BW Universal System™

Metl-Span’s BW Universal System™ is the ultimate backup horizontal backup wall system that provides superior air, water, thermal and vapor protection in an all-in-one barrier component. It can be horizontally installed with nearly any type of exterior rainscreen system, from single skin and modular metal to brick and ACM panels. This unique insulated metal panel wall system, which spans up to 24” o.c., introduces new standards when it comes to cost savings, design integrity, and sustainability. The BW Universal System eliminates the need for multiple work crews as it is quickly installed in a single step. It not only expedites close-in/dry-in building times, but rather reduces the likelihood of improper installation as well.

Coverage Width	32”*, 36”
Thermal Values – R-Value & U-Factor	Scroll down to view all literature
Exterior Face	AZ-50 aluminum-zinc coated steel in 29 Ga. with epoxy primer finish
Interior Face	AZ-50 aluminum-zinc coated steel in 29 Ga. with epoxy primer finish
Joint	Tongue-and-groove with concealed fastening
Core	Foamed-in-place polyisocyanurate
Length	12’-0” or 20′-0″ Horizontal
Thickness	2”, 3”
Testing & Certifications	Scroll down to view all literature

*Primarily for brick application

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Design Features and Benefits

Provides air, water, thermal and vapor barrier in one step
Allows you to use multiple façade options while not reducing thermal efficiency
Easy and fast installation, with reduced construction and labor costs
Encloses the building faster in all weather conditions

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Product Showcase Brochure

BW Universal System Data Sheet

Backup Wall Systems Brochure

Metl-Span^® BW Universal System™ For Commercial & Industrial Buildings

2012 Master Format™ Section

CSI Spec BW Universal System – PDF Doc

CSI Spec BW Universal System – Word Doc

All specifications and designs are subject to change without notice.

Load Span Tables

The Load Span Tables below are based on Allowable Stress Design (ASD). For loads calculated based on ASCE 7-10 (LRFD), please refer to section 2.4.1 of ASCE 7-10 for the applicable load combinations using Allowable Stress Design.

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US BW Universal System™ Load Charts

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