Curtain wall (sometimes called curtainwall) refers to any cladding system that is "hung" from a structural frame. Because the curtain wall itself is nonstructural, it can be made of a variety of lightweight material which reduces construction costs. Typically, curtain…
With aluminum extrusions costs unlikely to decrease anytime soon, what can you do to save money when it comes to manufacturing aluminum extrusions? Most manufacturers look at the somewhat obvious areas first, altering the design, reducing waste, selling scrap and…
Cleveland, OH. – November 15, 2019 –It is with great sadness that we announce that Howard Ron Ober, the founder of Wakefield Equipment, passed away earlier this week. The entire Wakefield Equipment family mourns this loss. Ron was responsible…
Phenolic Caster Wheels are one of the most frequently used types of wheels for glass and material handling equipment. Is it the best option for your application? There are few factors you should take into consideration when deciding what type…
As the fenestration industry looks to maximize every inch of warehouse space, more and more companies are implementing industrial rack and shelving systems. It’s important not to overlook the importance of installing them correctly to begin with and also to…
In 2017, a tax reform bill was passed to bring significant advantages to small businesses. When it comes to taxes, you never want to leave money on the table so make sure you’re taking advantage of all the tax savings…
The classic definition of fenestration refers to the design, construction and placement of windows and doors in a building. The term fenestration has grown over the years to include both indoor and outdoor windows, doors, skylights and any other opening…
Architectural Glass Trends and New Products Thousands of years ago, craftsmen discovered the art of turning sand and soda ash into objects of beauty. Glass is as beautiful as it is versatile because of its ability to retract and diffuse…
Wakefield Equipment offers innovative, labor saving fenestration products and fenestration equipment for the fenestration industry. Based in Cleveland, OH, Wakefield has been in business since 1995 and has a unique understanding of the fenestration industry. Wakefield has worked with glass…
Safe and efficient glass handling is at the top of the priority list for glass manufacturers every day. Well designed glass handling equipment, such as application and transfer tables, helps to: Increase productivity Eliminate glass scratches and breakage Reduce labor…