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The inaugural event for the Canadian Glass Association provided tangible resources for the industry.
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December 2010
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Welcome to the Glass Canada Buyers Guide for 2011. Whether you’re looking for someone to provide tools, products, machinery or software, you’ll find them here.
In creating this Buyers Guide, our overriding goal was to make sure that every segment of our readership was served. Whether you’re an architect, a glazing contractor, a window manufacturer, a designer or a fabricator, the 2011 edition of the Glass Canada Buyers Guide can help you find what you need, when you need it. It’s information right at your fingertips, whether you’re in the office, in the shop, or at a job site.
Finding out who offers the products and tools you need is a snap. Say you’re looking for gas filling machinery. Simply turn to the “Equipment & Machinery” listings and run your finger down the list until you get to the subcategory for gas filling. You’ll find a comprehensive list of companies involved in gas filling machinery sales and service. Then you can look them up in the “Industry Suppliers” section to find out more about each individual company.
You can also access an online version through www.glasscanadamag.com. All entries are clearly categorized and marked, making it easy to find exactly what you’re looking for.
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Each entry in the “Industry Suppliers” section offers complete contact information, including address, telephone and fax numbers, and company website. Very often there’s a contact name as well, so you’re not stuck on your end of the phone saying, “I want to speak to someone who deals with…”
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I think that alone makes this a great resource for the glass professional. However, the Buyers Guide can do a lot more for you than simply help you find the suppliers you need quickly and easily. There’s also a comprehensive listing of professional associations for every aspect of the Canadian glass industry. If you’re a member of one of these associations, then you already know how valuable they can be. If you’re not, it might be time to reconsider.
Two of our feature articles in this issue focus on association-related events. First up, we have our comprehensive coverage of Win-Door 2010. This is a great event to see what’s new in the world of windows, and it’s largely because the influence of the Canadian Window and Door Manufacturers Association (CWDMA) is as expansive as it is.
The other big association event is our review (and preview) of Glass Connections, the inaugural event for the Canadian Glass Association (CGA). Our coverage of this event is good, but there’s nothing that can compare with actually being there. Luckily, that’s something you still have a chance to do. The CGA has announced that it will hold another Glass Connections event in May 2011. This time the venue will be the Delta Chelsea Hotel in Toronto. You can find more information on this upcoming event on page 7 of this issue, and online at www.canadianglassassociation.com. •
INDUSTRY NEWS Study shows benefit of modelling
Team Jennifer Jones visits Jeld-Wen
Top-ranked Canadian curler Jennifer
Jones and her team visited the manufacturing plant of their sponsor Jeld-Wen Windows and Doors on Nov. 18, 2010. Jones is the current Canadian champion skip and her team has been top ranked in Canada for the past four years. The tour was designed to give Team Jennifer Jones a better understanding of how Jeld-Wen manufactures its windows and doors and to inspire the employees who produce them.
Shown in the photo above are, from left, Dawn Askin (lead), Jill Officer (second), Sante Cigana (Jeld-Wen Canada VP of sales), Jennifer Jones (skip), Lou Valeriati (Jeld-Wen Canada VP operations) and Kaitlyn Lawes (third).
“Sponsorship isn’t just about a logo on a jersey,” says Sante Cigana, vice-president of Jeld-Wen Canada. “Our company is all about outstanding performance. Team Jennifer Jones exemplifies that quality and we’re very excited that the team has taken the initiative to learn more about our company and the products we produce.”
Over 250 staff members were on hand at the Jeld-Wen window and door manufacturing facility in Vaughan, Ont. to welcome team members Jennifer Jones (Skip), Dawn Askin (Lead), Jill Officer (Second) and Kaitlyn Lawes (Third). After the tour, an hour-long meet-and-greet was organized for Jeld-Wen employees, many of whom came with photographs and
news articles for autographs. Jennifer Jones Highlights
• 2010 World Women’s Bronze Medalist
• 2010, 2009 and 2008 Canadian Scotties Tournament of Hearts Champions
• 2009 World Curling Tour Players’ Championship Winner
• 2009, 2008, 2007 and 2006 Top Ranked Canadian Team
• 2008 World Women’s Champions Jeld-Wen Windows and Doors was founded in 1960 as a small millwork plant in Oregon with 15 employees. Today the company has over 150 divisions and more than 20,000 employees worldwide. By bringing the companies of Willmar Windows, United Windows, DF Windows and Millwork Distribution into the family, Jeld-Wen Windows and Doors has extended its corporate culture and philosophy to Canada, and currently employs over 1,200 Canadians. The corporate head office of Jeld-Wen Canada is located in Winnipeg, Man.
In 2003, Jeld-Wen consolidated its 27 different brands under a single product identity. It is now one of the largest manufacturers of windows and doors with locations in 22 countries and more than 20,000 employees worldwide.
For more information on Jeld-Wen Windows and Doors, please visit www. jeld-wen.ca. For more information on Team Jennifer Jones, please visit www. teamjenniferjones.com.
Accordingto a study conducted by the Heschong Mahone Group (HMG), the use of the National Fenestration Rating Council’s (NFRC) Component Modeling Approach (CMA) provided a maximum increase of 11.7 per cent in energy compliance margins compared to default fenestration rating values.
The NFRC’s director of new business programs, John Lewis, says that although this study was confined to California, it strongly implies that similar results can be achieved elsewhere.
“This study definitively shows that implementing CMA can improve accuracy and help provide access to above-code incentive programs,” Lewis said. “These kinds of benefits are something industry professionals are likely to find attractive.”
The 11.7 per cent additional compliance margin was obtained by modelling an office building with 20.8 per cent window-to-floor area ratio. Additional compliance margins were found to be generally associated with buildings using more fenestration. For example, the model of a retail store building with only one per cent windowto-floor ratio showed no additional improvement.
Interested parties can learn more about CMA and the CMA Simulation Study on the NFRC website at www.nfrc.org. You may also contact John Lewis directly at jlewis@nfrc.org.
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Glass Connections to hit Toronto
The Canadian Glass Association (CGA) has announced that its educational and networking event, Glass Connections, will come to Toronto, Ont., on May 3, 2011. The first Glass Connections event took place Sept. 30, 2010, at the Delta Burnaby Hotel & Conference Centre in Vancouver, B.C. For the full story on the Vancouver event, please see page 12 of this issue.
Glass Connections Toronto 2011 will be a one-day session that will present the latest technologies for the glass and metal industry used to improve the productivity of glazing building envelopes. The event is for glaziers, architects, engineers, designers, spec writers, commercial
construction contractors and building owners.
Seminars will cover a wide range of industry specific topics, including photovoltaic technology for the glass industry, heat treatment of glass, insulating glass and manufacturing, training and retaining young glazing apprentices, and building code energy efficiencies.
A number of presenters have already been confirmed. Christopher Barry, director of technical services for Pilkington NA, will present on “Raise Your Window Performance to Meet Tomorrow’s New Levels.” Minimum performance levels in both building codes and consumer expectations have been rising in recent years. Barry’s presentations will showcase a number of ways to help thermal performance and solar control meet those levels.
John Carpenter, president of Clearstream International
Products and Schott Okalux Architectural Glass will inform CGA members on up-to-date glazing techniques that capture and manage solar energy in his presentation, entitled “Harvesting Sunlight – Using Photovoltaics & Advanced Thermal Glazing Units to meet new Federal, Provincial & Municipal GREEN sustainable designs.”
Margaret Webb, executive director of the Insulating Glass Manufacturers Alliance (IGMA) and a regular contributor to Glass Canada will speak on “Durability of Insulating Glass Units.” The double-pane insulating glass unit was first patented by Thomas Stetson in 1865, but it wasn’t commercially available until the 1930s. Issues with seal durability arose then, and the introduction of argon gas fill in the 1980s added another layer of complexity. Webb will discuss current state-of-the-art IGMA seal durability programs.
In addition, the conference will host a Table Top Trade Show to give manufacturers and suppliers the opportunity to showcase their products, services and upcoming technologies. Sponsorship packages are also available.
For more information, please visit www.canadian glassassociation.com.
Great Glazing Projects at CGA website
TheCanadian Glass Association (CGA) would like to showcase your company’s work. The CGA regularly features glazing projects by association members on its website.The showcase for each project comes complete with photographs and detailed information about the glass and glazing materials specified.To see the CGA’s most recent showcase, please visit www. canadianglassassociation.com/ showcase.shtml.The project being showcased at time of publication is the Durham Consolidated Courthouse located in Oshawa, Ont.The glazing contractor for the project was Verval Ltée. of Gatineau, Que.
If you’re a CGA member, then you can take advantage of this opportunity to promote your company and your workforce for a job well done by showcasing some of your work. Interested parties can fill out the form found at www. canadianglassassociation.com, and submit it to the CGA, along with some high-resolution images and it will be posted on the website.
Leonard Pianalto of Read Jones Christoffersen was the conference chair for the first Glass Connections event in Vancouver. Photo by Rich Porayko.
Sara Sjöberg named manager of quality for Kawneer North America
Kawneer has appointed Sara Sjöberg manager of quality for Kawneer North America. Sjöberg brings to the position 15 years of experience in quality management from various fields.
In her new position, Sjöberg is responsible for providing leadership and co-ordinating strategic quality initiatives across Kawneer’s manufacturing locations and service centres throughout the United States and Canada
She collaborates with the commercial, manufacturing and support teams to ensure quality products are delivered on time and according to specification.
In 2008 as Alcoa’s global sourcing manager, Sjöberg’s efforts were recognized with an Alcoa Excellence and Innovation award for implementing a Metal Service Center strategy that helped increase company savings. Her other accomplishments at Alcoa include procurement negotiations that achieved positive improvement working capital.
Sjöberg is a member of the American Society for Quality, where she is also certified as a Quality Manager, Quality Engineer, Quality Auditor and Quality Technician. She received a bachelor of arts in economics and Spanish from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. In her new role, Sjöberg will be based out of Kawneer’s Norcross, Ga., headquarters.
In memoriam: Dennis Strassburger
It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Dennis Strassburger on Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2010, at the age of 61.
Born in Kitchener, Ont., Dennis was a devoted husband to his beloved wife Anne of 41 years and a hero to his children, Dana Strassburger and his partner David Hoyles, and Brad Strassburger and his wife Jill. Dennis was predeceased by his parents Morgan and Estella Strassburger and will be missed by his father- and mother-in-law Patrick and Kathleen Dolan. Dear brother of Marjorie Thompson, Morgan Strassburger (Grace), Albert Strassburger (Nancy), Audrey Arnold, Barb Main (Dave), Eleanor Herkert (Dieter), Ruby Kurt (Larry Schmuck), Clifford Strassburger (Kathy), Karon Strassburger (Loraine Burley), Robert Strassburger (Jan), and Deborah Sperling (Tom) as well as many nieces and nephews.
Dennis was predeceased by his brothers-in-law Doug Kurt and Wayne Thompson.
Dennis and his brothers Morgan Jr., Albert, Clifford and Robert worked side by side with their father Morgan Sr. in the operation of Strassburger Insulation. For the last several years Dennis and Bob have been co-owners of Strassburger Windows and Doors. Dennis was very proud of his accomplishments with the business, his family and his community involvement.
There was nothing more important to Dennis than his family and their happiness. He was always able to bring a smile to anyone’s face with his wonderful sense of humour and positive outlook on life.
The family of Dennis Strassburger received relatives and friends at the Henry Walser Funeral Home. Parish prayers were held, And there was a procession to St. Anthony Daniel R.C. Church, 29 Midland Dr., Kitchener took place for the Funeral Mass.
A reception was held in the Parish Life Centre immediately following the Funeral Mass.
As expressions of sympathy, donations to Lutherwood would be appreciated by the family. Cards are available at the Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507 Frederick St., Kitchener, 519-749-8467.
Please visit www.henrywalser.com for Dennis Strassburger memorial.
COMING EVENTS
Jan. 11, 2011
NFRC ACE Presentation
Executive Inn
Coquitlam, BC
Jan. 12 – 15, 2011
International Builder’s Show Las Vegas Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV
Jan. 17 – 22, 2011
BAU 2011
New Munich Trade Fair Centre
Munich, Germany
Feb. 8, 2011
GCABC Insurance Liabilities Seminar
Executive Inn
Coquitlam, BC
Feb. 15, 2011
National Glass Expo 2011
Rosen Shingle Creek
Orlando, FL
Feb. 20, 2011
AAMA 74th Annual Conference
Loews Coronado Bay Hotel San Diego, CA
March 7, 2011
CSC No Frills Trade Show
Metro Toronto Convention Centre
Toronto, ON
March 15, 2011
GLASSEX 2011
NEC Group National Exhibition Centre
Birmingham, UK
March 17, 2011
Glass Expo Northeast
Hyatt Regency Long Island
Wind Watch Hotel & Golf Club
Long Island, NY
Win-Door in review
by MiKe DAVey
North America’s biggest dedicated fenestration event, Win-Door 2010, officially got underway on Nov. 16 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. The show ran from Nov. 16 to 18.
Although the show floor didn’t open until 5 p.m. on Tuesday, there was still plenty to occupy fenestration professionals, starting with the Canadian Window and Door Manufacturers Association (CWDMA) fall meeting.
Wednesday got underway with a presentation by Jeff Baker, technical consultant for the CWDMA. Baker delivered updates on new code requirements, NAFS testing regulations for doors, and upcoming changes in the building code and NAFS.
Bob Langdon, CPA and author of Managing Your Business for Profit, gave two presentations on Wednesday: “Strategic Planning for Your Business” and “Maximizing Profitability in a Recovering Economy.”
Langdon’s second presentation of the day focused primarily on the importance of forecasting.
A world of fenestration comes to Toronto.
“If you want to be more profitable this year than you were last year, do a forecast,” said Langdon. “You will always be more profitable with a plan than without one. I guarantee that you will make 30 to 40 per cent more profit next year if you do a forecast.”
Wednesday also saw the presentation of several CWDMA awards. Jim Parker Booth Awards
First Prize – Edgetech IG
Second Prize – Trimlite
Small Booth Award – Apricot Coating Systems
Retiring Directors
Scott Targett – Global Windows and Doors
Martin Tremblay – Servitek Fenestration Inc.
CP Loewen Award
Clare Knechtel – KML Millwork
In addition to everything attendees have come to expect from Win-Door, the show has added a new feature this year. The
ABOVE: Kevin Pelley (left), president of the CWDMA and owner of Kohltech Windows, cuts the ribbon officially opening Win-Door 2010. He is assisted in this task by Mike Nolan, president of the EMS Chiefs of Canada, a main sponsor in the Partners Promoting Window and Balcony Safety (PPWBS).
A few of the friendly faces at the IGMA Technical Resource Centre. From left: Jim Krahn (Marvin Windows), Ray Wakefield (Trulite Industries), Denny Raske (Allmetal) and Bill Lingnell (Lingnell Consulting Services / IGMA Technical Consultant).
Insulating Glass Manufacturers Alliance (IGMA) ran the IGMA Technical Resource Centre, which served as a central place to ask the experts about anything and everything related to insulating glass.
The resource centre also featured more than 100 technical and information seminars over the course of WinDoor 2010. The seminars covered a wide range of topics, including design and fabrication, gas filling, thermal stress, high-performance glass, forensic investigative techniques, certification, components, energy performance and new technologies.
Experts such as Bill Lingnell, IGMA’s technical consultant, were available to answer any and all questions regarding insulating glass, such as “Can IGs be repaired in the field?” and “What factors in window design contribute to early IG failure?”
Another popular feature of Win-Door was the New Product Showcase. It serves as a dual online and in-person introduction to numerous new products being exhibited at Win-Door. The online portion is still available for viewing at www. windoorshow.com/new-products.cfm.
Win-Door continued on Thursday, beginning with “The Power Hour – An Economic Preview of the Year Ahead.”
The forecast was delivered by Peter Norman, a well-known urban economist and forecaster. Norman is the general manager of Altus Group Economic Con -
sulting, and he specializes in economic and demographic analysis, construction economics, building products, technology studies, and forecasting services.
