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From left to right: Javier Fernández, Managing Director of Tecglass; Pedro Aguiar, Managing Director of Vitropor; and Tiago Poças, Head of Digital Printing at Vitropor.

Tecglass | From left to right: Javier Fernández, Managing Director of Tecglass; Pedro Aguiar, Managing Director of Vitropor; and Tiago Poças, Head of Digital Printing at Vitropor.

Vitropor Invests in Digital Glass Printing with Tecglass Technology

1 Jul

In a strategic move to strengthen its position in the decorative glass market, Vitropor – Sociedade Portuguesa de Vidro Temperado, Lda. has invested in the advanced Tecglass Vitro-Jet Digital Printing System.

Automotive Glass

Glaston ScreenMax glass bending furnace at Finn Lamex in Finland

30 Jun

Glaston ScreenMax glass bending furnace was installed at Finn Lamex in Finland in 2024.

Glass Cutting Machines

Thin Glass Cutting with HEGLA Galactic

26 Jun

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.

TPS®

Glaston TPS® PRO APPLICATOR - Efficiency and flexibility redefined

2 Jul

The new TPS® PRO technology represents the most efficient and flexible solution for insulating glass manufacturing.

Glass For Europe

The European Commission releases the EPBD guidance on the energy calculation of “transparent building elements”

2 Jul

On 30 June, the European Commission adopted a support package to help Member States implement the new Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD).

NGA

NGA Launches Bluebeam Training Courses on MyGlassClass.com

2 Jul

The National Glass Association (NGA) now offers Bluebeam software training courses within its online training platform, MyGlassClass.com, at a 30% discount to NGA members.

Events

Glass-Tech Poland 2025 – A Successful Debut Showcasing the Power of Glass Technologies

1 Jul

The first edition of Glass-Tech Poland took place from June 3–5, 2025, at Ptak Warsaw Expo, marking a strong debut for what promises to become a key event for the glass technology sector in industry and construction.

Coloured Glass

Colour matters: STRATO® COLOUR and 2025 trends

1 Jul

Colour plays a key role in modern architecture, shaping spaces and enhancing atmosphere through bold, nature-inspired design.

Careers

Dean Butler appointed president of British Glass

30 Jun

British Glass is pleased to announce the appointment of Dean Butler, UK Business Development Director at Ardagh Group, as its new President.

Events

FTI Supports PBFD 2025: Shaping the Future of Façade Innovation in Venice

30 Jun

FTI is proud to support the third edition of Performance-Based Façade Design (PBFD), taking place in Venice, Italy, from September 11–13, 2025.

Pilkington

Pilkington UK opens new glass production line in St Helens

30 Jun

Pilkington UK has launched a new glass production line at its Greengate Works site in St Helens as part of a multi-million-pound investment to safeguard the future of rolled texture glass manufacturing in the UK.

Automotive Glass

Glaston ScreenMax glass bending furnace at Finn Lamex in Finland

30 Jun

Glaston ScreenMax glass bending furnace was installed at Finn Lamex in Finland in 2024.

Software

AI for Flat Glass Processors

30 Jun

Optimize Order Entry with A+W Order Entry AI

Announcements

Glass Futures' milestone as revolutionary furnace is lit for the first time

27 Jun

Glass Futures will today (25th June 2025) mark a major milestone by lighting its cutting-edge furnace for the first time.

Events

Made in Italy Innovation Forum: Scm Group at the Forefront of Research and Innovation

27 Jun

Scm Group joined Italy’s top innovation leaders in Cernobbio to shape the future of sustainable manufacturing.

Events

Registration Now Open for 2025 FGIA Insulating Glass Fabricators Workshop

26 Jun

Registration is now open for the FGIA Insulating Glass Fabricators Workshop, which will be held September 16-18 at the Intertek testing facility in Fridley, MN.

Glass Cutting Machines

Thin Glass Cutting with HEGLA Galactic

26 Jun

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.

Glass Recycling

Glass for Europe has developed a methodology for the calculation of a recycled content percentage in flat glass

26 Jun

In recent months, Glass for Europe’s environment experts have worked on a harmonised definition of recycled content for flat glass.

