Consensus-based document development is one of the strengths of FGIA, and as a member, your participation is important. When documents, in the form of ballots or surveys, are sent for review, and hopefully approval, it is important to respond to those ballots, and any ballot-related emails. Not responding can throw up roadblocks in the document development process.Having a say in the development and updating of industry standards and documents may be the largest benefit of membership. Throughout our history of industry leadership, FGIA has become...

Involvement in industry associations can be helpful to individuals and companies in a lot of ways, whether it means having a strong handle on news and updates, gaining knowledge from those closest to the work being done or doing the work yourself to shape an industry’s future. Trade associations like FGIA can gain you and your company access to things like the latest market study information, economic updates, opportunities for professional development and resources that can help your company plan for the future and succeed.Here...

A version of this blog post ran in October 2020. It has been updated with new information.If you are already an FGIA member, you know the Association offers a wealth of information to its membership. From our publications and popular conferences to our task groups and committees, those new to the industry and even fenestration and glazing veterans can learn a lot. FGIA encourages you to take advantage of all that we have to offer, but don’t miss out on one of the most important...