“…or approved equal.”

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Storefront, curtain wall, entrances, windows and sun control.

From the spec · Section 08 44 13

“Basis of design: 2-1/2 inch captured curtain wall, design pressure 50 psf, or approved equal.”

OrEqual
Your proposed equal
Captured curtain wall, 2-1/2" faceMatch
Design pressure 50 psf (2.39 kPa)Match
Finish and warrantyConfirm
Product page · Specs · CAD · PDFSubmittal ready

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1

Read the spec

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2

Cross-reference every maker

Pick the brand you sell. Every specified system is matched to your equal, with links to the product page, specs, brochure and CAD.

3

Build the submittal

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