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Two major types of curtain wall systems in the modern construction applications
TIME:2021-09-01
With an increasing number of high-rise buildings in the modern times, curtain wall systems came into our life. In the current era, curtain wall systems have gained structural importance equivalent to that of other structural elements. Due to the fact that they are constantly exposed to the exterior atmosphere, curtain wall glazing has to be appr...
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Some popular types of glass curtain wall systems used in commercial buildings today
TIME:2021-08-31
In most of modern commercial building construction, curtain wall facade systems are often considered part of a building envelope in applications. And such a glazing system requires careful integration with other adjacent structural elements such as wall claddings, roofs, and wall details. Glass curtain wall systems are lightweight aluminum-frame...
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Modern curtain wall designs play a significant role in the modern buildings today
TIME:2021-08-30
For a long time, curtain walls that envelop an entire building or only one side are non-load bearing and created to be as aesthetically pleasing as possible. In recent years, modern curtain wall designs play an important role in commercial buildings not only to protect mid-rise and some high-rise buildings against the harshest elements, but also...
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Keep a regular maintenance for your curtain wall facade system
TIME:2021-08-27
In practical applications, curtain walls are typically constructed using lightweight glass, along with other materials such as aluminum, stone, marble, or composite materials. They are designed with numerous factors in mind, such as minimizing air and water infiltration, managing wind pressure, and thermal control. In that regard, routine mainte...
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How to look at the importance of fire rated curtain wall in tall buildings?
TIME:2021-08-26
The possibility of a fire is a major concern when constructing a building. To protect those who inhabit these structures, specific attention is paid to the fire-resistance of the building materials. For some buildings that use a glass exterior facade, curtain wall systems have a low fire-resistance rating and as a result, elements such as sprink...
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