Thermal Bridging Solutions
The most common interface details for structural framing are canopies and balconies that use cantilevered steel or aluminum elements. These elements are typically connected to slab edges or spandrel beams on the interior side of the thermal envelope passing through insulation and air barrier layers. The R value of a wall assembly can be reduced by as much as 60% due to thermal bridging at balcony and canopy connections.
The point transmittance (heat flow) at these connections can be reduced by as much as 70% by using Armatherm™ FRR structural thermal break material.
Balcony Thermal Break
Armatherm™ FRR is capable of transferring load in moment and shear connections without creating significant rotation. In structural testing, Armatherm™ FRR has been evaluated in balcony connections for creep, rotation and any impact on bolt force.
A structural thermal break must maintain the structural integrity of the balcony or canopy connection, while also minimizing heat flow.
What is Thermal Bridging?
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Break Pad Column Isolation
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Break Pad Foundation to Wall Connection Roof to Parapet Connection
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Break Pad Steel Post to Rafter Beam Connection Direct
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Break Pad Steel Post to Rafter Beam Connection Via Stub
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Fiber Cement CMU Base of Wall
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Fiber Cement CMU Inside Corner
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Fiber Cement CMU Outside Corner
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Fiber Cement CMU Sliding Door Head
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Fiber Cement CMU Sliding Door Jamb
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Fiber Cement CMU Swing Door Head
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Fiber Cement CMU Swing Door Jamb
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Fiber Cement CMU Top of Wall
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Fiber Cement CMU Wall Plan
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Fiber Cement CMU Wall Section
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Fiber Cement CMU Window Head
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Fiber Cement CMU Window Jamb
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Fiber Cement CMU Window Sill
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Fiber Cement Stud Wall Base of Wall
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Fiber Cement Stud Wall Inside Corner
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Fiber Cement Stud Wall Outside Corner
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Fiber Cement Stud Wall Sliding Door Head
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Fiber Cement Stud Wall Sliding Door Jamb
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Fiber Cement Stud Wall Swing Door Head
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Fiber Cement Stud Wall Swing Door Jamb
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Fiber Cement Stud Wall Top of Wall
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Fiber Cement Stud Wall Wall Plan
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Fiber Cement Stud Wall Wall Section
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Fiber Cement Stud Wall Window Head
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Fiber Cement Stud Wall Window Jamb
Structural Thermal Bridging Detail: Fiber Cement Stud Wall Window Sill
