Q Frame Series (Sound Rated) Specifications Q frames shall be manufactured by CURRIES of Mason City, Iowa. Q frames shall have a 1/8" (3) integral kerf formed into the frame soffit to receive sound seal sets composed of compression (hinge side) and magnetic (strike side and frame head) type perimeter seals. Frames are to be fabricated of 14 gauge steel. Frame corners shall be full saw mitered or saw butt end and have continuous factory welded corners. Welded frame corners shall be finished to a smooth surface. Frames shall be thoroughly degreased, cleaned, and phosphatized before a baked-on prime coat of paint is applied. Frames are to be mortised, reinforced, and drilled and tapped for mortise hardware compatible with kerf frame profile and sound seals. It is necessary to apply 1" (25) minimum depth backfill grout prior to installation and sound seals after finish painting. The finish hardware is by installation contractor and must be in strict compliance with frame manufacturer’s recommended installation instructions. Metal plaster guards for all mortise cutouts shall be provided. Minimum requirements for hardware reinforcements are to be as follows: Hinge Reinforcing — 7 gauge x 1 5/8" (41) x 10" (254), Lock Strike Reinforcing — 14 gauge conforming to template requirements, and Closer Reinforcing — 12 gauge. Bullet Resistant Assemblies CURRIES offers a bullet resistant door/frame assembly which can provide protection to meet stringent UL standards: 737 Series door and bullet resistant frame meets UL Test 752, Level 2, HPSA (.357 magnum) CURRIES door and frame assemblies, supplied with the appropriate listed hardware, will meet most job requirements for security and protection. Openings must be supplied as a complete unit, with factory welded frame, door, and listed hardware. (Contact factory for list of approved hardware.) NOTE: 16 gauge factory welded frames can be listed UL Test 752 Bullet Resistant, Level 2, when ordered as an assembly (e.g., 737 Level 2). Home | About Us | Products | Services | Consulting | Locations | Links | Contact Us Powered by FastNet Copyright © 2003 General Supply Company. All Rights Reserved. Reuse of any of the contents on this website is prohibited without the expressed, written permission of General Supply Company. We are not affiliated with any other company or organization trading by the same name.