Exposed, Vertical Rainscreen Fastening Systems

Vertical architectural panel substructure is a widespread rainscreen design that can support exposed fastened or concealed fastening systems, continuous insulation, thermal breaks, and cladding leveling. The vertical Hat or Zee profile provides a 1” depth air cavity with sufficient airflow and drainage of the rainscreen cavity for most cladding types.

X-V25

X-V25

Vertical Substructure
1 inch deep

X-BK-V

X-BK-V

Up to 11 1/2 in. deep
Cladding Leveling
May Be Thermally Broken