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Current Issue: November/December 2024

The 2025 Forecast: Top Takeaways

The latest construction forecasts reflect a challenging 2024 for U.S. construction, with reasons for optimism in 2025.

Product | Solution By Erdman Automation

FlexScreen worked with Erdman Automation Corp., the premier automation company in the window and door industry, to design and build an almost fully automated manufacturing line for FlexScreen.

The 2024 Window + Door Award Winners

Industry experts choose the standout residential products of 2024.

The Future Is Here

A visit to the YKK AP Technologies Lab generates excitement about the potential of robotics in construction.

M&A Boom: Fenestration Heats Up

The expectation of lower interest rates as a positive driver of deal activity will accelerate M&A through the remainder of the year.

Guide to the Updated ASTM E1300-24

The standard continues to play a critical role in determining glass thickness and type required to meet specified loads in building design.

A Window Into Higher Ed

Industry companies establish relationships with higher education at the local, national and global levels to advance the industry.

Elevating Efficiency: Solutions for Window Performance

High-altitude locations present unique challenges for maintaining energy efficiency in window systems, requiring advanced argon retention technologies to meet stringent energy codes.

A Look at 2025: Cautious Optimism

The demand for residential prime windows is forecast to see growth of 4 percent and 2 percent in 2024 and 2025 respectively. New construction demand for entry doors is also expected to see growth in those years while the patio door market is…

Crystal Pacific Windows Bring Sunshine to Seniors

Crystal's windows provide daylight and energy savings for new senior homes in California. 

Continuous Improvement, Continuous Investment

Window and door companies should carefully consider warranty terms, performance expectations and the need for equipment or software optimization to protect their continuous improvement goals.

A Look at Luxury

How Stately Doors and Windows entered and continues to grow in the high-end luxury market.

Going all in on in-house Manufacturing

The fenestration industry is taking control and reshaping automation by adopting in-source manufacturing to boost efficiency, grow customization and enhance resiliency.

Optimize Decarbonization through Retrofit

How a focus on existing building stock can meet carbon reduction goals.

The Many Benefits of High-Performance Products

High-performing products yield big benefits for the homeowner, manufacturer and community at large.

Modern Muntins

Muntin grids and divided lites draw from history for modern times.