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Architects and Glazing Contractors – Watch Specs for Building Movement

July 28, 2017

Architects and Glazing Contractors – Watch Specs for Building Movement 3 Short Videos **Download this RFI early in the estimating process. RFI – Building Movement 1)…

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Manufacture storefront wind load charts

Are manufacturer’s storefront wind load charts comprehensive?

May 17, 2017

Manufacturer Storefront Wind Load Manufacturer storefront wind load charts as produced by storefront manufactures are used by glazing contractors and sales reps for size and…

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Post Tension Slabs

June 2, 2015

Curtain wall engineers can assist in heading off problems with post tension slabs. If using concrete embeds glazing contractor should make sure the installation of…

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Not All PE Seals Are The Same

July 24, 2013

Keep in mind not all PE seals are the same.  Here are some items that may be overlooked:  Not all PE seals are the same…

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Be Careful With Manufacture Storefront Design Charts

July 16, 2011

Glaziers should keep this in mind when selecting open shaped vertical mullions and stay well under the curve projections that are indicated.    If glaziers use…

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Budgeting For Design Calculations

January 30, 2011

Budgeting For Design Calculations Some glazing contractors don’t budget enough for appropriate engineering calculations (structural calcs) on projects. Those who do, understand the value of…

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Get Government Bid Lists Here – glass & glazing specific

May 30, 2010

 Get Government Bid Lists Here – glass & glazing specific So as a value added beneft to working with JEI Structural Engineering, we’ve are posting…

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