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Saskatchewan premier Brad Wall released a white paper recently calling for a different approach to fighting climate change. In it, he identified “adaptation, innovation and taxation” as the three possible ways to address the problem. He said taxation does the most harm to the economy and the least to actually reduce emissions. Among other things, he called on the federal government to take the $2.65 billion it plans to give to developing countries and put it into the Low Carbon Economy Trust, where it can be used to fund Canadian research and innovation into helpful technologies.
This sounds like something our industry could get behind. At this summer’s Glass Connections in Ottawa we heard from Mark Silverberg of Technoform that studies show the building products industry can have by far the greatest impact on improving the overall sustainability of our economies – more even than sectors like energy or transportation. The Saskatchewan white paper mentions carbon capture and nuclear energy, but proposals for innovations that generate energy from building envelopes and help buildings to be carbon-neutral should also be well received.
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I’ve always been uncomfortable with the amount of focus governments have placed on conservation in their policy responses to the climate change threat. I understand why this has happened. Scientists have told us we need to do something quick, and turning off the lights is something that can happen right away. The problem is, it is rather difficult to work in the dark. The reality is, most conservation measures equate to a reduction in economic activity. Green industries specializing in climate-friendly products and services have so far relied heavily on government subsidies, which make the green economy a matter of wealth redistribution, not a genuinely new wealth-producing sector. Attempts to force consumer and industrial behaviour into climate-friendly directions through taxation have the same chilling effect on profits, household incomes and employment. We know we can reduce energy use by inducing recession, but the severity of recession that it would take to make the kind of reductions scientists call for would create more problems than it would solve. We live now in an urban, industrialized society. A return to horses and buggies is simply not feasible without a tragic human cost. Add to that the observation that tax dollars do not always seem to go where they are supposed to, and I can see where taxation is the least attractive of Wall’s three approaches. Cap-and-trade programs (taxation by another name) have a terrible track record for reducing emissions, mostly because they are actually focused on allowing emitters to continue emitting, albeit at a fee.
The white paper mentions adaptation, and this will indeed need to be an area for investment as the environment is impacted by climate change. But that’s obviously a matter of closing the barn door after the horse has left. We should feel some moral responsibility to prevent, as much as we can now, the species extinctions and environmental destruction that climate change will cause.
All things considered, I think developing new technologies that will deliver the benefits of industrial society without emitting greenhouse gasses is our best approach to really solving the climate change problem for the long term. And development and marketing of new technologies is an economic engine, not a brake.
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The Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC) has released a comprehensive industrywide set of Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for aluminum extrusions manufactured in the United States and Canada.
The EPDs quantify the “cradle-to-gate” lifecycle environmental impacts of aluminum extrusions. One EPD is for thermally-improved extrusions – of particular interest for fenestration applications – and one covers extrusions that have not been thermally improved. Both provide data for mill finish, painted and anodized products, so architects and designers can assess the environmental impacts of finishing and thermal improvement decisions. The EPD’s are based on a detailed study of the process inputs and outputs of 11 AEC member extruders. Thirty separate facilities, located across the U.S. and Canada, with more than 85 extrusion presses and a variety of finishing and thermal improvement facilities, were included in the study. In aggregate, extrusion production of 1.7 billion pounds, or about one-third of the North American total for 2015, was covered in the study. Based on a peer-reviewed lifecycle assessment (LCA), these EPDs can help designers achieve the credits required for building certification within Leadership
in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) and other green building rating programs.
Lewie Smith, chairman of the AEC’s Building and Construction Industry Promotion Team and president of Jordan Aluminum in Memphis, Tenn., a participant in the EPD program, noted, “We are extremely pleased to bring such a comprehensive set of EPDs to the building and construction community. Between the EPDs and the foundation LCA study, building professionals have access to new detailed information about the environmental impact of extrusions, the billet used in their production, and the downstream finishing and thermal improvement processes.”
Jeff Henderson, AEC president, added, “This project is an important step in our effort to document and improve the environmental performance of our industry in the U.S. and Canada. While LEED practitioners are a key constituency for this work, we see more and more extrusion users – particularly those in consumer oriented industries – asking for environmental information.”
Copies of the two EPDs, as well as the more-detailed LCA that serves as the EPD background report can be downloaded at aec.org.
AmesburyTruth has named James Larson chief operating officer. Larson brings over 10 years of fenestration manufacturing experience to his new position. He held internal positions as director of operations for balance manufacturing, vice-president of hardware operations and his most recent role as vice president of global supply chain. Larson complements his AmesburyTruth experience with prior non-fenestration positions including environmental health and safety compliance, manufacturing engineering, account management, quoting, engineering management and plant management. With this experience, he worked directly with suppliers, customers and internal operations to improve value delivery, safety and efficiency. In his new role, Larson will oversee and have responsibility for all North American operations, global supply chain, quality management, and continuous improvement activity for hardware, seals and extrusions.
Larson has a Bachelor of Science in industrial engineering, a wife and two sons.
Oneof the main functions of CGA is to represent and support the interests of the glass and related industries at the national level in matters of building codes, standards legislation and other industry related matters. In addition, CGA serves as the voice of our membership with allied glass-related construction associations and disseminates information from these associations to our membership.
One of the ways CGA achieves these functions is through the activity of the Technical Committee. In 2016 the CGA Technical Committee was highly active, particularly in the area of wired glass. In late 2015, Global TV aired a segment on wired glass. Thanks to the Technical Committee’s timely efforts, CGA was able to distribute a wired glass advisory addressing troubling issues connected with the material, such as injuries associated with human impact. The CGA wired glass advisory not only advised against the continued use of wired glass, but suggested more modern fire-rated applications be used in its place.
Another significant activity coming out of the Technical Committee in 2016 was to join the Glazing Industry Codes Committee (GICC). GICC is designed to establish a better understanding and acceptance of architectural glass, glazing materials and glazing systems as safe, efficient, effective and economical. GICC promotes this understanding among building code organizations, federal, provincial and local regulatory agencies and to the
general public. Participating in GICC will allow CGA increased access to become better informed as industry about the activities of these organizations, officials and agencies.
Going forward into 2017 the CGA Technical Committee will review the Canadian national standards for glass as they are set to expire soon. Action has not yet been determined, however the Committee will be sure to inform CGA members should any proposals be made. The next CGA Technical Committee meeting will take place in late November. The committee is seeking additional volunteers. If any CGA members are interested in serving on the Technical Committee please complete the “Contact Us” form on the CGA website.
TheOGMA held its fall tournament at the prestigious Country Club in Woodbridge at the end of September with over 100 members and guests com-
ing out for an outstanding day on a renowned course followed by an exceptionally good dinner. So impressed were all the attendees that the OGMA has already booked the same venue for Sept. 21, 2017.
Mark your calendar for Jan. 19 and plan on attending our lunch-and-learn seminar at the Richmond Hill Golf Club, Richvale Room. Geza Banfai, a member of the advisory group to the Ontario CLA review team, will be presenting the changes being proposed to the CLA and discuss the benefits of the changes to our industry and how this new law will affect your business in the future once the legislation has been enacted. Workplace Safety and Prevention Services will also be giving us an update on legislation and changes to accessibility and labour laws.
For our spring seminar, Sergei Mihalenko will be presenting an informative seminar on the application of and codes governing the use of glass in railings and balustrades. Dates and details will be forthcoming.
OGMA members have had nothing but rave reviews for the Pipers Heath Golf Club so
we’re going to be holding our spring golf tournament there again on May 25, 2017.
ThePGAA met on Nov. 20.
The new website is up and running and we are set to release the new membership database in a consolidated, province-wide format. Training has been conducted so the Glass and Architectural Metals Association and the Glass Trades Association can independently update minutes, events and the database. We held our annual golf tournament August 18 and had a good turnout, slightly down from past years. Plans are underway for a new location for 2017 and for a revitalized tournament that will bring back the numbers seen before. Business continues quite strong throughout the province, despite the oil industry’s continuing woes, with Edmonton particularly strong and Calgary and rural markets a bit softer.
The Master Glazier program is almost ready to launch its second course, Doors and Related Hardware, and will be followed by two more courses, developed simultaneously. It is hoped that the full program (nine courses) will be ready by the end of 2018. Our next board meeting is January 11.
The OGMA presented Mary Leaman of the Ladies’ Auxiliary of the Canadian Italian Business and Professional Association with a donation of $2,000 to go towards their fundraising efforts for the Princess Margaret Hospital’s Ovarian Cancer program.
Members of Prompt Payment Ontario (PPO) congratulated the Ontario Government on the release of the Construction Lien Act Review Report. Members of PPO participated in the consultation process for the review and say they are looking forward to working with the government on the creation and introduction of legislation to modernize the Construction Lien Act in the spring of 2017. The CLA Review recognizes that delinquent payments in the construction sector lead to many issues beyond financial instability. Employment rates are lower and apprenticeship opportunities have been decreased due to financial risk. Moreover, some trade contractors resort to offloading payroll risk by increasing
the number of self-employed, independent operators in their workforce, thus increasing the underground economy. As late payment puts employers at risk it also increases the risk to workers’ pension and benefit plans. Moreover, the increase in late payment risk in the construction industry not only has negative consequences for the workers and businesses, but also the provincial government. Government construction costs are higher because trade contractors must incorporate the risk of late payment into their bids. The increased risk also reduced the amount of work trade contractors can afford to take on, thus reducing the bidding pool for projects. PPO thanked Bruce Reynolds and Sharon Vogel for their diligent efforts in undertaking this critical review, as well as the ongoing support and cooperation of various ministers and members of provincial parliament. Members of PPO are looking forward to working with parliamentarians on implementing prompt payment legislation in Ontario as soon as possible. PPO also thanked their various members, particularly its union partners on behalf of workers, who have provided ongoing support in this endeavour.
Allan Windows Group and Global Architectural Metals Group, two leaders in the design, manufacture and installation of commercial and residential glazing, cladding, railing, skylight and entry systems, have announced that they have merged all of their respective operations under one name brand. The two groups, both established names in the North American architecture, design and construction markets, have set high standards for quality, design innovation and performance for over 60 years. Effective immediately, the company will operate under the unifying brand-name, BVGlazing Systems. The coming together of two innovators in the commercial and residential construction arena brings
tremendous new opportunity to their entire customer base, the company said. As a cohesive, collaborative whole, BVGlazing now draws upon considerably larger financial, engineering and design resources to develop bold new products. Forward-thinking architects and builders will enjoy more creative latitude and interaction than they’ve ever known before.The new brand name unifies Allan Window Technologies USA/Canada, Allan Window Technologies Railing Division, Global Architectural Metals USA/Canada, Global Architectural Contracting, Lord and Burnham Skylights, Highrise Window Technologies and Building Value Corporation under the BVGlazing Systems brand.
HHH Tempering Resources has announced the addition of John Krahel to its technical team. Krahel joins the team as a senior technician based in Nashville, Tenn. With over 20 years of glass industry experience and a passion for enhancing the customer experience, HHH says Krahel is an excellent addition to its technical staff. Before joining the HHH team, Krahel served glass fabricators throughout North America. One of his most notable roles was as managing engineer at Cool Temper, where he served for 11 years as the sole manager of all U.S. operations. His comprehensive technical skills include machinery installation, operational strategy, machinery and parts repair, troubleshooting and customer care. Krahel’s primary goal is to consistently provide excellent technical expertise and service. He will continue his commitment to the customer as a member of the HHH team.
“As industry-leading technical experts, we are always looking for the products, services and talent to best serve glass fabricators. John Krahel has the technical talent, customer focus and team mindset that mirrors the HHH tradition. We’re proud to have him join our team,” Mike Synon, HHH president said.
Phil Gussakovsky has been appointed general manager of Winnipeg-based Glass 8. Glass 8 specializes in curtainwall fabrication, interior glass, emergency glazing and glass design and consulation. While Gussakovsky is new to Glass 8, he is well known to many in the industry, bringing over 25 years of commercial glazing and management experience to the team, including the past 4 1/2 years as glazing manager for Flynn Winnipeg. He will be based permanently in the Glass 8 Winnipeg office and fabrication centre at 1541 Dugald Road.
EY Canada has recognized an impressive group of Ontario entrepreneurs for their financial performance, vision, leadership, personal integrity and entrepreneurial spirit. The firm named 50 finalists across 10 categories in its EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Ontario 2016 awards program and Agnora president, Richard Wilson, was selected in the manufacturing category for deploying leading edge technology and top-performing equipment to fabricate the largest architectural glass in North America.
