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| Glass Craft has now expanded to The United States of America Glass Craft USA LLC - Tel. 770-220-0666 |
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| Welcome to our new Company in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.A. We would also like to welcome our new U.S.A. team to the Group.
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**LATEST HEADLINES** "Glass Craft USA create three stunning glass pieces for Atlanta's prestigious Millennium Gate Project" |
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The Millennium Gate |
Basil Haslett, Rodney M. Cook, Jr. and Ron Marshall |
Basil Haslett and Rodney M. Cook, Jr. |
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 The three pieces created by Glass Craft USA |
 The pieces in situ at the Millennium Gate |
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The Millennium Gate A portal to the past and future ATLANTA, June 9, 2008- The Millennium Gate will officially open its doors Friday, July 4, 2008. Ticket holders will be given the opportunity to tour the gate at 2pm following a parade and dedication ceremony taking place at 12:30pm. Tickets to the Millennium Gate are on sale and can be purchased at Museumtix.com ($12 for adults, $10 for students/children). Normal museum hours are 10am-6pm Tuesday through Sunday. Located on 17th Street in Atlantic Station, The Millennium Gate was created by Rodney M. Cook, Jr., president and founder of the National Monuments Foundation (NMF). The 82-foot monument also houses a 12,000 square foot museum which features multiple galleries that will contain an abundance of historical information paying tribute to Georgia history and the contributions of many of Atlanta’s pioneer families. The Millennium Gate was designed by way of an international competition. Ten winners from around the world were selected to collaborate on a preliminary design. Then NMF enlisted the expertise of Hugh Petter of the UK-based firm Robert Adam Architects to work with Rodney Cook, Jr. in developing these concepts into the architectural design for the monument. In addition, Mr. Petter, who was responsible for sitting the monument within its park-like setting, is also working with Lady H. Spencer-Churchill who has been engaged to collaborate on the design of the period rooms. The monument’s design, which won the 2006 Palladio Award for public spaces, will resemble arches like the Arch of Titus in Rome and the St. Denis Arch in Paris. Since Roman times, arches have been testaments to human accomplishments and spirit. “The United States needed a project devoted to peaceful accomplishment post-millennium through a classical monument,” stated Cook. Adorning the top of the arch is a Latin inscription, which translates to “This American Monument is dedicated to all peaceful accomplishment, Anno Domini 2000.” The museum housed within The Millennium Gate will offer guests a unique opportunity to travel through the history of Georgia, starting with the American Indians and working up to present-day. Inside the Glenn Gallery, guests can contrast the former resident of the site on which the museum is built, the Atlantic Steel Mill with the present day new urban destination. Visitors will be able to view a recreation of the office of Thomas K. Glenn, former president of Atlantic Steel. The Atlanta Pioneer Gallery will highlight 20 Atlanta families that played an integral role in the city’s development. This gallery will feature heirlooms, biographical records, genealogies and photographs from the following families: Adair, Dobbs, English, Glenn, Herndon, Hurt, Mims, Randall, Rhodes, Rich, Woodruff, Robinson, Russell, Scott, Connally/Spalding, Ottley/ McCarty, Massell/ Selig, Goddard/Alston, Candler/ Warren and Haverty/ Rawson. The Virtues Gallery honors some of Atlanta’s most prolific philanthropists such as Arthur Blank and Ted Turner. Included in this area is a bust of President George Washington. Washington County, Georgia was the first in the newly formed nation to be named for the President. For the Millennium Gate, GLASS CRAFT USA created three stunning pieces to surround and focus attention on the central bust of President Washington. The US Presidential Seal is etched and inlaid with 23 1/2 carat gold, along with the Washington family Coat of Arms and Washington’s family crest, all in full color. With its unique, US-patented portable etching process, GLASS CRAFT USA engraves designs onto all types of glass, including tempered. This 'deep cut' etching permits engraved designs to be painted or inlaid for spectacular full color and precious metal finishes. Basil Haslett, artist and inventor of the process, derives his technique from a family monument business founded in Ireland in 1745. Another unique feature of the museum is the use of technology to convey the transformation of the city over the last 175 years. In the Tocqueville Corridor, visitors will be introduced to the development of philanthropy in the United States. The corridor will include narration from the famous French social philosopher, Alexis de Tocqueville on his tour of Georgia and the United States. The Philanthropy Theater, made possible by the Interactive Technology Media Center at Georgia Tech, will allow visitors the opportunity to see the role philanthropy has played in the development of both Atlanta and the United States. The theater includes a 3-D projection of photorealistic views of Atlanta from the turn of the century through 2006. Visitors will be able to see