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The MES, integrated with the vertical sorting system and IGU processing unit,

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Interview

Internal Partitions

Ozone Blu: Redefining customer

experience in architectural solutions

Immersive Franchise Format Offering Hands-On Interaction, End-To-End

Solutions, & Strong Business Opportunities

Ozone Blu is an experience-led franchise model combining interactive product

displays, complete space solutions, and strong partner support to redefine how

customers discover architectural products.

Customer expectations in

the architectural solutions

industry are rapidly evolving.

Gone are the days when a simple

product catalogue or static display

could influence purchasing decisions.

Today’s consumers seek more than

just products—they want complete

solutions, real-life visualisation, and

confidence in their choices.

Ozone Blu is designed to meet

this demand. As an immersive,

experience-led franchise format,

it transforms the conventional

showroom into an interactive hub

where customers can explore live

installations, touch and feel products,

and visualise solutions in real-life

settings. For entrepreneurs, Ozone

Blu presents a strong business

opportunity backed by Ozone’s

legacy, proven franchise model, and

robust partner support.

Excerpts from a conversation

with Mr. Y.P. Singh, Business Head &

Director, Ozone:

Q: What is Ozone Blu?

In recent years, customer

expectations have evolved

dramatically—from simply receiving

a packaged product to engaging in a

complete, experience-driven journey.

Today’s customers seek more than

just delivery; they expect a fully

Mr. Y.P. Singh, Business Head & Director, Ozone

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Ozone Blu • 2

Glass Railing

Shower Enclosures

installed, ready-to-use solution that

reflects convenience, confidence, and

care.

Ozone Blu embodies this

transformation. It’s an experience-led

franchise format that brings Ozone’s

extensive range of architectural

solutions to life. Designed as an

interactive space, Ozone Blu enables

customers to engage with live

installations, transforming browsing

into a hands-on experience. This

immersive environment empowers

customers to make informed

decisions with greater ease and

assurance, redefining the way

architectural products are discovered

and chosen.

Q: How is it different from a

traditional showroom?

Traditional showrooms often limit

the experience to catalogues or shelf

displays. At Ozone Blu, everything

is touch-and-feel—partitions,

doors, and innovative fittings, all

installed in real-life settings. This

practical, immersive experience helps

customers truly visualise solutions in

their own spaces.

Q: What does the product portfolio

look like?

Ozone Blu offers complete, end-toend

space solutions. From internal

partitions, kitchen fittings, and

shower enclosures to doors and

windows, smart locks, and railing

systems—it’s all under one roof. The

range is curated to be not just stylish

but also functional and durable,

catering to both residential and

commercial needs.

Q: Why should entrepreneurs consider

partnering with Ozone Blu?

It’s a strong business opportunity

backed by 25+ years of Ozone’s

industry trust. As a franchise partner,

you gain access to a future-ready

product portfolio, a proven model,

and full support across design,

operations, and marketing. You’re

not just opening a store—you’re

becoming a destination for smart

living.

Q: What kind of support can dealers

expect?

From day one, we work alongside

our partners—right from showroom

setup to team training and ongoing

promotions. Our support includes

branding assets, customer leads,

product updates, and installation

know-how. We ensure our partners

are always equipped to deliver an

exceptional customer experience.

Q: And finally, what’s your vision for

Ozone Blu?

We envision a strong Pan-India

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Interview

FUSO Glass charts the future of

automated glass processing in India

In Conversation With GB, MD Ashok Jain Shares How FUSO Glass Is Redefining

Architectural & OEM Glass Manufacturing

Glass Bulletin speaks with FUSO Glass MD Ashok Jain on automation, innovation and

growth strategies shaping India’s glass processing industry.

In an exclusive interaction with

Glass Bulletin, Mr. Ashok Jain,

Managing Director of Fuso

India Glass Pvt. Ltd., discusses

the company’s remarkable growth

journey, cutting-edge fully automated

facilities in Mumbai and Chennai, and

its vision to lead India’s architectural

and OEM glass markets.

He highlights how strategic

investments in Industry 4.0

technologies, global partnerships

Mr Ashok Jain

Managing Director, Fuso India Glass Pvt. Ltd.

and customer-focused innovation

are positioning FUSO Glass at the

forefront of the country’s evolving

glass processing landscape.

Excerpts from the conversation:

– Could you briefly introduce Fuso

India Glass Pvt. Ltd. and share your

journey so far as a leading name

in architectural and OEM glass

processing?

I’m pleased to share the journey

and growth story of FUSO Glass.

The promoters of FUSO Glass

have been associated with the glass

industry for over six decades. What

began as a modest trading business

evolved significantly over the years.

The IT boom of the mid-1990s

was a turning point. With the rise

of IT parks and major government

infrastructure projects, glass

transitioned from a basic lighttransmitting

element to a structural

and aesthetic material. It was now

expected to address safety, strength,

thermal, acoustic, and design

requirements. Recognizing this shift,

FUSO made a strategic entry into

glass processing.

We established our first processing

unit in 2004 in Sriperumbudur,

Chennai, followed by Hyderabad in

2009 and Mumbai in 2011. In addition

to architectural glass, we diversified

into automotive, locomotive, and

OEM segments to meet growing

market demand.

In 2023, we launched India’s first

fully automated, state-of-the-art

facility in Sriperumbudur, dedicated

exclusively to OEM and industrial

glass.

In 2025, with the support of Yinrui,

China, we launched India’s first fully

automated, state-of-the-art facility

in Mumbai, dedicated exclusively

to architectural glass processing—a

milestone driven by our vision to

meet the evolving demands of these

precision-focused sectors.

Our journey continues with a vision

to bring world-class glass solutions

to the Indian market. Today, we are

recognized for our quality, service,

and process innovation with a strong


Interview • 2

customer focus. FUSO is a Goldrated

glass processor under Saint-

Gobain’s Quality Excellence Program

(QEP).

– What has been the driving vision

behind setting up two state-ofthe-art,

fully automated facilities in

Mumbai and Chennai?

Honestly, the vision of my son Jainik

Jain has been the driving force

behind the creation of our fully

automated, state-of-the-art plants.

During and after the COVID period,

he recognized that this technology

would shape the future of glass

processing in India. He played a

crucial role throughout—from

designing the layout to selecting

machines and technology.

With the world economy

Mumbai Architectural Unit

increasingly viewing India as a viable

alternative in the global supply chain,

we see significant opportunities

ahead. Setting up fully automated

plants in Mumbai and Chennai is a

strategic investment to future-proof

our operations. These facilities are

a reflection of our commitment to

continuous improvement, customer

satisfaction, and leadership through

technology.

– Can you elaborate on the new

architectural glass processing plant

in Mumbai? What makes it stand out

in terms of technology, capacity, and

capabilities?

FUSO is at the forefront of building

next-generation smart factories. We

take great pride in being the first

glass processing company in India to

take bold strides toward Industry 4.0.

Yinrui’s line is seamlessly connected

to our ERP through an MES platform,

enabling end-to-end data flow, realtime

monitoring and process control.

This advanced setup features

online laser marking technology,

enabling unique identification of

each glass piece through QR codes.

As glass moves through various

processing stages—from cutting

and edge grinding to tempering and

insulation—the system ensures zero

human intervention, with intelligent

automation rotating the glass

precisely for each stage.

The integrated buffer system

optimizes bed utilization, significantly

enhancing overall productivity.

– What types of architectural glass

products and solutions will this new

facility cater to? Are there any special

focus areas such as high-performance

façades or jumbo-size glass?

The Mumbai plant is strategically

positioned to serve the rapidly

expanding architectural glass

segment in western India. Driven by

the increasing number of skyscrapers

and high-rise developments across

the region—particularly in the

commercial capital—there has been

a significant surge in demand for

jumbo-sized architectural glass.

In response, we have recently

undertaken a major expansion to

address this demand by offering a

comprehensive portfolio of highperformance

architectural glass

solutions. We have invested in

world-class technologies, including

a state-of-the-art jumbo tempering

line from LandGlass and advanced

pre-processing systems from

HanGlasstec. The facility is further

equipped with a robotic Insulated

Glass Unit (IGU) line from Hanjiang to

support modern façade designs and

green building requirements.

To ensure precision, scalability,

and consistent quality in jumbo glass

production, the plant incorporates a

fully automated processing line from

Yinrui. This end-to-end automation

enables optimized throughput while

maintaining the highest standards in

architectural glass manufacturing.


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Interview

Mumbai Architectural Unit

Mr Jainik Jain

– Tell us more about the OEM glass

processing unit set up in Chennai.

What industries or applications will

this plant primarily serve?

This unit of ours in Chennai is

broadly known as the Industrial

Glass Unit. It is dedicated to

producing glass for various

applications such as home

appliances, solar panels, and the

furniture segment.

It is specially tailored with

end-to-end automation for

high-volume production with

the capability to achieve tight

tolerances, quick changeovers, and

flexibility—critical for industrial

glass applications.

– With OEM demands increasing,

how does this Chennai facility

enhance your responsiveness and

competitiveness in that segment?

Post-COVID, the industrial glass

sector experienced a severe supply

shortage, as it was predominantly

dependent on imports. This gap in

the market presented a strategic

opportunity for FUSO to step into

the segment.

Being located near major

automotive and electronics

manufacturing hubs, FUSO was

well-positioned geographically.

However, competing with

international players required more

than proximity—it demanded

world-class quality, zero-defect

deliveries and just-in-time supply

capabilities.

To meet these expectations,

FUSO made the strategic decision

to invest in a fully automated

production line. This transformation

has led to significant reductions in

production rejections, logistics lead

times, and overall costs, enabling

FUSO to be more agile, reliable,

and competitive in the industrial

glass market.

– What unique technologies or

innovations have been incorporated

in the Chennai plant to meet high

precision and volume requirements?

We have invested in cutting-edge

European technology, including

high-precision cutting systems

and 3-axis CNC grinding and

milling machines, integrated with

high-speed conveyors and robotic

material-handling systems.

The facility features an online

edge grinding machine equipped

with auto-servo compensation

technology to ensure superior

accuracy and edge finish.

Additionally, we have

implemented a specially

engineered solution for online logo

printing with a 3-second cycle

time, seamlessly integrated with

batching conveyors that directly

feed into a continuous tempering

furnace.

Our end-to-end integrated

process includes built-in fail-safe

mechanisms, which are critical for

ensuring reliability and efficiency in

large-volume OEM contracts.

– We understand that Yinrui has

supplied cutting-edge machinery

and automation systems for these

facilities. Could you tell us why you

chose Yinrui as your technology

partner?

Selecting the right technology

partner was no easy task—

particularly when aiming for a longterm

association built on innovation

and advanced capabilities. At FUSO,

we were focused on identifying

a partner who could offer a

comprehensive solution, combining

software, system integration, and

in-house hardware that operate

seamlessly together.

Yinrui stood out with their

unwavering commitment to

innovation, customization, and

sustained support. Their extensive

global experience in high-speed

automated glass processing, coupled

with their collaborative approach,

made them the ideal partner to help

us implement tailored solutions for

the evolving demands of the Indian

market.

– What are some key machines or

systems provided by Yinrui, and

how have they added value to your

production workflow?

The key systems in place feature

precision cutting, automated glass

loading, and high-speed conveyors

equipped with buffer stations to

ensure optimal line balancing and

throughput. Intelligent loading into

the tempering furnace maximizes

bed utilization and enhances energy

efficiency.

– How would you describe the

experience working with Yinrui—in

terms of service, customization, and

integration support?

If I have to say in one word—superb.