The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) has released a new Healthy Workplaces website that brings together some of the best information, tools and resources available to help employers, workers, and practitioners participate in making their workplaces healthy and safe. A healthy and productive workplace culture that creates an environment promoting employee mental and physical health, as well as productivity and organizational effectiveness, can benefit employers and employees alike. Featuring a mobile friendly layout and design, Healthy Workplaces provides a single point of access to credible
“Entrepreneurs have big ideas and take risks as they innovate, create jobs, generate wealth and invest in communities across the country,” says François Tellier, Entrepreneur Of The Year national program director. “Ontario has so many impressive and successful entrepreneurs, and I know it wasn’t an easy task for the independent panel of judges to narrow down from 165 nominees to 50 finalists. We’re very proud to celebrate this group.”
information on topics related to creating healthy workplaces such as active living, aging workers, occupational diseases, ergonomics, and mental health.
“The impact of a healthy workplace is far reaching and extends beyond the business benefits. We know there is a strong connection between the health and well-being of people and their work environments,” said Gareth Jones, acting president and CEO. “We hope to inspire and encourage businesses and organizations to create workplace cultures in which the health, safety and total well-being of their employees is paramount, that everyone may thrive and benefit.
The National Glass Association (NGA) has announced that phase one of the relaunch of its online training resource, myglassclass.com, is complete. The site has been relaunched with a new user interface and interactive online courses specifically designed to meet the training needs of contract glaziers and full-service glass companies. Phase one focuses on basic safety for the glass and glazing industry with more than 30 new safety courses now available. Safety course topics range from personal protective equipment, to safe glass handling, to hand and power tool use. Users of myglassclass.
Gcom also now have access to OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 online training. “The new myglassclass.com is the start of our solution to the industry’s skilled labor shortage,” said Nicole Harris, NGA’s president and CEO. “Its updated delivery platform makes it easy to use – anywhere, anytime – and its targeted content makes it an invaluable training resource.” NGA members receive an exclusive discount of more than 30 per cent off list prices on all courses. Visit myglassclass.com to log in to browse the new course catalog or sign up for an account.
lass Canada reported in the October 2016 Canadian Glass Association newsletter that Dennis Haatvedt plans to step down as executive director of the Architectural Glass and Metal Contractors Association at the end of the year. This report was in error – Haatvedt is leaving his seat on the CGA board, but not his position at AGMCA. Glass Canada apologizes for the error.
by MARGARET WEBB
Webb is the executive director of the Insulating Glass Manufacturers Alliance.
The Insulating Glass Manufacturers Alliance will launch a new leadership development course for the architectural glass industry in January, 2017.
Most organizations operate at 50 per cent of their intelligence capacity or less, and experience lower than 35 per cent engagement with employees. We’ve observed that leaders are one of two types: Leadership Multipliers or Empire Builders. IGMA’s new leadership development program is designed to improve soft skills using strategies to develop character strength recognition and communication skills to develop “leadership multipliers” rather than “empire builders.” Empire builders surround themselves with talent that makes them look good. Leadership multipliers attract great people and empower them.
IGMA’s program is a 12-month, web-based program designed in one-and-a-half hour sessions lead by Oak Moser from Coaching2Connect. Oak, formerly the plant manager of a large manufacturing plant, has over 35 years’ experience in the insulating glass industry. This industry-specific knowledge and expertise, combined with the proven training methods of the DISC program, makes this program unique not only for insulating glass manufacturers but anyone involved in the fenestration industry today.
The twelve modules for the program include:
Leadership spectrum: This is a description of the skills required to be an effective leader in today’s complex world, including personalities, values, issues, world events, and Millennial employees.
Character strength finder: Here we help every leader identify their natural strengths and begin to understand how and when to use them.
Communicating with all personalities: This module teaches understanding of preferred personality styles. It provides insights into the likes and dislikes of each style.
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Culture and values: Organizations with a strong culture also have clarity in their purpose, cause and belief. Here we highlight the day-to-day activities required to build a strong culture
Building trust: People want the unity of hope, affection and high purpose. This training will focus on the activities and behaviours associated with building people up.
Leadership multiplier: Participants will identify what types of activities and actions lead towards “diminisher” versus “multiplier” effects in their day-to-day lives.
Skills development approach: A skilled team will beat a tenured team every day. Here the focus is on how to identify, track and develop skill for the organization. The key to maximizing efficiency is through skill development.
Coaching versus managing: This module incorporates best practices from both the competitive business and sports sectors. Great leaders incorporate a coaching mindset to develop their teams.
Planning communications: Leaders must map out their planned communications for the month, quarter and year. If a new program or challenge is upon us, how will we roll out this messaging so as not to discourage the team and generate “buy I”?
Motivating performance: Like it or not, every leader must motivate and inspire to get the most out of everyone for team success. People can do more, have more, and be more than they think. Participants will learn to develop skill within their natural presenter style, how to inspire and engage each personality style and how to sell their visions and ideas with traction.
Emotional intelligence: Often referred to as the most important set of skills in leadership, this module leads to increased understanding of human behaviour. In it, we review of the 15 subscales found in emotional intelligence.
Dealing with difficult people One of life’s certainties is that we will all face situations in dealing with a difficult person. This training will help participants understand what triggers emotions in each of us and how to leverage the prior training to reach the best possible outcome when confronting bad behaviour.
For further information contact IGMA (613-233-1510, ext. 103) or visit the IGMA website at igmaonline.org. Registration is open.
by JEFF BAKER
Jeff Baker is the technical consultant for the Fenestration Canada, chair of the NFRC board of directors, chair of the CSA A440 technical committee on fenestration performance, member of the Canadian Home Builders Association Technical Research Committee, and participates in several Canadian national building code committees.
As I write this article I am sitting in a code meeting for the National Building Code of Canada (NBCC) 2020 for houses and small buildings (Part 9). That’s right, they are working on the 2020 code now. On Nov. 1, Alberta completed the adoption of the 2010 building code and on Jan. 1 Ontario will be the first to adopt a modified version of the 2015 NBCC with all other provinces somewhere in between Alberta and Ontario on the code timeline. This will lead to the situation where the North American Fenestration Standard (NAFS) 2008 and 2011 will required in different provinces. As of Jan. 1, 2017 NAFS-11-labelled products will be required in Alberta, Ontario and Quebec. NAFS-08-labelled products will be required in B.C., Saskatchewan, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Yukon, and Northwest Territories. Other changes to codes across the country include changes to the energy code in Ontario SB-12 for residential and SB-10 for commercial, and changes to the energy requirements in the Vancouver building by-law. British Columbia is also updating their energy efficiency act.
The standards that are referenced in the building and energy codes are also being updated. The NAFS standard is being worked on to develop a 2017 version. The Canadian supplement to NAFS has been playing catch up with NAFS. A 2016 version to align with NAFS 2011 will be published later this year. The energy performance standards CSA A440.2, and NFRC 100 and 200 are all being updated.
The NBCC is updated on a five-year cycle and most provinces and territories also update their codes on a five-year timetable. The provincial and territorial codes all lag the national code and the lags varies by location from two to six years. The standards are updated on varying timetables: three
Fair and uniform enforcement of codes is needed to level the playing field for fabricators.
year cycles for NAFS and the Canadian supplement for NAFS, NFRC 100 and 200; and a five-year cycle for CSA A440.2 (energy) and CSA A440.4 (installation). These varying timetables make it very complicated for fenestration fabricators to stay current with codes and standards.
Fenestration Canada publishes a codes and standards update twice per year for their members to help them understand what it takes to comply across the country. This update helps members keep up-to-date with the current requirements, but for many fabricators it is more important to plan for what is coming down the road. The only place I am aware of that future code requirements for fenestration are being discussed is at Fenestration Canada. Fenestration Canada’s Technical Services Committee and Fabricator’s Council are being advised ahead of time and getting the opportunity to comment on changes to codes and standards that will impact the manufacturing of fenestration products.
I am often asked about fabricators that are not in compliance with the code and we deal with them. First, it is very important for all fabricators to understand that even if the local building official is not checking for fenestration code compliance, the fabricator is still responsible to supply products that comply with the building code. Second, replacement of fenestration products in most provinces usually does not require a building permit, but the code does make it clear that replacement products do need to comply with the building code. In either case, where no one is checking for compliance, should anything go wrong and the fabricator ends up in court defending the performance of their product, they will lose if they can not produce test reports to substantiate their performance of their products.
In a recent Fenestration Canada technical seminar in British Columbia I asked the attendees if they believed there was a need for education of building officials. Even in B.C., where there has been a lot of education efforts, there was unanimous agreement that more education is needed. Fenestration Canada is working actively on education efforts for building officials. At this time in the evolution of building and energy codes fair and uniform enforcement of codes is needed to level the playing field for fenestration fabricators.
by RICH PORAYKO
With the recent publication of a Product Category Rule (PCR) for processed glass, the glass industry now has official PCRs for all architectural glass products: flat glass, processed glass and windows and doors. Future green building projects under LEED v.4 and beyond are going to require product lifecycle assessments for all building facade components. This focus on cradle-to-grave life cycle analysis is going to reward fabricators that can build longer-lasting products. We have all heard the concerns about the intense use of insulating glass in highrise construction and the risk of massive costs down the road as IGUs fail. Baseless as most of those concerns may be, they are out there and architects are thinking about it. The battle for the wall is not over. All this adds up to a powerful incentive in the marketplace to be able to offer the longest possible warranty on an IGU.
Fortunately, we are also at a point in history where technology for making better IGUs is available. Industry associations
are developing guidelines for a number of innovative approaches to IGU fabrication that will lead to more reliable gas fill, longerlasting seals, reductions in PIB migration, vacuum IG, pressureequalized IGU, unusual IG configurations (shapes, insets, offsets, unsupported edges etc.), triple IGU and more.
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Stresses on IG seals from altitude air pressure can be a significant
cause of insulating glass failure says Jeff Haberer, director of technical services for Atlanta-based Trulite Glass and Aluminum Solutions and chair of the Insulating Glass Manufacturers Association (IGMA) Technical Services Committee. Regarding altitude, “Traditionally, sometimes fabricators would just ship an IG unit and hope it doesn’t break or damage the seal. The most common remedy for relieving the pressure changes due to altitude differences from the manufacturing site to installation site are to insert a small
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diameter capillary tube. This tube can be left open or closed at the installation site. If the IG unit is gas filled, the tube would have to be closed until it reaches the installation, opened, and then closed again. You can’t leave a capillary tube open if you want the gas to stay in.
“With capillary tubes you get a volume exchange of air every day with differential temperatures, seasonal temperatures and daily pressure changes that will allow a little bit of air in to balance the pressure. However, this bit of air will also bring in some moisture which will eventually deplete the desiccant in the IG unit. Calculations show that if you put desiccant in all four sides of the unit, you can typically expect about a 20-year life span which would more than cover a 10-year warranty. If you are only filling one leg or two legs, you will reduce that life expectancy proportionally.”
There are ideas out there other than just putting in a capillary tube which shortens the life of the unit. “Some companies are trying to build pressurized units so it is compensated before it leaves the factory,” says Haberer. “If the fabricator is located at a lower altitude and is shipping to say, Denver, at a mile high, they would adjust the IG unit based on its size for the pressure at that altitude of the installation. It is one of the techniques that is being explored.” Another method includes drilling a hole in the glass, taping over the hole, taking the unit to altitude and then permanently closing the hole once the pressure has equalized. According to Haberer, there are others that are installing valves in that you can open up at altitude and then close and seal permanently.
With respect to the PIB primary seals of IGU’s there are two concerns being addressed by the industry today. PIB migration is one thing, PIB movement is another. “PIB migration is typically where you see PIB move than an inch into the vision area. It typically appears as a drip from the top of the IG unit.” says Haberer. “It could be a potential breakdown of the PIB. It could be a contamination with a solvent. It could be the result of UV and heat attacking the sealant.
“There are rumors of several jobs with PIB migration out there and a lot of opinions on what causes it,” says Haberer. Many of them are in litigation so it is hard to get exact information. The Glass Association of North America and IGMA have a joint task
force to publish information on what fabricators and glaziers should be looking for –considerations for compatibilities, possible causes, what the PIB should look like in terms of its rheology properties, resistance to flow, molecular weight and more.
Insulating glass units are often thought of as a pressure vessel. “They are dynamic. They pump and move,” says Haberer. “PIB is not a cured sealant. It remains tacky, even 20 years later. You can pull an IG unit apart and the PIB is still the same consistency. It has actually the same chemical formulation as chewing gum. It will move as the glass in the IGU deflects in both directions. So is the seal gets worked at the edge. If it’s worked too much, it will get voids or small pathways for moisture to get through or for gas to leak out.
