Glass Surface Quality vs. Surface Irregularity
Leave a CommentDuring the design and production of optical devices and systems, optical specifications—such as surface quality and surface irregularity—serve two key purposes: To set the acceptable limits for various performance parameters To determine the amount of resources required for production While an optical component may appear to be perfect—i.e., without defect—to the human eye, there may […]
5 Key Benefits of Fused Silica & Quartz
Leave a CommentFused silica and quartz are two commonly employed materials in glass fabrication operations. Both substances offer unique properties that make them suitable for use in fabricated glass components. The following blog post provides an overview of the two, including their composition, key benefits, and typical applications. Benefits of Fused Silica Glass Fused silica is a […]
Swift Glass Is Proudly ISO 9001:2015 Certified
Leave a CommentAs part of our ongoing commitment to providing customers with the highest quality products and services, the team at Swift Glass is proud to announce that we have been ISO 9001:2015 certified for almost 10 years. Here’s what this means for our customers. What Is ISO 9001:2015? Formed in 1947, the International Organization for Standardization […]
The Six Most Common Contaminants a Clean Room Removes
Leave a CommentThe manufacture of sensitive components, such as electronics, fabricated glass, and pharmaceuticals—necessitates the use of clean rooms. These structures establish an enclosed and controlled environment that minimizes contamination that can negatively affect the quality or integrity of manufactured products and productivity of a facility. For glass fabrication applications, cleanliness of the workspace is particularly critical, […]
How to Select High Performance Glass
Leave a CommentHigh performance glass is in demand for a variety of applications that require durable and reliable glass products, including windows for industrial and safety applications that must withstand bullets, explosions, and high pressure. In addition to windows, high performance glass is useful for industrial lighting products, military, medical and many other applications. High Performance Glass […]
What is Photonics?
Leave a CommentVarious light generation and harnessing processes are often used to cut and finish goods, transfer data, and monitor complex systems. These technologies fall under the umbrella of photonics. Electro-optical devices, optics and fiber-optics, and lasers each play an essential role in creating highly sophisticated products and scanning processes. Almost every industry uses various photonic processes […]
Excellence in Glass Fabrication and Market Adaptation
Leave a CommentFor nearly a century, Swift Glass has focused on high-quality custom glass fabrication. Our unwavering commitment to providing our customers with quality glass products has served as our company’s foundation for almost 100 years and will continue to serve as one of our guiding principles for years to come. Although we continually abide by the […]
3-Part Checklist: What to Look for in a Glass Fabrication Vendor
Leave a CommentWith almost 100 years of experience working with manufacturers, the team at Swift Glass knows how important choosing the right glass fabrication vendor is for the success of a project. The vendor you select can be the difference between a successful production run that finishes on time and up to standard and a slow production […]
A Guide to Sight Glass
Leave a CommentThe term “sight glass” refers to the transparent glass tube or window component of an industrial or commercial piece of equipment that allows observers to have a clear view of what is occurring within the container. While sight glasses can serve a wide range of functions, they are primarily used for visibility. They allow operators […]
