AL13. Furring Bar Guide. Vol 2 AL13. architectural panel system. Version 1. patent pending

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1 04 AL13 Furring Bar Guide AL13 architectural panel system Vol 2 Version 1 patent pending

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3 How to Design for AL13 01 AL13 Architectural Panel System STRUCTURAL FRAMING INSULATION PANEL FRAME ASSEMBLY FURRING BAR 3 MIN. FLANGE 24 MAX. CENTER TO CENTER PANEL PANEL SPACER FURRING BAR The AL13 system may be installed on FURRING BAR with external insulation (flush with furring bar surface). When designing for the system to be installed on a furring bar substrate, the following points are recommended: NOTES If external insulation is present (flush with furring bar surface), AL13 recommends the furring bars be placed at a maximum of 24 on center, with a 3 minimum flange. The panel frame assembly utilizes the snap lock technology and requires an impact to engage the two components. Ensure that the substrate is solid enough to sustain this impact. version 1.9 F01

4 How to Design for AL13 01 AL13 Architectural Panel System PANEL FRAME ASSEMBLY STRUCTURAL FRAMING FURRING BAR 3 MIN. FLANGE 24 MAX. CENTER TO CENTER PANEL PANEL SPACER FURRING BAR The AL13 system may be installed on FURRING BAR with external insulation (flush with furring bar surface). When designing for the system to be installed on a furring bar substrate, the following points are recommended: NOTES If external insulation is present (flush with furring bar surface), AL13 recommends the furring bars be placed at a maximum of 24 on center, with a 3 minimum flange. The panel frame assembly utilizes the snap lock technology and requires an impact to engage the two components. Ensure that the substrate is solid enough to sustain this impact. version 1.9 F02

5 02 Installation Guidelines 1 IMPORTANT: Failure to follow the guidelines herein will void the AL13 warranty Please read and understand the entirety of this guide. Any questions or inconsistencies should be directed to info@al13.ca Guidelines may vary depending on project particulars and conditions. Contact AL13 with questions regarding variance from this guide. Standard carpentry skills are required for optimum results. Good health and safety practices must be followed when installing AL13 ACM System. Key steps for a successful installation 01 Understand the various elements of the system 02 Plan the installation, work schedule, layout, and material usage 03 Ensure everyone working has read the installation guidelines 04 Execute work in the sequence set forth in the installation guidelines 05 Protection should be worn at all times; gloves, ear protection, safety glasses and hard hat 06 Protect the product by storing the material in a dry and clean environment 07 Ensure proper fit of the system 08 Upon completion of installation remove protective film and clean any debris on wall Pre-installation: Receiving materials When materials arrive on site, ensure that all panels, extrusions and other component packaging are in good condition and free of any defects. > Shipping or packaging issues should be noted on the waybill and then reported to the distributor. > Should any products be damaged, the receiving party is responsible for filing a freight claim to the shipping company within 24 hours of receiving product. > Defective materials should be reported to the distributor from which the product was dispatched from. version 1.9 F03

6 Installation Guidelines 2 02 AL13 Architectural Panel System Component Size / piece Material Price End Frame 8 length AL13 coated AA-6063-T5 aluminum extrusion please contact local distributor Inside Corner Frame 8 length AL13 coated AA-6063-T5 aluminum extrusion please contact local distributor Outside Corner Frame 8 length AL13 coated AA-6063-T5 aluminum extrusion please contact local distributor Panel Frame Assembly 8 length AL13 coated AA-6063-T5 aluminum extrusion please contact local distributor Perimeter Frame Assembly 8 length AL13 coated AA-6063-T5 aluminum extrusion please contact local distributor Panel spacer 8 length AL13 thin gauge formed aluminum please contact local distributor ACM Panel 4 x 8 sheet AL13 aluminum composite panel with PE or fire rated core please contact local distributor Adhesive Tape 108 roll AL13 double sided acrylic adhesive please contact local distributor Metal/Wood Fastener 500 per pkg. AL13 #12 Tredecim-coated with EPDM washer & mini drill-point please contact local distributor Metal Fastener 500 per pkg. AL13 #10 Tredecim-coated with drill-point please contact local distributor Concrete Fastener 100 per pkg. AL13 3/16 Tredecim-coated with matched tolerance drill bit please contact local distributor Product Legend: This installation guide will discuss various components of the system and use component reference blocks. Please refer to the following to verify the correct component. version 1.9 F04

