Ali Yönden

🌍Independent Senior Expert with nearly 30 years of hands-on experience in float glass manufacturing, specializing in tin bath and annealing lehr systems across the full project lifecycle.I built my career at Şişecam, one of the world’s leading flat glass producers, where I developed deep technical expertise in the design, construction, commissioning, and long-term optimization of float glass lines.Throughout my career, I have led numerous greenfield and brownfield projects, including major cold and partial repairs, capacity expansions, and full new float line installations. My experience includes high-capacity, technologically advanced lines with extra-wide glass ribbon production and glass thickness ranges from 1.4 mm up to 12 mm, consistently meeting demanding quality and productivity targets.Core expertise includes:✅ Tin bath & annealing lehr troubleshooting and optimization✅ Cold / partial repairs, start-ups, and stabilization✅ Greenfield & brownfield float line projects✅ Thin (down to 1.4 mm), thick (up to 12 mm), and extra-wide glass production✅ Yield improvement, quality enhancement, and equipment lifetime extension✅ Technical staff training – on-site operations and assembly processesWith an academic background in Chemistry and Ceramic Engineering, I combine strong theoretical knowledge with extensive shop-floor experience. I am particularly effective in resolving chronic process issues and ensuring stable, long-term operation of critical float glass systems.Today, I provide independent technical consultancy, project support, and training services to float glass manufacturers, EPC contractors, and suppliers worldwide – delivering pragmatic, results-oriented solutions supported by a strong international technical and supplier network across worldwide📩 Reach out via LinkedIn DM or email: aliyonden@gmail.com | 📞 +90 555 087 0532