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Registration - Exhibitor Only - Exhibitor VIP Badge Pick-up (Room B308, B309)

10 Sep 17
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: General Schedule, Registration

Exhibiting companies may have all their company badges grouped together for one easy pick up registration process.  More...

Registration - Exhibitor Only (Room B308, B309)

11 Sep 17
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: General Schedule, Registration

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Registration (Room B308, B309)

12 Sep 17
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: General Schedule, Registration

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12th Annual Glazing Executives Forum (Room B313)

12 Sep 17
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Tracks: General Schedule

Separate registration required. Program includes: 2 full days of education, lunches, reception, GlassBuild America Opening Session, and The Dream ... More...

3rd Annual Window & Door Dealer Days (Room Booth 3813)

12 Sep 17
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tracks: General Schedule, Window & Door Dealer Days

Separate registration required. Forum includes: 1 full day of education, GlassBuild America Opening Session with continental breakfast, lunch, and ... More...

GANA Fall Conference (Room B206)

12 Sep 17
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tracks: General Schedule, Glass & Glazing Industry

Separate Registration Required. The GANA Fall Conference is a gathering of the leading glass and glazing experts in North America. The Conference i... More...

GlassBuild America Opening Session (Thomas Murphy Ballroom, Level 5)

12 Sep 17
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Tracks: Express Learning, Express Learning: Commercial, Express Learning: Fabricators, Express Learning: Glaziers, Express Learning: Manufactures, Express Learning: Retail, Express Learning: WD, General Schedule, Glazing Executive Forum, Window & Door Dealer Days

Speaker(s): Cam Marston
Back by popular demand, Cam Marston will share how understanding the differences of each generation, from Baby Boomers to Millennials, can help att... More...

Exhibit Hall Open

12 Sep 17
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tracks: General Schedule

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Introductions and Icebreakers (Room Booth 3813)

12 Sep 17
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM

Tracks: Window & Door Dealer Days

Get to know your moderators and fellow attendees. More...

Laminating Division (Room B206)

12 Sep 17
10:15 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: Glass & Glazing Industry

The Laminating Division seeks to address issues of importance to the laminated glazing industry, including the development of technical resources. ... More...

Introductions (Room B313)

12 Sep 17
10:30 AM - 10:40 AM

Tracks: Glazing Executive Forum

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Solution Session: How to navigate common contract and legal issues (choose one) (Room B313)

12 Sep 17
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: Glazing Executive Forum

Moderated by industry experts, these roundtable sessions will connect glaziers with similar interests and challenges. Choose one of the following t... More...

Solution Session: How to recruit, train and retain new and key employees (choose one) (Room B313)

12 Sep 17
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: Glazing Executive Forum

Moderated by industry experts, these roundtable sessions will connect glaziers with similar interests and challenges. Choose one of the following t... More...

Solution Session: How to solve your estimating challenges (choose one) (Room B313)

12 Sep 17
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: Glazing Executive Forum

Moderated by industry experts, these roundtable sessions will connect glaziers with similar interests and challenges. Choose one of the following t... More...

Solution Session: How to tackle the oversized glass trend (choose one) (Room B313)

12 Sep 17
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: Glazing Executive Forum

Moderated by industry experts, these roundtable sessions will connect glaziers with similar interests and challenges. Choose one of the following t... More...

Solution Session: Labor, Hiring and Employment (choose one) (Room Booth 3813)

12 Sep 17
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: Window & Door Dealer Days

Speaker(s): Vince DiCecco
Moderated by industry experts, these roundtable sessions will connect dealers with similar interests. Choose one of the following two topics to has... More...

Solution Session: Marketing and Lead Generation (choose one) (Room Booth 3813)

12 Sep 17
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: Window & Door Dealer Days

Speaker(s): Madeleine MacRae
Moderated by industry experts, these roundtable sessions will connect dealers with similar interests. Choose one of the following two topics to has... More...

After Automation: Next Steps for Fabricators (Room Booth 1300)

12 Sep 17
11:00 AM - 11:20 AM

Tracks: Express Learning

Speaker(s): Joe Erb
Automated production lines can help fabricators generate more units than ever before. However, knowing how to strategically manage orders, outputs ... More...

Express Learning Sessions (Room Booth 1300)

12 Sep 17
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: General Schedule

These popular TED Talks-style educational sessions will address the business and product trends affecting each of the industry’s unique segme... More...

The Business Value of Environmental Product Declarations (Room Booth 1300)

12 Sep 17
11:30 AM - 11:50 AM

Tracks: Express Learning

Speaker(s): Vikas Ahuja
Environmental Product Declarations can help companies increase revenues, strengthen brands, gain operational efficiencies and mitigate risk. In thi... More...

