Roof Curbs, Extensions and

Equipment Supports

December
2012
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Curbs, Extensions
and Equipment Supports

Table of Contents
Model GPI Standard and Special Purpose Roof Curbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Optional Construction Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Sound Curbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Model Number Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Pitched and Ridged Curbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Roof Curb Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Dimensional Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Equipment Supports and Curb Extensions . . . . . 5
Typical Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Prefabricated roof curbs reduce installation time and Extensions raise the fan discharge and can provide an
costs by ensuring compatibility between the fan, curb accessible mounting location for dampers. Insect screen
and roof opening. A wide variety of roof curbs are bases and vented extensions are also available.
available including: flanged, straight-sided, canted,
pitched, ridged, vented, and sound-absorbing.

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Standard
Construction Features

Construction - Curb sizes under 50 inches Optional Security Bars - Security bars are available
(1270 mm) square are 18 gauge galvanized steel or up to 50 by 92 inches (1270 x 2337 mm) to prevent
0.063 aluminum. Curb sizes 50 inches (1270 mm) unlawful entry. The bars consist of 11⁄2 inch (38 mm)
square and greater are 16 gauge galvanized steel or 10 gauge flat steel bar,
0.080 aluminum. slotted and
welded 6 inches
(152 mm) apart
3 from one
1 2 another and are
powder coated.

Optional Curb Seal - This rubber seal between the

fan and the curb cap is available to ensure proper
performance of the fan. The seal also helps prevent
insects and moisture from entering and reduces
vibration transmission in the ductwork.

4 Optional Liner (Double Shell)

Available for installations
where it is not desirable
1 Formed Body Curb - Curbs are perfectly formed for insulation to be
on three sides and have only one welded seam to exposed to the
ensure a strong square curb. airstream.
2 Lap Joints - Wood nailers attached to GPI curbs
consist of notched and lapped joints to ensure Optional Coatings - A wide variety of coatings and
strength and durability. colors are available. Decorative coatings are available
in sixteen standard colors. Protective coatings are
3 Insulation - Ridged fiberglass insulation is standard
available in five electrostatically applied powders
on all GPI curbs. The insulation is securely attached
providing a selection for most environments.
at both the top and bottom with an insulation tray
so it will not have any exposed ends. Three pound All coatings and relative resistance charts can be found
density insulation is available in 1 or 11⁄2 inch in Greenheck’s Product Application Guide, Performance
(25 or 38 mm) thicknesses. Coatings for Ventilation Products.
4 Optional Damper Tray - Designed to hold a
standard Greenheck damper. The design includes
flanges, which allow the damper to be placed in the
tray and fastened.

MATERIAL AVAILABILITY INSULATION DAMPER SECURITY LINER CURB

FEATURE AVAILABILITY (INCHES) TRAY BARS (DOUBLE SHELL) SEAL
COATINGS
GALVANIZED ALUMINUM
FLAT ROOF GPI / GPF / GPS / GPR 9 9 1, 11⁄2 9 9 9 9 9
FLAT ROOF - VENTED GPFV 9 9 - - - - 9 9
FLAT ROOF - HEAVY DUTY GPFHD 9 - 1 9 - 9 9 9
FLAT ROOF - HEAVY LOAD GPFHL 9 9 1 9 - 9 9 9
FLAT ROOF - SOUND CURB ATS / ATR / ATI 9 9 1, 11⁄2 STANDARD - - 9 9
PITCHED OR RIDGED ROOF GPIP / GPIR / GPFP 9 9 1, 11⁄2 9 - 9 9 9
GPFR 9 9 1, 11⁄2 9 - - 9 9
PITCHED OR RIDGED ROOF - SOUND CURB ATIP / ATIR 9 9 1, 11⁄2 - - - 9 9
CURB EXTENSION - EXTENDED BASES GPE 9 9 - STANDARD - - 9 9
MOUNTS BETWEEN THE FAN AND ROOF CURB
ATE 9 9 - STANDARD - - 9 9
VCE 9 9 - - - - 9 9
ISB 9 9 - - - - 9 9
GPEX 9 9 - - - - 9 9
EQUIPMENT SUPPORTS GESS / GESR 9 9 - - - - 9 9
ADAPTER ADAPTER 9 9 - - - - 9 9

