A curtain wall system is an outer covering of a building in which the outer walls are non-structural, utilized only to keep the weather out and the occupants in. In general, curtain wall systems differ from storefront systems in that they are designed to span multiple floors, taking into consideration of some design requirements such as: thermal...

In most cases, curtain walls are considered as structural elements of a building. Because curtain wall acts as a partition between exterior and interior environment of the building, it has a role in transmission of loads acting for structural stability. And curtain walls are designed to resist environmental loads, such as wind, rain, thermal but...

A hydroponic greenhouse has the technology and systems necessary for the realization of a culture based on the principles of hydroponics, which can be defined as: irrigation system by which the root crops are balanced nutrient solution dissolved in water with all the chemicals necessary for the growth of plants, which can be grown directly on th...

Curtain wall systems emerged in the 19th century with the development of large glass panels and became more common from the 1930’s when aluminium was made available as a construction material for the first time. They are now closely associated with the modernist movement and in particular, the international style, which became popular in t...

In commercial agricultures, if you would like to make an improvement in your crop production and quality, a careful selection of greenhouse structure, glazing, and climate control system is required. All greenhouses should be designed properly to withstand all possible load factors for safety and proper functionality purposes. In most cases, a m...