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KWS® ThermaZee®

ThermaZee® combines the simplicity of traditional Z-furring with modern sustainability. Its built-in ThermaStop® isolator and unique punch pattern reduce thermal bridging by up to 95%, boosting energy efficiency. Made from durable, non-combustible steel that is 100% recyclable, ThermaZee® supports high-performance, eco-conscious wall assemblies without compromising strength or versatility.

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Features & functionality

  • Steel girt with a unique punch pattern engineered for strength and durability
  • Supports vertical and horizontal girt orientations for design flexibility
  • Thermally isolated with a ThermaStop® isolation strip that significantly decreases thermal bridging
  • ZAM® coated steel with enhanced corrosion resistance that extends the lifespan of the girt
  • Available in depths from 1 1/2 inches to 5 inches


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Environment & materials

Improved by:

  • Steel ThermaZee® is recyclable and non-combustible
  • ThermaStop® isolator reduces thermal bridging, improving energy efficiency
  • American-made and produced steel


Certification & rating systems:

  • ThermaStop® isolator is made with Red List Free thermoset polymers
  • ZAM® coating is Red List Free

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ThermaZee® Guide Spec, Technical Data Sheet

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  • VERIFICATION LCA
  • 3rd-party reviewed
  • Transparency Report (EPD)
  • 3rd-party verified

Validity: 06/03/25 – 06/02/30
SM-KWS – 20250603 – 003


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  • Self-declared

This environmental product declaration (EPD) was externally verified by Industrial Ecology Consultants, according to ISO 14044; ISO 21930:2017; SM Part A: LCA calculation rules and report requirements, 2023; SM Part B: Cladding Support Components and Systems; and ISO 14025:2006.

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SUMMARY

Reference PCR
SM Part B: Cladding Support Components and Systems, 2022

Regions; system boundaries
North America; Cradle-to-gate

Declared unit
0.6096m (24 linear in) of cladding support system: one single clip unit (if present) & metal rails with clip spaced at one per 24in, w/ exterior cavity depth sufficient to accommodate 101.6mm (4in) of insulation plus depth of support components outboard of insulation layer to which the cladding is attached.

LCIA methodology; LCA software; LCI databases
TRACI 2.1; SimaPro Developer 9.6; ecoinvent v3.10, Industry data 2.0, and US-EI 2.2

Public LCA
LCA of KWS rainscreen cladding support systems

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