VEKA News and Events

New! Outdoor Living Website Launch

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:04:00 -0500

1/25/2012 - Today, VEKA's new website dedicated to its' Outdoor Living Products division will be unveiled today at FenceTech 2012!

Once called VEKA Innovations, these products are now available in one website: www.vekaoutdoorliving.com. VEKA Outdoor Living Products will consist of products intended for installation outside the home or business. Today's line up includes profiles for vinyl fence, as well as, the popular VEKAdeck Pro brand and the new identity for railing, VEKARail Pro, previously known as VIPro Railing.

Stop by booth #1931 or Check out the new site now by visiting: http://www.vekaoutdoorliving.com.

VEKA Rebrands Fence, Deck and Rail Division

Fri, 6 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0500

1/06/2012 - Today, VEKA announces the rebranding of its products produced for the fence, deck and railing division. Once called VEKA Innovations, these products will now fall under the VEKA name and identity. The division descriptive will be known as Outdoor Living Products. VEKA Outdoor Living Products will consist of products intended for installation outside the home or business. Today's line up includes profiles for vinyl fence, as well as, the popular VEKAdeck Pro brand and the new identity for railing, VEKARail Pro, previously known as VIPro Railing.

"We're excited to show the industry our new look, as well as, some new products that are coming for the 2012 - 2013 seasons."

Visit VEKA at booth number 1931 at Fencetech. Be our guest by registering for a free pass to the exhibits by visiting:

http://www.fencetech.com and use VIP code VEKAOLP.

"The rebranding of the division is a testament that VEKA is a worldwide company with a vision of growth in these uncertain times," states Steve Dillon, Marketing Director for VEKA. "We are more committed than ever to these products and our philosophy on quality has never changed. This repositioning stresses our commitment to the future of our decking, fencing and railing business. We feel that we produce some of the highest quality products available today and our market share continues to grow."

As a qualifying supplier for The Vinyl Institute's Achieve Green program and a member of the U.S. Green Building Council, VEKA is also proud to announce the launch of a new recycled substrate product called DualEdge Eco Layer Extrusion Technology. "VEKA has always used a small percentage of recycled content for economy ranch rail substrates, shipping bundle boxes and other uses for different markets. Through those experiences, we have learned that these products perform just as well or sometimes even better than non-recycled products. This is because we are able to capture our own in-house, pre-consumer material from our window and door extrusions.

This material utilizes a highly weather resistant formulation that is ideal for outdoor applications. "This substrate material performs better than products produced from "open market" recycled PVC because we have the unique ability to capture our own material in a closed loop, quality control cycle. This recycled material also allows us to be more competitive in the marketplace and our customers are already seeing the benefit of this product," states Chris Young, Division Sales Manager for VEKA.

VEKA Outdoor Living Products will premiere at this year's Fencetech show along with a simultaneous launch of a new website. AFA's Fencetech will be held in Miami, Florida on January 25-27. Dillon states, "We're excited to show the industry our new look, as well as, some new products that are coming for the 2012/2013 seasons. DualEdge is going to be an important green product for us in 2012, along with some new decking options that are on the horizon." VEKA is a world leader in PVC extrusion technology with 18 plants worldwide and is headquartered in Sendenhorst, Germany. VEKA Inc., based in Fombell, Pennsylvania, is corporate headquarters for North America and heads up three manufacturing facilities as well as various product divisions.

VEKA Recognized as Fit-Friendly Company by AHA

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Fombell, PA -VEKA, Inc. has been recognized as a Gold-Level Start! Fit-Friendly Company by the American Heart Association's Start! initiative for helping employees eat better and get more exercise. "Physical activity and employee wellness are important priorities at VEKA. We are honored and excited to be recognized by the American Heart Association's Start! movement as a Gold-Level Start! Fit-Friendly Company," said President Joe Peilert. "We're committed to providing a healthy workplace environment.

This will benefit our employees' health as well as produce positive results for our company overall." Employee Colleen Flecher believes the company's efforts to improve employee's health have made a noticeable difference in her life, "Measuring and recording my daily steps as part of our company wellness program has provided me with a much-needed incentive to increase my physical activity. I can now see and feel the difference--which is my incentive to keep going!" she says.

Gold-level employers:

Offer employees physical activity options in the workplace
Increase healthy eating options at the worksite
Promote a wellness culture in the workplace
Demonstrate measurable outcomes related to workplace wellness

The Start! Fit-Friendly Companies Program is a catalyst for positive change in the American workforce by helping companies make their employees' health and wellness a priority.
American employers face increasing healthcare expenses and health-related losses in productivity that cost an estimated $225.8 billion a year. Many American adults spend most of their waking hours at sedentary jobs. Their lack of regular physical activity raises their risk for a host of medical problems, such as obesity, high blood pressure and diabetes. Employers face $12.7 billion in annual medical expenses due to obesity alone. Changing corporate cultures by motivating employees to start moving and eat better is in everyone's best interest.

For more information about the Start! Fit-Friendly Companies Program and how it is helping to improve the health of Americans by focusing on an activity that is convenient, free and easy, call
1-800-AHA-USA1 or visit startwalkingnow.org.

GlassBuild America 2012

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Registration Information >>

Now in its ninth year, GlassBuild America is the gathering place for the entire glass, window and door industries in North America.

Organized by the National Glass Association, along with partner organizations American Architectural Manufacturers Association, Glass Association of North America, Insulating Glass Manufactures Alliance and the Bath Enclosures Manufacturers Association GlassBuild America offers a comprehensive and united audience.

What Makes this Event Stand Out?
The Show Floor at GlassBuild America is over 150,000 net square feet of exhibit space! This show floor is the central showcase for glass processing equipment, window and door manufacturing equipment, and the latest technologies for all types of glass and fenestration products in North America. In addition, the show floor is home to the Innovations Pavilion which showcases cutting-edge technologies and other groundbreaking advances from across the glass industry, ranging from energy conservation to design innovations and the latest green products.

World class seminars offered daily, address the unique concerns of the glass window and door industries providing insight into emerging technologies, industry trends and market updates.

Action packed show floor demonstrations simulate the effect of hurricane debris on non-impact and impact resistant glass. GlassBuild America is the only show produced in conjunction with the industry's leading publications Glass Magazine and Window & Door.

Who Exhibits?
In the past three years there has been an average of 476 exhibiting companies at GlassBuild America. Exhibiting companies cover the broad spectrum of manufacturing, distributing, fabricating, retailing and dealing flat glass and residential windows and doors. See the 2010 interactive floor plan and exhibitor list.

Who Attends?
GlassBuild America attracts participants from all facets of the glass, window, and door industries. 48% of registered attendees hold CEO, president or other executive management positions.76% of attendees recommend or make the final decision about their companys purchase of products.

GlassBuild America attendees come from businesses that manufacture flat glass, residential windows and doors/related products; retail and deal flat glass and residential windows and doors; distribute flat glass and residential window and doors as well as contract glaziers, architects, specifiers and builders.

VEKA Gives Back To Community

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500

The VEKA Gives Back program is in keeping with the company's mission statement to "think globally and act locally" by acting as "a responsible member of the communities in which we live and operate."

Mindy Wilson, corporate benefits coordinator, said that last year's give-back program was such a success that people are drawn to it. Everyone wins when the employees get the joy of giving and a reward, and the agencies benefit by their generosity, she said.

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VEKA adds Commercial Systems Sales Manager

Fri, 2 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Today, VEKA announces the addition of Matthew Matlak to their ever-growing commercial window division. Matthew is responsible for expanding VEKA's commercial window fabricator base throughout the US and Canada as well as establishing contacts and leads for that fabricator base from Architects and Specifiers in the Architectural community.

Mr. Matlak comes to VEKA with outstanding credentials and experience after holding different roles in the commercial market with Shuco-USA, Traco & Andersen Windows and holds various accreditations through CSI (Construction Specification Institute).

"We already have an outstanding foundation for our commercial products in the US and Canada. There is great awareness in North America for the European style products in the residential and commercial markets. VEKA Euro products have been at the forefront for over 25 years all over the world and we believe Matt's know how and experience will help expand VEKA's commercial portfolio. Another one of Matt's goals along with our Marketing team is to create more awareness for vinyl as a viable product commercially," states Alan Funovits, VP of Sales for VEKA.

VEKA is a world leader in PVC extrusion technology with 18 plants worldwide, and is headquartered in Sendenhorst, Germany. VEKA Inc., based in Fombell, Pennsylvania, is corporate headquarters for North America and heads up three manufacturing facilities as well as various product divisions.

VEKA Top 25 Largest Pittsburgh Business

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 09:14:00 -0500

Veka has been listed among the top 25 largest foreign owned pittsburgh area businesses by the Pittsburgh Business Times in 2011. This honor signifies the success of Veka's constant effort toward business excellence.

An unyielding committment to supplying quality pvc profiles has made Veka a top contender in the pvc fenestration industries. Veka is a global company with facilities in nearly every continent. Its' U.S. headquarters is located in Fombell, Pa. For more information call 724.452.1000

VEKA qualifies for Vinyl Institute Achieve Green

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Fombell, PA - VEKA is pleased to announce its product qualifications for the Vinyl Institutes Achieve Green program (www.achievegreen.net). The Vinyl Institute (http://www.vinylinfo.org/) is a U.S. Trade Association representing vinyl manufacturers. VI advocates the responsible manufacture of vinyl resins, life cycle management of vinyl products and the promotion of the value of vinyl to society.

Achieve Green provides a helpful design management tool for projects using theGreen Building Initiative ANSI Standard and the LEED New Construction green building rating systems.It covers many applications of PVC/vinyl products that are part of building construction systems that can contribute to overall rating system credits.Information is presented in a familiar, easy-to-use spreadsheet format and the tool is designed specifically to assist with managing points calculation from project concept all the way through to completion of construction. It enables design professionals to easily organize rating documentation and development of the specifications required for assessment and certification.

VEKA PVC products such as window and door profiles, VEKAdeck, VEKArail and VEKA fence profiles can be found in various categories including Energy and Materials/Resources. "This is just one more step in VEKA's worldwide philosophy in helping to maintain a sustainable future for generations to come." says Steve Dillon, Marketing Director for VEKA. Today, with VEKA's recycling facilities throughout Europe, VEKA applies its revolutionary PVC recycling processes to reuse the components of entire vinyl window and door units. Whole vinyl windows are separated into their vinyl, rubber, glass and metal components for reuse in new window and other products. These state-of-the-art facilities guarantee a closed material life cycle creating trust and confidence in a sustainable future. To learn more about VEKA and green building visit http://www.vekainc.com/green-building-pvc.asp.

VEKA is a world leader in PVC extrusion technology with 18 plants worldwide, headquartered in Sendenhorst, Germany. VEKA Inc., based in Fombell, Pennsylvania, is corporate headquarters for North America and heads up three manufacturing facilities as well as various product divisions.

FenceTech 2012

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0500

VEKA will exhibit at FenceTech 2012. Stop by and see our exhibit!

DECKTECH is presented by the Vinyl Fence, Deck and Railing Manufacturers Association (VFDRMA) and is held side-by-side with FENCETECH. DECKTECH is the annual exhibition of the deck and railing industry and includes live Deck Demos daily.

VEKA Essentials Video Launch

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0500

The fourth video in the series is entitled "VEKA Essentials." This final segment demonstrates how VEKA's service platforms can help you grow your business by offering you complete solutions above and beyond supplying quality PVC extrusion.

Win-Door 2011

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Win-Door... it's the show in Canada for the fenestration industry.

VEKA will be exhibiting at Booth# 1330-1332 Come out and see us!

Join us this Fall in Toronto for the show that's produced by the industry, for the industry. It's full of the newest products, the latest technology and the most up-to-date information.

With over 150 exhibitors, Win-Door features the machinery, hardware, systems, sealants, testing and technology that will drive the market in the months ahead. It's a great place to talk face-to-face with suppliers, see the latest products and connect with the entire window and door industry across Canada.

Plus ... Plenty of Features, Seminars & Events - FREE with your badge

Great Demos and Testing Info - Live on the Show Floor
The New Product Showcase - great products that will set the pace for tomorrow
Fenestration Canada Annual Fall Meeting & Technical Updates on codes, technical committees and Energy Star Updates
What's on the Horizon? Don't miss the Economic Forecast
Fact Packed Business Seminars at the Learning Forum
And so much more. It's three days of industry action.

If You're In the Business, You Can't Afford to Miss Win-Door 2011

VEKA App now available in Android Platform

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0500

VEKA is proud to announce the launch of its VEKA Essentials App on a second smart phone platform, Android. VEKA is the first PVC extrusion company to launch an App of its kind on two different smart phone platforms for its customer base. The App is available for free download in the Android Market.

The App lets you watch videos through its YouTube feed. It also keeps you updated on current events and recent news, as well as technical articles, a photo gallery, a Twitter feed and of course, contacts all at your fingertips. The goal in the future is to allow customers access their online ordering process through the VEKA Essentials App.

VEKA will be adding Smart Phone App development to our customers sometime in 2012. In the meantime, don't forget there are many ways to stay in touch with VEKA through social networks. Be sure to connect with our Facebook and LinkedIn pages.

