Comprehensive solutions for the processing of half-jumbo size thin boro-aluminosilicate glass (below one millimeter in thickness) in architectural glazing manufacturing are now available. This paper will cover the fundamental equipment and process differences for handling, cutting, manufacturing of architectural glazing and laminates with fusion-drawn boro-aluminosilicate glass versus thicker sodalime glass. Topics will include glass cutting behavior and edge strength as a function of cutting parameters, controlled and automated glass handling along the process flow, equipment design for glazing manufacturing, and adaptation of existing clave lamination lines to process thin glass.
Eric Shomo
Thin glass processing
Company: Corning Incorporated, USA
About the speaker:
Eric Shomo currently serves as a Staff Engineer with Corning Emerging Innovations technology department. During his 8 years with Corning, Eric has improved manufacturing and operation of both ceramic and glass product and processes within Corning and at Corning’s customers. He has been especially involved with thin glass cutting and handling practices within the architecture industry. Eric Shomo holds a Bachelor’s degree in Material Science and Engineering from Michigan State University.
