What is hockey glass made of?
Hockey glass, often referred to as rink glass or protective glass, the protective glass surrounding the rink in ice hockey arenas, is typically made of tempered glass and is a crucial component of ice hockey arenas.
15mm clear toughened glass is a common option. It is a type of safety glass that is processed by controlled thermal or chemical treatments to increase its strength compared to normal glass. When broken, it shatters into small, blunt pieces rather than sharp shards, reducing the risk of injury. It is very strong and provides excellent visibility for spectators.
Hockey glass is mounted in sturdy frames around the rink, typically extending a few feet above the boards to ensure comprehensive protection and visibility.
Why use 15mm clear toughened glass for ice hockey glass?
- · Protection: The primary purpose of ice hockey glass is to protect spectators from stray pucks, sticks, and players. The 15mm clear toughened glass acts as a barrier, preventing these objects from leaving the rink and potentially causing injuries.
- · Safety: It also protects players by providing a smooth surface for them to crash into during the game, reducing the likelihood of injury compared to other types of barriers.
- · Visibility: The glass allows spectators to have an unobstructed view of the game. Clear toughened glass is transparent, ensuring fans can see all the action clearly.
- · Game Continuity: The glass helps keep the puck in play, reducing the number of stoppages and maintaining the flow of the game.
How to produce 15mm clear toughened hockey glass panels?
Toughened glass is the process of heating annealed glass, using a special furnace, to an even and uniform temperature of about 700℃ Once the glass is heated up, it is removed from the furnace and rapidly cooled down. This puts the glass in a state of compression while the core of the glass stays within tension.
Due to tempering, a stress pattern is developed by the glass and the mechanical strength of the toughened glass is up to 5x higher than that of annealed glass.
When toughened glass is broken, all the stored energy from the stress pattern is released at once and the glass breaks into very small pebbles.
Benefits:
Using 15mm clear toughened (tempered) glass for ice hockey rinks offers several benefits:
Enhanced Safety
Toughened glass is significantly stronger than standard glass. At 15mm thickness, it can withstand the high impacts from pucks, sticks, and players crashing into it.
Optimal Visibility
Clear toughened glass provides excellent visibility, allowing spectators to have an unobstructed view of the game. The clear nature of the glass ensures that fans can see the action without any distortions or visual hindrances.
Durability
The thickness and toughened nature of the glass mean it is less likely to get damaged over time, even with frequent and intense impacts. This longevity reduces the need for frequent replacements, making it a cost-effective option in the long run.
Scratch Resistance
Compared to acrylic (plexiglass), toughened glass is more resistant to scratches. This ensures that the glass remains clear and doesn’t get marred by scratches, which can obstruct the view.
Professional Standards
Using 15mm toughened glass meets the standards and requirements for professional ice hockey rinks, ensuring the rink is up to code for professional and competitive play.
Sound Control
The thickness of the glass can help dampen some of the noise from the game, creating a more pleasant viewing experience for spectators while maintaining the exciting atmosphere of the game.
Overall, 15mm clear toughened ice hockey glass offers a combination of safety, durability, visibility, and professional standards that make it an ideal choice for ice hockey rinks.
Specifications:
| Production name: 15mm clear toughened glass for ice hockey glass, NHL glass | |
| Glass thickness: 15mm, other thicknesses 12mm, 5 mm+5 mm, and 6 mm+6 mm, custom is also available. | |
| Glass color: Clear, other colors low iron, bronze, blue, green, grey, etc available. | |
| Shape: Flat or curved. | |
| Quality: CE/ASTM/AS/ISO9001/BS. | |
| Packing: Strong Plywood Crates; Customized individual packaging or mixed packaging is available. | |
| Capacity: 1000 SQM/day. |
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