Experts from Dow Corning, a leading provider of silicone adhesive and sealant technologies in the construction industry, will discuss new solutions for window and door manufactures in an hour-long web seminar at 3 p.m. (British Summer Time), Tuesday, June 28, 2005. This event is part of Dow Corning’s "Smart Innovation" series and will be sponsored by Glass Age publication.

The seminar, "New Technologies and Solutions for Window and Door Manufacturers," is part of Dow Corning’s "Smart Innovation" series. It will be presented by Jean-Paul Hautekeer, global segment leader, Insulating Glass & Windows, Construction Industry, and Doug Houtman, marketing manager for original equipment manufacturing markets.

Topics to be discussed include innovative adhesive technologies and their benefits, new window production technologies, ideas to create a more efficient manufacturing process, advantages of silicone sealants, and global industry trends, challenges, and needs.

"The industry is changing quickly and it’s important for manufacturers to take advantage of the most innovative technologies available," said Hautekeer.

Participants must have an Internet connection and a separate phone line. To register, visit https://dowcorning1.webex.com and click on the Event Center tab and then the Enroll button.

Dow Corning (www.dowcorning.com) provides performance-enhancing solutions to serve the diverse needs of more than 25,000 customers worldwide. A global leader in silicon-based technology and innovation, offering more than 7,000 products and services, Dow Corning is equally owned by The Dow Chemical Company and Corning Incorporated. More than half of Dow Corning’s sales are outside the United States.