Posts by Carrie Jeske
Delegated Design Mistakes = Broken Glass & Leaks – HELP Glazing Contractors Get It Right
Delegated Design Mistakes = Broken Glass & Leaks – HELP Glazing Contractors Get It Right One of the most common façade failures we see today isn’t bad products — it’s poor design, missing building structural movement. The result shows up 12–36 months after occupancy: Sealant failure Glass edge stress Water intrusion Progressive façade damage that wasn’t…
Read MoreBehind the Glass: Engineering for Animal Impact, Speed & Projectiles
Behind the Glass: Engineering for Animal Impact, Speed & Projectiles When visitors lean in close to watch a gorilla, tiger, or shark, they see only the beauty of the animal and the clarity of the view. What they don’t see are the calculations, safety factors, and engineering decisions that make those moments possible — and…
Read MoreThe Rise and Impact of Cold Form Steel in Modern Construction
The Rise and Impact of Cold Form Steel in Modern Construction In the evolving world of construction and facade design, cold form steel (CFS) is progressively becoming the material of choice due to its versatility, strength, and cost-effectiveness. Known interchangeably as light gauge steel, metal studs, or cold form metal framing, CFS is transforming the…
Read MoreGlass Guardrail & Windscreen Engineering: Deflection, Design, and Performance
Glass Guardrail & Windscreen Engineering: Deflection, Design, and Performance Glass guardrails and windscreens are a striking design element in modern architecture—delivering transparency, unobstructed views, and a sleek aesthetic. But behind the beauty lies complex engineering that determines whether these systems feel solid, perform well, and remain safe for decades. At JEI Structural Engineering, we’ve spent…
Read MoreSeismic Engineering Essentials from Curtain Walls to Cladding
Understanding Seismic Engineering Essentials from Curtain Walls to Cladding. Engineering is a crucial aspect of constructing safe and resilient buildings in areas prone to earthquakes. In this blog post, we’ll explore the key elements of seismic engineering, focusing on curtain walls and cladding systems. Understanding these components is essential for architects, engineers, and construction professionals…
Read MoreElectrochromic Smart Glass Engineering
Electrochromic Smart Glass Engineering This script discusses electrochromic glass, a type of smart glass that can change its light transmission properties with the application of electrical voltage. Reneesh presents on the technology’s features, including its layers, conductive coating, and chemical reactions. The presentation differentiates between passive and active smart glass, focusing on electrochromic and polymer…
Read MoreAnalyzing Curtain Wall Structure: Guardrails and Live Load Impacts
The script discusses a unique project in Los Angeles, California, focusing on the application of guardrail live loads in a 20-feet tall curtain wall elevation. The project involves modeling two back-to-back curtain wall elevations with aluminum braces to handle live loads and pedestrian traffic as per IC 7 requirements. The analysis includes custom moment releases…
Read MoreGlass Consulting Engineering for Commercial Facade
JEI Structural Engineering has been serving glazing contractors, architects and manufactures since 2003. Providing Glass Consulting and Structural Engineering Services for Commercial Projects. Glass consulting for building enclosures is rare. Aluminum, glass and glazing system design is not taught in universities. Finding the right engineering expert is more important than ever. Building enclosure is moving…
Read MoreBuilding Envelope and Façade Shop Drawings
At JEI Structural Façade Engineering and Drafting, we specialize in comprehensive building envelope and facade shop drawings that ensure precision and quality in construction projects. Our services cover a broad range of facade detailing solutions, including dual double skin facades, double skin facade details, and brick facade details. With our expertise in polycarbonate facade details…
Read MoreEngineering Drama: Multiple Failures in One Project!
In this video, titled “Engineering Drama: Multiple Failures in One Project!”, we dive deep into the challenges faced by a facade engineering company on a high-stakes project in Tampa Bay, Florida. This complex project involved glass on a bridge with Multiple engineering issues, from glass layup to base shoe and top caps all insufficient, typical…
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