Published by
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.
November 2011
The November issue of Glass International explores the area of pharmaceutical glass. An article from Schott, one of the leading manufacturers in this sector, explains the high quality needed for syringes, cartridges, ampoules and vials, as drugs like monoclonal antibodies, therapeutic proteins and vaccines place even higher demands on packaging.
In a feature on glass conditioning, we look at a cord dispersal system aimed at eliminating cat scratches on glass through continuous draining and stirring. This leads on to an article focusing on stirring methods and the technological development of stirrers within the glass manufacturing process.
A market focus on manufacturing glass tableware in the Czech Republic, which is famous for its Bohemian crystal, explores the rich glassmaking history within the region and the changes in economic order that have shaped the country’s glass industry.
October 2011
October 2011 sees a special edition of Glass International, as it features the Glassman Turkey 2011 catalogue, including a guide to exhibitors, floorplan, and a products and services guide. There is also a preview for the next Glassman Latin America, which will be held in Mexico City on 15th and 16th May 2012.
With a focus on the use of cullet in glassmaking, we take a look at the recycling of glass in the UK with an article from the recently appointed Head of Container Affairs for British Glass, as well as examining the current situation across the rest of Europe.
A feature on process control includes details of a laser-engraving machine aimed at offering total glass traceability, while a report on using calumite to reduce furnace emissions is another highlight of the issue.