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EnergyStar Version 7 Window Requirements Not Matched by Installation Methods
EnergyStar Version 7 is requiring higher performance windows - U-Value of 2, which is an R-5 and the current install procedures promoted by FGIA (AAMA) and ASTM will not produce an in-service performance of the new windows anywhere near R-5. We have lobbied EPA to be aware of this.
EPA responds that "…proper installation is important to ensure that consumers get the rated performance from their fenestration products." and they further state: "EPA included in Version 6 requirements that certain elements be included in installation instructions to help ensure products are installed correctly." They have also stated they would review alternative installation procedures and consider adjustments to the current installation requirements. They understand that higher performance is not just vested in the product but in the install as well.
AWDI has developed and laboratory tested, here in USA and in Germany, alternative procedures and we have achieved R-5 in-service performance for R-5 windows. Check out the preliminary review: (http://www.wixsys.com/R5Install.pdf).
We will be including detailed instructions to the WIXSYS online portal under a new category labeled R-5 Performance Installation to bring the R5 alternative to your customers as you offer R-5 products. Our R5 alternative has been used in residential replacement, commercial re-hab, and in major construction commercial buildings. It's cost effective, and it works. Contact AWDI for more information.
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EPA finalizes Energy Star Version 7.0
Glass Magazine
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency finalized the Version 7.0 Energy Star Specification for Residential Windows, Doors and Skylights on Oct. 20. The new criteria will go into effect on Oct. 23, 2023, with products meeting the new criteria eligible for early certification starting immediately.
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Hurricane Ian, railroad strike could impact local lumber supply
WGEM-TV
Just as the lumber supply and its price have settled down after post-COVID inflation, recent supply chain issues, a recent natural disaster and possible industry strike could directly affect the local supply.
ProBuild Supply's outside sales representative Tim Genenbacher said five months ago, lumber prices had tripled from pre-COVID prices. Coupled with the fact that their usual orders that typically came in a matter of days were then taking months to arrive.
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PGT Innovations expanding into garage door market with latest acquisition
Herald Tribune
PGT Innovations, Inc. has moved into the garage door business with its acquisition of a Utah manufacturer.
Venice-based PGT, which manufactures impact-resistant windows and doors, said this week that it has acquired Martin Door Holdings, Inc., of Salt Lake City, for $185 million.
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JCHS: Sharp slowdown projected in home remodeling
Woodworking Network
Annual gains in improvement and maintenance expenditures to owner-occupied homes are expected to decline sharply by the middle of next year, according to the Leading Indicator of Remodeling Activity (LIRA) released by the Remodeling Futures Program at the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University.
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