Client news: Tubelite introduces curtainwall with fiberglass pressure plate

“The fiberglass pressure plates are applied from the exterior making them ideal for the lower levels of high-rise buildings and buildings with fewer than six stories. The high thermal performance makes them well-suited for cold climates and high-humidity environments.”

Client news: Wausau introduces INvent Retro windows responding to growing renovation market

As the most recent addition to the INvent Series, Retro windows feature a narrow, beveled exterior face that replicate the look of classic steel and wood windows, while offering modern, high performance.

Association news: AAMA and WDMA Release Fenestration Market Studies that Predict Industry Trends

According to the study’s data, the demand for prime windows continues to remain slow in 2011, following housing activity in general, after falling from peak volumes in 2006. The demand for windows in new housing decreased by 2 percent in 2011 though remains slightly ahead of 2009 levels.

Client news: Linetec exclusively offers eco-friendly copper anodize

Linetec showcases its proprietary copper anodize finishing to architectural market-leaders at the 2012 AIA National Design Exposition.

Client news: Kolbe’s AIA booth features traditional and contemporary, versatile and expansive windows and doors

The display also will highlight energy-efficient and environmentally responsible choices, customizable options and innovative tools to visualize design possibilities for both new construction and historic renovation.

Association news: AAMA Revises Field Testing Requirements for Newly Installed Fenestration Products

This updated specification establishes the requirements for field test specimens, apparatus, sampling, test procedures and test reports to be used in verifying the air infiltration resistance performance and water penetration resistance performance of newly installed fenestration products.

Client news: Wausau HRX curtainwall delivers floor-to-ceiling views, high performance for several building types

Wausau Window and Wall Systems 6250i-HRX curtainwall and window wall system is designed specifically for the floor-to-floor spans and loads of mid-rise and high-rise construction including university residence halls, office buildings, hotels and condominiums.

Association news: AAMA publishes care and handling manual for aluminum products

provides recommendations for proper care and handling to ensure that aluminum products go through the entire manufacturing, finishing, fabrication, delivery and installation phases without incurring damage that could affect performance or appearance

Association news: AAMA’s Fiberglass Material Council launches new Web page

The Fiberglass Material Council (FMC) of the American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) launched a new web page, developed by the FMC Marketing Committee, featuring new content and an updated page layout, as well as the addition of relevant information of interest to the fiberglass community and the fenestration industry as a whole. “The FMC Marketing […]

Client news: Wausau offers Blast Hazard Mitigation Series windows and curtainwall systems

Wausau Window and Wall Systems(R) Blast Hazard Mitigation (BHM) Series combines blast mitigation, energy performance and recycled content to meet government buildings’ high-security and green goals.