PROBLEM-SOLVING WITH SEALANTS

This article points out that the methods and sealants used for installing glass into frames are behind the times, and that current glazing rebate designs and choice of compounds are creating unnecessary risks which could lead to premature breakdown of the glazing seal. Following further discussion of this problem, the article explains the variety of sealants available and current trends toward the use of maintenance free (or simply maintained) materials. There is further discussion on correct block usage and glazing methods including the compression gasket system and pre-shimmed tape.

• Corporate Authors:

  National Glass Dealers Association

  8200 Greensboro Drive, Suite 302
  McLean, VA  United States  22102
• Authors:
  • Barratt, S
• Publication Date: 1983-3

Media Info

• Features: Figures;
• Pagination: 4 p.
• Serial:
  • Glass Dealer
  • Volume: 33
  • Issue Number: 3
  • Publisher: National Glass Dealers Association

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Glass; Glazing; Methodology; Sealing compounds
• Subject Areas: Safety and Human Factors;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00377418
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
• Report/Paper Numbers: HS-034 575
• Files: HSL, USDOT
• Created Date: Sep 30 1983 12:00AM