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GLASS BLOCK PRODUCTS & DESIGN INFORMATION
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TABLE OF CONTENTSIntroduction ..............................................................................2
Glass Block Benefits & Applications .....................................3-5
Glass Block Products. ...........................................................6-7
Physical & Design Data .......................................................8-10
Fire Ratings and Code Information ........................................11
Accessories.............................................................................12
Typical Construction Details..............................................12-18
Typical Details For Fire Rated Construction ..........................15
Standard Specifications ....................................................18-19
Residential Products ................................................Back Cover
Pittsburgh Corning Corporation has been
manufacturing Pittsburgh Corning Glass Block
products since 1937 and today is the only domestic
manufacturer in North America. The company
recognizes its responsibility to provide a variety of
products and to furnish accurate descriptive and
technical information which will help the design
professional select and specify Pittsburgh Corning
Glass Block products.
The comprehensive variety of patterns, styles
and sizes available have been designed to work
together in your projects as a total system.
Pittsburgh Corning stands behind all its glass
block when used exclusively with Pittsburgh
Corning accessory products by offering a limited
five-year warranty.
ISO 9001:2000 Certification
assures that Pittsburgh Corning is
committed to quality innovation.
www.pittsburghcorning.comfeatures application photos, product information,
specifications, installation details, literature,
continuing education, case histories, and much
more information on how to design with Pittsburgh
Corning Glass Block products.
This easy to use system is powered by SketchUp®,an award-winning designprogram that allows you to create, view andmodify your designs in 3D.It allows you to take your designs from initialconcepts all the waythrough detailing anddocumentation.
PITTSBURGH CORNING’S NEW EZ DESIGN GLASS BLOCK LIBRARY
The EZ Design Libraryfeatures: • ProVantage™ Glass Block
Installation System
• Traditional MortarInstallation System
• Predesigned Applications
You can design with anyshape or size PittsburghCorning Glass Block andthe installation method isalready taken into account.Plus, the EZ DesignLibrary will tell youexactly what materials youneed based on your design.
Please visit our website at www.pittsburghcorning.com to access this useful tool.
“ We selected the glass block to create a visually stunning separation between the research and clinical
pavilions. It enabled the transmission of natural daylight into the labs and treatment areas while still
maintaining the appropriate degree of privacy. The use of glass block greatly contributed to the
Hillman Cancer Center’s artful expression of both the functional and emotional needs of the clinical
pavilion dedicated to healing, and the opportunity for interaction and flexibility of a research pavilion
dedicated to finding a cure.” – Mihai Marcu, AIA, President, IKM Inc.
ON THE COVER:Lake Dallas High School, Dallas, TX // Architect: DMS ArchitectsVISTABRIK® Solid Glass Block and VUE® Pattern
North Hollywood Police Station, N. Hollywood, CA // Architect: Meyer & Allen AssociatesARGUS® Pattern and HEDRON® Corner Block
Lawrence College, Appleton, WI // VUE® Pattern
Appalachian State University, School of Business, Boone, NCArchitect: J.N. Pease Associates // VUE® Pattern
Circle of Design Excellence Award WinnerSponsored by Pittsburgh Corning, this program recognizes those designs where glass
block forms a prominent architectural feature of a building, either interior or exterior.
Hillman Cancer Center, Pittsburgh, PA // Architect: IKM Inc.
PITTSBURGH CORNINGGLASS BLOCK
Big opportunities generallymean big challenges. So whenArmstrong Kaulbach Architectsdesigned the first new building,Lloyd Hall (see photo above),on Philadelphia’s BoathouseRow, they were looking at aonce-a-century challenge. It had
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Veteran’s Administration Hospital Chapel, Detroit, MIArchitect: Smith, Hinchman & Grylls, Inc. // DECORA® Pattern
(l to r): AT&T Information Systems, Weston, MADesigner: Hugh Stubbins & Associates // VUE® Pattern
Zcon Builders Building, Oakland, CAArchitect: Sandy & Babcock Architects // VUE® Pattern
Lloyd Hall, Philadelphia, PA // Architect: Armstrong Kaulbach Architects // VISTABRIK® Solid Glass Block, VUE® Pattern
Regional Transit District Station, Denver, COVISTABRIK® Solid Glass Block, VUE® Pattern
“ This building is going to be used
for everything from black tie
parties to basketball games.
So every inch of this place has
to endure years of hard wear –
and look great doing it.
VISTABRIK® Glass Block has
the perfect balance of durability,
security and sheer beauty
to make this place special.”
– Lisa Armstrong, AIA, ArchitectArmstrong Kaulbach Architects
Extraordinarily versatile and available in many aesthetically pleasing sizes and styles, glass block offers virtually limitless design possibilities. Glass block walls, partitions and windowscombine the delicate beauty and light transmission of glass with the strength of glass block.
BEAUTY AND VERSATILITYWhen top architects need to add security to their projects,Pittsburgh Corning answers with a range of solutions:
Premiere SeriesAvailable in the widest range of sizes, shapes and patterns,these blocks offer enhancedresistance to impact, fire, sound transmission, graffiti and weather.
THICKSET® SeriesThese thicker-faced blocks offerall the performance features of our Premiere Series but withan extra reduction in soundtransmission and increased fire resistance available in 60-or 90-minute ratings.
VISTABRIK® Glass BlockThree inches of solid glass blockmake this the top-performingproduct offering the highestballistic ratings, resistance toimpact and sound transmissionwhile still transmitting 80% ofavailable light
SECURITY
University of New Hampshire // DECORA® Pattern
to be big without dwarfing itsneighbors. A modern classicwith 19th century charm and 21st century convenience. They achieved this with askylit, peaked profile and athree-sided exposure ofVISTABRIK® Glass Block.
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VISIBILITY/LIGHTTRANSMISSIONGlass block provides exceptionalvisibility in compliance withADA guidelines for enclosedareas. It is also scratch-resistantand transmits up to 80% ofavailable light in both directionswithout any yellowing, cloudingor weathering.
NOISERESISTANTThree inches of solid glassmakes VISTABRIK® a densebarrier to sounds from trains,traffic, crowds, sirens, andmachinery with a 53 STC level.THICKSET® Series Block STCranges between 48-50, andPremiere Series Glass Block 35 to 40.
BULLETRESISTANTUL® tested and approved forLevels 1, 2, and 6, VISTABRIK®
resists penetration from high-impact ballistics, including 9mmand .357 magnum bullets.
GRAFFITIRESISTANTGlass block resists damage andis easy to clean.
ENERGYCONSERVATIONGlass block can provide more than double the thermalresistance (R-Value) of single-glaze 1/8" thick plate glass. Thedifferences between the shadingcoefficient of glass block andflat sheet glass is also significant.Contributing to this is the lou-vering effect of glass block’shorizontal mortar joints, whichhelps reduce light transmissionfrom the higher summer sun.The size and orientation of theblock can greatly affect theamount of shading that canoccur. Now with the advent ofnew energy codes, solar heatgain has become an importantissue. Glass block can satisfythe higher SHGC (Solar HeatGain Coefficient) requirementsof northern states, as well as lower SHGC requirements ofsouthern states with the SRT(Solar Reflective Tint) glass block.
“ We started with the vertical elements of the garages – the elevator towers –
and using the VUE® pattern, turned it into a virtual wayfinder system. Then, we
continued that theme with small wayfinder devices – information pylons using
ESSEX® AA – throughout the garages.” – Graham Davidson, Architect
University of Toledo - Nitschke AuditoriumARGUS® Pattern and VUE® Pattern
Terminal A Parking Garage, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Washington, D.C.Architect: Hartman-Cox Architects (In association with HNTG Corporation) // DECORA®, ESSEX® AA and VUE® Patterns
Swindon Market – Swindon, Wiltshire, U.K. // Architect: Harrison Patience, Architect // VUE® Pattern
University of New Hampshire // DECORA® Pattern
An important feature of glass block, critical to safe building design, is the product’s inherent fire-resistance property. By varying theface thickness of the product and conforming to installation specifications, Pittsburgh Corning is able to offer a family of fire ratedproducts approved and rated according to Underwriters Laboratory (UL®)‚ standards. Glass block are available in 45-, 60- and 90-minuteratings for window assemblies. See pages 11 and 15 for additional technical information. Visit our website at www.pittsburghcorning.comfor electronic details.
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Pittsburgh Corning Glass Blockmet the requirements of Section1630.2, (Vol. 2) of the 1994Uniform Building Code whichgoverned seismic design ofnonstructural componentssupported by structures.
The Northridge, CA earthquakeon January 17, 1994 was thelargest earthquake in the UnitedStates to have its epicenter inan urban area. A detailedsurvey was made of theperformance of structurescontaining Pittsburgh Corningglass block panel applications.In all sites visited, the glassblock walls and panel systemsthat were designed andconstructed in accordance with Pittsburgh Corning
EARTHQUAKE RESISTANCEspecifications and the provisionof the Uniform Building Coderesisted the seismic forceswithout failure.
Glass block panels inherentlyhave attributes that make themvery safe in earthquakes,including the fact that sinceglass block panels are isolatedfrom the framing withexpansion joints, the glassblock are better able to resistthe seismic forces independentof their surrounding frames. In summary, glass block paneldesign criteria currentlyspecified in the UBC providesan excellent architecturalproduct that performed verywell during the Northridgeearthquake.
