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removable hollow metal transom in fire rated frame?
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Can fire rated double egress frames have side lights or transoms?
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No. Fire rated double egress frames must be a stand alone 3 sided frame assembly. If transom lights and/or sidelights are required, they must be built and installed as separate Fire Window assemb...:
Can Steelcraft make a 12 gage hollow metal mullion?
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Steelcraft does not manufacture 12 gage closed section mullions. The maximum is 14 gauge. Steelcraft can provide the outer perimeter (open sections only) of a transom frame in 12 gage material. ...:
Can louvers be installed in fire rated transom frames?
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NO - Louvers are not approved for installation in a fire rated transom / side panel frames. NFPA Pamphlet 80 - paragraph # 6.3.4.4 states “Louvers shall not be installed in either transom or s...:
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...:
Can a 1 3/4" thick panel be used in a fire rated transom frame with a transom bar?
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Transom panels are available in the following constructions: 1 3/4" thick panels with interior construction similar to an L-Series door installed into a frame either Without a transom bar - r...:
Can a transom frame have a removable transom bar?
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Removable transom bars are available for non-rated frames. A closed section mullion available. Special clips to attach to frame sold separately. Removable transom bars are not approved or avai...:
What is ASTM E-119?
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ASTM E-119 is a test standard for walls, partitions and floor or roof systems: This test standard is also used for ceramic type glasses when used as window wall and/or borrowed light frames.As...:
How do I order a Von Duprin mullion prepped for something other than our standard strikes?
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To use Von Duprin mullion for something other than our standard strike, order the mullion "Blank" and prep in the field.:
Steelcraft field paint instructions
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Steelcraft frames and doors are furnished with a high grade, low gloss, baked-on prime paint that provides the best possible protection against corrosion, abrasion and weather, and is an excellent ...:
Can wood doors be used with with double egress frames?
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Yes, wood doors can be used and installed in most hollow metal frame applications including FE-Series and DE-Series Double Egress frames. Caution - For fire rated applications the wood door manufa...:
Are astragals required on fire doors?
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Astragals are required on: 3 hour fire rated pairs: Double doors - swinging in the same direction Double Egress - swinging in opposite directions Fire rated Dutch Doors Fire rated 1 3/4" t...:
Can you mount a 6030 closer in a hollow metal frame?
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To mount the 6030 series closer in a hollow metal frame, the frame has to be a "cased open" frame (meaning no stops formed in the frame) because the 6030 series closer is a double acting closer, wh...:
What frame profile variations are available on fire rated transom sidelights and window?
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Elevation frames are available in: F-Series (F16 or F14) FN-Series (FN16 or FN14) MU-Series (MU16, MU14) Additional parameters of the frame components: Perimeter (Head and Jambs) Frame: ...:
Can you mount a 2030 in a wood frame?
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The 2030 series closers can be mounted in wood frames, the ST used for the frame prep is as follows:ST-2266 for butt hinges, requires the use wood clip sets 2030-417.ST-2278 for offset pivots, requ...:
What is the maximum glass light size available on a 20 minute sidelight frame?
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On fire rated transom and/or sidelight frames and fire rated window frames, Steelcraft labeling procedures only control the O/A width and/or height of the frames based on wall condition. The amount...: