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How Guardian SunGuard helps improve patient care and recovery.

With light.Well-daylighted hospitals with outdoor views enhance patient care

and recovery. That’s why HKS specifi ed Guardian SunGuard glass for

the C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital, in Ann Arbor,

Michigan. The combination of Neutral 40 and

SuperNeutral 68 in an insulated glass unit

delivers plenty of visible light and a low, 0.25

solar heat gain coeffi cient, all with lower

refl ectivity than previously possible, so patients

can easily see outside. HKS’s selection of SunGuard products

also improved the building’s energy effi ciency and created a

comfortable setting for children and families. The building is LEED

Certifi ed Silver. For complete performance data, project photos

and other ways to Build With Light, visit SunGuardGlass.com.

Or call 1-866-GuardSG (482-7374).

UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN C.S. MOTT CHILDREN’S HOSPITALANN ARBOR, MI

ARCHITECT: HKS

GUARDIAN SELECT FABRICATOR: Trulite Glass & Aluminum Solutions

GUARDIAN GLAZIER CONNECTION MEMBER: CGI

SUNGUARD GLASS: Neutral 40 on clear andSuperNeutral 68 on clear

© 2012 Guardian Industries Corp. SunGuard® and Build With Light®

are registered trademarks ofGuardian Industries Corp.

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6 METAL MATTERS

8 PROJECTS

10 NEW PRODUCT FOCUS

26 EDUCATION AND RESOURCES

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Volume 26, Issue 4, July/August 2012

Editorial BoardThe members of the Architects’ Guide to Glass &Metal Editorial Board are:Michael D. Flynn, partner, Pei Cobb Freed & PartnersJerri Smith, senior associate principal, KohnPedersen FoxJim W. Sealy, principal, J.W. Sealy ConsultingChristopher Barry, manager, architectural technicalservices, Pilkington North AmericaTony Kamber, national architectural manager,Arch Aluminum & Glass

On the CoverDesigned by Cannon Design, Nova SoutheasternUniversity’s newCenter of Excellencefor Coral ReefEcosystems Sciencefeatures a hurricane-rated systemdesigned andinstalled by CrawfordTracey. Turn to page14 to read more.Photo provided byCrawford Tracey.

Product TalkFrom big jobs to small, they all pretty much need glass andarchitects are finding new products and technologies are keyto their current designs.

Benchmark DesignNova Southeastern University’s new Center of Excellence forCoral Reef Ecosystems Science features a custom curtainwall sys-tem that combines both hurricane performance and aesthetics.

So Trendy! Top Trends from the AIA ShowFind out what you missed at the recent American Institute ofArchitects’ Annual Convention and Design Expo inWashington, D.C.

Jack of All TradesFire-rated glazing has seen a multitude of changes in recentyears, expanding the opportunities for its use and making it anincreasingly desirable product for architectural specifications. 18

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Ellen Rogers

june 1 marked the official start of the 2012 hurri-cane season. Before that date we’d already had twonamed storms and on Thursday June 21, the daybefore I wrote this column, Tropical Storm Chrisevolved into Hurricane Chris. Questions emergedas to whether we should be concerned: will an earlyhurricane season mean a particularly active one?

According to the National Oceanic andAtmospheric Association (NOAA), conditionsfavor a near-normal hurricane season in theAtlantic Basin. For the entire six-month season,NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center says there’s a70 percent chance of nine to 15 named storms,of which four to eight will strengthen to a hurri-cane and of those one to three will become majorhurricanes. Based on the period 1981-2010, anaverage season produces 12 named storms withsix hurricanes, including three major hurricanes.

But keep in mind, whether the 2012 season isactive or mild, the fact remains: building codesare becoming increasingly stringent in terms ofhurricane requirements. Once thought of asbeing a coastal-only matter, code requirementsare quickly reaching many jurisdictions.

So, how comfortable are you designing andspecifying for hurricane-prone regions and thoseareas where codes mandate hurricane products?After speaking with a few people in the glazingindustry, their consensus is that most in the archi-tectural field are not as knowledgeable as theyneed to be about these products and systems.

Resources are available.Groups such as the Glass Association of North

America and the American ArchitecturalManufacturers Association offer various docu-ments, bulletins and means of guidance. Likewise,a number of systems manufacturers and suppliershave created their own documents and resources,such as continuing education courses. You canalso learn more by reading about new projectsand designs, such as the article on page 14.

We want to provide you with information andeducation about glazing topics. What questionsdo you have? Email me your thoughts and we’llwork to provide you with as much glass know-how as we can. AGG

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As an extra bonus, you can register for Architects’ Forum and also walk the Glass Expo Northeast™ floor March 7 & 8.

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Three PNC Plaza. Architect: Doug Gensler,Principal, Gensler

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Close on time with Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope™.

According to a study by the U.S. Department of Commerce, the

construction industry has suffered significant productivity declines

since the 1960s, while all other non-farm industries have seen large boosts

in productivity. Why? Fear of change? At Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope™

positive change is part of our DNA. More than a decade ago, we

began to design, engineer, manufacture and manage all aspects of the

building envelope. “Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope™ delivered the desired

aesthetic we were looking for and met our important performance

requirements, all while supporting the critical construction schedule

parameters,” said Doug Gensler, Principal, Gensler. Call us to discuss

your next building envelope project—we’ll be there in no time.

1-866-OLDCASTLE (653-2278), oldcastlebe.com.

Due to the complex nature ofthe curtain wall treatments,Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope™

first designed and engineeredthe systems, then tested theirperformance using 3-D simulation programs, allowingthe design team to ensure that key performance metricswere achieved.

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aluminum has long been a sought after materialfor architects in both commercial and residentialbuilding design. Because of its structural integrityand sustainability, aluminum is often used inhigh-traffic facilities, such as hospitals and hotels,and is widely used in hurricane-prone areas alongthe Atlantic and Gulf Coasts due to the material’simpact resistance.

However, in order for aluminum fenestrationproducts to achieve long-term durability, it’simportant to understand that aluminum must beproperly cared for through the entire manufactur-ing, finishing, fabrication, delivery and installa-tion phases without incurring damage that couldaffect performance or appearance.

