Tag: NGA
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NGA Developing Glass Engineering Curriculum
“Current graduates take courses in architectural design and construction with steel, concrete and wood, but not with glass,” says Urmilla Sowell, vice president of advocacy and technical services for the NGA. “The purpose of this new curriculum is to bridge the gap between academia and industry professionals. By bringing glass engineering knowledge directly to higher…
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FHC Supports Glazier Education with NGA Foundation Donation
The National Glass Association (NGA) is pleased to announce that the Frameless Hardware Company (FHC) has again demonstrated its support of glass and glazing education by making a significant donation to The NGA Foundation, marking its sixth year of financial support. The NGA Foundation’s mission is training the industry and educating consumers about the many…
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Façade Tectonics Joins NGA Blueprint Program at GlassBuild
The Façade Tectonics Institute (FTI) will bring its expertise in high-performance façade design to GlassBuild America 2025, joining the Blueprint for Collaboration program—an architect-focused, AIA-accredited education track hosted by the National Glass Association (NGA), GlassBuild America show organizer. Blueprint for Collaboration provides ongoing education for architects and others in the building industry, with a full…
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NGA to Launch New Fabricator Event in 2026
The National Glass Association (NGA) has announced it will launch the NGA Glass Fabricator Conference™ April 26-29, 2026, at the Radisson Blu Hotel in downtown Chicago, IL. This is based on feedback received from its members and the industry, desiring an event that draws even greater fabricator participation, features new training opportunities, and fosters connection…
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NGA Launches Bluebeam Training Courses on MyGlassClass.com
The National Glass Association (NGA) now offers Bluebeam software training courses within its online training platform, MyGlassClass.com, at a 30% discount to NGA members. Developed by Troy DeGroot, director of Bluebeam Professional Services, UChapter2, the courses provide time-saving tips and tricks to help elevate the design review process, detailing/sketching, document management, quantity takeoffs, estimates, and…
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NGA Presents Technical Resource on Glass Nomenclature
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The National Glass Association (NGA) is pleased to announce the publication of a new Glass Technical Paper (GTP), FB78-25 Glass Nomenclature – Schema 1. Written descriptions of glass can often lead to misunderstandings due to vague or varied interpretations of the terms used. Different regions of the country and the world use different terminology, measurement systems and structure…