Ametco Manufacturing Corp.
P.O. Box 1210
4236 Hamann Parkway
Willoughby, OH 44096
Tel: (440) 951-4300
Toll-Free: (800) 321-7042
Fax: (440) 951-2542
E-Mail: ametco@ametco.com
Web site: http://www.ametco.com

Ametco® Fixed Louver Fencing

MANUFACTURER
Ametco® Manufacturing Corporation offers technical assistance to Architects, Engineers, Contractors, Owners and Facility Managers regarding the design and installation of our products. We have provided many custom solutions for unusual situations. Let us assist you in determining the optimum design for your project. Please contact Ametco® at the number shown above to obtain our services.

Ametco® is a member of the American Fence Association.

PRODUCT PRESENTATION
The Ametco® Fixed Louver fence systems are the perfect counterpoint to our rectangular grille designs.


NEW! Phoenix® Design – Aluminum Fixed Louver Fencing

Characteristics
The Phoenix® Design is the newest and strongest fixed louver fence design in the Ametco® System. Fabricated from 6063 extruded aluminum, it can have post centers up to 6 ft. and still maintain its outstanding strength. The Phoenix® Design allows 80% or 100% direct visual screening and weighs 1.3 lbs. per square foot. The powder coated extrusions are maintenance free.

Applications
With two visual screening choices, the Phoenix® Design can be used for a variety of modern architectural design and functional needs. This design’s high strength makes it a candidate for some security applications.

Phoenix® Gates
These gates are offered in three styles: Swing, V-Wheel Roller and Cantilever. See the Ametco® Gates Profile for additional information and details of these gate types.

Phoenix® Design – Dimensional Data

Phoenix® Design

“C”

Open Area

Visual Screening

Max. Post Centers

2 3/16 in.

48.8%

100%

96 in.

3 7/16 in.

51.9%

80%

96 in.


NEW! Saturn Design Aluminum Fencing - Aluminum Fixed Louver Fencing

Characteristics
Ametco®'s Saturn Design Aluminum Fencing is manufactured from extruded aluminum special shaped tubes that can run either vertically or horizontally. This design is Ametco®'s "board on board" design only manufactured from aluminum tubes. Saturn Design Aluminum Fencing is designed with two alternating rows of 4" tubes with no gap between the tubes. The aluminum tube is a special shaped 1/2" x 4" tube.

The sharp clean lines of the Saturn Design are powder coated prior to assembly which allow the choice of any of Ametco®'s 15 standard colors or combination of colors. Special colors to match institutions' standard colors are available. This helps the Saturn Design Aluminum Fence to fit in at schools, sports complexes or any other facilities that require special colors or combinations of colors.


Venetian® Design - Aluminum Fixed Louver Fencing

Characteristics
The fixed louver Venetian® Design allows 100% visual screening in any direction and still allows airflow for ventilation. Louver spacing is 2.625 inches. Maximum panel width is 72 inches.

Applications
Because Venetian® Design allows 100% visual screening in any direction, screening of equipment, trash enclosures, parking garages, etc. can be achieved by vertical or horizontal installation of the louvers.

Venetian® Gates
These are offered in three styles: Swing, V-Wheel Roller and Cantilever. See the Ametco® Gates Profile for additional information and details of these gate types.

Venetian® Fixed Louver Panel Size Range
The standard maximum panel size is 72 x 72 inches.

Venetian® Posts
We offer standard rectangular bar or rectangular tube posts. Fence post type, size and spacing vary with fence height, wind load and other requirements. Call for assistance with selection, sizing and spacing.


Eclipse® Design - Steel and Aluminum Fixed Louver Fencing

The Eclipse® louvers are offered in aluminum or stainless steel and two levels of visual screening. These infill panels feature welded construction. All models have good airflow characteristics. Our polyester powder coating withstands years of weather exposure.

Fixed Louver infill panels are most often used horizontally.

  • Eclipse® panels offer 80% direct visual screening – louver slats at 2-1/6” spacing
  • Total Eclipse® panels offer 100% direct visual screening – louver slats at 1-13/16” spacing


Key uses include: mechanical equipment screens, trash enclosures, parking garage screening, privacy fencing.


Eclipse® Gates
These are offered in three styles: Swing, V-Wheel Roller and Cantilever. See the Ametco® Gates Profile for additional information and details.

Eclipse® Material Choices
These materials have the same appearance but differ in the way they perform best. Because the cost of design drawings, labor, powder coating and freight is the same, the total cost of aluminum and stainless louvers is very competitive with galvanized steel.

Extruded Aluminum has a nice smooth finish. It is lighter than steel, which helps on roof top screen applications or gates or wherever weight is a key consideration. The custom extruded aluminum louvers have the strength required to do an outstanding job. Final finish is a polyester powder coating.
Stainless Steel has the best strength without any of the rough flashings and drips found on hot dip galvanized steel. The corrosion resistance is the best of these materials. Final finish is a polyester powder coating.

Eclipse® Fixed Louver Panel Size Range
Aluminum and Stainless Steel Panels are fabricated up to 5’ high by 5’ long. Larger units may be designed using multiple units.

Eclipse® Posts
We offer standard rectangular bar or rectangular tube posts. Fence post type, size and spacing vary with fence height, wind load and other requirements. Call for assistance with selection, sizing and spacing.

Design guidelines for standard Eclipse® panel sizes are shown below.

