News: Construction Design & Engineering
Posted: March 15, 2013
American Window Film offers Lunch & Learn course for building and construction professionals to earn AIA Continuing Education credits
According to Peter Davey, president, American Window Film, Inc., a 3M Authorized Prestige Window Film dealer established in 1975, is prepared to present an AIA approved and accredited educational course on window films. Along with a catered lunch, a comprehensive presentation and hands-on demonstrations, this course will provide specific technical information, window film samples and the forms needed to apply for AIA credit.
Course highlights include:
* Window film history
* Types of film
* Film applications
* Understanding solar principles
* UV/fade facts
* Safety and security measures
* Architectural/designer film options
* Demand side management
* Demand analyzer tool
* New technology
* Window film specifications
* LEED credit categories
* Warranty information
* Surface protection
Building and construction industries are rapidly changing in order to keep pace with consumer demands for improved energy efficiency, safety and architectural appeal of the buildings in which they work and reside. An overall understanding of all window films is essential to remain current.
Energy conservation, sustainable design and security have become integral elements of design/build and renovation projects. Given recent demands for energy efficiency and improved building safety, technical knowledge of solar performance, credible testing procedures, and specific strength and tear resistance data is essential. American Window Film offers 3M Window Films that have met energy efficiency and sustainability guidelines, qualify for LEED credits and have been tested and retested for strength and durability.
American Window Film provides sales and installation for a wide variety of high quality window film products for both residential and commercial markets. Serving Mass., Georgia, R.I. and N.H., American Window Film also specializes in national retail and sells and installs window films manufactured by 3M Co. throughout the contiguous U.S.
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