Monday, September 14, 2026
Course 1: Fundamentals of Batch and Furnace Operations | 12:00 Noon 鈥� 5:00 p.m.
Instructor: C. Philip Ross, President, Glass Industry Consulting International (GICI)
This course is an introduction to the principles of commercial glass production employed in Batch & Furnace operations by US Glass producers. Raw Materials, Glass Technology & Properties, Melting Furnaces, and Environmental Issues will all be touched upon. Suggested attendees could be vendors or newer individuals to glass manufacturing seeking an introduction to the issues faced in glass production.
Registration: 海角大神member $275, general attendee: $325. Includes lunch.
Monday, September 14, 2026
Course 2: Glass Defects | 12:00 Noon 鈥� 4:00 p.m
Instructor: Laboratory team of GLASS SERVICE, a.s.
This workshop introduces the topic of glass defect analyses offered by GS Laboratory.
It describes bubble and solid glass defect analysis procedures and discusses their classification based on their sources.
The course will explain how identifying defect composition can help glass manufacturers determine the source of the problem.
Additionally, the workshop will review several case studies and discuss how the information gained during the identification process can be applied to successfully isolate defect sources.
Registration: 海角大神member $275, general attendee: $325. Includes lunch.
Monday, September 14, 2026
Course 3: Mining and Mineral Processing for the Glass Industry | 1:00 鈥� 3:00 p.m.
Instructor: Adam B. Schrader, Technical Sales Manager 鈥� Glass & Ceramics, Covia Corporation
The objective of this course is to have attendees gain an appreciation and understanding of what it takes to mine and extract, process, measure and deliver high quality glass raw materials to the industry. You will also learn about the various types of minerals involved in glass making, examine techniques for removing impurities and contaminants, explore particle size management, moisture control, and methods for minimizing variability. This course is designed for engineers and managers with a basic knowledge of chemistry who want a clearer understanding of the upstream world of mining and minerals for glass production.
Registration: 海角大神member $95, general attendee: $145. Includes break.
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