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Lisec / Litros

Schraml products now available under Lisec’s Litros brand

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The Lisec Group has just announced that the products of Schraml Glastechnik GmbH will from now on be marketed under the Litros brand. To find out more about what will change and what will remain the same, read here.

The new TLR 12 C PC from Lattuada.
Vitrum 2025

Fit for the future with grinding machines from Adelio Lattuada

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At Vitrum 2025, Adelio Lattuada will be presenting exciting new products from September 16 to 19, 2025, with which the Italian grinding machine specialist aims to set new standards. Find out here what you can see at the Lattuada stand.

This cutting system can also process ultra-thin glass.
Vitrum 2025

Hegla: Thin glass and la dolce vita

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When Vitrum 2025 opens its doors in Milan/Rho from September 16 to 19, Hegla will also be there as an exhibitor. We asked Hegla Managing Director Bernhard Hötger what his company will be presenting.

Carlos Ramos, owner of Cristalerías Ramos, with his daughter Silvia Ramos in front of the new systron proHD.
Ramos Industria del Vidrio

Why Spanish full-range supplier Ramos relies on machines by systron

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With over 40 years of experience, Ramos Industria del Vidrio is now one of Spain's leading glass finishers. With the new 5025proHD + WM from systron, the glass specialist has now been able to significantly expand its technological capabilities. How? Find out in the following article.

Egypt

Lisec: Combining cutting-edge software with traditional Egyptian glass techniques

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Decorative Glass reinterprets an ancient artistic-cultural heritage with modern materials to create individually designed products. Arab Union Glass is a leading player in the flat glass processing industry, producing top-notch IG units. Together they supply architects with complete solutions. And Lisec machines & software solutions supports them to realize their vision.

Forel

New sorting system for finished insulating glass units

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At Vitrum 2025, Forel will present new vertical systems for the production of insulating glass, glass edge processing, and systems for automated logistics processes. Among other things, the focus will be on a new sorting system for finished insulating glass units.

Italy

Vitrum 2025: Focus on topics of the future

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From September 16 to 19, 153 international exhibitors will present new machines, systems, and supplier products for the flat glass industry at Vitrum 2025. Many new glass products will also be on display. The trade fair will be complemented by a comprehensive supporting program.

Compact news from Germany, Austria ans Switzerland 

Letter from Germany – Industry Highlights

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Dear readers, here updates and highlights in compact form from the facade, sunshade and glass industries in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland (we call it the DACH region). Enjoy.

CEO Gottfried Brunbauer opens the Lisec Technology Days.
Lisec Technology Days 2025

A glimpse at the future of glass processing

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The Lisec Technology Days 2025 took place in Bad Arolsen on June 25 and 26. Around 60 trade visitors from Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the Netherlands, and Belgium took the opportunity to exchange ideas and information on trends, automation solutions, and forward-looking technologies for flat glass processing.

Lisec Laser Solutions

Cericom goes Lisec: LDP-A – Laser Drilling Processing

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Cericom GmbH will no longer manufacture laser machines or offer services. Instead, Lisec Laser Solutions will act as the laser competence centre within the Lisec Group. Three solutions are on offer, two of which we have already presented. The third and final part: LDP-A – Laser Drilling Processing

Lisec Laser Solutions

Cericom goes Lisec: LMS-A – Laser Marking System

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Cericom GmbH will no longer manufacture laser machines or offer services. Instead, Lisec Laser Solutions will act as the laser competence centre within the Lisec Group. Three solutions are on offer, one of which we have already presented. Part two: LMS-A – Laser Marking System.

LSG

Lisec’s first line for laminated safety glass in Bulgaria

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Bulgarian manufacturer Baros Vision has made a name for itself as a specialist in glass railing systems within just a few years. To enable even more flexible and independent production, the company has now invested in its own laminated glass line from Lisec – the first of its kind in Bulgaria.

Lisec Laser Solutions

Cericom goes Lisec: LSP-A – Laser Surface Processing

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Cericom GmbH will no longer manufacture laser machines or offer services. Instead, Lisec Laser Solutions will act as the laser competence center within the Lisec Group. Three solutions are on offer, which will be presented over the next couple of weeks. Part one: LSP-A – Laser Surface Processing.