We strive to offer tools like this that help educate you and make your job a little easier, even for just one day. This is all part of an on going effort to communicate more often with our customers and be your partner of choice.

New! The Global Advantage Video Launch

Thu, 1 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0500

The third video in the VEKA Essentials Impact video series, "The Global Advantage" highlights the key benefits of VEKA's worldwide presence. Discover how international technology exchange between facilities on nearly every continent, family owned commitment and strong financial footing makes VEKA a world leading extruder of pvc profiles.

WinDoor Achieves Bomb Blast Cert with VEKA

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 00:00:00 -0500

WinDoor Incorporated Achieves Bomb Blast Certification - ASTM F 1642-04 No Brake & GSA TS01 Level 1 - Anti-Terrorism Force Protection on their Vinyl Tilt & Turn WinDow.

The V-100 Series - Vinyl Tilt & Turn from WinDoor Incorporated achieved the A.T.F.P Anti-Terrorism Force Protection protocols under the ASTM F 1642-04 and the GSA TS01 testing requirements. The WinDow performed extremely well under the GSA qualifying condition, achieving the best available outcome - Performance Criteria 1 and Protection level Safe, with a Hazard Level None - The ASTM test hazard condition also achieved the best available outcome NO Break... The size tested was 48" x 72" All blast test calculations were performed by a third party licensed engineer in accordance with UFC requirements. N.F.R.C - R-5 Rating and Hurricane Tested Too.

The V-100 Series - Vinyl Tilt & Turn from WinDoor Incorporated also achieved the R-5 super-insulating standard as stated by The National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) Test labs certified a U-Factor of 0.18 and SGHC of 0.05, qualifying for R-5 category under the Department of Energys guidelines. While many of our competitors talk about being designed or tested to hurricane codes, WinDoor Incorporated is actually certified by the major code organizations, including AAMA, ASTM, NFRC, Miami-Dade County, State of Florida, and the Texas Department of Insurance. Our certifications ensure that our products meet building codes for structural, wind, and water categories. The V-100 Vinyl Tilt & Turn WinDow has design loads of Non-Impact +130 /- 150 and Impact qualifications of +100 / - 130 Water performances up to 30 PSF Air Infiltration as low as .014

Background about WinDoor IncorporatedImpact resistant Sliding Glass Doors, Windows & Terrace Door systems by WinDoor have been designed with knowledge gained from years of understanding the needs of coastal markets. WinDoor Inc. offers a variety of custom sliding glass doors and fixed window systems available in sizes to fit any new home, high rise or remodeling project. Our custom-made products withstand the highest design pressures and Impact Codes as defined by ASTM, AAMA - Miami-Dade and Texas Department of Insurance.

VEKA in top 25 largest Pittsburgh businesses

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 00:00:00 -0500

For several years, Veka has been listed among the top 25 largest foreign owned pittsburgh area businesses by the Pittsburgh Business Times. This honor signifies the success of Veka's constant effort toward business excellence.

VEKA's Chuck Spaulding Retires at 25 Years

Wed, 3 Aug 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Chuck Spaulding

Eric Shay

Today, VEKA announces the retirement of twenty-five year employee and North American Board Member, Chuck Spaulding - Vice President and COO.

Chuck was first employed with VEKA on November 3, 1986. During his tenure, Chuck has been one of the most respected and trusted colleagues within the group and carries that same respect and admiration throughout the industry. His contributions to the PVC extrusion industry are numerous and Chuck has been instrumental in the successful expansion of VEKA to four North American sites. Chuck's last day as VP and COO for VEKA will be August 31, 2011.

With the coming of Chuck's retirement, VEKA also announces his successor as the new Vice President of Operations & COO, Mr. Erik Shay.

Mr. Shay comes to VEKA with outstanding credentials having worked in different operations management roles at Certainteed. His military career as a Nuclear Submarine Officer and educational background as a mechanical engineering graduate from the United States Naval Academy, as well as, a MBA from Auburn provide us with and outstanding foundation.

VEKA is a world leader in PVC extrusion technology with 18 plants worldwide and is headquartered in Sedenhorst, Germany. VEKA Inc., based in Fombell, Pennsylvania, is corporate headquarters for North America and heads up three manufacturing facilities, as well as, various product divisions. For more information on VEKA, please visit ww.vekainc.com

Steve Dillon
Marketing Director
VEKA Inc.

New Video - People Who Care

Mon, 1 Aug 2011 00:00:00 -0500

VEKA's second installment of a multi-part VEKA Essentials Impact video series. The VEKA Essentials Impact video series was produced to showcase the depth of the company, through its people and unique services.

The second video in the series is entitled "People Who Care." This new video gives you an inside perspective on VEKA's most valuable asset, our workforce. You will discover how the experience, dedication and commitment of our employees makes VEKA the Partner of Choice.

New! Partner of Choice Video

Tue, 5 Jul 2011 00:00:00 -0500

The VEKA Essentials Impact Video series was produced to showcase the depth of the company through its people and unique services. This first video entitled "Partner of Choice" introduces key personnel and illustrates from the viewpoint of the employees why VEKA is the ideal choice for supplying PVC profiles for windows and doors, fence, deck and railing.

Watch "Partner of Choice" Video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQX58_T1RNk

VEKA U.K. Expands Market Position

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Recently our English subsidiary, VEKA plc, has taken over one of the biggest competitors in the English window market, Bowater Building Products Ltd. with immediate effect. Please find attached press releases that will give you more details on this acquisition. This deal underlines, once more, the strength of the family owned VEKA Group that should be stressed with your national press contacts.

Acquisition Press Release June 2011

Veka has announced the acquisition of Bowater Building Products in a move which will further strengthen Veka's market position within the UK industry during its 25th anniversary year of manufacturing in the UK.

Dave Jones, Veka managing director said: "Veka is pleased to announce the acquisition of Bowater Building Products. As many of us in the industry are aware, the current market is extremely difficult, yet Veka has continued to invest in its systems, people and plant and is now in the position to demonstrate further commitment to the UK market with this acquisition."

"We have undertaken a thorough review of potential acquisitions and have selected Bowater Building Products due to its obvious synergies with the Veka brand in terms of product quality and positioning. During the review we also found that the ethos of the two companies is very similar as is the way they are run which should make way for synergies as we align the two brands.

"This exciting news comes as we celebrate our 25th anniversary of manufacturing here in the UK. We are aware that there are rumours about the stability of many of our competitors right now and want customers of both the Veka and WHS Halo brands to feel reassured that they are partnered with a systems company whose roots are firmly planted in the UK."

