All Cross-guard by Newton security caging solutions begins with a framework. The frame adds strength and provides a structure for fastening the panels and doors.
Typically, vertical posts are secured to the floor at 8' intervals (for an 8' x 8' x 8' cage) using a bracket and screw combination.
Horizontal posts are attached around the top of the verticals forming a square. All posts are 2" x 2", 16-gauge tubular steel in accordance with ASTM A513 ** and painted with a powder coat, polyester paint.
Options for sizes can be seen in the attached tables.
Note:
ASTM A 513 specifies a straightness of 1/16" per 36" length. Additional handling and painting can add to this. To avoid serious bowing, it is recommended to keep posts to less than 96" if possible, especially when used in a vertical application.
The frame adds strength and provides a solid connection to which panels and doors may be fastened.
Vertical Post Splice Used to attach an extension post to an existing vertical.
The Vertical Post Splice is a connecting support between vertical posts. The slots located on the bottom section of the splice make construction easier by allowing the vertical post splice to rest on the existing lower post's assembly bolts while attaching the upper vertical post.
Universal Fixing Bracket are used to attach the Horizontal Post to the top of the Vertical Post.
The Universal Fixing Bracket (UFB) connects horizontal posts to vertical posts in a 90° angle or in a straight connection along an elongated wall.
The Foot Fixing Bracket (FFB) is used to attach a vertical post to the floor.
The UFB and FFB can be used together to join one post to another vertically, if the cage height is higher than the standard 8' with additional hardware.