Window + Door: Reynaers Launches MasterLine 8 Impact Casement for U.S. Retrofits. A new 3‑¼" aluminum frame accepts 1‑5/8" laminated IGUs, hits DP‑70 coastal ratings and Energy Star 8.0 U‑factors—giving remodelers a ready‑made hurricane‑grade replacement window. Read more.
DWM: Mid‑Year Survey Shows Glass, Vinyl & Aluminum Costs Keep Climbing. Laminated glass is up 8–12 % and vinyl profiles 6 %; freight surcharges plus 50 % metal tariffs are forcing suppliers to re‑quote projects weekly. View article.
BDO Insights: U.S. Doubles Section 232 Tariffs on Imported Steel and Aluminum. Effective this week, duties jump from 25 % to 50 %, immediately raising extruded‑aluminum and hardware prices for window and door fabricators. Learn more.
IBHS: Releases 2025 FORTIFIED Home Standard—Tighter Specs for Impact Glazing. The new edition clarifies large‑missile test requirements and fastening schedules for windows/doors, helping installers prove code compliance and qualify homeowners for insurance credits. Read PDF.
Bluebeam: 21.6 Update Adds One‑Click Integrations for Permit Sets. The latest Revu release (v21.6) lets crews push window/door mark‑ups straight into Procore & Autodesk, trims file sizes 20 %, and speeds up take‑off exports for code submittals. See release.
Florida Building Commission: Kicks Off 2026 Code—Higher HVHZ Window Pressures Proposed. At its June 10 meeting, the FBC reviewed raising design‑pressure tables for impact glazing in high‑velocity zones to align with ASCE 7‑22; final vote expected this fall—plan bids accordingly. View agenda.