PREMIERE SERIES• Includes the largest selection of patterns and
sizes for the utmost in design flexibility.• All patterns are classified by UL®‚ for use in
45-minute rated window assemblies.• All sizes available are rated except 12" x 12"
and shapes.• Nominal face thickness: 0.25"
THICKSET® 60 Block• Classified by UL®‚ for use as 45-or 60-minute rated
window assemblies.• Nominal face thickness: 0.375"
THICKSET® 90 Block• Classified by UL®‚ for use as 45-, 60- or 90-minute
rated window assemblies.• Nominal face thickness: 0.75"
VISTABRIK® Solid Glass Block• The ultimate glass block solution, 3 solid inches of
glass which resists bullets, fire, noise, and graffiti.• Classified by UL®‚ for use as 45-, 60- or 90-minute
rated window assemblies.• Actual face thickness: 3.0"
FIRE RESISTANTCombined Operations Center // Heathrow Airport, U.K. // Architect: Nicholas Grimshaw & Partners // VUE® Pattern
“ This building had to embody the LAPD’s more open, community-oriented mission.
The ARGUS® pattern glass block was really critical in creating that openness.
It gives us the perfect balance of light and security.” – Clifton Allen, Architect
North Hollywood Police Station, N. Hollywood, CA // Architect: Meyer & Allen AssociatesARGUS® Pattern and HEDRON® Corner Block
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ARGUS® PatternRounded perpendicular flutes diffuse light whileallowing maximum lighttransmission and a medium degree of privacy.
ARGUS®
Parallel Fluted PatternRounded parallel flutes oneach face diffuse light whileallowing maximum lighttransmission and a mediumdegree of privacy. Complimentsthe SPYRA® pattern.
DECORA® PatternWith its trademark wavyundulations, this pattern provides maximum lighttransmission with subtlevisual distortion. The nondirectional faces makeinstallation quick.
ESSEX® AA PatternThe fine grid design of theclosely spaced ridges in thispattern offers moderate light transmission and amaximum degree of privacy.
IceScapes® PatternNon-directional pattern letslight in without sacrificingprivacy. Maximum light transmission/medium to maximum privacy.
SPYRA® PatternSPYRA® Pattern gives youmany options for decorativepatterns, such as bold circles,rounded corners and the illusions of waves. Maximum light transmission and minimal privacy
VUE® PatternFaces are smooth and undistorted to transmit themost light and allow ultimatevisibility. This is your bestchoice for passive solar collection and visual clarity.
TRIDRON 45º Block®
DECORA® and IceScapes® PatternsThe unique shape of this block lets you create everything from 45-degree angles to full circles.
HEDRON® Corner Block DECORA® and IceScapes® PatternsHexagonal corner unit allows you to form 90-degree corners result-ing in a gently rounded continuous glass face.
ARQUE® Block DECORA® and IceScapes® PatternsARQUE® Block is a brilliant way to create smooth,graceful curves and columns. ARQUE® Block formsa consistent, tight curve ideally suited forcolumns.
ENDBLOCK™ Finishing Unit DECORA® and IceScapes® Patterns 8" x 8"The rounded, finished surface on one edge of theseblocks makes them virtually disappear when used vertically or horizontally on the edges of panels, wallsor dividers.
ENDBLOCK™ Finishing Unit DECORA® and IceScapes® Patterns 6" x 8"The rounded, finished surface on one edge of these blocksmakes them virtually disappear when used vertically or horizontally on the edges of panels, walls or dividers.
ENCURVE® Block, DECORA® and IceScapes® PatternsArched, soft edges to round out your design options or finish panels. Use with 8" X 8" EndBlock Finishing Units for a stepped panel.
SHAPES AND FINISHING UNITS
Pittsburgh Corning’s Premiere Series
Glass Block exhibit a multifaceted
character that begins with the
transparent/ translucent sparkling
beauty of glass itself. The wide range
of glass block provide proven
performance, and the best selection
of types, thickness, sizes, shapes and
patterns; plus a variety of installation
methods to allow you truly unique
executions of your most exciting ideas....
your inspired designs.
PREMIERE SERIESGLASS BLOCK
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DECORA® LX PatternFibrous glass insert addsmoderate thermal and lightcharacteristics. Maximum privacy. Please note: The “LX”fibrous glass insert is availablein other patterns and sizes byspecial order. Minimum orderquantities apply.
HEDRON® LX CornerBlock DECORA® PatternHexagonal corner unit allows you to form 90-degree corners resulting in a gently rounded continuous glass face.
THICKSET® BlockCutaways show the greater face thickness of the THICKSET® Series Block.THICKSET® 60 Block on leftvs. the THICKSET® 90 Blockon right.
THICKSET 60 Block DECORA® PatternTHICKSET 60 block provides60-minute fire rating. TheDECORA® pattern providesmaximum light transmissionwith subtle visual distortion.The nondirectional facesmake installation quick.
THICKSET® 60 Block VUE® PatternTHICKSET® 60 block provides60-minute fire rating. The VUE® pattern transmitsthe most light and allowsultimate visibility.
THICKSET® 90 BlockDECORA® PatternTHICKSET 90 block providesa 90-minute fire rating. TheDECORA® pattern providesmaximum light transmissionwith subtle visual distortion.The nondirectional facesmake installation quick.
THICKSET® 90 BlockENDURA™ PatternTHICKSET 90 block provides a 90-minute fire rating. The ENDURA™ pattern’s narrow flutes provide moderate light transmission/maximum privacy.
THICKSET® 90 Block VUE® PatternTHICKSET 90 block provides a 90-minute fire rating. The VUE® pattern transmitsthe most light and allowsultimate visibility.
VISTABRIK® Solid Glass BlockThree inches of solid glass. Clear visibility, durable, impact, vandal andbullet resistant, low maintenance andaesthetically attractive. Excellent lighttransmission. Available in 8" x 8", 4" x 8" and 3" x 8" sizes.
VISTABRIK® STIPPLEDSolid Glass BlockSolid 3" thickness of glass with a stippled finish to add privacy.Durable, impact, vandaland bullet resistant, lowmaintenance and aestheti-cally attractive. Good lighttransition/medium privacy.
VISTABRIK® PaverOne and a half inches of solid glass. Clear, durable,low maintenance. Excellentlight transmission. For horizontal applications only.
VISTABRIK®
45°/90° CORNER Solid Glass BlockSlight radius for corners or angles. Clear visibility,durable, impact, vandal and bullet resistant, low maintenance and aesthetically attractive.Excellent light transmission.
DECORA® PatternWith its trademark wavyundulations, this pattern provides maximum lighttransmission with subtlevisual distortion. The nondirectional faces makeinstallation quick.
DELPHI® PatternThis raised diamond designlends a prismatic effect to the light it transmits.Moderate light transmissionand maximum privacy. DELPHI® Pattern available inThinline™ Series only.
IceScapes® PatternNon-directional pattern letslight in without sacrificingprivacy. Maximum light transmission/medium to maximum privacy.
EndBlock™ Finishing Unit, DECORA® PatternFor finishing horizontal or vertical edges of panels. This 4" x 8" size available inThinline™ Series only.
PC® Custom Signature BlockCustom manufactured withyour corporate logo or otherdesign pressed into one orboth inside surfaces of aneight inch square, standardunit. Special Order Only
SRT™ Glass Block Wavy and Clear PatternsFeatures a metal oxide coating on the inside surface of theblock which greatly reflects solar energy while reducing thepassage of sunlight.
SPECIALTY GLASS BLOCK
THINLINE™ SERIES GLASS BLOCKThinline™ Series Glass Block are for limited areas in interior and exterior residential applications and light commercial applications.
PHYSICAL & DESIGN DATA
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PREMIERE SERIES GLASS BLOCK PRODUCTS
1 Size: Block are manufactured to a ± 1/16" (2mm) tolerance.2 Heat Transmission/Thermal Transmission: Winter night values.To calculate instantaneous heat gain through glass panels, seeASHRAE HANDBOOK OF FUNDAMENTALS, 1997, Section 29.26.
3 Light Transmission: Values ±5%.4 Light Transmission/Shading Coefficient: Estimated figuresbased on accumulated data.
5 Shading Coefficient: Based on 8"-sq. units; ratio of heat gain through glass block panels vs. that through a single lightof double-strength sheet glass under specific conditions.
6 Sound Transmission: Assembly construction with KWiK’N EZ®
Silicone System.7 SHGC: Default values as interpreted from International EnergyConservation Code.
Pattern Nominal Size1 (mm) Weight (lb/ft2) Heat Transmission2 Thermal Resistance2 Visible Light Shading Sound Solar Heat Gain(Actual size is 1/4" less installed U Value R Value Transmission3 Coef.5 Transmission Coefficient7
than nominal) with mortar (Btu/hr ft2 ºF) (hr ft2 ºF/Btu) (%) S.T.C.
