Doors & Windows

Primarily doors and windows for non-residential, low-rise construction.

Enabling windows to work as solar panels

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Sharon Thatcher

A major obstacle with solar power is an inability to be cost-competitive with traditional mainstream energy sources. Now a Chicago company says it has taken a major step forward with the development of a new semiconductor material that would affordably … Read more »

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Lester introduces an engineered single-panel shop door

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Jim Austin

Big ag machinery requires big storage. But you have to clear the door first. Lester Building Systems has solved the problem with the introduction of its new Power Pivot single-panel door system.   Targeted to the agricultural market, the door … Read more »

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Rural Builders’ Top 10 Products of 2011

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Sharon Thatcher

Did you know there’s a Top 10 website that lists everything from “Top 10 Reasons for Why People Should Read Comics” to “Top 10 Amazing Bioluminescent Organisms?” Really! The popularity of Top 10 lists is undeniable. But not all lists … Read more »

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Doors, windows and skylights can quickly add value

Posted on January 9, 2012 by Sharon Thatcher

By Laura Glass – The benefits of retrofitting commercial buildings with new windows are not difficult to sell. “Replacement windows provide increased energy savings, increase the interior comfort of the building and bring in more light,” says Bill Doyle, marketing … Read more »

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AJ doors receives designation for Texas Gulf Coast

Posted on November 9, 2011 by Sharon Thatcher

The Texas Department of Insurance has granted approval for A.J. Manufacturing Inc’s aluminum and steel-framed Partner and Responder door models to be used in designated catastrophe areas along the Texas Gulf Coast.  When installed in accordance with our instructions, the … Read more »

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New Product: EZ-V Vinyl Trim and Flashing System from A.J. Mfg.

Posted on October 21, 2011 by Sharon Thatcher

The EZ-V™ vinyl trim system is an innovative new trim system from A. J. Manufacturing for vinyl window installation into post frame buildings. The patent-pending trim and flashing system reduces the time it takes to install a vinyl window and it … Read more »

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New Product: Plyco and Andersen team up for 100 Series Windows

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Sharon Thatcher

Plyco, www.plyco.com, and Andersen Windows have something better to offer builders. Introducing 100 Series Windows made with Fibrex® material—a revolutionary composite material that is stronger, more beautiful and environmentally responsible. If you’re considering building with vinyl windows, consider this: • … Read more »

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Safety-minded Icon Door Systems introduces innovative Knuckle Splice Connection

Posted on October 11, 2011 by Sharon Thatcher

ICON Door Systems has introduced the billet steel Knuckle Splice Connection (Patent Pending). Designed by ICON engineers, this unique feature was developed in response to customers expressing issues with the stability of splice points on other hydraulic door designs. “Other … Read more »

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A. J. Mfg’s Partner and Responder doors now certified to Florida code

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Sharon Thatcher

A.J. Manufacturing Partner™ & Responder™ Doors are now certified to 2007 Florida Building Code Requirements. The recent independent testing and certification of the Partner™ and Responder™ doors means that now all AJ walk door models comply with all requirements of … Read more »

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131-year-old hardware company, Richards-Wilcox, still delivers the goods

Posted on July 16, 2011 by Sharon Thatcher

Since 1880, Richards-Wilcox has been the leading manufacturer of hardware and door accessories for sliding and swinging doors used in rural frame building including pole buildings, garages, barns, and stables. Their products include multiple sizes of flat track and box … Read more »

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