HOLLOW AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARD

METAL
MANUAL
ANSI/
NAAMM HMMA 840 -17
0 8 11 13 Hollow Metal Doors and Frames

GUIDE SPECIFICATION
FOR RECEIPT, STORAGE
AND INSTALLATION
OF HOLLOW METAL
DOORS AND FRAMES

SIXTH EDITION
November 1, 2017

Includes Errata information:

Number changed at red line on page 21, title
of standard in footer corrected (9/18/18)

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NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF
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 Hollow Metal Manufacturers Association
Division of the National Association of Architectural Metal Manufacturers

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS
PART 1 - GENERAL.....................................................................................................................................1
1.01 INTRODUCTION.....................................................................................................................................1
1.02 RELATED DOCUMENTS.........................................................................................................................1

PART 2 - RECEIVING AND STORAGE OF MATERIAL..................................................................2

2.01 RECEIVING MATERIAL...........................................................................................................................2
2.02 ON SITE STORAGE.................................................................................................................................2

PART 3 - INSTALLATION OF FRAMES................................................................................................4

3.01 GENERAL...............................................................................................................................................4
3.02 PRIOR TO INSTALLATION.......................................................................................................................5
3.03 INSTALLATION TOLERANCES................................................................................................................5
3.04 TYPICAL INSTALLATION PROCEDURES................................................................................................7
3.05 FLOOR ANCHORS...............................................................................................................................11
3.06 WALL CONSTRUCTION AND APPROPRIATE ANCHORS..................................................................12
3.06.01 MASONRY WALLS.............................................................................................................13
3.06.02 STEEL STUD WALLS............................................................................................................15
3.06.03 WOOD STUD WALLS.........................................................................................................17
3.06.04 EXISTING MASONRY WALLS.............................................................................................19
3.06.05 POURED IN PLACE OR TILT UP CONCRETE WALLS .......................................................20
3.06.06 COMPLETED DRY WALL ..................................................................................................21
3.07 GROUTING OF FRAMES......................................................................................................................23
3.08 FIELD SPLICING....................................................................................................................................23

PART 4 - HANGING OF DOORS ......................................................................................................24

4.01 GENERAL.............................................................................................................................................24
4.02 OPERATIONAL CLEARANCES............................................................................................................25
4.03 CARE AFTER INSTALLATION................................................................................................................25

PART 5 - APPENDICES..........................................................................................................................A1
GROUTING OF HOLLOW METAL FRAMES .......................................................................................A1
DEFINING UNDERCUTS ....................................................................................................................A2
PAINTING HOLLOW METAL PRODUCTS .........................................................................................A4

ANSI/NAAMM HMMA 840-17 STORAGE AND INSTALLATION OF HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES
 PART 1 - GENERAL
1.01 INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this guide specification is to describe the essential requirements for the receipt, storage,
handling and installation of hollow metal door and frame products. Proper installation of the product is as
important as the quality of the manufacturing.
The installation of doors and frames is a trade demanding care and skill if the assembly is to operate and
perform properly. Care in manufacturing does not, in itself, guarantee satisfactory performance. Even the best
designed and most carefully constructed doors and frames will not function properly if installed incorrectly.
The hollow metal manufacturer is a material supplier, not a subcontractor. The manufacturer does not provide
for the installation of their product in the building, but only shipment in good condition from the factory.
It is essential that material is properly stored prior to installation and good installation skills are exercised in
the setting of frames and hanging of doors. Should a problem occur most member companies of the Hollow
Metal Manufacturer’s Association Division of NAAMM have their own field representatives who are qualified
not only to do expert repair work but to determine whether the fault lies with the manufacturer or with some
other party.
1.02 RELATED DOCUMENTS

The documents listed are referenced by basic designation only. The edition of a document is
deemed to be that in effect on the publication date of this document, unless noted otherwise.
If a more recent document is available the specifier should verify its applicability to this
standard prior to inclusion.
A. ANSI/SDI A.250.11 Recommended Erection Instructions for Steel Frames
B. ANSI/NAAMM HMMA 801 Glossary of Terms for Hollow Metal Doors and Frames
C. ANSI/NAAMM HMMA 841 Tolerances and Clearances for Commercial Hollow Metal Doors and
Frames
D. NAAMM HMMA 820 Hollow Metal Frames
E. NFPA 80 Standard for Fire Doors and Other Opening Protectives
F. SDI-122 Installation & Troubleshooting Guide for Standard Steel Doors and Frames
G. HMMA-820 TN01-03 Grouting Hollow Metal Frames
H. HMMA-810 TN01-03 Defining Undercuts
I. HMMA-840 TN01-07 Painting Hollow Metal Products

2 STORAGE AND INSTALLATION OF HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES ANSI/NAAMM HMMA 840-17
 PART 2 - RECEIVING AND STORAGE OF MATERIAL
2.01 RECEIVING MATERIAL
Upon delivery, hollow metal products must be thoroughly inspected for damage by the receiving party able
to judge acceptability and who has the authority to sign for the materials acceptability. When provided, follow
the manufacturer’s instructions for receiving material. Cardboard and other wrappings are to be removed for
inspection. In all cases damaged product deemed to be unacceptable, must be noted on the Bill of Lading.
Claims of freight damage will not be honored by the freight carrier unless the damaged items are noted on the
Bill of Lading at the time of delivery. In addition the hollow metal supplier must also be notified immediately,
in writing, so that the supplier and manufacturer can participate in recommending the best course of action.
Under no circumstances should material be refused without contacting the party responsible for shipping the
material. When material is damaged the freight carrier must be requested to do an inspection of the damage.
This procedure will help expedite the repair or replacement of the damaged items and the processing of the
damage claim with the freight carrier.
During shipping and handling minor surface scratches and/or scuffing may occur. These areas must be
promptly cleaned, finished smooth and touched up by the receiving party with a direct to metal (DTM) rust
inhibitive primer. Touching up damaged areas with DTM primer that is comparable to the manufacturers and
compatible with the finish paint specified will prevent rusting and maximize finish paint adhesion.

2.02 ON SITE STORAGE

Proper storage of hollow metal products at the construction site will prevent damage. Cardboard and other
wrappings are to be removed to promote air circulation. Steel products that have not been finished painted
must be protected from exposure to conditions such as high humidity, salt air, rain, snow, etc. The factory
applied primer on steel products is porous to properly receive and hold finish paint. Water or moisture in
contact with primer coated steel will seep through to the steel. An electrolytic action then follows, resulting
in corrosion and causing the paint film to lose adhesion. The presence of oxygen at the water-air interface
behind the loosened paint film accelerates corrosive action. The prime coat further deteriorates and rust
begins to form.
Even when zinc coated steel is used to provide corrosion resistance, manufacturers of hollow metal door
and frame products have found that one week of product exposure to water, due to improper storage, can
be equivalent to at least a year of outdoor exposure to the elements.
NOTE: Paint manufacturers advise that the primer typically used by hollow metal manufacturers should
receive a finish coat of paint within 30 days of delivery. It is the responsibility of the General Contractor to
sand, touch up and clean prime painted surfaces prior to finish painting in accordance with the finish paint
manufacturer’s instructions.
When storing hollow metal doors and frames at the job site the following procedures must be followed.
1. All material must be stored in a dry area. It must not be exposed to moisture.
2. 
Do not use non-vented plastic or canvas to cover hollow metal product. These materials
trapmoisture creating a humidity chamber, which promotes deterioration of the primer and
corrosion of base metal.
3. Store doors and frames in an upright position. Figures 1 and 2

ANSI/NAAMM HMMA 840-17 STORAGE AND INSTALLATION OF HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES 3
 WOOD
WOOD PLANKING
PLANKING

WOOD
WOOD PLANKING
FIGURE 1 PLANKING
FIGURE 2
FRAME STORAGE FRAME STORAGE

4. Place no more than 5 doors or 3-sided welded frames in a group to minimize the likelihood of
damage due to excess handling. Special care and consideration must be given to multi-opening
frames, transom, sidelight window assemblies and frames with special profiles.
5. Place all material on planking or blocking at least 4 in. (100 mm) off the ground, 2 in. (50 mm) off a
paved area or the floor slab.
6. Provide space between all units to permit air circulation.

PART 3 - INSTALLATION OF FRAMES

3.01 GENERAL
Welded door frames are checked at the factory to ensure that they are square and free of twist during
fabrication. Temporary steel spreaders are attached at the jamb bases to minimize misalignment or other
damage during shipping and handling. The spreaders are for shipping and handling purposes only and must
be removed before installing the frame.
At no time are the spreaders to be left in during installation.
In spite of precautions, frames can and sometimes do arrive at the job site with minor alignment deviations.
It is normal that minor deviations from true form and alignment are to be corrected at time of installation by
the contractor responsible.
Install hollow metal products using persons experienced and trained in the handling and installation of hollow
metal products, having successfully accomplished installations of similar scope and size. They need to be
able to read and understand architectural plans and specified hardware requirements.

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 3.02 PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
The installer is to perform the following prior to installation:
1. The area of the floor on which the frame is to be installed and the path of the door swing to be
checked for flatness and levelness. Permissible tolerance is +/- 1/16 in. (1.5mm). If the floor
exceeds this, it is the general contractor’s responsibility to correct the area that is out of tolerance
before the frame is installed.
2. F
 rame is to be checked for correct opening number, size, swing, material thickness, fire rating and
hardware requirements. If product does not comply with contract documents do not install and
contact supplier.
3. R
 emove temporary steel spreaders from welded frames. Marks caused by the removal of spreader
bars to be restored and refinished using direct to metal primer.
4. W
 hen knock-down frames are used, the manufacturer’s recommended assembly procedures must
be followed.
3.03 INSTALLATION TOLERANCES
During the installation of the frame, check the opening width, opening height, squareness, alignment, twist
and plumbness. Permissible frame product installation tolerances are to be maintained within the following
limits: See Figure 3.
Opening width – Measured horizontally from rabbet to rabbet at top, middle and bottom of frame; +
1/16 in. (1.5 mm), -1/32 in. (0.8 mm).
Opening height – Measured vertically between the frame head rabbet and top of floor or bottom of
frame minus jamb extension at each jamb and across the head; + 1/16 in. (1.5 mm) – 1/32 in. (0.8 mm).
Squareness – Measured at rabbet on a line from jamb, perpendicular to frame head; not to exceed 1/16
in. (1.5 mm).
Alignment – Measured at jambs on a horizontal line parallel to the plane of the face; not to exceed 1/16
in. (1.5 mm).
Twist – Measured at opposite face. Corners of jambs on parallel lines, perpendicular to the plane of the
door rabbets; not to exceed 1/16 in. (1.5 mm).
Plumbness – Measured at jambs on a perpendicular line from the head to the floor; not to exceed 1/16
in. (1.5 mm).
These tolerances provide a reasonable guideline for proper installation of hollow metal frame product.
However, it should be noted that the cumulative effect of the installation tolerances at or near their maximum
levels could result in sufficient misalignment to prevent the door from functioning properly. Installers must be
careful not to create a tolerance buildup. Tolerance buildup occurs when several tolerances are at or near
their maximums. Care should be taken to keep deviation from each of these tolerances as close to zero as
possible.

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 OPENING WIDTH, MEASURED
HORZONTALLY FROM RABBET
TO RABBET AT TOP, MIDDLE
AND BOTTOM OF FRAME
+ 1/16 IN (1.5 mm) - 1/32 IN (0).

1"
16

1"
90º 16
SQUARENESS; MEASURED AT
RABBET ON A LINE FROM JAMB
PERPENDICULAR TO FRAME
HEAD

HEAD

OPENING HEIGHT; MEASURED

VERTICALLY BETWEEN FRAME HEAD
RABBET AND TOP OF FLOOR OR BOTTOM
HINGE OR OF FRAME MINUS JAMB EXTENSIONS AT
STRIKE JAMB EACH JAMB AND ACROSS THE HEAD; +
1/16 IN (1.5 mm),- 1/32 IN (0.8 mm).

PLUMBNESS; MEASURED AT JAMB

ON A HORIZONTAL LINE FROM THE
HEAD TO THE FLOOR.

