Thermal break

• a thermal break is also a load-bearing thermal insulation system used in reinforced concrete structures to form a thermal break between cantilever structures and internal floor.
• insulated glazing – the air or gas between the panes stops the conductive thermal energy from passing through the glass.
• metal window or curtain wall framing – a separator material is used between the inner and outer frames to prevent the temperature transfer through the frame and condensation on the inside frame.
• concrete work – a single row of concrete masonry units is commonly set between the inner concrete slab and exterior concrete work to prevent the transfer of heat or cold through the slab.
• garage doors – in some doors that have high R-rating insulation, a vinyl thermal break is used along the edges of each segment instead of rolled steel.
• metal and wood framed buildings - an insulation material installed on the roof, walls and floor prevents thermal short circuit creating the heat transfer through the framing material and controls when desired resulting in energy savings.
• metal windows and doors - separating the frame into two separate interior and exterior pieces joined with a less conductive material reduces temperature transfer. Thermal breaks on these flags.