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Glass Express Midlands’ managing director, Arun Photay, reflects on two years at the helm of the Birmingham-based IGU manufacturer. When I look back on my first two years in the glass industry, the overwhelming feeling is one of gratitude. I have been welcomed into what I can only describe as a fantastic community – one built on trust, collaboration, and a...
Glass Express Midlands has reported a 15% increase in sales in the first half of 2025, compared to the same period in 2024. The company says this has been fuelled by its expanding delivery capabilities, operational efficiency, and new commercial contracts. Serving both the residential and commercial markets, Glass Express Midlands currently produces an average of 3,000 IGUs per week,...
Thermoseal Group says that it manufactured 60% more Thermoflex in July compared to June, reflecting a growing demand for the company’s UK-manufactured warm-edge solutions, in both domestic and international installations. It comes as the industry is under pressure to deliver IGUs that meet stricter energy efficiency standards, driving demand for warm-edge technologies that enhance thermal performance and meet sustainability targets....
Morley Glass has revealed that its post-consumer IGU recycling scheme has now saved the need for around 4,000 tonnes of virgin sand in new glass manufacturing, and cut the CO2 emissions resulting from the process by over 1,800 tonnes. The success of the pioneering, post-consumer IGU recycling scheme launched by Uni-Blinds integral blinds manufacturer Morley Glass in 2021, now means...
Glass Express Midlands has upgraded its manufacturing operations with the installation of a new CMS Aura arrisser, supplied and installed by machinery specialist, Lamberts. The £350,000 investment is part of the company’s strategy to improve efficiency and sustainability across its Oldbury site. The CMS Aura reportedly consumes 73% less energy than the machine it replaces, while also delivering enhanced edge...
A new residential development in Watford bringing forward 278 homes, is setting a benchmark for sustainable construction in the UK, reportedly becoming the first project in the UK to install Pilkington Mirai, the lowest carbon alternative to Pilkington UK’s standard glass. Pilkington provided Pilkington Mirai Suncool 70/35 for the 1 Sydney Road scheme, developed by Signia. The project, which includes residential apartments along with amenity...
Since joining RegaLead’s sales team in March, industry veteran Matthew Yates says he ‘has hit the ground running’ – bringing nearly four decades of fenestration experience and already making a strong impact with customers and colleagues. Covering the South of England, Matthew’s role is focused on supporting existing customers and building new relationships across the region. His appointment came as...
Bohle has launched a standalone black Alva fitting, as well as an Alva with back check. The black colourway of the Alva self-closing patch fitting, which was previously only included in the PT20 and PT24 sets, has now been released as a single product. “At Bohle, we know that margins are tight for installers,” explained Paul Miller, national sales manager...
Edgetech has revealed that it has played a major part in the thin triple solution that is set to revolutionise triple glazing. Edgetech partnered with machinery manufacturer Forel to deliver the step forward in energy-efficient glazing: a fully automated production line for thin triples – ultra-thin, triple-glazed insulating glass units that offer the performance of conventional triple glazed units without...
As the commercial construction sector becomes increasingly complex and sustainability-led, Glass Express Midlands says it is proving that adaptability, technical expertise and responsible manufacturing can coexist at scale. From office blocks to schools, retail developments to high-rise apartments, the needs of commercial glazing have never been more diverse. It’s a challenge that technical manager, Kirsty Fortnam, and her team are...
When glazing specialist, Abelglass, faced growing challenges with space and outdated glass storage systems, the company turned to Flat Glass Solutions for a smarter, more efficient solution. The result has been a dramatic improvement in workshop organisation and productivity. Flat Glass Solutions, the exclusive UK and Ireland dealer for Hakon storage systems, provided Abelglass with a tailored manual racking system...
You are an experienced glass producer – you know what you’re doing, but you have a feeling that you could be keeping a tighter control on the quality of glass being delivered. Here are five signs that indicate you may need to improve your production processes: You’ve lost an important customer to your competitors, or you haven’t gained any new...
Bohle’s managing director, Dave Broxton, offers his ideas on how installers can utilise downtime to differentiate themselves from the competition. Running a business in this industry has never been easy – but right now, it feels harder than ever. Costs are up, work is down, and everyone I speak to is feeling the pressure. Good, experienced companies are being squeezed....
As economic and regulatory pressures mount, managing director of Glass Express Midlands, Arun Photay, calls for deeper collaboration across the glass, glazing and construction sectors – and a more constructive dialogue with government. We are at a pivotal moment in the built environment. In the wake of Grenfell, the UK has rightly introduced stronger safety legislation – including the Building...
Bohle has expanded its hardware portfolio with a new range of premium drop-down door seals – combining high acoustic performance, refined aesthetics, and installer-friendly features. Available in aluminium, black anodised, and raw mill finishes, the range has been developed to meet the needs of installers working with modern interior glass systems. Designed for internal glass doors in commercial and residential...
South West based Union Glass has announced the acquisition of Armada Glass, a specialist in bespoke interior glasswork. The acquisition is said to mark a significant step in Union Glass’s growth strategy. The move follows Union Glass’s £1.2 million investment in a new, purpose-built headquarters and factory, as well as the launch of its steel fabrication division in 2023. With...
Glass Express Midlands managing director, Arun Photay, shares his perspective on why a people-first approach remains essential – even as technology continues to reshape the sector. As a business owner navigating a fast-changing industry, I often find myself reflecting on how far technology has brought us – and how much further it could take us. At Glass Express Midlands, we've...
Bohle has launched a new battery-powered Veribor suction lifter, one that is designed to make the lifting of glass panels up to 120kg safer, while saving time and improving profitability. Operatives who already own the BO601 and BO601G Veribor suction lifters can retrofit the battery element to their existing stock – saving money and reducing waste. To do this, the...
Coventry-based Blinds in Glass Group has switched on its £75,000 brand new standard toughened glass IGU production facility, reportedly manufacturing 103 units in its first week. This investment has allowed BiGG to add to its existing range of products which includes integral blinds, glass roofs and composite doors. BiGG managing director, Ian Woolley, says he is focusing purely on producing...
Tony Palmer, head of sales at Edgetech, explores how automation can create new career paths in IGU manufacturing and make a big dent in the skills shortage. We often discuss automation purely in terms of production metrics, such as speed, accuracy, and output. Of course, these are vital considerations, particularly in today’s challenging economic environment for the glass and glazing...