MODULARWALLS Slimwall Classic Post Installation Manual

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INSTALLATION GUIDE

SLIMWALL

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90mm

CLASSIC POST

810280SWC

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Page 1 INSTALLATION GUIDE SLIMWALL ™ 90mm 90mm CLASSIC POST 810280SWC...
Page 2: An Introduction To Slimwall
THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING ONE OF OUR QUALITY PRODUCTS. WE ARE THE INDUSTRY LEADERS IN COST EFFECTIVE, ACOUSTIC AND BOUNDARY WALLS, AND THIS PRODUCT WILL STAND THE TEST OF TIME AND WITHSTAND THE ELEMENTS IF INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THESE GUIDELINES. SLIMWALL™...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS AN INTRODUCTION TO SLIMWALL™ CONTENTS BEFORE YOU START COMPONENTS LIST & TOOLS NEEDED STEP 1: HOLES - DETERMINE BOUNDARY LINE, POST HOLE CENTRES & DEPTHS - FOOTING DEPTHS STEP 2: POSTS - SCREW POSTS TOGETHER - FIXING THE BASE BRACKET TO THE POST - POST FITMENT &...
Page 4: Before You Start
If you are in any doubt please seek independent advice guide are formulated along the lines of good building or contact ModularWalls. We are always happy and practice. They form a “common-sense” approach and available to answer questions regarding installation...
Page 5: Components List & Tools Needed
COMPONENT LIST 1. Post Half 2. Complete Post 3. Support Bracket 4. Joining Profile 8. Wall Panel 6. Capping Channel 7. Double Post Top 5. Post Infill TOOLS NEEDED 5/16” Hex Bit Angle Grinder Drill/Driver Square Spirit Level Shovel Line Marking Paint Caulking Gun Circular Saw String Line...
Page 6: Step 1: Holes
A and B. If you are building your wall in a Cyclonic wind area, on the top of a hill, adjacent to an escarpment, on a ridge, or in terrain category 1, you will need engineering advice beyond the scope of this publication. Please contact ModularWalls directly for this information. SLIMWALL™ INSTALLATION GUIDE...
Page 7: Footing Depths
Rated and suitable for regions A & B, terrain categories 2.5 & 3. 200mm Details above available on request from ModularWalls ™ NOTE: For the two footings adjacent to a non returning ‘free end’ or gate, embedment depth is to be increased by an additional 150mm.
Page 8: Step 2: Posts
STEP 2: POSTS SCREW POSTS TOGETHER Place the two halves of the post on a FLAT surface back to back, align the tops exactly and clamp if necessary. Screw the posts together starting with a double screw at the top approx. 50mm down and then in an off-set pattern at a maximum 300mm centres from then on.
Page 9: Fixing The Base Bracket To The Post
STEP 2: POSTS FIXING THE BASE BRACKETS TO THE POST Attach the panel support bracket into the post with the hex head screws supplied. The measurement from the top of the post should be your final wall height plus 3mm. This 3mm will allow for panel joins plus the thickness of the capping channels.
Page 10: Post Fitment & Alignment
STEP 2: POSTS POST FITMENT & ALIGNMENT Working to a string line on the face of the post, insert the first post into the hole and gradually pour in the concrete (mix as per the manufacturers recommendations). Continually check the post alignment with a spirit level as the concrete is being poured.
Page 11: Spacing Consecutive Posts
STEP 2: POSTS SPACING CONSECUTIVE POSTS The centre to centre measurement of 2420mm is to allow 10mm per side clearance for a full-length panel. We recommend that you cut a “spacer” bar at around 2417mm long and push it hard against the back of the posts as pictured below.
Page 12: Step 3: Panels
STEP 3: PANELS FITTING THE CAPPING CHANNEL TO THE BOTTOM PANEL The capping channel will be slightly shorter than the panel to allow it to be guided down the post easily so it does not collide with the heads of the tek screws. Apply ‘FLEXIT’ or similar along the 90 degree radiuses (as pictured below).
Page 13: Inserting The Wall Panels
STEP 3: PANELS INSERTING THE WALL PANELS Make sure the base bracket is free of debris. Then with one person at either end, lift the panel vertically and insert into the top rebates of the post. You may need a small platform to stand on to achieve the required height. The first panel will have the capping channel installed so the initial part will be tight to insert as the post is trying to ‘stretch’...
Page 14: Joining Profile
STEP 3: PANELS JOINING PROFILE Insert the joining profile into the bottom panel making sure it is seated all the way down against the polystyrene core. USING EXPRESSED JOINTS? If you are using the Expressed Joint feature, please refer to page 19 for specific bracket instructions. SLIMWALL™...
Page 15: Inserting Consecutive Panels
STEP 3: PANELS INSERTING CONSECUTIVE PANELS Guide the second panel down on top of the base panel and press down to align the panels together with the joining profile. NOTE: If they do not align correctly with light downward pressure it may be necessary to ‘tap’ the top panel downusing a heavy block of wood in a ‘pivoted slapping action’...
Page 16: Step 4: Finishing
STEP 4: FINISHING TOP CAPPING CHANNEL Once the top panel has been installed you can now install the top capping channel. With a correctly spaced post, the capping channel will not need trimming to length. It will fit inside the post at either end by approximately 5mm - 7mm from the face of the post.
Page 17: Post Infills
