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Friday, May 27, 2011

Check Out Our Series 650 Glass Railing System


Our Series 650 Glass Railing System is a fascia mount design featuring quality aluminum construction in pretreated, clear anodized or powder coat paint finish.  It utilizes 3/8" tempered glass with a frit band at the slab to conceal all connection details, and is assembled in-house for fast and easy field installation.  Click here for details


Friday, May 20, 2011

Custom Components Company Supplies Railings For Care First


Custom Components Company recently completed a project to supply custom glass railing and stainless steel hand rail for Care First - Blue Cross/Blue Shield Insurance in Cumberland, MD for their new two story office building.  The architect for the project was VOA Associates and the general contractor was Carl Belt, Inc.  The client was looking for something that was simple and functional, yet elegant.  Custom Components worked closely with the design, construction and installation teams to achieve those goals.

We supplied our Series 700 glass balustrade railing with custom stainless steel hand rail, utilizing 1/2" clear tempered glass.  The design features custom stainless steel glass clips for the glass returns at the top of the stairs.  The base shoe was wrapped in architectural wood.  Glass Services of Cumberland did an excellent job on the installation.

Tuesday, May 17, 2011

RACO Is Gone. We Have Frames & Doors!


The AL Tech™ division of Custom Components Company is fully prepared and positioned to supply the needs of the marketplace created by the closing of RACO Interior Products.  We offer the building and design professional an extensive line of high quality standard and custom aluminum frames, doors and office fronts.  Click here for a larger version of the above announcement


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Monday, May 16, 2011

Answer To Friday's Quiz

Answer to Friday's quiz question:  Why was the White House painted white?  Answer:  To cover scars after a fire.

Friday, May 13, 2011

Tuesday, May 10, 2011

Performance Management vs Performance Leadership

Performance management and performance leadership are two different things.  Is one more important than the other?  Find out here:

Tuesday, May 3, 2011

Custom Components Company Announces New Project Award - Stella Apartments - Marina Del Rey, CA


Custom Components Company announces the award of a new project in Marina Del Rey, CA, Stella luxury apartments.  The new $110 million mixed-use housing project, developed by Merlone Geier Partners and GLJ Partners, has two planned mid-rises, consisting of 244 luxury apartment homes above 9,000 sq. ft. of retail space and two levels of parking. In compliance with Los Angeles’ green building ordinance, the project will be LEED certified for its incorporation of sustainable materials, healthier interior finishes and energy efficient construction techniques – an eco-friendly first for Marina Del Rey.  Averaging approximately 975 sq. ft., the apartments will feature refined finishes, sleek modern appliances and exceptional high-end amenities akin to a condominium, creating an engaging resort-like environment.

Stella’s project team includes Santa Barbara based architectural firm DesignARC and Arroyo Interior Design.  The general contractor is GLJ Builders, the in-house construction company of GLJ Partners.  Completion of the project is targeted for the fall of 2012.

Custom Components Company is furnishing and installing fascia and surface mount balcony glass railing and podium level glass windscreens.