Dream Showroom Tour and Networking Lunch (Room Booths 3813, 4122)

12 Sep 17
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM

Tracks: Window & Door Dealer Days

See the latest product innovations from exhibitors in The Dream Showroom; then enjoy lunch with your new network of associates. More...

Protective Glazing Council (Room B206)

12 Sep 17
11:45 AM - 12:30 PM

Tracks: Glass & Glazing Industry

Speaker(s): Jon Kimberlain
The PGC will be addressing technical resources associated with detention glazing, bullet, and blast resistant glazing.  It will discuss th... More...

Interactive Performance Demonstration (Room Aisle 300)

12 Sep 17
12:00 PM - 12:15 PM

Tracks: General Schedule

See how commercial and residential fenestration products are tested for performance against the effects of windborne debris. This popular must-see ... More...

Solution Share (Room B313)

12 Sep 17
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

Tracks: Glazing Executive Forum

Glaziers from each solution session will share their findings with the entire group. More...

Networking Lunch (Room B405, B406)

12 Sep 17
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM

Tracks: Glazing Executive Forum

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Networking Lunch : GANA with Glazing Executive Forum (Room B405, B406b)

12 Sep 17
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM

Tracks: Glass & Glazing Industry

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2018 Economic Forecast (Room Booth 1300)

12 Sep 17
1:00 PM - 1:20 PM

Tracks: Express Learning

Speaker(s): Alex Chausovsky
To help GlassBuild America attendees plan for the future, market researcher and analyst Alex Chausovsky will present a report on the health and per... More...

Solution Share (Room Booth 3813)

12 Sep 17
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Tracks: Window & Door Dealer Days

Moderators from the morning’s solution sessions will present their group’s findings and facilitate a larger discussion with all attendees. More...

Growth: When You're Green, You're Growing.When You're Ripe, You Rot (Room Booth 1300)

12 Sep 17
1:30 PM - 1:50 PM

Tracks: Express Learning

Speaker(s): Bill Evans
Growth is risky and expensive; it's uncomfortable. Growth is rewarding, both materially and emotionally; it's necessary. This session will ... More...

Economic Forecast (Room B313)

12 Sep 17
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Tracks: Glazing Executive Forum

Speaker(s): Alex Chausovsky
To help glazing company owners plan for the future, market researcher and analyst Alex Chausovsky will present a report on the health and performan... More...

GANA Express Learning: How to Increase Cutting Capacity, Raise Yields, Create a Safer Environment, and Increase Profits (Room Booth 1300)

12 Sep 17
2:00 PM - 2:20 PM

Tracks: Glass & Glazing Industry

Speaker(s): Mike McHugh
Learn how glass cutting yields will increase with additional glass SKU's and how dense storage loading systems can now accommodate this goal.... More...

How to Increase Cutting Capacity, Raise Yields, Create a Safer Environment and Increase Profits (Room Booth 1300)

12 Sep 17
2:00 PM - 2:20 PM

Tracks: Express Learning

Speaker(s): Mike McHugh
Learn how glass cutting yields will increase with additional glass SKU's and how dense storage loading systems can now accommodate this goal. T... More...

Solution Session: Regulations, Legislation and Other Challenges to Business (choose one) (Room Booth 3813)

12 Sep 17
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Tracks: Window & Door Dealer Days

Speaker(s): Gene Marks
Moderated by industry experts, these roundtable sessions will connect dealers with similar interests. Choose one of the following two topics to has... More...

Solution Session: Sales Strategies and Struggles (choose one) (Room Booth 3813)

12 Sep 17
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Tracks: Window & Door Dealer Days

Speaker(s): Madeleine MacRae
Moderated by industry experts, these roundtable sessions will connect dealers with similar interests. Choose one of the following two topics to has... More...

Building Envelope Commissioning - Signed, Sealed & Delivered (Room Booth 1300)

12 Sep 17
2:30 PM - 2:50 PM

Tracks: Express Learning

Speaker(s): Kevin Longest ; Stanley Yee
Building Envelope Commissioning (BECx) is a process intended to verify through standards and testing that the materials, components, and systems th... More...

GANA Express Learning: Building Envelope Commissioning – Signed, Sealed & Delivered (Room Booth 1300)

12 Sep 17
2:30 PM - 2:50 PM

Tracks: Glass & Glazing Industry

Speaker(s): Kevin Longest ; Stanley Yee
Building Envelope Commissioning (BECx) is a process intended to verify through standards and testing that the materials, components, and systems th... More...