Because damage to any of the finishes com-monly used on aluminum (i.e., anodized orpainted) for architectural applications becomesdifficult to repair in the field, the AmericanArchitectural Manufacturers Association(AAMA) has published a care and handlingmanual, CW-10, Care and Handling ofArchitectural Aluminum from Shop to Site, whichdetails the proper in-service care of aluminumproducts from mill to fabricator to job sitethrough project completion.

Post-FabricationWhile aluminum used in architectural work is

subject to surface damage, distortion and corrosionbefore, as well as during the fabrication process,proper care during delivery, onsite storage andinstallation of the finished product is also necessaryto ensure its performance and longevity. The archi-tect should be mindful of the following care andhandling procedures when choosing to incorporatealuminum products in building design:• Delivery. To decrease the risk of onsite damage

to finished aluminum products, delivery to thejobsite should be scheduled so the materials donot arrive too far in advance of their installa-tion. Early or even late delivery may causeimproper unloading of the material, as well asinadequate storage conditions. Minimum han-dling is advised during unloading, and productsshould be lifted by the crating/sheath. Once

properly unloaded, products should be inspect-ed to ensure that all components are includedin the shipment, that no materials were dam-aged and that all are in good condition.

• Storage. Aluminum products should be trans-ferred to the designated storage location imme-diately after delivery/unloading. The storagelocation should be clean, well-drained, ventilat-ed and free from excessive dust contamination.However, if contact with moisture is possible,packaging materials should be removed to avoidstaining or discoloration from dyes, inks or sim-ilar chemicals. During storage, proper stackingprecautions must be taken to avoid damage thatcould render finished products inoperable.

• Installation. Before aluminum products arebrought from storage to the installation area,foremen and installers should be instructed onproper handling, including the prevention oftwisting and straining. Workmen should avoidleaning tools or heavy objects on/against thealuminum and keep any rags, chemicals ormaterials commonly used on construction sitesaway from the product.

Building Completion Just as aluminum requires adequate care and

handling before and during installation, finished,installed products need periodic cleaning andmaintenance. AAMA, recognizing the need forinformation on the care and maintenance of alu-minum finishes, has published AAMA 609 and610, Cleaning and Maintenance Guide forArchitecturally Finished Aluminum. This documentoutlines methods, equipment and materials forcleaning finished aluminum after constructionand for subsequent, periodic maintenance.

Both CW-10 and AAMA 609 and 610 are avail-able within the AAMA publication store atwww.aamanet.org/store. AGG

Handle with Care Post-Fabrication Considerations of Architectural Aluminum

by Ken Brenden

M e t a l M a t t e r s

Ken Brenden is the technical services managerfor the American Architectural ManufacturersAssociation in Schaumburg, Ill.

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Architectural aluminumis subject to surfacedamage, distortion andcorrosion before, as wellas during the fabricationprocess, so proper careduring delivery, onsitestorage and installationare critical to ensure itslongevity.

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aLEED rating was always part of the plan forthe glass-filled NASA Langley Headquarters build-ing in Hampton, Va., which was completed in2011. Constructed as a design-build project withAECOM providing full bridging architectural andengineering services, Cooper Carry Inc. as thearchitect of record and Whiting-Turner as thegeneral contractor, Edward D. Weaver, vice presi-dent, architecture for AECOM, says they startedwith a goal to reach silver.

“During the process, though, we realized wecould achieve gold. Then during final design andconstruction we found we could reach platinum,”says Weaver. “We just kept reaching higher.”

The headquarters is the first new building atNASA Langley in 35 years. It stands as a $23 mil-lion, 79,000-square-foot structure that housesNASA Langley headquarters and all, or parts of,six administrative organizations. It’s the first of aplanned $330 million program to replace and

upgrade center facilities with the future in mind.According to information from the architects,

the new headquarters building was conceptual-ized as a parallelogram on a softly triangular sitewith a two-sided entry at ground level linked by acontinuous lobby. The southern entrance plazalinks both through the lobby and around thebuilding to the north plaza, which is oriented tothe heart of the campus. The building layout wasdesigned to provide high efficiency and organiza-tional clarity. Dominant daylighting and highlyfunctional office spaces offset the cultural adjust-ment associated with the movement from the cur-rent private office space.

Weaver also points out that the new buildingwas a “repair by replacement” project in that itwas built, while older structures were torn down,ultimately creating a smaller, more energy-effi-cient building footprint.

In designing the structure, creating a sustain-

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The use of glassprovides an open,light-filled space,which helped theproject earn LEEDpoints.

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able, energy-efficient building was essential.Speaking of the glass, Weaver says this was

important for the interior environment of theproject as it provides daylight and views.

“It helps create an open space and allows eventhe lowest level of the building to feel that way[open],” he says, explaining the project features alarge atrium and skylight that connects the threefloors and keeps them well lit.

The project features laminated insulatingunits fabricated by Viracon and constructedwith high-performance glass, which MarkWoodburn, AECOM associate principal, sayswas selected due to the features it could provide.Pioneer Cladding and Glazing Systems, whichhas two offices in Ohio (Loveland andCleveland) and one in Baltimore, was the con-tract glazier, installing custom, unitized cur-tainwalls, vertical and horizontal sunshadesand entrances.

The use of natural lighting and solar sensorshelp optimize daylight while also reducing energyand costs. The photovoltaic onsite power genera-tion is achieved through fixed solar panels placedon the penthouse roof as well as photovoltaicfilm sandwiched between the glazing layers within

the building’s massive atrium skylight.According to information from NASA Langley,

the structure uses windows to regulate light sothat less power is used by employees during theworkday. This is done by a computer, which notesthe exact location of the building and the posi-tion of the sun in relation to it at every minute ofthe day. It was created to adjust the light andshade system to account for available sunlight.

While creating an energy-efficient, high-per-formance structure was important, the new head-quarters also needed to provide high-security fea-tures. Weaver says the building had to have setback, as well meet requirements for fragmenta-tion and blast-resistance.

“Being able to create a feeling of openness,while still being cognizant of security issues [canbe a challenge],” says Weaver.

Construction on phase two of the project iscurrently underway with completion expected in2014. With the third building still in the designphase, Weaver points out that this is a long-termproject—with big goals ahead.

“With this being the first building, it sets thestandards high in [terms of] performance goingforward,” says Weaver. AGG

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The project featureslaminated, insulatingglass units that provide both energyefficiency as well assecurity benefits.

