- In February 2025, Guardian Glass finalized the acquisition of the assets of Vortex Glass, a Miami-based fabrication company. This strategic move expands Guardian’s make-to-order fabrication business, enabling it to better serve key customers in Florida and the Caribbean with hurricane-laminated and insulated glass. The acquisition strengthens Guardian’s presence in a region highly vulnerable to extreme weather, while also enhancing its ability to meet evolving safety and energy efficiency codes. The deal includes Vortex’s advanced fabrication capabilities and a skilled workforce, positioning Guardian for continued growth in the architectural glass market
- In January 2025, ODL Inc. announced the acquisition of Robover Inc., a leading insulated glass manufacturer based in Quebec, Canada. This strategic move enhances ODL’s manufacturing capabilities and expands its geographic footprint across North America. Robover, known for over 20 years of expertise in delivering high-quality insulated glass solutions, will continue operations under ODL, with all employees and facilities retained. The acquisition supports ODL’s mission of “Building Value into Building Products™” and positions the company for new growth opportunities in the residential and commercial glass markets
- In January 2025, Trulite announced the acquisition of Insulite Glass, a respected glass fabrication company headquartered in Olathe, Kansas, with an additional facility in Pacific, Missouri. This marks Trulite’s second acquisition within a week, reinforcing its strategy to expand both its geographic footprint and product offerings in the North American insulated glass market. Backed by Truelink Capital, Trulite plans to invest further in Insulite’s operations, leveraging the combined strengths of both companies to enhance customer service and drive growth across the architectural glass and aluminum sectors
- In August 2024, Saint-Gobain India strengthened its ties with glazing contractors through its strategic GlassIcon partnership program. The initiative, highlighted by successful meets in Lucknow and Indore, aimed to foster collaboration, recognize partner contributions, and discuss advancements in the insulated glass sector. Nearly 50 fabricators attended each event, engaging in interactive sessions on product innovation, supply chain management, and business development. Activities such as quizzes, feedback contests, and recognition awards created a dynamic platform for knowledge exchange and relationship building, reinforcing Saint-Gobain’s commitment to its fabricator network and the future of sustainable glass solutions
- In April 2024, Upper Crust Bakery LP issued a voluntary Class I recall of several bread products after glass fragments were discovered on top of the loaves. The affected items include Ancient Grains Hoagie Rolls, Multigrain Sourdough, and Whole Grain Multigrain rolls, all sold frozen in California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. The contamination was traced to sunflower seeds supplied by a third party. While unrelated to construction-grade insulated glass, this incident underscores the importance of quality control and supply chain vigilance in any product involving glass materials
