Xglas Ag

What Xglas Ag does

Xglas AG is a Swiss regional glass fabricator and installer headquartered in Trimmis, Graubünden, operating under the legal name xglas AG since its 2012 rebranding from expressglas and tracing its origins to the 1983 Express-Glaserei mobile repair business founded by Urs Oswald. The company designs and manufactures custom architectural glass elements — including interior products (glass showers, kitchen backsplashes and panels, glass doors, wall coverings, room dividers, railings, display cases, mirrors), exterior products (balustrades, balcony glazing, wind protection, canopies, Profilit facade glazing), and insulating glass units with integrated pet doors — and bundles them with consultation, CAD-based design, on-site installation, repair, and maintenance services for residential, hospitality, construction, and selected research-industry customers.

Production is concentrated at the Trimmis headquarters, where a KUKA KR210 robotic edge-processing cell (installed June 2020) works alongside CNC grinding machines, a CAD-driven design system, and an in-house glass tempering furnace (since 2008) to deliver same-site fabrication of tempered safety glass. A solar-equipped facility and an electric vehicle fleet underpin an explicit energy-transition positioning. The company's commercial footprint consists of four branches (Trimmis HQ, St. Moritz/Engadin, Ilanz/Surselva, Vaduz/Liechtenstein), a showroom opened in Chur in June 2024, an online self-service configurator (launched April 2024) offering a 10% online discount on kitchen backsplashes and mirrors, and a centralized repair hotline. Distribution is complemented by named partnerships with Hotel Kempinski, SwissNeutronics, ralbau, Tobler Metallbau, Schoepf Living, and Obrecht Weinbau, and by the vjtro sub-brand launched in November 2025 for premium glass architecture projects.

Xglas AG is a privately held Aktiengesellschaft under Swiss law, family-owned since founding, with no evidence of external institutional, private equity, or public shareholders. Operational leadership transitioned in May 2021 from founder Urs Oswald to his son-in-law Gabriel Oswald-Salkim (a trained metalworker and diplomated mechanical engineer); Urs Oswald retains ownership. The company employs approximately 34 qualified staff, runs an apprenticeship program (Glaser:innen EFZ), and reports no published revenue figures.

Name

Xglas Ag

Legal name

xglas AG

Website

https://xglas.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1983

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Xglas AG is a Swiss regional glass manufacturer and installer in Graubünden and Liechtenstein, designing and producing custom interior and exterior architectural glass elements with in-house tempering and robotic edge processing, and serving residential, hospitality, construction, and research-industry customers through four branches plus showrooms and an online configurator.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Architectural Glass Manufacturing

NAICS

Glass Product Manufacturing Made of Purchased Glass (327215), Glass and Glazing Contractors (23815)

SIC

Glass Products, Made Of Purchased Glass (3231)

akta.pro primary industry

Architectural & Building Glazing Systems (Curtain Wall/Storefront/Canopies) (IMADAHAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Interior Glazing & Glass Partitions (IMAFANAK), Skylights, Roof Glazing & Glass Roofing Systems (IMADAHAK), Decorative, Patterned & Privacy Glass (Frosted/Textured/Colored) (IMADAHAG), Laminated Safety & Security Glass (PVB/SGP) (IMADAHAE), Glazing Hardware, Sealants & Accessories (Spacers/Gaskets/Setting Blocks) (IMADAHAJ), Glass & Glazing Repair (Single-pane, Insulated Glass Unit replacement) (HSAGAEAD)

Keywords

• Architectural glass manufacturing
• Custom glass installation
• Interior glass solutions
• Exterior glass systems
• Insulating glass units

Headquarters

HQ city

Trimmis

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Glass Products and Installation: Custom glass solutions including glass railings, showers, kitchen applications, doors, wall claddings, room dividers, balustrades, windows, and facades. Full service from consultation through production to on-site installation.
2. Insulated/Insulating Glass (Isolierverglasung): Thermal insulation and soundproofing glass for separating interior spaces from the outside world. Includes cat doors integrated into insulated glass.
3. Configurator Products: Online configurator for kitchen backsplashes, glass plates, mirrors, shelves, and picture glass with online ordering and delivery or pickup options.
4. Repair Services: Mobile repair service for glass damage, maintenance, and emergency repairs. Available via hotline for quick response times.
5. Facade Systems (Profilit): Architectural U-shaped cast glass for large-scale facade applications serving as both lighting element and design feature.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Xglas AG designs, manufactures, and installs custom architectural glass elements including interior products (glass showers, kitchen backsplashes, doors, wall claddings, room dividers, railings, display cases, mirrors) and exterior products (balustrades, balcony glazing, wind protection, canopies, Profilit facades, insulating glass). The company delivers full-service glass solutions from consultation and CAD-based design through CNC/robotic manufacturing to on-site installation across four branches in Graubünden and Liechtenstein, complemented by an online configurator for select products.

