Association News: AAMA announces Steve Fronek as Board Chair

Fronek has served as AAMA’s vice chairman and as a member representative for Wausau, part of Apogee Enterprises, Inc. A publicly-held, U.S. corporation, Apogee Enterprises, Inc. (Nasdaq: APOG) also includes glazing contractor Harmon, Inc.; finishing services provider Linetec; architectural products manufacturer Tubelite, Inc.; and glass fabricator Viracon, Inc.

Client News: Kolbe’s universal design products encourage accessible, ease-of-use for all

Kolbe offers a variety of universal design window and door products, as well as specialized locks, handles, cranks and sills. Its Ultra Series casement windows with push-button operation, double hung windows with crank handle and Garden-Aire sliding patio doors with sill ramp were highlighted by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) 50+ Housing Council as part of the International Builders’ Show’s 50+ Lifestyle Central showcase and “Universal Design Power Day.”

Client News: Wausau’s Steve Fronek, Lisa May and Tom Mifflin earn LEED Green Associate Certifications

Wausau Window and Wall Systems’ Steve Fronek, P.E., vice president of technical services; Lisa May, health care market manager; and Tom Mifflin, government market manager, successfully passed the U.S. Green Building Council’s (USGBC’s) Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design® (LEED®) Green Associate Certification.

Association News: PMI’s new name reflects global vision, international outreach

PMI announces the association has changed its name to Plumbing Manufacturers International. For 35 years, PMI was the acronym for the Plumbing Manufacturers Institute. While preserving the reputation and recognition of PMI, the updated name reflects the association’s and its members’ worldwide involvement and outreach. Reflecting this global leadership role, PMI also refreshed its brand identity, website and other marketing communications that will be introduced throughout the year and culminate with its presence at Greenbuild® International Conference and Expo, Oct. 4-7, 2011, in Toronto.

Client News: “Sharing Green” success stories profile environmental choices

Appleton Coated’s “Sharing Green” customer stories reveal the environmental choices of U.S. businesses and organizations, and the long-term benefits gained for all.