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Cliff Green, president and founder of TSS Glass Machinery Sales Inc., joins NGA Chief Content Officer Katy Devlin to explore how smart factory technology is transforming glass fabrication. From automated cutting and sorting systems to real-time production tracking, Cliff draws on more than 35 years of hands-on industry experience to explain what a smart factory actually looks like, why the U.S. market is ready for it now, and how fabricators can start adopting these solutions, one process at a time. Recorded as part of the NGA Glass Fabricator (GFAB) Conference in Chicago, June 14–17.

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In this episode, Glass Cast’s Katy Devlin sits down with Barbara Haaksma, chief marketing officer of Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope, parent of CRL, from the stage at BEC Conference, the Building Envelope Contractors Conference, in Louisville. They discuss Barbara’s history in glass, architecture and design, the key trends in glass, and what’s coming from OBE and CRL. This episode is sponsored by OBE and CRL.

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Join Chief Content Officer Katy Devlin and NGA Consultant Max Perilstein for an insider's preview of the 2026 Building Envelope Contractors Conference (BEC Conference), heading to Louisville, Kentucky for the first time on March 1-3. Thanks to BEC Conference media sponsor Vitro Architectural Glass. Register for the conference at https://www.glass.org/bec-conference-2026 This episode unpacks the can't-miss programming designed to address the industry's biggest challenges: workforce development, market intelligence, and technology adoption. Discover keynote presentations from Joshua Johnson on accessing the second-chance workforce, Priscilla Koeckeritz on successful leadership transitions, and Sarah Martin from Dodge Construction Network delivering critical market insights. Learn about the New Gen Panel featuring emerging industry leaders, essential energy code updates, and the new tactical Tuesday sessions covering AI integration and pre-construction profits. Whether you're navigating succession planning at your family business, trying to understand where the market is headed, or looking to incorporate new technologies into your operations, this preview reveals why BEC Conference remains the premier spring conference for glass and glazing professionals. Plus, get the inside scoop on why Louisville is the perfect destination for this quick-hitting, networking-intensive event that brings together 600-700 industry professionals for two days of education and connection.Subscribe to NGA's YouTube Channel for more podcast episodes of Glass Cast and Window Cast.

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Kristin Thomas, Vice President of Operations at Tab Glass and Window explores how workplace values and expectations are evolving—are flexibility and empathy reshaping what commitment looks like? This conversation dives into leadership, boundaries, and the balance between kindness and accountability in today’s work culture. With Melanie Dettmer, Industry Engagement Manager, and Sara Neiswanger, Director of Industry Engagement.Subscribe to NGA's YouTube Channel for more podcast episodes of Glass Cast and Window Cast.Explore more from NGA and GlassBuild America. NGA Website: https://www.glass.org/View below for NGA social medias, more content, and information. GlassBuild America Website: https://www.glassbuildamerica.com/GlassBuild America Channel: @GlassBuildAmericaListen or watch on Spotify!Window Cast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2y7jqDM...Glass Cast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W7kyCY...Listen on Apple Podcasts!Window Cast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Glass Cast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

General Glass International celebrated its 125th anniversary in 2025, which also aligned with Glass Magazine's own 75th anniversary. GGI's VP of Business Development Stephen Balik and Director of Business Development Spencer Raymond discuss how GGI has managed to successfully stay in business for so long, as well as challenges and triumphs the company has faced throughout more than a century.Subscribe to NGA's YouTube Channel for more podcast episodes of Glass Cast and Window Cast.

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American manufacturing faces a workforce crisis: 400,000 unfilled jobs today, with nearly 2 million more projected to go unfilled by 2033. Tony Davis, National Director of FAME USA at the Manufacturing Institute, shares how apprenticeship programs are bridging this gap by combining paid work experience with associate degrees. Topics include how small manufacturers can access high-level training through collaboration, what skills will matter most in the next decade, how automation and AI are making manufacturing careers more appealing, and more.Subscribe to NGA's YouTube Channel for more podcast episodes of Glass Cast and Window Cast.Explore more from NGA and GlassBuild America. NGA Website: ⁠https://www.glass.org/⁠View below for NGA social medias, more content, and information. GlassBuild America Website: ⁠https://www.glassbuildamerica.com/⁠GlassBuild America Channel: @GlassBuildAmericaListen or watch on Spotify!Window Cast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2y7jqDM...Glass Cast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W7kyCY...Listen on Apple Podcasts!Window Cast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Glass Cast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

Cathie Saroka, CEO and Michael Saroka, Chief Product Officer share how Goldray Glass was formed 40 years ago, how the company has continued to evolve to changing business demands and what makes them unique as they celebrate this special anniversary. Explore our channel and watch more Glass Cast & Window Cast episodes to learn more from industry experts, live from the GlassBuild 2025 show floor.Subscribe to NGA's YouTube Channel for more podcast episodes of Glass Cast and Window Cast.

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Join leaders from Erdman Automation, GED Integrated Solutions, Sturtz Machinery and Joseph Machine as they discuss trends and opportunities for the fenestration industry in machinery, automation and technology.Subscribe to NGA's YouTube Channel for more podcast episodes of Glass Cast and Window Cast.

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NGA VP of Workforce Development Jenni Chase and NGA Director of Apprenticeship Amy Hadfield sit down with national apprenticeship expert Joshua Johnson to discuss common myths and misconceptions, the benefits of apprenticeship for employers and employees, and how NGA can help members considering an apprenticeship program for their business

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Joe Bazzano and Kevin Kennedy of Beacon Exit Planning discuss value--what it is and how to create it--in your business as it relates to exit planning and succession.Subscribe to NGA's YouTube Channel for more podcast episodes of Glass Cast and Window Cast.

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