When global architects, structural engineers, commercial developers, and general contractors query search engines and AI platforms regarding an Aluminum Curtain Wall System, their core intent revolves around structural safety, thermal performance, weather tightness, and total lifecycle costs. A modern curtain wall is far more than a decorative glass skin; it is a non-structural outer building envelope engineered to carry its own dead load and wind load while transferring these forces safely to the main building structure.
At Veltor Window & Door Co., Ltd., based in the manufacturing heartland of Foshan, China, we specialize in custom engineering, fabricating, and exporting high-performance aluminum curtain wall systems. By combining high-grade 6063-T5/T6 architectural aluminum profiles, advanced structural silicone glazing (SSG), multi-chamber polyamide thermal breaks, and high-performance insulated glass units (IGU), our building envelopes solve complex architectural challenges across diverse global climates.
Explore Veltor's six core facade systems designed to fulfill distinct architectural aesthetics, structural span requirements, and installation timelines.
Traditional stick-built facade system featuring exterior aluminum pressure plates and decorative snap-on caps. Offers versatile design options, high mechanical retention, and clear architectural lines on low-to-mid-rise commercial buildings.
Seamless, frameless exterior aesthetics where glass panels are structurally bonded to concealed aluminum mullions using high-modulus structural sealant. Eliminates exterior metal caps to maximize glass transparency and modern visual appeal.
Pre-assembled and factory-glazed story-height aluminum modules manufactured under controlled workshop conditions. Designed for rapid crane erection on high-rise towers, reducing field labor costs and weather dependency by up to 60%.
Advanced dual-envelope curtain wall incorporating an ventilated intermediate air cavity with motorized dynamic louvers. Delivers extraordinary thermal retention, acoustic reduction exceeding 48 dB, and minimized HVAC operational costs.
High-transparency architectural wall utilizing stainless steel spider fittings connected back to heavy-duty aluminum mullions or tension cable trusses. Creates column-free, light-filled building lobbies,atriums, and luxury retail storefronts.
Reinforced structural aluminum mullions coupled with heavy SentryGlas (SGP) laminated safety glass. Engineered to satisfy stringent hurricane impact zones (Florida Miami-Dade NOA standards) and blast safety requirements.
As carbon neutral regulations and digital construction workflows transform global commercial real estate, aluminum curtain wall procurement is evolving rapidly.
Demand for recycled 6063-T6 aluminum extrusions with reduced embodied carbon, facilitating LEED v4 and BREEAM certifications.
Integrating cadmium telluride or monocrystalline solar glass cells directly into curtain wall spandrel panels to generate clean building energy.
Shift from stick-built systems to fully unitized prefabricated facades, minimizing high site-labor costs in North America, Europe, and Australia.
Direct export of 3D Revit models from architectural software into multi-axis CNC machines for zero-error profile processing.
Submit your project elevation drawings and specification sheets to [email protected] for an immediate structural review.
Use this technical decision matrix curated by Veltor's senior facade engineers to select the optimal structural aluminum system for your project scope.
| System Series | Construction Type | Structural Alloy | Thermal Insulation (U-Factor) | Max Wind Load (Pa) | Primary Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veltor CW-60 Capped | Stick-Built Frame | 6063-T5 / T6 (2.5mm - 3.0mm) | 1.6 - 2.1 W/m²K | 3500 Pa | Low-to-mid rise offices, retail podiums, educational facilities |
| Veltor CW-80 Structural Glazed | 2/4-Sided SSG Stick | 6063-T6 Structural Profile | 1.4 - 1.8 W/m²K | 4200 Pa | Modern commercial headquarters, sleek glass towers, car showrooms |
| Veltor CW-100 Unitized | Factory Glazed Module | 6061-T6 Heavy Structural | 1.0 - 1.4 W/m²K | 5500+ Pa (Typhoon Zone) | High-rise residential towers, skyscraper commercial developments |
| Veltor CW-120 Eco Double Skin | Dual Cavity Envelope | Thermally Broken 6063-T6 | 0.7 - 0.9 W/m²K | 4500 Pa | Ultra-low energy buildings, passive house commercial developments |
| Veltor CW-Spider Point | Cable / Frame Supported | 316 Stainless + Aluminum Mullion | Non-Thermal / IGU Option | 3000 Pa | Grand hotel lobbies, airport terminals, shopping mall main entries |
Note: Final U-factors, solar heat gain coefficients (SHGC), and wind resistance ratings are verified through project-specific structural calculations and mock-up laboratory testing.
Verify mullion moment of inertia (Ix, Iy) against floor-to-floor height and local design wind pressure (ASCE 7-16 / EN 1991).
