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Top Tips for installers on window condensation
What can installers do about condensation? Let’s answer four common questions about condensation on windows, and outline what installers can do to help and advice customers.
Advice
Why does springtime bring condensation to windows?
As spring approaches, let us explain why external condensation can be a common problem for homeowners, especially at this time of year.
Advice
Ten top tips for solving a glass break
Glass breaking can be frustrating and perplexing, especially when it appears to happen for no reason. While diagnosing the cause of a fracture can be difficult for an installer, it is often necessary to find a solution and prevent similar breaks from happening again.
Advice
Pilkington UK brings end of life glass recycling to St Helens town centre regeneration initiative
Sustainability
Pilkington UK launches Texture by Pilkington™ to meet modern design and trade needs
Pilkington United Kingdom Limited, part of the NSG Group, has launched Texture by Pilkington™ - a refreshed and reorganised range of patterned glass designed to help the glass sector meet rising demand for privacy, light, and decorative design in modern interiors.
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Watford regeneration project becomes first to specify new low carbon glass
A new residential development in Watford bringing forward 278 homes, is setting a benchmark for sustainable construction in the UK, becoming the first project in the UK to install the lowest carbon alternative to Pilkington UK’s standard glass.
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Pilkington UK opens new glass production line in St Helens
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“At the forefront of innovation”: Hosting the third NSG Group - University of Liverpool Symposium
Last week, we were delighted to host the third NSG Group - University of Liverpool Symposium at our European Technical Centre in the UK.
Education
REPLAY: Specifying glass – circularity, performance, and practicalities
Sustainability is no longer just a consideration – it’s a crucial priority for architects and specifiers. Learn how to specify glass that strikes the perfect balance between sustainability, performance, and aesthetics by watching our latest webinar.
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Interactive mirrors in contemporary interior design
The use of modern technology in innovative ways is a more and more popular trend in interior design. This includes interactive mirrors such as Pilkington MirroView™, which are increasingly appearing in public places such as hotels, shopping malls, and airports. This type of product is also being used by individual customers who appreciate innovative solutions that fit in with the smart home concept.
Advice
Pilkington UK and Morgan Sindall agreement to boost sustainable glass use in buildings
Pilkington United Kingdom Limited, part of the NSG Group, has entered into a new strategic trading agreement with Morgan Sindall Group - to support the construction services giant’s design teams to maximise opportunities for the sustainable use of architectural glass in projects.
Press Release
REPLAY Specifying glass for safety and aesthetics
Enhance your understanding of how to specify glass to meet both safety and aesthetic requirements by watching our latest webinar recording.
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The balancing act of making homes more energy efficient
How smart use of glazing can help residential developers to create low-energy homes without compromising on daylight levels or thermal comfort.
Advice
NSG Group wins big with diverse talent initiatives at the Glass Focus Awards 2024
NSG Group has been awarded the ‘Strengthening business through people’ award at the Glass Focus awards 2024, for initiatives to support, empower and develop women in the workplace.
Press Release
The NSG Group rolls out the third edition of Glass in Architecture
NSG Group will roll out the third edition of its prestigious Glass in Architecture book at this year’s Glasstec trade fair in Dusseldorf on 22nd – 25th October 2024.
Project References
How Modern Architecture can benefit from Transparent Fire Protection
Natural light plays a major role in today’s modern design. Glass not only bridges the gap between the outdoors and indoors, enhancing energy conservation and occupant well-being, but also meets critical performance standards such as fire safety. Pilkington Fire-resistant Glass, a trusted choice for over 45 years, exemplifies how safety and aesthetics can seamlessly coexist.
Advice
Ten top tips for better sound insulation
Sound insulation is becoming more and more important for homeowners. They are increasingly looking to block out everything from traffic noise to barking dogs, or perhaps the neighbour’s new drum kit. Landlords and developers are also acknowledging the value of sound insulation in the home, especially for higher-end properties.
Advice
“Pushing the boundaries of science”: NSG Group hosts the second University of Liverpool Symposium
Last week, we were delighted to host the second NSG Group/University of Liverpool Symposium at our European Technical Centre in the UK.
Press Release
Pilkington Mirai™ verified as the lowest embodied carbon architectural glass
Pilkington Mirai™ architectural glass manufactured by the NSG Group, has been independently verified as having 52% less embodied carbon, certifying it as the lowest carbon glass of its kind.
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NSG pledges £145,000 Apprenticeship Levy boost for Acorns Children’s Hospice
We are delighted to announce during National Apprenticeship Week that we have pledged £145,000 towards employee training at Acorns Children’s Hospice with an Apprenticeship Levy transfer.
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