FUSING GLASS AT NABERTHERM
Fusing means the melting of glass of different colors and shapes in
a special fusing furnace at approx. 800 °C. During fusing, the glass
is softened to such an extent that individual parts join together
permanently. Nabertherm offers special series of fusing furnaces and
always uses the latest technology for series and special solutions
for this application.
The Convincing Fusing-Furnaces-Series "GFM" and "GF" from
Nabertherm
Basically, there are two series of furnaces that can be individually
adapted depending on the fusing process. In order to meet the
special requirements in production, the fusing furnaces of the "GFM"
series have been developed. The GFM model series combines the
convincing quality advantages of the GF series with the option of
charging the table outside the fusing furnace. The table runs on
swivel castors and can thus be moved freely.
These fusing furnaces are available from 1.40 m² to 2.76 m². A table
on wheels, which can be moved freely, is supplied as standard. This
system can be extended as required and can be individually adapted
to the fusing process. Particularly suitable is the shuttle table
system, where one table can be loaded while the other is in the
fusing furnace. Instead of flat tables, different tables with
different heights can also be used in the fusing furnace if the
furnace is to be used for taller components, for example.
Compared to the GFM furnaces, the fusing furnaces of the "GF" series
have a fixed table. These fusing furnaces are particularly suitable
for the professional glass artist. The fusing furnaces of the GF 75
- GF 1425 series are designed for professional use. The heating
elements in the fusing furnace are arranged close to each other,
protected in quartz glass tubes, and ensure a very high temperature
uniformity when fusing or also bending on the complete table
surface. All models of the fusing furnace "GF" are designed with an
attractive, double-walled housing made of stainless steel. The flat
table surface made of robust and durable lightweight refractory
bricks and the bonnet opening with gas dampers for support
facilitate charging of the fusing furnace. The optimized electrical
connection power of the fusing furnace ensures rapid heating of the
glass.
Both series of fusing furnaces have specially arranged ceiling
heating elements that promise direct and even melting of the glass
during fusing. The fusing furnaces are easy to open and close thanks
to large handles and supported by gas pressure dampers. The final
temperature of these fusing furnaces is 950 °C, so that the various
techniques can be fully exploited during fusing.
For both fusing furnace series, Nabertherm offers additional
equipment. Among other features, there is the option of a motorized
lid opening for accelerated cooling after fusing. It is also
possible to install a floor heating system in the fusing furnace for
uniform heating of large objects. Another interesting extra is the
air supply flap with inspection glass for observing the fusing
process.
Other applications of the fusing furnaces include so-called
slumping, in which the flat glass is lowered into a form, and
combing, in which the user "combs" a pattern into the fused glass
with a metal hook.
Further information on Nabertherm Fusing glass
Nabertherm products cater for a wide range of applications:
- Air-circulation furnace, also available as shuttle kiln
- Drying oven for calcining
- Continuous furnace and top-loading furnace for a variety of
heat treatments
- High temperature furnaces for sintering technical ceramics
- Debinding furnace for removing organic compounds
- Glass kiln for fusing, glass decorating and glass painting
- Top-Hat furnace as an alternative to chamber kiln
...more Nabertherm products:
Nabertherm offers a wide range of standard kilns/furnaces and plants for many different areas of application. The modular design of our products means it is possible to find a solution in many areas to your particular problem without the necessity of costly conversion and modification. And, if none of our standard kilns or furnaces meets your requirements, then we will gladly develop a kiln, furnace or complete plant specially tailor-made to your needs.