“PIB movement which is less than one inch is typically caused by excess pressure on the IGU edge from the glazing system,” says Haberer. “In the commercial world it’s often a pressure plate that is squeezed too much resulting in an extrusion of the PIB material into the vision area. PIB migration, as noted earlier, is a longer, more dripping effect. PIB movement is usually the result of a glazier who has torqued too much on the pressure plate.”
The pressure plates go around all four edges of the unit. It’s a little like tightening the lug nuts on your car. If you tighten down two on one side and then tighten the other side, you can put more pressure where you first tightened. “It is preferred to tighten lightly to start, alternating sides, and then gradually cinch up,” says Haberer. “Labour is very expensive today and it takes time so people tighten them down as quickly as they can. It is often not done the ideal way. And depending on the temperature of day you tighten them, the fasteners may seasonally expand or contract adding more pressure.”
Fabricators willing to innovate are coming up with some whole-system solutions that are achieving eye-popping performance specs. “Windows are such an important part of our living and working spaces,” says Greg Clarahan, president and CEO of Alberta-based LiteZone Glass. “However, thermally inefficient windows have been the weakest link in designing energy-efficient buildings. Over the years, the industry has improved the insulating value of windows however the problem with oneto two -inch thick IGUs is that there just
isn’t enough insulation through the spacer and frame to achieve the very high insulating values that the world needs today.”
Clarahan explains that LiteZone is a new kind of insulating glass unit that embraces the need for thicker IGUs to allow for the larger thermal breaks that are needed to achieve very high insulating window values. “LiteZone can be thicker because it relieves the pressure that can build up in the unit with changing temperatures. It uses a system that allows the equalization without allowing water vapour to enter the unit.” This allows LiteZone to add layers within the unit of suspended P.E.T. films. “And by varying the number of films, lowE coatings and the thickness of the unit, we can achieve insulating values as high as R-19.6 centre-of-glass and R-17 for the overall window including the glass and frame,” says Clarahan.
“LiteZone has addressed all of the weaknesses of traditionally constructed IGUs,” Clarahan claims. “Our edge seal has a stronger connection and is much more flexible. This allows it to more easily withstand stresses from wind loads. We’ve gone to great care to make sure there is minimal differential expansion between the glass and other materials. Higher-performing traditional insulating glass units are under a lot more stress. The difference in temperature between the outside lite of glass and the inside lite of glass on a hot or cold day is greater than if you have a poor-performing glass unit. With poor-performing units, energy flows through the unit and keeps the IG at a fairly uniform temperature. When you increase the insulating value, the difference in temperature between the inside and outside glass lite will be much greater. The outside glass will go through more temperature cycling so there is quite a bit more stress on the edge seals through expansion and contraction and that can become a problem, especially for larger traditional glass units.”
Internal pressure that increases and decreases with changing temperatures and solar loads also causes stress on a traditional unit. The glass goes concave or convex which puts stress on the edge seals and can eventually cause a seal failure. “We solved that problem,” says Clarahan. “LiteZone is pressure-equalized so there is negligible stress on its edge seals due to changing internal pressures. This also allows us to ship anywhere without concern about changes in atmospheric pressure at different elevations.”
Water migration happens with all traditional sealed units. Water vapour will migrate in. It happens at different rates depending on the sealants used, environmental conditions and the workmanship of the sealed unit, however eventually water migration will overwhelm the internal desiccant and it will fail even if the edge seal is not broken. Gas will also migrate out, so argon is lost. “With LiteZone, we don’t rely on argon because we embrace the need for thickness to achieve the performance we want. And our edge seal is impermeable to water vapor because it is wrapped in stainless steel foil so water cannot migrate in.
“Conventional multi-layer glass units require multiple edge seals which can be problematic,” says Clarahan. “Each edge seal has a risk of failure due to stress and has potential for things that can go wrong. LiteZone only has two seals, no matter how many layers, which reduces the risk of failure.”
The thicker you make traditional sealed units, the more stress they will be under. “We’ve addressed all of the issues that would otherwise limit an IGUs thick-
ness. We have stronger but more flexible edge seals and the units are pressure equalized. LiteZone is air filled and has no concerns with deteriorating performance with the loss of argon over time. We have completely stopped the flow of water vapour through the glass edge.”
According to Clarahan, LiteZone’s fiberglass spacer is very strong but flexible where the glass connects and has nearly the same coefficient of expansion as glass, which minimizes differential expansion due to changing temperatures. “Because the spacer is so stiff in the transverse direction, even large units have minimal deflection under wind loads. This helps ensure the life of the edge seals with less reliance on the strength of window frames to minimize IGU stress during high winds.
“To truly achieve a sustainable built environment, we need to use long-lasting materials,” says Clarahan.
“That’s why LiteZone has been designed to last more than 60 years – similar to the life of a building. The widespread use of LiteZone would profoundly reduce the energy required to heat and cool buildings everywhere while dramatically
improving human comfort and quality of spaces where people live and work.
Space age
“Silicone spacers have been in the market for over 30 years and have a proven track record of performance, sight line aesthetics and longevity,” says Joe Erb, commercial sales specialist for Quanex Building Products. “Super Spacer TriSeal structural warm edge spacer system is siliconebased technology so it is UV resistant and promotes compatibility with other structural silicones. It is thermoset, which gives it the ability to keep its shape while providing a cushioning effect to dampen or soften edge stresses on insulating glass units. These are attributes that contribute to sustainable IG design.”
A zo n S a ves E n er g y
Daylighting systems produced with Azon structural thermal barrier technologies—the MLP™ or Dual Cavity—for aluminum windows and curtain wall, along with high performance glazing components for insulating glass, will yield a fenestration system capable of upholding the highest efficiency and sustainability standards
According to Erb, TriSeal enables a captive PIB as the spacer has a third, pressuresensitive adhesive that helps keep the PIB contained in a pocket rather than just extruded onto the side of a spacer. “When the unit goes through expansion and contraction in cycling, you are not only reducing the stresses on the edge seal but you are also containing the primary seal which is your true moisture barrier. TriSeal’s integral desiccant, which is integrated into all four legs of the IG, adds to the longevity.”
Glass is getting bigger and heavier in the architectural world. Sightline becomes a very critical point for architects and building owners. “Rigid spacers claim they won’t sag into the sight lines, however in reality, on these long spans, we hear concerns of sightline encroachment and inconsistency,” says Erb. “Robotics allows the spacer to be applied with extreme accuracy in short and long spans, all the way around the perimeter.
“It’s an integrated spacer technology hence the automated approach,” says Erb. “Less hands touching the most critical steps. There is the engineered design of the product which is the componentry and the way that it works. Then there is how it is actually assembled into an IGU and the fact that we take those critical manufacturing steps with touch points like PIB application, desiccant filling, spacer bar handling and we bring those online via robotics. TriSeal gives you the best in warm edge attributes plus all of the manufacturing benefits.”
Denis Lemieux (left) and Dan Duford operate the straight line polisher, polishing a five-millimeter mirror for a customer installation. Lemieux has been working in the glass industry since 1969.
As 2017 approaches, the name of Ottawa’s oldest, largest and most diversified glass company is taking on new meaning. Centennial Glass is about to enter the second half of its first century – it’s 50th anniversary – and it’s thriving under careful management that welcomes new efficiencies while maintaining quality workmanship and excellence in customer service.
A great majority – almost 90 per cent – of Centennial’s work is custom. Residential fabrication and installation services range from shower enclosures to mirrors. Commercial and industrial contracts include everything from custom storefronts to curtain walls.
Centennial Glass began in 1967 and changed hands in 1986. The commercial division was expanded starting in 1998 with the addition of small commercial framing and entrance fabrication. In early 2000, Centennial introduced glass shower enclosures to the residential market, growing the business from dozens to thousands of custom installations each year in every style and configuration imaginable. The replacement window
glass business also expanded and transitioned to include sales and installation of prefabricated brand name Canadian windows (now a dedicated division). The company also created one of the largest showrooms in the Ottawa area, updated in 2009, along with a full-service retail counter complete with “while-you-wait” repairs.
In May 2010, Kerri McArthur and (Wes) Donald Rafuse purchased the firm. Previously, the couple had lived in B.C., with Rafuse serving on many boards in Squamish and developing business opportunities in the sea-to-sky corridor. McArthur worked various sales and operations positions in the hotel and property management sector in the Whistler area, directed a software sales force in North Vancouver and managed a Tim Horton’s for over a decade in Squamish.
Owners: Kerri McArthur (owner/director) and Donald Rafuse (owner/partner)
Founded: 1967
Employees: 29 full-time and two part-time
Location: Manufacturing and head office in Ottawa, satellite office in Renfrew, Ont.
Plant: Fabrication and manufacturing facility approximately 8,450 square feet
Products: Residential, industrial and commercial products and services from shower/ bath enclosures to full building envelopes
But with two young children with them in B.C. and aging parents in Ontario, the couple had started to spend more and more time travelling back and forth. After over 20 years out west, they decided to move. “We looked for a business to buy and Centennial Glass was one of them,” McArthur says. “We looked at several of them, the whole of each one, the future outlook and the competition, and we got to know Centennial and decided to go for it. I wasn’t intimidated by getting to know a new industry. I knew
most of the people in the glass industry are getting ready to retire, so I knew I could take my skill set and apply it. There is no template in the glass industry and that’s exciting. So here we are six years later. I guess you could say we’ve gone from glazing donuts to glazing curtain walls.”
Mid-2010 wasn’t the easiest time to buy a new business with the recession still in swing. It certainly required the couple to pay close attention to margins and to the price of raw materials like aluminum, but Centennial Glass had a strong brand name and was already doing well – which of course had made the business an attractive purchase in the first place.
At the same time, McArthur and Rafuse felt ready to take the rock-solid business model of the previous owners to take it to the next level. “With an industry learning curve and a million things we needed to do, we dug in,” she remembers.
Dug in, indeed. For starters, the couple began growing the scope of projects (they now include full office building envelopes, exterior/interior glazing, storefront entrances, skylights, roof glazing and more). Indeed, Centennial now has a larger range of products and services than any other company in the area and it expanded that market reach with the launch of the Renfrew satellite office in 2015.
The couple also added fabrication technologies to control costs and eliminate errors. In addition, they cross-trained their staff in commercial and residential work, exposing them to the widest possible spectrum of manufacturer and material training programs possible. This, says McArthur, improved teamwork, skills, job quality and project completion times. And better safety outcomes too – Centennial was accident-free in 2015.
McArthur and Rafuse also instituted customer account managers who handle jobs from inception to completion to ensure smooth delivery throughout the entire project cycle. “In our commercial division,” McArthur adds, “we’ve implemented and improved our bidding process and we’ve strengthened our emphasis on maintaining and developing relationships that will lead to higher-margin negotiated projects with acceptable payment terms rather than bid projects. We’ve also implemented stronger financial controls, and we instituted very tight credit and collections procedures. Every month we set up targets to meet/exceed.”
Part of the business model was being very transparent with financial partners. “We’ve been very fortunate to have a good commercial banking partner and we also work very closely with our accounting firm,” McArthur says. “You can’t do it all. You need partners you can trust that also share your vision to help you get there.” The couple has also implemented Lean management and created the company’s own signature metrics for all areas of the business, resulting in a better experience for customers, with less risk of errors and callbacks.
The challenges Centennial has faced, in McArthur’s view, have been those of any glass company: training with and integration of new technology, cost control, project management, customer service, compliance with ever-changing building and construction codes, staffing for fluctuating seasonal work loads and more. They have faced these challenges with the implementation of several philosophies.
Value added
“Centennial will never compete exclusively on price,” McArthur explains. “It’s about quality and we partner only with suppliers who share our service and quality philosophy.” For example,
It takes more than the latest equipment to turn a sheet of glass into a work of architectural art. At GGI, we enjoy pushing the capabilities of our machines, we love taking on unique projects, and we are proud to work with architects and designers who are dedicated, as we are, to enhancing the built environment.
with thousands of annual commercial/ residential custom glass shower installations, Centennial’s callback rate stands at less than 0.5 per cent.
Another philosophy is look after staff. “We’ve learned that smart business sometimes includes turning down bad business, because we don’t want to take unnecessary risks that may hurt the company or our employees’ bottom line,” McArthur says. “We do our very best to keep the entire team working all year long and to provide everyone with work-life balance. Our employees understand that the better the company does, the better we all do. As a family-run business, we try to provide structure and freedom, and we try to foster an environment that is peaceful, friendly and supportive.” This dedication to employees has served them well. Many employees have been with Centennial 15 years and longer.
Lemieux prepares to drill a hole into a piece of glass for a desktop, while Duford polishes up the corners. Duford has over 25 years’ experience in the glass industry.