Standard Premiere Series Block—Nominal Thickness = 4"; Actual Thickness + 37⁄8" (98mm)ARGUS® 6" x 6" (146mm) 20 0.51 1.96 75 0.65 37 .66-.687
8" x 8" (197mm) 20 0.51 1.96 75 0.65 39 .66-.687
12" x 12" (299mm) 20 0.51 1.96 75 0.65 35 .66-.687
ARGUS®
Parallel Fluted 8" x 8" (197mm) 20 0.51 1.96 75 0.65 39 .66-.687
DECORA® 6" x 6" (146mm) 20 0.51 1.96 75 0.65 37 .66-.687
8" x 8" (197mm) 20 0.51 1.96 75 0.65 39 .66-.687
12" x 12" (299mm) 20 0.51 1.96 75 0.65 35 .66-.687
4" x 8" (95 x 197mm) 20 0.51 1.96 75 0.65 .66-.687
6" x 8" (146 x 197mm) 20 0.51 1.96 75 0.65 .66-.687
ESSEX® AA 8" x 8" (197mm) 20 0.51 1.96 504 0.454 39 .66-.687
IceScapes® 8" x 8" (197mm) 20 0.51 1.96 75 0.65 39 .66-.687
4" x 8" (95 x 197mm) 20 0.51 1.96 75 0.65 .66-.687
6" x 8" (146 x 197mm) 20 0.51 1.96 75 0.65 .66-.687
SPYRA® 8" x 8" (197mm) 20 0.51 1.96 75 0.65 39 .66-.687
VUE® 6" x 6" (146mm) 20 0.51 1.96 75 0.65 37 .66-.687
8" x 8" (197mm) 20 0.51 1.96 75 0.65 39 .66-.687
12" x 12" (299mm) 20 0.51 1.96 75 0.65 35 .66-.687
4" x 8" (95 x 197mm) 20 0.51 1.96 75 0.65 .66-.687
6" x 8" (146 x 197mm) 20 0.51 1.96 75 0.65 .66-.687
DECORA® 6" x 6" (146mm) 20 0.48 2.06 50-554 0.454 .56“LX” Filter 8" x 8" (197mm) 20 0.48 2.06 50-554 0.454 40 .56
12" x 12" (299mm) 20 0.48 2.06 50-554 0.454 .56
Solar Reflective Glass BlockSRT Clear 190 mm x 190mm x 95 mm (metric size) 20 0.58 1.72 30 0.55 .40SRT Wavy 190 mm x 190 mm x 95 mm (metric size) 20 0.57 1.75 30 0.55 .34
THICKSET® Block—Nominal Thickness = 4"; Actual Thickness + 37⁄8" (98mm)THICKSET® 60Block— 8" x 8" (197mm) 25 0.51 1.96
VUE®=750.65 48 .66-.687
DECORA® & VUE®DECORA®=49
THICKSET® 90Block— 6" x 6" (146mm) 30 0.51 1.96
VUE®=700.65 50 .66-.687
DECORA®DECORA®=38
THICKSET® 90Block— 8" x 8" (197mm) 30 0.51 1.96
VUE®=700.65 50 .66-.687
DECORA® & VUE®DECORA®=38
THICKSET® 90Block— 8" x 8" (197mm) 30 0.51 1.96 38 0.65 50 .66-.687
ENDURA™
VISTABRIK® Solid Glass Block—See Nominal/Actual Sizes ListedVISTABRIK® 8" x 8" x 3" NominalSolid Glass 75⁄8" x 75⁄8" x 3" Actual 40 0.87 1.15 80
53.75-.787
Block (194mm x 194mm x 76mm)(NRC=0.05)
3" x 8" x 3" Nominal3" x 75⁄8" x 3" Actual 40 0.87 1.15 80 .75-.787
(76mm x 194mm x 76mm)(Paver) 8" x 8" x 11⁄2" Nominal
75⁄8" x 75⁄8" x 11⁄2" Actual N/A 0.87 1.15 80 .75-.787
(76mm x 194mm x 38mm)4" x 8" x 3" Nominal
35⁄8" x 75⁄8" x 3" Actual 40 0.87 1.15 80 .75-.787
(92mm x 194mm x 76mm)STIPPLE Finish 8" x 8" x 3" Nominal
75⁄8" x 75⁄8" x 3" Actual 40 0.87 1.15 8053
.75-.787
(194mm x 194mm x 76mm)(NRC=0.05)
Thinline™ Series Block—Nominal Thickness = 3"; Actual Thickness + 31⁄8" (79mm)DECORA® 6" x 6" (146mm) 16 0.57 1.75 75 0.65 .66-687
8" x 8" (197mm) 16 0.57 1.75 75 0.65 316 .66-687
4" x 8" (95 x 197mm) 16 0.57 1.75 75 0.65 .66-687
6" x 8" (146 x 197mm) 16 0.57 1.75 75 0.65 .66-687
IceScapes® 6" x 6" (146mm) 16 0.57 1.75 75 0.65 .66-687
6" x 8" (146 x 197mm) 16 0.57 1.75 75 0.65 .66-687
8" x 8" (197mm) 16 0.57 1.75 75 0.65 316 .66-687
DELPHI® 6"x 6" (146mm) 16 0.57 1.75 75 0.65 .66-687
8" x 8" (197mm) 16 0.57 1.75 75 0.65 316 .66-687
4" x 8" (95 x 197mm) 16 0.57 1.75 75 0.65 .66-687
6" x 8" (146 x 197mm) 16 0.57 1.75 75 0.65 .66-687
1⁄8" FLAT SHEET GLASS COMPARISON (3mm) 1.04 0.96 90 1.00 28
MAXIMUM PANEL DIMENSIONS*
A = Area H = Height W = Width
* Uniform Building Code (UBC) limits exterior height and width to 15 feet.** All exterior areas and dimensions are based on 20 psf design windload with 2.7 safety factor.
NUMBER OF BLOCK FOR 100 SQ. FT. PANEL
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EndBlock™ Finishing Units EndBlock™ Finishing Unit
PREMIERE SERIES THINLINE™ SERIES
HEDRON® Corner Unit TRIDRON 45° Block® Unit ENCURVE® Finishing Unit ARQUE® Block Unit
3 1/8"
3 3/4"
7 3/4"
3 7/8"
5 3/4"
7 3/4"
3 7/8"
7 3/4"
7 3/4" 7 3/4"
5 3/4"
3 7/8"
5 3/4"
3 7/8"
7 3/4"
2 1/4 " 2 1/4"
1 1/4"
3 7/8 "
3 7/8"
7 3/4"
7 3/4"
3 7/8"
3 7/8" 7 3 /4
"
3 7 /8
"
7 3/4"
5 3/4"
4 1/2"
3 7/8"
DECORA® & IceScapes® Patterns
8" HighPremiere Series
DECORA® &IceScapes® Patterns
8" HighPremiere Series
DECORA® Pattern8" High
Thinline™ Series Only
DECORA® & IceScapes®
Patterns8" High
Premiere Series
DECORA® & IceScapes®
Patterns8" High
Premiere Series
DECORA® & IceScapes® Patterns
8" SquarePremiere Series
DECORA® & IceScapes® Patterns
8" HighPremiere Series
INSTALLED PANEL WEIGHTRefer to Table on page 8 forweight of panels installed withmortar. Glass block panelsinstalled with the KWiK’N EZ®
Rigid Track Silicone System areup to 25% lighter (weigh 25%less per square foot) thanpanels installed with mortar.Local building codes should bechecked for any limits on panelsizes or installation details.
NON-LOAD BEARINGGlass block panels are non-loadbearing; adequate provisionsmust be made for support ofconstruction above thesepanels. Panels are mortared atthe sill, with jamb and headdetails designed to provide forbuilding movement and linteldeflection. The compressivestrength (for informationpurposes only) of all hollowglass block is 400 to 600 psi.;of all THICKSET® Series GlassBlock is 2500 psi.; and of allVISTABRIK® Series is 80,000 psi.
THERMAL EXPANSIONCOEFFICIENTThe thermal expansion coefficientof glass block is 47 x 10–7 /(ºF).
DETAILED DRAWINGSStructural members illustrated on page 14 and other “detail”pages indicate principles ofconstruction. Member sizesshould be determined bystructural analysis to avoidexcessive deflections. Maximum deflection shouldnot exceed L/600.
PREMIERE SERIES AND Thinline™ SERIESAll glass block illustrated arePremiere Series Glass Block, the 4" nominal thick products.Modify as necessary forThinline™ Series, the 3"nominal thick units orVISTABRIK® Solid Glass Block,3" actual thickness. PittsburghCorning recommends that theuse of the Thinline™ Series unitsbe limited to light commercialand residential applications.
FINISHING UNITS
MORTAR MIX AND ESTIMATING TABLESAn optimum mortar mix for installing Pittsburgh Corning Glass Block is:
GLASS BLOCK BETWEEN TRIDRON 45° BLOCK®
a (in.) s (in.) d (in.)
None 4.75 11.45 12.40
1 - 4" x 8" x 4" 8.75 21.08 22.83
1 - 6" x 8" x 4" 10.75 25.90 28.05
1 - 8" x 8" x 4" 12.75 30.72 33.27
1 - 4" x 8" x 4" + 1 - 8" x 8" x 4" 16.75 40.36 43.71
2 - 8" x 8" x 4" 20.75 50.00 54.15
1 - 4" x 8" x 4" + 2 - 8" x 8" x 4" 24.75 59.64 64.59
3 - 8" x 8" x 4" 28.75 69.28 75.03
d
s
aa = 0.415 sd = 1.083 s
Columns can be All-TRIDRON 45° Block® (left) or interspersed with 4" x 8" or 8" x 8" glass block.
NOTE: All mortar joints are 1/4."
Premiere Series Thinline™ Series VISTABRIK®
A H W A H W A H W(Sq.Ft.) (Ft.) (Ft.) (Sq.Ft.) (Ft.) (Ft.) (Sq.Ft.) (Ft.) (Ft.)
EXTERIOR** 144 20 25 85 10 15 100 10 10
INTERIOR 250 20 25 150 10 15 150 10 15
Portland Cement Lime Sand
1 Part 1⁄2 Part 3.4 Parts
1.0 cubic foot 0.5 cubic foot 3.4 cubic feet
Block Sizes (Nominal) 6" 8" 12" 4" x 8" 6" x 8"
Number of Block 400 225 100 450 300
RADIUS MINIMUMS FOR CURVED PANEL CONSTRUCTION
Area of Panel in Sq. Ft.
Max
. W
ind
Load
in P
ound
s/S
q. F
t.
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
160
140
120
100
80
60
40
20
0
S.F = 2.0 6' x 12'
8' x 8'
6' x 6'
4' x 4'
4' x 8'
Area of Panel in Sq. Ft.
Max
. W
ind
Load
, P
ound
s/S
q. F
t.
