Application of garnet sand in the glass industry
The application of garnet sand in the glass industry is mainly reflected in the following two aspects:
1. Water jet cutting
Precision cutting
Garnet sand, with its high hardness and sharp edges, can accurately cut glass as a water jet cutting medium. The incision is regular and not easy to block the knife. It is especially suitable for the processing of complex patterns (such as mosaic design). Its axial crystal structure allows the broken sand to be reused, reducing the cutting cost.
Process expansion
Water jet cutting technology combined with garnet sand provides a convenient solution for the diversification of glass products, supporting complex processes such as efficient modeling and drilling.
2. Surface treatment/sandblasting
Sandblasting cleaning
Garnet sand blasting can remove cracks, oil stains and oxide layers on the glass surface, significantly improving the surface finish and aesthetics.
Polishing optimization
Fine-grained garnet sand is used for polishing, which can eliminate minor defects (such as burrs), make the glass surface present a uniform texture, and enhance the added value of the product.
Core advantages
Garnet sand is both environmentally friendly and efficient: natural materials meet the requirements of sustainable development, and multiple recycling reduces waste generation. At the same time, its hardness and density ensure the efficiency and stability of the processing process.
