The Manufacturing Process of Glass: From Sand to Tempered and Triplex Glass

🔧Large glass panels for mass production are transported to glass factories in special trucks.

🔍Glass panels are stacked in tilted racks, forming pyramids to optimize storage space.

🔪The glass is cut by an automatic machine using a diamond cutter head, removing any fissures or rough edges.

🔥Tempered glass is heated and then cooled rapidly, resulting in increased strength and safety.

💡Triplex glass consists of two tempered glass sheets with a polymer film in between, offering enhanced strength and safety upon impact.

How is tempered glass different from normal glass?

—Tempered glass undergoes a special heating and rapid cooling process, resulting in increased strength and safety compared to normal glass. When broken, tempered glass shatters into small, relatively harmless pieces.

What is the purpose of using triplex glass?

—Triplex glass, also known as multi-layer glass, offers superior strength and safety. It is commonly used in applications where impact resistance is crucial, such as vehicle windshields and buildings.

Why is it important to remove rough edges from glass?

—Removing rough edges from glass not only improves its appearance but also prevents potential cracks or injuries. Rough edges can cause vibrations that may lead to glass cracking.

What is the benefit of stacking glass panels in pyramids?

—Stacking glass panels in pyramids allows for efficient use of storage space. This arrangement ensures stability and easy access to the glass panels.

How is tempered glass tested for strength?

—Tempered glass is subjected to strength tests, such as dropping a steel sphere from various heights, to ensure it can withstand impact without breaking.

00:05Mass production glass panels are transported to glass factories in special trucks.

00:32Glass panels are stacked in tilted racks, forming pyramids for efficient storage.

01:27Automatic machines with diamond cutter heads cut the glass, removing rough edges and fissures.

02:46Tempered glass is heated and rapidly cooled, resulting in increased strength and safety.

03:58Triplex glass consists of two tempered glass sheets with a polymer film in between, offering enhanced strength and safety.