Yinrui has been an exceptional

partner: agile, responsive, and deeply

involved. From process design to

commissioning, their team ensured

smooth integration with our systems


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Chennai Industrial Glass (IG) Unit

and trained our staff for seamless

operations. Their after-sales support

has also been robust.

– With both plants now

operational, what kind of growth or

transformation do you foresee in your

offerings and service delivery?

We are now fully equipped to reduce

operational costs and accelerate

delivery timelines while meeting

high-volume demands, stringent

quality standards, and offering highly

customized solutions backed by

robust service support.

These strategic investments

position us as a comprehensive, onestop

partner for both architectural

and OEM clients across India. This

transformation will certainly lead to

significant growth for FUSO.

– How do you see India’s architectural

and OEM glass markets evolving over

the next 3–5 years, especially with

automation becoming the new norm?

Both segments are poised for

accelerated growth—architectural

glass driven by the increasing

demand for energy-efficient

buildings, and OEM glass by the rise

of smart appliances.

Just as AI is transforming various

sectors, industrial automation will

evolve significantly over the next 3 to

5 years. As an early adopter, FUSO is

strategically positioned to capitalize

on this shift and gain a strong

competitive edge in the industry.

– What message would you like to

share with architects, OEM clients,

and project consultants looking for

high-quality, precision-processed

glass?

At FUSO, we are dedicated to

providing glass solutions that

seamlessly blend aesthetics,

performance, and dependability.

With our newly automated facilities

and a strong emphasis on innovation,

we welcome our stakeholders to

experience the future of precision

glass processing—engineered to

meet the evolving demands of

tomorrow’s design and functionality

standards.

Email: ashokjain@fuso.in

Website: www.fuso.in

Chennai Industrial Glass (IG) Unit


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Event

FOSG holds Annual Processors

Conclave 2025 in Goa

3-Day Annual Gathering Brings Together India’s Leading Glass Processors

The FOSG Annual Processors Conclave 2025 in Goa saw robust discussions, product

showcases and collaborative planning for the sector’s future.

The Annual Processors Conclave

2025 of the Federation of Safety

Glass (FOSG) was held from

11th to 13th April 2025 at the scenic

Bogmallo Beach Resort, Goa. The

conclave began with the registration

of members, followed by the National

Anthem. The event was jointly hosted

by Mr. Ali Kamil and Mrs. Aleena

Kamil.

Chairman Mr. Gurmeet Singh

opened the conclave and delivered

the welcome address, wherein

he highlighted the addition of

32 new members—the highest

ever in a year—and shared that 21

Management Committee Meetings

were held during FY 2024–25. He also

noted the successful AGM held on

July 6, 2024, in New Delhi.

Mr. Singh announced the

inauguration of FOSG’s new office in

Sector 125, Noida, and acknowledged

key achievements such as the FOSG

newsletters, participation in the ZAK

exhibition and the success of “Kaanch

Ki Paathshala” in December 2024.

Following this, newly inducted

members were invited to introduce

themselves in an engaging roving

microphone session. Mr. Ali Kamil

then presented the detailed agenda

of the conclave, assuring members of

insightful and enriching sessions.

Ozone Overseas made a

presentation on its latest offerings in

architectural hardware and launched

its campaign “Makes the World go O”.

Mr. Tariq Kachwala followed

with suggestions on standardizing

key terms and conditions related

to business transactions to avoid

disputes, covering areas such as

quality, delivery, and payments.

Ms. Sheetal Khanna of Gold Plus


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highlighted the company’s journey

as India’s only fully Indian-owned

float glass manufacturer, focusing

on innovation, strong processor

partnerships, and a growing product

portfolio.

In the digital marketing session led

by Mr. Ali Kamil and joined remotely

by Ms. Maria, the importance of AI,

social media and content creation

was discussed, encouraging members

to leverage platforms like LinkedIn

and Instagram for brand building.

A panel discussion on BIS-related

issues, featuring Mr. Sharanjit Singh,

Mr. Ali Kamil, Mr. Gurmeet Singh, Mr.

Praveen Saini, Mr. Subhash Jajoo,

Mr. Tariq Kachwala, and Mr. Harish

Gupta, delved into compliance, new

marking requirements, and the QCO.

The members urged for a FOSG

delegation to meet the DG of BIS for

resolving concerns.

Mr. Tariq Kachwala’s session on

best practices for processors offered

a detailed cost analysis template

and addressed issues like waste

management and production

efficiency.

Mr. Ravishankar Subramanian

from Dow Corning presented on

insulating glass systems, emphasizing

dual-sealant solutions, the Quality

Bond Program, and the world’s first

carbon-neutral IG sealant.

A second panel discussion,

moderated by Mr. Sharanjit Singh

and including Mr. Subhash Jajoo,

Mr. Ali Asgar, Mr. Farhat Kamil, Mr.

Lokesh Pathak, Mr. Tariq Kachwala,

Ms. Shravantika Lakshmi, and Mr.

Kumar Manoj, focused on interindustry

relations between float

manufacturers and processors. While

cordial relations were noted, concerns

regarding Saint Gobain policies were

raised, and a resolution was passed

to initiate dialogue with the company.

Mr. Ali Kamil introduced the FOSG

mobile app aimed at enhancing

communication and collaboration.

Features include news updates,

event tracking, discussion forums,

giveaways, a sourcing needs

section, pooled purchasing, and

the transparent “List of Regular

Defaulters (LORDS)” system.

A panel discussion on payment

recovery, moderated by Mr. Gurmeet

Singh and comprising Ms. Sheetal

Khanna, Mr. Suresh Shah, Mr. Farhat

Kamil, Mr. Kumar Manoj, and Mr. SS

Kang, explored secure transactions

and resolving disputes through FOSG

mediation.

Another panel, moderated by Mr. P.

Ganesh, discussed the future course

of FOSG and co-branding strategy.

Panelists included Ms. Sheetal

Khanna, Mr. Suresh Shah, Mr. Anup

Goyal, Mr. Shiv Rungta, Mr. Lokesh

Pathak, Mr. SS Kang, Mr. Ajay Patel,

Mr. Ajay Dhamija, and Mr. Chaitanya

Madan.

The proposal for a Special Purpose

Vehicle (SPV) to support co-branding

and technical services was positively

received.

Turomas showcased its latest

laser-operated glass cutting

systems with automated features

and customized storage solutions,

while Mr. Malvinder Singh Rooprai

from Kuraray emphasized quality

assurance through QNL certification

and new product offerings such as

Trosifol® Extra Stiff Pro and Bird

Secure Interlayers.

The Vision 2030 session offered

a platform for broader member

participation, outlining goals to

expand membership beyond 500,

enhance brand visibility, establish

regional offices, and develop safety

glass guidelines.

In informal discussions, members

suggested appointing professionals

to guide architects on glass

specification, participation in Acetech

exhibitions, and introducing a “Proud

Member of FOSG – India” badge

for international events. The next

conclave is proposed to be held in

Southern India.

The conclave concluded with

a vote of thanks by Chairman Mr.

Gurmeet Singh, who expressed

appreciation for the active

participation of members and

acknowledged the support of

sponsors—Gold Plus, Turomas,

Ozone Overseas, Dow Chemical, and

Kuraray India.

Website: www.fosg.in


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Event

TUROMAS Returns to Vitrum 2025

with innovation and legacy

Fresh From Its 40th Anniversary, TUROMAS Showcases Next-Gen Cutting,

Marking, And Storage Solutions

TUROMAS celebrates its legacy and unveils cutting-edge glass processing innovations

at Vitrum 2025 in Milan this September.

After a milestone year marked

by its 40th anniversary,

TUROMAS has confirmed

its participation in Vitrum 2025, the

international glass industry exhibition

to be held from September 16 to 19

at Fiera Milano. The company will be

exhibiting at Stand M01-N04 in Hall 1.

Just days before the fair, on

September 12, TUROMAS will host an

anniversary event at its headquarters

in Rubielos de Mora (Teruel). The

gathering will be a moment of

celebration and gratitude, bringing

together employees, partners,

customers, and institutions who have

played a key role in the company’s

growth and evolution.

Innovations on Display

New LAM 600 Laminated

Glass Cutting Line

At Vitrum, TUROMAS will continue

the rollout of its LAM 600—a

high-performance laminated glass

cutting line first unveiled during the

40th anniversary event. Designed

for companies seeking maximum

automation, versatility, and topquality

cuts, the LAM 600 supports

thicknesses from 2+2 up to 12+12 and

offers a cutting length of 6,000 mm.

The system integrates TUROMAS’

new scoring and separation unit,

reducing each cutting cycle by 10

seconds. It enables scoring with

slightly heated butyral for improved

quality, and the entire process—from

loading to cutting to unloading—is


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fully automated within a single line.

Advanced mechanical stops allow for

quick, precise straight and railing cuts

without complex configurations.

New TUROMAS UV Laser

Marking System

Expanding its range of smart

solutions, TUROMAS will also

showcase a UV laser marking system

for monolithic glass cutting tables.

This system enables high-resolution

marking of logos and identification

codes without altering the glass

surface—even on Low-E coatings.

Built for industrial reliability, the

system features IP54 protection, RAF

cooling, and vibration compensation.

Its intuitive interface supports

dynamic field management, enabling

seamless integration of quality

control and product customization.

Expanded Smart Storage

Solutions

TUROMAS will present updates to

its Smart Glass Storage portfolio,

including the LA, SR, and LR

automated systems, as well as the SG

smart storage solution. These systems

automate the storage, loading, and

internal transportation of glass sheets

and remnants, adapting to various

facility sizes and production needs.

Their high degree of customization

helps boost efficiency, traceability,

and safety across all cutting and

handling operations.

Throughout the four-day event,

TUROMAS’ technical and commercial

teams will be available to discuss

new projects, answer inquiries, and

explore potential collaborations.

Vitrum 2025 offers a fresh

opportunity to stay close to real

market needs—and to respond with

efficient, adaptable, and scalable

solutions.

Meet TUROMAS from September

16 to 19 at Vitrum 2025 — Stand

M01-N04, Hall 1.

Email: info@turomas.com

Website: www.turomas.com


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Event

Beijing GreatDia to showcase advanced

diamond tooling at glasspro INDIA 2025

Leading precision toolmaker highlights innovations in grinding and drilling

solutions for automotive, solar, and architectural glass.

Beijing GreatDia presents high-precision diamond tools at glasspro INDIA 2025,

offering enhanced durability and efficiency in glass processing.

Beijing GreatDia Superhard

Tools Co., Ltd., a leading

manufacturer of diamond

tools for precision glass processing, is

pleased to announce its participation

in glasspro INDIA 2025, taking place

from September 10 to 12, 2025, at

the Bombay Exhibition Centre in

Mumbai, India.

At this premier event for the

glass manufacturing and processing

industry, GreatDia will present its

latest range of superhard tools,

designed to deliver superior accuracy,

extended tool life, and consistent

performance in demanding glass

fabrication applications. Visitors can

find GreatDia at Booth No. A60.

Advanced Tooling Solutions

on Display

1. High-Performance

Diamond Grinding Wheels

Engineered for edge grinding and

drilling, these wheels are widely used

for automotive glass, solar glass, and

home appliance glass. GreatDia’s

diamond grinding wheels offer fast

stock removal and excellent edge

quality. With optimized bonding and

precision balancing, these wheels

ensure vibration-free operation and

longer tool life.

