What is the purpose of a curtain wall?
A curtain wall is the aluminium framed wall which comes with a variety of metal panels, thin stones, glass, etc. The whole frame joints your building structure and does not take the load from the floor or roof because it depends upon the whole building structure.
Such type of structure came into picture after the 2nd-word war when the demand for aluminium rise for sectors other than military. As the whole structure is responsible for holding a building from the exterior, so it is vital to choose the material and design that can withstand the uncertain events and climatic events with ease. Ensure the materials durable and sound to make the premises stand straight for long time.
Curtain wall installation uses glass to minimize heating as well as cooling prices. With a low U-rating, glass is used to cut solar heat gain. A U-rating means how much heat the material conducts. For instance- If a windowpane has a U-rating of 40, plenty of heat is transferred through and cooling costs increase. A UV protective glass with a U-rating of 1 is very efficient.
Furthermore, curtain wall installation is done by using each material in the process. The glazing, insulation, the steel and aluminium framework are very carefully picked to maximize energy efficiency.
Types of curtain wall
There are mainly two types of curtain wall joint sealant: 1) stuck curtain wall and 2) unitised curtain wall.
1. The stick wall systems
These systems are best suited for facades which are angular as well as complex. Also, they are being slimmer can be assembled into a ladder frame easily that is called as ladder that is used for the quick assembly. It is mainly suitable for the low rise buildings and is very flexible and provides enough space for the adjustments letter. Also, the shipping cost to migrate the system for structure or commercial windows is very law as compared to stick Wall system. However, there are some aspects that can't be avoided at all that are time and labor.
2. Unitized wall system
On the other hand, these walls are usually in proportion to the height of floor plus structure of the building in the unitized wall system. This system is very demanded in the high rise buildings and does not need any cranes for the support. They are good to assemble and support early construction as the building material being used is great quality. Also, the shipping charges here are quite high as it needs ample of care and protection.
The curtain walling comprises of certain structural components that help to support your building structure for long. These components are mullions, anchor, transom and vision glass.
No matter whether the aim is to conceal commercial windows or the whole system, these are two types of walling systems. These systems can help any facility to stand against the environmental imbalances. They will help to make your building look strong and solid.
