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Technical Resources Trends in Commercial Glazing Systems Growth in shop fabricated commercial windows relative to other glazing systems. · Architectural preference for increased functionality. · Sector-specific demand (school construction/ remodeling). · Increased "push" from residential-oriented window manufacturers. Increasing awareness of and desire for maximum solar light exposure within commercial buildings (particularly office/bank). · Enhance worker productivity. · Focus on clarity/true colors. · Increased use of solar control low-E products. Growth in "other" framing materials segment (other than aluminum, wood, and vinyl) with the potential to exceed 10 percent of the market. Shortage of skilled labor and rising costs driving manufacturers towards unitization (curtainwall systems). Source: The Glass Guide for Architects and Specifiers, Glass Magazine, June 2001. |
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