7 02 Installation Guidelines 3 Inventory Once material is verified to be in good condition, take inventory of units according to the packing slip. Make sure all materials - panel, extrusions, panel spacers, fasteners, and adhesive tape - and quantities are present. - The distributor should be notified immediately if the order has any missing or incomplete components. Failure to do so may void re-fulfillment. Material handling AL13 ACM System panels are shipped on pallets in 60 sheets (or less) per unit. The sheets are secured in place with metal strapping and covered with protective wrap. Panels should be kept in their original packaging or similar and moved by a forklift or pallet jack. Once a pallet is unwrapped and metal straps are cut, panels may be moved individually. Ensure to use clean work gloves to protect from sharp edges and keep panels clean. Panels must be first lifted vertically away from panel, then away - DO NOT DRAG OR SLIDE panels across. Store all materials in a clean and dry environment, both before and after materials are unpacked. Wear gloves when handling materials, and use suction cups when mounting panels to wall. Ensure to wear eye and ear protection when cutting materials. Always wear approriate personal protective equipment. Tools AL13 is made to be installed with general tools, a recommended tool list is as follows: > Sawhorses/work table > Circular saw, handheld with guide > Table saw > Cordless electric impact with appropriate bits > Non-ferrous saw blades intended for cutting Aluminum > Jigsaw > File (for de-burring cut sheets) > Level/plumb line > Chalk line > Cordless electric drill > Drill bit set > Suction cups version 1.9 F05

8 02 Installation Guidelines 4 Panel layout It is important to commence work with good construction practice and schedule work with other trades to avoid delays. Once installation begins it must not be delayed for any length of time as damage may occur to the system, substrate or both due to exposure to the elements. Before any installation begins, it is imperative to plan the layout of the system. The architectural plans/elevations should be reviewed to determine the appropriate grid for the system. Should no such plans be available, measure areas to develop a pattern that will maximize panel size, aesthetics and minimize fabrication. VERTICAL JOINT 1 approx. layout dimension panel dimension Standard panel size is 4 x 8 (1220mm x 2440mm). Do not use these dimensions for determining layout lines, adequate space must be left between panels for extrusions. Note that between horizontal panels the upper panel may sit on the edge of the frame extrusion and decrease the gap from approx. 1 to approximately 3/4. Material use Once the layout has been determined, double check that there is an adequate amount of materials present for the application at hand. Since estimation takeoffs and quantities are based on panel layout, any installation varying from the original plan may affect quantities and cause material shortages. Make sure to check the cut plan to determine if this will result in any further shortages. When calculating material usage, note that vertical extrusions - in most cases - will carry through continuously, while the horizontals tuck and terminate under the tabs of the verticals. version 1.9 F06

9 02 Furring Bar Install 1 Laying out the grid The first part of the installation guide will outline a basic install on a flat wall as illustrated below in its completed form. The subsequent drawings section will outline more intricate details like inside corners, outside corners, windows, doors, overhangs and build-outs. version 1.9 F07

10 02 Furring Bar Install 2 Laying out the grid Using the chosen layout, determine the best suited datum - or starting point - shown here as the lower left corner. Lay out the panel grid using chalk lines (or similar) from the datum point, ensuring that all lines are plumb and level. A furring bar will be required at each horizontal AL13 Frame component. version 1.9 F08

11 02 Furring Bar Install 3 Fasten baseline extrusion Vertical Perimeter fastener End Frame The vertical perimeter extrusions are normally the first extrusions to be fixed to the wall - the building wrap/envelope must be complete to spec before anything goes on the wall. Lay out End Frame extrusions according to the marked grid lines, ensuring frames are plumb before fastening. Consult the fastener specifications guide in this binder to determine fastener type and spacing. For optimum workflow it s best to work from left to right, bottom up. Place the first fastener near the bottom of the extrusion and continue fastening upwards according to the fastener guide spacing. Only fasten the extrusion up to the height of the first row of panels. An Outside Corner Frame, Inside Corner Frame, or a Perimeter Frame Assembly may be used in place of the End Frame in this situation. The End Frame is shown here only to keep the scope of this guide relatively simple. version 1.9 F09

12 02 Furring Bar Install 4 Fasten baseline extrusion Baseline Perimeter weep hole fastener butt joint intersection End Frame A horizontal End Frame is the next component to be installed. This will establish the horizontal datum - and will be a reference to subsequent extrusions - so it is important that it is mounted level. Consult the fastener specification guidelines to establish fastener type and spacing.to allow for adequate water drainage, the extrusion will require weep holes to be drilled, 1/4 every 16 on center (or otherwise specified by the project plans). If one length of the End Frame extrusion is not long enough to span the distance required, it is necessary to use a second piece and butt the two together. Take care in aligning butt joints so that they are flush, shim as needed. At the intersection of vertical and horizontal End Frames, the horizontal End Frame shall sit under the tab of the vertical End Frame. version 1.9 F10

