The New York Building Congress and New York Building Foundation have issued their joint, annual publication, the New York City Construction Outlook, for 2022-2024. Spending in the residential building sector in particular is forecast to increase nearly 70% in the next few years over the pre-pandemic period of 2017-2019. The Construction Outlook shows the Big […]

The downturn in housing construction and increasing number of news reports predicting a forthcoming recession have not put as much of a damper on the residential door and window industry. Just as Manufacturing Week takes place this week, two manufacturers announced expansions and one broke ground on a new facility. Elevate Windows & Doors says […]

Windows and door manufacturer Peerless Products Inc., announced it will expand in Nevada, Missouri, investing $3.5 million and creating 111 new jobs. Peerless says the expansion will increase the company’s production capacity at its existing Nevada facility, used for warehousing, manufacturing, and research and development. “It’s exciting to see Peerless Products growing in Nevada, and […]

JELD-WEN celebrated the grand opening of its new VPI Quality Windows manufacturing plant this week by announcing it is adding a second shift ahead of schedule, creating approximately 20 new jobs. JELD-WEN announced in May 2021 that it would invest $8 million in Statesville to establish the new production facility, with an annual payroll impact […]

Vinylmax, a manufacturer of vinyl windows for replacement and new construction residential use, has announced plans to expand its presence in Hamilton, Ohio, so it may increase production and meet growing demand. The investment includes $4 million, which will be used to outfit the new, 150,000-square-foot expansion expected to be ready for 2023. The company […]

Palmer-Donavin, a building material distribution and door fabrication company in Columbus, Ohio, has announced plans to expand its manufacturing operations in Union Township, Ohio, investing $800,000 and creating 20 new jobs. Hiring for production and warehouse positions began in May. To meet growing customer demand for its products, Palmer-Donavin plans to add a second shift […]

Window Nation is set to open its second location in the New England area in Hartford, Conn., adding both new jobs and in-demand home solutions to the area, the company says. The window dealer will service the Hartford/New Haven areas as well as southwestern Massachusetts. “We’re of course excited by the increase our industry is […]

PGT Innovations (PGT) is looking for new team members to fill over 150 positions throughout its manufacturing plants in North Venice, Hialeah, Miami, and Tampa, Fla. “PGT Innovations is looking for more incredible folks to join our team and build long-term careers with us,” said Jeff Jackson, PGT president and CEO. “With the demand that […]