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Four months before the start of glasstec 2008, International Trade Fair with Special Show glass technology live, over 1,000 exhibitors have reserved more than 705,000 square feet of exhibit space, making the trade show larger than ever.
With business in China and South East Asia in general continuing to expend SORG has now established a subsidiary company in China.
The Messe Dusseldorf Group reported sales of more than $545 million in 2007, up $77 million from sales in 2006. The growth is due to the success of events at Messe Dusseldorf, as well as the success of guest events and the company's…
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – AAMA 506-08, a voluntary specification for impact and cycle testing, has been released by the American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA).
On 13th March 2008, in the SAINT-GOBAIN GLASS Cologne Porz plant, the first production line for satinized glass was officially opened.
Complex, cross-networked production lines now dominate almost all aspects of modern glass processing. The greatest challenge for manufacturers is to carefully balance high level automation with the greatest possible flexibility.
Out of over 9 million windows replaced annually, 2 million are now second time replacements according to the UK Glazing Sector report commissioned by the Energy Saving Trust and the Energy Efficiency Partnership for Homes This is just one of the…
Bystronic Glass UK will soon commence installation on one of the industry’s most progressive installations. A new fully automatic TPS® line is due to be installed at Float Glass Industries which will be one of the most technically advanced warm edge…
Effective latest 1st January 2008, or as contract terms allow, Kömmerling Chemische Fabrik GmbH will increase prices for adhesives and sealants in Europe and Asia between five and ten percent.
Agreement on Intentions and Agreement on cooperation regarding realization of the investment project have been signed between Administration of the Yaroslavl Region, Administration of Rostov Municipal region and JSC “MD-RUS” – part of the VELUX…
Internal linings specialist, British Gypsum, has launched a new ceiling lining board that combines high levels of thermal insulation with 30 minutes fire resistance.
PPG Industries and iGlass Projects Pty. Ltd. of Australia announced today they have signed an agreement to develop and commercialize dimmable glazing for automotive sunroofs.
Vehiclemakers now use sunroofs and other roof systems to help differentiate product offerings to customers. In other words, roof systems are fast becoming part of a car's identity.
Forbes reporthed that speciality chemicals group Sika AG said it is to acquire German company Proxan Dichtstoffe GmbH for an undislcosed price.
Work has started on the £300k refurbishment project for the Melton Road Leicester manufacturing facility. The 20,000 sq ft premises is being re-roofed and clad with the latest high tech composite panel system.
WFNN continues report on companies to highlight companies believed to have high growth prospects. Dr. Joseph Louis deBeauchamp posted his report on six sites to allow investors to read about these companies.
Optimism prevails amongst the international glass sector in Düsseldorf Visitors enthused about innovations in the fields of solar thermal systems, photovoltaics and multi-functional glass The glass industry is upbeat and looks to the future with…
Kommerling UK, the leading manufacturer of adhesives and sealants will have a presence at this year’s Glasstech Exhibition, as part of its German parent company’s show stand, Stand 17 D26 in Hall 17.
Russia announced that it would return to Germany six 14th-century stained glass windows taken from a church by the Red Army during World War II, AFP reported.
French automotive industry manufacturer Heuliez is showing a unique concept vehicle on its stand at the Geneva International Motor.
Bold use of color dominated the entries in this year’s seventh annual 2005 Solutia International Design Awards, which honor excellence in designing with laminated glass.
Grenzebach Corporation, the US subsidiary of Grenzebach Maschinenbau GmbH of Hamlar, Germany, a global manufacturer of production equipment for the flat glass and construction material industries, has announced the introduction of its high speed…
The cornerstone of the Historic Napa County Courthouse -- still in its same location between Second and Third Streets -- was laid in September, 1878.
Britain's Rexam Plc, the world's biggest maker of drinks cans, said on Monday it had reached an agreement with Interbrew
At a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $512.8 billion, the value of new construction starts in February increased 1 percent compared to the previous month, according to the F.W.