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Glaskongress 2026 – April 22–23 at Kloster Haydau
On April 22 and 23, 2026, the German flat glass industry will gather at Kloster Haydau (Hesse) for the GLASKONGRESS […]
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Lesson 6 of the BF Training Series GLAS is now online
Troisdorf, 28 July 2025 – Lesson 6 of the Bundesverband Flachglas (BF) digital training programme is now available. This new lesson not only explains the key updates of the EU Construction Products Regulation compared to the previous version but also provides essential background on standardisation and building law. Upon completion of each lesson, participants receive a personalised certificate and [...]
PROJECT OF THE MONTH
585 Union Street, Brooklyn: Modern Glass Architecture with Bird Protection
A modern residential and commercial building with a clearly structured glass façade has been constructed at 585 Union Street in Brooklyn, New York City. Designed by the architectural firm Fogarty Finger Architects, the project combines sophisticated architecture with functional glass solutions. Bird-Friendly Glass FaçadeThe façade incorporates ORNILUX® mikado and sunbelt A51. These insulating glass solutions not only provide efficient solar [...]
“Strong partnership for quality and innovation in the flat glass industry"
As a long-standing partner of the BF, we are jointly committed to the highest quality standards and sustainable developments in the industry. The close exchange within the industry promotes innovation, strengthens the transfer of knowledge and supports the entire industry. Such trusting partnerships also result in new, pioneering products. For example, our Temper Scanner, which emerged from the intensive dialogue with our partners - developed to further optimize quality control. This close cooperation is of great importance to us - today and in the future!
Sandra Kugler
VP Sales and Marketing – Viprotron GmbH
Links to our partner sites
Fensterbau Frontale
Website of Fensterbau Frontale – the world’s leading trade fair for windows, doors, and facades. Discover trends and innovations from March 24 to 27, 2026, in Nuremberg.
Gütegemeinschaft Flachglas e.V.
The Gütegemeinschaft Flachglas e. V. awards the RAL quality marks and monitors the requirements for the use of quality marks.
RTG
Website of the RTG (Repräsentanz Transparente Gebäudehülle) for the glass, windows, facades, automation and sun protection sectors. Our political mouthpiece in Berlin for our members and supporting members.
