Glass Age articles from December 2002

Glass Age archives from December 2002

`Market Raiders' to seize half of market.(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... `Market raiders' are set to seize more of the market from over half of the industry next year, according to research from the new 1st Edition 2003 Plimsoll Portfolio Analysis: Windows & Doors. Simply hanging on to sales has proven a serious...

Ultraframe defies `challenging conditions'.(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Strong performances both in the UK and the US have led to a 50% increase in volumes for the year for conservatory roof manufacturer Ultraframe. Shares rose 14p to 242.5p on the announcement. However, chief exec David Moore sounded a note of...

HW recovery slower than expected.(Heywood Williams shares declined 17% after profits warning)
December 19, 2002... Heywood Williams shares fall 17 per cent (to 144p) after a profits warning. The Huddersfield-based building products group said that full- year profits before exceptionals would come in just under last year's #18.1m. Analysts had looked forward...

Which? names & shames Nationals.(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... In a survey of its readers, published last month, Which? found that six out of ten respondents experienced difficulties with double glazing companies. National chains caused the most problems. According to the survey, around three quarters...

Guardian Inspiration UV Picture Glass.(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Guardian Industries Corp. launched its Inspiration UV Glass recently at the Decor Expo in Atlanta. Inspiration UV is a coated glass product for professional framers everywhere, from the picture framing industry to gallery owners to museums,...

First use of Spectus Reversible.(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Some local authority homes in Guildford have undergone a full window replacement using the reversible PVCu window from Spectus. Installed by Dorwin Ltd, this project is one of the first to be completed using Spectus' reversible windows, which...

Persimmon puts Framefast Bay on Trial.(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... One of the first major trials of HW Systems' FrameFast Bay cavity closer and window acceptors to be undertaken by a national housebuilder is currently in progress at The Folly, a Persimmon Homes development in Clapham, Bedfordshire. The windows...

PPG Reports $163m loss On Third Quarter.(PPG Industries financial report)(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... PPG Industries reported on October 17th third quarter net income of $148 million, or 87 cents a share, including after tax income of $15 million, or 9 cents a share, to reflect the decline in value of PPG stock included in a previously reported...

Veka girls pose for charity calendar.(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... If you deal with PVC-U window systems supplier VEKA and perhaps wondered if the girl on the other end of the line looks as good as she sounds, now's the time to find out! Because after the success of the first Charity Calendar featuring the men...

Avocet Raises the Roof.(finishes first phase of UKPd3.5 mil project)(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Avocet Hardware has completed the first phase of a #3.5m project to establish an automated picking and despatch operation at its National Distribution Centre in Brighouse. A narrow aisle, high bay racking scheme has just been installed, which...

Dual source Suites for Secure.(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Secure Windows and Door Systems Ltd will shortly become a fabricator of both Spectus and HW Systems profiles. The Halesowen-based company, set up by John Wakeman and Nick Hart, operates in the domestic, commercial and new build markets and made...

Conservatory Roof Centre Re-locates.
December 19, 2002... The Conservatory Roof Centre has relocated its factory to Cheltenham. Roy Woodward, General Manager, explains, `We have moved our factory in order to increase capacity for manufacturing the unique Quantal roofing system. We now have factory and...

Watson Dallas sold by Receivers.(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Iain Bennet, joint receiver of Watson Dallas Ltd, announced the sale of the Perth-based residential doors business of Watson Dallas to IG Doors. The sale was effective from 8th October. IG Doors is a manufacturer and supplier of residential...

EWS takes on Easi-Fab.
December 19, 2002... Specialist reinforcement manufacturer EWS, part of the Laird Group, has become the latest company to join up to the "easy-fab" online trading portal to take advantage of the accuracy, efficiency and cost savings that this system delivers. ...

New BBA Board members.(Alan Thomas, Jim Wright, appointed by British Board of Agreement)
December 19, 2002... The Governing Board of the British Board of Agrement has appointed Alan Thomas as Sales and Marketing Director and Jim Wright as Finance Director. Copyright: CMP Information Ltd.

