Two hands-on learning experiences will be offered during the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Fall Conference, taking place October 6-9 in Indianapolis, IN. During the Glass Products Council Workshop on October 8, participants will have the chance to see a demonstration of glass deflection and glass tools used for pressure adjustments to prevent seal failure, maintain thermal performance, avoid glass breakage and more. Later that day, participants are invited to attend the popular FGIA Products Showcase, where companies will show off their latest products hands-on and in-person. The preliminary schedule for the conference is available, and registration is open now.
 
“Both of these hands-on events give conference participants the chance to see products up close and better understand different features of these products,” said Florica Vlad, FGIA Events Manager. “Plus, at the Product Showcase, those who wish to diversify their supply chains can visit multiple potential vendors and suppliers in one location.”

GPC Hands-on Workshop

Learn best practices for managing the internal pressure of insulating glass units, from proper measurement techniques to component compatibility. This workshop will host four stations. There, leaders will demonstrate pressure compensation system in use, view examples of different insulating glass unit spacers and sealants, understand how a vacuum gas fill press works and more.
 

Workshop Stations

• Fabricator applications and factors to consider (made possible by Cardinal Glass Industries)
• Helantec Iso-Altimeter demonstration (made possible by Integrated Automation Systems and Pella Corporation)
• Sealant station (made possible by H.B. Fuller)
• Vacuum gas fill press demonstration (made possible by PDS IG)
 

FGIA Product Showcase

The FGIA Product Showcase and Reception will be held on Tuesday, October 7. This hands-on event will provide conference participants with the opportunity to network while viewing product solutions and technologies in person. Companies considering making changes to their current supply chains may benefit from this event by making connections with the suppliers available to answer questions.
 

Exhibitor Information

Exhibitors will also be able to reach a hyper-focused segment of the industry at this unique networking event and reception offered to all conference participants. Member companies who are interested in showcasing can contact Events@FGIAonline.org to learn more.
 
 

Registration Fees and Accommodations

Early bird registration is available through September 12, allowing for a fee of $1,050 for FGIA members. The extended early bird rate of $1,300 is available until September 23, regular fee for FGIA members is $1,300 after that date. Non-members can register for a fee of $1,600.
 
Room reservations at JW Marriott Indianapolis can be made using the discounted rate of $259. A $350 facility usage fee will apply for those who attend the event but elect not to stay at the conference host hotel.
 
For more information about FGIA events, visit fgiaonline.org/events.