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Guardian Industries Introduces Reveal
Guardian Industries now offers interior designers and architects a product solution that enables them to design with glass without sacrificing privacy: Guardian Reveal, the company’s newest interior glass innovation. Guardian Reveal uses switchable technology to bring new versatility to interior … Continue reading
CHINA – Glaston Closes Major Deal in China
Glaston announced it has closed a EUR 3.4 million (approximately $4.4 million USD) deal with Jin Jing Group of China, a company with which Glaston says it has a long-term customer relationship. According to a Glaston announcement, the deal includes … Continue reading
Glazing Installation Nears Completion on WTC Tower 1
With the spire now installed on Tower One of the World Trade Center (WTC), construction progress is nearing completion. The spire brings the tower to its full height, 1,776 feet, and makes the structure the tallest building in the Western … Continue reading
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Tagged Benson Industries, Beta Max Hoist, Viracon, World Trade Center Tower 1
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Glass Doctor of North Texas Celebrates Ten-Year Anniversary
Glass Doctor of North Texas is celebrating its ten-year anniversary. Owner and operator Larry Patterson purchased the franchisee in 2003. In 2012, Patterson’s location brought home the Glass Doctor franchisee of the year designation. “I knew I wanted my team … Continue reading
ASTM Publishes Revised Specification for Flat Glass Mirror
The ASTM document C1503 – Standard Specification for Silvered Flat Glass Mirror, developed by the ASTM C14.08 committee, has been reapproved. The Glass Association of North America’s (GANA) mirror division has been very involved over the years with the development … Continue reading
First Quarter CBI Declines 1.1 Percent; Non-Res Activity Remains Sporadic
The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) reported its Construction Backlog Indicator (CBI) remained unchanged at eight months from the third quarter through the fourth quarter of 2012. However, it is up 2.4 percent compared to a year ago. CBI is … Continue reading
PPG Donates $50,000 to Math & Science Collaborative
The PPG Industries Foundation donated $50,000 to the Math & Science Collaborative (MSC), a program operated by the Allegheny Intermediate Unit that helps K-12 educators gain a better understanding of how mathematical and scientific practices are used in the workplace. … Continue reading
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Tagged Math & Science Collaborative, PPG Industries, PPG Industries Foundation
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Common Tornado Myth Involves Glass
The tornados that struck Moore, Okla., earlier this week brought to the forefront a myth that involves glass. According to Valerie Block, senior marketing specialist with DuPont Glass Laminating Solutions, some people believe you should open the windows if you … Continue reading
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Tagged DuPont Glass Laminating Solutions, GICC, Thom Zaremba, Valerie Block
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Architecture Billings Index Reverts into Negative Territory for First Time in Nine Months
After indicating increasing demand for design services for the better part of a year, the Architecture Billings Index (ABI) has reversed course in April. As a leading economic indicator of construction activity, the ABI reflects the approximate nine to 12 … Continue reading
Monday Afternoon Tornado Devastates Oklahoma Communities
Moore, Okla., a suburb of Oklahoma City, was left devastated and essentially rubble after a tornado pounded its way across the town yesterday afternoon. The area has been declared a major disaster area by President Obama. The death toll, initially … Continue reading
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Tagged Binswanger, City Glass OKC, Thermal Windows Inc.
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