Vancouver-based Miru Smart Technologies is partnering with Finnish glass technology leader Glaston to accelerate the development and production of its next-generation dynamic electrochromic windows.
Miru’s energy-efficient “eWindows” use electricity to adjust tint levels, optimizing natural light while reducing heat gain and glare, with potential to lower building energy use by 20% and extend electric vehicle range by 10%.
“Glaston has long been at the forefront of glass innovation, and we are excited to be working with them to scale Miru’s next-generation energy-efficient windows,” said Curtis Berlinguette, CEO of Miru. “With Glaston’s support, we are looking to advance our go-to-market strategies—delivering on expedited timelines and leveraging their expertise across engineering and manufacturing.”
The collaboration will integrate Miru’s proprietary process and materials with Glaston’s advanced glass pre-processing, bending, heat treatment, and laminating technologies. Research and development are being conducted at Glaston’s facility in Tampere, Finland, to expand Miru’s production capabilities and enhance automation.
“We are committed to the growth and adoption of innovative new technologies in the glass industry and are excited to support Miru with our know-how on glass processing processes,” said Sasu Koivumäki, Chief Sales Officer at Glaston. “We see potential in Miru’s novel solution in reaching a more cost-effective, high-tolerance, and high-yield manufacturing of switchable tinted glass than previous approaches.”
By streamlining manufacturing, the partnership aims to accelerate Miru’s market entry and open new growth opportunities, particularly in the automotive and building industries.