Glass International

We're excited to introduce our first batch of exhibitors for #GlassmanAsia2025 These industry leaders will be showcasing the latest innovations in energy efficiency, quality control, packaging, logistics, and decorative possibilities, bringing together professionals and decision-makers from across the globe. Join us 12-13 February 2025 at BITEC, Bangkok. Find out more here > https://lnkd.in/g3GScP3N #glassindustry #glass #GlassIndustry #GlassInnovation #GlassTechnology AGR International Inc All Glass Srl Fives Gallus Group Glass Service Italy HarbisonWalker International ISIMAT GmbH Siebdruckmaschinen

𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐥𝐲 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐬𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐧𝐨𝐰 This week's industry news from O-I, Verallia, Leerdam Crisal Glass (LCGlass), Anchor Hocking, K2-CO2, Glass Futures, Canadian Premium Sand, and Ardagh Group. Elsewhere, a call for papers for Glassman Asia, which will take place in #Thailand in February 2025, and the shortlist for the British Glass Focus Awards is now available. #glassindustry #sustainability #decarbonisation #GlassmanAsia25

Call for papers - Glassman Asia in Bangkok A conference in #Bangkok, Thailand will focus on the Future of #Glass Manufacturing. The Glassman Asia conference will focus on the latest trends and #technologies in the glass #manufacturing segment. The organiser has issued a Call for Papers for the event, which takes place on February 12 and 13 at the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC). Among the topics expected to be under discussion are the industry's pathway to #decarbonisation, #sustainable production practices as well as the increased use of #digital technologies in the manufacturing process, such as #AI. The conference will take place over two days with presentations timed at 20 minutes each. Anyone interested in submitting a paper should contact Greg Morris at gregmorris@quartzltd.com The conference will run parallel to the Glassman Asia trade show, which is focused on the processes in the hot and cold end of glass manufacturing. #thailand #industry #digitalmanufacturing #packaging #asia #engineering #bestpractice

Get ready for Glassman Events 2025! 🌏Bringing the global glass manufacturing industry together in Bangkok, Thailand (Feb 12-13) and Istanbul, Turkey (May 14-15). Join us for cutting-edge technologies, industry insights, and unparalleled networking opportunities! 💡 📲Tag us and use the hashtag #GlassmanAsia25 to share your excitement and connect with other industry leaders! See you there! #Glassman2025 #GlassmanAsia25 #GlassIndustry #Bangkok2025 #Istanbul2025 #NetworkingEvent #IndustryLeaders #GlassManufacturing #InnovationInGlass #GlobalEvents

O-I and Verallia: Destocking activity has receded O-I and Verallia both believe the activity of destocking in #beers and soft #drinks had now concluded. In a quarterly report O-I said it believed destocking activity had receded in all categories other than spirits, which it said will likely continue until the end of 2024. Destocking has been widely blamed as the reason for the recent slowdown in the #glass manufacturing #industry. The world's largest container glass manufacturer said its customers, distributors and #retailers had adjusted their #inventory management practices to lower levels amid soft consumer #consumption activity. Verallia CEO Patrice Lucas echoed this view recently when he said destocking was at an end in the beer, non-alcoholic drinks and #food segments. “So in other words for the products which are produced, bottled and consumed locally we do not see any destocking effect anymore,” he said. He was more cautious about the spirits and #wine segments which are export-oriented. “We do believe that there is still a destocking effect, which is affecting our #market.” #france #usa #exports #economy #jobs

𝐀𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐠𝐡 𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐔𝐒 𝐠𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐲𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞 Ardagh Group has partnered with Don’t Trash Glass to increase #glass recycling rates in Chicago, #USA. Don’t Trash Glass is a programme in collaboration with the Glass Packaging Institute (GPI) and Glass King Recovery & Recycling. It aims to encourage bars, restaurants and local businesses to collect used glass #bottles separately from waste streams. The glass is then turned into new bottles, which improves regional #recycling rates. Brian Brandstatter, President and CEO of Ardagh Glass Packaging-North America, said: “Ardagh is an advocate for recycling initiatives that ensure a source of high-quality recycled glass, such as the Don’t Trash Glass programme. “The partnership symbolises our commitment to improving regional glass collection and recycling while advancing the circularity of glass bottles.” Last year, the programme collected 2.2 million pounds of glass from bars, restaurants and local businesses in its first-year partnership with Diageo North America in Illinois. #glassindustry #sustainability #closetheglassloop #circulareconomy

𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐥𝐲 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐬𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐧𝐨𝐰 This week's industry news from Glasstec, Stara Glass S.p.A., Forglass Sp. z o.o., Glass Technology Services, Vidrala, Bucher Emhart Glass, DSF Refractories & Minerals, FEVE – the European Container Glass Federation, and a 'Glass in Perspective' conference will take place at a historical French glassworks. Elsewhere, O-I jobs warning, Saint-Gobain and Schneider Electric have joined forces for digital glass technology, and IRIS Inspection machines and Video Systems forge glass inspection partnership. #glassindustry #manufacturing #innovation #technology #jobcuts

𝐎-𝐈'𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫, 𝐈𝐋, 𝐔𝐒𝐀 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐟𝐟 𝟏𝟓𝟐 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐬 O-I Glass has confirmed it will close its Streator site in Illinois, USA. A total of 152 people will lose their jobs. The world's largest container glass manufacturer issued a notice to Illinois state informing them of the decision. Glass International reported last week of an unnamed US plant that would close. According to information provided to the state, the first layoff date is December 21. The plant is projected to close on or after November 18. In making the closure announcement, a management team member said in an email to employees: “We have made the difficult decision to restructure the Americas North business, impacting multiple departments outside the plants. “These decisions were not made lightly and we will provide transition support to our impacted team members." #glassindustry #manufacturing #closure #usa

Saint-Gobain and Schneider Electric combine on #digital glass technology Schneider Electric and manufacturer Saint-Gobain have joined forces to deploy a software-defined #automation system for #glass production. Unveiled at last week’s glasstec – International Trade Fair 2024 the project addresses the need for enhanced reliability in the #lehr process. This furnace, vital for annealing and cooling flat glass, usually lasts for 15 to 20 years. Any downtime in the process halts production completely where even a one-minute power interruption can lead to up to six months of #production loss, can often require equipment replacement, and can cost up to €200,000 per day. Saint-Gobain together with Schneider Electric has developed the first open automation solution for the lehr process. The proof of concept (POC) is powered by Schneider Electric’s open automation technology, EcoStruxure Automation Expert (EAE) which decouples hardware and #software to allow devices and equipment to be freely connected across architecture layers, regardless of manufacturer. The project also enhances #safety and efficiency in glass #manufacturing, with EAE enabling autonomous drive capabilities and representing a major advancement in distributed #intelligence. The ‘smart’ drives control the two glass-pulling motors, allowing autonomous operation and critical process decision-making at the equipment level, including deciding which motor will pull the glass, performing quality checks and paving the way for predictive maintenance. Alex Richards, VP EMEA of Mining Minerals and Metals at Schneider Electric, said: "Our understanding of the float glass process has led to a #solution that ensures dependability, safety and productivity. “Autonomous drive technology enables #smart decision-making, and this solution, with its built-in modularisation and standardisation, provides immediate scalability, increased flexibility, and reliability.” The solution’s modular design means it is easy to deploy internationally with its plug-and-play interoperability enabling up to 50% reduction in engineering, testing and commissioning times. This scalability will enable Saint-Gobain to realise value at its sites and see exponential value globally. Pictured - The Schneider Electric team at last week's Glasstec trade show.

Glasstec 2024 reports 6.67% increase in visitors This week's Glasstec event saw an increase in visitors and exhibitors compared to the previous show in 2022. A total of 1,257 exhibitors from 50 countries and more than 32,000 trade visitors from 121 nations came together in Düsseldorf, Germany this week. This is a 6.67% increase compared to the 2022 edition which had 30,000 visitors. They experienced the latest technologies, trends and innovations along the entire glass production chain. Marius Berlemann, Chief Operating Officer of Messe Düsseldorf, said: “Despite the economic challenges, the mood was very positive and inspiring, with a focus on collaboration and progress." Egbert Wenninger, CCO Grenzebach Maschinenbau and Chairman of the Glasstec Exhibitor Advisory Board, added: “Glasstec was once again the meeting place for the global glass community.” For comparison, the 2022 edition of the trade show had 936 exhibitors from 47 countries. Glasstec 2024 had a high level of decision-makers with an almost 80% share of executives. Around 75% of trade visitors came from abroad, including numerous attendees from Europe, North America and Asia. Germany, Italy, France, Poland and the Netherlands were particularly well represented, as were the USA and China. The next edition will take place from 20 to 23 October 2026 in Düsseldorf. #glass #industry #furnaces #event #technology #engineering #hybrid #decarbonise #sustainable #manufacturing #germany #dusseldorf