Switchable privacy glass played an important role in supporting the collaborative workspaces within Hitachi Rail’s new lighthouse digital factory in Hagerstown, Maryland. As a next-generation manufacturing facility, the project called for solutions that align with its modern approach to workplace design and innovation. Hitachi Rail selected smart glass as a privacy solution that helps maintain an open and professional environment while accommodating the varying needs of the space.
Supporting Innovation Through Workplace Design
Hitachi Rail’s Hagerstown facility represents a major investment in the future of rail manufacturing in North America. As one of the company’s newest production facilities, the site combines advanced manufacturing capabilities with modern workplace design principles that encourage collaboration, efficiency, and innovation.
Within environments like these, conference rooms serve many purposes throughout the day. Teams use them for project planning, engineering discussions, customer presentations, training sessions, and executive meetings. Consequently, flexibility becomes a key design requirement.
To meet these changing needs, Hitachi Rail selected switchable privacy glass instead of traditional blinds or curtains. By integrating privacy directly into the glass itself, the conference room can instantly adapt while maintaining a clean, modern appearance.
Why Switchable Privacy Glass Was the Right Choice
Rather than using blinds or curtains, Hitachi Rail selected switchable privacy glass to provide privacy on demand.
When the glass is in its transparent state, conference rooms remain visually connected to the surrounding workspace and benefit from natural daylight. When privacy is required, the glass instantly transitions to an opaque state, helping create a more focused meeting environment.
This flexibility allows conference rooms to support a wider range of activities while maintaining a clean architectural appearance.
Why Hitachi Rail Trusted Smart Glass Technologies
For a facility built around innovation, operational excellence, and advanced manufacturing, Hitachi Rail required a privacy solution that aligned with the high standards of its new lighthouse digital factory. Smart Glass Technologies supported the project with high-quality, Made in USA smart glass products. The company also provides a nationwide network of certified installers. With experience delivering smart glass solutions across commercial, industrial, institutional, healthcare, hospitality, and transportation environments, the company brings the expertise needed to support projects with diverse technical and operational requirements.
For Hitachi Rail, switchable privacy glass provided a practical conference room solution that supports privacy, workplace functionality, and contemporary design. The installation creates flexible meeting spaces for a variety of activities. At the same time, it maintains a bright and professional atmosphere throughout the facility.
A Smart Solution for Modern Industrial Facilities
Switchable privacy glass helps organizations balance transparency, privacy, and functionality within today’s advanced workplaces. The technology provides instant visibility control while preserving the open and connected environments that modern facilities require.
At Smart Glass Technologies, we continue helping companies integrate innovative switchable glazing through premium products and experienced installation teams.
Contact us today to learn how smart glass can transform your conference rooms, operational spaces, and manufacturing facilities.
