Smart Glass International (SGI) is the dedicated manufacturer of Electronically Switchable Glass.  Also known as privacy glass, switchable glass, intelligent glass and electric glass these technologically advanced glass products are fast breaking from being niche to becoming mainstream for use particularly in the commercial, retail, security, transport, healthcare and hospitality sectors.  Our main products are LC SmartGlass^TM offering Privacy on demand and SPD SmartGlass^TM offering Solar-Control.

Intelligent Glass

Smart Glass International has its head quarters, manufacturing, finance and R&D centres in Dublin, Ireland with commercial, sales and technical offices in the UK.  With the intention of concentrating our products and markets we only produce electronically switchable glass products and through continued research and development initiatives are expanding our range of products to meet the needs of growing specialist markets in architecture, transport and medical fields.  We have invested heavily in plant and machinery and have the capacity to fulfil large orders on short lead times.  Each piece of Smart Glass is bespoke made to meet and exceed our client’s needs, always with the client in mind.

We are an award winning company claiming such accolades as the royal institute of British architects sponsored 100% Detail most innovative building product award.

In January 2009, SmartGlass International Ltd and SCHOTT Glass signed an agreement giving SCHOTT the Worldwide sales exclusivity for LC SmartGlass (except UK & Irl).  This partnership allows both of our companies to use our particular areas of expertise to grow the Worldwide Smart Glass market.

For 125 years, SCHOTT has been setting the standard in the special glass industry and in 2009 celebrates its 125^th birthday.  www.schott.com

The use of intelligent smart glass provides added value and increased flexibility in new building design, improves working environments and building ergonomics, saves energy, and increases the well being of occupants.  We are dedicated to bringing environmentally friendly building products and unique design capabilities to our customers.

Through continued investment we have expanded to become World leader in the manufacture of electronically controlled smart glass products for the architectural market.  We offer unique and bespoke services including technical, consultancy, design, installation, supply only service, control systems, service and maintenance through to complete “design & build” turnkey solutions.

Employees are part of a community that strives for the highest levels in everything it does. Our no compromise attitude to quality is the foundation for our commitment to creating products and experiences of real and lasting value.  The principles of these sentiments are enthusiasm, pride and passion for our company, our products and our roots. This spirit permeates all areas of the SmartGlass International organisation and provides the backing for the full scope of our operations.

LC SmartGlass^TM is used for privacy purposes allowing instant privacy at the flick of a switch.  Using a minute electrical current, users can immediately switch the LC SmartGlass from clear to private (opaque) and vice versa.  LC SmartGlass is easily installed and uses a minute electrical current.  Various configurations can be supplied including colour tinted, fire rated, double glazed, curved and shaped.

SPD-SmartGlass^TM can be manually or automatically “tuned” to precisely control the amount of light, glare and heat passing through. Glass facades using patented SPD light-control technology reduce the need for air conditioning during the summer months and heating during winter. SPD SmartGlass windows give the ability to instantly switch a window to maximize daylight when it’s really needed and to provide controllable solar shading during peak light conditions is unique.

Our products foster innovative design opportunities never before available while offering unprecedented environmental benefits and protection to building inhabitants and contents.

Our Smart Glass is currently used in partition screens, windows, roof-lights and doors, projection screens, security & teller screens but as architects and designers explore the boundaries and turn conventional perspectives of glass on their head it is expected that the markets will continue to grow and expand into new and innovative uses.

Evidence that the trend for increases in Smart Glass sales is visible in the range and locations of architectural glass projects recently completed by SmartGlass International including the Guinness Storehouse, Golbach Kirchner, Royal College of Physicians, upmarket private homes, various hospitals, Chevron Texaco HQ, Rolls Royce, Damico tankers, Royal Institution of GB, Emirates Airlines, Saudi Arabian National Guard, European Space Agency, Central Bank of Ireland, Chubb Custodial, SMI, Fairline boats,  Zain Bahrain, Zeus Packaging & Pictet Bank.  Since 2008, our products have been sold into more than 37 countries throughout the World.