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Bird Friendly Glazing Using Laminated Glass Tech Talk with Kuraray

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About This Program

As cities expand, they encroach on areas traditionally inhabited by wildlife, which poses unfamiliar obstacles and structures for birds that are difficult to adapt to. This challenge is further amplified by the growing use of glazing in modern architecture. Glass is now a crucial material for both structural and aesthetic purposes, from feature windows in homes to skyscraper curtain walls. In this session, we will explore the technology available that utilizes interlayers for laminated glass to mitigate the threat to birds.

Session Takeaways

  • Comprehend the challenges that modern building design poses for birds.
  • Recognize the potential harm glass poses to birds.
  • Designing bird-friendly solutions using laminated glass.
  • Understand the additional benefits a bird-friendly laminated glass solution provides.

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Learning Units

CSI: 1.0 LU*
*May be submitted for domain specific learning units to CDT recertification, and/or general learning units for CCCA, CCS, and CCPR.

Relevant Practices

Design/Engineering
Specifying/Information Management
Product Selection/Specification

Contributors

  • Alberto Alarcon, CSI

    Alberto Alarcon is an accomplished Architectural Marketing Manager in the Advanced Interlayer Solutions Division of Kuraray, where he oversees the Northeast Coast of the US. With more than 15 years of experience in the industry, he has held commercial and consulting positions in Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, and the US. Alarcon is an expert in helping Architects, Designers, Facade Consultants, and Engineers to enhance the performance of glass in facades, structures, and other applications, with a focus on acoustics, aesthetics, structural, and safety requirements. His expertise includes advanced design of building facade elements, structural glass, sealants, and interlayers. Prior to his current role, he served as Sales Manager at Dow Chemical for the silicone division. Additionally, he is an active member of the Marketing Committee of the Facade Tectonics Institute and contributes significantly to the institute's initiatives.

June 13, 2023
Tue 2:00 PM EDT

Duration 1H 0M

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