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This insightful session has two parts. Part One will discuss the lessons of companies that have successfully navigated through crisis, what they have learned, and the new programs/procedures they have put in place. Part Two talks about the implications of the crisis for the glass and metal industries in the future—in the supply chain, technology, …

Come learn about some new initiatives at TGA, including its certification and educational programs

Even the most detailed shop drawings can come back to hurt glazing contractors,if they don’t understand the liability they carry. This seminar explains the steps involved in developing drawings and the areas of exposure and liability contract glaziers must protect against. It also details items to watch for whether creating such drawings in-house or when …

Proper Connections of glazing systems to the building are critical for the whole system to function in the way that it should. Contract drawings are often vague in the areas where glazing systems are needing be supported. Learn about the best practices to minimize connection requirements and what to do with those ugly details sometimes …

As the number and volatility of threats to facility security and safety continue to escalate, protection is becoming paramount in the scope of today’s facility design. Whether it’s high-level protection from ballistics, blast, storm impact or forced entry, this course reviews the various protection levels, testing standards, best practices and the fundamental fenestration solutions which …

This session provides recent industry-specific research and up-to-date information on the region’s economic standing. Nick will provide a forecast of what the Texas and Southwest regional commercial and residential glass and metal industries can expect and what to anticipate as a result of market shifts. Understand what these shifts can mean for current and future …