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APRIL 2018 | V4Graham Finch, , , + James Higgins, AScTCLADDING ATTACHMENT SOLUTIONS FOR EXTERIOR -INSULATED COMMERCIAL The material provided in this guide is for information and suggestion only. The greatest care has been taken to confirm the accuracy of the information contained herein; however, the authors, funders, publisher, and other contributors assume no liability for any damage, injury, loss, or expense that may be incurred or suffered as a result of the use of this guide, including products, building techniques, or practices. The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent those of any individual contributor or partner courtesy of:Knight Wall Systems Windows GroupRDH Building Science Inc. RDH Building Science Inc. 2018Introduction 1Energy Codes and EXTERIOR Insulation 2Requirements for CLADDING ATTACHMENT 3Cladding ATTACHMENT Systems 5Continuous Framing 5Vertical Z-Girts 6Horizontal Z-Girts 7Crossing Z-Girts 8Clip and Rail Systems 11Aluminum T-Clips 12Adjustable Aluminum Clips 13Galvanized Steel Clips 14Stainless Steel Clips 17Thermally Isolated Galvanized Clips 18Fiberglass Clips 21Long Screws Through Insulation 22Masonry Ties 24Engineered Anchors and Other Systems 25 Structural Optimization for Thermal Performance 27Thermal Comparison of Systems: A Summary 41Other Considerations 45Summary 47Additional Resources 47Learn M

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