Pilkington - innovations in glass for modern windows and energy efficient living

Pilkington is one of the world's leading manufacturers of flat glass and belongs to the NSG Group, which operates in more than thirty countries around the world. The company's history dates back to the 19th century - it was founded in 1826 in Great Britain and has gradually grown from a small family-owned glassworks to a global leader in glass manufacturing and processing. The company built its reputation as a pioneer through the introduction of the float process, which in the 1950s revolutionized glass manufacturing and enabled the creation of the perfectly flat, transparent and smooth material we know today from modern windows and facades.

Today, Pilkington specialises in architectural, automotive and speciality technical glass and is one of the most respected brands in the building glass segment. Its products are used in both residential and commercial buildings, where the combination of thermal insulation, security, acoustic comfort and aesthetics plays a key role.

Pilkington window glass - quality, function and energy efficiency

Pilkingtonwindow glass is available in a variety of options depending on the required properties. In addition to the basic clear float glass, the company offers a wide range of insulating, safety, soundproof, self-cleaning or solar control types. Each one is designed for a different application - from single-family homes to modern passive buildings and office centres.

In terms of energy savings and comfort, insulating glass with a low-emissivity coating is most commonly used today to reflect heat back into the interior and reduce its heat gain. Pilkington offers, for example, the Pilkington Optithermâ¢, Pilkington Suncoolâ¢ or Pilkington EnergiKareâ¢ product ranges, which improve the thermal insulation performance of windows and contribute to reducing heating and cooling costs.

Pilkington triple glazing - the standard for modern living

In recent years the focus has been particularly on triple glazing, which has become a common standard for new build and low energy homes. Triple glazing consists of three panes of glass separated by two spacers and filled with argon or krypton, which significantly improves thermal insulation and acoustic comfort.

As a result, Pilkington triple glazing achieves a thermal transmittance of Ug of approximately 0.5 W/m²K, which also meets the stringent requirements of passive construction.

The company also develops special triple glazing combinations which, in addition to thermal insulation, provide additional added features - for example, solar control (Suncoolâ¢) to limit interior overheating in the summer, a self-cleaning layer (Activâ¢) to facilitate cleaning, or security layers (Optilamâ¢, Optiphonâ¢) to increaseProtecting and reducing street noise.

Pilkington triple glazing is therefore used not only in family homes, but also in modern architecture, office buildings or schools, where it combines insulation performance with aesthetics and durability.

Pilkington - Quality and sustainability

Pilkington has long emphasised sustainable manufacturing. A large proportion of the glass used comes from recycled glass, which reduces the energy intensity of melting and the amount of waste. Manufacturing processes are certified according to strict European quality and environmental standards (e.g. ISO 14001).

Pilkington is also actively involved in the development of smart window technology, which will allow light and heat control in the future according to current conditions.

Pilkington represents a brand that combines traditional craftsmanship know-how with modern technology and innovation. Its window glass, especiallytriple glazing, helps to create homes that are warmer, quieter and more energy efficient.

Thanks to its ongoing commitment and emphasis on quality, Pilkington is one of the world's glass industry leaders - and a partner that architects, builders and homeowners can rely on.