0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 220 240 260
160
120
80
40
0
Load,psf
20406080
100120140160
Wind Speed(V), mph
78111135156175192207221
P = 0.00327V2
4' x 4'
VISTABRIK® & THINLINE™ SeriesS.F. = 2.7
4' x 8'
7'4" x 7'4"
10' x 10'
6' x 12'
SAFETY FACTOR 2.7
4' x 4'
5' x 10'
10' x 10'14' x 7'4"
12' x 12'10' x 20' 16' x 16'
PHYSICAL & DESIGN DATA
10
Curved
90
° Arc
(32" Min. Radiu
s- 4
" x8"
Blo
ck)
(481 /2"Min.
Radi
us- 6
" Squ
are
Blo
ck)
(65" Min.
Radi
us- 8
" Squ
are
Blo
ck)
NOT TO SCALE
(981/2" Min. Radius -12" Square
Block)
FlatFlat
Intermediate Expansion Joints& Supports
PANELREINFORCING
Curved
Curved
Flat
Curved
Intermediate Expansion Joints & Supports
INSIDE RADIUS MINIMUMS FOR CURVED PANELCONSTRUCTION
WIND LOAD RESISTANCE – MORTAR SYSTEM(Based on Standard Nominal 4" Thick Premiere Series Glass Block. Installed with mortar. Based on 2.7 Safety Factor)
WIND LOADRESISTANCE – KWiK’N EZ® SYSTEM(Based on Standard Nominal 4" Thick Premiere Series Glass Block Installed with KWiK’N EZ® Silicone System). Based on 2.0 Safety Factor.
ARQUE® Block used along with other Pittsburgh Corning Block sizes, allows you to form consistentcurves of various radii. Radii shown are to inside face of curve.
38" R
adiu
s—
ARQU
E® Bloc
k with8" x 8" Block
31" R
adiu
s—
ARQU
E® Bloc
k with6" x 8" Block
25" R
adiu
s—
ARQU
E® Bloc
k with4" x 8" Block
12" R
adiu
s—
ARQUE® Block
NOTES:1. It is suggested that curved areas be
separated from flat areas byintermediate expansion joints andsupports, as indicated in thesedrawings.
2. When straight, ladder-type reinforcingis used on curved walls, the innermostparallel wire may be cut periodicallyand bent to accommodate thecurvature of the wall.
RESISTANCE TO SURFACE CONDENSATIONOutside Temperature in Degrees (°F)
% o
f In
teri
or R
elat
ive
Hum
idit
y
Chart based on insidetemperature of 70° F.
Premiere SeriesThinline™ SeriesVISTABRIK®
flat glass single-glazed
-30.00 -20.00 -10.00 0.00 10.00 20.00 30.00 40.0080.00
60.00
40.00
20.00
0.00
VISTABRIK®
Thinline™ Series
Premiere Series
flat glass single-glazed
Example: At a relative humidity of 40%, an outside temperature of approximately -3 ºF will cause condensation on Premiere Series Glass Block or approximately 3 ºF above zero on Thinline™
Series block. Under the same conditions, condensation will form on a single-glazed flat glass window at 34 ºF above zero.
Block Inside Number Vertical Joint ThicknessSize Radius of Blocks In Inches
Inches in 90º Arc Inside Outside4" x 8" 32 13 1/8
5/8
6" x 6" 483⁄8 13 1/85/8
8" x 8" 65 13 1/85/8
12" x 12" 981⁄2 13 1/85/8
FIRE RATINGS — GLASS BLOCK ASSEMBLIESPremiere Series Glass Blocks, THICKSET® 60 Blocks, THICKSET® 90 Blocks and VISTABRIK® Solid Glass Block units have been tested and classified by Underwriters Laboratories (UL®) for use in fire-rated window assemblies to panel sizes and dimension limitations as listed.
FIRE RATINGS
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All sizes (exceptions listed below) ofPremiere Series and Thinline™ Seriesglass blocks have at least a 45 minutefire rating when used as a windowassembly within a one hour fire-ratedwall assembly. All THICKSET® 90(thick-faced) and solid glass blockshave fire ratings of up to 90 minutes,and the THICKSET® 60 and ESSEX®
AA Pattern glass blocks have fireratings of up to 60 minutes, whenused as window assemblies and whenpermitted by code.
Pittsburgh Corning Glass Block unitsthat are not fire-rated:• All 12" x 12" sizes• All DELPHI®‚ pattern block• All HEDRON® Corner block,
TRIDRON 45º Block® units,EndBlock®, ENCURVE® andARQUE® finishing units
• All paver units• VISTABRIK® Corner Block
PANEL SIZES AND DIMENSIONLIMITATIONSPittsburgh Corning Glass Block listedabove have been tested and classifiedby Underwriters Laboratories® (UL®)for use as fire-rated windowassemblies to panel sizes anddimension limitations listed below:• With the exception of all
12" x 12" sizes, finishing blocks,corner blocks and the DELPHI®
pattern block, all Premiere Seriesand Thinline™ Series glass blocks inpanels up to 120 square feet inmasonry walls or 94 square feet innon-masonry walls are classified byUnderwriters Laboratories‚ for useas 45-minute rated windowassemblies.
• The Uniform Building Code (U.B.C.)limits the area of 45-minute ratedwindow assemblies to 84 squarefeet, with no dimension exceeding12 feet. These panels are usuallyacceptable as window assembliesfor use in fire separation walls thatare rated one hour or less.
• THICKSET® 60 Block are listed foruse as 45- or 60-minute fire ratedwindow assemblies in panels up to100 square feet.
• THICKSET® 90 Block andVISTABRIK® Solid Glass Block are all listed for use as 45-, 60- or90-minute fire rated windowassemblies in panels up to 100square feet.
• Where permitted by building codes,glass block fire-rated windowassemblies having a fire resistancerating of not less than 45 minutesmay be used as “openingprotectives.” These assemblies shall not exceed 25% of the wallareas separating a tenancy from a corridor or a corridor from anenclosed vertical opening or onefire-rated area from another fire-rated area.
• Exception: Although glass blockmasonry systems have been testedas window assemblies (not wallassemblies), they may be used as one hour fire partitions asrequired for corridors in theenclosure of atriums only whensprinkler protection is provided on occupied sides.
45- AND 60-MINUTE RATEDCONSTRUCTION• All 45- and 60-minute rated
Pittsburgh Corning Glass Blockmay be used in both masonry andnon-masonry (steel or wood studframing with gypsum board) walls.
• These rated glass block windowsmay be framed and anchored with either PC® Panel Anchorconstruction or channel-typerestraints.
• The use of a fire retardant typesealant for head and jamb locationsis required.
• Specifications and constructiondetails for such panels are as perPittsburgh Corning Corporationrecommendations.
• Non-masonry, fire-rated steel studwith gypsum board wall assembliesmust conform to UL® listed wallassembly #U465.
• Framing and support of the ratedglass block window assembly shallbe provided with double-studdingat the jamb locations with height ofsupporting wall limited to no morethan 3 feet.
90-MINUTE RATED CONSTRUCTION• Where permitted by building codes,
all 90-minute rated PittsburghCorning Glass Block may be usedin masonry walls only.
• 90-minute rated glass blockwindow assemblies must be framedand anchored with 1/4" thick steel(not aluminum) channel-typerestraints or masonry chases. Theuse of panel anchor construction is not permitted.
• The use of a fire retardant typesealant for head and jamb locationsis required.
• Specifications and constructiondetails of such panels are as perPittsburgh Corning Corporationrecommendations.
• Twice the typical thickness (3/4" total) of expansion material is required at head and jamblocations.
45-MINUTE RATED CURVEDCONSTRUCTION• The glass blocks noted under
90-minute rating and those 8" x 8" x 4" sized glass blocknoted under 45-minute rating areclassified for use in masonry wallsas curved window assemblies,provided that the radius of theassembly is at least twice theopening width (i.e. chord length).
CODE COMPLIANCEAll of our fire-rated glass blockproducts are listed in the Underwriters
Laboratories current issue of the FireResistance Directory – Volume 3. A listing of our products can also beviewed on the UnderwritersLaboratories Website at www.ul.com. • U.L. Classification: R2556
(For Glass Block)• Underwriters Laboratories of
Canada Guide Number 230I7 (For Glass Block)
• U.L. Classification: R18572 (For Plastic Spacers)
• In accordance with NFPA 80,Chapter 14
CITY CODE APPROVALS• New York City Materials and
Equipment Acceptance MEA 406- 90-M. Vol.IV
• Los Angeles Research Report RR-24486
• Eugene, OR, “Approved GlassProducts, Storm Windows, andInsulated Window Units”
• Dade County Acceptance• State of Florida Approvals• Texas Department of Insurance
WIN #s 62, 63, and 64
BUILDING CODE AND NATIONALSTANDARDS REFERENCES:• The BOCA National Building Code
(N.B.C.)• The Standard Building Code
(SBCCI)• The Uniform Building Code
(U.B.C.)• International Building Code (IBC)• Canadian Standards Association
(CSA) A371-94 “MasonryConstruction for Buildings”
• Canadian Standards Association(CSA) S304.1-94 “Masonry Designfor Buildings.”
• ACI 530/ASCE 5/TMS 402“Building Code Requirements forMasonry Structures”
• ISO 9001:2000 Certification:Manufacture test and distributionof Pittsburgh Corning Glass Blockproducts.
FIRE RATINGS AND CODE INFORMATION
Masonry Wall Construction Non-Masonry Wall Construction
Panel Limitations Fire Rating Panel Limitations Fire Rating
Product Max. Area/Panel Max Ht. or Width 45 Min. 60 Min 90 Min. Max. Area/Panel Max Ht. or Width 45 Min. 60 Min.
