Tag: Architectural
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Apogee Architectural Metals Launches New Website
Apogee Architectural Metals, the business segment of Apogee Enterprises, Inc. that unites EFCO®, Tubelite®, Wausau Window and Wall Systems®, Alumicor (Canada) and Linetec®, has launched its new digital hub: ApogeeArchMetals.com. This milestone represents a major step forward in Apogee’s strategic initiatives. For the first time, the Tubelite and EFCO product portfolios are housed under a…
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Vitro Architectural Glass Marks 25 Years of Solarban 60
Vitro Architectural Glass, an industry leader in sustainability and largest glass manufacturer in North America, is commemorating 25 years of Solarban® 60 glass. Introduced in 2000, Solarban® 60 glass was world’s first double-silver vacuum temperable low-e glass that allowed for post-manufacturing fabrication. In a standard 1” insulating glass unit (IGU), Solarban® 60 glass delivers a visible light transmittance of 70% and…
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Troy Johnson Appointed President of Apogee Architectural Metals
Troy Johnson has been named president of Apogee Architectural Metals, responsible for the Alumicor, EFCO, Linetec, Tubelite and Wausau Window brands of aluminum framing and fenestration products. Apogee Architectural Metals is a segment of Apogee Enterprises, Inc. Johnson has been a member of Apogee Enterprises’ executive committee since 2020. He most recently served as the…
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Architectural Tourism in India: Culture Meets Design
India is a land where architecture transcends bricks and mortar—it embodies centuries of cultural expression, spiritual symbolism, and geographic diversity. From the soaring spires of Dravidian temples in the South to the intricate latticework of Mughal monuments in the North, India’s architectural landscape is a vivid tapestry of design evolution. In recent years, a growing…
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Construction Specialties Debuts STYX™ Architectural Line
Construction Specialties, a longtime innovator in façade and interior solutions, introduces STYX™. This architectural system uses independently fastened linear profiles to enhance depth and bring visual interest to both interior and exterior settings. STYX integrates aesthetics and functionality by using lines and texture to define spaces and create visual impact.The aluminum profiles are lightweight and…
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Birdair Launches Architectural Icons Tour
Birdair, Inc., the world’s leading specialty contractor for custom tensile membrane structures for nearly 70 years, has launched its Architectural Icons Tour, a road tour that will visit over 200 Birdair structures across the U.S. over the next 12-18 months. The tour hopes to inspire and educate the architectural community by showcasing groundbreaking innovations in tensile…
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Vitro Architectural Glass Launches FramingFactor™ Tool
Vitro Architectural Glass has introduced FramingFactor™, a digital tool that allows users to quickly evaluate Total Assembly Performance (TAP) of insulating glass units (IGUs) in architects’ future builds.“FramingFactor™ is an essential tool that serves as a guide for users to evaluate performance data for both glazing and framing options when planning upcoming projects,” said Fernando…
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Lutron Acquires Orluna, Maker of Architectural Lighting
Lutron Electronics Co., Inc., a global leader in lighting control, automated shading solutions, and intelligent fixtures, announces its acquisition of Orluna LED Technologies Limited, a premier United Kingdom-based manufacturer specializing in high-quality architectural lighting fixtures. The acquisition marks Lutron’s first outside North America.Founded in 2010, Orluna is known for its high-quality downlights, up lights, and…
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Architectural glazing: The ultimate guide
Architectural glazing is a broad term, often interpreted differently by architects and glazing suppliers. But it typically refers to the use of extensive glass features which enhance a project’s design, rather than serving purely functional purposes. Until fairly recently, architectural glazing would have been seen purely in large commercial projects, however, that is changing, with…
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Parallel Architectural Launches Aluminum Self-Mating Battens
Parallel Architectural Products today announced the launch of its innovative self-mating aluminum battens. This new product line builds upon the company’s existing two-part battens, offering enhanced design possibilities and superior structural integrity for demanding environments. The self-mating battens, available in multiple sizes, allow architects, designers, and contractors to use Parallel aluminum in versatile new ways…