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  • People
    August 26, 2011
    ApogeeApogee Enterprises Inc., www.apog.com, named Joseph Puishys president and CEO. Puishys, 53, joins the company from Fortune 100 manufacturer Honeywell. He replaces 25-year company veteran Russ Huffer, who is stepping down as CEO and director of the board."Russ Huffer leaves behind a legacy of growth and innovation at Apogee. We thank Russ for his leadership and many years of service,...

  • People
    November 17, 2010
    Doralco Architectural MetalsMatthew JaBaay became president of Doralco Architectural Metals, Alsip, Ill. A member of the Doralco team for more than 13 years, JaBaay will be responsible for leading the company's efforts to gain market share through the innovative development of target markets and competitive pricing structures, according to a release. In addition, he will be responsible for...

  • People
    July 21, 2010
    Sentech Architectural SystemsDon Brown joined specialty structural glass firm Sentech Architectural Systems, Austin, Texas, as principal and will assume responsibility as president and CEO. Brown most recently served as president and CEO for Conservatek Industries Inc., Conroe, Texas, for more than 16 years.Alan Radvinsky also joined the company as project engineer, and will assume responsibility...

  • Help wanted
    High unemployment rate is both a blessing and a curse for employers
    July 19, 2010
    With the unemployment rate at 9.7 percent at press time—and the construction unemployment rate at 20.1 percent, according to the Associated General Contractors of America, Arlington, Va. —glass companies have a large number of candidates to choose from. This can be a blessing and a curse.

  • People, June 2009
    June 1, 2009
    C.R. Laurence Co.Los Angeles-based C.R. Laurence Co. announced four promotions. Tina Olivares became manager of the customer services department. from online support manager. She has been with CRL for 17 years, and has more than 21 years of experience in the glass industry. Yolanda Cabadas became manager of CRL’s online support department from assistant to the online support manager. She...

  • G3: Industry insiders talk glass
    How is the current economic situation an opportunity for your company?
    April 21, 2009
    CommercialBill Trainor, division manager, Trainor Glass Co., Colorado Division, DenverThe current economic climate has created challenges for us as it has for most companies. Our goal has been to find opportunities in this climate. The first step is to stay focused and stay positive, now is the time to strengthen our staff, our customer base, and move into markets we have not pursued in the...

  • People, May 2009
    March 19, 2009
    TechnoformTechnoform, Twinsburg, Ohio, added Raghbir C. “Raj” Goyal as a special consultant to the company’s TGI warm edge IG spacer and Bautec structural insulating strut market divisions. As a special consultant with Technoform, he will serve as a link between the company and North American window and curtain wall manufacturers, legislators and governmental entities, and...

  • Drug screening and testing
    March 6, 2009
    According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, one in six working Americans has a drug problem. The crisis is particularly acute in the construction industry and cuts across all ethnic groups, trades, professions and educational backgrounds, resulting in a total cost of more than $100 billion a year to American businesses.Some of the impact might be masked, but the U.S. Chamber of...

  • Factors to consider when disciplining employees
    March 2, 2009
    Employee disciplining often gives rise to employment litigation. The disciplinary procedure should follow four rules:• The employee must know the nature of the problem.• The employee must know what he or she must do to fix the problem.• The employee must have a reasonable period of time in which to fix the problem.• The employee must understand the consequences of inaction.The...

  • YKK AP recognizes sales achievements
    February 10, 2009
    YKK AP, Austell, Ga., architectural sales representative Kirk Grizzell received the annual President’s Award from the product manufacturer this year for outstanding sales and customer service achievement. The company also presented its Branch of the Year Award to Dallas branch manager Marvin Parker.
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