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Glass and Glazing Efficiency: What You Need to Know

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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, … [Read more...]

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Laminated Glass: Separating Fact from Fiction

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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 … [Read more...]

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How to Evaluate Windows for Hurricane Resistance

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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 … [Read more...]

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Key Curtain Wall Design Loads to Consider

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Curtain wall systems, no matter the scale, are complex projects that require careful planning. Five key curtain wall design loads considerations are structural integrity, weather-tightness, sound control, energy efficiency and provision for movement. Steven Saffell of Glass Magazine gives an … [Read more...]

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A Guide to Window Classes, Codes and Glass Types (And Why They Are Important for Window Replacement Projects)

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When selecting windows for window replacement projects, it’s important to consider the ultimate goal of your windows. For many,  energy-efficiency is a significant concern. High-efficiency windows can lower heating and cooling expenses. When specifying windows, glass type can determine … [Read more...]

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Aluminum Window Frames Offer Versatility

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Aluminum continues to be a popular choice for window frames, both for its attributes and low cost. As the American Architectural Manufacturers Association explains, aluminum is an attractive choice for many reasons: Versatility Aluminum's versatility has long made it a preferred material … [Read more...]

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Aluminum Window Frames Offer Recyclability

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Aluminum continues to be a popular choice for window frames, both for its attributes and low cost. As the American Architectural Manufacturers Association explains, aluminum is an attractive choice for many reasons: Recyclability Aluminum is sustainable. Aluminum is a noncombustible and … [Read more...]

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Aluminum Window Frames Offer Design Flexibility and Affordability

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Aluminum continues to be a popular choice for window frames, both for its attributes and low cost. As the American Architectural Manufacturers Association explains, aluminum is an attractive choice for many reasons: Design Flexibility, Affordability Aluminum extruded profiles can range … [Read more...]

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Historic Window Replication in Brooklyn Lofts

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As an expert in historic window replacement, replication, and restoration, we’re often asked to work on historic replication projects. St. Cloud Window was approached for work on a warehouse conversion in Brooklyn, called the Plymouth Lofts. As part of the DUMBO (Down Under The Manhattan Bridge … [Read more...]

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How Commercial Window Replacement Reduces Building Overhead

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Windows are often not high on a list of considerations for business owners, but when commercial windows start to fail they can cost you a significant amount of money in the long run. Replacing commercial windows - in office, hotel, retail, school, hospital buildings - can reduce overhead in a few … [Read more...]

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How to Measure Sound Dampening

As urbanization spreads, sound mitigation becomes more important. Sound dampening windows are a key consideration when building or remodeling. But how can you measure sound dampening, to ensure you achieve your optimal sound mitigation? Elisabeth Leamy of The Washington Post recently dug into sound … [Read more...]

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How to Choose Commercial Windows

Many considerations need to be taken when choosing commercial windows, such as budget, appearance and noise mitigation. Aeroseal created a comprehensive guide to the most common window frame materials and their considerations. Below is a high-level overview of the considerations to keep in mind when … [Read more...]

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What’s the Difference Between Aluminum and Vinyl Windows?

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When you start the process of replacing or installing windows, you eventually have to face an important question: what type of material should you use? Aluminum and vinyl are both popular choices for materials in window frames and, with modern technology, can be styled to be virtually … [Read more...]

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Achieving Optimal Sound Mitigation From Interior Windows and Partitions

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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 … [Read more...]

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Quality Materials Are Essential to High-Performing Products

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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 … [Read more...]

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The Importance of Natural Light to Office Design and Employee Satisfaction

How do you keep your employees motivated and satisfied? Turns out, employee satisfaction 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 … [Read more...]

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AAMA Offers Brochure on “Caring for Your Windows, Doors and Skylights”

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 … [Read more...]

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