Seaway Dealer, D & S Glass Helps the local YWCA to “Go Green”

Pictured above are Casey Fitzpatrick and Bob Fellows, window technicians, Mike LaTone, Jr., partner at D and S Glass, Katie Smith, Executive Director of YWCA Westfield, Loreen Ginnitti, YWCA past board president and donor, and Jana Goodrich, President of Seaway Manufacturing, all part of the new window project at the YWCA Westfield.  A donation from Ms. Ginnitti and special considerations from D and S Glass and Seaway Manufacturing allowed the YWCA to install 44 Seaway windows throughout the oldest section of the house.  “We are so pleased to be part of this project” said Jana Goodrich, “Your Seaway windows are extremely energy efficient, custom built to fit the building, and exceed necessary safety requirements.  The character and appearance of your building has been preserved, while allowing for comfort and ease of operation.”

Seaway windows are no ordinary replacement windows. Their exquisite, contoured exterior design emulates the beauty of traditional wood windows without the care and maintenance. Seaway windows combine high performance, security, and energy efficiency features, as well as highly coveted custom design options which result in distinctive windows, reduced energy bills, increased peace-of-mind, and excellent return on investment.

“This donation from Ms. Ginnitti has made it possible for the YWCA to continue our energy conservation measures,” according to Executive Director Katie Smith.  “We have partnered with COI and upgraded our overhead lights. Kings Heating has worked with us to set up programmable thermostats, and now Laurie has made it possible for energy efficient Seaway windows to be installed.”  Ms. Smith continued, “We have had an energy audit completed and according to their calculations, our energy conservation measures have the potential of saving $400 annually!  This gift from Laurie will continue to save money for the YWCA year after year.  We are very grateful for the time, energy and support she provides the YWCA.”

In 2011, Seaway launched Windows of Hope, its internal effort to help raise money for the Kanzius Cancer Research Foundation. We have chosen to stand in solidarity with the millions across the country, and those right here in our own community, who have chosen to support this cutting-edge, non-invasive cancer treatment research.

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Seaway Manufacturing was featured on the cover and in an article in the March 2010 issue of Door & Window Manufacturer Magazine. Click the link below to view a PDF version of the magazine. The article begins on page 38. You can check out DWM online at www.dwmmag.com.

Click here to view the March 2010 Issue of DWM. Article begins on page 38!

Although the two versions differ on several details, both the House and Senate versions of the Home Star Bill both have provisions for rebates to homeowners who retrofit, renovate and insulate their homes. These incentives are targeted toward windows, doors, and skylights. There are two levels of incentives:

• Silver Star: Provides for rebates of up to $1500 per improvement, capped at a total of $3,000 or 50% of the total project cost. Qualifying projects and rebates include:
  • A window replacement project that replaces at least 8 exterior windows or skylights, or 75% of the exterior windows in a home qualifies (whichever is less)
  • Windows must be NFRC certified and meet same .30 u value / .30 SHGC requirements as with the federal tax credit to qualify
  • Skylights and replacement doors also qualify if they meet 2010 Energy Star criteria (one door or one skylight must be replaced to qualify)
  • Doors would receive rebates of $125 per door with a maximum of 2 doors.
  • Storm windows must adhere to the following criteria:
    • Installed on at least 5 single glazed windows that do not have storm windows
    • Limited to installation in a home listed on or eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places
    • Rebates of $50 per storm window are available
• Gold Star: Consumers must conduct a comprehensive energy audit and implement measures for whole-house reductions in energy use
  • Up to $3,000 for a demonstrated energy savings of 20%, plus an additional $1,000 for each additional 5% energy savings, capped at $8,000 or 50% of the project cost
  • Energy savings is to be documented with an approved whole home simulation software program

The current Energy Tax Credit will expire December 31, 2010. If the Home Star Bill passes, homeowners will have another incentive opportunity to improve their home with energy efficient windows and doors.

For more information about NFRC ratings and the Energy Star program, feel free to browse the Seaway website and learn how you can start saving money with energy efficient windows and doors from Seaway!

Evaluating A Window’s Performance

Your choice in new windows not only affects the architectural look of your home but has a major impact on your energy usage and comfort. Evaluating the performance of a window can be very complicated. Fortunately, Seaway has a simplified approach to assure that you receive the right high quality, high performance window for you:

• Thermal Performance of the ENTIRE Window
• Thermal Performance of the Glass

Purchase any of the following:

• Seaway’s Encore or Ovation vinyl replacement windows with our InsulGlaze 450, 700, or 1000 high performance glass packages
• Seaway’s Encore Sliding Patio Door with SP30 (ordered after June 8, 2009)
• Seaway’s Accolade with the SP30 glass package
• Seaway’s Prima Vista Sliding Patio Door with High Performance Low E, Argon gas, and a premium warm edge spacer

and you will be eligible to qualify for up to $1,500 in Energy Tax Credits!

Tax Credits are far more beneficial than tax deductions. Tax credits are the same as cash and reduce the amount of taxes you owe at the end of the year by the face value of the tax credit.

Click here to visit the Efficient Windows Collaborative Web site and see which Seaway products qualify for the Energy Tax Credit!

Summary of the Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

• The tax credits that were previously effective for 2009 are extended through 2010 as well.
• The tax credit has been raised from 10% to 30% of the total cost of qualifying improvements.
• The maximum credit has been raised from $200-$500 to $1,500 for the two years (2009-2010).
• The $200 cap on windows has been removed.
• The tax credit applies only to the product costs. No labor or installation costs can be included.
• Windows must have a U-value of <=.30 AND a solar heat gain co-efficient (SHGC) of <=.30.

