In the late 1990s to 2000, EXTECH faced a critical challenge at one of the largest sugar processing facilities in the U.S.—replacing the building’s aging steel sash windows without disrupting operations. EXTECH engineered and installed a high-performance solution that enhanced aesthetics, performance, and long-term durability of the facility. To meet the refinery’s needs, the team...Continue reading
This article was written for Metal Construction News, and originally appeared in their November 2024 issue. The issue can be viewed online here. In today’s fast-evolving architectural landscape, facades are more than just exterior finishes—they’re an essential part of a building’s identity, performance, and sustainability. Metal materials are leading the way in future trends for...Continue reading
Innovation has been a cornerstone of EXTECH’s approach. In 1996, the company took a significant step forward by being awarded a patent for an overlapping framing system for glazing elements. This advancement set a new benchmark for the performance of glazing in skylight and canopy systems, providing superior air and water resistance. At the time,...Continue reading
As EXTECH celebrates 50 years of innovation, we look back at key milestones, including the completion of our largest KINETICWALL to date. Installed in 2023 as an integral part of a four-level, 520,000-square-foot parking garage at a leading technology campus in Mountain View, California, this wind-activated façade exemplifies EXTECH’s dedication to sustainable and forward-thinking design....Continue reading
EXTECH’s 2016 patent for the FLEXI-PANEL™ system marked a breakthrough in architectural solutions for daylighting and solar heat control. The Flexi-Panel system was created to offer an innovative and cost-effective solution for managing excessive light and glare. With a unique, hinged cladding system, this technology can adjust to optimize light and temperature. Various polycarbonate cladding...Continue reading
In 1975, EXTECH—then known as Industrial Air & Light, Inc.—took on its first-ever job, a project with Armco Steel in Ambridge, PA, during Pittsburgh’s steel era. Armco Steel needed a sliding industrial window that didn’t exist. Instead of settling for an alternative, they turned to us to create something entirely new. With their support, we...Continue reading
Structural cellular polycarbonate (SCP) is a widely used architectural material that has gained popularity across the world since its creation. This lightweight, impact-resistant material has many benefits for architectural and industrial buildings. To capture the full benefits and longevity for which the material was designed, its thermal properties must be taken into account. A framing...Continue reading
EXTECH/Exterior Technologies, Inc. was formed in 1975 as a subsidiary of Voegele Company, a family owned and operated roofing business in Pittsburgh, PA. At its infancy, EXTECH was known as Industrial Air and Light, Inc. The company primarily made industrial windows, skylight systems, and products used in the contracting work done by parent company Voegele...Continue reading