GLASSTEC CONFERENCE

The knowledge of the glass future

At this top-class conference for the glass industry, solutions to current challenges will be presented and discussed by experts. The main focus of the glasstec conference is on the circular economy, digital technologies and decarbonization.

Program overview

Program by stages

Industry know-how in theory and practice

Visitors can find out about the latest developments and trends in the daily sessions on glass production, glass processing and finishing, as well as glass products and applications.

A first-class, cross-industry lecture programme throughout the event with contributions from leading experts. Theory and practice are brought together in a concentrated form.

architecture forum

At the architecture forum renowned international architects’ offices will present their projects on the focal topics “Current Trends and Challenges in Architecture with Glass”. The Forum is organised by glasstec in cooperation with DETAIL trade magazine and Prof. Dr. Ing. Jutta Albus.

glass trends sessions

The glass trends sessions bundles industry know-how from theory and practice and is set in the context of the three global trend themes. Every day, visitors to glasstec 2024 can find out about the latest developments and trends in the sessions.

CircuClarity One

Glass has the opportunity to be a fully circular material. CircuClarity One will review empirically proven processes, pioneering products. Emphasis lies on authentic, evidence-based strategies, tailored for real-world applicability.

Handwerk Live

The growing variety of glass products for the building envelope and interior design opens up new sales potential for the glass processing trade. "Handwerk Live" presents products and applications live and hands-on.

Start-Up Sessions

Young companies will be presenting a wide range of innovative ideas. This is an excellent platform for networking and professional exchange.

glass melting pot

The Session “glass melting pot – bringing together research and industry” offers a platform for researchers and industry partners to pitch and discuss their research ideas within a setting of international glass experts.

bird protection forum

These glass surfaces are always a major hazard for birds. The solution is to make the glass visible to birds. In this session, the bird protection forum presents various options for this.

Education is key

This session will present educational activities and the development of a digitally driven future educational programme for facades and glass.