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glasstec 2026: Four Days of Glass Innovation in Düsseldorf
23 Oct
The final day of the world’s leading trade fair for the glass industry is here!
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GLASS. AUTOMATED. – Glaston Glasstec 2026 in review
23 Oct
At Glasstec 2026, Glaston showed how automation is moving from promise to daily production: from the fifth generation of TPS® technology and a fully automated tempering line already running at a customer’s factory to the new Glaston Select Series, built around a right-fit, reliable choice.
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VITRUM 2027 Gears Up for Growth: From Bottles to Space, Glass Opens Up New Markets Alongside MADE Expo
23 Oct
VITRUM 2027 is looking beyond traditional glass markets, bringing together new technologies, international buyers and emerging opportunities from glass packaging to the aerospace industry.
Forel Advanced Diagnostics 2.0
23 Oct
Forel presents Diagnostics 2.0, the new advanced diagnostic system that transforms the way glass processors monitor, manage and optimise their plants.
Saint-Gobain accelerates its growth in Egypt with the opening of two new production capacities
23 Oct
The building materials specialist is continuing its expansion in Egypt with the launch of two new production capacities.
Vitro Terminates Architectural Glass Technology Licenses with Jinjing
23 Oct
Vitro Flat Glass LLC has terminated its architectural glass licensing agreements with Jinjing and its affiliates since January 2025, ending the authorization to use Vitro’s architectural MSVDcoated glass, as well as the Solarban® and Starphire® trademarks.
NGA Presents Industry Sustainability Efforts at Façade Tectonics World Congress
22 Oct
The Façade Tectonics Institute (FTI) held its 2026 World Congress in Pittsburgh, Sept. 28–Oct. 2, drawing approximately 300 registered building and design professionals focused on façade materials, design, and performance.
EuroSkills Düsseldorf 2027: Spotlight on Europe’s next generation of skilled workers
22 Oct
How can we inspire young people to take up technical and skilled trades? EuroSkills Düsseldorf 2027 brings vocational skills to life.
Publication of the second part of the study: The delivery challenge of NBRPs
22 Oct
Glass for Europe publishes alongside nine other organisations the second part of the study The delivery challenge of NBRPs supported by CLIMACT.
glasstec Day 3: the highlights of 22 October 2026
22 Oct
We are halfway through glasstec 2026: on the third day architecture, building security, research and glass art are in focus. The “architecture forum” and the ift Rosenheim sessions set their own priorities today.
Şişecam to Showcase Solar Glass Solutions at RE+ Fair
21 Oct
At the exhibition, Şişecam will present its photovoltaic glass solutions designed to enhance the energy efficiency and durability of solar panels.
glasstec Day 2: the highlights of 21 October 2026
21 Oct
The second day of glasstec 2026 focuses on industry trends, the circular economy and young companies. To this end, “glass technology live” and the new format Connected Machines provide insights into latest developments in research and connected production.
Salem Fabrication Technologies Group Acquires Matodi
21 Oct
Acquisition Expands SFTG’s Machinery, Tooling, Consumables and Service Platform for the North American Glass Industry
glasstec Day 1: the highlights of 20 October 2026
20 Oct
The first day of glasstec 2026 sets the tone with events related to circular economy and manufacturing technology to glass finishing to the new “women in glass” networking format.
FIT Show Event Director, Nickie West asks… What Does it Mean to be FIT for Business?
20 Oct
FIT Show Event Director Nickie West explores why trust, transparency, resilience and active industry engagement matter more than ever in the fenestration sector.
High Speed Thermoplastic IG Line: A New Frontier in Insulating Glass Productivity
22 Oct
Discover Forel’s new High Speed Thermoplastic IG Line, unveiled at glasstec 2026, and see how automation and integrated processing deliver up to 30% higher productivity in insulating glass manufacturing.
Sparklike: Calculate the ROI of Automated Inline Gas Fill Rate Measurement for Sealed Units
22 Oct
Discover how automated inline gas fill measurement can reduce quality control costs and calculate the ROI of Sparklike Laser Integrated using your own production data.
What happens After the Glass Breaks? Documented Performance of evguard®
16 Oct
Discover how evguard® interlayers deliver documented performance in impact resistance, thin-glass safety, residual load-bearing capacity and fire behaviour, backed by extensive testing and international approvals.
New Optris Glass Tempering Scanner (GTS) for Glass Manufacturer
15 Oct
Optimized system solution measures temperatures regardless of coatings
From Lamination to Heat Soak Testing: AKARMAK at glasstec 2026
15 Oct
AKARMAK will present its glass processing and testing solutions at glasstec 2026, including advanced Glass Lamination Autoclaves and Heat Soak Test Ovens.
glasstec 2026: Efficient Material Flow with Intelligent Logistics Solutions from LiSEC
15 Oct
At the glasstec 2026, LiSEC will present a comprehensive portfolio of automation, robotics, and logistics solutions designed to optimize material flow throughout the entire value chain.