the legacy of notable Atlanta philanthropists and realize how different the city would look today, were it not for these benefactors. For all its beauty and magnitude, Atlanta has very few public, classical works to share with its citizens. The Honorable Mayor Shirley Franklin said, “Fast growing younger cities like ours often lack the grand monuments that adorn older cities in our country and around the world. The National Monuments Foundation, the developers of Atlantic Station and many generous Atlanta families are about to change that.” About The National Monuments Foundation: Founded in 2001 by Rodney M. Cook, Jr., this organization seeks to build monuments which will uplift the communities in which they are built through a classical approach to urban design. It is comprised of individuals who are committed to the mission of creating self-sustaining destination landmarks which benefit the citizens of the United States. About Atlantic Station: AIG Global Real Estate’s Atlantic Station® redevelopment is a 138-acre environmental redevelopment of the former Atlantic Steel Mill at the nexus of Interstates 75 and 85 in Midtown Atlanta. Officially opened in 2005, the redevelopment is ultimately projected to include 12 million square feet of retail, office, residential and hotel space as well as 11 acres of public parks. For more information, visit Atlanticstation.com. About Robert Adam Architects: Hugh Petter is a director of UK architectural practice Robert Adam Architects which has an international reputation in classical and traditional architecture and design. Founded in 1986 the practice has grown to over 90 staff and is recognized as a world leader in progressive classical design, combining tradition with the latest technology. Robertadamarchitects.com. About Glass Craft USA: Glass Craft USA revolutionizes etching & engraving of tempered glass with its US patented process, revealing “Your imagination in glass.” www.glasscraftusa.com For more information on The Millennium Gate, Rodney M. Cook, Jr. or the 20 Atlanta families highlighted in the museum, contact Gregory Lowe at greg@newaboa.com or Caty Dickensheets at caty@newaboa.com. For more information about The Millennium Gate, visit <http://www.thenmf.org/>www.thenmf.org.
"BRITISH CONSUL GENERAL APPLAUDS INVENTOR ON US PATENT"
Glass Craft USA Headquarters Established in Atlanta
The Atlanta chapter of the British American Business Group celebrated the BABG’s annual Garden Party at the British Consulate on Atlanta’s northside in June. Her Majesty's Consul General Martin Rickerd (left) congratulates Basil Haslett, inventor, businessman and artist, who established the US headquarters of Glass Craft USA in Atlanta. The parent company, Glass Craft, is headquartered near Belfast, N. Ireland. Haslett's US patent was granted in January 2008 for his process of frosting, etching and engraving tempered glass, which before now was not possible because the process caused the glass to shatter. June 2008 --------------------------------------------------------------- "Northern Ireland
Glass Crafter Makes Read the full story by Mike Rast Jr. at Global Atlanta.com follow the link below. http://stories.globalatlanta.com/2008stories/016076.html ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- **LATEST PRESS RELEASE** 1/23/08 U.S. PATENT GRANTED FOR GLASS CRAFT PROCESSEtching of Commercial Tempered, Laminated, Fire Resistant and Bulletproof Glass, Done On-Site =Eye-Opening Economic & Environmental BenefitsFor information: Basil Haslett, info@glasscraftusa.com www.glasscraftusa.com 770-220-0666
The U.S. Patent Office has granted a patent to GLASS CRAFT USA for their system of etching, frosting and engraving tempered glass. The process offers both environmental and beautification benefits. It distinctly reduces energy consumption as well as provides the ability to engrave sufficiently deep to retain several layers of color. As the patent states: “The system and method of the invention can be used to create a frosting effect on one or both sides of a sheet or panel of glass… etching all or part of the glass. As well as providing privacy, it is found that the etched frosting causes a reduction of lux (light) through the glass as well as a reduction of solar radiation. This, in turn, reduces the amount of the heat that is transmitted through the glass. Moreover, it is found that the etched frosting causes the glass to retain more solar energy within itself than if it were un-etched. The dispersal of this additional energy is found to be relatively slow and so has the effect of sustaining heat behind the glass. Further, it is found that there is a reduction of ultra violet light penetrating the etched glass. Hence, by frosting appropriate portions a working environment such as an office can be not only more private but also more comfortable. A further advantage of the invention is that it facilitates the application of metal foils, such as gold, platinum, silver or aluminum, into the incised cuts created by the system. Conventionally, metal foils are applied directly onto the flat surface of toughened glass. This suffers from a disadvantage that the foil can easily be removed by general wear and tear and that the foil is generally only visible from one side of the glass (because of the adhesive used). In contrast however, because the system is able to make incised cuts on toughened glass, the foil can be applied into the incised cut and so is relatively protected from wear and tear. Moreover, the metal may be viewed from either side of the glass.”