McArthur and Rafuse have also cultivated a proactive philosophy. “Like any business, you have bad jobs, make errors, deal with competition and low profit on some jobs,” she says. “We’ve had our share of lows, but you have to keep it moving forward. You cannot hope a business will thrive on its own, you have to have foresight, you have to research, you have to be prepared to adapt quickly and lead your team. Employees need leadership
and to know what the big picture is. You have to create the excitement and engage them every step of the way. When that transpires, working is fun and everyone comes together with a sense of purpose. That’s truly my role and it’s imperative to the success of the company.”
Valuing the customer is also an important focus. It’s everyone’s job at Centennial to be an ambassador for the business. McArthur and Rafuse believe that developing great relationships and being available to communicate 24/7 by phone, email or in person is paramount to keeping customers. “We are a service delivery company and we need to keep that top of mind at every level,” McArthur says. “Our people answer calls after hours and on the weekend as required. Customers don’t have time to wait. Our people are prepared to deliver.”
McArthur freely admits that it’s not always easy to change the mindset of employees and to implement change but the results speak for themselves. “I can say that it feels pretty good to have this year the best sales year in the history of the company,” she notes. “The team we have today is the reason. We’re lucky to have the experience and skills of top people who have the energy, persistence, and expertise to come into work every day with the drive to ensure results. There’s not one position more important than the next. It’s a team effort every day.”
McArthur is very pleased to be part of a “wonderful” group of like-minded people who share a vision and philosophy for quality materials, workmanship and service. “Like a family, we rely on each others’ input,” she says. “Even though we may vary in our opinions and ideas, at the end of each day we have enormous respect for and trust in each other, so we always walk away in agreement. Because of this, we are enjoying Centennial’s best year yet.
by BRIAN BURTON
Brian is a construction writer from Ottawa Ontario who served on the CSA’s Fenestration Installation Technician Certification Program Personnel Committee. You can contact Brian at Blueblade49@gmail. com or learn more by visiting burton’s-pen.com
Over the past decade, client relationship management (CRM) has become a common industry buzzword like social media marketing. These relationship management tools in the form of computerized programs were designed to automate interaction between you and your customers, however, in the window and door industry, automating personal interaction can be complex. It’s complicated because you’re dealing with individuals and personalities – not computer programs – and you need to pay close attention, keeping in mind what makes each customer special. If your approach to client relationships is haphazard it can actually be counterproductive. That’s because if an existing or potential customer gets the impression that they are being treated like a commodity there can be an adverse reaction, as one might expect. The ultimate goal is to maximize your current and prospective client relationships to match your company goals and ideally to improve profitability.
I spoke with several consultants that provide training on optimizing the use of CRM tools and some of their comments and observations may be of benefit as we close out what has hopefully been another busy year. Most of the important benefits gained from using these programs are critically dependent on the data that goes into the program at the front end when you are populating the database. That’s just one of the reasons CRM training is so important. Often, resources are invested in introducing these automated programs only to find they are useless if employees don’t use them, or don’t use them correctly. Executives report that this is the most significant single limitation. There are some rules of thumb that have, in my experience, proven helpful. You need to do your best to determine exactly what it is you want your CRM system to provide.
Even one-time purchasers can provide a glimpse into market trends.
In-house brainstorming is a good way to start that discovery process. Make an effort up front to consider your options. Do you want to build your own made-to-measure CRM program or buy one off the shelf? If you do chose to purchase, take full advantage of any and all training opportunities. Then encourage your employees to practice. Listen carefully to your customers as you go. Innovative companies have found ways to make sure their employees understand their customers’ perspective. Some have even sent their employees out to simulate the customer’s perspective. For example, Harley Davidson sent their employees out on the road with some of their customers to get the full experience of using the products they provide. Find a way to test your system to find out if it’s achieving your objectives. Obtaining feedback is sometimes a challenge. At the minimum, monitor your progress and the results of your CRM efforts. Populating and maintaining client relationships data is important even for industries that rely on one-time purchases or where there are long intervals between purchases. Even one-time purchasers can provide a glimpse into market trends, general purchasing motivators and feedback on your sales, installation and service standards.
Some other arguments for using CRM include improving your ability to evaluate your response time to inquiries and questions. You can determine whether clients that did not buy did find the product or information they were looking for, or whether they went away for some other reason. You can find out how potential clients discovered your company and what factors contributed to their decision to contact you. Purchase motivation can also help you assess your perceived strengths and weaknesses. Circling back to happy clients represents the possibility for a reference or testimonial. Those customers can generate word-of-mouth promotion if they are kept aware of your existence after the sale. Unhappy clients can be even more useful by providing feedback on your service. And it is possible that a client will move and purchase again, renovate or upgrade the property or purchase another property, becoming a repeat customer. If this is the case, it should be recorded in the client relationship management file or program.
Don’t fall into the assumption that you know how your company is performing and what your clients think. CRM can help you organize and structure your data collection and yield new insights.
Glass railing systems make it possible to create bright interior spaces without obstructions to sightlines. But some glaziers shy away from these projects because installation can be difficult and meeting regulations complicated. Help is out there.
Everywhere you look today, architects are leveraging glass for daylighting purposes to allow the right amount of light into a building. But while much of the attention centers on the façade, interior spaces leveraging glass are just as critical to the introduction of natural light into the building environment. For interior space in particular, glass railing systems for stairways and balconies play a key role in letting the light in. And that means opportunities for glaziers with glass railings.
However, there are common challenges that can potentially stand in the way of glass railing installations –but this does not need to be the case. Here are four common challenges when working with glass railing installations and strategies to help glaziers overcome them.
Glaziers that have worked with glass railings know the challenges of traditional panel setting. Tempered glass is placed into a heavy-base, aluminum
shoe, then set in place with a wet-glaze medium such as anchor cement. While structurally sound, the installation process is time consuming and messy. This traditional method for setting glass includes time-intensive steps from mixing the cement filler to monitoring and reapplication. This meant the glazier had to pour the cement filler, wait for the cement to cure and then repeat as needed.
When working with product specifications or specifications that allow for product equivalents (“orequal”), consider locking mechanisms that eliminate the need for wet-glaze and the associated setting issues. Dry-glaze locking mechanisms are unlike wetglaze panel installation in that clamps are used to hold the glass in place and later adjusted and tweaked for other hardware installation. Dry-glaze also employs advanced locking mechanism technology that alleviates the tasks of sealing, setting blocks, mixing and administering multiple pours of cement then waiting for the cement to cure –saving the glazier valuable time.
Railings have always been considered a product installed by miscellaneous metal fabricators. Many glaziers have avoided becoming involved in the metal aspect of railing systems as they don’t fabricate metal nor have all the tools for an installation of a metal railing system. As such, they stay away from railing projects resulting in lost revenue opportunities. It’s understandable considering railing projects have traditionally required a range of fabrication skills such as bending, welding, and finishing. However, fabrication isn’t necessarily a requirement anymore.
As railing systems have evolved, components for glass railings have evolved as well to simplify installation and mitigate fabrication steps. When specification allows for equivalent products, look for product solutions that offer non-weld, mechanically assembled railing systems to allow for faster, simpler installation without any tools or training. This will minimize the challenges that come with fabrication.
Growing code compliance, higher glass performance requirements, and trends for improved sight lines all place a greater emphasis on safety. Broadly speaking, when it comes to specification and installation it is the glaziers’ duty to understand which code to follow based upon the specific application of their project and local standards. Codes tend to evolve frequently and vary by jurisdiction. This challenges glaziers to stay on top of the varying regulations and ensure each job is properly specified and installed.
sphere rule is a key reason why glass railings have been a popular choice for guard applications, as they meet the opening limitation and provide an unobstructed view. The system must meet a concentrated load of 200 pounds or a uniform load of 50 pounds per square foot. When selecting a glass railing system, make sure to acquire the test data from the supplier.
When consulting product experts, use the supplier as a guide for installation techniques. This ensures you obtain exacting specs and drawings to simplify the process. It also helps to have a clear assessment of building use, application, geographical concerns and all that effects the specified glass railing system and installation. Also, consult with the local building authority. Building codes and standards register hundreds of pages across a range of building requirements. They are updated constantly and the local authority will confirm local requirements and interpretations.
the right glass
It’s not only the railing components
of a system that have evolved with regulation. Code requirements have also shifted and added challenges for glaziers in glass selection. Tempered, laminated glass is now required in the U.S. following the introduction of the IBC 2015 building codes. In Canada, requirements vary across provincial and municipal boundaries. National standards call for glass labeled as safety glass under CAN/CGSB-12.1-M90, which would require either tempered, laminated or tempered and laminated panel. Additionally, whether a minimally supported or base shoe railing system, the shift to laminated glass focuses on edge quality and the desire to achieve the same consistency and appearance of monolithic glass. As such, glaziers must think about both appearance and function.
At a minimum ensure the laminated glass complies with standard quality criteria. Additionally, due consideration should also be given to the quality of the laminated glass’ exposed edges. Different qualities of glass produce different tolerances, and as a result
Allow yourself to get grounded on the most important standard requirements for railings. Additionally, consult the experts and local authorities having jurisdiction for each installation. A working knowledge of the most important standard requirements for railings and implications should include height, spacing and load bearing (keeping in mind that local code may vary). In most residential applications, the guard height must be a minimum of 36 inches. In commercial applications, the guard height must be a minimum of 42 inches. No opening in the guard is permitted that would allow the passage of a four-inch sphere. This four-inch
In an industry where one small mistake or equipment malfunction can result in serious injuries, it’s so important to know that your equipment won’t let you down. Regardless of the size of the job, I have trusted Wood’s Powr-Grip’s suction cups for my company and my employees.
can be damaged when being moved around a job site or at installation. Make sure you know the source of your glass selection. A good producer will produce test data for quality and performance of the sheets you’ve ordered.
With the use of glass trending up with the rise in daylighting, it is becoming increasingly common to adopt glass railing systems into the mix. Glaziers not working with glass are missing out. Fortunately, new systems, solutions and techniques are being designed to take away many of the more challenging and time-consuming aspects of the job. As importantly, resources are out there to help ensure a successful install. Your supplier as a resource can guide in selecting and working with the right material, and serve as a resource for questions to match each job for a given installation. As the design world continues to let the light in with glass, you no longer have to let the challenges stop you from getting the most out of glass.
Here are additional tips to keep top of mind to minimize potential installation challenges.
When installing glass railings, attachment to the substrate is central to the success of your glass railing installation. All loads placed on the top of the guard are exponentially transferred to the base connection. Test data you receive from your supplier will have specific recommendations as to what surfaces and means of attachment are acceptable.
In particular, when using dry-glaze glass rail systems, make sure your base shoe is properly plumbed as the mechanism will force the glass to follow the vertical line of the shoe. Take the time to plumb the shoe and you will avoid problems with the glass installation.
It is not uncommon to see glass railing without a top rail. This should be avoided.The only allowance now for a glass railing without a top rail is when using laminated tempered glass and permission is obtained from the local inspector.
AACCURATE GLASS & MIRROR (BARRIE)
21 Patterson Rd Unit #27
Barrie, ON L4N 7W6
Tel: 705-722-6767
Email: info@accurateglassbarrie.ca www.accurateglassbarrie.com
ACME WINDOW HARDWARE
4635 Burgoyne Street, Unit 20 Mississauga, ON L4W 1V9
Tel: 905-282.1588 www.acmehardware.ca
AGNORA - ARCHITECTURAL GLASS NORTH AMERICA
200 Mountain Rd.
Collingwood, ON L9Y4V5
Tel: 705-444-6654
Email: sales@agnora.com www.agnora.com
AKZONOBEL COATINGS INC.
1313 Windsor Ave.
Columbus, OH 43211
Tel: 614-294-3361
Toll-Free: 1-800-294-3361
Fax: 614-421-4367
Email: Extrusion.Coatings@akzonobel.com www.akzonobel.com/ccna
ASE EUROPE NV
De Keyserlei, 58 Antwerp, B2018
Tel: 0113232216276
Fax: 0113232216215
Email: joedec@ase-europe.com www.ase-europe.com
ATLAS ROLLING ENTRY SYSTEMS
40 Sovereign Court
Woodbridge, ON L4L 8M1
Tel: 416-891-8569
Email: pfkehoe@gmail.com
AZON
643 W. Crosstown Pkwy.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008-1910
Tel: 269-385-5942
Toll-Free: 1-800-788-5942 www.azonintl.com
BONNECHERE VALLEY WINDOWS
2824 Fourth Chute Rd. Eganville, ON K0J 1T0
Tel: 613-628-3056
Toll-Free: 1-800-257-1681
Fax: 613-628-9070
CCALDWELL MANUFACTURING COMPANY NORTH AMERICA, LLC
P.O. Box 92891
Rochester, NY 14624
Tel: 585-352-3790
Fax: 585-352-3729
Email: cservice@caldwellmfgco.com www.caldwellmfgco.com
CANADIAN GLASS ASSOCIATION
619 Liverpool Rd.
Pickering, Ontario L1W 1R1
Ph: 785-271-0208
Email: sara@centrichq.com www.canadianglassassociation.com
CAPITAL GLASS LTD.
