Aluminium Starter Tracks

Description

This item includes mesh and simply clips to the front of the starter track and creates a clean drip detail at the bottom of your façade.

The Aluminium Starter Track is the most basic starter track available and gives great value for money when looking to install onto properties. It is available in three different widths: 50mm, 90mm, 100mm. The basic Starter Track comes in lengths of 2.5 linear meters and is installed at the lowest point of installation in order to provide a starting base for the insulation system. The aluminum starter track is fixed at the DPC level to ensure system protection from capillary moisture and secures render from dirt such as mud caused by raindrops falling on the footpath.

Key Features of Licata Aluminium Starter Tracks

The aluminium starter tracks we offer form an essential base profile for external wall insulation installations. Designed to be fixed at the lowest point of the wall, this starter track provides a stable base for insulation boards and acts as a protective ledge that supports the initial build-up of EWI insulation systems.

These starter tracks are available in multiple variants to suit different insulation thicknesses, with key sizes including widths from 50mm to 100mm and a standard track length of 2.5 metres. Each unit includes mesh attached to the front edge and clips to ensure that the insulation and subsequent basecoat layer integrate cleanly and securely.

We have included technical specifications on this page so you can quickly see how these profiles match your EWI installation needs. Choosing the right width means the starter track aligns with your insulation board thickness and supports its placement from the outset.

Role of the Starter Track in EWI Projects

When installing EWI insulation systems, the aluminium starter track sits just above the DPC layer on the external wall. This ensures that the installation begins at a correct level and provides a starting base that keeps the insulation boards secure and level from the very first row.

As work progresses, the starter track serves as a leading edge and reference point for installers, helping for consistent placement of insulation materials. It also helps protect the wall from moisture at the wall’s base while supporting the finished surface at ground level.

This logical position makes the track a firm favourite among installers who value easy installation fix and compatibility with standard EWI systems. It supports a smooth transition from substrate to installed insulation, reinforcing the stability of the wall build-up.

Technical Specifications and Installation Details

Our aluminium starter tracks come as basic starter track profiles that give great value without sacrificing performance. These profiles are supplied in different widths quick to match the common insulation board sizes used in external wall insulation projects.

Each track has a total length of 2.5m and is crafted from strong, corrosion-resistant aluminium that supports the weight of insulation while resisting common site conditions. Mesh fixed to the front edge helps tie into the basecoat layer and improves adherence.

Installers typically fix the track to the wall, ensuring it is level, before adding the insulation boards and rendering layers. Correct positioning helps reduce installation issues and ensures the system remains stable throughout its life.