Swift Glass is an all-in-one glass fabrication provider with nearly 100 years of experience. We’re committed to providing high-quality glass services to meet diverse industry requirements. With our extensive range of glass fabrication capabilities, we can provide the solution you need no matter what challenges your project involves. You can learn more about the fabrication techniques we offer and our glass material options below.
Premium Glass Fabrication Capabilities
As an industry-leading provider of custom glass components, Swift Glass offers expertise in the many fabrication processes that transform raw glass materials into a functional finished product. From state-of-the-art CNC machining centers to close tolerance cutting and much more, our in-house fabrication operations ensure fast turnaround times, lower production costs, and exceptional product quality.
- Glass Cutting
Glass Cutting
We cut glass materials into virtually any required shape and size. Our team will help you determine the best cutting technique for your project’s needs and tolerance requirements. Our glass cutting capabilities include the following:
- Waterjet Cutting. We work with 2-axis and 3-axis CNC waterjet cutters to achieve tolerances of ±.01 in.
- Drilling. Using diamond-tipped drill bits, we are able to cut through glass materials up to 0.75 in. thick, with ±.01 in. tolerances.
- CNC Machining. Our 3-axis and 4-axis CNC machining centers process glass up to 27 in. wide by 48 in. long and 8 in. thick.
- Ultrasonic Machining. Also known as ultrasonic drilling, this technique uses an abrasive slurry and ultrasonic vibrations to finely and accurately remove material from a glass workpiece.
- Diamond Wire Sawing. Using a hydraulic motor, diamond wire accurately cuts through a workpiece with minimal chipping and no need for secondary polishing services.
- Glass Edge Grinding & Polishing
Glass Edge Grinding & Polishing
Edge grinding and polishing create an attractive, scratch-free surface finish and can even be used to add dimensional details to a workpiece. Our equipment can create flared edges, chamfering, beveling, step grinding, and more for safer handling and chip-free installation. The processes we offer include:
- Blanchard Grinding
- Contour
- Cylindrical
- Edge Grinding
- Precision Grinding
- Surface
- Optical
- Thermal Glass Tempering
Thermal Glass Tempering
If your glass part will be exposed to harsh environmental conditions, our thermal glass tempering process will improve durability and increase safety and temperature resistance. In this fabrication technique, glass is heated to extreme temperatures and then rapidly cooled. The sudden shift in temperatures results in a much stronger glass.
- Chemical Glass Strengthening
Chemical Glass Strengthening
We offer many chemical glass-strengthening formulations to improve product durability and reduce the likelihood of breakage. Unlike heat treatments, chemical strengthening is suitable for very thin glass and will not warp its surface. The most common chemical treatment involves placing glass parts into a molten salt bath of potassium nitrate; however, the bath’s chemical composition can be customized to achieve a variety of desired qualities in the finished product.
- Surface Lapping & Polishing
Surface Lapping & Polishing
Surface lapping is a method of smoothing glass surfaces using a cutting tool called a lap. The lap’s surface is coated in an abrasive material that scrubs the workpiece until the desired thickness is achieved. Polishing works similarly and can involve a variety of cloths and abrasive films to smooth the surface of a workpiece. These techniques remove any surface imperfections left behind from previous fabrication operations, like sawing.
- Microblast Machining
Microblast Machining
Microblast machining achieves a micron-level close-tolerance finish on glass products. It works by precisely targeting specific, microscopic-level surface areas with abrasive molecules. This finishing technique can clean a completed product, roughen a surface for better bonding adhesion, or etch precision microscopic details into a workpiece.
- Glass Wafer Fabrication
Glass Wafer Fabrication
We fabricate glass wafers using a variety of high-quality materials, including borosilicate, Borofloat®, quartz, and Eagle XG®. After we determine the best material for your needs, we use a combination of waterjet cutting, CNC diamond machine tools, and abrasive lapping to shape and smooth your wafers before subjecting them to a high-precision laser inspection process.
- Corning® Gorilla® Glass Fabrication
Corning® Gorilla® Glass Fabrication
We offer an extensive range of materials from leading manufacturers, including Corning® Gorilla® Glass. This exceptionally durable material delivers improved damage resistance, outstanding surface quality, and an elegant aesthetic appeal. It is compatible with many fabrication techniques, like cutting and edge grinding, to meet diverse application needs.
- Inspection
Inspection
Every order we receive passes through several levels of quality control inspections, including first-piece inspection, random sampling, and final checks before shipment. We use many state-of-the-art inspection tools, including Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs), an optical comparator, an interferometer, and more.
Extensive Glass Material Selection
We work with a large variety of glass materials to meet industry-diverse needs. Our material options include:
- Borosilicate Gauge Glass Quartz
- Corning® Gorilla® Glass Low Iron Glass Clear Float Glass (Soda Lime)
- Fused Silica Optical Color Filters Other Materials
Why Partner With Swift Glass for Your Glass Fabrication Needs?
Swift Glass brings unrivaled expertise to the glass fabrication industry. No matter how demanding your project's needs are, we have the experience and capabilities to ensure it's a success. With Swift Glass, you can experience benefits that include:
- Minimal Turnaround Times. We carry an extensive range of in-stock materials and efficiently manage all operations under one roof to ensure your project timeline requirements are met.
- Reduced Production Costs. As a one-stop shop, we’re equipped to handle every aspect of production from material sourcing to fabrication, finishing services, and inspection. Since we handle it all, you can save valuable time and money.
- Superior Product Quality. We’re committed to quality control and use advanced inspection equipment to ensure every part we produce fully meets your requirements.
- Adherence to Industry Standards. Swift Glass is ISO 9001:2015 certified, ITAR registered, and adheres to MIL-Specs, ASTM Standards, and International Standards.
Industries Served
Experience the Swift Glass Difference: Contact Our Glass Specialists Today
As a global leader in glass fabrication, Swift Glass has a century of experience meeting the most stringent industry requirements. No matter how demanding your application’s needs are, our team can deliver the glass components you need with a dedication to quality and precision. To get started, contact our team or request a quote today.
