Vol. 9 - Issue 3 - March 2008

features

2008 Software Buying Guide
Whether you’re looking to buy software for your door or window operation or evaluating your current package, the 2008 Software Buying Guide has comprehensive information from suppliers that offer products to door and window manufacturers. 

Door and Window Trends
What better place to gauge the latest industry trends than the International Builders’ Show? From dramatic entryways to customization, see what manufactures are focusing on this year. 

Green Building Litigation
With the influx of green products, this paves yet another way for lawyers and consumers to target door and window manufacturers in legal cases. Learn how to protect yourself. 

Plant Tour: Vinyl Window Designs
Vinyl Window Designs is a growing vinyl window manufacturer just outside Toronto. The company openly admits it has a shortage of space—but that hasn’t stopped it from growing throughout its 20 years in business. 

Customized Equipment
From the initial specifications and drawings through training and follow-ups, machinery suppliers and window manufacturers work together when designing and building custom equipment. 

ICC Code News 
Learn what proposals affecting door and window manufacturers were approved and which died at the code hearings that were held in February.

IGMA Meeting Review
Members of the Insulating Glass Manufacturers Alliance met in January to finish up projects, start new guidelines and touch base on industry news.