There are several methods for glazing a building, depending on the type and location of the glazing system. Some common...
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Lifespan of Curtain Wall Systems
Curtain wall design often incorporates a range of materials, including stainless steel, aluminum, low carbon steel, timber, plastics, and composite...
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Installation Process of ACM Panels
What are aluminum composite materials? Aluminum composite material panels (ACM Panels) have captured the attention of architects, builders, and custom...
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How is curtain wall installed?
Curtain walls are typically installed by attaching them to the structural frame of the building, either at the floor slab...
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How Curtain Walls Impact The Structural Design of a Building
Curtain walls are an important structural component that face wind loads as their primary stress. In some instances, wind loads...
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Heat-Treated and Spandrel Glass
Heat-treated glass is a type of glass that has been subjected to a heating and cooling process, also known as...
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Heat Strengthened vs. Tempered Glass
Glass is an essential part of our daily lives, and it is used in various applications such as building facades,...
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Green Facades
Green facades are an innovative and eco-friendly solution to urban greening. They involve the use of climbing plants to cover...
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Fritted Glass
What Is Fritted Glass? Fritted glass is a common material in the glass industry, despite not being a well-known term....
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Fire Performance & Airtightness in Facade Systems
Fire performance and airtightness are two critical aspects of building facade design. The facade is a significant component of a...
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Electro-Chromic (EC) Smart Glass
Electro-Chromic smart glass is capable of adjusting its transmittance, which refers to the amount of light it allows to pass...
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Curtain Walls vs. Window Walls: Understanding the Differences
Window walls and curtain walls are types of windows that cover the exterior of a building. However, they have different...
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What are the different types of glazing systems?
There are several types of glazing systems that can be used in buildings, including: Single-pane glazing: This is the most...
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Condensation: Causes and Solutions in Insulating Glass Units
Condensation is a natural process that occurs when water vapor in the air turns into liquid on a surface. In...
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Curtain Wall System Cost and Comparison with Other Wall Systems
Construction costs can vary significantly, and one practical example of this is evident in the comparison between window walls and...
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Building Integrated Photovoltaics: Powering Buildings with Solar Energy
What is Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV)? Building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV) refer to solar power generation products or systems that are harmoniously incorporated...
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Bird-Friendly Glass
Bird-friendly glass, also referred to as bird-safe or bird-smart glass, is a special type of glass designed to reduce the...
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Why is framing system important?
Framing systems are important because they provide the structural support for the building and determine the size, shape, and location...
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What are Framing Systems?
Framing systems are the structural components of a building that support the weight of the building, as well as its...
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Glass Infill Types
There are several types of glass infill that can be used in buildings, including: Monolithic glass: This is a single...
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