Door Frame fixing using foam adhesives

Generally, door Frame fixing is done in following methodologies,
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Hold fast system
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Anchoring system
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Foam adhesive system
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Foam cum anchoring system
Here, we would like to discuss about the foam adhesive system;
General requirements of door frame fixing,
The following are the requirements of frame fixing,
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Frames are to be strongly fixed with the masonry
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Opening sizes are in correct measurements
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Door opening and closing should be perfect
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Door frame fixing should not get affected due to environment thermal variation
Foam & its characteristics:
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The foam used for door frame fixing is basically polyurethane foam. It has excellent adhesion on most substrates. It has high thermal and acoustical insulation.
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It has excellent stability, mounting capacities and very good filling nature.
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It comes in ready to use cartridge with application nozzle accessories.
Advantages:
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All required functionalities of door fixing are full filled
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It helps to avoid moisture coming from masonry to wood. So life of the door frame will increase
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Easy to handle
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Machinery/ power supply not required
So, we can able to save in manpower, Electricity, Environment…
Disadvantages:
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Proper surface preparation is important
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High Skilled tradesman & Supervision is must
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Templates are required for proper completion
Installation (Step by step procedure):
Preparatory Works:
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Door jambs should be completed
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All opening measurements to be ensured
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The gap between wall and frame should be around 10 to 15mm
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Vertical line should be in plumb
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Level and line should be ensured
Procedure of fixing:
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Once the door jambs are ready, door frame are set in position with temporary wedges
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Check for line, level, dimension and plumb
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Use the template to keep the frame in position. (It is left in the position for at least 24hrs from foam filling)
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The gap between the frame and jamb should be around 10 to 15mm
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Set the nozzles in the cordage and fill the gaps with form.
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After 12hrs the temporary wedges can be removed
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Further steps like Architecture or shutter fixing can be done after 24hrs.
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