Curtain Wall Design Guide

The paper presents a fundamental classification of curtain walls by function materials place of assembly mullion type glass type attachment access and configuration.

Curtain wall design guide. It also incorporates content from several other related aama publications for ease of access. 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. 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. Aama s curtain wall design guide provides guidance on window selection for condensation resistance.

Formatted to include mandatory language optional language and detailed technical commentary guide specifications in section 5 allow architects and specifiers to address project specific performance and testing requirements consistently. The essential factors that influence the design of curtain wall glass thickness. Primary façade design principles are classified and demonstrated on curtain wall components with emphasis on a structural safety and a holistic approach. Wind loads are initially imposed on glazing panels then.

Drainage and ventilation is achieved via the mullion on mullion drained or via each individual transom on zone drained. Design of curtain wall glass thickness. Glass pane to frame. The american architectural manufacturers association aama has developed a new manual providing guidelines for the design of curtain walls.