RWX4 ACM WET SEAL SYSTEM

TECHNICAL MANUAL

11647 Armetco Drive

Justin, Texas 76247
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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

ABOUT ARMETCO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
DESIGN INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
SUGGESTED SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-8
TESTING INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
BUILDING ELEVATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-11
DETAILS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-17
D1 Typical Horizontal Joint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
D2 Typical Vertical Joint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
D3 Sheet Metal Parapet Coping Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
D4 Composite Panel Parapet Coping Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
D5 Radiused Corner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
D6 Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
D7 Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
D8 Window Head at Flush Condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
D9 Window Jamb at Storefront . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
D10 Soffit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
D11 Jamb at Recessed Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
D12 Header at Recessed Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
D13 Inside Corner at Starter Condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
D14 Inside Corner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
D15 Outside Corner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
D16 Glazed-in Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
D17 Canopy Nose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
D18 Parapet Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
D19 Screenwall Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
D20 Stiffener Layouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
D21 Square Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

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 ...systems that work from a company you can work with…

OUR COMPANY

Established in 1986, Armetco Systems is a leading fabricator of metal panel cladding systems and custom sun
control systems.

We offer a variety of systems and materials that will enhance the appearance and performance of your project.

Armetco management brings over 20 years experience in design, fabrication, and installation of architectural
metal cladding systems to your project team. From sales to engineering to plant management, we understand
and appreciate the challenges you and your contractors face.

Every project is shipped complete with detailed shop drawings, installation instructions, detailed panel and
material list, approved fabrication tickets, and clearly marked crates and panels.

PRODUCTS
Aluminum Composite Cladding Systems
Metal Plate Cladding Systems
Sun Controls

PRODUCT APPLICATIONS
Wall Cladding
Soffit and Fascia Cladding
Ceilings
Canopies
Entry Vestibules
Building and Elevator Lobbies
Column Covers
Beam Cladding
Equipment Screening
Roof Screens
Architectural Accents
Sun Control and Shading

RWX4 DESIGN INFORMATION

Wet Seal System
Continuous aluminum extrusion system eliminates need for horizontal sub-framing
Improved extrusion minimized sag, engages more easily and speeds installation
4mm Aluminum Composite Material
The system depth is 11⁄2˝
The panel joint width = 1⁄2˝
The maximum panel height is 60˝
The minimum panel height is 6˝
The maximum panel length is 238˝
The minimum panel length is 12˝

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 SECTION OF RWX4 WET SEAL SYSTEM
RWX4 - Rout & Return Wet Seal
GENERAL INFORMATION

The information in this manual has been prepared to assist the designer
and installer with the proper application of Armetco’s RWX4 Rout and
Return Wet Seal System. Since each project is unique, the information
is intended to be used as a guideline and in no way ensures proper
application of Rout and Return Wet Seal System panels.

ALUMINUM COMPOSITE MATERIAL

Aluminum Composite Material (ACM) is the material of choice

when panel flatness and a high performance finish are a must.
Made from two sheets of aluminum bonded to a thermoplastic core,
ACM is strong yet lightweight and with the right product knowledge
and equipment can be fabricated into panel systems that will
accommodate your cladding needs.

Armetco Systems offers a complete line of ACM products, systems

and services. With multiple attachment systems and access to all of
the major Aluminum Composite Material manufacturers, Armetco
has an ACM solution for all applications.

Armetco’s RWX4 rout and return system is a wet seal ACM wall
cladding system utilizing a factory applied continuous extruded
aluminum perimeter attachment. Backer rod and exposed sealant
are required in the vertical and horizontal joints.

