SECTION 10240 RETRACTABLE SCREEN SYSTEMS ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Mirage -Retractable Screens; Mirage Retractable Screen System and Mirage Motorized Screen Systems products. This section is based on the products of Mirage -Retractable Screens, which is located at: 9747-199A St. Langley, BC, Canada V1M 2X7 Tel: 604-888-7655 Fax: 604-888-1718 Email: info@alcoventures.com Web: www.miragescreensystems.com Alco Ventures Inc. is a specialty aluminum building products manufacturer with operations in Langley, British Columbia, Kent, Washington, Cambridge, Ontario, and Bakersfield, California. Alco manufactures world-class, low maintenance, home improvement products. Alco's growing product line includes a variety of retractable window and door screen products and architectural railing systems including aluminum fencing and windscreen systems. Alco constantly strives to improve their products through, innovation, technology and strict adherence to the Q-Base Quality Management System. Alco has been in business for over 25 years and proactively market and promote their products through dealership networks throughout Canada, the United States and Mexico. This specification includes Mirage Retractable Screen Systems and Mirage Motorized Screen Systems. Mirage retractable screen systems make conventional fixed door and window screens a thing of the past. The unique design allows the screens to retract and be virtually out of sight when not in use. The extended screen is kept in place by a magnetic latch and easily retracts with the aid of a spring. Mirage Retractable Screen Systems allow you to let cool breezes in and keep flying insects and bugs out. PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 SECTION INCLUDES ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete items below not required for project. A. Manual Retractable Door Screens. B. Manual Retractable Window Screens. C. Motorized Retractable Screen Systems. 1.2 RELATED SECTIONS ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required. A. Section 05100 - Structural Metal Framing. B. Section 06100 - Rough Carpentry. C. Section 07900 - Joint Sealers. D. Section 09900 - Paints and Coatings. E. Section 16050 - Basic Electrical Materials and Methods. 1.3 REFERENCES ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete references from the list below that are not actually required by the text of the edited section. A. AAMA 2604 - Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements and Test Procedures for Pigmented Organic Coatings on Aluminum Extrusions and Panels. 1.4 SUBMITTALS A. Submit under provisions of Section 01300. B. Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including: 1. Preparation instructions and recommendations. 2. Storage and handling requirements and recommendations. 3. Installation methods. C. Shop Drawings: Show dimensions, layout, profiles and product components; details of anchoring and fastening; sealants and weatherstripping; and recorded field measurements. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete selection samples if colors have already been selected. D. Selection Samples: For each finish product specified, two complete sets of color chips representing manufacturer's full range of available colors and patterns. E. Verification Samples: For each finish product and screen type specified, two samples, minimum size 6 inches (150 mm) square, representing actual product, color, and patterns. F. Manufacturers warranties. 1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Manufacturer Qualifications: Minimum ten years experience producing aluminum retractable screen products of the type specified. B. Installer Qualifications: Experienced in performing work of this section that has specialized in installation of work similar to that required for this project. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include a mock-up if the project size and/or quality warrant taking such a precaution. The following is one example of how a mock-up on a large project might be specified. When deciding on the extent of the mock-up, consider all the major different types of work on the project. C. Mock-Up: Provide a mock-up for evaluation of preparation techniques and installation workmanship. 1. Finish mock-up installation areas designated by Architect. 2. Do not proceed with remaining work until workmanship, color, and operation are approved by Architect. 3. Rework mock-up as required to produce acceptable work. 1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING A. Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation. B. Protect materials from exposure to moisture. Do not deliver until after painting and wet work is complete and dry. C. Protect factory finishes from damage, precipitation and construction materials until ready for installation. 1.7 WARRANTY A. Warrantee. Provide a limited lifetime material and workmanship warranty to the original purchaser, under expected normal use. Warranty does not cover claims originated from faulty installations, hail, flood, fire, harmful chemicals and fumes, misuse, abuse, fading, chalking, oxidization, erosion of paint, acts of God, or causes beyond control of the manufacturer. Screen mesh specifically excluded. See manufacturers warranty for complete details. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following paragraph is for motorized screens only. Delete if not required. B. Warrantee. Provide a limited 5 year warrantee for the electrical motors, commencing from the date of satisfactory installation for the original purchaser, against failure under expected normal use. Warranty is void if the electrical motor is exposed to water, acts of God, or abnormal conditions. 1.8 COORDINATION A. Coordinate Work with other operations and installation of adjacent finish materials to avoid damage to installed materials. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.1 MANUFACTURERS A. Acceptable Manufacturer: Mirage -Retractable Screens, which is located at: 9747-199A St. ; Langley, BC, Canada V1M 2X7; Tel: 604-888-7655; Fax: 604-888-1718; Email: info@alcoventures.com; Web: www.miragescreensystems.com ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs; coordinate with requirements of Division 1 section on product options and substitutions. B. Substitutions: Not permitted. C. Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01600. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Mirage Retractable Screen Systems can be made to fit almost any door or screened opening application including in-swing, or out-swing doors, patio doors, entrance doors, and French/Double Doors. Edit the following paragraphs and select options, size and color as required for the project. 2.2 MANUAL RETRACTABLE SCREEN SYSTEMS A. Retractable Doors Screens: Mirage Retractable Screen Systems. 1. Construction: a. Housing, pull bar and track, extruded aluminum. 6063-T5 alloy. b. All stainless steel fasteners painted to match exterior finish. c. Plastic components UV and impact resistant materials. d. Plastic used in guides to be self lubricating. 2. Standard Features: a. Adjustable Spring Tension. b. Super Magnet Latch: Corrosion Resistant Super Magnet latch system. c. Track Depth: 1/2 inch (12,5 mm). d. Track Height: Maximum height 1 inch (25.5 mm). e. Easy Grip sliding latches. 3. Door Screens: ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select the mesh type required from the following paragraphs and delete those paragraphs not required. a. 18/14 Charcoal Fiberglass Mesh. b. 18/14 Grey Fiberglass Mesh. c. Super Screen (Polyester) Mesh: 4. Optional Features: ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following paragraphs are optional. Select the options required from the following paragraphs and delete those paragraphs not required. a. Speed Reducer: Slows the speed at which the screen can retract and significantly reduces screen recoil. b. Thermal Reinforcement: Thermal reinforced screen edges for added tear protection. c. Bumper Stripping: Reduces screen recoil and protects small fingers from being accidentally pinched. d. Loop Lock to lock single or double doors. e. Slide Bolt: Provided to hold inactive side of a double screen door in place. f. Door Restrictor: Hold open device for normal door in screened opening. g. Decorative decal as selected by the Architect for mesh visibility. 5. Size: ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Mirage door screens are available in heights from 75 to 110 inches and widths 18 to 55 inches, however Super Screen Mesh types are in heights of 75 to 96 inches and in widths 18 to 40 inches. Verify size requirements with manufacturer. Indicate the size required in the following paragraphs and delete those paragraphs not required. If multiple sizes are required, indicate the sizes required on the Drawings. a. Heights as indicated on the Drawings. b. Widths as indicated on the Drawings. c. Height ____ inches. d. Width ____ inches. 6. Finish: a. Powder Coat: Complying with to AAMA 2604 weathering specifications. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Mirage is available in standard colors, We also offer additional special designer colors to choose from. Mirage also offers a unique custom color match program; you pick the color and we'll match it. Indicate the color required in the following paragraphs and delete those paragraphs not required. If multiple colors are required, indicate the sizes required on the Drawings. Plastic components are available in our Standard Colors. Matching Diamond Series plastics are only available in Oyster Grey, Burgundy, Mocha and Evergreen. All other plastic components for Diamond Series will be assigned a complimentary standard color. b. Standard Color: 1) Polar White 2) Linen Cream 3) Sandlewood 4) Slate Gray 5) Tudor Brown 6) Midnight Black 7) Rideau Brown c. Designer Color: Diamond Series. 1) Furniture White 2) Almond 3) Sable 4) Oyster Grey 5) Wicker 6) Railing Beige 7) Ex Pebble Grey 8) Mocha 9) Lt. Bronze Metallic 10) Metallic Silver 11) Ansi 70 Grey 12) Ansi 49 Grey 13) Slate Blue 14) Legal Blue 15) Telco Green 16) Arcadia Green 17) Ivy Green 18) Seafoam Green 19) Fence Green 20) Gloss Green 21) Hartford Green 22) Evergreen 23) Seal Beach Green 24) Monarch Gold 25) Pennywise 26) Autumn Leaf 27) Tile Red 28) Sundried Tomato 29) Burgundy 30) Mohogany 31) Metro Brown 32) Gloss Brown 33) Dk Bronze Metallic 34) Charcoal d. Custom Color: As selected by the Architect. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Mirage can be made to fit almost any window application including in-swing, or out-swing casement or awning windows, sliding windows and double hung windows. Some size restrictions apply depending upon screen mesh selected. Verify size requirements with manufacturer. Edit the following paragraphs and select options, size and color as required for the project. B. Retractable Window Screens: Mirage Retractable Screen Systems. a. Housing, pull bar and track, extruded aluminum. 6063-T5 alloy. b. All stainless steel fasteners painted to match exterior finish. c. Plastic components UV and impact resistant materials. d. Plastic used in guides to be self lubricating. 1. Standard Features: a. Adjustable Spring Tension. b. Super Magnet Latch: Corrosion Resistant Super Magnet latch system. c. Track Depth: 1/2 inch (12,5 mm). d. Track Height: Maximum height 1 inch (25.5 mm). e. Easy Grip sliding latches. 2. Screens: ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select the mesh type required from the following paragraphs and delete those paragraphs not required. a. 18/14 Charcoal Fiberglass Mesh. b. 18/14 Grey Fiberglass Mesh. c. 20/30 Charcoal Sunscreen Mesh. d. 20/30 Grey Sunscreen. e. Super Screen (Polyester) Mesh: 3. Optional Features: ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following paragraphs are optional. Select the options required from the following paragraphs and delete those paragraphs not required. a. Speed Reducer: Slows the speed at which the screen can retract and significantly reduces screen recoil. b. Thermal Reinforcement: Thermal reinforced screen edges for added tear protection. c. Bumper Stripping: Reduces screen recoil and protects small fingers from being accidentally pinched. d. Loop Lock to lock single or double doors. 4. Size: ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Mirage window screens are available in maximum housing length of 78 inches and a maximum pull length of 55 inches. Mirage window screen mesh is available in heights from 18 to 55 inches and widths 18 to 109 inches for fiberglass, heights from 18 to 55 inches and widths 18 to 84 inches for sunscreen and types are in heights of 75 to 96 inches and in widths 18 to 40 inches for Super Screen Mesh. Verify size requirements with manufacturer. Window screens can be mounted horizontally or vertically. Screen heights are specified in 1/4 inch increments. Indicate the size required in the following paragraphs. If multiple sizes are required, indicate the sizes required on the Drawings. a. Heights as indicated on the Drawings. b. Widths as indicated on the Drawings. c. Height ____ inches. d. Width ____ inches. 5. Finish: a. Powder Coat: Complying with to AAMA 2603-02 weathering specifications. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Mirage is available in standard colors, We also offer additional special designer colors to choose from. Mirage also offers a unique custom color match program; you pick the color and we'll match it. Indicate the color required in the following paragraphs and delete those paragraphs not required. If multiple colors are required, indicate the sizes required on the Drawings. Plastic components are available in our Standard Colors. Matching Diamond Series plastics are only available in Oyster Grey, Burgundy, Mocha and Evergreen. All other plastic components for Diamond Series will be assigned a complimentary standard color. b. Standard Color: 1) Polar White 2) Linen Cream 3) Sandlewood 4) Slate Gray 5) Tudor Brown 6) Midnight Black 7) Rideau Brown c. Designer Color: Diamond Series. 