Not only can we offer customers the stability of buying from a company which is still family owned, but our acquisition of Bowater Building Products sends out a clear message to the market that Veka and WHS Halo are here to stay within the UK and we will continue to invest in the future for ourselves and customers of both brands." Customers of each brand will continue on their current system and the teams at both Veka and WHS Halo will ensure they will continue to offer a compelling product and service package throughout the process and beyond. A comprehensive strategic review will take place over the next few months of the facilities at the Veka and Bowater Building Products sites, during which it will be "business as usual". This story is referenced from http://www.the-glazine.com June 2011

Veka Announces new iPhone App

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 00:00:00 -0500

VEKA is proud to announce the launch of its first smart application, VEKA Essentials, for the iPhone/iPod Touch/iPad. VEKA is the first PVC extrusion company to launch an App of its kind for its customer base. The App is available for free download on the Apple iTunes Store. As part of an ongoing theme, we are once again focused on educating our customer base through the latest technology.

The App lets you watch videos through its YouTube feed. It also keeps you updated on current events and recent news, as well as technical articles, a photo gallery, a Twitter feed and of course, contacts all at your fingertips. It even lets you map out directions to our plants through iPhone's Map App. The goal in the future is to allow customers access their online ordering process through the VEKA Essentials App.

It has been quite a process, learning how to create Apps to meet the exacting requirements standardized by Apple. With that being said, it was worth enduring the learning curve in order to add Smart Phone App development to our customers sometime in 2012.

Apps for Blackberry and Android will also be available next year. In the meantime, don't forget there are many ways to stay in touch with VEKA through social networks. Be sure to connect with our Facebook and LinkedIn pages.

We strive to offer tools like this that help educate you and make your job a little easier, even for just one day. This is all part of an on going effort to communicate more often with our customers and be your partner of choice.

View and Install App in iTunes App Store >>

VEKA Wins Best of Show

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Veka wins best of show for multiple booth exhibit at the recent Fencetech 2011 show. The booth featured a creative showing of Veka's products for fence, deck and railing. FENCETECH is the American Fence Association's annual convention and trade show and is the industry's premier marketplace. Noted as one of Trade Show Week's 50 Fastest Growing Trade Shows, FENCETECH brings together the industry's leading manufacturers, distributors, contractors and specifiers to showcase the latest in the fence industry to thousands of AFA members and other fence, deck and railing professionals. DECKTECH is presented by the Vinyl Fence, Deck and Railing Manufacturers Association (VFDRMA) and is held side-by-side with FENCETECH. DECKTECH is the annual exhibition of the deck and railing industry and includes live Deck Demos daily!

DeckExpo 2011

Tue, 1 Feb 2011 00:00:00 -0500

VEKA will exhibit at Deck Expo 2011!

DeckExpo is the only trade event focusing exclusively on the deck, dock, porch and railing industry. Launched in 2003 and purchased by Hanley Wood in 2006, DeckExpo has experienced steady growth in exhibitors, attendees and media exposure. Builders and carpenters from all over the U.S. and across the globe, come to this event to see the latest technologies and newest products geared specifically to the special building requirements of decks, docks and porches. Official sponsors of DeckExpo are North American Deck & Railing Association (NADRA) and Professional Deck Builder Magazine.

WHAT ARE THE DATES AND LOCATION OF THE 2011 EVENT? Exhibit Hall: October 13-15, 2011

Conference Classes: October 12-15, 2011 Lakeside Center | McCormick Place Chicago, IL USA

WHO SHOULD PLAN TO ATTEND THE 2011 EVENT? If you are a deck building, dock builder, remodeler, contractor or building professional involved in any facet of the deck building or home remodeling industry, this is the event for you.

WHO CAN YOU EXPECT TO SEE? The DeckExpo and Remodeling Show exhibit hall features hundreds of deck and remodeling manufacturers and suppliers displaying the latest new building products and services for the industry.

GlassBuild America

Tue, 1 Feb 2011 00:00:00 -0500

VEKA will exhibit in GlassBuild 2011. Atlanta, GA

Now in its eigth year, GlassBuild America is the gathering place for the entire glass, window and door industries in North America.

Organized by the National Glass Association, along with partner organizations, American Architectural Manufacturers Association, Glass Association of North America, Insulating Glass Manufactures Alliance and the Bath Enclosures Manufacturers Association - GlassBuild America offers a comprehensive and united audience.

What Makes This Event Stand Out?
The Show Floor at GlassBuild America is over 110,000 net square feet of exhibit space! This show floor is the central showcase for glass processing equipment, window and door manufacturing equipment, and the latest technologies for all types of glass and fenestration products in North America. In addition, the show floor is home to the Innovations Pavilion which showcases cutting-edge technologies and other groundbreaking advances from across the glass industry, ranging from energy conservation to design innovations and the latest "green" products.

World class seminars and educational programs offered daily, address the unique concerns of the glass window and door industries providing insight into emerging technologies, industry trends and market updates.

Who Exhibits?
In the past three years there has been an average of 423 exhibiting companies at GlassBuild America. Exhibiting companies cover the broad spectrum of manufacturing, distributing, fabricating, retailing and dealing flat glass and residential windows and doors.

VISIT GLASS BUILD WEBSITE >>

Who Attends?
GlassBuild America attracts participants from all facets of the glass, window, and door industries. 48% of registered attendees hold CEO, president or other executive management positions. 76% of attendees recommend or make the final decision about their company's purchase of products.

International Builders Show

Wed, 1 Dec 2010 00:00:00 -0500

See our commercial products at the WINDOOR, Inc. booth #w6459

Meet one-on-one with more than 1,000 of the top industry suppliers. Get your questions answered and see the latest products and tools on the market!

FenceTech 2011

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0500

FENCETECH is the American Fence Association's annual convention and trade show and is the industry's premier marketplace. Noted as one of Trade Show Week's 50 Fastest Growing Trade Shows, FENCETECH brings together the industrys leading manufacturers, distributors, contractors and specifiers to showcase the latest in the fence industry to thousands of AFA members and other fence, deck and railing professionals.

DECKTECH is presented by the Vinyl Fence, Deck and Railing Manufacturers Association (VFDRMA) and is held side-by-side with FENCETECH. DECKTECH is the annual exhibition of the deck and railing industry and includes live Deck Demos daily!

