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Is There a Market Beyond Energy Star?

Triple-glazing and R-5 products aren’t for everyone, but some manufacturers see opportunities with these products
New Energy Star criteria are likely to improve window energy efficiency numbers across the board, but numerous manufacturers offer triple-pane and R-5 type windows exceeding those expected levels already. Most see a growing market for such products too, with much of the demand is driven by dealers. Manufacturers like Ply Gem report that more dealers are opting for higher-... more »
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Industry Prepares for New Energy Star Criteria

Biggest challenge for most manufacturers likely to be new U-factor requirements
The fenestration industry is facing significant changes that will likely increase thermal performance standards by 30 percent to 40 percent within the next few years. Higher performance levels are demanded by the International Energy Conservation Code and the ICC 700 National Green Building Standard, and soon the Energy Star Windows, Doors & Skylight program. The Environmental Protection...
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Millwork Products Opening NC Facility

Kentucky-based Millwork Products LLC is expanding its operations to North Carolina, opening Jenkins Millwork LLC as a wholly-owned subsidiary. The new operation has leased production facilities in Wilkesboro, N.C., with more than 48,000 square feet, and hopes to have more than 50 production, sales and office employees as the expansion proceeds. Most of those workers will come from a Jeld-Wen...
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Sage to Become Saint-Gobain Subsidiary

A strategic partner with Sage Electrochromics Inc. since 2010, Saint-Gobain is acquiring all the outstanding shares of the company. The deal will help Sage expand into international markets, develop new products and complete construction of the company’s new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Faribault, Minn., executives report. “Through this action, Saint-Gobain underscores...
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AAMA/WDMA Release New Market Study

Demand for prime windows continued to remain slow in 2011, following housing activity in general, according to a new study jointly released by the American Architectural Manufacturers Association and the Window and Door Manufacturers Association. The updated 2011/2012 Study of the U.S. Market for Windows, Doors and Skylights provides historic data for product sales in both residential and...

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Energy Xtreme

Offered through an exclusive dealer program, the Energy Xtreme window features a foam-filled sash and frame, composite-reinforced meeting rail and energy-efficient Duralite spacer system. From Vista Window Co., the program also offers three levels... more >>

THE TALK...

Are You Working with Architects?

John G. Swanson

Many window and door manufacturers, as well as suppliers of glass and other components, will be in Washington, D.C., this week exhibiting at the AIA 2012 Expo. It promises to be an interesting showcase of new products and ... more »