Forel Week: a celebration to mark 50 years together

Over five days, experts and professionals from the flat glass processing community will come together, to celebrate, create opportunities and exchange ideas amongst those who work daily within production.

50 years in glass processing

2026 marks an important milestone: fifty years of enterprise within the flat glass and insulated glass processing industry.

A journey that reflects the industries evolution from the increasing use of automation to higher quality standards and a growing demand for production efficiency. Within this context, Forel’s growth is linked to its continuous improvement strategy and investment in research and development that provides the relevant technology and techniques required by the markets.

Forel Week and industry exchange

The Forel Week is positioned as a conducive meeting point for companies, partners, and operators within the glass sector.

Throughout the week, events will focus on direct exchange and the sharing of experiences related to production, process organisation, and the use of technologies.

A Forel guiding principle is to listen, as many innovations originate from dialogue between those who develop solutions and those who use them daily in production.

The evolution of flat glass processing

In recent decades, glass processing has undergone significant changes, with the introduction of integrated equipment solutions focused on efficient productivity.

Glass processors have progressively shifted their attention towards consistency, quality, and output by reducing handling while improving safety, all of which requires technology that’s capable of adapting to complex production environments.

Dialogue between industry experts remains a key factor in understanding and driving development.

Forel Week as a starting point

Forel Week represents a step within this ongoing process. An opportunity to bring together industry stakeholders, to share experiences, and observe the dynamics shaping the future of glass processing.

More than a celebration, it is a moment that fits within an industrial landscape that faces continues challenges but is always ready to evolve.