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“Tape glazing is a slow, labor-intensive process that often has to be
repeated due to poor application – and just as often results in leaky windows
after years of use. We wanted a new solution that didn’t require hand
application and offered customers a higher level of quality, reliability, and
longevity. Dow Corning is one of the most respected brands in the residential
and commercial. Based on the company’s recommendation and product
demonstrations, we switched all of our operations to InstantGlaze
sealant.”
"After a year and a half in operation, we have yet to replace a
single Peerless window because of performance issues related to the
InstantGlaze sealant. We've also seen benefits we didn't expect, such as better
wind resistance due to the flexibility of the sealant and safer handling
because of automated application. We believe that the technology behind
InstantGlaze sealant will be the industry standard within ten
years."
Coby Jones, Chief Engineer at Peerless
Products - Window Manufacturer
"We are always looking for new solutions to better address issues
like water and air infiltration. In doing so, we often consult with our leading
material suppliers, like Dow Corning, for recommendations on new products and
processes. Dow Corning has a long history of helping us improve both our
products and our production process. The company's products, like InstantGlaze
sealant, and its support staff have helped us continually explore and implement
new technologies that meet our customers' needs."
"Using InstantGlaze sealant, we were able to exceed our customers'
air and water infiltration requirements. At the same time, we were able to use
the same application equipment we had in place for other materials, but at
higher speeds and lower operating temperatures. We improved our productivity
rates and, just as important, improved the safety inside the
plant."
Jeff Hochstein, Plant Manager, Thermo-Tech®
Windows
“Tape is very labor intensive and the failure rate is high. Tape
typically fails at the corners, causing leaky units and requires extra
backsealing. It is clear we have reduced the post-glazing labor that used to be
spent on clean-up and adjusting prior to shipping. The sealant also eliminates
the 24-hour cure period. Since we have been testing this material, I’ve
embraced it. It’s a wonderful product, not only in production, but for its
performance as well. We have three lines using it now and I am planning to
convert the entire building by the end of the year.”
Anthony Ferrera, Director of Manufacturing for Graham Architectural
Products
“In the process of evaluating Dow Corning® InstantGlaze Window
Assembly Sealant here at Eagle Window & Door, we found that the material
exhibits the characteristics of several glazing material systems rolled into
one. It provides the instant green strength of a mastic butyl, the
outstanding weathering/UV durability of a silicone.
“When used with the recommended application equipment, the material
flows extremely well and consistently due to the temperature and viscosity of
the material at the time of application. The material’s long open time
allows for glass positioning adjustments to be made before the material fully
cures.”
John Hannan, Senior Manufacturing Engineer for Eagle Window & Door,
Inc.
“This sealant advances window assembly and quality to a new level. The
ability to increase production speed while producing better products is a
technology sought by all manufacturing processes. Utilizing Dow Corning
InstantGlaze sealant in conjunction with Nordson dispensing technology delivers
a reliable production process with a consistent, high-quality window.”
Don McLane, President of the Adhesive Systems Group at Nordson
Corporation
“Dow Corning InstantGlaze offers both instant stick and long range
performance benefits. I think they really have a good material here.”
Jerry Wells, Outside Sales for Equipment Manufacturer Erdman
Automation
“Dow Corning InstantGlaze is still new, but it appears to solve an
issue many of our customers have – getting the long-term benefits of silicone
with the immediate benefits of double-sided tape. It satisfies both. As a table
manufacturer, we see that as meeting a need in the industry. It speeds process
time by reducing the time required for assembly. This increases throughput.
We’re pretty impressed with it.”
Tod Oliva, Vice President for Equipment Manufacturer Besten, Inc.
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