The diagram shows the production of glass containers. Overall, there are nine steps which can be divided into four main stages: melting, molding, tempering and quality control. The process requires both specialized machinery and human oversight.
The process commences when glass fragments are fed into a furnace through a funnel. Inside the furnace, the raw material is heated at 105 degrees Celsius to melt it. The molten glass is first transferred in a small V-shaped mold, where an industrial press shapes it into a thick-walled container. This semi-formed container subsequently goes to the second mold with a broader base. Instead of pressing, glassblowing is used in this stage to refine the shape and achieve thinner walls.
After molding, the containers are fired in a kiln at 482 degrees Celsius before being cooled at 25 degrees for an hour to enhance durability. The final stage involves a meticulous inspection by workers to identify any defects. Faulty products are discarded, while those that meet the standards are packaged into boxes for distribution.
The process commences when glass fragments are fed into a furnace through a funnel. Inside the furnace, the raw material is heated at 105 degrees Celsius to melt it. The molten glass is first transferred in a small V-shaped mold, where an industrial press shapes it into a thick-walled container. This semi-formed container subsequently goes to the second mold with a broader base. Instead of pressing, glassblowing is used in this stage to refine the shape and achieve thinner walls.
After molding, the containers are fired in a kiln at 482 degrees Celsius before being cooled at 25 degrees for an hour to enhance durability. The final stage involves a meticulous inspection by workers to identify any defects. Faulty products are discarded, while those that meet the standards are packaged into boxes for distribution.