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While window wall, curtain wall, and storefront systems may serve a similar purpose, they each offer a wide range of unique characteristics and varying aesthetics. From thermal and acoustical variances to schedule and cost differences, choosing the right one for your project can make the difference between a successful application or potential construction and performance issues.

This course is designed to expand your understanding of basic aluminum glazing systems, specifically storefront, window wall, and curtain wall systems. After completing this course, you will be able to effectively select the appropriate aluminum glazing system for your project to achieve the desired aesthetics while providing optimal performance.

Schedule: 

• 5:30pm - 6pm Guest Arrival
• 6pm - 7pm Presentation
• 7pm - 8pm Networking Hour (snacks and drinks will be provided)

Learning Objectives: 

• Have a basic understanding of typical storefront, window wall, and curtain wall systems.
• Understand the differences between glazing systems.
• Understand the issues to consider when selecting a system for a specific application.
• Understand standard industry structural requirements, performance criteria, aesthetic conditions, and water control.

HSW Justification: 

Glazing systems are critical to building performance and safety of occupants. Understanding system selection can help create healthy environments, provide occupant safety at building perimeters, and promote efficient thermal performance.

Presented by:

April Rawson, CDT

April Rawson earned her M.B.A. from Franciscan University of Steubenville, a B.B.A. from Kent State University and is CDT Certified from the Construction Specifications Institute. April is a Board Member for both the CSI Great Lakes Region and CSI GLR Indianapolis Chapter. April is your resource for architectural glazing systems, glass, and accessories.