Association news: AAMA requests better tax incentives for energy-efficient fenestration products to alleviate unemployment

Current legislation has reduced the lifetime tax credit to 10% (up to $500) for energy-efficient residential products, purchased and placed in service during 2011.

Association news: Latest North American Fenestration Standard published

The 2011 edition of AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440, NAFS “North American Fenestration Standard/Specification for windows, doors, and skylights” (NAFS-11) has received final approval and is now available.

Client news: Gold Medalist will win tickets to the 2012 Olympic Games in sports-themed, global, creative challenge and poster design competition by Conqueror

This graphic design and typographic poster competition issues a challenge on the theme of sport and on the phrase “It’s not what you win, but how you conquer it.”

Association news: Plumbing Manufacturers International elects board, appoints committee members

PMI elected Stewart Yang, vice president of engineering, faucet design for Kohler Co., Board President for the year 2012

Client news: 5 by 5 Design celebrates 5th anniversary with financial stability, strong client relationships; “Give back” tops the company’s five tips for success

“Believe in karma. What you put out in the world eventually comes back around. Plus, giving back makes you feel good and you might learn something along the way.” – Wendy Ruyle, co-founder of 5 by 5 Design

Client news: Kolbe’s 10-foot-tall TerraSpan doors offer impact resistance in hurricane zones

Kolbe’s Ultra Series TerraSpan® Lift and Slide doors’ 10-foot-tall units have been certified to meet the impact testing criteria for large missile impact Level D, design pressure (DP) 45 rating, and Wind Zone 4 testing standards (IPD4).

Association news: Bill Gorman Named AAMA Honorary Member after 26 Years of Service

AAMA awards Bill Gorman with Honorary Membership status after 26 years of service.