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Helpful Hints For Constructing
Commercial Residential Agricultural
Post Frame
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Table of Contents
Before Getting Started
Page
Talk to Local Building Inspector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Items Recommended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Traditional Post Frame Construction
String Line Building Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Square the Building . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Setting Corner Posts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Post Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Grade Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Girts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Headers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Truss Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Raising Trusses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Purlins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Bracing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-15
Bookshelf Post Frame Construction . . . . .24-27
Options
Sliding Door Framing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-17
Sliding Door Accessories and Trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18-19
Tab Lock Sliding Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-21
Kwik Frame Sliding Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Overhead Door Framing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Overhangs and Trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28-29
Windows and Service Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30-32
Storing, handling, and cutting panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Panel Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34-36
Wainscot and Eavelite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Skylite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Interior Liner Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Insulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Cupola Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42-43
Horse Stalls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44-45
Gutter Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46-47
Accessories & Trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48-50
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Before Getting Started
This Helpful Hints Guide has been developed to help you construct your post frame
building and makes no representation or guarantee that you will be able to successfully complete your
building. It is important that questions be asked before you get too far
into construction. Study this manual carefully before starting construction. You can use
it as a guide and refer to it during construction.
Have you talked to your local building inspector? We suggest you check with your local
building official regarding site location, permit procedures, safety regulations and specifications of the materials used to construct your new building.
PLEASE NOTE: This Helpful Hints Guide is intended solely to provide general
knowledge as to one of the many ways that a post frame building may be
constructed. Builders who utilize this guide must proceed at their own risk and
are solely responsible for complying with all the building codes which pertain
to their community.
hereby disclaims all liability for any damages
whether consequential, incidental, special or otherwise, which may result from
following this Helpful Hints Guide.
has many prints available to the builder to better aid them in the
construction of the post frame building. (Custom Mini-Prints, Residential Post Frame
Blueprints, and Commercial Blueprints. See your
store for details.)
Before the building is delivered make sure that your site is clear. Prepare the site
so it is level 6' beyond the building on all sides. Remember to make sure there is enough
room for the delivery truck to move around on your site. The bigger the building, the bigger
the truck delivering the building will be.
Warning: If metal is not being used immediately, store roofing and siding panels in a dry
area out of the sun. See handling instructions on page 33 for more information.
Tip: If you plan to have a concrete floor now or at a later date please make sure
the material list has been adjusted properly to accommodate this feature. By
putting in a concrete floor into your building you may lose the thickness of the floor from your
total interior height. Check for proper turning radius and clearance for overhead doors.
Items recommended for the construction of your post frame building:
• Mason line
• Tape Measure
• Framing Square
• Chalk Line
• Metal Snips
• Chain Saw
• Drill
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Post Frame Building Hammer
Hand Saw
Level
Nail Apron
Pencil
Circular Saw
Custom Mini-Print
All of the above items can be purchased at your local
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store.
Traditional Post Frame Construction
String Line Building Dimensions
• Locate and stake corners of the building. Grade should be level and free of obstructions.
• Drive three stakes into the ground spaced about 6' apart and approximately 4' behind
each building corner stake.
• Nail batter boards to the outside of the stakes, approximately 12" above the grade.
• Starting at corner #1, stretch a mason line directly over the top of the corner stakes for one
• side of the building. Finish stretching the mason line between the remaining corners to form
• the outline of the building. Check for proper dimensions, making adjustments as needed.
6 ft
6 ft
Approx. 4 ft
Approx. 4 ft
Batter
Boards
approx.
12"
Stake
e
n Lin
Maso
Corner #1
Corner #2
th
Leng
Corner #4
Wi
dth
Corner #3
Call your local digger's
hotline to check for
underground lines before
digging.
Square the Building
• Measure 6' from any corner along the sideline and make a mark. Measure 8' from the
same corner along the end line and make a mark. The diagonal distance between the
marks should be exactly 10'. If not, adjust a line at the corner to fit. Repeat this process
at the next two corners.
• To square mason lines, measure diagonally. To be squared, their
measurements need to be the same. Adjust as necessary. Make
sure your sidewall and end wall dimensions
6’
are correct.
10’
Diagonal A =
Diagonal B
lA
na
o
g
Dia
8’
Diagonal B
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Set and Plumb Corner Posts
Dig holes at least 4 feet deep, any less will
compromise your wind loads and frost level.
Dig the corner holes first.
Tamp the bottom of the hole to avoid settling.
Place a concrete pad in the bottom of each hole.
Secure treated anchor blocks ¹⁄8" from the bottom of
each post with 4" nails on each side of the post.
Repeat for all posts. These anchor blocks increase the
building's wind uplift rating.
Post
Note: If treated anchor blocks are wider
than the post, use the following pattern.
Anchor Blocks
Place a concrete pad and post into each corner hole.
See your mini-print for the correct post length.
Stand the corner post vertically in the hole so the longer
width sets perpendicular to the wall and the shorter
width runs parallel to the wall. I.E. for 4x6 post, the 4"
dimension runs parallel and the 6" dimension runs perpendicular.
For buildings with bookshelf girts refer to page 24.
Fit the sides of the post into the corner of mason line
layout, allowing room (1½") for girts between the mason
line and the post for both the sidewall and end wall. The
outside of the girts is the final dimension measurements
for the building.
Keep checking to make sure the post is plumb and in
line with the mason line.
Nail a temporary 2"x4" brace on the inside of the corner
post near the top extending to stakes in the ground.
Bracing should be applied in both the sidewall and end
wall directions.
- Fill the hole with dirt and tamp solid.
- Repeat this with all corner posts.
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Embedment depth
(4' Minimum)
Thickness of Footing
Check for
plumb with level
on two sides
Mason
String
11⁄2"
Endwall
Corner 11⁄2"
Post
11⁄2"
Sidewall
P
O
S
T
Width
Corner Post
Grade
Treated
Anchor
Blocks
Concrete
footing
Locate Sidewall Posts
Temporarily tack a 2"x4" block on the end wall side of
the corner post, approximately 1' up from grade.
Measure to your particular spacing along mason line,
stick a nail in the ground directly under the mason line.
Continue down the sidewall in the same fashion. At
each nail location, dig a hole on the inside of the string
for the sidewall posts.
Sidewall
Post
Jamb Posts (Door Posts)
Note: For overhead doors the door width is
measured from inside of post to inside of post.
For sliding doors the door width is measured from center
of post to center of post.
Measure to your particular spacing from the
temporary 2"x4" block on the corner post to the closest
edge of the first sidewall post.
Set in pads and posts. Allow room for girts
between the mason line and post.
Make sure the post remains plumb.
Fill hole with dirt and tamp solid.
Measure to your particular spacing from far edge
of the second post to the closest edge of the next
post. Set in pad and post. Allow 1½" between
the mason line and post. Make sure the post
remains plumb.
Fill hole with dirt and tamp solid. Continue down
the rest of the sidewall.
Repeat procedure starting from the same endwall,
on the opposite side.
In order for stability and safety in the construction
process, posts on end walls should be set an equal
distance apart and are not to exceed 10' on center.
(Excluding door openings.)
“It’s easier to change ideas before
they’re set in concrete.
Prior planning prevents poor performance.”
2x4 Block
on end wall
Level
ing
Spac
t
s
o
P
Nail
Sidewall
Post
Sidewall
Post
Level
ing
Spac
Post
Nail
Endwall Posts
Using mini-print specifications, extend endwall posts
up to the top of the roofline.
Corner
Post
end wall
Post
Grade
10’ Max
end wall
Post
C
L
10’ OC Max
Roofline
end wall
Post
C
L
10’ OC Max
C
L
10’Max
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TruSSES
PurLINS
LAmINATED
COLumNS
GrADEBOArD
GIrTS
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Install Grade Board
END GAP DISTANCE FOr EvEry 16' OF PLANk
Maximum Expected Temperature
Current
Temp
70
80
90 100 110 120
40
3/32" 1/8" 5/32" 3/16" 7/32" 1/4"
50
1/16" 3/32" 1/8" 5/32" 3/16" 7/32"
60
1/32" 1/16" 3/32" 1/8" 5/32" 3/16"
70
--- 1/32" 1/16" 3/32" 1/8" 5/32"
80
----- 1/32" 1/16" 3/32" 1/8"
90
------- 1/32" 1/16" 3/32"
100
--------- 1/32" 1/16"
Composite Grade Board:
1. Locate the corner post with the highest grade.
2. Place nail at post, setting building grade.
3. Establish a level line around the perimeter.
4. Place a nail in each post at the level line.
5. Install grade board to posts with 30d (4½" ring
shank) nails on top of level line nail. Nails should
be placed in the three built-in grooves extruded in
composite grade board.
COmPOSITE GrADE BOArD
6. Keep boards flush with end of post to allow for corner cap
to be applied. (Boards can also be mitered and butted
together at ends.)
7. Remove grade nails once grade board is attached.
Grooves
For proper spacing between boards see chart.
Composite Grade Board Accessories
Outside
Corner
Inside
Corner
Connector &
Expansion
Spacer
Endcap
Nail at base of post
where grade is highest
Sidewall
Post
Nail at line
level mark
Line
Level
Treated Grade Board:
Grade
Board
Follow steps 1-4 for composite grade board.
Install grade board to posts with 30d (4½"
ring shank) nails on top
PLASTIC
of level line nail.
Remove the grade nails
once grade
board is attached.
Note: Treated grade
board may require
plastic flashing.
FLASHING
Mason
Line
Sidewall
Post
1”
3/8”
6-1/8”
Grade
Board
Grade Nail
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Place Wall Girts
Cut three 2x4 spacer blocks at correct size using girt
chart below:
GIRT CHART
2x6 Girts
# Rows
Spacer On Center
of Girts Block Size Spacing
2
25.5"
31.0"
2
29.5"
35.0"
3
23.5"
29.0"
3
26.5"
32.0"
3
29.5"
35.0"
4
25.0"
30.5"
4
27.5"
33.0"
4
30.0"
35.5"
5
26.0"
31.5"
5
28.0"
33.5"
Wall
Height
7'
8'
9'
10'
11'
12'
13'
14'
15'
16'
Sidewall
Girt
Spacer
Grade Board Blocks
Note: Make any adjustments as necessary to
girts to accommodate any special options such
as eavelite and wainscot panels. See page 39 for details.
Rest the spacer blocks on top of the grade board,
temporarily tack the blocks into place.
Bay
Tip: Keep posts plumb while installing girts.
Remove the spacer block above the grade board and place
spacer blocks on top of the first row of girts, and nail second row
of girts into place on both sidewalls and end walls. Repeat.
Special Note: If you have a sidewall overhang: The overhang
soffit nailer is not installed at the same time as the girts and should
be installed when the overhangs are being framed.
See page 28. Allow room for jamb material when placing
girts on a jamb post. See door framing details page 16-17.
Before installing the last girt set all headers.
• Pro-Girts® replace wood purlins and girts on buildings
1½"
1½"
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½"
30d (4½" ring
shank) Nails
2x4 Spacer
Blocks
Rest a girt (two bays at once) on top of the spacer
blocks and nail girts into place using 30d (4½"
ring shank) nails.
PrO-GIrTS®
2nd Row of
Sidewall Girt
30d (4½"
ring shank)
Nails
•
•
•
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Grad
ring Shank Nails
Galvanized for Long LIfe
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NAILS HArDEN SHANk
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.036 thick Steel Girt
Nestable for easy lapping
Won’t twist, warp or crack
Great for Residential &
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Span
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4'
6'
8'
9'
1st Row of
Sidewall Girt
Pro-Girt®
LL(PSF)
WL (PSF)
40
134
18
59
10
33
8
26
Size
10d (3") Galvanized
20d (4") Galvanized
30d (4½") Galvanized
60d (6") Oil Quenched
Approx.
Nails
per LB.
45
35
30
25
• Ring shanks for holding power.
• Harden shank for easy application.
•
•
•
•
Premium Pro-Girts®
.046 thick Steel Girt
Nestable for easy lapping
Won’t twist, warp or crack
Great for Industrial &
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LL(PSF)
WL
97
323
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144
24
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64
Headers on Sidewalls for
Openings or Overhead Doors
Headers are to be installed under the truss for direct bearing.
