Oct/Nov 2020

A Rollercoaster of a Year

Companies describe some of the best business conditions they’ve ever seen, period. In many cases, they have more than rebounded from unsettling and low times earlier this year. Although there doesn’t appear to be a shortage of work anytime soon, busy production lines paired with a shaky supply…

Components and Certification

The basic quality of a complete window assembly is the foundation of credible third-party certification. The quality of the components—framing extrusions, glass, weatherstripping, sealants, hardware and finishes—ensure a window’s durability beyond this initial performance test.  

Developing a Passive House Line

Insights on developing a high-performance window system.

Vinyl’s Green Journey

As the importance of sustainability continues to grow, fenestration companies that focus on responsible practices win with consumers.

How Video Can Help Launch New Products

How to successfully launch a new building product in the midst of COVID-19.

The Force Majeure Clause, Version 2.0

Contractual force majeure provisions should address the effects of overall uncertainty that exist between a contract’s parties.

Booting Up

Do more with less: How to adopt new software and digital technologies.

Innovation in Crisis

How fenestration companies have protected employees and customers, developed solutions for the industry, and given back to their communities during the pandemic.

9 Things to Know on the Legislative and Regulatory Landscape

During GlassBuild Connect in September, Jeff Inks, vice president, advocacy, and Kevin McKenney, director of government affairs, both with the Window and Door Manufacturers Association, examined key issues facing Washington and the industry as a whole.

NGA Extends GlassBuild Connect Through 2020

Products, webinars and demonstrations to remain available on-demand for the balance of the year.

Macro economic Rebound in Focus

The shape of the macroeconomic rebound is coming into focus as 2020 nears its end, said Connor Lokar, ITR Economics, during the GlassBuild Connect presentation on Sept. 8. Housing remains a bright spot in the overall construction industry, which likely hasn’t experienced the full effects of the…