now - V2S : Vitrages de Sécurité du Sud

Pierre Riou,
Founder & Chairman RIOU Glass
History of a development
for glass
1979
Creation of the RIOU company in PONT-AUDEMER (Upper
Normandy, France) by Pierre and Christiane RIOU. Activities: painting,
insulation, installation of secondary glazings & double-glazing.
1983
Creation of VIP RIOU in BEUZEVILLE (Upper Normandy, France),
a manufacturing unit of double-glazing in a 500 sqm workshop, with an
assembly line designed and produced by Pierre RIOU.
Development of a roller press for insulating glass assembly.
1988
VIP RIOU becomes VIP (Vitrages Isolants de Pont-Audemer) and moves
to BOULLEVILLE (Upper Normandy, France) in a brand new workshop
of 1,000 sqm.
Management Award given to Pierre RIOU by the Chambers of Trade
of Eure, Calvados and Seine-Maritime.
Presentation at the International Exhibition GLASSTEC in
DÜSSELDORF (Germany) of the RIOU horizontal press. Filing of
patents.
1989
Creation of VIC (Vitrages Isolants du Cotentin) in SAINT-LÔ (Lower
Normandy, France), a glass processing unit in a workshop of 1,500 sqm.
1990
The European Patent Office at THE HAGUE (Netherlands) awarded
Pierre RIOU as inventor, a patent for a process and a machine.
1992
The American trophy "The Commissioner of Patents and Trademarks"
awarded to Pierre RIOU.
1993
Acquisition in LOUDEAC (Brittany, France) of a glass processing unit,
renamed VIB (Vitrages Isolants de Bretagne).
1999
Creation of the company RIOU GESTION, holding focused on providing
essentially administrative and sales services to its subsidiaries.
2000
Trademarking "PIERRE ET CRISTAL" at I.N.P.I., whose activities are the
manufacturing of glass fusing & thermoformed decorative objects.
2002
Extension of VIP premises from 4,700 sqm to 11,000 sqm, with the
acquisition of an automatic assembly line for insulating glass, an
automatic glass cutting production line and a tempering furnace for
toughened glass and toughened curved glass.
This company manufactures insulating glass, toughened glass, enamelled
glass, silk-screened glass, curved glass, processed glass, sand-blasted glass,
decorative and thermoformed glass.
2005
Acquisition in MONTADY (Languedoc-Roussillon, France) of a glass
processing unit, renamed SLPV (Société Languedocienne des Produits
Verriers).
This company manufactures insulating glass, structural glass and
processed glass.
2006
Acquisition of 2 factories to the British glass manufacturer Pilkington:
• LES HERBIERS (Pays-de-la-Loire, France), renamed VIV (Vitrages
Isolants Vendéens), specialised in the manufacturing of insulating glass
with the TPS warm-edge technology.
• VENDIN-LE-VIEIL (Nord-Pas-de-Calais, France), renamed VIN
(Vitrages Isolants du Nord). Manufacture of insulating glass and
replacement insulating glass.
2007
Creation of the logistics company STV (Société de Transports Verriers)
which aims at the internal transport of the whole production of the
group. STV is also open to all public transport and charter.
Creation of GIF (Glass Ile-de-France) in LE BLANC-MESNIL
(Ile-de-France, France), which is a distribution and trading company
dedicated to the Parisian market.
2008
Pierre RIOU receives the insignia of Chevalier de l’Ordre National du
Mérite (National Order of Merit) by the French Minister of Defence.
2009
Acquisition of V2S (Vitrages de Sécurité du Sud) in NARBONNE
(Languedoc-Roussillon, France), specialised in the production of
laminated glass for the protection of property and persons, as well as
laminated glass for decorative and architectural applications.
Acquisition of Pilkington France, a company with 4 glass processing plants
(300 people):
• GAILLEFONTAINE (Upper Normandy, France), renamed LVI
(Le Vitrage Isolant): production of insulating glass, glazing with
integrated blind, structural glass and replacement insulating glass.
• LANVOLLON (Brittany, France), renamed VICA (Vitrages Isolants des
Côtes d’Armor): manufacture of insulating glass and replacement
insulating glass.
• MARMANDE (Aquitaine, France), renamed VERAQUI (Verres
d’Aquitaine): production of insulating glass, insulating, glazing with
integrated blind, structural glass and replacement insulating glass.
• PARNE-SUR-ROC (Pays-de-la-Loire, France), renamed VIO (Vitrages
Isolants de l’Ouest): manufacture of insulating glass and structural glass.
2010
Acquisition in SAINTE-HELENE-DU-LAC (Rhône-Alpes, France) of a
glass processing unit, renamed AVS (Alliance du Verre de Savoie).
Acquisition of SOREMIR (Société Réunionnaise de Miroiterie), a glass
processing company historically based in Réunion Island and selling
glass products throughout the Indian Ocean area (Mauritius,
Madagascar, Mayotte...).
SOREMIR is composed of 4 units: SOREMIR in SAINT-DENIS (Réunion),
SOREMIR in SAINT-PAUL (Réunion), SOFAVI in SAINT-PIERRE
(Réunion) & IF GLASS (Mauritius).
Glass, a « multi-function » material !
The large and complete range of glass products developed by RIOU Glass answers to the features that
owners and architects expect from a contemporary product. From simple material, glass is now a service
provider, making buildings smarter.
Soundproofing to protect
against noise!
Thermal & noise insulation
without changing your
old window frame!
Summer comfort or all seasons
comfort by choosing the right
solar control solution!
Make your life easier & safer
with self-cleaning solutions!
Solar control & privacy
protection by opting for
integrated blind!
Protection of
persons & properties!
Passive protection!
Protection of persons
& properties against fire!
Unleash your creativity!
Put colour in your projects!
ARCHITECTURAL
SECURITY
COMFORT
Thermal insulation
for comfort in winter!
Clear out structures and opt for all
glass dressing with structural glazing!
Glass, a « multi-application » material !
From residential to commercial building, from renovation to new construction, from furniture
to automotive, glass has now become the essential material thanks to its functions and its
various aspects.
• Windows
• Doors
• Conservatories
• Roof glazing, atria
• Canopies
• Shading devices
• Facades
• Curtain walls
• Photovoltaic panels
• Glass steps, glass floor
• Balustrades
• Furniture
• Internal partitions
• Shop design
• Automotive products
The glass in all its forms !
RIOU Glass is a unique know-how in France, maintained by more than 30 years of
continuous development and proximity to its customers.
• Double-glazing
• Triple-glazing
• Replacement insulating glass
• Insulating glass with integrated blind
• Structural glazing
• Laminated safety glass
• Bullet-resistant glass
• Anti-explosion glass
• Laminated acoustic glass
• Laminated decorative glass
• Fire-protection glass
• Toughened safety glass
• Enamelled glass
• Silk-screened glass
• Curved glass
• Mirror
• Sand-blasted / acid-etched glass
• Processed glass
• Fused glass
About us
The group RIOU Glass, founded and chaired by Pierre RIOU, is an independent family-run
company, whose job for 30 years is the processing of flat glass. Via our 17 factories
located in France, in Réunion & in Mauritius, we process and deliver the glass in all its
forms and for all applications including construction, industry, decoration, furniture...
RIOU Glass became the first independent glass processor in France. To date, the company
employs approximately 800 employees and achieves a turnover of 120 million Euro.
Our independence from the large glass manufacturers allows us to offer the widest and
most innovative range of glazing products for the market.
Research & Development
For three decades, we contribute to the glass industry technological revolution, investing
more each year on research to improve our manufacturing processes and expand our
range of products and services we provide you.
Our knowledge of glass processing enables us to create and develop exclusive and
revolutionary products.
Quality
Our quality policy is part of a continuous progressional approach for our customers’
satisfaction.
Moreover, we develop partnerships with the leading associations and federations
of the industry.
Logistics
To ensure optimum delivery in the best conditions of time and safety,
we have integrated our own logistics company, STV (Société de
Transports Verriers). Its purpose is the internal transport of the entire group's production.
However, the company remains open to any customer and any type of transportation.
