Although contemporary building practices allow us to form huge, glittering skyscrapers of glass that rise hundreds of meters into the air, the ancient material’s original purpose – to welcome ...

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) supports Technical Committees on glass materials, including TC 48 on quality of glassware and TC 160 on glass in building.

Their use as thermal or acoustic insulation therefore contributes to the fire safety of the building or area. Sustainability—Mineral wool and glass wool are made of recycled materials such as slag, ...