TEMPERED GLASS PRODUCTS IN MONTREAL

Tempered glass is produced by heating ordinary ("annealed") glass to near its softening point and then rapidly cooling it. As the outside surface of the glass cools first, tension is created between the inner thickness and the outer surface. This compresses the surface and the edge of the glass. The result is a hardened surface and a stronger glass. For quality tempered glass products in Montreal, you can trust MP Glass for all your needs.

CHARACTERISTICS

Approximately 4-5 times stronger than ordinary glass

Can withstand high heat up to 260ºC (500ºF)

In the event of breakage, the glass will shatter into small cube-shaped fragments

More economical than Pyrex®

APPLICATIONS

Light lenses (e.g., halogen, custom-made light fixtures)

Fireplace doors, doors, windows, tabletops, shelving, desktops, shower doors, accordion doors, deck railing, stair banister

Barbecue ovens

Bus shelters / RVs

Greenhouse glass

SIZES

Smallest size: 12 mm (1/2") in diameter

Largest area: 2438 mm x 4826 mm (96" x 190")

Thickness: 3.3 mm to 19 mm

STANDARDS / CERTIFICATIONS

CAN/CGSB - 12.1 - M90

ANSI Z97.1 – 2009 - 16 CRF 1201

Certified by the California Department of Transport

Tempered glass is often used in applications where using standard glass could pose a potential danger. Tempered glass is stronger than standard glass, more scratch-resistant and does not shatter into large shards when broken. This is important, because it can greatly minimize potential danger in the case of a break.

In the case that tempered glass does break, it shatters into small pebbles that are void of dangerous, sharp edges. As tempered glass is considered to be much safer than normal glass, you may often hear it referred to as safety glass or toughened glass. Tempered glass has a wide variety of uses that you’ll find just about everywhere. In fact, the shower doors in your bathroom or the side glass on a motor vehicle are examples of tempered glass.

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