March 20, 2015 | Window & Door’s annual Top 100 Manufacturers list is designed to give dealers a snapshot of the major players on the manufacturing side of the industry. Our goal is not to provide everything you would ever want to know about these 100 companies, but to give a jumping-off point for your own research. As it has been since its inception, the list is organized by sales volume. Many companies provide the information, while others are placed based on our research. However, it’s not just about the numbers. Much time and research is devoted to digging into the products and processes that ultimately generate those figures. We asked manufacturers about any recent product launches from the past year, as well as those on the horizon for 2015. And, new to this year’s coverage, we wanted to provide dealers with an idea of the training and support programs available to help bolster their business. While not all companies were able to provide such specifics by press time, the many cited examples may give you some insight on what you can expect, or at least inquire, of your partners and potential partners.

We also wanted to mine other valuable resources from these big names in the industry. We asked for secrets to success— advice, tips and tidbits that can help take business to the next level. Look for these nuggets throughout the following pages. All of these elements combine to create what we hope is a good tool for you to use in your day-to-day search for the right products for your customers. Editor’s Note: Is there anything missing from this list that you want to know about the industry’s top manufacturers? Product Lines/Brand Names: Andersen Windows and Doors, Silver Line by Andersen, Renewal by Andersen, American Craftsman by Andersen Recent Introductions: The Architectural Collection brings together the company’s A-Series product line with the E-Series, formerly sold under the Eagle Window & Door name; Renewal by Andersen direct-to-consumer replacement windows Planned Launches for 2015: Andersen will expand its production capacity for the 100 Series product line at the company’s flagship Bayport, Minnesota plant Product Lines/Brand Names: Fiberglass entry doors and composite frames, and fiberglass patio door systems under Plastpro, Neuma Doors brands Product Lines/Brand Names: Wood, vinyl, and aluminum windows and patio doors;

wood, steel and composite entry doors; interior doors and molded facings; millwork products under Jeld- Wen, Craftmaster brands Product Lines/Brand Names: Steel, wood, fiberglass, and composite entry and patio doors; sliding garage doors gold coastinterior doors, French doors and bi-fold doors Product Lines/Brand Names: Wood, vinyl and fiberglass window, patio door and entry door products; home depot door hinges costarchitectural windows, curtain wall, storefronts and entrances Product Lines/Brand Names: Velux Skylights, roof windows, Sun Tunnel skylights and accessories including blinds and remote control units Recent Introductions: Laminated Clean Quiet & Safe glass, intelligent touch remote control units, next generation residential Sun Tunnel skylights, Velux SunCurve commercial skylights Planned Launches for 2015: GXU roof access windows, GCU center-pivot roof windows, instant light shaft kitsdoor locked on whirlpool duet

, accessory installation adaptor kits Dealer Training/Support Programs: Installation training and certification, national advertising and editorial (PR) support, print and digital sales support, social media and video resources support, extensive lead generation activities and other tools to assist dealers in their sales and installation activities Product Lines/Brand Names: Vinyl windows and doors for the residential new construction, replacement and impact markets; lambo door kits bmw e30commercial windows, doors, curtain wall and entrances, including blast and impact products under YKK AP America brand   $500 MILLION TO $1 BILLION Fortune Brands Home & Security* Product Lines/Brand Names: Fiberglass and steel entry doors and patio doors; vinyl windows and patio doors; synthetic trim and millwork components under Therma-Tru Doors and Fypon brands Product Lines/Brand Names: Wood, clad-wood and fiberglass windows and doors;

brands include Marvin Windows & Doors, Integrity Windows & Doors, and Infinity Replacement Windows Product Lines/Brand Names: Vinyl, wood, wood-composite, aluminum, aluminum-clad and vinyl-clad windows and patio doors under brands including Ply Gem Windows, Great Lakes Window and Ply Gem CanadaMany homeowners, fed up with their drafty, hard-to-open-and-close aluminum sliding doors, want to upgrade to something more elegant, functional and energy-efficient. Milgard fiberglass and vinyl hinged doors match the beauty and profile of traditional wood French doors — with none of the maintenance headaches. They ward off wind and rain, year after year, without peeling, swelling, expanding, cracking or warping. They’re impervious to cold, heat, insects and corrosion. What's more, because of their insulating frames and high-efficiency glass, they help keep your home comfortable as well. And in situations where a hinged door is not feasible, MILGARD sliding French doors provide the same great look but don’t take up floor space.

Return to the top ↑ We also install Pella wood French doors (both hinged and sliding) for homeowners who demand authenticity. Exterior aluminum cladding, available in a wide range of colors, solves the problem of weatherability. And these products are available with designer between-the-glass shade options that eliminate the need for cumbersome vertical blinds or shutters. Pella makes the most energy-efficient wood door in the industry, so you can slash your energy bills while enhancing your home’s looks. A Remodeling magazine study has shown THERMA-TRU is the most preferred entry door in the home-improvement industry. THERMA-TRU fiberglass entry doors, available in styles ranging from colonial to rustic to contemporary, give your home curb appeal, boost its perceived market value, and cut down on your energy costs. Patented AccuGrain™ technology ensures that THERMA-TRU fiberglass doors are indistinguishable from real wood doors. So you get the beautiful look of mahogany, fir or oak with the durability only fiberglass can provide.

Click here to read more about more benefits of THERMA-TRU fiberglass doors. For purists, we also offer wood entry doors, made by PELLA and WOODGRAIN. Available in a wide range of species, these products offer the design flexibility needed to perfectly match your home’s architectural style. Wood provides natural warmth, a rich appearance and an inviting welcome to visitors. And our doors are engineered with panels, styles and rails specifically designed to withstand exposure to the elements. ECO ADVANTAGE® doors are manufactured locally using steel made in the U.S. They’re treated with a durable powder-coat finish available in over 200 colors. Every door is personally hand-crafted by a highly skilled Phoenix artisan and is guaranteed to fit your opening. This means that it will not only protect against intruders, but also keep out insects. The company offers over 150 designs, from Contemporary to Southwestern to Old World, so picking the right security door for your home is easy.