VAT issue Clear says GGF.(value-added tax issue clear to Glass and Glazing Federation)(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... After a year in which the glazing industry has pledged its support to saving energy, the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) was again disappointed that the Chancellor in his pre-Budget address did not tackle the issue of a VAT reduction for...

Bohle sets up subsidiaries in Estonia & SA.(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... BOHLE, one of Europe's leading glass tools and machinery suppliers, has expanded its global network with the opening of two subsidiaries in Estonia and South Africa. With these additions, Bohle now has wholly- owned subsidiaries in eight...

Latest Activ partner news.(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... The UK launch of Pilkington Activ, the dual-action self-cleaning glass, has now taken place. Since the product was first discussed with customers, it has been welcomed with enthusiasm and the list of specialist Launch Partners now stands at...

Sash Boosts Production with new Handling Line.
December 19, 2002... The new build market requirement of fully glazed and furnished windows being delivered to site has resulted in the installation of a 30 metre glass manual handling line being installed at Sash UK's window, door and conservatory manufacturing...

Schuco Roadshow Completes UK Tour.(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... The UK leg of the Schuco lnternational Demonstration Lorry Tour has come to an end in Guildford bringing its total distance covered throughout Europe this year to over 300,000 kilometres. The colourful Schuco lorry, which is 16.5m long and...

SAIDUE 03.(glass industry trade show)
December 19, 2002... The 22nd edition of SAIEDUE LIVING will be held again this year from 19 through 23 March 2003 at the Bologna trade fair centre, where visitors will be able to see products in interior design, architecture, building renewal and finishing. ...

Business Micros up 12%.(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Software supplier Business Micros has reported a 12 per cent increase in turnover in the year since it was bought out by directors Graeme Bailey and Jim Cronie. The company attributes much of this success to the successful launch of its new...

MILLENCO's R&D.(Millenco Hardware invests in facilities)(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Millenco Hardware is investing half a million pounds in new facilities at its Wolverhampton factory. The funds will go towards an extension to the existing building to create more room for warehousing and distribution. The facilities will also...

Business Award for Deceuninck Fabricator.(Great Harwood Windows Ltd. wins award for customer service)(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Deceuninck fabricator Great Harwood Windows Ltd has won the prestigious East Lancashire Business Award for customer service. Over 100 companies entered this category. Copyright: CMP Information Ltd.

Synseal Goes Global.
December 19, 2002... `The Shield Conservatory System has proved popular with Synseal Shield fabricators but at the moment fabricators of other systems can't use the Shield System because it can only be sold to Synseal fabricators and we have no intention of...

K2 invests, and goes Ltd.(K2 Conservatory Roof Systems )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... K2 Conservatory Roof Systems has moved from a brand into a separate limited company, in a move which has been justified due to parent company The Burnden Group becoming ever more diverse in the plastics and construction industry. Sally...

New Machines Boost Production at Hurst.(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Hurst Plastics, the UK door panel manufacturer, is investing #250,000 in three state-of-the-art machines which will increase the company's vac forming capacity. The twin-head vac formers will have a combined production capacity of nearly 20,000...

Shepley goes Modular.(new modular conservatories )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Shepley has launched a range of modular conservatories to enable customers to order frames, roof and polycarb in a one-stop shop service. The customer chooses the conservatory style, specifies the position of the door and the rest is down to...

Shifting it by the Shad load.(Shad Fork Trucks Ltd. launches new lift trucks)(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Shad Fork Trucks Ltd, the long established UK mainland distributor for BP (Battioni Pagani) sideloaders, has launched the BP Quadri-lift, a multi-directional machine capable of handling long loads in confined spaces. The Quadri-lift offers the...

Versatile shading from CP.(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... CP Films' newly extended range of Llumar Shade Films can overcome the effects of solar heat gain, glare and fading due to UV light. As the base material used in the manufacture of a solar control blind systems, Llumar Shade Film can be...

