Continental, a leading automotive industry manufacturer based in Germany, has purchased the Hornschuch Group, which makes films, foam laminates and other materials for industrial applications, including those used in the fenestration industry. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. According to Reuters, sources familiar with the transaction said Hornschuch was likely to post earnings of 50 […]

GlassBuild America finished a strong run at the Las Vegas Convention Center this week, and nearly every exhibitor reported heavy booth traffic and lots of leads. “Yesterday was probably one of the busiest show days we’ve ever had, and it was Day 1,” said Mark Imbrock of EDTM. “For a while there, we had 15 […]

In this month’s DWM video newscast, we take a look at how companies are preparing for the Energy Star requirements set to go in effect in the Northern region. And as the industry prepares for the Win-door show in Toronto, find out what companies have planned for this annual event. Click HERE to watch the […]

skai window profile laminates are equipped with Hornschuch’s patented cool colors technology.   According to the company, cool colors reduces the heating of the surface by up to 80 percent. Even if the window is decorated with brushed metal or powder-coated aluminum, the skai window profile laminates make it possible. An example of a modern type of wood décor is […]

Pending Patents Innovation rises to the top at most trade shows – and GlassBuild is no exception. Exhibitors work to make sure everything from their booths is a literal show stopper. So when a product has a “Patent Pending” sign on top of it, attendees take notice. That was the case with Bromer Inc.’s latest […]

The International Builders’ Show (IBS) was packed with attendees and a palpable feeling of optimism and excitement. The show was held in Las Vegas last week and exhibitors had a variety of products on display. Windows, Doors and Skylights Ply Gem expanded its booth from 6,000 square feet to 9,000—a feat that required a year […]

 Customers looking for new products at GlassBuild America, which took place last week in Las Vegas, didn’t have a problem finding a variety of options to meet their needs. From window systems to components, exhibitors had plenty to showcase. Quanex Building Products had a large variety of products on display including its EcoBlend, which Mark […]