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  • Blast Performance

    • Paper by Jon Kimberlain, Principal TS&D Scientist Jie Feng, Research Scientist Will Wholey, Associate Dan Aggromito, Senior Consultant Valérie Hayez, Principal Scientist

    <p>Designing for blast performance for glazing units can be very complex. The test methods for evaluating performance include subjecting units to…

  • Structural Silicone Sealant and Glass Fins

    • Paper by Jon Kimberlain · Valerie Hayez · Jie Feng

    Structural silicone sealant is commonly used in glass fin applications, both as a weatherseal and as for structural attachment. A common concern for

  • Transitions Between Diverse Envelope Systems

    • Paper by Kristian Fosholt, LEED AP BD+C · Megan Koehler, AIA, LEED AP BD+C · Andrew Tsay Jacobs, AIA, EIT, LEED AP BD+C

    The Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital at Stanford University in Palo Alto, California features an extremely diverse set of facade systems within one

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    Seismic Movements

    • Paper by Gijs Libourel, Daniel Segraves,

    <p>A common building upgrade to add value to existing commercial real estate is the renewal of the entrance lobby. The lobby facade is replaced to…

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    Sustainable Silicone

    • Paper by Jon Kimberlain, TS&D Scientist Adrienne Bowman-Grittini, Senior Technical Service and Development Specialist Stanley Yee, TS&D Scientist

    <p>Silicone materials have a long history in high performance building projects. Known for durability, they can reduce a building’s carbon footprint…

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    Process of Repair Evaluation

    • Paper by Linda Fu, RA, LEED AP, Associate Christopher Morgan, P.E., California Office Manager

    <p>As the building stock ages around the country and the consequences of design and/or construction that are deficient or lack resiliency become…