Premiere Series 120 12 X 94 10.75 X
THICKSET® 60 and
ESSEX® AA Pattern100 10 X X 94 10.75 X X
THICKSET® 90 100 10 X X X* 94 10.75 X X
VISTABRIK® 100 10 X X X* 94 10.75 X X*1/4" steel channel. 3/4" thick expansion material at head and jambs, and fire retardant sealant are required.
PC® PANEL REINFORCING, PANELANCHORS & EXPANSION STRIPS PC® Panel Reinforcing (top) — in panels
— is embedded horizontally in the
mortar joints between every other
course. PC® Panel Anchors (middle) are
used to tie Pittsburgh Corning Glass Block panels into the surrounding
framework when channels are not used. PC® Expansion Strips (bottom),
made of white polyethylene, are inserted at the head and jambs. The strips
replace mortar at these locations to cushion the glass block and allow the
panel to expand and contract freely.
THE KWiK’N EZ® RIGID TRACKSILICONE SYSTEMThe KWiK’N EZ® Rigid Track spacer
design system allows you to easily install
glass block in many areas. Precision cut
vertical spacers combine with the
horizontal spacers to make installing your Pittsburgh Corning Glass Block
panel quicker and easier than ever before. Rigid Track spacers are
available for use with either Thinline™ Series or Premiere Series Glass Block.
OTHER ACCESSORIESAdditional materials — such as mortar, channels or framing, packing,
sealants and asphalt emulsion are available from other manufacturers.
ProVantage™ INSTALLATION SYSTEM
PC® PANELREINFORCING
PC® EXPANSIONSTRIP
PC® PANELANCHOR
SEALANT
VeriTru® SPACER
Pittsburgh CorningGlass Block Unit
MORTAR
ACCESSORIES
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TYPICAL CONSTRUCTION DETAILS
PANEL ANCHOR CONSTRUCTION
CHANNEL-TYPE RESTRAINT CONSTRUCTION
NOTE: This dimension is determined by the anticipateddeflection of the structural member above the glass block.
Panel Reinforcing
Pittsburgh CorningGlass Block Unit
Mortar
Panel Reinforcing
Mortar
Asphalt Emulsion
Wall framing shown here for illustrative purposesonly. Wall framing can be concrete, masonry,wood, steel or any otherstructural surround.
NOTE: This dimension is determined by the anticipateddeflection of the structuralmember above the glass block.
Panel Reinforcing
Pittsburgh CorningGlass Block Unit
Mortar
Panel Reinforcing
Mortar
Asphalt Emulsion
Lintel Plate
Expansion Strip
Lintel Plate
Sealant
SEE NOTE
Expansion Strip
Panel AnchorPittsburgh CorningGlass Block Unit
Sealant
Expansion Strip
Panel Anchor
1/4" Exp. BoltsTwo Per Anchor
Metal Channel
Sealant
Expansion Strip
Channel Fastener
Sealant
Panel Anchor
ChannelFastener
Angle Fastener
Expansion Strip
Lintel Plate
Metal Angle
Expansion Strip
Expansion StripLintel Plate
Metal Angle
SEE NOTE1" Min.
Pittsburgh CorningGlass Block Unit
4 1/4"–4 1/2" Clear Opening
Sealant
Packing Material
AngleFastener
PackingMaterial
Sealant
MetalChannel
SealantPittsburgh Corning
Glass Block UnitChannel
Restraint DetailAngle
Restraint Detail
4 1/4"–4 1/2" Clear Opening
Wall framing shown here for illustrative purposesonly. Wall framing can be concrete, masonry,wood, steel or any otherstructural surround.
PANEL CONSTRUCTION USING VeriTru® SPACERSThe one-piece, all plastic
VeriTru® Spacer speeds
construction, assures uniform
placement and helps keep panel
flush. Can now be used in fire-
rated panels. Special spacers are
available for the VISTABRIK®
and ARQUE® Block.VeriTru® Spacer
NEW!NEW!
Unlike previous systems using silicone and spacers, the new ProVantage™
Installation System for use with Premiere Series glass blocks, can turncorners, make radius walls, build showers and is suitable for interior orexterior applications. The system utilizes spacers to align and hold theblocks in place for easy assembly, and silicone is used to bond the spacerand blocks together. The consistent, even-spaced joints are then finishedwith a special tile grout resulting in a clean, smooth professional look.For smaller straight wall panels, with 3-side support, silicone can be usedin the joints to provide an all-glass look.
BRICK VENEER
AIR SPACE
BLDG PAPER
EXT GRADE SHEATHING
METAL FLASHING (STRIPPED IN)
STL STUD FRAMING
INSULATION
STL TUBE
INT FINISH
WEEP
STL LINTEL L
CHANNEL - WELD TO TUBESEALANT AT LINER (TYP)
SEE NOTE
STL CHANNELSEALANT & BACKER (TYP)EXPANSION STRIPPITTSBURGH CORNINGGLASSS BLOCK UNIT
41/4" to 41/2" clear opening forPremiere Series (37/8") thick glass block.
(PCD 061) Head – Glass Block in Steel Stud Wallwith Brick Veneer
NOTE: This dimension is determined by the anticipated deflectionof the structural member above the glass block.
1 I
NC
H M
IN
DE
FLE
CTI
ON
SPA
CE
(PCD 031) Head – Glass Block in Steel Stud Wallwith Synthetic Plaster Finish
EIFS
EXT GRADE SHEATHING
STL STUD FRAMING
INSULATION
STL TUBE
SOLID BLOCKING
INT FINISH
SEALANT (TYP)
EXPANSION STRIP
PANEL ANCHOR
PITTSBURGH CORNINGGLASS BLOCK UNIT
Head
(PCD 062) Jamb – Glass Block in Steel Stud Wallwith Brick Veneer
BRICK VENEERAIR SPACE
BLDG PAPEREXT GRADE SHEATHING
STL CHANNEL
SEALANT & BACKER (TYP)
PITTSBURGH CORNINGGLASS BLOCK UNIT
41/4" to 41/2" clear opening forPremiere Series (37/8") thick glass block.
EXPANSION STRIP
HORIZ PANEL REINFORCINGSEALANT AT LINER (TYP)
CHANNEL - WELD TO TUBE
STL TUBE
STL STUD FRAMING
INSULATION
INT FINISH
(PCD 032) Jamb – Glass Block in Steel Stud Wallwith Synthetic Plaster Finish
SEALANT (TYP)
PITTSBURGH CORNINGGLASS BLOCK UNIT
PANEL ANCHOR
HORIZ PANEL REINFORCING
EXPANSION STRIP
SOLID BLOCKING
STL TUBE
STL STUD FRAMING
INSULATION
INT FINISH
EIFSEXT GRADE SHEATHING
(PCD 063) Sill – Glass Block in Steel Stud Wallwith Brick Veneer
PITTSBURGH CORNINGGLASS BLOCK UNIT
MORTAR
ASPHALT EMULSION
STOOL
INT FINISH
METAL FLASHING
STL TUBE
STL STUD FRAMING
PRECASTCONC SILL -SECURE TOSTL TUBE
EIFSMETAL FLASHING
PITTSBURGH CORNINGGLASS BLOCK UNIT
MORTARASPHALT EMULSION
STOOL
SOLID BLOCKING
STL TUBE
EXT GRADE SHEATHING
INT FINISH
STL STUD FRAMING
(PCD 033) Sill – Glass Block in Steel Stud Wallwith Synthetic Plaster Finish
BLDG – Building
CMU – Concrete Masonry Unit (concrete block)
CONT STL – Continuous Steel (used to reinforce wall)
ELEV – Elevation (side view of building)
GYP BD – Gypsum Board
HM – Hollow Metal (door frame)
INT – Interior
MAX HT – Maximum Height (for PittsburghCorning Glass Block panel 20ft./6m)
SILL – Bottom of Panel
TYP – Typical (detail)
CLG – Ceiling
CONC – Concrete
EIFS – Exterior Insulation Finishing System
EXT – Exterior
HEAD – Top of Panel
HORIZ – Horizontal
JAMB – Side of Panel
PLAN – View of Building from above, typicallythe floor
STL – Steel
WD – Wood
Materials shown other than glass block are for illustration purposes only as examples oftypical construction details.
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Jamb
Sill
GLOSSARY OF TERMS (Detail Drawings pages 12-18)
TYPICAL HEAD DETAILS (Exterior Openings)
DETAILS CAN BE DOWNLOADED AS .DWG OR .DXF FILES FROM OUR WEBSITE www.pittsburghcorning.com/architects/specdetails.asp
TYPICAL JAMB DETAILS (Exterior Openings)
TYPICAL SILL DETAILS (Exterior Openings)
TYPICAL CONSTRUCTION DETAILS
(PCD 132B) Intermediate Supportin Multiple Horizontal Panels
STEELPLATE
1/16" CLEARANCE ALLAROUND STEELPLATE
41/4"
SEALANT
PACKING
PANEL REINFORCING
EXPANSION STRIP
STEEL PLATE
PANEL ANCHORS ATTACHEDTO STL PLATE
STEELPLATE
CROSSBARWELDEDTO TOPOF STEELPLATE
41/4"
41/8"
1/16"
See Note (Drawing PCD 061)PAGE 13
* Stiffener should mount to sill. Allow1/16" clearance for stiffener and channel.Use for design concept only.
NOTE: Expansion material and panelanchors to be provided on both sides ofthe steel plate.
NOTE: Panels with an expansion joint stiffenerincorporating a vertical hidden plate should be limited toa maximum 10' in height.
