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Special-Lite Congratulates Second Group of Management Development Graduates

Posted on June 18, 2018 by Andrew Paschall

The Special-Lite executive team and ownership continue to demonstrate their interest in developing the staff. Just last month, the second group of employees graduated from our Management Development program. It represents a significant investment for the company and a significant commitment from candidates. The program lasts 14 months. Candidates, who represent a diversity of employee…Read More»

Thermal Barrier Exception

Posted on March 26, 2018 by Andrew Paschall

Thermal Barrier Exception The International Code Council (ICC) is responsible for the International Building Code (IBC). According to IBC section 2603, foam-filled building products, such as walls and doors, must use an approved thermal barrier between the foam and the interior of the building. But there are exceptions. When the door need not be fire…Read More»

Special-Lite Completes Move of Interior Products Operation to Benton Township Facility

Posted on July 27, 2017 by Andrew Paschall

Special-Lite, Inc., a manufacturer of high-performance products for the commercial entrance and architectural interior markets, announced in February the purchase of a 130,000 SF building located at 1394 Empire Avenue in Benton Township, Michigan. The building had not been occupied in over a year. Growth in Manufacturing Headquartered in Decatur, MI, Special-Lite’s growth in commercial…Read More»

Special-Lite Upcoming Trade Shows

Posted on July 9, 2017 by Andrew Paschall

Special-Lite participates in many trade shows throughout the year. Here are the trade shows we are looking forward to yet in 2017 (check back for updates): Jul 21 – 23: APPA/PCAPPA 2017 Annual Conference & Exhibition | San Francisco, CA APPA/PCAPPA/BayAPPA 2017 is the platform for discussion, information share, networking, and much more! Join over…Read More»

Special-Lite Investing in the Future: Management Development Program Graduates

Posted on June 23, 2017 by Andrew Paschall

About Special-Lite’s Management Development Program When Special-Lite put this management training program together, the objective was to give interested and motivated employees the opportunity to develop and improve their personal and management skills. While having trained employees would benefit Special-Lite in filling future leadership positions as we grow, it was also just as important to…Read More»

Article on Fiberglass Pultrusion Wins 2017 DHI Robert G. Ryan Award

Posted on June 6, 2017 by Andrew Paschall

Pultrusion Technology Delivers Performance Enhancement won Second Place in Technical Articles Special-Lite’s VP of Sales and Marketing, Roger Stempky won the 2nd place award in the Technical Article category of DHI’s 2017 Ryan Awards, for his article “Pultrusion Technology Delivers Performance Enhancement.” This article appeared in the November 2016 issue of Doors + Hardware Magazine. You can read about all the 2017…Read More»

Special-Lite Makes Significant Expansion of Florida and High-Velocity Hurricane Zone Approved Storm Products

Posted on June 5, 2017 by Andrew Paschall

DECATUR, MI– Special-Lite, Inc. announced today that they have completed testing and received approvals for an extensive group of commercial doors and building entry products for the most stringent Florida storm standards. Special-Lite’s products have been tested to the most stringent high-velocity hurricane standards (HVHZ) by the Florida Building Code and have been deemed to…Read More»

Special-Lite to Exhibit in Nashville for BOMA 2017

Posted on June 1, 2017 by Andrew Paschall

Join us in Nashville for BOMA 2017 We are excited to be exhibiting at the 2017 BOMA International Annual Expo in Nashville, TN on June 24 – 27. Widely recognized as commercial real estate’s premier annual trade event, the conference provides commercial property professionals with unparalleled learning and networking opportunities across three days on some…Read More»

Special-Lite Releases New Wood Grain All Fiberglass Door

Posted on May 30, 2017 by Andrew Paschall

Introducing the AF-219-1 All Fiberglass Composite Contemporary Wood Grain Door DECATUR, MI, May 26, 2017– Special-Lite, Inc. introduced a new door model to their All Fiberglass Composite Door series, adding the warm look of a wood door. Special-Lite will manufacture the new AF-219-1 Contemporary Wood Grain Composite Door in their Marshall, Arkansas facility. It features…Read More»

Special-Lite Names Ken Bowditch as Vice President of Engineering

Posted on May 10, 2017 by Andrew Paschall

“…I am confident in Ken’s ability to lead us forward and drive these current and future initiatives.” –Henry L. Upjohn II, CEO DECATUR, MI, May 8, 2017– Special-Lite, Inc. announced today that Ken Bowditch will assume the position of Vice President of Engineering. Special-Lite’s Board of Directors approved this promotion on April 20th, 2017.…Read More»

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