Current Issue: July 2026
Q+A with Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope | Building Forward
Mark Adamson, president and CEO of Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope, a KPS Capital Partners portfolio company, is focused on turning a sprawling enterprise into a cohesive, service-led force—and he’s doing it one customer conversation at a time.
2026 Top 50 Glaziers
A look at where the glass industry's top contractors stand—and where they're headed—in a year defined by uncertainty.
39th Annual Mid-Atlantic Glass Association Trade Expo Welcomes Legacy Exhibitors and New Technology
The long-running Mid-Atlantic Glass Association Glass Expo was back for its 29th edition. The packed show floor included next-gen software solutions for installers, as well as sophisticated security glazing options.
Apprenticeship Helps Glaziers Play the Long Game
Investing time in employees creates loyalty and retention in apprentices, while expanding opportunity for employers and employees alike.
PPE That Works
Even with a common baseline, different facilities interpret and apply OSHA rules unevenly. The result is a gap between theory and practice—and injuries that could have been prevented.
Working Towards a Stronger Workforce
As more students eye the trades, NGA puts the glass industry front and center.
Introduction to Fire-Rated Glazing
Benefits and standards of fire-rated glazing, excerpted from NGA Glass Technical Paper FB76-23 Fire-Rated Glazing 101.
Local-level Regulatory Activity Accelerates
New regulatory landscape offers both “opportunities and threats.”
Demystifying DoD Blast Mitigation
What glazing contractors need to know about prescriptive standards.
Best Practices for Worksite Interactions with ICE
Legal expert provides guidance on interacting with agents.
Lock It Down
A cybersecurity playbook for construction leaders: risks and strategies for mitigation.
Glass Companies Have the Culture to Address Mental Health
The industry is well-positioned to better support employees facing mental health and suicidality.
Evolving Strategies for Managing the Skilled Labor Shortage
Companies should look to efficiency and labor-saving tools to make the most of their workforce.
