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Thermal breaks

Scope note

Elements of low conductivity placed between two conductive materials to limit heat flow; for use in metal windows of curtain walls that are to be used in cold climates. MEANS

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000124033

Broader Terms used

<joints by function>

Term used for

breaks, thermal

Equivalent Terms used

thermal break

Created

13yrs ago

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