Virtual Event
Top Glass Online
July 7, 2020 at 10:00am ET

Speakers: Louis Fortin, Claudio Bardetti

Louis Fortin

As codes and standards at every level of jurisdiction tighten, it is more important than ever to understand the present state of play in energy efficiency and where it is likely to go in the future. Every day, Louis Fortin helps building engineers and glazing contractors hit the numbers they need when testing high performance facade designs. He’s seen it all and brings his knowledge and insight to you in this presentation.

Louis Fortin is an engineer and senior consultant in the field of the building envelope. Working for the past 35 years in the field of curtain walls and fenestration on the manufacturing or consulting side, Louis is a Project Director at UL based in Quebec. His main areas of expertise are consulting, commissioning and investigating performance problems relating to curtain walls, windows and glazing.

Claudio Bardetti, P.T., Technical Manager, Consulting and Commissioning UL

After completing his studies in architectural technology, Claudio worked for several years as a coordinator and assistant superintendent on various institutional, commercial and residential projects, before embarking on a long career as an envelope designer with architectural firms, most of which have accomplished large-scale projects. This has allowed him to gain solid and highly technical experience on the different envelope systems that are currently used in the industry.

With more than thirty years of experience, Claudio, as technical director, brings to the consulting and commissioning team a vast and diversified baggage. His knowledge of good practices and different construction techniques make him a valuable resource person in the most complex projects. His diligent review of construction documents and assistance to professionals is his greatest strength.