RWX4 perimeter extrusions are applied to the ACM panel by PROPER UNLOADING & HANDLING
inserting and mechanically fastening the return panel leg into the
1. Inspect crates immediately for damage. Notify driver of any
continuous perimeter extrusion. Structural sealant, corner plates
visible damage and record damage on driver’s copy of
and a hidden fastener insure positive attachment. A “sealant
shipping bill.
pocket” is designed into the male (RWX4-M) and female (RWX4-F)
extrusions to allow for proper curing of factory applied structural 2. Inspect contents of crates within 24 hours of delivery
silicone as recommended by the structural sealant manufacturer. 3. Panel crates must be lifted from the bottom skid.
4. For hoisting, use proper lifting straps that have been inspected
The horizontal RWX4-M extrusion eliminates the need for horizontal and are in good condition. DO NOT USE CABLE OR ROPE.
subgirts or furring channels and can be fastened through sheathing 5. Place panels in area that they can be stored safely until ready
into metal studs (at 16” O.C. max). For panel heights less than 30”, for installation. Do not move crates and / or panels any more
the RWX4-M carries the load without support or attachment at the than absolutely necessary. This will cause damage to panels.
vertical extrusion. A building wrap is recommended and can be 6. Handle panels with multiple faces by lifting and / or supporting
provided by Armetco Systems. panel’s at all or at least two faces. Failure to do this can cause
damage to corner clips and supports and may cause the face
Every project is shipped complete with installation drawings, sheet to split.
installation instructions, detailed material lists, approved fabrication
tickets, and clearly marked crates and panels.
INSTALLATION
1. Install panels per Armetco installation instructions and
PROPER STORAGE approved shop drawings. Refer to page 18 for installation
illustrations.
If panels are not to be used immediately, they should be stored in
2. If field verification of dimensions is required, record actual field
an area that is out of the way and suitable for storage until ready
dimensions on 1 set of shop drawings and return to Armetco
for installation. Continual moving of crates and / or panels will
engineering.
cause damage to panels. Panels intended for exterior use can be
3. Review and approve Armetco fabrication drawings as required.
stored outside. Store crates on a solid surface. Keep the material off
4. Check support framing to be sure area to receive panels is
the ground and Do NOT store crates on surfaces that are subject to
installed straight, plumb and in plane.
mud or in drainage areas where water can reach panels. If crates
5. Inspect waterproofing membrane for proper installation and
are wrapped in plastic, cut several large slits on the sides to allow
for rips or tears. If waterproofing membrane is not installed
ventilation and reduce condensation. It is the responsibility of the
properly and in good condition, make necessary repairs or
contractor / panel erector to insure that panels are properly stored
notify contractor immediately. DO NOT PROCEED with
at the jobsite.
panel installation until waterproofing membrane is in
acceptable condition.
6. Install panels true, plumb, level and spaced properly (See
illustration on page 18).