Measure from the bottom of the grade board up each post to the
height of your wall, put a mark.
Header
Depth
Building
Height
Measure from the previous mark down the post, the depth of the
header and place another mark. This will be your header bearing
location.
See pages 16-17 for Sliding door header information.
Notch jamb posts for headers greater than 2-ply.
Install stub posts between plys at each truss to ply location.
Stub
Post
Tip: Dimensional lumber is 1½" thick. Optional LVL headers
are 1¾" thick, adjust header notches as needed.
Header
Ply
2-Ply
Header
4-Ply
Header
3-Ply
Header
Stub Post
Header
You may need more or
less material depending
on how you put together
your building.
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Truss Location
Measuring from the bottom of the grade board
up each post, the height of your wall, put a
mark. This is where your truss bearing will be
located.
For example: If your wall height is 10' tall, the
measurement from the bottom of your grade
board to the bottom of the truss would be 10'
(120").
Warning: If you are planning to have a concrete floor now or in the future make sure the
material list has been adjusted properly for this
particular feature. To maintain the interior clearance from the top of the finished floor to the
bottom chord of the truss, the thickness of the
slab will have to be added on to the height of
the building.
Mark for Truss
Bearing
Sidewall
Height
Bottom of
Grade Board
Post Notch
Warning:
Do not notch corner posts or end wall posts.
11⁄2"
Solid Posts
Double check your measurements from
bottom of grade board to the bottom of truss notch.
It should be the same as the sidewall height.
Use a square to mark post for notching.
Trusses will sit in notch and may not extend more
than 1½" from beyond post.
Laminated Columns
The truss will sit in the saddle of the
laminated column. The bearing block will need to
be cut to the proper length and secured to column
to bring the truss bearing height equal to the building's wall height.
Saddle
Truss to Post
connection
Bearing
Block - Field
Cut to
Proper
Length
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Truss
Bearing Block
Secured to column
with 2 Rows of 30d
(4½" ring shank)
nails 3" O.C.
(Each Side)
raising Trusses
Before raising trusses, mark the top edge of the truss for the
proper purlin spacing, starting at the peak of the truss and move
towards the eave. The bottom edge of the peak purlin should
start no more than 8" from the peak.
Note: Purlins will not exceed 24" o.c. for agricultural
buildings. For residential and/or commercial
buildings please refer to Engineered Prints.
raising the End Frames
At one end of the building, raise
an end frame on the outside
of the end wall posts. The
bottom edge of the truss
24"
must align with the
Eave
24"
building height you
marked on the post. The heel of the end frame should extend
1½" past the outside edge of the post. Nail the end frame
to the corner post first, checking to be sure the
corner post and endwall posts are plumb.
Finish nailing the end frame to the
endwall posts at each frame to
post location.
24"
24"
No
more than 8"
Peak
11⁄2"
End
Frame
Use 30d (4½" ring shank)
nails to attach end frame
to posts.
Building
Height
Note: Endwall posts shall be
cut off just above top chord.
Endwall Laminated columns are 3' nail free at the top for ease of
cutting and shall be nailed together at jobsite after
cut has been made.
raising the main trusses
Truss to bear directly on top of the notch of the post.
Fasten starter purlins at approximately 8' apart using
60d (6" ring shank) nails to hold them in place.
Starter purlins can be premarked for proper spacing.
Use 30d (4½" ring shank) nails to attach trusses to
posts.
End Frame
Truss
Starter
Purlin
Hang truss
past post 11⁄2"
Truss
bearing
marker
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roof Purlins
Peak
Purlins
Butted
together
Using 60d (6" ring shank) nails attach purlins
to trusses.
For buildings with an end wall overhang
consult the endwall overhang details on
page 28.
After all the trusses are in place, nail all other
purlins into place where you put the marks on
the top edges of the trusses.
12"
12"
Inside
Purlins are
Overlapped
Peak purlins and edge purlins should be
butted together, all the other roof purlins
should be overlapped at the trusses.
For buildings with a sidewall overhang, do
not install the edge purlin, and refer to
sidewall overhang details on page 28.
Edge
Purlin
Edge purlins can be nailed to the sidewall
posts and must be in line with roof purlins.
Applying Braces
knee Braces
After all trusses are raised and purlins are in place, use a mason line to see if both
sidewalls are straight and plumb.
After the wall is straight, secure 2x6 knee braces to posts using 30d (4½" ring
shank) nails and the knee brace to truss using 10d (3" ring shank) nails.
Note: Buildings with laminated columns, using a
center notch, require 2 ply 2x6 knee braces.
Knee Brace Chart
Building
Height
8'
9'
10'
11'
12'
13'
14'
15'
16'
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knee
Brace
Depth
1'-6"
1'-6"
2'-0"
2'-0"
3'-0"
3'-0"
4'-0"
4'-0"
4'-0"
Brace
Length
6'
6'
6'
6'
8'
8'
10'
10'
10'
Brace Secured
to Top Chord
Braces
Secured to
Top Chord
Braces
Secured to
Bottom Chord
2 Ply 2x6
Knee Braces
Braces Secured
to Column
3 Ply Laminated
Column
Brace
Secured
to Bottom
Chord
Brace
Secured
to Post
Post
Knee
Brace
Depth
2x6 Knee
Brace
Applying Braces
Continued
Corner Post
Corner Braces
2x6 Corner
Braces
The 2x6 corner braces are applied from
the bottom of the first post to the top of
the corner post.
Do this to all corners. Use 10d (3" ring
shank) nails to secure brace at each girt
to brace location.
Sidewall
Post
End wall Post
Wind Braces
These 2x4 braces are installed under the
roof purlins, angled from the first pole on
the sidewall to the end trusses at a point
approximately 2' from the peak.
After nailing both ends of the wind brace,
nail to each purlin using 60d
(6" ring shank) nails.
Buildings wider than 40' will require 2 or
more bays of wind bracing.
Lateral Braces
End frame
2x4 Wind
Brace
Sidewall
Post
These 2x4 braces are installed with
60d (6" ring shank) nails to the tops
of the bottom chords, approximately
10' on center across the bottom
chords and designated webs of the
trusses.
Lateral braces are to be placed at
stamped locations on the truss. See
the truss specification sheets for
more information.
Truss Bottom
Chord
2x4 Lateral
Brace
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Sidewall and Endwall Sliding Door Framing
2x8 Bottom Chord
of End Frame
Chalkline
5½" up
Chalkline
5½" up
Jamb Posts
with 2x4
door jambs
cut to fit and
secured
between
girts
Endwall
For Endwall: Use the 2x8 bottom chord of the
end frame as the header for the door.
Sidewall
For Sidewall: A 1 ply 2x12 door track support
board is placed to the side in which the door
opens.
On sidewall and/or endwall measure 5½" up from the bottom of the
header at each jamb post.
Snap a chalk line from mark to mark across the header and/or 2x12.
2x6 track board is placed so the top edge is flush with the chalk line,
starting from the center of post jamb to center of the other post jamb
.
2x4 track board is placed so the top of a 2x4 is flush with
the line extending from the center of the post jamb to
end of the door in its open position.
Note: For sliding doors on end walls the
2x4 track board shall extend from end to
end. (See Previous Note)
Track
board
2x4 treated door runner (For Kwik
Frame doors only) is placed so the
bottom of the door runner is flush with
the bottom of the grade board to
the side which the door is to open.
Door track is screwed to the top of the
2x4/2x6 track boards.
The door track should start at the jamb post and run a distance
equal to ¾ of the door opening on each side of the jamb post.
Truss
Track board
support
Chalkline
5½"
Jamb
Post
End Truss
Track board
support
2x4 door jambs are cut to fit between girt rows and secured
flush to the inside face of the post at the door opening.
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Jamb Posts
with 2x4
door jambs
cut to fit and
secured
between
girts
Door
Opening
Door
Opening
Note: Track board shall stop 45⁄16" from the
corner to allow for corner trim.
2x12
Header
45⁄16"
Corner Post
Chalkline
5½"
2x8 Bottom Chord or
2x12 Track board support
2x4 Track board
2x6 Track
board
Jamb
Post
Door
Opening
Sliding Door Framing
2x4 Stop
Block
1⁄4"Door
Width
Door
Track Cover
2x4
Tra
ck
⁄4 D
oor
Wi
dth
3
Bo
ard
Track board
support
Track
2x4/2x6
Track board
3
2x12
Header Track board
support
Door
Track
2x4 Stop
Block
⁄4 D
oor
Wi
dth
1⁄4"Door
Width
To
Op
en
Do
or
Jamb Post
Chalk Line
Do
or
sho
wn
c
Width
Track Cover
Support Brackets
2x4 Door Jamb
Sliding Door
Treated
Gradeboard
2x4 stop blocks are placed at the ends of the door track to help keep
the door from sliding off the track.
Track Cover Support Brackets are nailed to the top of the track
board to secure the track cover where there is no sliding door
track.
Track Cover is placed on top of the door track and
Sliding
track brackets and nailed on the vertical lip above the door track
door track.
Optional Special Order Track board trims are
available to cover any exposed wood on
a sliding door. See page 19.
Double Slider on Side Wall
Same steps as listed above except place a
2x12 on each side of the door opening.
Jamb
Post
51⁄2"
1⁄4"Door
los
ed
2x6 Track
Board
DOOr JAmB
TrIm
160°
3
1
2
1 12
160°
Truss
Track board
support
Post
2x4 Stop block
Jamb
Post
Door
Jamb
1 12
1 12
Track
Cover
Support
Bracket
Used as trim for sliding doors and service doors.
DOOr
JAmB
TrIm
L-6 Fascia
PAGE 17
Sliding Door Accessories
Tabloc (Steel)
SINGLE DOOr STOP
STEEL DOOr
CENTEr GuIDE
• Used on a steel frame sliding door.
• Meets bottom door lateral in open and
closed positions holding door firmly
against the building.
SLIDING DOOr
JAmB STOP
•
•
•
•
• Stops and holds all steel frame sliding
doors in both open and closed positions.
kwik Frame (Wood)
WOOD DOOr
CENTEr GuIDE
STAy rOLLEr
• Slots in frame provide
adjustment for holding
sliding doors.
• Extra-Heavy wheel.
universal
CENTEr LATCH
• Holds split sliding doors tightly secure.
• Floor mounted, adjustable
for single and double sliding
doors.
• Heavy duty shock resistant
design.
HEAvy DuTy
DOOr HANDLE
SLIDING DOOr
LATCH
DOOr TrACk
1¾"
DOOr
TrACk
PAGE 18
Installed back to back.
2 required per door.
Used on all steel frame doors.
Stops door in closed position.
• Cam action latch holds door
firmly against the jamb.
• Includes 7" hook, and latch.
2¼"
• 16 Gauge galvanized steel with mounting/flashing
brackets for mounting on 2X6 track board.
• Used for doors weighing up to 400 lbs.
8'-16' in 2' increments; Stock/SO
• Galvanized for long life.
• 6" Heavy duty handle.
ADJuSTABLE
DOOr STOP
• Adjustable for door thickness 2½" to 3¹/8".
• Used on single or split sliding doors.
Optional Sliding Door Trim
SINGLE TrACk
BOArD TrIm
OvEr DOOr TrACkBOArD TrIm
1
2
1 2 12
Track
2
SINGLE TrACk
BOArD TrIm
• Conceals single 2x4 portion of trackboard header.
SLIDING DOOr
SINGLE TrACk COvEr
Track Board Support
3 21
3 78
318
OvEr DOOr
TrACkBOArD TrIm
• Conceals sliding door header at door opening.
DOuBLE
TrACkBOArD
TrIm
3
TrACk
COvEr
Track
Track
Board
135° DOuBLE
• Conceals door track.
• Serves as sliding door flashing.
• Hemmed edge locks into flashing tab brackets
• Conceals double 2x4 portion of track board header
and stop block.
