SSG Series Product Assembly Manual 2014 SSG SECONDARY GLAZING

SSG Series Product Assembly Manual 2014 SSG SECONDARY GLAZING

SSG10.1.ii 06.14 SSG Secondary Glazing Introduction The Company Senior Architectural Systems is a UK based group which operates 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 held in stock, 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 Architectural Systems include: - Entrances and Doors, Curtain Walls, Sub Frames, Mid-Rise Commercial Windows, Patent Glazing, Standard Angles and Rectangular Tubes, Residential Windows and Doors, Patio Doors. 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 Architectural Systems, please do not hesitate to contact us on: Senior Architectural Systems (Head Office) 01709 772600 Senior Architectural Systems Scotland 01506 407640 Senior Architectural Systems South 01633 277880 Senior Architectural Systems 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.

SSG Secondary Glazing SSG10.1.iii 06.14 Specifications Description The range of aluminum alloy Secondary Windows as detailed are designed for double glazing existing primary windows. They are easily fitted and operated, and allow for cleaning and maintaining both the existing primary and applied Secondary Window. When installed, they will give all the thermal and acoustic advantages of double glazing. The wide air space between the existing and Secondary Window can be more effective than the hermetically sealed double glazing unit. With the exception of the light duty fixed light, all units are set in identical designed outer frames suitable for installing adjacent to each other by using independently fixed corner or tee coupling mullions. Hinged windows however, cannot be hung directly from these mullions. Materials Extruded aluminium is Aluminium Alloy 6063.T6 to BS 1474, 2008. Anodising: i) Natural (Silver) anodised to BS3987, 1991. and ii) Anolok Bronze Colour 547 anodised to BS3987, 1991. Anodising is to a minimum of 25 microns (AA25). Powder Coating is to BS EN 12206-1:2004.. Gasketry is manufactured in accordance with BS3734. Glazing Note: All Glazing should be carried out to the recommendations of B.S.6262. Single glazing 4mm to 6mm is standard using channel glazing gaskets Size Limitations The Secondary Window range can be assembled in the following basic window types:- 1.Single Light Duty Fixed Light. Up to a maximum overall area 1.8m 2 2.Single Fixed Light Up to maximum overall area 2.2m 2 3.Hinged Lights. (hinge weight limit 4kg) a. Side Hung - maximum W = 700mm maximum H = 1800mm b. Top Hung - maximum W = 1500mm maximum H = 600mm c. Double Side Hung maximum W = 1400mm maximum H = 1800mm 5.Horizontal Sliding. (maximum load for each roller 9kg) Using 76282 meeting stiles maximum W = 1200mm maximum H = 1300mm Using 76281 meeting stiles maximum H = 2000mm 4. Lift Out Weight is the main factor for these units and a limit of 15kg should not be exceeded. Maximum area for 4mm glass = 1.5m 2 Maximum area for 6mm glass = 1.03m 2 6. Vertical Sliding. Weight is the main factor: Spirex, 13.7mm dia., capacity per pair = 13kg Maximum area for 4mm glass = 1.3m 2 Maximum area for 6mm glass = 0.88m 2 Glass Weight (for Reference) 4mm = 10kg/m 2 6mm = 15kg/m 2 The size and weight limits given for any of the Secondary Window units must not be exceeded. Hinged units always to be fitted with alignment wedges. For Vertical Sliding units, spiral balances and required balance brackets are obtained by direct order from the balance stockists only, giving information of window height, width, dimension to central meeting stile and glazing material. Fittings See accessories listed for each window type. The double woven polypropylene pile weather stripping inserted into the integral grooves of inner frame sections (sliding and lift-out units) can be replaced in the event of damage or wear. Maintenance Aluminium requires only regular washing down with soap (or mild detergent) and water.

SSG10.1.iv 06.14 SSG Secondary Glazing Index Description Detail Page. Last Issue Date Front Cover SSG10.1.i 06.14 Introduction SSG10.1.ii 06.14 Specification SSG10.1.iii 06.14 Index SSG10.1.iv 06.14 Blank SSG10.1.v 06.14 Section Identification SSG10.1.vi 06.14 Blank SSG10.1.vii 06.14 A - General Arrangements General Arrangements Light Duty Fixed Lights SSG10.A.01 06.14 General Arrangements Fixed and Hinged SSG10.A.02 06.14 General Arrangements Lift Out SSG10.A.03 06.14 General Arrangements Blank SSG10.A.04 06.14 General Arrangements Horizontal Sliding SSG10.A.05 06.14 General Arrangements Horizontal Sliding SSG10.A.06 06.14 General Arrangements Vertical Sliding SSG10.A.07 06.14 General Arrangements Vertical Sliding SSG10.A.08 06.14 B - Section Identification Full Size Sections Light Duty, Lift-Out and Horizontal Sliding SSG10.B.01 06.14 Full Size Sections Vertical Sliding and Miscellaneous SSG10.B.02 06.14 C Accessory Components Accessories Accessories, Fixing Shims and PVC Packs SSG10.C.01 06.14 Accessories Blank SSG10.C.02 06.14 D - Cutting Formulas, Glass Deductions Section Properties All Aluminium Sections SSG10.D.01 06.14 Deductions Fixed, Hinged and Lift-Out SSG10.D.02 06.14 Deductions Horizontal Sliding SSG10.D.03 06.14 Deductions Vertical Sliding SSG10.D.04 06.14 E Preparation Preparation Fixed / Hinged Light SSG10.E.01 06.14 Preparation Lift-Out SSG10.E.02 06.14 Preparation Horizontal Sliding SSG10.E.03 06.14 Preparation Horizontal Sliding SSG10.E.04 06.14 Preparation Vertical Sliding SSG10.E.05 06.14

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