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Curbs

Square Curbs Rectangular Curbs

GP(x) R - 34 - 24* - G 12 GP(x) P - 30 x 42 - 22 x 34* - A 12
GPI, GPS, Nominal Material Curb GPI, GPS, Nominal *Optional Damper Curb
GPR, GPF, Curb Size A-Aluminum Height GPR, GPF, Curb Size Tray Size Height
GPFV (Unit curb cap) G-Galvanized GPFV (Unit curb cap)
Flat Roofs Flat Roofs
P-Pitched *Optional Damper P-Pitched Material
*Optional Damper
R-Ridged or Tray Size R-Ridged or A-Aluminum
Tray shown only
Double Pitched Double Pitched G-Galvanized
when specified

All curbs featured on this page are standard 18 gauge steel and mount directly to the roof deck structure. Roofing
material to be sealed to the top of the wood nailer for weather tightness or sealed to the flashing flange of the curb.
See page three for additional construction and available accessory features for all Greenheck curb models.
Lap- Available
1 inch
Jointed Flashing Heights
Roof Curbs Description (25 mm)
Wooden Flange
Insulation Inches (mm)
Nailer
GPI for flat roofs. Fully formed on three sides with a
single, fully welded seam when dimension is (L+Wx2) 2 inches 12 to 42
<118 inches (2997 mm). Larger sizes are a fully welded 9 9 51 mm (305 to 1067)
assembly.

GPIP for pitched roofs

2 inches 12 to 24
GPIR for ridged or double pitch roofs 9 9 51 mm (305 to 610)
Fully welded on all four sides.

GPS for flat roofs. Canted design is recommended when

smaller roof openings are desired and aids in transition 11⁄8 inch 8 to 20
of roof material from the deck to the wood nailer. Fully 9 9 28.58 mm (203 to 508)
welded on all four sides.

GPR with raised cant for flat roofs. Raised cant is

available up to 6 inches (152 mm) in height for deck 11⁄8 inch 8 to 20
insulation. Cant provides transition from surface 9 9 28.58 mm (203 to 508)
insulation to wood nailer. Fully welded on all four sides.

GPF for flat roofs. Curbs are used for high wind/seismic
applications - see fan details for more information. Fully
5 inches 8 to 42
formed on three sides with a single, fully welded seam
when dimension (L+Wx2) <118 inches (2997 mm).
9 - 127 mm (203 to 1067)
Larger sizes are a fully welded assembly.

GPFP for pitched roofs

GPFR for ridged or double pitch roofs 5 inches 8 to 24
Used for high wind/seismic applications - see fan details 9 - 127 mm (203 to 610)
for more information. Fully welded on all four sides.

GPFV vented roof curb for flat roofs for kitchen

applications. Vents allow hot air and gases to escape
between the ductwork and roof curb. Curb is designed
to provide the required 40 inch (1016 mm) minimum 5 inches Available in
discharge height above the roof line per NFPA 96. - - 127 mm nine sizes.
Curb is fully formed on three sides with a single, fully
welded seam when dimension is (L+Wx2) <118 inches
(2997 mm). Larger sizes are fully welded.
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Special HeaderRoof Curbs,
Equipment Supports, Curb Extensions,

1 inch Available
Special Purpose Flashing Heights
Description (25 mm)
Roof Curbs Flange
Insulation Inches (mm)
GPFHL for heavy load applications. Its construction is
intended to support compression loads exceeding 1,000
pounds (454 kg). GPFHL is mounted directly to the roof
5 inches 12 to 24
deck structure, and the roofing material is brought to
the vertical surface and sealed to the flashing flange.
9 127 mm (305 to 610)
Additional standard construction features include 14 gauge
galvanized steel and internal vertical support members.
GPFHD for supporting heavy load equipment in severe
duty, high wind and seismic applications. The double thick
flashing flange provides an extremely durable surface to Double
secure the curb to the building structure. The roofing Thick 12 to 24
material is brought to the vertical surface and sealed to the 9 5 inches (305 to 610)
flashing flange. Additional standard construction features 127 mm
include 12 gauge galvanized steel and internal vertical
support members.

