Explore technical insight from IIBEC on glass, glazing, curtain walls, fenestration, and the connections that impact building enclosure performance.
From glass performance and breakage to fenestration, spandrels, skylights, and curtain walls, explore technical resources addressing the challenges you encounter in the design, construction, and performance of the building enclosure.
Part One: Understanding and Identifying NiS Inclusions
Explore the causes of spontaneous glass breakage, how nickel sulfide inclusions form, identifying the characteristic fracture pattern, and approaches to managing risk.
Part Two: Manufacturing, Prevention, and Case Studies
Continue the discussion with a look at manufacturing variables, detection technologies, quality assurance, prevention strategies, and real-world facade case studies.
How accurately are we evaluating spandrel performance? Explore thermal bridging, modeling methods, condensation risk, and opportunities to improve the performance of glazed wall systems.
Curtain wall, storefront, and window systems have to manage air, water, structural movement, and thermal performance. Take a closer look at common detailing and installation challenges that can make or break performance.
What makes architectural glass visually acceptable? Explore glass distortion, quality expectations, evaluation methods, mock-ups, and quality assurance considerations for architectural glazing.
Large skylights bring together glazing, framing, drainage, sealants, structural considerations, and long-term maintenance. Explore design approaches that can improve durability and reduce future maintenance challenges.
Glass Breakage in Insulating Glazing Units in Spandrel AssembliesExplore thermal stress, ceramic enamel coatings, heat-treated glass, and approaches for reducing the potential for in-service spandrel glass breakage. Read more.
Mysterious Moisture Marks: Assessment of Water Stains at Window GlazingInvestigate the potential sources of staining and moisture at windows, from condensation and drainage to installation, flashing, maintenance, and water intrusion. Read more.
Condo Chronicles: Navigating Condominium Fenestration Replacement and Restoration ProjectsExplore the technical, logistical, financial, code, and performance considerations involved in large-scale fenestration restoration and replacement. Read more.
Fenestration Replacement: Identifying Design Solutions for Existing BuildingsExamine how existing architecture, structural conditions, waterproofing, occupancy, and aesthetics can shape fenestration replacement strategies. Read more.
Go beyond this curated collection and discover technical articles, research, proceedings, and resources covering the entire building enclosure.
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March 18–21, 2027 | San Antonio, Texas
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