This article discusses the benefits and challenges associated with preapplied water/air barrier sheathing systems, including detailing considerations, recommended enhancements, and how to avoid common construction pitfalls.
The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance has updated a specification and test method intended to model, through accelerated testing, the normal wear that can be expected during the life of a typical AW Class window or door.
The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance has updated a specification providing a means to determine the chemical compatibility of sealants, liquid applied and self-adhered flashing materials used for the installation of fenestration products.
Registration is now open for the annual Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) FENBC Region Technical Summit, taking place November 5-6 in Surrey, BC.
A panel discussion at the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance 2024 Fall Conference covered several different uses and trends of safety-focused fenestration and glazing products, ranging from ballistic glass, school security and blast resistance.
FGIA members assembled and donated 200 backpacks filled with school supplies for students in the Minneapolis area as part of World Vision’s School Tools Backpack Build.
FGIA has updated a specification establishing methods of test cover procedures, materials and performance criteria for determining the durability of gear type rotary and linear operating devices used for opening and closing casement, awning, jalousie, jal-awning and other similar types of windows
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