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FGIA revamps Fenestration Education program

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) is pleased to announce the release of an updated and modernized version of the Association’s popular Fundamentals of Fenestration education program.


Window/Wall Rainscreen Interface Research project gets renewed

In 2012 I was part of the CSA FIT committee looking at window installation practices. I was very interested by the five year NRC IRC research project on moisture penetration of window installations and brought the first couple of freshly published reports to the committee; particularly the one that stated that you should not even attempt to try to stop the water and the wind at the same plane, it was doomed to fail often.


Mike Collins Shares Economic Outlook, Trends at FGIA Hybrid Fall Conference

An economist at the 2022 Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Hybrid Fall Conference gave an update on several aspects of the U.S. and Canadian economies, including the impact of COVID, inflation, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and more.


Frank, the new Ostaco

Frank stands proud at 248 Bowes Rd. For the last 40 years the company was known as Ostaco. Ostaco entered the market as a small patio door manufacturer based in Markham. The addition of windows and entry doors brought growth and expansion.
 
 
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Kohltech

Kohltech Windows & Entrance Systems is seeking an experienced Production Manager for our North Bay, Ontario plant.

Kohltech Windows and Entrance Systems is one of Canada’s largest window and door manufacturers. We believe our growth and success can be directly attributed to the emphasis we place on service, quality, and innovation and the involvement, commitment and enthusiasm of our outstanding employees. Kohltech has manufacturing facilities in Nova Scotia, Ontario and Alberta. » Learn more
 
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Podcast

Fenestration Conversations Episode #40: Your Money Back Part 2 – Bonny Koabel, AKR Consulting

There are more government rebate programs out there than you can shake a stick at. Luckily, Bonny Koabel of AKR Consulting has a whole basket of sticks and spends most of her time shaking them at the various government agencies so you don’t have to. Bonny joins Fenestration Conversations to discuss the $547.5 million of funding that the Government of Canada has recently announced that offers everyone from provinces to small businesses incentives for the purchase or lease of eligible vehicles. » Listen now
 
JOB Board 
 

LINE OPERATOR/ Coating Machine Operator

We are in the business of coating, converting and manufacturing of pressure sensitive materials which are used by various industries and firms under Government and private sectors. Our products are being sold throughout Canada and the United States. » Learn more

Manufacturing Manager

A vertically integrated manufacturer, is looking for an engaged manager who is eager to embark on a journey of personal and professional growth within our organization. » Learn more

Practice Area Manager - Site Assessment & Remediation

Terrapex is a Canadian, employee-owned company that provides specialized environmental, geotechnical, hydrogeological, and health and safety consulting services throughout Ontario. » Learn more
 
Events 
 

GlassBuild

Date: October 18 - October 20, 2022 » Read more...

NFRC Fall Membership Meeting

Date: October 24 - October 26, 2022 » Read more...

Glasstech Mexico 2022

Date: November 30 - December 02, 2022 » Read more...