SPG+S27 PATENT GLAZING. SPG+S27 Series Product Assembly Manual 1999

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1 SPG+S27 PATENT GLAZING SPG+S27 Series Product Assembly Manual 1999

2 4.1.ii SPG and S27 Patent Glazing Introduction The Company Senior Aluminium Systems are a group of companies based in the United Kingdom who operate through a network of regional Service Centres. Its' operations include the main business of stockholding in both systemized and standard aluminium extrusions. Mill finish, anodised (natural and bronze), and powder coated sections are all available,along with all of the necessary accessories for manufacture. The incorporation of new or modified sections, system compatible, is carried out when required. The emphasis is on service to our clients, with response speed being very much of the essence. Deliveries are made on dedicated vehicles in our own livery, into all areas of the country on a regular basis - collections can be easily arranged for direct release (ex. works) to our clients' instructions. Short notice collections can also be arranged in the event of the occasional, and inevitable 'emergency'. The Product Range Other product ranges available from Senior Aluminium Systems include: - Entrances and Doors, Curtain Wall, Casement Windows, Mid-Rise Commercial Windows, Patent Glazing, Sub Frame, Standard Angles and Rectangular Tubes, Residential Windows, Residential Doors, Patio Doors and Secondary Glazing. Quality Assurance We are committed to the aims of ISO 9001 Quality Assurance. In the event of questions or queries concerning the contents of this manual or any other product on offer from Senior Aluminium Systems, please do not hesitate to contact us on: Senior Aluminium Systems Denaby (Head Office) Senior Aluminium Systems Scotland Senior Aluminium Systems South Senior Aluminium Systems Plc operate a policy of continuing development and reserve the right to amend and improve their products without notification. Every effort will however be made to ensure that up-dates are circulated to our clients for information as deemed necessary. All items contained in this manual are subject to our normal terms and conditions, a copy of which is available on request. Whilst we make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the drawings and measurements contained in this manual, we neither warrant nor guarantee the accuracy and you should undertake your own measurements and not place any reliance on or act in consequence of the contents herein.

3 SPG and S27 Patent 4.1.iii Scope This specification covers the materials, sections and accessories generally available from stock through the Senior Aluminium Systems plc. It illustrates typical recommendations for the fabrication of our SPG and S27 Patent Glazing. The sections and fittings described in this manual are not definitive or exclusive in application but show typical assemblies using standard materials and accessories. These details are suitable for installations in both new buildings and refurbishments. Construction SPG and S27 Patent Glazing Sections, whether single or double-glazed, are typically installed using mechanical methods and butt joints Assembly involves the initial installation of the main roofing bars onto a structural supporting frame, followed by the added use of horizontal purlin bars or joint came sections. SPG sections operate on a beaded, Tee format base (stalk up) and use clamped purlin bars. S27 sections are designed on a cruciform base (stalk down) and use screw on pressure caps to the main bars with H section joint cames for purling jointing of glass. A proprietary sealant to protect against water entry should always be used on all metal-to-metal joints during installation. Extruded brackets are used to secure the main bars to the structure and a draught excluder for the eaves position is include as part of the system. All sections are designed for glass installation only. At all times good working practices should be employed. Accessories All accessories shown in this manual are deemed to be both typical, and suitable for, the installations intended. They are generally standard items, which carry with them the manufacturers guarantees and are components, which are held in stock at each of our service centres. Materials Extruded aluminium is Aluminium Alloy 6063.T6 to BS 1474, 1987 Anodising: i) Natural (Silver) anodised to BS3987, and ii) Anolok Bronze Colour 547 anodised to BS3987, Anodising is to a minimum of 25 microns (AA25). Powder Coating is to BS6496, Gasketry is manufactured in accordance with BS3734 and BS7412, cat A. Glazing Note: All Glazing should be carried out to the recommendations of B.S Single glazing sections are designed to take glass thicknesses of 6mm and 6.4mm. Each pane of glass may be individually inserted into its own fully rebated and prepared opening. Purpose designed gasket seals are used on all sections to both the outside and the inside for aesthetic appearance from the visible surfaces of the installation. Glass is retained in position by either beads or by pressure plates screwed into extruded screw ports in the top of the main bars. Cover caps may be used to conceal the main bar fixing screws. For double glazing a standard unit thickness of 24mm has been adopted as the standard. Double glazing is carried out in the same manner as single glazing. Site Installation Site fixing of finished frames should take into account all applicable standards with regard to both the method employed and safe working practices. Frame fixings should be suitable for the purpose given site conditions and materials into which the installation is to be made. If in doubt, please check with your fixings supplier regarding type and method to be used. It should be remembered that Patent Glazing Bars may be used in Vertical Applications as well as Sloping Roof Applications. Machinery Requirement Senior Aluminium Systems Patent Glazing Systems are designed to facilitate installation with nominal equipment. It is however advisable that a reasonable approach be made to available machinery and it s use to ensure a good quality of finished work with any aluminium product.

4 4.1.iv SPG and S27 Patent Glazing Index Description Detail Page. Last Issue Date Front Cover 4.1.i Introduction 4.1.ii Specification 4.1.iii Index 4.1.iv Index 4.1.v Section Identification 4.1.vi Section Identification 4.1.vii General Arrangements SPG Rafter - Sections 4.A General Arrangements SPG Transom - Sections 4.A General Arrangements S27 Rafter S.G. Sections 4.A General Arrangements S27 Rafter S.G. Sections 4.A General Arrangements S27 Rafter D.G. Sections 4.A General Arrangements S27 Rafter D.G. Sections 4.A General Arrangements S27 Fixing Detail 4.A General Arrangements Joint Came Detail 4.A Full Size Sections SPG Main Bars 4.B Full Size Sections SPG Beads and Transoms 4.B Full Size Sections S27 Bars and Caps 4.B Full Size Sections S27 Bars, Joint Cames and Fixings 4.B

5 SPG and S27 Patent Glazing 4.1.v Index Description Product Page Last Issue Date Accessories End Caps and Main Accessories 4.C Accessories Notes 4.C Section Properties Main SPG Sections 4.D Section Properties Main S27 Sections 4.D Preparation Details SPG General Details 4.E Preparation Details SPG Typical Fixing Detail 4.E Preparation Details S27 General Details 4.E Preparation Details S27 Purlin Detail 4.E Preparation Details Joint Came Sealing Detail 4.E

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