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FGIA Releases Updated Document Covering Methods of Test for Multi-bar Hinges in Windows
October 18, 2021
AAMA 904-21, Specification for Multi-Bar Hinges in Window Applications, an FGIA document, is now available for purchase. It was last updated in 2014.
Dodge Momentum Index Recovers in September
October 11, 2021
The Dodge Momentum Index gained 11 percent in September to 164.9 (2000=100) from the revised August reading of 148.0. The Momentum Index, issued by Dodge Construction Network, is a monthly measure of the initial report for nonresidential building projects in planning, which have been shown to lead construction spending for nonresidential buildings by a full year.
Pulp Studio Partners with T.Fin Building Solutions for Midwest Distribution
October 11, 2021
T.Fin Building Solutions, a provider of commercial glazing solutions, partnered with Pulp Studio, Inc. T.Fin will be representing Pulp Studio's entire portfolio of decorative and specialty glass products in Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, Nebraska and South Dakota.
Vitro’s Solarban 67 Glass Adds Sustainability, Views to New Portland Civic Center
October 11, 2021
As Oregon’s first project to pursue LEED certification at the Platinum level, the Meyer Memorial Trust in the heart of Portland’s urban community combines investments in social equity and sustainability through building elements that include a saw-toothed photovoltaic (PV) roof, textured metal cladding and large, inviting windows fabricated with Solarban 67 glass by Vitro Architectural Glass.
Guardian Glass Invests in Expanded Capacity and Energy-Saving Technology for UK Plant
October 8, 2021
Guardian Glass is investing significantly in its Goole, East Yorkshire float glass production plant, based in the U.K. The purpose of the investment is to increase the company’s ability to supply float glass, primarily to the U.K. and Ireland, while also improving the plant’s energy efficiency.
Tubelite Names Daniel Politowicz Logistics Manager
October 8, 2021
Tubelite Inc. welcomed back Daniel Politowicz as its logistics manager serving all of the company's locations and personnel, including direct supervision of the company's shipping assistants.
Vitrum 2021 Opens in Milan
October 5, 2021
Vitrum 2021 kicked off today at Fiera Milano Rho in Milan, Italy. The show, organized by GIMAV, the Association of Italian manufacturers and suppliers of machinery, equipment and special products for glass processing, will host about 120 exhibitors and runs Oct. 5-8.
glasstec introduces Expo for Decarbonized Industries
October 5, 2021
Messe Düsseldorf expanded Energy Storage Europe into an Expo for Decarbonized Industries. The new format will be held from Sept. 20 – 22, 2022 at the fairgrounds in Düsseldorf, Germany, parallel with glasstec, the trade fair for the glass sector, Sept. 20 – 23.
2020 Acquires FeneTech
October 5, 2021
The acquisition expands 2020’s end-to-end solutions into the adjacent market of fenestration and plans to offer extended solutions to new and existing customers for the design, construction and placement of windows and doors.
R.E. Krug Corp. Becomes Buffalo Region’s First to Earn North American Contractor Certification
October 4, 2021
R.E. Krug Corp. of North Tonawanda, New York, achieved North American Contractor Certification (NACC), becoming the first glazing contractor in the Buffalo, New York, Metropolitan Region to earn certification. NACC is the only ANSI-accredited, third-party credential that recognizes architectural glass and metal contractors for competency, business practices, and industry accepted guidelines for quality and safety excellence. By having met NACC requirements, R.E.