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Architectural Collection Joins Andersen Offerings

The Andersen architectural collection of doorsand windows is one of the most recent develop-ments from Andersen Windows and includes itsA-Series and E-Series/Eagle doors and windows.According to the company, A-Series products areideal for those who see themselves in a home with

a defined architectural style, while for those com-mitted to pushing style to the limit, the E-Series/Eagle provides nearly infinite options tocreate a truly unique home.

In addition, the architectural collection’s E-Series line opens design to nearly unlimited possi-bilities in color, wood species and interior finishescreating new and distinct styles unique to eachhomeowner.

Andersen says the launch of the collectionbegins the transition of Eagle to Andersen E-Series/Eagle products, with Eagle gradually migrat-ing to its new name, E-Series doors and windows.→ www.andersenwindows.com

YKK AP Debuts enerGfacade Addition

The new YUW 750 XT unitized wall systemfor low to mid-rise commercial buildings is the lat-est addition to YKK AP America’s enerGfacadeproduct line. The new system has a U-Factor as

low as .30 and is designed tomeet stringent, new energycodes. The YUW 750 XT canbe seamlessly configured formulti-span curtainwall applica-tions, single-span ribbon walls andcombination elevations. Furtherenhancing designflexibility, the systemcan be specifiedfor a fully cap-tured appearancewith visible exteri-or framing ele-ments, in four-sidestructural siliconeglazing for an allglass exterior appear-ance, or a combina-tion of both.

Developed in cooperation with ErieArchitectural Products (EAP), YKK AP’s fabricat-ed systems partner, the new system is availableexclusively through EAP.→ www.ykkap.com

Curtainwall Gets Pressure Plate Addition

Expanding its selection of products with highthermal performance and condensation resistance,Tubelite Inc. introduced the 400 Series curtain-wall with fiberglass pressure plates.

“The fiberglass pressure plates are appliedfrom the exterior making them ideal for thelower levels of high-rise buildings and buildingswith fewer than six stories. The high thermal per-formance makes them well-suited for cold cli-mates and high-humidity environ-ments,” says marketing manager,Mary Olivier.

The new series has a2.5-inch sightline and thestrength of variable-depth back-mem-bers from 4 to 7inches, accordingto the company.→ www.tubeliteinc.com

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characteristics insulating glass (IG) sealantsmust provide to ensure long-term thermal

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This is an AIA course and is absolutely free andoffered on an online platform making

it easier for professionals to get their learningunits at their own pace.

For more information visit:www.aecdaily.com/sponsor/fenzi

Cover the Walls with Glass SCHOTT, in partnership with Expotechnik, has launched a newwall system, a complete package of glass solutions with instal-lations to suit all interior applications, such as illuminatedwalls and stylish partitions. Utilizing extruded aluminum pro-files, the wall system is strong and durable as well as light andattractive, according to the company. The modular constructionoffers diverse design and set-up options, ranging from free-standing individual room modules to more extensive connectedwalls. The modules can be equipped with door options, inte-grated multimedia technology and display cases, and the rangeincludes various sizes of wall frames and additional wallattachments, which can be installed up to 30 feet high.→ www.us.schott.com

Glass with StyleContemporary colors selected for the season from

the Color Marketing Group were the foundationof inspiration for Galaxy Glass & Stone’sspring 2012 collection. The new glassproducts include everything from coolneutrals in grey and white to muted col-ors with names such as coral spice and goldensunrise, as well as deep rich colors such as hot fuchsia.The product line incorporates not only the latest colortrends, but also the versatility of decorative glass lamination and custom glass printing.

Selections include glass with smooth or textured finishes, as well as various gradesof translucence.→ www.galaxycustom.com

Glass Meets StoneImaging Sciences LLC is combining the look of stone in glass in its new Imagine

Glass Stone, natural stone images in laminated architectural safety glass. The line isavailable in sizes up to 72 x 120 inches and is configurable for single- or two-sidedviewing. It can be opaque, clear or translucent, including backlit, and color-tinting andbook-matching are available as well. A variety of architectural glass thicknesses andtypes can be specified including annealed, tempered, heat strengthened or low iron. Edge

finishing, holes, notches and pattern cuts are also available and the glass can be madewith flat or curved profiles.→ www.imaging-sciences.com AGG

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Product TalkArchitects Talk About the Glass Products They’reUsing as Well as Ones They’d Like to Seeby Ellen Rogers

Gustavo Rodriguez

What are some of the newest glazing products you’ve worked with? We are using twoadvanced glazing products–Solera by Advanced Glazings Ltd. and SeriousGlass fromSerious Windows–on the Golisano Institute for Sustainability, a new building we designedwith SWBR Architects on the campus of Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) inRochester, N.Y.

How did you learn about these products? RIT, our client, wanted a new academic buildingthat maximized daylight while at the same time maximized thermal performance. We conduct-ed a lot of research as to which products would meet the client’s needs aesthetically and eco-nomically, but most importantly for a LEED platinum building, energy efficiency aspects.

What are the features/benefits you like about these products? The Solera products aretranslucent, nanogel-filled insulating glass units that are designed to fit into standard curtainwall or window systems. Theyoffer high insulation and energy efficiency, and greatly reduce glare while allowing diffused light into the space.However, you have to keep in mind that since it is translucent it has impacts on views to the outside.SeriousGlass is a high-performance insulating product that increases energy efficiency while allowingdaylight into the space. It’s a great solution for buildings with climate and site challenges sinceit offers such flexibility.

Is there anything you are looking for in glazing products you’ve notyet found? There are many good glazing products out there tomeet the needs of our projects and clients, but it is always achallenge to find one with the right visual character-istics and high energy performance. It seemsyou always have to compromise onone of these. I would like tofind a glass productthat meets both.

Above and inset: FXFOWLE currently is working on the Golisano Institute forSustainability at RIT where they are using a number of high-performanceglazing products.

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From left to right: Michl says finding a source for cost-effective mountinghardware would be an ideal new product. He also expects to see more in theway of printed glass products.

Jenda Michl

What are some of the newest glazing products with which you’ve worked?Custom printing on glass that’s either clear or frosted. This can be done with or with-

out white ink so that where you want it to be opaque it is, and where you want thelight to come through it can.

