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Robert Schmitz of the Federal Association of Glazier Guilds explains how the glazier trade is tackling climate protection, digitalisation and skills development – and working with industry to drive progress at glasstec.
Glass can be molten indefinitely without losing quality – a property that makes it a key material for circularity. But the distance to cover towards a genuine circular economy varies by glass segment.
Young innovative companies can benefit from attractive funding conditions at glasstec through the BMWE Grant Scheme.
GIMAV strengthens its partnership with Messe Düsseldorf to further enhance Glasstec as a leading international platform for the European glass industry.
Thomas Claude Sauer, Managing Director of EXXOSQEL and glasstec 2024 speaker, explains how a novel surface treatment “heals” micro-cracks at a molecular level — a breakthrough for lightweight design and glass industry decarbonization.
Apply now for the START-UP ZONE or the BMWE YOUNG INNOVATORS joint stand
Innovation meets opportunity. The Start-Up Zone at glasstec puts emerging glass technologies on a global stage.
Tobias Rist of Fraunhofer IWM explains how an innovative laser process enables precise glass shaping, new structures and improved load-bearing performance for architecture and industry.
A smart solution for lighter, slimmer, and more efficient insulated glass units.
Be part of the world's leading trade fair for the glass industry from 20 to 23 October 2026.
Forel introduces a new manufacturing solution for Triple Thin IGUs with Flexible Spacer, combining advanced automation, precision, and efficiency for next-generation insulating glass production.
In construction, automotive and interior design, there are multiple applications and often they require solutions that are both lightweight and durable, with flawless finishing.
HEGLA will showcase its latest Thin Glass Cutting System, Galactic-TG, at Booth #16048 during GlassBuild America.
Now online: the new video dedicated to the manufacturing of triple glazed units with thin inner glass using the Forel High Tech line with TA thermoplastic spacer applicator.
A head start through networking and innovation: glasstec in Düsseldorf has been the world’s leading trade fair for the international glass industry for decades.
With glasspex INDIA and glasspro INDIA, one of the world’s most dynamic glass markets is opening its doors to innovation, investment and networking.
Balancing daylight and design with bird safety is a growing challenge in modern architecture.
HEGLA showcases smart glass solutions at Vitrum 2025 in Milan.
On 1 September 2025, Daniel Feische will move to the Occupational Safety & Health and Glass Technologies portfolios as the Director and will be fully responsible as of 1 December.
The cutting of thin glass is extremely demanding! That’s why HEGLA has designed a Galactic float glass cutting system specially for the needs of thin glass.
At this year’s Glass Performance Days (GPD) 2025, held in Tampere, Finland, Folienwerk Wolfen proudly participated as a sponsor and exhibitor, presenting its latest advancements in thin glass technology.
The Step Change program once again places bold ideas and fresh thinking at the forefront of the glass industry at GPD 2025.
A groundbreaking leap in façade design is on the horizon with new research into laminated thin glass offering unmatched strength, safety, and design freedom.