Site-Ready Window Systems: Alumicor by MGM Cuts Installation Time in Half

Building envelope delays can derail even the most carefully planned project schedules. Architects face mounting pressure to specify systems that arrive ready for installation while maintaining the performance standards modern buildings demand. Traditional window systems often require extensive onsite assembly which slows things down. Weather can further delay installation or leave partially assembled systems exposed to the elements. Meanwhile, quality control is hard to maintain with multiple trades working independently onsite.

For architects committed to delivering projects on time without compromising on thermal performance or aesthetic quality, the building envelope represents a critical decision point where specification choices directly impact project success. Alumicor by MGM has engineered their window systems to help architects and designers reduce these challenges with factory assembly that eliminates onsite variables. 

Pre-Glazed Construction that Arrives Ready to Install

Alumicor by MGM’s approach centers on pre-glazed construction where each unit arrives fully prepared for installation. By completing glazing, sealing, and assembly in a controlled factory environment, their team ensures consistent quality control that onsite conditions can never replicate.

This manufacturing methodology delivers measurable advantages:

• 50% faster installation compared to traditional curtainwall systems, translating to accelerated project completion and reduced labor costs
• Interior installation capability means contractors can work from inside the building envelope, eliminating weather-related delays and improving worker safety
• Factory quality control ensures every seal, gasket, and thermal break meets specifications before units leave the facility

For architects, this represents a specification that protects both project timelines and performance standards.

Window Wall Innovation With Thermal Excellence

The 950 SG Window Wall system demonstrates Alumicor by MGM's commitment to combining installation efficiency with superior energy performance. At its core lies the Dual Strut ultra-thermal barrier, engineered specifically to meet stringent energy codes while maintaining structural integrity. This innovative thermal break system delivers code compliance without compromising on the sleek, modern aesthetic that contemporary architecture demands.

Key features that set the 950 SG apart:

• Dual Strut ultra-thermal barrier provides superior energy performance engineered specifically for Atlantic Canada's demanding climate conditions
• Single-piece anti-buckling clip system simplifies installation while ensuring long-term structural stability
• Flexible glazing options accommodate both single and double panel configurations, giving architects flexibility in balancing thermal performance with project budgets

The result is a window wall that maximizes natural light and views while meeting or exceeding regional energy requirements.

High-Performance Punched Window Solutions

For punched opening applications, Alumicor by MGM's RainBlade 2900 Series represents the evolution of rainscreen technology. The flush-front design integrates seamlessly with modern façade systems while delivering exceptional weather resistance through its high-performance polyamide strut thermal break. The interior prime-seal gasket system creates a superior barrier against air and water infiltration, critical for buildings in challenging weather environments.

Performance features backed by rigorous testing:

• Factory testing exceeds AAMA standards for every unit before leaving the facility, providing architects with documented performance data for specification requirements
• High-performance polyamide strut thermal break combined with interior prime-seal gasket system ensures superior thermal efficiency and weather resistance
• Adaptable glazing compatibility allows designers to specify performance characteristics tailored to each elevation's exposure conditions

Clean profiles and seamless transitions maintain architectural intent while the factory-assembled construction guarantees consistent execution across the entire project.

Sustainable Design through Manufacturing Intelligence

Alumicor by MGM is a leader in sustainable building envelope solutions, and has strategic alignment with the U.S. Green Building Council and LEED program requirements. Their commitment to sustainable buildings extends beyond product specifications to encompass manufacturing processes that minimize waste and energy consumption. By preplanning systems at the architectural stage, Alumicor by MGM reduces raw material requirements and eliminates excess onsite assembly work. This upstream coordination ensures that only precisely engineered components arrive at the jobsite, dramatically reducing construction waste. For architects pursuing LEED certification or other sustainability benchmarks, their comprehensive approach to sustainable design provides documentation and support throughout the specification and construction process.

Access Alumicor by MGM's Product Line in Material Hub

Acelab’s Material Hub provides architects with direct access to Alumicor by MGM's comprehensive portfolio of products and information, including detailed specifications, technical data, and installation guidance for the 950 SG Window Wall, RainBlade 2900 Series, and their full range of curtainwall, storefront, and entrance systems. Rather than navigating multiple sources, architects can explore Alumicor by MGM's complete catalog—from fixed windows and window walls to specialty glazing solutions—all in one place. 

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