Joining Windows and Doors

Windows and doors must perform many functions at once. In addition to meeting energy efficiency standards and contributing to the aesthetics of a project, these f
enestration products must also meet performance requirements for wind load, air leakage, water resistance, and forced entry. Architects and engineers are responsible for the specification of windows and doors and for the design of rough openings which meet structural load requirements. One important consideration is how two or more window or door units are joined together or mulled, using independent joining materials, before or during installation. Though it sounds simple, design professionals are often confused by joining systems and the role they play in performance. This course will be an introduction to window and door performance, with a special emphasis on joining systems and how they impact overall structural

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