GO TO FENCETECH WEBSITE >>

VEKA elements launch 2011

Thu, 9 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0500

VEKA Will Launch New PVC Profile System at Glassbuild America 2010

VEKA will be launching its new branded window and door profile system, VEKA Elements, at this years Glassbuild America Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. The new system is designed for a multitude of applications and markets and will easily achieve R5 and beyond. This 3.25" depth of frame system features a maximum 1 3/8" glazing pocket and allows for common shapes to be used for different operator types in both residential and commercial building applications. With the proper glazing, this system can be used from coast to coast, in the coldest climates, in coastal and impact regions, in high traffic areas and commercial centers where sound control products are specified.

Steve Dillon, VEKA's Director of Marketing states, VEKA elements is one of our most exciting product launches to date. The branding opportunities behind this program should be extremely attractive to our customer base and will open up avenues that they may have never considered going down before.

The engineering strategy that revolves around these products is based on the versatility that these systems bring to the table for the fabricator with no gimmicks attached. It is what you want it to be. It will allow the fabricator to attack markets that were previously unattainable with standard residential products. It is a smart window system that assembles like the other systems that have been built for years, so the fabricator will have a measurable comfort level when manufacturing this product. states Kevin Seiling, VEKA's Director of Engineering.

VEKA promises that there are some other tricks up their sleeve for the future of this product and will showcase some of them at the GBA Show next week.

Phase I of the product launch, which will be in the first quarter of 2011, will feature a double hung, single hung, side load single hung, casement, slider, picture window and patio door.

View story at Window and Door Magazine >>

Best Industry Website - Supplier Category

Wed, 1 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0500

In redesigning its Web site, the PVC profile manufacturer decided to put the focus on education, innovation and product differentiation. It was designed to be a valuable resource for the fabricator, with a lot of user interactivity and feedback forms.

In addition to detailed information on its product lines, the site features an extrusion technology section with information on PVC formulations, computer-aided design, and profile lamination.

The supplier also wanted to make the site fun to use. Taking advantage of flash interactivity is a 3D Interactive Extruder which explains the extrusion process. Video segments include a blast load testing of its windows and a new corporate video highlighting the company's commitment to quality. The site highlights Veka links to customers via YouTube, Facebook and Twitter.

Read Article at Window and Door Magazine >>

Win-Door 2010

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Come celebrate Windoor North America November 16 - 18, 2010

The most focused show in the fenestration industry today... As North America's premier showplace for the fenestration industry, Windoor North America is the perfect venue to explore a wide variety of related products and services.

This year's show will feature all the latest computer hardware, software, doors, doorlites, hardware, machinery, sealants, weather sealing, testing services, wood products and systems for the fenestration and door industries. Our feature exhibits will allow attendees to see first hand what is new and up and coming in the industry today.

On behalf of the Canadian Window and Door Manufacturer's Association welcome to Windoor North America, the only 100% Fenestration show in North America today. Windoor North America provides a customized venue, allowing your company and colleagues to spend time with the entire fenestration industry.

http://www.windoorshow.com/

AIA National Convention 2010

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Stay competitive in the profession and serve your clients most effectively by attending the annual AIA national convention. With hundreds of continuing education programs, tours, special events, and added attractions, as well as hundreds of leading-edge companies exhibiting their products and services, you'll find plenty of challenging educational opportunities and many fascinating, entertaining activities that will increase your knowledge and keep your skills current.

Bringing together more than 22,000 architects and building industry professionals, the AIA 2010 National Convention will showcase the latest innovative design and construction industry products and services.

Exhibit Space Opportunities:

Secure your exhibit space today and reach your target audience at AIA Expo2010.
Sponsorship Opportunities:

Sponsorship opportunities are now available for AIA Expo2010. The opportunities offered are intended to fit a wide range of budgets and help your company meet its sales and marketing objectives at AIA Expo2010.

Utilize the new sponsorship locator application tool to see where various sponsorships are within the Miami Beach Convention Center. Contact your sales executives for more detailed renderings.

On average, companies that purchased a convention-related sponsorship at AIA Expo2009 saw their leads increase more than 60 percent over those companies with no sponsorship.

Please contact your sales executive with any additional questions regarding the exhibit space and sponsorship opportunities at AIA Expo2010.

Continuing Education Information:

Thank you for your interest in offering educational programs at the AIA 2010 National Convention in Miami.

The Call for Presentations for both educational programs and Expo Education are closed. All selections have been made and we are unable to accept late submissions.

If you are interested in submitting a proposal for educational programs in 2011, please send an e-mail to conventionspeaker@aia.org. If you are interested in submitting a proposal for offering Expo Education in 2011, please send an e-mail to ces@aia.org.

Profiles 2010

Mon, 7 Jun 2010 14:08:00 -0500

Kevin Seiling, Director of Engineering for VEKA recently spoke at the Profiles 2010 conference in Philadelphia, PA on June 3rd.

The conference brings fresh reports on the state of the markets in North America covering industry trends and specific information on the US profile manufacturing industry.

Mr. Seiling was invited to speak as a representative of VEKA because of their parent corporations initiative to build a state of the art window recycling facility in Germany several years ago.

VEKA takes pride in its environmental initiatives and contributions and is open to discussions regarding its technological experiences regarding environmental issues.

March on Washington Regarding Lead Regulations

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Contractors Organize March on Washington Regarding Lead Regulations
Apr 6th, 2010 | By DWM Mag | Category: Featured Content

A group of Long Island contractors will march on Washington, D.C., on April 15 to ask legislators for an immediate postponement and modification of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) new regulations regarding lead. The group supports delaying the April 22 implementation date and keeping in the opt-out clause.

The group is organized by the National Association of the Remodeling Industry's (NARI) New York City and Long Island chapters; however, event organizers say all contractors are invited to join this group to inform Congress of how these regulations can put you out of business.

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New Canadian Account Manager

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 15:20:00 -0500

Fombell , Pennsylvania - VEKA, Inc. announces the promotion of a new Technical Account Manager for its Western Canadian customer base. Bill Jones, most recently the Production Manager for VEKA Canada in Edmonton, will now be the technical link for Canadian fabricators in the Western Territories. Bill will work closely with VEKA's current customers on technical issues as well as prospective customers to help with manufacturing layouts, product jump-starts and tooling modifications.

Bill will also act as a liaison for products that come out of VEKA's Corporate Headquarters in Fombell, PA and it's sister facility in Reno, NV. Bill has been with VEKA since 1995 and has had various roles during his tenure. Bill has also developed outstanding relationships with his peers and customer base.

Chuck Spaulding, Vice President and COO states, Bill's prior experience and 15 year history within the VEKA organization has well prepared him for this position. His training as a machinist gained him employment at VEKA West. His performance soon lead to him being in charge of Process Technology in the Reno plant where as part of his job he assisted our window manufacturers with modifications to punch tooling as well as weld and drill fixtures. Mr. Spaulding also adds, his extrusion and tooling experience and his production scheduling, lead to the opportunity of Bill transferring to VEKA Canada as Production Manager in 2002. His extrusion and manufacturing knowledge as the Technical Account Manager will be a valuable asset to our customers.

