Frame Anchors
Anchoring systems that secure hollow metal frames to the wall structure at every point of contact — specified at the time of frame order and installed at the factory.
The correct anchor selection depends on your wall construction type and the frame application. HMF Express frames come with factory-installed anchors specified to NAAMM HMMA 830 standards. Review your wall construction type and consult your rep or the catalog for the appropriate anchor schedule.
Floor Anchor
Provides positive stop at the bottom of the frame and anchors to the floor substrate — required for most applications.
Strap Anchor
Flat steel strap welded to the frame back and embedded in masonry or screwed to metal studs.
Wire Anchor
Adjustable wire loop anchor for masonry walls — allows for precise frame positioning during block or brick laying.
Jamb Anchor
Clip-type anchor welded to the jamb back for attachment to metal stud or wood stud walls.
Base Anchor
Heavy-gauge base anchor plate for installations requiring additional stability at the frame base.
T-Strap Anchor
T-shaped strap anchor for masonry applications where strap anchors won't provide adequate pull-out resistance.
Base — Standard
Fixed connection at frame jamb base. Set in concrete or fastened to floor during installation.
Base — Adjustable
Vertical adjustment for uneven floor conditions. Precise leveling after frame is set.
Base — Inverted
Anchor tab points upward into wall cavity. For finished floor installations.
Base Clips
Small steel clips at frame jamb base. Field-adjustable for various floor conditions.
Base Hole
Factory-punched hole at jamb base for field-installed lag bolts, concrete anchors, or screws.
Bolt Anchors
Through-bolted frame-to-structure connection for maximum pull-out resistance.
Compression Anchor
Spring-loaded mechanism applies continuous outward pressure against wall studs. No fasteners at anchor point.
EMA — Butterfly
Folding butterfly wings expand behind existing masonry for secure hold. No mortar required.
EMA — Pipe Sleeve
Pipe sleeve through frame into masonry. Bolt tightens frame against solid masonry or concrete.
EMA — Top Hat
Hat-shaped profile wedges into existing masonry mortar joints with fastener through frame.
Mullion Anchor
Secures intermediate mullion members to head and sill of multi-opening frame assemblies.
Mullion Base
Floor connection for intermediate mullion base. Prevents lateral movement, keeps mullion plumb.
Multi-Purpose
Single anchor design for masonry, drywall, and wood stud walls. Reduces specification complexity.
Lead Lined Combo Strap
Lead shielding at anchor penetration prevents radiation leakage for lead lined frame installations.
Punch & Dimple
Factory-punched hole with countersink dimple for flush fastener head into wall structure.
Punch Face
Slot in frame throat for face-fastening where backside access is not available.
Sill Anchor
Secures bottom sill member of 4-sided and borrowed lite frames to the floor substrate.
Steel Stud
Clip-style attachment for metal stud wall framing. Screw or weld to stud.
Strap — Adjustable
Slotted hole for horizontal adjustment. Accommodates wall thickness and stud placement variations.
“T” Anchor
T-shaped profile embedded in masonry mortar joints for greater pull-out resistance.
Wire Anchor
Heavy-gauge wire loop extends into masonry mortar joint. Adjustable positioning before mortar sets.
Wood Stud
Screw attachment into wood studs for wood-framed drywall partition installations.
Wood & Steel Stud
Dual-purpose anchor for mixed wood and metal stud framing conditions.