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Sodalime clear glass (annealed)
Known as "regular glass", this type of glass is used in the manufacturing of common glassware items. Two benefits: high resistance and low cost. |
Sodalime colored glass (annealed)
The glass is colored through the addition of color in the initial batch. This type of glass is used in the manufacturing of common glassware items. Three benefits: color, high resistance and low cost |
Tempered glass
The glass is fired at very high temperatures (1100°F) and cooled down suddenly through air injection. This treatment gives glass increased resistance to mechanical and thermal shocks. |
Lead crystal
The making of "genuine lead crystal" requires the addition of 24% content of lead oxide to the main components of glass. "Genuine lead crystal" is a guarantee of quality. This type of glass is tender and features exceptional brilliance and a typical sound. Lead crystal products can be cut to be customized. |
Tempered lead crystal
Lead crystal is fired at very high temperatures (1100°F) then cooled down suddenly through air injection. Tempered lead crystal is resistant and has the capacity to withstand thermal shocks. Tempered lead crystal is unique as it combines fineness and extra resistance. |
Borosilicate glass
Clear, smoked or opal glass especially designed for oven safe glassware. This type of glass withstands heat and sudden variations in temperatures. |
Glass ceramic
Glass available in white, amber or clear and known as "Arcoflam" glass. This type of glass features exceptional resistance to heat and thermal shocks. It is used in the manufacture of pans, oven dishes, etc. It is extremely solid, brilliant and easy to clean. The material stores heat gradually during the cooking time and releases it slowly. It saves energy and is perfect for low heat cooking. |
Fluosilicate glass
White or ivory glass with the chemical structure of ordinary glass but looks like porcelain. It is used to manufacture dinner sets and combines brilliance and resistance. Microwave and dishwasher safe. |
Porcelain
Porcelain belongs to the ceramics family. Porcelain is a glazed ceramic. Often extremely white, even translucent (Bone China) at the high end. Good resistance to thermal shocks. |
Stoneware
Stoneware is a glazed or semi-glazed ceramic. It has a natural mat finish and is made from a mix of various clays. This type of ceramic allows a wide combination of shapes and shades. |
Earthenware
This is the ceramic that allows the most varied choice of decorations and patterns. |
Kwarx
Created by the Arc International Research Centre, this high technology material combines crystal brightness & fineness with glass impact resistance. The Kwarx is 100% recyclable. This material has three key qualities: purity & absolute transparency, constant glitter, chemical & mechanical resistance. These make it the perfect material for oenology. |
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