What are the installation tolerances for hollow metal frames?
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 the i...
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Can out of square frames be adjusted?
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 of...
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Can "toed in" or "toed out" jambs be adjusted?
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 of...
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Can out of plumb (twisted) frames be adjusted?
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 insta...
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Does wall board have to extend into the throat of a fire rated frame?
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Can wood doors be used with with double egress frames?
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 manufact...
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Can a filler or cover plate be used to blank out a EPT prep on a fire rated frame?
Yes, a filler plate can be used to cover an EPT prep as long as it is made from the same material as the frame.
This information can also be found in NFPA 80 under Chapter 5 for Field Modifications....
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How many P & D (Pierce and Dimple) holes are in a frame?
The following are quantities of EMA anchors (pierce and dimples) based on range of frame height:
Quantity
Nominal Frame Height
2
1' 0"...
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How many anchors are in a frame?
For Steelcraft frame anchor locations refer to the frame "Anchoring Systems" section of Steelcraft's Tech Data Manual.
Basic guidelines are as follows:
Anchor Qua...
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