With Bill's promotion, Karen Johnston will take over management of the Edmonton warehouse facility. Karen is a former Berlinex employee that remained with VEKA Canada after the transition of ownership in 2002.

DeckExpo 2010

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0500

DeckExpo is the only trade event focusing exclusively on the deck, porch and railing industry. Launched in 2003 and purchased by Hanley Wood in 2006, DeckExpo has experienced steady growth in exhibitors, attendees and media exposure.

Builders and carpenters from all over the U.S., and even across the globe, come to the event to see the latest technologies and newest products geared specifically to the special building requirements of decks, docks and porches. Official sponsors of DeckExpo are North American Deck & Railing Association (NADRA) and Professional Deck Builder Magazine.

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Energy Star Qualified

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0500

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is pleased to confirm that VEKA INC. has requalified as a manufacturing partner of ENERGY STAR for Windows, Doors and Skylights. VEKA Inc. is now approved to label qualified products under the 2010 Criteria.

What is ENERGY STAR?

ENERGY STAR is the trusted, government-backed symbol for energy efficiency helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy-efficient products and practices.

The ENERGY STAR label was established to:

Reduce greenhouse gas emissions and other pollutants caused by the inefficient use of energy; and
Make it easy for consumers to identify and purchase energy-efficient products that offer savings on energy bills without sacrificing performance, features, and comfort.

How Does EPA Choose which Products Earn the Label?

Products can earn the ENERGY STAR label by meeting the energy efficiency requirements set forth in ENERGY STAR product specifications. EPA establishes these specifications based on the following set of key guiding principles:

Product categories must contribute significant energy savings nationwide.
Qualified products must deliver the features and performance demanded by consumers, in addition to increased energy efficiency.
If the qualified product costs more than a conventional, less-efficient counterpart, purchasers will recover their investment in increased energy efficiency through utility bill savings, within a reasonable period of time.
Energy efficiency can be achieved through broadly available, non-proprietary technologies offered by more than one manufacturer.
Product energy consumption and performance can be measured and verified with testing.
Labeling would effectively differentiate products and be visible for purchasers.

How Does EPA decide when to Revise Specifications?

Generally, a market share of ENERGY STAR qualified products in a particular category of 50 percent or higher will prompt consideration for a specification revision. However, there are other factors that weigh into the decision, such as:

A change in the Federal minimum efficiency standards.
Technological changes with advances in energy efficiency which allow a revised ENERGY STAR specification to capture additional savings.
Product availability
Significant issues with consumers realizing expected energy savings
Performance or quality issues
Issues with Test Procedures

For more about Energy Star please go to: http://www.energystar.gov

VEKA Windows Pass Bomb Blast Testing

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Fombell , Pennsylvania - VEKA, Inc. recently contracted Architectural Testing, Inc (ATI) to perform Shock Tube blast load simulation testing for their Euroview Window Systems. VEKA's commercial grade profiles, which are manufactured at its North American headquarters, are available to its fabricator base and potential customers for window production.

The Shock Tube simulates a TNT discharge, which is set a certain distance away from an installed window under typical conditions, i.e., arena testing. The testing utilizes criteria of ASTM F1642, Standard Test Method for Glazing and Glazing Systems Subject to Airblast Loadings, GSA-TS01-2003, Standard Test Method for Glazing and Window Systems Subject to Dynamic Overpressure Loadings, and AAMA 510-06, Voluntary Guide for Blast Hazard Mitigation Systems for Fenestration Products. These test methods are used to establish hazard ratings of glazing systems subjected to bomb blast loading which provide the ability to determine the risk of personal injury and facility damage.

The GSA standard is the sole test protocol by which blast resistant windows and related hazard mitigation technology and products are evaluated for facilities under the control and responsibility of the US General Services Administration (GSA). Kevin Seiling, Corporate Director of Engineering states, This is a big step for us in the Commercial Window segment of our business. VEKA is the first PVC extruder to test a vinyl window in this manner with ATI, so both parties are at the forefront of this technology for the vinyl window industry in North America. This experience has been a very positive one for the Euroview products and we hope to do more testing on the line in the very near future.

The Euroview project-out (Casement) window and dual-action (Tilt-Turn) window were tested. These windows comprised of laminated insulated glass units, steel reinforcing, multi-locking point hardware, and multi-chambered PVC profiles that were extruded in Fombell , PA. Both the casement and the dual action test specimens received Minimal Hazard ratings.

VEKA is a world leader in PVC extrusion technology with 18 plants worldwide, And is headquartered in Sendenhorst, Germany. VEKA Inc., based in Fombell, Pennsylvania, is corporate headquarters for North America and heads up three manufacturing facilities as well as various product divisions.

For more information about fabricating our EuroView Commercial Window Line, please visit: http://www.vekainc.com/commercial.

Kevin Seiling Receives AAMA Honors

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0500

February 16, 2010

Palm Desert, Calif.In February, AAMA members nationwide gathered for AAMA's 73rd Annual Conference to discuss important issues in the fenestration industry. During the conference, Kevin Seiling, Director of engineering at VEKA, received the AAMA Outstanding Member award for his years of dedication and service to AAMA. Kevin has been an integral part of the VEKA team for over 17 years.

Kevin sits on the board of directors for AAMA. He had the honor of being the First Vice President of AAMA's Vinyl Materials Council and has been president of Southeast AAMA. Holding a Batchelors of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Kevin Seiling continues to augment the vinyl industry with committment and excellence in his field.

AAMA honored members for their service to the organization in California. Kevin Seiling, was honored with the Outstanding Member Award, presented to him by last year's winner, Dave Moyer of Architectural Testing.

Some of Kevin's Achievements include:

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
Corporate Director of Engineering VEKA North America - (16 Years)
On the Board of Directors - AAMA
First Vice President of AAMA's Vinyl Materials Council (VMC)
Past President - Southeast AAMA

Congratulations Kevin!

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GlassBuild America 2010

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Registration Information >>

Now in its seventh year, GlassBuild America is the gathering place for the entire glass, window and door industries in North America and is continually listed as one of the Top 200 trade shows in the U.S. by Tradeshow Week.

World class seminars offered daily, address the unique concerns of the glass window and door industries providing insight into emerging technologies, industry trends and market updates.

VEKA Announces New President

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0500

VEKA Inc announced today that Mr. Walter Stucky, President and CEO of the North American division, will be stepping down as President --beginning March 1, 2010. Mr. Stucky will remain CEO of VEKA Inc. until June 30th, 2010, in order to smoothly transition VEKA's newly appointed President, Mr. Joe Peilert.

