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Simonton Windows Eyes Consumer Trends for 2012
Posted: 06 Feb 2012 05:03 PM PST
COLUMBUS, OHIO - When the calendar flipped over to 2012, the team at Simonton Windows® didn't rest. Instead they remained focused on homeowner trends to deliver what consumers want in 2012.
"We will continue our ongoing consumer-driven product innovations to provide windows that are attractive and energy efficient to meet homeowner needs," says Mark Savan, president and COO of Simonton Windows.
Savan says there is an overall homeowner trend currently underway, in which the company says people are "creating a haven for a home." The pattern involves baby boomers moving from larger homes to smaller, more manageable homes. In those homes they're eager to add in comfort features, like low-maintenance, energy-efficient windows and doors.
A second pattern involves homeowners who previously settled in suburban areas now deciding to move into more urban areas. "These people are looking for greater access to the arts, hospitals and an overall city environment," says Savan. "These resettling homeowners may seek out new windows in their homes for differing reasons, such as sound control, security and energy efficiency."
High Demands for Highly Efficient Windows
Following the federal tax credit incentives offered during the past several years, homeowners have become more educated on energy efficiency benefits and features of windows and doors. "Consumers have become highly educated on ENERGY STAR® qualified products and believe in the value of these products," says Savan.
"At Simonton, we've seen specific consumer requests for ENERGY STAR qualified windows and doors grow consistently this decade. These energy-efficient products make up a strong percent of sales for Simonton and we anticipate consumers will continue asking for them for many years to come."
Homeowners Embrace Vinyl Windows
In addition to increasing their demands for energy efficient windows, Savan believes consumers have elevated their expectations and appreciation of vinyl windows during the past several years. "Along with energy efficiency, consumers want both low maintenance and beauty out of their windows," says Savan. "We're answering that demand with the DecorumTM by Simonton options which offer aesthetic appeal and easy long-term maintenance features."
The Decorum by Simonton product line features attractive exterior color options of Brick, Chocolate, Bronze, Cream, Driftwood, Pine and Tan. On the interior, woodgrain choices of authentic Antique Cherry, Maple and Contemporary Oak are available. And, for homeowners who wish to match up their interior window hardware with lighting fixtures, appliances and other household items, custom metal finish options include Brushed Nickel, Oil-rubbed Bronze, Polished Brass, Dark Bronze, White, Driftwood and Tan.
Savan believes that overall for 2011, Simonton's exceptional high ranking in the J.D. Power and Associates studies reflect both the contractor's and the homeowner's appreciation for the company's value proposition.
"For more than 65 years our company has been dedicated to creating a high-quality, customized product to fit the needs of the individual homeowner," says Savan. "We do that with a high level of service and with the most dependable lead times in the industry. These are the same core values that our company will rely on in 2012 and beyond."
Simonton Windows produces ENERGY STAR® qualified replacement and new construction windows and doors, including a line of impact-resistant products. Simonton ranked "Highest in Customer Satisfaction with Windows and Doors, Two Years in a Row" in the J.D. Power and Associates 2010-2011 Windows and Patio Doors Satisfaction Studies SM.
Simonton was also ranked #1 in quality in the 2009, 2007, 2002 and 1998 Brand Use Studies sponsored by Builder magazine and has won three Best In Class Awards administered by LBM Journal Research Institute.
Founded in 1946, Simonton's hallmark has been to deliver the industry's shortest, most dependable lead-times. Part of Fortune Brand Home & Security (NYSE: FBHS), Simonton delivers award-recognized products nationwide to key markets throughout the 48 continental United States. Simonton is a founding sponsor of The Weather Museum and a supporter of Homes for Our Troops. For information, call (800) SIMONTON (1-800-746-6686) or visit
www.simonton.com .
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Simonton Windows received the highest numerical score among window and door manufacturers in the proprietary J.D. Power and Associates 2010-2011 Windows and Patio Doors Satisfaction StudiesSM. 2011 study based on responses from 2,605 consumers measuring 11 brands and measures opinions of consumers who purchased new windows or patio doors in the previous 12 months. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of consumers surveyed in March-April 2011. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com.
