Exterior Aluminum Unitized Frame Curtain Wall System For Construction Aluminum curtain wall cover the building envelope with glass and aluminum to protect the interior from the natural elements and to create a safe and comfortable working environment for building occupants. Aluminum curtain wall are designed to carry only their own weight. Aluminum Curtain Wall Aluminum curtain wall cover the building envelope with glass and aluminum to protect the interior from the natural elements and to create a safe and comfortable working environment for building occupants. Aluminum curtain wall are designed to carry only their own weight. The wall transfers wind loads to the main building structure at the point of attachment to the building floor or columns, also known as the Main Wind Resistance System (MWFRS). Curtain walls are designed to resist air and water infiltration, as well as sway caused by wind, seismic forces and their own weight.