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GSA requirements for new construction increasingly focus on sustainable building

When upgrading, renovating and retrofitting governmental facilities, high-quality, high-performance, finished aluminum architectural products support low-maintenance, cost-effective operation.

Tough Now, Better Soon?

This week some of the latest forecasts for 2025 were dropped, and for the most part, the news was positive. Obviously, for many in our industry, things are softer than we’d prefer, so this dose of good news was welcomed. Probably the hardest aspect is the fact that a lot of the movement probably won’t hit us until mid ‘25. The bullishness comes from additional rate cuts and some forecasting patterns that are favorable. 

By Max Perilstein | November 18, 2024

GlassCast: Ric Schmidt of Viprotron stresses the importance of quality

Viprotron's president talks how AI uses data to better automation, why quality is important, and how producing bad glass can hurt more than your profits.

Minimize the Risk of Injuries When Handling Glass

Glass is a fragile building material, and needs special handling. Having the right equipment is key in order to protect employees and prioritize safety.

By Merv Campbell | November 13, 2024

The Recipe for Effective Leadership in Multi-Generational Teams

Six steps to succeed in the dynamic industries of glass and fenestration.

By Stefanie Couch | November 11, 2024

How to Bridge Generations Through Reverse Mentoring

What reverse mentoring is, plus three steps to implement it in your organization.

By Stefanie Couch | November 11, 2024

Effectively Lead Multigenerational Teams

How to lead teams through reverse mentoring

2024 MVP Season Begins

For those of you who may be new to this blog, since 2013 I have awarded a yearly MVP award at the end of the year. We’re now a month away from that happening, and once again a ton of folks to choose from. I try not to select anyone who has been listed before, either as a runner-up or the actual MVP, so that makes it tougher than normal but also allows me to spread the recognition around. The process for who hits that list for 2024 is now underway, and I look forward to seeing who ends up on top!

By Max Perilstein | November 11, 2024

Market Update from Dallas

Top takeaways on the state of the market from Katy Devlin at GlassBuild in Dallas.