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Gillinder Glass regularly manufactures to industry and regulatory standards, including but not limited to: FAA, MIL, ICAO, IMCO, AAR, and ITE. GLASS TYPES View More Colors Gillinder Glass regularly manufactures the compositions referenced below to industry and regulatory standards, including but not limited to: FAA (Federal Aviation Administration), MIL (Military), ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization), IMCO (Intergovernmental Maritime Consultative Organization), AAR (American Association of Railroads), UL (Underwriters Laboratories – electrical products), and ITE (Institute of Traffic Engineers) standards or to particular customer directives. Compositions include: Clear Soda Lime UV Absorbing, Visible Transmitting Clear Borosilicate UV Transmitting, Visible Absorbing Clear UV Custom Colors and Compositions FAA and ICAO Colors Band Pass Long Pass Some colors examples include (custom colors available as well): Opolo Highway Yellow Amber Red AA Red C Lox Green Aviation Green LED Blue Aviation Blue HR ICAO Blue True Black

Gillinder Glass manufactures a wide variety of borosilicate and soda lime glass domes for industrial and harsh and hazardous location applications. OPEN STOCK INDUSTRIAL PARTS

Our molded glass manufacturing process allows us to efficiently manufacture a multitude of glass shapes with complex designs and prismatic patterns GLASS PRESSING Gillinder Glass has been a world leader in the manufacture of technical pressed and molded glass for more than one hundred and sixty years. We have the capability to press and mold components as small as <1" in diameter. Our molded glass manufacturing process allows us to efficiently manufacture a multitude of glass shapes with complex designs and prismatic patterns with run sizes ranging from 50 pieces to 120,000 pieces annually. Gillinder Glass utilizes a range of manual and automated glass molding production processes that allow us precise control to match almost any dimensional and technical specification that will be applicable to a certain component. Molded glass components we currently manufacture are trusted in almost any conceivable application, ranging from wingtips of fighter jets and harsh and hazardous location fixtures on all seven continents (think offshore oil rigs and airfields), to underwater and marine lighting fixtures, food storage and prominent art installations. Today, we utilize multiple furnaces for rapid turnaround on part runs and color composition melts. This allows us to reduce lead times and manufacture in smaller runs when required.

Gillinder Glass manufactures pressed and molded glass while adhering to a ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system. DESIGN / TECHNOLOGY R & D, Tech, & Quality Control DESIGN / TECHNOLOGY Gillinder Glass maintains a fully equipped Technology and Quality Control Lab to evaluate our customers’ product light transmission, light dispersion characteristics, and chromaticity. This is yet another value Gillinder Glass customers receive in designing new products, evaluating their current fixtures with different types of lamps, and an assurance that they will always receive consistently high quality products they deserve and expect. In addition to custom designed gauges to ensure adherence to all critical tolerances, the lab equipment includes: Dilatometer to determine the physical properties of glass Multiple Polariscopes to examine strain in glass and correspondingly strength after anneal or tempering operations Refractometer to measure and identify the refraction index Focalmeter to identify focal point of a lens Spectrophotometer to measure chromaticity (color) in flat glass Spectroradiometer to measure chromaticity (color) and intensity in shaped glass Goniometer to position and measure intensity and color at any position around the product QUALITY CONTROL The Gillinder family of employees is committed to meeting our customers' expectations in regards to the quality of our products, the timeliness of delivery and the services we provide. We strive to continually improve our Quality Management System by empowering our employees. We recognize that our success relies on a commitment to satisfy each customers' unique requirements. Each employee is, by this policy, a champion of the customer, a steward of our business and the link to all facets of customer satisfaction. ISO 9001:2015 CERTIFICATE

Gillinder Glass maintains a fully equipped in-house mold and design shop. From start to finish, our customers' molds are made in house, housed in a special atmospherically controlled storage area, and maintained in pristine condition after each use to ensure consistent production of the highest quality glass. IN HOUSE MOLD & DESIGN SHOP Gillinder Glass maintains a fully equipped in-house mold and design shop. From start to end of life, our customers' molds are made in house, housed in a special atmospherically controlled storage area, and maintained in pristine condition after each use to ensure consistent production of the highest quality glass. Not only do our customers benefit from the quality resulting from the creation and ongoing care of their molds, they also benefit from the in-house expertise available to assist their R & D and Product Development staff in designing superior quality parts that can be produced in the most economical fashion which produces value and competitive advantage. In addition to being prepared to work in almost all current software systems for our customers benefit, the mold shop is equipped with: Fadal Computer Controlled Vertical Milling Center 3016L Computer Controlled Bridgeport Horizontal Lathe Bridgeport Series 2 Vertical Milling Machine LeBlond Horizontal Lathe TUR 63 Lathe Welding and Braising Shop (including gas spray welding)