How did you learn about these products? A good friend of mine does the printing,a company called AoSA LLC in Huntington Beach, Calif. I have been pushing him

toward the architectural market for some time, as he does this printing on metal, car-pet, wood, tile, literally any material. He has two printing processes available, depend-ing on the job. He does both dye sublimation and state-of-the-art UV prints. Neithermethod emits any toxins; his print shop doesn’t have any of the chemicals and odorsone associates with the industry. For the dye sub process, even the dye is water-based.One thing that sets him apart from the others is the ability to pre- and post-process for durability, both wear and

tear as well as sun exposure--without harsh chemicals and/or VOC emissions. He is plugged in with the printermanufacturers, essentially beta testing their newest, best machines.

What are the features/benefits you like about these products? Total customization. It allows graphics on sur-faces we’ve never really thought of doing them on before. For example, a glass shower enclosure can be an inte-gral part of a bathroom motif/design scheme. It also works on large pieces of glass, whether on exterior/store-front windows or as beautiful partitions inside. All glass railings can also be decorated, either indoors or out.

Glass countertops/tabletops (such as what is often done over a tablecloth). The list goes on and on.

Is there anything you are looking for in glazing products you’ve not yet found? Less expensive mounting hard-ware and a greater selection of it. On my glass awning, I had to custom fabricate one (expensive piece) and

for the other I used a high-end shower door hinge (which was also expensive). Also, with myfriend’s glass printing, I anticipate using it myself and would love a go-to site for

such hardware. AGG

architects need to design buildings that look good. They alsoneed to design ones that meet high energy performance crite-ria. So, when asked about some of the latest glazing productsthat have crossed both their blueprints and minds, it’s not sur-prising that the products architects talk about relate to bothaesthetics and performance.

Jenda Michl, principal of Vertu Studio in Los Angeles, hasworked on small-scale, detail-oriented architectural projects.One of his recent glazing projects, in fact, was a glass awninghe designed and built for a residence in Boulder, Colo.

Other architectural firms such as FXFOWLE in New Yorktake on large-scale projects that incorporate massive amountsof glass, such as the Javits Center renovation currentlyunderway in New York. Gustavo Rodriguez, CODIA, LEED,is a senior designer with FXFOWLE currently working onthe Golisano Institute for Sustainability at RochesterInstitute of Technology.

Since both Michl and Rodriguez work with glazing in variousdifferent projects and designs, we spoke with them about someof the new technologies and new glass products they’ve seen.

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When the ocean is your backyard, even aresearch facility should be impressive. And NovaSoutheastern University’s new Center ofExcellence for Coral Reef Ecosystems Science onthe ocean side of Port Everglades in Hollywood,Fla., isn’t just some ho-hum lab. Designed by theWashington, D.C., branch of Cannon DesignArchitects, the 86,000-square-foot structure islocated at the university’s Oceanographic Centerand its National Coral Reef Institute, funded inpart by a grant from the National Institute ofStandards and Technology at a cost of more than$30 million.

Given its coastal location, only a couple hun-dred yards from the ocean, the structure neededa hurricane-resistant façade that that would alsoprovide the aesthetics that the owners wanted.

Working in a close collaboration design-buildprocess, Cannon Design and Crawford Tracey inDeerfield Beach, Fla., designed and built aunique, blue glass structure, completed this pastMay, which out-performed all of the givenrequirements.

Design DetailsAccording to architect Andy Smith with

Cannon Design, the owners weren’t looking tocreate a typical box structure. Instead, the goalwas to create a structure with dynamic forms,representative of the ocean waves and motion.

“[Owners wanted to] maximize transparency tothe north side and take advantage of spectacularcoastal views on all sides,” says Smith, noting thatat the same they would have to “use materials andsystems that would meet the necessary Notice ofAcceptance (NOA) requirements and be resilientin this incredibly harsh coastal environment.”

Smith adds, “They wanted a signature build-ing that would encourage exploration, takeadvantage of views and context, meet the specificneeds of the researchers and scientists, encour-age support and become a recruiting tool fornew students and researchers.”

“The design loads on these

projects are much higher

compared to others. You

have to consider the design

performance of the entire

structure, from the doors to

the roof to the walls.”

—Bill Bonner, Crawford Tracey

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The result is an elliptical-shaped structure thatfeatures a custom, structural silicone-glazed cur-tainwall that Crawford Tracey developed and test-ed specifically for this job. Crawford Tracey, infact, was responsible for the design, engineering,manufacturing and installation of the entire sys-tem, a 9-inch extrusion depth curtainwall. PPG’sPacifica blue tinted glass was made into the 9/16-inch overall laminated units for large missileimpact resistance.

The project’s glazing square footage is roughly25,000 square feet. Panel sizes range from 5 x 9feet and 3 x 11 feet. There were more than 800lites of glass installed.

Bill Bonner with Crawford Tracey was the leadestimator on the project. He says that, while hiscompany was asked to provide products that couldmeet the designated windload requirements, theyactually engineered a system that exceeded the des-ignated performance requirements.

“Because of the building’s unique shape, itrequired developing and testing a new system,”says Bonner. “We had the system on paper and

had done a small job with it, so we went aheadand did project-specific hurricane testing for thisone and we were able to far exceed the require-ments for this building. The engineer of recordwas set on the design pressure being at the highend, so we had no problem meeting that.”

Bonner points out that the project has a verywide span, up to 16.5 feet slab-to-slab.

“Also the shape of the building is an ellipticalcombined with an angular design of the skin,” hesays. “It resembles a football stuck together at dif-ferent angles.” He adds that the high-perform-ance, reflective glass provides a powerful shadingcoefficient, which was important to the architectsand owners.

Smith says they chose to work with glazing prod-ucts significantly since it was so important to takeadvantage of the views and also maximize the light.

He adds, “All of our recent projects in Floridahave been designed to these NOA requirementswith both small missile impact and large missileimpact considerations.”

Bonner explains that for this project the glaz-

The project’s glazingsquare footage isroughly 25,000square feet withpanel sizes rangingfrom 5 x 9 feet and3 x 11 feet.

