2011 Marvin Tour Descriptions
Marvin/Integrity Dealer
This tour puts equal emphasis on the Marvin and Integrity lines and includes quoting and
pricing training.
Marvin 101 Tour
This seminar covers the basics of Marvin and Integrity products. Participants receive factory
tours as well as training on quoting and pricing; 4-day class typically runs Monday through
Thursday. This class is designed for distributors
and dealers and has a sales emphasis.
Commercial Advanced
A specialized 3 day fenestration offering that deals with advanced commercial window and
door subject matter. This program covers commercial products, accessories and
applications. Attendees must have completed (Commercial) Marvin 101.
Ripley Door Plant Tour
This 1 day training in Ripley, Tennessee covers the complete line of Marvin Door products.
This tour is a mix of factory and classroom time. Note: this tour generally leaves on
Saturday for a Monday tour.
Marvin Advanced
Advanced window and door topics are presented by leading industry representatives, such
as Cardinal Glass, Valspar, and Sapa. So that a participant's specific needs may be
addressed, participants have the opportunity to select some of their classes from several
options. This event includes training on the Marvin Design System, as well as window
installation and troubleshooting, a competitive overview, a Q&A session with Marvin Product
Planning, and a factory tour highlighting recent manufacturing changes. Marvin 101 is a
prerequisite for Advanced Training. It is strongly recommended that participants have at
least one year of experience in the fenestration industry prior to attending Advanced
Training.
Remodeler’s Summit
This is a 2 or 3 day tour for principals of remodeling companies during which you will have
the opportunity to tour the plant, review product and installation information, and exchange
ideas. Discussions will also include how to grow your business from a highly respected and
credentialed moderator.
Remodeler’s Tour
This 2 day tour is geared for individuals that work for remodeling companies. You will have
the opportunity to go on a plant tour, have in-depth product sessions, and installation
training.
VIP tour
This 2 day tour is specifically for the owners and/or senior management from accounts OR a
tour to help the dealer sell a big residential or commercial project. The later trip may be for
representatives of the dealer and/or principal of a contracting firm or property owner.
Custom Tour
This tour is for architects, builders, dealer representatives, or client groups in which a
customized tour will be developed to meet your needs and interests. Marvin’s Tours and
Training would put together a tour highlighting what you need to focus on. This type of tour
is typically scheduled for 2 or 3 days depending on the group and the focus.
Architectural Tour
This tour is geared toward architects and highlights Marvin and Integrity products, as well
Marvin Signature Products and Services for residential and commercial applications. Oneday or 1 1/2-day tours are available. Early or late arrival/departures are available.
Architects that desire AIA credits will receive five credits for the factory tour. Additionally
two credits can be obtained if a Cardinal Glass Tour is requested or two or four credits if a
Minneapolis walking architectural tour is requested. The Cardinal or Minneapolis
Architectural tours must be in conjunction with the Marvin Architectural Warroad Tour.
Note: Cardinal and Walking Architectural Tours will require a longer stay. For more
information, please contact the Marvin Windows and Doors travel coordinator.
Builder Tours
This tour addresses the needs that builders face and explains how Marvin and Integrity
products meet these needs. Tours are a mix of factory and classroom time and are typically
a 1.5 days long.