Best Practices for Capital Equipment Purchasing (Room Booth 1300)

12 Sep 17
3:00 PM - 3:20 PM

Tracks: Express Learning

Speaker(s): Pete De Gorter
As business continues to pick up across the industry, investing in capital equipment is a necessary step to keep pace with growth. In this session,... More...

Networking Break (Room B313)

12 Sep 17
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM

Tracks: Glazing Executive Forum

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Solution Share (Room Booth 3813)

12 Sep 17
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: Window & Door Dealer Days

Moderators from the afternoon’s solution sessions will present their group’s findings and facilitate a larger discussion with all attendees. More...

25 Years of Top 50 Glaziers (Room B313)

12 Sep 17
3:15 PM - 3:30 PM

Tracks: Glazing Executive Forum

Speaker(s): Katy Devlin
Now in its 25th year, Glass Magazine’s popular Top 50 Glaziers annual survey offers an important look at the U.S. glazing market. Devlin will offer... More...

Preventing Accidents and Injuries in the Glass Plant (Room Booth 1300)

12 Sep 17
3:30 PM - 3:50 PM

Tracks: Express Learning

Speaker(s): Mike Burk
A glass facility can be a dangerous place, and accidents involving glass can be fatal. Preventing accidents in the factory requires dedicated safet... More...

State of the Industry (Room B313)

12 Sep 17
3:30 PM - 4:15 PM

Tracks: Glazing Executive Forum

Speaker(s): Julia Schimmelpenningh
Brought to you by the joint work of NGA and GANA Industry leader Julia Schimmelpenningh will provide an overview of the industry, including oppor... More...

Trade Show Floor (Room B206)

12 Sep 17
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Tracks: Glass & Glazing Industry

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Closing Keynote Address: Growth & Opportunities (Room Booth 3813)

12 Sep 17
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Tracks: Window & Door Dealer Days

Speaker(s): Gene Marks
The latest political, technological, economic and management trends that will dominate business through 2018 There are three important power trends... More...

Interactive Performance Demonstration (Room Aisle 300)

12 Sep 17
4:00 PM - 4:15 PM

Tracks: General Schedule

See how commercial and residential fenestration products are tested for performance against the effects of windborne debris. This popular must-see ... More...

Networking Reception (Room B200 End of Lobby Area)

12 Sep 17
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Tracks: Glazing Executive Forum

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Networking Reception (Room Booths 3813, 4122)

12 Sep 17
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Tracks: Window & Door Dealer Days

Join fellow attendees and exhibitors in The Dream Showroom for light hors d’oeuvres and cocktails. More...

3rd Annual Window & Door Dealer Days (Room Booth 3813)

13 Sep 17
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tracks: General Schedule, Window & Door Dealer Days

Separate registration required. Forum includes: 1 full day of education, GlassBuild America Opening Session with continental breakfast, lunch, and ... More...

Decorative Division (Room B206)

13 Sep 17
8:00 AM - 9:45 AM

Tracks: Glass & Glazing Industry

The Decorative Division provides a forum to discuss the latest issues and trends regarding decorative use of glass and glazing.  Topics to be ... More...

GANA Fall Conference (Room B206)

13 Sep 17
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tracks: General Schedule, Glass & Glazing Industry

Separate Registration Required. The GANA Fall Conference is a gathering of the leading glass and glazing experts in North America. The Conference i... More...

Registration (Room B308, B309)

13 Sep 17
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: General Schedule, Registration

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Exhibit Hall Open

13 Sep 17
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tracks: General Schedule

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Exhibit Hall Open (Room B1- B4)

13 Sep 17
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Tracks: Glass & Glazing Industry

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The TLC Factor—Trustworthiness, Likability and Convenience (Room Booth 3813)

13 Sep 17
9:30 AM - 9:50 AM

Tracks: Window & Door Dealer Days

Speaker(s): Vince DiCecco
People buy from people they trust, like and with whom it is convenient to do business. This candid introspective dives into each of these elements ... More...

Insulating Division (Room B206)

13 Sep 17
9:45 AM - 11:30 AM

Tracks: Glass & Glazing Industry

The Insulating Division develops technical and educations information benefitting the commercial and architectural community.  Gain insights a... More...

Express Learning Sessions (Room Booth 1300)

13 Sep 17
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: General Schedule

These popular TED Talks-style educational sessions will address the business and product trends affecting each of the industry’s unique segme... More...