SEALANT
EXPANSION STRIP
PITTSBURGH CORNINGGLASS BLOCK UNIT
HORIZ PANEL REINFORCING
SEALANT & BACKER (TYP)
FASTEN TIE
STRUCTURAL MEMBER
(PCD 132A) Intermediate Vertical Supportin Multiple Horizontal Panels
Vertical Stiffener
(PCD 132C & D) Intermediate Supportin Multiple Horizontal Panels
SEALANT
PANELREINFORCING 4
1 /4" -4
1 /2"
PACKING
EXPANSION STRIP
SEALANTPANELREINFORCING
SEALANT PACKINGPANEL ANCHOR
EXPANSION STRIPS
SEALANT
MORTARASPHALT EMULSION
STL MULLION
EXPANSION STRIP
SEALANT & BACKER (TYP)PANEL ANCHORPITTSBURGH CORNINGGLASS BLOCK UNIT
(PCD 129) Intermediate HorizontalSupport in Multiple Vertical Panels
MORTAR
ASPHALT EMULSION
SEALANT
STL MULLION
EXPANSION STRIP
SEALANT & BACKER (TYP)
PITTSBURGH CORNINGGLASS BLOCK UNIT
(PCD 128) Intermediate HorizontalSupport in Multiple Vertical PanelsHorizontal Stiffener
PITTSBURGH CORNINGGLASS BLOCK UNIT
MORTAR
ASPHALT EMULSION
STL BAR LINTEL
HM DOOR HEAD
CONT STL BAR - SECURETO STRUCTURE ABOVE
(PCD 153) Head – Hollow MetalDoor Frame at Glass Block
SECTION/ELEV
PLAN (JOINT ABOVE JAMB)
HM DOOR & JAMB
JAMB ANCHOR - SECURE TOSTL BAR
STL BAR - SECURE TOSTRUCTURE ABOVE
PANEL ANCHOR
PITTSBURGH CORNINGGLASS BLOCK UNIT
HORIZ PANEL REINFORCINGEXPANSION STRIP
SEALANT (TYP)
(PCD 154) Jamb – Hollow Metal Door Frameat Glass Block
TYPICAL STIFFENER DETAILSContinuous Panels ≤ 144 Sq. Ft. Each
TYPICAL SHELF ANGLE DETAILSContinuous Panels ≤ 144 Sq. Ft. Each
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HOLLOW METAL DOOR FRAME DETAILS
DETAILS FOR FIRE RATED CONSTRUCTION
TYPICAL SHELF ANGLE DETAILS – FOR VISTABRIK® PANELSContinuous Panels ≤ 100 Sq. Ft. Each
TYPICAL STIFFENER DETAILS – FOR VISTABRIK® PANELSContinuous Panels ≤ 100 Sq. Ft. Each
(PCD 004) Head – 90 Minute Fire RatedGlass Block in CMU Wall
1 I
NC
H M
IN
EXT FINISH
CMU LINTEL BLOCK
INT FINISH
ANCHOR BOLT (TYP)
STL L 2 X 2 X 1/4 (TYP)
FILL SPACE W/ EXPANSION STRIPS
FIRE RETARDANT TYPESEALANT & BACKER (TYP)
PITTSBURGH CORNINGGLASS BLOCK UNIT
DE
FLE
CTI
ON
SPA
CE
FIRE RETARDANT TYPESEALANT & BACKER (TYP)
PITTSBURGH CORNINGGLASS BLOCK UNIT
FILL SPACE W/EXPANSION STRIPS
HORIZ PANEL REINFORCING
STL L 2 X 2 X 1/4 (TYP)ANCHOR BOLT (TYP)
INT FINISH
(PCD 005) Jamb – 90 Minute Fire RatedGlass Block in CMU Wall
1 INCH MIN
EXT FINISH
CMU, CONCRETE OR OTHER MASONRY
PRECAST CONC SILL
PITTSBURGH CORNINGGLASS BLOCK UNIT
MORTARASPHALT EMULSION
INT FINISH
(PCD 006) Sill – 90 Minute Fire RatedGlass Block in CMU Wall
PITTSBURGH CORNING PREMIERE SERIESTHICKSET® BLOCK OR VISTABRIK® SOLIDGLASS BLOCK UNIT
MORTAR
ASPHALT EMULSION
METAL STUD FRAMING (OR WOOD STUD)GYPSUM BOARD
(PCD 161) Sill – 45 & 60 Minute Fire RatedGlass Block Panel
WALL CONFORMING TOUL® DESIGN NO. U465
GYPSUM BOARD
METAL STUD FRAMING (OR WOOD STUD)
FIRE RETARDANT TYPE SEALANT
PITTSBURGH CORNING PREMIERE SERIESTHICKSET® BLOCK OR VISTABRIK® SOLIDGLASS BLOCK UNIT
PANEL ANCHOR
PANEL REINFORCING
EXPANSION STRIP
(PCD 160) Jamb – 45 & 60 Minute Fire RatedGlass Block Panel
WALL CONFORMING TOUL® DESIGN NO. U465
METAL STUD FRAMING (OR WOOD STUD)
GYPSUM BOARD
FIRE RETARDANT TYPE SEALANT
EXPANSION STRIP
PANEL ANCHOR
PITTSBURGH CORNING PREMIERE SERIESTHICKSET® BLOCK OR VISTABRIK® SOLIDGLASS BLOCK UNIT
(PCD 159) Head – 45 & 60 Minute Fire RatedGlass Block Panel
DE
FLE
CTI
ON
SPA
CE
WALL CONFORMING TOUL® DESIGN NO. U465
SEALANT
EXPANSION STRIP
VISTABRIK® SOLID GLASS BLOCK
HORIZ PANEL REINFORCING
3/16 INCH TRIANGULARGALVANIZED ANCHOR OR EQUAL (16" O.C. MAX)
SEALANT & BACKER (TYP)
FASTEN TIE
STRUCTURAL MEMBER
(PCD 133) Intermediate Vertical Support inMultiple Horizontal Panels
Vertical Stiffener
MORTARASPHALT EMULSION
SEALANT
STL MULLION
EXPANSION STRIP
SEALANT & BACKER (TYP)
VISTABRIK®
SOLID GLASS BLOCK
(PCD 130) Intermediate HorizontalSupport in Multiple Vertical Panels
Horizontal Stiffener
SEALANT
MORTARASPHALT EMULSION
STL MULLION
EXPANSION STRIP
SEALANT & BACKER (TYP)
PANEL ANCHOR
VISTABRIK® SOLID GLASS BLOCK
(PCD 131) Intermediate HorizontalSupport in Multiple Vertical Panels
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TYPICAL CONSTRUCTION DETAILS
EXT FINISH
CMU LINTEL BLOCK
INT FINISH
SEALANT (TYP)EXPANSION STRIP
PANEL ANCHOR
VISTABRIK® SOLID GLASS BLOCK
(PCD 037) Head – Solid Glass Block in CMU Wall
EXT FINISH
CMU
SEALANT (TYP)
VISTABRIK® SOLID GLASS BLOCK
PANEL ANCHOR
HORIZ PANEL REINFORCING
EXPANSION STRIP
INT FINISH
(PCD 038) Jamb – Solid Glass Block in CMU Wall
PRECAST CONC SILL
VISTABRIK® SOLID GLASS BLOCK
MORTARASPHALT EMULSION
INT FINISH
(PCD 039) Sill – Solid Glass Block in CMU Wall
(PCD 040) Head – Solid Glass Block in BrickMasonry Cavity Wall
DEFLECTIONSPACE
WEEP
BRICK
AIR SPACE
METAL FLASHING
CMU LINTEL BLOCK
INT FINISH
LOOSE LAID LINTEL L
SEALANT (TYP)
EXPANSION STRIP
PANEL ANCHOR
VISTABRIK® SOLID GLASS BLOCK
(PCD 041) Jamb – Solid Glass Block in BrickMasonry Cavity Wall
BRICK
AIR SPACE
SEALANT (TYP)
VISTABRIK® SOLID GLASS BLOCK
PANEL ANCHOR
HORIZ PANEL REINFORCING
EXPANSION STRIP
CMU
INT FINISH
PRECAST CONC SILL
VISTABRIK® SOLID GLASS BLOCK
MORTARASPHALT EMULSION
INT FINISH
HORIZ REINFORCING
(PCD 042) Sill – Solid Glass Block in BrickMasonry Cavity Wall
(PCD 043) Head – Solid Glass Block inSteel Stud Wall with Brick Veneer
DEFLECTIONSPACE
BRICK VENEER
AIR SPACE
BLDG PAPER
EXT GRADE SHEATHING
METAL FLASHING (STRIPPED IN)
STL STUD FRAMINGINSULATION
STL TUBE
INT FINISH
WEEP
STL LINTEL L
CHANNEL — WELD TO TUBE
SEALANT (TYP)EXPANSION STRIP
PANEL ANCHOR
VISTABRIK® SOLID GLASS BLOCK
(PCD 044) Jamb – Solid Glass Block inSteel Stud Wall with Brick Veneer
BRICK VENEERAIR SPACEBLDG PAPEREXT GRADE SHEATHING
SEALANT (TYP)
VISTABRIK® SOLID GLASS BLOCK
PANEL ANCHOR
HORIZ PANEL REINFORCING
EXPANSION STRIP
CHANNEL — WELD TO TUBESTL TUBE
STL STUD FRAMINGINSULATIONINT FINISH
VISTABRIK® SOLID GLASS BLOCK DETAILS
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PRECAST CONC SILL —SECURE TO TUBE
VISTABRIK® SOLID GLASS BLOCK
MORTARASPHALT EMULSION
STOOL
INT FINISH
METAL FLASHING
STL TUBE
STL STUD FRAMING
(PCD 045) Sill – Solid Glass Block inSteel Stud Wall with Brick Veneer
EIFS
EXT GRADE SHEATHING
STL STUD FRAMING
INSULATION
STL TUBE
SOLID BLOCKING
INT FINISH
SEALANT (TYP)EXPANSION STRIP
PANEL ANCHOR
VISTABRIK® SOLID GLASS BLOCK
(PCD 049) Head – Solid Glass Block inSteel Stud Wall with Synthetic Plaster Finish
DEFLECTIONSPACE
(PCD 050) Jamb – Solid Glass Block inSteel Stud Wall with Synthetic Plaster Finish
EIFSEXT GRADE SHEATHING
SEALANT (TYP)
VISTABRIK® SOLID GLASS BLOCK
PANEL ANCHOR
HORIZ PANEL REINFORCING
EXPANSION STRIP
SOLID BLOCKING
STL TUBE
STL STUD FRAMINGINSULATION
INT FINISH
(PCD 051) Sill – Solid Glass Block inSteel Stud Wall with Synthetic Plaster Finish
EIFS
METAL FLASHING
VISTABRIK® SOLID GLASS BLOCK
MORTARASPHALT EMULSION
STOOL
SOLID BLOCKINGSTL TUBEEXT GRADE SHEATHINGINT FINISHSTL STUD FRAMING
DE
FLE
CTI
ON
SPA
CE
(PCD 148) Head – Glass Block in Suspended Ceiling
STL BRACE- SECURETO STRUCTURE ABOVE
