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Intense Pressure On The Glass Industry Enforces The Need For Protection

06 October 2022

The soaring energy costs, rising interest rates and price increases are creating intense pressure on glass manufacturers, making an extremely turbulent market for the rest of 2022 well into 2023.


The rising energy costs are causing mass panic everywhere, which are due to surpass the levels seen this year by 2023. By 2023 most fixed rates are expected to expire, putting the industry under further stress as the rates will surge. These costs will be passed from the manufacturer onto their customers, seeing prices rise by 25% - 30%.  

These price increases are not the only issues the industry faces over the next year. Major glass manufacturers are supporting European branches due to the conflict in Eastern Europe. Placing more strain on availability and reviving the shortage issue seen post the Covid-19 pandemic. The only solution some manufacturers can see is by returning to putting customers on tight allocations.

The combined impact of price increases, allocations and shortages will cause a real strain on manufacturers and customers alike. Customers will have no choice but to pay the steep prices and endure the allocations.

2023 will see the past three years' issues catch up, and it is now more than ever imperative that glass is protected. Damaged glass on-site will cause tensions, quick replacements are implausible and financial penalties inevitable.

Protectapeel® is quickly applied as a liquid, meaning no cutting to size or wastage. Once dry, the air-tight film that is BS476 Pt 7 Fire Rated protects surfaces for up to 12 months with no loss of adhesion. Giving our customers 100% confidence the glass will be protected from scratching, debris, weathering and UV. Once removed, no residue is left behind, allowing for an effortless hand-over on-time.

Due to the current crisis facing the industry, we are offering a full service package including;

Free demonstrations
Free Cost Comparison
Free Training
Free On-Site Support

Get in touch with our surface protection specialists to find out more.

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