1288 Brier Park Rd. NW
Medicine Hat, AB T1C 0B7
Tel: 403-527-3331 www.capitalglass.ca
CASSO-SOLAR TECHNOLOGIES
506 Airport Executive Park Nanuet, NY 10954
Tel: 845-354-2010
Fax: 845-547-0328
Email: sales@cassosolartechnologies.com www.cassosolartechnologies.com
ALUMICOR LTD.
290 Humberline Dr. Toronto, ON M9W 5S2
Tel: 416-745-4222
Fax: 416-745-7759
Email: info@alumicor.com www.alumicor.com
Alumicor is a leading supplier of architectural aluminum building products, supporting LEED® and green building projects. Alumicor serves North America through facilities in Winnipeg, Toronto, Montreal and Halifax.
AMERI-CAN MACHINERY LTD.
2650 Meadowvale Blvd., Unit 5 Mississauga, ON L5N 6M5
Tel: 905-542-2055
Fax: 905-542-2261
Email: sales@ameri-can.ca www.ameri-can.ca
AMERICAN RENOLIT
301 Berkeley Dr Suite B Swedesboro, NJ 08085
Tel: 616-581-2156
Email: exterioramerica@renolit.com www.renolit.com
ARIBELL PRODUCTS LIMITED
71 Whitmore Rd., Units 1 & 2
Woodbridge, ON L4L 8G5
Tel: 905-669-5001
Fax: 905-669-5030
Email: brian@aribell.ca www.aribell.ca
Email: info@b-v-w.com www.b-v-w.com
BRAVURA DAYLIGHTING SPECIALISTS
1472 Thornton Road North Oshawa, ON L1H 7K4
Tel: 1-800-803-1235
Email: info@bravuradaylighting.com www.bravuradaylighting.com
BROCK DOORS & WINDOWS
278 Orenda Road
Brampton, ON L6T 4X6
Tel: 905-791-2850
Toll-Free: 1-800-449-3808
Email: info@brockwindows.com www.brockwindows.com
BTB TOOLS
1B Wood St
Bendigo, Victoria, 3550
Tel: +61 3 5443 1755
Fax: +61 3 5441 5263
Email: sales@btbtools.com www.btbtools.com
CLEARVIEW INDUSTRIES LTD.
45 Fenmar Dr. Toronto, ON M9L 1M1
Tel: 416-745-6666
Toll-Free: 1-888 253-2739
Fax: 416-745-3711
Email: sales@clearview.on.ca www.clearview.on.ca
CLEB BUILDING SCIENCE
1320 Boul. Lionel-Boulet Varennes, QC J3X 1P7
Tel: 855-353-2532
Email: montreal@cleb.com www.cleb.com
CMS BREMBANA
4095 Karona Ct. Caledonia, MI 49506
Tel: 616-698-9970
Toll-Free: 1-800-225-5267
Fax: 616-698-9730
Email: glass@cmsna.com www.cmsna.com
COLLINS-TOKER AGENCIES LTD.
1224 Sherwin Rd. Winnipeg, MB R3H 0V3
Tel: 204-953-4210
Fax: 204-837-3503
Email: gail@collinstoker.com www.collinstoker.com
COURAGE DISTRIBUTING INC.
2380 Speers Rd.
Oakville, ON L6L 5M2
Tel: 905-469-6677
Toll-Free: 1-800-268-7243
Fax: 905-469-9377
Email: info@courage.ca www.courage.ca
CROSSROADS C&I DISTRIBUTORS
3690 Bainbridge Avenue
Burnaby, BC V5A 2T4
Tel: 604-421-1221
Fax: 604-421-1203
Email: bbysales@crossroadsci.com www.crossroadsci.com
DISTRIBUTION PIÈCES EXPERT
1846 Curé Labelle
Laval, QC H7T 1L2
Tel: 450-688-8655
Fax: 450-688-4795
Email: gillesdpe@videotron.ca
DORMAKABA
1680 Courtney Park Drive, Units 13-14
Mississauga, ON L5T 1R4
Tel: 1-800-387-4938 www.dormakaba.com
EDTM, INC.
745 Capital Commons Dr. Toledo, OH 43615
Tel: 419-861-1030
Fax: 419-861-1031
Email: sales@edtm.com www.edtm.com
ELITE GLAZING HARDWARE
#1-31319 Wheel Ave., Unit 1
Abbotsford, BC V2T 6H2
Tel: 604-852-1610
Fax: 604 850 9673
Email: sid@eliteglazinghardware.com www.eliteglazinghardware.com
ELTON MANUFACTURING
8400 Lawson Road, Unit 2
Milton, ON L9T 0A4
Tel: 905-876-1290
Fax: 905-878-9211
Email: sales@eltonmanufacturing.com www.eltonmanufacturing.com
EUROVERRE INC.
1610 Rue Nationale
Terrebonne, QC J6W 0E2
Tel: 450-668-0804
Toll-Free: 1-800-663-2935
Fax: 450-668-3909
Email: commande@euroverre.com www.euroverre.com
EVERLAST GROUP OF COMPANIES
299 Carlingview Dr. Toronto, ON M9W 5G3
Tel: 416-241-8527
Toll-Free: 1-800-897-5118
Fax: 416-245-2629
Email: vince@everlast.biz www.everlast.biz
CHECK OUT THE NEW ALTITUDE+ ALUMINUM ENERGY STAR RATED WINDOW FROM EVERLAST...also- storm doors, vinyl windows and custom wood entry doors to name a few- ONE STOP SHOP
EXOVA CANADA INC.
2395 Speakman Dr., Mississauga, ON L5K 1B3
Tel: 866-263-9268
Email: Americas@Exova.com www.exova.com
FENESTRATION SOLUTIONS
1670 Rue Antonio Barbeau Laval, QC H7M 4C9
Tel: 514-591-5440
Fax: 450-988-1288
Email: info@fenestrationsolutions.ca www.fenestrationsolutions.ca
FENEWOOD LIMITED
71 Whitmore Rd, Unit # 2 Woodbridge, ON L4L 8G5
Tel: 905-265-9663
Fax: 905-265-2018
Email: brian@fenewood.com www.fenewood.com
FOUR SEASONS WINDOWS & DOORS
8236 Yonge St.ONGE ST
Thornhill, ON L4J 1W6
Tel: 905-370-0041
www.fourseasonswindow.com
GD SOLUTIONS INC.
4365 Rue Paul Kane
Ville de Québec, QC G2A 4E1
Tel: 418-572-5104
Fax: 418-845-2142
Email: yvesdallaire@gdsolutions.ca gdsolutions.ca
GEORGE FORD & SONS INC.
900 E Mermaid Ln.
Wyndmoor, PA 19038
Tel: 215-233-5200
Fax: 215-233-1980
Email: Info@fordroll.com www.Fordroll.com
GLASSOPOLIS
92 Railside Rd. Toronto, ON M3A 1A3
Tel: 1-800-262-9600
Toll-Free: 1-800-262-9600
Fax: 1-800-872-9601
Email: sales@glassopolis.com www.glassopolis.com
GLASSTEC/MESSE DÜSSELDORF (CANADA)
1500-480 University Ave. Toronto, ON M5G 1V2
Tel: 416-598-1524
Fax: 416-598-1840
Email: messeduesseldorf@germanchamber.ca www.glasstec-online.com
GLASSTECH, INC.
Ampoint Industrial Park, 995 Fourth St. Perrysburg, OH 43616
Tel: 419-661-9500
Fax: 419-661-9616
Email: sales@glasstech.com www.glasstech.com
GRANT METAL PRODUCTS LTD.
291210 Wagon Wheel Rd.
Rocky View, AB T4A 0E2
Tel: 1-800-672-6088
Fax: 403-590-7990 www.grantmetal.com
GROVE PRODUCTS INC.
17 Marguerite Ave.
Leominster, MA 1453
Tel: 978-534-5188
Toll-Free: 1-800-999-4583
Fax: 978-840-4130
Email: sales@groveproducts.com www.groveproductsinc.com
HHARTUNG GLASS CANADA
7344 Winston St
Burnaby, BC V5A 2G9
Tel: 604-420-3600
Toll-Free: 1-800-242-8488
Fax: 604-420-8896
Email: canada@hartung-glass.com www.hartung-glass.ca
HASEDA HOLDING
300 Bloor St. E.
Toronto, ON M4W 3Y2
Tel: 416-624-5721
Fax: 416 927 9684
Email: hakanonce@haseda.ca www.nedex.ca
HI-TECH ENERGY WINDOWS LTD.
1530 Erin Street
Winnipeg, MB R3E 2T1
Tel: 204-783-9945
www.hitechwindows.ca
IMPROVEIT 360
130 East Chestnut Street Suite 200 Columbus, OH 43215
Tel: 1-866-421-3360
Toll-Free: 1-866-421-3360 improveit360.com
IMSENT INC.
7030 Woodbine Ave.
North York, ON L3R 6G2
Tel: 416-497-4299
Fax: 416-497-4792
Email: info@imsent.com www.imsent.com
INLINE FIBERGLASS LTD.
30 Constellation Crt.
Etobicoke, ON M9W 1K1
Tel: 416-679-1171
Toll-Free: 1-866-566-5656
Fax: 416-679-1150
Email: info@inlinefiberglass.com www.inlinefiberglass.com
INTERTEK TESTING SERVICES NA LTD.
1500 Brigantine Drive
Coquitlam, BC V3K 7C1
Tel: 604 520 3321
Toll-Free: 1-800-967-5352
Fax: 604 524 9186
Email: icenter@intertek.com www.intertek.com/building
JJ.E. BERKOWTIZ
One Gateway Boulevard
Pedricktown, NJ 08067
Tel: 856-456-7800
Toll-Free: 1-800-257-7827
Fax: 856-299-4344
Email: info@jeberkowitz.com www.jeberkowitz.com
KKITS GLASS LTD.
170 - 2800 Viking Way
Richmond, BC V6V 1N5
Tel: 604-231-0878
Toll-Free: 1-888-594-5277
Fax: 604-231-0807
Email: sales@kitsglass.ca www.kitsglass.ca
KLAAS SWAVING LTD.
6761 6th Line
Belwood, ON N0B 1J0
Tel: 519-843-1299
Fax: 519-787-8085
Email: tim@swaving.ca www.swaving.ca
KOOIMAN INDUSTRIES LIMITED
589 Massey Road
Guelph, ON N1K 1G3
Tel: 519-787-9910
Toll-Free: 1-877-751-9418
Fax: 519-787-9939
Email: jerry@kooiman.ca www.kooimanindustrieslimited.com
LLAURIER GLASS LTD.
153 Boulevard Laurier
Laurier-Station, QC G0S 1N0
Tel: 418-728-2023
Toll-Free: 1-877-728-2029
Fax: 418-728-2961
Email: ddemers@miroirslaurier.com lauierglass.com
LITEZONE GLASS INC.
Tel: 587-597-5483
Email: glass@litezone.ca www.litezone.ca
MMAINSTREET
330 Charles St. Belleville, MI 48111
Tel: 734-699-0025
Toll-Free: 1-800-698-6246
Fax: 734-697-8228
Email: sales@mainstreetcomp.com www.mainstreetcomp.com
Mainstreet helps Auto & Flat Glass businesses harness technology to become more profitable through our POS software, Mobile Apps, Website Development, Call Center, and bestin-class Tech Support (no automated queue).
MARC PREVOST MACHINERY INC.
3875 Blvd St. Jean Baptiste
Montreal, QC H1B 5V4
Tel: 514-640-4040
Fax: 514-640-1133
Email: info@mpm.ca www.mpm.ca
MASTERTECH DOOR SYSTEMS
1404 Cormorant Rd.
Ancaster, ON L9G 4V5
Tel: 905-304-3688
Fax: 905-304-7614
Email: jon@mastertechdoors.com www.mastertechdoors.com
MCGRORY GLASS INC.
1400 Grandview Ave.
Paulsboro, NJ 08066
Tel: 856-579-3200
Toll-Free: 1-800-220-3749
Fax: 856-579-3232
Email: info@mcgrory.com www.mcgrory.com
McGrory Glass is the North American Distributor for Corning Med-X Radiation Shielding glass, offering the largest glass sizes available in the world (54” x 108”).
