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2024's Record Heat: Driving Innovation in Window Technology

The summer of 2024 was the fourth-hottest summer on record for the contiguous United States, with an average temperature of 73.8 degrees Fahrenheit, which is 2.5 degrees above normal. The states of Arizona, California, Florida, Maine, and New Hampshire experienced the warmest summer in their recorded histories this year. Globally, it was the hottest summer since global records started 1880, and the months of June, July, and August 2024 were about 0.2°F (0.1°C) hotter than any other time in NASA's recorded history.

The Future Is Here

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

By Laurie Cowin | October 08, 2024

Building for the Future: Part II

AI can offer a lot to the glass and fenestration industries. It can streamline efficiency by doing everything from calculating the best deliver route to freeing employee time for higher-skilled tasks.

By Chris Kammer | October 07, 2024

Discover New Growth Opportunities at GlassBuild 2024 in Dallas

You only have 2.5 days to accomplish everything at GlassBuild 2024. Be strategic about the companies, seminars, and people you network with. Also, take chances and try new companies or suppliers by planning your route and making appointments ahead of schedule!

By Chris Kammer | September 16, 2024

The Musings of a Fenestration Industry Worker and New Mother: An Update

“Well, I slept in a crib last night,” I responded to the inquiry of how everyone was doing at the start of our meeting. My husband and I have never done the co-sleeping thing with our baby, but there are times when I am just too tired to rock my daughter in the nursery chair, and instead opt to crawl my way over the railing into her crib for a nighttime cuddle session. 

Never Alone: Suicide Prevention

Everyone has a role to play in suicide prevention

A Look at Luxury

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

By Laurie Cowin | August 23, 2024

Building for the Future

The AI revolution is at our doorstep. This two-part series will look at what AI can do for your manufacturing business.

By Chris Kammer | August 16, 2024

Let’s Destigmatize Mental Health

Construction and manufacturing have solid plans for physical health and safety. Now it’s time to get serious about mental health.

By Laurie Cowin | August 13, 2024

Turning Conversation into Action: Mental Health in Construction

In the construction industry, mental health is often stigmatized and overlooked. Procore hosted a webinar that emphasized the importance of creating a safe and supportive workplace culture that prioritizes mental health and well-being. Moderated by Procore's Director of Industry Transformation, Sasha Reed, the panelists consisted of Fred Mills, founder, The B1M, Brian Murray, CEO, Ryan Companies and Alison Mirams, former CEO, Roberts Co.

By Rachel Vitello | August 09, 2024