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GlassBuild Has the Answers 

GlassBuild America returns to Las Vegas this year, but while the location may be familiar, the show will offer exhibitors and attendees alike new and critical insights to support their businesses during a time of economic uncertainty

By Norah Dick | September 02, 2026

Forging New Pathways for Tomorrow’s Leaders

Emerging Leaders Initiative Seeks to Identify Next Generation of Industry Influencers.

A Dynamic Duo is GlassBuild Ready!

Fun new episode of the "From the Fabricator" podcast for you. It's a dive into the upcoming GlassBuild show in Vegas with two guys who have done it all at this event.

By Max Perilstein | August 31, 2026

The Last of the Firsts

I have been at Technical Glass Products (TGP) for 24 years now—nearly half of my life and the company’s as well. TGP has been part of nearly every major milestone in my life: my engagement, my wedding, raising three children and now seeing them all off to college. I’m surprised to say these personal and professional milestones do have parallels, some expected but others caught me off guard.

By David Vermeulen | August 25, 2026

It Continues

The latest Architectural Billings Index is out, and, as has been the case, it was well below break-even. We are firmly in the middle of the longest slump this index has ever seen. The good news? Despite that, we truck on through the soft spots and some frustratingly disappointing business tactics and are making the most of it.

By Max Perilstein | August 24, 2026

Good Reading

The latest issue of Glass Magazine is out, and it features the Glass Magazine Award, which I mentioned last week on the blog. Aside from that, though, it is a strong issue. Once again, some of my favorites include important pieces by Norah Dick, Rachel Vitello, Pete deGorter, and Amy Becker that cover safety, workforce, AI, and more.

By Max Perilstein | August 17, 2026

Five Takeaways from the FGIA Virtual Summer Summit

From regulation to trends to economics and beyond, the virtual meeting addressed key issues impacting the fenestration industry.

By Laurie Cowin | August 12, 2026

Northwest Idea House 

2025 Northwest Idea House, Gig Harbor, Washington

August 12, 2026

How to Build Successful LCAs and EPDs

Successful Life Cycle Assessments and Environmental Product Declarations both start with high-quality data and support United States Green Building Council’s LEED v5 Materials and Resources requirements. Let’s look at data gathering, the LCA consultant’s role and the importance of third-party verification.

By Brian Tobias | August 12, 2026

Authenticity on Display

The latest episode of the “From the Fabricator” podcast is now live, and it features two incredibly genuine people. I start with the very sharp Kristina Buckett of Dallas Flat Glass and Excel Glass Systems. Then Joe Silva joins me.

By Max Perilstein | August 10, 2026