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CHILDGARD is laminated safety glass constructed using of an arrangement of proprietary transparent materials. CHILDGARD is designed to withstand extensive physical attack in a forced entry scenario, ultimately resisting entry until law enforcement…
Single-pane safety glass (ESG) is suitable for use wherever large thermal or mechanical loads can be expected. Thanks to the tempering of the panes during the manufacturing process, it has a very high bending strength as well as being resistant to…
Specialist toughened safety glass manufacturer TuffX often grabs the headlines for supplying the glass on high profile commercial projects, but its expertise is equally often called on for domestic projects.
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Here's an explanation of how bent and laminated glass is made, courtesy of Standard Bent Glass in East Butler, PA. First, large sheets of glass are scored into a range of end-use sizes.
The National Glass Association (NGA) and Glass Magazine, the official magazine of NGA, are pleased to announce the launch of WorldofGlassMap.com , a new interactive website that allows users to search globally for float glass manufacturing companies…
A survey of the main window installation businesses in Spain indicates that end users most desire features such as control of solar radiation, acoustic insulation, transparency and luminosity. Thermal insulation is the main concern for consumers…
Coventry, UK - Vetrotech Saint-Gobain - the world's leading manufacturer of fire resistant glass - is pleased to announce the launch of a new on-going training initiative – Vetrotech Academy – which will provide a learning platform for all…
Those at the American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) 2016 Annual Conference heard from an authority on glass safety in the workplace as part of the association’s efforts to promote plant safety awareness.
Swarovski is renowned the world over for its glittering crystal jewellery. With such a powerful reputation to uphold, it is important that every element of its brand stands up to scrutiny.
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Architectural Competition Recognizes Industry Professionals who Utilize Color Glazing in Design Projects. Eastman Chemical Company (NYSE:EMN), manufacturer of the Vanceva Color System for laminated glass, is now accepting nominations for their…
Technology meets science: The Annual Meeting of DGG 2016 will be held in Goslar on June 6-8 and will comprise sessions in German and English language.
The restoration glasses TIKANA®, RESTOVER® and GOETHEGLAS will be focused by the technology group SCHOTT at its premiere at Monumento, the trade fair on monument preservation, to be held in Salzburg, Austria, from January 28 - 30, 2016 (Hall 10,…
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AGC Glass company is a registered American Institute of Architects (AIA) continuing education courses provider and a sponsor of the recenlty launched CE|STRONG moble app, an app that gives architects the flexibility to learn and earn credits on the…
The American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) has updated and released a document laying out the process for determining the thermal performance characteristics of fenestration systems, specifically in commercial buildings.
NSG Group's SPACIA, the world's first commercially available vacuum glazing, was selected for a project to restore an historic high-end apartment in the United States. The building is 90 years old and located on Park Avenue, well-known…
Asahi India Glass Limited (AIS), India’s leading integrated glass company expanded its existing portfolio in the architectural segment with the introduction of a new series under its Ecosense range of high-performance glasses (The Green Standard in…
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Saint-Gobain Glass Egypt has signed a memorandum of understanding with Alexandria University to promote the study of glass.
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