Careers

Glaston appoints Executive Leadership Team members

26 Jun

Glaston has made two appointments to the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) of Glaston Corporation. The new ELT members will both be reporting to President and CEO Miika Äppelqvist.

Events

SCM Group Celebrates Innovation and Regional Excellence at CRIT’s 25th Anniversary Event

26 Jun

SCM Group recently joined CRIT’s 25th anniversary celebration, reaffirming its commitment to innovation and collaboration in support of Emilia-Romagna’s industrial growth.

HIGHLIGHTS

TK global reach powered by Italian engineering and service

26 Jun

With its state-of-the-art ovens -all made in Italy- and a deep commitment to on-site support, TK is redefining global glass processing.

Mahmoud El Genedy, CEO of Arab Union Glass © LiSEC

Arab Union Glass, Decorative Glass & LiSEC

25 Jun

Traditional Egyptian Glass Techniques realized by Cutting-Edge Software.

‘Don’t get caught out by OPSS’ warns Thermoseal Group

24 Jun

Thermoseal Group urges IGU manufacturers to ensure compliance as OPSS ramps up inspections across the glass and glazing sector.

Tvitec | Cricursa Unveils 2025 YearBook: A Vision for Sustainable Innovation

24 Jun

TVITEC | CRICURSA's latest YearBook goes beyond figures and façades—it reflects the company’s core mission and commitment to a greener built environment.

NorthGlass Triturbo Fan and Boyuan Electromechanical Forge Strategic Partnership to Lead the Future of Energy Conservation

NorthGlass and Boyuan Form Energy-Efficiency Partnership

24 Jun

Luoyang Northglass Triturbo Fan Technology Co., Ltd. and Boyuan Electromechanical (Nantong) Co., Ltd. held a strategic cooperation signing ceremony in Luoyang.

Ensuring Gas Fill Quality in IGUs: How ASTM E2649-20 Supports Non-Destructive Measurement

Non-Invasive Gas Fill Testing for IGUs

23 Jun

Accurate gas fill measurement is key for IGU quality - here’s how ASTM E2649-20 and Sparklike Handheld™ make it easier.

Folienwerk Wolfen Raises the Bar in Fire Safety with evguard® Laminated Glass

23 Jun

Folienwerk Wolfen’s 44.2 laminated glass with evguard® interlayer has earned top fire performance certifications, marking a key milestone in glass safety and reliability.

Interlayers from Kuraray dominate at annual awards

18 Jun

Kuraray interlayers play a pivotal role

FEATURED NEWS

Glass Hardware

Frameless Hardware Company Launches On-Demand Stock Glass Division

23 Jun

New “Glass in a Box” Product Line Provides Instant Material Availability for Standard Showers, Entrances, and Railings.

Insulating Glass Machinery

Fenergic invests in new Glaston TPS® IG line and RC Series tempering furnace

18 Jun

Fenergic is embracing the future of window manufacturing with faster production, higher quality, and a bold shift toward next-generation glazing solutions.

China Glass

The 34th China Glass Exhibition Concludes with Resounding Success, Spotlighting Global Glass Industry Innovation

16 Jun

China Glass 2025 concluded successfully in Beijing, highlighting China's innovation and global leadership in the glass industry.

Northglass

NorthGlass Showcases Green Innovation at “Six-Zero” Open Day

12 Jun

On June 4th, Tianjin NorthGlass hosted a successful “Public Open Day” in response to the “Six-Zero Green Building Materials Day” initiative led by the China Building Materials Federation and industry partners.

Nordic Façade Forum 2025 Opens with Strong Attendance and Industry Insight

Events

Nordic Façade Forum 2025 Delivers Strong Attendance and Valuable Industry Insights

9 Jun

The much-anticipated Nordic Façade Forum 2025 took place this week, drawing nearly 200 professionals from across Finland, the Baltics, and the Nordic countries for a dynamic exchange of knowledge, trends, and innovations in façade design and engineering.