Topics cover:
Survey and assessment techniques
Establishing the integrity of cladding systems and components
Case studies of system deterioration and remediation
Serviceability issues
Seismic retrofit
Energy savings attributable to façade upgrades
Re-cladding of existing buildings.
System types addressed include facades comprised of vintagemasonry, limestone, precast concrete panels, thin stone, exposedcast-in-place concrete, aluminum framing, EIFS, and glass and metalwalls.