When you’re fabricating windows for commercial, residential, or architectural projects, sourcing clear glass at scale can make or break your production schedule. The quality, timing, and consistency of your supply chain directly affect your profitability — and in hot-weather states like Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana, timing matters as much as precision. Sky Building Materials works…
In the southern U.S., glass isn’t just a design choice — it’s a performance decision. Contractors and fabricators in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, New Mexico, Arkansas, Missouri, and Kansas deal with months of blazing heat and intense sunlight. The wrong glass type can turn a comfortable building into a sauna, drive up energy costs, and strain…
Not all insulated glass units (IGUs) perform the same—and one of the biggest reasons is climate. A well-made IGU in Texas might fail early in Missouri, or underperform in New Mexico, simply because its components weren’t matched to the local environment. For glass fabricators, glazing contractors, and commercial builders, understanding how regional conditions affect IGU…
In modern commercial construction, glass has evolved beyond transparency—it’s now a key design element that blends light, texture, and privacy. One of the most versatile ways to achieve that balance is with patterned glass. Patterned glass, also known as textured or decorative glass, provides a way for architects and builders to control light transmission and…