DOuBLE TrACk
BrACkETS
41⁄8"
3"
23⁄4"
33⁄4" Max.
Track
TrACk
BOArD TrIm
2 21
53⁄4"
3
2
1 41
2 41
1
TrACk
COvEr
SuPPOrT
BrACkET
DOuBLE
TrACk
COvEr
• Conceals double
track systems
• Serves as door
flashing
• Locks into
flashing tab
brackets
• Used with Door Laterals, Double Track cover and
Track cover Brackets in a Double Track System.
• Designed for mounting a double run of Door Laterals.
• Bracket recommended every 2 feet.
• Track cover support bracket is required when
Double track cover is used as a flashing
• Steel door laterals on page 20 are used for track
on all double door track systems.
Double Track
Bracket
Track Cover
Support Bracket
2
145° 1
2
1
7 43
145°
3
4
2 21
135°
2 41
Track
Board
Support
Track Board
Steel Door Laterals
PAGE 19
Sliding Door Components
Door
Height
7'
8'
9'
10'
11'
12'
13'
14'
15'
16'
Laterals Spacing of
Required
laterals
4
27"
4
32"
4
36"
5
30"
5
32"
5
36"
6
30"
6
34"
6
36"
7
32"
STEEL DOOr LATErAL
• Fast, simple strong assembly
• Tabloc design
• Galvanized for long life
End view
of door at
top.
Door
Track
Track
Cover
2x8 or
Larger
Trolley
Hanger
2x6
STEEL
DOOr
LATErAL
STEEL
DOOr
vErTICAL
2x6
Treated
or Larger
Guide Rail
Guide Rail Bracket
Steel Door
Vertical
End view of
door at bottom.
Steel Door
Lateral
GuIDE rAIL
GuIDE rAIL
BrACkET
Guide Rail
2x6
Treated
or Larger
STEEL BEArING
TrOLLEy HANGErS
• Steel roller bearing for long life.
• Can be used on a wood or
steel frame sliding doors.
• Threaded adjustment both
vertically & laterally.
PAGE 20
Steel Door
verticals
End view
of door at
bottom.
Steel Door
Lateral
Steel Door
Laterals
Guide Rail Bracket
• Brackets included
Guide rails:
Length Brackets
3'
2
6'
3
8'
3
10'
4
STrAP TrOLLEy HANGErS
• Can be used on wood frame
sliding doors.
• Threaded adjustment vertically.
• Slotted adjustment laterally.
• Designed for horizontal mounting
to the door.
Tabloc Sliding Door Assembly
1. Important! Check opening size prior to assembling. If vertical members need to be shortened, it
must be done at this time. Verticals may be shortened to almost any desired length.
2. Select level assembly area with clearance to turn door and lay out members.
3. Align the vertical tabs with the lateral member cutouts keeping the
open channel of door laterals towards bottom of door.
4. With laterals and verticals in place, bend tabs loosely.
5. After assembling loosely, bend tabs to tight position, working from
center lateral toward top and bottom of door.
6. Square door frame.
7. Pry tab in final lock position
with a screwdriver. This
aligns all members and holds
frame square.
Step 4
Step 5
Step 7
8. Turn door frame over and
repeat steps 4 - 7.
9. After completely assembling door frame, fasten siding to frame.
Installation of Trolley Hangers
• Trolley hangers to be located at the top of the door.
• For placement of the trolleys divide the door width by 4
and this will equal the trolley inset from each side of the
door.
• Drill a 9⁄16" hole in the top of the top steel door lateral at
the trolley inset if it falls where there is no predrilled hole.
• Insert trolley drop bolt through 9⁄16" hole in top lateral.
• Adjust flange nut to provide 1" between top door lateral
and bottom of the door track.
• Hang door - make vertical adjustments with flange nut and
tighten lock nut.
• To adjust door in and out, turn the lateral adjustment bolt
with a wrench to obtain desired clearance.
Bottom Chord of
End Frame
(For endwall applications)
2x12 Header
(For sidewall applications)
Above
Track
Steel
Door
Track
2x6 Track Board
Trolley Hanger
Top Steel Lateral
Top Lateral
Flange Nut
Top Lateral
Lock Nut
Installation of Guide rail Brackets
Attach guide rail brackets to guide rail loosely with 3/8" x 3/4" bolts.
One bracket and one bolt is furnished for each hole in guide rail.
Align end of guide rail with inside of door opening. Important! To prevent the wind from
lifting doors away from the building, fasten guide rail brackets to the gradeboard with 5⁄16" carriage
bolts or 3⁄8" lags. Do not use Nails. Hold the bottom of guide rail approximately
11⁄4" below the bottom of the door.
Make adjustments so doors operate properly. Tighten
all fasteners to secure brackets and guide rail in its
final position.
Tips: Continuous guide rail engages bottom lateral
of door and guides the door along building keeping it secure
and away from the siding.
Slotted holes in guide rail bracket allow lateral and
vertical adjustments.
To adjust door in and out, turn the lateral adjustment
bolt with wrench to obtain desired clearance.
End view
of door at
bottom. Grade
Steel Door
Vertical
Steel Door
Lateral
Board
Guide Rail
Guide Rail
Bracket
Grade
PAGE 21
kwik Frame Sliding Door Assembly
DOuBLE
COuPLE
kWIk
FrAmE
2x4 or 2x6
Lateral
1½"
• Serves as the side frames for sliding doors.
• Designed as a receiver for 2 X material.
• Built in J-Trim for self-flashing.
Cut the 2"x6" top and bottom boards 6" longer
than the door opening. Door girts should be cut
½" shorter than top and
bottom boards.
1½"
1¾"
2x4 or 2x6
Lateral
• Eliminates gap between split sliding doors.
• Built in Astragal to seal a double/split door system.
• Designed as a receiver for 2 X material.
• Built in J-Trim for self-flashing.
Trolley Inset
Lay Kwik frame verticals on a flat surface and
nail top and bottom boards horizontally to frames.
The bottom board should extend 2" below the
end of the Kwik frame. Girts should be spaced
the same as the other sidewall girts, measuring
from the top down.
Trolley Inset
2x6 Top Girt
Trolley Hanger
2x4 Door Girt
2x4 Door Girt
Kwik Frame Vertical
Installation of trolley hangers.
2x4 Door Girt
• Trolley hangers located at the top of door.
• For placement of the trolleys divide the
door width by 4 and add 3". This will equal
2x6 Treated Door Bottom
the trolley inset from each side of the door.
9
• Drill a ⁄16" hole in the top of the 2x6 top
girt at the trolley inset.
• Insert trolley drop bolt through 9⁄16" hole in top door girt.
Above • Adjust flange nut to provide 1" space between top girt on
Bottom Chord of
the door and bottom of door track.
Track
End Frame
•
Hanging
the door - make vertical adjustments with flange
Steel
(For endwall applications)
nut and tighten lock nut.
2x12 Header
Door
• To adjust door in and out, turn the lateral adjustment bolt
(For sidewall applications)
Track
with a wrench to obtain desired clearance.
2x6 Track Board
Trolley Hanger
2x6 Top Girt
Top Lateral
Flange Nut
Top Lateral
Lock Nut
PAGE 22
1"
Hang the door in the track and square
with the door opening. Lift door up
1" so weight is taken off the hangers.
Nail temporarily on bottom corners
making sure the door is plumb.
Apply door steel keeping
each sheet flush with the
top board. After all steel
is applied, remove temporary nails from bottom
corners.
Temporary Nail
1" Rise
2”
Overhead Door Framing
SIDEWALL
Overhead Door on a sidewall
Overhead door 2x6 frame outs are to
be placed so the bottom of the frame
outs to the top of the finished floor
is the height required for the door.
Door jambs - Outside jamb is
typically a 2x4. Inside jamb is
typically a 2x4 or 2x6 depending
on `the door size. See trim detail
for more information.
L-6 (DOOr ANGLE)
Jamb
Post
Door
Jamb
Trim
Door
Jamb
6 41
L-6
1
4
1
1
2
HEm TrIm
Jamb
Post
HEm TrIm
1
1
2
2 12
Steel Panel
• Covers cut edge of steel around openings.
Tip:
For best results the L-6 is installed
before the wall steel. The J-Trim and Hem
Trim are installed after the steel is up.
(Do not fasten the steel panels around
the opening until the J-Trim and Hem Trim
are in place.)
ENDWALL
If the door is located on the sidewall and the
height of the door is 1' less than the sidewall
height, then a 2x12 header will be used as the
nailing surface of the trim
instead of the 2x6 headers.
Warning: For buildings with concrete floors the height
of the opening needs to be adjusted to accommodate
the thickness of the concrete floor and the turning
radius of an overhead door.
Note: 2x6 door mounting board to be adjusted as
necessary for the type of overhead door selected.
PAGE 23
Bookshelf Post Frame Construction
Follow the same steps for Traditional Post
Frame Construction from Page 6 to Page 7;
Except, the sidewall posts DO NOT require
1½" between the post and the mason line
when plumbing the posts.
Install Grade Board
Check for plumb
with level on
two sides
Mason
String
3. Use a line level or transit to establish a level line
where the nails are located.
4. Install grade board keeping the bottom of the
gradeboard on top of the nails securing with 30d
(4½" ring shank) nails at each post location.
Toe-nail when on sidewall.
11⁄2"
Sidewall
Endwall
Corner 11⁄2"
Post
1. Locate the corner post with the highest grade.
2. Place a nail in between the poles at the grade
at the corner post on the sidewalls and on the
outside of the end walls to set the grade of the
building.
Endwall
Corner Post
Sidewall
Sidewall
Bookshelf
Gradeboard
to be installed
between posts
5. Once all the grade boards are in place, remove
grade nails.
rd
eboa
Grad
Note: Treated gradeboard may require plastic flashing.
For Bookshelf Girt styled building, sidewall grade boards are placed between the columns
and end wall grade boards are placed on the outside of the columns.
Pro-Rib
Steel
Panel
Sidewall
Post
2x6 Treated
Bookshelf Girts
Composite
Grade Board
PAGE 24
BOOkSHELF GIrT AND
GrADE BOArD ON
SIDEWALL APPLICATION
Pro-Rib
Steel
Panel
2x4
endwall
Girt end wall
Post
2x6 Treated
Bookshelf Girts
Composite
Grade Board
BOOkSHELF GIrT AND
GrADE BOArD ON
END WALL APPLICATION
Bookshelf Girts
Note: Make any adjustments as necessary to girts to accommodate special options such as eavelite
and wainscot panels. See page 37 for details.
Cut (2) spacer blocks 22½"
in length. The Girt chart shows
how many rows of girts are
needed depending on your
wall height.
Rest the spacer blocks on the
grade board and temporarily tack
into place between the posts.
Rest a girt on top of the spacer
block and toenail girts into place
using 30d (4½" ring shank) nails.
Tip: Keep posts plumb while
installing girts.
GIRT CHART
2x6 Girts
Wall
# Rows
Height of Girts
7'
3
8'
3
9'
4
10'
4
11'
5
12'
5
13'
6
14'
6
15'
7
16'
7
2nd Row
of Sidewall Girts
22½"
e
Spac
rd
eboa
Grad
1st Row of
Sidewall Girts
Remove the spacer block above
the grade board and place spacer blocks on top of the
first row of girts, and nail second row of girts into place
on both sidewalls and end walls. Repeat.
Special Note: If you have a sidewall overhang: The
overhang soffit nailer is not installed at the same time
as the girts and should be installed when the overhangs are being framed. (See page 28). Allow room
for jamb material when placing girts on a jamb pole.
(See door framing details pages 16-17). Before
installing the last girt set all headers.
Header
22½"
e
Spac
rd
eboa
Grad
2nd Row
of Sidewall Girts
1st Row of
Sidewall Girts
Bookshelf buildings’ sidewall
headers get notched into
columns, and are flush with the
inside and outside face.
PAGE 25
Bookshelf Truss Placement
Truss Location
Measuring from the bottom of the grade board up
each post, the height of your wall, put a mark.
This is where your truss bearing will be located.
For example: If your wall height is 10' tall, the
measurement from the bottom of your grade board
to the bottom of the truss would be 10' (120").