Veka sorts terrace trouble.(PVC-U replacement system for gutters)(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Veka's new Heritage Rainwater System is designed to resolve guttering problems on period terraced properties. Many 19th and early 20th century terraced properties have `troughing' which runs the length of the terrace, manufactured from...

New World, new doors.(New World Developments introduces new inverted door panels)(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... New World Developments of County Antrim recently launched a new range of inverted door panels at Scotbuild in Glasgow. The Vintage Collection was designed to satisfy growing customer demand in Ireland and UK and includes four new panel...

Garden gates from Sash.(Sash UK offers PVC-U garden gates )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Sash UK is one of the first in the UK to offer PVC-U garden gates as part of its growing range of non-glazing home improvement products. The range of gates are imported from mainland Europe, through the Veka stable. Each gate is made to...

FIRING ON ALL CYLINDERS.(Malbern Windows signs deal with Eurocell )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Manchester based Malbern has chosen to fabricate Eurocell's Ultimate 70mm system for its expanding New Build and Trade Fabrication arms Based just off the new M60 Manchester Ring Road in Denton, Malbern Windows is well situated to supply...

Caldwell business balloons to new premises.(opens new headquarters)(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Architectural hardware and leading sash balance supplier Caldwell celebrated in high style on 21 November with the launch of over 150 balloons to celebrate the move to its new headquarters in Coventry. Councillor Dave Batten from Coventry...

Hoppe handles Sapa range.(Sapa Building Systems selects Hoppe door handles )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Sapa Building Systems, one of the UK leaders in aluminium doors and windows, has recently taken delivery of an all-new and exclusive range of Hoppe door handles. Sapa has designed the Dualframe new high performance entrance door and window...

Hospitals & acquisitions.(Caldwell supplies equipment for the renovation of Derriford Hospital's windows )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Caldwell has recently provided over 2000 restrictors for the windows of the 1000-bed Derriford Hospital, part of the Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust. Built in 1980, recent refurbishment of the hospital's windows, which treats over half a...

GU economical patio gearing.(Gretsch Unitas introduces Tilt/Slide gearing system )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Gretsch Unitas has developed a new economical Tilt/Slide gearing system for patio doors. Known as GU90, the company believes this is a significant development which will provide fabricators with improved profit opportunities. ...

`Win-win' fastener scheme.(SFS intec offers new fastener audit scheme )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... A new fastener audit scheme, linked to a 20 year warranty, has been enthusiastically received by fabricators and specifiers alike. The scheme, introduced by leading fastener manufacturer SFS intec, was piloted with Bristol City Council and...

Butler fits all applications.(Titon Commercial launches new concept in electronic door access control )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Titon Commercial is launching Butler, a new concept in electronic door access control. Butler uses a key-ring type transmitter which generates a 32-byte code to open and close the doors. Titon says that it is impossible for this device to...

Tradelink handle upgrades.(introduces new espagnolette-operating handle )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Leading trade fabricator Tradelink has launched a new high performance espagnolette-operating handle. Introduced as part of an upgrade to its standard package, the Maxim 2 handle is both modern and stylish in appearance while being sturdy...

Titon straight handles.(offers new window handles )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Titon is expanding its range of Select window handles to include a straight version of the Standard Espagnolette Handle. Although not featuring the offset clearance for improved ease of operation that handed handles offer, the Straight...

X-tra security from Nico.(offers X-tra Bolt device for windows )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Recently launched by Nico Manufacturing, the X-tra Bolt is an easy to fit device that provides additional security to PVC-U or timber windows. Manufactured from heavy gauge steel (2.3mm) and plated for an attractive, long-life finish, Nico...

Avocet add-ons for profit.(offers professional home security and automation systems )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Avocet's professional home security and automation systems are an add- on sales opportunity for both fabricators and installers. >From video door entry kits to dummy cameras, this big range is designed to deliver value for money...