The pace of housing starts is expected to moderate further in the fourth quarter of 2010. The expectation is that this will remain relatively flat throughout 2011. According to the forecast, we can expect a slide from 2010 numbers (188,00 total housing starts) in 2011 (172,000 total housing starts projected). However, this still compares favourably with numbers from 2009 (149,081 total housing starts).
Other presentations included “Energy Star – Phase 2 Changes & More,” presented by Steve Hopwood, account manager, fenestration products, for Natural Resources Canada, and “CSA Standards – The New F.I.T. Program” presented by Miles Murphy, product manager, personnel certification, for the Canadian Standards Association (CSA).
Hopwood’s presentation on Energy Star focused on the finalized qualifications
and labelling procedures for Phase 2 of the Energy Star program. Naturally, the main topic of conversation was the new standards for windows, doors, and skylights.
Hopwood outlined a number of significant items relating to the Energy Star program, specifically as they relate to fenestration professionals.
Criteria levels for each of the four zones have been made more stringent. There are also new minimum ER requirements for U-factor path of compliance, in regards to windows.
A number of items are now mandatory, including physical performance testing for windows, sliding glass doors and skylights, insulating glass durability certification for all products, and labelling for all products.
All Energy Star qualified windows, doors and skylights must now be labelled with the Energy Star label, the temporary and permanent labels of the agency that certified the performance
values, and any label or mark required by the agency that certified the durability of the insulating glass unit.
Hopwood also stressed that there a number of things fenestration professionals must remember when labelling. Among other things, these include labelling with zones according to the October 1st specification, include an NRCan Reference Number, Model Code or NFRC Certification Number, and always show the correct zone of qualification. Hopwood also stressed that it was important for window manufacturers to make sure they read the available guidelines.
The new F.I.T. program, developed by the CSA in conjunction with the CWDMA, is designed to define the relevant knowledge, skills and abilities of a fenestration technician, while at the same time testing to make sure those skills are up to scratch.
Win-Door would like to thank the following sponsors for their generous contributions that helped to make Win-Door 2010 a success:
• Livingston International – EMS
• Novatech Group Inc. – Parking
• Richersons Enterprise Limited – Parking
• Royal Group/Thermoplast – Lunches/ beer cups
• Truth Hardware – Badge lanyards/ pillar wraps/EMS
• Trimlite – Registration desk
Win-Door 2011 will take place Nov. 15-17, 2011, at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. •
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LISTEN, LEARN AND MORE
Delegates from across Canada and the United States in Vancouver, and left with tangible benefits
by RiCH PORAyKO
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he content of the Canadian Glass Association’s (CGA) inaugural Glass Connections 2010 conference and trade show was so informative it challenged many seasoned glass professionals in attendance to question what they thought they knew about architectural glass.
CGA Technical Committee member Leonard Pianalto of Read Jones Christoffersen Consulting Engineers chaired the event, which took place at the Grand Villa Hotel & Casino in Metro Vancouver, B.C., on Sept. 30, 2010. CGA president Richard Verdon of RSVP Agency Inc. opened the proceedings and welcomed the 100 delegates by thanking the crowd for its support and participation.
“We have endeavoured to make this a cost-effective and highly focused one-day conference that combines several elements traditionally found on longer programs,” said Verdon. “It is a valuable educational forum designed to maximize your investment in time.”
Glass Connections is a national conference developed by the CGA and it will be rolled out to other regions in the coming years. The next event will be held in May 2011 in Toronto.
“Glass Connections 2010 is more than just an industry event,” said Canadian Glass Association executive director Zana Gordon. “It represents a promise that we made at the beginning of the year to reach out to glass professionals across the country, solidify our status as a national association for glaziers, and provide tangible resources to help the industry.”
The CGA Technical Committee is chaired by Leonard Pianalto and includes Steve Gusterson of Alumicor, Brent Harder of Ferguson Glass and Daniel Morin. “The CGA Technical Committee did an amazing job in selecting interesting topics and wellrespected speakers,” said Gordon.
“The CGA board would like to acknowledge the support of our sponsors, Dow
Glass Connections was a very important event for the CGA, drawing together many board members from across the country.
From left: Richard Neal (director), Richard Verdon (president), Zana Gordon (executive director), Dave Langton (1st vice president), Stephen Hargrove (director), Dave Husson (past president), Dennis Haatvedt (director) and Alan Ryland (director). All photos by Rich Porayko.
States attended the first CGA conference
entire glass industry.
Corning, DSG Custom Glass, Finishing Trades Institute of BC, Alumicor, Garibaldi Glass and Ray-Bar Engineering. The board would also like to thank RBC for their sponsorship and their door prize contribution.”
Gordon continued, “The Canadian Glass Association worked very hard to ensure the first conference was a model to build on to provide the host province with relevant topical discussion to attract attendees while providing value to sponsors and exhibitors.”
Christopher Barry, director of technical services for Pilkington NSG, provided a fascinating presentation entitled “Raise Your Window Performance to Meet Tomorrow’s New Levels,” which focused on glass clarity, colour, reflection, thermal insulation, solar control and passive solar gain.
“Glass is always changing,” said Barry. “There are one billion ways to fill a hole in the wall with a glass product; however, there is only one best way. How do you know which one is best? And when you order it how do you know you’ve received it if the coating is invisible?
“If you want clarity, get a low iron glass. We don’t see glass. We only see what is transmitted through the glass plus what is reflected by the glass. When you are looking through 5 to 20 millimetres of glass you aren’t going to see much colour. If you screenprint white ceramic frit behind 19-millimetre glass, sunlight is going to pass through the glass, pick up a tiny bit of colour, reflect off the white ceramic frit and back through the 19
millimetres, so we are really looking through 38 millimetres of colour. That’s when it is really important not to mix and match suppliers. If you want to get rid of the glass colour altogether, screenprint it solid black, which removes all reflection.”
Optical illusions occur for a reason. It’s not your eye playing tricks on you, it’s your brain, and Barry displayed several vivid examples demonstrating just that. “Colour differences can appear greater or smaller depending on the surrounding colours,” said Barry.
Lesson learned? You must examine glass in the lighting and installation in which it will be seen. “If you put a piece of glass on a white piece of paper under fluorescent lights it will show you exactly what a piece of glass on white paper under fluorescent lights looks like,” said Barry.
Other key takeaways from Christopher Barry’s presentation:
• Krypton is a better performing gas than argon, although it is much more expensive.
• Every window should be double glazed with low-e. A high-performance coating always makes an IG better. “Two equal three when you use low-e.” (A standard doubleglazed unit with one low-e coating on the third surface is as effective as a triple-glazed unit with no low-e.)
• If an IG manufacturer can’t make a unit that will seal argon, then they shouldn’t be making sealed units.
• IG manufacturers should always print their names on their spacer bar for traceability. Glazing contractors should
avoid suppliers that don’t permanently identify their product.
• PVB lamination may stop 99.9 per cent of UV; however, it only stops 67 per cent of fading.
• In Canada, heating is more expensive than cooling, so it is important to use a low-e with a high Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC).
• If two low-e coatings are going to be used in a single IG unit, the second coating should be a hard coat on the fourth surface. Sealed units should not have low-e on both the second and third surfaces of the same unit.
John Carpenter, president of Clearstream International Products, a representative of Schott Architectural and Schott Solar in eastern Canada, presented an intriguing session on “Harvesting Sunlight.”
of their business are always searching for something better and unique in design and application,” Carpenter told his audience. Carpenter’s presentation focused on current glazing techniques that are being used to capture and manage solar energy. From Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) to diffusing light, Carpenter emphasized the opportunity to harvest the sun, not fight it.
“Daylighting is extremely beneficial to building occupants in increasing comfort, reducing absenteeism and increasing productivity,” said Carpenter. “Operating costs are lower and the building is worth more. When you bring daylight in it has a profound effect on the people within. In Europe, they have been aware of this for years. Germany has mandated that workers must be within a certain number of metres of a source of natural light.”
Christopher Barry, director of technical services for Pilkington NSG, presented on “Raise Your Window Performance to Meet Tomorrow’s New Levels.”
Other new developments from Schott included switchable glass, bird-friendly windows and digitized glazing, which is the precise image transfer over large glass surfaces without silk screening.
Would you hire an HR person to do your accounting? Probably not. Cori Maedel, CEO of Jouta Performance Group, presented on the “High Cost of Losing People: How to Recruit and Retain Top Talent.” Maedel believes that companies need to hire based on fit to the culture first and then skill. “It is imperative that company owners drive the culture and make sure it is understood and adopted by HR,” said Maedel.
“People want to know more about the company they are with. If they have the big picture view, they are way more vested and feel like they are part of the company. They feel empowered.”
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Christopher Barry filled in for Margaret Webb on behalf of the Insulating Glass Manufacturers Alliance (IGMA) and provided the findings of the IGMA 25 Year Correlation Study, which monitored 2,400 IG units representing 140 buildings in 14 cities.
“The architectural industry is full of open-minded adrenalin-charged people who by their own nature and the nature
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In order to effectively capture daylight, it is necessary to diffuse the light, eliminate glare and control solar heat gain.
At one time, the only criteria used for defining a failed unit were if the IG unit was fogging or if the spacer bar was travelling. According to IGMA, an IG failure is now defined as a unit with fogging, damaged coating, displaced spacer, loss of adhesion or any other impairment such as containments or argon loss.
“Driving around I see glass units that
are concave or convex, which means that the seal is good,“ said Barry. “A flat unit means the seal has failed.“
In general, the main factors that contributed to IG failures in the study included inadequate design for thermal stress leading to cracked glass and improper glazing. Proper glazing is critical to long-term performance.
“There is no reason today that a properly designed, properly made and properly installed unit, and all three of those factors are critical, should not have a life span in excess of 25 years,“ said Barry. “If the life span is not in excess of 25 years, someone somewhere is doing something wrong.”
The mantra of IGMA: Say what you do, do what you say and be able to prove it.
Andrew Pape-Salmon, director of the Energy Efficiency Branch of the BC Ministry of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources, provided what turned out to be a very interactive presentation. The session outlined government, utility and private sector standards and measures to improve energy efficiency for new and existing buildings in British Columbia, including information about product
requirements under the B.C. Energy Efficiency Act.
In addition, Pape-Salmon addressed the B.C. Building Code, which requires compliance with the ASHRAE 90.1 (2004) standard for new highrise and large building construction. The presentation highlighted the efforts made to harmonize equipment regulations (Energy Efficiency Act) with building code requirements (ASHRAE 90.1).
Pape-Salmon also summarized the typical technical characteristics of products that are compliant with the regulated standards in British Columbia.
“Effective Jan. 1, 2010, British Columbia became a low-e jurisdiction. Basically, every glazing product sold in B.C. must be low-e due to regulations for new and existing buildings, including highrise, lowrise, door lites, etc.”
The program is a way of showing industry and consumers which products have proven that they are energy efficient. “Energy Star is pretty simple. It is either Energy Star or it is not. You don’t have to get involved with U-values, which is good, because many people think that like R-value for insulation, the
bigger the U-value, the better. Energy Star provides a mechanism for people to make decisions easily.”
The apex of the presentation and perhaps the entire day, which was a huge success, was provided by attendees who were concerned regarding compliance testing of glazing systems in order to meet new government regulations. Specifically, they were interested in the burden of responsibility of testing and who would be required to pay. The way the program is currently designed, glazing contractors would need to pay out significant hard costs for testing in order to even bid on a project.
In an age when “take 10 per cent off whatever they quoted you” seems to be commonplace, this heated discussion, and the conference in general, proved that there are still many companies passionate about this business and willing to contribute to and support the entire industry. •
Rich Porayko is a professional writer and founding partner of Construction Creative, a marketing and communications company located in Metro Vancouver, B.C. richp@constructioncreative.com
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VFG becomes major player in glass market
with quality, service, innovation and oversized tempered glass.
For the past decade, the VFG Group in Montreal, Canada, has focused on the production of glass for all types of demanding architectural purposes. In addition, the company is a leader in producing innovative shower doors. At the recent Glasstec exhibition in Dusseldorf, Germany, in September 2010, the company decided to move ahead with its expansion plans and purchased the latest Tamglass RC200™ furnace to enable them to temper oversized jumbo glass panels in-house.
VFG has been a leader in Canada’s architectural glass distribution and processing industry since 1992, with products that include shower and commercial doors, glass displays, storefronts, along with all kinds of glass edging, beveling and polishing.
Pierre Leclerc, owner and founder of the Québec-based Company, Dominic Leclerc, Vice President, and Danny Lacombe, Sales Director, visited the Glasstec exhibition with the intent of learning more about the latest tempering technology. After much study and discussion, they signed a contract for the new Tamglass RC200™ furnace.
First Tamglass furnace for VFG
The latest technology featured with the Tamglass RC200™ furnace is an ideal fit for the requirements of the expanding VFG Group.
Lacombe says: “We spoke to many of the Glaston personnel at Glasstec and got to know more about the new furnace. We were really impressed by its capabilities and decided to take the decision right there on the spot.”
What’s especially important in the tempering of jumbo glass panels is the ability of the new furnace to minimize iridescence and assure a high-quality spotless glass product. The men were also impressed by the ease of use and automated functions.
“This will be our first Tamglass furnace, and one of the largest ones in all of Canada. We have already started our factory extension which is our third extension in the last seven years,” Dominic Leclerc states.
Targeting a bigger market
The Tamglass RC200™ from Glaston will give VFG the ability to temper oversized jumbo heavy and high performance hard and soft coat Low-E glass.
Once the furnace is delivered and commissioned in July of 2011, VFG will have the capability to provide oversized tempered
glass to customers across North America.
“We’re really excited,” Dominic Leclerc comments. “Our new furnace will allow us to temper glass up to 96 x 190 inches, ideal for some of the latest architectural designs in glass.”
Lacombe continues, “In addition to becoming a major player in the commercial business, this will enable us to be the largest producer of shower glass in all of Canada. And we intend to move into the US market, as well.”
Revolution in glass panels – a newly patented product
VFG recently launched its innovative sliding system concept, called Revolution Design, made entirely of glass: no hinges, ultrasilent handling, easy maintenance and exceptional durability.
Available in various textured designs, the large glass panels are ideal for shower doors, interior panels for bathtubs and as a replacement for traditional French doors. Another special and patented product made with these glass panels is the 2 sliding door shower, which will soon be offered for commercial applications.
Reputation for quality and service
With the new furnace, VFG is also aiming to provide 24 hour service. “We intend to offer outstanding quality and service to homes, condos, our existing customer base, and eventually to a growing number of commercial applications.”
In terms of service from Glaston, both Dominic and Danny from VFG agree that Tamglass RC 200™ is ideal for their company at this point in the company’s development. Additionally important for them is the fact that after-sales service is close by. New Jersey is only 5 hours away if they need spare parts.
“We knew what we wanted: a good product with good service,” Leclerc smiles.
by BRIAN BURTON
Brian Burton is a Business Development Consultant for Kleinfeldt Consultants. He can be reached at bburton@ kcl.ca.
Canada compares well, but we can still improve
On Nov. 29 the National Research Council (NRC) released updated versions of Canada’s Model Building Codes that cover fire, plumbing and buildings. At the same time, the government offered an updated version of Canada’s Model Energy Code for Buildings for review.
Canada has two model energy building codes. One deals with buildings of more than three storeys in height and the other with residential homes. In the case of the Model National Building Code for Homes, it has been decided to delay the release until 2012, when it will be incorporated into Part 9 of the National Building Code of Canada.
Historically, building regulation has been a provincial and territorial responsibility and by utilizing the “model” building code method the provinces and territories are able to adopt and/or modify the codes to suit their particular needs – or in some cases they can choose to adopt certain sections.
To date, only two jurisdictions (Ontario and Vancouver) have referenced energy efficiency codes in their building regulations. None of the other provinces have incorporated them in their entirety, although some jurisdictions have referenced certain sections.