Warning: If you are planning to have a concrete
floor now or in the future make sure the material
list has been adjusted properly for this particular
feature. To maintain the interior clearance from
the top of the finished floor to the bottom chord of
the truss, the thickness of the slab will have to be
added on to the height of the building.
Post Notch
Field cut exterior plies
of laminated column
3" above top of truss.
This will allow nailing
area for edge purlin
or overhang jack.
Field cut bearing
block to proper
length for truss
bearing.
3 - ply 2x6
laminated
column
Truss
Truss placed
into column
Insert bearing block
into column and
secure 1 side with
(2) 10d nails staggered
@ 3" O.C. each side.
Warning:
Do not notch corner posts or endwall posts.
Solid Posts
Double check your measurements from
bottom of grade board to the bottom of truss
notch. It should be the same as the sidewall
height.
Use a square to mark post for notching.
Trusses will sit in notch and may not extend
beyond post.
Laminated Columns
The truss will sit in the saddle of the
laminated column. The bearing block will need
to be cut to the proper length and secured to
column to bring the truss bearing height equal
to the buildings wall height.
PAGE 26
Temporary
Purlin
Main
Truss
Hang truss
flush with post
Sidewall
Posts
End
Truss
Corner
Post
Truss
bearing
marker
Wall Girts
rd
eboa
Grad
Building height
measured from
bottom of
gradeboard
Bookshelf Trusses Purlins and Braces
raising Trusses
Before raising trusses, mark the top edge of the truss for the proper purlin spacing,
starting at the peak of the truss and move towards the eave. The bottom edge
of the peak purlin should start no more than 8" from the peak.
Note: Purlins will not exceed 24" o.c. for agricultural
buildings. For Residential and/or Commercial buildings
please refer to Engineered Prints.
raising the End Frames
At one end of the building, raise an
end frame on the outside of the
end wall posts. The bottom
Peak
edge of the truss must align
No
24"
with the building height you
more than 8"
24"
24"
marked on the post.
Eave
24"
The heel of the end
frame should be flush with the outside edge of the post. Nail the end frame to the
corner post first, checking to be sure the corner post and endwall posts are plumb.
Finish nailing the end frame to the endwall posts at each frame to post location.
Use 30d (4½" ring shank) nails to attach end frame to posts.
Edge Purlin Placement
Do not notch truss to install edge purlins.
Secure edge purlin between trusses.
Edge purlin
Sidewall
Post
Wall Girts
rd
eboa
Grad
Corner
Post
Edge purlins to be
secured between
truss and post
Corner Brace Placement
Corner braces are notched into the girts on bookshelf buildings.
End frame Truss
2x6 Bookshelf
Girt
Corner Post
2x6 Corner brace
secured at each end
and each brace to girt
Sidewall
Post
Note: Number of wall girts on this detail
may not apply to your building.
Corner brace shall extend from grade
board at first sidewall post to top corner
post at truss.
PAGE 27
Sidewall Overhang
Note: Don't install edge purlins at this time.
First install overhang jacks on your end frames. The distance of the overhang is measured from the
outside edge of the girt less 1½" to the end of the overhang jack.
With your jacks on your end frames, run a mason line from end overhang jack to end overhang jack
along the sidewall. Then install overhang jacks on trusses, making sure the ends of overhang jacks
are flush with mason line. When all of your jacks are in place install your 2x4 soffit nailer and fascia board.
Overhang Jack
2x4 Fascia board
Inside
Closure
Strip
Fascia Cap
Soffit
Panel
Note: Do not notch
truss to install
soffit nailer.
Soffit nailer to
be secured
between
trusses.
Bookshelf
Sidewall Overhang
Roof steel
Roof Purlin
Truss
Overhang
length
less 1½"
Sidewall Steel
Sidewall Post
Soffit
Small J-Trim with Frieze
2x4 Soffit Nailer
Sidewall Steel
SmALL J-TrIm
WITH FrIEZE
Soffit
Small J-Trim with Frieze
1
7
16
Soffit
1
4
1
2x4 Soffit Nailer
Sidewall Steel
Endwall Overhang
213
16
The small J-Trim with frieze
is a great time saver.
3
4
Steel
For endwall overhang, extend the purlins past end frame, 1½" less than the desired overhang.
Attach fascia board. Install small J-trim with frieze as shown. Install boxed end fascia after installing
roof steel. Install the soffit.
Roof Steel
Overhang length
2x4 Fascia
less 1½"
Board
Roof Purlin
End Frame
Endwall Post
PAGE 28
Endwall steel
Soffit Boxed
Panel End
Fascia
Small J-Trim
with Frieze
BOXED END FASCIA
GABLE
END
Roof Steel
BOXED END
FASCIA
5
150°
3
4
4 12
160°
Corner Trim
1
2
Soffit Panel
1
• Supports soffit panels.
• Used to cover gable ends on overhangs.
Soffit Trim
Fascia Board
L-4 FASCIA
“L-4 FASCIA”
FASCIA CAP
SIDEWALL
FASCIA CAP
5
8
4 41
1
4
1 21
Soffit
J-Trim or
small J-Trim
with Frieze
• Used as fascia on 4" wide material.
Soffit
Panel
4
Steel Sidewall
160°
• Used to cover 2x4 fascia board on eave
of building
• Supports soffit panels.
L-6 FASCIA
1
2
1
COLOrED STEEL SOFFIT
“L-6 FASCIA”
Roof
Steel
6 41
Corner Trim
1
4
Soffit
1 21
• Used as fascia on 6" wide material.
L-8 FASCIA
Boxed End Fascia
SOFFIT
PANEL
SOLID
vENTED
“L-8 FASCIA”
• Used at the top of the wall to cover overhangs.
• Precut sizes for fast installation.
SOFFIT SHEAr
8 41
PRO-SHEAR
TM
Soffit
1
4
• Used as fascia on 8" wide material.
1¼" SOFFIT
NAILS
1 21
• A 1# box will
cover 150 feet or
112 pieces of soffit
• Custom contoured blades to fit soffit panels
• Long lasting high carbon metal blades give a quick,
clean, and easy cut.
• Does not produce hot metal filings that can damage the
finish of the panel like other methods may.
PAGE 29
Windows
Traditional Window
Window Installation
Window units should be installed before the steel is
applied. For best results, the side of the window
should be located between the ribs of the steel.
Treated
Post
Frame out the opening as shown.
1. Nail a vertical 2x4 on each side of the window
opening.
2. Nail a 2x4 horizontally across the top and bottom
of the window opening.
3. 2x4 spacer blocks cut to fit between rows of girts.
4. Cut out girts between vertical 2x4’s.
2x4
Spacer
Blocks
Rough
Opening
2x6 Uprights
2x6 Bookshelf Girts
Screen unit White or Brown
48"(W) x 36" (H)
rough Opening
Bookshelf
Girt
Treated
Bookshelf Girt
Built in “J”
Channel
1 12
2
1/2
Rough Opening
Gradeboard
DOuBLE ANGLE TrIm
DOuBLE
ANGLE
Treated Post
2x6 Uprights
• Built in "J" Channel on screen units.
• Frame and Sash are completely weather
stripped with woven pile.
• A durable baked enamel finish is standard,
and is available in white or brown.
• Shipped ready to install.
• Center mullion for a sturdier window.
• Nylon track for an easy sliding sash.
Used for flashing and breaks in sidewall panels.
PAGE 30
Rough
Opening
Bookshelf Window
Storm unit White only
Window Unit
Window
unit
Treated
Post
Gradeboard
POST FrAmE WINDOWS
Sidewall
Steel
Vertical
nailer
Horizontal
nailer
Insert the window into the frame-out and fasten it in
place from the outside.
60"(W) x 20"(H)
rough Opening
2x4
Upright
2x4 Spacer
Blocks
DrIP CAP
Sidewall
Steel
Windowunit
Unit
Window
DrIP
CAP
2 34
1 14
Serves as flashing for window and door headers.
Service Doors
2x4 Vertical jamb
Service Door Installation
Door units should be installed before the steel is
applied. For best results, the side of the door should
be located between the ribs of the steel.
Treated
Post
Gradeboard
Insert the door into the frame-out and fasten it in
place from the outside.
White Blank
Door
36" x 80"
White 9 Lite with
Crossbuck
• Baked on enamel finish
• Heavy duty 16 ga.
galvanized steel frame jambs
• 24 ga. smooth steel panels
• Code approved ½" low
profile threshold
• Thermopane nine-lite
window
• R-16 Insulation Factor
• Custom door sizes are
available on a special
order basis.
Rough
Opening
2x4
Spacer
Blocks
2x6 Uprights
2x6 Bookshelf Girts
Lite - 21" x 22"
COmmErCIAL GrADE SErvICE DOOrS
Vertical
nailer
Rough
Opening
POST FrAmE SErvICE DOOrS
White or Brown
White or Brown with
36" x 80"
• Prehung in Jamb
• Low Maintenance
• Baked on enamel finish
• R-10 Insulation Factor
• Ease of Installation
• Attractive textured door panel
• Self Flash J-Trim side panels
• Universal Swing
• Bored for lockset
• Inswing or Outswing
• Custom door sizes available
on a special order basis.
2x6 Flat Girt
2x4 Spacer Treated
Post
Blocks
Horizontal
Nailer
To frame out the opening as shown:
1. Nail (2) 2x4 vertical nailer onto the inside of
the girts (R.O. width +3").
2. Nail a 2x4 horizontal nailer onto the outside of
the vertical nailer (R.O. height+1½").
3. Cut out girts between vertical nailer.
4. Nail a 2x4 horizontal jamb to the bottom of the
horizontal nailer.
5. Nail 2x4 vertical jambs to insides of the vertical
nailer.
6. Add 2x4 spacer blocks, cut to fit, between girts.
Blank Door
Rough
Opening
Treated Post
Gradeboard
DOOr JAmB
TrIm
160°
3 12
1 12
160°
1 12
1 12
Rough Opening
2x6 Vertical
Jambs
Jamb
Post
Door
Jamb
Bookshelf
Girt
Treated
Bookshelf Girt
DOOr
JAmB
TrIm
L-6 Fascia
Used as trim for sliding doors and service doors. PAGE 31
Dutch Doors
Dutch Door Installation
The Dutch Door is much heavier than a typical door
so 4x6 posts (or larger) are required to support the
door.
1. Place post on each side of the Dutch Door
2. Secure the hinge side of the door to the post.
3. Nail a 2x4 horizontally on the top of the door
opening.
4. 2x4 spacer blocks cut to fit between rows of girts.
5. Cut out girts between vertical 2x4’s
EXTErIOr
vIEW DOOr
PANEL
AvAILABLE IN
ALL COLOrS;
INTErIOr
BACkSIDE IS
ALWAyS
WHITE
FrAmE &
CrOSSBuCk
COLOr: WHITE
• Two heavy steel
hinges per door
panel are “E” coated
for corrosion
resistance, then
powder coat painted
to match the door.
They are bolted into
the panel with only
the hinge knuckle
showing, providing
a more finished
appearance than
the old strap style
hinge. The large
size of this hinge
allows the floor
panel to open away
from building skin or
trim. Nylon
spacers provide
smooth, quiet
operation.
PAGE 32
Posts
Horizontal
Nailer
Gradeboard
2x4 Spacer
Blocks
Posts
Rough
Opening
2x4
Spacer
Blocks
• 16 gauge steel crossbuck and four piece
perimeter frame components are powder
coat painted after six stage wash.
Shipped with galvanized hardware package that includes
galvanized strap hinges, doors, barn latch,
barrel bolt, catch kit, and assembly hardware.
• An economical system that can be
assembled in the field.
Rough Opening 487⁄ 8" x 87"
PrEmIum DuTCH DOOrS
• Three piece steel jamb system includes hinge
side, strike side, and header. All pieces are
formed using 16 gauge steel then powder coat
painted. All pieces are prepunched with mounting holes and the hinge jamb piece is prepunched for hinge holes to mate with our regular
Dutch Door. The jamb kit provides a strong finished appearance and helps eliminate door sag.
