Sandblasting
Sandblasting is the process of spraying fine sand or other abrasive materials onto the surface of glass. This process allows the creation of different surface patterns, textures and designs on glass surfaces.
Technologies and process
In the field of glassmaking, there is a wide range of technologies that allow the transformation of ordinary pieces of glass into unique works of art and functional objects. These technologies include sandblasting, bonding, hydro-glazing, water jet cutting, pressing, and grinding. Each of these methods offers unique glass processing possibilities, from creating textures and patterns to joining and shaping, and refining surface and shape.
Each technology brings its own approach to the glassmaking industry, enabling artists, designers, and craftsmen to express their creativity and breathe new life into glass materials through unprecedented processes.
Technologies
Grinding
Melting
Gluing
Waterjet cutting
Waterjet is a technique where a high-pressure water jet is sprayed onto the surface of the glass. This process allows the creation of precise cuts and patterns on glass.
Grinding
Grinding is a technique used to modify and refine the surface of glass. Special grinding and abrasive materials are used to achieve a certain shape, smoothness and shine on glass objects.
Squeezing
In the world of glassmaking, squeezing refers to the methodology of shaping and modelling small glass mouldings according to desired shapes and curves. The term originated from a process in which a heated glass rod is squeezed into a mould using a hand tool called glass tongs.
Hydroglaze staining
In hydroglazing, a special paint is sprayed onto the surface of the glass, which colours the glass and creates different patterns and effects. This process can create a wide range of colour variations and designs on glass surfaces.
Gluing
Gluing is a technique of joining glass parts using special glues. These adhesives can be transparent, which makes it possible to create a solid bond without visible transitions between the glass parts being joined.