Anderson publishes two HPDs for its E-Series windows
Andersen Corporation last month announced its first two Health Product Declarations® (HPDs) for the Andersen® E-Series Casement/Awning window and Andersen® E-Series Auxiliary window.
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Space Needle’s renovated observation decks achieve high thermal performance with Technoform spacers
In reimagining the building Olson Kundig respected the Space Needle’s conceptual innovation and enduring legacy as originally envisioned by Edward E. Carlson, and as designed by John Graham with Victor Steinbruek, to reflect aspirations of the Space Age. Working with Olson Kundig from the renovation’s earliest stages, glazing consultant and designer Front Inc. specified Technoform’s spacers to help achieve the Space Needle’s design goals.
Read MoreThe International Window Film Association Encourages Corporate Sector to Consider Window Film Benefits
The International Window Film Association (IWFA) is encouraging the corporate sector to be aware of the immediate and long lasting benefits of professionally installed window film, including reduced cooling and energy costs, improved comfort for occupants, a lower carbon footprint, and eliminating the need for expensive window upgrades.
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AAMA updates requirements for rigid PVC exterior profiles
The American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) updated a document describing minimum requirements for various factors pertaining to rigid polyvinyl chloride (PVC) exterior profiles used in windows, doors and skylights. AAMA 303-18, “Voluntary Specification for Rigid Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Exterior Profiles,” was first released in 2000 and was last updated in 2012.
Read MoreShintech’s director of technical development discusses attributes of PVC resins, compounds at AAMA Fall Conference
Those attending the American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) 2018 Fall Conference heard from Sylvia Moore, director of technical development at Shintech, regarding PVC resins and compounds and their different attributes. She discussed the versatility of the material, as well as the importance of sustainability efforts pertaining to PVC.
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San Francisco’s Vida comes to life with Winco Windows’ system, finished by Linetec
Located in the colorful Mission District of San Francisco, Vida brings to life a long-vacant space as an upscale, mixed-use residential and retail, urban infill project. Designed by DLR Group|Kwan Henmi, the façade reflects the color and texture of the neighborhood’s Latin-influenced murals, craft and culture, and is scaled with respect to the adjacent buildings’ varied heights and setbacks.
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3M™ Daylight Redirecting Film lights up an innovative net-zero store while reducing energy and glare
Known as a “net-zero” retail store, the Walgreens is equipped with solar panels, two wind turbines and a geothermal system to generate electricity. As part of the project, Walgreens also wanted to make the most of available natural light flowing through the windows and reduce the dependence on electric lighting. Since lighting accounts for nearly 40% of all of the electricity used in commercial buildings in the United States, achieving a “net-zero” facility typically requires a dedicated lighting strategy. “By applying 3M Daylight Redirecting Film, we were able to solve our primary goal of reducing glare, while simultaneously saving energy by increasing the area we could use for daylight harvesting,” Robbins added. “Our decisions on how to treat our west-facing curtain wall were critical in the overall look, feel and function of our net-zero design.”
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Kinestral’s Halio Smart-Tinting Glass Selected for Integration into Katerra Smart Homes & Buildings
“Katerra is a forward-thinking, technology-driven company that will ultimately become one of the largest builders of smart homes and buildings worldwide,” said Craig Henricksen, vice president of marketing for Kinestral Technologies, Inc. “Our partnership will enable Katerra to offer its customers energy-efficient buildings that deliver unprecedented levels of comfort and the well-being that comes from an abundance of natural light. By closely integrating Halio’s cloud-based automation system into Katerra’s systems, Katerra customers’ user experiences will be intuitive, seamless, and enjoyable.”
Read MoreCustom window retrofit improves energy efficiency, comfort at “Grand” Chicago restaurant
Renovate by Berkowitz, LLC, (RbB) announced the completion of a window retrofit project at the Grand Lux Café in the 600 N. Michigan Avenue building in Chicago. Working with Clifton Architectural Glass and Metal, the project’s glazing contractor, RbB designed a customized glazing solution to improve the restaurant’s energy efficiency and indoor comfort.
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AAMA and IGMA release resource for understanding glass standards
The American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) and the Insulating Glass Manufacturers Alliance (IGMA) jointly released a series of web pages providing a general overview of the standards, specifications and test methods used in the window, door and skylight industry related to glass and glazing systems.
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