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SPECIFICATIONS
PART 1 GENERAL been pretested, by an independent testing laboratory to
provide specified resistance to air and water infiltration
1.1 SUMMARY and structural deflection, when installed. Systems that
A. Section Includes: are not pretested and certified by an independent
1. Aluminum composite building panels indicated on the laboratory prior to bid are unacceptable. The use of a
project drawings and as specified herein. panel manufacturer’s generic tests reports is
2. Supplementary subgirts, clips, anchoring devices, unacceptable; the tests must be for the specific system
fasteners, and accessories. submitted by the panel system engineer and fabricator.
B. Related Documents: General and Supplementary C. Structural Performance
Conditions of the Contract, Division 1 General 1. Panels shall be designed to withstand the Design
Requirements, and Drawings are applicable to this Section. Wind Load based upon the local building code, but in
no case less than 20 lb/ft2 and 30 lb/ft2 on parapet
1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION and corner panels. Wind load testing shall be
A. System Requirements conducted in accordance with ASTM E 330 to obtain
1. Rout and Return Wet Seal: Wet Seal aluminum the following results.
composite panel system utilizing continuous perimeter 2. Normal to the plane of the wall between supports,
aluminum extrusion attachment system. System must deflection of the secured perimeter-framing members
provide a wet seal (caulked) reveal joint as detailed shall not exceed L/175 or 3⁄4” (19mm), whichever is less.
on drawings. The sealant type shall be as specified in 3. Normal to the plane of the wall, the maximum panel
Section ______ and with foamed type backer rod as deflection shall not exceed L/60 of the full span.
indicted on architectural drawings. 4. Maximum anchor deflection shall not exceed 1⁄16”
2. Extrusion System: Systems utilizing intermittent clip (1.6mm).
attachments not allowed. 5. At 1-1/2 times design pressure, permanent
3. Basis of Design: Armetco Systems RWX4 Rout and deflections of framing members shall not exceed
Return Wet Seal System: Provide complete panel L/100 of span length and components shall not
system as manufactured by ARMETCO SYSTEMS, experience failure of gross permanent distortion. At
INC., 11647 Armetco Drive, Justin, TX PH 800-647- connection points of framing members to anchors,
3778 or other manufacturers whose materials offer permanent set shall not exceed 1⁄16” (1.6mm).
the same function, performance, and have received D. Static Air Infiltration:
prior approval by the Architect. Approval shall be 1. Limit air infiltration through system to 0.06 cfm per
based upon documentation showing the adequacy square foot of wall area measured at an air pressure
and engineering properties of the material. difference of 6.24 psf as measured in accordance
B. Design Requirements: with ASTM E 283 test.
1. Fabricator shall provide system design including E. Static Water Infiltration:
anchorage to structural system and modifications that a. Design system so that there is no water leakage
are necessary to meet specified requirements and under static air pressure with an air pressure
maintain visual design concepts. difference equal to 20 percent of the positive
2. Drawings and specifications are an outline of criteria design wind pressure with a minimum of 6.24 psf
and performance requirements for the System. and a maximum of 12.0 psf as measured in
Requirements specified or indicated by details are accordance with ASTM E 331test.
intended to establish basic dimensions of module and b. Design system so that there is no water leakage
sight lines and profiles of members. Include under dynamic air pressure with an air stream
modifications or additions required to meet specified equivalent to a static air pressure equal to 20
requirements and maintain the visual design concept. percent of the positive design wind pressure with a
3. Contract Documents do not necessarily indicate or minimum of 6.24 psf and a maximum of 12.0 psf.
describe total work required for completion of Work. c. Water leakage is defined as any water that
Furnish and install all items required for complete appears on any normally exposed interior
installation. surface.
4. Dimension and profile adjustments may be made in F. Items Specifically Prohibited:
proposed design in interest of fabrication or erection a. Exposed fasteners.
methods or techniques, weatherability factor, or b. External flashing at corners.
ability of design to satisfy design and performance
requirements provided that design intent and intent of 1.4 SUBMITTALS
Contract Documents are maintained. A. Submit in accordance with Section ___________.
5. No visible fasteners, telegraphing or fastening on the B. Submit samples of typical aluminum composite panels,
panel faces or any other compromise of a neat and of type, thickness and finish specified.
flat appearance is allowed. C. Product Data: Submit panel manufacturer’s product
6. Attachment Considerations: Account for site data, consisting of complete product description and
peculiarities and expansion and contraction specification.
movements so there is no possibility of loosening, D. Shop Drawings: Show fabrication and installation layouts
weakening, or fracturing connections. of Aluminum Composite Panels; details of edge
conditions, joints, panel profiles, corners, anchorages,
1.3 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS attachment system, trim, flashings, closures, and
A. This is a performance specification; panel systems that accessories; and special details.
are not in compliance with the required performance E. Product Test Reports: Indicate compliance of Aluminum
standards listed herein are unacceptable. Composite Panel assemblies and materials with
B. Provide a composite building panel system, which has performance and other requirements based on
comprehensive testing of current products.