• The catch kit is a horse safe,
self-storing hook that is used to
hold the door open.
• A heavy duty pre-finished black barn latch
secures the door to the jamb when closed.
• 16 gauge one piece perimeter door with crossbuck. (Available in white only)
• Backer panels are available in 24 colors.
rough Opening 49¼" x 87³⁄8"
Storing, Handling, and Cutting Steel Panels
Storing
• Specifically check your quantities, colors, and lengths
• All materials should be used as soon as possible
• Steel bundles should be stored indoors with enough of a slope to allow
any moisture from condensation to drain out of the bundle
• Bare galvanized panels should be installed immediately and not be
stored outside
Handling
• Do not slide steel panels across each other.
• To properly lift a panel from the bundle place hands underneath the
under lap side of the panel and lift up and away from the bundle.
• Lifting steel onto roof or building grab the panel in the flat of the panel
and not in the rib.
Scratches
• A scratch in the panel may only cause rust
if it is deep enough to cut through the paint
and zinc coat.
• Color-matched touch-up and spray can paint
is available if you happen to scratch a panel.
• Touch-up paint is color matched to all Pro-Rib®
25 colors.
• Perfect for scratches and nicks
• Beveled brush great for tiny spots or thin lines.
• Quarts and gallons available for color matching
other components of your building.
TOuCH-uP PAINT
Available in all colors
COLOr mATCHED
SPrAy CAN
Available in all colors
Cutting Panels
• Tin Snips • Nibblers • Electric Shears • Panel Shears
DO NOT uSE A CIrCuLAr SAW TO CuT STEEL PANELS
Nibbler
Panel Shears
Shears
PAGE 33
Steel Panel Installation:
Proper lapping of Steel
Underseat
Proper Fastener Tightness
Under Tight
Proper
Overseat
Proper
Over Tight
Note:
Both professional and first time installers have fewer problems with oil canning, dimples, and
other appearance related fastener seating problems if they install either nails or screws on top
of the rib.
Fastener Specifications:
Roof: Nails must be installed on top of the rib. Screws can be installed
on top of the rib or in the flat surface of the panel between the ribs.
Wall: Nails can be installed on top of the rib or in the flat surface between
the ribs.
Nailing of Steel Panels
Roof Sheets
Top & Bottom of wall sheets
Wall sheets
-Use 2½" E-Z Seal nails installed on top of the rib.
-Use 1½" Neoprene nails installed in the flat surface
-Use 2" Neoprene nails installed on top of the rib
Screwing of Steel Panels
Roof Sheets
Top & Bottom of wall sheets
Wall sheets
-Use 2" Woodgrip screws installed on top of the rib.
-Use 1" Woodgrip screws installed in the flat surface
-Use 2" Woodgrip screws installed on top of the rib
Overlap
Screwing of Steel panels (Option) (In Flat) Note: Screw lengths may need to be adjusted.
Note: If an alternative fastening method is used, then the material list may have to be altered for proper fastener lengths.
Cutting Steel
Cutting steel is best done with a panel shear, tin snips, nibblers, or electric shears.
Bending Steel
Bending steel is best done with a hand seamer or a brake press.
PAGE 34
Hanging Sidewall Steel
Note: Optional Bottom Trim May be installed at this time.
Note: Positioning of the first panel is critical. The first panel
installed establishes the alignment and layout of the entire wall. It
is very important that the first panel is accurately
positioned and squared before fastening it in place.
Tip: When laying out the steel panel have the overlap
side of the panel away from the main line of sight.
Tip: You may want to start at a corner away from the
prevailing wind.
Steel
Panel
Cut the first rib off leaving ¼" of rib on the first sheet of
side steel (Fig. 1). Position the first panel so it is square in
the corner. Make sure the first sheet of sidewall steel is
level and the top of the sheet is even with the top edge
of the edge purlin. This should leave approximately 3" of grade
board exposed at the bottom (Fig.2).
Using 1½" washer nails or 1" screws, secure the top and
bottom of the steel panel at the lap next to the rib, to
assure proper lap and seating of the steel panel. Securing the
panel in this manner will assure all laps to be seated
and will not allow the steel to grow or stretch as you are
running it. Once all the panels are in place and secure
only at the lap, snap a chalk line at each mid-girt location and finish fastening the wall with 2" neoprene washer nails or
2" screws on top of the rib. At the top and bottom of the panels
use 1½" fasteners on both sides of each rib, for the length of the
building.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
¼˝
Composite
Grade Board
Grade
Post
BOTTOm
TrIm
Steel
BOTTOm
TrIm
1
1
1
1
Grade
Board
Accents/seals bottom of sidewall panels
Note: Do not put fasteners on the rib at the top and bottom of the
panel. (Doing this may crush the end of the panel)
Hanging Endwall Steel
Endwall panels are fastened
in the same manner as the sidewall panels. The only difference
is the gable sheets are always
started from the middle of the
building and run towards the
corners. The panels should be
measured and the gable angle
cut off of the top before installing
the panels.
Start
PAGE 35
Installing roof Steel
Temporary 2x4
Note: Install optional Eave Trim before roof steel is installed.
Install optional inside closure strips before placing each roof panel.
Be careful not to stretch the closure strips.
Desired
Steel
Overhang
Nail a temporary 2x4 block on the outside of each end truss
extending 4" to 6" beyond the heel of the truss on both ends.
The length that you extend the 2x4 will determine the
overhang length.
Mason
Line
Cut the first rib off leaving ¼" of rib on the first roof sheet of roof steel.
Lay down the first roof steel panel, squaring it with the
mason line. It should run flush with the end truss. The
roof panels are installed similar to the wall panels in
layout. The only difference is the middle fastener is
secured to the top of the rib instead of the flat. Fasten
the sheets on the rib only.
Using 2½" washer nails or 2" screws, fasten roof steel
Inside
through rib into every purlin except the top rows of purlins,
Closure Strip
which will be fastened when applying the ridgecap.
Corner trim
Level the face of the trim with one side holding it up tight to
the roof steel. Fasten into place when level.
EAvE
TrIm
Gable
Trim
2
TrIm
Corner
Trim
PAGE 36
3/4
Sidewall Steel
Roof Steel
Gable
Trim
2
Corner
Trim
Sidewall Steel
13/
16
EAvE TrIm
Edge
Purlin
5 81
5 81
Eave Trim
1
4
160° 150°
l
tee
S
of
Ro
COrNEr AND
GABLE TrIm
Gable trim
When applying the gable trim, make sure the top side of the trim is in
line with the roof and the side of the gable trim is in line
GABLE
with the end wall.
Fasten the top part to every purlin and the
bottom part to the ribs on the end wall steel.
Edge
Purlin
Nail
Run a mason line the full length of the building between these
blocks. This mason line determines the length of the eave.
Corner and Gable Trim
End
Truss
COrNEr TrIm
• Serves as a cover
and trim for siding at
outside corners and
gable ends.
Wainscot
Lower decorative panel, usually
a contrasting color from main
building and matches trim
Eavelite
Translucent panel placed at
the eaves
Wall steel
panel
Pro-Rib®
steel panel
2x6 wainscot
nailer
D-2 Trim
Wainscot
Length
Wainscot panels
over 36" require a
2x4 nailer placed
between wainscot
nailer and grade
board.
Steel
wainscot
panel
Grade
board
Truss
Edge purlin
Eavelite
Length
Eavelite panels
over 36" require a
2x4 nailer placed
between eavelite
nailer and edge
purlin.
Eavelite
panel
Treated
Post
Treated
Post
D-2 Trim
2x6 eavelite nailer
Pro-Rib®
steel panel
PAGE 37
Skylites
Universal Ridgecap
Outside closure strip
CLEAr
POLyCArBONATE
Skylite Panel
Peak Purlin
Lap skylite
over roof steel
minimum of 12"
Roof
Purlin
Roof
Steel
Truss
ridgelite
Ridgelite is a translucent white fiberglass
cover that has the same basic shape as the
universal ridgecap. This cover has an
approximate 60% light transmittance.
• Same configuration as Pro-Rib® panels.
• Polycarbonate • 36" coverage
• 20 Times Stronger than 5 oz. fiberglass
• Highest light transmission
• Class “A” Fire Rating
• 10 Year Limited Warranty
Clear as
Glass
teel
S
s
a
g
Stron
SNOW JACk
PAGE 38
SNOW
JACkS
• Crystal clear polycarbonate with UV stabilizers
• Added strength due to a three-to-one base to blade ratio
• Provides maximum protection against roof avalanches and
ice damage to gutters, plants, cars and pedestrian walkways.
• Dimensions: 3½" wide x 6" long x 2½" high
• Snow Jacks are located in the flat between the ribs located
approximately 1'-2' up from the eave on the roof. Every other
jack should be staggered for maximum effectiveness. The
number of pieces and spacing will vary depending on building width.
Interior Liner Panel
Dura-Panel™ Offers:
• Significantly more durable than waferboard
or sheet rock when used as a liner.
• Matches Pro-Rib® configuration.
• Special duty panels light and easy to handle.
• Economically priced to save money with
great results.
• Virtually maintenance free.
White Acoustical Panel
• Perforated between the ribs
• Sound deadening liner
• Used for walls and ceilings
1
Steel
3
4
Steel
2165
1
4
1
LArGE
J-TrIm
WITH
FrIEZE
3
4
• The large J-trim with frieze is designed
for lining building’s with steel panels.
5
1
2
INSIDE
Corner
INSIDE
COrNEr
TrIm
13
16
5 12
3
4
Steel Panel
• An attractive detail trim for inside corners
• Provides larger coverage when needed.
INSIDE
COrNEr
HEm
INSIDE
COrNEr
HEm
114
114
1
2
134
Steel Panel
• Attractive detail inside corner trim
• Hidden fasteners
PAGE 39
Insulating Building
PRO-THERM™ GIVES YOU THESE ADVANTAGES:
• Condensation Control
• R-6 Insulation Value (Estimated)
• Lightweight, Quick, And Easy to Install
• Fire Rating UL-723
• Facing meets ASTM C1136
• Facing Carries a UL Class A Rating
• 87% Light Reflectance
• Brite White Facing for easy cleaning
6" taped tabs allow easy
lapping of insulation rolls.
Pro-Therm™
Condensation Blanket
Pro-Therm™ Insulation
Wall Application
Double Girt
0
r-4 ng
Insulating method
i
l
i
Ce
utilizing fiberglass
batts of insulation
up to 72" wide.
2x6 girts, applied
flat, are used on
the outside of the
building and 2x4
Outside
girts, applied flat,
Girts
are used on the
interior of the
building. Most
common
method of
r-19
insulating
Walls
an existing
building.
Bookshelf Girts
Insulating method
utilizing fiberglass
batt insulation 24"
wide. 2x6 girts are
applied on edge
between the posts,
and are used to finish off the outside
and inside of the
building at the
same time.
r-19
Walls
2x4 inside
Girts
Insulation
0
r-4 ng
i
l
i
Ce
“Bookshelf” Girts
Laid Flat &
“Sandwiched”
Between Posts
Insulation
Roof Top Application
PAGE 40
ventilation
Fasten ridgecap and closure strip to the rib
of the roof steel.
Repeat on both sides, making sure the cap
runs straight with the peak. Lap cap
approximately 6" over each other, using 2
beads of silicone sealant in the lap.
• Premium vented Closure Strips
• 40 Year Limited Warranty
• Conforms to roof pitch 2/12-20/12
• Industrial strength adhesive for
permanent installation
• Will not crack, clog or rust
• Will not dent or scratch paint finish
Ridge
Cap
l
tee
S
of
Ro
Outside
Closure Strip
directly over
the Peak
Purlin
8"
Vented Outside Closure Strips
Other vents
Available
ventilation
Overhangs (See page 28)
Note: 1' overhangs intake approximately 7 sq. inches of air per foot.
Vented closure strips exhaust 6 sq. inches of air per foot. Therefore,
continuous vented closure strips equal a 1' overhang system.
