Dependable Glass Works
Dependable Glass Works is a privately held custom glass fabricator in Covington, Louisiana, founded in 1967, serving architects, contractors, and homeowners with specialty architectural, residential, and security-rated glass products including hurricane-, bullet-, and breakthrough-resistant lines.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1967
- HeadquartersCovington, United States
- Headcount1–10
- GTM typeB2B and B2C
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Dependable Glass Works does
Dependable Glass Works, Inc. is a custom glass fabricator headquartered in Covington, Louisiana, founded in 1967 by Norman Foxworth. The company fabricates architectural, residential, and commercial glass to customer specifications, serving architects and design professionals, contractors, and residential home builders and homeowners. Its product portfolio spans roughly 20 specialty categories including hurricane-resistant (Safety Plus II, Metro-Dade approved), bullet-resistant, breakthrough impact-resistant, cast (22 stock colors plus custom molds), decorative laminated, textured/patterned, low-iron, anti-reflective, back-painted, self-cleaning, iced, restoration period, mirrored, stair tread, and shower/bath products.
The underlying technology is physical fabrication: an in-house tempering plant handling sizes from 6" x 6" up to 60" x 120" and thicknesses from 1/8" to 3/4", waterjet and CNC shape cutting for monolithic and laminated glass, and a proprietary Cast in Place (CIP) resin lamination procedure for very thin, textured, or uneven glass that cannot survive the heat and pressure of standard lamination. The company operates as a licensed manufacturer/distributor of branded security products (BREAKTHROUGH, Safety Plus II) and as a stocking distributor for major glass makers including Pilkington and Guardian, with a complementary partnership with Kawneer for aluminum framing systems.
The business model is project-based custom manufacturing with quote-based pricing, sales-led go-to-market (toll-free phone, downtown Covington showroom, and direct architectural consultation), and distribution primarily domestic with some national and international architectural work. There are no disclosed revenue figures, no funding rounds, no acquisitions, and no institutional ownership in the input data. Marketing is minimal — website, project gallery, Facebook, and YouTube — consistent with a referral-driven specialty fabricator serving a fragmented base of architects, contractors, and individual homeowners rather than a concentrated enterprise customer set.
Dependable Glass Works firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Dependable Glass Works
- Legal name
- Dependable Glass Works, Inc.
- Website
- https://dependableglass.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1967
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1–10 employees
- Short description
- Dependable Glass Works is a privately held custom glass fabricator in Covington, Louisiana, founded in 1967, serving architects, contractors, and homeowners with specialty architectural, residential, and security-rated glass products including hurricane-, bullet-, and breakthrough-resistant lines.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Dependable Glass Works industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Architectural Glass Fabrication
- NAICS
- Glass Product Manufacturing Made of Purchased Glass (327215)
- SIC
- Glass Products, Made Of Purchased Glass (3231)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Glass Fabrication & Processing Services (Cutting/Edging/Drilling/Polishing) (IMADAHAI)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Tempered & Heat-Strengthened Safety Glass (IMADAHAD), Decorative, Patterned & Privacy Glass (Frosted/Textured/Colored) (IMADAHAG), Glass & Glazing Repair (Single-pane, Insulated Glass Unit replacement) (HSAGAEAD)
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Where Dependable Glass Works is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Covington
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
Dependable Glass Works business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B and B2C
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Custom Glass Fabrication Products: One-time product sales of custom fabricated glass including mirrors, counter tops, stair treads, architectural glass, and specialty glass products. Products are fabricated to customer specifications with various edge treatments, shapes, and finishes.
- Glass Installation Services: Installation services for glass stair treads, walking surfaces, and architectural applications. Works with architects and contractors on custom project specifications.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | Custom fabrication quote-based pricing |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels6 records
Dependable Glass Works product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Dependable Glass Works manufactures and fabricates custom architectural, residential, and commercial glass products from its Covington, Louisiana facility. The company operates its own tempering plant and uses waterjet cutting, CNC shape grinding, and lamination technologies to produce specialty glass including hurricane-resistant, bullet-resistant, breakthrough-resistant, decorative laminated, and textured glass. It also provides related glass installation services for stair treads, walking surfaces, and architectural applications.
Product overview
Dependable Glass Works offers a comprehensive glass fabrication and distribution business operating from Covington, Louisiana since 1967. The company functions as a single unified fabrication service with multiple specialized product categories: Architectural Glass (serving architects, contractors, and designers with custom laminated, hurricane resistant, bullet resistant, and specialty glasses); Residential Glass (serving home builders with mirrors, shower enclosures, vanities, and tabletops); and Glass Fabrication (tempering, laminating, waterjet cutting, and custom shape fabrication). Key products include Safety Plus II Hurricane/Impact Resistant Glass, Breakthrough Resistant Glass, Cast Glass (22 stock colors), Decorative Laminated Glass, Textured Glass, Low Iron Glass, Iced Glass, Self-Cleaning Glass, Back-Painted Glass, Anti-Reflective Glass, Mirrors, Stair Treads & Walking Surfaces, Counter Tops & Vanities, and Bathroom/ Shower products. The company operates its own tempering plant handling sizes from 6" x 6" up to 60" x 120" with thicknesses from 1/8" to 3/4", and serves local and national clients including architects and contractors.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Architectural Glass Custom architectural glass solutions for architects, contractors, and designers, including complex design patterns, custom laminated glass, hurricane resistant and bullet resistant glass, tempered glass, glass stair treads and flooring, and oversized custom shaped glass with water jet cutting capability.
