Glazing contractors in British Columbia are invited to participate in a strategy and networking event on June 16, sponsored by the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) FENBC Region. This in-person event is focused on the needs of glazing contractors and will specifically identify solutions related to contract challenges and hiring needs.“This event is entirely dedicated to your needs as a glazing contractor. Our goal is to establish a strategy for capitalizing on the many skills and services available through the FGIA FENBC Region to...

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) is pleased to announce the hiring of Amy Becker as Glass Products Specialist effective May 8. In this role, Becker will oversee the operation of the IGCC/IGMA and IGMAC insulating glass certification programs, as well as serve as the internal auditor for FGIA fenestration certification programs. She will also provide member support as a staff liaison for glass-focused committees and task groups and will represent FGIA and its members at meetings of other industry organizations.“With over two decades...

Several topics and sessions will be specific to Canada at the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) 2023 Summer Conference taking place June 12-15 in Vancouver, BC, including a full day of access for members of the FGIA FENBC Region. Canadian-specific topics include the National Building Code of Canada’s goal related to the Path to Net-Zero Houses by 2030 and its impact on fenestration as well as ways to leverage window replacement rebates in BC with qualified installers.“FGIA is pleased to be in British Columbia...

Several opportunities for networking will take place during the 2023 Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Summer Conference, happening June 12-15 in Vancouver, BC. Participants can now register for three different optional events, including a tour of an Intertek testing facility, a whale watching outing and an FGIA-hosted game night. These in-person events are available on a first-come, first-served basis so register now in order to avoid missing out. Separate registration is required for the lab tour and whale watching.“We are offering a range of...

Safety will be the theme of several sessions being held at the 2023 Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Summer Conference, taking place June 12-15 in Vancouver, BC. Three different sessions will center around safety and education: 1) a presentation about the importance of creating a culture of safety in the workplace, 2) a panel on the latest in bird-friendly glass and related standards to protect wildlife and 3) a hands-on workshop focused on safely washing and cutting glass. Register now for the in-person experience...

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) has updated a technical information report determining design wind loads on exterior fenestration and cladding systems using national standards ASCE/SEI 7-16 and ASCE/SEI 7-22, Minimum Design Loads and Associated Criteria for Buildings and Other Structures. AAMA TIR-A15-23, Overview of Design Wind Load Determination for Fenestration Systems, an FGIA document, provides details for exterior fenestration and cladding systems and covers Boundary Layer Wind Tunnel (BLWT) testing and its use. This document was last updated in 2014 and is now...

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) has updated a document establishing minimum performance requirements for pile weatherstrips and replaceable weatherseals. AAMA 701/702-23, Performance Specification for Pile Weatherstrips (AAMA 701) and Polymer Weatherseals (AAMA 702), an FGIA document, provides details on test methods, equipment, specimen sampling techniques, minimum performance levels, criteria for waivers and a report format. It is now available for purchase in the FGIA online store. This document was last updated in 2011.“Through the use of this document, weatherstrip and weatherseal producers are...

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) has released the FGIA 2022/2023 U.S. Industry Statistical Review and Forecast. This report delivers timely information on window, door and skylight market trends and product relationships. Historic data for 2012 through 2022 and forecast data for 2023 through 2025 are also included in the report. Forecasts are based on projections of construction activity as of March 2023.“As those in the industry are aware, recent years have been unusual ones for the market due to the pandemic and inflation...

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) has released a new Technical Bulletin providing standardized test method, sample configuration and units for reporting purposes for the transmission rate of moisture vapor pertaining to insulating glass units (IGUs). IGMA TB-2701-23, Guidelines for the Testing of Moisture Vapor Transmission Rate (MVTR) and the Presentation of the Results, an FGIA Technical Bulletin, is now available for purchase in the FGIA online store.Based on updated ASTM test methods available and their relevance to IGU testing, it was decided to...

Registration is now open for the 2023 Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Summer Conference, to be held June 12-15 in Vancouver, BC. The preliminary schedule has been released and showcases a range of sessions covering the latest in bird-friendly glass, safety culture in the workplace, a hands-on demonstration on glass washing and cutting and more. Additionally, members of the FGIA FENBC Region are invited to exclusive in-person one-day access on June 14 to hear from industry experts providing valuable content throughout the day. Registration...