Is Tempered Glass Equal to Laminated Glass?
Both laminated glass and tempered glass are types of safety glass; they break in a way that minimizes the risk of injuries in the event that the glass breaks. However, they are different in their individual forms and functions. Does this Spark an idea?
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The Manufacturing of Safety Glass
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Tempered glass is made when a sheet of glass is heated and rapidly cooled to increase tensile strength by ushering it through a system of blowers. This makes tempered glass up to five times stronger than standard glass. Laminated glass is made by sandwiching a sheet of polyvinyl butyral between two sheet of glass. This layering of laminated glass makes its resistance to breakage stronger.
How Safety Glass Breaks
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When any part of tempered glass breaks, the entire panel shatters. Tempered glass breaks into small, oval-shaped pieces when broken, rather than sharp shards that can pose a great safety risk. When laminated glass breaks, the glass is held in place by the central plastic film, creating a spider web effect.
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The Uses of Safety Glass
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Tempered glass can be used for computer screens, shower doors and windows in ovens. Laminated glass is most commonly used for car windshields.
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