Industry Experts Gather in Oxford for CN Glass X Vacuum Glazing UK CPD Event

On 9th September 2026 we hosted our first CPD Event in partnership with Vacuum Glazing UK in Oxford, bringing together architects, conservation specialists, joiners, and construction professionals from across the industry.

Our aim : To highlight LandVac Vacuum Glazing as a key contender of glazing technology and as a viable solution for projects where conventional glazing options may not be suitable.
Combining exceptional thermal efficiency with a slim profile, LandVac offers significant advantages for a wide range of residential, commercial, and heritage applications as well as a u-value of just 0.4, a decrease in acoustic reduction of 39db and a remarkable guaranteed lifespan of 25 years. That is some performance!

The event provided attendees with a valuable opportunity to learn more about the growing role of vacuum glazing technology within both modern and historic buildings through presentations, case studies, and expert discussions. Each attendee gained practical insight into how this pioneering technology is helping to address some of the key challenges facing the built environment today, including energy efficiency, sustainability, heritage preservation, and building performance.

The event opened with a presentation from Scott Cuthbert, Sales Director here at CN Glass, who provided an overview of the LandVac Vacuum Glazing system. Scott explored the technical specifications, thermal performance, installation considerations, and the benefits that vacuum glazing can offer when seeking to improve energy efficiency without compromising aesthetics.

Chris Procter of Procter-Rihl Architects then shared a series of fascinating case studies, showcasing how LandVac has been successfully incorporated into a range of properties across London.

Jeff Guest, Sales Manager at Gowercroft Joinery, discussed the opportunities and challenges associated with installing vacuum glazing in heritage and listed buildings and finally, Laura Millbourn of The Window Consultancy, offered invaluable guidance on planning for window replacement projects within heritage settings.

Following the presentations, attendees and speakers came together for a final discussion, creating an opportunity to talk through more of the topics covered throughout the afternoon in greater detail.

The discussion generated a wide range of questions and perspectives, reflecting the growing interest in vacuum glazing technology and its role in improving building performance while respecting architectural and heritage considerations.

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to everyone who attended the event and contributed to the discussions throughout the afternoon.

The positive feedback received from delegates highlights the value of bringing industry professionals together to share expertise, experiences, and practical solutions. One attendee stated “I was very impressed by the event yesterday. I thought all the speakers were very knowledgeable and the product extremely interesting. The discussion about use in listed buildings and the reaction from HBOs was very useful.”

We hope all attendees found the session insightful and beneficial to their current and future projects.

If you missed out on this event, would like to be added to our mailing list or would like to continue the conversation with one of our specialists, please do contact us via our contact for or by emailing scott@cnglass.co.uk or wayne@cnglass.co.uk – we look forward to hearing from you and seeing you at one of our future events.

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