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The financial shock waves emanating from Wall Street to Main Street had me remembering more than my Great Depression history classes. ... 
Expanding its Architectural Systems line, PGT Industries, Venice, Fla., introduced three impact-resistant door and window products for commercial and residential high-rise applications: the ST3550 commercial storefront entrance door; the WS3500 storefront window wall system; and the TER3050 terrace door.... 
October is National Fire Prevention Month, when you are reminded to change the batteries in your smoke detectors at home. For your business, it can be a reminder to schedule a fire drill and review fire prevention measures with all employees. ... 
"The glass for the project was not only a unique design for us but a challenge as well, due to its proximity to Lake Erie. What strikes you the most is how the design of the building flows along the water and mimics the look of an ocean going vessel. With the building located within 30-foot proximity to Lake Erie, there were restrictions with the weight of the equipment near the sea wall. This added to the overall challenge of the project." – Craig Gibson, general field superintendent, Harmon Inc.