- Residential Glass Glass and mirror design, service, and fabrication for residential home builders and homeowners, including laminated glass and mirrors for windows, shower enclosures, vanities, tabletops, shelving, and partitions.
- Glass Fabrication Services Custom glass fabrication using traditional craft, computer cutting, and advanced waterjet cutting technology for both monolithic and laminated glass in nearly any combination of shape and edge treatment. Includes tempering capabilities from 6" x 6" up to 60" x 120" with thicknesses of 1/8" to 3/4".
- Anti-Reflective Glass Glass with anti-reflective properties that blocks over 99% of UV transmittance, reduces visible light reflectance to less than 2%, and transmits more than 90% visible light. Ideal for museums, displays, retail storefronts, and showrooms.
- Back-Painted Glass Ultra clear, low-iron glass back-painted in unlimited colors. Suitable for commercial, institutional, and residential spaces, and can contribute towards LEED credits.
- Breakthrough Resistant Glass Two sheets of glass bonded by a clear, strong, flexible polymer that holds the glass together upon impact, resisting repeated heavy blows and discouraging intruders. Licensed manufacturer/distributor of the BREAKTHROUGH brand.
- Bullet Resistant Glass Non-UL Rated Bullet Resistant Glass and custom glass-clad polycarbonate in multiple protection levels. Fabricated with CNC waterjet cutting system for shapes, holes, notches, and square cutouts up to 13" thickness.
- Cast Glass Cast glass available in 22 stock colors with customized color options. Cast glass tiles can be cut and fabricated with customized mold patterns. Also includes fused glass for designer looks.
- Decorative Laminated Glass Custom laminate glass available in a variety of patterns and colors, with inlays including rice papers, wire screen, paper, fabric, expanded metal, woven metallic fabrics, marbles, holographic and dichroic films.
- Hurricane/Impact Resistant Glass (Safety Plus II) Licensed fabricator of Safety Plus II Hurricane/Impact Resistant Glass. Laminated glass with polyurethane base interlayer providing exceptional strength and impact resistance, with a patented method of attachment of the inner layer extending past the edge of the glass into the framing system. Metro-Dade approved.
- Iced Glass Three layers of laminated glass with the inside layer tempered and cracked creating an iced appearance while outer layers remain smooth. Suitable for table tops, shelves, countertops, and backsplashes.
- Low Iron Glass Low-iron glass manufactured for exceptional clarity, eliminating the greenish cast of normal plate glass. Suitable for storefronts, display cases, and trophy work. Stocking distributor offering thicknesses from 3/16" to 3/4".
- Mirrors Framed mirrors in various sizes with custom cutting, v-groove or bevel edge fabrication, and water jet cutting for custom shapes. Includes antique mirrors in various finishes.
- Restoration Period Glass "Full" restoration period glass is mouth-blown for pre-20th century applications, while "Lite" Restoration Period Glass is machine-made for 1900-1950 installations. Can be laminated into bullet, blast, and hurricane resistant while maintaining period look.
- Self-Cleaning Glass Glass with a dual-action coating that uses UV rays to break down organic dirt and a hydrophilic surface that allows water to sheet down and carry away loosened dirt. Environmentally friendly with no harmful substances.
- Stair Treads & Walking Surfaces Glass stair treads and walking surfaces engineered for safety and durability to comply with local building codes and ADA slip-resistance regulations. Custom shaped treads, variety of colors and textures, anti-slip surfaces, and custom balustrades available.
- Textured Glass Patterned glass available in various textures, much of which is imported. Can be laminated with PVB or Cast in Place (CIP) resin for safety and design purposes. Includes cathedral art glass and other irregularly textured options.
- Bathrooms & Showers Shower enclosures, glass vanities, sinks, and mirrors. Includes designer vessel sinks made from tempered glass by American and Italian artists, available in various styles including pedestals, vanities, bars, and kitchens.
- Counter Tops & Vanities Glass countertops and vanity tops cut to nearly any shape, curve, or angle. Can be laminated, acid-etched or textured, backlit, and back-painted in hundreds of colors. Includes scratch-resistant coating options.
- Glass Shower Doors Glass shower doors available in various configurations, crafted with quality aluminum and hardware designed to meet project specifications.
