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		<title>Successful Commissioning of Tiama IQ Scan at Rubin Glass</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Tiama has announced the successful commissioning of its&#160;Tiama IQ Scan&#160;system at the&#160;Rubin Glass&#160;factory in Pleven, Bulgaria. This achievement&#8230;</p>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><a href="https://www.tiama.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Tiama</a> has announced the successful commissioning of its <strong>Tiama IQ Scan</strong> system at the <a href="https://rubin-glass.bg/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Rubin Glass</a> factory in Pleven, Bulgaria. This achievement marks a key milestone in enhancing quality inspection and process optimisation within the facility.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The project was completed through close collaboration between Tiama specialists and the Rubin Glass team, ensuring seamless installation, training, and system integration. With the IQ Scan now fully operational, Rubin Glass operators are equipped and ready to leverage its advanced data analysis and real-time monitoring capabilities.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The implementation highlights Rubin Glass’s ongoing commitment to innovation and operational excellence, aligning its production with the latest digital technologies in the glass industry. Tiama expressed appreciation to the Rubin Glass team for their professionalism and engagement throughout the process, noting that their dedication and enthusiasm were central to the project’s success and the start of a strong technological partnership.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-pullquote"><blockquote><p>Source: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/tiama-msc-sgcc-inspection_tiamaiqscan-glassindustry-smartfactory-activity-7386342475336003584-lcRy" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Tiama</a> with additional information added by <strong>Glass Balkan</strong></p></blockquote></figure>
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		<title>First Circular Vacuum Glass Factory Launching in the Netherlands</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A groundbreaking step in sustainable glass manufacturing is taking shape as Global Glass Group (GGG) and HK Leadus&#8230;</p>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">A groundbreaking step in sustainable glass manufacturing is taking shape as <strong><a href="https://globalglassgroup.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Global Glass Group </a>(GGG)</strong> and HK Leadus Innovation Ltd announce the opening of the <strong>world’s first circular vacuum glass production facility</strong> in Stadskanaal, the Netherlands. Now under construction, the factory will produce GG-NedVac – an advanced glass solution that merges <strong>Low Carbon base glass</strong> with <strong>recycled circular glass</strong>, significantly reducing CO₂ emissions.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Unlike conventional vacuum glass, GG-NedVac is designed with a closed-loop production system, allowing end-of-life glass to be reused in new panels. The result is a fully circular product with an <strong>ultra-low carbon footprint</strong>, aligning with the Netherlands’ and EU’s Green Deal and circular economy goals.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The Stadskanaal site was strategically chosen for its access to renewable energy, strong logistics infrastructure, and proximity to European construction markets. GGG provides decades of industrial experience, while Leadus supplies proprietary vacuum technology, specialized patents, and engineering expertise.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The glass has successfully passed TÜV EN673 thermal performance testing, and CE certification is expected within eight months. To promote the technology, GGG has opened the <strong>Netherlands’ largest vacuum glass showroom</strong> in Zwanenburg (Amsterdam), offering architects, contractors, and developers hands-on access to circular glass innovations that redefine sustainable building design.</p>



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