USG Translucents Canopies - Manual (Page 8)

7 T ranslucenTs ™ Canopies
Installation
Planning
Job Site Conditions Building conditions: Building shall be enclosed with all windows and exterior doors in place and glazed,
and the roof watertight.
Interior temperature/humidity in building: Climatic conditions in areas to systems shall range from 60°F
(16°C) to 85°F (29°C) and relative humidity of not more than 55% shall be maintained before installation
of components.
Man Power It is recommend that the installation of the formed panel onto the panel attachment clips be done by two
people, other steps such as preparation and lay-out can be done by one person.
Tools/Materials – Plumb-bob Laser
– Level Laser
– Hammer Drill
– Wire Cutters (Cable Cutters)
– Battery Drill
– Anchors (not supplied)
– Allen Wrench (8mm)
Area Preparation Clear the floor area of any debris or obstacles.
Material Information Each panel will have 4 predrilled holes that will be used with the provided panel attachments plates. Panel
joiner clips are not supplied as part of the canopy kit so for multiple panel installations the clips must be
purchased separately.
Anchoring/Bracing information Anchors may be necessary for the attachment of the structure attachment clips to wood, concrete, or drywall.
Installer should follow the anchor manufactures recommendation for securing and attaching anchors to
mounting surface or building structure.
Wire Installation For multiple panel installations in which the panels are joined together, it is very important that the hanging
and Considerations cables are plumb and independently attached to the the mounting surface or structure. Other ceiling element
such as lights or signage should not be attached to the supporting cables.
Multiple Panel Installations When installing more than one panel, each panel should be installed independently and only after all the
panels are hung and at the appropriate height, should they be joined with the panel joiner clips.
Panels can be joined side by side as well as end to end using the panel joiner clip.