TEN YEARS OF PROOFIn both renovation and new construction, engraved glass with color creates a bold, dramatic effect that is economical to produce. This process, successfully employed in Europe for over ten years, turns the “shatter factor” on its head. The challenge, as construction trades know, is that when considering corporate branding, signage, safety decoration or heat/light reduction on tempered or toughened glass, they have been stymied. Etching and engraving of safety glass, especially glass already in place, has been difficult if not impossible. Either the safety qualities were compromised, or the glass simply shattered. The solution is Glass Craft’s unique, patented portable engraving system designed, built and continually modified in-house by Glass Craft, and invented by Basil Haslett. Any type or size of glass can be etched, engraved or decorated either “in situ” or at the Glass Craft facility near Atlanta. Gold, silver, platinum and color can also be added to provide spectacular finishes for corporate logos, school or university crests, or commissioned original designs created by Glass Craft artisans. ENVIRONMENTAL & ENERGY-SAVING BENEFITS Four months of environmental testing on amounts of heat and light admitted through tempered glass, (etched using the unique patent-pending Glass Craft process), was confirmed by the leading research university in Ireland. Tests showed that the etched tempered glass decreased solar transference of heat by more than 25%--in hot, bright climates creating substantial energy savings over short and long term. UV radiation and interior humidity are also automatically reduced with reduction of solar heat transference. BackgrounderBASIL HASLETT—FOUNDER, GLASS CRAFT EUROPE & USAINVENTOR, ENTREPRENEUR, INNOVATOR, ARTIST, RACONTEUR, MONUMENTAL SCULPTOR & CONSULTANT WHO: Inventor of the U.S. patented process of on-site tempered glass etching and engraving, Basil Haslett’s ancestors have been in the business of monumental engraving and sandstone quarrying since 1745 in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. Granted an art scholarship when he was 19, he was told by his father, “You’ll not come home wearing a smock with a flower behind your ear!” After university he was promptly entered into the field of banking and became a gold and foreign exchange dealer. Following early retirement from banking, Haslett resurrected the ancestral monument business. When challenged to etch tempered glass, he self-taught and invented his unique, portable process which will alter the global glass industry. WHAT: GLASS CRAFT, formed in 1997, is part of the HASLETT GROUP, monumental sculptors known throughout the U.K. Prior to this, GLASS CRAFT undertook years of research into all aspects of the glass engraving industry, becoming experts in all the properties of the different glass types and the traditional methods employed in their decoration. Blending craftsmanship and technical innovation gives GLASS CRAFT distinct advantages over the competition. --------------------------------------------------------------------- PIONEERING, ON-SITE TEMPERED GLASS ETCHING PROCESS PLUS BLASTING EDGE, PATENT-PENDING TECHNOLOGY PLUS THREE CENTURIES OF EXPERTISE IN THE U.K. AND EUROPE GLASS CRAFT USA DEBUTS IN ATLANTA MARKET: Commercial On-Site Glass Etching of Tempered, Toughened, Laminated, Fire Resistant and Bulletproof Glass = Eye-Opening Economic & Environmental Benefits For information: WHAT: GLASS CRAFT EUROPE and now GLASS CRAFT USA offer the only on-site tempered glass engraving service in the world. THE CHALLENGE: Architects, engineers, designers, renovators and construction companies considering corporate branding, signage, safety decoration or heat/light reduction on tempered or toughened glass have been stymied by the “shatter factor.” Simply stated, “It can’t be done!” Etching and engraving of safety glass, especially glass already in place, has been difficult if not impossible. Either