Drew Vass

2 weeks ago | dwmmag.com | Drew Vass

The Window and Door Manufacturers Association held its Spring Meeting and Legislative Conference last week in Washington, D.C. As the event wrapped up with a networking reception at the Westin Washington, D.C. City Center, just blocks away President Donald Trump stepped into the White House Rose Garden where he announced minimum tariffs of 10% across all countries, starting April 5. Additional “reciprocal” tariffs took effect Wednesday, April 9, targeting specific countries.

2 weeks ago | dwmmag.com | Drew Vass

A string of layoffs over recent months is set to continue for Jeld-Wen Inc., as the company prepares to release 56 workers from its facility in Dallas County, Texas. The door and window manufacturer filed a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) in March, with layoffs set to occur April 28. [DWM] has since confirmed that Jeld-Wen will end operations at the doors plant in Coppell, Texas, and move production to other existing facilities.

3 weeks ago | dwmmag.com | Drew Vass

Miter Brands announced last week plans to close one of its manufacturing facilities for Milgard Windows & Doors in Simi Valley, California. The closing, which is set to take place in early June, displaces 397 employees. The decision marks the latest in a series of cutbacks following the acquisition of PGT Innovations in March 2024—a purchase that carried an enterprise value of approximately $3.1 billion.

1 month ago | dwmmag.com | Drew Vass

For manufacturers and assemblers, Wakefield’s K-51DV Flipping Table and Conveyor remains a top option—especially for those needing to free up hands in production. The station allows one person to handle large doors and windows. Ergonomic features help ensure safety and prevent the issue of carpal tunnel syndrome, according to company information. Powered by shop air (at 100 PSI), the conveyor and flipper can handle doors up to 500 pounds in weight.

1 month ago | dwmmag.com | Drew Vass

The residential remodeling market grew to more than $600 billion in 2022, in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Things then took a slight turn in 2023-24, leading to a marginal retraction. Despite changes, spending is projected to stay above $600 billion through 2025, according to research conducted by Harvard University’s Joint Center for Housing Studies (JCHS).