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Introduction The Thermosash PW40 is a four sided mechanically glazed engaged curtainwall, that is; expressed horozontal transom elements and vertcal mullion elements - similiar to the high performance PW400. This unitised curtainwall suite is suitable for low or high rise applications where small spans or where smaller panes of glass are envisioned. The PW Series Suites have been extensively used and proven in New Zealand and our export markets since 1985. The advantages of this system is whilst it utlises a mullion and transom system internally to hold the glass or other elements, the surface is generally free from any visible aluminum structural element - providing a smooth glass face
The weathering design of these suites follows recognised international curtain wall design principles - rainscreen pressure equalisation and system drainage - which requires primary and secondary weathering. The rainscreen acts as a primary water-stop, the second airseal and cavity acts as a backup to collect and drain away any water that manages to penetrate the primary rainscreen barrier.
All internal cavities of the system are designed to be pressure equalised (i.e. no pressure differential between the outside face and any internal cavity). This feature allows the water which penetrates the rainscreen to drain freely back to the exterior. The rear air seal is critical to the system's weathering performance as air infiltration acts as the medium which transports water through to the building's interior, i.e. it is the prime cause of any leakage. Design limitations of the Unitised Low Rise suite are;
It is reccomended to discuss your project with us early to determine the best suited suite for your needs.
Product Features
Connection details to accommodate construction tolerances
Structural member strengths comply with Code or project specification
Integrated Elements Almost an unlimited type of materials can be integrated into a unitised panel, including different glass types, metals, brackets to receive externally mounted fins, louvres, venetians or building signage for example. The PW100 can accomodate opening sashes suitable for high rise installations.
Section Sizes 75/100mm Mullions 75/100mm Transomes
Specification We recommend using Masterspec 4211TS Curtainwall when specifying this suite.
Surface Finishing
Polyester powdercoat - Both standard and special colours available
Performance / Testing
Maximum spanning ability Thermosash Suites are recognized as having the greatest spanning systems on the market due to our specific engineering capability and generally thicker aluminum wall thickness than others in the New Zealand market. Sizing of modules is generally only limited on the project design requirments, economic considerations, transport and site crane installation limitations. We would be happy to discuss what these might be on your project. Warranty The standard warranty is 10 years from the date of practical completion for these products. This covers workmanship and weather tightness, providing the subcontract includes fabrication, installation and glazing of all components.
Maintenance - Looking After Your Building Maintaining glass, metals and stone are all particular to the environment that they are placed in: eg. marine, environmental pollution, exposure to natural washing, etc.
It is recommended by almost all material suppliers that building washing should occur every 3-6 months to prevent staining to glass and prevent environmental pollutants from corroding metals and to maintain the material warranties.
A full maintenance manual is provided on completion of a project for all the elements integrated within a project.
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