National Glass Association
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The National Glass Association is the largest trade association
for the auto glass, architectural glass
, and window
and door
markets. The NGA was founded in 1948, and currently has close to 3,000 member companies. This international association represents the interests of companies worldwide.
The NGA's Mission:
The NGA publishes Glass Magazine and Window & Door and organizes GlassBuild America: The Glass, Window, and Door Expo.
Trade association
A trade association, also known as an industry trade group, business association or sector association, is an organization founded and funded by businesses that operate in a specific industry...
for the auto glass, architectural glass
Architectural glass
Architectural glass is glass that is used as a building material. It is most typically used as transparent glazing material in the building envelope, including windows in the external walls. Glass is also used for internal partitions and as an architectural feature...
, and window
Window
A window is a transparent or translucent opening in a wall or door that allows the passage of light and, if not closed or sealed, air and sound. Windows are usually glazed or covered in some other transparent or translucent material like float glass. Windows are held in place by frames, which...
and door
Door
A door is a movable structure used to open and close off an entrance, typically consisting of a panel that swings on hinges or that slides or rotates inside of a space....
markets. The NGA was founded in 1948, and currently has close to 3,000 member companies. This international association represents the interests of companies worldwide.
The NGA's Mission:
"To provide information and educationEducationEducation in its broadest, general sense is the means through which the aims and habits of a group of people lives on from one generation to the next. Generally, it occurs through any experience that has a formative effect on the way one thinks, feels, or acts...
, as well as promote quality workmanship, ethics, and safety in the architectural, automotive and window and door glass industries. NGA acts as a clearinghouse for industry information, a catalyst in education and training matters, and a powerful voice on behalf of our members."
The NGA publishes Glass Magazine and Window & Door and organizes GlassBuild America: The Glass, Window, and Door Expo.