Press / Publication · Glass Technology International (GTI 6/2025)
Automotive glass engineering is entering a new phase where precision, digital control and sustainability goals must converge in a single production strategy. A recent international feature highlights IOCCO’s contribution to this evolution, describing how Industry 5.0 principles and process innovation are reshaping modern automotive glass manufacturing. The article is published in Glass Technology International (GTI 6/2025) and hosted online by Glassonline.
Automotive glass manufacturing: from material to smart interface
The publication describes the ongoing evolution of automotive glazing: glass is no longer a passive component, but a platform enabling functionality—supporting integrated technologies, higher performance targets, and stricter quality requirements. In this scenario, engineering accuracy must be supported by robust process design, repeatability, and advanced validation logic across every stage of production.
Process engineering and digital control in automotive glass
A central point is the growing complexity of production: trimming, grinding, printing, bending, tempering and lamination increasingly require continuous monitoring rather than end-of-line checks. The article underlines how data-driven supervision, in-line inspection and engineering feedback loops can improve stability, reduce scrap, and protect optical and dimensional performance—especially in high-value OEM programs.
Industry 5.0 in glass manufacturing
Another key theme is the transition toward Industry 5.0, where automation and digitalization are combined with human expertise to achieve resilient, sustainable, and high-precision manufacturing. Rather than “more automation” alone, the focus shifts to smarter decision-making, safer operations and continuous improvement enabled by advanced control systems and skilled engineering teams.
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