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Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresKawneer AIA-CESCourse: K ILFF 12 114Credit: (1) CEH/HSW
Kawneer CompanyTechnology Park / Atlanta555 Guthridge CourtNorcross, Georgia 30092Architectural Services Team 1-877-767-9107kawneer.comkawneergreen.com
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresBest Practices:Kawneer is registered as an Approved AIA CES Provider (J204)and this course has been approved by AIA in accordance with theirguidelines. This course is not designed to promote any particularproduct or manufacturer during the educational portion of thepresentation. AIA members will earn 1 hour CEH /HSW aftercompleting the online quiz following this presentation.
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Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresLearning Objectives:1. Influence of Wind Load on Curtain WallDesign/Selection2. Importance of Properly Securing Curtain Wall toSurround Condition3. Importance of Following Manufacturer’s InstallationInstructions Addressing Internal Seals4. Understanding How Curtain Wall Performs andInstallation for Proper Performance
Preventable Curtainrtain Wall FailuresCurtain Wall: Building Envelope Thermal Barrier Weather Barrier Air Pressure Barrier Exterior to Structure Anchored at SlabEdge Moves Independently Performs as: System Individual Lites
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresFailure Is When Curtain Wall Systems Do Not Meet ExpectationsWith proper understanding of curtain wall systems,most failures are PREVENTABLE!Main Causes of CW Failures: Wind Load Issues Improper PerimeterAnchoring Improper CriticalSeals System PerformanceRestricted
Preventable Curtain Wall Failures Ensure System WillWithstand ProjectConditions
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresProper System for Project ConditionsDesign Load Drivers Include: Wind Load Dead Load Hurricane Conditions Blast Mitigation Seismic
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresProper System for the Project ConditionsFaçade- Components & Cladding IBC Structural section 1600 Provide Wind Load in PSF(not MPH)Components and Cladding Design wind pressures in termsof Positive and Negative PSF
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresProper System for the Project ConditionsArchitect & Structural
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresProper System for the Project ConditionsArchitect & Structural PSF
Preventable Curtain Wall Failures Ensure System WillWithstand ProjectConditions Ensure System is ProperlySecured to SurroundCondition
Preventable Curtain Wall Failures4"1098654321140'7
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresUse Perimeter Anchors Engineered for System
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresUse Perimeter Anchors Engineered for SystemConsiderPossible EndReaction!
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresUse Perimeter Anchors Engineered for SystemHow will thisanchor handlelive loaddeflection?
Preventable Curtain Wall Failures
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Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresMaintainProperCaulk Joint
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresMaintain Proper Caulk Joint
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresMaintain Continuity of Perimeter Seals
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresMaintain Continuity of Perimeter Seals
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresMaintain Continuity of Perimeter Seals
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresMaintain Continuity of Perimeter Seals
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresMaintain Continuity of Perimeter Seals
Preventable Curtain Wall Failures
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresProper Shimming is Critical to Curtain Wall PerformanceProper Use and Location of Shims is Critical Load-Bearing Non-Compression High-Durability
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresProper Shimming is Critical to Curtain Wall PerformanceLocate Shims Properly Above Anchor (as shown)
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresProper Shimming is Critical to Curtain Wall PerformanceShim at Setting Block Locations
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresProper Shimming is Critical to Curtain Wall PerformancePotential Fastener Shear
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresProper Shimming is Critical to Curtain Wall Performance
Preventable Curtain Wall Failures Ensure System WillWithstand ProjectConditions Ensure System is ProperlySecured to SurroundCondition Ensure All Internal CriticalSeals are PerManufacturer’sRecommendations
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresProper Attention to Critical Internal SealsClean All Surfaces Prior To Application of Sealant
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresApply Manufacturer’sCritical Seals
Preventable Curtain Wall Failures
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresProper Attention to Critical Internal SealsPhotos from Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresProper Attention to Critical Internal SealsGlass SettingBlocks Must be atProper Locations
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresProper Attention to Critical Internal SealsUseProperSettingBlocks
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresGaskets Must be Properly Installed
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresGaskets Must be Properly Installed
Preventable Curtain Wall Failures Ensure System WillWithstand ProjectConditions Ensure System is ProperlySecured to SurroundCondition Ensure All Internal CriticalSeals are PerManufacturer’sRecommendations Ensure System is InstalledProperly for IntendedPerformance
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresSize & Locate Weep Holes Properly
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresThis Is Not How You Weep A Curtain Wall
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresSize & Locate Weep Holes Properly
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresSize & Locate Weep Holes Properly
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresLocate &Torque Pressure Plate Screws ProperlyLocate Screws 9" OnCenter And As CloseTo TheHorizontal JointAs Possible.Torque Screws To 95to 100 Inch Pounds
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresTorque Pressure Plate Screws to Proper Levels
Preventable Curtain Wall FailuresUse Correct System Ensure System Will Withstand ProjectConditionsSecure Properly to SurroundCondition Ensure System is Properly Securedto Surround ConditionAttention to Critical Seals Ensure All Internal Critical Seals arePer Manufacturer’sRecommendationsAllow System to Perform Ensure System is Installed Properlyfor Intended Performance
Kawneer CompanyTechnology Park / Atlanta555 Guthridge CourtNorcross, Georgia 30092Architectural Services Team 1-877-767-9107kawneer.comkawneergreen.com
Kawneer Company Technology Park / Atlanta 555 Guthridge Court Norcross, Georgia 30092 Architectural Services Team 1-877-767-9107 kawneer.com kawneergreen.com
