Failure is Not an Option: Air Barrier Continuity Strategies for Storefront and Curtain Wall Systems

Critical details that typically cause building performance-related issues will be focused on one of the largest failures of building enclosures: wall-to-window connections specific to curtain wall systems and storefronts. A step-by-step look at each critical detail regarding the sequence of construction and the various connections to ensure airtight/watertight and thermally protected details. Real-life photos and job conditions will highlight the realities of the construction process to show typical errors found and how those errors can be addressed correctly.

Learning Objectives:

1. Assess how site quality assurance audits, field observation, and site quality control fit into overall quality assurance and risk management strategy.
2. Determine the responsibilities of all building enclosure stakeholders to coordinate and execute a plan for a quality installation.
3. Identify typical issues found in the installation process and what caused these for a variety of air barrier systems by visual inspection.
4. Using job site photos; demonstrate the physical testing that can be done on a variety of air barrier systems.

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Andrew Dunlap, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, Senior Principal | Building Technology Studio Leader, SmithGroup