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1” ALUMINUM MINIS
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ALUMINUM HORIZONTAL BLINDS
INTRODUCTION
Possibly the original Horizontal Blind, Aluminum Minis have been
around for decades. They offer timeless fashion, excellent light
control, and robust durability.
Our blinds are made with phosphate treated stamped steel
headrails and injection molded components that we have
continuously improved over the past 20 years with an eye toward
strength and durability. The headrails are layered with 2 coats of
polyester paint and then baked to produce a beautiful and
extremely tough protective finish. All of the internal hardware
components are manufactured of heavy-duty acetal low-friction
thermoplastics that are mechanically locked into the headrail
channel. Additionally, all of our aluminum slats have a signature
anti-static pre-coating, which helps to repel dust and fight buildup.
MOTORIZATION
Motorized blinds combine natural beauty with enhanced functionality and offer an excellent solution to control
natural light. With the best tilting resolution control in the industry, a single blind, or a group of blinds can be
controlled from a single remote and all align perfectly.
Ideal for hard to reach areas requiring light control, or scenarios that need a schedule to adjust the blinds
automatically in a busy restraint environment, motorized tile motors combined with a wide array of control
devices give you the options your business requires.
Quiet Operation
Solutions for motorized blinds include our premium offering of
ultra-quiet operation ideal for patient and guest room settings.
Individual & Group Control
Motorized blinds offer flexibility so that your blinds operate
according to your needs. Motorized blinds can be operated
individually, together as a group or a combination of both
options…instantly.
Battery Option
A completely wireless option that is battery-powered and
eliminates the need for any wiring. Add an optional Solar Pack
and create a maintenance-free and energy efficient solution!
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HORIZONTAL BLIND CHARACTERISTICS
FLAME RETARDANCY
FR Characteristics of Fabtex, Inc. Aluminum Horizontal Blinds
Fabtex 1” aluminum blinds consist mostly of metal in the form of aluminum slat materials as well as steel
headrail and bottom rail. The few plastic parts such as end caps, tape drums, bottom plugs, tassels, etc. are
a negligible percent of the blind (less than 10% by weight). The painted slat (either polyester coated aluminum
or acrylic coated aluminum) is nonflammable and meets flammability requirements. As for the polyester cords
and ladders, polyester inherently does not contribute to flame propagation and has a tendency to selfextinguish when the flame source is removed. In addition, the cords and ladders used in Fabtex aluminum
blinds have been tested by the supplier and have been independently tested to a modified NFPA-701 Small
Scale Test. The test confirmed that the polyester cords and ladder showed no flashing or flaming and meet
the requirements for fire resistance.
Certificate of Compliance
Fabtex, Inc. certifies that all aluminum horizontal blinds meet or exceed Federal Specifications AA-V-00200B
of June 5, 1973 for Type I or Type II Venetian Blinds, except in areas where the federal specification has
become obsolete.
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HORIZONTAL BLIND CUT SHEET
SHOP COLLECTION – 1.5” X 1” ALUMINUM MINI BLIND HEADRAIL
Blind Options
• Commercial Mini-Blind – 1 ½” x 1” Headrail with 6-Gauge Aluminum Slats
• Architect Mini-Blind – 1 ½” x 1” Headrail with 8-Gauge Aluminum Slats
• Professional Mini-Blind – 1 ½” x 1” Headrail with 6-Gauge Aluminum Slats
• Estate Mini-Blind – 1 ½” x 1” Headrail with 8-Gauge Aluminum Slats
System Features
• Heavy Duty Metal and Plastic Components
• Wand Tilter has a clutch mechanism preventing over-rotation and repair
Headrail:
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Polyester baked enamel – color coordinated
Phosphate treated steel – 1 ½” x 1” high
Wall thickness – 0.024” (before paint)
Valance Options: (Color Coordinated)
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Single slat valance
Double slat valance
Deluxe double slat valance
Cord Ladder: (Color Coordinated)
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Cord Ladder Spacing:
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Bottomrail: (Color Coordinated)
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Steel – C shape
Phosphate treated steel
Wall thickness – 0.024” (before paint)
Clear plastic end caps
Tilt Controls:
Wand Tilt Option
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The tilt mechanism features a clutch that
prevents over-rotation and repairs
The worm and gear arrangement is entirely
enclosed inside an acetal thermoplastic
housing
Control Locations: (Restrictions may apply)
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Polyester braided cord ladders are designed
to ensure proper control with adequate
overlap of slats when in the closed position
Maximum spacing between rout holes is 20”
Options:
– Builder Ladder: 22.5mm
– Contract Ladder: 21.5mm (14.2 Slats/Ft.)
