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Summit Door introduces an ornamental hardware line made by Rocky Mountain Hardware. The French Country Collection features architectural bronze hardware pieces that contribute to the “swing-open” appearance of several of Summit Door’s designs. Designed for use on sectional garage doors, the simple lines and diverse patinas of this collection complement a broad range of architectural styles.
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CMI’s CraftMaster Cashal arched top, two-panel plank interior door features a graceful curve, distinctive grooves and elegant smooth finish. Cashal is available either hollow- or solid-core construction and with finger-joint or MDF stiles and rails. Bifolds are available for most standard openings from 2 to 6 ft.
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The NanaWall WD66 with Heat Mirror glass is Energy Star-rated and provides high weather resistance and structural performance. It is available either as a top-hung system, where the main weight is carried by the head track, or as a floor-mounted system, where the main weight is carried by the floor track.
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Milgard Windows and Doors provides two energy efficiency packages for its fiberglass and vinyl window and door lines. The 3D package offers a window or door that is up to 10 percent more efficient than Energy Star qualified models, while the 3D MAX package provides a product that is nearly 26 percent more efficient.
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Andersen Windows has expanded its available glazing options with a new solar control glass designed to reject unwanted solar heat while allowing the sunlight to stream through. Andersen SmartSun glass helps reduce energy consumption in the home while providing year-round thermal protection and attractive visibility. SmartSun glass complements a wide selection of available glazings from Andersen, including high-performance Low-E4 glass. 
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Marvin’s Ultimate Replacement Casement is the window that replaces almost anything.  With simulated check rail and taller bottom rail options, it can replace old, drafty double-hung windows, the maker says. The window’s wash mode lets homeowners wash the exterior from the interior. Other features include: commercial-grade hardware system; large sizing capability; and easy installation. The hardware system can support a sash of 150 lbs. 
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Pella’s Architect Series windows and patio doors are available in pine, mahogany, Douglas fir and alder; virtually unlimited interior color choices; and a wide variety of shapes and grille options. Integral Light Technology grilles create the authentic look of true divided light, yet provide modern energy efficiency. The double-hung window’s wide bottom rail and narrow check rail are historically accurate.
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Amarr Garage Doors has introduced new recessed and raised panel carriage house designs for its Oak Summit Collection of carriage house garage doors. Traditional bead board plus the new recessed and raised panels are available. To complement the designs Amarr also has introduced two new window inserts: the four-lite Thames and the four-lite Arched Thames.
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A new ornamental wrought iron garage door line from Clopay offers remodelers and home-owners a luxurious new option to carry out an Old World European inspired architectural theme. The Clopay FeTerra Collection and FeTerra Accents are designed to complement exterior elements characteristic of the genre, such as iron entry doors, window grilles, handrails, light fixtures, fences and gates.
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Simpson Door’s Artist Collection features limited-edition doors created by selected artists. The doors are available in Douglas fir, Western hemlock, red oak, knotty alder, maple, cherry, mahogany, and a variety of additional species through Simpson’s Custom Door Manufacturing Facility. The doors are 1 3/4 in. thick, 3 ft. wide and can be specified in heights of 6 ft., 8 in.; 7 ft.; or 8 ft.
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ODL’s tubular skylight brings soft, natural sunlight to kitchens, closets, bathrooms, laundry rooms, hallways and any room in the house, eliminating dark spaces. During full midday sun, one 14-in. tubular skylight can light up 300 sq. ft., an output of about five 100-watt light bulbs. The skylight has a U factor of 0.43 and a solar heat gain coefficient of 0.24.
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ScapeWEL by Bilco adds natural daylight and fresh air to basement living areas while providing safe, code compliant emergency egress. ScapeWEL consists of two side panels and two- or three-step panel components that snap together on-site in a patented slot and tab design. It requires no forming or pouring and is faster and more cost-effective than installing custom terraced site-built wells.
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Hoppe’s Fold and Slide hardware system may be used for openings up to 48 ft. wide and can utilize panels as large as 3 ft. wide by 10 ft. in height. The system is suitable for wood doors with a capacity of up to 165 lbs. per panel. It features precision bearings for a low-rolling resistance.
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AMSCO’s Artisan Series vinyl windows feature a beveled-in profile; hidden accessory grooves; a molecularly fused color layer that becomes integral to the vinyl profile; and a magnetic action lock. The series is available in mono colors of white, almond and taupe, plus the exterior colors autumn red, evergreen and bronze with a white interior.
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Jeld-Wen has unveiled three new vinyl replacement window and patio door lines to meet the anticipated demand for remodeling-specific products. The new lines, Primo, Bravo and Omega, will be available through a replacement program tailored to dealers who market, sell and install windows into existing homes. The program is available in the West and Great Lakes regions and will expand to other regions in 2009.
