Glass Processing
We have vast experience in the glass industry over the years, using both Infrared and Ultraviolet technology depending on the exact requirement.
Infrared emitters can provide a very efficient heat output in the production of glass and glass related products.
It can be used for printing on glass, curing coatings on glass and many others.
Whereas UV technology is most used for glass tempering.
We would typically recommend a durable, stable IR emitter such as a Twin Tube with Medium-Wave filaments for optimal absorption and an internal reflector coating for increased efficiency and performance.
Products – IR lamps, UV lamps, Tunnel Dryer
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Tempering
Infrared technology is commonly used in the process of manufacturing glass.
Glass tempering is when the glass undergoes a heat treatment in order to strengthen it and ensure further durability.
Tempering is a process that benefits dramatically from the use of Infrared for several reasons such as being able to control the exact temperature that is being emitted along with Medium-Wave IR being industry recognised as the best wavelength for glass to absorb the radiant heat.
Printing
Ultraviolet technology can be used for printing onto glass.
Once the glass has gone through a proper pre-treatment process the inks can be applied before the UV curing can take place.
UV allows for a very, smart professional finish and is preferred to IR technology in this field. This process is commonly used for beverage bottles, food jars, perfume bottles and many more.
Laminating
Infrared lamination is a process used in the glass, textile and automotive industries to give products stability and make them more durable.
Infrared heat helps to create a laminated film that is applied to the material itself and is then properly adhered.
Infrared technology ensures a quick, energy efficient way of activating the adhesive along with giving the best adhesion possible.
A variety of IR lamps can be used for this application from standard quartz linear lamps along with the traditional bulb shaped IR lamps.
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Adhesives need to be re-activated or undergo a drying process.
Infrared heat is the most efficient way of re-activating adhesives for many industries including the glass industry.
The speed at which Infrared heat can carry out this process will give you significant production advantages as well as the consistent output allows the quality of the re-activation to be the best it can possibly be.
We can work with yourselves to carry out tests and trials to ensure the best tailor-made solution is created.