KG HS - Heat strengthened glass
Heat Strengthened glass is produced by heating annealed glass to a temperature that is lower than the one used for fully tempered glass.
The glass is then rapidly cooled to induce surface compression while leaving the center of the glass in a state of tension.
Heat Strengthened glass is stronger than annealed glass but not as strong as fully tempered glass.
When broken, Heat Strengthened glass tends to break into larger pieces than tempered glass, reducing the risk of sharp, small glass fragments.
Heat Strengthened glass retains optical clarity similar to annealed glass, making it suitable for applications where visual aesthetics are important.
Like other types of glass, Heat Strengthened glass can be customized in terms of thickness, size, and coatings for specific performance characteristics.
Applications
Heat Strengthened glass is commonly used in applications where increased strength and safety are required, but full tempering might not be necessary.
Typical applications include building facades, curtain walls, and other architectural glazing.
