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Associated Materials Innovations (AMI) is the manufacturing engine behind four leading exterior building product brands: Gentek US, ASCEND®, Alpine®, and Preservation®. Together, these brands represent our commitment to innovation, performance, and long‑term value for contractors, distributors, and homeowners.

AMI operates as part of Associated Materials, LLC, a North American leader in exterior building solutions and the parent company of Alside and Gentek Canada. As a unified manufacturing network, we combine deep industry expertise with advanced production capabilities to deliver products that meet the highest standards of quality and durability.

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Associated Materials Innovations Unveils Black Exterior Laminate for Vinyl Windows

CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio  –  Feb. 17, 2026 – Associated Materials Innovations (AMI) announced the launch of its Black Exterior Laminate option across many of its vinyl window offerings. The new ...
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HomeSphere and Associated Materials Innovations Partner to Support Residential Builders

DENVER, Colorado – Jan. 9, 2026- HomeSphere, the leading platform connecting building product manufacturers to highly profitable mid-market home builders, has announced a new strategic collaboration with Associated Materials Innovations ...
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Ascend® 12″ Board & Batten Composite Cladding Selected As A Good Housekeeping 2026 Home Reno Award Winner

CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio – Nov. 12, 2025 – Associated Materials Innovations (AMI) announced today that ASCEND 12" Board & Batten Composite Cladding was named a winner in Good Housekeeping’s 2026 ...
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Associated Materials Innovations Introduces High-Speed Automation and Super Spacer® in the Western US

CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio - November 11, 2025 – Associated Materials Innovations (AMI) announced the completion of a major overhaul to its Yuma, Arizona, window manufacturing facility that includes a 100,000-square-foot ...
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Spring Start, Pro Finish: Associated Material Innovations (AMI) Launches ASCEND® Composite Cladding Accessories

  CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio – June 24, 2025 – Associated Materials Innovations (AMI) is expanding its ASCEND® Composite Cladding line with a full suite of color-matched accessories engineered to help ...
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Associated Materials Realigns Businesses to Accelerate Growth and Enhance Operational Independence

CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio – Jan. 15, 2025 – Associated Materials, LLC, announced today that it will operate as three distinct businesses under the Associated Materials, LLC, umbrella—Associated Materials Innovations, Alside® ...
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Associated Materials Announces Hiring of Two Key Executives:

CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio - July 23, 2024 - Associated Materials, a leading building materials manufacturer and distributor, is excited to announce the appointment of Chad Lewis as Executive Vice President ...
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Associated Materials® Celebrates the Company’s Rich History, Which Began 75 Years Ago with the Founding of Alside

CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH, October 11, 2022– Since its inception in 1947, Alside® has been a leader in innovation and continues this very commitment to excellence – in people, products and ...
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SVPGLOBAL Completes Acquisition of Associated Materials

CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio, and GREENWICH, Connecticut, March 14, 2022 - Associated Materials (the “Company”) and SVPGLOBAL, a global investment firm with over $18 billion of assets under management, today jointly ...
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Associated Materials LLC Names James Drexinger as Chief Executive Officer

CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio, June 7, 2022 – Associated Materials LLC, a vertically integrated building products company that is a market leader in vinyl windows, vinyl cladding, and metal siding and ...
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Colors Transforming Home Design in 2026

Creating lasting, eye-catching curb appeal is a top priority for many homeowners. It’s the chance to make a statement, show your personality, and perhaps make some bold choices.

Choose What is Right for Your Home

Replacing your windows probably isn’t something you think about until pesky drafts, condensation, or broken locks make it necessary.  “What kind of windows do you want?” question suddenly pops up on your to-do list.

Tech Helps Turn Bids into Booked Work

AMI lives by AMplify—a commitment to help you strengthen your business every day, expressed in pro-first tools that put that philosophy to work from first bid to final walkthrough.

How AMI is planning for the road ahead

Jess Matisz, Vice President of Marketing speaks to Hardware + Building Supply Dealer about how Associated Materials is planning for the road ahead.

Fall Prep for Homeowners

AMI offers industry-leading solutions through Gentek® Building Products, ASCEND® Composite Cladding, Alpine Window Systems, and Preservation® Window Collection.

A Guide to Smarter Vinyl Siding

Vinyl siding doesn’t always get the hype it deserves. And when it does, it’s usually in the context of being “affordable” or “low maintenance”—true, yes, but also wildly underselling what vinyl can do.