13 02 Furring Bar Install 5 Fasten back plates Panel Frame The Panel Frame Assembly consists of two parts; the top cap, and the back plate. The first piece to be installed is the back plate. Consult the fastener specification guidelines to establish fastener type and spacing. In this example, the workflow is starting from the lower left corner and completes each row before moving up the wall. To accommodate the first panel, install the back plates on the grid lines. When back plates intersect each other, it is required to leave a minimum gap of 1.5. When fastening the back plates, the fasteners must alternate flanges. version 1.9 F11

14 02 Furring Bar Install 6 Fasten panel spacers fastener Panel Spacer Adhesive Tape The Panel Spacers are installed vertically on the wall to space the panel away from the substrate and stiffen the panel across the center. Consult the fastener specification guidelines to establish fastener type and spacing. Ensure that the two centermost Panel Spacers are positioned closer together - approximately 6-8 on center - and apply the Adhesive tape full length to the outer flange of the Panel Spacers as illustrated. The Panel Spacers should be cut to fit so that they sit 2 inches away from the nearest frame component. The ends of the outermost Panel Spacers may also be bent slightly away from the wall to increase the pressure acting on the panel towards the underside of the extrusion tabs. This helps to ensure that the panel sits tightly in the corners where the extrusions tuck under one another. version 1.9 F12

15 02 Furring Bar Install 7 ACM panel fit Lower Panel ACM Panel The ACM Panel may need to be cut down if a smaller size from the standard (4 x 8 ) is required. This may be done on a standard circular saw, or table saw - so long as a metal blade is used - using a guide to ensure cuts are straight and clean. The protective film should be peeled back approximately 1 from the edges, but should remain on the panel otherwise. Gloves should be worn to keep panel clean and to protect hands from sharp edges. Once a panel is ready to be fit, it may be taken off the stack. Make sure not to drag sheets across, rather lift the sheet up off the stack then away. Although the panels have a protective film applied from the factory, reckless handling may cause damage to the panel through the wrap. It is recommended that at least two people carry one sheet. Step 1 - Position panel on its long edge, lift it up and place in the horizontal End Frame. Step 2 - rotate panel towards wall. Step 3 - once panel is flush, slide the panel under the tab of the vertical End Frame. The panel should sit halfway under each tab Suction cups are also recommended for installing panels version 1.9 F13

16 02 Furring Bar Install 8 Horizontal top cap Fastening Lower Panel engage with w/ AL13 sled workflow Panel Frame Assembly After the ACM Panel has been shifted into the correct position, press panel down on the center to adhere the panel to the adhesive tape. The top cap is the second part of the two part Panel Frame Assembly which is snapped into place with a rubber mallet and the AL13 Engagement Tool. Once the top cap is cut to the appropriate length, it may be hammered into place with a rubber mallet and the AL13 Engagement Tool. When a horizontal top cap intersects a vertical End Frame, it should slide under the tab - allow for the same interface for when the vertical top cap is installed. Continue workflow to the right and repeat previous steps for remaining panels on the first row of wall. For all other remaining rows repeat steps F11 to F14. The horizontal top cap should sit halfway under the tabs of the vertical frame components, in the same manner as the panel. Therefore the horizontal top cap may be cut and positioned to match the panel. version 1.9 F14

17 02 Furring Bar Install 9 Installing upper panels Fastening Upper Panel End Frame Before fitting the panel ensure that all the required Panel Spacers, adhesive and back plates are installed. A horizontal End Frame must also be installed along the top of the wall before any panels are fitted. The top two panels in a column must be installed sequentially since the top of wall terminates under the Horizontal End Frame and would be unable to be installed if the top cap was already installed along the bottom edge as well. Step 1 - Install lower panel as per steps laid out in W12 and hold in place while second panel is fitted. Step 2 - Slide upper panel up under the tab of the horizontal End Frame. Step 3 - Rotate panel towards wall until flush. Step 4 - Slide panel underneath the vertical End Frame. version 1.9 F15