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ing system had to meet large missile impactrequirements and had to pass TAS 201, 202 and203. The system endured impact testing as well aspressure testing, which included 4,500 cycles ofpositive pressure and 4,500 cycles of negativepressure. Water testing was done as well.

Testing and approval took about six months,according to Bonner, but sometimes takes longer.

“We were able to get this done quickly becausewe went through the Florida Building Code (FBC)rather than Metro Dade,” he says. “The FBC nowoverrides Metro Dade as it’s a state entity.”

Keep it TogetherWhen it comes to constructing a hurricane-

resistant project there are many factors to consid-er that are unique to these systems and perform-ance requirements. For example, Smith says maxi-mizing the glass area while still maintaining therequired mechanical equipment performance cri-teria and energy efficiency was a challenge. Headds that “accommodating the requirements ofthe system with regard to span and modularitywhile still maintaining the curvilinear, amor-phous form of the façade,” were also challenging.

Bonner adds that compared to non-hurricaneprojects, everything, simply put, about thesedesigns can be a challenge.

“The design loads on these projects are muchhigher compared to others,” he says. “You have toconsider the design performance of the entirestructure, from the doors to the roof to the walls.”

Building StrongThe whole process was a collaborative one.“The project delivery model was design build,

which allowed the design team to work withCrawford Tracey from schematic design throughconstruction,” says Smith.

Bonner adds, “From a project perspective(based on my past experience) this could not havebeen done with off-the-shelf products (because ofthe unique design). It was a good exercise in accu-rate costing and working with a design team tomake sure we had the right materials.”

While there are a number of architecturalfirms that are experienced and knowledgeableabout designing and building a hurricane-resist-ant structure, there are still many who are unfa-miliar. Bonner says it’s critical to evaluate eachproject independently from the start and not base

it on previous designs.“You have to look at each situation independ-

ently because the design of each project is differ-ent,” says Bonner. “Design is one thing; function-al design is another.”

So how can architects ensure a successful hur-ricane project design?

“Consult with someone who knows aboutthese projects—and consult with more than oneperson because every jurisdiction is different andthe design has to be location and project specific.”

And as for Nova’s new research facility?“It’s a good benchmark for oceanographic

design,” says Bonner. “It grabs the eye.” AGG

Ellen Rogers is the editor of the Architects’Guide to Glass & Metal magazine. She can bereached at [email protected] or follow her onTwitter @AGGmagazine and like AGG magazine onFacebook to receive updates.

With a span up to16.5 feet slab-to-slab, the glazing inthe NovaSoutheasternUniversity projectwas all tested tomeet and exceedlarge missile impactrequirements.

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tSo Trendy!

he recent American Institute of Architects’ (AIA) AnnualConvention and Design Expo in Washington, D.C., drewarchitects from across the country, seeking out the latest toolsto make their designs the most unique, innovative and excitingout there. Among these was a variety of glass and glazing prod-ucts, framing systems and more. Read on for the top trendsfrom this year’s show, held May 17-19 at the Walter E.Washington Convention Center.

PerformanceKawneer offered several new products designed to focus on

high performance. Among these was its Trifab 601 series fram-ing system, which features a 6-inch depth for a wide range ofbuilding applications.

“It’s a 6-inch version of our traditional 4 ½-inch framingsystem, and the reason for this system is twofold,” said DonnieHunter, product marketing manager, storefronts, entrancesand framing. “We’re trying to carry forward the thermal per-formance that most building owners and architects are lookingfor. This system is making use of our dual thermal break.”

The system can be glazed from either inside or out to meetspecific project requirements. (→ www.kawneer.com)

In the area of fire-rated performance, Safti First displayed itsnew SuperLite II-XL with Starphire Ultra-Clear Glass, developedin conjunction with PPG. The product is designed to providemaximum fire and impact safety with hose stream from 45 to120 minutes while meeting ASTM E-119 requirements. Theaddition of Starphire Ultra-Clear Glass by PPG to SuperLite II-XL allows architects to create safe, fire-rated spaces with clarityand transparency, according to the company. (→ www.safti.com)

Efco displayed its new 8750 XD unitized curtainwall. “Onething that makes this product unique is our patent-pendingDuracast strut,” said Erik Sutton, manager of product market-ing. “This strut design helps us achieve a .31 U-factor. This prod-uct also is available with popular options including an AW-ratedvent that has parallel armed hinges.” (→ www.efcocorp.com)

YKK AP America featured the “Energy-Saving Tour” atits booth, where it introduced its new YUW 750 XT unit-ized wall system for low- to mid-rise commercial buildings,part of its enerGfacade product line. The system is designedwith a U-factor of 30 and can be configured for multi-spancurtainwall applications, single-span ribbon wall and combi-nation elevations.

“We’re able to meet the new energy codes [with this sys-tem],” said Mike Turner, vice president of marketing at YKK.

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The system also features rapid dry-in and a 25-pound water rat-ing. (→ www.ykkap.com)

Pulp Studio introduced its new Ombra insulating glassunits, developed for exterior glazing applications. The prod-uct is available with either a UV-stabilized honeycomb core oran architectural wire mesh, both of which are designed forshading performance. (→ www.pulpstudio.com)

Advanced GlazingPPG Industries displayed its SunClean low-maintenance

glass, among several other launches, which has been availableto the residential market for some time but now has beenreleased for the commercial arena as well. The glass featuresphotocatalytic properties that break down materials on thesurface and allow water to wash it clear. The company alsofeatured its Suntuitive product, developed through a partner-ship with Pleotint, which adapts shading based on the tem-perature. “Architects want better performance and aesthet-ics,” said company representative Joanne Funyak.(→ www.ppg.com)

Guardian Industries featured several advanced glazing prod-ucts, including its SunGuard photovoltaic glass units, devel-oped in conjunction with Pythagoras Solar and Soladigmdynamic glass.

“This is a really cool thing that everyone’s been waiting for,”said Jim Pape of Soladigm, who was on-hand in Guardian’sbooth in light of the recently announced partnership.