Key Benefits:

;;

Consistent finish for

automotive, solar, and

appliance glass


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;;

Customized grit sizes and

profiles available

;;

Reduced downtime due to

longer service intervals

2. Diamond Core Drills and

Countersinks

GreatDia’s precision diamond drills

are ideal for high-speed glass drilling

with minimal chipping and breakage.

Available in various diameters and

connection types, they are widely

used in architectural, automotive, and

appliance glass production.

Highlights:

;;

Efficient chip removal for

clean, precise holes

;;

Special formulations for tough

materials like laminated or

coated glass

;;

Compatible with various

drilling systems and glass

types

Driving Precision, Reliability,

and Customization

With decades of expertise in

superhard material technology,

Beijing GreatDia Superhard Tools

serves glass manufacturers in over

20 countries. Its R&D-driven product

lines are tailored to meet the specific

machining needs of various glass

types—enhancing productivity while

reducing operational costs.

Throughout the three-day

exhibition, GreatDia’s team of

technical experts will be available

to discuss tooling solutions, provide

product demonstrations, and explore

long-term partnerships across the

Indian subcontinent and beyond.

Meet Beijing GreatDia Superhard Tools at glasspro INDIA 2025

September 10–12, 2025

Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai, INDIA

Booth No. A60

Unlock higher performance in glass processing with precision tooling you

can trust.

Email: cherry@greatdiatool.com

Website: www.greatdiatool.com


77

Event

Edgetech showcases Super Spacer ®

innovation at glasspro INDIA 2025

Flexible T-Shaped Spacer Offers Energy Efficiency, Design Flexibility & Precision

Edge Sealing For Future-Ready Insulating Glass

Edgetech Europe presents Super Spacer® at glasspro INDIA 2025, highlighting energy

efficiency and architectural flexibility in glazing.

Edgetech Europe, the

manufacturer of the flexible

insulating glass spacer system

Super Spacer®, will be presenting its

product range at the International

Exhibition for Flat Glass Processing

Products and Accessories from 10 to

12 September 2025, at Stand B44 in

Hall 3.

Joachim Stoss, Vice President

of International Sales at Edgetech

Europe/Quanex Inc., explains:

“From Killa Design’s Museum of the

Future and Zaha Hadid’s The Opus

in Dubai to the new headquarters

of the Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG)

in Copenhagen, Super Spacer®

is featured on world-renowned

buildings.

“Thanks to the flexible material,

it brings very specific advantages

to each project. For example, freeform

and parametric glass façades

are virtually impossible to achieve

with rigid spacers, while the silicone

structural foam of the Super Spacer®

conforms precisely to all glass shapes

and reliably compensates for all

tolerance deviations at the edges

of curved insulating glass units. In

addition, the flexible material helps

to resist climatic changes and wind

loads in the space between the

panes.”

Super Spacer® crucial

contribution to meeting

energy efficiency targets

For projects such as the MOL Campus

in Budapest, the warm edge function

is particularly important. With a

Psi value of up to 0.029 W/mK for

the Super Spacer® T-Spacer, the

spacer has extremely low thermal

conductivity. It effectively prevents

thermal bridging at the edge of the

insulating glass, helping achieve even

the most demanding energy targets.

“Whether you want to create a

spectacular tower with a structural

glazing façade or a smaller residential

project with insulated glass windows,

you can achieve excellent U-values

with any product in the Super

Spacer® range. This means you can

also meet the high demands on

glazing for sustainability and building

certifications such as DGNB, LEED,

and BREEAM,” states Area Manager


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Fabrice Keller.

T-shape of the Super

Spacer® ensures edge seal

integrity

Thanks to its unique shape and

100% resilience, the spacer system

made of T-shaped silicone foam can

withstand the pumping movements

of insulating glazing countless

times. Its structure provides several

advantages:

;;

Substantial reduction in

tension levels on the butyl

cord and secondary seal

;;

Prevents the butyl cord from

entering the visible area of the

glass unit

;;

Suitable for both manual and

automated application

;;

Ideal for flat and free-form

glazing

Super Spacer® ensures low

thermal conductivity

Psi values allow comparison

of different spacers’ thermal

performance. A difference of 0.04

W/mK in the Psi value translates to

a 0.1 W/mK improvement in the Uw

value. Super Spacer® products offer

Psi values as low as 0.029 W/mK,

efficiently preventing thermal bridges

through which valuable energy could

be lost.

“Our most popular products also

have Passive House certification.

Manufacturers, architects, and

project managers are opting for a

mature and future-proof product. All

Super Spacer® products significantly

contribute to low U-values, reduced

heating and cooling costs, and an

improved indoor environment.

With automated production and

warm edge technology as standard,

insulating glass manufacturers and

processors are preparing for the

future,” adds Fabrice Keller.

Exact parallelism also

ensured with XXL glazing

Up to an edge length of 3.5 metres,

a deviation of 4 millimetres from the

straight edge is allowed; for larger

lengths, the deviation may be up to 6

millimetres. Precision is essential—

not only for standards but also for

visual appeal.

“With the increasing size of

insulating glass units, rigid spacer

frames are becoming harder to

manage due to their lack of tensile

strength and tendency to bend,”

says Joachim Stoss. In contrast, the

flexible Super Spacer® is applied

from rolls on partially or fully

automated lines with robotic support,

offering outstanding precision and

immediate stability even in oversized

glazing applications due to its

excellent adhesive strength.

Visit Edgetech Europe at

glasspro INDIA 2025

- September 10–12, 2025

- Stand B44, Hall 3

- Bombay Exhibition Centre,

Mumbai

About the company

Edgetech Europe GmbH, based

in Heinsberg, Germany, is a fully

owned subsidiary of Quanex Building

Products Corporation —a global,

publicly traded manufacturer serving

OEMs in the fenestration, cabinetry,

solar, refrigeration, and outdoor

products markets.

Email: info@edgetech-europe.com

Website: www.superspacer.com


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Technical Article

Glass industry meets AI: And the

glazier trade?

From Production Lines To Office Desks: AI Finds Growing Relevance Across The

Flat Glass And Glazier Value Chain

AI is transforming flat glass manufacturing and slowly entering glazier workflows,

boosting efficiency, automation, and workforce adaptability.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is

increasingly being used in

manufacturing by major

flat glass producers with a view to

optimising processes, reducing energy

consumption and CO₂ emissions, and

securing competitiveness long term.

But are AI applications also already

of relevance to glass processors and

the glazier trade? This question was

explored by the author on behalf of

glasstec, the world-leading trade

fair for glass producers and the

associated machinery manufacturers,

but also for glass processors and the

glazier trade.

In machine technology and

manufacturing processes, AI

developments have been driven

intensively over the past few years.

The improvement of administrative

processes, however, was followed less

closely even though AI developments

also hold plenty of potential here.

In industrial flat glass production,

AI is already being used in machine

producer technologies such as in

automation platforms to dynamically

adapt production flows by adaptive

process control or material flow

optimisation, for example. AIassisted

image processing is used

for high-precision defect detection

and dimension control in flat glass

production. AI can be used in socalled

digital twins for predictive

maintenance or the smart control of

sizing and warehousing processes.

In the glazier trade and glass

processing, by contrast, AI still seems

to be less systematically deployed.

Nevertheless, initial applications are

also finding practical use, as Karsten

Sommer of the Hamburg Glaziers’

Karsten Sommer (Hamburg Glaziers’ Guild) also sees

an increasing use of AI applications in the glazier trade,

especially if they are integrated into existing systems or can

be coupled with them.

Photo: Glaser-Innung Hamburg

Guild revealed: “Many outfits are

starting to look at this topic. This is

especially easy to achieve when AI

becomes part of the systems already

used such as AI-based office and

communication tools like Microsoft

Copilot, Google Workspace AI or

ChatGPT. These can easily help with

text-based proposals, calculations

or appointment organisation.”

Other imaging AI tools such as

Canva AI, Midjourney or DALL·E 3

help users get a first impression or

provide inspiration for visualising

workpieces, products or construction

planning, thereby making days of

rendering done by high-performance

Georg Katzlinger-Söllradl is the co-founder and CEO of

Lumeso. The AI application saves valuable time for glass

production and processing in order data capture.

Photo: Lumeso FlexCo

computers increasingly superfluous –

at least for initial designs or concepts.

Initial concrete applications:

order entry

All this means AI allows both

companies big and small to free

up time with the help of assistance

systems. A case in point is order

entry, which – except with classic

electronic data interchange systems

– is often performed manually due

to its complexity. Here, plenty of time

is tied up in data transfer, queries

and error corrections – because only

very few enquiries are complete

and precisely formulated from the


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After the data has been extracted by AI it is controlled and released by a human-in-the-loop.

Photo: Lumeso FlexCo

outset. Add to this the wide variety of

enquiries – there are glass producers

capable of supplying IGUs in ten

thousand possible configurations.

How the order data entry process

can be noticeably simplified by AI

was explained by Georg Katzlinger-

Söllradl, CEO and co-founder of the

start-up “Lumeso,” who exhibited

his AI solutions for the first time at

glasstec 2024: “Our software analyses

incoming e-mails, automatically

identifies all relevant order data

and compiles them in a structured

manner. Missing data is completed

automatically by smart queries. After

release by the case handler, the

data is transferred directly to the

order data capturing system via an

interface. This solution was only made

possible for us by the availability

of performance AI systems. AI in

administration markedly increases

the speed of order data capture,

significantly reduces errors and

considerably minimises the

throughput time from order entry to

confirmation.”

The efficiency gain is attractive,

but customers were particularly

interested because they lacked

relevant staff or did not even find the

staff to manage existing processes

to start with. Katzlinger-Söllradl:

“We soon realised we can also help

combat skilled labour shortages with

our AI. Experienced employees can

reduce their workload and focus on

control and decision-making tasks,

while younger staff can be drawn

into the exciting flat glass working

environment by modern, attractive AI

solutions.”

A view at the state of the

art gives hope: the increasing

availability of modular AI tools

and the development of handson

sector-specific solutions can

increase efficiency, prompt positive

developments for everyday work,

while making employers more

attractive at the same time. We can

look forward to glasstec 2026 where

AI & Digital Technologies will be

Hot Topics alongside circularity and

decarbonisation.

Author:

Marc Everling

Image: AI-generated using ChatGPT

– Angela Meier-Buntenbroich

Email: MeierA@messe-duesseldorf.de

– Theresa Oswald

Email: OswaldT@messe-duesseldorf.de

Website: www.glasstec.de


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Technical Article

Today, warm-edge spacers

fulfil many more functions

than simply increasing

energy efficiency and

room comfort. There is

an increasing demand for

outstanding aesthetics,

processing quality and

production-related

advantages.

Engineering Elegance in

Glass: Super Spacer ® at

the Pathé Palace

Flexible, High-Performance Warm-Edge Spacers

Bring Fluid Design And Structural Precision To

Parisian Architectural Landmark

With applications ranging

from automated largescale

production and

structural glazing to organic shapes

and monument protection Quanex

Company Edgetech claims that its

flexible Super Spacer® is the ideal

solution for all projects, even the

most challenging ones. For example,

it was used in the restoration and

modernisation of the magnificent

Pathé Palace in Paris, a building from

the Parisian Belle Époque, by Renzo

Piano Building Workshop.

The successful

transformation of an iconic

film venue.

For over 150 years, the building at

the intersection of Boulevard des

Capucines and Rue de la Chaussée

d’Antin has been a cultural landmark.

Originally opened in 1869 as a

vaudeville theatre, it was converted

into a cinema by Paramount in 1927

and later transformed into a luxurious

film palace by Renzo Piano on behalf

of the Pathé Group. The new Pathé

Palace boasts seven state-of-the-art

auditoriums with LED screens and

heated, adjustable leather seats.

