Glassman, the travelling international exhibition and conference for the glass manufacturing industry, arrived in Italy for the first time, choosing Bologna as the host city for this key international event dedicated to the glass manufacturing sector. The exhibition confirms its role as a major meeting point for glassmakers, suppliers and decision-makers, with a strong focus on innovation, efficiency and sustainability in hollow glass manufacturing.
For Pneumofore, this first Italian edition of Glassman holds special significance. Founded in Italy in 1923, where its headquarters are based, Pneumofore has built its identity by combining Italian design and manufacturing quality with Swiss engineering expertise, delivering high-performance vacuum pumps and compressors for the glassmaking industry worldwide.
As a long-established exhibitor at Glassman events globally, Pneumofore once again confirmed its key role within the glass industry by contributing to the technical conference. During the event, Ms. Monica D’Alessio, Area Sales Manager, delivered the presentation “What Matters in Hollow Glass Production”.
The analysis focused on the key success factors in hollow glass manufacturing, illustrating how glass producers can overcome common operational challenges, improve process stability and consistently achieve high quality standards, energy efficiency and cost savings by making the correct choice for pneumatic equipment.
With its participation at Glassman Italy, Pneumofore reinforces its commitment to supporting glassmakers with reliable and long-lasting solutions, helping the industry face current and future challenges through energy-efficient vacuum and compressed air systems.
Latamcan, the leading technical conference for the metal packaging and canmaking industry in Latin America, turned to be a tremendous success for Pneumofore. Held this year in Mexico City, the event brought together canmakers, suppliers, and key technology leaders from across the region. Throughout the exhibition and conference, Pneumofore received widespread appreciation from visitors for the team’s expertise and professionalism, further reinforcing its reputation as a trusted technology partner for energy-efficient vacuum and compressed air solutions in the can industry.
This edition featured the presence of Pneumofore President, Eng. Daniel Hilfiker, underlining the strategic importance of the Latin American market for the company. Pneumofore was also supported by its partner Airvacs, which provides fast, reliable, and cost-effective service to customers across Latin America and Europe, ensuring operational continuity and strong local support.
During the technical conference, Andrés Marcelo Gomez Ramones, Area Sales Manager for Latin America, hold the presentation “The Invisible Backbone of Production – Hidden Drivers of Sustainable Canmaking.” The session highlighted how utilities such as vacuum and compressed air systems can account for up to 50% of a can production plant’s total electricity consumption, and how misjudgments in system design or equipment selection can silently but steadily erode efficiency and increase operational costs. Drawing on real-world examples and decades of experience, the presentation offered practical strategies to optimize pneumatic systems and support sustainable, high-efficiency can production.
With its participation at Latamcan 2026, Pneumofore reaffirms its commitment to delivering reliable, energy-saving, and sustainable solutions for canmakers throughout Latin America.