Laminated Glass
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Laminated glass is a type of safety glass composed of two or more layers of glass bonded together with one or more polymer interlayers, typically made of polyvinyl butyral (PVB). This construction ensures that, when broken, the interlayer holds the glass fragments together, preventing them from shattering into large, sharp pieces.
Safety
Upon impact, laminated glass tends to remain intact, reducing the risk of injury from sharp glass shards.
Sound Insulation
The PVB interlayer dampens sound vibrations, enhancing acoustic performance. WIKIPEDIA
UV Protection
Laminated glass can block a significant amount of ultraviolet radiation, helping to protect interiors from fading
Security
Its resilience makes it more difficult to penetrate, providing enhanced protection against break-ins.
Applications
Due to its durability and safety properties, toughened glass is widely used in various applications, including:
Automotive Industry
Widely used in vehicle windshields to ensure safety during collisions.
Architectural Glazing
Employed in windows, facades, and skylights where safety and security are priorities.
Hurricane-Prone Regions
Utilized in areas susceptible to severe weather to resist windborne debris.
Manufacturing Process
Assembly
Two or more glass sheets are thoroughly cleaned and then layered with the PVB interlayer
Preliminary Bonding
The assembled layers are passed through rollers to expel air and achieve initial adhesion between the glass and interlayer.
Autoclaving
The glass assembly is subjected to heat and pressure in an autoclave, permanently bonding the layers and ensuring clarity.
Complete Glass Solutions
Our Glass product range
Toughened Glass
We have two Glaston Bending Furnaces capable of 4 metre bends.
Laminated Glass
We have two Glaston Bending Furnaces capable of 4 metre bends.
Walk-On Glass
FC500 GLaston Toughening Furnace - the largest in the world.
Fire Rated Glass
Our well-maintained Manchester Glaston Toughening Furnace.
Heat Soak Glass
Our well-maintained Manchester Glaston Toughening Furnace.
Bend Glass
Our well-maintained Manchester Glaston Toughening Furnace.
Double Glazed Units - DGU
Boost energy efficiency and acoustic performance in buildings.
Heat Strengthened Glass
Controlled heating and cooling to increase strength and thermal resistance.
Toughened Laminated Glass
High-performance safety glass made by bonding more layers of toughened glass.
