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March 4, 2013
In response to the EPA's announcement that it is seeking additional comments on proposed draft Energy Star Version 6.0 criteria for skylights, the Window and Door Manufacturers Association is calling on the agency to address additional concerns the industry has about the skylight criteria, the proposed window and door criteria, and the overall direction of the Energy Star program.
"[The... more »
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March 2, 2013
The American Architectural Manufacturers Association Regulatory Affairs Committee is actively monitoring a host of government codes and regulations on behalf of its members. The following items were reviewed at the association’s 76th Annual Conference in Tucson, March 24-27, 2013. For a full list and more details on the topics below, please contact AAMA.
The RAC report included an... more »
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February 26, 2013
Albat+Wirsam Software GmbH announced it has changed its name to A+W Software GmbH. The name change is part of a new corporate identity for the software provider, which launched a redesigned website at glasstec last year.
“The company name of Albat+Wirsam was well known and highly esteemed but has also always been a lingual stumbling block likely to produce confusion because of wrong... more »
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February 26, 2013
The Environmental Protection Agency is seeking stakeholder comments on the revised skylight criteria for the proposed Version 6.0 Energy Star Specification, according to a Feb. 25 letter. Comments on the revised criteria are due by Friday, March 8, to windows@energystar.gov.
Several stakeholders initially raised concerns during the Draft 1 comment response period regarding changes in test results... more »
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February 26, 2013
AAMA's 76th Annual Conference is still underway in Tucson, AZ, where fenestration industry leaders have gathered to discuss how they can improve their companies and meet challenges in today's economic, political and regulatory climate.
Keynote speaker, Robert Tucker, author of "Innovation is Everybody's Business," outlined strategies for being a "3.0" innovator and integrated... more »
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February 26, 2013
Lincoln Windows and Timeline Vinyl Windows announced new sales representation for the Upper Midwest. Mark and Greg Klosner of the Klosner Co, will work in conjunction with Joel Roberts of Resolve Marketing to cover dealers in North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa and Outstate Minnesota. In addition they will offer AIA Continuing Education credits, dealer training and support through regional... more »
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February 26, 2013
Marvin Windows and Doors received a 2013 Community Impact Award from Minnesota Business magazine. The company was selected as the winner in the Employment category, honoring companies that have brought major employment to a community in Minnesota—or kept it there.According to a company release, the award recognizes the Marvin family’s efforts over four generations spanning more than a... more »
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February 26, 2013
Milgard Windows & Doors launched several new interactive tools and features on Milgard.com. The digital tools provide visitors a richer, more immersive experience as they research and compare windows and doors, according to a company release.
The site includes a new way for visitors to shop for Milgard products that is centered on the individual consumer. Consumers can navigate, explore and... more »
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February 26, 2013
Officials from NanaWall Systems announced the launch of the NanaWall Residential Builders Program that offers developers and volume builders a tailor-made program to include level product pricing with direct purchase availability, expedited delivery, model home support, and cooperative advertising. By incorporating a NanaWall system as a standard or upgrade amenity in new homes, production... more »
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February 26, 2013
Timeline Vinyl Products recently launched a new website, www.timelinewindows.com, that welcomes visitors with bold new colors and a clean uncluttered design, officials report. The site's new layout is simple to navigate, with convenient drop-down and sidebar menu systems. Redundant navigation paths help users easily find pertinent information from any page. Timeline has included... more »