At the same time, the golden

age of Parisian Belle Époque and

widescreen cinema has been

brought back to life. Instead of

streaming from the comfort of your

own home, an exclusive concierge

service awaits. Behind the rotunda

façade, characterised by three

curved windows between pairs

of neo-classical columns, is the


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Art Deco-style bar. Designed by

Jacques Grange, probably the world’s

most famous interior designer, it

offers a breathtaking view of the

vibrant theatre district in Paris’s 9th

arrondissement.

“Light and transparency are

very close friends.”

This quote by Renzo Piano

encapsulates the design leitmotif

of many of his buildings. The Pathé

Palace was therefore completely

gutted and extensively glazed

at street level. The building’s

transparency is intended to invite the

city to enter the light-flooded atrium,

‘the piazza’. Only the striking dome,

rotunda and natural stone façade

from the Belle Époque period were

reconstructed. In accordance with

official specifications, some interior

elements such as the grooved marble,

stucco work and cast-iron banisters

also had to be integrated into the

redesign.

An inverted glass pyramid

dominates the 300-square-metre

‘piazza’ behind the entrance area.

Measuring just 45 square metres at

its base, this elegant glass and steel

structure expands to a width of 29

metres, creating a clear opening of 154

square metres and allowing natural

light to flood into the building five

storeys deep. The 1,200-squaremetre,

150-tonne interior façade

is suspended. To hold and stabilise

the filigree mullion-transom system

for the glazing, façade builder Josef

Gartner constructed a light grey,

painted steel structure.

Super Spacer®: flexible for

difficult geometries, light

grey for transparency

Gartner and the renowned bending

specialists at Döring Glass developed

a technically complex insulating

glass construction for the corners.

The 28 double cylindrically curved

rectangular panes ranged in

dimension from 1638 x 5546 mm

to 1663 x 3440 mm. The 44- and

46-degree bends each form a

90-degree corner with a flat section

in between, followed by a short

straight section after the bends.

The radii range from 100 to 150

millimetres, depending on the

bend. The inner and outer panes are

made of 12 mm laminated safety

glass composed of extra-clear

DIAMANT® float glass and PVB film.

A 10-millimetre-wide Super Spacer®

TriSeal Premium Plus spacer in ‘light

grey’ was used in the space between

the panes. The architects had

specified a grey spacer for the entire

glass pyramid. As it virtually merges

with the glass, the spacer plays its

part in realising Renzo Piano’s vision

of an atmosphere of light, airiness and

transparency.

Martin Lenz, Sales Manager at

Döring Glass, emphasises: “Super

Spacer TriSeal Premium is ideal for

difficult geometries as it can adapt

flexibly to any contour. Fortunately,

Edgetech allows for individual colour

selection, so we were able to meet all

the technical specifications without

any problems.”

Joachim Stoss, Edgetech Europe’s

Vice President of International Sales,

adds: “We have a long-standing

partnership with Döring Glass.

We are delighted that our Super

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the most demanding architectural

requirements in terms of edge seal

aesthetics. Curved glass is finding

more and more applications in

architecture as it enables the creation

of fluid, organic shapes. The fine art

of glass bending and the production

of free-form glass are integral to

parametrically planned building

envelopes.”

Super Spacer® flexible spacers

are ideal for curved glass, as they can

adapt to complex curves and radii.

However, they also offer advantages

for flat glazing. Their elasticity reduces

stress in the edge seal and distributes

forces evenly, thereby minimising the

risk of breakage. During production,

they facilitate precise application,

even with tight radii. They also absorb

hardly any climatic loads, which

relieves the edge seal even further.

They ensure maximum accuracy and

parallelism of the panes, as well as

clean edges, with both automated

and manual processing, particularly

with large format insulating glass

elements.

“Super Spacer has several key

properties that make it ideal for

clean corner formation in the edge

seal. Applying it from the roll enables

precise 45-degree transitions. Thanks

to its elasticity, the silicone structural

foam can adapt better to the corners

of the glass, ensuring an even surface

without the risk of bubbles forming,”

explains Christoph Rubel, technology

expert at Edgetech.

A view of the Boulevard des

Capucines as seen through

double-curved XL glasses.

For the Pathé Palace’s rotunda façade,

Döring combined and realised two

further manufacturing challenges

with Super Spacer®: large format

curved double glazing, with the

largest piece measuring 963 by 4,811

millimetres and comprising three

different glass structures.

“Only white glass was used for the

24 curved insulating glazing units

on the exterior of the building. In

some cases, this was combined with

ECLAZ and ECLAZ ONE coatings

to maximise transparency and light

transmission while ensuring optimal

thermal insulation,” says Lenz.

The curved glass underwent

various long-term tests on ageing

behaviour, dew point and gas

concentration over a period of more

than six months before installation

and acceptance by the client, in

order to prove the performance and

reliability of the spacer.

“In a constantly changing world,

adaptability is the key to success,”

explains Joachim Stoss of Edgetech.

“Super Spacer provides our customers

with the means to react to current

market requirements and proactively

shape future trends.”

About the company

Edgetech Europe GmbH, located

in Heinsberg, Germany, is a fully

owned subsidiary of Quanex Building

Products Corporation, a global,

publicly traded manufacturing

company primarily serving OEMs

in the fenestration, cabinetry, solar,

refrigeration and outdoor products

markets.

Email: info@edgetech-europe.com

Website: www.superspacer.com


Company News

HEGLA Iberica – New branch

dedicated to Spain and Portugal

HEGLA Expands to Iberian Market With Dedicated Branch for Enhanced

Customer Service and Automation Support

HEGLA Group launches HEGLA Iberica in Spain to provide local support, drive

automation adoption, and strengthen partnerships in the Spanish and Portuguese

glass industries.

By establishing HEGLA

Iberica, the HEGLA Group is

strengthening its position in

the Spanish and Portuguese glass

industries. The new branch in Nigrán,

Spain (Province of Pontevedra) has

been active for several weeks and will

provide increased in-person support

and service for local customers.

“HEGLA Iberica stands for maximum

customer support, reliable services,

and strong partnerships on the

Iberian Peninsula,” says HEGLA

Managing Director Bernhard Hötger.

The team on-site will be further

expanded under the management of

Rui Joaquim, a recognised industry

expert who will be responsible for

organisation and service. The sales

team will be formed together with

long-standing HEGLA partner Rolf

Meyer, who remains the first point of

contact for local customers. “Rui and

Rolf have strong connections to Spain

and Portugal and are recognised

experts in the glass industry.

Both understand our customers’

requirements and will guarantee

sustainable and forward-looking

partnerships in the region,” remarks

HEGLA Managing Director Bernhard

Hötger.

The transition to more

automation in the glass

industry

With the new branch, the HEGLA

Group is addressing changes in

the Spanish and Portuguese glass

industry. “The skills shortage and

higher demand for automation

solutions have resulted in changing

requirements,” says HEGLA Sales

Director Toni Schön. “With HEGLA

Iberica, we are optimally positioned

to shape the future together with our

customers – flexibly, cooperatively,

and with rapid response times.”

The team is being gradually

expanded in a modern office

building in Nigrán and will be joined

by local service employees and a

spare parts warehouse, creating

the infrastructure to meet future

market requirements. Rui Joaquim,

Looking forward to

working together:

HEGLA Sales Director

Toni Schön and

Managing Director

of HEGLA Iberica Rui

Joaquim.

By establishing HEGLA

Iberica, HEGLA is

reinforcing its presence

in Spain and Portugal,

and adapting to future

growth. The branch

will be managed by

experienced industry

expert Rui Joaquim.

Rolf Meyer, and the entire team look

forward to building an even stronger

presence on the Iberian Peninsula.

– Carsten Koch

Email: carsten.koch@hegla.de

Website: www.hegla.de


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Event

Glaston @VITRUM 2025 – Advancing

glass processing with intelligence and

efficiency

Smart Automation, Energy-Efficient Technologies, And High-Performance

Solutions

Glaston unveils advanced, intelligent solutions at VITRUM 2025 to enhance glass

processing efficiency, quality and sustainability.

At VITRUM 2025, Glaston

presents a comprehensive

range of smart technologies

and integrated solutions that

redefine glass processing across

tempering, laminating, insulating, and

mobility glass sectors. The focus is on

automation, energy efficiency, and

superior product quality.

Glass Tempering

The new Glaston FC Series E

tempering line combines flexibility

and energy efficiency with the

Glaston Bora convection system

for precise heating. It supports all

glass types and features advanced

automation for consistent, highquality

output. The Roller Heat

Control (RHC) ensures uniform roller

temperatures, reducing defects and

energy use.

Other latest advancements in

Glaston tempering technology

include:

;;

Autopilot: The only fully

automated solution for mixed

production, adjusting heating

and cooling based on glass

type, size, and load to boost

efficiency and eliminate

operator dependency.

;;

Online Stress Calculation:

Real-time, data-driven

monitoring of hardening


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results for consistent quality

and enhanced safety.

;;

Glass Temperature Imaging:

Ensures accurate Low-E

glass temperature control for

energy-efficient production

without compromising quality.

;;

Anisotropy Control: Lowers

anisotropy levels by up to 50%

using advanced airflow and

heating control.

;;

Adaptive Quench:

Automatically adjusts cooling

zones to match glass load

length, reducing energy use

and carbon footprint while

maintaining productivity.

All the above features are also

available as upgrades!

Glass Laminating

Glaston ProL lamination technology

offers flexibility for mixed production

with a convection heating chamber

that simplifies switching between

glass types. The new ProL SPEED

edition increases efficiency by

up to 40% with full automation

for handling, foil placement, and

trimming. The patented ProL

Convection Control enhances

output with structural laminates like

SentryGlas®, while the ProL-zone

upgrade replaces infrared heating

with convection, reducing energy

consumption by at least 50%.

Insulating Glass

Manufacturing

Glaston ULTRA TPS® introduces a

patented method for producing

thin triple IGUs, with center glass as

thin as 0.5 mm. These units match

the thickness of standard double

IGUs but offer superior thermal

performance, ideal for both new

builds and retrofits. They also improve

light transmission and reduce

material use. The line also efficiently

produces quadruple IGUs with thin

glass.

Glaston MUNTIN’MASTER

automates muntin placement,

eliminating manual steps and

increasing precision and costefficiency.

Mobility Glass Processing

Glaston CHAMP EVO is the latest

in pre-processing for mobility

glass, offering high precision,

energy-efficient drives, and faster

changeovers. Glaston MATRIX

EVO, a new automatic bending

furnace, delivers top optical quality

for complex automotive glass

applications like ADAS and HUD. Its

modular design and active convection

system enhance energy efficiency.

The line is especially effective for

processing borosilicate glass – a more

durable and lightweight alternative to

traditional soda-lime glass.

Automation and Upgrades

Glaston Batch Optimization uses

robotics to create the most efficient

batch patterns, maximizing furnace

bed use and production capacity.

Glaston’s automation solutions

integrate mechanical systems with

process intelligence, ensuring every

step in the workflow is optimized.

To support long-term performance,

Glaston also offers a comprehensive

portfolio of upgrades and lifecycle

services. These help manufacturers

maintain equipment efficiency,

extend machinery lifetime, and

ensure production stays up to date

and meets or even exceeds industry

standards.

Visitors are invited to meet with

Glaston’s industry experts at Booth

#D13 E12 in Hall 9 to learn more.

