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Protective
Glazing Continues to Advance
As protective glazing has become more in demand in recent years, many
more manufacturers and installers are learning the ins and outs of what
was once a niche market.
Answers Needed Stat
The destruction of St. John’s Regional Medical Center in Joplin,
Mo., following the EF5 tornado that struck the city in May, begs the questions:
how can new glass products help essential facilities better protect occupants
from tornadoes?
A New View in Atlanta
After a 2008 tornado, Westin Peachtree Plaza’s 73-story tower sat
for years as a patchwork of glass and plywood in downtown Atlanta. Like
the landmark tower, this glass replacement stands out.
Winner
of the Green Design Award
Our judges narrowed down the nominations to three finalists; our readers
voted. And the winner is…
“It
Still Keeps Me Up at Night”
Former Arch Aluminum & Glass CEO Leon Silverstein talks about the
first acquisition that put Sun Capital on its path to growth in the glass
industry.
Shower
Enclosure Spotlight
This New York showroom is leaving visitors wanting more glass shower doors.
Look
out Atlanta, ‘Cause Here They Come
Glass professionals are heading to Atlanta September 12-14 for GlassBuild
2011. Get the early product preview here.
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ON THE COVER:
The Lindsey-Flanigan Courthouse in Denver
was designed by:
Architect: Klipp Architecture
Curtainwall: Kawneer Co. Inc.
Fabricator: Viracon
Glazing Contractor: Trainor Glass
Photo: Frank Ooms
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