Equipment Available Heights

Description
Supports and Widths

GESS and GESR. These equipment supports are designed for Heights of 8, 12 and 14 inches
use on both insulated (GESR) and non-insulated (GESS) flat roof (203, 305 and 356 mm)
decks. They are mounted directly to the deck structure, then
roofed and flashed for weather tightness. Models GESS and Widths of 4, 6 and 8 inches
GESR are available in welded aluminum or galvanized steel. (102, 152 and 203 mm)

GPE and GPEX. The extended base models mount between

the fan and roof curb. Models consist of welded aluminum or Heights of 12 to 24 inches
galvanized steel. The GPE is designed with an access door to
(305 to 610 mm) in 1/2 inch
GPEX
provide easy access to the damper and damper actuator as well
as fulfilling additional height requirements. The GPEX is also (13 mm) increments.
designed to provide additional height.
GPE

Curb Extensions Description

VCE. A vented curb extension is typically used in kitchen applications where the vents allow
hot air and gases to escape between the ductwork and the roof curb. Designed for use with an
8 inch (203 mm) high roof curb and Greenheck fan models CUBE, CUE or USGF to provide the
required 40 inch (1016 mm) minimum discharge height above the roof line per NFPA 96. Model
VCE consists of galvanized steel or welded aluminum.

ISB. Insect screen bases are available for applications where the building must be completely
free of insects, as in food processing operations. Insect screen bases mount between the fan
and the roof curb and provide an additional 6 inches (152 mm) of height. Two bolted access
doors are provided for removal and cleaning of the screen. Model ISB is constructed of
galvanized steel or aluminum with a fine mesh screen made of aluminum or stainless steel.

Adapters and Reducers. Use to adapt or reduce the standard fan curb cap dimensions to a
non-standard specified curb size. Adapters available to match a curb size within 20 inches
(508 mm) of standard. Reducers available to match a curb size within 10 inches (254 mm) of
standard. Adapters and reducers are most commonly used to match new fans to existing roof
curbs. Construction consists of welded galvanized steel or aluminum.

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Sound Header

AT Sound Curbs are designed to reduce fan generated sound from traveling down ductwork without
adversely affecting fan performance. Air passes between the streamlined baffles allowing fan
sound to be absorbed and dissipated within the curb area preventing it from entering the
building. Each perforated aluminum baffle section is filled with fiberglass wool. Spring steel
wire holding clips secure the aluminum baffle. Assembly is a rigid, durable section which
will not warp or twist out of shape. Permanently constructed baffles are easy to remove
Perforated
for access to dampers or for occasional cleaning. No tools are required. Slight pressure is Aluminum Baffle
required to spread the spring wire to release it.
Standard construction features for sound curbs are 18 gauge steel and one inch (25 mm) insulation. Sound curbs
mount directly to the roof deck structure. Roofing material to be sealed to the top of the lap-jointed wooden nailer
for weather tightness.

Flashing
Sound Curbs Description Available Heights
Flange

ATS for flat roofs. The canted design is recommended when

smaller roof openings are desired and aid in the transition of 11⁄8 inch 18 inches
roofing material from deck to the wood nailer. Fully welded 28.58 mm (457 mm)
on all four sides.

18 inches (457 mm)

ATR for flat roofs. Curb body is recessed into the roof
OVERALL HEIGHT
achieving a lower overall height. Roof openings must be as
11⁄8 inch Mounted nine inches
large as the curb body. Canted design aids in the transition
28.58 mm (229 mm) above roof deck
of roofing material from deck to the wood nailer. Fully welded
and nine inches (229 mm)
on all four sides.
below roof deck
ATI for flat roofs. ATI is fully formed on three sides with a
single, fully welded seam when dimension (L+Wx2) <118
inches. Larger sizes are a fully welded assembly. 2 inch 18 inches
ATIP for pitched roofs. 51 mm (457 mm)
ATIR for ridged (double pitched) roofs.
ATIP and ATIR are fully welded on all four sides.
Extension

ATE sound attenuating curb extensions. Designed to reduce fan

18 to 24 inches
generated sound traveling down the ductwork. ATE is an extension
(457 to 610 mm)
to be mounted between the fan and the roof curb.

