1. Observe the Construction Environment
The main purpose of surveying the construction environment is to determine whether the site has installation conditions.
- Key Checks: Record the location of the roof beams and columns, the location of the air conditioning duct system, and fire pipes to customize the final construction plan.
- Best Timing: The most suitable time for construction is before the site has any decoration or ceiling installation. This ensures that the steel structure can be welded directly to the main building beams without damaging finished surfaces.
- Egood Tip: We recommend checking the floor levelness (tolerance within ±5mm) at this stage to ensure smooth operation of the partition panels later.
2. Measurement and Positioning
According to the construction plan, accurate measurement is the foundation of a successful installation.
- Marking Lines: Put out the position control line of the movable partition on the indoor ground, and lead the partition wall position line to the side walls and the ceiling (top plate).
- Fixing Points: The installation position line of the fixed parts (steel structure points) should be popped out when the line is played.
- Coordination: The installation height of the track must be discussed with the construction team that installs the ceiling (false ceiling). Crucial: Ensure the track bottom level aligns perfectly with the finished ceiling height to avoid gaps or operation issues.
3. Steel Structure and Track Fixings Installation
The steel structure is the load-bearing backbone connecting the roof and the track. Since the movable partition system hangs entirely from the top, the steel structure involves the safety of the whole system and must not be taken lightly.
- Installation Process: According to the construction drawings, install pulling explosive screws (expansion bolts) into the roof beams, and then weld the angle iron or channel steel to form a rigid frame.
- Load Calculation: Select the track fixings according to the design requirements. Determine the load borne by the track and the specifications of the pre-buried parts by calculating the total weight of the movable partition wall (e.g., Egood Type 100 panels can weigh up to 50kg/m²).
- Anti-Rust: All metal parts, including angle irons and welding points, should be treated with anti-rust paint to ensure longevity.
- Safety Check: The pre-buried parts must be installed firmly, and the connection to the main structure must be rigid enough to prevent any shaking during panel movement.
4. Installation of Track
The track installation determines the smoothness of the partition movement.
(1) Suspended Track: This is the most common method. The pulley is installed on the top surface of the partition panel and connects with the upper suspended track.
- Light-duty: For lighter partitions, tracks can be fixed with wood screws or self-tapping screws into a wooden or light steel frame.
- Heavy-duty: For heavy-duty movable partition walls (like Egood Ultra-high Steel Track System), the track is fixed to the steel skeleton with high-strength butt screws or welding.
(2) Supporting Track (Floor Track): In this system, the pulley is in the lower part, and the ground track constitutes the lower support point. The top guide rail is installed on the ceiling frame. Note: Egood primarily recommends top-hung systems for better aesthetics and floor maintenance.
(3) Track Connection: Use precise alignment pins (track pins) at joints to ensure the running surface is perfectly smooth.
(4) Reserved Opening: A maintenance section or a removable track piece should be installed (generally in the 1/2 partition against the wall) to allow pulleys to be inserted or removed for maintenance.
5. Installation of Movable Panels
Once the track is secure and level, it's time to hang the panels.
- Pulley Attachment: According to the installation mode (single or double suspension), accurately draw the pulley placement line on each panel, and then fix the fixed frame of the pulley with screws on the upper stile of the partition.
- Hanging Process: Put the panel into the track piece by piece through the reserved opening.
- Adjustment: Adjust each panel's height using the adjustable nut on the carrier to ensure it is perpendicular to the ground and aligned with adjacent panels.
- Testing: Push and pull to check for flexible rotation at junctions (L, T, or X junctions). Finally, connect the fan (panel) securely. Usually, adjacent panels are connected with magnetic strips or deep vertical interlocking profiles for better sound insulation.
6. Finish and Decoration
The finish determines the aesthetic appeal of the partition.
- Options: According to the design requirements, generally use soft package (fabric/leather), melamine laminate, framed cold solid wood panels, paste veneer panels, or glass.
- Process: Finishing is usually done before painting the surrounding walls to avoid stains. Ensure the added weight of the finish does not exceed the track's load rating.
- Egood Advantage: Our panels come with bare finish (mdf/plywood) ready for onsite decoration, or factory-finished for immediate use.
7. Debugging and Handover
The final step ensures the system works perfectly.
- Fine-tuning: After the installation of all movable panels, debug the panel height again to ensure the retractable top and bottom seals operate smoothly.
- Sealing Check: Operate the mechanism to extend the top and bottom rubber seals. Check if they seal tightly against the track and floor to ensure maximum sound insulation performance.
- Cleaning: Clean up the site, remove dust from the tracks, and wipe down the panels.
- Training: Demonstrate the correct operation method (stacking and unfolding) to the user before completing the handover.