Most recently, Mr. Peilert served as President and CEO for TMI International, LLC, a leading manufacturer of flexible PVC products. Prior to joining TMI, Mr. Peilert worked as the General Manager & Executive Vice President for Ardex North America in the building materials industry.

Fluent in English and German, Mr. Peilert gained extensive international experience working on four continents in different sales, marketing and corporate development functions. He states, I became familiar with VEKA Inc's innovation and quality leadership 18 years ago, when I moved to the United States. I was very intrigued by their success and I am excited to now be a part of a strong team that is poised for future growth.

Mr. Stucky retires his position as CEO on June 30th, 2010 but will be retained by VEKA in a consulting role as well as various special interest projects until the end of 2011. Mr. Stucky has served as VEKA Inc's President and CEO for the past 9 years and as VEKA Inc's Executive Vice President for the previous 14 years. Mr. Stucky is excited about his new role with VEKA and eagerly anticipates working with Mr. Peilert in assisting him in continued growth with the North American PVC profile extruder.

Veka Receives AAMA Award

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0500

February 16, 2010 Palm Desert, Calif. At AAMA's 73rd Annual Conference VEKA Inc was awarded with a Distinguished Member Award for 25 Years of membership at AAMA. Veka has maintained membership with AAMA for over 25 years and is looking forward to continuing a mutual beneficial relation toward the future.

WIN-DOOR 2009

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500

As North America's premier showplace for the fenestration industry, Windoor North America is the perfect venue to explore a wide variety of related products and services.

The CWDMA invites all of the industry to attend, participate and learn all about what the CWDMA and Windoor can do to improve your company, your employees and your business. Come and be a part of the 15th anniversary of your show dedicated to your industry. Meet with your peers, listen to informative and provocative seminars, spend an hour with Walter Gretzky as he talks about "Remember when in the Meeting Centre and later that same evening recognize the industry pioneers that shaped this entire industry.

"Windoor North America is truly the most complete Fenestration Industry Package" stated CWDMA President Kevin Pelley. "Windoor represents the entire country from coast to coast with strong numbers and excellent quality in traffic in all booths at the show, making for an excellent business opportunity. Windoor North America has become truly synonymous with being the most focused show in the North American window and door market, and truly international in content and just keeps gaining strength".

Who will attend?

Over 2500 window and door manufacturers from across North America and around the world.
The experts industry specialists demonstrating new ideas, new technology and creative solutions.
Architects, Specifiers and Consulting Engineers

FENCETECH 2010

Thu, 2 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0500

FENCETECH is the American Fence Associations annual convention and trade show and is the industry's premier marketplace. Noted as one of Trade Show Week's 50 Fastest Growing Trade Shows, FENCETECH brings together the industry's leading manufacturers, distributors, contractors and specifiers to showcase the latest in the fence industry to thousands of AFA members and other fence, deck and railing professionals.

DECKTECH is presented by the Vinyl Fence, Deck and Railing Manufacturers Association (VFDRMA) and is held side-by-side with FENCETECH. DECKTECH is the annual exhibition of the deck and railing industry and includes live Deck Demos daily!

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VEKA Implements Green Technology

Tue, 2 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Fombell, PennsylvaniaVEKA Inc., announced today their intent to implement green technology for window and door extrusions being manufactured for their commercial window division. "Our commercial products are manufactured using co-extrusion technology, which means that two extrusion lines feed one die which gives us the ability to introduce two materials into one shape." states Kevin A. Seiling, Director of Engineering for VEKA.

The window systems made with these profiles will contain at least 40% pre-consumer, recycled PVC material and is comprised of the companies scrap start-up material, obsolete inventory, cut-offs, clean customer buy back material and other compatible recovered material, i.e., siding. The recycled material will be used for the substrate of the products, which are not subject to any weathering conditions that the exterior surface might face.

The exterior of the co-extruded products will be the same proven virgin compound formulation that VEKA has used for its residential products for over 25 years in North America.

"Obviously, LEED is of great importance to this product line because of the heightened awareness of 'Green' products and how they directly relate to energy conservation and the environment. Because of the material's recycled content, these products will be eligible for up to two (2) LEED credits towards a building's certification. VEKA will maintain it's rigorous in-house quality inspections and testing which includes impact and dimensional stability as well as, strict adherence to AAMA certification and third party inspections of profiles manufactured in all of their North American facilities. Products made from the new combination of materials will also carry Dade County certification which is one of the most stringent requirements in the country," states Mr. Seiling.

This announcement follows VEKA announcing its DP-100 certification for the Tilt/Turn product line for commercial applications.

"We are very excited about the new in-roads we are making with these new products" states Steve Dillon", VEKA's Corporate Director of Marketing. It's no secret that these types of products have been around for some time in Europe and that environmental awareness has been at the forefront of all European technology for the past 15 years. We feel the time is right to introduce this product to the US and we will continue to develop new ways to contribute to vinyl sustainability in all of our product lines and processes.

VEKA is a world leader in PVC extrusion technology with 18 plants worldwide, and is headquartered in Sendenhorst, Germany.
For more information on VEKA, please visit www.vekainc.com

GlassBuild America 09

Wed, 8 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0500

VEKA Inc. announced today that they, once again, will participate in GlassBuild America 09 this Fall in Atlanta, GA. VEKA took a short break in 2008 in response to the declining market conditions and the increasing raw material costs that the industry has faced. Steve Dillon, Corporate Director of Marketing for VEKA in North America states, "At first we were hesitant about not participating last year, but in hindsight, we are glad that we made that choice. Our customers showed great appreciation for the decision we made. We have faced a lot of adversity, as everyone has since then, but we are starting to see light at the end of the tunnel. We are tired of the negativity our industry and economy are faced with every day and are challenged to rise above what's in the past and promote the positive as we gear up for the future."

VEKA's re-entry into the industry leading tradeshow will be on a more modest scale than in the past but promises to have a greater impact at the show.

"We will be launching a new look and a new message for 2009-2010 and are extremely excited about re-introducing VEKA to the industry. We have a rich history worldwide of unparalleled service and products and it's time to re-energize our business and do everything we can to support our customer base", states Mr. Dillon.

VEKA is a world leader in PVC extrusion technology with 18 plants worldwide and is headquartered in Sendenhorst, Germany.

