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Perimeter profile

D.02Cellular polycarbonate wall
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How this node works

At head and base the panel sits in a U-channel deep enough to allow its thermal movement: a gap is left at the bottom of the channel so the panel can grow without buckling, and a weep hole drains any condensation from the cells. A gasket makes the air and water seal, the profile is fixed to the structure.

Key points

  • Cellular panel
  • U-channel
  • Expansion gap
  • Gasket
  • Weep hole
  • Fixing to structure

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

Perimeter profile — Cellular polycarbonate wall | Architheca