The project includes extensive fire-resistant glazing at the main entrance and atrium, as well as stairwells and elevator cores. In total, approximately 250 fire-rated glass panes were installed within the stair and lift areas alone, highlighting the scale of the glazing package.

Several units presented significant logistical challenges, with the largest glass panes weighing up to 308 kg. To ensure safe and efficient installation, glaziers utilized specialist glass lifting equipment and a mini crane.

The project demonstrates the importance of early collaboration between suppliers, contractors, and installers to achieve compliant fire performance. The completed installation provides robust fire protection while maintaining transparency and architectural quality throughout the development.

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This year, Apazone will exhibit alongside industry partners Muratori Machines, ML System, Inal, and Pyroguard, presenting a curated selection of products that epitomize sustainable innovation and practical efficiency. Visitors can explore state-of-the-art construction machinery from Muratori Machines, modular energy-saving building solutions from ML System, advanced glazing and safety glass from Pyroguard, and Inal’s high-performance construction materials.

ECGE 2025 provides a platform for thought leadership and collaboration, attracting investors, policymakers, and technical specialists eager to witness the next generation of green technologies. Through this participation, Apazone demonstrates its commitment to driving sustainable transformation, not only by advising businesses but by connecting them directly with innovative tools, machinery, and materials that shape a greener future.

Attendees are invited to engage with Apazone’s team, explore partner solutions in depth, and discuss strategic collaborations that integrate cutting-edge technology with sustainable design principles. Apazone’s showcase at ECGE 2025 promises inspiration, innovation, and actionable insights for the energy and construction sectors. Visitors can find Apazone at Booth No. 12.

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Engineered for dry glazing applications, Pyroglaze C offers a clean, fast, and tool-free installation process. Available in both 30-minute and 60-minute fire-rated versions, it can be paired with the Pyroglaze 100ECSA 54x2mm glazing liner for higher performance ratings. Made from durable graphite, the seal resists moisture and humidity, ensuring long-term reliability even in demanding environments such as hospitals, laboratories, and cleanrooms.

One of Pyroglaze C’s standout features is its 50% compression capability, allowing it to perfectly adapt to timber beaded glazing systems. This flexibility ensures a consistent fit, boosts factory productivity, and eliminates curing delays. Installation is simple, the product can be cut to size, applied, and fixed using its self-adhesive backing, requiring no sealant guns or additional tools.

In a fire scenario, the intumescent material expands, completely sealing the glazing rebate to prevent premature ignition of glazing beads on the exposed face. Tested to EN 1634-1 with various EW and EI glass types, Pyroglaze C ensures proven performance and fire integrity compliance.

Offered as part of Pyroguard’s complete certified glazing package or available separately for fabricators and distributors, Pyroglaze C sets a new benchmark for simplicity, compatibility, and reliability in fire-rated glazing systems. 

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The Balustrades Evo range is designed to respond to increasing demand for sustainable, high-performance balustrade glazing. By halving the interlayer thickness from 3 mm to 1.5 mm, the glass now mirrors standard laminate sizes, making it easier to integrate into existing systems. Despite being thinner, it delivers exceptional line load strength, offering 13.5 mm, 17.5 mm, 21.5 mm and 25.5 mm thicknesses suitable for 1.5 kN/m loads. This design provides up to a 6% weight reduction and a 7.5% improvement in embodied carbon.

The range also improves light transmission compared to existing Pyroguard Balustrades, ensuring both safety and aesthetics. Crucially, it allows manufacturers to continue using their current stock profiles and installation methods, reducing project costs.

Complying with the latest fire safety requirements for balconies, Pyroguard’s Balustrades Evo sets a new benchmark in fire-rated glazing by combining performance, cost efficiency, and sustainability.

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The name Saverto is derived from “to save” and “to avert,” encapsulating the core values of the product division: safety, reliability and structured solutions. The new brand architecture enhances Saverto’s international visibility, providing customers with clear orientation, a distinct market position, and direct access to trusted product brands across all segments.

As a specialist for fire safety glass, Pyroguard contributes over 40 years of expertise to the Saverto brand network and assumes a central role as a core brand. As part of the rebranding, its affiliation with the new brand architecture will be subtly reflected—such as through an additional design element in the logo. Pyroguard will continue to operate in the market with its existing portfolio, familiar contacts, and established services. The former holding company, Technical Fire Safety Group, will now operate under the name Saverto UK Ltd.

Executive statements
“With Saverto, we are establishing a strong and cohesive platform for our portfolio of product brands. The new structure enhances visibility and provides our customers with clear orientation,” said Jens Reiners, CEO of Saverto and svt.

