The strong voice of the flat glass industry for Standardisation and technology  I  representation of interests I PR work and marketing

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The strong voice of the flat glass industry for Standardisation and technology  I  representation of interests I PR work and marketing

  • New UWG Rules for Environmental Claims Effective September 27, 2026

    With the Empowering Consumers Directive (EmpCo for short), the EU is tightening the rules against greenwashing and misleading environmental claims. In Germany, the requirements of the EmpCo Directive will be incorporated […]

  • glasstec 2026 – The World’s Leading Trade Fair for the Glass Industry

    From 20 to 23 October 2026, the international glass industry will come together at glasstec in Düsseldorf. The world’s leading trade fair will showcase the latest innovations, technologies and applications relating […]

  • BF e-Learning Basic Glass Course

    BF e-Learning Basic Glass Course

    The GLASS basic course (6 x just under 30 minutes) provides a quick overview of the most important topics relating to flat glass. It is intended in […]

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    BF e-Learning Basic Glass Course

    BF e-Learning Basic Glass Course The GLASS basic course (6 x just under 30 minutes) provides a quick overview of the most important topics relating to flat glass. It is intended in particular for new trainees, but also for career changers or employees from the commercial sector. For more in-depth and technical training, we recommend attending the detailed GLAS training [...]

  • PROJECT OF THE MONTH

    THE STORY OF EMILY, CORNWALL: Large-format glass connects architecture and landscape

    In Cornwall, England, the The Story of Emily Museum impressively demonstrates the architectural potential of large-format glass. At the heart of the new building is a panoramic glass façade measuring almost 20 metres in length. It opens up views of the historic gardens and allows the boundaries between inside and outside to virtually disappear. The architectural concept was as clear [...]

  • TECHNOLOGY AND STANDARDIZATION

    Bird Protection Bulletin Updated

    The bulletin “Bird Protectiont” from the Bundesverband Flachglas has been revised. The updated version is available for download on the download page.

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Sandra Kugler Viprotron

“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

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