Case studies
Using clear, 2-hour, ASTM E-119 rated fire resistive butt-glazed walls allow Ortega’s mural, located in an exit stairwell, to be enjoyed by visitors and patrons on multiple floors.
Silver vinyl reveals are now available and at a lower cost than aluminum reveals, while offering the same look, and faster installation.
Strategically chosen design, panels, and colors reflect a museum's musical roots and a city's rich culture.
The use of horizontal wood panels warms up the exterior’s appearance and is complemented by the Wave Fixed ribbed panels supplied by metal manufacturer, McElroy Metal. Photo: Barnett Architecture and edited by designCraft
In 2014, designCraft’s office lacked an identity and resembled a blank canvas – a structure clad in faded gray vinyl siding with no other discerning features. The advertising firm decided to rebrand their existing location to visually represent who they are as a company.
Vale Church’s high-performance building envelope features more than 18,000 square feet of Metl-Span 3-inch CF Striated insulated metal panels in 24/26 gauge.
Reflective low-E coated glass on the EY Tower helps balance the sleek look of new construction with the historic Art Deco façade integrated at its base. Photo: Edvard Mahnic Photography.
The new 40-story office tower boasts expansive city views, LEED® Platinum certification and abundant natural light while preserving an Art Deco gem.
Automatic Smoke Vents protect property and aid firefighters in bringing a fire under control by removing smoke, heat, and gases from a burning building. Photo by Ryan Leasure.
The custom-made smoke vents measure 7-feet by 18-feet and include a quad leaf design.
Photo: Andy Caulfield
To achieve all the aesthetic and fire rated requirements of the project, SAFTI FIRST supplied an ASTM E-119 rated assembly with SuperLite II-XL 120 with Starphire Low-Iron glass in GPX Curtain Wall for the walls and SuperLite II-XL 90 with Starphire Low-Iron glass in GPX Architectural Series Doors for the entrances.
