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DCS004/DCS031 - Mechanical Secret Fix, on Helping Hand System - T100/60-3
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Downer Framing is the original Helping Hand framing system. Downer rainscreen framing systems can be combined with numerous facade solutions and are manufactured in the UK, ensuring fast lead times.
Downer Framing aluminium rainscreen framing systems are ideal for multiple sector applications and construction projects. A BBA approved framing system, it is ideal for use as a sub-frame to support cladding on the external or internal walls in structures of new or existing buildings.
Our Downer Framing aluminium rainscreen framing systems are generally used for cladding applications for both internal and external facades, as well as living wall systems where Downer rainscreen framing is used as the sub-state for the application of living wall 'green facade' solutions.
The brackets and rails support the decorative cladding facade and create the cavity between the building substrate and façade panel providing vital insulation and ventilation.
Downer aluminium framing solutions are used for endless rainscreen cladding systems and are appropriate for a multitude of man-made, composite and natural facade panels, which use mechanical fix and structural adhesive techniques.
All Downer Framing envelope subframe systems can be calculated and optimised using Downer Designer.
Downer Designer is a free to use online tool which enables you to outline all your project specific rainscreen requirements to generate your optimal framing design. All of which is stored and managed in your own personal online account.
Simply enter the information you know, along with any detail specific requirements. Our technical team will then provide you with: static and thermal calculations, along with relevant costings, optimised component and fixing configurations, and NBS specification – all of which you can print off or save as a pdf.
For use where a smooth finish is required, unobstructed by visible fixings.
Downer Framing DCS004 rainscreen framing system is designed to provide a mechanical secret fix support to most rainscreen cladding panels using the principle of a ventilated façade.
DCS004 MSF can be installed onto Downer Framing's DCS031 Helping Hand cladding framing system, DCS041 Floor to Floor or DCS021 Omega & Zed rainscreen framing system offering design freedom to suit project specific thermal and structural demands and variation in cavity depths.
Features and benefits:
Color | Grey |
Finish | Mill |
Material | Aluminium |
Shape | Other |
Length | 3000 mm 6000 mm Bespoke 4850 mm |
Warranty description | 30 year |
Uniclass | |
CAWS | H92/120 Rainscreen cladding |
Standards | To BS EN 755-1 alloy EN AW-6063 and suitable for the specified finish. |
Factory finish | Mill. |
Lengths | Vertical rail: 3000 mm. |
Bracket | HH-Single40. HH-Single45. HH-Single50. HH-Single60. HH-Single70. |
Accessories | ISO/Single - Thermal isolation pads. Guidance for specification option: For Single Helping Hand Brackets. Thickness 5 mm. ISO/Double - Thermal isolation pads. Guidance for specification option: For Double Helping Hand Brackets. Thickness 5 mm. A2 ISO/Single - Thermal isolation pads. Guidance for specification option: For Single Helping Hand Brackets. Thickness 7 mm. A2 ISO/Double - Thermal isolation pads. Guidance for specification option: For Double Helping Hand Brackets. Thickness 7 mm. |
Fixings | Primary fixings: Varies, dependent on primary structure. Secondary fixings: 4.8 x 19 mm framing drill screws and LT3-5.5 x 25 mm Low profile TEK Screws. |
Primary structure/ substrate | Concrete. Masonry. SFS. Timber. |
Section size | Vertical rail: 60 mm depth. |
Profile | DCS004Rail-3 horizontal carrier rail on T carrier rail. Guidance for specification option: 3000 mm horizontal rail. DCS004Rail-6 horizontal carrier rail on T carrier rail. Guidance for specification option: 6000 mm horizontal rail. |
Contains Red List materials | No |
Country of material origin | United Kingdom |
Country of product manufacture | United Kingdom |
Material | Aluminium |
Recyclability | 100% Manufacturer guidance100% recyclable aluminium rainscreen framing. |
Recycled contentAs defined in clause 7.8 of BS EN ISO 14021 | 90 % |