Operable Partition Deflection Requirement
Operable Partition Deflection Requirement
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What is a reasonable deflection (vertical) requirement for operable (folding) partitions? I was told 1/8" by the architect which seems unreasonable for my 34' span (L/3264). Has anyone had sucess hanging from wood trusses?
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RE: Operable Partition Deflection Requirement
The key would be the small gap between the floor and the bottom of the partition and what total deflection could be allowed.
Also, with curvature in deflection, the hinges between the partitions may be susceptible to binding.
But the architect is probably not the one to ask. Ask the manufacturer.
RE: Operable Partition Deflection Requirement
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RE: Operable Partition Deflection Requirement
RE: Operable Partition Deflection Requirement
These criteria seem very stringent, most of the doors I have done were based on L/500 or 3/8" but it is always best practice to ask the manufacturer.
RE: Operable Partition Deflection Requirement