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𝗚𝗚𝗜 𝗶𝘀 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗚𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗼 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟮𝟮 𝗶𝗻 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗯𝗲𝗹𝘁, 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘆𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱.
Hosted by the Mid-Atlantic Glass Association (MGA), this event brings together glazing professionals from across the region for a day focused on education, innovation, and connection within the architectural glass industry.
If you are attending, make time to connect with the GGI team. We will be showcasing fabricated glass solutions and specialty glass truckload programs designed to streamline sourcing and support complex project demands.
Featured samples on display include:
• Alice® direct-to-glass printing
• Decorative architectural glass
• Laminated glass
• Pearl™ satin etched glass and mirror
• SwitchView™ smart laminated glass
• MAX™ glass markerboards
Looking to attend? We have a limited number of complimentary guest passes available. Message us to reserve yours.
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How to Choose Satin Etched Glass: Clear vs Low-Iron vs Ultra for Architectural Privacy Applications
Selecting the right satin etched glass is not always straightforward. Differences in glass substrate and finish can significantly impact light transmission, color neutrality, and overall visual performance.
In this latest article, Brad Thurman outlines how architects and designers can evaluate satin etched glass options based on project goals.
The article discusses:
• Clear vs low-iron satin etched glass
• Ultra satin etched finishes and their impact on daylighting
• How privacy, glare, and translucency vary by glass type
• When to consider two-sided satin etched glass for enhanced privacy
This resource is designed to help specifiers make informed decisions when balancing daylight, privacy, and design intent in architectural applications.
Read article now: https://www.generalglass.com/how-to-choose-satin-etched-glass-for-privacy-applications/ . See link to Insights in bio.
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GGI values every partnership—from customers and architects to designers, spec writers, and artists who trust its commitment to quality and service on their projects.
As part of its ongoing commitment to continuous improvement, GGI invites those who have worked with the team to share their experience. Feedback helps strengthen how GGI supports employees, customers, and industry partners—and ensures the company continues to meet and exceed expectations.
If you have partnered with GGI, please consider leaving a Google review and sharing your experience.
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Your feedback drives continuous improvement—and better results for every project.
Project shown: Policromo Antique Mirror from GGI, featured in Travis London`s Miami residence, where mirrored wall cladding creates a distinctive artistic backdrop.
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What makes tempered glass 4X’s stronger than annealed?
Behind every finished piece of tempered glass is precision engineering, controlled heat, and expert fabrication.
In this video, glass moves through the tempering oven—heated to extreme temperatures until it becomes red hot—transforming from an annealed substrate into high-performance safety glazing.
From drilling and notching to edgework and finishing, GGI delivers fully customized glass solutions fabricated to specification and built for performance.
During the tempering process, annealed glass is heated to approximately 1,100–1,200°F (593–649°C) and rapidly cooled. This thermal treatment increases strength and fundamentally changes how the glass performs under impact.
What makes tempered glass different?
• Tempered glass is up to 4× stronger than annealed glass
• It breaks into small fragments unlike large shards resulting from annealed glass breakage
• Designed to reduce injury risk in human-impact areas
• Meets CPSC 16 CFR 1201 and ANSI Z97.1 requirements
• Tested and certified by the Safety Glazing Certification Council (SGCC)
Under ASTM C1048, fully tempered glass must meet strict compression requirements, resulting in reliable performance under wind loads and thermal stress.
Where is safety glazing required?
Building codes mandate tempered glass in hazardous locations such as:
• Doors and all-glass entrances
• Sidelites and storefront systems
• Curtain walls and windows near walking surfaces
• Glass railings and guardrails
• Interior partitions and office fronts
• Shower enclosures
From 3/16" (5 mm) to 3/4" (19 mm) thick glass, GGI supports customers with complex fabrication—including holes, notches, edge profiles, and tempering to meet safety glazing code requirements for hazardous locations.
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