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Gallo Glass: The Largest U.S. Glass Container Plant Tackling Sustainability Challenges
Sustainability used to be a bonus. Today, it’s a baseline—and one glass manufacturer is pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Gallo Glass, the largest glass container plant in the U.S., is turning heads with its massive environmental efforts, redefining what…
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Hybrid Furnaces: Revolutionizing Glass Melting with 80% Renewable Energy
The glass industry accounts for approximately 2.6% of global industrial CO₂ emissions. As the world intensifies its focus on sustainability, the glass manufacturing sector is under increasing pressure to reduce its carbon footprint. Enter hybrid furnaces—a groundbreaking innovation poised to…
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Optimizing Glass Furnace Operations: CelSian’s Energy-Saving Technologies Aligned with DOE Initiatives
Energy costs can account for up to 14% of total glass production expenses? In an industry where margins are tight, optimizing energy efficiency isn’t just beneficial—it’s essential. The U.S. glass industry faces ongoing challenges in reducing energy consumption while maintaining…
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The Role of Glass in 5G Technology: Manufacturing Challenges and Solutions
Glass: The Unsung Hero of 5G Infrastructure 5G technology demands materials that can support high-frequency signals with minimal loss. Glass, particularly silicate glass, exhibits low dielectric loss, a smooth surface, and high resistance to process chemistry, making it an ideal…
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Department of Energy Grant Update
Last year, GMIC was awarded a three-year, $3 million grant from the Department of Energy to research advanced electric melting to decarbonize commercial glass. Each quarter, we’ll updatemembers on the research and the milestones achieved. The objective of the project…
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Upcoming Online Seminar: Exploring the Role of Artificial Intelligence in the Glass Industry
We are thrilled to invite you to an upcoming event that will revolutionize the glass industry—“Exploring the Role of Artificial Intelligence in the Glass Industry.” This online seminar will provide valuable insights into how AI is transforming processes, enhancing efficiency,…
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Smart Glass Technologies: Innovations Transforming the Automotive Industry
Smart Glass Technologies: Innovations Transforming the Automotive Industry The automotive industry is undergoing a transformative shift, and smart glass technology is leading the charge. Did you know vehicles equipped with smart glass can reduce interior temperatures by up to 60%?…
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GMIC Announces New 2025 President: Stanley Rutkowski
Stanley Rutkowski, Senior Applications Engineer at RoMan Manufacturing, has begun his term as President of the Glass Manufacturing Industry Council (GMIC) for 2025. Stan is eager to advance key initiatives, including the Department of Energy grant, hosting October’s Glass Problems…
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GMIC Office is Moving to Toledo
GMIC is on the move to a new office in Toledo, Ohio! Our new business address is: 3950 Sunforest CtSuite 200, Office 209Toledo OH, 43623 After many years of being co-located with the American Ceramic Society in Columbus, OH, our…
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2025 GPC Call for Abstracts
The call for abstracts for the 86th Glass Problems Conference is now open, and submissions are due by January 22, 2025. The conference will take place October 6-9, 2025, at the Glass City Center in Toledo, Ohio, USA. Abstracts will…
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