Advancements in Cladding Support Systems
Design + Performance
Over the last ten years cladding support systems have advanced to address the needs of modern buildings, to meet new code requirements and avoid the causes of issues inside the wall cavity as we learn more about how to select products that work well together - from both a performance and constructability standpoint.
This course walks through the various types of newer cladding support systems on the market today with a goal to help bring more value to the design and product selection process and subsequently to the occupants of new and restored buildings for the future.
Learning Objectives
- Define some of the differences between different cladding support systems on the market today and how they can best serve the design process.
- Explain how to improve energy efficiency of exterior walls & meet changing code requirements using more advanced cladding support systems.
- Briefly discuss options to manage the balance between design and load challenges.
- Explore methods to attach panels that will improve thermal performance and cause less punctures to the waterproofing layer.
- Explore cladding support accessories that will help address terminations and corner details.
CLADIATOR® is a manufacturer of thermally isolated structural cladding attachment systems. Our mission is to accelerate the advancement of smart building design & construction by providing unique and cleverly engineered systems. For Architects & Engineers it means a simple yet robust solution where one core design offers the freedom of limitless creativity. For Installers, working with intuitive installation components means faster, more cost-effective, and ease-of-mind option(s) to complete projects on time. Our universal systems offer improved thermal efficiencies while achieving rainscreen principles such as air & moisture ventilation with the use of long-lasting globally responsible materials. We remain dedicated and driven by our commitment to continuous improvement.