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Gains to come in retrofit/remodeling vs. new constructionJanuary 26, 2012
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A look at the International Building Code and International Energy Conservation Code stipulations for fenestration productsJanuary 26, 2012The International Codes published by the International Code Council are the most widely used model codes in the history of U.S. construction codes. In addition to their widespread use throughout the 50 U.S. states, numerous federal agencies―including the National Park Service and the U.S. Department of Defense―have adopted the International Codes. Adoption of the ICC codes is also starting...
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Industry leaders talk market conditions, growth opportunities, and why it might be 2013-14 before a recovery takes holdJanuary 24, 2012
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What changes will we see in the glass industry, post-downturn? How will it differ from the pre-recession industry?January 24, 2012
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January 24, 2012The float perspectiveScott Thomsen, Guardian Flat Glass Group "Our strategy is to continue to increase sales of value-added products and services that provide a competitive advantage. We feel our value-added strategy is working: We’ve been able to maintain and even enhance our float assets in North America since the start of the recession in 2009. We view the key to success in these volatile...
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January 24, 2012The float perspectiveScott Thomsen, Guardian Flat Glass Group "Time has taught us that taking a regional view of supply and demand is the best strategy in the flat glass industry. For example, right now we’re seeing that North America and parts of Europe have greater supply than demand, while other regions like South America, Russia, and India are experiencing strong glass demand. The driving...
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January 24, 2012The float perspectiveScott Thomsen, Guardian Flat Glass Group"Residential construction could begin to see improvements in late 2013 into 2014, but this is a tough prediction to make given the uncertainties in the economy. The northern region will lead the way in multifamily and repair and replacement growth. Government incentives are needed to continue to drive the R&R industry over the next...
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January 23, 2012The float perspectiveScott Thomsen, president, Guardian Flat Glass Group"A fitting description for the activity in the global glass industry today is ‘volatile,’ and we don’t see that leveling off much, at least not in early 2012. On the residential side, monitoring key North American economic indicators such as new housing starts, construction permits, automotive new build rates, and replacement...
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Commercial building and multifamily to grow, as public works and institutional building continue to slideJanuary 23, 2012Following several years of decline, overall construction spending is expected to hold steady, if not improve slightly in 2012, according to forecasters. “In 2012, the top-line numbers are not expected to show much change, but there will be variation within the major construction sectors, with some gains predicted for housing and commercial building, assuming the U.S. economy avoids recession,”...
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January 13, 2012The basics: The Berrien Springs School District's Virtual Learning Academy features a striking, edgy design meant to echo the modern, advanced educational opportunities offered at the facility."We wanted the building's form to portray the modern style of learning that occurs within its walls," said Tony Leininger, president of CARMI Design Group, the project architect, in a release. The resulting...
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Update: Following the announcement of its purchase of Binswanger, Grey Mountain Partners announced it had also acquired Custom Components Co., the Tampa, Fla., manufacturer, fabricator and supplier of aluminum, stainless steel and glass architectural engineered products including interior and exterior railing systems, interior aluminum office fronts, and stile and rail doors. Read more......
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Officials from Solutia Inc. signed a definitive agreement to acquire Southwall Technologies for an aggregate equity purchase price of about $113 million, according to an Oct. 7 Solutia release. The transaction has been approved by the boards of directors of both companies, and the acquisition will be funded by Solutia from existing cash on hand."This acquisition positions Solutia as the world...
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Officials from Viracon named Kelly S. Schuller as president, according to an Oct. 5 company release. Schuller, who served as Viracon senior vice president, sales and marketing since 2010, reports to Joseph F. Puishys, chief executive officer of Apogee Enterprises, parent company of Viracon."Since joining Viracon last year, Kelly has led development of its strategic plan which focuses on the...
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