When it comes to
safety, tempered glass takes the win; it is 4-5 times stronger than standard
annealed glass. Because it undergoes a unique toughening process, it is also invulnerable
to tensile stress and impact-related breakage.
And even if it
breaks, it doesn’t form large shards of glass. Instead, it shatters away into
blunt, cube-like pieces that are incapable of causing any serious injuries –
indeed, a far safer choice than untreated, regular glass!
Why Upgrade using
Tempered Glass?
Here, the real
question is – why not?
If you have used
standard glass applications in your home, then it is practically a “glass
house.” The impact from a projectile, stone, or blow can easily break down these
glass applications. They can’t even withstand natural phenomena like
temperature fluctuations, wind loads, and hail, compromising your safety BIG
TIME!
However,
upgrading to tempered glass can help
avoid such hassles and dangers. Because of its impact-resistance,
heat-resistance, super-strength, and safety characteristics, your home will
truly become your safe haven.
The Benefits
Involved
Now, tempered
glass is well-known for being strong and sturdy – no wonder it finds
applications in car windows, balustrades, glass walkways, and building façades,
among others.
However, along
with the super-strength, it also offers other benefits, as discussed below.
Durability
Under harsh
weather conditions, regular glass can get stress-induced chips and cracks that
eventually lead to breakage. This is not the case with tempered glass.
The toughening
process creates a strong bond between the glass molecules, making it stronger
than standard glass, as much as 4-5 times! It can withstand the impact from a
projectile, stress from temperature fluctuations, and even burglars trying to
break-in.
This is what
makes tempered glass durable and
long-lasting.
Resilience to
Heat
Its resilience
to heat is a by-product of the toughening process. During the toughening
process, the glass molecules are heated at extremely high temperatures.
Consequently, tempered glass becomes more resilient to heat. It develops
thermal resistance.
Even if direct
heat is applied to it, the glass will not melt or weaken. This is why it can
withstand high-temperature differentials without cracking.
All-Weather
Resistance
Be it heavy wind
loads, thunderstorms, dust storms, or torrential rainfall – tempered glass
can withstand them all. No matter how volatile the weather conditions are, they
cannot harm this glass member.
Even extreme
heat or cold cannot impact tempered
glass, but if it were ordinary glass, it would easily succumb to mild
impact, let alone heavy damage.
On the other
hand, tempered glass is resilient to the stress caused by harsh weather
conditions. It is also quite resilient to everyday wear-and-tear, making it the
perfect choice for architectural use.
Here are some
interesting but uncommon facts about tempered glass that you must know
about.
Presence of Compressive
Surface Stress
Compressive
stress accumulates on the surface of tempered glass when it undergoes
the tempering or toughening process. It is due to this characteristic that tempered
glass breaks away into small, granular pieces and not large ones.
Besides, it is
the presence of compressive surface stress that increases the strength of tempered
glass. It also makes the glass safe for high pressure and explosion-proof
applications.
It is
Scratchproof!
Tempered
glass shows resilience to wear-and-tear caused by
everyday use. As it is scratchproof and resistant to damage, the surface of tempered
glass remains clear and smooth for years.
No wonder it is
used for several “see-through” applications like walkways, car windows, and lab
equipment.
Cannot be Cut
Once Tempered
After the
processing of tempered glass, microscopic stress cracks develop on the
surface of the glass. Any cutting, grinding or sharp impacts after the
tempering process can cause the glass to fracture.
This is why tempered
glass is never operated on, post the toughening process. And, if needed, it
must be cut or ground before beginning the tempering process.
Its Surface Is
Covered With Strain Patterns
After the
tempering process, an optical phenomenon called ‘strain pattern’ or ‘quench
pattern’ can appear on the surface of the glass and it cannot be eliminated.
Usually, the
strain patterns appear like lines, faint spots, or blotches. However, to the
naked eye, the glass surface will appear clear and smooth. It can only be viewed
using an optical polariser.
Over to You
If safety,
thermal-resistance, impact-resistance, and strength are important
considerations for you, use tempered glass solutions in your residential
spaces.
Available in a variety
of designs, patterns, and styles, it befits any and every décor theme – from
the sleek elegance of modern styles to the neutral palettes of transitional
ones.
Besides, tempered
glass ensures the safety and security of occupants with its sturdiness and
resilience to impact-related breakage.
For
High-Quality Tempered glass, Choose AIS Glass!
AIS Glass –
India’s leading integrated glass manufacturing company – offers end-to-end glass solutions for residential and commercial applications. Right from manufacturing, processing to glass selection and installation, our team of technicians will
guide you at every step of the process.
We offer AIS Stronglas, a high grade tempered glass known for its high performance against impacts and tensile stresses.
Come avail the
right tempered glass, only at AIS Glass. Get in touch with us today!