Specialty Lubricants & Coatings
Asbury develops high-performance specialty coatings engineered for high-temperature protection, electrical conductivity, lubrication, and wear resistance.
Glass Manufacturing
Advanced Materials for High-Temperature Forming and Glass Production
Asbury Advanced Materials supports the glass industry with engineered carbon and graphite materials designed for high-temperature forming, molding, and processing environments. Our materials help improve release performance, reduce wear, and maintain consistent product quality across demanding production conditions.
Glass manufacturing requires materials that can withstand extreme heat while maintaining clean operation and reliable performance. Asbury’s portfolio supports both melt chemistry control and downstream processing applications, helping optimize efficiency and extend equipment life.
Solving Real-World Glass Production Problems for Over a Century
- Carbon and graphite materials improve release performance in high-temperature forming and molding operations.
- Carbon helps control glass melt chemistry by influencing oxidation states that affect glass color and quality.
- In combination with sulfur, carbon can contribute to amber, yellow, brown, and black glass coloration.
- Carbon supports bubble purification by helping remove trapped and dissolved gases, reducing defects and improving clarity.
Properties
Key Properties of Carbon & Graphite Materials for Glass
Carbon and graphite materials are widely used in glass production due to their ability to perform in high-temperature environments and influence melt behavior:
- High thermal stability
- Strong reducing capability for melt chemistry control
- Excellent lubricity
- Non-wetting performance
- Chemical inertness
- Oxidation resistance
- Wear resistance
- Consistent particle size and purity
Applications
Key Applications of Carbon & Graphite Materials for Glass
Melt Additives
Carbon is used directly in the glass melt to control oxidation-reduction conditions and influence final glass color. Even small additions can significantly impact melt chemistry, making consistency and proper dispersion critical. In refining processes, carbon is used alongside sodium sulfate to generate gas bubbles that remove dissolved impurities. This bubble purification process improves clarity, reduces internal defects, and enhances overall glass quality.
Abrasives
Abrasive materials are used in glass manufacturing for finishing, surface preparation, and post-processing operations. These materials help improve surface consistency, remove imperfections, and support downstream processing to achieve the desired glass quality and performance.
Refractory
Carbon and graphite materials are used in refractory systems to support high-temperature glass forming and processing operations. These materials provide thermal stability and resistance to chemical attack, helping extend refractory life and maintain consistent performance in furnaces and forming equipment.
Lubricants & Grease
In high-heat forming and molding environments, conventional lubricants can leave residue and lead to inconsistent release. Graphite-based dry-film lubricants and coatings provide clean, reliable mold release by forming a non-wetting barrier that prevents glass adhesion. These materials are engineered to withstand extreme temperatures, reduce wear on molds and tooling, and improve surface quality during continuous production.
recommended Materials
Carbon Solutions for Glass Manufacturing Processes
Asbury supplies a wide range of graphite materials, each offering distinct performance characteristics suited to each application.
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WHY ASBURY
Why Manufacturers Choose Asbury for Glass Production Solutions
Decades of Materials Expertise
Deep experience across carbon, graphite, and specialty materials—supporting complex, real-world applications.
Technical & Manufacturing Depth
Knowledgeable teams who understand material behavior, processing requirements, and application constraints.
Consistency, Quality & Control
Reliable materials processed to meet demanding specifications, batch after batch.
Global Reach & Supply Reliability
A diversified sourcing and distribution network designed to support customers wherever they operate.
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