– Classic Ladder: 19.5mm (15.7 Slats/Ft.)
– Privacy Ladder: 18.0mm (16.9 Slats/Ft.)
Privacy ladder features an offset route
hole that provides for increased light
blocking.
Lift Cords: (Color Coordinated)
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1.4mm Polyester braided cords designed for
lifting and lowering the blind
Mounting Hardware:
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Universal box brackets (color coordinated)
Center supports on blinds wider than 60”
Extension brackets (when requested)
Hold down brackets (when requested)
Standard: Tilter – Left / Lift Cords – Right
Reverse: Tilter – Right / Lift Cords – Left
Same Left: Tilter – Left / Lift Cords – Left
Same Right: Tilter – Right / Lift Cords - Right
Lift Control (Cord Lock):
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Snap-in design incorporates a stainless steel
wear guard over which cords pass
Incorporates a “Crash Proof” safety feature
that locks the blind automatically upon
release of cords
Other Headrail Channel Hardware:
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Headrail components are made of a
combination of metal and low friction acetal
thermoplastics
Snap-in design of components allows for
quick and easy repair if necessary
Size Recommendations:
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Minimum Width – 9”
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Minimum Drop – 9”
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Maximum Width – 96”
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Maximum Drop – 96”
The sizes listed above are merely recommendations.
Blinds may be ordered larger if required. Optional 2 or
3 blinds on a single headrail are available as well.
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HORIZONTAL BLIND CUT SHEET
SHOP COLLECTION – 1.5” X 1” ALUMINUM MINI BLIND HEADRAIL
Parts
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Headrail (steel)
Pinion Rod (Hex Tilt Rod)
End Stiffeners
Cord Lock
Wand Tilter
Ladder Drum
Cradle
Box Installation Bracket
Clear Hex Wand
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Cord Ladder
Lift Cord 1.4mm
Cord Tassels
Bottomrail Plugs
Bottomrail – C Shape
Bottomrail End Caps
Slats
Cord Safety Rings
Hold Down Brackets - Optional
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HORIZONTAL BLIND SPECIFICATIONS
SHOP COLLECTION – 1” HORIZONTAL ALUMINUM BLIND
SECTION 12492
Part 1 – General
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1.3
1.4
1.5
Scope
A. Furnish and install roller shades provided by Fabtex Inc., (800) 778-2791
B. Substitutions: Not Permitted
C. Installer qualifications:
1. The installer shall be a firm approved by Fabtex, Inc.
2. The installer shall be qualified to install the product specified, as demonstrated by prior
experience.
B. Job mock-up: A sample blind may be installed on the jobsite prior to the beginning of the project.
Submittals
A. Product information: Submit Fabtex product literature and installation instructions.
B. Shop drawings: Indicate field-measured dimensions of opening which are to receive blinds, details
on mounting surface and sill conditions, and details of corners and conditions between adjacent
blinds.
C. Color samples: Submit a sample of each type and color of material specified.
Delivery, Storage, and Handling
A. Packing and shipping:
1. Materials shall be delivered to the project in Fabtex’s original unopened packaging with labels
intact.
B. Storage:
1. Materials shall be stored in a clean area, which is free of corrosive fumes, dust, and away from
construction activities.
2. Materials shall be stacked horizontally using plastic or wood shims such that drainage and
ventilation are provided for, and such that water cannot accumulate in, about or upon
containers.
3. Stacks shall be covered with tarpaulins or plastic such that ventilation is provided for, and such
that contaminants are prevented from contacting surfaces.
Project/Site Conditions (Before Product Installation Begins)
A. Roof must be tight, windows and frames installed and glazed, and interior doors hung.
B. Wet work including concrete, masonry, plaster, stucco, terrazzo, sheetrock, spackling, and taping
(including sanding) shall be complete and dry.
C. Ceilings, window pockets, electrical, and mechanical work above the product shall be complete.
D. Electrical power (110 volt AC) shall be available for installer’s tools within 500 ft. of product
installation areas.
E. Flooring materials such as carpet, tile, etc. must be completed.
Warranty
A. Lifetime limited warranty: Fabtex, Inc. shall repair or replace for the seven year expected life of the
blind, at its option, without charge, any part found defective in workmanship or material as long as
the blind remains in the same window for which it was purchased.
