It’s time to separate traditional steel systems of the past from today’s thermally improved designs. For decades, steel cladding support systems were valued for their strength, durability, and non-combustible performance. While thermal efficiency and moisture management were not primary design considerations. But with sustainability and long-term durability at the forefront, today’s wall assemblies demand more. Modern cladding support systems must not only transfer structural loads, but also minimize thermal bridging, support effective moisture management, and contribute to the overall performance of the building envelope. That’s why Knight Wall Systems’ thermally improved steel systems are engineered differently. Thermal isolation technology, thermally isolated fasteners, strategically engineered geometries that reduce conductive heat flow, and steel’s superior strength, which can allow wider support spacing and fewer attachment points, all work together to improve thermal performance. The result is a steel cladding support system capable of meeting today’s U-factor requirements while continuing to deliver the structural performance, durability, and fire resistance steel has always provided. As building envelope design continues to evolve, the way we evaluate cladding support systems should evolve with it. To learn more about our thermally improved steel cladding support systems, visit our website or contact our team.
