Overview: Stories
Young glazier trade – successful talent scouting
12.08.2024
The glazier trade is as versatile as glass as a building material - and yet the industry has found it difficult for years to fill training places and recruit skilled workers. Nevertheless, two young master glaziers have found successful ways of approaching young people.
Exhibitor interview Viprotron: quality glass scanners “Made in Germany”
12.08.2024
At glasstec 2024 international exhibitors await you with their latest innovations and projects from the (glass) industry - including the German company Viprotron.
“Handwerk Live” and WorldSkills Germany at glasstec 2024
30.07.2024
At glasstec 2024 you can experience the glazier trade with all your senses! Beyond side events that invite you to join in and try out, the sector’s current topics and trends are centre stage – like at the special show “Handwerk Live” (Craft Live) and WorldSkills Germany.
Interview: Recycling of photovoltaic modules
30.07.2024
The recycling of components from end-of-life solar modules is an important approach to the sustainable use of resources and a key contribution to a functioning circular economy. We spoke to Dr. Sylke Meyer of Germany’s Fraunhofer Center for Silicon Photovoltaics CSP about why this is so and about the current state of research.
One video, many important reasons for glasstec: See for yourself
23.07.2024
We look forward to welcoming you to glasstec in Düsseldorf from 22 to 25 October 2024. Messe Düsseldorf is organizing the world's leading trade fair for the glass industry, which attracts exhibitors and visitors from all over the world. What can you expect? Take a look at our short video – you'll definitely want to visit us after watching!
glasstec exhibitor services at a glance
23.07.2024
glasstec is the event for the glass industry worldwide. To make the trade fair a resounding success for you, the glasstec Team supports you with plenty of exhibitor services. Read on to find out what we offer.
Deep Learning: AI in the machine technology of the flat glass industry
15.07.2024
As digitalisation and automation progress, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is an important step for the flat glass industry to optimise processes, reduce energy consumption and CO2 emissions and increase international competitiveness.
CircuClarity: Reuse and circularity in the glass industry
13.07.2024
The idea of "CircuClarity" was born in the run-up to the last glasstec 2022. The focus is on circularity, resource efficiency and environmental impact. In this interview, Lisa Rammig and Linda Hildebrand explain what drives them and what they would like to see in the glass sector.
Glass architecture in the 21st century: inspiring design meets innovative functionality
27.06.2024
Glass plays a crucial role in modern architecture offering innumerable options for design, functionality and sustainability. In the run-up to glasstec we take a look
glasstec Preview 2024: successful networking event
24.06.2024
Numerous international exhibitors and trade media have signed up for this year's glasstec Preview. At the networking event, participants can make important contacts, share news and discuss current hot topics in the glass industry in the run-up to the world’s leading trade fair glasstec.