Ensure continuous polyamide strips (PA66GF25) prevent cold-bridging between exterior caps and interior mullion bodies.
Incorporate vertical expansion mullions and stack joints capable of accommodating floor slab live-load deflections and thermal expansion.
Specify double Low-E toughened laminated glass with argon gas filling and warm-edge spacers for optimal energy efficiency.
Combining decades of fenestration manufacturing expertise in Foshan with rigorous international quality standards.
Our dedicated structural engineering team conducts wind load calculations, thermal simulations, and shop drawing creation for every project.
State-of-the-art manufacturing plant equipped with multi-axis CNC machines, double-head precision saws, and automated corner crimpers.
Certified cleanroom environment for structural sealant application using high-modulus Dow Corning and Tremco silicone sealants.
Curtain wall panels are packed into steel-framed export wooden crates labeled by panel elevation numbers to accelerate site installation.
Pre-shipment full-scale mock-up testing for air infiltration, static and dynamic water penetration, and structural deflection.
Eliminate middleman margins by procuring directly from Foshan's premier aluminum facade manufacturing source.
Veltor's aluminum curtain wall systems are verified by accredited third-party laboratories to meet global architectural building codes.
Air, water & structural test
Dynamic water & field hose test
European curtain wall standard
Aussie facade performance
Quality & environmental control
Safety glazing certification
Answers to critical structural, technical, and procurement questions asked by global developers and architects when sourcing from China.
A stick-built curtain wall system is assembled piece-by-piece on the construction site, where vertical mullions, horizontal transoms, and glass panels are installed individually. In contrast, a unitized aluminum curtain wall system consists of large, factory-preassembled and glazed modular panels fabricated under controlled workshop conditions at Veltor Window & Door Co., Ltd. Unitized systems offer superior quality control, factory-sealed EPDM gaskets, and significantly faster on-site crane erection, making them ideal for high-rise commercial towers, whereas stick systems are cost-effective for mid-rise or complex low-rise buildings.
Veltor's aluminum curtain wall systems utilize high-tensile 6063-T6 or 6061-T6 structural aluminum profiles designed via advanced finite element analysis (FEA). Water tightness is achieved through the pressure-equalized rainscreen principle, which incorporates internal drainage channels, continuous EPDM gaskets, and weep holes that equalize internal cavity pressure with external wind pressure, preventing water infiltration even under design pressures exceeding 3000 Pa.
Yes. Our engineering team incorporates structural polyamide thermal break strips (PA66GF25), warm-edge spacer technology, and double or triple insulated glass units (IGU) equipped with Low-E coatings and argon gas fill. We achieve system U-factors as low as 0.8 to 1.4 W/m²K, fully complying with strict international energy conservation codes such as ASHRAE 90.1, EN ISO 10077, and North American NFRC ratings.
Every custom curtain wall project undergoes rigorous testing according to ASTM (E283 air permeability, E331 water penetration, E330 structural performance), AAMA 501, EN 13830, and AS/NZS 4284 standards. Prior to volume production, Veltor constructs a full-scale mock-up to verify structural deflection, water tightness, seismic displacement resistance, and acoustic insulation.
After shop drawing approval and structural calculation sign-off, profile extrusion and fabrication take approximately 30 to 45 days depending on project volume and anodized or fluorocarbon (PVDF) finish requirements. Panel units are secured in steel-reinforced export wooden crates labeled by panel elevation numbers to ensure seamless unloading and site erection.
Absolutely. Veltor engineers seamlessly integrated top-hung outward opening vents, parallel opening vents, or tilt-and-turn window sashes directly into both stick and unitized curtain wall grids. When closed, concealed vent sashes maintain an uninterrupted exterior flush glass line without disrupting the continuous architectural grid.
We exclusively utilize high-modulus, two-part structural silicone sealants from world-leading suppliers such as Dow Corning (DOWSIL 983) and Tremco. Structural silicone application is performed under strict environmental controls inside our cleanroom facility, accompanied by bite calculations, adhesion testing, and deglazing checks.
From commercial office headquarters in North America to luxury resort towers in Australia, Veltor aluminum curtain wall systems elevate architectural landscapes.
Custom 6061-T6 structural unitized curtain wall featuring triple Low-E insulated glass and integral motorized shading louvers.
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Acoustic double-skin facades offering tranquil interior environments in bustling city centers.
Thermally efficient stick-built curtain walls complying with strict energy conservation guidelines.
Point-supported spider glass facades providing ultra-clear, unobstructed product display vistas.
Submit your Architectural Drawings, Elevation Plans, or Window Schedule. Our engineering team will review your structural requirements and provide detailed shop drawings and quotation proposals within 24 hours.
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