Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope RW-5000 StormMax - Manual (Page 3)

1 February 2012
S t o r m M a x R W - 5 0 0 0 TM I N S T A L L A T I O N M A N U A L
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GENERAL INFORMATION
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope RW-5000 (2-1/2" x 5") impact resistant storefront system represents the
latest in product development technology. This system was especially designed to meet the stringent
requirements of Miami-Dade County and Florida Building Codes as well as the International Building
Code for glass and glazing systems. RW-5000 successfully passed a series of large missile impact and
cyclic wind test with a variety of impact-resistant glass.
BUILDING CODES:
Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope does not control the application nor selection of its product configurations,
sealant or glazing materials and assumes no responsibility thereof. It is the responsibility of the owner,
architect, and installer to make these selections in strict compliance with applicable laws and building
codes.
STRUCTURAL SEALANTS:
Dow Corning 995 or Tremco Spectrum 2 structural sealants were used on the RW-5000 test specimen
for glass to metal adhesion approved by Miami-Dade County. To comply with Miami-Dade County and
Florida Building Code Protocols, Dow Corning 995 or Tremco Spectrum 2 sealant must be used for glass
to metal adhesion with RW-5000.
PERIMETER SEALANTS:
Due to varying job conditions, all perimeter sealants used should be approved by the sealant
manufacturer to ensure the sealant will function for the conditions shown on these instructions and shop
drawings. Sealants must be compatible with all surfaces in which adhesion is required, including other
sealants surfaces. Use primers where directed by sealant manufacturer. Be sure to properly store
sealants at recommended temperature and check container for remainder of shelf life before using. Dow
795 or Vulkem 921 polyurethane sealant was the perimeter sealant used on the RW-5000 test specimen
approved by Miami-Dade County.
MATERIAL HANDLING:
SHOP
1. Cardboard wrapped or paper interleaved material must be kept dry.
2. Check arriving materials for quantity and keep record of where various materials are stored.
JOB SITE
1. Material at job site must be stored in a safe place well removed from possible damage by other
trades.
2. Cardboard wrapped or paper interleaved materials must be kept dry.
3. Keep record of where various materials are stored.
4. Protect materials after erection. Cement, plaster, and other alkaline solutions are very harmful to
the finish.