Surface Engineering Coatings In Glass Manufacturing

Glass manufacturing occurs under extreme conditions of wear, corrosion and heat. To get the very most out of their bottle and glass manufacturing process, some glass manufacturing plants use specialist surface engineering coats.

Find out more in this Alphatek blog.

Glass Thermal Spraying And Coating Solutions

Here at Alphatek, we have worked closely with clients within the glass manufacturing industry to create a range of surface engineering coatings that have been specifically formulated to meet the requirements of the manufacturing process.

The metal spraying applications that are widely used by clients in the Glass Manufacturing Industry include:

  • Glass Manufacturing Moulds
  • Glass Manufacturing Chutes
  • Glass Manufacturing Plungers
  • Wear Resistance
  • Heat Resistance
  • Flame Spraying Solutions
  • HVOF Spraying Solutions

Our proprietary HVOF and Fluoropolymer coatings (HYPERGLAZE) were specifically and carefully developed to provide the ultimate level of protection and wear protection in even the most challenging of environments – making them ideal for the glass manufacturing environment.

HVOF Tungsten Carbide Coatings

HVOF tungsten carbide thermal spray coatings are amongst the most frequently applied wear-resistant surface treatments on offer at Alphatek. But what makes them so popular?

Well, that would be the versatility they offer. HVOF coatings can be formulated to suit a wide range of applications, including wear resistance, high or low friction, abrasion protection and many more.

Flame Spraying Solutions

Flame spraying solutions are ideal for delicate applications thanks to their low velocity. They include

  • Ceramics such as Chrome Oxide and Alumina
  • Pure metals such as Aluminium and Copper
  • Alloys whether Steel, Stainless Steel or non-ferrous combinations.

Glass Bottle Moulds

The moulds used to create glass bottles and glass containers must operate under extreme conditions of corrosion, wear and heat to complete the manufacturing process.

To get the most out of these glass moulds, the mould, mould neck and mould base funnel should be coated with specially formulated Flame Spray or HVOF surface coatings, appropriate for the material.

Alphatek offers a range of Flame Spraying and HVOF coatings designed to reduce oxidisation and wear, whilst extending the component lifetime of glass bottle moulds and glass container moulds.

Glass Chutes

Alphatek’s proprietary HYPERGLAZE coatings are recommended for use on glass chutes as they offer protection against the wear and tear and extreme temperatures used throughout the glass manufacturing process.

The HYPERGLAZE coatings deliver a variety of benefits, including reducing wear and tear, prolonging component life and reducing downtime.

Glass Plungers

Glass plungers are a crucial element within glass manufacturing. However, they are often vulnerable to wear and tear, heat damage and corrosion due to the extremities of the environment in which they are used.

Alphatek can supply suitable thermal glass coats formulated especially for glass plungers. These will offer a range of fantastic benefits in terms of extended glass plunger component life and reduced downtime.

Alphatek: Leading Independent Thermal Coating Specialists

At Alphatek, our dedicated team is always on hand to help our customers make the most informed decision when choosing a thermal spray coating. We understand that the low-cost option may make sense for a lot of businesses.

But for many businesses, especially those thinking about manufacturing components lifecycle costs, it is usually worth investing in a higher quality coating to reduce costly downtime, maintenance, reliability, and quality issues further down the line.

Get In Touch To Find Out More

Want to know more about our glass thermal spraying and coating solutions? Get in touch with Alphatek. We are proud to have a combined over 100 years of cumulative coating expertise and we are confident that we will have a solution for your coating needs.

After years in the business, we have built fantastic relationships with our customers, which has allowed our products and services to evolve.

Today, our products and services offer the best value, most effective thermal spray coatings solution, first time, every time. And our stress-free, straightforward service suits everyone, regardless of industry or coating needs.

For Glass Thermal Spraying and Coating solutions, look no further than Alphatek. You can give us a ring on 01706 821021, or you can drop us an email at postbox@alphatek.co.uk.

Alternatively, if you would like to visit us, we are located 20 miles north of Manchester. Please check our opening times before venturing to see us.