Q-VENT

Rainscreen Framing Systems

Introducing Q-VENT

For a comprehensive facade solution, choose Q-Vent Rainscreen Framing Systems

Q-Vent is a suite of carefully developed rainscreen framing systems designed to offer a versatile and comprehensive facade solution for the broadest range of facade materials.

This advanced rainscreen framing system has been manufactured to support a wide range of cladding materials and is adaptable to meet the specific requirements of unique projects.

Each and every element of Q-Vents manufactured system has been developed to the highest quality standards with some of the shortest lead times in the industry.

With over 11 years of experience, Q-Vent framing systems have successfully completed more than 1,000 projects worldwide, fostering long-term relationships with repeat customers and building strong partnerships along the way. Whether you need a custom rainscreen framing system or a tailored solution for your next project, we’re here to help.

We design, engineer, and manufacture architectural rainscreen framing systems.

We can design bespoke solutions, according to individual project specifications and provide full-scale engineering service. We can also simply manufacture standard framing system components.

Our typical production lead time is 2-3 weeks and we keep the most common items in stock, including everything you need for a complete facade installation, including fasteners and accessories.

We have worked on numerous projects around the globe, from small high-end residential projects, to large commercial projects such as universities, hospitals, offices, hotels, and government buildings. Get in touch to find out more or if you need specific framing support and technical guidance.

QV 1
Visible
Fixing

QV 6
Concealed Undercut Fixing

QV 9
Metal
Cassettes Fixing

AI10
Bespoke
Slab to Slab

QV 1.1

Exposed Mechanical Fastening for Flat Panels using QVB Wall Brackets

The QV1.1 system is widely used for attachment of cladding panels, using visible fasteners.

In addition, QV1.1 can serve as the vertical attachment basis for other cladding systems.

QV1.1 is most suitable for concrete and masonry (CMU) substrates.
It can be used on a stud wall where the vertical profile location is independent of the joint layout.

The system consists of QVB wall brackets and vertical T and L profiles:

The vertical profiles are attached to the QVB wall brackets via a series of fixed and sliding connections.
The fixed connections absorb both dead and wind loads. The sliding connections absorb the wind load and allow for the thermal movement.
Cladding panels are attached to the vertical profiles using exposed fasteners, usually painted to match the cladding finish.

The wall brackets come with a thermo-pad to reduce thermal bridging and prevent galvanic corrosion.

QV 1.2

Exposed Mechanical Fastening for Flat Panels in Case of Stud Wall Construction

The QV1.2 system is an exposed attachment system designed for stud walls and where a horizontal support is required for the vertical rails.

The panels are attached to vertical HAT and J rails using visible fasteners.

The vertical rails are attached to one of the following configurations of horizontal supports:

Continuous horizontal HAT / J / Z rails attached directly to the wall.
Continuous horizontal T rails fixed to the stud wall and L clips, at every vertical rail, fixed to the horizontal T rail.
Continuous L rails attached to QHB wall brackets.

All options come with thermo-pads to reduce thermal bridging and prevent galvanic corrosion.

QV6

Concealed Fastening for Flat and 3D Panels using Undercut Anchors

The QV6 system is designed for hidden support of various cladding materials, using undercut anchor technology.

The system can be used on stud wall, concrete, and masonry (CMU) substrates.
QV6 is customisable to be used with many types of undercut anchors available on the market.

The undercut anchors are placed in the back of the cladding panels and hangers are secured to the undercut anchors. The hangers have built-in bolts allowing fine vertical adjustment of the panels.
The cladding panels are suspended with the hangers that are engaged into the horizontal system rails.
The horizontal system rails are attached to the vertical T and L profiles, which are attached to the QVB wall brackets via a series of fixed and sliding connections.

The wall brackets come with a thermo-pad to reduce thermal bridging and prevent galvanic corrosion.

QV9.3

Mechanical Fastening for Formed Metal Panels

The QV9.3 system is an efficient solution for mechanical attachment of formed metal panels using hangers.

The system requires formed metal panels to have “keyhole” cutouts that engage with the hangers.

QV9.3 is most suitable for concrete and masonry (CMU) substrates but can also be used on stud walls with the addition of horizontal profiles.

The panels are suspended on the hangers and secured with fasteners on the top leg of the panel.
The hangers are attached to vertical T profiles, which are attached to QVB wall brackets via a series of fixed and sliding connections.

The wall brackets come with a thermo-pad to reduce thermal bridging and prevent galvanic corrosion.

QV9.5

Mechanically Fastened Extruded Aluminium Panel System

The QV9.5 system incorporates an attachment system, as well as extruded aluminum panels, manufactured by Q-VENT.

The panels can be provided in a variety of shapes, sizes, and finishes and can be installed vertically or horizontally using a specialized clip system.

QV9.5 can be used on stud wall, concrete, and masonry (CMU) substrates.

In the case of horizontal installation, the panels are installed on vertical profiles, which are attached to QVB wall brackets via a series of fixed and sliding connections.
In the case of vertical installation, the panels are installed on horizontal rails.

The wall brackets come with a thermo-pad to reduce thermal bridging and prevent galvanic corrosion.

AI10

Slab-to-Slab Facade Installation

AIO system is designed to span story heights without the need for intermediate fixings, and can be used for installation of various cladding materials.

AIO provides a further advantage in thermal performance by limiting the number of penetrations in the thermal insulation of the building.

The system components are created individually for every project.

The cladding panels are attached directly to the AIO vertical rails or via other rails, depending on the cladding configuration.
The AIO rails are attached to the QAB wall brackets located at floor levels.
The AIO rails feature a custom insert, placed at the profile joints, designed for absorbing thermal movement and floor-to-floor deflection.

The wall brackets come with a thermo-pad to reduce thermal bridging and prevent galvanic corrosion.