Cooling arrangement and method for forming float glass
US4402722A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 1, 1982 |
| Grant date | Sep 6, 1983 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 1, 2002 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC03B18/22
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
In a float glass forming chamber, the effects on the glass of sharp temperature gradients associated with coolers are modulated by high mounting of coolers so as to improve the distortion quality of the glass. Preferably, an elevated roof section is provided to accommodate the cooling means.
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