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Duryea, PA--Schott North America announced the availability of chalcogenide glasses for infrared (IR) optical and fiber-optic components used in IR lasers and sensing applications from its Duryea, PA facility.

The American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) is recommending timely and significant government intervention to reduce severe construction industry unemployment.

Schaumburg, Ill. -- The 2011 edition of AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440, NAFS "North American Fenestration Standard/Specification for windows, doors, and skylights" (NAFS-11) has received final approval and is now available.

NanoCoat  offers a range of glass coatings formulated for easy application and protection of glass surfaces of all kinds.

At the National Fall Conference in Palm Springs, Calif., the American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) Board of Directors unanimously approved a motion to award Bill Gorman, an engineer at Milgard, who continued to represent Milgard…

PPG Aerospace is introducing new materials for improved aircraft windshields and windows. For the Airbus A320 family of airliners, the French company has developed a new windshield featuring two new PRC sealants used to improve moisture resistance:…

Pella® offers energy-efficient replacement products, savings solutionsCOLUMBUS, Ohio, Nov. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- As temperatures begin to drop, it's time for homeowners to inspect their windows and doors to prepare for winter.

Use clear glass on your office windows and make sure people outside could see what’s going on inside your establishment, a police station commander said.

Kolbe expanded its library of 2-D models and 3-D building information modeling (BIM) tools to include Ultra Series Beveled Direct Set windows.

Overlooking the sea at Mawgan Porth in North Cornwall, this stylish irregular-shaped balcony from Balcony Systems incorporates the company’s unique self-cleaning glass coating to resist the worst of the Atlantic Ocean winter weather.

(Reuters) - China on Friday issued a harsh rebuke of an anti-dumping complaint filed by U.S. solar firms, warning the United States not to take protectionist measures that could harm the global economy.

Carl F Groupco has launched the ‘XL’ multipoint door lock. Designed for Carl F Groupco by Fullex, the Secured by Design lock has been commissioned as a full PAS23/24 compliant solution, when used in conjunction with security keep plates.

At IBEX 2011, Taylor Made Systems, a member of the Taylor Made Group, will showcase a new integrated tower/windshield assembly for builders of center-console boats.

Aluminium elliptical and specially-shaped apex framed windows were supplied and installed by fenestration specialists Total Glass as part of a major refurbishment programme at St David’s Haigh and Aspull Church of England Primary School near Wigan.

Global demand for windows and doors is forecast to rise 6.8 percent per year through 2015 to $192 billion, significantly exceeding the pace of growth registered between 2005 and 2010.

Peter Brudenell has been appointed as an Area Sales Manager, working alongside John King to provide additional customer support in the North of England for hardware distributor, Carl F Groupco.

MAKUHARI, Japan--What if every window of your home or office could generate power? See-through solar films developed by 3M also make your windows shatter-resistant.

VBH (GB) now stocks the new Argenta Invisible hinge range for internal and external doors and windows.

The top third and bottom third of the glass has been protected with Enduro Shield Glass Coating, the middle section has not. Muddy water has then been poured over the glass.

Scheduled for completion at the end of 2011, Oregon State Hospital’s new, modern, mental health care facility in Salem will replace the infamous landmark known as the J Building.

Enhancing efficient use of renewable energy, three of the 20 entries in the 2011 Solar Decathlon feature triple pane windows from Kolbe: Appalachian State University, Purdue University, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC).

AAMA announced the launch of the AAMA Virtual Library (AVL) during its National Fall Conference   in Palm Desert, Calif., on Mon., Sept. 26.

In ancient times, windows would be covered with animal skins or fabrics to keep the elements at bay. It was only from the 12th century onwards that glass was used in windows.

We love gadgets that serve dual purposes, so when we came across these solar windows from Hua Qin we were giddy with excitement.

Provide energy-efficient natural light and passive ventilation.FORT MILL, SC, September 23, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- "Of all the building materials used in home construction, glass--and window construction in general--is usually the biggest…