Case Study
Improve window performance and productivity with Dow Corning® brand Instant Glaze Assembly Sealant
Challenge A Thermo-Tech ® window is much more than a frame and a few pieces of glass. Each window is a complex fusion of highly technical components and raw materials. At the same time, most of the questions consumers ask their contractors and builders are more straightforward – “Will it start to leak in five years?” or “What impact will it have on my heating bill?” Jeff Hochstein, the plant manager at Thermo-Tech’s facility in central Minnesota, understands the relationship between these simple questions and the technology behind each Thermo-Tech window better than most. “We are always looking for new solutions to better address issues like water and air infiltration,” he explained. “In doing so, we often consult with our leading material suppliers, like Dow Corning, for recomme