Glass defects — sources and solutions

Preventing issues caused by defects is vital to keeping production lines running and limiting costly shutdowns and wastage.

In this one-hour webinar, we look at the types of glass defects, specific testing that can be carried out to determine the cause, and ways to prevent these issues occurring. 

  

What you will learn about: 

  • Sources of defects 

  • Sources of bubbles 

  • Testing requirements 

  • Solutions 

Meet the glass experts:

Daniel Capon

Daniel Capon

Food & Drink Lead
Daniel is a specialist in glass analysis and focuses on XRF and SEM. He has worked in the glass industry since 1999 and oversees our glass properties and environmental departments. Read More

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