temperature factor

Steady state and dynamic simulations tools based on current ISO standards play a crucial role in designing thermal envelopes that are robust and minimise risks of interstitial and surface condensation. These tools can also be used in a forensic way when supplemented by environmental and material data from site to analyse building failure.

A common architectural feature of curtain wall facades is constituted by a transparent double-glazing unit mounted in front of a recessed interior metal panel. It is typically installed in spandrel areas, where its required to provide to the faade not only surface consistency but also depth.To evaluate condensation risk on this type of envelope element, an experimental program has being carried out on a typical facade panel (Shadow-box) provided by Permasteelisa.