1" 1"
16 16
1"
16
PROFILE MY VARY AS A
ALIGNMENT; MEASURED AT JAMBS 1"
FUNCTION OF DESIGN
ON A HORIZONTAL LINE PARALLEL 16
TO THE PLANE OF THE FACE.

1" 90º
16

1"
16 TWIST; MEASURED AT OPPOSITE FACE
CORNERS OF JAMBS ON PARALLEL LINES .
PERPENDICULAR TO THE PLANE OF THE DOOR
RABBET.

FIGURE 3
FRAME INSTALLATION TOLERANCES

6 STORAGE AND INSTALLATION OF HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES ANSI/NAAMM HMMA 840-17
 3.04 TYPICAL INSTALLATION PROCEDURES, PRIOR TO WALL CONSTRUCTION

2"x4" BRACE Position frame in the correct location.

Brace the frame as shown, Figure 4. Do not brace in
the direction of intended wall.
SUPPORT BRACE
AT FLOOR With frame in position, install the temporary wood
spreaders. The wood spreader, Figure 5, must be
square and no less than 1 in. (25 mm) thick. Correct
length is the door opening width between the jambs
at the header. Cut clearance notches for frame stops.
Spreader must be nearly as wide as jamb depth for
proper installation. Install a spreader at the bottom of
the frame and a second at the mid height to maintain
proper door opening width and to prevent bowing of
the jambs during wall construction, Figure 6. Leave
spreaders in place until the frame is set permanently
in the wall.
FIGURE 4
FRAME BRACING

SPREADER

FRAME
DEPTH
DOOR OPENING AT HEADER

FIGURE 5
WOOD SPREADER

SPREADERS

FIGURE 6
SPREADER LOCATION

ANSI/NAAMM HMMA 840-17 STORAGE AND INSTALLATION OF HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES 7
 Frames with jamb opening heights greater than 8 ft. (2438 mm)
or frame face dimensions less than 1-1/2 in. (38 mm), require
additional wood spreaders. Space the wood spreaders a maximum
of 36 inches (914 mm) apart between header and bottom of frame,
Figure 7.

SPREADERS

FIGURE 7
SPREADER LOCATION AT
LARGE JAMB OPENING HEIGHTS

Frames with sidelights where the sidelight sill intersects

the door jamb, it is imperative that a wood spreader is
located at this location, Figure 8.
SPREADERS

FIGURE 8
SPREADER LOCATION AT SIDELIGHTS

8 STORAGE AND INSTALLATION OF HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES ANSI/NAAMM HMMA 840-17
 LEVEL Level the head by positioning a level against the door
rabbet in head, Figure 9. If necessary, adjust for high
LEVEL spots in floor by shimming under the jamb or floor
anchors if specified.

FIGURE 9
LEVELING THE HEAD

With framing square, check frame for squareness. Position

square against jamb and head at door rabbets; adjust as
required, Figure 10.

FIGURE 10
SQUARENESS

ANSI/NAAMM HMMA 840-17 STORAGE AND INSTALLATION OF HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES 9
 ALIGNMENT

LEVEL With the level, check the frame for plumbness

LEVEL and alignment. For plumbness, position level
against both hinge and strike jambs in the
rabbet. For alignment; position level against
both hinge and strike jambs on the stop,
adjust as required, Figure 11.
A A
PLUMB

SCETION A-A

FIGURE 11
PLUMBING AND ALIGNMENT

With framing square, check jambs for twist. Position square

against door rabbet and project line perpendicular to the
plane of the door rabbet, adjust as required, Figure 12.
Once the frame is braced in the correct position anchor the
floor anchors if provided.

FIGURE 12
FRAME TWIST CHECK

10 STORAGE AND INSTALLATION OF HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES ANSI/NAAMM HMMA 840-17
 3.05 FLOOR ANCHORS

The fixed floor anchor, Figure 13A, is welded to the base of

the jamb. This type of anchor is intended to be secured to
the floor by mechanical fasteners. Shims must be used if the
floor is not level. This floor anchor is not generally used in
existing masonry, existing concrete, framed stud walls or slip-
on drywall frames.

FIGURE 13A
FIXED FLOOR ANCHOR

The adjustable floor anchor is designed for use where there

are unlevel floor conditions, an intended slope in the floor, or
where toppings such as terrazzo are used, Figure 13B.

FIGURE 13B
ADJUSTABLE FLOOR ANCHOR

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 3.06 WALL CONSTRUCTIONS AND APPROPRIATE ANCHORS
Proper frame anchoring is vitally important to the long term performance of the door opening. A variety of
anchors are available to suit various types of wall construction. Anchors shown on the following pages
are but a few of the anchoring methods available. For additional details, refer to HMMA 820 Hollow Metal
Frames.
A. Anchor Spacing: HMMA specifications require that the number of anchors used on each jamb be
as follows:
1. Openings in Masonry Walls
a. Existing Masonry Openings: (Frames with expansion bolt anchors) Anchors will be spaced
a maximum of 6 in. (152 mm) from the top and bottom of the opening, with intermediate
spacing at a maximum of 26 in. (660 mm) o/c. See Table 1
b. Other Masonry Openings: Anchors will be spaced a maximum of 18 in. (457 mm) from
top and bottom of openings. The minimum number of anchors will be per Table 1 with a
maximum spacing between anchors of 32 in (812 mm).
2. 
Openings in stud partitions with steel or wood stud anchors: Anchors will be spaced a
maximum of 18 in. (457 mm) from top and bottom of openings near hinges and directly
opposite on strike jamb. The minimum number of anchors will be per Table 1 with a maximum
spacing between anchors of 32 in (812 mm).
3. 
Anchor quantity for slip-on drywall frames is per manufacturer’s standards and label
requirements.

TABLE 1
Minimum anchors per jamb

Frame Height Existing Masonry Masonry Walls Stud Partitions

Openings
> 0 in. < 60 in. (1524 mm) 3 2 2
> 60 in. < 90 in. (2286 mm) 4 3 4
> 90 in. < 96 in. (2438 mm) 5 4 5
> 96 in. (2438 mm) 5 + 1 per 24 in. 4 + 1 per 24 in. 5 + 1 per 24 in.
(610 mm) (610 mm) (610 mm)

Notes: In stud partitions, a floor anchor may be substituted for a wall anchor.

