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Storefront and Entrance Systems: Enhancing Design, Security, and Efficiency
03/26/2025
A building’s storefront and entrance system serves as its visual handshake, creating the first impression for visitors. Beyond aesthetics, these systems enhance security, energy efficiency, and natural lighting while protecting occupants from external elements. High-quality doors and windows help maintain a comfortable indoor climate, reduce energy costs, and contribute to a building’s overall design. Understanding Storefront and Entrance Systems A storefront system is a non-load-bearing structure typically featuring windows and entrance doors. Commonly found at ground level, these systems generally...
Storefront and Entrance Systems: Enhancing Design, Security, and Efficiency
03/26/2025
A building’s storefront and entrance system serves as its visual handshake, creating the first impression for visitors. Beyond aesthetics, these systems enhance security, energy efficiency, and natural lighting while protecting occupants from external elements. High-quality doors and windows help maintain...
Why Windows Are Essential for Health and Well-Being
03/12/2025
Imagine stepping into a windowless building—dark, enclosed, and completely cut off from the outside world. It would feel unwelcoming, even oppressive. More importantly, it could negatively impact your well-being. Humans thrive on natural light, and windows are essential for delivering...
Monroe Architectural Concepts joins the St. Cloud Window team
02/25/2025
St. Cloud Window is pleased to welcome Craig Monroe of Monroe Architectural Concepts as our new independent sales representative for Southern California. With over 35 years of industry experience, Craig brings exceptional service and technical support to the architectural and...
Curtain wall or window wall: what is best for your project?
02/19/2025
Choosing between a curtain wall and a window wall depends on a project’s design goals and aesthetics. Despite appearing similar, each system has unique characteristics, advantages, and limitations. Selecting the right option requires understanding these differences and aligning them with...
Paul Primavera joins the St. Cloud Window Sales Team
02/06/2025
St. Cloud Window is pleased to welcome Paul Primavera of Primavera Building Services as our new independent sales representative for Illinois and Indiana. Paul brings extensive technical expertise and years of sales management experience, making him a tremendous asset to...
What are the Advantages of Commercial Aluminum Windows
01/29/2025
Windows play a crucial role in both the aesthetics and performance of a building. Choosing the right fenestration products requires a balance of design, durability, and functionality. Among the various materials available, aluminum has been a preferred choice in commercial...
St. Cloud Window Expanding and Investing at Home
01/07/2025
More than $3.5 million of combined real estate expansion and capital equipment investment. St. Cloud Window, manufacturer and engineer of custom aluminum windows, doors, curtain walls, and storefront systems for commercial buildings nationwide, continues to grow and invest in its...
Arete DCCS Joins the St. Cloud Window Sales Team
12/19/2024
St. Cloud Window is excited to welcome Marty and Evan Laslo of Arete DCCS (Diversified Commercial Construction Solutions) to our sales team! Representing St. Cloud Window in Michigan and Ohio. Arete brings over 25 years of experience with manufacturers and...
Texas Fenestration Inc. (TFI) Joins the St. Cloud Window Sales Team
10/18/2024
We are excited to announce the expansion of our sales team with the addition of Texas Fenestration Inc. (TFI) as independent representatives for Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico. With two decades of expertise, TFI is a trusted single-source provider of...
Joe Crane Joins the St. Cloud Window Sales Team
10/18/2024
St. Cloud Window is pleased to announce the expansion of our sales team with the addition of Joe Crane as an independent sales representative for New Jersey, Delaware, and Eastern Pennsylvania. With extensive experience working with architects, builders, developers, and...
How Curtain Wall Systems Benefit Education Buildings
08/02/2024
Why Educational Buildings The SCW9000-A9 Curtain Wall system, exemplified by its use in the Haslam School of Music at the University of Tennessee, highlights why curtain walls are an optimal choice for educational facilities. High-performance windows play a crucial role...
What to Know About Repurposing Old Buildings
07/19/2024
As cities expand, old buildings are often left behind. Rather than demolishing these structures, many builders are now choosing to repurpose these historical buildings. Preserving History Gordon Olschlager, a Minneapolis architect and former member of the Minneapolis Heritage Preservation Commission...