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 SPECIFICATIONS
1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE 2. Will not chalk in excess of maximum 8 units change
A. Manufacturer Qualifications: when measured in accordance with ASTM A 214.
1. Products covered under this Section shall be produced
by a single manufacturer unless otherwise specified. 1.8 PROJECT CONDITIONS
2. Manufacturer shall submit evidence of having not less A. Field Measurements: Verify location of structural
than 10 years successful production of this product. members and openings in substrates by field
B. Fabricator Qualifications: measurements before fabrication and indicate
1. Panel System Fabricator shall submit evidence of skill measurements on Fabrication Approval Drawings.
and not less than 5 years specialized experience with B. Established Dimensions: Where field measurements
this product. cannot be made without delaying the Work, either
2. Panel System Fabricator shall be approved by the establish opening dimensions and proceed with
manufacturer. fabricating wall panels without field measurements.
C. Installer Qualifications: Coordinate wall construction to ensure actual locations of
1. Engage an experienced installer who has completed structural members and to ensure opening dimensions
metal wall panel projects similar in material, design, correspond to established dimensions.
and extent to that indicated for this project and with a
record of successful in-service performance.
2. The panel system installer shall be responsible for a PART 2 PRODUCTS
complete, sealed, and weather tight installation.
D. The panel system fabricator will prepare the shop 2.1 MANUFACTURERS
drawings in accordance with their standard published A. A specific product or material manufactured by any of the
product data and criteria established by others. The following listed manufacturers is acceptable only if the
general contractor and subcontractor shall be specific product or material can evidence compliance
responsible to verify the information contained therein with requirements of the Contract Documents.
including all dimensions. In the interest of maintaining 1. Reynobond by Alcoa Cladding Systems
job schedules, the panel system fabricator will fabricate 2. Alucobond by Alcan Composites USA
all of the materials from the approved set of shop 3. Alpolic by Mitsubishi Chemical America Inc.
drawings. If field verification of dimensions is required B. Substitutions: Submit in accordance with Section ______.
the general contractor/subcontractor shall be responsible 2.2 MATERIALS
to supply these dimensions to the panel system fabricator A. Composite Panel:
prior to engineering/fabricating of the materials. 1. Two sheets of aluminum sandwiching a core of
Discrepancies found during field verification shall be extruded thermoplastic material formed in
corrected by the general contractor at no cost to the continuous process with no glues or adhesives
panel system fabricator. between dissimilar materials.
E. System: Submit engineer’s test reports certifying that 2. Products laminated sheet by sheet or in batch process
fabricated panel system meets performance using glues or adhesives between materials shall not
requirements specified. be acceptable.
F. Professional Engineer Qualifications: A professional 3. Aluminum faced panel with thermoplastic core.
engineer who is legally qualified and experienced in 4. Panel Thickness: 4 mm (0.157 inch) – Composite Panel.
providing engineering services of the kind indicated. 5. Aluminum Face and Backer Sheet: Minimum 0.020
inches thick.
1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING 6. Aluminum Alloy: AA 30036 with coated finish.
A. Deliver metal wall panels, and other manufactured items B. Product Performance Requirements
so as not to be damaged or deformed. Package metal Tolerances:
wall panels for protection during transportation and 1. Panel Bow: Maximum 0.8 percent of panel dimension
handling. in width and length.
B. Unload, store, and erect metal wall panels in a 2. Panel Dimensions: Allowance for field adjustments, as
manner to prevent bending, warping, twisting, and recommended by manufacturer, where final dimensions
surface damage in accordance with manufacturer’s cannot be established by field measurement before
recommendations. completion of panel manufacturing.
C. Store composite wall panels vertically, covered with 3. Panel lines, breaks and angles shall be sharp, true
suitable weathertight and ventilated covering. Store and surfaces free from warp or buckle.
panels to ensure dryness, with positive slope for drainage 4. Bond Integrity: Per ASTM D 1781, no adhesive failure
of water. Do not store panels in contact with other of bond between core and skin nor cohesive failure
materials that might cause staining, denting, or other within core below the following values:
surface damage. Do not allow storage space to exceed a. Bond Strength: 214 psi, vertical pull.
120 deg F. b. Peel Strength:
D. Protect strippable protective covering on metal wall panels 1) 22.5 in pound/inch as manufactured.
from exposure to sunlight and high humidity, except to 2) 22.5 in pound/inch after 8 hours in water
extent necessary for period of metal wall panel Installation. at 200 degrees F.
3) 22.5 in pound/inch after 21 days soaking in
1.7 WARRANTY water at 70 degree F.
A. Refer to and conform to requirements in Section ______. 5. Tolerances:
B. Factory Finish: Provide manufacturer’s 10 year warranty a. Panel Bow: 0.8 percent maximum of panel
stating finish will be: dimension in width and length for 72 inch panel.
1. Free of fading of color change in excess of 5 NBS b. Maximum Deviation from Panel Flatness: 1/8
units as measured per ASTM D 2244. inch in 5 feet on panel in each direction for
assembled units, non-cumulative.

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SPECIFICATIONS
6. Fire Performance system, factory applied, baked-on polyester or
a. Flame Spread: 0 per ASTM E 84. acrylic resin based paint coating system which
b. Smoke Developed: 0 per ASTM E84. meets performance specification AAMA 2603.
c. Surface Flaming: None per ASTM E 162.
d. No flame spread along interior face or penetration
through wall assembly per UBC 17-5. PART 3 EXECUTION

