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PGT Innovations Receives Large Business Award

PGT Innovations recently received the Large Business Award from the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce during its 32nd annual Frank G. Berlin, Sr. Small Business Awards. Held on June 17, 2022, the event honored 27 businesses across nine categories. As … Continue reading

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Florida Legislation Could Mean New Opportunities for Impact Glazing

Recently signed legislation in Florida could be the start of more growth and opportunities for the impact glazing industry. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed HB7071 into law on Friday, May 6. The legislation includes a two-year tax exemption for impact-resistant … Continue reading

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Federal Reserve Using ‘Full Range of Tools’ to Keep Economy Going

Following initial economic impacts in early 2020, glass companies consistently report that they’re pleasantly surprised—if not perplexed—by robust demand amid COVID-19. “Quite frankly, I’m surprised that demand has been what it is,” says Jeff Jackson, president and CEO of PGT … Continue reading

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GlassCon Global VE-Glass Expo VE Focuses on Industry Trends and Innovation

GlassCon Global VE-Glass Expo VE’s sessions provided a look at the industry’s latest innovations and trends while it’s exhibit hall brought attendees and exhibitors together virtually to exchange information in a new way. While most in-person meetings were cancelled this … Continue reading

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FGIA Panel Discusses the Present and Future of Manufacturing Amid COVID-19

Several industry experts came together during the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Summer Conference in a panel titled “Managing Manufacturing Operations and Customer Connections through the COVID-19 Crisis” to discuss how their company handled the shutdown and what they … Continue reading

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