Metal Windows - 08 51 00

A metal window refers to a solid metal-framed window, such as those often used in factories.
Solid hot rolled steel was the predominant metal window material from the 1890`s into the post World War II era, while custom metal windows made of iron, bronze, cast iron, copper or steel had also been in use in the U.S. since the early 1900`s until the 1960`s, when aluminum became the material of choice.
Although window frame materials today are typically made of wood, vinyl and aluminum, window framing products made of metal are experiencing renewed...
- 08 51 13 - Aluminum Windows
- 08 51 16 - Bronze Windows
- 08 51 19 - Stainless Steel Windows
- 08 51 23 - Steel Windows
- 08 51 66 - Metal Window Screens
- 08 51 69 - Metal Storm Windows
Featured Manufacturers of Metal Windows:
Metal Windows Industry Associations:
- American Hardware Manufacturers Association
- Door & Hardware Institute
- Stained Glass Association of America
- Steel Window Institute
- Window & Door Manufacturers Association
Latest Articles, White Papers & Case Studies about Metal Windows:
Tips on Estimating Metal Window Costs from RSMeans
All windows should be listed on the drawings in a window schedule. The schedule should contain the opening number, window type, window size, glass type, frame material and details, and required accessories and hardware. In addition, energy ratings and window films should be reviewed. As with the door schedule, making a copy of the window schedule can expedite the quantity takeoff. |
Projects that Included Metal Windows:
- SCHI SCHOOL (Lakewood, NJ)
- NJ SOUTH AMBOY TRAIN STATION-PLATFORM (South Amboy, NJ)
- BONITA HOPE APARTMENTS (Houston, TX)
- ELKHART CO CORRECTIONAL COMPLEX 2A/1B (Elkhart, IN)
- LAURELHURST COMMUNITY CENTER (Seattle, WA)
- IMPERIAL EQUIPMENT STORAGE BUILDING (Imperial, NE)
- ATHENS LOW INCOME HOUSING IMPROVEMENTS (Athens, TN)
- KANE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVE RESTROOMS (Geneva, IL)
- TOLEDO INTERNATIONAL HOSTEL GUEST HOUSE (Toledo, OH)
- SOUTH HAMILTON MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL (Jewell, IA)
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