The distributor's role.(Carl F. Peterson achieves growth during hard economic times )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Amidst challenging times for a number of hardware distributors, Carl F Petersen has demonstrated that growth can be achieved. Business Development Manager Bruce Bradshaw comments here on the distributor's role in the glazing industry. A...

Avocet adds hook to hinge.(adds technology to Triad Friction Hinge)(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Avocet has applied its advanced `hook' security technology to its successful Triad Friction Hinge. The hook provides two locking points on the hinge side of the window. Any load applied at this point results in the Avocet security hinge...

Exit options from Axim.(new panic exit devices )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Axim has added two new panic exit devices: a new `paddle' operated version, the PR-7085-P `one touch' model, for single-handed operation, and a sleek new encased device too, the PR-7100 `Soft Touch' model. Both of these new models are concealed...

Abloy keeps history safe.(security upgrades at the Kilmainham Gaol and Museum in Dublin )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Ireland's history is one of political struggle and social upheaval, and many these stories come to life in the Kilmainham Gaol and Museum in Dublin, where intimate letters, photos and diaries of some of Ireland's most outspoken historical...

Landmark job for Siegenia.(residential development uses Siegenia-Frank Ltd.'s hardware )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Hardware from Siegenia-Frank (UK) Ltd features in a prestigious residential development in Cardiff city centre. The #50 million Landmark Place complex offers spectacular views over Bristol Channel and across the city. The Sir Robert...

Winlock handles #1m sales.(window handle sales exceed one million within 18 months)(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... More than #1 million worth of Winlock's Custodian, off-set espagnolette window handles, have been sold within 18 months of the launch. And, according to Winlock Security's sales director, Philip Swann, most of the customers for the British-made...

Ultralite `easier to install'.(changes packaging of 'roof in a box')(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Ultraframe has rationalised the way its Ultralite 500 PVC `roof in a box' arrives on site in order to make it even easier to install. The original Ultralite 500 is typically installed in just two hours or so. But now the sequential components...

Showroom is Taylormade.(Taylormade Windows and Conservatories opens showroom )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Taylormade Windows and Conservatories recently held the official opening of its brand new #1 million conservatory showroom. Central TV weather girl Charlie Neal did the honours, cutting the ribbon into one of the biggest showrooms in the UK....

Baffled by Ultraframe.(introduces black rain baffle )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... A new black rain baffle replaces the previous white, brown and Light Oak options on all Ultraframe Victorian conservatory designs. The primary and crucial purpose of a rain baffle `pocket' is to seat varying thicknesses of glazing material...

New eaves beam vent.(Ultraframe introduces new product)(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Ultraframe has launched a new eaves beam ventilator. This product is three times more efficient, and 20% less expensive, than the original eaves ventilator it replaces. The new eaves ventilation unit is preformed and simply clips into pre-...

Ultraframe's clad tidings.(introduces new line of decorative glazing bar internal claddings )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Ultraframe is launching a new range of decorative glazing bar internal claddings in a choice of design styles. The new sculptured claddings blend with many window profiles and work with the popular Ultraselect range of decorative fascia...

Support for gable fronts.(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Another new product from Ultraframe is a gable support system to give enhanced performance to both its lean-to and gable fronted conservatories. The new system essentially incorporates an aluminium `lintel', which fits across either end of a...

NATUR-AL'S PROGRESSION.(Steve Crossley discusses the future of the Natura-Al conservatory concept)
December 19, 2002... Steve Crossley, who heads up the Natur-Al operation, looks back over a successful year for this new system, and gives an insight into what lies ahead The Natur-Al conservatory concept has been very well received by the trade, in fact,...

Bumper retail brochure from S&J Marketing.(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Northampton based S&J Marketing - an Ultraframe BBA accredited fabricator - has enhanced local marketing support for its customers with the publication of a whopping 25,000 copies of a high quality retail brochure. The 24 page full colour...

