Flex-C Trac Dome
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Dome Information and Material Sheet
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Flex-C Trac Dome
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Dome Information and Material Sheet
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Dome Dimensions
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Est. Weight of Completed Dome (lbs.)
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Dome Span (in.):
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Dome Height (in.):
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Load Capacity (psf.)**:
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Ribs
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Material Type:
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Number of Ribs:
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Make half right and half left facing flanges to allow nesting at top.
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Length of Each Rib (in.):
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Measured along the outside flange of the rib.***
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Radius of Each Rib (in.):
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Outside radius.
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Nominal Rib Spacing (in.):
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Actual Rib Spacing (in.):
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Clips****
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Use one clip per 18 or 16 Flex-C Trac Rib to attach to the tension ring.
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Compression Ring
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Material Type:
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No. of links:
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Ring Inside Radius:
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Tension Ring
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Material Type:
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No. of 10' Pcs. Needed:
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Ring Outside Radius (in.):
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Circumference (in.):
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Assembly Steps
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Step 1 Shape and secure* rib pieces.
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Step 2 Construct compression ring.
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Step 3 Shape and secure* tension ring pieces, construct tension
ring.
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Step 4 Place three ribs in compression ring and tension ring
equal distance apart.
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Step 5 Fill in remaining ribs into all three sections.
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Step 6 Check that all components are fastened securely.
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Step 7 Install dome into place and sheathe.
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* Refer to Flex-Ability Concepts dome drawings DD2-DD9 for instructions regarding
fabrication, securing, and assembly of dome components.
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** Refer to the letter Experimental Study of Flex-C Trac for Dome Applications by
Roger LaBoube/Structural. Engineering dated: 6/29/10.
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*** If using 20 ga. Flex-C Trac add 1 1/8" extra of web length to fold over (for
use as a clip when attaching to the tension ring.)
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**** Clips - Use Simpson Strong-Tie angle clip ML24 or equal.
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Disclaimers:
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Flex-Ability Concepts:
4000 NW 39th St, Ste B
Oklahoma City, OK 73112
Tel: 866-443-3539
E-mail: info@flexabilityconcepts.com |
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