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Based in Obernkirchen, Germany, Heye International GmbH is one of the foremost suppliers of glass technology, high performance solutions and know-how to the container glass industry worldwide and, since 2003, has been part of the multi-national Ardagh Group.
Over the years, our team of expert engineers and technicians has built an enviable reputation for quality and innovation and we pride ourselves on an extensive knowledge of the day-to-day issues of glass manufacturing. We are always involved in a variety of projects concerning both new and existing glass factories and have honed our skills with the successful completion of numerous projects throughout five continents.
One of our particular specialities is the design, engineering and construction of complete greenfield container glass manufacturing plants. Our expertise and experience in the field of technology transfer is recognised globally.
We fulfil the needs of the modern glass industry by continually developing new processes and their associated technologies, equipment and production systems – such as the NNPB process invented by Heye in the late 1960s and a full range of equipment for the automation of Cold End quality control. We are leaders in the provision of solutions and equipment for the conventional manufacture of container glass and our bespoke Technical Assistance Agreements provide our customers with access to the full range of our knowledge and experience.
Bottero is an Italian group that has specialized in the production of glass processing machines since 1957. Over the years we have developed our offer in two product categories: flat glass, hollow glass. In these sectors, we are today the world leaders and we operate internationally through the factories and branches in the countries: Italy, Germany, France, United Kingdom, USA, China and Brazil.
Over time we have been able to anticipate the needs of our customers, redefining product standards and process performance in the glass sector.
We promote innovation by dedicating attention and study to the direct experience of the end user. The development of new technologies, and of the relative numerous patents, finds application in the quality of the selected materials, thanks to trusted suppliers, and in the vertically integrated product care followed by our professionals.