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HORIZONTAL BLIND SPECIFICATIONS
SHOP COLLECTION – 1” HORIZONTAL ALUMINUM BLIND
SECTION 12492
Part 2 – Products
2.1 Manufacturer and Product Description
A. Acceptable product: 1” Aluminum Blind manufactured by Fabtex, Inc. (800) 778-2791
B. Materials:
1. Colors: Selected from Fabtex Color Selector
2. Headrail
a. Steel Channel shall be 1” high by 1 1/2” deep. Design of the headrail to include rolled edges
at top. Headrail to be fabricated from 0.024” thick (before coating) phosphate treated steel
and finished with vinyl primer and a top coat of polyester baked coating.
b. Hardware: Hardware shall be acetal low friction thermoplastic and guide lift cords and
ladders in the head channel preventing wear and discoloration. Operating hardware shall
be mechanically locked into headrail channel, by means of snap-in fittings.
3. Metal Bottom rail: Tubular shape, 0.024” thick (before coating) phosphate treated steel with
prime coat of vinyl primer and finished coat of polyester baked enamel matching headrail and
coordinating with slat color. Bottom rail shall be roll-formed after coating into “C” shape. Bottom
rail will be finished at each end with clear thermoplastic bottom rail end caps. Thermoplastic
protective caps in bottom rail shall be used to secure ladder ends and assure window sill
protection. Hold-down bracket pins shall be available.
4. Slats: Slats shall be 5086-H19 aluminum alloyed for maximum strength, flexibility and
resistance to corrosion. Slats shall be nominally 1” wide, actual 0.991” (plus 0.004” or minus
0.000”). Slats shall have a pre-coating that features an anti-static performance to help repel
dust and a smoother, harder less porous surface. A properly formed contour creates the
finished crown with corner radii of 3/16” tangent to edge of slat. The end clearance of each
slat shall not exceed 1/4” from each side of the window opening for jamb installation.
a. Thickness (select one)
i. 6 gauge (0.006”)
ii. 8 gauge (0.008”)
5. Valance Options (select one)
a. Standard valance: Two 1” slats attached to the headrail with polycarbonate brackets.
b. Deluxe valance: Consists of two 1” slats inserted into a clear solid vinyl sleeve, with hidden
brackets attaching the sleeve to the headrail.
6. Tilt Rod Support: Tilt rod support shall be acetal low friction thermoplastic and shall support tilt
rod. It shall provide a smooth bearing surface and center the ladder drum over ladder hole.
Incorporated with tilt rod support shall be metal lift cord rollers to guide lift cords when entering
and exiting headrail for smoother lifting and lowering operation. Acetal grommet shall have
beveled edges to prevent cord and braided ladder wear and discoloration.
7. Ladder Drum: Shall be durable steel with smooth hole edges to position ladder. Ladders will
be securely attached by means of a bend down top, including braided ladder clips.
8. Cord Lock: Cord lock shall be of snap-in design and incorporate a stainless steel wear guard
over which cords pass and a floating shaft-type locking pin. Locking pin shall be free of abrasive
teeth and offer minimum wear to cord. Cord lock shall incorporate a “crash-proof” safety feature
that shall lock blind automatically upon release of cord. End of lift cords shall be finished
separately with plastic tassels.
a. Cord Guide: Shall be nickel plated steel and will guide and center lift cords into cord lock
opening.
9. Shaft Type Tilter: The tilter shall be of a worm and gear arrangement in a totally enclosed gear
case (housing). The worm (tilter shaft) shall be heavy duty clear polycarbonate; the gear of
nylon and the gear housing of acetal thermoplastic. The tilter shall be designed for smooth, low
friction operation and shall have a safety clutch feature that prevents over-rotation.
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SECTION 12492
Part 2 – Products (continued)
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a. Tilt Wand: The tilt wand shall be a clear polycarbonate rod with a hexagonal shape
measuring approximately 3/8” in diameter, providing a positive, comfortable grip. The
wand shall hang vertically by its own weight and should be of sufficient length for easy
access and operation. Wand shall be attached to the tilter shaft by means of a spring clip
and shall be easily detached and reattached in the field.
Hexagonal Tilt Rod: Tilt rod shall be electro-zinc coated solid steel. Tilt rod shall be hexagonal
in cross-section measuring 0.25” at its widest points. Tilt rod shall limit torsional deflection to 6
degrees in a 30” test length with a torque application of one-foot pound.
