As there has been an observed increase in the high rise building, the curtain wall systems have become an important part of it. Here is everything that you need to know about the curtain wall systems.
What is meant by the Curtain wall system?
The curtain wall is basically a thin wall that is made of an aluminum frame. There are different fillings that come with it and include thin stones, panels, and metal. The building structure and framing are joined together. The load of the roof is not bear by the system. Instead, there is a reliance on the structure of the building and to be specific on the floor line.
History of Curtain Wall System:
Years back in around 1930 are the curtain wall systems that had come into existing during World War Two. This was also the time when aluminum had come into use for other things apart from the military requirements.
In present times, the curtain wall system is gaining structural importance. These work in a similar way to the other structural elements. Because of the fact that these systems are exposed to the exterior atmosphere in a constant manner, the curtain wall systems are designed in an appropriate way and also the installation and maintenance are taken good care of. All of this also is dependent upon the durability and function of these systems that are installed for supporting the building structure.
Different types of Curtain Wall Systems:
The curtain walls in the factory are precast. After this, these systems are assembled before they are taken to the new site. There are mainly two kinds of curtain wall systems that depend on the methods in the manner that these components are assembled.
- Stick Curtain Wall systems
- Unitized Curtain Wall Systems