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	The size and thickness of the steel sections can be varied according to the façade wall height and windloads. Typically, C-sections and U-sections of 75-100 mm depth are cold roll-formed from galvanized steel strip of 1.2-3.2 mm thickness. Pairs of C-sections may be used next to large openings, and are typically placed at 400 or 600 mm spacings.		The size and thickness of the steel sections can be varied according to the façade wall height and windloads. Typically, C-sections and U-sections of 75-100 mm depth are cold roll-formed from galvanized steel strip of 1.2-3.2 mm thickness. Pairs of C-sections may be used next to large openings, and are typically placed at 400 or 600 mm spacings.

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	Infill panel walls are not considered to be load bearing, although they are required to resist wind loads applied to the façade, as well as supporting their own weight. Other functional requirements for infill panel walls include:		Infill panel walls are not considered to be load bearing, although they are required to resist wind loads applied to the façade, as well as supporting their own weight. Other functional requirements for infill panel walls include:

−	* They are ~~welf~~-supporting between structural framing members.	+	* They are self-supporting between structural framing members.
	* They provide weather-resistance.		* They provide weather-resistance.
	* They provide thermal and sound insulation.		* They provide thermal and sound insulation.

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	= Types of infill panel walls =		= Types of infill panel walls =

−	Traditionally, infill panel walls used brick/masonry or timber; however, these have been largely replaced by lightweight steel C-sections that span between floors and around openings.	+	Traditionally, infill panel walls used brick/masonry or timber; however, these are more time consuming than modern alternatives and have been largely replaced by lightweight steel C-sections that span between floors and around openings.

	=== Brick infill panels ===		=== Brick infill panels ===

−	These can be constructed from clay bricks or concrete blocks, in a solid or cavity ~~format. The cavity format would usually require an inner skin of blockwork to increase the thermal insulation properties~~. The same principles of solid and cavity ~~walls~~ apply to infill panel walls. They can be tied to columns using wall ties cast at 300 mm centres, or located in anchor slots.	+	These can be constructed from clay bricks or concrete blocks, in a solid or cavity form. The same principles of solid and cavity wall construction apply to infill panel walls. They can be tied to columns using wall ties cast at 300 mm centres, or located in anchor slots.
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−	~~The use of bricks and blocks for infill walls has declined due to it being more time-consuming than more modern methods~~.	+

	=== Concrete infill panels ===		=== Concrete infill panels ===

−	These are usually large precast concrete panels that are the height of one storey and of a width dictated by the spacing of the ~~columns~~. They can be either top-hung or bottom-supported. Panels that are integral may be clad in other materials, most typically stone.	+	These are usually large precast concrete panels that are the height of one storey and of a width dictated by the spacing of the frame. They can be either top-hung or bottom-supported. Panels that are integral may be clad in other materials, most typically stone.

−	The maximum panel size is restricted by the transport considerations and crane lifting capacity.	+	The maximum panel size is generally restricted by the transport considerations and crane lifting capacity.

	=== Timber infill panels ===		=== Timber infill panels ===
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	Timber sections are cut to length – typically 90 and 140 mm depth to span 2.4 - 3.6 m between floors – and placed at 400 or 600 mm spacings.		Timber sections are cut to length – typically 90 and 140 mm depth to span 2.4 - 3.6 m between floors – and placed at 400 or 600 mm spacings.

−	The disadvantage of using timber in place of steel is that it has less strength and ~~can’t~~ be used in tall ~~walls~~ or walls with large openings for doors or windows.	+	The disadvantage of using timber in place of steel is that it has less strength and cannot be used in tall sections or walls with large openings for doors or windows.

	=== Lightweight steel infill panels ===		=== Lightweight steel infill panels ===

−	Multi-storey framed construction ~~– steel or concrete –~~ often uses lightweight steel for infill panel walls that support the external cladding. The ~~advantages~~ are ~~its lightweight, speed~~ and ~~ease~~ of ~~installation. Also~~, ~~the size~~ and ~~thickness of the steel sections~~ can ~~be varied according to the façade wall height and the calculated windloads. This means that~~ architectural features such as large windows, parapets, and so on~~, can be incorporated successfully~~.	+	Multi-storey framed construction often uses lightweight steel for infill panel walls that support the external cladding. The panels are fixed between the structural horizontal and vertical members of the frame, and can incorporate architectural features such as large windows, parapets, and so on. The panels are lightweight, and are quick and easy to instal.
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−	The panels ~~can be fixed between the structural horizontal and vertical members of the frame or fixed to the face of either the columns or beams to provide a grid~~, ~~horizontal or vertical emphasis to the façade.~~	+
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−	~~C-sections~~ and ~~U-sections of 75-100 mm depth~~ are ~~cold roll-formed from galvanized steel strip of 1.2-3.2 mm thickness. Excellent durability is provided by the galvanizing (zinc layer). Pairs of C-sections may be used next~~ to ~~large openings, and are typically placed at 400 or 600 mm spacings~~.	+

−	~~In renovation projects where tolerances in~~ the ~~original construction must~~ be ~~adhered~~ to, wall ~~panels~~ are ~~site~~-~~assembled~~ from ~~cut~~-~~to-length~~ C-sections~~. An alternative approach that can~~ be used ~~for new build projects is for wall panels~~ to ~~be pre-fabricated as storey-high units~~, ~~often with the cladding already attached~~.	+	The size and thickness of the steel sections can be varied according to the façade wall height and windloads. Typically, C-sections and U-sections of 75-100 mm depth are cold roll-formed from galvanized steel strip of 1.2-3.2 mm thickness. Pairs of C-sections may be used next to large openings, and are typically placed at 400 or 600 mm spacings.