“We’re working to develop a complete solution for glaziers,”added Chris Dolan, director of commercial glass products atGuardian Industries. (→ www.guardian.com)

The NSG Group introduced a product so new that it hasn’teven been named yet. The product actually is a mirror panecoating that is used in police buildings, anywhere with surveil-lance, but now is being used on clear glass products.(→ www.nsg.com)

Following the advanced glazing trend, Cristacurva displayedits innovative Adapt-E-Glass, which changes from light to darkautomatically based on the temperature of the glass.(→ www.cristacurva.com)

DaylightingDaylighting—and the search for it—also drew architects’

interest throughout the show. Among suppliers displayingproducts in this category was CPI Daylighting Inc. The com-pany featured its Intela-Sun-Controlled Daylighting system,which is ideal for commercial, institutional and military instal-lations, according to Ted Bratton, the company’s East Coastsales representative.

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“You set your light level, and it monitors and adjusts auto-matically,” said Bratton. “We work with a lot of architects ondaylighting.” (→ www.cpidaylighting.com)

Saint-Gobain, which is in the process of acquiring SageElectrochromics, featured its electrochromic microlouvers,which are available with both fixed and dynamic daylight con-trol. “They’re basically inserts,” said company representativeRoger Watson. “You can allow different amounts of light tocome in.” (→ www.saint-gobain-northamerica.com)

Sage, which had its own booth, displayed its electrochromictintable glass. The glass tints automatically or on demand torespond to changing sunlight and heat conditions and canenable users to control sunlight and heat without shades orblinds. (→ www.sageglass.com)

Glass WallsGlass walls and large openings certainly were on the rise at

AIA. Among these, Panda Windows and Doors displayed itsoperable wall system with a Zebra wood exterior frame. Its wallsystems are custom-made and are available up to 12 feet inheight, for both commercial and residential customers, accord-ing to Cooper Burenen, director of operations for the compa-ny. (→ www.panda-windows.com)

Klein USA Inc. also displayed its glass walls. “[Architectsare looking for] the light-sharing quality of the glass and thefact that you can build rooms with four walls of glass,” PaulWitherby, business development manager, said. “The biggestthing is sharing light between the spaces in both residentialand commercial [settings]… Everyone needs more sunlight tofeel better.”

When it comes to hardware, Witherby said he found thatless is more for architects. “They want to see more glass, lesshardware,” he added. “We come from a history of post andbeam, but it’s expensive, it’s heavy and it’s old-fashioned.”(→ www.klein-usa.com)

Schott North America also launched its new modular wallsystem, which utilizes extruded aluminum profiles and offersdiverse design and set-up options. “The modular nature reallymakes it a design tool,” said Barbara Augenblick, NorthAmerican director of marketing communications for the com-pany. (→ www.us.schott.com)

OptionsNo matter what architects are searching for product-wise,

one thing is for certain—they want options. And suppliers fromacross the industry were out in full force to provide these.

Among these, JE Berkowitz displayed its Renovate win-dow retrofit system, which uses an interior glazing methodof hermetically sealing a factory-made insulating glass unit tothe existing monolithic glass window with a warm-edgetriseal spacer.

The Fun StuffThe American Institute of Architects’ (AIA) Annual

Convention and Design Expo always features a range of newproducts for the industry but often there’s also some funstuff on the show floor that you can’t help but view. Amongthese this year was the exhibit of a company called GlassToilet Cubicles—and the company makes exactly that. “Thisis the future,” said Majid Bonakdarpour, a representative ofthe Boston-based company. “This is very high-end.”

Bonakdarpour pointed out that, over the years, luxurybathrooms in high-end hotels and other high-end publicareas have developed into something more than a basic bath-room. “But toilet partitions still look the same,” he said.

To combat this, the company has launched its own line ofglass toilet cubicles for high-end applications.

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Bob Price, director of sales and marketing for the company,said his company worked with both PPG and Edgetech IG, apart of Quanex, to develop the Renovate system and heexpects its use to continue to soar. “We feel as it gains momen-tum it will be used in applications where both time and moneyare a concern,” said Price.

He also spent a good bit of the show simply talking to archi-tects about how suppliers can help them “achieve their vision,”he said.

“They want to see stuff that’s creative, innovative and cut-ting-edge and makes buildings more appealing to their ten-ants,” he said. (→ www.jeberkowitz.com)

Viracon introduced several new glazing options, includingits ClearPoint point-supported glass solution. “We’re mini-mizing sitelines and making the maximum view so muchlarger,” said Kevin Anez, director of marketing and productmanagement.

The company also displayed its Cybershield product,designed to keep unwanted radio frequencies from travelingthrough the glass. (→ www.viracon.com)

On the hardware side, Assa Abloy’s innovative RV displayon the AIA show floor introduced attendees to a number ofavailable pulls and handles for commercial glass doors. Thesewere designed not only to be aesthetically pleasing but alsoeconomical. “A lot of times architects want something thatlooks nice but doesn’t cost more,” said Assa Abloy’s EmilyPaetch. (→ www.assaabloy.com)

ITW-Buildex debuted its Teks Select system, a selectivelyhardened fastener designed specifically for the curtainwallmarket. According to J. Schneider, national marketing manag-er, the fasteners are quick to drill and tap.(→ www.itwbuildex.com)

In the area of panels and canopies, Mapes ArchitecturalPanels featured both products at its booth. “[We offer] basical-ly an infill panel for the glass and glazing industry,” said JayMarshall, president. “We market and push a high R-value forour panels.”

The company’s canopies are all-aluminum and are pre-fabri-cated for both the United States and Caribbean, according toMatt Parde, executive vice president and chief operating offi-cer. “We’re [also] getting into glass canopies,” he said.

(→ www.mapes.com)

Looking for More?Scan the Microsoft Tag at right with your

mobile phone to view our slide show from theAmerican Institute of Architects’ AnnualConvention and Design Expo. Also, visitwww.usglassmag.com/studio for videocoverage from the event.

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Architect InsightArchitects at the show left with information on both new prod-

ucts and education.“My only criticism would be to extend the hours on the show

floor,” said Teresa Hueg, project architect for Wisnewski Blair &Associates in Alexandria, Va. “By the time you’re done with theclasses, the expo’s over.”

“The exhibits [were] quite overwhelming in size, and I thoughtthe sophistication of the displays was quite high-quality,” addedDavid Salmela with Salmela Architect in Duluth, Minn.

