Kommerling UK introduce Koedispace 4SG - a new TPS

Edited by the Buildingtalk editorial team Dec 20, 2007

Kommerling UK launch its new TPS (thermo plastic spacer), Koedispace 4SG, and secure major supply contract with Float Glass Industries.

The product has been specifically designed to meet the stringent demands of the commercial and structural glazing market and Kommerling has already secured a significant order to supply Float Glass Industries with the product for use on its newly installed Lenhardt / Bystronic production line for IG units.

Ernst Semar, glass products manager for Kommerling, explained; "The TPS warm edge system is recognised as the most efficient way of constructing gas filled silicone IG units".

"Koedispace 4SG provides both a physical bond and a chemical adhesion that is ideally suited for applications on the facades of buildings where the glass is an integral part of the structure".

"Its new formulation also makes it more robust and resilient to the extremes of high temperature found in areas such as the Gulf States, where some of the most architecturally challenging glass structures are currently under construction".

Already a large and established glass processor, Float Glass Industries believes that Kommerling's new product will provide new opportunities and open up new markets.

Phil Turley, Business Manager for Glass Products at Kommerling UK, said; "Float Glass Industries (FGI) has an excellent reputation for glass merchanting, toughening and processing and we are delighted to be working with them on this new project".

"We have worked together to develop this new concept and Float Glass Industries' commitment is reflected in the significant investment they have made in new equipment".

David Offland, Joint Managing Director of FGI, continued: "This agreement is the culmination of intense negotiations with both Kommerling and the machinery manufacturers, Lenhardt/Bystronic".

"The combination of a high quality sealant, leading, automated warm edge manufacturing capability and our own knowledge and expertise in glass will most certainly be a powerful force in the marketplace.".