Glass Shops and Glass Product Manufacturing

Materials for glass shops, glass product manufacturing, glass and glazing contractors, and other building material dealers. (NAICS 327215, NAICS 238150, NAICS 444190)

Rigid plastics, such as polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and high-density polyethylene (HDPE), play a crucial role in glass product manufacturing (NAICS 327215). They are commonly used as structural components like frames and profiles for windows, doors, and architectural glass systems. PVC and HDPE provide strength, durability, and weather resistance, contributing to the overall performance and longevity of glass products.

In the glass and glazing contractors sector (NAICS 238150), plastic spacers, gaskets, and accessories made from materials like PVC or TPE are used for installation. They create a barrier between glass panels, ensuring proper sealing and maintaining structural integrity and energy efficiency.

Other building material dealers (NAICS 444190) utilize polystyrene (PS) or acrylic (PMMA) in the creation of display stands, shelving systems, and signage holders. These materials offer durability, clarity, and versatility, allowing for an attractive and accessible presentation of glass products.

Properties

Strong and durable
Weather resistant
Dimensionally stable
Compatibility with glass
Easy processing
Aesthetic appeal

Applications

Windows and doors
Architectural glass systems
Laminated glass
Glass installation
Glass glazing
Glass repair and replacement
Glass product retail
Glass packaging
Glass display and shelving

Industries

Glass Shops and Manufacturers
Glass Product Manufacturers
Glass Installation Contractors
Glass Glazing Contractors
Glass Repair and Replacement Contractors
Building Material Dealers
Glass Product Retailers and Wholesalers

Glass Shops and Glass Product Manufacturing Materials Overview

What plastic is used for making glass?

Acrylic (PMMA) is a transparent thermoplastic that can be shaped and molded into various forms, including glass-like sheets. It is often used as a substitute for glass due to its clarity, lightweight, and impact resistance. Acrylic is commonly utilized in applications such as windows, signage, display cases, and architectural glazing, where a glass-like appearance is desired but with the advantage of improved impact resistance and ease of fabrication.

What materials are used in glass manufacturing?

Plastics such as PVC and HDPE are strong, durable, and have good weatherability. Used as components for doors, architectural glass systems, and windows, they are essential in glass product manufacturing (NAICS 327215). Glass and glazing contractors (NAICS 238150) use PVC or TPE materials for gaskets, spacers, and installation accessories to maintain the integrity of the structure and ensure that projects have been sealed properly. Known for their durability and versatility, PS and PMMA are used by building material dealers (NAICS 444190) for signage holders, shelving systems, and display stands to enhance the look of glass products.

Glass Shops and Glass Product Manufacturing Materials Resources & PDFs

Acrylic

HDPE

PVC

WARNING: The products on this page can expose you to chemicals including Ethyl acrylate, CAS 140-88-5, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.

WARNING: The products on this page can expose you to chemicals including Polyvinyl Chloride, CAS 9002-86-2, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.

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