Around the first year of the AD, due to the promotion of the Romans and their strict production process, glass achieved great success. Glassblowing (a technique brought to Rome from Syria) enabled artisans (often slaves) to make glass cups and bowls much faster than before. Cheap glasses began to appear on the market. Soon, the popularity of glass among ordinary Romans rivaled that of ceramics. Artists began experimenting with richer forms of art with glass, creating Rose Janus face vases and wine bottles decorated with scenes of nativity. Builders began to use glass for Windows, but because the glass was cloudy and heavy, the purpose was not so much for lighting as for safety and insulation. We find traces of glass Windows throughout Rome and surrounding cities, including luxurious tiles and well-preserved bathhouses in Pompeii.
According to the 2023-2028 China photovoltaic glass industry market Outlook forecast and future development Trend Report released by the China Business Industry Research Institute, the daily melting demand for photovoltaic glass in 2022 is 51,000 tons/day. China Business Industry Research Institute analysts predict that the daily demand for photovoltaic glass will reach 75,000 tons/day in 2023, the daily demand for solar glass is expected to reach 98,000 tons/day in 2024, and the daily demand for solar glass will exceed 110,000 tons/day in 2025
However, the advantages of Low-E glass extend beyond energy efficiency. When combined with safety features, it becomes an invaluable asset in construction. Safety glass is engineered to withstand impact better than standard glass, making it an essential material in environments where security and durability are paramount. Low-E safety glass is produced using processes such as tempering or laminating, which increases its resistance to breakage and shattering. In case of an impact, the lamination helps hold the glass shards together, reducing the risk of injury—a crucial consideration in public and high-traffic areas.