Seaway’s Encore and Ovation windows with InsulGlaze 450, 700, or 1000, as well as Seaway’s Accolade windows and Encore Patio Door with the SP30 glass package, and Seaway’s Prima Vista Patio Door with high performance Low E, argon gas, and premium warm edge spacer, meet or exceed the tax credit qualification requirements for the Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 with U factors <=0.30 and SHGC <=0.30.

How do I take advantage of the tax credits now?

1. Purchase Seaway’s Encore or Ovation vinyl replacement windows with our InsulGlaze 450, 700, or 1000 high performance glass packages, Seaway’s Accolade with the SP30 glass package, Seaway’s Encore Patio Door with SP30, or Prima Vista Patio Door with high performance Low E, argon gas, and premium warm edge spacer.
2. Have them installed from January 1, 2009 to December 31, 2010 by an authorized Seaway dealer.
3. Take advantage of the energy tax credit when filing for your taxes. Please consult your tax advisor for specifics on eligibility and claiming the Energy Tax Credit.
4. Print and save the Manaufacturer’s Certification Statement-choose your product from the links on the left side of this page
5. Save the NFRC sticker from one of your installed Seaway windows as proof of your windows’ eligibility for the tax credit.
6. Enjoy additional savings on your energy bills and a quick return on your investment with energy efficient Seaway vinyl replacement windows!

See how each line of Seaway’s vinyl replacement windows and patio doors can earn you up to $1,500!

• Encore
• Ovation
• Accolade

WoodEssence will give you all the aesthetics and elegance of authentic wood windows, without the maintenance hassles.

By popular demand, Seaway now offers WoodEssence, our Stainable / Paintable custom design option for Encore windows. This woodgrain laminate option gives you the opportunity to further customize your windows to suit your individual tastes, by allowing you to either stain or paint the interior of your window to coordinate with your home’s décor.

Click Here to explore the multiitude of additional Custom Design Options Seaway offers!

Plant Manager Paul Gleichsner, Secretary Chu, and Congresswoman Dahlkemper
The Secretary and Congresswoman arrived at approximately 9:45 a.m., first had a private meeting with Seaway’s President, Jana Goodrich; CEO, Michael Goodrich; several key management personnel, and Seaway’s retail division, Seaway Window’s, managing partners; to discuss Seaway’s energy efficient and tax credit compliant product offering. They then took part in a tour of Seaway’s manufacturing plant to view production. At the conclusion of the tour, both the Congresswoman and the Secretary made comments to the media and the Seaway family of employees.

Seaway President, Jana Goodrich, directed her comments to the Secretary and the Congresswoman, “It is a credit to your efforts and this administration that has so aggressively pursued making energy efficient home improvements more desirable and affordable for more Americans. We truly appreciate your interest in our company and our products, and the current administration’s efforts to promote energy efficient products through tax incentives and rebates. It’s good for the industry, good for the country, and the tax incentives and rebates help us to provide more jobs and to ensure job security for our employees and their families.”

Congresswoman Dahlkemper spoke about the benefit of the Energy Tax Credit for windows in the Reinvestment and Recovery Act of 2009. “Thanks to the Recovery Act, homeowners can save as much as $1,500 in tax credits for energy improvements—a major savings for families. With quality, energy efficient products made right here in Erie, homeowners in our region can save money and support local businesses at the same time,” said Rep. Dahlkemper. “Western Pennsylvania boasts an innovative and hardworking manufacturing base; our region is poised to be a leader in new energy technologies.”

Secretary Chu also spoke of the benefits of the tax credits for windows, as well as other energy saving investments we can make in our homes. According to Secretary Chu, these tax credits have helped businesses like Seaway survive these difficult economic times and the goal of the incentives and rebates is to “take the pain out of energy efficient home improvements.” The Department of Energy and the current administration are promoting new technologies to help save energy and create jobs.

The Secretary and Congresswoman chose to visit Seaway because of Seaway’s reputation for building high quality, energy efficient windows and doors that comply with the Energy Tax Credit. They were very interested in Seaway as a family owned and family oriented business for over 50 years, and discussed how Seaway competed successfully against the much larger and more nationally visible window manufacturers. Seaway employees cited the strong marketing support and education they provide to their customers, and their pride in the products they manufacture, paying conscientious attention to detail in order to ensure superior craftsmanship, unsurpassed customer service, and cutting-edge, energy efficient products as the keys to their success.

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Goodrich’s change in title more accurately reflects her roles of oversight and guidance in all daily operations as well as her leadership in the formulation of policy and strategy at Seaway.

Seaway’s former President and CEO, Michael Goodrich, will remain active in Seaway’s strategy formulation and planning, as well. His position will now be Chairman and CEO. “Our Seaway team is gearing up for a successful 2010, and we’re off to a great start already. I wish to acknowledge Jana Goodrich for her significant contribution and dedication to the continual improvement of Seaway… Please join me in congratulating her as she leads Seaway into the future,” said Michael Goodrich.

Prior to serving as the vice president of Seaway Manufacturing, Jana Goodrich earned numerous honors in each of her professional ventures. Ms. Goodrich worked for two Fortune 500 companies, as a territory marketing representative for Xerox, and as a systems engineer for IBM. She left IBM to raise a family and complete her graduate education. In 1994, she founded and served as President of Executive Education Services, a management consulting firm, for many years. Shortly after completing her MBA, Ms. Goodrich accepted a full-time position as a college professor at Penn State Erie, the Behrend College, teaching management and marketing. During her tenure at Penn State Behrend, she also directed several key initiatives in the Sam & Irene Black School of Business, including programs that were recognized at both national and international conferences. Throughout her career, Ms. Goodrich has served on the boards of directors of several civic groups and service organizations.