WDDA Lobbying to Delay Lead Paint Rules

jswanson — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 11:44:07 -0500

Joining other industry trade groups, the Window & Door Dealers Alliance is lobbying Congress and federal regulators to delay implementation of the new Environmental Protection Agency lead paint rules, as well as preserve the "opt-out" provisions in the original rules.

ATI Adds Houston Office

jswanson — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 11:36:50 -0500

Architectural Testing Inc. has opened a new Houston office to serve as home base for a mobile field testing unit, as well as forensic investigation services to the Greater Houston and South Texas/Louisiana area. The new facility also provides a convenient local platform for plant inspection services for area manufacturers participating in ATI’s certification programs, officials note.

Serious Replacing Glass in Empire State Building Windows

jswanson — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 10:57:00 -0500

Serious Materials plans to retrofit glass in more than 6,500 windows in the Empire State Building as part of a project expected to reduce energy costs by more than $400,000 per year in the New York City landmark. A 5,000-square-foot processing space is being built on-site at the building with glass to be removed from existing windows, re-used to make super insulating units and reinstalled during evening hours to avoid any disruption to building tenants, the company explains.

Premier Investing to Expand Capabilities

jswanson — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 09:17:52 -0500

Premier Industrial, makers of Xtrabond sealants, XtraFlash flashing and XtraFoam, reports it recently made some significant equipment acquisitions to enhance its material flow and flexibility. The company added three high-speed cartridge fillers and two 75-gallon mixers to add to its capacity for 2010, says Derek Miller, president.

The supplier enjoyed high double digit growth in 2009, adding more than 20 new jobs at its plants in North Canton, Ohio, and Phoenix, Ariz. Miller notes that the company has expanded its business steadily over the past four years despite the recession.

Sage Receives DOE Funding to Expand Operations

jswanson — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 08:53:19 -0500

Sage Electrochromics Inc. plans to build a high-volume manufacturing operation for its electronically tintable glass at its headquarters in Fairibault, Minn., thanks in part to more than $100 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Energy. DOE announced a conditional commitment for a $72 million loan guarantee last week, following up a $31 million Advanced Energy Manufacturing Tax Credit awarded to Sage earlier in the year.

Tourek to Lead Tropical Forest Foundation

jswanson — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 11:10:16 -0500

The Tropical Forest Foundation has named Steve Tourek, senior vice president and general counsel for Marvin Windows & Doors, as the new president of its board of directors. The foundation works with conservation groups, government agencies and companies that manufacture wood products to promote training, outreach and research pertaining to sustainable forest management in tropical regions around the world.

Obama Unveils Homestar Plan

jswanson — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 15:18:40 -0500

If passed into law, the government will offer rebates for windows and doors under the new Homestar program, officially unveiled by President Obama today. Also known as Cash for Caulkers, the plan designed to help create jobs by encouraging American families to invest in energy-saving home improvements. The president outlined Homestar during a visit to a training facility at Savannah Technical College in Savannah, Ga., where he was joined by a number of insulation manufacturers and efficiency contractors.

Reeb Millwork & King Sash Enter Agreement

jswanson — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 14:33:37 -0500

Reeb Millwork and King Sash & Door have entered into an agreement whereby Reeb will purchase the door assets from King and operate its Mocksville, N.C., facility, according to a report in Connected, the Association of Millwork Distributor's electronic newsletter.

All Weather Named One of Canada's Best Managed Companies

jswanson — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 14:08:28 -0500

For the second year in a row, All Weather Windows has been named one of Canada's 50 Best Managed Companies. The national award program, sponsored by Deloitte, CIBC Commercial Banking, the National Post and the Queen’s School of Business, is designed to recognize business excellence among Canadian-owned companies with revenues of more than $10 million.

Energy Star Honors Industry Partners

jswanson — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 08:44:02 -0500

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy have recognized several window and door manufacturers with Energy Star Partner of the Year and Sustained Excellence awards for their leadership in protecting the environment through energy efficiency. The companies will be honored March 18 at a Washington, D.C., awards ceremony.