Email: info@glaston.net

Website: www.glaston.net


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MAC-YUGONG and BOYU’s 5th

automation milestone in jumbo

glass manufacturing

A Fully Integrated 5400 Sqm Factory Sets New Benchmarks In Automation,

Efficiency & Premium Glass Processing

MAC-YUGONG delivers its fifth automation project for BOYU, establishing an

advanced jumbo glass factory with seamless digital integration.

BOYU, the renowned glass

processor, established a 4,000

sqm automation factory in

2019. In 2025, it invested in a Jumbo

glass automation factory (3,300

× 7,000 mm). This marks the fifth

automation project completed for

BOYU, and once again, the MAC-

YUGONG team delivered exceptional

results.

The new Jumbo glass production

factory, spanning 5,400 sqm, features

a fully integrated setup designed

by the MAC-YUGONG team. This

includes a raw glass storage system,

a 2-in-1 laser marking and cutting

line, a double edger, a 35-layer

sorting system, a tempering furnace,

a vertical sorting system, a PVB

lamination line, and a TPS/4SG

warm-edge IG line. The factory

primarily produces jumbo insulating

glass units for premium windows.

Automation System

Introduction

1. MAC Warehouse

Management System (WMS)

Production begins with the handling

of raw glass sheets. Workers use a

handheld scanner (PDA) to scan

each package, instantly uploading

data to the ERP system. This ensures

real-time inventory visibility for

both offline and online raw glass

storage. The ERP system then

optimizes based on order structures

and communicates with the MES

system, forming the basis of precise

production planning.

Based on WMS instructions,

glass sheets are transported to

the warehouse for storage and

unpacking. With 32 racks (each


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storing 1–2 packages), the system

meets daily production needs.

Shuttle cars transport glass to the

loading table as needed, ensuring a

smooth flow of materials.

2. Precision Cutting and

Identification

Using advanced algorithms, the ERP

system optimizes cutting to maximize

raw material usage, saving significant

long-term costs. At the laser marking

table, each glass sheet is assigned

a unique identity, with the ability to

mark 3C certifications, QR codes,

logos, and more. A 4mm × 4mm

barcode enhances traceability and

efficiency. Post-cutting, a CCD device

records detailed information and

feeds it back to the ERP for quality

control.

3. Edging Process and

Special Handling

The MAC MES system minimizes

the frequency of double edger

opening/closing. It shares data so

the edger auto-adjusts to various

sizes, thicknesses, or edge deletion

requirements. For example, it

automatically removes Low-E

coatings where specified. Oversized

and small glass sheets requiring

drilling are offloaded separately for

specialized handling.

4. Horizontal Storage and

Sorting System

A rotary table connects the double

edger to a 35-floor horizontal

storage and sorting system. The

MES system determines the glass

rotation direction using the MACsoft

algorithm, optimizing transfer

efficiency and ensuring high-quality

outputs—especially important for

curtain wall production. Another CCD

device captures data and updates the

MES in real time. The space-saving

system includes a cloud ladder with

dual functions: the upper layer as an

inlet conveyor and the lower layer as

an outlet and batching layer with XYZ

three-dimensional batching to fully

load the tempering furnace.


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5. Advanced Batching and

Tempering

The MACsoft algorithm pre-batches

glasses of different sizes to maximize

loading. A second rotary table

connects the sorting system to the

tempering furnace. Glass sheets are

arranged in a three-dimensional

layout for optimized batching, guided

by three principles:

;;

Maximum loading capacity

;;

Order prioritization

;;

Quality assurance (especially

for curtain walls)

Post-tempering, another CCD device

detects defective or self-exposed

glass. If found, the MES automatically

initiates compensation procedures.

6. Shuttle Systems and Line

Integration

The vertical sorting system includes

two Jumbo 3,300 × 7,000 mm

shuttle cars, five sorting crates,

and slideways. This supports PVB

lamination, IGU production, and

laminated-IGU production.

Shuttle #1 transfers glass from the

tempering furnace. Laminated glass

exiting the autoclave also enters the

system via Shuttle #1. Crates with

hundreds of slots accommodate

varying glass thicknesses and widths.

Slots are optimized to store multiple

sizes, maximizing utilization.

The MES optimizes pairing

before IG and lamination lines,

reducing manpower and boosting

efficiency. Shuttle #2 then seamlessly

directs glass to its respective line,

maintaining a continuous flow.

The BOYU Jumbo Glass

Automation Factory is a significant

milestone in smart manufacturing.

With a full suite of MACsoft

systems—ERP, MES, and WMS—

this facility represents cutting-edge

integration of hardware and software.

Beyond producing premium jumbo

insulating glass units, this factory sets

a new industry standard in efficiency,

traceability, and sustainability. MAC-

YUGONG is proud to have partnered

with BOYU on five successful projects

and looks forward to scaling new

heights together in the future.

Email: solution@macglastech.com

Website: www.macglastech.com


Company News

Saugaat Inc. champions glass innovation

with Edgetech’s Super Spacer® solutions

Strategic Partnerships, Advanced Warm-Edge Technologies Position Saugaat Inc.

At Forefront Of Sustainable Glazing Solutions

Saugaat Inc. drives innovation in glass fabrication through Edgetech’s Super Spacer®,

advancing sustainability and thermal performance globally.

Saugaat Inc. stands as a

distinguished leader in the

glass industry, renowned

for delivering high-performance

materials that empower nextgeneration

glass processing

technologies. With a steadfast

commitment to innovation, quality,

and precision, the company provides

comprehensive and integrated

solutions that cater to the dynamic

demands of modern architecture and

the global construction landscape.

The pursuit of excellence is driven

by strategic collaborations with

world-renowned industry

pioneers—including Kuraray (Japan),

H.B. Fuller | Kömmerling (USA),

and Edgetech Europe GmbH, a

subsidiary of Quanex (USA). These

alliances enable Saugaat Inc. to

offer technologically advanced,

reliable, and energy-efficient

solutions that elevate the standards

of glass fabrication across diverse

applications.

Innovation through Strategic

Partnership:

One of the key partnerships is

with Edgetech, a global trailblazer

in warm edge spacer technology.

This collaboration reflects a shared

vision of driving energy-efficient

and sustainable glazing solutions.

Edgetech’s groundbreaking Super

Spacer® systems have set new

benchmarks in thermal performance,

durability, and manufacturing

efficiency for insulating glass units

(IGUs).

At Edgetech, innovation is

embedded in every solution—

whether it is engineering products

that surpass international thermal

efficiency standards or optimizing

production lines to enhance

throughput and consistency. These

advanced systems empower glass

fabricators to address today’s

environmental challenges while

unlocking new possibilities for futureready

infrastructure.

Why Choose Super Spacer®?

With global energy regulations

becoming increasingly stringent—

particularly in light of the UK’s

target to achieve carbon neutrality

by 2050—it is critical to adopt

technologies that not only comply

with but exceed modern thermal

performance criteria.

The Super Spacer® product

series from Edgetech is engineered

to meet this demand. These warm

edge spacers provide unmatched

insulation, helping fabricators and

system providers stay ahead of

evolving legislation while delivering

superior performance, energy savings,

and aesthetic appeal.

Warm Edge Spacer Portfolio:

T-Spacer Flexible Warm

Edge Spacer Bar:

Super Spacer® enhances indoor

comfort and reduces energy

consumption by providing excellent

thermal insulation in both double and

triple-glazed systems. This results in

significant energy cost savings and a

lower environmental footprint. Ideal

for high-glass-ratio applications such

as office complexes and skyscrapers,

products like T-Spacer meet

stringent performance requirements,

offering superior strength and

thermal regulation. Designed to

endure extreme temperatures, these

spacer systems retain their structural

integrity and insulation properties

in both hot and cold environments,

making them suitable for diverse

geographic regions.

Driving Performance,

Sustainability & Innovation:

Saugaat Inc. serves as the exclusive

distributor of Edgetech’s state-of-theart

warm edge spacer technologies.

Its mission is to equip partners

with world-class products that not

only meet the most demanding

performance expectations but also

place them at the forefront of energyefficient

and sustainable innovation in

the global glass industry.

Authorised Distributors

Email: saugaatinc@gmail.com


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Smart IGU manufacturing in

Industry 4.0 era: From ERP to

automated excellence

Hanjiang Pioneers Intelligent IGU Production, Fusing Software And Hardware Into

A Seamless, Low-Labor Automation Ecosystem.

Hanjiang introduces a fully integrated, intelligent IGU production system combining

ERP, MES, and warm-edge technologies for efficiency.

As Hanjiang continues to

engage deeply with hundreds

of smart factory projects, it

have come to a clear realization:

among all units in architectural glass

deep processing, the insulating glass

(IG) production line consistently

demands the most manpower.

Take the 2021 automation project

by MAC-YUGONG for BOYU, China

as an example. A single shift requires

the following personnel: 1 person for

raw glass storage, 1–2 for cutting, 1 for

edging, 2 for the tempering furnace,

5 for the IG line, and 4 for the

laminating line. In total, an intelligent

factory needs around 15 people per

shift.

If that comparison isn’t compelling

enough, consider the 2023

automation project MAC-YUGONG

executed for FUTENG, China. This

factory is equipped with two smart

processing lines and four IG lines.

Under a two-shift operation, the

cutting-edging-tempering unit

requires 20 people, while the IG

lines demand nearly 50 people (4

lines × 6 people × 2 shifts, plus 2 IG

production managers).

This clearly highlights that the

IG production unit remains a

critical bottleneck in the pursuit

of full automation and smart

manufacturing.

As automation continues to

mature in the glass deep-processing

industry, a key question emerges:

how can manufacturers adopt a

minimal-labor model while truly

achieving cost reduction, efficiency

gains, and quality control in IG

production? This has been Hanjiang’s

core research focus over the past

three years. At the 2025 China

Glass Expo, Hanjiang successfully

showcased a fully integrated

At this exhibition, all products—

from ERP and MES to the IGU

manufacturing unit, spanning

production chain—from ERP order

placement to MES work scheduling

to intelligent IGU manufacturing

cells—marking a significant

milestone in smart insulating glass

production.

software to hardware—were

independently developed by our

group companies.


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The MAC-YUGONG ERP enables

one-click order placement for IGU

production. Unlike conventional ERPs

used in standard glass factories,

our system integrates all technical

specifications for IGU production

right from the order entry stage. This

includes detailed configurations for

Glass A such as glass type, surface

treatment (printing, sandblasting),

thickness, manufacturer, and

processing flow (cutting, grinding/

polishing, Low-E edge deletion,

tempering, IGU).

It also defines spacer bar types

like aluminum, Super Spacer, TPS,

spacer width, sealant depth, and

whether gas filling is required.

Glass B is configured in parallel. For

shaped or step glass, users can input

dimensions or upload CAD drawings

for customized ordering—creating a

truly integrated and digitalized IGU

workflow.

The clearer and more specific

the information provided during

ERP order placement, the easier

it becomes for the MES system

to interpret and execute, thus

enabling true intelligent production.

In this system, the ERP transmits

production commands directly to the

IG-level MES, which functions as the

“digital production manager” of the

IG line.

The MES communicates directly

with various PLCs, treating each

device with an independent control

system as an individual PLC node.

At the exhibition, the demonstrated

production unit included: an

automatic loading table, compact

vertical sorting system, 90° turning

table, washing machine, visual

inspection system (Line Eyes),

Super Spacer applicator, TSR, gasfilling

press machine, automatic

cork applicator, sealing robot, and

automatic unloading station.