2.3 ACCESSORIES 3.1 INSPECTION

A. Extrusions, formed members, sheet, and plate, shall A. Surfaces to receive panels shall be even, smooth, sound,
conform with ASTM B 209 and the recommendations of clean, dry and free from defects detrimental to work.
the manufacturer. Notify contractor in writing of conditions detrimental to
B. Composite Panel Stiffener: proper and timely completion of the work. Do not
1. Aluminum extrusion or galvanized channel as proceed with erection until unsatisfactory conditions have
indicated on Drawings. been corrected.
2. Minimum Spacing: 1/20 square feet of panel area. B. Surfaces to receive panels shall be structurally sound as
3. Panels in excess of 19.99 square feet: Stiffeners determined by a registered Architect/Engineer.
required.
4. Calculate additional stiffeners at high wind load areas. 3.2 INSTALLATION
5. Attach with structural tape or silicone. A. Erect panel plumb, level, and true.
C. Sealants: Sealant for a complete panel system shall be a B. Attachment system shall allow for the free and noiseless
part of this section. Sealant type is to be structural silicon vertical and horizontal thermal movement due to
equal to Dow Chemical 795, supplied and installed by expansion and contraction for a material temperature
the panel installer. Color to be selected by architect from range of -20° F to +180° F (-29° C to +82° C). Buckling
manufacturer’s standard color card. All metal surfaces of panels, opening of joints, undue stress on fasteners,
to be primed per recommendations and instructions of failure of sealants or any other detrimental effects due to
sealant manufacturer prior to sealant installation. thermal movement will not be permitted. Fabrication,
D. Flashing Materials: Fabricate from 0.030 inch minimum assembly, and erection procedure shall account for the
thickness aluminum sheet painted to match the adjacent ambient temperature at the time of the respective
panel system where exposed. Provide a lap strap under operation.
the flashing at abutted conditions and seal lapped C. Panels shall be erected in accordance with an approved
surfaces with a full bed of non-hardening sealant. set of shop drawings.
E. Fasteners: Concealed; non-corrosive; as recommended D. Anchor panels securely per engineering recommendations
by panel manufacturer and installer. Do not use exposed and in accordance with approved shop drawings to allow
fasteners. for necessary thermal movement and structural support.
E. Conform to panel fabricator’s instructions for installation
2.4 FINISHES of concealed fasteners.
A. General: Comply with NAAMM “Metal Finishes Manual” F. Do not install component parts that are observed to be
for recommendations relative to application and defective, including warped, bowed, dented, abraised,
designations of finishes. and broken members.
B. High-Performance Organic Finish: AA-C12C42R1x G. Do not cut, trim, trim weld, or braze component parts
(Chemical Finish: cleaned with inhibited chemicals; during erection in a manner which would damage the
Chemical Finish: acid-chromate-fluoride-phosphate finish, decrease strength, or result in visual imperfection
conversion coating; Organic Coating: as specified or a failure in performance. Return component parts
below). Prepare, pretreat, and apply coating to exposed which require alteration to shop for fabrication, if
metal surfaces to comply with coating and resin possible, or for replacement with new parts.
manufacturers’ written instructions. H. Separate dissimilar metals and use gasketed fasteners
1. Fluoropolymer Two-Coat System: Manufacturer’s where needed to eliminate the possibility of corrosive or
standard two-coat, thermocured system consisting of electrolytic action between metals.
specially formulated inhibitive primer and
fluoropolymer color topcoat containing not less than 3.3 ADJUSTING AND CLEANING
70 percent polyvinylidene fluoride resin by weight, A. Remove and replace panels damaged beyond repair as
complying with AAMA 620. a direct result of the panel installation. After installation,
2. Fluoropolymer Three-Coat System: Manufacturer’s panel repair and replacement shall become the
standard three-coat, thermocured system consisting of responsibility of the General Contractor.
specially formulated inhibitive primer, fluoropolymer B. Repair panels with minor damage.
color coat, and clear fluoropolymer topcoat, with both C. Remove masking (if used) as soon as possible after
color coat and clear topcoat containing not less than installation. Masking intentionally left in place after
70 percent polyvinylidene fluoride resin by weight, with panel installation on an elevation, shall become the
a minimum total dry film thickness of 1.5 mil; responsibility of the General Contractor.
complying with AAMA 620. D. Any additional protection, after installation, shall be the
3. Color and Gloss: As selected from manufacturer’s responsibility of the General Contractor.
standard colors.
C. Anodized:
Clear Coating: AA-M12C22A41, Architectural Class I END OF SECTION
Color Coating: AA-M12C22A41, light bronze, medium
bronze and black, Architectural Class I
D. Polyester
a. Fluoropolymer and acrylic resin; baked paint

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RWX4 – ACM Wet System

TEST REPORT SUMMARIES

ASTM E-330 STRUCTURAL LOAD TESTING RESULTS

Test Pressure, Time of Load, Test Observations
psf Minutes Relative to Structural Distress
(+) 6.24 15.00 No distress, remained elastic

(+) 12.48 15.00 No distress, remained elastic

(+) 20.00 1.00 No distress, remained elastic

(+) 30.00 1.00 No distress, remained elastic

(+) 40.00 1.00 No distress, remained elastic

(+) 50.00 1.00 No distress, remained elastic

(+) 60.00 1.00 No distress, remained elastic

(+) 70.00 1.00 No distress, remained elastic

The structural behavior of the curtainwall panels demonstrates a capacity to safely and predictably handle the high levels of
wind-induced stress and meets structural requirements of ASTM E-330.