STEP 4: FINISHING POST INFILLS Use a post infill to hide any exposed recesses in the posts; these occur at the end posts and where there are steps in your SlimWall. These are designed to be inserted vertically with a small amount of force. NOTE: Where your wall is stepped, this insert can be cut to size to suit the step and inserted in the exposed recess.
Page 18: Fitting The Post Tops
STEP 4: FINISHING FITTING THE POST TOPS Trial fit the post top to assure correct alignment before applying any adhesive. Don’t insert all the way as you risk damage upon removal. Providing correct fitment is achieved apply a small amount of liquid nails (or similar) to the inside surfaces of the post that the post top legs will contact.
Page 19: Additional
ADDITIONAL EXPRESSED JOINTS BETWEEN PANELS An Expressed Joint is used to create an architectural feature by providing a 10mm rebate between horizontal panels. See example below of an 1800mm high SlimWall with Expressed Joints. This 1800mm high SlimWall is made up of 3 x 600mm panels.
Page 20: Stepping Or Raking Your Wall
ADDITIONAL STEPPING OR RAKING YOUR WALL This will generally be the most complex part of any installation. Please take the time to draw it out on a piece of paper before setting any posts in the ground. Having to remove posts that are concreted in can be very disheartening! And remember we are always here to help you get it right so if you are unsure please ask.
Page 21 ADDITIONAL STEPPING OR RAKING YOUR WALL STEPPING METHOD 1 - MAINTAINING A MINIMUM 1800MM WALL HEIGHT As pictured below it should be noted that you will be left with a void at the low end of the slope but you will maintain a minimum 1800mm wall height.
Page 22 ADDITIONAL STEPPING OR RAKING YOUR WALL STEPPING METHOD 2 – RAKE/CUT YOUR BOTTOM PANEL TO THE SLOPE USING 1800MM WORTH OF WALL PANELS You will maintain a maximum height of 1800mm wall height – As pictured below it should be noted that your wall height at the high side of the slope will be reduced by the amount of the rake –...
Page 23 ADDITIONAL STEPPING OR RAKING YOUR WALL STEPPING METHOD 3 – RAKE/CUT YOUR BOTTOM PANEL TO THE SLOPE USING 2100MM WORTH OF WALL PANELS TO MAINTAIN A MINIMUM 1800MM WALL HEIGHT. You will maintain a maximum height of 1800mm wall height – As pictured below it should be noted that your wall height at the high side of the slope will be increased by the amount of the rake –...
Page 24: Cutting Posts, Trims & Panels
ADDITIONAL CUTTING POSTS, TRIMS & PANELS CUTTING POSTS AND TRIMS If you need to cut a post for any reason, please take note of the following: • Be sure to wear appropriate safety wear, such as safety goggles and ear muffs. •...
Page 25: Slimwall™ Retaining Panel
ADDITIONAL SLIMWALL™ RETAINING PANEL SlimWall retaining can be simplified into four easy steps: STEP 1 - Set out your SlimWall as you would for a normal installation. STEP 2 - Any post that will be used for retaining needs to have reinforcing sleeves incorporated when the posts are being screwed together.
Page 26 ADDITIONAL SLIMWALL™ RETAINING PANEL RETAINING INSTALLATION STRUCTURAL STRENGHTENING OF STANDARD SLIMWALL POSTS Step 2 of this installation guide (page 7) instructs on the correct methodology of screwing the SlimWall post halves together. During this step, any post that will be performing a retaining function will need the addition of structural strengthening sleeves installed as per drawing number SWR1 and SWR2 which can be found later in this guide.
Page 27 ADDITIONAL SLIMWALL™ RETAINING PANEL FIXING OF A STAINLESS STEEL CAPPING CHANNEL TO THE BASE OF THE SLIMWALL RETAINING PANEL Step 6 of this installation guide (page 11) instructs on the correct methodology for installing the base capping channel. This channel when used on the base of a retaining panel must be Stainless Steel. NOTE: Stainless Steel Capping Channels for the base of this panel will be automatically supplied as part of yor material kit when a TerraFirm50 retaining panel is supplied.
Page 28 ADDITIONAL SLIMWALL™ RETAINING PANEL SWR1 SLIMWALL™ INSTALLATION GUIDE...
Page 29 ADDITIONAL SLIMWALL™ RETAINING PANEL SWR2 SLIMWALL™ INSTALLATION GUIDE...
Page 30 ADDITIONAL SLIMWALL™ RETAINING PANEL CONSTRUCTION PARAMETERS The following conditions must be observed for all SlimWall installations with retained soils: Soil height - Maximum soil height that can be retained = 500mm (typical) or 2.5 kPa surcharge load. Wall height - Maximum wall height above upper ground level = 1800mm (wind region dependant).
Page 31 ADDITIONAL SLIMWALL™ RETAINING PANEL The SlimWall retaining system has requirements that are no different to any other retaining wall of similar size. The process of properly finishing the back of your wall is done in 3 easy steps: - Coating/sealing - Drainage - Backfilling The materials and procedure for each of these steps is described below.
Page 32 ADDITIONAL SLIMWALL™ RETAINING PANEL BACKFILLING Incorrect materials and method used to backfill behind the wall can cause damage to the wall. Allow suitable time for the concrete footings to cure before backfilling. 2 days should be acceptable for most installations. The agricultural line is then placed onto this layer.
Page 33 ADDITIONAL SLIMWALL™ RETAINING PANEL SLIMWALL™ INSTALLATION GUIDE...
Page 34: Notes
NOTES: SLIMWALL™ INSTALLATION GUIDE...
Page 35 NOTES: SLIMWALL™ INSTALLATION GUIDE...
Page 36 WITH A REPUTATION FOR QUALITY AND INNOVATION, MODULARWALLS ® PROVIDED REVOLUTIONARY WAYS TO CREATE STYLISH AND COST-EFFECTIVE WALLS AND FENCING. 7 DAY A WEEK TECHNICAL AND INSTALLATION ADVICE IS AVAILABLE BY PHONING 1300 556 957 AND SELECT THE AFTER HOURS OPTION...