Eclipse® and Total Eclipse® Design
Panel Heights
Anchorage Length
Post Size
  36 in.
8
2” to 5” square tube based on
fence height and wind loads
  48 in.
8
  60 in.
10

ASSEMBLY and INSTALLATION
General: The Ametco® system is simplicity itself. Standard panels are merely bolted to the uprights, which are anchored conventionally. The modular design means it can be erected in a fraction of the time of most other rigid fences and allows easy replacement of any damaged panels. The ease of assembly coupled with strength and long-life makes Ametco® fencing one of the most cost-effective fencing systems.

Post Spacing: The design drawings shall clearly indicate standard and special fence post spacings.

Post Length: Fence posts are of sufficient length to allow for setting into concrete footers.

Post Footings: In-ground posts may be set in concrete footings 12" dia. (305mm) for terminal posts and 10" dia. (254mm) for intermediate posts. Concrete should be 6" (152mm) deeper than posts. Deeper or larger diameter post bases may be necessary in some locations. Contact Ametco® for assistance with special conditions.

Cored Holes: Use approved non-shrink high-strength grout to anchor posts into cored holes in existing concrete. The diameter of cored holes shall be 2" (50mm) larger than flat bar post width.

It is recommended that fencing be temporarily erected using 2 x 4 supports. Place concrete or grout after fence has been made plumb and level. Leave temporary supports in place until concrete or grout has completely set.

MATERIALS and FINISHES

Aluminum System: louver slats and end bars are extruded from 6061 T6 material. Cross bars are extruded from 6061 T6511 material. Posts may be extruded rectangular tubes, 6065 T52 material.
Stainless Steel System: louver slats are 16 gauge, end bars are .thick, both formed from ASTM A240 Type 304 material. Cross bars are made from ASTM A276 Type 304 material. Posts may be flat bar, ASTM A276 Type 304 material or ASTM A213 Type 304 stainless steel tube.

Lasting Colors
Ametco® fencing is protected by extremely effective coating systems, giving long life with a touch of elegance. The polyester powder coat finish gives Ametco® fencing protection from the elements, as well as increasing its sturdiness and eliminating maintenance. This system gives outstanding corrosion protection.

The color gives an “extra” touch of appeal to the Ametco® fencing system, harmonizing with its surroundings. Once you have selected the color from the wide choices available, it will endure exposure without crazing or fading. For jobs where a smooth surface is required, use Ametco®’s fixed louver aluminum or stainless steel products.

Colors



We also offer custom colors on a minimum order basis. Please contact Ametco® for additional information.

Finish Warranty
The warranty for the powder coated finish is 20 years. The polyester coated metal remains corrosion free for years.

Performance properties for the polyester coating are as follows:

SALT SPRAY RESISTANCE: (ASTM B-117) Bonderite 1000 steel panels, in a scored condition, exhibit no undercutting after 500 hours in 5% spray testing at 95 degrees F and 95% relative humidity. No rusting or blistering on panel face. Under the same conditions after 1000 hours the panels showed less than 3/16 " undercutting.

WEATHERABILITY: (ASTM D822) After one year exposure in South Florida with panels facing south and tilted at a 45 degree angle, a high gloss white polyester coating retains 88% gloss (gloss readings obtained on washed panels). No film failure.

A 2-part polyurethane coat is used when gates are too large to be powder coated. Ametco® Mfg. Corp. certifies that its fencing systems are free from defects in material and workmanship. The polyester coated fencing is guaranteed not to crack, peel or blister for a period of 20 years. Accidental damages, defects resulting from improper installation and damage from vandalism or abuse are not included. Warranty is limited to a prorated value of the coating, not to exceed the original value of the coating. Or, at Ametco®’s discretion, re-coating the panel but not to include labor removal or reinstallation.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT
For our 3-part architectural specifications in CSI format, see the 3-PART SPECIFICATIONS portion of this Profile.

Phoenix® Aluminum Guide Specifications
Extruded aluminum Phoenix® Design has 1/2 in. x 4 in. tubular main bars on (select one) 2 3/16 in. or 3 7/16 in. centers with aluminum posts on (specify center distance, up to 96 in.) ___ in. centers. The extrusions are Type 6063 aluminum and are polyester powder coated after fabrication.

Venetian® Aluminum Guide Specifications
TIG welded extruded aluminum Venetian® Design has V-shaped extruded main bars on 2.625” centers with aluminum framing bars. The extrusions are Type 6063 aluminum and are polyester powder coated after fabrication.

Eclipse® Guide Specifications
Extruded aluminum or stainless steel Eclipse® Design has formed or extruded inclined main bars on 2-1/16” centers. Cross bars are on centers up to 18”. Aluminum Eclipse® is 6063 extrusions. Stainless Eclipse® is Type 304 material. All Eclipse® Fixed Louvers are polyester powder coated.

Total Eclipse® Guide Specifications
Extruded aluminum or stainless steel Total Eclipse® Design has formed or extruded inclined main bars on 1-13/16” centers. Cross bars are on centers up to 18”. Aluminum Eclipse® is 6063 extrusions. Stainless Eclipse® is Type 304 material. All Eclipse® Fixed Louvers are polyester powder coated.

In the interest of improving quality and design, Ametco® reserves the right to amend specifications without giving prior notice.

CODES and CERTIFICATIONS
Please contact us for a copy of the Ametco® Warranty.

AVAILABILITY and COST
Availability: Ametco® fixed louver fences are fabricated and coated before being shipped throughout the United States.

Cost: Costs are quoted on a job basis due to varying requirements of each project. Cost may be obtained by calling Ametco® Manufacturing Corp. at (800) 321-7042.

OPERATION and MAINTENANCE
The advanced coating method supplied on the Ametco® security grille panel system requires little or no maintenance. If, or when, panels require repainting, they can be removed and taken down to allow for easy painting.