Around the first year of the AD, due to the promotion of the Romans and their strict production process, glass achieved great success. Glassblowing (a technique brought to Rome from Syria) enabled artisans (often slaves) to make glass cups and bowls much faster than before. Cheap glasses began to appear on the market. Soon, the popularity of glass among ordinary Romans rivaled that of ceramics. Artists began experimenting with richer forms of art with glass, creating Rose Janus face vases and wine bottles decorated with scenes of nativity. Builders began to use glass for Windows, but because the glass was cloudy and heavy, the purpose was not so much for lighting as for safety and insulation. We find traces of glass Windows throughout Rome and surrounding cities, including luxurious tiles and well-preserved bathhouses in Pompeii.
Reflective glass is more than just a modern building material; it represents a shift towards innovation, sustainability, and aesthetic exploration in China's architectural landscape. As the demand for energy-efficient and visually appealing structures continues to rise, reflective glass will undoubtedly play an integral role in shaping the future of construction and design in the country. With its ability to blend functionality with beauty, reflective glass is poised to remain a prominent feature in the ever-evolving realm of architecture. As China continues to grow and adapt, the reflective glass industry is set to thrive, leading the way in creating a more sustainable and visually stunning built environment.
In addition to architectural applications, float glass plays a significant role in the world of art and sculpture. Artists are increasingly embracing glass as a medium due to its visual properties and tactile quality. Through techniques such as laminating, etching, and sandblasting, artists create intricate designs that draw people in, allowing them to experience both light and form.
The common photovoltaic glass substrate mainly uses ultra-white glass, including ultra-white float glass and ultra-white rolled glass. Compared with ordinary glass, ultra-white glass has a very low iron content, whiter color, lower self-detonation rate, and higher hardness, so it meets the requirements of photovoltaic glass with higher light transmittance, flatness, chemical stability, thermal stability, etc., and has the following characteristics:
Ultra clear glass finds its application across various sectors. In architecture and construction, it is frequently used for facades, windows, and balustrades, allowing bright, natural light to flood interior spaces. In the retail industry, it serves as high-quality display cases that accentuate merchandise without distorting colors.