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SMR 900 is a completely new aluminium Curtain Wall system, totally engineered in the U.K. which has been fully tested in accordance with the procedures of BS 5368: Parts 1, 2 and 3 and the requirements set down by The Centre for Window and Cladding Technology.

The SMR 900 advanced Curtain Wall system is compatible with all our window, door and ground floor systems as well as Senior's patent glazing range.

◊ Construction
The system is based on a 50mm wide tubular box profile aluminium extrusion. Sections range from 60mm to 175mm in depth, sufficient to satisfy most structural requirements.

Thermally broken and compartment drained, SMR 900 Curtain Wall is designed for site erection to the highest industry standard. Maximum width: 2400mm. Maximum height to suit conditions.

All extruded frame members are fabricated from aluminium alloy: BS 6063, T6 to BS 1474: 1987 and in accordance with guidelines BS CP 118.
SMR 900 is sealed internally and externally, with EPDM frame gaskets with factory injection moulded vulcanised corner joints in compliance with BS 4255 and CWCT Guide to Good Practice 4.8.2.

◊ Glazing
SMR 900 is designed to accommodate various glazing options from 6mm to 10mm for single glazing and up to 28mm for double glazing. Glazing must satisfy safety recommendations and withstand the calculated design wind pressure for different types of location. All glazing must comply with BS 6262 and BS 952: Part 1.

◊ Performance
When tested in accordance with the procedures laid down in BS 5368: Parts 1, 2 and 3, the product achieved the following classification for weather resistance as defined in BS 6375 Part 1: 1989.

Air permeability = 600Pa
Water tightness = 600Pa
Wind resistance = 2400Pa

SMR 900 has also been tested to CWCT standards.