The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) updated a specification covering requirements for corrosion-resistant coatings on carbon steels used for hardware components in fenestration applications: AAMA 907-23, Specification for Corrosion Resistant Coatings on Carbon...
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FGIA releases key insights for spandrel glass design
(08/16/2023)
The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) offers a technical information report (TIR) documenting best practices for system design of spandrel areas. The TIR also covers the use of conventional spandrel glass, as well...
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Fire Protection Specifications for Metal Buildings
Metal building systems are noncombustible structures using steel framing and metal panels, manufactured for pre-assembly inspection.
Daylighting for Safer, Healthier, and More Resilient Schools
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Building for the Future with Insulated Metal Panels
The quality of the materials used, their eco-responsible manufacturing process, and the panels’ superior insulating properties make them a greener solution that considerably reduces...
Architectural Expanded Metals
Ultimately, expanded metal offers a rare combination of design flexibility, robust performance, and environmental responsibility.