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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 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...:
Can "toed in" or "toed out" jambs be adjusted?
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This condition (toed in or toed out jambs) is usually not found until the door is installed.Frames which have toed in or toed out jambs have been installed out of tolerance.It is the responsibility...:
What is a drywall slip-on frame?
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Drywall Slip-on Frame is an industry term describing a 3 sided frame designed to be installed on a wall composed of steel or wood studs with gypsum board or other facing material and is i...:
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...:
What is the difference between the DW-Series and K-Series frames?
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Both the DW and K-Series frames are identical with the exception of the base anchoring. Both the DW and K-series frames are supplied with a field adjustable compression anchor in each jamb locate...:
Is there a test to determine if a door or frame is galvannealed (galvanized) steel or cold rolled steel?
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A simple field test can determine if a door or frame is galvanized or cold rolled steel, however this test will not determine if the steel is A60, A40 or G90. The Tech Tip can be viewed here.:
What types of steel are used in commercial steel doors?
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The three most common steel types are cold rolled steel, galvannealed steel, and galvanized steel. Cold Rolled Steel (CRS) is suitable for most interior applications, is uncoated steel a...: