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The Glass Systems Group, the UK’s largest independent sealed unit manufacturer, has appointed George Stirling, a man with almost 40 years’ experience in the glass and building products industry.
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Gains will benefit from a major rebound in building construction spending, continued improvement in motor vehicle production, and increased share for high performance products in the general flat glass market.
The Raiffeisen Zentralbank (RZB) Group is the largest bank in Austria.    The regions, known for its variant temperatures, demands architecture that can withstand the changing climates, thereby making solar control glass the natural choice for…
A conservatory is more than just an extension to a home; it’s a valuable asset to a property. But all too often, tired and ill-insulated conservatories leave homeowners with a redundant room that can only be utilised during certain times in the year…
Smartglass are delighted to announce that we will be supplying two further Tesco UK stores with our Privacy Smartglass screens.
The American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) has released an updated standard that establishes minimum performance requirements for self adhering flashing surrounding exterior wall fenestration products.
Bill Blazek joins the market team at Technoform Bautec North America, Inc. He will provide manufacturers of aluminum windows, doors and façades with high-precision polyamide insulation profiles that deliver energy efficiency, structural performance…
The GCC glass industry is witnessing a period of unprecedented growth driven by a significant acceleration in new construction and infrastructure projects announced by regional governments.
Since 1974 the unique National Home Improvement Council (NHIC) Annual Awards have recognised achievement in the UK housing arena and have grown over the years to become highly regarded as the premier event in this sector.
To address concerns with fire safety glazing systems the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) Fire Resistant Glazing Group (FRGG) has developed a five point code of core governing principles for all glass and glazing system products for resistance to…
The NSG Group has unveiled a new concept for achieving triple glazing performance in a double-glazing unit, unique to the Pilkington brand.
Wrightstyle, the leading steel glazing specialist, has completed a prestigious project for the London Borough of Brent’s new Civic Centre, the UK’s first “outstanding” BREEAM rated public building, which opened last month.
Pilkington Pyroclear® has been given the seal of approval by Certifire, for use with steel and timber frames.
The First Plaza is a commercial complex located in the quaint, historic town of Metz in France. The Lazard Group Real Estate has developed this sustainable building, based on design by Unanime Architects.
Senior Architectural Systems are well known in the UK as a leading window systems provider of aluminium and ‘Hybrid’ systems for commercial and residential use.
As key components of the hospitality sector, there’s more to hotels & restaurants than just ambience and aesthetics.
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Wrightstyle, the UK steel glazing company, has integrated its traditional media relations marketing with new social media channels.
US demand for high-performance flat glass products is forecast to rise 4.4 percent per year to 910 million square feet in 2017, valued at nearly $9.2 billion.
Introducing six new exciting designs to the Pilkington Oriel collection. Pilkington Oriel Cirque™, Linear™, Saturn™, Burdock™, Bay™ Opal and Canterbury™ Opal.
As you may have already heard, on Monday 1st July 2013 the United Kingdom is joining with the rest of Europe to introduce the Construction Products Regulation (CPR).
The Pilkington Product Knowledge training courses are back and the course tutors are all fired up to pass on their know-how and experience.