Energy efficiency was first addressed in the codes in 1997 and we are now seeing the first update in a cycle that typically involves revising codes every five years. The trend towards regulating energy efficiency can be traced back to 1992, when the federal government passed its first legislation that focused on performance and labelling of energy consuming products, including windows and doors.
It took considerable effort to incorporate any references to energy efficiency into the codes. Historically, this concept has not been included in the mandate of the agencies that write the documents.
One of the challenges in updating the code involved determining how much energy we wanted to save in relation to what it would cost. This was not an easy task.
FENESTRATION FORUM
This is somewhat surprising, considering the fact that buildings are the largest consumers of energy in Canada, accounting for one-third of all energy demand. Space and water heating account for almost 80 per cent of that. One of the challenges in updating the code involved determining exactly how much energy we wanted to save in relation to what it would cost. This was not an easy task.
In this case, they operated on the assumption that a 20 to 25 per cent improvement in energy efficiency would be appropriate, and decided that where the energy came from was not an issue. They also decided after consultation that how the building was being used or occupied would not be considered in the overall discussion in the development of the code.
The updated energy code specifically references “fenestration to wall ratio,” which apparently will be set at 40 per cent, or 0.40. We’ll have to wait and see if any provincial governments adopt the model code.
When it comes to building codes and energy efficiency, Canada compares quite favourably with most urbanized countries. There’s still a lot of room for improvement, though, especially when we consider that space and water heating is consuming a considerable portion of our energy.
This is offset to a certain degree by the fact that we have a well-established testing, accreditation and certification sector that supports the industry and encompasses many aspects of energy efficiency.
When I did a survey, I found that nations like Australia had nationally mandated energy codes that included “across-the-board” legislation requiring “evidence of compliance” to established energy standards. Germany, the United Kingdom and other countries also have mandatory systems in place.
In general terms, in addition to promoting energy efficiency, energy codes help establish a level playing field for evaluation of building performance and building materials. They also support decision-making and encourage innovation. This translates into the development of new products and job opportunities.
The cost of incorporating energy efficiency improvements in a residential home totals about $1,600 and saves about $530 a year in energy costs. Amortized over 20 years, like a mortgage, this represents an excellent investment.
As a result, we should almost certainly be much more proactive in encouraging provinces and territories to adopt and enforce these model energy codes. •
NEWPRODUCTS
Kolbe introduces Ultra EP casement windows with triple-pane glass
Kolbe has announced the addition of Ultra EP (Energy Performance) casement windows to its Ultra Series product family of aluminum-clad wood windows. The new Ultra EP windows feature triple-pane glass to meet the Energy Star criteria for all Canadian climate zones, which went into effect Oct. 1, 2010.
Internationally, Energy Star-qualified windows are tested and certified by an independent, accredited agency. Window products can qualify for Energy Star based on their U-factor. U-factors for the four Canadian climate zones range from 0.21 to 0.32, expressed in metric units as 1.20-1.80.
Kolbe’s Ultra EP casement and awning windows come standard with 1-3/8-inch (2.54-centimetre) insulating glass and low-e coatings designed to achieve U-factors as low as 0.19 (approximately 1.00 in metric). Lower U-factor numbers indicate a slower transfer of heat from a warm area to a cold area.
Ultra EP wood windows’ exteriors are clad in durable aluminum.The aluminum is finished with a protective, fluoropolymer coating that carries up to a 30-year warranty, or with an optional anodize that enhances the metallic appearance. On the interior, pine is the standard, but many wood species are available, including those certified by the Forest Stewardship Council. A broad palette of paints or water-based stains can be specified, along with hardware and accessory choices, to match nearly any décor.
Kolbe’s Ultra EP windows’ 3.25-inch (8.255-centimetre) jamb depth fits most standard applications. Sloped sills direct water away from the structure and carefully coped corners on the sash. On the
Ultra EP window, a 2.25-inch (5.715-centimetre) thick sash, multipoint keeper and engineered hinges accommodate the thicker, heavier triple-pane glass, while ensuring nearly effortless operation for the homeowner.
For more information, please visit www.kolbe-kolbe.com.
Allmetal is pleased to announce Coniston Products Ltd. as the new exclusive distributor for Allmetal products in Western Canada (BC, AB, Manitoba and Saskatchewan).
Coniston brings over 50 years of experience in the insulated glass industry.
Coniston is a full service distributor of glass and all insulated glass components.
For welded air spacers, muntin bars, decorative products and components for the insulated glass industry, as well as sill track cover and screen channel – Allmetal has you covered.
Products Ltd. 7550 MacDonald Road
Delta, B.C., V4G 1N2 Tel: 604-952-6092
Fax: 604-952-6093
NEWPRODUCTS
DORMA introduces MANET Loft system
MANET Loft is the newest architectural office front product in the DORMA Interior product line. The company says MANET Loft is a frameless all-glass solution that combines elegance with a hint of industrial design. MANET Loft office fronts can be designed with pivoting or sliding combinations that incorporate 1/2-inch or 3/4-inch glass.
The MANET Loft system separates office space with minimal interruption of the vision area by incorporating the DORMA MANET family of products and a variety of architectural glass finishes.
DORMA MANET Loft is the latest development in the flexible, modular MANET line that gives architects and designers a free hand to create pivoting or sliding doors, space-configuring glass partitions and customized furniture design.The company says that MANET’s distinctive single-point fixings ensure a minimalist appearance and the creation of light, space and vision in any room.
Somaca/CRL introduces Vertical Glass Extension Rack for the VEIP Edger
The Sommer & Maca Machinery Division of C.R. Laurence (CRL) has developed a solution for customers who want to run glass up to 100 inches tall on their VE1P Edgers.
John Czopek, brand manager of the machinery division, states, “Our new SOMACA/CRL Vertical Glass Extension Rack installs quickly and easily, and allows the edger to support glass up to 100 inches (2.5 metres) tall. VE1P Edgers come equipped with five fixed rails as standard for 72-inch- (1.8-metre-) tall glass. In response to customer requests, we developed this kit that includes four vertical extensions, a roller rail, standoffs, and mounting hardware.”
The Extension Rack can be retrofitted to newer VE1P Edgers that have Standoff glass racks.The extension is also available on new models of the VE1P, AU11, and EU11 Glass Edgers.
To order the new VE1P with 100-inch- (2.5-metre-) tall glass capacity, or to order the Extension Rack to retrofit an existing model, please call the Sommer & Maca Machinery Division at 1-866-583-1377 or CRL Customer Service at 1-800-421-6144.
Truth Hardware rolls out Sentry Multi-Point Hinged Patio Door Hardware
Designed specifically for the North American market, Truth Hardware says its new Sentry Multi-Point Hinged Patio Door Hardware System combines flexibility with optimal security.
Features of Truth’s new Sentry System include 90-degree thumbturn located above the handle, high-performance adjustable hinges and multiple handle designs. According to the company, all of these features easily adapt to your current door system.
For more information, please visit www.truth.com.
According to DORMA Glas, the new 2.0 version of the Easi-Fronts estimating tool provides fast, reliable service in preparing quotes and basic drawings for a range of the company’s products.
Easi-Fronts rapidly calculates hardware costs and immediately generates elevation, section, and glass fabrication drawings. Users employ a simple, 16-question interactive online form to enter installation-specific information, including door type and clearance, glass thickness, panel layout, closer mechanism, and other data.
The company says that with one simple part number, Easi-Fronts accounts for everything needed to build simple glass doors. Easi-Fronts can also be used to prepare orders and related materials for sidelites.
Version 2.0 of Easi-Fronts makes the ordering process more efficient. Upgrades in this version include net pricing calculations, an improved selector guide, a new price book, and a new web address.
BUYERS GUIDE 2011
AA.C. SALES
Bing Cr.
Waterloo, ON N2K 2A6
Tel: 519-573-4474 Fax: 519-886-8193
e-mail: a.c.sales@sympatico.ca
A & D PREVOST
305 12th Ave.
Richelieu, QC J3L 3T2
Tel: 450-658-8771 Fax: 450-658-0077 www.adprevost.ca
A.N. DESIGNS INC.
111 Putter Lane
Torrington, CT 06790
Tel: 860-482-2921 Fax: 860-482-8585
Toll Free: 866-482-2921
e-mail: rnilsson@ultrawiztools.com www.ultrawiztools.com
A.W.G. NORTHERN DISTRIBUTION LTD.
539 Algoma Crescent
Prince George, BC V2N 5S9
Tel: 250-563-3373 Fax: 250-563-7695
e-mail: awgdist@awgassociates.com
ACCURATE GLASS & MIRROR BARRIE LTD.
27 - 21 Patterson Rd. Barrie, ON L4N 7W6
Tel: 705-722-6767 Fax: 705-722-4710 www.accurateglassbarrie.com
ACER WINDOOR
6102 31st Avenue
Woodside, NY 11377
Tel: 718-545-6686 Fax: 718-545-6688
e-mail: info@acerny.com www.acerny.com
ACME WINDOW HARDWARE
4635 Burgoyne St ., Unit 20 Mississauaga, ON L4W 1V9
Tel: 905-282-1588 Fax: 905-282-1578
ADHESIVES RESEARCH
400 Seaks Run Rd.
Glen Rock, PA 17327
Tel: 717-227-3309 Fax: 717-227-3484
Toll Free: 800-445-6240
e-mail: jgumerlock@arglobal.com
ADVANCED PHOTONICS INC.
151 Trade Zone Dr. Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
Tel: 631-471-3693 Fax: 631-471-3750
e-mail: api@api-lmc.com www.advancedphotonicsusa.com
This Buyers Guide is also online. Check it out at www.glasscanadamag.com
AIR-INS INC.
1320 Boul. Lionel-Boulet
Varennes, QC J3X 1P7
Tel: 450-652-0838 Fax: 450-652-7588
e-mail: info@air-ins.com www.air-ins.com
AIR-TITE INSULATING GLASS
299 Carlingview Drive
Etobicoke, ON M9W 5G3
Tel: 416-213-1180 Fax: 416-213-1189
ALLMETAL INC.
One Pierce Place, Ste. 900 Itasca, IL 60143
Tel: 630-250-8090 Fax: 630-250-8387
e-mail: sales@allmetal.com www.allmetalinc.com
ALLSCO WINDOWS AND DOORS CORP.
70 Rideout Street
Moncton, NB E1E 1E2
Tel: 506-853-8080 Fax: 506-853-9344
e-mail: marketing@allsco.com www.allsco.com
ALUMICOR LIMITED
290 Humberline Dr. Toronto, ON M9W 5S2
Tel: 416-745-4222 Fax: 416-745-7759
Toll Free: 877-258-6426
e-mail: info@alumicor.com www.alumicor.com
Alumicor serves the North American market through manufacturing and sales facilities across the country. By using recycled aluminum exclusively, Alumicor is positioned to support green building projects and LEED® eligibility.
ALUMINEX EXTRUSIONS (1999) LTD.
5572 - 275th St.
Langley, BC V4W 3X7
Tel: 604-856-6060 Fax: 604-856-7081
e-mail: sales@aluminex.com www.aluminex.com
ALUMITEX WINDOWS AND DOORS INC.
299 Carlingview Dr. Etobicoke, ON M9W 5G3
Tel: 416-742-2465 Fax: 416-742-7491
Toll Free: 888-457-2832
AMERI-CAN MACHINERY LTD.
2650 Meadowvale Blvd., Unit 5 Mississauga, ON L5N 6M5
Tel: 905-542-2055 Fax: 905-542-2261
e-mail: sales@ameri-can.ca www.ameri-can.ca
AMERICAN RACK LLC
3830 N. Fratney St. Milwaukee, WI 53212
Tel: 414-332-7311 Fax: 414-332-8217
Toll Free: 800-558-5580
e-mail: marketing@americanrack.com www.americanrackkit.com
AMERICAN SHOWER DOOR
6920 E. Slauson Ave. City Of Commerce, CA 90040 Fax: 323-726-7469
Toll Free: 800-421-2333
e-mail: sales@americanshowerdoor.com www.americanshowerdoor.com
ARCHITECTURAL GLASS AND METAL CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION 619 Liverpool Road Pickering, ON L1W R1R Tel: 905-420-7272 Fax: 905-420-7288
e-mail: info@asmca.ca www.agmca.ca
ARIBELL PRODUCTS LIMITED
71 Whitmore Rd. Woodbridge, ON L4L 8G5
Tel: 905-669-5001 Fax: 905-669-5030
e-mail: brian@aribell.ca www.aribell.ca
ATLAS POLAR COMPANY LTD. 60 Northline Rd. Toronto, ON M4B 3E5 Tel: 416-751-7740 Fax: 416-751-6475
Toll Free: 888-799-4422
e-mail: info@atlaspolar.com www.atlaspolar.com
AZON USA INC.
643 W. Crosstown Pkwy. Kalamazoo, MI 49008-1910
Tel: 269-385-5942 Fax: 269-373-9295 www.warmedge.com
Azon USA provides high performance fenestration components that meet our customers’ sustainability goals and expectations.
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INDUSTRYSUPPLIERS
BBARBER GLASS INDUSTRIES INC.
485 Southgate Dr.
Guelph, ON N1G 3W6
Tel: 519-824-2399 Fax: 519-824-1493
Toll Free: 800-461-4527
e-mail: mwellman@barberglass.com www.barberglass.com
BENDHEIM
61 Willet Street
Passaic, NJ 07055
Tel: 973-471-1733 Fax: 973-471-1640
Toll Free: 800-221-7379
e-mail: info@bendheim.com www.bendheim.com
BONNECHERE VALLEY WINDOWS
2824 Fourth Chute Road
Eganville, ON K0J 1T0
Tel: 613-628-3056 Fax: 613-628-9070
e-mail: andreas@b-v-w.com
BONNEVILLE SOLUTIONS
65; Michener
St. Joseph de Beauce, QC G0S 2V0
Tel: 418-397-6886 Fax: 418-397-4962
e-mail: d.emond@bonnevillesolutions.com www.bonnevillesolutions.com
BW DECO GLASS
1121 Evett St.
Sarnia, ON N7S 5N5
Tel: 519-336-0404 Fax: 519-336-5859
e-mail: al-bwdeco@bellnet.ca
CC.R. LAURENCE COMPANY, INC.
65 Tigi Court
Concord, ON L4K 5E4
Tel: 905-303-7966 Fax: 905-303-7965
Toll Free: 800-421-6144
e-mail: gavin.brin@crlaurence.com www.crlaurence.com
CAN-BEST
38 Regan Rd., Unit 4
Brampton, ON L7A 1C6
Tel: 905-840-2014 Fax: 905-840-2847 www.can-best.com
CANADIAN GLASS ASSOCIATION
23-21848 50th Ave
Langley, BC V3A 8A9
Tel: 604-880-6757 Fax: 604-608-4950
www.canadianglassassociation.com
CALDWELL MANUFACTURING
NORTH AMERICA, LLC.
2605 Manitou Road
Rochester, NY 14616
Tel: 585-352-3790 Fax: 800-388-0165
e-mail: cservice@caldwellmfgco.com www.caldwellmfgco.com
Caldwell Manufacturing has been recognized as the premier supplier of window counter balances more than 120 years. Our product line consists of: Spiral, Block and Tackle, Constant force and Hybrid balances as well as high performance casement window hardware.
CANADIANVAN.COM
4080 Boul, Des Sources
Montreal, QC H9B 2C8 Fax: 888-974-4495
Toll Free: 888-774-0775
e-mail: sales@canadianvan.com www.canadianvan.com
Commercial Class, Heavy Duty Aluminum Glass Carriers for Vans, Pick-ups, and Trucks. Engineered and built to last. Affordable prices. Custom Designs are also available. CanadianVan.com also has one of the largest selections of commercial Van and truck equipment in North America.
CANAROPA
1725- 50 Ave.
