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Thermoseal Group’s sales director, Mark Hickox, explains why properly sealing your IGU corners is a simple but essential step in maximising unit longevity – and avoiding costly warranty claims down the line. Corners are critical. In the manufacture of IG sealed units, it’s the areas you don’t see – like improperly sealed spacer joints – that often pose the biggest...
By Steve Severs, managing director of Saint-Gobain Glass UK. As one of the world’s leading flat glass manufacturers, Saint-Gobain Glass began production of its innovative range of glass solutions in the UK at our award winning Eggborough factory in 2000. That means we’re celebrating our 25th anniversary this year – and while it’s not the 360th anniversary that our parent company is celebrating in France –...
As Regency Glass approaches the launch of its most ambitious product yet, a revolutionary ultra-thin glass triple-glazed unit, the family-run company reflects on more than 40 years of innovation, strong partnerships, and steady growth that have made it one of the UK’s most forward-thinking glass manufacturers. Founded in 1983 in a modest 2,000 sq. ft unit on Brown Street South,...
The incoming Future Homes Standard signals a pivotal shift in how new homes will be built in England, with implementation expected from late 2026 onwards. The focus remains firmly on delivering zero-carbon-ready homes built to rigorous fabric and energy efficiency standards from the outset, which is a defining moment for the glazing industry. Here, Paul Higgins, commercial director at TuffX,...
As demand for energy efficiency grows across the glazing industry, Regency Glass is preparing to launch a groundbreaking product that could remove many of the long-standing obstacles to triple glazing. Glass Times editor Luke Wood speaks to Bradley Beazant, chief development officer at Regency Glass, to discover why the company believes its new ultra-thin glass, triple-glazed IGU could reshape the...
Thermoseal Group’s sales director, Mark Hickox, explains why having an in-house lab is vital to the component manufacturer’s success. At Thermoseal Group, we’ve never been content with just meeting the minimum. When it comes to the performance of our IGU components, we’ve always believed in doing things properly - and that means putting every product we make through its paces...
Mike Moran, Edgetech’s vice president of sales (Europe & UK), explains how Edgetech's warm edge technology has delivered outstanding energy performance without compromising design in two groundbreaking Danish developments. When it comes to sustainable building design, there's no one-size-fits-all solution – but there are essential components that consistently deliver results. Edgetech’s Super Spacer warm edge technology has proven this point...
Simon Boocock, MD at CR Laurence, talks about why sliding glass doors are proving so popular in domestic as well as commercial settings. Over the last few years, demand has grown for premium glazing solutions that add value, as well as a high-end aesthetic, to projects. Once considered something of a niche feature, sliding glass doors have become highly sought...
Bohle’s director of finance and administration, Andrea Dench, recently spent time working with colleagues in the warehouse to gain valuable insight into their roles. We explore the significant benefits of cross-departmental awareness for Bohle, and its customers. “I think the best way to get to know a company, and the way the different departments interlink with each other, is to...
After 45 years of dedication, mischief, and masterful craftsmanship, Mike Rastrick is preparing to hang up his tools at Topline Glass in Ilminster. Since 1980, Mike has been a cornerstone of the company – part technician, part historian, and full-time source of amusement for his colleagues. With his signature blend of sharp wit and deep industry knowledge, Mike Rastrick has...
Steve Goodburn, business development director at Pyroguard, discusses the transition to European Standards for fire door systems and how the industry can ensure compliance. From September 2029, fire door systems tested to BS 476-22 will no longer meet UK building regulation requirements. Instead, compliance must be demonstrated through testing and classification under the European Standard; BS EN 13501-2. This change...
Glass Times editor, Luke Wood, visits the new Press Glass factory in Port Talbot, South Wales, a hugely impressive, purpose-built facility that combines a wealth of state-of-the-art machinery, sustainable operations and an intimate knowledge of glass production. Standing inside the brand-new Press Glass factory in Port Talbot, South Wales, it’s hard not to be struck by the sheer scale, precision,...
Neil Syder, managing director at Pilkington UK, reflects on how the glass industry’s push towards decarbonisation aligns with the latest Climate Change Committee advice and why collaboration is key. The UK’s Climate Change Committee (CCC) recently issued a series of recommendations in its Seventh Carbon Budget, including measures aimed at decarbonising the manufacturing sector to help keep the UK within...
On her 25th year at Bohle, we talk to customer services manager, Helen McKerracher, to get her take on the industry, the future and her career highs and lows. Glass Times (GT): Helen, can you talk us through your Bohle career? Helen McKerracher (HM): So, I didn't come straight into Bohle as the customer service manager in 2000. I started...
With the average spend of home improvements projects increasing, high-end glazing solutions have emerged as a lucrative opportunity for installers. Partnering with a comprehensive glass supplier is a strategic move that can unlock this high-margin market for installers. The UK home improvement market is valued at over £55 billion a year, with a significant portion of that driven by high-net-worth...
In a market where speed and precision are critical, installers need more than just a reliable product – they need a supplier that listens. Daniel Büchner, Bohle’s senior vice president of development and engineering, explains how the hardware manufacturer use the power of in-house R&D to create tailormade products for their customers. At Bohle, in-house design, development, and manufacturing allows...
Thermoseal Group’s sales director, Mark Hickox, explains why the knowledge and experience of your supplier’s team can be just as valuable as the products they provide. The perfect IGU isn’t just about having the right materials – it’s about having the right support, guidance, and expertise behind those materials. Afterall, the difference between a supplier and a true partner lies in the experience and knowledge that...
By Mike Butterick, marketing director, Saint-Gobain Glass. In a groundbreaking move towards sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain Glass has started UK production of Oraé, the world's first lower-carbon glass, at its Eggborough facility in Yorkshire. This strategic development underscores our commitment to reducing the carbon footprint of glass manufacturing without compromising on quality, aesthetics or performance. Oraé sets a new benchmark in...
By Paula Owen, director, GS-MR robotics. Range Rover, BMW, Mercedes – popular vehicles built by robots in an industry that turned to automation 40 plus years ago to remain in profitable business. It’s 2018. An IGU manufacturer makes the strategic decision to automate manual loading on a trusted IG line with a robotic solution that loads verified glass on its...
Glass Times editor, Luke Wood, visits Wellingborough glass processor, Double R Glass & Roofing, which has introduced new levels of product quality, efficiency and service with the addition of a state of the art Cooltemper furnace from glass machinery specialist, Unilam. As a previous G-Award winner for Glass Company of the Year, Wellingborough based Double R Glass & Roofing Systems...