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Kalwall Translucent Daylighting roofs

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70 mm panel - Standard Panel (3.08 W/m²K)

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Kalwall diffused natural daylight Skyroofs. Supported or self-supported ridge, mono pitch and barrel vault options

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Application

Kalwall Skyroofs provide top lighting solutions for any daylight space.

Description

Flat or curved, these systems span up to 7.625 m offering the ultimate in energy-efficient, diffuse daylighting. Designed to withstand hurricane-force winds and high snow loads, all are OSHA fall-through compliant. 70 or 100 mm thick structural sandwich panel system over a substructure (by others).


Kalwall panel standards widths are 1224 mm (4ft), 1520 mm (5ft) Maximum width is 1520 mm (5ft). Panel lengths between 914 mm and 6096 mm. Note: please check spans with Structura UK Ltd.


Features and benefits:

  • Aluminium or thermally-broken Grid Core composed of a series of interlocking I-beams.
  • Interior shatterproof FRP faces are formulated to meet interior finish, flame, and smoke requirements of the toughest international codes.
  • Translucent Insulation options, including Cabot’s Lumira® aerogel offer exceptional thermal properties.
  • Colour stable FRP face sheets with a permanent glass veil erosion barrier to eliminate fibre bloom.
  • Clamp-tite™ aluminium fastening system, specifically engineered and available as either standard or thermally-broken with many finish options.
  • Properly maintained Kalwall Skyroofs and Skylights can be walked on without risk of fall through. Tested to ASTM E661, Kalwall exceeds OSHA 1910.23 without the need for additional protection like external screens or fixed railings.
  • The shatterproof, super-weathering FRP face will withstand a 70 ft-lbs (95 J) impact. Optional high impact FRP faces will withstand 230 ft-lbs (312 J) impact by UL 972; also rated for windborne debris protection up to large missile D.
  • Complimentary Daylighting Analysis available, consult the manufacturer for details.
  • UL and FM approved.
  • CE / UKCA marked.
  • For U-values, light transmission and G-values consult technical literature (varies depending on type, thickness and exterior face colour).


Kalwall is not a glazing panel but rather a structural sandwich panel with outstanding load capacity and structural integrity that polycarbonate systems and insulated glass units (IGU) simply cannot match.


With a high strength-to-weight ratio, Kalwall panels are both strong and lightweight. This makes the installation process easier and reduces extraneous structural support framing, saving both time and money. All Kalwall systems are very low maintenance. The panel’s FRP faces have self-cleaning properties, are resistant to dirt and particulate build-up, and can handle harsh chemical and environmental exposure.


The panels block harmful UV-A and UV-B rays while transmitting the full spectrum of visible light for perfect colour rendition within interiors. With a wide range of translucent insulation options, Kalwall’s thermal performance reduces HVAC heating and cooling loads while harvesting daylight to cut artificial lighting usage.


Fibreglass Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Faces:

Kalwall has developed a full line of high performance FRP face sheets including the latest generation of Super Weathering (SW) formulations that are unrivalled in the industry. Along with a variety of high performance options, Kalwall offers both standard and optional colours and finishes in order to provide designers with more flexibility. Translucent White and Crystal FRP face sheets are standard. The four Kal-tints are optional. Optional FRP finishes are available for interior face sheets only.

General information

Color

White

Grey

Blue

Red

Green

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Finish

Anodized

Painted

Mill

Material

Aluminium

Composite

Fiber-glass

Fibre-reinforced

Glass Fibre

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Shape

Rectangle

Circle

Other

Square

Trapezoid

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Length

Bespoke

Manufacturer guidance

Panel lengths between 914 and 6096 mm. Please check spans with Structura UK Ltd.

Width

Bespoke

Guidance for specification option:

Maximum width is 1520 mm (5ft)

Manufacturer guidance

Kalwall panel standards widths are 1224 mm (4ft), 1520 mm (5ft) Maximum width is 1520 mm (5ft)

Height

70 mm

100 mm

Uniclass

Ss_30_40_32_75 Sloping patent glazing systemsPrimary

CAWS

H10/10 Patent glazing

H10/115 Patent glazing

Specification data - Sloping patent glazing systems

Glazing bars

Aluminium Grid Core Interlocking I-beams.

Glazing

Smooth Fibreglass Reinforced Polymer (FRP), 1.78 mm thick (external), 1.14 mm thick (internal).

Fasteners

Clamp-tite™.

Glazed panel

Curved.

Flat.

Colour/ Finish (external)

White SW-E.

Guidance for specification option:

Standard.

Crystal SW-E.

Guidance for specification option:

Standard.

Colour/ Finish (internal)

White B-3C.

Width

1220 mm.

1524 mm.

Custom.

Guidance for specification option:

Custom widths up to 1524 mm are available, insert requirements.

Panel length

-

Manufacturer guidance

Available in lengths from 914–6096 mm. Insert requirements.

Thickness

70 mm.

Configuration

Reverse Shoji, 500 x 200 mm.

Reverse Shoji, 500 x 300 mm.

Reverse Shoji, 600 x 300 mm.

Shoji, 200 x 500 mm.

Guidance for specification option:

Shoji Grid Cores are standard. Nominal grid sizes are 305 x 609 mm and 609 x 305 mm for 1220 and 1524 mm wide panels for standard flat or optional Kalcurve panels. Panel spans will vary with different grid cores and

spacings. Consult the factory for information based on project requirements. 203 x 508 mm, 508 x 203 mm are common options. Aerogel is available.

Shoji, 300 x 500 mm.

