How to Plan Your First Glass Handling Equipment Upgrade
This guide walks you through the entire process step‑by‑step for planning your first glass handling equipment upgrade.
Market Leaders in Insulated Glass Manufacturing
The global insulating glass units (IGU) market was estimated at 66.5 billion in 2024. The market is expected to grow from 70.5 billion in 2025 to 135 billion by 2034. The IGU market is highly competitive, with companies setting themselves…
Breaking Down Extrusions: What They Are and How They’re Made
Extrusions are critical components in the manufacturing of windows, doors, curtain walls, storefronts, and a wide range of other products across industries. Whether made from aluminum, PVC, or vinyl, extrusions provide strength, durability, and design flexibility. These materials are shaped…
Turning Abandoned Government Buildings into Affordable Housing: A Window of Opportunity for the Fenestration Industry
As discussions around the housing crisis intensify, governments at every level aresearching for creative and cost-effective ways to deliver affordable housing. Oneincreasingly discussed solution is repurposing abandoned government buildings—oldcourthouses, shuttered schools, disused post offices—into residential units ordemolishing them to build…
Top 4 Ways to Stop Losing Money on Your Shop Floor: Smart Strategies for the Fenestration Industry
In today's competitive fenestration market, reducing operational costs without compromising quality is crucial. Whether you're fabricating windows, doors, or curtain walls, streamlining your shop floor processes can significantly impact your bottom line. Here are four proven ways to save money…
Fenestration Industry: Windows and Doors
The classic definition of fenestration refers to the design, construction and placement of windows and doors in a building. The term has grown over the years to include both indoor and outdoor windows, doors, skylights and any other opening designed…
Window Screen Manufacturing Issues and the Solution
The window screen manufacturing industry plays a vital role in providing essential products that enhance comfort and safety for homes and buildings. However, window manufacturers often face a range of window screen manufacturing issues when producing high-quality window screens efficiently.…
Architectural Glass Trends for 2025
As we look ahead to 2025, architectural glass is poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the design and functionality of modern buildings. From aesthetics to sustainability, innovative glass technologies are transforming both the exterior and interior of structures.…
What a Trump Victory Could Mean for the Fenestration Industry
Under his first term, now President-elect Donald Trump made significant efforts to reduce regulatory burdens across various industries, including construction and manufacturing. The Republican Party Platform details key issues such as tax, foreign policy and the economy that will be…
Wakefield Gives Back to Local Community
At Wakefield Equipment, we love to give back to our local community. We believe that giving back makes a significant impact and is a way to support the local community, build relationships, and help those in need. We are a…