METRO ALUMINUM PRODUCTS LTD. #5, 1715 - 27th Avenue NE Calgary, AB T7E 7E1
Tel: 403-735-5014
Toll-Free: 1-877-535-5316
Fax: 1-877-535-5315
Email: sales@metroaluminum.com www.metroaluminum.com
Committed to excellence, Metro Aluminum is an Architectural Curtainwall, Storefront, Window, and Door Manufacturer. Proudly serving Canadian Glazing Contractors, we offer wide varieties of High Performance ThermallyBroken Energy Efficient Products.
METRO ALUMINUM PRODUCTS LTD.
19045-24th Ave.
Surrey, BC V3Z 3S9
Tel: 604-535-5316
Toll-Free: 1-877-535-5316
Fax: 604-535-5319
Email: accounts@metroaluminum.com www.metroaluminum.com
MILLCRAFT SYSTEMS INC.
369 Concession Rd 6 East Millgrove, ON L0R 1V0
Tel: 905-689-9502
Toll-Free: 1-888-689-9502
Fax: 905-689-5980
Email: info@millcraftsystems.ca www.millcraftcustomwindows.com
NAFS FENESTRATION
COMPONENTS
4 Napa Ridge
Alliston, ON L9R 2E4
Tel: 416-908-6415 www.nafsfc.com
NOVATECH CANADA INC.
160 Murano
Ste-Julie, QC J3E 0C6
Tel: 450-922-6106
Toll-Free: 1-844-986-8001
Fax: 450-922-8259
Email: info_consommateurs@novatechgroup.com www.novatechgroup.com
OOBATA STUDIOS
1 Leonard Circle
Toronto, ON M4E 2Z6
Tel: 416-690-0031
www.obatastudios.com.
PP.H. TECH INC.
8650 boul. Guillaume Couture
Lévis, QC G6V 9G9
Tel: 418-833-3231
Toll-Free: 1-800-463-4392
Fax: 418-833-6847
Email: info@phtech.ca www.phtech.ca
PILKINGTON NORTH AMERICA
811 Madison Ave., Toledo, OH, 43604
Tel: 1-800-221-0444
Email: buildingproducts.pna@nsg.com www.pilkington.com/na
POLLARD WINDOWS INC.
1217 King Road
Burlington, ON L7R 3Y3
Tel: 905-634-2365
Toll-Free: 1-800-263-6616
Fax: 905-637-5134
Email: tversace@pollardwindows.com www.pollardwindows.com
PORTES ET FENETRES ADG
3340 rue Jacob Jordan
Terrebonne, QC J7N 1T7
Tel: 450-475-7403
Fax: 450-477-3098
Email: adg@pfadg.ca www.portesfenetresadg.com
PROHASKA ENGINEERING INC.
1300 Spyglass Point Rd. Brechin, ON L0K 1B0
Tel: 416-985-5175
Fax: 705-426-3033
Email: dtp@prohaskaengineering.com
RR & B WAGNER, INC.
10600 West Brown Deer Road
Milwaukee, WI 53224
Tel: 414-214-0444
Fax: 414-214-0450
Email: rfq@mailwagner.com www.wagnercompanies.com
REHAU INDUSTRIES INC.
1149 Pioneer Road
Burlington, ON L7M 1K5
Tel: 905-825-0143
Fax: 905-335-1112
Email: rehau.mailbox@rehau.com. na.rehau.com/windows
RENKO RUBBER CANADA INC.
P.O. Box 339
Montreal, QC H3Z 2T5
Tel: 514-342-6640
Toll-Free: 1-800-661-6640
Fax: 514-342-1140
Email: renko@renkocanada.com
RIMAC FABRICATORS LTD.
265 Applewood Cres. Concord, ON L4K 4E7
Tel: 905-669-6963
Fax: 905-669-4744
Email: rickc@metalcurving.com, rick@metalcurving.com www.metalcurving.com
ROTO NORTH AMERICA
14 Inspiration Lane
Chester, CT 06412
Tel: 860-526-4996
Toll-Free: 1-800-243-0893
Fax: 860-526-8390
Email: info.usa@roto-frank.com www.rotohardware.com
RPM ROLLFORMED METAL PRODUCTS
101 Spinnaker Way Vaughan, ON L4K 2T2
Tel: 905-660-7655
Toll-Free: 1-877-665-7655
Fax: 905-660-1605
Email: sales@rpmrollforming.com www.rpmrollforming.com
Forged of the highest quality standards in our ISO9001:2008 Canadian facility, RPM takes great pride in offering quality roll formed Canadian Steel, Aluminum and Alloy solutions for your manufacturing needs.
RYZER DOOR SERVICE
1944 McAra St
Regina, SK S4N 5R1
Tel: 306-352-2068
Fax: 306-352-2061
Email: slaes@ryzerdoor.ca www.ryzerdoor.ca
SALEM FLAT GLASS & MIRROR
8481 Keele St., Unit 4 Concord, ON L4K 1Z7
Tel: 905-761-7444
Toll-Free: 1-844-858-7444
Fax: 905-761-1530 www.salemdist.com
SIKA CANADA INC.
601 Delmar Ave.
Pointe-Claire, QC H9R 4A9
Tel: 514-697-2610
Email: marketing.industry@ca.sika.com www.sika.ca
SIL PLASTICS
30 Whitmore Rd.
Vaughan, ON L4L 7Z4
Tel: 905-264-8845
Fax: 905-264-8849
Email: www.sales@silplastic.com www.silplastic.com/about-us
SLIDE CLEAR INC.
101 - 19110 24 Avenue
Surrey, BC V3Z3S9
Tel: 604-888-5399
Email: info@slideclear.com www.slideclear.com
STRAINOPTICS, INC.
108 W. Montgomery Ave.
North Wales, PA 19454
Tel: 215-661-0100
Fax: 215-699-7028
Email: stress@strainoptics.com www.strainoptics.com
TTECHNICAL GLASS PRODUCTS
8699 Escarpment Way, Unit 5
Milton, ON L9T 0J5
Tel: 905-636-9097
Toll-Free: 1-800-426-0279
Fax: 800-451-9857
Email: sales@fireglass.com www.fireglass.com; www.tgpamerica.com
Technical Glass Products is your one source for fire-rated glazing and framing and specialty architectural glass and framing. TGP offers project consultation, product specifications, BIM 3D models and rapid-response quoting.
THAMES VALLEY BUILDING PRODUCTS LTD./THAMES VALLEY BRICK & TILE
#9 - 5115 Harvester Rd. Burlington, ON L7L 0A3
Tel: 905-637-6997
Toll-Free: 1-800-567-5800
Fax: 905-631-7246
Email: info@thamesvalleybrick.com www.thamesvalleybrick.com
THE DS GROUP
7470 Buller Ave. Burnaby, BC V5J 5C5
Tel: 604-451-1080
Toll-Free: 1-888-520-9009
Fax: 604-451-1140
Email: info@thedsgroup.com www.thedsgroup.com
THE GLASS RACKING COMPANY
500A Wairakei Rd. Christchurch, 8053
Tel: 006433603373
Fax: 006433603374
Email: info@theglassrackingcompany.com www.theglassrackingcompany.com
TILTCO ARCHITECTURAL PRODUCTS - TILTCOAP
1215 Stellar Drive
Newmarket, ON L3Y 7B8
Tel: 905-853-9955
www.tiltcoap.com
TILTCO DIVISION OF WINDOWORLD INDUSTRIES INC.
1200 Stellar Drive
Newmarket, ON L3Y 7B9
Tel: 1-800-361-8782
www.tiltco.net
TREMCO CANADA
220 Wicksteed Ave.
Toronto, ON M4H 1G7
Tel: 416-421-3300
Email: TORSCS@tremcoinc.com www.tremcosealants.com
TRI-TEMP GLASS INC.
91 Crockford Blvd.
Toronto, ON M1R 3B7
Tel: 416-285-1890
Toll-Free: 1-855-757-8367
Fax: 416-285-9468
Email: cs@tritempglass.com www.tritempglass.com
TRUBILT DOOR SYSTEMS.
20 Vaughan Valley Boulevard
Vaughan, ON L4H 0B1
Tel: 905-856-0096
Fax: 905-856-2096 www.trutech.ca
TRUFORM BUILDING PRODUCTS INC.
582 Rivermede Rd., Unit #3
Concord, ON L4K 2H5
Tel: 905-532-0073
Fax: 905-532-0068
Email: nwade@truformproducts.com www.truformproducts.com
TRUTECH DOORS
20 Vaughan Valley Blvd. Vaughan, ON L4H 0B1
Tel: 905-856-0096
Toll-Free: 1-888-760-0099
Fax: 905-856-2096
Email: info@trutechdoors.com www.trutechdoors.com
1435 Hunter St.
North Vancouver, BC V7J 1H3
Tel: 604-328-5898
Fax: 604-708-2579
Email: service@turtools.com www.turtools.com
UULTRAFAB, INC.
1050 Hook Rd.
Farmington, NY 14425
Tel: 585-924-2186
Toll-Free: 1-800-535-1050
Fax: 585-924-2186
Email: sales@ultrafab.com www.ultrafab.com
URBAN WINDOWS & DOORS
1955 LaSalle Blvd.
Sudbury, ON P3A 2A3
Tel: 705-673-5285
Fax: 705-673-5286
www.urbanwindows.ca
VVERRAGE GLASS AND MIRROR INCORPORATED
155 Racco Pkwy.
Thornhill, ON L4J 8X9
Tel: 905-738-6565
Toll-Free: 1-877-258-6426
Fax: 905-738-6801
Email: sales@verrage.com www.verrage.com
Verrage Glass is a supplier and fabricator of fine glass products. In-house services include tempering, laminating, water-jet cutting, bending, V-grooving, custom edge work, Direct on Glass Digital Printing, ceramic frit technology.
VI-LUX BUILDING PRODUCTS INC.
105 Richmond Blvd.
Napanee, ON K7R 3Z8
Tel: 613-354-4830
Toll-Free: 1-866-281-6743
Fax: 613-354-6589
Email: info@vi-lux.com www.vi-lux.com
VITRÉVOLUTION INC.
399 Cherrier
L’ile-Bizard, QC H9C 1E9
Tel: 514-231-9001
Email: vitrevolution@icloud.com www.vitrevolution.com
VITRO
Glass Business and Discovery Center
400 Guys Run Rd, Cheswick, PA 15024 vitroglazings.com
VITRO FLAT GLASS CANADA INC.
200 Fairview Road, Unit 1
Barrie, ON L4N 8X8
Tel: 705-733-2217
Fax: 705-719-2761
WWOOD’S POWR-GRIP CO., INC.
908 West Main Laurel, MT 59044
Tel: 406-628-8231
Toll-Free: 1-800-548-7341
Fax: 406-628-8354
Email: contactus@wpg.com www.wpg.com
YYORK ALUMINUM
55 Brydon Dr. Rexdale, ON M9W 4N3
Tel: 416-741-2470
ZZZ CONSTRUCTION LTD.
Bay 21, 7003-30 Str. SE Calgary, AB T2C 1N6
Tel: 403-251-5121
Fax: 403-251-5121
Email: zzconst@shaw.ca www.zzconst.com
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BTB Tools
Marc Prevost Machinery
Salem Flat Glass & Mirror
The Glass Racking Co.
Wood’s Powr-Grip
GLASS PROCESSING CHEMICALS
Marc Prevost Machinery
Salem Flat Glass & Mirror
Turtools
GLASS WASHING MACHINES
Ameri-Can Machinery
Marc Prevost Machinery
Salem Flat Glass & Mirror
Verrage Glass and Mirror
IG MANUFACTURING
Collins-Toker
Fenestration Solutions
Marc Prevost Machinery
Salem Flat Glass & Mirror
INSTALLATION/CUTTING TOOLS/BLADES
Ameri-Can Machinery
BTB Tools
Marc Prevost Machinery
Salem Flat Glass & Mirror
Verrage Glass and Mirror
LAMINATING
Casso-Solar
J.E. Berkowtiz
Marc Prevost Machinery
Salem Flat Glass & Mirror
Verrage Glass and Mirror
LASER ETCHING
Marc Prevost Machinery
MEASURING/TESTING
EDTM, Inc.
Fenestration Solutions
Marc Prevost Machinery
Salem Flat Glass & Mirror
Strainoptics, Inc.
METAL FABRICATION
Ameri-Can Machinery
Axon
Klaas Swaving
Portes et Fenetres ADG
The Glass Racking Co.