SUSPENDED CLG SYSTEMSEALANT (TYP)EXPANSION STRIPPANEL ANCHORPITTSBURGH CORNINGGLASS BLOCK UNIT
METAL STUD FRAMING
GYP BD
SOLID BLOCKING
SEALANT (TYP)
EXPANSION STRIP
PANEL ANCHOR
PITTSBURGH CORNINGGLASS BLOCK UNIT
(PCD 149) Head – Glass Block in Partition
DE
FLE
CTI
ON
SPA
CE
GYP BD
METAL STUD FRAMING
SOLID BLOCKING
SEALANT (TYP)
PITTSBURGH CORNINGGLASS BLOCK UNIT
PANEL ANCHOR
HORIZ PANEL REINFORCING
EXPANSION STRIP
(PCD 150) Jamb – Glass Block in Partition
(PCD 241) Sill – Interior Concrete Floor Slab
PITTSBURGH CORNINGGLASS BLOCK UNIT
MORTAR
ASPHALT EMULSION
SURFACE FINISH
4" CONC SILL
FLOOR FINISH
METAL STUD (TYP)
GYP BD
SEALANT (TYP)
PITTSBURGH CORNINGGLASS BLOCK UNIT
PANEL ANCHOR
HORIZ PANEL REINFORCING
EXPANSION STRIP
SOLID BLOCKING
(PCD 151) Jamb – Glass Block Perpendicular to Partition
VISTABRIK® SOLID GLASS BLOCK DETAILS (continued) MISCELLANEOUS INTERIOR DETAILS
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STANDARD SPECIFICATIONSTYPICAL CONSTRUCTION DETAILS
MASONRYPART 1 – GENERAL1.01 SummaryThis specification has been preparedby Pittsburgh Corning Corporationusing generally accepted andappropriate technical information butis not intended to be solely reliedupon for the specification design ortechnical applications. Having nocontrol over the elements of design,installation, workmanship or siteconditions, Pittsburgh Corningassumes that the actual design choicesand installation will be made bypersons trained and qualified in theappropriate disciplines. Therefore,Pittsburgh Corning disclaims allliability potentially arising from theuse or misuse of this specification.
1.02 Section IncludesA. Glass Block Units, hollow or solidB. Integral Joint ReinforcementC. Mortar
1.03 Related SectionsA. Steel ChannelsB. Sills, lintels, jambsC. Sealant (caulk)D. Packing Material
1.04 ReferencesA. ASTM A82—Spec. for Cold Drawn
Steel WireB. ASTM A153—Class B-2, Spec.
Zinc Coating (Hot dip) on iron andsteel hardware (Canada same)
C. ASTM C144, Spec. for Aggregatefor Masonry (Canada – A179-94)
D. ASTM C150, Spec. for Portland Cement (Canada –CAN/CSA-A5-93)
E. ASTM E163, Fire Test of WindowAssemblies (equivalent to UL® 9and CAN 4-S106-M80)
F. ASTM C207, Spec. for HydratedLime for Masonry Purposes(Canada same)
G. ASTM C270, Spec. for Mortar forUnit Masonry (Canada – A179-94)
H.ASTM D1187, Type II—Spec. forAsphalt-Base Emulsions (For MetalSurfaces)
I. ASTM D1227, Type III—Spec. forEmulsified Asphalt (For PorousSurfaces)
1.05 System DescriptionKnowledge of the following basicinformation is essential for properinstallation of Pittsburgh CorningGlass Block units:1. Glass block panels shall not be
designed to support structuralloads.
2. Maximum deflection of structuralmembers supporting glass blockpanels shall not exceed L/600
3. Sills of all panels must be paintedwith a heavy coat of asphaltemulsion and must dry for twohours before first mortar bed isplaced.
4. Provision for expansion andmovement must be made at jambsand heads of all panels. Mortarmust not bridge expansion spaces.
5. Mortar should be mixed andapplied in accordance with therecommendations of PittsburghCorning Corporation. See MortarMaterials.
6. Design and installation of glassblock projects should be done bywhole units since cutting glassblock is not recommended.
1.06 SubmittalsA. Product Data
Submit two (2) copies ofmanufacturer’s literature and two(2) copies of manufacturer’sinstallation instructions.
B. Samples1.Submit two (2) glass block units
of each type specified, showingsize, design and pattern of faces.
2.Submit representative samples of (panel reinforcing), (panelanchors), (expansion strips), and (sealant).
C Test Reports —Fire TestsSubmit documents verifying glassblock units are classified for a 3/4, 1or 11/2-hour fire exposure accordingto ASTM E163, UnderwritersLaboratories of Canada CAN 4-S106-M80 or UL® 9 “Fire Tests ofWindow Assemblies.” All suchglass block unit cartons shall carryappropriate UL® labels.
1.07 Storage and ProtectionA. Store unopened cartons of glass
block in a clean, cool, dry area.B. Protect opened cartons of glass
block against windblown rain or water run-off with tarpaulins orplastic covering.
1.08 Project/Site ConditionsA. Do not install glass block units
when temperature is 40°F (4°C)and falling. Maintain thetemperature of glass unit masonryabove 40°F (4°C) for the first 48hours after construction.
1.09 WarrantyA. Pittsburgh Corning Corporation
offers a limited 5-year warranty onPittsburgh Corning Glass Blockunits.
PART 2 – PRODUCTS 2.01 Acceptable ManufacturersA. The drawings and specifications are
based on catalog data,specifications and products ofPittsburgh Corning Corporationand designate the type and qualityof work intended under thissection.1.Products of other manufactures
proposed as equivalent qualitymust be submitted through thebidding contractors for writtenapproval of the architect ten daysprior to the bid date.
2.Supporting technical data,samples, published specificationsand the like must be submittedfor comparison.
DIVISION 4 – MASONRY, SECTION 04270 GLASS UNIT
(PCD 155) Glass Block at Corner – Plan
PITTSBURGH CORNINGGLASS BLOCK UNITHEDRON® CORNER BLOCK
HORIZ PANELREINFORCING
PITTSBURGH CORNINGGLASS BLOCK UNIT
MORTAR
37/8"
53/4"
53/4"
37/8"
1/4"
(PCD 156) EndBlock™ orENCURVE® Finishing Block – Plan
PITTSBURGH CORNINGGLASS BLOCK UNITENDBLOCK™ OR ENCURVE® UNIT
HORIZ PANEL REINFORCING
MORTAR
37/8"
73/4"
(PCD 157) TRIDRON 45º Block® Unit – Plan
PITTSBURGH CORNINGGLASS BLOCK UNIT
HORIZ PANEL REINFORCING
MORTAR
TRIDRON 45º BLOCK® UNIT
11/4 "
21/4 "
2 1/4 "
37 /8
"
(PCD 158)ARQUE® Block Unit – Plan
PERIODICALLY CUT THE INNERMOSTPARALLEL WIRE AND BEND THEREINFORCING TO ACCOMMODATETHE CURVATURE OF THE WALL.
37/8"
5 3/4 "
41/2 "
12" R
16" R
22 1/2º
ARQUE® BLOCK UNIT
PITTSBURGH CORNINGGLASS BLOCK UNIT
HORIZ PANEL REINFORCING
PREMIERE SERIES FINISHING UNITS DETAILS
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3.Contractor shall warrant thatproposed substitutions, ifaccepted, will provideperformance equivalent to thematerials specified herein.
4.These specifications have beendeveloped by Pittsburgh CorningCorporation based on extensivetests of panels composed ofPittsburgh Corning Glass Blockmasonry units manufactured byPittsburgh Corning Corporation.These specifications do not applyto panels made from glass blockmasonry units produced by anyother manufacturer.
2.02 Glass Block Units A. Glass block units, nominally _____
inch x _____ inch x _____ inchthick shall be partially evacuatedhollow units made of clear,colorless glass with a polyvinylbutyral edge coating.Pattern type:____________________________.
B. Solid glass units, nominally _____inch x _____ inch x _____ thickmade of clear colorless glass with apolyvinyl butyral edge coating.Pattern type: VISTABRIK® SolidGlass Block.
NOTE: Pittsburgh CorningCorporation offers a polyvinyl butyraledge coating for better bonding and toprovide for an expansion/contractionmechanism for each block.
