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Thermal Performance
With a wide range of insulation packages, from 0.29 to 0.05 U (1.65 to 0.28 W/m2k), Kalwall’s exceptional thermal performance options are unmatched in the fenestration industry.
Thermally broken panels with translucent insulation provide unmatched condensation resistance factors (CRF) of approximately 80 CRF or better.
The clamp-tite™ fastening system can be specified thermally broken to minimize thermal bridging.
Compared to lookalike products, which utilize a poured and debridged thermal break, Kalwall has developed superior thermal break technology with a composite l-beam, comprised of two aluminum flanges and an all-FRP thermally broken web. This is stronger and prevents more thermal bridging than the all-aluminum alternative.
Solar Heat Gain Control
The measure of solar heat gain is called the solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC) and is expressed as a decimal between 0 and 1—The lower the SHGC, the less solar gain admitted into a building.
Maximize energy savings with an SHGC as low as .04.
Control heat transfer without the need for special tints or coatings, like vision glazing.
Improve solar heat gain control by as much as 900% compared to traditional insulated glass units.
Kalwall can provide a range of SHGCs suitable for a particular application and climate.
01/08Energy Efficiency
No other fenestration product performs better at reducing HVAC heating and cooling loads while harvesting daylight and managing solar gain.
Less radiant energy transmitted, coupled with diffusion, does away with hot spots so common to many light transmitting materials.
Controlled daylighting in buildings proven to pay back in electrical and cooling costs.
Compatible with energy codes – based upon both ASHRAE-90.1, with NFRC certification to ensure testing repeatability.
Explore our products' other powerful advantages
Rapid Installation
Low Maintenance
Man-safe
Superior Spans
Lightweight Materials
Fire Performance
Windborne Debris Protection
Blast Protection
Safety + Security
Museum-Quality Daylight
Perfect Diffusion + Light Transmittance
Comfort + WellnessFactory unitized modular systems reduce on-site fabrication.
Self-cleaning surface, meaning normal rainfall helps to keep the exterior free of sediment.
OSHA fall-through compliant for easy installation and maintenance.
High load capacity and structural integrity for longer spans with less required substructure.
Panels on average weigh about 2lbs./ft or 9.76 kg/sq. meter
Kalwall has been formulated to meet fire-related code requirements.
Protects occupants and interiors unlike most glass and polycarbonate.
Blast resistant systems meet DOD UFC 4-010-01 Anti-Terrorism Force Protection regulations.
Translucency offers total visual privacy from the outside.
Superior daylighting ensures and acuity, improves mood, productivity and performance
Better diffusion means that light penetrates much deeper into interiors, reducing artificial light.
Natural daylighting promotes visual, mental and biological wellness.
Request a sales engineering consult to discuss the best custom insulation package for your next project.
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