Protective glazing systems are engineered assemblies (glass, framing, anchors, sealants) that help hospitals, behavioral health facilities and schools maintain daylight and occupant well-being while resisting hurricanes, forced entry and other threats. Because performance depends on correct installation and coordination, glazing contractors are essential to ensuring these systems deliver on safety, operational continuity and long-term institutional resilience.
As noted previously, for the summer the blog will take a different look. I still hit the news, but with it being slow in that area, having a series of catch-up interviews is a great way to not only fill space but also bring relevant updates to the market from some wonderful and classy people. The first effort is below!
Environmental Product Declarations are becoming essential for fenestration manufacturers seeking to comply with USGBC's LEED v5 Materials and Resources credit, but developing them requires careful planning around scope, product category rules, and manufacturing data. This guide outlines five key steps — from defining scope and selecting a PCR to mapping processes and partnering with an LCA consultant — to help manufacturers navigate their first EPD with confidence.
Fenestration companies should invest in detailed project case studies, not just as marketing tools but as a way to recognize team achievements, build internal morale, and demonstrate technical credibility to external audiences. A compelling case study should cover the challenge, solution, team effort, results, and visuals—transforming technical complexity into a narrative that honors both the people and performance behind the work.
Aging windows in older buildings pose an overlooked health risk because deteriorating paint containing lead can release contaminated dust. Despite this, windows fall outside the kind of time-based inspection and maintenance frameworks that govern other building safety systems, unlike programs such as New York's facade inspection law.
I’ve got a great new episode of the “From the Fabricator” podcast out and ready for your listening pleasure. This time out, two really fascinating and talented people who have found our industry and, for one, I think it’ll be home for a long time, and, for the other, he’s ours forever, thankfully!
As you may have picked up, there’s a lot happening at GlassBuild this fall. One of the areas that has me pretty stoked is that there’ll be a program celebrating family-owned businesses! The family-owned business has been around for more than 100 years and is still going strong, serving as the backbone of our space. Getting folks together to honor it will be amazing.
I’ve got a special new episode of “From the Fabricator” this time out. A solo guest episode with Lakisha Woods, President & CEO of the National Glass Association. Lakisha has been in office for almost a year, and I thought timing-wise, it was the perfect opportunity to catch up with her, see how the year has gone, get her impressions of our space, and find out some of the new stuff coming down the road… and there is a lot!