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Building Enclosure Systems

4 steps to a better building enclosure

Dividing the outside environment from the interior, the building enclosure is one of the most important parts of the structure. The enclosure not only defines the building’s aesthetic, but also protects occupants from the elements and facilitates a comfortable, controlled climate. With dozens of components comprising the exterior assemblies, from foundation to cladding to roof, figuring out which concerns to address first can be daunting.



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Cladding and Facade Systems | Walter P Moore | Jun 5, 2023

27 important questions about façade leakage

Walter P Moore’s Darek Brandt discusses the key questions building owners and property managers should be asking to determine the health of their building's façade.  

Exterior | Building Enclosure Systems | May 16, 2023

4 steps to a better building enclosure

Dividing the outside environment from the interior, the building enclosure is one of the most important parts of the structure. The enclosure not only defines the building’s aesthetic, but also protects occupants from the elements and facilitates a comfortable, controlled climate. With dozens of components comprising the exterior assemblies, from foundation to cladding to roof, figuring out which concerns to address first can be daunting.

75 Top Building Products | Dec 16, 2019

Top Glass and Glazing Products for 2019

SageGlass's Harmony dynamic glass and Vitro Architectural Glass's Acuity low-iron glass are among the nine new glass and glazing products to make Building Design+Construction's 2019 101 Top Products report.

Apr 26, 2018

Designing for Fire Safety and Resistance Remains Key For Healthcare Building Enclosures

Today’s insulation products are expanding beyond simple thermal insulation properties to offer fire resistance and firestopping properties.

Feb 28, 2018

Quality Products Needed To Meet Green Building Standards Today

Sustainable healthcare facilities will need energy-efficient building enclosures from the outset.

Jan 16, 2018

Healthcare Facilities Present Unique Building Design Concerns

With longevity, air quality, patient outcomes, and wellness in mind, AEC teams want to make sure they’re choosing the best building design products

Dec 28, 2016

The Evolution of Sustainability and Product Transparency in Building Science

Sustainability now a core business strategy for manufacturers and AEC firms alike

Nov 15, 2016

Helping to Protect the Perimeter Proactively

Incorporating more fire containment tactics to building enclosures benefits both architects and end user occupants alike

Sep 9, 2016

The Complexity of Building Enclosures as a Critical Layer of Protection

AEC teams must approach building enclosures with everything—moisture, thermal, air, fire—in mind

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