Econo 64 Specifications

Installation of top hinge will set 100mm from the top of the door. Hinges to be screw fixed only.

Suitable tools are of major importance to achieve an acceptable standard of finish. The correct tools for a particular job will normally result in improved efficiency and labour savings on the job. The tools recommended to give the best results are listed below:

Level, Plumb and Carpenter’s Square – for ensuring proper partition alignment.

Combination Square – for setting-up and checking accurate right angle and mitre cuts in aluminium components.

Radial Arm or Docking Saw (with special blade for cutting aluminium sections) – blade must be capable of cutting 100mm or wider section.

Mill Files – 250mm or longer for smoothing and fitting aluminium parts, use a coarse-tooth file to shape and fine-tooth to finish.

Hand Hacksaw – for cutting lightweight trim sections and scoring backs of mitres, a wavy-set type blade with 32 teeth per 25mm of blade works especially well with aluminium.

Carpenter’s Clamps – for clamping aluminium sections to saw table.

Rubber Mallet – for tapping aluminium sections into place

Ratchet Screwdriver – large size for installation of components and accessories, Philip’s tip point is essential.

Electric Drill and High-Speed Drill Bits – for attachment of components to components and components to structure.

Variable Speed Screw Gun – for attachment of board to frame.

On Site Jigger – cut a 20mm piece of “Econo” track, use a No. 30 drill bit to mark the hole in the section to locate assembly screws. Do not force machine when drilling through jig as the drill point will run off causing the hole to be out of position. (NB: Use 4mm Drill Bit

A successful installation depends on skilled tradespeople combining quality products and good construction practices. Our components are high quality products designed to work together but, without proper planning and correct installation, the products themselves will not produce quality results.

Cutting and fitting aluminium components requires special procedures and tools as well as careful attention to ensure accurate measurement. If joints are to be well fitted, the following procedures must be used, particularly for the large components.

A radial arm or docking saw with a special aluminium-cutting blade should be used. Hand sawing with a hacksaw or power-driven sabre saw will not produce sufficiently accurate results.

Lubricate the blade regularly with motor oil or special wax. When cutting aluminium rails, mullions and door frames, fit a hardwood block (cut exactly to size) inside the section to avoid distortion that causes an inaccurate fit. Clamp the part to the saw table with carpenter’s clamps and move the blade slowly through the aluminium section. Remove all burrs with a flat mill file and back-dress edges for critical fitting.

Rail and trim joints should be kept to a minimum. Do not use short pieces as an unacceptable finish will result.

Safety Note: Always wear safety glasses and ear protection when cutting aluminium.

The 64mm Econo section has two (2) screw flutes. The pocket is in the centre so the doors can be hung on either side of the frame. See reference drawing: Section C-C. Door jamb assemblies are supplied in a range of sizes to suite all applications Standard size: 2040 x 820 x 35mm in square-head finish with Aluminium or Stainless Steel Hinges.

Ceiling Height Partitions: Secure 64mm bottom track and top track with appropriate fasteners spaced 600mm maximum centre. Determine width of starter panel to achieve balanced appearance at ends of wall at door openings. Attach “Econo” standard track against end walls, attaching to wall at 600mm centres. Stand remainder of studs in tracks with open side facing away from wall starter.

Boxed studs must be used around all openings. Fix to top and bottom tracks with pop rivets. All corner studs should be fixed in place.

Plasterboard stud adhesive should be applied at 450mm centres to intermediate studs when 1200mm wide plasterboard panels are used. Repeat procedu as described previously. The last panel in any run of wall must be carefully cut to width allowing sufficient clearance.

Standard Door Jamb Assemblies: Door jamb sets are supplied processed for 2040 x 820 x 35mm doors only, to suit square head. Non-standard door jamb assemblies can be supplied against order or, alternatively, door jamb assemblies can be made by the recommended contractor on site.

Door Jambs : All door jamb assemblies contain door stiles, door head and doorstops with slamstrip, hinges and screws.

Door Jamb Openings : Fit “Econo” styles and head together. Secure all joints with screws. Screw fix to boxed studs at 600mm centres. Check to make sure that the door frame is in the correct way for the door thickness. After door frame is secure, cut the mitres on the doorstop and knock it in with a rubber hammer.

Partition Intersections : Attach “Econo” standard track to finished partitions or other abutments at 600mm centres.

Partition Terminals : Fit “Econo” standard track full height of wall to fix to boxed studs.

Skirting : Screw skirting to partition and conceal fixings with rubber infill.

GLAZING FOR SINGLE OPENINGS: When fabricating your “Econo” Glazing Frame the “Econo” Track and “Econo” Mating is to be used vertically for the styles and the “Econo” Sill horizontally for the top and bottom. Screws fix the sections together. Where the frames meet the top track, snap the legs off and where the mullions meet, snap the legs off only on one side to enable the sections to butt together. Secure the frame into the opening.

NB: All glass sheets must be stone rubbed