Next year’s AIA Convention and Design Expo is scheduled forJune 20-22 in Denver. Visit www.convention.aia.org for details. AGG

Penny Stacey is a contributing editor for Architects’Guide to Glass and Metal magazine and editor of USGlassmagazine. She can be reached at [email protected]. Readher blog at http://penny.usglassmag.com, follow her onTwitter @USGlass, and like USGlass Magazine on Facebookto receive the latest updates.

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ver the past decade a lot has changed with fire-rated glass. Once thought of primarily because thecodes mandated its use, the market has evolved toinclude a range of product types that can fit into ahost of applications, including interior, exterior,impact-rated—even decorative. Thanks to industrygrowth and technological advances, architects arefinding more and more opportunities when itcomes to designing with fire-rated glazing. Andthis product segment is becoming one capable ofmore than just resisting or restricting fire andheat—it can even add to the overall aesthetic,design and performance of a building.

Product EvolutionThose in the fire-rated field point out that

technological advances have allowed architects toincorporate fire-rated glass more and more intotheir designs.

“Designers are not interested in settling whenit comes to fire-rated glass and framing,” pointsout Tim Nass, vice president of national saleswith Safti First in San Francisco. “In the past theymay have been willing to accept aesthetic limita-tions, but not anymore. Like conventional glasswe are held to the same high standards and weare being asked to provide empirical data to sup-port our product’s ability to be fire rated, but alsoincorporate sound attenuation, high thermal per-formance, hurricane impact and in some caseseven blast loads. Fire-rated manufacturers need tohave multi-faceted systems that meet an array ofaesthetic and physical demands.”

And as Kristi Davis, Midwest regional salesmanager for Vetrotech Saint-Gobain, notes,

“There has been a shift from fire-rated glass as acomponent to as a complete system solution of fire-rated glass combined with optimal framing systemsto meet the code requirements of the application,”

Mitch Fine, a partner with WRNS Studio in SanFrancisco, has worked with fire-rated products andsays he has seen how the products are changing.

“We have the impression that fire-rated glazing

is becoming slightly less cost-prohibitive than itwas in the past,” says Fine. “It also seems thereare more options regarding frame detailing, glasstransparency and sound-proofing.”

What Architects WantWhen it comes to specifying fire-rated glass,

architects are often looking for materials that willadd to the aesthetics of their design. Innovationsand changes in fire-rated glass allow them toincorporate the requirements of fire-rated materi-als, while still creating a visually appealing design.

According to Nass, transparency is at the topof architects’ lists.

“They are looking for more clear views andthey want the products to be as transparent aspossible. The architects are becoming more andmore code savvy because they want to incorporateproducts that open their spaces up more andmore,” he says. “The architects are beginning tograsp the difference between the protective and

“Designersare notinterestedin settlingwhen itcomes tofire-ratedglass andframing. Inthe pastthey mayhave beenwilling toacceptaestheticlimitations,but notanymore.”

—Tim Nass, Safti First

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resistive product categories and are looking forthe appropriate product for the application.”

He adds that at his company they are startingto see more specifications calling for resistiveproducts. “In the past specs were really dominatedby laminated ceramic. Now, there is a greaterdemand for products that can prevent the transferof radiant heat.”

Diana San Diego, director of marketing withSafti First, says it’s also common for architects toask them to match the look of other non-ratedglass and framing systems to keep a unified, con-sistent look.

“Fire protection that is hidden in plain sight,so to speak,” she says. “Having large, transpar-ent, clear view areas and framing systems avail-able in virtually any finish always helps in termsof giving architects the maximum fire safety anddesign freedom.”

Daniel Poling, account manager for SchottNorth America Inc., says some of the most signifi-

cant changes he’s seen relate to the aesthetics offire-rated openings.

“Architects are demanding products that fit intothe natural design of a project,” he says. “Thisincludes unobtrusive window and framing solutionsand glazing products that appear more natural.”

He adds, “We don’t see a lot of requests for newfunctions as much as we see requests for new forms.Architects are trying to push the design envelope bygoing bigger or having the fire-rated opening blendin with the rest of the glazing on a project.”

However, from the architectural perspective, Fineadmits that at his firm there are still deterrents thatkeep them from specifying fire-rated glass, specifical-ly, the high cost historically associated with it.

“In fact, we aim to not have to use fire-ratedglass, and generally modify our designs to makethat possible,” he says. “There are times when weneed to use it; and at that point we are mainly

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SuperLite II-XL 45 inSAFTIfire HMframing was used toadd transparencyand light to exitcorridors at HighTech Middle Schoolin Chula Vista, Calif.,while still meetingthe fire-ratedrequirements of theapplication. Theproject was designedby Studio EArchitects and VisionSystems was thecontract glazier.

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looking for less bulky frame details, good trans-parency, and reasonable cost.”

Hot TrendsIn addition to the growing move toward trans-

parency, there are also a number of other fire-rated glazing trends. For example, while mostcommonly used in indoor settings, fire-rated glassis also moving more into exterior applications.

“Some common scenarios include buildings inclose proximity to property lines, areas leading intoparking garages and wild fire areas,” says San Diego.

But not all trends are aesthetic-related. She saysas part of an overall trend in building products, hercompany has seen an increased demand forAmerican-made (or locally manufactured) products.

“Glass is no exception, and now fire-rated glassand framing can contribute to this, whether it’smeeting Buy American or LEED MR 5.1 or 5.2for locally produced materials.”

For some, though, trends aren’t always posi-tive. According to Poling, some current ones havealso been cause for concern.

“Over the last [few] months we [have been] hear-ing stories of non-certified companies applying filmsand/or laminations to products such as wired glass.I think it is important to consider where you aresourcing all of your life safety materials. Will thosesources be there if and when you need support? Westrongly believe, if it doesn’t have the proper stampon it then don’t recommend using it.”

And for Fine, while low costs top the list ofmust haves when fire-rated glazing is necessary, hesays they also like to see a seamless aesthetic withglazing systems that may be directly adjacent to

the fire-rated installation.“We see a trend with the framing systems with

thinner and thinner profiles, which is very impor-tant to us. In the past, the framing systems tend-ed to have profiles that were very wide but thatseems to be improving,” he says. “We’ve alsonoticed that the fire-rated glazing products arebecoming clearer, as opposed to the amber or yel-lowish tint that they used to have. And obviouslyit’s important to be able to get custom colors sothe framing systems match existing installations.”