“The introduction of the unified umbrella brand Saverto marks a significant step forward. By bringing together well-established brands, we are creating new opportunities for our customers and laying the foundation for continued, sustainable growth,” added Neil Tilsley, COO of Saverto Glazing.

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The newly certified systems, tested to EN 1364-1 and EN 1634-1 standards for applications such as curtain walling and screens, are now listed on Spec Direct – Intertek, the Middle East’s leading building product certification database, and available to Forster’s accredited fabricator network across the region.

The certifications follow a successful test and audit programme covering a range of Pyroguard products by Intertek in accredited laboratories, widening the company’s scope of compliance with regional building codes and fire safety standards.

Lee Coates, Pyroguard’s Business Development Director for the region, said, “We’re delighted to have secured these Intertek listings, which represent a major milestone in our Middle East growth strategy. Working closely with Forster Profile Systems, we can now offer specifiers and contractors a wider choice of fully certified fire safety glazing solutions to support code-compliant project delivery.”

The listings include large-format sizes, butt-jointed applications and 30, 60, 90 & 120-minute fire rated systems, as well as a range of 30 & 60 minute products from Pyroguard Advance, the company’s latest range of cuttable fire safety glass, featuring a unique and innovative gel interlayer for exceptional fire protection.

Many of these certified products are already stocked locally and readily available for quick distribution across the region.

Cristina Perez Domper, Regional Operations Manager – South Europe and MEA Building & Construction at Intertek, said, “We’re pleased to support Pyroguard in achieving Intertek certification for these glazing systems. Our rigorous testing and certification process ensures that only high-performing products make it to market, giving designers and contractors peace of mind when selecting approved materials for critical fire safety applications.”

Pyroguard is planning further certifications in the coming months, with additional products in the pipeline for future listings.

Source: Pyroguard with additional information added by GlassBalkan

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This online resource offers a comprehensive and regularly updated library of technical product information, test certifications and resources, tailored to the needs of fire safety glass professionals. With its modern and intuitive interface, the TechLibrary allows users to quickly find the necessary information, saving valuable time at every stage of the specification process.

The Pyroguard TechLibrary offers advanced search capabilities, allowing users to filter results by country, application, glass type, dimensions and more, ensuring precision in the product selection process. Continuously updated, it provides access to the latest system approvals and compliance resources, so professionals can be confident they are working with the most current information. Fully optimised for mobile, it ensures essential data is always readily available, whether in the office or on the go.

Dr Vince Crook, Technical Development Director at Pyroguard, has overseen the development of the platform and is excited about its potential. “We understand that sourcing accurate technical data for projects can be challenging, particularly when compliance and safety are at stake. Every piece of test data is critical to ensuring that projects meet rigorous safety standards.

“The TechLibrary simplifies this process by putting the information at users’ fingertips. It enables them to find the correct data with confidence, whether they’re in the office or on-site.”

Now available in six languages, the Pyroguard TechLibrary is a valuable resource for architects, specifiers and contractors worldwide. It streamlines the fire safety glazing specification process, while reinforcing Pyroguard’s commitment to supporting its customers, making information accessible and offering high-quality assistance, ensuring the right products are specified with confidence every time.

Source: Pyroguard with additional information added by GlassBalkan

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In a strategic move aimed at propelling Pyroguard to new heights, the company proudly announces the appointment of Mathieu Joli as the Managing Director. Mathieu will be at the forefront of a bold investment and expansion initiative, driving the company toward an exciting growth phase.

Mathieu Joli joins the esteemed Technical Fire Safety Group (TFSG) Management Board, collaborating with industry leaders Neil Tilsley (CEO), Matt Buxton (CFO), Richard Ainsworth (CTO), and Sean Haynes (Managing Director Fire Glass UK). His role as Managing Director Pyroguard is pivotal, designed specifically to steer the company through a transformative period, with revenue projections doubling over the next five years.

Pyroguard has witnessed unprecedented growth, owing to strategic investments that enhanced its capacity for specialized toughened fire safety glasses and expanded its global commercial reach. Following a successful merger into the svt Group of companies in October 2022, Pyroguard became a Europe-wide market leader in passive fire protection.

The upcoming growth phase will witness substantial investments in advanced manufacturing capabilities, accelerated test and certification programs, and the unveiling of Pyroguard Advance—a cutting-edge range of fire safety glasses. With Mathieu Joli at the helm, Pyroguard is poised for a future defined by innovation, customer-centric solutions, and unparalleled service excellence.

Neil Tilsley expressed his delight at Mathieu’s appointment, emphasizing the exciting prospects ahead for the Group. With increased investment, expanded customer solutions, and global outreach, Pyroguard under Mathieu’s leadership is set to redefine industry standards.

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