The Aluminum Advantage in High Performance Windows and Doors  

Sponsored by All Weather Architectural Aluminum

This CE Center course is no longer eligible for receiving credits.

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Aluminum production has recently decreased its environmental footprint dramatically, and aluminum extrusion technology has advanced considerably to make aluminum one of the most sustainable materials and aluminum windows and doors top performers. This course covers the production enhancements and developments in the design of unique aluminum extrusions that, when combined with innovative thermal barrier materials, create window and door systems that save energy, increase healthy indoor air quality, and improve safety, sustainability, and aesthetics. The course concludes with a case study of a high-performance building using high-performance windows with custom extrusions.

Aluminum Advantage

Originally published in Food Engineering

Originally published in December 2021

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
  • Select or design aluminum extrusions to deliver the best window and door performance.
  • Recall the sustainable attributes of aluminum when selecting window and door frame material.
  • Integrate superior frame technology with glazing strategies to create energy efficient aluminum windows and doors.
  • Improve indoor environments with reduced air and water leakage and increased daylighting from aluminum extruded windows and doors.