Once the MES receives the day’s

production orders, the operator only

needs to select orders, press “Start,”

and place the designated glass racks

onto the loading table. The system

then automatically sends both clear

and Low-E glass into the sorting

system. Each piece is scanned by

a CCD camera, and the associated

QR code—which contains all ERPdefined

order data—is read and

logged.

The sorting system intelligently

groups glass into A/B pairs before

sending them for washing. For

workshops with limited space,

L-shaped or U-shaped layouts offer

efficient alternatives. The glass then

turns 90 degrees into a high-speed

washing machine with pre-washing

features. It supports large panels with

thicknesses ranging from 3 mm to 25

mm.

The updated air knife significantly

increases drying speed to 10–12

meters per minute, enabling fullsurface,

dead-zone-free cleaning.

For high-quality glass, inspection

is essential. The Line Eyes visual

inspection system accommodates

varying customer definitions of

surface defects, accurately detecting

all standard flaws.

Beyond the automated

transmission of production

orders, a core aspect of intelligent

manufacturing is replacing manual

operations with automation.


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Hanjiang’s Super Spacer applicator

and TSR streamline the traditionally

labor-intensive processes associated

with aluminum spacers—including

cutting/bending, desiccant filling,

butyl application, and manual frame

mounting.

Upon receiving MES instructions,

the system automatically identifies

spacer type (Super Spacer or TPS)

and thickness, completing the framemounting

process in one step. This

transition to warm-edge spacers not

only reduces labor but also enhances

quality, performance, and aesthetics.

The press machine also follows

MES instructions, adapting to

double or triple glazing, step glass

configurations, and gas-filling

requirements with precision.

Similarly, the sealing robot requires

no manual input of spacer width. It

automatically interprets order data

and switches between sealant supply

systems, ensuring seamless and

accurate sealing.

Once sealing is complete, the glass

is transferred to the designated rack

via the automatic unloading station.

This intelligent IGU production

unit integrates ERP–MES–PLC data

flow with fully automated machinery,

providing a one-stop solution for

managing complex and diverse IGU

orders.

Ultimately, every smart factory

strives for three key goals: cost

reduction, efficiency improvement,

and quality enhancement. Whether

or not you currently operate a smart

facility, a highly intelligent IGU

processing unit can empower you

with true flexibility and autonomy in

glass production.

The Hanjiang team is ready to help

you unlock deeper insights into the

“know-how” of smart IGU production.


Website: www.hjglass.com.cn/en/


Event

HanGlass Group to showcase advanced

glass processing solutions at glasspro

INDIA 2025

Global Leader In High-Performance Glass Processing Machinery To Present

Integrated Automation And Software-Driven Solutions

HanGlass Group will exhibit advanced glass processing technologies and automation

solutions at glasspro INDIA 2025, highlighting innovation, precision, and global

expertise.

HanGlass Group, a global

leader in high-performance

glass processing technologies,

specializes in all types of glass

processing machines with more than

20 years of experience. HanGlass

creates value for customers by

offering one-stop, hassle-free

solutions.

Associate company HanGlastech,

a leading brand for high-end double

edgers with high automation in

China, focuses on the integrated,

intelligent, and data-driven

application of glass processing

technology and equipment. With

more than 200 employees across

its Guangdong and Jiangsu bases—

including over 40 professional and

technical management personnel—

HanGlastech: High-Speed & High Polishing

Double Edger Line with Automatic Size Detection Table

HanGlastech offers solutions for high

Polishing Flat Edge, Pencil Edge, and

Mitering Edge processing.

HanTech Automation, another

group company, focuses on highspeed

seaming machines with

multiple options and high-speed

washing machines. Its seamers can

combine arrising, bottom-edge

grinding, Low-E edge deletion,

polishing, and corner dubbing.

These solutions meet rough and fine

grinding needs for IG products and

laminated glass.

HiGlass Automation, the group’s

integrated automation enterprise,

specializes in R&D for glass

processing automation technology,

ERP, MES, mobile apps, and

optimization software. Its products

include large glass raw material

storage systems, sorting systems for

semi-finished and finished products,

automated batching systems for

furnaces, logistics equipment, and

visual systems. Its software makes

management simpler and more

intelligent, while its hardware ensures

stable and efficient production lines.

Everything provided by HanGlass

Group comes with a quality guarantee

and quick-response assurance,

supported by 24-hour lifetime aftersales

service. Customers simply share

their requirements, and HanGlass

professionals deliver tailored

solutions promptly.

With a strong presence in over 40

countries and decades of engineering

excellence, HanGlass continues

to support glass processors with

flexible, scalable, and cost-effective

solutions.

Throughout the exhibition, the

HanGlass team will be available at

Booth No. A21 to share technical

insights, explore customized

solutions, and discuss collaboration

opportunities across India and South

Asia.

Join HanGlass Group at glasspro

INDIA 2025 to discover how

innovation and precision engineering

are redefining the future of glass

processing.

HanTech: High-Speed Polishing Seaming Line with Washer

4 Bridges Structure with 8 Grinding Heads

Email: export2@han-glass.com

Website: www.hantech-glass.cn


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Hotspots in solar

panels: Invisible threats

to solar efficiency

Understanding Causes, Risks, and Solutions for

Hotspots to Maximize Solar Panel Efficiency and

Longevity

Hotspots in solar panels are invisible high-temperature

regions that reduce efficiency, damage materials, and

pose safety risks. Early detection and prevention are

critical.

Hotspots are localized

regions on a photovoltaic

(PV) module that exhibit

significantly higher temperatures

than the surrounding areas. These

temperature anomalies are often

invisible to the naked eye but can

have serious implications for the

module’s electrical performance,

reliability, and safety. Hotspots are

widely regarded as one of the most

persistent and detrimental forms of

performance degradation in solar

panels, often arising from shading,

cell mismatch, and other factors.

While the average surface

temperature of a module under

standard operating conditions might

range between 45–70°C, hotspot

regions can exceed 100°C, potentially


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damaging cell interconnections,

encapsulants, or even causing

module burnout in extreme cases.

These thermal imbalances not only

reduce power output but can also

shorten the lifespan of a PV system.

Causes of Hotspot

Formation

Hotspots typically originate

from partial obstructions or

inconsistencies within a module

that force certain cells or cell regions

to operate in reverse bias, thereby

dissipating power as heat instead of

generating electricity.

Shading Effects

One of the most common causes is

partial shading due to nearby objects

like trees, poles, or dirt accumulation.

When a cell in a series string is

shaded, it acts as a resistive load,

heating up while the rest of the string

continues to drive current through it.

Cell Mismatch

Variations in electrical properties

among cells, degradation, or

microcracks can result in uneven

current flow. Cells with lower

current generation capacity become

bottlenecks and, under forced

current, dissipate excess energy as

heat.

Defective Bypass Diodes

Bypass diodes are intended to

protect shaded or underperforming

cells by redirecting current flow. A

failed or incorrectly functioning diode

can leave a cell vulnerable to reverse

bias operation, intensifying local

heating.

Manufacturing Defects

Localized impurities, edge isolation

failures, poor soldering, and broken

interconnect ribbons can introduce

electrical discontinuities or elevated

series resistance—both of which

contribute to hotspot development.

Impact on Performance and

Safety

Electrical Degradation

A hotspot leads to increased series

resistance and non-uniform current

generation, lowering the fill factor

and overall module efficiency. Even a

small hotspot, if sustained over time,

can reduce energy yield by several

percentage points annually.

Material Damage

The localized high temperature can

thermally degrade the encapsulant

(typically EVA or POE), causing

browning, delamination, or bubble

formation. The backsheet may

discolor or crack, and solder joints

might melt or fail.

Long-Term Reliability

Frequent hotspot occurrences

accelerate potential-induced

degradation (PID), increase

interconnect fatigue, and promote

arc faults. These degrade system

reliability and may lead to complete

module failure before the expected

25–30-year lifespan.

Fire Hazard

In worst-case scenarios, hotspots

can reach ignition temperatures for

certain polymeric components. This

has led to several reported incidents

where hotspots contributed to

electrical fires, particularly in rooftop

systems with poor ventilation or

insufficient monitoring.

Detection Techniques

Early detection of hotspots is

essential for minimizing their impact.

Common diagnostic methods

include:

;;

Infrared (IR) Thermography:

Uses thermal cameras to

detect temperature anomalies

quickly, especially under load

conditions in sunny weather.

;;

Electroluminescence (EL)

Imaging: Captures cell-level

defects by applying voltage to

the module in dark conditions.

;;

IV Curve Tracing: Detects

deviations in I-V curves that

indicate resistive losses or

damaged cells.

;;

Drone-Based Inspection:

Enables fast thermographic

surveys for utility-scale plants.

Mitigation and Prevention

Strategies

;;

Bypass Diode Optimization:

Proper diode design reduces

reverse biasing risks.

;;

String Design and Orientation:

Avoids shading and mismatch

issues.

;;

Regular Cleaning and

Maintenance: Prevents soiling

from debris, dust, or bird

droppings.

;;

Quality Control in

Manufacturing: Ensures

defect-free modules through

rigorous screening and

uniform soldering.

Industry Standards and

Testing

IEC 61215 includes stress tests to

evaluate module susceptibility to

hotspots, such as:

;;

Hotspot Endurance Test:

Modules are subjected to

artificially induced reverse

bias conditions, and surface

temperature rise is monitored.

;;

Thermal Cycling and Damp

Heat Tests: Simulate aging

effects and test encapsulant

degradation, which hotspots

can accelerate.

Hotspots are a silent yet potent

threat to PV module performance,

often causing irreversible damage

before becoming visible. As solar

installations grow in scale and

complexity, early detection and

mitigation through better design,

diagnostics, and manufacturing

controls are essential to ensure longterm

efficiency, safety, and reliability.

Email: waaree@waaree.com

Website: www.waaree.com


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Outside view of the event location in Bad Arolsen

Technology Days 2025: Innovation,

conversation, insights into future of

glass processing

LiSEC Showcases Cutting-Edge Glass Processing Technologies and Automation

Solutions at Technology Days 2025

LiSEC highlighted innovative glass processing technologies, automation solutions, and

sustainability initiatives, offering valuable insights through expert presentations and a

factory visit to Energy Glas.

After a six-year break, the LiSEC

Technology Days took place

again in Bad Arolsen, Germany,

on 25–26 June 2025. Around 60 glass

processing specialists from Germany,

Austria, Switzerland, the Netherlands,

and Belgium gathered to discuss

current developments and practical

solutions.

The programme offered engaging

presentations on the latest LiSEC

technologies and an exclusive

factory visit to Energy Glas in

Wolfhagen, near Kassel. The seven

specialist presentations focused

on key topics in glass processing:

spacer application, system planning,

automation, software solutions,

logistics processes, and sustainability.

The highlights of the

presentations

Thanks to advanced simulation

technologies, almost all LiSEC

machines can now be realistically

simulated during the planning

phase—including cycle times,

material flows, and logistics

processes. LiSEC presented two

implementations: the “perfect

factory,” a highly automated line

with maximum throughput, and the

“complex factory,” a flexible solution

for producing challenging special

glass in confined spaces.

In the insulating glass production

area, new solutions for all common

spacer types were presented,

including the FSI-A frame mounting

station with an assembly aid and

the FSA-A flexible spacer applicator.

Integrated climbing aids on the FSI-A


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From grinding to the laser – Elias Leichtfried demonstrates new methods in glass processing

Welcome and opening of the event by

CEO Gottfried Brunbauer

Michael Palmanshofer during the presentation

on system planning in the flat glass industry

enable convenient setup of large

frames, as well as easy cleaning and

inspection of glass lites.

