Lead Caming

June 25, 2019

We recently visited the factory floor and shot a short video of our factory workers applying lead caming to simulate window muntins (grids).

These S1400 Series offset fixed windows simulate operable hung windows. They will be installed at the University of Michigan Student Union building. The lead caming and the sash lugs complete the desired replicated look the architect was looking for on the project.

Click here to watch the video.

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Little Movement for ABI in May

Following a 2.7 point uptick in April, the ABI decreased by just 0.3 points, moving from 50.5 to 50.2 for the month of May. Despite the lower number, any score above 50 indicates …

Lucy G. Moses Award is Proof of a Dream Come True

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Lucy G. Moses Award is Proof of a Dream Come True

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Dodge Momentum Index Drops in May

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Commercial Planning Down, Institutional Planning Up

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Edison Village Update

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Edison Village, the ambitious adaptive re-use project, is filling up with occupants. Graham has been proud to contribute nearly 2,500 custom S6800 series windows to accommodate the historic requirements and the large sizes. We initially wrote about the project last …