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Fenestration Canada forms new commercial glazing chapter

Fenestration Canada is excited to announce the formation of our new commercial glazing chapter. With unparalleled support from peers and experts alike, Fenestration Canada will provide a unified voice for commercial glazing contractors and will work to promote the industry and advance its interests.

Avi Bar joins Alumicor as vice president of sales

Alumicor has named Avi Bar as vice president of sales. He manages the company’s sales and client services teams, and the overall sales strategy for its architectural aluminum building envelope products.

Talking timber at Top Glass

At Top Glass April 19 at the International Centre in Mississauga, Ont., Luc Paquet, architectural representative for Unicel, will present Full Circle: The promise of wood glazed facades for tomorrow’s energy-efficient buildings.

Glaston's investor report reveals some key market insights

Glaston has put its investor press release reporting on 2022 results. There's a picture here of the overall shape of the global glazing market, especially Europe. The Ukraine war and the consequent energy shortages pose a serious threat to European flat glass production.

Speakers announced for Advance: Women in Manufacturing 2023

The agenda is set for the 2023 Advance: Women in Manufacturing virtual event on March 2, and it’s shaping up to be one you don’t want to miss. Leaders and employees of every level from all types of ethnic backgrounds and with diverse gender identifications will find sessions of interest as we explore the importance of breaking barriers, advancing women into positions of their choice and #EmbracingEquity.

 
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Deliver Superior Results with New Denver Surface

Maximize production with a new CNC machining center offered by HHH Equipment Resources. With the durable Denver Surface, fabricators achieve around-the-clock results and reduced downtime. The machine’s comprehensive controls give operators the freedom to mill and drill nearly everywhere on the glass—offering customizable options with proven accuracy.

Features of the Denver Surface include:
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Glass Talk Episode #45: Around the World – Thomas Simko, RMIT University

Glass Talk host Patrick Flannery reconnects with an old friend who is now a lecturer in mechanical engineering with a focus on fenestration technology at RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia. Thomas Simko has travelled the world researching the latest concepts in glass, glazing and building facades and he joins the podcast to give us the view from Down Under. Simko’s message is compelling: Australia lags North America significantly in its use of high-performance glazing, but that is about to change with tightening energy efficiency rules that will drive a new demand for insulating products and advanced framing systems that combine ... » Listen now...
 
 
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Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)

Known as a prefinished siding system specialist, Maibec is widely recognized for its innovative knowhow and mass customization expertise across eastern North America. » Learn more...

Design Engineer

Essex Weld Solutions is a dynamic and fast-growing company that engineers and designs automotive racking to meet shipping and storage requirements for the global automotive market. » Learn more...

Skilled Labourer - Carpentry

T&T Building Products Inc. is located in the south part of London, near Belmont, ON. It is a family-run business that focuses on quality products and customer satisfaction. » Learn more...

 
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Automation Inspection and Closing the Loop

Automation is a must for glass fabricators; driven by technological advancements, a growing shortage of skilled labor, and increasing demand for high-quality glass. LiteSentry-Softsolution has been developing technologies to solve the hard problems of inspection and measurement for glass fabricators for over 20-years. Our tools provide automated, accurate, quantifiable, 100% on-line inspection of flat glass and plastic sheets for manufacturers around the world. » Learn more

 
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FGIA 2023 Annual Conference

When: February 19, 2023
Where: Ameila Island, Fla.
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Advance: Women in Manufacturing

When: March 2, 2023
Where: Online
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Top Glass

When: April 19, 2023
Where: International Centre, Mississauga, Ont.
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