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Kalwall Translucent Daylighting Panels into a stick curtain wall system (Raico Therm+)

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Therm+ 50 A-I aluminium

Kalwall Variant:

Kalwall diffused natural daylight panels glazed into a Raico Therm + aluminium, steel or timber curtain wall.

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Application

Suitable for single-story applications to mid-rise construction.

Description

Raico Therm+ curtain walling systems with 70mm Kalwall panels give you all the features and benefits of a Kalwall panel with the added benefits of a German engineered stick curtain wall system.

 

The Raico Therm+ curtain walling system is available in aluminium, timber and steel, or a combination of any of these. There is a choice of 50 mm, 56 mm and 76 mm sight-line widths. NB: Aluminium is only available in 50 mm and 56 mm. All other frames are available in all three sight-lines.

 

Kalwall panels are a highly insulating, diffuse light-transmitting building panel system. These structural sandwich panels are formed by permanently bonding two specially formulated translucent Fibreglass Reinforced Polymer (FRP) faces to a Grid Core constructed of interlocking aluminium or thermally-broken composite I beams.

 

Panels are factory prefabricated to the exact size and configuration for each project. Utilising either light-transmitting fibreglass ‘batts’ or aerogel as Translucent Insulation (TI), insulated panels can achieve a maximum of 0.28 W/m²K.

 

Kalwall panel standards widths are 1224 mm (4ft), 1520 mm (5ft) Maximum width is 1520 mm (5ft). Panel lengths between 914 mm and 6096 mm. Note: please check spans with Structura UK Ltd.

 

As a whole, Raico Therm+ curtain walling systems with Kalwall panels, create a highly adaptable, progressive stick curtain wall façade which can achieve Passivhaus performance standards. This system helps you, the architect, seamlessly transition between vision glass, operable windows, doors and can even support signage or Brise Soleil systems; effectively treating a Kalwall panel as if it were a double glazed unit into a curtain wall façade. 

 

Features and benefits:

  • Kalwall’s composition combines to reduce solar gain while maximizing thermal insulation.
  • Kalwall panels diffuse light efficiently - direct sunlight is converted into even illumination with whilst eliminating glare and hot spots.
  • The panels can be selected to transmit various percentages of light according to individual project requirements.
  • Kalwall has been tested according to EN 13830:2003.
  • Aluminium or thermally-broken Grid Core composed of a series of interlocking I-beams.
  • Interior and Exterior shatterproof FRP faces are formulated to meet flame, and smoke requirements of the toughest international codes.
  • Translucent Insulation options, including Cabot’s Lumira® aerogel offer exceptional thermal properties.
  • Colour stable FRP face sheets with a permanent glass veil erosion barrier to eliminate fibre bloom.
  • The shatterproof, super-weathering FRP face will withstand a 70 ft-lbs (95 J) impact. Optional high impact FRP faces will withstand 230 ft-lbs (312 J) impact by UL 972; also rated for windborne debris protection up to large missile D.
  • Complimentary daylighting analysis available, consult the manufacturer for details.


Kalwall is not a glazing panel but rather a structural sandwich panel with outstanding load capacity and structural integrity that polycarbonate systems and insulated glass units (IGU) simply cannot match.

 

With a high strength-to-weight ratio, Kalwall panels are both strong and lightweight. This makes the installation process easier and reduces extraneous structural support framing, saving both time and money. All Kalwall systems are very low maintenance. The panel’s FRP faces have self cleaning properties, are resistant to dirt and particulate build-up, and can handle harsh chemical and environmental exposure.

 

The panels block harmful UV-A and UV-B rays while transmitting the full spectrum of visible light for perfect colour rendition within interiors. With a wide range of translucent insulation options, Kalwall’s thermal performance reduces HVAC heating and cooling loads while harvesting daylight to cut artificial lighting usage.