Montreal, QC H8T 3C8
Tel: 514-636-6466 Fax: 514-636-0961 www.canaropa.com
CANAROPA
3015-16 Street N.E. Calgary, AB T2E 7K8
Tel: 403-250-9333 Fax: 403-250-1160 www.canaropa.com
CASSO-SOLAR TECHNOLOGIES LLC
P.O. Box 255, 230 US Rt. 202 Pomona, NY 10970
Tel: 845-354-2010 Fax: 845-547-0328
e-mail: sales@cassosolartechnologies.com www.cassosolartechnologies.com
CDS
4630 Dufferin St. Toronto, ON M3H 5S4
Tel: 416-665-8006 Fax: 416-665-7400
e-mail: adrianrussell@cdsco.net
CITY THERMO PANE
420 Industrial St. Beresford, NB E8K 2C2
Tel: 506-542-1130 Fax: 506-542-1139
e-mail: info@citythermopane.ca www.citythermopane.ca
CLEARVIEW PATIO DOORS
45 Fenmar Dr. Toronto, ON M9L 1L9
Tel: 416-745-6666 Fax: 416-745-3711
Toll Free: 888-253-2739
e-mail: sales@clearview.on.ca www.clearview.on.ca
COLLINS-TOKER AGENCIES LTD 1224 Sherwin Rd Winnipeg, MB V1V 2L5
Tel: 204-953-4210 Fax: 204-837-3503
e-mail: corytoker@hotmail.com www.collinstoker.com
COLLINS-TOKER AGENCIES LTD 2325 Silver Place Kelowna, BC V1V 2L5
Tel: 204-955-6653 Fax: 250-762-9035
e-mail: rjtoker@aol.com www.collinstoker.com
CONISTON PRODUCTS LTD.
7550 MacDonald Road Delta, BC V4G 1N2
Tel: 604-952-6092 Fax: 604-952-6093
e-mail: mail@coniston.biz www.coniston.biz
COURAGE DISTRIBUTING INC.
2380 Speers Rd. Oakville, ON L6L 5M2
Tel: 905-469-6677 Fax: 905-469-9377
Toll Free: 800-268-7243
e-mail: info@courage.ca www.courage.ca
CREATIVE EXTRUDED PRODUCTS, INC.
1414 Commerce Park DrIve Tipp City, OH 45371
Tel: 937-667-4485 Fax: 937-667-3647
Toll Free: 800-273-1535
e-mail: info@creativeextruded.com www.creativeextruded.com
CROSSROADS
C&I DISTRIBUTORS INC.
3690 Bainbridge Avenue Burnaby, BC V5A 2T4
Tel: 604-421-1221 Fax: 604-421-1203
CWDMA/FENESTRATION CANADA
130 Alberta St., Ste. 1208 Ottawa, ON K1P 5G4
Tel: 613-235-5511 Fax: 613-235 4664
e-mail: info@cwdma.ca www.cwdma.com
DDALCO CONCEPT INC.
1125 Tupper St.
Hawkesbury, ON K6A 3M2
Tel: 613-632-0973 Fax: 613-632-1864
Toll Free: 888-638-0973
e-mail: info@dalcoconcept.com www.dalcoconcept.com
DE GORTER, INC.
5623 Cannon Dr. Monroe, NC 28110
Tel: 704-282-2055 Fax: 704-225-8290
Toll Free: 800-334-9399
DLUBAK CORP.
520 Chestnut St.
Blairsville, PA 15717
Tel: 724-459-9540 Fax: 724-459-0866
Toll Free: 800-336-0562 www.dlubakglass.com
DOOR MOTION TECHNOLOGIES INC.
6285 High Point Circle
Kalamazoo, MI 49024
Tel: 269-321-9330 Fax: 269-327-6158
Toll Free: 800-291-1561
e-mail: dcarambula@aol.com www.doormotion.com
DOR-LITE MANUFACTURING LTD.
1121 Ominica St. E.
Moose Jaw, SK S6H 7W6
Tel: 306-694-4033 Fax: 306-694-1044
e-mail: twalz@dorlite.com www.dorlite.com
EDGETECH IG INC.
800 Cochran Ave.
Cambridge, OH 43725
Tel: 740-439-2338 Fax: 740-439-0121
Toll Free: 1-800-233-4383
e-mail: etsales@edgetechig.com www.edgetech360.com
Edgetech I.G. Inc. is a global leader in the fenestration industry producing Super Spacer® – the world’s only TrueWARM®, all-foam edge seal product line that provides maximum condensation resistance, durability and energy performance. Through Edgetech’s value promise – We’re there for you at every turn! 360® – the company goes beyond the manufacture of Super Spacer to offer a comprehensive portfolio of value-added products and services for the window, door and glass industries. Edgetech also assures product quality to the highest standards as an ISO 9001:2008 with Design certified company. With manufacturing facilities in the United States, the United Kingdom and in Germany, Edgetech’s proven technology is improving the performance and energy efficiency of insulating glass systems worldwide. In business since 1989, Edgetech is a fully-owned subsidiary of Lauren International, Inc., a global multi-divisional company serving a variety of industries. Visit www. superspacer.com or www.laureninternational. com to learn more about the company’s products, services and global initiatives.
EDTM, INC.
745 Capital Commons Dr. Toledo, OH 43615
Tel: 419-861-1030 Fax: 419-861-1031
e-mail: sales@edtm.com www.edtm.com
E & W ALUMINUM PRODUCTS LTD.
75 Disco Rd
Toronto, ON M9W 1M3
Tel: 416-798-1202
Tel: 416-798-2012
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ELTON MANUFACTURING
8400 Lawson Road, Unit 2
Milton, ON L9T 0A4
Tel: 905-876-1290 Fax: 905-878-9211
Toll Free: 800-297-8299
e-mail: sales@eltonmanufacturing.com www.eltonmanufacturing.com
Elton Manufacturing is a design and manufacturing leader for injection molded door lite frames. Frames are available in different materials for painting and staining. Contact us for sizes and profiles.
ENER-GARD ENERGY PRODUCTS INC.
1325 Heine Crt.
Burlington, ON L7L 6A7
Tel: 905-336-1188 Fax: 905-336-1507
www.ener-gard.com
ENERMODAL ENGINEERING LTD
582 Lancaster St. West Kitchener, ON N2K 1M3
Tel: 519-743-8777, ext. 328 Fax: 519-743-8778
e-mail: mhanam@enermodal.com www.enermodal.com
ENGINEERED GLASS PRODUCTS/ MARSCO MANUFACTURING
2857 S. Halsted Street Chicago, IL 60608
Tel: 312-326-4710 Fax: 312-326-0555
e-mail: info@egpglass.com
ENIXUS TRADE LTD.
34 Dunkirk Rd.
St. Catharines, ON L2R 1A1
Tel: 905-682-3086 Fax: 877-745-2715
e-mail: enixus@enixus.ca www.enixus.ca
ERDMAN AUTOMATION CORP.
1603 South 14th Street Princeton, MN 55371
Tel: 763-389-9475 Fax: 763-389-9757
e-mail: eac@erdmanautomation.com www.erdmanautomation.com
EVERLAST ALUMINUM LTD
299 Carlingview Dr. Etobicoke, ON M9W 5G3
Tel: 416-241-8527 Fax: 416-245-2629
Toll Free: 800-897-5118
EVOTECH INDUSTRIAL COATINGS INC.
2503 de la Metropole Longueuil, QC J4G 1E5
Tel: 450-670-5888 Fax: 450-670-8930
Toll Free: 800-561-7089
e-mail: pcharbonneau@evotechind.com www.evotechind.com
FF. BARKOW INC.
3830 N. Fratney St. Milwaukee, WI 53212
Tel: 414-332-7311 Fax: 414-332-8217
Toll Free: 800-558-5580
e-mail: marketing@barkow.com www.barkow.com
FARLEY WINDOWS
300 MacDonald Blvd. Alexandria, ON K0C 1AO
Tel: 613-525-3065 Fax: 613-525-1083
e-mail: m.sauve@farleywindows.com www.farleywindows.com
INDUSTRYSUPPLIERS
FDR DESIGN INC.
303 - 12th Ave. S.
Buffalo, MN 55313
Tel: 763-682-6096 Fax: 763-682-6197
e-mail: sales@fdrdesign.com www.igasfill.com
FENESTRATION COMPONENTS
INTERNATIONAL
202 Sheep River Lane
Okotoks, AB T1S 1N8
Tel: 403-938-1064 Fax: 403-938-1082 Toll Free: 877-938-1064
e-mail: ted@fci-inc.ca
FENTRO TECHNOLOGIES INC.
4460 50A St.
Delta, BC V4K 4M1
Tel: 604-835-5001 / 604-952-4467 Fax: 866-288-6282
e-mail: henry.nickel@fentro.com www.fentro.com
FENZI NORTH AMERICA
11 Dansk Court
Toronto, ON M9W 5N6
Tel: 416-674-3831 Fax: 416-674-9323
e-mail: info@fenzi-na.com www.fenzi-na.com
Fenzi North America has added to its product line, with the introduction of Fenzi HOTVER Hot Melt Butyl. Continuing to listen to our customers’ needs, we are now also offering our Fenzi Butylver PIB in the color of grey , to go along with the traditional black. Combined with our other IG components (Polysulphide, Desiccant, Aluminum and Steel spacers) Fenzi North America continues to be a complete supplier for our customers IG needs. Fenzi Polysulphide is manufactured here in North America to meet your delivery requirements in a timely manner.
FLOW INTERNATIONAL CORP.
2370 Cawthra Rd.
Mississauga, ON L5A 2X1
Tel: 416-550-3569 Fax: 800-506-7502 www.flowcorp.com
will be publishing its membership directory!
Watch for your copy!
FNA EQUIPMENT SERVICES
11 Dansk Court
Toronto, ON M9W 5N6
Tel: 416-213-1362 Fax: 416-674-9323
e-mail: owen@fnaeq.com www.fenzi-na.com
FNA Equipment Services is an authorized Graco Distributor, offering equipment sales and services for all one and two-part dispensing equipment. Stocking a large selection of equipment parts & rebuild kits, FNA can service your equipment needs in a timely fashion. For technical assistance, please call Owen Allen.
FORMEX BUILDING PRODUCTS INC.
582 Rivermede Rd.
Concord, ON L4K 2H5
Tel: 905-532-0073 Fax: 905-532-0068
e-mail: gbaykal@formexproducts.com
FOUR-JAKS, INC.
107 Spruce Street
Lewisburg, WV 24901
Tel: 304-645-6716 Fax: 304-645-4885
e-mail: scott@four-jaks.com
GGAUDET’S ARCHITECTURAL PRODUCTS LTD.
277 Wentzell Rd., RR #1
Branch Lahave, NS B4V 4L6
Tel: 902-456-9481 Fax: 902-543-6525
Toll Free: 877-284-0125
e-mail: info@gapltd.ca www.gapltd.ca
GLAS-TEK SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS INC.
438 Dunlop St. West Barrie, ON L4M 1C2
Tel: 705-735-9533 Fax: 705-735-9533
Toll Free: 877-335-3303
e-mail: sales@glas-tek.com www.glas-tek.com
GLASS ASSOCIATION OF NORTH AMERICA
800 SW Jackson St., Ste. 1500 Topeka, KS 66612-1200
Tel: 785-271-0208 Fax: 785-271-0166
e-mail: gana@glasswebsite.com www.glasswebsite.com
GLASS & HARDWARE DEPOT
301 Jevlan Dr. Woodbridge, ON L4L 8G6
Tel: 905-856-7202 Fax: 905-856-7355
GLASSCRAFT
31 Main St., P.O. Box 267
Grand Valley, ON L0N 1A0
Tel: 519-928-5243
e-mail: billandmae@rogers.com www.glasscraftcanada.ca
GLASSCRAFT
159 Broadway
Orangeville, ON L9W 1K2
Tel: 519-941-2505 Fax: 519-941-2505
e-mail: billandmae@rogers.com www.glasscraftcanada.ca
GLASSLAM
1601 Blount Rd. Pompano Beach, FL
Tel: 954-975-3233 Fax: 954-975-3225
e-mail: sales@glasslam.com www.glasslam.com
GLASSOPOLIS
92 Railside Rd.
Don Mills, ON M3A 1A3
Tel: 800-262-9600 Fax: 800-872-9601
e-mail: sales@glassopolis.com www.glassopolis.com
GLASSROLL FABRICATION INC.
10 Loring Dr., Unit 14
Bolton, ON L7E 1J9
Tel: 905-951-1208 Fax: 905-951-0759 www.glassrollfab.com
GLASTON AMERICA, INC.
2615 River Road, Unit #5
Cinnaminson, NJ 08077
Tel: 856-786-1200 Fax: 856-786-6599
e-mail: usa@glaston.net www.glaston.net
GRANT METAL PRODUCTS LTD.
291210 Wagon Wheel Road
Rocky View, AB T4A 0E2
Tel: 800-672-6088 Fax: 403-590-7990
e-mail: info@grantmetal.com www.grantmetal.com
GROUPE PROMAX
3240 Watt
Québec, QC G1X 4X7
Tel: 418-650-7889 Fax: 418-650-5872
e-mail: info@groupepromax.com www.groupepromax.com
This Buyers Guide is also online. Check it out at www.glasscanadamag.com
GTS
11481 S.W. Hall Blvd.
Portland, OR 97223
Tel: 503-968-4704 Fax: 503-372-0848
Toll Free: 800-209-2369
e-mail: joew@gtsservices.com www.gtsservices.com
Serving 5,000 users throughout North America, GTS GlasPacLX software provides a point-of-sale system for auto & flat glass businesses, as well as, contract job management and costing for commercial work.
HHIGH PERFORMANCE GLAZING INC.
177 Drumlin Circle
Concord, ON L4K 3E7
Tel: 905-482-2144 Fax: 905-482-2146
e-mail: enbar@hpglazing.com
web site: www.hpglazing.com
High Performance Glazing Inc. provides quality solutions for custom residential and commercial glass replacement and installation.
HOME DECOR WINDOW & DOOR CENTRE
15 Connie Cres., Unit 21 Concord, ON L4K 1L3
Tel: 905-760-8350 Fax: 905-760-8345
Toll Free: 888-995-7772
e-mail: homedecor@on.aibn.com www.homedecorwindowsanddoors.com
HOPPE NORTH AMERICA INC.
205 E. Blackhawk Dr. Fort Atkinson, WI 53538-1268
Tel: 920-563-2626 Fax: 920-563-4408 www.us.hoppe.com
IIDEAL GLASS
80 Davidson St., PO Box 219
Cannington, ON L0E 1E0
Tel: 705-432-2318 Fax: 705-432-3333 www.ideal-glass.com
IMSENT INC.
7030 Woodbine Ave., Suite 500
Markham, ON L3R 6G2
Tel: 416-497-4299 Fax: 416-497-4792
e-mail: info@imsent.com www.imsent.com
INSULATING GLASS MANUFACTURERS ALLIANCE
1500 Bank St., Ste. 300 Ottawa, ON K1H 1B8
Tel: 613-233-1510 Fax: 613-482-9436 www.igmaonline.org
INTERLOCK USA, INC.
1105 South Rock Blvd. Reno, NV 89502
Tel: 775-852-8808 Fax: 775-852-8867
e-mail: info@interlockna.com www.interlockna.com
INTERMAC CANADA
18005 Rue LaPointe
Mirabel, QC J7J 0G2
Tel: 416-570-6540 Fax: 450-437-2859
Toll Free: 877-824-3773
e-mail: sales@biessedmerica.com www.intermacamerica.com
IT GENERATION INC.
1010 Sherbrooke West, Suite 410 Montreal, QC H3A 2R7
Tel: 450-645-2625 Fax: 450-645-3350
e-mail: jeromec@itgeneration.ca
JJRC MACHINERY
3553 boul. des Enterprises
Terrebonne, QC J6X 4J9
Tel: 450-477-1286 Fax: 450-477-7912
Toll Free: 877-551-1286
e-mail: info@jrcmachinery.com www.jrcmachinery.com
JSA MACHINERY INC.
