Client News: Wausau offers INvent -HP -XLT Series hurricane impact-resistant operable windows with thermal barrier framing

INvent-HP-XLT Series fixed, awning and project-out casement window units meet the ASTM E 1996 requirements for large “D” missile impact testing for Wind Zones 1-3 and “E” missile impact testing in Wind Zones 3-4 for essential facilities, such as hospitals.

Association News: AAMA releases first North American multipoint locking hardware standard for side-hinged doors; Test methods ensure representation of real-world lock use

Prior to the publication of AAMA 909, the only existing North American standards that were considered to be applicable dealt with single point locking hardware, such as a typical latch and dead bolt.

Client News: Tubelite adds Greg Hall to engineering team in Texas

Hall brings nearly 30 years of experience with storefront, curtainwall, windows, and hurricane impact systems.

Association News: AAMA Western Region to host Spring Summit focused on energy-efficient fenestration

The meeting will feature a panel discussion on energy-efficient fenestration, an economic update from Dr. Esmael Adibi, as well as a tour of the Palo Verde Energy Education Center.

Client News: Mike Kwasny serves Utah and southern Colorado as Tubelite client development manager

“With stricter energy codes, we have a great opportunity with our 300ES curtainwall, Max/Block sun shades, aLuminate light shelves and our other products contributing to thermal performance.”

Client News: Wausau’s INvent Series and zero sightline windows help meet ADA accessibility criteria

“Wausau’s accessible projected windows operate with one hand, and require an operating force of five pounds or less to unlock, open, close and lock without making users need to tightly grasp, pinch or twist their wrists. This helps ensure that fresh air and connection to the outdoors are made accessible to people with physical disabilities.”

Client News: Linetec offers antimicrobial protection for architectural products

“Continually investing in industry-leading innovation, Linetec provides our customers’ products with protection that exceeds other conventional finishes.”

Association News: AAMA encourages education during National Window Safety Week, April 7-13

“As a mother of two kids under the age of four, I understand how hectic home life can be. That’s why I am proud of the work that AAMA and the Window Safety Task Force members are doing to provide education that will keep families safer and aid in the prevention of accidental falls from windows and related injuries,” says Angela Dickson, former chair and current member of the Window Safety Task Force.

Association News: AAMA and WDMA release 2012/2013 industry review and forecast

The outlook for residential window demand continues to be optimistic, with expectations for a 15 percent increase in 2013.

Association news: AAMA releases courses on fenestration components

The American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) released education courses on hardware, weatherstrip and weatherseals, as well as sealants and adhesives used during factory fabrication, as part of the association’s FenestrationMasters® program.