Hohmann & Barnard, Inc.

Thermally Efficient Rainscreen Walls. Without Expensive Fire Tests.

Cut thermal bridging by 93% with non-combustible stainless steel, engineered to your project.

Engineered in the U.S. by Hohmann & Barnard since 1932.

HB RS EZClad rainscreen support system , exploded assembly view
–93%
thermal conductivity
vs. aluminum sub-framing
100 in.
spans between fasteners
fewer envelope penetrations
Non-combustible
stainless steel components
no added fire testing
Engineered
to your project
full H&B design support

How the system works

The HB RS EZClad Rainscreen Support System uses stainless steel instead of aluminum to reduce thermal conductivity by 93%. The system supports a wide range of cladding options, spans up to 100 inches, and integrates seamlessly with continuous insulation.

01

Engineered Design

Tailored to your project with full engineering support.

02

Thermal Efficiency

Boosts energy efficiency and reduces thermal bridging.

03

Envelope Integrity

Minimizes insulation penetrations through the envelope.

04

Finish & Install

Available in aesthetic finishes and intuitive to install.

EZClad rainscreen sub-framing installed on a multi-story building facade
Compatible with leading cladding brands
Swisspearl
EQUITONE
Trespa Meteon
Fundermax
Rieder
NBK Terracotta
ALUCOBOND
Swisspearl
EQUITONE
Trespa Meteon
Fundermax
Rieder
NBK Terracotta
ALUCOBOND
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Need more in-depth information?

  • Easy & Intuitive Installation
  • Non-Combustible Components
  • Thermally Efficient
What specifiers are saying

Feedback from architects and engineers reviewing EZClad.

I like the clip and rail solution and knowing that this is also thermally efficient is even better.
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Architect
The EZClad connection seems simple for that in and out adjustability that is needed on the installer side.
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Facade Consultant
Fewer penetrations through the building envelope would be ideal.
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Building Envelope Consultant

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Product overview

The core components of the EZClad system.

Three engineered assemblies working together, from structural support to cladding face.

Cladding Support Assembly

Cladding Support Assembly

Full stainless sub-framing carrying the cladding face across the wall.

Insulation Retention Clip

Insulation Retention Clip

Holds continuous insulation firmly against the substrate with minimal thermal bridging.

Vertical Rail System

Vertical Rail System

Adjustable stainless rails spanning up to 100 in. between fasteners.