Glass

The Danish window manufacturer Dovista has decided in favour of using ‘low-carbon glass’ from AGC Glass Europe in order to offer correspondingly more sustainable end products this year. Learn more why that matters here:

Eastman's PVB film ‘Saflex LiteCarbon Clear’ will in future be used as a safety film in AGC's sustainable ‘Low-Carbon Stratobel’ laminated safety glass. AGC Glass Europe has now announced this partnership with Eastman.

The NSG Group has announced that it will cease production on one of its two float glass lines in Gladbeck from January 2025. Here is what’s behind this decision.

The Swiss company Seen AG, in collaboration with the Bavarian Association for the Protection of Birds (LBV) and other nature and bird protection organisations, has developed an innovative product for retrofitting glass windows and facades to prevent bird collisions.

AGC Glass Europe and Rosi have announced a strategic partnership to promote a circular economy in the glass industry. This collaboration combines AGC's glass production expertise with Rosi's innovative recycling approach from the photovoltaic industry to establish sustainable and low-carbon production methods. Here are the details.

Planning for glasstec 2024 is well underway, with Director Lars Wismer sharing insights into the event’s key highlights, networking opportunities, emerging trends and innovations.

In the run-up to glasstec, vacuum glass manufacturer Fineo, a subsidiary of AGC, is announcing that new, larger formats of vacuum insulating glass will be available from 2025. Here you can find out which sizes will then be possible.

Şişecam has released its 2023 Sustainability Report, detailing its ongoing efforts as part of the 2030 CareforNext sustainability strategy, which outlines the company’s focus on sustainable growth.

Semco has significantly boosted its production capabilities with a new facility in Westerstede. This expansion enables the company to meet the growing demand for insulating glass while introducing innovative, eco-friendly technologies.

IFTS, part of Vetrotech Saint-Gobain, is a fire resistance laboratory that carries out tests in accordance with all current European and international test standards for building and marine applications. With the new 4 by 4 metre test furnace and a high-tech test environment, 90% of all tests and type tests can be carried out at IFTS.

Vitro Architectural Glass continues its long-standing partnership with the US National Aviary in Pittsburgh, supplying advanced glass solutions that enhance energy efficiency, aesthetics, and bird safety. This collaboration highlights Vitro's commitment to sustainability and education, as well as its deep roots in Western Pennsylvania.

A permanent exhibition in Rijeka, Croatia, on the history of the pharmacy include ten displays made with curved laminated glass. See here how three different Strato interlayers were put to good use in the installations.

Deltamax has announced a significant new European partnership with Polflam, known for their innovative fire-resistant glass solutions. Recently, Deltamax successfully conducted a test day of their product QPLUS at Predari Vetri Spa in Mantova, Italy.

Situated on the banks of the river, the European Forum on the Rhine exemplifies the strength of cross-border cooperation and cultural exchange. Designed by the Grossmann Group, this multifunctional building serves as a vibrant hub for a variety of activities, promoting unity between France and Germany.

Insulating glass is useful in a variety of applications. Which is the best type of IG unit comes down to what function the window or facade it is used in is intended to achieve. The following is a rundown of the major types:

Şişecam recently announced the resignation of Ahmet Kırman from his positions as Chairman and Executive Member of the Board of Directors, effective July 1, 2024.

This is a strong signal in the midst of the weak construction industry: AGC Interpane is investing across the Group in automation and new plant technology as well as in digitalisation and sustainable power generation. The focus is on seven locations in Germany, Austria, Slovakia and France. Here are the details.

The Kalifornia Malakoff project in France features low-CO2 Saint-Gobain Orae glass, reducing CO2 emissions by 40%, achieving zero carbon footprint with compensation efforts.

After several months of cold repairs, the Saint-Gobain plant in Porz fired up the furnace again at the end of May 2024. The first glass production is planned for the end of June.

Glass supplier Vitrealspecchi presents Fluido, a new, specially satinised glass with an elegant linear 3D structure. The special Madras satin finish enhances the embossed wave shape and - depending on the variant - creates a matt or opalescent surface. Here are the details.