Verrage Glass and Mirror
METAL FORMING
Klaas Swaving
POLISHING
CMS Brembana
BULLET RESISTANT
Glassopolis
Marc Prevost Machinery
Salem Flat Glass & Mirror
Turtools
Verrage Glass and Mirror
SANDBLASTING MACHINES
Marc Prevost Machinery
Salem Flat Glass & Mirror
Verrage Glass and Mirror
SAWS
Ameri-Can Machinery
CMS Brembana
Marc Prevost Machinery
Salem Flat Glass & Mirror
SCREEN PRINTING MACHINES
Marc Prevost Machinery
TEMPERING/BENDING OVENS
Casso-Solar
George Ford & Sons
Glasstech, Inc.
Marc Prevost Machinery
Salem Flat Glass & Mirror
Verrage Glass and Mirror
TESTING EQUIPMENT
EDTM, Inc.
TRUCKS/ TRANSPORTATION
Klaas Swaving
The Glass Racking Co.
Verrage Glass and Mirror
WATERJET CUTTING
CMS Brembana
Marc Prevost Machinery
Verrage Glass and Mirror
WHEELS/DRILL BITS
Ameri-Can Machinery
Marc Prevost Machinery
Salem Flat Glass & Mirror
Turtools
GLASS PRODUCTS
BENT
Kits Glass
Tri-Temp Glass
Verrage Glass and Mirror
Vitrévolution
BEVELLED/EDGED/ GROOVED
Accurate Glass & Mirror
ASE Europe NV
Four Seasons
Hartung Glass
Kits Glass
Laurier Glass
Novatech Canada
Verrage Glass and Mirror
Vitrévolution
Hartung Glass
Intertek
Technical Glass Products
Verrage Glass and Mirror
Vitrévolution
CERAMIC FRIT GLASS
AGNORA
Euroverre inc.
Hartung Glass
Intertek
J.E. Berkowtiz
Kits Glass
Laurier Glass
Obata Studios
Verrage Glass and Mirror
Vitrévolution
CHANNEL GLASS
Euroverre inc.
Intertek
J.E. Berkowtiz
Technical Glass Products
Verrage Glass and Mirror
COATED
AGNORA
Hartung Glass
Hi-Tech Energy Windows
Intertek
Laurier Glass
McGrory Glass Inc.
Vitrévolution
Vitro Flat Glass Canada
DECORATIVE
Aribell
ASE Europe NV
Collins-Toker
Euroverre inc.
Everlast
Fenestration Solutions
Hartung Glass
Intertek
J.E. Berkowtiz
Kits Glass
Laurier Glass
McGrory Glass Inc.
Novatech Canada
Obata Studios
Technical Glass Products
Thames Valley Building Prod.
TruTech Doors
Verrage Glass and Mirror
ZZ Construction Ltd.
DIGITALLY PRINTED
AGNORA
Laurier Glass
DYNAMIC, ELECTROCHROMIC
Euroverre inc.
FLOAT
Accurate Glass & Mirror
ASE Europe NV
Intertek
Kits Glass
Verrage Glass and Mirror
Vitrévolution
Vitro Flat Glass Canada
FUSED
Intertek
GLASS BLOCK
ASE Europe NV
Euroverre inc.
Technical Glass Products
Thames Valley Building Prod.
HEAT RADIANT
Glassopolis
HEAT RESISTANT
Euroverre inc.
Glassopolis
Intertek
J.E. Berkowtiz
Laurier Glass
McGrory Glass Inc.
Technical Glass Products
Verrage Glass and Mirror
LAMINATED
AGNORA
ASE Europe NV
Euroverre inc.
Hartung Glass
Intertek
J.E. Berkowtiz
KITS GLASS
Laurier Glass
Technical Glass Products
Tri-Temp Glass
Urban Windows & Doors
Verrage Glass and Mirror
Vitrévolution
LAMINATEDDECORATIVE
AGNORA
American Renolit
Aribell
ASE Europe NV
Hartung Glass
Intertek
J.E. Berkowtiz
Kits Glass
Laurier Glass
McGrory Glass Inc.
Obata Studios
Verrage Glass and Mirror
MIRROR - FLAT
Accurate Glass & Mirror
ASE Europe NV
Euroverre inc.
Intertek
Kits Glass
Laurier Glass
Verrage Glass and Mirror
Vitrévolution
MIRROR - HEAT
Intertek
Verrage Glass and Mirror
OVERSIZED
AGNORA
Intertek
J.E. Berkowtiz
PATTERN
ASE Europe NV
Euroverre inc.
Hi-Tech Energy Windows
Intertek
J.E. Berkowtiz
Kits Glass
McGrory Glass Inc.
Technical Glass Products
Verrage Glass and Mirror
SCREENED/ETCHED/FRIT
AGNORA
Euroverre inc.
Hartung Glass
Intertek
J.E. Berkowtiz
Kits Glass
Laurier Glass
McGrory Glass Inc.
Technical Glass Products
Verrage Glass and Mirror
SOLAR
Intertek
Thames Valley Building Prod.
SPANDREL
AGNORA
Hartung Glass
Intertek
J.E. Berkowtiz
Laurier Glass
Verrage Glass and Mirror
STAINED
Kits Glass
Obata Studios
STRENGTHENED/ TEMPERED
Accurate Glass & Mirror
AGNORA
ASE Europe NV
Hartung Glass
Hi-Tech Energy Windows
J.E. Berkowtiz
Kits Glass
Laurier Glass
Technical Glass Products
Tri-Temp Glass
Verrage Glass and Mirror
Vitrévolution
Vitro Flat Glass Canada
TRANSLUCENT GLAZING
ASE Europe NV
Bravura Daylighting
Hartung Glass
Technical Glass Products
Verrage Glass and Mirror
Vitrévolution
WIRED
ASE Europe NV
Euroverre inc.
Glassopolis
Kits Glass
McGrory Glass Inc.
Technical Glass Products
Urban Windows & Doors
Verrage Glass and Mirror
GLAZING MATERIALS
FILM, ARCHITECTURAL GRAPHIC
Courage Distributing
Four Seasons
Marc Prevost Machinery
Verrage Glass and Mirror
FILM, DECORATIVE
American Renolit
Courage Distributing
Four Seasons
Glassopolis
Marc Prevost Machinery
Verrage Glass and Mirror
FILM, EDGE RETENTION SYSTEMS
Four Seasons
Marc Prevost Machinery
Verrage Glass and Mirror
FILM, SAFETY/SECURITY
Accurate Glass & Mirror
Courage Distributing
Glassopolis
Marc Prevost Machinery
Technical Glass Products
Verrage Glass and Mirror
FILM, SOLAR CONTROL
ASE Europe NV
Courage Distributing
Verrage Glass and Mirror
FIRE RATED GLAZING
Glassopolis
McGrory Glass Inc.
Technical Glass Products
MIRROR BACKING, SAFETY
Accurate Glass & Mirror
Verrage Glass and Mirror
MULLIONS
Aribell
Fenewood Limited
Metro Aluminum Products
Renko Rubber
RPM
Verrage Glass and Mirror
Vi-Lux Building Prod.
MUNTINS
Aribell
Collins-Toker
Hi-Tech Energy Windows
Metro Aluminum Products
RPM
Vi-Lux Building Prod.
PLASTIC SHEET
American Renolit
Bravura Daylighting
POLYVINYL BUTYRAL INTERLAYER
Marc Prevost Machinery
RADIATION SHIELDING
Euroverre inc.
Glassopolis
McGrory Glass Inc.
Technical Glass Products
INSULATING GLASS & SUPPLIES
CORNER KEYS
Fenestration Solutions
Intertek
RPM
TruForm Building Products
DESICCANTS
Fenestration Solutions
Haseda Holding
Intertek
RPM
TruForm Building Products
GASES
Intertek
IG UNITS
AGNORA
ASE Europe NV
Elton Manufacturing
Everlast
Haseda Holding
Hi-Tech Energy Windows
Intertek
J.E. Berkowtiz
Kits Glass
Laurier Glass
LiteZone Glass Inc.
SIL Plastics
Technical Glass Products
The DS Group
PACKAGING/LABELLING MATERIAL
Intertek
PLUGS/RIVETS
Intertek
TruForm Building Products
SPACE BARS/WARM EDGE
Collins-Toker
Fenestration Solutions
Four Seasons
Haseda Holding
Intertek
RPM
Tremco Canada
TruForm Building Products
METAL PRODUCTS
ALUMINUM BACKPANS
Alumicor
Metro Aluminum Products
Verrage Glass and Mirror
ARCHITECTURAL METAL PANELS
Alumicor
Grant Metal Products
Metro Aluminum Products
BENT SHAPES
Grant Metal Products
Millcraft Systems
R & B Wagner, Inc
Rimac Fabricators
CLADDING
Alumicor
Collins-Toker
Crossroads C&I Dist.
Grant Metal Products
Intertek
Metro Aluminum Products
RPM
The DS Group
Verrage Glass and Mirror
CURTAINWALL SYSTEMS
Alumicor
Caldwell
Capital Glass
Everlast
Intertek
Metro Aluminum Products
RPM
SIL Plastics
Slide Clear
Technical Glass Products
Verrage Glass and Mirror
ENTRANCES/ STOREFRONTS
Alumicor
Capital Glass
Everlast
Intertek
J.E. Berkowtiz
Metro Aluminum Products
RPM
Technical Glass Products
The DS Group
Verrage Glass and Mirror
EXTERNAL SHADING SYSTEMS
Intertek
Metro Aluminum Products
RPM
EXTRUSIONS/ PULTRUSIONS
Alumicor
Intertek
Metro Aluminum Products
R & B Wagner, Inc
The DS Group
FIRE RATED METAL PRODUCTS
Euroverre inc.
Glassopolis
Intertek
RPM
Technical Glass Products
TruTech Doors
FLASHING
Grant Metal Products
Intertek
Metro Aluminum Products
RPM
WALL PANELS
Intertek
SLOPED GLAZING SYSTEMS/SKYLIGHTS
Alumicor
Bravura Daylighting
Intertek
Metro Aluminum Products
RPM
Technical Glass Products
STRUCTURAL GLAZING SYSTEMS
Alumicor
Intertek
J.E. Berkowtiz
Metro Aluminum Products
Technical Glass Products
The DS Group
Verrage Glass and Mirror
SUNSCREEN SYSTEMS
Metro Aluminum Products
SIL Plastics
Slide Clear
The DS Group
SEALANTS
BUTYL
Collins-Toker
Distribution Pièces Expert
Haseda Holding
Marc Prevost Machinery
Salem Flat Glass & Mirror
Tremco Canada
GASKETS
Collins-Toker
Fenestration Solutions
IMSENT Inc.
Intertek
Metro Aluminum Products
Renko Rubber
The DS Group
Tremco Canada
HOT MELT
Collins-Toker
Fenestration Solutions
Haseda Holding
Marc Prevost Machinery
RPM
Sika Canada Inc.
POLYSULPHIDE
Collins-Toker
Haseda Holding
Marc Prevost Machinery
POLYURETHANE
Distribution Pièces Expert
Haseda Holding
Intertek
Laurier Glass
Marc Prevost Machinery
Sika Canada Inc.
The DS Group
Tremco Canada
SILICONE
Accurate Glass & Mirror
Collins-Toker
Crossroads C&I Dist.
Distribution Pièces Expert
Haseda Holding
Hi-Tech Energy Windows
Intertek
Laurier Glass
Salem Flat Glass & Mirror
Sika Canada Inc.
The DS Group
Tremco Canada
Verrage Glass and Mirror
TAPE/GLAZING
Accurate Glass & Mirror
Collins-Toker
Distribution Pièces Expert Fenestration Solutions
Hi-Tech Energy Windows
Intertek
Marc Prevost Machinery
Salem Flat Glass & Mirror
Sika Canada Inc.
SIL Plastics
The DS Group
Tremco Canada
Verrage Glass and Mirror
TAPE/MUNTIN MOUNTING
Aribell
Collins-Toker
Distribution Pièces Expert Fenestration Solutions
Intertek
SIL Plastics
The DS Group
SERVICES
ANODIZING/PAINTING
Alumicor
Laurier Glass
Verrage Glass and Mirror
BENDING, GLASS
Verrage Glass and Mirror
BEVELLING, GLASS
Hartung Glass
Kits Glass
Laurier Glass
Verrage Glass and Mirror
BUSINESS
COMMUNICATION/ MARKETING SERVICES
EDTM, Inc.
