Mock-Up Testing: Essential Support for Success
The mock-up and testing process for commercial windows is an important step in the design and construction process of a building. A window mock-up is a full-sized, representative sample of a window that is constructed to evaluate its performance, durability, and aesthetics. The mock-up is typically installed on-site or in a testing facility to simulate […]
Bird-Safe Glass: Ordinances, Mandates, & Protecting the Feathered
Studies documenting bird mortality from collisions with glass on buildings estimate hundreds of millions of birds die each year in North America from this cause alone. www.ScienceDirect.com Bird-friendly design is a growing entity within the construction industry, and Quaker Windows & Doors is proud to be a part of these progressive efforts. We offer special […]
Continuing to Grow: Eldon Expansion Phase III has begun
Eldon, MO –– This month marks the 1-year anniversary of Quaker Windows and Doors opening of their Eldon (MO) Manufacturing facility and Offices. The manufacturing plant and office build-out in Eldon were Phases 1 and 2 of Quaker’s multi-phase Eldon expansion plan for the 130-acre campus. Yesterday, Thursday, May 6th, Missouri Governor Mike Parson visited […]
OptiCore Named Best New Design/Feature 2019 by DWM Magazine
In a category filled with ideas and innovations from throughout the industry, Quaker Windows & Doors is excited to announce we are the winner of DWM Magazine’s Reader’s Choice Award for best New Design/Feature in Windows & Doors 2019 with our patented OptiCore Technology. OptiCore Technology is changing the face of architectural window design with structural, thermal, and […]
Quaker Awarded Missouri’s BEST Window Company & Large Employer 2020
The new year has brought new opportunities for Quaker Windows & Doors, and also new awards. On January 6th, Missouri Magazine announced that Quaker Windows & Doors has won Missouri’s Best Window Company for the second year in a row AND Missouri’s Best Large Employer in 2020 (see our current career opportunities)! We are […]
An Updated View at MO Governor’s Mansion
Built in 1871, the Missouri Governor’s Mansion in Jefferson City sits proudly near the state’s capitol building and on the bluff overlooking the Missouri River. Despite various renovations in the 1980s, the 2-story sun porch of the mansion still contained age-old, inefficient windows. In 2019, Gov. Mike Parson decided to change that by replacing the […]
Quaker Awarded Place on Inc. 5000 list for 2019
Quaker Windows and Doors Joins 2019 Inc. 5000 List of Fastest Growing Private Companies Inc. Magazine announced that Quaker Window Products has been named to the 2019 Inc. 5000 list of Fastest Growing privately held companies in America. Quaker has experienced sixty percent growth over the past three years focusing on a strategic growth plan […]
Quaker Continues Strategic Growth with Land Purchase for New Manufacturing Plant in Eldon, MO
Freeburg, Mo.–– Quaker Windows and Doors continues its strategic growth and expansion with the purchase of 127 acres in Eldon, Missouri, where construction has begun on a new 200,000 square foot commercial and architectural products production facility. The land purchased will also allow for the construction of additional manufacturing facilities in the future. “We love it […]
Made in Missouri – Buy Local
Lt. Gov. Mike Kehoe Prepares for First Annual Buy Missouri Week. (JEFFERSON CITY, MO) – Lieutenant Governor Mike Kehoe is pleased to announce he will be traveling throughout the state and promoting the Buy Missouri Program during the first annual Buy Missouri Week, October 13th through October 20th. As designated by the legislature, Buy Missouri […]
Quaker Opens New Wood Window & Door Facility
Quaker Windows and Doors has opened a new manufacturing facility to produce windows and wood doors for the commercial and residential markets. The 185,000-square-foot facility in Vienna, Mo., which became operational at the end of January, allows for greater production capacity and features new automation equipment, conveyor systems and an expanded area for paint and […]
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 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 […]
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.
