Latest Articles in Design & Performance

  • January 15, 2013
    COLUMN : Code Arena | Codes & Standards

    Preparing for "the Big One"
    “This is going to be a big one,” the retired fire official from New Jersey said. “This thing is huge, and the states it’s going to hit aren’t used to being hit by this kind of storm.” He pointed to an image of the Hurricane Sandy weather system on his laptop screen, dubbed “Frankenstorm” due to the combination of storms that had spawned it and its... more »
  • January 1, 2013
    COLUMN : From the Field | Operations, Methods & Techniques

    It's All in Perspective
    Successful projects result from careful communication between the salesperson, client and installer. This communication is necessary because, initially, all three have different perspectives. Of course, there is a common goal: a quality product, properly installed, in a reasonable timeframe, at a fair price for all. To reach that goal, all perspectives should be considered, including the... more »
  • January 1, 2013
    FEATURE ARTICLE | Energy Efficiency, Statistics

    Window and Door Companies Will Work Hard for Growth in 2013
    Opportunities exist for those that have prepared for upturn
    The slow, but steady, easing of the economic vise that has gripped the country for more than six years is likely to create some opportunities for window and door companies this year—but only for those who are prepared to act and willing to work hard for growth, industry executives say. “I think it’s going to be a rollercoaster year,” says Lee Shaw, vice president of sales... more »
  • November 27, 2012
    Meetings & Events | Products, Energy Efficiency

    Greenbuild 2012 Snapshots and Video
    Exhibitors debut energy efficient products
    The 2012 Greenbuild International Conference & Expo took place November 14-16 in San Francisco, where nearly 800 exhibitors demonstrated the latest in green products and technology. Below, watch videos, view photos, and read descriptions of window and door products making their debut at the event. Greenbuild visitors examine Andersen Windows' E-Series Eagle window.     ... more »
  • November 12, 2012
    Meetings & Events | Energy Efficiency, Materials & Components, Aesthetics & Style

    Win-Door Snapshots
    Exhibitors make new introductions at Canadian event
    Win-Door North America celebrated its 18th anniversary November 6-8, 2012, at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, where show officials reported an increase in attendance and exhibitors by 15-20 percent. Read an overview of the event here, and view some of the new products on display below.   Novatech Group featured its Element sliding hybrid patio door that combines aluminum, PVC... more »
  • October 23, 2012
    THE TALK... | Codes & Standards, Energy Efficiency

    What Do You Think of Most Efficient?
    The R-5 window may be back as the Environmental Protection Agency has released its draft criteria for Most Efficient designation for windows under the Energy Star windows, doors and skylights program.  In addition to other requirements, including NAFS certification, the newest high-performance criteria sets a minimum U-factor of 0.20 for all regions of the country. Many in the industry have... more »
  • October 15, 2012
    THE TALK... | Energy Efficiency, Segments, Markets & Trends

    How the 25E Performance Tax Credit Can Help the Industry
    It’s no surprise government tax credits for residential energy efficiency upgrades are a boost to the home renovation industry. The recent federal tax credit for windows and doors, where homeowners could claim a portion of their purchase of energy-efficient windows, doors and skylights, coupled with the trend for homeowners to stay put and fix up their current residence due to a lagging... more »
  • October 1, 2012
    Meetings & Events | Products, Materials & Components, Segments

    Canadian Manufacturers to Gather at Win-Door
    More than 150 exhibitors expected at annual Toronto show
    Canadian window and door manufacturers will once gather for Win-Door North America, the annual trade show hosted by Fenestration Canada to be be held at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, November 6-8.  With more than 150 exhibitors signed up, the event will feature a mix of Canadian and U.S. industry suppliers.     Royal's multi-panel folding vinyl door attracted much... more »
  • September 18, 2012
    Meetings & Events | Energy Efficiency, Materials & Components, Methods & Techniques

    GlassBuild America 2012 Snapshots
    A quick look at window and door industry offerings in Las Vegas
    In additon to the following highlights, Window & Door's coverage also includes: A report that gives an overview of the event Live from GlassBuild video highlights In-depth continuing coverage of new introductions in components, equipment, systems and services targeted at the window and door industry All photos by Robb D. Cohen Photography   Vinyl Window & Door... more »
  • September 15, 2012
    Meetings & Events | Materials & Components

    What's on Display in Las Vegas
        Welcome to Window & Door's special online section devoted to residential window and door industry products featured at GlassBuild America 2012 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, September 12-14. Below are links to pages devoted to various  products, components, software and equipment showcased by exhibitors at the Vegas event.  Our coverage also includes... more »