The New Swift Glass Scratch/Dig Calculator: A Smarter Way to Assess Surface Quality
Leave a CommentWhen reviewing the specifications for optical glass, you’re likely to see something like “60-40” or “80-50”, but what do these numbers represent in physical reality? How can you easily translate that into surface quality? On top of visualizing specs, professionals in the optical glass world also need to calculate accumulated defect limits and translate between […]
Micromachining Glass for Medical MEMS Devices
Leave a CommentThe medical industry relies on a range of imaging solutions, with Micro-Electromechanical Systems (MEMS) devices like smart pills and real-time optical bio-imaging systems allowing for more fine-tuned and accurate examinations. These technologies rely on precision mirrors and glass components that have a high degree of clarity, dimensional integrity, and accuracy. In this blog post, we’ll […]
Medical Grade Glass Materials: A Selection Guide
Leave a CommentGlass plays a critical role in modern medicine and is used in everything from lab equipment and diagnostic instruments to advanced surgical devices and optical tools. However, not all glass is suitable for every application, and the wrong choice can compromise performance, safety, and durability. As a trusted expert in precision glass fabrication for the […]
Mining Industry’s Growth Signals a Surge in Demand for Advanced Glass Well Plugs
Leave a CommentThe mining industry is entering a transformative era as it evolves from a traditionally manual and labor-intensive field into a tech-forward powerhouse fueled by automation, data, and advanced materials. To further this change, mining operations need smarter solutions that enhance efficiency, safety, and sustainability. Two major trends are shaping the new direction of mining. One […]
Securing the Pause: How Tempered Glass Revolutionizes Temporary Well Abandonment in Mining
Leave a CommentThe mining industry relies on innovative materials and technology to improve key processes, such as sealing wellbores. The wellbores can contain multiple sections to be mined sequentially. After a section has been completed, it must be sealed off to prevent pressure loss while fluids are pumped from other areas. Finding the safest and most cost-effective […]
The Glass Wafer Fabrication Process: Animated!
Leave a CommentWe are excited to announce the release of our latest animated video, which offers an in-depth look into the glass wafer fabrication process at Swift Glass. This video provides an inside view of the production process for high-quality glass wafers, which are essential components in a variety of devices powering our future, such as semiconductors […]
Superior Glass Polishing & Finishing from Swift Glass
Leave a CommentA flawless finish is essential in glass fabrication to improve the visual appeal and functionality of the glass product. Surface polishing can give glass components superior light transmission in optical applications, as well as other functional properties depending on the intended use. For nearly 100 years, quality custom glass fabrication has been our specialty at […]
Controlled-Shatter Glass Well Plugs with Tempered Glass Technology
Leave a CommentIn the petroleum and natural gas mining industry, well completion is critical to safe and efficient production with hydraulic fracturing. A wellbore is mined in sections or zones, and previous zones must be properly blocked before extraction can begin on the next one. Devices called well plugs, fracking plugs, or frac plugs, are used to […]
Tempered Glass 101 – A Quick Guide
Leave a CommentAs a particularly strong material, tempered glass is fabricated to provide optimal durability and safety for diverse projects. It’s applicable in everything from residential settings and consumer goods to industrial facilities and construction sites. Learn more about this versatile glass, its primary benefits, how it’s made, and its ideal applications. What is Tempered Glass? Tempered […]
