Glass curtain wall is a common exterior wall in modern buildings. It is light-transmitting and beautiful, but in actual use, it may leak, which not only affects the appearance of the building, but also may cause moisture and damage to the indoor environment. Glass exterior wall leakage is one of the common problems in buildings, affecting the appearance and structural safety. Solving the problem of curtain wall glazing leakage requires a series of steps, from identifying the cause of the leakage to implementing repair measures.
We will share some relevant knowledge and methods for curtain wall glazing leakage repair.
1. Locating the leaking point:
There are usually two situations for glass exterior wall leakage, one is obvious leakage, and the other is local seepage, which needs to be detected by other methods.
For obvious leakage, the leaking point can be directly located by visual inspection;
For local seepage, the leaking point can be located by using signs and smells of seepage, or by using professional instruments.
2. Reasons for glass curtain wall leakage:
There are many reasons for glass exterior wall leakage, which may be improper installation process, aging and cracking of glass sealant, deformation of the keel of the glass exterior wall, etc. Before repair, the cause of the leakage needs to be carefully analyzed in order to carry out targeted repairs.
3. Repair methods:
Different repair methods are required for different causes of leakage.
For example, in the case of aging and cracking of glass sealant, the old sealant needs to be removed and refilled with weather-resistant silicone sealant; in the case of deformation of the keel, the keel needs to be readjusted or replaced. When repairing, it is necessary to ensure the quality of the repair materials and the professionalism of the construction process to avoid secondary leakage.
In addition to the above maintenance methods, we can also reduce the possibility of curtain wall glazing leakage by adding canopies, adjusting drainage systems, etc.
In daily use, it is also necessary to regularly clean and maintain the curtain wall glazing to extend its service life. Correct maintenance methods and regular inspections and maintenance can help us avoid the various problems caused by glass curtain wall leakage and ensure the service life of the building and people's living environment. Liaoning E-taifeng Co.,Ltd is a factory specializing in the production of glass curtain walls. It has served more than 500 projects at home and abroad and has rich production and installation experience. If your glass curtain wall needs to be replaced or repaired, we are happy to provide you with services.