Install fire rated frames per manufacturer’s instructions noting that anchor requirements may differ.

12 STORAGE AND INSTALLATION OF HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES ANSI/NAAMM HMMA 840-17
 3.06.01 MASONRY WALLS

Installation of a hollow metal frame in masonry,

Figure 14A.
90 90

SPREADERS

FIGURE 14A
MASONRY WALL

The adjustable strap-and-stirrup masonry anchor,

Figure14B is made up of a stirrup welded inside the
jamb, and a perforated or corrugated strap which
provides for embedding into masonry joints. The stirrup
allows for alignment to mortar joints as well as access for
(PERFORATED OR full grouting of jambs.
CORRUGATED STRAP)

FIGURE 14B
STRAP & STIRRUP ACHOR

ANSI/NAAMM HMMA 840-17 STORAGE AND INSTALLATION OF HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES 13
 The t-strap anchor, Figure 14C and wire loop anchor, Figure 14D, function similar to the strap and stirrup
anchor in that they are adjustable to align with mortar joints but are set loose inside the jambs, against the
returns as the wall is constructed.

FIGURE 14C FIGURE 14D

T-STRAP ANCHOR WIRE LOOP ANCHOR

As wall is constructed, locate the anchors at the hinges in the

hinge jamb and at a corresponding position in the strike jamb,
Figure 14E.

Continually check squareness, plumbness, alignment, and

twist in the frame as wall progresses.

Refer to HMMA 820 Hollow Metal Frames for additional

anchorage methods.

FIGURE 14E
MASONRY WALL WITH ANCHOR

14 STORAGE AND INSTALLATION OF HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES ANSI/NAAMM HMMA 840-17
 3.06.02 STEEL STUD WALLS CEILING RUNNER
HEADER STUD

JAMB
STUDS

90 90
Installation of a hollow metal frame in steel stud wall,
Figure 15A.

SPREADERS

FLOOD RUNNER
FIGURE 15A
STEEL STUD WALL

Zee shaped anchors, Figure 15B, are welded to both

rabbets inside the jamb. They may also be welded in
place vertically in lead lined frames to allow for the
uninterrupted protection of the lead. Steel studs are
mechanically fastened to the exposed flange through the
throat of the stud.

FIGURE 15B
ZEE SHAPED STEEL STUD ANCHOR

Figure 15C shows the fastening of the steel

studs to the anchors using sheet metal
screws.

FIGURE 15B
STEEL STUD WALL WITH ANCHOR

ANSI/NAAMM HMMA 840-17 STORAGE AND INSTALLATION OF HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES 15
 STEEL STUD WALL CONSTRUCTION

It is extremely important that the steel stud manufacturer’s recommendations on thickness and general
construction techniques be followed to ensure that a solid and stable opening is achieved.

Figures 16A and 16B represent methods of recommended or acceptable steel stud header connections
to cripple studs above frame openings. Methods of connection shown in figures 16C an 16D are not
recommended. Extreme caution must be taken to ensure that overlapping portions of the studs and fasteners
applied through face of studs do not increase the wall thickness.

Continually check squareness, plumbness, alignment, and twist in the frame as wall construction progresses
.

SCREWS
SCREWS
CENTER
CRIPPLE STUD

FOLDED
UPWARD

HEADER
HEADER
FIGURE 16A FIGURE 16B
RECOMMENDED ACCEPTABLE

SCREWS OPTIONAL
CRIPPLE STUD

HEADER

HEADER
FOLD DOWN SCREW
SCREWS
FIGURE 16C FIGURE 16D
NOT RECOMMENDED NOT RECOMMENDED
NOT RECOMMENDED

16 STORAGE AND INSTALLATION OF HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES ANSI/NAAMM HMMA 840-17
 3.06.03 WOOD STUD WALLS

Installation of a hollow metal frame in a wood stud wall NOTE:

DOUBLE STUD
figure 17A.
Wood stud walls can be constructed after the frame is
set or prior to setting the frame. For constructing the
wall after the frame is set, follow the same guidelines
as for steel stud walls. For installing the frame in a
framed wall, follow these guidelines: 90 90

With one of the horizontal straps bent back towards

the face and against the return of the frame profile the
frame can be slid into a properly sized rough opening.
Rough Stud Opening:
A. The width of the opening is the overall frame SPREADERS
width plus 1/2 in. (12.7 mm).
B. The height of the opening is the overall frame
height plus 1/4 in. (6.4 mm).
Place the frame in the rough stud opening. Bend FIGURE 17A
the anchor tabs around the stud, leaving the desired
WOOD STUD WALL
clearance between the frame return and stud, for
inserting the finished wall material. Set the spreaders and level, plumb and align the frame. Check for twist
in jamb. Use shims to adjust as necessary
Square the frame at the top corner and nail the top anchor to the stud on ONE JAMB ONLY. Recheck the
frame to ensure it is level, plumb and the alignment of the frame is correct then continue to nail the balance
of the anchors to the studs. Repeat the same process for the opposite jamb.
Frames which are intended to be installed in a framed wall may be provided with an additional wall anchor in
lieu of the floor anchor. This anchor is located as close to the bottom of the jamb as is practical.
Wood stud anchors, Figure 17B and 17C are welded to the back of the jambs.

FIGURE 17B FIGURE 17C

ANSI/NAAMM HMMA 840-17 STORAGE AND INSTALLATION OF HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES 17
 Figure 17D shows an alternative wood stud anchor that is either welded to back of the jamb or friction fit.
Figure 17E shows wood stud anchors fastened to wood stud wall construction.
Refer to HMMA 820 Hollow Metal Frames for additional anchorage methods.

FIGURE 17D FIGURE 17E

ALTERNATIVE WOOD STUD WOOD STUD WALL WITH ANCHORS
ANCHOR

18 STORAGE AND INSTALLATION OF HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES ANSI/NAAMM HMMA 840-17
 3.06.04 EXISTING MASONRY WALLS
When an opening exists in a wall prior to the frame installation, clearance between existing wall and frame
is critical. Size the frame accordingly to allow for ¼ in. clearance between the returns of the frame and the
rough opening. Take into consideration the minimum dimensions and the plumbness and levelness of the
entire opening, including the floor.

