DCS004 Downer Framing Mechanical Secret Fix System - Rainscreen framing system

Downer Framing DCS004 rainscreen framing system is designed to provide a mechanical secret fix support to most rainscreen cladding panels using the principle of a ventilated facade. The system offers design freedom to suit project specific thermal and structural demands and variation in cavity depths. Downer Framing DCS004 is an aluminium carrier rail (Pr_20_85_20_04).

Features and benefits:

• Can be installed onto the DCS031 HELPING HAND®, DCS041 Floor to Floor or DCS021 Omega and Zed system.
• Suits varying cavity depths.
• Adjustable.
• Thermal and structural movement.
• BBA approved.

System components:

1. Primary structure (concrete, masonry, SFS or timber).
2. Insulation.
3. DCSO31 HELPING HAND System (refer to relevant technical guide).
4. DCS004 horizontal carrier rail.
5. LT3-5.5X25MM low profile TEK Screws (two per intersection).
6. DCS004 panel hangers: a. adjustable/ fix panel hanger; b. adjustable panel hanger; c. Standard panel hanger.

Downer Framing has now launched Downer Designer which is aimed at optimising rainscreen subframe calculations. This easy to use online portal offers clients the opportunity to calculate multiple projects and store them all for easy reference in a dedicated account. The Downer Framing support team aims to have calculations back in the former of a tailored project pack in less than 48 hours! https://downerframing.com/downer-designer

DOWNER FRAMING ORIGINAL HELPING HAND® FRAMING SYSTEM

As the original HELPING HAND framing system, Downer framing rainscreen subframe has been helping contractors, installers and architects realise their project visions for decades. It is highly versatile, combining with a diverse range of facade solutions.

DCS004 SYSTEM OVERVIEW

Downer DCS004 framing system is designed to provide a mechanical secret fix support to most rainscreen cladding panels using the principle of a ventilated façade.

DCS004 MSF can be installed onto our DCS031 Helping Hand, DCS041 Floor to Floor or DCS021 Omega & Zed system offering design freedom to suit project specific thermal and structural demands and variation in cavity depths.

All Downer Framing Systems and rainscreen framing calculations can be obtained via our free to use online tool, Downer Designer, which enables you to outline all your project specific rainscreen requirements to generate your optimal framing design. All of which is stored and managed in your own personal online account.

Simply enter the information you know, along with any detail specific requirements. Our technical team will then provide you with: static and thermal calculations, along with relevant costings, optimised component and fixing configurations, and NBS specification – all of which you can print off or save as a pdf. Check it out here.