Code MattersWhile products may be evolving to offer more

aesthetically, their significance to a building’s con-struction still comes down to their fire-rated per-formance attributes. Building codes have seennumerous changes over the past decade and expertsagree that the industry can expect this to continue.

For example, one change in the 2012International Building Code (IBC) is in Section703.4, which clarifies that the fire-resistance rat-ing of glass and other building materials must beestablished without the use of automatic sprin-klers or any other fire suppression system.

San Diego says it’s also important for architectsand specifiers to know about the updatedChapter 7 tables in the 2012 IBC.

“For the first time, the IBC specifically makes dis-tinctions between fire-protective versus fire-resistiveglazing, their allowed applications and most impor-tantly, their limitations,” she says, explaining thatthese changes were done to make it easier for design-ers, code officials, and installers to clearly categorizeand apply fire-protective and fire-resistive glazing.

Aside from achievingfire ratings, thisUniversity ofMichigan LawSchool buildingneeded its glass tohelp preserve thehistoric design.

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She notes, though, that these are not new coderequirements, but rather a clarification of the2006 and 2009 editions of the IBC.

“Even though the new tables will not be adopt-ed locally until jurisdictions accept the 2012 IBC,they are useful today in understanding the 2006and 2009 IBC glazing requirements. The require-ments contained in the new tables have been ineffect since the 2006 IBC, and conform to whatNFPA 80 provided in the 1999 and 2007 NFPA80 editions, which are incorporated by referencein the 2012 IBC,” she says.

Also concerning codes, Ron Leiseca, easternregional sales manger for Vetrotech Saint-Gobain,says the role of ceramics is decreasing due to lim-ited performance capabilities.

“As their role in rated applications of 60 min-utes is phased out by code clarifications—NFPAand ICC have both clarified that ceramics areextremely limited to very small areas in these rat-ings—architects [will have to] widen their consider-ation to alternate materials that can offer morecapabilities without greatly affecting budgets.”

And when it comes to code changes, Polingadds that almost every state, excluding Illinois,has adopted a 2003 or newer edition of the IBC.

“This eliminates wired glass in areas thatrequire a safety glazing product,” he says. “This isby far the most important change we should allbe aware of.”

Multi-TaskingAs architects continue looking for glass to pro-

vide multiple performance abilities, products, too,will continue to evolve to meet these changingneeds. As San Diego points out, “all of these multi-tasking, fire-rated glazing products were created tomeet the demands of the architectural communi-ty.” And that’s a movement the industry can expectto see more of in the years to come. AGG

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Color, Color EverywhereNo longer reserved for paint and wall coverings,

architects and designers continue to push the enve-lope, developing innovative color design methodsfor every glazing application. When exploring light,form and space in the design process, glass can bethe answer for all three considerations. As such,Solutia Inc. announced its 2013 Vanceva color fore-cast for architectural laminated glass. The 10 uniquecolors can be achieved by utilizing two or more lay-ers from the Vanceva Color System by Saflex line ofpolyvinyl butyral interlayers for laminated glass.

Producing a broad spectrum of colors andmoods that are unachievable using stock selectionsof glass, Vanceva gives architects and designers cre-ative freedom with glass. The interlayers can becombined to produce more than 3,000 transpar-ent, translucent or opaque color options to help cre-

ate the desired tone and intensity. Colors in the company’s 2013

color forecast for architectur-al laminated glass

include:

→ www.worldofcolorawards.com/downloads

Oldcastle Building EnvelopeReleases New Architectural Binder

Covering everything from glass to metal, a newarchitectural binder is now available fromOldcastle Building Envelope, created to provideinformation on all of the company’s buildingenvelope products. These include curtainwall,window wall, architectural windows, storefronts,entrances, skylights and architectural glass.

In addition, the binder includes selectioncharts, performance data, CAD details and more.→ www.oldcastlebe.com

AIA Announces Guide to International Green Construction Code

The American Institute of Architects (AIA)introduced the first overview guide on how archi-tects can implement the International GreenConstruction Code (IgCC) in their practice. Theguide, titled, “Guide to the IgCC,” is meant as aone-stop-shop document exclusively for AIA-mem-ber architects working in jurisdictions where theIgCC is adopted or soon will be.

“For architects to begin implementing and advo-cating for a code as far-ranging and complex as theIgCC, they need a document that covers everythingabout it,” said AIA president Jeff Potter, FAIA.

According to the announcement, the guide isanother initiative in the AIA’s effort to make theIgCC commonplace in the talent toolkit archi-tects bring to the market. Among the areas cov-ered by the AIA’s IgCC guide are:• A comprehensive overview of the IgCC;• A backgrounder on the IgCC’s genesis and a

history of environmental advocacy by the AIA;• A closer look at energy and energy modeling;• A chapter-by-chapter summary of the IgCC; and• An entire chapter on how to lobby state and

local governments to adopt the IgCC. → www.aia.org/igcc AGG

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NORTH AMERICAN EVENTS2012September 11-14, 2012Construct 2012Sponsored by the Construction Specifications InstitutePhoenix Convention CenterPhoenixContact: www.constructshow.com

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If your companyoffers an AIAContinuing EducationCourse please let us know about it by [email protected].

lass and glazing, metal systems and variousother fenestration technologies are continuouslyevolving. To keep yourself informed about thesemany options, why not consider some of theseindustry courses?

Course Title: Hurricane-Resistant Glass Provider: ViraconLearning Units: 1

This course provides a discussion about thefeatures and limitations of hurricane-resistantglazing products, as well as an overview of testingmethods and requirements.

At the end of the presentation attendees willbe able to create a list of information necessaryprior to selecting hurricane-resistant glass; explainthe hurricane testing process for glazing systems;

and name the difference between large- and small-missile impact requirements and testing.→ www.viracon.com

Course Title: Hurricane WindLoading and Impact ResistanceProvider: KawneerLearning Units: 1

As coastal populations and developmentincrease, the threat of injuries, deaths and dam-age to property during hurricanes and violentstorms has intensified. According to Kawneer,this course was developed to provide participantswith a better understanding of the requirementsfor wind-borne debris protection. This programexplores the standards to which protection prod-ucts must be designed and tested.→ www.kawneer.com AGG

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