Schöck’s ability to adapt its type KST Isokorb® thermal break module to different construction requirements, makes it possible to guarantee the same high standard for balcony renovation in existing building stock, as was previously only possible for new buildings. The result means design freedom, optimum thermal separation of the construction elements, and full load transfer.
The type KST is primarily designed for steel-to-steel applications, however, three further variations enable Schöck to provide solutions to renovation requirements involving the thermal separation of both supported and free cantilever balconies. The modular design means it can be adapted to become an ’enabling’ thermal connection and is totally effective with connections involving reinforced concrete balcony to timber beam floor; steel balcony to timber beam floor; reinforced concrete balcony to reinforced concrete floor and steel balcony to reinforced concrete floor.
The principal behind this ‘enabling’ KST connectivity is that internally, steel elements are constructed in situ, in the form of a supporting plate bolted to the floor, or a steel T-frame integrated into the building structure. Externally there are a number of options – for example a steel plate with integral support rods can be attached for a reinforced balcony connection and a steel frame can be constructed to act as a support for steel balcony connections.