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Creating a Better Future Through Retrofitting and Replacing

Replacing and retrofitting window, curtainwall, storefront and entrance systems present our industry with an ongoing, important opportunity to improve the energy efficiency of existing building envelopes while retaining the desired and historic appearance. 

By Tammy Schroeder | September 29, 2024

AI Risk Considerations

Much to the chagrin of a science fiction author existing in the 1950s, artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly becoming an integral component in the modern workplace. It can help revolutionize operations, enhance productivity and foster innovation. 

By Sara Barchak | September 29, 2024

Finally GlassBuild Time!

If you ever followed pro wrestling, “The Rock” (a wrestler before he became a movie star) would come into the ring and exclaim… “FINALLY… The Rock has come back to… (insert city)” and that is what is on my mind right now. FINALLY. FINALLY… GlassBuild is back. FINALLY… we are in Dallas and all of us getting together to learn and network. 

By Max Perilstein | September 29, 2024

Discover New Growth Opportunities at GlassBuild 2024 in Dallas

You only have 2.5 days to accomplish everything at GlassBuild 2024. Be strategic about the companies, seminars, and people you network with. Also, take chances and try new companies or suppliers by planning your route and making appointments ahead of schedule!

By Chris Kammer | September 24, 2024

GlassBuild Pod Preview and More

New Podcast episode for your GlassBuild preview and/or trip in. Because it’s a special occasion, it’s also a massive podcast with four segments. Most people watch and listen in chunks anyway, so I figured for this one, why not go big heading into the biggest show of the year?

By Max Perilstein | September 23, 2024

Demountable Partitions

One common claim associated with demountable partitions is their flexibility, particularly in terms of reconfiguration. Advocates argue that these partitions are ideal for spaces that frequently need to adapt to changing requirements. However, a closer look reveals that this flexibility might not be as practical as it seems. 

By Steven Albert | September 13, 2024

Sales, Operations, Safety

The latest From the Fabricator podcast is out, and once again, I was lucky to have three fabulous people on. This time out, though, we had some clear divisions: sales, then operations, then safety. Kicking it off was the fantastic Diana San Diego of SAFTI First. Very sharp insight into what they do, growth of the fire-rated space and solid sales and marketing approaches. 

By Max Perilstein | September 09, 2024

Get to Know OBE’s New CEO

Mark Adamson brings global leadership and building material experience to the North American glass and metals industry.

By Katy Devlin | September 05, 2024

Building the Next Generation at GlassBuild

GlassBuild 2024 brings labor into the spotlight, with presentations designed to deliver actionable strategies focused on reaching, recruiting and training the next generation of glass industry workers. 

Never Alone: Suicide Prevention

Everyone has a role to play in suicide prevention

By Laurie Cowin | September 04, 2024