ENERGY STAR is a government program that helps consumers protect the environment through superior energy efficiency and is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Energy and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Simonton Windows® Accepting 2012 Scholarship Applications
Posted: 06 Feb 2012 05:38 PM PST
COLUMBUS, OHIO - The application process is now open for dependent children of employees of Simonton Windows facilities nationwide (including SimEx in W. Va.) to apply for 2012 scholarships for post-high school educational support. Recipients of scholarships will be determined based on financial need, academic achievement, and leadership abilities and activities.
"Since the launch of this program in 2005, Simonton Windows Scholarships have been distributed to 56 students," says Terry Craig, vice president of human resources at Simonton Windows. "The awards distributed during the past six years total $110,125 and we're exceptionally proud to help the children of our employees further their education with these scholarships."
Eligible applicants include those dependents of Simonton employees who have graduated or will be graduating from high school (or the equivalent) and desire to attend a college, university, technical or trade school, vocational school or business school. Additionally, students who are currently enrolled in undergraduate studies may apply.
"A wonderful aspect of this scholarship program is that dependents of Simonton employees may reapply for scholarships throughout their entire time of post-high school studies," says Craig. "This means that if a student previously applied and did not receive a scholarship, or if they received a scholarship in the past and still need financial assistance, they can continue to reapply for consideration each year."
Scholarship awards typically range from $1,500 to $2,500 per person and recipients are chosen by an independent advisory committee. There is no "cap" on the number of recipients each year. Selection of scholarship award recipients is completely dependent on the quality of the applicants. Representatives of Simonton Windows do not participate in the selection process.
The Simonton Windows Scholarship is managed by Our Community's Foundation (the Parkersburg Area Community Foundation and Regional Affiliates). Those dependents of Simonton employees interested in applying for the 2012 scholarship opportunity must go to
www.pacfwv.com . On the left side of the screen, click on "Find Scholarships" and then click on "Applications and Forms" to locate the "Simonton Windows Scholarship." All guidelines should be followed carefully in the submission process. Deadline for submitting applications is March 7, 2012. Questions can be addressed to info@pacfwv.com or 1-866-428-4328.
Simonton Windows produces ENERGY STAR® qualified replacement and new construction windows and doors, including a line of impact-resistant products. Simonton ranked "Highest in Customer Satisfaction with Windows and Doors, Two Years in a Row" in the J.D. Power and Associates 2010-2011 Windows and Patio Doors Satisfaction Studies SM.
Simonton was also ranked #1 in quality in the 2009, 2007, 2002 and 1998 Brand Use Studies sponsored by Builder magazine and has won three Best In Class Awards administered by LBM Journal Research Institute.
Founded in 1946, Simonton's hallmark has been to deliver the industry's shortest, most dependable lead-times. Part of Fortune Brand Home & Security (NYSE: FBHS), Simonton delivers award-recognized products nationwide to key markets throughout the 48 continental United States. Simonton is a founding sponsor of The Weather Museum and a supporter of Homes for Our Troops. For information, call (800) SIMONTON (1-800-746-6686) or visit
www.simonton.com .
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PHOTOGRAPHY: Media members may visit "media.simonton.com" (use password "media") for access to hundreds of high resolution images.
SIMONTON ON-LINE NEWS ROOM:
http://news.simonton.com/
Simonton Windows received the highest numerical score among window and door manufacturers in the proprietary J.D. Power and Associates 2010-2011 Windows and Patio Doors Satisfaction StudiesSM. 2011 study based on responses from 2,605 consumers measuring 11 brands and measures opinions of consumers who purchased new windows or patio doors in the previous 12 months. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of consumers surveyed in March-April 2011. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com.
ENERGY STAR is a government program that helps consumers protect the environment through superior energy efficiency and is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Energy and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
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