Most U.S. buildings currently in use will continue to be until 2050 and, eventually, will require renovation. Helping building and property managers evaluate and maximize the benefits of window system renovation and upgrades, Apogee Enterprises, Inc.’s Building Retrofit Strategy Team offers a new 28-page publication. “Replacing aging windows with new, [ Read More... ]
Tubelite's Jon O'Neal recently authored an article in The Construction Specifier on "Considerations for Standard, Modified and Custom Aluminum Doors." The seven-page educational feature offers five key factors to consider throughout the selection process for aluminum swinging doors and frames in commercial applications: Extruded aluminum components Hardware requirements and specifications [ Read More... ]
Tubelite Inc. has been approved by the National Fenestration Ratings Council (NFRC) as a Manufacturer Approved Calculation Entity (ACE) Organization. NFRC is the global leader in delivering energy and related performance ratings and certification for fenestration products and systems. In addition to the company's ACE certified individuals in both the [ Read More... ]
Kevin Haynes, architectural specification manager at Tubelite Inc., will present “Hurricane Impact Fenestration Design” as an educational session on Wed., Sept. 7, 11 a.m., at CONSTRUCT in the Austin Convention Center’s room 9AB. CONSTRUCT is held Sept. 7-9 in conjunction with the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) 60th annual convention.Registration is [ Read More... ]
Supporting design professionals’ industry knowledge and development, Tubelite offers a new continuing education course, “FORWARD FACING: Innovations that are Moving Building Enclosure Design, Fabrication, Installation, and Performance in Bold New Directions,” available now in the September issue of Architectural Record and online Continuing Education Center. The course is approved by [ Read More... ]
Tubelite’s architectural specification manager Tom Minnon presents “Determining Fenestration U-Factors” (1 LU|HSW - T5: A4442E) at the AIA New York chapter’s Procrastinators’ Days on Thurs., Dec. 4, 1:30-2:30 p.m.With nearly four decades of industry experience, Minnon is a LEED® Accredited Professional by the U.S. Green Building Council and a Certified [ Read More... ]
by Tom Minnon, CFM, LEED® AP, CDT, Eastern Region Sales Manager for Tubelite Inc. This month, I am proud to add Certified FenestrationMaster (CFM) to the list of certifications, accreditations and accomplishments I’ve gained during my 38 years of experience in this ever-changing industry. I am one of the first [ Read More... ]
by Tom Minnon, LEED® AP, CDT, Eastern Region Sales Manager for Tubelite Inc.Summer sets as the autumn tradeshow season dawns. GlassBuild America, Sept. 10-12 in Atlanta, and CSI Construct, Sept. 25-27 in Nashville, bring that bittersweet reminder that we have entered the third quarter. This year’s expos are expected to [ Read More... ]
by Tom Minnon, LEED® AP, CDT, Eastern Region Sales Manager for Tubelite Inc. For the past 20 years, the National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) has provided a fair, accurate, and credible rating and labeling system for windows, doors, and skylights used in residential construction. Anyone who has shopped for [ Read More... ]
by Tom Minnon, LEED® AP, CDT, Eastern Region Sales Manager for Tubelite Inc. Know the Code When specifying a paint code for your project, always double check for accuracy. The specific code is what drives the ordering process and the achieved color. The color name is only a guideline; [ Read More... ]