St. Cloud Window is excited to introduce the SCW4500SF Storefront and Entrance system. Ideally suited for all new construction, renovation, and replacement projects, this system incorporates advanced thermal strut technology to provide optimal thermal efficiency and enable dual finish/color options ...
St. Cloud Window is pleased to announce the following promotions: Scott Doeden to Vice President of Operations. With a proven record as an effective team leader in his 10-year tenure as Operations Manager, Mr. Doeden’s responsibilities will now involve strategic planning for operations; advanced ...
St. Cloud Window is pleased to announce that Roof Tech Sales (Boston, MA) and Rand Sales & Marketing (Philadelphia, PA) have joined the company’s sales team as independent sales representatives to architectural and building design professionals, construction developers and general contractors, ...
Noise is an issue that touches everyone. Whether planning a business meeting, event, overnight stay, or daily workload, we are conscious of selecting a location where we can focus and hear one another. Soundproofing and acoustical design once viewed as a luxury are now becoming increasingly ...
As population density increases in urban areas, acoustics has become a vital consideration in the building industry. Demand has increased for larger windows, to increase natural light and for wonderful outdoor views, however, it often comes with unwanted exposure to the outside noise. One of ...
As urban areas become more population-dense, cities and developers are challenged to find quiet locations for new apartments, hotels, offices, and commercial spaces. Effective use of acoustic products has become essential to creating quiet spaces. The Sound Transmission Class (STC) rating is one ...
Each year it’s useful to look ahead and see where the industry is trending. When it comes to architectural aluminum finishes, Glass Magazine highlighted five key trends for 2021: PROTECTIVE STRENGTH Finishes - liquid coatings, powder coatings or anodize - guard against water, wind, heat, salt, ...
At St. Cloud Window, glass is at the center of all we do. However, when it comes to old, damaged glass, there’s always the question of what to do it. Recycling is a common practice that promotes sustainability. There are a few common myths that persist when it comes to recycling glass on a large ...
As people seek to be closer to loud but job-rich city centers or noisy transportation hubs such as freeways and train stations to ease commute times and lower fuel costs, reducing noise pollution has become increasingly important. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reports, noise ...
Whether beginning a new commercial construction project or replacing windows in an existing building, choosing the right type of glass is a critical part of the planning process. There is a great number of different types of glass available, with dual pane being the most common. However, triple-pane ...
Whether you are in the inner city or small town community, noise pollution is almost impossible to avoid. Excessive noise becomes a potentially harmful byproduct and sound attenuation becomes increasingly important. Why is Sound Dampening Important? According to research at the University of ...
As so many cities have expanded, old buildings are left behind. Instead of demolishing these structures, many builders are choosing to reuse these historical buildings. Authentic From & Function explores this issue in-depth, and why adaptive reuse is so important: Historic Preservation ...
How do you achieve optimal efficiency in windows? This seemingly simple question has a much more complicated answer. Glass Magazine's April 2020 Issue (page 48) discusses this topic at length. Below are some key takeaways. How to Determine Performance Know the Numbers When choosing windows, ...
Educational facilities recognize high-performance windows are key to achieving healthy, high-performance learning environments. They must meet both generalized and purpose-specific needs such as athletic facilities or libraries, but remain attractive to students, faculty, and donors. And ...
Laminated glass improves safety and sound attenuation, while strengthening windows and allowing for creative designs. However, despite the popularity of laminated glass, there are a few misconceptions that remain. USGlass magazine recently addressed some of these common mistaken ...
ST. CLOUD, MN (September 9, 2020) – St. Cloud Window Inc., a leading manufacturer of a complete line of aluminum high-performance fenestration products for commercial buildings, announces a new SCW4000 Series window. This AW-PG70 window has a narrow 4" frame depth, polyamide thermal barrier, ...
Preparing for hurricanes is always top of mind during late summer, but 2020 is predicted to be a particularly severe year. There are as many as 25 named storms expected in 2020 – twice the average number according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). How to Evaluate ...
The Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is the busiest airport in the world, with nearly 100 billion passengers a year. This volume of traffic also means a greater volume of noise. For nearby business and hotels, mitigating this noise to ensure acoustic comfort is critical – and ...
While there are a wide array of glazing and glass solutions available, high-performing solutions are often overlooked by builders. Why is this? Glass Magazine's April 2020 article Performance and Payback (page 46) broke down why glass and glazing solutions aren’t always utilized to their ...
As 2020 progresses, the construction sector has been adapting in several ways. Construction sites have increased hygiene measures, staggered work schedules, delt with absenteeism, and juggled supply chain disruption. Construction Connect highlights some of the ways in which technology is helping ...
While both natural disasters wreak havoc on buildings, window selection requires different strategies. What’s the difference between hurricane and tornado window glazing? Hurricane glazing is there to protect the building envelop because we assume that people have left the building, while tornado ...
There isn’t truly any magical material…but if there were one, it would be aluminum. It's unique in its durability and flexibility, making it easy to mold into unique shapes but also hard to break down. It’s unsurprising that aluminum is a popular choice in construction. According to Design Build ...
In downtown Albert Lea, it’s impossible to miss the historic Freeborn Bank Building. Listed on National Register of Historic Places as part of Albert Lea Commercial Historic District, the building and its many glass windows are an iconic piece of Albert Lea architecture. GLT Architects approached ...
While historic theaters are gorgeous, they rarely retain acoustic standards as they age. When it comes time to renovate, it’s important to preserve the historical flavor of a building while ensuring the acoustics are optimal for live concerts. This was the challenge faced when the Kennedy Center ...
March 26, 2020 The Governor of the State of Minnesota has issued an executive order directing all citizens and businesses to suspend all but the most essential operations and initiate the practice of extreme social distancing -- aka: “Stay At Home”. While this executive order stops just short of ...
