Abstract: The subject invention is directed to a method for producing a pre-reacted clinker used in the manufacture of E glass. The clinker is fed into an E glass furnace, and melts down into a finished E glass product at high efficiencies and short production times. The clinker allows glass to be produced at a lower cost as compared with known methods.

Abstract: A process for making a glass product with reduced greenhouse gas emission, comprising: providing a raw material composition comprising at least one silicon dioxide or silicon dioxide-containing compound and at least one pre-reacted compound, wherein the pre-reacted compound comprises an atom of an alkaline earth metal chemically bonded to an oxygen atom, and a silicon atom chemically bonded to the oxygen atom; melting the raw material composition to produce a molten material; and forming the molten material into a glass product.

Abstract: The subject invention is directed to a method for producing a raw material or materials that can be used by themselves or in combination with other ingredients to make glass of high quality at high efficiencies and short production times. The raw materials are capable of high reactivity in a glass melting furnace and therefore will allow glass to be produced either at lower temperatures or shorter residence times at the same temperatures as compared with known methods.

Abstract: An effective process for removing organic coatings and binders from glass fiber surfaces in a manner that is both environmentally friendly and does not comprise the integrity or physical properties of the fiber.

Abstract: Provided is a range of glass compositions and glass fiber products made therefrom that show a unique combination of properties for both discontinuous fiber manufacturing and end use service. The glass compositions are particularly useful in high volume, high throughput, economical processes such as rotary spinning.

Abstract: A method of making a glass product comprising: providing a feedstock formed from at least one sedimentary rock comprising at least two minerals suitable for making the glass product; melting the feedstock to form a melt; and forming a glass product from the melt.

Abstract: A process for making a glass product with reduced greenhouse gas emission, comprising: providing a raw material composition comprising at least one silicon dioxide or silicon dioxide-containing compound and at least one pre-reacted compound, wherein the pre-reacted compound comprises an atom of an alkaline earth metal chemically bonded to an oxygen atom, and a silicon atom chemically bonded to the oxygen atom; melting the raw material composition to produce a molten material; and forming the molten material into a glass product.

Abstract: An effective process for removing organic coatings and binders from glass fiber surfaces in a manner that is both environmentally friendly and does not comprise the integrity or physical properties of the fiber.

Abstract: Molten glass is formed from high-temperature glass batch by feeding the glass batch to a melt chamber and heating the glass batch in the melt chamber using one or more submerged combustion burners to melt the glass batch and form molten glass. The molten glass can be removed from the melt chamber and fiberized.

Abstract: Provided is a range of glass compositions and glass fiber products made therefrom that show a unique combination of properties for both discontinuous fiber manufacturing and end use service. The glass compositions are particularly useful in high volume, high throughput, economical processes such as rotary spinning.

Abstract: The subject invention is directed to a method for producing a pre-reacted clinker used in the manufacture of E glass. The clinker is fed into an E glass furnace, and melts down into a finished E glass product at high efficiencies and short production times. The clinker allows glass to be produced at a lower cost as compared with known methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to an improved method for preparing glass products, particularly continuous glass filaments. In this invention, the raw materials are treated with an alkaline solution to pre-react the raw material to remove unwanted materials from the raw materials. The alkaline solution can be added to the raw material mixture or can be generated in situ by the addition of water to the raw material mixture.

Abstract: The invention is an improved method for manufacturing fiberglass. In the method of the invention, traditional raw materials are at least partially replaced by pre-reacted materials. Use of these pre-reacted material results is less energy based to manufacture glasses and better melting of the raw material.

Abstract: Provided are glass compositions uniquely applicable for the preparation of ultrafine fibers for filtration and separation applications. The glasses meet all physical and chemical criteria, including that for biodissolution rate. In particular, the glasses exhibit good moisture resistance in combination with excellent biosolubility, allowing for storage of products under humid conditions and degradation at a high rate in the body if inhaled.

Abstract: Provided are glass compositions uniquely applicable for the preparation of ultrafine fibers for filtration and separation applications. The glasses meet all physical and chemical criteria, including that for biodissolution rate.

Abstract: Provided are glass compositions uniquely applicable for the preparation of ultrafine fibers for filtration and separation applications. The glasses meet all physical and chemical criteria, including that for biodissolution rate.

Abstract: Glass fibers, particularly those prepared by flame attenuation, display excellent chemical resistance to both acids and moisture while being highly biosoluble at the same time. The glass compositions used to make the fibers consisting essentially of: 38-52 wt % SiO2, 8-17 wt % A1203, 7-17 wt % B203, 0-7 wt % RO, wherein R is Ca, Mg, in a combination thereof, 20-31 wt R120, wherein R1 is Na, K, or a combination thereof, and 0-2.5 wt % Li20, and has a Final Aged Tensile Value of at least 3000; a HTV of 1700° F. or less and a liquidus temperature at least 200° F. lower than HTV.

Abstract: Provided are glass compositions uniquely applicable for the preparation of ultrafine fibers for filtration and separation applications. The glasses meet all physical and chemical criteria, including that for biodissolution rate.

Abstract: Provided are glass compositions uniquely applicable for the preparation of ultrafine fibers for filtration and separation applications. The glasses meet all physical and chemical criteria, including that for biodissolution rate.

Abstract: Glass fibers prepared by flame attenuation display excellent chemical resistance to both acids and moisture while being highly biosoluble at the same time. The glass compositions are characterized by ratios of components which are reflective of acid resistance, biosolubility, and moisture resistance. Preferred glass fibers exhibit a biodissolution greater than about 350 ng/cm/2hr.