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VEKA Achieves DP100 Rating on Windows

Wed, 8 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0500

PVC Profile extruder VEKA Inc. based in Fombell, Pennsylvania recently completed and passed AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440-08 testing for its Euroview 70DS Dual Action Tilt and Turn window. The testing was performed at VEKAs in-house testing facility, witnessed and certified by Architectural Testing, Inc. (ATI), based in York, Pennsylvania. The Tilt and Turn window size tested was 48 (1219mm) x 72 (1829mm).

The Commercial Grade Vinyl Products achieved a Design Pressure of 100 psf, which is equivalent to 242 mph wind. In laymans terms, the product can withstand winds generated by a F4 tornado. The greatest hurricane wind speed ever recorded was hurricane Camille in 1969, which produced sustained winds from 205-210 mph. This was one of our big goals for the Commercial Window Division for 2009, states Kevin A. Seiling, Director of Engineering for VEKA in North America. We feel this class of product is the future of vinyl. It retains superior structural and thermal properties that exceed the criteria for the newly proposed energy codes and is the ideal product for all levels of construction from residential to architectural grade products.

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Announcing Launch of Commercial Window Program

Mon, 6 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0500

PVC Profile extruder VEKA Inc. based in Fombell, Pennsylvania announced today its official launch of a commercial window and door program. The German based extruder has been working with these products for close to a year now in an effort to test the potential of these European style windows and doors for the commercial market. The baseline product offering is spawned from years of proven performance in the European market. Kevin Seiling, General Manager of the commercial window division states, Although VEKA vinyl windows have been installed in commercial applications all over the world for many years, the American market has been slow to change. However, with recent and upcoming energy code changes and government programs like LEED, there is a greater demand for more energy efficient products like PVC windows which is unparalleled in the residential window and door industry as far as thermal performance is concerned.

The PVC products being introduced by VEKA, are all steel reinforced and will be manufactured in the Pennsylvania facility, as well as other partners in the US, Mexico and Canada. The product line will carry Commercial(C), Heavy Commercial (HC) and Architectural grade (AW) ratings. Product types will include Tilt Turns, Project-in, Project-out, Fixed, Casements, Fold and Slide, Swing, Sliding, Parallel Tilt and Slide, and a Lift and Slide (Coming Soon). VEKA is also pursuing impact rating for these products and will be focusing their sales efforts on store-fronts, schools, and institutional projects but notes that these products will suit most applications. The most recent bill signed by congress, The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), tremendously helps this segment of our business as we have the perfect product that meets the energy codes that will be an important part of this act., states Mr. Seiling. We plan on attacking this market vigorously and will prove the viability of PVC in the commercial market place.

VEKA is a world leader in PVC extrusion technology with 18 plants worldwide, and is headquartered in Sendenhorst, Germany.

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IBS 08

Mon, 18 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500

Over 92,000 building industry professionals from around the globe convened at the Orange County Convention Center, February 13-16 in Orlando, Florida. The showed kicked off with a Grand Opening Ceremonies extravaganza and Keynote Speakers, husband and wife political analysts James Carville and Mary Matalin. For the first time ever, NAHB held Green Day, celebrating all things Green in the building industry. Green Day began with a session by William McDonough on The Promise of Cradle to Cradle to Design: Sustainable Architecture for the 21st Century. In addition, green education was held through out the day and NAHB officially launched the NAHB National Green Building Program and the Certified Green Professional designation. Other show highlights include the Daily Featured Speaker sessions by Mark Jarvis, Chief Marketing Officer at Dell and Ken Schmidt, formally with Harley-Davidson Motor Company. Thursday's Luncheon Impossible featured The Food Network Star of Dinner Impossible Chef, Robert Irvine. With over 1,900 exhibitors covering more than one million net square feet of exhibit space, attendees packed the aisles to see the latest in building products, services and technologies. The four days packed full of education, exhibits and special events made IBS 08 a huge success! Next year, the International Builders Show moves to Vegas! Plan to join us January 20-23. To receive 2009 show information as it becomes available, click here. Thanks to Orlando for four great years, see you in Vegas!

Deck Expo 08

Mon, 18 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500

If you are looking to get MORE from the deck, dock and railing industry then you don't want to miss DeckExpo!

With over 150 manufacturers representing every major product category and over 2,200 qualified professionals in attendance, DeckExpo is THE industry event to do business within the deck marketplace. With buyer attendance up 41% up this past year and exhibit space up 15%, DeckExpo proved to be THE place to Elevate Your Potential.

DeckExpo 2008 Exhibits: March 5 - 6 Conference: March 4 - 6 Orange County Convention Center, Hall NA2 Orlando, Florida USA

JLC Live 08

Mon, 18 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500

JLC LIVE Residential Construction Show is the industry's original face-to-face interactive trade show. Choose from over 70 conference sessions available to enlighten you with better, more efficient ways to run your business. Visit hundreds of exhibiting companies showcasing cutting-edge products and services. At JLC LIVE you learn about the latest industry products, techniques and business strategies.

Most Creative Exhibit

Mon, 18 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500

We would like to thank all those who visited us at FenceTech 08! Our exhibit, which we nicknamed The Backyard Challenge, won the award for Most Creative Exhibit in the multi-space category.

Our exhibit featured artificial turf throughout the entire space as well a multi-tiered deck structure of our latest decking product, VEKAdeck PRO. Our wide array of fencing and railing products were also on display showing the quality of each of our products.

Our staff, decked out in game jersey's had a blast challenging our guests to several games like Baggo, Football Toss, Hole In One Golf, and Madden football on X-Box 360. We congratulate the winners of the X-Box 360's that were given away in a drawing after the first 2 days of the show. We are looking forward to the next time we can exhibit again at Fencetech. We hope to see you there next time!

GlassBuild America

Mon, 10 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0500

Listed as one of the Top 200 trade shows in the U.S. by Tradeshow Week magazine, GlassBuild America is clearly THE place to be in 2007. Attendees and exhibitors alike recognize GlassBuild America as the gathering place for the entire glass, window, and do

SEBC

Thu, 12 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0500

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Builders Show

Wed, 20 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0500

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FenceTech a Success!

Tue, 12 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0500

Be sure to visit our exhibit (Booth #958) at FENCETECH 08. We certainly hope you will join us and learn about some exciting

Environmentally Friendly

Tue, 29 May 2007 00:00:00 -0500

A Repeat Win for Veka, Inc. and the Environment

Veka Inc. returns to the podium for the second year in a row to accept an award for its outstanding commitment to environmental excellence. The world's leading producer of vinyl extrusion for the door and window industry.

Award Winning Windows

Fri, 12 Apr 2002 00:00:00 -0500

The TimberView Window is a patented window system that successfully unites the warmth and elegance of a true dimensional hard wood window with the energy efficiencies and superior strength offered by an all welded, and fully weather-sealed unit.