News and Events

Kopp Glass Announces an On-Demand, Technical Presentation Focused on Improving the Light Output for UV-C LED Applications

By Kopp Glass | July 28, 2021

Kopp Glass has released a new, technical presentation highlighting two, comparative cases that feature the use of common optic types to address challenges facing UV-C LED application adoption, including cost, efficiency, and light distribution. The presentation titled “UV Transmitting Glass Optics to Improve Light Output for UV-C LED Applications,” was recently presented to industry professionals at the 2021 IUVA World Congress by Michael Ulizio, New Product Engineer.

Kopp Glass Presenting New Research at the 2021 IUVA World Congress

By Kopp Glass | June 3, 2021

Kopp Glass will feature their moldable, UV transmitting glass compositions at the upcoming 2021 IUVA World Congress Virtual Conference and Exhibition. Unlike other UV transmitting materials, Kopp’s unique, proprietary UV glass exhibits high transmission and mechanical durability across the UV-A, UV-B and UV-C light spectrum and can be molded into complex and contoured geometries that are often difficult and expensive to achieve through machining or fabrication.

Kopp Glass Voluntarily Reduces Emissions from Specialty Glass Plant

By Kopp Glass | August 6, 2020

Swissvale-based Kopp Glass, Inc., a manufacturer of high-performance technical glass used in mission-critical applications, has voluntarily reduced potential metal hazardous air pollutants (“HAPs”) emissions from its operations. Kopp has notified the Allegheny County Health Department (“ACHD”) of these actions.

Kopp Advances UV Light Sterilization and Disinfection for a Broad Range of COVID-19 Applications

By Kopp Glass | July 30, 2020

Working to combat the COVID-19 pandemic, Kopp is supporting industries utilizing ultraviolet (UV) light for sterilization and disinfection.

Looking For The Helpers

By Kopp Glass | April 8, 2020

In Pittsburgh, we look for the helpers in times of crisis. This habit originated with one of our local heroes, the children’s television personality, Fred Rogers of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood.

Our Response to COVID

By Kopp Glass | March 23, 2020

During this time of uncertainty surrounding the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) global pandemic, Kopp Glass’ priority is on the health and safety of our employees and their families, customers, suppliers and all others impacted.

Introducing Our Knowledge Center

By Kopp Glass | December 5, 2019

We are thrilled to share our new Knowledge Center with you. Whether you’re a designer new to working with glass or an experienced engineer needing material property specifics, or somewhere in-between, our Knowledge Center has resources that will make your job easier.