2082-A Industriel Blvd.
Chambly, QC J3L 4V2
Tel: 450-658-9668 Fax: 450-658-3446
Toll Free: 1-877-575-8665
e-mail: jstarnaud@jsapvcmachineries.com www.jsapvcmachineries.com
Effective, custom-automated solutions to window and woodworking industries, delivered with an uncompromising quality of equipment and services for clearly superior windows of opportunities. We will be glad to participate in solution finding and give you an estimate for your startup, renewal or expansion project.
KKAWNEER COMPANY, INC.
555 Guthridge Crt.
Norcross, GA 30092-3503
Tel: 770-449-5555 Fax: 770-840-6463
e-mail: kawneer.northamerica@alcoa.com www.kawneer.com
KEAR FABRICATION INC.
11 Creditstone Rd., Unit 4-8
Concord, ON L4K 2P1
Tel: 905-760-0841 Fax: 905-760-0842
Toll Free: 866-760-0861
e-mail: sale@kearmfg.com www.kearmfg.com
Manufacturing:-Glass handling equipmentMaterial handling equipment-Custom fabrication -Window fabricating equipment
KITS GLASS LTD.
#110 - 2800 Viking Way
Richmond, BC V6V 1N5
Tel: 604-231-0878 Fax: 604-231-0807
e-mail: sales@kitsglass.ca www.kitsglass.ca
KLAAS SWAVING LTD.
6761 6th Line, RR #2
Belwood, ON N0B 1J0
Tel: 519-843-1299 Fax: 519-787-8085
e-mail: swavingwelding@yahoo.com www.swavingwelding.com
KLIMER PLATFORMS INC.
7045 Auburn Road
Milton , ON L9T 7V9
Tel: 905-876-4063 Fax: 905-876-3791
e-mail: info@klimer.com www.klimer.com
LLCS PRECISION MOLDING
119 Second St. S. Waterville, MN 56096-1440
Tel: 507-362-8685 Fax: 507-362-8893
e-mail: sales@lcsplastics.com www.lcsplastics.com
M
MAPPI NORTH AMERICA CORP. INC.
3875 Boul. St-Jean-Baptiste
Montreal, QC H1B 5V4
Tel: 514-645-9377 Fax: 514-645-0304
e-mail: sales@mappi-na.com www.mappi.it
MARC PREVOST MACHINERY INC.
3875, Boul. Saint-Jean-Baptiste
Montreal, QC H3B 5V4
Tel: 514-640-4040 Fax: 514-640-5454
e-mail: marc.prevost@mpm.ca www.mpm.ca
MAXDOR INC
2180 Hwy 7
Concord, ON L4K 1W6
Tel: 905-738-2358 Fax: 905-738-5619
e-mail: maxdorinc@hotmail.com
INDUSTRYSUPPLIERS
MCKEEGAN EQUIPMENT & SUPPLY CO.
8411 Ronda Dr.
Canton, MI 48187-2001
Tel: 734-459-5870 Fax: 734-459-9837
e-mail: sales@mckeeganequip.com www.mckeeganequip.com
MEH SALES LTD.
761 Redwood Sq., Unit 1
Oakville, ON L7L 6R6
Tel: 905-815-7432 Fax: 905-825-2253
Toll Free: 800-309-2209
e-mail: b.hall@cogeco.ca
MESSE DUSSELDORF GMBH
Canadian German Chamber Of Industry & Commerce Inc.,
480 University Avenue, Unit 1500 Toronto, ON M5G 1V2
Tel: 416-598-1524 Fax: 416-598-1840
METRO ALUMINUM PRODUCTS LTD.
19045 - 24th Ave.
Surrey, BC V35 359
Tel: 604-535-5316 Fax: 604-535-5319
Toll Free: 877-535-5316
e-mail: info@metroaluminum.com www.metroaluminum.com
MPM OF AMERICA INC.
3875 Saint-Jean-Baptiste Blvd.
Montreal, QC H1B 5V4
Tel: 514-640-4040 Fax: 514-640-5454
e-mail: marc.prevost@mpm.ca www.mpm.ca
MSA SCREENS
690 Ch. Olivier
St. Nicolas, QC G7A 2N2
Tel: 514-947-6762 Fax: 418-831-3043
e-mail: pageau.pierre@videotron.ca
NNOR-AM DOORS & WINDOWS
30 North Wind Pl
Toronto, ON M1S 3R5
Tel: 416-755-0880 Fax: 416-755-3259
e-mail: email@blissnoram.com www.blissnoram.com
NORTHOME COMFORT WINDOWS INC
Hwy. 310 N. 10K
Foam Lake, SK S0A 1A0
Tel: 306-272-4751 Fax: 306-272-3798
e-mail: gab4x@sasktel.net
OOPTIMA NORTH AMERICA INC.
3875, Boul. Saint-Jean-Baptiste
Montreal, QC H1B 5V4
Tel: 514-645-8998 Fax: 514-645-8558
e-mail: sales@optima-america.com www.optima.it
PPILKINGTON NORTH AMERICA
811 Madison Ave.
Toledo, OH 43697-0799
Tel: 419-247-3895 Fax: 419-247-4517
e-mail: sharon.urban@nsg.com www.pilkington.com/na
PLY GEM CANADA, INC.
2008-48th Street South East Calgary, AB T2B 2E5
Tel: 403-272-8871 Fax: 403-569-3181
Toll Free: 800-661-1437 www.plygem.ca
PMC SOFTWARE , INC.
8 Bartles Corner Road, Suite #11 Flemington, NJ 08822
Tel: 908-806-7824 Fax: 908-806-3951
e-mail: marting@pmcsoftware.com www.pmcsoftware.com
POLLARD WINDOWS
4913 Genesee Street
Cheektowaga, NY 14225
Tel: 716-684-0037 Fax: 716-686-0963
e-mail: gpollard@pollardwindows.com www.pollardwindows.com
PRECISION GLASS SERVICES INC.
8 Essex Avenue, Unit 12 & 13
Thornhill, ON L3T 3Y9
Tel: 905-731-7800 Fax: 905-771-9304
e-mail: info@precisionglass.ca www.precisionglass.ca
Suppliers of Fire-Rated &Fire-Resistive glazing material (FireLite®), X-Ray Lead Shielding Glass (LX-57B), Fireplace Replacement Glass (Neoceram™) and Fire-Rated Frames up to 90 Minutes.
PRECISION GROUP LASERETCH & DESIGN
PO Box 99
Brackendale, BC V0N 1H0
Tel: 604-898-2080 Fax: 604-898-4073
PROHASKA ENGINEERING (DT) 15 Floresville Court
Richmond Hill, ON L4C 0S5
Tel: 905-770-1122 Fax: 905-770-8637
PROMARK WINDOW
FILM & BLINDS INC.
90 Frobisher Dr., Unit 3
Waterloo, ON N2V 2A1
Tel: 519-886-4564 Fax: 519-747-2979
e-mail: luke@promarkwindowfilm.com www.promarkwindowfilm.com
PROMAX
3240 Watt
Québec, QC G1X 4X7
Tel: 418-650-7889 Fax: 418-650-5872
e-mail: daniel.aubert@groupepromax.com
RREADY ACCESS
1815 Arthur Dr. W. Chicago, IL 60185
Tel: 630-876-7766 Fax: 630-876-7767
Toll Free: 800-621-5045 www.ready-access.com
RENKO® RUBBER CANADA, INC.
PO Box 339
Montreal, QC H3Z 2T5
Tel: 514-342-6640 Fax: 514-342-1140
Toll Free: 800-661-6640
e-mail: marc@renkocanada.com www.renkocanada.com
PRELCO INC.
94 Cartier Blvd.
Rivière-Du-Loup, QC G5R 2M9
Tel: 418-862-2274 Fax: 418-862-8181
e-mail: sales@prelco.ca www.prelco.ca
RÉSIVER
100, 181e rue
Beauceville, QC G5X 2T1
Tel: 418-774-2949 Fax: 418-774-3390
Toll Free: 888-393-2949
e-mail: frederic.boucher@resiver.com www.resiver.com
RIMAC METAL CURVING SPECIALISTS
265 Applewood Cres.
Concord, ON L4K 4E7
Tel: 905-669-6963 Fax: 905-669-4744
e-mail: andrew@metalcurving.com www.metalcurving.com
ROBERT WINDOWS
59 Labrie
St. Francois Xavier, QC J0B 2V0
Tel: 819-845-2731 Fax: 819-845-3270
e-mail: m.gibbons@robertwindows.com
ROCHESTER INSULATED GLASS
73 Merrick Circle, PO BOX 168
Manchester, NY 14504-0168
Tel: 585-289-3611 Fax: 585-289-3610
Toll Free: 800-732-0400
ROYAL ADHESIVES & SEALANTS
2001 W. Washington Street
South Bend, IN 46628-2032
Fax: 574-246-5425
Toll Free: 800-999-4583 www.royaladhesives.com
RW COOMBER HARDWARE
1275 Eglinton Ave. E., Unit #48 Mississauga, ON L4W 2Z2
Tel: 905-206-0380 Fax: 905-206-9124
SSCHODORF TRUCK BODY AND EQUIPMENT
885 Harmon Ave.
Columbus, OH 43223 Fax: 614-228-6775
Toll Free: 800-288-0992 www.schodorftruck.com
SCREENCO
MANUFACTURING LTD.
290 Millway Avenue
Concord, ON L4K 3W4
Tel: 905-669-9440 Fax: 905-669-9480
Toll Free: 866-745-6778
e-mail: info@screenco.ca www.screenco.ca
SERVITEK FENESTRATION INC.
1901 Boulevard Dagenais
Laval, QC H7L 5A3
Tel: 450-622-0080 Fax: 450-622-0049
e-mail: martin.tremblay@servitek.ca
SHURTAPE TECHNOLOGIES CO.
615 Bowes Rd.
Concord, ON L4K 1J5
Tel: 905-669-4881 ext. 123 Fax: 905-669-2330
Toll Free: 800-463-8273
e-mail: jdiaz@shurtape.com www.shurtape.com
We make more than tape. We make ideas. And we make glass and mirrors safe with door safety mirror racking tape, Shatterstop®, and protective films.
SIKA CANADA INC.
601 Delmar Ave.
Pointe-Claire, QC H9R 4A9
Tel: 514-697-2610 Fax: 514-697-3910
Toll Free: 800-689-7452
e-mail: marketing.industry@ca.sika.com www.sika.ca
Sika Canada Offers the following innovative products: Self-Adhered Flashing Membranes; Polyurethane, Silicone and Hybrid Sealants; General-Purpose Adhesives, Sealants and Tapes; Auto-Glass Adhesives and Windshield Repair Products. Sika, the Bonding Expert!
SIKA CANADA INC.
6915 Davand Drive
Mississauga, ON L5T 1L5
Tel: 905-795-3177 Fax: 905-795-3192
www.sika.ca
SIXELA WINDOWS & DOORS INC.
10345 Eberts Line, RR#2
Chatham, ON N7M 5J2
Tel: 519-436-7637 Fax: 519-351-4405
e-mail: jbordenuk@ciaccess.com
SOUTHERN ALUMINUM FINISHING
1581 Huber St. NW.
Atlanta, GA 30318-3781
Tel: 404-355-1560 Fax: 404-350-0581
Toll Free: 800-241-7429
e-mail: sales@saf.com www.saf.com
SPS GLASS & METALS, DIV. 1628611 ONTARIO LTD.
861 Finch Ave.
Pickering, ON L1V 1J4
Tel: 905-831-6624 Fax: 905-831-6625
e-mail: info@spsglass.ca www.spsglass.ca
STANDARD DOORS INC.
2300 Francis-Hughes Avenue
Laval, QC H7S 2C1
Tel: 514-634-8911 Fax: 514-634-9279
Toll Free: 800-361-7535
e-mail: info@standarddoors.com www.standarddoors.com
STARLITE INDUSTRIES INC.
1111 Lancaster Ave., PO Box 990
Rosemont, PA 19010
Tel: 610-527-1300 Fax: 610-527-4463 www.starliteindustries.com
STEVE BROWN MACHINERY SOLUTIONS
1845 Jean-Monnet St. Terrebonne, QC J6X 4L7
Tel: 450-477-6707 Fax: 450-477-6937
SUNTEC PRODUCTS INC.
220 Deercrest Place S.E. Calgary, AB T2J 5W4
Tel: 403-278-0155 Fax: 403-278-1193
www.suntecproducts.ca
SURFACE PRODUCTS INC.
29 West 6th Avenue Vancouver, BC V5Y 1K2
Tel: 604-602-0566 Fax: 604-632-9536
Toll Free: 866-755-4527
www.surface-products.com
TTEC-N-TEC INC.
8244 Pascal-Gagnon Montreal, QC H1P 1Y4
Tel: 514-325-7777 Fax: 514-325-0282
e-mail: pro@tec-n-tec.com www.tec-n-tec.com
TECHNICAL GLASS PRODUCTS
8699 Escarpment Way, Unit 5 Milton, ON L9T 0J5 Fax: 800-451-9857
Toll Free: 800-426-0279
e-mail: sales@fireglass.com www.fireglass.com
TGP supplies fire-rate and architectural glazing and framing: FireLite® family of products, Fireframes® fire-rated framing systems, Pilkington Pyrostop® fire walls, SteelBuilt Curtainwall® systems, and Pilkington Profilit™ channel glass systems.
TECNIGLAS, DIV. OF PROSCIENCE INC.
92 Railside Rd. Don Mills, ON M3A 1A3
Tel: 416-446-6411 Fax: 416-446-6412
Toll Free: 800-267-1616
e-mail: sales@tecniglas.com www.tecniglas.com
THORN SERVICES
35 Shangarry Dr. Scarborough, ON M1R 1A5
Tel: 416-752-4799 Fax: 416-752-4799
Toll Free: 877-752-4799
e-mail: info@thorn-services.ca www.thorn-services.ca
LE GROUPE TRI-TEX CO., INC.
1001, Boul. Industriel Saint-Eustache, QC J7R 6C3
Tel: 613-360-6491
e-mail: mdeschambault@tritex.com
TRU TECH DOORS
20 Vaughan Valley Blvd. Vaughan, ON L4H 0B1
Tel: 905-856-0096 Fax: 905-856-2096
Toll Free: 888-760-0099
e-mail: info@trutechdoors.com www.trutechdoors.com
INDUSTRYSUPPLIERS
TRU-VU INC.
86 Audia Court
Concord, ON L4K 3N4
Tel: 905-660-5335 Fax: 905-660-7917
e-mail: info@truvu.ca
TRUTH HARDWARE
700 W. Bridge St.
Owatonna, MN 55060
Tel: 507-451-5620 Fax: 507-451-5655
Toll Free: 1-800-866-7884
e-mail: truthsal@truth.com www.truth.com
North America’s leading manufacturer and designer of quality operating hardware for commercial and residential windows. Truth Hardware also has complete lines of door hardware including patio door rollers, multipoint locksets and handles.
U
UNICEL ARCHITECTURAL
2155 Fernand-Lafontaine Blvd.
Longueuil, QC J4G 2J4
Tel: 450-670-6844 Fax: 450-670-7144
e-mail: unicel@unicelarchitectural.com www.unicelarchitectural.com
V
VI-LUX MOULDINGS INC.
105 Richmond Blvd.
Napanee, ON K7R 3Z8
Tel: 613-354-4830 Fax: 613-354-6589
Toll Free: 866-281-6743
e-mail: mike@vi-lux.com www.vi-lux.com
VITRUM INDUSTRIES
9737 201 St.
Langley, BC V1M 3E7
Tel: 604-882-3513 Fax: 604-882-3516
Toll Free: 888-391-1166
e-mail: info@vitrumindustries.com www.vitrumindustries.com
WW&F MANUFACTURING INC.
PO Box 30
Glendale, CA 91209-0030
Tel: 818-394-6060 Fax: 818-394-6050 www.wfmfg.com
WALKER GLASS
9551, Ray Lawson Blvd.
