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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...:
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...:
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...:
What is the maximum frame size for a label transom and sidelight frame?
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Maximum hourly rating for a transom and side light or panel frame is 1 1/2 hour (90 minutes).In masonry wall application the maximum is 13'6" x 12'2"In stud wall application the maxi...:
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...:
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 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...:
What is the maximum size of a ITS/WHI fire rated three (3) sided frame?
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ITS/WHI Fire Rated three (3) frames are available in the following maximum door opening sizes:F and FN-Series:4' 0" X 10' 0" single door8' 0" X 10' 0” double door or pairsMU-Series:4' 0" X 9' 0" si...:
What fire ratings are available on DW-Series Borrowed Lights?
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DW-Series Fire Rated Borrowed Lights are available in the following sizes: 60 minute (1 hour) rating = 2721 square inches of visible glass. maximum frame rabbet to rabbet dimensions = 78 1/4...:
DOUBLE EGRESS FRAME
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FE-Series, DE-Series; two way corridor openings:
What is the maximum size of a welded elevation frame?
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The following size limitations per frame unit, are in enforced for welded elevation frames shipped from the factory. These limitations are in place due to the physical size of shipping tr...:
What is the max rating available on an full glass (FG) door?
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A UL 20 minute fire rating is the maximum fire rating for a Full Glass (FG) door design. A14-Series door construction: Max fire rating is 20 minute. UL label only FG must use Over-Lapping Stee...:
How many P & D (Pierce and Dimple) holes are in a frame?
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The following are quantities of EMA anchors (pierce and dimples) based on range of frame height: Quantity Nominal Frame Height 2 1'...:
Are Steelcraft doors and/or frames fire rated?
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Yes, Steelcraft doors and/or frames are available and can carry a UL, WH or FM label. The type of fire label (UL, WH or FM) is dictated by the specifications and local building code. Doors ...:
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 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...:
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...: