Posted on April 29th, 2013 by heatherwestpr
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.
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Posted on April 23rd, 2013 by heatherwestpr
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.
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Posted on April 19th, 2013 by heatherwestpr
Hall brings nearly 30 years of experience with storefront, curtainwall, windows, and hurricane impact systems.
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Posted on April 17th, 2013 by heatherwestpr
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.
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Posted on April 15th, 2013 by heatherwestpr
“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.”
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Posted on April 15th, 2013 by heatherwestpr
“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.”
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Posted on April 11th, 2013 by heatherwestpr
“Continually investing in industry-leading innovation, Linetec provides our customers’ products with protection that exceeds other conventional finishes.”
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Posted on April 5th, 2013 by heatherwestpr
“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.
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Posted on April 4th, 2013 by heatherwestpr
The outlook for residential window demand continues to be optimistic, with expectations for a 15 percent increase in 2013.
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Posted on March 28th, 2013 by heatherwestpr
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.
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