What is Glass Edging?
Glass edging is the process of smoothing and shaping the edges of glass before it enters the tempering stage. In this process, the sides of the glass are tidied up to have a precise, flat, and safer shape.
The edging stage is not just about making the glass look neater. This process is mandatory to reduce the risk of cracking or failure during the tempering process.
In other words, edging is one of the important factors for producing strong and high-quality tempered glass.
Functions of the Edging Process for Glass
The edging process has several important functions, including:
Making glass edges smoother and neater
Reducing dangerous sharp edges
Reducing the risk of glass breakage during production
Providing a more precise and aesthetic finishing result
Glass that has undergone the edging process will feel safer when rubbed against or touched by the body.
Why is Edging Important Before Tempering?
During the tempering process, glass is heated to high temperatures and then rapidly cooled. If the glass edges are still rough or have small defects, the risk of glass breakage during the tempering process will be much higher. Therefore, the edging process is a mandatory step before tempered glass is produced. The better the edging process is performed, the better the final quality of the glass produced.