EFCO S5500 SSG - Manual (Page 41)

EFCO CORPORATION 6/2012 PART NO. Y554
Series 5500 Silicone Structural Glazed Curtain Wall Installation Instructions
Section VII: Door Framing Installation & Anchorage
STEP #1 INSTALL ADJACENT FRAME
The following example depicts a typical S-5500 elevation with door framing. The following illustra-
tions show the anchoring of the frame assemblies utilizing the standard method for anchoring of the
S-5500. It is up to the responsible engineer to determine the structural adequacy and type of anchor-
age method to be used for a given substrate, applied loads, and building movements. The S-5500 has
different anchorage options available to meet these conditions. Refer to previous sections for more
information. Assemble and seal the frames as shown in Section II.
A. Install all successive frames up to the door opening as noted in Section III, or as appropri-
ate. Right to left installation as viewed from the exterior is recommended.
B. Anchor the frame as required.
DOOR JAMB
FRAME ASSEMBLY
OPENING IN
STRUCTURE