September/October 2024

With over 90 years of experience, Salem Fabrication Technologies Group Inc. offers premium glass-cutting solutions with state-of-the-art machinery and tooling designed for durability and performance.

Fabrication technology is ever-evolving, and game-changing advances offer up new ways of addressing inspection and quality control.

GlassBuild America: The Glass, Window & Door Expo, will return Sept. 30 – Oct. 2 in its biggest edition yet with 500+ exhibitors. And that big size is appropriate to the new locale: Dallas, Texas. 

The Women in Manufacturing Summit in Boston inspired the women in attendance to find their voice and speak up for themselves and those around them at work. The summit also provided attendees with the knowledge and new tools to do so, as well as many networking opportunities. 

Post-pandemic, businesses are striving to create modern office spaces that are safe, engaging and collaborative by using versatile glass partition systems that maximize natural light, enhance aesthetics and provide necessary sound privacy, encouraging employees to return to the office.

Despite economic uncertainties, the glass and glazing industry is progressing, with fabricators focusing on larger glass formats, energy efficiency and strategic automation to meet new demands and enhance productivity.

Strategic planning is essential for a successful product launch, requiring thorough market research, goal setting and collaboration with a strategic partner to ensure effective pre-launch preparation, launch execution and post-launch evaluation.

While obtaining business financing is easier than ever, companies must carefully evaluate the amount of debt they can safely manage to avoid the risks of excessive leverage and ensure long-term stability.

Demand for recycled glass material is high, giving scrap glass generators an opportunity to find a better environmental and economic alternative to discarding glass in a landfill.

Mark Adamson brings global leadership and building material experience to the North American glass and metals industry.

GlassBuild 2024 brings labor into the spotlight, with presentations designed to deliver actionable strategies focused on reaching, recruiting and training the next generation of glass industry workers. 

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