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: April 1, Great White Fail Whale, presented by Minnesota Do-Gooders Club

Panelists include:
* Chris Oien, web communications associate at the Minnesota Council on Foundations
* Kate O’Reilly, founder and CEO of CleverKate
* Cary Walski, technology education and outreach coordinator with MAP for Nonprofits, and web developer and owner of SocialGood.us
* Laura Zabel, executive director of Springboard for the Arts

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.

Association news: AAMA launches Facebook page for Scholarship and Partner Program

“The page will also provide another avenue for AAMA to stay connected with our members, as well as prospective applicants and previous years’ award winners. AAMA members are encouraged to like our Facebook page and share our information on their companies’ social media channels so that even more applicants take advantage of this opportunity to build the future of our industry.”

Client news: Scott Dooley joins Tubelite as client development manager for Florida Panhandle and Alabama

His career in the glass industry spans more than 20 years, half of which has been focused in the Southeast region.

Association News: Lights, Smartphone, Action!, presented March 25 by Minnesota Do-Gooders Club

Panelists include: Chris Hudson, editor of Architecture Minnesota; Brant Miller, company member of Four Humors Theater; Chuck Olsen, CEO of VidTiger; Bill Stiteler, creative director of Studio Meddling.

Client News: John Wiemer serves Arkansas and Oklahoma as Tubelite client development manager

Located in Hot Springs Village, Ark., Wiemer brings more than 30 years of industry experience to his new role at Tubelite.

Association News: AAMA releases updated standard for residential retrofit window installation

AAMA 2410-13 covers the installation of retrofit windows in detached one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses not more than three stories above-grade in height.

Client news: Kolbe introduces new 4500 Series windows and doors for commercial buildings

deally suited for hospitality, multi-family and mixed-use projects, the Kolbe 4500 Series includes fixed and tilt-turn windows, tilt & slide doors and outswing hinged doors. These steel-reinforced uPVC products are designed to meet commercial buildings’ requirements for enhanced energy efficiency, occupant safety, low-maintenance and longevity.