INSTALLATION AND PROCUREMENT / FIELD NOTE 44

Panelizing Curved Soffits Around Lighting

Lighting apertures and curved soffit seams need to be coordinated in three dimensions. A cutout that fits in reflected plan may conflict with a return or fixing in section.

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Review checkpoints: Luminaire envelope → Aperture datum → Service access
Review checkpoints: Luminaire envelope → Aperture datum → Service access.

What to check on your project

Send the luminaire envelope, access needs and desired alignment with joints. Mark cutout datums and confirm who supplies its backing or support. Check the opening on a representative panel before release.

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