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	= Introduction =		= Introduction =

−	Infill panel walls~~, or infill walling,~~ are built in between the ~~framing~~ members of a building. ~~This is done so as to provide~~ support for the cladding system and ~~division between~~ internal and external environments. ~~They are~~ different ~~from~~ cladding ~~panels~~ in that ~~they are~~ fixed between framing members rather than being attached to the frame.	+	Infill panel walls are a form of cladding built between the structural members of a building. The structural frame provides support for the cladding system, and the cladding provides separation of the internal and external environments. Infill walling is different to other forms of cladding panel in that it is fixed between framing members rather than being attached to the outside of the frame.

−	~~They~~ are considered to be ~~non-~~load bearing, ~~but will be~~ required to resist wind loads applied to the façade, as well as ~~support~~ their own weight ~~and that of the cladding~~. ~~In addition to these, the~~ functional requirements of infill panel walls include ~~the following~~:	+	Infill panel walls are not considered to be load bearing, although they are required to resist wind loads applied to the façade, as well as supporting their own weight. Other functional requirements for infill panel walls include:

−	* ~~Self~~-supporting between structural framing members.	+	* They are welf-supporting between structural framing members.
−	* ~~Provide~~ weather-resistance.	+	* They provide weather-resistance.
−	* ~~Thermal~~ and sound insulation.	+	* They provide thermal and sound insulation.
−	* ~~Fire~~ resistance.	+	* The provide fire resistance.
−	* ~~Provide~~ sufficient openings for natural ventilation.	+	* They provide sufficient openings for natural ventilation and glazing.
−	* ~~Provide sufficient glazed area for natural daylight.~~	+	* They can accommodate differential movements between themselves and the frame.
−	* Provide for any differential movements between ~~panel~~ and frame.	+

	= Types of infill panel walls =		= Types of infill panel walls =

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= Introduction =

Infill panel walls, or infill walling, are built in between the framing members of a building. This is done so as to provide support for the cladding system and division between internal and external environments. They are different from cladding panels in that they are fixed between framing members rather than being attached to the frame.

They are considered to be non-load bearing, but will be required to resist wind loads applied to the façade, as well as support their own weight and that of the cladding. In addition to these, the functional requirements of infill panel walls include the following:

* Self-supporting between structural framing members.
* Provide weather-resistance.
* Thermal and sound insulation.
* Fire resistance.
* Provide sufficient openings for natural ventilation.
* Provide sufficient glazed area for natural daylight.
* Provide for any differential movements between panel and frame.

= Types of infill panel walls =

Traditionally, infill panel walls used brick/masonry or timber; however, these have been largely replaced by lightweight steel C-sections that span between floors and around openings.

=== Brick infill panels ===

These can be constructed from clay bricks or concrete blocks, in a solid or cavity format. The cavity format would usually require an inner skin of blockwork to increase the thermal insulation properties. The same principles of solid and cavity walls apply to infill panel walls. They can be tied to columns using wall ties cast at 300 mm centres, or located in anchor slots.

The use of bricks and blocks for infill walls has declined due to it being more time-consuming than more modern methods.

=== Concrete infill panels ===

These are usually large precast concrete panels that are the height of one storey and of a width dictated by the spacing of the columns. They can be either top-hung or bottom-supported. Panels that are integral may be clad in other materials, most typically stone.

The maximum panel size is restricted by the transport considerations and crane lifting capacity.

=== Timber infill panels ===

Timber sections are cut to length – typically 90 and 140 mm depth to span 2.4 - 3.6 m between floors – and placed at 400 or 600 mm spacings.

The disadvantage of using timber in place of steel is that it has less strength and can’t be used in tall walls or walls with large openings for doors or windows.

=== Lightweight steel infill panels ===

Multi-storey framed construction – steel or concrete – often uses lightweight steel for infill panel walls that support the external cladding. The advantages are its lightweight, speed and ease of installation. Also, the size and thickness of the steel sections can be varied according to the façade wall height and the calculated windloads. This means that architectural features such as large windows, parapets, and so on, can be incorporated successfully.

The panels can be fixed between the structural horizontal and vertical members of the frame or fixed to the face of either the columns or beams to provide a grid, horizontal or vertical emphasis to the façade.

C-sections and U-sections of 75-100 mm depth are cold roll-formed from galvanized steel strip of 1.2-3.2 mm thickness. Excellent durability is provided by the galvanizing (zinc layer). Pairs of C-sections may be used next to large openings, and are typically placed at 400 or 600 mm spacings.

In renovation projects where tolerances in the original construction must be adhered to, wall panels are site-assembled from cut-to-length C-sections. An alternative approach that can be used for new build projects is for wall panels to be pre-fabricated as storey-high units, often with the cladding already attached.

= Find out more =

=== Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===

* Building fabric.
* Cladding.
* Curtain wall systems.
* Partition wall.
* Rainscreen.
* Structural steelwork.
* Superstructure.
* Wall types.

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