Product overview

Xglas AG is a glass manufacturing company based in Graubünden, Switzerland, offering a comprehensive portfolio of glass products and services for both residential and commercial applications. The core offering includes interior products (glass showers, kitchen backsplashes and panels, glass doors, wall coverings, room dividers, railings, display cases, mirrors) and exterior products (balustrades, balcony glazing, wind protection, canopies, facade/Profilit glazing, and insulating glass units). The company also offers specialized cat doors integrated into insulating glass, an online configurator tool for kitchen backsplashes and glass panels, and the premium sub-brand vjtro for architectural glass projects. Services include repair/maintenance and design/planning consultation. The product ecosystem is complemented by showrooms in Chur and Trimmis, with manufacturing capabilities including a KUKA robotic system for automated edge processing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• vjtro: A premium sub-brand launched by xglas for extraordinary glass architecture projects, combining architecture and craftsmanship. Projects include Hotel Kempinski and residential installations in Lenzerheide. Website: www.vjtro.com
• expressglas

Products and services

• Glasduschen (Glass Showers) Custom glass shower enclosures and walk-in solutions tailored to customer needs, available in various designs including walk-in solutions, corner cabins, sliding, pivot, or fixed partitions for residential bathrooms.
• Kitchen Backsplashes and Glass Panels Glass kitchen backsplashes and panels with options for color coatings, reflections in various color tones, or individual textures via digital printing; highly robust with anti-scratch coating. Available through the online configurator with 10% online discount.
• Glass Doors Glass doors for spatial separation while maintaining connection between rooms. Available in various glass types with transparent, matte, or opaque finishes, and optional coatings, patterns, or films.
• Wall Coverings (Wandverkleidungen) Glass wall coverings serving as versatile design elements, customizable with color coatings, reflections, or individual digital printed textures for residential and commercial interiors.
• Full Glass Systems / Room Dividers Glass room dividers allowing spatial subdivision without making rooms appear smaller or losing daylight. Customizable glass types, fittings, and optional doors or insulation for offices and homes.
• Glass Railings / Stairs Glass railings and stair railings offering modern aesthetics, available in laminated safety glass with various film options and mounting types for residential and commercial use.
• Vitrinen (Display Cases) Custom-made display cases in all sizes and shapes with invisible bonding or high-quality fittings, suitable for retail and residential applications.
• Mirrors / Safety Mirrors Mirror glass in all sizes and shapes; options include cabinet doors, full mirror walls, with hinges, handles, mirror holders, or direct wall mounting.
• Glass Railings / Balustrades (Exterior) Glass balustrades combining safety with aesthetics for exterior applications; available in various laminated safety glass variants with diverse films and mounting options.
• Balcony Glazing Glass sliding systems for balconies, terraces, or loggias providing protection against noise, dirt, leaves, and rain.
• Wind Protection (Windschutz) Wind and privacy screens providing outdoor protection; available in various glass types, colors, and patterns for terraces and outdoor spaces.
• Glass Canopies (Glasvordächer) Glass canopies for house entrances or openings; available in cantilevered, with tie rods, or with support options, in various glass types.
• Facade Glazing / Profilit Profilit U-shaped cast glass serving as architectural solution for bringing light into buildings while functioning as a distinctive design element for large-scale facade glazing.
• Insulating Glass Units (Isolierverglasung) Insulating glass units for separating interior spaces from the outside world; provides thermal insulation and soundproofing while remaining light-transmitting.
• xglas-Konfigurator (Online Configurator) Online self-service tool that allows customers to configure kitchen backsplashes and glass panels, compare prices, and place orders directly with a 10% online discount. Offers delivery or pickup options at branch locations.
• vjtro (Premium Architectural Glass Brand) Premium sub-brand for extraordinary glass architecture projects combining architecture and craftsmanship. Offers high-quality glass solutions that shape spaces, guide light, and make emotions tangible; covers projects from planning through production to installation.
• Repair Service (Reparatur) Repair and maintenance service for glass products with quick response times via a dedicated repair hotline (+41 81 286 04 44) and multiple local branch locations for emergency repairs.
• Design / Planning Service Comprehensive design and planning services covering consultation, product selection, manufacturing methods, cost calculation, and custom solutions for glass projects.

