Armory FAQ
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Is it necessary to place the armory on a concrete or asphalt pad?
It is not necessary to place your Armag Armory on a concrete or asphalt pad, but these pads do enhance the leveling of the building. At a minimum we recommend a compacted crushed stone base beneath the building. Should you choose to go with concrete we recommend a 6 in. to 8 in. pad. Check local building guidelines to determine if a footer is required and, if so, how deep the footer is to be.
How much maintenance should I expect to encounter over the life of the armory?
Your Armag Armory is very low maintenance. You will need to grease the door hinges regularly (2-3 times per year in mild environments and monthly in more extreme environments). A grease fitting is attached to the hinge making it easy to apply the grease deep into the hinge.
The paint should last 8-10 years in mild conditions. However, in extreme environments such as coastal areas the life will be less. The best practice is to thoroughly inspect the exterior finish 2-3 times per year. Early detection of a problem will greatly limit the amount of maintenance needed to remedy the situation. Contact Armag with any questions.
For armories that come with electrical components, what do I need to hook up power to it?
If your armory has electrical items installed by Armag it will come with an external electrical disconnect panel installed. A licensed electrician should be contracted to bring power to your armory. The power will be connected to our exterior mounted disconnect.
I don't see an armory on your website that meets my unique needs. Do you offer customization?
Yes, Armag can customize the armory to meet your needs. We understand the military safety regulations and will make recommendations that will keep your project in compliance. There are a variety of standard options that we offer, and we are happy to discuss options unique to your needs. Contact us to discuss your application.
How is the armory delivered and offloaded?
Freight to your site and offloading charges are the customer’s responsibility. We arrange the transportation for you and will add it to your invoice. Offloading equipment for your armory will be determined by its size. Small armories may be offloaded with a forklift while large armories may require the services of a crane. Your Armag sales rep can help you determine which type equipment may be needed.
If a crane is required we recommend you contact a local rigging company and have them do a site survey before the load is shipped. The distance in which the crane will have to swing the load will have a significant bearing on the size crane needed. Also, during the site survey the rigger will look for overhead obstructions (trees, power lines, etc). One should also know that trucks may be 75′ to 100′ long so you need to evaluate the roadway to determine whether there are tight turns in the road that the truck may not be able to navigate.
Is it necessary to ground the armory?
Yes, to protect your armory against electrical strikes it will need to be properly grounded. A licensed electrician should be used to connect the ground brackets, cables, and rods (sold separately) to the armory.