Plugging Profit Leaks (Room Booth 3813)

13 Sep 17
10:00 AM - 10:20 AM

Tracks: Window & Door Dealer Days

Speaker(s): Madeleine MacRae
How to make more money with the leads you already have Businesses invest heavily in lead generation and marketing, and often fall short when it c... More...

The Business Value of Environmental Product Declarations (Room Booth 1300)

13 Sep 17
10:00 AM - 10:20 AM

Tracks: Express Learning

Speaker(s): Vikas Ahuja
Environmental Product Declarations can help companies increase revenues, strengthen brands, gain operational efficiencies and mitigate risk. In thi... More...

Making Your Prices Stick… Without Getting Stuck (Room Booth 1300)

13 Sep 17
10:30 AM - 10:50 AM

Tracks: Express Learning

Speaker(s): Vince DiCecco
Despite the busier construction market, profit margins continue to challenge glass companies. This session addresses the challenge of competitors t... More...

Navigating the Challenges of Succession and Exit Planning (Room Booth 3813)

13 Sep 17
10:30 AM - 10:50 AM

Tracks: Window & Door Dealer Days

Speaker(s): Katy Devlin
Window & Door’s sister publication, Glass Magazine, has teamed up with experts from Beacon Exit Planning LLC to develop a multi-part guid... More...

Dealer of the Year Awards Presentation and Reception (Room Booths 3813, 4122)

13 Sep 17
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: Window & Door Dealer Days

Join the Window & Door Dealers Alliance and Window & Door magazine in congratulating its 2017 Dealers of the Year with a champagne toast after the ... More...

Visit GlassBuild America Tradeshow Floor (Room Booth 3813)

13 Sep 17
11:45 AM - 5:00 PM

Tracks: Window & Door Dealer Days

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A Glazier's Guide to Decorative Glass (Room Booth 1300)

13 Sep 17
12:00 PM - 12:20 PM

Tracks: Express Learning

Speaker(s): Cathie Saroka
The continually expanding decorative glass market offers incredible opportunities for contract glaziers and glass shops. However, mistakes in speci... More...

GANA Express Learning: A Glazier's Guide to Decorative Glass (Room Booth 1300)

13 Sep 17
12:00 PM - 12:20 PM

Tracks: Glass & Glazing Industry

Speaker(s): Cathie Saroka
The continually expanding decorative glass market offers incredible opportunities for contract glaziers and glass shops. However, mistakes in speci... More...

Interactive Performance Demonstration (Room Aisle 300)

13 Sep 17
12:00 PM - 12:15 PM

Tracks: General Schedule

See how commercial and residential fenestration products are tested for performance against the effects of windborne debris. This popular must-see ... More...

All About Glass Railings and Guard Railings: Education Session and Installation Demo (Room Booth 1300)

13 Sep 17
1:00 PM - 1:40 PM

Tracks: Express Learning

Speaker(s): Chris Hanstad ; Paul Daniels
Glass railings continue to grow in popularity and present glaziers with an incredible opportunity to expand their business; however, specification ... More...

Lunch on GlassBuild America Tradeshow Floor (Room B1-B4)

13 Sep 17
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Tracks: Glass & Glazing Industry

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Are You Ready for Unitized? (Room Booth 1300)

13 Sep 17
2:00 PM - 2:20 PM

Tracks: Express Learning

Speaker(s): Ivan Zuniga
From unitized storefronts to curtain walls to window walls, pre-glazed systems are increasing in-demand. While unitized products offer notable oppo... More...

Energy Division (Room B206)

13 Sep 17
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Tracks: Glass & Glazing Industry

The Energy Division encourages enhanced glass related product research as it relates to emerging energy trends and technologies.  Learn about ... More...

How to Increase Cutting Capacity Rise Yields, Create a Safer Environment and Increase Profits (Room Booth 1300)

13 Sep 17
2:30 PM - 2:50 PM

Tracks: Express Learning

Speaker(s): Mike McHugh
Learn how glass cutting yields will increase with additional glass SKU's and how dense storage loading systems can now accommodate this goal. T... More...

Membership Meeting (Room B206 (With Professionals & Marketing Committees))

13 Sep 17
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Tracks: Glass & Glazing Industry

Get the latest scoop on what's new in GANA, including updates on organizational partnerships, new professional and marketing initiatives and a ... More...

Preventing Accidents and Injuries in the Glass Plant (Room Booth 1300)

13 Sep 17
3:00 PM - 3:20 PM

Tracks: Express Learning

Speaker(s): Mike Burk
A glass facility can be a dangerous place, and accidents involving glass can be fatal. Preventing accidents in the factory requires dedicated safet... More...

