Non-COVID-19 News You Might Have Missed
In the previous month, numerous glass and glazing companies announced new hires, launched new product innovations, opened new locations and more—news that might have been overlooked amid the flurry of news and updates regarding COVID-19. This article presents a compilation of non-coronavirus glass and glazing industry news.
A+W Software Hires Operations Coordinator
A+W Software welcomed George Meaden as an operations coordinator. In his new position, Meaden will assist with the management of daily business activities and administrative tasks with particular focus on project tracking, scopes and plans.
WEC To Expand Offerings for Clients In New York State
Officials at Wheaton Sprague will provide further support and improved capabilities for clients working in the State of New York through its new affiliate, Wheaton Engineering & Consulting of NY LLC (WEC). WEC is a New York authorized professional services firm, specializing in building envelope design, engineering and consulting.
Glass for Europe Elects Philippe Bastien New Chairman
During the last General Assembly of Glass for Europe, Philippe Bastien, regional president, building & industrial division of AGC Glass Europe, was elected chairman of the board of directors of Glass for Europe.
The Glass Guru Launches New Location in Tennessee
The Glass Guru added the organization’s newest franchise location in the State of Tennessee. Franchise Owner Brant Lanham completed the company’s initial franchise training.
Quanex Hires Vice President of Human Resources
Quanex Building Products hired Kim Garcia as vice president of human resources. Garcia has over 20 years of experience driving successful employee engagement and retention initiatives, developing and executing talent management strategies, and spearheading leadership development and organizational design programs.
Tru Tech Doors Appoints Skip MacLean Vice President, Canadian Sales
Tru Tech Doors appointed Skip MacLean as vice president – Canadian sales. MacLean recently was awarded the CP Loewen award from Fenestration Canada for his service to our industry. In addition to leading Tru Tech’s sales efforts in Canada, he will assume responsibility for the company’s customer service departments.
Linetec Promotes Jake Kriewald to Mid-Central Sales Manager
Linetec has promoted Jake Kriewald from inside sales lead to outside sales manager for the Mid-Central states of Michigan, Illinois, Indiana and Kentucky. He reports directly to Linetec's vice president of sales and marketing, Jeff A. Fochs Jr., who previously managed the territory.
FHC Appoints Gary Sprague Vice President, Product Design and Development
The Frameless Hardware Co. appointed Gary Sprague to the position of vice president of design and development. “We are incredibly pleased and fortunate to have Gary on board as we continue to solidify our position and chart our path in this marketplace,” says Chris Hanstad, president of FHC.
