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How do I frame an opening for a backdraft damper in a brick shaft

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Install a heavy-gauge structural steel angle iron frame sleeve anchored securely into the masonry opening using concrete wedge anchors. * Fasten your backdraft damper outer frame to this rigid structural steel lining box, taking care that the damper blades sit perfectly horizontal so that gravity can pull them closed when air pressure drops.

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Install a heavy-gauge structural steel angle iron frame sleeve anchored securely into the masonry opening using concrete wedge anchors. * Fasten your backdraft damper outer frame to...

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