Posts by Carrie Jeske
Storefront Clearance – Use Hilti EZ-P – JEI Glazing Engineer Recap
When using the Hilti KwikHUS EZ you can now use the EZ-P under the same design per Hilti’s latest data, good example of always looking at the latest info on a product when using it. The EZ-P used to be metric only and required a separate design to use the shallow pan head instead of…
Read MoreGlazed Curtain Wall Assemblies – Restoration & Replacement
A few weeks ago I watched an ASCE webinar for PDH credits that covered this topic of assessing building materials and their impact on the environment. It’s an important topic. So much so that the AIA Continuing Education recently published an article called Glazed Curtain Wall Assemblies – Restoration and Replacement Strategies. Matt Gorny, MAE,…
Read MorePerimeter Sealant Joints Around Windows (Head Details)
This issues of Perimeter Sealant Joints Around Windows (Head Details) is common. Matt Gorny, P.E. says the IBC really needs a code limit for spandrel beams that glazing systems are using for support (in both gravity and wind only type connections). These beams need to be stiffer to avoid leaks, breakage etc. It would also…
Read MoreSkylights and Retention Screens IBC Proposed Language
Skylights and Retention Screens IBC Proposed Language is being discussed. Current code language explaining when screens are required below unit skylights and sloped glazing, has been difficult for users to interpret. They are incorrectly told they need to install a glass retention screen below conforming (30-mil interlayer) laminated glass, according to AAMA. Skylight and sloped…
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