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 29th, 2013 by heatherwestpr
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
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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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Posted on March 26th, 2013 by heatherwestpr
“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.”
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Posted on March 21st, 2013 by heatherwestpr
His career in the glass industry spans more than 20 years, half of which has been focused in the Southeast region.
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Posted on March 18th, 2013 by heatherwestpr
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.
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Posted on March 15th, 2013 by heatherwestpr
Located in Hot Springs Village, Ark., Wiemer brings more than 30 years of industry experience to his new role at Tubelite.
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Posted on March 13th, 2013 by heatherwestpr
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.
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Posted on March 13th, 2013 by heatherwestpr
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.
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