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Expansion joint

D.03External Thermal Insulation Composite System (ETICS)
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How this node works

At structural joints the ETICS is interrupted with a bellows profile that follows the movements without cracking the base coat.

Key points

  • Structural joint
  • Insulation interrupted both sides
  • Bellows joint profile
  • Mesh returned and fixed
  • Continuous finish over the profile

Conceptual, language-neutral drawing for study and orientation — not an execution drawing. Dimensions and verifications belong to the designer.

Expansion joint — External Thermal Insulation Composite System (ETICS) | Architheca