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Oldcastle: Rolls Out Bird Guard™ Glass for Safer, Bird‑Friendly Facades. Announced May 21, the laminated Bird Guard panel carries standard safety‑glazing ratings but embeds a barely‑visible pattern that prevents bird strikes, so crews install it like any IG unit—no extra coatings, films or steps. Learn more.
Vitro: Solarban 72 Acuity™ glass was honored May 20 for its performance on the 20 Mass retrofit in Washington D.C.—proof contractors can cite when pitching it for hurricane-zone storefronts. Learn more.
YCharts: Aluminum Climbs to $2,449/MT in May—Expect Higher Extrusion Quotes. The May 2025 average aluminum price reached $2,448.79/MT, roughly 3% higher than April, squeezing margins for fabricators heading into summer bids. See data.
IBHS: Study Shows FORTIFIED® Homes Saw 35% Fewer Hurricane Sally Claims. Released May 19, the analysis confirms that code-plus window packages helped dramatically reduce insured losses. Read full study.
Today’s Homeowner: New ENERGY STAR Window Rating Guide Simplifies Sales Talks. The May 21 explainer breaks down U-Factor, SHGC, and zone maps—ideal for reps justifying energy-efficient upgrades on-site. Open guide.
Florida Building Commission: Reviews 2026 Code Draft; Tougher Wind‑Load Tables Ahead. On May 23, the FBC’s Product Approval Committee examined changes including stricter DP tables and submittal requirements. Meeting agenda.
