New seismic movement standards push Canadian glazing testing
FGIA has released an updated trio of seismic test methods, aligning AAMA 501.4, 501.6 and 501.7 for Canadian glazing manufacturers. Available now.
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Building Codes & Standards
Updates on building codes, fenestration standards, ENERGY STAR changes, and regulatory developments affecting the glazing industry.
NAFS 2026 Published: What Canadian Window Makers Need to Know
The 2026 NAFS standard is out, making a secondary designator mandatory on window and door labels. Here's what the Canadian code adoption path looks like.
FGIA Acoustics Update Sharpens Sound Control for Glass
FGIA's updated AAMA TIR-A1 clarifies STC and OITC testing for fenestration, giving Canadian specifiers clearer acoustics guidance for urban projects.
Ontario Building Code review opens door to new fenestration rules
Ontario's Building Code review could rewrite fenestration performance rules as an expert panel targets unnecessary costs and delays. Comments close Aug. 14.