ASTM E 331- WATER INFILTRATION RESISTANCE TEST RESULTS

Pressure, Test Time, Observations from Inside

psf Minutes The Test Chamber

No observed leaks at vertical joints

( - ) 6.24 15.00 No observed leaks at horizontal joints
No uncontrolled leaks at junctions

No observed leaks at vertical joints

( - ) 12.48 15.00 No observed leaks at horizontal joints
No uncontrolled leaks at junctions

Conclusion:
The ARMETCO RWX4 Aluminum Composite Rout & Return Wet Seal Curtainwall Panel System successfully passed the
ASTM E-331 Water Infiltration Resistance Tests at both the (-) 6.24 psf and (-) 12.48 psf test pressure levels for a time period
of 15 minutes each with a constant water deposition rate of 5 gallons per hour per square foot of projected wall area.

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BUILDING ELEVATION

SIM.

D12
SIM.

D16

D9

SCREENWALL SECTION WALL SECTION WALL SECTION

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D4 D18
D17

D12

D11

D1

D13
D4

D10

D14
SIM.
D21
D8

D9

WALL SECTION WALL SECTION

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DETAILS

FACTORY APPLIED
RWX4-F CONTINUOUS
ALUMINUM EXTRUSION
SHIM AS REQUIRED

3/4" #10 MODIFIED

TRUSS SCREW
@ 24" O.C. MAX.

FASTENERS AS SPECIFIED
@ 24" O.C. MAX.

FIELD APPLIED
CONTINUOUS SILICONE
SEALANT AND BACKER ROD

FACTORY APPLIED
RWX4-M CONTINUOUS
ALUMINUM EXTRUSION

EXT. SHEATHING OVER

METAL STUD FRAMING

MOISTURE
ALUMINUM BARRIER
COMPOSITE PANELS

TYPICAL HORIZONTAL JOINT

TYPICAL HORIZONTAL JOINT D1

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 DETAILS

ALUMINUM FLASHING CAP

FACTORY APPLIED
.080 ALUMINUM
ATTACHMENT CLIP

HWH TEK #3
NEOPRENE WASHER
MOISTURE CONTINUOUS CLEAT
BARRIER
EXT. SHEATHING OVER
METAL STUD FRAMING

BATT INSULATION

ALUMINUM
ALUMINUM COMPOSITE PANEL
COMPOSITE PANEL

3/4" #10 MODIFIED

TRUSS SCREW
@ 24" O.C. MAX.

FACTORY APPLIED FACTORY APPLIED MOISTURE

RWX4-M CONTINUOUS RWX4-F CONTINUOUS BARRIER
ALUMINUM EXTRUSION ALUMINUM EXTRUSION
EXT. SHEATHING OVER
METAL STUD FRAMING
CONTINUOUS SILICONE
SEALANT AND
BACKER ROD
SHEET METAL
PARAPET COPING CAP
TYPICAL VERTICAL JOINT
SHEET METAL
TYPICAL VERTICAL JOINT D2 PARAPET COPING CAP D3

FACTORY APPLIED
RWX4-F CONTINUOUS
ALUMINUM EXTRUSION
CONTINUOUS SILICONE
SEALANT AND
BACKER ROD
FACTORY APPLIED
RWX4-M CONTINUOUS
ALUMINUM EXTRUSION
ROOFING
MEMBRANE HWH SMS WITH
NEOPRENE WASHER
AA

FACTORY APPLIED
RWX4-F CONTINUOUS
ALUMINUM EXTRUSION
ALUMINUM
COMPOSITE PANEL

SILICONE
SEALANT AND
BACKER ROD

RADIUS CORNER
FACTORY APPLIED
RWX4-M CONTINUOUS
RADIUS CORNER
ALUMINUM EXTRUSION

ALUMINUM
COMPOSITE PANEL BATT INSULATION
MOISTURE
BARRIER

EXT. SHEATHING
OVER METAL STUD ALUMINUM
FRAMING COMPOSITE PANEL

CONTINUOUS SILICONE
SEALANT AND
BACKER ROD
COMPOSITE PANEL
PARAPET COPING CAP
AA
COMPOSITE PANEL
PARAPET COPING CAP D4 D5