Braided Ladders (Slat Supports)
a. Shall have braided ladder which will assure proper control with adequate overlap of slats
in the closed position. Distance between end ladder and end of slats will not exceed 6”;
distance between braided ladders shall not exceed 20”.
b. Braided Ladder Material: Material shall be 100% high tenacity polyester yarn. Vertical
component shall be not less than 0.045” diameter nor greater than 0.066” diameter, and
shall provide maximum strength and flexibility with minimum stretch. Horizontal
component, or rungs, shall be not less than two threads and shall be approximately
31.0mm long. Standard ladder will provide 21.5mm of distance between slats. Ladders
shall be of sufficient length for bottom of blind to hang with a tolerance of plus onehalf/minus zero inches of the specified length. Ladders shall be dyed to Fabtex color
standard.
Lift Cords: Lift cords shall be braided with polyester jacket and center core or an approved
equal construction. Size of cord shall be 1.4mm. Cords shall be detachable, if required, and
shall be of sufficient length to properly control the raising or lowering of the blind. Lift cords
shall be equipped with plastic tassels. Cord ends shall be securely anchored to the bottom rail
and it shall be possible to detach and attach cords. Cording arrangements shall comply with
assembly standards set for the size and weight of the blind. Cords shall be dyed to Fabtex color
standard.
Cord Lock and Tilter Operation Locations:
a. Shall be made with the following cord lock and tilter location options when viewed from
within the room:
i. Tilter at left, cord lock at right (standard)
ii. Cord lock at left, tilter at right (reverse)
iii. Tilter and cord lock at left (both left)
iv. Tilter and cord lock at right (both right)
b. On blinds less than 18” wide, only the first two options above apply.
c. Blinds less than 12” but more than 7” will have a tilter only, which will be centered.
Brackets
a. Installation Brackets shall allow adequate space to accommodate power screwdriver for
mounting. The brackets shall facilitate easy installation and removal of headrail channel.
End support box brackets made of steel in matching colors. Face of bracket shall be hinged
to lock headrail in place or allow installation and removal.
b. Intermediate Support Brackets shall be furnished for blinds over 60” wide. Maximum
spacing for intermediate support brackets shall be 48”.
c. Extension Brackets (optional) are available.
d. Hold-Down Brackets (optional) universal hold-down brackets for sill or jamb are available.
Headrail End Stiffener: To add rigidity to the headrail, steel end stiffener shall be inserted at
each end of the headrail.
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SHOP COLLECTION – 1” HORIZONTAL ALUMINUM BLIND
SECTION 12492
Part 2 – Products (continued)
16. General: The blind shall be free of sharp edges, burrs or other defects which might be harmful.
When other materials result in improved specifications, they may be adopted.
17. Size Limitations:
a. Maximum width: 120” (single blind on one headrail). Blinds up to 120” are available as two
blinds on one headrail.
b. Maximum drop: Standard drop 120”.
18. Color: Color of headrail, bottom rail, ladder, cord and plastic accessories shall coordinate with
slats.
2.2 Fabrication
A. Prior to fabrication, verify actual opening dimensions by on-site measurement. Calculate blind
dimensions to fit within specified tolerances.
B. Fabricate blinds to fill openings from head to sill and jamb to jamb. The minimum clearance blindto-blind shall be 1/4”. Locate blind divisions at mullions.
Part 3 – Execution
3.1 Inspection
A. Verify that the work area in which the blinds will be installed is free of conditions that interfere with
blind installations and operations. Begin blind installation only when unsatisfactory conditions have
been corrected.
3.2 Installation
A. Install blinds in accordance with Fabtex procedures except as otherwise specified herein.
B. Install intermediate support brackets and extension brackets as needed to prevent deflection in
headrail.
C. Install blinds with adequate clearance to permit smooth operation of blinds and any sash operators.
Hold blinds 1/4” clear from each side of window opening on inside mount unless other clearance is
indicated.
D. Set tilt and lift controls. Demonstrate blinds to be in smooth, uniform working order.
3.3 Cleaning
A. Clean soiled blind surfaces with a mild soap solution. Do not use steam, hot water, bleach or any
abrasive or solvent-based cleaners. Do not wash metallic colors.
B. To ensure proper drying, provide adequate ventilation for blinds, remove bottom rail plastic end
caps, and tip headrail and bottom rail to drain water.
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