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One World Trade Center with Viracon Glass Named a 2015 Best Tall Building

Friday, July 24, 2015

OWATONNA, MN… The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) recently announced its 2015 Best Tall Building winners, which includes One World Trade Center – the iconic building with a Viracon glass exterior. Now, not only does One World Trade Center stand as the tallest building in the nation, it also achieves recognition for its leading effects on the environment, people, community, and economics.

Collaborative Life Sciences Building - Portland, OR

Viracon Contributes to Two of the Top Ten Projects for 2015 Awarded by the AIA Committee on the Environment

Friday, June 19, 2015

OWATONNA, MN… The AIA’s Committee on the Environment has announced its Top Ten Projects for 2015 – two of which were constructed with Viracon glass products. The Collaborative Life Sciences Building for OHSU, PSU & OSU and the New Orleans BioInnovation Center both were Top Ten Winners.

Viracon Updates Revit® Files to Make Designing with Glass Easier, More Efficient, and More Accurate than Ever

Tuesday, June 02, 2015

OWATONNA, MN…Architects, designers, and contractors can now download Viracon’s updated glass product files for the Autodesk® Revit® building design software. Viracon is pleased to announce its updates, along with a new video that showcases the benefits of utilizing the updated files as a component in the glass selection and specification process.

Viracon updated a total of 55 glass product files – its most popular high-performing glass types - to further support the design process. The updated files are compatible with the most current version of Revit.

Annette Panning Named Director of Marketing for Viracon

Thursday, May 07, 2015

OWATONNA, MN – Viracon, the nation’s leading single-source architectural glass fabricator, has appointed Annette Panning as its new Director of Marketing.

Panning comes to Viracon with director-level experience leading global marketing, marketing communications, and brand initiatives. In addition, she has a unique breadth of experience across product development management and international marketing management practices. She has worked for companies such as PENTAIR, Graco Inc., and Andersen Corporation.

Viracon President Kelly Schuller (left) with Viracon's 2015 Employee of the Year, Yao Baba (right)

Viracon Announces Profit Sharing for Fiscal Year 2015

Strong 2015 Performance Pays off for Viracon Employees

Thursday, April 23, 2015

For More Information: Jim Wendorff, Vice President of Human Resources, Viracon - Phone: 507-444-3225

OWATONNA, MN…Viracon, the nation’s leading single-source architectural glass fabricator, announces its employee profit sharing payouts for Fiscal Year 2015, ending March 31, 2015. The total amount paid for a base share was $2,012 – among the top ten highest payouts in Viracon history.

Viracon Names Two New Architectural Sales Representatives for Southeast and Midwest Regions

Tuesday, March 31, 2015

OWATONNA, MN…Viracon announces the placement of Thomas Cater and Tyler Firme as its two newest architectural sales representatives.

Viracon Releases ViraconGlass Web App

App Retains All Functionality and Features of iOS Version

Tuesday, November 11, 2014

OWATONNA, MN… Four months after being unveiled at the AIA National Convention in Chicago, the ViraconGlass iPad app is now available as a web app on the Viracon website. Architects and designers can use the app on their personal computers or any operating system, thanks to its browser-based functionality.

To use the ViraconGlass web app, visit: http://www.viracon.com/page/viraconglass-visualizer.

Viracon Adds Iconic Façade to Revamped Ottawa Convention Centre

Geodesic Glass Shell Gives Centre-Goers Panoramic View of Downtown Ottawa

Wednesday, October 08, 2014

OWATONNA, MN…The Ottawa Convention Centre in downtown Ottawa, ON, Canada has been outfitted with a 100-ft. rounded façade, featuring Viracon glass. The facility offers patrons the ability to experience a modern, environmentally friendly setting.

The convention centre features 192,000 square feet of usable space that is divided into four levels. The features of the usable space include 28 maximum-configuration meeting rooms, a theatre hall, a banquet hall, a kitchen studio, and a ballroom.

Viracon’s St. George, UT Facility To Reopen in January 2015

Increased Product Demand Calls for Capital Improvements and Upgrades

Thursday, September 11, 2014

OWATONNA, MN – Viracon, the nation’s leading single-source architectural glass fabricator, will reopen its St. George, UT manufacturing facility in January 2015.

Viracon Project Wins Honorable Mention in 2014 Vanceva® World of Color Awards™ Competition

Colorful Glass Interlayer Lights up Marian University Center for Health Sciences

Wednesday, August 13, 2014

OWATONNA, MN…The Marian University Michael A. Evans Center for Health Sciences in Indianapolis, IN has won an honorable mention in the Vanceva® World of Color Awards™ Competition. Vanceva selected the project for its innovative use of colorful interlayers with Viracon glass.

Viracon Façade Adorns Cleveland Convention Center and Global Center for Health Innovation

Offers Spectacular Views and Unique Exterior

Wednesday, July 16, 2014

OWATONNA, MN…Cleveland’s new Convention Center and Global Center for Health Innovation is a striking addition to the cityscape, highlighted by a Viracon glass façade. The facility provides function and innovation for city dwellers in this distinguished venue with space for both business and healthcare services.

Built in the center of downtown Cleveland just off the shores of Lake Erie, the Cleveland Convention Center and Global Center for Health Innovation consists of two adjacent buildings complete with meeting spaces, exhibition halls, and a ballroom.

Viracon Launches ViraconGlass iPad App

Next-Generation Planning Tool ‘Takes Guesswork Out of Glass’

Thursday, July 10, 2014

OWATONNA, MN… Architects and designers can now download the ViraconGlass iPad app from the App Store to visualize their glass selections. ViraconGlass was unveiled at the AIA National Convention in Chicago, June 26‒28.

To download the app, visit the iOS App Store using an iPad or iPad Mini and search for “Viracon.”