{"id":13668,"date":"2026-01-28T13:53:24","date_gmt":"2026-01-28T13:53:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.symons.be\/?p=13668"},"modified":"2026-01-28T13:53:24","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T13:53:24","slug":"installing-symons-metal-frames-quickly-and-correctly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.symons.be\/en\/tips-insights\/installing-symons-metal-frames-quickly-and-correctly\/","title":{"rendered":"INSTALLING SYMONS METAL FRAMES QUICKLY AND CORRECTLY"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][nectar_animated_title heading_tag=&#8221;h3&#8243; style=&#8221;color-strip-reveal&#8221; color=&#8221;Accent-Color&#8221; text=&#8221;INSTALLING SYMONS METAL FRAMES QUICKLY AND CORRECTLY&#8221;][vc_column_text text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]Fire-rated metal frames are essential for building safety. They ensure that fire-rated doors and walls perform correctly in the event of a fire. Correct installation is crucial to guarantee fire resistance and compliance with building regulations. In this blog you will learn how to install fire-rated metal frames quickly and correctly.[\/vc_column_text][nectar_animated_title heading_tag=&#8221;h3&#8243; style=&#8221;color-strip-reveal&#8221; color=&#8221;Accent-Color&#8221; text=&#8221;PREPARATION. MEASURING AND CHECKING.&#8221;][vc_column_text text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]Good preparation prevents errors and saves time.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Check the specifications<\/strong>. Consult the technical data sheet of the frame and confirm that it is suitable for the required fire resistance such as 30 or 60 minutes<\/li>\n<li><strong>Measure the wall opening accurately<\/strong>. The opening must correspond to the frame dimensions while allowing for installation clearance and fire-resistant sealing. Ask for our information on clear opening sizes<\/li>\n<li><strong>Check the underlying structure.<\/strong> Make sure that the wall or supporting structure is solid and stable as a weak substrate can negatively affect fire performance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][nectar_animated_title heading_tag=&#8221;h3&#8243; style=&#8221;color-strip-reveal&#8221; color=&#8221;Accent-Color&#8221; text=&#8221;INSTALLATION OF THE METAL FRAME: DRY INSTALLATION.&#8221;][vc_column_text text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]Depending on the type of frame and the wall construction such as drywall, concrete or masonry the installation method may vary. The following general guidelines apply.<\/p>\n<p>For a <strong>two-part frame<\/strong> with welded corner joints, installation is straightforward because all fixing brackets are pre-mounted on the frame. Install the front section first followed by the rear section. Refer to the technical data sheet for correct installation details.<\/p>\n<p>For a <strong>six-part or multi-part frame<\/strong> with visible mitre joints the frame is assembled using the supplied screws. Each half consists of three parts with pre-mounted fixing brackets. 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