Laminated Glass Technology
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What if glass façades could become lighter, more flexible, and safer at the same time?
Carrying forward a spirit of gratitude and challenge, advancing toward the next century as “One Kuraray”
When it comes to oversized architectural glass, size alone is never the real achievement.
Kuraray is taking glass design to the next level with the introduction of Genius Mode, a new AI-driven optimization feature integrated into its digital calculation tools.
Glasstech Mexico 2026 has successfully come to a close, marking another milestone for Satinal as the company continues to reinforce its commitment to the Latin American market.
Interlayers, ovens, and technical support from a single, integrated team.
Satinal has announced its participation in the upcoming Glasstech Mexico 2026, reinforcing its commitment to the Latin American market.
Evalam will bring its latest photovoltaic encapsulant innovations to Intersolar Europe 2026, reinforcing its role as a key partner to the solar industry.
A message from Eric Pennypacker, Director of Controlling and Business Support, Kuraray’s Advanced Interlayer Solutions (AIS)
Satinal’s debut at Glass-Tech Poland highlighted the growing demand for innovative, integrated solutions across the global glass industry.
From filigree glass roof structures in Helsinki to advanced Augmented Reality waveguides, glasstec 2026 highlights how glass innovation continues to redefine architecture, urban spaces, and emerging technologies.
Kuraray will participate in the 219th edition of Zak World of Façades Netherlands 2026, taking place on May 28, 2026, at the Postillion Convention Centre at WTC Rotterdam in Rotterdam.
Pujol Group is set to showcase its latest glass processing innovations as it returns to Glass-Tech Poland for the second consecutive year.
Italian expertise meets American demand: TK is redefining glass lamination across the Americas with advanced, scalable, and energy-efficient technology.
EVERLAM, a PVB interlayer materials supplier is launching its new website.
Verified, product‑level EPDs for Eastman Saflex™ & Vanceva™ PVB interlayers are live — download ready‑to‑use data to improve embodied‑carbon assessments and Scope 3 reporting.
Articles
Exploring a new approach to glass masonry, researchers demonstrate how metal kirigami interlayers can reduce weight, lower embodied carbon, and improve the performance of dry-assembled glass structures.
Exploring the evolution of laminated safety glass, this paper examines advanced interlayer solutions and their performance in ballistic applications.
Advances in interlayer technology are opening new possibilities for laminated safety glass, with improved stiff PVB delivering higher stiffness, enhanced durability and greater design flexibility for modern façade engineering.
A First Step to Characterize the Post-fracture Behaviour
As glass increasingly takes on structural roles in modern architecture, ensuring its fire resistance has become a critical challenge for safe building design.
This study explores how fibre optic sensors can accurately measure strain and temperature in laminated glass systems, revealing how adhesives, temperature, and load conditions influence the mechanical behaviour of PVB and embedded sensors.
ASTM has introduced a new standard, ASTM E3401, to guide the safe use of laminated glass in swimming pools, aquariums, and other applications subject to hydrostatic loads.
New international standards are reshaping the way modern façade glass is designed, balancing security performance with comfort, safety, and multifunctionality.
The growing use of glass in modern architecture has increased the importance of laminated safety glass (LSG), prompting new research into how production processes impact its long-term durability and safety.
A new study explores the potential of liquid optically clear adhesives (LOCA) as interlayers in laminated glass, offering promising solutions for complex curved designs and smart glazing applications.
Modeling broken laminated glass remains a challenge—this study proposes a simplified numerical approach based on interlayer experiments.
This paper presents the investigation of three LOCA for application as interlayers in laminated glass. Within a comprehensive experimental study, essential material properties were investigated.
COMPANIES
Gaoren EVA film
B1 building , Hengli Industrial Park, Baolong Street,
Longgang Qu
Shenzhen Shi
Guangdong Sheng, 518115
China
Hornos Industriales Pujol
Carrer del Pla, 108-110, Pol. Ind. El Pla
08980 Sant Feliu de Llobregat Barcelona
Spain