Most commercial architectural glazing products installed today are made up of a combination of aluminum extrusions. Devil’s Detail 04 describes the properties of aluminum, differences between anodizing and other coatings, coating concerns related to weather and adjacent materials, and the complex design possibilities available.
Devil’s Detail 04: Aluminum: From Anodizing to Zinc
The AGI Devil’s Details educational series of articles illustrates and describes common glazing challenges as a means to communicate best practices for the design and construction industry, not as a sole source for design guidance. AGI recommends design professionals consult with an AGI contractor regarding specific project challenges.