Matthias Bach: Our commitment is to anticipate the needs of tomorrow’s architecture

From a design perspective, how do Swisspacer’s spacer bar solutions contribute to both energy performance and aesthetic flexibility in modern architectural glazing?

Our warm edge spacer bars offer a pragmatic yet powerful way to boost the thermal performance of windows. Thanks to their outstanding Psi-values and diffusion barrier, they significantly reduce heat loss at the edge of the glass. At the same time, they meet high aesthetic expectations. Available in up to 17 colors and widths of up to 36 mm, they allow for great design freedom. This combination of performance and flexibility makes them ideal for demanding architectural applications.

With Swisspacer’s growing international presence, how do you tailor your product strategy to different regional needs? Could you also share how this approach applies specifically to the Greek market?

We combine a growing in-house sales team with a strong network of trusted distributors to stay close to our customers around the world. This setup allows us to respond quickly and adapt to regional requirements such as building regulations, climate conditions, or aesthetic expectations. In Greece, for instance, we’ve built a long-standing partnership with ilicon, who understands the local market and supports our customers with technical know-how and project expertise. Warm edge solutions are especially valuable here, where high summer temperatures and solar radiation call for energy-efficient glazing systems – often in renovation contexts that require both performance and visual sensitivity.

What role does lifecycle thinking and circularity play in Swisspacer’s innovation pipeline, especially as sustainability becomes integral to building certifications and green architecture?

Lifecycle thinking plays a central role in how we design and develop our products. We provide Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) in accordance with EN 15804+A2 (Cradle to Grave), ensuring full transparency and alignment with the latest sustainability standards. In fact, we currently offer the best EPDs on the spacer bar market: the CO₂ footprint of a 16 mm spacer bar is less than 0.15 kg CO₂ equivalent per running meter. Circularity is another major focus. With our new recycling service, customers can return unused spacer off-cuts, making it easier to contribute to sustainable and resource-conscious building practices.

How do you envision the collaboration between Swisspacer and architects evolving in the coming years, particularly when it comes to co-developing facade systems that meet both visual and thermal standards?

Today’s architecture calls for solutions that balance energy performance with design ambition. Our rigid spacer bars help meet this challenge – combining excellent thermal values with precise corner aesthetics and a broad range of colors to support visual integration in modern façade designs.
As building envelopes become more multifunctional, we’re also exploring how spacers can contribute beyond insulation – for example in acoustic performance or supporting the structural integrity of large glazing units. These are early developments, but they reflect our commitment to anticipating what forward-thinking architecture will require next.

How might emerging technologies like AI and data analytics shape the future of warm edge solutions and Swisspacer’s customer experience?

We are already using digital tools to make things easier for our customers. That includes EDI connections and automated order handling, and we are currently developing smart load carriers to simplify logistics.
Looking ahead, AI can help us better anticipate demand and manage production more efficiently. But it’s not about chasing trends. It’s about addressing real challenges. Many of our customers face labor shortages and rising costs, and we want to offer solutions that truly help. That’s also why we’re working with partners on machines that allow fully automated spacer processing. If we can help reduce complexity and save time, we are creating real value.