The City of Airdrie undertook the Chinook Winds Stations and Fire Headquarters—using the principles of LEED design and construction—and achieved certification as a Silver Shadow project. The design featured large areas of glazing to reduce the use of artificial lighting and passively heat the complex, while creating an aesthetically pleasing and architecturally unique facade. They engaged All Weather Windows COMMERCIAL to ensure the successful completion of the many key glazing systems.
Starting in late 2010, All Weather Windows COMMERCIAL provided the vital project management support for the timely and efficient fabrication and installation of the various commercial aluminium window and door systems.
In keeping with the requirements of the Silver LEED certification, a floor-to-ceiling Kawneer series 1600 system 1 curtainwall floods the stairwell with natural light. The Low E insulating glass, combined with a light bronze tint, reduces the heat buildup during the summer months and increases insulating properties to help retain heat in the winter.
The exterior entrances were designed using Kawneer Insulclad 560 series thermally broken doors. They were installed into 1600 series system 1 curtainwall framing to ensure maximum durability, efficiency and continuity in design.
Supporting the reduced requirements for artificial lighting, series 518 Isoport clerestory windows by Kawneer were employed to provide maximum glass-to-frame ratios. These were installed above the overhead doors to flood the vehicle storage areas with natural lighting.
Integrating multiple forms of building materials and finishes created a unique set of challenges.
Maintaining horizontal sightlines across multiple product lines and construction materials required skilled work by the Calgary All Weather Windows COMMERCIAL team, and was achieved in close coordination with the architect and general contractor.
This curtainwall window required All Weather Windows COMMERCIAL to integrate with and accommodate unique architectural finishes and features, such as the soffit ceiling panels and fascia valance which appears to fit seamlessly into the window.
Completed early in 2012, the City of Airdrie’s Chinook Winds Stations and Fire Headquarters—with its Silver LEED certification—stands apart in the community. The window, door and glazing systems chosen, coupled with the skillful project execution by All Weather Windows COMMERCIAL, was a definitive success.
With hundreds of combined years of commercial glazing industry experience, All Weather Windows has the strategic, design and management expertise to ensure the seamless delivery of commercial glazing projects of any type and scale, all backed by our dedication to unparalleled client satisfaction.
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