Challenge
The Rochester Area School District, located in Rochester, Pennsylvania, was looking to replace all old, outdated and damaged mini-blind window treatments. As many schools have experienced, years of use in a school setting often result in blind cord and slat damage, a mix of functioning and non-functioning blinds, and an unsightly aesthetic. A new solution was sought-a solution designed to easily control sunlight streaming into classrooms, increase energy efficiency, protect blind cords and slats from damage, and keep students safe from harm.
Solution
In 2020, Wintech Window Systems reached out to ODL Blinds + Glass with their customer's needs. Wintech, a new partner to ODL, purchased and installed over 1,000 ODL 7 /8" Tilt insulated glass (IG) units with Cardinal 272 Low-E glass and Vitro Solar Gray Outboard Lite. ODL's 7 /8" Tilt IG platform is designed to easily open, close, and tilt blinds while keeping the blind in the lowered position for a uniform and cohesive look inside the classroom. At the same time, Cardinal 272 Low-E Glass reduces solar heat gain and UV rays in the summer while reflecting heat into the room in winter.
ODL Blinds + Glass was honored to be a part of this project as we strive to positively impact the communities we serve while supporting our valued window partners.