Quantifiable outcome

• Highest precision edge processing with constant quality through robot automation
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• vjtroflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 November 2025vjtro is a sub-brand launched by xglas for extraordinary glass architecture projects. It represents a new form connecting architecture and craftsmanship. Stands for high-quality glass solutions that shape spaces, guide light, and make emotions tangible. From planning through production to installation, projects are created that unite aesthetics and function at the highest level.
• ATLANTIQ AGcoreOthersATLANTIQ AG based in Chur handles website design and programming for xglas. They manage the xglas website, online configurator, and digital presence.
• SwissNeutronicscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSwissNeutronics (spin-off of Paul Scherrer Institute) develops neutron optical components for research facilities worldwide. xglas provides glass substrates processed to atomic smoothness for neutron super mirrors used in scientific instruments. This partnership supports research across nuclear energy, chemistry, pharmaceutical, and high-tech industries.
• Tobler Metallbau AGminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMetal construction company with approximately 16 employees in Chur region. Partnership for combined glass and metal solutions in construction projects. Daniel Gmeiner became partner in 2021 and took over full responsibility from 2024.
• ralbaucoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerConstruction company led by CEO Marco Faoro. Long-term partnership with xglas for building projects. ralbau CEO describes xglas as fair, transparent, timely, and delivering high quality. Relationship described as philosophy alignment in project execution.
• Schoepf LivingminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInterior design firm that collaborated with xglas on vacation apartment project on Lenzerheide. Glass bathroom solutions created that combine naturalness and sophistication.
• Obrecht WeinbauminorOthersBiodynamic wine estate in Jenins, Graubünden, operated by Francisca and Christian Obrecht in fifth generation. Customer relationship with xglas for glass solutions at their estate.
• PetSafe/StaywellminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorManufacturer of pet doors. xglas installs cat doors into insulated glass units. Product range includes chip-recognizing cat flaps to prevent stray animals from entering, available in various sizes including for medium and large dogs.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• AGC Glass Europe: Major European flat and processed glass manufacturer serving construction, automotive, and specialty applications with broad product lines and pan-European logistics. Comparable to xglas as a supplier of architectural and processed glass, but at much larger scale and with a far broader product/customer base.
• Vetrotech Saint-Gobain: Specialist in fire-rated, security, and high-performance architectural glass within the Saint-Gobain group, active across European commercial construction. Comparable to xglas in serving demanding architectural and safety-glass specifications, but as a broad incumbent with a much wider product range and international reach.
• Glas Trösch: One of the largest Swiss glass manufacturers and processors, offering flat glass, insulating glass, safety glass, and architectural glazing systems across Switzerland. Comparable to xglas as a domestic Swiss architectural-glass competitor, but with national scale, a broader product portfolio, and significantly larger manufacturing footprint.
• Flachglas (AGC Group): German processor and distributor of flat glass, insulating glass, and architectural glass products serving DACH-region construction and facade markets. Comparable to xglas as a DACH architectural-glass competitor, though operating at significantly larger scale and with broader distribution.
• Saint-Gobain Glass: Global glass giant offering flat glass, coated glass, fire-rated glass, and architectural glazing products with extensive presence in Switzerland. Comparable as an incumbent competitor in architectural and building glazing, but operates at vastly greater scale and across a much broader product portfolio than xglas.

Others

• Bohle: European supplier of glass hardware, tools, sealants, fittings, and processing machinery to glaziers and glass fabricators. Comparable to xglas as an adjacent ecosystem participant in the European architectural-glass value chain — supplies complementary (rather than competing) products to custom glaziers like xglas.

Direct peers

• Sedak: German manufacturer of oversize and high-end architectural insulating and safety glass for facades, roofs, and interior applications. Comparable to xglas as a custom architectural-glass producer competing for premium facade and interior projects, though operating at larger scale and with broader geographic reach.
• Eckelt Glas: Austrian architectural glass specialist producing custom insulating glass, structural glazing, all-glass facades, and safety glass for European construction projects. Directly comparable to xglas in custom architectural glass fabrication, integrated production, and Alpine-region customer base.
• Glas Marte: Austrian family-owned manufacturer specializing in custom architectural glass, all-glass systems, railings, and shower/balcony glazing, with in-house production and installation. Highly comparable to xglas in size, regional focus, custom architectural-glass niche, vertical integration, and DACH-market orientation.

Regional players

• Glas Furrer: Swiss regional glass specialist offering glass construction, glazing, mirrors, and insulating glass with installation services in parts of Switzerland. Comparable to xglas as a domestic Swiss custom-glass and installation provider, with similar mid-sized profile but a different regional footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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