Sound mitigation is an important consideration in any architectural design, but it’s a critical component in office buildings and schools. How to Measure Sound Ratings in Glazed Windows and Partition Systems Ron Wooten, writing for Glass Magazine, offers some guidelines on how you can measure ...
A rose by any other name may smell as sweet, but would a window made of any other material function just as well? What materials you choose for your commercial window project will have a drastic effect on the performance and longevity of your windows. Criteria When Choosing Quality ...
One of the most iconic buildings in St. Paul history is the Schmidt Brewing Company. Unfortunately, after its heyday the building sat dormant for more than a decade. Now, it has a new life. Just in October 2018, the Jacob Schmidt Brewing Company Historic District was listed on the National Register ...
St. Cloud Window is exhibiting in booth #530 at the A’18 MN – The Minnesota Conference on Architecture, Nov 13-16, at the Minneapolis Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D. The conference is an excellent opportunity to hear from inspirational speakers, gain insights on new trends and technologies, and ...
How do you keep your employees motivated and satisfied? Turns out, it has just as much to do with your company culture as it does your office space. Well-lit and well-ventilated workspaces decrease the number of absences and increase satisfaction by 24% and productivity by 16%. Elena ...
As schools look toward the future and find new and better ways to educate students, architects and designers are working to support these initiatives during school design, construction, and renovation. The rebuild of Dunbar High School, with the help of the SCW9000 curtain wall, put many of the also ...
In 2009, a portion of the South Bronx in New York City was rezoned, with the goal of creating affordable housing, mixed-use development, and accessible community and pedestrian access. However, it wasn’t until 2015, when SCLE Architects broke ground on the 810 River Avenue Apartments, that the goal ...
Installing high-efficiency windows is an excellent way to improve energy efficiency and save on heating and cooling costs. But with so many options on the market, how can builders and building managers know whether they’re selecting the right windows? There are a variety of options that can enhance ...
(PART TWO OF TWO) Part One focused on the common issues that plague older commercial windows, the challenges of restoring them and how to know when it’s time to replace windows. Part Two focuses on the best method of replacing older commercial windows, and the concerns and common issues with ...
(PART ONE OF TWO) There are common deficiencies that plague older commercial windows, due simply to the technology that was available when they were manufactured. They simply were not built to the same standard as today’s windows, resulting in premature aging and damage. As such, it may be ...
As reported June 7, 2018, by www.construction.com/news – The Dodge Momentum Index made small gains in May, moving 1.8% higher to 167.8 from the revised April reading of 164.9. May’s gain was the result of a 4.7% increase by the commercial component of the Momentum Index, while the institutional ...
Safety is one of the most important considerations on any jobsite. Ensuring that workers are sufficiently equipped and properly trained is essential to ensuring safety for everyone on the site. In addition, it’s important to take proper precautions for the safety and security of the window and doors ...
St. Cloud Window is a presenter at Window Jam 3.0: A Continuing Education Session. The 3.0 credit session focused on fenestration field testing, aluminum commercial window basics, and window wellness. WHAT: Window Jam 3.0 - Everything You Want to Know About Windows AIA LU/HSW: 3.0 Credits ...
Regular care and maintenance extend the lifespan and performance of windows, doors, and skylights. The American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) offers a revised and re-issued educational brochure with tips for proper cleaning and maintenance to help products perform as ...
At St. Cloud Window, we specialize in historic window replicas and landmark preservation. Manufacturing windows for buildings that were designed during different eras present specific challenges. So how does stretch forming aluminum help us install modern windows in these historic buildings? To ...
Over the next 10 years, it is projected that 3.5 million manufacturing jobs will need to be filled. However, only 1.5 million workers will be available to take those jobs, leaving a whopping 2 million manufacturing jobs open. There are also expected to be shortfalls in skilled workers in the ...
Now that summer will soon be upon us, a great war will be waged in office buildings across the country. Some will say the building is too cold, some will say it’s too hot, but both will agree they’re uncomfortable. The issue of thermal comfort (and lack thereof) continues to be a factor when ...
Water is life, but when it comes to architecture, water is often death. Window condensation is often the culprit of decay and rot. It’s impossible to avoid condensation altogether, but it is possible to lessen the damage. Mark Silverberg and Helen Sanders recently outlined considerations for ...
As urban areas become more population-dense, cities and developers are finding it increasingly difficult to find quiet locations for new apartment buildings, hotels, office buildings and commercial spaces. As such, the focus has shifted to blocking out the surrounding noise from traffic, rail lines, ...
When St. Cloud Window was asked to provide windows for a new hotel along a busy Metro rail line in Alexandria, VA, it was clear that noise mitigation would be a major aspect of the project. In order to block the continuous noise of the rail traffic and a nearby freeway, St. Cloud Window provided ...
St. Cloud Window Inc. will be featured on the television show Office Spaces, which features contemporary innovations in commercial property and design. This special hospitality episode airs this Sunday, March 25, 2018, at 4:30 PM EDT on Fox Business Channel and will be made available for ...
St. Cloud Window is excited to be featured on Office Spaces, a Fox Business program that displays well-designed offices and business places. The episode, which airs on Sunday, March 25, focuses on the construction of a new hotel in Alexandria, VA. When St. Cloud Window was asked to provide ...
St. Cloud Window introduces the SCW3000 Series, a new line of historic replication/narrow sightline windows and terrace doors. The SCW3000 Series is designed around a three-inch frame engineered to maintain a narrow sightline profile yet facilitate the structural needs of large window openings ...
St. Cloud Window is pleased to announce the launch of our new website to better serve the needs of our customers. The new design is more intuitive, more responsive, and provides a greater level of service to our customers with product selection. The Product select feature offers quick and easy ...
St. Cloud Window Inc. is pleased to announce the promotion of Jessica Carvette to the Project Management team. As Assistant Project Manager, Ms. Carvette is responsible for all aspects of execution of project contracts. She will also assist the Materials Layout Coordinator in the compilation of ...
