GENERAL CLIP INSTALLATION RECOMMENDATIONS
INSTRUCTIONS FOR CORRECT POSITIONING AND WELDING
Installation Recommendations
The centerline of the rail must be used as the reference. Using gages is recommended.
Clips should be installed in opposing pairs. They should never be staggered
Welding should be completed prior to pad installation, as excessive heat could damage the pad.
Do not paint between clip components unless accepted by GANTEX.
Clip spacing, distance of weld to the edge of the steel plate. as well as corrosion protection will depend on the
application Please consult GANTREX.
Recommendations for Welding
The lower component of the GANTREX clips is welded to the support structure. The actual weld size is dictated
by design thrust and should be specified by the designer, who must also giwe comprehensive welding procedure
Weld Yon the back and sides of the clip may be as large as required to accommodate the imposed side thrust
and to meet governing welding code requirements
Welds X an Z” on the side facing the rail may not exceed the indicated values. This will avoid any interference
with the locating lug on the upper component or the rail
Weld Z on the side along the rail is not applicable if no pad is used: the toot of the rail may touch the weld
It the weld size or length are reduced, the full capacity of the chip might be jeopardized, please consult GANTEX.
CLIP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
New features
The Double Wedge Design ensures upper component remains in contact with rail toot during installation process.
Hitting the clip upper part with a hammer is not required anymore
Due to the special Square Shank Base screw head. electrical and pneumatic torque wrench is allowed and will
rot damage the screw
To be sure the right torque is achieved; regular control during installation with a calibrated torque wrench is
recommended.
Patent pending
Torques
CLIP SPARE PARTS
