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Dr. Stephen Morse of Michigan Technological University shares first-look results on vacuum insulated glass (VIG) durability at the FGIA Fall Conference.
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After 30 years at the helm, IWFA's Darrell Smith is preparing to retire, with Christina Horsley of AMR Management Services stepping in to lead the association into its next chapter.
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