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glasstec Day 1: the highlights of 20 October 2026
The first day of glasstec 2026 sets the tone with events related to circular economy and manufacturing technology to glass finishing to the new “women...
FIT Show Event Director, Nickie West asks… What Does it Mean to be FIT for Business?
FIT Show Event Director Nickie West explores why trust, transparency, resilience and active industry engagement matter more than ever in the fenestrat...
2026 FTI World Congress: A Week of Innovation, Connections, and Community in Pittsburgh
More than 300 attendees from around the world gathered at Carnegie Mellon University to explore the future of facade design, technology, and performan...
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Unelko to Showcase Invisible Shield PRO 15 at glasstec 2026
Discover how Unelko’s advanced glass coating technology enhances durability, simplifies cleaning and protects glass surfaces for the long term....
From Lamination to Heat Soak Testing: AKARMAK at glasstec 2026
AKARMAK will present its glass processing and testing solutions at glasstec 2026, including advanced Glass Lamination Autoclaves and Heat Soak Test Ov...
Softsolution LineScanner | Automated Glass Inspection & Quality Control
Quality control belongs directly in the production line — where it matters most....
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Thin Glass Makes Facades Climate-friendly
Michael Engelmann from the Institute of Building Structures at TU Dresden is conducting research into adaptive structures made from thin glass....
Trosifol® SkyViera®: Design the Sky. Define the Experience.
Trosifol® SkyViera® transforms automotive roof glass into an illuminated design and lighting surface, creating immersive passenger experiences and new...
Engineering and Realisation of a Corrugated All-Glass Façade for the Glasshouse Theatre Brisbane
Discover how advanced engineering, digital design and precision fabrication made it possible to realize the striking free-form glass façade of Brisban...
Advances in Curved Architectural Glass
Aesthetic Expression, Form Freedom, and High-Precision Manufacturing for Next-Generation Building Envelopes...
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Glaston publishes the January 1– September 30, 2026 Interim Report on October 28, 2026 at 8.30
Glaston Corporation will publish its January–September 2026 Interim Report on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at around 8.30 a.m. Finnish time....
Glaston received order for a CHAMP EVO pre-processing line and MATRIX EVO bending furnace
Glaston has received and order from a leading manufacturer of architectural and automotive glass in East Asia....
Architectural Glass Processing Workflow: From Float Glass to Finished Products
Discover how float glass is transformed into high-performance architectural glazing through key processing stages, from precision cutting and temperin...
Game-Changer in Architecture: Multicurved Tempered Glass
Pushing the boundaries of architectural glass: a new large-format bending furnace is making faster, more precise production of complex 3D glass shapes...
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Powering The Clear Difference
The right combination of technologies makes the difference. With proven expertise in melting, conditioning and float process, Fives partners with glas...
An Experimental Study on the Adhesion Performance of SSG Sealant to Timber and its Application in Mock-up Assemblies
Can timber sash systems replace aluminium? New research tests structural silicone glazing durability to find out....
glasstec 2026: LiSEC brings the future of flat glass processing to life in Hall 17, booth A64
Under the motto “65 years of experience – shaping the future”, LiSEC invites visitors to experience the future of flat glass processing live at glasst...
glasstec 2026: Efficient Material Flow with Intelligent Logistics Solutions from LiSEC
At the glasstec 2026, LiSEC will present a comprehensive portfolio of automation, robotics, and logistics solutions designed to optimize material flow...
Forel Fast Grinder: The Only High-Speed Four-Spindle Vertical Grinding Machine
Discover how Forel’s FG – Fast Grinder combines seaming and rough edge grinding in one cycle to boost productivity and streamline automated glass proc...
Laminated Glass TechnologyMORE...
STRATO® Solar PV Encapsulants: celebrating years of proven performance and 100% certified Italian excellence
In a highly competitive landscape, especially undermined by Asian competitors, Satinal S.p.A. stands out by offering a premium alternative completely ...
What happens After the Glass Breaks? Documented Performance of evguard®
Discover how evguard® interlayers deliver documented performance in impact resistance, thin-glass safety, residual load-bearing capacity and fire beha...
From Lamination to Heat Soak Testing: AKARMAK at glasstec 2026
AKARMAK will present its glass processing and testing solutions at glasstec 2026, including advanced Glass Lamination Autoclaves and Heat Soak Test Ov...
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Architecture with glass: »A window is not simply a thermal boundary«
How must glass façades respond to climate change, new digital possibilities and human health requirements? Ahead of his appearance at the architecture...
Vitro Architectural Glass Continues to Reimagine the Future of Architectural Glass Through World-Class Research and Innovation
Discover how Vitro Architectural Glass continues to shape the future of high-performance glass through decades of research, innovation and sustainable...
Game-Changer in Architecture: Multicurved Tempered Glass
Pushing the boundaries of architectural glass: a new large-format bending furnace is making faster, more precise production of complex 3D glass shapes...
Glazing The Met: A Case Study in Design Considerations for Museum Glazing
Designing glazing for museum daylighting requires balancing art conservation, structural performance, and aesthetics—challenges explored through two s...