Glass Window In Concrete Wall Detail

Step 6c in the storefront installation manual.

Glass window in concrete wall detail.

They let in the sun but keeps burglars out. Lower the window into the framed opening inserting the bottom window edge first then tipping in the top. Window by others frame size 27 outside head detail sill detail jamb detail concrete block constructions 48mm framed products issue a recommended window installation instructions g james page6 glass aluminium. The glass block window panel sits on the block or concrete wall and is held in place with mortar and caulk.

From the interior side of the window apply a continuous bead of silicone caulking in location 1 below. Silicone bead should bridge the 5 16 nominal gap between frame and glass. Like unitized curtain wall window wall is also built in a shop and shipped to the site pre assembled. Unlike curtain wall window wall sits between the floor slabs.

Contact us for more information. The window door and wall penetration details are based on those prepared for c m h c by mr. For a block wall installation fasten with rust resistant screws using a toe nail method through the jambs into the head and sill boards at each corner. The glass is installed but prior to installation of aluminum glazing beads glass stops ref.

Technical glass products tgp offers a variety of detail drawings of our architectural glass and framing products. When it comes to basement windows there s nothing more practical than glass block windows. Window wall is also non load bearing. Glass block windows are weather tight and maintenance free.

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