Dow Corning and Silicone Sealants Help Global Architectural Projects Reach Unprecedented Heights
21 Julho 2008 - 9:30AM
PR Newswire (US)
MIDLAND, Mich., July 21 /PRNewswire/ -- Around the globe a race is
on to shape city skylines with ever-taller and more grandiose
buildings. Today, at least 36 occupied buildings tower more than
1,000 feet, a height generally considered "super-tall," and dozens
more are under construction or being planned. Some of the most
iconic super-tall buildings are testaments not only to the
architects and engineers that design and build them, but also to
the versatile silicone sealants used in their construction. (Photo:
http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080721/CLM056 ) "Architects
often specify silicone sealants (
http://www.dowcorning.com/content/construction/commglazpro/ ) for
their projects because they accommodate the integration of a wide
range of materials into their designs and allow for greater overall
design flexibility," said Ricky Neoh, Global Building Projects
Major Market Leader, Dow Corning Corporation. Silicone sealants
perform well under the stress of UV radiation, extreme heat and
cold, and acid rain, as well as natural disasters or even security
threats. Dow Corning construction experts work with architects and
engineers from the early planning phase through the completion of
the building to select products tailored for the type of building
and its environment. Dow Corning's technical support for major
building projects includes the ability to test aspects of the
engineering and design, such as how the building will stand up to
extreme conditions such as gale force winds or drastic temperature
fluctuations. "We deliver state-of-the-art silicone technology as
well as the know-how and expertise to transform an architect's
vision from the drawing board and deliver a project that will stand
the test of time," said Neoh. Currently, a number of iconic
super-tall buildings are being built with Dow Corning silicone
sealants. -- Northeast Asia Trade Tower (Songdo, South Korea) - The
first commercial office building constructed within Songdo
International Business District, the Northeast Asia Trade Tower
(NEATT) is the landmark of this planned city and represents Korea's
entry into the super-tall building era. Started in 2006, the
building features an extensive glass facade that is structurally
bonded with Dow Corning silicone sealants and will provide
inhabitants with views of Songdo's Central Park and the Yellow Sea.
This project was among those discussed at a recent global industry
forum Dow Corning is convening on super-tall buildings in South
Korea. -- Burj Dubai (Dubai, United Arab Emirates) - Already the
tallest man-made structure on the planet, Burj Dubai's unique
design is inspired by Islamic architecture and a native lily plant.
Its glass exterior will measure nearly 900,000 square feet and is
being firmly bonded to the building's frame with Dow Corning
structural glazing sealant. Throughout this project, Dow Corning
has worked closely with its structural engineers to ensure the
building can withstand the region's high winds, one of the biggest
challenges for super-tall buildings. -- One Bryant Park (New York
City, New York) - The first high-rise office building to strive for
a U.S. Green Building Council "platinum" designation, One Bryant
Park uses high ceilings and translucent insulating glass in
floor-to-ceiling windows to maximize daylight and energy efficiency
in the building. Its high-performance glass curtain wall is being
constructed with Dow Corning silicone sealants, which will help the
skyscraper achieve the architect's goal to build one of the most
highly efficient and environmentally friendly buildings in the
world. To learn more about the how structural silicone sealants
from Dow Corning are changing the face of the world's cities,
download "Lasting Innovation: 20 Years of Structural Silicone
Glazing Success." (
http://www.dowcorning.com/content/publishedlit/62-1465-01.pdf )
About Dow Corning Dow Corning ( http://www.dowcorning.com/ )
provides performance-enhancing solutions to serve the diverse needs
of more than 25,000 customers worldwide. A global leader in
silicon-based technology and innovation, offering more than 7,000
products and services, Dow Corning is equally owned by The Dow
Chemical Company and Corning, Incorporated. More than half of Dow
Corning's annual sales are outside the United States.
http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080721/CLM056 DATASOURCE: Dow
Corning Corp. CONTACT: Jarrod Erpelding (U.S.), +1-989-496-1582, or
Karen Heenan-Davies (Europe), +44 1446 723 498, both of Dow Corning
Corp. Web site: http://www.dowcorning.com/
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