Panel Discussion: Handling and Installation in the Era of Oversized Glass. (Room Booth 1300)

13 Sep 17
3:30 PM - 4:10 PM

Tracks: Express Learning

Speaker(s): Barry Wood ; Chip Olson ; Jerri Nudi
This panel will feature officials from Ergo Robotics, Quattrolifts, and Wood’s Powr-Grip, in addition to a representative from a leading cont... More...

Interactive Performance Demonstration (Room Aisle 300)

13 Sep 17
4:00 PM - 4:15 PM

Tracks: General Schedule

See how commercial and residential fenestration products are tested for performance against the effects of windborne debris. This popular must-see ... More...

GANA Happy Hour (Room B206)

13 Sep 17
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Tracks: Glass & Glazing Industry

Join GANA for a happy hour to engage with peers in a relaxed setting! More...

Building Envelope Contractors Division (Room B206)

14 Sep 17
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Tracks: Glass & Glazing Industry

The BEC Division places its primary focus on the glazing contractors within GANA's membership.  Use this forum to discuss current issues a... More...

GANA Fall Conference (Room B206)

14 Sep 17
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tracks: Glass & Glazing Industry

Separate Registration Required. The GANA Fall Conference is a gathering of the leading glass and glazing experts in North America. The Conference i... More...

Registration (Room B308, B309)

14 Sep 17
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Tracks: General Schedule, Registration

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Exhibit Hall Open (Room B1-B4)

14 Sep 17
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Tracks: Glass & Glazing Industry

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Exhibit Hall Open

14 Sep 17
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Tracks: General Schedule

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Tempering Division (Room B206)

14 Sep 17
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Tracks: Glass & Glazing Industry

The Tempering Division seeks to educate and inform on topics related to heat-treated glass products. Multiple resources are under development, incl... More...

Express Learning Sessions (Room Booth 1300)

14 Sep 17
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: General Schedule

These popular TED Talks-style educational sessions will address the business and product trends affecting each of the industry’s unique segme... More...

Growth: When You're Green, You're Growing.When you're Ripe, You Rot (Room Booth 1300)

14 Sep 17
10:00 AM - 10:20 AM

Tracks: Express Learning

Speaker(s): Bill Evans
Growth is risky and expensive; it's uncomfortable. Growth is rewarding, both materially and emotionally; it's necessary. This session will ... More...

Your Glass Company Needs to use Social Media…But in the Right Way (Room Booth 1300)

14 Sep 17
10:30 AM - 10:50 AM

Tracks: Express Learning

Speaker(s): Max Perilstein
Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Pinterest, and Periscope … Social media, in all of its forms, has changed business, including the gl... More...

Are You Ready for Unitized? (Room Booth 1300)

14 Sep 17
11:00 AM - 11:20 AM

Tracks: Express Learning

Speaker(s): Ivan Zuniga
From unitized storefronts to curtain walls to window walls, pre-glazed systems are increasing in-demand. While unitized products offer notable oppo... More...

Flat Glass Manufacturing Division (Room B206)

14 Sep 17
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Tracks: Glass & Glazing Industry

The Flat Glass Manufacturing Division acts as a forum to discuss high-level matters affecting the flat glass industry as a whole.  Note: this ... More...

After Automation: Next Steps for Fabricators (Room Booth 1300)

14 Sep 17
11:30 AM - 11:50 AM

Tracks: Express Learning

Speaker(s): Joe Erb
Automated production lines can help fabricators generate more units than ever before. However, knowing how to strategically manage orders, outputs ... More...

Best Practices for Capital Equipment Purchasing (Room Booth 1300)

14 Sep 17
12:00 PM - 12:20 PM

Tracks: Express Learning

Speaker(s): Pete De Gorter
As business continues to pick up across the industry, investing in capital equipment is a necessary step to keep pace with growth. In this session,... More...

Interactive Performance Demonstration (Room Aisle 300)

14 Sep 17
12:00 PM - 12:15 PM

Tracks: General Schedule

See how commercial and residential fenestration products are tested for performance against the effects of windborne debris. This popular must-see ... More...

Viva Las Vegas Party! Kick-off to 2018 GlassBuild in Las Vegas (Room Exhibit Hall / Aisle 1300)

14 Sep 17
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Tracks: General Schedule

Music, fun, refreshments and prize drawings (must be present to win).Free to all attendees. More...

GlassBuild Closing Party - Viva Las Vegas 2018 (Room B1-B4)

14 Sep 17
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Tracks: Glass & Glazing Industry

Join the music, fun, refreshments and prize drawings (must be present to win). More...