HALFEN CURTAIN WALL SUPPORT SYSTEM

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HCW 05-CN-E

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CONTENTS Introduction and short project list Installation examples Typical curtain wall connections Selecting the right channel Installation Halfen channels and T-bolts for extreme load situations Halfen channels and T-bolts for standard applications Halfen channels and T-bolts for use in thin concrete elements Halfen high load channel HCW 52/34 Disadvantages of welding and advantages of using Halfen channels A Worldwide Reputation for Excellence

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S H O R T P R O J E CT L I ST

Jin-Mao, Shanghai

IFC One, Hong Kong

Henderson Centre, Central Plaza, Beijing Hong Kong

Oriental Plaza, Beijing

COFCO Plaza, Beijing

In 1929 HALFEN started to produce adjustable connection systems in Germany which soon became known as Halfen channels. Now used worldwide, the amount of Halfen channels installed in the past 10 years alone would almost span the globe. The product allows adjustable connections to precast concrete as well as for concrete poured at the constructions site. Halfen channels are ideal, for framing applications, and for facade xing solutions. A highly competent Research and Development team makes sure, that HALFEN-DEHA maintains its reputation as technology leader by offering the most innovative and the user-friendly xing and anchoring systems. The Halfen System

Tianan Plaza, Tianan

Hong Kong Chek Lap Kok Airport

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New World Centre, Beijing

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Typical facade connection to the top of oor slab.

Typical facade connection to the edge of a oor slab.

Facade connections using toothed HZA channels to provide adjustment in the direction of the wind load. One or two channels can be used per bracket.

Typical connection to the edge of a post tensioned oor slab.

Sunscreen connections using channels to support vertical & horizontal loads.

Typical window connection to precast panel.

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Mullion

Mullion

Angle cleat

Angle cleat

Halfen Cast-in Channel & T-Head Bolt Halfen Cast-in Channel & T-Head Bolt

Typical anchorage detail to top of slab

High wind load connection using Halfen high load channel HCW S2/34

Halfen Cast-in Channel Type HGB-E

Halfen HZA Toothed Channel

Curtain Walling bolted to structure using Halfen Cast-in Channel

Typical anchorage detail to edge of thin slab

Typical sunscreen / glazing detail

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Halfen Toothed HZA Channel assembly comprises two toothed channels. Strap aids location to form (optional)

Head Detail

Halfen T-Head Bolt & Nut Window attachment bracket Halfen Cast-in Channel in pre-cast panel or insitu concrete Head bracket Shim between bracket & concrete if required Halfen Toothed T-Head Bolts Window frame

Cill Detail

Halfen T-Head Bolt & Nut

Halfen Toothed HZA Channel assembly cast into concrete allows adjustment but prevents slippage under wind load

Halfen Cast-in Channel in pre-cast panel or insitu concrete

Typical anchorage details for individual or strip windows

Mullion Angle cleat by others

Halfen Cast-in Channel & T-Head Bolt Edge trim Metal decking Halfen Cast-in Channel HTA or HGB-E

Mullion cleats and mullion bolts by others Pocket formed in top of slab

Halfen T-Head Bolts

Typical anchorage detail to metal deck oor slab

Typical anchorage detail to top of oor slabs. Option of pocket at channel locations as illustrated.

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S E L E CT I N G T H E R I G H T H A L F E N C H A N N E L F O R E AC H LOA D C O N D I T I O N

LOA D C O N D I T I O N S A N D R E Q U I R E D H A L F E N C H A N N E L S

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EXAMPLE 1

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EXAMPLE 2

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Nail channel to formwork

When concrete is set, remove the formwork, then remove the ller material from the channel.

Insert T-bolt into channel and rotate ninety degrees.

Attach component and tighten nut.

S P E C I A L I N STA L L AT I O N AS S E M B L I E S
Fabricated Ski Assembly Factory fabricated assembly assures channel positioning on top of ribs & from slab edge. Welded Corner Assembly Factory fabricated assembly allows bolt xings close to corner edge. Additional spacer straps may be added to ensure correct channel height. Nail channel securely to formwork

Accurate placement of channel

Special Anchor Fabrications to allow positioning and xing of channel to troughs in metal deck.

Fabricated channel pair Factory manufactured to provide accurate channel spacing.

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F O R E X T R E M E S I T UAT I O N S

FACTO R E D D E S I G N LOA D C O N D I T I O N S

H A L F E N CAST- I N C H A N N E L S H TA A N D H Z A M AT E R I A L D E S I G N R E S I STA N C E VA LU E S

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F O R E X T R E M E S I T UAT I O N S

H A L F E N CAST- I N C H A N N E L S H TA / H Z A M I N I M U M S PAC I N G a r, a a , a e , a f A N D d

H A L F E N T- H E A D B O LT S H S R , H Z S M AT E R I A L D E S I G N R E S I STA N C E P E R B O LT

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F O R STA N DA R D A P P L I CAT I O N S

FACTO R E D D E S I G N LOA D C O N D I T I O N S

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F O R STA N DA R D A P P L I CAT I O N S

H A L F E N CAST- I N C H A N N E L S H TA / H Z A M I N I M U M S PAC I N G a r, a a , a e , a f A N D d

H A L F E N T- H E A D B O LT S H S M AT E R I A L D E S I G N R E S I STA N C E P E R B O LT

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FOR USE IN THIN CONCRETE ELEMENTS

FACTO R E D D E S I G N LOA D C O N D I T I O N S

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FOR USE IN THIN CONCRETE ELEMENTS

H A L F E N T- H E A D B O LT S H S M AT E R I A L D E S I G N R E S I STA N C E P E R B O LT

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F O R CU R TA I N WA L L C O N N E CT I O N S

TY P I CA L I N STA L L AT I O N

P R O D U CT D E S C R I P T I O N

CHANNEL DIMENSIONS AND POSITIONING

REINFORCEMENT REQUIREMENTS

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C H A N N E L LOA D DATA

FAST E N E R I N F O R M AT I O N

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WELDING Risk of sparks starting res and damaging glass & aluminium facade = high risk & high cost. Quality welding difcult to achieve and check on site = high risk. Welding needs a lot of time and should be tested to verify quality = slow installation & high risk. Painting required after welding to provide any corrosion protection = poor corrosion protection, more time, another operation to check, dripping paint damages facade and creates health hazard. Heavy electrical equipment, trailing wires, and electricity = safety hazards. Welds must be broken and re-welded if adjustment needed after initial installation = slow installation. Embedded plates are designed per project and need testing to verify performance.

Welding is slow, is a re risk, and needs to be closely checked for quality.

Weld and paint splatter can cause expensive damage to the facade.

Welded connections require painting to give minimal corrosion protection.

Welding requires difcult repositioning of heavy equipment and a costly energy supply.

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HALFEN CHANNEL Only simple tools needed for installation. Easy and fast to install without special training. Components protected from corrosion by quality galvanising and plating. Can be installed without power supply. Easily adjustable connections. Fully tested components with veried load capacities.

TOTA L C O ST C O U N T S

claims and remaining risks post processing (corrosion protection, quality control)

purchase

assembling including crane waiting periods

planning

Cast-In Channels

Welding Plates

The only tool required.

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