RAW MATERIALS AND MELTING (INTRODUCTORY TRAINING)
A high-quality glass melt comes from a well-prepared batch. The course starts by explaining the fundamentals of glass formulation. It covers the traditional raw materials used to achieve the desired composition, their origin, mineralogy and manufacturing processes. This course explains in detail how raw material choice has a significant impact on batch-to-melt conversion, kinetics, energy consumption, and process emissions.
Contents
•Glass formulation and batch recipe
•Characteristics of the classical raw materials used in the glass industry
• Batch handling and segregation
• Cullet use, market, and processing
• Water: an overlooked ingredient
• Influence of raw materials on glass redox and quality
• Batch composition and melting energy
• Melting reactions and kinetics
After the training you will:
• Understand raw material selection criteria
• Optimize raw materials and water content regarding redox, energy consumption, emissions, and melting rate
• Prevent segregation and batch handling problems
• Be aware of innovative alternatives to current raw materials and batching technologies to reduce emissions and energy consumption
Training methods
We offer a blended learning approach by mixing e-learning, lectures, open discussions, exercises, and case studies in teams or individually. The number of participants per course is between 10 and 25 to maximize your learning experience. Participants always receive the presentations and a training certificate.
Level of seniority
This course is meant for novice to junior professionals who would like to improve their understanding and apply the knowledge in practical cases.
Price excludes tax and duties.
The 6th participant from the same company can join for free.