Glass processing

Lisec launches new brand for glass processing machinery: Litros

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The Lisec Group recently presented its new Litros brand, which facilitates entry into industrial glass processing and IGU production with a well-thought-out portfolio. Being part of the Lisec Group, Litros can fall back on decades of expertise in the sheet glass industry. The new brand will be available in many key markets around the world.

North America

Lisec expands support in Mexico with new sales and service contact

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Lisec strengthens its presence in Mexico with new sales and customer service representatives, Eduardo Cortes and Enrique Lopez, ensuring closer customer connections and enhanced on-the-ground support. This reflects Lisec's commitment to cutting-edge glass processing solutions tailored to local needs.

The current trend in AI

glasstec: Glass industry meets AI – and the glazier trade?

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly being used in manufacturing by major flat glass producers with a view to optimising processes, reducing energy consumption and CO2 emissions and securing competitiveness long term. But are AI applications also already of relevance to glass processors and the glazier trade? Read more here.

COO Florian Temper (left) and a machine operator in front of the Jumbo proHD.
XXL glass processing

vandaglas Eckelt: Specialty glass for the wider world

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From London to Tokyo, jumbo glass panels from vandaglas Eckelt GmbH can now be found in very special construction projects all over the world. Find out why the glass finishing company from Steyr (Austria) relies on systron's plant technology for its custom-made glass panels.

USA

Western States Glass and Lisec: Longevity, Quality and Efficiency

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Founded in 1990 and located in Los Angeles, California, Western States Glass has grown to become one of the big players in the glass industry of California. In 2020, a new owner took over the company and continued the tradition of excellence as well as the long-term partnership with Lisec.

New management team of Lisec UK & Ireland Ltd: Georg Mair and Brett Bedford.
UK and Ireland

Lisec: Brett Bedford becomes new managing director for the British Isles

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Lisec recently announced that Brett Bedford has become the new head of Lisec UK & Ireland Limited, sharing the responsibility with longtime managing director Georg “Bobby” Mair. Mr Bedford’s professional experience gives him a strong foundation to lead Lisec UK & Ireland.

Video

Lisec: The new fully automatic production line of Vitrochaves in Portugal

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Vitrochaves, one of the leading glass processing companies on the Iberian Peninsula, has successfully implemented a new, fully automatic LiSEC system comprising a glass storage, glass cutting, and insulating glass line. In this video, Managing Director Joaquim Chaves shares insights into the project and the advancements in the new production hall.

Sustainability

Lisec scores EcoVadis bronze sustainability medal

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Lisec announces that the company has received the bronze medal from EcoVadis for outstanding sustainability performance. This award is a milestone on the road to greater sustainability and underlines Lisec’s commitment to the environment, labour and human rights, ethics and sustainable procurement.

Finstral and Lisec

Partnership for sustainable and reliable window production

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Finstral is a family business from South Tyrol with over 50 years of history which can be said to be a pioneer in window construction. With around 1,650 employees and 14 sites –including ten in Italy and four in Germany – Finstral covers the entire value chain of window construction. The company has been using Lisec products since 1980 and has continuously expanded its Lisec machinery.

glasstec 2024

CEO Talk with Bottero

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In an exclusive video interview with GW-News, Paolo Alberto Sardano, General Manager of the Flat Glass Division & Bottero Glass Industry, provides exciting insights into the latest innovations that Bottero will be presenting at glasstec as well as the company's strategic direction. The CEO Talk is a new format for GW-News.

Alfred Thiele and Franz Schachner (right).
systron & Thiele Glas

What is behind the LOOP system at Thiele Glas?

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The systron LOOP system enables precise, automated processing of glass plates in changing shapes and sizes. The system was jointly developed by the mechanical engineering company systron and Thiele Glas. Here are the details.

glasstec 2024

Glaston to present new solutions for optimised glass processing

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At glasstec 2024, Glaston will showcase ways to enhance glass processing efficiency without sacrificing quality. The company will highlight its ability to tailor solutions to individual business goals, helping manufacturers achieve higher productivity and operational excellence.