FAQ — Kalwall

What products does Kalwall make?

Kalwall makes an array of products for daylighting needs, including skylights, skyroofs, facades, canopies, and walkways.

What are the benefits of Kalwall skylights?

Kalwall skylights provide museum-quality daylighting by diffusing natural light without glare. They minimize solar gain, maximize thermal performance, and can handle extreme weather including hurricanes. Because they are self-cleaning, they also reduce maintenance costs.

What are the benefits of Kalwall canopies?

Kalwall canopies offer protection from the elements while diffusing daylight to provide a museum-quality experience. This translucency helps soften interior-exterior transitions, which can be difficult for aging populations and people with sensory issues.

What are the benefits of Kalwall facades?

Kalwall high-performing facades make it possible to experience museum-quality daylighting while also benefitting from the insulation of a solid wall.

Are you an authorized Kalwall distributor?

Yes. Abbey-Simons is an authorized distributor of Kalwall products in eastern Kansas and western Missouri.

Where are Kalwall products manufactured?

Kalwall products are manufactured in the Kalwall factory in Manchester, New Hampshire.

What materials are Kalwall skylights made out of?

Kalwall skylights are made of high-performance panels comprised of:

  • A structural grid core made of a series of interlocking aluminum and thermally broken I-beams.  
  • An interior fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) face sheet.
  • Translucent insulation.
  • An exterior fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) face sheet.
  • Proprietary adhesive technology bonding the interior and exterior face sheets.
  • Kalwall weatherable coating.

What materials are Kalwall canopies made out of?

Kalwall canopies are made of high-performance panels comprised of:
 

  • A structural grid core made of a series of interlocking aluminum and thermally broken I-beams.  
  • An interior fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) face sheet.
  • Translucent insulation.
  • An exterior fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) face sheet.
  • Proprietary adhesive technology bonding the interior and exterior face sheets.
  • Kalwall weatherable coating.

What materials are Kalwall facades made out of?

Kalwall facades are made of high-performance panels comprised of:

  1. A structural grid core made of a series of interlocking aluminum and thermally broken I-beams.  
  1. An interior fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) face sheet.
  1. Translucent insulation.
  1. An exterior fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) face sheet.
  1. Proprietary adhesive technology bonding the interior and exterior face sheets.
  1. Kalwall weatherable coating.

What are the different types of Kalwall skylights?

Kalwall skylights are available as S-lines shapes, pyramids, and geo-roofs.

What are the different types of Kalwall canopies?

Kalwall canopies are available with several different design options: flat or curved panels, different grid patterns, exterior colored tint options, interior textures, and colored inserts.

What are the different types of Kalwall facades?

Kalwall facades can be flat or curved and can include punched openings.

What is the lifespan of Kalwall skylights?

Kalwall skylights have a design life of 25 years with minimal maintenance.

What is the lifespan of Kalwall canopies?

Kalwall canopies are designed to last for decades

What is the lifespan of Kalwall facades?

Kalwall facades are designed to last for decades.

How much do Kalwall skylights cost?

The cost of Kalwall skylights depends on type, design choices, and size. Contact us for a quote.

How much do Kalwall canopies cost?

The cost of Kalwall canopies depends size and design choices. Contact us for a quote.

How much do Kalwall facades cost?

The cost of Kalwall facades depends on size and design choices. Contact us for a quote.

What kinds of buildings work for Kalwall skylights?

Kalwall skylights are ideal for buildings that contain people:

  • Schools
  • Museums
  • Libraries
  • Gyms
  • Offices
  • Retail
  • Healthcare facilities

What kinds of buildings work for Kalwall canopies?

Almost any building with foot traffic can benefit from a Kalwall canopy, including:

  • Healthcare facilities
  • Multi-family
  • Retail
  • Hotels
  • Restaurants
  • Offices
  • Schools
  • Museums
  • Performing arts venues
  • Transportation facilities

What kinds of buildings work for Kalwall facades?

Kalwall facades work well on buildings that have open site lines to allow natural daylight in and to create an exterior visual impact.

Can I use Kalwall skylights in a retrofitted space?

Yes, Kalwall skylights can be used in a retrofitted space. Contact us to discuss options.

Can I use Kalwall canopies in a retrofitted space?

Yes, Kalwall canopies can be used in a retrofitted space. Contact us to discuss options.

Can I use Kalwall facades in a retrofitted space?

Yes, Kalwall facades can be used in a retrofitted space. Contact us to discuss options.

What are the environmental benefits of Kalwall skylights?

Kalwall skylights offer many environmental benefits, including:
 

  • Superior thermal performance, reducing the need for artificial heating and cooling
  • Solar heat gain control, reducing energy consumption
  • Energy efficiency resulting from the elimination of hot spots

What are the environmental benefits of Kalwall canopies?

Kalwall canopies offer many environmental benefits, including:
 

  • Superior thermal performance, reducing the need for artificial heating and cooling
  • Solar heat gain control, reducing energy consumption
  • Energy efficiency resulting from the elimination of hot spots

What are the environmental benefits of Kalwall facades?

Kalwall facades offer many environmental benefits, including:

  • Superior thermal performance, reducing the need for artificial heating and cooling
  • Solar heat gain control, reducing energy consumption
  • Energy efficiency resulting from the elimination of hot spots

What is the lead time on Kalwall products?

Lead times for Kalwall products depend on product selection, design choices, and size. Contact us for a quote.

How are Kalwall products maintained?

Kalwall products feature a self-cleaning surface, so normal rainfall should keep the surface sediment-free. All of the panels used in Kalwall products are also mildew, fungus, corrosion, and termite resistant.  Should maintenance be needed, the skyroofs and canopies are person-safe and OSHA fall-through compliant.

How often do Kalwall skylights need to be replaced?

Kalwall skylights are designed to last for decades. If replacement is required, it should be provided by an authorized Kalwall dealer who will replace it with a genuine Kalwall product.

How often do Kalwall canopies need to be replaced?

Kalwall canopies are designed to last for decades. If replacement is required, it should be provided by an authorized Kalwall dealer who will replace it with a genuine Kalwall product.

Can Kalwall skylights be repaired?

Yes. Depending on the extent of the damage, Kalwall skylights can be repaired. Contact us to discuss options.

Can Kalwall canopies be repaired?

Yes. Depending on the extent of the damage, Kalwall canopies can be repaired. Contact us to discuss options.