18 02 Furring Bar Install 10 Top ACM panels Fastening Upper Panel engage with w/ AL13 sled workflow Perimeter Frame Assembly Top Cap After the ACM Panel has been shifted into the correct position, press panels down on the center to adhere the panels to the adhesive tape. The top cap is the second part of the two part Panel Frame Assembly, and is snapped into place with a rubber mallet and the AL13 Engagement Tool. Once the top cap is cut to the appropriate length, it is to be hammered into place with a rubber mallet and AL13 Engagement Tool. When a horizontal top cap intersects a vertical End Frame, it should slide under the tab. Allow for the same interface for when the vertical top cap is installed. Continue workflow from left to right as required, installing the top two panels at one time. version 1.9 F16

19 02 Furring Bar Install 11 Vertical top cap Vertical Fastening Top Cap Once two adjacent columns of panels have been installed, the top cap may be installed. The top cap is the second part of the Panel Frame Assembly which is snapped into place with a rubber mallet and the AL13 Engagement Tool. Step 1 - Slide the top cap underneath the tab of the lower horizontal End Frame. Step 2 - Rotate top cap towards wall. Step 3 - Hammer top cap in place with a rubber mallet and the AL13 Engagement Tool. If one length of the top cap extrusion is not long enough to span the distance required, it is necessary to use a second piece and butt the two together. Take care in aligning butt joints so that they are flush, shim as needed (do not butt two top caps at an intersection, where no back plate is present). version 1.9 F17

20 02 Furring Bar Install 12 Finishing and inspect Once the install is complete, work from the top down to remove the protective plastic film and clean panels as required. Take note of any installation flaws and ensure all top caps are fully hammered into place. Protective film must be removed with in days after panels have been installed (or from first exposure to direct sunlight). version 1.9 F18

21 02 Furring Bar Install 13 Further situations The Generic Install guide is intended to show the best practices for a basic install and how the various components work together. It is outside the scope of this manual and impossible to anticipate & outline every installation situation that may be encountered. In order to present the install in the most clear and direct manner, there are a few standard situations that are not covered in this guide. These situations are shown in detail in the following Drawings section, however the below guide will describe how they would install relative to this guide. Component 01 End Frame Generally installed in a vertical or horizontal orientation and is used to terminate the wall system or butt/transition to another wall surface. May be used to butt up to the frames of windows, doors or any other protrusions and recesses in the wall surface. 02 Inside Corner Frame Generally installed in a vertical orientation and is used to transition the wall system across a 90 inside corner. May be installed in the same sequence and manner as the Vertical End Frame. 03 Outside Corner Frame Generally installed in a vertical orientation and is used to transition the wall system across a 90 outside corner. May be installed in the same sequence and manner as the Vertical End Frame. 04 Panel Frame Assembly Installed both horizontally & vertically and is generally installed between adjacent panels. 05 Perimeter Frame Assembly Installed both horizontally & vertically to terminate the system, used as an alternate to the End Frame as desired. May be used to butt up to the horizontal or vertical frames of windows, doors or any other protrusions and recesses in the wall surface. In general, the vertical extrusions carry through and the horizontal extrusions are segmented and tuck under the tab of the verticals. Please consult AL13 should there be any questions regarding specialized configurations that are not covered in this installation guide or in the drawing section. version 1.9 F19

22 03 System Drawings Typical details: Furring Bar A, 6B, 6C Substructure note: AL13 recommends 18 ga. galvanized with a 3 (minumum) mounting flange, girts should be mounted at a maxiumum of 24 on center (horizontally). General details 1 Vertical 2 Vertical end of wall 3 Horizontal 4 Inside corner 5 Outside corner 6a Parapet - top of wall 6b Horizontal transition 6c Soffit - top of wall 7 Soffit - fascia 8 Bottom of wall 9 Non-perp. Ins. Cnr. 10 Non-perp. Out. Cnr. 11 Intersection cut 9 & 10 not vissible version 1.9 F20

23 03 System Drawings Vertical MECHANICAL FASTENER PANEL FRAME ASSEMBLY PANEL SPACER PANEL F-BAR DETAIL Vertical connection between adjacent 1 panels. Primary connector for vertical joints between panels. Panel Spacers position panel away from wall to the underside of panel frame tabs. flashing may not be shown, or may not be shown correctly for your project please consult local building code or project envelope engineer version 1.9 F21

24 03 System Drawings Vertical End END FRAME 3/4 ALTERNATIVE CLADDING PANEL MECHANICAL FASTENER PANEL SPACER ALTERNATE END CONDITION USING PERIMETER FRAME ASSEMBLY F-BAR DETAIL 2 Vertical end of wall - transition. Used to vertically terminate the system or transition to butt to window/door frames flashing may not be shown, or may not be shown correctly for your project please consult local building code or project envelope engineer version 1.9 F22

