This guide is for builders and construction professionals utilizing thin joint wall construction who need a reliable, thermally efficient lintel solution. The Catnic Angle Lintel provides robust support for openings in external solid walls, reducing thermal bridging and simplifying installation. However, users must ensure appropriate propping and lateral restraint during the construction phase for optimal performance and safety.
Thin Joint Wall Compatibility: Specifically designed to meet the unique requirements of thin joint wall construction, suitable for external cavity, internal partition, and party walls. - Universal Cavity Width Suitability: Engineered to accommodate a wide range of cavity widths, offering versatility in various building designs. - Thermal Bridging Reduction: Helps to significantly reduce heat loss through window heads, contributing to improved energy efficiency in buildings. - Duplex Corrosion Protection: Features a robust dual-layer corrosion protection system, ensuring long-term durability and resistance against environmental elements. - Standard Duty Loading: Suitable for general-purpose applications that require standard duty load-bearing capabilities. - Incremental Standard Lengths: Available in a range of standard lengths, including the 1500mm model, with increments for precise fitting.
Optimized for modern thin joint construction methods.
Versatile application across various cavity widths.
Enhances building energy efficiency by reducing thermal bridging.
Provides superior long-term durability due to Duplex Corrosion Protection.
Simplifies specification with standard duty loading.
Range of standard lengths facilitates easier planning and installation.
Requires temporary propping and lateral restraint during construction.
Limited to standard duty loading applications; not for heavy-duty structural requirements.
Length options are in fixed increments, requiring accurate measurement.
Optimized for modern thin joint construction methods.
Versatile application across various cavity widths.
Enhances building energy efficiency by reducing thermal bridging.
Provides superior long-term durability due to Duplex Corrosion Protection.
Simplifies specification with standard duty loading.
Range of standard lengths facilitates easier planning and installation.
Requires temporary propping and lateral restraint during construction.
Limited to standard duty loading applications; not for heavy-duty structural requirements.
Length options are in fixed increments, requiring accurate measurement.
The Catnic Angle Lintel is engineered to deliver reliable structural support for openings within thin joint wall constructions. Its primary function is to bear the load of masonry above windows and doors, ensuring stability and integrity of the wall. This lintel is particularly effective in external solid wall applications where thermal performance is crucial, thanks to its design that actively reduces thermal bridging at window heads.In practice, this lintel integrates seamlessly into both external cavity and internal partition walls, as well as party wall construction using thin joint methods. Its ability to accommodate various cavity widths makes it a flexible choice for different architectural designs. When installed correctly with adequate propping and lateral restraint during construction, it provides a secure and durable solution, contributing to the overall strength and thermal efficiency of the building envelope.