Innovative Building Envelopes 101
Exploring Steel Curtain Wall, Fire-Rated Curtain Wall & Channel Glass Systems
Sponsored by Technical Glass Products (TGP) | Presented by Tim Donaldson
Live Webinar Airing on June 10, 2025 at 02:00 PM ET
As architectural design continues to evolve, so too must the materials and systems that shape the modern building envelope. This course introduces architects to innovative, non-traditional façade solutions—including steel curtain wall, fire-rated curtain wall, and channel glass systems—that push the boundaries of performance, safety, and aesthetics.
Through technical insights and real-world case studies, attendees will examine how these advanced glazing systems contribute to structural integrity, visual impact, and code compliance.
By the end of the session, participants will be equipped to evaluate and specify high-performance glazing systems that support both creative vision and project performance goals.
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Tim Donaldson is an Architectural Services Manager at Technical Glass Products (TGP), a leading provider of fire-rated glass and framing systems and specialty architectural glazing solutions. He collaborates with design professionals to navigate fire and life safety codes without compromising aesthetics, helping them bring their architectural vision to life. Tim delivers education on fire-rated glazing materials, performance standards, and specification strategies—empowering architects to design safe, code-compliant, and visually striking spaces. He also acts as a technical resource for architects, building owners, and glazing contractors, offering project-specific insights and support from design through construction. |
Technical Glass Products (TGP) is a leading supplier of specialized fire-rated and architectural glazing systems. Since 1980, TGP has partnered with architects, glaziers, and contractors to deliver innovative solutions that meet complex design and code requirements.
Originally published in Architectural Record
Originally published in April 2025
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Explore the benefits of non-traditional curtain wall systems, including the design flexibility and structural performance of steel curtain wall and channel glass systems.
- Recognize the fundamentals of fire-rated curtain wall systems and how they integrate life safety requirements without compromising architectural aesthetics.
- Examine high-profile project case studies to see how these innovative systems have been successfully applied in real-world architectural designs.
- Apply insights from the course to address project-specific design challenges by learning how to specify and incorporate advanced glazing systems that meet performance goals, support design vision, and align with building codes.