LiSEC also showcased innovations

in glass edge processing. New

procedures, from edge grinding

to laser processing, enable more

precise, faster, and more versatile

operations. The new LiTEC slider

technology ensures perfect

edges—even with poor breakage—

reducing scrap and associated costs.

Additionally, LiSEC presented new

laser applications, including precise

drilling (LDP-A), structured surface

processing and edge deletion

(LSP-A), and permanent glass

labelling (LMS-A).

The IG Sort systems fully automate

handling at the end of the insulating

glass line. Using robots, they ensure

continuous production, automatically

detect shipping racks, and place units

with constant precision—avoiding

deformation even with thermoplastic

spacers. They also allow temporary

storage of wet insulating glass units,

automatic rejection of defective

parts, and autonomous handling

of remakes, leading to greater

productivity, flexibility, and reduced

manual intervention.

LiSEC emphasised resourcesaving

machine solutions such as

the IGD-A and LiTEC Temperature

Control, which reduce energy and

water consumption, emissions,

and material usage. In 2025, LiSEC

received the EcoVadis bronze

medal for outstanding sustainability

solutions. Digital tools like the free

“Grafana” software help analyse

consumption data and optimise

prototypes.

In glass cutting, various efficiencyenhancing

approaches were

presented. A standout was the

new VSL-A double-bridge solution

featuring dynamic, self-learning load

optimisation.

In production planning, adaptive

optimisation was showcased: a

system that continuously analyses

data (orders, error messages,

downtimes) to dynamically create the

most efficient production plan while

meeting delivery deadlines despite

faults.

Exclusive factory visit to

Energy Glas

A highlight was the visit to Energy

Glas in Wolfhagen, where modern

LiSEC technology is used to

produce highly insulating glass.

The factory tour provided valuable

insights into automated processes.

Visitors, including Lothar Schleiner,

Operations Manager at Gethke Glas

Gronau GmbH, were impressed:

“I found the LSG glass cutting

on the VSL-A that processes glass

remnants of just 2 cm particularly

interesting—that’s really small. It

was also impressive to see the entire

organisation and automation of

production in process.”

The LiSEC Technology Days 2025

successfully demonstrated how

dynamic, innovative, and futureoriented

the glass industry is. With

expert presentations, new product

innovations, and an inspiring factory

tour, the event provided valuable

impetus for the future.

– Claudia GUSCHLBAUER

Email: claudia.guschlbauer@lisec.com

Website: www.lisec.com

CEO Gottfried Brunbauer in conversation with the participants

CFO Oliver Pichler talking to the visitors

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Cullet saves raw materials, energy and CO2 emissions.

Photo: AGC Glass Europe

Laminated safety glass in

vogue: How researchers

are now recycling it

Addressing Sustainability Challenges And Enabling

Closed-Loop Reuse Of Glass & PVB Interlayers

A new four-stage process for separating laminated

safety glass and PVB film promises sustainable

recycling, reducing waste and enabling reuse in

architectural and industrial applications.

The topic of “safety glass”

seems relevant: Many

glass manufacturers are

strengthening their laminated

safety glass production, developing

thinner laminates to save raw

materials, energy and weight

in façades or advancing to the

highest safety classes. Bulletproof,

explosion protection, etc. appear

to be attracting more interest

in unpredictable, volatile times,

especially for system-relevant

infrastructure.

On behalf of glasstec, the author

asked Steffen Schäfer, Technical

Director at the German Flat Glass

Association (BF, Bundesverband

Flachglas) and Dr Miriam Schuster,

Head of the Glass and Polymers

Research Group at the Institute of

Structural Analysis and Design at the

Technical University of Darmstadt,

whether the “feeling” of increased

activity in the field of safety glass

is appropriate and what research

is being conducted in the field of

safety glass.

B+L Marktdaten GmbH has

been regularly analysing the

markets for windows and façades

in all global markets relevant to

German companies on behalf of the

Bundesverband Flachglas e.V. (BF) for

20 years. This includes monitoring

production volumes and sales of

the different “types” of float glass,

coated glass, toughened safety

glass, laminated safety glass and

insulating glass. Unsurprisingly, the

persistently low level of construction

activity is also having a negative

impact on sales in the glass industry.

The weakening construction sector

does not appear to be a singular

problem, but rather the result of an

economic, political and social crisis:

interest rate increases and higher

borrowing costs, high construction

costs due to rising energy prices,

building materials, transport and

tradesmen’s services – first due

to supply bottlenecks caused by

the COVID-19 pandemic, then

due to inflation. At the same time,

there is a shortage of skilled labour,

meaning that construction times

are being extended, costs are rising

and planning reliability is suffering.

Increased uncertainty is also included

in this due to political and geopolitical

developments that are difficult to

predict, insufficient state subsidies


glasstec • 2

1a

1b

1c

1d

1e

The so-called “daisy effect” occurs when laminated safety glass is heated and indicates the beginning of bubble formation in the PVB. It is a key indicator for the optimum separation time.

In Figure 1-d and Figure 1-e (bottom row), you can also see that the film thickness has increased due to the daisy effect.

Figures: Maximilian Düwel, master’s thesis “Circular economy of laminated glass – investigations into the unmixed separation of glass and interlayer” (2024)

and the much-described basic

problem of strict German building

regulations and correspondingly long

approval processes. Finally, there is

the demographic and social change

with declining construction activity

in shrinking regions and increasing

requirements in growing urban

centres.

The German Flat Glass Association

provides an insight into the new

B+L figures on the market data for

windows and façades: “While all

types of glass have been affected by

declining sales since 2022, laminated

safety glass has stagnated at a

relatively high level, and sales are

even forecast to increase slightly

year-on-year in 2025. This is partly

due to a growing interest in safety

glass applications and the very active

work on DIN 18008 in recent years.

Fortunately, laminated safety glass

products are being favoured on the

market, especially in comparison to

basic glass”, explains Schäfer. One

of the major challenges facing the

flat glass industry – but also one of

its opportunities – is the increasing

demand for greater cost-effectiveness

and sustainability in safety glass: “The

glass industry is already making a lot

of progress here – manufacturers are

increasingly using renewable energy,

saving resources, developing products

with a lower carbon footprint and

effective ways to close their cycles.

They know that if they invest here,

they will create a good competitive

position for themselves in global

competition in the future.”

In progress: recycling

laminated safety glass

Sustainability is now also a

competitive advantage in economic

terms – but laminated safety glass

has been in a difficult position up

to now, as it is difficult to recycle

due to the film bond. Dr Miriam

Schuster, head of the Glass and

Polymers research group at the

Institute of Structural Analysis and

Design at the Technical University

of Darmstadt, reports: “We are

researching new ways to separate

and recycle laminated safety glass

by type, as it is now an integral part

of modern architecture, both in the

interior and the façade. While the

glass is theoretically fully recyclable

and PVB as a thermoplastic material

can also be recycled in principle, the

reality is sobering: The majority of old

laminated safety glass elements are

shredded and the glass fragments

are transferred to other industries, for

example for the production of glass

wool or hollow glass. The majority

of PVB residues are landfilled or

incinerated. The separation of

glass and interlayer has so far been

the biggest obstacle to a genuine

recycling or reuse cycle.”

A team of researchers led by

Dr Miriam Schuster and Prof Dr

Johannes Kuntsche from the

Department of Structural Engineering

at Darmstadt University of Applied

Sciences (h_da) has taken up this

challenge. At the “CircuClarity One”

conference, which took place at

glasstec 2024, they presented

preliminary investigations into

an innovative process that

allows laminated safety glass to

be separated by type without

glass breakage and without PVB

contamination. The aim is to enable

the reuse or closed-loop recycling


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After the separation process, intact glass panes and large pieces of film free of

glass dust are obtained.

Photo: Dr Miriam Schuster, TU Darmstadt

of the glass sheets as well as the

recycling of the PVB film.

Their separation method

is based on a four-stage

process:

;;

Heating: The glass samples are

heated to approx. 170-220°C

until the so-called “daisy

effect” (formation of bubbles

in the film) has fully formed.

;;

Mechanical separation: The

laminates are sheared and

pulled apart in a manually

guided device. Crucial:

The interlayer is separated

cohesively without damaging

the glass.

;;

Water treatment: Heat

treatment in water leads to

improved separation.

;;

Peeling: Finally, the remaining

intermediate layer is removed

mechanically.

Freshly produced samples of different

types of structure, different PVB

adhesion levels (high, medium),

different interlayer moisture contents

(0.32-0.66%), different lamination

processes – and, of course, aged

samples – were analysed. In addition,

different temperatures were analysed

for step 1. The result: The lower the

temperature is, the longer it takes

for the daisy effect to fully develop.

The adhesion of the PVB significantly

influences the separation process

during peeling in step four, but not

significantly during mechanical

separation in the second step.

The successful separation of LSG

enables closed-loop recycling as

cullet in float glass plants and even

reuse, e.g. glass sheets in secondary

applications. However, Schuster

believes that further steps are

required for successful, practical

and industrial implementation, such

as an in-depth analysis of the daisy

effect during the heating of LSG,

the industrial scaling of the heating

process or automated peeling,

the optimisation of the process

parameters and an evaluation of the

material quality after separation. A

corresponding research proposal

for further development has already

been submitted.

On 20-23 October 2026 in

Düsseldorf, glasstec 2026 will once

again be the central and impulsegiving

leading trade fair for the

exchange of ideas on future topics in

the glass industry. With the special

show “glass technology live” and the

associated “glasstec conference”, the

trade fair will bring together research,

manufacturers and users who want

to help shape the future. In this

context, visitors can also look forward

to a follow-up event on the topic of

circularity: “CircuClarity Two”.

About the author

Marc Everling studied media

education (TU Braunschweig) and

has been a communications and

marketing specialist in the glass

industry for more than 20 years.

Author: Marc Everling

– Angela Meier-Buntenbroich

Email: MeierA@messe-duesseldorf.de

Website: www.glasstec.de


Event

Sail Glass brings next-generation tempering

technology to glasspro INDIA 2025

Advanced, Energy-Efficient Furnaces Tailored For India’s Architectural,

Automotive & Solar Glass Processing Industries

Sail Glass will present next-generation tempering technology at glasspro INDIA 2025,

highlighting energy-efficient, customized furnace solutions and long-term support for

India’s expanding glass processing market.

Sail Glass, one of China’s most

trusted manufacturers of highperformance

glass tempering

furnaces, is proud to announce its

participation in glasspro INDIA 2025,

South Asia’s premier international

exhibition for the flat glass processing

industry, scheduled to take place in

Mumbai, India.

As India experiences rapid

growth in infrastructure, real estate,

automotive, and solar sectors, the

demand for quality glass processing

equipment continues to rise. Sail

Glass is committed to empowering

Indian manufacturers with worldclass

technology, unmatched

technical support, and long-term

partnerships.

Through its participation in

glasspro INDIA, Sail Glass aims to

connect with processors, developers,

and OEMs across the country and

Fire-resistant Glass Tempering Machine

share its vision for high-efficiency,

intelligent glass tempering solutions

tailored to the Indian market.

“India has always been a market of

strategic importance for us,” said Mr.

Song, CEO, Sail Glass. “We have seen

tremendous growth in the region and

are proud that many of India’s top

processors trust our technology. At

glasspro 2025, we are here not just

to showcase our product capabilities,

but to build collaborations that

support the future of Indian glass

processing.”

