Join Us

The Window & Glass Association NZ is a voluntary independent body promoting professional business and trade practices, and the ongoing development of a world-class industry. As a member of the Association you will be part of a business group committed to quality built outcomes through compliance with national legislation, and fostering knowledge and advocacy for best practice.   Want an application form – click here

Our members cite the following common reasons for joining:

To give customers reassurance of the standards we hold ourselves to.

To support the industry we work in.  To support the development of industry standards and best practice guides.

To drive the ongoing development of standards and practices.  There is no other group in NZ representing glaziers and fabricators.  There is no other Association speaking up on our behalf!

To be kept up to date – a trusted source of truth.  To have access to information and training

To acquire the tools to run our business.  Access to technical resource.

The opportunity to meet with others in the industry via committees, working groups, and forums, and have a say in our future.

Keeping up to date with legislation

A strong theme for existing members is that they recognise the Association’s support with standards interpretation and changes to New Zealand building legislation. We help members keep up to date with the latest compliance requirements for products and installation.

Growing business capability

Beyond the important legal and compliance side of your business, the Association also supports you as a business owner and manager. We also provide technical knowledge support.

  • Energy efficiency WEERS rating tool.
  • Annual awards programme with a national gala evening and awards event.
  • Email updates of industry news and events.
  • Company listing on our website business directory.
  • Development of Industry Codes of Practice
  • A website to inform and educate consumers.
  • Access to free HR advice
  • Access to a H&S programme designed for our industry (additional fee)
  • IGUMA (Insulated Glass Unit Manufacturers Association) get 25% off BRANZ testing
  • Get 10% of SiteSafe membership

What you need to know

Belonging to the Window & Glass Association signals a commitment to quality, compliance, and professional standards. Our application process ensures we can carry out the checks needed to maintain the integrity and value of membership for everyone.

This includes reviewing information about your business and, where relevant, confirming that the products and systems being sold comply with New Zealand codes and standards. These checks are not about restricting membership. They are about ensuring that membership remains meaningful, credible, and trusted across the industry.

Please complete the membership application form below by clicking on the membership application image to download the PDF. Applications must be nominated by an existing member and are approved by the Board, which meets quarterly. Applicants wishing to use the Association’s logo must also complete the Trade Mark Licence Agreement.

Become a member

Contact our CEO for more information – brett.francis@wganz.org.nz

Our members