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ALUMINUM
ALUMINUM COMPOSITE PANEL
COMPOSITE PANEL

MOISTURE BARRIER
MOISTURE BARRIER BATT
INSULATION

EXT. SHEATHING OVER

EXT. SHEATHING OVER METAL STUD FRAMING
METAL STUD FRAMING
BATT
INSULATION

.080 ALUMINUM
ATTACHMENT CLIP
.080 ALUMINUM
ATTACHMENT CLIP CONTINUOUS SILICONE
SEALANT AND
BACKER ROD
CONTINUOUS SILICONE
SEALANT AND
BACKER ROD
DRIP FLASHING
SET IN SEALANT

DRIP FLASHING
SET IN SEALANT BASE CONDITION
AS OCCURS

BASE CONDITION
AS OCCURS

BASE

BASE

BASE D6 BASE D7

ALUMINUM
COMPOSITE PANEL

MOISTURE BARRIER

BATT
EXT. SHEATHING OVER INSULATION
METAL STUD FRAMING

CONTINUOUS SILICONE
SEALANT AND
BACKER ROD
MOISTURE
BARRIER
EXT. SHEATHING OVER
GLAZING SYSTEM METAL STUD FRAMING
AS OCCURS

ALUMINUM GLAZING SYSTEM

COMPOSITE PANEL AS OCCURS

BACKER ROD
AND SEALANT
EXTRUDED ALUMINUM
ATTACHMENT CLIP BEYOND

WINDOW HEAD AT WINDOW JAMB

WINDOW HEAD AT
FLUSH CONDITION WINDOW JAMB
AT STOREFRONT
FLUSH CONDITION D8 AT STOREFRONT D9

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MOISTURE BATT
BARRIER INSULATION

ALUMINUM
STOREFRONT
CONTINUOUS SILICONE
SEALANT AND
BACKER ROD
.080 ALUMINUM
ATTACHMENT CLIP
MOISTURE
BARRIER
EXT. SHEATHING OVER
METAL STUD FRAMING BATT INSULATION
ALUMINUM EXT. SHEATHING OVER
FACTORY APPLIED METAL STUD FRAMING
COMPOSITE PANELS RWX4-F CONTINUOUS
ALUMINUM EXTRUSION ALUMINUM
COMPOSITE PANELS
FACTORY APPLIED
RWX4-M CONTINUOUS
ALUMINUM EXTRUSION CONTINUOUS SILICONE
SEALANT AND
BACKER ROD
JAMB AT
RECESSED WINDOW
SOFFIT
JAMB AT
SOFFIT D10 RECESSED WINDOW D11

BATT INSULATION

BATT INSULATION

FACTORY APPLIED ANGLE

SET IN SILICONE SEALANT
MOISTURE
BARRIER

EXT. SHEATHING OVER

METAL STUD FRAMING
.080 ALUMINUM
ATTACHMENT CLIP
FACTORY APPLIED MOISTURE
END DAM BARRIER
ALUMINUM 3/8" WEEP
COMPOSITE PANELS W/ SPONGE EXT. SHEATHING OVER
METAL STUD FRAMING

FACTORY APPLIED
CONTINUOUS SILICONE RWX4-M CONTINUOUS
SEALANT AND ALUMINUM EXTRUSION
BACKER ROD
CONTINUOUS SILICONE
SEALANT AND
ALUMINUM BACKER ROD
STOREFRONT
FACTORY APPLIED
RWX4-F CONTINUOUS
ALUMINUM EXTRUSION

ALUMINUM
COMPOSITE PANELS

HEADER AT
RECESSED WINDOW
INSIDE CORNER AT
HEADER AT STARTER CONDITIONAT
INSIDE CORNER
RECESSED WINDOW D12 STARTER CONDITION D13

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BATT
INSULATION

BATT
INSULATION

MOISTURE
BARRIER
FACTORY APPLIED
RWX4-M CONTINUOUS
ALUMINUM EXTRUSION
CONTINUOUS SILICONE
SEALANT AND
BACKER ROD EXT. SHEATHING OVER
METAL STUD FRAMING
FACTORY APPLIED
RWX4-F CONTINUOUS
ALUMINUM EXTRUSION
ALUMINUM
COMPOSITE PANELS
MOISTURE
BARRIER
FACTORY APPLIED FACTORY APPLIED
EXT. SHEATHING OVER RWX4-M CONTINUOUS RWX4-F CONTINUOUS
METAL STUD FRAMING ALUMINUM EXTRUSION ALUMINUM EXTRUSION

