Gujarat Guardian Limited (GGL), the joint venture between Guardian Industries and Modi Rubber Limited, has officially begun construction on a second float glass line and a new wet coating facility at its Ankleshwar manufacturing site in Gujarat, India.

The expansion, scheduled for completion by mid-2028 (subject to project execution timelines), represents a significant capacity and technology upgrade aimed at meeting accelerating demand for architectural and value-added glass across India’s construction and infrastructure sectors.

The new air-fuel fired float line will add 1,000 metric tons per day of production capacity. It is designed to manufacture a broader portfolio of float glass, including multiple thickness ranges and large-format sheets intended for high-performance façade systems. The upgraded line is also expected to improve glass yield efficiency, reducing wastage during downstream processing for processors and façade contractors.

In parallel, GGL will install a wet coater with an annual capacity of 72,000 metric tons. The facility will support advanced mirror and coated glass production, incorporating both single and double paint coating technology. The system will be fully automated, including robotic handling, automated packing lines, and integrated logistics infrastructure to improve throughput consistency and reduce manual variation in finishing quality.

Once operational, the Ankleshwar site will function as a fully integrated production hub for float glass, mirror products, and value-added coated solutions. The consolidation of multiple production stages in one location is expected to enhance supply chain reliability and shorten lead times for customers across India.

Speaking on the development, Guus Boekhoudt, Executive Vice President of Guardian Glass, emphasized that the investment combines capacity expansion with process modernization, strengthening local supply security while supporting advanced façade and glazing applications.

The facility will also produce GGL’s established product lines, including MODIGUARD™, SunGuard™, ClimaGuard™, and ShowerGuard™, reinforcing its position in India’s premium architectural glass market.