Egress Windows: The best escape in an emergency is to plan ahead
Egress windows and the building code You may have installed smoke detectors in your home, but having a way to escape when or if they go off is just as important. This is especially true for upstairs bedrooms or basements, where the stairway is often the only escape route. If that stairway were to be […]
Quaker Blast Tested Windows
Blast testing is an increasingly important segment of the commercial building sector. Yet, not many windows even come close to achieving Blast Testing requirements. At Quaker, we recognize the prominence of projects requiring blast tested projects, and we’ve found that our windows are continuously up to this challenge. To view our Blast Rated products CLICK […]
M600 Windows: Taking Modern to a Whole New Level
The M600 Aluminum Architectural Series of Windows is the ideal solution for practically any commercial application, including Multi-Family, Office, Education, Hotel, Government, Healthcare and Assisted Living. The M600 brings together all the quality and consistency you’ve come to expect of Quaker Windows & Doors, with new technological advances to create a window that incorporates structural integrity, durability, design […]
Quaker Glass Plant Expansion
As part of Quaker Windows and Doors ongoing efforts to bring new innovation and automation to our manufacturing facilities, Quaker has completed an expansion and modernization project at its insulated glass and tempering production facility. Quaker processes over 50,000 pounds of glass on average each day and this new expansion and automation project allows Quaker […]
DP-50 Windows Rated for High Winds
For coastal or inland projects specifying DP-50 requirements, consider Quaker’s Crusader Series vinyl windows, a heavy-duty DP-50 alternative to a standard vinyl windows. Our Crusader DP-50 product was developed because high winds aren’t just limited to the Gulf Coast, Pacific Rim or Atlantic Seaboard. The Upper Midwest, Plains States, Great Lakes Region and inland areas off the coasts all […]
Quaker 2016: Review & Thank You
2016 was another big year for Quaker Windows & Doors, with many milestones achieved. We wanted to take a moment to share it with everyone who has helped us long the way. Enjoy this short review of our annual highlights and a heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make it happen.
VuPoint Vinyl Window Series
The VuPoint Series superior design, commercial CW50 rating and structural mulling options allow you to maximize your view with larger window combinations and narrower site lines, without compromising on strength and performance. Traditional residential windows are designed to achieve a residential industry Performance Grade rating. When combined with standard reinforced mullions, the size and structural […]
2016 Thomas M. Knoll Memorial Scholarship Winners
The Thomas M. Knoll Memorial Scholarship was established to support the the children within the Quaker family in their quest to continue their education. This year we are pleased to award scholarships to 10 individuals to help with educational expenses. Dakota Dickneite is the son of Bryan Dickneite, a member of our night-shift team. Dakota […]
Quaker Safety: Window Operating Control Devices
Quaker Windows & Doors has always been committed to creating quality window and door products. As a company with a strong family legacy, we take the safety of our customers and their family seriously. Windows in a home should bring light, fresh air and a view. But, it’s important to recognize that windows safety is […]
Quaker Historical Windows bring New Life to Old Buildings
Preserving traditional architecture is complex You know it, and at Quaker Windows & Doors, we know it too. However, at Quaker, preserving the integrity and design of traditional architecture has been a specialty of ours for years. In fact, we like to think we make this uneasy task an easy one for our customers to […]
