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Boosting Power Control and Monitoring

Molten glass is a conductor of electricity.  Passing high currents through the glass produces direct heating in the resistance presented by the glass.  This heating is beneficial as it heats the 'colder' bottom glass in the furnace.  This heated bottom glass rises towards the top and has a stirring effect which helps with melting and heat transfer.  Boosting is often used to meet periodic fluctuations in demand or to support the pull rate of a furnace at the end of its operating life.  Boosting may also help to reduce NOx emissions.

 

For electrical power control and monitoring in fiber glass, float glass, containers and insulation applications, you can rely on us to provide complete systems including the electrical cabinets, power controllers and necessary transformers.

 

  • Controlled convection currents to promote homogeneity
  • Accurate true power control
  • In-line power monitoring
  • Minimized DC component