Concise explanation of major sub-types of unitised curtain wall
One of the most intricate aspects in designing unitized facades is effectively managing movement and tolerances. The "Chicken Head" (male-to-female) unitized system distributes the load across multiple brackets of a single unit as the slab deflects. Conversely, in the "Sword" (spigotted) type, the deflection of the slab causes the load to shift primarily onto a single bracket. These differing mechanisms result in distinct expansion and contraction behaviors within the joints of each system. It is observed that proprietary systems developed by facade contractors often favor the "Chicken Head" approach, while standard systems offered by design houses typically employ the "Sword-Spigot" method. So, when comparing the two, which system prevails: 🐔 or ⚔️? Learn more by subscribing to IAST YouTube channel: https://lnkd.in/ggaCh4Yx
