Continuing on the downward trend that started in 2006, window sales are expected to drop another 23 percent this year, according to a new AAMA/WDMA report...read more

The U.S. Department of Energy's National Energy Technology Laboratory has awarded GED Integrated Solutions Inc... read more

• Masonite Emerges from Bankruptcy
• Court Approves Stock Reorganization Plan
• BMHC Initiates Restructuring Plan
  

British hardware manufacturer Paddock Fabrications Ltd. is bringing its line of Lockmaster multipoint door locks to the North American market....read more

The American Architectural Manufacturers Association concluded a busy meeting in Minneapolis earlier this month with an announcement of a new alliance with the National Glass Association to provide online window, door and skylight training..read more

At its recent board of directors meeting, the Window & Door Manufacturers Association affirmed its decision to launch the OneVoice advocacy program....read more

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• Crystal Executive Participates in Panel Discussion with VP Biden
• WTS Paradigm Planning for Growth with New Space
• Contact Adds Southeast Distributor
  

• Builders Cautious Given Fragile Housing Market
  From National Association of Home Builders
  

• Skilled Tradespeople. Sales Reps, Technicians & Engineers Hardest to Find
  From Manpower Inc.
  

• How the Global Warming Bill Will Affect Your Wallet
  From U.S. News & World Report

Christina Lewellen, senior editor of Window & Door

As you may have just read in our Ducker news report, it's likely to be 2010 before the window and door market is likely to post some growth. When it comes to my kids and my escalating birthdays, the years seem to fly by. But in the current economic enviornment, every month seems like a lifetime. Another year for us to see some upward momentum in our industry is realistic and likely spot on, but it's a tough pill to swallow from where we sit right now. Are we there yet? Are we there yet??

From your perspective, do the Ducker predictions make sense? Will your company be ahead of the industry curve, posting positive numbers in 2009, or do you think you'll lag the industry and need a bit longer than 2010 to see some positive numbers? Please send an email my way and share your thoughts and feedback about these industry-specific forecasts.

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"Will Many Plants Re-Open?"

Most respondents think we'll see at least a few shuttered plants up and running again once the economy improves...read more