Self-Supporting Header

OVERVIEW

The Self-Supporting Header is used for applications where the building does not have the strength to hold the door’s weight and loads and/or is used to extend the clear opening past the roofline, increasing available overhead space. This option is available for all door sizes.

The system consists of two wide flange vertical columns and a web truss header system. The header comes attached to the door with a simple 4 bolt connection to the pre-drilled vertical columns. This system is typically mounted to the exterior of the building and anchored into the building’s foundation. The header can also be set into the building for a flush exterior look (depending on building clearances). All necessary mounting hardware and foundation mounting brackets are included.

Insulation caps are provided to insulate the header system when ordered with the Insulation Package. They are inserted into the vertical columns and fastened to the underside of the header. All insulation caps are covered in a 26-gauge charcoal sheeting to match the door frame.

The Self-Supporting Header comes factory painted to match the bi-fold door frame. All necessary fasteners are included.