1) Furniture White 2) Almond 3) Sable 4) Oyster Grey 5) Wicker 6) Railing Beige 7) Ex Pebble Grey 8) Mocha 9) Lt. Bronze Metallic 10) Metallic Silver 11) Ansi 70 Grey 12) Ansi 49 Grey 13) Slate Blue 14) Legal Blue 15) Telco Green 16) Arcadia Green 17) Ivy Green 18) Seafoam Green 19) Fence Green 20) Gloss Green 21) Hartford Green 22) Evergreen 23) Seal Beach Green 24) Monarch Gold 25) Pennywise 26) Autumn Leaf 27) Tile Red 28) Sundried Tomato 29) Burgundy 30) Mohogany 31) Metro Brown 32) Gloss Brown 33) Dk Bronze Metallic 34) Charcoal d. Custom Color: As selected by the Architect. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Mirage Motorized Screen Systems are intended for larger openings and can be made to fit almost any opening including Porches, Lanais, Condo Balconies, Terraces, Shading on Picture Windows, or to convert a Garage into a workshop or playroom. Edit the following paragraphs as required for the project. 2.3 MOTORIZED RETRACTABLE SCREEN SYSTEMS A. Motorized Screen System: 1. Construction: a. All extruded aluminum components with roll formed aluminum housings. b. All stainless steel fasteners painted to match exterior finish. c. Plastic components UV and Impact resistant materials. 2. Standard Features: a. Weight bar 2 inches (51 mm) high with recessed bug rubber sill seal 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) high. b. Residential Side tracks 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) by 1-3/4 inches (44 mm) extruded aluminum. c. Surface or Recessed track mounts. d. Commercial Side Tracks: 3.15 inches (80 mm) by 3/4 inch (19 mm). e. Cover Plate 1-3/4 inch (44 mm) face by 3/4 inch (19 mm) deep. f. Outer roller 3-1/2 inches (89 mm). g. Insert roller 2 inch (51 mm) diameter. h. Standard hood and end caps 5-1/2 inches (140 mm) by 5-1/2 inches (140 mm). 3. Motor: Power Draw SIMU Hz Motor or equivalent. a. 1.5 Amps. b. 110 Volt. 4. Remote: Hand held, waterproof, 4-3/4 inches (121 mm) by 1-3/4 inches (44 mm) by 3/4 inch (19 mm). 5. Optional Features: ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following paragraphs are optional. Select the options required from the following paragraphs and delete the paragraphs not required. a. Soliris 24 Volt Sun and Wind Sensor or equivalent. 1) Sun intensity and wind speed thresholds can be set on the sensor. 2) Soliris will command the motor roll a screen up or down as needed, via radio signal. 3) Includes a 24V DC transformer to provide power. 4) Can be hard wired or plugged into an outlet. No additional wiring is needed. 5) Radio range up to 65 feet (19.8 m). 6) Can operate a single unit or multi units (multiple units will operate as a group). 7) Compatible with standard Hertz motors included with motorized screen. 8) Sensor Size: 9-1/3 inches (237 mm) by 6-1/3 inches (161 mm). b. Eolis 24 Volt Wind Sensor or equivalent. 1) Wind speed threshold set on the sensor. 2) Eolis will command the motor to roll a screen up or down as needed, via radio signal. 3) Includes a 24V DC transformer to provide power. No additional wiring is needed. 4) Can be hard wired or plugged into an outlet. 5) Radio range up to 65 feet (19.8 m). 6) Can operate a single unit or multi units (multi units will operate as a group). 7) Compatible with standard Hertz motors included with motorized screen. 8) Sensor Size: 9-1/3 inches (237 mm) by 6-1/3 inches (161 mm). c. Chronis RTS Timer or equivalent. 1) Automatically raises and lowers screen based on pre-set time of day. 2) Programmable for the same time each day, or different times every day. 3) Security function raises/lowers screen randomly implying an occupied home. 4) No plugs or external wiring needed. 5) Operates on 2 AAA batteries. 6) Can also be used as a regular remote control. 7) Radio range up to 65 feet (19.8 m). 8) Optional light sensor, so automation can be determined by sun levels (Chronis Lite). 9) Compatible with standard Hertz motors included with motorized screen. 10) Face mounting design. 11) Sensor Size: 3-1/8 inches (79 mm) by 3-1/8 inches (79 mm) by 1 inch(25 mm). 6. Size: ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Mirage Motorized Screen Systems are available in heights from 3 feet to 16 feet and widths from 3 feet to 25 feet. Some size restrictions apply. Verify size requirements with manufacturer. Indicate the size required in the following paragraphs and delete those paragraphs not required. If multiple sizes are required, indicate the sizes required on the Drawings. a. Height(s) as indicated on the Drawings. b. Width(s) as indicated on the Drawings. c. Height ____ inches. d. Width ____ inches. 