Making the Right Choice: Window Wall, Curtain Wall, or Storefront

A BEC | DC Event

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Introduction:

Please join BEC | DC on Tuesday, February 11th, from 5:30 pm - 8 pm for a presentation on fenestration systems continuing our "Back to Basics" series! 

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While window wall, curtain wall, and storefront systems may serve a similar purpose, they each offer a wide range of unique characteristics and varying aesthetics. From thermal and acoustical variances to schedule and cost differences, choosing the right one for your project can make the difference between a successful application or potential construction and performance issues.

This course is designed to expand your understanding of basic aluminum glazing systems, specifically storefront, window wall, and curtain wall systems. After completing this course, you will be able to effectively select the appropriate aluminum glazing system for your project to achieve the desired aesthetics while providing optimal performance.

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Learning Objectives:

After attending this course, participants will have learned:

• Have a basic understanding of typical storefront, window wall, and curtain wall systems.

• Understand the differences between glazing systems.

• Understand the issues to consider when selecting a system for a specific application.

• Understand standard industry structural requirements, performance criteria, aesthetic conditions, and water control.

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Schedule:

• 5:30pm - 6pm Guest Arrival

• 6pm - 7pm Presentation

• 7pm - 8pm Networking Hour (snacks and drinks will be provided)

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Presenters:

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April Rawson earned her M.B.A. from Franciscan University of Steubenville, a B.B.A. from Kent State University and is CDT Certified from the Construction Specifications Institute. April is a Board Member for both the CSI Great Lakes Region and CSI GLR Indianapolis Chapter. April is your resource for architectural glazing systems, glass, and accessories.

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Additional information regarding the event and the registration link can be found here. Registration Fee: AIA, Assoc. AIA, & DAC Members $15; Non-members $25; Student $0

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