The RAICO Bautechnik GmbH is adapting its THERM+ curtain walling system to Kalwall translucent sandwich panels.
The partnership was formed through Structura UK, the distributor of Kalwall translucent daylighting systems for England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
“Between ourselves, Structura and Kalwall, we have modified our frames to create a system offering versatility and scope,” says Steve Rogers, sales manager at RAICO UK.
The THERM+ framing system offers possibilities; such as the ability to conceal fixings and screws, making for a seamless finish and the flexibility to use a frame in aluminum, timber or steel. It also presents the opportunity for semi-unitized panels which can incorporate windows, Kalwall or a combination of both. This allows for monolithic, single action installations which save time on site and give cost benefits together with a high performance long life cycle.
This system variation is the result of research and development at RAICO’s in-house testing facility in Pfaffenhausen, Bavaria. While the first project using this system is expected to be completed in England, RAICO plans to introduce the system globally.
“We’re delighted the initial rounds of in-house testing have proved successful and are already looking at using this system on a raft of new projects both in the UK, across Europe and in the U.S.,” Rogers says.