Association of Millwork Distributors AMD is proud of having some of the industry’s most respected professionals comprise our Executive Committee and Board of Directors. They are dedicated to strengthening the Millwork Industry and providing important resources for our members.
AMD provides excellent avenues for you to share ideas and valuable expertise with your fellow members in the Millwork Industry. You can get involved, stay current, and create lasting relationships by participating in all the opportunities available to you. Take advantage of your access to powerful educational opportunities. As a member, you have your fingertips on valuable knowledge about current topics, trends, industry standards & codes, and business fundamentals to help you develop and implement meaningful, need-based skills.
Externally, AMD is known and promoted as a leader in the Millwork Industry. Internally, AMD positions distributors, manufacturers, and manufacturer representatives as the Association’s focal point. As a member, we encourage you to take full advantage of these benefits to help improve and promote your business. Our purpose is to serve you as a member. An important part of that service is to work on your behalf in Washington, D.C. AMD leverages its affiliation with the National Association of Wholesale-Distributors (NAW) and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to promote our members’ position in the marketplace.

Association of Millwork Distributors
serving the window, door, and millwork industries




Windows and Window Frames
Approximately 15 hours of instruction can be completed over three months. Passing of one exam is required to receive an electronic certificate of completion.

Understanding window terminology and specifications is important for the proper selection and maintenance of window units. This module provides an overview of common window types, their operation, construction, materials, and issues regarding manufacture, distribution, and installation. Windows, window units, and window frames are covered. Students learn the terms used to describe windows, the parts of windows, how windows are constructed, and their application, storage, and selection criteria.

These shorter modules include sections from the Millwork Home Study Course. Designed for those who want to focus on a subset of the material or who find it difficult to commit to several months of study for the complete Millwork course.

While 3 months are provided, each of the Millwork Series modules can easily be completed within 10 to 15 hours of study-at a two day seminar or within just one weekend! Each module comes complete with a soft cover book containing one or two chapters from the Millwork Principles and Practices textbook, a lesson study guide, and a CD.The CD contains an introductory video clip, interactive presentations, a glossary for the lesson,crossword puzzle, and a computer graded practice quiz. An online exam is provided to receive a certificate of completion.

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to…

  • Recognize the basic profiles or patterns of common mouldings and
    their application.
  • Identify the primary types of windows and how each operates.
  • Identify and name the parts of a window frame.
  • Identify and name the parts of a window sash.
  • Identify and present the features of weather stripping and its advantages on windows.
  • Identify the types of trim used on windows.
  • Presen tthe advantages of storm sash and their application.
  • Define the primary criteria used for selecting the proper sash and window unit.
  • Define the primary functions of windows.
  • Define the difference between single, double, and triple pane window units.
  • Present glazing options and the various types of glazing used in window units.
  • Understand the NFRC ratings, the contents of the NFRC label, and its importance.
  • Given the size of a window, calculate the size of trim needed.
  • Identify the industry standards that apply to windows and what
    each standard covers.
Members: $ 75.00 • Non-members: $ 90.00

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