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The following article will try to define what decorative painting is. Decorative painting is a technique commonly misnamed and referred to as “faux finishing.”

Laminators Incorporated now offers a new AIA-approved course titled “Evolution of Insulated Glazing Panels.” The course offers one LU/HSW CEU credit through the American Institute of Architects.

The 2022 edition of AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440, “North American Fenestration Standard/Specification for windows, doors and skylights,” has been published. This standard is the result of a multi-year effort by CSA Group, Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance and Window & Door Manufacturers Association.

InfernoShield is a new non-combustible insulated glazing panel designed to provide superior protection from fire when installed in window, glazing and curtainwall systems. InfernoShield panels create a highly decorative and durable surface with exceptional fire performance properties.

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance has updated a document providing specific information to assist industry professionals in selecting the appropriate adaptations to the existing testing standards for application to field investigations of fenestration products.

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance has published an updated document which establishes minimum performance requirements for liquid-applied flashing used to provide water-resistive seals around exterior wall openings in buildings. This includes fenestration products such as windows and doors, as well as other through-wall penetrations.

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance has formalized its 2023 and 2024 conference schedule, beginning with the FGIA 2023 Annual Conference taking place Feb. 13-16 in Coronado, California. Registration for this event is now open.

CertainTeed, a leading North American manufacturer of building materials, today announced the launch of Terminus Transitions and Terminus Glazing Channels as new product extensions to the company’s Terminus Perimeter Trim line. The Terminus Perimeter Trim line is a premier suspension system accessory that allows for easy installation of suspended ceilings with exposed edges, including clouds, peninsulas and islands.

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance has released three updated documents describing test procedures and performance requirements for organic coatings applied to aluminum extrusions and panels for architectural products. The documents are AAMA 2603-22, AAMA 2604-22 and AAMA 2605-22.