Stress Distribution along the Structural Sealant Joint Length of a Cylindrically Curved Glazing Panel

Article Information Author: Mihail Istratii, GLF Facades Abstract It has been identified that current standardised method for structural sealant joint dimensioning is applicable to flat rectangular panels only and no provisions are made for panels with curved surfaces. The purpose of this study is to investigate the stress distribution along the sealant joint of a […]

How to Air-Seal Doors with a Spray-Foam Gun

Remodeling contractor Mike Sloggatt demonstrates how to use a professional spray-foam gun to make a patio door (or any door) more energy efficient I’m going to air-seal by spraying foam around the perimeter of this door jamb. I use a foam dispenser gun with a nozzle attachement that threads onto the end and lets me […]

3 questions to ask yourself to build your construction career

Listen to the article 4 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Matt Verderamo is a consultant at Well Built Construction Consulting, a Baltimore-based firm. Opinions are the author’s own. Many employees stunt their own career growth because they believe you must wait for your boss to give you […]