Over the years, Sail Glass has built

a strong reputation for producing

energy-efficient, fully automated

tempering furnaces with precise

control systems, robust engineering,

and consistent output quality. The

company’s product line caters

to various applications — from

architectural and interior glass to

automotive, fire resistant and solar

glass segment needs.

“What sets Sail Glass apart is our

customized engineering approach

and commitment to customer

success. Whether it’s a large-scale

factory or a mid-sized processor,

we provide the right solution and

reliable after-sales service,” added Mr.

Manoj Verma, Country Head - India.

“glasspro INDIA gives us a platform to

engage directly with the industry and

better understanding the evolving

requirements of Indian processors.”

The Sail Glass team will be

available at the exhibition to discuss

project requirements, offer technical

consultations, and share success

stories from global installations —

including several from India.

Visit Sail Glass at glasspro

INDIA 2025

Industry professionals are invited to

visit the Sail Glass booth to explore

advanced furnace solutions, network

with the team, and discuss how

Sail Glass can support their growth

journey in India’s evolving glass

industry.

About Sail Glass

Sail Glass specializes in the design

and manufacturing of state-of-theart

glass tempering furnaces.

Top Fan Convection Tempering Machine

Email: info@sailglass.net

Website: www.sailglass.net


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Event

Guang Dong Lifeng unveils advanced glass

processing solutions at glasspro INDIA 2025

From Architectural To Appliance Glass, Lifeng Brings Fully Integrated, Intelligent

Pre-Processing Technologies

Lifeng showcases cutting-edge grinding, edging, and automation solutions for

architectural, shower, and appliance glass segments at India’s premier glass expo.

Guang Dong Lifeng Intelligent

Technology Co., Ltd, a leading

manufacturer of intelligent

glass processing equipment, is proud

to announce its participation in

glasspro INDIA 2025, taking place

from September 10–12, 2025, at the

Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai,

India.

As one of the most anticipated

events in the flat glass industry,

glasspro INDIA provides an ideal

platform for global leaders to exhibit

their latest advancements and forge

strategic partnerships in the rapidly

growing Indian market.

Lifeng Will Showcase the Following

Solutions:

LIFENG provides comprehensive

pre-processing and edging solutions

across multiple segments:

;;

Architectural Glass: Highspeed

rough grinding, fine

polishing, and corner dubbing

with intelligent automation.

;;

Shower Glass: Complete

line solutions for precision

processing, including highpolish

edging, drilling, and

cut-outs.

;;

Home Appliance Glass:

Automated straight grinding,

pencil edging, corner dubbing,

and grooving, integrated with

drilling and cut-out machines

for efficient manufacturing.

Laser technology can also be

integrated to boost processing speed

and efficiency.

glasspro INDIA 2025 details:

;;

Dates: September 10–12, 2025

;;

Venue: Bombay Exhibition

Centre (BEC), Mumbai, India

;;

Booth: A22

“We are excited to bring our

latest technologies to the Indian

market and connect with partners,

professionals, and customers

who are driving the future of the

glass industry,” said Claire Ho,

Sales Manager at Lifeng Intelligent

Technology. “Our team is looking

forward to sharing our expertise

and exploring new opportunities for

collaboration.”

Attendees are invited to visit the

Lifeng booth (A22) to experience

live demonstrations, meet technical

experts, and explore how Lifeng’s

intelligent solutions can elevate their

glass processing operations.

–Ms. Claire Ho

Email: export@lifeng-machinery.com

Website: www.lifeng-machinery.com


Event

Lijiang Glass to showcase cutting-edge

IGU automation at glasspro INDIA 2025

Global Machinery Leader Brings Smart Insulated Glass Production, Sorting

Solutions To India’s Premier Flat Glass Processing Exhibition

Lijiang Glass will present next-gen IGU automation and smart machinery at glasspro

INDIA 2025 to support India’s evolving glass sector.

Jinan Lijiang Automation

Equipment Co., Ltd., a leading

force in the intelligent glass

processing machinery industry, is

proud to announce its participation in

glasspro INDIA 2025, India’s premier

exhibition for flat glass processing,

products, and technologies. The

event will be held at Hall No. 3,

Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai,

where global innovators and industry

trailblazers will converge from

September 10–12, 2025.

With a steadfast reputation for

precision engineering and smart

automation, Lijiang Glass will unveil

its latest generation of insulated

glass machinery, TPS line, and highefficiency

glass sorting systems

designed to meet the evolving needs

of the Indian market and beyond.

“India’s glass processing sector

is evolving rapidly, and we believe

the timing is perfect to strengthen

our presence in the region,” said Ms.

Rose Li, Sales Manager of Lijiang

Automation. “Our mission is to

empower fabricators with machines

that don’t just improve output, but

also reduce labor dependency and

ensure consistent quality.”

At Booth B62, Lijiang will display

its 2000*3000 mm automatic

sealing robot. The company’s team of

engineers and specialists will be on

hand to provide live demonstrations,

personalized consultations, and

insights into how its automation

systems are transforming factories

into future-ready production units.

Having served over 60 countries

worldwide, Lijiang brings both global

expertise and regional adaptability—

offering customizable solutions for

IGU production, automatic butyl

coating, molecular sieve filling, and

more. Lijiang’s India team includes

four engineers and one sales

manager, supported by a dedicated

spare parts office in New Delhi. The

company’s machinery is built not

just for performance but also for

longevity, energy efficiency, and userfriendly

operation.

glasspro INDIA serves as an

essential platform for dialogue,

discovery, and development in the

flat glass ecosystem. Jinan Lijiang

Automation’s participation reaffirms

its commitment to innovation and

collaboration in one of the world’s

fastest-growing glass markets.

About the company

Lijiang Glass specializes in the R&D

and manufacturing of insulated glass

and automatic glass production

equipment. With state-of-theart

production facilities in Jinan,

China, the company is dedicated to

delivering precision solutions that

drive factory automation across the

globe.

–Ms. Rose

Email: sales@lijiang-glass.com

Website: www.ljglassmachinery.com


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Event

Glass Bulletin Awards 2025

to honour glass industry

trailblazers this September

Glass Industry’s Biggest Celebration Of Innovation

And Excellence Returns On 10th September At

NESCO, Mumbai

Final preparations are underway for the Glass Bulletin

Awards 2025, India’s leading glass industry awards,

ceremony.

The countdown has begun for

the 6th edition of the Glass

Bulletin Awards, the most

anticipated recognition platform in

India’s glass industry. Organised by

Glass Bulletin, the flagship event will

take place on 10th September 2025

at the Bombay Exhibition Centre

(NESCO), Mumbai, alongside glasspro

INDIA 2025.

Now in its sixth year, the Glass

Bulletin Awards (GBA) continue to

celebrate the finest innovations,

excellence, and inspiring leadership

across the glass value chain. With

over 800 industry professionals,

entrepreneurs, and key stakeholders

expected to attend, the 2025 edition

promises to be the biggest yet.

The awards span across categories

that reflect both legacy and emerging

trends in the sector—from glass

processing, trading, and showroom

innovation to women empowerment,

young entrepreneurs, and the

Make in India initiative. A jury of

esteemed industry experts will assess

nominations based on stringent,

transparent criteria to ensure the

most deserving are honoured.

“We are thrilled to host the 6th

Glass Bulletin Awards and bring

together the community to recognise

those who are shaping the future of

India’s glass industry,” said Lakhan

Singh, Editor & Publisher of Glass

Bulletin. “The event is more than just

a ceremony—it’s a celebration of

innovation, resilience and visionary

thinking.”

Key Highlights of Glass

Bulletin Awards 2025:

;;

Prestigious award categories

reflecting the full spectrum of

the industry

;;

Keynote speeches by thought

leaders and industry veterans

;;

Networking with over 800

glass professionals

;;

Entertainment and a cocktail

dinner reception

Award

Best Glass Showroom Award

Best Individual Employee of the Year

Pathbreaking Women in Glass Industry

Leading Glass Processor Award

Leading Glass Trading Company Award

Make in India Initiative (Machinery, Tools,

Accessories)

Most Active Personality of the Year

The Changemaker Award

Young Emerging Company Award

Young Entrepreneur Award

Award Categories & Eligibility Snapshot

Highlights & Criteria

About Glass Bulletin Awards:

Launched in 2016 by Glass Bulletin,

the Glass Bulletin Awards have grown

into the most trusted and admired

awards platform for the Indian

glass industry. With a transparent,

bias-free selection process, GBA

continues to recognise innovations,

business leadership, and individuals

transforming the future of glass

manufacturing and processing.

Customer-focused, innovative display; showroom opened after

Jan 1, 2021; no repeat winners

10+ years in the industry, 5+ years in current company

Female professionals with 10+ years of outstanding

contribution

Recognises 5+ year-old companies with excellence in

technology and quality

5+ years of industry experience, broad supply chain impact

60%+ indigenously manufactured products, not imported

Highly visible leader with a record of attending key industry

events

Recognising organisations driving sustainability or social change

Startups registered within the last 3 years showing fast growth

Innovators aged 18–30 with minimum 3 years of experience in

the sector

Visit: www.glassbulletinawards.com for more details.

Website: www.glassbulletinawards.com


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Product Hunt

TAITON redefines architectural glass

hardware with intelligent partition &

smart sliding solutions

Innovative, Design-Forward Systems Merge Aesthetics, Functionality, And Smart

Integration To Elevate Commercial Interiors

TAITON launches advanced partition and sliding systems, blending sleek design, smart

technology, and durability for next-gen workspaces.

TAITON Hardware Pvt Ltd, a

trusted name in premium glass

hardware, proudly showcases

its latest innovations in modern

partition systems and intelligent

sliding door solutions.

As workspaces evolve, TAITON has

positioned itself at the forefront with

solutions that seamlessly combine

functionality, aesthetics, and smart

integration:

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Minimalist frameless office

partitions (available in slim

and double-glaze profiles)

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Curved profile systems for

a distinctive architectural

aesthetic

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Complete hardware solutions,

including locks, patch fittings,

and sliding kits

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TAM-DL-SLIMSEC: a sleek

biometric lock for uPVC and

aluminium profile doors

TAITON’s engineering ensures easy

installation, long service life, and

compatibility with leading design

trends. Its customer-focused

approach makes it a reliable partner

for large-scale architectural projects.

“From privacy to automation,


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today’s interiors demand more than

just function—they require designforward,

secure, and seamless

systems. That’s where TAITON steps

in,” said the TAITON management

team.

The expanding TAITON range

includes three- and four-linkage

inter-moving doors, framed slidingfolding

systems, and integrated

accessories designed for silent

performance and durability.

With TAITON Experience Hubs

in Hyderabad, Delhi, Bangalore,

Kerala, Maharashtra and Gujarat,

the company offers full-spectrum

support to architects, builders,

and fabricators across India. These

systems improve operational

efficiency and acoustic performance

while delivering a premium user

experience through refined

mechanical detailing and minimalist

design.

Continuous investment in

R&D keeps TAITON’s offerings at

the cutting edge of global design

standards. Its in-house design team

collaborates closely with architects

and consultants to deliver solutions

that are functional, visually striking,

and tailored to project needs.

By combining smart engineering

with deep insight into end-user

requirements, TAITON is not only

supplying products—it is shaping

environments that inspire confidence

and creativity.

About the company

Founded in 2017, TAITON Hardware

Pvt Ltd specializes in structural and

architectural hardware for glass and

wood applications. From smart locks

and frameless systems to custom

5D glass printing and automation,

TAITON delivers innovative, modular,

and elegant solutions for modern

spaces.

Email: customercare@taiton.in

Website: www.taiton.in


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