GABLE vENT
• Size is actual rough opening size
• Nailing flange on all 4 sides
• All Steel Construction
• Square inches of free area:
14"x18" - 54 in.
18"x24" - 90 in.
mW-25
rIDGEvENTS
• With a 2" throat this vent has
18 square inches of free area
per lineal foot.
• Approximately 250 cfm of air
exhausted when equal air is
provided.
mW-35
• With a 3½" throat this vent has
36 square inches of free area
per lineal foot.
• @ 500 cfm of air exhausted
when equal air is provided.
All include splice plates
& end flashing
PAGE 41
roof Cupolas
Choose The Color
Combination
To Match Your
Building.
•
•
•
•
•
•
Prepainted 29 gauge steel construction.
Weatherproof louver side vents.
Slide on metal connectors for roof and wall sections.
Bird screen included for mounting over roof cutout.
4/12 pitch flashing included
Mix or match any color of roof, corner post,
louvered sides, and flashing color.
• Includes threaded base for weathervane
20-5/8"
5/8” threaded top
plate included
Slide on Roof
Sections
18”
Corner
Post
• Hand cast aluminum with
satin black enamel finish for
maintenance-free service. Will not
attach directly to your roof.
4/12 Pitch
Stocked
Bird mesh Wire
Included
*Other Pitches
Available
Flashing
24"x24"-30" H (38 lis.) 4/12 Pitch
*Reverse Flashing Nail
36"x36"-45" H (55 lis.) 4/12 Pitch
Flange on the inside.
24"x24"-30" H (38 lis.) Special Pitch
36"x36"-45" H (55 lis.) Special Pitch
Reversible Flashing available for Asphalt roofing.
Flashing Assembly
*
Lay out the six pieces as shown and bend
the designated pieces* to conform to the
pitch of the roof.
Assemble the end pieces as shown with
sheet metal screws. The flashing is pre-cut
to a 4/12 pitch. Trimming the designated
areas (*) may be required for other pitches.
Attach the side pieces as shown to
complete the flashing assembly.
•
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Reverse Flashing Nail
Flange on the inside.
Standard flashing
Nail flange on outside
•
Fasteners
•
•
*
Fasteners
*
Cupola Installation
CORNER POST
TRIM
ROOF
CONNECTING
FLANGE
ROOF
SECTION
ROOF
CAP
ROOF
CONNECTORS
BASE ASSEmBLy
Slide the four corner posts trim on the side
assemblies.
Once all four sides are connected, turn the
base over so the roof connecting flange is
up.
rOOF ASSEmBLy
Slide the roof sections into the roof connecting flange of each side
assembly.
Screw the roof cap to each of the roof
sections using the steel plate provided.
Slide each roof connector 4-6” at a time
until all of the connectors are under the
roof cap.
After all of the roof connectors are driven under the
roof cap, tighten the bolts and trim the roof connectors
off to create a finished appearance.
Attach the cupola to the flashing assembly with
sheet metal screws.
Attach weathervane.
Place the bird screen underneath the flashing
assembly and attach the unit to the roof.
PAGE 43
Horse Stalls
Lumber requirements
The first step in building your stall is to decide on
your finished dimensions, which determines the lengths
of lumber required. The following specifications cover
the lumber requirements for each wall model. Lumber
listed is for 12' wide walls. Should your needs be different, just change the lumber lengths accordingly.
Treated lumber is recommended if using 2x6x12'.
Lumber from front wall can be used for door bottom
rather than plywood.
Front Wall with Grillwork and Door:
• 1 pc. ¾" x 48" x 96" plywood (smooth 1 side)
- for bottom half of sliding door.
• 1 pc. 2x6 x 48" door header board
• 9 pcs. 2x6 x 96" wall boards
• 1 pc. 2x12 x 144" track board
• 2 pcs. 2x2 x 36" door channel filler
Front Wall System
Door dimensions are 48" wide, 86" high.
Overhead clearance must be at least 94½" to
accommodate the door, trolley, and track.
System comes complete with the following:
Grillwork sections:
10' front includes 1 - 24" & 1 - 48"
12' front includes 2 - 48"
• 2 End channels
• 4 Header channels
• 1 Wall Brace Assembly Screws
Side Wall System
System comes complete with the following:
Grillwork sections:
10' sidewall includes 2 - 48" & 1 - 24"
12' sidewall includes 3 - 48"
• 2 End channels
• 2 Header channels
• 1 Wall Brace Assembly Screws
Partition or rear
Wall System
System comes complete with the following:
• 4 End channels
• 2 Wall Brace Assembly Screws
PAGE 44
Solid Front Wall with Door:
• 1 pc. ¾" x 48" x 96" plywood (smooth 1 side)
- for bottom half of sliding door.
• 1 pc. 2x6 x 48" door header board
• 9 pcs. 2x6 x 96" wall boards
• 1 pc. 2x12 x 144" track board
• 2 pcs. 2x2 x 36" door channel filler
• 11 pcs. 2x6 x 144" wall boards
Solid Side Wall:
• 17 pcs. 2x6 x 144" wall boards
Typical corner posts are standard 4x4 lumber.
Five (5) posts are required for the first stall and
three (3) additional posts for each stall thereafter,
when constructed side-by-side.
Note: All 4x4 posts should be 8' in length above the
ground. Longer posts are required if they are to be
anchored in the ground.
Horse Stalls Assembly Instructions
Post Installation
After making your lumber list, the next step is to layout the
stall. Install all corner posts with 8' of length above ground
and lateral dimensions at 10' or 12' on centers, depending on
the width of the walls you've selected. Be sure they're all
plumb, level and true.
Next, install the center door post wall with a 4' dimension
(on centers) from the corner post on the side that you want
the door (see Stall Arrangement drawing). Take note of the
1½" offset of the center post, which is necessary so that the
sliding door can open past the post. The front wall and center
post must all be flush.
With all posts in place, you are now ready to install the
walls you've selected. Unpack each carton as you're ready
for installation and account for all parts on the packing list.
Review the assembly drawings to familiarize yourself with
parts placement and read all instructions carefully.
Stall
Arrangement
X = 10' or 12'
Y = 4'
Z = 6' or 8'
Y
A
Door kit
Z
B
C
C. 1 45"×36" Welded Grille Section
D. 86" Lumber Fit Vertical Channel
G. 1 4' #61 Bottom Guide
X
E
B. 1 pair 203-L Trolley Hangers
F. 50-3 Door Pull
Note post 1½" offset
- flush with wall
B
A. 1 8' #3B Round Track
E. #630 Sliding Latch
X
I
D
F
D
H. #401 Bottom Guide Retainer
I. #540 Door Stop
G
H
PAGE 45
Gutter Systems
Left End
Cap
Hidden Hanger 2' O.C.
6" Jumbo
Gutter
Contractor Grade
Jumbo Gutter Systems
• Available in all Matching 24 Colors plus Copper
• Premium Paint System
• Made with Heavy Duty 28 Gauge Steel
• 58% more volume than 5" Gutters
• Quick and Easy to Install
• All the right Accessories Available give the
Professional Finished Look
• Downspouts offer twice the volume as
standard gutters reducing clogs
• Designed to fit with 6" Fascia
Right End
Cap
Inside Corner
Outside Corner
Front Elbow2 per Downspout
Outlet
Downspout
Bands2 per
Downspout
Downspout
Side Elbow
Gutter Installation
Place hidden hangers 24" on center inside the gutter. Hold
the gutter firmly against the fascia. Be sure to allow a slight
slope in the gutter to allow for proper water drainage. Install
hex head screw on the hidden fastener into the fascia board.
24"
Hidden Gutter Hangers
at 24" on Center
To properly lap 2 pieces of gutter, make a relief cut on the gutter lap. Be sure
this relief cut is on the upstream portion of the gutter.
Apply a bead of silicone between the overlapped gutter
portions. This will prevent the seam from leaking.
Finally, apply two pop rivets in the designated
locations.
PAGE 46
Placement of Pop Rivets
Silicone Placement
Relief Cut
6" Minimum
Gutter Installation
Pop Rivets or Screws
Downspout Outlet
Rain Gutter
Determine your downspout locations.
Mark and cut outlet hole for downspouts
outlet. Apply silicone to the bottom side of
the downspout outlet. Place the outlet
from the top side of the gutter. Using four
pop-rivets rivet the downspout outlet to the
gutter.
It is also possible to install the downspout outlet before attaching your gutter to the fascia board.
To attach the downspout to the outlet, slide
the downspout over the bottom of the outlet. Rivet the downspout to the outlet
using four rivets.
Downspout
Rain Gutter
Apply silicone sealant on the
interior channel of the end cap
To install the end cap to the gutter apply a
generous bead of silicone sealant. The
cap will slide onto the end of the gutter.
Downspout
Rain Gutter
It is also possible to install End Caps
before attaching your gutter to the Fascia
Board.
End Cap
PAGE 47
LAMINATED COLUMNS
Laminated columns are used as vertical supports in
post frames construction, and can be fabricated to any
length to meet your individual building specifications.
The dimension of the lumber and the number of plies
are determined by the buildingʼs design requirements.
TRUSS
Laminated columns are produced using an automated
nailing machine. The machine aligns the component
members with its powerful clamping system, removing
normal warpage and pressing members firmly
together. The machine then automatically drives the
nail through and rivet clinches both ends.
BEARING BLOCK
(CUT TO FIT)
In addition to the rivet clinched nails, heavy gauge
steel plates are inserted between the column members
at the joints of the treated and untreated material.
LAMINATED
COLUMN
THREADLOCK
NAILS
HEAVY GAUGE
STEEL PLATES
INSERTED BETWEEN
COLUMN MEMBERS
AT THE JOINTS.
STAINLESS
STEEL
NAILS
TREATED
LUMBER
Treated lumber and stainless steel nails are used in
the lower portion of the column that goes into the
ground to resist corrosion and rot. Threadlock nails
formed from helically fluted low carbon steel wire are
used in the upper portion for superior holding strength.
Sidewall laminated columns are designed so the truss
fits down in the notch providing a strong junction
between truss and laminated column. In some cases,
this junction is strong enough to eliminate the need for
knee braces. The truss to laminated column fastening
is determined by the buildingʼs design requirements.
4½" 8 GAUGE RIVET CLINCHED NAILS
Rivet clinched threadlock nails are accepted by:
• FHA-Federal Housing Administration
• ICBO-International Conference of Building Officials
• BOCA-Building Officials Conferences of America
• CMHC-Central Mortgage and Housing Corp.
1¼" SOFFIT NAILS
• A 1# box will cover 150 feet
or 112 pieces of soffit
1# Box – Specify color
156-4396
E-Z SEAL POLE BARN NAILS
Approx.
FOR ROOF APPLICATION
Nails
per LB.
Description
230-1011 2½" Galvanized
75
230-1105 2½" Painted
75
230-1040 3" Galvanized
60
230-1134 3" Painted
60
230-1079 4" Galvanized
50
230-1163 4" Painted
50
• Ringshanks for holding power.
• Preferred by professionals for roofing application.
• Extra thick silicone washer resists drying out and
provides a superior water tight seal
• Available painted in all 25 Pro-Rib colors.
• All nails galvanized for long life.
NEOPRENE POLE BARN NAILS Approx.
Nails
FOR SIDEWALL APPLICATION per LB.
Description
125
230-1192 1½" Galvanized
125
230-1286 1½" Painted
100
230-1228 2" Galvanized
100
230-1312 2" Painted
80
230-1257 2½" Galvanized
80
230-1341 2½" Painted
• Preferred by professionals for sidewall application.
• Ringshanks for holding power.
• Neoprene washer for water tight seal.
• Available painted in all 25 Pro-Rib colors.
• All nails galvanized for long life.
STITCH
SCREWS
Description @ Screws
per LB.
100
230-1914 ¾" Galvanized
100
230-1943 ¾" Painted
. Used to stitch at overlap location and to
plug holes in steel panels.
. Neoprene sealing washer for water tight seal.
