Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope Reliance-TC - Manual (Page 3)

GENERAL INFORMATION
PRODUCT USE
The Reliance -TC curtain wall system is intended for installation by glazing professionals with
appropriate experience. Subcontractors without experience should employ a qualified person to provide field
instruction and project management.
Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope does not control the application or selection of its product configurations, sealant
or glazing material 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.
Consult sealant manufacturer for review and recommendation of sealant application. Follow sealant
manufacturer’s recommendations and literature for proper installation.
The air and water performance of the Reliance -TC curtain wall system is directly related to the
completeness and integrity of the installation process both the seal installed at the shear blocks and the glazing
gasket installed at the interior side of the glass. All pressure plates must also be installed properly. To insure top
performance for this system, particular attention should be given the following procedures:
1. Surfaces to be sealed should be cleaned with isopropyl alcohol or solvent and dried as recommended by
sealant manufacturer to remove all dirt and cutting oils. Sealant at shear blocks should be a minimum 3/16˜
diameter nominal placed completely around the top, face and bottom of the shear block without gaps in the
sealant. Exposed surfaces should be cleaned after installing the horizontal. Inspect joint for complete
sealant contact, especially where the horizontal meets the face of the vertical member. Repair joint as
required.
2. The interior glazing gasket should be installed so as to avoid stretching, buckles or tears. Corners must be
cut square, sealed and butted together. To avoid damage to gasket and corner joints during glazing, glass
should be level and straight during installation.
3. Vertical movement of mullion at intermediate floors requires special expansion joints and glazing materials.
See page 13 for details which permit 1/4” movement. For designs and applications that may require greater
movement or special considerations please contact your local Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope facility.
Variations on the details shown are inevitable and are not the responsibility of Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope
when drawn by others. Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope strongly encourages its customers to use its Engineering
department for calculations and shop drawings.
For Structural Silicone Glazing (SSG) applications, the stress on the silicone should not exceed 20 PSI. Consult
sealant manufacturer for specific applications to ensure proper loading on silicone joint. Alternate spacer gaskets
are available to accommodate larger sealant contact widths. Consult your nearest Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope
facility for assistance.
Consult glass manufacturer for correct setting block location and length for glass sizes in excess of 40 sq.ft.
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PROTECTION AND STORAGE
Handle all material carefully. Do not drop from the truck. Stack with adequate separation so the material will not
rub together. Store material off the ground, protecting against the elements and other construction hazards by
using a well ventilated covering. Remove material from package if wet or located in a damp area. For further
guidelines consult AAMA publication ˆCare and Handling of Architectural Aluminum From Shop to Site.˜
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