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NOVUS Glass Now Serving Richmond

NOVUS Glass of Richmond, Virginia, the newest addition to the NOVUS national network of auto glass service centers, is up and running offering both in-store and mobile auto glass services. NOVUS wrote in a news release that owners Avery and … Continue reading

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NOVUS Glass to Unveil ‘Groundbreaking’ Initiatives for 50-Year Anniversary

Minnesota-based NOVUS Glass is celebrating 50 years of service to the auto glass industry by rolling out several initiatives aimed at raising brand awareness and highlighting defining moments in the company’s history. Ted Andersen, vice president of operations USA, says … Continue reading

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Auto Glass Week™ Revs into Second Gear—Day Two

Auto Glass Week swung into full gear today, the second day of the annual industry conference taking place this week in person in Orlando, and offering a virtual component as well. A full day of conference educational sessions began with … Continue reading

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NOVUS® Glass Welcomes New Franchisee Andrew Kwang

Andrew Kwang has joined the NOVUS franchise network as the new owner of the NOVUS Glass franchise in the Greater Denver area of Colorado, formerly operated by Mike Brown. With more than 30 years of sales and marketing experience in … Continue reading

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Attention AGSC/NWRD Members: Attend AGW for your Continuing Education Units

To maintain the highest standards in automotive glass repair and replacement, auto glass technicians who are Auto Glass Safety Council (AGSC) members must receive a certification as well as recertification. Recertification applies to accredited technicians who have previously taken and … Continue reading

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What COVID Has Taught the Industry

The onset of COVID-19 quickly impacted the auto glass repair and replacement industry and businesses had to adapt to new safety regulations early on. Now some are saying they’ll keep some of last year’s lessons and changes throughout 2021. AGRR … Continue reading

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Auto Glass Safety Hearing Held in Maryland House of Delegates

Maryland’s House Environment and Transportation Committee meeting had an in-depth auto glass discussion as several industry members weighed in on HB 519, which would require those installing auto glass in the state to follow the AGRSS Standard. “House Bill 519 … Continue reading

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Novus Glass Takes Automotive Glass Franchise Top Ranking

Novus Glass has taken the number one ranking for Auto Glass Franchise in Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2021 Annual Franchise 500 listing. The company also came in fourth for automotive service franchise, and 140th for overall franchise. Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500 listing … Continue reading

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Industry Members Share Their Predictions for the Year

FY 2021 is in full swing and auto glass senior leadership and business owners have shared why they think this year is filled with optimism. “Forecasting for 2021 was quite difficult, but we were fortunate enough to open up a … Continue reading

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Industry Members Share Their Thoughts on The Vaccine

The coronavirus changed how people live and do business, and now as vaccines are becoming more available, the auto glass industry could find itself adapting yet again. A few auto glass members weigh in on the vaccine, and if they … Continue reading

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Learn How Auto Glass Companies Fared Through COVID-19 and Their Expectations for the Future

Auto Glass Week Preview Day held Tuesday January 12, gave attendees the opportunity to get a sneak peek of what to expect during the live show in June. During the event a COVID session dominated discussions, as a panel of … Continue reading

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Auto Glass Companies Left Picking Up the Pieces Following Hurricane Laura

Auto glass businesses in Lake Charles, La., along with many other areas were impacted by Hurricane Laura. The Category 4 storm swept through many of the Southern States causing structural damage to industry shops and homes, leaving several without power, … Continue reading

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Novus Glass Shares Update on Franchisees After Cyber Attack on Payroll

Last fall glassBYTEs reported on a cyber incident that disrupted payroll for certain Novus Glass (Novus) franchisees. Several things have changed since Novus initially responded to the incident, and glassBYTEs reached out to the auto glass company for an update. … Continue reading

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Novus Glass Responds To Payroll Issues Some of Its Franchisees Had

“We’ve offered all of the assistance on our part to try and resolve the situation. In addition to that we’ve already partnered with a new payroll company for the franchisees that is rolling out this week,” said Ted Andersen, Novus … Continue reading

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NOVUS® Glass Welcomes New Franchisees

NOVUS Glass welcomes new franchisees, Zach and Sarah Dowd. The Dowds are the new owners of the NOVUS Glass in Douglas County, Colo., formerly operated by Bill Gohl. “I like being able to help customers turn a negative into a … Continue reading

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Novus Glass Revamps Structure, Processes

Novus Glass is adapting its structure and processes in order to grow the brand. Continue reading

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