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As would be expected from a glass company that has been around for over 110 years, Float Glass Industries can offer its customers a consistent and reliable glass processing and toughening service.
With every machine technology in house operated by fully trained, skilled technicians, getting your exact requirement on site, on time is a routine we're proud of. |
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| Two tempering plants manufacture round the clock supplying the window industry with a fast turnaround on toughened glass delivered by FGI’s own fleet of 20 vehicles. |
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| FGI dedicated Glass Processing factory manufactures a range of products for interior glazing applications in a range of thicknesses from 6mm to 19mm. |
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| FGI is equipped with the latest For.El vertical laminated glass cutting line - one of only two currently installed in the UK – produces a quick turnaround on large volume orders is essential. |
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| The heat strengthened process changes the surface compression of the glass usually level greater than 4000psi and less than 7000 psi. |
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| The use of toughened glass in buildings is increasing and with the construction of large glazing screens, glass roofs and curtain walls, the potential presence , albeit rare, of nickel sulphide inclusions are resolved through heatsoaking. |
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| Ceramic panels are painted on one side only which is fired permanently onto the glass during the toughening process. |
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| FGI’s range now includes fire-rating units using Pilkington’s industry leading fire resistant glasses. Double glazed units are available in a choice of fire performance variations to suit different insulation and integrity ratings and satisfy the latest fire safety standards. |
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