What types of glass curtain walls are there?

Glass curtain walls are favored by a large number of architects for their transparency and beauty, and there are various types of subcategories. According to the form of the curtain wall, it can be divided into exposed frame curtain wall, hidden frame curtain wall and semi-hidden frame curtain wall. According to the construction and installation method of the curtain wall, it can be divided into unit type and frame type. In addition, point-supported glass curtain wall is also a large category, including steel truss type, glass rib type, tie rod type, cable type, self-balancing cable truss type, single-layer cable type and other forms.

Framed glass curtain wall-hidden frame glass curtain wall

Framed glass curtain wall-semi-hidden frame type

Semi-hidden frame glass curtain walls are also a common form. They combine the advantages of hidden frames and exposed frames, ensuring the aesthetic appeal of the curtain wall while improving the safety of its structure. In curtain wall design, semi-hidden frames are widely used in various architectural styles, providing designers with more choices and inspiration.

The frame-supported component curtain wall refers to a frame-supported glass curtain wall with columns and beams installed one by one on the construction site and equipped with glass panels, which has its unique characteristics.

The construction method is flexible and diverse, and the process flow is relatively complete.
It has strong adaptability to the main structure and strong adaptability.
Various physical performance indicators are easy to achieve, ensuring the quality of the curtain wall.
The panel materials and components are prefabricated in the factory, ensuring the reliable application performance of the structural adhesive.
On-site installation involves multiple procedures, and each link needs to be strictly controlled.
The application of sealants for joint treatment has very strict requirements on the construction of sealants.
In summary, the frame-supported component curtain wall performs well in construction, adaptability and physical properties. At the same time, there are strict requirements for the application of panel materials and sealants, which ensures the overall quality and performance of the curtain wall.

Integrated curtain wall

The integrated curtain wall is a frame-supported glass curtain wall, which is characterized by pre-assembling panels and metal frames (including beams and columns) into a complete curtain wall unit in the factory. The curtain wall adopts a modular design, which is convenient for fast and precise installation and construction on site. According to different drainage requirements, modular curtain walls can be divided into horizontal sliding type and horizontal locking type. There are two installation methods: through-hole and through-collision to meet different building requirements. In addition, according to the different profile sections, modular curtain walls can be further divided into open and closed types to meet specific structural requirements.

Industrialized production ensures quality and reduces labor costs.
Quick installation and shortens the on-site construction period.
Environmentally friendly glue-free construction, green and environmentally friendly products.
Adapt to the displacement of the main structure and ensure the stability of the structure.
Mainly suitable for indoor construction and installation, the main structure needs to avoid shear walls and window walls.
Strict construction organization management to ensure installation quality.

Steel structure point-supported glass curtain wall
Its structural form is diverse, with steel structure as the main support and force system. Round steel pipes and steel bars can be used, or fish belly steel hinge trusses or other types of hinge trusses can be used. On the steel structure, the panel glass is fixed by installing steel claws. Holes are punched in the four corners of the glass, and the glass is firmly fixed to the steel claws through the fasteners in the holes. This curtain wall structure has flexible material selection and simple construction.

Glass rib point-supported glass curtain wall
Its characteristic is that a large area of ​​glass and supporting structure are made of glass materials. In this type of curtain wall, the glass ribs are supported on the main structure and play an important load-bearing role. At the same time, connecting plates or steel claws are installed on the glass ribs to firmly fix the panel glass. Holes are punched at the four corners of the panel glass, and fasteners such as bolts are used to drill holes and firmly connect them to the connecting plates or steel claws, thereby achieving the stability of the glass curtain wall. This curtain wall structure is not only flexible in material selection, but also convenient in construction.