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Does Steelcraft use a 7 gage hinge reinforcement on their frames?
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Steelcraft uses a 7 gage hinge reinforcement for 4 1/2" and 5" butt hinges as standard on all frame series. The hinge reinforcement size for either 4 1/2" or 5" hinges (standard or heavy duty hing...:
HINGE REINFORCEMENT
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Reinforcement; 7 gage:
What is maximum width, height and weight for IVES butt hinges?
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Butt hinges can be used on doors up to 4' wide and 200 pounds. There is no maximum door height. However, an additional hinge must be installed every 30" when exceeding a 7' d...:
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...:
Can a 450 overhead be used on a 48" wide door hung with butt hinges or offset pivots?
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The 455 can be mounted on a 48" wide door, but we cannot guarantee that it will withstand the forces involved. Recommend using 906 instead.:
Can doors be prepared for raceways in the factory?
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Raceway availability: Optional factory installed raceways are available in doors but are not available in frames. Preparation Info: Steelcraft installs a flexible 3/4" ID steel...:
How many anchors are in a frame?
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For Steelcraft frame anchor locations refer to the frame "Anchoring Systems" section of Steelcraft's Tech Data Manual. Basic guidelines are as follows: Anchor ...:
Does the SL-Series door have a square edge?
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The SL-Series door is a square edge non-handed door. A Hinge Filler (also referred to as Hinge Spacer) is the small removable trim part located on the door between hinge leaf and hinge reinforcem...:
What is the purpose for using a 12 gage head reinforcement?
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Purpose: When there is concern for the weight of overhead wall construction, or, when multiple surface applied hardware components are being used. This continuous channel has the ability to spre...:
What is the standard screw size used on Steelcraft doors with 4 1/2" or 5" hinges?
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Steelcraft follows the industry standards for hinge reinforcement and preparation for both door and frame. Unless otherwise specified all products prepared for butt hinges will have mounting holes ...:
Where is the RA closer reinforcement located on a frame for a Regular Arm Closer?
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Optional closer reinforcements are located at 3" from hinge jamb to the beginning of the reinforcement plate. This applies to Regular Arm, Parallel Arm, Top Jamb. Regular Arm (RA) closer reinfor...: