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what is an FE-Series double egress frame
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What is the difference between the FE and DE-Series frames
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A Double Egress frame is a double door frame prepared to receive two single-acting doors swinging in opposite directions (both doors are) the same hand. These openings are installed in cross corrid...:
What is the maximum size of a UL fire rated three (3) sided frame?
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Fire Rated three (3) frames are available in the following maximum door opening sizes: F and FN-Series frame:4' 0" X 10' 0" single door opening8' 0" X 10' 0” double door openingMU-Series frame...:
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...:
DOUBLE EGRESS FRAME
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FE-Series, DE-Series; two way corridor openings:
Can DE-Series frames be prepared for pocket pivot hinges?
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Pocket pivot hinges are mainly used in cross corridor applications where clear opening width is a factor. For frames, pocket pivot hinges are a special hinge options which must be spe...:
Can DW/K frame series be used in high traffic areas?
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DW/K-Series frames (Drywall Slip-On) are not recommended for installation in high traffic areas. DW/K-Series frames are installed in interior stud walls after the wall board is installed and ...:
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...:
What is an astragal?
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An Astragal is an applied molding attached most commonly to the meeting edge of doors to: Protection against weather conditions Minimize the passage of light between the doors Retard the passa...:
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...: