glasstec 2024
First demonstration of GPL360 on the SG booth!
GlassProLive 360
Overview
GPL360 stands for GlassProLive 360.
GPL360 is a suite of virtual reality applications developed for Saint-Gobain Glass, enabling immersive visualization and comparison of different glass façade configurations using high-resolution 360° images.
This project demonstrates the capabilities of the XR-Platform to create innovative immersive experiences, supporting specification and promotion of glazing solutions.
Why GPL360?
With the increasing complexity of façade projects and the need to quickly convince clients and specifiers, GPL360 addresses several key challenges:
- Accelerating understanding of glazing solutions through immersion.
- Facilitating comparison of performance and aesthetics between different glass products.
- Enhancing the impact of demonstrations at events or customer meetings.
- Optimizing development costs by leveraging shared XR tools and methodologies.
Key Features
- Immersive 360° visualization of glass façades, in mono or stereoscopic mode.
- Interactive comparison of multiple glazing configurations: movable split line, product selection, technical data display.
- Multi-view navigation: exterior, interior, close-up.
- Three modes of use:
- GPL360_Solo: single-user, ideal for trade shows or standalone demos.
- GPL360_Local: multi-user, in-person, guided by an SG specifier.
- GPL360_Remote: multi-user, remote/hybrid meetings.
- Meta Quest 3 compatibility: 4K display, 120Hz refresh rate, optimal performance.
- Easy scenario and content customization by SG Glass teams.
Scenarios
- Events or Trade shows: individual immersive experience on the booth, intuitive and impactful.
- Specification meetings: multi-user guided experience, in-room or remote, with comparison and voting features.
- Sales support: VR headsets can be loaned or sent to clients/prospects for autonomous exploration.
- Internal training: interactive discovery of glazing properties and the GlassPro Live process.
How GPL360 drives customer engagement
- Memorable experience: Over 80 participants at glasstec 2024 experienced live comparison of different façades on the AL-MUNTADA building (Abu Dhabi).
- Specifiers’ involvement: Pilot specifiers in several countries are equipped with VR headsets to offer immersive experiences to their clients.
- Very positive feedback: Users highlight the ease of use, visual quality, and support for decision-making.
- Integration into GlassPro Live: VR is becoming a key tool for specification and differentiation of the SG Glass offer.
