard Shade Pocket dimensions shall be 5"x4.75" and made of .100” extruded aluminum U-shaped enclosure with a 3" wide .061” aluminum access flap.

3. SIDE TREATMENTS

a. Side Channels shall be one piece, each 2.5" deep by 1.0” wide, and .060” extruded aluminum with “T” slots to receive wool-pile light seal on both leading edges.

4. BOTTOM TREATMENTS

a. Hem Bar

(ATTENTION SPECIFIER – SELECT THE APPROPRIATE OPTION FOR YOUR APPLICATION (I or II) AND DELETE THE OTHER OPTION)

i. Standard Hem Bar shall be a 1" wide by .1875" thick extruded aluminum bar enclosed in a thermally-sealed pocket across the bottom of the shading fabric.

ii. Exposed Hem Bar shall be a 1.375" high by .375" wide aluminum extrusion containing a spline groove at the top to receive and secure the fabric and a "T" slot at the bottom for wool-pile light seal if desired. Black end caps will be furnished.

b. Where applicable, shade material will be ultrasonically-welded for reinforced strength around sealed hem bar.

c. Sill Angle shall be 1" by 1.5", .062" extruded aluminum angle. Angle shall be installed to aid light seal along window sill if needed.

4. FABRICATION

A. Critical shade measurements shall be accurate to within ±1/16” of specified measurements.

5. FINISHES

A. METAL FINISHES

1. Colors and Finishes: Except for shade pockets, all aluminum extrusions shall be available in standard colors of dark bronze, clear anodized, black, or white baked enamel. Custom colors shall also be available upon request.

2. Aluminum extrusions are of 6063T5 alloy available in dark bronze, clear anodized, black, or white enameled Polycron III or equivalent Duracron finish (except 2.05G). Custom colors shall also be available upon request.

6. SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL

A. Shade Fabric panels shall be 100% visually inspected for defects using a light box integrated into the manufacturing line.

B. 100% visual inspections shall be performed on each shade seam and hem bar welds and compared to strict aesthetic standards.

C. Shade seam weld strength process shall be tested on a daily basis to ensure controlled consistency of weld quality.

D. Shade panels shall be 100% checked for square (±1/16”)

E. Shade panels shall be 100% visually inspected to ensure there are no frayed edges or defects in the cut.

F. Finished products shall be 100% End of Line tested to ensure quality and performance of finished product.

G. All lineals shall be 100% visually inspected and measure checked after the cutting operation.

H. 100% outgoing audits shall be performed to ensure:

1. All shade hardware kits contain correct content.

2. Each shade is manufactured with correct components.

3. The system is packaged properly.

PART 3 EXECUTION

1. EXAMINATION

A. Refuse delivery of any damaged packaging.

B. Ensure all parts match specified bill of materials and purchase order.

2. INSTALLATION

A. Install shades in windows level and plumb to provide smooth operation.

B. Install in accordance with manufacturer’s product data and approved shop drawings.

C. Field measurement and installation shall be performed by a Factory-Trained technician.

3. FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. SITE TESTS / INSPECTION

1. Examine substrate and conditions for installation. Do not commence installation until conditions are satisfactory. Commencement of installation indicates acceptance of site conditions by Contractor. Notify the Design Professional upon inspection when the project conditions are unacceptable for shade installation. "Beginning of installation" means acceptance of substrate and project conditions.

B. MANUFACTURERS’ TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES

1. Manufacturer shall maintain a 24-hour, 7 days a week technical support center.

2. Manufacturer’s website shall contain product data sheets, installation, programming, and maintenance instructions.

4. ADJUSTING

A. Adjust fabric on tube using shims to prevent telescoping of fabric over time.

5. CLEANING

A. Touch up damaged finishes and repair minor damage in order to eliminate evidence of repair. Remove and replace work that cannot be satisfactorily repaired.

B. Clean exposed surfaces, including metal and shade fabric, using non-abrasive materials and methods recommended by the Shade Fabric Manufacturer. Remove and replace work that cannot be satisfactorily cleaned.

6. DEMONSTRATION

A. Demonstrate operation method and instruct Owner's personnel in the proper operation and maintenance of the window shade systems.

7. SCHEDULES

A. SPECIFIER ADD COMMENTS HERE IF DESIRED

END OF SECTION

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