Windows are enclosures of openings mualls that allow the passage of light and protect against air and sound. Window units can be fixed, operable, or a combination of the two. Choices include Fixed windows, Awning (Top hinged, project out bottom), Hopper (Bottom hinged, project in top), Casement Side hinged, project in or out), Vertically or horizontally pivoted windows, Hung windows or Horizontal sliding windows.
Curtain Wall is defined as thin, usually aluminum-framed wall, containing in-fills of glass, metal panels, or thin stone. The framing is attached to the building structure and does not carry the floor or roof loads of the building. The wind and gravity loads of the curtain wall are transferred to the building structure, typically at the floor line. Curtain wall systems range from manufacturer’s standard catalog systems to specialized custom walls.
Storefronts are stick built aluminum systems. In the stick system, the frame (mullions) along with its infills are installed and connected together piece by piece. They typically occur on the first and second floor of a building and are either residential or retail spaces. Infills include doors, revolvers, glass, panels, louvers and often architectural metals.
Glass is most typically used as transparent glazing material used in the building envelope, including windows in the external walls, architectural features, internal partitions, shower doors and mirrors. We specialize in Architectural Glass Laminated Glass, Tempered Glass, Annealed glass, Insulated Glass, Mirrors, Security Glass, and Silk Screen Glass.
Architectural Metals are used in buildings and structures comprise several distinctive metallic materials including Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Iron, Zinc and Bronze. Architectural metal products apply to a variety of industries.
Caulking is both the process and material (also called sealant) or sealant used to seal joints or seams in various structures. The function of caulking is to provide thermal insulation, control water penetration and noise mitigation. It is an application of flexible sealing compounds to protect against water, air, dust, insects, or as a component in firestopping.
