Screen Wall System®
Listed below are the most common methods. These are by no means all the possibilities, not all may work in your application, and you may find that none do. You may need to modify a method, combine several, or design your own.
Each method measures differently, one is sized smaller than the opening, another is sized larger than it. Choose the method first, then measure. Read the PDF versions for complete information.
01Six methods
Stops are installed on all sides of the opening. Panels or walls are inserted into each opening and pushed forward until resting against the stop. Units are then screwed in place either by face screwing into the stop or by side screwing into the structure's columns.
Sizing
Sized to fit within the opening, behind the stop.
Stops are installed on all sides of the opening. Panels or walls are inserted into each opening and pushed forward until resting against the stop. Units are then screwed in place either by face screwing into the stop or by side screwing into the structure's columns.
Sizing: Sized to fit within the opening, behind the stop.
Oversized fascia creates a stop. Panels or walls are inserted into each opening and pushed forward until resting against the stop. Units are then screwed in place either by face screwing into the stop or by side screwing into the structure's columns.
Sizing: Sized to fit within the opening, behind the fascia.
The "r" channel is used as a mounting flange or starter strip, installed on one, two or all four sides of the panel. The unit is mounted by screwing through the "r" channel flange. Panels can be placed inside the opening or the channel can be reversed and installed around it.
Sizing: Allow for the "r" channel itself in every calculation.
The commercial method: an angle stop on all four sides of the opening. Panels are inserted and pushed forward until resting against the stop, base and side shimming with foam or blocks may be required to centre the panel, then the interior stop is installed firmly against the screen frame.
Sizing: Sized to the opening, allowing for shim clearance.
Panels are sized larger than the opening to be screened, so the frame overlaps three or four sides. The panel is centred over the opening and face screwed in place. Used where the panel overlaps all four sides, or sits on the floor and overlaps only the sides and top.
Sizing: Sized LARGER than the opening, not smaller.
The methods shown are not every possibility. Many customers design their own installations from stock extrusions and other materials. Keep the installation simple and secure, carefully plan and calculate all sizes, and always consider future repair needs.
Sizing: Your drawing governs. Calculate before ordering.