Curtain Wall Design Guide

It also incorporates content from several other related aama publications for ease of access.

Curtain wall design guide.

Wind loads are initially imposed on glazing panels then. The paper presents a fundamental classification of curtain walls by function materials place of assembly mullion type glass type attachment access and configuration. Glass pane to frame. Publication of aama cwm 19 curtain wall manual marks the culmination of efforts by volunteers from aama curtain wall storefront council member companies to update and enhance the former aama mcwm1 89 metal curtain wall manual.

Introduction the aa 110 65mm curtain wall system is designed as a stick frame assembly with weather performance achieved by drainage and ventilation of the glazing rebates. The american architectural manufacturers association aama has developed a new manual providing guidelines for the design of curtain walls. Design of curtain walls for wind loads order for curtain wall structural design and load path. New curtain wall guide specifications are expected to be of particular interest said steve fronek wausau window and wall systems a leader within the aama curtain wall manual update task group.

The essential factors that influence the design of curtain wall glass thickness. Establish the required condensation resistance factor crf based on anticipated interior humidity and local climate data and select a curtain wall with an appropriate crf. Primary façade design principles are classified and demonstrated on curtain wall components with emphasis on a structural safety and a holistic approach. Design of curtain wall glass thickness.