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Satinal has announced its participation at GlassBuild America 2026, the international cornerstone for the American glass industry. A fantastic opportunity to connect with visitors, share their latest innovations.
Registration is now open for the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Insulating Glass (IG) Fabricators Workshop, which will be held October 27-29 at the Intertek testing facility in Fridley, MN.
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A review of EU import bans on flat glass products from Russia and Belarus
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Services developing positively in weak market environment, relative profitability holding up
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The SANCO Group is continuing its expansion across Europe. With WOLF Fenster AG in South Tyrol, Italy, the alliance welcomes a long-established, highly innovative new partner.
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Specification will include enamel application standards on all types of glass for quality assessment.
Expanding capabilities for larger glass and demanding coatings
Glaston Corporation will publish its Half-year financial report for the period January 1–June 30, 2026 on Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at around 8.30 a.m. Finnish time.
An advanced autoclave-free lamination for PVB, SGP, and EVA interlayers, delivering flawless optical quality with superior operational efficiency.