Frame with thermal barrier

摘要

A frame for a window or a door, or both, is provided. The frame includes at least two metal frame members which are separated. A thermal strut engages both frame members, creating a thermal barrier between the frame members and acting as a structural component of the frame.

主权项

1. A frame to be used with a window or door in a building structure, the frame comprising:
a first frame member comprised of metal and having a first longitudinal axis, a first longitudinal extension, and a second longitudinal extension adjacent the first longitudinal extension, the first longitudinal extension and the second longitudinal extension together defining a first channel; a second frame member comprised of metal and having a second longitudinal axis, a third longitudinal extension, and a fourth longitudinal extension adjacent the third longitudinal extension, the third longitudinal extension and the fourth longitudinal extension together defining a second channel; and a strut being a pultrusion comprised of fiberglass and comprising a central base, a first side member extending from the central base, and a second side member extending from the central base; the first frame member not in direct contact with the second frame member, the first side member of the strut residing at least partially within the first channel, and the second side member of the strut residing at least partially within the second channel, the strut creating a thermal barrier between the first frame member and the second frame member and acting as a structural reinforcement of the frame such that the frame exhibits an I value of at least 3.0 in4.