EFCO Training Expands
EFCO Corp. is sponsoring free online educational seminars for architects, engineers and other construction professionals on AECDaily.com.

The Monett, Mo. based company is sponsoring two seminars. The first, by David DeSutter, the company’s director of engineering, covers such topics as determining and applying design pressure to buildings, wind speed measurements, exposure categories and impact protected glazing.

The second provides an overview of systems for rating the effectiveness of partitions, doors and windows in blocking sound. Specifically, the seminar focuses on sound transmission class, outdoor-indoor transmission class, basic acoustics and acoustical testing. It also demonstrates the importance in the fabrication and selection of fenestration products.

The programs will appear on AECDaily.com throughout the year and qualify for 1 Health, Safety and Welfare (HSW) learning unit hour.

AECDaily.com provides access to educational resources, drag and drop compatible CAD details, building products information, industry news and discussion forums. The services of AECDaily.com are made available to architects, engineers, owners, interior designers, and construction professionals at no charge.

“EFCO is proud to work with AEC Daily to help offer these educational opportunities,” said Dave Hewitt, EFCO’s director of marketing. “As professionals, it’s critical that we all have the latest information on new technology and new techniques–and that’s what these seminars are designed to do.”

EFCO Corp. is a manufacturer of architectural aluminum windows, curtain walls, storefronts and entrance systems for commercial architectural applications. www.efcocorp.com

Other Courses Available on AECDaily

Here are other courses from companies in the architectural glass and metal industry that are available at AECDaily.com.

Glass and Energy
Pilkington
Provides an overview of various architectural glass products, including clear and tinted float glass, reflective glass, low-emissivity glass and specialty glass products, such as profiled, textured, structural, fire-resistant, anti-reflective, and self-cleaning glass.
LU hours: 1

Float Glass Manufacturing and Architectural Glass Products
Versalux Glass Products ACH
Provides an overview of float glass manufacturing and various architectural glass products, including clear, tinted, and heat treated glass, as well as coated products (low-E, reflective) and fabricated products (insulated, laminated).
LU hours: 1.5

Glass—Making the Right Choice
AFG Industries
Provides an overview of the manufacturing, fabrication and applications of various types of glass and coatings. Explains the key factors, including climate considerations, when comparing glass and coating products.
LU hours: 1.5

Structural Glazing Systems: Innovations in Structural Glass
W&W Glass Systems
Provides an overview of structural glazing systems, including a discussion of the evolution of structural glazing, stress and deflection, testing methods, options for support structures, and new developments in specialty structural glazing.
LU hours: 1.5

Designing Interfaces for Glass and Metal Curtain Wall Systems
United States Aluminum
Provides an overview of how to design interfaces for glass and metal curtain wall systems, including a discussion of curtain wall system components, related terminology, design principles, case studies, and specifications.
LU hours: 1 

Learn and Earn in Grand Rapids October 9
In conjunction with the AIA Grand Valley chapter and Glass Expo Midwest, the Architects’ Guide to Glass & Metal is presenting a day-long architect’s educational program at the Grand Amway Hotel in Grand Rapids on October 9.

And you’re invited.

Hear presentations from experts on the latest in glass technology including hurricane and fire-rated glass. Earn AIA credits while you get up-to-date information on the latest products and techniques in the architectural glass and metal industry.

Call 540/720-5584 today or visit www.glassguides.com/architectsed.php for complete details.

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