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What is the rough opening in walls for frame installations?
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For DW, K three sided frames and four sided borrowed light frames: Three sided frame = door opening width (order size) plus 1 1/2" minimum to 2" maximum and the door opening hei...:
Does Steelcraft have frame installation instructions?
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It is always recommended to point installers to the industry installation manuals which are very comprehensive and are ANSI documentsClick here to get the updated link to the Steelcraft Shop M...:
Can Drywall Slip-on frames be welded?
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Drywall Slip-on frames are recommended and designed to be installed as KD (Knock Down) assemblies and not recommended to be welded (SUA). If a DW-Series or K-Series is welded prior to installa...:
Can a filler or cover plate be used to blank out a EPT prep on a fire rated frame?
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Yes, a filler plate can be used to cover an EPT prep as long as it is made from the same material as the frame. This information can also be found in NFPA 80 under Chapter 5 for Field Modifications.:
What are the installation tolerances for hollow metal frames?
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Industry standards for hollow metal frames installation tolerances have been developed by both the SDI (Steel Door Institute) and HMMA (Hollow Metal Manufacturers). Both standards are based on th...:
Are frames available without backbends?
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F-Series frames are available without returns: Fire Rated frames must have welded corners. Frames must include weled in wood or steel stud anchors. Installation requirements: ...:
What is a KD frame?
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Knock Down (KD) frames: KD frames are designed, manufactured and supplied with integral miters which include all notches, interlocking corner tabs and slots to allow for field assembly and do not r...:
Can out of plumb (twisted) frames be adjusted?
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Out of plumb (also referred to as twisted) frames usually cannot be adjusted."Out of Plumb or Twisted frames (or jambs)" is a condition created by improper wall construction and/or improper in...:
Can out of square frames be adjusted?
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It is the responsibility of the installing contractor to install all material in accordance with SDI or HMMA installation standards and tolerances. Out of square frames which are installed out...:
What options are available to add frame reinforcement for surface closer?
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Steelcraft offers two optional types of reinforcements for open section header to be installed in distributor shop or in the field: Full profile sleeve; is a 14 gauge, 16" long part to fit the p...: