Current Issue: May/June 2026
TYPAR® is coming clear
Now you can get the visibility you want with the sticking power you need—while saving lots of time in the process with TYPAR® Clear Acrylic Flashing.
Improving Dark Color Consistency and Thermal Performance in Window Profiles
Demand for darker exterior window profiles continues to grow across residential and commercial construction, increasing pressure on manufacturers to deliver systems that maintain appearance and thermal stability.
Q+A with Cardinal Glass | Clear Advancements, Pushing Boundaries
From carbon capture, smart glass and emerging technologies, Cardinal Glass is redefining what glass can do.
heroal VS Z: High-Performance Zip Screen Sun Protection
The heroal VS Z zip screen system is a flexible, energy-efficient sun protection solution for residential and commercial projects.
Darker Window Profiles Are Raising the Stakes for Thermal and Weathering Performance
Manufacturers can achieve darker profiles than ever before, but validating long-term performance remains a significant challenge.
Product | Solution by Diamon-Fusion International
The FuseCube Express™ by Diamon-Fusion International is a cutting-edge protective glass coating machine that automates the application of DFI’s patented Diamon-Fusion® coating on both sides of glass panels in a single cycle.
2026 Top Manufacturers | Brace, Adapt, Grow
Tariffs, affordability and a sluggish housing market challenge window and door manufacturers. Here’s how the industry is pushing forward anyway.
Industry Standards: Your AI-Era Legal Lifeline
As AI reshapes manufacturing, evolving standards help define and protect liability.
Product | Solution with Intercept Extreme warm edge spacer
Intercept® Extreme™ next-generation warm-edge spacer system.
Darker Profiles Are Increasing Late-Stage Development Risk
Demand for darker window profiles continues across residential and commercial construction. Black and deep-tone systems expand design options, while tightening requirements for color consistency, thermal behavior, weathering performance, and…
Best Practices for Safely Handling Glass
Guidance on glass inspection, lifting and carrying from MyGlassFAB.
What Goes into Innovation in Factories and Product Enhancement
Industry leaders consider how automation can help companies scale efficiently.
Synchronizing the Factory Floor Supports Manufacturer Growth
Smart automation helps manufacturers tackle labor shortages, deliver more reliably, and strengthen customer relationships.
Energy Star Is Alive, but Its Future Remains Unclear
Saved from elimination by industry pushback, the certification program’s incentives will sunset this year.
Housing Affordability’s Impact
Low consumer confidence and a dearth of moderately priced homes contribute to the continued homeownership crisis.
A Fantastical Crystal House
Pulp Studio worked on a unique private residence named F-House. The 7,300-square-foot home sits along the edge of Lake Washington in Kirkland, Washington, and the structure comprises uniquely cut glass.
The Good, Better, Best Approach for Manufacturers
Increasingly stringent energy codes include thermal performance, comfort, durability and long-term value. Residential window and door manufacturers must navigate a wide range of performance requirements across climate zones.…
