The Arnold Glass Group in Remshalden, southern Germany, is cooperating with Chinese glass processor NorthGlass from Tianjin in the field of glass processing and coating development. It is the most significant cooperation in the glass industry this year. For the first time in the industry, the consulting, development, planning and production of coatings with equivalent performances and matching color are brought together.

270 m long coating line of Tianjin NorthGlass, for the production of 18 m long coated glass panes. (Source: © NorthGlass)

Architects, planners or investors will experience unprecedented possibilities of building design due to the cooperation of the two companies. Large glazing elements spanning over several floors with an absolute minimum of joints and visual interruption can be designed, produced and installed. In addition the companies are offering project specific coatings for the more demanding projects.

NorthGlass toughening line  for flat/curved glass elements with a length of up to 18 m. (Source: © NorthGlass)

In addition to glass production, the cooperation includes a joint development of new coatings for all conceivable application areas. As an additional service the Arnold Glass group is offering the design, planning, production and installation of special glass structures.Produced with the latest innovations  to  meet the rising demands of modern architecture and sustainable building constructions. “With joint steps we place ourselves as the market leader amongst the top glass producers in the world”stated the two shareholders,Mr HJ Arnold from Arnold Glas and Mr Paul Gao from North Glass.

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