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Subframe
Subframe

Main Frame Construction

The frame is constructed from .125” nominal material wall thickness
aluminum of 6063-T6 alloy with a depth of 2 7/16”. An equal leg frame is
standard. Corners are of screw spline construction and back sealed
with a small-joint seam sealer. See Illustration 1 .

Vent Frame Construction

The 2 7/16” deep vent consists of tubular aluminum members with
.125” nominal material wall thickness of 6063-T6 alloy. Vent corners are
mitered, angle reinforced, crimped, cold epoxy welded and back Illustration 1
sealed with a small-joint seam sealer. Vents present a flush appearance
with the frame in the closed position. See Illustration 2.

Weather Stripping
All vents are dual weather-stripped with a dual-durometer Santoprene®
gasket. Exterior gasket is intentionally omitted at vent bottom rail for
project-out vents and at vent top rail for project-in vents allowing air to
pressure equalize the void between the vent and frame. Each vent
utilizes the pressure equalization technique for superior water resistance
performance.

Screens
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Screen frames are extruded 6063-T6 aluminum alloy frames. Full width
hinged wickets
EFCO’s subframeor fully hinged
system screensan
provides areexcellent
available.alternative
18 x 16 meshto screens
typical window installation. EFCO offers many styles
and profiles of subframe which will allow for erector ease of mesh
are available in fiberglass and in .011” diameter aluminum. 18 x 18 installation with varying opening tolerances and provide
ascreens
methodareto
available
control in .009” for
water diameter
weepingstainless
to thesteel.
exterior of the building. This framing system can consist of one or two
Illustration 2
aluminum extrusions used to contain a window, door frame, head and/or jamb, in a masonry type opening. Most
Thermal Barrier
subframes allow for complete installation from the interior of the building, minimizing the need for costly scaffolding
Allstaging.
or frames and
Withvents are thermally
EFCO’s extensiveisolated
librarywith two thermal
of shapes andstruts which
sill extensions, we can provide a system for just about any
consist of glass reinforced polyamide nylon, mechanically crimped
application or we can customize a subframe system to your aesthetic in needs.
raceways extruded in the exterior and interior extrusions.
See Illustration 3.
Features Benefits
Hardware
E-Strut™
Locking camthermal
handles,isolator at all sillslocks,
access controlled andand
optional Eliminates
keepers are of cast dry shrinkage issues
jambs
white andinhead
bronze sections
a US25D finish. 4-bar arms are fabricated from stainless
Dual finish capability
steel meeting AAMA 904.1 requirements. Butt hinges are fabricated from
extruded aluminum of 6063-T6 alloy with stainless steel pins. See Improves U-Factor performance.
Anodized
Hardware and
Chart forPainted
availablefinishes
hardware available
types. Multiple options to answer economic and
aesthetic concerns
Glazing
Simple tool requirements Square cuts and simple notching in most scenarios
Windows are inside glazed with an extruded aluminum snap-in glazing
Optional
bead. anchorage
Glazing of 3/16” to 2”methods
can be accommodated. Dual glazing Toisfit a wide variety of building conditions
Over
also 40 sill extensions
available in 1/8”, 3/16”, available Allows custom designs with standard products
and 1/4” glass. Between the glass aluminum
blinds are available with dual
Extensive selection of profiles glazed windows. See the Glazing Chart
Allow forflexibility to your project application
the exact size.
Factory cut or stock lengths Fits project budget and installation
Illustration 3
sequencing schedules

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2015 EFCO
EFCO Corporation
Corporation 05/15
05/15 1000
1000 COUNTY
COUNTY RD
RD •• MONETT,
MONETT, MO
MO 65708
65708 •• 800.221.4169 efcocorp.com
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Subframe

Standard Vapor Barrier

Subsill Subsill

5 Steps to the Solution Step 1

Step One- Optional Subsill extension
If the subsill is of the two piece variety, the subsill extension is cut the same length
as the subsill in most cases. Slide the subsill extension into the small receptor slot.
Flush up both ends or center the subsill extension on the subsill. Then seal the subsill
extension to the subsill
Step 2
Step Two- Apply End Dam
Apply the end dams and gaskets to both ends of the subsill. Usually used at the
ends of a high performance subsill to create a water trough allowing it to collect
excess water and draining it to the exterior.

Step Three- Anchor Subframe

Anchor subsill and subframe per shop drawing and installation instructions,
Step 3
covering all fasteners with approved sealant to ensure a water tight seal.

Step Four- Install Window

Install window and seal as recommended in installation instructions.

Step Five- Subframe closure

Complete window installation by installing subframe closure.
Step 4

Note: Perimeter sealant (depending on contract) can be done between step 3 and
4 from the interior prior to setting the window, or after step 5 from the exterior.

In depth installation instructions accompany each project as an enhancement to

job specific shop drawings.

Step 5

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