Installation:
Place the frame in the completed wall opening, Figure 18A.
Check for squareness. Mark the wall through the anchor holes
provided in the jambs. Drill appropriate holes at the marks.

FIGURE 18A
EXISTING MASONRY WALL FRAME
INTSTALLATION

Install frame:
Insert mechanical fasteners through frame
soffit into existing wall, Figure 18B. Shim
between the existing wall and the frame near
the fastener locations. Depending on the
anchor supplied shims can be placed between
the returns and or the anchor and the wall.
Ensure the frame remains plumb and aligned
as fasteners are tightened. Caulk between
frame and wall.

FIGURE 18B
EXPANSION BOLT INSTALLATION

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 ROUGH BUCK FRAME:

A rough buck frame installation all but eliminates

the need for shims. The rough buck is fastened
tight to the existing wall, The finished frame is
then fastened in place with face screws to the
rough buck. Figure 18C.

Refer to HMMA 820 Hollow Metal Frames for

additional anchorage methods.

FIGURE 18C
ROUGH BUCKS

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 3.06.05 POURED IN PLACE OR TILT UP CONCRETE WALLS:

These types of construction methods normally have rough openings that are prepared in the forms prior to
the pouring of concrete. Once concrete has cured frames are installed using expansion bolt anchors.

3.06.06 STUD WALLS:

It is very important that the stud manufacturer’s recommendation on thickness and general construction
techniques be followed to ensure that a solid and stable opening is achieved. For example, double studding
at the opening is necessary; the header member must be the same width as the jamb stud. It is particularly
important that the overlapping of vertical and horizontal steel members be avoided as this produces
oversized walls. This could create significant installation problems and damage to wall material when slip-on
drywall frames are used.

A variety of anchoring techniques preclude the establishment of a definite rough opening standard. Follow
the frame manufacturers’ recommendations.

Installation varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. Consult the

supplying manufacturer’s literature for exact instructions. A typical
installation cycle may be as follows, Figure 19A.
1. Slide the header in place over the wall approximately in the center
of the opening.
2. Install one jamb by sliding it over the wall at the top. Push the
bottom of the member until it is approximately vertical.
3. Install the other jamb in a similar manner. The frame should be
installed with all excessive rough opening clearances thrown to the
hinge side. The weight of the door will tend to cause movement,
within the opening, toward the strike jamb.
SEE F19b
4. Join the header to the jambs, Figure 19B. This is normally done
by inserting tabs into the slots, or screws into the holes or a
combination of both.

SLOTS

SLOTS

SCREW

TABS
FIGURE 19A
INSTALLATION SEQUENCE

FIGURE 19B
CORNER CONNECTION
KNOCKDOWN SLIP-ON

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 5. Plumb and square the opening and check the jambs for
twist. Some installers prefer to hang the door at this point,
permitting the door to aid in performing this function.
6. Attach the base anchor to the stud or floor channel at the
base of the wall.
The base anchor is usually a strap of metal, provided either
welded or loose at each side of the jamb at the bottom with holes
punched for nails or screws, Figure 19C.

FIGURE 19C
SLIP-ON DRY WALL BASE ANCHOR

WOOD STUD
7. Set the compression anchor, Figure 19D. An adjustable
compression device is normally located near the top
of each jamb. This anchor is used on slip-on dry wall
frames and in conjunction with slip-on dry wall base
anchors. Consult manufacturer’s literature for direction to
turn compression anchor. Hand tighten the compression
anchor, do not use a screw gun.

STEEL STUD

FIGURE 19D
COMPRESSION ANCHORS

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 3.07 GROUTING OF FRAMES
Grout guards and junction boxes are intended to protect hardware preparations and tapped mounting holes
from masonry grout of 4 in. (100 mm) max. slump consistency which is hand troweled into place during wall
construction. If a lighter consistency of grout (greater than 4 in. (127 mm) slump when tested in accordance
with ASTM C143) is to be used, special precautions must be taken in the field by the installation contractor
to protect the hardware preparations. Any grout or other bonding material must be promptly cleaned off of
frames or doors following installation. Hollow metal surfaces are to be kept free of grout, tar or other bonding
materials or sealers. Grouting materials which require air to dry (cure) are not recommended for such use in
any closed section, such as a mullion.
When frames intended to be built into masonry construction are prepared for silencers, the silencer must be
installed prior to grouting to avoid filling the silencer hole.
See Appendix HMMA –820 TN01-03 “GROUTING HOLLOW METAL FRAMES”

3.08 FIELD SPLICING

When shipping and/or handling limitations so dictate, frames

for large openings must be fabricated in sections designed
for splicing and welding in the field by others, Figure 20.

Splices will vary by manufacturer and installation

circumstances. It is the responsibility of the installing
contractor to use and finish the splices in accordance with
the manufacturer’s recommendations.

Field splices at labeled frames require either a mechanical

or welded connection at each splice joint. Mechanical
fasteners are through the face of frame members. If
splice joints are welded, welds are to be ground smooth
and immediately cleaned and painted with a compatible,
direct to metal (DTM), rust inhibitive primer. For products
fabricated from zinc coated steel, use zinc rich rust inhibitive FIGURE 20
primer. FIELD SPLICES

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 PART 4 - RECEIVING HANGING OF DOORSL
4.01 GENERAL
It is the responsibility of the installer to hang all doors and install all hardware. Doors will be reinforced,
drilled and tapped at the factory for templated mortise hardware in accordance with the approved hardware
schedule and templates provided by the hardware supplier. Where surface mounted hardware, anchor
hinges, thrust pivot, pivot reinforced hinges, or non-templated hardware apply, doors will be reinforced, for
drilling and tapping done in the field by others.
Experienced craftsmanship and care are essential in the hanging of metal doors. The use of hinge shims may
be required to provide uniform clearance around the door and alleviate “hinge bind”.
Figures 21 & 22 indicate the locations of shims and their effect on the gaps between the door and frame.

