Today’s News for 20 February 2013
Architecture Billings Index Sees Surge
The Architecture Billings Index (ABI) is reflecting its strongest growth since November 2007, according to the latest report from the American Institute of Architects (AIA). The ABI reflects the approximate nine- to twelve-month lag time between architecture billings and construction … Continue reading
Mayflower Sales Co. Inc. Signs on to Exhibit at Glass Expo Northeast™ 2013
The Glass Expo Northeast show floor welcomes Mayflower Sales Co. Inc. of Brooklyn, N.Y, as an exhibitor for the upcoming event. The two-day architectural glass event is scheduled to take place at the Hyatt Regency Long Island at Wind Watch … Continue reading
Monroe Architectural Concepts Now Representing Safti First
Safti First has hired Monroe Architectural Concepts (MAC) to serve as its first architectural sales representative for Southern California. “There are three components to a successful manufacturer – quality, customer service and pricing,” says Craig Monroe, president of MAC. “I … Continue reading
Susan G. Komen Organization Recognizes MyGlassTruck.com Campaign
The Central and South Jersey Affiliates of Susan G. Komen for the Cure have acknowledged MyGlassTruck.com for generating more than $10,000 in donations with its “Nice Rack” campaign. Launched in September 2011, the campaign makes a donation to the Susan … Continue reading
Larry Herberholz Passes Away
Lawrence F. Herberholz, 76, of Bonita Springs, Fla., passed away Friday, February 15, 2013. “Larry had to have had more than 30 years in the glass industry. He was a regional manager for Ford glass division and for many years … Continue reading
Experts Weigh in on Glass Breakage in Russia as Prices Rise

As the Chelyabinsk region of Russia recovers from the damage of last week’s meteor strike, including large amounts of glass breakage, some industry experts are weighing in on whether the type of glass could have made a difference in the … Continue reading