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Manufacturer guidance

Various types/ styles are available in different sizes, consult literature for details and insert requirements.

Insulation

3.08 W/m²K.

Roof type

Self supported.

Guidance for specification option:

Options of either Kalwall Hipped ends, Kalwall Gable ends, or Gable ends by others.

Supported.

Guidance for specification option:

Options of either Kalwall Hipped ends, Kalwall Gable ends, or Gable ends by others.

Kalcurve 90° low profile vaults.

Guidance for specification option:

Options of either Kalwall Gable ends or Gable ends by others.

Kalcurve 180° vaults.

Guidance for specification option:

Options of either Kalwall Gable ends or Gable ends by others.

Pitch

20°.

27°.

33°.

45°.

Bespoke.

Guidance for specification option:

Consult manufacturer for details and insert requirements.

Colour

Mill finish.

Kalwall Corrosion Resistant Finish (KCRF) - Aluminium 79.

Kalwall Corrosion Resistant Finish (KCRF) - Banner red 90.

Kalwall Corrosion Resistant Finish (KCRF) - Black 95.

Kalwall Corrosion Resistant Finish (KCRF) - Blue 15.

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Manufacturer guidance

The Clamp-tite™ fastening system is available in either

mill finish or Kalwall Corrosion Resistant Finish (KCRF),

a high performance, fluoropolymer-based coating that

meets the performance requirements of AAMA 2604.

(AAMA 2605 and anodised options are available with

some product exceptions). KCRF is highly resistant

to acids, alkalis, salt, industrial and moisture-laden

atmospheres.

Reaction to fire

In accordance with EN 13501-5: 2005: BROOF(t4). In accordance with BS 476:3 2004+A1 2006 + A2 2007: EXT.S.AA.

Deflection

L/44.

L/60.

L/120

Bespoke.

Guidance for specification option:

Consult manufacturer for details and insert requirements.

Watertightness

Manufacturer's standard.

Guidance for specification option:

Consult manufacturer for details.

Air permeability

Manufacturer's standard.

Guidance for specification option:

Consult manufacturer for details.

Impact resistance

350–520 kg static load in accordance with ASTM E661-03.

WindLoadRating

To EN 13116/ EN 12153: 1600 N/m².

Light transmission

20% (White SW-E)/ 30% (Crystal SW-E).

Solar heat gain coefficient

0.28 (White SW-E)/ 0.35 (Crystal SW-E).

Sustainability data

Contains Red List materials

No

Embodied carbon

A1-A3 (production stage) as defined in BS EN 15804

76.6 kg CO₂ eq/m²

Guidance for specification option:

Figure show is based on 1m2 of Kalwall translucent panelsin to the standard Aluminium Clamptite frame.


See attached EPD "EU Skyroofs" for full details

Manufacturer guidance

EPD's can be downloaded from NBS for both wall and roof systems

Recyclability

Can be recycled - See guidance

Manufacturer guidance

Kalwall has a design life of 25 years with minimal maintenance. Made from Aluminium and FRP it is chemical and rot resistant. UV stable to full body depth, it will not yellow. The FRP facesheets are also engineered to incorporate a glass erosion barrier, preventing fibre bloom. The Aluminium frame is easily recycled, the FRP sheets can be separated and ground to a powder and added back into GRP production.

Recycled content

As defined in clause 7.8 of BS EN ISO 14021

95 %

Manufacturer guidance

Recycled content can be up to 95% depending on configuration and speciation.

Third party certifications

Third party certifications

EPD

EPD

Environmental Product Declaration - Kalwall Wall Systems

EPD

EPD

Environmental Product Declaration - Kalwall Skyroofs

Literature

Kalwall - Backlighting

Kalwall - Backlighting

Kalwall - Daylight modelling

Kalwall - Daylight modelling

Kalwall - Diffused daylighting

Kalwall - Diffused daylighting

Kalwall - Durability

Kalwall - Durability

Kalwall - LEED v3 benefits

Kalwall - LEED v3 benefits

Kalwall - LEED v4 benefits

Kalwall - LEED v4 benefits

Kalwall - Low Maintenance

Kalwall - Low Maintenance

Kalwall - Museum Quality Daylighting

Kalwall - Museum Quality Daylighting

Kalwall - Product Guide - Overview of Kalwall

Kalwall - Product Guide - Overview of Kalwall

Kalwall - Product Guide - Retrofit and renovations

Kalwall - Product Guide - Retrofit and renovations

Kalwall - Product Guide - Skyroofs

Kalwall - Product Guide - Skyroofs

Kalwall - Protection and Security

Kalwall - Protection and Security

Kalwall - Reduced Glare

Kalwall - Reduced Glare

Kalwall - Retrofit and renovation

Kalwall - Retrofit and renovation

Kalwall - Sector Report - Education

Kalwall - Sector Report - Education

Kalwall - Sector Report - Transportation

Kalwall - Sector Report - Transportation

Kalwall - Sector Report - Sport & Leisure

Kalwall - Sector Report - Sport & Leisure

Kalwall - Solar Control

Kalwall - Solar Control

Kalwall - Thermal Performance

Kalwall - Thermal Performance

White Paper - Creating A Safer Built Environment

White Paper - Creating A Safer Built Environment

White Paper - Four Challenges of a Retrofit Project

White Paper - Four Challenges of a Retrofit Project

Case studies

Kalwall Translucent Cladding - Benenden Hospital

Kalwall Translucent Cladding - Benenden Hospital

Kalwall Translucent Cladding - Heathrow Airport Terminal 4

Kalwall Translucent Cladding - Heathrow Airport Terminal 4