Small things can make a big difference - metal walls' cladding attachments support buildings' energy efficiency
In this feature article in Metal Architecture, Technoform's William Green discusses thermal performance in metal clad buildings and how the cladding attachments impact energy efficiency.
Owners and design professionals frequently rely on metal wall panel systems to create commercial building exteriors with a modern appearance and code-compliant performance that can be constructed quickly and operate economically. Understanding the critical connection between exterior wall panel cladding and attachment systems supports effective, energy-efficient metal building envelope designs.
Metal-clad buildings that minimize thermal bridging, optimize their building envelope performance and energy savings, reduce associated emissions, and support indoor air quality (IAQ). To achieve metal building projects' energy efficiency goals, architectural design strategies include increased air tightness, high insulating performance (R-value) walls, exterior insulation, and reduced thermal bridging.
Cladding attachments made with an extruded aluminum clip and thermally efficient polyamide can help achieve aesthetic goals and performance requirements while saving time, labor, and energy costs.
Read the entire feature to learn more https://www.metalarchitecture.com/publications/de/202502/?page=26.
Learn more about Technoform's thermal isolator clip https://www.technoform.com/en/clip.