Which kind of sheet do I need for which windload?

Regulations to calculate windloads differ from country to country. The admissible windload for a given construction varies with the type of sheet, the way it is installed, the size of the construction, etc. In order to determine which sheet is needed, you need to refer to the supplier’s technical documentation, which contains guidelines according to the geometry of the sheets. For most simple glazing applications 10 mm and 16 mm multi-wall sheets will be sufficient from a technical point of view, thicker sheets are usually installed in order to get better insulation values. Special situations, like extreme windloads, or very large glazing areas without extra supporting structures, may also require thicker sheets. Nevertheless, it is always necessary to check the technical guidelines to ensure that a sheet will conform to a certain windload situation.