UFGS 08 44 00 Curtain Wall and Glazed Assemblies provides guide specification requirements for complete glazed curtain wall systems, including framing members, glass and glazing, panels, sealants, accessories, fabrication, installation, testing, quality assurance, and field acceptance provisions. It addresses materials such as aluminum, steel, bronze, copper, glass, thermal insulation, firestopping, fasteners, coatings, and joint sealants, along with performance requirements for wind loads, seismic movement, air infiltration, water penetration, blast design, and hurricane-related wind-borne debris where applicable.
The section is intended for editing into project specifications in accordance with Unified Facilities Guide Specifications requirements and references applicable industry standards from organizations including AAMA, ASTM, AWS, ASCE, AA, and others.
Application Scope: Use for federal facility projects requiring complete glazed curtain wall systems, including fixed glass lights, window sashes, panels, louvers, thermal insulation, firestopping, joint sealing, field testing, and related curtain wall accessories, excluding doors, entrances, and storefronts unless specifically coordinated by project requirements.
