Insulated Glass: Low Price - At What Cost?

The proliferation of "low price" offers for molecular sieves of Chinese origin, presents the EU Insulating Glass manufacturer with some tempting opportunities to reduce cost. Experience has shown, however, that this can be at the expense of unit quality, with severe gas desorption and low water capacity leading to reduced unit lifetime, and a bead form that can negatively impact the efficiency of automatic filling equipment. This article reviews the fundamental requirements of a molecular sieve to help the sealed unit manufacturer make an informed decision on fitness for use.