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What are curtain wall types?

What are curtain wall types?

There are several different types of curtain walls that can be used in building construction, each with its own unique...
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Thermo-Chromic Glass

Thermo-Chromic Glass

Thermo-Chromic glass is an up-and-coming technology in the field of window design. This intelligent material can automatically adjust the tint...
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The Vacuum Insulated Panels

The Vacuum Insulated Panels

Vacuum Insulated Panels (VIPs) are a type of high-performance insulation material that use a vacuum to reduce thermal conductivity and...
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The Safety and Test Performance of The Curtain Walls and The Standards They Need to Meet

The Safety and Test Performance of The Curtain Walls and The Standards They Need to Meet

The safety and test performance of curtain walls are crucial considerations to ensure their effectiveness and compliance with relevant standards....
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The Key Elements of an IGU

The Key Elements of an IGU

An insulated glass unit (IGU) is composed of two or more glass panes that are separated by a cavity filled...
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The Importance of EPDs in Facade Design

The Importance of EPDs in Facade Design

What is an EPD and how to use it? An Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) is a standardized document containing information...
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The Importance of Building Facade Maintenance and Upkeep

The Importance of Building Facade Maintenance and Upkeep

External facade cleaning refers to the process of eliminating dirt, grime, stains, and pollutants that accumulate on the front half...
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The Importance of Building Envelope Performance in Sustainable Design

The Importance of Building Envelope Performance in Sustainable Design

Building envelope performance plays a crucial role in sustainable design for several reasons. The building envelope, which consists of the...
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The Impact of Facades on Building Energy Performance

The Impact of Facades on Building Energy Performance

The building envelope serves as the physical boundary between the indoor and outdoor environments of a building, and it plays...
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The Future of Facade Construction: 3D Printing and Robotics

The Future of Facade Construction: 3D Printing and Robotics

The future of facade construction is indeed set to be revolutionized by advancements in 3D printing and robotics. These technologies...
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The Environmental Impact of ACM Panels: A Comparison of Sustainability and Energy Efficiency with Other Building Materials

The Environmental Impact of ACM Panels: A Comparison of Sustainability and Energy Efficiency with Other Building Materials

The Aluminum Composite Panels are made from recycled materials such as aluminum, polymer, and minerals, making them a sustainable choice....
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The Energy Efficiency Contributions of Window Walls in Buildings

The Energy Efficiency Contributions of Window Walls in Buildings

Numerous studies have revealed that outdated window walls significantly contribute to energy consumption. It is estimated that over 30 percent...
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The Double Skin Facade

The Double Skin Facade

The double skin facade is a modern architectural technique that has gained popularity in recent years. It is a building...
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The Difference Between U-Value and R-Value

The Difference Between U-Value and R-Value

The primary distinction between R-value and U-value lies in their relationship to insulation effectiveness. A higher R-value indicates superior insulation,...
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The Difference Between Stick-Built and Unitized Curtain Wall Systems

The Difference Between Stick-Built and Unitized Curtain Wall Systems

There are two main classifications of curtain wall systems: unitized curtain walls and stick-built systems. Unitized systems are composed of...
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The Curtain Wall Installation Process

The Curtain Wall Installation Process

Unitized System Unitized systems offer several advantages in terms of fabrication, installation, and performance. Here’s a rephrased version of the...
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The Benefits of Low-E Glass

The Benefits of Low-E Glass

Low-e glass, short for low-emissivity glass, is a type of energy-efficient glass that is designed to reduce the amount of...
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Smart Facades: Integrating Technology into Building Envelopes

Smart Facades: Integrating Technology into Building Envelopes

As technology continues to advance, architects and engineers are finding new ways to incorporate it into building design. One area...
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Polyvinyl butyral (PVB) vs. SentryGlas Plus (SGP)

Polyvinyl butyral (PVB) vs. SentryGlas Plus (SGP)

Polyvinyl butyral (PVB) and SentryGlas Plus (SGP) are two popular interlayer materials for laminated glass. Both materials have their own...
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Nickel Sulfide and Spontaneous Breakage

Nickel Sulfide and Spontaneous Breakage

In recent years, there have been concerns over the potential for spontaneous breakage of tempered glass, which is commonly used...
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