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A Long and Exciting Ride

by Clint Childress | May 21, 2025 | Draper Updates, Solar Control & Window Shades | 1 Comment

One of the most satisfying and interesting things about working at Draper is the people you meet. And recently one of the most interesting I got to work with decided to call it a day after a long and successful career. Richard Wilson retired after 12 years with Draper...

The Power of Partnership: At the Heart of Draper Inc.

by Joseph Burke | May 14, 2025 | Architecture/Green Building | 0 Comments

At Draper Inc., partnership isn’t just a business buzzword — it’s a part of who we are. It shapes how we work, how we treat people, and how we grow. Over the years, we’ve learned that the best results come when we work together. Whether we’re teaming up with...

Potential Disaster Leads to Hallmark Moment

by Terry Coffey | May 7, 2025 | Draper Updates | 0 Comments

Imagine the scene. You’re at work. It’s been a busy day packing window shade orders for delivery. At some point, you look down at your left hand and realize with horror that the engagement ring is missing! That’s just what happened to Courtney Poindexter, who works in...

Do You Need Plants in Biophilic Architecture? Yes, But There’s More to it Than That.

by Terry Coffey | April 30, 2025 | Architecture/Green Building | 0 Comments

Biophilic design is often associated with buildings that include plants, water, and other natural features as part of the interior and exterior architecture. But biophilic design is more than adding some green plants and the sound of water. In an Arch Daily article...

Draper Improves Energy Efficiency and Sustainability

by Terry Coffey | April 23, 2025 | Architecture/Green Building, Draper Updates | 0 Comments

With the recent additions of a new building and a new automated powder coating line, Draper knew our carbon footprint and energy costs were bound to take a big hit. But our years of experience with Lean Manufacturing principles helped us take a positive approach to...

Technological Advances Lead to Updates in Image Standards

by Terry Coffey | Nov 16, 2022 | Audiovisual Mounts & Structures, Digital Signage, Pro AV Integration, Rental & Staging, Residential Technology, Screen Technology

Display technology has changed so much over the past decade that old image standards and practices have come obsolete. That’s why AVIXA, the pro AV and information communications trade association, has released a new standard for image system contrast ratio. Formerly...

Draper Announces Regional Sales Management Promotions

by Terry Coffey | Nov 2, 2022 | Architecture/Green Building, Draper Updates, Pro AV Integration, Residential Technology

Draper, Inc., a leading North American manufacturer of window shades, projection screens, AV mounts, and architectural gym equipment, has announced the promotion of two Regional Sales Managers. Current regional sales managers Chris Sitarov and Pat Herron have been...

How Draper Makes a Shade

by Terry Coffey | Oct 19, 2022 | Architecture/Green Building, Draper At Home, Residential Technology, Solar Control & Window Shades

Draper window shades have more than 120 years of innovation and experience behind them. But one question we are still frequently asked is, “How do you make a shade? And why does it matter?” We’ve recently completed a new video designed to take you through our entire...

New FlexStyle Wows the Crowd—It Will Do the Same for You!

by Terry Coffey | Oct 12, 2022 | Draper At Home, Home Theatre, Outdoor Living, Residential Technology, Screen Technology, Solar Control & Window Shades

There’s something for everyone in the all new FlexStyle line of motorized window shades from Draper At Home. Installers get an easily installed shade that takes less time on a project. Homeowners get a beautiful shade that enhances any interior design while providing...

Draper Announces Major Expansion in 2023

by Terry Coffey | Oct 5, 2022 | Draper Updates

In response to continued growth, Draper, Inc., has announced a major expansion that will add 25% to its manufacturing headquarters located in central Indiana. The 100,000 square foot addition will bring the total size of the facility to over 500,000 square feet. The...

Draper FlexShade ZIP Finalist for Three Architectural Awards

by Terry Coffey | Sep 28, 2022 | Architecture/Green Building, Draper Updates, Outdoor Living, Residential Technology, Solar Control & Window Shades

The wind tunnel-tested Draper FlexShade® ZIP is a key component in making a porch or patio more comfortable, creating backyard “rooms,” or stopping glare and solar heat gain before the sunlight gets to your windows. Now thanks to the capabilities, design, and...

With these Innovations You’ll Love Draper At Home Shades Even More!

by Terry Coffey | Sep 21, 2022 | Draper At Home, Outdoor Living, Solar Control & Window Shades

Draper is elevating window shade style and convenience with two innovative additions to the Draper At Home collection. FlexStyle™ is an all-new open roller motorized window shade system designed to meet the exacting standards of the most fashion-conscious homeowner....

Draper® Joins Forces with Mermet to Help a Veteran

by Terry Coffey | Sep 14, 2022 | Draper Updates

June 2011. United States Army Specialist Fidel B. was serving in Afghanistan as an Infantryman with the 1st Battalion, 24th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division. Fidel was injured in action by enemy forces, resulting in the loss of both legs and other...

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