25 03 System Drawings Horizontal PANEL MECHANICAL FASTENER PANEL FRAME ASSEMBLY PANEL SPACER F-BAR DETAIL 3 Horizontal connection between adjacent panels. Primary connector for horizontal joints between panels. Panel Spacers position panel away from wall to the underside of panel frame tabs. flashing may not be shown, or may not be shown correctly for your project. please consult local building code or project envelope engineer version 1.9 F23

26 03 System Drawings Inside corner PANEL SPACER INSIDE CORNER FRAME MECHANICAL FASTENER PANEL F-BAR DETAIL 4 Inside corner connection between perpendicular panels. For connecting adjacent perpendicular panels. For any angle Other than 90, two End Frames (detail 9,10) may be used. flashing may not be shown, or may not be shown correctly for your project. please consult local building code or project envelope engineer version 1.9 F24

27 03 System Drawings Outside corner MECHANICAL FASTENER PANEL SPACER OUTSIDE CORNER FRAME PANEL F-BAR DETAIL 5 Outside corner connection between perpendicular panels. For connecting adjacent perpendicular panels. For any angle Other than 90, two end frames (detail 9,10) may be used. flashing may not be shown, or may not be shown correctly for your project. please consult local building code or project envelope engineer version 1.9 F25

28 03 System Drawings Parapet - Top of wall END FRAME MECHANICAL FASTENER PANEL PANEL SPACER F-BAR DETAIL 6A Horizontal top of wall - transition. End Frame used to horizontally terminate the system or transition to sit under parapet/flashing. flashing may not be shown, or may not be shown correctly for your project please consult local building code or project envelope engineer version 1.9 F26

29 03 System Drawings Horizontal transition ALTERNATIVE CLADDING END FRAME 3/4 MECHANICAL FASTENER PANEL ALTERNATE END CONDITION USING PERIMETER FRAME ASSEMBLY. PANEL SPACER F-BAR DETAIL 6B Horizontal top of wall - transition. End Frame used to horizontally terminate the system or transition. flashing may not be shown, or may not be shown correctly for your project please consult local building code or project envelope engineer version 1.9 F27

30 03 System Drawings Soffit - Top of wall END FRAME MECHANICAL FASTENER PANEL PANEL SPACER F-BAR DETAIL 6C Horizontal top of wall - transition. End Frame used to horizontally terminate the system or transition; butt to soffit. flashing may not be shown, or may not be shown correctly for your project please consult local building code or project envelope engineer version 1.9 F28

31 03 System Drawings Soffit - Fascia DRAINAGE WEEP HOLES MECHANICAL FASTENER END FRAME PANEL PANEL SPACER VENT MATERIAL ALTERNATIVE CONDITION FOR SOFFIT VENTILATION F-BAR DETAIL 7 Overhang or build out. A series of horizontal terminations, using the End Frame for an overhang or build out. flashing may not be shown, or may not be shown correctly for your project please consult local building code or project envelope engineer version 1.9 F29

32 03 System Drawings Bottom of wall PANEL PANEL SPACER MECHANICAL FASTENER END FRAME DRAINAGE WEEP HOLES F-BAR DETAIL 8 Horizontal bottom of wall - transition. End Frame used to horizontally terminate the system for the bottom of wall, weep holes allow for any moisture to escape. flashing may not be shown, or may not be shown correctly for your project please consult local building code or project envelope engineer version 1.9 F30

33 03 System Drawings Non-prependicular inside corner PANEL PANEL SPACER END FRAME MECHANICAL FASTENER F-BAR DETAIL Non-perpendicular inside corner for 9 connecting adjacent panels at an angle other than 90. Two End Frames may be used in tandem to create a corner of varying angles. flashing may not be shown, or may not be shown correctly for your project please consult local building code or project envelope engineer version 1.9 F31

34 03 System Drawings Non-prependicular outside corner PANEL PANEL SPACER MECHANICAL FASTENER END FRAME F-BAR DETAIL 10 Non-perpendicular inside corner for connecting adjacent panels at an angle other than 90. Two End Frames may be used in tandem to create a corner of varying angles. flashing may not be shown, or may not be shown correctly for your project please consult local building code or project envelope engineer version 1.9 F32