. # 12 diameter, ¼” Hex Head, Stitching panels
RING SHANK POLE BARN
NAILS HARDEN SHANK
Size
230-1370 10d (3") Galvanized
230-1406 20d (4") Galvanized
230-1435 30d (4½") Galvanized
230-1464 60d (6")Oil Quenched
PAGE
48
Approx.
Nails
per LB.
45
35
30
25
• Ringshanks for holding power.
• Harden shank for easy application.
PRO-SNAP SCREWS
Size
155-9842 1"
155-9846 2"
Approx.
Screws
per LB.
140
The leading steel panel in the post
frame industry offered at competitive
prices and is comparable with nearly
all of the standard panels on the
market today.
Pro-Rib Offers:
• 9" on center rib spacing • 36" nominal coverage
• Actual .0142 minimum thickness before painting
.0165 nominal thickness after painting
• Industry standard G-60 Galvanized Zinc Coating
• Phosphate pretreat for protection from Red Rust.
• Available in 24 colors plus Galvanized
Available
• 40 year film integrity warranty
• Custom cut lengths from 1" to over 40'
In
24 Colors
• Manufactured to highest industry standards.
• Structural Strength ASTM-A446 Grade E Steel
• Panels are full hard with structural qualities of a
minimum 82,000 PSI tensile strength.
Steel Panel Colors: Ash Gray, Beige, Black, Brite Red, Brite White, Brown,
Burgundy, Burnished Slate, Charcoal Gray, Colonial Red, Dark Blue, Emerald
Green, Forest Green, Galvanized, Ivory, Lt. Gray, Ocean Blue, Patina Green,
Pinewood, Prairie Wheat, Red, Slate Blue, Tan, Teal, & White
9" on center steel panel profile
38" nominal
UNDERLAP
¾" high
36" nominal
OVERLAP
PIECE
DRAIN
CHANNEL
OVERLAP
UNDERLAP
PIECE
The eye catching appeal of the Premium Pro-rib is making the
difference between ordinary and outstanding, basic and brilliant,
on structures around the world.
Pro-Rib One Hundred
Square Foot Calculation
Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96"
Number of Pieces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x 20
Equals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1920
One Hundred Square Foot Conversion x .002639*
Equals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.067 SQ
*One hundred square ft. conversion factor is based
on the overall formed, 38 inch width of the panel.
Premium Offers all the
benefits of Pro-Rib Plus:
• Superior resistance to ultraviolet radiation
• Hard flexible finish weathers longer
• .0157 minimum thickness before painting
.018 nominal thickness after painting
• Superior G-90 Galvanized Zinc Coating
• Lifetime film integrity warranty
• 10 year red rust warranty
70
. Preferred siding & roofing screw used to fasten
Pro-Snap steel roofing panels.
. Use 40 screws per square or 1 screw every 2' of panel.
WOODGRIP
SCREWS
9" on center
* Copper Color Now Available in
all Premium Steel Products *
Pro-Snap One Hundred
Square Foot Calculation
Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96"
Number of Pieces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x 20
Equals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1920
One Hundred Square Foot Conversion x .001215*
Equals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.3328 SQ
Approx.
Screws
per LB.
Description
*The one hundred square foot conversion factor is
1" Galvanized
230-1493
115
based on the overall formed width of the panel.
1" Painted
230-1613
115
Pro-Snap 17½" inch panel.
1½" Galvanized
230-1529
95
Overlap
•
16”
on
center
rib
spacing
1½" Painted
Pro-Snap is an excellent choice for
230-1642
95
• 16” nominal coverage
2" Galvanized
230-1558
75
your residential or light commercial
2" Painted
230-1671
75
applications. Pro-Snap is an
2½" Galvanized
230-1587
65
economical, snap-together, concealed
¾"
2½" Painted
230-1707
65
fastener roofing panel. Pro-Snap offers
high
. No pre-drilling required
. #9 Diameter.
ease of installation, longevity, energy
16" nominal
. Preferred siding & roofing screw used to fasten
savings and exceptional durability.
17½"
nominal
steel panels to wood structure . ¼" Hex Head.
. All screws galvanized for long life.
Midwest
offers
flat steel in lengths up to 50 feet.
. Neoprene sealing washer for water tight seal.
FLAT STEEL
This steel is not roll formed and thus will have no ribs.
. Available painted in all 25 Pro-Rib colors.
Premium Pro-Snap
Offers all the benefits of
Premium Pro-Rib except:
SELF TAPPING SCREWS
Approx.
Screws
per LB.
Description
230-1736 ¾" Galvanized
85
230-1820 ¾" Painted
85
230-1765 1" Galvanized
75
230-1859 1" Painted
75
230-1794 1½" Galvanized 60
230-1888 1½" Painted
60
. Used to attach steel panels to steel structure
and steel frame sliding doors.
. All screws galvanized for long life.
. Neoprene sealing washer for water tight seal.
. Available painted in all 25 Pro-Rib colors.
. #12 diameter . 5/16" Hex Head . No pre-drilling required.
BEAD
MASTIC
CAULK
/TAPE
MASTIC
SEALANTS
DRAIN CHANNEL TAPE MASTIC BEAD MASTIC
• Used for sidelaps as follows:
TAPE MASTIC
Slope
Length
• Used for multiple
4/12 Greater than 40 ft.
sheet end lapping
3/12 Greater than 30 ft.
on roofs with slopes
2/12 Greater than 20 ft.
of 2/12 or less.
1/12 Greater than 10 ft.
• Mastic sealants help provide a weatherproof seal
and stop water from siphoning between sheets.
AVAILABLE IN ALL
25 COLORS
4" 155-6773
6" 155-6799
8" 155-6812
10" 155-6812
11" 155-6841
15" 155-6860
Clear as Glass
Strong as Steel
TOUCH-UP PAINT
Available in All Colors
All prices are .018 steel.
(50 Ft. Max. per roll)
18" 155-6870
40.625" 155-6896
PRO-SKY PANELS
• Same configuration as Pro-Rib panels.
• Polycarbonate
• Class “A” Fire Rating
• 20 Times Stronger than 5 oz. fiberglass
• 36” coverage
• Highest light transmission
• 10 Year Limited Warranty
3' 155-8739
4' 155-8742
7' 155-8755
9' 155-8768
11' 155-8771
FIBERGLASS SKYLITES/
SOLAR PANELS- Pro-Rib
•Quarts and 1 oz. bottle in stock for Prompt Shipment.
•Color matched to all Pro-Rib twenty-five attractive colors.
• Same configuration as Pro-Rib panels.
•Perfect for scratches and nicks
•The beveled brush makes it simple for tiny spots or thin lines. • Translucent 5 oz. fiberglass panels,
60% transmittance.
3' - 11' SO
•Quarts and gallons available for color matching other
• Semi-Clear 5 oz. fiberglass Solar panels:
components of your building.
1 oz. 156-7869 Qt. 156-7872 Gal. 156-7885
• Light transmission per ASTM D-1494,
94% transmittance. • 36" coverage.
L-4 FASCIA
(DOOR EDGE)
REVERSE “J”
L-4
FASCIA
1
1
134
1
4
4
Soffit
RIDGE
1
4
1
• Used as Fascia on 4" Wide Material.
2
• Used for Overhang Flashing.
• Used as Snow Guard on Purlins at Endwalls.
10' Lengths; SO
REVERSE
“J” TRIM
1
10' 156-4590
12' 156-4370 12' Wht 156-6828
L-6 FASCIA
(DOOR
POST)
Jamb
Pole
Door
Jamb
Trim
Door
Jamb
6 41
SNAP
1
4
• Reverse “J” is used on the hip of a roof with snap ridge.
10' Lengths; SO
10' 156-4150
SNAP RIDGE
SNAP
RIDGE
1
Soffit
L-6 FASCIA
• Used as fascia on 6" wide material.
• Used for overhang flashing.
12' Lengths; SO
12' 156-4587 12' Wht 156-6831
L-8 FASCIA
(DOOR
ANGLE)
Jamb
Pole
L-8 FASCIA
Soffit
3-5/16"
Steel
Panel
1
4
•Ridge Cap for the Peak of the Roof
5"
Weather
Strip
Hem Trim
J-Trim
L-8 FASCIA
1
2
• Used for overhang flashing.
8'6" 156-6857
• Used as fascia on 8” wide material.
10'6" 156-6886
8'6", 10'6", & 12'6"
12' 156-6912 12' Wht 156-6844
Lengths; SO
1
11/16"
10' 156-4163
RESIDENTIAL RIDGE
Door
Jamb
8 41
• Snap Trim
is Used on the Hip
of a Roof
10' Lengths; SO
GABLE
TRIM
Gable
Trim
5 81
• Cover and trim on
outside siding corners
and gable ends.
• Available 8' to 16'
in 2' increments
Trim
Eave
Eave
Trim
Sidewall
SidewallSteel
Steel
SIZE
8'
10'
12'
14'
16'
WHITE
CORNER TRIM
BROWN
156-3520
156-3546
156-3562
156-3588
156-3708
156-3724
156-3740
156-3766
EAVE TRIM
5"
RESIDENTIAL
RIDGE
VENTED CLOSURE
ROOF STEEL
Corner
Corner
Trim
Trim
SO COLORS
156-3889
156-3915
156-3931
156-3957
156-3973
2 41
2
160° 150°
13/
16
3/4
EAVE TRIM
Steel
Sidewall
Sidewall
Steel
• Flashing for the top edge of the sidewall panels.
• Accents Eaves
Available in 12' 3" length.
Stock White 156-4613 SO Colors 156-4639
BOTTOM
TRIM
Steel
10' Lengths; 4, 6, 8, or 10/12 Pitch
4/12 Pitch All Colors
SKU# 156-4215
5/12 Pitch All Colors
SKU# 156-4257
SKU# 156-4228
6/12 Pitch All Colors
8/12 Pitch All Colors
SKU# 156-4231
10/12 Pitch All Colors
SKU# 156-4244
Specify color on your order.
END
CAPS
1
8
Gable
Gable
Trim
Trim
3-5/16"
11/16"
5
RoofSteel
Steel
Roof
Corner
Trim
1
4
1
2
CORNER
AND GABLE
TRIM
1
1
1
1
BOTTOM
TRIM
Grade
Board
•Accents/seals bottom edge of sidewall panels
Available in 12' 3" length
Stock White 156-4529 SO Colors 156-4545
ENDCAP
Available in 3/12 155-5965
or 4/12 Pitch 155-5978
UNIVERSAL RIDGECAP
• Used with outside closure strips
• 20" wide
5
4 41
J - TRIM
RAKE
TRIM
Top girt
Steel
Sidewall
39.5" 156-6284
8'6" 156-6310
10' Wht 156-6336
10'
156-6349
10'6" 156-6378
12'6" 156-6404
16'3" 156-6433
RAKE TRIM
J-TRIM
1
• Used as closure and
trim along the top edge of
a sidewall and around
door & window openings.
FASCIA CAP
FASCIA
CAP
160°
Roof Steel
3
4
Corner
Trim
DRIP
CAP
4 12
160°
1
2
1
Soffit Panel
• Used to cover gable ends on overhangs.
• Supports soffit panels .
9' 156-5599
14' 156-5641
EDGE
Truss
10' 155-8412
SO Galvanized 155-8409 SO Colors 155-8425
FIBERGLASS RIDGELITE
FIBERGLASS
RIDGELITE
10' lengths
The Solution:
*Special Order
Birdblox-5' Lengths
Birdblox Plus-5' Lengths
3
4
Window Unit
1 14
•Serves as flashing for window and door headers.
10' Lengths; SO 156-4574
End
Steel
Panel
SNOW GUARD
4 41
1
4
Frame
1 21
156-4590
The Problem
BIRDBLOX
BIRDBLOX PLUS
1/2
Snow Guard must be installed
before roof steel & gable steel
Truss
10' 155-8506
Steel
Panel
• Lets light shine through
• Same basic shape as
the Universal Ridgecap
• Translucent 6 oz. white
fiberglass
• Transmittance = 60%
10' SO 155-8470
FIBERGLASS RIDGELITE
SUPPORT BRACKET
FIBERGLASS
RIDGELITE
SUPPORT
BRACKET
155-5800
Truss
Steel
Panel
• Fabricated for use in
conjunction with our
fiberglass ridgelites
• Support recommended
every 3'
VALLEY
FLASHING
19"
19"
• Used for flashing where roof valleys are constructed.
