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Window and Door Shimming: Code Requirements and Engineering Reality
Window and Door Shimming: Code Requirements and Engineering Reality Improper shimming is a structural installation defect, not a cosmetic issue. It becomes most critical when
The Easiest Way To Get a Site Plan or Floor Plan For Your Project – Using Mysiteplan.com
How To Get A Site Plan For Your Project – The Easy Way (Or A Floor Plan) Engineering Express Trusts MySitePlan.com For Their Clients’ Site
How To Submit A Request For An Engineering Evaluation of Doors and Other Openings For Certification
Determining Pressure Ratings For Doors (or Windows) With Alternate Components Exterior doors exposed to weather are approved to withstand design pressures for a variety of
Understanding the 3 Types of Glazing Supports
See this article for a breakdown of the three most common types of window / door / glazing support mullions in our articles section. Learn
Glass Aspect Ratio Limitations in Florida’s High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ)
When A Glazed Opening Isn’t Exactly Square Often times a glazing product is approved for large missile impact, but requires a field modification for size.
The Ultimate Guide To Creating A Window – Door Retrofit Permit Package In South Florida & Beyond
How To Apply For A Retrofit Window-Door-Garage Door Permit In South Florida & Beyond Dade, Broward & Palm Beach Counties have adopted a unique set
What wind speed should I use for my project?
How To Determine The Design Wind Speed For Your Project To determine the wind speed to use for your project, visit the ASCE Hazard Tool.
Eave Height and Mean Roof Height – Per ASCE 7 – Building Codes
ASCE Mean Roof Height – An Introduction A building’s height plays a large role in calculating the magnitude of wind pressures on a structure. Wind
Door and Hardware Online Glossary
Thanks to our partners at ASSA ABLOY, we’re happy to pass along this helpful glossary of industry lingo. Learn all about the many terms used
Performance Requirements Typically Requested On Project Specifications
For shop drawings requested for structural permit by this office, the following are typical specifications requested. Engineering Express routinely complies with these when providing certified
ASCE 7 WIND EXPOSURE CATEGORIES AND HOW EXPOSURE ‘D’ WORKS
Wind Exposure Category Overview ASCE-7 is the governing referenced standard for design loads on buildings & other structures for building codes throughout the US. ASCE
How To Use Performance Evaluations – TER’s – Calculator Reports Purchased From Engineering Express
READ BELOW BEFORE USING NON SITE-SPECIFIC PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONSFROM ENGINEERING EXPRESS FOR YOUR PROJECT General Information About Non Site-Specific Plans: Certified Performance Evaluations (also referred to
FAQ I need a wind load chart for window – door – garage door installation. What do I do?
Visit This Link on our Plan Store to find wind pressure charts for each of these items. We also have a site-specific calculator
Residential & Commercial Terms & Engineering Design Differences 101
Residential & Commercial Glazing Differences & Common Terms 101 Engineering Express is typically asked what the difference between residential & commercial glazing & how
About Door Product Pressure Ratings and Water Infiltration
Why Door & Window Wind Pressure Ratings Are Not What They Appear Your installation may NOT be rated to the pressure listed on the cover
ASCE 7 Wall Zones 4 & 5 Explained
Understanding Wall Zones 4 & 5 Wind speed converts to wind pressure using a formula with many variables. There are many wind pressures on a
What are The Span Limitations of Large Missile Impact Doors – Windows – Shutters?
Size Limitations For Impact Rated Products A Frequent question is what are the span, height, pressure, and installation limitations for large & small missile impact
ASCE 7 Least Horizontal Dimension – Minimum Building Width
From ASCE 7 (ASCE 7-22,16, 10 & previous standards): The “Least Horizontal Dimension” can be taken as the shortest possible distance that can be
ASCE 7 Main Wind Force vs. Components & Cladding Explained (MWFRS vs. C&C)
ASCE 7 separates wind loading into three types: Main Wind Force Resisting System (MWFRS), Components and Cladding (C&C), and Other Structures and Building Appurtenances. MWFRS
Is a large missile impact window or door automatically approved for small missile impact?
Overview Changes to the 2020 Florida Building Code for Porous Impact Protection Devices Porous Impact Protective Systems: ASTM E1996-12A brought a significant change to Porous
Can you substitute spacers for insulating glass units (IGU)?
The question of whether or not an installer can substitute the spacer that separates the outer from the inner glazing on an insulating glass unit