Glasstec Show
Mainstreet
RPM
DIAMOND WHEEL REDRESSING
Marc Prevost Machinery
DIGITAL-BASED GLASS DECORATION
Hartung Glass
Laurier Glass
Verrage Glass and Mirror
DRILLING, GLASS
Accurate Glass & Mirror
Hartung Glass
Verrage Glass and Mirror
EDGING, GLASS
Accurate Glass & Mirror
AGNORA
Hartung Glass
Laurier Glass
Verrage Glass and Mirror
FINISHING
Accurate Glass & Mirror
American Renolit
Caldwell
Verrage Glass and Mirror
HEAT SOAKING AGNORA
J.E. Berkowtiz
Laurier Glass
Marc Prevost Machinery
LASER CUTTING
R & B Wagner, Inc
MACHINERY REPAIR
Marc Prevost Machinery
METAL BENDING/ STRETCHING
Grant Metal Products
R & B Wagner, Inc
Rimac Fabricators
METAL CUTTING
Crossroads C&I Dist.
Grant Metal Products
R & B Wagner, Inc
RPM
METAL PUNCHING
Grant Metal Products
R & B Wagner, Inc
RPM
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING/ CONSULTING CLEB
Prohaska Engineering
RPM
ROLLFORMING
RPM
SANDBLASTING
Kits Glass
Laurier Glass
Verrage Glass and Mirror
TESTING LABORATORIES/ SERVICES
CLEB
EDTM, Inc.
Intertek
Strainoptics, Inc.
THERMAL IMAGING
EDTM, Inc.
SUPPLIES & HARDWARE
ABRASIVES
Distribution Pièces Expert
Intertek
Marc Prevost Machinery
Salem Flat Glass & Mirror
Turtools
ADHESIVES
Collins-Toker
Distribution Pièces Expert
Haseda Holding
Intertek
Marc Prevost Machinery
Salem Flat Glass & Mirror
ARCHITECTURAL METAL PAINTS
AkzoNobel Coatings
COOLANTS/LUBRICANTS
Marc Prevost Machinery
Salem Flat Glass & Mirror
CURTAINWALL ANCHORS/ FASTENER SCREWS
Fenestration Solutions
IMSENT Inc.
Intertek
DECORATIVE GLASS SUPPLIES
Aribell
Collins-Toker
Hi-Tech Energy Windows
DECORATIVE STRIP/ GRILLS/ACCENTS
American Renolit
Aribell
ETCHING SUPPLIES
Four Seasons
Salem Flat Glass & Mirror
GLASS CLEANING
Distribution Pièces Expert
Marc Prevost Machinery
Salem Flat Glass & Mirror
Verrage Glass and Mirror
Vitrévolution
GLASS SHOWCASE
Accurate Glass & Mirror
Distribution Pièces Expert
Kooiman Industries
Verrage Glass and Mirror
GLAZING TOOLS
BTB Tools
Distribution Pièces Expert
EDTM, Inc.
Four Seasons
Hi-Tech Energy Windows
Salem Flat Glass & Mirror
INSULATION
Crossroads C&I Dist.
Hi-Tech Energy Windows
Intertek
MIRROR HARDWARE
Accurate Glass & Mirror
Distribution Pièces Expert
IMSENT Inc.
Verrage Glass and Mirror
Vitrévolution
MIRROR MASTIC
Accurate Glass & Mirror
Salem Flat Glass & Mirror
POLISHING COMPOUNDS
Marc Prevost Machinery
Salem Flat Glass & Mirror
Turtools
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
Salem Flat Glass & Mirror
SEALANT/ADHESIVE DISPENSING EQUIPMENT
BTB Tools
Crossroads C&I Dist.
Haseda Holding
Marc Prevost Machinery
SETTING BLOCKS/SHIMS
Accurate Glass & Mirror
Collins-Toker
Distribution Pièces Expert
Fenestration Solutions
Fenewood Limited
Renko Rubber
SIL Plastics
SHELVING/TABLE CONNECTORS
RPM
STIFFENERS, STEEL
Collins-Toker
RPM
WEATHERSTRIPPING
Aribell
Collins-Toker
Distribution Pièces Expert
Elton Manufacturing
Fenestration Solutions
Fenewood Limited
IMSENT Inc.
Renko Rubber
UltraFab, Inc.
Urban Windows & Doors
Verrage Glass and Mirror
WINDOW PROFILES
ALUMINUM
Alumicor
Capital Glass
Distribution Pièces Expert
Everlast
GD Solutions Inc.
Intertek
Metro Aluminum Products
Portes et Fenetres ADG
The DS Group
TiltcoAP
TILTCO
Urban Windows & Doors
Verrage Glass and Mirror
York Aluminum
ZZ Construction Ltd
FIBERGLASS
Capital Glass
GD Solutions Inc.
Inline Fiberglass
Intertek
Metro Aluminum Products
TILTCO
PVC/VINYL
Brock Doors & Windows
Capital Glass
Collins-Toker
Distribution Pièces Expert
Everlast
Fenestration Solutions
GD Solutions Inc.
Hi-Tech Energy Windows
Intertek
Millcraft Systems
P.H. Tech Inc.
Pollard Windows
REHAU
TILTCO
Urban Windows & Doors
Vi-Lux Building Prod.
ZZ Construction Ltd.
WOOD
Capital Glass
Fenewood Limited
GD Solutions Inc.
Intertek
Millcraft Systems
Pollard Windows
The DS Group
TILTCO
Urban Windows & Doors
ZZ Construction Ltd.
WINDOW STYLES
DOUBLE-HUNG
Alumicor
Bonnechere Valley Windows
Brock Doors & Windows
Caldwell
Capital Glass
Collins-Toker
Everlast
GD Solutions Inc.
Inline Fiberglass
Intertek
Metro Aluminum Products
P.H. Tech Inc.
Pollard Windows
Portes et Fenetres ADG
REHAU
SIL Plastics
TiltcoAP
TILTCO
Urban Windows & Doors
York Aluminum
DRIVE-THROUGH
Alumicor
Capital Glass
GD Solutions Inc.
Intertek
TiltcoAP
TILTCO
EXTRUSTIONS
Alumicor
Capital Glass
Collins-Toker
Four Seasons
Hi-Tech Energy Windows
Intertek
Metro Aluminum Products
Portes et Fenetres ADG
REHAU
The DS Group
FIRE RATED
Capital Glass
Four Seasons
Glassopolis
Hi-Tech Energy Windows
Intertek
Technical Glass Products
Thames Valley Building Prod.
TiltcoAP
TILTCO
Urban Windows & Doors
FIXED
Alumicor
Bonnechere Valley Windows
Brock Doors & Windows
Capital Glass
Everlast
Hi-Tech Energy Windows
Inline Fiberglass
Intertek
Metro Aluminum Products
Millcraft Systems
Obata Studios
Pollard Windows
Portes et Fenetres ADG
REHAU
TiltcoAP
TILTCO
York Aluminum
HISTORIC RETROFIT
Bonnechere Valley Windows
Brock Doors & Windows
Capital Glass
Millcraft Systems
INJECTION MOLDING
Hi-Tech Energy Windows
Intertek
SIL Plastics
INTEGRAL OPERABLE
LOUVERS
Intertek
PROJECTED
Alumicor
Bonnechere Valley Windows
Caldwell
Hi-Tech Energy Windows
Inline Fiberglass
Intertek
Metro Aluminum Products
REHAU
ROUND/SHAPED
Bonnechere Valley Windows
Brock Doors & Windows
Capital Glass
Everlast
Four Seasons
Intertek
Millcraft Systems
Pollard Windows
Portes et Fenetres ADG
REHAU
The DS Group
TiltcoAP
TILTCO
Urban Windows & Doors
SLIDING
Alumicor
Bonnechere Valley Windows
Brock Doors & Windows
Capital Glass
Collins-Toker
Everlast
Hi-Tech Energy Windows
Inline Fiberglass
Intertek
Millcraft Systems
Pollard Windows
Portes et Fenetres ADG
REHAU
The DS Group
TiltcoAP
TILTCO
Urban Windows & Doors
ZZ Construction Ltd.
SOLARIUMS
Intertek
Metro Aluminum Products
TILT-TURN
Bonnechere Valley Windows
GD Solutions Inc.
Inline Fiberglass
Intertek
Millcraft Systems
P.H. Tech Inc.
Portes et Fenetres ADG
REHAU
Roto North America
TiltcoAP
TILTCO
Urban Windows & Doors
ZZ Construction Ltd.
WINDOW CASEMENT
Alumicor
Bonnechere Valley Windows
Brock Doors & Windows
Caldwell
Capital Glass
Collins-Toker
Everlast
Hi-Tech Energy Windows
Inline Fiberglass
Intertek
Metro Aluminum Products
Millcraft Systems
P.H. Tech Inc.
Portes et Fenetres ADG
REHAU
Roto North America
SIL Plastics
The DS Group
TiltcoAP
TILTCO
Urban Windows & Doors
York Aluminum
Contact Joe Pust,
WINDOW HARDWARE
ACME Window Hardware
Alumicor
Brock Doors & Windows
Caldwell
Capital Glass
Collins-Toker
Distribution Pièces Expert
Hi-Tech Energy Windows
IMSENT Inc.
Intertek
Metro Aluminum Products
Portes et Fenetres ADG
Roto North America
SIL Plastics
The DS Group
Urban Windows & Doors
by FRANK FULTON
Frank Fulton is president of Fultech Fenestration Consulting. He has been in the industry for 30 years and can be reached via email at fultech.fc@gmail.com
Another year has blown by and we’ll soon be looking at 2016 in the rear view mirror. I’m still looking at the grass from above, so all in all, I don’t have much to complain about. After my rant about our Ontario provincial government in the last issue, the Attorney General finally released the expert review of the Construction Lien Act I’ve been ragging on about for the past few years. At 497 pages long, it’s a nice easy read packed with extensive discussions, assessments, precedents, arguments, and recommendations covering every aspect of the Act. The good news is that the report strongly recommends legislated prompt payment, interest on late payments, timely release of holdback, an expedited binding dispute resolution process and the right to suspend work. Now, it’s up to the government to enact the recommendations into a new Act, expected to be put into law within a year.
I’ve been doing some travelling in the last while. For the first time in a few years a small assembly of cronies and I headed down to Las Vegas to attend the GlassBuild show. I was impressed by all the portable equipment on the market today to move, lift, turn and install glazed curtainwall frames and large lites of glass. The people at Walker Glass also were very informative on the technology behind bird-friendly glass. But the real reasons for going to Vegas were firstly, it’s Vegas, and secondly, to celebrate a major milestone birthday.
I’ve been doing some travelling in the last while...
My first column for Glass Canada in 2008 was about the OGMA honouring Bill Parkin of Burlington Glass with its Lifetime Achievement Award. Bill and I have been friends since we first met on the board of directors of the Metro Toronto Glass Association in 1982. Well, the old bugger just turned 80 so it only seemed fitting to drag him to Sin City to see if he could survive three days of gambling, over-eating, drinking, and debauchery. He did, so I guess I’ll have to endure his insufferable golf game for another year.
I also went to Iceland in October to visit one of my daughters and two grandchildren, one of them being brand new. I’ve been there a few times and consider Iceland to be one of the most remarkable and ruggedly beautiful places in the world. It’s a volcanic island located in the North Atlantic between Greenland and Norway just beneath the Arctic Circle. Its name is somewhat misleading in that, courtesy of the effects of the Gulf Stream, it doesn’t really get all that cold. The population of the entire country is only about 330,000 and 130,000 of those live in Reykjavik, the vibrant and happening capital city, but they also had over 1.3 million tourists visiting this year, providing five per cent of their GDP. What is amazing is their use of green technology. All their electricity is produced from steam harnessed from the ground. Almost all buildings in the country are heated with hot water pumped directly from the ground through a network of pipelines into radiators. Hot and cold water coming out of your taps comes directly from the ground and is the purest in the world. About the only fossil fuel used is in cars.
People’s names in Iceland are not what you’re used to. Instead of having a family surname that is passed on for generations, all children are named after their father’s first name. For example, if I lived in Iceland, my son’s last name would be Franksson and my daughter’s last name would be Franksdottir. Not only that, but children’s first names must be selected from a government approved list. “Moon Unit” and “Dweezle” just will not do.
This being the Christmas season, children around the world are anticipating the arrival of Santa Claus, but not in Iceland. They don’t have Santa in Iceland, but instead have 13 troll brothers called the Yule Lads. For the 13 nights preceding Christmas Day, children leave a shoe in their bedroom window and a different Yule Lad visits each night leaving candy, toys, or rotten potatoes in the shoe. The troll’s ogress mother, Gryla, accompanies them to town and if a child has been bad, she captures them, throws them into a big sack and drags them back to her cave in the mountains where she boils them and eats them. The child will be released, however, if they repent their bad behavior. Also, Gryla has a huge black Yule Cat that eats children who do not get clothes for Christmas. Merry Christmas!
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