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As ESG performance becomes a defining factor in specification and tendering, Glass Express Midlands’ partnership with Guardian Glass is said to be leading the way in responsible supply. Demonstrating environmental responsibility is fast becoming a prerequisite for success for commercial projects, with ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) credentials and sustainable supply chains increasingly influencing tender outcomes. For Glass Express Midlands,...
Saint-Gobain Glass has been shortlisted in two categories of the prestigious G25 Awards, recognising its industry-leading commitment to sustainability and circularity in flat glass manufacturing and recovery. The company’s flagship Glass Forever programme is celebrating a landmark achievement of recovering one million tonnes of end-of-life flat glass and is a finalist for Sustainability Initiative of the Year. The programme ensures that pre-...
Bohle’s managing director, Dave Broxton, discusses why investing in the next generation of installers is essential to closing the industry’s skills gap and securing the future of the trade. There’s a worrying statistic doing the rounds: Screwfix’s 2025 Voice of the Trade report found that one in four tradespeople plan to retire in the next five years. That’s a quarter...
Pyroguard has developed a thinner, lighter glass specifically for balustrades that achieves A2 fire-rated performance and contains less encapsulated CO2. In partnership with Q-railing, a specialist in balustrade systems, the product has been successfully tested and is said to be the first approved balustrade system of its kind to reach the market. The new Pyroguard Balustrades Evo range has been...
Glass Express Midlands has been shortlisted for two accolades at the 2025 G-Awards; for the second year running, it is a finalist in the Glass Company of the Year category, while its technical manager, Kirsty Fortnam, has been nominated for the Unsung Hero Award which recognises her outstanding community involvement. “These nominations reflect our team’s dedication to industry excellence and...
Slim Uni-Blinds integral blinds designed to fit within the 16mm cavity of a double or triple glazed unit are available in more colours than ever after the introduction of six new colours by Morley Glass, including black and agate grey. The ScreenLine SL16 Venetian integral blind system, which is exclusively available in the UK from Morley Glass, differs from standard...
According to Topline Glass in Somerset, delivery reliability is now one of the biggest issues facing glass buyers – and the company has highlighted how its unique approach is setting new standards for customer service in the sector. As reports grow of fabricators and installers struggling with inconsistent drop-offs and driver shortages, Topline has doubled down on the three elements...
Swisspacer has launched Ultimate Nyxé, a new variant of its premium spacer bar Swisspacer Ultimate that features a striking, all-black design while incorporating 33% recycled content. “With Swisspacer Ultimate Nyxé, we demonstrate how functionality, aesthetics, and sustainability can be combined in a single component,” said Matthias Bach, CEO. “At the same time, this new product joins the portfolio of Saint-Gobain’s...
Saint-Gobain Glass has been shortlisted in two categories of the prestigious G25 Awards, recognising its industry-leading commitment to sustainability and circularity in flat glass manufacturing and recovery. The company’s flagship Glass Forever programme is celebrating a landmark achievement of recovering one million tonnes of end-of-life flat glass and is a finalist for Sustainability Initiative of the Year. The programme ensures that pre-...
Pilkington Technology Management (NSG Group) has signed an agreement with Ukrainian company NovaSklo to provide engineering support for the construction of a float glass production line in the Kyiv region. The NSG Group engineers will provide technical expertise upon request of the project team at all stages of design, construction, and launch of the NovaSklo float glass plant. The company...
Diamon-Fusion International (DFI), a global leader in protective glass coatings and restoration solutions, has entered a supply partnership with Independent Glass (IG) – one of the UK’s largest glass manufacturers – through DFI’s UK distributor, Advanced Processing Machinery, led by Richard Gerrard. The agreement expands DFI’s footprint across England and Scotland, bringing Diamon-Fusion nano-coating technology to IG’s broad customer base....
Guardian Glass has launched Claria, a generative AI-powered assistant that helps customers navigate the technical aspects of glass and product selection. Available now on the Guardian Glass website, the Claria assistant combines decades of manufacturing expertise and product knowledge in a single AI-powered assistant. Customers can access extensive information, receive tailored recommendations, and find answers on everything from glass performance...
2025 has marked a landmark year for Twinseal, as the IGU manufacturer celebrates a series of impressive milestones – including 50 years since it was founded by Allan Cowen and 20 years since its partnership with Edgetech. Now a third-generation family business, Twinseal continues to be led by Allan’s son Billy, and Billy’s eldest son Lee, who joined the company...
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...