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Metal that works Industrial shelving solutions since 1954 2020 Installation Guide – E-Series Widespan Strength • Support • Integrity *A minimum of two persons is recommended to carry out the assembly 2020-07...
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METALWARE NOTICE Use caution when handling and assembling metal parts. The metal may have sharp edges or corners. The use of protective gloves is recommended. Do not use this unit for anything that is outside the designed function of storage. Do not store loose or heavy items on the top shelves or on the top of the unit, for they create a falling hazard that can injure yourself or others.
Table of Contents Recommended Tools for Assembly ................4 How to Assemble a Standard E-Series Widespan Shelving Unit ......5 Sub-Assembly Component Reference Guide .............. 9 a. Footplate ........................9 b. Splice bracket ......................9 c. Frame connector ....................10 d.
Tools for Assembly Below is a list of recommended tools to assemble a standard E-Series Widespan Shelving Unit. Large, flat head screwdriver to bend the locking tabs on the frame connectors ” key and socket wrench to attach the footplates to the posts ”...
E-Series Widespan Installation Guide *Please refer to Overview of E-Series Widespan Components on page 18 before assembly Begin with the post held Insert the frame connectors Connect posts. upright on the ground. on the side of the post with the Repeat step 2.
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Align the notches once both sides are in the slots of the post. Use a rubber mallet to secure the beam in place. www.metalware.ca (514) 937-9533 / (833) 937-9533 / info@metalware.ca 6/20 2020-07...
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Install the tie bars across the beams. For all 96” beams, please ensure to use the triangular tie bars. Install the shelves. The unit is now complete. www.metalware.ca (514) 937-9533 / (833) 937-9533 / info@metalware.ca 7/20 2020-07...
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To join 2 posts vertically, bolt a splice bracket to either side of the posts at the joint. When splicing back-to-back units, only 1 more splice bracket is required. www.metalware.ca (514) 937-9533 / (833) 937-9533 / info@metalware.ca 8/20 2020-07...
● Splice brackets are used to connect two posts vertically ● The C-shaped splice brackets are made of 7” long, 12ga steel ● They clamp onto the post with (2x) 5/16”-18UNC x 1-3/4” carriage bolts and nuts www.metalware.ca (514) 937-9533 / (833) 937-9533 / info@metalware.ca 9/20 2020-07...
● They are made of 14ga painted steel d. Beams ● Beams are used to support the shelf level ● They are made of 14ga painted steel www.metalware.ca (514) 937-9533 / (833) 937-9533 / info@metalware.ca 10/20 2020-07...
● They are made of 14ga painted steel ● Triangular tie bars can only be used with heavy duty beams ● They slide in between the beams Metalware.ca (514) 937-9533 / (833) 937-9533 / info@metalware.ca 11/20 2020-07...
Flat wire mesh ● Flat wire meshes sit on the beam, tightening with the handle on the beam ● They are made of 2” x 2” x 1/8” steel wire www.metalware.ca (514) 937-9533 / (833) 937-9533 / info@metalware.ca 12/20 2020-07...
● Wood shelves are sized to sit on the beam. tightening with the handle on the beam ● *A minimum of 5/8” industrial grade particle wood, cut to nominal dimensions, is recommended www.metalware.ca (514) 937-9533 / (833) 937-9533 / info@metalware.ca 13/20 2020-07...
● The tabs slide into the slots on the side of the post ● The tabs cannot be placed at the same level as the beam as they used the same slots www.metalware.ca (514) 937-9533 / (833) 937-9533 / info@metalware.ca 14/20 2020-07...
● Shelf tie connectors add integrity and rigidity to the beam ● They are made of 14ga steel ● Shelf tie connectors are bolted through the shelf with (2x) 1/4”-20UNC x 5/8” bolts and nuts www.metalware.ca (514) 937-9533 / (833) 937-9533 / info@metalware.ca 15/20 2020-07...
● Floor supports are used to support the floor channel ● They are made of 12ga steel ● Floor supports are bolted through the post with (3x) 3/8”-16UNC x 3-1/2” bolts and nuts Metalware.ca (514) 937-9533 / (833) 937-9533 / info@metalware.ca 16/20 2020-07...
● The steps are then bolted together other with (1x) 5/16”-18UNC X 1-1/2” bolt and nut ● The stairs are anchored onto the floor with (2x) 3/8” x 3” bolts and nuts ● On the top end, the stair’s handle attaches onto the floor channel www.metalware.ca (514) 937-9533 / (833) 937-9533 / info@metalware.ca 17/20 2020-07...
Heavy beam 2” Wood shelf size: Wood shelves are 1/8” smaller on the depth and width. Example : 24” x 48” unit will take a 23 7/8” x 47 7/8” shelf. www.metalware.ca (514) 937-9533 / (833) 937-9533 / info@metalware.ca 18/20 2020-07...
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