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Kawneer 1600 Series Curtain Wall 

1600 / 1600UT / 1600UT SS

Kawneer’s 1600 Series Curtain Wall systems provide a robust and flexible solution for low- to mid-rise building envelopes, combining structural performance, thermal efficiency, and design versatility. Engineered for impact resistance, seismic performance, and energy code compliance, these systems are suited for a wide range of project demands, including hurricane zones and high-span facades.

Modular and compatible across the series, each system allows seamless integration with Kawneer entrances, GLASSvent® windows, and sun control systems — with options for pressure glazing, reinforced mullions, and dual-color finishes.

Performance & Features

– 2-1/2″ (63.5 mm) sightline
– Depths: 6″ (152.4 mm), 7-1/2″ (190.5 mm), 10-1/2″ (267 mm)
– Flush-glazed aesthetic with concealed fastener joinery
– Seamless mullion fillers and open-back options
– Thermal and ultra-thermal framing options
– Seismic tested: AAMA 501.4 and 501.6 compliant
– Integration with GLASSvent® UT, Insulpour® entrances, and sun control systems
– Inside or outside glazing options
– Anodized and painted finish options (standard or custom)
– Optional steel reinforcement, backpans, bull nose and deep covers

Model Overview

1600 Wall System®1
– Standard thermal framing
– Depth options: 6″, 7-1/2″, 10-1/2″
– Designed for smooth monolithic appearance
– Optional impact-resistant framing: 7-1/16″ to 10-13/16″
– Ideal for low- to mid-rise, hurricane and blast-mitigated applications

1600UT System 1
– Ultra-thermal barrier design with multiple infill depths
– Depths: 6″ to 10-1/2″ (double pane), 6-3/4″ to 11-1/4″ (triple pane)
– Supports aluminum or fiberglass pressure plates
– Thermal performance without risk of thermal fatigue

1600UT SS
– Screw spline fabrication with ultra-thermal performance
– Standard 7-3/4″ depth, 6-1/4″ optional
– Frame U-factor as low as 0.24 with 1″ IGUs
– Semi-unitized construction for faster installation
– Seismic and air/water/structural tested to latest standards

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With extensive experience in glazing systems for both residential and commercial markets, our expertise is built on a strong foundation of over ten years in structural solutions and seven years in facade engineering. This combined knowledge allows us to deliver high-quality, innovative, and reliable solutions tailored to the needs of modern construction.

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