A building’s appearance can strongly influence whether prospective tenants find it attractive enough to sign a lease, whether existing tenants want to renew a lease and whether the price point of their leases goes up or down. If finishes start to fade or fail, so too can a building’s perceived value. Helping building owners and […]
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Belmont University campus features 10+ buildings with Linetec finishes on Tubelite storefront, curtainwall and entrances
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Higher education facilities benefit from high-performance, finished architectural aluminum products
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Protecting our public investments: High-performance finishes add value to governmental and civic facilities
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EFCO, Linetec and Tubelite marketing team members judge Glass Magazine Awards
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Linetec’s finishes match color and performance for the National Aquarium’s iconic skylight renovation by Super Sky
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A huge congratulations and Happy Retirement to Russ Hahn! He has been with Linetec for over 31 years, starting on October 24, 1988. Russ spent the majority of his career in our paint applications department where he has been instrumental in our processes and growth throughout the years. After his last piece of material passed […]
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Designed by Gensler to earn LEED Gold certification, Chicago’s 1330 Fulton West’s Class A mixed-use office building recently was recertified as LEED Platinum – the U.S. Green Building Council’s (USGBC’s) highest level for energy-efficient and environmentally responsible projects. Supporting the modern office building’s green goals, Fulton West’s building envelope showcases numerous architectural aluminum products finished […]
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Curves can add dimension and visual interest to a building. They can help a structure blend into a natural background or allow a building to differentiate itself in a rigid urban environment. A curve can facilitate a building’s flow and create a shape that fits an irregular lot. Curves speak to modernity, while embracing the […]
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Copper building materials have shaped and embellished architectural designs for millennia. Ancient Egyptians clad massive temple doors in copper. The Romans used copper to cover the Parthenon. The Hildesheim Cathedral in Germany was crowned with a copper roof in the year 1280 and remains in use today. People still flock to see these iconic structures […]
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Q: Tell me about your job A: As the Regional Sales Manager for the Mid Central territory I cover Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Kentucky. I work with new and existing customers to bring in new business, get to build relationships with people from other companies, and explain everything that we do and offer here at […]
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When building a new home or retrofitting an existing one, choosing the right color can be a challenging decision for homeowners, designers and builders. Black finishes are an increasingly popular choice for residential applications because they bridge between a modern and a timeless appearance. Windows and doors with black finished framing look contemporary, luxurious and […]
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As the events surrounding the coronavirus (COVID-19) continue to develop, Linetec’s top priority is safeguarding the health and safety of our employees, while we continue to serve our customers and ensure the long-term health of our business. Linetec and our parent company, Apogee Enterprises, have implemented a number of policies across our business to best […]
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Glass Magazine’s April Trendhunter feature shares “Finishing Trends to Watch.” Authored by Linetec’s marketing manager, Tammy Schroeder, LEED Green Associate, the article highlights six top trends: • Blues and greens – celebrating color of the year selections from fashion-forward sources• Biophilic beauty – bringing inspiration from our natural world into the built environment• Tactile textures […]
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With very little effort, finished architectural aluminum products can maintain their performance and appearance for many years, while supporting health, safety and wellness. Hard, nonporous, finished, architectural aluminum products are generally easy to clean and to keep clean. Regularly scheduled cleaning helps extend the longevity of these durable products. In high-traffic and public areas, where […]