Key figures
• 13 glass processing plants in metropolitan France
• 3 glass processing plants in Réunion
• 1 glass processing plant in Mauritius
• 800 people at your disposal
• 85,000 tons of glass processed each year
• 39 float & laminated glass cutting machines
• 23 insulating glass production lines
• 2,500,000 sqm of insulating glass per year
• 2 tempering furnaces
• 1 horizontal press for toughened curved glass
• 300,000 sqm of toughened glass per year
• 2 laminated glass production lines
• 600,000 sqm of laminated glass per year
• 1 water jet cutting machine
RIOU Glass (HQ)
5 Chemin des Allais
F-27350 CAUVERVILLE-EN-ROUMOIS
Tel +33 (0)2 32 57 73 25
Fax +33 (0)2 32 41 11 28
STV
5 Chemin des Allais
F-27350 CAUVERVILLE-EN-ROUMOIS
Tel +33 (0)2 32 56 13 76
Fax +33 (0)2 32 57 08 80
AVS
PA Alpespace
281 Voie Vasco de Gama
F-73800 SAINTE-HÉLÈNE-DU-LAC
Tel +33 (0)4 79 84 39 40
Fax +33 (0)4 79 84 33 56
GIF
ZI Pont-Yblon
1 Rue des Frères Lumière
F-93150 LE BLANC-MESNIL
Tel +33 (0)1 45 91 19 99
Fax +33 (0)1 49 47 56 20
LVI
Printed by La Petite Presse SAS - Le Havre / Photos : Guy ISAAC
ZI
F-76870 GAILLEFONTAINE
Tel +33 (0)2 32 89 93 93
Fax +33 (0)2 32 89 93 90
SLPV
ZI
Avenue de Béziers
F-34310 MONTADY
Tel +33 (0)4 67 09 24 84
Fax +33 (0)4 67 90 62 41
VERAQUI
ZI Nord
F-47200 MARMANDE
Tel +33 (0)5 53 64 80 64
Fax +33 (0)5 53 20 96 26
VIB
ZI Sud
Route de Pontivy
F-22600 LOUDÉAC
Tel +33 (0)2 96 28 35 56
Fax +33 (0)2 96 28 65 90
VIC
Route de Coutances
F-50180 AGNEAUX
Tel +33 (0)2 33 55 04 04
Fax +33 (0)2 33 55 39 72
VICA
Rue du Leff
F-22290 LANVOLLON
Tel +33 (0)2 96 70 26 75
Fax +33 (0)2 96 70 25 91
VIN
PA Bois Rigault
99 Rue Alfred Nobel
F-62880 VENDIN-LE-VIEIL
Tel +33 (0)3 21 13 62 62
Fax +33 (0)3 21 70 81 71
SOREMIR St-Denis
Overseas France & International
VIO
Route de Maisoncelles
F-53260 PARNÉ-SUR-ROC
Tel +33 (0)2 43 64 64 00
Fax +33 (0)2 43 98 02 03
SOREMIR St-Paul
33 Chaussée Royale
F-97460 SAINT-PAUL
REUNION
Tel +262 (0)262 22 57 91
Fax +262 (0)262 49 47 55
VIP
ZI Moulin à Vent
F-27210 BOULLEVILLE
Tel +33 (0)2 32 57 74 34
Fax +33 (0)2 32 42 22 02
SOFAVI
VIV
ZI Bois Joly
3 Rue Gustave Eiffel
F-85500 LES HERBIERS
Tel +33 (0)2 51 64 83 55
Fax +33 (0)2 51 64 97 50
Réunion
Mauritius
ZI 3
30 Avenue Charles Isautier
F-97410 SAINT-PIERRE
REUNION
Tel +262 (0)262 35 48 74
Fax +262 (0)262 35 53 58
IF GLASS
V2S
ZI Plaisance
Rue de l'Artisanat
F-11100 NARBONNE
Tel +33 (0)4 68 42 47 00
Fax +33 (0)4 68 42 47 06
11 Avenue Stanislas Gimart
F-97495 SAINTE-CLOTILDE CEDEX
REUNION
Tel +262 (0)262 29 18 17
Fax +262 (0)262 29 78 46
www.r iouglass .com
Rue des Oursins
Baie du Tombeau
PORT-LOUIS
MAURITIUS
Tel +230 (0)230 247 3030
Fax +230 (0)230 247 5182
RG-10-09-EN