the safety qualities were compromised, or the glass simply shattered. THE SOLUTION: A unique, patent-pending, portable engraving system designed, built and continually modified in-house by GLASS CRAFT. Any type or size of glass can be etched, engraved or decorated either “in situ” or at its workshops. One operator easily completes logo work. If done onsite, turn time is about 5 days—possibly as little as 48 hours. The etching can be done evenings or weekends so as not to disrupt the workplace. SPECIALTY SOLUTIONS: Gold, silver, platinum and color can also be added to provide spectacular finishes for corporate logos, school or university crests, or commissioned original designs created by GLASS CRAFT artisans. ENVIRONMENTAL & ENERGY-SAVING BENEFITS: Four months of environmental testing on amounts of heat and light admitted through tempered glass, (etched using the unique patent-pending GLASS CRAFT process), was confirmed by the leading research university in Ireland. Tests showed that the etched tempered glass decreased solar transference
of heat by more than 25%--in hot, bright climates creating substantial
energy savings over short and long term. HOW IT’S DONE: Using unique, portable machinery, GLASS CRAFT can engrave designs onto all types of glass deeper than is normally possible. This 'deep cut' etching allows the engraved design to be painted using traditional artists' techniques and modern airbrushing and spraying methods, achieving full color designs and logos which may include precious metals such as Gold Leaf and Silver Leaf. TO CATCH A THIEF—CASE STUDY: GLASS CRAFT frosted, etched, engraved and applied gold fill to a logo on the tempered glass at Shannon’s Jewelers in Lisburn, N. Ireland. A burglar, attempting entry by breaking through the glass, was caught. On tape he said, “I was held up for 10-15 minutes trying to break the glass!” Obviously, GLASS CRAFT’s work had not affected its integrity.
BASIL HASLETT—FOUNDER, GLASS CRAFT EUROPE & USA INVENTOR, ENTREPRENEUR, INNOVATOR, ARTIST, RACONTEUR, WHO: Inventor of the patent-pending process of on-site tempered glass etching and engraving, Basil Haslett’s ancestors have been in the business of monumental engraving and sandstone quarrying since 1745 in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. Granted an art scholarship when he was 19, he was told by his father, “You’ll not come home wearing a smock with a flower behind your ear!” After university he was promptly entered into the field of banking and became a gold and foreign exchange dealer. Following early retirement from banking, Haslett resurrected the ancestral monument business. When challenged to etch tempered glass, he self-taught and invented a unique, portable, patent-pending process which will alter the global glass industry. WHAT: GLASS CRAFT, formed in 1997, is part of the HASLETT GROUP, monumental sculptors known throughout the U.K. Prior to this, GLASS CRAFT undertook years of research into all aspects of the glass engraving industry, becoming experts in all the properties of the different glass types and the traditional methods employed in their decoration. Blending craftsmanship and technical innovation gives GLASS CRAFT distinct advantages over the competition. HOW: During development of the engraving system, Haslett discovered an application enabling the engraving of toughened (or tempered) safety glass. This was thought to be impossible because of the makeup of toughened glass, which is designed to shatter into many tiny pieces, rather than into large shards like regular sheet glass, which can be extremely dangerous. Conventional methods of engraving glass tend to cause toughened glass to shatter instantly, however the GLASS CRAFT system causes no risk of shattering the pane, and after engraving the glass retains its integrity and safety properties. A FULL CLIENT LIST IS AVAILABLE AT WWW.GLASSCRAFTEUROPE.COM
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