Client news: Kolbe announces retractable screens now available for crank out casements and awnings

“…crank-out windows’ screens can tuck out of the way when they’re not in use to provide unobstructed views. When the screens are needed, they simply pull down to accommodate fresh air and natural ventilation without inviting pests.”

Client news: Wausau provides historically styled, blast-mitigating, hurricane-resistant window system for renovation of modernist federal buildings in Puerto Rico

Helping protect federal government offices and occupants in Puerto Rico, while preserving the Modern aesthetic, Wausau Window and Wall Systems provided high-performance systems for the Federico Degetau Federal Building and the Clemente Ruiz Nazario U.S. Courthouse.

Association news: AAMA releases test method for operating forces of CW and AW class windows, sliding and terrace doors

“Design teams can help ensure that fresh air and a connection with the outdoors are made accessible to people with physical disabilities, by specifying windows capable of meeting operating force and motion requirements of ICC/ANSI A117.1.”

Client news: Kolbe introduces Ultra tilt-turn window, brings European functionality to the U.S.

“These versatile tilt-turn windows combine American flush-to-frame design with European functionality.”

Association news: AAMA launches blogs; provides information on the industry, membership and social media

“Trade Secrets,” written by Rich Walker, AAMA’s president and CEO; “Member Edge,” written by Janice Yglesias, AAMA’s association services director; and “Socially Speaking,” written by Sam Sinkhorn, AAMA’s communications coordinator

Client news: Jack Spelman joins Wausau as architectural sales representative serves eastern Pennsylvania, southern New Jersey, northern Delaware

Drawing from more than 30 years of industry experience, he works closely with the building owners, architects, general contractors and glazing contractors in the region.