HINGE JAMB
Figure 21
SHIM B
HINGE Using shim A only, door will be relocated in direction
REINFORCEMENT of arrow S.
Using shim B only, both door and centerline of hinge
barrel will move in direction of arrow S.
Using both shims A and B will move the door further
SHIM A HINGE in direction of arrow S than by using either A or B
REINFORCEMENT alone, and hinge barrel will be relocated just as
using B alone.
S

FIGURE 21
SHIMMING TO INCREASE
CLEARANCE AT HINGE EDGE

Figure 22
Using shim C only, door will be relocated in direction of SHIM D
arrow H.
Using shim D only, both door and centerline of hinge
barrel will move in direction of arrow H.
Using both shims C and D will move the door further in
direction of arrow H than by using either C or D alone, SHIM C
and hinge barrel will be relocated just as by using D
alone.
H

FIGURE 22
SHIMMING TO INCREASE
CLEARANCE AT HINGE EDGE

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 4.02 OPERATIONAL CLEARANCES
Edge clearances for swinging hollow metal doors and as specified in NFPA 80, provide for the functional
operation of the assembly and must not exceed the following (for all door heights):
Between door and frame at head and jamb. 1/8 in. (3.1 mm) +/- 1/16 in. (1.5 mm)
Between edges of pairs of doors. 1/8 in. (3.1 mm) +/- 1/16 in. (1.5 mm)
Floor clearance for fire rated swinging hollow metal doors must not exceed 3/4 in. (19mm). Floor clearances
provides for the functional operation of all swinging hollow metal doors and should not be less than 1/8 in.
(3.1mm)
The Architect must define the distance from the top of the floor / finished floor to top of floor covering so
appropriate undercuts can be provided. Floor / Finish Floor is defined as the top of the concrete or structural
slab. HMMA uses the term “top of floor covering “to describe the NFPA term “nominal surface of floor
covering”. Please refer to HMMA-810 TN01-03 Tech Note, “Defining Undercuts”.

4.03 CARE AFTER INSTALLATION

Doors installed prior to completion of construction may be subject to damage from other trades because of
improper protection or carelessness.
Primed or painted surfaces which have been scratched or otherwise marred during installation (including
field welding) and/or cleaning, are to be promptly finished smooth, cleaned and touched up with a direct to
metal (DTM) rust inhibitive primer.
Acid washing of masonry construction adjacent to door and frame installations will damage the steel surfaces
whether primed or finish painted.
If not cleaned immediately, rusting will occur. For this reason steel doors and frames must be protected. If
exposed to an acid wash, all primed or painted steel surfaces must be thoroughly cleaned with particular
attention being given to hidden areas such as those areas under glazing stops.
For additional information regarding the painting of hollow metal products, please refer to HMMA-840 TN01-
07 Tech Note, “Painting Hollow Metal Products”

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APPENDIX 1
(Not part of the Standard)

HMMA-820 TN02-03
HMMA-820 TN01-03

TechNotes National Association of

Architectural Metal Manufacturers

Grouting Hollow Metal Frames

Grout, when used in accordance with industry guidelines, can improve frame durability, sound deadening,
and, depending on wall construction, increase frame anchorage strength. Grouting of the frame does not
increase door durability, nor is it required for fire-rated frames. For most commercial applications, grouting
of mullions and other closed sections is not recommended.

For applications covered by ANSI/NAAMM HMMA 862, “Guide Specifications for Commercial Security
Hollow Metal Doors and Frames,” and ANSI/NAAMM HMMA 863, “Guide Specifications for Detention
Security Hollow Metal Doors and Frames,” the standards require that “frame jambs shall be fully grouted
to provide added security protection against battering, wedging, spreading, and other means of forcing
open the door”.

Grout is a water-based product. If not used properly, it can destroy the opening in a very short time.
Grout can be either “mortar”, which is a masonry mixture of lime, cement, sand, and water, or “plaster”,
which is a gypsum-based product.

Plaster grout dries by exposure to air. When a frame member is filled solid with plaster grout, only those
areas exposed to air will dry and harden, while the center remains wet (uncured). The water remaining in
the plaster grout can rust the frame from the inside. Plaster grout should not be used.

Mortar grout cures by chemical reaction and hardens throughout. Use mortar grout.

Frames are not designed to act as forms for grout. Grout must have a maximum 4 in. slump and be
hand troweled in place. Bracing of the frame may be necessary prior to grouting to prevent sagging of
the header or bowing of the jamb due to weight or pressure of the grout. Grout should not be installed
after gypsum wallboard is installed, as the liquid within the grout will deteriorate the wallboard.

When dictated by temperatures, anti-freezing agents for mortar may be recommended by specifications.
These agents can adversely affect metal, and all surfaces in contact with the grout must be coated with a
corrosion resistant material.

It is recommended that the contractor be responsible for the grouting and for any required barrier coating.
It is also his responsibility to use care in the application of the grout.

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APPENDIX 2
(Not part of the Standard)

HMMA-810 TN01-03

TechNotes
TechNotes National Association of
Architectural Metal Manufacturers

Defining Undercuts
CLEARANCE
Review of established definitions.

1. “ACTUAL DOOR HEIGHT” – The door open-

ing height minus top clearance and undercut.

ACTUAL DOOR HEIGHT

DOOR OPENING HEIGHT

2. “DOOR OPENING HEIGHT” – The distance
measured vertically between the frame head
rabbet and top of floor or bottom of frame
minus jamb extension. BOTTOM
OF FRAME
3. “FINISHED FLOOR” – See “Floor” FLOOR

4. “FLOOR” – The top of the concrete or struc-

tural slab. UNDERCUT,
FLOOR CLEARANCE
5. “FLOOR CLEARANCE” – The distance
between the bottom of the door and the top of Figure #1
the material directly below the door. This varies
Floor coverings, such as carpet, resilient or
with application, such as concrete, any floor
ceramic tile, are typically installed on top of the
covering and/or a threshold.
floor, fitted around the frame, and under the door.
6. “FLOOR COVERING” – Any material applied In this situation, the formula for figuring Undercut
on top of the floor that extends under the door is the total of the Floor Clearance + Floor Cover-
in its closed position or under the door as it ing Thickness. See Figure #2.
swings to its fully open position.

