BD+C editors present a roundup of the latest technologies and applications in exterior wall systems, from a tapered metal wall installation in Oklahoma to a textured precast concrete solution in North ...

In a general sense, the term “curtain wall” refers to an exterior wall that does not support loads other than its own weight. Curtain walls are therefore nonstructural, and serve solely to protect the ...

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Bong-su] The Korea Institute of Civil Engineering and Building Technology announced on the 30th that it has developed a world-class building exterior wall construction ...

Building a wall is but one of many tasks involved with the construction of a room addition or an extensive remodel. Knowing a few "whys" and "hows" about the assembly can simplify the process and ...

Scientists in China have designed a solar self-insulated composite exterior wall panel, integrating a solar collector panel, PV panel, and insulation board. The proposed experimental setup has ...