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December/January 2012
The first issue of 2012 includes a review of Glassman Turkey's successful debut, which capitalised on the country's burgeoning glass industry. A supplier profile looks at the activities of Iris Inspection Machines from the perspective of Chief Executive Officer, Jean-Luc Logel, while a regional report provides an update on the Czech Republic's famous glass industry, which appears to be on the road to recovery from the global recession.
Other features of this issue focus on developments in decoration, as well as different aspects of glass processing told by various specialists in the sector.
Recent News
NSG appoints Executive Vice President
NSG Group has announced the appointment of Keiji Yoshikawa to the position of Representative Executive Officer and Executive Vice President.
Pilkington announces plans to close UK line
The owner of glass manufacturer Pilkington, Nippon Sheet Glass (NSG), has announced that it will close one of its three UK production lines in an effort to cut costs.
Report predicts volatility for European container glass
According to a recently published report by Moody’s Investors Service, while demand for glass packaging products is likely to remain steady overall in Europe, the majority of European glass container producers will be exposed to volatility in energy costs over the next 12-18 months.
DuPont and Suntech sign agreement
DuPont and Suntech have signed an agreement to help increase the supply of photovoltaic (PV) materials and technologies for the growing global market for solar energy.
Recent Features
Cord dispersal system reduces cat scratches on glass
In this article, Les Gaskell* introduces a cord dispersal system designed to eliminate cat scratches on glass by slow, continuous stirring.
Automatic inspection and packing of glass tableware
Manual inspection and packaging of glass tableware is perhaps the most common method among manufacturers. However, rising labour costs and growing production speeds are making automatic inspection more necessary. Klaus Pöting* explains the function and benefits of an automatic inspection system.
Platinum group metals in glass manufacturing
This article by Jonathan Butler* explores the use of platinum group metals in glass manufacture, key trends and dynamics in the market, and prospects for the future.
The golden age of English glass
For this special feature, Glass International is pleased to publish an extract from a new book, ‘The Golden Age of English Glass 1650-1775’, by Dwight P Lanmon, FSA. This beautifully presented book features 150 objects from the collection of John H Bryan, ranging from c.1650 to 1809. These enable a full and detailed discussion of the history of English glassmaking during its critical period of innovation and its world triumph. The following extract is taken from the chapter ‘A Brief History of Glassmaking in England’.