35 04 Fastener Specifications 1 BONDING SURFACE PANEL SPACER AL13 general installation specifications AL13 may install directly on furring bars. The mechanical fasteners anchor into the horizontal furring bars and bridge vertically as required. AL13 frame components System frame components are installed with mechanical fasteners, with a minimum of 2 fasteners per piece. See fastener specs for more details. AL13 panel spacers The panel spacers are installed with mechanical fasteners every 8 on center, mounted vertically every 12 to 18 on center with a minimum of 2 fasteners per piece - and the two middle hangers mounted 8 on center. For narrow panels, a minumum of two panel spacers are required. AL13 panels Panels are fastened by the frame tabs around the entire perimeter. No traditional mechanical fasteners are required in the panel itself. AL13 adhesive tape Acrylic adhesive tape (two sided) is applied full length to the two middle panel spacers - that are placed 8 inches apart - to secure the panel during installation*. See section 4 for specifications. The adhesive tape is redundant for fastening purposes. version 1.9 F33

36 04 Fastener Specifications 2 130(58) 120(54) 130(58) 90(40) 100(45) 110(49) 90(40) 7.93(0.38) 15.66(0.75) 9.81(0.47) 120(54) 110(49) 100(45) 16.70(0.80) 9.40(0.45) 13.15(0.63) 10.02(0.48) 10.44(0.50) 8.77(0.42) 10.02(0.48) 9.40(0.45) 11.07(0.53) 8.56(0.41) 12.53(0.60) 12.11(0.58) 85(38) 8.35(0.40) 8.56(0.41) 10.86(0.52) 90(40) 110(45) 110(49) 90(40) 90(40) 110(49) 120(54) 110(49) 120(54) North American Wind loads 90(40) 100(45) 110(49) 110(54) 130(58) 130(58) 140(63) Please reference the stats on this chart and the info on the next page to find out the appropriate wind pressure design loads for your area. version 1.9 F34

37 04 Fastener Specifications 3 USA specs Canada specs Location Mph (m/s) Location KPA PSF Hawaii Victoria, BC Guam Vancouver, BC Virgin Islands Calgary, AB American Samoa Edmonton, AB Regina, SK USA notes Saskatoon, SK ) Values are nominal design 3-second guest wind speeds in miles per hour (m/s) at 33ft (10m) above ground Exposure C category. Winnipeg, MA Toronto, ON ) Linear interpolation contours permitted. Ottawa, ON ) Islands and coastal area outside the last countour shall use the last wind speed contour of the coasatal area. Montreal, QC Quebec City, QC ) Mountainous terrain, gorges, ocean promontories, and special wind regions shall be examines for unusal Fredericton, NB Halifax, NS Canada notes Charlottetown, PE Fastener layout will vary by project depending on the location and the subsequent wind loading for that region. The Canadian National Building Code specifies wind pressure design loads to be determined from statistically averaged wind speeds from across the country over a number of years. The wind load used for design is an hourly wind speed that has a chance of 1 in 50 of being exceeded in any given year plus a factor to take into account for structure height. The chart on page W34 depicts the hourly wind pressures in major centers in Canada (1 in 50). St. John's, NL Whitehorse, YT Yellowknife, NT Iqaluit, NU The structural design values must be determined by following procedures outlined by the local building code. The pressure values listed in the table above (for reference only) are then modified based on local topographical conditions, building construction, and building height (having the greatest effect on wind pressure). version 1.9 F35

38 04 Fastener Specifications 4 The table below provides the fastener spacing (in inches) for the frame components based on substrate and wind load design pressure. Maximum fastener spacing for system frame components ( inches ) DESIG PRESSURE SUBSTRATE PSF KPA 18 GA. GIRT This table is to be used as a guideline only, and not for engineering purposes. Each project is unique and warrants a review of local building codes and/or hiring of an engineering consultant firm. For further questions pertaining to engineering or for consultant firm recommendations, please visit our engineering site at: version 1.9 F36

39 04 Fastener Specifications 4 When using the AL13 specified fasteners, care must be taken to install as per the manufacturer s recommendations to achieve the desired strength. All metal fasteners must fully penetrate the structure by a minimum of 3 thread pitches. AL13 recommends the use of AL13 #10 Tredecim-coated drill-point fasteners. Refer to the fastener table for center-to-center spacing. The fastener spacing table refers to the distance between fasteners on the same flange. For frame components with two flanges (inside corner frame, outside corner frame, and panel frame assembly) the fastener layout is applied to each flange separatley, and it is important to stagger the fastener layout. version 1.9 F37