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Count on the Code to Confirm the Correct Color

Color has enormous importance in design. Make sure you're ordering the right color finish, paint, or other material. 

By Tammy Schroeder | October 10, 2022

Sharpen Your Competitive Edge Through Partnership

Success in our industry is about more than a transaction. It’s about more than a simple product or component. It’s about continual collaboration with your vendors to find optimal ways to grow your business.

Equipment, Architects, Vans, Skunks and more

The latest episode of the From the Fabricator podcast is now out and it’s filled with a bunch of firsts. The main ones were first time with 3 guests in one segment and first architect to be interviewed. Fun and interesting stuff.

By Max Perilstein | October 10, 2022

See You at GlassBuild America 2022!

GlassBuild America is approaching again. It's an opportunity to get the latest updates on industry trends, new tech, education, and generally join in a celebration of the glass industry in all its glory.

Catching Up All Over the Globe

Before I get into this week, my thoughts are with everyone in Florida and those that were in the path of Hurricane Ian, including the home of the Daubmann family and their D3/MyArchitecturalGlass business. From what I hear, all is okay there with the plant, though they did have some damage. Obviously if anyone can rise above, it is that family and company. While I was overseas for glasstec, the latest Architectural Billings Index was released.

By Max Perilstein | October 03, 2022

The Ultimate Team Sport

Construction and manufacturing, like team sports, benefit when employees work as a team. Working together towards a goal requires us to understand both our individual and collective perceptions and assumptions.

Everything Fenestration

There’s a lot to look forward to at GlassBuild 2022, Oct. 18-20 in Las Vegas. Here are some of the plans I am excited to see come to fruition.

A Guide to Earning LEED Points: Materials and Resources’ Building Product Disclosure and Optimization

The newest version of LEED includes a Materials and Resources’ Building Product Disclosure and Optimization, which can add two points to a total score. Manufacturers can earn those two points through two different methods: using reporting compliance or providing compliant material ingredient optimization report.

By Mary Avery | September 26, 2022

The Giant glasstec Recap

After 4 years, glasstec was back and it was an interesting experience to say the least. The vibe overall was positive, people hungry for new equipment especially and also new technology/products. 

By Max Perilstein | September 26, 2022

Germany On Tap and Exciting News to Share

Good chance this week to do an international “vibe” check as I’ll be in Germany at glasstec. I'm really curious to see how people are feeling about the industry.  We also take a look at some industry milestones and an exciting opportunity for the glass industry that will be highlighted on HGTV this week. 

By Max Perilstein | September 19, 2022