 

Fibreglass Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Faces:

Kalwall has developed a full line of high performance FRP face sheets including the latest generation of Super Weathering (SW) formulations that are unrivalled in the industry. Along with a variety of high performance options, Kalwall offers both standard and optional colours and finishes in order to provide designers with more flexibility. Translucent White and Crystal FRP face sheets are standard. The four Kal-tints are optional. Optional FRP finishes are available for interior face sheets only.

General information

Color

White

Grey

Blue

Red

Green

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Finish

Anodized

Powder-coated

Mill

Material

Aluminium

Steel

Timber

Glass

Glass Fibre

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Shape

Rectangle

Square

Trapezoid

Length

Bespoke

Manufacturer guidance

Panel lengths between 914 and 6096 mm. Please check spans with Structura UK Ltd.

Width

1224 mm

1520 mm

Bespoke

Manufacturer guidance

Kalwall panel standards widths are 1224 mm (4ft), 1520 mm (5ft) Maximum width is 1520 mm (5ft)

Height

70 mm

Uniclass

Ss_25_10_20_85 Stick curtain walling systemsPrimary

CAWS

H11/110 Curtain walling

Specification data - Stick curtain walling systems

Framing

-

Frame members

Raico Therm+ 50 A-I aluminium curtain wall frame.

Frame accessories

-

Manufacturer guidance

A wide range of cover profiles are available, including bespoke. Consult manufacturer's literature and insert requirements.

Cladding units

-

Glass units

Annealed glass sheets.

Insulated glass units (IGUs).

Laminated glass sheets.

Not required.

Manufacturer guidance

Glass units that can be used within the system windows. Supplied by others (specific glazing manufacturer); consult manufacturer and insert requirements.

Panels and facings

-

Material

Kalwall fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) structural composite sandwich panels.

Thermal insulation

None.

Aerogel.

Glass fibre.

System accessories

None.

Opening window units.

Fixed window units.

Solar protection fastening.

Fixture unit.

Fastening bracket.

Scaffolding fixation.

Canopy fastening.

Suction disc.

Profile

Rectangular, 25 mm depth.

Rectangular, 50 mm depth.

Rectangular, 75 mm depth.

Rectangular, 100 mm depth.

Rectangular, 125 mm depth.

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Glazed panel

Flat.

Kalwall 70 mm insulated panels.

Glass.

Guidance for specification option:

As per glass units above.

Colour/ Finish (external)

White SW-E.

Guidance for specification option:

Standard.

Crystal SW-E.

Colour/ Finish (internal)

White B-3C.

Guidance for specification option:

Standard.

Thickness

70 mm.

Configuration

Ladder, 200 mm.

Guidance for specification option:

Ladder Grid Cores are optional for facades only. Nominal spacings of 203 and 254 mm are standard. Custom widths between 101 and 254 mm are also available. Depending on panel size and orientation, a cross mullion may be required. Panel spans will vary with different grid cores and spacings. Consult the factory for information based on project requirements. Kalcurve and Aerogel options are not available.

Ladder, 250 mm.

Reverse Shoji, 500 x 200 mm.

Reverse Shoji, 500 x 300 mm.

Reverse Shoji, 600 x 300 mm.

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Reaction to fire

To EN 13501-1, External facesheet: B-S2,d0; Internal facesheet: B-s2,d0.

SurfaceSpreadOfFlame

To BS 476-7, Interior face: UK Class 1(0); Exterior face: UK class 2.

Fire propagation to BS 476-6

Fire propagation index (I) 5.1. Sub-index (i1) 1.5.

Air permeability

To EN 12152, Class A4.

Watertightness

To EN 12154, Class 9A.

Wind resistance

To EN 13116, Class 6.

Certification

Not required.

Passive house certified standard required.

Security

Not required.

Burglar resistance to DIN EN 1627, RC 2.

Burglar resistance to DIN EN 1627, RC 3.

Connectors

Manufacturer to select most suitable.

Insulation

0.28 W/m²K.

0.56 W/m²K.

0.78 W/m²K.

1.25 W/m²K.

2.57 W/m²K.

Manufacturer guidance

Note insulation value choice will determine light transmission and solar factor values (as per guidance).

