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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...

Did You Know? Draper Breaks the Mold

by Terry Coffey | Jul 18, 2022 | Did You Know?, Draper At Home, Draper Updates, Solar Control & Window Shades

Since launching our Draper@Home collection last year, we’ve had the opportunity to meet a lot of new people. Typically, we find an outdated idea of what it means to be a U.S. manufacturer based in a small midwestern town. In this week’s “Did you know?”, let’s discuss...

Get Great Ideas From Our Newest Shade Project Profiles!

by Terry Coffey | Jul 13, 2022 | Architecture/Green Building, Outdoor Living, Solar Control & Window Shades

Window shades provide the comfort and style you’re looking for, both inside and outside your home, business, or public space. For proof you need look no further than our online collection of project profiles. These case studies are bound to give you some great ideas...

Why Choose Draper@Home?

by Terry Coffey | Jul 6, 2022 | Draper At Home, Residential Technology, Solar Control & Window Shades

Motorized window shades are a beautiful way to add comfort and style to your favorite place: home. But there are several choices of shade manufacturer out there. How do you decide which one is best for you? Here are some key considerations, and how Draper At Home...

Did You Know? Level Up Your U.S. Flag Display with Draper

by Terry Coffey | Jul 4, 2022 | Did You Know?, Gym Equipment

This time of year—around Flag Day and Independence Day—the U.S. flag gets even more attention than usual. It plays a significant role in sparkling celebrations and tributes from coast to coast. But did you know you could make every presentation of the flag special...

CEDIA Continuing Education Credits from Draper

by Terry Coffey | Jun 29, 2022 | Draper At Home, Draper Updates, Residential Technology, Screen Technology

Continuing education is important for integrators in the residential market. Not only does it keep you up to date on the latest trends and technologies, but it can also give you an edge over competitors. Draper offers three courses to help you earn CEDIA continuing...

Did You Know? Window Shades Can Help Increase Productivity

by Terry Coffey | Jun 27, 2022 | Architecture/Green Building, Did You Know?, Solar Control & Window Shades

The human body needs natural light to create enzymes and proteins for a healthy life. Without enough natural light, our circadian system gets out of sync and can no longer properly regulate sleep, alertness, and concentration. We become less productive. But too much...

Draper Announces Upgrades to UL Listed Scissor Lifts

by Terry Coffey | Jun 22, 2022 | Pro AV Integration, Projector Lifts

Draper has upgraded our Scissor Lift SL and SLX projector lifts to accommodate larger, brighter video projectors. Draper Scissor Lifts are now UL Listed to provide power for projectors up to 12 amps. Draper will also offer 240V UL Listed lifts for domestic use. “We’re...

#ICYMI #InfoComm22

by Terry Coffey | Jun 15, 2022 | Audiovisual Mounts & Structures, Digital Signage, Draper At Home, Draper Updates, External Videos, Pro AV Integration, Projector Lifts, Residential Technology, Screen Technology, Solar Control & Window Shades

The world’s greatest AV was on display last week at #InfoComm22 in Las Vegas. While attendance was well up over the 2021 edition, at less than 20,000 it is still less than half of its pre-pandemic peak. With that in mind we’ve gathered some videos and photos from...

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