Pitched and Ridged Curbs

To order, the following information is required:
PITCHED RIDGED
1. Specify pitched or ridged.
2. Include roof rise and run (see diagrams). This
will be represented as a ratio (rise:run) with run
always expressed as 12 units. Units of measure
must be the same (inches, centimeters, etc.).
Example: The Pitch of a roof with a Rise of HT HT
3 inches and a Run of 12 inches equals a ratio
of 3:12 (A comparable metric rise and run ratio is
presented as 7.62/30.485 cm).
Rise

Rise

3. When specifying a rectangular curb, note whether

Run=12
the slope runs in the direction of the short side or Run=12
the long side of the curb.
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Dimensional Data

Basic Adapter and Reducer Dimensional Information

Adapter/Reducer curb width and length is actual.
Amount of over sizing must be defined.
Curbs without wood nailers =
For adapted curb cap - plan for width
and length to be 1/2-inch (13 mm) ADAPTER
larger than the curb AD dimension. (Fan curb cap is smaller than existing curb)
Curbs with wood nailers =
For adapted curb cap - plan for width Fan REDUCER
and length to be 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) (Fan curb cap is larger
larger than the curb AD dimensions. Curb Cap W & L than existing curb)

Adapters Curb Cap W & L

Less 1/2 in. (13 mm) 2 1/2 in.
Minimum adapted amount = (64 mm)
2 1/2 in.
1-1/2 inches (38 mm) (64 mm) Actual Adapted
Curb Cap W & L
Maximum adapted amount =
AD
20 inches (508 mm)
Curb
Reducers
Minimum reduced amount =
1-1/2 inches (38 mm)
Maximum reduced amount =
10 inches (254 mm)

Basic Curb Dimensional Information

Models: Models: Models: Model:
GPS, GPR, ATS GPI, GPF, GPFV, ATI GPE, GPEX, VCE, ISB, ATE ATR

AD AD
AD
AD

B B B

Wood Nailer Flanged

Curb Curb
Model Dimensions
GPI, GPS, GPR, ATS, ATR, ATI
AD (actual) = 1½ inches (38 mm) less than unit curb cap
nominal wood nailer curbs
GPF, GPFV, GPEX, VCE, ISB, ATE
AD (actual) = 1 inch (25 mm) less than unit curb cap
nominal flanged curbs
GPS, GPR, ATS, ATR B = AD Dimension + 8¼ inches (210 mm)
GPI, ATI B = AD Dimension + 4 inches (102 mm)
GPF, GPFV B = AD Dimension + 10 inches (254 mm)
GPE, GPEX, VCE, ISB, ATE B = Same as unit curb cap dimensions
Note: AD is the actual width and length of the roof curb. Roof curbs are typically ordered using
the nominal dimension which is equivalent to the unit curb cap dimension. GPI GPF

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Greenheck's straight-sided roof curbs are 6. Apply curb seal (rubber gasket) to
designed for general exhaust or supply the top of roof curb to seal fan or
applications. ventilator to curb to prevent air leaks
and water penetration and to reduce
General Flashed Roof Installation: the transmission of vibration from fan
Remove roofing material where roof
to building.
penetration is to be made and provide a
10-inch (254 mm) wide clearance around 7. Place fan or ventilator onto roof curb
perimeter of hole in roof. and center. In cases where the gap
between the 2 components is larger
1. Apply roofing cement around roof
than 3/4 of an inch (19 mm), install
opening.
a wood filler strip on all 4 sides
2. Place and center roof curb over hole between the fan curb cap and the
in roof so it sits on roofing cement. roof curb.
Make sure the roof curb is placed
8. Secure fan’s curb cap to the roof
over an adequate support structure
curb using a minimum of two lag
to handle the weight and wind load of
screws, anchor bolts, or suitable
curb and fan assembly.
metal fasteners per side (fasteners
3. Secure roof curb to roof deck using a by others).
minimum of three lag screws, anchor
9. Install guy-wires from the fan to
bolts, or suitable metal fasteners per
the roof deck to increase stability
side and two per corner (fasteners
if needed.
by others).
Notes:
4. Install insulation if required.
• For rubber roofs, refer to roof
5. Field flash – flashing should extend manufacturer for roof curb installation.
at least 4 inches (102 mm) beyond
the horizontal flange on roof curb. • No replacement parts available.
Flashing should also extend over • For installation of specialty curbs
the top flange surface where there and high wind curbs, see CAPS for
is a wood nailer for a leak resistant installation details.
installation.

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