Technical Statement
Product Description
Scope of use
CS BraceWall has been appraised for
use as sliding doors in internal locations. The system provides wall bracing in
buildings within the scope of NZ 3604.
Where the
CS BraceWall door is not full height an infill panel, constructed in accordance
with the Technical Literature, must be installed above the door.
New Zealand Building Code (NZBC)
The product will, if employed in accordance with the supplier's installation and maintenance requirements, assist with meeting the following provisions of the building code:
- Clause B1 Structure: Performance B1.3.1, B1.3.2, B1.3.3, B1.3.3(a), B1.3.3(f), B1.3.3(h), B1.3.3(j)
- Clause B2 Durability: Performance B2.3.1, B2.3.1(a), B2.3.1(b), B2.3.1(c)
- Clause F2 Hazardous building materials: Performance F2.3.1
Notes
Bracing resistance is provided by bracing element ratings determined in accordance with NZS3604, Paragraph 8.3.1.2. NZ3604 is an Acceptable Solution for compliance with New Zealand Building Code Clause B1 Structure.
Supporting evidence
The product has and can make available the following additional evidence to support the above statements:
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BRANZ Appraisal
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Use in Service History
CS Cavity Sliders have been successfully
used in commercial, residential and institutional projects in New Zealand and
Australia since 1986. CS Cavity Sliders are backed by a 10 Year Written
Guarantee.
Product Criteria
Design requirements
Refer
to the CS FOR DOORS Specification Guide for design parameters. Units can be
supplied with timber jambs or prefinished powdercoated aluminium jambs in a
variety of colours.
CS BraceWall cavity sliders are designed to fit standard stud walls (nominally 90 mm).
An
intermediate stud is included in the framing for stability in all units for
doors wider than 920 mm.
Installation requirements
CS Cavity Sliders must be installed in accordance with the
manufacturer's installation instructions. Lintels over the full trim size
(opening and pocket) should be sized to ensure that no load is applied to
the door assembly. Lintels to NZS3604 are acceptable for door weights up to
75kg per metre width of door. Specific design required when the door weight
exceeds 75kg per metre. Track must be fitted level and straight and fixed to the lintel through the pre-drilled holes in the track. Refer to CS FOR DOORS detailed
instructions for preparation and finishing of the door opening and final
door installation. This product must be installed in accordance with the instructions. Failure to do so will void the warranty and accreditation of the bracing rating.
Where the CS BraceWall door
is not full height an infill panel, constructed in accordance with the
Technical Literature, must be installed above the door.
Maintenance requirements
Refer
to CS FOR DOORS detailed instructions on powder coated aluminium product
maintenance. Under normal circumstances, CS Cavity Sliders require no
maintenance.
In
high use situations, the carriages will eventually need replacing. Replacement
carriages and instructions on replacement are available from CS FOR DOORS.
Any
service requirements should be referred to one of our four branches
Warrantees
10 year warranty on CS Cavity
Sliders
Environmental
CS FOR DOORS is 100% New Zealand owned and all products are 100% New
Zealand made.
CS FOR DOORS operates a zero waste policy with all metal offcuts and
waste recycled. Timber components are made from pine from sustainable
resources.
Relationships
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New Zealand Made |
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Date last validated:
07 July 2020 |
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Date last updated:
07 July 2020 |