Speaker Biography: Peter Atherton received a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Penn State University, a Master of Architectural Science from Cornell University and a Ph.D in Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Following several years of hands-on research and development, he has held executive leadership roles at GE’s Global Research Center, HNI Corporation and two successful venture-backed technology companies. In his current role, Dr. Atherton leads the development and technical support of new products for Pittsburgh Corning’s Glass Block business. He is also the leader for Lean at the company’s corporate office in Pittsburgh.

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Offered Presentations:
Dr. Atherton is able to give custom presentations upon request relating to the following topics:

• High Performance Glass Block Systems
• Hurricane Resistance
• Blast Resistance
• Ballistic Resistance
• Fire Resistance
• Solar Heat Gain and Thermal Insulation

High Performance Glass Block Systems – LEED, Safety and Security (AIA Continuing Education)
This presentation discusses how glass block applications can contribute to LEED points and sustainability, and how new blast and hurricane resistant glass block systems are providing high levels of safety and security. Participants will learn what LEED points glass block applications can contribute to as well as sustainability contributions that go beyond LEED. They will also learn about government and military requirements for blast and hurricane resistance, and how recent advances in glass block panels and windows that have enabled high levels of safety and security.