7. “UNDERCUT” – The distance between the

ACTUAL DOOR HEIGHT

bottom of door and the bottom of frame. The

DOOR OPENING HEIGHT

formula in which to determine Undercut is BOTTOM

derived by adding the total sum of the follow- OF FRAME

ing (Floor Clearance + Floor Covering Thick- FLOOR

COVERING
ness + Threshold Height (assuming the thresh-
FLOOR FLOOR
old is mounted on top of the floor covering) +
Jamb Extensions Height.
FLOOR CLEARANCE
8. “JAMB EXTENSIONS” – That portion of a UNDERCUT

jamb or mullion which extends below the level

Figure #2
of the floor.

Typically frames are intended to be installed When a threshold is used, it is installed on top of
directly on the floor. When no floor coverings or the floor or floor covering, fitted around the frame
thresholds are used, the dimension for “Undercut” and under the door. Again the formula for figuring
is the same as for “Floor Clearance.” See “Undercut” changes. Undercut is the total of the
Figure #1.
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Floor Clearance + Threshold Height + Floor Cov- frame that is covered by the floor is called jamb
ering Thickness. See Figure #3. extensions. The formula for figuring “Undercut” is
the total of the Floor Clearance + Jamb Exten-
sions. See Figure #5A and #5B.

ACTUAL DOOR HEIGHT

DOOR OPENING HEIGHT

THRESHOLD
BOTTOM

ACTUAL DOOR HEIGHT

OF FRAME

DOOR OPENING HEIGHT

FLOOR
COVERING

FLOOR BOTTOM

UNDERCUT
OF FRAME

FLOOR CLEARANCE FLOOR

UNDERCUT

Figure #3

In situations with specialized floors such as thick FLOOR CLEARANCE JAMB

EXTENSION
ceramic tile or terrazzo, the frame is typically
Figure #5A
installed prior to the installation of the floor.

One method is to install the frame with adjustable

ACTUAL DOOR HEIGHT

DOOR OPENING HEIGHT

floor anchors or for the frame to be installed on a
block or shim. This allows the frame to be posi- BOTTOM

UNDERCUT
OF FRAME
tioned, as required, to accommodate the floor
height. See Figures #4A and #4B. Both illustrate a FLOOR

raised frame condition in which the bottom of

frame is positioned to be directly on top of the
floor after the floor is installed. In this situation, the FLOOR CLEARANCE JAMB
dimension measured for Undercut is also the EXTENSION

same as Floor Clearance. Figure #5B

ACTUAL DOOR HEIGHT

DOOR OPENING HEIGHT

The Architect/Designer must be very specific

within specifications and contract drawings,
BOTTOM
OF FRAME
which should include detailed drawings illustrating
conditions for each floor, including thicknesses
FLOOR
and materials. These drawings should designate
the height at which the hollow metal frame should
be set. Thresholds and hardware items requiring
ADJUSTABLE FLOOR CLEARANCE, specific floor clearances shall be listed in the
FLOOR ANCHOR UNDERCUT
hardware schedule, which allows the door and
Figure #4A frame manufacturer to properly size each
opening.
ACTUAL DOOR HEIGHT

DOOR OPENING HEIGHT

Within the door and frame industry, both the Hol-

low Metal Manufacturers Association (HMMA) a
BOTTOM
OF FRAME
division of the National Association of Architectur-
al Metal Manufacturers (NAAMM) and the Steel
FLOOR
Door Institute (SDI), publish recommended clear-
ances. In addition, the National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA) Publication 80, “Standard for
BLOCKING FLOOR CLEARANCE,
UNDERCUT
Fire Doors and Fire Windows,” regulates the
installation and maintenance of labeled openings,
Figure #4B and lists several different scenarios consisting of
different floor material and the maximum clear-
Another method, called “below floor installation,” ance under the bottoms of doors.
is to install the frame directly on the rough slab.
After the frame is installed, the floor is then
installed around the frame. That portion of the

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HMMA-840
HMMA-840TN01-07
TN01-07

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TechNotes
echNotes National
National
Architectural
Association
Architectural
Metal
Association
Metal
of of
Manufacturers
Manufacturers

Painting Hollow Metal

Painting Hollow Metal Products
Products
Hollow
Hollow metal doors,
doors, frames,
frames, and andrelated
relatedproducts
productsare arefabricated
fabricated from
from hot-rolled,
hot-rolled, cold-rolled,
cold-rolled, zinc-coated,
zinc-coated, or or
stainless
stainless steel. Stainless
Stainless isis typically
typicallynot
notpainted
paintedand andtherefore
thereforenot
not referred
referred to to in this
in this tech
tech note.
note. HotHotandand cold-
cold-
rolled
rolled steel
steel are supplied
supplied either
eitherdry dryororoiled
oiledand
andrequire
requiretreatment
treatment prior
prior to to painting.Zinc
painting. Zinc coated
coated steel
steel is either
is either gal-gal-
vannealed
vannealed or galvanized.
galvanized. Galvannealed
Galvannealedsteel steelisismanufactured
manufacturedsuitable
suitable forfor immediate
immediate painting
painting without
without further
further
treatment
treatment other than
than normal
normal cleaning.
cleaning. Galvanized
Galvanizedsteel
steelrequires
requires treatment
treatment prior
prior to to painting.
painting. Refer
Refer to HMMA
to HMMA 802,802,
“Manufacturing Hollow Metal
“Manufacturing of Hollow MetalDoors
DoorsandandFrames”
Frames”forformore
moreinformation.
information.

Hollow
Hollow metal products
products must
must be
bestored
storedininaamanner
mannertotoprevent
preventexposure
exposure to to adverse
adverse environmental
environmental elements.
elements.
Refer
Refer to
to HMMA 840,840, “Guide
“Guide Specifications
Specificationsfor
forInstallation
Installationand
andStorage
Storage of of Hollow
Hollow Metal
Metal Doors
Doors andand Frames”
Frames” for for
more
more information. Primer protects
information. Primer protectsthe
theuncoated
uncoatedbase basemetal
metaland
and provides
provides thethe bonding
bonding agent
agent required
required for the
for the fin- fin-
ished
ished paint.
paint. It is very
very important
importantthat
thatthe
theprimer
primerisisprotected
protectedandand cleaned
cleaned prior
prior to to
thethe application
application of the
of the finish
finish coatcoat
of
of paint.
paint. Primer manufacturers
manufacturersadvise
advisethat
thatthe
theprimer
primerreceive
receivea a finish
finish coat
coat within
within 3030 days
days of delivery.
of delivery.

