Latest Articles in Fabrication

  • PV you can't see
    Saf-Glas introduces transparent solar glass
    September 15, 2011
    Saf-Glas, www.saf-glas.com, is changing the way the building industry sees—or rather doesn't see—photovoltaics. The company introduced its transparent PV product, EnergyGlass, www.energyglass.com, during the solar seminar at GlassBuild America, Sept. 14."In the solar market, we've had mostly opaque products, or products that let some light through. What we've not had are photovoltaics that you...

  • VIDEO: 3D modeling at Enclos’ Advanced Technology Studio
    May 9, 2011
    Mic Patterson, director of strategic development for Enclos Corp., discusses the studio's use of rapid prototyping equipment to create 3D models at the company's Advanced Technology Studio in Los Angeles.  Visit the Glass Magazine channel to view more new glass industry videos.

  • Magic of microfloat

    May 18, 2010
    Commercial architects are demanding clear, transparent, smooth, distortion-free and environmentally friendly fire-rated glass-ceramic, because it offers more aesthetically appealing protection. The problem: it’s an incredibly difficult and energy-intensive product to make.

  • Challenges of bent IG
    Options for achieving lower U-factors
    May 4, 2010
    Click on the attached PDF to read the article.Editor’s note: This article is part one of a two-part series, first presented as a paper at the Glass Performance Days Conference in Finland in 2009, www.gpd.fi. Part two will explain how to choose the proper IG spacer and sealant, as well as examine production procedures unique to bent IG fabrication. This article has been edited for Glass...

  • Acid etch process provides color uniformity, cost savings
    September 18, 2009
    More and more anodizing companies are switching to an acid etch process from the conventional alkaline etching process. Currently, there are three types of etch used for anodizing aluminum: alkaline etching, mechanical etching and acid etching.

  • UV glass bonding offers niche opportunity for fabricators
    New fixtures and adhesives make the process easier
    July 30, 2009
    The art of glass bonding has hundreds of uses in glass construction and provides fabricators with another niche to help grow their business. By utilizing the latest innovations in adhesives, fixation devices, ultraviolet lamps and hardware, as well as proper training and technical assistance, fabricators can create store displays, showcases and furniture designs without the usual mechanical...

  • Electronic Construction
    Building Information Modeling poised to transform construction industry
    June 2, 2009
    Building Information Modeling software is being adopted rapidly in the architecture and construction management fields and has the potential to transform the entire construction industry, experts say.

  • Basic primer on selecting a fenestration specific manufacturing system
    April 15, 2009
    These challenging times present a great opportunity to step back and re-evaluate your policies and procedures in order to put your company on the forward cusp of the economic rebound, better organized and able to take on more work more efficiently. Bear in mind, the end result is tightly tied to the front end research, so do your homework. The right Enterprise Resource Planning system can...

  • 25 years of proof

    Insulating glass unit analysis bolsters independent, third party certification
    March 26, 2009
    The results are in. A 25-year study of insulating glass units based on long-term analysis of in-the-field building performance indicates that independent, third-party certified insulating glass units tested to the most stringent level of testing perform better than IG units tested to lower levels of testing.

  • What architects want
    March 23, 2009
    Architects, a demanding bunch, push for performance, innovative design and aesthetics. Read about the trends in larger lite sizes, custom curtain wall, green glazing, aluminum panels, steel curtain wall and energy rating education in articles authored by representatives from leading companies in the industry.
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  • The good, the bad, the suspect
    In April 2011, the U.S. International Trade Commission instituted antidumping and countervailing duties on aluminum extrusion products from China, following a Department of Commerce investigation that determined 29 Chinese companies dumped some $500 million worth of extruded aluminum products into the U.S. market last year. According to the DOC, the Chinese exported their aluminum extrusions to...
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    Cost increases have dominated the headlines the last several months, with glass and metal suppliers upping prices in response to rising raw material and operating costs. 
    Price hikesIn letters sent to customers this summer, glass and metal suppliers alike pointed to increasing raw material, fuel and operating costs as the reasons behind the price increases that took effect this June. (Visit GlassMagazine.com to see which suppliers raised prices and by how much.) Several industry representatives say prices have been deflated for years, and the increases were...