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Updated document details methods of testing fenestration for exterior walls

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) updated a document serving a recommended practice for determining test methodology for laboratory and field testing of exterior wall systems. The document pertains to products covered by an AAMA standard such as curtain walls, storefronts, window walls, and sloped glazing. AAMA 501-24, Methods of Test for Exterior Walls was last updated in 2015. 




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Building Tech | Feb 17, 2021

PCL Construction introduces The PURE Portal for quickly sanitizing surfaces

The solution uses FAR-UV light technology.

Contractors | Dec 4, 2020

‘Speed to market’ defines general contractor activities in 2020

Contractors are more receptive than ever to ways that help get projects done faster.

Smart Buildings | Nov 20, 2020

The Weekly show: SPIRE smart building rating system, and pickleball court design tips

The November 19 episode of BD+C's The Weekly is available for viewing on demand.

AEC Tech | Oct 28, 2020

Meet Jaibot, Hilti's new construction robot

The semi-autonomous robot is designed to assist MEP contractors with ceiling-drilling applications. 

Smart Buildings | Oct 26, 2020

World’s first smart building assessment and rating program released

The SPIRE Smart Building Program will help building owners and operators make better investment decisions, improve tenant satisfaction, and increase asset value.

Building Tech | Jun 16, 2020

thyssenkrupp Elevator launches forward-looking technologies for a more comfortable and secure mobility experience

To ensure peace of mind for passengers, the company is focusing on three pillars: hygiene, social distancing and touchless technologies.

Healthcare Facilities | Mar 9, 2020

Mobile wayfinding platform helps patients, visitors navigate convoluted health campuses

Gozio Health uses a robot to roam hospital campuses to capture data and create detailed maps of the building spaces and campus.

University Buildings | Mar 9, 2020

Auburn University, Robins & Morton open Construction Field Laboratory

Robins & Morton and Auburn University’s College of Architecture, Design and Construction (CADC) recently celebrated the dedication of the Robins & Morton Construction Field Laboratory.

Green | Mar 9, 2020

BuroHappold commits to all new building projects achieving net-zero carbon by 2030

The engineering firm also launched a long-term partnership with ILFI.

Modular Building | Feb 16, 2020

On the West Coast, prefab gains ground for speedier construction

Gensler has been working with component supplier Clark Pacific on several projects.

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