Restoring Glazing System Performance Without Sacrificing Aesthetics
Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate how flat extrusions can be utilized over existing failed joints in vertical construction.
- Describe how building aesthetics can be enhanced without replacing glazing systems or touching a paint brush.
- Explain how custom-made extrusions can restore performance of glazing systems, including skylights.
- Utilize modern materials to enhance performance of historic buildings while maintaining the original look of the building.
Credits:
This course is approved as a Structured Course
This course can be self-reported to the AANB, as per their CE Guidelines
Approved for structured learning
Approved for Core Learning
This course can be self-reported to the NLAA
Course may qualify for Learning Hours with NWTAA
Course eligible for OAA Learning Hours
This course is approved as a core course
This course can be self-reported for Learning Units to the Architectural Institute of British Columbia
When challenges arise due to deterioration of the glazing system, it is important to understand what your options are. You want to be mindful of the original design intent, restore performance and extend the life of the system. This may include a variety of approaches—ranging from wet sealing the existing assembly to extruded silicone overlays to complete removal and replacement of the existing glazing system—but all built around developing a comprehensive restoration solution.
Photo courtesy of Tremco
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Marcy Tyler has worked in the commercial construction market for more than 15 years. Her focus has been dedicated to the building facade. She is currently the technical marketing manager for Tremco Commercial Sealants & Waterproofing. During her 15 years at Tremco, she has had many roles that involved the building facade and being a technical resource. In her current role, Marcy is heavily involved in the strategic development and education of the product and systems that make the critical connections and stop the uncontrolled flow of air within the building facade. |
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Joshua Houk is the facade restoration program manager at Tremco Commercial Sealants & Waterproofing and manages strategic project initiatives involving wet sealant, spectrem simple seal, spectrem restoration overlay, and custom gasket remediation solutions. He is responsible for the development, rollout, and support of facade restoration initiatives and ensuring alignment between internal design and external market facing resources. Joshua works closely with building owner, property manager, contractor, and consultant stakeholder groups to translate their feedback into value-added solutions. |
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For generations, Tremco has provided superior weatherproofing solutions to architects, distributors, contractors and building owners worldwide. Today, the company is uniquely positioned to provide single-source, high-performance solutions for all six sides of the building enclosure along with hands-on technical support at every stage of the construction process from concept through commissioning. |
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