Hardback brochure makes a strong case for Shield.(Synseal offers product information )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Synseal's new 60 page hardback book, full of product information and illustrations of the Shield conservatory roof system, is a new sales tool to give customers ideas and inspiration. The new `Imagination' book not only shows stylish...

CRC goes to Cheltenham.(Conservatory Roof Centre moves factory )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... The Conservatory Roof Centre, a Quantal fabricator and part of the long established Regent RS Group, has relocated its factory to Cheltenham in order to accommodate its growing business. The Group also supplies extensive range Veka and Swish...

Xtralite's newsletter.(launches autumn/winter issue )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... The autumn/winter edition of Xtralite's newsletter, `Xtra Xtra', is now available. The lead story focuses on the company's industry first with the introduction of an insurance backed guarantee on all their rooflight ranges. Other stories...

Sapa system kit service.(Sapa Building Systems launches new production line for Dualframe conservatory roof system )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Sapa Building Systems has introduced a new, dedicated production line to manufacture the Dualframe conservatory roof system in kit form. Offering a true dual colour option rather than the usual capping method, Sapa's system can be used with...

Top job in US for Sash.(Sash USA receives order worth nearly $600,000)(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Sash USA, the independent sales arm of Sash UK Ltd, has received an order for the company's biggest domestic conservatory to date, with a retail value of almost $600,000 - excluding the cost of the pool and furnishings. The structure,...

Spaceage is first stop for Ultraframe training bus.(offers information about conservatories )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Spaceage in Reading was one of the first stops for the new Ultraframe training bus. Recognising that not everyone can travel to its base in the North, the company has decided to take its show on the road. Spaceage invited customers and...

Eurocell roof brochures.(Eurocell Buildings Plastics offers more product information )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... The latest offering from Eurocell Building Plastics, the Pinnacle 500 Modular Roofing System now has an extended range of literature available. Detailing current prices along with comprehensive product descriptions, the literature will be...

Amari takes on Park Lane.(Amari Plastics plc adds Park Lane Highlight conservatory roof system to stock)(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Amari Plastics plc is the latest stockist of the Park Lane Highlight 600 conservatory roof system. Highlight 600 is available ex-stock from Amari's 18 depots which form this established plastic stockist chain. Comments Jerry Croft, Park...

Crown cappings with Styal.(Wendland unveils new line of crown cappings)(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Wendland has introduced a new collection of crown cappings for use with its recently launched Styal conservatory roofing system. Specifically developed in response to customer feedback, the enhanced range offers simpler installation, superior...

Tradeplas installs in the US.(completes three conservatories )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Nailsworth, Gloucestershire based retail fabricator Tradeplas has completed three conservatories in America, after striking a successful deal with a USA based trade customer. Tradeplas fabricated three very different conservatories, using...

Lots new at Newdawn.(Newdawn & Sun has expanded production, warehousing, and training space)(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Specialist conservatory roof manufacturer Newdawn & Sun is gearing up for 2003 following major investment in new factory space, new products and training facilities. The Midlands-based company has recently completed #4 million investment...

K2 portals from Magnus.(Magnus Direct expands into the manuafcture of large span portal roofs)(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... South Devon based Magnus Direct is the latest K2 fabricator to branch out into manufacturing large span portal roofs. Operating from purpose built premises in Dartington, the company has over 30 years' experience within the industry and is...

GLASSTEC BUCKS THE TREND.(Glasstec 2002 report)
December 19, 2002... Glasstec 2002 not only exceeded its visitor draw. With its increasingly global and technical themes it has underlined the flexibility and promise of the glass industry against a prevailing mood of doom and gloom Glasstec 2002, the world's...

Random Book Titles projected onto Glass.(new permanent exhibit at Leeds Metropolitan University )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... The UK's first permanent public projection artwork has just been unveiled at Leeds Metropolitan University by Hilary Benn MP. An adventurous form of public art, 'One Hundred Books' incorporates a major glass, stainless steel and light...

