AGC and Saint-Gobain have partnered to design a flat glass line that is expected to reduce direct CO2 emissions. AGC officials explain that, as part of the collaboration, the company’s patterned glass production line in the Czech Republic will be refurbished into a high-performing line that aims to be 50% electrified and 50% fired by […]

“Glass is an enabler for modern civilization and scientific discovery.” That’s what John Mauro from the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at The Pennsylvania State University shared Thursday morning during the National Day of Glass in Washington, D.C. The event is organized by the American Ceramic Society and serves as the U.S. kicks off […]

At the AIA Conference on Architecture, companies highlighted the latest glass and glazing products, as well as new trends and developments, all focused on the architectural community. Youtube Link

AGC (AGC Asahi Glass) has entered into a strategic development agreement with Ubiquitous Energy, a transparent solar technology company. The collaboration will focus on the development of Ubiquitous Energy’s transparent and neutral solar coating to create windows that produce electricity. According to a company release, Ubiquitous Energy’s transparent solar coating, ClearView Power, selectively absorbs and […]

The American Institute of Architects just wrapped up its annual Conference on Architecture in New York City, and it was a showcase for new developments in glass for residential applications. DWM’s June newscast takes a look at that and other products on display at the big event. Youtube Link

Kinestral Technologies and flat-glass manufacturer AGC have launched two joint venture companies, Halio North America (HNA) and Halio International (HINT), to sell and service Halio smart-tinting glass for the building industry. The joint venture companies’ focus on Halio will expand the market for smart-tinting glass, creating indoor environments that are healthier, greener, and smarter. (The […]

A leak occurred at the AGC Float Glass plant in Church Hill, Tenn., February 5 when workers were bringing the number two float line down for a rebuild as part of the plant’s $40.6 million expansion. The glass leaked into the designated leak area for such occurrences. Local firefighters were called to the scene to […]

Contractors are optimistic that the industry’s economic outlook in 2018 will remain strong as tax rates and regulatory burdens fall, according to survey results released by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC of America) and Sage Construction and Real Estate. However, many firms report they remain worried about workforce shortages and infrastructure funding. “Construction […]

AGC Flat Glass has submitted a WARN notification with the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development announcing that it will be carrying out a temporary layoff at its Church Hill, Tenn., facility on February 5, 2018. According to the notice, filed on December 18, 50 employees will be affected. According to the notice, AGC […]

The AGC Flat Glass North America plant in Church Hill, Tenn., has been given three citations and a $6,800 penalty from the Tennessee Occupational Safety and Health Administration (TOSHA) following a workplace injury that occurred on October 9. According to Chris Cannon, director of communications for the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development, AGC […]