Companies that use Dependable Glass Works
Customer profileSegments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Dependable Glass Works technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature5 records
Dependable Glass Works partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- PilkingtoncorePilkington is a major glass manufacturer. Dependable Glass Works distributes Pilkington products as part of their architectural glass offerings.
- GuardiancoreGuardian is a glass manufacturer. Dependable Glass Works distributes Guardian glass products as part of their product portfolio for architectural applications.
- KawneerminorKawneer provides architectural aluminum products. Dependable Glass Works partners with Kawneer for comprehensive architectural glass and framing solutions.
Scale indicators4 records
Recent moves1 record
Expansion highlights5 records
Dependable Glass Works competitors and assessment
Company assessmentOthers
- Kawneer (Arconic): An architectural aluminum framing systems manufacturer partnered with Dependable Glass Works for combined glass-and-framing solutions. Adjacent ecosystem participant (component/framing supplier) rather than direct fabricator, but operates in the same architectural specification pipeline.
Broad incumbents
- Cardinal Glass Industries: A major privately-held North American glass manufacturer offering float, coated, laminated, and impact-resistant architectural glass. Comparable substrate supply and overlapping architectural customer base.
- Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope: A CRH subsidiary and one of North America's largest architectural glass and glazing system manufacturers/fabricators. Comparable because it provides both fabricated architectural glass and full glazing installation across commercial and residential markets — a much larger, direct overlap with Dependable Glass Works' core offerings.
- Vitro Architectural Glass: One of the largest flat glass producers in North America supplying architectural, hurricane/impact-resistant, and coated glass. Comparable because its products (especially impact-resistant lines) flow through fabricators like Dependable Glass Works and competing fabricators serve overlapping end customers.
- AGC Glass North America: A global glass manufacturer with architectural, hurricane-resistant, and specialty glass lines distributed in North America. Comparable upstream supplier relationship and overlapping architectural customer needs.
Direct peers
- Trulite Glass & Aluminum Solutions: A multi-site custom architectural glass and aluminum fabricator serving commercial and residential markets. Directly comparable on custom architectural fabrication, including tempered, laminated, and hurricane/impact-resistant glass with national distribution.
- Dillmeier Glass Company: A custom glass fabricator specializing in architectural and security glass including bullet-resistant, hurricane, and decorative laminated products. Directly comparable niche specialty fabricator competing for similar architect/contractor projects.
- Hartung Glass: A custom architectural glass fabricator producing tempered, laminated, insulated, and specialty coated glass for commercial and residential projects. Closely comparable business model of custom fabrication serving architects and contractors.
- Vitral America (Walker Glass) / Walker Glass Company: A North American specialty glass fabricator producing acid-etched, mirror, back-painted, and anti-reflective architectural glass. Comparable specialty fabrication of decorative and coated architectural products targeting similar architect/specifier customers.
Regional players
- Glasswerks: A West Coast-based custom glass fabricator offering architectural, decorative, security, and bullet-resistant glass. Comparable custom fabrication capability for similar architectural/security end uses, though it primarily competes in a different geography.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Dependable Glass Works leadership team
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Profiles1 record
Dependable Glass Works funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Dependable Glass Works M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Dependable Glass Works
What does Dependable Glass Works do?
Dependable Glass Works manufactures and fabricates custom architectural, residential, and commercial glass products from its Covington, Louisiana facility. The company operates its own tempering plant and uses waterjet cutting, CNC shape grinding, and lamination technologies to produce specialty glass including hurricane-resistant, bullet-resistant, breakthrough-resistant, decorative laminated, and textured glass. It also provides related glass installation services for stair treads, walking surfaces, and architectural applications.
Is Dependable Glass Works a public or private company?
Dependable Glass Works is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Dependable Glass Works founded?
Dependable Glass Works was founded in 1967. It employs 1 to 10 people.
Where is Dependable Glass Works based?
Dependable Glass Works is headquartered in Covington, United States, in the North America region.
How does Dependable Glass Works make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Custom Glass Fabrication Products are the primary driver. The others are glass Installation Services.
Who are Dependable Glass Works's main competitors?
Kawneer (Arconic) is listed as an others. Broad incumbents are Cardinal Glass Industries, Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope, Vitro Architectural Glass and AGC Glass North America. Direct peers are Trulite Glass & Aluminum Solutions, Dillmeier Glass Company, Hartung Glass and Vitral America (Walker Glass) / Walker Glass Company. Glasswerks is listed as a regional player.
Does Dependable Glass Works have an API?
No public API is recorded for Dependable Glass Works.
What industry is Dependable Glass Works in?
Dependable Glass Works's product category is Architectural Glass Fabrication. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMADAHAI, Glass Fabrication & Processing Services (Cutting/Edging/Drilling/Polishing), with a secondary code of IMADAHAD, Tempered & Heat-Strengthened Safety Glass. Its NAICS code is 327215 and its SIC code is 3231.