Mr Chamberlain said insurance for the shop in Bridge Street did not cover vandalism, so the business had to foot the bill for the replacement glass.

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The company is hoping that thinner glass and shorter replacement cycles will help drive the prices higher and bring its profitability back on track.

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Corning CFO Jim Flaws says the glass maker expects to see an acceleration in the TV replacement cycle.

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