ALUMINUM
COMPOSITE PANELS

OUTSIDE CORNER
INSIDE CORNER
INSIDE CORNER D14 OUTSIDE CORNER D15

MOISTURE BARRIER
GLAZING SYSTEM

ALUMINUM
COMPOSITE PANELS

RECESSED BACKER EXT. SHEATHING OVER

ROD AND METAL STUD FRAMING
SILICONE SEALANT

FACTORY APPLIED ANGLE

SET IN SILICONE SEALANT
FACTORY APPLIED
RWX4-F CONTINUOUS
ALUMINUM EXTRUSION
ALUMINUM FACTORY APPLIED
COMPOSITE PANELS CONTINUOUS SILICONE RWX4-M CONTINUOUS
SEALANT AND ALUMINUM EXTRUSION
BACKER ROD

CANOPY NOSE
GLAZED-IN CONDITION
D16 D17
GLAZED-IN CONDITION CANOPY NOSE

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ALUMINUM
COMPOSITE PANELS
HWH SMS WITH
ALUMINUM NEOPRENE WASHER
COMPOSITE PANELS

EXT. SHEATHING OVER

METAL STUD FRAMING
.080 ALUMINUM
ATTACHMENT CLIP
FACTORY APPLIED
RWX4-F CONTINUOUS CONTINUOUS SILICONE
ALUMINUM EXTRUSION SEALANT AND
CONTINUOUS SILICONE BACKER ROD
SEALANT AND
BACKER ROD
DRIP FLASHING
SET IN SEALANT
FACTORY APPLIED
RWX4-M CONTINUOUS
ALUMINUM EXTRUSION STRUCTURAL FRAMING
AS OCCURS

SCREENWALL BASE

PARAPET CAP

PARAPET CAP D18 SCREENWALL BASE D19

RWX4-M STIFFENERS
AT 30" O.C. MAX.

CONTINUOUS SILICONE
SEALANT AND
BACKER ROD

FACTORY APPLIED
RWX4-M CONTINUOUS FACTORY APPLIED ALUMINUM
ALUMINUM EXTRUSION RWX4-F CONTINUOUS COMPOSITE PANELS
ALUMINUM EXTRUSION

RWX4-F RWX4-M

RWX4-T

STRUCT. COLUMN

NOTE:
PANELS OVER 24" IN WIDTH OR HEIGHT 4mm ALUMINUM
REQUIRE STIFFENERS AT 30" O.C MAX. COMPOSITE PANEL

STIFFENER PROFILE SQUARE COLUMN

STIFFENER LAYOUTS

D20 D21
STIFFENER LAYOUTS SQUARE COLUMN

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CONTROL LINE
PLUMB PANELS
CONTROL LINE SHIM AS REQUIRED
AS YOU GO

FACE OF PANEL ± 6"

3. The second panel (B) is installed in the

1. First set up a control line that is several
2. The first panel (A) is set in the starter. Clip desired direction on the male leg using
inches above the top of panel so you
fastening the panel along the top through 1/2” shims between the panels to insure a
can measure down to keep the panel
the male extrusion. Make sure the panel consistent joint. Shim as required to keep
level. Next install a starter clip along the
is level and plumb. panels level. It is very important to keep
floor that is level to set the panels on.
the vertical joint plumb. If you have any
corner panels, you will have problems if
they are not.

4. Working vertically, the next panel

(C) is set on the male leg of the
lower panel using 1⁄2˝ shims to
insure a consistent joint. Make sure
to align the panel with the lower
panels, level & plumb as you go.

5. The next panel (D) is set on the male

leg of the lower panel using 1⁄2˝ shims
to insure a consistent joint. Make sure
to align with the panels already hung.
Level & plum as you go.

8. When caulking to masonry or a porous

material it may be necessary to tape the
edge of the joint to keep the caulk off
7. When you have the plastic peeled off the
the adjacent material. A silicone sealant
panels, start putting the backer rod in
can be very hard to clean off masonry.
the joints. For a 1⁄2˝ joint you will want to
6. When you have an area hung you can When it is time to tool the caulk, a tool
use a 7⁄8˝ backer rod. The backer needs
go back and start putting in the backer with a convex edge is recommended to
to be a maximum of 38˝ deep into the
rod and get ready to start caulking. keep the caulk within the joint. Tooling
joint. You are then ready to start
Apply the caulking as directed by your should be done with one pass with light
caulking. For the most amount of
local retailer. pressure. This can be one of the most
movement it is suggested that a 2 to 1
important jobs. Take your time.
ratio (width to depth) is used.

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