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Contact Us In the U.S.A:
27 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 365
Chicago, IL
60606-2800
In Canada:
1500 Bank Street, Suite 300
Ottawa, ON
K1H 1B8
Telephone: (613) 233-1510
Fax: (613) 482-9436
Email: abeck@igmaonline.org
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IGMA was incorporated as a not-for profit organization in the state of Illinois on October 2, 2000 as a result of a merger between the Insulating Glass Manufacturers Association of Canada (IGMAC) and the Sealed Insulating Glass Manufacturers Association (SIGMA).
IGMA is an ISO 9000 registered organization and we offer product certification for insulating glass units, education to the industry, we develop technical publications and guidelines for the manufacture of insulating glass units and engage in leading edge research to advance new technologies in the manufacture of insulating glass units.
Our membership is comprised of certified Insulating Glass Manufacturers, their suppliers and associates plus window manufacturers, representatives from the architectural community, energy efficiency lobbies, code officials, and other parties interested in the design and long-term performance of insulating glass units.
Mission Statement:The purpose of the Insulating Glass Manufacturers Alliance is to lead in establishing and advancing insulating glass manufacturing technologies and quality process providing value to our industry and enhancing member opportunities for growth and success.
Strategic Initiative StatementsTo following key strategic initiatives are established in support of our Mission:
1. Standards:Establish and support harmonized standards for insulating glass units nationally and internationally to include:
a. Working closely with other associations, standards’ bodies and governments to establish standards, support standards, and promote the use of certified IG units and
b. Establish other voluntary performance "standards"? (ratings, recommendations, guidelines etc.)
2. Certification:Work towards certification of all insulating glass units used in commercial and residential applications in North America.
3. Technology:To provide educational seminars, technical publications (manual, bulletins, reports) and industry updates of insulating glass issues and future insulating glass opportunities.
4. Communication:Continually analyze the information needs of the IGMA membership and the insulating glass industry. Develop and implement plans to meet those needs. Develop and maintain strategic alliances with other affiliated organizations and groups.
5. Research:Analyze current insulating glass manufacturing technologies and undertake leading edge research to improve current practices through the development of new test methodologies and protocols.
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