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Operable wall systems integrate the indoors and outdoors and define interior spaces, providing flexibility and additional usable area without increasing a building’s footprint. Occupants benefit from expansive daylighting and views as well as quick access to fresh air. This course describes the types of operable wall systems, how they contribute to sustainable design, and the various options and considerations for selecting the correct system.
Upon completion of this course, the Learner should be able to:
- Define operable wall systems and their different types and characteristics.
- Discuss the general sustainability benefits of operable glass walls and their potential LEED® credit contributions.
- List the customization options to enable a wall system to meet specific project needs including configuration, thermal performance, solar control, sound mitigation, and ADA compliance.
- Describe the design, performance, and sustainability benefits of operable glass walls in terms of a variety of specific project types and case studies.
Approximately 1 hour. Delivered online, at your own pace.
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Presenter Information
Name: Eric Wanner
Title: Marketing Coordinator, Solar Innovations® Architectural Glazing Systems
Background: My passion started while attending Conrad Weiser High School where I learned the advantages of developing business plans. I continued my college education in the marketing field including a marketing internship at Joe Jurgielwicz & Sons. After completing the internship and graduating from Penn State University, I started my marketing career at Solar Innovations® Architectural Glazing Systems in January 2011. I started as a Marketing Assistant. My passion for the field pushed me on a daily basis, enabling me to advance into the role of Marketing Coordinator, as well as being our Marketing Technical Sales Lead and Tradeshow Coordinator.
