MACPHERSON GLASS 3/8 Laminated Infrared Reflecting IRR – Safety Glass is heat reflecting with stay in place break – 3/8″ thick (suitable for over 50 feet away from molten metal)
MACPHERSON GLASS Brand Tempered IRR – Safety Plate Glass is heat reflecting, tempered for strength and “safe break” – 1/4′ thick (suitable for over 50 feet away from molten metal)
MACPHERSON GLASS Brand BPS™ Borosilicate Tempered Heat Shield Glass is heat resisting, heat reflecting, thermal shock resisting, and tempered for impact strength – (suggested for under 50 feet away from molten metal)
MACPHERSON GLASS Brand 101™ Plate Heat Shield – is infrared reflecting crystalized glass with 900° Fahrenheit temperature limit over previously available heat shield glass. (suggested for under 20 feet away)
Soda Lime glass is the most commonly used glass in the world therefore the lowest cost because of its availability. The Annealed Soda Lime Glass will start to break & fracture at a lower temperature than the Tempered Glass. Annealed laminated soda lime glass is commonly used as safety glass because it can be cut in the same day needed. Tempered Glass is a safety glass because it breaks in a dice pattern. But once tempered, the Tempered cannot be cut again. Therefore, you decide, what is more important; ability to replace glass quickly or not as often.
Tempered Glass fractures at a higher temperature than Annealed Glass. InfraRed Reflecting (IRR) Glass starts to fracture at a much higher temperature than just Tempered Glass. Tempered IRR Glass is best product for applications 50 feet away from the molten metal.
BPS (Borosilicate glass) is best for the molten metal applications because of the unique properties of low thermal expansion, high mechanical strength and high chemical durability. BPS cannot safety break. Molten splatter can be scraped off the glass. BPS is the best product for less than 50 feet from molten steel and no workers are below.
BPS Heat Shield Glass is a specialized type of high-performance glass engineered to withstand extreme temperatures and harsh industrial conditions. Designed with an advanced heat-resistant coating, it reflects infrared radiation, helping to protect against thermal stress and prevent heat buildup in sensitive environments. This glass is suitable for both moderate and more demanding applications where protection from radiant heat and thermal expansion is critical. Commonly used in industries like metal processing and manufacturing, BPS Heat Shield Glass offers durability and resilience, ensuring safety and efficiency in heat-intensive settings.
101™ Ceramics Glass has very limited use in the hot metal industries. When BPS cannot take the thermal shock, 101™ Glass outperforms. This glass is your fireplace glass that takes the flames, turns black and rarely fractures. 101™ does not safety break. This is not a safety glass. This is the best Heat Shield for under 20 feet from molten steel.
101™ Ceramics Glass is a high-grade, heat-resistant glass specifically crafted to endure extreme temperatures and intense thermal fluctuations. Engineered with a unique ceramic composition, it reflects infrared radiation effectively, offering exceptional protection in high-heat industrial applications such as furnaces, kilns, and smelting operations. Available in a precise 1/4″ thickness, 101™ Ceramics Glass not only withstands prolonged exposure to high temperatures but also minimizes heat transfer, protecting both equipment and operators from intense thermal conditions. Its resilience and stability make it an essential material for industries that demand reliable heat shielding and robust, long-lasting performance in challenging environments.
Glass and Window Kits designed to take the extreme heat, impact, and wear from working in various hot metal areas, including steel slag yards, furnaces, forges, etc. Windows made to be easy to clean and quick to replace to reduce machine down time after an impact.
Kits made to fit each machine, with options for Doors and/or Rear Egress windows where necessary.
Loaders, Dozers, Excavators, Haulers, Mobile Cranes, Pot Carriers, Forklifts, Manipulators, and more.
At MacPherson Glass we aim to pioneer advancements in Engineered Safety Windows that provide unparalleled protection for Industrial Workers