Gillinder Glass has been a staple in pressed and molded glass manufacturing in the United States since 1861. Read an overview about Gillinder Glass and stories from collectors. Gillinder Glass Illuminates the Iconic New Year’s Eve Ball At Gillinder Glass, we’ve always been driven by a passion for innovation and craftsmanship. This year, we’re thrilled to share that our expertise has taken center stage in one of the world’s most celebrated traditions—the New Year’s Eve Ball in Times Square. Crafting a Timeless Icon Since 1861, Gillinder Glass has been a pioneer in American manufacturing, creating custom-designed glass solutions for industries ranging from aerospace and defense to architecture and design. Our reputation for precision, quality, and technical excellence recently earned us the honor of being selected to produce the 2,688 triangular glass tiles that adorn the iconic New Year’s Eve Ball. The opportunity arose in September 2024 when real estate firm Jamestown, the owner of One Times Square, began searching for a trusted partner to bring their vision for the 2026 New Year’s Eve Ball to life. After touring our Port Jervis, NY facility and witnessing firsthand our capabilities in pressed and molded glass manufacturing, the choice was clear. Gillinder was selected to make the glass for the 2025 ball. Setting New Standards Manufacturing began in November 2024, and our skilled workforce rose to the challenge, meeting ambitious production timelines while maintaining the highest quality standards. The result was not just a stunning product but a testament to the precision and dedication that define Gillinder Glass. The New Year’s Eve Ball, weighing six tons and illuminated by 32,256 LEDs, is more than just a symbol of celebration. It represents the culmination of art, technology, and craftsmanship—a perfect match for Gillinder’s mission to push the boundaries of glass innovation. The NYE Ball was recently retired in a joyous occasion! The Ball will be dismantled and put on display inside the Times Travel immersive history experience to be viewed year-round when it opens later this year. Our team got to work immediately, collaborating closely during the design phase to perfect three unique tile variations. The result? Thousands of meticulously crafted glass pieces, each reflecting Gillinder’s unparalleled technical expertise and commitment to excellence. A Legacy of Innovation This collaboration adds another proud chapter to our long history of prestigious projects. Over the years, Gillinder Glass has contributed to groundbreaking designs for institutions such as the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, the Library of Congress, and the Museum of American Glass. Whether we’re crafting components for aerospace technology or architectural masterpieces, our work is defined by its precision, beauty, and functionality. Partnering for the Future The transformation of One Times Square into a year-round destination for art, technology, and entertainment aligns with Gillinder’s own commitment to innovation and design excellence. This partnership underscores our ability to deliver exceptional solutions for world-class projects—and we’re ready for more. Are you looking for a partner with the expertise, experience, and creativity to bring your next project to life? At Gillinder Glass, we’re redefining what’s possible in glass manufacturing. Let’s work together to make your vision a reality. Published News Content featuring Gillinder Glass participation in the project: Fox 5 NY: How Orange County made Times Square’s 2025 ball shine Spectrum News 1: Dream job for upstate glassmaker: Make the Times Square New Year’s Eve ball shine Eyewitness News ABC 7: New York company chosen to make new crystals for New Year’s Eve ball News 12 Hudson Valley: Orange County's Gillinder Glass chose to craft crystals for Time's Square 2025 ball Mid-Hudson News: Orange County glass design company to take world stage on New Year’s Eve US Glass: New York Glassmaker Rings in New Year with Revamped Times Square Ball Daily Voice: Behind The Glitter: NY Company Creates Tiles For Iconic Times Square New Year’s Eve Ball Drop #HereInNY: Iconic NY glass maker is responsible for the 2,688 triangles that make up the famous NYE ball #HereInNY: Behind the scenes of how the crystals on 2025 NYE ball atop One Times Square were made untapped new york: Take Home a Crystal from the NYE Ball in Times Square

Gillinder Glass specializes in custom engineered glass solutions for industrial, military, aerospace, airfield, marine and transit applications. PRODUCTS View Open Stock Catalog Request Custom Quotation

Gillinder specializes in the production of colored and clear glass lenses for the theatrical market. This includes, fresnel, convex, flat and diffused glass lenses. THEATRICAL LIGHTING Gillinder Glass manufactures a variety of theatrical lighting glass lenses and covers from under 3 inches to 14 inches in diameter in both custom/proprietary and open mold designs for the television/motion picture, stage, theatrical, accent, and other similar lighting applications. Shapes include: Flat and Convex Covers Fresnel Lenses Spread Lenses PAR Lenses Diffusers CRI Improvement Optics Barn-Door Optics These applications require controlled beam patterns, thermal and physical shock resistance as well as color and photometric uniformity. Gillinder Glass can sandblast lenses for muted light distribution and/or temper them for added mechanical strength and resistance to thermal shock to compensate for rugged industry demands. Gillinder Glass engineers have an in-depth knowledge of heat dissipation techniques to obtain the most performance from your luminaire. Gillinder Glass covers are used across many market segments. They can be: off-the-shelf designs or custom manufactured designs soda-lime or borosilicate clear glass compositions visible-blocking infrared or Ultra-violet compositions a vast array of standard or special color compositions Gillinder Glass also has one of the largest selections of PAR lens covers in the industry including PAR 32, 36, 46, 56, and 64. Gillinder either has the lens you need or we can develop a lens to your exact specifications. View Gillinder's Open Stock Lens Catalog HERE BACK TO APPLICATIONS

Gillinder Glass manufactures specified technical glass for aviation and defense lighting applications. Meet FAA, ICAO, Air Canada, and Military Specifications. OPEN STOCK AEROSPACE & DEFENSE

Gillinder Glass manufactures glass barrel fresnels and convex lenses for the landscape and marine industries. OPEN STOCK BARREL FRESNELS