Guardian 275® Translucent Panel Skylights & Curtainwall
- Overview
- Translucent Skylights
- Curtainwall Systems
- TransCURVE™
- Specialty Applications
- Resources
- Design Guides
- Project Portfolio
- Product Catalogs
TransCURVE™ - Curved Translucent Building Panels
When traditional skylights and flat curtainwall aren't enough, consider TransCURVE™. These curved translucent panels come in standard or custom radii.
- Striking curved appearance enhances design freedom.
- Natural energy efficiency saves money and stabilizes HVAC loads.
- Provides the beauty of natural daylighting while reducing glare and heat loss.
- Possible LEED® and LEED for Schools credit opportunities.
Major manufactures TransCURVE™ translucent building panels from high-performance architectural-grade fiberglass. Long-term weather protection for our exterior fiberglass face sheet starts with Ultimate Series™ technology that utilizes a unique blend of polymers, UV inhibitors, color stabilizers, and a permanent fiberbloom erosion veil to establish a new benchmark for long-term performance. All structural components in a TransCURVE™ skylight use high-performance sealants and EPDM gasketing for optimal water management. Like our other Guardian 275® panels, numerous insulation and sheet color options are also available.
Typical skylight applications include 180 degree barrel vaults in single or multiple panel configurations. Other designs incorporate the low-rise concept with or without structural tubes depending on the span. Wall applications are numerous, and are especially effective in corners or for special alcove-style feature areas.
Design Considerations
- Standard skylight designs are based on a 40 PSF live load with a 20 PSF wind load.
- Maximum grid size is 12"x24" in both four-foot wide and five-foot wide panels.
- Larger spans require double panels and smaller grid configurations. Consult the factory for your specific job.
- Thrust loads on the curb vary by skylight configuration and span. Thrust-free designs are optional, and normally require collar ties or structural curbing.
- Wall panels normally run horizontally with a 5'-0" maximum height. Standard wall panels are sized in 14'-0" lengths to facilitate installation. Minimum panel radius in any application is 4'-0".
TransCURVE™ Specifications
As with all of our products, additional color choices are available, although certain combinations may be subject to material availability. For specific performance specifications, including ASTM test results and other tests, please refer to our standard Guardian 275® translucent panel literature, or Major's technical manual.
