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.
Top Workflow Bottlenecks in Window Fabrication—And How to Fix Them
For most fabrication shops, even small inefficiencies can ripple across the entire production line, slowing output, increasing labor costs, and creating unnecessary safety risks. The good news is that most workflow bottlenecks are predictable, preventable, and solvable with the right equipment and layout strategy.
ROI of Glass Handling Equipment: Cost–Benefit Guide
Investing in the right glass handling equipment can completely change the economics of a glass fabrication or window manufacturing shop. The right racks, dollies, conveyors, and vacuum lifters don’t just make production smoother, they reduce labor costs, minimize waste, and…
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…
How is Glass Made?
The Pilkington Process Glass is made from melting sand into a liquid. You won’t see that happening at your local beach though. Sand melts into a liquid state at around 1700˚ C (or 30390˚ F)! In a commercial glass plant,…
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.…
Trump Administration Spells the Death of OSHA Heat Standard Rule
As the nation prepares for another term under President Donald Trump, the issue of workplace heat exposure and the potential for an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) heat standard is once again on the table. Despite growing calls for…
OSHA Broken Glass Handling Procedures
In manufacturing environments, the safe handling of glass is crucial to prevent injuries, especially when dealing with broken glass. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) provides guidelines to ensure worker safety and minimize risks associated with glass handling. OSHA…