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Joyce Windows manufactures custom virgin vinyl (uPVC) replacement windows and sliding patio doors that combine innovative design, engineering and thermal efficiency. Styles include double-hungs, sliders, casements, bays, bows, awnings, specialty shapes, garden windows, basement hoppers, and sliding doors with many glass options from LowE  to R-9 insulated units and a selection of spacer systems including Intercept, Intercept Ultra, and Super Spacer.
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Johnson Hardware’s 200 Wall Mount, a modern spin on barn door hardware, is a space-saving alternative for small spaces and a contemporary feature that will add a splash of design. The 200WM can hold up to a 300-lb. door (shown with a heavy-duty glass prairie style door) and can be used with or without a decorative valance to cover the track.
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Gorell Windows and Doors has introduced its newly designed 5100 Series line of vinyl windows, which have been re-engineered to provide an enhanced appearance, higher energy efficiency, greater security and easier installation. The new 5100 Series windows feature stylish recessed locks that are invisible to the eye from the exterior and give homeowners a less obstructed view of the outdoors from inside.
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Soft-Lite’s top-of-the-line Elements window provides superior energy efficiency with ratings that exceed all AAMA and NFRC minimum requirements, according to the manufacturer. The window has an air infiltration rating of .01 cfm at 25 mph; a water infiltration rating of LC60 at 59 mph with 8 in. of rain per hour; and a wind load rating of DP70 at 203 mph.
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First United Door Technologies introduces a new steel carriage-house door. The sections of the SteeLite door are manufactured from 23-gauge steel, and the embossments are recessed and beaded, creating a high degree of resolution. The 28-in. steel panel provides the true look and appearance of an old style carriage door. Vertical and horizontal beaded panels are available in 8- and 20-in. widths.
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Rare Earth Hardwoods entry doors are manufactured using classical techniques for joinery with updated modern processes for materials and stability. All panel doors are full mortise-and-tenon joined. Stiles and rails are stave core constructed with premium face veneers applied to all visible surfaces. Solid raised panels are floated within the frame, while flat panels are faced with premium veneers on MDF or cross banded cores.
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PGT WinGuard offers a complete line of aluminum impact-resistant windows and doors approved by Miami-Dade Building Product Control, which enforces the strictest codes in the United States for wind-borne debris and wind loading. The windows and doors combine heavy-duty aluminum or vinyl frames with impact-resistant laminated glass. A special silicone glazing process helps keep the glass from breaking away from the frame.
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Overhead Door’s EcoBuilt Verde Collection features four styles: Yosemite, Acadia, Presidio and Tahoe, available in a variety of patterns and with several window and decorative hardware options. The doors feature steel integrated meeting rails and can be purchased with or without insulation. EcoBuilt garage door panels are SCS (Scientific Certification Systems) certified to use a minimum of 88 percent recycled content.
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Park Avenue vinyl replacement windows from Thermal Industries feature fusion-welded, multichambered construction and are filled with Dow Blue High R-Density extruded polystyrene insulation for maximum energy efficiency. The collection’s E3 Max glass is a high-performance triple pane insulating glass system made of two lites of LoE2, one of float glass, Krypton enhanced air chambers, and Ultimate Warm-Edge Technology.
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Peachtree Doors and Windows’ entry door line features four distinct architectural styles in textured and smooth fiberglass panels and a range of decorative glass designs. All are available with Peachtree’s continuous head, sill and frame system and a choice in finishes. Each completes Peachtree’s coordinated whole-house package from front door to patio doors and windows.
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The C9700XL Wide-Rail Patio Door by Cascade Windows is designed to look similar to a traditional French Door without sacrificing the smooth sliding operation associated with Cascade’s standard patio door. It is available in standard 5-, 6- and 8-ft. widths to meet every design need. The C9730XL, a three-lite wide-rail door, is available in widths of 7 ft. 6 in; 9 ft.; and 12 ft.
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Visions Windows and Doors has introduced Visions 1500, an all-vinyl product line that builds on the Born Tough attributes and value pricing of the Visions 1000 line. Visions 1500 features an integral brick mold and built-in J-channel for simplified installation of a finished look. Visions 1500’s 2 3/4-in. extruded frames are comprised of white or tan uPVC vinyl.
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Weather Shield Windows and Doors introduces a line of premium fiberglass-clad wood windows that combine durability and aesthetic appeal, U-factors as low as 0.23, true wood interiors and no-maintenance exteriors. Glazing options include Zo-e-shield 5, 6 and 7. Exterior color choices include white, tan, brick red, Hartford green, craftsman bronze, silver faux metal finish and copper faux metal finish.
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Fen-Tech, Inc. has added an arched window line to their Botanica products. The single-hung vinyl windows come in a variety of styles, including extended half round, arch top and  gothic top. All Botanica windows are available in white or tan and are available with state-of-the-art heat reflective, easy-clean coated glass. Custom sizes are available upon request.
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