Tag: FGIA
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FGIA Updates Water Leakage Test Guide for Fenestration
The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) has updated a specification providing a quality assurance and diagnostic field water penetration check for fenestration products. AAMA 501.2-25, Quality Assurance and Diagnostic Water Leakage Field Check of Installed Storefronts, Curtain Walls and Sloped Glazing Systems, an FGIA document, is now available for purchase in the FGIA online store.…
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FGIA Updates Aerosol Foam Standard for Window Installation
The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) has updated a specification describing the use of aerosol foams developed specifically for application with fenestration products. AAMA 812-25, “Voluntary Practice for Assessment of Frame Deflection When Using Propellant Expanding Foam Sealants for Air-Sealing Rough Openings of Fenestration Installations,” an FGIA document, is now available for purchase in the…
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FGIA Releases Update to Solar Reflective Finishes Standard
The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) has updated a specification describing the test procedures and performance requirements for pigmented organic coatings applied to aluminum, fiber reinforced thermoset or wood and cellulosic composite profiles for windows, doors, wall panels, skylights, sloped glazing and similar products. AAMA 643-25, Specification, Performance Requirements and Test Procedures for Solar Reflective…
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Register Now for 2025 FGIA IG Fabricators Workshop
Registration is now open for the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Insulating Glass (IG) Fabricators Workshop, which will be held September 16-18 at the Intertek testing facility in Fridley, Minnesota. The workshop, led by industry experts, will feature a balanced mix of classroom education along with hands-on experience to discover best practices for cleaning, cutting…
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FGIA Summit Sessions Highlight QC Improvement Strategies
The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) hosted two speakers who shared their knowledge about new research in the fields of Property Resilience Assessment (PRA) and architectural weathering. In a session sponsored by Intertek Building and Construction, presenter Alan Scott spoke about “Designing for the Future | Understanding Resilience in the Built Environment.” This was followed…
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FGIA Summit Reviews U.S., Canada Industry Outlook
The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) hosted speakers with the knowledge and expertise needed to give a current assessment of the state of the industry for both Canada and the U.S. Louis-Philippe Champagne (Canadian Construction Association) discussed how recent changes in federal politics and trade relations with the U.S. are two of the biggest…
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FGIA Summit Covers PFAS, Green Claims, Sustainability Law
Those participating in the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Virtual Summer Summit gained several helpful legal insights in the sustainability realm, courtesy of experts from Keller and Heckman Law Firm. Jean-Cyril Walker and Alexa Pecht gave a presentation entitled, “’Green’ Claims | Understanding Benefits & Risk in the U.S.,” and their colleague James Votaw…
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FGIA Summit Covers Window and Glazing Installation Tips
Participants at the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Virtual Summer Summit heard from speakers about best practices for the installation of both residential windows as well as commercial glazing, each of which can present unique challenges. These two installation sessions were part of a full slate of educational topics discussed during the Summit. *…
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Register Now: FGIA Virtual Summer Summit, June 17–18
Registration is now open for the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Virtual Summer Summit, taking place online only June 17-18. This fully virtual event will focus on delivering high-value information through speakers, industry reports, technical sessions and presentations. Two tracks will be offered with topics addressing residential and commercial markets. Within these tracks, speakers…
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FGIA Launches New Website to Enhance Member Experience
The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) has officially launched its redesigned FGIA website, an extensive project that was a part of the Association’s updated branding strategy. FGIA’s highest priorities for the redesign were expanded member tools and improved user experience. FGIA has been working on this new member benefit since January of 2024. The…