Glass & Ceramics

Engineering Excellence in Glass & Ceramics Manufacturing

Re:Build Optimation has deep-rooted expertise in the glass and ceramics industry, tracing back over a century through our acquisition of Klug Systems in 2002. As a trusted partner for manufacturers worldwide, we provide comprehensive engineering, fabrication, and integration solutions that optimize batch house operations, material handling, and processing systems.

Our experience spans more than 100 batch houses across the United States and globally. We work with nearly every major glass OEM, offering design-build solutions for all aspects of glass batch production—from unloading and storage to weighing, mixing, delivery, and charging.

Beyond large-scale capital projects, we offer value-added services such as batch house modernization workshops, audits, and revitalization roadmaps, ensuring long-term operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Key Capabilities

Our full-service approach ensures seamless execution from concept to commissioning. Whether you’re developing a new glass batch plant, modernizing an existing facility, or optimizing process efficiency, Re:Build Optimation provides end-to-end solutions tailored to your operational needs. Our multidisciplinary expertise spans engineering, fabrication, automation, and field services, ensuring your systems perform at peak efficiency while maintaining compliance with industry standards.

Batch House Design & Process Systems

Customized design and engineering solutions for batch plants, optimizing equipment layouts, dust collection, storage, weighing, mixing, and material transport.

Material & Cullet Handling Systems

Efficient transport, sorting, and recycling solutions for raw materials and cullet integration.

Automation & System Integration

Advanced control systems, process automation, and MES solutions for enhanced production efficiency.

Equipment Fabrication & Installation

Custom-built structural, mechanical, electrical, and controls solutions tailored to your facility’s unique needs.

Field Services & Turnkey Project Execution

On-site expertise for system upgrades, troubleshooting, and end-to-end project management.

Process Optimization & Benchmarking

Utilization studies and audits to assess current capabilities, support production planning, and define multi-phase capital investment strategies.

Applications

Re:Build Optimation supports a broad range of glass and ceramics applications, including:

  • Container Glass – High-efficiency batch systems for bottles, jars, and packaging glass.
  • Flat Glass – Processing solutions for architectural, automotive, and solar glass.
  • Specialty Glass – Advanced systems for LCD glass, fiber optics, and high-performance glass applications.
  • Fiberglass – Production and material handling solutions for fiberglass manufacturing.
  • Catalysts & Abrasives – Process systems designed for precise material formulation and blending.
  • Tableware & Lighting – Custom batch processing and quality control systems.

Your Vision, Our Expertise

Why Choose Re:Build Optimation?

Century-Long Industry Leadership

With a legacy spanning over 100 batch houses worldwide, Re:Build Optimation has been a trusted partner in glass and ceramics manufacturing for decades. Our expertise—rooted in our acquisition of Klug Systems in 2002—allows us to deliver proven, high-performance solutions tailored to the unique demands of the industry.

Turnkey Solutions for Batch Plants

We provide end-to-end engineering, fabrication, and system integration for greenfield batch plants, facility upgrades, and modernization projects. From raw material unloading and storage to weighing, mixing, delivery, and charging, we design and implement custom solutions that improve efficiency and scalability.

Regulatory Compliance & Safety

Glass and ceramics manufacturers face strict environmental, emissions, and safety regulations, and we help ensure full compliance. Our solutions address dust collection, air quality management, and material handling safety, reducing workplace hazards while maintaining regulatory approval for emissions control.

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