Light transmission

5% (White SW-E)/ 6% (Crystal SW-E).

Guidance for specification option:

0.56 W/m²K.

8% (White SW-E)/ 9% (Crystal SW-E).

Guidance for specification option:

0.78 W/m²K.

12% (White SW-E)/ 15% (Crystal SW-E).

Guidance for specification option:

0.28 W/m²K.

14% (White SW-E)/ 20% (Crystal SW-E).

Guidance for specification option:

1.25 W/m²K.

20% (White SW-E)/ 30% (Crystal SW-E).

Guidance for specification option:

2.57 W/m²K.

Solar heat gain coefficient

0.07 (White SW-E/ Crystal SW-E).

Guidance for specification option:

0.56 W/m²K.

0.10 (White SW-E)/ 0.12 (Crystal SW-E).

Guidance for specification option:

0.78 W/m²K.

0.13 (White SW-E)/ 0.18 (Crystal SW-E).

Guidance for specification option:

0.28 W/m²K.

0.16 (White SW-E)/ 0.19 (Crystal SW-E).

Guidance for specification option:

1.25 W/m²K.

0.31 (White SW-E)/ 0.38 (Crystal SW-E).

Guidance for specification option:

2.57 W/m²K.

Sustainability data

Contains Red List materials

No

Embodied carbon

A1-A3 (production stage) as defined in BS EN 15804

-

Manufacturer guidance

EPD's can be downloaded from NBS for both wall and roof systems

Recyclability

Can be recycled - See guidance

Manufacturer guidance

Kalwall has a design life of 25 years with minimal maintenance. Made from Aluminium and FRP it is chemical and rot resistant. UV stable to full body depth, it will not yellow. The FRP facesheets are also engineered to incorporate a glass erosion barrier, preventing fibre bloom. The Aluminium frame is easily recycled, the FRP sheets can be separated and ground to a powder and added back into GRP production.

Literature

Kalwall - Backlighting

Kalwall - Backlighting

Kalwall - Daylight modelling

Kalwall - Daylight modelling

Kalwall - Diffused daylighting

Kalwall - Diffused daylighting

Kalwall - Durability

Kalwall - Durability

Kalwall - LEED v3 benefits

Kalwall - LEED v3 benefits

Kalwall - LEED v4 benefits

Kalwall - LEED v4 benefits

Kalwall - Low Maintenance

Kalwall - Low Maintenance

Kalwall - Museum Quality Daylighting

Kalwall - Museum Quality Daylighting

Kalwall - Product Guide - Kalwall and Raico Therm+ Curtain Wall

Kalwall - Product Guide - Kalwall and Raico Therm+ Curtain Wall

Kalwall - Product Guide - Overview of Kalwall

Kalwall - Product Guide - Overview of Kalwall

Kalwall - Product Guide - Retrofit and renovations

Kalwall - Product Guide - Retrofit and renovations

Kalwall - Protection and Security

Kalwall - Protection and Security

Kalwall - Reduced Glare

Kalwall - Reduced Glare

Kalwall - Retrofit and renovation

Kalwall - Retrofit and renovation

Kalwall - Sector Report - Education

Kalwall - Sector Report - Education

Kalwall - Sector Report - Sport & Leisure

Kalwall - Sector Report - Sport & Leisure

Kalwall - Sector Report - Transportation

Kalwall - Sector Report - Transportation

Kalwall - Solar Control

Kalwall - Solar Control

Kalwall - Thermal Performance

Kalwall - Thermal Performance

White Paper - Creating A Safer Built Environment

White Paper - Creating A Safer Built Environment

White Paper - Four Challenges of a Retrofit Project

White Paper - Four Challenges of a Retrofit Project

Case studies

Kalwall Translucent Cladding - Helping Grenfell Get Fighting Fit

Kalwall Translucent Cladding - Helping Grenfell Get Fighting Fit