Şişecam Encapsulated Glass

Glass Encapsulation

Technology leadership through research and development

The main requirement for windows is to ensure an all-round view of the road and the surroundings as good as possible. Demands on the functionality and design of the windows are continually increasing. It is not only necessary to provide complex shapes, but trouble-free operation must also be guaranteed over many years,in respect to any temperature and weather conditions.

Additional functions are increasingly being incorporated into windows, such as the fixing of decorative strips and panels, electrical connections and assembly aids for driver assistance systems. . Thanks to our research and development, we can offer design solutions as well as solutions in the materials and process engineering field – and this requires a high level of technological expertise.

Our encapsulation products

• ​Encapsulated side windows with thermoplastics and elastomers (TPE, PVC, EPDM, PUR)
• Encapsulated windshields and backlites with TPE and PUR
• Encapsulation of glass elements for sun roofs with integral stiffening
• Fitting of attachments (mounting plates for light and rain sensors, cameras, third stop light, guide elements, retainers)
  

​System Solutions

System solutions in the automobile window sector

​Our customers are tending more and more towards window systems. The basic requirements include good visibility, function, design, weight, logistics and cost. We provide system solutions for the automobile window sector that exactly meet these requirements, from the earliest phase of concept development. We also incorporate other functions to develop complex systems that can be supplied as modules for direct fitting – so a simple rear window becomes a complete liftgate unit with direct interfaces to the vehicle.

​Coating Systems

​Hydrophobic coating

Good visibility at all times

In comparison to normal glass, the surface behaviour of glass with self-cleaning properties is changed in such a way that dirt finds it difficult to stick to the surface. As much as possible is washed away by the flow of water when it's raining. This prohibits contamination and simplifies cleaning.
Glass with self-cleaning properties is frequently described by referring to the so-called lotus effect. The coating process makes use of nanotechnology.

• Less tendency to get dirty​
• Provides a better view on to the external mirror
• Better view out in adverse weather conditions
• ​Increased driving safety​

Water droplets without a hydrophobic coating	Water droplets with a hydrophobic coating

​Plastic Panels

Integration of function

Plastic panel styling allows window guide rails and fixing elements to be incorporated at low cost and permits a freedom of design which metal panels can not offer. Design and functionality, perfect visual appearance and cost-effective integration open up new technical possibilities.

Different materials and material combinations can be provided, depending on the requirement

• ​High-gloss injection moulding: uncoated PMMA and/or coated PC
• Textured plastic: ASA

Prototypes

Prototypes & Small Series

​​Innovative and flexible
Engineering, production, assembly and delivery (in-house and network):

• Rapid prototyping or fabrication of serial production-quality parts
• Small series comprising up to 5,000 vehicles per year
• Available in all possible encapsulation materials:
  • Thermoplastics:
  • PVC
  • TPE
  • Polypropylene
  • Elastomers:
    • EPDM
  • PU-RIM

Spare Parts

Original spare parts that meet high quality standards

We offer almost 800 different spare parts for the automotive glass market, supplying all major vehicle manufacturers.

​Plastic accessories are manufactured in our own injection moulding facility to ensure availability throughout the life cycle of each product.