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A few days ago, Lisec held its annual School Day, giving around 140 students and pupils from the surrounding area of its Austrian headquarters the opportunity to get to know the company better. This included offerings that were both fun and informative.
There is a leadership change at GIMAV, the Association of Italian Manufacturers and Suppliers of Machinery and Equipment for Glass Processing, as well as the organizing body of the Vitrum trade show. Starting in June, Lucia Masutti will take over as General Director of both institutions. Here are the details..
Next Energy Technologies, a pioneer in organic photovoltaic (OPV) technology, has upgraded its production line to produce 1.0 by 1.5 metres (40 by 60 inches) laminated transparent windows employing the Next OPV coating and manufacturing process. These new units are the largest transparent OPV windows produced anywhere in the world. Find out more on this here.
Spacer manufacturer Swisspacer is setting the bar high in terms of sustainability. With electricity from renewable energies and optimised production, the carbon footprint of a 16 mm spacer is now less than 0.15 kg CO₂ equivalents per running metre - a reduction of almost 30% compared to the previous value. Find the details here.
Machine manufacturer Forel SpA is a globally respected pioneer in the development of vertical systems for the production of insulating glass and LSG, as well as for glass processing. GW News editor Malte Forstat spoke to Sales Manager Carlo Zuccarello about the company's goals during a visit to the Forel production site in Roncade (near Treviso). Below, we take a look at the production halls together.
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.
Eyrise has successfully implemented the Softsolution LineScanner, enhancing glass quality monitoring and operational efficiency at its liquid crystal glazing facility. Early results show promising improvements in productivity and reduced downtime. Read here for more details.
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.
The international Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has validated Glaston’s carbon dioxide emissions reduction targets for its operations and for its value chain. SBTi encourages companies to implement climate measures aligned with the Paris Agreement’s goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C.
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.
Immmes’ DTP + Dual Flow purification system, featuring a fully automatic filter press, delivers the highest water quality for glass processing, enhancing production efficiency and sustainability.
The US construction industry is set for significant growth in 2024, driven by sustainability and government subsidies. Swisspacer's new NJ distribution center positions European manufacturers for success in this evolving market.
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.
Jason Windows is one of Western Australia's major suppliers of windows, doors and security screens and pioneered the introduction of aluminium windows and doors in Western Australia. To this day, the company sets high standards when it comes to product design and the right service mentality.
As automation progresses, more and more robots are finding their way into the production halls of the flat glass industry. Robot technology is improving both process reliability and the quality of glass products.
AGC Group has announced that it has succeeded for the first time in a demonstration test to recycle cover glass for solar modules into float glass. With the success of this test, AGC expects that cover glass can be used to make float glass.
Over 30 years, Press Glass has grown from a single facility into a household name among flat glass suppliers. 15 international facilities spread across Poland, Croatia, Italy, the UK and the US produce quality interior and exterior glass for the commercial and residential market.
The AGC Interpane plant in Plattling, southern Germany, produces high-quality semi-finished glass products and insulating glass. The basis is coated glass up to 18 m x 3.21 m. These extra-long glass elements can be provided with various solar control layers or with iplus thermal insulation layers. With the latest IG line from Glaston, even XXL formats can be produced automatically.
NSG Group has announced that the decision to cease the production on a float line at the plant in Weiherhammer, Germany, a year ahead of a scheduled cold repair.
Since establishing their presence in the US through an acquisition, Poland-based glass fabricator Press Glass, also active in Europe and the UK, has continued its brisk growth. To support this, the company has recently invested in a Glaston ProL convection control upgrade at its plant in Ridgeway, Virginia.
Since November 2023, the ban on microplastics and products to which microplastics have been deliberately added has been in force in the EU. Find out what this has to do with glass transport and what options there are for complying with the new legislation here.
The Hegla Group is an international supplier of machine, automation and software solutions. We asked the company for an assessment of the current situation, recommendations for its customers, and what the production of the future will look like.
Located in Rostock in the north of Germany, caleoglas Nord GmbH is a part of the caleoglas Group and specialises in the manufacturing of quality insulating glass made in Germany.
The machine manufacturer Grenzebach is expanding its presence at the Indian site in Pune for the glass and building materials sector. Around 2 million euros are being invested there, with further investments planned. The company wants to send a clear signal for its commitment and growth in Asia.
