C.R. Laurence (CRL), a supplier of architectural glazing systems and hardware, is expanding its presence in the US Midwest with new locations in Cincinnati, Ohio, and St. Louis, Missouri. Both branches have been operating for several months, with official grand opening events scheduled for October 14 and 15, 2026, respectively.
The new facilities are designed to bring products, inventory and technical expertise closer to customers, while strengthening the company’s regional service capabilities. Each location features a will-call center, multiple shipping and receiving docks, product showrooms, and dedicated areas for customer consultations, training and collaboration.
Customers at both branches have access to selected stocked products from CRL, Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope (OBE) and U.S. Aluminum, bringing several product portfolios together through a more integrated local supply network.
According to Eric Kowalewski, CRL’s chief commercial officer, the expansion reflects the company’s commitment to improving customer service and combining CRL and OBE capabilities into a more comprehensive supply partner. 
The openings form part of CRL’s broader investment in local distribution, product availability and customer support for the architectural glass, glazing and building-envelope industries.
Source: USGlassMag with additional information added by Glass Balkan
