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Highly insulating translucent wall system offers long spans |
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EXTECH’s LIGHTWALL 3440 translucent wall system features an advanced aluminum framing system and 40 or 50-mm (1.57 or 1.97-in.) tongue and groove polycarbonate panels. These panels can extend vertically up to 16.5 m (54 ft) long.
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Structural silicone glazing |
Structural silicone glazing (SSG) is a popular glass retention method for its aesthetic appeal and durability. Typically, SSG is shop fabricated but certain conditions require installation of SSG in the field, which introduces a variety of logistical, quality control, and quality assurance challenges.
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Integrating lighting into specialty ceilings |
The purpose of lighting—both natural and artificial—in the built space has always been to elevate the architectural environment. As specialty ceiling products have emerged, with often complex, three-dimensional, and organic form factors, so have the challenges associated with the design and installation of integrated, functional luminaire solutions.
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DISCUSSIONS OF THE WEEK |
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POLYETHYLENE VS. POLYPROPYLENE |
A contractor is submitting a polypropylene vapor retarder for an insulated roof assembly on a pre-engineered metal building in lieu of the polyethylene vapor retarder that was specified. The performance matches but what are the disadvantages/advantages of either material?
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National Electrical Installation Standards, Standards as High as Your Own
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SOSS Invisible Hinges Demo-Cast
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Nov 16 @ 1 PM ET |
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