Events

Top Glass, FGIA #12, Technoform #29, Alumicor #56

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000

This year’s Top Glass opens with a codes and standards update presented by Amy Roberts with the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA). Along with FGIA, Alumicor and Technoform will be showcasing their products, services and expertise during the exhibit.

Hosted by Glass Canada magazine, Top Glass brings together glazing contractors, curtain wall manufacturers, storefront fabricators, architects and building engineers to learn, network and review the latest products and technologies.

Top Glass Conference & Exhibits 2026 is held at the Sandman Signature Toronto Airport Hotel, next to the Pearson airport. The expo hall is open from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Be sure to mark these booths on your must-see list:

#12 FGIA

#29 Technoform

#56 Alumicor

Top Glass participants can attend continuing education seminars and earn credits toward their professional development.

10-11 a.m., Amy Roberts with FGIA shares the latest changes to architectural glass standards and commercial building codes across Canada. Attendees will learn the latest from the committees publishing the AAMA standards referenced in all the codes and significant developments in codes from jurisdictions from St. John’s to Victoria. Roberts will share forecasting and insights from inside the meetings and organizations involved in writing the rules for the years ahead.

1:30-2 p.m., the Ontario Glass and Metal Association (OGMA) will honour the 2025 Awards of Excellence winners. Alumicor is an active member of OGMA, and Steve Ringler serves as its past president.

Registration is CA$39 in advance or at the door. Parking is free at the venue. Separate registration for a special pre-show tour on April 29 also is available for an additional fee.

FGIA Southeast Region Meeting

Tue, 05 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) will host its 2026 Southeast Region Meeting on May 5-6 at the Hilton Tampa Downtown, Florida. Watch for more information at https://fgiaonline.org/events/.

Zak World of Façades - Kolbe exhibiting

Thu, 14 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000

Kolbe Windows & Doors will be exhibiting at Zak World of Façades, May 14, held at the Hyatt Regency in Phoenix.

Watch for more details at https://zakworldoffacades.com

Traditional Building Conference - sponsored by Kolbe Windows & Door

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000

Kolbe Windows & Doors continues its sponsorship of the Traditional Building Conference Series held:

June 16-17 in Cape May, New Jersey, in conjunction with the Palladio Awards
Nov. 2-4 in Charleston, South Carolina

The Traditional Building Conference Series delivers focused, relevant education for architects, contractors, craftspeople, designers, building owners and facilities managers in an efficient format. Attendees who complete these programs can earn continuing education credits for AIA, AIBD, NARI and some NAHB certifications.

Watch for more information at https://www.traditionalbuildingshow.com

FGIA Virtual Summer Summit

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) will host its 2026 Virtual Summer Summit on June 23-24. Watch for more information at https://fgiaonline.org/events/.

FGIA Fall Conference

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0000

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) hosts its annual Fall Conference Aug. 31-Sept. 3 in at the Hyatt Regency in Calgary, Alberta. Watch for more details at https://fgiaonline.org/event/691

GlassBuild America

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0000

GlassBuild America returns to the Las Vegas Convention Center, Sept. 23-25. Hosted by the National Glass Association (NGA) and sponsored by the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA), this is a must-attend event for the industry. Watch for more information at https://www.glass.org/event/glassbuild-america-glass-window-door-expo-2026

FTI World Congress - Technoform

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0000

The Facade Tectonics Institute 2026 World Congress will include speaking presentations, panel discussions and

exhibitors. A minimum of two tracks are planned over two consecutive days, which will include 25 sessions and more
than 75 speaker presentations. The annual Facade Tectonics World Congress combines the art, science and technology
of the building skin with an unparalleled networking opportunity from the domestic and international building
community

Technoform's Helen Sanders serves as FTI's board president, as a strategy and planning committee member, and as a peer reviewer on its Scientific, Technical and Artistic Review (STAR) Committee. She is a founding member and part of the FTI's College of Fellows.

Learn more about Technoform North America at https://www.technoform.com/en and about the FTI World Congress at https://www.facadetectonics.org/events/2026wc.

Zak World of Façades - Kolbe exhibiting

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000

Kolbe Windows & Doors will be exhibiting at Zak World of Façades NYC, held at the Pier 60 at Chelsea Piers.

See the schedule for this full day of educational sessions and speakers. Participants can earn up to 8.0 AIA HSW LUs.

Watch for more details at https://zakworldoffacades.com

Traditional Building Conference - sponsored by Kolbe Windows & Door

Mon, 02 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000

Kolbe Windows & Doors continues its sponsorship of the Traditional Building Conference Series held Nov. 2-4 in Charleston, South Carolina.

Watch for more information at https://www.traditionalbuildingshow.com

FGIA Annual Conference

Mon, 08 Feb 2027 06:00:00 +0000

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) will host its 2027 Annual Conference on Feb 8-12 in Cape Coral, Florida. Watch for more information at https://fgiaonline.org/events

FGIA Summer Summit

Mon, 10 May 2027 05:00:00 +0000

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) will host its 2027 Summer Summit on May 10-12 in downtown Tampa, Florida. Watch for more information at https://fgiaonline.org/events/

FGIA Southeast Regional Summit

Thu, 13 May 2027 05:00:00 +0000

Co-located with the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Summer Summit, FGIA will host its 2027 Southeast Regional Summit on May 13 in downtown Tampa, Florida. Watch for more information at https://fgiaonline.org/events/

FGIA Fall Conference

Mon, 20 Sep 2027 05:00:00 +0000

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) will host its 2027 Fall Conference on Sept. 20-23 in Seattle. Watch for more information at https://fgiaonline.org/events/

GlassBuild America

Tue, 26 Oct 2027 05:00:00 +0000

GlassBuild America returns to the Orlando - Orange County Convention Center, Oct. 26-28. Hosted by the National Glass Association (NGA) and sponsored by the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA), this is a must-attend event for the industry. Watch for more information at https://www.glass.org/event/glassbuild-america-glass-window-door-expo-2027

GlassBuild America

Tue, 10 Oct 2028 05:00:00 +0000

GlassBuild America will be held Oct. 10-12 at the George R. Brown Convention Center, Houston. Hosted by the National Glass Association (NGA) and sponsored by the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA), this is a must-attend event for the industry. Watch for more information at https://www.glass.org/event/glassbuild-america-glass-window-door-expo-2028