Report UNI PAN SELF SUPPORT SYSTEM
Series U901 Unispan For use with Accordion Partitions
PRODUCT OVERVIEW:
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The Unispan self-support system allows the use of manually
operated accordion partitions in buildings with inadequate
support to accommodate the hanging weight of accordion
partitions.
Consisting of a horizontal truss and two support columns, the
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system attaches to the building for lateral support only. It can
be relocated if the owner wishes to reconfigure the space in
the future.
Approximate Maximum Opening Width to: 39'9"[12.09m] The truss accommodates sound baffle panels and insulation
Approximate Maximum Height to: 122"[[3.7m] for areas requiring sound control.
Approximate Maximum Partition Height to: 10'2"[3.1m]
Maximum widths and heights are determined by the weight of the partition used
in the Unispan. Contact your Hufcor Representative for specific requirements.
PART 1-GENERAL Unispan is attached to the building structure for lateral support only. The
1.01 DESCRIPTION load of the truss and partition is supported by the Unispan column posts.
A.General Bolt together truss has anodized aluminum top and bottom cords with
1. Furnish and install self-support truss system for use with accordion integral anodized aluminum track and steel web-members.
partitions. 2. Posts. End columns shall be 2-1/2"x 5"[63.5 x 127]clear anodized
aluminum posts. Posts shall be attached to the truss with steel brackets
1.02 RELATED WORK BY OTHERS and bolts. Posts shall be anchored to the floor with concealed fasteners.
A.Preparation of opening will be by General Contractor. Any deviation of site Posts shall be located approximately 1-1/2"[38]from adjacent wall
conditions contrary to approved shop drawings must be called to the attention surfaces. The space between the post and the adjacent wall shall be
of the architect. fitted with a vinyl gasket to inhibit sound.
B.All header,blocking,lateral bracing,surrounding insulation,and sound baffles 3. Ceiling anchors provide lateral support and shall be set at intervals
as required in 1.04 Quality Assurance. across the span of the beam. Blocking for ceiling anchors to be provided
C.Paint or otherwise finishing all trim and other materials adjoining the Unispan. by others in accordance with the plans.
1.03 SUBMITTALS B.Weight of the system
A.Complete shop drawings are to be provided prior to fabrication indicating 1.The horizontal truss shall weigh 10-12 lbs.per lineal foot of width.
construction and installation details. Shop drawings must be submitted within 2. The support columns shall weigh 3.5 lbs.per foot of height each.
60 days after receipt of signed contract. 3. The floor shall support a maximum of 360 psi at each post.
C.Finishes
1.04 QUALITY ASSURANCE 1. Exposed trim and track shall be of clear anodized architectural grade
A.Preparation of the opening shall conform to the criteria set forth per ASTM extruded aluminum alloy 6063-T6.
E557 Standard Practice for Architectural Application and Installation of 2. Posts shall be of clear anodized architectural grade extruded aluminum
Partitions. alloy 6063-T6.
B.The Unispan system shall be validated by calculations performed by a D.Available Accessories/Options
licensed Professional Engineer. 1. Medium Density Fiberboard Header Side Panels(to cover sides of truss
C.The manufacturer shall have a quality system that is registered to the ISO if it is below the ceiling).
9001 standards. a.Vinyl covered. Color to be selected from partition manufacturer's
standard line.
1.05 PRODUCT DELIVERY,STORAGE,AND HANDLING b.Carpet covered. Color to be selected from partition manufacturer's
A.Proper storage of Unispan system before installation and continued protection standard line.
during and after installation will be the responsibility of the General Contractor. c.Fabric covered. Color to be selected from partition manufacturer's
1.06 WARRANTY standard line.
A.Partition system shall be guaranteed for a period of two years against defects d.Unfinished for field finishing.
in material and workmanship,excluding abuse. e.Mineral wool insulation for sound retardation.
PART 2-PRODUCTS 2.03 OPERATION
2.01 ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURERS A.Accordion partitions installed in the Unispan system shall be center stacked,
A.Upon compliance with all of the criteria specified in this section,Manufacturers and manually operated.
wishing to bid products equal to the product specified must submit to the B.Unispan may be disassembled and relocated to an alternate location as
architect 10 days prior to bidding complete data in support of compliance and needed.
a list of three past installations of products similar to those listed. The
submitting manufacturer guarantees the proposed substituted product PART 3-EXECUTION
complies with the performance items specified and as detailed on the A.Installation.
drawings. The complete installation of the Unispan self-support system shall be by an
authorized factory-trained installer and be in strict accordance with the
2.02 MATERIALS approved shop drawings and manufacturer's standard printed specifications,
A.Product to be Hufcor Series U901 Unispan as manufactured by Hufcor Inc. instructions,and recommendations.
1.The supporting truss shall be factory fabricated of steel and aluminum. B.Cleaning
1.All surfaces shall be wiped clean and free of handprints,grease,and soil.
2. Cartoning and other installation debris shall be removed to onsite waste
10HUFCOR collection area,provided by others
Figures in brackets [ ]are in millimeters unless otherwise noted. 1
DETAILS - No Scale Unispan Self-Support System, Series U901
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LATERAL SUPPORT CHANNEL Side Panels
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ANCHOR POST #222 MALE POST& ANCHOR POST
#232 FEMALE POST
Stack Size: To determine the stack depth,refer to the specifications for the accordion partition model used in the
Unispan. Remember to also add 4"[102]for the support column(a/k/a post).
Worldwide headquarters:
Hufcor Inc. The manufacturer reserves the
P.O. Box 591 right to improve and change No Scale
Janesville,WI USA 53547 product without notice.
1-800-542-2371 ext.214; 1-608-756-1241
FAX: 1-608-758-8253 Select Hufcor products are also manufactured in the U.S.at:
E-mail: info@hufcor.com Hufcor/Airwall, Inc., 8739 E.Artesia Blvd., Bellflower, CA 90707
Internet address:http://www.hufcor.com 1-562-634-3116 FAX 1-562-630-8203
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3/8" X 2 1/2"
LAG SCREW
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SUPPORT FOOT
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WEDGE ANCHOR O
(CEMENT FLOOR)