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Modern architectural design demands innovative solutions that combine aesthetics with performance, and curtain walling stands at the forefront of this evolution. As Lancashire’s construction sector continues to grow, understanding the capabilities and applications of advanced curtain walling systems becomes increasingly important for trade professionals.
Curtain walling is a non-structural outer building envelope that typically spans multiple floors. Unlike traditional walls, curtain walling systems transfer their dead loads, and wind loads to the main building structure through anchors at floor level.
Modern curtain walling solutions incorporate several essential elements. These include:
For Lancashire’s commercial sector, curtain walling delivers multiple advantages.
Modern curtain walling systems achieve exceptional thermal performance through:
Trade professionals can offer clients versatile design options including:
The residential sector is increasingly adopting curtain walling solutions. Some areas where residential curtain walling is particularly popular include:
Successful curtain wall installation requires specialist product knowledge. For trade installers working on curtain walling projects, it’s important to consider the following points:
At Great Harwood Windows, we can offer professional advice for all trade customers involved in commercial and residential curtain walling projects.
All curtain walling installations must meet current building regulations standards. Important points to check include:
To ensure optimal performance of curtain walling systems, the following tasks should be completed:
Curtain walling continues to evolve with new technologies and materials enhancing performance and sustainability. For Lancashire’s trade professionals, staying informed about these developments is essential for delivering cutting edge solutions to clients.
If you’d like to find out more contact Great Harwood Windows to discuss your curtain walling requirements and discover how our expertise can support your next project. You can call us on 01254 690 009 or email info@greatharwoodwindows.co.uk.
Aluminium curtain wall systems offer superior durability, lightweight properties, and excellent thermal performance compared to materials like steel or glass. They provide better resistance to weathering and are less prone to corrosion, making them a popular choice for modern buildings.
Stick curtain walling involves the assembly of individual components on-site, allowing for flexibility and easier repairs. In contrast, unitised curtain walling consists of pre-fabricated panels that are manufactured off-site and then installed as complete units, resulting in quicker installation times and reduced on-site labor.
When choosing a curtain walling system for your project, consider the following factors: the building’s architectural design, the local climate and weather conditions, energy efficiency requirements, structural integrity, material durability, maintenance needs, aesthetic preferences, and budget constraints. Additionally, ensure that the system complies with local building codes and regulations, and evaluate the installation process and timeline.
Situated in the very heart of Blackburn, we are readily capable of providing the people of East Lancashire and surrounding areas with a range of UPVC, composite and aluminium products. Whether for personal or trade purposes, realising your aspirations are only one step away with Great Harwood Windows team.