7. Finish: a. Powder Coat: Complying with to AAMA 2603-02 weathering specifications. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Mirage Motorized Screen Systems are available in standard colors, We also offer additional special designer colors to choose from. Mirage also offers a unique custom color match program; you pick the color and we'll match it. Indicate the color required in the following paragraphs and delete those paragraphs not required. If multiple colors are required, indicate the locations required on the Drawings. b. Standard Color: 1) White 2) Bronze 3) Ivory c. Designer Color: Diamond Series. 1) Saddle 2) Night Sky 3) Seashore 4) Terra 5) River Rock 6) Speckled Oak 7) Fruitwood 8) Mocha 9) Evergreen d. Custom Color: As selected by the Architect. B. Screen Material: Fiberglass screening woven from permanent glass yarn coated with a protective vinyl. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Mirage Motorized Screen Systems are available in several mesh types. Select the mesh type and the seam type required and delete those not required. If multiple types are required, indicate the location of each type required on the Drawings. 1. Insect Mesh: a. 18/14 Charcoal: Fiberglass. 1) Under 9 feet with no seam 2) Over 9 feet with top seam. 3) Over 9 feet with bottom seam. b. 18/14 Gray: Fiberglass. 1) Under 9 feet with no seam 2) Over 9 feet with top seam. 3) Over 9 feet with bottom seam. c. 20/20 Charcoal: Fiberglass. 1) Under 8 feet with no seam 2) Over 8 feet with top seam. 3) Over 8 feet with bottom seam. d. 20/20 Gray: Fiberglass. 1) Under 7 feet with no seam 2) Over 7 feet with top seam. 3) Over 7 feet with bottom seam. 2. Solar Mesh: a. Suntex 80: Vinyl coated polyester. 1) Under 8 feet with no seam 2) Over 8 feet with top seam. 3) Over 8 feet with bottom seam. b. 20/30 Charcoal: Fiberglass. 1) Under 7 feet with no seam 2) Over 7 feet with top seam. 3) Over 7 feet with bottom seam. c. 20/30 Gray: Fiberglass. 1) Under 7 feet with no seam 2) Over 7 feet with top seam. 3) Over 7 feet with bottom seam. 3. Sunscreen: Fiberglass. a. Under 7 feet with no seam b. Over 7 feet with top seam. c. Over 7 feet with bottom seam. 4. Privacy Mesh: a. Shearweave 2100: Fiberglass. 1) Under 8 feet with no seam 2) Over 8 feet with top seam. 3) Over 8 feet with bottom seam. b. Super Solar: Fiberglass. 1) Under 7 feet with no seam 2) Over 7 feet with top seam. 3) Over 7 feet with bottom seam. 5. Super Screen: A durable vinyl coated polyester screen mesh ideal where pets are present. a. Pet Screen Black: 1) Under 10 feet with no seam 2) Over 10 feet with top seam. 3) Over 10 feet with bottom seam. b. Pet Screen White: 1) Under 10 feet with no seam 2) Over 10 feet with top seam. 3) Over 10 feet with bottom seam. PART 3 EXECUTION 3.1 EXAMINATION A. Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly prepared. B. Verify that openings are within allowable dimensional tolerances, plumb, level, and clean, provide solid anchoring surface, and are in accordance with approved shop drawings C. If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding. 3.2 PREPARATION A. Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation. B. Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the best result for the substrate under the project conditions. 3.3 INSTALLATION A. Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. B. Anchor to adjacent construction without distortion or stress. C. Fit and align screen assembly including hardware, plumb, level and square to ensure smooth operation. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following paragraph if screens are manually operated. D. Make wiring connections between power supply and operator and between operator and controls. 3.4 ADJUSTING AND CLEANING A. Clear and clean tracks and guides after installation. B. Adjust hardware for proper operation. C. Lubricate tracks and plastic guides with silicone spray lubricant or equivalent. Wipe off excess material. D. Remove temporary coverings and protection of adjacent work areas. Repair or replace damaged installed products. Clean installed products in accordance with manufacturer's instructions before acceptance. E. Any abraded surface of the finish shall be cleaned and touched up with air dry paint, as approved and furnished by the manufacturer, in a color to match factory applied finish. F. Remove from project site and legally dispose of construction debris associated with this work. 3.5 PROTECTION A. Protect installed products until completion of project. B. Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion. END OF SECTION