Corning is one of the world’s leading suppliers of large glass blocks for radiation-shielding windows. Individual blocks can weigh in excess of 4 tons and are some of the largest pieces of glass produced in the world.
Corning nuclear glass is manufactured to precise optical quality standards, ensuring high transmission and a minimal number of inclusions. Properties are tightly controlled to meet the exacting safety standards of the nuclear industry.
A full range of compositions and sizes up to 1600 x 1400 x 400mm are available, providing window-design flexibility.
The production of nuclear radiation protection glass is strictly controlled and Corning follows both the environmental standard ISO14001 and the quality standard ISO9001, 2000.
Additional Information:
Glass Blocks for Nuclear-Shielding Windows Product Information Sheet
Other Radiation Protection Glasses:
Med-PET™ Radiation Shielding Glass
Med-X™ Radiation Shielding Glass
For more information contact:
radiationglass@corning.com