With the right marking materials, lasers can be used to make high quality, permanent marks on a variety of surfaces, including glass, ceramic items, metals and articles made of mixed materials.

Borates: A "New" Flux for Glossy Glazes

September 18, 2000

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New research shows that borates can maintain the quality of a sanitaryware glaze through several re-fires-ensuring a glossy, hygienic final product.

Hot New Styles for Tile

September 18, 2000

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New decorating techniques can extend the aesthetic possibilities for the tile known as porcelanic gres.

Innovations in Dilatometry

September 18, 2000

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Big technological advances are allowing this thermal analysis method to measure even the smallest thermal behaviors of ceramics.

U.S. Demand For Refractories To Reach $2.8 Billion Through 2003

August 11, 2000

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The most current annual figures (for 1998), released in March 2000 by the U.S. Department of Commerce, showed a total refractory production of 3.66 million metric tons, with a value of $2.379 billion.

Worldwide Sanitaryware Sales Show Mixed Results

August 11, 2000

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The U.S. market for plumbing fixtures & fittings rose at a compound annual rate of 8.8% from 1992 to 1997, fueled by strength in new construction.

U.S. Advanced Ceramics Growth Continues

August 11, 2000

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Advanced ceramics has grown from a market of $3.5 billion in 1989 to $8.1 billion in 1999, with an annual average growth rate (AAGR) of 8.7%.

Tile Market Continues Growth Despite Anticipated Slowdowns

August 11, 2000

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Ceramic tile sales in the United States have experienced a period of eight years of uninterrupted growth.

Flat Glass Markets Remain Strong; Container Market Dominated By Plastics

August 11, 2000

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According to a recent study from The Freedonia Group, demand for flat glass in the U.S. is forecast to increase 2.5% per year to 6.3 billion square feet in 2003.

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