Clear float glass

Float glass is a type of high quality flat glass that is manufactured using the float process. This method involves melting glass mass, which is then poured onto the surface of molten tin in a vacuum chamber. The molten glass melts to form a flat surface. Once cooled, it is smooth and even without the need for additional polishing.

Float glass has a number of advantages: it is very smooth and flat, has high transparency and optical uniformity. This makes it ideal for use in windows, mirrors, automotive production, and other industries that require a clean and even surface. Float glass is also easier to process for further use in the manufacture of various glass products.

Yes, there is a significant difference. Float glass is a method of producing flat glass that can then be further processed, including tempering. Tempered glass, in turn, is float glass that has been processed by rapid cooling to increase its strength and safety in case of breakage. Tempered glass breaks into small, sharp pieces when broken.

Float glass is widely used in many industries due to its characteristics. It is used in window glazing, mirrors, furniture, glass doors and partitions, the automotive industry for windows and windshields, and in the construction industry for building facades and interiors.

Yes, float glass is recyclable. It can be collected and remelted to produce new glass products, making it an environmentally responsible material. Glass recycling helps to reduce the amount of waste that goes to landfills and reduces the need for raw materials for the production of new glass, as recycled glass can be used without significant loss of quality. This not only helps protect the environment, but is also economically beneficial for manufacturers by reducing raw material and energy costs.