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Asahi Glass Co., Ltd. (the “Company”) has decided to liquidate its subsidiary, as described below.1.
Homeowners who want more energy-efficient windows can discover the advantages of Sungate 500 low-emissivity (low-E) glass with a new brochure from PPG Industries residential glass.
As chief executive of PPG Industries Inc. -- a leading global producer of specialty chemicals, industrial coatings, paint and glass -- Charles E.
Business review of the third quarter of 2007 (Nine-month period) During the third quarter of 2007 (nine-month period from January 1 through September 30, 2007), the Japanese economy remained steady backed by an increase in capital expenditure and…
The European Commission said it has cleared Owens Corning Inc's proposed acquisition of  Compagnie de Saint-Gobain SA's glass fibre reinforcements and composite fabrics unit, Vetrotex, subject to conditions.
With the opening of this French institution for architecture, AGC Flat Glass Europe – formerly Glaverbel – has, to quote the institution's President François de Mazières, established itself as the "glass partner for the City of…
The Saint-Gobain Group delivered consolidated sales of EUR32,630 million for the first nine months of 2007, compared to EUR30,925 million for the same year-ago period, representing a rise of 5.5% on a reported basis and of 6.7% at constant exchange…
When the AGC (Asahi Glass Company) Flat Glass Europe group – formerly known as Glaverbel – exhibits at Batimat 2007, it will be assisted by the very latest skills and techniques.
Glass manufacturer Pilkington wants to expand its European Technical Centre at Lathom - a move which would bring 100 jobs to the West Lancashire site.
The board of directors of PPG Industries declared a regular quarterly dividend of 52 cents a share, payable Dec. 12 to shareholders of record Nov. 12.
Forbes reported that European construction-materials companies had a fragile day on the stock market Friday, cracking under pressure from negative analyst sentiment surrounding France's Saint-Gobain.
PPG Industries announced it has acquired certain assets of Coatings Resource Corporation (CRC), Huntington Beach, Calif.
Following a major review of its branding strategy, NSG has decided to adopt the ‘Pilkington’ brand for its global Flat Glass business ( which makes glass for the world’s buildings and vehicles ).
DURASTAR and TRUFORM HP coatings complement other PPG coatings for building market PPG Industries’ (NYSE:PPG) coil and extrusion coatings business has introduced Durastar and Truform HP coatings, a line of roll-applied coil coatings, as a lower-cost…
Global leader in coatings to offer Agion natural antimicrobial protection to laptop manufacturers PITTSBURGH & WAKEFIELD, MASS., October 10 /CNW/ - Agion Technologies, the leading provider of natural silver-based antimicrobial solutions, today…
Safety combined with an attractive finish - that was the challenge met by Stratobel Impression. This new glass not only meets the standard safety criteria but also makes it possible to incorporate different images into various types of glass.
PPG Industries announced that its offer to acquire SigmaKalon Group, a worldwide coatings producer, from global private investment firm Bain Capital has been accepted.
PPG Industries announced that its offer to acquire SigmaKalon Group, a worldwide coatings producer, from global private investment firm Bain Capital has been accepted.
Saint-Gobain Isover (Construction Products sector of Saint-Gobain) announces the acquisition of FiberGlass Colombia and its Venezuelan subsidiary, Fivenglass, in conjunction with El Volcan – Isover licensee in Chile and partner of the Gypsum…
PPG Industries’ automotive refinish business introduced the exclusive SideView Window format, which provides an open window adjacent to each color chip, in its all-new 2008 Domestic Color Information Book.
NSG (Nippon Sheet Glass) has announced that it will integrate its Specialty Glass business, comprising the Information Technology and Glass Fiber businesses, with its global Flat Glass business, which was established in April.Read the entire story…
PPG Industries will release its third quarter 2007 earnings before the New York Stock Exchange opens Thursday, Oct. 18.The news release will be available on the Newsroom and Investor Center sections of the company’s Web site, www.ppg.com.
With effect from April 2007, NSG established an integrated global Flat Glass business, covering all of the Group’s Building Products and Automotive operations worldwide.
Rochester Insulated Glass Inc. of Manchester, New York, and Miami, FL has announced its acceptance into the PPG Certified Fabricator & Laminator programs.
PPG Industries (NYSE: PPG) has announced that, effective today, the following individuals have been named vice presidents.Charles F.