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Journeyman to Senior Installer
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The purpose of this page is to outline the process for installing lit glass shelving. Prior to beginning this process, ensure the system skeleton is complete. Refer to the basic and complex lighting pages for overall setup of a lighting network.
Page Contents
Skill Requirements
Tools & Hardware
Installation Steps
Related Training Materials
Final Steps & Delivery
Certification
Tips from the Field
Terms & Definitions
BOM Codes
Types of Installation: Off-the-Floor, Floor-Based
Installer Level Required: Journeyman Installer
Products Required: TFL Material, Accessories, Special Order
Tools Required
1/2” Drill Bit
Drill Driver/Impact Drill
Gloves for Handling
must have grip
Glass Cleaner
Installation Steps
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times when handling material and operating the power tools mentioned throughout this process. Review the PPE Matrix for further guidance.
Test the light functionality.
Install the shelf supports into the pre-drilled holes with the smaller tip facing up.
Connect the shelf light lead to any required extensions.
Pull the lead to the designated distribution box at the top or bottom of the component.
Use the rubber gloves when handling glass.
Connect the shelf lead/extension to the distribution box and complete the network set up.
If the system contains backing, follow the lighting with backing process to create an access hole for the shelf’s light lead.
Refer to TAG Hardware’s Installation Manual for more information.
Related Training Materials
Skeleton Fundamentals
Complete the Installation
PPE Matrix
Final Steps & Delivery
Inspect the installation and complete any touch ups if necessary.
If there are no more components to install, remove all stickers/labels.
If there are no more components to install, complete the clean up process.
If there are no more components to install, complete the Professional Installation Experience by walking through the space with the customer and delivering the final product.
Certification Steps:
Lights were tested prior to installation, and are functioning.
Lights function according to the required switch/remote/wall switch.
All cables are hidden.
Tips from the Field
Tips submitted by fellow installers and leaders in the field. These optional tips are intended to make this install process simpler.
Click here to submit your own tip from the field.
Terms & Definitions
BOM | Bill of Materials; parts list |
Distribution Box | Box that plugs into the Driver which light leads and |
Driver | Source of power for the distribution boxes and lights. |
Elevation | The CAD Design Plan created by the Design Consultant |
Lead | The cord connecting the light to the distribution box. |
BOM Codes
The purpose of this section is to provide guidance when confirming details on the BOM. This list includes all individual parts typically associated with this process.
IGS | Illuminated Glass Shelf |
IGSF | Filler for Illuminated Glass Shelf |
The codes in the table above are directly from the Corporate CAD database and may not reflect all codes included in the Supported Franchise Database or Independent Franchise Databases.
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