Montreal, QC H1J 1L5
Tel: 514-352-3030 Fax: 514-351-3010
Toll Free: 888-320-3030
e-mail: textures@walkerglass.com www.walkerglass.com
WELDCO SALES INC.
5339 Craner Ave. N. Hollywood, CA 91601-5553
Tel: 818-506-5490 Fax: 818-506-8769 www.glastrk.com
VIRACON
800 Park Drive
Owatonna, MN 55060
Tel: 507-451-9555 Fax: 507-444-3555
Toll Free: 800-533-2080
e-mail: glass@viracon.com www.viracon.com
VISION EXTRUSIONS LIMITED
201 Zenway Blvd.
Woodbridge, ON L4H 3H9
Tel: 905-265-9970 Fax: 905-265-7451
Toll Free: 866-633-9970
e-mail: info@visionextrusions.com www.visionextrusions.com
WESTECH BUILDING PRODUCTS
LIMITED
5201-64TH Ave.
Calgary, AB T2C 4Z9
Tel: 403-203-7486 Fax: 403-279-4790
e-mail: sales@westechbp.com www.westechbp.com
Westech Building Products Limited is an Extruder of PVC Profiles for the Window & Door Industry in North America. Westech’s extrusion facilities are located in Calgary, AB Canada and in Huasu, China. Westech is part of Westlake Chemical Corporation, with headquarters in Houston, TX.
WINDOW CITY INDUSTRIES INC.
5690 Steeles Ave. W. Vaughan, ON L4L 9T4
Tel: 905-265-9975
Fax: 905-265-9976 / 905-265-0775
Toll Free: 866-333-3047
e-mail: info@windocity.com www.windowcity.net
WINDOW & DOOR DESIGN CENTER, INC.
18025 Skypark Circle, Suite F Irvine, CA 92614
Tel: 949-481-2039 Fax: 949-481-2042
e-mail: lindadiaz@wddc-inc.com
WINDOW MASTERS INC.
6040 - 47 Ave.
Red Deer, AB T4N 1C2
Tel: 403-309-7327 Fax: 403-346-1434
e-mail: greg@windowmasters.ca
WINDOWMAKER SOFTWARE LTD.
115 Wolseley St., Unit A Toronto, ON M6J 1K1
Tel: 416-762-5299 Fax: 416-946-1467
e-mail: info@windowmaker.com www.windowmaker.com
WOOD’S POWR-GRIP CO., INC.
908 West Main Laurel, MT 59044
Tel: 406-628-8231 Fax: 406-628-8354
e-mail: powrgripinfo@powrgrip.com www.powrgrip.com
WTS PARADIGM
1600 Aspen Commons, Suite 500 Middleton, WI 53562
Tel: 608-664-9292 Fax: 608-664-9295
Toll Free: 800-387-2951
e-mail: sales@wtsparadigm.com www.wtsparadigm.com
XINYI AUTO GLASS (NORTH AMERICA)
702-704, 3601 Highway 7 East Markham, ON L3R 0M3
Tel: 905-947-8801 Fax: 905-947-8892
e-mail: info@xinyiglass.ca www.xinyiglass.ca
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DOORS & HARDWARE
AUTOMATIC DOORS
Door Motion Technologies Inc.
COMMERCIAL DOORS
A & D Prevost
Alumicor Limited
Aluminex Extrusions (1999) Ltd.
Alumitex Windows
and Doors Inc.
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Fentro Technologies Inc.
Kawneer Company, Inc.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
Precision Glass Services Inc.
Vitrum Industries
DOOR HARDWARE
Aluminex Extrusions (1999) Ltd.
Aribell Products Limited
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Canaropa
Collins-Toker Agencies Ltd.
Enixus Trade Ltd.
Fenestration Components Intl.
Fentro Technologies Inc.
Hoppe North America Inc.
Imsent Inc.
Interlock USA, Inc.
LCS Precision Molding
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
Nor-Am Doors & Windows
Renko® Rubber Canada, Inc.
RW Coomber Hardware
Servitek Fenestration Inc.
Steve Brown Machinery Solutions
Tru Tech Doors
Truth Hardware
Vitrum Industries
W&F Manufacturing Inc.
DOOR LITES
A & D Prevost
Accurate Glass & Mirror
Barrie Ltd.
Air-Tite Insulating Glass
Aribell Products Limited
BW Deco Glass
Collins-Toker Agencies Ltd.
Dor-Lite Manufacturing Ltd.
Glasscraft
Glasslam
Glassopolis
Maxdor Inc.
MEH Sales Ltd.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
Pollard Windows
RW Coomber Hardware
Tecniglas, Div. of ProScience Inc.
Tru Tech Doors
Tru-Vu Inc.
Vitrum Industries
DOOR LITE FRAMES
A & D Prevost
Aribell Products Limited
BW Deco Glass
Collins-Toker Agencies Ltd.
Elton Manufacturing
Fenestration Components Intl.
Maxdor Inc.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
RW Coomber Hardware
Tru Tech Doors
Vi-Lux
FIBREGLASS
DOORS
Aribell Products Limited
Bonneville Solutions
Collins-Toker Agencies Ltd.
Dor-Lite Manufacturing Ltd.
Maxdor Inc.
Robert Windows
RW Coomber Hardware
Tru Tech Doors
FIRE-RATED DOORS
Kawneer Company, Inc.
Maxdor Inc.
Nor-Am Doors & Windows
Precision Glass Services Inc.
RW Coomber Hardware
Technical Glass Products
Tru Tech Doors
FRENCH
DOORS
A & D Prevost
Alumicor Limited
Dor-Lite Manufacturing Ltd.
Fentro Technologies Inc.
Maxdor Inc.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
Nor-Am Doors & Windows
Pollard Windows
Robert Windows
Window City Industries Inc.
GLASS DOORS
Accurate Glass & Mirror
Barrie Ltd.
Barber Glass Industries Inc.
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Prelco Inc.
Vitrum Industries
MIRROR DOORS
Accurate Glass & Mirror
Barrie Ltd.
PATIO DOORS
Aluminex Extrusions (1999) Ltd.
Alumitex Windows and Doors Inc.
Aribell Products Limited
Bonneville Solutions
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Clearview Patio Doors
Collins-Toker Agencies Ltd.
Dor-Lite Manufacturing Ltd.
Everlast Aluminum Ltd.
Farley Windows
Fentro Technologies Inc.
Imsent Inc.
Kawneer Company, Inc.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
Nor-Am Doors & Windows
Pollard Windows
Résiver
RW Coomber Hardware
Servitek Fenestration Inc.
Window City Industries Inc.
ARCHITECTURALGLASS
RESIDENTIAL DOORS
Aluminex Extrusions (1999) Ltd.
Alumitex Windows and Doors Inc.
Aribell Products Limited
Bonneville Solutions
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Clearview Patio Doors
Collins-Toker Agencies Ltd.
Dor-Lite Manufacturing Ltd.
Fentro Technologies Inc.
Maxdor Inc.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
Nor-Am Doors & Windows
Robert Windows
RW Coomber Hardware
Tru Tech Doors
SCREEN CHANNELS
Allmetal Inc.
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
LCS Precision Molding
MSA Screens
Screenco Manufacturing
Steve Brown Machinery Solutions
SCREEN DOORS
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Clearview Patio Doors
Groupe Promax
MEH Sales Ltd.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
MSA Screens
Promax
Screenco Manufacturing
SHIMS
Aribell Products Limited
Fenestration Components Intl.
Fentro Technologies Inc.
SPS Glass & Metals
SHOWER DOORS / ENCLOSURES
Accurate Glass & Mirror
Barrie Ltd.
American Shower Door
Barber Glass Industries Inc.
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Dalco Concept Inc.
Imsent Inc.
Prelco Inc.
SPS Glass & Metals
Vitrum Industries
SLIDING DOORS
A & D Prevost
Accurate Glass & Mirror
Barrie Ltd.
Alumicor Limited
Aluminex Extrusions (1999) Ltd.
Alumitex Windows
and Doors Inc.
Bonneville Solutions
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Clearview Patio Doors
Everlast Aluminum Ltd.
Fentro Technologies Inc.
Imsent Inc.
Kawneer Company, Inc.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
Nor-Am Doors & Windows
Pollard Windows
Prelco Inc.
Résiver
Robert Windows
Servitek Fenestration Inc.
Window City Industries Inc.
EQUIPMENT & MACHINERY
BENDING MACHINES
Ameri-Can Machinery Ltd.
Casso-Solar Technologies LLC
Collins-Toker Agencies Ltd.
Edgetech IG Inc.
Glaston America, Inc.
JRC Machinery
JSA Machinery Inc.
Marc Prevost Machinery Inc.
McKeegan Equipment & Supply Co.
BRUSHES
Kear Fabricating Inc.
Marc Prevost Machinery Inc.
COMPUTER SOFTWARE
Glas-Tek Software Solutions Inc.
GTS
Marc Prevost Machinery Inc.
Optima North America Inc.
PMS Software, Inc.
Windowmaker Software Ltd.
CORNER CLEANERS
Ameri-Can Machinery Ltd.
JRC Machinery
CRANES / HOISTS
Atlas Polar Company Ltd.
Intermac Canada
Marc Prevost Machinery Inc.
CUTTING TABLES / CNC
Ameri-Can Machinery Ltd.
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
De Gorter, Inc.
Intermac Canada
Glaston America, Inc.
Kear Fabricating Inc.
Marc Prevost Machinery Inc.
DRYING / CURING OVENS
Casso-Solar Technologies LLC
Intermac Canada
Marc Prevost Machinery Inc.
EDGING / BEVELLING / DRILLING / GRINDING
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
De Gorter, Inc.
Glasscraft
Glaston America, Inc.
Intermac Canada
Kear Fabricating Inc.
Marc Prevost Machinery Inc.
Steve Brown Machinery Solutions
FORKLIFT / HOOKLIFT
SYSTEMS
Atlas Polar Company Ltd.
Schodorf Truck Body & Equipment
ARCHITECTURALGLASS
GAS FILLING
Advanced Photonics Inc.
Ameri-Can Machinery Ltd.
Collins-Toker Agencies Ltd.
Edgetech IG Inc.
Erdman Automation Corp.
FDR Design Inc.
Marc Prevost Machinery Inc.
McKeegan Equipment & Supply Co.
MEH Sales Ltd.
Steve Brown Machinery Solutions
GLASS ASSEMBLY TABLES
Ameri-Can Machinery Ltd.
Edgetech IG Inc.
Erdman Automation Corp.
Intermac Canada
JSA Machinery
Kear Fabricating Inc.
McKeegan Equipment & Supply Co.
MEH Sales Ltd.
GLASS CUTTING
Ameri-Can Machinery Ltd.
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Glaston America, Inc.
Intermac Canada
Kear Fabricating Inc.
Marc Prevost Machinery Inc.
McKeegan Equipment & Supply Co.
Optima North America Inc.
Starlite Industries Inc.
GLASS FURNACES
Casso-Solar Technologies LLC
Glaston America, Inc.
Intermac Canada
Kear Fabricating Inc.
Mappi North America Corp. Inc.
Marc Prevost Machinery Inc.
GLASS HANDLING / VACUUM CUPS / LIFTERS
De Gorter, Inc.
Erdman Automation Corp.
Glassroll Fabrication Inc.
Glaston America, Inc.
Intermac Canada
Kear Fabricating Inc.
LCS Precision Molding
Marc Prevost Machinery Inc.
Wood’s Powr-Grip Co., Inc.
GLASS PROCESSING CHEMICALS
Intermac Canada
GLASS WASHING MACHINES
Ameri-Can Machinery Ltd.
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
De Gorter, Inc.
Kear Fabricating Inc.
Marc Prevost Machinery Inc.
MEH Sales Ltd.
Steve Brown Machinery Solutions
IG MANUFACTURING
Advanced Photonics Inc.
Ameri-Can Machinery Ltd.
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Collins-Toker Agencies Ltd.
De Gorter, Inc.
Dor-Lite Manufacturing Ltd.
Edgetech IG Inc.
Erdman Automation Corp.
Fenzi North America
FNA Equipment Services
Glassroll Fabrication Inc.
Intermac Canada
Marc Prevost Machinery Inc.
MEH Sales Ltd.
Precision Glass Services Inc.
Steve Brown Machinery Solutions
INSTALLATION / CUTTING TOOLS / BLADES
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Courage Distributing Inc.
EDTM, Inc.
McKeegan Equipment & Supply Co.
Starlite Industries Inc.
Wood’s Powr-Grip Co., Inc.
LAMINATING
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Casso-Solar Technologies LLC
De Gorter, Inc.
Glasslam
Glaston America, Inc.
Intermac Canada
Mappi North America Corp. Inc.
Marc Prevost Machinery Inc.
MEH Sales Ltd.
Steve Brown Machinery Solutions
LASER ETCHING
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Kear Fabricating Inc.
Marc Prevost Machinery Inc.
Precision Group Laseretch & Design
MAST CLIMBERS / ACCESS EQUIPMENT
Klimer Platforms Inc.
MEASURING / TESTING
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
EDTM, Inc.
FDR Design Inc.
Intermac Canada
METAL FABRICATION
Ameri-Can Machinery Ltd.
Glassroll Fabrication Inc.
Intermac Canada
McKeegan Equipment & Supply Co.
Steve Brown Machinery Solutions
POLISHING
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
De Gorter, Inc.
Glaston America, Inc.
Intermac Canada
Marc Prevost Machinery Inc.
Starlite Industries Inc.
SANDBLASTING
MACHINES
De Gorter, Inc.
Marc Prevost Machinery Inc.
SAWS
Ameri-Can Machinery Ltd.
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
De Gorter, Inc.
Erdman Automation Corp.
Glasscraft
Intermac Canada
JRC Machinery
Marc Prevost Machinery Inc.
McKeegan Equipment & Supply Co.
Starlite Industries Inc.
SCREEN PRINTING MACHINES
Casso-Solar Technologies LLC
Marc Prevost Machinery Inc.
Steve Brown Machinery Solutions
TEMPERING / BENDING OVENS
De Gorter, Inc.
Edgetech IG Inc.
Glaston America, Inc.
Intermac Canada
Mappi North America Corp. Inc.
Marc Prevost Machinery Inc.
Steve Brown Machinery Solutions
TRUCKS / TRANSPORTATION
American Rack LLC
F. Barkow Inc.
JRC Machinery
Klaas Swaving Ltd.
Schodorf Truck Body & Equipment
Weldco Sales Inc.
WATERJET CUTTING
Crossroads C&I Distributors Inc.
De Gorter, Inc.
Flow International Corp.
Intermac Canada
Marc Prevost Machinery Inc.
WHEELS / DRILL BITS
Ameri-Can Machinery Ltd.
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
De Gorter, Inc.
Glasscraft
Intermac Canada
Marc Prevost Machinery Inc.
Starlite Industries Inc.
GLASS PRODUCTS
BENT
Dalco Concept Inc.
Dlubak Corp.
Prelco Inc.
SPS Glass & Metals
Surface Products Inc.
Xinyi Auto Glass (North America)
BEVELLED / EDGED / GROOVED
Accurate Glass & Mirror Barrie Ltd.
Air-Tite Insulating Glass
Barber Glass Industries Inc.
BW Deco Glass
City Thermo Pane
Courage Distributing Inc.
Ideal Glass
Kits Glass Ltd.
Prelco Inc.
SPS Glass & Metals
Surface Products Inc.
Vitrum Industries
Walker Glass
BULLET RESISTANT
Barber Glass Industries Inc.
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
City Thermo Pane
Dlubak Corp.
Glasslam
Glassopolis
Precision Glass Services Inc.
Prelco Inc.
Ready Access
Technical Glass Products
Vitrum Industries
CERAMIC FRIT GLASS
Barber Glass Industries Inc.
City Thermo Pane
Prelco Inc.
