Capped Curtain Wall
Capped curtain wall is an application where facade glass is supported externally with aluminum cap profiles and installed as cladding on the exterior of the building. The external aluminum profiles add an aesthetic distinction to the building’s appearance in this glass facade application.
Capped curtain wall requires slightly more labor compared to structural silicone curtain wall during glass installation, as the cap profiles are mounted during the construction phase. However, it involves fewer processes during glass manufacturing and does not require additional adhesives used in silicone facades, making it more cost-effective than silicone curtain wall systems.
These systems offer both outward and inward opening sash options. Glass dimensions, properties, and colors can vary significantly, but the goal is always to make the right choices for maximum aesthetics, maximum durability, maximum thermal insulation, and, of course, minimal cost. Throughout this process, we remain in constant communication before and during construction to consider all stages, from glass manufacturing to installation, ensuring tailored solutions for your needs.
Capped Curtain Wall Corner Details and Technical Specifications
Profile Width: 50mm
Profile Wall Thickness: 1.4 – 2.5 mm
Vertical Load-Bearing Profile Depth: 50 – 180 mm
Horizontal Load-Bearing Profile Depth: 30 – 126 mm
Minimum Glass Thickness: 4 mm
Maximum Glass Thickness: 45 mm
Minimum Sash Size: 700 x 1200 mm
Maximum Sash Size: 1500 x 2000 mm
Maximum Sash Weight: 155 kg
EN 12152 Air Permeability: A4 – 600 Pa
EN 12154 Water Tightness: RE 1200 Pa
EN 13830 Wind Resistance: 1200 Pa
Minimum Thermal Insulation: Uf: 2.64 – 3.88 W/(m^2.K)
For cross-section details and all profile specifications of the covered curtain wall, download the catalog from here.