SGCD's 2001 decorating survey indicated that decorators faced economic problems that were similar to those faced by other manufacturing concerns nationwide.

Kiln Connection: Burner Ratio Control

May 1, 2002

By Ralph Ruark

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Fuel fired kilns depend on a variety of means to control the burner air-to-fuel ratio. These systems vary considerably, but all of them require a good understanding of the concepts of flow and pressure.

International Business: China--Are You Ready?

April 1, 2002

By Daniel R. Joseph

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It doesn’t matter how fast you are, you can’t outrun the inevitable. The only question is, when it arrives, how will you react?

Refractories Review: Remembering Refractories Week in Bedford Springs

April 1, 2002

By Charles E. Semler Ph.D.

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Between the 50s and 80s, the Bedford Springs Hotel in Bedford Springs, Pa., was the common site of Fall Meetings for the Refractories, Glass, and Materials & Equipment Divisions of the American Ceramic Society.

Glass at a Glance: Take Advantage of Glass Opportunities

April 1, 2002

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The partnership between the Glass Manufacturing Industry Council (GMIC) and the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Industrial Technologies (OIT) is generating a host of opportunities for glass companies.

Kiln Connection: Apathy, Take Two

March 1, 2002

By Ralph Ruark

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This penchant for guarantees has become a constant in the fabric of America, and it permeates our style of management, too.

Inside CI: Don’t Cut Corners on Quality

March 1, 2002

By Christine Grahl

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While most economists are still predicting a recovery by the second half of this year, it’s important that we enhance our gains by making smart decisions inside our plants.

Process Control: Building Profits and Growth with Statistical Process Control

March 1, 2002

By Carl Frahme

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Statistical process control is a tool that can help manufacturers achieve superior product quality and value, excellent customer service, very efficient manufacturing and cutting edge technology.

Ceramic Decorating: Decorators Help Americans Express Patriotism

February 1, 2002

By Andrew Bopp

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In the midst of the recent national patriotic outpouring, many decorators have noticed a related surge in orders for glass and ceramicware that features the American flag, an eagle, the pledge of allegiance, patriotic slogans or similar patterns.

Refractories Review: The Importance of Microstructure

January 1, 2002

By Charles E. Semler Ph.D.

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The analysis and understanding of microstructure has played a vital role in the ongoing advancement of refractories technology.

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