Title: Thermally Broken Explained | ThermalHEART | AWS Australia
Headings: What does the term “Thermally Broken” mean?
What does the term “Thermally Broken” mean?
Content: Standard Aluminium Framing: As most of us know metal/aluminium is an excellent conductor of heat and cold meaning that you can lose or gain a great deal of heat through the frame of the window/door. This will ultimately undermine the performance of a high performance glass selected for a window. Problems include, but are not limited to the potential for condensation to occur which can lead to mould or degrading of internal finishes. To improve the overall performance of the window or door, a thermal break needs to be added to the frame. Thermally Broken Aluminium Framing: A Thermally Broken Frame is one which features a reinforced polyamide strip (a non metallic, composite, structural, material) fixed between the inside and outside aluminium profiles, creating an insulated barrier within the window frame. The polyamide strip is a material of low thermal conductivity which will minimises the transfer of heat and cold through the window frame, resulting in improved energy efficiency. This polyamide strip will have a HUGE impact on the transfer of heat and cold than standard aluminium. These sections can be anodised or powdercoated to withstand the harsh Australian climate, including UV damage and salt corrosion.