American Architectural Manufacturers Association

April 30, 2012

Case Study: Fiberglass Windows Featured in Environmentally-Sustainable Schools

More than 20 percent of public schools reported having unsatisfactory indoor air quality, according to the U.S. Department of Education. And the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that students in America miss approximately 14 million school days per year because of asthma.

April 25, 2012

AAMA's Fiberglass Material Council Launches New Web Page

AAMA's Fiberglass Material Council launched a new web page, developed by the FMC Marketing Committee, featuring new content and an updated page layout, as well as the addition of relevant information of interest to the fiberglass community and the fenestration industry as a whole.

March 30, 2012

Vinyl Well-Positioned to Meet Tightening Thermal Criteria

Various codes and standards continue to evolve toward more stringent performance requirements, especially with regard to energy efficiency of the building envelope in general and fenestration products. In the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), there are several significant changes between the 2009 and 2012 editions that relate to fenestration products.

March 30, 2012

Member Profile: VMC First Vice President, Kevin Seiling

VMC First Vice President, Kevin Seiling (VEKA) describes some of his industry experiences and influences, as well as his involvement with AAMA, in this Member Profile.

March 23, 2012

AAMA's Vinyl Material Council Publishes Sustainability White Paper

AAMA's Vinyl Material Council has released a new white paper on sustainability entitled Sustainable Vinyl: One material, virtually endless possibilities. The overall goals of the paper are to dispel myths and confirm truths about vinyl as a sustainable material, as well as outline the material's durability and sustainability.

February 29, 2012

Glass Material Council Creates Task Group to Update Two Existing Documents

At the 75th Annual Conference in Naples, FL, the Glass Material Council met to discuss critical issues.

February 29, 2012

Case Study: The Emerald City Gets Greener

The Columbia City neighborhood of urban Seattle, WA, is home to an innovative residential development with state-of-the-art green credentials. With residents just a short walk to high-speed transportation, farmer's markets, parks and a rich diversity of restaurants and shops, Columbia City Green is a mecca for Seattle urbanites seeking a green lifestyle.

February 29, 2012

AEC Helps Impose Antidumping Duties, Participates in Hearings for 2012 Int'l Green Construction Code

The Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC) continues to play an active role in advocating for aluminum in all aspects of the building and construction industry. Working together with partners at AAMA and other groups, AEC promotes the positive role of aluminum fenestration products in meeting advanced requirements for sustainability, energy performance, structural performance and durability.

February 29, 2012

IGMA Holds 2012 Annual Conference; Reviews Important Industry Documents

At the Insulating Glass Manufacturers Alliance's (IGMA) 2012 Annual Conference, held January 31-Feburary 4 in Tempe, AZ, many of IGMA's task groups and committees held meetings. These groups met to discuss industry issues and document updates.

December 23, 2011

Member Profile: FMC First Vice President, Robb Plagemann

FMC First Vice President, Robert (Robb) Plagemann (Tecton Products), describes some of his industry experiences and influences, as well as his involvement with AAMA, in this inaugural Member Profile.

November 29, 2011

Case Study: Vinyl Windows Contribute to LEED Certification of Historic District

Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood is believed to be the largest, most intact urban historic district in the United States. However, many of the once beautiful historic homes that line the streets of this neighborhood have fallen into disrepair. Families in this working class neighborhood often find that repairs and energy-efficient updates are too costly.