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Seismic and Deflection Requirements for SoCal Curtain Wall
Seismic drift and deflection requirements for Southern California curtain wall, AAMA 501.4, L/175 limits, glass bite, and detailing for inter-story movement.
2025-2026 California Energy Code Changes Affecting Glazing
How the 2025-2026 California Title 24 energy code affects commercial glazing, U-factor, SHGC, VT, NFRC ratings, and what spec-writers should plan for.
Aluminum Storefront Systems Compared (Center-Set, Offset, Flush)
Center-set vs. offset vs. flush aluminum storefront, glazing plane, sightlines, water management, and where each system fits. Spec guidance for GCs.
Spandrel Glass and Aluminum Composite (ACM) Panel Integration
How spandrel glass and ACM panels integrate in curtain wall and storefront facades, back-pan vs. opacified options, thermal, fire, and spec guidance.
Window Wall vs. Curtain Wall: The Mid-Rise Decision
Window wall vs. curtain wall for mid-rise: how each is anchored, cost and schedule trade-offs, slab-edge detailing, and which fits your building.
Structural Silicone Glazing vs. Captured Systems
Structural silicone vs. captured glazing: appearance, weather performance, cost, and re-glazing trade-offs compared so you spec the right facade method.
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