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An Advanced Frame of Mind.

Authors :
Knickerbocker, Chuck
Source :
Construction Specifier; Feb2014, Vol. 67 Issue 2, p38-44, 6p
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

The glass itself usually dominates conversations to improve the energy efficiency of curtain wall and window framing systems. Nevertheless, the curtain wall and window framing plays a crucial role in energy-efficient glazing in at least three ways: allowable free spans, support for high-efficiency glass units, and thermal conductivity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Subjects

Subjects :
WINDOW frames
GLAZING (Glass installation)
CURTAIN wall design & construction
CURTAIN walls
METAL curtain walls
ENERGY conservation in buildings
EQUIPMENT & supplies
WINDOW design & construction

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00106925
Volume :
67
Issue :
2
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Construction Specifier
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
94432107

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