Tara Lukasik

The 2025 Forecast: Top Takeaways

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

Q+A with Roto North America | Future-forward Hardware Solutions

How a holistic approach of integrating quality, technology, security and sustainability can help shape the evolving window and door hardware manufacturing industry.

Q+A with Quanex | Advancing Home Security Innovation

The era of high-performance window and door screens for residential safety, security and durability has arrived.

A Weakening Residential Market

Stagnation will not be felt evenly across the industry, with declines in residential, a softening in multifamily development, and a slowing in commercial activity offset by growths in manufacturing and infrastructure, according to Dodge Data & Analytics.

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.

GlassBuild 2024

GlassBuild America: The Glass, Window & Door Expo, will return Sept. 30 – Oct. 2 in its biggest edition yet with 500+ exhibitors. And that big size is appropriate to the new locale: Dallas, Texas. 

Addressing Labor Shortages through Outreach

Labor is the number one pain point for industry companies. In the recent Thirsty Thursday webinar, “Recruitment Resources for Installers,” hosted by the National Glass Association, Jodi Martinez, vice president of AllStar Glass and NGA board member, and Jenni Chase, vice president of…

The Transformative Power of Innovation

The 80th anniversary of the International Builders' Show welcomed over 1,800 exhibitors this year and more than 76,000 professionals. Jumbo pivot doors, daylighting and accessible technology were a few of the key trends.

The 2024 Forecast: Top Takeaways 

Highlights from the latest construction forecasts reflect a U.S. economy that is shadowed by inflation, higher interest rates, labor challenges and geopolitical risk.

Advanced Window Technologies: The Latest on Thin Glass

Interest in thin glass and “skinny triples” is picking up and drawing the attention of commercial builders eager to install energy-efficient products.

Privacy Glass’ Creative Design Opportunities

Offering innovative safety and security solutions, privacy glass helps create a truly connected living space that doesn’t sacrifice style.

Sustainability, in All Its Forms, Emphasized at FGIA Conference

FGIA's Summer Conference included specific conversations about the broad topic of sustainability. Industry leaders directed discussions about new and future regulations, and how companies can meet standards for manufacturing and products. 

FGIA Annual Conference Highlights Industry Trends and Challenges

Conference participants examine new and ongoing innovation, productivity, energy efficiency and sustainability topics in Southern California.