Despite recent developments in technology and the proposed tightening of U-values and window-to-wall ratios, many designers are still unaware of the benefits of aluminum and what the extrusion process can offer. It has become clear that aluminum extruders can add value to the projects design, and should have a seat at the design table during the DD (design development) phase. The trend toward IPD (Integrated Project Delivery) is bound to grow as the industry grapples with tighter, stricter codes, an increasing demand for sustainable buildings and further developments in capabilities. Much time and money is wasted when architects have to issue RFIs (Request For Information) to determine whether a profile can be extruded or not.
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