Five generations of experience

Honoring Skilled Hands on National Tradesmen Day

Today we celebrate the highly skilled tradesmen and tradeswomen whose craftsmanship shapes the glass industry.

What is a glazier?
Glaziers install and shape glass and other fenestration components in everything from curtain walls and windows to skylights and interiors—bringing strength, safety, functionality, and aesthetics to our built environment. Their technical expertise and craftsmanship are essential to every project.

At GGI, we also honor the skilled tradespeople inside our own factory. From fabricating specialty glass to executing precise finishing details, their dedication and expertise are the foundation of our ability to deliver innovative glass solutions to customers across the country.

Why it matters for the future
Our industry needs more young people—men and women alike—to pursue this rewarding path. With hands-on learning, paid apprenticeships, and certification programs, glazing offers a future filled with creativity, stability, and craftsmanship.

Explore training opportunities:

National Glass Association – Become a Glazier: https://www.myglassclass.com/glaziers

MyGlassClass Apprenticeship: https://www.myglassclass.com/

IUPAT – Glazier & Glassworker Apprenticeship: https://www.iupat.org/trades/glazier-and-glassworker

On this National Tradesmen Day, we say thank you—to the glaziers in the field and the talented tradespeople in our factory—your craftsmanship powers the glass industry today and secures its future tomorrow.

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Celebrating Art, Innovation, and Glass at CODAsummit 2025

GGI is proud to sponsor the Artist Showcases at the 2025 CODAsummit, taking place September 24–26 in Washington, D.C. These dynamic sessions spotlight creativity, technology, and cultural storytelling in public art—offering a rare look at how ideas move from vision to reality.

As part of this inspiring lineup, Spencer Raymond of GGI will present on how glass plays a vital role in bringing the creative visions of artists to life through public art. From shaping light to enhancing scale and depth, glass is more than a material—it’s a storytelling medium.

For the third consecutive year, we’re honored to support an event that celebrates collaboration between artists, designers, and the architectural community. Register now! https://www.codaworx.com/codasummit

Celebrating our 125th year in business. Built on Legacy. Driven by Innovation.

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Construction Today: GGI Marks 125 Years of Industry-Leading Excellence

Construction Today recently featured GGI in a special anniversary profile, celebrating the company’s 125-year legacy as a family-owned leader in custom glass fabrication and glass distribution in North America. The article explores GGI’s journey from its early days in Manhattan’s Lower East Side to becoming a trusted partner for architects, designers, and contractors, driven by innovation, artistry, and craftsmanship.

BUILT ON LEGACY. DRIVEN BY INNOVATION.

Link to Article: https://www.generalglass.com/balik-family-shares-ggis-story-in-construction-today-feature/

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GGI celebrates 125 years of glass innovation at GlassBuild America 2025. Join us at Booth 10007 to explore the industry’s premier event for glass, window, and door professionals.

GGI is pleased to be a sponsor of GlassBuild 2025 in Orlando.

See live product demos, meet our experts, and celebrate our legacy of innovation. Don’t miss our 125th Anniversary toast to the past, present, and future of glass. Built on Legacy. Driven by Innovation.

Register as our guest using FREE guest code: ORL25

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