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Vitro celebrates 60 years of Solarban

Introduced in 1964, Solarban glass was one of the first glasses designed to deflect heat from buildings. Its design improved occupant comfort, reduced utility expenses related to HVAC systems and laid the foundation for sustainable design and construction.


Funding approved to update 3 Canadian glass standards

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) has approved the updating of three Canadian glass standards, made possible through the Canadian General Standards Board (CGSB), a federal government organization offering comprehensive standards development.


Small businesses in Atlantic Canada pay more property taxes: CFIB report

Businesses across Atlantic Canada are being vastly overcharged in property taxes compared with their residential counterparts, finds a new report from the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB). The report comes as over seven in 10 small businesses across the region claim property taxes are the biggest municipal issue currently impacting their business.


 
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The window of the future – VIG coming into its own as a viable sustainable building solution

Vacuum insulated glass (VIG) consists of two panes of glass separated by a submillimeter evacuated gap. To maintain the gap separation against atmospheric pressure, the panes are held apart by a regular array of tiny metal or ceramic pillars. » Read More...
 
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Glass Talk Episode #63: Changing the World – Helen Sanders, Technoform

Helen Sanders, general manager at Technoform and chair of the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance Glass Products Research Committee, celebrates her 30th year in the industry by joining Glass Talk to talk about their work on the cutting edges of glass technology. The Committee is looking at new ways to confirm the amount of argon fill in IGUs; developing industry Product Category Rules for fabricated glass and load-testing vaccuum insulating glass, among other things. It’s red meat for glass nerds on the dock this summer.å » Read More...
 
 
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Industrial Millwright

Midland, Ont. - The Millwright is a member of the maintenance team and as such, participates in team efforts to achieve assigned department goals; works closely with other team members to ensure all maintenance activities. » Learn more...

Delivery Driver Auto Parts

Gatineau, Que. - We are seeking a reliable and customer-focused delivery driver to join our team. This role requires excellent driving skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service. » Learn more...

Sheet Metal Workers

Kelowna, B.C. - We are seeking positive and motivated sheet metal workers to fabricate, assemble, install and repair sheet metal products and equipment. » Learn more...

 
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