Viracon
Vitrum Industries
Xinyi Auto Glass (North America)
CHANNEL GLASS
Bendheim
Pilkington North America
Surface Products Inc.
Technical Glass Products
COATED
Air-Tite Insulating Glass
Barber Glass Industries Inc.
City Thermo Pane
Pilkington North America
SPS Glass & Metals
Surface Products Inc.
Tru-Vu Inc.
Viracon
Vitrum Industries
Xinyi Auto Glass (North America)
DECORATIVE
Accurate Glass & Mirror Barrie Ltd.
Air-Tite Insulating Glass
Aribell Products Limited
Barber Glass Industries Inc.
Bendheim
BW Deco Glass
City Thermo Pane
Collins-Toker Agencies Ltd.
Courage Distributing Inc.
Dlubak Corp.
Dor-Lite Manufacturing Ltd.
Glasslam
Glassopolis
Kits Glass Ltd.
Maxdor Inc.
MEH Sales Ltd.
Pilkington North America
Precision Group Laseretch & Design
RW Coomber Hardware
SPS Glass & Metals
Surface Products Inc.
Technical Glass Products
Tru Tech Doors
Viracon
Vitrum Industries
Walker Glass
FIREPLACE GLASS
Precision Glass Services Inc.
FLOAT
Accurate Glass & Mirror Barrie Ltd.
Air-Tite Insulating Glass
Barber Glass Industries Inc.
Bendheim
City Thermo Pane
Dalco Concept Inc.
High Performance Glazing Inc.
Ideal Glass
Kits Glass Ltd.
Pilkington North America
Surface Products Inc.
Tru-Vu Inc.
Vitrum Industries
Xinyi Auto Glass (North America)
FUSED
SPS Glass & Metals
GLASS BLOCK
City Thermo Pane
HEAT RADIANT
City Thermo Pane
Glassopolis
Prelco Inc.
Tecniglas, Div. of ProScience Inc.
HEAT RESISTANT
Barber Glass Industries Inc.
City Thermo Pane
Glassopolis
Precision Glass Services Inc.
Technical Glass Products
Tecniglas, Div. of ProScience Inc.
LAMINATED
Air-Tite Insulating Glass
Aribell Products Limited
Barber Glass Industries Inc.
Bendheim
City Thermo Pane
Dlubak Corp.
Glasslam
Glassopolis
High Performance Glazing Inc.
Ideal Glass
Kits Glass Ltd.
MEH Sales Ltd.
Precision Glass Services Inc.
Prelco Inc.
SPS Glass & Metals
Surface Products Inc.
Technical Glass Products
Tru-Vu Inc.
Viracon
Vitrum Industries
Xinyi Auto Glass (North America)
LAMINATEDDECORATIVE
Barber Glass Industries Inc.
Bendheim
City Thermo Pane
Glasslam
Glassopolis
MEH Sales Ltd.
Prelco Inc.
SPS Glass & Metals
Surface Products Inc.
Tru Tech Doors
Vitrum Industries
MIRROR - FLAT
Accurate Glass & Mirror Barrie Ltd.
Air-Tite Insulating Glass
City Thermo Pane
Dalco Concept Inc.
Ideal Glass
Kits Glass Ltd.
SPS Glass & Metals
Tru-Vu Inc.
Vitrum Industries
Walker Glass
MIRROR - HEATED
Air-Tite Insulating Glass
City Thermo Pane
SPS Glass & Metals
PATTERN
Accurate Glass & Mirror Barrie Ltd.
Air-Tite Insulating Glass
City Thermo Pane
Courage Distributing Inc.
Dor-Lite Manufacturing Ltd.
Glasscraft
Ideal Glass
Pilkington North America
SPS Glass & Metals
Surface Products Inc.
Tru-Vu Inc.
Vitrum Industries
SCREENED / ETCHED / FRIT
Accurate Glass & Mirror Barrie Ltd.
Barber Glass Industries Inc.
City Thermo Pane
Dalco Concept Inc.
Dlubak Corp.
Ideal Glass
Kits Glass Ltd.
Maxdor Inc.
Pilkington North America
Precision Group Laseretch & Design
Prelco Inc.
SPS Glass & Metals
Surface Products Inc.
Viracon
Vitrum Industries
Walker Glass
Xinyi Auto Glass (North America)
SOLAR
Barber Glass Industries Inc.
City Thermo Pane
Pilkington North America
Xinyi Auto Glass (North America)
ARCHITECTURALGLASS
SPANDREL
Air-Tite Insulating Glass
Barber Glass Industries Inc.
Dlubak Corp.
High Performance Glazing Inc.
Prelco Inc.
SPS Glass & Metals
Surface Products Inc.
Tru-Vu Inc.
Viracon
Vitrum Industries
Xinyi Auto Glass (North America)
STAINED
Bendheim
BW Deco Glass
City Thermo Pane
Courage Distributing Inc.
Glasscraft
Kits Glass Ltd.
Maxdor Inc.
SPS Glass & Metals
STRENGTHENED / TEMPERED
Accurate Glass & Mirror Barrie Ltd.
Air-Tite Insulating Glass
Barber Glass Industries Inc.
Bendheim
City Thermo Pane
Dalco Concept Inc.
Dlubak Corp.
High Performance Glazing Inc.
Kits Glass Ltd.
Prelco Inc.
SPS Glass & Metals
Surface Products Inc.
Technical Glass Products
Tru-Vu Inc.
Viracon
Vitrum Industries
Xinyi Auto Glass (North America)
TRANSLUCENT GLAZING
Barber Glass Industries Inc.
Dlubak Corp.
WIRED
Air-Tite Insulating Glass
Barber Glass Industries Inc.
City Thermo Pane
Glassopolis
Precision Glass Services Inc.
Surface Products Inc.
Technical Glass Products
Tecniglas, Div. of ProScience Inc.
Tru-Vu Inc.
Vitrum Industries
GLAZING MATERIALS
FILM, ARCHITECTURAL GRAPHIC
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Courage Distributing Inc.
Ener-Gard Energy Products Inc.
Gaudet’s Architectural Products Ltd.
ProMark Window Film & Blinds Inc.
SPS Glass & Metals
Suntec Products Inc.
FILM, DECORATIVE
Courage Distributing Inc.
ProMark Window Film & Blinds Inc.
FILM, EDGE RETENTION SYSTEMS
Courage Distributing Inc.
ProMark Window Film & Blinds Inc.
FILM, SAFETY / SECURITY
Courage Distributing Inc.
Ener-Gard Energy Products Inc.
Gaudet’s Architectural Products Ltd.
Glasscraft
MEH Sales Ltd.
Precision Glass Services Inc.
ProMark Window Film & Blinds Inc.
ShurTape Technologies Co.
SPS Glass & Metals
Suntec Products Inc.
FILM, SOLAR CONTROL
Courage Distributing Inc.
Ener-Gard Energy Products Inc.
Gaudet’s Architectural Products Ltd.
Glasscraft
ProMark Window Film & Blinds Inc.
SPS Glass & Metals
Suntec Products Inc.
FIRE-RATED GLAZING
Glassopolis
MEH Sales Ltd.
Precision Glass Services Inc.
Technical Glass Products
Tecniglas, Div. of ProScience Inc.
MIRROR BACKING, SAFETY
Accurate Glass & Mirror Barrie Ltd.
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
ShurTape Technologies Co.
Walker Glass
MULLIONS
Fenestration Components Intl. Kawneer Company, Inc.
Renko® Rubber Canada, Inc.
Tru Tech Doors
MUNTINS
Allmetal Inc.
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Fenestration Components Intl. Kawneer Company, Inc.
Steve Brown Machinery Solutions
Tru Tech Doors
PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS
Precision Glass Services Inc.
RADIATION SHIELDING
Glassopolis
Precision Glass Services Inc.
SPS Glass & Metals
Technical Glass Products
Tecniglas, Div. of ProScience Inc.
ARCHITECTURALGLASS
INSULATING GLASS & SUPPLIES
CORNER KEYS
Allmetal Inc.
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Fenzi North America
LCS Precision Molding
RW Coomber Hardware
Steve Brown Machinery Solutions
DESSICANTS
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Fenzi North America
Steve Brown Machinery Solutions
IG UNITS
Air-Tite Insulating Glass
Allmetal Inc.
City Thermo Pane
Dor-Lite Manufacturing Ltd.
Glassopolis
High Performance Glazing Inc.
Kits Glass Ltd.
Precision Glass Services Inc.
Prelco Inc.
Tecniglas, Div. of ProScience Inc.
Tru-Vu Inc.
Unicel Architectural
Viracon
Vitrum Industries
PACKAGING / LABELLING MATERIAL
Fenzi North America
PLUGS / RIVETS
LCS Precision Molding
Steve Brown Machinery Solutions
Tec-N-Tec Inc.
SPACE BARS / WARM EDGE
Allmetal Inc.
Azon USA Inc.
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Collins-Toker Agencies Ltd.
Edgetech IG Inc.
Fenestration Components Intl.
Fenzi North America
Glasslam
High Performance Glazing Inc.
MEH Sales Ltd.
Steve Brown Machinery Solutions
METAL PRODUCTS
ALUMINUM BACKPANS
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
Southern Aluminum Finishing
ARCHITECTURAL METAL PANELS
A & D Prevost
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Grant Metal Products Ltd.
Southern Aluminum Finishing
SPS Glass & Metals
BENT SHAPES
A & D Prevost
Grant Metal Products Ltd.
McKeegan Equipment & Supply Co.
Southern Aluminum Finishing
CLADDING
A & D Prevost
Aribell Products Limited
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Grant Metal Products Ltd.
Screenco Manufacturing
Southern Aluminum Finishing
SPS Glass & Metals
CURTAINWALL SYSTEMS
A & D Prevost
Alumicor Limited
Aluminex Extrusions (1999) Ltd.
AC.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Kawneer Company, Inc.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
Nor-Am Doors & Windows
Technical Glass Products
Thorn Services
Unicel Architectural
ENTRANCES / STOREFRONTS
A & D Prevost
Alumicor Limited
Aluminex Extrusions (1999) Ltd.
AC.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Kawneer Company, Inc.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
Nor-Am Doors & Windows
Ready Access
Technical Glass Products
Thorn Services
EXTERNAL SHADING
SYSTEMS
A & D Prevost
Aluminex Extrusions (1999) Ltd.
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Kawneer Company, Inc.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
EXTRUSIONS / PULTRUSIONS
A & D Prevost
Aluminex Extrusions (1999) Ltd.
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Fentro Technologies Inc.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
Southern Aluminum Finishing
SPS Glass & Metals
FIRE-RATED METAL PRODUCTS
Glassopolis
Kawneer Company, Inc.
Nor-Am Doors & Windows
Precision Glass Services Inc.
Technical Glass Products
Tecniglas, Div. of ProScience Inc.
FLASHING
A & D Prevost
Aluminex Extrusions (1999) Ltd.
Grant Metal Products Ltd.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
Nor-Am Doors & Windows
Southern Aluminum Finishing
PREFORMED ALUMINUM WALL PANELS
A & D Prevost
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Southern Aluminum Finishing
SLOPED GLAZING SYSTEMS / SKYLIGHTS
A & D Prevost
Alumicor Limited
Aluminex Extrusions (1999) Ltd.
AKawneer Company, Inc.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
Nor-Am Doors & Windows
Thorn Services
Unicel Architectural
STRUCTURAL GLAZING SYSTEMS
A & D Prevost
Aluminex Extrusions (1999) Ltd.
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Kawneer Company, Inc.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
SUNSCREEN SYSTEMS
A & D Prevost
Aluminex Extrusions (1999) Ltd.
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Fentro Technologies Inc.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
SEALANTS
BUTYL
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
CDS
Collins-Toker Agencies Ltd.
Fenzi North America
MEH Sales Ltd.
Royal Adhesives & Sealants
Sika Canada Inc.
Steve Brown Machinery Solutions
Vitrum Industries
GASKETS
CDS
Collins-Toker Agencies Ltd.
Fenestration Components Intl.
Fentro Technologies Inc.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
HOT MELT
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Collins-Toker Agencies Ltd.
Fenestration Components Intl.
Fenzi North America
Steve Brown Machinery Solutions
Tec-N-Tec Inc.
Vitrum Industries
POLYSULPHIDE
CDS
Fenzi North America
Steve Brown Machinery Solutions
Vitrum Industries
POLYURETHANE
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc. CDS
Fenestration Components Intl.
MEH Sales Ltd.
Royal Adhesives & Sealants
Sika Canada Inc.
Steve Brown Machinery Solutions
SILICONE CDS
Collins-Toker Agencies Ltd.
Courage Distributing Inc.
Crossroads C&I Distributors Inc.
MEH Sales Ltd.
Renko® Rubber Canada, Inc.
Royal Adhesives & Sealants
Servitek Fenestration Inc.
Sika Canada Inc.
Steve Brown Machinery Solutions
Vitrum Industries
TAPE / GLAZING
Adhesives Research
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
CDS
Collins-Toker Agencies Ltd.
Fenestration Components Intl.
MEH Sales Ltd.
RW Coomber Hardware
Servitek Fenestration Inc.
Steve Brown Machinery Solutions
TAPE / MUNTIN MOUNTING
Adhesives Research CDS
Collins-Toker Agencies Ltd.
Fenestration Components Intl.
MEH Sales Ltd.
RW Coomber Hardware
Steve Brown Machinery Solutions
SERVICES
ANODIZING / PAINTING
A & D Prevost
Alumicor Limited
Fentro Technologies Inc.
Kawneer Company, Inc.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
Southern Aluminum Finishing
SPS Glass & Metals
BENDING, GLASS
Dalco Concept Inc.
Dlubak Corp.
Glasscraft
Prelco Inc.
BEVELLING, GLASS
Accurate Glass & Mirror Barrie Ltd.
BW Deco Glass
Glasscraft
Ideal Glass
SPS Glass & Metals
BUSINESS COMMUNICATION / MARKETING SERVICES
Edgetech IG Inc.
GTS
WTS Paradigm
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
SOFTWARE
GTS
DIAMOND WHEEL REDRESSING
De Gorter, Inc.
Marc Prevost Machinery Inc.
DIGITAL-BASED GLASS DECORATION
SPS Glass & Metals
DRILLING, GLASS
Accurate Glass & Mirror Barrie Ltd.
Barber Glass Industries Inc.
Dalco Concept Inc.
Dlubak Corp.
Glasscraft
Ideal Glass
SPS Glass & Metals
Vitrum Industries
EDGING, GLASS
Accurate Glass & Mirror Barrie Ltd.
Barber Glass Industries Inc.
Dalco Concept Inc.
Dlubak Corp.
Glasscraft
Ideal Glass
SPS Glass & Metals
Vitrum Industries
FENESTRATION
SOFTWARE
Windowmaker Software Ltd.
WTS Paradigm
FINISHING
Accurate Glass & Mirror Barrie Ltd.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
HEAT SOAKING
Barber Glass Industries Inc.
Dlubak Corp.
Prelco Inc.
MACHINERY REPAIR
De Gorter, Inc.
Fenzi North America
FNA Equipment Services
Glaston America, Inc.
JRC Machinery
Mappi North America Corp. Inc.
Marc Prevost Machinery Inc.
Wood’s Powr-Grip Co., Inc.
METAL BENDING / STRETCHING
Dlubak Corp.
Grant Metal Products Ltd.
Rimac Metal Curving Specialists
Southern Aluminum Finishing
METAL CUTTING
Grant Metal Products Ltd.
Rimac Metal Curving Specialists
Southern Aluminum Finishing
METAL PUNCHING
Glas-Tek Software Solutions Inc.
Grant Metal Products Ltd.
Rimac Metal Curving Specialists
Southern Aluminum Finishing
Tec-N-Tec Inc.
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING / CONSULTING
Prohaska Engineering (DT)
Thorn Services
ROLLFORMING
Allmetal Inc.
Dlubak Corp.
Fenestration Components Intl.
MSA Screens
SANDBLASTING
BW Deco Glass
Dalco Concept Inc.