Exposure
Exposure to elements,
elements, suchsuch asashigh
highhumidity,
humidity,salt
saltair,
air,snow,
snow,rain,
rain, damp
damp wrappings,
wrappings, etc..,
etc.., without
without proper
proper protec-
protec-
tion
tion and
and air circulation, allows moisture
circulation, allows moisturetotobe beabsorbed
absorbedbybythe theprimer.
primer.Once
Oncethisthis occurs,
occurs, withwith
thethe presence
presence of of
oxygen,
oxygen, an electrolytic action follows.
electrolytic action follows. Moisture
Moisturetravels
travelsbetween
between primer
primer and and
thethe metal
metal surfaces
surfaces in aincapillary
a capillary
action,
action, deteriorating primer adhesion.
deteriorating primer adhesion. Eventually
Eventuallythisthiscancanresult
result
in in water
water stains,
stains, rusting,
rusting, flaking,
flaking, lifting,
lifting, or peeling.
or peeling.
When
When paint
paint flakes, lifts,
lifts, or
or peels,
peels,rusting
rustingisisnot
notalways
alwaysevident.
evident.Typically
Typically these
these areas
areas have
have notnot
been been in constant
in constant
contact
contact with the elements,
elements, but butmoisture
moisturehas hastraveled
traveledunderunderthe
theprimer.
primer.

Breakdown
Breakdown of the primer
primer adhesion
adhesioncan canbe
becaused
causedbybyincompatibility
incompatibility with
with thethe finish
finish coat
coat of paint
of paint resulting
resulting in the
in the
same
same conditions
conditions asas listed
listed above.
above. CareCaremust
mustbebetaken
takentotoensure
ensure compatibility
compatibility of of primer
primer andand
anyany
toptop coat.
coat. A A
small
small area
area test is always
always recommended
recommendedtotoverifyverifycompatibility
compatibilityandand adhesion.In In
adhesion. somesome instances,
instances, a barrier
a barrier coatcoat
between
between primer andand toptop coat
coat isisnecessary.
necessary. Consult
Consultfinish
finishpaint
paint manufacturer’s
manufacturer’s instructions.
instructions.

Different
Different paint problems
problems have
have different
differentsolutions.
solutions. Depending
Dependingonon thethe severity
severity of of
thethe problems,
problems, sanding,
sanding, sanding
sanding to to
bare
bare metal,
metal, cleaning to remove
cleaning to removecontaminants,
contaminants,and
andre-priming
re-primingcan
canbebe necessary.
necessary.

The
The selection paint isis also
selection of paint also aaconsideration.
consideration. Manufacturing
Manufacturingmarks
marks arearenotnot always
always visible
visible withwith a flat
a flat lowlow gloss
gloss
primer
primer but can appear
appear after
after aa gloss
glossfinish
finishcoat
coatisisapplied.
applied.The
Theuse
useof of
highhigh gloss
gloss paint
paint willwill increase
increase the the
showshow
through
through tendencies and and isis not
notrecommended.
recommended. AAmaximum maximumpaint
paint gloss
gloss rating
rating of of
2020
%% reflectance,
reflectance, measured
measured
using
using aa 60 degree gloss
gloss meter,
meter,would
wouldbe bethe
thestandard
standardrecommendation.
recommendation.Select Select a commercial
a commercial direct
direct to metal,
to metal,
(DTM)
(DTM) quality
quality paint.

ItIt isis extremely important to

extremely important to follow
followthe
thefinish
finishpaint
paintmanufacturer’s
manufacturer’s instructions.It isIt important
instructions. is important to avoid
to avoid painting
painting in in
extremely
extremely hot, cold,cold, or
or damp
damp weather.
weather. Ensure
Ensurematerial
materialbeing
beingpainted
painted is is clean
clean and and dry.dry. Prior
Prior to finish
to finish painting,
painting,
lightly
lightly sand
sand primed surfaces
surfaces with
withfine
finegrit
gritsand
sandpaper
paperororemery
emerycloth.
cloth.

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RECOMMENDED GUIDE SPECIFICATIONS FOR
HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES

2HMMA 800 Introduction to Custom Hollow Metal

HMMA 801 Glossary of Terms for Hollow Metal Doors and Frames

HMMA 802 Manufacturing of Hollow Metal Doors and Frames

HMMA 803 Steel Tables

HMMA 804 Quality Control Template for Hollow Metal Doors and Frames Manufacturers

HMMA 805 Recommended Selection and Usage Guide for Hollow Metal Doors and Frames

HMMA 810 TN01 Defining Undercuts

HMMA 810 Hollow Metal Doors

HMMA 820 TN01 Grouting Hollow Metal Frames

HMMA 820 TN02 Continuously Welded Frames

HMMA 820 TN03 Guidelines for Glazing Hollow Metal Transoms, Sidelights and Windows

HMMA 820 Hollow Metal Frames

HMMA 830 Hardware Selection for Hollow Metal Doors and Frames

HMMA 831 Hardware Locations for Hollow Metal Doors and Frames

HMMA 840 TN01 Painting Hollow Metal Products

HMMA 840 TN02 Maintenance of Installed Hollow Metal Products

HMMA 840 Guide Specifications for Receipt, Installation and Storage of Hollow Metal Doors and Frames

HMMA 841 Tolerances and Clearances for Commercial Hollow Metal Doors and Frames

HMMA 850 Fire Rated Hollow Metal Doors and Frames

HMMA 860 Guide Specifications for Hollow Metal Doors and Frames

HMMA 861 Guide Specifications for Commercial Hollow Metal Doors and Frames

HMMA 862 Guide Specifications for Commercial Security Hollow Metal Doors and Frames

HMMA 863 Guide Specifications for Detention Security Hollow Metal Doors and Frames

HMMA 865 Guide Specifications for Sound Control Hollow Metal Door and Frame Assemblies

HMMA 866 Guide Specifications for Stainless Steel Hollow Metal Doors and Frames

HMMA 867 Guide Specifications for Commercial Laminated Core Hollow Metal Doors and Frames

HMMA 890 Technical Summary