Scott Batty Returns to St. Cloud Window as Midwest Regional Sales Manager
07/01/2024
St. Cloud Window is pleased to announce the return and promotion of Scott Batty to the position of Regional Sales Manager. In this role, Batty will spearhead business development efforts across Minnesota and the neighboring states of North Dakota, South...
Steve Bodiford Joins St. Cloud Window Sales Team
06/24/2024
We're excited to announce that Steve Bodiford has joined the St. Cloud Window sales team as an independent sales representative for Mississippi and Alabama, under the guidance of Gary Thell. Steve brings extensive experience as an independent sales rep, working...
Gary Ballinger Joins St. Cloud Window Sales Team
06/17/2024
St. Cloud Window is excited to announce the addition of Gary Ballinger from WinDor Sales to our sales team, based in British Columbia; Gary serves as our independent sales representative for British Columbia and Alberta. Gary is an experienced independent...
Exploring the Value of Old Buildings: Five Compelling Reasons
05/09/2024
Although reusing old buildings presents challenges, the benefits are invaluable. 1 Financial and Environmental Cost of New Materials: Utilizing new materials for construction entails both financial and environmental expenses. Transporting these materials to the site contributes to carbon emissions, while...
Mike Gilbert Joins the St. Cloud Window Sales Team
05/03/2024
We're excited to share the news of Mike Gilbert from M. A. Gilbert Inc., based in McDonough, GA, joining our sales team. Under the guidance of Gary Thell, Mike steps in as an independent sales representative for Georgia. Mike is...
St. Cloud Window Announces New Ownership
02/16/2024
St. Cloud Window, a leading manufacturer of high-performance commercial aluminum fenestration products, is pleased to announce a change in ownership, headed by a team of seasoned entrepreneurs and executives with extensive experience in the construction and manufacturing sectors. "Our decision...
Understanding Basic Window Configurations
01/29/2024
When selecting a new or replacement window, consider the basic configuration as a solid starting point, taking into account numerous choices and features. Fixed Windows Fixed windows do not open and are often paired with operable windows or designed to...
Can Windows Lower Energy Consumption?
01/16/2024
Typically, windows contribute to approximately 25-30% of a building's heat loss and gain, underscoring the importance of incorporating high-performance, energy-efficient windows into project designs. Glass Opting for energy-efficient windows featuring double- or triple-pane glass is essential to minimize heat transfer...
Is Transforming Vacant Office Buildings into MultiFamily Housing Feasible?
12/22/2023
Transforming neglected office spaces offers an opportunity to address the shortage of multifamily housing. Many urban areas harbor vacant office buildings that struggle to attract corporate lessees but can be repurposed into apartments. Design In terms of conversion techniques, converting...
Why Choose High-Performance Commercial Windows
12/09/2023
Despite the wide variety of available glazing and glass solutions, builders often overlook high-performing window options. Obstacles and misconceptions of high-performance windows The primary obstacle to incorporating these advanced solutions is the perceived high cost. Industry experts attribute this avoidance...
Understanding and Preventing Window Condensation
11/28/2023
Water is essential for life, but in architecture, it often poses a threat. Window condensation frequently leads to decay and rot. While eliminating condensation may not be entirely impossible, mitigating the likelihood is achievable. First, condensation is an inevitable outcome...
Options for replacing divided lite historic windows?
11/15/2023
One of the most challenging aspects of window rehabilitation projects is the use of true divided lites, as this method poses several difficulties that can compromise the thermal integrity and structural efficiency of the frames. These difficulties include issues with...
Restore or Replace Commercial Windows?
10/31/2023
Older windows suffer from various problems, such as deteriorating putty, air and water leaks, and undesirable transfer of cold or heat. These issues, coupled with their single-sheet glass construction, make them inefficient in terms of energy usage. So, when is...
How to Reduce Window Sound Transmission
10/12/2023
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...
What’s the Most Valued Office Perk? Not What You Expect.
09/29/2023
Forget nap pods and trendy coffee machines – there’s really only one perk that employees want. According to a study by commercial real estate and investment firm CBRE, the best perk comes from nature: natural lighting. Views of the outdoors...