Glasscraft
Maxdor Inc.
SPS Glass & Metals
TESTING LABORATORIES
AIR-INS Inc.
Can-Best
EDTM, Inc.
SUPPLIES & HARDWARE
ABRASIVES
CDS
Glasscraft
Marc Prevost Machinery Inc.
Starlite Industries Inc.
ADHESIVES
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
CDS
Collins-Toker Agencies Ltd.
Crossroads C&I Distributors Inc.
Fenzi North America
FNA Equipment Services
MEH Sales Ltd.
Servitek Fenestration Inc.
Sika Canada Inc.
Tec-N-Tec Inc.
ARCHITECTURAL METAL PAINTS
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
COOLANTS / LUBRICANTS
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
De Gorter, Inc.
Marc Prevost Machinery Inc.
MEH Sales Ltd.
CURTAINWALL ANCHORS / FASTENER SCREWS
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Crossroads C&I Distributors Inc.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
DECORATIVE GLASS SUPPIES
Aribell Products Limited
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Collins-Toker Agencies Ltd.
Courage Distributing Inc.
Dalco Concept Inc.
Glasscraft
MEH Sales Ltd.
SPS Glass & Metals
ARCHITECTURALGLASS
DECORATIVE STRIP / GRILLS / ACCENTS
Allmetal Inc.
Aribell Products Limited
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
SPS Glass & Metals
ETCHING SUPPLIES
Glasscraft
GLASS CLEANING
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
CDS
Fenzi North America
FNA Equipment Services
MEH Sales Ltd.
GLASS SHOWCASE
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Dalco Concept Inc.
Enixus Trade Ltd.
GLAZING TOOLS
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
CDS
EDTM, Inc.
Glasscraft
Wood’s Powr-Grip Co., Inc.
INSULATION
Crossroads C&I Distributors Inc.
Imsent Inc.
MIRROR HARDWARE
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Glasscraft
Imsent Inc.
MEH Sales Ltd.
MIRROR MASTIC
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
CDS
Glasscraft
POLISHING COMPOUNDS
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
De Gorter, Inc.
Glasscraft
Marc Prevost Machinery Inc.
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
CDS
SEALANT / ADHESIVE DISPENSING EQUIPMENT
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
CDS
Fenzi North America
FNA Equipment Services
MEH Sales Ltd.
Steve Brown Machinery Solutions
SETTING BLOCKS / SHIMS
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
CDS
Collins-Toker Agencies Ltd.
Edgetech IG Inc.
Fenestration Components Intl.
LCS Precision Molding
RW Coomber Hardware
Servitek Fenestration Inc.
SPS Glass & Metals
SHELVING / TABLE CONNECTORS
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Dalco Concept Inc.
STIFFENERS, STEEL
Fenestration Components Intl.
Screenco Manufacturing
WEATHERSTRIPPING
Aribell Products Limited
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
CDS
Collins-Toker Agencies Ltd.
Creative Extruded Products, Inc.
Fenestration Components Intl.
Imsent Inc.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
Renko® Rubber Canada, Inc.
RW Coomber Hardware
Servitek Fenestration Inc.
WINDOW PROFILES
ALUMINUM
A & D Prevost
Air-Tite Insulating Glass
Alumicor Limited
Aluminex Extrusions (1999) Ltd.
Alumitex Windows and Doors Inc.
Bonneville Solutions
Caldwell Manufacturing North America, LLC
Everlast Aluminum Ltd.
Imsent Inc.
Kawneer Company, Inc.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
Ready Access
Renko® Rubber Canada, Inc.
Servitek Fenestration Inc.
Technical Glass Products
Windowmaker Software Ltd.
FIBREGLASS
Caldwell Manufacturing North America, LLC
Imsent Inc.
Renko® Rubber Canada, Inc.
Servitek Fenestration Inc.
Windowmaker Software Ltd.
HOLLOW METAL
Precision Glass Services Inc.
PVC / VINYL
Air-Tite Insulating Glass
Alumitex Windows and Doors Inc.
Bonneville Solutions
Caldwell Manufacturing North America, LLC
Everlast Aluminum Ltd.
Farley Windows
Imsent Inc.
Northome Comfort Windows Inc.
Pollard Windows
Renko® Rubber Canada, Inc.
Robert Windows
Servitek Fenestration Inc.
Vi-Lux
Vision Extrusions Limited
Westech Building Products
Limited
ARCHITECTURALGLASS
Window City Industries Inc.
Windowmaker Software Ltd.
WOOD
Caldwell Manufacturing North America, LLC
Pollard Windows
Renko® Rubber Canada, Inc.
Robert Windows
Servitek Fenestration Inc.
Technical Glass Products
Windowmaker Software Ltd.
WINDOW STYLES
DOUBLE-HUNG
Air-Tite Insulating Glass
Alumicor Limited
Alumitex Windows and Doors Inc.
Bonneville Solutions
Caldwell Manufacturing North America, LLC
Everlast Aluminum Ltd.
Farley Windows
Kawneer Company, Inc.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
Pollard Windows
Robert Windows
Servitek Fenestration Inc.
Westech Building Products Limited
Window City Industries Inc.
Windowmaker Software Ltd.
DRIVE-THROUGH
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Ready Access
Windowmaker Software Ltd.
EXTRUSIONS
A & D Prevost
Allmetal Inc.
Aluminex Extrusions (1999) Ltd.
Fenestration Components Intl.
Imsent Inc.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
Ready Access
Vi-Lux
Vision Extrusions Limited
Westech Building Products Limited
FIRE RATED
Glassopolis
Kawneer Company, Inc.
Nor-Am Doors & Windows
Precision Glass Services Inc.
Technical Glass Products
Tecniglas, Div. of ProScience Inc.
Windowmaker Software Ltd.
FIXED
A & D Prevost
Alumicor Limited
Aluminex Extrusions (1999) Ltd.
Alumitex Windows and Doors Inc.
Bonneville Solutions
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Dor-Lite Manufacturing Ltd.
Everlast Aluminum Ltd.
Farley Windows
Glasscraft
Kawneer Company, Inc.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
Nor-Am Doors & Windows
Pollard Windows
Ready Access
Westech Building Products
Limited
Windowmaker Software Ltd.
HISTORIC RETROFIT
A & D Prevost
Alumicor Limited
Alumitex Windows and Doors Inc.
Everlast Aluminum Ltd.
Nor-Am Doors & Windows
Pollard Windows
Robert Windows
INJECTION MOLDING
Allmetal Inc.
Fenestration Components Intl.
Imsent Inc.
LCS Precision Molding
INTEGRAL OPERABLE
LOUVRES
A & D Prevost
Unicel Architectural
Windowmaker Software Ltd.
PROJECTED
A & D Prevost
Alumicor Limited
Aluminex Extrusions (1999) Ltd.
Alumitex Windows and Doors Inc.
Bonneville Solutions
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Everlast Aluminum Ltd.
Kawneer Company, Inc.
Nor-Am Doors & Windows
Pollard Windows
Westech Building Products
Limited
Windowmaker Software Ltd.
ROUND / SHAPED
A & D Prevost
Air-Tite Insulating Glass
Alumitex Windows and Doors Inc.
Bonneville Solutions
Everlast Aluminum Ltd.
Farley Windows
Glasscraft
Nor-Am Doors & Windows
Robert Windows
Window City Industries Inc.
Windowmaker Software Ltd.
SLIDING
Alumicor Limited
Alumitex Windows and Doors Inc.
Bonneville Solutions
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Dor-Lite Manufacturing Ltd.
Everlast Aluminum Ltd.
Farley Windows
Kawneer Company, Inc.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
Nor-Am Doors & Windows
Pollard Windows
Ready Access
Robert Windows
Servitek Fenestration Inc.
Westech Building Products
Limited
Windowmaker Software Ltd.
SOLARIUMS
Alumitex Windows and Doors Inc.
Everlast Aluminum Ltd.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
Windowmaker Software Ltd.
TILT-TURN
A & D Prevost
Alumicor Limited
Imsent Inc.
Servitek Fenestration Inc.
Windowmaker Software Ltd.
WINDOW CASEMENT
A & D Prevost
Air-Tite Insulating Glass
Alumicor Limited
Aluminex Extrusions (1999) Ltd.
Alumitex Windows and Doors Inc.
Bonneville Solutions
Caldwell Manufacturing North America, LLC
Dor-Lite Manufacturing Ltd.
Everlast Aluminum Ltd.
Farley Windows
Imsent Inc.
Kawneer Company, Inc.
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
Nor-Am Doors & Windows
Pollard Windows
Robert Windows
Servitek Fenestration Inc.
Westech Building Products
Limited
Windowmaker Software Ltd.
WINDOW HARDWARE
ACME Window Hardware
C.R. Laurence Company, Inc.
Caldwell Manufacturing North America, LLC
Canaropa
Farley Windows
Fenestration Components Intl.
Four-Jaks, Inc
Glass & Hardware Depot
Hoppe North America Inc.
Imsent Inc.
Interlock USA, Inc.
Kawneer Company, Inc.
LCS Precision Molding
Metro Aluminum Products Ltd.
Nor-Am Doors & Windows
RW Coomber Hardware
Servitek Fenestration Inc.
Truth Hardware
NEWPRODUCTS
New product from Bohle ‘protects glass perfectly’
New to the Bohle range of products are Armored corner protectors, a product that the company says protects glass perfectly. According to Bohle, whether the glass gets bumped or dropped, with the reusable corner protectors the impact is absorbed and the glass remains undamaged.
Bohle holds the exclusive worldwide distribution rights for the Armored corner protectors and is now launching the product in North America.
“It just makes sense,” explains Jim Droppelman, owner of Custom Glass Works in North Carolina.The family business is one of the first North America customers of Armored corner protectors. “Our company has the reputation for supplying high quality, polished tempered glass for frameless shower enclosures and specialist applications. We deliver and install in domestic homes, hotels and office spaces and most of the time the conditions are not ideal. Tight workspaces, unfinished building sites: we have seen them all. One wrong move during a tempered glass installation and you are counting the costs of replacing the panel and moving your finish date back a couple days. Working with Bohle’s new Armored corner protectors has given me one less thing to worry about during my installations.”
Armored corner protectors are available for 1/4-, 3/8-, 1/2- and 3/5-inch (6-, 10-, 12- and 15-millimetre) glass. A 5/16-inch (8-mm) version is coming soon.
To show the effect of the Armored corner protectors, Bohle has prepared a video that compares the new product with conventional corner protectors. The video can be accessed at www.bohle-america.com.
Unicel and TGP announce UL fire-rated privacy solution
Unicel Architectural and Technical Glass Products (TGP) has announced the availability of Unicel’s patented Vision Control louvres-in-glass combined with Pilkington Pyrostop glazing from TGP. This is the first such product assembly to achieve Underwriters Laboratories (UL) fire protection classification. Vision Control insulating glass units now incorporate glazing with fireratings of 45, 60 and 90 minutes.
“The UL Classified Vision Control and Pilkington Pyrostop solution meets a strong demand for fire-rated privacy systems, particularly in health-care environments,” said Jean-Francois Couturier, CEO of Unicel. “Architects have often struggled with the issue of specifying hygienic privacy control solutions that meet stringent hospital fire-rating requirements. By combining hermetically sealed, adjustable louvres with fire-resistant glazing, we provide a second-to-none solution to address both safety and privacy concerns. No other system provides this level of vision control flexibility with UL Classified fire-resistant glazing.”
The combined Vision Control and Pilkington Pyrostop glazing assembly has been UL fire-rated for doors, windows, transoms and sidelights.
“Today’s fire-rated glazing systems greatly expand design flexibility,” added Jeff Razwick, vice-president of business development for TGP. “Products like Pilkington Pyrostop have clarity and aesthetics similar to regular window glass, while providing protection from the high heat of building fires. And, they combine well with other systems such as Unicel’s Vision Control to offer a range of performance options. ”
Vision Control is a patented, hermetically sealed glass unit combining louvres within glass that can be customized to virtually any shape for interior or exterior glazing applications. Pilkington Pyrostop is a fire-rated and impact safety-rated glazing material that blocks radiant heat, helping protect people and valuables on the nonfire side of the glass where heat transfer might be a concern.TGP is the sole North American supplier of Pilkington Pyrostop.
For more information, please contact unicel@unicelarchitectural.com.
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by MARGARET WEBB
Margaret Webb is the executive director of the Insulating Glass Manufacturers Association (IGMA). She can be reached at mwebb@ igmaonline.org.
Ready for the next level of energy performance?
Since its formation in October 2000, the Insulating Glass Manufacturers Alliance (IGMA) has published five major technical manuals addressing pre- and post-fabrication subject matters in a straightforward, practical approach. In addition, we have developed a product certification program for the North American markets and completed three research projects, with a fourth currently underway.
Development of topical, timely, user-friendly manuals and guidelines is one of the primary areas of focus for IGMA. As Energy Star requirements become more and more stringent, triple- and quad-glazed insulating glass units will become the norm in many of the climatic zones.
Multiple airspace insulating glass (IG) units successfully address code requirements in those areas that require improved thermal performance. However, they come with particular requirements.
The Design Considerations for Multiple Airspace IGU task group convened for the first time in December 2009. Since then they have developed the draft text for identifying conditions that should be addressed when designing and fabricating triple- and quad-glazed insulating glass units.
In addition to ensuring that the glass is clean, the corners tight and sealant properly applied and consistent, multiple airspace IG units have special design considerations such as gas content, coatings and exterior condensation, thermal stress, wind load, stresses on seal system, fabrication techniques, altitude limits, glazing , non-structural intermediate layers, glass thickness and structural glazing applications.
Multiple airspace IG units are designed to improve thermal performance (i.e., U-factor). Accompanying this improvement is the fact that the outdoor glass surface temperature will become lower. Under certain conditions the glass temperature may drop below the dew point of the outside air. When this
Multiple airspace insulating glass (IG) units successfully address code requirements in those areas that require improved thermal performance.
INSULATING ISSUES
happens moisture will condense on surface number 1. It should be understood that when this happens, there is nothing wrong with the insulating glass unit.
The condensation shows that it has superior insulating properties. Under the right set of atmospheric conditions, it is possible to get condensation on surface number 1 of almost any IG unit. However, the lower the U-factor of the insulating glass, the greater the chance for exterior condensation. Surface number 1 anti-condensation coatings, on the exterior of the glazing, are designed to reduce the condensation effect, while minimizing changes to appearance or thermal/optical properties of the IG unit.
The location of the low-e coating within multiple airspace IG units can have vastly different effects, depending on where the glass surface is located. Low-e coatings facing either side of any given airspace could potentially increase glass temperature enough to have a negative impact.
For elevation or barometric considerations a multiple airspace IG unit is just one large cavity with the burden of expansion and contraction placed on the outboard glass. So, a quad with three 3/8-inch cavities and elevation or barometric factors are the same for a double-glazed IG unit with a cavity of 1-1/8 inches.Due to that large cavity the bowing of the outboard glass lite will be the same as if it were one large 1-1/8-inch cavity. However, for temperature expansion and contraction, it is very likely that the cavities will expand and contract at unequal rates unless there is some form of equalization between the cavities such as small “burn” holes or thinner glass on the inside lites.
Progress on this new publication is proceeding rapidly as the task group members recognize the immediate need for this information. Publication is expected in 2011 and the new manual will join IGMA’s other publications such as IGMA’s Glazing Guidelines, Visual Quality Guidelines, the IG Manufacturing Quality Procedures Manual, Design Guidelines for Acoustical Glass, Preventing IG Failures, and IGMA’s Glass Design program (which will be updated this year to address triple-glazed units).
On Oct. 2, 2010, IGMA turned 10 years old. Although the alliance is young, the organization’s roots go back to 1967 when the Insulating Glass Manufacturers Association of Canada and the Sealed Insulating Glass Manufacturers Association were both incorporated. IGMA is acknowledged internationally as the leading technical organization for insulating glass. •
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