Bombay Sapphire attracts `gin'teresting glass art.(Thomas Heatherwick receives The Bombay Sapphire Prize )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Designer Thomas Heatherwick was recently announced as the #15,000 winner of The Bombay Sapphire Prize for excellence and innovation in glass design for his spectacular Glass Bridge. The Prize-winning design - Glass Bridge - is a 7m bridge...

Blue Plaque for Hardman.(metalworker and stained glass maker John Hardman honored with English Heritage Blue Plaque)(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... An English Heritage Blue Plaque has been unveiled for John Hardman (1811-1867), master metalworker and stained glass maker at the Presbytery of St Francis Church, Handsworth, formerly the Hardman House, 101 Hunters Road, Birmingham. The...

What did you do on a bench?, asks Cate.(ceremony in Newcastle upon Tyne marks the introduction Grainger Town Street Furniture )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Arts Minister Baroness Blackstone performed the official switching on of the Christmas lights at Grey's Monument and Grey Street in Newcastle upon Tyne. The ceremony also marked the launch of the distinctive Grainger Town Street Furniture,...

`Ceraphic' screenprinted waves from Hansen.(HansenGlass supplied structural glass assemblies for Holmes Place Leisure group's fitness and leisure facility )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... HansenGlass of Liverpool supplied ThermoSpan structural glass assemblies towards the conversion of a former Manchester printing works into a new fitness and leisure centre for Holmes Place Leisure group. A total of 120m2 of ThermoSpan...

Solutia launches new Vanceva Design range.(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... Glass as rich looking as fine linen? Glazing that shimmers like the ocean on a sunny day? Windows that have the textured look of a sandy riverbed? All these look can be achieved with Solutia's latest addition to its Vanceva Design brand Vanceva...

Not bog standard glass.
December 19, 2002... Gordon McLachlan of Glaverbel is `on the Muse': `Window and conservatory companies are offering their customers shaped profile and beads for frames, a choice of good looking hardware and even stained glass effect designs. What about patterned...

REGALEAD LAUNCH NEW BEVEL AND FANLIGHT RANGES.(introduces two new brochures )(Brief Article)
December 19, 2002... This winter sees the launch of two new brochures from Regalead, the UK's leading supplier of bevels, lead and film for the Decorative Glass market. The new Regabevels Definitive Collection 2003 brochure will be expanded to 40 pages with...

PROMAC OFFERS COMPLETE SOLUTION FOR FABRICATION.
December 19, 2002... Promac has served the aluminium and PVC-U fabrication industry for over 20 years, and now offers everything required for window and door manufacture. Promac offers solutions for all areas of PVC-U and aluminium fabrication, with a pedigree...

GTI-KOMBIMATEC - KEEPING THE CUSTOMER HAPPY.(Guardian Systems' services and objectives )(Company Profile)
December 19, 2002... Stirling based fabricator Guardian Systems had its new Kombimatec machinery painted Rangers blue, but that's not the only thing that makes the company stand out... Most fabricators would think they needed their eyes testing if they...

OPENING WINDOWS IN THE MACHINERY MARKET.(profile of Promac Glass & Window Machinery's divisions)(Company Profile)
December 19, 2002... Most people are aware that Promac has two divisions - Glass Machinery and Window Machinery. However, this is only half the story - with its Industrial Division, which supplies the commercial aluminium market, and the rapidly expanding...

EMMEGI.
December 19, 2002... Emmegi has been making high technology products for the door and window frame sector for 30 years. Emmegi machinery is mainly aimed at the commercial aluminium fenestration market, with models ranging from stand-alone copy routers, saws and...

FOR.EL.
December 19, 2002... For.El provides insulating glass solutions which include components such as vertical washers, automatic sealing robots, butyl extruders, automatic profile benders, automatic desiccant loaders, and gas filling equipment. This equipment is...