Fratelli Pezza at the Leading International Glass Trade Shows in 2026: An Integrated Approach to Professional Glass Sandblasting
The glass industry is evolving. Glass sandblasting is evolving with it.
Over the past few years, the glass processing industry has undergone significant transformation. Contemporary architecture, interior design and contract projects increasingly require customized glass surfaces, larger formats, sophisticated decorative effects and manufacturing processes capable of delivering consistent quality and repeatable results.
In this context, glass sandblasting has evolved far beyond a simple surface finishing technique. It has become a versatile manufacturing process that allows glass processors to control transparency, privacy, aesthetics and functionality, creating solutions for shower enclosures, office partitions, balustrades, doors, façades, mirrors and a wide range of interior design applications.
Meeting these new market demands requires not only advanced equipment, but also deep process expertise. With this vision, Fratelli Pezza will participate in the two leading international glass industry exhibitions in 2026: GlassBuild America, taking place in Las Vegas from 23 to 25 September, and Glasstec, held in Düsseldorf from 20 to 23 October.
Two exhibitions, two markets, one shared vision
Although they serve different geographical markets, GlassBuild America and Glasstec provide valuable insights into the future of the global glass industry.
In North America, demand continues to grow for decorative and functional glass used in residential and commercial construction, particularly for privacy applications and customized architectural projects. In Europe, Glasstec remains the world’s leading exhibition for glass manufacturing technologies, bringing together machinery manufacturers, glass processors, architects and industry professionals who shape the future of glass processing.
For Fratelli Pezza, participating in both events means engaging directly with different production needs, understanding emerging market trends and presenting technologies developed to help manufacturers improve quality, efficiency and production flexibility.
GlassBuild America 2026: Process expertise and application-driven solutions for the North American market
Fratelli Pezza’s participation at GlassBuild America will focus on technical discussions with glass manufacturers and processors operating in the North American market.
Rather than exhibiting machinery, the company will showcase real-world applications, innovative processing solutions and the latest developments designed to improve productivity, quality and flexibility in glass sandblasting.
This approach reflects Fratelli Pezza’s growing presence in the United States, where two MISTRAL 260 EV+ automatic glass sandblasting systems have recently been installed, supporting manufacturers producing architectural and decorative glass in large format.
→ Read the dedicated article about Fratelli Pezza at GlassBuild America 2026.
Glasstec 2026: Showcasing the complete glass sandblasting process
At Glasstec, Fratelli Pezza will present its complete ecosystem of technologies developed through more than fifty years of experience in glass sandblasting.
Visitors to Hall 16 – Stand A26 will have the opportunity to see automatic and manual sandblasting machines, while also exploring the technologies and expertise that contribute to consistent processing quality: masking systems, software, abrasives, permanent glass marking and surface protection treatments.
Rather than presenting individual products, the company will demonstrate how high-quality sandblasting results depend on the effective integration of every stage of the production process.
→ Discover what Fratelli Pezza will showcase at Glasstec 2026.
MultiShading: Expanding the creative possibilities of automated glass sandblasting
The company’s most significant innovation for 2026 is MultiShading, a new technology developed to extend the creative capabilities of automated glass sandblasting.
MultiShading makes it possible to create:
- multidirectional shading effects;
- multiple opacity levels on the same glass panel;
- smooth transitions between transparent and satin-finished areas;
- complex decorative patterns produced automatically with high repeatability.
These capabilities open new opportunities for applications including shower enclosures, privacy glass, office partitions, decorative panels, backlit mirrors, balustrades, architectural glazing and interior design.
Beyond its aesthetic advantages, MultiShading has been developed to simplify production by reducing the number of processing steps traditionally required to achieve sophisticated decorative effects.
More than machinery: A complete process approach to glass sandblasting
Professional glass sandblasting is not defined solely by the machine used. Consistent results depend on the successful combination of process design, materials, production parameters and application expertise.
For this reason, Fratelli Pezza has developed an integrated approach covering every stage of the process, including automatic and manual sandblasting machines, dedicated software, masking materials, abrasives, permanent marking solutions, protective surface treatments and technical consultancy.
This integrated methodology enables glass processors to handle increasingly demanding applications while maintaining high quality standards, production consistency and repeatable results.
Meet Fratelli Pezza in 2026
| Exhibition | Date | Location | Stand |
|---|---|---|---|
| GlassBuild America 2026 | 23–25 September 2026 | Las Vegas, USA | ITA |
| Glasstec 2026 | 20–23 October 2026 | Düsseldorf, Germany | Hall 16 – Stand A26 |
FAQ
Fratelli Pezza will participate in the two leading international glass industry exhibitions in 2026: GlassBuild America, taking place in Las Vegas from 23–25 September 2026, and Glasstec, held in Düsseldorf from 20–23 October 2026. Both events provide an opportunity to present the company’s latest developments in professional glass sandblasting and to meet glass manufacturers, processors and industry professionals from around the world.
The main innovation for 2026 is MultiShading, a new technology that expands the creative possibilities of automated glass sandblasting. It enables multidirectional shading effects, multiple opacity levels and smooth transitions between transparent and satin-finished areas, creating new opportunities for architectural and decorative glass applications.
While no machinery will be exhibited on the show floor, Fratelli Pezza can arrange, subject to customer availability, visits to selected U.S. glass processors currently operating our automatic sandblasting systems. Seeing the equipment in a real production environment offers valuable insight into process performance, productivity and application possibilities beyond what can typically be demonstrated during a trade show.
At Hall 16 – Stand A26, visitors will discover Fratelli Pezza’s integrated approach to professional glass sandblasting. The exhibition will include automatic and manual sandblasting machines, masking systems, software, abrasives, permanent glass marking solutions, protective surface treatments and live demonstrations of the complete production process.
Fratelli Pezza will welcome visitors at Hall 16 – Stand A26 throughout Glasstec 2026, from 20 to 23 October in Düsseldorf, Germany.
Professional glass sandblasting is widely used in architectural and decorative glass manufacturing. Typical applications include shower enclosures, office partitions, privacy glass, balustrades, doors, decorative panels, backlit mirrors, furniture and other interior design elements where aesthetics, functionality and repeatable quality are essential.
Consistent sandblasting results depend on more than the machine itself. Factors such as masking materials, abrasives, process parameters, software and surface protection all contribute to the final quality of the glass. An integrated approach helps manufacturers improve productivity, repeatability and process reliability while meeting increasingly demanding design requirements.
Glass sandblasting is a surface processing technique that uses a controlled stream of abrasive media to modify the appearance of glass. It can create satin finishes, decorative patterns and varying levels of opacity while preserving the material’s structural properties. Widely used in architectural and decorative glass, sandblasting offers designers and manufacturers a versatile way to customize glass surfaces, enhance privacy and achieve durable aesthetic effects for a wide range of interior and exterior applications.