10' Lengths 155-1066
18” VALLEY FLASHING
8"
2
2
• Flashing
for the top
edge of the
roof panels.
8"
1
2
Window Unit
• Used for flashing and breaks
Sidewall
Steel
5
150°
Sidewall
Steel
1
DRIP CAP
1
BOXED END FASCIA
BOXED END
FASCIA
DOUBLE
ANGLE
in sidewall panels.
12' 3" Lengths; SO 156-5861
2
• Supports soffit panels.
• Used to cover 2x4 fascia board on eave of building
12'3" Lengths; SO 156-5670
1
SOFFIT
ROOF
DOUBLE ANGLE TRIM
4
Soffit Panel
F CHANNEL
L-6
FASCIA
• Rake Trim Flashes the Endwall Edge Overhangs
of the Steel on the Roof.
12' Lengths; SO
156-4040
5
8
Steel
Sidewall
2½"
ROOF
STEEL
143
Steel
Panel
40" VALLEY FLASHING
2½"
1"
1
Fascia Board
J-Trim
1"
150°
UNIVERSAL
RIDGECAP
ALL TRIM IS NOW AVAILABLE IN 25 COLORS: Ash Gray, Beige, Black, Brite Red, Brite White, Bronze, Brown,
Burgundy, Burnished Slate, Charcoal Gray, Colonial Red, Copper (In Premium only), Emerald Green, Forest Green,
Ivory, Lt. Gray, Midnight Gray, Ocean Blue, Patina Green, Pinewood, Prairie Wheat, Red, Slate Blue, Tan, & White
Soffit panel
16
13/
140°
L-4
Roof Steel
VALLEY FLASHING
Birdblox
156-8318
156-8334
SNOW JACK
• Snow Jacks are located in
the flat between the ribs
located approximately 1'-2'
up from the eave on the
roof. Every other Jack
should be staggered for
maximum effectiveness.
The number of pieces and
spacing will vary depending
on building width.
• Crystal clear Polycarbonate with UV stabilizers
• Added strength - a three to one base to blade ratio
• Provides maximum protection against roof
avalanches and ice damage to gutters, plants, cars
and pedestrian walkways.
157-2676
• Used for flashing where roof valleys are constructed.
10' Lengths 155-1037
VALLEY CAP
Valley
Flashing
VALLEY
CAP
Roof
Steel
• Used for flashing where roof valleys are constructed.
10' Lengths 155-0999
PAGE 49
SIDEWALL FLASHING
• To be used where a flashing is needed
to go behind the wall steel and on top of
the roof steel.
10' SO 156-7173
3
4 /4”
112
126°
1
4
FLASHING
12 3
ENDWALL
FLASHING
1
4
10' SO 156-7209
4
Hem
6ʼ 6”
7ʼ 6”
8ʼ 6”
SIDEWALL
FLASHING
3
8
150°
150°
1
4
HEMMED
D-2
INSIDE
CORNER
HEM
Steel
Panel
2x4 SPF
Purlins
5 21
114
INSIDE
CORNER
1
2
3
4
1
• Attractive Detail Inside Corner Trim - Hidden Fasteners
4 38
3
4
Steel Panel
DOUBLE
TRACKBOARD
TRIM
3 21
1 41
2
1
2
Track Board Support
• Conceals door track.
10' 155-5842
• Serves as sliding door flashing.
• Hemmed edge locks into flashing tab brackets
3
DOUBLE
TRACK
BOARD TRIM
3
Track
• Conceals double 2 x 4 portion of track board header
and stopblock.
10' lengths; SO 155-5897
• Custom contoured blades to fit PRO-RIB™ steel panels.
• Unique frame design allows blade sets to be replaced
at a fraction of the cost of new shear.
• Straight cut, 3/12 cut, or 4/12 cut blade sets can be
mounted on the same frame quickly & easily.
• Long lasting high carbon metal blades give a quick,
clean and easy cut.
• Does not produce hot metal filings that can damage the
finish of the panel like other methods may.
Cutting
Steel
PORTABLE
PANEL
SHEAR
SIZE AVAILABLE:
Shear with straight Blades
Shear with 3/12 Blades
Shear with 4/12 Blades
PAGE 50
Straight 155-8630
Angle 155-8649
PORTABLE
SOFFIT
SHEAR
1 12
HEM TRIM
1
THERMOPANE
INSULATED WINDOWS
48"(W) x 36" (H)
Rough Opening
4'x2' 403-3824
3'x4' 403-3837
Storm
Unit White
only
Weather Vane
Sold Separately
5/8” threaded top
plate included
Choose The
Color
Combination
To Match Your
Building.
Bird mesh
Wire
Included
*Reverse Flashing Nail
Flange on the inside.
10' 156-6527
14' 156-6543
16' 156-6556
• To be used with Midwest all steel frame sliding
door systems.
• Use astragal trim to seal where split doors meet.
CUSTOM TRIM
4'x3' 403-3840
5'x4' 403-3853
Custom Trim Services-Easy As 1, 2, 3
• Built in "J" Channel on screen units.
• Frame and Sash are completely weather
Built in “J”
Channel
stripped with woven pile.
• A durable baked enamel finish is standard,
and is available in white or brown.
48x36
60x20
• Shipped ready to install. Wht w J 403-3730 403-3756
Center mullion strength.
Brn w J 403-3772 403-3785
EZ Nylon track sliding sash. WhtStrm403-3743 403-3769
NOTE: Screen units are to be installed on the exterior
of the bldg. Storm units are installed on the inside of
the building. Therefore when ordering windows you
generally just order a screen unit. Sometimes you may
order a screen and a storm, but it is highly doubtful that
you would be using a storm unit alone.
ROOF
CUPOLAS
SKU# 156-6679
SKU# 156-6682
All Steel frame
Sliding Doors
• Covers cut edge of steel around openings.
Screen
Unit White or
Brown
14ʼ
16ʼ
ASTRAGAL
TRIM
10' Lengths; SO 156-6721
POST
FRAME
WINDOWS
SKU# 156-6653
SKU# 156-6666
ASTRAGAL TRIM
Steel Panel
Corner
Post
155-8659
10ʼ
12ʼ
Jamb
Pole
J-Trim
1
2
• To be used with Midwest all steel frame
sliding door systems. • Covers the edge of the door.
L-6 Fascia
SKU# 156-5285
SKU# 156-5298
SKU# 156-5308
HEM
TRIM
1
2
2
12ʼ
14ʼ
16ʼ
Slide on Roof
Sections
Soffit
Shear
Panel
Shear
All Steel frame
Sliding Doors
1 12
60”(W) x 20”(H)
Rough Opening
2
1
4
135°
2
1
318
10' lengths; SO 155-5907
SLIDING DOOR
SINGLE TRACK COVER
160°
VERTICAL
DOOR TRIM
TRIM
Door
Jamb
1 12
1
2
VERTICAL DOOR TRIM
Used as trim for sliding doors
and service doors.
Jamb
DOOR
Post
JAMB
9ʼ
SKU# 156-5269
10ʼ Wht SKU# 156-5243
10ʼ
SKU# 156-5272
• Conceals sliding door header at door opening.
10' lengths; SO 155-5871
Pro-Rib: 155-8548
Pro-Snap: 155-9858
DOOR
JAMB TRIM
3
12' 156-7092
14' 156-7144
• Premium Vented Closure Strip
• 40 Year Limited Warranty • Conforms to roof pitch 2/12-20/12
• Industrial strength adhesive for permanent installation
• Will not crack, clog or rust • Will not dent or scratch paint finish
3
• An Attractive
Detail Trim for
Inside Corners
• Provides
larger coverage
when needed.
3 78
Ridge Ventilation
3
4
INSIDE
CORNER
TRIM
OVERDOOR
TRACKBOARD
TRIM
• Conceals single 2 x 4 portion of trackboard header.
Track
Support
5
1
2
Track
2
Track
Board
155°
VENTED CL
OSURE ST
RIP FOR RI
DGECAP:
Pro-Rib
• Die cut to match Pro-Rib or Pro-Snap panels.
ROOF PANEL
• Each closure has an adhesive strip for fast installation.
• Dovetailed ends to eliminate gaps.
In: 155-8616
• Closed cells will not absorb moisture.
Out: 155-8603
ENDWALL
INSIDE
• Inside closure strips are used under the panel, i.e. eaves.
CLOSURE
SIDEWALL
• Outside closure strips are used on top of panel, i.e. ridge.
160°
OVERDOOR TRACKBOARD TRIM
112 2 12
SINGLE TRACK
BOARD TRIM
TRACK
COVER
13
16
8' 156-7076
10' 156-7089
10ʼ Lengths; SO 156-4710
Track
Gambrel
Truss
150°
13
3 16
1
4 Hem 4
114
SINGLE
TRACK
BOARD TRIM
Gambrel Pro-Rib Roof Steel Panels
Truss
Hem
10ʼ lengths
156-4765
INSIDE
CORNER
HEM
2x4 SPF
Purlins
SKU# 156-7005
SKU# 156-7021
• Used at the hip and
flared overhang joint
Inside
on a gambrel roof.
Gambrel
Break Trim
10' Lengths; SO
150°
156-7238
1
1
2
• Used as a break on vertical
wall steel for eavelites/wainscot.
13
16
Outside
Gambrel
Break Trim
156-7267
7
8
158
Sidewall
Steel
3
4
Used to trim
openings on
Mini-warehouse
overhead
doorways.
OUTSIDE &
INSIDE GAMBREL
BREAK TRIM
155°
OUTSIDE
CLOSURE
ROOF PANEL
118
2
9ʼ 6”
10ʼ 6”
SKU# 156-6909
SKU# 156-6967
SKU# 156-6983
343
4
HEMMED D-2 TRIM
2
Post
MM Truss
Mini-Warehouse
Frame
RIDGECAP
118
5
8
Sidewall Steel
Panel
• To be used where there is a lean-to type
1 roof sloping, away from the vertical wall.
150°
3
4
3
4
CLOSURE STRIPS
118
MINI WAREHOUSE
TRIM
Hem ENDWALL
150°
13
16
43/4”
MINI-WAREHOUSE
TRIM
Step 1. Draw your custom trim design noting dimension,
angles, and finished (color) side of your trim design.
Hereʼs an
A hem bend requires
Example:
o
a minimum 1/2” of
90
4"
o
steel and is counted
Finished
45
as 2 bends.
1"
½"
side
2"
1"
45
o
Step 2. Add up the dimensions and count the bends
required to make your trim design. Continuing our
Example: 4” + 2” + 1” + 1” = 8” Steel Required and 3
o
o
bends (1 bend at 90 + 2 bends at 45 )
Step 3. Calculate the cost with Menardʼs price book.
Stock widths are 4", 6", 8", 10", 11", 12", & 20";
maximum length is 16'.
• Prepainted 29 gauge steel construction.
• Slide on metal connectors for roof and wall sections.
• Weatherproof louver side vents.
• Bird screen included for mounting over roof cutout.
• 4/12 pitch flashing included
• Shipped unassembled.
• Mix or match any color of roof, corner post, louvered sides,
and flashing color.
• Includes threaded base for cupola sold below.
• Available in All 25 Trim Colors
24X24X30 4/12 156-9401
36X36X45 4/12 156-9427
24X24X30 Special Pitch 156-9435
36X36X45 Special Pitch 156-9445
4/12 Pitch
Stocked
*Other Pitches
Available
Flashing
Standard flashing
Nail flange on
outside
CARRIAGE
COW
DUCK
EAGLE
HOG
HORSE
PHEASANT
RETRIEVER
ROOSTER
SAILBOAT
156-9508
156-9472
156-9480
156-9476
156-9474
156-9469
156-9470
156-9478
156-9485
156-9524
• Hand cast aluminum with satin black
enamel finish for maintenance-free service.
Will not attach directly to your roof.