TEMPABEND
PROCESS
The tempering
or toughening process involves heating the glass to near softening point
and then rapidly cooling it to introduce high compressive stresses at the
surface with balancing tensile stresses in the centre, which transforms
the glass into a strong and safe product. The shaping of the glass occurs
at the heating stage using Tempabend's unique mold technology.
Some laminated
toughened or heat strengthened bends are available should end use require.
GLASS TYPE
In general
most glass types that can be flat toughened can be bent and toughened.
For unusual or specialist glass please contact Tempabend Ltd.
GLASS THICKNESS
Glass thickness
from 6 to 25 mm can be toughened and 4 and 5 mm heat strengthened.
Size, shape
and cut outs may restrict some applications.