2.03 AccessoriesA. Panel Reinforcing: two parallel
9 gauge wires either 15/8 inch or 2 inch on center with electricallybutt-welded crosswires spaced atregular intervals, hot dippedgalvanized after welding, byPittsburgh Corning Corporation.
B. Panel Anchors: 20 gauge perforatedsteel strips 24 inches long by 13/4
inches wide, hot dipped galvanizedafter perforation, by PittsburghCorning Corporation.
C. Expansion Strips: made ofpolyethylene foam with a thicknessof 3/8 inch, by Pittsburgh CorningCorporation.
D. Asphalt Emulsion: a water-basedasphalt emulsion, by KarnakChemical Corp. (Karnak 100, 1-800-526-4236), or equal.
E. Sealant (caulk): non-staining,waterproof mastic, (silicone),(urethane), ( _____________ ) type.
Below is a list of the toll-freetelephone numbers of theTechnical Departments of thefollowing sealant manufacturers:
• Dow Corning Corporation, 1-800-248-2481 in Midland, MI
• General Electric, 1-800-255-8886,in Waterford, NY
• Sonneborn Building Products, 1-800-243-6739 in Minn., MN
• Tremco Incorporated, 1-800-321-7906 in Beachwood,OH Below is information on thefire retardant sealant used onglass block fire tests:
• Fyre-Sil Silicone Sealant (for fire-rated construction), by Tremco,Inc. (1-800-321-7906)
F. Packing (Backer Rods):polyethylene foam, neoprene,fibrous glass or equal as approvedby sealant manufacturer.
2.04 Mortar MaterialsMortar: Type S in accordance withASTM C270. Mortar shall be 1 partPortland Cement, 1/2 part lime, andsand equal to 21/4 to 3 times theamount of cementitious material(cement plus lime), all measured byvolume. (For exterior glass blockpanels, an integral type waterproofershould be added to the mortar mix.)No antifreeze compounds oraccelerators allowed.NOTE: All model building codes alsoaccept the use of Type N mortar.
1.Portland Cement: Type 1 inaccordance with ASTM C150. If a waterproof Portland Cement is used, the integral typewaterproofer shall be omitted.(Masonry Cement is notrecommended.)Color:_________________
2.Lime: Type S, in accordance withASTM C207. Shall be a pressure-hydrated dolomitic lime,provided that not less than 92%of all the active ingredients arecompletely hydrated.
3.Sand: A clean, white quartzite orsilica type, essentially free of ironcompounds, in accordance withASTM C144, not less than 100%passing a No. 8 sieve.
4.Integral Type Water-repellent:Stearate type by SonnebornBuilding Products (HydrocidePowder, 1-800-243-6739), orequal. Note: Add hydrocidepowder to dry mortar mix. Donot add powder to wet mortarmix.
5.External Type Water proofer:Water based silane sealer type bySonneborn Building Products(HYDROZO ENVIROSEAL™
20, 1-800-243-6739). Note:Remove excess sealer from glasssurfaces soon after application.
PART 3 – EXECUTION3.01 PreparationA. Verify that (channels), (panel
anchors) have been provided athead and jambs for the purpose ofproviding panel support within theopening.
B. Mix all mortar components to aconsistency that is drier thanmortar for ordinary masonry.Retempering the mortar after it hastaken its initial set shall not bepermitted. Do not use antifreezecompounds or accelerators.
C. Freshly mixed mortar may createskin irritation. Avoid directcontact where possible and washexposed skin areas promptly withwater. If any mortar gets into theeyes, rinse immediately with waterand get prompt medical attention.
3.02 InstallationA. Cover sill area with a heavy coat of
asphalt emulsion. Allow emulsionto dry at least 2 hours beforeplacing mortar.
B. Where panel anchors are used atjambs and heads in lieu of channelor chase surrounds, install panelanchors in the same joints (16inches o.c. maximum) where panelreinforcing will be laid. Panelanchors are to be embedded aminimum of 12" into the mortarjoints.
C. Place or adhere expansion strips tojambs and head. Make certainexpansion strip extends to sill andcovers leg of panel anchor which isattached to jambs and head.
D. Set a full mortar bed joint, appliedto sill.
E. Set lower course of block. Maintaina uniform joint width of 1/4 to 3/8
inch plus or minus 1/8 inch. Allmortar joints must be full and notfurrowed. Steel tools must not beused to tap blocks into position.(Place a rubber crutch tip on end oftrowel to tap block into position.)Do not realign, tap or otherwisemove block after initial placement.For VISTABRIK® Solid Glass Blockunits, typical mortar joint is 3/8
inch. Special VISTABRIK® spacersthat provide a 3/8 inch thick mortarjoint are available.
F. Install panel reinforcing every 16inches o.c. maximum in thehorizontal mortar joints and injoints immediately above andbelow all openings within panels.Run reinforcing continuously fromend to end of panels. Lapreinforcing not less than 6 incheswhenever it is necessary to usemore than one length. NOTE: Incorrosive atmospheres, (i.e. salineair, chlorine air, etc.), the use ofstainless steel channels, reinforcingand panel anchors should beconsidered. For VISTABRIK® SolidGlass Block, use 15/8 inch widereinforcing (same as Thinline™
Series glass block). Do not bridgeexpansion joints with reinforcing.Install reinforcing as follows:• Place lower half of mortar in bed
joint. Do not furrow.• Press panel reinforcing into
place.• Cover panel reinforcing with
upper half of mortar bed andtrowel smooth. Do not furrow.
G. Place full mortar bed for joints notrequiring panel reinforcing – do notfurrow. Maintain uniform jointwidth.
H.Set succeeding courses of block.Spaces at head of panel and jambsmust remain free of mortar forcaulking with sealant.
I. Use only wooden or rubber tippedtools when tapping glass blocksinto place.
J. Strike joints smooth while mortaris still plastic and before final set.Remove surplus mortar from facesof glass blocks and wipe dry. (SeeSection 3.03). Tool joints smoothand concave before mortar takesfinal set. At this time, remove andclean out all excess mortar fromjambs, head and other locations.
K. After final mortar set(approximately 24 hours), installpacking tightly between glass blockpanel and jamb and head locations.Leave space for sealant.
L. Apply sealant evenly to the fulldepth of recesses as indicated onthe drawings and in accordancewith the manufacturers’ applicationmanual and instructions.
M.All exterior glass block panels shallbe well sealed to prevent water entry.
3.03 CleaningA. Remove surplus mortar from the
faces of the glass block at the timejoints are struck or tooled. Mortarshould be removed while it is stillplastic using a clean, wet sponge oran ordinary household scrub brushwith stiff bristles.
B. Do not use harsh cleaners, acids (ofany strength), abrasives or alkalinematerials while cleaning glassblock. Never use a wire brush toremove mortar from glass blocksurfaces.
C. Final mortar removal isaccomplished with a clean, wetsponge or cloth. Rinse sponge orcloth frequently in clean water toremove abrasive particles thatcould scratch glass surfaces. Allowany remaining film on the block todry to a powder.
D. After all sealants, caulking, etc.,have been applied, remove excesscaulking materials with commercialsolvents such as xylene, toluene,mineral spirits or naptha andfollow with normal wash and rinse.Be careful not to damage caulkingby overgenerous application ofstrong solvents. Comply withsolvent manufacturers’ directions onlabel for toxicity and flammabilitywarnings.
E. Final cleaning of glass block panelsis accomplished after they arecompletely installed. Wait untilpanels are not exposed to directsunlight. Start at the top of thepanel and wash with generousamounts of clean water. Dry allwater from the glass block surface.Change cloth frequently toeliminate dried mortar particles or aggregate that could scratch theglass surface. To remove the drypowder from the glass surfaces, use a clean, dry, soft cloth. Forstubborn or hard to removepowder or stains, the use of an“extra fine” steel wool (grades 000or 0000) is suggested. Try this firstin an unobtrusive area.
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PITTSBURGH CORNING PROJECT DESIGN ASSISTANCE
Unmatched ServiceWhen specifying PittsburghCorning Glass Block, you receivea level of technical support andguidance unavailable from anyother glass block producer.
Pittsburgh Corning Representativeand Distributor AssistanceServices are available throughyour local Pittsburgh CorningRepresentative and Distributor.They will arrange for drawingreview and technical guidance, full sample selection, professionalinstallation, on-site assistance, and provide technical support afterthe job is completed, if needed.
Technical Service DepartmentOur Technical Service Department,located in Pittsburgh, is availablefor technical advice, projectdesign assistance, and planreview. Please call the PittsburghCorning Glass Block ResourceCenter, 1-800-624-2120.
Pittsburgh Corning Glass Block Resource CenterFrom your first inquiry,information is readily available to you, toll-free from anywhere inthe continental United States andCanada. Our Resource Center, 1-800-624-2120, is your initialchannel for literature requests andanswers to technical questions.
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All components are availablethrough local distributors andselect home centers (throughspecial order). Individualcomponents are also soldseparately.
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800 Presque Isle DrivePittsburgh, PA 15239-2799Tel: 1-800-624-2120(Glass Block Resource Center)www.pittsburghcorning.com
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The information contained herein is accurate and reliable to the best of our knowledge. But, because Pittsburgh CorningCorporation has no control over installation workmanship, accessory materials, or conditions of application, NO EXPRESS ORIMPLIED WARRANTY OF AN KIND, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, IS MADE asto the performance of an installation containing Pittsburgh Corning products. In no event shall Pittsburgh Corning be liable forany damages arising because of product failure, whether incidental, special, consequential or punitive, regardless of the theoryof liability upon which any such damages are claimed. Pittsburgh Corning Corporation provides written warranties for many ofit’s products, and such warranties take precedence over the statements contained herein.
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