Frame-fabrication-typea – Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope ICR-225 User Manual
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March 2012
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NOTE: Structural silicone glazed vertical mullion is referred to as “SSG Mullion.”
Details in this manual reflect the 4 1/2” system. 6” system part numbers and dimensions are referenced
in parentheses ( ) where applicable.
FRAME FABRICATION TYPE “A”
1.1 Measure Rough Opening to determine Frame Width and Frame Height dimensions. Allow 1/2” minimum
clearance for shimming and caulking around perimeter of frame.
1.2 Cut material to size.
SEE FIGURE 5 for guide.
Material Fabrication Guide
Figure 5
Frame Width
D.L.O.
Bay Width
at SSG Mull
D.L.O.
Frame
Height
Glazing gaskets should be cut 1/4” longer per foot of aluminum extrusion. Set aside and lay flat until
ready to glaze.
Head and Sill
Verticals, vertical filler and jambs
Vertical Face Caps
Intermediate Horizontals
(Optional) Intermediate Horizontals
Horizontal Glass Stops
Horizontal Face Caps
Horizontal Face Caps @ SSG
Daylight Opening (D.L.O.)
Frame Height
Frame Height
D.L.O. (Screw Spline)
D.L.O. Minus 1/16” (Shear Block)
D.L.O. Minus 1/32”
D.L.O. Minus 1/16”
Bay Width Minus 1/16” (SEE FIGURE 5)
(Maximum length 3 lites or 15 feet)