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Round Fluted Aluminum Column

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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LUTED

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AFCO Form AL01-R Rev. 7/2013

1.Measure the height of the opening where the column will be placed. Cut each col-

umn stave (piece)

1/4” longer than the opening. A circular saw with a metal cutting

blade is recommended for cutting the staves.

o assemble the column, hinge two staves together. Continue to add staves in this

manner until only one remains. Slide remaining stave into each side of the partially

assembled column, tap lightly with a rubber mallet if necessary.

o secure the column, set the column (with the capital and base at the bottom) into

place and plumb with a level. Raise the base and the capital and attach the column to

the floor with the appropriate fasteners and screws. Repeat at the top of the column.

Note: High performance tie down brackets are available at an additional charge.

5. To secure the capital, gently, slide the capital to the top of the column. Pre-drill holes

and insert appropriate sized screws through the capital and the column wall. Allow the

base to rest on the floor. It is not recommended to secure the base to the floor or to

the column.

Notes:

a. For best load-bearing performance, utilize AFCO load-bearing plates to spread the load over the entire perimeter of

the column. Load-bearing capacity is dependent on distributing the load evenly over the surfaces of the shaf

. All column staves should be cut square and to the same length.

c. Installation should be on a smooth level surface.

d. 2nd story balconies should not be attached directly to the side of any column.

e. Columns should be installed according to standard construction practices and in compliance with applicable local,

state, and federal regulations.

3. To install the capital and base, place the assembled column into the upright base. Slide the upright capital

ver the top of the column and all the way down to rest on the base. Do not secure.

Note: For decorative capitals, see installation instructions provided with the decorative capital.

Summary of content (13 pages)

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Round Fluted Aluminum Column INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1.Measure the height of the opening where the column will be placed. Cut each column stave (piece) 1/4” longer than the opening. A circular saw with a metal cutting blade is recommended for cutting the staves. 2. To assemble the column, hinge two staves together. Continue to add staves in this manner until only one remains. Slide remaining stave into each side of the partially assembled column, tap lightly with a rubber mallet if necessary.
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Round Fluted Wrap Wrap--Around Aluminum Column INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SIZE CHART COLUMN SIZE STAVES PER COLUMN MAXIMUM SIZE OF EXISTING ROUND POST MAXIMUM SIZE OF EXISTING SQUARE POST 12 5 9 3/4” 7 1/2” 15 5 12” 9” 18 6 15” 11” 24 6 22 1/4” 15 1/2” 2. To assemble the column, hinge the smaller opening of the stave into the larger opening of the stave. Continue to add staves in this manner around the existing post until only one stave remains.
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Round Fluted 6” & 8” Snap Snap--Together Aluminum Column INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SIZE CHART COLUMN SIZE STAVES PER COLUMN MAXIMUM SIZE OF EXISTING ROUND POST MAXIMUM SIZE OF EXISTING SQUARE POST 6 3 4 1/2” 3 1/2” 8 3 6 1/4” 4 1/2” 2. To assemble the column, snap the interlocks of two staves together beginning at one end and continuing along the length of the column. Add staves in the same manner until column shaft is complete. Tap lightly with a rubber mallet if necessary.
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Decorative Aluminum Capitals INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Note: These instructions supplement the Round Fluted Aluminum Column Installation Instructions. 1. Follow the appropriate installation instructions for measuring, cutting, assembly, and securing the column. Note: When measuring and cutting staves, allow for the additional height added by the decorative capital. 2. Place the capital on floor, stand the assembled column in ring of capital.
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Decorative Split Aluminum Capitals INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Note: These instructions supplement the Round Wrap-Around Aluminum Column Installation Instructions and the Round Fluted Snap-Together Aluminum Column Installation Instructions. 1. Follow the appropriate installation instructions for measuring, cutting, assembly, and securing the column. Note: When measuring and cutting staves, allow for the additional height added by the decorative capital. 3. Repeat for the second half of the capital.
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Decorative Aluminum Capitals INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Note: These instructions supplement the Round Fluted Aluminum Column Installation Instructions. 1. Follow the appropriate installation instructions for measuring, cutting, assembly, and securing the column. Note: When measuring and cutting staves, allow for the additional height added by the decorative capital. 2. Place the capital on floor, stand the assembled column in ring of capital.
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Decorative Split Aluminum Capitals INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Note: These instructions supplement the Round Wrap-Around Aluminum Column Installation Instructions and the Round Fluted Snap-Together Aluminum Column Installation Instructions. 1. Follow the appropriate installation instructions for measuring, cutting, assembly, and securing the column. Note: When measuring and cutting staves, allow for the additional height added by the decorative capital. 3. Repeat for the second half of the capital.
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Acadian, Craftsman, Empire & Square Fluted Aluminum Columns INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL SIZES 1. Measure the height of the opening where the column will be placed. Cut each column stave (piece) 1/4” longer than the opening. A circular saw with a metal cutting blade is recommended for cutting the staves. For 12 “ Square Fluted columns: 12” square column is supplied with eight (8) staves designed to mate together.
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Acadian Wrap Wrap--Around Aluminum Column INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SIZE CHART COLUMN SIZE STAVES PER COLUMN MAXIMUM SIZE OF EXISTING ROUND POST MAXIMUM SIZE OF EXISTING SQUARE POST 6 4 4– 1/2” 4– 1/2” X 4– 1/2” 8 4 5- 3/4” 5- 3/4” X 5- 3/4” 1. Measure the height of the opening where the column will be placed. Cut each column stave (piece) 1/4” longer than the opening. A circular saw with a metal cutting blade is recommended for cutting the staves. 3.
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Square Wrap Wrap--Around Aluminum Column INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SIZE CHART COLUMN SIZE STAVES PER COLUMN MAXIMUM SIZE OF EXISTING ROUND POST MAXIMUM SIZE OF EXISTING SQUARE POST 4 2 3” 3” 6 4 4 7/8” 4 1/2” 8 4 6 7/8” 6 1/2” 10 4 8 1/2” 8 1/2” 12 8 10” 10” 2. To assemble the column, snap the interlocks of two staves together beginning at one end and continuing along the length of the column. Continue to add staves in this manner, until all staves are together.
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Wellington Aluminum Column INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Measure the height of the opening where the column will be placed. Cut each column stave (piece) 1/4” longer than the opening. A circular saw with a metal cutting blade is recommended for cutting the staves. 2. To assemble the column, snap the interlocks of two staves together beginning at one end and continuing along the length of the column. Continue to add staves in this manner, until all staves are together.
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Wellington Wrap Wrap--Around Aluminum Column INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Measure the height of the opening where the column will be placed. Cut each column stave (piece) 1/4” longer than the opening. A circular saw with a metal cutting blade is recommended for cutting the staves. 3. To secure the column, attach the column to the overhead beam or header with the appropriate fasteners and screws. Repeat this at the bottom of the column.